Here's your local news at a glance for Wednesday, the 4th of March.
Good morning, Iowa City.
The Iowa Department of Agriculture and Land Stewardship detected a fifth bird flu case in a multi-species backyard flock in Washington County.
Officials urge poultry owners to follow biosecurity protocols and note that properly cooked products remain safe.
The Iowa Department of Agriculture confirmed a case of H5N1 in a multi-species backyard flock in Washington County, marking the state’s fifth detection this year; poultry producers and backyard flock owners are urged to bolster biosecurity (resources are available on its website).
Iowa gymnast Greta Krobe will represent Team USA in Italy after qualifying for the Senior National Team event.
The 15-year-old from Coralville who trains at Gym-Nest will compete on March 28.
Thursday Group Class - Cello Book 1
5:00-5:45 p.m. — Preucil School of Music — Cost not specified — Participate in a group cello class tailored for beginners.
Book Babies Storytime
10:30-11 a.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Fun-filled singing, reading, and rhyming session for infants aged 0-2 years and their caregivers.
STEAM Discovery
1-3 p.m. — Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center — Free entry — Engage in hands-on activities that ignite curiosity and interest in STEAM subjects for all ages.
Intro to Letterpress Printing Workshop
12:30-4 p.m. — Iowa City Press Co-Op — Pay-what-you-can: $25-170 — Explore the art of letterpress printing with hands-on guidance from poet and artist Mackie Garrett.
Saturdays At Your Place
6:30-9:30 p.m. — Gabe's — No cover charge — A lively night with local rock and emo punk vibes featuring Retirement Party and Kerosene Heights.
Trivia Tuesday at Joe's Place
8-9 p.m. — Joe's Place — $1 off select tallboys, $5.50 mules — Bring your friends and test your trivia knowledge in a fun weekly competition.
Story Jam
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Engage in music and movement to boost early literacy skills with your child.
Christopher’s Bar Exam
8-10 p.m. — Donnelly's Pub — Cash and prizes — Test your knowledge in a fun interactive pub quiz!
Friday Crafternoons
1-3:30 p.m. — Stanley Museum of Art — Light snacks provided — Unwind at the end of the week with low-mess crafts and community vibes.
Second Saturday All Ages Art: Gel Plate Printing
11 a.m. – 1 p.m. — Public Space 1 (PS1) North — Free to participate; donations welcome — Engage in creative gel plate printing workshops designed for all ages and skill levels.
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