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• Greater Cedar Rapids Spring 2022 Parade of Homes

  <p>Tour the area's best new &amp; remodeled homes at the Greater Cedar Rapids Spring 2022 Parade of Homes!</p><p>The Parade of Homes is an annual event the Greater Cedar Rapids Housing &amp; Building Association organizes and produces to offer potential home buyers and current homeowners the opportunity to view many of the area’s best new and remodeled homes and exciting new neighborhoods. Visitors to our parade will discover unique homes and floor plans, beautiful communities, the latest in interior design trends and home technology, exterior finishes, outdoor living, and landscaping that will inspire. If you are looking for a new home or thinking about building or remodeling, the Parade of Homes is the perfect place to start your search!</p><p>Several parade homes will be open as usual, offering in-person tours May 14 &amp; 15, 12-5 pm, May 19, 5-8 pm, May 21 &amp; 22, 12-5 pm. However, with an ongoing supply chain crisis, labor shortages and an incredible housing market, other parade homes will not be open to the public but can be viewed through a virtual tour online.</p><p>Tickets available at each parade home for $10. Or get a discounted ticket at local Casey's General Stores for $9. Children 12 &amp; under FREE.</p><p>We are "Building Our Community" by Giving Back! A portion of each ticket sold will be donated to a local nonprofit, WRAP, the Wheelchair Ramp Accessibility Program. WRAP’s mission is to provide affordable, flexible home access on a timely basis for individuals in our community. WRAP opens doors to independence with custom wheelchair ramps that helps those in need to safely enter and leave their homes.</p><p>While touring the homes, make sure you sign up for our incredible giveaways: an EdgeStar Beverage Cooler, courtesy of Ferguson Bath, Kitchen &amp; Lighting Gallery; a Weber Gas Grill, courtesy of Collins Community Credit Union; and a Shark ION Robotic Vacuum, courtesy of Randy’s Flooring.</p><p>Thank you to our sponsors: Ferguson Bath, Kitchen &amp; Lighting Gallery, Collins Community Credit Union, Randy's Flooring, and MidAmerican Energy.</p><p>Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fgcrhba.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR07mLBddAuYe67fXHviDRMeC1K_iz-TwN4l_NYVLKuvezjBzRoiybM6Fww&h=AT18P3lpWiAreGimLHaWUnQ3-V7zNzGh8fJu-nWJsoy0FCapTOE1RMSxhYv7M6MsUCetavitvdOkE_hO-I0h3hVUFUZRD2FxWNRpbaXlrht7_tCRAJDQiUSYfo7y7K-2wA&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT2Ueo0MJZUuFhfGXU0k3O7CxWM_51FE7PVCPSHqWvBJdFG85JGn66wnIFWGZFSH1OCCxwekV2hyBy6FrYbhiZKSr0CRqfM_0i7fcCvj-PlR9gPvb46IKU2O8yPam0eXiKGlqB3j26h7ii6MzC4rUHrHh4HDyH9OapvK82pgXvN-pTQ" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">gcrhba.org</a> for more information.</p> 2022-05-12 20:00:00 -0500

  5/19/22 2022-05-19 17:00:00 -0500

  5:00 p.m.

  Greater Cedar Rapids Housing & Building Association

  Cedar Rapids Area

  10.0

• Greater Cedar Rapids Spring 2022 Parade of Homes

  <p>Tour the area's best new &amp; remodeled homes at the Greater Cedar Rapids Spring 2022 Parade of Homes!</p><p>The Parade of Homes is an annual event the Greater Cedar Rapids Housing &amp; Building Association organizes and produces to offer potential home buyers and current homeowners the opportunity to view many of the area’s best new and remodeled homes and exciting new neighborhoods. Visitors to our parade will discover unique homes and floor plans, beautiful communities, the latest in interior design trends and home technology, exterior finishes, outdoor living, and landscaping that will inspire. If you are looking for a new home or thinking about building or remodeling, the Parade of Homes is the perfect place to start your search!</p><p>Several parade homes will be open as usual, offering in-person tours May 14 &amp; 15, 12-5 pm, May 19, 5-8 pm, May 21 &amp; 22, 12-5 pm. However, with an ongoing supply chain crisis, labor shortages and an incredible housing market, other parade homes will not be open to the public but can be viewed through a virtual tour online.</p><p>Tickets available at each parade home for $10. Or get a discounted ticket at local Casey's General Stores for $9. Children 12 &amp; under FREE.</p><p>We are "Building Our Community" by Giving Back! A portion of each ticket sold will be donated to a local nonprofit, WRAP, the Wheelchair Ramp Accessibility Program. WRAP’s mission is to provide affordable, flexible home access on a timely basis for individuals in our community. WRAP opens doors to independence with custom wheelchair ramps that helps those in need to safely enter and leave their homes.</p><p>While touring the homes, make sure you sign up for our incredible giveaways: an EdgeStar Beverage Cooler, courtesy of Ferguson Bath, Kitchen &amp; Lighting Gallery; a Weber Gas Grill, courtesy of Collins Community Credit Union; and a Shark ION Robotic Vacuum, courtesy of Randy’s Flooring.</p><p>Thank you to our sponsors: Ferguson Bath, Kitchen &amp; Lighting Gallery, Collins Community Credit Union, Randy's Flooring, and MidAmerican Energy.</p><p>Visit&nbsp;<a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fgcrhba.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR07mLBddAuYe67fXHviDRMeC1K_iz-TwN4l_NYVLKuvezjBzRoiybM6Fww&h=AT18P3lpWiAreGimLHaWUnQ3-V7zNzGh8fJu-nWJsoy0FCapTOE1RMSxhYv7M6MsUCetavitvdOkE_hO-I0h3hVUFUZRD2FxWNRpbaXlrht7_tCRAJDQiUSYfo7y7K-2wA&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT2Ueo0MJZUuFhfGXU0k3O7CxWM_51FE7PVCPSHqWvBJdFG85JGn66wnIFWGZFSH1OCCxwekV2hyBy6FrYbhiZKSr0CRqfM_0i7fcCvj-PlR9gPvb46IKU2O8yPam0eXiKGlqB3j26h7ii6MzC4rUHrHh4HDyH9OapvK82pgXvN-pTQ" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">gcrhba.org</a> for more information.</p> 2022-05-12 17:00:00 -0500

  5/21/22 2022-05-21 12:00:00 -0500

  12:00 p.m.

  Greater Cedar Rapids Housing & Building Association

  Cedar Rapids Area

  10.0

• Greater Cedar Rapids Spring 2022 Parade of Homes

  <p>Tour the area's best new &amp; remodeled homes at the Greater Cedar Rapids Spring 2022 Parade of Homes!</p><p>The Parade of Homes is an annual event the Greater Cedar Rapids Housing &amp; Building Association organizes and produces to offer potential home buyers and current homeowners the opportunity to view many of the area’s best new and remodeled homes and exciting new neighborhoods. Visitors to our parade will discover unique homes and floor plans, beautiful communities, the latest in interior design trends and home technology, exterior finishes, outdoor living, and landscaping that will inspire. If you are looking for a new home or thinking about building or remodeling, the Parade of Homes is the perfect place to start your search!</p><p>Several parade homes will be open as usual, offering in-person tours May 14 &amp; 15, 12-5 pm, May 19, 5-8 pm, May 21 &amp; 22, 12-5 pm. However, with an ongoing supply chain crisis, labor shortages and an incredible housing market, other parade homes will not be open to the public but can be viewed through a virtual tour online.</p><p>Tickets available at each parade home for $10. Or get a discounted ticket at local Casey's General Stores for $9. Children 12 &amp; under FREE.</p><p>We are "Building Our Community" by Giving Back! A portion of each ticket sold will be donated to a local nonprofit, WRAP, the Wheelchair Ramp Accessibility Program. WRAP’s mission is to provide affordable, flexible home access on a timely basis for individuals in our community. WRAP opens doors to independence with custom wheelchair ramps that helps those in need to safely enter and leave their homes.</p><p>While touring the homes, make sure you sign up for our incredible giveaways: an EdgeStar Beverage Cooler, courtesy of Ferguson Bath, Kitchen &amp; Lighting Gallery; a Weber Gas Grill, courtesy of Collins Community Credit Union; and a Shark ION Robotic Vacuum, courtesy of Randy’s Flooring.</p><p>Thank you to our sponsors: Ferguson Bath, Kitchen &amp; Lighting Gallery, Collins Community Credit Union, Randy's Flooring, and MidAmerican Energy.</p><p>Visit <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fgcrhba.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR07mLBddAuYe67fXHviDRMeC1K_iz-TwN4l_NYVLKuvezjBzRoiybM6Fww&h=AT18P3lpWiAreGimLHaWUnQ3-V7zNzGh8fJu-nWJsoy0FCapTOE1RMSxhYv7M6MsUCetavitvdOkE_hO-I0h3hVUFUZRD2FxWNRpbaXlrht7_tCRAJDQiUSYfo7y7K-2wA&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT2Ueo0MJZUuFhfGXU0k3O7CxWM_51FE7PVCPSHqWvBJdFG85JGn66wnIFWGZFSH1OCCxwekV2hyBy6FrYbhiZKSr0CRqfM_0i7fcCvj-PlR9gPvb46IKU2O8yPam0eXiKGlqB3j26h7ii6MzC4rUHrHh4HDyH9OapvK82pgXvN-pTQ" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">gcrhba.org</a> for more information.</p> 2022-05-12 17:00:00 -0500

  5/22/22 2022-05-22 12:00:00 -0500

  12:00 p.m.

  Greater Cedar Rapids Housing & Building Association

  Cedar Rapids Area

  10.0

• Lego Parade of Homes

  <p>The Iowa City Area HBA Lego Parade of Homes is back by popular demand, sponsored by <a href="https://www.randysflooring.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIxP6rnt2R9wIVEhDnCh1ExQ4QEAAYASAAEgLI-vD_BwE" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><strong>Randy’s Flooring</strong>.</a> Kids aged 17 and younger are invited to summon their inner builder for a chance to win prizes, courtesy of <strong><a href="https://localsloveus.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Locals Love Us- ICR</a></strong></p><p>Contest dates are May 9-20, with category winners announced the week of <strong>June 4</strong>. The Lego parade tour goes live <strong>June 4</strong> at &nbsp;<u><a href="http://www.iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/lego-tour" rel="noopener" target="_blank">www.iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/lego-tour</a></u>, the first day of the Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes. The public may vote on the website for their Lego favorites through <strong>June 12</strong>, the last day of the Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes. The Lego Parade People’s Choice Award recipient will be revealed the week of <strong>June 20</strong>.</p><p>Here’s how to enter:<br>Step 1: Collect all your Legos.<br>Step 2: Build your home sweet home.<br>Step 3: Take photos of your creation.<br>Step 4: Enter your masterpiece by 5 p.m., <strong>May 20</strong>, at <a href="http://www.iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/lego-tour" rel="noopener" target="_blank">www.iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/lego-tour</a>&nbsp; by following the prompts. Only first names will be used when publicizing entries. Don’t forget to include your description (e.g. number of bedrooms, colors, types of countertops, etc.).&nbsp;</p><p>Winners will be named&nbsp;<strong>June 6</strong>, and judges are from&nbsp;<a href="https://www.randysflooring.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMInYrgp--i9wIV1Do4Ch2E2AtpEAAYASAAEgJ4OvD_BwE" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Randy’s Flooring</a> and Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes Presenting Co-Sponsors&nbsp;<a href="http://www.hillsbank.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Hills Bank</a> and&nbsp;<u><a href="http://www.urbanacres.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Urban Acres Real Estate</a></u>. </p>

  5/17/22 2022-05-17 00:00:00 -0500

  12:00 a.m.

  The Greater Iowa City Area HBA

  Iowa City

  0.0 0

• Lego Parade of Homes

  <p>The Iowa City Area HBA Lego Parade of Homes is back by popular demand, sponsored by <a href="https://www.randysflooring.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIxP6rnt2R9wIVEhDnCh1ExQ4QEAAYASAAEgLI-vD_BwE" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><strong>Randy’s Flooring</strong>.</a> Kids aged 17 and younger are invited to summon their inner builder for a chance to win prizes, courtesy of <strong><a href="https://localsloveus.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Locals Love Us- ICR</a></strong></p><p>Contest dates are May 9-20, with category winners announced the week of <strong>June 4</strong>. The Lego parade tour goes live <strong>June 4</strong> at &nbsp;<u><a href="http://www.iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/lego-tour" rel="noopener" target="_blank">www.iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/lego-tour</a></u>, the first day of the Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes. The public may vote on the website for their Lego favorites through <strong>June 12</strong>, the last day of the Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes. The Lego Parade People’s Choice Award recipient will be revealed the week of <strong>June 20</strong>.</p><p>Here’s how to enter:<br>Step 1: Collect all your Legos.<br>Step 2: Build your home sweet home.<br>Step 3: Take photos of your creation.<br>Step 4: Enter your masterpiece by 5 p.m., <strong>May 20</strong>, at <a href="http://www.iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/lego-tour" rel="noopener" target="_blank">www.iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/lego-tour</a>&nbsp; by following the prompts. Only first names will be used when publicizing entries. Don’t forget to include your description (e.g. number of bedrooms, colors, types of countertops, etc.).&nbsp;</p><p>Winners will be named&nbsp;<strong>June 6</strong>, and judges are from&nbsp;<a href="https://www.randysflooring.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMInYrgp--i9wIV1Do4Ch2E2AtpEAAYASAAEgJ4OvD_BwE" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Randy’s Flooring</a> and Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes Presenting Co-Sponsors&nbsp;<a href="http://www.hillsbank.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Hills Bank</a> and&nbsp;<u><a href="http://www.urbanacres.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Urban Acres Real Estate</a></u>. </p>

  5/18/22 2022-05-18 00:00:00 -0500

  12:00 a.m.

  The Greater Iowa City Area HBA

  Iowa City

  0.0 0

• Lego Parade of Homes

  <p>The Iowa City Area HBA Lego Parade of Homes is back by popular demand, sponsored by <a href="https://www.randysflooring.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIxP6rnt2R9wIVEhDnCh1ExQ4QEAAYASAAEgLI-vD_BwE" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><strong>Randy’s Flooring</strong>.</a> Kids aged 17 and younger are invited to summon their inner builder for a chance to win prizes, courtesy of <strong><a href="https://localsloveus.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Locals Love Us- ICR</a></strong></p><p>Contest dates are May 9-20, with category winners announced the week of <strong>June 4</strong>. The Lego parade tour goes live <strong>June 4</strong> at &nbsp;<u><a href="http://www.iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/lego-tour" rel="noopener" target="_blank">www.iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/lego-tour</a></u>, the first day of the Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes. The public may vote on the website for their Lego favorites through <strong>June 12</strong>, the last day of the Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes. The Lego Parade People’s Choice Award recipient will be revealed the week of <strong>June 20</strong>.</p><p>Here’s how to enter:<br>Step 1: Collect all your Legos.<br>Step 2: Build your home sweet home.<br>Step 3: Take photos of your creation.<br>Step 4: Enter your masterpiece by 5 p.m., <strong>May 20</strong>, at <a href="http://www.iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/lego-tour" rel="noopener" target="_blank">www.iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/lego-tour</a>&nbsp; by following the prompts. Only first names will be used when publicizing entries. Don’t forget to include your description (e.g. number of bedrooms, colors, types of countertops, etc.).&nbsp;</p><p>Winners will be named&nbsp;<strong>June 6</strong>, and judges are from&nbsp;<a href="https://www.randysflooring.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMInYrgp--i9wIV1Do4Ch2E2AtpEAAYASAAEgJ4OvD_BwE" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Randy’s Flooring</a> and Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes Presenting Co-Sponsors&nbsp;<a href="http://www.hillsbank.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Hills Bank</a> and&nbsp;<u><a href="http://www.urbanacres.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Urban Acres Real Estate</a></u>. </p>

  5/19/22 2022-05-19 00:00:00 -0500

  12:00 a.m.

  The Greater Iowa City Area HBA

  Iowa City

  0.0 0

• Lego Parade of Homes

  <p>The Iowa City Area HBA Lego Parade of Homes is back by popular demand, sponsored by <a href="https://www.randysflooring.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMIxP6rnt2R9wIVEhDnCh1ExQ4QEAAYASAAEgLI-vD_BwE" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><strong>Randy’s Flooring</strong>.</a> Kids aged 17 and younger are invited to summon their inner builder for a chance to win prizes, courtesy of <strong><a href="https://localsloveus.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Locals Love Us- ICR</a></strong></p><p>Contest dates are May 9-20, with category winners announced the week of <strong>June 4</strong>. The Lego parade tour goes live <strong>June 4</strong> at &nbsp;<u><a href="http://www.iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/lego-tour" rel="noopener" target="_blank">www.iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/lego-tour</a></u>, the first day of the Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes. The public may vote on the website for their Lego favorites through <strong>June 12</strong>, the last day of the Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes. The Lego Parade People’s Choice Award recipient will be revealed the week of <strong>June 20</strong>.</p><p>Here’s how to enter:<br>Step 1: Collect all your Legos.<br>Step 2: Build your home sweet home.<br>Step 3: Take photos of your creation.<br>Step 4: Enter your masterpiece by 5 p.m., <strong>May 20</strong>, at <a href="http://www.iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/lego-tour" rel="noopener" target="_blank">www.iowacityhomes.thegazette.com/lego-tour</a>&nbsp; by following the prompts. Only first names will be used when publicizing entries. Don’t forget to include your description (e.g. number of bedrooms, colors, types of countertops, etc.).&nbsp;</p><p>Winners will be named&nbsp;<strong>June 6</strong>, and judges are from&nbsp;<a href="https://www.randysflooring.com/?gclid=EAIaIQobChMInYrgp--i9wIV1Do4Ch2E2AtpEAAYASAAEgJ4OvD_BwE" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Randy’s Flooring</a> and Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes Presenting Co-Sponsors&nbsp;<a href="http://www.hillsbank.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Hills Bank</a> and&nbsp;<u><a href="http://www.urbanacres.com/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Urban Acres Real Estate</a></u>. </p>

  5/20/22 2022-05-20 00:00:00 -0500

  12:00 a.m.

  The Greater Iowa City Area HBA

  Iowa City

  0.0 0

• 2022 Parade of Homes

  <p>The Iowa City Area HBA Parade of Homes &amp; Remodelers Parade celebrates the accomplishments of craftsmen and craftswomen throughout the area. The event is a fantastic opportunity to gather ideas and inspiration for an upcoming home project; learn about the latest techniques and trends in homebuilding and renovation; or simply be wowed by fabulous craftsmanship. Besides touring the homes, you have the chance to speak with builders, designers, contractors, realtors and others involved in many aspects of the home-building industry. There will be examples of new technologies, the latest building materials, floor plans and home decor.</p><p>Tickets are good for all days and can be purchased at the individual homes or ahead of time at The Greater Iowa City Area Home Builders Association office. The days of the event are June 4 and 5, June 7 and 9 and June 11 and 12. Times are Saturdays 10:00am-5:00pm, Sundays 12:00pm-5:00pm, and Tuesdays and Thursdays 5:30pm-8:30pm.</p><p>The 2022 &nbsp;Parade of Homes is presented by Hills Bank and Urban Acres Real Estate and put on by The Greater Iowa City Area Home Builders Association (HBA). Additional sponsors are CBI Bank &amp; Trust, MidAmerican Energy, Aero Rental, R.P. Lumber, West Bank, McCreedy-Ruth Construction, Sueppel's Siding &amp; Remodeling, Kitchens By Design, Bachmeier Carpet One Floor &amp; Home, Iowa City Landscaping &amp; Garden Center, Randy's Floooring, Locals Love Us- ICR, Vetter's Culligan Water, and Rapids Reproduction Inc.. Volunteer coordinator is Rapids Reproductions, Inc. Promotional partners are The Gazette, CBS 2/FOX &nbsp;28, Easton Design, KCRG, KZIA, iHeart Media, OnMedia and Townsquare Media (KHAK).</p> 2022-05-04 17:00:00 -0500

  6/04/22 2022-06-04 10:00:00 -0500

  10:00 a.m.

  Greater Iowa City Area Home Builders Association (Scattered Site Location)

  Iowa City

  0.0 0

• Iowa City Genealogical Society

  <p>The May 21^st program of the Iowa City Genealogical Society will be presented by Joel and Cathy Helman. Cathy’s great-great grandfather was Joel Garretson, an Underground Railroad “conductor” who assisted fugitive slaves advance from the home of Henderson and Elizabeth Lewelling in Salem, Henry County, Iowa to the next “safe house” during their escape northward to Canada. The National Park Service includes the Lewelling home as an important site in the nation’s “Network to Freedom.” &nbsp;Lewelling, Garretson and their Quaker neighbors were strong willed abolitionists during the pioneer days of Iowa and the period leading to the Civil War. Dave and Cathy will also trace the ancestry of Garretson, Lewelling and Edwin Coppock, a co-conspirator with abolitionist John Brown.</p><p>The meeting will begin at 9:30 at the LDS Family History Library, <a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=2730+Bradford+Drive,+Iowa+City&entry=gmail&source=g">2730 Bradford Drive, Iowa City</a>. A wheelchair accessible entrance is available from the east parking lot. Masks are encouraged and social distancing will be practiced.</p><p>It is also possible to participate in the meeting via Zoom. Send an email to icgsnews@gmail.com to receive details on how to join the meeting.</p> 2022-05-08 10:30:00 -0500

  5/21/22 2022-05-21 09:30:00 -0500

  9:30 a.m.

  LDS Family History Center

  Iowa City

  0.0 0

• Home Buying 101

  <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="64"><tbody><tr height="20"><td height="20" width="64">This class is &nbsp;designed to take the mystery out of the home buying experience with &nbsp;information perfect for both the first time buyer as well as for the person &nbsp;who would like a refresher course. Learn what you can afford, how mortgages &nbsp;work, what determines your mortgage payment, and the whole process from &nbsp;shopping to closing. Bring your concerns and unanswered questions to this &nbsp;home buying seminar. It’s the most helpful, pressure-free time you’ll spend &nbsp;on this important decision. A local lender, who specializes in first time &nbsp;home buyer education, will walk you step-by-step through the entire process.</td></tr></tbody></table> 2022-01-19 21:00:00 -0600

  6/02/22 2022-06-02 18:00:00 -0500

  6:00 p.m.

  Kirkwood Linn County Regional Center

  Hiawatha

  25.0

• KENNEDY SYMPHONIC ROCK CONCERT FEATURING ALISABETH VON PRESLEY

  <p>&nbsp;Join Kennedy Orchestra and Alisabeth Von Presley for a night of ROCK!</p><p>Alisabeth Von Presley is headlining the 2022 Kennedy High School Orchestra Symphonic Rock Concert at 7 p.m. on Friday, May 20. The concert will be held in the Kennedy Auditorium.&nbsp;</p><p>Von Presley was featured on NBC’s American Song Contest and is an active performer throughout Iowa. She will be joined by the Symphonic Rock All Stars: John Hall, Adam Beck, Jon Southwood and Dustin Duwa. Rock out to hits from the Beatles, Queen and more!</p><p>For the best price, order tickets online at <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fcrkennedyorchestra.ludus.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2RucFybI2uP5sb6Ragj-X80kDbmAH9f6oQqn5e0vnpDnNF0fnS4O3s3ic&h=AT1__seqqJP-VoI6pZ-UJwMjLBFUW4UwBL_ZXHyJkuRO7pUfut3vfgBAxK3moiMWJasJMO8YY36fN-pycveSLmPeH8IEQATpOBOTfVwnEddqxOQV65d1lUIavEBm8lLdKg&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT2Zzxgz7taMt9xoxWxKP1tm0osGib_Kd1gHrMhn5SWC8P0m6nXwqGNE1cE4Jj_KzX0WMvYBoMatjqrl212Z_AVhMy7b3t78iU1t5mZnxX6quFCYOEaVohjAvpmJvsox8RY-K-wR-u5oQ4kt7DXKC47-Hg0cEhUPC4_bWz0gyBcgMob3" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">crkennedyorchestra.ludus.com</a><br>$12 for adults<br>$8 for students K-12 and senior citizens<br>Got Family? Package - 6 tickets for $55</p><p>Tickets at the door are $15adults /$10 for students and seniors.</p><p>Can’t attend in person? Go to <a href="http://www.crkennedyorchestra.anywhereseat.com/?fbclid=IwAR2Iz6ZTTqPoDA-LjD4Q-iYIzikCUboO7rIHIsacgVCo7DVCrN5Frx_BaAo" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">www.crkennedyorchestra.anywhereseat.com</a> to view the show live from the comfort of your own home. For more information, contact Elizabeth Driskell at eldriskell@crschools.us or (319) 558-4289.</p> 2022-04-14 21:00:00 -0500

  5/20/22 2022-05-20 19:00:00 -0500

  7:00 p.m.

  John F. Kennedy High School

  Cedar Rapids

  8

• Home Staging 101

  <table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="64"><tbody><tr height="20"><td height="20" width="64">One of the best ways &nbsp;to sell your home fast is to stage it! Learn the basics of getting your home &nbsp;ready to sell and mistakes sellers should avoid.</td></tr></tbody></table> 2022-01-19 21:00:00 -0600

  6/08/22 2022-06-08 18:00:00 -0500

  6:00 p.m.

  Kirkwood Linn County Regional Center

  Hiawatha

  25.0

• Save CR Heritage Spring Home & Garden Sale

  <p>Find unique planters, rustic garden decor, lawn ornaments, wood crates, windows to build a cold frame and much more for your gardens, along with vintage doors, sinks, ornate heat registers, wooden ladders and more for your home! The Save CR Heritage Spring Home &amp; Garden Sale is one day only, from 9-11 a.m. Saturday, May 21, at the J.E. Halvorson House, 606 Fifth Ave. SE, next to Kathy's Pies. Proceeds support the early-1900s J.E. Halvorson House. &nbsp;<br><br></p> 2022-05-01 11:00:00 -0500

  5/21/22 2022-05-21 09:00:00 -0500

  9:00 a.m.

  J.E. Halvorson House

  Cedar Rapids

  0

• Kalona Farmers Market

  <p>Take a moment to relax on Saturday mornings when you stroll through downtown Kalona. Our sidewalks line up with vendors selling handcrafted and homegrown items, right next door to antique stores, quilt shops, and general stores. While you shop, enjoy live music by a variety of artists, including Pennies on the Rail, Banjoy, and Blake Shaw.&nbsp;</p> 2022-04-20 12:00:00 -0500

  6/04/22 2022-06-04 09:00:00 -0500

  9:00 a.m.

