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Art Program
<p>Jim Jacobmeyer, Executive Director of the Artisan's Sanctuary will facilitate an art workshop the first Wednesday of the month from December-February.</p><p>Over the next three months come and explore manga/anime, illustration and altered books.</p><p>Please register by calling the library or online at <a href="http://www.crlibrary.org">www.crlibrary.org</a> on the events page.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2020-01-01 19:00:00 -06001/08/206:00 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
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Art Program
<p>Jim Jacobmeyer, Executive Director of the Artisan's Sanctuary will facilitate an art workshop the first Wednesday of the month from December-February.</p><p>Over the next three months come and explore manga/anime, illustration and altered books.</p><p>Please register by calling the library or online at <a href="http://www.crlibrary.org">www.crlibrary.org</a> on the events page.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2020-02-05 19:00:00 -06002/05/206:00 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Christmas Double Feature
<p><strong>The Night Before Christmas </strong>unfolds in a magical public library with a jolly library volunteer sharing music, dancing and a holiday tale during the weekly story hour. Come see how this classic poem comes to life with dancing reindeer, original music and, of course, Santa himself. </p><p><strong>A Charlie Brown Christmas - </strong>The lovable kids of the Charles Schultz classic from the beloved holiday TV Special are brought to life on stage. Join Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Snoopy and the gang as they celebrate Christmas! </p> 2019-08-02 20:30:00 -050012/13/197:00 p.m.Hope Martin TheatreWaterloo -
Christmas Double Feature
<p><strong>The Night Before Christmas </strong>unfolds in a magical public library with a jolly library volunteer sharing music, dancing and a holiday tale during the weekly story hour. Come see how this classic poem comes to life with dancing reindeer, original music and, of course, Santa himself. </p><p><strong>A Charlie Brown Christmas - </strong>The lovable kids of the Charles Schultz classic from the beloved holiday TV Special are brought to life on stage. Join Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Snoopy and the gang as they celebrate Christmas! </p> 2019-08-02 15:30:00 -050012/14/192:00 p.m.Hope Martin TheatreWaterloo -
Christmas Double Feature
<p><strong>The Night Before Christmas </strong>unfolds in a magical public library with a jolly library volunteer sharing music, dancing and a holiday tale during the weekly story hour. Come see how this classic poem comes to life with dancing reindeer, original music and, of course, Santa himself. </p><p><strong>A Charlie Brown Christmas - </strong>The lovable kids of the Charles Schultz classic from the beloved holiday TV Special are brought to life on stage. Join Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Snoopy and the gang as they celebrate Christmas! </p> 2019-08-02 15:30:00 -050012/15/192:00 p.m.Hope Martin TheatreWaterloo -
CRFD Safety Scoop: Managing the Medicare Maze
<p><strong>CRFD Safety Scoop</strong></p><p>Are you turning 65 or thinking about retiring soon? Here are some question you may have about Medicare. When should I enroll? Do I need Medicare if I plan to continue to work? Do I need a supplement or should I sign up for a Medicare Advantage Plan? Sharon Tauke, SHIIP (Senior Health Insurance Information Program) Volunteer and Linn County TRIAD presenter is prepared to answer your Medicare questions.</p><p><strong>Refreshments provided - parking Limited. </strong> Enter the building at the corner of 8th Street SE and First Avenue. <strong> Call 319.286.5166 </strong>for additional questions and/or if accommodations are needed.</p> 2019-11-04 12:00:00 -06007/22/2011:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Fire DepartmentCedar Rapids -
Christmas Double Feature
<p><strong>The Night Before Christmas </strong>unfolds in a magical public library with a jolly library volunteer sharing music, dancing and a holiday tale during the weekly story hour. Come see how this classic poem comes to life with dancing reindeer, original music and, of course, Santa himself. </p><p><strong>A Charlie Brown Christmas - </strong>The lovable kids of the Charles Schultz classic from the beloved holiday TV Special are brought to life on stage. Join Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Snoopy and the gang as they celebrate Christmas! </p> 2019-08-02 20:30:00 -050012/20/197:00 p.m.Hope Martin TheatreWaterloo -
Christmas Double Feature
<p><strong>The Night Before Christmas </strong>unfolds in a magical public library with a jolly library volunteer sharing music, dancing and a holiday tale during the weekly story hour. Come see how this classic poem comes to life with dancing reindeer, original music and, of course, Santa himself. </p><p><strong>A Charlie Brown Christmas - </strong>The lovable kids of the Charles Schultz classic from the beloved holiday TV Special are brought to life on stage. Join Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Snoopy and the gang as they celebrate Christmas! </p> 2019-08-02 15:30:00 -050012/21/192:00 p.m.Hope Martin TheatreWaterloo -
Meet the Author: Erin Casey
<p>The second book in The Purple Door District is coming LIVE to M and M Bookstore on December 14. Help us launch Erin's book into the world!<br><br>About Erin Casey<br>Erin graduated from Cornell College in 2009 with degrees in English and Secondary Education. She decided to expand upon her teaching knowledge by leading writing sessions at first for the Iowa Writers' House and now for The Writers' Rooms. <br><br>She attended the Denver Publishing Institute in 2009 and has been a recruiter ever since. She is the Communications and Student Relationships Manager at The Iowa Writers' House and one of two Directors of The Writers' Rooms. She writes children's poetry and stories for Whimsical Whiskers and volunteers at RARE, a raptor rescue center. <br><br>She's also a devoted bird mom. <br><br>When not volunteering and working, she's writing her LGBT YA fantasy story, posting urban and regular fantasy on Wattpad, and sharing her literary journey on Instagram. <br><br>She released her first book, The Purple Door District, in December 2018. Her next book, Wolf Pit, is set to come out December 2019. </p> 2019-11-28 13:00:00 -060012/14/1911:00 a.m.M & M BookstoreCedar Rapids -
Christmas Double Feature
<p><strong>The Night Before Christmas </strong>unfolds in a magical public library with a jolly library volunteer sharing music, dancing and a holiday tale during the weekly story hour. Come see how this classic poem comes to life with dancing reindeer, original music and, of course, Santa himself. </p><p><strong>A Charlie Brown Christmas - </strong>The lovable kids of the Charles Schultz classic from the beloved holiday TV Special are brought to life on stage. Join Charlie Brown, Lucy, Linus, Snoopy and the gang as they celebrate Christmas! </p> 2019-08-02 15:30:00 -050012/22/192:00 p.m.Hope Martin TheatreWaterloo -
Cornell College Music Monday: Amara Piano Quartet
<p dir="ltr">The<a href="https://rilearts.com/ensembles/amara-piano-quartet/"> Amara Piano Quartet</a> is the successor to the Ames Piano Quartet, whose distinguished performing history spanned the last thirty-six years. Upon the retirement of two of its original members in 2012, the Quartet was renamed “Amara,” a name connoting mythic paradise in Abyssinian.</p><p dir="ltr">The Amara Quartet performs the masterpieces from the standard repertoire as well as new music (the group’s new recording of the two Faure Piano Quartets is scheduled for release in August 2018.) It also continues to research unjustly neglected piano quartets from the past. Like its predecessor the Ames Piano Quartet, the Amara performs little-known gems such as the Suk Piano Quartet, the Frank Bridge Phantasy, the Herbert Howells Piano Quartet, and similar. The Amara Piano Quartet is managed by Joanne Rile Artists Management, of Philadelphia.</p>2/17/207:30 p.m.Cornell College, King ChapelMount Vernon -
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CRFD Safety Scoop - Disaster Preparations
<p><strong>CRFD Safety Scoop - Disaster Preparation. 11:00 am - 12:00 pm February 26, 2020</strong></p><p>Steve M. O’Konek, Coordinator, Linn County Emergency Management Agency, will discuss how participants can prepare for natural or man-made disasters by providing tips, tricks and ideas to help people be prepared should disaster strike. Some topics included in the presentation: How to be prepared by having a plan, using tools to help be ready and personal preparedness such as medications, pets. </p><p>Central Fire Station - 713 First Avenue SE. Safety Scoop is free and open to the public. Refreshments provided, parking limited. Optional tour offered after the presentation. Call 319.286.5166 for questions or accommodations.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Steve M. O’Konek |Coordinator</p><p>Linn County Emergency Management Agency</p> 2019-11-18 12:00:00 -06002/26/2011:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Fire DepartmentCedar Rapids -
Straight White Men by Young Jean Lee
<p>A brash and bold new play for the holidays that explores male privilege with an anthropologist's curiosity and a razor-sharp wit. </p><p>When Ed and his three adult sons come together for Christmas, they enjoy pranks, trash-talking, and takeout Chinese food -- until an existential crisis threatens to tear their happy family apart. In a world where identity matters and privilege is problematic, what is the value of being a straight white man?<br><br>Performance Dates & Times:<br>Thursdays: Dec. 5* & 12* 7:30 PM<br>Fridays: Nov. 29, Dec. 6 & 13 7:30 PM<br>Saturdays: Nov. 30, Dec. 7** & 14 7:30 PM<br>Sundays: Dec. 1, 8, and 15 2:00 PM<br>* Free drink with every ticket on Thirsty Thursdays!<br>** Post-show talk back with Jennifer Buckley following performance on 12/7<br><br>TICKETS:<br>$30 Adults, 28 Seniors, $10 Students w/ID<br>By phone at (319) 338-7672, in person at 213 N. Gilbert St., Iowa City, Tues & Wed 3-5PM, Thu & Fri 1-6PM, or 1 hour before each show. Online at <a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.riversidetheatre.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0nyH-yOmZVp2P6757ZxS-ch3DstwWS7iGYn9JATQmL5AMtdPmjm_FgVMg&h=AT3yIvtX72N4gySV2kt6FH-pLWJranOxVqwRlvkn8H_cWfusGjeRUSZjUsjFmb1HL1g0b1B6nL49EkA7QiEJMqQDcUEsB1rGwR1dSCF46gj_MCAwGtl1sBfhfKO1ncL8NQ" href="http://www.riversidetheatre.org/?fbclid=IwAR0nyH-yOmZVp2P6757ZxS-ch3DstwWS7iGYn9JATQmL5AMtdPmjm_FgVMg" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.riversidetheatre.org</a><br><br>Featuring Kevin Burford, Michael Francis, Diviin Huff, Kevin Michael Moore, Jaime Nevins, and Aaron Weiner. Set Design: S. Benjamin Farrar, Costumes: Emma Tremmel, Sound: Bri Atwood, Props: Stephen Polchert, Choreographer: Amy Simonson, Stage Managers: Alexis Hinman and Olivia Leslie, ASM: Noel VanDenBosch.<br><br>More information at <a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.riversidetheatre.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2VYMWL52IANfAmLU0rEEX6Otdt5efZxNoISLHSX8kR-I7zEwH6SMyszrM&h=AT3yIvtX72N4gySV2kt6FH-pLWJranOxVqwRlvkn8H_cWfusGjeRUSZjUsjFmb1HL1g0b1B6nL49EkA7QiEJMqQDcUEsB1rGwR1dSCF46gj_MCAwGtl1sBfhfKO1ncL8NQ" href="http://www.riversidetheatre.org/?fbclid=IwAR2VYMWL52IANfAmLU0rEEX6Otdt5efZxNoISLHSX8kR-I7zEwH6SMyszrM" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.riversidetheatre.org</a></p> 2019-12-12 21:00:00 -060012/12/197:30 p.m.Riverside TheatreIowa City -
Straight White Men by Young Jean Lee
<p>A brash and bold new play for the holidays that explores male privilege with an anthropologist's curiosity and a razor-sharp wit. </p><p>When Ed and his three adult sons come together for Christmas, they enjoy pranks, trash-talking, and takeout Chinese food -- until an existential crisis threatens to tear their happy family apart. In a world where identity matters and privilege is problematic, what is the value of being a straight white man?<br><br>Performance Dates & Times:<br>Thursdays: Dec. 5* & 12* 7:30 PM<br>Fridays: Nov. 29, Dec. 6 & 13 7:30 PM<br>Saturdays: Nov. 30, Dec. 7** & 14 7:30 PM<br>Sundays: Dec. 1, 8, and 15 2:00 PM<br>* Free drink with every ticket on Thirsty Thursdays!<br>** Post-show talk back with Jennifer Buckley following performance on 12/7<br><br>TICKETS:<br>$30 Adults, 28 Seniors, $10 Students w/ID<br>By phone at (319) 338-7672, in person at 213 N. Gilbert St., Iowa City, Tues & Wed 3-5PM, Thu & Fri 1-6PM, or 1 hour before each show. Online at <a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.riversidetheatre.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0nyH-yOmZVp2P6757ZxS-ch3DstwWS7iGYn9JATQmL5AMtdPmjm_FgVMg&h=AT3yIvtX72N4gySV2kt6FH-pLWJranOxVqwRlvkn8H_cWfusGjeRUSZjUsjFmb1HL1g0b1B6nL49EkA7QiEJMqQDcUEsB1rGwR1dSCF46gj_MCAwGtl1sBfhfKO1ncL8NQ" href="http://www.riversidetheatre.org/?fbclid=IwAR0nyH-yOmZVp2P6757ZxS-ch3DstwWS7iGYn9JATQmL5AMtdPmjm_FgVMg" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.riversidetheatre.org</a><br><br>Featuring Kevin Burford, Michael Francis, Diviin Huff, Kevin Michael Moore, Jaime Nevins, and Aaron Weiner. Set Design: S. Benjamin Farrar, Costumes: Emma Tremmel, Sound: Bri Atwood, Props: Stephen Polchert, Choreographer: Amy Simonson, Stage Managers: Alexis Hinman and Olivia Leslie, ASM: Noel VanDenBosch.<br><br>More information at <a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.riversidetheatre.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2VYMWL52IANfAmLU0rEEX6Otdt5efZxNoISLHSX8kR-I7zEwH6SMyszrM&h=AT3yIvtX72N4gySV2kt6FH-pLWJranOxVqwRlvkn8H_cWfusGjeRUSZjUsjFmb1HL1g0b1B6nL49EkA7QiEJMqQDcUEsB1rGwR1dSCF46gj_MCAwGtl1sBfhfKO1ncL8NQ" href="http://www.riversidetheatre.org/?fbclid=IwAR2VYMWL52IANfAmLU0rEEX6Otdt5efZxNoISLHSX8kR-I7zEwH6SMyszrM" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.riversidetheatre.org</a></p> 2019-12-13 21:00:00 -060012/13/197:30 p.m.Riverside TheatreIowa City -
Straight White Men by Young Jean Lee
<p>A brash and bold new play for the holidays that explores male privilege with an anthropologist's curiosity and a razor-sharp wit. </p><p>When Ed and his three adult sons come together for Christmas, they enjoy pranks, trash-talking, and takeout Chinese food -- until an existential crisis threatens to tear their happy family apart. In a world where identity matters and privilege is problematic, what is the value of being a straight white man?<br><br>Performance Dates & Times:<br>Thursdays: Dec. 5* & 12* 7:30 PM<br>Fridays: Nov. 29, Dec. 6 & 13 7:30 PM<br>Saturdays: Nov. 30, Dec. 7** & 14 7:30 PM<br>Sundays: Dec. 1, 8, and 15 2:00 PM<br>* Free drink with every ticket on Thirsty Thursdays!<br>** Post-show talk back with Jennifer Buckley following performance on 12/7<br><br>TICKETS:<br>$30 Adults, 28 Seniors, $10 Students w/ID<br>By phone at (319) 338-7672, in person at 213 N. Gilbert St., Iowa City, Tues & Wed 3-5PM, Thu & Fri 1-6PM, or 1 hour before each show. Online at <a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.riversidetheatre.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0nyH-yOmZVp2P6757ZxS-ch3DstwWS7iGYn9JATQmL5AMtdPmjm_FgVMg&h=AT3yIvtX72N4gySV2kt6FH-pLWJranOxVqwRlvkn8H_cWfusGjeRUSZjUsjFmb1HL1g0b1B6nL49EkA7QiEJMqQDcUEsB1rGwR1dSCF46gj_MCAwGtl1sBfhfKO1ncL8NQ" href="http://www.riversidetheatre.org/?fbclid=IwAR0nyH-yOmZVp2P6757ZxS-ch3DstwWS7iGYn9JATQmL5AMtdPmjm_FgVMg" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.riversidetheatre.org</a><br><br>Featuring Kevin Burford, Michael Francis, Diviin Huff, Kevin Michael Moore, Jaime Nevins, and Aaron Weiner. Set Design: S. Benjamin Farrar, Costumes: Emma Tremmel, Sound: Bri Atwood, Props: Stephen Polchert, Choreographer: Amy Simonson, Stage Managers: Alexis Hinman and Olivia Leslie, ASM: Noel VanDenBosch.<br><br>More information at <a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.riversidetheatre.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2VYMWL52IANfAmLU0rEEX6Otdt5efZxNoISLHSX8kR-I7zEwH6SMyszrM&h=AT3yIvtX72N4gySV2kt6FH-pLWJranOxVqwRlvkn8H_cWfusGjeRUSZjUsjFmb1HL1g0b1B6nL49EkA7QiEJMqQDcUEsB1rGwR1dSCF46gj_MCAwGtl1sBfhfKO1ncL8NQ" href="http://www.riversidetheatre.org/?fbclid=IwAR2VYMWL52IANfAmLU0rEEX6Otdt5efZxNoISLHSX8kR-I7zEwH6SMyszrM" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.riversidetheatre.org</a></p> 2019-12-14 21:00:00 -060012/14/197:30 p.m.Riverside TheatreIowa City -
Trevor
<p>Free for Coe College students, faculty, and staff.</p><p>General Admission: $15</p><p>Non-Coe Students & Seniors 55 and Older: $10</p><p>There's nothing unusual about an out-of-work actor lounging on his sofa, waiting for his next gig and occasionally driving into town for supplies, except when that actor is Trevor, a 200-pound chimpanzee! Based on a true story, this witty and heartfelt comedy manages to delve into important questions about relationships and our seemingly unlimited capacity to lit to ourselves.</p><p> </p><p>Written by Nick Jones</p><p>Directed by Dr. Dennis Barnett</p> 2019-10-03 21:30:00 -05004/17/207:30 p.m.Coe College, Dows Fine Arts Center, Dows TheaterCedar Rapids -
Trevor
<p>Free for Coe College students, faculty, and staff.</p><p>General Admission: $15</p><p>Non-Coe Students & Seniors 55 and Older: $10</p><p>There's nothing unusual about an out-of-work actor lounging on his sofa, waiting for his next gig and occasionally driving into town for supplies, except when that actor is Trevor, a 200-pound chimpanzee! Based on a true story, this witty and heartfelt comedy manages to delve into important questions about relationships and our seemingly unlimited capacity to lit to ourselves.</p><p> </p><p>Written by Nick Jones</p><p>Directed by Dr. Dennis Barnett</p> 2020-04-18 21:30:00 -05004/18/207:30 p.m.Coe College, Dows Fine Arts Center, Dows TheaterCedar Rapids -
Trevor
<p>Free for Coe College students, faculty, and staff.</p><p>General Admission: $15</p><p>Non-Coe Students & Seniors 55 and Older: $10</p><p>There's nothing unusual about an out-of-work actor lounging on his sofa, waiting for his next gig and occasionally driving into town for supplies, except when that actor is Trevor, a 200-pound chimpanzee! Based on a true story, this witty and heartfelt comedy manages to delve into important questions about relationships and our seemingly unlimited capacity to lit to ourselves.</p><p> </p><p>Written by Nick Jones</p><p>Directed by Dr. Dennis Barnett</p> 2019-10-03 21:30:00 -05004/23/207:30 p.m.Coe College, Dows Fine Arts Center, Dows TheaterCedar Rapids -
Trevor
<p>Free for Coe College students, faculty, and staff.</p><p>General Admission: $15</p><p>Non-Coe Students & Seniors 55 and Older: $10</p><p>There's nothing unusual about an out-of-work actor lounging on his sofa, waiting for his next gig and occasionally driving into town for supplies, except when that actor is Trevor, a 200-pound chimpanzee! Based on a true story, this witty and heartfelt comedy manages to delve into important questions about relationships and our seemingly unlimited capacity to lit to ourselves.</p><p> </p><p>Written by Nick Jones</p><p>Directed by Dr. Dennis Barnett</p> 2020-04-24 21:30:00 -05004/24/207:30 p.m.Coe College, Dows Fine Arts Center, Dows TheaterCedar Rapids -
Trevor
<p>Free for Coe College students, faculty, and staff.</p><p>General Admission: $15</p><p>Non-Coe Students & Seniors 55 and Older: $10</p><p>There's nothing unusual about an out-of-work actor lounging on his sofa, waiting for his next gig and occasionally driving into town for supplies, except when that actor is Trevor, a 200-pound chimpanzee! Based on a true story, this witty and heartfelt comedy manages to delve into important questions about relationships and our seemingly unlimited capacity to lit to ourselves.</p><p> </p><p>Written by Nick Jones</p><p>Directed by Dr. Dennis Barnett</p> 2020-04-25 21:30:00 -05004/25/207:30 p.m.Coe College, Dows Fine Arts Center, Dows TheaterCedar Rapids -
Trevor
<p>Free for Coe College students, faculty, and staff.</p><p>General Admission: $15</p><p>Non-Coe Students & Seniors 55 and Older: $10</p><p>There's nothing unusual about an out-of-work actor lounging on his sofa, waiting for his next gig and occasionally driving into town for supplies, except when that actor is Trevor, a 200-pound chimpanzee! Based on a true story, this witty and heartfelt comedy manages to delve into important questions about relationships and our seemingly unlimited capacity to lit to ourselves.</p><p> </p><p>Written by Nick Jones</p><p>Directed by Dr. Dennis Barnett</p> 2019-10-03 16:00:00 -05004/19/202:00 p.m.Coe College, Dows Fine Arts Center, Dows TheaterCedar Rapids -
The Resilient Caregiver
<p>The Family Caregivers Center of Mercy is holding the final discussion on resilience at the Marion Public Library</p><p>All family caregivers caring for an adult living with a chronic condition are invited this discussion. This session will be focused on experiencing positive personality change and greater appreciation of life as you continue in your caregiving journey. Conversation will be facilitated by Kathy Good, Center Director and Abby Martin, Center Manager.</p><p> <strong>Registration is required.</strong> To register or to request caregiving assistance at the while attending this event, please let us know 48 hours in advance by calling (319) 221-8866 or emailing <a href="mailto:fcgc@mercycare.org">fcgc@mercycare.org</a>. For caregivers: 18+</p> 2019-12-10 14:30:00 -06001/10/201:30 p.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
CRFD Safety Scoop: Recreation - What's available for adults in Cedar Rapids?
<p><strong>CRFD Safety Scoop - Recreation - What's available for adults in the Cedar Rapids area? 11 am - 12:00 pm, September 23, 2020</strong></p><p>Did you know that the CR Parks and Recreation Department manages over 4,171 acres of city owned property and operate and maintain facilities for public use including four municipal golf courses, six swimming pools, splash pads, 25 pavilions, Ushers Ferry Historic Village, Old MacDonald's Farm in Bever Park, Tuma Soccer Complex, Tait Cummins Sports Complex, Noelridge Park Greenhouse, and trails? Rob Wagner, CR Recreation Supervisor, will talk about this and about a variety of programs for available for adults.</p><p>Central Fire Station - 713 First Avenue SE. FREE and open to the public. Refreshments provided, parking limited (encourage carpooling or using public transit). Call 319.286.5166 for questions and/or accommodations. <em>Optional station tour afterwards.</em></p><p><br></p> 2019-11-19 12:00:00 -06009/23/2011:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Fire DepartmentCedar Rapids -
Thursday Forum - The Golden Age of Neuroscience: Understanding Addiction, Stress, and Brain Disorders
<p>Researchers have learned more about the brain in the last decade than in centuries of study, ushering in a golden age of neuroscience. Yet, a better understanding of the brain is still desperately needed in order to develop effective treatments for neurological disorders, one of the greatest threats to public health. How do we go about understanding the nervous system—the most complex organ system in the human body—and a range of neural processes like addiction, stress, and brain disorders? This forum, led by faculty from Coe’s biology and psychology departments, will provide an introduction to neuroscience and exciting developments in this dynamic field. Following week one’s introduction to the field and its history, week two’s session led by Professor of Psychology Michael Baker will explore addiction and the psychological and neurobiological mechanisms that play a role in the compulsive behaviors associated with it. In the third session, Associate Professor of Biology David Lo will explain the biological process of stress, the myriad ways stress impacts our health, and techniques for managing stress. The final session, led by Associate Professor of Biology Paul Storer, will explain the mechanisms that lead to brain disorders like Alzheimer’s disease and Multiple Sclerosis and explore the modern treatments that may ameliorate such brain disorders.</p> 2019-10-01 11:30:00 -05002/06/208:45 a.m.Coe College, Hickok Hall, Kesler Lecture HallCedar Rapids -
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Thursday Forum - The Golden Age of Neuroscience: Understanding Addiction, Stress, and Brain Disorders
<p>Researchers have learned more about the brain in the last decade than in centuries of study, ushering in a golden age of neuroscience. Yet, a better understanding of the brain is still desperately needed in order to develop effective treatments for neurological disorders, one of the greatest threats to public health. How do we go about understanding the nervous system—the most complex organ system in the human body—and a range of neural processes like addiction, stress, and brain disorders? This forum, led by faculty from Coe’s biology and psychology departments, will provide an introduction to neuroscience and exciting developments in this dynamic field. Following week one’s introduction to the field and its history, week two’s session led by Professor of Psychology Michael Baker will explore addiction and the psychological and neurobiological mechanisms that play a role in the compulsive behaviors associated with it. In the third session, Associate Professor of Biology David Lo will explain the biological process of stress, the myriad ways stress impacts our health, and techniques for managing stress. The final session, led by Associate Professor of Biology Paul Storer, will explain the mechanisms that lead to brain disorders like Alzheimer’s disease and Multiple Sclerosis and explore the modern treatments that may ameliorate such brain disorders.</p> 2020-02-13 11:30:00 -06002/13/208:45 a.m.Coe College, Hickok Hall, Kesler Lecture HallCedar Rapids -
Thursday Forum - The Golden Age of Neuroscience: Understanding Addiction, Stress, and Brain Disorders
<p>Researchers have learned more about the brain in the last decade than in centuries of study, ushering in a golden age of neuroscience. Yet, a better understanding of the brain is still desperately needed in order to develop effective treatments for neurological disorders, one of the greatest threats to public health. How do we go about understanding the nervous system—the most complex organ system in the human body—and a range of neural processes like addiction, stress, and brain disorders? This forum, led by faculty from Coe’s biology and psychology departments, will provide an introduction to neuroscience and exciting developments in this dynamic field. Following week one’s introduction to the field and its history, week two’s session led by Professor of Psychology Michael Baker will explore addiction and the psychological and neurobiological mechanisms that play a role in the compulsive behaviors associated with it. In the third session, Associate Professor of Biology David Lo will explain the biological process of stress, the myriad ways stress impacts our health, and techniques for managing stress. The final session, led by Associate Professor of Biology Paul Storer, will explain the mechanisms that lead to brain disorders like Alzheimer’s disease and Multiple Sclerosis and explore the modern treatments that may ameliorate such brain disorders.</p> 2020-02-20 11:30:00 -06002/20/208:45 a.m.Coe College, Hickok Hall, Kesler Lecture HallCedar Rapids -
Thursday Forum - The Golden Age of Neuroscience: Understanding Addiction, Stress, and Brain Disorders
<p>Researchers have learned more about the brain in the last decade than in centuries of study, ushering in a golden age of neuroscience. Yet, a better understanding of the brain is still desperately needed in order to develop effective treatments for neurological disorders, one of the greatest threats to public health. How do we go about understanding the nervous system—the most complex organ system in the human body—and a range of neural processes like addiction, stress, and brain disorders? This forum, led by faculty from Coe’s biology and psychology departments, will provide an introduction to neuroscience and exciting developments in this dynamic field. Following week one’s introduction to the field and its history, week two’s session led by Professor of Psychology Michael Baker will explore addiction and the psychological and neurobiological mechanisms that play a role in the compulsive behaviors associated with it. In the third session, Associate Professor of Biology David Lo will explain the biological process of stress, the myriad ways stress impacts our health, and techniques for managing stress. The final session, led by Associate Professor of Biology Paul Storer, will explain the mechanisms that lead to brain disorders like Alzheimer’s disease and Multiple Sclerosis and explore the modern treatments that may ameliorate such brain disorders.</p> 2020-02-27 11:30:00 -06002/27/208:45 a.m.Coe College, Hickok Hall, Kesler Lecture HallCedar Rapids -
NAMI Family-to-Family Class Cedar Rapids
<p>NAMI Family-to-Family, a free 12-week educational course developed by NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and designed to help family members of adults living with mental illness, will be offered by NAMI Linn County in two locations beginning in January. Delivered by trained facilitators who offer lived experience, its evidence-based curriculum includes the following:</p><p>-- Up-to-date information on illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, anxiety disorders, and other mental health conditions and how they affect the brain</p><ul><li>-- Current treatments, including evidence-based therapies, medications, and side effects</li><li><br></li><li>-- How to manage crises, solve problems, and communicate effectively</li><li><br></li><li>-- How to develop the confidence and stamina to provide support with compassion</li><li><br></li></ul><p>Course materials, discussions, and exercises examine the biological origins of mental illness and help family members separate the illness from the individual. </p><p>Classes will take place at 6 p.m. Tuesdays beginning Jan. 7 at the Ecumenical Community Center, 601 Second Ave. SE, and at 6 p.m. Wednesdays beginning Jan. 8 at the Marion Public Library, 1095 Sixth Ave., Marion.</p><p>Advance registration, by Dec. 31, strongly encouraged, to enable obtaining the free class materials. To enroll, email nami-lc@hotmail.com or phone 319-221-1184. State which night/location you would prefer, and provide attendees’ name, email address, and phone number.</p> 2019-11-21 20:45:00 -06001/07/206:00 p.m.Ecumenical Community CenterCedar Rapids -
NAMI Family-to-Family Class Cedar Rapids
<p>NAMI Family-to-Family, a free 12-week educational course developed by NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and designed to help family members of adults living with mental illness, will be offered by NAMI Linn County in two locations beginning in January. Delivered by trained facilitators who offer lived experience, its evidence-based curriculum includes the following:</p><p>-- Up-to-date information on illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, anxiety disorders, and other mental health conditions and how they affect the brain</p><ul><li>-- Current treatments, including evidence-based therapies, medications, and side effects</li><li><br></li><li>-- How to manage crises, solve problems, and communicate effectively</li><li><br></li><li>-- How to develop the confidence and stamina to provide support with compassion</li><li><br></li></ul><p>Course materials, discussions, and exercises examine the biological origins of mental illness and help family members separate the illness from the individual. </p><p>Classes will take place at 6 p.m. Tuesdays beginning Jan. 7 at the Ecumenical Community Center, 601 Second Ave. SE, and at 6 p.m. Wednesdays beginning Jan. 8 at the Marion Public Library, 1095 Sixth Ave., Marion.</p><p>Advance registration, by Dec. 31, strongly encouraged, to enable obtaining the free class materials. To enroll, email nami-lc@hotmail.com or phone 319-221-1184. State which night/location you would prefer, and provide attendees’ name, email address, and phone number.</p> 2020-01-08 20:45:00 -06001/08/206:00 p.m.Ecumenical Community CenterCedar Rapids -
NAMI Family-to-Family Class Cedar Rapids
<p>NAMI Family-to-Family, a free 12-week educational course developed by NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) and designed to help family members of adults living with mental illness, will be offered by NAMI Linn County in two locations beginning in January. Delivered by trained facilitators who offer lived experience, its evidence-based curriculum includes the following:</p><p>-- Up-to-date information on illnesses such as schizophrenia, bipolar disorder, major depression, anxiety disorders, and other mental health conditions and how they affect the brain</p><ul><li>-- Current treatments, including evidence-based therapies, medications, and side effects</li><li><br></li><li>-- How to manage crises, solve problems, and communicate effectively</li><li><br></li><li>-- How to develop the confidence and stamina to provide support with compassion</li><li><br></li></ul><p>Course materials, discussions, and exercises examine the biological origins of mental illness and help family members separate the illness from the individual. </p><p>Classes will take place at 6 p.m. Tuesdays beginning Jan. 7 at the Ecumenical Community Center, 601 Second Ave. SE, and at 6 p.m. Wednesdays beginning Jan. 8 at the Marion Public Library, 1095 Sixth Ave., Marion.</p><p>Advance registration, by Dec. 31, strongly encouraged, to enable obtaining the free class materials. To enroll, email nami-lc@hotmail.com or phone 319-221-1184. State which night/location you would prefer, and provide attendees’ name, email address, and phone number.</p> 2020-01-15 20:45:00 -06001/15/206:00 p.m.Ecumenical Community CenterCedar Rapids