From live music and kids’ activities to local food, historical experiences, and small-town traditions, Hoover’s Hometown Days brings together residents and visitors for a weekend that blends the past with the present in the heart of Iowa. Mark your calendars and join us on Friday & Saturday, August 7-8, 2026 as we turn up the […]
REC Fest is almost here, Tiffin! Get ready for TWO DAYS of fun at Tiffin Summer Social: Parties in the Park – REC Fest! Whether you’re racing, rocking out, or just looking for a great time with family and friends, there’s something for everyone! Friday, August 7 Fun starts at 6:00 PM• 5K Run/Walk (Official chip […]
WHEN Sat, August 8, 2026 6:30 AM – 5:00 PM WHERE Big Grove Brewery & Taproom Iowa City, IA WHO Seth Bailey Courage Group (Courage Ride Event Committee) DESCRIPTION Distances: 18, 37, 57, 85, 105 miles The Courage Ride is a charity cycling event dedicated to funding sarcoma cancer research at the University of Iowa […]
The Iowa City Farmers Market is managed by the Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department. It is an open-air market held in the Chauncey Swan parking ramp, Chauncey Swan Park, and on E. Washington St. in downtown Iowa City. The market runs from May through October. We strive to serve all populations by providing access to […]
Amana Arts Guild to Host Annual Festival of the Arts on August 8 AMANA, Iowa — The Amana Arts Guild invites the community to its annual Festival of the Arts on Saturday, August 8, 2026, from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Market Barn, 707 46th Avenue, Main Amana. Admission is free, and all […]
Wholesale beads, gemstones, and fresh water pearls. These items are higher end quality supplies for the avid beader. It is a rare opportunity to purchase wholesale, so we wanted to bring this beautiful opportunity to our customers. Janu Gems has offices in California, Athens, Greece, and Fairfield, Iowa. No admissions fee.
This writer guided critique group offers poets the chance to receive carefully considered feedback, and find writerly community. Writers share drafts of work in advance so readers have enough time to provide considered feedback. Feedback is mostly positive, and descriptive, but writers can ask for proscriptive feedback if they wish. Our workshop model centers the […]
Similar to our Long Project Check In, this group is for queer writers looking to build literary community together. Each session will include free writing, discussion of works in progress, and general literary support. Occasionally, there will be guests and opportunities for trading work.
We would like to welcome the public to this free, all-ages event highlighting the farm’s history, local food production, nature, and the launch of our commercial kitchen. Attendees are invited to explore innovative sustainable farming practices, get a bite to eat, connect with community, and learn about the many community projects and partnerships at the […]
Meet us on 5th Street for the ultimate block party with live music by The Regular Joes & Birdchild, food trucks, local craft brews, a kids zone, and some good old-fashioned fun! The event is free to the community, with the option to purchase food and drinks while in attendance.
Join Iowa Valley RC&D and Dan Fillius with Iowa State Extension for a riveting evening about pest management on Saturday, August 8th, from 5-7 pm at the Johnson County Historic Poor Farm in Iowa City. The workshop will cover management strategies for everyone from beginning gardeners to seasoned farmers. There is no cost, but registration […]
Join us for an evening of soulful country blues and conjunto music with Iowa City’s own Dave Moore & Friends! A master of the button accordion, harmonica, and guitar, Dave Moore is a celebrated singer-songwriter who has toured the US and Canada and was a frequent guest on “A Prairie Home Companion.” Come witness his […]