Tuesday, October 21st, 2025
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Tuesday, the 21st of October.
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Iowa City area voters will cast ballots on November 4 for city council and school board races, with early and absentee voting starting Oct. 15 — polling locations open from 7 a.m. to 8 p.m. Voters can check the Iowa Secretary of State website for polling locations and candidate information. Iowa City Press-Citizen
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Bingo Night at Hamburg Inn #2
7-9 p.m. — Hamburg Inn No. 2 — Free to play — Enjoy a fun evening of free bingo in a friendly atmosphere.
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Guest Artist Recital: Robert Benton
7:30 p.m. — The University of Iowa School of Music - Voxman Building — Ticket purchase required — Experience the mesmerizing sounds of euphonium in a captivating live recital.
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Friday Night Concert Series
6:30-9:00 p.m. — Pedestrian Mall — Free entry — Experience the vibrant sounds of local musicians in a lively outdoor setting.
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Lady Franklyn Improv Show
7:30-9 p.m. — Willow Creek Theatre Company — Ticket prices vary — Experience a night of laughs with Iowa City’s first professional improv team.
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All Acts Open Mic Night
8 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Showcase your talent at an open mic night with karaoke to follow.
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Monday Open Comedy Mic
8-11:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedy acts followed by karaoke fun.
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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 gentle and accessible yoga for all bodies with moments of meditation and breathwork.
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Story Jam Music and Movement Program
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Engage in music-making while enhancing early literacy skills in a lively environment.
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ICPL Fiber Arts Hangout
6-8 p.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Bring your fiber arts project and enjoy a casual evening of crafting and conversation with fellow enthusiasts.
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Only A Mask
7:30 p.m. — The James Theater — Pay-What-You-Can — Unveil the story of psychic powers and friendships in this new musical exploration.
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