Good Day
Iowa City
Tuesday, May 20th, 2025
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 20th of May.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ A semi-truck driver named Joshua Carman was arrested in Coralville on May 18 after police stopped him and found methamphetamine in his vehicle — he is charged with operating while under the influence, possession of methamphetamine, and introducing drugs into an institution. KCRG
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Jok-E-Oke Comedy Open Mic
8 PM – 12 AM — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughs followed by karaoke in Iowa City's favorite comedy venue.
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Browsing Party
5-7 p.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Celebrate summer reading with live music, refreshments, and book browsing fun.
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