FNCS/Iowa City Pedestrian Mall is located near the University of Iowa campus. The area serves as a place for students and local residents to gather for a variety of events, including concerts such as the Friday Night Concert Series. The mall features restaurants, bars, retail shops, hotels and a library.
Grand Music Studio is a music instruction studio that specializes in tutoring students of all ages in the use of pianos and guitars. It also offers vocal coaching services for men and women. Private lessons are offered for students from age 4 and up.
Billy Joe's Lounge is known as one of the first bars in town to offer karaoke. That was more than 25 years ago, and a nightly karaoke tradition continues. The lounge also supports local musicians. The bar serves up food including daily specials such as Tuesday nighy steak dinner.