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121 1st St NW, Mount Vernon(319) 693-204398 16th Ave SW , Cedar Rapids
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School's Out - Clay Creations
<p>A stimulating hour for elementary school children on days when school is not in session.</p><p>School's out for the day! Each School's Out program for children K-5 will give children the chance to try something new, fun (and maybe messy!). School's Out programs provide a stimulating hour for elementary school children on days when school is not in session. Join us for an hour of playing and creating with clay. We will use a type of clay that you can take home and bake in your oven.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-10-31 11:30:00 -05001/20/2010:30 a.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
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School's Out - Clay Creations
<p>A stimulating hour for elementary school children on days when school is not in session.</p><p>School's out for the day! Each School's Out program for children K-5 will give children the chance to try something new, fun (and maybe messy!). School's Out programs provide a stimulating hour for elementary school children on days when school is not in session. Join us for an hour of playing and creating with clay. We will use a type of clay that you can take home and bake in your oven.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-10-31 11:30:00 -05001/14/2010:30 a.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
School's Out - Flip Book Fun
<p>A stimulating hour for elementary school children on days when school is not in session.</p><p>Do enjoy drawing and doodling art on pieces of paper? Here is your chance to create drawings in a series of pictures so that when the pages are flipped through quickly the pictures seem to move. School's out for the day! Each School's Out program for children K-5 will give children the chance to try something new, fun (and maybe messy!).</p><p>Please register by calling the library or online at <a href="http://www.crlibrary.org">www.crlibrary.org</a> on the events page.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-10-31 14:00:00 -0500
1/14/201:00 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Ruffles Galore Earrings
<p>Participants will use brick stitch round a metal base to create these exquisite earrings. The flatness of the Delica beads help create contrast to the round beads that make the ruffles. Instructor: Karen Kubby. </p><p> <strong><em>Prerequisite: any seed bead weaving experience.</em></strong></p><p><strong><em>Registration is $78 and includes all materials, instruction, use of studio and tools. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</em></strong></p><p><br></p> 2019-12-02 16:00:00 -0600
12/07/1910:00 a.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Rick Hugill's Gourd Lamp Exhibit & Sale
<p>Rick Hugill is a local woodworker. He takes locally grown gourds and transforms them into amazing lamps. Using ink, drilling, and adding beads, he creates one of a kind lampshades with handmade wooden bases. His exhibit will include floor and table lamps.</p> 2019-12-05 18:00:00 -0600
12/05/1910:00 a.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Totally Tweens: Scent-sational Gifts!
<p>Join us for some cozy winter crafting using scents - you'll create things you can give as winter holiday gifts, or just keep for yourself! We'll be making bath bombs, orange pomanders, and wool felted soap. This program is for kids in grades 3-6 only. </p> 2019-11-26 16:00:00 -0600
12/05/193:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Rick Hugill's Gourd Lamp Exhibit & Sale
<p>Rick Hugill is a local woodworker. He takes locally grown gourds and transforms them into amazing lamps. Using ink, drilling, and adding beads, he creates one of a kind lampshades with handmade wooden bases. His exhibit will include floor and table lamps.</p> 2019-12-06 18:00:00 -0600
12/06/1910:00 a.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Senior Thesis Exhibitions
<p>Opening Reception: December 6, 2019 5:00-7:00pm</p><p>Every graduating studio art major must stage a Senior Thesis Exhibition, which is the culmination of a two-semester capstone course. The senior student researches, writes, creates, curates, installs and de-installs their own exhibition. </p> 2019-09-24 18:00:00 -050012/06/194:00 p.m.Coe College Sinclair Auditorium LobbyCedar Rapids -
Rick Hugill's Gourd Lamp Exhibit & Sale
<p>Rick Hugill is a local woodworker. He takes locally grown gourds and transforms them into amazing lamps. Using ink, drilling, and adding beads, he creates one of a kind lampshades with handmade wooden bases. His exhibit will include floor and table lamps.</p> 2019-12-07 18:00:00 -0600
12/07/1910:00 a.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Senior Thesis Exhibitions
<p>Opening Reception: December 6, 2019 5:00-7:00pm</p><p>Every graduating studio art major must stage a Senior Thesis Exhibition, which is the culmination of a two-semester capstone course. The senior student researches, writes, creates, curates, installs and de-installs their own exhibition. </p> 2019-12-07 18:00:00 -060012/07/194:00 p.m.Coe College Sinclair Auditorium LobbyCedar Rapids -
Rick Hugill's Gourd Lamp Exhibit & Sale
<p>Rick Hugill is a local woodworker. He takes locally grown gourds and transforms them into amazing lamps. Using ink, drilling, and adding beads, he creates one of a kind lampshades with handmade wooden bases. His exhibit will include floor and table lamps.</p> 2019-12-08 18:00:00 -0600
12/08/1910:00 a.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
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Senior Thesis Exhibitions
<p>Opening Reception: December 6, 2019 5:00-7:00pm</p><p>Every graduating studio art major must stage a Senior Thesis Exhibition, which is the culmination of a two-semester capstone course. The senior student researches, writes, creates, curates, installs and de-installs their own exhibition. </p> 2019-12-08 18:00:00 -060012/08/194:00 p.m.Coe College Sinclair Auditorium LobbyCedar Rapids -
Rick Hugill's Gourd Lamp Exhibit & Sale
<p>Rick Hugill is a local woodworker. He takes locally grown gourds and transforms them into amazing lamps. Using ink, drilling, and adding beads, he creates one of a kind lampshades with handmade wooden bases. His exhibit will include floor and table lamps.</p> 2019-12-09 18:00:00 -0600
12/09/1910:00 a.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Wheel Try It! Extended Day Workshops on the wheel!
<h5><strong><em>Wheel Try It Sessions: Extended Wheel Class</em></strong></h5><p>This is a one-time class. For this session we will assist you in learning how to center the clay on the wheel and how to create cups and bowls, with more in-depth demonstrations. This class is more about the process of working with the wheel than a specific project, this is great class for kids and parents who are interested in developing a set of skills for working with clay. Each participant will complete at least 1-2 cups or bowls. All materials, tools and instruction from our knowledgeable staff are included. Minimum age is 9 years old. All skill levels are welcome</p><p>Group and personal instruction both take place in these workshops. This is a great way for kids and parents alike who are interested in developing a higher set of skills when working with clay --without the commitment of an eight week class.</p><p>Clay, tool, firing, and instruction from our knowledgeable staff are included. We'll introduce you to the potter's wheel and help you create a piece that we will then fire and glaze for you to take home. Projects will be available for pickup 2-3 weeks later. <strong>Cost is $35 per person and class is from 10:30 am – 1:00pm</strong></p> 2019-12-07 12:00:00 -0600
12/07/1910:30 a.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
Senior Thesis Exhibitions
<p>Opening Reception: December 6, 2019 5:00-7:00pm</p><p>Every graduating studio art major must stage a Senior Thesis Exhibition, which is the culmination of a two-semester capstone course. The senior student researches, writes, creates, curates, installs and de-installs their own exhibition. </p> 2019-12-09 18:00:00 -060012/09/194:00 p.m.Coe College Sinclair Auditorium LobbyCedar Rapids -
42P Creator Space: Roleplaying Kids on Bikes
<p>Did you hear about Mrs. Smittywerberjaegermanjensen? Or perhaps you’ve heard of those gnomes at the mini golf course stealing all the balls? Or the rumors there’s a werewolf on the basketball team? Help create a unique roleplaying experience with other players as you explore the lightly spooky, player generated, realms of Kids on Bikes. Team up to take on what’s lurking in a town of your own imagination.</p> 2019-11-11 16:15:00 -0600
12/07/192:15 p.m.42nd Parallel Art Gallery & Studios LLCDubuque , Iowa -
Rick Hugill's Gourd Lamp Exhibit & Sale
<p>Rick Hugill is a local woodworker. He takes locally grown gourds and transforms them into amazing lamps. Using ink, drilling, and adding beads, he creates one of a kind lampshades with handmade wooden bases. His exhibit will include floor and table lamps.</p> 2019-12-10 18:00:00 -0600
12/10/1910:00 a.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Senior Thesis Exhibitions
<p>Opening Reception: December 6, 2019 5:00-7:00pm</p><p>Every graduating studio art major must stage a Senior Thesis Exhibition, which is the culmination of a two-semester capstone course. The senior student researches, writes, creates, curates, installs and de-installs their own exhibition. </p> 2019-12-10 18:00:00 -060012/10/194:00 p.m.Coe College Sinclair Auditorium LobbyCedar Rapids -
Rick Hugill's Gourd Lamp Exhibit & Sale
<p>Rick Hugill is a local woodworker. He takes locally grown gourds and transforms them into amazing lamps. Using ink, drilling, and adding beads, he creates one of a kind lampshades with handmade wooden bases. His exhibit will include floor and table lamps.</p> 2019-12-11 18:00:00 -0600
12/11/1910:00 a.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Senior Thesis Exhibitions
<p>Opening Reception: December 6, 2019 5:00-7:00pm</p><p>Every graduating studio art major must stage a Senior Thesis Exhibition, which is the culmination of a two-semester capstone course. The senior student researches, writes, creates, curates, installs and de-installs their own exhibition. </p> 2019-12-11 18:00:00 -060012/11/194:00 p.m.Coe College Sinclair Auditorium LobbyCedar Rapids -
Magical Night Mount Vernon
<p>Thursday, Dec. 5, marks Mount Vernon’s annual Magical Night, a celebration of holiday magic that begins on the lawn of the First Street Community Center, 221 First St. NE. Volunteers from the Mount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) have teamed with the City of Mount Vernon to celebrate the holiday season. At 5 p.m. on Dec. 5, Santa himself will be throwing the switch unveiling Mount Vernon’s holiday lights.</p><p><br></p><p>This will be followed by a wide range of events along Mount Vernon’s historic First Street that will include visits and photos with Santa in the Mount Vernon Bank & Trust building, a Holiday Craft Bazaar in the basement of City Hall, a Vendor and Art Fair at Mount Vernon Creates, a Live Nativity at Memorial Park and live music and activities in almost every Uptown building.</p><p><br></p><p>Mount Vernon’s historic 1<sup>st</sup> Street will once again be closed to traffic to create a Holiday-inspired Ped Mall for the entire festival from 5 to 8 p.m.</p><p><br></p><p>A shuttle provided by Mount Vernon Community Schools will be going back and forth along 4<sup>th</sup> Avenue, taking guests from the parking lots at the Mount Vernon Community School District to the United Methodist Church and back. The shuttle will run continuously from 5 to 8 p.m.</p><p><br></p><p>Trolley rides sponsored by St. Paul’s Lutheran Church, will run from 5 to 8 p.m. connecting all activities along first street.</p><p><br></p><p>Returning this year will be the International and Multicultural Holiday Celebration at Cornell College’s Stoner House, sponsored by the Office of Intercultural Life, and the growing series of animatronic window displays in several area businesses. Also returning is a trackless train that will be running from the parking lot of Iowa Physical Therapy, 108 1<sup>st</sup> St. SE.</p> 2019-11-22 20:00:00 -0600
12/05/195:00 p.m.Uptown Mount VernonMount Vernon -
Rick Hugill's Gourd Lamp Exhibit & Sale
<p>Rick Hugill is a local woodworker. He takes locally grown gourds and transforms them into amazing lamps. Using ink, drilling, and adding beads, he creates one of a kind lampshades with handmade wooden bases. His exhibit will include floor and table lamps.</p> 2019-12-12 18:00:00 -0600
12/12/1910:00 a.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Coralville Aisle of Lights
<p>See how thousands of white paper sacks, each filled with sand and a votive candle, create a magical scene on a winter evening!</p><p>Aisle of Lights has been an annual tradition since 1980. Each year residents and businesses place luminarias along their walkways for the public to tour. Free sacks and sand are available to the public to make their luminarias. Other events take place throughout the afternoon and evening. A list of events, where to get supplies, and information about Aisle of Lights can be found at www.coralville.org/AisleofLights.</p> 2019-11-20 21:00:00 -0600
12/08/195:00 p.m.City of CoralvilleCoralville -
Nature’s Noel
<p dir="ltr">Join us for the fresh green decor and artisan gifts you’ve always loved, and stay for a day of family fun! Centerpieces, wreaths and swags made with fresh greens; frozen soups and appetizers; vendors with various handmade wares; cookie dough and baked goods; and live music combine to create a festive holiday event. Shop early for the best selection! Enjoy festive children’s crafts, naturalist-guided activities, and magical winter nature walks. Visit Santa and peruse a variety of holiday vendors. Brewhemia will be onsite with coffee and hot chocolate available for purchase. Sponsored by Friends of Indian Creek Nature Center to benefit the Nature Center. Free</p> 2019-10-15 13:00:00 -050012/07/199:00 a.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
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Rick Hugill's Gourd Lamp Exhibit & Sale
<p>Rick Hugill is a local woodworker. He takes locally grown gourds and transforms them into amazing lamps. Using ink, drilling, and adding beads, he creates one of a kind lampshades with handmade wooden bases. His exhibit will include floor and table lamps.</p> 2019-12-13 18:00:00 -0600
12/13/1910:00 a.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Singing Bowl Prayer at Prairiewoods
<p>Throughout history, singing bowls have been used around the world to meditate, relax, pray and achieve mind-body-spirit wellness. Join Kathy Broghammer at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) to pray with the beautiful, all-encompassing music of singing bowls. We will let the resonant sounds of Himalayan and crystal singing bowls relax our entire body and create a pathway for a clearer connection with the divine. We can simply breathe and receive! Some yoga mats and pillows are available. The cost is $5. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2017-01-13 13:30:00 -0600
12/09/1912:45 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spiritual CenterHiawatha -
Holiday Crafting Hoopla
<p>Make a heap of holiday goodies to help you get in the holiday mood! Stop by the Storytime Room from 2-4 to create winter crafts to decorate or give away as gifts. From Snowflakes to Stars of David, we've got you covered for your cute ornamental needs! </p> 2019-12-03 16:00:00 -0600
12/14/192:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Open Lab at Beadology Iowa
<p>Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge.<span> </span>For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time.<span> </span>A basic metals studio is available for $15.<span> </span></p><p>We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community.<span> </span>You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!</p><p> </p><p>The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab. </p><p> </p> 2019-12-05 20:00:00 -0600
12/05/194:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Art at Brucemore: Glass Tree Workshop
<p><strong>Celebrate the beauty of Brucemore and embrace your creativity! </strong>Join <a href="http://www.iowaceramicscenter.org/">iowa Ceramics Center</a> in creating a glass Christmas tree. Pick up your creation after the event and take it home for a lasting memory of this workshop. All materials and supplies will be provided. Space is limited. </p> 2019-10-29 14:30:00 -0500
12/15/191:00 p.m.brucemoreCedar Rapids -
Wine and Art--Friday Night Out at the Ceramics Center!
<h5>Join us in the studio for some wine, light appetizers. We'll teach you a bit about clay or glass and you can get a little dirty - and have a lot of fun! <strong>No experience is necessary</strong>. In each class you will create a piece of art that is yours to keep, we will let you know when to stop back in to pick up your finished/fired piece. Wine and appetizers are included in the registration fee. <strong>MUST BE 21 TO JOIN US.</strong></h5> 2019-12-13 21:00:00 -0600
12/13/196:30 p.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids