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Lost Girl
<p>Kirkwood Community College presents our Spring Play: Lost Girl! Lost Girl tells the story of Wendy returning from Neverland where she decides she must find Peter Pan to reclaim her kiss and move on with her life. Along the way, she meets other girls who went to Neverland and learns she is not alone. We hope to see at this great performance by our students!</p> 2023-03-17 21:30:00 -0500
3/30/237:30 p.m.Kirkwood Community College, Ballantyne AuditoriumCedar Rapids -
Gyrls Night Out: Cardinal Earrings
<p>Create triangles with round seed beads and Delicas. See how the Gem Duos fit just perfectly to enhance the geometry of these earrings designed by Carolyn Cave? Connect the two piece and add a feather bead as a final touch. Instructor: Karen Kubby.</p><p><strong>Prerequisite: Any seed bead weaving experience.</strong></p><p>Registration is $68 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</p><p>Beading stations are distanced, demos provided on a large screen, and masks are required. Demos projected onto a large screen.</p> 2023-03-17 20:30:00 -0500
4/14/235:30 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
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Play: Lost Girl
<p>Kirkwood Community College presents our Spring Play: Lost Girl! Lost Girl tells the story of Wendy returning from Neverland where she decides she must find Peter Pan to reclaim her kiss and move on with her life. Along the way, she meets other girls who went to Neverland and learns she is not alone. We hope to see at this great performance by our students! </p> 2023-03-17 16:00:00 -0500
4/02/232:00 p.m.Kirkwood Community College, Ballantyne AuditoriumCedar Rapids -
Girls Getaway Weekend in the Amana Colonies
<p>Girl time is the best time!<br><br>It’s been a busy year and the holidays are just ahead; time to take a break and get away. We planned the first weekend in November as a perfect time for a Girls Getaway Weekend. Ladies, this is just for you; come to the Colonies and relax and rejuvenate. We have a variety of activities planned with you in mind.</p><p><strong>Fitness</strong></p><p>End your relaxing weekend with some stretching and mimosas. Sunday we have a yoga class planned to get you up and going in the right direction.</p><p><strong>Shopping</strong></p><p>Maybe a little shopping therapy is in order. Stroll the streets of the village at a leisurely pace and hit a few shops. Maybe find something for yourself or sample our award-winning wines. We have 5 wineries in a 4 block area in the village of Amana. Each gives samples so you’ll be able to find the perfect wine for you. Rather have beer? Our brewery, the oldest microbrewery in the state, also gives samples and in their restaurant that evening there’s live music so you can wind down.</p><p><strong>Foods</strong></p><p>In the mood to sample some specialty foods? From chocolate & cheese to sauerkraut & brats we’ve got something for everyone to enjoy.</p><p><strong>Antiques</strong></p><p>The Amana Colonies have some of the best antique shops in the state of Iowa. You’ll find old treasures and unique items from days gone by. A walk through these shops is sure to bring back memories of your childhood or your grandparents. There’s a special item with a great story around each corner.</p><p>At <a href="https://amanacolonies.com/places/united-states/iowa/amana/arts-and-culture/fern-hill-gifts-and-quilts/">Fern Hill</a> in South Amana, not only will you find antiques but much more. On the Saturday of Girls Getaway Weekend, they showcase new products and vendors that will make your home look beautiful. Talk to the designers and get some great tips.</p><p><strong>Arts</strong></p><p>Stroll through our galleries and find your new favorite artist. Saturday a number of stores will have local artisans in house demonstrating and selling their art. The Amana Heritage Museum will also have a special Generations of Amana Art exhibit on display.</p><p>Grab your girlfriends and meet in the Amana Colonies for a fantastic Girl’s Getaway before the holiday rush. <em>Oh, the guys are welcome too.</em></p> 2023-03-07 20:00:00 -0600
