The world of Violet Austerlitz’s self-published comic The Satanic Mechanic first appeared in a short story. “The very, very early origins came from a little piece I wrote that was published in Little Village,” Austerlitz said in an interview in an Iowa City coffee shop. The piece, “What Happened to Violet Kubicek,” was published in […]
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Frugal Finds: Your guide to enjoying the after-happy hour in downtown Iowa City
In my years at the University of Iowa as an under-paid student employee, I developed a keen eye for the frugal finds of Iowa City’s downtown. As a young professional crawling out from under the pile of construction debris that I now realize is my student loan debt, I need even more drinks in a […]
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The Early Tears with Vic Pasternak: Lesson 6 — Traffic is the language of Babel
#1. You don’t have to know how the machinery of 30,000 whirring parts makes your car go vroom, but you should consider the physics at play. Velocity, friction, vector relationships and turning radii are all up for consideration. #2. Participation is mandatory. Science confirms this. #3. People live like they drive, and as such we […]
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Pro Tips with Wayne Diamante: How to stay safe online
Dear Wayne, I think I may be the subject of an identity theft. My email and Facebook accounts have been hacked and strange charges are showing up on my credit card. What do I do? Help! — Claire Dear Claire, If your identity has been stolen, the best thing to do is go underground. Change […]
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News of the Weird: Nude restaurant in London, wood tick racing, frog hospital, and height surgeries
Getting Fannies in the Seats The Bunyadi opened in London in June for a three-month run as the world’s newest nude-dining experience, and now has a reservation waiting list of 40,000 (since it only seats 42). Besides the nakedness, the Bunyadi creates “true liberation” (said its founder) by serving only food “from nature,” cooked over […]
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Dear Kiki: My best friend is married to a schmuck. Help?!
Questions about love and sex in the city of Iowa City can be sent to dearkiki@littlevillagemag.com (queries can also be sent anonymously using this form). Questions may be edited for clarity and length, and may appear either in print or online. Dear Kiki, I have a best friend who I have remained close to for […]
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Astrology forecast for July 6 – Aug. 2, 2016
CANCER (June 21-July 22): As I gaze into my crystal ball and invoke a vision of your near future, I find you communing with elemental energies that are almost beyond your power to control. But I’m not worried, because I also see that the spirit of fun is keeping you safe and protected. Your playful […]
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Album Review: MAIDS — These Days EP
MAIDS These Days EP www.thisismaids.com Danny Heggen and Mickey Davis are the Des Moines electronic pop band MAIDS. They’ve been collaborating since 2012 on singles and some inspired remixes for bands including Iowa artists Land of Blood and Sunshine and the Envy Corps. MAIDS latest release, a 5-track EP titled These Days, serves as a […]
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Interview: Super-blogger Jenny Lawson on writing honestly about mental health
An Evening with Jenny Lawson The Hotel at Kirkwood Center — Friday, July 8 at 8 p.m. Not long ago, several friends messaged me: “Have you read Jenny Lawson? You HAVE to read Jenny Lawson! You’ll love her!” I did what I usually do and ignored their advice. Then one of my book clubs selected […]
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Album Review: The Maytags — Love Lines
The Maytags Love Lines www.themaytags.com Seven-piece Des Moines band The Maytags continues their rise to the top of the modern soul scene with their full-length debut, Love Lines, out July 1. Frontman Dustin Smith told me in February that, when recording all in analog (as this album was done) there’s “no excuse not to have […]
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Election season miracle? Insane Clown Posse to perform in Iowa City this fall
Yes. It’s happening. Insane Clown Posse will perform at Iowa City’s Blue Moose Tap House on Friday, Oct. 28 at 5:30 p.m. Tickets will go on sale July 8. The Detroit-based rappers are heading to Iowa City to round out the second leg of their Riddle Box Tour, the group announced today to throngs of […]
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Banh Mi Amor brings specialty sandwiches to Iowa City Ped Mall
A new food cart has popped up on the late night scene downtown. Banh Mi Amor — operated and owned by Davenport restaurateur Greg Millsap — has set up shop on the Ped Mall, offering a choice of chicken or pulled pork banh mi sandwiches. Mills owns both a restaurant and food cart in Davenport […]
