Good Day
Iowa City
Saturday, August 2nd, 2025
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Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 2nd of August.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ FilmScene, Iowa City's nonprofit cinema, purchased its Ped Mall location at 118 E. College St. in a $2.3 million deal financed by RSFIC— the agreement gives the theater two years to raise a $230,000 down payment and sets an open house for Aug. 14 from 4 to 6 p.m. to celebrate the purchase. The Gazette
- ➤ Disney and Pixar’s 'Inside Out 2' played on Friday, August 1 from 1:00 p.m. to 3:00 p.m. at Iowa City Downtown District's Storytime Room—showing Riley, now a teenager, facing new emotions as old ones adjusted to sudden changes in her world. Downtown Iowa City
ENVIRONMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa City has launched its sixth annual Root for Trees program, offering vouchers that cover 50% of a tree’s retail price up to $125 with extra discounts for income-eligible households — approved applicants will receive their vouchers in seven to 10 business days and must plant eligible trees on city property before the May 15 deadline. KWWL
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ A Ukrainian family from Iowa who arrived through the U4U program faces uncertainty as their work authorization has expired and their renewal request is still pending—Mykola Volkogon said applying for an H-1B visa risks losing their pending applications while they wait for a response on Temporary Protected Status. KCRG
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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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Iowa City Farmer’s Market
7:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. — Chauncey Swan Park — Various payment options available — Shop local and enjoy fresh, locally produced products at this vibrant open-air market.
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Iowa City Card & Collectibles Show
10 AM - 3 PM — Johnson County Fairgrounds — Entry details not provided — Explore a wide variety of Sports and TCG cards and collectibles for all ages.
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Monday Open Comedy Mic
8-11:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedy followed by karaoke.
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Soul Flow Yoga Class
10:30-11:30 p.m. — Public Space One — $16 drop-in or $100 for 8-class pass — Experience a gentle and accessible yoga class designed for all bodies with moments of meditation and breathwork.
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