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• Deafinitely Dogs!
  2802 Lippisch Place SW, Cedar Rapids
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  Dogs Forever
  809 Rockford Road SW , Cedar Rapids
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• Therapy Dog Storytime with Therapy Dogs International

  <p>Join MPL and Therapy Dogs International for a therapy dog storytime in our Youth Programming Room! T<span dir="auto">rained and certified therapy dogs will provide comfort and encouragement to young readers, which make this a great program for younger patrons. Everyone is welcome to read to the dogs -- so bring the whole family!<br></span></p> 2023-10-31 19:30:00 -0500

  11/29/23 @ 6:30 p.m.

  6:30 p.m.

  Marion Public Library

  Marion

• Dogs Forever's 12th Annual Holidog Bazaar

  <p>Our 2023 Dogs Forever Holidog Bazaar is coming!! Back at Geonetric again and we are so excited!! There is something for EVERYONE. Stop by and get your holiday shopping done early!</p><p>This is NOT a vendor event, rather all items have been sponsored or donated so all proceeds come directly back to the care of our sweet puppers! If you ARE a vendor, you are more than welcome to make up a full raffle basket that we'd be happy to accept and promote your business! Raffle tickets to put in for your favorite baskets are $5 each or 3 for $10. You do not need to be present to win. Winners will be drawn at 3:45PM. Winners can pick up their baskets at Geonetric until 5:15PM or arrange a date/time to pick up at Dogs Forever by the following Saturday, December 9th. If your basket isn't picked up by then, it'll be considered a donation back to the shelter.</p><p>Saturday, December 2nd from 9-4pm. Located at Geonetric: 415 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA.</p><p>Christmas themed items, dog themed items, apparel, gifts, jewelry, bake sale, grab n' go gifts, and of course - our infamous RAFFLE BASKETS!!!!! Feel great knowing all your purchases come directly back to the sweet dogs that we care for at our shelter. They said thank you in advance!</p><p>We'll also have our Holidog Christmas mini photo sessions from 930-345pm during the event! This year we have Jess from For the Love of Paws again!! These are by pre-paid pre-registered appointment ONLY. We right a tight schedule and there is not any room for walk-ins.&nbsp;</p><p>$45 per slot for photo minis - make sure you read the instructions before selecting a time slot. Sign up here: <a href="https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D48A5A82DAAFFC25-20233?fbclid=IwAR1E3e0Fgpw1BVL13pFjnh4OXHz2O6-Ak3c55ZEHnCICcyImIC3uxa-A3io" rel="nofollow noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0D48A5A82DAAFFC25-20233</a></p> 2023-09-25 16:00:00 -0500

  12/02/23 @ 9:00 a.m.

  9:00 a.m.

  Geonetric

  Cedar Rapids

• Pictures with Santa Paws

  <p>Ho-Ho-Holy Woof! <!--[if !vml]--><!--[endif]--> Santa's making a special pit stop at K9 Acres Off-Leash Dog Park to spread cheer and pose with your festive furballs! <!--[if !vml]--><!--[endif]--><!--[if !vml]--></p><p><!--[if !vml]--><!--[endif]--> Date: Saturday, December 2<br><!--[if !vml]--><!--[endif]--> Time: 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm<br><!--[if !vml]--><!--[endif]--> Where: K9 Acres Off-Leash Dog Park (located in Wanatee Park)</p><p>Bring your tail-waggin' sidekick, because we're turning the North Pole into a BARKtastic photo studio! <!--[if !vml]--><!--[endif]--> Whether your pup's wish list includes more treats, squeaky toys, or just a paw-some photo with the big man in red, we've got you covered!</p><p><!--[if !vml]--><!--[endif]--> Snack Attack: Santa's got a cookie and hot cocoa craving, so we'll have plenty to keep us warm!</p><p><!--[if !vml]--><!--[endif]--> Paw-traits Galore: Our on-site photographer will be capturing the magical moments, ensuring you'll have cherished memories to share with friends and family. <!--[if !vml]--><!--[endif]--><!--[if !vml]--><!--[endif]--> But don’t forget to bring your own camera!</p><p>This is a FREE event, but a goodwill donation to our off-leash dog parks is greatly appreciated! Please note: Permits are not required for our event, but all other rules apply.</p> 2023-11-13 15:00:00 -0600

  12/02/23 @ 1:00 p.m.

  1:00 p.m.

  K9 Acres Off-Leash Dog Park

  Marion

• Dec 4: Wild Hog - Blue Christmas - Cork n Canvas Iowa

  <p>Support two Local small businesses with one event at Wild Hogs Saloon &amp; Eatery (350 Commercial Dr Walford, Iowa). Eat Local, Drink Local &amp; Paint Local. 16x20inch canvas and all your supplies at Cork N Canvas Iowa. Purchase tickets online: Classes for adults 18+ Check in starts at 5:30 pm, come get your spot &amp; order some food, painting starts at 6:00 pm.</p><p>Events hosted across the Eastern Iowa area at various neighborhood locations, ensuring one is near you and supporting the communities where you live and work. Show your support as well; enjoy drinks and dinner before or while you paint. Pop in early to have dinner! All your supplies (canvas, paints, brushes and apron) are provided for you. Please note: Events are 18 and over only, events are for adults and will contain adult language and content. Classes are limited in size, please make sure to buy your ticket to make sure you have a spot. You email is your ticket.</p><p>Cancellation policy: Cork N Canvas Iowa offers an art instruction and entertainment event that can be compared to a concert or theater event. We realize that unforeseen things happen, but we also would appreciate the time to offer the seat to others and fill the spot. Due to credit card fees, no refunds are issues, but you can move your ticket to another event 24-hours or more prior to your scheduled class. Due to the time it takes to prepare the class, NO store credit is given for last minute cancellations or no shows. Your ticket is fully transferable, however, and you may let someone of your own choosing use your ticket in your absence. Cancellations should be made by email only. If you need to cancel or move your reservation you must notify Cork n Canvas Iowa by email Cork.n.canvas.iowa@gmail.com 24 hours prior to the event, you are scheduled for in order to be eligible move into another class. In your email, please be sure to include; your name, location of the event, date of scheduled event, and date you wish to move to. *All cancellation issues must be resolved through email. * In the event of bad weather, snow day, ice, even floods, there is the chance that class could be canceled, please note you will receive an email, also the notice will be posted on Facebook, your tickets will be good for any upcoming non-sold out class.</p><p>Any questions please email Amanda Happel, Cork N Canvas Iowa Mobile Painting Studio<br>319-929-4300<br>Email: Cork.n.Canvas.iowa@gmail.com<br>Website:&nbsp;<a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.CorknCanvasIowa.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2IT0KNT-mx2ctWFtragwEzesQy58IcFlqu8RCUR93EZXkv_pXKXgVbtYY&h=AT0EDojz7lELx50JCbObtxjHHkv_waY7MJZkmBbilZxwE7DuopCI13qwsCyQMZv4Lpv9cQ2ktSUVQobFvMsh4SApLMneuRlRFDMwSgrQhRxaXAqPxdHtSVeeg-HLd46JDA&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT2oygQcEynAFeLxAz0r3Hljxc9hEZsuEIfWBjmOEIdLuG-86FNfWst2kpn5ITRNG30qZgBiZQyr3S8U0Z8vY7eZX-6Duf_ZDQzJXwHstJF1NoNdZIu5JabXA3EzTNz_YF6OcaWGVwX44oEaO0nZWnrBlZDv" rel="nofollow noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">www.CorknCanvasIowa.com</a> &amp; Facebook:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/CorkNCanvasIowa?__cft__[0]=AZVcQVDiGpL9Kk689CUuDarA-PUh_l3dKiv-Hx1BgrcbKKN3z7EmEM8ZWeE42dnVXgwAKSDKYTyJjkLb0OcWIqyq2_2Mb4Q1xHlnh2kFnOjL8YHwvbSjtnb6ZcxATx8KReg&__tn__=q" tabindex="0">https://www.facebook.com/CorkNCanvasIowa</a><br>Locally Owned Eastern Iowa Company since 2014</p> 2023-11-13 20:00:00 -0600

  12/04/23 @ 6:00 p.m.

  6:00 p.m.

  Wild Hogs Saloon & Eatery

  Walford

• Ginchmas Pet Photos

  <div dir="auto">Come and join us at Dog Star 3525 3rd Ave Marion, IA 52302 for a good cause on December 16th from 11am-2pm! We are collaborating with <a href="https://www.facebook.com/profile.php?id=100086106265673&__cft__[0]=AZVu4nRYFIbN03wQkLrTZKpA3CRdkYjFHzw0sdFkr_fZIM2EXJyoezn6dwK2YNBWlWG39ExgY1r7pgEX6AkeODwjHMXi_duBoFHOMglkn-OWgOMTlhqBx3-hNR28ApdgvTcvGJVJbDEO5XwBUtTO8l5DEEJLALOV8-OdFn0J3UnUgNz8oDorepEbxU7n6_tGaX8&__tn__=-]K-R" tabindex="0">Hackles &amp; Hide K9 Academy</a> to host the GRINCH for pet photos.</div><div dir="auto">&nbsp;This is a free event, but we encourage donations to support Unleashed rescue and <a href="https://www.facebook.com/aplanimalrescue?__cft__[0]=AZVu4nRYFIbN03wQkLrTZKpA3CRdkYjFHzw0sdFkr_fZIM2EXJyoezn6dwK2YNBWlWG39ExgY1r7pgEX6AkeODwjHMXi_duBoFHOMglkn-OWgOMTlhqBx3-hNR28ApdgvTcvGJVJbDEO5XwBUtTO8l5DEEJLALOV8-OdFn0J3UnUgNz8oDorepEbxU7n6_tGaX8&__tn__=-]K-R" tabindex="0">A Purposeful Life Animal Rescue &amp; Sanctuary</a>. Additionally, we will have local vendors present, providing a unique shopping experience for all.</div> 2023-11-26 14:00:00 -0600

  12/16/23 @ 11:00 a.m.

  11:00 a.m.

  Dog Star

  MARION

• Read to Dogs

  <p>Trained, certified therapy dogs provide companionship to emerging readers as they earn a free library book and bookmark. Everyone is welcome to read to the dogs. Stay for a performance at 7 pm. Presented in partnership with Therapy Dogs International.</p> 2023-11-17 19:00:00 -0600

  12/21/23 @ 6:30 p.m.

  6:30 p.m.

  Ladd Library

  Cedar Rapids

• Read to Dogs

  <p>Trained, certified therapy dogs provide companionship to emerging readers as they earn a free library book and bookmark. Everyone is welcome to read to the dogs. Stay for a performance at 7 pm. Presented in partnership with Therapy Dogs International.</p> 2024-01-18 19:00:00 -0600

  1/18/24 @ 6:30 p.m.

  6:30 p.m.

  Ladd Library

  Cedar Rapids

• Read to Dogs

  <p>Trained, certified therapy dogs provide companionship to emerging readers as they earn a free library book and bookmark. Everyone is welcome to read to the dogs. Stay for a performance at 7 pm. Presented in partnership with Therapy Dogs International.</p> 2024-02-15 19:00:00 -0600

  2/15/24 @ 6:30 p.m.

  6:30 p.m.

  Ladd Library

  Cedar Rapids