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SUMMARY:STEM Family Free Night
DESCRIPTION:Join us on the last Friday of each month for free museum admission and a special STEM activity\, sponsored by Collins Aerospace!
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/stem-family-free-night/2025-02-28/
LOCATION:The Iowa Children’s Museum\, 1451 Coral Ridge Ave\, Coralville\, IA\, 52241\, US
CATEGORIES:Kids & Family
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SUMMARY:Riverside Theatre Presents: Native Gardens by Karen Zacarías
DESCRIPTION:Riverside Theatre is pleased to announce its upcoming production of Native Gardens by Karen Zacarías\, a sharp\, hilarious\, and timely comedy that explores themes of culture\, class\, and the boundaries we build—both literal and figurative. Directed by Kirsten Brooks\, the production will run from February 28 through March 16\, 2025\, at Riverside Theatre\, located at 119 E. College Street. Tickets are on sale now at www.riversidetheatre.org/gardens. \n  \nIn Native Gardens\, good fences make for prickly neighbors. Pablo\, a rising lawyer in a powerful firm\, and his very pregnant wife\, Tania\, move into a historic\, well-to-do neighborhood in Washington\, D.C.\, eager to build their dream home and garden. But their plans clash with their next-door neighbors\, Frank and Virginia\, a well-established couple with a prize-worthy garden of their own. What begins as a simple property line disagreement soon blossoms into a full-scale border dispute! Amid conflicting assumptions about community\, identity\, and the American dream\, is peaceful coexistence possible? \nKaren Zacarías\, one of the most produced modern playwrights in the U.S.\, is known for her witty and incisive explorations of contemporary issues. Native Gardens has been hailed for its ability to tackle serious themes with humor and heart\, making it a perfect fit for Riverside’s mission to present theatre that entertains\, challenges\, and inspires. In Zacarías words\, “I think comedy is disarming. I mean literally. You let down your armor so you can laugh. And if you laugh\, you’re taking things in. I want people who disagree to watch this play and be able to laugh at themselves.” \n\nThe cast features Riverside Theatre’s founders\, Ron Clark* and Jody Hovland* as Frank and Virginia\, as well as Franco Machado-Pesce as Pablo\, Jessica Murillo Kemp as Tania\, and Natanael Payán and Ariana Martinez in the ensemble.
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/riverside-theatre-presents-native-gardens-by-karen-zacarias/2025-02-28/
LOCATION:Riverside Theatre\, 119 e. College St.\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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SUMMARY:The Wonderlands perform at Elray's
DESCRIPTION:Friday\, February 28\n7:00 PM\nThe Wonderlands – Website\nBuy Tickets – Just $5 \n\n5 piece pop group out of Nashville\nFeatured artist at WonderBus and WonderStruck music festivals\n21+\nEntry to The Wonderlands concert includes all night entry to Elray’s Live & Dive to enjoy post concert live music on our front stage & DJ’s on our other two stages\n\nElray’s Live & Dive is a 2 story venue with 3 separate rooms featuring the best live music & entertainment from all genres & styles in downtown Iowa City! Our front room Live & Dive\, our back room Dance Dive\, and our upstairs Disco Dive.  3 rooms of music for one amazing night! 21+ to enter at all times.
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/the-wonderlands-perform-at-elrays/
LOCATION:Elray’s Live & Dive\, 211 Iowa Ave\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music,Night Life
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SUMMARY:Trivia followed by Kareoke
DESCRIPTION:Tailgators Sports Bar & Grill Free to play. Prizes galore.  Come enjoy the fun individually or as a group!
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/trivia-followed-by-kareoke/2025-02-28/
LOCATION:Tailgators\, 450 1st Ave\, Coralville\, IA\, 52241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Free Event,Music,Night Life,Sports,Wine & Beer
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SUMMARY:Tab Benoit performs at the Englert
DESCRIPTION:Tab Benoit is a Grammy nominated singer\, songwriter and guitarist who has built a remarkable 30+ year career on the foundation of his gritty and soulful Delta swamp blues\, acquiring a devoted legion of fans along the way\, as well as 5 Blues Music Awards\, including BB King Entertainer of the Year (twice) and an induction into The Louisiana Music Hall of Fame. He has recorded and/or performed with Junior Wells\, George Porter Jr\, Dr. John\, Willie Nelson\, Big Chief Monk Boudreaux\, Billy Joe Shaver\, Maria Muldaur\, James Cotton\, Cyril Neville\, Kenny Aronoff\, Allen Toussaint\, Kim Wilson\, Jimmy Thackery\, Charlie Musslewhite\, Kenny Neal\, Chris Layton\, Ivan Neville\, Jimmy Hall\, Jim Lauderdale\, Anders Osborne\, and Alvin Youngblood Hart to name a few. Tab’s accomplishments as a musician are matched only by his devotion to the environmental health of his native Louisiana wetlands. Benoit is the founder and driving force behind Voice of the Wetlands\, an organization working to preserve the coastal waters of his home state. In 2010\, he received the Governor’s Award for Conservationist of the Year from the Louisiana Wildlife Federation. Benoit also starred in the iMax motion picture Hurricane on the Bayou\, a documentary of Hurricane Katrina’s effects and a call to protect and restore the wetlands.
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/tab-benoit-performs-at-the-englert/
LOCATION:The Englert Theatre\, 221 E Washington St\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240\, US
CATEGORIES:Music
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SUMMARY:Free Live Music On The Rooftop- Emilia Bendler
DESCRIPTION:Emilia Bendler is a local Iowa City singer/songwriter. She started playing piano when she was 6\, and has been playing and singing ever since. In college\, she was in a band with two of her best friends\, and has since ventured out on her own as a solo artist. She takes inspiration from all different genres of music\, from Soundgarden to Abba to Dolly Parton. She will be joining us the last Friday of the month in February and March both!
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/free-live-music-on-the-rooftop-emilia-bendler-2/2025-02-28/
LOCATION:Vue Rooftop
CATEGORIES:Food & Culinary,Free Event,Music,Night Life,Performing Arts,Wine & Beer
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SUMMARY:ICPL Friends Foundation Book Sale
DESCRIPTION:Join us for a used book sale! Shop an assortment of fiction\, non-fiction\, cookbooks\, young adult\, juvenile fiction\, children’s books\, DVDs and audiobooks. All sales support the Library and its programs\, collections\, and facilities. Visit www.supporticpl.org for more information about book sales and supporting the Library.\nOwners of our Literary Loot Tote Bags can bring their bags to select three free books at the sale. If you’d like to purchase a bag in advance you can find them at the link below along with the benefits each bag provides.https://icplff.square.site/
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/icpl-friends-foundation-book-sale/
LOCATION:Iowa City Public Library\, 123 S Linn St\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charity / Fundraising,Shopping & Antiques
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa City Public Library Friends Foundation":MAILTO:development@icpl.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T120000
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SUMMARY:Faith & Four Letter Words
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an empowering afternoon of lunch\, signature cocktails\, and a live show at The Heights Rooftop on March 1st\, 2025. Doors open @11:15 am\, show starts @12:00 pm.\nIn a world where women in the workplace can sometimes be pitted against one another\, especially in the cutthroat industry of television news\, Amanda Goodman and Tara Thomas bucked the stereotype and became fast friends. When they decided to open up about their post- traumatic stress from life as a news anchor\, their faith and four letter words podcast resonated with women all over who face similar challenges in the workplace and environments often controlled by men\, or women that want to keep the females in their midst in check. It was faith that led Tara to leave TV news behind\, and a healthy dose of four-letter words and frustration that caused Amanda to walk through the exit door. They will be real and raw about how their experiences shaped them into the women they are today\, ones committed to empowering ladies of all ages and stages to use your voice for change and for good!
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/faith-four-letter-words/
LOCATION:The Heights Rooftop\, 901 Melrose Ave\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52246\, United States
CATEGORIES:Lecture
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ORGANIZER;CN="The Heights Rooftop":MAILTO:emma.morgan@theheightsrooftop.com
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SUMMARY:Open Skate: All ages and abilities
DESCRIPTION:Free roller skating at Robert A. Lee gym. All youth 11 and under must be accompanied by an adult 18 years or older who remains in the gym. Groups limited to five children per adult. Facilities pass required to check out skates. Socks are required. Some dates are not available for skating. NO FEE for open skate!\nDon’t miss out on the DJ on Feb. 8\, March 8\, April 12\, and May 10.
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/open-skate-all-ages-and-abilities/2025-03-01/
LOCATION:Robert A Lee Community Center\, 220 S Gilbert St\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240\, US
CATEGORIES:Free Event
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SUMMARY:Contra Dance
DESCRIPTION:Group folk dances from America and the British Isles – think Jane Austen\, Irish ceili and American square dance. Live music and a caller. All dances are taught beforehand\, no partner needed. Freewill donation.
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/contra-dance-4/2025-03-01/
LOCATION:American Legion\, 3016 Muscatine Ave\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Dance,Free Event
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T203000
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SUMMARY:Riverside Theatre Presents: Native Gardens by Karen Zacarías
DESCRIPTION:Riverside Theatre is pleased to announce its upcoming production of Native Gardens by Karen Zacarías\, a sharp\, hilarious\, and timely comedy that explores themes of culture\, class\, and the boundaries we build—both literal and figurative. Directed by Kirsten Brooks\, the production will run from February 28 through March 16\, 2025\, at Riverside Theatre\, located at 119 E. College Street. Tickets are on sale now at www.riversidetheatre.org/gardens. \n  \nIn Native Gardens\, good fences make for prickly neighbors. Pablo\, a rising lawyer in a powerful firm\, and his very pregnant wife\, Tania\, move into a historic\, well-to-do neighborhood in Washington\, D.C.\, eager to build their dream home and garden. But their plans clash with their next-door neighbors\, Frank and Virginia\, a well-established couple with a prize-worthy garden of their own. What begins as a simple property line disagreement soon blossoms into a full-scale border dispute! Amid conflicting assumptions about community\, identity\, and the American dream\, is peaceful coexistence possible? \nKaren Zacarías\, one of the most produced modern playwrights in the U.S.\, is known for her witty and incisive explorations of contemporary issues. Native Gardens has been hailed for its ability to tackle serious themes with humor and heart\, making it a perfect fit for Riverside’s mission to present theatre that entertains\, challenges\, and inspires. In Zacarías words\, “I think comedy is disarming. I mean literally. You let down your armor so you can laugh. And if you laugh\, you’re taking things in. I want people who disagree to watch this play and be able to laugh at themselves.” \n\nThe cast features Riverside Theatre’s founders\, Ron Clark* and Jody Hovland* as Frank and Virginia\, as well as Franco Machado-Pesce as Pablo\, Jessica Murillo Kemp as Tania\, and Natanael Payán and Ariana Martinez in the ensemble.
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/riverside-theatre-presents-native-gardens-by-karen-zacarias/2025-03-01/
LOCATION:Riverside Theatre\, 119 e. College St.\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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SUMMARY:When You "Almost Care Enough | Barbershop Music & Show
DESCRIPTION:The Old Capitol Chorus\, Iowa City’s premier barbershop chorus\, is hosting their spring show on March 1\, 2025. Featuring the Iowa City Youth Choir and The Choir Boys barbershop quartet\, this is a music event and promises to delight and entertain audiences young and old!
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/when-you-almost-care-enough-barbershop-music-show/
CATEGORIES:Music
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ORGANIZER;CN="Old Capitol Chorus":MAILTO:advertising@oldcapitolchorus.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250301T210000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250106T141757Z
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SUMMARY:Lady Franklyn Improv Show
DESCRIPTION:Iowa City’s first professional improv team takes the stage for a night laughs! \nWillow Creek Theatre is Iowa’s improv theatre. As Willow Creek’s flagship team\, Lady Franklyn showcases the best improv Iowa has to offer\, every Saturday\, on the Willow Creek stage. \nDoors open at 7pm. \nPurchase tickets HERE
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/lady-franklyn-improv-show-2/2025-03-01/
LOCATION:Willow Creek Theatre\, 327 S GILBERT ST\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Night Life,Performing Arts,Theatre
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SUMMARY:Black Women Walking
DESCRIPTION:Featuring an all-female cast\, Black Women Walking weaves together an ensemble of lived experiences and perspectives that elicit laughter\, tears\, and praises\, as it journeys through the stories of Harriet Tubman\, Sojourner Truth\, Bessie Coleman\, Fannie Lou Hamer\, Willie Mae Ford Smith\, Ida B. Wells and so many more.  This riveting theatrical production is packed with emotional power and shows any audience that the strength of women can only fully be realized and acknowledged in the present by looking back\, embracing and celebrating the past.
