Good Day
Iowa City
Monday, December 29th, 2025
Good morning, Iowa City. Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 29th of December.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ Greater Iowa City, Inc. is accepting applications for its Ambassador Program—which supports local events like ribbon cuttings and anniversaries to strengthen community ties—and applications remain open until January 30, 2026. KWWL
SPORTS NEWS
- ➤ Iowa Hawkeyes safety Xavier Nwankpa earned a career-high 69 tackles this season and will start his final game against Vanderbilt on New Year's Eve in the ReliaQuest Bowl — his strong play shows promise for a pro career. We Are Iowa
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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.
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DEAD OR AMAZING: Interactive Video Installation
5-7 p.m. — 538 S Gilbert St, Iowa City, IA — Free entry — Experience a unique interactive video installation that reacts to your movement and sound, creating a personalized visual and sonic environment.
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Christopher’s Bar Exam Trivia Night
8-10 p.m. — Joe's Place — Free entry — Test your knowledge in an interactive pub quiz with chances to win cash and prizes.
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Bingo Night at Hamburg Inn #2
7-9 p.m. — Hamburg Inn No. 2 — Free to play — Enjoy a fun night of bingo with friends and community members.
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Book Club Matchmaking Session
6-7 p.m. — Iowa City Public Library — Free entry — Discover new book titles and meet fellow readers for one-time discussions.
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Gentle Yoga Class
12-1 AM — Public Space One — $16 drop-in or $100 for 8-class pass — Experience a nurturing yoga session led by an experienced instructor focused on community and resilience.
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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.
No new real estate listings today. You can submit one here.
No new job posts today. You can submit one here.
No new community announcements today. You can submit one here.
TODAY'S FOOD FOR THOUGHT
The best art divides the audience.
~ Rick Rubin
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