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IMAGINATION! Square
<p>The Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival brings you IMAGINATION! Square each year, which provides family-friendly, educational, and interactive booths, along with FREE family activities! Join us on the lawn of Newbo City Market for this event. This event takes place during and after our annual parade.</p><p>This event is free!</p> 2017-11-30 14:00:00 -0600
6/29/199:00 a.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Jazz Under the Stars - Big Fun
<p>Iowa's Jazz Station, KCCK-FM presents "Jazz Under the Stars," Thursdays in August. Join your friends and family for four free, family-friendly concerts.</p><p>Jazz Under the Stars 2019 kicks off August 1 with the funky jazz sounds of <strong>Big Fun</strong> in Noelridge Park.</p><p>Bring your own picnic or enjoy tasty treats from one of our vendors!</p><p>Here is the full schedule:</p><p>Aug. 1 - Big Fun at Noelridge Park</p><p>Aug. 8 - Soul Sherpa at Noelridge Park</p><p>Aug. 15 - Christopher's Very Happy. Band at Noelridge Park</p><p>Aug. 22 - Funk Daddies at McGrath Auditorium</p><p><br></p>
8/01/197:00 p.m.Noelridge ParkCedar Rapids -
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Marion Arts Festival
<p>Experience collaborative, creative merrymaking at its finest. Join friends old and new 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. on Saturday, May 18th, 2019 in City Square Park for the free, fun, and family friendly 27th annual Marion Arts Festival.</p><p>The event features fifty fine artists hailing from coast to coast, a slate of emerging artists, and family activities, including wet clay play with the Iowa Ceramics Center. Add in specialty food vendors and a warm welcome from retailers and restaurants in Uptown Marion! </p> 2019-04-07 17:00:00 -0500
5/18/199:00 a.m.Marion City Square ParkMarion -
Welcome Signs
<p>Come on in! Welcome your family and friends with a welcome sign on your porch or entryway. You will be able to choose from a few different styles of painted-on designs to do. Materials fee $10.</p><p><strong>Please read: </strong><span> </span>Materials fee of $10 payable to instructor at class.</p><p>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2019-03-08 20:00:00 -06005/08/196:00 p.m.Kirkwood Community College, Horticulture/Floral CareersCedar Rapids -
Special Needs Rock 'N' Bowl
<p>The Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival is proud to offer this special event for community group homes, friends and family to enjoy time together. In its 5th year, the day will consist of bowling at Westdale Bowl and dancing to the tunes of B.A.M.! Productions and FREE open photo booth. Food will be available for purchase.</p> 2017-11-30 14:00:00 -0600
6/26/1911:00 a.m.Westdale Bowling Center & Lazer TagCedar Rapids -
Be a Hunger Hero
<p>Be a Hunger Hero and join the fun to benefit Mary’s Meals which provides meals to hungry children in 18 countries around the world. </p><p>This family-friendly event will have activities for all ages!! Located at the Solon Recreation & Nature Area.</p><p>- 5K run at 9 am </p><p>- 1 Mile walk at 10 AM</p><p>- Bags tournament at 10:30 AM</p><p>- Knockout Basketball competitions at 11:00 AM</p><p> </p><p>PLUS</p><p>- Kids super-hero training course, Bouncy house, Face painting</p><p>- Real life heroes - Local Firefighters and Johnson County K-9 unit</p><p>- Super hero cape making, Mini photo sessions</p><p>- Live entertainment</p><p>- Concessions</p><p> </p><p>For more information, find us on Facebook at "Be a Hunger Hero 2019” : <a href="https://www.facebook.com/events/831713827175152/">https://www.facebook.com/events/831713827175152/</a></p><p>Rain location - Solon St. Mary's Parish Hall</p><p>Register for Race & Bags at : <a href="http://getmeregistered.com/BeAHungerHero">http://getmeregistered.com/BeAHungerHero</a></p><p><br></p> 2019-04-18 12:00:00 -0500
5/11/199:00 a.m.Solon Recreation & Nature AreaSolon -
Kenwood Park Neighborhood Association Pancake Breakfast
<p>The Kenwood Park Neighborhood Association announces its Annual Pancake Breakfast to be held on Saturday, May 11, 2019 from 7:00 a.m. to 10:30 a.m. at the Kenwood Park United Methodist Church (175 34th Street NE). This annual event features pancakes, sausage, fruit and choice of drink. Cost is $5.00 for adults, $2.50 for children 6-12 and children 5 and under eat free. Proceeds from this annual fundraiser go to support KPNA’s activities for youth and families in the neighborhood including programs at Kenwood Leadership Academy and improvements at Kenwood Park. There will be a free flag exchange. Bring your torn or worn US flag and exchange it for a band new one. What a great way to celebrate spring. Bring your mother. Come join your friends and neighbors for a good breakfast. The pancakes, sausage and coffee will be hot. Hope to see you there.</p> 2019-04-12 10:30:00 -05005/11/197:00 a.m.Kenwood Park United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
Memory Café
<p><strong>Fee: none.</strong><strong> No registration.</strong></p><p>Membership Not Required</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Fridays</strong><strong>, 5/10, 6/14, 7/12, 8/9</strong></p><p><strong>10</strong><strong> - 11 AM in room 208</strong></p><p>Facilitator: Alzheimer's Association</p><p>Memory Café is a welcoming gathering place where people living with memory loss and their partners can come together to relax, socialize with others, and enjoy a cup of coffee, an activity, or a presentation.</p><ul><li>What to expect: peer support; social connections with individuals with shared experiences; an informal, relaxed, stigma-free environment; opportunities for education, support, enrichment, and friendship. </li><li>What not to expect: formal supervision or care service; support group facilitation. </li><li>Who should attend: Individuals concerned about their memory or who have been diagnosed with Mild Cognitive Impairment, Early Stage Alzheimer’s, Dementia, or a related disorder, and their friends and families.</li></ul> 2019-04-15 11:00:00 -05005/10/1910:00 a.m.The CenterIowa City -
Summer Family Art Workshop: Fun with Fanfrnochs
<p>A pot, animal bladder, and horse hair. That’s all you needed for this traditional Czech/Slovak instrument, the fanfrnoch. For a long time, those may have been on hand at home, but today it’s not so common. Today we will be learning how to make our own fanfrnoch out of recycled materials that you might find in your house today.</p> 2019-05-03 14:00:00 -0500
5/11/191:00 p.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Sunday Fun Day: Unicorn Hand Puppets
<p>The library is sorry and ashamed to admit that we missed Unicorn Day last month, so we are doing our best to make up for it with these fun unicorn hand puppets! Stop by the Storytime Room to create your own custom unicorn complete with flowing rainbow yarn hair, and after you're done you can ride off into the sunset with your magical mythical horned friend!</p><p>Sunday Fun Days are designed for children and their families to enjoy together.</p> 2019-05-02 16:00:00 -0500
5/19/192:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Weber Days: Storytime with Johnson County Fair Queen Caroline Young
<p>In anticipation of summertime and fairs and in celebration of Weber Days, we will have a special guest for a Fair-themed storytime today, Johnson County Fair Queen Caroline Young. After stories, songs and information about the fair, Caroline will introduce us to one of her animal friends from her family's farm!</p><p>This interactive storytime for all ages and stages combines books, rhymes, songs, and movement. Join us for fun and early literacy enrichment!</p><p>This program is part of ICPL’s Weber Days, a series of Local History programs and events honoring the memory and work of Iowa City Historian Irving B. Weber.</p> 2019-05-01 11:00:00 -0500
5/18/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
“My Name is Frances” Artist’s Reception & Display at Prairiewoods
<p>May is mental health awareness month, a time for fostering conversation and action around mental health issues and offering opportunities for holistic healing. Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) is honored to present the compelling visual narrative of an Iowa woman whose story went untold until her granddaughter’s moving images brought it into the light. “My Name is Frances,” by local artist and Prairiewoods’ friend Kathy Schumacher, will be on display in the Prairiewoods Center during the month of May. Join Kathy for an Artist’s Reception on May 8, beginning with an artist’s presentation at 4:30 p.m. Kathy will explain how, in 11 large charcoal images, she has recreated the devastating journey of her grandmother through the Iowa Asylum for the Insane in Independence in the 1940s. Kathy’s research of her grandmother’s medical records uncovered statements such as “they left me alone for hours” and “she had 21 electric shock treatments with no improvement.” These entries helped the artist connect deeply with her grandmother’s pain and have spoken powerfully to many who have viewed the collection in recent years and suffered the effect of mental health illness in their own families. Her art will help heal and catalyze us on the way toward greater compassion and action. Subject matter is appropriate for high school or college students, mental health professionals, pastoral counselors, book clubs, art enthusiasts and anyone interested in issues of mental health. A suggested donation of $5 will be accepted to help Prairiewoods continue to offer spiritual and educational programs for holistic health and healing. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2019-04-20 18:00:00 -0500
5/08/194:00 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
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Balloon Glow
<p>The Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival is proud to continue the tradition of this iconic event! Join us back at the Sinclair Levy - 1430 2nd Street SE! Watch the sun go down, listening to the tunes and enjoying time with friends and family. The purpose is to enjoy the "glow" and once it is safe, the caution tape is removed and patrons are able to get up close and personal with these amazing balloons and the balloonists as well! </p><p>Gates open at 5pm.</p><p><strong>Things to know: </strong></p><p><strong>Parking is extremely limited near the Sinclair Levy. Attendees are highly encouraged to shuttle to event. </strong></p><p><strong>Shuttle stops will be at Kingston Stadium, downtown locations - in front of White State Alehouse and EastBank Lounge, and Lot 44.</strong></p><p><strong>Handicap parking is available at the African American Museum.</strong></p><p>Soft sided coolers ONLY</p><p>No pets or fireworks (including sparklers)</p><p>Please treat the levy's property with respect.</p><p>Shuttles will take you to the entrances.</p><p>A Freedom Festival button is required for this event. Children 8 and under do NOT require a button. </p><p>The rain date for this event is scheduled for Thursday, June 27.</p> 2017-11-30 22:00:00 -0600
6/25/196:00 p.m.Sinclair LevyCedar Rapids -
Game Night at the library
<p>Join us for a family friendly evening of trying out different board games. We are having a game night on Tuesday, June 25th from 6:00-8:00 pm. </p><p>Games will be provided, but you are welcome to bring your favorite to share. </p> 2019-05-13 20:00:00 -05006/25/196:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Music Performance by Sean Gaskell
<p>Join us at the Hiawatha Public Library for a special music performance by Sean Gaskell. </p><p>Sean will be playing the West African kora. </p><p>Saturday, May 18th at 3:00. All are welcome to attend. </p> 2019-03-11 16:00:00 -0500
5/18/193:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Friends of the Marion Library Booksale
<p>It is time for the semi-annual book sale sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Our Friends group will have the best-ever selection of gently used books, music, and movies for your shopping pleasure. Book sale hours are 4-6 p.m. on Friday, May 17 (Friends members only: purchase a membership at the door for just $10!); 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, May 18; and 2:00-4 p.m. on Sunday, May 19, when you can pick up a bag of books for just $3.</p> 2019-05-03 18:00:00 -05005/17/194:00 p.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
Jazz Under the Stars - Christopher's Very Happy. Band
<p>Iowa's Jazz Station, KCCK-FM presents "Jazz Under the Stars," Thursdays in August. Join your friends and family for four free, family-friendly concerts.</p><p>August 15, it’s <strong>Christopher’s Very Happy. Band</strong>, led by Chris Merz from UNI.</p><p>Bring your own picnic or enjoy tasty treats from one of our vendors!</p><p>Here is the full schedule:</p><p>Aug. 1 - Big Fun at Noelridge Park</p><p>Aug. 8 - Soul Sherpa at Noelridge Park</p><p>Aug. 15 - Christopher's Very Happy. Band at Noelridge Park</p><p>Aug. 22 - Funk Daddies at McGrath Auditorium</p>
8/15/197:00 p.m.Noelridge ParkCedar Rapids -
CRFD 150th Anniversary OPEN HOUSE
<p>The Cedar Rapids Fire Department is hosting an OPEN HOUSE Saturday June 15 to celebrate its 150 years of service to the Cedar Rapids community. The event will be held on a Farmers' Market Day so plan to join the celebration before or after the market. Tours, safety information and family friendly activities will be available. FREE and open to all.</p> 2019-04-29 14:00:00 -0500
6/15/1911:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Fire DepartmentCedar Rapids -
Jazz Under the Stars - Soul Sherpa
<p>Iowa's Jazz Station, KCCK-FM presents "Jazz Under the Stars," Thursdays in August. Join your friends and family for four free, family-friendly concerts.</p><p>August 8, <strong>Soul Sherpa</strong> will shake it and shake it big in Noelridge Park.</p><p>Bring your own picnic or enjoy tasty treats from one of our vendors!</p><p>Here is the full schedule:</p><p>Aug. 1 - Big Fun at Noelridge Park</p><p>Aug. 8 - Soul Sherpa at Noelridge Park</p><p>Aug. 15 - Christopher's Very Happy. Band at Noelridge Park</p><p>Aug. 22 - Funk Daddies at McGrath Auditorium</p>
8/08/197:00 p.m.Noelridge ParkCedar Rapids -
Jazz Under the Stars - Funk Daddies
<p>Iowa's Jazz Station, KCCK-FM presents "Jazz Under the Stars," Thursdays in August. Join your friends and family for four free, family-friendly concerts.</p><p>August 22, Iowa’s legendary funk band, <strong>Funk Daddies</strong> returns to Jazz Under the Stars at McGrath Amphitheatre.</p><p>Bring your own picnic or enjoy tasty treats from one of our vendors!</p><p>Here is the full schedule:</p><p>Aug. 1 - Big Fun at Noelridge Park</p><p>Aug. 8 - Soul Sherpa at Noelridge Park</p><p>Aug. 15 - Christopher's Very Happy. Band at Noelridge Park</p><p>Aug. 22 - Funk Daddies at McGrath Auditorium</p>
8/22/197:00 p.m.McGrath AmphitheatreCedar Rapids -
Family Day at Turkey Creek Nature Center
<p>Enjoy outdoor activities for kids of all ages, experiencing the sights and sounds of creek life, learning about different prairie trees, plants, and finding answers to all of your outdoor questions! Outdoor environmental educators will be on hand. Refreshments provided.</p><p>Thank you to our sponsors! UICCU, South Slope Cooperative, ACT, Gay & Ciha Funeral and Cremation Service, Hills Bank and Trust Company, Kinzenbaw Earthmoving, Lensing Funeral & Cremation Service, Total Tree Care of Iowa City LC, U.S. Bank, AlphaGraphics North Liberty, AMPERAGE Marketing & Fundraising, B & H Builders, LLC, Casey’s General Store, Hart-Frederick Consultants PC, Hawkeye Title And Settlement Services, LLC, MMS Consultants, Inc., Sharon Telephone Company, VJ Engineering. Sponsorships available.</p> 2019-03-28 15:00:00 -0500
5/19/191:00 p.m.Turkey CreekSolon -
Family Nature Experience: Father’s Day Fun
<p><strong>Children, bring your father, grandfather, uncle or brother and the rest of the family for some family fun outdoors! During this program your whole family will participate in a hands-on activity under the guidance of a summer naturalist, like pond dipping, sweep netting for insects, a fossil dig, or a nature hike. Come dressed for the weather, as you’ll have fun outdoors no matter the conditions! This is a family-friendly program for all ages. Sturdy shoes recommended. Registration required. Fee: $3 per person; children under 3 are free</strong></p> 2019-04-05 14:00:00 -0500
6/16/191:00 p.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
Friends of the Marion Library Booksale
<p>It is time for the semi-annual book sale sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Our Friends group will have the best-ever selection of gently used books, music, and movies for your shopping pleasure. Book sale hours are 4-6 p.m. on Friday, May 17 (Friends members only: purchase a membership at the door for just $10!); 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, May 18; and 2:00-4 p.m. on Sunday, May 19, when you can pick up a bag of books for just $3.</p> 2019-05-03 16:00:00 -05005/18/1910:00 a.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
Family Nature Experience
<p><strong>During this program your whole family will participate in a hands-on activity under the guidance of a summer naturalist, like pond dipping, sweep netting for insects, a fossil dig, or a nature hike. Come dressed for the weather, as you’ll have fun outdoors no matter the conditions! This family-friendly program for all ages. Sturdy shoes recommended. Registration required. Fee: $3 per person; children under 3 are free</strong></p> 2019-04-05 14:00:00 -0500
6/02/191:00 p.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
Marion Parks Scavenger Hunt
<p>Marion Parks Scavenger Hunt<br>Family Fun: Visit four Marion parks and find items on scavenger hunt sheets. Sheets can be picked up at Lowe Park, Marion City Hall, or downloaded at www.cityofmarion.org. To receive prizes, families need to complete all four scavenger hunt sheets and turn in before August 9. Free event sponsored by The Friends of the Marion Parks.</p>6/01/1912:00 a.m.The Friends of the Marion ParksMarion -
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Marion Parks Scavenger Hunt
<p>Marion Parks Scavenger Hunt<br>Family Fun: Visit four Marion parks and find items on scavenger hunt sheets. Sheets can be picked up at Lowe Park, Marion City Hall, or downloaded at www.cityofmarion.org. To receive prizes, families need to complete all four scavenger hunt sheets and turn in before August 9. Free event sponsored by The Friends of the Marion Parks.</p>6/01/1912:00 a.m.The Friends of the Marion ParksMarion -
Marion Parks Scavenger Hunt
<p>Marion Parks Scavenger Hunt<br>Family Fun: Visit four Marion parks and find items on scavenger hunt sheets. Sheets can be picked up at Lowe Park, Marion City Hall, or downloaded at www.cityofmarion.org. To receive prizes, families need to complete all four scavenger hunt sheets and turn in before August 9. Free event sponsored by The Friends of the Marion Parks.</p>6/08/1912:00 a.m.The Friends of the Marion ParksMarion -
Marion Parks Scavenger Hunt
<p>Marion Parks Scavenger Hunt<br>Family Fun: Visit four Marion parks and find items on scavenger hunt sheets. Sheets can be picked up at Lowe Park, Marion City Hall, or downloaded at www.cityofmarion.org. To receive prizes, families need to complete all four scavenger hunt sheets and turn in before August 9. Free event sponsored by The Friends of the Marion Parks.</p>6/15/1912:00 a.m.The Friends of the Marion ParksMarion -
Marion Parks Scavenger Hunt
<p>Marion Parks Scavenger Hunt<br>Family Fun: Visit four Marion parks and find items on scavenger hunt sheets. Sheets can be picked up at Lowe Park, Marion City Hall, or downloaded at www.cityofmarion.org. To receive prizes, families need to complete all four scavenger hunt sheets and turn in before August 9. Free event sponsored by The Friends of the Marion Parks.</p>6/22/1912:00 a.m.The Friends of the Marion ParksMarion -
Marion Parks Scavenger Hunt
<p>Marion Parks Scavenger Hunt<br>Family Fun: Visit four Marion parks and find items on scavenger hunt sheets. Sheets can be picked up at Lowe Park, Marion City Hall, or downloaded at www.cityofmarion.org. To receive prizes, families need to complete all four scavenger hunt sheets and turn in before August 9. Free event sponsored by The Friends of the Marion Parks.</p>6/29/1912:00 a.m.The Friends of the Marion ParksMarion