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• Doodlebugs Surprise Fall Series for Fall 2023

  <div data-block-type="text"><p>Every Doodlebugs class starts with a story and ends with imagination and creation! All ages are welcome, but book selection is ideal for ages 4-7. Doodlebugs is presented in collaboration with the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art and its Education Coordinator Erin Thomas.&nbsp;</p></div><div data-block-type="text"><p><strong>September 29-Surprise!</strong></p><p>Pop in to make a party pop-up mini-book that you can enjoy over and over. It’s part paper engineering, part sculpting, all fun (and no confetti to clean up)!</p><p><br></p></div> 2023-08-04 11:00:00 -0500

  9/29/23 @ 10:30 a.m.

  10:30 a.m.

  Hiawatha Public Library

  Hiawatha

• Adam Rake: World Lines

  <h5>Adam Rake: World Lines</h5><p>September 9, 2023 – January 7, 2024</p><p>Iowa City artist Adam Rake explores the complex ways in which the meaning of a work of art changes over time as technology and culture evolve. &nbsp;To convey this theme, Rake draws on the precedent of historical artworks but filters them through his own unique lens. &nbsp;He utilizes his printmaking experience to distort, alter, and augment the original images into something entirely new. &nbsp;Through these works, he considers the ever-changing relationship between contemporary culture and the work of art. &nbsp;</p> 2023-09-29 16:00:00 -0500

  9/29/23 @ 12:00 p.m.

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

• Kid Connect Playgroup

  <p><strong>Saturdays</strong></p><p><strong>September 30-Novermber 18</strong></p><p><strong>9-10:30am</strong></p><p>Come join this fun playgroup series designed for families with young children.</p><p>Sign up link: <a data-id="l-1226792138" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMUAeJ4zDZKhkuGm0wXYy-UleVOPXP2XHkXU3BRhmLoXY0OA/viewform" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMUAeJ4zDZKhkuGm0wXYy-UleVOPXP2XHkXU3BRhmLoXY0OA/viewform</a></p> 2023-08-23 10:30:00 -0500

  9/30/23 @ 9:00 a.m.

  9:00 a.m.

  Ely Public Library

  Ely

• Bluey Meet & Greet

  <p>It's not trifficult! Bluey, the six year old Blue Heeler pup who loves to play wants to meet you and pose for a photo! Also, we will have Bluey tattoos, stickers, and coloring sheets.</p><p>Kids and their caregivers are welcome.</p> 2023-08-21 11:30:00 -0500

  9/30/23 @ 10:30 a.m.

  10:30 a.m.

  Hiawatha Public Library

  Hiawatha

• 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.

  10:00 a.m.

  The Iowa Children's Museum

  Coralville

• Adam Rake: World Lines

  <h5>Adam Rake: World Lines</h5><p>September 9, 2023 – January 7, 2024</p><p>Iowa City artist Adam Rake explores the complex ways in which the meaning of a work of art changes over time as technology and culture evolve. &nbsp;To convey this theme, Rake draws on the precedent of historical artworks but filters them through his own unique lens. &nbsp;He utilizes his printmaking experience to distort, alter, and augment the original images into something entirely new. &nbsp;Through these works, he considers the ever-changing relationship between contemporary culture and the work of art. &nbsp;</p> 2023-10-01 16:00:00 -0500

  10/01/23 @ 12:00 p.m.

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

• 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.

  12:30 p.m.

  Oak Hill Jackson Neighborhood Association

  Cedar Rapids

• Blessing of the Animals at Prairiewoods

  <p>Come to Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) for outdoor fun for people and pets! Gather your family, your friends and your favorite animal companions and head to the annual Blessing of the Animals at Prairiewoods. Please bring your pets on leashes or in carriers, their clean-up bags, and lawn chairs or blankets. We’ll have this free event rain or shine, and it will be moved indoors if there’s inclement weather. We’ll have a parade with people and pets at 1:15 p.m., and the blessings will begin around 1:30. Our very own Nancy Hoffman, FSPA, and Rev. Jean Sullivan will perform the blessings. We’ll also have the Cedar Valley Humane Society passing out information and collecting donations for their organization. If you would like to help them, they’ll gratefully accept cash donations, dry cat or dog food, HE liquid laundry detergent, antiseptic wipes, or 1-gallon or 2-gallon Ziplock bags. For a complete list of their needs, visit www.CVHumane.org/wish-list. Eastern Iowa Arts Academy will also be on hand to host a sun print workshop. Sun prints, also called cyanotypes, have been used to make records of plants for hundreds of years. Sun print paper is coated with chemicals that react when exposed to sunlight. When you place objects like leaves on the paper, they block the light so that the paper remains white while the areas around the leaves turn a beautiful Prussian blue. Explore the land for some flat leaves and flower petals to turn into a lovely sun print to take home! We hope you and your beloved animals will join us for this fun, free event! For more information, visit www.Prairiewoods.org or call 319-395-6700.</p> 2023-08-20 16:00:00 -0500

  10/01/23 @ 1:00 p.m.

  1:00 p.m.

  Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center

  Hiawatha

• Preschool Story Time

  <div data-block-type="text"><p>Fun for kids and their caregivers!</p></div><div data-block-type="text"><p>Youth Services Librarian Alicia Mangin welcomes kids and their caregivers as she shares stories, songs, and fingerplays.</p><p>Preschool story Time will not meet on Monday, September 4.</p></div> 2023-10-02 10:30:00 -0500

  10/02/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Hiawatha Public Library

  Hiawatha

• Tuesday Tales

  <div data-block-type="text"><p>Fun for kids and their caregivers!</p></div><div data-block-type="text"><p>Youth Services Librarian Alicia Mangin welcomes kids and their caregivers as she shares stories, songs, and fingerplays.</p><p>This event will not meet on November 7.</p></div> 2023-10-02 10:30:00 -0500

  10/02/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Hiawatha Public Library

  Hiawatha

• Early Learning Story Time at Ladd Library

  <p>Join us for a fun-filled story time for children ages 2-5, featuring stories, songs, and interactive activities.</p> 2023-10-02 10:30:00 -0500

  10/02/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Ladd Library

  Cedar Rapids

• Preschool Storytime

  <p>Join us for Preschool Storytime in the Youth Programming Room every Monday at 10:30 AM. Storytime includes books, songs, and activities geared towards children 3-6 years old and their caregivers! This fun early literacy activity is the perfect time to practice your child's social and listening skills before they enter a classroom setting!</p><p>*Children under the age of nine must be accompanied by a caregiver at all times in the Marion Public Library. Children learn by watching others, so please engage in the storytime activities and silence your mobile devices!</p><p>Please see the library's events calendar -- <a href="https://marionpubliclibrary.libnet.info/events">marionpubliclibrary.org/events</a> -- for the most up-to-date information regarding programming and events.</p> 2023-10-02 11:00:00 -0500

  10/02/23 @ 10:30 a.m.

  10:30 a.m.

  Marion Public Library

  Marion

• 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.

  4:30 p.m.

  Ladd Library

  Cedar Rapids

• Paws to Read

  <p>Share a story with a four-legged friend!</p><p>Gain reading confidence with the help of a furry friend! Who let the dogs in? Join us for this popular reading program that pairs emerging readers with certified Therapy International dogs. Pull up a book and a dog and let the magic begin.</p> 2024-10-14 19:00:00 -0500

  10/02/23 @ 6:30 p.m.

  6:30 p.m.

  Hiawatha Public Library

  Hiawatha

• Paws to Read

  <p>Share a story with a four-legged friend!</p><p>Gain reading confidence with the help of a furry friend! Who let the dogs in? Join us for this popular reading program that pairs emerging readers with certified Therapy International dogs. Pull up a book and a dog and let the magic begin.</p> 2023-10-09 19:00:00 -0500

  10/02/23 @ 6:30 p.m.

  6:30 p.m.

  Hiawatha Public Library

  Hiawatha

• Early Learning Story Time at the Downtown Library

  <p>Join us for a fun-filled story time for children ages 2-5, featuring stories, songs, and interactive activities.</p> 2023-10-03 10:30:00 -0500

  10/03/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

• Adam Rake: World Lines

  <h5>Adam Rake: World Lines</h5><p>September 9, 2023 – January 7, 2024</p><p>Iowa City artist Adam Rake explores the complex ways in which the meaning of a work of art changes over time as technology and culture evolve. &nbsp;To convey this theme, Rake draws on the precedent of historical artworks but filters them through his own unique lens. &nbsp;He utilizes his printmaking experience to distort, alter, and augment the original images into something entirely new. &nbsp;Through these works, he considers the ever-changing relationship between contemporary culture and the work of art. &nbsp;</p> 2023-10-03 16:00:00 -0500

  10/03/23 @ 12:00 p.m.

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

• Lego Play

  <p>Let your imagination run wild during Lego Play! We'll have a variety of Legos available for free play. This program is for elementary aged patrons; patrons aged nine and under will need a parent in the area.</p> 2023-09-11 17:30:00 -0500

  10/03/23 @ 4:00 p.m.

  4:00 p.m.

  Marion Public Library

  Marion

• Baby Storytime

  <p>Join us for Baby Storytime in the Youth Programming Room every Wednesday at 9:30 AM. Storytime includes books, songs, and activities geared towards babies newborn - 18 months old and their caregivers! This fun early literacy activity is the perfect time to practice reading and interacting with your child at the earliest stages!</p><p>*Children under the age of nine must be accompanied by a caregiver at all times in the Marion Public Library. Children learn by watching others, so please engage in the storytime activities and silence your mobile devices!</p><p>Please see the library's events calendar -- <a href="https://marionpubliclibrary.libnet.info/events">marionpubliclibrary.org/events</a> -- for the most up-to-date information regarding programming and events.</p> 2023-10-04 10:00:00 -0500

  10/04/23 @ 9:30 a.m.

  9:30 a.m.

  Marion Public Library

  Marion

• Baby and Toddler Story Time

  <p>Join us for this 15-minute story and song program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 45-minute playtime.</p> 2023-10-04 10:30:00 -0500

  10/04/23 @ 9:30 a.m.

  9:30 a.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

• Toddler Time

  <p>Join us for Toddler Time in the Youth Programming Room every Wednesday at 10:30 AM. Storytime includes books, songs, and activities geared towards children 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers! This fun early literacy activity is the perfect time to practice your child's literacy skills while socializing with other children!</p><p>*Children under the age of nine must be accompanied by a caregiver at all times in the Marion Public Library. Children learn by watching others, so please engage in the storytime activities and silence your mobile devices!</p><p>Please see the library's events calendar -- <a href="https://marionpubliclibrary.libnet.info/events">marionpubliclibrary.org/events</a> -- for the most up-to-date information regarding programming and events.</p> 2023-10-04 11:00:00 -0500

  10/04/23 @ 10:30 a.m.

  10:30 a.m.

  Marion Public Library

  Marion

• Adam Rake: World Lines

  <h5>Adam Rake: World Lines</h5><p>September 9, 2023 – January 7, 2024</p><p>Iowa City artist Adam Rake explores the complex ways in which the meaning of a work of art changes over time as technology and culture evolve. &nbsp;To convey this theme, Rake draws on the precedent of historical artworks but filters them through his own unique lens. &nbsp;He utilizes his printmaking experience to distort, alter, and augment the original images into something entirely new. &nbsp;Through these works, he considers the ever-changing relationship between contemporary culture and the work of art. &nbsp;</p> 2023-10-04 16:00:00 -0500

  10/04/23 @ 12:00 p.m.

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

• Parenting Young Children: KIds-n-Canvas

  <p>Kids-N-Canvas is a free, 6-week family learning group designed for families with young children. Each session begins with a family meal, followed by a caregiver session, and finished with a fun family art project. Assistance with transportation and interpretation available upon request.</p><p>This workshop is presented by Family Learning Connection.</p><p>Registration is required<a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSdv7BBHMBoragcEpYPkc5IQOvT-nGz-J7feEMHzEMP0szcpyA/viewform?pli=1"><strong> here</strong></a>.&nbsp;</p> 2023-10-04 19:30:00 -0500

  10/04/23 @ 5:30 p.m.

  5:30 p.m.

  Hiawatha Public Library

  Hiawatha

• Kid Connect

  <p>Join us for a FREE 8-week interactive Kid Connect play group series! Kid Connect is open to parents/caregivers and their young children (5 years and under). Sessions include playful learning opportunities for families, educational circle time, a snack, and meeting other parents of young children.&nbsp;</p><p>Kid Connection is presented by Family Learning Connection.</p><p>Registration is required <a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeZ2p4pHsHyrd3Tj7Bo0wk4S9y23uMi7vND3nsOKcTlewo8nw/viewform"><strong>here</strong></a>.</p> 2023-10-05 11:00:00 -0500

  10/05/23 @ 9:30 a.m.

  9:30 a.m.

  Hiawatha Public Library

  Hiawatha

• Sensory Story Time

  <p>This story time is designed for attendees with multi-sensory needs including low lights, reduced sounds, and opportunities for social interaction and play. Designed for children ages 2-5 years, but all ages welcome. This story time will happen each Thursday this fall at the Downtown Library except for Thanksgiving, Nov. 23.</p> 2023-10-05 10:30:00 -0500

  10/05/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

• Cuentos y Cantos: Stories and Songs in English and Spanish

  <p>Join us the first Thursday of the month for a special Spanish Bilingual Storytime with Jordan Carter, a UNI Spanish Master's student! Together we will enjoy songs, rhymes, stories and other fun activities in Spanish and English. Children of all ages and their caregivers are welcome to join us.&nbsp;</p><p>¡Ven a la biblioteca el primer jueves de cada mes para un programa especial de Cuentos Bilingües en español e inglés con Jordan Carter, una estudiante del programa de maestría en español de UNI! Juntos disfrutaremos de canciones, rimas, cuentos y actividades divertidas en español e inglés. Niños de todas las edades y sus cuidadores serán bienvenidos. Si necesita adaptaciones relacionadas con la discapacidad para participar en este evento, por favor avísale a la biblioteca.</p> 2023-09-11 11:00:00 -0500

  10/05/23 @ 10:30 a.m.

  10:30 a.m.

  Marion Public Library

  Marion

• Adam Rake: World Lines

  <h5>Adam Rake: World Lines</h5><p>September 9, 2023 – January 7, 2024</p><p>Iowa City artist Adam Rake explores the complex ways in which the meaning of a work of art changes over time as technology and culture evolve. &nbsp;To convey this theme, Rake draws on the precedent of historical artworks but filters them through his own unique lens. &nbsp;He utilizes his printmaking experience to distort, alter, and augment the original images into something entirely new. &nbsp;Through these works, he considers the ever-changing relationship between contemporary culture and the work of art. &nbsp;</p> 2023-10-05 20:00:00 -0500

  10/05/23 @ 12:00 p.m.

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

• Fire Fighter Story Time and Touch-a-Truck

  <p><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Join the local fire department for story time at the library and a&nbsp;chance&nbsp;to look at their shiny fire truck.</span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}'>&nbsp;</span></p> 2023-09-22 17:30:00 -0500

  10/05/23 @ 4:30 p.m.

  4:30 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

• Adam Rake: World Lines

  <h5>Adam Rake: World Lines</h5><p>September 9, 2023 – January 7, 2024</p><p>Iowa City artist Adam Rake explores the complex ways in which the meaning of a work of art changes over time as technology and culture evolve. &nbsp;To convey this theme, Rake draws on the precedent of historical artworks but filters them through his own unique lens. &nbsp;He utilizes his printmaking experience to distort, alter, and augment the original images into something entirely new. &nbsp;Through these works, he considers the ever-changing relationship between contemporary culture and the work of art. &nbsp;</p> 2023-10-06 16:00:00 -0500

  10/06/23 @ 12:00 p.m.

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

• Kid Connect Playgroup

  <p><strong>Saturdays</strong></p><p><strong>September 30-Novermber 18</strong></p><p><strong>9-10:30am</strong></p><p>Come join this fun playgroup series designed for families with young children.</p><p>Sign up link: <a data-id="l-1226792138" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMUAeJ4zDZKhkuGm0wXYy-UleVOPXP2XHkXU3BRhmLoXY0OA/viewform" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMUAeJ4zDZKhkuGm0wXYy-UleVOPXP2XHkXU3BRhmLoXY0OA/viewform</a></p> 2023-10-07 10:30:00 -0500

  10/07/23 @ 9:00 a.m.

  9:00 a.m.

  Ely Public Library

  Ely