  Kalona Area Chamber of Commerce`

  Kalona

  0.0 0

• Here Comes the Sun Story Time

  <p>Join us on the roof of the library for a family story time with songs and stories, followed by making sun catchers to enjoy at home. Families are encouraged to bring a blanket.</p> 2022-04-15 11:00:00 -0500

  6/11/22 2022-06-11 10:00:00 -0500

  10:00 a.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

  0.0 0

• Iowa Conservation Corps - Make A Rain Garden

  <p>This program is part of our summer reading, where we bring in guests to do activities and demonstrations. Learn how to make a rain garden! The Iowa Conservation Corps is going to help volunteers make a rain garden on library property from 6-8pm. Go home with the knowledge to make one of your own.</p> 2022-05-13 20:00:00 -0500

  6/29/22 2022-06-29 18:00:00 -0500

  6:00 p.m.

  Ely Public Library

  Ely

  0.0 0

• Play and Learn

  <p>Join us for a FREE interactive workshop that will explore how children learn through play! This workshop will include 60 minutes of child-directed free-play and a 30 minutes circle time including singing and dancing, a snack, and stories. Registration is required and transportation and interpretation available upon request.</p><p><br></p><p>Never underestimate the power of play! Play &amp; Learn of East Central Iowa is an organized play group for young children (0-5 years old) and the people who take care of them – parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, other family members and family friends.</p><p><br></p><p>Each group has a facilitator that plans and sets up activities for the children and their caregivers to play together. Facilitators help caregivers learn more about child development, how children learn through play and what caregivers can do at home to help the children in their care grow and learn.</p><p><br></p><p>**Register here:&nbsp;<a data-id="l-8197144161" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FPlayatEly%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1PsmYOgLwY4aety8hlCeL4peRHOltDzp_Y8wQZBTzymBrwDXO1BUBGsKs&h=AT0W6PphB9uglKQbeuWd5yCtns20o0qpjwF0BknEuPATJrcVVbRbooe0QF0G3AJRt9WWvFlgZ0M0-2Z_EQtpwjWacWSgUKp30IahL3R_hwdQ7qicz8D_VvDuTltpd_Lu3Q&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT3YSpcITMjSLiQFAHp_C16fYtv_WNS2z_IhmQ90AM12JtPFOWAxBbZiSD4XqyxfOdaH7_muxgft1WdiBOZuZExR46B6ZpLlqGMpJ_ctkapAaElWZkEz06VSdPwMCAIb4KypBcXRBSOoXQEMa9shXJKC9o-f4q-AbEkyXSwRyYapPxc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/PlayatEly</a></p> 2022-05-21 11:30:00 -0500

  5/21/22 2022-05-21 10:00:00 -0500

  10:00 a.m.

  Ely Public Library

  Ely

  0.0 0

• Play and Learn

  <p>Join us for a FREE interactive workshop that will explore how children learn through play! This workshop will include 60 minutes of child-directed free-play and a 30 minutes circle time including singing and dancing, a snack, and stories. Registration is required and transportation and interpretation available upon request.</p><p><br></p><p>Never underestimate the power of play! Play &amp; Learn of East Central Iowa is an organized play group for young children (0-5 years old) and the people who take care of them – parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, other family members and family friends.</p><p><br></p><p>Each group has a facilitator that plans and sets up activities for the children and their caregivers to play together. Facilitators help caregivers learn more about child development, how children learn through play and what caregivers can do at home to help the children in their care grow and learn.</p><p><br></p><p>**Register here:&nbsp;<a data-id="l-8197144161" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FPlayatEly%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1PsmYOgLwY4aety8hlCeL4peRHOltDzp_Y8wQZBTzymBrwDXO1BUBGsKs&h=AT0W6PphB9uglKQbeuWd5yCtns20o0qpjwF0BknEuPATJrcVVbRbooe0QF0G3AJRt9WWvFlgZ0M0-2Z_EQtpwjWacWSgUKp30IahL3R_hwdQ7qicz8D_VvDuTltpd_Lu3Q&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT3YSpcITMjSLiQFAHp_C16fYtv_WNS2z_IhmQ90AM12JtPFOWAxBbZiSD4XqyxfOdaH7_muxgft1WdiBOZuZExR46B6ZpLlqGMpJ_ctkapAaElWZkEz06VSdPwMCAIb4KypBcXRBSOoXQEMa9shXJKC9o-f4q-AbEkyXSwRyYapPxc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/PlayatEly</a></p> 2022-05-28 11:30:00 -0500

  5/28/22 2022-05-28 10:00:00 -0500

  10:00 a.m.

  Ely Public Library

  Ely

  0.0 0

• Play and Learn

  <p>Join us for a FREE interactive workshop that will explore how children learn through play! This workshop will include 60 minutes of child-directed free-play and a 30 minutes circle time including singing and dancing, a snack, and stories. Registration is required and transportation and interpretation available upon request.</p><p><br></p><p>Never underestimate the power of play! Play &amp; Learn of East Central Iowa is an organized play group for young children (0-5 years old) and the people who take care of them – parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, other family members and family friends.</p><p><br></p><p>Each group has a facilitator that plans and sets up activities for the children and their caregivers to play together. Facilitators help caregivers learn more about child development, how children learn through play and what caregivers can do at home to help the children in their care grow and learn.</p><p><br></p><p>**Register here:&nbsp;<a data-id="l-8197144161" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FPlayatEly%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1PsmYOgLwY4aety8hlCeL4peRHOltDzp_Y8wQZBTzymBrwDXO1BUBGsKs&h=AT0W6PphB9uglKQbeuWd5yCtns20o0qpjwF0BknEuPATJrcVVbRbooe0QF0G3AJRt9WWvFlgZ0M0-2Z_EQtpwjWacWSgUKp30IahL3R_hwdQ7qicz8D_VvDuTltpd_Lu3Q&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT3YSpcITMjSLiQFAHp_C16fYtv_WNS2z_IhmQ90AM12JtPFOWAxBbZiSD4XqyxfOdaH7_muxgft1WdiBOZuZExR46B6ZpLlqGMpJ_ctkapAaElWZkEz06VSdPwMCAIb4KypBcXRBSOoXQEMa9shXJKC9o-f4q-AbEkyXSwRyYapPxc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/PlayatEly</a></p> 2022-06-11 11:30:00 -0500

  6/11/22 2022-06-11 10:00:00 -0500

  10:00 a.m.

  Ely Public Library

  Ely

  0.0 0

• Play and Learn

  <p>Join us for a FREE interactive workshop that will explore how children learn through play! This workshop will include 60 minutes of child-directed free-play and a 30 minutes circle time including singing and dancing, a snack, and stories. Registration is required and transportation and interpretation available upon request.</p><p><br></p><p>Never underestimate the power of play! Play &amp; Learn of East Central Iowa is an organized play group for young children (0-5 years old) and the people who take care of them – parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, other family members and family friends.</p><p><br></p><p>Each group has a facilitator that plans and sets up activities for the children and their caregivers to play together. Facilitators help caregivers learn more about child development, how children learn through play and what caregivers can do at home to help the children in their care grow and learn.</p><p><br></p><p>**Register here:&nbsp;<a data-id="l-8197144161" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FPlayatEly%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1PsmYOgLwY4aety8hlCeL4peRHOltDzp_Y8wQZBTzymBrwDXO1BUBGsKs&h=AT0W6PphB9uglKQbeuWd5yCtns20o0qpjwF0BknEuPATJrcVVbRbooe0QF0G3AJRt9WWvFlgZ0M0-2Z_EQtpwjWacWSgUKp30IahL3R_hwdQ7qicz8D_VvDuTltpd_Lu3Q&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT3YSpcITMjSLiQFAHp_C16fYtv_WNS2z_IhmQ90AM12JtPFOWAxBbZiSD4XqyxfOdaH7_muxgft1WdiBOZuZExR46B6ZpLlqGMpJ_ctkapAaElWZkEz06VSdPwMCAIb4KypBcXRBSOoXQEMa9shXJKC9o-f4q-AbEkyXSwRyYapPxc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/PlayatEly</a></p> 2022-06-18 11:30:00 -0500

  6/18/22 2022-06-18 10:00:00 -0500

  10:00 a.m.

  Ely Public Library

  Ely

  0.0 0

• The Quarter Barrel - Astilbe - Cork N Canvas Iowa

  <p>May 19, 6pm&nbsp; &nbsp; Cork N Canvas Iowa, painting at The Quarter Barrel, $30 per person We will be painting the 16x20 painting at 6:00 pm (don't be late) check in at 5:30 pm <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fcork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR06bs8ayRQvsyb4hq5ByaLRGZr4U_Re22y5cAFbx_SgMZOWyrpW1V3C_cI&h=AT22abFzKUbT4vgxizyfAYbvHUVVyj7ZN4MBzLQTiVV6PXastckOk-l218dFsRGfHjXRYs1c50yi1JBon0_zIJ1j0mmabRzfwj0OXfSIAg-vo7huKQw_-dDTi5E-DYGDkQ&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT3GYfVc8m2R-F3m0Bm1POQcGEUBGrnfC9d5Sv5YyfyS2s4dlFO3j1rxhTq5300b0dem5decBCwu5KAgEzr1iLHh1A03RA7L_Tk51CyTS_GiqHqelHkf6NwoYjby16kHao_NVpkaFCT1M6-UoeS5s3kdkhNYF8Nrc9ynNm1FPFXqBH9UVw" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com/</a> Food and drink available for purchase, please no outside food/drink. All your supplies (canvas, paints, brushes and apron) are provided for you. Plus, no experience is necessary, just a thirst for creativity and the passion for a good time. Perfect for guys or girls! Sip, Paint, Repeat! Payment is required in advanced, due to the limited class size. Please note: Events are 18 and over only, events are for adults and will contain adult language and content. ***Cancellation policy: Cork N Canvas Iowa offers an art instruction and entertainment event that can be compared to a concert or theater event. We realize that unforeseen things happen, but we also would appreciate the time to offer the seat to others and fill the spot. Due to credit card fees, no refunds are issues, but you can move your ticket to another event 24-hours or more prior to your scheduled class. Due to the time it takes to prepare the class, NO store credit is given for last minute cancellations or no shows. Your ticket is fully transferable, however, and you may let someone of your own choosing use your ticket in your absence. Cancellations should be made by email only. If you need to cancel or move your reservation you must notify Cork n Canvas Iowa by email Cork.n.canvas.iowa@gmail.com 24 hours prior to the event, you are scheduled for in order to be eligible move into another class. In your email, please be sure to include; your name, location of the event, date of scheduled event, and date you wish to move to. *All cancellation issues must be resolved through email. * In the event of bad weather, snow day, ice, even floods, there is the chance that class could be canceled, please note you will receive an email, also the notice will be posted on Facebook, your tickets will be good for any upcoming non-sold out class.</p><p><a href="https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com/?fbclid=IwAR06bs8ayRQvsyb4hq5ByaLRGZr4U_Re22y5cAFbx_SgMZOWyrpW1V3C_cI" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com/</a></p><p>Amanda Happel&nbsp; Cork N Canvas Iowa &nbsp; 319-929-4300<br>Email: cork.n.canvas.iowa@gmail.com<br>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CorkNCanvasIowa/?__cft__[0]=AZWmWr87FWIojat4Wpm4APBjR_klePOyjkUKrH5jvt5TrU8rRg5yV2Zu_4sLg_2IjffMhDX2MKqwk6GxiXjhqwJtKj_yYCxY5I7QL7is_uS9BBFKwGRh3yKHwOPXm-I9b49Bk28Jro_JH8PBqVw7kzrYGqv7u5MXBK0EjdNA1o6Xcw&__tn__=q" tabindex="0">https://www.facebook.com/CorkNCanvasIowa</a><br>Website: <a href="http://www.corkncanvasiowa.com/?fbclid=IwAR3iKJX3cGorpPAOAiAogt3voHknpH75wLlAyXATaLtDBn0Wnxs_izNvhAc" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">www.CorknCanvasIowa.com</a></p>

  5/19/22 2022-05-19 18:00:00 -0500

  6:00 p.m.

  The Quarter Barrel Arcade & Brewery

  Cedar Rapids

  30.0

• The Local Grove Market

  <p>The Local Grove Market</p><p>July 31st 11:00am-5:00pm</p><p>at Ashton Hill Farm</p> 2022-03-14 17:00:00 -0500

  7/31/22 2022-07-31 11:00:00 -0500

  11:00 a.m.

  Ashton Hill Farm

  Cedar Rapids

  0.0 0

• Nurture Seeds and Soil

  <p>Despite what our rushed society implies, late fall is a time to slow down and prepare for a long, rejuvenating winter rest.</p><p><br></p><p>During this class, we will explore the best practices for putting our gardens to bed and how these gardening activities can be applied to our lives for mental, physical and spiritual well-being. Seed-saving, weeding, mulching and cover-cropping will be practiced through fun, hands-on activities.</p><p><br></p><p>Organic methods will be learned; no synthetic pesticides or fertilizers will be discussed.</p><p><br></p><p>You are invited no matter your level of gardening experience. All are welcome.</p><p><br></p><p>Yummy snacks generously provided by New Pioneer Co-op.</p><p><br></p><p>CAN YOU LEAVE A LITTLE EARLY?</p><p>We realize the class may be a little late in the day. &nbsp;The first hour covers core concepts and the last half hour is hands-on practice. Please feel free to leave after the first hour if you need to get home.</p><p><br></p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>Clothes you don’t mind getting a little dirty</li><li>Gloves and a hat (optional)</li></ul><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $25 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p><br></p><p>This class is a part of a 4-class series.&nbsp;There is a<strong>&nbsp;20% discount</strong> for registering for the series. (See separate Series: Grow Magical Garden Memories registration.)</p><p><br></p><p>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></ul><p>INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</p><p>We need a minimum of 10 attendees to host the class. Please invite friends and family to ensure the event happens as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.</p><p><br></p><p>EDUCATOR</p><p>Taught by Fred Meyer, permaculture designer, Master Gardener and Grandma’s gardening apprentice. Fred’s years of gardening and garden design experience will help answer your questions about specific challenges and opportunities in your garden.</p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>We meet at the Edible Classroom on the south side of the Robert A. Lee Community Center, 220 South Gilbert Street, Iowa City.</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> 2022-04-18 19:30:00 -0500

  10/12/22 2022-10-12 18:00:00 -0500

  6:00 p.m.

  Backyard Abundance

  Iowa City

  0.0 0

• 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. &nbsp;You will feel confident recreating these pieces of art for years to come!&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>This series includes these 3 classes:</p><ul><li>&nbsp;July 23: Folk Prints: Printing with Sunlight- Create ethereal images out of natural found items, to share or keep for yourself.&nbsp;</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&nbsp;</li></ul><p>THINGS TO BRING&nbsp;</p><ul><li>Standard attire and sun protection for hands-on outdoor learning: hat, jeans, sunscreen.&nbsp;</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.&nbsp;<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. &nbsp;When she isn't playing with forest found items, she is a practicing ecotherapist and death doula.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>Local Parks around the Iowa City area.&nbsp;</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

  7/23/22 2022-07-23 11:55:00 -0500

  11:55 a.m.

  Hubbard Park

  Iowa City

  60

• Wild Hogs Saloon-5 Foot Gnome Sign-Cork N Canvas Iowa

  <p>Brand NEW Project 5 foot Porch Winter Welcome Sign at Wild Hogs Saloon &amp; Eatery, in Walford, Iowa, about 15 min from Cedar Rapids at 6:00 pm, Space is limited, $50 per person ($25 if you are bringing your board back from a previous&nbsp;<a href="https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com/wild-hogs-5-foot-sign-gnome-may-26/?fbclid=IwAR3JgIHVTQnCxXTxtXmRdPHNzzAg8KEEL65ih7vwOLh7GYnwUYcwls_YXQ0" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com/wild-hogs-5.../</a><br>Cork N Canvas Iowa classes are for adults, 21+, please only 1 painter per ticket. All your supplies are provided for you. Plus, no experience is necessary, just a thirst for creativity and the passion for a good time. Class lasts about 1 to 2 hrs. Food &amp; drink available at additional cost, Please no outside food or beverage. *** Cancellation policy: Cork N Canvas Iowa offers an art instruction and entertainment event that can be compared to a concert or theater event. We realize that unforeseen things happen, but we also would appreciate the time to offer the seat to others and fill the spot. Due to credit card fees, no refunds are issues, but you can move your ticket to another event 24-hours or more prior to your scheduled class. Due to the time it takes to prepare the class, NO store credit is given for last minute cancellations or no shows. Your ticket is fully transferable, however, and you may let someone of your own choosing use your ticket in your absence. Cancellations should be made by email only. If you need to cancel or move your reservation you must notify Cork n Canvas Iowa by email Cork.n.canvas.iowa@gmail.com 24 hours prior to the event, you are scheduled for in order to be eligible move into another class. In your email, please be sure to include; your name, location of the event, date of scheduled event, and date you wish to move to. *Please All cancellations issues must be resolved through email. * In the event of a class canceled: bad weather, snow day, ice, even floods, if there is the chance that class could be canceled, please note you will receive an email, also the notice will be posted on Facebook, your tickets will be good for any upcoming non-sold out class.</p><p><a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fcork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com%2Fwild-hogs-5-foot-sign-gnome-may-26%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1EH32gkyw1QgcmrSO41rh4xnnM3yokXU6zT7elXWBLOaLq94QTLrH57ck&h=AT3ftumNFeLue-O1jIDP8hkcfu0wEEsJ459hNlA5hPb4oUcI4MU0oAMB_uPGtcXCJkIeGy_bli3hhhG4WC5loRe6HN4FXz62dA46llsS1i3AnZHnOGDN8dILXwR2Hv4Z5g&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT3vaQ0s0Vd5-rZvMfHDRGT8RTG_kiflLj_-QB-wK2vZGRiCM6qetAdZ581ZaB38YZtKqqgNxO22ZkC-Afvg0N--1ASvExuknBesfcrgMtFtGPcDhC3assegLeMYkynkgUYsK6vXDS2n3I_6kjSBIGTakU8fil-zWLPZP8dYidaXjl60uQ" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com/wild-hogs-5.../</a></p><p>Amanda Happel<br>Cork N Canvas Iowa<br>319-929-4300&nbsp; Email: cork.n.canvas.iowa@gmail.com<br>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CorkNCanvasIowa/?__cft__[0]=AZXiQtrslMgx-fPGs8x5EfGZa9DikNviMo8BwAudbkH3atYteSyKiaHteFusFMFO8jou7u0AMntsM1UYfbIJhZtaCJ8NduutwJXWIeIhz_74vQBXvAsueLP9nYV1g8KVP2dD3JiuO1yXuTRo1xFwd9nPrO39pVOdM-J253ivry2GwA&__tn__=q" tabindex="0">https://www.facebook.com/CorkNCanvasIowa</a><br>Website: <a href="http://www.corkncanvasiowa.com/?fbclid=IwAR1JAnzADEz5nfQdbovLehN39zWQqnV0MFVk892ilQJGQuAOiOqaLgwit2g" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">www.CorknCanvasIowa.com</a></p>

  5/26/22 2022-05-26 18:00:00 -0500

  6:00 p.m.

  Wild Hogs Saloon & Eatery

  Walford

  50.0

• Irresistible Plant Tricks

  <h2 data-hook="about"><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">About the Event</span></strong></h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>Which plants must grow in your yard? Do you often encounter a plant that, for some unexplainable reason, makes you always pause and ponder it for a while?</p><p>In <a href="https://bookshop.org/shop/backyardabundance" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank"><em>The Botany of Desire</em></a>, Michael Pollan describes how the allure of certain plants causes us to fall in love with them. During this class, we will learn the physical and magical ways plants entice us to help them thrive. We will take this knowing into our gardens and parks to understand how we can better care for our plant friends, but more importantly, how they can care for us.</p><p>You are invited no matter your level of gardening experience. All are welcome.</p><p>Yummy snacks generously provided by New Pioneer Co-op.</p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">CAN YOU LEAVE A LITTLE EARLY?</span></strong></p><p>We realize the class may be a little late in the day. &nbsp;The first hour covers core concepts and the last half hour is hands-on practice. Please feel free to leave after the first hour if you need to get home.</p><p><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong>THINGS TO BRING</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Clothes you don’t mind getting a little dirty.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">A notebook and a pen/pencil for writing and drawing.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Gloves and a hat (optional).</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">A cup for tea (optional).</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">A list of plants that you love (optional).</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">REGISTRATION</span></strong></p><p>Sliding scale fee: $25 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p>This class is a part of a 4-class series. There is a<strong>&nbsp;20% discount</strong> for registering for the series. (See separate Series: Grow Magical Garden Memories registration).</p><p>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"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Learn about Backyard Abundance membership</span></a><span style="font-size: 14px;">.</span></li></ul><p>INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</p><p>We need a minimum of 10 attendees to host the class. Please invite friends and family to ensure the event happens as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.</p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">EDUCATOR</span></strong></p><p>Taught by Fred Meyer, permaculture designer, Master Gardener and Grandma’s gardening apprentice. Fred’s years of gardening and garden design experience will help answer your questions about specific challenges and opportunities in your garden.</p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">LOCATION</span></strong></p><p>We meet at the Edible Classroom on the south side of the Robert A. Lee Community Center, 220 South Gilbert Street, Iowa City.</p><p><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong>COVID-19</strong></span></p><p>The event is held outside. Masks are optional. We will try to maintain 6' distancing.</p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">SPONSORS AND PARTNERS</span></strong></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"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Johnson County Community Foundation</span></a></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;"><a href="https://rahuntfdn.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Roy A. Hunt Foundation</a></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;"><a href="https://www.icgov.org/?id=1082" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department</a></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;"><a href="https://100grannies.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">100 Grannies</a></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;"><a href="https://www.earlmay.com/locations/iowa-city-iowa" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Earl May Garden Center</a></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;"><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></span></li><li><a href="https://www.newpi.coop/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 14px;">New Pioneer Food Co-op</span></a></li></ul></div></div> 2022-04-15 19:30:00 -0500

  7/13/22 2022-07-13 18:00:00 -0500

  6:00 p.m.

  Edible Classroom

  Iowa City

  25

• BIT Brewery -Big Flower- Cork N Canvas Iowa

  <p>PICK YOUR FLOWER COLORS!&nbsp; &nbsp;Join us <strong>Sunday 2:00 pm May 22, </strong>Get your tickets today! Cork N Canvas Iowa, painting at the BIT Brewery, in Central City. Paint, Drink, Repeat! Space is limited purchase tickets online, <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fcork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3HH_cP7buSg2s_3KnwD3St0GSI_rMujgZBZa9c0O3rsxKjT6bTz70ggdw&h=AT3hN4WXhztoCdQKsvPdv4Fzy0ok16xHXem0cat8BE0jOfGQAysWl4H0etIIc8emh896yW1zv-dhmJfKHQ5qKc1vJr6PVj-AGxzHt_fXjUyLL18hpwYcShBFfLlNZscxew&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT0mgqKQqsXiWmEs8aVgliPcaYRZORXqWDsHqU5HCUkt6gKGcHqIafnoIjoXDDg83Oa4bFTrb3wPCwuaUxGN1X9jI0xWaAZ32B5MA4E0xo_viDX8XYx8uDQYjgWMp6CCWkmln9cWvNMggwg2xsmZTP6oX399Sy-raR8BMUr3-QHRW2gVfg" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com/</a> Many people find our classes therapeutic and convenient way to tap back into their creative side. By the end of the night, you will be amazed at the artwork you have created on a 16x20 canvas! Food and Drink are additional, please no outside food or drink. Class is at 2:00pm on Sunday. (don't be late) Classes are limited in size, please make sure to buy your ticket to make sure you have a spot. Please note: Events are 18 and over only, events are for adults and will contain adult language and content. ***Cancellation policy: Cork N Canvas Iowa offers an art instruction and entertainment event that can be compared to a concert or theater event. We realize that unforeseen things happen, but we also would appreciate the time to offer the seat to others and fill the spot. Due to credit card fees, no refunds are issues, but you can move your ticket to another event 24-hours or more prior to your scheduled class. Due to the time it takes to prepare the class, NO store credit is given for last minute cancellations or no shows. Your ticket is fully transferable, however, and you may let someone of your own choosing use your ticket in your absence. Cancellations should be made by email only. If you need to cancel or move your reservation you must notify Cork n Canvas Iowa by email Cork.n.canvas.iowa@gmail.com 24 hours prior to the event, you are scheduled for in order to be eligible move into another class. In your email, please be sure to include; your name, location of the event, date of scheduled event, and date you wish to move to. *All cancelation issues must be resolved through email. * In the event of bad weather, snow day, ice, even floods, there is the chance that class could be canceled, please note you will receive an email, also the notice will be posted on Facebook, your tickets will be good for any upcoming non-sold out class. ****<br>*Please note the event/instruction lasts about 2 hours, depending on the painting and number of people attending. We schedule all of our events for 3 hours in case of a longer painting, but it is not guaranteed to last the full 3 hours.</p><p><a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fcork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR00lNpHHtO_PtokHuXATygFsCuH3ixiv6sDkPw6-bU5tt0nJvbuz3gFnpo&h=AT3hN4WXhztoCdQKsvPdv4Fzy0ok16xHXem0cat8BE0jOfGQAysWl4H0etIIc8emh896yW1zv-dhmJfKHQ5qKc1vJr6PVj-AGxzHt_fXjUyLL18hpwYcShBFfLlNZscxew&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT0mgqKQqsXiWmEs8aVgliPcaYRZORXqWDsHqU5HCUkt6gKGcHqIafnoIjoXDDg83Oa4bFTrb3wPCwuaUxGN1X9jI0xWaAZ32B5MA4E0xo_viDX8XYx8uDQYjgWMp6CCWkmln9cWvNMggwg2xsmZTP6oX399Sy-raR8BMUr3-QHRW2gVfg" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com/</a></p><p>Any questions:<br>Amanda Happel&nbsp; Cork N Canvas Iowa 319-929-4300<br>Email: cork.n.canvas.iowa@gmail.com website: <a href="http://www.corkncanvasiowa.com/?fbclid=IwAR1KL243fyshSGHL0kP3lhsPiAEO4S4pxqM2uRZ6Im6dSzpZk5RPSC5KGIg" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">www.corkncanvasiowa.com</a></p>

  5/22/22 2022-05-22 14:00:00 -0500

  2:00 p.m.

  BIT Brewery

  Central City

  30.0

• Chris Knight Live at the First Avenue Club in Iowa City

  <p>The First Avenue Club welcomes back Chris Knight for an intimate acoustic performance on Saturday, October 8th. General Admission tickets (seats at a table with other guests) are $25. Reserved Tables are available. BBQ dinner (Pulled Pork or Pulled Chicken with Potato Salad and Cole Slaw) is available for $13/person and must be ordered with tickets. Doors for Dinner: 6:30pm. Doors for Non-Dinner guests: 7pm. Show is at 8pm.</p><p>Front Row Tables: SOLD OUT</p><p>Table for 4 with tickets: $100</p><p>Table for 6 with tickets: $150</p><p>Table for 8 with tickets: $200</p><p>General Admission (will be seated at table with other guests) : $25</p><p>BBQ Dinner: $13 &nbsp;(must be purchased at same time as tickets)</p><p>https://first-avenue-club.square.site/product/chris-knight/313?cs=true&amp;cst=custom</p><p>“It’s hard to know how people are gonna react,” Chris Knight says of Almost Daylight, his ninth album and first new recording in over seven years. “I’ve written songs about a lot of different things going all the way back to my first record, and some folks still think ‘somebody kills somebody’ is all I write about. Maybe that’s why I was bound and determined to get these particular songs on this album. If people like them, then we’ll be fine. But I wasn’t gonna do it any other way.”</p><p>For the past 20 years, Chris Knight has only made music his own way. He’s released eight acclaimed albums, played thousands of electrifying live shows and built generations of fervent fans from Texas honky-tonks to Manhattan rock clubs. He’s been hailed as “the last of a dying breed…a taciturn loner with an acoustic guitar and a college degree” (The New York Times) and “a storyteller in the best traditions of Mellencamp and Springsteen” (USA Today). Bottom line, he’s hard-earned his reputation as one of America’s most uncompromising and respected singer/songwriters. And now with Almost Daylight, Knight delivers the most powerful – and unexpected – music of his career.</p><p>Almost Daylight is very much a Chris Knight album, familiarly featuring vivid pictures of rural characters, desperate men and hardscrabble survivors. At the same time it’s unlike anything Knight has done before, with formidable testaments to compassion, redemption and even straight-up love. It’s an album both tough and tender, as bare-knuckled as it is open-hearted. “I do think there’s a cohesiveness to this album,” Knight explains in his thick Kentucky rasp. “The title is key, I suppose. Through all these songs, you could find a theme about seeking shelter.”</p><p>Produced, mixed and mastered by Grammy-winner Ray Kennedy – best-known for his 30+ year creative partnership with Steve Earle as well as producing Chris’ Enough Rope (2006), Trailer II (2009) and Little Victories (2012) albums – Almost Daylight also sounds like no other Knight record, with scorching guitars by Georgia Satellites founder and two-time Knight album producer Dan Baird, rich background vocals by Chris Clark, Siobhan Kennedy and Lee Ann Womack, and deeper instrumentation than ever before. “Chris had been playing some of these songs on the road and started developing ideas before we got to the studio,” Kennedy says. “He and I talked about keeping the Appalachian factor with banjo, fiddle, harmonica and mandolin where it felt right. It was significant that Dan was involved, as he’s the man who can play guitar with the right feeling for Chris. The background vocals really brought the fire, and this lead to ideas for piano, Hammond B-3, accordion and Wurlitzer electric piano. Everything evolved from the performance of each song and I let the songs dictate what they needed in order to evolve into an album.”</p><p>“I was determined not to do any acoustic songs on this album,” Chris explains. “I wanted it all to sound edgy and raw, but to feel big at the same time. We kept trying different approaches until I felt we landed on what worked. The thing is, some of my songs might take a year of writing before I even think they’re ready for recording and I fretted about every one of these. I’ve never put a cover song on any of my records before, but there are two covers on this one. And I think it all fits together pretty good.”</p><p>The album opens with “I’m William Callahan”, a defiant roar fueled by equal parts pride, memories and searing guitar. “Crooked Mile” is classic Knight, a piercing take on outsiders bound by love, while the poignant “Send It On Down” is a plaintive plea for salvation. There are tales of small-town despair (“I Won’t Look Back”), ominous rural menace (“Trouble Up Ahead”) and melancholic break-ups (“Everybody’s Lonely Now”). Chris’ cover of Johnny Cash’s “Flesh And Blood” – which originally appeared on the Dualtone 2002 tribute album Dressed In Black – is a poignant interpretation of Cash’s ode to devotion. The plainspoken positivity of “Go On” is one of Knight’s most life-affirming songs, while “The Damn Truth” is a ferociously clear-eyed look at our current cultural divide. The title track might be the most unexpected Knight song of all, an unapologetic paean to the power of love. “That’s probably my favorite song on the album,” Chris says, “because it’s closest to the truth.” He then quickly adds with a laugh, “I’m killin’ people with love now.” The album closes with yet another surprise; a joyfully raucous duet between Knight and longtime fan John Prine on Prine’s 1973 classic “Mexican Home”. “I love that song, but it took me 15 years to find a way to do it,” Knight says. “I kept playing around, changing the vocal key and finally landed on the spot. I’ve been singing it my kitchen table for the last few years, and when we were down to the last song, I knew this should be it.”</p><p>With the release of Almost Daylight, this native son of Slaughters, Kentucky (population 238) is eager to get back on the road and perform these songs for the faithful. Meanwhile, the singer/songwriter who was originally inspired by the likes of Prine and Earle now finds himself influencing a new generation of artists who revere Knight’s idiosyncratic talent and attitude. “There’s all kinds of different ways to make music, but this is the way I chose to do it,” Chris says. “If I don’t have something worth saying I’m not opening my mouth, which is probably why I took seven years to make this album.” And for an artist who has always defied expectations, Chris Knight’s next chapter indeed feels like the dawn of a new day. “I haven’t suited everybody, but every time I get a new fan it tells me I’m doing something right,” he says. “I think my previous records have set a precedent, if only for me at the very least. I just want people to think this one stands up to everything else I’ve done.”</p><p><br></p> 2022-05-06 23:00:00 -0500

  10/08/22 2022-10-08 19:00:00 -0500

  7:00 p.m.

  First Avenue Club

  Iowa City

  25

• The Bellamy Brothers Live at the First Avenue Club in Iowa City

  <p>The First Avenue Club welcomes back the Bellamy Brothers with special guests Boot Jack Duo on Saturday, October 22, 2022. TABLE OPTIONS: Reserved Table for 4 with tickets $185. Reserved Table for 6 with tickets $270. Reserved Table for 8 with Tickets $350. General Admission Ticket with Seat at a Table (seated with other patrons) $40. Reserved table patrons must have at least one person check in at 7pm to get their table assignment. Standing General Admission Tickets: $25. Doors are 7pm. The show starts at 8pm. This is an all-ages show,</p><p>Tickets: <a href="https://first-avenue-club.square.site/product/the-bellamy-brothers/190?cs=true&cst=custom">https://first-avenue-club.square.site/product/the-bellamy-brothers/190?cs=true&amp;cst=custom</a></p><p>Howard and David continue to prove that the trail they’ve ridden to fame has been as unique as their music itself—music that is now celebrating over 40 years of success. The road that started on the pop music charts in the ‘70’s, took a winding turn into country music in the ‘80’s, paving the way for duos to come, such as Brooks &amp; Dunn, Montgomery Gentry, Big &amp; Rich and previously—The Judds. But before the road forked into country, the musical odyssey of brothers Bellamy started creatively smoldering in their home state of Florida, before exploding nationally amidst the ’70’s pop music culture of L.A. The brothers first official gig was in 1968, playing a free show with their father at the Rattlesnake Roundup in San Antonio, Florida. They honed their early skills playing Black clubs throughout the south, and singing backup for artists such as Percy Sledge, Eddie Floyd and Little Anthony &amp; The Imperials. Within a few months, the brothers moved north, immersing themselves and their rock/country sound in the Atlanta market, where the Allman Brothers were the emerging kings of the music world. With the dawning of the Age of Aquarius on the horizon, and America embroiled in a smoke haze of drugs, civil unrest and an unpopular war, The Bellamy’s music picked-up the hard driving edge that bespoke the times. Songwriting had become David Bellamy’s drug of choice during the long road gigs he and Howard were regularly pulling bodies and equipment to and from. It was his songwriting that was posed to soon provide the duo a national breakout. The break came in the form of the hit, “Spiders &amp; Snakes,” written by David and recorded by Jim Stafford. The song became a smash, eventually selling more than three million units worldwide. It became the catapult that rocketed the brothers onto the L.A. music scene. Young and impressionable, Howard and David fell into the musical circle of the greats of the day: Bob Dylan, James Taylor and Van Morrison, as well as West Coast based country rockers like Poco and the Byrds. It was a creative shoe that fit. Now known by their music and the company they were keeping, The Bellamy’s officially lifted off the launch pad in 1976 when their single, “Let Your Love Flow,” became an instant smash in both the U.S. and Europe. It stayed on the international charts long enough to build a huge international fan base for the hip young brothers that endures to this day. In Germany alone it perched at No. 1 for more than two months. The love was indeed flowing as The Bellamy’s jammed for audiences on their sold-out concerts and shared stages with the likes of Loggins &amp; Messina, the Doobie Brothers and the Beach Boys with their patented blend of rock/country music. True to their musical roots, their style and their songwriting was moving steadily more towards their raising. By the late ‘70’s The Bellamy’s were emerging on the country charts with another bona fide smash. “If I Said You Had A Beautiful Body (Would You Hold It Against Me),” originally scrawled on a dinner napkin by David, rocketed them to the top of the country charts the way “Let Your Love Flow,” had done in the pop market just a few years earlier. It proved to be the first of a string of fourteen No. 1 singles in the U.S. alone. Success followed success: “Dancing Cowboys,” “Sugar Daddy,” “You Ain’t Just Whistlin’ Dixie,” “Lovers Live Longer,” “Do You Love As Good As You Look,” “Redneck Girl,” “For All The Wrong Reasons,” “I Love Her Mind,” “I Need More Of You,” “Old Hippie,” “Too Much Is Not Enough,” “Kids Of The Baby Boom,” “Reggae Cowboy” and “Crazy From The Heart,”…all have lined the corridors of the Bellamy’s musical history and their walls with platinum and gold. Along the way, Howard and David created a patent on the newly cool “duo” category in country music. In the era of the 2000’s, The Bellamy Brothers hold the record in both the Academy of Country Music (ACM) and the Country Music Association Awards (CMA) for the most duo nominations. Numerous GRAMMY nods have also been directed toward the brothers. Internationally, the story has been the same—though the titles may be different. The Bellamy’s have released more than two-dozen hit songs outside the U.S. that were never released here. With a sharp eye on the songwriting skills that have been the bedrock of their success, Howard and David concur that their career is unique in their international finesse for matching their songs to the market. “For the international releases, you have to have a strong melody,” notes David. “The lyric is very important, but internationally the melody is something fans can lock into, even if they can’t understand the lyrics.” Howard and David continue to perform and film TV specials in Europe and around the world. These days when the subject turns to touring, The Bellamy’s are showing a new generation of country music how it’s done. Country superstar Blake Shelton has helped introduce a new era of fans to the hits of The Bellamy Brothers during his annual Friends and Heroes Tour, where they continue to captivate arena audiences around the country. “We’re old road dogs,” grins Howard when asked about the motivation behind the brothers 200 plus concert dates each year. Adds David: “Our live draw is bigger than it was in the ‘80’s. I think the same people that grew up with us and with our music in the ‘60’s and ‘70’s obviously have raised a whole new generation of Bellamy fans who started toddling to our music. Now they’re turning up at our concerts as college kids, who are really turned on and tuned in to us and our music...it’s a great feeling.” On the infrequent off days from the road, Howard and David head the bus back to their 150-acre family ranch in Darby, Florida just north of Tampa. A working ranch, the spread consists of Purebred Brahman Cattle and quarter horses. The Bellamy’s are opening up their lives to television audiences with their hit reality show “Honky Tonk Ranch.” Each episode of “Honky Tonk Ranch” enthralls viewers with the unpredictable misadventures of the Bellamy’s attempting to balance their globe-trotting touring schedule while also running their sprawling family ranch in south Florida. The show was originally broadcast on “The Cowboy Channel” (a subsidy of RFD-TV) and streamed around the world. Season two of “Honky Tonk Ranch” airs now on Thursday evenings at 8:30 p.m. ET on the Circle Network and will also be available for worldwide streaming in the very near future. The Bellamy Brothers celebrated their 40th anniversary with the release of a two-CD collection, 40 years, an ambitious project containing 20 of their biggest hits and 20 brand-new songs. In 2019, the Bellamy’s released Over the Moon as well as their first book Let Your Love Flow – the Life and Times of The Bellamy Brothers. The book is about two Florida cowboys who journeyed from country poverty to worldwide musical stardom because they had the talent and because it never occurred to them, they couldn’t make it. Their most recent project, Bucket List, debuted in July of 2020 with “Rednecks (Lookin’ for Paychecks),” a timely take on the current situation, leading the EP. Bucket List also includes “No Country Music For Old Men,” a collaboration with longtime friend John Anderson inspired by the loss of Kenny Rogers, and more light-hearted songs like “Lay Low, Stay High,” which ties into Howard and David’s recent partnership with the Florida-based medical marijuana company, Trulieve, on their flower product line Old Hippie Stash.</p> 2022-02-01 23:00:00 -0600

  10/22/22 2022-10-22 19:00:00 -0500

  7:00 p.m.

  First Avenue Club

  Iowa City

  25

• Walhburgers at Edgewood Rd Hy-Vee- Butterfly -Cork N Canvas Iowa

  <p>Eat Local, Drink Local &amp; Paint Local. $30 per person for a Large16x20inch canvas &amp; all your supplies at Walhburgers Edgewood Rd Hy-Vee (5050 Edgewood Rd NE Cedar Rapids, IA, IA 52411) Date Night or Girls night out, come with your friends or come and make new friends!&nbsp;<a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fcork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0Q1ka-u1V498bQi-WVuxRBYlGuD3JLpiabt_LPuje4zDbUGQPhVdY_8wk&h=AT0NCiFvYbHw25I1KxL1SEQJtTdSxAdnsH4UODZTKZCw2Ix8Q5xxzwhnWsZY-GYj5WN5kCbKjGvqdAqy2DKAXSAe5drWA69DY1ukNY8ONNP0t3dZBu1qda0jjzaKEEc9CA&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT0NapE_xpZUpPL-dvAOGAnKObe9u28YoQ7en68II8LZQ81e2yKSccP4dG5NtRNBIm9tQKHh9HlWY8Jy34q7YTMthgbsZ32Ro2rbuu0ISslOuOz9Nnt8pEZEqRmVWDKQv7DVnxJqYX0POsvAy_yCOq--xf6CBEOmICEn8-CniLvr46HRTg" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com/</a><br>Classes are limited in size, please make sure to buy your ticket to make sure you have a spot. Painting starts at 6pm Pop in early to have dinner! All your supplies (canvas, paints, brushes and apron) are provided for you. Plus, no experience is necessary, just a thirst for creativity and the passion for a good time. By the end of the night, you will be amazed at the artwork you have created on a 16x20 canvas! Classes are 2 to 3 hrs long. Paint, Drink, Repeat! Many people find our classes therapeutic and convenient way to tap back into their creative side. These classes are perfect for beginners, so grab your friends, coworkers, plan a unique date night, or fly solo and meet some creative people. Reminder your email is your ticket, keep it handy! Please note: Events are 18 and over only, events are for adults and will contain adult language and content. Cancellation policy: Cork N Canvas Iowa offers an art instruction and entertainment event that can be compared to a concert or theater event. We realize that unforeseen things happen, but we also would appreciate the time to offer the seat to others and fill the spot. Due to credit card fees, no refunds are issues, but you can move your ticket to another event 24-hours or more prior to your scheduled class . Due to the time it takes to prepare the class, NO store credit is given for last minute cancellations or no shows. Your ticket is fully transferable, however, and you may let someone of your own choosing use your ticket in your absence. Cancellations should be made by email only. If you need to cancel or move your reservation you must notify Cork n Canvas Iowa by email Cork.n.canvas.iowa@gmail.com 24 hours prior to the event you are scheduled for in order to be eligible move into another class. In your email, please be sure to include; your name, location of the event, date of scheduled event, and date you wish to move to. *All cancellation issues must be resolved through email.*</p><p><a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fcork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3H36xxycgqfiwsjG1pj1WFwBe7NGXJDeqn3r3U5c5-8RB_ePDlEPeO7z4&h=AT0NCiFvYbHw25I1KxL1SEQJtTdSxAdnsH4UODZTKZCw2Ix8Q5xxzwhnWsZY-GYj5WN5kCbKjGvqdAqy2DKAXSAe5drWA69DY1ukNY8ONNP0t3dZBu1qda0jjzaKEEc9CA&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT0NapE_xpZUpPL-dvAOGAnKObe9u28YoQ7en68II8LZQ81e2yKSccP4dG5NtRNBIm9tQKHh9HlWY8Jy34q7YTMthgbsZ32Ro2rbuu0ISslOuOz9Nnt8pEZEqRmVWDKQv7DVnxJqYX0POsvAy_yCOq--xf6CBEOmICEn8-CniLvr46HRTg" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com/</a></p><p>Amanda Happel, Cork N Canvas Iowa Mobile Painting Studio 319-929-4300 - Office Hours: 10 am - 4 pm Book an upcoming event Facebook:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.facebook.com/CorkNCanvasIowa/?__cft__[0]=AZVnlt2LnnH-B1_eV5NkCcM1t8-QuAmvXfbXJqESyek8l-CEgDs262j9EFF-wXQwhOirAh14XrIMhlnoskaobUyHcugzw9xkQkKl8Cy2hZLu0aQN4_G2zQzPG9Ba5jFr88561-BUuJRZ3zfOXJvM329UCZdBXuYFyoccTusN2jY90w&__tn__=q" tabindex="0">https://www.facebook.com/CorkNCanvasIowa</a> Website: www.CorknCanvasIowa.comLocally Owned Eastern Iowa Company since 201</p>

  5/25/22 2022-05-25 18:00:00 -0500

  6:00 p.m.

  Edgewood Rd Hy-Vee

  Cedar Rapids

  30.0