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Friends of Hiawatha Public Library Book Sale
<p>Guess who benefits from a Friends of Hiawatha Public Library Book Sale? You, of course! The Friends have hundreds of books for all ages and tastes. In addition, bargain hunters will enjoy browsing the large selection of CDs, audiobooks, magazines and DVDs available for purchase. Fill a bag for only $3.00!</p> 2019-04-30 17:00:00 -0500
5/10/1910:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
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Trail Trekkers: Sounds of Spring
<p><strong>As the weather warms up, so does the frog chorus! Listen for frogs at the wetlands. Learn about the frog life cycle and special frog features, sing frog songs, and go on a frog watching hike. Registration required. Free</strong></p> 2019-04-04 11:00:00 -0500
5/08/1910:00 a.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
Backyard Chickens Workshop
<p><strong>Learn the basic information you need to raise hens in urban and suburban areas. Participants will receive a certificate of completion, enabling them to get a permit to legally keep chickens in Cedar Rapids and other communities. M $12; NM $15</strong></p> 2019-04-05 19:00:00 -0500
5/09/195:30 p.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
Linn County Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
<p>This meeting will be held at the Jean Oxley Public Service Center, Conference Room 3A & 3B, Lower Level, 935 2nd Street SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This meeting is open to the public. Meeting dates and times can change. Please contact Planning & Development at (319) 892-5130 regarding meeting status. </p> 2019-05-15 17:00:00 -0500
5/15/194:00 p.m.Jean Oxley Public Service CenterCedar Rapids -
Book Babies: Spanish / English
<p>Our own Casey Maynard will lead Book babies in Spanish and English today! Come have fun with your baby while learning rhymes and songs in Spanish.</p><p>This event is open to the public.</p> 2019-04-30 11:00:00 -0500
5/10/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Book Babies: Spanish / English
<p>Our own Casey Maynard will lead Book babies in Spanish and English today! Come have fun with your baby while learning rhymes and songs in Spanish.</p><p>This event is open to the public.</p> 2019-04-30 14:00:00 -0500
5/10/191:30 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Professor Sprout's Mandrake Cultivation Class
<p>Cultivate a mandrake with Pomona Sprout, Hogwart's renowned Herbology Professor, then take it home to help ward off petrification!</p><p>Celebrate Harry Potter Week at the Cedar Rapids Public Library!</p><p>Professor Sprout's Mandrake Cultivation Class in Beems Auditorium B gives wizards (and muggles) a chance to cultivate a mandrake to take home. As you know, mature mandrake root is essential to mandrake restorative potion, which could cure you if you encounter petrification. Slight chance of immature mandrakes on premises; students responsible for their own hearing protection. </p><p>Professor Pomona Sprout teaches Herbology at Hogwart's School of Witchcraft and Wizardry.</p><p>See Cedar Rapids Public Library's full event calendar for more Harry Potter Week events, and be sure to take in Orchestra Iowa's Music of Harry Potter Concert May 18 and 19, 2019.</p> 2019-03-11 19:30:00 -0500
5/14/196:00 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Sac & Fox Apiary Club Meet-Up
<p><strong>Are you a beekeeper? Interested in learning more about this hobby? River Bend Beekeepers Club leaders will host a fun meet-up for beekeepers and others who are interested in learning more, problem solving, or swapping stories. Open to the public. Free</strong></p> 2019-04-05 20:31:00 -0500
5/09/196:30 p.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
WILD BILL & THE PONY EXPRESS
<p>WILD BILL & THE PONY EXPRESS AT THE VFW POST#788 EVERY THURSDAY DURING MAY FROM 5 PM TO 9 PM. COST $6.00 . SHORT ORDERS WILL BE AVAILABLE FROM 5 TO 7 PM. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.</p><p>MAY 2ND , MAY 9TH, MAY 16TH, MAY 23RD AND MAY 30TH, 2019</p><p><br></p> 2019-05-09 21:00:00 -05005/09/195:00 p.m.VFW Post # 788Cedar Rapids, Iowa -
9th European Epidemiology and Public Health Congress
<p>Euro Epidemiology 2019 brings professionals together from every corner of the world who share a commitment to reduce the global burden of diseases and disorders with the theme “An emerging trans disciplinary and interdisciplinary evaluation” anticipating for a huge number healthcare professionals, working in and beyond Molecular Pathological Epidemiology to share experiences and best practices through invited keynote, plenary lectures, symposia, workshops, and posters covering a wide range of topics and important issues which affect us all from the research to the experimental implementations.</p> 2018-08-21 18:00:00 -0500
6/13/199:00 a.m.ME ConferencesHelsinki -
Hiawatha Fire Department Visits Hiawatha Public Library
<p>Fire Chief Mike is always happy to share fire safety tips and to introduce his crew to kids. And of course, he will bring HFD's shiny red firetruck! If weather permits, we will meet on the lawn so bring your after school snack and a blanket.</p> 2019-02-24 16:45:00 -0600
6/03/194:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
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Virtual Reality
<p>Come experience virtual reality at the Cedar Rapids Public Library as we travel to strange and incredible places. Explore new worlds, solve puzzles, and outrun the occasional stray dinosaur. This event is held in the Maker Room.<br><br>This program is sponsored by the Giacoletto Foundation.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-05-09 17:30:00 -0500
5/09/193:30 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Kiss the Ground - a book discussion
<p>In Kiss the Ground, Josh Tickell, one of America's most celebrated documentary filmmakers, dicusses the hidden power soil has to reverse climate change, and how a regenerative farming diet not only delivers us better health and wellness, but also rebuilds our most precious resource--the very ground that feeds us.</p><p>This event is free and open to the public. It is sponsored by Green Iowa AmeriCorps, Iowa City Parks and Recreation, and the Iowa City Public Library.</p> 2019-05-01 11:30:00 -0500
5/18/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
The History Center - Commemoration of the Douglas Starch Works Explosion and Walking Tour
<p>Join The History Center on May 22nd at 6:00 PM to commemorate the 100th anniversary of the Douglas Starch Works Explosion.</p><p><br></p><p>There will be a bell ringing and a reading of the names of all the workers who tragically lost their lives that day.</p><p><br></p><p>Following this event there will be an encore presentation of Douglas Company Explosion and South Kingston Walking Tour.</p><p><br></p><p>This event is free and open to the public. The walking tour following this event is $5 for History Center members and $7 for the general public.</p>
5/22/196:00 p.m.Jean Oxley Public Service CenterCedar Rapids -
Coffee and Chat: Volunteering at Indian Creek Nature Center
<p><strong><p dir="ltr">Volunteers are integral to creating champions of nature, and we have all sorts of volunteer opportunities year-round. Meet Volunteer Coordinator Rachel Bailey and Event Coordinator Sarah Botkin to learn about the volunteer application process and about upcoming volunteer opportunities. This program is free, open to the public and all are welcome. Coffee and hot tea will be served. Free</p></strong></p><p><br></p> 2019-04-05 22:00:00 -0500
5/09/199:00 p.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
Wizarding Wand Workshop
<p>Celebrate Harry Potter Week at the Cedar Rapids Public Library!</p><p>Ollivander's Wand Shop, Diagon Alley, is providing all the materials for this magical workshop. The complexities of choosing materials are left to the materials themselves, as they will speak to students who truly focus their magical powers.</p><p>"The wand chooses the wizard. That much has always been clear to those of us who have studied wandlore... If you are any wizard at all you will be able to channel your magic through almost any instrument. The best results, however, must always come where there is the strongest affinity between wizard and wand. These connections are complex. An initial attraction, and then a mutual quest for experience, the wand learning from the wizard, the wizard from the wand." - Mr. Ollivander</p><p>See Cedar Rapids Public Library's full event calendar for more Harry Potter Week events, and be sure to take in Orchestra Iowa's Music of Harry Potter Concert May 18 and 19, 2019..</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-03-11 19:30:00 -0500
5/14/196:00 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Cedar Rapids Community Orchestra Spring Concert
<p>Cedar Rapids Community Orchestra's Spring 2019 performance celebrating 5 years of performing together. We will performing selections from Rutter, Saint Saens, Handel, Pirates of the Caribbean, Victory at Sea and others. Free to the public and treats after the performance. Performance will be held on May 11th at 7:00 pm, at Kennedy High School auditorium.</p> 2019-04-02 20:30:00 -0500
5/11/197:00 p.m.John F. Kennedy High SchoolCedar Rapids -
Friends of the Marion Library Booksale
<p>It is time for the semi-annual book sale sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Our Friends group will have the best-ever selection of gently used books, music, and movies for your shopping pleasure. Book sale hours are 4-6 p.m. on Friday, May 17 (Friends members only: purchase a membership at the door for just $10!); 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, May 18; and 2:00-4 p.m. on Sunday, May 19, when you can pick up a bag of books for just $3.</p> 2019-05-03 18:00:00 -05005/17/194:00 p.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
Friends of the Marion Library Booksale
<p>It is time for the semi-annual book sale sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Our Friends group will have the best-ever selection of gently used books, music, and movies for your shopping pleasure. Book sale hours are 4-6 p.m. on Friday, May 17 (Friends members only: purchase a membership at the door for just $10!); 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, May 18; and 2:00-4 p.m. on Sunday, May 19, when you can pick up a bag of books for just $3.</p> 2019-05-03 16:00:00 -05005/18/1910:00 a.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
The Scarlet Pimpernel
<p><span><span>A swashbuckling action/adventure musical, this is a tale of courage, betrayal, justice, intrigue, trust, honor and love. The show is packed with action, romance and comedy, moving ballads, hilarious dialogue, a macabre guillotine, daring rescues and a thrilling sword-fight.<span> </span><em>Tickets go on sale to the public March 5, 2019.</em></span><br></span><strong><br>Date</strong>: May 3-5, 10-12, 2019</p>
5/12/192:00 p.m.Coralville Center for the Performing ArtsCoralville -
Linn County Planning & Zoning Commission 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 call Planning & Development at (319) 892-5130 regarding meeting status. </p>
5/20/196:30 p.m.Jean Oxley Public Service CenterCedar Rapids -
Friends of the Marion Library Booksale
<p><section><p>It is time for the semi-annual book sale sponsored by the Friends of the Library. Our Friends group will have the best-ever selection of gently used books, music, and movies for your shopping pleasure. Book sale hours are 4-6 p.m. on Friday, May 17 (Friends members only: purchase a membership at the door for just $10!); 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Saturday, May 18; and 2:00-4 p.m. on Sunday, May 19, when you can pick up a bag of books for just $3.</p></section></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><footer><nav></nav></footer></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2019-05-03 16:00:00 -05005/19/192:00 p.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
WILD BILL & THE PONY EXPRESS
<p>WILD BILL & THE PONY EXPRESS AT THE VFW POST#788 EVERY THURSDAY DURING MAY FROM 5 PM TO 9 PM. COST $6.00 . SHORT ORDERS WILL BE AVAILABLE FROM 5 TO 7 PM. OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.</p><p>MAY 2ND , MAY 9TH, MAY 16TH, MAY 23RD AND MAY 30TH, 2019</p><p><br></p> 2019-05-16 21:00:00 -05005/16/195:00 p.m.VFW Post # 788Cedar Rapids, Iowa -
ICPL Tech Help
<p>Technology getting the better of you? Have questions about computers, ebook readers, iPods, or your cell phone? Want to learn how to surf the net, get a free email account, Skype, or set up a Facebook page? Or do you just want to learn more about the online products and services available at ICPL? Let us help! Bring your questions or the gadget that's giving you grief and stop by any one of the ICPL Tech Help sessions.</p> 2019-05-08 14:00:00 -0500
5/08/1911:00 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
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Virtual Reality
<p>Come experience virtual reality at the Cedar Rapids Public Library as we travel to strange and incredible places. Explore new worlds, solve puzzles, and outrun the occasional stray dinosaur. This event is held in the Maker Room.<br><br>This program is sponsored by the Giacoletto Foundation.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-05-16 17:30:00 -0500
5/16/193:30 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Using Ancestry.com for Genealogy
<p>Beginning or in the midst of a genealogy project? Come to the library and learn how to use our online genealogy resources like Ancestry.com to help solve your family tree mysteries. These resources can be accessed at the library for free without purchasing a subscription.</p><p>It is suggested, though not required, that Introduction to Genealogy is completed before attending this course.</p> 2019-05-02 11:30:00 -0500
5/09/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Preschool Stories & More
<p>Join us for a preschool-oriented program that often features special guests or includes longer stories. Preschool Stories & More is recommended for children who are 3,4, or 5 years old.</p> 2019-04-30 11:00:00 -05005/09/1910:30 a.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Music Performance by Sean Gaskell
<p>Join us at the Hiawatha Public Library for a special music performance by Sean Gaskell. </p><p>Sean will be playing the West African kora. </p><p>Saturday, May 18th at 3:00. All are welcome to attend. </p> 2019-03-11 16:00:00 -0500
5/18/193:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Fall Fibre Show and Sale
<p>The Amana Arts Guild, 1210 G Street, High Amana, located in one of the seven Amana historic villages of the Amana Colony, will sponsor a Fall Fiber Art Show and Sale on Saturday November 2 and Sunday November 3. The show and sale is a special Holiday shopping event for those unique one of a kind items. Admission is free. Hot cider and treats will be available.</p><p>This intimate event celebrates rug-making, spinning, weaving, and needlework. Several of the artisans will be demonstrating their craft. Along with individual artisans the Guild’s “Handmade in Amana” shop will be open to the public. The shop features quilts, baskets, rag rugs, all types of needlework as well as a variety of other arts and crafts.</p> 2017-09-13 16:00:00 -0500
11/03/1910:00 a.m.Amana Arts Guild CenterHigh Amana -
Chorale Midwest Vocal Jazz Spring Sing 'n' Swing
<p dir="ltr">Celebrate spring with an evening of vocal jazz! Join the Chorale Midwest Vocal Jazz Ensemble for “Spring Sing ‘n’ Swing,” Friday, May 17 at the Cedar Rapids Public Library, 450 5th Ave. SE. From jazz classics by Ellington, Bacharach and Brubeck to new charts from Michael Bublé and The Real Group! Tickets: $20; $5 student rush tickets at the door with valid ID. www.choralemidwest.org/purchase-tickets/</p>5/17/197:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids