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• Awful Purdies / Deb Talan / Night Lights / Abbie & the Sawyers

  <p><strong>Awful Purdies / Abbie and the Sawyers / The Night Lights / Deb Talan</strong></p><p><strong><u>Ticket Options</u></strong></p><p>$25.00 + Fees – General Admission</p><p>$20.00 + Fees – General Admission - Friend/Member</p><p>$10.00 + Fees – Reserved Seating - <a href="https://englert.org/box-office-hours/student-tickets/" target="_blank">Student w/ ID</a></p><p><a href="https://englert.org/understanding-ticket-fees/" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a> to learn more about our fees.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Members</u></strong></p><p>If you are a member of the Englert and have a promo code, please click “Add Promo Code” before choosing your seats. Not a member? Get access to advance ticketing (and more!) by becoming a member of the Englert. <a href="http://englert.org/friends" target="_blank">CLICK HERE</a> to learn more</p><p><strong><u>Show Description</u></strong></p><p>On October 1 at Englert Theatre, celebrate Iowa folk music with a full line-up of women-led Iowa bands. Awful Purdies, Abbie &amp; the Sawyers and The Night Lights, with Deb Talan, will bring to the stage songs for the heart and soul, reflecting their lived experiences as mothers, friends, women, artists and activists.&nbsp;</p><p><em>Awful Purdies</em></p><p>Awful Purdies is a Folk-Americana collective of five multi-instrumental women, powered by seamless harmonies, banjo, accordion, cello, guitar, mandolin, and bass. The sound is an earnest nod to traditional American music, folk, old country, bluegrass, honky tonk, and soul. The live performance experience is intimate, containing both humor and insight. On stage, Awful Purdies actively share gratitude and support of one another and take turns stepping up as lead singers and songwriters. Since 2006, Awful Purdies have been raising families, telling women’s stories, advocating for human rights, and engaging with their communities in Eastern Iowa</p><p><em>Abbie &amp; the Sawyers</em></p><p>Think folksy swoons and harmonic ditties, with playful melodic (and lyrical) range. Abbie &amp; the Sawyers make songs that feel warm, whether it's an uptempo summer dance-along or a slow ode to night spent with someone you love. As described by dsm Magazine, their “unique blend of backwoods Appalachia and Midwest charm creates a sound that is stunningly intimate.</p><p><em>The Night Lights</em></p><p>The Diplomettes from Diplomats of Solid Sound banded together to create lush, harmony-driven feely folk at Golden Bear Studio in Des Moines. These long-time friends and bandmates' original songs tell stories about motherhood, personal evolution and friendship</p><p><em>Deb Talan</em></p><p>Deb Talan has been writing songs since she was 14 years old. Granted, her style has changed a bit since writing the forever-unknown smash-hit “Through the Window” about feeling numb, like life was going on somewhere out there but not accessible to her (at 14. so jaded.) She played clarinet, wrote songs on piano, later taught herself to play guitar in college, got obsessed with Shawn Colvin, was a vegetarian for 4 years, ended that with a hotdog and a swim in lake Michigan, started a band in Portland, OR with her friend Mark, named it Hummingfish, wrote a lot of fun songs that people danced to ‘til they were all sweaty in that hipster/grungy/geeky Northwest kind of way, moved back to the east coast 6 years and a divorce later and began playing solo in Boston coffee houses (read: 4 different Starbucks that she also poured espresso at) opened shows for Catie Curtis (a songwriter hero of hers) met up with Steve Tannen and formed The Weepies, played shows all over the country and the world, toured in a real tourbus! moved to LA, got married to Steve, made 5 records and 3 amazing boy-children together with him, had songs placed in loads of movies and tv shows, moved to Iowa, got breast cancer, got chemotherapy and relied heavily on marijuana for pain and nausea relief(Legalize, for gods’ sakes, can we grow up as a country, please?) recovered from breast cancer, made a solo album, struggled with mental health issues (Childhood Incest Survivor, lucky to be alive, music has helped, and so have many blessed healers) and relationship issues for 6 years, got divorced from Steve. She has a lot she could say these days. She prefers to listen. But playing songs for people is a close second. Music heals. Songs can be prayers. Deb Talan is some lovely damn proof of that.&nbsp;</p> 2023-09-19 05:00:00 -0500

  10/01/23 @ 3:30 p.m.

  3:30 p.m.

  Englert Theatre

  Iowa City

• The Groove Garden Open Jam

  <p>The Ideal Theater &amp; Bar is proud to present THE GROOVE GARDEN, an open jam with hosts Craig Erickson on guitar, Evan Stock on drums and Alex Geiger on bass.</p><p>The Groove Garden Open Jam begins at 5PM on Sundays and is OPEN TO EVERYONE, all ages, all musical styles, regardless of skill level. WE JUST WANT YOU TO GET UP THERE AND PLAY (or sing)!! We can't wait to see what grows in our Groove Garden!!</p><p>$5 free will donation</p> 2023-10-01 21:00:00 -0500

  10/01/23 @ 5:00 p.m.

  5:00 p.m.

  The Ideal Theater & Bar

  Cedar Rapids

• Hey Buddy, I'm Bill

  <p>On display now in the Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa Libraries:</p><p><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/hey-buddy-im-bill/"><em>Hey Buddy, I’m Bill&nbsp;</em></a>tells the story of Bill Sackter, the namesake of Wild Bill’s (formerly Wild Bill’s Coffee Shop) in the University of Iowa School of Social Work. From his early life in Minneapolis to his 44-year institutionalization for an intellectual disability to his years of friends and fame in Iowa City, the exhibit shares a glimpse into Bill’s life and legacy. The exhibit also acknowledges some of Iowa’s own history with institutionalization and progress with disability rights, and places Bill’s story in the context of the historic treatment of people with disabilities. The exhibit not only tells how Bill’s life embodied the disability practices and perspectives of his time, but also how the national prominence of his life story helped America make progress toward better understanding and treatment of people with disabilities.</p><p>Curated by Jen Knights and Brad Ferrier, the exhibit&nbsp;features artifacts, documents, and ephemera from Bill’s life as well as ways for visitors to contribute stories about their own experiences with disability.</p><p><strong>MAIN LIBRARY GALLERY HOURS:</strong></p><p><strong>Monday:&nbsp;</strong>9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Tuesday:</strong> 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.<br><strong>Wednesday:</strong> 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Thursday:&nbsp;</strong>9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Friday:</strong> 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Saturday:</strong> 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.<br><strong>Sunday:</strong> 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.</p><p><strong>Admission is always FREE. The exhibition will be open August 21 - December 19, 2023.</strong><br>Please note that the Main Library Gallery will be closed on the following University of Iowa holidays during the fall: Sept. 4 (Labor Day), Nov. 23-24 (Thanksgiving)</p><p><em>Because the Main Library Gallery is an educational space on campus, there may occasionally be classes visiting during open hours. Thank you for your understanding.</em></p><p>The easiest way to access the Main Library Gallery is via the north entrance of the Main Library. Find parking options here: <a href="http://lib.uiowa.edu/locations/main/parking">lib.uiowa.edu/locations/main/parking</a></p><p><em>Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Sara Pinkham in advance at 319-467-1805 or sara-pinkham@uiowa.edu</em> </p> 2023-10-02 18:00:00 -0500

  10/02/23 @ 9:00 a.m.

  9:00 a.m.

  Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa Libraries

  Iowa City

• Tremble Clefs

  <p><strong>Mondays, October 2 - December 4, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Room 311&nbsp;</strong></p><p><a href="http://apm.activecommunities.com/iowacityseniorcenter/Activity_Search/17310" target="_blank"><strong>Register online</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;or call 319-356-5220&nbsp;</strong></p><p><em>Instructor: Sun Joo Lee&nbsp;</em></p><p>Tremble Clefs, a therapeutic singing group for individuals with Parkinson’s disease (PD), caregivers, and family members, will begin rehearsals this fall at the Iowa City Senior Center. Tremble Clefs was founded in Scottsdale, AZ in 1994 and is expanding to Iowa City to engage the PD community in music therapy and social support. The loss of voice, communication difficulties resulting in a decreased volume of voice and lung capacity, and depression are the common symptoms of PD. This weekly program will provide vocal, breathing, and movement exercises that benefit the participants to meet their specific needs in PD and create a supportive and therapeutic environment for the individuals with PD and their caregivers. Sun Joo Lee, a board-certified music therapist and a director of Tremble Clef, AZ, who has been leading the group since 2008, will facilitate the program in Iowa City. We welcome anyone with Parkinson’s, along with their spouse, caregivers, and extended family members. No musical experience or background is required to participate in the program. To learn more, visit www.trembleclefsarizona.org.&nbsp;</p> 2023-09-08 12:00:00 -0500

  10/02/23 @ 10:30 a.m.

  10:30 a.m.

  Iowa City Senior Center

  Iowa City

• Fire Safety for Seniors

  <p><strong>Tuesday, October 3, 10:30 am&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Room 302 at the Iowa City Senior Center</strong></p><p><a href="http://apm.activecommunities.com/iowacityseniorcenter/Activity_Search/17314" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Register online</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;or call 319-356-5220&nbsp;</strong></p><p><em>Presenter: Lieutenant Collin Wellsandt, Iowa City Fire Department Station #3&nbsp;</em></p><p>According to the National Fire Protections Association, seniors 65 and older carry twice the risk of injury or death in a fire compared with the general population. Don’t be another statistic! This class will cover a variety of important fire safety information you should know along with steps you can take to help reduce your chances of being the next victim. Attendees will also learn the basics needed to select and properly utilize a fire extinguisher in their home, with the opportunity for all to participate in a hands-on live fire extinguisher demonstration at the end. This program is offered in partnership with TRAIL of Johnson County.&nbsp;</p> 2023-09-08 11:30:00 -0500

  10/03/23 @ 10:30 a.m.

  10:30 a.m.

  Iowa City Senior Center

  Iowa City

• Adam Rake: World Lines

  <h5>Adam Rake: World Lines</h5><p>September 9, 2023 – January 7, 2024</p><p>Iowa City artist Adam Rake explores the complex ways in which the meaning of a work of art changes over time as technology and culture evolve. &nbsp;To convey this theme, Rake draws on the precedent of historical artworks but filters them through his own unique lens. &nbsp;He utilizes his printmaking experience to distort, alter, and augment the original images into something entirely new. &nbsp;Through these works, he considers the ever-changing relationship between contemporary culture and the work of art. &nbsp;</p> 2023-10-03 16:00:00 -0500

  10/03/23 @ 12:00 p.m.

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

• International Speed Friendshipping

  <p><strong>Tuesday, October 3, 4:00 pm&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Assembly Room</strong></p><p>In honor of the United Nations International Day of Older Persons, celebrated each year on October 1, ICSC will host an afternoon of speed "friendshipping" with an emphasis on making international connections. Everyone is welcome, and we’re extending a special invitation to those who were born outside of the United States or lived abroad for a number of years. Using a speed dating format (but for making friends rather than dating), participants will have a chance to meet and chat with community members, have some fun, and maybe even take the first step in creating new and lasting friendships. The event will start with a group icebreaker activity, shift to timed 1:1 conversations, and wrap up with open socializing and refreshments.&nbsp;</p> 2023-09-08 17:00:00 -0500

  10/03/23 @ 4:00 p.m.

  4:00 p.m.

  Iowa City Senior Center

  Iowa City

• Hey Buddy, I'm Bill

  <p>On display now in the Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa Libraries:</p><p><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/hey-buddy-im-bill/"><em>Hey Buddy, I’m Bill&nbsp;</em></a>tells the story of Bill Sackter, the namesake of Wild Bill’s (formerly Wild Bill’s Coffee Shop) in the University of Iowa School of Social Work. From his early life in Minneapolis to his 44-year institutionalization for an intellectual disability to his years of friends and fame in Iowa City, the exhibit shares a glimpse into Bill’s life and legacy. The exhibit also acknowledges some of Iowa’s own history with institutionalization and progress with disability rights, and places Bill’s story in the context of the historic treatment of people with disabilities. The exhibit not only tells how Bill’s life embodied the disability practices and perspectives of his time, but also how the national prominence of his life story helped America make progress toward better understanding and treatment of people with disabilities.</p><p>Curated by Jen Knights and Brad Ferrier, the exhibit&nbsp;features artifacts, documents, and ephemera from Bill’s life as well as ways for visitors to contribute stories about their own experiences with disability.</p><p><strong>MAIN LIBRARY GALLERY HOURS:</strong></p><p><strong>Monday:&nbsp;</strong>9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Tuesday:</strong> 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.<br><strong>Wednesday:</strong> 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Thursday:&nbsp;</strong>9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Friday:</strong> 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Saturday:</strong> 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.<br><strong>Sunday:</strong> 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.</p><p><strong>Admission is always FREE. The exhibition will be open August 21 - December 19, 2023.</strong><br>Please note that the Main Library Gallery will be closed on the following University of Iowa holidays during the fall: Sept. 4 (Labor Day), Nov. 23-24 (Thanksgiving)</p><p><em>Because the Main Library Gallery is an educational space on campus, there may occasionally be classes visiting during open hours. Thank you for your understanding.</em></p><p>The easiest way to access the Main Library Gallery is via the north entrance of the Main Library. Find parking options here: <a href="http://lib.uiowa.edu/locations/main/parking">lib.uiowa.edu/locations/main/parking</a></p><p><em>Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Sara Pinkham in advance at 319-467-1805 or sara-pinkham@uiowa.edu</em> </p> 2023-10-04 18:00:00 -0500

  10/04/23 @ 9:00 a.m.

  9:00 a.m.

  Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa Libraries

  Iowa City

• Diversity, Equity, Inclusion Workshop

  <p><strong>Wednesdays, October 4-11, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Room 302 at the Iowa City Senior Center</strong></p><p><a href="http://apm.activecommunities.com/iowacityseniorcenter/Activity_Search/17315" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Register online</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;or call 319-356-5220&nbsp;</strong></p><p><em>Facilitators: Anne Spencer, Diana Henry, Bea Hicks, Paula Vaughan&nbsp;</em></p><p>This workshop will explore social justice issues by providing resources and facilitating discussions to better understand varied life experiences as they relate to white privilege and racism. Our sessions include videos, readings, and discussion to raise awareness of the role of white privilege in society. Participants will reflect on why and how one perceives and reacts to others, explore the effects of systemic racism, identify the impediments to social justice in our community, and consider actions to make a difference. This program is offered by the League of Women Voters of Johnson County in partnership with TRAIL of Johnson County.</p> 2023-09-08 12:00:00 -0500

  10/04/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Iowa City Senior Center

  Iowa City

• Art Bites, "Adam Rake: World Lines," Free

  <p>Join us for an Art Bites with artist Adam Rake as he discusses his new exhibition, Adam Rake: World Lines. </p> 2023-09-23 13:00:00 -0500

  10/04/23 @ 12:00 p.m.

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

• Adam Rake: World Lines

  <h5>Adam Rake: World Lines</h5><p>September 9, 2023 – January 7, 2024</p><p>Iowa City artist Adam Rake explores the complex ways in which the meaning of a work of art changes over time as technology and culture evolve. &nbsp;To convey this theme, Rake draws on the precedent of historical artworks but filters them through his own unique lens. &nbsp;He utilizes his printmaking experience to distort, alter, and augment the original images into something entirely new. &nbsp;Through these works, he considers the ever-changing relationship between contemporary culture and the work of art. &nbsp;</p> 2023-10-04 16:00:00 -0500

  10/04/23 @ 12:00 p.m.

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

• Queer Elders

  <p>28 S. Linn St, Iowa City, IA 52240&nbsp;</p><p>319-356-5220&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>This is a social group for LGBTQ elders to come together, share stories, and find community. In addition to organizing social activities for members, the group supports the LBGTQ Iowa Archives and Library through collecting oral histories and gathering materials for the archive. For members who have the interest, there are also opportunities for sharing our experiences with the wider community.</p> 2023-08-29 15:00:00 -0500

  10/04/23 @ 2:00 p.m.

  2:00 p.m.

  Iowa City Senior Center

  Iowa City

• Beginning Ukulele Class

  <p>Learn to play the ukulele! This class is geared toward adults and will teach the basics of ukulele chords, strumming, and melody. You'll come away with several songs under your fingers and the ability to figure out more on your own. Learn more &nbsp;<a href="https://mymusiconthemove.com/ukulele-classes/">https://mymusiconthemove.com/ukulele-classes/</a></p> 2023-07-25 18:30:00 -0500

  10/04/23 @ 5:30 p.m.

  5:30 p.m.

  Hiawatha Parks and Recreation

  Hiawatha

• Hey Buddy, I'm Bill

  <p>On display now in the Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa Libraries:</p><p><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/hey-buddy-im-bill/"><em>Hey Buddy, I’m Bill&nbsp;</em></a>tells the story of Bill Sackter, the namesake of Wild Bill’s (formerly Wild Bill’s Coffee Shop) in the University of Iowa School of Social Work. From his early life in Minneapolis to his 44-year institutionalization for an intellectual disability to his years of friends and fame in Iowa City, the exhibit shares a glimpse into Bill’s life and legacy. The exhibit also acknowledges some of Iowa’s own history with institutionalization and progress with disability rights, and places Bill’s story in the context of the historic treatment of people with disabilities. The exhibit not only tells how Bill’s life embodied the disability practices and perspectives of his time, but also how the national prominence of his life story helped America make progress toward better understanding and treatment of people with disabilities.</p><p>Curated by Jen Knights and Brad Ferrier, the exhibit&nbsp;features artifacts, documents, and ephemera from Bill’s life as well as ways for visitors to contribute stories about their own experiences with disability.</p><p><strong>MAIN LIBRARY GALLERY HOURS:</strong></p><p><strong>Monday:&nbsp;</strong>9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Tuesday:</strong> 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.<br><strong>Wednesday:</strong> 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Thursday:&nbsp;</strong>9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Friday:</strong> 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Saturday:</strong> 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.<br><strong>Sunday:</strong> 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.</p><p><strong>Admission is always FREE. The exhibition will be open August 21 - December 19, 2023.</strong><br>Please note that the Main Library Gallery will be closed on the following University of Iowa holidays during the fall: Sept. 4 (Labor Day), Nov. 23-24 (Thanksgiving)</p><p><em>Because the Main Library Gallery is an educational space on campus, there may occasionally be classes visiting during open hours. Thank you for your understanding.</em></p><p>The easiest way to access the Main Library Gallery is via the north entrance of the Main Library. Find parking options here: <a href="http://lib.uiowa.edu/locations/main/parking">lib.uiowa.edu/locations/main/parking</a></p><p><em>Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Sara Pinkham in advance at 319-467-1805 or sara-pinkham@uiowa.edu</em> </p> 2023-10-05 18:00:00 -0500

  10/05/23 @ 9:00 a.m.

  9:00 a.m.

  Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa Libraries

  Iowa City

• Zumbini: An Active Movement and Music Class

  <p>Created by Zumba and BabyFirst for kids ages 0-4, the Zumbini program combines music, dance, and educational tools for 30 minutes of can’t-stop, won’t-stop bonding, learning, and fun.</p> 2023-09-21 10:30:00 -0500

  10/05/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Ladd Library

  Cedar Rapids

• Fresh Conversations

  <p><strong>Thursday, October 5, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Room 305&nbsp;</strong></p><p><a href="http://apm.activecommunities.com/iowacityseniorcenter/Activity_Search/17281" rel="noopener noreferrer" target="_blank"><strong>Register online</strong></a><strong>&nbsp;or call 319-356-5220&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>Presenter: Linn County Public Health</strong></p><p>In this program you will learn about healthy, affordable meal ideas and how to stay active and have fun. We will also try a tasty recipe. Fresh Conversations is a free education program and friendly group discussion that shares tips and sensible solutions to everyday problems that get in the way of doing what most people want to do: eat well and live well!</p> 2023-09-15 12:00:00 -0500

  10/05/23 @ 11:00 a.m.

