Good Day
Iowa City
Saturday, December 20th, 2025
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Saturday, the 20th of December.
LIFESTYLE NEWS
- ➤ Honest Wrenches (co-owner Travis Troy) advises local holiday travelers to check their battery, tires and fluid levels before hitting the roads, as AAA forecasts over 9 million trips during the season. The auto shop keeps service spots open for last-minute checks. We Are Iowa
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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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Monday Open Comedy Mic
8-11:30 p.m. — AlleyCat — Free entry — Enjoy a night of laughter with comedy performances followed by karaoke fun.
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Minecraft Crafts
1-2:30 p.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Create fun Minecraft-themed crafts like mosaics and origami for elementary-aged kids.
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Bingo Night at Hamburg Inn #2
7-9 p.m. — Hamburg Inn No. 2 — Free entry — Enjoy a fun evening playing Bingo with friends in a cozy setting.
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PS1 Northside Open Hours
12-3 p.m. — Public Space One (PS1) North — Free entry — Explore a gallery, zine library, and micro-retail space showcasing local art.
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Radical Relaxation Yoga
6-7 p.m. — Public Space One — $16 drop-in or 8-class pass for $100 — Experience community-driven relaxation and rejuvenation through yoga with certified instructors.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
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No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
There is no greater agony than bearing an untold story inside you.
~ Maya Angelou
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