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ICPL Board of Trustees Monthly Meeting
<p>Board Meeting minutes and agendas are available at <a href="https://www.icpl.org/about/board/packets">https://www.icpl.org/about/board/packets</a> </p> 2020-01-14 19:00:00 -0600
1/23/205:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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East Iowa Heirloom Quilters meeting
<p>Join us as we kick off a new year of quilting and friendship. The theme of our January 2020 meeting is "All Things New". During this meeting, our guest speaker will teach us healthy techniques to try to keep our bodies "good as new" while sewing. The "All Things New" theme will also carry over to our show and tell. Members will share quilts and creations along with their interpretation of the monthly theme of "All Things New". Meeting times will be 9 a.m. and again at 6:30 p.m. Between meetings the guild will sponsor a Sew In Day from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. In case of inclement weather the meetings and workshop will be canceled if CR school district cancels classes. Guests are welcome to attend meeting and sewing event.</p>1/27/206:30 p.m.American LegionMarion -
Summit Schools Open House
<p>Join us for an open house to learn all about Summit Schools' 2020/21 academic year for students in PreK-8th grade. Prospective families can meet teachers, tour the school and enroll in any of Summit's programs including the 2020/21 school year, tutoring, summer camps and upcoming learning extensions camps.<br><br>Summit is a private, independent PreK-8th grade school that features small class sizes, personalized instruction, and a calm, nuturing, and inclusive learning environment. For more information please visit <a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.summitschools.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR22w-4Ea6FQ55jM3LH2nqsGPXbzuDY6FxzYBzbeIVFa4ktB_0k3z3sNQiE&h=AT1jrxVxHTH6c6FCmtod2Ah2sWxEZNQcpjRsNoTq3yZM6938tpSfJOz2uT7N_E_untQ6nZxWaXSY1lRc4NmTG3jmjt8nXdRf2UV_s81Jtz25BSVcW3e8dAS4_t04t3dC7w" href="http://www.summitschools.org/?fbclid=IwAR22w-4Ea6FQ55jM3LH2nqsGPXbzuDY6FxzYBzbeIVFa4ktB_0k3z3sNQiE" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.summitschools.org</a> </p> 2020-01-07 19:00:00 -0600
1/30/205:30 p.m.Summit SchoolsCedar Rapids -
Alburnett Community Schools Regular School Board Meeting
<p>Alburnett Community Schools will have a regular school board meeting on Monday, January 20, 2020 at 6:00 pm. </p>1/20/206:00 p.m.Alburnett Community SchoolsAlburnett -
East Iowa Heirloom Quilters meeting
<p>Join us as we kick off a new year of quilting and friendship. The theme of our January 2020 meeting is "All Things New". During this meeting, our guest speaker will teach us healthy techniques to try to keep our bodies "good as new" while sewing. The "All Things New" theme will also carry over to our show and tell. Members will share quilts and creations along with their interpretation of the monthly theme of "All Things New". Meeting times will be 9 a.m. and again at 6:30 p.m. Between meetings the guild will sponsor a Sew In Day from 1 p.m. until 4 p.m. In case of inclement weather the meetings and workshop will be canceled if CR school district cancels classes. Guests are welcome to attend meeting and sewing event. </p>1/27/209:00 a.m.American LegionMarion -
Moss - Sip & Plant: Meet Your Next Houseplant
<p>Hey there houseplant, nice to meet you. Take some time to get to know your new houseplants. Have a drink and talk about the future, our hopes and dreams and light and water needs. Repot your new plant friend with human friends. A wonderful introduction to helping houseplants thrive in your home or office. We'll discover the hidden language of plant requirements (what does indirect bright and slightly moist actually mean). We'll share plant stories. We'll play with a compass to see how direction affects the light in our homes. It's an experience with friends and plants.<br><br>Sip and plant workshops include a beverage and all the materials needed to complete the workshop. Pre-registration is required - ticket sales close 2 days prior to the workshop (get your tickets early). $30 </p> 2019-11-18 19:00:00 -0600
2/07/206:00 p.m.Moss - Cedar RapidsCEDAR RAPIDS -
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
<p>Teens ages 13-18 (senior in high school) are welcome to participate in the Hiawatha Public Library Teen Advisory Board! Help the library staff by giving your feedback and new ideas for the library, make friends, and get engaged in your community!</p> 2019-11-26 19:00:00 -0600
1/30/206:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
WIDOW & WIDOWERS
<p>A social organization for widowed survivors that meet the fourth Wednesday evening for dinner and fellowship. <strong>Reservation required</strong>. (NOTE DATE & TIME CHANGE FOR WINTER MEETINGS)</p><p>For more information call Audrey at 319-396-3721</p> 2020-01-02 14:00:00 -06001/26/2012:00 p.m.Pizza RanchCedar Rapids -
Iowa City Genealogical Society
<p align="center"><strong>The Quest: Seeking a Lost Heritage- topic of Genealogical Society Meeting</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>At the January 25<sup>th</sup> meeting of the Iowa City Genealogy Society, Sandra Hudson will take us on some <em>Armchair Travel</em>. She will share the tale of a young man’s transformative journey to the Czech Republic following the Velvet Revolution in 1989. Surprisingly, as he seeks to discover his heritage, he also discovers a part of yours—of every American’s heritage. Anyone with an interest in architecture, decorative art, fine art, guns and armaments, literature, music, or even unique business plans, will see images to enliven their imagination.</p><p><br></p><p>Sandra Hudson received a master’s in Administration, Planning and Social Policy from Harvard. Since retiring to Iowa City with her husband 22 years ago, Sandra has been involved in the arts at both the local and state level. Her hobbies are research and writing.</p><p><br></p><p>Everyone is welcome to attend the meeting, which will begin at 9:30 a.m. January25th, at the LDS Family History Library, <a href="https://maps.google.com/?q=2730+Bradford+Drive,+Iowa+City&entry=gmail&source=g">2730 Bradford Drive, Iowa City</a>. A wheelchair accessible entrance is available from the east parking lot.</p> 2020-01-10 10:30:00 -06001/25/209:30 a.m.LDS Family History CenterIOWA CITY -
Meet the Critters
<p>Meet in the classrooms to learn about our live education animals, what they eat, and how we care for them. See for yourself what makes reptiles and amphibians similar to each other and what makes them unique. Fee: M $2; NM $5; Children 2 and under free.</p> 2020-01-11 11:00:00 -0600
4/04/2010:00 a.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
Community Stitch
<p>Community Stitch is a group that meets monthly to make door hangers and lap robes for nursing home residents. These are distributed to residents at Christmas time.</p> 2020-01-23 15:00:00 -06001/23/201:00 p.m.Village NeedleworkMarion -
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Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library Program
<p>The monthly meeting of the Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library will be held Saturday, January 25th at our location in the lower level of the Masonic Building at 813 1st Ave. S.E., Cedar Rapids.</p><p>Social time with refreshments begins at <strong>1:00 pm</strong> followed by the program at <strong>1:30. </strong>Speaking will be Dr. Bryant McAllister of the University of Iowa on <strong>Getting More from Ancestry DNA</strong>.</p><p>There will be time for questions and individual assistance following the program. This meeting is free and open to all. Parking is available in the rear. If the parking lot is full, you may park in the History Center lot or the PCI parking ramp. Please enter through the back door. </p><p><br></p> 2020-01-07 15:30:00 -06001/25/201:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy LibraryCedar Rapids -
English Conversation Club
<p>Want to practice your English skills in a fun and informal group? Join us Friday mornings to practice conversations skills, learn new expressions, improve your pronunciation, and meet new friends from around the world. </p> 2020-01-24 11:30:00 -0600
1/24/2010:00 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Welcome Club Get Acquainted Coffee
<p>Welcome Club of Greater Cedar Rapids Area is offering a Get Acquainted Coffee for women to find out more about our club and the many activities offered each month. An opportunity to meet other women in the community over coffee and conversation. Find out more at www.welcomeclubcr.com or email us at wwc_cr@yahoo.com</p> 2020-01-02 11:30:00 -06001/22/2010:00 a.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
Heartland Bee Club Meeting
<p>Are you a beekeeper or would like to know one? Interested in learning more about this hobby? Heartland Bee Club hosts a fun meet-up for beekeepers and bee-interested folks to learn from each others’ experience, swap stories, and generally help each other in supporting the hobby. Open to the public. No registration necessary. Free. Join the Heartland Bee Club Facebook group for updates.</p> 2020-01-11 20:30:00 -0600
3/12/206:30 p.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
<p>Teens ages 13-18 (senior in high school) are welcome to participate in the Hiawatha Public Library Teen Advisory Board! Help the library staff by giving your feedback and new ideas for the library, make friends, and get engaged in your community!</p> 2019-11-26 19:00:00 -0600
2/27/206:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
<p>Teens ages 13-18 (senior in high school) are welcome to participate in the Hiawatha Public Library Teen Advisory Board! Help the library staff by giving your feedback and new ideas for the library, make friends, and get engaged in your community!</p> 2019-11-26 19:00:00 -0600
3/26/206:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
<p>Teens ages 13-18 (senior in high school) are welcome to participate in the Hiawatha Public Library Teen Advisory Board! Help the library staff by giving your feedback and new ideas for the library, make friends, and get engaged in your community!</p> 2019-11-26 19:00:00 -0600
4/30/206:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Teen Advisory Board Meeting
<p>Teens ages 13-18 (senior in high school) are welcome to participate in the Hiawatha Public Library Teen Advisory Board! Help the library staff by giving your feedback and new ideas for the library, make friends, and get engaged in your community!</p> 2019-11-26 19:00:00 -0600
5/28/206:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Linn County Board of Supervisors
<p>Elected Officials and Department Head Meeting immediately followed by the Department Head Updates</p> 2020-01-15 10:30:00 -06001/28/208:00 a.m.Jean Oxley Public Service CenterCedar Rapids -
Drop-In Caregiver Support Group
<p>The Family Caregivers Center of Mercy is holding a Drop-in Caregiver Support Group at 901 8<sup>th</sup> AVE SE in Cedar Rapids. Join this drop-in support group to meet other caregivers and connect with those in like circumstances.</p><p><br></p><p> <strong>Registration not required</strong>. To request caregiving assistance at the Family Caregivers Center while attending this event, please let us know 48 hours in advance by calling (319) 221-8866 or emailing fcgc@mercycare.org. For caregivers ages: 18+</p> 2019-12-09 15:00:00 -0600
1/22/201:30 p.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
CR Chess Club
<p>A relaxed, casual session playing this great universal game!</p><p>Join the All-Ages meeting of the Cedar Rapids Chess Club from 5:30 to 7:30 pm weekly on Wednesdays at the Downtown Library for a relaxed, casual session playing this great universal game! Whether you are interested in learning chess, advancing your knowledge of the game, or teaching others, you are invited to attend. For more information, connect with us on Facebook or visit www.chessiniowa.org/crchess.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2020-01-22 19:30:00 -0600
1/22/205:30 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Linn County Board of Adjustment Meeting
<p>This meeting will be held at the Jean Oxley Public Service Center Board Room, Lower Level, 935 2nd Street SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The meeting is open to the public. Meeting dates and times can change. Please contact Planning & Development at (319) 892-5130 regarding meeting status. </p>
3/22/206:30 p.m.Jean Oxley Public Service CenterCedar Rapids -
Linn County Board of Adjustment Meeting
<p>This meeting will be held at the Jean Oxley Public Service Center Board Room, Lower Level, 935 2nd Street SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The meeting is open to the public. Meeting dates and times can change. Please contact Planning & Development at (319) 892-5130 regarding meeting status. </p>
2/23/206:30 p.m.Jean Oxley Public Service CenterCedar Rapids -
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Cohousing Open House
<p>Come and enjoy coffee and homemade scones with us at Prairie Hill Cohousing in Iowa City. We are hosting an open house from 11am to 1pm, where you can meet residents and tour homes at Iowa's first Cohousing community. There are a limited number of units remaining but there is still time to find your dream home here. Start your visit in our spacious Common House, and after enjoying scones and coffee, tour some of our cozy, well-built homes.</p> 2019-12-30 13:00:00 -0600
1/25/2011:00 a.m.140 Prairie Hill Lane, Iowa City, IAIowa City -
Wednesday Women at Prairiewoods
<p>Join a vibrant group of women seeking spiritual enrichment, inspiration and motivation in the supportive setting of Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). This group, facilitated by Ann Jackson, PBVM, meets weekly during the school year. We invite you to join us any Wednesday you are available! Topics arise from within the hearts and minds of those gathered. We participate in deep reflection, learning, lively conversation, laughter, storytelling and inquiry to generate incredible energy and spiritual stimulation. We also view TED Talks, converse, reflect, support and challenge one another to personal growth, no matter what stage of life. In January and February, we will be awakening our spiritual practices: living sustainably, always in discernment, honoring our body in movement, discovering mantras, remembering love, inviting relationship and creating abundance. <em>Please note this group will not meet Jan. 1 or 22.</em> There is a suggested donation of $10, which will be accepted at the door. Registration is requested by the day prior. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2018-04-28 11:30:00 -0500
1/29/2010:00 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Young Footliters presents Treasure Island
<p>The story of <em>Treasure Island</em> is a classic. Originally written by Robert Louis Stevenson in 1883, this adaptation by ArtReach Children’s Theatre Plays’ Kathryn Schultz Miller encompasses all the elements needed for an entertaining story. </p><p><br></p><p>The Young Footliters Youth Theatre invites you to join them on a slightly different adventure, as Jim Hawkins, after having his worst day ever, dreams of a better life as a pirate. He meets pirates Billy Bones and Long John Silver, as well as beautiful mermaids, dancing crabs, and some very vocal parrots.</p><p><em><br></em></p><p><em>Group Discounts: Groups of 10 or more can save 15%; contact the Box Office for details.</em> </p> 2019-07-25 21:00:00 -0500
3/13/207:00 p.m.Coralville Center for the Performing ArtsCoralville -
Unitarianism 101
<p><strong>Unitarianism 101: Understanding Unitarian-Universalism Today,</strong> with the Rev. Rebecca Hinds of Peoples Unitarian-Universalist Church of Cedar Rapids. For both students of and members of the Unitarian-Universalist movement, these classes will help us understand their history and theology. So please come so that you can meet and know our religious neighbors! The schedule is below:<br><br><strong>Jan. 5, 12:45 pm</strong>, Christ Episcopal Church (220 40th St. NE, Cedar Rapids) Lower Level, with potluck. Please bring a dish to share. Dessert will be provided.<br><br><strong>Jan. 12, 12:45 pm</strong>, Peoples Unitarian-Universalist Church (4980 Gordon Ave NW, Cedar Rapids), with potluck.<br><br><strong>Jan. 19, 1:30 pm</strong>, an afternoon trip to the Coralville Unitarian-Universalist Society (2355 Oakdale Rd, Coralville), the “Greenest church in Iowa.” Carpools depart from Christ Episcopal Church parking lot at 1:00 pm.</p> 2020-01-19 14:00:00 -06001/19/2012:45 p.m.Christ Episcopal ChurchCedar Rapids -
Linn County Blindness Support Group
<p>The Linn County blindness support group will have its next regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, 23 January 2010 from 1:00 p.m. to approximately 3:00 p.m. in Sedlacek Hall at Cottage Grove Place, 2115 1<sup>st</sup> Av SE, in Cedar Rapids. Guest speaker is Darrel Kirby, president of the Old Capitol Chapter of the National Federation of the Blind. He lost all of his vision rapidly at age 20, learned to cope with blindness, and now runs his own counseling practice in Iowa City. He will tell us his story, and also about what the Federation has meant to him and could do for us. Questions? Call Jonathan Ice at 319-298-2919, or e-mail at <a href="mailto:jkice89@q.com">jkice89@q.com</a>.</p> 2020-01-10 03:00:00 -06001/23/201:00 a.m.Cottage Grove PlaceCedar Rapids -
Welcome Club of Greater Cedar Rapids Area Luncheon
<p>Welcome Club Luncheon/Meeting. The club offers an opportunity to meet other women and to learn about our community. Several activities are offered each month. The luncheon speaker will be from Central Furniture Rescue. RSVP is required. Visit www.welcomeclubcr.com or contact us at wwc_cr@yahoo.com</p> 2020-01-02 14:00:00 -06002/06/2011:30 a.m.A Touch of Class Banquet Hall & CateringCedar Rapids