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1951 Delta Ave., West Branch16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids
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Faculty & Friends Orchestra Concert
<p>Coe Faculty & Friends perform with Coe Symphony Orchestra.</p> 2019-09-24 20:30:00 -0500
2/15/207:00 p.m.Coe College Sinclair AuditoriumCedar Rapids -
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YouTube Try Not to Laugh Challenge
<p>Bring your friends and try not to laugh at seriously funny YouTube videos</p>
11/21/193:00 p.m.North Liberty Community LibraryNorth Liberty -
Family Skate Public Skate
<p>Family Skate, Public Skate Event, open to all ages. Bring your friends and family for a fun afternoon or evening. Admission and Skate Rental for just $25 per family.</p> 2019-11-11 17:00:00 -0600
11/17/192:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Ice ArenaCedar Rapids -
Family Folk Machine Fall 2019 Concert: One Family
<p>The Family Folk Machine is Iowa City’s intergenerational, non-auditioned community choir. With a mission to build community, educate about American history and culture, and catalyze individuals’ musical development, the Family Folk Machine’s 75-voice all-ages choir performs concerts for the Iowa City community along with a band. The fall 2019 concert will be “One Family”: songs about the stages of life, family relationships, and finding family in a community of supportive friends. “One Family” will showcase songs by Janis Ian, Bill Withers, Bob Dylan, Jeff Tweedy, Sade, Greg Brown, and others, along with five original songs about parenting, aging, and the human family.</p><p><br></p> 2019-09-01 17:00:00 -0500
11/17/193:00 p.m.Englert TheatreIowa City -
Mindfulness for Families at Prairiewoods
<p>We continually look for creative ways to bring awareness, compassion, kindness, peace and tranquility into our homes. These monthly opportunities at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) are for parents and children from kindergarten through grade 12 to attend together. We will focus on simple, mindful practices to create peaceful awareness in the parent, child and home. Facilitators Kim Seward, BSN, RN, CMI (Certified Mindfulness Instructor), and Ann Jackson, PBVM, will guide us to explore and engage fun mindfulness activities to do together as a family. Practicing foundational aspects of mindful awareness—noticing senses, emotions and thoughts in fun and practical ways—will cultivate awareness, a greater understanding of emotions, kindness and compassion in all relationships, especially the parent-child relationship. As parents and children attend these sessions together, they will build a comprehensive mindfulness toolkit to use for future family enjoyment. Monthly themes include Foundation of Breath (Sunday, Sept. 15, 3–4:30 p.m.), Awareness and Presence (Monday, Oct. 21, 6–7:30 p.m.), Gratitude and Kindness (Sunday, Nov. 17, 3–4:30 p.m.) and Emotions (Monday, Dec. 16, 6–7:30 p.m.). Some activities will occur outside, so please dress accordingly. The cost is $20 per family for each session. Some financial assistance is available. Each session is limited to 30 total parents and children, and registration is required by the previous Monday. (Please include the total number and ages of participants at registration.) For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2019-08-19 16:30:00 -0500
11/17/193:00 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
JUST CHURCH
<p><strong>About JustChurch</strong></p><p>JustChurch is a weekly, Saturday evening, downtown worshiping community in the Iowa City/Cedar Rapids corridor. JustChurch is “just” in two ways:</p><ul><li><br><ul><li>Just a worshipping community</li><li>Participates in acts of JUSTice that flow from worship</li></ul></li></ul><p>JustChurch is intentionally focused on worship steeped in ancient Christian tradition expressed in new, simple ways, without building ownership, standing committees, etc. JustChurch is a refuge to those who seek to express faith for good in a community of inclusion and who feel left out of current institutional religion. Since JustChurch wants money to do the most good it can do, it strives to be an 80/20 worshipping community (dedicating 80% of its income for maximal impact on justice while using 20% to cover intentionally low operating costs).</p> 2019-11-23 18:00:00 -0600
11/23/195:00 p.m.MERGEIowa City -
Young Footliters presents Treasure Island
<p>The story of <em>Treasure Island</em> is a classic. Originally written by Robert Louis Stevenson in 1883, this adaptation by ArtReach Children’s Theatre Plays’ Kathryn Schultz Miller encompasses all the elements needed for an entertaining story. </p><p><br></p><p>The Young Footliters Youth Theatre invites you to join them on a slightly different adventure, as Jim Hawkins, after having his worst day ever, dreams of a better life as a pirate. He meets pirates Billy Bones and Long John Silver, as well as beautiful mermaids, dancing crabs, and some very vocal parrots.</p><p><em><br></em></p><p><em>Group Discounts: Groups of 10 or more can save 15%; contact the Box Office for details.</em> </p> 2019-07-25 21:00:00 -0500
3/13/207:00 p.m.Coralville Center for the Performing ArtsCoralville -
Storytime with The Iowa Children's Museum
<p>Join the Iowa Children's Museum for a fun and interactive family storytime!</p>
11/20/196:30 p.m.North Liberty Community LibraryNorth Liberty -
Longbranch Name that Tune
<p>7-10 pm <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NameThatTuneWithMatt/" target="_blank">Name That Tune</a> (compete against other teams to win prizes). No Cover 21 and older!</p><p>All you can eat Taco Bar-5:00 pm-9:00 pm.</p><p>$5.00 with a beverage purchase.</p> 2019-11-20 22:00:00 -0600
11/20/197:00 p.m.Longbranch RestaurantCedar Rapids -
Storytime with City Circle Theatre
<p>Come to a fun-filled introduction to Annie! City Circle Theatre will give a presentation of musical theatre, do a few musical numbers, read an Annie story, and guests will have a chance to take photos with the cast!</p>
11/23/1911:00 a.m.North Liberty Community LibraryNorth Liberty -
Brucemore Mansion Tours
<p>A visit to Brucemore explores more than 130 years of Eastern Iowa history through the lives of the three families who called Brucemore home—the Sinclairs, the Douglases, and the Halls. They were business and community leaders during a century of evolution in the Midwest. The changes they made to their estate, the impact they had on their community, and the stories they left behind shape our understanding of modern Cedar Rapids, eastern Iowa, and the American Midwest.</p><p><br></p><p>Mansion tours are offered March through December, Wednesday through Sunday. Inquire for times within the general visiting hours. Tickets can be purchased online, over the phone, or in the visitor center. Advance ticket purchase is recommended as tours sell-out, especially during periods of high demand. Admission fees vary by tour selection, season, and ticket type. </p> 2019-11-17 15:15:00 -0600
11/17/1912:30 p.m.brucemoreCedar Rapids -
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Longbranch Pub QUiz
<p>Looking for something to do and good with trivia? Join us every Thursday night from 8pm-10pm for America's Pub Quiz. Compete against other people or teams to win prizes. No Cover.<br> . </p> 2019-11-14 22:00:00 -0600
11/21/198:00 p.m.Longbranch RestaurantCedar Rapids -
LIFETREE CAFÉ - Make a Difference Now: Choose to Be Extraordinary
<p>Lifetree Café is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual, comfortable setting. </p><p>The program, titled “Make a Difference Now: Choose to Be Extraordinary,” includes a filmed interview with internationally acclaimed author and speaker Mark Sanborn, who will share his thoughts on living an exceptional life. Sanborn investigated this topic in his popular book <em>The Fred Factor,</em> the story of Fred the postman.</p><p>“Nobody can prevent you from being extraordinary,” says Sanborn. “Anyone can be a Fred, but not everyone chooses to be a Fred.”</p> 2019-10-21 13:00:00 -0500
11/22/1912:00 p.m.Lutheran Church of the ResurrectionMarion -
Vocal Concert: Song of love, triumph and hope
<p>Kirkwood Community College's select vocal ensembles present an evening of timeless melodies and poems, through contemporary choral and vocal jazz arrangements.</p>
11/22/197:30 p.m.Kirkwood Community College, Ballantyne AuditoriumCedar Rapids -
Sunday Fun Day
<p>Sunday Fun Days are designed for children and their families to enjoy together. Stop by the Storytime Room anytime between 2 and 4 p.m. on Sundays in November to make and take a fun craft.</p><p>Nov. 2: Dream Catchers</p><p>Nov. 10: Popsicle Stick Scarecrows</p><p>Nov. 17: Turkey Puppets</p><p>Nov. 24: Thankful Wreaths</p> 2019-11-17 16:00:00 -0600
11/17/192:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
A Very Merry Vendor Fair
<p>Save the date for A Very Merry Vendor Fair Sunday, November 17th at Lowe Park in Marion!<br><br>There will be tons of LuLaRoe at an amazing deal you just can’t miss, Writings on the Wall will be back with their beautiful handmade wood signs, along with Lubben Vineyards and Wine, LipSense, Thirty-One, Usborne Books, Scentsy, ColorStreet, Arbonne, Park Lane Jewelry, Watkins and Mary Kay!<br><br>Free parking! Free admission! Everyone is welcome! </p> 2019-11-11 14:00:00 -0600
11/17/1911:00 p.m.Lowe Park Arts & Environment CenterMarion -
Angst: Screening & Discussion
<p>Tanager Place is holding a special screening of the IndieFlix documentary “Angst” to open up a dialogue between local families, community leaders and experts.</p><p>This event will feature a viewing of the 56-minute film, followed by optional guided community conversations led by Tanager Place experts. Although the event is free and open to all, auditorium seating is limited to 200.</p><p>Part of the beauty of this film is the openness of the children and young adults featured; for some of them, the “Angst” project marks the first time they are publicly sharing their experiences with anxiety. Our hope is that their candidness and bravery will inspire our community to do this same.</p><p>Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health challenge in the U.S., impacting 54 percent of females and 46 percent of males, with age seven being the median age of onset, according to the World Health Organization. While anxiety disorders are highly treatable, only one-third of those suffering receive treatment.</p><p>While “Angst” documents the struggles some people have with anxiety, it also reveals their hope for the future. Noah, a teenager in the film, describes it this way: “Anxiety doesn’t define me. It’s not just a curse; it also gives me strength.”</p><p>Everyone involved in the development of “Angst” has a personal experience with anxiety — from producers to interviewees.</p><p>“I welcomed the opportunity to be a part of ‘Angst’ to further the dialogue around mental health and to help people understand the impact anxiety has on our mental state and encourage people, especially kids, to ask for help,” said Michael Phelps, an Olympic swimmer who appears in the film.</p><p>Caregivers and children are encouraged to attend this event. The film is recommended for age 10 and up.</p> 2019-10-25 20:00:00 -0500
12/09/195:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public Library (Whipple Auditorium)Cedar Rapids, Iowa -
Friday Flick at ICPL
<p>We'll be showing a free family movie in the Storytime Room on Friday nights. Here's what will be screened in November:</p><p>Nov. 1: Pete's Dragon</p><p>Nov. 8: The Many Adventures of Winnie the Pooh</p><p>Nov. 15: The Princess Diaries</p><p>Nov. 22: Ratatouille</p> 2019-11-22 19:30:00 -060011/22/195:30 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Longbranch Karaoke
<p>Got a song you can't stop singing? Let it out every Friday and Saturday night starting at 9pm when we team up with <a href="https://www.facebook.com/starentertainment12/?__tn__=%2CdK%2AF-R&eid=ARAyQGySFsiK-Khiw2uyEaJPV9brtdjUmq3sVVQhUab7KEfXGwJ8MJswpnf-jZE4-Su99Z-ygyvcvxM3">Star Entertainment</a> for a professional sound experience. Whether you sing or you don't sing, join us for an entertaining night of laughter and fun.</p><p><br></p> 2019-11-22 01:00:00 -0600
11/22/199:00 p.m.Longbranch RestaurantCedar Rapids -
Family Workshops-- Glass Holiday Ornaments
<p>Glass Holiday Ornaments</p><p>We create HUNDREDS of glass ornaments in this ever popular series of workshops. Last year, these workshops sold out by September—-so secure your registration early.</p><p>Everyone in the workshops will create 2-3 handmade ornaments from glass, that you will cherish for many years to come.</p><p>**kids ages 8 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult**</p><h5> Saturday, November 23rd and Saturday, December 14th </h5><h5>10:30 AM—12:00 PM</h5><h5>Cost: $20</h5> 2019-01-17 12:00:00 -0600
11/23/1910:30 a.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
Free Thanksgiving Dinner
<p>Free Thanksgiving Dinner, Thursday the 28th from 11am-1pm. We will Have Turkey, all the fixings and PIE!! Please sign up on our website @firstopenbible.com or call the office (319-363-3117) and we hope to see you all there! Happy Holidays!</p> 2019-11-08 13:00:00 -0600
11/28/1911:00 a.m.First Open BibleCedar Rapids -
Longbranch Karaoke
<p>Got a song you can't stop singing? Let it out every Friday and Saturday night starting at 9pm when we team up with <a href="https://www.facebook.com/starentertainment12/?__tn__=%2CdK%2AF-R&eid=ARAyQGySFsiK-Khiw2uyEaJPV9brtdjUmq3sVVQhUab7KEfXGwJ8MJswpnf-jZE4-Su99Z-ygyvcvxM3">Star Entertainment</a> for a professional sound experience. Whether you sing or you don't sing, join us for an entertaining night of laughter and fun.</p><p><br></p> 2019-11-23 01:00:00 -0600
11/23/199:00 a.m.Longbranch RestaurantCedar Rapids -
Scholastic Chess Club
<p>Group lessons, organized chess activities, friendly tournaments, and free time to just play chess.</p><p>Join the Scholastic Chess Club the first and third Sundays of the month (Sept-May) from 2-5 pm at Downtown Library. Students grades K-12 are welcome to come and learn how to play this great universal game! Take part in group lessons, organized chess activities, friendly tournaments, and free time to just play chess. For more information, connect with the Cedar Rapids Chess Club on Facebook or visit www.chessiniowa.org/crchess.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-11-17 16:30:00 -0600
11/17/192:00 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Angst: Screening & Discussion (2nd & Final night)
<p>Tanager Place is holding a special screening of the IndieFlix documentary “Angst” to open up a dialogue between local families, community leaders and experts.</p><p>This event will feature a viewing of the 56-minute film, followed by optional guided community conversations led by Tanager Place experts. Although the event is free and open to all, auditorium seating is limited to 200.</p><p>Part of the beauty of this film is the openness of the children and young adults featured; for some of them, the “Angst” project marks the first time they are publicly sharing their experiences with anxiety. Our hope is that their candidness and bravery will inspire our community to do this same.</p><p>Anxiety disorders are the most common mental health challenge in the U.S., impacting 54 percent of females and 46 percent of males, with age seven being the median age of onset, according to the World Health Organization. While anxiety disorders are highly treatable, only one-third of those suffering receive treatment.</p><p>While “Angst” documents the struggles some people have with anxiety, it also reveals their hope for the future. Noah, a teenager in the film, describes it this way: “Anxiety doesn’t define me. It’s not just a curse; it also gives me strength.”</p><p>Everyone involved in the development of “Angst” has a personal experience with anxiety — from producers to interviewees.</p><p>“I welcomed the opportunity to be a part of ‘Angst’ to further the dialogue around mental health and to help people understand the impact anxiety has on our mental state and encourage people, especially kids, to ask for help,” said Michael Phelps, an Olympic swimmer who appears in the film.</p><p>Caregivers and children are encouraged to attend this event. The film is recommended for age 10 and up.</p> 2019-10-25 20:00:00 -0500
12/10/195:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public Library (Whipple Auditorium)Cedar Rapids, Iowa -
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Christmas Eve Day Dinner
<p><strong>Free Community Christmas Eve Day Dinner</strong><br>St. Paul's <em><strong>Christmas Eve Day Dinner</strong></em> <em><strong>is for EVERYONE</strong></em> – those who are struggling, those who are thankful, those who are lonely, and those in need of good food and conversation. St. Paul's will host a <strong><em>FREE</em></strong> <em><strong>Christmas Eve Day Dinner</strong></em> with all the fixings in the Wesley Center on <strong>December 24, 12:00-2:00 pm</strong>. Meals are also delivered to shut-ins. After guests are finished with their meal, dessert and games and more fellowship will be offered in the new Gathering Space. Guests are welcome to join us for worship service at 2:00 pm in the Sanctuary. </p><p><strong>No donations will be asked. Call United Way 739-4211 (211) to make reservation or if homebound to have a meal delivered. </strong></p> 2019-11-05 14:00:00 -0600
12/24/1912:00 p.m.St. Paul's United Methodist 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.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-11-18 10:25:00 -0600
11/18/199:30 a.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Try Not to Laugh Challenge
<p>Bring your friends to try your hand at this fun YouTube Challenge. How long can you last???</p>
11/27/196:00 p.m.North Liberty Community LibraryNorth Liberty -
Longbranch Name that Tune
<p>7-10 pm <a href="https://www.facebook.com/NameThatTuneWithMatt/" target="_blank">Name That Tune</a> (compete against other teams to win prizes). No Cover 21 and older!</p><p>All you can eat Taco Bar-5:00 pm-9:00 pm.</p><p>$5.00 with a beverage purchase.</p> 2019-11-27 22:00:00 -0600
11/27/197:00 p.m.Longbranch RestaurantCedar Rapids -
Family Workshops-- Glass Holiday Ornaments
<p>Glass Holiday Ornaments</p><p>We create HUNDREDS of glass ornaments in this ever popular series of workshops. Last year, these workshops sold out by September—-so secure your registration early.</p><p>Everyone in the workshops will create 2-3 handmade ornaments from glass, that you will cherish for many years to come.</p><p>**kids ages 8 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult**</p><h5>Saturday, November 23rd and Saturday, December 14th </h5><h5>2:00 PM—3:30 PM </h5><h5>Cost: $20</h5> 2019-01-17 15:30:00 -060011/23/192:00 p.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
Black Friday Sip and Shop at the Cedar Ridge Winery - 8th Annual
<p>Holiday Shopping and Wine Tasting? Yes please!! Join us for our 8th annual sip and shop! Shop with local businesses while tasting wine for free at Cedar Ridge Winery! Not big on Black Friday Shopping- then this will be perfect for you! Do you shop early on Black Friday? Make us your last stop and shop in a relaxing and in a less hustle-bustle environment! There will be giveaways, door prizes, and raffles that you DO NOT want to miss. #ShopLocal </p> 2019-11-05 15:00:00 -0600
11/29/1911:00 a.m.Cedar Ridge Distillery & WinerySwisher