Saturday, February 22nd, 2025
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 22nd of February.
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ The Iowa State Board of Regents declined the University of Iowa's proposal to merge several programs into a new School of Social and Cultural Analysis, citing the need for greater efficiency and broader student reach. Iowa City Press-Citizen
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28th Annual Ten-Minute Play Festival
The Ten-Minute Play Festival showcases original works by undergraduate playwrights, featuring a variety of short productions as part of Iowa City's Free Week Winter Arts & Culture Festival.
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Trivia Night at Hamburg Inn #2
Engage in a fun trivia game night hosted by Christophers Bar Exam at Hamburg Inn No. 2.
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Spanish Bilingual Storytime for Children
An engaging weekly storytime session featuring songs, rhymes, and stories in both Spanish and English, suitable for children of all ages and their caregivers.
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Argentine Tango Lesson and Social Dance
This event features a weekly Argentine Tango lesson for all skill levels followed by a social dance with music provided by a DJ.
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Historic Preservation Awards Ceremony by Northside Neighborhood Association
The Northside Neighborhood Association will be honored with a special award recognizing its commitment to the preservation of the neighborhood's historic heritage.
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50th Anniversary Celebration of Iowa City West High Show Choir
The event marks the 50th anniversary of the Iowa City West High Show Choir with alumni gathering for a series of activities including performances, rehearsals, and a dinner celebration.
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Hummingbird Robotics Workshop for Kids
This workshop invites children aged 5-12 to learn basic coding commands and explore circuit boards through hands-on activities at the Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center.
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Auditions for ROMEO AND JULIET at Riverside Theatre
Riverside Theatre in Iowa City will hold auditions for various roles in a production of ROMEO AND JULIET, looking for Equity actors from diverse backgrounds.
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Disney Karaoke Night
A fun karaoke night at Ashton House where attendees can sing their favorite Disney songs with friends.
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Guys on Ice: An Ice Fishing Musical Comedy
This musical comedy follows two ice fishing buddies from Northern Wisconsin as they navigate life, love, and aspirations while ensconced in their ice fishing shanty.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
If everyone is thinking the same thing, then no one is thinking.
~ Ryan Holiday
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