Summer of the Arts

Jumanji: The Next Level
2020-08-29 21:00 - 23:15 (America/Chicago) | Iowa City Municipal Airport, 1801 Riverside Dr., Iowa City, 52246
Movie sponsored by: ServPro
Run time: 2 hr 3 min
Rating: PG-13
Starring: Dwayne Johnson, Karen Gillan, Kevin Hart, Jack Black, Nick Jonas
Plot: When Spencer goes back into the fantastical world of Jumanji, pals Martha, Fridge and Bethany re-enter the game to bring him home. But the game is now broken — and fighting back. Everything the friends know about Jumanji is about to change, as they soon discover there’s more obstacles and more danger to overcome.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=rBxcF-r9Ibs
The waitlist has now closed.
NOTE: Movies during the month of August will take place at the Iowa City Municipal Airport, drive-in style. Space is limited, so you MUST register.

Virtual Concert: Brass Tower
2020-09-04 19:00 - 20:00 | IA
Thanks to the City of Hills for the use of their band shell, Alex Body for sound production, and City Channel 4 for recording!
This performance can be viewed on our Facebook page.
Sponsored by: TIAA

About: Brass Tower is a traditionally composed brass quintet specializing in not-so-traditional music. The group focuses on playing a mix of funky, brassy arrangements of popular tunes and eclectic contemporary music ranging from electronic to jazz.

Contact Information:
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Other links: https://www.facebook.com/ICBrassTower/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=RfIBlMJZIsA

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Virtual Concert: Dave Zollo
2020-09-11 19:00 - 20:00 | IA
Thanks to the City of Hills for the use of their band shell, Alex Body for sound production, and City Channel 4 for recording!
This performance can be viewed on our Facebook page.
Sponsored by: Kim Schillig, Lepic-Kroeger Realtor

About: Since bursting onto the midwestern music scene with the band High and Lonesome in 1992, David Zollo has had a busy career. Along with constant touring, in the U.S and Europe, with High and Lonesome (1992-1998) and his current band, The Body Electric (1998-present) Zollo has recorded 7 records of his own material. Despite the many things Zollo has done during his career, it is as a live performer that many feel he’s at his best.

Contact Information:
Web: http://www.davezollo.com/
Other links: https://www.facebook.com/david.zollo/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBWcDyxS4LM

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Pandelirium at the Coralville Farmers' Market
2020-09-14 17:00 - 19:00 | Iowa River Landing, Iowa River Landing, Coralville, IA, 52241, United States
Listen to live music at the Coralville Farmers’ Market, which moves to the Iowa River Landing on September 14, 2020. Summer of the Arts is happy to partner with the Iowa River Landing to provide these musical performances.

About: The Pandelirium Steel Drum Band performs on instruments cut and hammered from 55-gallon oil barrels and their performances include a blend of musical styles ranging from traditional Calypsos and Soccas of Trinidad to Reggae, arrangements of popular songs, and jazz standards. They have performed at numerous venues in Iowa, including the Iowa City Jazz Festival, Iowa Corn Daze, the Marion Swamp Fox Festival, and RAGBRAI.

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Ace Jones at the Coralville Farmers' Market
2020-09-21 17:00 - 19:00 | Iowa River Landing, Iowa River Landing, Coralville, IA, 52241, United States
Listen to live music at the Coralville Farmers’ Market, which moves to the Iowa River Landing on September 14, 2020. Summer of the Arts is happy to partner with the Iowa River Landing to provide these musical performances.

About: Ace Jones is a singer-songwriter from Iowa who currently tours the country, performing at some of the biggest fairs and festival this country has to offer. His eclectic mix of original and covers are sure to capture the curiosity of all ages. Ace’s mix of music during his set can range from folk, pop, all the way to country or his favorite genre of punk rock. Ace’s smooth vocals can soothe your soul or get you dancing on your feet! He currently travels with his family in his motorhome looking for inspiration any way he can.

Contact Information:
Web: http://www.acejonesmusic.com/
Other links: http://facebook.com/acejonesmusic

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Pennies on the Rail at the Coralville Farmers' Market
2020-09-28 17:00 - 19:00 | Iowa River Landing, Iowa River Landing, Coralville, IA, 52241, United States
Listen to live music at the Coralville Farmers’ Market, which moves to the Iowa River Landing on September 14, 2020. To celebrate this change in venue, the City of Coralville and the Watts Group are sponsoring performances!

About: Pennies on the Rail consists of musicians Rus & Roxanne Schomers and Jeffrey & Cheli Morgan.

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Other links: https://www.facebook.com/Pennies-on-the-Rail-116782298396202/

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Hocus Pocus
2020-10-03 19:00 - 21:00 | IA
We have more movies to offer this season, thanks to GEICO and its GEICO Cares program!
Runtime: 1 hr 36 min
Rating: PG
Starring: Bette Midler, Sarah Jessica Parker, and Kathy Najimy
Plot: A curious youngster moves to Salem, where he struggles to fit in before awakening a trio of diabolical witches that were executed in the 17th century.
Trailer: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=OFm_2RyxXjQ
Registrations and the waitlist have both closed.
NOTE: Movies will take place at the Iowa City Municipal Airport, drive-in style. Space is limited, so you MUST register.

Dave Zollo at the Coralville Farmers' Market
2020-10-05 17:00 - 19:00 | Iowa River Landing, Iowa River Landing, Coralville, IA, 52241, United States
Listen to live music at the Coralville Farmers’ Market, which moves to the Iowa River Landing on September 14, 2020. To celebrate this change in venue, the City of Coralville and the Watts Group are sponsoring performances!

About: Since bursting onto the midwestern music scene with the band High and Lonesome in 1992, David Zollo has had a busy career. Along with constant touring, in the U.S and Europe, with High and Lonesome (1992-1998) and his current band, The Body Electric (1998-present) Zollo has recorded 7 records of his own material. Despite the many things Zollo has done during his career, it is as a live performer that many feel he’s at his best.

Contact Information:
Web: http://www.davezollo.com/
Other links: https://www.facebook.com/david.zollo/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBWcDyxS4LM

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Eat for the Arts at Marco's Grilled Cheese
2020-10-31 11:00 - 23:00 | Marco’s Grilled Cheese, 117 N. Linn St., Iowa City, IA, 52245, United States
Eat for the Arts at Marco’s on Saturday October 31! 10% of your purchase will go toward free arts events!

Eat for the Arts at Wildwood Smokehouse & Saloon
2020-11-05 11:00 - 23:00 | Wildwood Smokehouse & Saloon, 4919 Walleye Dr. SE, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Eat for the Arts at Wildwood on Thursday November 5! 10% of your purchase will go to free arts events!

Eat for the Arts at Z'Mariks Noodle Café
2020-11-10 10:30 - 19:30 | Z’Mariks Noodle Café, 19 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Eat for the Arts at Z’Mariks on Tuesday November 10! 15% of your purchase will support arts and cultural events in Iowa City.

Eat for the Arts with CHOMP Delivery
2020-11-16 09:00 - 23:00 | IA
It’s your choice! Eat for the Arts with CHOMP Delivery on Monday November 16. $1 from each order will go to free arts events.

Virtual Holiday Thieves Market
2020-12-05 10:00 - 2020-12-31 23:59 | IA
Due to the high rate of COVID in Iowa, we have moved the the Holiday Thieves Market onto a virtual platform.
Our online shop will feature artists working in various mediums and will run December 5 – December 31.
Online Thieves Market Hours:
Start time: Saturday December 5: 10:00 a.m.
End time: Thursday December 31: 11:59 p.m.

Click HERE to shop the Holiday Thieves Market!

Eat for the Arts at Dunn Brothers Coffee
2020-12-07 05:30 - 19:00 | Dunn Brothers Coffee, 3284 Crosspark Rd Ste A, Coralville, IA, 52241, United States
Support the arts this holiday season while enjoying a nice warm cup of coffee or cocoa! On December 7, 10% of your purchase will go toward arts and cultural events in the Iowa City area.

Eat for the Arts at Hamburg Inn
2020-12-10 09:00 - 15:00 | Hamburg Inn, 214 N Linn St, Iowa City, IA, 52245, United States
Tis the time for HUGE pancakes and holiday cheer! Celebrate and indulge while 10% of the total benefits FREE events in your community.

Eat for the Arts: Friday March 26
2021-03-26 16:00 - 2021-03-27 02:00 | Players Sports Bar & Grill, 219 Iowa Avenue, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Eat for the Arts at Players Sports Bar & Grill on Friday March 26. 15% of your purchase will help support free arts programming!

FLASHBACK Virtual Concert - Shade of Blue
2021-05-21 18:30 - 19:30 | IA
About: The Boys of Shade of Blue…Featuring Joan Ruffin & Anthony HendricksShade of Blue fans have been gyrating to the band’s hypnotic and infectious grooves in the Midwest for 35 years. Founded as a blues trio in 1989, Shade of Blue has evolved into one of the Iowa City area’s most beloved musical institutions as a featured act and as an opener for internationally acclaimed artists such as the Neville Brothers, Koko Taylor, and George Clinton. In 2021, Shade of Blue was inducted into the Iowa Rock ‘n Roll Music Association Hall of Fame.The Boys of Shade of Blue includes Dave Rosazza (vocals/guitar), Saul Lubaroff (saxophone/flute), Sean Seaton (vocals, keyboards), Ken Fullard (bass), Matt Bernemann (drums), Denny Ketelsen (organ), and Paul Cunliffe (percussion). The Boys will be joined by the sultry songstress Joan Ruffin, half of the amazing diva duo of Joan & Simone, and special guest Anthony Hendricks, lead singer from one of our favorite soul and R&B bands, FunkDaddies.The Boys of Shade of Blue… Featuring Joan Ruffin & Anthony Hendricks will feature musical tributes to the likes of Aretha Franklin, Stevie Wonder, Bill Withers, and Steely Dan, original Shade of Blue tunes, and a few surprises that will be sure to get audiences out of their seats and onto the dance floor!

Contact Information:
Web: http://www.shadeofblue.net/
Other links: https://www.facebook.com/iowacitysob/

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FLASHBACK Virtual Concert - Euforquestra
2021-05-28 18:30 - 19:30 | IA

The Croods: A New Age
2021-05-29 21:00 - 22:45 | Iowa City Municipal Airport, 1801 Riverside Dr., Iowa City, 52246
Sponsored by: CHOMP
Entertainment: Z102.9
Run time: 1hr 35min Rating: PG-13
Starring: Nicholas Cage, Emma Stone, Ryan Reynolds
Plot: Searching for a safer habitat, the prehistoric Crood family discovers an idyllic, walled-in paradise that meets all of its needs. Unfortunately, they must also learn to live with the Bettermans — a family that’s a couple of steps above the Croods on the evolutionary ladder. As tensions between the new neighbors start to rise, a new threat soon propels both clans on an epic adventure that forces them to embrace their differences, draw strength from one another, and survive together.
Watch the trailer HERE
Registration is full for this movie! We will post the registration form for our next drive-in, George of the Jungle, soon, so watch for it!
*Start times are an estimation based on sunset and are subject to change*

Virtual Concert - City High, West High and Liberty High Jazz Bands
2021-06-04 18:30 - 19:30 | IA
Sponsored by CHOMP

About: The City High Jazz Ensemble is the premier big band in the City High Jazz program. The band maintains an extensive performance calendar as they perform for concerts at City High, other performances in the Iowa City-Cedar Rapids corridor area, and jazz festivals in Iowa and Illinois. The City High Jazz Ensemble performs for the following events: the City High 4th Ave. Show Choir Winter Show, the City High Jazz Showcase (this year’s guest artist was trombonist/bari saxophonist Michael Dease) and the KCCK Corridor Jazz Project (this year’s guest artist was Kolbe Schnoebelen from the University of Northern Iowa). In addition, the band performs at the Liberty Jazz Festival, the Coe College Jazz Summit, the Jazz In The Meadows Festival (in Rolling Meadows, Illinois), the SEIBA District Jazz Festival and the Iowa Jazz Championships.

Contact Information:
Web: https://www.cityhighband.com/
Other links: https://www.facebook.com/CityHighBands
https://www.instagram.com/cityhighbands/
https://twitter.com/CityHighBands

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About: Iowa City West High School has three jazz bands with over 70 students involved. The Jazz Ensemble is a consistent participant in the Iowa Jazz Championships and regularly places in the top 8 4A bands in the state of Iowa. The jazz bands prepare four concerts throughout the year performing a wide variety of styles and genres of music. Recently, the jazz bands have performed at the Southeast Polk Jazz Invitational, LIberty Jazz Festival, Coe College Jazz Summit, Jazz in the Meadows, SEIBA Jazz Festival, and the Iowa Jazz Championships.

Contact Information:
Web: https://www.iowacityschools.org/Page/16912
Other links: https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=hwRtssvIlkU

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About: Liberty High School is in its 7th year of existence and already achieving great success as a music department. This year, Liberty hosted 28 Jazz Bands from around the state at the 6th Annual Liberty Jazz Festival, while the Liberty Jazz Band has had performances at the Iowa City Jazz Festival, Simpson Jazz Festival, Coe College Jazz Summit, and the SEIBA Jazz Festival. Additionally, the Jazz Ensemble has performed 4 concerts in the community with many Liberty alumni performing in and around the Corridor in groups of their own.

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Table to Table Fundraiser
2021-06-04 19:00 - 23:00 | Iowa City Municipal Airport, 1801 Riverside Dr., Iowa City, 52246
If you’ve been to one of our Free Movie Series events, then you will recognize the movie equipment! If you’ve been around our festivals at the end of the night, you will notice Table to Table volunteers collecting food from our food vendors.
We partnered with Table to Table on their annual fundraiser to combat food waste. More than a Meal: A Night at the Drive-In will show the documentary Wasted! The Story of Food Waste. Click HERE for more information.

Kevin Burt
2021-06-09 18:00 - 20:00 | IA
Locations:
6:00 p.m. – Coralville Swimming Pool Parking Lot, 1506 8th St. Coralville, IA 52241
7:00 p.m. – Quail Ridge Park, 921 W. Zeller St. North Liberty, IA 52317

About: For nearly 3 decades, Kevin Burt, Iowa Blues Hall of Fame member (class of 2019), has been mesmerizing audiences with his powerfully smooth and soulful vocal. Paired with his unique harmonica and guitar presentation along with his quick wit, Burt engages with his audience touching their souls while tickling their funny bones.

Contact Information:
Web: https://www.kevinburtmusic.com/
Other links: www.facebook.com/KevinBurtMusic
https://www.instagram.com/kevinburtsblues/
www.twitter.com/KevinBurtMusic

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Virtual Concert – The Wontu Trees
2021-06-11 18:30 - 19:30 | IA
Sponsored by Tru Art Color Graphics

About: The Wontu Trees are a collective out of Davenport, IA who bonded on their shared love of Jamaican reggae and dub music. Made up of members from The Candymakers, Rude Punch, and FireSale, the band crafts original reggae music made right here in the heartland.

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Other links: https://www.facebook.com/Doyouwontu/

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Young Frankenstein
2021-06-12 21:00 - 23:00 | Chauncey Swan Park, 405 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, 52240
This film is presented in partnership with FilmScene in the Park and the City of Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department.
Sponsored by: The Kirkwood Room and Faithful Companions
Run time: 1hr 46min Rating: PG
Starring: Gene Wilder, Madeline Kahn, Marty Feldman
Plot: Respected medical lecturer Dr. Frederick Frankenstein (Gene Wilder) learns that he has inherited his infamous grandfather’s estate in Transylvania. Arriving at the castle, Dr. Frankenstein soon begins to recreate his grandfather’s experiments with the help of servants Igor (Marty Feldman), Inga (Teri Garr) and the fearsome Frau Blücher (Cloris Leachman). After he creates his own monster (Peter Boyle), new complications ensue with the arrival of the doctor’s fiancée, Elizabeth (Madeline Kahn).
Watch the trailer HERE
*Start times are an estimation based on sunset and are subject to change*

Virtual Concert – Awful Purdies
2021-06-18 18:30 - 19:30 | IA
Sponsored by Shive-Hattery Inc.

About: Awful Purdies is a Folk-Americana collective of five multi-instrumental women, powered by seamless harmonies, banjo, accordion, cello, guitar, mandolin, and bass. The sound is an earnest nod to traditional American music, folk, old country, bluegrass, honky tonk, and soul.
The live performance experience is intimate, containing both humor and insight. On stage, Awful Purdies actively share gratitude and support of one another and take turns stepping up as lead singers and songwriters.
Since 2006, Awful Purdies have been raising families, telling women’s stories, advocating for human rights, and engaging with their communities in Eastern Iowa.

Contact Information:
Web: http://www.awfulpurdies.com/
Other links: https://www.facebook.com/AwfulPurdies/

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BYO Brass AND Kevin Boehnke
2021-06-19 18:30 | Northside Market Place, Market Street, Linn Street, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
About: Established in 2017, BYOBrass is a high-energy brass band consisting of 9 musicians from the University of Northern Iowa and Des Moines area. Playing music in styles ranging from funk, pop, R&B, Americana, jazz, and techno, the guys bring sassy and brassy fun to the stage. Our own members compose and arrange much of the music we perform, meaning we’ve always got something new and groovy to play!

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George of the Jungle
2021-06-19 21:15 - 23:00 | Iowa City Municipal Airport, 1801 Riverside Dr., Iowa City, 52246
Sponsored by: Relion Insurance
Entertainment: Dave Zollo
Run time: 1hr 32min Rating: PG
Starring: Brendan Fraser, Leslie Mann, Thomas Haden Church
Plot: George (Brendan Fraser) has raised himself since he was a baby and a plane crash stranded him in an African jungle. Now an adult, George has his first human contact in years when he rescues explorer Ursula Stanhope (Leslie Mann) from a lion. George and Ursula connect, and she leaves her fiancé, Lyle (Thomas Haden Church), and takes George back to San Francisco. But when George learns that his gorilla buddy has been captured, he and Ursula return on a rescue mission.
Watch the trailer HERE
REGISTER FOR THE MOVIE IS NOW CLOSED.
*Start times are an estimation based on sunset and are subject to change*

Dave Zollo
2021-06-23 18:00 - 20:00 | IA
Locations:
6:00 p.m. – N. Linn St. at Bloomington St. – near Pagliai’s Pizza, Oasis, Hamburg Inn, and Brix Wine and Cheese
7:00 p.m. – College Green Park, 600 E. College St. Iowa City, IA 52240

About: Since bursting onto the midwestern music scene with the band High and Lonesome in 1992, David Zollo has had a busy career. Along with constant touring, in the U.S and Europe, with High and Lonesome (1992-1998) and his current band, The Body Electric (1998-present) Zollo has recorded 7 records of his own material. Despite the many things Zollo has done during his career, it is as a live performer that many feel he’s at his best.

Contact Information:
Web: http://www.davezollo.com/
Other links: https://www.facebook.com/david.zollo/
https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=bBWcDyxS4LM

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Virtual Concert - Blake Shaw Trio + ADE
2021-06-25 18:30 - 19:30 | IA
Sponsored by Veridian Credit Union

About: “Blake Shaw is a double bassist and vocalist residing in Iowa City, IA where he received his Bachelors in Music in classical double bass performance as well as a Master of Arts degree in jazz studies at the University of Iowa. Shaw has thrived in Iowa City having played with many of the top artists which have taken him as far as Australia and as near as your living room. His main groups at the moment are the Blake Shaw Quintet, Thrio, Goose Town, and the Clinton St Trio.
Shaw writes original material and arranges familiar tunes in new ways with the help of some of the truest musicians Iowa can offer. In the Blake Shaw Quintet (BSQ) Shaw is able to explore new colors and concepts with a band full of composers. Nolan Schroeder (saxes) and Christopher Jensen (drums) both went to the University of Northern Iowa while Shaw met Ryan Smith (saxes, flute) and Dan Padley (guitar) at the U of I. Together they all recorded Shaw’s first vocal jazz album which is to be released in May 2019 called “it happened.” which contains all of his own arrangements of jazz standards played in a way you’ve never heard them played before. In The Blake Shaw Big(ish) Band (11 piece jazz big band) you’ll hear all of these musicians plus six more that include university professors, high school band directors, and more dear friends who just happen to be stellar jazz musicians. For more info on Blake please visit blakeshawbass.com or follow his Instagram @theeblakebass to keep in touch.”

Contact Information:
Web: http://blakeshawbass.com/
Other links: https://www.facebook.com/blakeshawbass/
https://www.youtube.com/user/blakewshaw

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About: ADE is a multi-instrumental singer/rapper from The Bronx. He went to the University of Iowa where he received his Bachelors in Biomedical Engineering. During his time there, he re-found his passion for music where he played in a number of bands, sung in a few choirs, and was president of his acapella group, Intersection. This spirit of collaboration stuck with him and lead to the creation of Michelin Astronomy; a joint EP with homie and fellow local musician, Jim Swim! This EP can be found on all streaming platforms.

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CANCELLED: From Here to Eternity
2021-06-26 21:00 - 23:00 | Chauncey Swan Park, 405 E Washington St, Iowa City, IA, 52240
Due to inclement weather, tonight’s showing has been cancelled.
This film is presented in partnership with FilmScene in the Park and the City of Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department.
Sponsored by Keystone IT
Run time: 1hr 58min Rating: Passed
Starring: Burt Lancaster, Montgomery Clift, Deborah Kerr
Plot: At an Army barracks in Hawaii in the days preceding the attack on Pearl Harbor, lone-wolf soldier and boxing champion “Prew” Prewitt (Montgomery Clift) refuses to box, preferring to play the bugle instead. Hard-hearted Capt. Holmes (Philip Ober) subjects Prew to a grueling series of punishments while, unknown to Holmes, the gruff but fair Sgt. Warden (Burt Lancaster) engages in a clandestine affair with the captain’s mistreated wife (Deborah Kerr).
Watch the trailer HERE
*Start times are an estimation based on sunset and are subject to change*
