Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 13th of September.
Good morning, Iowa City.
Textiles, a beloved women’s clothing store with a 34-year history downtown, is reopening under new owner Miranda Meyer at 105 S.
Dubuque Street on the Pedestrian Mall this September. The store will host a Grand Opening Celebration on Sunday, September 21 from 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.
Northside Oktoberfest will celebrate its 29th year on September 20th—this local festival in the Northside area will offer ticketed BrewFest events, Bier Hall treats and SodaFest for families with craft beer, local food and live music.
Johnson County supervisors chair Jon Green is defying Gov. Kim Reynolds’ order to lower county flags at half staff for Charlie Kirk because he says Kirk hurt marginalized people — officials like Reynolds and Attorney General Brenna Bird criticized his decision and warned of legal or electoral consequences.
UI Health Care is seeking board approval to purchase and raze the 12,800 sq ft Mercy building—built in 1985 and now unused—to clear space for a downtown expansion, and it will relocate its EMS Learning Resource Center to the Capital Centre.
The $1.2M purchase and $3.9M EMS project will start in October and finish in March to improve training facilities.
Iowa City Regina, ranked third, beat Alburnett 59—27 in a game that showed their strong play from start to finish.
Iowa City Card & Collectibles Show
10 AM – 3 PM — Johnson County Fairgrounds — Check website for vendor table costs — Discover a wide range of sports cards, collectibles, and rare finds from top dealers across the Midwest.
Live at Hy Vee Drug & Liquor
5-7 p.m. — Hy-Vee Pharmacy — Free outdoor event — Enjoy a lively evening in Iowa City at this community gathering.
Evening with Jervis Campbell
7-10 p.m. — Old Brick — Tickets available — Experience an evening of soulful music that encourages reflection and connection.
Bootcamp Album Release Show
8-10:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — $15 — Celebrate the launch of Bootcamp's album with performances from local artists Destiny Bond, Oral Fixx, Buio Omega, and Jive Bomb.
Espressivo Rehearsals
4:30-5:30 p.m. — Preucil School of Music — Free event — Enhance your musical skills during dedicated rehearsal time for the Espressivo ensemble.
University Heights Farmers Market
4-6 p.m. — West end of the former University Athletic Club parking lot — Free entry — Fresh produce and local goods await every Tuesday in the summer months.
Christopher’s Bar Exam Trivia Night
9-11 p.m. — Micky's Irish Pub — No cover charge — Test your knowledge and compete for cash prizes in an interactive pub quiz.
Lacrosse Clinic for Kids in Iowa City
5:45-6:45 p.m. — Kickers Field 2 — Free registration upcoming — Learn essential lacrosse skills in a fun, co-ed clinic for youth.
A Starry Night: The Untold Story of Vincent Van Gogh
8-10 p.m. — Theatre Building — Free entry — Explore a captivating reinterpretation of Van Gogh's tragic tale on a fateful starry night.
National Theatre Live: A Streetcar Named Desire
12:00 – 2:30 PM — FilmScene at The Chauncey — $10 for members, $15 for students/seniors, $20 public — Experience a spectacular live broadcast of Tennessee Williams’ timeless masterpiece featuring top-tier talent.
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