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1626 N St SW , Cedar Rapids(319) 438-65824185 Whittier Rd. , Waubeek
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Ted Yoder Band Holiday Show
<p>Ted’s music rocketed around the world when his instrumental version of Everybody Wants to Rule the World went viral with over 100 million views.</p><p>Each and every night Ted Yoder crafts a progressive jam session that keeps audiences coast to coast asking presenters to "BRING HIM BACK!" Merging world class talent with a rock-n-roll attitude, Ted delivers nostalgic music on a rarely seen instrument.</p><p>Stunning originals and covers of Bruce Hornsby, Tears for Fears, Don Henley, Kansas, and Beatles are mixed with relaxed banter and unscripted moments for a one of a kind show.</p><p>Ted will be accompanied by marimba, percussion, fretless bass and electric guitar. This will be a holiday show you won’t want to miss.</p><p>Tickets are $17.50 and can be purchased at www.badangleevents.org</p><p>Bad Angle Events is a group of friends who wish to find ways to celebrate and strengthen community by gathering together to experience quality events and entertainment in beautiful Celebration Hall on the campus of Hillcrest Academy in a rural setting near Iowa City and Kalona, Iowa.</p> 2022-11-30 21:00:00 -0600
12/17/227:00 p.m.Celebration HallKalona -
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Marion Big Band Christmas Concert
<p>The 16th annual <strong>Marion Big Band Christmas Concert</strong> at the <strong>Coggon Opera House</strong> is set for Sunday, December 11 at 2 p.m. The program will be a combination of traditional big band tunes and the "Sounds of the Season." Admission is free, but donations are welcome to further the work of the Opera House. Doors open 30 minutes beforehand.</p><p>Following the concert, the Coggon Historical Society is hosting a Holiday Desserts Bar in the Opera House Annex. Donations will support their building projects.</p>
12/11/222:00 p.m.Coggon Opera HouseCoggon -
Iowa City New Horizons Band Concert
<p>Come to a mid-week, mid-afternoon band concert performed by the Iowa City New Horizons Band. Performance features a wide range of musical selections. The program features a wide range of musical selections, from marches and medleys, to a bit of Christmas cheer.</p> 2022-11-22 15:30:00 -060012/13/222:30 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Band Concert New Horizons Band in Iowa City
<p>Come to the Englert Theater for a band concert performed by the Iowa City New Horizons Band. Performance features a wide range of musical selections. The program features a wide range of musical selections, from marches and medleys, to a bit of Christmas cheer. Stick around after for a concert by the Iowa City Community Band, featuring many songs of the season!</p> 2022-11-22 15:00:00 -060012/18/222:00 p.m.Englert TheatreIowa City -
Winter Choral, Chamber Orchestra, and Symphonic Band Concert
<p>Cornell’s band, choir, orchestra will perform separately and in combination, with a program to include some holiday music.</p> 2022-10-14 15:30:00 -0500
12/10/222:00 p.m.Kimmel TheatreMount Vernon -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2022-12-22 16:00:00 -0600
12/22/229:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2022-12-23 16:00:00 -0600
12/23/229:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2022-12-24 16:00:00 -0600
12/24/229:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2022-12-25 16:00:00 -0600
12/25/229:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2022-12-26 16:00:00 -0600
12/26/229:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2022-12-27 16:00:00 -0600
12/27/229:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
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Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2022-12-28 16:00:00 -0600
12/28/229:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2022-12-29 16:00:00 -0600
12/29/229:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2022-12-30 16:00:00 -0600
12/30/229:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2022-12-31 16:00:00 -0600
12/31/229:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2023-01-01 16:00:00 -0600
1/01/239:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2023-01-02 16:00:00 -0600
1/02/239:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2023-01-03 16:00:00 -0600
1/03/239:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2023-01-04 16:00:00 -0600
1/04/239:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2023-01-05 16:00:00 -0600
1/05/239:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2023-01-06 16:00:00 -0600
1/06/239:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2023-01-07 16:00:00 -0600
1/07/239:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2023-01-08 16:00:00 -0600
1/08/239:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2023-01-09 16:00:00 -0600
1/09/239:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
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Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2023-01-10 16:00:00 -0600
1/10/239:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2023-01-11 16:00:00 -0600
1/11/239:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2023-01-12 16:00:00 -0600
1/12/239:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2023-01-13 16:00:00 -0600
1/13/239:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2023-01-14 16:00:00 -0600
1/14/239:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Magic and Mystery: Mardi Gras and Carnival Traditions
<p>All over the world, Carnival celebrations take place in the days leading up to Ash Wednesday and Lent. In the United States, this festival is called Mardi Gras. Czechs call it Masopust and the Slovak word is Fašiangy.</p><p>In the United States, Czech glass Mardi Gras beads were worn and thrown to crowds in New Orleans. In the Czech and Slovak Republics, costumes may depict a bear on a chain and its master, the so-called hřebenář (hair comb maker), a devil, animals, or the chimney sweep.</p><p>This exhibit will feature Czech and Slovak Carnival masks and costumes next to ornate beaded parade costumes from the American south, along with Czech beaded necklaces. Artifacts and images will be borrowed from museums in the United States as well as in the Czech Republic and Slovakia.</p><p>In the spirit of Carnival celebrations, an 8’ x 4’ float created by Metro High School geometry students provides visitors an opportunity to help decorate a part of the exhibit. Animal-themed masks, designed and created by Metro High School art students, will help you capture a festive Mardi Gras picture!</p><p>Hours: Mon-Sat, 9:30am – 4:00pm and Sunday, 12:00pm – 4:00pm </p> 2023-01-15 16:00:00 -0600
1/15/239:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids