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Holiday Decoration Workshop
<p>Have a gorgeous display ready for any holiday or event! Learn basic techniques to plan and construct decorative items, costume elements, and integrated theme displays. You'll use commonly available materials and simple tools to bring your vision to life and to make your events memorable.</p> 2021-04-09 20:30:00 -05008/11/216:30 p.m.Kirkwood Continuing Education Training CenterCedar Rapids -
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Holiday Decoration Workshop
<p>Have a gorgeous display ready for any holiday or event! Learn basic techniques to plan and construct decorative items, costume elements, and integrated theme displays. You'll use commonly available materials and simple tools to bring your vision to life and to make your events memorable.</p> 2021-08-12 20:30:00 -05008/12/216:30 p.m.Kirkwood Continuing Education Training CenterCedar Rapids -
Holiday Decoration Workshop
<p>Have a gorgeous display ready for any holiday or event! Learn basic techniques to plan and construct decorative items, costume elements, and integrated theme displays. You'll use commonly available materials and simple tools to bring your vision to life and to make your events memorable.</p> 2021-08-19 20:30:00 -05008/19/216:30 p.m.Kirkwood Continuing Education Training CenterCedar Rapids -
Holiday Decoration Workshop
<p>Have a gorgeous display ready for any holiday or event! Learn basic techniques to plan and construct decorative items, costume elements, and integrated theme displays. You'll use commonly available materials and simple tools to bring your vision to life and to make your events memorable.</p> 2021-08-26 20:30:00 -05008/26/216:30 p.m.Kirkwood Continuing Education Training CenterCedar Rapids -
Holiday Decoration Workshop
<p>Have a gorgeous display ready for any holiday or event! Learn basic techniques to plan and construct decorative items, costume elements, and integrated theme displays. You'll use commonly available materials and simple tools to bring your vision to life and to make your events memorable.</p> 2021-09-02 20:30:00 -05009/02/216:30 p.m.Kirkwood Continuing Education Training CenterCedar Rapids -
KICK Camp: Minecraft Redstone Engineers
<p>Take the next step beyond simply “playing” Minecraft, and become a true redstone engineer! Expand your redstone knowledge by constructing your own carnival with a variety of mini-games, roller coasters, and attractions powered by redstone. Learn how to use command and structure blocks to incorporate them into your builds. Activate your skills and take your Minecraft structures to the next level! Students must own a Java version of Minecraft to access their projects at home. Tablet, phone, and game console versions of Minecraft are not compatible. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Ages 12-15. 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> 2021-04-12 16:00:00 -05006/14/2112:30 p.m.Kirkwood Continuing Education Training CenterCedar Rapids -
Beginning Sailing for All Ages
<p>Learn the basic techniques needed to enjoy sailing. This course will allow you to understand sailing theory, learn sail boat parts and their function, and provide you with supervised "dry dock" sailing instruction. On-the-water sailing instruction will be scheduled as water conditions at Lake Macbride allow and is subject to joining the University of Iowa Sail Club. See website at www.iowasailing.org. Textbook required. 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> 2021-04-14 20:00:00 -05006/15/216:00 p.m.Kirkwood Continuing Education Training CenterCedar Rapids -
Creative Writing - Fiction Workshop
<p>Are you ready to share your fiction with a group of serious writers? Through this course, you will submit stories or chapters of stories, and the instructor and your classmates will give constructive feedback, criticism, suggestions, and support on your writing. Through this practical method, we will learn what makes a good story or novel. You will also learn to more critically read, discuss, and think about fiction writing while developing the tools and confidence to make yourself a better writer. 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> 2021-04-14 21:00:00 -05006/17/217:00 p.m.Kirkwood Continuing Education Training CenterCedar Rapids -
KICK Camp: Code Creators: Javascript Game Design
<p>Learn JavaScript by coding a Pong game, Fish game and Mario-style side scrolling game! You’ll use a free text editor (Sublime Text) and a free coding editor (IDLE) that can be downloaded to your own computer! You’ll even upload finished games live on the web to start your online portfolio. In the second week, you’ll participate in Game Design Competitions to win prizes and bragging rights! Coding has never been so fun! Ages 12-15. 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> 2021-04-14 12:00:00 -05006/21/218:30 a.m.Kirkwood Continuing Education Training CenterCedar Rapids -
Rocket Kart Racers: Design A Mario Kart Style Game
<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="64"><tbody><tr height="20"><td height="20" width="64">On your marks, get set, create! Blast off in making your first 3D Mario Kart® and Crash Team Racing® style game! Design your own tracks and customize your karts and characters. Using a professional 3D game development software, students will combine their creations into their own kart racing game that they can play with friends and family at home. Students can participate in eSports League races against other schools across the country with a chance to have their tracks featured in the Black Rocket master build of the game! Student projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Ages 8-11. 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.</td></tr></tbody></table> 2021-04-14 12:00:00 -05006/28/218:30 a.m.Kirkwood Continuing Education Training CenterCedar Rapids -
Rocket Kart Racers: Design A Mario Kart Style Game
<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="64"><tbody><tr height="20"><td height="20" width="64">On your marks, get set, create! Blast off in making your first 3D Mario Kart® and Crash Team Racing® style game! Design your own tracks and customize your karts and characters. Using a professional 3D game development software, students will combine their creations into their own kart racing game that they can play with friends and family at home. Students can participate in eSports League races against other schools across the country with a chance to have their tracks featured in the Black Rocket master build of the game! Student projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Ages 12-15. 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.</td></tr></tbody></table> 2021-04-14 16:00:00 -05006/28/2112:30 p.m.Kirkwood Continuing Education Training CenterCedar Rapids -
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KICK Camp: YouTube Content Creators
<p>Find your voice and leave your mark on the world! Whether you are six or sixty, it’s time to start a career as the next YouTube star. Explore the variety of content and personalities that exist on YouTube and how to find your own niche. Learn the Dos and Don’ts of the platform and how to practice good digital citizenship. Develop your on-camera presence, your own channel branding, and professional editing skills. Take home a plan for launching your own channel with the content created in class! Student projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Ages 8-11. 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> 2021-04-19 16:00:00 -05007/12/2112:30 p.m.Kirkwood Continuing Education Training CenterCedar Rapids -
KICK Camp: YouTube Content Creators
<p>Find your voice and leave your mark on the world! Whether you are six or sixty, it’s time to start a career as the next YouTube star. Explore the variety of content and personalities that exist on YouTube and how to find your own niche. Learn the Dos and Don’ts of the platform and how to practice good digital citizenship. Develop your on-camera presence, your own channel branding, and professional editing skills. Take home a plan for launching your own channel with the content created in class! Student projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Ages 12-15. 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> 2021-04-19 12:00:00 -05007/12/218:30 a.m.Kirkwood Continuing Education Training CenterCedar Rapids -
Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) with Prairiewoods
<p>Mindfulness is the power of mind to be deeply aware of what's happening—without commentary or interference. Research reveals numerous benefits to the nervous system, emotions and general sense of well-being. In the eight-week Mindfulness-Based Stress Reduction (MBSR) program via Zoom, we will cultivate the skill of mindfulness through formal meditation practices and informal integrative practices. Facilitator Chris Klug, a grief counselor and mindfulness teacher, has been an instructor in the Mindfulness Based Stress Reduction program at the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics since 2001. This series is co-sponsored by Prairiewoods and Cedar Memorial. It consists of a two-and-a-half-hour class each week for eight weeks (Tuesday evenings from June 1–July 20) and one extended six-hour Saturday class (July 10), all via Zoom. If you want to participate in this online eight-week series, please attend one of the information sessions (May 18 or 25). The information sessions are free, but the eight-week series costs $300 (a reduced fee because this class is being offered online). (Partial scholarships are available through Cedar Memorial.) For more information or to register for an information session, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p><p><br></p> 2017-01-13 18:30:00 -0600
5/18/215:30 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Order Local Foods with Field to Family's Online Farmers Market
<div data-block="true" data-editor="ap497" data-offset-key="88f29-0-0"><p>Field to Family’s contact-free Online Farmers Market is occurring weekly in Iowa City. Customers can shop seasonal produce, meat, dairy plant starts and value-added food and farm products from 35 enrolled vendors.</p></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="ap497" data-offset-key="3m9om-0-0"><p data-offset-key="3m9om-0-0">The order period is open between noon Tuesday and noon Wednesday weekly at <a href="https://orders.fieldtofamily.org/">orders.fieldtofamily.org.</a> Make sure you’re <a href="https://orders.fieldtofamily.org/Account/Register">registered as a customer</a> to get an alert when the next shopping period starts. </p><p>Customers will pick up their orders on Saturdays at the Johnson County Health and Human Services (HHS) parking ramp off S. Clinton Street in Iowa City. </p><p>Field to Family, the nonprofit running the virtual markets, aims to provide consumer education about seasonal eating and local foods and expand access to farm products from in the area.</p><p data-offset-key="3m9om-0-0"><br></p></div>
5/18/2112:00 p.m.Field to FamilyIowa City -
Order Local Foods with Field to Family's Online Farmers Market
<div data-block="true" data-editor="ap497" data-offset-key="88f29-0-0"><p>Field to Family’s contact-free Online Farmers Market is occurring weekly in Iowa City. Customers can shop seasonal produce, meat, dairy plant starts and value-added food and farm products from 35 enrolled vendors.</p></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="ap497" data-offset-key="3m9om-0-0"><p data-offset-key="3m9om-0-0">The order period is open between noon Tuesday and noon Wednesday weekly at <a href="https://orders.fieldtofamily.org/">orders.fieldtofamily.org.</a> Make sure you’re <a href="https://orders.fieldtofamily.org/Account/Register">registered as a customer</a> to get an alert when the next shopping period starts. </p><p>Customers will pick up their orders on Saturdays at the Johnson County Health and Human Services (HHS) parking ramp off S. Clinton Street in Iowa City. </p><p>Field to Family, the nonprofit running the virtual markets, aims to provide consumer education about seasonal eating and local foods and expand access to farm products from in the area.</p><p data-offset-key="3m9om-0-0"><br></p></div>
5/19/2112:00 p.m.Field to FamilyIowa City -
Early Stage Dementia Support Group
<p>Early Stage Support Groups benefit persons living with dementia by providing a platform to build a network of others sharing a similar experience; offer ways to solve common problems; talk through challenges and suggest ways to cope; create a safe space to share feelings, needs, and concerns; and learn about local resources. To determine whether a person living with dementia is fit for the group, a screening is required. This ensures the group meets the needs of its members. In order to participate in the group, each member must: have a diagnosis of Alzheimer’s disease or a related dementia, have mild memory loss or other mild symptoms due to dementia, acknowledge their diagnosis and related symptoms, be willing to participate in group discussions, be able to communicate their symptoms and experience, and have no other serious medical conditions or mental illness that could put anyone at risk. Group members and care partners must also recognize that membership in the group is temporary, as all persons with dementia will progress beyond the ability to participate. This group will meet monthly on the third Tuesday at 10:00 am beginning March 16, 2021, and it will run for six months. After six months, all members will be rescreened. Those still fit will be invited back to the group, while those who have progressed, and their caregivers, will be transitioned to more appropriate resources. New members will be accepted until May 2021. Anyone interested in joining or learning more about the group can reach out to Acacia Deadrick at (712) 454-5035 or aadeadrick@alz.org. </p> 2021-05-18 11:30:00 -05005/18/2110:00 a.m.Alzheimer's AssociationCedar Rapids -
Prayer Experience Series with Prairiewoods
<p>We are blessed with many ways to pray and reflect including songful prayer, contemplative prayer, visio divina, embodied prayer, silent prayer and guided meditation. Join Prairiewoods and facilitator Angie Pierce Jennings for this ongoing prayer series via Zoom and experience the joys of prayer and meditation together. Each Tuesday, join the Prayer Experience using the Zoom meeting link (https://zoom.us/j/739543244?pwd=QnBXZURsQnpuSFNFZG91ZkRoUVY3dz09). If prompted, enter meeting ID 739 543 244 and passcode 042717. A free-will offering will be accepted, and registration is not required. For more information, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2021-05-18 12:00:00 -0500
5/18/2111:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Singing Bowl Prayer at Prairiewoods
<p>Throughout history, singing bowls have been used around the world to foster meditation, relaxation, prayer and mind-body-spirit wellness. In this session via Zoom, facilitator Kathy Broghammer will lead us to let the resonant sounds of Himalayan and crystal singing bowls relax the entire body and create a pathway for clearer connection with the divine. We will be invited to just receive and breathe. The cost is $5 per session, and registration is required by noon on the day of the session. For more information or to register for the Zoom link, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2017-01-06 13:30:00 -0600
6/14/211:00 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Soul Care: Creative Arts Grief Support Group with Prairiewoods
<p>Take time to connect with others in grief and engage the creative spark. Jamie Siela and Kristine Shultis from Unity Point Hospice facilitate this monthly grief group open to anyone grieving loss through death. On the third Wednesday of each month, come together online to explore a different creative art medium. In May we will create peace flags, which are small but meaningful outlets for expressing our hopes, dreams and concerns to honor the sacred memories of our loved ones. Registration is required eight days in advance. We will meet online, and group art kits will be mailed one week prior to the session. This group is free and includes all art supplies. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2018-04-25 19:00:00 -0500
5/19/215:30 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Virtual Tech to Go: Helpful Keyboard Shortcuts and more
<p>The Library's Tech to Go service won't be rolling around the Cedar Rapids area yet but you can take one of its classes. Join us for a virtual class and get one-on-one help with the info covered.</p><p>A video tutorial will be posted to the Library's Facebook and Youtube Channel. Additionally, participants can sign-up for a one-on-one virtual session to answer specific questions. </p> 2021-05-07 14:15:00 -0500
5/20/212:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Bridges to Contemplative Living with Thomas Merton with Prairiewoods
<p>The practice of contemplative living helps us respond to everyday experiences with greater awareness of our connections with God and others. It becomes a positive force in our lives and provides direction for our journey, enabling us to embrace our truest selves. On these Thursday evenings with Prairiewoods via Zoom, facilitator Carole Butz guides us to explore the truths of human existence using the Bridges to Contemplative Living series, which includes excerpts from the writings of Thomas Merton and other authors. The process involves readings, reflections and contemplative dialogue. The cost is $5 per session, and registration is appreciated. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2021-04-18 20:00:00 -0500
5/20/216:30 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
In-Person Nature & Forest Therapy Experience at Prairiewoods
<p>We invite you to join the land at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) and certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide Emelia Sautter for a slow, three-hour walk with the natural world. Experience Forest Therapy, a sensory-focused practice that invites us to slow down and be present with self and the natural world around us. According to the Association of Nature and Forest Therapy, “Forest Therapy is a practice that supports health and wellness through guided immersion in forests and other environments to promote the well-being of both people and the land. It is inspired by Shinrin-yoku, the Japanese practice of ‘Forest Bathing.’” Much research has been done on the healing and therapeutic benefits of Forest Therapy. Hundreds of clinical and non-clinical studies show numerous positive effects including reductions in stress, anxiety, depression, mental fatigue, anger and pain. Improvements include better cognitive functioning, sleep, mood, confidence and creativity. Time with our nature kin also boosts our immune system, regulates blood pressure, improves relationships, increases feelings of gratitude and much more. Please dress for being outdoors the entire time and bring a water bottle. The cost is $35, and registration is required by noon three days before the session. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2021-04-17 16:00:00 -0500
5/21/211:00 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Reaching In & Reaching Out: Our Call to Ecological Relationship
<p>In today's world of isolation, we feel a call in our hearts to create connections of love and hope. Join us as we deepen our relationship with the Creator and all of creation in a day of discovery, play, reflection and inspiration. This three-hour program via Zoom will include online prayer and discussion, and offline reflecting, including an invitation to interact with nature in your own environment. This is a collaborative event with Marywood Franciscan Spirituality Center in Arbor Vitae, Wisconsin; Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center in Hiawatha, Iowa; and the Franciscan Spirituality Center in La Crosse, Wisconsin. The cost is $5, and all proceeds will be donated to Catholic Climate Covenant. Learn more and register at https://fsc.retreatportal.com/events.</p> 2021-04-17 12:00:00 -0500
5/22/219:00 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
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Order Local Foods with Field to Family's Online Farmers Market
<div data-block="true" data-editor="ap497" data-offset-key="88f29-0-0"><p>Field to Family’s contact-free Online Farmers Market is occurring weekly in Iowa City. Customers can shop seasonal produce, meat, dairy plant starts and value-added food and farm products from 35 enrolled vendors.</p></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="ap497" data-offset-key="3m9om-0-0"><p data-offset-key="3m9om-0-0">The order period is open between noon Tuesday and noon Wednesday weekly at <a href="https://orders.fieldtofamily.org/">orders.fieldtofamily.org.</a> Make sure you’re <a href="https://orders.fieldtofamily.org/Account/Register">registered as a customer</a> to get an alert when the next shopping period starts. </p><p>Customers will pick up their orders on Saturdays at the Johnson County Health and Human Services (HHS) parking ramp off S. Clinton Street in Iowa City. </p><p>Field to Family, the nonprofit running the virtual markets, aims to provide consumer education about seasonal eating and local foods and expand access to farm products from in the area.</p><p data-offset-key="3m9om-0-0"><br></p></div>
5/25/2112:00 p.m.Field to FamilyIowa City -
Release & Renew: Vibrational Sound Healing Blessing & Labyrinth Walk at Prairiewoods
<p>Let go of sorrow and heaviness and venture into the new life of hope this season brings. Join facilitators Kathy Broghammer and Catherine Quehl-Engle for this outdoor event at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Together we will bring together the healing tones and vibrations of singing bowls and the meditative practice of walking the labyrinth for an afternoon of spring healing. Masks and social distancing are required for the wellbeing of all. Please meet at the outdoor labyrinth. A free-will offering will be accepted, and registration is required by Friday at noon. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2021-04-17 16:00:00 -0500
5/23/211:00 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Order Local Foods with Field to Family's Online Farmers Market
<div data-block="true" data-editor="ap497" data-offset-key="88f29-0-0"><p>Field to Family’s contact-free Online Farmers Market is occurring weekly in Iowa City. Customers can shop seasonal produce, meat, dairy plant starts and value-added food and farm products from 35 enrolled vendors.</p></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="ap497" data-offset-key="3m9om-0-0"><p data-offset-key="3m9om-0-0">The order period is open between noon Tuesday and noon Wednesday weekly at <a href="https://orders.fieldtofamily.org/">orders.fieldtofamily.org.</a> Make sure you’re <a href="https://orders.fieldtofamily.org/Account/Register">registered as a customer</a> to get an alert when the next shopping period starts. </p><p>Customers will pick up their orders on Saturdays at the Johnson County Health and Human Services (HHS) parking ramp off S. Clinton Street in Iowa City. </p><p>Field to Family, the nonprofit running the virtual markets, aims to provide consumer education about seasonal eating and local foods and expand access to farm products from in the area.</p><p data-offset-key="3m9om-0-0"><br></p></div>
5/26/2112:00 p.m.Field to FamilyIowa City -
Home Buying 101
<p>This class is designed to take the mystery out of the home buying experience with information perfect for both the first time buyer as well as for the person who would like a refresher course. Learn what you can afford, how mortgages work, what determines your mortgage payment, and the whole process from shopping to closing. Bring your concerns and unanswered questions to this home buying seminar. It’s the most helpful, pressure-free time you’ll spend on this important decision. A local lender, who specializes in first time home buyer education, will walk you step-by-step through the entire process.</p> 2021-04-09 21:00:00 -05008/19/216:00 p.m.Kirkwood Linn County Regional CenterHiawatha -
KICK Camp: Minecraft Modders
<p>Use your favorite game to learn the basics of modding and foundations of programming. Learn scripting and logic statements as you create your first mods! Introductory coding will also be taught through a simulated environment inspired by Minecraft. Student projects will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Students must own a Java version of Minecraft to take this class. Tablet, phone, and game console versions of Minecraft are not compatible. Students will work in pairs or teams for most of the program. Returning students can create more advanced projects that build on previous years. Ages 12-15 </p> 2021-04-15 12:00:00 -05006/28/218:30 a.m.Kirkwood Center for Lifelong LearningCedar Rapids -
KICK Camp: Medieval Machinery Masters (ZOOM)
<p>Can you protect your kingdom from mass take over? Explore the different types of castles and machinery of medieval times and engineer your very own catapult. We’ll also dive into the physics of projectiles, and the effect that mass has on a projectile. Ages 10-15. </p> 2021-04-15 10:30:00 -05006/28/218:30 a.m.Kirkwood Center for Lifelong LearningCedar Rapids