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Zumbini: An Active Movement and Music Class
<p>Created by Zumba and BabyFirst for kids ages 0-4, the Zumbini program combines music, dance, and educational tools for 30 minutes of can’t-stop, won’t-stop bonding, learning, and fun.</p> 2023-09-21 10:30:00 -0500
10/05/23 @ 10:00 a.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Active Allyship and Creating a Welcoming Environment
<p>National Coming Out Day is on October 11! Join CR Pride as we discuss how government agencies, non profits, and religious institutions are creating and maintaining a welcoming environment. We are happy to welcome:</p><p>Elizabeth Buch, with the City of Cedar Rapids<br>Lori Ampey with Tanager's LGBT Youth Center<br>Catherine VanDraska with Big Brother Big Sisters<br>Gary Sneller with Marion Affirming Churches<br>Ben Roberson with Community Law Office<br>Susan Liddell, CR Pride Vice President</p><p>Our event will be moderated by the wonderful Molly Monk. We hope you will join us to hear and learn about these organizations and how we can all work to create welcoming environments. Ben will also provide an update on the latest local/state/federal laws impacting our community.</p><p>This event is free and open to the public. Monetary/candy donations will be accepted for our entry in the Halloween parade for those wishing to contribute.</p><p>Please email info@crprideia.com if you have any questions you would like our moderator to consider asking the panelists. We can't wait to see everyone at the event!</p> 2023-09-23 16:00:00 -0500
10/07/23 @ 2:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Oct 14 Kid N Canvas -Sweet Mercantile - Cork n Canvas Iowa
<p>**11am at Sweet Mercantile!** Kid N Canvas classes are for kids about 8 to 16 year olds. Join us at Sweet Mercantile (98 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 524042) on Saturday Morning 11am. $20 per painting, please only 1 painter per ticket. <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fcork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1JeSqQEcD9Ns3wsUdx1iAkrnhOouP-isG7SnF3ePQT4AUyjAUSiS7jO_Q&h=AT3AUr9x23GBDT8A22Pbst55gCL-FGFjpNk_Ddlx4YsBq05UZOs7dM_y1u3tQWZ9GstyhOvFVLegywi6-Z0oXmHypKwR_KuWnAtVf7Yc1iVytEDs_3Rp_u-JdNTKmrV3Dg&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT08a0YvNpiVVJMNo2AC8V5dEZgMg_vNX2hC981dqphSPvXI9QnXgg5PFPDhI9MqB1ge0sAfhd-qnlT5dRz_Xzgm1_ynz8a39u8TmYk8jNWu7vRraM2xWhnEFtE5R2ElepphcqGWuFDVHYh-PG4fKq3LTUxM" rel="nofollow noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com/</a> All supplies (canvas, paints, brushes and apron) are provided for you, but please on clothes that are ok to get paint on. Class lasts about 1 to 1.5 hr long (older kids might paint a little longer). Check in at 10:45 am, painting starts at 11am. *** 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 and you may let someone of your own choosing use your ticket in your absence. Cancellations should be made by email only please; if you need to move your reservation please 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. 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. Classes are limited in size, Payment is required in advanced. Your email is your ticket, keep it handy</p><p><a href="https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com/?fbclid=IwAR2d6ZBZmp5hBn6A0WFypk4JON79TGnpm3f75FocvQTAaSgWUhO7CGCCJ4s" rel="nofollow noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com/</a></p><p>Kid N Canvas, by Cork N Canvas Iowa<br>Amanda Happel<br>Cork N Canvas Iowa<br>319-929-4300<br>Email: cork.n.canvas.iowa@gmail.com<br>Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CorkNCanvasIowa?__cft__[0]=AZWddReSpODSNH0--ptqQZvcEc_1BE07u9EmCqWkqXLEuL6ylHcbFdzJQ08pamsdxV6aXjDBzjIONMUB_BA1LQu9ZxzaEKrCwS_JWLTO_Pfewz0GaCE7andSatFN80IlWB8&__tn__=q" tabindex="0">https://www.facebook.com/CorkNCanvasIowa</a><br>Website: <a href="http://www.corkncanvasiowa.com/?fbclid=IwAR2jmCgvJNh9lUyS-1Ji1WW9Muz4tFanR86yX4Tat9MsoZsz2OBBmb1P6EQ" rel="nofollow noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">www.CorknCanvasIowa.com</a></p> 2023-09-10 12:00:00 -0500
10/14/23 @ 11:00 a.m.Sweet Mercantilecedar Rapids -
Gardening Series with Linn County Master Gardeners: Fall Garden Activities
<p>Get the most out of your garden with helpful tips and tricks.</p><p>Oct. 5: More Than Just Monarchs with Meaghen MacDougal, LCMG</p><p>Make a beautiful garden that will be the envy of the neighborhood and the favorite hang-out for vital pollinators. As a Pollinator Steward, I have created both private and public bird and pollinator gardens in two states. Whether you want wild-and-wooly or something your HOA will love, you can have a gorgeous and helpful pollinator paradise! And we won't forget the Monarchs: what to plant, what to look for, and how to raise your "cats" for the next generation.</p><p>Oct. 12: How to Move Perennials with Wanda Lunn, LCMG</p><p>Plant new flowers and yet keep your pollinators happy.</p><p>Oct. 19: Living with Bambi with Karla McGrail, LCMG</p><p>McGrail shares tips and strategies to help you live with these appealing troublemakers. It is possible to have a beautiful garden with deer in your neighborhood.</p><p>Oct. 26: Fall Garden Activities “Putting your Landscape to Bed” with Wil Carew, LCMG</p><p>Will cover fall activities that can be done as the growing season wraps up. Also, what can be done to prepare for spring to lessen the load and provide for that burst of color early in the year.</p> 2023-09-28 19:30:00 -0500
10/26/23 @ 6:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
HalloWEEKEND 2023
<p>Join us for a weekend of not-too-scary Halloween activities that kids of all ages will enjoy! Bats, spiders, pumpkins, and more will take over our exhibits during the spooky season and families can check out special Halloween activities on October 28th, 29th, and 31st (closed Monday).</p><p><em><b>Pirate Pete’s Trick-or-Treasure Takeover:</b> Our mascot, Pete, is wearing his pirate costume for Halloween this year and taking over the museum with spooky, swashbuckling fun! Build a sea-worthy ship in the blue room, make a pizza with treacherous toppings, and deposit gold doubloons at the bank. We’ll also have pirate training activities, a scallywag scavenger hunt, sea shanty sing-alongs, and so much more! </em></p><p>Costumes are encouraged (but not required)! Disguise yourself from the pirates or join Pete’s band of buccaneers. Our team will join the fun as well, so keep an eye out for dinosaurs, superheroes, and other silly characters.</p><p>All activities are included with museum admission. FREE for members!</p> 2023-09-11 18:00:00 -0500
10/28/23 @ 10:00 a.m.The Iowa Children's MuseumCoralville -
Sensory Friendly Halloween
<p>Join us for a special Halloween-themed Sensory Friendly Night! As part of our HalloWEEKEND activities, this free event offers sensory-friendly activities in a calmer environment and opportunities to collect treats in our museum exhibits.</p><p>Costumes are encouraged (but not required!) as you look for our “treat stations” throughout the museum. In line with the Teal Pumpkin Project, all treats will be small non-food items to avoid allergy concerns. We will also have not-too-spooky Halloween activities.</p><p>Super Hero Nights are presented by GreenState Credit Union.</p> 2023-09-11 19:30:00 -0500
10/29/23 @ 6:00 p.m.The Iowa Children's MuseumCoralville -
Doodlebugs at the North Liberty Community Library, "Eek," Free
<p>It’s spooky season, so get ready for a not-so-scary tale and an art project that’s equal parts fright and delight! Every Doodlebugs class starts with a story and ends with imagination and creation! All ages are welcome, but book selection is ideal for ages 4-7. </p> 2023-10-01 11:30:00 -0500
10/30/23 @ 10:30 a.m.North Liberty Community LibraryNorth Liberty -
Grow a Good Citizen Day
<p>Join us on Election Day (Tuesday, November 7th) for Grow a Good Citizen Day! We will host non-partisan activities that introduce children to the role citizens play in a democracy. Event activities include a just-for-kids election to pick our next celebration day theme (don’t forget to grab your voter button once you cast your vote) and storytimes!</p><p>Activities will run from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and are included with museum admission. Come and join us!</p> 2023-09-28 17:00:00 -0500
11/07/23 @ 10:00 a.m.The Iowa Children's MuseumCoralville