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Dogs4Dystonia Hope on a Leash Dog Walk
<p>Come join us rain or shine, with or without your canine friend for our annual Dogs4Dystonia Dog Walk at Thomas Park, 343 Marion Blvd, Marion IA. We will walk to find a cure for all types of dystonia, while having a really nice time at the event!</p><p>Our event includes a fun walk around the park and return for canine demonstrations that includes Flyball, Agility, Nosework/Scentwork, Search & Rescue and Rally-O! We will have DJ, food, vendors, Raffle, Silent Auction, pet and event photographer and a SUPER HERO dog themed costume contest that has categories for best group, best costume and best dog/owner combination.</p><p>Cost: $20/person and $10/child 10 and under</p><p>Register BEFORE August 7, 2019 to receive your goodie bag and event t-shirt at the event!</p><p>To pre-register, you can go online: www.dystonia-foundation.org/dogs4dystonia-iowa. We <strong><u>DO ACCEPT</u></strong> <strong><u>ONSITE</u></strong> registration the <strong><u>DAY OF</u></strong> the event!</p> 2019-05-21 12:00:00 -0500
8/24/198:30 a.m.Thomas ParkMarion -
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Advance Health Care Planning Workshop
<p>Fee: none. Registration required.</p><p>Membership Not Required</p><p>Thursday, 7/25</p><p>10 AM - 12 PM in room 208</p><p>Presenter: Emily Edrington</p><p>What if you had an injury or illness that left</p><p>you unable to communicate? Would your</p><p>family or friends know what kind of medical</p><p>treatment you would want? The Senior</p><p>Center will offer a 2-hour workshop to</p><p>prepare individuals to complete an advance</p><p>directive document using the Honoring</p><p>Your Wishes health care directive, a legal</p><p>document in the state of Iowa. In addition,</p><p>this workshop will present:</p><p>Tips to start conversations about what is</p><p>important to you</p><p>Considerations for choosing a health care</p><p>agent (surrogate decision maker)</p><p>Advance care planning resources available</p><p>to you in the community</p> 2019-04-29 12:00:00 -05007/25/1910:00 a.m.The CenterIowa City -
Welcome to Medicare
<p>Fee: none. Registration required.</p><p>Membership Not Required</p><p>Thursday, 5/30</p><p>6 - 8:15 PM in room 202</p><p>Saturday, 6/29</p><p>10 AM - 12:15 PM in room 202</p><p>Saturday, 7/27</p><p>10 AM - 12:15 PM in room 202</p><p>Thursday, 8/29</p><p>6 PM - 8:15 PM in room 202</p><p>Presenters: SHIIP Counselors</p><p>Will you be eligible for Medicare in the near</p><p>future? Have you been on Medicare for a</p><p>while and want to better understand what it</p><p>offers? Do you help a family member with</p><p>Medicare issues? This two-hour seminar, <br>offered by The Center’s SHIIP counselors, will <br>cover Medicare Part A and Part B benefits, the <br>prescription drug benefit (Part D), Medicare <br>Advantage plans, and Medicare supplement <br>insurance. <br>SHIIP, the Senior Health Insurance Information <br>Program, is a service of the State of Iowa. SHIIP <br>counselors are trained by the state and do not sell <br>or promote any insurance companies, policies, or <br>agents. The Center is a local sponsor for SHIIP in <br>Johnson County.</p> 2019-04-29 12:15:00 -0500
7/27/1910:00 a.m.The CenterIowa City -
Barn Dance
<p>Fee: Sliding scale $5-$15; pay what you can</p><p>at the door. No registration.</p><p>Membership Not Required</p><p>Saturdays, 5/25, 6/29, 8/24</p><p>7:30 - 10:30 PM in the Assembly Room</p><p>Everyone is welcome to the Barn Dance! Fun</p><p>for all ages and abilities. No experience is</p><p>necessary as all dances are taught and called.</p><p>There’s no fancy footwork involved, you</p><p>simply walk through a series of movements</p><p>that you’ll learn quickly with help from the</p><p>caller and experienced dancers. Even if you</p><p>don’t want to dance, come enjoy the old time</p><p>music, provided by excellent local bands. The</p><p>Barn Dance is open to all: singles, couples,</p><p>and the entire family. Lessons available at</p><p>7:30 PM; dance starts at 8 PM.</p> 2019-04-29 22:30:00 -05008/24/197:30 p.m.The CenterIowa City -
Eastern Iowa Light the Night
<p>Light The Night is LLS’ nationwide annual evening community event to celebrate and commemorate people whose lives have been touched by cancer. Participants walk along a patient-friendly one-mile route, carrying illuminated lanterns – white for survivors, red for supporters and gold “In Memory Of…” Participants can walk individually or form a team. The events take place in the fall in Des Moines and Eastern Iowa <a href="http://www.lightthenight.org/ia">www.lightthenight.org/ia</a></p> 2019-06-10 20:30:00 -05009/21/195:30 p.m.GreenState Credit UnionNorth Liberty -
Sustainable Business in Iowa
<p>Have you heard the crazy history of the Muscatine Button Industry?<br><br>Did you know dozens of Iowa business are leaders in environmental and social responsibility?<br><br>Do you wish you knew simple ways to make your business more environmentally and socially responsible – while saving money?<br><br>Join us for a short reading from the Introduction of his new book, and presentation on corporate sustainability in Iowa with native Iowan author, consultant, professor, and executive director of the Iowa Sustainable Business Forum -- Adam Hammes.<br><br>Thursday, July 25th at 6:30 pm. <br><br>All are welcome to attend this free event at the Hiawatha Public Library. </p> 2019-05-19 20:00:00 -05007/25/196:30 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
SSRO Presents: When the West Was Wild
<p>Fee: none. No registration.</p><p>Membership Not Required</p><p>Wednesday, 7/31</p><p>2 PM in the Assembly Room</p><p>Performers: Senior Standing Room Only</p><p>In the late 1940s and 1950s, the Western</p><p>genre was ubiquitous in film, radio, television,</p><p>and music. We wanted to grow up to be that</p><p>cowboy or cowgirl portrayed as one who</p><p>“always roped better, rode better, sang better,</p><p>and shot better than anyone.” This summer,</p><p>The Center’s reader’s theatre group will</p><p>explore the legends, myths, and songs of the</p><p>era of the cowboy, as they were romanticized</p><p>and immortalized in the media. We will end</p><p>our program with Jack Benny’s radio version</p><p>of that epic of the West, the Stanley Kramer</p><p>production of “High Noon.” Afterwards, join</p><p>us for refreshments.</p>
7/31/192:00 p.m.The CenterIowa City -
Milonga (Tango Dance Party)
<p>Fee: $5/person; pay at the door. No</p><p>registration.</p><p>Membership Not Required</p><p>Saturdays, 5/4, 7/6, 8/3</p><p>7:30 - 11 PM in the Assembly Room</p><p>Join us for a Milonga hosted by the Iowa</p><p>City Tango Club. A Milonga is a festive time</p><p>to concentrate on dancing, socializing, and</p><p>enjoying food and refreshment with fellow</p><p>dancers and friends. Dance, listen, and enjoy</p><p>authentic Argentine tango music. Admission</p><p>includes some snacks and non-alcoholic</p><p>drinks. Feel free to bring your own favorite</p><p>snacks or non-alcoholic beverage to share.</p><p>Help with set-up and take-down is welcome.</p> 2019-04-29 23:00:00 -0500
8/03/197:30 p.m.The CenterIowa City -
Stories in the Park at Mercer: Iowa City Firefighters
<p>It’s our last Stories in the Park of the summer, so the firefighters are here for one last splash! We will have a fun firefighter storytime, and then you can meet some of the firefighters of Iowa City. Then, check out their rig and learn all about fire safety!</p><p>Held in Mercer Park, near the playground equipment.</p><p>A preschool-age program where stories and picture books are combined with fingerplays, songs, and action rhymes.<br>The ICPL bookmobile will be on site and open for checkout. Library cards can be issued and updated.</p><p>Preschool Storytime is recommended for children who are 3 years old and up.</p> 2019-07-18 11:00:00 -0500
8/02/1910:30 a.m.Mercer ParkIowa City -
Death Café
<p>Fee: none. No registration.</p><p>Membership Not Required</p><p>Mondays, 5/6, 6/3, 7/1, 8/5</p><p>2 - 3 PM in room 209</p><p>Facilitators: Michelle Buhman and Craig Mosher</p><p>A Death Café is a group of people who are not</p><p>afraid to discuss and increase their awareness</p><p>of death in order to make the most of life.</p><p>The topics of our monthly discussions are</p><p>determined by the members of the group.</p><p>People are encouraged to bring snacks. This</p><p>is not a bereavement support group or grief</p><p>counseling session. For more information on</p><p>the purpose of this group, visit deathcafe.com.</p> 2019-04-29 15:00:00 -05008/05/192:00 p.m.The CenterIowa City -
UI Summer Writing Festival Weekly Reading
<p>Join participants from the University of Iowa’s Summer Writing Program as they share new works and works in progress. This event is free and open to the public. BYOB. Cups and bottle openers provided.</p> 2019-07-24 20:30:00 -0500
7/24/197:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
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Open Lab at Beadology Iowa
<p>Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge.<span> </span>For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time.<span> </span>A basic metals studio is available for $15.<span> </span></p><p>We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community.<span> </span>You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!</p><p> </p><p>The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab. </p><p> </p> 2019-07-25 20:00:00 -0500
7/25/194:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Embellished Felt Beads
<p>Use vintage sequins and glass seed beads to embellish felt round beads. The beads can then be used however you want. The sequins and beads can be layered for some very fun effects. No experience needed. Option dutch treat drinks and snacks in downtown Iowa City after class. Instructor: Karen Kubby.</p><p>Registration is $60 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</p><p><br></p> 2019-06-24 20:30:00 -0500
7/26/195:30 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Brick Stitch Corn Earrings
<p>You can make endless figurative beaded pieces with brick stitch. Learn tricks to be successful. Make a pair of flat, brick stitched earrings in the shape of corn—just in time for sweet corn season. No experience needed. Instructor: Karen Kubby.</p><p>Registration is $68 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</p><p><br></p> 2019-06-24 16:00:00 -0500
7/27/1910:00 a.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Memory Café
<p>Fee: none. No registration.</p><p>Membership Not Required</p><p>Fridays, 5/10, 6/14, 7/12, 8/9</p><p>10 - 11 AM in room 208</p><p>Facilitator: Alzheimer’s Association</p><p>Memory Café is a welcoming gathering place</p><p>where people living with memory loss and</p><p>their partners can come together to relax,</p><p>socialize with others, and enjoy a cup of</p><p>coffee, an activity, or a presentation.</p><p>What to expect: peer support; social</p><p>connections with individuals with</p><p>shared experiences; an informal, relaxed,</p><p>stigma-free environment; opportunities</p><p>for education, support, enrichment, and</p><p>friendship.</p><p>What not to expect: formal supervision or</p><p>care service; support group facilitation.</p><p>Who should attend: Individuals</p><p>concerned about their memory or who</p><p>have been diagnosed with Mild Cognitive</p><p>Impairment, Early Stage Alzheimer’s,</p><p>Dementia, or a related disorder, and their</p><p>friends and families.</p> 2019-04-29 11:00:00 -05008/09/1910:00 a.m.The CenterIowa City -
Book Report
<p>Fee: none. No registration.</p><p>Membership Required</p><p>Tuesdays, 5/21, 6/18, 7/16, 8/20</p><p>2 - 3:30 PM in room 209</p><p>Facilitator: Diana Durham</p><p>A book club that meets once a month for an</p><p>informal round table discussion and sharing</p><p>of books you have enjoyed reading. Choose</p><p>your favorite author old or new, best sellers</p><p>or classic, fiction, non-fiction, short stories</p><p>or poetry. Not limited to presenters; anyone</p><p>who is interested in finding new authors</p><p>while exploring the abundance of reading</p><p>opportunities in our City of Literature is</p><p>welcome.</p><p>Diana Durham, an avid reader, looks forward</p><p>to sharing her favorite books and expanding</p><p>her repertoire by listening and exploring your</p><p>suggestions.</p> 2019-04-29 15:30:00 -0500
8/20/192:00 p.m.The CenterIowa City -
English Country Dance
<p>Fee: Sliding scale $3-$6; pay what you can at</p><p>the door. No registration.</p><p>Membership Not Required</p><p>Saturdays, 5/18, 7/20, 8/17</p><p>7 - 10 PM in the Assembly Room</p><p>Come to the English Country Dance and</p><p>enjoy moving in smooth figures to gorgeous</p><p>live music. Everyone who wants to dance is</p><p>guaranteed a partner. Each dance is taught,</p><p>and all ages are encouraged to participate. The</p><p>dance form dates back to the 16th century.</p><p>It appears in some movies portraying Queen</p><p>Elizabeth I, as well as in film adaptations of</p><p>Dickens and Jane Austen novels. Each dance</p><p>has its own music. The tunes are hauntingly</p><p>beautiful, ranging from old ballads, jigs,</p><p>and reels to several immortalized in classical</p><p>music and opera.</p> 2019-04-29 22:00:00 -05008/17/197:00 p.m.The CenterIowa City -
Welcome to Medicare
<p>Fee: none. Registration required.</p><p>Membership Not Required</p><p>Thursday, 5/30</p><p>6 - 8:15 PM in room 202</p><p>Saturday, 6/29</p><p>10 AM - 12:15 PM in room 202</p><p>Saturday, 7/27</p><p>10 AM - 12:15 PM in room 202</p><p>Thursday, 8/29</p><p>6 PM - 8:15 PM in room 202</p><p>Presenters: SHIIP Counselors</p><p>Will you be eligible for Medicare in the near</p><p>future? Have you been on Medicare for a</p><p>while and want to better understand what it</p><p>offers? Do you help a family member with</p><p>Medicare issues? This two-hour seminar, <br>offered by The Center’s SHIIP counselors, will <br>cover Medicare Part A and Part B benefits, the <br>prescription drug benefit (Part D), Medicare <br>Advantage plans, and Medicare supplement <br>insurance. <br>SHIIP, the Senior Health Insurance Information <br>Program, is a service of the State of Iowa. SHIIP <br>counselors are trained by the state and do not sell <br>or promote any insurance companies, policies, or <br>agents. The Center is a local sponsor for SHIIP in <br>Johnson County.</p> 2019-04-29 20:15:00 -05008/29/196:00 p.m.The CenterIowa City -
Hearing Society of Iowa Potluck
<p>Fee: none. Register by contacting Jim</p><p>Mayfield at MyTinEar@aol.com.</p><p>Membership Not Required</p><p>Fridays, 6/28, 8/16</p><p>11 AM - 1 PM in room 208</p><p>Hosts: Jim and Mary Lou Mayfield</p><p>Hearing Society of Iowa is a social get together</p><p>for people with hearing loss or those who</p><p>have a family member with hearing loss. We</p><p>share information on problems, experiences,</p><p>and how we manage our lives. We are not</p><p>alone, and it is important to realize that</p><p>others share the same issues and concerns.</p><p>We have potluck gatherings at the Senior</p><p>Center several times a year with a social hour</p><p>at 11 AM and lunch at 12 PM. Contact Jim</p><p>Mayfield at MyTinEar@aol.com to learn about</p><p>additional meetings and events.</p> 2019-04-29 13:00:00 -05008/16/1911:00 a.m.The CenterIowa City -
The 24th Glenn Roberts Elks/Iowa City Golf Classic
<p>Join supporters for an 18-hole, four-person best-shot golf tournament. Shotgun starts at 8 am or 1:30 pm</p><p>Funds raised helps ensures that Iowa City Hospice continues as a community-oriented, not for profit organization dedicated to offering compassionate care for anyone affected by serious advanced illness and end of life conditions regardless of an individual's ability to pay.</p><p>For more information or register, contact Judy, 319-688-4213 or judy.frits@iowacityhospice.org or online at <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-2019-glenn-roberts-elksiowa-city-hospice-golf-classic-registration-62522602788"><strong><em>https://www.eventbrite.com/e/the-2019-glenn-roberts-elksiowa-city-hospice-golf-classic-registration-62522602788</em></strong></a></p><p>Cost: $75 per person, includes</p><p>• 18 holes of golf, four person, best-shot format</p><p>• Golf cart</p><p>• Refreshments including a catered lunch</p><p>• Eligibility for numerous prizes, drawings, and contests</p>
8/05/198:00 a.m.Elks Lodge #590Iowa City -
Puppy Obedience I with AKC® S.T.A.R. Puppy®
<p>Based on the American Kennel Club® S.T.A.R Puppy® program, the goal of this course is to teach both owners and puppies effective behaviors for building a lasting relationship through obedience training. Some of the commands covered in this course include: walking nicely on a leash, sit, come, down, and stay. This class culminates with the AKC® S.T.A.R. Puppy® test. Successful completion of this course, or Dog Obedience I, is required to enroll in Obedience II and Agility courses and is seen as a good pre-requisite for those hoping to obtain a Canine Good Citizen® certification. Exceptional puppies will be able to test for the Canine Good Citizen® title after completion of this course. </p><p><strong>Please read: </strong> This course is for dogs 12 months and younger and includes the testing fee for one test attempt. Those wishing to re-test will need to sign-up for the test-only class. No puppies the first night. Please bring a pen, paper and shot records to first class. Recommended vaccines for your dog are Rabies, Distemper/Parvo, and Bordetella. Students who do not pass this class are welcome to retake it as many times as they need to pass. Upon successful completion of the test, additional fees, between $10 and $20, are payable to the American Kennel Club. These fees vary depending on the type of certification you would like your canine to receive. </p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul> 2019-05-23 19:00:00 -05007/24/196:00 p.m.Iowa Equestrian CenterCedar Rapids -
Puppy Obedience I with AKC® S.T.A.R. Puppy®
<p>Based on the American Kennel Club® S.T.A.R Puppy® program, the goal of this course is to teach both owners and puppies effective behaviors for building a lasting relationship through obedience training. Some of the commands covered in this course include: walking nicely on a leash, sit, come, down, and stay. This class culminates with the AKC® S.T.A.R. Puppy® test. Successful completion of this course, or Dog Obedience I, is required to enroll in Obedience II and Agility courses and is seen as a good pre-requisite for those hoping to obtain a Canine Good Citizen® certification. Exceptional puppies will be able to test for the Canine Good Citizen® title after completion of this course.</p><p><br></p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul><p><br></p> 2019-05-23 20:00:00 -05007/24/197:00 p.m.Iowa Equestrian CenterCedar Rapids -
Growlers: Reactive Dog Obedience
<p>This obedience class is smaller in size and designed for dogs that are aggressive both on and off leash. If you feel your dog is aggressive, overanxious, hard to handle in most situations, has bitten or may bite, then this is the obedience class for you. If you feel your dog meets the above criteria, then successful completion of this course is required before taking Dog Obedience I. This course sets up scenarios for owners to learn how to handle situations in which their dog may be reactive. Not all dogs will finish this course and be 'cured' of their reactivity, and the course is mostly focused on teaching owners/handlers how to handle certain situations that may arise with their pets. Students should bring vaccination records on the first night of class. Please do not bring your dog to the first class.</p><ul><li>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</li></ul><p><br></p> 2019-05-23 21:00:00 -05007/24/198:00 p.m.Iowa Equestrian CenterCedar Rapids -
Prairie Hill Cohousing Open House
<p>Come for an info meeting (12:30-2pm) and an Open House (2-4), where you can tour new homes in Iowa's first cohousing community. Meet some of our 20 residents and visit our LEED-certified homes as well as our gardens on nearly 8 acres of land a mile from the University of Iowa campus and 1.5 miles from downtown.</p> 2019-06-08 04:00:00 -0500
7/28/1912:30 p.m.140 Prairie Hill Lane, Iowa City, IAIowa City -
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Teen Movie--Captain Marvel
<p>Get outta the heat, watch a movie and eat popcorn: Captain Marvel gets caught in the middle of a galactic war between two alien races. For Grades 7-12.</p><p><br></p> 2019-07-09 16:00:00 -0500
7/24/192:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Digital Media Lab Help
<p>Want to get some help starting a digital media project like scanning photos, editing a video, or converting a VHS? A staff member can help you get started with a project, troubleshoot hardware, or give you an orientation to the room. Stop in to get creative!</p><p><br></p> 2019-07-24 20:00:00 -0500
7/24/193:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Library-Community Writing Center SUMMER HOURS
<p>Adults and teens: get one-on-one help with your writing from University of Iowa writing tutors at the Library-Community writing center satellite in the Second Floor Training Lab. Resumes, applications, test prep practice, reports, creative writing of all types - anything is welcome. Walk-in 20 minute appointments are first come first serve.</p><p><br></p> 2019-07-24 18:00:00 -0500
7/24/194:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Journey to the Center of the Milky Way Galaxy
<p>The Center of our own Milky Way Galaxy is vastly different than the place where the Sun resides (the "Solar Neighborhood"). The physical conditions are significantly more extreme in the Galactic center and detailed observations of our own nucleus provide us with a window into understanding other galaxies in the universe. In this talk, UI Professor Cornelia Lang will describe her own multi-wavelength observations and research that works to uncover the astrophysics of this unusual environment.</p><p>The program is part of the 2019 Adult Summer Reading Program</p> 2019-07-09 20:30:00 -05007/24/197:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Book Babies
<p>Rhymes, fingerplays, songs and short stories designed to stimulate your infant's language development. We ask that there be a lap for every baby.</p><p><br></p> 2019-07-26 11:00:00 -0500
7/26/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Open Lab at Beadology Iowa
<p>Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge.<span> </span>For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $15 for soft glass and $18 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time.<span> </span>A basic metals studio is available for $15.<span> </span></p><p>We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community.<span> </span>You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!</p><p> </p><p>The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab. </p><p> </p> 2019-08-01 20:00:00 -0500
8/01/194:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City