Search for great things to do
Browse through hundreds of events in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and the rest of Eastern Iowa
Displaying
30
of
172
events in Eastern Iowa
-
5475 Dyer Ave, Marion2140 Norcor Ave, Ste D, North Liberty
-
Family Fort Night
<p>Kids, do you like to build forts at home with blankets, pillows, and other supplies? Caregivers, do you like to help? Wouldn't it be extra cool to build that fort inside Hiawatha Public Library and then cozy up with a good book? Here is your chance.</p><p>Please bring the supplies you need to build your family fort. Pizza and drinks will be served to kick off the night.</p><p>Registration begins February 3 and is required <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/family-fort-night-tickets-512234405897"><strong>here</strong></a>.</p> 2023-01-19 19:30:00 -0600
3/03/235:30 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
-
Family Story Time
<p>Pajamas or not, everyone is welcome to this evening story time that will help wind the family down for the night.</p> 2023-02-06 19:00:00 -0600
2/06/236:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Family Story Time
<p>Pajamas or not, everyone is welcome to this evening story time that will help wind the family down for the night.</p> 2023-02-13 19:00:00 -0600
2/13/236:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Family Story Time
<p>Pajamas or not, everyone is welcome to this evening story time that will help wind the family down for the night.</p> 2023-02-20 19:00:00 -0600
2/20/236:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Family History Help and Resources
<p>Many free-to-use FamilySearch Premium websites, and eager volunteers to help in your family history searches. Enter at the back NW door.</p> 2022-12-27 21:00:00 -06002/02/236:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids FamilySearch CenterCedar Rapids -
Family History Help and Resources
<p>Many free-to-use FamilySearch Premium websites and eager volunteers to help in your family history searches. Enter at the back, northwest door.</p> 2023-01-03 13:00:00 -06002/04/2310:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids FamilySearch CenterCedar Rapids -
Family History Help and Resources
<p>Many free-to-use FamilySearch Premium websites, and eager volunteers to help in your family history searches. Enter at the back NW door.</p> 2023-01-11 13:00:00 -06001/31/2310:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids FamilySearch CenterCedar Rapids -
Rock Mandala Painting for the Whole Family at Prairiewoods
<p>Spend a few hours creating art with your favorite people! Join facilitator Andi Lewis at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) for a fun time together as we learn the art of rock painting with mandalas, which are sacred works of art in the form of a circle. Using smooth stones, paints and fine dotting tools, we will make beautiful, detailed mandalas. This is a fun, relaxing process that can be done by anyone, regardless of age. We will have time to paint several rocks and will be encouraged to take one rock home and leave one as a secret gift for a stranger to find. No experience or artistic skill is necessary, but kids 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult. (It is ideal for ages 10 and older.) This program usually fills up early, so register today! Everyone attending must register individually. The cost is $13 and includes rocks and all art supplies. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700</p> 2022-12-10 12:00:00 -0600
2/18/2310:00 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Free Family History Help and Rescources
<p>Free access to Premium Subscription Websites such as MyHeritage. Enter at the back NW door.</p> 2023-01-18 13:00:00 -06002/08/2310:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids FamilySearch CenterCedar Rapids -
Free Family History Help and Resources
<p>Free access to Premium Subscription Websites such as Ancestry. Enter at the back northwest door.</p> 2023-01-18 13:00:00 -06002/07/2310:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids FamilySearch CenterCedar Rapids -
Free Family History Help and Resources
<p>Free access to Premium Subscription Websites such as Puzzle. Enter at the back northwest door.</p> 2023-01-18 13:00:00 -06002/09/2310:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids FamilySearch CenterCedar Rapids -
-
Family Night at the Eastern Iowa Observatory
<p>Cedar Amateur Astronomers present "Sun Dog Saturday" a family event at the Eastern Iowa Observatory and Learning Center. Admission is free, and sign up for the free drawing to win a telescope or binoculars!</p><p>Join us for an evening of snacks, drinks, and astronomy. Starting at 6 PM the whole family will enjoy our fun, astronomy-based activities. Tour our many displays and hands-on exhibits and chat with our astronomy members. Then at 8 PM, local NASA/JPL Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown will give a presentation for all ages entitled: "Comets - vagabonds of the solar system."</p><p>Comets are exotic icy travelers from the far reaches of our Solar System. Mark will discuss what comets are made of and why they behave the way they do. Come and see the makings of a comet brought to life in this presentation. This is an exciting and engaging program where participants can see, touch, and hold a “living” model of a homemade comet nucleus. </p><p>Mark Brown is a NASA JPL Solar System Ambassador volunteer who actively conducts educational outreach across eastern and northern Iowa. He holds a bachelor's degree in geology from Wright State University and a master's degree in astronomy from Swinburne University of Technology. He is an experienced astronomer and astrophotographer who enjoys imaging the night sky through his telescopes and cameras and is passionate about conducting educational public outreach, bringing astronomy concepts to the human level of understanding. For Mark, the darkness and beauty of the night sky bring light to his day. </p><p>Weather permitting, we will end the night with some magnificent views of our Iowa night skies through several of our large telescopes!</p> 2023-01-11 21:00:00 -0600
4/22/236:00 p.m.Eastern Iowa Observatory and Learning CenterEly -
Wednesday Afternoon Caregiver Coffee
<p>A group for all caregivers who are providing support to share their story, was well as listen and learn as they connect with others. No registration required. To join via Zoom call 888-788-0099. Meeting ID: 853 4860 0074. Passcode: 655337</p> 2023-01-23 15:00:00 -0600
2/01/231:30 p.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
Conversations for Couples
<p>A monthly group for couples with one partner living with dementia to socialize, share and connect with other couples. Light refreshments will be served. Registration required by February 14 if attending in person. To join via Zoom: Call 888-788-0099. Meeting ID: 810 9997 4135. Passcode: 070794.</p><p><br></p> 2023-01-23 18:30:00 -0600
2/16/235:00 p.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
Wednesday Afternoon Caregiver Coffee
<p>A group for all caregivers who are providing support to share their story, as well as listen and learn as they connect with others. No registration required. To join Zoom: call 888-788-0099. Meeting ID: 853 4860 0074. Passcode:655337.</p> 2023-01-23 15:00:00 -06002/15/231:30 p.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
Women's Caregiver Coffee
<p>A support group for female caregivers. Share your story, network with other female caregivers and learn caregiving tips. No registration required. To join via Zoom: Call 888-788-0099. Meeting ID: 849 0144 0732. Passcode: 424684 </p> 2023-01-23 15:00:00 -0600
2/28/231:30 p.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
Men's Caregiver Coffee
<p>A group for male caregivers to share their story, learn caregiving tips and network with others. To join via Zoom: Call 888-788-0099. Meeting ID: 871 1618 4852. Passcode: 811909.</p> 2023-01-19 10:00:00 -0600
2/07/238:00 a.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
Men's Caregiver Coffee
<p>A group for male caregivers to share their story, learn caregiving tips and network with others. To join via Zoom: Call 888-788-0099. Meeting ID: 871 1618 4852. Passcode: 811909.</p> 2023-02-14 10:00:00 -0600
2/14/238:00 a.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
Men's Caregiver Coffee
<p>A group for male caregivers to share their story, learn caregiving tips and network with others. To join via Zoom: Call 888-788-0099. Meeting ID: 871 1618 4852. Passcode: 811909.</p> 2023-02-21 10:00:00 -0600
2/21/238:00 a.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
Men's Caregiver Coffee
<p>A group for male caregivers to share their story, learn caregiving tips and network with others. To join via Zoom: Call 888-788-0099. Meeting ID: 871 1618 4852. Passcode: 811909.</p> 2023-02-28 10:00:00 -0600
2/28/238:00 a.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
Candy Bar Bingo!
<p><strong>Join us for Candy Bar Bingo!!</strong></p><p><strong>FREE to play, FREE popcorn. </strong></p><p>We play for fun and sweets!</p><p>Everyone is welcome - bring a friend!</p> 2023-01-24 14:00:00 -0600
2/05/231:00 p.m.Lutheran Church of the ResurrectionMarion -
PJ Storytime:Pajama Party at Grant Wood’s House!, Free
<p>PJ Storytime:Pajama Party at Grant Wood’s House!, Free<br>Feb 16, 2023, 7:00 PM – 8:00 PM<br><br>Help us celebrate Grant Wood’s birthday with a pajama party at his place. Meet us at the Grant Wood Studio at 7pm, just a few blocks from the CRMA, for some stories, a silly game, and an art project to take home. Wear your PJ’s and bring a stuffed friend to cuddle with. All ages are welcome but book selection is ideal for ages 4-7.</p>
2/16/237:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
BINGO!
<p>You won't want to miss out on the fun! The Friends of the Ely Public Library will be hosting another BINGO fundraiser at the Ely Legion! Doors open at 6:30pm and cards are $1. </p> 2022-09-15 21:00:00 -0500
2/10/237:00 p.m.Ely American Legion HallEly -
BINGO!
<p>You won't want to miss out on the fun! The Friends of the Ely Public Library will be hosting another BINGO fundraiser at the Ely Legion! Doors open at 6:30pm and cards are $1. </p> 2022-09-15 21:00:00 -0500
3/10/237:00 p.m.Ely American Legion HallEly -
-
BINGO!
<p>You won't want to miss out on the fun! The Friends of the Ely Public Library will be hosting another BINGO fundraiser at the Ely Legion! Doors open at 6:30pm and cards are $1. </p> 2022-09-15 21:00:00 -0500
4/14/237:00 p.m.Ely American Legion HallEly -
LEGO Time
<p>Make your way to the library after school for some fun LEGO action!</p> 2023-02-13 17:30:00 -0600
2/13/234:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Marion ICE
<p>Come out for some winter fun! Watch a live ice-sculpting demo from 4-7 p.m., plus enjoy some cold weather friendly games in the park. There will be plenty of photo ops with the lit-up sculptures, including Valentine’s and Super Bowl themed creations. Before or after you stop by the park, be sure to visit Uptown Marion for a bite to eat.</p> 2023-01-19 19:00:00 -0600
2/11/234:00 p.m.Marion Square City ParkMarion -
Spring Break Camps at The ICM
<p>When school is out, it’s time to play! Our camps are designed to nurture a love of learning through interactive activities led by skilled museum educators. With a range of themes to choose from, there’s something for every child’s interests.</p><p> <strong>Monday, March 13, 2023 - Play Palooza</strong></p><p>This “camper’s choice” play session will allow kids to choose how they want to play. Because the museum is closed to the public on Mondays, we’ll have the whole museum to ourselves for supervised free play and special activities. This is a great session for sibling and friend groups to sign up together!</p><p><strong>Tuesday, March 14, 2023 - Cardboard Bakery</strong></p><p>This camp is for the crafty kiddo who likes to work with their hands! Children will use their senses to explore different ingredients through measuring and mixing. They will also craft a cardboard cookie plate filled with cookies that they can continue to play with at home!</p><p><strong>Wednesday, March 15, 2023 - Tech Explorers 1</strong></p><p>Is your kiddo interested in all things tech? Sign them up for Tech Explorers Camp, where we will have fun with a variety of programmable robots, 3d printing, and other technology basics. We carefully create these workshops to suit children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade, combining hands-on technologies and unplugged activities for a fun introduction to tech concepts. These sessions also include exhibit exploration time.</p><p><strong>Thursday, March 16, 2023 - Kinder Adventures</strong></p><p>This camp is perfect for littles who love storytelling, art-making, dramatic play, or just want to have some fun in our imaginative space! We will play movement games, sing songs, and get creative with paint, cardboard, and playdoh. Dress for mess!</p><p><strong>Friday, March 17, 2023 - Tech Explorers 2</strong></p><p>Is your kiddo interested in all things tech? Sign them up for Tech Explorers Camp, where we will have fun with a variety of programmable robots, 3d printing, and other technology basics. We carefully create these workshops to suit children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade, combining hands-on technologies and unplugged activities for a fun introduction to tech concepts. These sessions also include exhibit exploration time.</p><p><br></p><p>Registration is required. </p>
3/13/2312:00 a.m.The Iowa Children's MuseumCoralville -
Spring Break Camps at The ICM
<p>When school is out, it’s time to play! Our camps are designed to nurture a love of learning through interactive activities led by skilled museum educators. With a range of themes to choose from, there’s something for every child’s interests.</p><p> <strong>Monday, March 13, 2023 - Play Palooza</strong></p><p>This “camper’s choice” play session will allow kids to choose how they want to play. Because the museum is closed to the public on Mondays, we’ll have the whole museum to ourselves for supervised free play and special activities. This is a great session for sibling and friend groups to sign up together!</p><p><strong>Tuesday, March 14, 2023 - Cardboard Bakery</strong></p><p>This camp is for the crafty kiddo who likes to work with their hands! Children will use their senses to explore different ingredients through measuring and mixing. They will also craft a cardboard cookie plate filled with cookies that they can continue to play with at home!</p><p><strong>Wednesday, March 15, 2023 - Tech Explorers 1</strong></p><p>Is your kiddo interested in all things tech? Sign them up for Tech Explorers Camp, where we will have fun with a variety of programmable robots, 3d printing, and other technology basics. We carefully create these workshops to suit children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade, combining hands-on technologies and unplugged activities for a fun introduction to tech concepts. These sessions also include exhibit exploration time.</p><p><strong>Thursday, March 16, 2023 - Kinder Adventures</strong></p><p>This camp is perfect for littles who love storytelling, art-making, dramatic play, or just want to have some fun in our imaginative space! We will play movement games, sing songs, and get creative with paint, cardboard, and playdoh. Dress for mess!</p><p><strong>Friday, March 17, 2023 - Tech Explorers 2</strong></p><p>Is your kiddo interested in all things tech? Sign them up for Tech Explorers Camp, where we will have fun with a variety of programmable robots, 3d printing, and other technology basics. We carefully create these workshops to suit children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade, combining hands-on technologies and unplugged activities for a fun introduction to tech concepts. These sessions also include exhibit exploration time.</p><p><br></p><p>Registration is required. </p>
3/13/2312:00 a.m.The Iowa Children's MuseumCoralville -
Spring Break Camps at The ICM
<p>When school is out, it’s time to play! Our camps are designed to nurture a love of learning through interactive activities led by skilled museum educators. With a range of themes to choose from, there’s something for every child’s interests.</p><p> <strong>Monday, March 13, 2023 - Play Palooza</strong></p><p>This “camper’s choice” play session will allow kids to choose how they want to play. Because the museum is closed to the public on Mondays, we’ll have the whole museum to ourselves for supervised free play and special activities. This is a great session for sibling and friend groups to sign up together!</p><p><strong>Tuesday, March 14, 2023 - Cardboard Bakery</strong></p><p>This camp is for the crafty kiddo who likes to work with their hands! Children will use their senses to explore different ingredients through measuring and mixing. They will also craft a cardboard cookie plate filled with cookies that they can continue to play with at home!</p><p><strong>Wednesday, March 15, 2023 - Tech Explorers 1</strong></p><p>Is your kiddo interested in all things tech? Sign them up for Tech Explorers Camp, where we will have fun with a variety of programmable robots, 3d printing, and other technology basics. We carefully create these workshops to suit children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade, combining hands-on technologies and unplugged activities for a fun introduction to tech concepts. These sessions also include exhibit exploration time.</p><p><strong>Thursday, March 16, 2023 - Kinder Adventures</strong></p><p>This camp is perfect for littles who love storytelling, art-making, dramatic play, or just want to have some fun in our imaginative space! We will play movement games, sing songs, and get creative with paint, cardboard, and playdoh. Dress for mess!</p><p><strong>Friday, March 17, 2023 - Tech Explorers 2</strong></p><p>Is your kiddo interested in all things tech? Sign them up for Tech Explorers Camp, where we will have fun with a variety of programmable robots, 3d printing, and other technology basics. We carefully create these workshops to suit children in Kindergarten through 3rd grade, combining hands-on technologies and unplugged activities for a fun introduction to tech concepts. These sessions also include exhibit exploration time.</p><p><br></p><p>Registration is required. </p>
3/14/2312:00 a.m.The Iowa Children's MuseumCoralville