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16 N Clinton Street, Iowa City201 Washington St , Iowa City
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Amana Woodfest
<p><strong>2019 AMANA WOODFEST!</strong> <em>August 23-25</em> A festival of and about WOOD! Woodcrafters of all types from throughout the Midwest. Ongoing demonstrations, shop for furniture, home and garden décor, toys, bowls, carvings, tools and more. We are seeking wood vendors/artisans for this 3 day event. It will be located at the Amana RV Park, Amana IA in an air conditioned building.</p><p>If interested please go to <a href="http://www.amanaartsguild.com/">AmanaArtsGuild.com </a>for the registration form.</p><p>Handcrafted wood items, tools and equipment, demonstrations and sales. Come shop, browse, learn from and visit with regional and national woodcrafters and wood product vendors.</p><p>$1 admission (free for children). Air-conditioned buildings. Parking & Food on site. Handicapped accessible.</p><p><em>Sponsored by the Amana Arts Guild.</em></p> 2019-06-17 17:00:00 -0500
8/23/1910:00 a.m.Amana RV Park and Event CenterAmana -
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Kalona Bluegrass Festival
<ul><li data-name="dates">Dates: July 19, 2019 - July 21, 2019</li></ul><p>Bluegrass Musicians play all weekend at this lovely outdoor venue. Concessions, camping with hookups, Bring your lawn chair and enjoy some of the areas finest. Friday starts at 7 pm. Saturday from 1 - 7 pm, Sunday morning workshop at 10 am followed by potluck and music until around 1 pm. See poster for band line-up.<br><a href="http://banjoy.com/kalonabluegrassfestival/">http://banjoy.com/kalonabluegrassfestival/</a> </p><p>Held at Windmill Ridge Campground, <span itemprop="streetAddress">3114 140th Street, Kalona, Iowa 52247 - off highway 1, 2 miles south of Kalona and 1 mile west.</span></p>7/19/197:00 p.m.Windmill Ridge CampgroundKalona -
Moon Party
<p>Help us celebrate the 50th Anniversary of the Apollo 11 Moon Landing! We will watch this historic event and partake in related lunar festivities! Kids and their caregivers are welcome to attend this free event. </p> 2019-06-06 11:30:00 -0500
7/20/1910:30 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Festival of the Arts
<p>The Amana Arts Guild will sponsor its Festival of the Arts on Saturday August 10, 2019 from 10 AM – 5 PM, Amana Iowa. <u>NEW VENUE</u>! Market Barn area in Amana 707-46<sup>th</sup> Ave. <u>NEW VENUE</u>!</p><p>This special event will feature sales of fine arts, crafts and traditional Colony folk arts by local and guest artists. A unique part of the festival will be demonstrations as visitors will enjoy observing: woodturning, quilting, tinsmithing, basket-making, spinning and painting.</p><p>Guests will also enjoy local foods such as Amana bratwurst, sauerkraut, homemade apple fritters and baked goods along with the Amana Heritage Museum’s potato pancakes and a special homemade rhubarb drink.</p><p>Entertainment throughout the day</p><p>Also the children can enjoy an art corner.</p><p>Friend of the Arts Award presentation at 4:00</p><p>This is a juried event and new artisans are welcome for more information call or email:</p><p>Amana Arts Guild: 319 622-3678</p><p>E-mail: amanarts@southslope.net</p> 2018-01-24 17:00:00 -0600
8/10/1910:00 a.m.Market BarnAmana -
Morning Dew Art and Flea Festival
<p>Join Bloomsbury Farm at their annual “Morning Dew Art & Flea Festival” as they host over 65 makers, pickers, artists, painters, drawers, and more as vendors! There are so many unique finds here that you cannot find anywhere else! Antiques, hand-made, repurposed, upcycled, jewelry, soaps, honey, crafting, flowers…the list goes on and on! We will also have our Farm activities up and running for guests to enjoy, as well as melon shooting out of our huge cannon! Concessions and wine room will be open for some delectable grub. You do not want to miss this amazing Summer Festival!<span> </span></p><p><span>Please click this link for more information - https://www.facebook.com/events/237888010262722/</span></p> 2019-04-08 18:00:00 -0500
7/26/1912:00 p.m.Bloomsbury FarmAtkins -
Morning Dew Art and Flea Festival
<p>Join Bloomsbury Farm at their annual “Morning Dew Art & Flea Festival” as they host over 65 makers, pickers, artists, painters, drawers, and more as vendors! There are so many unique finds here that you cannot find anywhere else! Antiques, hand-made, repurposed, upcycled, jewelry, soaps, honey, crafting, flowers…the list goes on and on! We will also have our Farm activities up and running for guests to enjoy, as well as melon shooting out of our huge cannon! Concessions and wine room will be open for some delectable grub. You do not want to miss this amazing Summer Festival!<span> </span></p><p><span>Please click this link for more information - https://www.facebook.com/events/237888010262722/</span></p> 2019-07-27 18:00:00 -0500
7/27/1912:00 p.m.Bloomsbury FarmAtkins -
Rock Music Festival
<p>July 27th - 3 Bands, 1 Day from 2pm until 12am</p><p>CR Mixers 2pm - 4pm</p><p>Well Strung 5pm - 7pm </p><p>New Trick 8pm - 12am </p><p>Outdoor - gate opens at 1pm</p><p>Food for purchase/Beer and Drinks for purchase</p><p>Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the show! </p><p>Coolers and Outside food and drink will be allowed. </p><p>All ages welcome $5 entry fee kids under 10 are free. </p> 2019-07-17 23:59:00 -05007/27/192:00 p.m.Regal Crown Reception HallLisbon -
Garnett Place Annual Block Party
<p>Annual Block Party<br>Saturday, July 27 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m.<br>Join us for a festival of food and fun all celebrated under the sun. Celebrate summer with a block party that's perfect for your family, friends and the whole community!<br><br></p> 2019-07-13 01:00:00 -05007/27/1911:00 a.m.Garnett Place Retirement CommunityCedar Rapids -
Star Trek Film Festival
<p>What better way to celebrate the ICPL's Summer Reading Program's theme "Universe of Stories" than with a Star Trek Movie Festival!</p><p>Noon: Star Trek II: The Wrath of Kahn Directed by Nicholas Meyer, starring William Shatner<br>With the assistance of the Enterprise crew, Admiral Kirk must stop an old nemesis, Khan Noonien Singh, from using the life-generating Genesis Device as the ultimate weapon.</p><p>2:00pm Star Trek: First Contact Directed by Jonathan Frakes, starring Patrick Stewart<br>The Borg travel back in time intent on preventing Earth's first contact with an alien species. Captain Picard and his crew pursue them to ensure that Zefram Cochran makes his maiden flight reaching warp speed.</p><p>4:00pm Star Trek (2009) Directed by J.J. Abrams, starring Chris Pine<br>The brash James T. Kirk tries to live up to his father's legacy with Mr. Spock keeping him in check as a vengeful Romulan from the future creates black holes to destroy the Federation one planet at a time.</p> 2019-07-09 18:00:00 -0500
7/27/1912:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Villages of Amana Christmas Haus Walk
<p>Amana Arts Guild will host the Christmas Haus Tour this year. It is an event filled with lovely traditions and whimsical surprises. During this festive season the Amana Arts Guild welcomes visitors to its 13th annual Christmas Tour of homes. Progress has not eradicated the town’s treasured traditions and quaint customs. Amana’s cedar sided, limestone and time bleached brick buildings have weathered for over 150 years. Tour private homes decorated for the holidays and take part in the ambience of Christmas in the Amana Colonies. Visit with homeowners and get to know the colonies in a whole new way while you visit homes with stories as remarkable and varied as the colonies themselves.</p> 2018-01-25 16:00:00 -0600
12/07/1910:00 a.m.Amana ColoniesAmana -
Villages of Amana Christmas Haus Tour
<p>Amana Arts Guild will host the Christmas Haus Tour this year. It is an event filled with lovely traditions and whimsical surprises. During this festive season the Amana Arts Guild welcomes visitors to its 12th annual Christmas Tour of homes. Progress has not eradicated the town’s treasured traditions and quaint customs. Amana’s cedar sided, limestone and time bleached brick buildings have weathered for over 150 years. Tour private homes decorated for the holidays and take part in the ambience of Christmas in the Amana Colonies. Visit with homeowners and get to know the colonies in a whole new way while you visit homes with stories as remarkable and varied as the colonies themselves.</p> 2018-01-25 16:00:00 -0600
12/08/191:00 p.m.Amana ColoniesAmana -
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UI Summer Writing Festival Weekly Reading
<p>Join participants from the University of Iowa’s Summer Writing Program as they share new works and works in progress. This event is free and open to the public. BYOB. Cups and bottle openers provided.</p> 2019-07-24 20:30:00 -0500
7/24/197:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Woodfest
<p>WOODFEST! Amana RV Park, August 23-25, 2019 A festival of and about WOOD! Woodcrafters of all types from throughout the Midwest . Ongoing demonstrations, shop for furniture, home and garden décor, toys, bowls, carvings, tools and more. We are seeking wood vendors/artisans for this 3 day event. It will be located at the Amana RV Park, Amana IA in an air conditioned building.</p><p>If interested please go to <a href="http://www.amanaartsguild.com/">http://www.amanaartsguild.com/</a> for the registration form.</p><p>Handcrafted wood items, tools and equipment, demonstrations and sales. Come shop, browse, learn from and visit with regional and national woodcrafters and wood product vendors.</p><p>$1 admission, children free. Air-conditioned buildings. Food on site. Nearby parking, Handicapped accessible.</p><p>Sponsored by the Amana Arts Guild.</p> 2017-04-20 17:00:00 -0500
8/23/1911:00 p.m.Amana Colonies RV Park & Event CenterAmana -
Cedar Rapids Brewing Society Drink Local Festival
<p>The Cedar Rapids Brewing Society (formerly the Beer Nuts) would like to invite you to our 8th annual beer festival. In 2018 we hosted 18 Iowa craft breweries and nine home brew clubs at our event, and 2019 is proving to be even bigger, and better. </p><p>Tickets are $25 at <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/cedar-rapids-brewing-society-drink-local-festival-tickets-60266092505">Eventbrite.com</a>, or $30 at the door.</p><p>Check our Facebook page, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CedarRapidsBrewingSociety/">Cedar Rapids Brewing Society</a>, our our <a href="https://cedarrapidsbrewingsociety.org/">web page</a> for updates.</p><p>Music - The Analog Vault</p><p>Food - The Sausage Foundry</p> 2019-06-20 17:00:00 -0500
8/17/191:00 p.m.Benz Beverage DepotCedar Rapids -
45th Annual Central City Bluegrass Festival
<p>BMAI 45<sup>th</sup> Annual Central City Bluegrass Festival</p><p>August 22 – 24, 2019</p><p>Bands from 3 states</p><p>Linn County Fairgrounds</p><p>201 Central City Road</p><p>Central City, IA 52214</p><p>Thursday 6pm pot luck & jam session are free</p><p>Friday show $20, starts at 7pm</p><p>Saturday 2 shows $25 at 1pm & 7pm</p><p>Saturday evening show $20 after 6pm</p><p>Weekend pass $40</p><p>Children 13-16 $5 per day</p><p>Children 12 & under free</p><p> </p><p>Jamming is encouraged and guest bands are welcome.</p><p>Festival in A/C building, bring your lawn chairs.</p><p>Camping has 30 & 50 amp sites with water, $20, tent camping $10.</p><p>Lodging: Microtel Inn Marion, Iowa (319) 373-7400</p><p>12 miles away, ask for bluegrass rate.</p><p>Contact BMAI (641) 799-1442</p><p><a href="mailto:Iowabluegrassmusic@gmail.com">Iowabluegrassmusic@gmail.com</a></p><p><a href="http://www.iowabluegrassmusic.com">www.iowabluegrassmusic.com</a></p><p>BMAI 45<sup>th</sup> Annual Central City Bluegrass Festival</p><p>August 22 – 24, 2019</p><p>Bands from 3 states</p><p>Linn County Fairgrounds</p><p>201 Central City Road</p><p>Central City, IA 52214</p><p>Thursday 6pm pot luck & jam session are free</p><p>Friday show $20, starts at 7pm</p><p>Saturday 2 shows $25 at 1pm & 7pm</p><p>Saturday evening show $20 after 6pm</p><p>Weekend pass $40</p><p>Children 13-16 $5 per day</p><p>Children 12 & under free</p><p> </p><p>Jamming is encouraged and guest bands are welcome.</p><p>Festival in A/C building, bring your lawn chairs.</p><p>Camping has 30 & 50 amp sites with water, $20, tent camping $10.</p><p>Lodging: Microtel Inn Marion, Iowa (319) 373-7400</p><p>12 miles away, ask for bluegrass rate.</p><p>Contact BMAI (641) 799-1442</p><p><a href="mailto:Iowabluegrassmusic@gmail.com">Iowabluegrassmusic@gmail.com</a></p><p><a href="http://www.iowabluegrassmusic.com">www.iowabluegrassmusic.com</a></p><p><br></p>8/22/196:00 p.m.Linn County FairgroundsCentral City -
Battle of the Brews
<p>Join us for the first annual Battle of the Brews benefiting the Muscular Dystrophy Association of Iowa on Saturday, July 20th from 3:00-6:00 PM at the NewBo City Market in Cedar Rapids. Early access is available for VIP ticket holders from 2:00-3:00 PM. Sip and socialize as breweries across Iowa and the Midwest put their beer in the ring and battle it out for the top spot. </p><p>Breweries will have the chance to either create a specialty brew or put in a tried and true brew to compete in the battle. A panel of judges will determine the Battle of the Brews victor. Each attendee will have one vote to decide the winner of the People's Choice Award. There will be fun ways to earn more cotes for ultra-competitive attendees. The champion will take home the coveted Battle of the Brews trophy and major bragging rights.</p><p>Besides beer samples from their favorite breweries, attendees can enjoy live music, yard games, and purchase foods from various food trucks and carts during the event. </p> 2019-05-22 18:00:00 -05007/20/193:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Lincoln Highway Arts Festival
<p>The Lincoln Highway Arts Festival in Mount Vernon, Iowa brings together 50 local and regional artists for an old-fashioned street fair with music, demonstrations and children's activities. </p><p>The event will be held Saturday, September 14th from 9:00 AM to 4:00 PM. A children's kite making event will take place from 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM. </p> 2019-06-27 16:00:00 -0500
9/14/199:00 a.m.Uptown Mount VernonMount Vernon -
Apfelfest
<p>Our apple festival with special events and plenty of apple treats. </p> 2019-03-21 17:00:00 -05009/21/1910:00 a.m.Amana ColoniesAmana -
Fall Fibre Show and Sale
<p>The Amana Arts Guild, 1210 G Street, High Amana, located in one of the seven Amana historic villages of the Amana Colony, will sponsor a Fall Fiber Art Show and Sale on Saturday November 2 and Sunday November 3. The show and sale is a special Holiday shopping event for those unique one of a kind items. Admission is free. Hot cider and treats will be available.</p><p>This intimate event celebrates rug-making, spinning, weaving, and needlework. Several of the artisans will be demonstrating their craft. Along with individual artisans the Guild’s “Handmade in Amana” shop will be open to the public. The shop features quilts, baskets, rag rugs, all types of needlework as well as a variety of other arts and crafts.</p> 2017-09-13 16:00:00 -0500
11/03/1910:00 a.m.Amana Arts Guild CenterHigh Amana -
Fall Fibre Show and Sale
<p>The Amana Arts Guild, 1210 G Street, High Amana, located in one of the seven Amana historic villages of the Amana Colony, will sponsor a Fall Fiber Art Show and Sale on Saturday November 2 and Sunday November 3. The show and sale is a special Holiday shopping event for those unique one of a kind items. Admission is free. Hot cider and treats will be available.</p><p>This intimate event celebrates rug-making, spinning, weaving, and needlework. Several of the artisans will be demonstrating their craft. Along with individual artisans the Guild’s “Handmade in Amana” shop will be open to the public. The shop features quilts, baskets, rag rugs, all types of needlework as well as a variety of other arts and crafts.</p><p>Saturday hours are 10 AM to 5 PM and Sunday hours are 10 AM to 4 PM.</p><p>This is a juried show, new artisans are welcome, for more information contact the Amana Arts Guild:</p><p>Telephone: 319 622-3678</p><p>E mail - amanarts@southslope.net</p> 2018-01-25 17:00:00 -0600
11/02/1910:00 a.m.Amana Arts Guild CenterHigh Amana -
Dogs4Dystonia Dog Walk
<p>Come join us with or without your canine friend for our annual Dogs4Dystonia Dog Walk at Thomas Park, 343 Marion Blvd, Marion IA. We will walk to find a cure for all types of dystonia, while having a really nice time at the event!</p><p>Our event includes a fun walk around the park and return for canine demonstrations that includes Flyball, Agility, Nosework/Scentwork, Search & Rescue and Rally-O! We will have DJ, food, vendors, pet and event photographer and a SUPER HERO dog themed costume contest that has categories for best group, best costume and best dog/owner combination.</p><p>Cost: $20/person and $10/child 10 and under</p><p>Register BEFORE August 7, 2019 to receive your goodie bag and event t-shirt at the event!</p><p>To pre-register, you can go online: www.dystonia-foundation.org/dogs4dystonia-iowa. We DO ACCEPT ONSITE registration the DAY OF the event!</p> 2019-05-21 12:00:00 -0500
8/24/198:30 a.m.Thomas ParkMarion -
45th Annual Central City Bluegrass Festival
<p>BMAI 45<sup>th</sup> Annual Central City Bluegrass Festival</p><p>August 22 – 24, 2019</p><p>Bands from 3 states</p><p>Linn County Fairgrounds</p><p>201 Central City Road</p><p>Central City, IA 52214</p><p>Thursday 6pm pot luck & jam session are free</p><p>Friday show $20, starts at 7pm</p><p>Saturday 2 shows $25 at 1pm & 7pm</p><p>Saturday evening show $20 after 6pm</p><p>Weekend pass $40</p><p>Children 13-16 $5 per day</p><p>Children 12 & under free</p><p> </p><p>Jamming is encouraged and guest bands are welcome.</p><p>Festival in A/C building, bring your lawn chairs.</p><p>Camping has 30 & 50 amp sites with water, $20, tent camping $10.</p><p>Lodging: Microtel Inn Marion, Iowa (319) 373-7400</p><p>12 miles away, ask for bluegrass rate.</p><p>Contact BMAI (641) 799-1442</p><p><a href="mailto:Iowabluegrassmusic@gmail.com">Iowabluegrassmusic@gmail.com</a></p><p><a href="http://www.iowabluegrassmusic.com">www.iowabluegrassmusic.com</a></p>8/23/197:00 p.m.Linn County FairgroundsCentral City -
45th Annual Central City Bluegrass Festival
<p>BMAI 45<sup>th</sup> Annual Central City Bluegrass Festival</p><p>August 22 – 24, 2019</p><p>Bands from 3 states</p><p>Linn County Fairgrounds</p><p>201 Central City Road</p><p>Central City, IA 52214</p><p>Thursday 6pm pot luck & jam session are free</p><p>Friday show $20, starts at 7pm</p><p>Saturday 2 shows $25 at 1pm & 7pm</p><p>Saturday evening show $20 after 6pm</p><p>Weekend pass $40</p><p>Children 13-16 $5 per day</p><p>Children 12 & under free</p><p> </p><p>Jamming is encouraged and guest bands are welcome.</p><p>Festival in A/C building, bring your lawn chairs.</p><p>Camping has 30 & 50 amp sites with water, $20, tent camping $10.</p><p>Lodging: Microtel Inn Marion, Iowa (319) 373-7400</p><p>12 miles away, ask for bluegrass rate.</p><p>Contact BMAI (641) 799-1442</p><p><a href="mailto:Iowabluegrassmusic@gmail.com">Iowabluegrassmusic@gmail.com</a></p><p><a href="http://www.iowabluegrassmusic.com">www.iowabluegrassmusic.com</a></p>8/23/197:00 p.m.Linn County FairgroundsCentral City -
45th Annual Central City Bluegrass Festival
<p>BMAI 45<sup>th</sup> Annual Central City Bluegrass Festival</p><p>August 22 – 24, 2019</p><p>Bands from 3 states</p><p>Linn County Fairgrounds</p><p>201 Central City Road</p><p>Central City, IA 52214</p><p>Thursday 6pm pot luck & jam session are free</p><p>Friday show $20, starts at 7pm</p><p>Saturday 2 shows $25 at 1pm & 7pm</p><p>Saturday evening show $20 after 6pm</p><p>Weekend pass $40</p><p>Children 13-16 $5 per day</p><p>Children 12 & under free</p><p> </p><p>Jamming is encouraged and guest bands are welcome.</p><p>Festival in A/C building, bring your lawn chairs.</p><p>Camping has 30 & 50 amp sites with water, $20, tent camping $10.</p><p>Lodging: Microtel Inn Marion, Iowa (319) 373-7400</p><p>12 miles away, ask for bluegrass rate.</p><p>Contact BMAI (641) 799-1442</p><p><a href="mailto:Iowabluegrassmusic@gmail.com">Iowabluegrassmusic@gmail.com</a></p><p><a href="http://www.iowabluegrassmusic.com">www.iowabluegrassmusic.com</a></p>8/24/191:00 p.m.Linn County FairgroundsCentral City -
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Marion Music and Art Festival
<p>One Day of Peace and Music! 6 Bands and 25+ art and food vendors! Revisit the Woodstock Music and Art fair of 1969 at the Lowe Park Klopfenstein Amphitheater in Marion Iowa. Tickets are available now at Eventbrite , click HERE for ticket information and tickets.</p> 2019-03-30 22:00:00 -0500
8/18/194:00 p.m.Lowe Park 4500 10th Street, Marion, Iowa 52302Marion -
St Jude Sweet Corn Festival
<p abp="608">St Jude Sweet Corn Festival is a staple in Cedar Rapids since 1976. Join us for great food, music, games, raffles, carnival rides, and hot buttered ear of corn for only $1</p> 2019-06-14 23:30:00 -0500
8/09/195:00 p.m.St. Jude Catholic ChurchCedar Rapids -
Festival of Iowa Beers
<p>Join us as we host over 50 Iowa Breweries at this 15th annual beer festival. Reserve your tickets in advance. Limited number of tickets for unlimited sampling. </p><p>see millstreambrewing.com for cost and details </p> 2019-03-21 17:00:00 -05009/01/1910:00 a.m.Millstream Brewing CompanyAmana -
Festival of the Arts
<p>This special event will feature sales of fine arts, crafts and traditional colony folk arts by guest and local artisans. </p> 2019-03-21 17:00:00 -05008/10/1910:00 a.m.Market BarnAmana -
Vinton's 150th Celebration
<h3 align="center">Vinton, Iowa is celebrating its 150th Birthday in 2019. With small, subtle nods being planned throughout the year, everything will lead up to a week of festivities in August! The Walldogs are scheduled to return to Vinton! Enjoy musical performances— both small & large, a grand parade, a tasty reminder of Sweet Corn Days past and much more!</h5> 2019-06-12 12:00:00 -0500
8/18/1912:00 a.m.Historic Downtown VintonVinton -
Vinton's 150th Celebration
<h3 align="center">Vinton, Iowa is celebrating its 150th Birthday in 2019. With small, subtle nods being planned throughout the year, everything will lead up to a week of festivities in August! The Walldogs are scheduled to return to Vinton! Enjoy musical performances— both small & large, a grand parade, a tasty reminder of Sweet Corn Days past and much more!</h5> 2019-06-12 12:00:00 -0500
8/19/1912:00 a.m.Historic Downtown VintonVinton