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Virtual Artist Talks: Cahle Correll, Vinicius Lima, and Yi Xie

Join artists Cahle Correll, Vinicius Lima, and Yi Xie for this exciting discussion about their artwork on display in the exhibition Seating by Design. This online program is free but advanced registration is required. After registering you will receive an e-mail two hours before the program begins, which will include a Zoom link to join the program at the scheduled time that evening.Free admission and programs for Thursdays at the Figge sponsored by: Chris and Mary RayburnCahle Correll Bio:  Cahle Correll was born in Cedar Rapids, Iowa in 1994. He received his BFA in 3D Design from the University of Iowa and is currently a Project Manager/Designer for Pancheros Franchise Corporation in Coralville, Iowa. Cahle’s interest in designing stems from his hobby of woodworking. His interest in furniture design was sparked during a furniture design class he took with Professor Monica Correia, who taught him how to integrate unique design with practical assembly. Cahle uses geometric forms that are all manufactured through Computer Technology. Cahle’s work has been exhibited in Iowa, as well as in the International Contemporary Furniture Fair in New York City.Vinicius Lima Bio: Vinicius Lima was born in Rio de Janeiro, Brazil in 1982. He received his MA and MFA degrees from the University of Iowa in Design and is now Associate Professor of Graphic Design at Grand Valley State University, Michigan. Lima’s interest in furniture design started back in his undergraduate years during a model-making class with Professor Monica Correia and continued in Graduate School. Lima’s work has strong geometric forms and uses Computer Technology in their manufacturing. Lima’s work has been exhibited in design exhibitions in the United States, Portugal, Turkey, China, and Slovenia.Yi Xie Bio:  Yi Xie was born in Wuhan, China in 1990. Having grown up with parents who always travel and collect arts, she developed a tremendous love of art and design. She majored in Environmental Art at Huazhong University of Science and Technology in Wuhan. After her graduation, she moved to Iowa City and joined 3D Design Department at the University of Iowa in 2012, mainly focused on exploring furniture and interior design. She received her MA and MFA degrees in 2016. Due to the previous education background and working experience, Yi sets her goal as merging both disciplines, innovation of design and technology use, as well as the optimization of design through technology. She works for projects in different areas like interior design, furniture, signage, and graphic arts. Currently Yi is working as an Interior Design Coordinator in Dallas, TX.Image credit:  Huda Al-Aithan, born United States 1991 Dreamer’s Chair, 2020 Fabric, upholstery foam, wood © 2020 Huda Al-Aithan 2020-10-06 19:30:00 -0500

11/05/20 2020-11-05 18:30:00 -0600

6:30 p.m.

Figge Art Museum
Davenport

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Figge Family Activity Center Opens

The Family Activity Center is reopening on a reservations-only basis on weekends beginning Saturday, October 3 during the following time slots:Saturdays: 12:30-2:30 p.m. | 3-5 p.m.Sundays: 12-2 p.m. | 2:30-5 p.m. <a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">Reservations are free</a> with the cost of admission and limited to one group of up to 10 people per time slot. This is a hands-on art activity space, but pre-packaged and disinfected art supplies will be given to registrants to ensure the safety of all guests and staff members.<a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">RESERVE YOUR VISIT </a> at figgeartmuseum.org and click on the preferred date of visit and add Family Activity Center add-on to your general admission visitIf you have additional questions regarding signing up your group for the Family Activity Center, please contact Brian Allen at 563.345.6654 or <a href="mailto:ballen@figgeartmuseum.org">ballen@figgeartmuseum.org</a>. 2020-11-07 17:00:00 -0600

11/07/20 2020-11-07 12:30:00 -0600

12:30 p.m.

Figge Art Museum
Davenport

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Figge Family Activity Center Opens

The Family Activity Center is reopening on a reservations-only basis on weekends beginning Saturday, October 3 during the following time slots:Saturdays: 12:30-2:30 p.m. | 3-5 p.m.Sundays: 12-2 p.m. | 2:30-5 p.m. <a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">Reservations are free</a> with the cost of admission and limited to one group of up to 10 people per time slot. This is a hands-on art activity space, but pre-packaged and disinfected art supplies will be given to registrants to ensure the safety of all guests and staff members.<a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">RESERVE YOUR VISIT </a> at figgeartmuseum.org and click on the preferred date of visit and add Family Activity Center add-on to your general admission visitIf you have additional questions regarding signing up your group for the Family Activity Center, please contact Brian Allen at 563.345.6654 or <a href="mailto:ballen@figgeartmuseum.org">ballen@figgeartmuseum.org</a>. 2020-11-08 17:00:00 -0600

11/08/20 2020-11-08 12:30:00 -0600

12:30 p.m.

Figge Art Museum
Davenport

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Virtual Thursday Forum: Thunder Gods and Flood Stories: A Universal Approach to Mythology?

Myths are stories and legends that have withstood the test of time but why do they exist?  Is there greater social meaning built into the seemingly fantastic characters, places, and events? This two-week course will explore the purpose of mythology in society and tackle the question of whether or not there are universal myths across all societies. In session one, we will examine what is the purpose of a myth and the varieties of myths found throughout the world. Session two will explore how anthropologists and other scholars approach and analyze myths across cultures. While we will primarily focus on the myths of the ancient Greeks and Romans, this forum will also touch on myths in a broad range of cultures and periods (including Mesopotamians, Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, Norse, and Native Americans) and the ways in which the universal features of myth also appear in modern stories like Star Wars and Harry Potter. Are these modern incarnations of our own society’s mythology or simply retellings of ancient myths, and is there any difference? In the end, do all societies dream of and fear the same things?The virtual event will be found at <a href="https://portal.stretchinternet.com/coeadmin/">https://portal.stretchinternet.com/coeadmin/</a> 2020-11-12 23:58:00 -0600

11/12/20 2020-11-12 00:00:00 -0600

12:00 a.m.

Coe College
Cedar Rapids

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DIY Geometric Bowls

<div data-xd-wired="read-more"><div data-automation="listing-event-description">Spruce up your office space with these fun paper bowls.</div> </div><div data-automation="about-this-event-sc">Create your own decorative bowls using scrapbook paper. Instructions and most materials will be included, but you will need scissors and glue. Each kit will come with enough paper to make 2 bowls. Paper styles will vary. To register: <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/diy-geometric-bowls-tickets-123749346627">https://www.eventbrite.com/e/diy-geometric-bowls-tickets-123749346627</a>Pick-up dates will be Thursday, November 12th 10:00-7:30 or Friday, November 13th 10:00-4:30. Once you have registered, please call the library at 319-393-1414 to set up your pick-up time.</div>

11/12/20 2020-11-12 10:00:00 -0600

10:00 a.m.

Hiawatha Public Library
Hiawatha

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Open Lab at Beadology Iowa

Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge.  For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time.  A basic metals studio is available for $15.  We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community.  You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab. 2020-11-12 20:00:00 -0600

11/12/20 2020-11-12 16:00:00 -0600

4:00 p.m.

Beadology Iowa
Iowa City

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CommUnity Creates-Open Studio

Love sharing creative time with others? Join the UnityCR Arts Ministry Team on the second Saturday of each month from 9 am-noon! We will meet in the beautiful and sunny Sacred Grounds and Books and enjoy a warm cup of tea or coffee while we chat with others and create! Bring your own project, work with art supplies available, or learn about the Artists Trading Cards project. Fee is $5.00 for use of the space plus love offering for the coffee shop. Create with us! 2020-11-14 12:00:00 -0600

11/14/20 2020-11-14 09:00:00 -0600

9:00 a.m.

Unity Center of Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids

5.0
Community Stitch

If you enjoy hand stitching, knitting, or crocheting, Community Stitch is a group that you would enjoy.  We make door decorations that are given to residents of area care centers at Christmas time.  We would love to have you join us. 2020-11-14 15:00:00 -0600

11/14/20 2020-11-14 12:00:00 -0600

12:00 p.m.

Scott's Family Restaurant
Cedar Rapids

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Figge Family Activity Center Opens

The Family Activity Center is reopening on a reservations-only basis on weekends beginning Saturday, October 3 during the following time slots:Saturdays: 12:30-2:30 p.m. | 3-5 p.m.Sundays: 12-2 p.m. | 2:30-5 p.m. <a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">Reservations are free</a> with the cost of admission and limited to one group of up to 10 people per time slot. This is a hands-on art activity space, but pre-packaged and disinfected art supplies will be given to registrants to ensure the safety of all guests and staff members.<a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">RESERVE YOUR VISIT </a> at figgeartmuseum.org and click on the preferred date of visit and add Family Activity Center add-on to your general admission visitIf you have additional questions regarding signing up your group for the Family Activity Center, please contact Brian Allen at 563.345.6654 or <a href="mailto:ballen@figgeartmuseum.org">ballen@figgeartmuseum.org</a>. 2020-11-14 17:00:00 -0600

11/14/20 2020-11-14 12:30:00 -0600

12:30 p.m.

Figge Art Museum
Davenport

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Stanley Reads - 5

November 14<ul><li>"Willie" (pp. 198–220)</li><li>"Yaw" (pp. 221–241)</li></ul> Registration required:  <a href="https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3VR83aPIweoUmHz">https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3VR83aPIweoUmHz</a>Once registered, you will receive invitations to all Stanley Reads events.Registration will cut off at noon the Friday preceding each event. Anyone registered after that will be added to the following meeting. Stanley Reads puts the museum’s recent exhibitions in conversation with literature. This fall we will consider <a href="[sitetree_link,id=1527]" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Follow Her Lead</a> in relation to Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi. Both the exhibition and novel focus on women and motherhood across time and geography. During each meeting of the book club, we will pair artwork from the exhibition with chapters from the book to connect deeply with the themes and expand our understanding of the objects and the story. Stanley Reads is led by Kimberly Datchuk, curator of learning & engagement and is presented in partnership with Prairie Lights Books.Homegoing begins in Ghana in the eighteenth century. It follows the lives of two half-sisters and eight generations of their descendants, those who endured enslavement in America and those who remained in Africa. The powerful story shows the deep and lasting effects of slavery. Yaa Gyasi was born in Ghana and raised in Huntsville, Alabama. She earned an MFA from the Iowa Writers’ Workshop. Homegoing won the PEN/Hemingway Award and the NBCC’s John Leonard Award. It is Gyasi’s first novel. Register for Stanley Reads:  <a href="https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3VR83aPIweoUmHz">https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3VR83aPIweoUmHz</a>Once registered, you will receive invitations to all Stanley Reads events.September 19<ul><li>"Effia" (pp. 1–26)</li><li>"Esi" (pp.27–48)</li></ul> October 3<ul><li>"Quey" (pp. 49–86)</li><li>"James" (pp. 87–109)</li></ul> October 17<ul><li>"Kojo" (pp. 110–131)</li><li>"Abena" (pp. 132–152)</li></ul> October 31 (led by Derek Nnuro)<ul><li>"H" (pp. 155–175)</li><li>"Akua" (pp. 176–197)</li></ul> November 14<ul><li>"Willie" (pp. 198–220)</li><li>"Yaw" (pp. 221–241)</li><li> </li></ul>December 5<ul><li>"Sonny" (pp. 242–262)</li><li>"Marjorie" (pp. 263–282)</li><li>"Marcus" (pp. 283–299)</li><li> </li></ul>Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the SMA in advance at 319-335-1727.  

11/14/20 2020-11-14 14:00:00 -0600

2:00 p.m.

University of Iowa Stanley Museum of Art
Iowa City

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Figge Family Activity Center Opens

The Family Activity Center is reopening on a reservations-only basis on weekends beginning Saturday, October 3 during the following time slots:Saturdays: 12:30-2:30 p.m. | 3-5 p.m.Sundays: 12-2 p.m. | 2:30-5 p.m. <a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">Reservations are free</a> with the cost of admission and limited to one group of up to 10 people per time slot. This is a hands-on art activity space, but pre-packaged and disinfected art supplies will be given to registrants to ensure the safety of all guests and staff members.<a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">RESERVE YOUR VISIT </a> at figgeartmuseum.org and click on the preferred date of visit and add Family Activity Center add-on to your general admission visitIf you have additional questions regarding signing up your group for the Family Activity Center, please contact Brian Allen at 563.345.6654 or <a href="mailto:ballen@figgeartmuseum.org">ballen@figgeartmuseum.org</a>. 2020-11-15 17:00:00 -0600

11/15/20 2020-11-15 12:30:00 -0600

12:30 p.m.

Figge Art Museum
Davenport

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UNBREAKABLE Author Talk and Book Signing

Richard Askwith – author of the award-winning book, UNBREAKABLE – tells the story of Lata Brandisová, who caused a scandal in 1927 by insisting on a woman’s right to ride in the Grand Pardubice steeplechase – and went on to humiliate the finest warrior-horsemen of the Third Reich in the same race a decade later, on the eve of the Second World War.Lata Brandisová’s achievements in the saddle, particularly in the dramatic aftermath of Tomáš Garrigue Masaryk’s death in 1937, made her an icon for her nation, for her gender, and perhaps even for democracy.But the only woman ever to win the Grand Pardubice was not celebrated for long. Instead, because she was the wrong kind of person – a former countess with a habit of getting on the wrong side of totalitarian regimes – she quickly became taboo. She spent the last thirty years of her life in poverty and obscurity, and by the time it was safe to talk about her again, her achievements had faded from memory.In UNBREAKABLE (named biography of the year in the 2020 Telegraph Sports Book Awards), the English author Richard Askwith tells the full story of Lata Brandisová for the first time in any language. In his talk for the NCSML, he explains why Lata’s story was worth rescuing from oblivion, and discusses the significance of her achievements in the story of the Czech and Slovak nations. 2020-10-05 01:00:00 -0500

11/17/20 2020-11-17 00:00:00 -0600

12:00 a.m.

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library
Cedar Rapids

28
Virtual Thursday Forum: Thunder Gods and Flood Stories: A Universal Approach to Mythology?

Myths are stories and legends that have withstood the test of time but why do they exist?  Is there greater social meaning built into the seemingly fantastic characters, places, and events? This two-week course will explore the purpose of mythology in society and tackle the question of whether or not there are universal myths across all societies. In session one, we will examine what is the purpose of a myth and the varieties of myths found throughout the world. Session two will explore how anthropologists and other scholars approach and analyze myths across cultures. While we will primarily focus on the myths of the ancient Greeks and Romans, this forum will also touch on myths in a broad range of cultures and periods (including Mesopotamians, Egyptians, Greeks, Romans, Norse, and Native Americans) and the ways in which the universal features of myth also appear in modern stories like Star Wars and Harry Potter. Are these modern incarnations of our own society’s mythology or simply retellings of ancient myths, and is there any difference? In the end, do all societies dream of and fear the same things?The virtual event will be found at <a href="https://portal.stretchinternet.com/coeadmin/">https://portal.stretchinternet.com/coeadmin/</a> 2020-11-19 23:58:00 -0600

11/19/20 2020-11-19 00:00:00 -0600

12:00 a.m.

Coe College
Cedar Rapids

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Open Lab at Beadology Iowa

Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge.  For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time.  A basic metals studio is available for $15.  We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community.  You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab. 2020-11-19 20:00:00 -0600

11/19/20 2020-11-19 16:00:00 -0600

4:00 p.m.

Beadology Iowa
Iowa City

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Figge Family Activity Center Opens

The Family Activity Center is reopening on a reservations-only basis on weekends beginning Saturday, October 3 during the following time slots:Saturdays: 12:30-2:30 p.m. | 3-5 p.m.Sundays: 12-2 p.m. | 2:30-5 p.m. <a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">Reservations are free</a> with the cost of admission and limited to one group of up to 10 people per time slot. This is a hands-on art activity space, but pre-packaged and disinfected art supplies will be given to registrants to ensure the safety of all guests and staff members.<a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">RESERVE YOUR VISIT </a> at figgeartmuseum.org and click on the preferred date of visit and add Family Activity Center add-on to your general admission visitIf you have additional questions regarding signing up your group for the Family Activity Center, please contact Brian Allen at 563.345.6654 or <a href="mailto:ballen@figgeartmuseum.org">ballen@figgeartmuseum.org</a>. 2020-11-21 17:00:00 -0600

11/21/20 2020-11-21 12:30:00 -0600

12:30 p.m.

Figge Art Museum
Davenport

0
Sunday Wheel Try It November

Wheel Try It Sunday Workshop!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.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.Date: Sunday, November 22ndTime: 10:00-12:30 pmCost: $35/person COVID-19 precautions: 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. 2020-10-04 12:30:00 -0500

11/22/20 2020-11-22 10:00:00 -0600

10:00 a.m.

Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio
Cedar Rapids

35.0
Figge Family Activity Center Opens

The Family Activity Center is reopening on a reservations-only basis on weekends beginning Saturday, October 3 during the following time slots:Saturdays: 12:30-2:30 p.m. | 3-5 p.m.Sundays: 12-2 p.m. | 2:30-5 p.m. <a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">Reservations are free</a> with the cost of admission and limited to one group of up to 10 people per time slot. This is a hands-on art activity space, but pre-packaged and disinfected art supplies will be given to registrants to ensure the safety of all guests and staff members.<a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">RESERVE YOUR VISIT </a> at figgeartmuseum.org and click on the preferred date of visit and add Family Activity Center add-on to your general admission visitIf you have additional questions regarding signing up your group for the Family Activity Center, please contact Brian Allen at 563.345.6654 or <a href="mailto:ballen@figgeartmuseum.org">ballen@figgeartmuseum.org</a>. 2020-11-22 17:00:00 -0600

11/22/20 2020-11-22 12:30:00 -0600

12:30 p.m.

Figge Art Museum
Davenport

0
Open Lab at Beadology Iowa

Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge.  For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time.  A basic metals studio is available for $15.  We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community.  You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab. 2020-11-26 20:00:00 -0600

11/26/20 2020-11-26 16:00:00 -0600

4:00 p.m.

Beadology Iowa
Iowa City

0.0 0
Glass Holiday Trees November Morning

In this workshop, you will create on 5 inch glass tree using pieces of glass to decorate your tree.  We will then fire your creation in our kiln to create a one of a kind decoration you will use for years to come–project will be available 3 weeks after the workshop.  Included in the cost of the workshop, participants will also receive a hand made birch tree stand, so that your holiday tree stays upright! Sign up early, this workshop is sure to sell out. <ul><li>November 28th</li><li>Time: 8:30am—9:45am</li><li>Cost:  $24/project</li></ul>*Please note that due to covid restrictions, only those who have registered may be in the classroom.  Our Saturday family workshops are intended for all ages, pre-registration is required and space is limited. Kids ages 8 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult. COVID-19 precautions: 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. 2020-10-04 09:45:00 -0500

11/28/20 2020-11-28 08:30:00 -0600

8:30 a.m.

Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio
Cedar Rapids

24.0
Figge Family Activity Center Opens

The Family Activity Center is reopening on a reservations-only basis on weekends beginning Saturday, October 3 during the following time slots:Saturdays: 12:30-2:30 p.m. | 3-5 p.m.Sundays: 12-2 p.m. | 2:30-5 p.m. <a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">Reservations are free</a> with the cost of admission and limited to one group of up to 10 people per time slot. This is a hands-on art activity space, but pre-packaged and disinfected art supplies will be given to registrants to ensure the safety of all guests and staff members.<a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">RESERVE YOUR VISIT </a> at figgeartmuseum.org and click on the preferred date of visit and add Family Activity Center add-on to your general admission visitIf you have additional questions regarding signing up your group for the Family Activity Center, please contact Brian Allen at 563.345.6654 or <a href="mailto:ballen@figgeartmuseum.org">ballen@figgeartmuseum.org</a>. 2020-11-28 17:00:00 -0600

11/28/20 2020-11-28 12:30:00 -0600

12:30 p.m.

Figge Art Museum
Davenport

0
Glass Holiday Trees November Afternoon

In this workshop, you will create on 5 inch glass tree using pieces of glass to decorate your tree.  We will then fire your creation in our kiln to create a one of a kind decoration you will use for years to come–project will be available 3 weeks after the workshop.  Included in the cost of the workshop, participants will also receive a hand made birch tree stand, so that your holiday tree stays upright! Sign up early, this workshop is sure to sell out.<ul><li>November 28th</li><li>Time: 4:30-5:45 pm</li><li>Cost:  $24/project</li></ul>*Please note that due to covid restrictions, only those who have registered may be in the classroom.  Our Saturday family workshops are intended for all ages, pre-registration is required and space is limited. Kids ages 8 and under MUST be accompanied by an adultCOVID-19 precautions: 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. 2020-10-04 17:45:00 -0500

11/28/20 2020-11-28 16:30:00 -0600

4:30 p.m.

Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio
Cedar Rapids

24.0
Figge Family Activity Center Opens

The Family Activity Center is reopening on a reservations-only basis on weekends beginning Saturday, October 3 during the following time slots:Saturdays: 12:30-2:30 p.m. | 3-5 p.m.Sundays: 12-2 p.m. | 2:30-5 p.m. <a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">Reservations are free</a> with the cost of admission and limited to one group of up to 10 people per time slot. This is a hands-on art activity space, but pre-packaged and disinfected art supplies will be given to registrants to ensure the safety of all guests and staff members.<a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">RESERVE YOUR VISIT </a> at figgeartmuseum.org and click on the preferred date of visit and add Family Activity Center add-on to your general admission visitIf you have additional questions regarding signing up your group for the Family Activity Center, please contact Brian Allen at 563.345.6654 or <a href="mailto:ballen@figgeartmuseum.org">ballen@figgeartmuseum.org</a>. 2020-11-29 17:00:00 -0600

11/29/20 2020-11-29 12:30:00 -0600

12:30 p.m.

Figge Art Museum
Davenport

0
Open Lab at Beadology Iowa

Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge.  For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time.  A basic metals studio is available for $15.  We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community.  You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab. 2020-12-03 20:00:00 -0600

12/03/20 2020-12-03 16:00:00 -0600

4:00 p.m.

Beadology Iowa
Iowa City

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Figge Family Activity Center Opens

The Family Activity Center is reopening on a reservations-only basis on weekends beginning Saturday, October 3 during the following time slots:Saturdays: 12:30-2:30 p.m. | 3-5 p.m.Sundays: 12-2 p.m. | 2:30-5 p.m. <a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">Reservations are free</a> with the cost of admission and limited to one group of up to 10 people per time slot. This is a hands-on art activity space, but pre-packaged and disinfected art supplies will be given to registrants to ensure the safety of all guests and staff members.<a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">RESERVE YOUR VISIT </a> at figgeartmuseum.org and click on the preferred date of visit and add Family Activity Center add-on to your general admission visitIf you have additional questions regarding signing up your group for the Family Activity Center, please contact Brian Allen at 563.345.6654 or <a href="mailto:ballen@figgeartmuseum.org">ballen@figgeartmuseum.org</a>. 2020-12-05 17:00:00 -0600

12/05/20 2020-12-05 12:30:00 -0600

12:30 p.m.

Figge Art Museum
Davenport

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Stanley Reads - 6

<ul><li>December 5</li><li>"Sonny" (pp. 242–262)</li><li>"Marjorie" (pp. 263–282)</li><li>"Marcus" (pp. 283–299)</li></ul> Registration required:  <a href="https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3VR83aPIweoUmHz">https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3VR83aPIweoUmHz</a>Once registered, you will receive invitations to all Stanley Reads events.Registration will cut off at noon the Friday preceding each event.Stanley Reads puts the museum’s recent exhibitions in conversation with literature. This fall we will consider <a href="[sitetree_link,id=1527]" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Follow Her Lead</a> in relation to Homegoing by Yaa Gyasi. Both the exhibition and novel focus on women and motherhood across time and geography. During each meeting of the book club, we will pair artwork from the exhibition with chapters from the book to connect deeply with the themes and expand our understanding of the objects and the story. Stanley Reads is led by Kimberly Datchuk, curator of learning & engagement and is presented in partnership with Prairie Lights Books.Homegoing begins in Ghana in the eighteenth century. It follows the lives of two half-sisters and eight generations of their descendants, those who endured enslavement in America and those who remained in Africa. The powerful story shows the deep and lasting effects of slavery. Yaa Gyasi was born in Ghana and raised in Huntsville, Alabama. She earned an MFA from the Iowa Writers’ Workshop. Homegoing won the PEN/Hemingway Award and the NBCC’s John Leonard Award. It is Gyasi’s first novel. Register for Stanley Reads:  <a href="https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3VR83aPIweoUmHz">https://uiowa.qualtrics.com/jfe/form/SV_3VR83aPIweoUmHz</a>Once registered, you will receive invitations to all Stanley Reads events.September 19<ul><li>"Effia" (pp. 1–26)</li><li>"Esi" (pp.27–48)</li></ul> October 3<ul><li>"Quey" (pp. 49–86)</li><li>"James" (pp. 87–109)</li></ul> October 17<ul><li>"Kojo" (pp. 110–131)</li><li>"Abena" (pp. 132–152)</li></ul> October 31 (led by Derek Nnuro)<ul><li>"H" (pp. 155–175)</li><li>"Akua" (pp. 176–197)</li></ul> November 14<ul><li>"Willie" (pp. 198–220)</li><li>"Yaw" (pp. 221–241)</li><li> </li></ul>December 5<ul><li>"Sonny" (pp. 242–262)</li><li>"Marjorie" (pp. 263–282)</li><li>"Marcus" (pp. 283–299)</li><li> </li></ul>Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the SMA in advance at 319-335-1727.  

12/05/20 2020-12-05 14:00:00 -0600

2:00 p.m.

University of Iowa Stanley Museum of Art
Iowa City

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Figge Family Activity Center Opens

The Family Activity Center is reopening on a reservations-only basis on weekends beginning Saturday, October 3 during the following time slots:Saturdays: 12:30-2:30 p.m. | 3-5 p.m.Sundays: 12-2 p.m. | 2:30-5 p.m. <a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">Reservations are free</a> with the cost of admission and limited to one group of up to 10 people per time slot. This is a hands-on art activity space, but pre-packaged and disinfected art supplies will be given to registrants to ensure the safety of all guests and staff members.<a href="https://sales.figgeartmuseum.org/generaladmission.aspx">RESERVE YOUR VISIT </a> at figgeartmuseum.org and click on the preferred date of visit and add Family Activity Center add-on to your general admission visitIf you have additional questions regarding signing up your group for the Family Activity Center, please contact Brian Allen at 563.345.6654 or <a href="mailto:ballen@figgeartmuseum.org">ballen@figgeartmuseum.org</a>. 2020-12-06 17:00:00 -0600

12/06/20 2020-12-06 12:30:00 -0600

12:30 p.m.

Figge Art Museum
Davenport

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Volunteer work day - Genealogical Society of Linn County, Iowa

Do you like to volunteer, like Genealogy, or History?  Give a little of your time, and join us on the first Monday of each month (unless a holiday, or bad weather)The purpose for this day is to invite volunteers to work on library projects to preserve our precious resources.  We are not open to the public., this is not a research day, but a day to help organize the library.  Stay as little or long as you wish and bring a lunch.Our monthly volunteer work day session will be on Monday,  from 10–4 at our location in the lower level of the Masonic Building at 813 1st Ave. S.E.Parking is available in the rear. Please enter through the back door. Genealogical Society of Linn County, Iowa P.O Box 175Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52406-0175<a href="callto%3A(319)%20369-0022">(319) 369-0022</a> <a href="http://gensoclinncoia.weebly.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WEBSITE</a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GenealogyLinnCo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FACEBOOK</a> Please use "Amazon Smile" and our Non-Profit Organization when purchasing items through Amazon. 2020-12-07 16:00:00 -0600

12/07/20 2020-12-07 10:00:00 -0600

10:00 a.m.

Genealogical Society of Linn County Iowa
Cedar Rapids,

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Open Lab at Beadology Iowa

Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge.  For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time.  A basic metals studio is available for $15.  We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community.  You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab. 2020-12-10 20:00:00 -0600

12/10/20 2020-12-10 16:00:00 -0600

4:00 p.m.

Beadology Iowa
Iowa City

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CommUnity Creates-Open Studio

Love sharing creative time with others? Join the UnityCR Arts Ministry Team on the second Saturday of each month from 9 am-noon! We will meet in the beautiful and sunny Sacred Grounds and Books and enjoy a warm cup of tea or coffee while we chat with others and create! Bring your own project, work with art supplies available, or learn about the Artists Trading Cards project. Fee is $5.00 for use of the space plus love offering for the coffee shop. Create with us! 2020-12-12 12:00:00 -0600

12/12/20 2020-12-12 09:00:00 -0600

9:00 a.m.

Unity Center of Cedar Rapids
Cedar Rapids

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Community Stitch

If you enjoy hand stitching, knitting, or crocheting, Community Stitch is a group that you would enjoy.  We make door decorations that are given to residents of area care centers at Christmas time.  We would love to have you join us. 2020-12-12 15:00:00 -0600

12/12/20 2020-12-12 12:00:00 -0600

12:00 p.m.

Scott's Family Restaurant
Cedar Rapids

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