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355 18th Street SE, Cedar Rapids(319) 450-3400225 Northland Ct NE , Cedar Rapids
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More Fun with Light and Shadow
<p>Let's play with light and shadow using an amazing new kit awarded by Iowa Governor's STEM Advisory Council. It includes different light sources, a light pad, a shadow screen and numerous playthings. We will share stories and then play!</p><p>Kids and their caregivers are welcome to attend this free event.</p> 2019-08-28 11:15:00 -0500
11/01/1910:30 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
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STEM Club
<p>Let's hone our engineering skills as we build with Legos and Ramps & Pathways materials. Young kids are welcome to show off their creativity. </p> 2019-08-11 16:50:00 -0500
11/19/194:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
STEM Club
<p>Let's hone our engineering skills as we build with Legos and Ramps & Pathways materials. Young kids are welcome to show off their creativity. </p> 2019-08-11 16:50:00 -0500
12/17/194:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Let's Knit Toys
<p>This class over 6 weeks will focus on "reversibles," knitted projects that are two toys in one. Patterns to choose from are a dog in a doghouse, a chrysalis with a fluttery surprise inside, a tiny hidden fairy, a hedgehog to fox, pigs in a blanket, a snowman to a Christmas tree, an egg to a penguin, and more! Projects will suit knitting levels ranging from beginning to advanced. Techniques may include applique, embroidery using the stem stitch ,and stitching eyes and noses. Bring your enthusiasm and your sense of humor—these toys are addicting! Class Fee: $59 Materials fee $14.</p> 2019-08-09 12:00:00 -0500
11/12/1910:30 a.m.Kirkwood Linn County Regional CenterHiawatha -
Night at the Museum
<p>Our most popular kiddo program is back with all new dates this Fall! Explore the Museum of Natural History after dark for an evening of pizza and STEM fun. Each month we'll explore a different area of science, technology, and culture with interactive demonstrations, fun activities, and hands-on learning. Your child will receive an official MNH Miner Helmet with a head lamp to keep, and the group will explore the darkened bird and mammal galleries as part of the evening’s activities. This is a drop off program, long enough for parents to have dinner or even go see a movie! Spots fill up fast, so sign up today!</p><p>For students in grades 1-5; $30 per student per program.</p><p><strong>Use the links below to register:</strong></p><p>*Each program is offered twice monthly to accommodate all registrants. Clicking your preferred date will take you to the appropriate registration form:</p><ul><li>ASTRONOMY: Friday, September <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglo86ya7982191">6th</a> and <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglo8drfba2acc0">13th</a></li><li>CHEMISTRY: Friday, October <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglo8hea8c221e3">4th</a> and <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4g660539f15">11th</a></li><li>ROBOTICS: Friday, November <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4i9784a0e4c">1st</a> and <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4k3095d9d7e">8th</a></li><li>ENGINEERING: Friday, December <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4mt698cbde6">6th</a> and <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4nt275e06cf">13th</a></li></ul> 2019-08-07 21:00:00 -0500
11/01/196:00 p.m.University of Iowa Museum of Natural HistoryIowa City -
Night at the Museum
<p>Our most popular kiddo program is back with all new dates this Fall! Explore the Museum of Natural History after dark for an evening of pizza and STEM fun. Each month we'll explore a different area of science, technology, and culture with interactive demonstrations, fun activities, and hands-on learning. Your child will receive an official MNH Miner Helmet with a head lamp to keep, and the group will explore the darkened bird and mammal galleries as part of the evening’s activities. This is a drop off program, long enough for parents to have dinner or even go see a movie! Spots fill up fast, so sign up today!</p><p>For students in grades 1-5; $30 per student per program.</p><p><strong>Use the links below to register:</strong></p><p>*Each program is offered twice monthly to accommodate all registrants. Clicking your preferred date will take you to the appropriate registration form:</p><ul><li>ASTRONOMY: Friday, September <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglo86ya7982191">6th</a> and <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglo8drfba2acc0">13th</a></li><li>CHEMISTRY: Friday, October <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglo8hea8c221e3">4th</a> and <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4g660539f15">11th</a></li><li>ROBOTICS: Friday, November <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4i9784a0e4c">1st</a> and <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4k3095d9d7e">8th</a></li><li>ENGINEERING: Friday, December <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4mt698cbde6">6th</a> and <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4nt275e06cf">13th</a></li></ul> 2019-08-07 21:00:00 -050011/08/196:00 p.m.University of Iowa Museum of Natural HistoryIowa City -
