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3712 Cedar Heights Drive , Cedar Falls2119 East Kimberly Road, Bettendorf
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Stitches for Hope Quilt Sale
<p>Finish your holiday shopping while supporting a great cause! The Stitches for Hope quilt sale will have <strong>more than 800 unique and locally made quilts</strong> perfect for anyone on your gift giving list.</p><p><br></p><p>Proceeds benefit the <strong>Catherine McAuley Center</strong>'s mission to offer <strong>hope and opportunity</strong> through educational and supportive services that promote stability, skill-building, and connection.</p> 2019-10-30 15:00:00 -0500
12/07/1910:00 a.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
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Guided Meditation at the Grant Wood Studio: Reflect, Recharge, Revel
<p>As 2019 winds to a close we’ll gather to pause and reminisce. What blessings did the year present? How did they help you to unwrap the gift of life that sits within you? How will you choose to share that gift with others?</p><p>Noelle Holmes of Illuminations Healing Arts Center will lead you through this guided meditation, perfect for anyone from beginners to experienced meditators. Must register at least 24hrs prior to session. Contact Education Director Erin Thomas at <a href="mailto:ethomas@crma.org">ethomas@crma.org</a> or 319.366.7503 ext. 203 to register. This program is for ages 13 and up. Fee: $10 payable to Noelle Holmes.</p> 2019-08-26 19:00:00 -0500
12/12/196:00 p.m.Grant Wood StudioCedar Rapids -
Meet the Author: Erin Casey
<p>The second book in The Purple Door District is coming LIVE to M and M Bookstore on December 14. Help us launch Erin's book into the world!<br><br>About Erin Casey<br>Erin graduated from Cornell College in 2009 with degrees in English and Secondary Education. She decided to expand upon her teaching knowledge by leading writing sessions at first for the Iowa Writers' House and now for The Writers' Rooms. <br><br>She attended the Denver Publishing Institute in 2009 and has been a recruiter ever since. She is the Communications and Student Relationships Manager at The Iowa Writers' House and one of two Directors of The Writers' Rooms. She writes children's poetry and stories for Whimsical Whiskers and volunteers at RARE, a raptor rescue center. <br><br>She's also a devoted bird mom. <br><br>When not volunteering and working, she's writing her LGBT YA fantasy story, posting urban and regular fantasy on Wattpad, and sharing her literary journey on Instagram. <br><br>She released her first book, The Purple Door District, in December 2018. Her next book, Wolf Pit, is set to come out December 2019. </p> 2019-11-28 13:00:00 -0600
12/14/1911:00 a.m.M & M BookstoreCedar Rapids -
Pied Piper
<p>Orchestra Iowa School presents the next in its Pied Piper series of free educational, kid friendly and fun musical performances. This performance features the Orchestra Iowa Percussion Ensemble.</p> 2019-10-30 10:00:00 -0500
2/14/209:30 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Pied Piper
<p>Orchestra Iowa School presents the next in its Pied Piper series of free educational, kid friendly and fun musical performances. This performance features the Orchestra Iowa Percussion Ensemble.</p> 2019-10-30 11:00:00 -0500
2/14/2010:30 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Pied Piper
<p>Orchestra Iowa School presents the next in its Pied Piper series of free educational, kid friendly and fun musical performances. This performance features the Orchestra Iowa Percussion Ensemble.</p> 2019-10-30 11:00:00 -0500
2/15/2010:30 a.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
Pied Piper
<p>Orchestra Iowa School presents the next in its Pied Piper series of free educational, kid friendly and fun musical performances. This performance features the Orchestra Iowa Woodwind Quintet.</p> 2019-11-12 11:00:00 -0600
4/16/2010:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Pied Piper
<p>Orchestra Iowa School presents the next in its Pied Piper series of free educational, kid friendly and fun musical performances. This performance features the Orchestra Iowa Woodwind Quintet.</p> 2019-11-12 12:15:00 -06004/16/2011:45 a.m.North Liberty Public LibraryNorth Liberty -
Pied Piper
<p>Orchestra Iowa School presents the next in its Pied Piper series of free educational, kid friendly and fun musical performances. This performance features the Orchestra Iowa Woodwind Quintet.</p> 2019-11-12 10:00:00 -0600
4/17/209:30 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Pied Piper
<p>Orchestra Iowa School presents the next in its Pied Piper series of free educational, kid friendly and fun musical performances. This performance features the Orchestra Iowa Woodwind Quintet.</p> 2019-11-12 11:00:00 -0600
4/17/2010:30 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Pied Piper
<p>Orchestra Iowa School presents the next in its Pied Piper series of free educational, kid friendly and fun musical performances. This performance features the Orchestra Iowa Woodwind Quintet.</p> 2019-11-12 11:00:00 -0600
4/18/2010:30 a.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
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Pied Piper
<p>Orchestra Iowa School presents the next in its Pied Piper series of free educational, kid friendly and fun musical performances. This performance features the Orchestra Iowa Brass Quintet.</p> 2019-11-15 11:00:00 -06005/07/2010:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Pied Piper
<p>Orchestra Iowa School presents the next in its Pied Piper series of free educational, kid friendly and fun musical performances. This performance features the Orchestra Iowa Brass Quintet.</p> 2019-11-15 12:15:00 -06005/07/2011:45 a.m.North Liberty Community LibraryNorth Liberty -
Pied Piper
<p>Orchestra Iowa School presents the next in its Pied Piper series of free educational, kid friendly and fun musical performances. This performance features the Orchestra Iowa Brass Quintet.</p> 2019-11-15 10:00:00 -06005/08/209:30 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public Library (Whipple Auditorium)Cedar Rapids, Iowa -
Pied Piper
<p>Orchestra Iowa School presents the next in its Pied Piper series of free educational, kid friendly and fun musical performances. This performance features the Orchestra Iowa Brass Quintet.</p> 2019-11-15 11:00:00 -06005/08/2010:30 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public Library (Whipple Auditorium)Cedar Rapids, Iowa -
Pied Piper
<p>Orchestra Iowa School presents the next in its Pied Piper series of free educational, kid friendly and fun musical performances. This performance features the Orchestra Iowa Brass Quintet.</p> 2019-11-15 11:00:00 -0600
5/09/2010:30 a.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
Pied Piper
<p>Orchestra Iowa School presents the next performance in its Pied Piper series of musical, educational and fun activities for children age toddler through pre-school. This performance features the Orchestra Iowa percussion ensemble.</p> 2019-10-30 12:15:00 -0500
2/13/2011:45 a.m.North Liberty Public LibraryNorth Liberty -
Our Woodland Legacy Symposium
<p>Trees Forever, the City of Cedar Rapids and the Holloway Environmental Trust announce Dr. George Hess with North Carolina State University’s Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources will be the keynote speaker at Our Woodland Legacy Symposium.</p><p><br></p><p>The symposium is on Thursday, December 12, from 8:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the Cedar Rapids Country Club, located at 550 27th St. Dr. SE.</p><p>This event brings together municipal and county leaders, business leaders, educators, engineers, developers, planners, architects, conservationists and activist citizens. Together we explore sustainable community development, considering the impact of trees and other green infrastructure on our local communities’ livability, economy, wellness, and our children’s ability to learn and thrive. </p><p> </p><p><strong>Keynote Speech: Bringing Open Spaces to our Urban Lives</strong></p><h5>George Hess, Ph.D., North Carolina State Department of Forestry and Environmental Resources</h5><p>Natural areas and green spaces in cities support healthy cultures, people, and environments. Our challenge is to reach “beyond the choir” and connect the dots in compelling and inclusive ways that bring everyone on board with the need to conserve nature in the city. Why? Because green spaces help protect clean water and natural habitats, provide opportunities for local farms and food, connect people with nature, and support public health and economic vitality. Dr. Hess will summarize research that supports these benefits, share initiatives that spread the message of conservation to the non-conservation communities, and review practices that make it work. </p><p><br></p> 2019-11-27 16:00:00 -0600
12/12/198:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Country ClubCedar Rapids -
'Rising Together: Protest in Print'
<p>This exhibit features artist books, prints, and zines with social justice themes drawn from the University of Iowa Special Collections and the <a href="http://www.collegebookart.org/" target="_blank">College Book Art Association</a> (CBAA) juried traveling exhibition <em>Rising Together</em>.</p><p>Through contemporary and historical examples, the exhibit demonstrates how artist books, zines, and prints give activism a visual voice and can serve as powerful agents in effecting positive social change on issues encompassing power, politics, war, immigration, the environment and more. Featured items include a wide range of editioned or one-of-a-kind book art and print activity–editioned artist books, sculptural bookworks, altered books, chapbooks, broadsides, protest signs, zines.</p><p>In addition to rare items from the University of Iowa's Special Collections, many contemporary artists, presses and collectives are represented in the CBAA portion of the show.</p><p><strong><em>Check Main Library Gallery hours of operation here: </em></strong><strong><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/" target="_blank">https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/</a> <em>Weekend hours are shortened.</em></strong></p><p><strong>The Main Library Gallery is located on the 1st Floor of the University of Iowa's Main Library. (Toward the north side of the building.)</strong></p> 2019-12-06 18:00:00 -0600
12/06/199:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
Positive Solutions for Families by TIES
<p><em>A 6 session series held by the TIES program for parents, with children ages 5 and under, designed to help foster positive & effective parenting techniques in order to promote children’s social & emotional development & address challenging behaviors. </em></p><p><em>Practical tips for with challenging behavior, including…</em></p><ul><li><em>How to make a connection</em></li><li><em>Understanding behavior</em></li><li><em>Emotional literacy</em></li></ul><p><em>& so much more!</em></p><p><em>MUST RSVP to TIES at 319-558-4861 or sara.nightingale@unitypoint.org.</em></p> 2019-12-06 12:30:00 -0600
12/06/1911:30 a.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Digital Media Lab Help
<p>Want to get some help starting a digital media project like scanning photos, editing a video, or converting a VHS? A staff member can help you get started with a project, troubleshoot hardware, or give you an orientation to the room. Stop in to get creative! </p> 2019-12-06 21:00:00 -0600
12/06/194:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Saturday Soul-Stretch for Lovers of Embodied Spirituality at Prairiewoods
<p>Wake up! Wake up! The weekend is here. Saturday Soul-Stretch will get us out of bed and back into our full-spectrum humanity! Come to Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) once a month to de-stress, reconnect and sink deeply into the present moment. A hot breakfast starts the day, followed by gentle tai chi movement and a sitting meditation to foster deep relaxation. Once we’re relaxed and engaged, we’ll sip aromatic tea and enter into a whole new realm of exploration with a different spiritual modality each month, such as working with dreams, journaling, mandalas, labyrinths, breath-exercise, sounding, centering prayer, poetry for the soul, singing bowl meditation or drumming. To cap off the morning’s spiritual workout, we’ll enjoy a mindfulness walk out in the beauty of Prairiewoods’ 70 acres of prairie grasses, trees, streams and gardens, with only the owls, squirrels, turkeys and deer as our companion-guides. Finally, we’ll return to the Center for a delicious lunch, and leave happy and refreshed! The cost is $50 and includes breakfast and lunch. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2018-01-09 13:00:00 -0600
12/07/198:00 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
'Rising Together: Protest in Print'
<p>This exhibit features artist books, prints, and zines with social justice themes drawn from the University of Iowa Special Collections and the <a href="http://www.collegebookart.org/" target="_blank">College Book Art Association</a> (CBAA) juried traveling exhibition <em>Rising Together</em>.</p><p>Through contemporary and historical examples, the exhibit demonstrates how artist books, zines, and prints give activism a visual voice and can serve as powerful agents in effecting positive social change on issues encompassing power, politics, war, immigration, the environment and more. Featured items include a wide range of editioned or one-of-a-kind book art and print activity–editioned artist books, sculptural bookworks, altered books, chapbooks, broadsides, protest signs, zines.</p><p>In addition to rare items from the University of Iowa's Special Collections, many contemporary artists, presses and collectives are represented in the CBAA portion of the show.</p><p><strong><em>Check Main Library Gallery hours of operation here: </em></strong><strong><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/" target="_blank">https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/</a> <em>Weekend hours are shortened.</em></strong></p><p><strong>The Main Library Gallery is located on the 1st Floor of the University of Iowa's Main Library. (Toward the north side of the building.)</strong></p> 2019-12-07 18:00:00 -0600
12/07/199:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa 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 -
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Teen Writing Workshop
<p>What is the Literary Kiosk? The Literary Kiosk is an amazing machine that spits out flash fiction, poetry, and short essays at the push of a button. It lives in the public library and anyone can access it. It’s like an arcade game for reading (SPOILER: there are no losers)!</p><p>How can you get YOUR writing in this incredible device?</p><p>Come to the teens (grades 7-12) Literary Kiosk writing workshop! Hosted by two University of Iowa students, the workshop will help you turn your literary ambitions into 8,000-character submissions.</p><p>Join Sarah Weeks and Ajla Dizdarevic on 12/7 from 1-2 pm for generative writing exercises and on-the-spot work-shopping. Bring your favorite writing medium—pens, pencils, papers, or laptops—and be ready to write. You can also bring a finished 8,000-character submission!</p><p>Once your piece is ready, you can submit it for publication in the Literary Kiosk—and your friends & family can press the button and hope it pops out! Help us showcase the local writing talent in our city. Join us!</p><p>For more information, contact Sarah and Ajla at <a href="mailto:sarah-weeks@uiowa.edu">sarah-weeks@uiowa.edu</a> and <a href="mailto:ajla-dizdarevic@uiowa.edu">ajla-dizdarevic@uiowa.edu</a>.</p><p>This event is cosponsored by The Iowa City Public Library, the University of Iowa Libraries, the UI Dept of Rhetoric and the UNESCO City of Literature. This event is for teens in grades 7-12 only.</p> 2019-11-26 14:00:00 -0600
12/07/191:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
'Rising Together: Protest in Print'
<p>This exhibit features artist books, prints, and zines with social justice themes drawn from the University of Iowa Special Collections and the <a href="http://www.collegebookart.org/" target="_blank">College Book Art Association</a> (CBAA) juried traveling exhibition <em>Rising Together</em>.</p><p>Through contemporary and historical examples, the exhibit demonstrates how artist books, zines, and prints give activism a visual voice and can serve as powerful agents in effecting positive social change on issues encompassing power, politics, war, immigration, the environment and more. Featured items include a wide range of editioned or one-of-a-kind book art and print activity–editioned artist books, sculptural bookworks, altered books, chapbooks, broadsides, protest signs, zines.</p><p>In addition to rare items from the University of Iowa's Special Collections, many contemporary artists, presses and collectives are represented in the CBAA portion of the show.</p><p><strong><em>Check Main Library Gallery hours of operation here: </em></strong><strong><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/" target="_blank">https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/</a> <em>Weekend hours are shortened.</em></strong></p><p><strong>The Main Library Gallery is located on the 1st Floor of the University of Iowa's Main Library. (Toward the north side of the building.)</strong></p> 2019-12-08 18:00:00 -0600
12/08/199:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
Digital Media Lab Help
<p>Want to get some help starting a digital media project like scanning photos, editing a video, or converting a VHS? A staff member can help you get started with a project, troubleshoot hardware, or give you an orientation to the room. Stop in to get creative! </p> 2019-12-08 17:00:00 -0600
12/08/1912:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
'Rising Together: Protest in Print'
<p>This exhibit features artist books, prints, and zines with social justice themes drawn from the University of Iowa Special Collections and the <a href="http://www.collegebookart.org/" target="_blank">College Book Art Association</a> (CBAA) juried traveling exhibition <em>Rising Together</em>.</p><p>Through contemporary and historical examples, the exhibit demonstrates how artist books, zines, and prints give activism a visual voice and can serve as powerful agents in effecting positive social change on issues encompassing power, politics, war, immigration, the environment and more. Featured items include a wide range of editioned or one-of-a-kind book art and print activity–editioned artist books, sculptural bookworks, altered books, chapbooks, broadsides, protest signs, zines.</p><p>In addition to rare items from the University of Iowa's Special Collections, many contemporary artists, presses and collectives are represented in the CBAA portion of the show.</p><p><strong><em>Check Main Library Gallery hours of operation here: </em></strong><strong><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/" target="_blank">https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/</a> <em>Weekend hours are shortened.</em></strong></p><p><strong>The Main Library Gallery is located on the 1st Floor of the University of Iowa's Main Library. (Toward the north side of the building.)</strong></p> 2019-12-09 18:00:00 -0600
12/09/199:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
Beginner Beekeeping Series
<p>Join us for Iowa’s premier beekeeping class! This eight-session, year-long series is designed for individuals serious about keeping bees. It will take the participant through the annual cycle of beekeeping from establishing a hive to harvesting and marketing the honey produced. You will gain valuable hands-on experience by working in the Indian Creek Nature Center Educational Apiary, or your own hives! Participants must register online (no walk-ups will be accepted), and must be in attendance at this first class. Classes fill quickly! For more information (including class dates) and to register by January 31st, please visit the Nature Center’s website. M $90; NM $100</p> 2019-11-06 20:30:00 -0600
2/07/206:00 p.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
Becoming “Comfortable” in the Outdoors
<p dir="ltr">Do you have questions, concerns or fears keeping you or your family from getting out and enjoying nature? Our Education Team will address some of the basic concerns we see in our program participants such as poisonous plants, bugs and ticks, snakes, as well as, dressing for the weather and outdoor activities in different seasons. We’ll discuss strategies used to facilitate outdoor activities safely for yourself or for your friends, family and/or special children in your life. Dress for both indoor and outdoor activities as we plan to spend part of our time enjoying the outdoors M $5, NM $10</p> 2019-11-06 19:30:00 -06002/26/206:00 p.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids