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Wild Hogs Saloon & Eatery -Swing Gnome-Cork N Canvas Iowa

<p>Support two Local small businesses with one event at Wild Hogs Saloon & Eatery (350 Commercial Dr Walford, Iowa). Eat Local, Drink Local & Paint Local. 16x20inch canvas and all your supplies at Cork N Canvas Iowa. Purchase tickets online: Classes for adults 18+ Events hosted across the Eastern Iowa area at various neighborhood locations, ensuring one is near you and supporting the communities where you live and work. Show your support as well; enjoy drinks and dinner before or while you paint. Pop in early to have dinner! All your supplies (canvas, paints, brushes and apron) are provided for you.<br>Please note: Events are 18 and over only, events are for adults and will contain adult language and content. Classes are limited in size, please make sure to buy your ticket to make sure you have a spot. You email is your ticket.</p><p>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, however, and you may let someone of your own choosing use your ticket in your absence. Cancellations should be made by email only. If you need to cancel or move your reservation you must 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. *All cancellation issues must be resolved through email. * In the event of bad weather, snow day, ice, even floods, 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.</p><p>Any questions please email Amanda Happel, Cork N Canvas Iowa Mobile Painting Studio<br>319-929-4300<br>Email: Cork.n.Canvas.iowa@gmail.com<br>Website: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.CorknCanvasIowa.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1r-jE-3Zq40EU4wMV-bSpiFvGzb8Rhs1cUvNgP5yzP3UEHu-445cXR_B0&h=AT32ae6IFt7JXxD6koOqm-cxAQWaIlg6JAh_jQLxn7EJYUsuoZ1GlJomi4V0FhqFDRRTf6r35dJYE4hDysMYrxZibboSz6MROMgSNedug_LItkj_mR-gUjcK7m-BzBgFVw&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT0qMgHggKLTTi9FKZK0IKi9WfpYWr2gU3APuPP__GY2wryW71BWVkJRowzgQtfAT7ikLEnIhCbNqlSx22WjZC1mEVtMlqJqdexIpCtgH9gWqro2GFCdWqsXDZZu-mT5jNQPxvwyoCcaPZlO_nnf9Fw05LK1GF1w-dFFrv2uHg8nHIG1LQ" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">www.CorknCanvasIowa.com</a> & Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CorkNCanvasIowa/?__cft__[0]=AZWrLJSPVx3Dlpgnyd2yID0dTuim0hcv9KeN-ovxz7Fr-vrsgNmiPOoq_hqzPJrPvegzGH9BbOLsPttMnQN4im8GstlZwM2LcA17EHh5_BYB7V3-ExSRwT5FI5lhNmuVlvkyB_zxU0lloON8OFmTsfdvHVJnX4Dj-VRhTZIbIgstug&__tn__=q" tabindex="0">https://www.facebook.com/CorkNCanvasIowa</a><br>Locally Owned Eastern Iowa Company since 2014</p>

6/21/22 2022-06-21 18:00:00 -0500

6:00 p.m.

Wild Hogs Saloon & Eatery
Walford

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Wings Over Iowa

<p><strong>NGPA (National Gay Pilots Association) will be hosting an “aviation block party” where youth and the entire local community are invited to get up close and personal with members and their aircraft. Aviation exhibits, live music, food trucks and some local vendors will be on hand. The event is free but donations are encouraged.</strong></p> 2022-05-25 16:00:00 -0500

6/05/22 2022-06-05 11:00:00 -0500

11:00 a.m.

UPS at the Eastern Iowa Airport - CID
Cedar Rapids

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Courage Ride

<h5>COURAGE RIDE, HONORING THE LIFE OF SETH BAILEY, IS AN ANNUAL BIKE RIDE WITH MULTIPLE ROUTES OPTIONS THROUGH THE BEAUTIFUL AMISH COUNTRYSIDE NEAR IOWA CITY AND KALONA.</h5><h5>COURAGE RIDE IS DEDICATED TO IMPROVING THE LIVES OF THOSE AFFECTED BY SARCOMA CANCER.</h5><h5>Proceeds benefit the Sarcoma Cancer Research Program at the University of Iowa Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center.</h5><p>Courage Ride, an annual charity bike ride benefiting the University of Iowa’s sarcoma cancer research program, will be held Saturday, August 13th at Big Grove Brewery and Taproom in Iowa City. A virtual ride option is also available.</p><p>Five routes will take riders through the scenic Amish countryside near Hills and Kalona and out as far as North English and Millersburg, Iowa.</p><p>Courage Ride honors the life of Seth Bailey, a courageous young man who died at age 25 from sarcoma cancer in 2003. His parents, Jackie and Tom Bailey partnered with Bicyclists of Iowa City (BIC) in 2005 to create a ride that all levels of bicyclists can enjoy.</p><p>Courge Ride organizers anticipate between 500 to 600 bicyclists to register for the event. Beginning at 6:00 a.m., bicyclists will travel on 5 different routes. Routes from Big Grove include lengths of 18, 38 (Seth Bailey Courage Loop), 57, 86 or 100 (The Tom Bailey Century) miles.</p><p>Bicyclists can also participate in a silent auction featuring items from a variety of area businesses, organizations and craftsmen.</p><p>Proceeds Support Sarcoma Cancer Research</p><p>All proceeds from Courage Ride go to the University of Iowa Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center Sarcoma Research Program. Over the past 17 years, Courage Ride has raised over $725,000 for sarcoma cancer research.</p><p>To date, Courage Ride proceeds have seeded numerous sarcoma cancer research grants. Many of those grants have evolved into promising, larger scale research studies. This newfound momentum in the Sarcoma Research Program has created a lot of enthusiasm among researchers, investigators, doctors and cancer care providers at the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center. The results are leading to new advancements, new partnerships and attracting some of the best research talent in the nation. Patient lives are improved as a result of these research studies and the Holden Comprehensive Cancer Center is gaining worldwide recognition for its expertise in advancing sarcoma research.</p><p>Courage Ride’s mission is more crucial than ever considering that funding for cancer research has been shrinking over the past 10 years, according to the American Association for Cancer Research. Yet cancer remains one of the nation’s costliest diseases. The American Cancer Society’s 2022 estimates for soft tissue sarcomas in the United States (these statistics include both adults and children) project that 13,130 new soft tissue sarcomas will be diagnosed (7,470 cases in males and 5,660 cases in females) and 5,270 Americans (2,840 males and 2,430 females) are expected to die of soft tissue sarcomas. Over 100 adults and children in Iowa are diagnosed with sarcoma each year. Sarcoma receives one to two percent of all cancer research funding.</p><p>Discount For Early Registration</p><p>Registration is now open. Early adult registration is $75 (through Friday, August 5). Beginning August 6, adult registration is $85. On-site registration Friday, August 12 and 12 is $90. Youth registration (13-17) is $15. Registration includes breakfast and lunch, entertaining rest stops and SAG support. Live music will be held throughout the afternoon.</p><p>Visit www.CourageRide.org for more information about the event including registration, route maps, parking, or to make a donation. </p><p>ABOUT THE RIDE</p><ul><li>Start/finish location: Big Grove Brewery and Taproom in Iowa City</li><li>Over 600 riders are expected to register</li><li>5 total routes, ranging from a 18 miles to a century ride (18, 38, 57, 86, 100 miles)</li><li>Registration at Big Grove opens at 6 a.m.</li><li>Includes breakfast and lunch</li><li>Rest stops with food, drinks and live music</li><li>Cyclists receive detailed maps, SAG support and bike mechanics</li><li>Courage Ride jerseys available to order</li><li>A silent auction at Big Grove featuring items from area businesses, organizations and craftsmen</li><li>Adult-Early Registration (through Friday, August 5th) $75</li><li>Adult-Week of Registration (starting Saturday, August 6) $85</li><li>On-site registration Friday, August 12 and 13 is $90.</li><li>Youth (13-17) $15</li><li>Children 12 & under are free.</li></ul><p>Visit CourageRide.org for route maps, registration information or to make a donation. </p><p>Also follow us on Facebook, Instagram and Twitter!</p><p>Join us for this fun event and help us "Fight Sarcoma Cancer. Together."</p> 2022-04-02 17:00:00 -0500

8/13/22 2022-08-13 06:00:00 -0500

6:00 a.m.

Big Grove Brewery & Taproom
Iowa City

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Veterans & Parkinson's: Mobility and Driving Safety

<p dir="ltr">JOIN THE PARKINSON’S FOUNDATION AND </p><p dir="ltr">THE CEDAR RAPIDS METRO PARKINSON’S ASSOCIATION </p><p dir="ltr">FOR A LUNCH & LEARN VIEWING PARTY</p><p>Location:     CR Parkinson’s Studio, 260 33rd Ave SW Suite G, Cedar Rapids</p><p>Cost:         FREE - Registration required. Please specify if you have a dietary restriction.</p><p dir="ltr">Register at <a href="https://www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4CA5AB2DA7FEC07-veterans">www.signupgenius.com/go/10C0E4CA5AB2DA7FEC07-veterans</a></p><p dir="ltr">Or call 319-361-7673</p><p><br></p><p dir="ltr">For many Veterans living with Parkinson’s disease, one of the most common needs and challenges is maintaining their independence. We will hear from Parkinson's disease experts, including a movement disorder specialist, physical therapist, and occupational therapist, discussing common PD-related mobility challenges and the importance of recognizing and managing fall risk and driving safety.  We will also explore mobility aids and home modifications, including eligibility and how to access these services through the VA Healthcare System no matter where you live.</p><p><br></p><p dir="ltr">Speakers:</p><p dir="ltr">Dr. Ergun Uc, MD </p><p dir="ltr">Neurology Service | Iowa City VA Health Care System </p><p dir="ltr">Director, Division of Movement Disorders, Neurology  </p><p dir="ltr">University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics, a Parkinson's Foundation Center of Excellence </p><p><br></p><p dir="ltr">Hillari S. Olson, DPT, RYT-200, NDT/C  </p><p dir="ltr">Program Coordinator, Parkinson’s Disease and Movement Disorders Program</p><p dir="ltr">Staff Physical Therapist</p><p dir="ltr">Minneapolis VA Health Care System Minneapolis, Minnesota </p><p><br></p><p dir="ltr">Derek Kent, OTR/L  </p><p dir="ltr">Staff Occupational Therapist, PD and Movement Disorders Program  </p><p dir="ltr">Minneapolis VA Health Care System Minneapolis, Minnesota</p><p>If you would like to view the webinar on your own, please visit <a href="http://www.parkinson.org/events/2022/veterans-mobility-driving">www.parkinson.org/events/2022/veterans-mobility-driving</a> </p> 2022-05-24 13:00:00 -0500

6/21/22 2022-06-21 11:00:00 -0500

11:00 a.m.

Cedar Rapids Metro Parkinson's Association
Cedar Rapids

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Tyler Richton & the High Bank Boys

<p>We're excited to bring you live music with Tyler Richton & the High Bank Boys! We're bringin' true country music back one honky-tonk at a time.</p><p>TICKETS Cost for tickets are $10. A week before the event, tickets will go up to $20. This is a limited availability, ticketed event. Tickets are capped at 4 per person.</p><p>FOOD Food provided by by food trucks. They will be announced at a later date. Fireside does not allow guests to bring outside food or beverages on premise. Violators of this policy may be asked to leave.</p><p>WHAT TO BRING We strongly encourage you to bring your own lawn chair & your favorite wine glass. For our guests safety, we only provide plastic tumbler glasses for music events.</p><p>SEATING OPTIONS Seating is first come, first serve however we do have a few areas available to rent and reserve for the night. *Tickets must be purchased in order to make a reservation. For reservation information, contact us at events@firesidewinery.com or (319) 662-4222</p> 2022-03-12 22:00:00 -0600

8/06/22 2022-08-06 19:00:00 -0500

7:00 p.m.

Fireside Winery
Marengo

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Dancing Queen: An ABBA Salute

<p>“DANCING QUEEN: An ABBA Salute” is the ultimate tribute to the music of ABBA – sure to capture the hearts of fans and audiences of all ages! This live show is full of musical precision, fabulous flair and fashion, and promises a mesmerizing ABBA experience for every Chiquitita, Super Trouper, Fernando, and Dancing Queen around!</p><p>TICKETS Cost for tickets are $20. A week before the event, tickets will go up to $40. This is a limited availability, ticketed event. Tickets are capped at 4 per person.</p><p>FOOD Food trucks will be onsite from 6-8p.m. Trucks will be announced at a later date. Fireside does not allow guests to bring outside food or beverages on premise. Violators of this policy may be asked to leave.</p><p>WHAT TO BRING We strongly encourage you to bring your own lawn chair & your favorite wine glass. For our guests safety, we only provide plastic tumbler glasses for music events.</p><p>SEATING OPTIONS Seating is first come, first serve however we do have a few areas available to rent and reserve for the night. *Tickets must be purchased in order to make a reservation. For reservation information, contact us at events@firesidewinery.com or (319) 662-4222</p> 2022-03-12 22:00:00 -0600

6/18/22 2022-06-18 19:00:00 -0500

7:00 p.m.

Fireside Winery
Marengo

20.0
St. Joseph Fun Days

<p>We invite everyone to join us June 3-5 for a weekend full of family-friendly events including a children's carnival, 5K run, raffle, and more at St. Joseph Fun Days!</p><p>Gate entry and parking are FREE. </p><p>Enjoy classic event staples such as<br>- bingo<br>- country store and silent auction<br>- nightly live music<br>- carnival rides<br>- hog roast and other food<br>- beverage tent (family and 21+ areas)<br>- and more!</p><p>Event Times:</p><p>Friday, June 3 – 4 pm – 11:00 pm<br>Saturday, June 4 – 11:00 am – 11:00 pm<br>Sunday, June 5 – 11:30am – 6:00 pm</p><p>Address:</p><p>St. Joseph Catholic Church</p><p>1790 14th St. </p><p>Marion, IA 52302</p><p><br></p> 2022-05-19 23:00:00 -0500

6/03/22 2022-06-03 16:00:00 -0500

4:00 p.m.

St. Joseph Catholic Church
Marion

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Elton & Billy - The Tribute

<p>“Elton & Billy – The Tribute” is the ultimate live experience in the music and the spectacle of the legendary piano men!  This is not your average tribute concert.  This is a full-on tribute experience for all the senses featuring three hours of music by two of the most influential and important artists of our time, Elton John and Billy Joel!</p><p>Enjoy a show of chart-topping hits that span decades.  Explore the decadence of the 70’s with the “Rocket Man” himself.  Let the “Piano Man” take you on a walk down the streets of 1980’s New York.  From yellow brick roads to Italian restaurants, it’s all here!</p><p>TICKETS Cost for tickets are $15. A week before the event, tickets will go up to $30. This is a limited availability, ticketed event. Tickets are capped at 4 per person.</p><p>FOOD Food trucks will be onsite from 6-8p.m. Trucks will be announced at a later date. Fireside does not allow guests to bring outside food or beverages on premise. Violators of this policy may be asked to leave.</p><p>WHAT TO BRING We strongly encourage you to bring your own lawn chair & your favorite wine glass. For our guests safety, we only provide plastic tumbler glasses for music events.</p><p>SEATING OPTIONS Seating is first come, first serve however we do have a few areas available to rent and reserve for the night. *Tickets must be purchased in order to make a reservation. For reservation information, contact us at events@firesidewinery.com or (319) 662-4222</p> 2022-03-12 22:00:00 -0600

7/23/22 2022-07-23 19:00:00 -0500

7:00 p.m.

