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🦃 Nov. 27 - Dec. 1 | Your Johnson County Weekend Plans

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The JoCo Know
November 27, 2024

TOGETHER WITH
Colony Acres Family Farm

Did you know 34% of Americans decorate for Christmas before Thanksgiving? While the “Christmas Creep” might be a retail tactic, we’re loving every minute of any holiday celebration over here. With that said, this week we’ve got you covered with:

  • The Perfect Tree & Weekend 🌲

  • Holiday Happenings 🎅

  • Odds & Ends

  • Get Your Turkey Fix! 🦃

  • Live Music, Shows & Sports Roundups

  • On Your Calendars for Next Week 📅

Happy Thanksgiving! Don’t forget to support your local businesses this weekend! 🛍️

FOR THE FAM 👪

The Perfect Tree & Weekend

Colony Acres Tree Fest

Sponsor Highlight

Tree Fest Weekend! | Nov. 29 - Dec. 1 | Colony Acres Family Farm
Kick-off the holiday season by picking out the perfect tree at Colony Acres! With full service options, pick from various sizes, types, and beautiful greenery to complete your decor. In addition, see Santa, shop Creator's Corner, and enjoy delicious treats.

More fun with the fam:

DID YOU KNOW? 🛍️
For every $100 you spend at a small business, $67 stays in the local community? Beyond Small Business Saturday, prioritize supporting local businesses this holiday season by purchasing, booking, reviewing or referring - it all makes an impact! Stay tuned for our Local Gifting Guide coming this week.

DESTINATION: IOWA CITY📍

Holiday Happenings & Downtown Fun

Downtown Iowa City Holiday Activities | Sat., Nov. 30 | All Day
Shop the Downtown Holiday Pop-Up Market and enjoy Free Tractor Wagon Rides sponsored by Hills Bank, the Teddy Bear Room at the Hilton Garden Inn, Hunt for the Elves, and Downtown Santa Saturdays at FilmScene.

Other Iowa City happenings:

ODDS & ENDS 📋

Eat, Drink & Create

Supporter Spotlight

Candle Pour Bar | Fri., Nov. 29 | 11:00am | Tura Lura Co.
Have family and friends in town? Tura Lura Co.’s Candle Pour Bar is the perfect way to start your holiday weekend! Create a custom candle, grab some food and drink, and enjoy shopping small on Black Friday at all the Main Street West Branch shops.

Other happenings:

GET YOUR TURKEY FIX 🦃

Don’t feel like cooking or want to dine out this Thanksgiving?

🍽️ Thanksgiving Feast | Twelve01 Kitchen | 11:00 - 2:00pm
🍽️ Thanksgiving Buffet | Watermill Kitchen + Bar | 12:00 - 8:00pm
🍽️ Thanksgiving Brunch ReUnion Brewery (Coralville) | All Day

LIVE MUSIC 🎸 & ENTERTAINMENT 🎭


WEDNESDAY
🎵 Jack McVey | Club 76 | 6:00 - 9:00pm
🎵 Casey Klein | Shuey’s Restaurant | 7:00 - 10:00pm
🎵 Burlington St. Bluegrass Band | Wildwood Saloon | 7:00pm

FRIDAY
🎵 AirWaves | Courtyard by Marriott Iowa City | 3:15 - 6:15pm
🎵 Kevin Moore | Cedar Ridge | 6:00 - 9:00pm
🎵 Riding with Killers | Wildwood | 6:00pm
🎵 Mike Maas & Carlis Faurot | La Wine Bar | 7:00pm
🎵 Juniper Street | The Highlander Hotel | 7:00 - 10:00pm
🎵 Apocalypso Tantric Noise Choir | The Black Angel | 9:00pm
🎵 Slap ‘n’ Tickle | J & A Tap | 9:30pm
🎵 Jordan Beem | Elrays Live & Dive | 10:00pm

SATURDAY
🎵 RetroMix | Shuey’s Restaurant | 7:00 - 10:00pm
🎭 Lady Franksgiving | Willow Creek Theatre Company | 7:30pm
🎵 Horseshoes & Hand Grenades | Wildwood | 8:00pm
🎵 Chad Slater-Scott and Byron Stevens | The Black Angel | 9:00pm

ALL WEEKEND
🎭 It’s a Wonderful Life: A Live Radio Play | Riverside Theatre | Times Vary

GO SPORTS! 🏀


🎙️ Wednesday, 6:30pm: Hawk Talk with Kirk Ferentz (Vue Rooftop)
🏈 Friday, 6:30pm: UI Men’s Football vs. Nebraska
🏒 Saturday, 6:00pm: Heartlanders vs. Bloomington Bison
🏒 Sunday, 3:00pm: Heartlanders vs. Bloomington Bison

Need a game watch spot this weekend? Here are some of our faves:
🍺 Backpocket Brewing (Coralville)
🍺 Big Grove (Solon and Iowa City)
🍺 Field Day Brewing (North Liberty)
⛳ PinSeekers (Tiffin)
🍸 Vue Rooftop (Iowa City)

Also, high school basketball kicks off this weekend! 🏀 Check out maxpreps.com for local team schedules.

NEXT WEEK 📅

And for the fam:

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And Who Are We?
We’re Hayley and Andy, parents of two toddlers and lovers of Johnson County. We’re always planning our next outing and exploring what’s new locally. Living in the area for almost 20 years, The JoCo Know is a passion project for us and is truly an extension of what we love to do - plan, explore, enjoy, and repeat.

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