Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.
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🎭 Culture
The corpse flower at Reiman Gardens bloomed at 4:30 p.m. Saturday and will remain on display for about 24 to 36 hours.
Extended hours today from 7 a.m. to 11 p.m.—it is only the second public viewing in Iowa since 2017.
🎉 Iowa City Events
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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 entry — Explore the influential legacy of Stéphane Mallarmé’s revolutionary poetic work in a unique exhibition.
Iowa City Crusade Amazing Race & Tour
11 a.m. — Java House Coffee Roasters - Downtown — One ticket per person — Embark on a creative scavenger hunt exploring local gems and tackling fun challenges.
Story Jam
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — A lively music and movement program promoting early literacy for children and caregivers.
Eat for the Arts at Short's Burgers Eastside
11 AM – 8 PM — Short's Burgers Eastside — 15% of sales go to support local arts — Enjoy tasty burgers while contributing to community programs.
Gatos En Ronda
6-8 p.m. — Iowa City Bike Library — Free entry — Enjoy a no-drop community ride featuring trails, secret passages, and ice cream stops.
Art Social at Public Space One
11 AM – 1 PM — PS1 Close House — Free entry — Engage in a creative atmosphere with art supplies and fellow creators.
Laurel Kubby's Featured Art Exhibition
7 a.m. - 6 p.m. — Beadology Iowa — Free entry — Explore 3-dimensional geometric seed bead works and intricate beading techniques from a renowned artist.
Monday Night Gravel Ride
6:30-8:30 p.m. — World of Bikes — Free — Engage in a no-drop gravel ride with varied loops ending at Big Grove Brewery.
SOUPMEET Gathering
6-8 p.m. — Public Space 1 (PS1) — BYO beverage and suggested donation for contributions — Eat vegan soup and share creative ideas in a collaborative art-focused environment.
Bingo Night at Hamburg Inn #2
7-9 p.m. — Hamburg Inn No. 2 — Free entry — Enjoy a fun-filled evening of free bingo games with friends and family.
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