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Pajama Storytime
<p>What’s that under your bed? What’s that thing in your closet? Don’t worry—it’s not what you think. When we read some books about not-so-spooky monsters, you’ll find that it wasn’t that scary after all. And we’ll even make some not-so-creepy critters to take home. Pajama Storytimes are free for kids and their adult companions. Wear your PJ's and bring a stuffed friend to cuddle with. </p> 2019-08-26 19:30:00 -0500
10/17/196:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
B&N Kids' Book Hangout
<p>Books can take you on amazing adventures through magical lands, the great outdoors, and even school! Join us for our fall Kids' Book Hangout to discover your next great, adventurous read. Connect with fellow readers, play games and activities, and take home giveaways! Bring a friend and we'll see you there. Plus, get a coupon for a $1 Rice Krispy Bar.</p> 2019-10-02 15:00:00 -0500
10/19/192:00 p.m.Barnes and NobleCedar Rapids -
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Cultivate Hope Market
<p>Stop by the urban farm to buy our fresh produce from 4-7 p.m. every Thursday! We will have fresh produce, vendor items, movement activities and brick oven pizzas. There will be scavenger hunts for the kids as well as the playground and other things to do around the farm.</p><p><br></p><p>A walking group will depart the farm at 5:30 p.m. for a one-mile walk. Don't forget your reusable water bottle!</p><p><br></p><p>SNAP/EBT accepted. Produce is sold at half price for income qualified individuals through our Farm Fresh Friends program.</p><p><br></p><p>The Cultivate Hope Urban Farm is located at 437 G Ave. NW in Cedar Rapids. Parking is available on both F and G Avenues.</p><p><br></p> 2019-10-17 19:00:00 -0500
10/17/194:00 p.m.Cultivate Hope Urban FarmCedar Rapids -
Doodlebugs: Eerie Art
<p>Ms. Erin says, "Don't be afraid! Today we're making friendly ghosts!" Young kids and their caregivers are welcome to attend this eerie edition of Doodlebugs. </p> 2019-08-13 11:15:00 -0500
10/25/1910:30 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Studio Experience Workshop--Glass Aliens and Clay Pinch Pot Monsters
<h5>Studio Experience Sessions: Clay and Warm Glass</h5><p>This is a project oriented class intended to expose students to both clay and warm glass in our studio. This popular series for summer camps is now available once a month. Every month, participants will make a clay project (hand building using slabs and pinch pot techniques) and a warm glass project.</p><p>You will get both group and personal instruction. This is a great way for kids and parents alike to try both clay and warm glass in one session --without the commitment of an eight week class. Clay, glass, tools, firing, and instruction from our knowledgeable staff are included. Minimum age is 9 years old. All skill levels welcome. Projects will be available for pickup 2-3 weeks later. Cost is $35 per person and class is from 10:30 am – 1:00pm</p><p><br></p><h5><strong>Studio Experience</strong>: Glass Aliens and Pinch Pot Monsters</h5><h5>Date: Saturday, <strong>October 19th</strong></h5><h5>Time: 10:30 am-1:00 </h5><h5>Cost is $35 per person</h5> 2019-01-16 12:00:00 -0600
10/19/1910:30 a.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
Young Footliters presents Dear Edwina Jr.
<p><em>Dear Edwina Jr</em>. follows the adventures of plucky advice-giver-extraordinaire, Edwina Spoonapple, as she directs the neighborhood kids in a series of buoyant production numbers for the latest edition of her weekly "Advice-a-Palooza.” Edwina and her friends share wisdom on everything from trying new foods to making new friends, through clever, catchy and poignant songs.</p><p><br></p><p>From the creators of <em>Junie B. Jones The Musical</em>, <em>Dear Edwina Jr.</em> is a heartwarming musical about the joys of growing up.</p><p><em><br></em></p><p><em>Group Discounts: Groups of 10 or more can save 15%; contact the Box Office for detail</em>s. </p> 2019-07-23 21:00:00 -0500
10/25/197:00 p.m.Coralville Center for the Performing ArtsCoralville -
8th Annual Wickiup Fall Fest
<p>Come out and experience our friendly trick or treat hike through the woods, pumpkin bowling, straw scramble, creepy critters, and more! Aimed at ages 3-8, but younger and older siblings welcome. Costumes encouraged! Cost $3 per child. Registration deadline October 15.</p> 2019-07-26 12:00:00 -0500
10/19/1910:00 a.m.Wickiup Hill Learning CenterToddville -
Faculty & Friends Orchestra Concert
<p>Coe Faculty & Friends perform with Coe Symphony Orchestra.</p> 2019-09-24 20:30:00 -0500
2/15/207:00 p.m.Coe College Sinclair AuditoriumCedar Rapids -
Young Footliters presents Treasure Island
<p>The story of <em>Treasure Island</em> is a classic. Originally written by Robert Louis Stevenson in 1883, this adaptation by ArtReach Children’s Theatre Plays’ Kathryn Schultz Miller encompasses all the elements needed for an entertaining story. </p><p><br></p><p>The Young Footliters Youth Theatre invites you to join them on a slightly different adventure, as Jim Hawkins, after having his worst day ever, dreams of a better life as a pirate. He meets pirates Billy Bones and Long John Silver, as well as beautiful mermaids, dancing crabs, and some very vocal parrots.</p><p><em><br></em></p><p><em>Group Discounts: Groups of 10 or more can save 15%; contact the Box Office for details.</em> </p> 2019-07-25 21:00:00 -0500
3/13/207:00 p.m.Coralville Center for the Performing ArtsCoralville -
Young Footliters presents Dear Edwina Jr.
<p><em>Dear Edwina Jr</em>. follows the adventures of plucky advice-giver-extraordinaire, Edwina Spoonapple, as she directs the neighborhood kids in a series of buoyant production numbers for the latest edition of her weekly "Advice-a-Palooza.” Edwina and her friends share wisdom on everything from trying new foods to making new friends, through clever, catchy and poignant songs.</p><p><br></p><p>From the creators of <em>Junie B. Jones The Musical</em>, <em>Dear Edwina Jr.</em> is a heartwarming musical about the joys of growing up.</p><p><em><br></em></p><p><em>Group Discounts: Groups of 10 or more can save 15%; contact the Box Office for detail</em>s. </p> 2019-10-26 21:00:00 -0500
10/26/197:00 p.m.Coralville Center for the Performing ArtsCoralville -
JUST CHURCH
<p><strong>About JustChurch</strong></p><p>JustChurch is a weekly, Saturday evening, downtown worshiping community in the Iowa City/Cedar Rapids corridor. JustChurch is “just” in two ways:</p><ul><li><br><ul><li>Just a worshipping community</li><li>Participates in acts of JUSTice that flow from worship</li></ul></li></ul><p>JustChurch is intentionally focused on worship steeped in ancient Christian tradition expressed in new, simple ways, without building ownership, standing committees, etc. JustChurch is a refuge to those who seek to express faith for good in a community of inclusion and who feel left out of current institutional religion. Since JustChurch wants money to do the most good it can do, it strives to be an 80/20 worshipping community (dedicating 80% of its income for maximal impact on justice while using 20% to cover intentionally low operating costs).</p> 2019-10-19 18:00:00 -0500
10/19/195:00 p.m.MERGEIowa City -
Pajama Storytime featuring Good Night, Little Blue Truck
<p>A scary storm is brewing! When Little Blue Truck and his friend Toad join their other friends to seek safety from the storm, they find that it's easy to be brave together! Join us and get a free hot apple cider or juice, plus a cookie.</p>
10/18/197:30 p.m.Barnes and NobleCedar Rapids -
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Cultivate Hope Market
<p>Stop by the urban farm to buy our fresh produce from 4-7 p.m. every Thursday! We will have fresh produce, vendor items, movement activities and brick oven pizzas. There will be scavenger hunts for the kids as well as the playground and other things to do around the farm.</p><p><br></p><p>A walking group will depart the farm at 5:30 p.m. for a one-mile walk. Don't forget your reusable water bottle!</p><p><br></p><p>SNAP/EBT accepted. Produce is sold at half price for income qualified individuals through our Farm Fresh Friends program.</p><p><br></p><p>The Cultivate Hope Urban Farm is located at 437 G Ave. NW in Cedar Rapids. Parking is available on both F and G Avenues.</p><p><br></p> 2019-10-24 19:00:00 -0500
10/24/194:00 p.m.Cultivate Hope Urban FarmCedar Rapids -
Storytime: Potty-Palooza
<p>Join us for a potty-training-themed storytime! We'll explore potty training concepts through books, songs, fingerplays, and short films. Whether you're just beginning to think about potty training someday, or have potty-trained children who might find a reinforcement of these concepts interesting, this storytime is for you.</p><p>This interactive storytime for all ages and stages combines books, rhymes, songs, and movement. Join us for fun and early literacy enrichment!</p> 2019-10-09 11:00:00 -0500
10/19/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Hallelujah Party
<p>Get ready kids! The biggest, most fun, party in town is coming!</p><p>The annual Hallelujah Party is our alternative to what the world has to offer this Halloween. It's a fun, kid-safe atmosphere that is becoming one of the biggest kid's events all year. Bring your friends, bounce in the inflatable house, win prizes, watch the show, then go back and do it all over again.</p><p>We'll have carnival games, face painting, kiddie bounce, concessions, and of course LOTS OF CANDY!</p><p>Invite your friends and wear your modest, non-violent costume! Full facial masks, violent or scary costumes or make-up will NOT be permitted.</p><p>We'll have fun, fun, and more FUN!!</p><p>All children ages 12 and under are welcome!</p><p>All children must be accompanied by an adult.</p><p><br></p> 2019-09-17 20:30:00 -050010/31/196:30 p.m.Spirit of Faith Family ChurchCedar Rapids -
Young Footliters presents Dear Edwina Jr.
<p><em>Dear Edwina Jr</em>. follows the adventures of plucky advice-giver-extraordinaire, Edwina Spoonapple, as she directs the neighborhood kids in a series of buoyant production numbers for the latest edition of her weekly "Advice-a-Palooza.” Edwina and her friends share wisdom on everything from trying new foods to making new friends, through clever, catchy and poignant songs.</p><p><br></p><p>From the creators of <em>Junie B. Jones The Musical</em>, <em>Dear Edwina Jr.</em> is a heartwarming musical about the joys of growing up.</p><p><em><br></em></p><p><em>Group Discounts: Groups of 10 or more can save 15%; contact the Box Office for detail</em>s. </p> 2019-10-27 21:00:00 -0500
10/27/197:00 p.m.Coralville Center for the Performing ArtsCoralville -
Preschool Music Workshop
<p>6 Week Music Workshop for kids 3 - 6 years old.<br>Wednesdays, October 16 - November 20<br>$84. Siblings $60 each.<br>Sing, play, listen, laugh, move, and learn with your bigger kid (3-6ish). We will explore the music concepts of rhythm, steady beat, and pitch as well as movement and pre-academic skills.<br><br>Siblings and younger kids are welcome too! Lisa is a board-certified music therapist - all children are welcome!</p> 2019-09-30 18:15:00 -0500
10/16/195:30 p.m.Harmony School of MusicCedar Rapids -
Mindfulness for Families at Prairiewoods
<p>We continually look for creative ways to bring awareness, compassion, kindness, peace and tranquility into our homes. These monthly opportunities at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) are for parents and children from kindergarten through grade 12 to attend together. We will focus on simple, mindful practices to create peaceful awareness in the parent, child and home. Facilitators Kim Seward, BSN, RN, CMI (Certified Mindfulness Instructor), and Ann Jackson, PBVM, will guide us to explore and engage fun mindfulness activities to do together as a family. Practicing foundational aspects of mindful awareness—noticing senses, emotions and thoughts in fun and practical ways—will cultivate awareness, a greater understanding of emotions, kindness and compassion in all relationships, especially the parent-child relationship. As parents and children attend these sessions together, they will build a comprehensive mindfulness toolkit to use for future family enjoyment. Monthly themes include Foundation of Breath (Sunday, Sept. 15, 3–4:30 p.m.), Awareness and Presence (Monday, Oct. 21, 6–7:30 p.m.), Gratitude and Kindness (Sunday, Nov. 17, 3–4:30 p.m.) and Emotions (Monday, Dec. 16, 6–7:30 p.m.). Some activities will occur outside, so please dress accordingly. The cost is $20 per family for each session. Some financial assistance is available. Each session is limited to 30 total parents and children, and registration is required by the previous Monday. (Please include the total number and ages of participants at registration.) For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700</p> 2019-08-19 19:30:00 -0500
10/21/196:00 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Pumpkins and Ponies Family Fall Festival
<p>Join Unbridled Spirits Thoroughbred Retirement Ranch for annual fall family event. Petting Zoo, Pony Rides, Bounce Houses, Pumpkins Decorating, Petting Zoo, Live Music and Food.</p> 2019-10-05 16:00:00 -050010/19/1911:00 a.m.Sutliff Cider CompanyLisbon -
Trunk or Treat
<p>Parents mark your calendars...enjoy a fun way to trick-or-treat with the kids! Trunk-or-Treat provides a safe environment for families to enjoy a free afternoon of Halloween fun. No costume? No Problem! Come as you are. At Good Shepherd we go beyond trick-or-treat candy with crafts, games and plenty of fun. Thanks to our large indoor space, Trunk-or-Treat is rain or shine.</p> 2018-09-08 17:00:00 -0500
10/19/193:00 p.m.Good Shepherd Ev. Lutheran ChurchCedar Rapids -
IOWA ACCORDION BAND
<p>An all accordion band that plays 40's and 50's music.</p> 2019-10-11 12:30:00 -050010/18/1911:30 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public Library (Whipple Auditorium)Cedar Rapids, Iowa -
Garrison's Haunted
<p>Spine Tingling thrills and hair raising scares lurk in every dark corner of Garrison's Haunted. Fundraiser for the Garrison Fire Dept. The dates for this year’s haunt will be October 18th, 19th, 25th and 26th.</p><p>Over 25 rooms, Indoor Waiting and concessions available.</p><p>Tickets sold from 7-11pm</p><p>Cost $10 per person 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.</p><p>Follow the signs on Main St. Garrison, Iowa</p> 2019-10-01 23:00:00 -0500
10/18/197:00 p.m.Garrison's HauntedGarrison -
Pajama Storytime: Museum by Moonlight
<p>Tonight’s stories are about the moon and stars, so get ready for a stellar adventure into the night sky and create a moonscape to take home. Pajama Storytimes are free for kids and their adult companions. Wear your PJ's and bring a stuffed friend to cuddle with.</p> 2019-08-26 19:30:00 -0500
11/21/196:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Garrison's Haunted
<p>Spine Tingling thrills and hair raising scares lurk in every dark corner of Garrison's Haunted. Fundraiser for the Garrison Fire Dept. The dates for this year’s haunt will be October 18th, 19th, 25th and 26th.</p><p>Over 25 rooms, Indoor Waiting and concessions available.</p><p>Tickets sold from 7-11pm</p><p>Cost $10 per person 12 and under must be accompanied by an adult.</p><p>Follow the signs on Main St. Garrison, Iowa</p> 2019-10-19 23:00:00 -0500
10/19/197:00 p.m.Garrison's HauntedGarrison -
Family Music Class
<p>Join Lisa of <a href="http://mymusiconthemove.com/">Music on the Move</a> for 45 minutes of music and play! Sing, play, listen, laugh, move, learn and bond with your baby, toddler, or preschooler. Lisa is a board-certified music therapist - all children are welcome!</p><p dir="ltr">Wednesdays at 9:15 am. <a href="https://www.schedulicity.com/scheduling/MOTGNS/">Register online</a> or call/text <span title="Call with Google Voice">(319) 849-8288</span> to reserve your seat. </p><p dir="ltr"><em>Drop in to any class for $12.50 or purchase a package of 4 classes/$41. Cash discount available. Siblings 1/2 off! Siblings under 8 months are free!</em></p> 2019-10-16 10:00:00 -0500
10/16/199:15 a.m.Unity Center of Cedar RapidsCedar Rapids -
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Mother Goose on the Loose
<p>“Mother Goose on the Loose” is a 20-minute nursery rhyme program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 30-minute playtime. This program helps strengthen babies’ and toddlers' foundation for literacy with rhymes, rhythm, repetition, story and movement.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-10-16 10:30:00 -0500
10/16/199:30 a.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Scarecrow Trail
<p>Travel the Amana Colony trail through the 7 villages and find as many scarecrows as you can. </p><p>October 1-October 31</p><p>Maps are available at the Visitor's Center </p> 2019-10-16 17:00:00 -050010/16/1910:00 a.m.Amana ColoniesAmana -
Preschool Story Time
<p>Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs.</p><p>Grow your child's love of reading by attending Preschool Story Time. Each week explore new stories, songs, and rhymes.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-10-17 10:30:00 -0500
10/17/1910:00 a.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Scarecrow Trail
<p>Travel the Amana Colony trail through the 7 villages and find as many scarecrows as you can. </p><p>October 1-October 31</p><p>Maps are available at the Visitor's Center </p> 2019-10-17 17:00:00 -050010/17/1910:00 a.m.Amana ColoniesAmana -
The 17th Annual Free Coe College Playground of Science
<p dir="ltr">Kids! Bring your parents to the “Coe Playground of Science” night at Coe College in Cedar Rapids! The Coe College Physics, Chemistry, Biology, Psychology, Math, Computer Science, and ROTC Clubs will lead the fun in Peterson Hall October 24, 2019 from 6:00 – 9:00 P.M. in the evening. There will be interactive demos that teach kids of all ages about the natural world around them. We’ll levitate things, launch pumpkins on our trebuchet, do the “mentos and diet pepsi demo,” make dragon's breath flames, play with numbers, be amazed by strong magnets, make snow, see models of eyes and hearts, learn about the human body, see how chemistry allows us to create useful substances, make ice cream with liquid air, see molten glass poured at almost 2000 oF, and much more. Come have fun and learn about our natural world, all ages are welcome.</p><p dir="ltr">RSVP: Prof. Steve Feller, Physics Department, sfeller@coe.edu, 319-399-8633</p><p dir="ltr">Peterson Hall, Coe College, 1220 First AVE NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402</p><p dir="ltr">http://www.coe.edu/playgroundofscience</p><p dir="ltr">Peterson Hall is on College Rd NE (13th St) opposite the Clark Alumni House in </p><p dir="ltr">Cedar Rapids.</p><p dir="ltr">Parking available and signs will guide you to us.</p> 2019-09-30 21:00:00 -050010/24/196:00 p.m.Coe College Peterson Hall of ScienceCedar Rapids