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YMCA Monster Mash
<p>Come dressed as your favorite ghoul or goblin. Participate in the Monster Dash and Costume Contest Make creepy crafts and monster paws! Enjoy a spooky swim, cake walk and more! All children under the age of 9 must be accompanied by an adult. YMCA Members - Free Community Members $5.00 per child (adults free)</p><p><br></p> 2019-10-07 20:00:00 -050010/18/196:00 p.m.Stoney Point YMCACedar Rapids -
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 -
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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 -
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 -
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 -
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 -
Pumpkins, Pumpkins, Pumpkins
<p>Enjoy a lovely fall day at the orchard! Take a stroll through one of our pumpkin patches to pick out the perfect pumpkin for everyone in the family. Load em up on the trailer and bring it to our carving station, we’ll take care of the mess!</p> 2019-10-10 18:00:00 -0500
10/19/1910:00 a.m.Wilson's OrchardIowa City -
Pumpkins, Pumpkins, Pumpkins
<p>Enjoy a lovely fall day at the orchard! Take a stroll through one of our pumpkin patches to pick out the perfect pumpkin for everyone in the family. Load em up on the trailer and bring it to our carving station, we’ll take care of the mess!</p> 2019-10-20 18:00:00 -0500
10/20/1910:00 a.m.Wilson's OrchardIowa City -
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 -
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 -
Baby & Me Storytime featuring Moo (Peek-a-Flap)
<p>Baby & Me Storytime continues for caregivers and children 0-24 months old. Join us as we read a book and participate in activities featuring sensory growth for your little ones. Plus, get a coupon for a $2 off a grande Starbucks Pumpkin Spiced Latte.</p> 2019-10-02 11:30:00 -0500
10/20/1911:00 a.m.Barnes and NobleCedar Rapids -
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> 2019-10-18 11:00:00 -0500
10/18/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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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 -
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 -
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> 2019-10-25 11:00:00 -0500
10/25/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Trinity Lutheran Church Trunk or Treat
<p>Please join us at Trinity Lutheran Church in Walford for a family friendly event! Plan to dress up in your favorite costume and join us for Trunk or Treat! </p><p>The event will be located in the church so the event will be comfortable. Come in your Halloween Costume ready to trick or treat, participate in games and crafts. We'll have snacks, hot chocolate and apple cider to warm you!</p><p>All are encouraged to join in the fun - See you there!</p> 2019-09-28 17:00:00 -0500
10/27/193:00 p.m.Trinity Lutheran ChurchWalford -
Family Music Class - 4th Saturday
<p>Join <a href="http://mymusiconthemove.com/"><strong>Music on the Move</strong></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"><strong>2nd & 4th Saturdays</strong> at<strong> 9:15 AND 10:15 am</strong>. <a href="https://www.schedulicity.com/scheduling/MOTGNS/">Register online</a> or call<span> </span><span title="Call with Google Voice">(319) 849-8288</span><span> </span>to reserve your seat. </p><p dir="ltr">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!</p> 2019-10-26 10:00:00 -0500
10/26/199:15 a.m.Unity Center of Cedar RapidsCedar Rapids -
Family Music Class - 4th Saturday
<p>Join <a href="http://mymusiconthemove.com/"><strong>Music on the Move</strong></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"><strong>2nd & 4th Saturdays</strong> at<strong> 9:15 AND 10:15 am</strong>. <a href="https://www.schedulicity.com/scheduling/MOTGNS/">Register online</a> or call<span> </span><span title="Call with Google Voice">(319) 849-8288</span><span> </span>to reserve your seat. </p><p dir="ltr">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!</p> 2019-10-26 11:00:00 -0500
10/26/1910:15 a.m.Unity Center of Cedar RapidsCedar Rapids -
Drag Storytime & Costume Ball!
<p>Join us for a special Halloween-themed Drag Storytime with some of Iowa City's finest drags queens and kings! Wear your costume or wear whatever dress-up clothes you'd like! After storytime, head to the Storytime Room for rainbow pumpkin Halloween crafts!</p> 2019-10-09 14:00:00 -0500
10/27/191:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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 -
Bilingual Storytime: Feliz Halloween!
<p>For today's Storytime we will celebrate Halloween in English and Spanish! Spanish Creative Writing MFA Graduate Angela Pico Pinto will lead us in books, rhymes and songs in both languages! </p> 2019-10-09 11:00:00 -050010/26/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Studio Experience Workshop--Glass Ornaments and Holiday Trees
<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><h5><strong>Studio Experience</strong>: Holiday Trees and Glass Ornaments</h5><h5>Date: Saturday, <strong>November 16th</strong></h5><h5>Time: 10:30 am-1:00 </h5><h5>Cost is $35 per person</h5> 2019-01-16 12:00:00 -0600
11/16/1910:30 a.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
Studio Experience Workshop--Glass Picture Frame and Cocoa Mug
<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><h5><strong>Studio Experience</strong>: Cocoa Mugs and Glass Picture Frames</h5><h5>Date: Saturday, <strong>December 21st</strong></h5><h5>Time: 10:30 am-1:00 </h5><h5>Cost is $35 per person</h5> 2019-01-16 12:00:00 -0600
12/21/1910:30 a.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
AirFX Halloween Costume Party
<p>Feel like you're too old to go trick-or-treating but still want to dress up? Need something for the kids to do on Halloween night that's safe and fun for the whole family? Come join us October 31st for this very special event! This is a night of fun filled activities for the whole family. We will be introducing our new portable rock wall and bungee jump for the first time ever. There will be a costume contest at 7:30pm along with other games throughout the night with chances to win prizes! For kids 6 and under there will be a special Halloween event from 9am-11am. Bring your little ghouls in dressed costume. Space is limited so order your tickets online early at www.AirFXCR.com</p> 2019-09-26 20:30:00 -0500
10/31/196:30 p.m.AirFX Trampoline ParkHiawatha -
Family Workshop-- Ceramic Leaf Bowls
<p>Leaf Bowls</p><p>Nature makes the most beautiful things—-use leaf inspiration from your favorite tree, or pick from one in our studio. Then create a clay bowl to remind you of fall all year round.</p><p>**kids ages 8 and under MUST be accompanied by an adult**</p><p><a data-initialized="true" href="https://theceramicscenter.secure.force.com/events/CnP_PaaS_EVT__ExternalRegistrationPage?event_id=a0J0W00000cJBH6UAO" target="_blank"></a></p><h5>Saturday, October 26th </h5><h5>2:00 PM—3:30 PM</h5><h5>Cost: $18</h5> 2019-01-17 15:30:00 -0600
10/26/192:00 p.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
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Sunday Fun Day: Rainbow Mini-Pumpkins
<p>Halloween is all about dressing up and expressing yourself! Following a special Sunday afternoon Drag Storytime and Costume Ball, we are creating rainbow mini-pumpkins. Use all of the colors of the rainbow to decorate your own!</p> 2019-10-09 16:00:00 -050010/27/192:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Wheel Try It! Extended Day Workshops on the wheel!
<h5><strong><em>Wheel Try It Sessions: Extended Wheel Class</em></strong></h5><p>This is a one-time class. For this session we will assist you in learning how to center the clay on the wheel and how to create cups and bowls, with more in-depth demonstrations. This class is more about the process of working with the wheel than a specific project, this is great class for kids and parents who are interested in developing a set of skills for working with clay. Each participant will complete at least 1-2 cups or bowls. All materials, tools and instruction from our knowledgeable staff are included. Minimum age is 9 years old. All skill levels are welcome</p><p>Group and personal instruction both take place in these workshops. This is a great way for kids and parents alike who are interested in developing a higher set of skills when working with clay --without the commitment of an eight week class.</p><p>Clay, tool, firing, and instruction from our knowledgeable staff are included. We'll introduce you to the potter's wheel and help you create a piece that we will then fire and glaze for you to take home. Projects will be available for pickup 2-3 weeks later. <strong>Cost is $35 per person and class is from 10:30 am – 1:00pm</strong></p> 2019-11-02 12:00:00 -0500
11/02/1910:30 a.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
Wheel Try It! Extended Day Workshops on the wheel!
<h5><strong><em>Wheel Try It Sessions: Extended Wheel Class</em></strong></h5><p>This is a one-time class. For this session we will assist you in learning how to center the clay on the wheel and how to create cups and bowls, with more in-depth demonstrations. This class is more about the process of working with the wheel than a specific project, this is great class for kids and parents who are interested in developing a set of skills for working with clay. Each participant will complete at least 1-2 cups or bowls. All materials, tools and instruction from our knowledgeable staff are included. Minimum age is 9 years old. All skill levels are welcome</p><p>Group and personal instruction both take place in these workshops. This is a great way for kids and parents alike who are interested in developing a higher set of skills when working with clay --without the commitment of an eight week class.</p><p>Clay, tool, firing, and instruction from our knowledgeable staff are included. We'll introduce you to the potter's wheel and help you create a piece that we will then fire and glaze for you to take home. Projects will be available for pickup 2-3 weeks later. <strong>Cost is $35 per person and class is from 10:30 am – 1:00pm</strong></p> 2019-12-07 12:00:00 -0600
12/07/1910:30 a.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
Tannebaum Forest
<p>SA forest of decorated trees, nativity, 15 ft German pyramid and Santa. </p><p>Nov 29-Dec 22 Weekends only</p><p>See festivalsinamana.com for dates and times</p><p><br></p> 2019-03-28 17:00:00 -0500
11/29/1910:00 a.m.Festhalle BarnAmana -
ORCHESTRA IOWA POPS III: DISNEY IN CONCERT
<h5>A TRULY MAGICAL EXPERIENCE!</h5><p>Orchestra Iowa is proud to present Disney’s Magical Music from the Movies, featuring four Broadway caliber vocalists, clips from iconic Disney movies like <em>Frozen</em>, <em>Beauty & the Beast</em>, <em>Mary Poppins</em> plus more, a scripted narrative presented by the singers & Maestro Hankewich, and some of the best known film music in cinematic history. We invite you to be enchanted with this full-length concert and enjoy your favorite Disney songs in a whole new way. . . live in concert!</p><p><br></p><h5>TICKET DETAILS</h5><p>Students age 17 & under or in College are eligible for half-off tickets. Subject to availability. Zones 2-5 Only. Some other restrictions may apply.</p><p>Student & College Tickets MUST be purchased through at the Ticket Office by phone at 319-366-8203 or in-person at 119 Third Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401.</p>2/22/202:30 p.m.PARAMOUNT THEATRECedar Rapids