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Cultivate Hope Market
<p>Stop by the urban farm to buy our fresh produce from 4-7 p.m. every Thursday! We will have fresh produce, vendor items, movement activities and brick oven pizzas. There will be scavenger hunts for the kids as well as the playground and other things to do around the farm.</p><p><br></p><p>A walking group will depart the farm at 5:30 p.m. for a one-mile walk. Don't forget your reusable water bottle!</p><p><br></p><p>SNAP/EBT accepted. Produce is sold at half price for income qualified individuals through our Farm Fresh Friends program.</p><p><br></p><p>The Cultivate Hope Urban Farm is located at 437 G Ave. NW in Cedar Rapids. Parking is available on both F and G Avenues.</p><p><br></p> 2019-10-24 19:00:00 -0500
10/24/194:00 p.m.Cultivate Hope Urban FarmCedar Rapids -
Antioch Christian Church Trunk or Treat
<p>Come join us for some family fun in the Antioch Church parking lot. Let the kids dress up in their Halloween costumes and go "Trunk or Treating"! There will be things to do for the whole family to enjoy! Bouncy House and Slide, Rock Climbing Wall, Carnival Games, Hot Chocolate, and Apple Cider. And, of course, trunks full of candy!</p> 2019-10-09 19:30:00 -0500
10/29/195:30 p.m.Antioch Christian ChurchMarion -
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The 17th Annual Free Coe College Playground of Science
<p dir="ltr">Kids! Bring your parents to the “Coe Playground of Science” night at Coe College in Cedar Rapids! The Coe College Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, Math, Computer Science, and ROTC Clubs will lead the fun in Peterson Hall October 24, 2019 from 6:00 – 9:00 P.M. in the evening. There will be interactive demos that teach kids of all ages about the natural world around them. We’ll levitate things, launch pumpkins on our trebuchet, do the “mentos and diet pepsi demo,” make dragon's breath flames, play with numbers, be amazed by strong magnets, make snow, see models of eyes and hearts, learn about the human body, see how chemistry allows us to create useful substances, make ice cream with liquid air, see molten glass poured at almost 2000 oF, and much more. Come have fun and learn about our natural world, all ages are welcome.</p><p dir="ltr">RSVP: Prof. Steve Feller, Physics Department, sfeller@coe.edu, 319-399-8633</p><p dir="ltr">Peterson Hall, Coe College, 1220 First AVE NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402</p><p dir="ltr">http://www.coe.edu/playgroundofscience</p><p dir="ltr">Peterson Hall is on College Rd NE (13th St) opposite the Clark Alumni House in </p><p dir="ltr">Cedar Rapids.</p><p dir="ltr">Parking available and signs will guide you to us.</p> 2019-09-30 21:00:00 -050010/24/196:00 p.m.Coe College Peterson Hall of ScienceCedar Rapids -
More Fun with Light and Shadow
<p>Let's play with light and shadow using an amazing new kit awarded by Iowa Governor's STEM Advisory Council. It includes different light sources, a light pad, a shadow screen and numerous playthings. We will share stories and then play!</p><p>Kids and their caregivers are welcome to attend this free event.</p> 2019-08-28 11:15:00 -0500
11/01/1910:30 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Delt Lecture: Steven Chu on "Climate Change"
<p>Nobel Prize winner and former U.S. Secretary of Energy Steven Chu will speak on “Climate Change and Innovative Paths to a Sustainable Future” as the next Delta Phi Rho Lecturer at 7 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 24, in <a href="https://www.cornellcollege.edu/about-cornell/pdfs/maps/campus-map.pdf" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">King Chapel on the Cornell College campus</a>.</p><p>Chu, the William R. Kenan Jr. Professor of Physics and Professor of Molecular & Cellular Physiology in the Medical School at Stanford University, was invited to campus in honor of the completion of Cornell’s $35 million <a href="https://news.cornellcollege.edu/2017/02/cornell-announces-35-million-science-facilities-project-largest-outright-cash-gift-history/" rel="nofollow noopener noreferrer" target="_blank">Science Facilities Project</a>.</p><p>Chu was the 12th U.S. Secretary of Energy, from January 2009 until the end of April 2013. As the first scientist to hold a Cabinet position and the longest-serving Energy Secretary, he recruited outstanding scientists and engineers into the Department of Energy. He began several initiatives including ARPA-E (Advanced Research Projects Agency–Energy), the Energy Innovation Hubs, was personally tasked by President Barack Obama to assist BP in stopping the Deepwater Horizon oil leak, and initiated in 2010 the annual Clean Energy Ministerial.</p><p>Chu has published over 280 papers in atomic and polymer physics, biophysics, biology, batteries, and other energy technologies. He holds 15 patents and an additional eight patent filings since 2015.</p><p>Prior to his cabinet post, he was director of the Lawrence Berkeley National Laboratory, where he pursued alternative and renewable energy technologies, and professor of physics and applied physics at Stanford University, where he helped launch Bio-X, a multi-disciplinary institute combining the physical and biological sciences with medicine and engineering. Previously he was head of the Quantum Electronics Research Department at AT&T Bell Laboratories.</p><p>Chu is the co-recipient of the 1997 Nobel Prize in Physics for his contributions to laser cooling and atom trapping and has received numerous other prestigious awards. He is a member of the National Academy of Sciences, the American Philosophical Society, the American Academy of Arts and Sciences, the Academia Sinica, and is a foreign member of the Royal Society, the Royal Academy of Engineering, the Chinese Academy of Sciences, Korean Academy of Sciences and Technology, and the National Academy of Sciences, Belarus. He is the president-elect of the American Association for the Advancement of Science.</p> 2019-09-12 20:00:00 -0500
10/24/197:00 p.m.Cornell College, King ChapelMount Vernon -
Open Lab at Beadology Iowa
<p>Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge.<span> </span>For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time.<span> </span>A basic metals studio is available for $15.<span> </span></p><p>We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community.<span> </span>You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!</p><p> </p><p>The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab. </p><p> </p> 2019-10-24 20:00:00 -0500
10/24/194:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Self-Portrait As... Homecoming Reception
<p>Come chat with alumni about their exhibits, contributions, and share about your time at Cornell.</p> 2019-09-15 17:00:00 -050010/26/193:00 p.m.Peter Paul Luce Gallery, Cornell CollegeMount Vernon -
Double Braided Copper Bracelet
<p>Take yards of copper wire and learn a fast and fun braiding technique. Make two braids and insert them into cones and add a clasp. A fast and furious class. Be sure to stretch your hands out before, during, and after class. No experience necessary. Instructor: Cheryl Weatherford.</p><p>Registration is $60 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</p> 2019-09-20 17:00:00 -0500
10/26/192:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Metal Star Holiday Ornament
<p>Use a jeweler’s saw to cut out a star from metal sheeting. Embellish the star using stamping techniques. Add a ring or string for hanging and you are ready to go. A great gift idea. No experience needed. Instructor: Maggie Joynt.</p><p>Registration is $88 and includes all materials, instruction, and use of studio and tools. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</p> 2019-09-20 20:30:00 -0500
10/25/195:30 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Pop-up Card & Envelope
<p>Learn the art of folding paper to create a simple pop-up card. Create a matching envelope. No beads involved in this project. This card will have to go to someone special. No experience needed. Instructor: Alyssa Jakowchuk.</p><p>Registration is $60 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</p> 2019-09-20 13:00:00 -0500
10/26/1910:00 a.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Open Lab at Beadology Iowa
<p>Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge.<span> </span>For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time.<span> </span>A basic metals studio is available for $15.<span> </span></p><p>We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community.<span> </span>You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!</p><p> </p><p>The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab. </p><p> </p> 2019-10-31 20:00:00 -0500
10/31/194:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Double St. Petersburg Chain Bracelet through Kirkwood
<p>This stitch originated in Russia. This class will get you familiar with the double version of this stitch with lots of repetition to create a bracelet. This stitch is great for making leaf motifs, too. You will use Toho seed beads and pressed glass from the Czech Republic. </p><p><em>Registration is through Kirkwood Community College. Register at:</em></p><p><a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/">www.kirkwood.edu</a><em> and go to Continuing Education and then search for Beadology Iowa under the instructor search. On site registrations will be taken if registration through Kirkwood meets minimum requirements of two participants. </em> Instructor: Karen Kubby.</p><p><strong>$30 instructor fee/$30 materials fee.</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p> 2019-09-20 16:00:00 -0500
10/29/191:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
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Open Lab at Beadology Iowa
<p>Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge.<span> </span>For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time.<span> </span>A basic metals studio is available for $15.<span> </span></p><p>We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community.<span> </span>You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!</p><p> </p><p>The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab. </p><p> </p> 2019-11-07 20:00:00 -0600
11/07/194:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Open Lab at Beadology Iowa
<p>Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge.<span> </span>For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time.<span> </span>A basic metals studio is available for $15.<span> </span></p><p>We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community.<span> </span>You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!</p><p> </p><p>The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab. </p><p> </p> 2019-11-14 20:00:00 -0600
11/14/194:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Open Lab at Beadology Iowa
<p>Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge.<span> </span>For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time.<span> </span>A basic metals studio is available for $15.<span> </span></p><p>We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community.<span> </span>You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!</p><p> </p><p>The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab. </p><p> </p> 2019-11-21 20:00:00 -0600
11/21/194:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Open Lab at Beadology Iowa
<p>Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge.<span> </span>For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time.<span> </span>A basic metals studio is available for $15.<span> </span></p><p>We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community.<span> </span>You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!</p><p> </p><p>The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab. </p><p> </p> 2019-11-28 20:00:00 -0600
11/28/194:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Open Lab at Beadology Iowa
<p>Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge.<span> </span>For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time.<span> </span>A basic metals studio is available for $15.<span> </span></p><p>We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community.<span> </span>You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!</p><p> </p><p>The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab. </p><p> </p> 2019-12-05 20:00:00 -0600
12/05/194:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Open Lab at Beadology Iowa
<p>Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge.<span> </span>For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time.<span> </span>A basic metals studio is available for $15.<span> </span></p><p>We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community.<span> </span>You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!</p><p> </p><p>The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab. </p><p> </p> 2019-12-12 20:00:00 -0600
12/12/194:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Open Lab at Beadology Iowa
<p>Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge.<span> </span>For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time.<span> </span>A basic metals studio is available for $15.<span> </span></p><p>We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community.<span> </span>You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!</p><p> </p><p>The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab. </p><p> </p> 2019-12-19 20:00:00 -0600
12/19/194:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Open Lab at Beadology Iowa
<p>Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge.<span> </span>For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time.<span> </span>A basic metals studio is available for $15.<span> </span></p><p>We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community.<span> </span>You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!</p><p> </p><p>The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab. </p><p> </p> 2019-12-26 20:00:00 -0600
12/26/194:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Doodlebugs at the North Liberty Community Library: Eerie Art
<p>Today’s subject is ghosts... but don’t be scared. These are messy “ghosts” that are fun to make, and you can take them home, haunt-free.</p> 2019-08-26 11:30:00 -0500
10/23/1910:30 a.m.North Liberty Community LibraryNorth Liberty -
Doodlebugs at the Hiawatha Public Library: Eerie Art
<p>Today’s subject is ghosts... but don’t be scared. These are messy “ghosts” that are fun to make, and you can take them home, haunt-free.</p> 2019-08-26 11:30:00 -0500
10/25/1910:30 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Iowa City Genealogical Society
<p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Organizing and Digitizing Your Family Photos – Topic for Genealogy Society Meeting</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>If you are your family’s “Go To” person for family tree information, you have probably found yourself the custodian of lots of old pictures. How do you organize them? How do you store them? How do you find the one you are looking for? How do you copy them to get the most out of them?</p><p>Thorpe recalls some of his early research being done via phone. He went from using files to keep his data to a basic computer program. He will share his approach to organizing photos which developed over 35 years of genealogical research. A consistent way of doing things can make all the difference, he feels.</p><p>The October 26th meeting will begin at 9:30 AM, at the LDS Family History Center, at 2730 Bradford Drive, Iowa City. Enter from the east parking lot. Non-members are welcome.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2019-10-09 10:30:00 -050010/26/199:30 a.m.LDS Family History CenterIOWA CITY -
Hallelujah Party
<p>Get ready kids! The biggest, most fun, party in town is coming!</p><p>The annual Hallelujah Party is our alternative to what the world has to offer this Halloween. It's a fun, kid-safe atmosphere that is becoming one of the biggest kid's events all year. Bring your friends, bounce in the inflatable house, win prizes, watch the show, then go back and do it all over again.</p><p>We'll have carnival games, face painting, kiddie bounce, concessions, and of course LOTS OF CANDY!</p><p>Invite your friends and wear your modest, non-violent costume! Full facial masks, violent or scary costumes or make-up will NOT be permitted.</p><p>We'll have fun, fun, and more FUN!!</p><p>All children ages 12 and under are welcome!</p><p>All children must be accompanied by an adult.</p><p><br></p> 2019-09-17 20:30:00 -050010/31/196:30 p.m.Spirit of Faith Family ChurchCedar Rapids -
Pumpkin Painting
<p>Do you need a colorful pumpkin to help you get ready for Halloween? Children in grades Kindergarten through 5th grade are welcome to join us for this fun Halloween activity!</p><p>Registration is required.</p> 2019-08-27 17:00:00 -0500
10/29/194:15 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
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Farm Dinner- 10th Anniversary Benefit for Coralville Community Food Pantry
<p>The Coralville Community Food Pantry exists to ensure that every child and adult in our community goes to bed with the food they need and deserve. </p><p>Since opening our doors in 2009, the food pantry has provided more than 2 million pounds of food to 9,500 Coralville and Tiffin residents. This is only possible because of our generous community.</p><p>You can continue to help us build a healthier, stronger, and hunger-free Coralville community by attending our first annual Farm Dinner at the beautiful Walker Homestead.</p><p>Don't miss this first class farm-to-table culinary experience led by acclaimed local chef Chris Grebner. Attendees will be treated to a seasonally inspired 5-course dinner, with nearly all of the ingredients produced onsite by farmer Shanti Sellz of Muddy Miss Farms. A complimentary glass of wine crafted onsite at Walker Homestead will be included, with additional drinks available for purchase throughout the night. Live bluegrass music from Marc & Brandi Janssen, fire pits, and unmatched sunset views of the Walker Homestead's vineyard will make this an event to be remembered. </p><p>Early bird tickets are $90/person until October 1, when the price will go up to $100/person. </p><p>For every ticket sold, the food pantry is able to provide food for a family of four for 3 months.</p> 2019-08-26 21:00:00 -0500
10/24/196:00 p.m.Walker HomesteadIowa City -
Pumpkin Carving Family Fun @ Millstream Brau Haus
<div data-block="true" data-editor="7ni0p" data-offset-key="cc1bd-0-0"><div data-offset-key="cc1bd-0-0"><span data-offset-key="cc1bd-0-0">Pumpkin Carving with the Family</span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="7ni0p" data-offset-key="1e7cq-0-0"><div data-offset-key="1e7cq-0-0"><span data-offset-key="1e7cq-0-0">Tuesday, October 22</span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="7ni0p" data-offset-key="ctqp2-0-0"><div data-offset-key="ctqp2-0-0"><span data-offset-key="ctqp2-0-0"> </span></div></div><div data-block="true" data-editor="7ni0p" data-offset-key="9upjm-0-0"><div data-offset-key="9upjm-0-0"><span data-offset-key="9upjm-0-0">Bring the family down to the Millstream Brau Haus on October 22nd for some pumpkin carving fun! We will have pumpkins and carving tools for you to make some ghoulish designs. We had some pretty creative designs last year so let's continue the fun again! No charge and you get to take the pumpkin home! See you around 6 pmish!</span></div></div> 2019-10-11 19:00:00 -050010/22/196:00 p.m.Millstream Brau HausAmana -
Parachute Fun!
<p>Join us for a session of parachute games and songs at Ladd!</p><p>Parachute play can help children learn fine motor skills and how to play cooperatively with their peers.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-11-01 10:30:00 -0500
11/01/1910:00 a.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Sunday Fun Day: Rainbow Mini-Pumpkins
<p>Halloween is all about dressing up and expressing yourself! Following a special Sunday afternoon Drag Storytime and Costume Ball, we are creating rainbow mini-pumpkins. Use all of the colors of the rainbow to decorate your own!</p> 2019-10-09 16:00:00 -050010/27/192:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
AirFX Halloween Costume Party
<p>Feel like you're too old to go trick-or-treating but still want to dress up? Need something for the kids to do on Halloween night that's safe and fun for the whole family? Come join us October 31st for this very special event! This is a night of fun filled activities for the whole family. We will be introducing our new portable rock wall and bungee jump for the first time ever. There will be a costume contest at 7:30pm along with other games throughout the night with chances to win prizes! For kids 6 and under there will be a special Halloween event from 9am-11am. Bring your little ghouls in dressed costume. Space is limited so order your tickets online early at www.AirFXCR.com</p> 2019-09-26 20:30:00 -0500
10/31/196:30 p.m.AirFX Trampoline ParkHiawatha