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Researchers trace solar outbursts that led to historic Mother’s Day geomagnetic storm on Earth

Friday, August 7, 2026
Richard C. Lewis
Physicists led by the University of Iowa have traced the solar activity that caused the 2024 Mother’s Day storms, which spawned auroras that may have been the strongest on record in 500 years. The researchers say 10 solar outbursts combined to form a gigantic magnetic cloud that created an intense geomagnetic storm on Earth.

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Read on the Rug

Friday, August 14, 2026 10:30am to 11:00am
University of Iowa Museum of Natural History

Read on the Rug is back with monthly offerings but we're moving to FRIDAYS!

Join us on the second Friday of each month in Iowa Hall at the UI Museum of Natural History for Read on the Rug. Ideal for families or caregivers with kiddos aged 2-5, all are welcome to this free educational program. This program series was designed with our youngest museum lovers in mind. Come along as we build community and inspire a sense of wonder, curiosity, and respect for our natural and cultural worlds with...

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Friday Crafternoons

Friday, August 14, 2026 1:00pm to 3:30pm
Stanley Museum of Art

Need a creative break at the end of the week? Swing by the Stanley on Friday afternoons to work on a craft project of your choice.

Bring your own in-progress project or start a new one using the various supplies provided. Try your hand at sketching, coloring, knitting, embroidery, origami, and so much more in a relaxing, low-pressure environment. Stay as long as you like and make new connections. Light snacks will be provided.

Friday Crafternoons occurs almost every Friday at the Stanley Museum of...

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Iowa Volleyball Black and Gold Scrimmage

Saturday, August 15, 2026 5:00pm
Xtream Arena
The Iowa Volleyball team will host the Black and Gold Scrimmage at Xtream Arena.
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