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Camp Crafts Thursdays: Suncatcher
<p>kids crafts</p>7/07/222:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Camp Crafts Thursdays: Windchimes
<p>kids crafts</p>7/14/222:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
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Camp Crafts Thursdays: Crowns
<p>kids crafts</p>7/21/222:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Camp Crafts Thursdays: Lanterns
<p>kids crafts</p>7/28/222:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Crafts 4 Kids
<p>This summer, create beyond the beaten path! Each week will feature a new project geared for kids 3-11. </p><p>Crafts 4 Kids meets Tuesdays at 1:30 beginning June 7 and ending July 26.</p> 2022-07-05 14:30:00 -0500
7/05/221:30 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Crafts 4 Kids
<p>This summer, create beyond the beaten path! Each week will feature a new project geared for kids 3-11. </p><p>Crafts 4 Kids meets Tuesdays at 1:30 beginning June 7 and ending July 26.</p> 2022-07-12 14:30:00 -0500
7/12/221:30 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Crafts 4 Kids
<p>This summer, create beyond the beaten path! Each week will feature a new project geared for kids 3-11. </p><p>Crafts 4 Kids meets Tuesdays at 1:30 beginning June 7 and ending July 26.</p> 2022-07-19 14:30:00 -0500
7/19/221:30 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Crafts 4 Kids
<p>This summer, create beyond the beaten path! Each week will feature a new project geared for kids 3-11. </p><p>Crafts 4 Kids meets Tuesdays at 1:30 beginning June 7 and ending July 26.</p> 2022-07-26 14:30:00 -0500
7/26/221:30 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
3rd Annual Community Safety & Wellness Fair
<p>Cedar Rapids Central Church of Christ, Cleveland Area Neighborhood Association - Cedar Rapids, Iowa, and Safe Kids Linn County are proud to host the 3rd Annual Community Safety & Wellness Fair on Saturday, July 16th at Cleveland Park in Cedar Rapids. This year’s fair will run from 10am to 1pm for families in Linn County.</p><p>Admission is FREE. No pre-registration or tickets required. Registration will be at the welcome tents at the event.</p><p>Children and families will have the opportunity to check out safety stations with information on pedestrian and bicycle safety, poison and drug safety, fire safety, and a variety of local agencies providing community resources, including Cedar Rapids Police Department, Cedar Rapids Fire Department, Central Furniture Rescue, Willis Dady, and more. There will be yard games, crafts, and other fun activities for families to participate in.</p><p>Those who attend will have the opportunity to enter to win a car seat, bicycle helmets, gift cards, and other special prizes. Special guests at the fair will include some of our local mascot friends - and a few other surprise guests!</p><p>The Cleveland Area Neighborhood Association welcomes families to enjoy the new playground at Cleveland Park and to join us for a picnic lunch fundraiser. Lunch will be served for the duration of the event (10am to 1pm). Thanks to our awesome sponsors, HyVee Johnson Ave and UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's, this year's lunch will be FREE!</p><p>Donations are always welcome as they will go back to the association to continue to produce free community events in the neighborhood.</p><p>For more information, please send inquiries to clevelandpark108@gmail.com or visit the Cleveland Area Neighborhood Association website at <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.cana108.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1b1XjQKqJ14BNoM9bwqp0HVrm39iOszat0db0Hb_BvqNn4WdTp9OLLw_g&h=AT0cLQWdcpZ8Wo_ADKMzCf58XVnGC70af7xagrI0TsIp2X3YnajUgS-qDTQ6IiC1nYKUA1X92LVrjYeVdHbUqQfGcfT4VSO0Y4mo4d2AAPqiNXnmGuu_FxReJXUfjiMdjw&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT2u1jionaFzUzT5xZx_gAoUP6aAsAwUHqJ2dRTK_s7JOOZDGhdj26DOdNLDfRqwLczjmw3UMUDWFhx834XHYOQD_D-rv8juXHwuCHD0drdJoQ_rKG6B6EBRvdnGYkDwmeakEPTKxBOTyTY07aP5BQMxBoSXMRnnZ_pkVtau0V0EWppL4w" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">www.cana108.com.</a></p><p>FREQUENTLY ASKED QUESTIONS<br>Q: When is the event? Where is the event?<br>A: The fair is scheduled for Saturday, July 16th from 10am to 1pm at Cleveland Park.</p><p>Q: How much does it cost? Who can attend?<br>A: Event admission is free! Registration will be at the event at the welcome table. Children and families of all ages are welcome.</p><p>Q: Is there food?<br>A: There is a picnic lunch served at no cost, which includes a hot dog, chips, cookie, and a bottle of water. Thank you to HyVee Johnson Ave and UnityPoint Health - St. Luke's for making this possible!</p><p>Q: Are there bathrooms?<br>A: Yes, Cleveland Park has a pavilion with restrooms.</p><p>Q: What happens if there is bad weather?<br>A: The fair will be held in the event of good weather or even in slight rain. If there is a risk of severe weather, the fair will be cancelled. It will not be rescheduled in 2022.</p><p>Q: How do I enter to win the prizes?<br>A: To enter to win the prizes, you’ll be asked to submit your “Event Passport” completed with your name and contact information after visiting all of the booths. When you arrive, stop by the registration table to pick up your Event Passport. With the Event Passport, you will need to stop at each booth and get a signature or sticker from a booth representative.</p><p>Q: Who is eligible to win the prizes?<br>A: Prizes will be given away at 12:30pm. You must be present to win.</p><p>Q: What organizations will be represented at the fair?<br>A: Organizations will include, but are not limited to, Cedar Rapids Police Department, Cedar Rapids Fire Department, Willis Dady, and Central Furniture Rescue. More will be annouced at a late date.</p><p>Q: What activities are there?<br>A: There will be booths with kids’ activities and information for families, yard games, and crafts….PLUS the new Cleveland Park playground and splash pad.</p><p>Q: Who do I contact with questions?<br>A: Feel free to contact clevelandpark108@gmail.com and your question will be directed to the best event volunteer.</p> 2022-06-23 13:00:00 -0500
7/16/2210:00 a.m.Cleveland ParkCedar Rapids -
EichenPaint presents DIY Scented Slime Sunday
<p>Time to make some ooey gooey scented slime!</p><p>Welcome all creative kids (and grownups) for a slimy activity! Let your kids make a mess at my place instead of yours!<br>EichenPaint presents: DIY Scented Slime Sunday! Kids of all ages can come (grown up kids, too) anytime during the hours of 11:00AM-1:00PM and for $20 per kit they can make a scented slime with me that they can take with them. Fun scents to choose from will include bubble gum, cola, pink lemonade, marshmallow, cotton candy, or cupcake! I’ll provide all of the materials. Parental supervision required. There will be aprons, but kids are experts at finding mess loopholes, so no need to wear tuxedos or fine silk. Tickets may be purchased in advance and on site. Whether you’re 6 or 96, as long as you have a creative spirit and an open mind, you are welcome to come and make some slime with me!<br>Experience my new studio space!! 1010 3rd St SE, Ste 3, 2nd Floor above Lu’s Deli in the NewBo district. Entrance is on the right side of the building when you’re facing it. </p> 2022-06-20 13:00:00 -0500
7/17/2211:00 p.m.EichenPaintCedar Rapids -
Messy Mondays: Appliances Autopsy
<p>These will be Art or STEM projects. These activities were created with children ages 5-11 in mind. All are welcome. Dress appropriately. We will be taking apart broken appliances and figuring out how they are putt together and work.</p>
7/18/222:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Messy Mondays: Painting Activity
<p>These will be Art or STEM projects. These activities were created with children ages 5-11 in mind. All are welcome. Dress appropriately.</p>
7/11/222:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
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Messy Mondays: Painting Activity
<p>These will be Art or STEM projects. These activities were created with children ages 5-11 in mind. All are welcome. Dress appropriately.</p>
7/25/222:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Tasty Tuesdays and Book Talk: Make Fruit Sparklers
<p>Tracy will show everyone a few of our newest children's books. Following the Book Talk, we'll make a snack together.</p>7/05/222:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Tasty Tuesdays and Book Talk: Mix a Trail Mix
<p>Tracy will show everyone a few of our newest children's books. Following the Book Talk, we'll make a snack together.</p>7/12/222:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Tasty Tuesdays and Book Talk: Make Your Own Ice Cream
<p>Tracy will show everyone a few of our newest children's books. Following the Book Talk, we'll make a snack together.</p>7/19/222:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Tasty Tuesday and Book Talk: Mix S'more on the Go
<p>Tracy will show everyone a few of our newest children's books. Following the Book Talk, we'll make a snack together.</p>7/26/222:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Butterfly Story Time
<p>Celebrate butterflies with story time followed by crafts and activities.</p><p>June 16, Downtown Library, and July 7, Ladd Library, Community Room</p> 2022-04-15 11:30:00 -0500
7/07/2210:00 a.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Kinderfest
<p>A day dedicated to children. You'll find special games, crafts, and events for all ages of children. </p> 2019-03-21 17:00:00 -05007/09/2210:00 a.m.Amana Colonies Convention & Visitor BureauAmana -
Dragons Story Time
<p>Celebrate dragons with story time followed by a craft.</p><p>June 25, Downtown Library, Children’s Program Room, and July 16, Ladd Library, Community Room</p> 2022-04-15 11:30:00 -0500
7/16/2210:00 a.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Series: Folk Crafting With Nature
<h2 data-hook="about">About the Event</h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>This series will walk you through the “how tos” of three different natures based folk art projects, cyanotypes, flower crowns, and one surprise experience. We will then embark on a journey to collect items needed and craft together. You will leave with completed projects to utilize yourself or share with friends and family. You will feel confident recreating these pieces of art for years to come! </p><p><br></p><p>This series includes these 3 classes:</p><ul><li> July 23: Folk Prints: Printing with Sunlight- Create ethereal images out of natural found items, to share or keep for yourself. </li><li>September 22: Flower Crown Workshop- Celebrate the Autumnal equinox by creating a wearable flower crown in honor of the bounty of summer.</li><li>TBD </li></ul><p>THINGS TO BRING </p><ul><li>Standard attire and sun protection for hands-on outdoor learning: hat, jeans, sunscreen. </li><li>A notebook and a pen/pencil for writing and drawing (optional).</li></ul><p><br></p><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $60 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Save 20%</strong> by registering here for all 3 classes in the series.</p><p><br></p><p>Harvest Preserve and Backyard Abundance members receive a 10% discount.</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.backyardabundance.org/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Backyard Abundance membership</a>.</li><li><a href="https://www.harvestpreserve.org/membership-volunteer" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Harvest Preserve membership.</a></li></ul><p>INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</p><p>We need a minimum of 10 attendees to host the classes. <strong>Please invite friends and family</strong> to ensure the events happen as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.</p><p><br></p><p>EDUCATOR</p><p>Annie Ventullo, is a folk crafter, mushroom hunter, and lover of the woods. When she isn't playing with forest found items, she is a practicing ecotherapist and death doula. </p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>Local Parks around the Iowa City area. </p><p><br></p><p>COVID-19</p><p>The event is held outside. Masks are optional. We will try to maintain 6' distancing.</p><p><br></p><p>SPONSORS AND PARTNERS</p><p>This class was developed in collaboration with many community partners using grant funding from the Johnson County Community Foundation and the Roy A. Hunt Foundation. It would not be possible without these sponsors and supporters. Please frequent these generous organizations to thank them for donations of time, materials, and funds.</p><ul><li>-<a href="https://cfjc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Johnson County Community Foundation</a></li><li>-<a href="https://rahuntfdn.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Roy A. Hunt Foundation</a></li><li>-<a href="https://www.icgov.org/?id=1082" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department</a></li><li>-<a href="https://100grannies.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">100 Grannies</a></li><li>-<a href="https://www.earlmay.com/locations/iowa-city-iowa" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Earl May Garden Center</a></li><li>-<a href="https://www.extension.iastate.edu/johnson/master-gardener-program" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Master Gardeners of Johnson County</a></li><li>-<a href="https://www.newpi.coop/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">New Pioneer Food Co-op</a></li></ul></div></div> 2022-04-18 13:55:00 -0500
7/23/2211:55 a.m.Hubbard ParkIowa City -
CRBT Movies on the Riverbank | Sing 2
<p>Please join us for our 17th summer of moonlight, movies, food and free family fun under the stars in Downtown Cedar Rapids! Gates open at 7pm. Kids' Activities begin at 7pm. Movie begins at dusk.</p><p><strong>Feature Movie on August 13th:<br>Sing 2 (2021 - PG - 110 minutes)</strong></p><p>Buster Moon and his friends must persuade reclusive rock star Clay Calloway to join them for the opening of a new show. </p><p>Additional Event Details:</p><p>• The event is free and open to the public.<br>• On-street parking is available.</p><p>Please visit our website for additional event details: crbt.com/movies. Proudly sponsored by Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust. Media Partner is Z102.9.</p> 2021-05-19 23:15:00 -0500
8/13/227:00 p.m.McGrath AmphitheatreCedar Rapids -
Preschool Story Time
<p>Designed for kiddos aged 3-5 but open to all, Preschool Story Time is a half hour of books, songs, and activities followed by a craft.</p> 2022-07-28 10:30:00 -05007/28/2210:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Preschool Story Time
<p>Designed for kiddos aged 3-5 but open to all, Preschool Story Time is a half hour of books, songs, and activities followed by a craft.</p> 2022-07-07 10:30:00 -05007/07/2210:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Preschool Story Time
<p>Designed for kiddos aged 3-5 but open to all, Preschool Story Time is a half hour of books, songs, and activities followed by a craft.</p> 2022-07-14 10:30:00 -05007/14/2210:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
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Preschool Story Time
<p>Designed for kiddos aged 3-5 but open to all, Preschool Story Time is a half hour of books, songs, and activities followed by a craft.</p> 2022-07-21 10:30:00 -05007/21/2210:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
The Art of Paper Cutting
<ul><li><strong>Let's Get Creative. Join us on Saturday, July 16, 9:30-11:30 am at </strong>St. Paul’s UMC Art Space Classroom, third floor (1340 3rd Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids). An introduction to the art of paper cutting. Participants will view examples of paper cutting from various cultures, practice using a craft knife with a pre-printed design, and then create their own original design. Cost includes materials: cutting mat, blades, and paper, all to take home and continue your creativity.</li><li>Cost: $25 per person (limit 10 participants)</li><li>Registration required by calling church office. Confirmation will be received when fee is paid.</li></ul> 2022-06-23 11:30:00 -0500
7/16/229:30 a.m.St. Paul's United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
In the Middle: Paint a Ceramic Garden Gnome
<p>Meet your new friendly garden gnome that will be residing at your house. Give your gnome some flair with a personal paint job. Registration is required <strong>here</strong> and begins June 24.</p><p>This event is for tweens 9-12 years of age.</p> 2022-04-26 11:00:00 -0500
7/14/2210:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Metta Yoga at Prairiewoods
<p>Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga from the spiritual environment and natural beauty of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructor Heather English offers gentle/beginner’s yoga every Monday and Thursday. (Please note that yoga will not meet in the evening this summer.) People of all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to participate whenever available. Heather began practicing yoga for the mental health benefits and became a yoga instructor in order to share these amazing benefits with others. She is inspired by the potential that a regular yoga practice has for impacting so many areas of life. In fact, it was her yoga training that motivated her to begin crafting as a career, to share her crafting with others, and to regularly explore the intersection of yoga and creativity. Let’s see how Heather can help us benefit from yoga! Yoga meets in person at Prairiewoods. The cost is $99 for an eleven-punch card or $60 for a six-punch card, one punch per session. Registration for each session is required at least two hours before class time. For more information or to register, contact Heather at harbaugh@hotmail.com or 319-389-1463.</p> 2022-08-29 11:45:00 -0500
8/29/229:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Metta Yoga at Prairiewoods
<p>Experience the healing powers of meditative yoga from the spiritual environment and natural beauty of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Join us as we link our movements with our breath and cultivate strength, flexibility and relaxation through regular hatha-style yoga classes. RYT-200 Hour Certified Yoga Alliance Instructor Heather English offers gentle/beginner’s yoga every Monday and Thursday. (Please note that yoga will not meet in the evening this summer.) People of all fitness levels and abilities are encouraged to participate whenever available. Heather began practicing yoga for the mental health benefits and became a yoga instructor in order to share these amazing benefits with others. She is inspired by the potential that a regular yoga practice has for impacting so many areas of life. In fact, it was her yoga training that motivated her to begin crafting as a career, to share her crafting with others, and to regularly explore the intersection of yoga and creativity. Let’s see how Heather can help us benefit from yoga! Yoga meets in person at Prairiewoods. The cost is $99 for an eleven-punch card or $60 for a six-punch card, one punch per session. Registration for each session is required at least two hours before class time. For more information or to register, contact Heather at harbaugh@hotmail.com or 319-389-1463.</p> 2022-08-22 11:45:00 -0500
8/22/229:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha