Good morning, Iowa City.

Federal authorities indicted Jerome Smith, 36, for supplying fentanyl pills that led to the 2024 fatal overdose of a 21-year-old in Coralville — he is set to face a jury trial on June 2 at the federal courthouse in Davenport and could spend decades in prison if convicted.

A group of about 90 Jewish faculty, staff, students, and alumni from Iowa colleges wrote a letter condemning efforts to limit free academic speech and restrict international student visas in the name of fighting antisemitism—University of Iowa professor Lisa Heineman said the statement warns that national actions can harm local campuses and urged lawmakers to protect university freedoms.

Senate lawmakers advanced a revised property tax bill that gives Iowans a 25% discount on home values up to $125,000 instead of a $50,000 homestead exemption—aimed at addressing the concerns of small communities.

The bill phases out the rollback rate over 10 years while keeping a 2% cap on tax growth, and it remains unclear if it will pass before the legislative session ends.

Riverdance Performance

2-5 p.m. — Hancher Auditorium — Ticket prices vary — Experience the Grammy Award-winning fusion of Irish dance and music that has captivated audiences worldwide.

Sunday Open Mic Comedy Night

9:00-10:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of comedy followed by all night karaoke fun.

AA: Sunlight of the Spirit Group

6-7 p.m. — Uptown Bill's Coffee House & Neighborhood Arts Center — Free entry — Gather for a supportive discussion focused on promotion of recovery and community spirit.

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 profound influence of Mallarmé's revolutionary poem on art and design.

Prairie Preview 40! Featuring Robin Wall Kimmerer

4:30-7:30 p.m. — The Englert Theatre — Free entry — Celebrate 40 years of environmental stewardship with interactive booths and a keynote by acclaimed author Robin Wall Kimmerer.

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 revolutionary influence of Stéphane Mallarmé's poem on graphic design and visual poetry.

Friday Night Concert Series

6:30-9 p.m. — 210 S Dubuque St, Iowa City, IA — Free entry — Celebrate the start of summer with local musicians at this vibrant concert series.

Sensory Sensitive Inflatable Afternoon

1:30-3:30 p.m. — Iowa City Scanlon Gym — Cost not specified — Enjoy unstructured play time with inflatables designed for sensory sensitive friends and families.

May's Featured Artist: Laurel Kubby

7 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Beadology Iowa — Free entry — Explore the intricate 3-dimensional geometric seed bead work of artist Laurel Kubby throughout May.

A Roll of the Dice: Symbolism in the Sackner Archive

9 a.m.-6 p.m. — University of Iowa Libraries Main Library Gallery — Free entry — Explore the influential legacy of Stéphane Mallarmé’s revolutionary poetic work in a unique exhibition.