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Weaving Stories, Beading Hearts

Stanley Museum of Art 160 West Burlington Street, Iowa City, IA, United States

Join the Weaving Our Community Network (part of the Women’s Resource and Action Center) in collaboration with Stanley Museum of Art and UI Libraries Special Collections and Archives to share the stories we tell through our clothing. Come together to enjoy food and conversation as we explore traditions of handmaking, and embellishment of objects passed down through generations of artisans. Alicia...

NAMI Family Support Group

National Alliance on Mental Illness, Johnson County (NAMIJC) 1531 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA, United States

NAMI Family Support Group is a peer-led support group for any adult with a loved one who has experienced symptoms of a mental health condition. Gain insight from the challenges and successes of others facing similar experiences. NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model, ensuring everyone has an opportunity to be heard...

Free
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Phil Dorthy Drawing Studio

Artifactory 120 N Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA, United States

The Thursday night life drawing group in memory of our dear friend, Phil Dorothy. Bring your own drawing materials which can include graphite, charcoal, pastels or watercolors. Drawing boards and easels will be available. Water-based oils and acrylics will be allowed. Solvent based oils may be used with odorless solvents. It is suggested that artists...

$10
Event Series Swing Dance Lessons & Social Dance

Swing Dance Lessons & Social Dance

The Masonic Building 312 College St, Iowa City, IA, United States

Join the Iowa City Swing Dance club to learn lindy hop! Thursday evenings include a beginner-friendly lesson, a social dance, and an intermediate lesson. The beginner lessons and social dance are open to all—regardless of experience. No dance partner or specialty shoes needed. Bring comfy attire, a water bottle, and your enthusiasm! Beginner Lesson |...

$5 – $10
Event Series Book Babies Storytime

Book Babies Storytime

Iowa City Public Library 123 South Linn Street, Iowa City, IA, United States

Tuesdays, 10:30am to 11:00am Storytime Room Join us for Book Babies! Let's have fun together singing, reading, and rhyming. Book Babies is a program designed to stimulate your infant's language development and is geared towards ages 0-2 years. Parents and caregivers are encouraged to participate as much as possible. ¡Ven para Book Babies! Divirtámonos juntos cantando, leyendo...

Featured Featured Event Series FELIX & FINGERS DUELING PIANOS

FELIX & FINGERS DUELING PIANOS

The Vue 328 S Clinton Street STE A, Iowa City, IA, United States

Spring Dates: • March 7  • April 4  • May 2  Fall Dates: • September 5 • October 3 • November 7 Felix and Fingers Dueling Pianos is a high-energy, all-request sing-along show. This interactive act brings together music and comedy for a night you’ll be laughing about for weeks! From John Lennon to John Legend, Beach Boys...

$10
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Just the Basics

Artifactory 120 N Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA, United States

Learn the fundamentals of drawing with various tools like pencils, charcoal, and different types of paper. Master basic shapes, break down complex objects, and practice different lines. Understand perspective, proportion, and shading to create depth and dimension. Bring your own materials. Paper, pencils, and conte. Doors will open at 9:45 am. Participants – Minimum 5...

$10
Event Series Shelter House Book Sale- March 8 and March 9

Shelter House Book Sale- March 8 and March 9

860 Quarry Road, Coralville, IA 52241 860 Quarry Road, Coralville, IA, United States

Shelter House’s 2025 Book Sale will take place on Saturday, March 8 and Sunday, March 9! Every bargain-hunting bibliophile’s favorite two-day event will take place from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM both days at 860 Quarry Road in Coralville. Each year, Shelter House fills the Old Antique Car Museum with stories of adventure, mystery, and...

Free
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Second Saturday All Ages Art: Freestyle Stitching

Public Space One Close House 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA, United States

Join us second Saturdays for informal workshops designed to get your creativity flowing by having fun trying a new technique, medium, or material! March: Freestyle Stitching with Kelly Moore Drop in between 11a-1p PS1 Close (538 S. Gilbert). Free to participate; donations are welcome. All ages are welcome! Kiddos must be accompanied by a parent/guardian...

Event Series NEA Big Read | Discussion of “Beloved” with DK Nnuro

NEA Big Read | Discussion of “Beloved” with DK Nnuro

Stanley Museum of Art 160 West Burlington Street, Iowa City, IA, United States

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 -...

Preucil School of Music 50th Anniversary Concert Featuring Alumni & Friends

Englert Theatre 221 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA 52240, IOWA CITY, IA, United States

The third concert in our Alumni and Friends Concert Series will feature pianist and Preucil alum, Orion Weiss. The show will be at The Englert Theatre, Saturday March 8, and is free and open to the public.

Event Series Shelter House Book Sale- March 8 and March 9

Shelter House Book Sale- March 8 and March 9

860 Quarry Road, Coralville, IA 52241 860 Quarry Road, Coralville, IA, United States

Shelter House’s 2025 Book Sale will take place on Saturday, March 8 and Sunday, March 9! Every bargain-hunting bibliophile’s favorite two-day event will take place from 10:30 AM to 4:00 PM both days at 860 Quarry Road in Coralville. Each year, Shelter House fills the Old Antique Car Museum with stories of adventure, mystery, and...

Free