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Prince and Pirate Party!
<p>Join children’s author Charlotte Gunnufson for Family Storytime! Listen to the hilarious tale of Prince and Pirate, play a game, learn a few piratey phrases, craft a crown or pirate hat, shake your tailfin to some silly tunes, and take home a colorful magnet. Perfect for kids ages 3-8 and their families.</p> 2018-09-18 11:00:00 -0500
9/22/1810:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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Cedar Rapids Noon Lions Club Annual Variety Show Fundraiser
<p>The Cedar Rapids <span>Noon</span> Lions<span> </span>Club<span> </span>is hosting a Variety Show to raise funds for Iowa KidSight, a vision screening service for children aged 6 months to Kindergarten, and for the Iowa<span> </span>Lions<span> </span>Eye Bank.</p><p>The variety show features<strong> Jazz Duo </strong>(Suneetha Vaitheswaran & Steve Shanley), <strong>Blues, Swing, and R&B</strong> tunes by Mike & Carlis and Bollywood & classical dances from India.</p><p>Light refreshments will be provided.</p><p>Support this great cause.</p><p>CR Noon Lions Clubs Team</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2018-09-10 16:00:00 -0500
9/23/182:00 p.m.CSPS HallCedar Rapids -
Doodlebugs @MPL—The Very Messy Color-pillar
<p><span><span><span> </span></span></span><span>September 25, 10:45am: Doodlebugs @MPL—The Very Messy<span> </span><em>Color</em>-pillar</span></p><p><span>o<span> <span> </span></span></span><span>This fall D</span>oodlebugs will visit the zoo and meet a variety of artistic and silly animals, inspired by our newest exhibition,<span> </span><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><span>o<span> <span> </span></span></span><span>We’ll read a story about a Glasswing butterfly, and get messy adding color to our own butterfly creations. Sponsored by International Paper.</span></p><p><span>o<span> <span> </span></span></span>Doodlebugs is a<span> </span><strong>free</strong><span> </span>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<span> </span><a href="mailto:ethomas@crma.org">ethomas@crma.org</a>.</p><p><strong>Hosts for this Event:<span> </span></strong></p><p>The Marion Public Library</p><p>Sponsored by International Paper</p> 2018-09-20 11:15:00 -0500
9/25/1810:45 a.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
Eat Out To Read Fundraiser at Vue Rooftop
<p>Reservations recommended. ICPL Friends Foundation will receive a percentage of food and non-alcoholic beverage sales from 4:00 - 10:00 PM.</p> 2018-08-28 22:00:00 -0500
9/27/184:00 p.m.Vue RooftopIowa City -
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 -
Iowa City Book Festival
<p><a href="http://www.iowacitybookfestival.org/"><strong>The Iowa City Book Festival</strong></a><span> </span>is a multi-day celebration of books, reading, and writing. The festival includes readings, discussions, and demonstrations by various authors, illustrators, and book making experts.</p> 2018-04-23 22:00:00 -050010/01/188:00 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Scarecrow Trail
<p>Travel the Amana Colony trail through the 7 villages and find as many scarecrows as you can</p><p>Oct 1-31</p> 2017-03-11 17:00:00 -0600
10/01/1810:00 a.m.Amana ColoniesAmana -
Baby Sing & Sign
<p>Reduce Frustration! Reduce Crying! (Really!!) Increase Communication! Learn to sign with your baby.</p><p>Registration required. <span> </span><a data-lynx-mode="asynclazy" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.schedulicity.com%2Fscheduling%2FMOTGNS%2Fworkshops&h=ATOIjeoLMDK6H6HxCOwDQOq2FW2SKIMycIbjD3_j7KsCxpRVAOD01P3huTvF0pBEXyyw5Ijy1uC952ys_Ru4xMNj0NisoRL4wJzzNQ65bPYJ1INpndk" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.schedulicity.com/scheduling/MOTGNS/workshops</a></p><p>Baby Sing and Sign is equal parts sign language, play, and music. This three-week course will teach you basic sign language to communicate with your hearing baby or toddler.<span> </span></p><p>You will learn a vocabulary of commonly used signs (foods, animals, people), songs to reinforce the signs, and practice using your signs (with support if you wish) with your baby.<span> </span></p><p>Don't miss this opportunity to learn how to communicate with your baby!</p><p>Baby Sing & Sign is a 3-week workshop. Saturdays, Sept 22, 29 & Oct 6. Choose 9:15 or 10:15 am.</p><p>(No refunds for missed dates. I am happy to offer you the materials for the full course and tips on what you missed.)</p> 2018-05-21 10:15:00 -05009/22/189:15 a.m.Baby TimeCedar Rapids -
Nature Senses (Daisies)
<p><span lang="EN">Participate in an exciting nature scavenger hunt, listen to nature sounds, sniff out some interesting smells, explore taste buds, and feel the different textures found around ICNC. (Between Earth and Sky Journey) $10 per scout. </span></p> 2018-08-17 14:00:00 -05009/22/1812:30 p.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
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> 2018-09-24 10:20:00 -0500
9/24/1810:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Firefighter Breakfast
<p>We're cookin breakfast!! The volunteers of Mechanicsville Fire & Ambulance are ready to serve you. No one goes home hungry. Pancakes, Ham, Sausage, Hash browns, Biscuits & Gravy, Eggs anyway you want, Coffee, juice and milk.</p> 2018-09-20 11:30:00 -0500
10/14/187:00 a.m.Mechanicsville Fire StationMechanicsville -
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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 -
Anime-niacs Anime Club!
<p>Love Anime and Manga?<span> </span></p><p>Then join us for the first meeting of the Anime-niacs! </p><p><br></p><p>Watch a Studio Ghibli animated movie, make an anime inspired craft, munch on Japanese snacks and vote on which anime to watch next month!</p><p>This program is open to tweens and teens in grades 6-12.</p> 2018-08-13 18:00:00 -0500
9/27/184:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Harlem Wizards
<p>Join us for a fun-filled, high flying and interactive night with the word famous Harlem Wizards basketball team as they take on the Williamsburg Raider Rockstars. </p><p>Tickets available now at https://harlemwizards.thundertix.com/events/122021</p> 2018-09-10 20:00:00 -0500
10/13/186:00 p.m.Williamsburg High SchoolWilliamsburg -
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 -
2018 Bonaparte Farmers Market
<p>2018 Bonaparte Farmers Market</p><p>Thursday May through October</p><p>3pm to 6pm</p><p>703 first street Bonaparte Iowa</p><p>Free setup sell anything legal to sell in Iowa</p><p>May 4, 11, 18, 25</p><p>June 1. 8, 15, 22, 29</p><p>July 6, 13, 20, 27</p><p>August 3, 10 ,17, 24, 31</p><p>September 7,14, 21, 28</p><p>October 5, 12, 19, 26</p> 2018-09-27 18:00:00 -0500
9/27/183:00 p.m.Bonaparte MercantileBonaparte -
ICON 43
<p>ICON, a 501(c)7 not-for-profit organization, is Iowa’s longest-running, fan organized science fiction and fantasy convention held in the fall of each year. Each convention features authors, artists, panels and workshops, gaming, parties, an art show, music, a dealers room and more.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Guests of Honor<span> </span></u></strong><br>Mike Mullin, author<span> </span><br>Daniel Mohr, artist<span> </span><br>Mike Miller, fan<span> </span><br>Wolfie B. Bad, actor<span> </span><br>Jim C. Hines, author and toastmaster<span> </span><br>Joe and Gay Haldeman, ICON founders</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Events</u></strong></p><ul><li>Art Auction</li><li>Art Show</li><li>Artist Alley</li><li>Board Games</li><li>Charity Auction</li><li>Collectable Card Games</li><li>Cosplay Events Without Prizes</li><li>Dealer Room</li><li>Fan Panels</li><li>Free Autographs</li><li>General Cosplay All Over</li><li>Guest Panels</li><li>Hospitality</li><li>Karaoke</li><li>Pick Up Games</li><li>Role Playing Games</li><li>Workshops</li></ul><p><br></p><h5>Barnes & Noble Fundraising Event</h5><p>Each a number of authors attending ICON gather at at Barnes & Noble to meet and greet fans. This includes our author guest of honor. This event is free for the public to attend. All we ask is that you mention ICON when you make a purchase. A small portion of your purchase will support ICON and our chosen charity for the year.</p><p>6:30 pm – 8:00 pm on Thursday<br>Cedar Rapids Barnes & Noble, 333 Collins Rd NE Bldg 1, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402</p><h5><br></h5><h5>Masquerade</h5><p>At ICON we host a fun, relaxed, casual Masquerade/Cosplay Show. We welcome all. Outfits must be “Street Legal” and we ask that you keep things PG-13 as there may be children either in the audience or on the stage.</p><p><br></p><h5>Saturday Phen Feud</h5><p>Family Feud is an American television game show created by Mark Goodson where two families compete to name the most popular responses to survey questions in order to win cash and prizes. It is considered a spin-off of Match Game, whose panel included original host Richard Dawson.</p><p>Phen Feud is ICON’s version of Family Feud where we will have teams compete against each other for the most popular responses to phen friendly questions in order to win THE ULTIMATE ICON GAMING TROPHY and maybe a little something more.</p><p>ICON would like to host as many teams of 4 as we can for our Saturday Evening Entertainment! The DeCrane Sisters are delighted to host, have worked hard to gather the information for our questions and, of course, are keeping it in fun phen phrasing! Now, go get your teams together and <a href="http://iowa-icon.com/wordpress/about-icon/contact-us/">contact us</a> to reserve your spot!</p><p><br></p><h5>Annual Blood Drive</h5><p>Every year ICON partners with the <a href="https://www.bloodcenter.org/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center</a> to bring a mobile blood donation bus to our event. This is just another way ICON supports our area.</p><p><br></p><h5>The Chocolate Ceremony</h5><p>Shrouded in secrecy and held late at night, the whole of ICON gathers to pay homage to the greatest gift of the gods have ever given us.</p><p><br></p><h5>Wylde Nept Concert</h5><p>Most years we host a Wylde Nept Concert on Friday night. <a href="http://iowa-icon.com/wordpress/attend-icon/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">An ICON membership</a> is required to attend the concert.</p> 2018-10-05 23:59:00 -0500
10/05/1812:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids MarriottCedar Rapids -
ICON 43
<p>ICON, a 501(c)7 not-for-profit organization, is Iowa’s longest-running, fan organized science fiction and fantasy convention held in the fall of each year. Each convention features authors, artists, panels and workshops, gaming, parties, an art show, music, a dealers room and more.</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Guests of Honor<span> </span></u></strong><br>Mike Mullin, author<span> </span><br>Daniel Mohr, artist<span> </span><br>Mike Miller, fan<span> </span><br>Wolfie B. Bad, actor<span> </span><br>Jim C. Hines, author and toastmaster<span> </span><br>Joe and Gay Haldeman, ICON founders</p><p><br></p><p><strong><u>Events</u></strong></p><ul><li>Art Auction</li><li>Art Show</li><li>Artist Alley</li><li>Board Games</li><li>Charity Auction</li><li>Collectable Card Games</li><li>Cosplay Events Without Prizes</li><li>Dealer Room</li><li>Fan Panels</li><li>Free Autographs</li><li>General Cosplay All Over</li><li>Guest Panels</li><li>Hospitality</li><li>Karaoke</li><li>Pick Up Games</li><li>Role Playing Games</li><li>Workshops</li></ul><p><br></p><h5>Barnes & Noble Fundraising Event</h5><p>Each a number of authors attending ICON gather at at Barnes & Noble to meet and greet fans. This includes our author guest of honor. This event is free for the public to attend. All we ask is that you mention ICON when you make a purchase. A small portion of your purchase will support ICON and our chosen charity for the year.</p><p>6:30 pm – 8:00 pm on Thursday<br>Cedar Rapids Barnes & Noble, 333 Collins Rd NE Bldg 1, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402</p><h5><br></h5><h5>Masquerade</h5><p>At ICON we host a fun, relaxed, casual Masquerade/Cosplay Show. We welcome all. Outfits must be “Street Legal” and we ask that you keep things PG-13 as there may be children either in the audience or on the stage.</p><p><br></p><h5>Saturday Phen Feud</h5><p>Family Feud is an American television game show created by Mark Goodson where two families compete to name the most popular responses to survey questions in order to win cash and prizes. It is considered a spin-off of Match Game, whose panel included original host Richard Dawson.</p><p>Phen Feud is ICON’s version of Family Feud where we will have teams compete against each other for the most popular responses to phen friendly questions in order to win THE ULTIMATE ICON GAMING TROPHY and maybe a little something more.</p><p>ICON would like to host as many teams of 4 as we can for our Saturday Evening Entertainment! The DeCrane Sisters are delighted to host, have worked hard to gather the information for our questions and, of course, are keeping it in fun phen phrasing! Now, go get your teams together and <a href="http://iowa-icon.com/wordpress/about-icon/contact-us/">contact us</a> to reserve your spot!</p><p><br></p><h5>Annual Blood Drive</h5><p>Every year ICON partners with the <a href="https://www.bloodcenter.org/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Mississippi Valley Regional Blood Center</a> to bring a mobile blood donation bus to our event. This is just another way ICON supports our area.</p><p><br></p><h5>The Chocolate Ceremony</h5><p>Shrouded in secrecy and held late at night, the whole of ICON gathers to pay homage to the greatest gift of the gods have ever given us.</p><p><br></p><h5>Wylde Nept Concert</h5><p>Most years we host a Wylde Nept Concert on Friday night. <a href="http://iowa-icon.com/wordpress/attend-icon/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">An ICON membership</a> is required to attend the concert.</p> 2018-07-07 23:59:00 -0500
10/05/1812:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids MarriottCedar Rapids -
Bug Club (Brownies)
<p>Observe bugs in nature and learn the usefulness of many insects. Capture bugs in our prairie and learn about their role in nature. (Bug badge) </p> 2018-08-17 11:00:00 -05009/22/189:00 a.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
4th Saturday Family Music Class
<p>Join<span> </span><a href="http://mymusiconthemove.com/"><strong>Music on the Move</strong></a><span> </span>for 45 minutes of music and play! Sing, play, listen, laugh, move, learn and bond with your baby, toddler, or preschooler. Lisa is a board-certified music therapist - all children are welcome!</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Wednesdays</strong>, and <strong>2nd </strong>&<strong> 4th </strong><strong>Saturdays</strong> at<strong> 9:15 AND 10:15 am</strong>. <a href="https://www.schedulicity.com/scheduling/MOTGNS/">Register online</a> or call<span> </span><span title="Call with Google Voice"><span id="gc-number-0" class="gc-cs-link" title="Call with Google Voice">(319) 849-8288</span></span><span> </span>to reserve your seat. </p><p dir="ltr">Drop into any class for $12.50 or purchase a package of 4 classes/$41. Cash discount available. Siblings 1/2 off! Siblings under 8 months are free!</p> 2018-09-22 10:00:00 -0500
9/22/189:15 a.m.Baby TimeCedar Rapids -
The Downtown Dachshund Autumn Open House
<p>Support local business by stopping by for The Downtown Dachshund's Autumn Open House on Saturday September 22, 2018. Get first pick on fall styles, refreshments and in-store discounts. For more information visit us on Facebook:</p><p>https://www.facebook.com/thedowntowndachshund/</p> 2018-08-20 16:00:00 -05009/22/1810:00 a.m.The Downtown DachshundEly -
Saturday Family Workshop: Glass Coasters
<h5><strong>Glass Coaster Workshop</strong></h5><h5>Create one glass coaster using fusing techniques.</h5><p><a data-initialized="true" href="https://theceramicscenter.secure.force.com/events/CnP_PaaS_EVT__ExternalRegistrationPage?event_id=a0J0W00000ZVrvGUAT" target="_blank">REGISTER</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><h5>Date: Saturday, September 22</h5><h5>Time: 2:00-3:30 pm </h5><h5>Cost: $20.00</h5> 2018-05-23 15:30:00 -05009/22/182:00 p.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
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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> 2018-10-01 10:20:00 -0500
10/01/1810:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Crosscut Performance
<p><strong><span><span><span><span><span><span>CrossCut is a duo composed of a brother and sister. Dennis Chapman and Sheree Doyle. Dennis has played guitar since the age of nine. He started playing alongside his father's band, Dale Chapman and the Country Ramblers. He has also played with Kent's Kountry Kombo, Moonshine, and Southern Comfort. He plays the 6 and 12 string and electric guitars and mandolin.</span><span><br></span><span>Sheree has been in a band with her brother since the age of 15; Moonshine and Southern Comfort. She plays bass guitar and flute.</span><span><br></span><span>The duo love harmonies and play songs from the genres of country, soft rock, classic rock and pop spanning the 70's to today.</span></span></span></span></span></span></strong></p><p><br></p> 2018-09-16 22:00:00 -0500
9/22/187:00 p.m.Ramsey's Wine BistroMarion -
Prairie No-School Event
<p>Join us for a special viewing of "It's the Great Pumpkin, Charlie Brown!" The movie, snacks and an activity will be provided. </p> 2018-09-19 15:30:00 -0500
10/01/182:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
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> 2018-09-24 10:30:00 -0500
9/24/189:30 a.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
2018 Fall Craft & Vendor Show
<p>2018 Fall Craft & Vendor Show</p><p>September 21 – 23, 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/188636868378767</p><p><br></p><p>Setup Time: Thursday 5 - 7 pm, Friday & Saturday 7 - 10 am</p><p>Show Hours: Friday & Saturday 10 am - 8 pm, Sunday Noon - 5 pm</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Bringing together a group of Vendors with a large variety of item on hand. Come out to the mall to finds some great fall season items and holiday gifts. We will also have mums, squash, gourds and pumpkins at the event,</p><p><br></p> 2018-09-24 19:00:00 -0500
9/24/1810:00 a.m.Westland MallBurlington -
Diabetes-Friendly Cooking Class
<p>Diabetes-Friendly Cooking Class - Fresh Flavors of Fall - $10/person</p><p>Following a complimentary nutrition tour focused on diabetes-friendly food choices from noon to 1:00 p.m., join your Hy-Vee dietitian in the Club Room for a cooking class centered on fresh, diabetic-friendly fall dishes. On the menu: Pumpkin & Oats Breakfast in a Jar, Sun-Dried Tomato Sausage & Spaghetti Squash and Autumn Kale Salad; three delicious and nutritious diabetic-friendly recipes you'll enjoy in class and surely want to make at home. $10/person.</p><p>Pre-registration requested by calling (319)366-7756 or email: <a>Lashley@hy-vee.com</a>. Registration closes at 1:00 p.m. on Sunday, Sept. 23. Thank you.</p> 2018-09-10 14:00:00 -05009/24/181:00 p.m.Oakland Road Hy-Vee Club RoomCedar Rapids