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CoderDojo
<p>A free program for young students in kindergarten through 5th grade to learn tech skills - everything from programming robots to developing websites.</p> 2018-11-02 15:00:00 -050011/17/181:00 p.m.NewBoCoCedar Rapids -
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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 aged 0-5 years, siblings are welcome!</p> 2018-11-20 19:30:00 -0600
11/20/185:30 p.m.Cleveland Elementary SchoolCedar Rapids -
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>
4/05/1910:00 a.m.Stephens AuditoriumAmes -
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/">Tickets start at $4.</a></p>
3/26/1910:00 a.m.Stephens AuditoriumAmes -
Singers! Dancers! FOLLIES 2019 AUDITIONS
<p><span>Do you love "The Greatest Showman" or "La La Land" ? </span></p><p><span>A fan of musical theatre pieces like "Anything Goes" and "Greased Lightnin" ? </span></p><p><span>Then this spring we've got just the show for you.</span></p><p><span><span>A Cedar Rapids tradition spanning decades, FOLLIES is a music, comedy and dance spectacular that thrills longtime fans and new audiences alike and they are looking for talented singers, dancers and actors to take part in their biggest show yet! Under the direction of Alisabeth Von Presley and Damon Cole - this show will surely be one not to be missed.</span></span></p><p><br></p><p><span><span>SHOW DATES: March 30th & 31st at the gorgeous Paramount Theatre.</span></span></p><p>For more information - check out our website: <a href="http://www.crfollies.com" target="_blank">www.crfollies.com</a></p><p><br></p> 2018-11-11 21:00:00 -0600
11/26/186:30 p.m.First Congregational UCCCedar Rapids -
Footprint Craft - Mistletoes
<p>Another fun craft to do with your baby or toddler! A sweet red bow on top with their cute feet painted green as mistle(TOES).</p><p>All supplies included - paint (safe & washable Tempera) and print (cardstock that is 8.5" x 5.5") & cleanup! Don't forget one for your office or Grandparents! <strong>Age range for the event is newborn-preschool sized foot.</strong></p><p>Please register for as many prints as you think you need (that helps me have enough supplies!) Thank you!</p><p>Cost is $5 per print - you can do as many as you want!<span> </span><strong>Registration is free - then you pay at the door for as many prints as you need.</strong></p><p><strong>Drop in between 11am-2pm on Saturday 11/17. </strong></p> 2018-10-13 14:00:00 -0500
11/17/1811:00 a.m.Baby TimeCedar Rapids -
Kid's Event -- Little Vue Confection-eers! at Vue Rooftop
<p>FREE Kid's Event: Little Vue Confection-eers!</p><p><br></p><p>Bring the kid's out to create their own confectionery master piece. This month we're cooking up caramel apples with all the fixin's. RSVP's requested on our FB Event!</p> 2018-10-31 15:00:00 -0500
11/17/1812:00 p.m.Vue RooftopIowa City -
County Linemen Band
<p>Live Music at Wild Hogs Saloon, Walford Iowa County Linemen Band Preforming from 3pm-7pm Featuring Classic County, Country Rock, 50,60 &70's Rock</p> 2018-11-17 19:00:00 -060011/17/183:00 p.m.Wild Hogs Saloon & EateryWalford -
Wooden Nickle Lottery
<p>Wooden Nickel Lottery is a blues/rock band full of power, chops and soul to satisfy fans of blues/rock. Fronted by Rick Gallo’s energetic and soulful vocals and Rich Toomsen's high octane guitar work, WNL plays a mix of powerful original blues/rock as well as classic and contemporary blues/rock covers. The group’s sonic influences include Joe Bonamassa, Eric Clapton and Johnny Lang, but draw on the grooves of funk rock with the heart of a true blues jam band. </p> 2018-10-05 23:30:00 -0500
11/17/188:00 p.m.The Famous MockingbirdMarion -
Doodlebugs at the Marion Public Library—Hisssssterical Snake Art
<p>This fall Doodlebugs 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!</p><p>o<span> <span> </span></span>Today’s story of a hilarious French boa constrictor is the inspiration for our silly snake projects.</p><p>o<span> <span> </span></span>Doodlebugs is a <strong>free</strong> preschool series for families, but if you have a daycare or school group, contact us about setting up a private Doodlebugs class designed just for you! For more info, contact CRMA Education Director Erin Thomas at 319.366.7503 or <a href="mailto:ethomas@crma.org">ethomas@crma.org</a>.</p> 2018-10-14 11:15:00 -0500
11/27/1810:45 a.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
Toddler Story Time
<p>Join us for books and songs chosen for the 3 and under crowd. This is followed by Alphabet Art at 10:30.</p> 2018-11-19 10:20:00 -0600
11/19/1810:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
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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 aged 0-5 years, siblings are welcome!</p> 2018-11-27 19:30:00 -0600
11/27/185:30 p.m.Cleveland Elementary SchoolCedar Rapids -
Winter Market
<p>Join us on December 1st 10 am to 3 pm at the Radisson Hotel and Conference Center in Coralville. Lots of unique gifts, crafts and merchandise for those hard to shop for friends and family members.</p> 2018-10-10 15:00:00 -0500
12/01/1810:00 a.m.Radisson Hotel & Conference Center CoralvilleCoralville -
Toddler Story Time
<p>Join us for books and songs chosen for the 3 and under crowd. This is followed by Alphabet Art at 10:30.</p> 2018-12-10 10:20:00 -0600
12/10/1810:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Noel
<p>VenuWorks Theatricals presents Noël, by world-renowned creator of the Artemis Fowl series, author Eoin Colfer and movie composer Liam Bates, on November 30. A Christmas musical that is fun for the whole family, Noël depicts the journey of a young girl whose mother has mysteriously vanished. In searching for her mother, this anxious little girl who has lost her singing voice meets a motley crew of characters who want to help. In doing so, they rediscover their belief in the magic of Christmas and in themselves. A pre-show dinner is available for this performance.</p>
11/30/187:30 p.m.Stephens AuditoriumAmes -
Crafts for Kids: Painted Turkeys
<p>Join us at Hiawatha Public Library as we celebrate Thanksgiving with this unique turkey craft!</p><p><br></p><p>This free program is open to children and their caregivers.</p> 2018-10-16 13:30:00 -0500
11/21/181:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Festival of Trees
<p>Festival of Trees is back! Join us on <strong>Saturday and Sunday, November 17 and 18</strong> as we kick off the holiday season with this fun, community event. The event will again be held at Hawkeye Downs in Cedar Rapids. Special thanks to our Presenting Sponsors - Alliant Energy and Cedar Rapids Area Association of Realtors. Due to their support, the Festival of Trees is<strong> FREE</strong> again this year. We will be accepting Toys for Tots donations or non-perishable canned food items. Last year we donated over 20 tons of canned goods and raised over $11,000 that was donated to local not-for-profits.</p><p>The event is open both days from <strong>10am-5pm</strong>. As you walk through the hall of trees, vote for your favorite - we will be giving out an award to the People's Choice. If there's one you really love, put your name in for the silent auction. Most trees will be available for purchase with all funds benefiting local non-profits including The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, Shoes for Kids and Toys for Tots - help us raise over $12,000 this year. Bidding for trees starts at $50 and we will send you a text if you get outbid. Don't miss this great opportunity to help our community.</p><p>Check out the free entertainment on the stage, while you make your way around the space. Seating is limited, so make sure to get there early. We are still seeking groups to perform - if your group is interested in joining us, please contact us at <a href="mailto:events@thegazette.com">events@thegazette.com</a>.</p><p>Then, you're off to the holiday market where you can start your holiday shopping. Merchants will have all types of items available including candles, candy, jewelry and much more.</p><p>Last, but certainly not least, don't miss a visit with Santa. Say hello and take pictures throughout the day with the man himself and the misses. While you're in the North Pole, color a picture for The Gazette's annual coloring contest, write a letter to Santa or put together Snowman garland to take home.</p><p> </p><p>Thank you to our sponsors:</p><p>Alliant Energy</p><p>Cedar Rapids Area Association of Realtors</p><p>ESCO Group</p><p>REM Iowa</p><p> </p><p>Additional sponsorship opportunities are available, including tree decoration and volunteering. For more information, please email <a href="mailto:events@thegazette.com">events@thegazette.com</a>.</p><p> </p><p>Festival of Trees is produced by The Gazette in partnership with the Cedar Rapids Jaycees.</p> 2018-10-09 17:00:00 -0500
11/17/1810:00 a.m.Hawkeye DownsCedar Rapids -
Thanksgiving at Vue Rooftop
<p>Join us for Thanksgiving Dinner! We'll have turkey and all the fixin's</p><p><a href="https://www.vuerooftop-ic.com/promotions" target="_self">See Our Thanksgiving Menu</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2018-10-31 22:00:00 -0500
11/22/185:00 p.m.Vue RooftopIowa City -
Cirque Mechanics
<p>Founded in 2004 by Boston native and German Wheel artist Chris Lashua, Cirque Mechanics will bring its production 42FT: A Menagerie of Mechanical Marvels to Stephens on February 4. Cirque Mechanics, although inspired by modern circus, finds its roots in the mechanical and its heart in the stories of American ingenuity. Rooted in realism with a display of raw quality, the show’s message is both timeless and relevant. The stories are wrapped in circus acrobatics, mechanical wonders and a bit of clowning around. <a href="https://www.center.iastate.edu/events/cirque-mechanics/">Tickets start at $30.</a></p>2/04/197:30 p.m.Stephens AuditoriumAmes -
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/">Tickets start at $4.</a></p>
2/18/1912:30 p.m.Stephens AuditoriumAmes -
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>3/26/1912:30 p.m.Stephens AuditoriumAmes -
Des Moines Hungry Turkey Half Marathon & 5K
<p>Join us for the Des Moines Hungry Turkey Half Marathon & 5K run/walk on Saturday, November 24th! Every participant receives a commemorative quarter zip as well as a finishers medal and cinnamon roll at the finish line! </p> 2018-06-18 12:30:00 -050011/24/189:00 a.m.At the corner of E 1st St. & E Walnut St.Des Moines -
2018 Black Friday at the Mall Craft & Vendor Show
<p>2018 Black Friday at the Mall Craft & Vendor Show</p><p>November 22 – 24, 2018</p><p>Westland Mall, IA 550 S Gear Ave, West Burlington, Iowa 52655</p><p><br></p><p>Facebook Event Page: www.facebook.com/events/835500199964977</p><p><br></p><p>Setup Time: Thursday 3 - 6 pm, Friday 5 - 6 am, Saturday 8 - 9am</p><p>Show Hours: Thursday 6pm - midnight, Friday 6am to 4pm Saturday 9am - 4</p><p><br></p><p>Bringing together a group of vendors with a variety of products for your holiday shopping season. Come out to the mall and pickup that special something for everyone on your list this year.</p><p><br></p> 2017-11-19 23:00:00 -0600
11/22/184:00 p.m.Westland MallBurlington -
Jarrod Hogan at Della Viti
<p>Have friends and relatives in town for Thanksgiving? Bring them downtown and join us for a night of great music! Jarrod is an acoustic artist performing a wide range of covers and a few fresh originals!</p> 2018-11-14 22:00:00 -0600
11/24/187:00 p.m.Della Viti Wine LoungeCedar Rapids -
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Jarrod Hogan at Della Viti
<p>Have friends and relatives in town for Thanksgiving? Bring them downtown and join us for a night of great music! Jarrod is an acoustic artist performing a wide range of covers and a few fresh originals!</p> 2018-11-14 22:00:00 -060011/24/187:00 p.m.Della Viti Wine LoungeCedar Rapids -
Playtime Poppy Presents: Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR.
<p>Journey “under the sea” with Ariel and her aquatic friends. Based on one of Hans Christian Andersen's most beloved stories, <em>Disney's The Little Mermaid JR</em>.<em> </em>is an enchanting look at the sacrifices we all make for love and acceptance. In a magical underwater kingdom, the beautiful young mermaid, Ariel, longs to leave her ocean home – and her fins – behind and live in the world above. But first, she'll have to defy her father, King Triton, make a deal with the evil sea witch, Ursula, and convince the handsome Prince Eric that she's the girl whose enchanting voice he's been seeking.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Sponsored by our friends at Warehouse Salon<span> </span></strong></p><p><strong>with season sponsor Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust and media sponsor KDAT</strong></p><p><strong>A Suzi Sargeant McDonald Endowed fund production</strong></p><p>$5 (ages 1-99) or<span> </span></p><p>Poppy Punch Pass ($55 for 12 punches)<span> </span></p><p>Poppy Punch Passes may be purchased in advance on our website or at any performance.</p><p><br>Tickets are available 45 minutes prior to the performance.<span> </span></p><p>Auditorium doors open 30 minutes prior to the performance.</p><p>Playtime Poppy performances are typically one hour in length.</p> 2018-11-01 18:00:00 -0500
11/29/185:00 p.m.John F. Kennedy High SchoolCedar Rapids -
YOGA in the Lounge
<p>The practice of Yoga has many benefits, including stress reduction, increased flexibility, improved cardio and circulatory health - and now that we think about it - wine does too. Yoga and wine is the perfect pairing in this gentle yoga flow held once a month at Della Viti's Wine Lounge.<span> </span></p><p><br></p><p>Experience a wine & yoga mindfulness that will help you unwind from the week. This one-hour yoga class will start at 11:00 with a splash of wine followed by an hour yoga class. After class, feel free to float your calm self over to explore our 40 wines on tap by the splash or glass from our self-serve wine stations.<span> </span></p><p><br></p><p>$15 per person.</p><p>Mat rentals are available for $2.00</p><p>Saturdays: November 17th and December 8th, 11 am - 12:30 pm</p><p><br></p><p>Email piyogirl@hotmail.com to reserve your spot. Space is limited.</p> 2018-11-14 12:30:00 -0600
11/17/1811:00 a.m.Della Viti Wine LoungeCedar Rapids -
Playtime with Poppy at the CRPL
<p>Join Playtime Poppy and the Kennedy High School cast of <strong>Disney’s The Little Mermaid JR.</strong> in the Whipple Auditorium at the Cedar Rapids Public Library for a vignette of the production, theatre games and some literary fun!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>FREE!</strong></p> 2018-11-01 15:30:00 -0500
11/17/182:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Playtime Poppy Presents: Disney's Little Mermaid JR.
<p>Playtime Poppy introduces characters from Kennedy High School's Disney's Little Mermaid JR. production. Children will watch a vignette from the play, followed by an opportunity to interact with the cast. Sponsored by Playtime Poppy Children's Theatre</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2018-10-28 15:15:00 -0500
11/17/182:30 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Family Folk Machine Fall 2018 Concert “Stand by Me”: Songs of Friendship
<p>The Family Folk Machine invites you to join us for a concert of songs about friendship. Free-will donations of $10 for adults and $5 for kids are encouraged.</p><p>The Family Folk Machine is a non-profit, intergenerational, non-auditioned choir that welcomes kids and adults of all ages and backgrounds to sing together with a folk band. We seek to build community through singing songs with our neighbors, to explore American history and culture through song, to foster individual musical growth, and to pursue excellence as an ensemble.</p><p>About the director:</p><p>The Family Folk Machine is directed by Jean Littlejohn. Jean is an organist and choir director, and she holds a PhD in music theory. Jean lives in Iowa City with her husband Michael Sauder and kids Claire and Ben.</p> 2018-10-13 17:00:00 -0500
11/17/183:00 p.m.Old Capitol Museum Senate ChamberIowa City