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INTO LIGHT Project

January 25, 2025 - December 19, 2025
Old Capitol Museum - Hanson Humanities Gallery (ground floor)

The INTO LIGHT Project, a national non-profit, creates public exhibitions of original portraits and individual stories of people who have died from the disease of drug addiction in locations around the country. Their mission is to change the conversation about drug addiction through the power of original art and story. 

INTO LIGHT recognizes the powerful influence of museums and galleries to host thought provoking conversation through art. The project selects one public academic museum or gallery in each state based on their ability to engage the community by building meaningful educational programming around the exhibit that addresses issues about the disease of addiction. The Old Capitol Museum has been chosen as the exhibit site in Iowa in 2025.

Steve Carell and Timothée Chalamet, who star in"Beautiful Boy" as father and son David and Nic Sheff

International Overdose Awareness Day Screening

September 9, 2025 - FilmScene at The Chauncey

6:00-9:00 PM Into Light exhibit open

6:30 PM Showtime

Join us for a screening of Beautiful Boy, based on the 2008 memoir of the same name, followed by a panel discussion on substance use and harm reduction.

Pay-What-You-Wish Ticketing with a portion of the proceeds to go towards Community & Family Resources’ NEW Men’s Recovery House

FREE Recovery Yoga in honor of International Overdose Awareness Day

August 31, 2025 — Iowa City Public Library

Join us at the Iowa City Public Library (Meeting Room A) on Sunday, August 31 at 2 PM.

Come experience the health advantages of yoga in a loving and non-judgmental environment. All you need is a water bottle and an open heart— no experience necessary!

Class taught by Noelle Haverhals

Recent Events

Kelsey and Heidi at IA State Fair

Naloxone Handout at Iowa State Fair

August 16, 2025 - Iowa State Fairgrounds
At the State Fair, Kelsey and Heidi handed out 239 naloxone kits in 20 minutes (!?) and interacted with people of all ages who are ready to be superheroes in their communities by carrying naloxone. 
Courtney at CRUSH event 2025

CRUSH of Iowa Overdose Awareness Event

August 16, 2025 - NewBo Market, Cedar Rapids

CRUSH of Iowa's Overdose Awareness Day event at NewBo Market was extremely powerful! The event featured tabling, a raffle with a dozen great prizes, and a panel that included our own consultant Tiffany Lewis. The space was filled with energy, connection, and love as people came together to remember those we’ve lost and celebrate moments of joy.

MAT Mobile Van at Lisbon Fair

Lisbon Celebrate Community & Safety Fair

August 14, 2025 - Lisbon, IA
UI ARC participated in Lisbon's Celebrate Community & Safety Fair, which takes place during the annual Lisbon Sauerkraut Days festivities. 
 
We handed out almost 70 naloxone kits and spoke with dozens of people about the importance of carrying it on hand.
Courtney Hammond, Cate Dicharry, and Tiffany Lewis (left to right)

Presentation for Court Appointed Specialists

August 14, 2025

On August 14, Tiffany and Courtney, two of our team members with lived experience, shared their stories with Iowa Court Appointed Special Advocates (CASAs) to help break down misconceptions about families affected by substance use. It was an extremely powerful presentation and we thank our Iowa CASAs for their willingness to listen and learn!

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UI ARC at Hinterland Music Festival

August 1-3, 2025 - St. Charles, IA
3 days
20 hours
5 UI ARC members
Thousands of new connections
Over 1,300 naloxone kits handed out!
 
We made countless new connections with people from all across the country. Thank you Hinterland Music Festival for having us— what a successful first music festival!
UIHC at Pride Parade 2024

UI ARC at Iowa City Pride

June 21, 2025 - Downtown Iowa City
UI ARC had a rewarding day handing out naloxone and spreading overdose awareness at Iowa City Pride! Over 470 naloxone kits made it out into the community, including to individuals, families, restaurants, and businesses.