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Science Thursdays is part of a CCOM Community Enhancement Program featuring music, food, science, medicine and wellness based activities.

Everyone working, learning, and volunteering with UI Health Care is invited to Science Thursdays, a program for the summer months, taking place every Thursday from May through September, 11am to 1pm, in the courtyard between the Medical Education Research Facility (MERF) and Pappajohn Biomedical Discovery Building (PBDB). Featured will be several food trucks with a diverse array of menu items for purchase, local musicians, and a science-related activity. A schedule of activities can be found on Facebook and the website.

10/29/2026

Thank you for another great season!
As we wrap up Science Thursdays for 2026, a heartfelt thank you to our campus community and amazing food truck vendors, musicians, and activity booth volunteers for another successful season! With more than 50,000 meals served, your continued support makes this event possible. We look forward to seeing you in 2027!

P.S. Interested in showcasing your research or department at Science Thursdays in 2027? Email me this winter to reserve an activities booth. Participating departments will receive a couple of complimentary food truck vouchers as a thank-you.

Food trucks attending today:
Bloom
Caribbean Kitchen
Chicken Salad Chick
Clare’s Tenderloins By Mya
The Dhaba Express - Food Truck
Eaton Good Kettlecorn
elgringoloco.ia
JT's Sips
Keepinupwiththejones's Mobile-Catering
Maggie's Farm Wood-Fired Pizza
Nothing Bundt Cakes
O's Grill
Snacky Mini Mart
T.C. Bonez BBQ & Catering
The Heights Rooftop
Travelin' Tom's of Cedar Rapids & Iowa City
Wildwood BBQ & Saloon
Yolandas BBQ

10/15/2026

Due to today's rain, a few food vendors have canceled since our weekly email was sent.

We will continue updating this post as we receive cancellations, so check back here for the most current list of vendors attending today!

Science Thursdays is still on! Come out and support the vendors who are braving the weather!

Bloom
Caribbean Kitchen
The Dhaba Express - Food Truck
elgringoloco.ia
Snacky Mini Mart
T.C. Bonez BBQ & Catering
Travelin' Tom's of Cedar Rapids & Iowa City
Wildwood BBQ & Saloon

09/24/2026

Good morning! Music by Lojo Russo Music today and visit the Hardin Library booth located between MERF and EMRB! Food trucks today are:
319 Drink Co
Bloom
Caribbean Kitchen
Chicken Salad Chick
Clare’s Tenderloins By Mya
The Dhaba Express - Food Truck
elgringoloco.ia
Keepin up with the Jones's Mobile Catering
Maggie's Farm Wood-Fired Pizza
Nothing Bundt Cakes
O's Grill
Snacky Mini Mart
T.C. Bonez BBQ & Catering
The Heights Rooftop
Travelin' Tom's of Cedar Rapids & Iowa City
Wheel Good Ice Cream
Wildwood BBQ & Saloon

09/16/2026

Science Thursdays tomorrow 9/17 rain or shine!

Music by Iowa Brass Ensemble!

Activity booths from UI Research Foundation and Tippe College of Business NSF Program! UI Simulation in Motion-Iowa truck!

Food trucks attending:
Bloom
Caribbean Kitchen
The Dhaba Express - Food Truck
Eaton Good Kettlecorn
elgringoloco.ia
JT's Sips
Keepinupwiththejones's Mobile-Catering
Maggie's Farm Wood-Fired Pizza
O's Grill
Snacky Mini Mart
T.C. Bonez BBQ & Catering
The Heights Rooftop
Travelin' Tom's of Cedar Rapids & Iowa City
Wildwood BBQ & Saloon
Yolandas BBQ
319 Drink Co

09/09/2026

Science Thursdays, September 10!

Activities: University of Iowa DeGowin Blood Center blood drive, Iowa Raptor Project, Team Breast Friends

Music by Justin Goodchild

Food trucks attending:
319 Drink Co arriving 8:30AM
Bloom arriving 7:30AM
Caribbean Kitchen
Chicken Salad Chick
Clare’s Tenderloins By Mya
The Dhaba Express - Food Truck
Eaton Good Kettlecorn
elgringoloco.ia
JT's Sips arriving 7:30AM
Keepin up with the Jones's Mobile Catering
Maggie's Farm Wood-Fired Pizza
Nothing Bundt Cakes
O's Grill
T.C. Bonez BBQ & Catering
The Heights Rooftop arriving 7:30AM
Travelin' Tom's of Cedar Rapids & Iowa City arriving 7:30AM
Wildwood BBQ & Saloon
Yolandas BBQ

08/20/2026

Science Thursdays today!

Music by Heartfelt Trucking!

Informational booths, come visit today!

UNIVERSITY OF IOWA STATE HYGIENIC LABORATORY
The State Hygienic Laboratory is Iowa’s environmental and public health laboratory, serving all 99 counties by testing and tracking infectious diseases and illnesses; performing newborn and maternal screening; and monitoring the air, water and soil for environmental contaminants. Come learn more and complete trivia questions for prizes!

UNIVERSITY OF IOWA RESEARCH FOUNDATION
UIRF helps bridge the gap between research and real-world application. Our team of dedicated staff works with faculty, staff, and students to protect intellectual property, explore commercial potential, and connect innovations with partners who can help bring them to market.

FOOD TRUCKS ATTENDING:
Bloom
Cafe Beignets
Caribbean Kitchen
Chicken Salad Chick
Clare’s Tenderloins By Mya
Crystalsweetsllc
DeLovely's Delicious Mini Donuts LLC
The Dhaba Express - Food Truck
Eaton Good Kettlecorn
elgringoloco.ia
JT's Sips
Maggie's Farm Wood-Fired Pizza
Moys Food from the Streets
Nothing Bundt Cakes
O's Grill
Snacky Mini Mart
T.C. Bonez BBQ & Catering
The Heights Rooftop
Travelin' Tom's of Cedar Rapids & Iowa City
Wildwood BBQ & Saloon

See you there!

08/13/2026

☀️ Science Thursdays is on! Here are the food trucks that have confirmed attendance for today. If we receive any last-minute weather cancellations, we’ll update them here.

✨ And don’t forget our NEW vendor, Cafe Beignets, serving breakfast AND lunch! You can find them set up near Herky. ⚜️☕🍩

Here now! Breakfast and lunch!
319 Drink Co
Bloom
Cafe Beignets
Here for lunch!
Caribbean Kitchen
The Dhaba Express - Food Truck
elgringoloco.ia
Keepinupwiththejones's Mobile-Catering
O's Grill
Snacky Mini Mart
T.C. Bonez BBQ & Catering
Wildwood BBQ & Saloon

08/12/2026

🎉 NEW VENDOR ALERT! 🎉

We're excited to welcome Cafe Beignets to Science Thursdays for the first time tomorrow!

Come hungry because they're bringing a taste of New Orleans to the MERF Courtyard! ⚜️

🍩 Powdered & Glazed Beignets
☕ King Cake Iced Coffee & Hot Coffee
🍗 Cajun Chicken Fried Rice with a dinner roll
🍰 Caramel Cake & Cake Pops
🍋 Southern-Style Lemonade
…and more!

Stop by tomorrow from 7:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. and help us give Cafe Beignets a warm Science Thursdays welcome!

📍 MERF Courtyard

07/29/2026

☀️ Science Thursdays is back this Thursday! ☀️

Join us from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the MERF Courtyard for delicious food, live music, and a great lunchtime atmosphere!

🎶 Live Music
Home Brewed will be performing throughout the event, so grab your lunch, relax, and enjoy the music.

🍴 Food Trucks Attending
319 Drink Co
Bloom
Caribbean Kitchen
Crystalsweetsllc
The Dhaba Express - Food Truck
Eaton Good Kettlecorn
elgringoloco.ia
JT's Sips
Keepinupwiththejones's Mobile-Catering
Maggie's Farm Wood-Fired Pizza
Moys Food from the Streets
O's Grill
Snacky Mini Mart
T.C. Bonez BBQ & Catering
The Heights Rooftop
Travelin' Tom's of Cedar Rapids & Iowa City
Wildwood BBQ & Saloon

Bring your coworkers, meet up with friends, or simply enjoy lunch outdoors. We look forward to seeing you at Science Thursdays!

📍 MERF Courtyard
🕚 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

07/23/2026

☀️ Science Thursdays is back this week! ☀️

Join us Thursday from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. in the MERF Courtyard for lunch, live music, and community!

🎵 Live Music
Justin Goodchild will be performing acoustic pop and rock favorites.

💙 Activity Booth
Stop by the HCCC & American Cancer Society Hope Lodge booth to learn about the Hope Lodge program, which provides free lodging for cancer patients who travel an hour or more for treatment. They also offer free onsite laundry, an exercise room, kitchen, EMPOWER events, and additional support services. You'll also have the opportunity to learn about American Cancer Society resources and volunteer opportunities.

🍴 Food Trucks Attending
Bloom
Caribbean Kitchen
Chicken Salad Chick
Crystalsweetsllc
DeLovely's Delicious Mini Donuts LLC
The Dhaba Express - Food Truck
elgringoloco.ia
JT's Sips
Keepinupwiththejones's Mobile-Catering
Maggie's Farm Wood-Fired Pizza
Moys Food from the Streets
Nothing Bundt Cakes
O's Grill
T.C. Bonez BBQ & Catering
The Heights Rooftop
Travelin' Tom's of Cedar Rapids & Iowa City
Wheel Good Ice Cream
Wildwood BBQ & Saloon

Whether you're stopping by for lunch, enjoying the music, or learning about valuable community resources, we hope to see you Thursday!

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Iowa City, IA

Telephone

319-335-8061

Website

https://medicine.uiowa.edu/facilities/science-thursdays

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