Come out and enjoy an afternoon of gaming and conversation with other LGBTQ+ gaymers, hosted by Press Coffee & Diversions! Choose from a wide selection of games and build community with new and familiar faces at Gaymers Gathering, every third Saturday of the month from 2-5PM. Diversions will have 40+ games to choose from, and […]
Are you looking to improve your English in a relaxed and supportive environment? Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, our ESL class is here to help you on your language journey. What to Expect:• Casual Atmosphere: Enjoy learning in a low-key, friendly setting.• Interactive Sessions: Practice speaking, listening, and understanding English […]
It's a series and a venue finale -- this is the last Puzzlepalooza of 2025 and the final Puzzlepalooza at Backpocket! Come and experience the hottest jigsaw puzzle competition in Iowa, from the creative minds of The Rook Room. Join Diversions on November 17th at Backpocket Brewing for an evening of speed-puzzling, befuddling sabotages, and […]
EAT, DRINK, AND TEASE YOUR BRAIN : Rally your team to win prizes each month! Music Bingo: Every 1st TuesdayTrivia Night: Every 3rd Tuesday
In Shallow Sea, a multi-layered puzzle board game inspired by the breathtaking beauty of the Great Barrier Reef, players create their own vivid ocean landscapes by strategically arranging an array of marine life, colorful fish, and corals. Unlike typical puzzle games in which pieces merely stack up, the elements in Shallow Sea can activate, deactivate, […]
HAWK TALK Every Wednesday During Hawkeye Football Season Join Vue Rooftop Wednesdays at 6:30 for the live 90-minute radio show: Hawk Talk with Kirk Ferentz, hosted by Gary Dolphin, the radio voice of the Iowa Hawkeyes. The Vue Rooftop kitchen and bar will be available during every show. You're welcome to order dinner during your […]
Pink Friday has nationally grown to become an annual event held each November with one mission... #SUPPORTSMALLFIRST before black Friday & before the big guys. Main Street West Branch is proud to join the Pink Friday Movement and we invite you to do the same by shopping our small businesses on Friday, November 21st.
Are you looking to improve your English in a relaxed and supportive environment? Whether you’re a beginner or looking to refine your skills, our ESL class is here to help you on your language journey. What to Expect:• Casual Atmosphere: Enjoy learning in a low-key, friendly setting.• Interactive Sessions: Practice speaking, listening, and understanding English […]
Dive into the world of Golarion as an agent of the Pathfinder Society, or perhaps give aid to the people of the Pact Worlds as part of Starfinder Society during Paizo Organized Play sessions at Diversions! These open role-playing sessions welcome players of all experience levels, and with the option to join as your schedule […]
#SmallBizSaturday is November 29th and it's the perfect time to eat, shop & explore the small businesses in historic West Branch. Grab your friends and enjoy holiday shopping at the eclectic mix of gift shops, boutiques, and specialty shops featuring home décor, vintage, antiques, toys, handmade items and gifts for everyone on your list! Top […]
Join us on the last Sunday of each month for Sensory Friendly Night! This event is designed for families with members who experience sensory sensitivities, are on the autism spectrum, or who have any health needs that would make a quieter visit more enjoyable. We understand that the museum can be a bustling place. During […]
Join us on the first Monday of every month for rock painting! Started by friend of the shop, Joy MacVey, and Press's own Hannah, the Iowa City Rocks! Facebook group came about during the pandemic as a way to spread good vibes through the community with color and kind words. Simply: paint a rock, seal […]
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