Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 4th of October.
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🎓 Education
Iowa City High School senior Evan Stucky was named Student of the Week by the Press-Citizen.
He has taken a leadership role in his band as a section leader and principal percussionist — mentoring younger players and preparing for an All-State audition.
🏛️ Government
Seventeen local historians, archivists, donors and community members filed a lawsuit against the State Historical Society after it announced plans to close the Iowa City Research Library and move its collections to Des Moines due to financial issues.
The plaintiffs seek a temporary injunction to stop the document move and require returned artifacts— a hearing is set for Oct. 14 at the Johnson County Courthouse and the library will close permanently on June 30.
🎉 Iowa City Events
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Games in the Grove
1-3 p.m. — Plum Grove Historic Home — Free event — Experience historic games like stilts and hoop & stick perfect for ages 5 and up.
Monday Open Comedy Mic
8-11:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with open mic comedy followed by karaoke fun.
Musical Bingo Night
7-9 p.m. — Vue Rooftop — Free entry — Enjoy a fun twist on Bingo with a night of music and prizes.
Iowa City Puzzle Palooza 2025
5:30-10 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Registration fee for teams — Compete for puzzle glory while enjoying food, drinks, and raffles.
Refocus Film Festival
6:00 PM - 9:30 PM — FilmScene at The Chauncey — Ticket prices vary — Celebrate the art of adaptation with films, performances, and engaging dialogues.
2025 Johnson County ADA and NDEAM Celebration
12:30-3:30 p.m. — Pedestrian Mall — Free entry — Celebrate the ADA's anniversary with a resource fair and career opportunities for inclusive employment.
ICPLFF Used Book Sale
10 AM – 3 PM — Iowa City Public Library — Pay what you can — Explore a treasure trove of used books at a community-friendly sale.
All Acts Open Mic Night
8 PM – Midnight — AlleyCat — Free entry — Showcase your talent at an open mic night followed by karaoke fun.
Monday Open Comedy Mic
8-11:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy a hilarious night of comedy followed by karaoke at this vibrant Iowa City venue.
Trivia Tuesday!
8 PM – 12 AM — AlleyCat — No cover charge — Test your knowledge and compete for prizes in a fun trivia night with friends.
🏠 Iowa City Real Estate
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