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Cedar Rapids Nativity Celebration

The first weekend of December each year, community members bring their nativity sets created by artists from around the world to the exhibit. Local choirs and instrumental groups perform Christmas music and provide a wonderful atmosphere. The Nativity Celebration is a non-denominational event open to everyone. For more information at schedules see www.crnativity.infoAdmission is FREE!We welcome guests to bring a canned/dry food item or an full-sized, unopened personal care item for donation to the Catherine McAuley Center.Come see the restored Armstrong-Smulekoff Nativity! The nearly life-size 12-piece white plaster nativity scene that graced the windows of Armstrong's Department Store and later of Smulekoff's Furniture over the past several decades is a Cedar Rapids treasure. It was considered lost due to damage from the 2008 flood, but after 230 hours of volunteer labor, it has been completely restored.If you want to display your Nativity (or Nativities) please contact Emmaly at fenren03@gmail.com. We have over 150 Nativities from around the world on display and always welcome more! 2021-11-06 19:00:00 -0500

12/04/21 2021-12-04 11:00:00 -0600

11:00 a.m.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Cedar Rapids

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Cedar Rapids Nativity Celebration

The first weekend of December each year, community members bring their nativity sets created by artists from around the world to the exhibit. Local choirs and instrumental groups perform Christmas music and provide a wonderful atmosphere. The Nativity Celebration is a non-denominational event open to everyone. For more information at schedules see www.crnativity.infoAdmission is FREE!We welcome guests to bring a canned/dry food item or an full-sized, unopened personal care item for donation to the Catherine McAuley Center.Come see the restored Armstrong-Smulekoff Nativity! The nearly life-size 12-piece white plaster nativity scene that graced the windows of Armstrong's Department Store and later of Smulekoff's Furniture over the past several decades is a Cedar Rapids treasure. It was considered lost due to damage from the 2008 flood, but after 230 hours of volunteer labor, it has been completely restored.If you want to display your Nativity (or Nativities) please contact Emmaly at fenren03@gmail.com. We have over 150 Nativities from around the world on display and always welcome more! 2021-11-06 21:00:00 -0500

12/03/21 2021-12-03 11:00:00 -0600

11:00 a.m.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Cedar Rapids

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Kids Gazette Cooking Series-December Edition

SPECIAL HOLIDAY EDITION! The Kids Gazette Cooking Series combines fun family time with delicious recipes. Easy to follow instructions with some great lessons sprinkled throughout. View every episode and start making some food craving memories!  Recipe cards available for download after every program. Thanks to Hills Bank and Iowa Pork Producers for their sponsor support! 2021-12-02 19:56:00 -0600

12/02/21 2021-12-02 15:56:00 -0600

3:56 p.m.

The Gazette
Cedar Rapids

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Kids Gazette Cooking Series-December Edition

SPECIAL HOLIDAY EDITION! The Kids Gazette Cooking Series combines fun family time with delicious recipes. Easy to follow instructions with some great lessons sprinkled throughout. View every episode and start making some food craving memories!  Recipe cards available for download after every program. Thanks to Hills Bank and Iowa Pork Producers for their sponsor support! 2021-12-03 19:56:00 -0600

12/03/21 2021-12-03 15:56:00 -0600

3:56 p.m.

The Gazette
Cedar Rapids

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Free First Saturday for Students

Students of all ages (preschool through college) are invited to visit the NCSML’s exhibits for free on the first Saturday of each month. College students must bring a current school ID card. 2021-12-04 16:00:00 -0600

12/04/21 2021-12-04 09:30:00 -0600

9:30 a.m.

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library
Cedar Rapids

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Kids Gazette Cooking Series-December Edition

SPECIAL HOLIDAY EDITION! The Kids Gazette Cooking Series combines fun family time with delicious recipes. Easy to follow instructions with some great lessons sprinkled throughout. View every episode and start making some food craving memories!  Recipe cards available for download after every program. Thanks to Hills Bank and Iowa Pork Producers for their sponsor support! 2021-12-04 19:56:00 -0600

12/04/21 2021-12-04 15:56:00 -0600

3:56 p.m.

The Gazette
Cedar Rapids

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Santa's Workshop at Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio

Our Santa’s Workshop series returns for 2021!  We invite you to come in and decorate a variety of Holiday Projects to celebrate the holiday season.  All projects are premade by our Resident Artists and bisque fired, making them ready for your own decorations–using our glazes/paints.  <a href="https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.35/yxx.937.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Untitled-1080-x-700-px.jpg">Click here</a> for photos of project options. All clay projects will then be clear coated with glaze and fired again in our kilns. Glass Ornaments will also be fired in our kilns to smooth all the edges. Projects will be ready for pickup exactly 2 weeks later.  Registration is available online and walk-ins are also welcome, space permitting.Santa's workshops are every Saturday and Sunday beginning November 20th through December 19th from 11:00am-12:00pm in our Studio.  We are offering the following projects in our Santa’s Workshop, upon registration you will need to choose which project to make. <table border="2"><tbody><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><h5>SANTA’S WORKSHOP PROJECT OPTIONS</h5></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><h5>DESCRIPTION</h5></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><h5>COST</h5></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><ol><li>Glass Tree Ornament</li></ol></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Each hand cut glass tree measures approximately 2.5″ – 3″. Using glass balls and small colored pieces of glass, you will create your unique tree ornament.   We will add a hanger to the back of your glass ornament for ease in hanging.</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$15</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><ol start="2"><li>Ceramic Holiday Ornaments (set of 2)</li></ol></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Each 2 piece set Includes: Reindeer & Gingerbread Person</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$20</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><ol start="3"><li>Ceramic Holiday Ornaments (set of 4)</li></ol></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Each 4 piece set will include: Reindeer, Santa, Holiday Tree & Gingerbread Person</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$35</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><ol start="4"><li>Ceramic Mug</li></ol></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Our Resident Artists have created mugs with handles on the wheel. All mugs are approximately 4”- 5”</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$30</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><ol start="5"><li>Ceramic Stein</li></ol></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Our Resident Artists have created steins with handles on the wheel. All steins are approximately 5”- 6”</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$35</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><ol start="6"><li>Clay Tree Luminary</li></ol></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Our Resident Artists have created cone shapes on the wheel to resemble a pine tree. Each tree measures 7”- 9” tall.  All Trees have holes in them to use as a luminary or night light.  There is even a cut out in the back to allow for a corded light (light not included).</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$30</td></tr></tbody></table> <a href="https://theceramicscenter.secure.force.com/events/CnP_PaaS_EVT__ExternalRegistrationPage?event_id=a0J6T00000fM9qJUAS" target="_blank">Register</a>We are so excited to welcome you back for 2021 Santa’s Workshop Series.  Participants in the Santa’s Workshop will work at tables to complete their projects in the classroom. All material is provided to complete your projects along with detailed instruction sheets.  All projects (except for the glass ornaments) are premade by our Resident Artists and bisque fired in our kilns, no two are exactly the same.  Location: The Santa’s Workshop at the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio (ICCGS), which is located on the first floor of in the historic Cherry Building in Cedar Rapids.Projects will be ready for pickup exactly 2 weeks later. Please note that participants will not be called or emailed to be reminded to pick up their work. All work left on our shelves after January 31st will be recycled.What to wear: Students should wear clothes they do not mind getting glaze on. Glaze will wash out of most material. 2021-12-05 00:00:00 -0600

12/05/21 2021-12-05 11:00:00 -0600

11:00 a.m.

Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio
Cedar Rapids

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Kids Gazette Cooking Series-December Edition

SPECIAL HOLIDAY EDITION! The Kids Gazette Cooking Series combines fun family time with delicious recipes. Easy to follow instructions with some great lessons sprinkled throughout. View every episode and start making some food craving memories!  Recipe cards available for download after every program. Thanks to Hills Bank and Iowa Pork Producers for their sponsor support! 2021-12-05 19:56:00 -0600

12/05/21 2021-12-05 15:56:00 -0600

3:56 p.m.

The Gazette
Cedar Rapids

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Kids Gazette Cooking Series-December Edition

SPECIAL HOLIDAY EDITION! The Kids Gazette Cooking Series combines fun family time with delicious recipes. Easy to follow instructions with some great lessons sprinkled throughout. View every episode and start making some food craving memories!  Recipe cards available for download after every program. Thanks to Hills Bank and Iowa Pork Producers for their sponsor support! 2021-12-06 19:56:00 -0600

12/06/21 2021-12-06 15:56:00 -0600

3:56 p.m.

The Gazette
Cedar Rapids

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Kids Gazette Cooking Series-December Edition

SPECIAL HOLIDAY EDITION! The Kids Gazette Cooking Series combines fun family time with delicious recipes. Easy to follow instructions with some great lessons sprinkled throughout. View every episode and start making some food craving memories!  Recipe cards available for download after every program. Thanks to Hills Bank and Iowa Pork Producers for their sponsor support! 2021-12-07 19:56:00 -0600

12/07/21 2021-12-07 15:56:00 -0600

3:56 p.m.

The Gazette
Cedar Rapids

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Kids Gazette Cooking Series-December Edition

SPECIAL HOLIDAY EDITION! The Kids Gazette Cooking Series combines fun family time with delicious recipes. Easy to follow instructions with some great lessons sprinkled throughout. View every episode and start making some food craving memories!  Recipe cards available for download after every program. Thanks to Hills Bank and Iowa Pork Producers for their sponsor support! 2021-12-08 19:56:00 -0600

12/08/21 2021-12-08 15:56:00 -0600

3:56 p.m.

The Gazette
Cedar Rapids

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Kids Gazette Cooking Series-December Edition

SPECIAL HOLIDAY EDITION! The Kids Gazette Cooking Series combines fun family time with delicious recipes. Easy to follow instructions with some great lessons sprinkled throughout. View every episode and start making some food craving memories!  Recipe cards available for download after every program. Thanks to Hills Bank and Iowa Pork Producers for their sponsor support! 2021-12-09 19:56:00 -0600

12/09/21 2021-12-09 15:56:00 -0600

3:56 p.m.

The Gazette
Cedar Rapids

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Kids Gazette Cooking Series-December Edition

SPECIAL HOLIDAY EDITION! The Kids Gazette Cooking Series combines fun family time with delicious recipes. Easy to follow instructions with some great lessons sprinkled throughout. View every episode and start making some food craving memories!  Recipe cards available for download after every program. Thanks to Hills Bank and Iowa Pork Producers for their sponsor support! 2021-12-10 19:56:00 -0600

12/10/21 2021-12-10 15:56:00 -0600

3:56 p.m.

The Gazette
Cedar Rapids

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Santa's Workshop at Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio

Our Santa’s Workshop series returns for 2021!  We invite you to come in and decorate a variety of Holiday Projects to celebrate the holiday season.  All projects are premade by our Resident Artists and bisque fired, making them ready for your own decorations–using our glazes/paints.  <a href="https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.35/yxx.937.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Untitled-1080-x-700-px.jpg">Click here</a> for photos of project options. All clay projects will then be clear coated with glaze and fired again in our kilns. Glass Ornaments will also be fired in our kilns to smooth all the edges. Projects will be ready for pickup exactly 2 weeks later.  Registration is available online and walk-ins are also welcome, space permitting.Santa's workshops are every Saturday and Sunday beginning November 20th through December 19th from 11:00am-12:00pm in our Studio.  We are offering the following projects in our Santa’s Workshop, upon registration you will need to choose which project to make. <table border="2"><tbody><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><h5>SANTA’S WORKSHOP PROJECT OPTIONS</h5></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><h5>DESCRIPTION</h5></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><h5>COST</h5></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><ol><li>Glass Tree Ornament</li></ol></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Each hand cut glass tree measures approximately 2.5″ – 3″. Using glass balls and small colored pieces of glass, you will create your unique tree ornament.   We will add a hanger to the back of your glass ornament for ease in hanging.</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$15</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><ol start="2"><li>Ceramic Holiday Ornaments (set of 2)</li></ol></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Each 2 piece set Includes: Reindeer & Gingerbread Person</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$20</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><ol start="3"><li>Ceramic Holiday Ornaments (set of 4)</li></ol></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Each 4 piece set will include: Reindeer, Santa, Holiday Tree & Gingerbread Person</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$35</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><ol start="4"><li>Ceramic Mug</li></ol></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Our Resident Artists have created mugs with handles on the wheel. All mugs are approximately 4”- 5”</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$30</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><ol start="5"><li>Ceramic Stein</li></ol></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Our Resident Artists have created steins with handles on the wheel. All steins are approximately 5”- 6”</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$35</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><ol start="6"><li>Clay Tree Luminary</li></ol></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Our Resident Artists have created cone shapes on the wheel to resemble a pine tree. Each tree measures 7”- 9” tall.  All Trees have holes in them to use as a luminary or night light.  There is even a cut out in the back to allow for a corded light (light not included).</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$30</td></tr></tbody></table> <a href="https://theceramicscenter.secure.force.com/events/CnP_PaaS_EVT__ExternalRegistrationPage?event_id=a0J6T00000fM9qJUAS" target="_blank">Register</a>We are so excited to welcome you back for 2021 Santa’s Workshop Series.  Participants in the Santa’s Workshop will work at tables to complete their projects in the classroom. All material is provided to complete your projects along with detailed instruction sheets.  All projects (except for the glass ornaments) are premade by our Resident Artists and bisque fired in our kilns, no two are exactly the same.  Location: The Santa’s Workshop at the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio (ICCGS), which is located on the first floor of in the historic Cherry Building in Cedar Rapids.Projects will be ready for pickup exactly 2 weeks later. Please note that participants will not be called or emailed to be reminded to pick up their work. All work left on our shelves after January 31st will be recycled.What to wear: Students should wear clothes they do not mind getting glaze on. Glaze will wash out of most material. 2021-12-11 00:00:00 -0600

12/11/21 2021-12-11 11:00:00 -0600

11:00 a.m.

Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio
Cedar Rapids

15
Kids Gazette Cooking Series-December Edition

SPECIAL HOLIDAY EDITION! The Kids Gazette Cooking Series combines fun family time with delicious recipes. Easy to follow instructions with some great lessons sprinkled throughout. View every episode and start making some food craving memories!  Recipe cards available for download after every program. Thanks to Hills Bank and Iowa Pork Producers for their sponsor support! 2021-12-11 19:56:00 -0600

12/11/21 2021-12-11 15:56:00 -0600

3:56 p.m.

The Gazette
Cedar Rapids

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Santa's Workshop at Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio

Our Santa’s Workshop series returns for 2021!  We invite you to come in and decorate a variety of Holiday Projects to celebrate the holiday season.  All projects are premade by our Resident Artists and bisque fired, making them ready for your own decorations–using our glazes/paints.  <a href="https://secureservercdn.net/198.71.233.35/yxx.937.myftpupload.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/12/Untitled-1080-x-700-px.jpg">Click here</a> for photos of project options. All clay projects will then be clear coated with glaze and fired again in our kilns. Glass Ornaments will also be fired in our kilns to smooth all the edges. Projects will be ready for pickup exactly 2 weeks later.  Registration is available online and walk-ins are also welcome, space permitting.Santa's workshops are every Saturday and Sunday beginning November 20th through December 19th from 11:00am-12:00pm in our Studio.  We are offering the following projects in our Santa’s Workshop, upon registration you will need to choose which project to make. <table border="2"><tbody><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><h5>SANTA’S WORKSHOP PROJECT OPTIONS</h5></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><h5>DESCRIPTION</h5></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><h5>COST</h5></td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><ol><li>Glass Tree Ornament</li></ol></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Each hand cut glass tree measures approximately 2.5″ – 3″. Using glass balls and small colored pieces of glass, you will create your unique tree ornament.   We will add a hanger to the back of your glass ornament for ease in hanging.</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$15</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><ol start="2"><li>Ceramic Holiday Ornaments (set of 2)</li></ol></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Each 2 piece set Includes: Reindeer & Gingerbread Person</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$20</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><ol start="3"><li>Ceramic Holiday Ornaments (set of 4)</li></ol></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Each 4 piece set will include: Reindeer, Santa, Holiday Tree & Gingerbread Person</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$35</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><ol start="4"><li>Ceramic Mug</li></ol></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Our Resident Artists have created mugs with handles on the wheel. All mugs are approximately 4”- 5”</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$30</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><ol start="5"><li>Ceramic Stein</li></ol></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Our Resident Artists have created steins with handles on the wheel. All steins are approximately 5”- 6”</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$35</td></tr><tr><td colspan="1" rowspan="1"><ol start="6"><li>Clay Tree Luminary</li></ol></td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">Our Resident Artists have created cone shapes on the wheel to resemble a pine tree. Each tree measures 7”- 9” tall.  All Trees have holes in them to use as a luminary or night light.  There is even a cut out in the back to allow for a corded light (light not included).</td><td colspan="1" rowspan="1">$30</td></tr></tbody></table> <a href="https://theceramicscenter.secure.force.com/events/CnP_PaaS_EVT__ExternalRegistrationPage?event_id=a0J6T00000fM9qJUAS" target="_blank">Register</a>We are so excited to welcome you back for 2021 Santa’s Workshop Series.  Participants in the Santa’s Workshop will work at tables to complete their projects in the classroom. All material is provided to complete your projects along with detailed instruction sheets.  All projects (except for the glass ornaments) are premade by our Resident Artists and bisque fired in our kilns, no two are exactly the same.  Location: The Santa’s Workshop at the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio (ICCGS), which is located on the first floor of in the historic Cherry Building in Cedar Rapids.Projects will be ready for pickup exactly 2 weeks later. Please note that participants will not be called or emailed to be reminded to pick up their work. All work left on our shelves after January 31st will be recycled.What to wear: Students should wear clothes they do not mind getting glaze on. Glaze will wash out of most material. 2021-12-12 00:00:00 -0600

12/12/21 2021-12-12 11:00:00 -0600

11:00 a.m.

Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio
Cedar Rapids

15
Kids Gazette Cooking Series-December Edition

SPECIAL HOLIDAY EDITION! The Kids Gazette Cooking Series combines fun family time with delicious recipes. Easy to follow instructions with some great lessons sprinkled throughout. View every episode and start making some food craving memories!  Recipe cards available for download after every program. Thanks to Hills Bank and Iowa Pork Producers for their sponsor support! 2021-12-12 19:56:00 -0600

12/12/21 2021-12-12 15:56:00 -0600

3:56 p.m.

The Gazette
Cedar Rapids

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Holiday Nights at Brucemore (Extended Self-Guided Tour)

Experience the evening ambience of the 1886 Queen Anne mansion by tree light while enjoying holiday music on the 1920s player pipe organ. Take a peek at how the Douglas family lived more than a century ago while exploring the three main floors plus basement Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar. This tour is a self-guided experience of the mansion with interpretive materials and family friendly interactives included. Stationary guides will be available to answer questions. Ticket Information:$15 per adult ticket$10 for per youth ticketBrucemore members receive a discount by logging in using the email associated with your membership. Call (319) 362-7375 for assistance or to purchase over the phone.Tickets will not be available for purchase at the door. Dates/Times:Thursday, December 2Sunday, December 5Thursday, December 9Sunday, December 12Thursday, December 16Sunday, December 19Entry times at 5:00 PM, 5:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, and 7:00 PM 2021-11-15 19:00:00 -0600

12/02/21 2021-12-02 17:00:00 -0600

5:00 p.m.

Brucemore
Cedar Rapids

15.0
Kids Gazette Cooking Series-December Edition

SPECIAL HOLIDAY EDITION! The Kids Gazette Cooking Series combines fun family time with delicious recipes. Easy to follow instructions with some great lessons sprinkled throughout. View every episode and start making some food craving memories!  Recipe cards available for download after every program. Thanks to Hills Bank and Iowa Pork Producers for their sponsor support! 2021-12-13 19:56:00 -0600

12/13/21 2021-12-13 15:56:00 -0600

3:56 p.m.

The Gazette
Cedar Rapids

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Holiday Nights at Brucemore (Extended Self-Guided Tour)

Experience the evening ambience of the 1886 Queen Anne mansion by tree light while enjoying holiday music on the 1920s player pipe organ. Take a peek at how the Douglas family lived more than a century ago while exploring the three main floors plus basement Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar. This tour is a self-guided experience of the mansion with interpretive materials and family friendly interactives included. Stationary guides will be available to answer questions. Ticket Information:$15 per adult ticket$10 for per youth ticketBrucemore members receive a discount by logging in using the email associated with your membership. Call (319) 362-7375 for assistance or to purchase over the phone.Tickets will not be available for purchase at the door. Dates/Times:Thursday, December 2Sunday, December 5Thursday, December 9Sunday, December 12Thursday, December 16Sunday, December 19Entry times at 5:00 PM, 5:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, and 7:00 PM 2021-12-05 19:00:00 -0600

12/05/21 2021-12-05 17:00:00 -0600

5:00 p.m.

Brucemore
Cedar Rapids

15.0
A Brucemore Christmas (Self-Guided Tour)

Enjoy the splendor of the 1886 Queen Anne mansion decorated in almost every room for Christmas. Take a peek at how the Douglas family lived more than a century ago while exploring the first three floors on your own at your own pace. This tour is a self-guided experience of the mansion with interpretive materials and family friendly interactives included. Stationary guides will be available to answer questions.After your tour, put on your hat and gloves to visit the grounds at no additional cost. The mansion grounds include a formal garden, a white garden, orchard, pet cemetery, and more that are especially beautiful after a snowfall. Ticket Information:$10 per adult ticket$5 for per youth ticket (up to age 18)Brucemore members receive a discount by logging in using the email associated with your membership. Call (319) 362-7375 for assistance or to purchase over the phone.Tickets may be available for purchase at the door, subject to limited availability. Dates/Times:Thursdays– Sundays, November 26 – December 30Entry times at 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:00 PMClosed December 24, 25, and 26 2021-12-02 15:00:00 -0600

12/02/21 2021-12-02 12:00:00 -0600

12:00 p.m.

Brucemore
Cedar Rapids

10.0
A Brucemore Christmas (Self-Guided Tour)

Enjoy the splendor of the 1886 Queen Anne mansion decorated in almost every room for Christmas. Take a peek at how the Douglas family lived more than a century ago while exploring the first three floors on your own at your own pace. This tour is a self-guided experience of the mansion with interpretive materials and family friendly interactives included. Stationary guides will be available to answer questions.After your tour, put on your hat and gloves to visit the grounds at no additional cost. The mansion grounds include a formal garden, a white garden, orchard, pet cemetery, and more that are especially beautiful after a snowfall. Ticket Information:$10 per adult ticket$5 for per youth ticket (up to age 18)Brucemore members receive a discount by logging in using the email associated with your membership. Call (319) 362-7375 for assistance or to purchase over the phone.Tickets may be available for purchase at the door, subject to limited availability. Dates/Times:Thursdays– Sundays, November 26 – December 30Entry times at 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:00 PMClosed December 24, 25, and 26 2021-12-03 15:00:00 -0600

12/03/21 2021-12-03 12:00:00 -0600

12:00 p.m.

Brucemore
Cedar Rapids

10.0
Kids Gazette Cooking Series-December Edition

SPECIAL HOLIDAY EDITION! The Kids Gazette Cooking Series combines fun family time with delicious recipes. Easy to follow instructions with some great lessons sprinkled throughout. View every episode and start making some food craving memories!  Recipe cards available for download after every program. Thanks to Hills Bank and Iowa Pork Producers for their sponsor support! 2021-12-14 19:56:00 -0600

12/14/21 2021-12-14 15:56:00 -0600

3:56 p.m.

The Gazette
Cedar Rapids

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A Brucemore Christmas (Self-Guided Tour)

Enjoy the splendor of the 1886 Queen Anne mansion decorated in almost every room for Christmas. Take a peek at how the Douglas family lived more than a century ago while exploring the first three floors on your own at your own pace. This tour is a self-guided experience of the mansion with interpretive materials and family friendly interactives included. Stationary guides will be available to answer questions.After your tour, put on your hat and gloves to visit the grounds at no additional cost. The mansion grounds include a formal garden, a white garden, orchard, pet cemetery, and more that are especially beautiful after a snowfall. Ticket Information:$10 per adult ticket$5 for per youth ticket (up to age 18)Brucemore members receive a discount by logging in using the email associated with your membership. Call (319) 362-7375 for assistance or to purchase over the phone.Tickets may be available for purchase at the door, subject to limited availability. Dates/Times:Thursdays– Sundays, November 26 – December 30Entry times at 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:00 PMClosed December 24, 25, and 26 2021-12-04 15:00:00 -0600

12/04/21 2021-12-04 12:00:00 -0600

12:00 p.m.

Brucemore
Cedar Rapids

10.0
A Brucemore Christmas (Self-Guided Tour)

Enjoy the splendor of the 1886 Queen Anne mansion decorated in almost every room for Christmas. Take a peek at how the Douglas family lived more than a century ago while exploring the first three floors on your own at your own pace. This tour is a self-guided experience of the mansion with interpretive materials and family friendly interactives included. Stationary guides will be available to answer questions.After your tour, put on your hat and gloves to visit the grounds at no additional cost. The mansion grounds include a formal garden, a white garden, orchard, pet cemetery, and more that are especially beautiful after a snowfall. Ticket Information:$10 per adult ticket$5 for per youth ticket (up to age 18)Brucemore members receive a discount by logging in using the email associated with your membership. Call (319) 362-7375 for assistance or to purchase over the phone.Tickets may be available for purchase at the door, subject to limited availability. Dates/Times:Thursdays– Sundays, November 26 – December 30Entry times at 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:00 PMClosed December 24, 25, and 26 2021-12-05 15:00:00 -0600

12/05/21 2021-12-05 12:00:00 -0600

12:00 p.m.

Brucemore
Cedar Rapids

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Holiday Nights at Brucemore (Extended Self-Guided Tour)

Experience the evening ambience of the 1886 Queen Anne mansion by tree light while enjoying holiday music on the 1920s player pipe organ. Take a peek at how the Douglas family lived more than a century ago while exploring the three main floors plus basement Tahitian Room and Grizzly Bar. This tour is a self-guided experience of the mansion with interpretive materials and family friendly interactives included. Stationary guides will be available to answer questions. Ticket Information:$15 per adult ticket$10 for per youth ticketBrucemore members receive a discount by logging in using the email associated with your membership. Call (319) 362-7375 for assistance or to purchase over the phone.Tickets will not be available for purchase at the door. Dates/Times:Thursday, December 2Sunday, December 5Thursday, December 9Sunday, December 12Thursday, December 16Sunday, December 19Entry times at 5:00 PM, 5:30 PM, 6:00 PM, 6:30 PM, and 7:00 PM 2021-12-09 19:00:00 -0600

12/09/21 2021-12-09 17:00:00 -0600

5:00 p.m.

Brucemore
Cedar Rapids

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Kids Gazette Cooking Series-December Edition

SPECIAL HOLIDAY EDITION! The Kids Gazette Cooking Series combines fun family time with delicious recipes. Easy to follow instructions with some great lessons sprinkled throughout. View every episode and start making some food craving memories!  Recipe cards available for download after every program. Thanks to Hills Bank and Iowa Pork Producers for their sponsor support! 2021-12-15 19:56:00 -0600

12/15/21 2021-12-15 15:56:00 -0600

3:56 p.m.

The Gazette
Cedar Rapids

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Paper Snowflakes: Christmas Star Class

Join me at the Cedar Rapids Nativity Celebration on Saturday, December 4th, from 11 am - 1 pm at 4150 Blue Jay Dr NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. We will be focusing on the Christmas Star as we develop our Paper Snowflake Skills.This is a family-friendly activity, no previous experience is required. Adult assistance will be needed for young children who are still developing scissor skills.The class is drop-in, not registration needed.  When the class is over view hundreds of location natvities, listen to local music groups and enjoy a few cookies to usher in the Christmas season!For more details about the Cedar Rapids Nativity Celebration, see <a href="https://fb.me/e/ehTi5jerd" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://fb.me/e/ehTi5jerd</a>This event is FREE! Guests are invited to bring a donation for the Catherine McAuley Center: canned/dry food items or full-sized personal care items are needed. 2021-11-27 13:00:00 -0600

12/04/21 2021-12-04 11:00:00 -0600

11:00 a.m.

The Church of Jesus Christ of Latter-day Saints
Cedar Rapids

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A Brucemore Christmas (Self-Guided Tour)

Enjoy the splendor of the 1886 Queen Anne mansion decorated in almost every room for Christmas. Take a peek at how the Douglas family lived more than a century ago while exploring the first three floors on your own at your own pace. This tour is a self-guided experience of the mansion with interpretive materials and family friendly interactives included. Stationary guides will be available to answer questions.After your tour, put on your hat and gloves to visit the grounds at no additional cost. The mansion grounds include a formal garden, a white garden, orchard, pet cemetery, and more that are especially beautiful after a snowfall. Ticket Information:$10 per adult ticket$5 for per youth ticket (up to age 18)Brucemore members receive a discount by logging in using the email associated with your membership. Call (319) 362-7375 for assistance or to purchase over the phone.Tickets may be available for purchase at the door, subject to limited availability. Dates/Times:Thursdays– Sundays, November 26 – December 30Entry times at 12:00 PM, 12:30 PM, 1:00 PM, 1:30 PM, 2:00 PM, 2:30 PM, and 3:00 PMClosed December 24, 25, and 26 2021-12-09 15:00:00 -0600

12/09/21 2021-12-09 12:00:00 -0600

12:00 p.m.

Brucemore
Cedar Rapids

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Breakfast with Santa

Enjoy breakfast at the North Pole with Santa himself! Join us on Saturday, December 18 at the new Hyatt Regency Coralville for a delicious holiday breakfast buffet, featuring a chef-crafted pancake station and made to order omelets.Kids will get to meet Santa, have a photo-op with him on his big ‘ol chair, enjoy holiday crafts and activities, plus take home a special gift!Don’t you worry parents, there’s fun stuff for you too – since you’re on the nice list, right? Each adult 21+ will receive a complimentary holiday-themed mimosa or bloody mary, and a cash bar will be available for seconds (or thirds, or fourths…).Two seatings will be available for reservations: 8:30am – 10am and 11am – 12:30pm.Pricing:Adults: $29.00Kids (4-12 years old): $15.00Kids (3 and under): Free Reservations are required: https://breakfast-with-santa-hyatt-coralville.eventbrite.com/. 72-hour cancellation required for any reservations. 2021-11-05 10:00:00 -0500

12/18/21 2021-12-18 08:30:00 -0600

8:30 a.m.

Hyatt Regency
Coralvile

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