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Adult Take & Make: DIY Canvas Thread Art
<p>For this Adult Take & Make kit we are making canvas thread art. Each kit comes with materials and instructions.</p><p>Registration is required. To register click <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/adult-take-make-diy-canvas-thread-art-tickets-138786318615">here</a></p><p>Pick up dates will be March 4-5. Give the library a call at 319-393-1414 to schedule your pick up time.</p> 2021-02-16 18:00:00 -0600
3/04/2110:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Dundee Volunteer Fire/EMS Steak Supper
<p align="center"><strong><u>DRIVE THROUGH ONLY</u></strong></p><p align="center"><strong>DUNDEE FIRE AND EMS</strong></p><p align="center"><strong>STEAK FRY</strong></p><p align="center">Grilled by the Delaware County Cattlemen</p><p align="center"><br></p><p align="center">Saturday, March 13, 2021</p><p align="center">4:30 – 7:00 PM</p><p align="center">Dundee Fire Station</p><p align="center"><br></p><p align="center"> $20.00/12 oz. Steak, Cheesy Potatoes, Green Beans, Salad, and Roll</p><p align="center"> $8.00/Hamburger Meal with all the side dishes</p><p align="center"> Tickets available from all FIRE/EMS personnel</p><p align="center"><br></p> 2021-01-25 19:00:00 -0600
3/13/214:30 p.m.Dundee Fire Dept. and First RespondersDundee -
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DIY Doggie Treats Workshop
<p>Spoil your favorite pup with some homemade doggie treats. Learn a variety of simple-to-assemble recipes that anyone can make. Be sure to bring some containers to take home all of the treats you make. Ages 12 and up can register with a registered adult. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit www.kirkwood.edu/ce or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-14 15:30:00 -06003/14/211:30 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Online painting class -Kids 12x12 Panda-Cork n Canvas Iowa
<p>Kid N Canvas - have your kids paint with us, or paint together, as a family. Right now we can't meet up at our regular locations, so paint at home with us. This Acrylic painting is perfect for almost any age, we suggest, ages 8 and under with an adult and 8 + alone. Painting classes are $20, per person (provide your own supplies) and you can purchase supplies from us (see Below). For a supply list please email after buying your ticket.<br>Need a Canvas or paints? <a href="https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.square.site/?fbclid=IwAR2dA8cdFQVh0b6Q_B_OuLnwUdiicC1vve-FT4Rl2u9gPRLHK_HvMWr2Nyc" 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 , $1.00 for each additional color<br>- Ticket for class $20 Per Person<br>Questions send me a message or email Cork.n.Canvas.Iowa@Gmail.com </p> 2021-02-10 15:00:00 -0600
3/20/212:00 p.m.Cork N Canvas IowaCedar Rapids -
Wheel Try It Saturday
<p>This is a 2.5 hour wheel throwing workshop. In this class, we will assist you in learning how to center the clay on the wheel and how to create cups and bowls, with in-depth demonstrations. This class is more about the process of working with the wheel than a specific project. Great for kids and adults who are interested in developing a set of skills for working with clay. Each participant will complete at least 1-2 cups or bowls.</p><p>This class is all about the experience and learning how to work with the pottery wheel. This is a great way for kids and parents alike who are interested in working with clay to experience it firsthand. Minimum age is 9 years old. All skill levels welcome.</p><h5><strong>COVID-19 precautions</strong>: in the studio we are observing all COVID-19 precautions by maintaining distance, limiting the studio to 10 people at a time, providing several hand washing stations and sanitizing all surfaces regularly. Anyone that enters the studio must wear a mask. All ceramic wheel workshops are on Mondays, when the studio is closed to the public. All one-day hand building workshops will be held in our dedicated S.T.E.A.M classroom in the Cherry Building. Do not enter the building If you or your child feels ill or has been exposed to someone with COVID-19. </h5> 2021-01-31 13:00:00 -0600
3/06/2110:30 a.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
West Des Moines Hot Cider Hustle 5K
<p>Join us for the annual West Des Moines Hot Cider Hustle 5K at Jordan Creek Town Center! Walkers and runners alike are welcome!</p> 2021-02-02 22:00:00 -060010/10/218:30 a.m.Jordan Creek Town CenterWest Des Moines -
Lighthouses of the Outer Banks of North Carolina
<p>The Outer Banks of North Carolina have been called "The Graveyard of the Atlantic" because of the centuries of shipwrecks and disasters. This illustrated lecture will share not just the history, but also the beauty of the lighthouses that guard the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Mrs. Keyes will be delighting audiences with her presentation on Tuesday, March 16th at 6:30 pm.</p><p>Registration is required for this program to get the zoom link. </p><p>To register for this program: <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvf-uvrD0iHtLxhbis9rfh87_qJ75X8q73%20">https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvf-uvrD0iHtLxhbis9rfh87_qJ75X8q73 </a></p> 2020-12-16 19:30:00 -0600
3/16/216:30 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Wheel Try It Sunday
<p>This is a 2.5 hour wheel throwing workshop. In this class, we will assist you in learning how to center the clay on the wheel and how to create cups and bowls, with in-depth demonstrations. This class is more about the process of working with the wheel than a specific project. Great for kids and adults who are interested in developing a set of skills for working with clay. Each participant will complete at least 1-2 cups or bowls.</p><p>This class is all about the experience and learning how to work with the pottery wheel. This is a great way for kids and parents alike who are interested in working with clay to experience it firsthand. Minimum age is 9 years old. All skill levels welcome.</p><h5>Date: March 14th</h5><h5>Time: 10:00-12:30 PM</h5><h5>Cost: $35/person</h5><p><br></p><p><strong>COVID-19 precautions</strong>: in the studio we are observing all COVID-19 precautions by maintaining distance, limiting the studio to 10 people at a time, providing several hand washing stations and sanitizing all surfaces regularly. Anyone that enters the studio must wear a mask. All ceramic wheel workshops are on Mondays, when the studio is closed to the public. All one-day hand building workshops will be held in our dedicated S.T.E.A.M classroom in the Cherry Building. Do not enter the building If you or your child feels ill or has been exposed to someone with COVID-19. </p> 2021-01-31 12:30:00 -0600
3/14/2110:00 a.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
HACAP Mobile Pantry
<p>The HACAP Mobile Food Pantry will be at Hiawatha City Hall parking lot (101 Emmons St.) on Monday, April 5th 2:00-3:00. They will be following CDC guidelines and it will be a drive through pantry. </p> 2021-02-16 15:00:00 -06004/05/212:00 p.m.Hiawatha City HallHiawatha -
Fire+Flood Movie Discussion
<p>Join us for a discussion about the film Fire & Flood: Queer Resilience in the Era of Climate Change. This free online event is open to all.<br>Please sign up to receive the Zoom link. To register click <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZArdOGrqzsiH92IOPd95-pj_eqLQ1Ebj0NM">here</a><br>We will also send attendees a link to watch the film in advance at no cost. </p>
3/23/216:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Miss Representation Movie Discussion
<p>Use kanopy (on-demand streaming video service that is offered through the library) to watch the documentary "Miss Representation" then join us for a movie discussion.</p><p>Registration is required to get the Zoom link. To register click <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqcOmopjwjGdCkAUvVbBCo2uk6KhrmC1vt">here</a></p>
3/24/215:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Plant and Seed Swap
<p>Join us at the Hiawatha Public Library for an outdoor Plant and Seed Swap from 10:00-2:00. You can bring your own seeds and plants to share with other community gardeners and leave with some new seeds to grow or a new plant friend. </p><p>*In case of inclement weather-plants will be moved inside the lobby</p> 2021-03-02 14:00:00 -0600
4/10/2110:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
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Solar Week: The Sun: The "Star" of Our Solar System
<p>Join the Hiawatha Public Library to celebrate Solar Week from March 22 thru March 26. During each day, NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown will discuss a different topic about Earth’s nearest star; the Sun. Participants will learn some interesting facts about the Sun including solar eclipses, sunspots, aurora, solar flares, solar storms, how scientists observe the Sun and how you can safely observe the Sun. We will use Zoom for the daily programs which will run from 3 to 4 pm. Recommended ages: 9 and above. Sign up is required to get the Zoom link for<strong> each</strong> program. </p><p>The Sun – The “Star” of our Solar System The Sun, the heart of our Solar System, is a hot ball of glowing gases. This session will discuss the Sun’s position in our Milky Way Galaxy and why Earth’s nearest star is so special in our Solar System and its connection with Earth. To register click <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0od-CurTspHdPhcvupxYtMPLZhT5oLHtW5"><strong>here</strong></a></p> 2021-03-02 16:00:00 -0600
3/22/213:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Solar Week: How and Why Do Scientists Observe the Sun?
<p>Join the Hiawatha Public Library to celebrate Solar Week from March 22 thru March 26. During each day, NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown will discuss a different topic about Earth’s nearest star; the Sun. Participants will learn some interesting facts about the Sun including solar eclipses, sunspots, aurora, solar flares, solar storms, how scientists observe the Sun and how you can safely observe the Sun. We will use Zoom for the daily programs which will run from 3 to 4 pm. Recommended ages: 9 and above. Sign up is required to get the Zoom link for<strong> each</strong> program. </p><p>How and why do scientists observe the Sun? Scientists study the Sun in a number of ways by using ground-based telescopes and satellites to obtain as much information as possible. This session will discuss light energy from the Sun and how scientists use that information to learn more about the Sun as well as the stars. To register click <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcoduqprj4oG9EVUkSSmbw18ycJ-0O9VofJ"><strong>here</strong></a></p> 2021-03-02 16:00:00 -0600
3/23/213:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Solar Week: The Active Sun and Space Weather
<p>Join the Hiawatha Public Library to celebrate Solar Week from March 22 thru March 26. During each day, NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown will discuss a different topic about Earth’s nearest star; the Sun. Participants will learn some interesting facts about the Sun including solar eclipses, sunspots, aurora, solar flares, solar storms, how scientists observe the Sun and how you can safely observe the Sun. We will use Zoom for the daily programs which will run from 3 to 4 pm. Recommended ages: 9 and above. Sign up is required to get the Zoom link for<strong> each</strong> program. </p><p>The Active Sun and Space Weather. Activity on the Sun’s surface creates a type of weather called space weather. Even though the Sun is 93 million miles away (150 million kilometers) the Sun’s space weather can affect Earth and the rest of the Solar System. In this session we will discuss sunspots, solar flares, aurora, how they impact Earth and what impacts we might expect in the future. To register click <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpd-2qqjIpH9FSfj__JZjqmjDydTEfDLzB"><strong>here</strong></a></p> 2021-03-02 16:00:00 -0600
3/24/213:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Solar Week: Eclipses
<p>Join the Hiawatha Public Library to celebrate Solar Week from March 22 thru March 26. During each day, NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown will discuss a different topic about Earth’s nearest star; the Sun. Participants will learn some interesting facts about the Sun including solar eclipses, sunspots, aurora, solar flares, solar storms, how scientists observe the Sun and how you can safely observe the Sun. We will use Zoom for the daily programs which will run from 3 to 4 pm. Recommended ages: 9 and above. Sign up is required to get the Zoom link for<strong> each</strong> program.</p><p>Eclipses. An eclipse occurs when one object in space blocks an observer from seeing another object in space. On occasion Earth experiences an eclipse of the Sun or the Moon. Find out how and why this happens and how you can make your own solar and lunar eclipses from home. To register click <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErcumtrzspGdAvWxfebmIHOzPRKhZDmTEz"><strong>here</strong></a></p> 2021-03-02 16:00:00 -0600
3/25/213:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Solar Week: How to Observe the Sun Safely
<p>Join the Hiawatha Public Library to celebrate Solar Week from March 22 thru March 26. During each day, NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown will discuss a different topic about Earth’s nearest star; the Sun. Participants will learn some interesting facts about the Sun including solar eclipses, sunspots, aurora, solar flares, solar storms, how scientists observe the Sun and how you can safely observe the Sun. We will use Zoom for the daily programs which will run from 3 to 4 pm. Recommended ages: 9 and above. Sign up is required to get the Zoom link for<strong> each</strong> program. </p><p>How to Observe the Sun Safely. NEVER look directly at the Sun through binoculars, a telescope or with your unaided eye. Serious eye damage and even blindness can result. Find out how you can observe the Sun safely with some simple equipment and protect your eyes at the same time. To register click <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIodu2srDsjHtJOCn-uVoCb4PVztIKvzHUz"><strong>here</strong></a></p> 2021-03-02 16:00:00 -0600
3/26/213:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Wheel Try It Saturday
<p>This is a 2.5 hour wheel throwing workshop. In this class, we will assist you in learning how to center the clay on the wheel and how to create cups and bowls, with in-depth demonstrations. This class is more about the process of working with the wheel than a specific project. Great for kids and adults who are interested in developing a set of skills for working with clay. Each participant will complete at least 1-2 cups or bowls.</p><p>This class is all about the experience and learning how to work with the pottery wheel. This is a great way for kids and parents alike who are interested in working with clay to experience it firsthand. Minimum age is 9 years old. All skill levels welcome.</p><h5>Date: April 3rd</h5><h5>Time: 10:30 am—1:00 pm</h5><h5>Cost: $35/person</h5> 2021-01-31 13:00:00 -0600
4/03/2110:30 a.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
Wheel Try It Sunday
<p>This is a 2.5 hour wheel throwing workshop. In this class, we will assist you in learning how to center the clay on the wheel and how to create cups and bowls, with in-depth demonstrations. This class is more about the process of working with the wheel than a specific project. Great for kids and adults who are interested in developing a set of skills for working with clay. Each participant will complete at least 1-2 cups or bowls.</p><p>This class is all about the experience and learning how to work with the pottery wheel. This is a great way for kids and parents alike who are interested in working with clay to experience it firsthand. Minimum age is 9 years old. All skill levels welcome.</p><h5>Date: April 11th </h5><h5>Time: 10:00-12:30 PM</h5><h5>Cost: $35/person</h5> 2021-01-31 12:30:00 -06004/11/2110:00 a.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
Wheel Try It Saturday
<p>This is a 2.5 hour wheel throwing workshop. In this class, we will assist you in learning how to center the clay on the wheel and how to create cups and bowls, with in-depth demonstrations. This class is more about the process of working with the wheel than a specific project. Great for kids and adults who are interested in developing a set of skills for working with clay. Each participant will complete at least 1-2 cups or bowls.</p><p>This class is all about the experience and learning how to work with the pottery wheel. This is a great way for kids and parents alike who are interested in working with clay to experience it firsthand. Minimum age is 9 years old. All skill levels welcome.</p><h5>Date: Saturday April 17th</h5><h5>Time: 10:30 am—1:00 pm</h5><h5>Cost: $35/person</h5> 2021-01-31 13:00:00 -0600
4/17/2110:30 a.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
Wheel Try It Saturday
<p>This is a 2.5 hour wheel throwing workshop. In this class, we will assist you in learning how to center the clay on the wheel and how to create cups and bowls, with in-depth demonstrations. This class is more about the process of working with the wheel than a specific project. Great for kids and adults who are interested in developing a set of skills for working with clay. Each participant will complete at least 1-2 cups or bowls.</p><p>This class is all about the experience and learning how to work with the pottery wheel. This is a great way for kids and parents alike who are interested in working with clay to experience it firsthand. Minimum age is 9 years old. All skill levels welcome.</p><h5>Date: May 1st</h5><h5>Time: 10:30 am—1:00 pm</h5><h5>Cost: $35/person</h5> 2021-01-31 13:00:00 -0600
5/01/2110:30 a.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
Wheel Try It Sunday
<p>This is a 2.5 hour wheel throwing workshop. In this class, we will assist you in learning how to center the clay on the wheel and how to create cups and bowls, with in-depth demonstrations. This class is more about the process of working with the wheel than a specific project. Great for kids and adults who are interested in developing a set of skills for working with clay. Each participant will complete at least 1-2 cups or bowls.</p><p>This class is all about the experience and learning how to work with the pottery wheel. This is a great way for kids and parents alike who are interested in working with clay to experience it firsthand. Minimum age is 9 years old. All skill levels welcome.</p><h5>Date: May 9th</h5><h5>Time: 10:00 am—12:30 pm</h5><h5>Cost: $35/person</h5> 2021-01-31 12:30:00 -0600
5/09/2110:00 a.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
Wheel Try It Saturday
<p>This is a 2.5 hour wheel throwing workshop. In this class, we will assist you in learning how to center the clay on the wheel and how to create cups and bowls, with in-depth demonstrations. This class is more about the process of working with the wheel than a specific project. Great for kids and adults who are interested in developing a set of skills for working with clay. Each participant will complete at least 1-2 cups or bowls.</p><p>This class is all about the experience and learning how to work with the pottery wheel. This is a great way for kids and parents alike who are interested in working with clay to experience it firsthand. Minimum age is 9 years old. All skill levels welcome.</p><h5>Date: March 20th</h5><h5>Time: 10:30 am—1:00 pm</h5><h5>Cost: $35/person</h5><p><strong>COVID-19 precautions</strong>: in the studio we are observing all COVID-19 precautions by maintaining distance, limiting the studio to 10 people at a time, providing several hand washing stations and sanitizing all surfaces regularly. Anyone that enters the studio must wear a mask. All ceramic wheel workshops are on Mondays, when the studio is closed to the public. All one-day hand building workshops will be held in our dedicated S.T.E.A.M classroom in the Cherry Building. Do not enter the building If you or your child feels ill or has been exposed to someone with COVID-19. </p><p><br></p> 2021-01-31 13:00:00 -0600
3/20/2110:30 a.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids