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Thursday Forum - Women in American Art
<div title="Page 1"><p>Many people can list the names of a few American women artists but most do not know the influential women behind the scenes who built much of the United States’ artistic scene. This two-week forum presented by Assistant Professor of Art History Ranelle Knight-Lueth tells the stories of influential American women artists and the equally notable women art historians, collectors, critics, museum founders, educators, and patrons who supported and promoted their work.</p></div> 2023-08-10 11:30:00 -0500
9/21/23 @ 9:00 a.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
Guest Artist Recital: Gustavo Romero, Piano
<p>Coe College is delighted to have pianist Gustavo Romero return for a recital of the music of Sergei Rachmaninoff on <strong>Sunday September 24th at 7:00 PM in Sinclair Auditorium</strong> to celebrate the composer's 150 birthday year.</p> 2023-09-13 21:00:00 -0500
9/24/23 @ 7:00 p.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
Thursday Forum - Women in American Art
<div title="Page 1"><p>Many people can list the names of a few American women artists but most do not know the influential women behind the scenes who built much of the United States’ artistic scene. This two-week forum presented by Assistant Professor of Art History Ranelle Knight-Lueth tells the stories of influential American women artists and the equally notable women art historians, collectors, critics, museum founders, educators, and patrons who supported and promoted their work.</p></div> 2023-08-10 11:30:00 -0500
9/28/23 @ 9:00 a.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
Marquis Series | Reginald Dwayne Betts
<p>After transforming himself from an incarcerated teenager into a critically acclaimed writer, graduate of Yale Law School and a MacArthur Fellow (also known as a genius grant), Reginald Dwayne Betts is bringing his experiences to Coe College. He will relay his story and the role that grit, perseverance and literature has played in his success through his one-man performance, “Felon: An American Washi Tale,” directed by Elise Thoron.</p> 2023-08-21 20:00:00 -0500
9/28/23 @ 7:00 p.m.Coe College Sinclair AuditoriumCedar Rapids -
Coe College Marquis Series: Reginald Dwayne Betts
<p>Join us for an inspiring evening at the Coe College Marquis Series event!</p><p>For decades, the Marquis Series has brought exceptional talent to Cedar Rapids. This year, Coe is thrilled to present Reginald Dwayne Betts!</p><p>Betts, a former inmate turned poet, lawyer, and activist, has an incredible story of resilience. He's even received a Macarthur Fellowship. Join us for his one-man performance, "Felon: An American Washi Tale."</p><p>Swamp Fox Bookstore will be on hand to sell Betts's books, so you can take a piece of inspiration home with you!</p><p>Co-sponsored by the Prison Learning Initiative and Coe's African American Studies program, this event promises to be a powerful exploration of transformation.</p><p>Mark your calendars and invite your friends to this inspiring evening on September 28th at 7:00 PM. Don't miss out on the chance to be moved and motivated! #CoeMarquisSeries #Inspiration #Resilience #CommunityEvent</p><p>Each Marquis Series event is held in Sinclair Auditorium on Coe’s campus and there is no charge for admission for Coe students, faculty and staff. Tickets are $15 for the general public and $10 for senior citizens (55 and older) and non-Coe students (18 and under). Attendees may purchase tickets online at www.coe.edu/why-coe/events/marquis-series.</p> 2023-09-14 20:00:00 -0500
9/28/23 @ 7:00 p.m.Coe College Sinclair AuditoriumCedar Rapids -
Faculty Recital: Abbie Brewer and Rose Bishop
<p>Faculty Pianist Dr. Abbie Brewer will be joined by Faculty Flute Professor Rose Bishop for a Recital filled with music composed in the last 20 years! Join us on <strong>September 30th @ 7pm in Marquis Hall in D-K Auditorium!</strong> </p> 2023-09-13 21:00:00 -0500
9/30/23 @ 7:00 p.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
School Board Forum - College Community School District
<p>Community members are invited to non-partisan school board candidate forums for Cedar Rapids and College Community (Prairie) on Tuesday, October 3 in the Beems Auditorium (B) of the Cedar Rapids Library. Questions are submitted by attendees and presented to the candidates by the forum Moderator. The forum for CedarRapids School Board candidates will be held from 5:30-6:15 pm, followed by the forum for Prairie School Board candidates from 6:30-7:15 pm. These forums are organized by the League of Women Voters Linn County as part of its mission to inform and empower voters. All school board candidates for Cedar Rapids and Prairie are being invited to participate.</p> 2023-09-18 19:30:00 -0500
10/03/23 @ 6:30 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Thursday Forum - Philosophy Through Film
<div title="Page 1"><p>Philosophers have long used speculative storytelling to investigate humanity’s fundamental questions. For more than a century, filmmakers have also posed such philosophical questions. This forum, presented by Adjunct Assistant Professor of Philosophy Tom Javoroski, examines philosophical questions and answers presented in movies and television shows and what famous philosophers have had to say about those same issues. Each session in this month-long series will examine a different topic in philosophy.</p></div> 2023-08-10 11:30:00 -0500
10/05/23 @ 9:00 a.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
Author Talk: Adib Khorram in conversation with Professor Jen Ferguson
<p>Join us for an engaging evening of literary discussion!</p><p>We are thrilled to announce an exciting in-person event featuring the renowned author Adib Khorram, who will be in conversation with the esteemed Professor Jen Ferguson. Mark your calendars for this enriching experience at the Coe College Stewart Library on October 5th at 6:15 pm.</p><p>Event Details:</p><p>Date: October 5</p><p> Time: 6:15 pm</p><p>Location: Coe College Stewart Library</p><p>Adib Khorram, a masterful storyteller and the brilliant mind behind works like "Darius the Great Is Not Okay" and "Kiss & Tell," will delve into the heart of his YA novels. Discover the inspiration behind his stories, gain insight into his creative process, and explore the themes that shape his compelling narratives.</p><p>Professor Jen Ferguson, a professor at Coe and an award-winning YA author, will lead the conversation, posing thought-provoking questions and guiding us through an insightful discussion that promises to be both enlightening and inspiring.</p><p>Don't miss this unique opportunity to attend an in-person event at the Coe College Stewart Library. Whether you're a dedicated fan of Adib Khorram's work or a fan of YA literature in general, this event is for you.</p><p>Stay tuned for updates and be sure to invite your friends and fellow book lovers! Let's come together for an evening of literary exploration with Adib Khorram and Professor Jen Ferguson at the Coe College Stewart Library.</p><p>Save the date, spread the word, and we'll see you on October 5th at 6:15 pm! #AdibKhorram #AuthorEvent #LiteraryConversation #CoeCollegeLibrary</p> 2023-09-14 19:00:00 -0500
10/05/23 @ 6:00 p.m.Coe College Stewart Memorial LibraryCedar Rapids -
Gorman Reading Series Presents: Award Winning Author Adib Khorram!
<p>Join queer Iranian-American author Adib Khorram (he/him) and professor Jen Ferguson (she/her) for a literary conversation. We will start with a short reading. Audience Q&A will round out the night. Books will be available for purchase on-site from Swamp Fox Bookstore. This event is free and enthusiastically open to the public! The Ed Gorman Celebration of Popular Fiction honors the late writer and alum Ed Gorman. Please contact Jen Ferguson (<a href="mailto:jlferguson@coe.edu" target="_blank">jlferguson@coe.edu</a>) with questions. </p> 2023-09-18 20:00:00 -0500
10/05/23 @ 6:00 p.m.Coe College Stewart Memorial LibraryCedar Rapids -
Thursday Forum - Philosophy Through Film
<div title="Page 1"><p>Philosophers have long used speculative storytelling to investigate humanity’s fundamental questions. For more than a century, filmmakers have also posed such philosophical questions. This forum, presented by Adjunct Assistant Professor of Philosophy Tom Javoroski, examines philosophical questions and answers presented in movies and television shows and what famous philosophers have had to say about those same issues. Each session in this month-long series will examine a different topic in philosophy.</p></div> 2023-08-10 11:30:00 -0500
10/12/23 @ 9:00 a.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
Thursday Forum - Philosophy Through Film
<p>Philosophers have long used speculative storytelling to investigate humanity’s fundamental questions. For more than a century, filmmakers have also posed such philosophical questions. This forum, presented by Adjunct Assistant Professor of Philosophy Tom Javoroski, examines philosophical questions and answers presented in movies and television shows and what famous philosophers have had to say about those same issues. Each session in this month-long series will examine a different topic in philosophy.</p> 2023-09-13 11:30:00 -0500
10/19/23 @ 8:30 a.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
Thursday Forum - The Evolving Universe from the Big Bang to Homo Sapiens
<div title="Page 3"><p>Scientific knowledge currently tells us that everything in the Universe originated from a very hot, dense singularity during the fraction of a second after the Big Bang. In this two-week forum, Associate Professor of Physics Firdevs Duru introduces that idea and other key aspects of the emergence of the Universe and life on Earth. The first session will introduce some basic physics concepts, including the nature of light, waves, particles and force, the formation of matter and spontaneous symmetry- breaking and the origins of mass, galaxies, stars, solar systems and planets. The second session will focus on life on Earth. We will begin by defining the organic chemicals and conditions essential to life on our planet, including the notion of “primordial soup” and the Miller-Urey experiment. The discussion will continue with a brief history of human species from primates to homo sapiens, including examination of concepts like Darwinian evolution, natural selection and consideration of why today’s humans were the ones who survived.</p></div> 2023-08-10 11:30:00 -0500
10/25/23 @ 9:00 a.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
Thursday Forum - Philosophy Through Film
<p>Philosophers have long used speculative storytelling to investigate humanity’s fundamental questions. For more than a century, filmmakers have also posed such philosophical questions. This forum, presented by Adjunct Assistant Professor of Philosophy Tom Javoroski, examines philosophical questions and answers presented in movies and television shows and what famous philosophers have had to say about those same issues. Each session in this month-long series will examine a different topic in philosophy.</p> 2023-10-26 11:30:00 -0500
10/26/23 @ 8:30 a.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
30 Neo-Futurist Plays from Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind: 30 Plays in 60 Minutes
<p><em>30 Neo-Futurist Plays from Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind : 30 Plays in 60 Minutes</em> by Greg Allen is the longest-running play in Chicago's history, having run for 28 years — 1988-2016! It is an innovative, rapid evening of unpredictable hilarity. An interactive performance experience where the entire theatre is in the splash zone. You should plan on seeing this one more than once! Produced by special arrangement with <em>Playscripts, Inc.</em> (www.playscripts.com).</p><p>Purchase tickets <a href="http://www.coe.edu/box-office">online</a>, at the door or by calling the Coe College Box Office at 319.399.8600, Monday-Friday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Handicap accessible seating is limited; please call the Box Office for assistance.</p><p>General admission: $15; Non-Coe students & seniors 55 and older: $10</p> 2023-09-13 21:00:00 -0500
10/27/23 @ 7:30 p.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
30 Neo-Futurist Plays from Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind: 30 Plays in 60 Minutes
<p><em>30 Neo-Futurist Plays from Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind : 30 Plays in 60 Minutes</em> by Greg Allen is the longest-running play in Chicago's history, having run for 28 years — 1988-2016! It is an innovative, rapid evening of unpredictable hilarity. An interactive performance experience where the entire theatre is in the splash zone. You should plan on seeing this one more than once! Produced by special arrangement with <em>Playscripts, Inc.</em> (www.playscripts.com).</p><p>Purchase tickets <a href="http://www.coe.edu/box-office">online</a>, at the door or by calling the Coe College Box Office at 319.399.8600, Monday-Friday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Handicap accessible seating is limited; please call the Box Office for assistance.</p><p>General admission: $15; Non-Coe students & seniors 55 and older: $10</p> 2023-10-28 21:00:00 -0500
10/28/23 @ 7:30 p.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
30 Neo-Futurist Plays from Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind: 30 Plays in 60 Minutes
<p><em>30 Neo-Futurist Plays from Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind : 30 Plays in 60 Minutes</em> by Greg Allen is the longest-running play in Chicago's history, having run for 28 years — 1988-2016! It is an innovative, rapid evening of unpredictable hilarity. An interactive performance experience where the entire theatre is in the splash zone. You should plan on seeing this one more than once! Produced by special arrangement with <em>Playscripts, Inc.</em> (www.playscripts.com).</p><p>Purchase tickets <a href="http://www.coe.edu/box-office">online</a>, at the door or by calling the Coe College Box Office at 319.399.8600, Monday-Friday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Handicap accessible seating is limited; please call the Box Office for assistance.</p><p>General admission: $15; Non-Coe students & seniors 55 and older: $10</p> 2023-09-13 15:30:00 -0500
10/29/23 @ 2:00 p.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
Thursday Forum - Hopes for our Health
<div title="Page 1"><p>Scientists and engineers from many fields have developed numerous medical techniques and devices that have revolutionized treatment for all manner of conditions and diseases. Change in this area is occurring at a breathtaking pace. This three-week forum presented by B.D. Silliman Professor of Physics Steve Feller will introduce audiences to some of the most important innovations in medical technology in recent decades.</p></div> 2023-08-10 11:30:00 -0500
11/02/23 @ 9:00 a.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
30 Neo-Futurist Plays from Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind: 30 Plays in 60 Minutes
<p><em>30 Neo-Futurist Plays from Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind : 30 Plays in 60 Minutes</em> by Greg Allen is the longest-running play in Chicago's history, having run for 28 years — 1988-2016! It is an innovative, rapid evening of unpredictable hilarity. An interactive performance experience where the entire theatre is in the splash zone. You should plan on seeing this one more than once! Produced by special arrangement with <em>Playscripts, Inc.</em> (www.playscripts.com).</p><p>Purchase tickets <a href="https://www.coe.edu/box-office">online</a>, at the door or by calling the Coe College Box Office at 319.399.8600, Monday-Friday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Handicap accessible seating is limited; please call the Box Office for assistance.</p><p>General admission: $15; Non-Coe students & seniors 55 and older: $10</p> 2023-09-13 21:00:00 -0500
11/02/23 @ 7:30 p.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
30 Neo-Futurist Plays from Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind: 30 Plays in 60 Minutes
<p><em>30 Neo-Futurist Plays from Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind : 30 Plays in 60 Minutes</em> by Greg Allen is the longest-running play in Chicago's history, having run for 28 years — 1988-2016! It is an innovative, rapid evening of unpredictable hilarity. An interactive performance experience where the entire theatre is in the splash zone. You should plan on seeing this one more than once! Produced by special arrangement with <em>Playscripts, Inc.</em> (www.playscripts.com).</p><p>Purchase tickets <a href="https://www.coe.edu/box-office">online</a>, at the door or by calling the Coe College Box Office at 319.399.8600, Monday-Friday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Handicap accessible seating is limited; please call the Box Office for assistance.</p><p>General admission: $15; Non-Coe students & seniors 55 and older: $10</p> 2023-11-03 21:00:00 -0500
11/03/23 @ 7:30 p.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
Fall Concert Band and Jazz Band Concert
<p>Head over to Sinclair on November 4th @ 7:30pm to hear what our Concert Band and Jazz Band have been working on! The Concert Band is lead by Dr. William Carson and the Jazz Band is lead by Dr. Steve Shanley! This event is Free and Open to the Public! </p> 2023-09-13 21:00:00 -0500
11/04/23 @ 7:30 p.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
30 Neo-Futurist Plays from Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind: 30 Plays in 60 Minutes
<p><em>30 Neo-Futurist Plays from Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind : 30 Plays in 60 Minutes</em> by Greg Allen is the longest-running play in Chicago's history, having run for 28 years — 1988-2016! It is an innovative, rapid evening of unpredictable hilarity. An interactive performance experience where the entire theatre is in the splash zone. You should plan on seeing this one more than once! Produced by special arrangement with <em>Playscripts, Inc.</em> (www.playscripts.com).</p><p>Purchase tickets <a href="https://www.coe.edu/box-office">online</a>, at the door or by calling the Coe College Box Office at 319.399.8600, Monday-Friday from 11:00 AM to 7:00 PM. Handicap accessible seating is limited; please call the Box Office for assistance.</p><p>General admission: $15; Non-Coe students & seniors 55 and older: $10</p> 2023-11-04 21:00:00 -0500
11/04/23 @ 7:30 p.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
Thursday Forum - Hopes for our Health
<p>Scientists and engineers from many fields have developed numerous medical techniques and devices that have revolutionized treatment for all manner of conditions and diseases. These exciting possibilities provide the medical world with new means to help people and improve the quality of their lives. Change in this area is occurring at a breathtaking pace. This three-week forum presented by B.D. Silliman Professor of Physics Steve Feller will introduce audiences to some of the most important innovations in medical technology in recent decades. The first session will<em> </em>explain therapeutics like antibiotics and radiation treatments and the consequent emergence of nuclear medicine and vaccines. It will also discuss imaging technology and devices like X-ray, magnetic resonance imaging (MRI), and computerized tomography (CT) scans. Week two will continue with the most recent advances in imaging as well as the emergence of research on and the applications for genetic markers and modifications in our genes. The final session will discuss the development of techniques like organ transplantation and stem cell donation as well as the use of innovative glasses to enhance wound healing, bone growth, and cancer treatments.</p><p>Admission to each four-week forum series is $40. Admission to individual lectures and one-, two-, and three-week forums is $12 per week. Admission includes the lecture and morning refreshments of coffee, tea and pastries. Payment can be made in person on Thursday mornings by cash or personal check. Credit card payments can be processed by registering online in advance at <a href="https://www.coe.edu/why-coe/events/thursday-forum"><em>www.coe.edu/thursday-forum</em></a>. For more information, visit the Thursday Forum website or call 319.399.8523.</p><p>In the event of inclement weather, consult local media outlets to find out if the day’s forum will take place.</p> 2023-09-13 11:30:00 -0500
11/09/23 @ 8:30 a.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
Thursday Forum - Hopes for our Health
<div title="Page 1"><p>Scientists and engineers from many fields have developed numerous medical techniques and devices that have revolutionized treatment for all manner of conditions and diseases. Change in this area is occurring at a breathtaking pace. This three-week forum presented by B.D. Silliman Professor of Physics Steve Feller will introduce audiences to some of the most important innovations in medical technology in recent decades.</p></div> 2023-08-10 11:30:00 -0500
11/16/23 @ 9:00 a.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
Thursday Forum - The Health of our Relationships
<div title="Page 1"><p>The health of our relationships affects both our psychological and physical well-being. Satisfying relationships are related to increased happiness and fulfillment. Meaningful connections with loved ones make us feel safe<br>and understood and even help us recover faster from illness. This special one-week forum presented by Assistant Professor of Psychology Ellen Lee explains the personal and relational behaviors that facilitate connection as well as the theory, research and practice behind building healthy relationships.</p></div> 2023-08-10 11:30:00 -0500
11/30/23 @ 9:00 a.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids