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16 N Clinton Street, Iowa City1225 6th Ave., Ste 100, Marion
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Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
<p>CRIFF celebrates that people with ties to Iowa are in the film production industry everywhere. We provide a venue for for these filmmakers to screen their work for peers and general audiences, encourage Iowa independent filmmakers to continue improving their craft, present a unique cultural event to the community, and to offer networking opportunities for local and distant filmmakers.</p><p>Every entrant, whether selected or not, is welcome to one <strong>COMPLIMENTARY FULL-EVENT TICKET</strong>, and has the opportunity to schedule a personal <strong>CONVERSATION WITH THE JUDGES</strong>, on Sunday April 16. This rare opportunity for one-on-one feedback has long been a hallmark of the Festival, and is regarded by many filmmakers as the most valuable perk of entry. </p><p>Our rules are outlined in great detail on the FilmFreeway page, however there is one rule that sets us apart from any other film festival in the world: the <strong>IOWA CONNECTION</strong>. A big part of CRIFF is recognizing that people with ties to Iowa are in the production industry everywhere. We're looking for films from anywhere and by anyone, with an Iowa connection of some sort. That could be a crew or cast member who lived, worked or went to school in Iowa; a film that was produced, at least in part, in Iowa; or a story featuring an Iowa subject or Iowan (past or present, real or fictional). In past years, we've had films submitted from all across the US, and even from other countries. If you don't think your film qualifies, ask around...you just might have an Iowan on set!</p><p>In addition to being screened - twice - for our enthusiastic audience, Official Selections are honored with a commemorative <strong>T-SHIRT</strong> (with your name on the back), your entry featured in promotional statewide media, and advancement into the <strong>EDDY AWARDS</strong> competition. </p><p><strong>GOLD</strong> and <strong>SILVER EDDY Awards</strong> are presented in Professional, Pro-Am and Student categories for Features, Shorts, Documentaries, and "Freestyle" (experimental, music video, video art, etc.) films. We also award the <strong>AUDIENCE CHOICE EDDY</strong>, voted on by audience members. </p><p><strong>The IOWA CONNECTION EDDY</strong> is awarded to that film which best represents Iowa's filmmaking community. Simply, it is a film that tells the world WHO is making films in Iowa, WHY they're doing it in this state, and WHAT Iowa stories are being told. </p><p>Finally, the <strong>COLLINS ROAD THEATRES SCHOLARSHIP ($1000)</strong> is awarded each year to a student filmmaker in order to further the recipient's filmmaking education and career. </p> 2022-12-12 23:00:00 -0600
4/14/235:00 p.m.Collins Road TheatresMarion -
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Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival
<p>CRIFF celebrates that people with ties to Iowa are in the film production industry everywhere. We provide a venue for for these filmmakers to screen their work for peers and general audiences, encourage Iowa independent filmmakers to continue improving their craft, present a unique cultural event to the community, and to offer networking opportunities for local and distant filmmakers.</p><p>Every entrant, whether selected or not, is welcome to one <strong>COMPLIMENTARY FULL-EVENT TICKET</strong>, and has the opportunity to schedule a personal <strong>CONVERSATION WITH THE JUDGES</strong>, on Sunday April 16. This rare opportunity for one-on-one feedback has long been a hallmark of the Festival, and is regarded by many filmmakers as the most valuable perk of entry. </p><p>Our rules are outlined in great detail on the FilmFreeway page, however there is one rule that sets us apart from any other film festival in the world: the <strong>IOWA CONNECTION</strong>. A big part of CRIFF is recognizing that people with ties to Iowa are in the production industry everywhere. We're looking for films from anywhere and by anyone, with an Iowa connection of some sort. That could be a crew or cast member who lived, worked or went to school in Iowa; a film that was produced, at least in part, in Iowa; or a story featuring an Iowa subject or Iowan (past or present, real or fictional). In past years, we've had films submitted from all across the US, and even from other countries. If you don't think your film qualifies, ask around...you just might have an Iowan on set!</p><p>In addition to being screened - twice - for our enthusiastic audience, Official Selections are honored with a commemorative <strong>T-SHIRT</strong> (with your name on the back), your entry featured in promotional statewide media, and advancement into the <strong>EDDY AWARDS</strong> competition. </p><p><strong>GOLD</strong> and <strong>SILVER EDDY Awards</strong> are presented in Professional, Pro-Am and Student categories for Features, Shorts, Documentaries, and "Freestyle" (experimental, music video, video art, etc.) films. We also award the <strong>AUDIENCE CHOICE EDDY</strong>, voted on by audience members. </p><p><strong>The IOWA CONNECTION EDDY</strong> is awarded to that film which best represents Iowa's filmmaking community. Simply, it is a film that tells the world WHO is making films in Iowa, WHY they're doing it in this state, and WHAT Iowa stories are being told. </p><p>Finally, the <strong>COLLINS ROAD THEATRES SCHOLARSHIP ($1000)</strong> is awarded each year to a student filmmaker in order to further the recipient's filmmaking education and career. </p> 2023-04-15 23:00:00 -0500
4/15/235:00 p.m.Collins Road TheatresMarion -
Young Playwright Festival
<p>In collaboration with area schools, Black Hawk Children’s Theatre is supporting the voices and talents of young artists in our community by helping them bring their thoughts and stories to the stage.</p> 2023-01-19 15:30:00 -0600
4/01/232:00 p.m.Hope Martin TheatreWaterloo -
Young Playwright Festival
<p>In collaboration with area schools, Black Hawk Children’s Theatre is supporting the voices and talents of young artists in our community by helping them bring their thoughts and stories to the stage.</p> 2023-01-19 20:30:00 -0600
3/31/237:00 p.m.Hope Martin TheatreWaterloo -
Young Playwright Festival
<p>In collaboration with area schools, Black Hawk Children’s Theatre is supporting the voices and talents of young artists in our community by helping them bring their thoughts and stories to the stage. </p> 2023-01-19 15:30:00 -0600
4/02/232:00 p.m.Hope Martin TheatreWaterloo -
Festival of Bands Gala Concert
<p>The Coe College Concert Band and Wind Ensemble will perform with guest conductor Quincy Hilliard.</p> 2023-01-23 21:00:00 -0600
4/01/238:00 p.m.Coe College Sinclair AuditoriumCedar Rapids -
Coe College Playwriting Festival Reading
<p>Every two years, the Coe College Theatre Department conducts a national playwriting contest and awards a prize to the winning playwright. Past winners have included Lauren Yee, Em Lewis, and Jayne Deeley, all playwrights with a national presence.</p><p>We are pleased to announce this year's winning play is <em>Westminster</em> by Brenda Withers.</p><p>The reading of <em>Westminster </em>will be presented, under the direction of Leslie Charipar, in the Mills Theatre on March 24 at 7:30 PM.</p> 2023-01-23 21:00:00 -0600
3/24/237:30 p.m.Coe College, Dows Fine Arts Center, Dows TheaterCedar Rapids -
Keyboard Festival: Faculty & Student Concert
<p>Coe College Faculty Keyboard Ensemble perform with Coe students. Daehler-Kitchin Auditorium in Marquis Hall.</p> 2023-01-23 20:00:00 -0600
2/04/237:00 p.m.Coe College- Daehler-Kitchin Auditorium in Marquis HallCedar Rapids -
Festival of Bands: Junior and Senior Honor Band Concert
<p>The Coe College Festival Band's Elementary, Junior and Senior Honor Bands feature students nominated and selected from schools around the state. Each year, a guest composer is invited to work with the selected students on the composers own pieces and then conduct their pieces at the final concerts. In addition to working with the guest composer, students selected for the 16th Annual Coe College Elementary Honor Band will rehearse with a guest conductor. The Coe College Junior Honor Band will be directed by <a data-cke-saved-href="{CCM:BASE_URL}/academics/majors-areas-study/music/faculty/steve-shanley" href="{CCM%3ABASE_URL}/academics/majors-areas-study/music/faculty/steve-shanley">Steve Shanley</a> and the Coe College Senior Honor Band will be directed by <a data-cke-saved-href="https://public.coe.edu/%7Ewcarson/vita.htm" href="https://public.coe.edu/%7Ewcarson/vita.htm"> Dr. William S. Carson</a>.</p><p>For tickets, go to <a data-cke-saved-href="http://www.coe.edu/box-office" href="http://www.coe.edu/box-office">www.coe.edu/box-office</a> or call the Coe College Box Office at 319.399.8600. General admission $7; under 18, over 65, $5. Free to Coe College faculty, staff and students with college ID.</p> 2023-01-23 17:00:00 -0600
4/02/234:00 p.m.Coe College Sinclair AuditoriumCedar Rapids -
Festival of Bands: Elementary Honor Band ConcertThe Coe College Festival Band's Elementary, Junior and Senior Honor Bands feature students nominated and selected from schools around the state. Each year, a guest composer is invited to work with the select
<p>The Coe College Festival Band's Elementary, Junior and Senior Honor Bands feature students nominated and selected from schools around the state. Each year, a guest composer is invited to work with the selected students on the composers own pieces and then conduct their pieces at the final concerts. In addition to working with the guest composer, students selected for the 16th Annual Coe College Elementary Honor Band will rehearse with a guest conductor. The Coe College Junior Honor Band will be directed by <a data-cke-saved-href="{CCM:BASE_URL}/academics/majors-areas-study/music/faculty/steve-shanley" href="{CCM%3ABASE_URL}/academics/majors-areas-study/music/faculty/steve-shanley">Steve Shanley</a> and the Coe College Senior Honor Band will be directed by <a data-cke-saved-href="https://public.coe.edu/%7Ewcarson/vita.htm" href="https://public.coe.edu/%7Ewcarson/vita.htm"> Dr. William S. Carson</a>.</p><p>For tickets, go to <a data-cke-saved-href="http://www.coe.edu/box-office" href="http://www.coe.edu/box-office">www.coe.edu/box-office</a> or call the Coe College Box Office at 319.399.8600. General admission $7; under 18, over 65, $5. Free to Coe College faculty, staff and students with college ID.</p> 2023-01-23 17:00:00 -0600
4/01/234:00 p.m.Coe College Sinclair AuditoriumCedar Rapids -
Cedar Rapids Mental Health Expo Presented By: The Living Undeterred Project, Area Substance Abuse Council & Linn County Mental Health Access Center
<p>Join us for a day of advocacy, education & exploration in the world of mental health, addiction, recovery & wellness. </p><p>- Resource Booths<br>- Interactive Activities<br>- Workshops<br>- Keynote Speakers<br>- Networking<br>- & More!</p><p><strong>Event Is Free to Public -</strong> <strong>Registration Required</strong></p><p>Keynote Speakers Include: </p><p><strong>Ryan Hampton</strong><br>A prominent advocate, speaker, author, and media commentator, Ryan Hampton travels coast-to-coast to add solutions to our national addiction crisis. In recovery from a decade-long opioid addiction, Hampton has rocketed to the center of America’s rising addiction recovery advocacy movement. An alumnus of the Clinton White House, he’s worked with multiple non-profits and national recovery advocacy campaigns. He is now a prominent, leading face and voice of recovery advocacy and is changing the national conversation about addiction.</p><p><strong>Kenyon Murray</strong><br>Former Hawkeye Basketball player, father and mental health advocate, Kenyon Murray will discuss mental health in the athletic arena. Through is own experience and the experiences of this three children, Kenyon has insight on the impact of social media, fan behavior, and notoriety in young athletes.</p><p><strong>Jeff Johnston</strong><br>Cedar Rapids native and local entrepreneur, Jeff Johnston has run a successful financial services firm in Cedar Rapids for over 32 years. In 2016, Jeff lost his son, Seth, to fentanyl poisoning, and in 2021, lost his wife Prudence, to alcoholism. Jeff has dedicated the last 6 years of his life to spreading awareness about substance use disorders & mental health. In 2020 he founded the Living Undeterred Project, a non-profit aimed at addiction prevention & mental health advocacy. During the summer of 2022, Jeff completed a 95-day journey across the United States to change the narrative on mental health, substance abuse & addiction. He is currently a board member with the Rotary Action Group for Addiction Prevention.</p><p><strong>More Speakers To Be Announced Soon!</strong></p> 2022-11-18 15:30:00 -0600
5/06/238:30 a.m.The Kirkwood CenterCedar Rapids -
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Mardi Gras Bus Trip
<p>Attend Masopust 2023 in Calmar, IA with Woosley Tours! The Czech Heritage Partnership will host its 17<sup>th</sup> Annual Czech Mardi Gras festival featuring live music, live and silent auctions, costumes, beer, and a traditional Czech dinner. A tour bus will depart from the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library outdoor parking lot in Czech Village. Register by January 15.</p> 2022-12-21 21:30:00 -0600
2/18/2311:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Kalona Quilt Shoe & Sale
<p>Over 200 new and antique hand-quilted quilts on display and for sale. Raffle quilts and other vendors.</p> 2023-01-26 15:00:00 -0600
4/29/239:00 a.m.Kalona Community CenterKALONA