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(319) 354-4788330 E. Washington St. , Iowa City(319) 365-900162 17th Ave. SW , Cedar Rapids
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Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
<p><em>Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon</em> offers an expansive look at Wood’s life and career though his art. Housed in one of our largest first-floor galleries, this new installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career, cut tragically short by his death in 1942. </p><p><br></p><p>Image: Grant Wood,<span> </span><em>Overmantle Decoration</em>, 1930. Oil on Upson board, 41 ¼ x 64 in. Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, Gift of Isabel R. Stamats in memory of Herbert S. Stamats. 73.3</p> 2018-10-23 16:00:00 -0500
10/23/1812:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
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Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
<p><em>Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon</em> offers an expansive look at Wood’s life and career though his art. Housed in one of our largest first-floor galleries, this new installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career, cut tragically short by his death in 1942.</p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Image: Grant Wood, <em>Overmantle Decoration</em>, 1930. Oil on Upson board, 41 ¼ x 64 in. Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, Gift of Isabel R. Stamats in memory of Herbert S. Stamats. 73.3</span></p> 2018-10-23 16:00:00 -050010/23/1812:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
2 Buck Tuesdays
<p>Every Tuesday 1-8pm enjoy $2 games of bowling, $2 shoe rental, $2 pop, $2 domestic drafts, $2 hot dog. </p> 2018-10-23 20:00:00 -050010/23/181:00 p.m.Westdale Bowling Center & Lazer TagCedar Rapids -
Fighting PD
<p><br></p><p dir="ltr" style="">Fighting PD is a non-contact boxing class combining simple boxing drills using bags and mitts, with Parkinson’s specific exercises for balance, gait, strength, flexibility, and cognitive function.</p><p dir="ltr" style="">A functional assessment is required before starting the program. Please contact Kris at 319-361-7673 to schedule an assessment<strong>.</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2018-10-23 14:30:00 -050010/23/181:30 p.m.Eastern Iowa Parkinson's Wellness & Resource CenterCedar Rapids -
The Addams Family
<p>Join your favorite creepy, cooky, mysterious and spooky family for this mad-cap musical adventure! When teenage daughter Wednesday brings her straight-laced Midwestern boyfriend and his parents home for dinner at the mansion, nothing will ever be the same for the Addams family... snap, snap.</p><p>Wednesday/Thursday/Sunday at 2pm</p><p>Friday/Saturday at 7:30pm</p> 2018-10-23 16:00:00 -0500
10/23/182:00 p.m.Old Creamery TheatreAmana -
Chair Yoga & Mindfulness
<p>Tuesdays and Thursdays 2:30pm we offer a chair yoga class for mind, body and spirit! </p> 2018-10-23 15:30:00 -050010/23/182:30 p.m.Toula YogaCedar Rapids -
Chair Yoga for Caregivers & Care Receivers
<p>Come try chair yoga. No complicated maneuvers or complex movements. No previous experience with yoga needed. Registration required. To register for a session or to register for caregiving assistance while attending this event, please let us know in advance by calling (319) 221-8866 or emailing fcgc@mercycare.org. There may be charges associated with this program.</p> 2018-10-23 15:45:00 -0500
10/23/183:00 p.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
Board to Bits
<p>Tuesdays were made for gaming. We've an extensive collection of board games to choose from and co-op video games. We alternate between board games and video games each week. Bring your friends and try them out!</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2018-10-23 17:30:00 -0500
10/23/183:30 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Satellite Voting: Marion Pubic Library
<p><strong>Vote Early for the November 6, 2018 General Election!</strong></p><p>A Satellite Voting Station will be open at the <strong>Marion Public Library </strong> (1095 6th Ave, Marion) on <strong>Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, October 23, 24 & 25 from 4 - 8 pm. </strong></p><p>Absentee ballots will be available for <strong>all </strong>eligible voters in Linn County.</p><p>Voter Registration forms will be available for new registrations and registration changes.</p><p>This is one of 37 Satellite Voting opportunities in Linn County. For additional information about Satellite Voting, and to see the full calendar please visit <u>www.linncounty.org/385/Satellite-Absentee-Voting</u> </p><p>Contact Linn County Election Services at:<br>Phone: 319-892-5300, ext 1, Email: <a href="mailto:elections@LinnCounty.org">elections@LinnCounty.org</a></p> 2018-10-06 20:00:00 -0500
10/23/184:00 p.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
Satellite Voting: CRPL - Ladd Library
<p><strong>Vote Early for the November 6, 2018 General Election!</strong></p><p>A Satellite Voting Station will be open at the <strong>Cedar Rapids Ladd Library</strong> (3750 Williams Blvd SW) on <strong>Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, October 23, 24 & 25 from 4 - 8 pm. </strong>Voting will take place in the Community Room in the back of the library.</p><p>Absentee ballots will be available for <strong>all </strong>eligible voters in Linn County.</p><p>Voter Registration forms will be available for new registrations and registration changes.</p><p>This is one of 37 Satellite Voting opportunities in Linn County. For additional information about Satellite Voting, and to see the full calendar please visit <u>www.linncounty.org/385/Satellite-Absentee-Voting</u> </p><p>Contact Linn County Election Services at:<br>Phone: 319-892-5300, ext 1, Email: <a href="mailto:elections@LinnCounty.org">elections@LinnCounty.org</a></p> 2018-10-06 20:00:00 -0500
10/23/184:00 p.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Satellite Voting: CR Public Library - Downtown
<p><strong>Vote Early for the November 6, 2018 General Election!</strong></p><p>A Satellite Voting Station will be open at the <strong>Cedar Rapids Public Library </strong>Downtown (450 5th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids) on <strong>Tuesday, Wednesday & Thursday, October 23, 24 & 25 from 4 - 8 pm. </strong>Voting will take place on the second floor, in front of Beems Auditorium.</p><p>Absentee ballots will be available for <strong>all </strong>eligible voters in Linn County.</p><p>Voter Registration forms will be available for new registrations and registration changes.</p><p>This is one of 37 Satellite Voting opportunities in Linn County. For additional information about Satellite Voting, and to see the full calendar please visit <u>www.linncounty.org/385/Satellite-Absentee-Voting</u> </p><p>Contact Linn County Election Services at:<br>Phone: 319-892-5300, ext 1, Email: <a href="mailto:elections@LinnCounty.org">elections@LinnCounty.org</a></p> 2018-10-06 20:00:00 -0500
10/23/184:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
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Library-Community Writing Center
<p>Adults and teens: get one-on-one help with your writing from University of Iowa writing tutors at the Library-Community writing center satellite in the Second Floor Training Lab. Resumes, applications, test prep practice, reports, creative writing of all types - anything is welcome. Walk-in 20 minute appointments are first come first serve.</p> 2018-10-23 18:00:00 -0500
10/23/184:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Cultivate Hope Market
<p>Buy fresh, local produce directly from our Urban Farm! The <a href="http://www.hub25.org/market/">Cultivate Hope Market </a>will take place every Tuesday from 4:00 - 6:30 PM through October 30.</p><p>SNAP/EBT will be accepted. Produce will be sold at half price for income qualified individuals through our <a href="https://events.r20.constantcontact.com/register/eventReg?oeidk=a07ef7uavtddffd413a&oseq=&c=&ch=">Farm Fresh Friends program</a>.</p><p>Visit <a href="http://www.hub25.org/market/">www.hub25.org/market</a> for more information about what will be at the market and to learn how you can pre-order your produce online.</p><p>All proceeds go to support <a href="http://www.hub25.org/">Matthew 25</a> and our programs here in the Cedar Rapids community. By shopping at the Cultivate Hope Market, you will be providing healthy and fresh food for you and your family, as well as helping to strengthen our local community.</p> 2018-10-23 18:30:00 -0500
10/23/184:00 p.m.Cultivate Hope Urban FarmCedar Rapids -
Teen Yoga & Mindfulness
<p>This is a 6 week yoga series for teens</p> 2018-10-23 17:15:00 -050010/23/184:15 p.m.Toula YogaCedar Rapids -
Kids Yoga & Mindfulness
<p>6 weeks of mindful yoga for school aged kids </p> 2018-10-23 17:15:00 -050010/23/184:15 p.m.Toula YogaCedar Rapids -
Pearl Knotting through Kirkwood Community College
<p>Everyone needs a classic string of pearls. In this class, you will learn the secrets of making pearl knotting easy. Each person will leave with a bracelet made with fresh water pearls and a sterling silver clasp. No previous experience necessary. </p><p><em>Registration is through Kirkwood Community College. Register at:</em></p><p><a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/">www.kirkwood.edu</a><em> and go to Continuing Education and then search for Beadology Iowa under the instructor search. On site registrations will be taken if registration through Kirkwood meets minimum requirements of two participants. </em>Instructor: Karen Kubby.</p><p><strong>$30 instructor fee/$30 materials fee. </strong></p> 2018-09-27 20:30:00 -0500
10/23/185:30 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
The History Center - Haunted Alley Walking Tour
<p>Downtown alleys reveal a great deal of history about Cedar Rapids buildings and they can be a little bit spooky, too! Explore the dark side of downtown architecture with this unique historic alley tour. Included are stories of how alleys function as service and utility access and learn about secret Prohibition era business entrances and clever retail store designs. Please wear alley appropriate footwear!</p><p>*All Haunted Alley Tours will be limited to the first 75 people</p> 2018-10-17 19:30:00 -050010/23/186:00 p.m.Town Centre PlazaCedar Rapids -
DNA Interest Group: Tips on getting more from an AncestryDNA test
<p>AncestryDNA provides an intuitive web interface for navigating the results of a DNA test, which has fostered their growth to now having more than 10 million customers. A variety of features available on the AncestryDNA platform are not obvious and may not be apparent to the casual user. This meeting of the DNA Interest Group will focus on accessing these hidden features and using them in family history research. We will meet in the Digital Media Lab of the Iowa City Public Library. Attendees are encouraged to bring a device for accessing their AncestryDNA results or bring their login information and access their account using a computer in the library. This presentation will also provide insights and applications for those that have not taken the AncestryDNA test but may be considering it.</p><p>For more information, contact Bryant McAllister at <a href="mailto:bryant-mcallister@uiowa.edu">bryant-mcallister@uiowa.edu</a> and follow the group on Facebook: DNA Interest Group - Iowa City.</p> 2018-10-10 19:30:00 -0500
10/23/186:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
Christmas Cookies - Baking Class
<p><strong>Christmas Cookies:</strong> Get a head start on your Christmas cookie baking this year. <strong><i>On the menu</i></strong>: Holiday Honey-Pecan Cookies, Nutty Noel Nutella Cookies, Christmas Macarons, Browned-Butter Walnut Cookies. $50.00</p><p> <strong>October 23 (Tuesday) 6 to 9 p.m.</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p> 2018-09-04 21:00:00 -0500
10/23/186:00 p.m.Cooking with NinaRobins -
Open Mic at Ramsey's Wine Bistro
<p>A great venue of musical talent share the stage every Tuesday night. It is amazing to hear and see the friendships being developed between the musicians, plus the great sounds they are producing. Come and either be a part of it or just enjoy the music.</p> 2018-10-23 21:30:00 -0500
10/23/186:00 p.m.Ramsey's Wine BistroMarion -
Introduction to Curling
<p>This 5-week course will introduce you to the Scottish sport of curling. Each week you will learn about the positions, rules, etiquette, equipment, and a new skill to be able to play the sport of curling. Each week you will also be playing in games against your fellow classmates.</p><p><strong>Please read: </strong><span> </span>Cedar Rapids Curling provides all the necessary curling equipment, but you will be on ice and the air temperature usually is in the 40’s (with no wind). Bring a separate pair of clean athletic shoes, whose soles are clean of any rocks, dirt, gum, grass, etc., to wear on the ice (no heels, open toed shoes, dress shoes, boots, slippers, loafers, or any footwear with a hard sole). Do not wear these shoes to the arena, as you they will pick up the previously mentioned rocks, dirt, gum, grass, etc. from the outside, rather change into them when you are inside the ice arena. Dress in warm, loose fitting clothing (tight jeans will hinder movement). You may want to shed a layer once you start playing. Many participants are more comfortable wearing gloves or mittens and a hat. Don’t forget to bring a sense of humor too!</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><p><br></p> 2018-09-07 21:00:00 -050010/23/186:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Ice ArenaCedar Rapids -
Oil Pastel Drawing
<p>Students will learn techniques for simplifying the drawing process. The student will also learn a variety of techniques for blending and layering oil pastels to create a finished work.</p><p><span> </span>Supply List, please bring with you to the first day of class, 1 set of oil pastels; Craypas and/or Niji brand work best. 1 pastel paper pad 9x12 or bigger.</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> 2018-09-06 20:30:00 -050010/23/186:30 p.m.Kirkwood Regional CenterCoralville -
LIVE: PBS's The Great American Read Finale
<p>Join us for the live broadcast of final episode of PBS's Great American Read. How many of the books have you read? Have you cast your vote for the top book? Join us to watch live as they announce the winner.</p> 2018-10-10 21:00:00 -0500
10/23/187:00 p.m.Iowa City Public LibraryIowa City -
'The Coddling of the American Mind: How Good Intentions and Bad Ideas are Setting Up a Generation for Failure'
<p>Studies show that rates of anxiety, depression and suicide are increasing across college campuses nationwide, increasing tensions between professors and students. What caused these cultural changes?</p><p>Social psychologist Jonathan Haidt will answer that question by discussing the three "Great Untruths" that have crept into American childhood and education in his lecture "The Coddling of the American Mind: How Good Intentions and Bad Ideas are Setting Up a Generation for Failure," at Luther College's 2018 Farwell Distinguished Lecture.</p><p>Haidt, named one of the top-100 Global Thinkers by Foreign Policy magazine and top world thinker by Prospect magazine, will give his lecture at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 23, in the Center for Faith and Life Main Hall on the Luther campus. The lecture, open to the public with no charge for admission, is co-sponsored by the Center for Ethics and Public Engagement and Campus Programming.</p><p>Haidt is the author of four books, most recently "The Coddling of the American Mind." Working with First Amendment expert Greg Lukianoff, Haidt explores the recent culture shifts on college campuses. Through their research, Lukianoff and Haidt have discovered three "Great Untruths" that are changing the way children are raised and educated: what doesn't kill you makes you weaker; always trust your feelings; and life is a battle between good people and evil people. Haidt and Lukianoff contest that embracing these ideals affects young adults' social, emotional and intellectual development. During the lecture, Haidt will explore these trends and how they've led to a change in the culture on college campuses.</p><p align="center">A New York Times best-selling author, Haidt is the Thomas Cooley Professor of Ethical Leadership, based in the business and society program, at the New York University Stern School of Business. He is regarded as being among the world's top experts in the psychology of morality and politics. Before joining the Stern faculty in 2011, Haidt spent 16 years at the University of Virginia. He co-developed Moral Foundations theory, which attempts to explain how innate, modular foundations can influence human moral reasoning. He also co-founded <a href="http://heterodoxacademy.org/">HeterodoxAcademy.org</a>, an organization of more than 1,800 professors and students advocating for improved quality of research and education in universities "by increasing viewpoint diversity, mutual understanding and constructive disagreement."</p><p> In addition to "The Coddling of the American Mind," Haidt has had three other books published: "Flourishing: Positive Psychology and the Life Well Lived;" "The Happiness Hypothesis: Finding Modern Truth in Ancient Wisdom;" and "The Righteous Mind: Why Good People Are Divided by Politics and Religion." He frequently writes for The New York Times and The Wall Street Journal.</p><p>Haidt earned a Bachelor of Arts in philosophy from Yale University and a Ph.D. in psychology from the University of Pennsylvania.</p><p>A national liberal arts college with an enrollment of 2,005, Luther offers an academic curriculum that leads to the Bachelor of Arts degree in more than 60 majors and pre-professional programs. For more information about Luther visit the college's website: http://www.luther.edu.</p>
10/23/187:00 p.m.Luther College Center for Faith and Life Main HallDecorah -
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The Way of Nile C Kinnick, Jr: Mark D Wilson Author Event
<p>Join author Mark D. Wilson as he talks about and signs copies of his new book, The Way of Nile C. Kinnick, Jr.: Insights, Images, and Stories of Iowa's 1939 Heisman Trophy Winner.</p> 2018-09-15 20:00:00 -0500
10/23/187:00 p.m.Barnes & Noble BooksellerCedar Rapids -
Stained Glass Made Easy Level 1
<p><a></a>This four-week class is for people who have little or no glass experience. Students will choose a pattern from a selection of several relatively simple panels, with 15 or fewer pieces. You will learn how to prepare the cartoon and pattern pieces, receive instruction in cutting glass, foiling, soldering, cleaning, and you will construct a small, basic panel. This class is risk free because you use our tools and equipment. This provides an opportunity to try out the craft before investing in tools. Participants must purchase or supply their own safety goggles. If you have questions or need more information on required supplies call 319-354-0022 or email Mike at <a href="mailto:Ferrance1@gmail.com">Ferrance1@gmail.com</a>. Participants must purchase or supply their own safety goggles. Materials and tool rental fee $35 payable to instructor at class.</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><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2018-09-07 21:00:00 -050010/23/187:00 p.m.Wapsi Glass WorksIowa City -
Bedtime Books Story Time
<p>Join us to listen to some of our favorite bedtime stories every Tuesday evening.</p> 2018-10-23 19:30:00 -0500
10/23/187:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Haunted Illusions starring David Caserta
<p>Treat your family to an evening of mind-blowing magic and comedy that gets the whole audience into the act. You’ll be stunned and amazed as master illusionist David Caserta has people levitating, disappearing, and reappearing right before your eyes. You will witness never before seen illusions created just for this show. Families will thrill, laugh, and possibly vanish from sight at a magic spectacular like no other. What better way to celebrate Halloween than with an incredible night of magic – at the Halloween spectacular Haunted Illusions!</p><p>www.angelfire.com/ma/magicdave</p><p>Free CyberCafé Knapp Stage Pre-Show Concert 6:00 - 7:00 p.m.</p><p>Free UD student admission made possible by UD Student Government</p><p>Association (SGA) and UD Student Activities Board (SAB).</p> 2018-08-06 21:30:00 -0500
10/23/187:30 p.m.University of Dubuque Heritage CenterDubuque -
Mary's Farm Sanctuary Sox Box
<p><strong>Mary’s Farm Sanctuary</strong>, co-partnering with <strong>Shelter House, Iowa City</strong>, has launched a drive for <strong>pairs of new socks</strong> to be distributed during <strong><i>National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week</i></strong><strong> November 11-17, 2018.</strong></p><p><strong>Shelter House</strong> provides safe shelter and helps people improve the quality of their lives as they move beyond homelessness. <strong>Mary's Farm Sanctuary</strong> is a non-profit retirement center for equines, goats, dogs and cats in Lone Tree, Iowa.</p><p>The <strong>goal</strong> of the drive is<strong> </strong>to collect<strong> 500 pairs of new sock</strong>s to go with coats donated to Shelter House to distribute to folks in need in November.</p><p><strong>Several University of Iowa departments will have donation boxes</strong>, which will also be at Hy Vee and other Iowa City, Coralville and Johnson County Locations:</p><p><strong>University of Iowa:</strong> Art & Art History, Engineering, Gender Studies, Journalism, International Writing Program, Music, Native American Studies, Office of the VP for Research and Economic Development, Obermann Center for the Humanities, Political Science</p><p><strong>Iowa City/Coralville:</strong></p><p>Ace Hardware-N. Dodge, Ann Connors Dentistry, Big Grove Brewery, Buzz Salon, College Board-Coralville, Englert Theater, Fareway Commerce Dr., Her Soup Kitchen, Hills Bank, S. Gilbert, Hollywood Graphics, Home Ec Workshop, Hy Vee’s Iowa City & Coralville, Iowa City Public Library, John’s Grocery, Prairie Lights, Ragstock, Southeast Middle School, Zion Lutheran</p><p><strong>Other Community Locations:</strong></p><p>Hills Banks: Main St, Hills, S. Gilbert St. Iowa City, Kalona, and Wellman branches, Lone Tree Community School, Nichols Massage & Wellness, Nichols, IA, Solon Public Library</p><p><strong>Sox Donation Boxes</strong> <strong>can be found in these locations from early Oct to Nov 12, 2018. Socks can also be mailed to Mary’s Farm Sanctuary, 5630 Wapello Ave SE, Lone Tree, IA 52755</strong></p><p>The donation boxes will be collected by Mary’s Farm Sanctuary volunteers on November 13<sup>th</sup> and delivered to Shelter House during National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week, November 11-17.</p>
10/24/1812:00 a.m.Mary's Farm Sanctuary, Inc.Lone Tree -
Learn How to Use Your Mobile Device to Prepare for Adverse Weather
<p>As we move into the last few months of this year and the seasons begin to change, the chance for adverse weather conditions can increase. Thus, it’s important to prepare for the unexpected. Wireless devices make it convenient to do that. According to a recent U.S. Cellular survey, 51 percent of people use a phone to check the weather forecast.</p><p>U.S. Cellular will host a free Device Workshop in Cedar Rapids, where associates will recommend tips and apps to help you prepare for emergencies and stay informed during dangerous weather conditions. The workshop is open to everyone. Attendees do not need to be a U.S. Cellular customer to attend.</p><p>“We understand the importance of not only preparing for unpredictable weather, but staying informed during an emergency,” said Mike Adams, U.S. Cellular’s director of sales for Iowa and Nebraska. “Our associates are available to assist people in using their devices to check weather and news applications, keep in touch with loved ones and document essential photos and paperwork.”</p><p>Please call 319-390-8882 for more information or to RSVP.</p> 2018-10-17 10:00:00 -050010/24/188:00 a.m.U.S. CellularCedar Rapids