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• Old Brick
  26 E. Market St., Iowa City
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  Old Brick
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  26 East Market Street, Iowa City
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• Ballroom and Latin Dancing at Old Brick, Friday, June 3, 7:30 pm

  <h5>Ballroom and Latin Social Dancing</h5><p>Hosted by Iowa Corridor USA Dance Chapter #2100 serving the Iowa City/Coralville/North Liberty Corridor.</p><p><br></p><p>West Coast Swing lesson with Christina Coveyou at 7:30pm.</p><p>Social dancing to recorded music 8:30pm - 10:30pm.<br><br>Lesson included with price of admission!<br>All levels of dancers welcome!<br>No experience required!<br>No partner required!<br><br>Old Brick<br>26 E. Market St.<br>Iowa City, IA</p><p><br></p><p>Cost: USA Dance members-$7</p><p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Non-members-$10</p><p>&nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; &nbsp; Student-$5</p><p><br>Contact information: info@corridordance.org<br>Website: http://corridordance.org</p> 2022-05-10 22:30:00 -0500

  6/03/22 2022-06-03 19:30:00 -0500

  7:30 p.m.

  Old Brick

  Iowa City

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• Elton & Billy - The Tribute

  <p>“Elton &amp; Billy – The Tribute” is the ultimate live experience in the music and the spectacle of the legendary piano men! &nbsp;This is not your average tribute concert. &nbsp;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. &nbsp;Explore the decadence of the 70’s with the “Rocket Man” himself. &nbsp;Let the “Piano Man” take you on a walk down the streets of 1980’s New York. &nbsp;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 &amp; 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

• 9 PIN SCRATCH "LIKE A DOG" Bowling Tournament for IHA

  <p>Sign up for the 9 Pin Scratch “like a dog” BOWLING TOURNAMENT to benefit local nonprofit, Iowa Humane Alliance at COLONIAL LANES in Iowa City on Saturday, July 16th at 11:00 am. Five person teams.</p><p>&nbsp;$100 per team or $20 per bowler. Don’t have a team? &nbsp;No problem! We’ll assist building teams for individuals or smaller groups.</p><p>Space is limited, so signup soon! Visitors and spectators are welcome to participate in raffles.</p><p>Proceeds after cash prizes benefit Iowa Humane Alliance and help strike out pet overpopulation is Eastern Iowa.</p><p>For more information visit iowahumanealliance.org/events</p><p>or email <a href="mailto:shanejohnson5409@gmail.com">shanejohnson5409@gmail.com</a></p> 2022-05-19 15:00:00 -0500

  7/16/22 2022-07-16 11:00:00 -0500

  11:00 a.m.

  Colonial Lanes

  Iowa City

  20

• 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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• Welcome Club 500 Card Club

  <p>Play the trick-taking card game of 500 with Welcome Club ladies. More information on our club at www.welcomeclubcr.com or email wwc_cr@yahoo.com.</p> 2022-04-28 20:00:00 -0500

  5/24/22 2022-05-24 17:00:00 -0500

  5:00 p.m.

  Various Locations

  Cedar Rapids

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• In the Middle: Beginner's Magic Workshop with Magician Ken Cooper

  <p>Have you ever been amazed by a magician's trick and wondered how it was done? Magician Mark Yeager will share his secrets in this beginner's workshop.</p><p>Please bring a deck of cards.</p><p data-key="4" data-slate-fragment="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">This event is for tweens 9-12 years of age, registration is required and begins<strong>&nbsp;</strong><a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/in-the-middle-beginning-magic-skills-with-magician-mark-yeager-tickets-335756716377"><strong>here</strong></a> on June 1.</p><p><br></p> 2022-05-07 11:00:00 -0500

  6/23/22 2022-06-23 10:00:00 -0500

  10:00 a.m.

  Hiawatha Public Library

  Hiawatha

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• KICK Kids Camp: Make Bracelets: Intro to Stringing

  <p>Do you love jewelry and jewelry design? Become an expert beadologist using Czech Republic pressed glass beads and sterling silver spacers to make &nbsp;one-of-a-kind bracelets. Learn different bead stringing and finishing techniques to make beautiful creations. &nbsp;Each person will make a bracelet using flexwire, nylon, and elastic! </p> 2022-05-20 12:00:00 -0500

  6/20/22 2022-06-20 08:30:00 -0500

  8:30 a.m.

  Beadology Iowa

  Iowa City

  60.0

• Rituals and Altars at Harvest Preserve: A Mindful Practice

  <p>Join us in learning about the use of ritual and altars within your own healing work, including the benefits of their use as well as how they may provide enhancements to current practices. You will be led through a series of self explorations, focusing on inner growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Consider bringing talismans/charms that are &nbsp;meaningful to you, as well as natural material offerings to leave at altars. You will also be invited to find offerings which call to you as we journey our way through the Preserve.</p><p><br></p><p>There will be a brisk hike and mindful practices throughout the &nbsp;experience.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>If you attended our prior event, please come 30 minutes after start time to commune, participate and revisit these practices.</p><p><br></p><p>Dress warmly, this is an&nbsp;<strong>all outdoor</strong> event.</p><p><br></p><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $30 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p>Harvest Preserve and 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><li><a href="https://www.harvestpreserve.org/membership-volunteer" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Harvest Preserve membership.</a></li></ul><p>INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</p><p>We need a minimum of 12 attendees to host the class.&nbsp;<strong>Please invite friends and family</strong> to ensure the event happens as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.</p><p><br></p><p>EDUCATOR</p><p>Guided by Anne Ventullo, Eco-therapist, mindful practitioner and lover of the &nbsp;woods.&nbsp;</p><p><br></p><p>COVID 19 POLICY</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 12:00:00 -0500

  10/15/22 2022-10-15 10:00:00 -0500

  10:00 a.m.

  Backyard Abundance

  Iowa City

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• Mother Goose on the Loose

  <p>Designed for newborns to 3-year-olds, this early literacy nursery rhyme program helps strengthen babies’ and toddlers’ foundation for literacy.</p> 2022-04-14 10:30:00 -0500

  6/08/22 2022-06-08 09:30:00 -0500

  9:30 a.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

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• Mother Goose on the Loose

  <p>Designed for newborns to 3-year-olds, this early literacy nursery rhyme program helps strengthen babies’ and toddlers’ foundation for literacy.</p> 2022-06-15 10:30:00 -0500

  6/15/22 2022-06-15 09:30:00 -0500

  9:30 a.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

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• Mother Goose on the Loose

  <p>Designed for newborns to 3-year-olds, this early literacy nursery rhyme program helps strengthen babies’ and toddlers’ foundation for literacy.</p> 2022-06-22 10:30:00 -0500

  6/22/22 2022-06-22 09:30:00 -0500

  9:30 a.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

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• Mother Goose on the Loose

  <p>Designed for newborns to 3-year-olds, this early literacy nursery rhyme program helps strengthen babies’ and toddlers’ foundation for literacy.</p> 2022-06-29 10:30:00 -0500

  6/29/22 2022-06-29 09:30:00 -0500

  9:30 a.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

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• Mother Goose on the Loose

  <p>Designed for newborns to 3-year-olds, this early literacy nursery rhyme program helps strengthen babies’ and toddlers’ foundation for literacy.</p> 2022-07-06 10:30:00 -0500

  7/06/22 2022-07-06 09:30:00 -0500

  9:30 a.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

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• Mother Goose on the Loose

  <p>Designed for newborns to 3-year-olds, this early literacy nursery rhyme program helps strengthen babies’ and toddlers’ foundation for literacy.</p> 2022-07-13 10:30:00 -0500

  7/13/22 2022-07-13 09:30:00 -0500

  9:30 a.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

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• Mother Goose on the Loose

  <p>Designed for newborns to 3-year-olds, this early literacy nursery rhyme program helps strengthen babies’ and toddlers’ foundation for literacy.</p> 2022-07-20 10:30:00 -0500

  7/20/22 2022-07-20 09:30:00 -0500

  9:30 a.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

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• Mother Goose on the Loose

  <p>Designed for newborns to 3-year-olds, this early literacy nursery rhyme program helps strengthen babies’ and toddlers’ foundation for literacy.</p> 2022-07-27 10:30:00 -0500

  7/27/22 2022-07-27 09:30:00 -0500

  9:30 a.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

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• Irresistible Plant Tricks

  <h2 data-hook="about"><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">About the Event</span></strong></h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>Which plants must grow in your yard? Do you often encounter a plant that, for some unexplainable reason, makes you always pause and ponder it for a while?</p><p>In <a href="https://bookshop.org/shop/backyardabundance" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank"><em>The Botany of Desire</em></a>, Michael Pollan describes how the allure of certain plants causes us to fall in love with them. During this class, we will learn the physical and magical ways plants entice us to help them thrive. We will take this knowing into our gardens and parks to understand how we can better care for our plant friends, but more importantly, how they can care for us.</p><p>You are invited no matter your level of gardening experience. All are welcome.</p><p>Yummy snacks generously provided by New Pioneer Co-op.</p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">CAN YOU LEAVE A LITTLE EARLY?</span></strong></p><p>We realize the class may be a little late in the day. &nbsp;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><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong>THINGS TO BRING</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Clothes you don’t mind getting a little dirty.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">A notebook and a pen/pencil for writing and drawing.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Gloves and a hat (optional).</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">A cup for tea (optional).</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">A list of plants that you love (optional).</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">REGISTRATION</span></strong></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>&nbsp;20% discount</strong> for registering for the series. (See separate Series: Grow Magical Garden Memories 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>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><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">EDUCATOR</span></strong></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><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">LOCATION</span></strong></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><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong>COVID-19</strong></span></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 19:30:00 -0500

  7/13/22 2022-07-13 18:00:00 -0500

  6:00 p.m.

  Edible Classroom

  Iowa City

  25

• #NotJustFebruary $1 Day

  <p>Enjoy $1 admission on the second Saturday throughout the summer as part of our #NotJustFebruary $1 days.</p><p>Members and children under 5 years old are free.</p> 2022-06-11 16:00:00 -0500

  6/11/22 2022-06-11 10:00:00 -0500

  10:00 a.m.

  African American Museum of Iowa

  Cedar Rapids

  1.0

• #NotJustFebruary $1 Day

  <p>Enjoy $1 admission on the second Saturday throughout the summer as part of our #NotJustFebruary $1 days.</p><p>Members and children under 5 years old are free.</p> 2022-07-09 16:00:00 -0500

  7/09/22 2022-07-09 10:00:00 -0500

  10:00 a.m.

  African American Museum of Iowa

  Cedar Rapids

  1.0

• The Bellamy Brothers Live at the First Avenue Club in Iowa City

  <p>The First Avenue Club welcomes back the Bellamy Brothers with special guests Boot Jack Duo on Saturday, October 22, 2022. TABLE OPTIONS: Reserved Table for 4 with tickets $185. Reserved Table for 6 with tickets $270. Reserved Table for 8 with Tickets $350. General Admission Ticket with Seat at a Table (seated with other patrons) $40. Reserved table patrons must have at least one person check in at 7pm to get their table assignment. Standing General Admission Tickets: $25. Doors are 7pm. The show starts at 8pm. This is an all-ages show,</p><p>Tickets: <a href="https://first-avenue-club.square.site/product/the-bellamy-brothers/190?cs=true&cst=custom">https://first-avenue-club.square.site/product/the-bellamy-brothers/190?cs=true&amp;cst=custom</a></p><p>Howard and David continue to prove that the trail they’ve ridden to fame has been as unique as their music itself—music that is now celebrating over 40 years of success. The road that started on the pop music charts in the ‘70’s, took a winding turn into country music in the ‘80’s, paving the way for duos to come, such as Brooks &amp; Dunn, Montgomery Gentry, Big &amp; Rich and previously—The Judds. But before the road forked into country, the musical odyssey of brothers Bellamy started creatively smoldering in their home state of Florida, before exploding nationally amidst the ’70’s pop music culture of L.A. The brothers first official gig was in 1968, playing a free show with their father at the Rattlesnake Roundup in San Antonio, Florida. They honed their early skills playing Black clubs throughout the south, and singing backup for artists such as Percy Sledge, Eddie Floyd and Little Anthony &amp; The Imperials. Within a few months, the brothers moved north, immersing themselves and their rock/country sound in the Atlanta market, where the Allman Brothers were the emerging kings of the music world. With the dawning of the Age of Aquarius on the horizon, and America embroiled in a smoke haze of drugs, civil unrest and an unpopular war, The Bellamy’s music picked-up the hard driving edge that bespoke the times. Songwriting had become David Bellamy’s drug of choice during the long road gigs he and Howard were regularly pulling bodies and equipment to and from. It was his songwriting that was posed to soon provide the duo a national breakout. The break came in the form of the hit, “Spiders &amp; Snakes,” written by David and recorded by Jim Stafford. The song became a smash, eventually selling more than three million units worldwide. It became the catapult that rocketed the brothers onto the L.A. music scene. Young and impressionable, Howard and David fell into the musical circle of the greats of the day: Bob Dylan, James Taylor and Van Morrison, as well as West Coast based country rockers like Poco and the Byrds. It was a creative shoe that fit. Now known by their music and the company they were keeping, The Bellamy’s officially lifted off the launch pad in 1976 when their single, “Let Your Love Flow,” became an instant smash in both the U.S. and Europe. It stayed on the international charts long enough to build a huge international fan base for the hip young brothers that endures to this day. In Germany alone it perched at No. 1 for more than two months. The love was indeed flowing as The Bellamy’s jammed for audiences on their sold-out concerts and shared stages with the likes of Loggins &amp; Messina, the Doobie Brothers and the Beach Boys with their patented blend of rock/country music. True to their musical roots, their style and their songwriting was moving steadily more towards their raising. By the late ‘70’s The Bellamy’s were emerging on the country charts with another bona fide smash. “If I Said You Had A Beautiful Body (Would You Hold It Against Me),” originally scrawled on a dinner napkin by David, rocketed them to the top of the country charts the way “Let Your Love Flow,” had done in the pop market just a few years earlier. It proved to be the first of a string of fourteen No. 1 singles in the U.S. alone. Success followed success: “Dancing Cowboys,” “Sugar Daddy,” “You Ain’t Just Whistlin’ Dixie,” “Lovers Live Longer,” “Do You Love As Good As You Look,” “Redneck Girl,” “For All The Wrong Reasons,” “I Love Her Mind,” “I Need More Of You,” “Old Hippie,” “Too Much Is Not Enough,” “Kids Of The Baby Boom,” “Reggae Cowboy” and “Crazy From The Heart,”…all have lined the corridors of the Bellamy’s musical history and their walls with platinum and gold. Along the way, Howard and David created a patent on the newly cool “duo” category in country music. In the era of the 2000’s, The Bellamy Brothers hold the record in both the Academy of Country Music (ACM) and the Country Music Association Awards (CMA) for the most duo nominations. Numerous GRAMMY nods have also been directed toward the brothers. Internationally, the story has been the same—though the titles may be different. The Bellamy’s have released more than two-dozen hit songs outside the U.S. that were never released here. With a sharp eye on the songwriting skills that have been the bedrock of their success, Howard and David concur that their career is unique in their international finesse for matching their songs to the market. “For the international releases, you have to have a strong melody,” notes David. “The lyric is very important, but internationally the melody is something fans can lock into, even if they can’t understand the lyrics.” Howard and David continue to perform and film TV specials in Europe and around the world. These days when the subject turns to touring, The Bellamy’s are showing a new generation of country music how it’s done. Country superstar Blake Shelton has helped introduce a new era of fans to the hits of The Bellamy Brothers during his annual Friends and Heroes Tour, where they continue to captivate arena audiences around the country. “We’re old road dogs,” grins Howard when asked about the motivation behind the brothers 200 plus concert dates each year. Adds David: “Our live draw is bigger than it was in the ‘80’s. I think the same people that grew up with us and with our music in the ‘60’s and ‘70’s obviously have raised a whole new generation of Bellamy fans who started toddling to our music. Now they’re turning up at our concerts as college kids, who are really turned on and tuned in to us and our music...it’s a great feeling.” On the infrequent off days from the road, Howard and David head the bus back to their 150-acre family ranch in Darby, Florida just north of Tampa. A working ranch, the spread consists of Purebred Brahman Cattle and quarter horses. The Bellamy’s are opening up their lives to television audiences with their hit reality show “Honky Tonk Ranch.” Each episode of “Honky Tonk Ranch” enthralls viewers with the unpredictable misadventures of the Bellamy’s attempting to balance their globe-trotting touring schedule while also running their sprawling family ranch in south Florida. The show was originally broadcast on “The Cowboy Channel” (a subsidy of RFD-TV) and streamed around the world. Season two of “Honky Tonk Ranch” airs now on Thursday evenings at 8:30 p.m. ET on the Circle Network and will also be available for worldwide streaming in the very near future. The Bellamy Brothers celebrated their 40th anniversary with the release of a two-CD collection, 40 years, an ambitious project containing 20 of their biggest hits and 20 brand-new songs. In 2019, the Bellamy’s released Over the Moon as well as their first book Let Your Love Flow – the Life and Times of The Bellamy Brothers. The book is about two Florida cowboys who journeyed from country poverty to worldwide musical stardom because they had the talent and because it never occurred to them, they couldn’t make it. Their most recent project, Bucket List, debuted in July of 2020 with “Rednecks (Lookin’ for Paychecks),” a timely take on the current situation, leading the EP. Bucket List also includes “No Country Music For Old Men,” a collaboration with longtime friend John Anderson inspired by the loss of Kenny Rogers, and more light-hearted songs like “Lay Low, Stay High,” which ties into Howard and David’s recent partnership with the Florida-based medical marijuana company, Trulieve, on their flower product line Old Hippie Stash.</p> 2022-02-01 23:00:00 -0600

  10/22/22 2022-10-22 19:00:00 -0500

  7:00 p.m.

  First Avenue Club

  Iowa City

  25

• 2x2xU My Return

  <p align="center">“My Return”</p><p align="center">It’s that time again! 2x2xU</p><p align="center">Everybody is glad to be back!</p><p align="center">For some of us, it's been quite a journey.</p><p align="center">Tell us the story of "your return."</p><p><br></p><p align="center">This is the 19th year for this</p><p align="center">New Bohemia District Community Art Event!</p><p align="center"><br></p><p align="center">ANYONE can participate</p><p align="center">yes, <strong>YOU!</strong></p><p align="center"><em>In the past, participants ages ranged from 3 years old to 82 years old!</em></p><p align="center"><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>What is 2x2xU?&nbsp;</strong></p><p><br></p><p>2x2xU is the Annual Celebration of visual arts in Cedar Rapids.</p><p>The New Bohemia Arts &amp; Entertainment District will become a giant gallery with works of art by YOU.</p><p><br></p><p>&nbsp;The public is invited to purchase a 2’ x 2’ plywood board at the official pick up location (see below) and let your imaginations run wild, creating original works of art based on this year’s theme, <strong>“My Return”</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>HERE’S WHAT TO DO:</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Pick up boards starting Monday, April 11, 2022&nbsp;</strong></p><p>at: Millar Woodwind Repair</p><p>in the Cherry Building.</p><p>329 10^th Ave. SE Ste 121</p><p>Pick up hours: 12:00-5:00 M-F Saturday morning 9:00-12:00</p><p><br></p><p>Adult ($20 each) &nbsp; &nbsp;Minor under 18 ($10 each)</p><p>CASH or CHECK ONLY, <em>checks should be made out to The New Bohemia Group LLC &nbsp;</em></p><p><em>Boards not registered will still need to pay the registration fee.&nbsp;</em></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Completed boards are due on or before Saturday, May 16, 2022. Drop off at:</strong></p><p>Millar Woodwind Repair</p><p>in the Cherry Building.</p><p>329 10^th Ave. SE Ste 121</p><p>Pick up hours: 12:00-5:00 M-F Saturday morning 9:00-12:00</p><p>OR drop off at the Ceramics Center located in the Cherry Building.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Boards will be displayed throughout the New Bohemia District inside business windows and outside on posts or fences&nbsp;</strong><strong>from May 29, 2022 to October 31, 2022</strong></p><p><br></p><p>Maps for a self-guided tour will be available for pick up at businesses throughout the New Bohemia District</p><p><br></p><p><strong>KICK OFF</strong> for this event is SUNDAY, MAY 29, 2022, MEMORIAL DAY WEEKEND</p><p>The Olympic</p><p>1202 3^rd Street SE, CR IA</p><p>2:00-4:00pm</p><p><br></p><p>Channel your inner artist and be a part of this community art event!</p><p><br></p><p>For questions contact Anne Stamats at <a href="mailto:blackearthgallery@gmail.com">blackearthgallery@gmail.com</a> or 319-431-2669</p> 2022-04-13 16:00:00 -0500

  5/29/22 2022-05-29 14:00:00 -0500

  2:00 p.m.

  NewBo District

  Cedar Rapids

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• Flatland Cavalry Live at the First Avenue Club in Iowa City

  <p>Flatland Cavalry returns to the First Avenue Club on Saturday, July 16, 2022 (rescheduled from January 15th). General Admission tickets: $20 (plus $4 service fee) and Reserved Table for 4 is SOLD OUT. Doors are 7pm and the show is 8pm.</p><p>Tickets: <a href="https://first-avenue-club.square.site/product/flatland-cavalry/258?cs=true&cst=custom&fbclid=IwAR2HiHCqNH5Kgxp5iMIY6rfCuN6C-dndlLA8legoHTcXXbtuwmdmJH8F-S8">https://first-avenue-club.square.site/product/flatland-cavalry/258?cs=true&amp;cst=custom&amp;fbclid=IwAR2HiHCqNH5Kgxp5iMIY6rfCuN6C-dndlLA8legoHTcXXbtuwmdmJH8F-S8</a></p><p>With their highly anticipated sophomore album, Homeland Insecurity, Texas’ Flatland Cavalry wants to stop and smell the roses. Bandleader and chief lyricist Cleto Cordero is fine with examining the present. There’s an appreciation for all the sharp detail and high-spirited emotions of today. Flatland Cavalry—the aforementioned Cordero, guitarist Reid Dillon, bassist Jonathan Saenz, drummer Jason Albers, and newest member, fiddle player Wesley Hall—has been stretching their legs across the country this past year after honing their craft and voice in the music boomtown of Lubbock, Texas. Homeland Insecurity finds Flatland further evolving as musicians and storytellers. They continue to expand their sonic palettes while remaining true to those defining characteristics that made them rising standouts years ago. On their previous releases, Come May and Humble Folks, Cordero and company harnessed untethered emotions, feel-good rhythms, and simple raw energy to make it into the hearts of fans and critics. There was power in Cordero’s proverbial pen that resonated with the highs and lows of college life. “We’re all just out of college,” says Cordero. “We’re in our mid-twenties. We’re all told growing up that by the time you’re out of school, you’ll have it all figured out, but that’s not really how it is. You’re still out there trying to find yourself.” It’s not a jump into adult life. That’s a facade and outright lie. Life doesn’t happen that way. You don’t turn 25 and become a fully-formed person. Rather, Homeland Insecurity finds Flatland exploring the anxieties, unsureness, growth, resilience, falters, fear, maturation, and eventual lessons learned as your grow older. By no means does Cordero and company feel they have it figured out, but rather, are trying to figure it out themselves as well. “I think at some point, you feel like you need to grow-up, but you don’t know how,” says Cordero. “You’re searching for that path though. You’re overturning every rock trying to find the secret that gets on to the next. I’m not trying to be a teacher or anything. I just wish someone would have told me earlier on and saved me the heartache of it all.” Flatland is unabashed in this search knowing that they’ve always wanted to be band where their crowd grew along with them. Cordero knows he could have just revisited old themes, young lust narratives, and drinking days glory for another album. He could have easily rehashed old ideas and gotten a pass for them as long as they were catchy, but he wouldn’t have been able to live with himself. There’s an uneasiness in his voice when even broaching the subject of cookie-cutter songs. You can hear him loosening a tie around his neck that isn’t there. “I had a lot I wanted to say,” says Cordero. “I knew there was a better way of saying it. I didn’t want to write at the same pace I was at during Humble Folks. And I don’t want to write at this pace in the future.” Homeland Insecurity sees Cordero sanding and smoothing the edges as a lyricist and storyteller. He’s always had an ear for memorable melodies and a gift at finding the heart of the story. But here, he expands and challenges himself to not only write at a deeper thematic level, but to simply become a better songwriter. “Everything I’d written before, it was always just something I had to get out. It was always spurred on by an emotion, but that doesn’t mean the lyrical side was rich,” says Cordero. “I have to really say something. Everything has to be purposeful. I can’t get stuck.” Indeed. Flatland Cavalry isn’t stuck in a rut. Despite embracing the harsh realities of modern civilization and the anxieties of life, Flatland carves out their own path on Homeland Insecurity.</p> 2022-02-01 23:00:00 -0600

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

  7:00 p.m.

  First Avenue Club

  Iowa City

  24.0

• KICK Kids Camp: Upcycle Bouquet Creations

  <p><strong>&nbsp;</strong>Have you ever dreamed of taking old objects that would normally be thrown in the trash and making them beautiful and functional? In this camp, we’ll be making bouquets of flowers out of aluminum cans. Learn aluminum cutting techniques and how to layer and bind them to create dazzling bangles for pendants, earrings, backpacks or headbands! Turn your creations into a piece of jewelry during class. </p> 2022-05-20 12:00:00 -0500

  6/21/22 2022-06-21 08:30:00 -0500

  8:30 a.m.

  Beadology Iowa

  Iowa City

  60.0

• Yoga Outside/ Harvest Preserve

  <p>Tap into your wild peace and deep presence. All-level yoga to help you come back to the body, calm the mind, and expand your comfort zone. We will ask the tall, old stones and trees to support a sense of place while we breathe with the green.</p><p>Classes will be customized based on the needs of attendees. Tell us if any accommodations are needed for inclusion. We will reschedule meetings in bad weather.</p> 2022-04-15 19:30:00 -0500

  6/15/22 2022-06-15 18:30:00 -0500

  6:30 p.m.

  Harvest Preserve

  Iowa City

  0

• Moonlit Movie featuring "Encanto"

  <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>ENCANTO: Deep in the Colombian mountains, the Madrigal family possesses an extraordinary secret. Each member of the family is able to perform magic. Yet at the heart of the family is 15-year-old Mirabel, who does not seem to possess any unusual abilities. Faced with this harsh reality, Mirabel struggles to reconcile her place within her family while searching for who she truly is.</p> 2022-05-12 22:30:00 -0500

  8/05/22 2022-08-05 19:00:00 -0500

  7:00 p.m.

  Klopfenstein Amphitheater for the Performing Arts.

  Marion

  0.0 0

• Play and Learn

  <p>Join us for a FREE interactive workshop that will explore how children learn through play! This workshop will include 60 minutes of child-directed free-play and a 30 minutes circle time including singing and dancing, a snack, and stories. Registration is required and transportation and interpretation available upon request.</p><p><br></p><p>Never underestimate the power of play! Play &amp; Learn of East Central Iowa is an organized play group for young children (0-5 years old) and the people who take care of them – parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, other family members and family friends.</p><p><br></p><p>Each group has a facilitator that plans and sets up activities for the children and their caregivers to play together. Facilitators help caregivers learn more about child development, how children learn through play and what caregivers can do at home to help the children in their care grow and learn.</p><p><br></p><p>**Register here:&nbsp;<a data-id="l-8197144161" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FPlayatEly%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1PsmYOgLwY4aety8hlCeL4peRHOltDzp_Y8wQZBTzymBrwDXO1BUBGsKs&h=AT0W6PphB9uglKQbeuWd5yCtns20o0qpjwF0BknEuPATJrcVVbRbooe0QF0G3AJRt9WWvFlgZ0M0-2Z_EQtpwjWacWSgUKp30IahL3R_hwdQ7qicz8D_VvDuTltpd_Lu3Q&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT3YSpcITMjSLiQFAHp_C16fYtv_WNS2z_IhmQ90AM12JtPFOWAxBbZiSD4XqyxfOdaH7_muxgft1WdiBOZuZExR46B6ZpLlqGMpJ_ctkapAaElWZkEz06VSdPwMCAIb4KypBcXRBSOoXQEMa9shXJKC9o-f4q-AbEkyXSwRyYapPxc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/PlayatEly</a></p> 2022-05-28 11:30:00 -0500

  5/28/22 2022-05-28 10:00:00 -0500

  10:00 a.m.

  Ely Public Library

  Ely

  0.0 0

• Play and Learn

  <p>Join us for a FREE interactive workshop that will explore how children learn through play! This workshop will include 60 minutes of child-directed free-play and a 30 minutes circle time including singing and dancing, a snack, and stories. Registration is required and transportation and interpretation available upon request.</p><p><br></p><p>Never underestimate the power of play! Play &amp; Learn of East Central Iowa is an organized play group for young children (0-5 years old) and the people who take care of them – parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, other family members and family friends.</p><p><br></p><p>Each group has a facilitator that plans and sets up activities for the children and their caregivers to play together. Facilitators help caregivers learn more about child development, how children learn through play and what caregivers can do at home to help the children in their care grow and learn.</p><p><br></p><p>**Register here:&nbsp;<a data-id="l-8197144161" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FPlayatEly%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1PsmYOgLwY4aety8hlCeL4peRHOltDzp_Y8wQZBTzymBrwDXO1BUBGsKs&h=AT0W6PphB9uglKQbeuWd5yCtns20o0qpjwF0BknEuPATJrcVVbRbooe0QF0G3AJRt9WWvFlgZ0M0-2Z_EQtpwjWacWSgUKp30IahL3R_hwdQ7qicz8D_VvDuTltpd_Lu3Q&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT3YSpcITMjSLiQFAHp_C16fYtv_WNS2z_IhmQ90AM12JtPFOWAxBbZiSD4XqyxfOdaH7_muxgft1WdiBOZuZExR46B6ZpLlqGMpJ_ctkapAaElWZkEz06VSdPwMCAIb4KypBcXRBSOoXQEMa9shXJKC9o-f4q-AbEkyXSwRyYapPxc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/PlayatEly</a></p> 2022-06-11 11:30:00 -0500

  6/11/22 2022-06-11 10:00:00 -0500

  10:00 a.m.

  Ely Public Library

  Ely

  0.0 0

• Play and Learn

  <p>Join us for a FREE interactive workshop that will explore how children learn through play! This workshop will include 60 minutes of child-directed free-play and a 30 minutes circle time including singing and dancing, a snack, and stories. Registration is required and transportation and interpretation available upon request.</p><p><br></p><p>Never underestimate the power of play! Play &amp; Learn of East Central Iowa is an organized play group for young children (0-5 years old) and the people who take care of them – parents, grandparents, aunts, uncles, other family members and family friends.</p><p><br></p><p>Each group has a facilitator that plans and sets up activities for the children and their caregivers to play together. Facilitators help caregivers learn more about child development, how children learn through play and what caregivers can do at home to help the children in their care grow and learn.</p><p><br></p><p>**Register here:&nbsp;<a data-id="l-8197144161" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fbit.ly%2FPlayatEly%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1PsmYOgLwY4aety8hlCeL4peRHOltDzp_Y8wQZBTzymBrwDXO1BUBGsKs&h=AT0W6PphB9uglKQbeuWd5yCtns20o0qpjwF0BknEuPATJrcVVbRbooe0QF0G3AJRt9WWvFlgZ0M0-2Z_EQtpwjWacWSgUKp30IahL3R_hwdQ7qicz8D_VvDuTltpd_Lu3Q&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT3YSpcITMjSLiQFAHp_C16fYtv_WNS2z_IhmQ90AM12JtPFOWAxBbZiSD4XqyxfOdaH7_muxgft1WdiBOZuZExR46B6ZpLlqGMpJ_ctkapAaElWZkEz06VSdPwMCAIb4KypBcXRBSOoXQEMa9shXJKC9o-f4q-AbEkyXSwRyYapPxc" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://bit.ly/PlayatEly</a></p> 2022-06-18 11:30:00 -0500

  6/18/22 2022-06-18 10:00:00 -0500

  10:00 a.m.

  Ely Public Library

  Ely

  0.0 0

• Music Under The Moon featuring "Run Forrest Run - Ultimate 90's Party"

  <p>GET READY TO PARTY LIKE IT'S 1999!</p><p>Run Forrest Run is your answer to all things 90s! With the pop and R&amp;B hits of today monopolizing radio stations, it can sometimes be an effort to get back to “the good old days”. We could only be talking about the 90s, a generation that we all love. Run Forrest Run would like the 90s to bring you as much joy as it has brought us. We strive to put that joy to work, giving you the best 90s tribute in the Chicago area. Get ready to sing and dance all night long as we PARTY LIKE IT'S 1999!</p><p>Learn more at:&nbsp;<a href="https://www.rfr90sband.com/?fbclid=IwAR1S_pu6eMPkjT1lOYt1szxYElFrFKytNACAn4QhSr0A-M_zxxbp_MfZJQA" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://www.rfr90sband.com/</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

  8/13/22 2022-08-13 19:00:00 -0500

  7:00 p.m.

  Klopfenstein Amphitheater for the Performing Arts.

  Marion

  0.0 0

• BRIC (Bike Ride of Iowa County)

  <p>Join us for a 28 mile bike ride through the northeast portion of Iowa County, from Amana to Marengo and back.&nbsp; With numerous fun stops along the way.&nbsp; Register and start location is at Millstream Brewing Co.</p> 2019-03-21 17:00:00 -0500

  8/06/22 2022-08-06 09:00:00 -0500

  9:00 a.m.

  Amana Colonies Convention & Visitor Bureau

  Amana

  0.0 0