Jugglers master art through practice at Iowa City events
In Iowa City, the Juggalos juggle rings balls knives and clubs amid River Fest and Exodus Music Festival. Members emphasize practice over innate skill and note fire performances draw crowd attention while many shows rely on nonflaming juggling. Ben Reardon and others describe progress and patience in learning new tricks.
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Dressapalooza Sews Retro Style for School Fundraiser
English Valleys High School hosts Dressapalooza from 1 to 4 p.m. at the gymnasium 765 W Broad St. Admission is free. Proceeds benefit the junior prom and Tri-County’s textiles class with about 1000 dresses available. Bruns notes 70s and 80s looks attract buyers, including ornate 1980s garments with beads and lace.
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Lincoln silhouette project from 1940s Coralville school
A Johnson County history feature recalls a 1940s Lincoln silhouette made by Joan Jindrich of West Branch at Old Coralville School. The piece hangs on a red white and blue shield and reflects a broader daily presence of Lincoln and Washington portraits in early 20th century rural classrooms.
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Lincoln Log design contest raises funds for Iowa City Library
Project Lincoln Log at the Iowa City Public Library raised 4275 from a Feb 6 competition. Ten teams built structures from Lincoln Logs in one hour. top prizes include Replica of 100 Acre Wood and Linn Street Place Condominiums. Structures will be on display at 123 S Linn St through the month.
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