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Iowa City
Monday, December 15th, 2025
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 15th of December.
CULTURE NEWS
- ➤ Rabbi Esther Hugenholtz leads nearly 200 members at Agudas Achim in Coralville with a blend of joy and tradition in both Reform and Conservative practices. Born in Amsterdam and serving since 2017, she champions an open approach that brings Midwestern blessings to her community — inspiring lasting connections. The Gazette
GOVERNMENT NEWS
- ➤ Greater Iowa City, Inc. set its goals for talent development, business growth, and housing affordability today after consulting local businesses, community partners, and government officials—efforts aimed at enhancing community livability. The group will use a Community Data Dashboard to measure progress. KWWL
HEALTH NEWS
- ➤ Volunteers launched Iowa City's first Cycling Without Age chapter at Ned Ashton House along the Iowa River to offer trishaw rides that boost mobility and reduce isolation for older adults (one trishaw now includes wheelchair access). Booking requires 48-hour notice via the Bike Library’s website and email. The Gazette
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December Sonic Meditation
12-1 p.m. — Heartland Yoga — $15 — Experience group toning in a joyful, playful practice for personal and community healing.
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Grand Babies: Storytime with Little Ones
9-10 AM — Iowa City Senior Center — Free entry — Enjoy intergenerational storytime with engaging activities for caregivers and babies.
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Christopher’s Bar Exam Pub Quiz
8-10 p.m. — Donnelly's Pub — Cash prizes available — Test your knowledge with an interactive trivia night at a local pub.
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Gentle Yoga Class
12-1 p.m. — Public Space One — $16 drop-in or $100 for 8-class pass — Experience a community-focused yoga practice led by a trauma-informed instructor with extensive training.
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Wildlife Bioblitz
10:00-11:30 a.m. — Robert A. Lee Community Recreation Center — Free entry — Explore nature and discover local wildlife in a fun, interactive environment.
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Story Jam
10:30-11:00 a.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Engage in music and movement activities designed to foster early literacy skills in children.
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Trivia at the Den
7-9 p.m. — St. Burch Tavern — Free entry — Test your trivia skills for a chance to win a $50 gift card while enjoying a fun night out with friends.
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DEAD OR AMAZING: An Interactive Video Installation
5-7 p.m. — 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA — Free entry — Experience an immersive video installation that transforms audience movements into a unique visual and sonic landscape.
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Poetry Exchange Workshop
10:30 a.m. — Porch Light Literary Arts Centre — Poem submission required — Engage in a low-pressure workshop and connect with fellow poetry enthusiasts.
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The Storyteller Mic
10 p.m. — AlleyCat — $4 White Claws — Share your song, poem, or weekend stories with friends at this lively open mic night.
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