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Solon Craft & Vendor Show
<p>Solon Craft & Vendor Show THIS SATURDAY! 8am-1pm</p><p>Lots of great Vendors & Crafters.</p><p>Free Admission Free Coffee Free Cookies</p><p>Solon Public Library</p><p>320 W Main Street Solon IA</p><p>www.facebook.com/crccsave</p> 2018-12-15 13:00:00 -060012/15/188:00 a.m.Solon Public LibrarySolon -
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Home Free: A Country Christmas
<p>Home Free is bringing new music, new production, more country and holiday favorites as they come to town in “A Country Christmas Tour”! The 5-man band has become known for their show-stopping performances that mix their signature no-instrument, all-vocal music with their quick-witted humor.</p><p>Home Free continues A Country Christmas in 2018, bringing the slam-dunk smashing success of a show to new cities, on the back of the success of the first and second tours in 2016 and 2017. The show brings music from the Billboard No. 2 <u>Full Of (Even More) Cheer</u>, released in November 2016.</p><p>Home Free has become a household name, amassing more than 225-million YouTube views, and entertaining more than 350,000 people live in concert since bursting on the national scene in 2013.</p><p>Their fourth studio album, <strong><u>TIMELESS</u></strong>, which was released on September 23, 2017 via Columbia Records and debuted at the No. 2 spot on the Billboard Country Albums Chart. This release marks the 4th consecutive top 5 Billboard debut for their album.</p><p><a href="https://www1.ticketmaster.com/home-free-ames-iowa-12-16-2018/event/060054F2B9A77F6D?artistid=1791908&majorcatid=10001&minorcatid=2 ">Tickets start at $19.50</a></p>
12/16/183:30 p.m.Stephens AuditoriumAmes -
Alpha-Bits
<p>Na na na na. Na na na na. Hey hey! It's letter N at your service! No doubt---this nifty letter will be the nicest we've met yet.</p><p>Kids and their caregivers are welcome to attend this free program.</p> 2018-10-08 11:15:00 -0500
12/14/1810:30 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
FREE CHRISTMAS DINNER
<p>FREE CHRISTMAS DINNER </p><p>Christmas Day - - 12 noon – 2 pm</p><p>St. Marks United Methodist Church</p><p>4700 Johnson Ave NW – Cedar Rapids, IA</p><p>No reservations required except:</p><p>To reserve a <u>ride t</u>o the dinner or if you would like <u>dinner delivered</u> to your Home (west side of town)</p><p>Contact United Way @ 319-739-4211 or just dial 211</p><p><strong>**</strong>DEADLINE for reserving a ride or delivered dinner is 11:30 am</p><p>Thursday December 20.</p><p><br></p> 2018-12-09 14:00:00 -060012/25/1812:00 p.m.St. Mark's United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
Anything Could Happen!
<p>Every Friday, you’re out early. You’re bored and looking for something to do. Your search is over! Friday afternoons starting at 1:30, we will have themed activities for teens ranging from making stuffed animals to playing with robots. Meet us in the Union at the Downtown Library. Anything could happen!</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-01-04 15:00:00 -0600
1/04/191:30 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Doodlebugs @MPL—Polar Opposites
<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td valign="top" width="60%">Doodlebugs is a week early this month so mark your calendars!<span> </span><br><br><span>This fall D</span>oodlebugs will visit the zoo and meet a variety of artistic and silly animals, inspired by our newest exhibition, <em>If We Ran the Zoo: Animals in Children’s Book Illustration</em> (10/6/18-1/13/19). Join us each month to read a silly animal story and do a fun animal art project! <br><br><span>o<span> </span></span><span>Today we’ll read a book about polar bears who live in the Arctic, and penguins who live in the Antarctic. Then we’ll create polar bear portraits!</span><br><span>o</span><br><br><br><br><br> <a href="http://reddit.com/submit?url=http://www.crma.org/Event/Detail/1565/Doodlebugs-MPL-Polar-Opposites.aspx&title=Doodlebugs @MPL—Polar Opposites" target="_blank"></a> <br><br><br><br></td><td><br></td></tr></tbody></table>
12/18/1810:45 a.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
Eastern Iowa Brass Band Presents All I Want For Christmas is Brass
<p>Eastern Iowa Brass Band (EIBB) offers two performances of its annual Christmas concert “All I Want for Christmas is BRASS.” The first performance is on Saturday December 15th, 7:00 PM, in the Liberty High School Auditorium in North Liberty (1400 Dubuque St NE, North Liberty, Iowa) and a second performance is on Sunday December 16th, 3:00 PM, at First Presbyterian Church in Cedar Rapids (310 5th St SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa). EIBB plays a mix of Christmas Holiday music. Included will be Maria Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You”, “Sleigh Ride” by LeRoy Anderson and “A Great and Mighty Wonder” along with “The Kingdom Triumphant” made popular by the Salvation Bands in England and America.”</p> 2018-12-02 16:30:00 -0600
12/16/183:00 p.m.1st Presbyterian ChurchCedar Rapids -
Mother Goose on the Loose
<p>“Mother Goose on the Loose” is a 20-minute nursery rhyme program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 30-minute playtime. This program helps strengthen babies’ and toddlers' foundation for literacy with rhymes, rhythm, repetition, story and movement. Registration is no longer required!</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2018-12-12 10:25:00 -0600
12/12/189:30 a.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
ICPL Tech Help
<p>Technology getting the better of you? Have questions about computers, ebook readers, iPods, or your cell phone? Want to learn how to surf the net, get a free email account, Skype, or set up a Facebook page? Or do you just want to learn more about the online products and services available at ICPL? Let us help! Bring your questions or the gadget that's giving you grief and stop by any one of the ICPL Tech Help sessions: Mondays from 10:00-noon, Tuesdays 12:00-4:00, or Wednesday 10:00-noon in the 2nd Floor Computer Lab.</p> 2018-12-12 12:00:00 -0600
12/12/1810:00 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Preschool Storytime: Ukulele Holiday Sing-a-long
<p>Today at preschool storytime, Casey will be playing everyone's favorite holiday songs on the ukulele! Stop on by for Frosty the Snowman and Rudolph among other Wintry favorites and sing, dance, and jingle along!</p><p>A preschool-age oriented program for preschoolers where longer stories and books are shared with fewer activities. Preschool Storytime is recommended for children who are 3,4, or 5 years old.</p> 2018-12-01 11:00:00 -0600
12/12/1810:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Story Time
<p>Please join us for 30 minutes of stories and fun. Children must be with a caregiver.</p> 2018-12-12 11:00:00 -0600
12/12/1810:30 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
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Crafts for Kids: Snowman Painting
<p>Join us at Hiawatha Public Library as we celebrate the arrival of winter with a snowman painting that is sure to warm your hearts! </p><p><br></p><p>This free program is open to children and their caregivers.</p> 2018-10-29 15:45:00 -0500
12/21/183:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
The Fragile Bee
<p>July 27 - December 30<br>Old Capitol Museum<br>Keyes Gallery</p><p> Artist Nancy Macko uses macro photography to create an exhibition featuring photographs, prints, and a mixed-media installation. The pieces teach the public about the plight of bees and raise awareness about humanity’s interdependent relationship with them.</p><p> Please join us during opening week of The Fragile Bee. The exhibit will remain open to the public during normal museum hours (Tues-Sat 10a-5p) through the end of December. </p><p> Exhibition organized through Katherine T. Carter & Associates</p><p> Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the Old Capitol Museum in advance at (319) 335-0546.</p> 2018-12-13 17:00:00 -0600
12/13/1810:00 a.m.Old Capitol MuseumIowa City -
Preschool Storytime: Ukulele Holiday Sing-a-long
<p>Today at preschool storytime, Casey will be playing everyone's favorite holiday songs on the ukulele! Stop on by for Frosty the Snowman and Rudolph among other Wintry favorites and sing, dance, and jingle along!</p><p>A preschool-age oriented program for preschoolers where longer stories and books are shared with fewer activities. Preschool Storytime is recommended for children who are 3,4, or 5 years old.</p> 2018-12-13 11:00:00 -0600
12/13/1810:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Virtual Reality
<p>Come experience virtual reality at the Cedar Rapids Public Library as we travel to strange and incredible places. Explore new worlds, solve puzzles, and outrun the occasional stray dinosaur. This event is held in the Maker Room.<br><br>This program is sponsored by the Giacoletto Foundation.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2018-12-13 17:30:00 -0600
12/13/183:30 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Odd Man Out Performance
<p>Scot is performing with four others of which I do not have pictures. Scot identified they are worship pastors or on a worship team. It will be a great evening of music and I think Scot will be inviting other musicians on the stage to perform throughout the evening. Hope you can make it to this fun evening of music.</p> 2018-12-10 21:00:00 -0600
12/13/186:00 p.m.Ramsey's Wine BistroMarion -
Adult Craft Night: Goat Milk Lotion
<p>Join us for Adult Craft Night as we learn how to make lotion with goat milk and essential oils! Make some for yourself or to give as a gift for family or friends! All the supplies are provided.</p><p><br></p><p>This free program is open to adults and requires registration. Save your spot by registering today at https://goo.gl/GZayoT</p> 2018-11-17 19:30:00 -0600
12/13/186:30 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Trivia Night at Black Squirrel Tap
<p>Hey<span> Smarty Pants</span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/smartypants" target="_blank"></a><span> </span>- grab some friends and join us for Trivia Night every<span> Thursday</span><a href="https://www.facebook.com/hashtag/thursday" target="_blank"></a><span> </span>from 7-9pm! It’s FREE to PLAY!</p><p><br></p><p>1st Place - $50 Black Squirrel gift card</p><p>2nd Place - $25 Black Squirrel gift card</p><p>3rd place - $10 Black Squirrel gift card</p><p><br></p><p>While you’re here, wet your whistle with $1 OFF Craft Pints and $2 classic cans!<span> </span></p> 2018-12-13 21:00:00 -0600
12/13/187:00 p.m.Black Squirrel TapSwisher -
Human Rights Day Celebration
<p>The Universal Declaration of Human Rights, adopted by the U.N. General Assembly in 1948, is the cornerstone of the modern human rights system. Dr. Brian Farrell, a lecturer at the University of Iowa College of Law, will discuss the history and significance of the Declaration, assess its impact after 70 years, and provide thoughts on its role going forward.</p> 2018-10-23 21:00:00 -050012/13/187:00 p.m.First Lutheran ChurchCedar Rapids -
Mother Goose on the Loose
<p>“Mother Goose on the Loose” is a 20-minute nursery rhyme program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 30-minute playtime. This program helps strengthen babies’ and toddlers' foundation for literacy with rhymes, rhythm, repetition, story and movement. Registration is no longer required!</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2018-12-14 10:25:00 -0600
12/14/189:30 a.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
The Fragile Bee
<p>July 27 - December 30<br>Old Capitol Museum<br>Keyes Gallery</p><p> Artist Nancy Macko uses macro photography to create an exhibition featuring photographs, prints, and a mixed-media installation. The pieces teach the public about the plight of bees and raise awareness about humanity’s interdependent relationship with them.</p><p> Please join us during opening week of The Fragile Bee. The exhibit will remain open to the public during normal museum hours (Tues-Sat 10a-5p) through the end of December. </p><p> Exhibition organized through Katherine T. Carter & Associates</p><p> Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the Old Capitol Museum in advance at (319) 335-0546.</p> 2018-12-14 17:00:00 -0600
12/14/1810:00 a.m.Old Capitol MuseumIowa City -
Lifetree Café: My Son Is Gay
<p>Every week, Lifetree C<span>afé-Marion gathers friendly people to experience the intriguing stories of life around us. Stories about the big (and little) stuff that shapes our lives. Family. Friends. Fears. Busy-ness. Balance. Money. Materialism. Health. Peace. Purpose.</span></p><p><span>Lifetree Café is a place where people of all faiths and backgrounds gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual, comfortable setting. We meet every Friday at noon for one hour in the café at Lutheran Church of the Resurrection in Marion at 3500 29th Ave. </span></p><p>Please join us! All are welcome!</p><p>This Lifetree event features filmed interviews with a couple who faced various challenges from family, friends, and church after their college-aged son came out to them.</p><p>According to Lifetree Café representative Craig Cable, “This is one family’s story of a situation with all sorts of questions and consequences. We’ll have a chance to talk about family, faith, values, and love.”</p> 2018-11-16 13:00:00 -0600
12/14/1812:00 p.m.Lutheran Church of the ResurrectionMarion -
Anything Could Happen!
<p>Every Friday, you’re out early. You’re bored and looking for something to do. Your search is over! Friday afternoons starting at 1:30, we will have themed activities for teens ranging from making stuffed animals to playing with robots. Meet us in the Union at the Downtown Library. Anything could happen!</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2018-12-14 15:30:00 -0600
12/14/181:30 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Middle School Makers: Painted Record Clock
<p>Join us at Hiawatha Public Library as we create one of a kind painted record clocks that are sure to rock!</p><p><br></p><p> <span>T</span><span>h</span><span>i</span><span>s</span><span> </span><span>p</span><span>r</span><span>o</span><span>g</span><span>r</span><span>a</span><span>m</span><span> </span><span>i</span><span>s</span><span> </span><span>o</span><span>p</span><span>e</span><span>n</span><span> </span><span>t</span><span>o</span><span> </span><span>t</span><span>e</span><span>e</span><span>n</span><span>s</span><span> </span><span>a</span><span>n</span><span>d</span><span> </span><span>t</span><span>w</span><span>e</span><span>e</span><span>n</span><span>s</span><span> </span><span>a</span><span>n</span><span>d</span><span> </span><span>r</span><span>e</span><span>q</span><span>u</span><span>i</span><span>r</span><span>e</span><span>s</span><span> </span><span>r</span><span>e</span><span>g</span><span>i</span><span>s</span><span>t</span><span>r</span><span>a</span><span>t</span><span>i</span><span>o</span><span>n</span><span>.</span><span> </span></p><p><span>Register at goo.gl/jF5Tfh to save your spot!<br><br><br><br></span></p> 2018-11-01 16:00:00 -0500
12/14/183:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
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Friday Night Live Music with Steve Kalmes
<p>Steve Kalmes has been playing Music for the past 40+ years and has been in a large variety of bands since moving to the area years ago. Everything from Country to Heavy Metal, Blues, Top 40 and Classic Rock.</p><p><br></p><p><em>No cover charge or reservations taken. No outside food or drink permitted. Cedar Ridge wine & spirits, Iowa beer, soft drinks, wood-fired pizzas and small plates available for purchase.</em></p> 2018-12-06 21:00:00 -060012/14/186:00 p.m.Cedar Ridge Distillery & WinerySwisher -
Patchy Fog Performance
<p><strong><span><span><span>Dynamic Acoustic Duo playing tunes from The Beatles thru REM these two former members of famous Eastern Iowa bands including The Pawns, The Jumpers and Iowa Rock and Roll Hall of fame nominee Shatter, <span>Patchy</span> <span>Fog</span>;features Mark Nicolay aka Ball Head Capon on guitar and vocals and Tom Miller on 12 string guitar, keyboards, mandolin, harmonica and vocals, <span>Patchy</span> <span>Fog </span>brings you decades of musical experience blended together!</span></span></span></strong></p> 2018-12-10 22:00:00 -0600
12/14/187:00 p.m.Ramsey's Wine BistroMarion -
The Fragile Bee
<p>July 27 - December 30<br>Old Capitol Museum<br>Keyes Gallery</p><p> Artist Nancy Macko uses macro photography to create an exhibition featuring photographs, prints, and a mixed-media installation. The pieces teach the public about the plight of bees and raise awareness about humanity’s interdependent relationship with them.</p><p> Please join us during opening week of The Fragile Bee. The exhibit will remain open to the public during normal museum hours (Tues-Sat 10a-5p) through the end of December. </p><p> Exhibition organized through Katherine T. Carter & Associates</p><p> Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the Old Capitol Museum in advance at (319) 335-0546.</p> 2018-12-15 17:00:00 -0600
12/15/1810:00 a.m.Old Capitol MuseumIowa City -
Family Storytime: Holiday Music with Preucil Flute Choir
<p>Today we will be hosting a holiday family storytime followed by a short holiday and winter concert from the Preucil Flute Choir.</p><p>Designed for the whole family and presented at a time convenient for most working parents.</p><p>Storytime includes both shorter and longer stories combined with action games and activities.</p><p>Family Storytime is recommended for all ages, but parents are asked to sit with their younger children.</p> 2018-12-01 11:00:00 -0600
12/15/1810:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Five Seasons Button Club December Meeting
<p>This is the December meeting of a group that collects antique and current clothing buttons.</p> 2018-11-25 15:00:00 -0600
12/15/1812:00 p.m.Scott's Family RestaurantCedar Rapids -
Self-Publishing Lab
<p>Are you interested in self-publishing? Would you like to learn more about it? Bring your laptops to our Self-Publishing Lab and learn more about becoming self-published from local author, Cynthia Petersen. She will walk you through step-by-step on using Amazon's Kindle Direct Publishing.</p> 2018-11-13 17:00:00 -0600
12/15/182:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha