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The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

The independent newspaper of the University of Iowa community since 1868

The Daily Iowan

Community members listened to a talk held at Big Grove Taproom on Wednesday, Jan. 17, 2018. Multiple researches from the University of Iowa used 3D mapping technology to scan beer caves on the north side of Iowa City. This lecture was a part of a series held by Big Grove, detailing the history of brewing in Iowa City. (Ben Allan Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Caroline Smith leaves Big Grove with listening ears and teary eyes.

Troy Aldrich, [email protected] February 19, 2018
Caroline Smith and Elizabeth Moen show was first Big Grove event to charge for tickets.
People walk the streets outside The Englert Theatre on Thursday, April 6, 2017. (Ben Allan Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Singer/songwriter Valerie June visits Englert

February 19, 2018
Valerie June, a soul/blues/folksinger and songwriter will perform at the Englert tonight.
Prairie Lights bookstore on Monday, Nov. 13, 2017. (David Harmantas/The Daily Iowan)

Maulsby aims to have a delectable discussion of her new book

February 15, 2018
Prairie Lights will host celebrated author Darcy Maulsby as she reads from her new book, *A Culinary History of Iowa*, at 7 p.m. Friday. Maulsby’s book ties together Iowan history, culture, and favorite recipes.
Rebellion: Takes a woman’s touch

Rebellion: Takes a woman’s touch

February 15, 2018
Jocelyn Cullity will read from her novel, *Amah and the Silk-Winged Pigeons*, at Prairie Lights at 2 p.m. Saturday. Cullity focuses on the Indian-African resistance against the British and how the people fight to save their beloved city.
People walk the streets outside The Englert Theatre on Thursday, April 6, 2017. (Ben Allan Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Second City brings its touring show, ‘Look Both Ways Before Talking,’ to the Englert

February 15, 2018
Second City will head to the Englert at 8 p.m. Friday and Saturday to present Look Both Ways Before Talking.
Prairie Lights will host a reading by Alessandra Lynch and Michael Tyrell for the series “Live from Prairie Lights” on Friday, Dec. 1. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Iowa biggest user of glyphosate; Gillam exposes its ties to cancer

Katie Goodale, [email protected] February 14, 2018
Carey Gillam will read from her new exposé, Whitewash: The Story of a Weed Killer, Cancer, and the Corruption of Science, at 7 p.m. today at Prairie Lights.
Finding proper closure in Theater Department's "Found"

Finding proper closure in Theater Department’s “Found”

Sarah Stortz, [email protected] February 14, 2018
It's been 20 years, and they're still asking one question: Who took their sister?
Kyla Lacey reads on love and empowerment at poetry competition

Kyla Lacey reads on love and empowerment at poetry competition

Katie Goodale, [email protected] February 14, 2018

The Campus Activities Board will host its first professional slam-poetry performance tonight. Kyla Lacey will share her empowering poetry and pass on wisdom to young Iowa writers as they participate...

Jason T.Lewis and his band's perform at Big Grove Brewery on Friday,Feb. 9th, 2018. (Gaoyuan Pan/The Daily Iowan)

Jason T. Lewis and Sad Iron Music Perform at Big Grove Brewery

Rhiana Chickering, [email protected] February 13, 2018
On Feb. 9 at Big Grove, Jason T. Lewis performed original music and covers of music classics as the audience members tapped their feet and hung on every lyric.
Joe Osheroff’s take on theatrical masks

Joe Osheroff’s take on theatrical masks

Sid Peterson, [email protected] February 11, 2018
Joe Osheroff, a Grant Wood Art Colony Fellow, will discuss the history and future of theatrical masks at a public lecture tonight.
Prairie Lights will host a reading by Alessandra Lynch and Michael Tyrell for the series “Live from Prairie Lights” on Friday, Dec. 1. (Ben Smith/The Daily Iowan)

Reimagining nonfiction with author Durga Chew-Bose

Joshua Balicki, [email protected] February 8, 2018
Author Durga Chew-Bose discusses the origin of her essay collection, Too Much and Not the Mood.
Postmodern Jukebox swings into Iowa City’s Englert

Postmodern Jukebox swings into Iowa City’s Englert

Sarah Stortz, [email protected] February 8, 2018
Sara Niemietz discusses her history working with Postmodern Jukebox before her Feb. 11 performance.