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Prelude to Christmas
<p>Welcome in the holiday season including a glimpse into Amana's Christmas past. Plenty of shopping, food, drink and music. Amana Church Bazaar & Cookie Walk. Tannenbaum (Christmas tree) Forest featuring our Nativity scene & 17' German Pyramid. </p> 2022-01-26 20:00:00 -060012/03/2210:00 a.m.Amana Colonies Convention & Visitor BureauAmana -
Prelude to Christmas
<p>Welcome in the holiday season including a glimpse into Amana's Christmas past. Plenty of shopping, food, drink and music. Amana Church Bazaar & Cookie Walk. Tannenbaum (Christmas tree) Forest featuring our Nativity scene & 17' German Pyramid.</p> 2022-01-26 16:00:00 -060012/04/2211:00 a.m.Amana Colonies Convention & Visitor BureauAmana -
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Prelude to Christmas
<p>Welcome in the holiday season including a glimpse into Amana's Christmas past. Plenty of shopping, food, drink and music. Amana Church Bazaar & Cookie Walk. Tannenbaum (Christmas tree) Forest featuring our Nativity scene & 17' German Pyramid. </p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2019-03-28 20:00:00 -0500
12/02/2211:00 a.m.Amana Colonies Convention & Visitor BureauAmana -
What'cha Reading Book Club - Holiday Party
<p>Join us for our What'cha Reading Book Club - Holiday Party. If your budget allows, please bring a wrapped copy of your favorite book for a White Elephant Book Exchange.<br><br><br>This book club just encourages you to read and then come share what you've read recently. It doesn't matter what you like to read or how much you read, just that you read and like talking to other people about books.<br><br>So join us for this low pressure no assigned reading book club.</p> 2022-01-20 15:00:00 -0600
12/18/221:00 p.m.Craft'dCedar Rapids -
Juneteenth Festival
<p>On Saturday, June 18, the AAMI will commemorate Juneteenth with its free, annual outdoor festival at NewBo City Market. The newest federal holiday, Juneteenth celebrates the freedom of enslaved people. Since 1865, Juneteenth has been celebrated to honor the African Americans who built this nation.</p><p>Presented by Cargill, the AAMI’s annual Juneteenth celebration returns this year with a day full of free programming. Join us at NewBo City Market for a proclamation from Mayor O’Donnell, DJ Commando, MC Jemar Lee, stage performances, community vendors, face painting, and more. Stage talent will include comedy, songs, spoken word, dance. Featured statewide artists like Antonio “Tone da boss” Chalmers, Robert Miley, Jr., Destiny “Tru” Cyrus, Tevin Jones, the Mt. Zion Missionary Baptist Church men’s choir, Emmett Philips, Day Peace and more.</p><p>In addition to presenting sponsor, Cargill, event sponsors and partners include Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust, Cedar Rapids Civil Rights Commission, City of Iowa City, Collins Community Credit Union, Skogman Companies, and The Gazette.</p> 2022-05-12 16:00:00 -0500
6/18/2211:00 a.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Series: Folk Crafting With Nature
<h2 data-hook="about">About the Event</h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>This series will walk you through the “how tos” of three different natures based folk art projects, cyanotypes, flower crowns, and one surprise experience. We will then embark on a journey to collect items needed and craft together. You will leave with completed projects to utilize yourself or share with friends and family. You will feel confident recreating these pieces of art for years to come! </p><p><br></p><p>This series includes these 3 classes:</p><ul><li> July 23: Folk Prints: Printing with Sunlight- Create ethereal images out of natural found items, to share or keep for yourself. </li><li>September 22: Flower Crown Workshop- Celebrate the Autumnal equinox by creating a wearable flower crown in honor of the bounty of summer.</li><li>TBD </li></ul><p>THINGS TO BRING </p><ul><li>Standard attire and sun protection for hands-on outdoor learning: hat, jeans, sunscreen. </li><li>A notebook and a pen/pencil for writing and drawing (optional).</li></ul><p><br></p><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $60 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Save 20%</strong> by registering here for all 3 classes in the series.</p><p><br></p><p>Harvest Preserve and Backyard Abundance members receive a 10% discount.</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.backyardabundance.org/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Backyard Abundance membership</a>.</li><li><a href="https://www.harvestpreserve.org/membership-volunteer" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Harvest Preserve membership.</a></li></ul><p>INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</p><p>We need a minimum of 10 attendees to host the classes. <strong>Please invite friends and family</strong> to ensure the events happen as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.</p><p><br></p><p>EDUCATOR</p><p>Annie Ventullo, is a folk crafter, mushroom hunter, and lover of the woods. When she isn't playing with forest found items, she is a practicing ecotherapist and death doula. </p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>Local Parks around the Iowa City area. </p><p><br></p><p>COVID-19</p><p>The event is held outside. Masks are optional. We will try to maintain 6' distancing.</p><p><br></p><p>SPONSORS AND PARTNERS</p><p>This class was developed in collaboration with many community partners using grant funding from the Johnson County Community Foundation and the Roy A. Hunt Foundation. It would not be possible without these sponsors and supporters. Please frequent these generous organizations to thank them for donations of time, materials, and funds.</p><ul><li>-<a href="https://cfjc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Johnson County Community Foundation</a></li><li>-<a href="https://rahuntfdn.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Roy A. Hunt Foundation</a></li><li>-<a href="https://www.icgov.org/?id=1082" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department</a></li><li>-<a href="https://100grannies.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">100 Grannies</a></li><li>-<a href="https://www.earlmay.com/locations/iowa-city-iowa" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Earl May Garden Center</a></li><li>-<a href="https://www.extension.iastate.edu/johnson/master-gardener-program" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Master Gardeners of Johnson County</a></li><li>-<a href="https://www.newpi.coop/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">New Pioneer Food Co-op</a></li></ul></div></div> 2022-04-18 13:55:00 -0500
7/23/2211:55 a.m.Hubbard ParkIowa City -
Dragons Story Time
<p>Celebrate dragons with story time followed by a craft.</p><p>June 25, Downtown Library, Children’s Program Room, and July 16, Ladd Library, Community Room</p> 2022-04-15 11:30:00 -0500
6/25/2210:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Dragons Story Time
<p>Celebrate dragons with story time followed by a craft.</p><p>June 25, Downtown Library, Children’s Program Room, and July 16, Ladd Library, Community Room</p> 2022-04-15 11:30:00 -0500
7/16/2210:00 a.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Preschool Story Time
<p>Designed for kiddos aged 3-5 but open to all, Preschool Story Time is a half hour of books, songs, and activities followed by a craft. </p> 2022-05-19 10:30:00 -05005/19/2210:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Preschool Story Time
<p>Designed for kiddos aged 3-5 but open to all, Preschool Story Time is a half hour of books, songs, and activities followed by a craft. </p> 2022-05-26 10:30:00 -05005/26/2210:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Preschool Story Time
<p>Designed for kiddos aged 3-5 but open to all, Preschool Story Time is a half hour of books, songs, and activities followed by a craft. </p> 2022-06-02 10:30:00 -05006/02/2210:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Preschool Story Time
<p>Designed for kiddos aged 3-5 but open to all, Preschool Story Time is a half hour of books, songs, and activities followed by a craft. </p> 2022-06-09 10:30:00 -05006/09/2210:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
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Preschool Story Time
<p>Designed for kiddos aged 3-5 but open to all, Preschool Story Time is a half hour of books, songs, and activities followed by a craft. </p> 2022-06-16 10:30:00 -05006/16/2210:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Preschool Story Time
<p>Designed for kiddos aged 3-5 but open to all, Preschool Story Time is a half hour of books, songs, and activities followed by a craft. </p> 2022-06-23 10:30:00 -05006/23/2210:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Preschool Story Time
<p>Designed for kiddos aged 3-5 but open to all, Preschool Story Time is a half hour of books, songs, and activities followed by a craft. </p> 2022-06-30 10:30:00 -05006/30/2210:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Preschool Story Time
<p>Designed for kiddos aged 3-5 but open to all, Preschool Story Time is a half hour of books, songs, and activities followed by a craft. </p> 2022-07-07 10:30:00 -05007/07/2210:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Preschool Story Time
<p>Designed for kiddos aged 3-5 but open to all, Preschool Story Time is a half hour of books, songs, and activities followed by a craft. </p> 2022-07-14 10:30:00 -05007/14/2210:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Preschool Story Time
<p>Designed for kiddos aged 3-5 but open to all, Preschool Story Time is a half hour of books, songs, and activities followed by a craft. </p> 2022-07-21 10:30:00 -05007/21/2210:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Preschool Story Time
<p>Designed for kiddos aged 3-5 but open to all, Preschool Story Time is a half hour of books, songs, and activities followed by a craft. </p> 2022-07-28 10:30:00 -05007/28/2210:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Messy Mondays: Sand Art
<p>These will be Art or STEM projects. These activities were created with children ages 5-11 in mind. All are welcome. Dress appropriately.</p>6/13/222:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Messy Mondays: Painting Activity
<p>These will be Art or STEM projects. These activities were created with children ages 5-11 in mind. All are welcome. Dress appropriately.</p>7/11/222:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Messy Mondays: Rainbow Jar Experiment
<p>These will be Art or STEM projects. These activities were created with children ages 5-11 in mind. All are welcome. Dress appropriately.</p>6/27/222:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Messy Mondays: Painting Activity
<p>These will be Art or STEM projects. These activities were created with children ages 5-11 in mind. All are welcome. Dress appropriately.</p>7/25/222:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Metta Yoga at Prairiewoods
<p>Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga from the spiritual environment and natural beauty of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructor Heather English offers gentle/beginner’s yoga every Monday and Thursday. People of all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to participate whenever available. Heather began practicing yoga for the mental health benefits and became a yoga instructor in order to share these amazing benefits with others. She is inspired by the potential that a regular yoga practice has for impacting so many areas of life. In fact, it was her yoga training that motivated her to begin crafting as a career, to share her crafting with others, and to regularly explore the intersection of yoga and creativity. Let’s see how Heather can help us benefit from yoga! Yoga meets in person at Prairiewoods. The cost is $99 for an eleven-punch card or $60 for a six-punch card, one punch per session. Registration for each session is required at least two hours before class time. For more information or to register, contact Heather at harbaugh@hotmail.com or 319-389-1463.</p> 2022-05-16 11:45:00 -0500
5/16/229:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Seminole Valley Flea Market
<p>A one day event rain or shine. Everything is welcome from garage sale items to Crafts, collectibles and antiques. If you would like to set up and sell please contact us. Bring your pop up, tables, or a blanket for the ground. Unlimited space is just $40.00. Use all the room you need as there is plenty for all. We are always looking for more vendors to sell their wares at our Flea Market. </p> 2022-05-08 16:00:00 -05005/21/229:00 a.m.Seminole Valley Farm MuseumCedar Rapids -
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Bentonsport Flea Market & Craft Show
<p>Historic village along the Des Moines riverside park, gardens and several historic buildings with homemade crafts or antiques. Outdoor craft show with vendors, food, wine tasting, free covered wagon rides, working blacksmith demonstrations and pottery. An artifact museum located off Des Moines street has over 5,000 artifacts locally found and the Bentonsport campground is located just next to the village. New vendor welcome. Visit www.greefstore.com for more information.</p> 2022-02-28 17:00:00 -0600
5/28/2210:00 a.m.Bentonsport Historic DistrictKeosauqua -
Metta Yoga at Prairiewoods
<p>Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga from the spiritual environment and natural beauty of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructor Heather English offers gentle/beginner’s yoga every Monday and Thursday. People of all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to participate whenever available. Heather began practicing yoga for the mental health benefits and became a yoga instructor in order to share these amazing benefits with others. She is inspired by the potential that a regular yoga practice has for impacting so many areas of life. In fact, it was her yoga training that motivated her to begin crafting as a career, to share her crafting with others, and to regularly explore the intersection of yoga and creativity. Let’s see how Heather can help us benefit from yoga! Yoga meets in person at Prairiewoods. The cost is $99 for an eleven-punch card or $60 for a six-punch card, one punch per session. Registration for each session is required at least two hours before class time. For more information or to register, contact Heather at harbaugh@hotmail.com or 319-389-1463.</p> 2022-04-16 11:45:00 -0500
6/06/229:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Metta Yoga at Prairiewoods
<p>Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga from the spiritual environment and natural beauty of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructor Heather English offers gentle/beginner’s yoga every Monday and Thursday. People of all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to participate whenever available. Heather began practicing yoga for the mental health benefits and became a yoga instructor in order to share these amazing benefits with others. She is inspired by the potential that a regular yoga practice has for impacting so many areas of life. In fact, it was her yoga training that motivated her to begin crafting as a career, to share her crafting with others, and to regularly explore the intersection of yoga and creativity. Let’s see how Heather can help us benefit from yoga! Yoga meets in person at Prairiewoods. The cost is $99 for an eleven-punch card or $60 for a six-punch card, one punch per session. Registration for each session is required at least two hours before class time. For more information or to register, contact Heather at harbaugh@hotmail.com or 319-389-1463.</p> 2022-06-13 11:45:00 -0500
6/13/229:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Metta Yoga at Prairiewoods
<p>Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga from the spiritual environment and natural beauty of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructor Heather English offers gentle/beginner’s yoga every Monday and Thursday. People of all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to participate whenever available. Heather began practicing yoga for the mental health benefits and became a yoga instructor in order to share these amazing benefits with others. She is inspired by the potential that a regular yoga practice has for impacting so many areas of life. In fact, it was her yoga training that motivated her to begin crafting as a career, to share her crafting with others, and to regularly explore the intersection of yoga and creativity. Let’s see how Heather can help us benefit from yoga! Yoga meets in person at Prairiewoods. The cost is $99 for an eleven-punch card or $60 for a six-punch card, one punch per session. Registration for each session is required at least two hours before class time. For more information or to register, contact Heather at harbaugh@hotmail.com or 319-389-1463.</p> 2022-06-20 11:45:00 -0500
6/20/229:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Metta Yoga at Prairiewoods
<p>Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga from the spiritual environment and natural beauty of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructor Heather English offers gentle/beginner’s yoga every Monday and Thursday. People of all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to participate whenever available. Heather began practicing yoga for the mental health benefits and became a yoga instructor in order to share these amazing benefits with others. She is inspired by the potential that a regular yoga practice has for impacting so many areas of life. In fact, it was her yoga training that motivated her to begin crafting as a career, to share her crafting with others, and to regularly explore the intersection of yoga and creativity. Let’s see how Heather can help us benefit from yoga! Yoga meets in person at Prairiewoods. The cost is $99 for an eleven-punch card or $60 for a six-punch card, one punch per session. Registration for each session is required at least two hours before class time. For more information or to register, contact Heather at harbaugh@hotmail.com or 319-389-1463.</p> 2022-06-27 11:45:00 -0500
6/27/229:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha