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Art Bites, "Adam Rake: World Lines," Free
<p>Join us for an Art Bites with artist Adam Rake as he discusses his new exhibition, Adam Rake: World Lines. </p> 2023-09-23 13:00:00 -0500
10/04/23 @ 12:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Music Bingo @ Jerseys Pub and Grub with Think & Drink Entertainment (Wednesdays @ 7pm)
<p>Bingo with a twist. We combined Name That Tune with B-I-N-G-O! Instead of numbers in the squares, there are song titles. And instead of calling out numbers, we play parts now songs. If you know the song title, mark that square. Get 5 squares in a row and you're a winner!</p> 2023-10-04 21:00:00 -0500
10/04/23 @ 7:00 p.m.Jerseys Pub & GrubCedar Rapids -
Coffeehouse Night
<p>Join the Marion Arts Council and your neighbors and friends for this fun event! </p> 2023-09-18 20:30:00 -0500
10/06/23 @ 7:00 p.m.Lowe Park Arts & Environment CenterMarion -
El Kahir Shrine Crafts & Stuff
<p>El Kahir Shrine Crafts & Stuff</p><p>There will be several vendors with hand-crafted items, home decor, epoxy decorated tumblers and much, much more for sale. Take some time to start your Christmas shopping from a large assortment of gifts from local sellers. There will food for purchasing if you get the munchies.</p><p><strong>This event is OPEN TO THE PUBLIC!!</strong></p><p>(“Proceeds are for the benefit of El Kahir Shriners. Payments are not deductible as charitable contributions.”)</p> 2023-09-10 13:00:00 -0500
10/07/23 @ 9:00 a.m.El Kahir ShrineHiawatha -
Make and Craft Afternoon
<p>Sample three different crafts in one day while checking out the library's maker technology. Try out macramé, 3D printing, and jewelry making with the Glowforge.</p><p>Craft activities are designed for adult or teens and may be too difficult for children.</p><p>Embrace the boho aesthetic and vintage vibes, learn some basic macramé knots, and create a mini wall hanging.</p><p>Learn about the 3D printer as you watch it make a planter, then pick out a 3D-printed planter to paint and take home. (Plants not included)</p><p>Watch the Glowforge in action as it cuts out and engraves beautiful charms for earrings or keychains.</p><p>Registration required: <a href="https://crlibrary.libnet.info/event/8823726?fbclid=IwAR1N7ax0u65WeAYrcZdj1qdbGhrcAjvs7BKFDyQkfa3ccVjgIhcS19Xp1Bo" rel="nofollow noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://crlibrary.libnet.info/event/8823726</a> </p> 2023-09-26 15:00:00 -0500
10/07/23 @ 1:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Crafting Circle
<p>Bring in your crafting project to work on with fellow crafters. Share knowledge with one another and see how the Maker Room's tools might take your projects to the next level.</p> 2023-09-15 11:00:00 -0500
10/10/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Art & Craft Time
<p>On the 2nd Tuesday of every month, between 6:30-7:30 p.m. MPL will have art and crafting supplies available for kids to use. This will be a passive program, so patrons can drop in for 15 minutes or stay the whole hour!</p><p>Please see the library's events calendar -- <a href="https://marionpubliclibrary.libnet.info/events">marionpubliclibrary.org/events</a> -- for the most up-to-date information regarding programming and events.<br><br><br></p><p><br></p> 2023-10-10 19:30:00 -050010/10/23 @ 6:30 p.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
Expressive Arts
<p>A blend of stories, movement, art, music, and drama!</p><p>Join us for a story time that provides children with tools to better handle their feelings or inner conflicts. This program is presented in collaboration with Tanager Place.</p> 2023-08-02 10:30:00 -0500
10/11/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Music Bingo @ Jerseys Pub and Grub with Think & Drink Entertainment (Wednesdays @ 7pm)
<p>Bingo with a twist. We combined Name That Tune with B-I-N-G-O! Instead of numbers in the squares, there are song titles. And instead of calling out numbers, we play parts now songs. If you know the song title, mark that square. Get 5 squares in a row and you're a winner!</p> 2023-10-11 21:00:00 -0500
10/11/23 @ 7:00 p.m.Jerseys Pub & GrubCedar Rapids -
Falliday Market at Lowe Park
<p>Join us for the second annual seasonal and holiday-inspired market with over 70 vendors selling their unique homemade items. Baked goods, arts, crafts, re-purposed items, crochet, fine art, painting, photography, jewelry, candles, toys, aprons, hair accessories, personalized items, coffee, chi, and many more exciting things to see! Door Prize!</p> 2023-09-22 15:00:00 -0500
10/14/23 @ 9:00 a.m.Lowe Park Arts & Environment CenterMarion -
Arts and Antiques in Amana
<p>This special weekend is dedicated to our Arts & Antiques!</p><p>There will be some special events centered around both as our Amana Heritage Museum is planning a special exhibit,<em> Amana Art Through the Generations</em>. You’ll want to visit our art galleries to see the latest offerings.</p><p>Are you interested in antiques? The Amana Colonies have some of the finest Antique Shops in the Midwest. Six of our antique shops will be participating in a Vintage Stroll! Pick up a brochure at the Amana Visitor Center and visit at least 5 of the antique shops listed on the stroll. Get your card marked at the shops you visit and then return it to the Visitor Center to be entered in a drawing for a $100 Amana Colonies Gift Certificate, or a $50 Amana Colonies Gift Certificate.</p><p>While you’re in town, you’ll also find shopping specials, great food & drink, and several hands on art activities!</p> 2023-03-07 17:00:00 -0600
10/14/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Amana ColoniesAmana -
Expressive Arts for Children
<p>Join us as Tanager's Expressive Arts Specialist Kelli Michel leads a music, movement, and visual arts program that allows children safe ways to explore emotions and build self-awareness and empathy.</p> 2023-09-25 11:00:00 -0500
10/14/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Art at Brucemore: Witch’s Hat
<p>Embrace your spooky spirit!</p><p>Brucemore is partnering with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio to bring a brand new ceramics workshop to the site, just in time for spooky season! In this workshop, participants will build their own unique witch’s hat using various hand-building techniques. Once the hat is the perfect size and shape, participants can add spook-tacular decorations to their creations with colored glazes and various textures.</p><p>This workshop is hosted in the Brucemore Carriage House. All instructions and materials are provided during the workshop. Following the workshop, the instructor will take the projects to the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio for firing in their kiln. Brucemore will notify participants when their projects are ready for pick up from the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio, approximately three weeks following the class date.</p><p><em><strong>Please register by October 11 at 5:00 PM to reserve your spot. </strong></em></p><hr><p><strong>Admission Information</strong></p><p><strong>Date:</strong> Sunday, October 15, 2023<br><strong>Time:</strong> Workshops begin at <a href="https://78351.blackbaudhosting.com/78351/tickets?tab=2&txobjid=31617abc-df06-4802-be80-558765c143db">12:30 PM</a> and <a href="https://78351.blackbaudhosting.com/78351/tickets?tab=2&txobjid=468f426e-7163-4437-8dc2-4efa4b4b0fe5">2:30 PM</a><br><strong>Admission:</strong> $35 per person (includes all materials and instructions).</p><p>This event is held in partnership with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio.</p> 2023-08-02 14:00:00 -0500
10/15/23 @ 12:30 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Crafting Circle
<p>Bring in your crafting project to work on with fellow crafters. Share knowledge with one another and see how the Maker Room's tools might take your projects to the next level.</p> 2023-10-17 11:00:00 -0500
10/17/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Music Bingo @ Jerseys Pub and Grub with Think & Drink Entertainment (Wednesdays @ 7pm)
<p>Bingo with a twist. We combined Name That Tune with B-I-N-G-O! Instead of numbers in the squares, there are song titles. And instead of calling out numbers, we play parts now songs. If you know the song title, mark that square. Get 5 squares in a row and you're a winner!</p> 2023-10-18 21:00:00 -0500
10/18/23 @ 7:00 p.m.Jerseys Pub & GrubCedar Rapids -
Art Lovers Book Club: Famous Works of Art and How They Got That Way by John Nici and David Geronimus
<p>In Famous Works of Art—And How They Got That Way, John B. Nici looks at twenty well-known paintings, sculptures, and photographs that have left lasting impressions on the general public.</p> 2023-09-23 17:00:00 -0500
10/19/23 @ 4:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Art Lovers Book Club: Famous Works of Art and How They Got That Way by John Nici and David Geronimus, Free
<p>In a world filled with great museums and great paintings, Leonardo da Vinci’s Mona Lisa is the reigning queen. What has made this portrait so renowned, commanding such adoration? And what of other works of art that continue to enthrall spectators: What makes the Great Sphinx so great? Why do iterations of The Scream and American Gothic permeate nearly all aspects of popular culture? Is it because of the mastery of the artists who created them? Or can something else account for their popularity?</p><p>In Famous Works of Art—And How They Got That Way, John B. Nici looks at twenty well-known paintings, sculptures, and photographs that have left lasting impressions on the general public.</p> 2023-09-30 17:00:00 -0500
10/19/23 @ 4:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Crafting Circle
<p>Bring in your crafting project to work on with fellow crafters. Share knowledge with one another and see how the Maker Room's tools might take your projects to the next level.</p> 2023-10-24 11:00:00 -0500
10/24/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Spooky Keychains
<p>Join us and make 3 different keychains - a pumpkin, a spider, and a monster. Learn how to make a monkey's fist knot, how to use tube yarn, how to make a keychain into a spooky creation!</p><p>This class is for beginners and seasoned crafters alike. The keychains can be use on backpacks, purses, key rings, or wherever else you choose to hang them!</p> 2023-09-12 20:00:00 -0500
10/25/23 @ 6:00 p.m.Eastern Iowa Arts Academy Music and Arts StudioCedar Rapids -
Music Bingo @ Jerseys Pub and Grub with Think & Drink Entertainment (Wednesdays @ 7pm)
<p>Bingo with a twist. We combined Name That Tune with B-I-N-G-O! Instead of numbers in the squares, there are song titles. And instead of calling out numbers, we play parts now songs. If you know the song title, mark that square. Get 5 squares in a row and you're a winner!</p> 2023-10-25 21:00:00 -0500
10/25/23 @ 7:00 p.m.Jerseys Pub & GrubCedar Rapids -
Surprise! Art Exploration
<p>Each week there will be different surprise materials for youth ages 3-8 to experiment with and create unique art. This program encourages open exploration of art for kids and provides caregivers with ways to guide children in creative thinking without silencing their creativity.</p> 2023-08-02 10:30:00 -0500
10/26/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Doodlebugs Surprise Series for Fall 2023
<p>Every Doodlebugs class starts with a story and ends with imagination and creation! All ages are welcome, but book selection is ideal for ages 4-7.</p><p><strong>October 27-Eek!</strong></p><p>It’s spooky season, so get ready for a not-so-scary tale and an art project that’s equal parts fright and delight!</p> 2023-08-04 11:00:00 -0500
10/27/23 @ 10:30 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Music Bingo @ Jerseys Pub and Grub with Think & Drink Entertainment (Wednesdays @ 7pm)
<p>Bingo with a twist. We combined Name That Tune with B-I-N-G-O! Instead of numbers in the squares, there are song titles. And instead of calling out numbers, we play parts now songs. If you know the song title, mark that square. Get 5 squares in a row and you're a winner!</p> 2023-11-01 21:00:00 -0500
11/01/23 @ 7:00 p.m.Jerseys Pub & GrubCedar Rapids -
Art & Write Night
<p>Make our museum your muse! Tell a friend, grab a notebook, and join us on the <strong>first Friday of each month</strong>. We'll provide a new inspo prompt for each session and will sometimes move about the Museum but we'll always <strong>start in the Hageboeck Hall of Birds (Bird Hall) on the third Floor of Macbride Hall</strong>. Join anytime between 6-8 p.m. and feel free to participate in a themed creation challenge or work on your own project with our exhibits as inspiration. We'll save the last 15-30 minutes of each session to share what we've been working on, connecting with others (optional, of course!).</p> 2023-09-06 20:00:00 -0500
11/03/23 @ 6:00 p.m.University of Iowa Museum of Natural HistoryIowa City -
Waucoma Craft and Vendor Show
<p>52nd Annual Waucoma Craft and Vendor Show</p><p>Sunday, November 5, 2023</p><p>9 am to 3 pm</p><p>Free Admission and Free Door Prizes</p><p>Lunch Available On Site</p> 2023-10-01 15:00:00 -0500
11/05/23 @ 9:00 a.m.Waucoma Event CenterWaucoma -
Crafting Circle
<p>Bring in your crafting project to work on with fellow crafters. Share knowledge with one another and see how the Maker Room's tools might take your projects to the next level.</p> 2023-09-15 11:00:00 -0500
11/07/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Fall Watercolor Scene with David Stauffer
<p>Join artist David Stauffer in this watercolor class where you'll learn to create beautiful fall scene painting. Using a variety of watercolor techniques, you'll capture the beauty and movement of water in your own unique style, and leave the class with a beautiful finished piece to display in your home.</p><p>---</p><ul><li>Pre-registration is required, you can signup on https://app.amilia.com/store/en/eastern-iowa-arts-academy/shop/activities/4749248 or call 319-350-1805 during business hours to register.</li></ul> 2023-09-25 20:00:00 -0500
11/07/23 @ 6:00 p.m.Eastern Iowa Arts Academy Music and Arts StudioCedar Rapids -
Expressive Arts
<p>A blend of stories, movement, art, music, and drama!</p><p>Join us for a story time that provides children with tools to better handle their feelings or inner conflicts. This program is presented in collaboration with Tanager Place.</p> 2023-11-08 10:30:00 -0600
11/08/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Music Bingo @ Jerseys Pub and Grub with Think & Drink Entertainment (Wednesdays @ 7pm)
<p>Bingo with a twist. We combined Name That Tune with B-I-N-G-O! Instead of numbers in the squares, there are song titles. And instead of calling out numbers, we play parts now songs. If you know the song title, mark that square. Get 5 squares in a row and you're a winner!</p> 2023-11-08 21:00:00 -0600
11/08/23 @ 7:00 p.m.Jerseys Pub & GrubCedar Rapids -
Art & Craft Time
<p>On the 2nd Tuesday of every month, between 6:30-7:30 p.m. MPL will have art and crafting supplies available for kids to use. This will be a passive program, so patrons can drop in for 15 minutes or stay the whole hour!</p><p>Please see the library's events calendar -- <a href="https://marionpubliclibrary.libnet.info/events">marionpubliclibrary.org/events</a> -- for the most up-to-date information regarding programming and events.<br><br><br></p><p><br></p> 2023-11-14 19:30:00 -060011/14/23 @ 6:30 p.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion