Good Day
Iowa City
Tuesday, August 19th, 2025
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 19th of August.
CRIME NEWS
- ➤ Neil Schultz from AARP Fraud Network Watch explains quishing scams—a tactic where fake text messages trick people into sharing personal data. He advises locals to verify messages from unknown senders to prevent fraud. We Are Iowa
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Bingo Night at Hamburg Inn #2
7-9 p.m. — Hamburg Inn No. 2 — Free to play — Test your luck and have fun with friends at Bingo Night.
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Jok-E-Oke Comedy Open Mic
9:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Iowa City's favorite comedy open mic night featuring local talent and karaoke afterward.
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Dodge Street Duo with Hard Luck & the Troubles
6:30-9 p.m. — Pedestrian Mall — Free entry — Experience the soulful sounds of bluegrass and Americana with lively performances by local duos.
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Northside Saturday Nights: Blake Shaw Trio
6-8 p.m. — Northside Outside — Free entry — Enjoy the electric tunes of Blake Shaw Trio while indulging in local food and drinks.
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Sunday Fun Day: Paper Plate Seashells
2-4 p.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Create colorful paper plate seashells using markers, watercolors, and yarn for a fun craft experience.
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Rosh Chodesh Club: Elul
12–1 a.m. — Market-Dubuque Building — Free entry — Engage in introspection and preparation for the Jewish New Year with meaningful connections.
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Christopher’s Bar Exam Trivia Night
8-10 p.m. — Joe's Place — Free entry — Test your knowledge and compete for cash prizes at this fun, interactive pub quiz.
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Music Open Jam Night
8 PM – 12 AM — AlleyCat — Free entry — Bring your instruments for a night of open mic performances and karaoke fun.
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Fall Welcome Concert: Goose
8-11 p.m. — Hancher Auditorium — Free entry — Experience an evening of live music by Goose, a rising American rock band with indie and jam influences.
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Gimme Gimme Disco Dance Party
7-9:30 p.m. — Gabe's — $24.07 — Dance the night away to your favorite disco hits at this lively party.
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TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The price of greatness is responsibility.
~ Winston Churchill
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