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Wednesday Afternoon Caregiver Coffee
<p>A group for all caregivers who are providing support to share their story, was well as listen and learn as they connect with others. No registration required. To join via Zoom call 888-788-0099. Meeting ID: 853 4860 0074. Passcode: 655337</p> 2023-01-23 15:00:00 -0600
2/01/231:30 p.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
Cedar Amateur Astronomers Virtual Public Night
<p>Join Cedar Amateur Astronomers as we host accomplished amateur astronomer Mr. David Falkner for a virtual presentation at 7:30 PM on February 11, 2023. The title of Dave's presentation is "My Amazing and Unexpected Journey to Visit the Research Telescopes in Chile."</p><p>Dave was one of 10 people selected nationally to participate in ACEAP (Astronomy in Chile Educator Ambassadors Program). His talk is about his 11-day experience in December visiting and staying at three major US-owned observatories in Chile: Cerro Pachón (home of the Gemini South telescope), Cerro Tololo Inter-American Observatory (CTIO), and the Atacama Large Millimeter/submillimeter Array (ALMA) radio telescope. While at these facilities, Dave and the other ACEAP Ambassadors received extensive training about the instruments, the science, data products, and communicating science, technology, engineering, and mathematics (STEM) concepts. The program also introduced the ambassadors to the people and culture of Chile. Dave is excited to talk about this amazing experience.</p><p>After a successful 20-year career Dave retired from the US Navy and settled in Minnesota where he became an active member of the Minnesota Astronomical Society. He has served as its President and enjoys performing astronomical outreach often speaking to groups at libraries, nature centers and schools. He is a NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador and has authored the book “The Mythology of the Night Sky – Greek, Roman and Other Celestial Lore, Second Edition.”</p><p>Go to cedar-astronomers.org/events for more information. </p> 2023-01-12 20:30:00 -0600
2/11/237:30 p.m.Eastern Iowa Observatory and Learning CenterEly -
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HEADS-UP ON PROPERTY TAX REFORM IN IOWA – VIA ZOOM
<p><strong>Dawn Jindrich, Linn County Finance Director</strong><strong> </strong>will be on the front line in making budget adjustments to accommodate final decisions on tax reform. She will bring an informative presentation “Heads Up on Property Tax Reform” in which she will share her perspective and answer our questions at the League of Women Voters Linn County Cedar Rapids VIRTUAL public meeting 10 a.m. - Noon Saturday, February 4.</p><p>“This is a great time to reinforce the direct connection between taxes paid and important services provided by local government. Our current Iowa Legislature is committed to Property Tax Reform, and it's critical for Iowans to understand what questions to ask about new legislation” says Barb Wild, LWVLC 1<sup>st</sup> VP, Programs.</p><p>This First Saturday meeting, as are all LWV membership meetings, is open to the public and pre-registration is not required. The virtual meeting can be joined via the links below:</p><p><strong>Zoom Link:</strong></p><p><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82513160042?pwd=aUhMbkVCemQzVXVxY3pNaEtRbVdsdz09">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/82513160042?pwd=aUhMbkVCemQzVXVxY3pNaEtRbVdsdz09</a></p><p>Meeting ID: 825 1316 0042</p><p>Passcode: 736897</p><p>Dial in (audio only): 312 626 6799</p><p>In addition to the live presentation the meeting will be recorded and available on the League of Women Voters Linn County website <a href="http://www.lwvlinncounty.org/">www.lwvlinncounty.org</a> .</p><p>Whether virtual or in person, all LWV membership meetings are open to the public The League of Women Voters Linn County is a non-profit volunteer political organization that neither supports or opposes any candidate or political party, encourages citizen participation in government and is open to everyone 16 years and older.</p> 2023-01-24 12:00:00 -06002/04/2310:00 a.m.LEAGUE OF WOMEN VOTERS Linn CountyCedar Rapids -
Men's Caregiver Coffee
<p>A group for male caregivers to share their story, learn caregiving tips and network with others. To join via Zoom: Call 888-788-0099. Meeting ID: 871 1618 4852. Passcode: 811909.</p> 2023-01-19 10:00:00 -0600
2/07/238:00 a.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
UI Tippie College Life Lessons webinar on Death is in the Details
<p>There are many things to consider when preparing for your own death. Do you want to leave a legacy or spend it all while you're here? Are inheritance taxes the same in every state (hint: the answer is no). What are your final wishes and are people prepared (and have you done the proper paperwork) so that those wishes can be followed? What do you need to do if you are wrapping up an estate? Our team of experts will provide guidance and insight to help you prepare. Moderated by Pat Heiden, former Executive Director of Oaknoll Retirement Residence with panelists <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-hagan-1602a03b/" title="Susan Hagen Linked In profile">Susan Hagen</a> (BA90/JD94), Executive Director of Planned Giving at the UI Center for Advancement, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-michael-7312b196/" title="Bob Michael Linked In bio">Robert Michael</a>, Partner at Holland, Michael, Raiber & Sittig PLC; and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-lensing-a7356431/" title="Michael Lensing Linked In bio">Michael Lensing</a>, Funeral Director and Co-owner, Lensing Funeral and Cremation Services.</p> 2022-08-01 13:00:00 -05002/08/2312:00 p.m.University of Iowa Tippie College of BusinessIowa City -
Univ of Iowa Tippie College Life Lessons Webinar - Last, But Not Least: Tax considerations for life's milestones
<p><br>Life’s milestones come with celebrations, emotions – and decision making. It is easy to get caught up in the planning and details of events while neglecting to consider strategic tax planning. Starting a new job, marriage or divorce, buying a home, starting a family, retirement and death all present unique tax issues and require proactive decisions to maximize the after-tax consequences. Join the conversation between Barbara Thomas (MBA11), Executive Director, Tippie Alumni and Constituent Relations and Tippie Associate Professor of Practice Kay Hegarty, CPA (BBA80) as they share questions and answers providing tax insights for each stage of life.</p> 2022-08-17 13:00:00 -05003/01/2312:00 p.m.University of Iowa Tippie College of BusinessIowa City -
The Academy SPS Critical Conversations - Timeless Voices: The Speeches/Letters of Notable African Americans
<p>We are happy to report that Critical Conversations will return for Season Three. Our theme, Timeless Voices: The Speeches/Letters of Notable African Americans, will meet on Zoom, the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month from 7:00-8:30 PM, beginning September 28. (We are planning to build in a couple of in-person meetings as well. More to come on that later).</p><p>Plan to participate in the discussion, analysis, and salient conversation regarding the words and wisdom of Nikole Hannah-Jones, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, James Baldwin, Toni Morrison, and Angela Davis, among others. We will be peeling back the layers; you may think you know these contributors to our history--and you may-- but there is always more to know. Join us to begin or continue learning.</p><p>Moderators: Dr. Ruth E. White, Eric McKinley Thompson, and Betty Daniels</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Registration is required. </strong>Register on The Academy SPS Facebook page or at <a href="http://theacademysps.com/">theacademysps.com</a>.</p><p dir="ltr">We look forward to a robust series and hope you are, too! We hope that you will encourage friends and colleagues to join as well. </p><p dir="ltr"><em>A safe place to learn and discuss Black history, Black culture & social justice.</em></p> 2023-02-08 20:30:00 -0600
2/08/237:00 p.m.Cherry BuildingCedar Rapids -
The Academy SPS Critical Conversations - Timeless Voices: The Speeches/Letters of Notable African Americans
<p>We are happy to report that Critical Conversations will return for Season Three. Our theme, Timeless Voices: The Speeches/Letters of Notable African Americans, will meet on Zoom, the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month from 7:00-8:30 PM, beginning September 28. (We are planning to build in a couple of in-person meetings as well. More to come on that later).</p><p>Plan to participate in the discussion, analysis, and salient conversation regarding the words and wisdom of Nikole Hannah-Jones, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, James Baldwin, Toni Morrison, and Angela Davis, among others. We will be peeling back the layers; you may think you know these contributors to our history--and you may-- but there is always more to know. Join us to begin or continue learning.</p><p>Moderators: Dr. Ruth E. White, Eric McKinley Thompson, and Betty Daniels</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Registration is required. </strong>Register on The Academy SPS Facebook page or at <a href="http://theacademysps.com/">theacademysps.com</a>.</p><p dir="ltr">We look forward to a robust series and hope you are, too! We hope that you will encourage friends and colleagues to join as well. </p><p dir="ltr"><em>A safe place to learn and discuss Black history, Black culture & social justice.</em></p> 2023-03-08 20:30:00 -0600
3/08/237:00 p.m.Cherry BuildingCedar Rapids -
The Academy SPS Critical Conversations - Timeless Voices: The Speeches/Letters of Notable African Americans
<p>We are happy to report that Critical Conversations will return for Season Three. Our theme, Timeless Voices: The Speeches/Letters of Notable African Americans, will meet on Zoom, the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month from 7:00-8:30 PM, beginning September 28. (We are planning to build in a couple of in-person meetings as well. More to come on that later).</p><p>Plan to participate in the discussion, analysis, and salient conversation regarding the words and wisdom of Nikole Hannah-Jones, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, James Baldwin, Toni Morrison, and Angela Davis, among others. We will be peeling back the layers; you may think you know these contributors to our history--and you may-- but there is always more to know. Join us to begin or continue learning.</p><p>Moderators: Dr. Ruth E. White, Eric McKinley Thompson, and Betty Daniels</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Registration is required. </strong>Register on The Academy SPS Facebook page or at <a href="http://theacademysps.com/">theacademysps.com</a>.</p><p dir="ltr">We look forward to a robust series and hope you are, too! We hope that you will encourage friends and colleagues to join as well. </p><p dir="ltr"><em>A safe place to learn and discuss Black history, Black culture & social justice.</em></p> 2023-04-12 20:30:00 -0500
4/12/237:00 p.m.Cherry BuildingCedar Rapids -
THE ACADEMY SPS CRITICAL CONVERSATIONS - TIMELESS VOICES: THE SPEECHES/LETTERS OF NOTABLE AFRICAN AMERICANS
<p>We are happy to report that Critical Conversations will return for Season Three. Our theme, Timeless Voices: The Speeches/Letters of Notable African Americans, will meet on Zoom, the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month from 7:00-8:30 PM, beginning September 28. (We are planning to build in a couple of in-person meetings as well. More to come on that later).</p><p>Plan to participate in the discussion, analysis, and salient conversation regarding the words and wisdom of Nikole Hannah-Jones, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, James Baldwin, Toni Morrison, and Angela Davis, among others. We will be peeling back the layers; you may think you know these contributors to our history--and you may-- but there is always more to know. Join us to begin or continue learning.</p><p>Moderators: Dr. Ruth E. White, Eric McKinley Thompson, and Betty Daniels</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Registration is required. </strong>Register on The Academy SPS Facebook page or at <a href="http://theacademysps.com/">theacademysps.com</a>.</p><p dir="ltr">We look forward to a robust series and hope you are, too! We hope that you will encourage friends and colleagues to join as well. </p><p dir="ltr"><em>A safe place to learn and discuss Black history, Black culture & social justice.</em></p> 2023-02-22 20:30:00 -0600
2/22/237:00 p.m.Cherry BuildingCedar Rapids -
THE ACADEMY SPS CRITICAL CONVERSATIONS - TIMELESS VOICES: THE SPEECHES/LETTERS OF NOTABLE AFRICAN AMERICANS
<p>We are happy to report that Critical Conversations will return for Season Three. Our theme, Timeless Voices: The Speeches/Letters of Notable African Americans, will meet on Zoom, the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month from 7:00-8:30 PM, beginning September 28. (We are planning to build in a couple of in-person meetings as well. More to come on that later).</p><p>Plan to participate in the discussion, analysis, and salient conversation regarding the words and wisdom of Nikole Hannah-Jones, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, James Baldwin, Toni Morrison, and Angela Davis, among others. We will be peeling back the layers; you may think you know these contributors to our history--and you may-- but there is always more to know. Join us to begin or continue learning.</p><p>Moderators: Dr. Ruth E. White, Eric McKinley Thompson, and Betty Daniels</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Registration is required. </strong>Register on The Academy SPS Facebook page or at <a href="http://theacademysps.com/">theacademysps.com</a>.</p><p dir="ltr">We look forward to a robust series and hope you are, too! We hope that you will encourage friends and colleagues to join as well. </p><p dir="ltr"><em>A safe place to learn and discuss Black history, Black culture & social justice.</em></p> 2023-03-22 20:30:00 -0500
3/22/237:00 p.m.Cherry BuildingCedar Rapids -
THE ACADEMY SPS CRITICAL CONVERSATIONS - TIMELESS VOICES: THE SPEECHES/LETTERS OF NOTABLE AFRICAN AMERICANS
<p>We are happy to report that Critical Conversations will return for Season Three. Our theme, Timeless Voices: The Speeches/Letters of Notable African Americans, will meet on Zoom, the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month from 7:00-8:30 PM, beginning September 28. (We are planning to build in a couple of in-person meetings as well. More to come on that later).</p><p>Plan to participate in the discussion, analysis, and salient conversation regarding the words and wisdom of Nikole Hannah-Jones, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, James Baldwin, Toni Morrison, and Angela Davis, among others. We will be peeling back the layers; you may think you know these contributors to our history--and you may-- but there is always more to know. Join us to begin or continue learning.</p><p>Moderators: Dr. Ruth E. White, Eric McKinley Thompson, and Betty Daniels</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Registration is required. </strong>Register on The Academy SPS Facebook page or at <a href="http://theacademysps.com/">theacademysps.com</a>.</p><p dir="ltr">We look forward to a robust series and hope you are, too! We hope that you will encourage friends and colleagues to join as well. </p><p dir="ltr"><em>A safe place to learn and discuss Black history, Black culture & social justice.</em></p> 2023-04-26 20:30:00 -0500
4/26/237:00 p.m.Cherry BuildingCedar Rapids -
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Prayer Experience Series with Prairiewoods
<p>We are blessed with many ways to pray and reflect including songful prayer, contemplative prayer, visio divina, embodied prayer, silent prayer and guided meditation. Join Prairiewoods and facilitator Rev. Jean Sullivan for this ongoing prayer series via Zoom. Together we will experience the joys of prayer and meditation. Each Tuesday, join the Prayer Experience using the Zoom meeting link https://zoom.us/j/739543244?pwd=QnBXZURsQnpuSFNFZG91ZkRoUVY3dz09. If prompted, enter meeting ID 739 543 244 and passcode 042717. A free-will offering will be accepted, and registration is not required. For more information, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2022-12-14 12:00:00 -0600
2/07/2311:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Prayer Experience Series with Prairiewoods
<p>We are blessed with many ways to pray and reflect including songful prayer, contemplative prayer, visio divina, embodied prayer, silent prayer and guided meditation. Join Prairiewoods and facilitator Rev. Jean Sullivan for this ongoing prayer series via Zoom. Together we will experience the joys of prayer and meditation. Each Tuesday, join the Prayer Experience using the Zoom meeting link https://zoom.us/j/739543244?pwd=QnBXZURsQnpuSFNFZG91ZkRoUVY3dz09. If prompted, enter meeting ID 739 543 244 and passcode 042717. A free-will offering will be accepted, and registration is not required. For more information, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2023-02-14 12:00:00 -0600
2/14/2311:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Prayer Experience Series with Prairiewoods
<p>We are blessed with many ways to pray and reflect including songful prayer, contemplative prayer, visio divina, embodied prayer, silent prayer and guided meditation. Join Prairiewoods and facilitator Rev. Jean Sullivan for this ongoing prayer series via Zoom. Together we will experience the joys of prayer and meditation. Each Tuesday, join the Prayer Experience using the Zoom meeting link https://zoom.us/j/739543244?pwd=QnBXZURsQnpuSFNFZG91ZkRoUVY3dz09. If prompted, enter meeting ID 739 543 244 and passcode 042717. A free-will offering will be accepted, and registration is not required. For more information, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2023-02-21 12:00:00 -0600
2/21/2311:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Prayer Experience Series with Prairiewoods
<p>We are blessed with many ways to pray and reflect including songful prayer, contemplative prayer, visio divina, embodied prayer, silent prayer and guided meditation. Join Prairiewoods and facilitator Rev. Jean Sullivan for this ongoing prayer series via Zoom. Together we will experience the joys of prayer and meditation. Each Tuesday, join the Prayer Experience using the Zoom meeting link https://zoom.us/j/739543244?pwd=QnBXZURsQnpuSFNFZG91ZkRoUVY3dz09. If prompted, enter meeting ID 739 543 244 and passcode 042717. A free-will offering will be accepted, and registration is not required. For more information, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2023-02-28 12:00:00 -0600
2/28/2311:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Holistic Healing for Educators & Classrooms, Credit 1 with Prairiewoods
<p>Mindfulness practices restore holistic healing and build resiliency, joy, optimism and curiosity. All lead to increased health and well-being. Highly participative and reflective, this online retreat via Zoom offers educators opportunity to build personal plans for mindfulness and self-compassion. This course provides educators with research-based theory, collaborative design and opportunities to practice. Participants will need to order their own copy of the text <em>Practicing Presence.</em> This is a three-day online workshop led by Kim Seward, RN, BSN, CMI, & Ann Jackson, PBVM of Prairiewoods. The cost is $50 to Prairiewoods and $35 paid to Grant Wood Area Education Agency. (Thanks to a generous donation by the Sisters of the Presentation, Dubuque, all additional costs will be covered.) It requires dual registration with Prairiewoods and Grant Wood AEA. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2022-12-10 21:00:00 -0600
2/24/235:30 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
<p>CRIFF celebrates that people with ties to Iowa are in the film production industry everywhere. We provide a venue for for these filmmakers to screen their work for peers and general audiences, encourage Iowa independent filmmakers to continue improving their craft, present a unique cultural event to the community, and to offer networking opportunities for local and distant filmmakers.</p><p>Every entrant, whether selected or not, is welcome to one <strong>COMPLIMENTARY FULL-EVENT TICKET</strong>, and has the opportunity to schedule a personal <strong>CONVERSATION WITH THE JUDGES</strong>, on Sunday April 16. This rare opportunity for one-on-one feedback has long been a hallmark of the Festival, and is regarded by many filmmakers as the most valuable perk of entry. </p><p>Our rules are outlined in great detail on the FilmFreeway page, however there is one rule that sets us apart from any other film festival in the world: the <strong>IOWA CONNECTION</strong>. A big part of CRIFF is recognizing that people with ties to Iowa are in the production industry everywhere. We're looking for films from anywhere and by anyone, with an Iowa connection of some sort. That could be a crew or cast member who lived, worked or went to school in Iowa; a film that was produced, at least in part, in Iowa; or a story featuring an Iowa subject or Iowan (past or present, real or fictional). In past years, we've had films submitted from all across the US, and even from other countries. If you don't think your film qualifies, ask around...you just might have an Iowan on set!</p><p>In addition to being screened - twice - for our enthusiastic audience, Official Selections are honored with a commemorative <strong>T-SHIRT</strong> (with your name on the back), your entry featured in promotional statewide media, and advancement into the <strong>EDDY AWARDS</strong> competition. </p><p><strong>GOLD</strong> and <strong>SILVER EDDY Awards</strong> are presented in Professional, Pro-Am and Student categories for Features, Shorts, Documentaries, and "Freestyle" (experimental, music video, video art, etc.) films. We also award the <strong>AUDIENCE CHOICE EDDY</strong>, voted on by audience members. </p><p><strong>The IOWA CONNECTION EDDY</strong> is awarded to that film which best represents Iowa's filmmaking community. Simply, it is a film that tells the world WHO is making films in Iowa, WHY they're doing it in this state, and WHAT Iowa stories are being told. </p><p>Finally, the <strong>COLLINS ROAD THEATRES SCHOLARSHIP ($1000)</strong> is awarded each year to a student filmmaker in order to further the recipient's filmmaking education and career. </p> 2022-12-12 23:00:00 -0600
4/14/235:00 p.m.Collins Road TheatresMarion -
Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
<p>CRIFF celebrates that people with ties to Iowa are in the film production industry everywhere. We provide a venue for for these filmmakers to screen their work for peers and general audiences, encourage Iowa independent filmmakers to continue improving their craft, present a unique cultural event to the community, and to offer networking opportunities for local and distant filmmakers.</p><p>Every entrant, whether selected or not, is welcome to one <strong>COMPLIMENTARY FULL-EVENT TICKET</strong>, and has the opportunity to schedule a personal <strong>CONVERSATION WITH THE JUDGES</strong>, on Sunday April 16. This rare opportunity for one-on-one feedback has long been a hallmark of the Festival, and is regarded by many filmmakers as the most valuable perk of entry. </p><p>Our rules are outlined in great detail on the FilmFreeway page, however there is one rule that sets us apart from any other film festival in the world: the <strong>IOWA CONNECTION</strong>. A big part of CRIFF is recognizing that people with ties to Iowa are in the production industry everywhere. We're looking for films from anywhere and by anyone, with an Iowa connection of some sort. That could be a crew or cast member who lived, worked or went to school in Iowa; a film that was produced, at least in part, in Iowa; or a story featuring an Iowa subject or Iowan (past or present, real or fictional). In past years, we've had films submitted from all across the US, and even from other countries. If you don't think your film qualifies, ask around...you just might have an Iowan on set!</p><p>In addition to being screened - twice - for our enthusiastic audience, Official Selections are honored with a commemorative <strong>T-SHIRT</strong> (with your name on the back), your entry featured in promotional statewide media, and advancement into the <strong>EDDY AWARDS</strong> competition. </p><p><strong>GOLD</strong> and <strong>SILVER EDDY Awards</strong> are presented in Professional, Pro-Am and Student categories for Features, Shorts, Documentaries, and "Freestyle" (experimental, music video, video art, etc.) films. We also award the <strong>AUDIENCE CHOICE EDDY</strong>, voted on by audience members. </p><p><strong>The IOWA CONNECTION EDDY</strong> is awarded to that film which best represents Iowa's filmmaking community. Simply, it is a film that tells the world WHO is making films in Iowa, WHY they're doing it in this state, and WHAT Iowa stories are being told. </p><p>Finally, the <strong>COLLINS ROAD THEATRES SCHOLARSHIP ($1000)</strong> is awarded each year to a student filmmaker in order to further the recipient's filmmaking education and career. </p> 2023-04-15 23:00:00 -0500
4/15/235:00 p.m.Collins Road TheatresMarion -
Go Deeper Thursdays at Prairiewoods
<p>Go Deeper Thursdays emerged in the context of the global pandemic, or as Prairiewoods calls it, the <em>PanDeepening. </em>Our reflective and lively Thursday conversations opened us to spiritual deepening, providing a sacred space to share our PanDeepening awareness, a place where we explored venues for collective presencing and delving into the wider “We” space. As our journey meandered through topics associated with inter-breathing and collective consciousness, we embraced diverse resources for consideration. Through simple breathing meditations, poetry, practicing mindfulness, storytelling, re-languaging, listening to creation’s song and many small group experiences, we have been learning to read the collective and listen deeply to our emergent, inter-connected wisdom. In the process, we are becoming more expansive, more inclusive, recognizing our place in the wider “We.” Who is this “We” that we mean? It is wider than our own ego or individual selves, wider than our most intimate circles, our community, work, worship and social circles, and wider even than our human community. It is no less than the “We” of all creation. These conversations hosted by Prairiewoods via Zoom are facilitated by Ellen Bruckner and Laura A. Weber, Ph.D. The cost is $10 per month, and registration is required to get the Zoom link. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2022-12-14 17:00:00 -0600
2/02/234:00 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Go Deeper Thursdays at Prairiewoods
<p>Go Deeper Thursdays emerged in the context of the global pandemic, or as Prairiewoods calls it, the <em>PanDeepening. </em>Our reflective and lively Thursday conversations opened us to spiritual deepening, providing a sacred space to share our PanDeepening awareness, a place where we explored venues for collective presencing and delving into the wider “We” space. As our journey meandered through topics associated with inter-breathing and collective consciousness, we embraced diverse resources for consideration. Through simple breathing meditations, poetry, practicing mindfulness, storytelling, re-languaging, listening to creation’s song and many small group experiences, we have been learning to read the collective and listen deeply to our emergent, inter-connected wisdom. In the process, we are becoming more expansive, more inclusive, recognizing our place in the wider “We.” Who is this “We” that we mean? It is wider than our own ego or individual selves, wider than our most intimate circles, our community, work, worship and social circles, and wider even than our human community. It is no less than the “We” of all creation. These conversations hosted by Prairiewoods via Zoom are facilitated by Ellen Bruckner and Laura A. Weber, Ph.D. The cost is $10 per month, and registration is required to get the Zoom link. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2023-02-16 17:00:00 -0600
2/16/234:00 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Bridges to Contemplative Living with Thomas Merton at Prairiewoods
<p>The practice of contemplative living helps us respond to everyday experiences with greater awareness of our connections with God and others. It becomes a positive force in our lives and provides direction for our journey, enabling us to embrace our truest selves. On the first and third Thursday evenings with Prairiewoods via Zoom, facilitator Carole Butz guides us to explore the truths of human existence using the <em>Bridges to Contemplative Living</em> series, which includes excerpts from the writings of Thomas Merton and other authors. The process involves readings, reflections and contemplative dialogue. A free-will offering will be accepted. Please register for your first session by noon on the previous day to get the Zoom link. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2022-12-14 20:30:00 -0600
2/02/237:00 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Bridges to Contemplative Living with Thomas Merton at Prairiewoods
<p>The practice of contemplative living helps us respond to everyday experiences with greater awareness of our connections with God and others. It becomes a positive force in our lives and provides direction for our journey, enabling us to embrace our truest selves. On the first and third Thursday evenings with Prairiewoods via Zoom, facilitator Carole Butz guides us to explore the truths of human existence using the <em>Bridges to Contemplative Living</em> series, which includes excerpts from the writings of Thomas Merton and other authors. The process involves readings, reflections and contemplative dialogue. A free-will offering will be accepted. Please register for your first session by noon on the previous day to get the Zoom link. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2023-02-16 20:30:00 -0600
2/16/237:00 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Grant Wood Country Forum
<p>This online series is for anyone interested in learning and responding, conversationally or through creative writing, to the enduring legacy of Grant Wood, his art, his many artistic associations, as well as the land, history and culture of Iowa across time.</p><p>Register at <a href="https://crlibrary.libnet.info/events?fbclid=IwAR37t5l5iqpNe2mv9wFZPOkPaQbOFSYnAMbqdopau0p_uizcPWtaW2k8Fb4" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://crlibrary.libnet.info/events</a> to receive a Zoom link; programs will also be recorded and posted on the library’s YouTube channel.</p><p>Collaborating partners include the Grant Wood Country Writers Forum, Anamosa Library & Learning Center, Cedar Rapids Public Library, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, and Iowa Poetry Association.</p> 2023-02-06 20:00:00 -0600
2/06/236:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Grant Wood Country Forum
<p>This online series is for anyone interested in learning and responding, conversationally or through creative writing, to the enduring legacy of Grant Wood, his art, his many artistic associations, as well as the land, history and culture of Iowa across time.</p><p>Register at <a href="https://crlibrary.libnet.info/events?fbclid=IwAR37t5l5iqpNe2mv9wFZPOkPaQbOFSYnAMbqdopau0p_uizcPWtaW2k8Fb4" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://crlibrary.libnet.info/events</a> to receive a Zoom link; programs will also be recorded and posted on the library’s YouTube channel.</p><p>Collaborating partners include the Grant Wood Country Writers Forum, Anamosa Library & Learning Center, Cedar Rapids Public Library, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, and Iowa Poetry Association.</p> 2023-02-13 20:00:00 -0600
2/13/236:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
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Grant Wood Country Forum
<p>This online series is for anyone interested in learning and responding, conversationally or through creative writing, to the enduring legacy of Grant Wood, his art, his many artistic associations, as well as the land, history and culture of Iowa across time.</p><p>Register at <a href="https://crlibrary.libnet.info/events?fbclid=IwAR37t5l5iqpNe2mv9wFZPOkPaQbOFSYnAMbqdopau0p_uizcPWtaW2k8Fb4" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://crlibrary.libnet.info/events</a> to receive a Zoom link; programs will also be recorded and posted on the library’s YouTube channel.</p><p>Collaborating partners include the Grant Wood Country Writers Forum, Anamosa Library & Learning Center, Cedar Rapids Public Library, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, and Iowa Poetry Association.</p> 2023-02-20 20:00:00 -0600
2/20/236:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Grant Wood Country Forum
<p>This online series is for anyone interested in learning and responding, conversationally or through creative writing, to the enduring legacy of Grant Wood, his art, his many artistic associations, as well as the land, history and culture of Iowa across time.</p><p>Register at <a href="https://crlibrary.libnet.info/events?fbclid=IwAR37t5l5iqpNe2mv9wFZPOkPaQbOFSYnAMbqdopau0p_uizcPWtaW2k8Fb4" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://crlibrary.libnet.info/events</a> to receive a Zoom link; programs will also be recorded and posted on the library’s YouTube channel.</p><p>Collaborating partners include the Grant Wood Country Writers Forum, Anamosa Library & Learning Center, Cedar Rapids Public Library, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, and Iowa Poetry Association.</p> 2023-02-27 20:00:00 -0600
2/27/236:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Grant Wood Country Forum
<p>This online series is for anyone interested in learning and responding, conversationally or through creative writing, to the enduring legacy of Grant Wood, his art, his many artistic associations, as well as the land, history and culture of Iowa across time.</p><p>Register at <a href="https://crlibrary.libnet.info/events?fbclid=IwAR37t5l5iqpNe2mv9wFZPOkPaQbOFSYnAMbqdopau0p_uizcPWtaW2k8Fb4" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://crlibrary.libnet.info/events</a> to receive a Zoom link; programs will also be recorded and posted on the library’s YouTube channel.</p><p>Collaborating partners include the Grant Wood Country Writers Forum, Anamosa Library & Learning Center, Cedar Rapids Public Library, Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, and Iowa Poetry Association.</p> 2023-03-06 20:00:00 -0600
3/06/236:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Local Libraries LIT: Kevin Wilson Author Event
<p>Local Libraries LIT (Listen, Initiate, Talk), a collaboration between Johnson County libraries, will welcome author Kevin Wilson on <strong>Wednesday, Feb. 8 at 7:00 p.m. for a free online reading and conversation</strong>. The Local Libraries LIT author series is offered by public libraries in Johnson County, as well as the University of Iowa Libraries and Kirkwood Community College Library – Iowa City Campus with support from The Tuesday Agency.</p><p>Kevin Wilson is the author of two collections: <em>Tunneling to the Center of the Earth</em>, which received an Alex Award from the American Library Association and the Shirley Jackson Award, and <em>Baby You’re Gonna Be Mine</em>. In addition to the upcoming <em>We Are Fugitives</em> and 2019’s <em>Nothing to See Here</em> (selected by Jenna Bush Hager for the Read with Jenna book club, and a Best Book of the Year according to The New York Times, Washington Post, People, TIME, Entertainment Weekly, and more) Kevin is also the author of the novels <em>The Family Fang</em>—a NYT bestseller adapted into a film starring Nicole Kidman and Jason Bateman—and the critically acclaimed <em>Perfect Little World</em>.</p><p>This special speaker series is offered at no charge to participants, though donations are welcomed to help sustain and grow Local Libraries LIT. Local Libraries LIT strives to grow a community which shines with diversity, equity, and inclusion.</p><p><strong>Register here to attend this free online program:</strong> <a href="https://bit.ly/LLL_KevinWilson%C2%A0">https://bit.ly/LLL_KevinWilson </a></p><p><strong>Guests must register in advance.</strong></p><p><em>This program is open to people of all abilities. If you need an accommodation in order to enjoy the program, please contact Amy at the North Liberty Library: <a href="mailto:agolly@northlibertyiowa.org">agolly@northlibertyiowa.org</a> or call (319) 626-5781.</em></p> 2023-01-11 20:00:00 -0600
2/08/237:00 p.m.North Liberty Public LibraryNorth Liberty -
ONE NIGHT STAND WITH THE CRMA
<p>One Night Stand:ONE NIGHT STAND WITH THE CRMA</p><p>One work of art. By one artist. For one night.</p><p>One Night Stand with the CRMA is a free series of art talks on Zoom led by CRMA staff, local artists, or art scholars. By focusing each 20-minute program on one artwork, the audience engages in a conversation about the artist and how the selected work of art relates to their larger body of work.</p><p>Zoom link:</p><p><a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84688458569?pwd=TU5Eald0VzQ2cFRHSFM4RStCWW5CZz09" target="_blank">https://us02web.zoom.us/j/84688458569?pwd=TU5Eald0VzQ2cFRHSFM4RStCWW5CZz09</a></p>
2/21/237:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids