Bacon Queen dress highlights Iowa City Carnaval spectacle
Alison Gowans reports on Iowa City Carnaval as designer Elissa Gilbert crafts a Bacon Queen outfit from 66 feet of fabric for June 7. The event blends Iowa’s parade tradition with Caribbean roots, featuring elaborate costumes, community workshops, and international artistry.
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Carnaval costume workshops invite all to join in
May daily sessions 1 to 5 p m June to 5 p m sessions 1 to 9 p m room 210 Wesley Center 120 N Dubuque St Iowa City. Parade participants may craft costumes or join the procession to celebrate Carnaval art in the streets with community spirit.
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Community markets and trail event schedule across Iowa towns
Farmers markets run mornings at Ely Public Library Iowa City Chauncey Swan Parking Ramp and Marion City Square Park. A Linn County Trails event offers rides walks and play from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library with a $2 to $5 cost.
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