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(319) 294-22374444 First Ave. NE Suite 3001, Cedar Rapids1666 West Airline Hwy. , Waterloo
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Ramayana - The Journey of Prince Rama
<p><strong><u>2:30 PM Seating begins</u></strong></p><p><strong><u>3:00 PM Show starts</u></strong></p><p><strong><u>Social Hour with refreshments will be after the show </u></strong></p><p>Direction and Choreography by Smitha Khullar, Artistic Director of Sampradaya Dance Troupe of Iowa City.</p><p>Come watch the graceful East Indian Classical Dance Drama that brings the epic story of Ramayana alive on stage.</p><p>Performed by students of the Sampradaya Dance Troupe of Iowa City, it's been featured on the PBS series "Greetings from Iowa". </p><blockquote><p><strong>Catch the SEASON 1 EPISODE 3 at this YouTube link </strong>: <a href="https://www.pbs.org/video/sampradaya-dance-troupe-1wdbnk/" target="_blank" rel="nofollow" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.pbs.org%2Fvideo%2Fsampradaya-dance-troupe-1wdbnk%2F&h=AT02TQd7M-6CpMqn9cOwgaiDTznvCMPFx53wxi6f4Mc6WD_X5INvppkgyXwRAD-MMoKxUa6KjrdtFdKuhFsuFj6MO-7jCpGn3eNCNVtQ0BXkhpWQ2SKKpug6lt_RTJOLnDAM" data-lynx-mode="hover">https://www.pbs.org/video/sampradaya-dance-troupe-1wdbnk/</a></p></blockquote><p>This also aired on PBS television earlier this year. </p><p>100% of the net sale proceeds will benefit the Go-Green initiative of Eastern Iowa Hindu Temple for purchases such as biodegradable products.</p> 2018-10-10 18:30:00 -0500
10/27/182:30 p.m.Theatre Cedar RapidsCedar Rapids -
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Sunday Fun Day: Skeletons & Ghosts!
<p>We are celebrating Art and Literature at the library this month for ARTober!<br>Trick or Treat! Construct your own skeleton out of Q-tips and take a treat home to eat later! Ghost pops are so easy that the kids can make them all by themselves.</p><p>Sunday Fundays are designed for children and their families to enjoy together.</p> 2018-10-10 16:00:00 -0500
10/28/182:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Draw Me a Zoo: Free Family Fun Day at the CRMA!
<p>Draw Me a Zoo: Family Fun Day at the CRMA</p><p>Join us for <strong>free art-making activities</strong> for all ages and <strong>free gallery admission </strong>to celebrate the opening of our newest exhibition,<span> </span><em>If We Ran the Zoo: Animals in Children’s Book Illustration</em>. There will be fun make-and-take animal-themed art projects, free gallery admission, scavenger hunts, balloon animals with Papa Balloon Mark Garvey, an art tools “petting zoo,” and even a special appearance by Clifford the Big Red Dog. Bring the whole family! </p><p><br></p> 2018-10-03 15:00:00 -0500
10/20/1811:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
YMCA Monster Mash
<p>Family Fun - What a Treat! Join us for a Spooky Swim, Ghoulish Goodies, Costume Contest, Make Monster Paws, Cake Walk and more!!</p> 2018-10-04 20:00:00 -050010/19/186:00 p.m.Stoney Point YMCACedar Rapids -
Sunday Fun Day: Build a Monster
<p>We are celebrating Art and Literature at the library this month for ARTober! If you could design your own monster, what would it look like? We will have eyes, arms, feet, teeth and more for you to design and create your monstrous pal!</p><p>Sunday Fundays are designed for children and their families to enjoy together.</p> 2018-10-10 16:00:00 -0500
10/21/182:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Toddler Time
<p>Young children and their caregivers are invited to listen to stories and participate in fun activities.</p><p>Children must be with a caregiver.</p> 2018-07-17 11:00:00 -0500
11/27/1810:30 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Toddler Time
<p>Young children and their caregivers are invited to listen to stories and participate in fun activities.</p><p>Children must be with a caregiver.</p> 2018-10-23 11:00:00 -0500
10/23/1810:30 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Story Time
<p>Please join us for 30 minutes of stories and fun. Children must be with a caregiver.</p> 2018-10-24 11:00:00 -0500
10/24/1810:30 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Judgement House Walk-through Drama (October 25-28, 2018)
<p>Judgement House is a walk-through drama and an effective tool to present the gospel and give individuals the opportunity to choose a saving relationship with Jesus Christ. Refreshments, Students (with student ID) $5; Adult $10; all children under the age of 13 must be accompanied by a parent or guardian. (319) 393-0118, (312) 545-3043, info@gtcworship.org, www.gtcworship.org. </p> 2018-10-12 22:00:00 -050010/25/187:00 p.m.Gospel Tabernacle ChurchCedar Rapids -
Sirenz with guest David Kirkeby Performance
<p><strong><strong><strong>The Sirenz bring their blend of fun and three party harmony to Ramsey's Bistro. Relax with friends!</strong></strong></strong></p> 2018-10-11 21:00:00 -0500
10/18/186:00 p.m.Ramsey's Wine BistroMarion -
Trunk or Treat
<p>St. Paul's UMC looks forward to hosting our neighbors at our annual Trunk or Treat event for an afternoon of fun, food, and of course CANDY! No TRICKS here...only TREATS! You and your children can walk through our parking lot stopping at each parked car to get candy. Join us at the 2nd Avenue Parking lot on Sunday, October 28 from 3-5 pm for this family friendly event. Questions please contact the church office at 363-2058.</p> 2018-09-18 17:00:00 -0500
10/28/183:00 p.m.St. Paul's United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
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'Light's Out' Family Fun Night
<p>October 28 from 6-8:30 PM</p><p>9527 Hwy 151, Anamosa, IA</p><p>Apostolic Assembly church invites you to a <strong>Christian Family Worship</strong> and <strong>Glow in the Dark Fun night</strong>!</p><p>Join us for a casual worship service and then enjoy fun activities including:</p><ul><li>Black Light Mini Golf</li><li>Flashlight Walk</li><li>Obstacle Course</li><li>And more!</li></ul><p>BRING YOUR FLASHLIGHTS SO YOU WON’T BE LEFT IN THE DARK!!!</p><p>For more information call 319-462-4170 or check our website @ apostolicsofanamosa.com</p> 2018-10-11 20:30:00 -0500
10/28/186:00 p.m.Apostolic AssemblyANAMOSA -
Family Nature Experience: Wild Weekend
<p><a><strong>Family Nature Experience: Wild Weekend</strong></a><!--[if !supportAnnotations]--><a href="#_msocom_1" language="JavaScript" name="_msoanchor_1">[1]</a><!--[endif]--></p><p>Saturday, October 20, 1-3 PM</p><p>Instructor: Emily Roediger</p><p>Learn about the animals that call Iowa woodlands and prairies home. Come dressed for the weather! Sturdy shoes recommended. M $2; NM $5; children under 5 are free.</p><!--[if !supportAnnotations]--><!--[endif]--><!--[if !supportAnnotations]--><!--[endif]--><!--[if !supportAnnotations]--><!--[endif]--><p>Weekend GSA supports Emily</p><p>Classrooms and trails</p><p>Limit 30 people</p> 2018-08-08 15:00:00 -050010/20/181:00 p.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
Writing for Publication Workshop
<p>Are you interested in becoming a writer? Do you have any ideas for articles, books or essays? If so, then this is the workshop for you! Join widely published author, Mary Potter Kenyon, on October 20th for a two hour workshop that will show you how to jump-start your writing career!</p><p>This free workshop is open to teens and adults.</p> 2018-06-28 16:00:00 -0500
10/20/182:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
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 -
2 Buck Tuesdays
<p>Every Tuesday 1-8pm enjoy $2 games of bowling, $2 shoe rental, $2 pop, $2 domestic drafts, $2 hot dog. </p> 2018-10-23 20:00:00 -050010/23/181:00 p.m.Westdale Bowling Center & Lazer TagCedar Rapids -
Sparkling Wine Tasting
<p>Help me celebrate my birthday with some BUBBLY!!! We will taste a variety from sweet to dry. Did you know that sparkling wines pair well with a large variety of foods...including butter popcorn? We will be sure to have a pairing sheet for everyone we try! We also have our sparkling wines available for sale!</p><p>**$10/person**</p> 2018-10-08 21:00:00 -0500
10/18/187:00 p.m.Della Viti Wine LoungeCedar Rapids -
James Kennedy & Friends @ Sutliff Cider Co.
<p>James Kennedy & Friends will bring their blend of blues, jazz, world music and classic rock to Sutliff Cider Co. on the last Sunday of the "season" and a pre-Halloween party. Plent of good food, cider, and music will make for an afternoon of fun!</p><p>Hope you can join us. </p>10/28/183:00 p.m.Sutliff Cider CompanyLisbon -
Fun with Sheep and Alpace
<p>This is a 3 session class recommended for advanced knitters that want to try color work or fair isle knitting. Choose either the cowl, stocking cap, head band, or all 3.</p> 2018-09-22 15:00:00 -0500
10/24/181:00 p.m.Village NeedleworkMarion -
Toddler Time
<p>Young children and their caregivers are invited to listen to stories and participate in fun activities.</p><p>Children must be with a caregiver.</p> 2018-10-30 11:00:00 -0500
10/30/1810:30 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Harvest Hayrack Night
<p>Cedar Rapids Parks & Recreation invites families to Ushers Ferry for some good old-fashioned fall fun including hayrack rides, drinking hot cocoa around a bonfire, and making crafts. Select village buildings will be open for tours until sunset and popcorn and sarsaparilla will be available for purchase at the saloon.</p><p>The earlier program called “Sunset Pumpkins” is from 5:00-6:30 p.m. for families with young children who have a hard time staying up late (older children are welcome, too). The later session, “Night Owls,” is from 6:30-8:00 p.m. The fee per evening for each program is $6.25/child (3-14 years), $9.50/adult and free admission for those age 2 and under. Advance registration is available but not required.</p> 2018-10-24 20:00:00 -0500
10/24/185:00 p.m.Ushers Ferry Historic VillageCedar Rapids -
Anime-niacs Fandom Halloween Party!
<p>What's this? What's this?</p><p>It's a Nightmare Before Christmas Fandom Halloween Party! On October 25th at 4:30 celebrate by eating spooky treats, making Jack and Sally crafts and watching the movie!</p><p>This program is open to teens and tweens in grades 5th-12th!</p> 2018-10-15 18:30:00 -0500
10/25/184:30 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
BOO at the BARN
<p>It will be a Spooky Halloween celebration at the Miracles in Motion Farm, a 76-acre spread located two miles west of Swisher (exit 10 off Interstate 380). Kids and adults alike will enjoy lots of Spooktacular fun with the Miracles’ team and their miraculous herd of horses. Activities will include games, face painting, treats, and other fun. Wear your Halloween costume if you like. Some of our horses may just wear their costumes, too!</p> 2018-10-11 16:00:00 -0500
10/27/1812:00 p.m.Miracles in Motion Therapeutic Equestrian CenterSwisher -
Scary Stories on the Lawn
<p><a><strong>Scary Stories on the Lawn </strong></a><!--[if !supportAnnotations]--><a href="#_msocom_1" language="JavaScript" name="_msoanchor_1">[1]</a><!--[endif]--><!--[if !supportAnnotations]--><a href="#_msocom_2" language="JavaScript" name="_msoanchor_2">[2]</a><!--[endif]--><!--[if !supportAnnotations]--><a href="#_msocom_3" language="JavaScript" name="_msoanchor_3">[3]</a><!--[endif]--></p><p>Friday, October 26, 7:30-9 PM</p><p>Instructor: Darrin Crow</p><p>Gather around the fire for an evening of scary stories – stories that will have you looking over your shoulder into the dark woods! This program is not for young children. Stories will be scary! A snack will be provided. Bring lawn chairs and/or blankets. M $5; NM $8.</p><!--[if !supportAnnotations]--><!--[endif]--><!--[if !supportAnnotations]--><!--[endif]--><!--[if !supportAnnotations]--><!--[endif]--><p>Need Program Assistant</p><p>Limit 40 people</p><p>Education Circle, classrooms as backup</p><!--[if !supportAnnotations]--><!--[endif]--><!--[if !supportAnnotations]--><!--[endif]--><p>Will need classrooms as backup as aud is in use for rental</p><!--[if !supportAnnotations]--><!--[endif]--><!--[if !supportAnnotations]--><!--[endif]--><p>Sounds good!</p> 2018-08-08 21:00:00 -050010/26/187:30 p.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
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An Evening with LONESTAR
<p>Known for merging their country roots with strong melodies and rich vocals, Lonestar has amassed sales in excess of 10 million album units since their national launch in 1995 and achieved 10 #1 country hits including "No News," "Come Crying To Me," and "Amazed," which was also #1 on the Billboard Hot 100, the first record since 1983 to top both charts.</p><p>www.lonestarnow.com</p><p>Free CyberCafé Knapp Stage Pre-Show Concert 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.</p><p>With support from WGLR</p> 2018-08-06 21:00:00 -0500
10/26/187:30 p.m.University of Dubuque Heritage CenterDubuque -
Intro to Needle Felting
<p>Select from a variety of different animals and learn the art of Needle Felting a 3-dimentional animal. </p> 2018-09-22 12:00:00 -0500
10/18/1810:00 a.m.Village NeedleworkMarion -
Play & Learn
<p>Never underestimate the power of play!</p><p>You don’t need fancy toys or degrees in child development to make a positive difference in the life of children. Play & Learn is an organized play group for young children (0-5 years old) and the people who take care of them – parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, other family members and family friends. Join us and learn everything you need to know to support the kids in your life.</p> 2018-10-18 11:30:00 -0500
10/18/1810:00 a.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> 2018-10-18 17:00:00 -0500
10/18/1810:00 a.m.Old Capitol MuseumIowa City -
The Addams Family
<p>Join your favorite creepy, cooky, mysterious and spooky family for this mad-cap musical adventure! When teenage daughter Wednesday brings her straight-laced Midwestern boyfriend and his parents home for dinner at the mansion, nothing will ever be the same for the Addams family... snap, snap.</p><p>Wednesday/Thursday/Sunday at 2pm</p><p>Friday/Saturday at 7:30pm</p> 2018-10-18 16:00:00 -0500
10/18/182:00 p.m.Old Creamery TheatreAmana -
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> 2018-10-18 17:30:00 -0500
10/18/183:30 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids