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It’s the middle of August, which means humid days, college students scrambling to move in, and as this edition of the Weekender proves, plenty of quality events throughout Iowa. The Moline-based shoegaze band The House Flies celebrates their new album with a show at the Raccoon Motel. A full lineup of performers is slated to perform at a benefit for Palestine at the Englert Theatre. If you’re in the mood for drinks and Iowa history, the Putnam Museum will feature UI professor and Davenport native Gates Thomas on “Davenport’s Twisted History” as part of its History on Tap lecture series on Thursday night.
The Weekender is sponsored by:
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Punk Show & Skate Competition
Iowa City | IC Skatepark | Fri, Aug 16, 6 p.m.
Skate park show – but with a permit this time. Bring your board and tricks and maybe win some cool prizes
Benefit for Palestine
Iowa City | The Englert | Thurs, Aug 15, 7:30 p.m.
We invite you to stand in solidarity with the Palestinian people, join the call for an end to the genocide in Gaza, and learn more about how to participate in ongoing efforts in our community to support Palestine.
Fairyland: A Disorderly Conduct Cabaret
Iowa City | The Englert | Fri, Aug 16, 8 p.m.
A Queer celebration between the Departments of Theatre Arts, Department of Dance, School of Music, and Performing Arts at Iowa.
GOLDPINE
Cedar Rapids | CSPS | Sun, Aug 18, 7 p.m.
Husband-wife duo GOLDPINE has been offering their own brand of bold harmony-driven Americana to audiences large and small.
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For Once in My Life
Des Moines | Noce | Aug 16, 7 p.m.
A new show from Napoleon Douglas highlighting Stevie Wonder, Luther Vandross, & more.
“Coexist” Gallery Talk
Des Moines | Des Moines Art Center | Thurs, Aug 15, 6 p.m.
Join NajLa Evans, curatorial intern and Laura Burkhalter, senior curator, for a gallery talk about the creation of the exhibition “Coexist.”
The Penguin Project Production of Disney’s Frozen Jr
Des Moines | The Playhouse | Aug 15 -18
The Penguin Project is a group of special needs artists who are joined on stage by a dedicated group of peer mentors—youths the same age without disabilities who have worked side-by-side with the artists through four months of rehearsals.
Me Like Bees
Des Moines | xBk | Sat, Aug 18, 7 p.m.
With asymmetrical song structures that can abruptly go from bouncy and light, to slow and heavy and back again, the listener is rewarded with an experience that is anything but dull.
History on Tap: Davenport’s Twisted History
Davenport | Putnam Museum | Thurs, Aug 15, 6 p.m.
Every third Thursday, we serve up fascinating talks on a variety of topics, all while you enjoy a cold brew or your favorite beverage.
Free Summer Concert Series
Davenport | Common Chord | Fri, Aug 16, 5 p.m.
Kick off your weekend every Friday all summer long at Common Chord! This Friday 10 of Soul performs.
The House Flies – Nonnie Parry – Glurge – Mirabilia (6pm)
Davenport | Raccoon Motel | Sun, Aug 18, 6 p.m.
Concert with the post-punk shoegaze musicians in support of their new album “Mannequin Deposit,” featuring sets by Nonnie Parry, Glurge, and Mirabilia
Dimensional Woodstock Anniversary Weekend
Dubuque | Dimensional Brewing Company | Aug 16-18
The Dimensional Woodstock Anniversary Weekend is back and better than ever!
Monk’s Maker’s Market
Dubuque | Monk’s | Sun, Aug 18, 12 p.m.
This is the second out of three Monk’s Maker’s Markets in the 2024 season with doubled the amount of vendors in this one.
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