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LIFETREE CAFÉ - Make a Difference Now: Choose to Be Extraordinary
<p>Lifetree Café is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual, comfortable setting. </p><p>The program, titled “Make a Difference Now: Choose to Be Extraordinary,” includes a filmed interview with internationally acclaimed author and speaker Mark Sanborn, who will share his thoughts on living an exceptional life. Sanborn investigated this topic in his popular book <em>The Fred Factor,</em> the story of Fred the postman.</p><p>“Nobody can prevent you from being extraordinary,” says Sanborn. “Anyone can be a Fred, but not everyone chooses to be a Fred.”</p> 2019-10-21 13:00:00 -0500
11/22/1912:00 p.m.Lutheran Church of the ResurrectionMarion -
Making an Ordinary Life Extraordinary Explored at Lifetree Café
<p>Tips for transforming a normal life into a remarkable one are set to be discussed and shared at Lifetree Café on Friday, Nov. 22, at NOON.</p><p>The program, titled “Make a Difference Now: Choose to Be Extraordinary,” includes a filmed interview with internationally acclaimed author and speaker Mark Sanborn, who will share his thoughts on living an exceptional life. Sanborn investigated this topic in his popular book <em>The Fred Factor,</em> the story of Fred the postman.</p><p>“Nobody can prevent you from being extraordinary,” says Sanborn. “Anyone can be a Fred, but not everyone chooses to be a Fred.”</p><p>Admission to the 60-minute event is free. Lifetree Café is located at 2500 29<sup>th</sup> Ave. (inside Lutheran Church of the Resurrection).</p><p>Lifetree Café is a place where people gather for conversation about life and faith in a casual, comfortable setting. Questions about Lifetree may be directed to Emily at (319) 377-4689 or office@lcrmarion.org.</p> 2019-10-29 13:00:00 -0500
11/22/1912:00 p.m.Lutheran Church of the ResurrectionMarion -
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Gridshock
<p>The film, Gridshock, is a documentary showing the effects of sex trafficking in Iowa. The showing will be followed by guest speaker Teresa Davidson, the co-founder & president of Chains Interrupted and the anti-human trafficking coordinator at Mercy Medical Center.</p>1/21/207:00 p.m.Mount Mercy University, Flaherty Community Room (204 Basile Hall)Cedar Rapids -
Black History Month Kick Off!
<p>February is Black History Month. We'll look through the lenses of history, literature, music and art to both remember and celebrate Black History and achievement.</p><p>We'll look to celebrated (and less well-known) historical figures as well as local treasures. Children's Stories, musical acts, speakers, crafts and more!</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-10-31 14:00:00 -05002/01/2011:30 a.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Sustaining a Food System for a Growing World
<p>Whether interested in food for health, world hunger relief, or just to enjoy your favorite meal, we cannot escape the fact that our current food systems are unsustainable. As global population grows in the shadow of climate change, what we eat makes a big difference. Our food choices impact water security, carbon emissions, and global and local food security. In this talk, we will explore how we got to our current system and how a sustainable food system might look. How can we feed the world, reduce our carbon impact, and adapt to our changing climate?</p>
12/04/197:00 p.m.Mount Mercy University, Flaherty Community Room (204 Basile Hall)Cedar Rapids -
Tom Cotter
<p>Tom Cotter has taken the comedy scene by storm since finishing as runner-up and becoming the breakout star of American’s Got Talent season seven. Cotter’s other media credits include <em>The Tonight Show</em>, <em>Last Comic Standing</em>, <em>Comedy Central Presents… Tom Cotter</em>, and <em>The Howard Stern Show</em>. You can find Cotter headlining at comedy clubs such as The Improv, Catch a Rising Star, and Caroline’s On Broadway. He was a regular on Fox News Channel’s <em>Red Eye</em> and co-starred on an episode of CBS’s <em>The Good Wife</em>. </p>
1/31/207:30 p.m.University of Dubuque Heritage CenterDubuque -
Damien Sneed's We Shall Overcome: A Celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr.
<p>Inspired by Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., We Shall Overcome showcases repertoire from the African American music traditions that electrified generations of civil rights activists with interwoven spoken word from Dr. King’s recorded speeches. Musical Director Damien Sneed has conducted and collaborated major original works for Wynton Marsalis, regularly accompanies Jessye Norman, and has toured extensively with Diana Ross and Aretha Franklin. This production featuring a full ensemble of vocals and instrumentals ties together music and culture that includes traditional gospel, modern gospel, classical, jazz, Broadway, and spirituals. Sneed’s unique understanding of each genre allows him to cover so much musical ground in a single performance.</p>
2/18/207:30 p.m.University of Dubuque Heritage CenterDubuque -
Darryl Van Leer Presents The Norm of Greatness: A Tribute to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr.
<p>This stirring performance, based on the essential writings of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., opens with narration describing the tribulations of the Montgomery bus boycott. Dr. King’s testimony of these events is given in his passionate sermon “Early Days.” Next, the audience is transported to 1963 to witness Dr. King’s historical speech “I Have A Dream.” The Norm of Greatness also includes “The Drum Major Instinct,” “The Eulogy,” and “I See the Promised Land.”</p>
3/16/207:30 p.m.University of Dubuque Heritage CenterDubuque -
Give 'em Hell Harry! A Tribute to President Harry Truman
<p>Give ’Em Hell Harry!, written by Samuel Gallu, is a faithful and often humorous portrayal of President Harry S. Truman’s life and presidency. It spans his childhood, his political apprenticeship as a judge in Jackson County, Missouri, his years in the US Senate, and his momentous two terms as president. Actor James Whitmore originated the role in 1975. Clifton Truman Daniel took up the mantle in October 2017, marking the first time in history a US president would be portrayed onstage by a direct descendant – in this case, his oldest grandson.</p>
4/17/203:30 p.m.University of Dubuque Heritage CenterDubuque -
Justin Skeesuck and Patrick Gray
<p>Justin Skeesuck and Patrick Gray have been blessed with a unique friendship that spans over 42 years. Despite the many challenges of a progressive neuromuscular disease robbing Skeesuck of the use of his arms and legs, the two seek to live life without reservation, even embarking on a 500-mile wheelchair journey across the vast terrain of northern Spain. Skeesuck and Gray’s humor and engaging storytelling will leave audience members asking, “What can I do to make my home, my work environment, and the world a better place?”</p>3/02/207:00 p.m.University of Dubuque Heritage CenterDubuque -
Weaving Light in Words Retreat: Poetry as Spiritual Practice at Prairiewoods
<p>Do words help you find your way to the sacred? Poetry is one way words reveal the luminous light around and within us, connecting us more deeply to ourselves, one another and Earth. In this weekend retreat at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha), we are invited to join Prairiewoods’ new Artist in Residence, Carol Tyx, and other word lovers and let ourselves be buoyed by the presence of poetry. There’s no need to be poetry experts, only a willingness to see what poetry might open for us. Poems come in many shapes and sizes. See what fits each of us, what deepens our sense of wonder and connection to all beings. We’ll take it slow, with time to be playful and reflective as we try on poetry as spiritual practice. The cost of this weekend retreat is $230 and includes sessions, lodging and all meals. The commuter fee is $180 and includes sessions, Saturday lunch and dinner, and Sunday lunch. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p>
12/06/196:30 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Iowa City December Midday Luncheon Connection (CWC)
<p><br></p><p align="center"><strong>December Luncheon</strong></p><p align="center"><strong>Iowa City Area Christian Women’s Connection</strong></p><p align="center">Wednesday December 11, 2019</p><p align="center">12:00 Noon</p><p align="center">New Location:Grand Living at Bridgewater Forum Theater</p><p align="center">3 Russel Slade Blvd, Coralville, IA</p><p align="center"><br></p><p align="center">Cost $15.00</p><p align="center">For reservations call Rini at 319-358-7016</p><p align="center"><strong>Reservations and Cancellations essential by 11:45 AM Monday December 9, 20119. </strong></p><p align="center"><strong>Regarding cancellations, PLEASE call Rini</strong><strong>319-358-7016 if you are unable to attend</strong></p><p align="center"><strong>Even if it is beyond the deadline, including the day of the luncheon. The group is charged for each reservation unless cancelled.</strong></p><p align="center"><strong>” Cookies and Carols”</strong></p><p><strong>Music</strong>: <em>Richard Tiegs and Jerilyn Brown, Choral Duet.</em></p><p><em> Enjoy the “Beautiful Carols” of Christmas.</em></p><p><strong>Feature:</strong>We have a sweet opportunity for ALL of YOU! A COOKIE EXCHANGE!</p><p>If you like to participate, please bring 1 dozen cookies. They will be displayed with the confectionary<em>delights others bring. You get to take home 12 different cookies!</em></p><p><em>Now that’s a yummy deal!</em></p><p><em> </em></p><p><strong>Speaker:</strong><strong>Dorothy Smith, Moline, IL “It’s Christmas -Let’s Celebrate!”</strong></p><p><em>In the hustle and bustle of the Holidays, Dorothy brings out the true beauty</em></p><p><em>with humor and honesty.</em></p><p><br></p><p align="center">Sponsored by the Iowa City Area Christian Women’s Connection.</p><p align="center">No Membership. Everyone is welcome</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p align="center"><strong> </strong></p> 2019-10-22 14:00:00 -050012/11/1912:00 p.m.Grand Living at Bridgewater/Forum ThesterCoralville -