Free Senior Day
all seniors age 60 and up receive free admission, as well as 10% off in the Museum Store; see our online calendar for optional tours and films; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Free Senior Day. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, June 5, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. CRMA Exhibition Celebration
celebrating "All that Jazz: Photographs by Carl Van Vechten and George T. Henry," "Mata Ortiz: Ceramics from the collection of Norman Sherman and Virginia Chambers Sherman," and "Strokes of Genius: American Impressionism and its Legacy"; Roots of Rhythm, sponsored by KCCK, will be playing during the reception; light refreshments will be served; free; for information, call 319-366-7503.
Event Title: CRMA Exhibition Celebration. Venue: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
Thursday, June 5, 2025, 5:00 PM – 6:30 PM.
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.
For more info visit www.crma.org. 2025 Iowa Arts Festival Fine Art Fair
thru June 8; featuring 112 fine artists representing 15 different states with artists coming from as far away as Florida; Fri. 5-8pm, Sat. 10am-7pm, Sun. 10am-4pm.
Event Title: 2025 Iowa Arts Festival Fine Art Fair. Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Friday, June 6, 2025.
Downtown Iowa City.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. Opening Reception for Sandra Dyas and Jamie Elizabeth Hudrlik: Double Vision
the exhibit brings together the compelling works of mother and daughter artists, Sandra Louise Dyas and Jamie Elizabeth Hudrlik, in a powerful visual dialogue that spans generations, mediums, and personal histories; with photography, video, and large-scale mixed media painting, the exhibition presents an immersive exploration of place, memory, and the emotional landscape of womanhood; 5:30pm doors, 6:15 artist talks; refreshments served; free; for information, call 563-590-2533.
Event Title: Opening Reception for Sandra Dyas and Jamie Elizabeth Hudrlik: Double Vision. Venue: Voices Studios.
Friday, June 6, 2025, 5:30 PM – 7:30 PM.
Voices Studios.
For more info visit voicesstudios.org. 2025 Iowa Arts Festival Fine Art Fair
thru June 8; featuring 112 fine artists representing 15 different states with artists coming from as far away as Florida; Fri. 5-8pm, Sat. 10am-7pm, Sun. 10am-4pm.
Event Title: 2025 Iowa Arts Festival Fine Art Fair. Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Saturday, June 7, 2025.
Downtown Iowa City.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. Dark Market
shop with more than 20 vendors and enjoy lunch by Corner Stop Catering.
Event Title: Dark Market. Venue: Wake Brewing Company.
Saturday, June 7, 2025, 12:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Wake Brewing Company.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Tie Dye Party
for information, call 309-519-7899.
Event Title: Tie Dye Party. Venue: Great River Brewery.
Saturday, June 7, 2025, 12:00 PM – 3:00 PM.
Great River Brewery.
For more info visit www.greatriver.beer. 2025 Iowa Arts Festival Fine Art Fair
thru June 8; featuring 112 fine artists representing 15 different states with artists coming from as far away as Florida; Fri. 5-8pm, Sat. 10am-7pm, Sun. 10am-4pm.
Event Title: 2025 Iowa Arts Festival Fine Art Fair. Venue: Downtown Iowa City.
Sunday, June 8, 2025.
Downtown Iowa City.
For more info visit summerofthearts.org. Mending Monday
drop in with any and all projects that need repairing and use our sewing machines and supplies; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Mending Monday. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Monday, June 9, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Clock, Inc. Art Auction
this event showcases incredible artwork generously donated by local artists and members of Clock's youth group; view the art up close, engage with fellow supporters, and make final bids, with all proceeds directly benefiting Clock, Inc.'s essential programming; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Clock, Inc. Art Auction. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, June 12, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Second Saturdays at the Figge
free admission on the second Saturdays of the month thanks to a $400,000 grant from the Art Bridges Foundation; these days will highlight the museum's comprehensive art education programming, such as exhibition tours, make-and-take art activities, performances, wellness activities, and more; guiding the art education programming for each second Saturday at the Figge will be a unique theme that infuses the day with distinct energy; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Second Saturdays at the Figge. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, June 14, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Adult Knitting Circle
whether you are in the middle of a project or looking to start something new, this club is open to anyone who wants to work on a fiber arts project among fellow crafters; select knitting needles, crochet hooks, yarns, and patterns will be available for use during the program; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Adult Knitting Circle. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, June 16, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Juneteenth Celebration in Partnership with the Lincoln Resource Center
join us to share in this holiday commemorating the emancipation of enslaved people in the United States.; this night will feature a performance by Jerry Johnson & the Community Choir and a screening of the 2022 documentary "Juneteenth: Faith and Freedom"; 5pm bar and light bites, 5:30pm choral performance, 6pm screening; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Juneteenth Celebration in Partnership with the Lincoln Resource Center. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, June 19, 2025, 5:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Janu Gems Trunk Show
June 27 & 28; wholesale beads, gemstones, and freshwater pearls; these items are higher end quality supplies for the avid beader; it is a rare opportunity to purchase wholesale, so we wanted to bring this beautiful opportunity to our customers; Janu Gems has offices in California, Athens, Greece, and Fairfield, Iowa; Fri. noon-6pm, Sat. 10am-6pm; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Janu Gems Trunk Show. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Friday, June 27, 2025, 12:00 PM – 6:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Gallery Opening: Bales & Pappageorge
held in conjunction with the exhibit of sculptural fashion by Judy Bales and fiber wall pieces by Louise Pappageorge; ttendees will have the opportunity to meet the artists and enjoy refreshments as they explore the gallery; free; for information, call 309-793-1213.
Event Title: Gallery Opening: Bales & Pappageorge. Venue: Quad City Arts Center.
Friday, June 27, 2025, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM.
Quad City Arts Center.
For more info visit www.quadcityarts.com. Janu Gems Trunk Show
June 27 & 28; wholesale beads, gemstones, and freshwater pearls; these items are higher end quality supplies for the avid beader; it is a rare opportunity to purchase wholesale, so we wanted to bring this beautiful opportunity to our customers; Janu Gems has offices in California, Athens, Greece, and Fairfield, Iowa; Fri. noon-6pm, Sat. 10am-6pm; for information, call 319-338-1566.
Event Title: Janu Gems Trunk Show. Venue: Beadology Iowa.
Saturday, June 28, 2025, 10:00 AM – 6:00 PM.
Beadology Iowa.
For more info visit beadologyiowa.com. Art at Heart Gala
the 18th-annual evening of elegance, excitement, and purpose benefiting the Figge Art Museum’s Education and Outreach Programs; bid on stunning original artwork and one-of-a-kind experiences during our thrilling live auction, savor gourmet food and signature cocktails, and celebrate with fellow art lovers and community champions; 5:30pm cocktails, 6:30pm dinner, 7:30pm program, 8pm auction; $165; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Art at Heart Gala. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, June 28, 2025, 5:30 PM – 10:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit www.figgeartmuseum.org. Free Senior Day
all seniors age 60 and up receive free admission, as well as 10% off in the Museum Store; see our online calendar for optional tours and films; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Free Senior Day. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, July 3, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Second Saturdays at the Figge
free admission on the second Saturdays of the month thanks to a $400,000 grant from the Art Bridges Foundation; these days will highlight the museum's comprehensive art education programming, such as exhibition tours, make-and-take art activities, performances, wellness activities, and more; guiding the art education programming for each second Saturday at the Figge will be a unique theme that infuses the day with distinct energy; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Second Saturdays at the Figge. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, July 12, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Mending Monday
drop in with any and all projects that need repairing and use our sewing machines and supplies; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Mending Monday. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Monday, July 14, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Adult Knitting Circle
whether you are in the middle of a project or looking to start something new, this club is open to anyone who wants to work on a fiber arts project among fellow crafters; select knitting needles, crochet hooks, yarns, and patterns will be available for use during the program; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Adult Knitting Circle. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, July 21, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. 2025 DBQFest
Aug. 2 & 3; for more than 40 years, DBQFest has been a cornerstone of Dubuque’s arts and culture scene, bringing together 60+ artists, live performances, hands-on activities, and thousands of visitors for a free two-day festival in the heart of downtown Dubuque.
Event Title: 2025 DBQFest. Venue: Washington Park.
Saturday, August 2, 2025.
Washington Park.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. 2025 DBQFest
Aug. 2 & 3; for more than 40 years, DBQFest has been a cornerstone of Dubuque’s arts and culture scene, bringing together 60+ artists, live performances, hands-on activities, and thousands of visitors for a free two-day festival in the heart of downtown Dubuque.
Event Title: 2025 DBQFest. Venue: Washington Park.
Sunday, August 3, 2025.
Washington Park.
For more info visit www.facebook.com. Free Senior Day
all seniors age 60 and up receive free admission, as well as 10% off in the Museum Store; see our online calendar for optional tours and films; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Free Senior Day. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, August 7, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Second Saturdays at the Figge
free admission on the second Saturdays of the month thanks to a $400,000 grant from the Art Bridges Foundation; these days will highlight the museum's comprehensive art education programming, such as exhibition tours, make-and-take art activities, performances, wellness activities, and more; guiding the art education programming for each second Saturday at the Figge will be a unique theme that infuses the day with distinct energy; free; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Second Saturdays at the Figge. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Saturday, August 9, 2025, 10:00 AM – 5:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org. Mending Monday
drop in with any and all projects that need repairing and use our sewing machines and supplies; free; for information, call 563-326-7832.
Event Title: Mending Monday. Venue: Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
Monday, August 11, 2025, 3:00 PM – 5:00 PM.
Davenport Public Library - Main Branch.
For more info visit www.davenportlibrary.com. Adult Knitting Circle
whether you are in the middle of a project or looking to start something new, this club is open to anyone who wants to work on a fiber arts project among fellow crafters; select knitting needles, crochet hooks, yarns, and patterns will be available for use during the program; free; for information, call 309-732-7323.
Event Title: Adult Knitting Circle. Venue: Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
Monday, August 18, 2025, 2:00 PM – 4:00 PM.
Rock Island Public Library - Downtown Library.
For more info visit www.rockislandlibrary.org. Free Senior Day
all seniors age 60 and up receive free admission, as well as 10% off in the Museum Store; see our online calendar for optional tours and films; for information, call 563-326-7804.
Event Title: Free Senior Day. Venue: Figge Art Museum.
Thursday, September 4, 2025, 10:00 AM – 8:00 PM.
Figge Art Museum.
For more info visit figgeartmuseum.org.