Join us for another Queer Coffee Social on Saturday, February 15, to make your own Valentine’s. Enjoy some yummy brews, treats, and, of course, be in community! Partners: UI Pride House Iowa City Pride LGBTQ+ Council LGBTQ Iowa Archives & Library (LIAL) fix! Coffee Queer Elders
Join us for open foiled printmaking hours most Saturday afternoons! These drop-in sessions, just $10, include all materials and equipment—just bring your creativity. Ideal for those who’ve already taken a print workshop with the ArtiFactory. Newcomers interested in learning are always welcome, too. Description The focus is on the following techniques: Intaglio: Inked, recessed lines...
Join us for four discussions of Toni Morrison's Beloved and the exhibition it's a fine thing, led by the Stanley’s curator of special projects and author of What Napoleon Could Not Do, Derek (DK) Nnuro. Register for each session by clicking the dates below, capped at 30 participants: Feb. 15 (Pages 1 - 59) March 8 (Pages 60 -...
The Drawing Salon focuses on drawing artworks from the museum's collection. Each session will focus on a different artwork. The sessions will begin with an introduction and discussion of the selected work. Participants will be encouraged to pursue their own visions and to take inspiration from the artworks in the gallery. Pencils and sketchbooks/paper are...
2:00pm to 4:00pm Storytime Room Nebula painting will be a stunning Sunday Funday art project for Black History Month, inspired by the work of astrophysicist Neil deGrasse Tyson. Neil deGrasse Tyson is an American astrophysicist renowned for his ability to simplify complex scientific ideas. Through his numerous books and TV programs, he has worked to make science...
Join Verity Rose for an open-level Zouk practice! $5-$20 expected donations if you're not a student.
A Winter Arts & Culture Festival Shake off the winter blues and immerse yourself in a week of arts and culture with Free Week, presented by X Marks the Arts and sponsored by Think Iowa City and the Iowa City Downtown District. Taking place at various venues throughout the Downtown Iowa City Cultural & Entertainment...
Tuesdays, 4:00pm to 5:00pm Storytime Room Join us for the exciting World Club on the third Tuesday of every month! Each month we will explore a unique world culture through fun stories, games, crafts, activities, or even delicious food. All ages and backgrounds welcome!
Join us for our weekly Argentine Tango social dance and lesson. We begin with an all-levels class at 7:00 PM, suitable for newcomers and experienced dancers alike. Following the lesson, from 8:00 PM to 9:30 PM, a DJ will play a mix of traditional and contemporary tango music to dance to. Please note: Enter through...
Meeting Room A, Online StoryJAM is a music and movement program designed to model, encourage, and facilitate music-making as an early literacy skill. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate as much as possible. Masks are required for all individuals over the age of two. Social distancing between groups in attendance is encouraged. In order...
Iowa City’s favorite happy hour! This monthly gathering gives locals the opportunity to meet new people, socialize, and learn about the latest happenings in the arts, business, and culture sectors of our community. Whether you’re a business owner, a downtown employee, or simply a curious individual, YOU’RE invited! Attendees trickle in and mingle from 5:00...
6:15pm - 7 Beginner Lesson 7 - 7:30 Social dancing 7:30 - 8:30 Intermediate Lesson 8:30 - 9 Practice/social dancing No experience or partner required to join! This class will teach you the basic 6-count and 8-count patterns as well as fundamentals of connection and footwork. We will also cover dance etiquette and how to...
