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• Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad

  <p>This stirring drama, an accurate and deeply moving musical history lesson, is a classic tribute to the courageous brave American who freed herself and hundreds of others from the bonds of slavery.</p><p>As her story unfolds we learn of Harriet’s early years in slavery, her escape to freedom, and her time as a conductor on the Underground Railroad, a lifeline for slaves escaping to freedom. The North wins the war bringing emancipation to the slaves, but that does not end Harriet’s struggle for freedom as she continues fighting for everyone who suffers inequality. This performance is part of our Youth Matinee Series. <a href="https://www.center.iastate.edu/events/harriet-tubman-and-the-underground-railroad/">Tickets start at $4.</a></p>

  2/18/19 2019-02-18 10:00:00 -0600

  10:00 a.m.

  Stephens Auditorium

  Ames

  4

• Valentine’s Partner Yoga Workshop

  <p>We are pleased to lead you in a wonderful evening of PURE JOY! Want to find that loving &amp; respectful connection through touch with your partner, best friend, son or daughter. A vinyasa style, partner sequence is the perfect medicine for laughter and bonding in your evening. Partner is not required, come as your are or invite your loved one to join for added discount. Wine will be served afterwards.&nbsp;</p> 2019-01-25 20:00:00 -0600

  2/15/19 2019-02-15 18:30:00 -0600

  6:30 p.m.

  Toula Yoga

  Cedar Rapids

  30.0

• Rod and Custom Car Show

  <p><strong>Actor Lou Ferrigno (“The Incredible Hulk”), classic and unique vehicles headline the O’Reilly Auto Parts <em>50th Anniversary Rod &amp; Custom Car Show</em> Feb. 23-24 in Monticello, Iowa</strong></p><p>One of the Midwest’s longest running winter car shows returns to Monticello, Iowa, for the <em>50th consecutive year&nbsp;</em>to brighten up a cold February weekend. <strong>KCRG TV9 Presents the O’Reilly Auto Parts Rod &amp; Custom Car Show</strong> on Feb. 23-24. It’s affordable family fun featuring a new selection of street rods, custom cars, street machines, hot pickups, race cars and custom motorcycles.</p><p><br></p><p>The vehicles all will be competing for trophies from Magic Dry US and cash awards from Citizens State Bank.</p><p><br></p><p>Featured celebrity this year is actor and champion bodybuilder <strong>Lou Ferrigno</strong>. Ferrigno was only 21 when he won his first Mr. Universe title, a Guinness Book world record that stands to this day. After retiring from body building Lou created the TV role of “The Incredible Hulk.” He has appeared in numerous movies and TV shows. Most recently, he and his family started Ferrigno FIT – a community focused on positive habits, lifestyles, and ideas.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Lou Ferrigno will be available for autographs</strong> and photos Saturday from noon to 4 p.m. and 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. and from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Sunday.</p><p>The show is just as much about the spectators as the cars. Attendees can vote for People’s Choice Awards in Cars &amp; Pickups, Motorcycles and Model Cars. Attendees can also win gift cards from <strong>O’Reilly Auto Parts, Magic Dry US&nbsp;</strong>and <strong>Citizens State Bank.</strong></p><p>There’s lots to do at this year’s show:</p><ul>&nbsp;<li><strong>“Richard Petty” impersonator Ron Hill&nbsp;</strong>will bring a little bit of NASCAR to the show mingling as “The King” with attendees Saturday from 11noon to 4 p.m. and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.</li><li>3-D Sound Company <strong>DJ Dave Palmer</strong> will provide music and commentary and serve as awards MC at 6:30 p.m. Sunday;</li><li><strong>Caricature artist David Fliss,&nbsp;</strong>of Flissart Entertainment, will provide free portraits for attendees;</li><li>Balloon artist Wes Little, <strong>“Wes the Best”</strong> will entertain young and old with his unique inflatable creations;<span>&nbsp;</span></li><li><strong>ABC Supply Company</strong> will display the A.J. Foyt IndyCar;</li><li>A new selection of scale model cars will compete for trophies and model kits in the <strong>34th Annual Model Car Contest</strong>;<span>&nbsp;</span></li><li>You want good eats? The Monticello Eagles Club Ladies Auxiliary #4466 again will be serving their popular <strong>turkey dressing sandwiches</strong> along with other food and drink with profits going to community projects;<span>&nbsp;</span></li><li>Racers for Christ and Rodders for Christ will host a <strong>non-denominational chapel service</strong> at 8:30 a.m. Sunday with Team RFC Chaplain Dave Lupella as speaker;</li>&nbsp;</ul><p>Show hours are 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Saturday, 8 a.m. to 7 p.m. Sunday. Awards presentation is set for 6:30 p.m. Sunday. Admission is $10 for adults, $5 for children 12 and under. Children 12 and under are admitted free with a paid adult. Bring a can of food to benefit Four Oaks family programs and receive $1 off admission. <strong>Parking is free.</strong></p><p>Monticello is centrally located halfway between Cedar Rapids and Dubuque on <strong>U.S. Highway 151.</strong></p><p>For more information visit www.rodandcustomcarshow.com or phone (319) 465-5119. Show weekend phone is (319) 465-6640.</p> 2019-01-21 22:00:00 -0600

  2/23/19 2019-02-23 11:00:00 -0600

  11:00 a.m.

  Monticello Berndes Center

  Monticello

  10.0

• Great River Show Choir Invitational

  <p>The Great River Show Choir Invitational will sweep you away with the incredibly talented show choirs from across the Midwest. Come see these high school and junior high students sign, dance and delight!</p> 2019-01-15 23:00:00 -0600

  2/16/19 2019-02-16 08:00:00 -0600

  8:00 a.m.

  Adler Theatre

  Davenport

  5

• Diary of a Worm, a Spider & a Fly

  <p>Insects rule in the diaries of unlikely best friends: Worm, Spider and Fly. Worm eats his homework, Fly believes she has superpowers, and Spider can’t wait to grow up and molt.</p><p>This production, based on the books <em>Diary of a Worm, Diary of a Spider</em>, and <em>Diary of a Fly</em>, by Doreen Cronin, promotes eco-consciousness, earth science and tolerance of others. You might just find that a bug’s life is not all that different from your own in this joyful, hip musical. This performance is part of our Youth Matinee Series. <a href="https://www.center.iastate.edu/events/diary-of-a-worm-a-spider-a-fly/">Tickets start at $4.</a></p>

  4/05/19 2019-04-05 10:00:00 -0500

  10:00 a.m.

  Stephens Auditorium

  Ames

  4

• Let's Play Scrabble!

  <p>Join us for Scrabble once a week at Ladd Library! The game is on each Wednesday from 1-5 in the Community Room. New competitors are a plus. You can come in and play at any time during the session. Bring your own equipment if you like, but we will have some boards and dictionaries on site. All skill levels welcome!</p> 2019-02-20 16:00:00 -0600

  2/20/19 2019-02-20 13:00:00 -0600

  1:00 p.m.

  Ladd Library

  Cedar Rapids

  0.0 0

• Barn Dance

  <p>Everyone is welcome to the Barn Dance! Fun for all ages and abilities. No experience is necessary as all dances are taught and called. There's no fancy footwork involved, you simply walk through a series of movements you'll learn quickly with the help from the caller and experienced dancers. Even if you don't want to dance, come enjoy the old time music, provided by excellent local bands. The Barn Dance is open to all: singles, couples, and the entire family. Lessons available 7:30 PM; dance starts at 8 PM.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2019-02-23 22:30:00 -0600

  2/23/19 2019-02-23 19:30:00 -0600

  7:30 p.m.

  The Center

  Iowa City

  5

• STOMP

  <p>Stomp is a joyful, witty, and wordless show that has been seen all over the world. An eight-member cast with energy to burn creates beautiful music and sly humor with found objects: Zippo lighters, push brooms, wooden poles, hammer handles, garbage cans, inner tubes, matchboxes, and yes, even the kitchen sink. There’s no traditional narrative; both household and industrial objects find new life as musical instruments in this unique combination of percussion, movement, and visual comedy. It is a journey through sound, a celebration of the everyday, and a comic interplay of characters wordlessly communicating through dance and drum.</p><p>www.stomponline.com</p><p>Free CyberCafé Knapp Stage Pre-Show Concert 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.</p> 2018-08-06 21:00:00 -0500

  2/23/19 2019-02-23 19:30:00 -0600

  7:30 p.m.

  University of Dubuque Heritage Center

  Dubuque

  20

• Studio Experience Workshop--Glass Bugs and Birds!

  <h5><strong><em>Studio Experience Sessions: Clay and Warm Glass</em></strong></h5><p>This is a project oriented class intended to expose students to both clay and warm glass in our studio. &nbsp;This popular series for summer camps is now available once a month. &nbsp;Every month, participants will make a clay project (hand building using slabs and pinch pot techniques) <strong>and</strong> a warm glass project.&nbsp;</p><p>You will get both group and personal instruction. &nbsp;This is a great way for kids and parents alike to try <strong>both</strong> clay and warm glass in <strong>one session</strong> --without the commitment of an eight week class. &nbsp; Clay, glass, tools, firing, and instruction from our knowledgeable staff are included. Minimum age is 9 years old. All skill levels welcome. &nbsp;Projects will be available for pickup 2-3 weeks later.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h5><strong>Studio Experience</strong>: Clay Birds and Glass Bugs</h5><h5>Date: Saturday, <strong>February 16th</strong></h5><h5>Time: 10:30 am-1:00 &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp;&nbsp;</h5><h5>Cost is $35 per person</h5><p><br></p> 2019-01-16 12:00:00 -0600

  2/16/19 2019-02-16 10:30:00 -0600

  10:30 a.m.

  Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio

  Cedar Rapids

  35.0

• Family Film: The Fabulous World of Jules Verne

  <p>When genius scientist Professor Roche and his aide, Simon, are abducted by pirates, the professor doesn’t understand the gravity of the situation. But Simon realizes the pirates want to use a strong explosive for world domination. Simon tries to thwart the plans of the pirate captain, but little does he know that Professor Roche has a clever plan of his own.</p> 2019-01-18 15:30:00 -0600

  2/16/19 2019-02-16 14:00:00 -0600

  2:00 p.m.

  National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

  Cedar Rapids

  2

• Live Music: Chad Elliot at Vue Rooftop

  <p>Chad Elliott’s soulful, foot-stomping shows are incredible. His laid-back storytelling and his skillful fingerpicking weave well-crafted songs together for an evening of pure entertainment. Averaging more than 200 shows per year, Elliott has been on the road for nearly 20 years performing a blend of Americana, roots and country music.</p><p><br></p><p>Elliott has worked with many greats and shared the stage with artists of the highest caliber, including Odetta, Tom Paxton, Loudon Wainwright III, R.L. Burnside, Greg Brown, Bo Ramsey, Eric Church, Brantley Gilbert, Counting Crows, Ruthie Foster, Lonestar, Jimmy Vaughan, etc. He has won coveted awards including the Woody Guthrie Song Contest and Iowa Blues Challenge. He placed 3rd in the International Song Contest with his Americana song, "Same Old Way."</p> 2019-01-18 01:00:00 -0600

  2/16/19 2019-02-16 22:00:00 -0600

  10:00 p.m.

  Vue Rooftop

  Iowa City

  0.0 0

• Sunday Fun Day: Bald Eagles

  <p>This week we are celebrating President's Day by making paper Bald Eagles and streaming the live Decorah Eagle Cam through the Raptor Resource Center.</p><p>Sunday Fun Day is a stop in craft program designed for children and their caregivers.</p> 2019-02-08 16:00:00 -0600

  2/17/19 2019-02-17 14:00:00 -0600

  2:00 p.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

  0.0 0

• School's Out: Parachute Games

  <p>School's out for the day! Each School's Out program for children K-5 will give children the chance to try something new, fun (and maybe messy!). Today's School's Out program will feature a variety of games and activities using our 30 foot parachute!</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2018-11-18 11:30:00 -0600

  2/25/19 2019-02-25 10:30:00 -0600

  10:30 a.m.

  Downtown Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

  0.0 0

• Gearing Up for Kindergarten

  <p>Did you know that by age five 90% of your child’s brain will already be developed? Gearing up for Kindergarten focuses on different aspects of child development and empowers caregivers with resources to become their child’s first teacher and help children prepare to begin Kindergarten. Each workshop will begin with a FREE family meal, followed by an hour-long parent workshop and ending with a parent-child activity. Childcare is provided nearby during the parent workshop. This workshop offers an opportunity for caregivers to come together to share resources and experiences! Materials, food, and childcare are provided FREE of charge for this workshop.</p> 2019-02-18 19:30:00 -0600

  2/18/19 2019-02-18 17:30:00 -0600

  5:30 p.m.

  Marion Public Library

  Marion

  0.0 0

• Storytime

  <p>This interactive storytime for all ages and stages combines books, rhymes, songs, and movement. Join us for fun and early literacy enrichment!</p> 2019-02-18 11:00:00 -0600

  2/18/19 2019-02-18 10:30:00 -0600

  10:30 a.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

  0.0 0

• Valentine's Day Dinner / Dance

  <p>Church of Grace Youth Hosting Valentine's Day Dinner / Dance.</p><p>Date: February 16th, 2019, Place: Shellsburg Legion Hall</p><p>Time: 5:00 PM-6:00 PM Dinner, 6:00-8:00 PM Dance.</p><p>Menu: Roast Beef &amp; Pork Tenderloin, Mash Potatoes &amp; Gravy, Corn, Rolls and Tossed Salad.</p><p>Charge: Free Will Offering</p><p>Drawing and Door Prizes</p><p><br></p> 2019-01-21 20:00:00 -0600

  2/16/19 2019-02-16 17:00:00 -0600

  5:00 p.m.

  American Legion

  Shellsburg

  0.0 0

• Red Shoe Run/Walk 5K and Half Marathon

  <p>The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois “Red Shoe Run and Walk 5k and Half Marathon” will be celebrating its 35^th year in 2019! Participants can start checking in or register for the race at 7:00 am. The event will kick-off with a fun 100 yard dash for kids called “Ronald’s Run”. Soon thereafter the half-marathon and 5k officially starts! The route will take place on the streets and public trails of Iowa City and Coralville. Along the route will be water stations and “Cheer Zones” to root for the runners. Outside of the race we will have a Kids Zone that will include a bounce house, inflatable obstacle course, face painting, balloon animals, and representatives from the local children’s museum.</p> 2018-11-20 12:00:00 -0600

  5/05/19 2019-05-05 07:30:00 -0500

  7:30 a.m.

  Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois (RMHC-EIWI)

  Iowa City

  0

• Sunday Fun Day: African American Inventors

  <p>Celebrate Black history month by learning about Garrett Morgan and Dr. Patricia Bath. We'll make paper models of their most famous inventions, traffic lights and eye-healing lasers.</p><p>Sunday Fun Days are designed for children and their families to enjoy together.</p> 2019-02-12 16:00:00 -0600

  2/24/19 2019-02-24 14:00:00 -0600

  2:00 p.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

  0.0 0

• Storytime

  <p>This interactive storytime for all ages and stages combines books, rhymes, songs, and movement. Join us for fun and early literacy enrichment!</p> 2019-02-19 11:00:00 -0600

  2/19/19 2019-02-19 10:30:00 -0600

  10:30 a.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

  0.0 0

• Parenting Young Children

  <p>Parenting Young Children workshops offer families an opportunity to explore many different parenting topics. Participants will choose topics that are relevant to their everyday lives upon registration and the workshop will focus on these topics. Example topics include Ages and Stages, Positive Discipline, Parenting Strategies, Family Routines, Early Literacy, and much more! Each workshop will begin with a FREE family meal, followed by an hour-long parent workshop, and ending with a parent-child activity. Childcare will be provided nearby during the parent workshop. This workshop offers an opportunity for caregivers to come together to share resources and experiences! Materials, food, and childcare are provided FREE of charge for this workshop. For families with a child ages 0-5 years, siblings welcome!</p> 2019-02-20 19:30:00 -0600

  2/20/19 2019-02-20 17:30:00 -0600

  5:30 p.m.

  Mercy Medical Center

  Cedar Rapdis

  0.0 0

• It's Maple Syrupim' Time

  <p><strong><p dir="ltr">Bring the family for a maple syruping experience! Discover how easy it is to tap maple trees and make delicious maple syrup. This is a great family STEM science experience to learn about weather, tree physiology, and the chemistry of syrup making. Use the sugar maker’s tools to tap a tree, visit the Sugar House to learn how sap becomes syrup, and enjoy a taste of ICNC’s real maple syrup on ice cream. Programs are 60 minutes. ALL maple syruping programs will meet at the ICNC Barn (6665 Otis Road SE). Fee: $4. Ages 2 and under free.&nbsp;</p></strong></p><p><br></p>

  3/20/19 2019-03-20 14:00:00 -0500

  2:00 p.m.

  Indian Creek Nature Center Barn

  Cedar Rapids

  4.0

• Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

  <p>Follow that rabbit to a delightful, entertaining world f childhood fantasies. Alice journeys into a world of talking animals, comic royalty, and races where the contestants run in circles! There are also the Mad Hatter’s frantic tea party, the watch-carrying White Rabbit, and talking flowers. Along the way Alice must deal with a sneezing duchess and a baby that turns into a pig! The finale has Alice watching a trial, but she suddenly finds herself the accused!&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><em>Groups of 10 or more can save 15%; contact the Box Office for details.</em></p>

  3/08/19 2019-03-08 19:00:00 -0600

  7:00 p.m.

  Coralville Center for the Performing Arts

  Coralville

  12

• Alice's Adventures in Wonderland

  <p>Follow that rabbit to a delightful, entertaining world f childhood fantasies. Alice journeys into a world of talking animals, comic royalty, and races where the contestants run in circles! There are also the Mad Hatter’s frantic tea party, the watch-carrying White Rabbit, and talking flowers. Along the way Alice must deal with a sneezing duchess and a baby that turns into a pig! The finale has Alice watching a trial, but she suddenly finds herself the accused!&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p><em>Groups of 10 or more can save 15%; contact the Box Office for details.</em></p>

  3/09/19 2019-03-09 19:00:00 -0600

  7:00 p.m.

  Coralville Center for the Performing Arts

  Coralville

  12

• Pete the Cat

  <p>Can a groovy blue cat and the most organized second grader on earth ever be friends? Pete the Cat is sent to live with the Biddle family to learn his manners – and boy are they square! But life is an adventure no matter where you wind up for Pete, who gets the whole family rocking – almost. When young Jimmy Biddle draws a blank in art class during the stressful last week of school, it turns out Pete is the perfect friend to help him out. Join Jimmy and Pete as they both learn little something new about inspiration on an adventure of friendship, all the way to Paris and back in a VW Bus. This performance is part of our Youth Matinee Series. <a href="https://www.center.iastate.edu/events/pete-the-cat-2/">Tickets start at $4.</a></p>

  3/26/19 2019-03-26 12:30:00 -0500

  12:30 p.m.

  Stephens Auditorium

  Ames

  4

• The Sound of Music

  <p>The Tony, Grammy, and Academy Award winner for Best Score, The Sound of Music, will play Stephens Auditorium on March 28. The spirited, romantic and beloved musical story of Maria and the von Trapp Family will once again thrill audiences with classics like “My Favorite Things,” “Do-Re-Mi,” and “Climb Ev’ry Mountain.” A pre-show dinner is available for this performance. <a href="https://www.center.iastate.edu/events/the-sound-of-music/">Tickets start at $35.</a></p>

  3/28/19 2019-03-28 19:30:00 -0500

  7:30 p.m.

  Stephens Auditorium

  Ames

  35

• Butterfly: The Story of a Life Cycle

  <p>Celebrate the magical life cycle of the Monarch butterfly as larger-than-life puppetry is used to illustrate the microscopic world of insects. This production offers a magnified look at metamorphosis through the eyes of Mari the Monarch as she grows from a tiny egg to a beautiful butterfly! Hudson Vagabond Puppets, with support from the Jim Henson Foundation, incorporate dance and narration and bunraku-style puppetry to illustrate how Mari survives and thrives with the help of many friends. This performance is part of our Youth Matinee Series. <a href="https://www.center.iastate.edu/events/butterfly/">Tickets start at $4.</a></p>

  4/29/19 2019-04-29 10:00:00 -0500

  10:00 a.m.

  Stephens Auditorium

  Ames

  4

• Anne of Green Gables

  <p><em>When you imagine, sometimes you find what you need. When you imagine, you find a home.</em></p><p>Matthew Cuthbert and his sister Marilla want a boy to help with all of the chores around their farm on Prince Edward Island. They are certainly not expecting Anne Shirley, a headstrong and vivacious orphan with little more than a tattered carpet bag and a big imagination. Based on Lucy Maud Montgomery’s beloved novels, this heart-warming musical follows Anne on her unlikely journey to find the family and home she’s always wanted. This performance is part of our Youth Matinee Series. <a href="https://www.center.iastate.edu/events/anne/">Tickets start at $4.</a></p>

  5/09/19 2019-05-09 10:00:00 -0500

  10:00 a.m.

  Stephens Auditorium

  Ames

  4

• Barn Dance

  <p>Everyone is welcome to the Barn Dance! Fun for all ages and abilities. No experience is necessary as all dances are taught and called. There's no fancy footwork involved, you simply walk through a series of movements you'll learn quickly with the help from the caller and experienced dancers. Even if you don't want to dance, come enjoy the old time music, provided by excellent local bands. The Barn Dance is open to all: singles, couples, and the entire family. Lessons available 7:30 PM; dance starts at 8 PM.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2019-03-23 22:30:00 -0500

  3/23/19 2019-03-23 19:30:00 -0500

  7:30 p.m.

  The Center

  Iowa City

  5

• Barn Dance

  <p>Everyone is welcome to the Barn Dance! Fun for all ages and abilities. No experience is necessary as all dances are taught and called. There's no fancy footwork involved, you simply walk through a series of movements you'll learn quickly with the help from the caller and experienced dancers. Even if you don't want to dance, come enjoy the old time music, provided by excellent local bands. The Barn Dance is open to all: singles, couples, and the entire family. Lessons available 7:30 PM; dance starts at 8 PM.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2019-04-27 22:30:00 -0500

  4/27/19 2019-04-27 19:30:00 -0500

  7:30 p.m.

  The Center

  Iowa City

  5

• Milonga (Tango Dance Party)

  <p>Join us for a Milonga hosted by the Iowa City Tango Club. A Milonga is a festive time to concentrate on dancing, socializing, and enjoying food and refreshment with fellow dancers and friends. Dance, listen, and enjoy authentic Argentine tango music. Admission includes some snacks and non-alcoholic drinks. Feel free to bring your own favorite snacks or non-alcoholic beverage to share. Help with set-up and take-down is welcome.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2018-11-29 23:00:00 -0600

  3/02/19 2019-03-02 19:30:00 -0600

  7:30 p.m.

  Iowa City/Johnson County Senior Center

  Iowa City

  5.0