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YMCA Monster Mash
<p>Come dressed as your favorite ghoul or goblin. Participate in the Monster Dash and Costume Contest Make creepy crafts and monster paws! Enjoy a spooky swim, cake walk and more! All children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adult. YMCA Members - Free Community Members $5.00 per child (adults free)</p><p><br></p> 2019-10-07 20:00:00 -050010/18/196:00 p.m.Stoney Point YMCACedar Rapids -
Studio Experience Workshop--Glass Aliens and Clay Pinch Pot Monsters
<h5>Studio Experience Sessions: Clay and Warm Glass</h5><p>This is a project oriented class intended to expose students to both clay and warm glass in our studio. This popular series for summer camps is now available once a month. Every month, participants will make a clay project (hand building using slabs and pinch pot techniques) and a warm glass project.</p><p>You will get both group and personal instruction. This is a great way for kids and parents alike to try both clay and warm glass in one session --without the commitment of an eight week class. Clay, glass, tools, firing, and instruction from our knowledgeable staff are included. Minimum age is 9 years old. All skill levels welcome. Projects will be available for pickup 2-3 weeks later. Cost is $35 per person and class is from 10:30 am – 1:00pm</p><p><br></p><h5><strong>Studio Experience</strong>: Glass Aliens and Pinch Pot Monsters</h5><h5>Date: Saturday, <strong>October 19th</strong></h5><h5>Time: 10:30 am-1:00 </h5><h5>Cost is $35 per person</h5> 2019-01-16 12:00:00 -0600
10/19/1910:30 a.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
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Chair Yoga for Caregivers and Care Receivers
<p>The Family Caregivers Center of Mercy is offering chair yoga for caregivers and care receivers at 901 8<sup>th</sup> AVE SE in Cedar Rapids. Come try chair yoga. No complicated maneuvers or complex movements. No previous experience with yoga needed. Registration required. To register for a session or to request caregiving assistance at the Family Caregivers’ Center while attending this event, please let us know in advance by calling (319) 221-8866 or emailing fcgc@mercycare.org. There may be charges associated with this program. For caregivers and care receivers ages: 18+</p> 2019-10-22 15:45:00 -0500
10/22/193:00 p.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
Iowa City Genealogical Society
<p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Organizing and Digitizing Your Family Photos – Topic for Genealogy Society Meeting</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>If you are your family’s “Go To” person for family tree information, you have probably found yourself the custodian of lots of old pictures. How do you organize them? How do you store them? How do you find the one you are looking for? How do you copy them to get the most out of them?</p><p>Thorpe recalls some of his early research being done via phone. He went from using files to keep his data to a basic computer program. He will share his approach to organizing photos which developed over 35 years of genealogical research. A consistent way of doing things can make all the difference, he feels.</p><p>The October 26th meeting will begin at 9:30 AM, at the LDS Family History Center, at 2730 Bradford Drive, Iowa City. Enter from the east parking lot. Non-members are welcome.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2019-10-09 10:30:00 -050010/26/199:30 a.m.LDS Family History CenterIOWA CITY -
Preschool Music Workshop
<p>6 Week Music Workshop for kids 3 - 6 years old.<br>Wednesdays, October 16 - November 20<br>$84. Siblings $60 each.<br>Sing, play, listen, laugh, move, and learn with your bigger kid (3-6ish). We will explore the music concepts of rhythm, steady beat, and pitch as well as movement and pre-academic skills.<br><br>Siblings and younger kids are welcome too! Lisa is a board-certified music therapist - all children are welcome!</p> 2019-09-30 18:15:00 -0500
10/16/195:30 p.m.Harmony School of MusicCedar Rapids -
Prairie Chapel Soup Supper
<p>Prairie Chapel UMC invites you to our annual soup supper. Choices of soup, sandwiches, desserts and drinks. </p><p>A free will donation for your meal will benefit local food pantries, homeless shelters and other mission projects of Prairie Chapel. </p><p>Good food and good people. Prairie Chapel is a little church with a big heart.</p> 2019-10-07 19:00:00 -050010/20/195:00 p.m.Prairie Chapel United Methodist ChurchMarion -
Pumpkins and Ponies Family Fall Festival
<p>Join Unbridled Spirits Thoroughbred Retirement Ranch for annual fall family event. Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Bounce Houses, Pumpkins Decorating, Petting Zoo, Live Music and Food.</p> 2019-10-05 16:00:00 -050010/19/1911:00 a.m.Sutliff Cider CompanyLisbon -
Pumpkins, Pumpkins, Pumpkins
<p>Enjoy a lovely fall day at the orchard! Take a stroll through one of our pumpkin patches to pick out the perfect pumpkin for everyone in the family. Load em up on the trailer and bring it to our carving station, we’ll take care of the mess!</p> 2019-10-10 18:00:00 -0500
10/19/1910:00 a.m.Wilson's OrchardIowa City -
Baby & Me Storytime featuring Moo (Peek-a-Flap)
<p>Baby & Me Storytime continues for caregivers and children 0-24 months old. Join us as we read a book and participate in activities featuring sensory growth for your little ones. Plus, get a coupon for a $2 off a grande Starbucks Pumpkin Spiced Latte.</p> 2019-10-02 11:30:00 -0500
10/20/1911:00 a.m.Barnes and NobleCedar Rapids -
Pumpkins, Pumpkins, Pumpkins
<p>Enjoy a lovely fall day at the orchard! Take a stroll through one of our pumpkin patches to pick out the perfect pumpkin for everyone in the family. Load em up on the trailer and bring it to our carving station, we’ll take care of the mess!</p> 2019-10-20 18:00:00 -0500
10/20/1910:00 a.m.Wilson's OrchardIowa City -
Lessons Open House
<p>Come learn about our amazing music lessons program at West Music, meet our staff, share some refreshments and find out how you can make music education an active part of your family routine.</p><p><br></p> 2019-10-09 12:00:00 -0500
10/19/1910:00 a.m.West Music CoralvilleCoralville -
Pajama Storytime featuring Good Night, Little Blue Truck
<p>A scary storm is brewing! When Little Blue Truck and his friend Toad join their other friends to seek safety from the storm, they find that it's easy to be brave together! Join us and get a free hot apple cider or juice, plus a cookie.</p>
10/18/197:30 p.m.Barnes and NobleCedar Rapids -
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Book Babies
<p>Rhymes, fingerplays, songs and short stories designed to stimulate your infant's language development. We ask that there be a lap for every baby.</p><p><br></p> 2019-10-18 11:00:00 -0500
10/18/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Chair Yoga for Caregivers and Care Receivers
<p>The Family Caregivers Center of Mercy is offering chair yoga for caregivers and care receivers at 901 8<sup>th</sup> AVE SE in Cedar Rapids. Come try chair yoga. No complicated maneuvers or complex movements. No previous experience with yoga needed. Registration required. To register for a session or to request caregiving assistance at the Family Caregivers’ Center while attending this event, please let us know in advance by calling (319) 221-8866 or emailing fcgc@mercycare.org. There may be charges associated with this program. For caregivers and care receivers ages: 18+</p> 2019-10-29 15:45:00 -0500
10/29/193:00 p.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
Folk Dancing for the Family
<p>This family friendly event will feature a range of ethnic dances from the Balkan region, Isreal, Turkey and more. Beginners and seasoned dancers welcome. Most dances are performed in a circle and don't require a partner. This will be a fun opportunity to get some physical activity while learning about different cultures.</p> 2019-10-12 19:30:00 -0500
10/18/196:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Mindfulness for Families at Prairiewoods
<p>We continually look for creative ways to bring awareness, compassion, kindness, peace and tranquility into our homes. These monthly opportunities at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) are for parents and children from kindergarten through grade 12 to attend together. We will focus on simple, mindful practices to create peaceful awareness in the parent, child and home. Facilitators Kim Seward, BSN, RN, CMI (Certified Mindfulness Instructor), and Ann Jackson, PBVM, will guide us to explore and engage fun mindfulness activities to do together as a family. Practicing foundational aspects of mindful awareness—noticing senses, emotions and thoughts in fun and practical ways—will cultivate awareness, a greater understanding of emotions, kindness and compassion in all relationships, especially the parent-child relationship. As parents and children attend these sessions together, they will build a comprehensive mindfulness toolkit to use for future family enjoyment. Monthly themes include Foundation of Breath (Sunday, Sept. 15, 3–4:30 p.m.), Awareness and Presence (Monday, Oct. 21, 6–7:30 p.m.), Gratitude and Kindness (Sunday, Nov. 17, 3–4:30 p.m.) and Emotions (Monday, Dec. 16, 6–7:30 p.m.). Some activities will occur outside, so please dress accordingly. The cost is $20 per family for each session. Some financial assistance is available. Each session is limited to 30 total parents and children, and registration is required by the previous Monday. (Please include the total number and ages of participants at registration.) For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700</p> 2019-08-19 19:30:00 -0500
10/21/196:00 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Unwrapped: Gifts from the Peter Norton Family Christmas Project, 1988-2018
<p>Retired computer entrepreneur Peter Norton (Norton Antivirus Software) is a contemporary art collector as well as an active participant in various civic and philanthropic activities. In 1988, the Norton Family Christmas Project began commissioning artists to create original, multiple-edition works that were mailed as holiday greetings to friends, colleagues, and selected institutions. In 2017, the CRMA received the bulk of these wonderful holiday greetings from Director Emeritus Terry Pitts and his wife Kathy Hall.</p><p><br></p><p>The objects and artists’ books that comprise the Project collection are incredibly varied. A sense of whimsy runs through many of the pieces: salt and pepper shakers become snow globes, a music box exhorts us to be silent. Many works also have a sociopolitical focus, addressing issues as varied as slavery, AIDS, and gender identity. Taken together, the Norton Family Christmas Project objects and artists’ books provide a wonderful snapshot of the last thirty years of activity in the art world at large, presenting the work of both emerging and more established artists. The 2018 edition of the Norton Family Christmas Project was the last and ended the series.</p> 2019-08-26 16:00:00 -0500
10/26/1910:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Sunday Celebration Brunch
<p>Start your Sunday 'Funday' off right with brunch at Cedar Ridge - where the mimosas are bottomless!<br><br>Our delicious buffet features: hot off the griddle pancakes with bourbon maple syrup, prime rib with horseradish sauce, cherry-wood smoked bacon, roasted vegetables, fresh fruit, salad, pastries and more!<br><br>$18.99 per adult, $8 for children 6-12 and free for children under 5. By reservation only from 9-1 at 857-4300. </p> 2019-10-20 13:00:00 -0500
10/20/199:00 p.m.Cedar Ridge Distillery & WinerySwisher -
Hallelujah Party
<p>Get ready kids! The biggest, most fun, party in town is coming!</p><p>The annual Hallelujah Party is our alternative to what the world has to offer this Halloween. It's a fun, kid-safe atmosphere that is becoming one of the biggest kid's events all year. Bring your friends, bounce in the inflatable house, win prizes, watch the show, then go back and do it all over again.</p><p>We'll have carnival games, face painting, kiddie bounce, concessions, and of course LOTS OF CANDY!</p><p>Invite your friends and wear your modest, non-violent costume! Full facial masks, violent or scary costumes or make-up will NOT be permitted.</p><p>We'll have fun, fun, and more FUN!!</p><p>All children ages 12 and under are welcome!</p><p>All children must be accompanied by an adult.</p><p><br></p> 2019-09-17 20:30:00 -050010/31/196:30 p.m.Spirit of Faith Family ChurchCedar Rapids -
Unwrapped: Gifts from the Peter Norton Family Christmas Project, 1988-2018
<p>Retired computer entrepreneur Peter Norton (Norton Antivirus Software) is a contemporary art collector as well as an active participant in various civic and philanthropic activities. In 1988, the Norton Family Christmas Project began commissioning artists to create original, multiple-edition works that were mailed as holiday greetings to friends, colleagues, and selected institutions. In 2017, the CRMA received the bulk of these wonderful holiday greetings from Director Emeritus Terry Pitts and his wife Kathy Hall.</p><p><br></p><p>The objects and artists’ books that comprise the Project collection are incredibly varied. A sense of whimsy runs through many of the pieces: salt and pepper shakers become snow globes, a music box exhorts us to be silent. Many works also have a sociopolitical focus, addressing issues as varied as slavery, AIDS, and gender identity. Taken together, the Norton Family Christmas Project objects and artists’ books provide a wonderful snapshot of the last thirty years of activity in the art world at large, presenting the work of both emerging and more established artists. The 2018 edition of the Norton Family Christmas Project was the last and ended the series.</p> 2019-08-26 16:00:00 -0500
10/27/1912:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Drag Storytime & Costume Ball!
<p>Join us for a special Halloween-themed Drag Storytime with some of Iowa City's finest drags queens and kings! Wear your costume or wear whatever dress-up clothes you'd like! After storytime, head to the Storytime Room for rainbow pumpkin Halloween crafts!</p> 2019-10-09 14:00:00 -0500
10/27/191:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
AirFX Halloween Costume Party
<p>Feel like you're too old to go trick-or-treating but still want to dress up? Need something for the kids to do on Halloween night that's safe and fun for the whole family? Come join us October 31st for this very special event! This is a night of fun filled activities for the whole family. We will be introducing our new portable rock wall and bungee jump for the first time ever. There will be a costume contest at 7:30pm along with other games throughout the night with chances to win prizes! For kids 6 and under there will be a special Halloween event from 9am-11am. Bring your little ghouls in dressed costume. Space is limited so order your tickets online early at www.AirFXCR.com</p> 2019-09-26 20:30:00 -0500
10/31/196:30 p.m.AirFX Trampoline ParkHiawatha -
Bilingual Storytime: Feliz Halloween!
<p>For today's Storytime we will celebrate Halloween in English and Spanish! Spanish Creative Writing MFA Graduate Angela Pico Pinto will lead us in books, rhymes and songs in both languages! </p> 2019-10-09 11:00:00 -050010/26/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Trunk or Treat
<p>Parents mark your calendars...enjoy a fun way to trick-or-treat with the kids! Trunk-or-Treat provides a safe environment for families to enjoy a free afternoon of Halloween fun. No costume? No Problem! Come as you are. At Good Shepherd we go beyond trick-or-treat candy with crafts, games and plenty of fun. Thanks to our large indoor space, Trunk-or-Treat is rain or shine.</p> 2018-09-08 17:00:00 -0500
10/19/193:00 p.m.Good Shepherd Ev. Lutheran ChurchCedar Rapids -
ORCHESTRA IOWA POPS III: DISNEY IN CONCERT
<h5>A TRULY MAGICAL EXPERIENCE!</h5><p>Orchestra Iowa is proud to present Disney’s Magical Music from the Movies, featuring four Broadway caliber vocalists, clips from iconic Disney movies like <em>Frozen</em>, <em>Beauty & the Beast</em>, <em>Mary Poppins</em> plus more, a scripted narrative presented by the singers & Maestro Hankewich, and some of the best known film music in cinematic history. We invite you to be enchanted with this full-length concert and enjoy your favorite Disney songs in a whole new way. . . live in concert!</p><p><br></p><h5>TICKET DETAILS</h5><p>Students age 17 & under or in College are eligible for half-off tickets. Subject to availability. Zones 2-5 Only. Some other restrictions may apply.</p><p>Student & College Tickets MUST be purchased through at the Ticket Office by phone at 319-366-8203 or in-person at 119 Third Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401.</p>2/22/202:30 p.m.PARAMOUNT THEATRECedar Rapids -
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Book Babies
<p>Rhymes, fingerplays, songs and short stories designed to stimulate your infant's language development. We ask that there be a lap for every baby.</p><p><br></p> 2019-10-25 11:00:00 -0500
10/25/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
The 17th Annual Free Coe College Playground of Science
<p dir="ltr">Kids! Bring your parents to the “Coe Playground of Science” night at Coe College in Cedar Rapids! The Coe College Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, Math, Computer Science, and ROTC Clubs will lead the fun in Peterson Hall October 24, 2019 from 6:00 – 9:00 P.M. in the evening. There will be interactive demos that teach kids of all ages about the natural world around them. We’ll levitate things, launch pumpkins on our trebuchet, do the “mentos and diet pepsi demo,” make dragon's breath flames, play with numbers, be amazed by strong magnets, make snow, see models of eyes and hearts, learn about the human body, see how chemistry allows us to create useful substances, make ice cream with liquid air, see molten glass poured at almost 2000 oF, and much more. Come have fun and learn about our natural world, all ages are welcome.</p><p dir="ltr">RSVP: Prof. Steve Feller, Physics Department, sfeller@coe.edu, 319-399-8633</p><p dir="ltr">Peterson Hall, Coe College, 1220 First AVE NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402</p><p dir="ltr">http://www.coe.edu/playgroundofscience</p><p dir="ltr">Peterson Hall is on College Rd NE (13th St) opposite the Clark Alumni House in </p><p dir="ltr">Cedar Rapids.</p><p dir="ltr">Parking available and signs will guide you to us.</p> 2019-09-30 21:00:00 -050010/24/196:00 p.m.Coe College Peterson Hall of ScienceCedar Rapids -
Folk Dancing for the Family
<p>This family friendly event will feature a range of ethnic dances from the Balkan region, Isreal, Turkey and more. Beginners and seasoned dancers welcome. Most dances are performed in a circle and don't require a partner. This will be a fun opportunity to get some physical activity while learning about different cultures.</p> 2019-10-25 19:30:00 -0500
10/25/196:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Sunday Fun Day: Rainbow Mini-Pumpkins
<p>Halloween is all about dressing up and expressing yourself! Following a special Sunday afternoon Drag Storytime and Costume Ball, we are creating rainbow mini-pumpkins. Use all of the colors of the rainbow to decorate your own!</p> 2019-10-09 16:00:00 -050010/27/192:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
The Princess and The Pea
<p>What does it take to be a princess? Is it bravery? Kindness? A fabulous wardrobe? Or does figuring out your royal stature have a more legume kind of nature?</p><p>Join us for this fun and funky retelling of a Hans Christian Andersen classic as we find out what happens when you put “princess-ness” to the test. We’ll give you a hint – being a princess isn’t about this or that, being YOU is where it’s at! </p>
2/09/202:00 p.m.University of Dubuque Heritage CenterDubuque