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If We Ran the Zoo: Animals in Children's Book Illustration

<p>If We Ran the Zoo: Animals in Children’s Book Illustration</p><p><em>October 6, 2018 – January 13, 2019</em></p><p>Stories about animals have always been a staple of children’s literature. One of the earliest known books aimed at children, the 17th century publication Orbis sensualium pictus, taught children the alphabet by mimicking animal noises. This trope continued in the early- and mid-20th century, called the Golden Age of children’s book illustration. Drawn from the Zerzanek Collection of Original Art from Children's Literature on loan to the CRMA from the Cedar Rapids Public Library, If We Ran the Zoo looks at the various ways animals have shaped children’s literature, from simple science books to loyal pets to fantastical, talking companions.</p><p>Image caption:</p><p>Audrey Chalmers, untitled drawing from <em>Birthday of Obash</em>, page 6, undated, charcoal on paper, 8 ½ x 9 11/16 inches, on loan from the Zerzanek Collection of the Cedar Rapids Public Library, L2009.0217.</p> 2018-11-21 16:00:00 -0600

11/21/18 2018-11-21 12:00:00 -0600

12:00 p.m.

Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
Cedar Rapids

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Let's Play Scrabble!

<p>Join us for Scrabble once a week at Ladd Library! The game is on each Wednesday from 1-5 in the Community Room. New competitors are a plus. You can come in and play at any time during the session. Bring your own equipment if you like, but we will have some boards and dictionaries on site. All skill levels welcome!</p> 2018-11-21 16:00:00 -0600

11/21/18 2018-11-21 13:00:00 -0600

1:00 p.m.

Ladd Library
Cedar Rapids

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Linn County Historical Preservation Commission Meeting

<p>This meeting will be held at the Jean Oxley Public Service Center, Conference Room 3A & 3B, lower level, 935 2nd St SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa.  This meeting is open to the public.  Meeting dates and times can change.  Please contact Planning & Development at 319-892-5130 regarding meeting status. </p>

11/21/18 2018-11-21 16:00:00 -0600

4:00 p.m.

Jean Oxley Public Service Center
Cedar Rapids

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Coe College: World War I In Remembrance

<p>World War I In Remembrance exhibit in Cone Galleries</p>

11/21/18 2018-11-21 16:00:00 -0600

4:00 p.m.

Coe College Stewart Memorial Library
Cedar Rapids

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Karaoke Happy Hour with Ms. Butterfly!!

<p>Karaoke from 5-8 w/ Ms. Butterfly!!</p><p>ALL AGES, Full Menu, & great drink specials including $8 Domestic Pitchers!!</p><p>525 33rd Avenue SW Cedar Rapids (Inside The Ramada Hotel)</p> 2018-11-14 20:00:00 -0600

11/21/18 2018-11-21 17:00:00 -0600

5:00 p.m.

The Hide-Out
Cedar Rapids

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Parkour

<p>Parkour - Parkour is the physical and mental discipline using movements that are modeled after obstacle course training. </p><p>Practitioners aim to get from point A to point B in the most efficient way possible.  This is done using only the human body and the surroundings for propulsion, with a focus on maintaining as much momentum as possible while still remaining safe.</p><p>Parkour can include multiple obstacles, running, climbing, swinging, vaulting, jumping and rolling.</p><p>The Parkour practitioners’ goal is to adapt and overcome one’s environment using a variety of skills.</p> 2018-11-21 20:30:00 -0600

11/21/18 2018-11-21 17:30:00 -0600

5:30 p.m.

Sokol Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids

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Downtown Turkey Crawl

<p data-offset-key="cjo31-0-0"><span data-offset-key="cjo31-0-0"><span data-text="true">Join Cedar Rapids Sport & Social Club on Wednesday, November 21st for a FREE pub crawl, open to anyone 21 years old and over!</span></span></p><p data-offset-key="cjo31-0-0">Register online to receive a scratch-ticket at check-in good for either a free drink (anything up to $5), a $10 gift card OR a $1.00 16 oz. Bud/Busch beer ticket valid at ONE of the participating establishments. (Note - 50% of the tickets will be for free drinks, that's way better odds than the lottery!)</p><p><em><strong>Here's the bar lineup: </strong></em></p><ul><li><a href="http://www.hazzardcountycr.com/">Hazzard County</a> (check-in 6-8 pm) </li><li><a href="https://www.rockbarcr.com/">Rock Bar</a></li><li><a href="https://www.grinngoose.com/">Grin N Goose</a></li><li><a href="https://www.crpub217.com/">Pub 217</a></li><li>Country Underground</li></ul> 2018-11-11 23:59:00 -0600

11/21/18 2018-11-21 18:00:00 -0600

6:00 p.m.

Hazzard County American Saloon
Cedar Rapids

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Thanksgiving Eve Service

<p>This informal, family-oriented service is a great way to start your holiday season!</p><p>Come and thank God for what He has done in your life this year. Through a time of sharing, scripture reading, song and prayer, we will give God praise and thanks for who He is and His faithfulness to us.</p> 2018-10-17 19:30:00 -0500

11/21/18 2018-11-21 18:30:00 -0600

6:30 p.m.

Stonebridge Church
Cedar Rapids

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Holiday Traditions

<p>Annual Christmas tree exhibit.</p> 2018-11-22 17:00:00 -0600

11/22/18 2018-11-22 09:00:00 -0600

9:00 a.m.

Herbert Hoover Presidential Museum and Library
West Branch

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If We Ran the Zoo: Animals in Children's Book Illustration

<p>If We Ran the Zoo: Animals in Children’s Book Illustration</p><p><em>October 6, 2018 – January 13, 2019</em></p><p>Stories about animals have always been a staple of children’s literature. One of the earliest known books aimed at children, the 17th century publication Orbis sensualium pictus, taught children the alphabet by mimicking animal noises. This trope continued in the early- and mid-20th century, called the Golden Age of children’s book illustration. Drawn from the Zerzanek Collection of Original Art from Children's Literature on loan to the CRMA from the Cedar Rapids Public Library, If We Ran the Zoo looks at the various ways animals have shaped children’s literature, from simple science books to loyal pets to fantastical, talking companions.</p><p>Image caption:</p><p>Delagie Doane, untitled drawing from <em>The Big Trip</em>, undated, watercolor on paper, 5 1/8 x 6 ½ inches, on loan from the Zerzanek Collection of the Cedar Rapids Public Library, L2009.0284.</p> 2018-11-22 20:00:00 -0600

11/22/18 2018-11-22 12:00:00 -0600

12:00 p.m.

Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
Cedar Rapids

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Pen-making workshop

<p>Pen making is more than a craft. This weekly workshop is for veterans and active military: join us each week for a workshop on how to make pens! Every Thursday at 3 pm at the Veterans Memorial Building in the lower level. Free. Lathes and instruction included. Join to learn; stay for the camaraderie.</p> 2018-11-22 16:00:00 -0600

11/22/18 2018-11-22 15:00:00 -0600

3:00 p.m.

Veterans Memorial Building
Cedar Rapids

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Murder Mystery Book Club

<p>3 Dates · Sep 27 - Nov 29</p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/673172193060621/?acontext=%7B%22source%22%3A5%2C%22action_history%22%3A[%7B%22surface%22%3A%22page%22%2C%22mechanism%22%3A%22main_list%22%2C%22extra_data%22%3A%22%5C%22[]%5C%22%22%7D]%2C%22has_source%22%3Atrue%7D">Mystery Book Club</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/mandmbookstoreCR/" data-hovercard="/ajax/hovercard/hovercard.php?id=1191027034376471">M and M Books</a></p><p>Join us on the fourth Thursday of every month as we read and discuss a mystery novel.  Our first novel will be Murder By The Slice by local author and writer for the Gazette, Rob Cline.  We will meet next door to the bookstore at Roscoe's Pizza and enjoy some pizza, drinks and a visit from the author himself!</p> 2018-11-22 19:00:00 -0600

11/22/18 2018-11-22 18:00:00 -0600

6:00 p.m.

M & M Books
Cedar Rapids

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Music in the Mansion Holiday Tours of Brucemore

<p>The unique holiday experience will include strolling through the softly lit rooms of the 21-room mansion, taking in the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, and the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase, while experiencing live holiday music on the 1929 Skinner Player Pipe Organ.</p><p>Music in the Mansion tours are offered on Thursday evenings at 5:30 p.m. and Sunday afternoons between 1:00 and 4:00 p.m. Tours last approximately 45 minutes.</p><p>New in 2018 - tickets on sale now! Space is limited. Admission is $15 per person. Discounts available for students and members.</p> 2018-05-16 15:00:00 -0500

11/23/18 2018-11-23 10:00:00 -0600

10:00 a.m.

Brucemore
Cedar Rapids

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Tannenbaum Forest

<p>Our Festhalle is transformed into a forest of decorated live Christmas Trees and features a 17 foot German style pyramid. </p><p>see festivalsinamana.com for dates and time open </p><p>Open Friday thru Sunday November 23-December 16</p><p>Free will donation</p> 2018-10-18 19:00:00 -0500

11/23/18 2018-11-23 10:00:00 -0600

10:00 a.m.

Festhalle Barn
Amana

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English Conversation Club

<p>Want to practice your English skills in a fun and informal group? Join us Friday mornings to practice conversations skills, learn new expressions, improve your pronunciation, and meet new friends from around the world.</p> 2018-11-23 11:30:00 -0600

11/23/18 2018-11-23 10:00:00 -0600

10:00 a.m.

Iowa City Public Library
Iowa City

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Black Friday BOGO Skate

<p>Bring your family and friends ice skating!</p><p>Buy One Get One 50% Off</p><p>$8.00 per skater</p><p>Price includes admission & skate rental</p> 2018-11-07 18:00:00 -0600

11/23/18 2018-11-23 13:00:00 -0600

1:00 p.m.

Cedar Rapids Ice Arena
Cedar Rapids

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Alternative Black Friday

<p>Skip the mall and craft some homemade gifts at the library instead! We'll provide supplies for beaded jewelry, paper plate wreaths, felt bookmarks, and more. We'll even have supplies for wrapping your gifts available. Get into the holiday spirit and spend some time with family at the library.</p> 2018-11-15 16:30:00 -0600

11/23/18 2018-11-23 14:30:00 -0600

2:30 p.m.

Iowa City Public Library
Iowa City

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Portrayal of Mount Vernon Opening Art Exhibition

<p>Portrayal of Mount Vernon took place on Oct 6th this year.  30 artists created all over town.  The exhibition runs Nov 19th - Jan 25th with this opening reception on Nov 23, 2018.</p><p>Sponsors:</p><p>Mount Vernon Creates</p><p>Mount Vernon Bank and Trust - Wine/beverages</p><p>First Street Community Center - Finger foods</p> 2018-10-10 20:00:00 -0500

11/23/18 2018-11-23 18:00:00 -0600

6:00 p.m.

Mount Vernon Creates
Mount Vernon

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Summit Band Performance

<p><strong><span><span><span><span><span>The <span>Summit</span> Band is a Jazz quartet that features some of Iowa's premier artist.  They perform a great genre of standard and original music.  These are performers that have been in orchestras, big bands, rock bands and more.   For a great night of excellent Jazz make Ramsey's your destination.</span></span></span></span></span></strong></p> 2018-11-18 22:00:00 -0600

11/23/18 2018-11-23 19:00:00 -0600

7:00 p.m.

Ramsey's Wine Bistro
Marion

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COUNTRY DANCE WITH DJ MIKE BOERJAN

<p>DJ music by Mike Boerjan</p><p>Requests welcome</p><p>Line Dance, Couples & Mixers </p><p>Large dance floor</p><p>$5.00 admission</p> 2018-11-08 23:58:00 -0600

11/23/18 2018-11-23 20:00:00 -0600

8:00 p.m.

Wildwood Smokehouse & Saloon
Iowa Citiy

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No Duh (No Doubt Tribute)

<p>No Duh is not just the best tribute to No Doubt & Gwen Stefani, they're one of the best tribute acts in the world. It's not just great music, it's a complete, high energy, amusing, audio-visual explosion!</p><p>No Duh mixes the experience & energy of a live No Doubt & Gwen Stefani concert with nostalgic visuals, styling's & props of the No Doubt & Gwen Stefani videos, complete with costume changes & even some humor! Close your eyes or keep them open, you will feel like you are experiencing the real thing. It's rare to see a tribute act excite an audience like this band. Not to mention that they are home-based in Orange County California, just like the original No Doubt.</p><p>No Duh has been mentioned by Gwen Stefani in interviews. She says, "they're amazing" & says of our lead singer,"... I was almost jealous of her because she [Spen] was just so cute...". No Doubt says, "No Duh rules!". And they should know, they have seen & performed with No Duh. The band has appeared on local, national & international Television & Radio including a full length feature on "Good Morning America," "CNN Headline News" and on AXS TV's "World's Greatest Tribute Bands."</p> 2018-11-09 21:30:00 -0600

11/23/18 2018-11-23 20:00:00 -0600

8:00 p.m.

Rhythm City Casino Resort
Davenport

15.0
The Crafters Market

<p>New Craft venue in Mount Vernon on Small Business Saturday. 20 craft vendors specializing in well crafted, handmade items for the discerning customer.  Also, The Home Business Expo with 6 of your favorite  marketing vendors. Free admission, parking lot. in the First Street Community Center where there is also 10 retail shops.</p><p>Mette's Doll Fashions,<br>Fairy Under A Full Moon<br>Twig Creations by Ruth<br>Granny's Ruffles<br>Dog Bandanas Creations<br>Mary Beth's Articulture<br>Becky Danielson<br>Kelli Wolfe Quilting<br>Lindenbolt Serigraphy<br>Amy Bishop Fine Art<br>Lisa's Needles & Threads<br>The Crafty Needle<br>Stine Designs<br>Poets Garden<br>DoTerra<br>Rodan & Fields<br>LuLaRoe<br>Scentsy<br>It Works<br>Color Street<br>Brabara Byee, Caldwell Banker Hedges Realty<br>The Loominade Stand<br>Lope N Lures<br>Kathy Wasion<br>Irontree Amalgamated</p> 2018-11-17 16:00:00 -0600

11/24/18 2018-11-24 09:00:00 -0600

9:00 a.m.

First Street Community Center
Mount Vernon

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Shop Small Shop Crawl

<p dir="ltr">Join the Chamber on Saturday, November 24 for our first ever Shop Small Shop Crawl! To celebrate Small Business Saturday, we will be hosting meetups throughout the day in North Liberty, Coralville, and Iowa City to encourage local shopping and celebrate area small businesses. If you are <u>one of the first 50 to attend</u> the meetups, you will receive a bag filled with coupons from our sponsors and a Purchase Passport to guide you through our great local shopping options.</p><p dir="ltr">We will have drinks and snacks at each meetup to help you keep up your shopping strength! At the final meetup, anyone who visited and purchased from at least one business in each community will be entered to win our grand prize: <strong><u>$500 Cash</u></strong>!  </p><p>Thank you to our Supporting Sponsors: the City of Coralville, the City of Iowa City, and the City of North Liberty, for making this event possible! </p><p dir="ltr"><strong><u>North Liberty Meetup - 9:00-10:30 am</u></strong></p><p dir="ltr">Start at <strong>Reds Alehouse</strong> (405 N. Dubuque Street) with coffee and a light breakfast to get your shopping energy up!</p><p dir="ltr"><strong><u>Coralville Meetup - Noon-1:30 pm</u></strong></p><p dir="ltr">Treat yourself with lunch at <strong>Louie's Wine Dive </strong>(901 E 2nd Ave, Ste 100) in the Iowa River Landing. </p><p dir="ltr"><strong><u>Iowa City Meetup - 4:30-6:00 pm</u></strong></p><p dir="ltr">End your day with happy hour at the brand new <strong>Hyatt Place Iowa City Downtown </strong>(255 E Court St), and show off all your great, local finds! We'll hold our prize drawing at 5:30 pm (must be present to win). </p> 2018-11-12 18:00:00 -0600

11/24/18 2018-11-24 09:00:00 -0600

9:00 a.m.

Reds Alehouse
North Liberty

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Small Business Saturday at M & M Books

<p>Join Prima the alpaca and kick off your holiday shopping with us.  We will have pictures with Prima in her festive wear, book bundle specials, 20-40% off new books and 50% off used books.  All gift items and cards will be marked down 20%!</p> 2018-09-05 16:00:00 -0500

11/24/18 2018-11-24 10:00:00 -0600

10:00 a.m.

M & M Books
Cedar Rapids

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$10 Art Class

<p>Every Saturday at 10 AM we have $10 art classes. All supplies included kids and adults. Leave  an hour later with a finished art piece. Group and private lessons also available.Visit dkwgallery.com for class schedules and more information. DKW Gallery, 840 7th Ave., Marion, IA dkwgallery@yahoo.com</p> 2018-11-24 11:00:00 -0600

11/24/18 2018-11-24 10:00:00 -0600

10:00 a.m.

DKW Art Gallery
Marion

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Small Business Saturday at Baby Time

<p>One of my favorite times of the year! The shop will be ready for Christmas and the district will be ready for all your holiday shopping needs. Plus sales I can only offer once a year!</p><p><br></p><p>Or instead of buying for others, just treat yo' self and shop local!</p> 2018-10-13 16:00:00 -0500

11/24/18 2018-11-24 10:00:00 -0600

10:00 a.m.

Baby Time
Cedar Rapids

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Terra Nova: Ten Years

<p>The CRMA celebrates ten years of collaborating with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio. In 2009, the CRMA began meeting with artists who had completed residencies at the Ceramics Center and acquiring a piece of their work—often completed during their residency—for the Museum’s collection. This mutually beneficial arrangement allowed the artists to establish themselves in a museum collection and receive professional experience with curators while growing the CRMA’s collection of three-dimensional art. The exhibition will display artwork from every resident from 2009 to 2018 and both executive directors, a testament to the fruitfulness of this collaboration.</p><p>Image caption:</p><p>Will Rimel, <em>Geometry</em> <em>(Blue),</em> 2012, earthenware, 4 x 6 x 2 inches, gift of the artist, 2014.027.</p><p> </p><p>This exhibition and accompanying educational programming have been made possible by the GreatAmerica Financial Services Corporation Donor-Advised Fund of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation.  Additional support has been provided by the Hotel-Motel Tax Fund, the Iowa Arts Council, a division of the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts, members of the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, and contributors to the Museum’s Annual Fund.  Annual educational programming support has been provided in part by Transamerica.</p><p><br></p> 2018-11-24 16:00:00 -0600

11/24/18 2018-11-24 10:00:00 -0600

10:00 a.m.

Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
Cedar Rapids

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Local Authors and Artists at M&M Books

<p>Meet some amazing local authors and artists at our Small Business Saturday Holiday Party.  Pick up some unique gift items and check out some new authors and get aa signed books for that special holiday gift.  </p> 2018-10-27 14:00:00 -0500

11/24/18 2018-11-24 11:00:00 -0600

11:00 a.m.

M & M Books
Cedar Rapids

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Christmas at the Depot

<p>Buchanan County Tourism’s annual Christmas at the Depot fundraiser features dozens of intricately decorated mini Christmas trees and specialty items all available through this silent auction fundraiser for the Buchanan County Tourism Bureau.</p><p>Viewing and bidding are available each Saturday and Sunday in November and December 1 from Noon to 6pm. The last date, December 2, viewing and bidding will take place from Noon to 3pm.  The event is held at the Illinois Central Rail Road Depot, 1111 5<sup>th</sup> Avenue NE, Independence, IA 50644.  End of bidding will be at 3pm Sunday December 2 afterward highest bidders will be awarded their item(s). All profits go toward future Buchanan County Tourism Projects.</p><p>Hot cocoa, hot cider, cookies and the Depot gift shop will be available. Admission is free, but a cash or food donation to the Independence Area Food Pantry is appreciated.</p> 2018-11-24 18:00:00 -0600

11/24/18 2018-11-24 12:00:00 -0600

12:00 p.m.

Buchanan County Tourism -- Rail Road Depot
Independence

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