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21964 Hawk Drive, Bentonsport, Keosauqua26223 Harding Road, Clermont
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Bentonsport Riverfest
<p>Part of the county wide Scenic Drive Festival, Stroll along the scenic Bentonsport park with its art fair, antiques, crafts, and shops. The historic artisan charm with demonstrations along the riverside park, music, different food vendors including oriental, tenderloins, BBQ and tacos, Amish baked goods and wine tasting will make this a fun and relaxing experience.</p><p>Stop in to see the woodworking shop or at the west end to the Indian Artifact museum and in between is just a whole lot of fun. </p><p>Lodging is available and the Bentonsport campground is close by, but get reservations early!</p><p>Visit www.greefstore.com for more information.</p> 2021-03-08 17:00:00 -0600
10/09/2110:00 a.m.Bentonsport Historic DistrictKeosauqua -
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Pioneer & Artisan Expo and Craft Fair at Ushers Ferry
<p>Enjoy living history demonstrations of old world skills at Ushers Ferry Historic Village including historic foods, archery, wood working, and textiles. Try some old-fashioned games and relax at the saloon with some popcorn and music while listening to live music. There will be food vendors, craft vendors, and artisans will be selling their wares on the grounds </p> 2021-08-24 17:00:00 -05009/19/211:00 p.m.Ushers Ferry Historic VillageCedar Rapids -
Women's Studies Reading Group
<p>If you enjoy reading fiction and non-fiction selections that are by, for and about women, reading about different cultures and historical perspectives, and being introduced to new authors, new ideas and new friends, please join us.</p><p>New group members are always welcome!</p><p>Check the Library website for upcoming titles.</p><p>When a title is a part of a book club kit, it will be ready for pick-up the first Thursday of the month before it's discussed.</p><p>The book club kits are located Downtown, and copies can be picked-up in person or by hold at any Metro Library Network location. hoopla! titles are available to Metro Library Network residents. If you need assistance getting a copy of a book in any format, or would like to attend via Zoom, please contact crawfordm@crlibrary.org. </p> 2021-10-07 19:30:00 -050010/07/216:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Women's Studies Reading Group
<p>If you enjoy reading fiction and non-fiction selections that are by, for and about women, reading about different cultures and historical perspectives, and being introduced to new authors, new ideas and new friends, please join us.</p><p>New group members are always welcome!</p><p>Check the Library website for upcoming titles.</p><p>When a title is a part of a book club kit, it will be ready for pick-up the first Thursday of the month before it's discussed.</p><p>The book club kits are located Downtown, and copies can be picked-up in person or by hold at any Metro Library Network location. hoopla! titles are available to Metro Library Network residents. If you need assistance getting a copy of a book in any format, or would like to attend via Zoom, please contact crawfordm@crlibrary.org. </p> 2021-11-04 19:30:00 -050011/04/216:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Roy Orbison Tribute Show
<p>Experience the ultimate Roy Orbison tribute with David K as Roy Orbison and his excellent band at Cresco Opera House. With fabulous string arrangements and epic hit songs spanning decades, this show shares that Roy's music that touched hearts for years. Enjoy a family friendly rockin’ show in this charming historic theater. </p><p>For both the 2pm matinee and the 7pm evening September 18th shows, tickets are $25 general admission or $30 for V.I.P. seats right up front.</p><p>TICKETS: ONLINE AT <a href="https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/ugiKCQWqGZtGx7QTPUtp9?domain=royshow.com">WWW.ROYSHOW.COM</a> THEN GO TO CALENDAR</p><p>or call Wendy Lickteig at 563-547-3101 to purchase printed tickets.</p><p>Check out show videos at: <a href="https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/cbvoCVOyjgurvMJfJLVRu?domain=royshow.com">www.royshow.com</a></p>9/18/212:00 p.m.Cresco Opera HouseCresco -
Roy Orbison Tribute Show
<p>Experience the ultimate Roy Orbison tribute with David K as Roy Orbison and his excellent band at Cresco Opera House. With fabulous string arrangements and epic hit songs spanning decades, this show shares that Roy's music that touched hearts for years. Enjoy a family friendly rockin’ show in this charming historic theater. </p><p>For both the 2pm matinee and the 7pm evening September 18th shows, tickets are $25 general admission or $30 for V.I.P. seats right up front.</p><p>TICKETS: ONLINE AT <a href="https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/ugiKCQWqGZtGx7QTPUtp9?domain=royshow.com">WWW.ROYSHOW.COM</a> THEN GO TO CALENDAR</p><p>or call Wendy Lickteig at 563-547-3101 to purchase printed tickets.</p><p>Check out show videos at: <a href="https://protect-us.mimecast.com/s/cbvoCVOyjgurvMJfJLVRu?domain=royshow.com">www.royshow.com</a></p>9/18/217:00 p.m.Cresco Opera HouseCresco -
Thursdays with Anna & Fyodor
<p>Exhibition curator Dr. Anna Barker will be in the University of Iowa Libraries' Main Library Gallery from 3:00pm - 5:00pm for casual discussions about Fyodor Dostoevsky, his works, and the exhibit. Feel free to drop in any time during this event to meet Dr. Barker and ask questions.</p><p>About the exhibit: <em><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/from-revolutionary-outcast-to-a-man-of-god-dostoevsky-at-200/">From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200</a></em> is dedicated to the life and work of the Russian writer Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881). Curated by Dr. Anna Barker, University of Iowa professor of Russian literature, it covers the entirety of Dostoevsky’s prolific literary career. His youth, his years of exile in Siberia, a period of gambling addiction, and his philosophical and theological teachings are explored in the context of Russian historical events and many of his most famous novels, from <em>Poor Folk</em> to <em>The Brothers Karamazov</em>. </p><p>Please visit <a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/">lib.uiowa.edu/gallery</a> for parking and other information.</p> 2021-09-16 17:00:00 -0500
9/16/213:00 p.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
Curator Guided Tour with Dr. Anna Barker
<p>Join Dr. Anna Barker, curator of <em>From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200</em>, for a special guided tour of the exhibition. She will be available for Q&A following the tour. All are welcome! Admission to the gallery and the tour are free.</p><p>About the exhibit: <em>From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200</em> is dedicated to the life and work of the Russian writer Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881). Curated by Dr. Anna Barker, University of Iowa professor of Russian literature, it covers the entirety of Dostoevsky’s prolific literary career. His youth, his years of exile in Siberia, a period of gambling addiction, and his philosophical and theological teachings are explored in the context of Russian historical events and many of his most famous novels, from <em>Poor Folk</em> to <em>The Brothers </em><em>Karamazov.</em></p><p>Visit lib.uiowa.edu/gallery for parking and other information.</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 sara-pinkham@uiowa.edu. </em> </p> 2021-08-16 15:00:00 -0500
9/18/212:00 p.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200
<p>The Fall 2021 Main Library Gallery exhibition, <a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/from-revolutionary-outcast-to-a-man-of-god-dostoevsky-at-200/"><em>From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200</em></a>, is dedicated to the life and work of the Russian writer Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881). Curated by Dr. Anna Barker, University of Iowa professor of Russian literature, the exhibition covers the entirety of Dostoevsky’s prolific literary career. His youth, his years of exile in Siberia, a period of gambling addiction, and his philosophical and theological teachings are explored in the context of Russian historical events and many of his most famous novels, from <em>Poor Folk</em> to <em>The Brothers Karamazov</em>.</p><p><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/plan-your-visit/"><strong>Main Library Gallery Open Hours</strong></a></p><p>Monday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Tuesday: 9:00am – 8:00pm<br>Wednesday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Thursday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Friday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Saturday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm<br>Sunday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm</p><p><strong>Closing early at 3:00 PM: November 5</strong></p><p>NOTE: The easiest way to access the Main Library Gallery is via the north entrance of the Main Library.<br>Admission is free. No appointments are needed. Walk in during open hours. Classes may occasionally be visiting during open hours.<br>Please follow current campus COVID-19 guidelines when visiting.</p> 2021-09-16 18:00:00 -0500
9/16/219:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200
<p>The Fall 2021 Main Library Gallery exhibition, <a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/from-revolutionary-outcast-to-a-man-of-god-dostoevsky-at-200/"><em>From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200</em></a>, is dedicated to the life and work of the Russian writer Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881). Curated by Dr. Anna Barker, University of Iowa professor of Russian literature, the exhibition covers the entirety of Dostoevsky’s prolific literary career. His youth, his years of exile in Siberia, a period of gambling addiction, and his philosophical and theological teachings are explored in the context of Russian historical events and many of his most famous novels, from <em>Poor Folk</em> to <em>The Brothers Karamazov</em>.</p><p><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/plan-your-visit/"><strong>Main Library Gallery Open Hours</strong></a></p><p>Monday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Tuesday: 9:00am – 8:00pm<br>Wednesday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Thursday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Friday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Saturday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm<br>Sunday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm</p><p>NOTE: The easiest way to access the Main Library Gallery is via the north entrance of the Main Library.<br>Admission is free. No appointments are needed. Walk in during open hours. Classes may occasionally be visiting the gallery during open hours.<br>Please follow current campus COVID-19 guidelines when visiting.</p> 2021-09-18 17:00:00 -0500
9/18/211:00 p.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200
<p>The Fall 2021 Main Library Gallery exhibition, <a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/from-revolutionary-outcast-to-a-man-of-god-dostoevsky-at-200/"><em>From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200</em></a>, is dedicated to the life and work of the Russian writer Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881). Curated by Dr. Anna Barker, University of Iowa professor of Russian literature, the exhibition covers the entirety of Dostoevsky’s prolific literary career. His youth, his years of exile in Siberia, a period of gambling addiction, and his philosophical and theological teachings are explored in the context of Russian historical events and many of his most famous novels, from <em>Poor Folk</em> to <em>The Brothers Karamazov</em>.</p><p><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/plan-your-visit/"><strong>Main Library Gallery Open Hours</strong></a></p><p>Monday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Tuesday: 9:00am – 8:00pm<br>Wednesday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Thursday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Friday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Saturday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm<br>Sunday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm</p><p><strong>Closing early at 3:00 PM: November 5</strong></p><p>NOTE: The easiest way to access the Main Library Gallery is via the north entrance of the Main Library.<br>Admission is free. No appointments are needed. Walk in during open hours. Classes may occasionally be visiting during open hours.<br>Please follow current campus COVID-19 guidelines when visiting.</p> 2021-09-17 18:00:00 -0500
9/17/219:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
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From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200
<p>The Fall 2021 Main Library Gallery exhibition, <a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/from-revolutionary-outcast-to-a-man-of-god-dostoevsky-at-200/"><em>From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200</em></a>, is dedicated to the life and work of the Russian writer Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881). Curated by Dr. Anna Barker, University of Iowa professor of Russian literature, the exhibition covers the entirety of Dostoevsky’s prolific literary career. His youth, his years of exile in Siberia, a period of gambling addiction, and his philosophical and theological teachings are explored in the context of Russian historical events and many of his most famous novels, from <em>Poor Folk</em> to <em>The Brothers Karamazov</em>.</p><p><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/plan-your-visit/"><strong>Main Library Gallery Open Hours</strong></a></p><p>Monday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Tuesday: 9:00am – 8:00pm<br>Wednesday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Thursday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Friday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Saturday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm<br>Sunday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm</p><p>NOTE: The easiest way to access the Main Library Gallery is via the north entrance of the Main Library.<br>Admission is free. No appointments are needed. Walk in during open hours. Classes may occasionally be visiting the gallery during open hours.<br>Please follow current campus COVID-19 guidelines when visiting.</p> 2021-09-19 17:00:00 -0500
9/19/211:00 p.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
Thursdays with Anna & Fyodor
