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2021 IOWA CITY POSTCARD-STAMP-PAPER SHOW
<p align="LEFT">COME OUT TO THE JOHNSON COUNTY 4H FAIR ON FRI. APRIL 9 FROM 8AM-TIL 5 PM OR SAT. APRIL 10 FROM 10-3. BUY SELL TRADE--SEE OVER A MILLION POSTCARDS AND STAMPS. FREE APPRAISALS---SELL YOUR ITEMS---BUY WHAT WE HAVE---FREE ADMISSION---FREE PARKING---INSIDE BUILDING "C"----RAIN OR SHINE!!!</p> 2020-10-25 18:00:00 -0500
4/09/2112:00 p.m.IOWA CITY POSTCARD-STAMP-PAPER SHOWIOWA CITY -
Kalona Quilt Show & Sale
<p>Over 200 new and antique hand-quilted quilts on display and for sale. Mostly Amish made. Admission charged. One admission is good for all three days. Celebrating our 50th year. Raffle quilt benefiting the Kalona Historical Society and craft vendors also. More information contact Woodin Wheel 319-656-2240. email katie@woodinwheel.com also check us out on facebook. April 22nd 5pm-8pm April 23 9am-7pm and April 24 9am-5pm</p> 2021-02-24 19:00:00 -0600
4/23/219:00 a.m.Kalona Community CenterKALONA -
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Learn Crochet: The Easiest Baby Blanket
<p>This baby blanket is the easiest crochet blanket you'll ever make, but you'd never know by how cute it is! Together, we'll use a large crochet hook and three strands of yarn to make this soft and breathable baby blanket. Perfect for beginners and for those more advanced in crochet. The finished blanket will measure roughly 30"x34". Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-18 20:30:00 -06002/25/216:00 p.m.Kirkwood Regional CenterCoralville -
Metta Yoga with Prairiewoods
<p>Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga via Zoom with Prairiewoods. Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructors Carla Brems and Heather English offer Gentle/Beginner’s Yoga (Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30–10:30 a.m.). People of all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to participate whenever available. Carla Brems enjoys teaching hatha-style yoga so that all feel welcome and safe to appreciate and enjoy the physical, mental and spiritual benefits that yoga can bring. Heather English began practicing yoga for the mental health benefits and became a yoga instructor in order to share these amazing benefits with others. Heather is inspired by the potential that a regular yoga practice has for impacting so many areas of life. In fact, it was her yoga training that motivated her to begin crafting as a career, to share her crafting with others, and to regularly explore the intersection of yoga and creativity. Let’s see how Carla and Heather can help us benefit from yoga! Please plan to attend via Zoom from a quiet corner in your home with your screen of choice! The cost is $60 for a 6-punch card or $99 for an 11-punch card. For more information or to register for the Zoom link, contact Carla at bremscarla@gmail.com or 319-533-3772.</p> 2021-02-10 22:30:00 -0600
3/01/219:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Design a Dazzling Herringbone Bracelet
<p>Learn or hone your tubular herringbone skills to create this slightly undulating bracelet. Join the expert Beadologists at Beadology Iowa to learn to stitch various sizes of beads and colors to accentuate the ins and outs of the pattern! Your beading will go faster than you think, as you will be stitching two beads at a time. Demos will be provided via Zoom. No prior experience needed. Materials fee $30. This class will be held at a facility that is neither owned nor controlled by Kirkwood Community College. You will be expected to follow the COVID-19 safety protocols determined and set by the operator of the facility where the class is being held or the organization running the class and all attendees will be required to sign a release removing Kirkwood from any liability and attendees will assume the risks related to the spread or exposure of COVID-19. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-15 20:30:00 -0600
3/05/215:30 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Signs of Spring Are Coming!
<p>By now we hope that spring is just around the corner! At least we can start feeling warmer in our homes with one of these sunny spring wooden signs. Choose between the Daisy Welcome sign or the Bloom Where You Are Planted sign. Materials fee $10. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-18 20:00:00 -06003/03/216:00 p.m.Kirkwood Community College, Horticulture/Floral CareersCedar Rapids -
Made by Me: DIY Weighted Shoulder Blanket
<p>Weighted blankets are a great way to alleviate stress and to calm your mind and body. Learn to create a one-of-a-kind shoulder blanket that is quick, easy, and beautiful! Join Kathy from Odd Blonde Duck Designs for this multi-session class to learn the skills of sewing a soft, soothing blanket that you’ll love for years to come. Let’s get cozy! No prior experience necessary. Materials fee is $25 per person. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-18 20:30:00 -06003/04/216:00 p.m.Kirkwood Center for Lifelong LearningCedar Rapids -
Adult Take & Make: DIY Canvas Thread Art
<p>For this Adult Take & Make kit we are making canvas thread art. Each kit comes with materials and instructions.</p><p>Registration is required. To register click <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/adult-take-make-diy-canvas-thread-art-tickets-138786318615">here</a></p><p>Pick up dates will be March 4-5. Give the library a call at 319-393-1414 to schedule your pick up time.</p> 2021-02-16 18:00:00 -0600
3/04/2110:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Prairiewoods Knitters & Stitchers
<p>Calling all knitters and stitchers … practice your hobby in the company of new friends! All who enjoy knitting or crocheting (or want to learn) are invited to join us via Zoom for a fun, free hour of crafting and conversation with Prairiewoods friends. Join using the Zoom link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81579283216?pwd=UUFMd1h2UjFXVHBJKzlKSlcyQjdVUT09. If prompted, enter meeting ID 815 7928 3216 and password 088470. (You can also dial by phone by calling 1-312-626-6799.) We hope you’ll grab your needles and join us for this fun morning! For more information, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2021-02-08 10:30:00 -0600
3/09/219:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Metta Yoga with Prairiewoods
<p>Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga via Zoom with Prairiewoods. Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructors Carla Brems and Heather English offer Gentle/Beginner’s Yoga (Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30–10:30 a.m.). People of all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to participate whenever available. Carla Brems enjoys teaching hatha-style yoga so that all feel welcome and safe to appreciate and enjoy the physical, mental and spiritual benefits that yoga can bring. Heather English began practicing yoga for the mental health benefits and became a yoga instructor in order to share these amazing benefits with others. Heather is inspired by the potential that a regular yoga practice has for impacting so many areas of life. In fact, it was her yoga training that motivated her to begin crafting as a career, to share her crafting with others, and to regularly explore the intersection of yoga and creativity. Let’s see how Carla and Heather can help us benefit from yoga! Please plan to attend via Zoom from a quiet corner in your home with your screen of choice! The cost is $60 for a 6-punch card or $99 for an 11-punch card. For more information or to register for the Zoom link, contact Carla at bremscarla@gmail.com or 319-533-3772.</p> 2021-03-08 22:30:00 -0600
3/08/219:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Brucemore Mansion Tour (Self-Guided)
<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! The tour experience has been re-imagined with safety and comfort in mind. Enjoy the splendor and history of the first, second, and third floors of the 1886 Queen Anne mansion. Tickets will be sold for timed entry, which will be scheduled every thirty minutes. Each tour has limited capacity to maintain physical distancing needs. Purchase a timed entry ticket for your group of 2 to 6 people. Advance tickets required. The grounds are available to explore for free before or after your tour. </p> 2021-02-25 19:30:00 -0600
2/25/215:30 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Brucemore Mansion Tour (Self-Guided)
<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! The tour experience has been re-imagined with safety and comfort in mind. Enjoy the splendor and history of the first, second, and third floors of the 1886 Queen Anne mansion. Tickets will be sold for timed entry, which will be scheduled every thirty minutes. Each tour has limited capacity to maintain physical distancing needs. Purchase a timed entry ticket for your group of 2 to 6 people. Advance tickets required. The grounds are available to explore for free before or after your tour. </p> 2021-02-26 14:30:00 -0600
2/26/211:00 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
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Prairiewoods Knitters & Stitchers
<p>Calling all knitters and stitchers … practice your hobby in the company of new friends! All who enjoy knitting or crocheting (or want to learn) are invited to join us via Zoom for a fun, free hour of crafting and conversation with Prairiewoods friends. Join using the Zoom link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/81579283216?pwd=UUFMd1h2UjFXVHBJKzlKSlcyQjdVUT09. If prompted, enter meeting ID 815 7928 3216 and password 088470. (You can also dial by phone by calling 1-312-626-6799.) We hope you’ll grab your needles and join us for this fun morning! For more information, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2021-02-08 10:30:00 -0600
4/13/219:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Signs of Spring Are Coming!
<p>By now we hope that spring is just around the corner! At least we can start feeling warmer in our homes with one of these sunny spring wooden signs. Choose between the Daisy Welcome sign or the Bloom Where You Are Planted sign. Materials fee $10. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-15 20:00:00 -06003/24/216:00 p.m.Kirkwood Community College, Horticulture/Floral CareersCedar Rapids -
Round Glass Paperweight Workshop
<p>Come and partake in an active, artistic adventure with hot glass! You will work one-on-one with a glass instructor to create your own unique round glass paperweight out of 2000-degree glass. The workshop will start with instruction on safety, discussing the project, and colors being used. You will be shown how to make one paperweight using the various tools and equipment safely. Then the instructor will guide you through the process to make your very own round glass paperweight. Your creation will be ready for pick-up the following Monday. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-15 21:00:00 -06003/12/216:00 p.m.Kirkwood Community College, Arts and Theatre AnnexCedar Rapids -
Create Lovely Beaded Leaf Earrings
<p>Learn to use a two-needle beading technique with two-hole Super Duo beads to create a beautiful beaded leaf. Join the expert Beadologists from Beadology Iowa to learn the tricks to add more dimension to your leaves and finishing touches and flourishes to make it your very own. This is a challenging, yet a delightful and a very doable project. You will love the results! No prior experience needed. Materials fee $30. This class will be held at a facility that is neither owned nor controlled by Kirkwood Community College. You will be expected to follow the COVID-19 safety protocols determined and set by the operator of the facility where the class is being held or the organization running the class and all attendees will be required to sign a release removing Kirkwood from any liability and attendees will assume the risks related to the spread or exposure of COVID-19. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-15 20:30:00 -06003/23/215:30 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Metta Yoga with Prairiewoods
<p>Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga via Zoom with Prairiewoods. Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructors Carla Brems and Heather English offer Gentle/Beginner’s Yoga (Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30–10:30 a.m.). People of all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to participate whenever available. Carla Brems enjoys teaching hatha-style yoga so that all feel welcome and safe to appreciate and enjoy the physical, mental and spiritual benefits that yoga can bring. Heather English began practicing yoga for the mental health benefits and became a yoga instructor in order to share these amazing benefits with others. Heather is inspired by the potential that a regular yoga practice has for impacting so many areas of life. In fact, it was her yoga training that motivated her to begin crafting as a career, to share her crafting with others, and to regularly explore the intersection of yoga and creativity. Let’s see how Carla and Heather can help us benefit from yoga! Please plan to attend via Zoom from a quiet corner in your home with your screen of choice! The cost is $60 for a 6-punch card or $99 for an 11-punch card. For more information or to register for the Zoom link, contact Carla at bremscarla@gmail.com or 319-533-3772.</p> 2021-03-15 22:30:00 -0500
3/15/219:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Metta Yoga with Prairiewoods
<p>Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga via Zoom with Prairiewoods. Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructors Carla Brems and Heather English offer Gentle/Beginner’s Yoga (Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30–10:30 a.m.). People of all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to participate whenever available. Carla Brems enjoys teaching hatha-style yoga so that all feel welcome and safe to appreciate and enjoy the physical, mental and spiritual benefits that yoga can bring. Heather English began practicing yoga for the mental health benefits and became a yoga instructor in order to share these amazing benefits with others. Heather is inspired by the potential that a regular yoga practice has for impacting so many areas of life. In fact, it was her yoga training that motivated her to begin crafting as a career, to share her crafting with others, and to regularly explore the intersection of yoga and creativity. Let’s see how Carla and Heather can help us benefit from yoga! Please plan to attend via Zoom from a quiet corner in your home with your screen of choice! The cost is $60 for a 6-punch card or $99 for an 11-punch card. For more information or to register for the Zoom link, contact Carla at bremscarla@gmail.com or 319-533-3772.</p> 2021-03-22 22:30:00 -0500
3/22/219:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Metta Yoga with Prairiewoods
<p>Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga via Zoom with Prairiewoods. Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructors Carla Brems and Heather English offer Gentle/Beginner’s Yoga (Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30–10:30 a.m.). People of all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to participate whenever available. Carla Brems enjoys teaching hatha-style yoga so that all feel welcome and safe to appreciate and enjoy the physical, mental and spiritual benefits that yoga can bring. Heather English began practicing yoga for the mental health benefits and became a yoga instructor in order to share these amazing benefits with others. Heather is inspired by the potential that a regular yoga practice has for impacting so many areas of life. In fact, it was her yoga training that motivated her to begin crafting as a career, to share her crafting with others, and to regularly explore the intersection of yoga and creativity. Let’s see how Carla and Heather can help us benefit from yoga! Please plan to attend via Zoom from a quiet corner in your home with your screen of choice! The cost is $60 for a 6-punch card or $99 for an 11-punch card. For more information or to register for the Zoom link, contact Carla at bremscarla@gmail.com or 319-533-3772.</p> 2021-03-29 22:30:00 -0500
3/29/219:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Metta Yoga with Prairiewoods
<p>Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga via Zoom with Prairiewoods. Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructors Carla Brems and Heather English offer Gentle/Beginner’s Yoga (Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30–10:30 a.m.). People of all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to participate whenever available. Carla Brems enjoys teaching hatha-style yoga so that all feel welcome and safe to appreciate and enjoy the physical, mental and spiritual benefits that yoga can bring. Heather English began practicing yoga for the mental health benefits and became a yoga instructor in order to share these amazing benefits with others. Heather is inspired by the potential that a regular yoga practice has for impacting so many areas of life. In fact, it was her yoga training that motivated her to begin crafting as a career, to share her crafting with others, and to regularly explore the intersection of yoga and creativity. Let’s see how Carla and Heather can help us benefit from yoga! Please plan to attend via Zoom from a quiet corner in your home with your screen of choice! The cost is $60 for a 6-punch card or $99 for an 11-punch card. For more information or to register for the Zoom link, contact Carla at bremscarla@gmail.com or 319-533-3772.</p> 2021-04-05 22:30:00 -0500
4/05/219:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Metta Yoga with Prairiewoods
<p>Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga via Zoom with Prairiewoods. Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructors Carla Brems and Heather English offer Gentle/Beginner’s Yoga (Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30–10:30 a.m.). People of all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to participate whenever available. Carla Brems enjoys teaching hatha-style yoga so that all feel welcome and safe to appreciate and enjoy the physical, mental and spiritual benefits that yoga can bring. Heather English began practicing yoga for the mental health benefits and became a yoga instructor in order to share these amazing benefits with others. Heather is inspired by the potential that a regular yoga practice has for impacting so many areas of life. In fact, it was her yoga training that motivated her to begin crafting as a career, to share her crafting with others, and to regularly explore the intersection of yoga and creativity. Let’s see how Carla and Heather can help us benefit from yoga! Please plan to attend via Zoom from a quiet corner in your home with your screen of choice! The cost is $60 for a 6-punch card or $99 for an 11-punch card. For more information or to register for the Zoom link, contact Carla at bremscarla@gmail.com or 319-533-3772.</p> 2021-04-12 22:30:00 -0500
4/12/219:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Metta Yoga with Prairiewoods
<p>Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga via Zoom with Prairiewoods. Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructors Carla Brems and Heather English offer Gentle/Beginner’s Yoga (Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30–10:30 a.m.). People of all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to participate whenever available. Carla Brems enjoys teaching hatha-style yoga so that all feel welcome and safe to appreciate and enjoy the physical, mental and spiritual benefits that yoga can bring. Heather English began practicing yoga for the mental health benefits and became a yoga instructor in order to share these amazing benefits with others. Heather is inspired by the potential that a regular yoga practice has for impacting so many areas of life. In fact, it was her yoga training that motivated her to begin crafting as a career, to share her crafting with others, and to regularly explore the intersection of yoga and creativity. Let’s see how Carla and Heather can help us benefit from yoga! Please plan to attend via Zoom from a quiet corner in your home with your screen of choice! The cost is $60 for a 6-punch card or $99 for an 11-punch card. For more information or to register for the Zoom link, contact Carla at bremscarla@gmail.com or 319-533-3772.</p> 2021-04-19 22:30:00 -0500
4/19/219:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Metta Yoga with Prairiewoods
<p>Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga via Zoom with Prairiewoods. Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructors Carla Brems and Heather English offer Gentle/Beginner’s Yoga (Mondays and Thursdays from 9:30–10:30 a.m.). People of all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to participate whenever available. Carla Brems enjoys teaching hatha-style yoga so that all feel welcome and safe to appreciate and enjoy the physical, mental and spiritual benefits that yoga can bring. Heather English began practicing yoga for the mental health benefits and became a yoga instructor in order to share these amazing benefits with others. Heather is inspired by the potential that a regular yoga practice has for impacting so many areas of life. In fact, it was her yoga training that motivated her to begin crafting as a career, to share her crafting with others, and to regularly explore the intersection of yoga and creativity. Let’s see how Carla and Heather can help us benefit from yoga! Please plan to attend via Zoom from a quiet corner in your home with your screen of choice! The cost is $60 for a 6-punch card or $99 for an 11-punch card. For more information or to register for the Zoom link, contact Carla at bremscarla@gmail.com or 319-533-3772.</p> 2021-04-26 22:30:00 -0500
4/26/219:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Copper Chandelier Earrings
<p>Use a chandelier armature to hang wrapped loops of increasing lengths to make a pair of dangly earrings. You will get lots of practice with your wire working skills. <em> </em>Instructor: Alyssa Jakowchuk.</p><p><strong>Pre-requisite:</strong> ability to make a wrapped loop. Make 3 Pairs of Earrings on Jan. 16 or call for a private tutorial.</p><p>Registration is $68 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</p> 2021-01-31 14:00:00 -0600
2/27/2110:00 a.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Gyrls Night Out: Flapjack Earrings
<p>Hone your wire working skills to make a wire link to connect chain to a handmade glass disk. These earrings have great movement and pizzaz. Instructor: Karen Kubby.</p><p><strong>Pre-requisite:</strong> ability to make a wrapped loop. Make 3 Pairs of Earrings on Jan. 16 or call for a private tutorial.</p><p>Registration is $72 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</p> 2021-01-31 19:30:00 -0600
2/26/215:30 a.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
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Americans in Paris: Grant Wood and Marvin Cone's 1920 Trip to Paris
<p>For three months in the summer of 1920, Grant Wood and his best friend Marvin Cone traveled to Paris to see great art, soak up the sights, and paint. This brief sojourn proved to be pivotal for both artists, enhancing their nascent interest in Impressionism and painting en plein air. While each artist discontinued painting in this style beyond the early 1930s, this trip to Paris (Wood’s first trip abroad, Cone’s second) was critical to their development. What the artists did, saw, and painted is carefully outlined in Cone’s meticulous and well-written diary of the trip, including where the artists painted on which days. As such, this diary enables the ability to date certain works to the precise date of creation. It also allows viewers to see how each artist depicted the same scene, often in very different terms.</p> 2021-02-24 16:00:00 -0600
2/24/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Americans in Paris: Grant Wood and Marvin Cone's 1920 Trip to Paris
<p>For three months in the summer of 1920, Grant Wood and his best friend Marvin Cone traveled to Paris to see great art, soak up the sights, and to paint. This brief sojourn proved to be pivotal for both artists, enhancing their nascent interest in Impressionism and painting en plein air. While each artist discontinued painting in this style beyond the early 1930s, this trip to Paris (Wood’s first trip abroad, Cone’s second) was critical to their development. What the artists did, saw, and painted is carefully outlined in Cone’s meticulous and well-written diary of the trip, including where the artists painted on which days. As such, this diary enables the ability to date certain works to the precise date of creation. It also allows viewers to see how each artist depicted the same scene, often in very different terms.</p> 2021-02-25 20:00:00 -0600
2/25/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Americans in Paris: Grant Wood and Marvin Cone's 1920 Trip to Paris
<p>For three months in the summer of 1920, Grant Wood and his best friend Marvin Cone traveled to Paris to see great art, soak up the sights, and paint. This brief sojourn proved to be pivotal for both artists, enhancing their nascent interest in Impressionism and painting en plein air. While each artist discontinued painting in this style beyond the early 1930s, this trip to Paris (Wood’s first trip abroad, Cone’s second) was critical to their development. What the artists did, saw, and painted is carefully outlined in Cone’s meticulous and well-written diary of the trip, including where the artists painted on which days. As such, this diary enables the ability to date certain works to the precise date of creation. It also allows viewers to see how each artist depicted the same scene, often in very different terms.</p> 2021-02-26 16:00:00 -0600
2/26/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Americans in Paris: Grant Wood and Marvin Cone's 1920 Trip to Paris
<p>For three months in the summer of 1920, Grant Wood and his best friend Marvin Cone traveled to Paris to see great art, soak up the sights, and to paint. This brief sojourn proved to be pivotal for both artists, enhancing their nascent interest in Impressionism and painting en plein air. While each artist discontinued painting in this style beyond the early 1930s, this trip to Paris (Wood’s first trip abroad, Cone’s second) was critical to their development. What the artists did, saw, and painted is carefully outlined in Cone’s meticulous and well-written diary of the trip, including where the artists painted on which days. As such, this diary enables the ability to date certain works to the precise date of creation. It also allows viewers to see how each artist depicted the same scene, often in very different terms.</p> 2021-02-27 16:00:00 -0600
2/27/2110:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Americans in Paris: Grant Wood and Marvin Cone's 1920 Trip to Paris
<p>For three months in the summer of 1920, Grant Wood and his best friend Marvin Cone traveled to Paris to see great art, soak up the sights, and paint. This brief sojourn proved to be pivotal for both artists, enhancing their nascent interest in Impressionism and painting en plein air. While each artist discontinued painting in this style beyond the early 1930s, this trip to Paris (Wood’s first trip abroad, Cone’s second) was critical to their development. What the artists did, saw, and painted is carefully outlined in Cone’s meticulous and well-written diary of the trip, including where the artists painted on which days. As such, this diary enables the ability to date certain works to the precise date of creation. It also allows viewers to see how each artist depicted the same scene, often in very different terms.</p> 2021-02-28 16:00:00 -0600
2/28/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids