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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

Three last-minute gift ideas to save the date this Valentine’s Day

Three last-minute gift ideas to save the date this Valentine’s Day

Avi Lapchick, Arts Editor February 13, 2024

Here you are: It’s the big day, and you’re searching for a last-minute Valentine’s Day gift at the bottom of a Pringles can — metaphorically, I hope. Whether you and your significant other are...

Customers order Valentines Day themed desserts at Deluxe Cakes and Pastries in Iowa City on Sunday, Feb. 11, 2024. Deluxe, along with other Iowa City restaurants, implemented an exclusive Valentines Day menu in early February.

Iowa City restaurants show the ‘love’ of the season through a special Valentine’s menu

Madison Christenson, Arts Reporter February 13, 2024

The mirrors on the walls of DeLuxe Cakes and Pastries are now adorned with pink satin bows, its ceiling decorated with hanging hearts as the smell of desserts wafts through the air — it’s undeniably...

Magnus Wilson and Amanda Armstrong spend time together at The Green House in Iowa City on Monday, Feb. 12, 2024. Wilson and Amanda met on Tinder in 2021 and plan to get married this summer.

Dating apps like Tinder and Hinge can benefit some individuals on campus, but is detrimental to others

Caden Gantenbein, Arts Reporter February 13, 2024

When Iowa City resident Magnus Wilson imagined meeting the love of his life, he never expected it to happen through an app. To his surprise, it was through the likes of Tinder that he was connected to...

Review | Romance novelist Dolly Alderton’s ‘Good Material’ is perfect Valentine’s reading

Review | Romance novelist Dolly Alderton’s ‘Good Material’ is perfect Valentine’s reading

Isabelle Lubguban, Arts Reporter February 12, 2024

I was made aware of Dolly Alderton’s work through one of her books, “Everything I Know About Love,” which blew up on TikTok years after it was published in 2018. Alderton has since returned to...

Cole Sprouse greets people Sunday, May 28, 2023, before the 107th running of the Indianapolis 500 at Indianapolis Motor Speedway.

Review | ‘Lisa Frankenstein’ puts a horror spin on the classic romcom format

Charlie Hickman, Assistant Arts Editor February 11, 2024

The wonderfully weird comedy “Lisa Frankenstein” is sure to make for a perfect night out at the movies this Valentine’s Day. Traditional romantic comedies have been making a strong comeback...

Big Grove Brewery Marketing Production Manager Gabby Estlund poses for a portrait at Big Grove Brewery in Iowa City on Wednesday, Feb. 7, 2024. Estlund utilizes piercings, tattoos, hair dye, and tooth gems to express herself creatively. She likes the subtlety of tooth gems and gets excited when individuals notice them.

Tooth gems offer a unique form of personal style for Iowa City residents

Lily Czechowicz, Arts Reporters February 11, 2024

When Gabby Estlund started her position in marketing production at Big Grove Brewery, she struggled to differentiate between her professional and personal expression of creativity. As she speaks,...

Singer John Waite preforms on stage at the Englert Theatre in Iowa City on the evening Friday, Feb. 9.

‘80s legend John Waite brings his pop-rock sound to Englert Theatre

Kate Perez, Senior Reporter February 10, 2024

Before the doors to the house had even opened, pop-rock fans were crowded in the Englert Theatre’s lobby on Friday, ready to see the popular 1970s and ‘80s British rock singer John Waite.  In...

Shawn Lurkens speaks during a art gallery opening for formally incarcerated artists hosted by Inside Out Reentry at Public Space One in Iowa City on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024. My artwork is not free until I am, said Lurkens.

Photos: Formally incarcerated artists gallery

Cody Blissett, Photojournalist February 7, 2024

Inside Out Reentry hosted an art gallery for formally incarcerated artists at Public Space One in Iowa City on Friday, Feb. 2. Dozens of people showed up to look at art and listen to artists speak....

An attendee speaks with artist Jesse Miller during a art gallery opening for formally incarcerated artists hosted by Inside Out Reentry at Public Space One in Iowa City on Friday, Feb. 2, 2024.

Formerly incarcerated artists showcase art in Iowa City exhibit

Avi Lapchick, Arts Editor February 7, 2024

The text on the plaque card underneath Chris Martin’s artwork read “Created while incarcerated.” His pieces, handcrafted using only popsicle sticks, glue, and paint, were inspired by mementos...

Children work on shading their art pieces during an art class with Jennifer Black Reinhardt at Sidekick Coffee and Books on Monday, Feb. 5, 2024. Sidekick will host their fourth and final installment of the class on Feb. 12, 2024.

Children’s book illustrator Jennifer Reinhardt teaches kids how to tap into creativity

Isabelle Lubguban, Arts Reporter February 6, 2024

Jennifer Reinhardt knew from a young age she would grow up to pursue a career in the arts. Now as a professional illustrator, she recalls marveling when she was a child at the “Where the Wild Things...

Lyrah Huggins (left) and Bridget Greenwood (right) embrace during a performance of Matilda Jr. at the James Theater in Iowa City on Thursday, Feb. 1, 2024.

Children given opportunity for a breakout role in ‘Matilda Jr.’ at the James Theater

Caden Gantenbein, Arts Reporter February 6, 2024

When Eliza Durney, 10, and Bridget Greenwood, 10, are in their regular classroom settings, they normally wouldn’t confront a mean teacher. But as the alternating leads for the role of Matilda in Nolte...

Photo contributed Meagan Wolgast

Iowa City artists find empowerment through crochet

Lily Czechowicz, Arts Reporter February 6, 2024

A wall in Meagan Wolgast’s home office is covered in unique cross-stitch designs. One design depicts a Carnation Instant Breakfast box that reads “Instant Bit: Just add misogyny” as a response...

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