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School Age STEAM Downtown: Slime Surprise
<p>Try different slime recipes and observe their similarities and differences.</p><p>At School Age STEAM events, learn about technology with hands-on games, art, and activities geared to kids in 2nd-5th grades.</p> 2023-07-25 17:30:00 -0500
9/25/23 @ 4:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Move It! Dig It! Do It!
<p>Move it! Dig it! Do it! is back for another year of free, fun-filled activities focused on big equipment that MOVES. Join us on Sunday, October 1st for an up-close look at construction vehicles, farming equipment, and emergency vehicles. Check out these vehicles of all shapes and sizes, and make pit stops for games and activities. </p> 2023-08-11 03:00:00 -0500
10/01/23 @ 10:00 a.m.The Iowa Children's MuseumCoralville -
Litter Walk Oak Hill Jackson
<p>We'll start at 19th St. SE at 12th Ave. SE. Dress for the weather. All supplies (gloves, garbage bags, grabber tools) plus water will be provided. At the end of the litter pickup, enjoy a treat paid for by Oak Hill Jackson Neighborhood Association (location TBA).</p> 2023-09-20 15:00:00 -0500
10/01/23 @ 12:30 p.m.Oak Hill Jackson Neighborhood AssociationCedar Rapids -
School Age STEAM at Ladd: Slime Surprise
<p>Try different slime recipes and observe their similarities and differences.</p><p>At School Age STEAM events, learn about technology with hands-on games, art, and activities geared to kids in 2nd-5th grades.</p> 2023-07-25 17:30:00 -0500
10/02/23 @ 4:30 p.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Zumbini: An Active Movement and Music Class
<p>Created by Zumba and BabyFirst for kids ages 0-4, the Zumbini program combines music, dance, and educational tools for 30 minutes of can’t-stop, won’t-stop bonding, learning, and fun.</p> 2023-09-21 10:30:00 -0500
10/05/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Active Allyship and Creating a Welcoming Environment
<p>National Coming Out Day is on October 11! Join CR Pride as we discuss how government agencies, non profits, and religious institutions are creating and maintaining a welcoming environment. We are happy to welcome:</p><p>Elizabeth Buch, with the City of Cedar Rapids<br>Lori Ampey with Tanager's LGBT Youth Center<br>Catherine VanDraska with Big Brother Big Sisters<br>Gary Sneller with Marion Affirming Churches<br>Ben Roberson with Community Law Office<br>Susan Liddell, CR Pride Vice President</p><p>Our event will be moderated by the wonderful Molly Monk. We hope you will join us to hear and learn about these organizations and how we can all work to create welcoming environments. Ben will also provide an update on the latest local/state/federal laws impacting our community.</p><p>This event is free and open to the public. Monetary/candy donations will be accepted for our entry in the Halloween parade for those wishing to contribute.</p><p>Please email info@crprideia.com if you have any questions you would like our moderator to consider asking the panelists. We can't wait to see everyone at the event!</p> 2023-09-23 16:00:00 -0500
10/07/23 @ 2:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Expressive Arts for Children
<p>Join us as Tanager's Expressive Arts Specialist Kelli Michel leads a music, movement, and visual arts program that allows children safe ways to explore emotions and build self-awareness and empathy.</p> 2023-09-25 11:00:00 -0500
10/14/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Playdough Playtime
<p>Did you know playdough play has huge developmental benefits? Drop in and play with a variety of textures and tools.</p> 2023-10-19 17:30:00 -0500
10/19/23 @ 4:30 p.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Enduro Racing
<p data-pm-slice="1 1 []">We’re excited to host an enduro weekend at Hawkeye Downs! Join us for TWO DAYS of enduro racing in October!</p><p><strong>Saturday, October 21st<br></strong>1:00 pm start time<br>200-Lap 1/4 mile Circle Track</p><p><strong>Sunday, October 22nd</strong><br>12:00 pm start time<br>70-Lap Road Course</p><p><em>Camping will be allowed in the pit area. Admission is just $5 at the gate. Registration for racers COMING SOON. Stay tuned...</em> </p><p><em>The theme for our </em><a href="https://powersystems.istate.com" target="_blank"><em>Interstate Power Systems</em></a><em> Enduro presented by </em><a href="https://www.mtvernonroadtireco.com" target="_blank"><em>Mt Vernon Road Tire Co.</em></a><em> and </em><a href="https://www.mariontireco.com" target="_blank"><em>Marion Tire Co.</em></a><em> will be announced soon.</em></p><p><strong>SATURDAY EVENT SCHEDULE</strong></p><p>Pits open 10:00 am<br>Gates open 12:00 pm<br>Opening ceremonies 1:00 pm</p><p><strong>SUNDAY EVENT SCHEDULE<br></strong>Pits open 9:00am<br>Gates open 11:00am<br>Opening ceremonies 12:00pm</p><p><em>This two-day enduro experience is fun for the whole family!</em> Admission is just $5. Children 8 and under are FREE.</p><p><em>Interested in driving in this enduro?</em> Rules and registration info will be available at <a href="http://www.hawkeyedowns.org/enduro?fbclid=IwAR3Ka-Nk0DJzqBQd9OK8t6P5_1pNX4tEcv2BmVLuSBeu-kUcSjgWtPzv80A" target="_blank">www.hawkeyedowns.org/enduro</a></p> 2023-09-14 19:00:00 -0500
10/21/23 @ 12:00 p.m.Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Event CenterCedar Rapids -
Surprise! Art Exploration
<p>Each week there will be different surprise materials for youth ages 3-8 to experiment with and create unique art. This program encourages open exploration of art for kids and provides caregivers with ways to guide children in creative thinking without silencing their creativity.</p> 2023-08-02 10:30:00 -0500
10/26/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
HalloWEEKEND 2023
<p>Join us for a weekend of not-too-scary Halloween activities that kids of all ages will enjoy! Bats, spiders, pumpkins, and more will take over our exhibits during the spooky season and families can check out special Halloween activities on October 28th, 29th, and 31st (closed Monday).</p><p><em><b>Pirate Pete’s Trick-or-Treasure Takeover:</b> Our mascot, Pete, is wearing his pirate costume for Halloween this year and taking over the museum with spooky, swashbuckling fun! Build a sea-worthy ship in the blue room, make a pizza with treacherous toppings, and deposit gold doubloons at the bank. We’ll also have pirate training activities, a scallywag scavenger hunt, sea shanty sing-alongs, and so much more! </em></p><p>Costumes are encouraged (but not required)! Disguise yourself from the pirates or join Pete’s band of buccaneers. Our team will join the fun as well, so keep an eye out for dinosaurs, superheroes, and other silly characters.</p><p>All activities are included with museum admission. FREE for members!</p> 2023-09-11 18:00:00 -0500
10/28/23 @ 10:00 a.m.The Iowa Children's MuseumCoralville -
ORCHIDS ARE A SCREAM: ORCHID SHOW AND SALE
<p>Orchid plants have beautiful and exotic flowers! Some are even a bit scary! Come see hundreds of blooming orchids exhibited by orchids societies from around the Midwest and displays of orchid related crafts and collectables, all centered around a seasonal Halloween theme. Orchid plants and collectables will be for sale by four regional vendors. Volunteers will answer questions<strong><i>. </i></strong>All plants will be judged by the American Orchid Society Judges. The show venue is family friendly and offers visitors an “up close and personal” view of some of nature's most exotic flowers. Come celebrate our 10<sup>th</sup> Anniversary Show!</p> 2023-09-11 17:00:00 -0500
10/28/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Elks LodgeCedar Rapids -
Sensory Friendly Halloween
<p>Join us for a special Halloween-themed Sensory Friendly Night! As part of our HalloWEEKEND activities, this free event offers sensory-friendly activities in a calmer environment and opportunities to collect treats in our museum exhibits.</p><p>Costumes are encouraged (but not required!) as you look for our “treat stations” throughout the museum. In line with the Teal Pumpkin Project, all treats will be small non-food items to avoid allergy concerns. We will also have not-too-spooky Halloween activities.</p><p>Super Hero Nights are presented by GreenState Credit Union.</p> 2023-09-11 19:30:00 -0500
10/29/23 @ 6:00 p.m.The Iowa Children's MuseumCoralville -
School Age STEAM Downtown: KEVA Plank Challenge
<p><span dir="auto">Participate in individual and group challenges with KEVA planks.</span></p><p><span dir="auto">At School Age STEAM events, learn about technology with hands-on games, art, and activities geared to kids in 2nd-5th grades.</span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/discovery/?suggestion_token=%7B%22event_categories%22%3A%5B10156104417160727%5D%7D" tabindex="0"><span dir="auto">Games</span></a><a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/explore/cedar-rapids-iowa/107966839224016/" tabindex="0"><br></a><br></p> 2023-07-27 17:30:00 -0500
10/30/23 @ 4:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Jack SPLAT!
<p><strong>Don’t toss your Jack-O-Lanterns in the garbage—let us toss them from up high instead!</strong> This free outdoor event gives your carved creations one last hurrah for the Halloween season.</p><p>We will be throwing the pumpkins off the northwest corner of the parking ramp next to <a href="https://www.icgov.org/chauncey-swan-park">Chauncey Swan Park</a>. Drop off your ghoulish gourd and set up your blanket or lawn chairs nearby to get the best view. Come for the SPLATS, but stay for outdoor activities, jokes from Pete the Turtle, and some tasty treats. </p><p>Come watch the high-flying fun and enjoy a fall morning in the park!</p><p>Special thanks to our event sponsors, Little Village & PIP Marketing. Thank you as well to the City of Iowa City for helping us compost all the pumpkin pieces when the fun is over!</p><p><strong>HOW IT WORKS: </strong></p><ul><li aria-level="1">Pumpkin drop-off will start at 9:15 a.m. in Chauncey Swan Park on Saturday, November 4th </li><li aria-level="1">Activities will begin around 9:30</li><li aria-level="1">Pumpkin SPLATS will start at 10 am. All pumpkins will be dropped by our team.</li></ul><p><strong>PREP YOUR PUMPKIN:</strong></p><ul><li>Pumpkins must be gutted (this is Jack SPLAT, not Jack THUD).</li><li>Please remove candles, artificial lighting, or any other decorations that are in or attached to the pumpkin. This includes stickers, ribbons, and remnants of candle wax inside.</li><li>We compost Jack Splat pumpkins. Ones that have been painted or coated with a preserving sealant should not be added to a compost pile. Pumpkins coated with glitter should not be composted.</li></ul><p>Please inquire if you have any questions. We reserve the right to reject your pumpkin if it doesn’t meet our Jack Splat standards.</p><p><strong>WHERE TO GO:</strong></p><p>In addition to street parking, spots will be available in the <a href="https://www.icgov.org/chauncey-swan-park">Chauncey Swan ramp</a>, located at 415 E. Washington Street.</p><p>Pumpkins will be dropped from the top of the parking garage in the northwest corner of the ramp.</p><p>The drop-off table will be in the southwest corner of the ramp</p> 2023-09-21 11:30:00 -0500
11/04/23 @ 9:30 a.m.Chauncey Swan Parking RampIowa City -
School Age STEAM at Ladd: 3D Puzzles and Games
<p>Watch a 3D printer in action and try out 3D printed puzzles and games.</p><p>At School Age STEAM events, learn about technology with hands-on games, art, and activities geared to kids in 2nd-5th grades.</p><p>Registration required: <a href="https://events.crlibrary.org/event/8816912?fbclid=IwAR25rSAOItng30PlpbTwHnN9CSDduv_DKYl8nMHpNVy4pDbtDApQbWBAh3Y" rel="nofollow noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://events.crlibrary.org/event/8816912</a></p> 2023-07-28 17:30:00 -0500
11/13/23 @ 4:30 p.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
School Age STEAM at Ladd: KEVA Plank Challenge
<p>Participate in individual and group challenges with KEVA planks.</p><p>At School Age STEAM events, learn about technology with hands-on games, art, and activities geared to kids in 2nd-5th grades.</p> 2023-07-26 17:30:00 -0500
11/27/23 @ 4:30 p.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids