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2629 Beaver Avenue, Suite 1, Des Moines(319) 377-49821400 Twixt Town Rd , Marion
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Imagine Other Worlds with Authors Book Signing Event
<p>Imagine Other Worlds with Authors (I.O.W.A.), a FREE multi-author, multi-genre book signing event, is the brainchild author Aaron Bunce, a member of Writers Anonymous, a group of word addicts from the Cedar Rapids Metro area and beyond. Our first event was held in 2016 at Lindale Mall in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. </p><p><br></p><p>Join us at this year’s event on Saturday, July 21, 2018 at the Marion Columbus Club at 5650 Kacena Avenue in Marion, Iowa from 10 AM to 3 PM. <strong><em><u>The event is free and open to the public.</u></em></strong></p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-size: 24px;"><strong>Guests of Honor</strong></span></p><p><strong>Children's/Young Adult Authors </strong></p><p>Jolene Buchheit <br>Ann Morris/Ana Morris <br>Mary Griffith Chalupsky <br>Catherine Schaff-Stump <br>KM Ryant Hutzel </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Fiction Authors </strong></p><p>Amelia Kibbie <br>Joanne Salemink <br>Brian K. Morris <br>William Schlichter <br>Randy Roeder <br>Francis Sparks </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Romance Authors </strong><br>CJ Bower <br>Kristine Plum <br>Brooke Williams </p><p><br></p><p><strong>Science Fiction/Fantasy Authors </strong></p><p>Aaron Bunce <br>Coy Kissee & Geoff Habiger <br>Skye Malone <br>M.L. Williams <br>Shakrya Dunn <br>Michael Koogler <br>Dennis Maulsby <br>Beth Hudson <br>Alexandra Penn <br>Jed Quinn</p><p><br></p><p>See full profiles of all the authors <a href="http://ia-otherworlds.com/about-iowa/iowa-attendees-2018/?utm_source=hoopla&utm_medium=link&utm_campaign=2018" target="_blank">on our web site!</a></p> 2018-04-28 15:00:00 -0500
7/21/1810:00 a.m.Marion Columbus ClubMarion -
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The Book Club at The House
<p>Ummm… where did JUNE go?! Seriously, the month just flew by… & we forgot to read our book selection! So, in hopes that we aren’t the only ones that blinked & realized July was upon us, we’re doing a repeat. July’s book selection is: Girl, Wash Your Face by Rachel Hollis.<span> </span></p><p><br></p><p>We picked up a few extra copies & have them waiting for you at The House. Snag your spot today, then swing on by to pick up your book. It makes for a great laying-by-the-pool read!<span> </span></p><p><br></p><p>Ticket includes lunch & a copy of the book!<span> </span></p><p><br></p><p>*Event price: $25/ticket</p><p>**Social Club Member Event price: FREE</p> 2018-07-06 13:15:00 -05007/25/1811:45 a.m.The Dostal HouseCedar Rapids -
Between The Covers Cozy Mystery Book Club
<p>We will be reading <em>Color Me Murder</em> by Krista Davis over the course of 6 weeks. We will meet every other week to discuss the book and share our favorite cozy mystery authors. On our last meeting we will compare our coloring covers and try some of the recipes from the book.</p> 2018-07-23 19:00:00 -05007/23/186:00 p.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
Better Read Than Dead Mystery Book Club
<p>Join us in Reading <em>Midnight at the Bright Ideas Bookstore</em> by Matthew Sullivan. This book is a fiendishly clever bookstore mystery that will keep you guessing until the very last page. </p> 2018-07-23 19:00:00 -05007/23/186:00 p.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
Book Babies
<p>Rhymes, fingerplays, songs and short stories designed to stimulate your infant's language development.</p><p>We ask that there be a lap for every baby.</p><p>Book Babies will be presented at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.</p> 2018-07-20 11:00:00 -05007/20/1810:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Boys in the Bunkhouse - an All Iowa Reads book discussion
<p>Join ICPL staff for a discussion of Boys in the Bunkhouse by Dan Barry, the 2018 All Iowa Reads book selection for adults. With this Dickensian tale from America’s heartland, New York Times writer and columnist Dan Barry tells the harrowing yet uplifting story of the exploitation and abuse of a resilient group of men with intellectual disability, and the heroic efforts of those who helped them to find justice and reclaim their lives. In the tiny Iowa farm town of Atalissa, dozens of men, all with intellectual disability and all from Texas, lived in an old schoolhouse. Before dawn each morning, they were bused to a nearby processing plant, where they eviscerated turkeys in return for food, lodging, and $65 a month. They lived in near servitude for more than thirty years, enduring increasing neglect, exploitation, and physical and emotional abuse—until state social workers, local journalists, and one tenacious labor lawyer helped these men achieve freedom. A luminous work of social justice, told with compassion and compelling detail, The Boys in the Bunkhouse is more than just inspired storytelling. It is a clarion call for a vigilance that ensures inclusion and dignity for all.</p> 2018-07-10 12:00:00 -0500
7/21/1810:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Better Read Than Dead Mystery Book Club
<p>Join us in Reading <em>Midnight at the Bright Ideas Bookstore</em> by Matthew Sullivan. This book is a fiendishly clever bookstore mystery that will keep you guessing until the very last page. </p> 2018-07-30 19:00:00 -05007/30/186:00 p.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
Walk, Talk, and Read Weekly Walkers
<p>Join us Tuesday mornings as we take a leisurely walk and discuss our favorite books and authors with other bibliophiles! This is a group for all ages and abilities. After our walk we will meet back at the bookstore for coffee and a snack.</p> 2018-07-24 10:00:00 -05007/24/189:00 a.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
Heart Land: Kimberly Stuart Author Event
<p>Author Kimberly Stuart will be talking, answering questions, and signing copies of her novels, including Sugar and Act Two, as well as her latest novel, Heart Land, a story of reconnection, lost love, and the power of faith. Heart Land follows a struggling fashion designer back to her small Iowa hometown as she tries to follow her dreams of success and finding true love. Join us for this special author event!</p>
7/24/186:30 p.m.Barnes & Noble BooksellerCedar Rapids -
Book Babies
<p>Rhymes, fingerplays, songs and short stories designed to stimulate your infant's language development.</p><p>We ask that there be a lap for every baby.</p><p>Book Babies will be presented at 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m.</p> 2018-07-27 11:00:00 -05007/27/1810:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Henry Davison: You Can Be What You Want to Be
<p>Join authors Diane Fannon-Langton, Tricia Andersen, and Henry Davison, founder of HD Youth Center, for a special book signing from 2pm - 4pm.<span> They will be signing copies of Henry Davison: You Can Be What You Want to Be.</span></p><p>This book tells the story of Mr. Henry Davison's life from humble beginnings in the Deep South during the 1920's through his lifetime accomplishments in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. It is a testament of the accomplishments of a man who confronted the hardships of life, worked hard, had strong values and integrity and an unfailing faith in the Lord.</p> 2018-06-07 16:00:00 -0500
7/28/182:00 p.m.Barnes & Noble BooksellerCedar Rapids -
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ICPL Friends Foundation Book Sale
<p>Visit the Library and check out the quality materials and great bargains at the ICPL Friends Foundation Booksale. A purchase is a WIN-WIN! You get great materials and the Friends Foundation supports the Library. Thank you!</p> 2018-07-09 15:00:00 -05007/21/1810:00 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Art Lovers Book Club:Dreaming with His Eyes Open: A Life of Diego Rivera
<p><em>Dreaming with His Eyes Open: A Life of Diego Rivera<span> </span></em>by Patrick Marnham</p><p>This fascinating biography of Diego Rivera, the brilliant Mexican artist<span> </span>and<span> </span>revolutionary (and twice-married husband of Frida Kahlo), captures the explosively passionate nature that made Rivera one of this century's most gifted and controversial painters. Drawing on his extensive travels and research, Patrick Marnham explores a character who was, in every sense, larger than life. We are introduced to rural Mexico, Spain, and Italy where he first encounters the work of the great fresco painters that will change his life and art forever. Throughout we are witness to Rivera's immense passions; his countless lovers, his stormy relationship with Frida Kahlo, his political bravado, his massive strength, and maniacal work ethic which fueled his highest artistic achievements and made for an extraordinarily complex life. Marnham conveys to us the impact of this galvanic force that was Rivera's creative drive and<span> </span>personality,<span> </span>and shows why he was perhaps the greatest muralist since the Renaissance.</p><p><strong>Hosts for this Event:<span> </span></strong></p><p>The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art</p><p>All are welcome to this free event!</p><p><br></p>
8/16/184:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
<p>The Friends of the CRPL will hold a book sale in the Commons of the Downtown Library from 9 am to 1 pm. Stop in and make a book purchase and support the Friends.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p><p><br></p> 2018-09-01 13:00:00 -05009/01/189:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public Library - DowntownCedar Rapids -
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
<p>The Friends of the CRPL will hold a book sale in the Commons of the Downtown Library from 9 am to 1 pm. Stop in and make a book purchase and support the Friends.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p><p><br></p> 2018-10-06 13:00:00 -050010/06/189:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public Library - DowntownCedar Rapids -
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
<p>The Friends of the CRPL will hold a book sale in the Commons of the Downtown Library from 9 am to 1 pm. Stop in and make a book purchase and support the Friends.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p><p><br></p> 2018-11-03 13:00:00 -050011/03/189:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public Library - DowntownCedar Rapids -
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
<p>The Friends of the CRPL will hold a book sale in the Commons of the Downtown Library from 9 am to 1 pm. Stop in and make a book purchase and support the Friends.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p><p><br></p> 2018-12-01 13:00:00 -060012/01/189:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public Library - DowntownCedar Rapids -
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
<p>The Friends of the CRPL will hold a book sale in the Commons of the Downtown Library from 9 am to 1 pm. Stop in and make a book purchase and support the Friends.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p><p><br></p> 2019-01-05 13:00:00 -06001/05/199:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public Library - DowntownCedar Rapids -
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
<p>The Friends of the CRPL will hold a book sale in the Commons of the Downtown Library from 9 am to 1 pm. Stop in and make a book purchase and support the Friends.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p><p><br></p> 2019-02-02 13:00:00 -06002/02/199:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public Library - DowntownCedar Rapids -
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
<p>The Friends of the CRPL will hold a book sale in the Commons of the Downtown Library from 9 am to 1 pm. Stop in and make a book purchase and support the Friends.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p><p><br></p> 2019-03-02 13:00:00 -06003/02/199:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public Library - DowntownCedar Rapids -
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
<p>The Friends of the CRPL will hold a book sale in the Commons of the Downtown Library from 9 am to 1 pm. Stop in and make a book purchase and support the Friends.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p><p><br></p> 2019-04-06 13:00:00 -05004/06/199:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public Library - DowntownCedar Rapids -
Friends of the Library - Book Sale
<p>The Friends of the CRPL will hold a book sale in the Commons of the Downtown Library from 9 am to 1 pm. Stop in and make a book purchase and support the Friends.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p><p><br></p> 2019-05-04 13:00:00 -05005/04/199:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public Library - DowntownCedar Rapids -
Art Lovers Book Club: The Art of Rivalry: Four Friendships, Betrayals, and Breakthroughs in Modern
<p><em>The Art of Rivalry: Four Friendships, Betrayals, and Breakthroughs in Modern Art </em>by Sebastion Smee</p><p>Pulitzer<span> </span>Prize–winning<span> </span>art critic Sebastian Smee tells the fascinating story of four pairs of artists: Manet and Degas, Picasso and Matisse, Pollock and de Kooning, Freud and Bacon whose fraught, competitive friendships spurred them to new creative heights.<span> </span><em>The Art of Rivalry</em><span> </span>follows these eight celebrated artists, each linked to a counterpart by friendship, admiration, envy, and ambition. All eight are household names today. But to achieve what they did, each needed the influence of a contemporary, one who was equally ambitious but possessed sharply contrasting strengths and weaknesses.</p><p>All are welcome at the Art Lovers' Book Club!</p>
9/20/184:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Art Lovers Book Club:The Marriage of Opposites
<p>Oct. 18, 4 PM <em>The Marriage of Opposites</em> by Alice Hoffman</p><p>A forbidden love story set on a tropical island about the extraordinary woman who gave birth to painter Camille Pissarro. Growing up on idyllic St Thomas in the early 1800s, Rachel dreams of life in faraway Paris. When her older husband suddenly dies and his handsome younger nephew Frederick arrives from France to settle the estate, Rachel seizes her own life story by beginning a defiant passionate love affair with Frederick. A scandal ensues which affects all of her family including her favorite son who will become one of the greatest artists of France.</p>
10/18/184:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
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Crazy Horse Family Members to Discuss & Sign their book "Crazy Horse The Lakota Warrior's Life and Legacy"
<p>Crazy Horse family elder member Floyd Clown and author William Matson discuss and sign their book "Crazy Horse The Lakota Warrior's Life and Legacy" Based on the family's oral history.</p> 2018-07-10 16:30:00 -0500
8/18/182:00 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Book Report
<p>A book club that meets once a month for an</p><p>informal round table discussion and sharing of</p><p>books you have enjoyed reading. Choose your</p><p>favorite author old or new, best sellers or classic,</p><p>fiction, non-fiction, short stories or poetry. Not</p><p>limited to presenters; anyone who is interested</p><p>in finding new authors while exploring the</p><p>abundance of reading opportunities in our City</p><p>of Literature is welcome.</p> 2018-04-24 15:30:00 -05008/21/182:00 p.m.The CenterIowa City -
STORY TIME FOR CHILDREN
<p>Story Time for Chilren at Cleveland Park. Saturday, July 21st at 10am. Event includes craft table to make bookmarks and distribution of gently used books. Learn about the Dolly Parton Imagination Library. Cookies provided. </p>7/21/1810:00 a.m.Cleveland ParkCedar Rapids -
Wednesday Night Book Group
<p>Join us for our Wednesday Night Book Group! On the second Wednesday of each month at 6pm, we will discuss a title that has been selected by the group. All are welcome.</p> 2018-08-01 19:00:00 -05008/08/186:00 p.m.Barnes and NobleCedar Rapids, -
Wednesday Night Book Group
<p>Join us for our Wednesday Night Book Group! On the second Wednesday of each month at 6pm, we will discuss a title that has been selected by the group. All are welcome.</p> 2018-09-05 19:00:00 -05009/12/186:00 p.m.Barnes and NobleCedar Rapids, -
Wednesday Night Book Group
<p>Join us for our Wednesday Night Book Group! On the second Wednesday of each month at 6pm, we will discuss a title that has been selected by the group. All are welcome.</p> 2018-10-03 19:00:00 -050010/10/186:00 p.m.Barnes and NobleCedar Rapids,