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3750 Williams Blvd. SW , Cedar Rapids5th St and 5th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids
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Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library
<p>The Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy is open for visitors on Saturdays from 10:00 am until 4:00 PM. Research your family tree with the help of library volunteers. Appointments for visits during the week can be made by calling 319-369-0022.</p> 2021-07-17 16:00:00 -0500
7/17/2110:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy LibraryCedar Rapids -
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Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library
<p>The Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy is open for visitors on Saturdays from 10:00 am until 4:00 PM. Research your family tree with the help of library volunteers. Appointments for visits during the week can be made by calling 319-369-0022.</p> 2021-07-24 16:00:00 -0500
7/24/2110:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy LibraryCedar Rapids -
Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library
<p>The Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy is open for visitors on Saturdays from 10:00 am until 4:00 PM. Research your family tree with the help of library volunteers. Appointments for visits during the week can be made by calling 319-369-0022.</p> 2021-07-31 16:00:00 -0500
7/31/2110:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy LibraryCedar Rapids -
Welcome Club Meeting
<p>The Welcome Club of Greater Cedar Rapids invites you to a virtual presentation by a Master Gardener. It will help you get ready for planting and Spring! The purpose of our club is to help women learn more about our community and meet other women in the area. For more information, email wwc_cr@yahoo.com or go online to www.welcomeclubcr.com. </p> 2021-02-17 11:00:00 -06003/04/2110:00 a.m.Welcome Club of Greater Cedar RapidsCedar Rapids -
HACAP Mobile Pantry
<p>The HACAP Mobile Food Pantry will be at Hiawatha City Hall parking lot (101 Emmons St.) on Monday, April 5th 2:00-3:00. They will be following CDC guidelines and it will be a drive through pantry. </p> 2021-02-16 15:00:00 -06004/05/212:00 p.m.Hiawatha City HallHiawatha -
Lighthouses of the Outer Banks of North Carolina
<p>The Outer Banks of North Carolina have been called "The Graveyard of the Atlantic" because of the centuries of shipwrecks and disasters. This illustrated lecture will share not just the history, but also the beauty of the lighthouses that guard the Outer Banks of North Carolina. Mrs. Keyes will be delighting audiences with her presentation on Tuesday, March 16th at 6:30 pm.</p><p>Registration is required for this program to get the zoom link. </p><p>To register for this program: <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvf-uvrD0iHtLxhbis9rfh87_qJ75X8q73%20">https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIvf-uvrD0iHtLxhbis9rfh87_qJ75X8q73 </a></p> 2020-12-16 19:30:00 -0600
3/16/216:30 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Miss Representation Movie Discussion
<p>Use kanopy (on-demand streaming video service that is offered through the library) to watch the documentary "Miss Representation" then join us for a movie discussion.</p><p>Registration is required to get the Zoom link. To register click <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZUqcOmopjwjGdCkAUvVbBCo2uk6KhrmC1vt">here</a></p>
3/24/215:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Solar Week: How and Why Do Scientists Observe the Sun?
