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Going Inward with Sounds & Vibrations with Prairiewoods
<p>Experience sound, stillness, playfulness and relaxation through the enigmatic vibrations of Himalayan and crystal singing bowls. During this hour over Zoom, Kathy Broghammer will lead us to connect with our inner selves through the song of bowls. We will be invited to sit or lie down to listen and just be. We will hear the sounds and feel the vibrations of the singing bowls going inward. Let’s let our souls rest and allow ourselves to be recreated! The cost is $10 per session. For more information or to register for the Zoom link, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2017-07-01 19:00:00 -0500
3/01/216:00 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
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Online painting - Cactus - Cork N Canvas Iowa
<p>Paint with us Online, the Cactus painting. Join us for an Online Painting Class. RSVP at least 2 hours before class starts if you are attending class so I can prep the studio, get the cameras ready and send you the zoom class. Right now we can't meet up at our regular locations, but we can paint Online, think of it virtual Cork N Canvas Iowa classes from the comfort of your home. Classes are about 2 hours long. For tickets & Supplies Click here: <a href="https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.square.site/?fbclid=IwAR14OyqeP_yaVqQnJW2AB-p5VhHN3VayuJP6JiFyiGH91n7b7O9EAVXElNc" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.square.site/</a><br>- Canvas 12x12 Inch $3.50<br>- Canvas 16x20 Inch $5.00<br>- Paint 1 oz containers 5 colors of your choice $5.00 (almost any color under the sun). Each additional color $1.00 per 1 oz size. Most painting as between 5 to 8 colors, just ask if you have any questions.<br>- Ticket for class $20 Per Person<br>- Bushes $10 new or $6 used<br>- Also you need: Paper plate, cup to rise out bushes, paper towel, computer/tablet/phone</p><p>Sip & Paint from the comfort of your own HOME! Pick the $150 or $140 kit size, 16x20 canvas or 12x12 canvas, 5 classes or 7 classes, breaks down to $30 per class or $20 per class and you don't even have to put on pants or a bra to paint, Shirts are recommended. FREE SHIPPING <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fcork-n-canvas-iowa.square.site%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1Mugnzg1wknGP53_BZxXhEPtoR4vPmotKEbcNpmZyxmYqiFLbUAcpfE_A&h=AT1AGwT5aGryi0DmaH_9GE-UZykuWhoBJZVB4_xYSKKENnF1Dpo25fJRzRTz4jLtjUw45xpUi3iW5L9xEhjO-8vXSs3sa81kG6MoWEI9v2c-XG-QTyxT2FVZDzFQdQLjgw&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT3-libxgLFQGWxLTWJeFsgbcG_lnShujCPKEuo8enMjfcgcXNn0itivXQDXicYF9Uj5MPmAQFgH7fAh1EbZ-RvVF-ObumXdypx1EiBvQICMG-Q9prqkNxItdU0g5eBp3JX7pzMSr0-49tQlHnLyVuB412n5iHc6sBgpyJzNHCyrnZ-Egg" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.square.site/</a> (shipping takes 5 to 7 days)</p> 2021-02-06 20:30:00 -0600
3/04/216:30 p.m.Cork N Canvas IowaCedar Rapids -
Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library
<p>The Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy is open for visitors on Saturdays from 10:00 am until 4:00 PM. Research your family tree with the help of library volunteers. Appointments for visits during the week can be made by calling 319-369-0022.</p> 2021-03-06 16:00:00 -0600
3/06/2110:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy LibraryCedar Rapids -
Virtual Thursday Forum: Scenic Long-Distance Hikes in the United Kingdom
<p dir="ltr">Floyd Sandford, Emeritus Professor of Biology</p><p dir="ltr">In the United Kingdom, walking is one of the most popular recreational activities, and because of this, England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are excellent destinations for hikers. Because of liberal rules for rights of way, U.K. citizens and visitors alike are permitted easy access to most of the countryside. A vast network of public footpaths and national trails allows day ramblers or long-distance hikers to experience beautiful and dramatic coastal scenery and lovely countryside with attractive villages of thatched-roof cottages, gardens, historical monuments, abbey ruins and more. This two-session Thursday Forum will introduce two of the many scenic, long-distance hiking trails in the U.K. and take you on a virtual journey through the stunning landscapes of Scotland and England. In the first session, we will travel Scotland’s West Highland Way, one of the U.K.’s premier hiking experiences. Our journey begins in Milngavie (near Glasgow), follows the shores of Loch Lomond (one of the largest lakes in the U.K.) and continues north into the beautiful Scottish Highlands. In session two, we will explore one of England’s most popular long-distance hikes, the 102-mile-long Cotswold Way, which begins in the picturesque village of Chipping Camden and ends in the historic city of Bath. In addition to admiring the scenery, we will learn some historical background about our destinations, including the destruction of abbeys during the reign of Henry VIII and the impact of the English Civil War on Cotswold villages.</p> 2021-02-25 23:58:00 -06002/25/2112:00 a.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
Jazz Summit Festival
<p>3-day event 2/25-2/27 in Marquis Hall Classrooms and Daehler-Kitchin Auditorium, Dows and Sinclair Auditoriums Finale Concert cost: $10 general admission $8 senior citizens and students free to Coe faculty, staff, and students</p> 2020-09-30 21:00:00 -05002/25/217:00 a.m.Coe College Sinclair AuditoriumCedar Rapids -
Art Exhibit: Picking up the Pieces
<p>CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA.— Gilded Pear Gallery is excited to present <em>Picking Up The Pieces</em>, a solo exhibition of new sculptures and paintings by local artist, Kimberlee Rocca.</p><p><br></p><p>Kimberlee Rocca is an artist and designer currently residing in Solon, Iowa. She studied Design, Printmaking, and Fiber Arts at The University of Iowa before earning her BFA in Metal Smithing in 1991. During her studies, Rocca was introduced to Foil Imaging, a unique process which combines traditional printmaking techniques with commercial foil printing processes. She has spent over 30 years exploring this innovated medium on paper, metal and now, in this exhibit, with salvaged construction materials. In addition to her studio work she is locally recognized for her custom home designs in the Iowa City area with unique architectural features, sculptural elements, and mosaic installations. Rocca’s two-dimensional works and sculptural installations are included in collections of The University of Iowa Museum and Hospital Permanent art collections, The University of Missouri St. Louis, and Kirkwood Community College among other private collections.</p><p><br></p><p>About this exhibition:</p><p>“My job sites are filled with a myriad of common, yet unusual materials that continually spark my imagination and wiggle their way into my fine art works” says Rocca. “My two creative disciplines are intertwined, and I have found that I can barely do one without the other.” Rocca says that walking the sites is a part of her process. “I regularly scavenge through the tossed materials to discover unused treasures. I have generated a collection of raw wood, beams, stone, tile, paper, plastic, and metals that I can process with abandon because I know there will always be more discards. Due to certain limitations in home building which require simplicity in most cases, my artistry tends to run in the opposite direction with bold colors, wild shapes and intentional imperfections.”</p><p>Gilded Pear Gallery is located at 808 Third Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. For hours and more information visit <a href="http://www.gildedpeargallery.com">http://www.gildedpeargallery.com</a>–or- call: 319-366-0205</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Gallery operations during the COVID-19 pandemic:</strong></p><p>Private viewing appointments can be made by contacting the gallery via email or phone. Gallery hours during this time are Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm, and CLOSED on Sunday- appointments for services are preferred<strong>. The gallery requires that all persons visiting be masked. </strong>A limited parking lot is available with 1 handicap space. On street parking is available on 3<sup>rd</sup> Avenue and 8<sup>th</sup> Street- non-metered. The MedQuarter features protected bike lanes and bicycle “parking” can be found on the opposite side of the building by the Pocket Park on 3<sup>rd </sup>and 8<sup>th</sup>.<strong> There are no admission fees for private viewings or virtual receptions.</strong></p>
2/25/2110:00 a.m.Gilded Pear GalleryCedar Rapids -
Blind Date with a Book
<p>Come and check out your 'blind date' at the Hiawatha Public Library. Books are wrapped with a few descriptive words or sentences and just like a blind date, you never know just what to expect. If you never judge a book by its cover, this program is perfect for you. </p><p>Let us know at curbside pickup if you would like to check out a 'blind date' and the library staff will take it from there. </p><p>This program is for teens and adults and runs the entire month of February. </p> 2021-02-25 17:00:00 -0600
2/25/2110:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Blakelock: By the Light of the Moon Art Exhibit
<p>Forgeries, mental illness, intrigue, and rapid fame—the dramatic circumstances of Ralph Albert Blakelock’s life often overshadow the merits of his work. <em>By the Light of the Moon</em> will feature eight exceptional artworks by Blakelock from the museum collection. Born in 1847, his early paintings were highly detailed landscapes inspired by Hudson River School painters. After traveling to the American West and becoming familiar with Barbizon painters, Blakelock developed the atmospheric landscapes for which he is known. Drenched in darkness and silvery moonlight, his thickly painted landscapes have a distinctive otherworldly quality. This exhibition will explore Blakelock’s body of work and how his interest in spiritualism is reflected in his artistic practice.</p> 2021-02-25 17:00:00 -0600
2/25/2110:00 a.m.Figge Art MuseumDavenport -
Soup and Stories
<p>For just $7.00 you can enjoy a signature West End Diner homemade soup and dessert while you listen to stories form local storytellers and excerpts from some of our favorite books.</p><p>Space is limited. Please call 319-892-3012 to reserve your spot.</p><p>Masks are required when not eating or drinking.</p> 2021-02-25 00:00:00 -0600
2/25/2111:00 a.m.The Shops at West EndMarion -
Americans in Paris: Grant Wood and Marvin Cone's 1920 Trip to Paris
<p>For three months in the summer of 1920, Grant Wood and his best friend Marvin Cone traveled to Paris to see great art, soak up the sights, and to paint. This brief sojourn proved to be pivotal for both artists, enhancing their nascent interest in Impressionism and painting en plein air. While each artist discontinued painting in this style beyond the early 1930s, this trip to Paris (Wood’s first trip abroad, Cone’s second) was critical to their development. What the artists did, saw, and painted is carefully outlined in Cone’s meticulous and well-written diary of the trip, including where the artists painted on which days. As such, this diary enables the ability to date certain works to the precise date of creation. It also allows viewers to see how each artist depicted the same scene, often in very different terms.</p> 2021-02-25 20:00:00 -0600
2/25/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Grant Wood Revealed: Rarely Seen Works by an American Master
<p>Launching the CRMA's year-long celebration of the 175th anniversary of Iowa's statehood will be an unusual look at Iowa’s most famous artist, Grant Wood. While known for his iconic American Gothic (Art Institute of Chicago) and other Regionalist works from his mature style, Grant Wood was constantly exploring styles, techniques, and media. This exhibition will bring together works from both the CRMA collection as well as from private collections to celebrate Wood’s inquisitive mind. Rarely-seen paintings will be joined by diverse metalwork pieces, drawings, and studies to construct a fuller view of Wood’s genius.</p> 2021-02-25 20:00:00 -0600
2/25/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
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Cedar Valley Christian School Open House
<p><br>Come and learn more about what CVCS has to offer. This is an opportunity to tour our school, meet and talk to teachers, and hear about our philosophy of education and our core Christian values. We will also have information about scholarship opportunities, our sports and fine arts programs, and before/after school care.</p> 2021-02-15 19:00:00 -06002/25/215:00 p.m.Cedar Valley Christian SchoolCedar Rapids -
American Artists' Self-Portraits Then and Now
<p>Grab a cocktail, get comfortable, and join recently retired Chief Curator Emerita Brandon Brame Fortune of the National Portrait Gallery, who will explore the role of portraiture through history during this exciting program that celebrates the exhibition <em>For America: 200 Years of Painting from the National Academy of Design. </em><em>Chief Curator Emeritus </em>Emerita<em> Brandon Brame Fortune, chief curator emeritus, has worked at the National Portrait Gallery since 1987.</em></p><p>Registrants will receive a Zoom link two hours prior to the program.</p> 2021-02-08 18:00:00 -0600
2/25/215:00 p.m.Figge Art MuseumDavenport -
Brucemore Mansion Tour (Self-Guided)
<p>Voted a top tourist attraction in the state of Iowa in 2020, you don't want to miss this personal experience to step back in time! The tour experience has been re-imagined with safety and comfort in mind. Enjoy the splendor and history of the first, second, and third floors of the 1886 Queen Anne mansion. Tickets will be sold for timed entry, which will be scheduled every thirty minutes. Each tour has limited capacity to maintain physical distancing needs. Purchase a timed entry ticket for your group of 2 to 6 people. Advance tickets required. The grounds are available to explore for free before or after your tour. </p> 2021-02-25 19:30:00 -0600
2/25/215:30 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Learn Crochet: The Easiest Baby Blanket
<p>This baby blanket is the easiest crochet blanket you'll ever make, but you'd never know by how cute it is! Together, we'll use a large crochet hook and three strands of yarn to make this soft and breathable baby blanket. Perfect for beginners and for those more advanced in crochet. The finished blanket will measure roughly 30"x34". Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-18 20:30:00 -06002/25/216:00 p.m.Kirkwood Regional CenterCoralville -
History of the Civil Rights Movement
<p>The Civil Rights Movement didn't begin or end with Martin Luther King Jr. Come explore how the events of the past have led up to where the United States is today! Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-18 20:00:00 -06002/25/216:30 p.m.Kirkwood Center for Lifelong LearningCedar Rapids -
Pet Loss Support Group
<p><strong>Monthly Pet Loss Support Group </strong>for individuals dealing with the loss of a beloved pet. No reservations required.</p> 2021-02-25 19:30:00 -06002/25/216:30 p.m.Therapeutic Partners LLCMarion -
Iowa City Area HBA Virtual Home Show
<p>On Sunday, Feb. 21, pick up The Home Show magazine in <em>The Cedar Rapids Gazette </em>(digital version available on the show website) and tune into CBS 2/KGAN at 11 a.m. for The Home Show Preview to see participating exhibitors and learn more about what to expect. Home show enthusiasts will experience many of the terrific advantages known from 40 years of our traditional in-person show, plus much more. The Home Show is still a one-stop shop for all things home related. Highlights include:</p><p>• Listing of exhibitors alphabetically and by category (such as windows). Each listing explores what the business offers, how it differs from competitors and contact details. Some listings also offer a “Meet the Exhibitor” video and photo gallery and will appear in the Featured Exhibitors section on the site’s main page.</p><p>• Expert advice blog from select exhibitors and Iowa City Area HBA Remodelers Council representatives. Information may cover everything from finding a remodeler to real estate trends and how to get a mortgage through articles and Q&As. You also can email questions on any home-inspired topic.</p><p>• Daily register-to-win contests for high-quality giveaways from various exhibitors. See what’s offered and sign up each day on the website’s main page for a chance to collect.</p><p>• Kids Raffle. Kids up to age 18 who complete The Home Show coloring sheet will be entered to win a Nintendo Switch and 12-month Nintendo Switch online membership, thanks to sponsor Sueppel’s Siding & Remodeling. Find the sheet in The Home Show magazine or on the website. Color, and if necessary, have a parent/guardian snap a photo. Post your artistic expression on Facebook or Instagram (see separate box for social media handles) with #icareahbahomeshow.</p><p>• Two, $500 giveaways good toward any Iowa City Area HBA member business, courtesy of Collins Community Credit Union and Lepic-Kroeger, REALTORS</p><p>The Greater Iowa City Area HBA puts on the event, and 2021 website information will stay up until the 2022 Home Show so resources can be accessed all year long! Imagine the possibilities!</p><p><br></p>
2/26/2112:00 a.m.The Greater Iowa City Area Home Builders AssociationIowa City -
Gyrls Night Out: Flapjack Earrings
<p>Hone your wire working skills to make a wire link to connect chain to a handmade glass disk. These earrings have great movement and pizzaz. Instructor: Karen Kubby.</p><p><strong>Pre-requisite:</strong> ability to make a wrapped loop. Make 3 Pairs of Earrings on Jan. 16 or call for a private tutorial.</p><p>Registration is $72 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</p> 2021-01-31 19:30:00 -0600
2/26/215:30 a.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Jazz Summit Festival
<p>3-day event 2/25-2/27 in Marquis Hall Classrooms and Daehler-Kitchin Auditorium, Dows and Sinclair Auditoriums Finale Concert cost: $10 general admission $8 senior citizens and students free to Coe faculty, staff, and students</p> 2021-02-26 21:00:00 -06002/26/217:00 a.m.Coe College Sinclair AuditoriumCedar Rapids -
Art Exhibit: Picking up the Pieces
<p>CEDAR RAPIDS, IOWA.— Gilded Pear Gallery is excited to present <em>Picking Up The Pieces</em>, a solo exhibition of new sculptures and paintings by local artist, Kimberlee Rocca.</p><p><br></p><p>Kimberlee Rocca is an artist and designer currently residing in Solon, Iowa. She studied Design, Printmaking, and Fiber Arts at The University of Iowa before earning her BFA in Metal Smithing in 1991. During her studies, Rocca was introduced to Foil Imaging, a unique process which combines traditional printmaking techniques with commercial foil printing processes. She has spent over 30 years exploring this innovated medium on paper, metal and now, in this exhibit, with salvaged construction materials. In addition to her studio work she is locally recognized for her custom home designs in the Iowa City area with unique architectural features, sculptural elements, and mosaic installations. Rocca’s two-dimensional works and sculptural installations are included in collections of The University of Iowa Museum and Hospital Permanent art collections, The University of Missouri St. Louis, and Kirkwood Community College among other private collections.</p><p><br></p><p>About this exhibition:</p><p>“My job sites are filled with a myriad of common, yet unusual materials that continually spark my imagination and wiggle their way into my fine art works” says Rocca. “My two creative disciplines are intertwined, and I have found that I can barely do one without the other.” Rocca says that walking the sites is a part of her process. “I regularly scavenge through the tossed materials to discover unused treasures. I have generated a collection of raw wood, beams, stone, tile, paper, plastic, and metals that I can process with abandon because I know there will always be more discards. Due to certain limitations in home building which require simplicity in most cases, my artistry tends to run in the opposite direction with bold colors, wild shapes and intentional imperfections.”</p><p>Gilded Pear Gallery is located at 808 Third Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. For hours and more information visit <a href="http://www.gildedpeargallery.com">http://www.gildedpeargallery.com</a>–or- call: 319-366-0205</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Gallery operations during the COVID-19 pandemic:</strong></p><p>Private viewing appointments can be made by contacting the gallery via email or phone. Gallery hours during this time are Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm, and CLOSED on Sunday- appointments for services are preferred<strong>. The gallery requires that all persons visiting be masked. </strong>A limited parking lot is available with 1 handicap space. On street parking is available on 3<sup>rd</sup> Avenue and 8<sup>th</sup> Street- non-metered. The MedQuarter features protected bike lanes and bicycle “parking” can be found on the opposite side of the building by the Pocket Park on 3<sup>rd </sup>and 8<sup>th</sup>.<strong> There are no admission fees for private viewings or virtual receptions.</strong></p>
2/26/2110:00 a.m.Gilded Pear GalleryCedar Rapids -
Blind Date with a Book
<p>Come and check out your 'blind date' at the Hiawatha Public Library. Books are wrapped with a few descriptive words or sentences and just like a blind date, you never know just what to expect. If you never judge a book by its cover, this program is perfect for you. </p><p>Let us know at curbside pickup if you would like to check out a 'blind date' and the library staff will take it from there. </p><p>This program is for teens and adults and runs the entire month of February. </p> 2021-02-26 17:00:00 -0600
2/26/2110:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Blakelock: By the Light of the Moon Art Exhibit
<p>Forgeries, mental illness, intrigue, and rapid fame—the dramatic circumstances of Ralph Albert Blakelock’s life often overshadow the merits of his work. <em>By the Light of the Moon</em> will feature eight exceptional artworks by Blakelock from the museum collection. Born in 1847, his early paintings were highly detailed landscapes inspired by Hudson River School painters. After traveling to the American West and becoming familiar with Barbizon painters, Blakelock developed the atmospheric landscapes for which he is known. Drenched in darkness and silvery moonlight, his thickly painted landscapes have a distinctive otherworldly quality. This exhibition will explore Blakelock’s body of work and how his interest in spiritualism is reflected in his artistic practice.</p> 2021-02-26 17:00:00 -0600
2/26/2110:00 a.m.Figge Art MuseumDavenport -
CRMA Doodlebugs via Zoom: Grant's Gothic Glass
<p>Grant Wood’s most famous artwork is “American Gothic,” named for the pointy window behind the farmer and lady in the painting. But did you know Grant also created windows? See some of his stained glass work and then make a gothic-style “window” you can hang in your home!</p><p>Supplies: To do the art project along with Miss Erin, you’ll need these materials at the ready: Plastic zippie bags, permanent markers like Sharpies (washable or water-based markers won’t work on plastic), pencil & scratch paper, tape. If you don’t want to use permanent markers, you can also do this project using washable markers on regular copy paper, or any thinner paper that lets light shine through when you hold it up to a window.</p><p>https://us02web.zoom.us/j/5695519009?pwd=NFpuVEJEOUdNZXNJWUY0ZjVKRE5ydz09</p><p>Meeting ID: 569 551 9009</p><p>Passcode: Doodlebugs</p> 2021-01-27 11:30:00 -06002/26/2110:30 a.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
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Seriously Funny: American Gothic Parodies
<p>Grant Wood’s American Gothic is probably the world’s most parodied American painting, second only to Leonardo’s Mona Lisa. The fact that thousands of parodies of American Gothic exist, dating back several decades, speaks to the enduring inspiration of one of America’s greatest works of art. This exhibition—a first for the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art—will look at many of these parodies—some in the flesh on the gallery’s walls and many others digitally projected in an attempt to share the incredible reach of this iconic painting. From Bill and Hillary Clinton to Leonardo and Mona Lisa to RuPaul as male and female, these parodies speak to how this one painting serves as the basis for looking at various contemporary people and issues. Wood’s impactful 1930 painting continues to inspire “artists” of all ages and skills in a playful and humorous way that Wood would no doubt have applauded.</p> 2021-02-26 16:00:00 -0600
2/26/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Americans in Paris: Grant Wood and Marvin Cone's 1920 Trip to Paris
<p>For three months in the summer of 1920, Grant Wood and his best friend Marvin Cone traveled to Paris to see great art, soak up the sights, and paint. This brief sojourn proved to be pivotal for both artists, enhancing their nascent interest in Impressionism and painting en plein air. While each artist discontinued painting in this style beyond the early 1930s, this trip to Paris (Wood’s first trip abroad, Cone’s second) was critical to their development. What the artists did, saw, and painted is carefully outlined in Cone’s meticulous and well-written diary of the trip, including where the artists painted on which days. As such, this diary enables the ability to date certain works to the precise date of creation. It also allows viewers to see how each artist depicted the same scene, often in very different terms.</p> 2021-02-26 16:00:00 -0600
2/26/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Grant Wood Revealed: Rarely Seen Works by an American Master
<p>Launching the CRMA's year-long celebration of the 175th anniversary of Iowa's statehood will be an unusual look at Iowa’s most famous artist, Grant Wood. While known for his iconic American Gothic (Art Institute of Chicago) and other Regionalist works from his mature style, Grant Wood was constantly exploring styles, techniques, and media. This exhibition will bring together works from both the CRMA collection as well as from private collections to celebrate Wood’s inquisitive mind. Rarely-seen paintings will be joined by diverse metalwork pieces, drawings, and studies to construct a fuller view of Wood’s genius.</p> 2021-02-26 16:00:00 -0600
2/26/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Brucemore Mansion Tour (Self-Guided)
<p>Voted a top tourist attraction in the state of Iowa in 2020, you don't want to miss this personal experience to step back in time! The tour experience has been re-imagined with safety and comfort in mind. Enjoy the splendor and history of the first, second, and third floors of the 1886 Queen Anne mansion. Tickets will be sold for timed entry, which will be scheduled every thirty minutes. Each tour has limited capacity to maintain physical distancing needs. Purchase a timed entry ticket for your group of 2 to 6 people. Advance tickets required. The grounds are available to explore for free before or after your tour. </p> 2021-02-26 14:30:00 -0600
2/26/211:00 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
First Date: A New Musical
<p><em>When they are set up on a blind date by their well-meaning friends, Casey and Aaron will have to sing and dance their way through the pitfalls and perils of the dreaded first date in this musical comedy fresh from Broadway! Can this couple turn what could be a dating disaster into something special before the check arrives?</em><br><br>With a contemporary rock score, <em>First Date</em> gleefully pokes fun at the mishaps and mistakes of blind dates and gives hope that there could be that one perfect moment. FIRST DATE is written by Austin Winsberg, with music and lyrics by Alan Zachary & Michael Weiner. This production is directed by Elizabeth Tracey and presented by City Circle Theatre Company.</p> 2021-02-16 23:55:00 -0600
2/26/214:00 p.m.Coralville Center for the Performing ArtsCoralville -
After Hours: For America
<p>Enjoy a socially distanced and semi-private evening at the museum to view <em>For America</em>. Individual charcuterie plates from the Figge Café and wine are included with registration. Guides will be available in the exhibition space for questions and assistance.</p><p>Attendance will be limited to 10 people - <strong>register today</strong>!</p> 2021-02-08 19:00:00 -0600
2/26/215:00 p.m.Figge Art MuseumDavenport