11/04/2310:00 a.m.Amana ColoniesAmana -
Walking Tour - Skywalk South Route
<p>Explore the South Route of the Downtown Cedar Rapids Skywalk system starting from the Cedar Rapids Public Library. This route focuses on viewing areas along Fourth and Fifth Avenue SE between the train tracks and the Cedar River from the special viewpoint of the skywalk system. This tour showcasing architecture and history features sections of the Wholesale District as well as areas redeveloped over the past 35 years that are not seen on the North Route Skywalk Tour.</p><p>Tour Guide: Jenny Thielman</p><p>Tickets: $7.00 general public; $5.00 members of The History Center. Tickets are available online and at the start of each walking tour.</p><p>Meeting location: Second floor of the Cedar Rapids Public Library, 450 Fifth Avenue SE Cedar Rapids, IA 52401</p><p>Walking tours are sponsored by Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust.</p>
3/28/2310:30 a.m.The History CenterCedar Rapids -
Curator Guided Tour - Out & About: Queer Life in Iowa City
<p>Join curator Madde Hoberg for a special guided tour of the <em>Out & About: Queer Life in Iowa City</em> exhibition in the Main Library Gallery! All are welcome to attend this free event.</p><p><strong>About the exhibit:</strong> Through documents, artifacts, and ephemera, this exhibition shares about some of the many LGBTQ+ people, organizations, and publications in Iowa City's history. Items on display are from the Iowa Women's Archives, University Archives, and Special Collections & Archives at the University of Iowa Libraries; the LGBTQ Iowa Archives & Library in Iowa City; and from community members.</p><p><br></p><p><em>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 Sara Pinkham in advance at 319-467-1805 or </em><a href="mailto:sara-pinkham@uiowa.edu" target="_blank"><em>sara-pinkham@uiowa.edu</em></a><em>.</em></p> 2023-03-20 17:00:00 -0500
3/28/234:00 p.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
Brucemore Nooks and Crannies Tour
<p>Satisfy your curiosity about Brucemore! During this all-access tour that guides you across the estate peek inside typically closed buildings built for servant housing or hobby use, discover the curiosities and oddities of the mansion, and get the answer to the most-asked question at Brucemore– what is behind that door? As part of this tour, you will see the infamous mansion basement and experience the sights and sounds of a “rainstorm” in the Tahitian Room, which is an exclusive perk of the Nooks and Crannies tour!</p><p>Tickets for this special-themed tour are available for advance sale on our website. Space is limited and this tour frequently sells out. The tour includes multiple flights of stairs.</p> 2023-03-03 19:00:00 -0600
4/06/235:30 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Brucemore Nooks and Crannies Tour
<p>Satisfy your curiosity about Brucemore! During this all-access tour that guides you across the estate peek inside typically closed buildings built for servant housing or hobby use, discover the curiosities and oddities of the mansion, and get the answer to the most-asked question at Brucemore– what is behind that door? As part of this tour, you will see the infamous mansion basement and experience the sights and sounds of a “rainstorm” in the Tahitian Room, which is an exclusive perk of the Nooks and Crannies tour!</p><p>Tickets for this special-themed tour are available for advance sale on our website. Space is limited and this tour frequently sells out. The tour includes multiple flights of stairs.</p> 2023-04-13 19:00:00 -0500
4/13/235:30 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Brucemore Nooks and Crannies Tour
<p>Satisfy your curiosity about Brucemore! During this all-access tour that guides you across the estate peek inside typically closed buildings built for servant housing or hobby use, discover the curiosities and oddities of the mansion, and get the answer to the most-asked question at Brucemore– what is behind that door? As part of this tour, you will see the infamous mansion basement and experience the sights and sounds of a “rainstorm” in the Tahitian Room, which is an exclusive perk of the Nooks and Crannies tour!</p><p>Tickets for this special-themed tour are available for advance sale on our website. Space is limited and this tour frequently sells out. The tour includes multiple flights of stairs.</p> 2023-04-20 19:00:00 -0500
4/20/235:30 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Brucemore Nooks and Crannies Tour
<p>Satisfy your curiosity about Brucemore! During this all-access tour that guides you across the estate peek inside typically closed buildings built for servant housing or hobby use, discover the curiosities and oddities of the mansion, and get the answer to the most-asked question at Brucemore– what is behind that door? As part of this tour, you will see the infamous mansion basement and experience the sights and sounds of a “rainstorm” in the Tahitian Room, which is an exclusive perk of the Nooks and Crannies tour!</p><p>Tickets for this special-themed tour are available for advance sale on our website. Space is limited and this tour frequently sells out. The tour includes multiple flights of stairs.</p> 2023-04-27 19:00:00 -0500
4/27/235:30 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Boozin' with the Bunny
<p>This adult-only event is the perfect opportunity to grab your friends, grab a drink, channel your inner child, and have some Easter fun!</p><p>**Reservations are required for this event.</p><p>**Must be 21 or older to attend</p> 2023-02-28 20:00:00 -0600
4/01/235:00 p.m.Bloomsbury FarmAtkins -
Solon High School Empty Bowls
<p>On Saturday April 1, 2023, the Solon High School Art Club will host our Annual Empty Bowls Luncheon to End Hunger from 11am until 1pm in the Solon High School commons. Guests will be served a modest meal of soup and bread in a ceramic bowl hand-made by a local student, educator or community member for a suggested donation of ten dollars. Guests are encouraged to keep their bowl at the end of their meal with our compliments and sincere gratitude. All money raised will be donated to the CommUnity Crisis Services Food Bank and the Solon Food Pantry. This year, our entire menu is being provided by local restaurants including Thai Spice, Big Grove Brewery, The Bluebird Cafe, Buff's GameDay, Stella, Frida Kahlo Mexican Restaurant, and The Bread Garden Market.</p> 2023-02-22 13:00:00 -0600
4/01/2311:00 a.m.Solon High SchoolSolon -
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Comedian Sam Tallent at The Lucky Cat
<p>Doors 7 pm | Show 8 pm | 21+ only<br>Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door</p><p>Sam Tallent (“the absurd voice of a surreal generation” -The Denver Post) is a comedian and novelist. For the last decade he has performed more than 45 weekends per year in North America, Asia, Australia and Europe. His writing has appeared in Birdy Magazine and on <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FVICE.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3Lcrfio4cPx-JxXTjOkC-A2udl71_T4K6zFdcXm62lkdlKkgwjE42HUDk&h=AT1e1DXJ1dFgGgRNL-uh9BwMI9yJyUc8GHFbwm9nI2LqpXUYsxfHVttzJo5X6mOspmPizbDYWQAdzl8gNAhGsaMwx6AbsdQgurjgeDR47SHwXLPQXPwPtT36HneLA_XAQg&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT2qq3PAJt7EdWXrDGiZ3re52ID4Clzq21Ty7yKvikksTBWAXUgf2TGJD1T3RnDJVBZbtXi3gYexzDSdU7hfLC-6EPtJoWpBtaAvJc2I7VICXIL53HchvIva464pCkj9GvX1aDzqr4tK0tVbTSya9n_N9MSI" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">VICE.com</a> and he’s told jokes on Comedy Central, TruTV and VICELAND. His acclaimed debut novel, Running the Light (Doug Stanhope: “the best fictional representation of comedy in any medium ever”, Marc Maron: “a beautiful rendering of a dark reality”), heralded as the definitive book on stand up comedy, is soon to be a major motion picture, and his novella ATTABOY was published as an Audible Original. Waiting for Death to Claim Us, his comedy special, is available on Amazon Prime. He lives in Colorado and cooks dinner for his wife every night.</p> 2023-02-06 22:00:00 -0600
4/14/238:00 p.m.The Lucky Cat Comedy & EventsCedar Rapids -
Comedian Sam Tallent at The Lucky Cat
<p>Doors 7 pm | Show 8 pm | 21+ only<br>Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door</p><p>Sam Tallent (“the absurd voice of a surreal generation” -The Denver Post) is a comedian and novelist. For the last decade he has performed more than 45 weekends per year in North America, Asia, Australia and Europe. His writing has appeared in Birdy Magazine and on <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FVICE.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3Lcrfio4cPx-JxXTjOkC-A2udl71_T4K6zFdcXm62lkdlKkgwjE42HUDk&h=AT1e1DXJ1dFgGgRNL-uh9BwMI9yJyUc8GHFbwm9nI2LqpXUYsxfHVttzJo5X6mOspmPizbDYWQAdzl8gNAhGsaMwx6AbsdQgurjgeDR47SHwXLPQXPwPtT36HneLA_XAQg&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT2qq3PAJt7EdWXrDGiZ3re52ID4Clzq21Ty7yKvikksTBWAXUgf2TGJD1T3RnDJVBZbtXi3gYexzDSdU7hfLC-6EPtJoWpBtaAvJc2I7VICXIL53HchvIva464pCkj9GvX1aDzqr4tK0tVbTSya9n_N9MSI" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">VICE.com</a> and he’s told jokes on Comedy Central, TruTV and VICELAND. His acclaimed debut novel, Running the Light (Doug Stanhope: “the best fictional representation of comedy in any medium ever”, Marc Maron: “a beautiful rendering of a dark reality”), heralded as the definitive book on stand up comedy, is soon to be a major motion picture, and his novella ATTABOY was published as an Audible Original. Waiting for Death to Claim Us, his comedy special, is available on Amazon Prime. He lives in Colorado and cooks dinner for his wife every night.</p> 2023-04-15 22:00:00 -0500
4/15/238:00 p.m.The Lucky Cat Comedy & EventsCedar Rapids -
Comedy: Patrick Hastie
<p>Doors 7 PM | Show 8 PM | 21+ only<br>Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door<br>*advance ticket sales end one hour before door time*</p><p>Patrick Hastie is a comedian from Glenwood, Iowa who now lives in Brooklyn, New York. He has toured all over the country and has performed in festivals like the 10,000 Laughs Comedy Festival, the Brooklyn Comedy Festival and SF Sketchfest. Patrick co-produces the popular monthly show JACKKNIFE COMEDY, he can be heard weekly on THE NOSTALGIC FRONT podcast and he has been featured on The Chive, College Humor and Laugh Spin. He is a very nice guy and his 5 year plan is to be cool and live forever!</p> 2023-02-22 22:00:00 -0600
4/01/238:00 p.m.The Lucky Cat Comedy & EventsCedar Rapids -
Comedy: Kristin Lytie
<p>Doors 7 PM | Show 8 PM | 21+ only<br>Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door *advance ticket sales end one hour before door time*</p><p>Kristin Lytie is a stand up comedian living in Green Bay, Wisconsin. She cut her teeth in the Chicago comedy scene and was even named a “Comic to See” by the Chicago Tribune. Kristin is a regular at Wisconsin comedy shows and travels the country to perform between union meetings. She was named "Comic of the Week" on the popular podcast, The Jackie and Laurie show. Kristin has opened for Eddie Pepitone, Bobcat Goldthwait, Josh Blue, Kyle Kinane and Solomon Georgio to name a few. Kristin has performed in the Altercation Comedy Festival (Austin, TX), Beast Village Comedy Festival (Des Moines, IA), the long running Milwaukee Comedy Festival, and many more.<br><br>An eternal optimist, she has worked in progressive politics for the past fifteen years as a community and union organizer. That passion has brought her back to Green Bay, Wisconsin. Her comedy is a product of her core beliefs of justice, equality and DIY ethics. She also hosts Bloody Mary, a podcast about horror movies. Guests range from comics to professors to organizers- all talking about their favorite horror movies!</p> 2023-02-22 22:00:00 -0600
4/28/238:00 p.m.The Lucky Cat Comedy & EventsCedar Rapids -
Comedy: Kristin Lytie
<p>Doors 7 PM | Show 8 PM | 21+ only<br>Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door *advance ticket sales end one hour before door time*</p><p>Kristin Lytie is a stand up comedian living in Green Bay, Wisconsin. She cut her teeth in the Chicago comedy scene and was even named a “Comic to See” by the Chicago Tribune. Kristin is a regular at Wisconsin comedy shows and travels the country to perform between union meetings. She was named "Comic of the Week" on the popular podcast, The Jackie and Laurie show. Kristin has opened for Eddie Pepitone, Bobcat Goldthwait, Josh Blue, Kyle Kinane and Solomon Georgio to name a few. Kristin has performed in the Altercation Comedy Festival (Austin, TX), Beast Village Comedy Festival (Des Moines, IA), the long running Milwaukee Comedy Festival, and many more.<br><br>An eternal optimist, she has worked in progressive politics for the past fifteen years as a community and union organizer. That passion has brought her back to Green Bay, Wisconsin. Her comedy is a product of her core beliefs of justice, equality and DIY ethics. She also hosts Bloody Mary, a podcast about horror movies. Guests range from comics to professors to organizers- all talking about their favorite horror movies!</p> 2023-04-29 22:00:00 -0500
4/29/238:00 p.m.The Lucky Cat Comedy & EventsCedar Rapids -
Birds & Bees Spring Time Speed Dating Ages 30+
<p>Held at the Hilton Garden Inn, come in your spring time best, grab a drink, and get ready for your mini-dates!</p><p>How does it work?</p><p>Each single will go on a series of mini-dates lasting about 4 minutes. After each date, you will have an opportunity to indicate on the card provided if there is a match. At the end of the event, The Heart Agency will collect all cards. If there is a mutual connection, The Heart Agency will do a formal email introduction of both parties, and the rest is history! (Information will only be shared if there is a mutual match).</p><p>What if you are nervous and don't know what to say? We got you! Icebreakers will be provided to help prevent the convo from stalling!</p><p>The price is $35. Includes one drink ticket.</p><p>Please sign up below. Thank you!</p> 2023-02-27 21:00:00 -0600
4/15/236:00 p.m.Hilton Garden InnCedar Rapids -
Star Wars Trivia Night
<p>Don't be a scruffy lookin' nerf herder. Come test your Star Wars knowledge and enjoy meeting some fellow fans. May the fourth be with you!</p><p>Play individually, form a team here, or bring a team of up to six participants. There will be random prize giveaways throughout the evening. Trivia Night takes place in the Commons of the Downtown Library. Participants must be 16 or older.</p> 2023-02-10 19:30:00 -0600
5/04/236:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
All Out Rampage
<p>A rage room is a place where you can break items such as glass bottles, kitchen plates, nick-nacks, windshields, wooden chairs, washers, dryers, printers, computer monitors, flat screen tvs etc.</p><p>If you are wanting to try something new want to be able to break items that you usually get in trouble for when you were younger All Out Rampage is a place to do it </p> 2023-03-29 22:00:00 -0500
3/29/231:00 p.m.All Out RampageCedar Rapids -
All Out Rampage
<p>A rage room is a place where you can break items such as glass bottles, kitchen plates, nick-nacks, windshields, wooden chairs, washers, dryers, printers, computer monitors, flat screen tvs etc.</p><p>If you are wanting to try something new want to be able to break items that you usually get in trouble for when you were younger All Out Rampage is a place to do it </p> 2023-04-03 22:00:00 -0500
4/03/231:00 p.m.All Out RampageCedar Rapids -
All Out Rampage
<p>A rage room is a place where you can break items such as glass bottles, kitchen plates, nick-nacks, windshields, wooden chairs, washers, dryers, printers, computer monitors, flat screen tvs etc.</p><p>If you are wanting to try something new want to be able to break items that you usually get in trouble for when you were younger All Out Rampage is a place to do it </p> 2023-04-08 22:00:00 -0500
4/08/231:00 p.m.All Out RampageCedar Rapids -
All Out Rampage
<p>A rage room is a place where you can break items such as glass bottles, kitchen plates, nick-nacks, windshields, wooden chairs, washers, dryers, printers, computer monitors, flat screen tvs etc.</p><p>If you are wanting to try something new want to be able to break items that you usually get in trouble for when you were younger All Out Rampage is a place to do it </p> 2023-04-13 22:00:00 -0500
4/13/231:00 p.m.All Out RampageCedar Rapids -
All Out Rampage
<p>A rage room is a place where you can break items such as glass bottles, kitchen plates, nick-nacks, windshields, wooden chairs, washers, dryers, printers, computer monitors, flat screen tvs etc.</p><p>If you are wanting to try something new want to be able to break items that you usually get in trouble for when you were younger All Out Rampage is a place to do it </p> 2023-04-18 22:00:00 -0500
4/18/231:00 p.m.All Out RampageCedar Rapids -
All Out Rampage
<p>A rage room is a place where you can break items such as glass bottles, kitchen plates, nick-nacks, windshields, wooden chairs, washers, dryers, printers, computer monitors, flat screen tvs etc.</p><p>If you are wanting to try something new want to be able to break items that you usually get in trouble for when you were younger All Out Rampage is a place to do it </p> 2023-04-23 22:00:00 -0500
4/23/231:00 p.m.All Out RampageCedar Rapids -
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All Out Rampage
<p>A rage room is a place where you can break items such as glass bottles, kitchen plates, nick-nacks, windshields, wooden chairs, washers, dryers, printers, computer monitors, flat screen tvs etc.</p><p>If you are wanting to try something new want to be able to break items that you usually get in trouble for when you were younger All Out Rampage is a place to do it </p> 2023-04-28 22:00:00 -0500
4/28/231:00 p.m.All Out RampageCedar Rapids -
All Out Rampage
<p>A rage room is a place where you can break items such as glass bottles, kitchen plates, nick-nacks, windshields, wooden chairs, washers, dryers, printers, computer monitors, flat screen tvs etc.</p><p>If you are wanting to try something new want to be able to break items that you usually get in trouble for when you were younger All Out Rampage is a place to do it </p> 2023-05-03 22:00:00 -0500
5/03/231:00 p.m.All Out RampageCedar Rapids -
All Out Rampage
<p>A rage room is a place where you can break items such as glass bottles, kitchen plates, nick-nacks, windshields, wooden chairs, washers, dryers, printers, computer monitors, flat screen tvs etc.</p><p>If you are wanting to try something new want to be able to break items that you usually get in trouble for when you were younger All Out Rampage is a place to do it </p> 2023-05-08 22:00:00 -0500
5/08/231:00 p.m.All Out RampageCedar Rapids -
All Out Rampage
<p>A rage room is a place where you can break items such as glass bottles, kitchen plates, nick-nacks, windshields, wooden chairs, washers, dryers, printers, computer monitors, flat screen tvs etc.</p><p>If you are wanting to try something new want to be able to break items that you usually get in trouble for when you were younger All Out Rampage is a place to do it </p> 2023-05-13 22:00:00 -0500
5/13/231:00 p.m.All Out RampageCedar Rapids -
All Out Rampage
<p>A rage room is a place where you can break items such as glass bottles, kitchen plates, nick-nacks, windshields, wooden chairs, washers, dryers, printers, computer monitors, flat screen tvs etc.</p><p>If you are wanting to try something new want to be able to break items that you usually get in trouble for when you were younger All Out Rampage is a place to do it </p> 2023-05-18 22:00:00 -0500
5/18/231:00 p.m.All Out RampageCedar Rapids