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Sunday, February 1st, 2026

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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 1st of February.

COMMUNITY NEWS

  • Dozens of local cyclists took part in a memorial bike ride in Iowa City to honor Alex Pretti, whose death in Minneapolis left residents calling for change + the event united the community.  KCRG

LIFESTYLE NEWS

  • Fareway shared a cooking segment that shows how to make comfort foods healthier (using lean turkey or chicken, extra veggies, and whole grains) to warm you on cold February nights.  KCRG

EVENTS

SUBMIT EVENT
  • Trivia Night at Hamburg Inn #2

    7-9 p.m. — Hamburg Inn No. 2 — Free entry — Test your knowledge with a fun trivia night hosted by Christophers Bar Exam.

    Mon, 2/2/26

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  • UI Jazz Jam Sessions

    7-10 p.m. — Sanctuary Pub — Free admission — A vibrant community jazz jam session featuring local musicians and students.

    Tue, 2/3/26

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  • Story Jam

    10:30-11:00 a.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Engage in music and movement activities designed to enhance early literacy skills for children and caregivers.

    Wed, 2/4/26

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  • Trivia Night at St. Burch Tavern

    7-9 p.m. — St. Burch Tavern — Free entry — Gather your trivia team for a chance to win a $50 gift card while testing your brainpower.

    Thu, 2/5/26

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  • Ballroom and Latin Dance Social

    7-10 p.m. — Old Brick — $6-$12 — Enjoy a night of Foxtrot dancing and socializing with live music for dancers of all levels.

    Fri, 2/6/26

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  • Clue Live on Stage

    2-4 p.m. — Hancher Showcase — Ticket prices range from $45 to $396 — Experience the mystery and humor of Clue as guests unravel a murder at Boddy Manor.

    Sat, 2/7/26

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  • Bringing Nature Home: Pocket Prairie Program Forum

    2 p.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Discover how to create a pocket prairie and support local pollinators and ecosystems.

    Sun, 2/8/26

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  • Chinese Bilingual Storytime

    10:30-11:00 a.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy bilingual stories, songs, and crafts for children and caregivers in a vibrant cultural setting.

    Mon, 2/9/26

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  • Christopher’s Bar Exam Trivia Night

    8-10 p.m. — Quinton's Bar & Deli — Cash prizes — Test your knowledge and enjoy a fun interactive pub quiz challenge with friends!

    Tue, 2/10/26

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  • Bingo Night at Hamburg Inn #2

    7-9 p.m. — Hamburg Inn No. 2 — Free to play — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of bingo at a local favorite eatery.

    Wed, 2/11/26

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