  11:00 a.m.

  Iowa City Senior Center

  Iowa City

• Adam Rake: World Lines

  <h5>Adam Rake: World Lines</h5><p>September 9, 2023 – January 7, 2024</p><p>Iowa City artist Adam Rake explores the complex ways in which the meaning of a work of art changes over time as technology and culture evolve. &nbsp;To convey this theme, Rake draws on the precedent of historical artworks but filters them through his own unique lens. &nbsp;He utilizes his printmaking experience to distort, alter, and augment the original images into something entirely new. &nbsp;Through these works, he considers the ever-changing relationship between contemporary culture and the work of art. &nbsp;</p> 2023-10-05 20:00:00 -0500

  10/05/23 @ 12:00 p.m.

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

• Environmental Film Series: Listening to Mother Earth Through Films: 2040

  <p><strong>Thursdays, October 5-26, 3:00 pm&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Room 302 at the Iowa City Senior Center</strong></p><p>Each week we will watch a film followed by a short discussion facilitated by volunteers from the 100 Grannies for a Livable Future.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Oct 5: 2040 -</strong> Concerned about his young daughter's future, filmmaker Damon Gameau travels the world in search of new approaches and solutions to climate change.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Oct 12: A Plastic Ocean -</strong> This film documents the global effects of plastic pollution and highlights workable technologies and innovative solutions that everyone, from governments to individuals, can do to create a cleaner and greener ocean.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>Oct 19: Oceans: The Mystery of the Missing Plastic</strong> 99% of the plastic that should be floating in the oceans is missing. In this investigation, scientists embark in search of the micro-plastics. Small, mostly invisible, toxic, they are home to a new ecosystem: the plastisphere. But where are they? Ingested by organisms? Buried under the ocean floor? Degraded by bacteria? And what is the impact of them entering the food chain?&nbsp;</p><p><strong>October 26: Living the Change: Inspiring Stories for a Sustainable Future&nbsp;</strong>- A feature-length documentary that explores solutions to the crises we face today through the inspiring stories of people living in a more sustainable way.&nbsp;</p> 2023-09-08 17:00:00 -0500

  10/05/23 @ 3:00 p.m.

  3:00 p.m.

  Iowa City Senior Center

  Iowa City

• Hey Buddy, I'm Bill

  <p>On display now in the Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa Libraries:</p><p><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/hey-buddy-im-bill/"><em>Hey Buddy, I’m Bill&nbsp;</em></a>tells the story of Bill Sackter, the namesake of Wild Bill’s (formerly Wild Bill’s Coffee Shop) in the University of Iowa School of Social Work. From his early life in Minneapolis to his 44-year institutionalization for an intellectual disability to his years of friends and fame in Iowa City, the exhibit shares a glimpse into Bill’s life and legacy. The exhibit also acknowledges some of Iowa’s own history with institutionalization and progress with disability rights, and places Bill’s story in the context of the historic treatment of people with disabilities. The exhibit not only tells how Bill’s life embodied the disability practices and perspectives of his time, but also how the national prominence of his life story helped America make progress toward better understanding and treatment of people with disabilities.</p><p>Curated by Jen Knights and Brad Ferrier, the exhibit&nbsp;features artifacts, documents, and ephemera from Bill’s life as well as ways for visitors to contribute stories about their own experiences with disability.</p><p><strong>MAIN LIBRARY GALLERY HOURS:</strong></p><p><strong>Monday:&nbsp;</strong>9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Tuesday:</strong> 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.<br><strong>Wednesday:</strong> 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Thursday:&nbsp;</strong>9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Friday:</strong> 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Saturday:</strong> 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.<br><strong>Sunday:</strong> 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.</p><p><strong>Admission is always FREE. The exhibition will be open August 21 - December 19, 2023.</strong><br>Please note that the Main Library Gallery will be closed on the following University of Iowa holidays during the fall: Sept. 4 (Labor Day), Nov. 23-24 (Thanksgiving)</p><p><em>Because the Main Library Gallery is an educational space on campus, there may occasionally be classes visiting during open hours. Thank you for your understanding.</em></p><p>The easiest way to access the Main Library Gallery is via the north entrance of the Main Library. Find parking options here: <a href="http://lib.uiowa.edu/locations/main/parking">lib.uiowa.edu/locations/main/parking</a></p><p><em>Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Sara Pinkham in advance at 319-467-1805 or sara-pinkham@uiowa.edu</em> </p> 2023-10-06 18:00:00 -0500

  10/06/23 @ 9:00 a.m.

  9:00 a.m.

  Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa Libraries

  Iowa City

• First Fridays: Connection & Coffee - October

  <p><strong>Friday, October 6, 10:00-11:00 am</strong></p><p><strong>Location: 1st Floor Lobby&nbsp;</strong></p><p><strong>Host: LaTasha DeLoach&nbsp;</strong></p><p>Come meet with community organizations, volunteers, and members. We will come together on the first Friday of each month to socialize and have coffee. This is a great way to meet others in the community and make connections. Watch for details on specific host organizations in our email newsletter as each date approaches.</p> 2023-09-15 11:00:00 -0500

  10/06/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Iowa City Senior Center

  Iowa City

• Adam Rake: World Lines

  <h5>Adam Rake: World Lines</h5><p>September 9, 2023 – January 7, 2024</p><p>Iowa City artist Adam Rake explores the complex ways in which the meaning of a work of art changes over time as technology and culture evolve. &nbsp;To convey this theme, Rake draws on the precedent of historical artworks but filters them through his own unique lens. &nbsp;He utilizes his printmaking experience to distort, alter, and augment the original images into something entirely new. &nbsp;Through these works, he considers the ever-changing relationship between contemporary culture and the work of art. &nbsp;</p> 2023-10-06 16:00:00 -0500

  10/06/23 @ 12:00 p.m.

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

• First Friday Jazz- Road Scholars: The Music of Spyro Gyra

  <p>THE FIRST FRIDAY OF EVERY MONTH.</p><p>What better way to start each month, than an evening of jazz at the Opus Concert Café. Offering an eclectic mix of the Corridor’s best jazz soloists and ensembles, each month features a new musical talent and their tribute to the genre that has defied the eras.</p><p><br></p> 2023-09-08 19:00:00 -0500

  10/06/23 @ 5:00 p.m.

  5:00 p.m.

  Opus Concert Café

  Cedar Rapids

• Coffeehouse Night

  <p>Join the Marion Arts Council and your neighbors and friends for this fun event! </p> 2023-09-18 20:30:00 -0500

  10/06/23 @ 7:00 p.m.

  7:00 p.m.

  Lowe Park Arts & Environment Center

  Marion

• Jordan Hamilton with Akwi Nji

  <p>Jordan Hamilton with Akwi Nji at CSPS Hall on Friday, October 6, 2023 @ 8PM.</p><p>Cellist and vocalist Jordan Hamilton is a mix of mastery and maverick musicality; hip-hop influences, rhythmically layered, melodically robust. Driven by diversity, drawn to the cello's tone, cosmic strings calling souls home. Emotional energy crafted from integrity, immaterial and immortal, experienced at the speed of sound, with a bit of bounce, groove by the ounce, and all the jump you'll need to move. Akwi Nji is an interdisciplinary artist creating in words, voice, and visual art. Her work and words have appeared on stage from California's Wine Country to New York's Fashion Week and her collaborative partners include Emmy award-winning composers and nationally recognized videographers, musicians, dancers and choreographers, and photographers.</p><p>This is a General Admission seated show held in the theater of CSPS Hall. Doors will open 1 hour before showtime.</p><p>$16 Advance | $20 Door</p> 2023-09-13 23:00:00 -0500

  10/06/23 @ 8:00 p.m.

  8:00 p.m.

  CSPS Hall

  Cedar Rapids

• Hey Buddy, I'm Bill

  <p>On display now in the Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa Libraries:</p><p><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/hey-buddy-im-bill/"><em>Hey Buddy, I’m Bill&nbsp;</em></a>tells the story of Bill Sackter, the namesake of Wild Bill’s (formerly Wild Bill’s Coffee Shop) in the University of Iowa School of Social Work. From his early life in Minneapolis to his 44-year institutionalization for an intellectual disability to his years of friends and fame in Iowa City, the exhibit shares a glimpse into Bill’s life and legacy. The exhibit also acknowledges some of Iowa’s own history with institutionalization and progress with disability rights, and places Bill’s story in the context of the historic treatment of people with disabilities. The exhibit not only tells how Bill’s life embodied the disability practices and perspectives of his time, but also how the national prominence of his life story helped America make progress toward better understanding and treatment of people with disabilities.</p><p>Curated by Jen Knights and Brad Ferrier, the exhibit&nbsp;features artifacts, documents, and ephemera from Bill’s life as well as ways for visitors to contribute stories about their own experiences with disability.</p><p><strong>MAIN LIBRARY GALLERY HOURS:</strong></p><p><strong>Monday:&nbsp;</strong>9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Tuesday:</strong> 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.<br><strong>Wednesday:</strong> 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Thursday:&nbsp;</strong>9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Friday:</strong> 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Saturday:</strong> 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.<br><strong>Sunday:</strong> 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.</p><p><strong>Admission is always FREE. The exhibition will be open August 21 - December 19, 2023.</strong><br>Please note that the Main Library Gallery will be closed on the following University of Iowa holidays during the fall: Sept. 4 (Labor Day), Nov. 23-24 (Thanksgiving)</p><p><em>Because the Main Library Gallery is an educational space on campus, there may occasionally be classes visiting during open hours. Thank you for your understanding.</em></p><p>The easiest way to access the Main Library Gallery is via the north entrance of the Main Library. Find parking options here: <a href="http://lib.uiowa.edu/locations/main/parking">lib.uiowa.edu/locations/main/parking</a></p><p><em>Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Sara Pinkham in advance at 319-467-1805 or sara-pinkham@uiowa.edu</em></p> 2023-10-07 17:00:00 -0500

  10/07/23 @ 1:00 p.m.

  1:00 p.m.

  Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa Libraries

  Iowa City

• We Are The Willows

  <p>We Are The Willows at CSPS Hall on Saturday, October 7, 2023 @ 8PM.</p><p><br></p><p>We Are The Willows is the project of Minneapolis based singer/songwriter/producer Peter M. His unique countertenor voice is often supported by Jeremiah Sattarthwaite (guitar), Travis Collins (bass/voice), Hilary James (cello/voice), and Josh McKay (drums). Whether as a band or a solo artist, We Are The Willows crafts dynamic songs with contemplative air. The songs cover a lot of conceptual ground: from family history to modern social life and personal identity. In the summer of 2020, the band released their third full length record: <em>Who We Are &amp; Where We Are Now</em>. This album finds the band with more clarity, consideration, and sense of self. These songs are about processing depression, anxiety, the nature of love, and identity. This album is a testament to getting better for the people and things you love. It's an acceptance that there is no arrival point, there's only who we are &amp; where we are now.</p><p><br></p><p>This is a General Admission seated show held in the theater of CSPS Hall. Doors will open 1 hour before showtime.</p><p><br></p><p>$17 Advance | $21 Door</p> 2023-09-13 23:00:00 -0500

  10/07/23 @ 8:00 p.m.

  8:00 p.m.

  CSPS Hall

  Cedar Rapids

• Get Outside! An Outdoor Rec Fest

  <p>Get Outside with us! You're invited to Get Outside!- An Outdoor Recreation Festival. This new festival will take place from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. on Sunday, Oct. 8, 2023, at City Park in Iowa City. Get Outside! will highlight the many opportunities our natural landscapes provide through various outdoor recreational and wellness activities. Attendees will have the chance to engage in a wide range of hands-on experiences, try something new, and be inspired to get outside! There is no fee to attend this event and all are welcome.</p><p>Recreate with regional experts and learn new skills!<br>Attendees can try their hand at the following:</p><p>- Cycling and bike maintenance demos<br>- Kayaking &amp; canoeing on the Iowa River<br>- Fishing<br>- Archery<br>- Rock climbing<br>- Strider bike racing and obstacles course<br>- Plein air painting<br>- Survival skills, such as shelter building &amp; campfire cooking<br>- Yoga in the park<br>- Wildlife meet &amp; greets<br>- Guided bird walks<br>- Disc Golf<br>- Kite flying<br>- Horseshoes<br>- Camping set-up &amp; gear testing<br>- Sand volleyball<br>- &amp; More</p><p>For additional details about these events, visit&nbsp;<a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.icgov.org%2FGO%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0z1uODGhWwOpy-Kwc7UnRCSQ90uQwOtH1etr-DXm8oN6JFowu6bj9Sb4o&h=AT2sodPb5TrdrHE3oqh9X7VKbwecsuNKCmAW64NZcF0fOcMYfYgRB_c98jU86J4JXWV8yZJ8L2lFLTPTDRLNcSq3JQ1T8KN3Q8fZlBP_FrJ1btV87HbdHR6DAuBMMtOhvuD4D28r6w&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT2xwUE6RUhmGmt5rkzLylR0BLTO6VPMX9K8Bs6LaruRxlZlnKd722_9KEIVsgNr0dxpxbrZmfOTevXRy8FqDIjf-LXnIeZVICw4aApQJ8aVNBh9_6Bsrlrj21oyuxJi9NaciRTdSN7oUQIeTfB9-eoO-P6N" rel="nofollow noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">www.icgov.org/GO</a>.</p><p>Music in the Park:<br>Bring your dancing shoes (or hiking boots) and enjoy a live performance by Dave Zollo &amp; the Body Electric from 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.</p><p>Fuel Your Adventure:<br>Local food trucks and food vendors will be on-site from 10 a.m. through 2 p.m. to make sure participants are fueled for their adventures throughout the day. Come for breakfast and stay for lunch! Choose from a variety of vendors, including Caribbean Kitchen, Dr. Skewer, Lunas's Tacos, Nomadic Foods, and Snacky Mini Mart.</p><p>Supporting Partners:<br>This event is possible due to our participating partner organizations including: World of Bikes, The University of Iowa Recreational Services, Johnson County Conservation, Iowa Department of Natural Resources, Iowa City Bird Club, United Action for Youth, Iowa River Disc Golf Club, Bicyclists of Iowa City, ArtiFactory, Bike Iowa City, Parkrun, Raptology, Grow: Johnson County, and more. Additional information will continue to be announced as the event approaches, so stay tuned and get ready for adventure!</p><p>Find Out More and Get Involved</p><p>Stay tuned for more details by following Iowa City Parks and Recreation on Facebook, Instagram, and by visiting our website at&nbsp;<a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FICGov.org%2FGO%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0Xx_sjSHgb2TtgunhWaYVsCDP47L3fveBvBvnVvdN3OTzQ9tx43oTZENY&h=AT2KnvO8yNQZTEMDSanhSBtZ5MkI8_9rbUGdQYQtwT4HTSiXhLNhJB_aDOUi15wn9hWiHjgH85hdA_HAatjpjtG4DANcJMq3gduaaVuCbnAxTbhCMDDeLClOYFEP9JUrUNSmwnxJPQ&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT2xwUE6RUhmGmt5rkzLylR0BLTO6VPMX9K8Bs6LaruRxlZlnKd722_9KEIVsgNr0dxpxbrZmfOTevXRy8FqDIjf-LXnIeZVICw4aApQJ8aVNBh9_6Bsrlrj21oyuxJi9NaciRTdSN7oUQIeTfB9-eoO-P6N" rel="nofollow noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">ICGov.org/GO</a>.&nbsp;</p><div tabindex="0">See less</div> 2023-09-20 14:00:00 -0500

  10/08/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Lower City Park

  Iowa City

• Adam Rake: World Lines

  <h5>Adam Rake: World Lines</h5><p>September 9, 2023 – January 7, 2024</p><p>Iowa City artist Adam Rake explores the complex ways in which the meaning of a work of art changes over time as technology and culture evolve. &nbsp;To convey this theme, Rake draws on the precedent of historical artworks but filters them through his own unique lens. &nbsp;He utilizes his printmaking experience to distort, alter, and augment the original images into something entirely new. &nbsp;Through these works, he considers the ever-changing relationship between contemporary culture and the work of art. &nbsp;</p> 2023-10-08 16:00:00 -0500

  10/08/23 @ 12:00 p.m.

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

• Hey Buddy, I'm Bill

  <p>On display now in the Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa Libraries:</p><p><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/hey-buddy-im-bill/"><em>Hey Buddy, I’m Bill&nbsp;</em></a>tells the story of Bill Sackter, the namesake of Wild Bill’s (formerly Wild Bill’s Coffee Shop) in the University of Iowa School of Social Work. From his early life in Minneapolis to his 44-year institutionalization for an intellectual disability to his years of friends and fame in Iowa City, the exhibit shares a glimpse into Bill’s life and legacy. The exhibit also acknowledges some of Iowa’s own history with institutionalization and progress with disability rights, and places Bill’s story in the context of the historic treatment of people with disabilities. The exhibit not only tells how Bill’s life embodied the disability practices and perspectives of his time, but also how the national prominence of his life story helped America make progress toward better understanding and treatment of people with disabilities.</p><p>Curated by Jen Knights and Brad Ferrier, the exhibit&nbsp;features artifacts, documents, and ephemera from Bill’s life as well as ways for visitors to contribute stories about their own experiences with disability.</p><p><strong>MAIN LIBRARY GALLERY HOURS:</strong></p><p><strong>Monday:&nbsp;</strong>9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Tuesday:</strong> 9 a.m. – 8 p.m.<br><strong>Wednesday:</strong> 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Thursday:&nbsp;</strong>9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Friday:</strong> 9 a.m. – 6 p.m.<br><strong>Saturday:</strong> 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.<br><strong>Sunday:</strong> 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.</p><p><strong>Admission is always FREE. The exhibition will be open August 21 - December 19, 2023.</strong><br>Please note that the Main Library Gallery will be closed on the following University of Iowa holidays during the fall: Sept. 4 (Labor Day), Nov. 23-24 (Thanksgiving)</p><p><em>Because the Main Library Gallery is an educational space on campus, there may occasionally be classes visiting during open hours. Thank you for your understanding.</em></p><p>The easiest way to access the Main Library Gallery is via the north entrance of the Main Library. Find parking options here: <a href="http://lib.uiowa.edu/locations/main/parking">lib.uiowa.edu/locations/main/parking</a></p><p><em>Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Sara Pinkham in advance at 319-467-1805 or sara-pinkham@uiowa.edu</em></p> 2023-10-08 17:00:00 -0500

  10/08/23 @ 1:00 p.m.

  1:00 p.m.

  Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa Libraries

  Iowa City

• The Groove Garden Open Jam

  <p>The Ideal Theater &amp; Bar is proud to present THE GROOVE GARDEN, an open jam with hosts Craig Erickson on guitar, Evan Stock on drums and Alex Geiger on bass.</p><p>The Groove Garden Open Jam begins at 5PM on Sundays and is OPEN TO EVERYONE, all ages, all musical styles, regardless of skill level. WE JUST WANT YOU TO GET UP THERE AND PLAY (or sing)!! We can't wait to see what grows in our Groove Garden!!</p><p>$5 free will donation</p> 2023-10-08 21:00:00 -0500

  10/08/23 @ 5:00 p.m.

  5:00 p.m.

  The Ideal Theater & Bar

  Cedar Rapids