Good Day
Iowa City
Tuesday, March 31st, 2026
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 31st of March.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ A pop-up art exhibit celebrating light, color and imagination will showcase interactive displays on Thursday, April 2 from 5-7 p.m. in Iowa City for residents to enjoy. We Are Iowa
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Today, the Children of the Corn robotics team qualified for the FIRST Robotics Competition Championship in Houston but faces a funding gap as rising costs and a smaller facility mean they need to raise $50,000 to send all 25 students. The team plans new fundraising efforts soon. KCRG
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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 foster early literacy skills for children and families.
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Thursday Group Class - Cello Book 1
5:00-5:45 p.m. — Preucil School of Music — Check website for costs — Engage in an enriching cello class aimed at building foundational skills.
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Friday Crafternoons
1-3:30 p.m. — Stanley Museum of Art — Free entry — Unwind with low-mess crafts in a relaxed atmosphere with provided snacks and supplies.
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Family Storytime
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy engaging stories and activities for all ages at this family-friendly event.
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Easter Brunch at The Highlander
9 a.m.-2 p.m. — Lucy's — $10-$40 — Celebrate Easter with a chef-curated buffet featuring comfort food in a stylish, spacious setting.
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Christopher's Bar Exam
8-10 p.m. — Quinton's Bar & Deli — Cash prizes and team challenges — Test your knowledge in an interactive pub quiz for fun and prizes.
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Cooking Around the World for Kids
5:00 PM - 6:30 PM — Ashton House — Inquire for costs — A fun, hands-on cooking class where kids explore different cultures through food.
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Thursday Group Class - Cello Book 1
5:30-6:15 p.m. — Preucil School of Music — Check with organizer for pricing — Participate in a structured group class focused on foundational cello techniques.
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Stay for the Arts
6-8:30 p.m. — Elray's Live & Dive — Free entry — Celebrate the arts with live performances, great vibes, and free food in the heart of Iowa City.
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Second Saturday All Ages Art: Pop Tab People
11 a.m.-1 p.m. — Public Space One — Free to participate — Create fun pop tab keychains or pendants in this informal workshop for all ages.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
When you can't win by being better, you can win by being different.
~ James Clear
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