<p>Exhibition curator Dr. Anna Barker will be in the University of Iowa Libraries' Main Library Gallery from 3:00pm - 5:00pm for casual discussions about Fyodor Dostoevsky, his works, and the exhibit. Feel free to drop in any time during this event to meet Dr. Barker and ask questions.</p><p>About the exhibit: <em><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/from-revolutionary-outcast-to-a-man-of-god-dostoevsky-at-200/">From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200</a></em> is dedicated to the life and work of the Russian writer Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881). Curated by Dr. Anna Barker, University of Iowa professor of Russian literature, it covers the entirety of Dostoevsky’s prolific literary career. His youth, his years of exile in Siberia, a period of gambling addiction, and his philosophical and theological teachings are explored in the context of Russian historical events and many of his most famous novels, from <em>Poor Folk</em> to <em>The Brothers Karamazov</em>. </p><p>Please visit <a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/">lib.uiowa.edu/gallery</a> for parking and other information.</p> 2021-09-23 17:00:00 -0500
9/23/213:00 p.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200
<p>The Fall 2021 Main Library Gallery exhibition, <a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/from-revolutionary-outcast-to-a-man-of-god-dostoevsky-at-200/"><em>From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200</em></a>, is dedicated to the life and work of the Russian writer Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881). Curated by Dr. Anna Barker, University of Iowa professor of Russian literature, the exhibition covers the entirety of Dostoevsky’s prolific literary career. His youth, his years of exile in Siberia, a period of gambling addiction, and his philosophical and theological teachings are explored in the context of Russian historical events and many of his most famous novels, from <em>Poor Folk</em> to <em>The Brothers Karamazov</em>.</p><p><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/plan-your-visit/"><strong>Main Library Gallery Open Hours</strong></a></p><p>Monday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Tuesday: 9:00am – 8:00pm<br>Wednesday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Thursday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Friday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Saturday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm<br>Sunday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm</p><p><strong>Closing early at 3:00 PM: November 5</strong></p><p>NOTE: The easiest way to access the Main Library Gallery is via the north entrance of the Main Library.<br>Admission is free. No appointments are needed. Walk in during open hours. Classes may occasionally be visiting during open hours.<br>Please follow current campus COVID-19 guidelines when visiting.</p> 2021-09-20 18:00:00 -0500
9/20/219:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
NCSML Building Dedication 25th Anniversary Celebration
<p>Please join us for a weekend full of events as we celebrate the 25th anniversary of that historic day when US President Bill Clinton, Czech Republic President Vaclav Havel, and Slovak Republic President Michal Kovac came to Cedar Rapids to dedicate not just NCSML’s building, but our community’s dedication to honoring Czech and Slovak heritage as well as that of all immigrants who we call neighbors.</p><p><strong>Saturday, September 18 Schedule of Events</strong></p><p><strong>10 a.m.</strong> A presentation, ribbon cutting, and parade of kroje will be hosted by Helene Cincebeaux in celebration of the exhibit “Crowning Glory: A Feast of Slovak & Moravian Headdresses,” which features artifacts from Cincebeaux’s personal collection of Czech and Slovak folkwear. Location: NCSML Library. <em>Free</em></p><p><strong>1 p.m.</strong> Lucia Gavulová, Curator of the Collection of Modern and Contemporary Art at the Slovak National Gallery, will speak about the Slovak visual art scene including the Oskár Čepan Award, the oldest and most prestigious art award devoted to young visual Slovak artists. Location: NCSML Library. <em>Free</em></p><p><strong>2 p.m.</strong> Lecture by Zuzana Palovic, Founder, and Gabriela Bereghazyova, Co-director of Global Slovakia, discuss their book, “Super Slovaks” which details the lives of 50 prominent Slovaks who changed the country — most of them for the better. Co-authored with David Keys. Location: NCSML Library. <em>Free</em></p><p><strong>5:30 p.m.</strong> 25th Anniversary Dinner kicks off with the ribbon cutting for exhibit “Treasures of Slovakia.” The evening will include a plated dinner, cocktail hour concert by pianist Tomáš Kačo, special guest speakers, and premiere of a work written in honor of NCSML by pianist and composer Jacob Beranek. Location: WFLA/ZCBJ Hall. <em>RSVP is required.</em></p> 2021-08-13 22:00:00 -05009/18/2110:00 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200
<p>The Fall 2021 Main Library Gallery exhibition, <a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/from-revolutionary-outcast-to-a-man-of-god-dostoevsky-at-200/"><em>From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200</em></a>, is dedicated to the life and work of the Russian writer Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881). Curated by Dr. Anna Barker, University of Iowa professor of Russian literature, the exhibition covers the entirety of Dostoevsky’s prolific literary career. His youth, his years of exile in Siberia, a period of gambling addiction, and his philosophical and theological teachings are explored in the context of Russian historical events and many of his most famous novels, from <em>Poor Folk</em> to <em>The Brothers Karamazov</em>.</p><p><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/plan-your-visit/"><strong>Main Library Gallery Open Hours</strong></a></p><p>Monday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Tuesday: 9:00am – 8:00pm<br>Wednesday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Thursday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Friday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Saturday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm<br>Sunday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm<br><br><strong>Closing early at 4:00 PM: October 12</strong></p><p>NOTE: The easiest way to access the Main Library Gallery is via the north entrance of the Main Library.<br>Admission is free. No appointments are needed. Walk in during open hours. Classes may occasionally be visiting the gallery during open hours.<br>Please follow current campus COVID-19 guidelines when visiting.</p> 2021-09-21 20:00:00 -0500
9/21/219:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
Volunteer work day - Genealogical Society of Linn County, Iowa
<p>Do you like to volunteer, like Genealogy, or History? Give a little of your time, and join us on the first Monday of each month (unless a holiday, or bad weather)</p><p>The purpose for this day is to invite volunteers to work on library projects to preserve our precious resources. We are not open to the public., this is not a research day, but a day to help organize the library. Stay as little or long as you wish and bring a lunch.</p><p>Our monthly volunteer work day session will be on Monday, from 10–4 at our location in the lower level of the Masonic Building at 813 1<sup>st</sup><span> </span>Ave. S.E.</p><p>Parking is available in the rear. Please enter through the back door.</p><p><br></p><p>Genealogical Society of Linn County, Iowa P.O Box 175</p><p>Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52406-0175</p><p><a href="callto%3A(319)%20369-0022">(319) 369-0022</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="http://gensoclinncoia.weebly.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WEBSITE</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GenealogyLinnCo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FACEBOOK</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u><em>Please use "Amazon Smile" and our Non-Profit Organization when purchasing items through Amazon.</em></u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2021-10-04 16:00:00 -0500
10/04/2110:00 a.m.Genealogical Society of Linn County IowaCedar Rapids, -
Volunteer work day - Genealogical Society of Linn County, Iowa
<p>Do you like to volunteer, like Genealogy, or History? Give a little of your time, and join us on the first Monday of each month (unless a holiday, or bad weather)</p><p>The purpose for this day is to invite volunteers to work on library projects to preserve our precious resources. We are not open to the public., this is not a research day, but a day to help organize the library. Stay as little or long as you wish and bring a lunch.</p><p>Our monthly volunteer work day session will be on Monday, from 10–4 at our location in the lower level of the Masonic Building at 813 1<sup>st</sup><span> </span>Ave. S.E.</p><p>Parking is available in the rear. Please enter through the back door.</p><p><br></p><p>Genealogical Society of Linn County, Iowa P.O Box 175</p><p>Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52406-0175</p><p><a href="callto%3A(319)%20369-0022">(319) 369-0022</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="http://gensoclinncoia.weebly.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WEBSITE</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GenealogyLinnCo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FACEBOOK</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u><em>Please use "Amazon Smile" and our Non-Profit Organization when purchasing items through Amazon.</em></u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2021-11-01 16:00:00 -0500
11/01/2110:00 a.m.Genealogical Society of Linn County IowaCedar Rapids, -
Volunteer work day - Genealogical Society of Linn County, Iowa
<p>Do you like to volunteer, like Genealogy, or History? Give a little of your time, and join us on the first Monday of each month (unless a holiday, or bad weather)</p><p>The purpose for this day is to invite volunteers to work on library projects to preserve our precious resources. We are not open to the public., this is not a research day, but a day to help organize the library. Stay as little or long as you wish and bring a lunch.</p><p>Our monthly volunteer work day session will be on Monday, from 10–4 at our location in the lower level of the Masonic Building at 813 1<sup>st</sup><span> </span>Ave. S.E.</p><p>Parking is available in the rear. Please enter through the back door.</p><p><br></p><p>Genealogical Society of Linn County, Iowa P.O Box 175</p><p>Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52406-0175</p><p><a href="callto%3A(319)%20369-0022">(319) 369-0022</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="http://gensoclinncoia.weebly.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WEBSITE</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GenealogyLinnCo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FACEBOOK</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u><em>Please use "Amazon Smile" and our Non-Profit Organization when purchasing items through Amazon.</em></u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2021-12-06 16:00:00 -0600
12/06/2110:00 a.m.Genealogical Society of Linn County IowaCedar Rapids, -
Volunteer work day - Genealogical Society of Linn County, Iowa
<p>Do you like to volunteer, like Genealogy, or History? Give a little of your time, and join us on the first Monday of each month (unless a holiday, or bad weather)</p><p>The purpose for this day is to invite volunteers to work on library projects to preserve our precious resources. We are not open to the public., this is not a research day, but a day to help organize the library. Stay as little or long as you wish and bring a lunch.</p><p>Our monthly volunteer work day session will be on Monday, from 10–4 at our location in the lower level of the Masonic Building at 813 1<sup>st</sup><span> </span>Ave. S.E.</p><p>Parking is available in the rear. Please enter through the back door.</p><p><br></p><p>Genealogical Society of Linn County, Iowa P.O Box 175</p><p>Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52406-0175</p><p><a href="callto%3A(319)%20369-0022">(319) 369-0022</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="http://gensoclinncoia.weebly.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WEBSITE</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GenealogyLinnCo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FACEBOOK</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u><em>Please use "Amazon Smile" and our Non-Profit Organization when purchasing items through Amazon.</em></u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2022-01-03 16:00:00 -0600
1/03/2210:00 a.m.Genealogical Society of Linn County IowaCedar Rapids, -
From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200
<p>The Fall 2021 Main Library Gallery exhibition, <a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/from-revolutionary-outcast-to-a-man-of-god-dostoevsky-at-200/"><em>From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200</em></a>, is dedicated to the life and work of the Russian writer Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881). Curated by Dr. Anna Barker, University of Iowa professor of Russian literature, the exhibition covers the entirety of Dostoevsky’s prolific literary career. His youth, his years of exile in Siberia, a period of gambling addiction, and his philosophical and theological teachings are explored in the context of Russian historical events and many of his most famous novels, from <em>Poor Folk</em> to <em>The Brothers Karamazov</em>.</p><p><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/plan-your-visit/"><strong>Main Library Gallery Open Hours</strong></a></p><p>Monday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Tuesday: 9:00am – 8:00pm<br>Wednesday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Thursday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Friday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Saturday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm<br>Sunday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm</p><p><strong>Closing early at 3:00 PM: November 5</strong></p><p>NOTE: The easiest way to access the Main Library Gallery is via the north entrance of the Main Library.<br>Admission is free. No appointments are needed. Walk in during open hours. Classes may occasionally be visiting during open hours.<br>Please follow current campus COVID-19 guidelines when visiting.</p> 2021-09-22 18:00:00 -0500
9/22/219:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200
<p>The Fall 2021 Main Library Gallery exhibition, <a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/from-revolutionary-outcast-to-a-man-of-god-dostoevsky-at-200/"><em>From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200</em></a>, is dedicated to the life and work of the Russian writer Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881). Curated by Dr. Anna Barker, University of Iowa professor of Russian literature, the exhibition covers the entirety of Dostoevsky’s prolific literary career. His youth, his years of exile in Siberia, a period of gambling addiction, and his philosophical and theological teachings are explored in the context of Russian historical events and many of his most famous novels, from <em>Poor Folk</em> to <em>The Brothers Karamazov</em>.</p><p><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/plan-your-visit/"><strong>Main Library Gallery Open Hours</strong></a></p><p>Monday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Tuesday: 9:00am – 8:00pm<br>Wednesday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Thursday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Friday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Saturday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm<br>Sunday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm</p><p><strong>Closing early at 3:00 PM: November 5</strong></p><p>NOTE: The easiest way to access the Main Library Gallery is via the north entrance of the Main Library.<br>Admission is free. No appointments are needed. Walk in during open hours. Classes may occasionally be visiting during open hours.<br>Please follow current campus COVID-19 guidelines when visiting.</p> 2021-09-23 18:00:00 -0500
9/23/219:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
Art Exhibit: Meditations on Moments in the Landscape
<p>Drawing on familiar scenes from the back roads of his native eastern Iowa, he explores both the aesthetics and the character of the place, offering a keen meditation on the power, vulnerability, and eloquence of this beautiful land.</p><p>Speaking about the new work in the exhibition, he states, “These days I am inspired by the landscape of northeast Iowa and the remarkable, unique and beautiful Driftless Region along the Mississippi River in the northeast corner of Iowa. It is where I spend about a third of my time. The area is a very spiritual place and has a unique energy that must have been felt by the early inhabitants. They left effigies on the unique topography which was shaped by water rather than glacial action or seismic shift. It is home to hundreds of species of wildlife and is the annual migratory path of thousands of birds. And there are people living there, sometimes tucked away in the coulees, who are profoundly connected to the place. I feel good there…As I strive to interpret what I see with oil paint, my process becomes a meditation on the instant captured by the camera.”</p><p><u>About the artist (abbreviated):</u></p><p>The paintings of Fred Easker are included in museum, corporate and private collections throughout the Midwest and has appeared in a number of periodicals and books. He was featured as an “Iowa Master” in a series produced by Iowa Public Television. Recently he was commissioned by the General Services Administration to create a painting for the United States Federal Courthouse in Cedar Rapids. Over the span of his career he has worked with private galleries in New York, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Tulsa, Des Moines, and Cedar Rapids. The artist holds a BA and MA in Art Education from the University of Iowa.</p><p>Fred Easker has been painting full time since 1994.The artist resides in Cedar Rapids, Iowa where he grew up, and actively participates in the life of his community by working on boards and organizations involved in the arts, historic preservation and the humanities and was awarded the Friend of the Arts Award from Marion Fine Arts Council in 1993. His wife Velga who was born in Latvia is also an artist. Recently the couple recently established a part time working studio in Lansing, Iowa, an historic small town located in northeast Iowa on the Mississippi River.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>A reception will be held at the gallery September 17<sup>th</sup>, 2021 from 5:00-7:30pm. *Event details regarding COVID-19 below. <em>Meditations on Moments in the Landscape</em> is in the Main Exhibition space on the first floor and will share the same reception as a posthumous exhibition of work by Stephen Metcalf, <em>The Promise of Life</em>, in the Second Floor Gallery. Stephen Metcalf passed away last year.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Gilded Pear Gallery is located at 808 Third Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. For hours and more information visit <a href="http://www.gildedpeargallery.com">http://www.gildedpeargallery.com</a>–or- call: 319-366-0205</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Gallery operations, features, and procedure during the COVID-19 pandemic:</strong></p><p>Event:<u> The gallery requires that all persons attending the reception (vaccinated or unvaccinated) be masked.</u><strong> </strong>We appreciate you doing your part to keep everyone healthy! If you feel sick, have a fever, have tested positive for COVID-19 and have not fully recovered, or have been tested for COVID-19 and are awaiting your test results, you may not participate in this event. The exhibit will be on view for a while, stop back in when you’re feeling better! Food and beverage details will be updated on our social media and website; as well as RSVP link to the event.</p><p><br></p><p>Visit Us: Drop in anytime during our regular business hours: Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm, and CLOSED on Sunday. Appointments for our services (i.e.-custom framing, art appraisals) are preferred<strong>. </strong>Private viewing appointments are still being offered and can be made by contacting the gallery via email or phone (this is a great option for anyone still leery about public events).</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Features: A limited parking lot is available with 1 handicap space. On street parking is available on 3<sup>rd</sup> Avenue and 8<sup>th</sup> Street- non-metered. The MedQuarter features protected bike lanes and bicycle “parking” can be found on the opposite side of the building by the Pocket Park on 3<sup>rd </sup>and 8<sup>th</sup>.<strong> </strong></p><p><strong>There are no admission fees for private viewings or receptions.</strong></p>
9/16/2110:00 a.m.Gilded Pear GalleryCedar Rapids -
Art Exhibit: Meditations on Moments in the Landscape
<p>Drawing on familiar scenes from the back roads of his native eastern Iowa, he explores both the aesthetics and the character of the place, offering a keen meditation on the power, vulnerability, and eloquence of this beautiful land.</p><p>Speaking about the new work in the exhibition, he states, “These days I am inspired by the landscape of northeast Iowa and the remarkable, unique and beautiful Driftless Region along the Mississippi River in the northeast corner of Iowa. It is where I spend about a third of my time. The area is a very spiritual place and has a unique energy that must have been felt by the early inhabitants. They left effigies on the unique topography which was shaped by water rather than glacial action or seismic shift. It is home to hundreds of species of wildlife and is the annual migratory path of thousands of birds. And there are people living there, sometimes tucked away in the coulees, who are profoundly connected to the place. I feel good there…As I strive to interpret what I see with oil paint, my process becomes a meditation on the instant captured by the camera.”</p><p><u>About the artist (abbreviated):</u></p><p>The paintings of Fred Easker are included in museum, corporate and private collections throughout the Midwest and has appeared in a number of periodicals and books. He was featured as an “Iowa Master” in a series produced by Iowa Public Television. Recently he was commissioned by the General Services Administration to create a painting for the United States Federal Courthouse in Cedar Rapids. Over the span of his career he has worked with private galleries in New York, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Tulsa, Des Moines, and Cedar Rapids. The artist holds a BA and MA in Art Education from the University of Iowa.</p><p>Fred Easker has been painting full time since 1994.The artist resides in Cedar Rapids, Iowa where he grew up, and actively participates in the life of his community by working on boards and organizations involved in the arts, historic preservation and the humanities and was awarded the Friend of the Arts Award from Marion Fine Arts Council in 1993. His wife Velga who was born in Latvia is also an artist. Recently the couple recently established a part time working studio in Lansing, Iowa, an historic small town located in northeast Iowa on the Mississippi River.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>A reception will be held at the gallery September 17<sup>th</sup>, 2021 from 5:00-7:30pm. *Event details regarding COVID-19 below. <em>Meditations on Moments in the Landscape</em> is in the Main Exhibition space on the first floor and will share the same reception as a posthumous exhibition of work by Stephen Metcalf, <em>The Promise of Life</em>, in the Second Floor Gallery. Stephen Metcalf passed away last year.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Gilded Pear Gallery is located at 808 Third Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. For hours and more information visit <a href="http://www.gildedpeargallery.com">http://www.gildedpeargallery.com</a>–or- call: 319-366-0205</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Gallery operations, features, and procedure during the COVID-19 pandemic:</strong></p><p>Event:<u> The gallery requires that all persons attending the reception (vaccinated or unvaccinated) be masked.</u><strong> </strong>We appreciate you doing your part to keep everyone healthy! If you feel sick, have a fever, have tested positive for COVID-19 and have not fully recovered, or have been tested for COVID-19 and are awaiting your test results, you may not participate in this event. The exhibit will be on view for a while, stop back in when you’re feeling better! Food and beverage details will be updated on our social media and website; as well as RSVP link to the event.</p><p><br></p><p>Visit Us: Drop in anytime during our regular business hours: Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm, and CLOSED on Sunday. Appointments for our services (i.e.-custom framing, art appraisals) are preferred<strong>. </strong>Private viewing appointments are still being offered and can be made by contacting the gallery via email or phone (this is a great option for anyone still leery about public events).</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Features: A limited parking lot is available with 1 handicap space. On street parking is available on 3<sup>rd</sup> Avenue and 8<sup>th</sup> Street- non-metered. The MedQuarter features protected bike lanes and bicycle “parking” can be found on the opposite side of the building by the Pocket Park on 3<sup>rd </sup>and 8<sup>th</sup>.<strong> </strong></p><p><strong>There are no admission fees for private viewings or receptions.</strong></p>
9/17/2110:00 a.m.Gilded Pear GalleryCedar Rapids -
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From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200
<p>The Fall 2021 Main Library Gallery exhibition, <a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/from-revolutionary-outcast-to-a-man-of-god-dostoevsky-at-200/"><em>From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200</em></a>, is dedicated to the life and work of the Russian writer Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881). Curated by Dr. Anna Barker, University of Iowa professor of Russian literature, the exhibition covers the entirety of Dostoevsky’s prolific literary career. His youth, his years of exile in Siberia, a period of gambling addiction, and his philosophical and theological teachings are explored in the context of Russian historical events and many of his most famous novels, from <em>Poor Folk</em> to <em>The Brothers Karamazov</em>.</p><p><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/plan-your-visit/"><strong>Main Library Gallery Open Hours</strong></a></p><p>Monday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Tuesday: 9:00am – 8:00pm<br>Wednesday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Thursday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Friday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Saturday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm<br>Sunday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm</p><p><strong>Closing early at 3:00 PM: November 5</strong></p><p>NOTE: The easiest way to access the Main Library Gallery is via the north entrance of the Main Library.<br>Admission is free. No appointments are needed. Walk in during open hours. Classes may occasionally be visiting during open hours.<br>Please follow current campus COVID-19 guidelines when visiting.</p> 2021-09-24 18:00:00 -0500
9/24/219:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
Art Exhibit: Meditations on Moments in the Landscape
<p>Drawing on familiar scenes from the back roads of his native eastern Iowa, he explores both the aesthetics and the character of the place, offering a keen meditation on the power, vulnerability, and eloquence of this beautiful land.</p><p>Speaking about the new work in the exhibition, he states, “These days I am inspired by the landscape of northeast Iowa and the remarkable, unique and beautiful Driftless Region along the Mississippi River in the northeast corner of Iowa. It is where I spend about a third of my time. The area is a very spiritual place and has a unique energy that must have been felt by the early inhabitants. They left effigies on the unique topography which was shaped by water rather than glacial action or seismic shift. It is home to hundreds of species of wildlife and is the annual migratory path of thousands of birds. And there are people living there, sometimes tucked away in the coulees, who are profoundly connected to the place. I feel good there…As I strive to interpret what I see with oil paint, my process becomes a meditation on the instant captured by the camera.”</p><p><u>About the artist (abbreviated):</u></p><p>The paintings of Fred Easker are included in museum, corporate and private collections throughout the Midwest and has appeared in a number of periodicals and books. He was featured as an “Iowa Master” in a series produced by Iowa Public Television. Recently he was commissioned by the General Services Administration to create a painting for the United States Federal Courthouse in Cedar Rapids. Over the span of his career he has worked with private galleries in New York, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Tulsa, Des Moines, and Cedar Rapids. The artist holds a BA and MA in Art Education from the University of Iowa.</p><p>Fred Easker has been painting full time since 1994.The artist resides in Cedar Rapids, Iowa where he grew up, and actively participates in the life of his community by working on boards and organizations involved in the arts, historic preservation and the humanities and was awarded the Friend of the Arts Award from Marion Fine Arts Council in 1993. His wife Velga who was born in Latvia is also an artist. Recently the couple recently established a part time working studio in Lansing, Iowa, an historic small town located in northeast Iowa on the Mississippi River.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>A reception will be held at the gallery September 17<sup>th</sup>, 2021 from 5:00-7:30pm. *Event details regarding COVID-19 below. <em>Meditations on Moments in the Landscape</em> is in the Main Exhibition space on the first floor and will share the same reception as a posthumous exhibition of work by Stephen Metcalf, <em>The Promise of Life</em>, in the Second Floor Gallery. Stephen Metcalf passed away last year.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Gilded Pear Gallery is located at 808 Third Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. For hours and more information visit <a href="http://www.gildedpeargallery.com">http://www.gildedpeargallery.com</a>–or- call: 319-366-0205</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Gallery operations, features, and procedure during the COVID-19 pandemic:</strong></p><p>Event:<u> The gallery requires that all persons attending the reception (vaccinated or unvaccinated) be masked.</u><strong> </strong>We appreciate you doing your part to keep everyone healthy! If you feel sick, have a fever, have tested positive for COVID-19 and have not fully recovered, or have been tested for COVID-19 and are awaiting your test results, you may not participate in this event. The exhibit will be on view for a while, stop back in when you’re feeling better! Food and beverage details will be updated on our social media and website; as well as RSVP link to the event.</p><p><br></p><p>Visit Us: Drop in anytime during our regular business hours: Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm, and CLOSED on Sunday. Appointments for our services (i.e.-custom framing, art appraisals) are preferred<strong>. </strong>Private viewing appointments are still being offered and can be made by contacting the gallery via email or phone (this is a great option for anyone still leery about public events).</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Features: A limited parking lot is available with 1 handicap space. On street parking is available on 3<sup>rd</sup> Avenue and 8<sup>th</sup> Street- non-metered. The MedQuarter features protected bike lanes and bicycle “parking” can be found on the opposite side of the building by the Pocket Park on 3<sup>rd </sup>and 8<sup>th</sup>.<strong> </strong></p><p><strong>There are no admission fees for private viewings or receptions.</strong></p>
9/18/2110:00 a.m.Gilded Pear GalleryCedar Rapids -
From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200
<p>The Fall 2021 Main Library Gallery exhibition, <a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/from-revolutionary-outcast-to-a-man-of-god-dostoevsky-at-200/"><em>From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200</em></a>, is dedicated to the life and work of the Russian writer Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881). Curated by Dr. Anna Barker, University of Iowa professor of Russian literature, the exhibition covers the entirety of Dostoevsky’s prolific literary career. His youth, his years of exile in Siberia, a period of gambling addiction, and his philosophical and theological teachings are explored in the context of Russian historical events and many of his most famous novels, from <em>Poor Folk</em> to <em>The Brothers Karamazov</em>.</p><p><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/plan-your-visit/"><strong>Main Library Gallery Open Hours</strong></a></p><p>Monday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Tuesday: 9:00am – 8:00pm<br>Wednesday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Thursday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Friday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Saturday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm<br>Sunday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm</p><p>NOTE: The easiest way to access the Main Library Gallery is via the north entrance of the Main Library.<br>Admission is free. No appointments are needed. Walk in during open hours. Classes may occasionally be visiting the gallery during open hours.<br>Please follow current campus COVID-19 guidelines when visiting.</p> 2021-09-25 17:00:00 -0500
9/25/211:00 p.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
Art Exhibit: Meditations on Moments in the Landscape
<p>Drawing on familiar scenes from the back roads of his native eastern Iowa, he explores both the aesthetics and the character of the place, offering a keen meditation on the power, vulnerability, and eloquence of this beautiful land.</p><p>Speaking about the new work in the exhibition, he states, “These days I am inspired by the landscape of northeast Iowa and the remarkable, unique and beautiful Driftless Region along the Mississippi River in the northeast corner of Iowa. It is where I spend about a third of my time. The area is a very spiritual place and has a unique energy that must have been felt by the early inhabitants. They left effigies on the unique topography which was shaped by water rather than glacial action or seismic shift. It is home to hundreds of species of wildlife and is the annual migratory path of thousands of birds. And there are people living there, sometimes tucked away in the coulees, who are profoundly connected to the place. I feel good there…As I strive to interpret what I see with oil paint, my process becomes a meditation on the instant captured by the camera.”</p><p><u>About the artist (abbreviated):</u></p><p>The paintings of Fred Easker are included in museum, corporate and private collections throughout the Midwest and has appeared in a number of periodicals and books. He was featured as an “Iowa Master” in a series produced by Iowa Public Television. Recently he was commissioned by the General Services Administration to create a painting for the United States Federal Courthouse in Cedar Rapids. Over the span of his career he has worked with private galleries in New York, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Tulsa, Des Moines, and Cedar Rapids. The artist holds a BA and MA in Art Education from the University of Iowa.</p><p>Fred Easker has been painting full time since 1994.The artist resides in Cedar Rapids, Iowa where he grew up, and actively participates in the life of his community by working on boards and organizations involved in the arts, historic preservation and the humanities and was awarded the Friend of the Arts Award from Marion Fine Arts Council in 1993. His wife Velga who was born in Latvia is also an artist. Recently the couple recently established a part time working studio in Lansing, Iowa, an historic small town located in northeast Iowa on the Mississippi River.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>A reception will be held at the gallery September 17<sup>th</sup>, 2021 from 5:00-7:30pm. *Event details regarding COVID-19 below. <em>Meditations on Moments in the Landscape</em> is in the Main Exhibition space on the first floor and will share the same reception as a posthumous exhibition of work by Stephen Metcalf, <em>The Promise of Life</em>, in the Second Floor Gallery. Stephen Metcalf passed away last year.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Gilded Pear Gallery is located at 808 Third Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. For hours and more information visit <a href="http://www.gildedpeargallery.com">http://www.gildedpeargallery.com</a>–or- call: 319-366-0205</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Gallery operations, features, and procedure during the COVID-19 pandemic:</strong></p><p>Event:<u> The gallery requires that all persons attending the reception (vaccinated or unvaccinated) be masked.</u><strong> </strong>We appreciate you doing your part to keep everyone healthy! If you feel sick, have a fever, have tested positive for COVID-19 and have not fully recovered, or have been tested for COVID-19 and are awaiting your test results, you may not participate in this event. The exhibit will be on view for a while, stop back in when you’re feeling better! Food and beverage details will be updated on our social media and website; as well as RSVP link to the event.</p><p><br></p><p>Visit Us: Drop in anytime during our regular business hours: Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm, and CLOSED on Sunday. Appointments for our services (i.e.-custom framing, art appraisals) are preferred<strong>. </strong>Private viewing appointments are still being offered and can be made by contacting the gallery via email or phone (this is a great option for anyone still leery about public events).</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Features: A limited parking lot is available with 1 handicap space. On street parking is available on 3<sup>rd</sup> Avenue and 8<sup>th</sup> Street- non-metered. The MedQuarter features protected bike lanes and bicycle “parking” can be found on the opposite side of the building by the Pocket Park on 3<sup>rd </sup>and 8<sup>th</sup>.<strong> </strong></p><p><strong>There are no admission fees for private viewings or receptions.</strong></p>
