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Freedom Bike Ride: Root Beer Edition
<p>Due to an overwhelming response with almost 200 bike riders in the first year, the Freedom Bike Ride is welcomed back for the 4th year! This fundraiser bicycle event will take place on Sunday, June 23, 2019, with new start times of 10:30am and 11:00am. This is a great practice route for RAGBRAI! </p><p>There are two different bike loops to choose from; 28 or 45 miles. The start of the ride is at Lowe Park in Marion, IA. All loop intervals will meet back at the central location concurrently for a sit down buffet.</p><p>A button is required for this event, along with a $40 registration fee, which includes a Freedom Festival button, complimentary rest stops with beverages and snacks, as well as meal at the end of the ride. Back again this year will be the popular "Bike Bucks". Each rider will receive $10 worth of "Bike Bucks" to use at any designated stop along the ride. The Boot Jack Duo will also be the entertainment for riders after completing the ride.</p><p>Registration increases to $45 beginning June 20th. </p><p>A helmet is required for all riders. Button must be worn during the ride. Visit our website for full details and for registration.</p> 2017-11-30 18:00:00 -06006/23/1910:30 a.m.Lowe Park 4500 10th Street, Marion, Iowa 52302Marion -
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Library-Community Writing Center
<p>Adults and teens: get one-on-one help with your writing from University of Iowa writing tutors at the Library-Community writing center satellite in the Second Floor Training Lab. Resumes, applications, test prep practice, reports, creative writing of all types - anything is welcome. Walk-in 20 minute appointments are first come first serve.</p> 2019-02-19 20:00:00 -06002/19/196:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Library-Community Writing Center
<p>Adults and teens: get one-on-one help with your writing from Kirkwood Community College writing tutors at the Library-Community writing center satellite in the Second Floor Digital Media Lab. Resumes, applications, test prep practice, reports, creative writing of all types - anything is welcome. Walk-in 20 minute appointments are first come first serve.</p> 2019-02-21 20:30:00 -06002/21/196:30 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Library-Community Writing Center
<p>Adults and teens: get one-on-one help with your writing from University of Iowa writing tutors at the Library-Community writing center satellite in the Second Floor Training Lab. Resumes, applications, test prep practice, reports, creative writing of all types - anything is welcome. Walk-in 20 minute appointments are first come first serve.</p> 2019-02-26 20:00:00 -06002/26/196:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Let's Play Scrabble!
<p>Join us for Scrabble once a week at Ladd Library! The game is on each Wednesday from 1-5 in the Community Room. New competitors are a plus. You can come in and play at any time during the session. Bring your own equipment if you like, but we will have some boards and dictionaries on site. All skill levels welcome!</p> 2019-02-20 16:00:00 -06002/20/191:00 p.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Library-Community Writing Center
<p>Adults and teens: get one-on-one help with your writing from Kirkwood Community College writing tutors at the Library-Community writing center satellite in the Second Floor Digital Media Lab. Resumes, applications, test prep practice, reports, creative writing of all types - anything is welcome. Walk-in 20 minute appointments are first come first serve.</p> 2019-02-28 20:30:00 -06002/28/196:30 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Medical Discussion: Health and Nutrition
<p>In the second part of our health discussions series, we'll be discussing nutrition. Do you have diet restrictions due to your health? How does what we eat affect how we feel? We will discuss all things related to nutrition on Monday, Feb. 25 from 7-8 p.m. Registration is required.</p> 2019-01-18 20:00:00 -06002/25/197:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Doodlebugs at Marion Public Library: Doodlebugs Flight School
<p> Doodlebugs at the Marion Public Library: Flight School</p><p> We’re taking to the skies in today’s story about a helicopter, and then we’ll create artwork that’ll make your head spin! Doodlebugs is a <strong>free</strong> preschool series for families, but if you have a daycare or school group, contact us about setting up a private Doodlebugs class designed just for you! For more info, contact CRMA Education Director Erin Thomas at 319.366.7503 or <a href="mailto:ethomas@crma.org" target="_blank">ethomas@crma.org</a>.</p><p><strong>Hosts for this Event: </strong></p><p>Marion Public Library</p><p><br></p> 2018-12-20 11:15:00 -06002/26/1910:45 a.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
Let's Play Scrabble!
<p>Join us for Scrabble once a week at Ladd Library! The game is on each Wednesday from 1-5 in the Community Room. New competitors are a plus. You can come in and play at any time during the session. Bring your own equipment if you like, but we will have some boards and dictionaries on site. All skill levels welcome!</p> 2019-02-27 16:00:00 -06002/27/191:00 p.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Playdate with a Book
<p>During the month of February, Hiawatha Public Library invites kids to go on a playdate with a book! Check out a wrapped book and let us know what you think. Have you made a new friend? Two random "playdaters" will win prizes when February ends.</p> 2019-02-19 20:00:00 -06002/19/1910:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Playdate with a Book
<p>During the month of February, Hiawatha Public Library invites kids to go on a playdate with a book! Check out a wrapped book and let us know what you think. Have you made a new friend? Two random "playdaters" will win prizes when February ends.</p> 2019-02-20 20:00:00 -06002/20/1910:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
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Storytime
<p>This interactive storytime for all ages and stages combines books, rhymes, songs, and movement. Join us for fun and early literacy enrichment!</p> 2019-02-19 11:00:00 -06002/19/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
ICPL Tech Help
<p>Technology getting the better of you? Have questions about computers, ebook readers, iPods, or your cell phone? Want to learn how to surf the net, get a free email account, Skype, or set up a Facebook page? Or do you just want to learn more about the online products and services available at ICPL? Let us help! Bring your questions or the gadget that's giving you grief and stop by any one of the ICPL Tech Help sessions.</p> 2019-02-19 14:00:00 -06002/19/1911:00 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Board to Bits
<p>Tuesdays were made for gaming. We've an extensive collection of board games to choose from and co-op video games. We alternate between board games and video games each week. Bring your friends and try them out!</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-02-19 17:30:00 -06002/19/193:30 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Black History Month: Bryan Collier Collage Art
<p>Author/ Illustrator Bryan Collier has created several beloved Children’s books, and is a four-time recipient of a Caldecott Honor for Martin's Big Words, Rosa, Dave the Potter, and Trombone Shorty. Collier uses a unique technique of combining watercolors with collage, often using photos or cutouts of magazines. Today we will create custom collage art inspired by Collier’s art in celebration of Black History Month. This program is for kids in grades 1-6.</p> 2019-02-08 17:00:00 -06002/19/194:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Job Search Series-Resume Writing
<p>New Year, New Career? Our Job Search Series continues with a look at resume writing.</p><p>Learn the basics of resume writing. Bring your resume if you have it, or start creating your resume during our workshop.</p><p><br></p><p>Speaker: Amanda Reedy</p> 2018-12-04 19:30:00 -06002/19/196:30 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Playdate with a Book
<p>During the month of February, Hiawatha Public Library invites kids to go on a playdate with a book! Check out a wrapped book and let us know what you think. Have you made a new friend? Two random "playdaters" will win prizes when February ends.</p> 2019-02-21 20:00:00 -06002/21/1910:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Story Time
<p>Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs on Thursdays at Ladd Library.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-02-21 10:30:00 -06002/21/1910:00 a.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Game On!
<p>If you love games, the library has you covered. Come play video games on the Wii, WiiU and Switch or go low-tech and play one of our board games.</p> 2019-02-12 17:00:00 -06002/21/193:30 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Mother Goose on the Loose
<p>“Mother Goose on the Loose” is a 20-minute nursery rhyme program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 30-minute playtime. This program helps strengthen babies’ and toddlers' foundation for literacy with rhymes, rhythm, repetition, story and movement. Registration is no longer required!</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-02-20 10:25:00 -06002/20/199:30 a.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Musical Preview: Regina presents The Little Mermaid
<p>Walt Disney’s The Little Mermaid, based on Hans Christian Andersen’s fairy tale, will be performed March 1-3, 2019 by the Regina High School Theatre Department at the Coralville Center for Performing Arts. Enjoy a preview of one of Disney’s most popular animated shows with some of the cast as they read the story, and sing and act out some scenes from the show!</p> 2019-02-12 11:00:00 -06002/20/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
ICPL Tech Help
<p>Technology getting the better of you? Have questions about computers, ebook readers, iPods, or your cell phone? Want to learn how to surf the net, get a free email account, Skype, or set up a Facebook page? Or do you just want to learn more about the online products and services available at ICPL? Let us help! Bring your questions or the gadget that's giving you grief and stop by any one of the ICPL Tech Help sessions.</p> 2019-02-20 14:00:00 -06002/20/1911:00 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
ScienTweens
<p>Presenter: Iowa City Science Booster Club</p><p>This month learn about the evolution of running and how four legs became two.</p><p>Don't just learn science- DO science with the Iowa City Science Booster Club. This monthly hands-on program for tweens gives you a chance to use cool scientific equipment to discover and explore the world around you.</p><p>Just for kids in 3rd-6th grades.</p> 2019-02-12 16:30:00 -06002/20/193:30 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Black History Month Film: Through a Lens Darkly- Black Photographers and the Emergence of a People
<p>Through a Lens Darkly: Black Photographers and the Emergence of a People (2014) The first documentary to explore the role of photography in shaping the identity, aspirations and social emergence of African Americans from slavery to the present, THROUGH A LENS DARKLY probes the recesses of American history by discovering images that have been suppressed, forgotten and lost. 1:30 minutes.</p> 2019-02-12 21:00:00 -06002/20/197:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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Playdate with a Book
<p>During the month of February, Hiawatha Public Library invites kids to go on a playdate with a book! Check out a wrapped book and let us know what you think. Have you made a new friend? Two random "playdaters" will win prizes when February ends.</p> 2019-02-22 20:00:00 -06002/22/1910:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Senior Tech Zone
<p>Want to learn how to use Google or make better searches? Or would you like to try your hand at Facebook, blogging or learn how to scan? Or maybe you just need some extra help using a computer. Come join your peers for a two-hour drop in session, no sign-up needed and it is free!</p> 2019-02-21 12:30:00 -06002/21/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Virtual Reality
<p>Come experience virtual reality at the Cedar Rapids Public Library as we travel to strange and incredible places. Explore new worlds, solve puzzles, and outrun the occasional stray dinosaur. This event is held in the Maker Room.<br><br>This program is sponsored by the Giacoletto Foundation.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-02-21 17:30:00 -06002/21/193:30 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
ICPL Teen Activity Group
<p>Calling all people in grades 7-12! TAG is looking for new members!</p><p>The Iowa City Public Library Teen Activity Group (TAG) is designed to energize teen programming and services as well as allow teens a greater voice at the Library. We meet monthly to discuss books, plan upcoming events, and talk about what's going on. We also we eat snacks.</p><p>Want to make a difference in your Library? Maybe you just love reading and making new friends? We'd love to hear from you! TAG meets each month during the school year.</p><p>If you are interested in joining TAG, please drop by and find out what we're about!</p> 2019-02-12 17:00:00 -06002/21/194:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Reading to Dogs
<p>Make new furry friends as you improve your reading skills! Trained, certified therapy dogs provide comfortable companionship to emerging readers as they earn a free library book and bookmark. Everyone welcome to read to the dogs.Then stay as the pups perform at 7 p.m.!</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-02-21 19:15:00 -06002/21/196:00 p.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Virtual Reality
<p>Come experience virtual reality at the Cedar Rapids Public Library as we travel to strange and incredible places. Explore new worlds, solve puzzles, and outrun the occasional stray dinosaur. This event is held in the Maker Room.<br><br>This program is sponsored by the Giacoletto Foundation.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-03-28 17:30:00 -05003/28/193:30 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids