Join us for a relaxing and creative evening filled with hands-on candle pouring, custom scent creation, and interesting tidbits about fragrance oils, soy wax, and candle safety. This workshop will be led by Erika Christiansen, owner of Tura Lura Co. based out of West Branch, Iowa. Her kindness and sweet demeanor add a touch of...
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...
REGISTER FOR MAY 9 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...
REGISTER FOR MAY 11 WE JUST CAN’T GET OVER OURSELVES! Beppie Weiss will share her drawing experience of the human body. She has drawn and painted hundreds, maybe thousands, of portraits and people drawings, and will help you improve your own drawing skills. Our goal will be to understand how it all comes together, and...
Open Studio at the Iowa City Press Co-op is the second Saturday of each month from 12-4pm. Drop by for a free studio tour, or sign up to use ICPC studio equipment for the afternoon. The afternoon of studio use costs $20 for non-members and $10 for PS1 members, and advanced registration is strongly encouraged....
REGISTER FOR MAY 11 Introduction to Printmaking and Applying Hot Stamped Foil Learn artistic printmaking at our 3-week workshop series. Workshop Highlights: Form creation for relief printing: Craft detailed relief surfaces designed to produce raised patterns for printing. Color application techniques: Explore the use of paints and hot stamp foiling to add vibrancy and depth to your...
On display in the Main Library Gallery: Making the Book, Past and Present explores the intersections of history, art, and practicality. What can we learn by placing books, materials, and makers from the Middle Ages through today in conversation with one another? Many techniques and materials common centuries ago still inspire contemporary book artists and bookbinders....
SUNSET SALSA™ - IOWA CITY is a FREE outdoor Latin dancing event that continues to promote diversity and inclusion while boosting mental and physical health through Latin dancing. All Sunset Salsa™ outdoor events are promoted by Iowa City Downtown district and free to attend! Starts: 6 pmEnds: 10:00 pm Where: Pedmall, Iowa City DJ- Edwin...
On display in the Main Library Gallery: Making the Book, Past and Present explores the intersections of history, art, and practicality. What can we learn by placing books, materials, and makers from the Middle Ages through today in conversation with one another? Many techniques and materials common centuries ago still inspire contemporary book artists and bookbinders....
Tuesday, July 11, 2023 -5:00pm to 7:00pm Digital Media Lab Register Do you love to make things in Adobe Illustrator, InDesign, Photoshop, GIMP, Canva, or other graphic design software? Would doing it around others at this specific time motivate you to finally start or finish a project, experiment more, and share ideas? Of course it would! Join...
Presentation of the Laughter Club Sponsored by the Senior Center Free to Attend All Ages encouraged Monday, April 1st at NOON (HIGH NOON) Wednesdays at 3pm at the Senior Center
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...
