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Nature Explorers: Simple Nature Art Activities
<p>Let's use some interesting materials that we can find outside to create some beautiful nature art! </p><p>This and other virtual programs can be viewed at anytime on the Library's YouTube channel and Facebook page.</p> 2021-05-07 13:30:00 -0500
5/22/211:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
30th Annual Summer Fest
<p>Fuel up for summer fun with Tanager Place’s 30th Annual Summer Fest. This year’s event will be a drive-thru experience on Saturday, June 5 from 3:00 – 5:00pm. Our goal is to continue to provide family friendly activities in a re-imagined way to ensure our community’s safety.</p><p>Registration is strongly encouraged. All registered attendees will receive an ”ignition starter” event bag geared for kids ages 4-10. To register, please select a time slot at tanagerplace.org/summerfest and complete the registration form. A limited amount of bags will be available to non-registered attendees and will be given away while supplies last.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Event bags include:</strong></p><ul><li>- Craft Kits—Pipe Cleaner Rings, Pipe Cleaner Action Figure, Sun Catcher, Popsicle stick critters-Jelly Fish Puppet</li><li>- STEAM Activities</li><li>- General Mill’s Cereal Box Decorating Contest</li><li>& much more!</li></ul><p><br></p><p><em>Items included in the bag may contain small parts/pieces</em><em> and are not suitable for children under 3 years as they pose a choking hazard. Adult supervision during craft and activity time is recommended.</em></p><p><br></p><p>Due to the ongoing COVID-19 pandemic, this event is set up to be a contactless drive-thru experience. Guests must stay in their cars at all times, no walk-ups please. If there is inclement weather the day of the event, please visit <a href="http://tanagerplace.org/">our website</a> or <a href="https://www.facebook.com/tanagerplace">Facebook page</a> for event status updates.</p> 2021-04-28 17:00:00 -0500
6/05/213:00 p.m.Collins Aerospace Sports Park ComplexCedar Rapids -
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Glass Wind Chime Workshop AM
<p>Create a beautiful glass wind chime. Using warm glass techniques, participants will cut and assemble a glass wind chime for use outdoors this Summer.</p><p>Date: Saturday, May 22<sup>nd</sup>, 2021</p><p>Time: 10:30–11:30 AM </p><p>Cost: $24</p> 2021-01-31 11:30:00 -0600
5/22/2110:30 a.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
Glass Wind Chime Workshop PM
<p>Create a beautiful glass wind chime. Using warm glass techniques, participants will cut and assemble a glass wind chime for use outdoors this Summer.</p><p>Date: Saturday, May 22<sup>nd</sup>, 2021</p><p>Time: 12-1PM</p><p>Cost: $24</p> 2021-01-31 13:00:00 -0600
5/22/2112:00 p.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
Family Fun: Rock Painting and Hunting
<p>Come experience the thrill of a scavenger hunt while also expressing your artistic side! Join Kirkwood and 319Rocks! to learn all about rock painting and hunting. Step 1- Paint a rock! Step 2 -Hide it! Step 3 - Let someone find it! Together we’ll learn about the history of this fun pastime, create our own masterpieces, and begin the journey of hiding our creations. If you love nature, finding treasures, and spending time together, you won’t want to miss this class! Materials fee $10.</p> 2021-04-14 14:00:00 -05007/25/2112:00 p.m.Kirkwood Community College, Horticulture/Floral CareersCedar Rapids -
KICK Camp: Crime Scene Investigators
<p>Who done it? In this camp, you'll solve the crime! Learn to apply science to examine the surroundings and solve a mystery. Study a crime scene looking for clues, analyzing fingerprints, identifying mysterious substances and using chromatography to narrow your search for the 'perp.' Ages 8-11.</p> 2021-04-12 12:00:00 -05008/02/218:30 a.m.Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of IowaCoralville -
KICK Camp: Crime Scene Investigators
<p>Who done it? In this camp, you'll solve the crime! Learn to apply science to examine the surroundings and solve a mystery. Study a crime scene looking for clues, analyzing fingerprints, identifying mysterious substances and using chromatography to narrow your search for the 'perp.' Ages 8-11.</p> 2021-08-03 12:00:00 -05008/03/218:30 a.m.Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of IowaCoralville -
KICK Camp: Crime Scene Investigators
<p>Who done it? In this camp, you'll solve the crime! Learn to apply science to examine the surroundings and solve a mystery. Study a crime scene looking for clues, analyzing fingerprints, identifying mysterious substances and using chromatography to narrow your search for the 'perp.' Ages 8-11.</p> 2021-08-04 12:00:00 -05008/04/218:30 a.m.Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of IowaCoralville -
Toddler Time
<p>The library will spend 15-20 minutes reading picture books and singing with children. Recommended for ages 1-3.</p><p>All events will be held outdoors this year in the space behind the library. If heavy rain or severe weather, event is cancelled.</p>
6/07/2110:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Toddler Time
<p>The library will spend 15-20 minutes reading picture books and singing with children. Recommended for ages 1-3.</p><p>All events will be held outdoors this year in the space behind the library. If heavy rain or severe weather, event is cancelled.</p>
6/08/2110:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Toddler Time
<p>The library will spend 15-20 minutes reading picture books and singing with children. Recommended for ages 1-3.</p><p>All events will be held outdoors this year in the space behind the library. If heavy rain or severe weather, event is cancelled.</p>
6/15/2110:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Toddler Time
<p>The library will spend 15-20 minutes reading picture books and singing with children. Recommended for ages 1-3.</p><p>All events will be held outdoors this year in the space behind the library. If heavy rain or severe weather, event is cancelled.</p>
6/22/2110:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
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Toddler Time
<p>The library will spend 15-20 minutes reading picture books and singing with children. Recommended for ages 1-3.</p><p>All events will be held outdoors this year in the space behind the library. If heavy rain or severe weather, event is cancelled.</p>
6/29/2110:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Toddler Time
<p>The library will spend 15-20 minutes reading picture books and singing with children. Recommended for ages 1-3.</p><p>All events will be held outdoors this year in the space behind the library. If heavy rain or severe weather, event is cancelled.</p>
7/06/2110:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Toddler Time
<p>The library will spend 15-20 minutes reading picture books and singing with children. Recommended for ages 1-3.</p><p>All events will be held outdoors this year in the space behind the library. If heavy rain or severe weather, event is cancelled.</p>
7/13/2110:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Toddler Time
<p>The library will spend 15-20 minutes reading picture books and singing with children. Recommended for ages 1-3.</p><p>All events will be held outdoors this year in the space behind the library. If heavy rain or severe weather, event is cancelled.</p>
7/20/2110:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
KICK Camp: Virtual Reality
<p>Embark on an EPIC adventure in virtual reality! In this cutting-edge class, you will learn the foundations of VR design by creating your own virtual worlds, exploring simulated environments, and crafting memorable 3D experiences. At the end of the week, take home your first cardboard VR headset to show friends and family the new worlds you created. VR projects can be viewed on a website or a mobile device. Students do not need a mobile device to take to the class, but to use the VR headset at home a camper will need access to an Android or Apple mobile device. Students will work in pairs or as teams and VR Games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Ages 12-15.</p> 2021-04-14 12:00:00 -05007/26/218:30 a.m.Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of IowaCoralville -
KICK Camp: Virtual Reality
<p>Embark on an EPIC adventure in virtual reality! In this cutting-edge class, you will learn the foundations of VR design by creating your own virtual worlds, exploring simulated environments, and crafting memorable 3D experiences. At the end of the week, take home your first cardboard VR headset to show friends and family the new worlds you created. VR projects can be viewed on a website or a mobile device. Students do not need a mobile device to take to the class, but to use the VR headset at home a camper will need access to an Android or Apple mobile device. Students will work in pairs or as teams and VR Games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Ages 12-15.</p> 2021-07-27 12:00:00 -05007/27/218:30 a.m.Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of IowaCoralville -
KICK Camp: Virtual Reality
<p>Embark on an EPIC adventure in virtual reality! In this cutting-edge class, you will learn the foundations of VR design by creating your own virtual worlds, exploring simulated environments, and crafting memorable 3D experiences. At the end of the week, take home your first cardboard VR headset to show friends and family the new worlds you created. VR projects can be viewed on a website or a mobile device. Students do not need a mobile device to take to the class, but to use the VR headset at home a camper will need access to an Android or Apple mobile device. Students will work in pairs or as teams and VR Games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Ages 12-15.</p> 2021-07-28 12:00:00 -05007/28/218:30 a.m.Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of IowaCoralville -
KICK Camp: Virtual Reality
<p>Embark on an EPIC adventure in virtual reality! In this cutting-edge class, you will learn the foundations of VR design by creating your own virtual worlds, exploring simulated environments, and crafting memorable 3D experiences. At the end of the week, take home your first cardboard VR headset to show friends and family the new worlds you created. VR projects can be viewed on a website or a mobile device. Students do not need a mobile device to take to the class, but to use the VR headset at home a camper will need access to an Android or Apple mobile device. Students will work in pairs or as teams and VR Games will be available on a password protected Black Rocket website to share with friends and family. Ages 12-15.</p> 2021-07-29 12:00:00 -05007/29/218:30 a.m.Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of IowaCoralville -
KICK Camp: Code Creators: Javascript Game Design
<p>Learn JavaScript by coding a Pong game, Fish game and Mario-style side scrolling game! You’ll use a free text editor (Sublime Text) and a free coding editor (IDLE) that can be downloaded to your own computer! You’ll even upload finished games live on the web to start your online portfolio. In the second week, you’ll participate in Game Design Competitions to win prizes and bragging rights! Coding has never been so fun! Ages 12-15.</p> 2021-04-12 12:00:00 -05008/02/218:30 a.m.Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of IowaCoralville -
KICK Camp: Code Creators: Javascript Game Design
<p>Learn JavaScript by coding a Pong game, Fish game and Mario-style side scrolling game! You’ll use a free text editor (Sublime Text) and a free coding editor (IDLE) that can be downloaded to your own computer! You’ll even upload finished games live on the web to start your online portfolio. In the second week, you’ll participate in Game Design Competitions to win prizes and bragging rights! Coding has never been so fun! Ages 12-15.</p> 2021-08-03 12:00:00 -05008/03/218:30 a.m.Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of IowaCoralville -
KICK Camp: Code Creators: Javascript Game Design
<p>Learn JavaScript by coding a Pong game, Fish game and Mario-style side scrolling game! You’ll use a free text editor (Sublime Text) and a free coding editor (IDLE) that can be downloaded to your own computer! You’ll even upload finished games live on the web to start your online portfolio. In the second week, you’ll participate in Game Design Competitions to win prizes and bragging rights! Coding has never been so fun! Ages 12-15.</p> 2021-08-04 12:00:00 -05008/04/218:30 a.m.Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of IowaCoralville -
KICK Camp: Code Creators: Javascript Game Design
<p>Learn JavaScript by coding a Pong game, Fish game and Mario-style side scrolling game! You’ll use a free text editor (Sublime Text) and a free coding editor (IDLE) that can be downloaded to your own computer! You’ll even upload finished games live on the web to start your online portfolio. In the second week, you’ll participate in Game Design Competitions to win prizes and bragging rights! Coding has never been so fun! Ages 12-15.</p> 2021-08-05 12:00:00 -05008/05/218:30 a.m.Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of IowaCoralville -
KICK Camp: Code Creators: Javascript Game Design
<p>Learn JavaScript by coding a Pong game, Fish game and Mario-style side scrolling game! You’ll use a free text editor (Sublime Text) and a free coding editor (IDLE) that can be downloaded to your own computer! You’ll even upload finished games live on the web to start your online portfolio. In the second week, you’ll participate in Game Design Competitions to win prizes and bragging rights! Coding has never been so fun! Ages 12-15.</p> 2021-08-06 12:00:00 -05008/06/218:30 a.m.Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of IowaCoralville -
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KICK Camp: Rocket Camp
<p>Three, two, one, blast off! Learn the fundamentals associated with rocketry while gaining and understanding of the principles of aerodynamic stability, rocket propulsion and recovery. Design and build your own straw rocket and enter your design in our KICK straw rocket competition. Take your rocket to the next level by building, decorating and flying your own powerful solid fuel rocket soaring to heights up to 1,000 feet! Lots of fun for everyone and guaranteed to stimulate a sense of accomplishment and improve self-esteem. Campers get to take home all of their rocket creations. Ages 9-15.</p> 2021-04-14 16:00:00 -05007/26/2112:30 p.m.Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of IowaCoralville -
KICK Camp: Rocket Camp
<p>Three, two, one, blast off! Learn the fundamentals associated with rocketry while gaining and understanding of the principles of aerodynamic stability, rocket propulsion and recovery. Design and build your own straw rocket and enter your design in our KICK straw rocket competition. Take your rocket to the next level by building, decorating and flying your own powerful solid fuel rocket soaring to heights up to 1,000 feet! Lots of fun for everyone and guaranteed to stimulate a sense of accomplishment and improve self-esteem. Campers get to take home all of their rocket creations. Ages 9-15.</p> 2021-07-27 16:00:00 -05007/27/2112:30 p.m.Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of IowaCoralville -
KICK Camp: Welding Metal Creations
<p>Make sparks fly this summer. Learn to cut and weld steel using an arc welder and wire welder, just like the pros. Take your project home and show your friends and parents. No prior experience is necessary. Just come ready to create and make sparks fly. Projects will vary. Leather shoes, long sleeves and long pants are required. Ages 11-15. </p> 2021-04-16 16:00:00 -05007/12/2112:30 p.m.Kirkwood Linn County Regional CenterHiawatha -
KICK Camp: Welding Metal Creations
<p>Make sparks fly this summer. Learn to cut and weld steel using an arc welder and wire welder, just like the pros. Take your project home and show your friends and parents. No prior experience is necessary. Just come ready to create and make sparks fly. Projects will vary. Leather shoes, long sleeves and long pants are required. Ages 11-15. </p> 2021-04-16 12:00:00 -05007/12/218:30 a.m.Kirkwood Linn County Regional CenterHiawatha -
KICK Camp: DIY Beauty Products and Girl Talk
<p>Have you ever wondered what exactly goes into the creation of products like foundation, lipstick, bath gel, bath bombs, eyeshadow, or face masks? Join us as we learn how to make all of these things and more. Plus, we’ll have time to chat, get real with one another, and build each other up – whether it’s about school, self-esteem, future careers, and more. Ages 12-15. 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.</p> 2021-04-14 16:00:00 -05006/21/2112:30 p.m.Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of IowaCoralville