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Sunday, May 18th, 2025

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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 18th of May.

CULTURE NEWS

  • 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.  We Are Iowa

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.

    Mon, 5/19/25

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  • 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.

    Tue, 5/20/25

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  • 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.

    Wed, 5/21/25

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  • 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.

    Thu, 5/22/25

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  • 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.

    Fri, 5/23/25

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  • 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.

    Sat, 5/24/25

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  • 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.

    Sun, 5/25/25

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  • 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.

    Mon, 5/26/25

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  • 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.

    Tue, 5/27/25

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  • 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.

    Wed, 5/28/25

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