Fireside Winery
Marengo

15.0
8th Annual WWII Remembered

<p>August 20 & 21, 2022</p><p>The greatest generation will be remembered and honored as living historians from Iowa and surrounding states come together to display uniforms, artifacts and vehicles from the Second World War (1939-1945.)  The 8<sup>th</sup> Annual WWII Remembered event will feature uniform presentations and weapon demonstrations on both Saturday and Sunday.  Previous year’s events at the farm had reenactors representing the United States, Great Britain, USSR, Poland and Germany with vehicles from the United States and Germany.</p><p>The event is free to the public, however donations are requested.  Half of all donations go to the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight with the other half for the continued flood and derecho recovery of the farm.</p><p>This year we will have back displays by Vietnam War reenactors.</p><p>Hours are:</p><p>Saturday, August 20 – 0900 to 1600</p><p>Sunday, August 21 – 0900 to 1500</p> 2022-04-09 16:00:00 -0500

8/20/22 2022-08-20 09:00:00 -0500

9:00 a.m.

Seminole Valley Farm Museum
Cedar Rapids

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BBQ Bash

<p>BBQ Bash is a full weekend of delicious BBQ, bluesy music, and entertaining games for the whole family. Delicious smoked meats have been a staple of BBQ Bash each year, and the talented pitmasters at a local favorite, Pop’s BBQ, will prepare mouth-watering smoked meats, a delectable vegetarian option, and Pop’s tasty side dishes for ticketholders.</p><p>We plan to host both virtual and in-person BBQ Bash events in 2022. For those who wish to participate virtually, CHOMP Delivery will handle the pick-up or delivery of all meals. For folks who choose to join us in-person at the Johnson County Fairgrounds, our Friday night event will include live music, yard games, drinks, and—of course—those appetizing entrees and sides from Pop’s.</p> 2022-02-03 20:00:00 -0600

9/23/22 2022-09-23 17:00:00 -0500

5:00 p.m.

Johnson County Fairgrounds
Iowa City

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June Jam

<p>June Jam returns Saturday, June 4th! Connect, celebrate and experience the mission of Tanager Place at this simple summer social. Be a part of a unique event on Mays Island Plaza with dinner, drinks and entertainment by Young the Lion while you learn more about Tanager Place efforts including the city’s only LGBTQ+ Center, our ground-breaking work with the Children’s Defense Fund and the Freedom Schools initiative, the Camp Tanager expansion plan and more.</p><p>Funds raised from this event allows Tanager Place to continue to provide services that inspire, empower and heal children and families in our community. Through your support, more children can develop resiliency skills to live the life they deserve.</p><p>Individual Tickets: $75 (Early Bird). $100 after April 15th.</p><p>New in 2022! Tables of 8: $500 (Early Bird). $700 after April 15th.</p><p>Purchase tickets at <a href="http://tanagerplace.org/junejam?fbclid=IwAR0gBHxFqOAtoYrz_cUshCV5KCs7VzJVsDWp206rFkdSj6B1t1Ty_8PvdU0" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">tanagerplace.org/junejam</a></p> 2022-03-14 22:00:00 -0500

6/04/22 2022-06-04 17:00:00 -0500

5:00 p.m.

Mays Island
Cedar Rapids

100.0
Music Under The Moon featuring "Bluffet & The Son of a Sailor Band"

<p>It's a beach party at Lowe Park when Bluffett and the Sons of a Sailor Band come to town. Bust out that Hawaiian gear and your lei's and come celebrate summer with the sounds of Jimmy Buffett.</p><p>Bluffett featuring The Son Of A Sailor Band is a 100%-live-on-stage Tribute to the legendary Jimmy Buffett & The Coral Reefer Band! This show will have the conga-lines moving with an amazing EIGHT PERFORMERS ON STAGE! Complete with beach-type props and costuming</p><p>Learn more at: <a href="https://www.flashbackmanagement.com/bluffett---tribute-to?fbclid=IwAR32FjADJvffV-R6Jm1XPA3BhgNklFGPkoEfbKgCIjXHuPOVZiWDD9veK_o" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://www.flashbackmanagement.com/bluffett---tribute-to</a>...</p><p>Concerts are free and open to the public with music beginning at 7 p.m. Guests should bring lawn chairs and blankets for open lawn seating. Outside food and drink are permitted, but limited vendors will be onsite during the events. These events are supported in part by the Marion Hotel-Motel Grant Program.</p> 2022-05-12 22:00:00 -0500

7/16/22 2022-07-16 19:00:00 -0500

7:00 p.m.

Klopfenstein Amphitheater for the Performing Arts.
Marion

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Moonlit Movie featuring "Cruella"

<p>Free kids activities begin at 7:00 p.m. with the feature presentation to follow around 8:30 p.m. (dusk). Treats from Kona Ice, The Freeze, and FREE popcorn from the Shriner's Popcorn Mobile. Guests should bring lawn chairs and blankets for open lawn seating. Outside food and drink are permitted. These events are free to attend and supported in part by the Marion Hotel-Motel Grant Program.</p><p>CRUELLA: Emma Stone (LA LA LAND) stars in Disney’s CRUELLA, a live-action feature film about the rebellious early days of one of cinema’s most notorious – and notoriously fashionable – villains, the legendary Cruella de Vil. Set during the 1970s punk rock revolution in London, the story follows a clever and creative young grifter named Estella, who is determined to become a successful designer. After Estella befriends a pair of young thieves who appreciate her appetite for mischief, the three build a life for themselves on the London streets. Before long, Estella’s flair for fashion catches the eye of the Baroness von Hellman, a devastatingly chic and terrifyingly haute fashion legend, played by Emma Thompson (HOWARDS END, SENSE AND SENSIBILITY). But their relationship sets in motion a course of events and revelations that will cause Estella to embrace her wicked side and become the raucous, fashionable and revenge-bent Cruella.</p> 2022-05-12 22:30:00 -0500

7/08/22 2022-07-08 19:00:00 -0500

7:00 p.m.

Klopfenstein Amphitheater for the Performing Arts.
Marion

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Cedar Amateur Astronomers present Solar Saturday, July 9, 2022

<p>Learn more about our nearest star – the Sun - as Cedar Amateur Astronomers and our own Mr. Carl Bracken present a Solar Saturday event entitled "The Sun and Earth Connections" from 3-6 PM on Saturday July 9, 2022. Mr. Bracken will present some of the recent research which involves the interconnection between the Sun and the Earth and the wide range of global impacts driven by the Sun.  In the current phase of solar cycle 25, we are seeing an increase in sun spots, flares, prominence, and coronal mass ejections. Mr. Bracken will provide video of these events and explain how and why they occur and describe what this means to us.</p><p>Weather permitting, stick around following the presentation for the rare opportunity to safely view the Sun, as CAA members will be operating several telescopes equipped with approved solar viewing filters. Remember, NEVER look at the Sun without the proper filters! Only specially equipped optical aids can be used to safely observe the sun.</p><p>CAA members will also be giving tours of the facility and will be available to answer questions as you browse the exhibits and displays. This event is for all ages and levels of astronomy interest and free of charge.</p> 2022-05-16 18:00:00 -0500

7/09/22 2022-07-09 15:00:00 -0500

3:00 p.m.

Eastern Iowa Observatory and Learning Center
Ely

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Kalona Days

<p>Kalona Days has something fun for everyone! Friday evening, downtown Kalona will be open after-hours with our Night Market vendors and retail stores. All ages can enjoy the free horse-drawn wagon rides, live music, and a movie-on-the-lawn outside the Kalona Library.</p><p>Saturday morning we start the day with our Annual Fun Run. Runners can sign up for a 1 mile or 5K Run on our website or by email info@kalonachamber.com. At 9am the Kalona YMCA's coed volleyball tournament (with cash prizes!) begins. Shop baked goods and handmade items at the downtown Farmers Market. Kids can compete in the pedal tractor pull, and bakers join us for our Pie Baking Contest and Auction, and the Kalona Fire Department will have water activities for kids. </p><p>At 4pm watch the parade with participants from all around the county, followed with pony rides, face painting, barrel rides, bounce house, food trucks and live music. This is a low cost weekend with priceless memories.</p> 2022-04-20 21:00:00 -0500

6/17/22 2022-06-17 17:00:00 -0500

5:00 p.m.

Kalona Area Chamber of Commerce`
Kalona

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Caution for Poisons

<h2 data-hook="about"><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong>About the Event</strong></span></h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>Learn to recognize the poisonous and toxic species that live in your  bioregion. They can show up on your camping trip or on a walk through the park, and you may even notice them spring up occasionally in your yard or garden. Take a walk with us and identify some of these. Practice  being humble with the umbels. Fun activities will help us commit important botanical features to memory and distinguish look-similars.</p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">THINGS TO BRING</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">A water bottle</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">A small bag</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Tool of choice for harvesting a handful of herbs</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 14px;">Please wear standard attire for hands-on, outdoor learning.</span></p><p>Tell us if mobility accommodations may be needed, as we will cover a good bit of ground during the class.</p><p><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong>REGISTRATION</strong></span></p><p>Sliding scale fee: $25 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p>This class is a part of a 4-class series. There is a<strong> 20% discount </strong>for registering for the series. (See separate Series: Medicinal Wildcrafting registration).</p><p>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"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Learn about Backyard Abundance membership</span></a><span style="font-size: 14px;">.</span></li></ul><p>Please register soon: The class is limited to 20 people.</p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</span></strong></p><p>We need a minimum of 10 attendees to host the class. Please invite friends and family to ensure the event happens as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.</p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">EDUCATOR</span></strong></p><p>Guided by Mandy Dickerson, Iowa City Herbalist and Certified TriYoga Teacher, Owner of Plantchanters Garden LLC</p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">COVID-19</span></strong></p><p>The event is held outside. Masks are optional. We will try to maintain 6' distancing.</p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">SPONSORS AND PARTNERS</span></strong></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"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Johnson County Community Foundation</span></a></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;"><a href="https://rahuntfdn.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Roy A. Hunt Foundation</a></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;"><a href="https://www.icgov.org/?id=1082" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department</a></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;"><a href="https://100grannies.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">100 Grannies</a></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;"><a href="https://www.earlmay.com/locations/iowa-city-iowa" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Earl May Garden Center</a></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;"><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></span></li><li><a href="https://www.newpi.coop/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 14px;">New Pioneer Food Co-op</span></a></li></ul></div></div> 2022-04-15 17:30:00 -0500

6/26/22 2022-06-26 16:00:00 -0500

4:00 p.m.

James Alan McPherson Park
Iowa City

25
Jul This Ability-Holistic Dance July

<div data-hook="about-section"><h2 data-hook="about">About the Event</h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>Jhe and Jenni both live with bilateral disabilities and chronic pain and have decided to entitle this form of movement “This Ability’’ as opposed to the term disability. We want to encourage all peoples, especially those who may be in mental and physical pain, to trust themselves through non-judgmental movement using the vehicle of sacred geometry.</p><p>The five elements, including their geometric shapes, are:</p><ul><li>Earth- Cube</li><li>Water-Icosahedron</li><li>Air-Octahedron</li><li>Fire-Tetrahedron</li><li>Ether-Dodecahedron</li></ul><p>We will be creating a safe space for people of all ages and experiences to be held in community movement and exploration, regardless of their current mental or mobility struggles.</p><p><br></p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>Weather appropriate, comfortable dress</li><li>Any items you'd like to incorporate into dance</li></ul><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $20 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p><br></p><p>This class is a part of a 4-class series. There is a<strong> 20% discount</strong> for registering for the series. (See separate Series: This Ability-Holistic Dance registration).</p><p><br></p><p>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></ul><p>INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</p><p>We need a minimum of 10 attendees to host the class. Please invite friends and family to ensure the event happens as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.</p><p><br></p><p>EDUCATOR</p><p>Jhe Russell is a holistic dance healer. He received his MFA from University of Iowa in choreography and dance. He is able to weave together and connect traditional ballet positions with the elementary teachings of the 5 elements. Every human being has a head, two arms and two legs which equals the five elements. In ballet there are five major positions which relate to the five elements.</p><p><br></p><p>Jenni Rose</p><p>From the age of five Jenni had the opportunity to dance with various dance studios and participated on the Solon High School dance team. She went on to study photography in Chicago, at Harrington School of Design and spent her twenties focused on learning about weaving, natural and synthetic dye processes, and shearing sheep. She interned at The Chicago Weaving School for 2 years, and through that process developed her own weaving curriculum that she then taught to the age of preschool to adult, in Chicago and Seattle. In 2018 she suffered an undiagnosed inflammatory episode that caused significant neuropathy and mobility loss. She has learned a lot through her personal healing journey and contributes most of that healing to the gift of a grateful mindset and a good mother. </p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>Wetherby Park, 2400 Taylor Dr, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA</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></div> 2022-04-18 14:00:00 -0500

7/30/22 2022-07-30 13:00:00 -0500

1:00 p.m.

Wetherby Park Edible Forest
Iowa City

20
Live from the Artisan Studio: "Tesla"

<p>Three years ago, at Brucemore’s Cabaret in the Courtyard event, accomplished musical theater composer and lyricist Rob Nassif premiered 11 songs from a new musical he was working on about Nikola Tesla, with a story by Cavan Hallman.  The Live From the Artisan Studio series is proud to share the first staged reading in front of a live audience.  The cast will consist entirely of Iowa artists who will be in essence premiering this work.</p><p><strong>Performances:</strong></p><ul><li><a href="https://78351.blackbaudhosting.com/78351/tickets?tab=2&txobjid=32052a07-6a70-463a-9eed-9787f86036ef">Friday, June 3</a> at 7:00 p.m.</li><li><a href="https://78351.blackbaudhosting.com/78351/tickets?tab=2&txobjid=3dc25a5a-bfaa-415a-a06f-66f2eac5ee71">Saturday, June 4</a> at 7:00 p.m.</li></ul><p><strong>Location:</strong></p><ul><li>On the lawn of the backyard of the Artisan Studio</li></ul><p><strong>Admission:</strong></p><ul><li><em>$20 per adult</em></li><li><em>$10 per student</em></li><li><em>Brucemore donors receive a discount by “signing in” using the link in the upper right corner of the purchase tickets page. </em></li></ul><p><strong>About Robert Nassif</strong></p><p>Robert Lindsey Nassif is a composer/lyricist/librettist who has worked on Broadway, off-Broadway and regionally with Hal Prince, Stephen Sondheim, Arthur Miller, Carol Burnett, Joss Whedon and Disney Feature Animation.</p><p>Three years ago during Brucemore’s Cabaret in the Courtyard series, Rob premiered 11 songs from a new musical he was working on about Nikola Tesla, with a story by Cavan Hallman. During this Artisan Studio feature, Rob will give the first public reading of <em>Tesla </em>featuring a cast of extremely talented performers.</p><p>Nikola Tesla was an inventor, a visionary and perhaps a madman, who loved Sarah Bernhardt and also loved a pigeon. He saw electricity as a basic human right and battled Edison to make electricity affordable to everyone. He foresaw our modern world and in doing so, invented the future.</p><p><strong>About Cavan Hallman</strong><strong> </strong></p><p>Cavan Hallman’s plays have been performed at the National WWII Museum, National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library, Strawdog Theatre, Donny’s Skybox, The Artistic Home, RhinoFest, KAPOOT, The Elm, Seattle Fringe, and Columbia College Chicago. His plays for young audiences have received over 15,000 performances in elementary schools across the country for an audience of over 5 million students and teachers. He has performed Off-Broadway, along with other roles in New York, Chicago, New Orleans, and Cork, Ireland, where he presented his solo show <em>Not Easily Forgotten</em>. Cavan’s fiction has been featured in the Southern Writers’ Reading Series and the Cane River Reading Series, and his theatrical essays have been featured in <em>PerformInk</em>.</p><p>Cavan is the founding Artistic Director for Mirrorbox Theatre, currently in its third season as the only company in Iowa that exclusively presents contemporary plays in their Iowa premieres. For Mirrorbox he has directed the Iowa premieres of <em>Exit Strategy</em>, <em>Red Speedo,</em> <em>Luna Gale, There Is A Happiness That Morning Is, Sender, and Orange Julius. </em>He serves as the producer for Mirrorbox’s nationally recognized online reading series, <em>Out the Box</em>, where he has directed over a dozen performances.</p><p>He is based in Cedar Rapids, Iowa. He is a Resident Artist with The CRY HAVOC Company in NYC and holds an MFA in Playwriting from the University of New Orleans, for whom he has also taught acting and scriptwriting.</p> 2022-05-19 22:00:00 -0500

6/03/22 2022-06-03 19:00:00 -0500

7:00 p.m.

Brucemore
Cedar Rapids

10
Nurture Seeds and Soil

<p>Despite what our rushed society implies, late fall is a time to slow down and prepare for a long, rejuvenating winter rest.</p><p><br></p><p>During this class, we will explore the best practices for putting our gardens to bed and how these gardening activities can be applied to our lives for mental, physical and spiritual well-being. Seed-saving, weeding, mulching and cover-cropping will be practiced through fun, hands-on activities.</p><p><br></p><p>Organic methods will be learned; no synthetic pesticides or fertilizers will be discussed.</p><p><br></p><p>You are invited no matter your level of gardening experience. All are welcome.</p><p><br></p><p>Yummy snacks generously provided by New Pioneer Co-op.</p><p><br></p><p>CAN YOU LEAVE A LITTLE EARLY?</p><p>We realize the class may be a little late in the day.  The first hour covers core concepts and the last half hour is hands-on practice. Please feel free to leave after the first hour if you need to get home.</p><p><br></p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>Clothes you don’t mind getting a little dirty</li><li>Gloves and a hat (optional)</li></ul><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $25 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p><br></p><p>This class is a part of a 4-class series. There is a<strong> 20% discount</strong> for registering for the series. (See separate Series: Grow Magical Garden Memories registration.)</p><p><br></p><p>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></ul><p>INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</p><p>We need a minimum of 10 attendees to host the class. Please invite friends and family to ensure the event happens as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.</p><p><br></p><p>EDUCATOR</p><p>Taught by Fred Meyer, permaculture designer, Master Gardener and Grandma’s gardening apprentice. Fred’s years of gardening and garden design experience will help answer your questions about specific challenges and opportunities in your garden.</p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>We meet at the Edible Classroom on the south side of the Robert A. Lee Community Center, 220 South Gilbert Street, Iowa City.</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> 2022-04-18 19:30:00 -0500

10/12/22 2022-10-12 18:00:00 -0500

6:00 p.m.

Backyard Abundance
Iowa City

0.0 0
Prairiewoods’ 2022 Garden Party: A Night in the Cosmos

<p>Experience the splendor of the cosmos with an evening of food, friends and fundraising! This fun evening will offer a chance to bid on unique auction items, win a variety of games and support the future of Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center. On Saturday, June 4, the ballroom at DoubleTree by Hilton (350 First Avenue NE, Cedar Rapids) will be transformed into a night under the stars, where everything feels magical! At 5 p.m., celebrate with drinks and an impressive silent auction. At 6 p.m., you and seven of your closest friends—or soon-to-be friends—will be served an out-of-this-world dinner and wine, and have time to put in last-minute bids on your favorite auction items. Wrap up the evening with an entertaining live auction featuring a variety of amazing items ranging from exclusive Prairiewoods experiences to one-of-a-kind parties. Tickets cost $55 each or $440 for a table of eight and must be reserved by May 30 at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700. This event is ticketless, so please register each guest by name with dietary restrictions. Attending the Garden Party is a great way to support the wide variety of spiritual and ecological programming Prairiewoods provides throughout the year. If you can’t attend, please consider sending a donation. Don't miss this chance to experience <em>A Night in the Cosmos!</em></p> 2022-04-16 21:00:00 -0500

6/04/22 2022-06-04 17:00:00 -0500

5:00 p.m.

Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
Hiawatha

55.0
This Ability-Holistic Dance August

<p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Jhe and Jenni both live with bilateral disabilities and chronic pain and have decided to entitle this form of movement “This Ability’’ as opposed to the term disability. We want to encourage all peoples, especially those who may be in mental and physical pain, to trust themselves through non-judgmental movement using the vehicle of sacred geometry.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">The five elements, including their geometric shapes, are:</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Earth- Cube</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Water-Icosahedron</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Air-Octahedron</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Fire-Tetrahedron</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Ether-Dodecahedron</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">We will be creating a safe space for people of all ages and experiences to be held in community movement and exploration, regardless of their current mental or mobility struggles.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">THINGS TO BRING</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Weather appropriate, comfortable dress</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Any items you'd like to incorporate into dance</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">REGISTRATION</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Sliding scale fee: $20 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">This class is a part of a 4-class series. There is a<strong> 20% discount</strong> for registering for the series. (See separate Series: This Ability-Holistic Dance registration).</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Backyard Abundance members receive a 10% discount.</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12px;"><a href="https://www.backyardabundance.org/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Backyard Abundance membership</a>.</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">We need a minimum of 10 attendees to host the class. Please invite friends and family to ensure the event happens as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">EDUCATORS</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Jhe Russell is a holistic dance healer. He received his MFA from University of Iowa in choreography and dance. He is able to weave together and connect traditional ballet positions with the elementary teachings of the 5 elements. Every human being has a head, two arms and two legs which equals the five elements. In ballet there are five major positions which relate to the five elements.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"> Jenni Rose</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">From the age of five Jenni had the opportunity to dance with various dance studios and participated on the Solon High School dance team. She went on to study photography in Chicago, at Harrington School of Design and spent her twenties focused on learning about weaving, natural and synthetic dye processes, and shearing sheep. She interned at The Chicago Weaving School for 2 years, and through that process developed her own weaving curriculum that she then taught to the age of preschool to adult, in Chicago and Seattle. In 2018 she suffered an undiagnosed inflammatory episode that caused significant neuropathy and mobility loss. She has learned a lot through her personal healing journey and contributes most of that healing to the gift of a grateful mindset and a good mother. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">LOCATION</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Central Park, 501 6th St, Coralville, IA 52241, USA</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">COVID-19</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">The event is held outside. Masks are optional. We will try to maintain 6' distancing.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">SPONSORS AND PARTNERS</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">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.</span></p> 2022-04-20 14:00:00 -0500

8/27/22 2022-08-27 13:00:00 -0500

1:00 p.m.

Central Park
Coralville

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An Evening with Mindy Carlson

<p>Meet author Mindy Carlson at Craft'd in downtown Cedar Rapids. The doors at Craft'd will open at 6 pm. The event with Mindy will begin at 7 pm.</p><p>Mindy's debut novel, Her Dying Day, releases on June 7. Pre-order your copy today and receive a bookmark and signed bookplate: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fswampfoxbookstore.com%2Fmindy%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0voHUwu2c9yapuqxxZGl9K6TmQ-j-6yqq24MebWGqJR2ha7t2ZKpJCl-4&h=AT0qZTkzkMg7weEihCecHcIqp9CjtHPssTuXugKJnq7gqau3VQvRXGf64HS5qnaKUk3yXH3Ar_GraP5JxAiFjf-dU5jrcqLE4m8VuLuK509gOQzJTJnG-lBU3q_kQPb0xBLmBw&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT3tDHm3nSbp6gF_YgM1VZuOhd8T6Bwx1UMce1PXwJid1PTnWTqZ7cECUPkJ1GJWDBb8e_u8ATZGF9oVdhbYagKyxb9xSOndGGIGlibWBeAHZCTeZq8tf-COZKAlvLSMFhiKZBJrPPomOWfFY1sn1NAD" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://swampfoxbookstore.com/mindy</a></p><p>About Mindy Carlson<br>Mindy Carlson, M.S.O.D., grew up as an animal- and mystery-loving girl in Iowa before heading to California to see what she could make of her life. Now she lives in Maryland and is a successful parenting author, with pieces appearing in The Washington Post, Big Life Journal, and <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FAFineParent.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0YwRMjyjvwygevVzZ1QGv-yn19o5s8kqr-s2mDuc1HcwsGcHMP6FRQVBY&h=AT2MrrU2LMtKX_77rt6Dm9bx-Je1oDUMy3Shswkpp6Ovc3H7vVmr-5la2LAu1Z9G7sMujs6pCvpC63FNqGqQrhcmwfBgwRvpnwJTmNISLS4Q3t6hFO3-xdHz4CRhKZVOtvMI1g&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT3tDHm3nSbp6gF_YgM1VZuOhd8T6Bwx1UMce1PXwJid1PTnWTqZ7cECUPkJ1GJWDBb8e_u8ATZGF9oVdhbYagKyxb9xSOndGGIGlibWBeAHZCTeZq8tf-COZKAlvLSMFhiKZBJrPPomOWfFY1sn1NAD" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">AFineParent.com.</a> Her Dying Day is her debut novel. She blogs about parenting, cooking, and travel as the Swiss Family Carlson at <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FMindyCarlson.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1xAR1LZQ56IuZC82ZgnVEKHtDVC8jPh6-QcmCU86kaaLNDF1x-AuJifSk&h=AT3c0r5Rb-rSj2ykkoLV-JOSZKdHhkKT8zeRIKs1RQeg7narqiiGQzXU9FgYISlaH-ZeVZYab_I2CQKzDjjGj5qFlYFIvcWefp7HKpUL4XqHUGvuTvf8Z1a91C9nfyImdy4VXA&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT3tDHm3nSbp6gF_YgM1VZuOhd8T6Bwx1UMce1PXwJid1PTnWTqZ7cECUPkJ1GJWDBb8e_u8ATZGF9oVdhbYagKyxb9xSOndGGIGlibWBeAHZCTeZq8tf-COZKAlvLSMFhiKZBJrPPomOWfFY1sn1NAD" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">MindyCarlson.com.</a></p><p>About Her Dying Day<br>Perfect for fans of Shari Lapena and Hannah Mary McKinnon, a mystery writer’s sudden disappearance leads a budding filmmaker down a dark road to treachery, murder, and long-buried sins.</p><p>"Her Dying Day is an intriguing, fast-paced, voice-driven mystery..."<br>— Hanna Mary McKinnon, author of You Will Remember Me.</p><p>Aspiring filmmaker June Masterson has high hopes for her first documentary, the true story of the disappearance of famed mystery author Greer Larkin. June learned about the vanishing at age fourteen, locked down on her family’s isolated commune. Now, the deeper she digs into the project, the darker the story gets.</p><p>Everyone has a theory. Greer’s mother, Blanche, and her best friend, Rachel, believe that Greer’s fiancé, Jonathan, is the culprit. Greer’s agent is convinced that Greer committed suicide after a debilitating bout of writer’s block. And Jonathan claims it was either Greer’s controlling mother or Rachel, whose attachment to Greer went way beyond friendship.</p><p>In desperation, Rachel gives June a suitcase full of Greer’s most personal writings in hopes of finding proof against Jonathan. Then Rachel turns up dead. As June pores over Greer’s writings, she makes a devastating discovery that could finally reveal the truth about the author’s fate. But now, June finds herself in the sights of a killer who’ll stop at nothing to keep their darkest secret.</p> 2022-05-18 20:00:00 -0500

6/27/22 2022-06-27 19:00:00 -0500

7:00 p.m.

Craft'd
Cedar Rapids

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Beckster Fest

<p>Multi-day Annual Polka Music Festival in The Amana Colonies.  Held at The Amana RV Park grounds.  Hosted by "Barefoot Becky & The Ivanhoe Dutchmen".  Held in an air conditioned building - food and drinks available for purchase.   Friday June 3, 4-10pm * Saturday June 4, 12 noon-10pm * Sunday June 5, 12 noon-6pm.  $15 single-day pass, $40 3-day pass.</p><p><br></p> 2020-02-28 22:00:00 -0600

6/03/22 2022-06-03 16:00:00 -0500

4:00 p.m.

Amana RV Park and Event Center
Amana

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A Virtual Author Event with Sulari Gentill

<p>Join Swamp Fox Bookstore on Wednesday, June 15 at 7 PM Central for a virtual author chat with Sulari Gentill. The event is free, but registration is required. Register at <a href="http://swampfoxbookstore.com/sulari?fbclid=IwAR0PLD166mwicwhbnVuqK1F5oDuIgy8Wyr2XpIDt3dH7F1ZhqxzXo5gsh4s" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">swampfoxbookstore.com/sulari</a></p><p>About Sulari Gentill<br>After setting out to study astrophysics, graduating in law, and then abandoning her legal career to write books, SULARI GENTILL now grows French black truffles on her farm in the foothills of Australia's Snowy Mountains. Sulari is the author of the Rowland Sinclair historical mystery series and the Ned Kelly award-winner After She Wrote Him. Her latest novel, The Woman in the Library, releases in June 2022.</p><p>About The Woman in the Library<br>Four strangers in a library strike up a friendship. One of them is a murderer. As they each share their stories, which one has something to hide?</p><p>The ornate reading room at the Boston Public Library is quiet, until the tranquility is shattered by a woman's terrified scream. Security guards take charge immediately, instructing everyone inside to stay put until the threat is identified and contained. While they wait for the all-clear, four strangers sitting at the same table pass the time in conversation. Each has his or her own reasons for being in the reading room that morning—it just so happens that one of them is a murderer.</p><p>Award-winning author Sulari Gentill delivers a sharply thrilling read with The Woman in the Library, an unexpectedly twisty literary adventure that examines the complicated nature of friendship and shows us that words can be the most treacherous weapons of all.</p> 2022-04-15 20:00:00 -0500

6/15/22 2022-06-15 19:00:00 -0500

7:00 p.m.

Swamp Fox Bookstore
Marion

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Beckster Fest

<p>Multi-day Annual Polka Music Festival in The Amana Colonies.  Held at The Amana RV Park grounds.  Hosted by "Barefoot Becky & The Ivanhoe Dutchmen".  Held in an air conditioned building - food and drinks available for purchase.   Friday June 3, 4-10pm * Saturday June 4, 12 noon-10pm * Sunday June 5, 12 noon-6pm.  $15 single-day pass, $40 3-day pass.</p><p><br></p> 2022-06-05 22:00:00 -0500

6/05/22 2022-06-05 12:00:00 -0500

12:00 p.m.

Amana RV Park and Event Center
Amana

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Rob Little Comedy Shows

<p>Two Shows 7Pm and 9:30PM </p><p>Come for an evening of laughter and fun. Rob Little headlines clubs and colleges all over the county, preformed shows on Comedy Central's "Distraction", Fox News, and earned a role on CBS network series "Fire me Please".</p><p>This event will be a regular comedy show. The proceeds from the show will benefit Deafinitely Dogs! and DuDawgs Club at Loras College. If you want to learn more about Deafinitely Dogs! we will have a table. Otherwise, just sit back, relax, enjoy the show and laugh.</p> 2022-04-29 23:30:00 -0500

6/03/22 2022-06-03 19:00:00 -0500

7:00 p.m.

The Olympic Southside Theater
Cedar Rapids

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Beckster Fest

<p>Multi-day Annual Polka Music Festival in The Amana Colonies.  Held at The Amana RV Park grounds.  Hosted by "Barefoot Becky & The Ivanhoe Dutchmen".  Held in an air conditioned building - food and drinks available for purchase.   Friday June 3, 4-10pm * Saturday June 4, 12 noon-10pm * Sunday June 5, 12 noon-6pm.  $15 single-day pass, $40 3-day pass. </p> 2022-01-26 22:00:00 -0600

6/04/22 2022-06-04 12:00:00 -0500

12:00 p.m.

Amana RV Park and Event Center
Amana

15.0
Transfer Orientation Day | June 2

<p data-key="27"><span data-key="28"><span data-offset-key="28:0">Incoming transfer students and guests are invited to the Hill on June 2.</span></span></p><p data-key="29"><span data-key="30"><span data-offset-key="30:0">Congratulations on becoming a future Mustang! Visit us on the Hill to become familiar with our programs, faculty, and students. For more information about the orientation process, visit out </span></span><a data-key="31" href="https://www.mtmercy.edu/admissions-aid/admitted-students/orientation"><span data-key="32"><span data-offset-key="32:0">orientation</span></span></a><span data-key="33"><span data-offset-key="33:0"> page with further details.</span></span></p><p data-key="34" data-slate-fragment="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"><span data-key="35"><span data-offset-key="35:0">Visit our </span></span><a data-key="36" href="https://www.mtmercy.edu/news-events/events/2022/06/transfer-orientation-days1"><span data-key="37"><span data-offset-key="37:0">event</span></span></a><span data-key="38"><span data-offset-key="38:0"> page for preparation details.</span></span></p> 2022-05-20 15:30:00 -0500

6/02/22 2022-06-02 12:30:00 -0500

12:30 p.m.

Mount Mercy University
Cedar Rapids

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Freshman Orientation Day | June 3

<p data-key="27"><span data-key="28"><span data-offset-key="28:0">Incoming freshmen and guests are invited to the Hill on June 3.</span></span></p><p data-key="29"><span data-key="30"><span data-offset-key="30:0">Congratulations on becoming a future Mustang! Visit us on the Hill to become familiar with our programs, faculty, and students. For more information about the orientation process, visit out </span></span><a data-key="31" href="https://www.mtmercy.edu/admissions-aid/admitted-students/orientation"><span data-key="32"><span data-offset-key="32:0">orientation</span></span></a><span data-key="33"><span data-offset-key="33:0"> page with further details.</span></span></p><p data-key="34" data-slate-fragment="JTdCJTIyb2JqZWN0JTIyJTNBJTIyZG9jdW1lbnQlMjIlMkMlMjJkYXRhJTIyJTNBJTdCJTdEJTJDJTIybm9kZXMlMjIlM0ElNUIlN0IlMjJvYmplY3QlMjIlM0ElMjJibG9jayUyMiUyQyUyMnR5cGUlMjIlM0ElMjJwYXJhZ3JhcGglMjIlMkMlMjJkYXRhJTIyJTNBJTdCJTIyY2xhc3NOYW1lJTIyJTNBbnVsbCU3RCUyQyUyMm5vZGVzJTIyJTNBJTVCJTdCJTIyb2JqZWN0JTIyJTNBJTIydGV4dCUyMiUyQyUyMmxlYXZlcyUyMiUzQSU1QiU3QiUyMm9iamVjdCUyMiUzQSUyMmxlYWYlMjIlMkMlMjJ0ZXh0JTIyJTNBJTIySW5jb21pbmclMjBmcmVzaG1lbiUyMGFuZCUyMGd1ZXN0cyUyMGFyZSUyMGludml0ZWQlMjB0byUyMHRoZSUyMEhpbGwlMjBvbiUyMEp1bmUlMjAzcmQuJTIyJTJDJTIybWFya3MlMjIlM0ElNUIlNUQlN0QlNUQlN0QlNUQlN0QlMkMlN0IlMjJvYmplY3QlMjIlM0ElMjJibG9jayUyMiUyQyUyMnR5cGUlMjIlM0ElMjJwYXJhZ3JhcGglMjIlMkMlMjJkYXRhJTIyJTNBJTdCJTIyY2xhc3NOYW1lJTIyJTNBbnVsbCU3RCUyQyUyMm5vZGVzJTIyJTNBJTVCJTdCJTIyb2JqZWN0JTIyJTNBJTIydGV4dCUyMiUyQyUyMmxlYXZlcyUyMiUzQSU1QiU3QiUyMm9iamVjdCUyMiUzQSUyMmxlYWYlMjIlMkMlMjJ0ZXh0JTIyJTNBJTIyQ29uZ3JhdHVsYXRpb25zJTIwb24lMjBiZWNvbWluZyUyMGElMjBmdXR1cmUlMjBNdXN0YW5nISUyMFZpc2l0JTIwdXMlMjBvbiUyMHRoZSUyMEhpbGwlMjB0byUyMGJlY29tZSUyMGZhbWlsaWFyJTIwd2l0aCUyMG91ciUyMHByb2dyYW1zJTJDJTIwZmFjdWx0eSUyQyUyMGFuZCUyMHN0dWRlbnRzLiUyMEZvciUyMG1vcmUlMjBpbmZvcm1hdGlvbiUyMGFib3V0JTIwdGhlJTIwb3JpZW50YXRpb24lMjBwcm9jZXNzJTJDJTIwdmlzaXQlMjBvdXQlMjAlMjIlMkMlMjJtYXJrcyUyMiUzQSU1QiU1RCU3RCU1RCU3RCUyQyU3QiUyMm9iamVjdCUyMiUzQSUyMmlubGluZSUyMiUyQyUyMnR5cGUlMjIlM0ElMjJsaW5rJTIyJTJDJTIyZGF0YSUyMiUzQSU3QiUyMmNsYXNzTmFtZSUyMiUzQW51bGwlMkMlMjJocmVmJTIyJTNBJTIyaHR0cHMlM0ElMkYlMkZ3d3cubXRtZXJjeS5lZHUlMkZhZG1pc3Npb25zLWFpZCUyRmFkbWl0dGVkLXN0dWRlbnRzJTJGb3JpZW50YXRpb24lMjIlN0QlMkMlMjJub2RlcyUyMiUzQSU1QiU3QiUyMm9iamVjdCUyMiUzQSUyMnRleHQlMjIlMkMlMjJsZWF2ZXMlMjIlM0ElNUIlN0IlMjJvYmplY3QlMjIlM0ElMjJsZWFmJTIyJTJDJTIydGV4dCUyMiUzQSUyMm9yaWVudGF0aW9uJTIyJTJDJTIybWFya3MlMjIlM0ElNUIlNUQlN0QlNUQlN0QlNUQlN0QlMkMlN0IlMjJvYmplY3QlMjIlM0ElMjJ0ZXh0JTIyJTJDJTIybGVhdmVzJTIyJTNBJTVCJTdCJTIyb2JqZWN0JTIyJTNBJTIybGVhZiUyMiUyQyUyMnRleHQlMjIlM0ElMjIlMjBwYWdlJTIwd2l0aCUyMGZ1cnRoZXIlMjBkZXRhaWxzLiUyMiUyQyUyMm1hcmtzJTIyJTNBJTVCJTVEJTdEJTVEJTdEJTVEJTdEJTJDJTdCJTIyb2JqZWN0JTIyJTNBJTIyYmxvY2slMjIlMkMlMjJ0eXBlJTIyJTNBJTIycGFyYWdyYXBoJTIyJTJDJTIyZGF0YSUyMiUzQSU3QiUyMmNsYXNzTmFtZSUyMiUzQW51bGwlN0QlMkMlMjJub2RlcyUyMiUzQSU1QiU3QiUyMm9iamVjdCUyMiUzQSUyMnRleHQlMjIlMkMlMjJsZWF2ZXMlMjIlM0ElNUIlN0IlMjJvYmplY3QlMjIlM0ElMjJsZWFmJTIyJTJDJTIydGV4dCUyMiUzQSUyMkZvciUyMHNjaGVkdWxpbmclMjBpbmZvcm1hdGlvbiUyMGFib3V0JTIwdGhlJTIwZXZlbnQlMkMlMjB2aXNpdCUyMG91ciUyMCUyMiUyQyUyMm1hcmtzJTIyJTNBJTVCJTVEJTdEJTVEJTdEJTJDJTdCJTIyb2JqZWN0JTIyJTNBJTIyaW5saW5lJTIyJTJDJTIydHlwZSUyMiUzQSUyMmxpbmslMjIlMkMlMjJkYXRhJTIyJTNBJTdCJTIyY2xhc3NOYW1lJTIyJTNBbnVsbCUyQyUyMmhyZWYlMjIlM0ElMjJodHRwcyUzQSUyRiUyRnd3dy5tdG1lcmN5LmVkdSUyRm5ld3MtZXZlbnRzJTJGZXZlbnRzJTJGMjAyMiUyRjA2JTJGZnJlc2htYW4tb3JpZW50YXRpb24tZGF5LTIlMjIlN0QlMkMlMjJub2RlcyUyMiUzQSU1QiU3QiUyMm9iamVjdCUyMiUzQSUyMnRleHQlMjIlMkMlMjJsZWF2ZXMlMjIlM0ElNUIlN0IlMjJvYmplY3QlMjIlM0ElMjJsZWFmJTIyJTJDJTIydGV4dCUyMiUzQSUyMmV2ZW50cyUyMiUyQyUyMm1hcmtzJTIyJTNBJTVCJTVEJTdEJTVEJTdEJTVEJTdEJTJDJTdCJTIyb2JqZWN0JTIyJTNBJTIydGV4dCUyMiUyQyUyMmxlYXZlcyUyMiUzQSU1QiU3QiUyMm9iamVjdCUyMiUzQSUyMmxlYWYlMjIlMkMlMjJ0ZXh0JTIyJTNBJTIyJTIwcGFnZS4lMjIlMkMlMjJtYXJrcyUyMiUzQSU1QiU1RCU3RCU1RCU3RCU1RCU3RCU1RCU3RA=="><span data-key="35"><span data-offset-key="35:0">For scheduling information about the event, visit our </span></span><a data-key="36" href="https://www.mtmercy.edu/news-events/events/2022/06/freshman-orientation-day-2"><span data-key="37"><span data-offset-key="37:0">events</span></span></a><span data-key="38"><span data-offset-key="38:0"> page.</span></span></p> 2022-05-20 17:00:00 -0500

6/03/22 2022-06-03 08:15:00 -0500

8:15 a.m.

Mount Mercy University
Cedar Rapids

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Afternoon Tea with M.B. Henry

<p>Join us for a conversation with Cedar Rapids-native author M.B. Henry on Sunday, July 17 at 1 PM.</p><p>About M.B. Henry<br>M.B. Henry is a lifelong student of history, especially military history, having visited battlefields and historical sites all over the world. She has a degree in Cinema and Comparative Literature, and has served as a historical consultant and researcher on films and television in Los Angeles. She lives with her husband and two cats in Indiana.</p><p>About All the Lights Above Us<br>Across Europe, on what history will call D-Day, five unforgettable women from all walks of life strive to survive the most terrifying night of their lives.</p><p>Told in alternating viewpoints, this unforgettable debut is perfect for fans of Kate Quinn and Pam Jenoff.</p><p>June 6, 1944. Allied forces hit the beaches of Nazi-occupied France. Among the countless lives shattered are those of five spirited women with starkly different lives. As the war reaches its tipping point, each of the women fight for the survival of themselves, their countries, and their way of life during one of the most pivotal days in history.</p><p>American expatriate Mildred, better known as Axis Sally, has a thriving career as a Nazi radio propagandist, but her conscience haunts her. Meanwhile, across the English Channel, young medical volunteer Theda is pushed to her limit as shiploads of casualties dock in Portsmouth. Closer to the front, intrepid Flora aids the French resistance, while she seeks out her vanished parents. Iron-willed Emilia has climbed the Gestapo ranks, but she is now bent on betraying them. Finally, dignified Adelaide’s faith is shaken when she is forced to quarter German soldiers.</p><p>Now, during the most perilous twenty-four hours of their lives, all five women must summon courage they never knew they had, as they confront the physical dangers of war, alongside treacherous family secrets, heartbreak, and the ability to trust themselves. For these women, their inner strength is their only hope. But is it enough? How far can one person go for the things they believe in?</p> 2022-04-13 14:00:00 -0500

7/17/22 2022-07-17 13:00:00 -0500

1:00 p.m.

Craft'd
Cedar Rapids

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