Tuesday, July 29th, 2025

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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 29th of July.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ On Saturday, Aug 2 at 6 p.m., local singer-songwriter Stephanie Catlett will perform at Northside Saturday Nights at the corner of Market Street and Linn Street in Iowa City. Catlett works in marketing at the University of Iowa by day and writes music by night—she will perform with guitarist Dan Padley, bassist Blake Shaw and drummer Brian Cooper, offering a mix of original songs and covers. The Gazette
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Alex Sheridan from LifeTime Fitness offered advice on safely exercising in the heat during a Midday interview with Local 5—he recommended hydration and modified workout routines to help avoid heat-related risks. We Are Iowa
SHOP NEWS
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Trivia Wednesday at Wilder
7-9 p.m. — Graduate by Hilton Iowa City — $10 Graduate Burger and 1/2 priced beer — Test your knowledge while enjoying great food and drinks.
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PS1 Close House Open Hours
6-8 p.m. — Public Space 1 — Free entry — Explore the gallery and enjoy free art supplies and the CAS Reading Room at PS1 Close House.
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WERQ Dance Fit Pro Certification
10 AM – 6 PM — Campus Recreation and Wellness Center — Registration fee required — Become a certified WERQ Dance Fit Pro and energize your community with exciting dance fitness classes.
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Creek Stompin' Event
2-4 p.m. — Willow Creek Park — $ — Experience a fun nature walk while exploring the creek ecosystem and learning to protect local waterways.
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All Acts Open Mic Night
8 PM – 12 AM — AlleyCat — Free entry — A welcoming night for performers of all kinds with karaoke to follow.
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Monday Open Comedy Mic
8-11:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy a lively night filled with comedy and karaoke every Monday.
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Trivia Tuesday
8 PM – 12 AM — AlleyCat — Free entry — Test your knowledge and compete for prizes in an exciting trivia night.
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Steve Grismore Trio Performance
6:30-8 p.m. — Riverside Festival Stage — Free entry — Enjoy an evening of jazz featuring classics and original tunes by the Steve Grismore Trio.
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PS1 Close House Open Hours
6-8 p.m. — Public Space One — Free entry — Explore a gallery with free art supplies and more at PS1 Close House.
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Rock The Chalk Festival
1-8 p.m. — Iowa City Downtown District — Free entry — Decorate an 8' square while enjoying live music and fun activities for all ages.
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