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Fondant Cakes and Easy Cutout Designs
<p>Students will learn the fundamental techniques for building a structurally sound cake and the skills necessary to decorate it with ease. Each student will learn to bake and decorate their own two-layer cake to take home after the final class. </p><p>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><p><br></p> 2018-12-10 20:00:00 -06002/28/196:00 p.m.The Hotel at Kirkwood CenterCedar Rapids -
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Whisky Appreciation: World Whisky
<p>Explore how local laws can affect the production and taste of whiskey from across the world. Review the distillation and fermentation process, discuss the difference between blended whiskey and single malt whisky, and investigate distilleries from around the globe. Learn about whiskey and food pairing principles and end the course with a delightful tasting of Asia and European whisky. Must be 21 or older. Materials fee $25 <span> </span>payable to instructor at class.</p><p>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><p><br></p> 2018-12-10 20:00:00 -06002/28/196:00 p.m.The Kirkwood CenterCedar Rapids -
Sushi II
<p>Building on the Sushi I course, we’ll continue to expand our knowledge of Japanese ingredients and techniques and incorporate those into our lesson. We will make jumbo rolls, inside out rolls, and a few Japanese condiments.</p><p>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> 2018-12-10 14:00:00 -06002/23/1912:00 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Tom Kha Gai: Thai Chicken Coconut Soup
<p>Tom Kha Gai is a popular Thai soup made with coconut milk and is similar to a curry. The soup is creamy and rich with a little spice and well-balanced flavor. Students will also learn to make a stir-fried chicken dish in addition to the soup.</p><p><strong>Please read: </strong><span> </span>“BOGO” offerings are priced for two participants. Only one person has to register and pay for the class. The second participant will be required to register during the first meeting time of the class. Please bring an empty container to take home extra food from the class.</p><p>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> 2018-12-10 20:00:00 -06002/19/196:00 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Family History: Introduction to Genealogy
<p>Family history is so much more than names on a tree. Genealogy tells us about the stories of our family history and the stuff they left behind. This course will introduce you to the research strategies and the tools that are needed to get an in-depth look at your family history and how to organize, find, and store it. This is a "hands on" experience and requires basic computer knowledge. Please bring a USB memory stick to class.</p><p><strong>Please read: </strong><span> </span>Please bring a USB memory stick. No class 3/2/19.</p><p>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> 2018-12-10 13:00:00 -06002/23/1910:00 a.m.Kirkwood Continuing Education Training CenterCedar Rapids -
Finding Solid Ground - Women Of Divorce
<p>Ladies, are you going through a divorce? Or, have you already experienced a divorce and you’re struggling?</p><p><strong><em>Then this comprehensive afternoon of pampering, information, and inspiration is for you.</em></strong></p><p>In collaboration with Mississippi Valley Associates Thrivent Community and Nurture Her Soul’s Mandy Sullivan, this afternoon will equip you and nurture you.</p><p><strong><span>PAMPERING</span></strong> includes a glass of wine/beverage, a gift bag, appetizers, door prizes, live music, makeup tips, style tips, breathing techniques, and even hand massages!</p><p><strong>INFORMATION</strong> includes a panel of experts in things like finance, law, and therapy for you and your children.</p><p><strong><span>INSPIRATION</span></strong> includes keynote Christian women’s speaker and 2nd-time wife Mandy Sullivan, live music with <a href="https://www.facebook.com/aaronwarnermusic/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Aaron Warner</a>, and an available prayer room. Mandy will share her story of divorce with humor, honesty, hope, and redemption. And a very fun game!</p><p><strong><span>WHAT ELSE?</span></strong> Several vendors will be there selling a variety of beautiful products and offering services. (No Thrivent products will be sold at this event)</p><p> Divorcing and divorced girlfriends, you don’t want to miss this one of a kind, special event!</p><p>Share a printable poster with your girlfriends and coworkers by clicking <a href="http://www.nurturehersoul.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/12/Thrivent.pdf" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><strong><span>HERE.</span></strong></a></p><p>Check out the Thrivent Mississippi Valley Community page about this event by clicking <a href="https://connect.thrivent.com/mississippi-valley-associates/events/?id=8770" rel="noopener" target="_blank"><strong><span>HERE!</span></strong></a> Thank you, <a href="https://www.facebook.com/Michele.Traver.Thrivent/" rel="noopener" target="_blank">Michele Traver!</a> ♥</p><ul><li><strong>All of this for only $25</strong></li><li><strong>Sunday, February 24</strong></li><li><strong>2:00pm to 5:30pm</strong></li><li><strong>1:30 for registration and gathering!</strong></li><li><strong>THE HOTEL – KIRKWOOD CENTER. </strong></li></ul> 2018-12-11 17:30:00 -0600
2/24/191:30 p.m.The Kirkwood CenterCedar Rapids -
Artisan Bread Basics: Mixing and Rising
<p>In this class, we will go over how to properly mix the dough and what to look for in the initial rise of the dough. You will each leave the class with enough dough to shape and bake two loaves of bread in your own oven at home.</p><p>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> 2018-12-10 20:00:00 -06002/25/196:00 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Italian Classic: Risotto
<p>Perfect your risotto technique by making two different risotto recipes in class. You will make a mushroom and a Butternut Squash Ris</p><p><strong>Please read: </strong><span> </span>“BOGO” offerings are priced for two participants. Only one person has to register and pay for the class. The second participant will be required to register during the first meeting of the class. Ages 16 and up with an adult.</p><p>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> 2018-12-10 20:00:00 -06002/28/196:00 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Advanced Fishing Techniques
<p>This course will cover species specific fishing instruction for Bass and Northern Pike through a discussion of seasonal movements and activities of the fish. Advanced techniques covered include: map reading, boat position, and lure angles. Class will include a discussion of different fishing tournaments and tournament situations. This class is designed for both the hobbyist fisher and the advanced level tournament angler.</p><p><span> </span>“BOGO” offerings are priced for two participants. Only one person has to register and pay for the class. The second participant will be required to register during the first meeting time of the class. Ages 8 and up with an adult.</p><p>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><p><br></p> 2018-12-10 20:30:00 -06003/12/196:30 p.m.Kirkwood Center for Lifelong LearningCedar Rapids -
The Superpowers of Genealogy
<p>This course will take an in-depth look at the three “superpowers” of Genealogy research and databases: Ancestry.com, Familysearch.org, and the Rootsmagic database. These three programs are able to exchange information; Rootsmagic is your home base. You will learn how the programs can be used together. Participation in “Family History: Introduction to Genealogy” course strongly preferred before taking this hands-on course. Basic computer knowledge is required. Please bring a USB memory stick.</p><p>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> 2018-12-10 21:00:00 -06003/07/196:30 p.m.Kirkwood Center for Lifelong LearningCedar Rapids -
Date Night: "Vin et Fromage" (Wine and Cheese)
<p>Beginning with a brief lecture on the culture of consumption and why wine and cheese work so well together, this course will primarily involve a structured tasting of 4 to 6 different wines and a wide selection of different style cheeses, including a discussion on how the flavors work well together. Ages 21 and up. </p><p><strong>Please read: </strong><span> </span>“BOGO” offerings are priced for two participants. Only one person has to register and pay for the class. The second participant will be required to register during the first meeting time of the class. Must be 21 to attend.</p><p>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> 2018-12-10 18:00:00 -06003/02/194:00 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
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Healthy Habits for Simple Living
<p>The key to an organized life is replacing old, ineffective habits with positive new routines that build on your strengths as a visual or minimalistic person. Learn to create successful routines that are a breeze to maintain. Create balance.</p><p>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> 2018-12-10 20:00:00 -06003/18/196:00 p.m.Kirkwood Regional CenterCoralville -
How to Build a High-Performance Home
<p>How much does it cost to build an energy-efficient home? How do we get the most benefit from our budget, and what can we do for an existing home? This two-day course provides an excellent overview of what you need to know to build an energy-efficient home, from upgrades costing only a few hundred dollars, up to a net zero energy home. The first day focuses on design, space planning and the building science that makes homes efficient. The second day focuses on building techniques, materials, performance testing, and using the newly released Appraisal Institute tool to manage lender appraisals. You’ll see and feel samples of alternative, high-performance materials and learn how they work. Updated this year will be a discussion of small homes, and how they can live bigger than they are.</p><p><strong>Please read: </strong><span> </span>“BOGO” offerings are priced for two participants. Only one person has to register and pay for the class. The second participant will be required to register during the first meeting time of the class.</p><p>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> 2018-12-10 19:30:00 -06003/05/196:00 p.m.Kirkwood Regional CenterCoralville -
Chevron Beaded Bracelet through Kirkwood
<p>Use Toho seed beads to learn ladder stitch and chevron stitch to make a quick and simple bracelet that has high impact. You will use one color of larger beads for the base and then embellish it with slightly smaller beads in three colors. The "V" shape is stunning. No experience needed. </p><p><em>Registration is through Kirkwood Community College. Register at: </em><a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/">www.kirkwood.edu</a><em> and go to Continuing Education and then search for Beadology Iowa under the instructor search. On site registrations will be taken if registration through Kirkwood meets minimum requirements of two participants. </em>Instructor: Karen Kubby.</p><p><strong>$30 instructor fee/$30 materials fee.</strong></p> 2019-01-26 16:00:00 -0600
2/19/191:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Artisan Bread Basics: Fermentation and Starters
<p>In this class, we will talk about what is going on inside a sourdough starter and how to begin and maintain your own at home. Learn what to look for in a healthy starter, how to properly feed a starter, and how to make your own from scratch. After we make some sourdough starters in class, we will try out a few recipes.</p><p>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> 2018-12-10 20:00:00 -06003/04/196:00 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Tribute to Heroes Dinner
<p>Join us for our kickoff event for the Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival to celebrate everyday heroes! Enjoy live music, a silent auction and an amazing plated meal in the ballroom at the Hotel at Kirkwood, to witness the inspirational and heartwarming stores of local heroes. Single tickets are $45 per person, or you may purchase a table of 10 for $400.</p> 2017-11-30 21:00:00 -0600
6/20/196:00 p.m.The Hotel at Kirkwood CenterCedar Rapids -
Make Your Own Mozzarella and Ricotta
<p>Nothing compares to fresh, homemade mozzarella and ricotta cheeses. Come learn how to make mozzarella and ricotta cheeses using different milks and techniques, then take some home with you to enjoy with some fresh bread and sliced tomatoes or on your homemade pizzas</p><p>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> 2018-12-10 20:30:00 -06003/13/196:00 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Thai Street Food: A Different Kind of Pho
<p>Made with roasted pork, wontons, and egg noodles, this delicious Thai soup is as authentic as anything you’d find on a street corner in Bangkok. This recipe is authentic and requires a lot of steps, which is why most people buy this soup from a street vendor rather than make it at home. Do you think you have what it takes to make this delicious dish?</p><p>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> 2018-12-10 16:00:00 -06003/09/1912:00 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Cooking for Two: Skillet-Glazed Pork Chops
<p>We’ll make Iowa pork chops with a sweet maple cider glaze, and buttermilk mashed potatoes. Dessert will be provided.</p><p><span> </span>"BOGO" offerings are priced for two participants. Only one person has to register and pay for the class. The second participant will be required to register during the first meeting time of the class.</p><p>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><p><br></p> 2018-12-10 18:00:00 -06003/16/194:00 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Cooking for Two: Soups
<p>Hearty chicken noodle soup and a southwestern-style corn chowder with chorizo and chilis.</p><p><span> </span>"BOGO" offerings are priced for two participants. Only one person has to register and pay for the class. The second participant will be required to register during the first meeting time of the class.</p><p>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> 2018-12-10 20:00:00 -06003/05/196:00 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Cold-Climate Wines
<p>Wines? From Iowa? That’s the response you’ll get from anyone in California, or most anywhere else, for that matter. But that’s because they haven’t heard about the latest grape-breeding developments from viticulturists in places like Minnesota and New York State. Cold-climate wines have blossomed from the old days of Catawba and Concord into exciting new varietals, such as La Crescent, Marquette, Petite Pearl, and Verona. With these raw materials, and rapidly developing knowledge about how to grow and treat cold-hardy wine grapes, our region is beginning to produce outstanding table wine. In this course, we’ll discuss and sample some of the best of the Midwest (with a peek at New York as well).</p><p>Must be 21 or older to attend. “BOGO” offerings are priced for two participants. Only one person has to register and pay for the class. The second participant will be required to register during the first meeting time of the class.</p><p>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> 2018-12-10 20:00:00 -06003/23/196:00 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
The Art of Wood Carving
<p>Cedar Valley Woodcarvers with the Corridor Woodturners present their annual show, including lathe and carving demos, exhibits, and sales. </p> 2019-01-16 16:00:00 -06003/02/1910:00 a.m.Kirkwood Training & Ourreach ServicesHiawatha -
League of Women Voters Legislative Forum
<p>The 2019 League of Women Voters Linn County Legislative Forums will be from 10 a.m.to noon, beginning a half hour earlier than in previous years. </p><p>The Saturday, March 16 forum will be the Kirkwood Community College Regional Center, 1770 Boyson Rd. in Hiawatha. There will be no forum in April because of the Easter and Passover holidays.</p><p>Senators Rob Hogg, Liz Mathis, Todd Taylor and Dan Zumbach and Representatives Liz Bennett, Molly Donahue, Tracy Ehlert, Ashley Hinson, Kirsten Running-Marquardt, Art Staed, and Louis Zumbach have been invited. </p><p>These free public forums are a venue for state representatives and senators to discuss issues of concern and to answer questions from constituents.</p><p><br></p> 2019-01-03 12:00:00 -0600
3/16/1910:00 a.m.Kirkwood Training & Ourreach ServicesHiawatha