Night at the Museum
<p>Our most popular kiddo program is back with all new dates this Fall! Explore the Museum of Natural History after dark for an evening of pizza and STEM fun. Each month we'll explore a different area of science, technology, and culture with interactive demonstrations, fun activities, and hands-on learning. Your child will receive an official MNH Miner Helmet with a head lamp to keep, and the group will explore the darkened bird and mammal galleries as part of the evening’s activities. This is a drop off program, long enough for parents to have dinner or even go see a movie! Spots fill up fast, so sign up today!</p><p>For students in grades 1-5; $30 per student per program.</p><p><strong>Use the links below to register:</strong></p><p>*Each program is offered twice monthly to accommodate all registrants. Clicking your preferred date will take you to the appropriate registration form:</p><ul><li>ASTRONOMY: Friday, September <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglo86ya7982191">6th</a> and <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglo8drfba2acc0">13th</a></li><li>CHEMISTRY: Friday, October <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglo8hea8c221e3">4th</a> and <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4g660539f15">11th</a></li><li>ROBOTICS: Friday, November <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4i9784a0e4c">1st</a> and <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4k3095d9d7e">8th</a></li><li>ENGINEERING: Friday, December <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4mt698cbde6">6th</a> and <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4nt275e06cf">13th</a></li></ul> 2019-08-07 21:00:00 -0500
12/06/196:00 p.m.University of Iowa Museum of Natural HistoryIowa City -
Night at the Museum
<p>Our most popular kiddo program is back with all new dates this Fall! Explore the Museum of Natural History after dark for an evening of pizza and STEM fun. Each month we'll explore a different area of science, technology, and culture with interactive demonstrations, fun activities, and hands-on learning. Your child will receive an official MNH Miner Helmet with a head lamp to keep, and the group will explore the darkened bird and mammal galleries as part of the evening’s activities. This is a drop off program, long enough for parents to have dinner or even go see a movie! Spots fill up fast, so sign up today!</p><p>For students in grades 1-5; $30 per student per program.</p><p><strong>Use the links below to register:</strong></p><p>*Each program is offered twice monthly to accommodate all registrants. Clicking your preferred date will take you to the appropriate registration form:</p><ul><li>ASTRONOMY: Friday, September <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglo86ya7982191">6th</a> and <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglo8drfba2acc0">13th</a></li><li>CHEMISTRY: Friday, October <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglo8hea8c221e3">4th</a> and <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4g660539f15">11th</a></li><li>ROBOTICS: Friday, November <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4i9784a0e4c">1st</a> and <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4k3095d9d7e">8th</a></li><li>ENGINEERING: Friday, December <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4mt698cbde6">6th</a> and <a href="http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=xnvgogkab&oeidk=a07egglp4nt275e06cf">13th</a></li></ul> 2019-08-07 21:00:00 -050012/13/196:00 p.m.University of Iowa Museum of Natural HistoryIowa City -
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 -
Midwest Antique & Art Show/Collector's Eye Show
<p>The Midwest show features an array of merchandise and dealers who specialize in advertising, Americana, fine art, folk art, furniture, holiday, pottery and toys and other unique items. The Collector's Eye is an opportunity for new and advanced collectors to discover items ranging from quality Americana to fun and funky vintage. These are important not to be missed shows.</p> 2019-09-09 16:00:00 -0500
10/27/1910:00 a.m.Midwest Antique PromotionsCedar Rapids -
Harvest Market
<p>Marion Methodist presents Harvest Market! If you're an early bird, enjoy the morning coffee shop with homemade rolls. Stay for lunch featuring famous Marion Methodist ham loaf, sandwiches, soups, salads and dessert. Then spend time shopping the market. Shops include: candies, baked goods, frozen pies and cookie dough, handcrafted gifts, children's books, crafts, fair trade gifts, jams, jellies, nuts, and seasonal produce. All proceeds support missions at Marion Methodist.</p> 2019-10-16 14:00:00 -0500
10/26/198:30 a.m.Marion First United Methodist ChurchMarion -
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Thai Dumplings and Steamed Rice Dumplings
<p>Originally a Chinese dish, these yummy little dumplings have become a solid part of the Thai food culture. In this class we will learn how to wrap Thai dumplings and create a delicious sauce that will accentuate them. We will use a traditional Asian-style steamer and enjoy our creations fresh out of the steamer. </p><p>Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2019-08-27 20:00:00 -050012/02/196:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Holly Jolly Holiday Fair 2019 - Day 2
<p>Holly Jolly Holiday Fair 2019: Thurs., Nov. 7 (10:00 am-2:30 pm) Support UMW missions! St. Paul’s UMW will feature their Craft Boutique, Country Store, Cookie Walk, Fair Trade Table and the African Women Empowered Items. Need tickets for the theme luncheon and Style Show on Thursday? Tickets available starting October 20. Please contact, 362-5285. Wonderful way to get in the mood for the Christmas season. Join us and bring a friend! You’re welcome to make a donation payable to UMW Holiday Fair 2019.</p><p><br></p> 2019-10-07 14:30:00 -0500
11/07/1910:00 a.m.St. Paul's United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
Hands on for the Holidays
<p>Join the Master Gardeners for a full day of creativity. Making a pine cone wreath, a teacup fairy garden, and a yule log for your table will all be part of this day of creativity. </p> 2019-10-16 15:30:00 -0500
11/02/199:00 a.m.Iowa State University Extension and Outreach of Linn CountyCedar Rapids -
Holly Jolly Holiday Fair 2019 - Day 1
<p>Holly Jolly - Holiday Fair 2019: Wednesday, November 6 (3:00-7:30 pm) & Thursday, November 7 (10:00 am-2:30 pm) Support UMW missions! Both days St. Paul’s UMW will feature their Craft Boutique, Country Store, Cookie Walk, Fair Trade Table and the African Women Empowered Items. Wednesday there will be an Evening Dinner. Need tickets for the theme luncheon and Style Show on Thursday? Tickets for the lunch and style show available starting October 20. Please contact church office 363-2058. Wonderful way to get in the mood for the Christmas season. Join us at St. Paul's UMC (1340 3rd Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids) and bring a friend!</p> 2019-10-07 19:30:00 -0500
11/06/193:00 p.m.St. Paul's United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
'Rising Together: Protest in Print'
<p>This exhibit features artist books, prints, and zines with social justice themes drawn from the University of Iowa Special Collections and the <a href="http://www.collegebookart.org/" target="_blank">College Book Art Association</a> (CBAA) juried traveling exhibition <em>Rising Together</em>.</p><p>Through contemporary and historical examples, the exhibit demonstrates how artist books, zines, and prints give activism a visual voice and can serve as powerful agents in effecting positive social change on issues encompassing power, politics, war, immigration, the environment and more. Featured items include a wide range of editioned or one-of-a-kind book art and print activity–editioned artist books, sculptural bookworks, altered books, chapbooks, broadsides, protest signs, zines.</p><p>In addition to rare items from the University of Iowa's Special Collections, many contemporary artists, presses and collectives are represented in the CBAA portion of the show.</p><p><strong><em>Check Main Library Gallery hours of operation here: </em></strong><strong><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/" target="_blank">https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/</a> <em>Weekend hours are shortened.</em></strong></p><p><strong>The Main Library Gallery is located on the 1st Floor of the University of Iowa's Main Library. (Toward the north side of the building.)</strong></p> 2019-10-21 18:00:00 -0500
10/21/199:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
'Rising Together: Protest in Print'
<p>This exhibit features artist books, prints, and zines with social justice themes drawn from the University of Iowa Special Collections and the <a href="http://www.collegebookart.org/" target="_blank">College Book Art Association</a> (CBAA) juried traveling exhibition <em>Rising Together</em>.</p><p>Through contemporary and historical examples, the exhibit demonstrates how artist books, zines, and prints give activism a visual voice and can serve as powerful agents in effecting positive social change on issues encompassing power, politics, war, immigration, the environment and more. Featured items include a wide range of editioned or one-of-a-kind book art and print activity–editioned artist books, sculptural bookworks, altered books, chapbooks, broadsides, protest signs, zines.</p><p>In addition to rare items from the University of Iowa's Special Collections, many contemporary artists, presses and collectives are represented in the CBAA portion of the show.</p><p><strong><em>Check Main Library Gallery hours of operation here: </em></strong><strong><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/" target="_blank">https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/</a> <em>Weekend hours are shortened.</em></strong></p><p><strong>The Main Library Gallery is located on the 1st Floor of the University of Iowa's Main Library. (Toward the north side of the building.)</strong></p> 2019-10-22 18:00:00 -0500
10/22/199:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
Hidden Spaces Tour at the Museum of Natural History
<ul><li><strong>Lead by Cindy Opitz: Director of Research Collections for the UI Pentacrest Museums</strong></li><li>It's our Behind-the-Scenes Collections tour...but with a spooky twist! Our Collections team will be wearing their Halloween costumes and highlighting some spooky spaces and collections items. We invite you to wear your costume as well and see us in a new light...a darker light that is. Bwahahahaha! <em>Pre-registration is required to attend.</em></li></ul>
10/27/195:30 p.m.University of Iowa Museum of Natural HistoryIowa City -
'Rising Together: Protest in Print'
<p>This exhibit features artist books, prints, and zines with social justice themes drawn from the University of Iowa Special Collections and the <a href="http://www.collegebookart.org/" target="_blank">College Book Art Association</a> (CBAA) juried traveling exhibition <em>Rising Together</em>.</p><p>Through contemporary and historical examples, the exhibit demonstrates how artist books, zines, and prints give activism a visual voice and can serve as powerful agents in effecting positive social change on issues encompassing power, politics, war, immigration, the environment and more. Featured items include a wide range of editioned or one-of-a-kind book art and print activity–editioned artist books, sculptural bookworks, altered books, chapbooks, broadsides, protest signs, zines.</p><p>In addition to rare items from the University of Iowa's Special Collections, many contemporary artists, presses and collectives are represented in the CBAA portion of the show.</p><p><strong><em>Check Main Library Gallery hours of operation here: </em></strong><strong><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/" target="_blank">https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/</a> <em>Weekend hours are shortened.</em></strong></p><p><strong>The Main Library Gallery is located on the 1st Floor of the University of Iowa's Main Library. (Toward the north side of the building.)</strong></p> 2019-10-23 18:00:00 -0500
10/23/199:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
'Rising Together: Protest in Print'
<p>This exhibit features artist books, prints, and zines with social justice themes drawn from the University of Iowa Special Collections and the <a href="http://www.collegebookart.org/" target="_blank">College Book Art Association</a> (CBAA) juried traveling exhibition <em>Rising Together</em>.</p><p>Through contemporary and historical examples, the exhibit demonstrates how artist books, zines, and prints give activism a visual voice and can serve as powerful agents in effecting positive social change on issues encompassing power, politics, war, immigration, the environment and more. Featured items include a wide range of editioned or one-of-a-kind book art and print activity–editioned artist books, sculptural bookworks, altered books, chapbooks, broadsides, protest signs, zines.</p><p>In addition to rare items from the University of Iowa's Special Collections, many contemporary artists, presses and collectives are represented in the CBAA portion of the show.</p><p><strong><em>Check Main Library Gallery hours of operation here: </em></strong><strong><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/" target="_blank">https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/</a> <em>Weekend hours are shortened.</em></strong></p><p><strong>The Main Library Gallery is located on the 1st Floor of the University of Iowa's Main Library. (Toward the north side of the building.)</strong></p> 2019-10-24 18:00:00 -0500
10/24/199:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
'Rising Together: Protest in Print'
<p>This exhibit features artist books, prints, and zines with social justice themes drawn from the University of Iowa Special Collections and the <a href="http://www.collegebookart.org/" target="_blank">College Book Art Association</a> (CBAA) juried traveling exhibition <em>Rising Together</em>.</p><p>Through contemporary and historical examples, the exhibit demonstrates how artist books, zines, and prints give activism a visual voice and can serve as powerful agents in effecting positive social change on issues encompassing power, politics, war, immigration, the environment and more. Featured items include a wide range of editioned or one-of-a-kind book art and print activity–editioned artist books, sculptural bookworks, altered books, chapbooks, broadsides, protest signs, zines.</p><p>In addition to rare items from the University of Iowa's Special Collections, many contemporary artists, presses and collectives are represented in the CBAA portion of the show.</p><p><strong><em>Check Main Library Gallery hours of operation here: </em></strong><strong><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/" target="_blank">https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/</a> <em>Weekend hours are shortened.</em></strong></p><p><strong>The Main Library Gallery is located on the 1st Floor of the University of Iowa's Main Library. (Toward the north side of the building.)</strong></p> 2019-10-25 18:00:00 -0500
10/25/199:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
'Rising Together: Protest in Print'
<p>This exhibit features artist books, prints, and zines with social justice themes drawn from the University of Iowa Special Collections and the <a href="http://www.collegebookart.org/" target="_blank">College Book Art Association</a> (CBAA) juried traveling exhibition <em>Rising Together</em>.</p><p>Through contemporary and historical examples, the exhibit demonstrates how artist books, zines, and prints give activism a visual voice and can serve as powerful agents in effecting positive social change on issues encompassing power, politics, war, immigration, the environment and more. Featured items include a wide range of editioned or one-of-a-kind book art and print activity–editioned artist books, sculptural bookworks, altered books, chapbooks, broadsides, protest signs, zines.</p><p>In addition to rare items from the University of Iowa's Special Collections, many contemporary artists, presses and collectives are represented in the CBAA portion of the show.</p><p><strong><em>Check Main Library Gallery hours of operation here: </em></strong><strong><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/" target="_blank">https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/</a> <em>Weekend hours are shortened.</em></strong></p><p><strong>The Main Library Gallery is located on the 1st Floor of the University of Iowa's Main Library. (Toward the north side of the building.)</strong></p> 2019-10-26 18:00:00 -0500
10/26/199:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
Home for the Holidays
<p>On November 9<sup>th</sup>, 2019 Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois (RMHC-EIWI) is kicking off a new Cedar Rapids event at The Venue by Butcher Block called “Home for the Holidays”! This a is a musical soiree to celebrate another year of RMHC-EIWI keeping families together when it matters most. The night will be full of music and tribute performances to Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and all your favorite Rat Packers. Heavy hors d’oeuvres will be served along with specialty drinks. Supporters in attendance can also get a head start on their holiday shopping by bidding on silent auction items. All proceeds from “Home for the Holidays” go back to RMHC-EIWI to provide families the comfort of home with warm beds, hot meals, showers, kitchens and laundry services during their stay in Iowa City or Cedar Rapids. The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois welcome families from all backgrounds, and never turn away guests due to an inability to pay.On November 9<sup>th</sup>, 2019 we are kicking off a new Cedar Rapids event at The Venue by Butcher Block called “Home for the Holidays”! This a is a musical soiree to celebrate another year of RMHC-EIWI keeping families together when it matters most. The night will be full of music and tribute performances to Frank Sinatra, Dean Martin, and all your favorite Rat Packers. Heavy hors d’oeuvres will be served along with specialty drinks. Supporters in attendance can also get a head start on their holiday shopping by bidding on silent auction items. All proceeds from “Home for the Holidays” go back to RMHC-EIWI to provide families the comfort of home with warm beds, hot meals, showers, kitchens and laundry services during their stay in Iowa City or Cedar Rapids. The Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois welcome families from all backgrounds, and never turn away guests due to an inability to pay.</p> 2019-07-18 21:00:00 -0500
11/09/196:00 p.m.Butcher Block SteakhouseCedar Rapids -
Cultivate Hope Market
<p>Stop by the urban farm to buy our fresh produce from 4-7 p.m. every Thursday! We will have fresh produce, vendor items, movement activities and brick oven pizzas. There will be scavenger hunts for the kids as well as the playground and other things to do around the farm.</p><p><br></p><p>A walking group will depart the farm at 5:30 p.m. for a one-mile walk. Don't forget your reusable water bottle!</p><p><br></p><p>SNAP/EBT accepted. Produce is sold at half price for income qualified individuals through our Farm Fresh Friends program.</p><p><br></p><p>The Cultivate Hope Urban Farm is located at 437 G Ave. NW in Cedar Rapids. Parking is available on both F and G Avenues.</p><p><br></p> 2019-10-24 19:00:00 -0500
10/24/194:00 p.m.Cultivate Hope Urban FarmCedar Rapids -
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'Rising Together: Protest in Print'
<p>This exhibit features artist books, prints, and zines with social justice themes drawn from the University of Iowa Special Collections and the <a href="http://www.collegebookart.org/" target="_blank">College Book Art Association</a> (CBAA) juried traveling exhibition <em>Rising Together</em>.</p><p>Through contemporary and historical examples, the exhibit demonstrates how artist books, zines, and prints give activism a visual voice and can serve as powerful agents in effecting positive social change on issues encompassing power, politics, war, immigration, the environment and more. Featured items include a wide range of editioned or one-of-a-kind book art and print activity–editioned artist books, sculptural bookworks, altered books, chapbooks, broadsides, protest signs, zines.</p><p>In addition to rare items from the University of Iowa's Special Collections, many contemporary artists, presses and collectives are represented in the CBAA portion of the show.</p><p><strong><em>Check Main Library Gallery hours of operation here: </em></strong><strong><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/" target="_blank">https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/</a> <em>Weekend hours are shortened.</em></strong></p><p><strong>The Main Library Gallery is located on the 1st Floor of the University of Iowa's Main Library. (Toward the north side of the building.)</strong></p> 2019-10-27 18:00:00 -0500
10/27/199:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
'Rising Together: Protest in Print'
<p>This exhibit features artist books, prints, and zines with social justice themes drawn from the University of Iowa Special Collections and the <a href="http://www.collegebookart.org/" target="_blank">College Book Art Association</a> (CBAA) juried traveling exhibition <em>Rising Together</em>.</p><p>Through contemporary and historical examples, the exhibit demonstrates how artist books, zines, and prints give activism a visual voice and can serve as powerful agents in effecting positive social change on issues encompassing power, politics, war, immigration, the environment and more. Featured items include a wide range of editioned or one-of-a-kind book art and print activity–editioned artist books, sculptural bookworks, altered books, chapbooks, broadsides, protest signs, zines.</p><p>In addition to rare items from the University of Iowa's Special Collections, many contemporary artists, presses and collectives are represented in the CBAA portion of the show.</p><p><strong><em>Check Main Library Gallery hours of operation here: </em></strong><strong><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/" target="_blank">https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/</a> <em>Weekend hours are shortened.</em></strong></p><p><strong>The Main Library Gallery is located on the 1st Floor of the University of Iowa's Main Library. (Toward the north side of the building.)</strong></p> 2019-10-28 18:00:00 -0500
10/28/199:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
Rockwell All Employee Craft Fair
<p>Unique craft fair shopping experience. All items hand crafted. We have 132 tables/free standing spaces. When you are finished shopping check out at one of three registers. Cash, check, and credit cards accepted. Craft items include: wood crafts, baked goods, ceramics, soaps, sewn items, quilted items, jewelry, knitted items, candies, stuffed sewn items, doll clothes and many more hand crafted items. Many more crafts. </p> 2019-10-16 19:00:00 -0500
11/07/199:00 a.m.Kirkwood Linn County Regional CenterHiawatha -
'Rising Together: Protest in Print'
<p>This exhibit features artist books, prints, and zines with social justice themes drawn from the University of Iowa Special Collections and the <a href="http://www.collegebookart.org/" target="_blank">College Book Art Association</a> (CBAA) juried traveling exhibition <em>Rising Together</em>.</p><p>Through contemporary and historical examples, the exhibit demonstrates how artist books, zines, and prints give activism a visual voice and can serve as powerful agents in effecting positive social change on issues encompassing power, politics, war, immigration, the environment and more. Featured items include a wide range of editioned or one-of-a-kind book art and print activity–editioned artist books, sculptural bookworks, altered books, chapbooks, broadsides, protest signs, zines.</p><p>In addition to rare items from the University of Iowa's Special Collections, many contemporary artists, presses and collectives are represented in the CBAA portion of the show.</p><p><strong><em>Check Main Library Gallery hours of operation here: </em></strong><strong><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/" target="_blank">https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/</a> <em>Weekend hours are shortened.</em></strong></p><p><strong>The Main Library Gallery is located on the 1st Floor of the University of Iowa's Main Library. (Toward the north side of the building.)</strong></p> 2019-10-29 18:00:00 -0500
10/29/199:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
'Rising Together: Protest in Print'
<p>This exhibit features artist books, prints, and zines with social justice themes drawn from the University of Iowa Special Collections and the <a href="http://www.collegebookart.org/" target="_blank">College Book Art Association</a> (CBAA) juried traveling exhibition <em>Rising Together</em>.</p><p>Through contemporary and historical examples, the exhibit demonstrates how artist books, zines, and prints give activism a visual voice and can serve as powerful agents in effecting positive social change on issues encompassing power, politics, war, immigration, the environment and more. Featured items include a wide range of editioned or one-of-a-kind book art and print activity–editioned artist books, sculptural bookworks, altered books, chapbooks, broadsides, protest signs, zines.</p><p>In addition to rare items from the University of Iowa's Special Collections, many contemporary artists, presses and collectives are represented in the CBAA portion of the show.</p><p><strong><em>Check Main Library Gallery hours of operation here: </em></strong><strong><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/" target="_blank">https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/</a> <em>Weekend hours are shortened.</em></strong></p><p><strong>The Main Library Gallery is located on the 1st Floor of the University of Iowa's Main Library. (Toward the north side of the building.)</strong></p> 2019-10-30 18:00:00 -0500
10/30/199:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
The Roaming Canvas
<p>The Roaming Canvas will be painting “Thankful” at Parlor City Pub & Eatery (<a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parlorcitypub.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR37vIsWxWjKAYKzwdKdiV_M0l3mV0Hgd5w7zyjghCBim6eogC5X6-9XtQg&h=AT2VcK-bpbmVGDkjrmtXqfdTNLi9uGh9xSK1cA3lPtxlVat4qjaRPpXdcaQdByUZmXVUQAo2VMdyF5ZxXQ0nOiD8UlHRp4HzEugC-HCKn5WPSo65naIn8IvvLoHOdI_y" href="http://www.parlorcitypub.com/?fbclid=IwAR37vIsWxWjKAYKzwdKdiV_M0l3mV0Hgd5w7zyjghCBim6eogC5X6-9XtQg" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.parlorcitypub.com/</a>). This painting looks more complicated than it really is, so don’t let yourself be intimidated! I paint it right along with you step-by-step, and help you out when I can.<br><br>This event starts at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, October 22nd. Only $30.00 per person (including tax), and payment is required in advance. There are limited spaces available, so please make sure to purchase your ticket and reserve your spot. So come alone or with a group of friends for some fun and refreshments – either way you’ll have a wonderful time!<br><br>Purchase your ticket here:<br><a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fsquareup.com%2Fstore%2Fthe-roaming-canvas%2Fitem%2Fparlor-city-thankful%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR02yZfsj5voqJaANG5vBSHkyseDiE4Y8NXPAoW_RpjtLQOi51m9xZK_RQg&h=AT0b1WRYoLtlGHxlybRoREpGcryzf58js_bNkLrOP7HcqT3Gn3jVBVtQ9xjMwFggA_nCiHZERlj_16349eyYTjO_MF6iWtikXqgYr-8Ssq4s9njnxyNDQ8NWSISu4LWi" href="https://squareup.com/store/the-roaming-canvas/item/parlor-city-thankful?fbclid=IwAR02yZfsj5voqJaANG5vBSHkyseDiE4Y8NXPAoW_RpjtLQOi51m9xZK_RQg" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://squareup.com/store/the-roaming-canvas/item/parlor-city-thankful</a><br><br>The Roaming Canvas travels from place to place and orchestrates fun and laid-back painting parties. You don’t need to have any painting experience to have a great time AND bring home something hand-painted and beautiful. If you’re looking for a little creativity and variety in your life, look no further!<br><br>All your supplies (canvas, paints, brushes, easels, paper towels, and apron) will be provided. You just need to bring a spirit of adventure and a willingness to have a great time - by the end of the night, you will have created a beautiful piece of art on a 16 x 20 inch canvas.<br><br>Cancellation policy: No refunds. A minimum of 24 hours notice is required to reschedule for another event.<br><br>If you have any question, please email theroamingcanvas@gmail.com<br><a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.theroamingcanvas.wix.com%2Ftheroamingcanvas%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2lRl9-uIoRRd7ggMnEz-udkvsfKNU01jhOlop-iJ-aiQXxIETUpqEhmQo&h=AT2gB9f0sUpkpqB2VRhKoXjmOiSC4CVOiS8FK_8UrAauFdS5HujGnm67w_uKjJQOQd39ra2nGXhhoO6fxIIZwJmIZdf9Y1XS6kU8EzExG_zplKcDnMdOlisA-lJZgNZm" href="http://www.theroamingcanvas.wix.com/theroamingcanvas?fbclid=IwAR2lRl9-uIoRRd7ggMnEz-udkvsfKNU01jhOlop-iJ-aiQXxIETUpqEhmQo" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.theroamingcanvas.wix.com/theroamingcanvas</a> </p> 2019-08-31 21:30:00 -0500
10/22/196:30 p.m.Parlor City Pub & EateryCedar Rapids