9/20/2110:00 a.m.Gilded Pear GalleryCedar Rapids -
From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200
<p>The Fall 2021 Main Library Gallery exhibition, <a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/exhibit/from-revolutionary-outcast-to-a-man-of-god-dostoevsky-at-200/"><em>From Revolutionary Outcast to a Man of God: Dostoevsky at 200</em></a>, is dedicated to the life and work of the Russian writer Fyodor Dostoevsky (1821-1881). Curated by Dr. Anna Barker, University of Iowa professor of Russian literature, the exhibition covers the entirety of Dostoevsky’s prolific literary career. His youth, his years of exile in Siberia, a period of gambling addiction, and his philosophical and theological teachings are explored in the context of Russian historical events and many of his most famous novels, from <em>Poor Folk</em> to <em>The Brothers Karamazov</em>.</p><p><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/plan-your-visit/"><strong>Main Library Gallery Open Hours</strong></a></p><p>Monday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Tuesday: 9:00am – 8:00pm<br>Wednesday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Thursday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Friday: 9:00am – 6:00pm<br>Saturday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm<br>Sunday: 1:00pm – 5:00pm</p><p>NOTE: The easiest way to access the Main Library Gallery is via the north entrance of the Main Library.<br>Admission is free. No appointments are needed. Walk in during open hours. Classes may occasionally be visiting the gallery during open hours.<br>Please follow current campus COVID-19 guidelines when visiting.</p> 2021-09-26 17:00:00 -0500
9/26/211:00 p.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
Art Exhibit: Meditations on Moments in the Landscape
<p>Drawing on familiar scenes from the back roads of his native eastern Iowa, he explores both the aesthetics and the character of the place, offering a keen meditation on the power, vulnerability, and eloquence of this beautiful land.</p><p>Speaking about the new work in the exhibition, he states, “These days I am inspired by the landscape of northeast Iowa and the remarkable, unique and beautiful Driftless Region along the Mississippi River in the northeast corner of Iowa. It is where I spend about a third of my time. The area is a very spiritual place and has a unique energy that must have been felt by the early inhabitants. They left effigies on the unique topography which was shaped by water rather than glacial action or seismic shift. It is home to hundreds of species of wildlife and is the annual migratory path of thousands of birds. And there are people living there, sometimes tucked away in the coulees, who are profoundly connected to the place. I feel good there…As I strive to interpret what I see with oil paint, my process becomes a meditation on the instant captured by the camera.”</p><p><u>About the artist (abbreviated):</u></p><p>The paintings of Fred Easker are included in museum, corporate and private collections throughout the Midwest and has appeared in a number of periodicals and books. He was featured as an “Iowa Master” in a series produced by Iowa Public Television. Recently he was commissioned by the General Services Administration to create a painting for the United States Federal Courthouse in Cedar Rapids. Over the span of his career he has worked with private galleries in New York, Milwaukee, Minneapolis, Tulsa, Des Moines, and Cedar Rapids. The artist holds a BA and MA in Art Education from the University of Iowa.</p><p>Fred Easker has been painting full time since 1994.The artist resides in Cedar Rapids, Iowa where he grew up, and actively participates in the life of his community by working on boards and organizations involved in the arts, historic preservation and the humanities and was awarded the Friend of the Arts Award from Marion Fine Arts Council in 1993. His wife Velga who was born in Latvia is also an artist. Recently the couple recently established a part time working studio in Lansing, Iowa, an historic small town located in northeast Iowa on the Mississippi River.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>A reception will be held at the gallery September 17<sup>th</sup>, 2021 from 5:00-7:30pm. *Event details regarding COVID-19 below. <em>Meditations on Moments in the Landscape</em> is in the Main Exhibition space on the first floor and will share the same reception as a posthumous exhibition of work by Stephen Metcalf, <em>The Promise of Life</em>, in the Second Floor Gallery. Stephen Metcalf passed away last year.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Gilded Pear Gallery is located at 808 Third Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. For hours and more information visit <a href="http://www.gildedpeargallery.com">http://www.gildedpeargallery.com</a>–or- call: 319-366-0205</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Gallery operations, features, and procedure during the COVID-19 pandemic:</strong></p><p>Event:<u> The gallery requires that all persons attending the reception (vaccinated or unvaccinated) be masked.</u><strong> </strong>We appreciate you doing your part to keep everyone healthy! If you feel sick, have a fever, have tested positive for COVID-19 and have not fully recovered, or have been tested for COVID-19 and are awaiting your test results, you may not participate in this event. The exhibit will be on view for a while, stop back in when you’re feeling better! Food and beverage details will be updated on our social media and website; as well as RSVP link to the event.</p><p><br></p><p>Visit Us: Drop in anytime during our regular business hours: Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm, and CLOSED on Sunday. Appointments for our services (i.e.-custom framing, art appraisals) are preferred<strong>. </strong>Private viewing appointments are still being offered and can be made by contacting the gallery via email or phone (this is a great option for anyone still leery about public events).</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p>Features: A limited parking lot is available with 1 handicap space. On street parking is available on 3<sup>rd</sup> Avenue and 8<sup>th</sup> Street- non-metered. The MedQuarter features protected bike lanes and bicycle “parking” can be found on the opposite side of the building by the Pocket Park on 3<sup>rd </sup>and 8<sup>th</sup>.<strong> </strong></p><p><strong>There are no admission fees for private viewings or receptions.</strong></p>
9/21/2110:00 a.m.Gilded Pear GalleryCedar Rapids