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/black-women-walking/2025-03-01/
LOCATION:6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW\, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Seek First Entertainment":MAILTO:jed.peterson@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250302T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250302T140000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074219
CREATED:20241210T162509Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20241210T162509Z
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SUMMARY:Big Brothers Big Sisters - Bowl for Kids' Sake 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join the community celebration of 1:1 mentoring.  Form a team\, raise $600 and enjoy 90 minutes of bowling\, free t-shirt and exciting door prizes.  3 shifts to choose from.  Register here:  https://secure.qgiv.com/event/bbbsojcp/
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/big-brothers-big-sisters-bowl-for-kids-sake-2025/2025-03-02/
LOCATION:Colonial Lanes\, 2253 Old Hwy 218 S\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52246\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charity / Fundraising
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ORGANIZER;CN="Big Brothers Big Sisters of Johnson County":MAILTO:trager@iastate.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250302T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250302T153000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074219
CREATED:20260123T223737Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20260123T223737Z
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SUMMARY:Riverside Theatre Presents: Native Gardens by Karen Zacarías
DESCRIPTION:Riverside Theatre is pleased to announce its upcoming production of Native Gardens by Karen Zacarías\, a sharp\, hilarious\, and timely comedy that explores themes of culture\, class\, and the boundaries we build—both literal and figurative. Directed by Kirsten Brooks\, the production will run from February 28 through March 16\, 2025\, at Riverside Theatre\, located at 119 E. College Street. Tickets are on sale now at www.riversidetheatre.org/gardens. \n  \nIn Native Gardens\, good fences make for prickly neighbors. Pablo\, a rising lawyer in a powerful firm\, and his very pregnant wife\, Tania\, move into a historic\, well-to-do neighborhood in Washington\, D.C.\, eager to build their dream home and garden. But their plans clash with their next-door neighbors\, Frank and Virginia\, a well-established couple with a prize-worthy garden of their own. What begins as a simple property line disagreement soon blossoms into a full-scale border dispute! Amid conflicting assumptions about community\, identity\, and the American dream\, is peaceful coexistence possible? \nKaren Zacarías\, one of the most produced modern playwrights in the U.S.\, is known for her witty and incisive explorations of contemporary issues. Native Gardens has been hailed for its ability to tackle serious themes with humor and heart\, making it a perfect fit for Riverside’s mission to present theatre that entertains\, challenges\, and inspires. In Zacarías words\, “I think comedy is disarming. I mean literally. You let down your armor so you can laugh. And if you laugh\, you’re taking things in. I want people who disagree to watch this play and be able to laugh at themselves.” \n\nThe cast features Riverside Theatre’s founders\, Ron Clark* and Jody Hovland* as Frank and Virginia\, as well as Franco Machado-Pesce as Pablo\, Jessica Murillo Kemp as Tania\, and Natanael Payán and Ariana Martinez in the ensemble.
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/riverside-theatre-presents-native-gardens-by-karen-zacarias/2025-03-02/
LOCATION:Riverside Theatre\, 119 e. College St.\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250302T140000
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SUMMARY:A Lyrical Journey- Orchestra Iowa Masterworks IV
DESCRIPTION:Entr’acte\, by Pulitzer Prize-winning composer Caroline Shaw\, is a stirring\, soulful play on a Haydn masterpiece. The lyricism continues with Steinway Artist and international pianist Lorraine Min as she performs her signature piece\, Saint-Saens’ elegant 4th Piano Concerto. Brahms’ Symphony No. 4 captivates with deep emotion\, intense drama\, and a triumphant finale.
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/a-lyrical-journey-orchestra-iowa-masterworks-iv/
LOCATION:Coralville Center for the Performing Arts\, 1301 5th Street\, Coralville\, IA\, 52241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250302T150000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250302T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074219
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250208T202735Z
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SUMMARY:Black Women Walking
DESCRIPTION:Featuring an all-female cast\, Black Women Walking weaves together an ensemble of lived experiences and perspectives that elicit laughter\, tears\, and praises\, as it journeys through the stories of Harriet Tubman\, Sojourner Truth\, Bessie Coleman\, Fannie Lou Hamer\, Willie Mae Ford Smith\, Ida B. Wells and so many more.  This riveting theatrical production is packed with emotional power and shows any audience that the strength of women can only fully be realized and acknowledged in the present by looking back\, embracing and celebrating the past.
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/black-women-walking/2025-03-02/
LOCATION:6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW\, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Seek First Entertainment":MAILTO:jed.peterson@hotmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250303T080000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250308T170000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074219
CREATED:20250226T185333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T185333Z
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SUMMARY:unearthed
DESCRIPTION:Unearthed presents current work by Lexie Doerr\, an MFA candidate at the University of Iowa in Graphic Design and Printmaking. Unearthed is on display in the Levitt Gallery (Rm 140) in Arts Building West on the Univ. of Iowa campus from March 3-8\, 2025. This show is free and open to the public. \nUnearthed showcases the unseen ecosystem of soil microbes through handmade paper and watermark techniques. The closing reception for unearthed is Friday\, March 7 from 4:30-6:30pm. \nSponsored by the School of Art\, Art History\, and Design College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program\, please contact the School of Art\, Art History\, and Design in advance at 319-335-1376.
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/unearthed/2025-03-03/
LOCATION:Arts Building West\, 141 N Riverside Dr\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52242\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Free Event,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="School of Art%2C Art History &amp%3B Design":MAILTO:art@uiowa.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074219
CREATED:20250304T154215Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250304T154215Z
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SUMMARY:Bingo fundraiser for the Johnson County Fairgrounds
DESCRIPTION:Bingo fundraiser for the Johnson County Fairgrounds.  Doors open at 5:30 for registration.  Located in building A of the Fairgrounds.  Proceeds go to support the Johnson County 4-H & FFA Fair.
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/bingo-fundraiser-for-the-johnson-county-fairgrounds/
LOCATION:Johnson County Fairgrounds\, 4262 Oak Crest Hill Rd SE\, Building C\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52246\, United States
CATEGORIES:Charity / Fundraising
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ORGANIZER;CN="Johnson County Agricultural Association":MAILTO:johnsoncofair@gmail.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T190000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074219
CREATED:20250218T144451Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250218T144451Z
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SUMMARY:Coralville Uke Club
DESCRIPTION:West Music invites music lovers of all ages and skill levels to join the West Music Uke Club\, a fun\, free hour-long jam session happening every other Tuesday at 6:00 p.m. \nWhether you’re a beginner or a seasoned strummer\, this casual club is the perfect place to play\, sing and connect with fellow ukulele enthusiasts. Participants are encouraged to bring their own ukulele and voice\, while West Music provides chords\, lyrics and a welcoming atmosphere—no pressure\, just fun! \nWith a cozy seat waiting for you\, there’s no reason not to stop by\, strum along and enjoy the uplifting power of music in a supportive community setting. \nUpcoming dates: \n• Feb. 18 \n• March 4 \n• March 18 \n• April 1 \n• April 15 \n• April 29 \nWhen: 6:00 p.m. \nWhere: West Music Coralville \nCost: Free! \nAbout West Music \nWest Music is a third-generation\, locally owned and family operated business. For over 75 years\, West Music has been Eastern Iowa’s leading partner in music education\, specializing in pianos\, guitars\, drums and percussion\, band and orchestra instruments\, and print music. The company also o^ers music instruction\, repair\, and music therapy services. With four retail locations in Iowa and Illinois\, as well as award-winning e-commerce websites dedicated to servicing music education and percussion communities across the country\, West Music strives to encourage people of all ages and abilities to Play Now\, Play for Life. For more information about the company\, visit westmusic.com.
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/coralville-ukulele-club/2025-03-04/
LOCATION:West Music Coralville\, 1212 5th Street\, Coralville\, IA\, 52241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education / Workshop,Free Event,Music
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250304T210000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074219
CREATED:20240430T194819Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20251203T220402Z
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SUMMARY:Musical Bingo
DESCRIPTION:EAT\, DRINK\, AND TEASE YOUR BRAIN\nRally your team on the 1st Tuesday of each month!\n\nAll the fun of Bingo\, but you your card is full of songs. Listen along and work  your way to Bingo to win prizes!
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/musical-bingo/2025-03-04/
LOCATION:Vue Rooftop\, 328 S. Clinton St. Suite A\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240\, US
CATEGORIES:Comedy,Food & Culinary,Free Event,Kids & Family,Music,Night Life,Wine & Beer
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ORGANIZER;CN="Vue Rooftop":MAILTO:info@vuerooftop-ic.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250305T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074219
CREATED:20250213T171647Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250213T171647Z
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SUMMARY:Genre Fiction Writing: Dragons\, Aliens\, Ghosts-So What?
DESCRIPTION:Genre Fiction Writing: Dragons\, Aliens\, Ghosts-So What? \nEvery Wednesday in March starting:\nMar 05\, 2025\, 7:00 PM – 8:30 PM \nIowa City\, 1019 E Washington St\, Iowa City\, IA 52240\, USA\nAbout the event \nDo you have an idea for a sweeping fantasy but don’t know where to start? Or an idea for a tense\, spine tingling horror but don’t know how to create that suspense on the page? In this class\, we’ll approach genre writing by starting with the most important element: a compelling protagonist. Too often\, the intricate magic system or impressive scary monster is where all our writing efforts go\, but a story is only interesting if the reader is invested in who it is happening to. Questions we’ll consider: Why is your protagonist the right lead for this story? What does your protagonist have to lose? What does the antagonist make the protagonist face about themselves? Generative writing prompts will be used to help us figure out who our characters are\, what they want\, and why it matters if they succeed (or fail!) We will then develop our fantastical/sci-fi/horror worlds around our protagonist and their internal struggles. By the end of this course\, you will have a general structure for your genre novel\, an outline for your protagonist’s character arc\, and several workshopped scenes. No experience necessary! Writers of any level are welcome. \nINSTRUCTOR: Tatiana Schlote-Bonne is the author of the YA horror novel\, Such Lovely Skin\, and the forthcoming adult horror novel\, The Mean Ones (September 2025). She has an MFA from The Nonfiction Writing Program at the University of Iowa. When she’s not writing\, she’s either gaming\, lifting heavy weights\, or teaching people how to lift heavy weights. https://www.tatiana-schlote-bonne.com \n 
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/genre-fiction-writing-dragons-aliens-ghosts-so-what/2025-03-05/
LOCATION:PorchLight\, 1019 E WASHINGTON ST\, IOWA CITY\, IA\, 52240-5261\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education / Workshop
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ORGANIZER;CN="PorchLight":MAILTO:jennifer@porchlightliterary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074219
CREATED:20250224T161733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T182607Z
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SUMMARY:Riverside Theatre Presents: Native Gardens by Karen Zacarías
DESCRIPTION:Riverside Theatre is pleased to announce its upcoming production of Native Gardens by Karen Zacarías\, a sharp\, hilarious\, and timely comedy that explores themes of culture\, class\, and the boundaries we build—both literal and figurative. Directed by Kirsten Brooks\, the production will run from February 28 through March 16\, 2025\, at Riverside Theatre\, located at 119 E. College Street. Tickets are on sale now at www.riversidetheatre.org/gardens. \n  \nIn Native Gardens\, good fences make for prickly neighbors. Pablo\, a rising lawyer in a powerful firm\, and his very pregnant wife\, Tania\, move into a historic\, well-to-do neighborhood in Washington\, D.C.\, eager to build their dream home and garden. But their plans clash with their next-door neighbors\, Frank and Virginia\, a well-established couple with a prize-worthy garden of their own. What begins as a simple property line disagreement soon blossoms into a full-scale border dispute! Amid conflicting assumptions about community\, identity\, and the American dream\, is peaceful coexistence possible? \nKaren Zacarías\, one of the most produced modern playwrights in the U.S.\, is known for her witty and incisive explorations of contemporary issues. Native Gardens has been hailed for its ability to tackle serious themes with humor and heart\, making it a perfect fit for Riverside’s mission to present theatre that entertains\, challenges\, and inspires. In Zacarías words\, “I think comedy is disarming. I mean literally. You let down your armor so you can laugh. And if you laugh\, you’re taking things in. I want people who disagree to watch this play and be able to laugh at themselves.” \n\nThe cast features Riverside Theatre’s founders\, Ron Clark* and Jody Hovland* as Frank and Virginia\, as well as Franco Machado-Pesce as Pablo\, Jessica Murillo Kemp as Tania\, and Natanael Payán and Ariana Martinez in the ensemble.
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/riverside-theatre-presents-native-gardens-by-karen-zacarias/2025-03-06/
LOCATION:Riverside Theatre\, 119 e. College St.\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Riverside Theatre":MAILTO:boxoffice@riversidetheatre.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074219
CREATED:20250326T212031Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250326T212031Z
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SUMMARY:Thursday Night Bingo at Pat & Frans
DESCRIPTION:Join us for Bingo every Thursday night from 7-8:30pm! Bingo is free to play for all ages\, and a great way to win Pat & Fran’s gift cards — or maybe even a bundle of cash!
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/thursday-night-bingo-at-pat-frans/2025-03-06/
LOCATION:Pat & Fran’s\, 808 5th Street Ste 8\, Coralville\, IA\, 52241\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food & Culinary,Free Event
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DTSTART;VALUE=DATE:20250307
DTEND;VALUE=DATE:20250308
DTSTAMP:20260607T074219
CREATED:20250109T200344Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250109T200344Z
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SUMMARY:2025 National Collegiate Women’s Wrestling Championships
DESCRIPTION:March 7 – 8\, 2025 | Xtream Arena\, Coralville\, Iowa \nThe 2025 National Collegiate Women’s Wrestling Championships will take place this March at Xtream Arena in Coralville\, Iowa. 320 female wrestlers will compete for the opportunity to be crowned a National Champion. \nAbout the National Collegiate Women’s Wrestling Championships (NCWWC) \nOrganized by the Women’s Collegiate Wrestling Coalition\, the National Collegiate Women’s Wrestling Championships is the annual national championships for NCAA women’s wrestling programs. Created in 2020\, the NCWWC has been held in Adrian\, Mich. (2020\, 2022)\, Tiffin\, Ohio (2021) and Cedar Rapids\, Iowa (2023\, 2024). The 2025 NCWWC is set for Xtream Arena in Coralville\, Iowa\, March 7-8\, 2025. Wrestle Like A Girl has been empowered by the WCWC to manage the National Collegiate Women’s Wrestling Championships\, working closely with the NCWWC Championship Committee. For more information\, visit https://www.ncwwc.com/
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/2025-national-collegiate-womens-wrestling-championships/2025-03-07/
LOCATION:Xtream Arena\, 200 E. 9th Street\, Suite 100\, Coralville\, IA\, 52241\, US
CATEGORIES:Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T183000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074219
CREATED:20250226T185333Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250226T185333Z
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SUMMARY:unearthed
DESCRIPTION:Unearthed presents current work by Lexie Doerr\, an MFA candidate at the University of Iowa in Graphic Design and Printmaking. Unearthed is on display in the Levitt Gallery (Rm 140) in Arts Building West on the Univ. of Iowa campus from March 3-8\, 2025. This show is free and open to the public. \nUnearthed showcases the unseen ecosystem of soil microbes through handmade paper and watermark techniques. The closing reception for unearthed is Friday\, March 7 from 4:30-6:30pm. \nSponsored by the School of Art\, Art History\, and Design College of Liberal Arts and Sciences. Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program\, please contact the School of Art\, Art History\, and Design in advance at 319-335-1376.
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/unearthed/2025-03-07/
LOCATION:Arts Building West\, 141 N Riverside Dr\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52242\, United States
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Free Event,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="School of Art%2C Art History &amp%3B Design":MAILTO:art@uiowa.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074219
CREATED:20250302T174201Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250302T174201Z
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SUMMARY:2025 Spring Gallery Walk - Downtown Iowa City
DESCRIPTION:The Iowa City Gallery Walk is back for another year! For over 25 years\, this event has taken over downtown and filled your favorite businesses with wonderful works of art. Make an evening of it and grab a bite to eat\, shop\, and (gallery) walk in beautiful downtown Iowa City! The 2024 Downtown Spring Gallery Walk is Friday\, March 7th from 5:00 – 8:00 p.m. This FREE event is open to everyone to enjoy a self-guided tour of shops\, galleries\, and venues that have curated featured artists and pieces of art.\nParticipating Venues & Galleries\n– Arts Iowa City’s ArtiFactory– Blick Art Materials– Glassando– Iowa Artisans Gallery– Iowa City Public Library– Iowa City Senior Center– Iowa Conservatory (ICON)– Main Library Gallery\, University of Iowa Libraries– Prairie Lights Books and Cafe– Public Space One– r.s.v.p.– Ten Thousand Villages– The James Theater– U.S. Bank– UI Stanley Museum of Art– University of Iowa Museum of Natural History– Willow & Stock
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/2025-spring-gallery-walk-downtown-iowa-city/
LOCATION:Iowa City Downtown District
CATEGORIES:Exhibit,Visual Arts
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ORGANIZER;CN="Iowa City Downtown District":MAILTO:info@downtowniowacity.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T200000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074219
CREATED:20240620T141707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240620T141707Z
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SUMMARY:Art & Write Night
DESCRIPTION:Join the long\, rich\, historical tradition of artists creating in our spaces.\nProfessional\, aspiring\, and amateur artists alike\, make our museum your muse. The return of this popular program series welcomes guests into the Museum of Natural History’s magical gallery spaces after hours to work on sketching or writing projects with other campus and community artists. \nTell a friend\, grab a notebook\, and join us on the first Friday of each month. We’ll provide a new inspo prompt for each session and will sometimes move about the Museum but we’ll always start in the Hageboeck Hall of Birds (Bird Hall) on the third floor of Macbride Hall. Join anytime between 6-8 p.m. and feel free to participate in a themed creation challenge or work on your own project with our exhibits as inspiration. We’ll save the last 15-30 minutes of each session to share what we’ve been working on\, connecting with others (optional\, of course!). \nPlease note\, the Museum is typically closed during this time\, meaning the main entrance to Iowa Hall (atop the large staircase outside on the east side of Macbride Hall) will be closed and locked. All other building doors will be open\, offering access to the Ground Floor of Macbride Hall. Bird Hall is located on the third floor of Macbride Hall and can be reached by stairs or by taking the elevator to the third floor and crossing the auditorium to the north side of the building.
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/art-write-night-5/2025-03-07/
LOCATION:University of Iowa Museum of Natural History\, Iowa City\, IA\, US
CATEGORIES:Education / Workshop
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250307T203000
DTSTAMP:20260607T074219
CREATED:20250224T161733Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250225T182607Z
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SUMMARY:Riverside Theatre Presents: Native Gardens by Karen Zacarías
DESCRIPTION:Riverside Theatre is pleased to announce its upcoming production of Native Gardens by Karen Zacarías\, a sharp\, hilarious\, and timely comedy that explores themes of culture\, class\, and the boundaries we build—both literal and figurative. Directed by Kirsten Brooks\, the production will run from February 28 through March 16\, 2025\, at Riverside Theatre\, located at 119 E. College Street. Tickets are on sale now at www.riversidetheatre.org/gardens. \n  \nIn Native Gardens\, good fences make for prickly neighbors. Pablo\, a rising lawyer in a powerful firm\, and his very pregnant wife\, Tania\, move into a historic\, well-to-do neighborhood in Washington\, D.C.\, eager to build their dream home and garden. But their plans clash with their next-door neighbors\, Frank and Virginia\, a well-established couple with a prize-worthy garden of their own. What begins as a simple property line disagreement soon blossoms into a full-scale border dispute! Amid conflicting assumptions about community\, identity\, and the American dream\, is peaceful coexistence possible? \nKaren Zacarías\, one of the most produced modern playwrights in the U.S.\, is known for her witty and incisive explorations of contemporary issues. Native Gardens has been hailed for its ability to tackle serious themes with humor and heart\, making it a perfect fit for Riverside’s mission to present theatre that entertains\, challenges\, and inspires. In Zacarías words\, “I think comedy is disarming. I mean literally. You let down your armor so you can laugh. And if you laugh\, you’re taking things in. I want people who disagree to watch this play and be able to laugh at themselves.” \n\nThe cast features Riverside Theatre’s founders\, Ron Clark* and Jody Hovland* as Frank and Virginia\, as well as Franco Machado-Pesce as Pablo\, Jessica Murillo Kemp as Tania\, and Natanael Payán and Ariana Martinez in the ensemble.
URL:https://thinkiowacity.com/event/riverside-theatre-presents-native-gardens-by-karen-zacarias/2025-03-07/
LOCATION:Riverside Theatre\, 119 e. College St.\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240\, United States
CATEGORIES:Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Riverside Theatre":MAILTO:boxoffice@riversidetheatre.org
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