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Two notable theater productions start their runs this weekend, a notable author visits Des Moines and Dubuque descends upon the Mississippi River with dragons — in the form of boat races, that is. Tonight in Iowa City, Adam Knight and company at Riverside Theatre open their operatic comedy Scalia/Ginsburg. Over at CSPS Hall, Rich Heritage of Cedar Rapids Theatre is starting their production of the classic Steel Magnolias. In Des Moines, Beaverdale Books is hosting author Jodi Picoult at Franklin Junior High as the (often banned) author discusses her newest novel, By Any Other Name. Also in Des Moines, Vinyl Cup & Marv’s Records are hosting a record sidewalk sale. Stop by to browse through thousands of used vinyl records! Over in Dubuque, a tradition continues with the 36th annual Dubuque Dragon Boat Races. Groups from far and wide compete in the team sport of dragon boat paddle racing. Check the rest of the Weekender for more events in Central and Eastern Iowa.
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COMING UP
Scalia/Ginsburg
Iowa City | Riverside Theatre | Opens Thurs, Sept. 5, 7:30 p.m.
Scalia/Ginsburg is an operatic comedy by composer-librettist Derrick Wang, hailed as “a dream come true” by Justice Ruth Bader Ginsburg.
Bouquet + Khamsin Midwest Tour
Iowa City | Gabes | Thurs, Sept. 5, 7 p.m.
Bouquet (Iowa emo/melodic hardcore) and Khamsin (Nashville dream pop/post-rock) are embarking on a brief Midwest tour together.
Steel Magnolias at CSPS
Cedar Rapids | CSPS | Opens Fri, Sept. 6, 7:30 p.m.
Rich Heritage of Cedar Rapids Theatre Company is proud to present Steel Magnolias, a classic tale of friendship and loss.
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Artist Reception with Brant Weiland
Cedar Rapids | Kirkwood Community College | Thurs, Sept. 5, 3:30-5 p.m.
This reception at Iowa Hall Art Gallery kicks off an exhibition of artwork by Brant Weiland!
September First Friday
Des Moines | Mainframe Studios | Fri, Sept. 6, 5 p.m.
Join us for Five Floors of Fashion! There will be 20 featured artists including fashion designers, jewelry makers, and fiber artists. There will be a henna artist, interactive photo displays, and craft activities.
Meet the Author: Jodi Picoult
Des Moines | Franklin Junior High | Fri, Sept. 6, 6:30 p.m.
Author Jodi Picoult is coming to Des Moines and Beaverdale Books is thrilled to host her at Franklin Junior High Event Center.
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Record Sidewalk Progressive Sale
Des Moines | Vinyl Cup | Sat, Sept. 7, 10 a.m.
$1 Record Annual Sidewalk Progressive. Thousands and thousands of Used Vinyl Records. Some great titles in great condition, lots of hidden gems.
Our Big Fat Greek Festival
Rock Island | St George Greek Orthodox Church | Fri, Sept. 6, 4 p.m.
Get ready for a weekend of fine Greek cuisine, culture, music, dance, and fun for the entire family!
36th Dubuque Dragon Boat Festival
Dubuque | Riverview Park | Sat-Sun, Sept. 7-8
The Dubuque Dragon Boat Association will be hosting the 36th Annual Dubuque Dragon Boat Races at Riverview Park.
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