Good Day
Iowa City
Monday, July 7th, 2025
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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 7th of July.
ACCIDENTS NEWS
- ➤ Firefighters responded to a roof fire at the State Historical Society building on July 3 and controlled the blaze by 12:15 a.m.—one firefighter was injured—and the building's interior was undamaged while the cause remains under investigation. The Gazette
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Iowa City teacher Matt Harding from Liberty High School was named a finalist for the Presidential Awards for Excellence in Math and Science Teaching, one of five state finalists recognized for his hands-on approach in making physics engaging. He will now join the national competition—where winners receive a $10,000 prize from the National Science Foundation—as his peers are celebrated for nurturing STEM learning. The Gazette
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SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ The Gazette announced its 2025 Male Athlete of the Year finalists: Mason Bechen from North Linn, Tiernan Boots from Lisbon, Ryker Dengler from West Liberty, Rayce Heitman from Williamsburg and Mason Woods from Iowa City West. The finalists were recognized for their record-setting high school sports achievements and each will pursue college athletics in the near future. The Gazette
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University Heights Farmers Market
4-6 p.m. — University Athletic Club Parking Lot — Free entry — Explore fresh produce and local goods at this vibrant market every Tuesday.
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Music on the Move
6:30-8 p.m. — North Market Square Park — Free entry — Experience live music in the community as the Summer of the Arts brings tunes to Iowa City neighborhoods.
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Jok-E-Oke Comedy Open Mic
9:30-11:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter at Iowa City's favorite comedy open mic followed by karaoke.
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Friday Night Concert Series
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Pedestrian Mall — Free entry — Experience the sounds of Iowa's own folk and Americana bands Flash in a Pan and Awful Purdies.
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Iowa City Farmers Market
7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Chauncey Swan Ramp — Various payment options available — Explore fresh, locally produced products in an open-air market setting.
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Dragonfly Pendant Workshop
12-4 p.m. — The House of Dotł'izhi — Cost details not specified — Create your own stunning dragonfly pendant in this hands-on jewelry workshop.
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Chinese Bilingual Storytime
10:30 – 11:00 AM — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful bilingual storytime featuring songs, rhymes, and crafts in Chinese and English.
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Fellini's Satyricon Screening
7 p.m. — FilmScene at The Chauncey — $Varied — Experience a surreal journey through ancient Rome in Fellini's stunning film masterpiece.
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Music on the Move: Saul Lubaroff & Andy Parrott
6:30-8:00 p.m. — Willow Creek Park — Free entry — Enjoy uplifting music as local artists bring joy to the community amidst nature.
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Postmodern Jukebox Live
7:30-9 p.m. — The Englert Theatre — Tickets available — Experience classic genres reimagined in a lively music show with a talented cast.
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