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• Road to Waubeek: Barbara Feller Author Event

  <p>Barbara Feller, author of Road to Waubeek: Discovering Jay G Sigmund, will be talking about and signing copies of this new release.&nbsp;</p><p>At the crossroads of two cultural icons exists Jay G. Sigmund, born in Waubeek, Iowa. As the Regionalist movement was in full swing guess who had an enormous influence on well-known artist Grant Wood? Jay Sigmund. Also at this time a paperboy in Cedar Rapids, Iowa, was working on his interests in writing poetry with Jay Sigmund. Who was this paperboy? Another icon from eastern Iowa, Paul Engle, best known as the long-time director of the Iowa Writers’ Workshop and as founder of the International Writing Program (IWP), both at the University of Iowa.</p><p>In his time, Jay Sigmund was a successful insurance agent, but also a nationally respected and well-known author who clearly had a major impact on Midwestern culture through his love of place, such as the Wapsipinicon River, Waubeek, Iowa, and locations in and around Cedar Rapids, Iowa.</p> 2018-09-15 20:00:00 -0500

  10/16/18 2018-10-16 19:00:00 -0500

  7:00 p.m.

  Barnes & Noble Bookseller

  Cedar Rapids

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• Cedar Rapids Family History Symposium

  <p>The Cedar Rapids Family History Symposium is open to anyone interested in family history. &nbsp; Whether you are new to family history or are one who is well versed in the subject, &nbsp;the symposium has classes for all levels.</p><p><strong>Details:</strong></p><p>There is no cost to attend.</p><p>Come to a few classes or stay all day!</p><p>Bring a brown bag lunch and enjoy a lunchtime program too.</p><p>Registration begins at 8:30am</p><p>Pre-registration is not required but is welcomed. Preregister through this link:<span>&nbsp;</span><a href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLSeIcjgfS42vsylbP5D6pzUMgur1AaISl12w8AkJddahKjxCEA/viewform">2018 Tools for Discovery FHS Registration</a><span>&nbsp;</span></p><p>The schedule can be found at &nbsp;www.cedarrapidsfhc.org</p><p>Class Descriptions:</p><p><strong>Getting Started:</strong></p><p>Instructor: Linda Novak</p><p>Learn the basics for getting started in your research. &nbsp;Learn how to search for</p><p>your long lost relatives, resources available and an introduction into "Family History Mania”.</p><p><strong>Roots Magic:</strong></p><p>Instructor: Eileen Kozman</p><p>Introduction and how-tos for the Roots Magic program. Learn tips and tricks to</p><p>speed your research. See how it works together with FamilySearch.</p><p>Program link: <a href="https://www.rootsmagic.com/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">https://www.rootsmagic.com/</a></p><p><strong>Ancestry:</strong></p><p>Instructor: Jody Gana &amp; Kacy Novak</p><p>Ancestry.com is a leading place to search for sources, share data, and</p><p>connect with other researchers in your lines. Learn to attach sources to your tree</p><p>to prove your family finds.</p><p>Program Link: <a href="https://www.ancestry.com/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">https://www.ancestry.com/</a></p><p><strong>DNA:</strong></p><p>Instructor: Kathy Bopp</p><p>Use “his” and “her” and autosomal DNA to focus your family research.</p><p>Share information with cousins found in the ever-growing worldwide</p><p>DNA database.</p><p><strong>Tree Share:</strong></p><p>Instructor: Kacy Novak</p><p>Learn how to interchange sources attached to your tree with Ancestry and</p><p>personal offline data in Roots Magic.</p><p><strong>FamilySearch:</strong></p><p>Instructor: Norm Roundy</p><p>FamilySearch.org is known for its user-friendly family tree and searchable</p><p>records. Dig deep into the program and explore helps for searching for and sharing ancestor data.</p><p>Program link: <a href="https://www.familysearch.org/" rel="nofollow noreferrer noopener" target="_blank">https://www.familysearch.org/</a></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2018-09-27 16:00:00 -0500

  10/27/18 2018-10-27 09:00:00 -0500

  9:00 a.m.

  Cedar Rapids Family History Center

  Cedar Rapids

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• Freud's Last Session

  <p>Set in Sigmund Freud’s London home on the day</p><p>England entered World War II, Freud’s Last Session is an imaginary meeting between Freud, the father of psychology, and C.S. Lewis, professor and Christian apologist. Freud’s Last Session is a hard-hitting game of verbal and intellectual chess, with both Lewis and Freud bandying wits, beliefs, and desires.</p><p>www.freudslastsession.com</p><p>Free UD student admission made possible by UD Student</p><p>Government Association (SGA) and UD Psychology Club.</p> 2018-08-06 21:00:00 -0500

  10/19/18 2018-10-19 19:30:00 -0500

  7:30 p.m.

  University of Dubuque Heritage Center

  Dubuque

  9

• Music of the Civil War through the Eyes of the Soldier

  <p>The soldiers in the campgrounds used music as an escape form the awful situation in which they were involved.<span>&nbsp;</span></p><p>Folk Singer, Storyteller, Musician and Music Historian, Mike Anderson brings the music of the American Civil War to life using the instruments of the men who fought the war.</p> 2018-07-25 15:30:00 -0500

  10/15/18 2018-10-15 14:30:00 -0500

  2:30 p.m.

  Hiawatha Public Library

  Hiawatha

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• Nooks and Crannies Tour of Brucemore

  <p>Visit every floor, peek into closed rooms, and satisfy curiosity through this all-access pass to the Mansion. Marvel at the Skinner pipe organ room, discover the architecture and oddities in the attic, and experience the sight and sound of a "rain storm" in the basement Tahitian Room.</p> 2018-10-18 19:00:00 -0500

  10/18/18 2018-10-18 17:30:00 -0500

  5:30 p.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  10

• Holiday Tours of Brucemore Mansion

  <p>During the holiday season, Brucemore is a sight to be seen. With thirteen trees and garlands galore, the mansion is decked out on all four floors.&nbsp;</p><p>Visitors will enjoy the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase, and other seasonal cheer throughout the Mansion. Sunday tours in December will be accompanied by piano music.&nbsp;</p> 2018-12-02 15:30:00 -0600

  12/02/18 2018-12-02 12:30:00 -0600

  12:30 p.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  5

• Freud's Last Session

  <p>Set in Sigmund Freud’s London home on the day England entered World War II, Freud’s Last Session is an imaginary meeting between Freud, the father of psychology, and C.S. Lewis, professor and Christian apologist. Freud’s Last Session is a hard-hitting game of verbal and intellectual chess, with both Lewis and Freud bandying wits, beliefs, and desires.</p><p>www.freudslastsession.com</p><p>Free UD student admission made possible by UD Student</p><p>Government Association (SGA) and UD Psychology Club.</p> 2018-08-06 17:00:00 -0500

  10/19/18 2018-10-19 15:30:00 -0500

  3:30 p.m.

  University of Dubuque Heritage Center

  Dubuque

  9

• Nooks and Crannies Tour of Brucemore

  <p>Visit every floor, peek into closed rooms, and satisfy curiosity through this all-access pass to the Mansion. Marvel at the Skinner pipe organ room, discover the architecture and oddities in the attic, and experience the sight and sound of a "rain storm" in the basement Tahitian Room.</p> 2018-10-25 19:00:00 -0500

  10/25/18 2018-10-25 17:30:00 -0500

  5:30 p.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  10

• Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad

  <p>This stirring drama, an accurate and deeply moving musical history lesson, is a classic tribute to the courageous brave American who freed herself and hundreds of others from the bonds of slavery.</p><p>As her story unfolds we learn of Harriet’s early years in slavery, her escape to freedom, and her time as a conductor on the Underground Railroad, a lifeline for slaves escaping to freedom. The North wins the war bringing emancipation to the slaves, but that does not end Harriet’s struggle for freedom as she continues fighting for everyone who suffers inequality. This performance is part of our Youth Matinee Series. <a href="https://www.center.iastate.edu/events/harriet-tubman-and-the-underground-railroad/">Tickets start at $4.</a></p>

  2/18/19 2019-02-18 10:00:00 -0600

  10:00 a.m.

  Stephens Auditorium

  Ames

  4

• Harriet Tubman and the Underground Railroad

  <p>This stirring drama, an accurate and deeply moving musical history lesson, is a classic tribute to the courageous brave American who freed herself and hundreds of others from the bonds of slavery.</p><p>As her story unfolds we learn of Harriet’s early years in slavery, her escape to freedom, and her time as a conductor on the Underground Railroad, a lifeline for slaves escaping to freedom. The North wins the war bringing emancipation to the slaves, but that does not end Harriet’s struggle for freedom as she continues fighting for everyone who suffers inequality. This performance is part of our Youth Matinee Series. <a href="https://www.center.iastate.edu/events/harriet-tubman/">Tickets start at $4.</a></p>

  2/18/19 2019-02-18 12:30:00 -0600

  12:30 p.m.

  Stephens Auditorium

  Ames

  4

• Union Sunday School Concert Series

  <p>The annual Union Sunday School Concert Series features performances by trained musicians on the largest Kimball Pipe Organ in the United States. Built in 1896, the organ was a gift presented by former Iowa Governor William Larrabee to his daughter, Anna, who was the church’s organist for more than 60 years. Union Sunday School is part of the Montauk Historic Site.</p><p>Following the concert, the Clermont Historical Society will provide refreshments at the Clermont Opera House – one block from the Union Sunday School. Both the Concert and Tea are free.</p><p>The Organ Concert Series is co-sponsored by the State Historical Society of Iowa and the Clermont Historical Society.</p> 2018-04-04 15:30:00 -0500

  10/28/18 2018-10-28 14:30:00 -0500

  2:30 p.m.

  Union Sunday School

  Clermont

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• Obermann Conversation: Gerrymandering and Voter Rights

  <p>A history of gerrymandering and other ways to effect the vote. Speakers will include Tracy Osborn, UI Associate Professor of Political Science</p> 2018-10-10 17:00:00 -0500

  10/25/18 2018-10-25 16:00:00 -0500

  4:00 p.m.

  Iowa City Public Library

  Iowa City

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• The Wonder Bread Years

  <p>A fresh and funny salute to Americana, The Wonder Bread Years, starring Pat Hazell (former Seinfeld writer and The Tonight Show regular), is a fast-paced, hilarious production that gracefully walks the line between standup and theater. Audiences across the country have enjoyed this show which restores a much-needed sense of wonder, leaving audiences laughing and savoring the past like never before. From sitting at the kids table to riding in the way back of the Country Squire Wagon, The Wonder Bread Years is a comic bullseye for Baby Boomers everywhere. Jerry Seinfeld calls it “Milk-snorting funny!” and the Los Angeles Times boasts “Pure Unpasteurized Nostalgia.”</p><p>www.wonderbreadyears.com</p> 2018-08-06 21:00:00 -0500

  11/16/18 2018-11-16 19:30:00 -0600

  7:30 p.m.

  University of Dubuque Heritage Center

  Dubuque

  10

• Holiday Tours of Brucemore Mansion

  <p>During the holiday season, Brucemore is a sight to be seen. With thirteen trees and garlands galore, the mansion is decked out on all four floors.&nbsp;</p><p>Visitors will enjoy the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase, and other seasonal cheer throughout the Mansion. Sunday tours in December will be accompanied by piano music.&nbsp;</p> 2018-05-16 15:30:00 -0500

  11/23/18 2018-11-23 09:30:00 -0600

  9:30 a.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  5

• Holiday Tours of Brucemore Mansion

  <p>During the holiday season, Brucemore is a sight to be seen. With thirteen trees and garlands galore, the mansion is decked out on all four floors.&nbsp;</p><p>Visitors will enjoy the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase, and other seasonal cheer throughout the Mansion. Sunday tours in December will be accompanied by piano music.&nbsp;</p> 2018-11-24 15:30:00 -0600

  11/24/18 2018-11-24 09:30:00 -0600

  9:30 a.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  5

• Holiday Tours of Brucemore Mansion

  <p>During the holiday season, Brucemore is a sight to be seen. With thirteen trees and garlands galore, the mansion is decked out on all four floors.&nbsp;</p><p>Visitors will enjoy the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase, and other seasonal cheer throughout the Mansion. Sunday tours in December will be accompanied by piano music.&nbsp;</p> 2018-11-28 15:30:00 -0600

  11/28/18 2018-11-28 09:30:00 -0600

  9:30 a.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  5

• Holiday Tours of Brucemore Mansion

  <p>During the holiday season, Brucemore is a sight to be seen. With thirteen trees and garlands galore, the mansion is decked out on all four floors.&nbsp;</p><p>Visitors will enjoy the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase, and other seasonal cheer throughout the Mansion. Sunday tours in December will be accompanied by piano music.&nbsp;</p> 2018-11-29 15:30:00 -0600

  11/29/18 2018-11-29 09:30:00 -0600

  9:30 a.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  5

• Holiday Tours of Brucemore Mansion

  <p>During the holiday season, Brucemore is a sight to be seen. With thirteen trees and garlands galore, the mansion is decked out on all four floors.&nbsp;</p><p>Visitors will enjoy the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase, and other seasonal cheer throughout the Mansion. Sunday tours in December will be accompanied by piano music.&nbsp;</p> 2018-11-30 15:30:00 -0600

  11/30/18 2018-11-30 09:30:00 -0600

  9:30 a.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  5

• Holiday Tours of Brucemore Mansion

  <p>During the holiday season, Brucemore is a sight to be seen. With thirteen trees and garlands galore, the mansion is decked out on all four floors.&nbsp;</p><p>Visitors will enjoy the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase, and other seasonal cheer throughout the Mansion. Sunday tours in December will be accompanied by piano music.&nbsp;</p> 2018-12-01 15:30:00 -0600

  12/01/18 2018-12-01 09:30:00 -0600

  9:30 a.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  5

• Holiday Tours of Brucemore Mansion

  <p>During the holiday season, Brucemore is a sight to be seen. With thirteen trees and garlands galore, the mansion is decked out on all four floors.&nbsp;</p><p>Visitors will enjoy the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase, and other seasonal cheer throughout the Mansion. Sunday tours in December will be accompanied by piano music.&nbsp;</p> 2018-12-05 15:30:00 -0600

  12/05/18 2018-12-05 09:30:00 -0600

  9:30 a.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  5

• Holiday Tours of Brucemore Mansion

  <p>During the holiday season, Brucemore is a sight to be seen. With thirteen trees and garlands galore, the mansion is decked out on all four floors.&nbsp;</p><p>Visitors will enjoy the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase, and other seasonal cheer throughout the Mansion. Sunday tours in December will be accompanied by piano music.&nbsp;</p> 2018-12-06 15:30:00 -0600

  12/06/18 2018-12-06 09:30:00 -0600

  9:30 a.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  5

• Holiday Tours of Brucemore Mansion

  <p>During the holiday season, Brucemore is a sight to be seen. With thirteen trees and garlands galore, the mansion is decked out on all four floors.&nbsp;</p><p>Visitors will enjoy the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase, and other seasonal cheer throughout the Mansion. Sunday tours in December will be accompanied by piano music.&nbsp;</p> 2018-12-07 15:30:00 -0600

  12/07/18 2018-12-07 09:30:00 -0600

  9:30 a.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  5

• Holiday Tours of Brucemore Mansion

  <p>During the holiday season, Brucemore is a sight to be seen. With thirteen trees and garlands galore, the mansion is decked out on all four floors.&nbsp;</p><p>Visitors will enjoy the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase, and other seasonal cheer throughout the Mansion. Sunday tours in December will be accompanied by piano music.&nbsp;</p> 2018-12-08 15:30:00 -0600

  12/08/18 2018-12-08 09:30:00 -0600

  9:30 a.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  5

• Holiday Tours of Brucemore Mansion

  <p>During the holiday season, Brucemore is a sight to be seen. With thirteen trees and garlands galore, the mansion is decked out on all four floors.&nbsp;</p><p>Visitors will enjoy the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase, and other seasonal cheer throughout the Mansion. Sunday tours in December will be accompanied by piano music.&nbsp;</p> 2018-12-12 15:30:00 -0600

  12/12/18 2018-12-12 09:30:00 -0600

  9:30 a.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  5

• Holiday Tours of Brucemore Mansion

  <p>During the holiday season, Brucemore is a sight to be seen. With thirteen trees and garlands galore, the mansion is decked out on all four floors.&nbsp;</p><p>Visitors will enjoy the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase, and other seasonal cheer throughout the Mansion. Sunday tours in December will be accompanied by piano music.&nbsp;</p> 2018-12-13 15:30:00 -0600

  12/13/18 2018-12-13 09:30:00 -0600

  9:30 a.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  5

• Holiday Tours of Brucemore Mansion

  <p>During the holiday season, Brucemore is a sight to be seen. With thirteen trees and garlands galore, the mansion is decked out on all four floors.&nbsp;</p><p>Visitors will enjoy the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase, and other seasonal cheer throughout the Mansion. Sunday tours in December will be accompanied by piano music.&nbsp;</p> 2018-12-14 15:30:00 -0600

  12/14/18 2018-12-14 09:30:00 -0600

  9:30 a.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  5

• Holiday Tours of Brucemore Mansion

  <p>During the holiday season, Brucemore is a sight to be seen. With thirteen trees and garlands galore, the mansion is decked out on all four floors.&nbsp;</p><p>Visitors will enjoy the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase, and other seasonal cheer throughout the Mansion. Sunday tours in December will be accompanied by piano music.&nbsp;</p> 2018-12-15 15:30:00 -0600

  12/15/18 2018-12-15 09:30:00 -0600

  9:30 a.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  5

• Holiday Tours of Brucemore Mansion

  <p>During the holiday season, Brucemore is a sight to be seen. With thirteen trees and garlands galore, the mansion is decked out on all four floors.&nbsp;</p><p>Visitors will enjoy the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase, and other seasonal cheer throughout the Mansion. Sunday tours in December will be accompanied by piano music.&nbsp;</p> 2018-12-19 15:30:00 -0600

  12/19/18 2018-12-19 09:30:00 -0600

  9:30 a.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  5

• Holiday Tours of Brucemore Mansion

  <p>During the holiday season, Brucemore is a sight to be seen. With thirteen trees and garlands galore, the mansion is decked out on all four floors.&nbsp;</p><p>Visitors will enjoy the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase, and other seasonal cheer throughout the Mansion. Sunday tours in December will be accompanied by piano music.&nbsp;</p> 2018-12-20 15:30:00 -0600

  12/20/18 2018-12-20 09:30:00 -0600

  9:30 a.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  5

• Holiday Tours of Brucemore Mansion

  <p>During the holiday season, Brucemore is a sight to be seen. With thirteen trees and garlands galore, the mansion is decked out on all four floors.&nbsp;</p><p>Visitors will enjoy the seasonal splendor of glowing trees, a dining room set for Christmas dinner, stunning mantel arrangements, the lush garland adornment of the grand staircase, and other seasonal cheer throughout the Mansion. Sunday tours in December will be accompanied by piano music.&nbsp;</p> 2018-12-21 15:30:00 -0600

  12/21/18 2018-12-21 09:30:00 -0600

  9:30 a.m.

  Brucemore

  Cedar Rapids

  5