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• Geek City Games
  89 2nd St Unit 8, Coralville
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  Tempest Games
  212 Edgewood Road NW, Suite K , Cedar Rapids
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• Pound Fitness Class

  <p>Instead of listening to music, you&nbsp;become&nbsp;the music in this&nbsp;exhilarating<br>full-body workout&nbsp;that combines&nbsp;cardio, conditioning, and strength training<br>with yoga and pilates-inspired movements. Using Ripstix®, lightly weighted<br>drumsticks engineered specifically for exercising, POUND&nbsp;transforms<br>drumming into an incredibly effective way of working out.</p><p>Designed for all fitness levels, POUND® provides the perfect atmosphere for<br>letting loose, getting energized, toning up and rockin’ out! The workout is<br>easily modifiable and the alternative vibe and welcoming philosophy appeals<br>to men and women of all ages and abilities.</p> 2020-02-24 19:00:00 -0600

  11/18/19 2019-11-18 18:00:00 -0600

  6:00 p.m.

  Gold Pointe Fitness Club

  Cedar Rapids

  10.0

• Red Barn Market Antiques

  <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td>We will be open this weekend for our final event of 2019! &nbsp;<p><br></p><p>Open Saturday 10am to 5 pm and&nbsp;</p><p>Sunday 12pm to 4 pm</p><p><br></p><p>We have sales throughout the store;&nbsp;</p><p>10% off Clocks</p><p>25% off Runners, Towels, Lanterns and Candles.</p><p>35% off all Christmas Items</p><p>Some markdowns on furniture as well!</p><p><br></p><p>We will be open by appointment anytime!</p><p><br></p><p>From all of us at Red Barn Market Antiques we wish you a Merry Christmas and all of the best in the New Year!</p></td></tr></tbody></table> 2019-12-15 16:00:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 12:00:00 -0600

  12:00 p.m.

  Red Barn Market Antiques

  West Branch

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• Going Inward with Sounds & Vibrations at Prairiewoods

  <p>Experience sound, stillness, gentle movement, playfulness and relaxation through the enigmatic vibrations of Himalayan and crystal singing bowls. During this hour at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha), Kathy Broghammer leads us in gentle movement through the song of bowls to connect with our inner selves. Sitting or lying on mats, we will listen and just be! Allowing the sounds and vibrations of the singing bowls to go inward, our souls will rest and we will be recreated! The cost is $10 per session. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2017-01-04 19:00:00 -0600

  12/18/19 2019-12-18 18:00:00 -0600

  6:00 p.m.

  Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center

  Hiawatha

  10.0

• Lucas Hunt - Poetry reading from his book IOWA (Thane & Prose)

  <h5>LUCAS HUNT&nbsp;grew up in a Grant Wood Iowa landscape of baseball parks, barnyard barbecues, and Lutheran Sunday school. The son of an oil well driller, Hunt dropped out of college and wandered the United States, Mexico, and Europe. In Paris, he lived in an apartment above Shakespeare &amp; Company Bookstore. In Wales, he studied at The University of Swansea. Along his journey, he worked on a pig farm, washed semi-trailer trucks, bartended at an American Legion Hall, and served as a park ranger.</h5><h5>Hunt was selected to attend the undergraduate Iowa Poetry Writer’s Workshop. While there, he worked as a police beat reporter for The Daily Iowan newspaper. He studied in the MFA program at Southampton College on Long Island. His debut collection of poetry, Lives, was published to critical acclaim in 2006 by Vagabond Press. The Midwest Book Review praised his "spot-on accurate cross-section of insights into the uniqueness of not only individual life, but also the seemingly commonplace phenomena that affect it." The Southampton Press called Hunt's poetry "a kind of Keatsean ardor underlying Elliotesque grapplings with the existential void."</h5><h5>His work has been published in The New York Times, East Hampton Star, Red Branch, Catapult, The Southampton Review, Clarion, Slice, Denimskin, Fiction Writers Review, among others, and received The John Steinbeck Award for Poetry. His second book of poetry, Light on the Concrete, was published in 2011 by The North Sea Press. The Literate Man Review said "Light on the Concrete has received accolades for its treatment of everyday subjects, which Hunt's precise and beautiful language infuses with feeling that we all recognize and share."</h5><h5>In 2016, Thane &amp; Prose published IOWA, the first in a five-book series that traces the poet’s progress through places of inspiration in an epic fashion. &nbsp;N. Thane Boulton said “It is my sure view that Mr. Hunt's body of work will elevate the form of poetry—while ushering in an American voice as vivid, vast and confident as America itself.” &nbsp;The next volume is HAMPTONS (2019). Further collections are NEW YORK, PARIS and ROME.</h5><h5>Lucas Hunt is the president of HUNT Auctioneers. He has helped raise millions of dollars and awareness for non-profit organizations. He graduated from World Wide College of Auctioneering, holds the coveted Benefit Auctioneer Specialist (BAS) designation, and is an outstanding member of the National Auctioneer’s Association. He serves on the board for The Poetry Society of New York.</h5><p><span style="font-size: 14px;"><em>Find complete information &amp; reviews of Lucas Hunt at website: &nbsp; &nbsp;</em></span><a data-saferedirecturl="https://www.google.com/url?q=http://www.lucashunt.com/&source=gmail&ust=1576100458622000&usg=AFQjCNGJf1hMZYm9tAlf9NvUWwDuLFAD-w" href="http://www.lucashunt.com/" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 14px;"><em>www.lucashunt.com</em></span></a></p> 2019-12-10 20:30:00 -0600

  12/21/19 2019-12-21 19:00:00 -0600

  7:00 p.m.

  Half Price Books

  Marion

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• Drumming for Healing at Prairiewoods

  <p>In the cosmic experience, drumming touches us at a deep level and brings all creation together as a community. Especially now, when our external and internal worlds can be so polarized, communication that bears witness to creative love is very important. Drumming—and feeling the Creator’s rhythm inside of us—resonates with a variety of people. All racial, economic, denominational and other differences can disappear when a group of people share rhythm. We are invited to join facilitator Sheri Mealhouse (Hawkwoman) at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) on the second and fourth Monday of each month for a healing drum circle. As we prayerfully listen to other drummers in order to make music, the whole group becomes one! No experience is necessary. You are welcome to bring your own drum or use one of ours. This drum circle will meet near the pond south of the Center if the weather is nice or in the Art Room during inclement weather. A free-will offering to the facilitator is accepted at the door. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2017-08-19 19:00:00 -0500

  12/23/19 2019-12-23 18:00:00 -0600

  6:00 p.m.

  Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center

  Hiawatha

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• Christmas Eve Day Dinner

  <p><strong>Free Community Christmas Eve Day Dinner</strong><br>St. Paul's <em><strong>Christmas Eve Day Dinner</strong></em> <em><strong>is for EVERYONE</strong></em> – those who are struggling, those who are thankful, those who are lonely, and those in need of good food and conversation. St. Paul's will host a <strong><em>FREE</em></strong> <em><strong>Christmas Eve Day Dinner</strong></em> with all the fixings in the Wesley Center on <strong>December 24, 12:00-2:00 pm</strong>. Meals are also delivered to shut-ins. After guests are finished with their meal, dessert and games and more fellowship will be offered in the new Gathering Space. Guests are welcome to join us for worship service at 2:00 pm in the Sanctuary. &nbsp;</p><p><strong>No donations will be asked. Call United Way 739-4211 (211) to make reservation or if homebound to have a meal delivered.&nbsp;</strong></p> 2019-11-05 14:00:00 -0600

  12/24/19 2019-12-24 12:00:00 -0600

  12:00 p.m.

  St. Paul's United Methodist Church

  Cedar Rapids

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• Let’s Roam Iowa City scavenger hunt

  <p>Searching for an exciting outdoor activity in Iowa City? The hunt is over! Download the Let’s Roam scavenger hunt app and start exploring today! Tourist, local, or new to town, this is a lively small group activity that anyone can enjoy. Lace up your walking shoes and get ready to experience Iowa City like you never have before. Snap pics, race against the clock, and put your navigation skills to the test as you roam through Iowa City discovering different destinations along the way, City of Literature has it all!</p><p>Just a few of the many stimulating stops are: Old State Capitol, County Courthouse, Englert Theatre, Lit Walk.</p><p><br></p><p>When we said these photo scavenger hunts are for everyone, we meant it; bridal parties we’re looking at you now! Out with the old Iowa City bachelorette party ideas, and in with the new, Let’s Roam is ready to lead you to premarital mayhem! Splendid for bachelors or bachelorettes, the laughs are guaranteed as you take on comical challenges and answer tough trivia. We can’t think of a better way to bond before the big day!</p><p><br></p><p>More adventures await with all the hunts in your area: City Beautiful, Musical Madison, and Lovely Lake Geneva.</p><p><br></p><p>It doesn’t matter how many hunters you have, Let’s Roam hunts are wonderful for large group activities in Iowa City too! If you’re looking for creative corporate event ideas; you can stop right there and contact us today. Split into teams to bring out the competitive spirit and camaraderie in your coworkers and find out who will make it into the Iowa City scavenger hunt hall of fame!&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>Toot toot! Roll on into the information station right here:&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>You'll have to navigate Iowa's Creative City to find victory. On this fun-filled Iowa City scavenger hunt, explore the pedestrian malls, literary landmarks and University of Iowa attractions.How did Illinois inspire the Old State Capitol? Why were the Englert's the sweetest couple in town? Find out on this scavenger hunt of Iowa City!.</p> 2019-12-15 23:59:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 00:00:00 -0600

  12:00 a.m.

  LetsRoam!

  Iowa City

  1

• Imagine Christmas

  <p>See the Christmas story in a new way at "Imagine Christmas," the St. Mark's Christmas Production. <br><br>This creative retelling of the Christmas story brings together a variety of dynamic musical ensembles, along with dramatic performances from adults, students and children. </p><p>Get into the Christmas spirit at "Imagine" this Christmas season.&nbsp;</p> 2019-11-27 10:00:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 08:30:00 -0600

  8:30 a.m.

  St. Mark's Lutheran Church Faith & Life Center

  Marion

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• Viva Hoover! The 1928 Goodwill Tour

  <p>After Herbert Hoover was elected in November of 1928 he took a Goodwill Tour of Latin America with his wife, Lou Henry Hoover. The exhibit will contain gifts, artifacts, photos and film footage from all of the stops on the trip. As well as showcase time spent aboard the USS Maryland and USS Utah. </p> 2019-12-15 17:00:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 09:00:00 -0600

  9:00 a.m.

  Herbert Hoover Presidential Museum and Library

  West Branch

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• 'Rising Together: Protest in Print'

  <p>This exhibit features artist books, prints, and zines with social justice themes drawn from the University of Iowa Special Collections and the <a href="http://www.collegebookart.org/" target="_blank">College Book Art Association</a> (CBAA) juried traveling exhibition <em>Rising Together</em>.</p><p>Through contemporary and historical examples, the exhibit demonstrates how artist books, zines, and prints give activism a visual voice and can serve as powerful agents in effecting positive social change on issues encompassing power, politics, war, immigration, the environment and more. Featured items include a wide range of editioned or one-of-a-kind book art and print activity–editioned artist books, sculptural bookworks, altered books, chapbooks, broadsides, protest signs, zines.</p><p>In addition to rare items from the University of Iowa's Special Collections, many contemporary artists, presses and collectives are represented in the CBAA portion of the show.</p><p><strong><em>Check Main Library Gallery hours of operation here:&nbsp;</em></strong><strong><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/" target="_blank">https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/</a>&nbsp;<em>Weekend hours are shortened.</em></strong></p><p><strong>The Main Library Gallery is located on the 1st Floor of the University of Iowa's Main Library. (Toward the north side of the building.)</strong></p> 2019-12-15 18:00:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 09:00:00 -0600

  9:00 a.m.

  Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa Libraries

  Iowa City

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• $6 Holiday Classics at Marcus Theatres

  <p>Bring the whole family together for the Holiday Classics Series at participating Marcus Theatres! Whether seeing them for the first time or the 100^th&nbsp;time, movies like “Elf” and “The Polar Express” are even more fun on the big screen. &nbsp;Best of all, admission is just $6 per person.</p><p>December 6-12: “How the Grinch Stole Christmas,” “White Christmas,” “Elf”</p><p>December 13-19: “It’s a Wonderful Life,” “The Polar Express,” “National Lampoon’s Christmas Vacation”</p><p>Visit MarcusTheatres.com for tickets, showtimes and a complete list participating locations: <a href="http://bit.ly/HolidayClassics2019">http://bit.ly/HolidayClassics2019</a> &nbsp;</p> 2019-12-15 22:00:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 10:00:00 -0600

  10:00 a.m.

  Marcus Cedar Rapids Cinema

  Cedar Rapids

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• Fundamentals of Metal Working: Pendant

  <p>In this full day metalworking class, learn the fundamentals of metalworking: &nbsp;sawing, filing, drilling, riveting, and stamping. &nbsp;Then design your pendant and put your newfound or refreshed skills to work. This class serves as a prerequisite for many classes in our metalworking series. No soldering involved in this project. &nbsp;No experience needed. &nbsp;Instructor: &nbsp;Maggie Joynt.</p><p>Registration is $128 and includes all materials, instruction, and use of studio and tools. &nbsp;Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</p> 2019-12-02 16:00:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 10:00:00 -0600

  10:00 a.m.

  Beadology Iowa

  Iowa City

  128

• Sunday Brunch Buffet

  <p>Fabulous Sunday Brunch Buffet, including hand carved Royal Baron of beef, carved tender Iowa ham, chicken, two vegetables, whipped potatoes, eggs, sausages, cinnamon rolls, hickory smoked bacon, deluxe salad bar, waffle bar, fruit crepes and more!</p> 2019-12-15 14:00:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 10:00:00 -0600

  10:00 a.m.

  Longbranch Restaurant

  Cedar Rapids

  9

• Celebrate the Holidays at Cedar Memorial

  <p><strong>Since 1942, it has been a tradition at Cedar Memorial to celebrate the holidays.</strong> We hope you'll join us for another season filled with holiday music, thousands of lights, and beautiful decorations!&nbsp;</p><p><strong>The Chapel of Memories Mausoleum</strong> will be decorated with festive trees, wreaths, ornaments and thousands of lights <strong>through Sunday, January 5</strong>. The Mausoleum is open 8:00 AM to 5:00 PM, Monday through Saturday and 11:00 AM to 3:00 PM on Sundays. The mausoleum will stay open to 7:00 PM Sunday, December 15 for the Holiday Music Legacy Program.&nbsp;</p><p>Holiday Music Legacy Program - Sunday, December 15</p><p>The musical performances will be in the Chapel of Memories. All performances will take place on Sunday, December 15.<br><br>2:00 – Harmony Hawks<br>4:00 – St. Pius X Elementary School Singers<br>6:00 – Washington High School Madrigal Singers<br><br><strong>Santa Claus</strong> will visit with children by the fireplace in the Chapel foyer from 1:00 to 7:00 PM.<br><br><strong>The Mausoleum&nbsp;</strong>will be open until 7:00 PM.</p> 2019-11-29 19:00:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 11:00:00 -0600

  11:00 a.m.

  Cedar Memorial

  Cedar Rapids

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• PrismsScape's Holiday Open House

  <p><strong>Open House Sales:</strong><br><br><strong>60% off&nbsp;</strong>Diotase, Blue Aragonite Specimens, Mongolian Quartz, Lg. Quartz Specimens, Rainbow Hematite<br><strong>50% off</strong> Apophyllite, Desert Rose Barite, Desert Rose Selenite, Lg. Agate Slices, Sugilite<br><strong>40% off</strong> Lg. Amethyst Hearts and Cathedrals<br><strong>30% off&nbsp;</strong>Himalayan Salt Lamps and Lemurians<br><strong>25% off</strong> Pendants $25 and Up<br><strong>15% off</strong> All other Jewelry<br><strong>10% off</strong> Crystals, Books, Pendulums, and Gifts<br><br><strong>WORKSHOPS &amp; TALKS</strong>&nbsp;</p><p><strong>SUNDAY: &nbsp;</strong><br><br><strong>Crystal Gridding: How Shape &amp; Form Influence Energetic Channels,</strong> Sunday 11:30am-12:30pm, (Free) Paul Bellus-Explore how shape and forms of crystals create cooperative channels of energies aiding in the manifestation of high-quality outcomes. Click here to register: <a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fprismsscape.com%2Fevent%2Fcrystal-gridding-how-shape-form-influence-energetic-channels%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1mepCwANNSB3kCszuxky1jYXCc0_OcKc6zaNaqIwXO0gE7vG2pYR7u13w&h=AT292yewWpS970yGzfyGd9PrJUStuzAqtxUtbD6QZ1qsmd6NOpeIiKEBgH6JMqcp3eb2GlubbVD524Rgor8N6gAwMBb2OUIOvKDV0Z-HrHBWXDxMRPVkceZk7xxrcGJ9hQ" href="https://prismsscape.com/event/crystal-gridding-how-shape-form-influence-energetic-channels/?fbclid=IwAR1mepCwANNSB3kCszuxky1jYXCc0_OcKc6zaNaqIwXO0gE7vG2pYR7u13w" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://prismsscape.com/event/crystal-gridding-how-shape-form-influence-energetic-channels/</a> <br><br><strong>Self Acceptance Vs. Ego,</strong> 1:00pm-2:30pm, ($20) Jan Hein-Asking difficult questions can lead to answers we have longed for our entire life. What is the difference between Self-Love or Ego? What is your perception of your ‘ego’ in this moment? Guided meditations assist you in releasing that which no longer serves you and allowing new potentials to happen. Click here to register: <a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fprismsscape.com%2Fevent%2Fself-acceptance-vs-ego%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1MDRwfBGsCQMLtW2mXHLoVp-QNWCbSRscMHkaGJ1CwLWPlw1IkLsCoT5w&h=AT0EIVU5wqOcsrolCvjgWwwwhEZzuXvMFeNDTObrO5n-xzuAjpTfkQDnEx_moWZs78K76rOceRr7thUrHvKgk4OFZbwEH_hJUN0FT0H8NgAgZVv-bi0V7KGoB3KvGIRCXg" href="https://prismsscape.com/event/self-acceptance-vs-ego/?fbclid=IwAR1MDRwfBGsCQMLtW2mXHLoVp-QNWCbSRscMHkaGJ1CwLWPlw1IkLsCoT5w" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://prismsscape.com/event/self-acceptance-vs-ego/</a><br> <br><strong>Soul Journey/Astrology Charts,</strong> 3:00pm-4:00pm, ($20) Kristin Wieland-How do the planets effect our daily lives? How can we connect to the planets to bring peace, healing, and abundance into our lives? Kristin will share her personal story of learning astrology, the birth of soul journey charts, and how to connect to our charts and their aspects to improve our lives. Click here to register: <a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fprismsscape.com%2Fevent%2Fsoul-journey-astrology-charts%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3JMMU6UKaDPGvnX3V6pKXdXpzXKJPCecP3WYgJdJ2NZNzT7pc61xtxkkc&h=AT1cPQRlBRhPXFqwJwLSGjkL14HcdrnCnmr7ASAh3os90emMf3fT195wxKRLteZZb0q-ulXUAlnWszipv5OQptGq-zrA1ueI3K6hqkj2w3Ak5Y1BpAjXnNsIPBPDkg2QDA" href="https://prismsscape.com/event/soul-journey-astrology-charts/?fbclid=IwAR3JMMU6UKaDPGvnX3V6pKXdXpzXKJPCecP3WYgJdJ2NZNzT7pc61xtxkkc" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://prismsscape.com/event/soul-journey-astrology-charts/</a><br><br><br></p> 2019-11-27 16:00:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 11:00:00 -0600

  11:00 a.m.

  PrismsScape Gems and Healing Center

  Iowa city

  0

• Imagine Christmas

  <p>See the Christmas story in a new way at "Imagine Christmas," the St. Mark's Christmas Production.<br><br>This creative retelling of the Christmas story brings together a variety of dynamic musical ensembles, along with dramatic performances from adults, students and children.</p><p>Get in the Christmas spirit at "Imagine" this Christmas season.&nbsp;</p> 2019-11-27 12:30:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 11:00:00 -0600

  11:00 a.m.

  St. Mark's Lutheran Church Faith & Life Center

  Marion

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• 2019 Wrapping For a Cause

  <p>The Arc of East Central Iowa presents our annual Wrapping for a Cause at Lindale Mall. Our volunteers will begin wrapping on Friday, December 6, 2019 and continue through Christmas Eve. Hours are 11:00 AM to 8:00 PM Monday through Saturday and 11:00 AM to 5:00 PM on Sundays and 9am-3pm on Christmas Eve. The wrapping booth will be located in the food court just inside the Collins Rd entrance. We have a wide variety of wraps to choose from and eager volunteers to add that special touch to your special gift.</p> 2019-12-15 20:00:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 11:00:00 -0600

  11:00 a.m.

  Lindale Mall

  Cedar Rapids

  3

• Baby & Me Storytime!

  <p>Join us every Sunday for our Baby &amp; Me Storytime, as we read a book and participate in activities featuring sensory growth for your little ones. This week we're reading <em>Colors Pop-up Peekaboo!</em> For caregivers and children ages 0-2. Plus, get a coupon for a free tall, hot or iced Starbucks coffee.</p> 2019-11-20 12:00:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 11:00:00 -0600

  11:00 a.m.

  Barnes and Noble

  Cedar Rapids

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• Music in the Mansion Holiday Tours

  <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 with the music of the 1929 Skinner player pipe organ. &nbsp;</p> 2019-12-15 15:30:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 11:30:00 -0600

  11:30 a.m.

  brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  10

• Digital Media Lab Help

  <p>Want to get some help starting a digital media project like scanning photos, editing a video, or converting a VHS? A staff member can help you get started with a project, troubleshoot hardware, or give you an orientation to the room. Stop in to get creative! </p> 2019-12-15 17:00:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 12:00:00 -0600

  12:00 p.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• Drop-In DIY Gift Wrapping

  <p>Need to wrap some holiday gifts in secret? Someplace where prying eyes can’t see? Let ICPL help! We’ll have Drop-in DIY Gift Wrapping in the 2nd floor Digital Media Lab the whole month of December. We’ll have assorted holiday gift wraps, gift bags, ribbons and bows – or you can bring your own. We’ll have lots of scissors, tape, and plenty of space for you to wrap your gifts in peace. Limit of 5 gifts per person please. </p> 2019-12-15 16:30:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 12:00:00 -0600

  12:00 p.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• Unwrapped: Gifts from the Peter Norton Family Christmas Project, 1988-2018

  <p>Retired computer entrepreneur Peter Norton (Norton Antivirus Software) is a contemporary art collector as well as an active participant in various civic and philanthropic activities. In 1988, the Norton Family Christmas Project began commissioning artists to create original, multiple-edition works that were mailed as holiday greetings to friends, colleagues, and selected institutions. In 2017, the CRMA received the bulk of these wonderful holiday greetings from Director Emeritus Terry Pitts and his wife Kathy Hall.</p><p><br></p><p>The objects and artists’ books that comprise the Project collection are incredibly varied. A sense of whimsy runs through many of the pieces: salt and pepper shakers become snow globes, a music box exhorts us to be silent. Many works also have a sociopolitical focus, addressing issues as varied as slavery, AIDS, and gender identity. Taken together, the Norton Family Christmas Project objects and artists’ books provide a wonderful snapshot of the last thirty years of activity in the art world at large, presenting the work of both emerging and more established artists. The 2018 edition of the Norton Family Christmas Project was the last and ended the series.</p> 2019-12-15 16:00:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 12:00:00 -0600

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

  0

• Up All Night: The Art of the Dark

  <p>From Renaissance artists painting images of the Nativity to 18th century artists depicting new scientific discoveries to Post-Impressionist painters such as Van Gogh turning the night sky into a mesmeric swirl of brush strokes, the night has been inspiring artists for hundreds of years. The dark can symbolize many things in art: mystery, solitude, fear, superstition, secrets, or death. The striking juxtaposition of light against the night may represent hope, discovery, magic, the evidence of a divine presence, or other forms of literal “enlightenment.” Historically, night scenes were a chance for artists to show off their mastery of painting light effects. Moonlight, candles, and later, electric lights against the dark added drama to the scene. <em>Up All Night&nbsp;</em>celebrates the night scenes in the CRMA’s collection: Grant Wood’s evocative Quaker Oats, Marvin Cone’s charming Christmas cards, M.C. Escher’s tesselated <em>Day into Night</em>, amongst others. Enjoy the look at one of art history’s oldest ways of infusing drama into art.</p><p><br></p> 2019-12-15 16:00:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 12:00:00 -0600

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

  0

• Art at Brucemore: Glass Tree Workshop

  <p><strong>Celebrate the beauty of Brucemore and embrace your creativity!&nbsp;</strong>Join <a href="http://www.iowaceramicscenter.org/">iowa Ceramics Center</a> in creating a glass Christmas tree. &nbsp;Pick up your creation after the event and take it home for a lasting memory of this workshop. All materials and supplies will be provided. Space is limited.&nbsp;</p> 2019-10-29 14:30:00 -0500

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 13:00:00 -0600

  1:00 p.m.

  brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

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• Sunday Funday: Beaded Icicles

  <p>Have you ever wished you could bring the beautiful icicles indoors without the fear of melting? Today we will be making icicles with pipe cleaners and many colored beads! </p> 2019-12-03 16:00:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 14:00:00 -0600

  2:00 p.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• Elf Jingle's Christmas Surprise

  <p><br></p><p>Curmudgeonly Elf Jingle thinks children are just greedy, as he and Mrs. Claus look over some letters on Christmas Eve.</p><p><br></p><p>Before Jingle heads out to help Santa with his deliveries, he learns that there isn’t enough snow along the route and that there’s a revolt among the packages at Loading Dock No. 12.</p><p><br></p><p>Audience members can sing along to some of their favorite Christmas carols.</p><p><br></p><p>All Performances</p><p><br></p><p>Saturday, December 14, 2019 11:00 am</p><p>Saturday, December 14, 2019 2:00 pm</p><p>Sunday, December 15, 2019 2:00 pm</p><p>Saturday, December 21, 2019 11:00 am</p><p>Saturday, December 21, 2019 2:00 pm</p><p>Sunday, December 22, 2019 2:00 pm</p><p>Friday, December 27, 2019 2:00 pm</p>

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 14:00:00 -0600

  2:00 p.m.

  Hazel Green Opera House

  Hazel Green

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• Marion Big Band Christmas Concert

  <p>The 14th annual Marion Big Band’s Christmas Concert at the Coggon Opera House is set for Sunday, December 15 at 2 p.m. <br><br>The first half will be traditional big band tunes, but the Santa hats come out after intermission and it’s time for the "Sounds of the Season." Admission is free, but donations are welcome to further the work of the Opera House. Doors open 30 minutes beforehand. <br><br>"Holiday Desserts," hosted by Coggon Historical Society, will follow the concert at the Coggon Historical Hall, at 123 E. Main Street. </p>

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 14:00:00 -0600

  2:00 p.m.

  Coggon Opera House

  Coggon

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• Christmas Double Feature

  <p><strong>The Night Before Christmas&nbsp;</strong>unfolds in a magical public library with a jolly library volunteer sharing music, dancing and a holiday tale during the weekly story hour. &nbsp;Come see how this classic poem comes to life with dancing reindeer, original music and, of course, Santa himself.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>A Charlie Brown Christmas -&nbsp;</strong>The lovable kids of the Charles Schultz classic from the beloved holiday TV Special are brought to life on stage. Join Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Snoopy and the gang as they celebrate Christmas!&nbsp;</p> 2019-08-02 15:30:00 -0500

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 14:00:00 -0600

  2:00 p.m.

  Hope Martin Theatre

  Waterloo

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• Scholastic Chess Club

  <p>Group lessons, organized chess activities, friendly tournaments, and free time to just play chess.</p><p>Join the Scholastic Chess Club the first and third Sundays of the month (Sept-May) from 2-5 pm at Downtown Library. Students grades K-12 are welcome to come and learn how to play this great universal game! Take part in group lessons, organized chess activities, friendly tournaments, and free time to just play chess. For more information, connect with the Cedar Rapids Chess Club on Facebook or visit www.chessiniowa.org/crchess.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-12-15 16:30:00 -0600

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 14:00:00 -0600

  2:00 p.m.

  Downtown Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

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• Cornell College Theatre Production: The Wolves

  <p dir="ltr">By Sarah DeLappe, directed by Katy Hahn. Left quad. Right quad. Lunge. A girls indoor soccer team warms up. From the safety of their suburban stretch circle, the team navigates big questions and wages tiny battles with all the vim and vigor of a pack of adolescent warriors. A portrait of life, liberty, and the pursuit of happiness for nine American girls who just want to score some goals.&nbsp;</p><p dir="ltr">Reviews:&nbsp;</p><p dir="ltr">"The scary, exhilarating brightness of raw adolescence emanates from every scene of this uncannily assured first play by Sarah DeLappe." — The New York Times</p><p dir="ltr">"The Wolves is a delightful meditation on society, sex, and soccer … DeLappe's dialogue is hilarious and idiosyncratic, moving swiftly from gross-out humor to pain [...] She offers us ninety minutes in a smart, sympathetic, female world. It's a patch of Astroturf I would gladly set foot on again." — The Village Voice</p>

  12/15/19 2019-12-15 14:00:00 -0600

  2:00 p.m.

  First Street Community Center

  Mount Vernon

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