<p>Join the Hiawatha Public Library to celebrate Solar Week from March 22 thru March 26. During each day, NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown will discuss a different topic about Earth’s nearest star; the Sun. Participants will learn some interesting facts about the Sun including solar eclipses, sunspots, aurora, solar flares, solar storms, how scientists observe the Sun and how you can safely observe the Sun. We will use Zoom for the daily programs which will run from 3 to 4 pm. Recommended ages: 9 and above. Sign up is required to get the Zoom link for<strong> each</strong> program. </p><p>How and why do scientists observe the Sun? Scientists study the Sun in a number of ways by using ground-based telescopes and satellites to obtain as much information as possible. This session will discuss light energy from the Sun and how scientists use that information to learn more about the Sun as well as the stars. To register click <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZcoduqprj4oG9EVUkSSmbw18ycJ-0O9VofJ"><strong>here</strong></a></p> 2021-03-02 16:00:00 -0600
3/23/213:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Plant and Seed Swap
<p>Join us at the Hiawatha Public Library for an outdoor Plant and Seed Swap from 10:00-2:00. You can bring your own seeds and plants to share with other community gardeners and leave with some new seeds to grow or a new plant friend. </p><p>*In case of inclement weather-plants will be moved inside the lobby</p> 2021-03-02 14:00:00 -0600
4/10/2110:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Solar Week: The Sun: The "Star" of Our Solar System
<p>Join the Hiawatha Public Library to celebrate Solar Week from March 22 thru March 26. During each day, NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown will discuss a different topic about Earth’s nearest star; the Sun. Participants will learn some interesting facts about the Sun including solar eclipses, sunspots, aurora, solar flares, solar storms, how scientists observe the Sun and how you can safely observe the Sun. We will use Zoom for the daily programs which will run from 3 to 4 pm. Recommended ages: 9 and above. Sign up is required to get the Zoom link for<strong> each</strong> program. </p><p>The Sun – The “Star” of our Solar System The Sun, the heart of our Solar System, is a hot ball of glowing gases. This session will discuss the Sun’s position in our Milky Way Galaxy and why Earth’s nearest star is so special in our Solar System and its connection with Earth. To register click <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZ0od-CurTspHdPhcvupxYtMPLZhT5oLHtW5"><strong>here</strong></a></p> 2021-03-02 16:00:00 -0600
3/22/213:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Solar Week: Eclipses
<p>Join the Hiawatha Public Library to celebrate Solar Week from March 22 thru March 26. During each day, NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown will discuss a different topic about Earth’s nearest star; the Sun. Participants will learn some interesting facts about the Sun including solar eclipses, sunspots, aurora, solar flares, solar storms, how scientists observe the Sun and how you can safely observe the Sun. We will use Zoom for the daily programs which will run from 3 to 4 pm. Recommended ages: 9 and above. Sign up is required to get the Zoom link for<strong> each</strong> program.</p><p>Eclipses. An eclipse occurs when one object in space blocks an observer from seeing another object in space. On occasion Earth experiences an eclipse of the Sun or the Moon. Find out how and why this happens and how you can make your own solar and lunar eclipses from home. To register click <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZErcumtrzspGdAvWxfebmIHOzPRKhZDmTEz"><strong>here</strong></a></p> 2021-03-02 16:00:00 -0600
3/25/213:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
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Solar Week: How to Observe the Sun Safely
<p>Join the Hiawatha Public Library to celebrate Solar Week from March 22 thru March 26. During each day, NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown will discuss a different topic about Earth’s nearest star; the Sun. Participants will learn some interesting facts about the Sun including solar eclipses, sunspots, aurora, solar flares, solar storms, how scientists observe the Sun and how you can safely observe the Sun. We will use Zoom for the daily programs which will run from 3 to 4 pm. Recommended ages: 9 and above. Sign up is required to get the Zoom link for<strong> each</strong> program. </p><p>How to Observe the Sun Safely. NEVER look directly at the Sun through binoculars, a telescope or with your unaided eye. Serious eye damage and even blindness can result. Find out how you can observe the Sun safely with some simple equipment and protect your eyes at the same time. To register click <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIodu2srDsjHtJOCn-uVoCb4PVztIKvzHUz"><strong>here</strong></a></p> 2021-03-02 16:00:00 -0600
3/26/213:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Fire+Flood Movie Discussion
<p>Join us for a discussion about the film Fire & Flood: Queer Resilience in the Era of Climate Change. This free online event is open to all.<br>Please sign up to receive the Zoom link. To register click <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZArdOGrqzsiH92IOPd95-pj_eqLQ1Ebj0NM">here</a><br>We will also send attendees a link to watch the film in advance at no cost. </p>
3/23/216:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Cedar Rapids Turkey Trot 5K
<p>Join us for the annual Cedar Rapids Turkey Trot 5K</p> 2021-02-06 10:30:00 -060011/25/219:00 a.m.Greene Square ParkCedar Rapids -
Cedar Rapids Hot Cider Hustle
<p>LIVE! Half Marathon & 5k run/walk </p>
10/24/218:00 a.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Solar Week: The Active Sun and Space Weather
<p>Join the Hiawatha Public Library to celebrate Solar Week from March 22 thru March 26. During each day, NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown will discuss a different topic about Earth’s nearest star; the Sun. Participants will learn some interesting facts about the Sun including solar eclipses, sunspots, aurora, solar flares, solar storms, how scientists observe the Sun and how you can safely observe the Sun. We will use Zoom for the daily programs which will run from 3 to 4 pm. Recommended ages: 9 and above. Sign up is required to get the Zoom link for<strong> each</strong> program. </p><p>The Active Sun and Space Weather. Activity on the Sun’s surface creates a type of weather called space weather. Even though the Sun is 93 million miles away (150 million kilometers) the Sun’s space weather can affect Earth and the rest of the Solar System. In this session we will discuss sunspots, solar flares, aurora, how they impact Earth and what impacts we might expect in the future. To register click <a href="https://us02web.zoom.us/meeting/register/tZIpd-2qqjIpH9FSfj__JZjqmjDydTEfDLzB"><strong>here</strong></a></p> 2021-03-02 16:00:00 -0600
3/24/213:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Braiding Sweetgrass Walking Book Club
<p>Join us for a walking book club discussion of Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. While this event is free, we ask that anyone wishing to participate register so we can ensure we have enough discussion leaders to maintain proper social distancing.</p><p>This event is sponsored by Swamp Fox Bookstore, the Marion Public Library and Marion Parks & Recreation to foster a discussion about our connection to nature and how we can restore our community after last year's devastating derecho.</p><p>You can check out copies of Braiding Sweetgrass from the Marion Public Library or purchase a copy of the book (both hardcover and paperbacks available) from Swamp Fox Bookstore.</p><p>All participants must wear a mask and maintain social distancing guidelines. Depending on the weather, you may wish to bring water, bug spray, or sunscreen. You are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes.</p> 2021-03-02 15:00:00 -0600
4/17/212:00 p.m.Lowe Park Arts & Environment CenterMarion -
Braiding Sweetgrass Walking Book Club
<p>Join us for a walking book club discussion of Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. While this event is free, we ask that anyone wishing to participate register so we can ensure we have enough discussion leaders to maintain proper social distancing.</p><p>This event is sponsored by Swamp Fox Bookstore, the Marion Public Library and Marion Parks & Recreation to foster a discussion about our connection to nature and how we can restore our community after last year's devastating derecho.</p><p>You can check out copies of Braiding Sweetgrass from the Marion Public Library or purchase a copy of the book (both hardcover and paperbacks available) from Swamp Fox Bookstore.</p><p>All participants must wear a mask and maintain social distancing guidelines. Depending on the weather, you may wish to bring water, bug spray, or sunscreen. You are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes.</p> 2021-03-02 11:00:00 -0600
4/21/2110:00 a.m.Lowe Park Arts & Environment CenterMarion -
Braiding Sweetgrass Walking Book Club
<p>Join us for a walking book club discussion of Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. While this event is free, we ask that anyone wishing to participate register so we can ensure we have enough discussion leaders to maintain proper social distancing.</p><p>This event is sponsored by Swamp Fox Bookstore, the Marion Public Library and Marion Parks & Recreation to foster a discussion about our connection to nature and how we can restore our community after last year's devastating derecho.</p><p>You can check out copies of Braiding Sweetgrass from the Marion Public Library or purchase a copy of the book (both hardcover and paperbacks available) from Swamp Fox Bookstore.</p><p>All participants must wear a mask and maintain social distancing guidelines. Depending on the weather, you may wish to bring water, bug spray, or sunscreen. You are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes.</p> 2021-03-02 19:00:00 -0600
4/22/216:00 p.m.Lowe Park Arts & Environment CenterMarion -
Braiding Sweetgrass Virtual Book Discussion
<p>Join us for a virtual book club discussion of Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Each week we will be discussion a different section of the book.</p><p>Wednesday, April 7- Part 1: Planting Sweetgrass<br>Wednesday, April 14 - Part 2: Tending Sweetgrass<br>Wednesday, April 21 - Part 3: Picking Sweetgrass<br>Wednesday, April 28 - Part 4: Braiding Sweetgrass and Part 5: Burning Sweetgrass</p><p>While these events are free, we ask that anyone wishing to participate register so we can ensure we have enough discussion leaders.</p><p>This event is sponsored by Swamp Fox Bookstore, the Marion Public Library and Marion Parks & Recreation to foster a discussion about our connection to nature and how we can restore our community after last year's devastating derecho.</p><p>You can check out copies of Braiding Sweetgrass from the Marion Public Library or purchase a copy of the book (both hardcover and paperbacks available) from Swamp Fox Bookstore.</p> 2021-03-02 13:00:00 -0600
4/07/2112:00 p.m.Swamp Fox BookstoreMarion -
Braiding Sweetgrass Virtual Book Discussion
<p>Join us for a virtual book club discussion of Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Each week we will be discussion a different section of the book.</p><p>Wednesday, April 7- Part 1: Planting Sweetgrass<br>Wednesday, April 14 - Part 2: Tending Sweetgrass<br>Wednesday, April 21 - Part 3: Picking Sweetgrass<br>Wednesday, April 28 - Part 4: Braiding Sweetgrass and Part 5: Burning Sweetgrass</p><p>While these events are free, we ask that anyone wishing to participate register so we can ensure we have enough discussion leaders.</p><p>This event is sponsored by Swamp Fox Bookstore, the Marion Public Library and Marion Parks & Recreation to foster a discussion about our connection to nature and how we can restore our community after last year's devastating derecho.</p><p>You can check out copies of Braiding Sweetgrass from the Marion Public Library or purchase a copy of the book (both hardcover and paperbacks available) from Swamp Fox Bookstore.</p> 2021-04-14 13:00:00 -0500
4/14/2112:00 p.m.Swamp Fox BookstoreMarion -
Braiding Sweetgrass Virtual Book Discussion
<p>Join us for a virtual book club discussion of Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Each week we will be discussion a different section of the book.</p><p>Wednesday, April 7- Part 1: Planting Sweetgrass<br>Wednesday, April 14 - Part 2: Tending Sweetgrass<br>Wednesday, April 21 - Part 3: Picking Sweetgrass<br>Wednesday, April 28 - Part 4: Braiding Sweetgrass and Part 5: Burning Sweetgrass</p><p>While these events are free, we ask that anyone wishing to participate register so we can ensure we have enough discussion leaders.</p><p>This event is sponsored by Swamp Fox Bookstore, the Marion Public Library and Marion Parks & Recreation to foster a discussion about our connection to nature and how we can restore our community after last year's devastating derecho.</p><p>You can check out copies of Braiding Sweetgrass from the Marion Public Library or purchase a copy of the book (both hardcover and paperbacks available) from Swamp Fox Bookstore.</p> 2021-04-21 13:00:00 -0500
4/21/2112:00 p.m.Swamp Fox BookstoreMarion -
Braiding Sweetgrass Virtual Book Discussion
<p>Join us for a virtual book club discussion of Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Each week we will be discussion a different section of the book.</p><p>Wednesday, April 7- Part 1: Planting Sweetgrass<br>Wednesday, April 14 - Part 2: Tending Sweetgrass<br>Wednesday, April 21 - Part 3: Picking Sweetgrass<br>Wednesday, April 28 - Part 4: Braiding Sweetgrass and Part 5: Burning Sweetgrass</p><p>While these events are free, we ask that anyone wishing to participate register so we can ensure we have enough discussion leaders.</p><p>This event is sponsored by Swamp Fox Bookstore, the Marion Public Library and Marion Parks & Recreation to foster a discussion about our connection to nature and how we can restore our community after last year's devastating derecho.</p><p>You can check out copies of Braiding Sweetgrass from the Marion Public Library or purchase a copy of the book (both hardcover and paperbacks available) from Swamp Fox Bookstore.</p> 2021-04-28 13:00:00 -0500
4/28/2112:00 p.m.Swamp Fox BookstoreMarion -
Welcome Club Book Group
<p>Welcome Club of Greater Cedar Rapids book group will meet virtually to discuss "The Color of Heaven" by Julianne Maclean. This group meets the 3rd Friday of each month. All are welcome to attend. For more information email wwc_cr@yahoo.com or go online at www. welcomeclubcr.com</p> 2021-02-28 11:00:00 -06003/19/2110:00 a.m.Welcome Club of Greater Cedar RapidsCedar Rapids -
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Brucemore Self-Guided Mansion Tour
<p>Voted a top tourist attraction in the state of Iowa in 2020, you don't want to miss this personal experience to step back in time! </p><p>Explore more than a century of Cedar Rapids history through the lives of the three families who called Brucemore home. Enjoy a self-guided tour of the first, second and third floors at your own pace. After your tour, visit the grounds at no additional cost.</p><p>Timed entry begins every 30 minutes. To allow physical distancing between groups and provide a personal, safe experiences, only 10 people will be admitted to begin their experience each time slot. Masks are required for all patrons over the age of two. Advance tickets required - purchase yours today.</p> 2021-02-23 15:30:00 -0600
3/05/211:00 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Brucemore Self-Guided Mansion Tour
<p>Voted a top tourist attraction in the state of Iowa in 2020, you don't want to miss this personal experience to step back in time! </p><p>Explore more than a century of Cedar Rapids history through the lives of the three families who called Brucemore home. Enjoy a self-guided tour of the first, second and third floors at your own pace. After your tour, visit the grounds at no additional cost.</p><p>Timed entry begins every 30 minutes. To allow physical distancing between groups and provide a personal, safe experiences, only 10 people will be admitted to begin their experience each time slot. Masks are required for all patrons over the age of two. Advance tickets required - purchase yours today.</p> 2021-03-06 15:30:00 -0600
3/06/211:00 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Seriously Funny: American Gothic Parodies
<p>Grant Wood’s American Gothic is probably the world’s most parodied American painting, second only to Leonardo’s Mona Lisa. The fact that thousands of parodies of American Gothic exist, dating back several decades, speaks to the enduring inspiration of one of America’s greatest works of art. This exhibition—a first for the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art—will look at many of these parodies—some in the flesh on the gallery’s walls and many others digitally projected in an attempt to share the incredible reach of this iconic painting. From Bill and Hillary Clinton to Leonardo and Mona Lisa to RuPaul as male and female, these parodies speak to how this one painting serves as the basis for looking at various contemporary people and issues. Wood’s impactful 1930 painting continues to inspire “artists” of all ages and skills in a playful and humorous way that Wood would no doubt have applauded.</p> 2021-03-03 16:00:00 -0600
3/03/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Seriously Funny: American Gothic Parodies
<p>Grant Wood’s American Gothic is probably the world’s most parodied American painting, second only to Leonardo’s Mona Lisa. The fact that thousands of parodies of American Gothic exist, dating back several decades, speaks to the enduring inspiration of one of America’s greatest works of art. This exhibition—a first for the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art—will look at many of these parodies—some in the flesh on the gallery’s walls and many others digitally projected in an attempt to share the incredible reach of this iconic painting. From Bill and Hillary Clinton to Leonardo and Mona Lisa to RuPaul as male and female, these parodies speak to how this one painting serves as the basis for looking at various contemporary people and issues. Wood’s impactful 1930 painting continues to inspire “artists” of all ages and skills in a playful and humorous way that Wood would no doubt have applauded.</p> 2021-03-05 16:00:00 -0600
3/05/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Seriously Funny: American Gothic Parodies
<p>Grant Wood’s American Gothic is probably the world’s most parodied American painting, second only to Leonardo’s Mona Lisa. The fact that thousands of parodies of American Gothic exist, dating back several decades, speaks to the enduring inspiration of one of America’s greatest works of art. This exhibition—a first for the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art—will look at many of these parodies—some in the flesh on the gallery’s walls and many others digitally projected in an attempt to share the incredible reach of this iconic painting. From Bill and Hillary Clinton to Leonardo and Mona Lisa to RuPaul as male and female, these parodies speak to how this one painting serves as the basis for looking at various contemporary people and issues. Wood’s impactful 1930 painting continues to inspire “artists” of all ages and skills in a playful and humorous way that Wood would no doubt have applauded.</p> 2021-03-07 16:00:00 -0600
3/07/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Linn County Board of Supervisors
<p>Formal Session</p> 2021-02-18 12:00:00 -06003/03/2111:00 a.m.Jean Oxley Public Service CenterCedar Rapids