Sunday, March 16th, 2025
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 16th of March.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Iowa City police arrested 36-year-old James Reed for willful injury—he and two others followed and attacked a man near the Ped Mall on December 14, 2024, leaving him with broken bones, cuts needing stitches, and a head injury. KWWL
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Chinese Bilingual Storytime for Children
This weekly event features a bilingual storytime session in Chinese and English, including songs, rhymes, and crafts for children and their caregivers.
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World Club: Cultural Exploration
The World Club offers a monthly opportunity to explore diverse world cultures through stories, games, crafts, and activities at the Iowa City Public Library.
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First Round: Iowa City Happy Hour Gathering
This monthly happy hour event provides a platform for locals to socialize, network, and engage in discussions about community arts, business, and culture.
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IC Bird Club Meeting: Amazing Birds of East Africa
Club member Linda Rudolph will present her experiences and insights on the remarkable birds and mammals encountered during her travels in East Africa.
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Spring Equinox Meditation by the River
An evening meditation led by Emelia to celebrate the arrival of spring, taking place outdoors by the river at Ashton House.
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City Park Parkrun
A weekly 5k community event in Lower City Park where participants can walk, jog, run, volunteer, or spectate at their own pace.
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Generative Writing Workshop at the Stanley
This workshop invites participants to create new writing inspired by the Stanley Museum's art collection, led by local writers on a monthly basis.
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Monday Night Gravel Ride
Participate in a no-drop gravel bike ride spanning 20-30 miles, ending at Big Grove Brewery in Iowa City.
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Hang at Hillel with Ori
7-9:30 p.m. | Market-Dubuque Building | Free | Meet our Israeli visitor, enjoy snacks, play games, and socialize in a friendly atmosphere.
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A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive
9 a.m. - 6 p.m. | University of Iowa Libraries Main Library Gallery | Free admission | Explore the visual and poetic legacy of Stéphane Mallarmé's revolutionary work.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
You do not rise to the level of your goals. You fall to the level of your systems.
~ James Clear
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