What is Arts and Culture?
Check out with the Corridor’s arts, theater, literature and cultural events. Everything from cinema and dance to museum and exhibits are available under the Arts and Culture grouping.
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Fleacon 17
<p>Fleacon 17 scale model show and contest will be held from 8 am to 4 pm Saturday April 17 at the Berndes Center in Monticello, Iowa. Featuring scale plastic model displays by modelers throughout the Midwest, the show will have 11 different scale model categories. They include aircraft, armor, ships, figures, automobiles/trucks, dioramas, sci-fi and real space, juniors and miscellaneous. Vendors will be on hand selling model kits and supplies and a food court will be on site. Due to the current COVID-19 pandemic, facemasks and/or face coverings are recommended for all attendees. Social distancing will also be encouraged during the show. Awards will be presented in the different categories and to those models representing the "best" in each category. Entry fee is $10 for scale modelers who wish to enter the contest, free for visitors. The show is presented by the Alexander Lippisch Chapter of the International Plastic Modelers Society/USA.</p><p><br></p> 2021-03-31 16:00:00 -0500
4/17/218:00 a.m.Monticello Berndes CenterMonticello -
Sunflower Bracelet
<p>Using the pattern from Holly Kurzman’s book, <em>two-drop Peyote Patterns</em>, make this springy wide sunflower bracelet. Learn how to do two-drop peyote stitch, read a pattern, and add a plated tube clasp. Instructor: Alyssa Jakowchuk.</p><p>Registration is $72 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</p><p>Beading stations are distanced, masks required, and demos done on a large screen TV.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Pre-requisite: flat even count peyote skills. Call for a private tutorial.</strong></p> 2021-04-11 16:00:00 -0500
4/17/2110:00 a.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
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Art Exhibit: Polyphonous 2021-Mimetic Lives II
<p>Gilded Pear Gallery is thrilled to present an inaugural concurrent exhibition, <em>Polyphonous 2021: Mimetic Lives II</em>, a 2-person display of new jewelry works by local artists, Satomi Kawai and Jillian Moore.</p><p>The collective, Polyphonous, was founded by Professor Jivan Astfalck, Rachel Darbourne and Laura Bradshaw-Heap, loosely grouped through connections at the School of Jewellery in Birmingham, England, but members are from multiple countries- including U.S. based artists Satomi Kawai and Jillian Moore. Established in 2018, Polyphonous was formed in collaboration with Studio Gabi Green in Munich’s West End with the intent to drive visitors to a localized hive during Munich Jewellery Week; one of many prominent features of the program. Both in the wake and the midst of the COVID-19 pandemic, 2021 has offered the opportunity to safely connect with the most renowned European jewellery event from across the globe, online, and in print with Current Obsession. Artists and venues throughout the world unravel the dilemma to present significant and innovative displays of work in the field of contemporary jewelry at mass scale. This exhibition effectively serves as an in-person experience for the residents of the American Midwest and links virtually to other physical and virtual celebrations around the world.</p><p>In 2006, Kawai and Moore exhibited “Mimetic of Life”, a display of graduate work from the University of Iowa’s Fine Arts program. That show, unknowingly, initiated a long-standing partnership of presenting work together. This marks a 15th anniversary for the two, in a way, and reunites them in an exclusively shared exhibition for the first time in more than a decade. “Mimetic Lives II” portrays the artists’ unique parallels in jewelry fashion form: earrings, brooches, rings and the like. Mimesis (meaning to mimic or imitate), is a perfect one-word summary of their creative inspirations and helps define the conversation between their work over the years. The individual lines of work stand alone with clear material polarity. They however borrow certain motifs inherent to their abstracted ideations rooted in biology and natural elements.</p><p>Through our own physical reflection, we are presented with a flipped perspective on a familiar and known image. This type of mirroring can be observed in the paired styles of the artists’ works: glossy, amorphous, and prismatic; matte, achromatic, and structured. The same characteristics however remain integral and constant: repetitive pattern, arduous detail, and the uncanny attraction to something that looks memorable. Each artist pulls from natural wonders in our world to fabricate a small token for adornment.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><strong>Gallery operations during the COVID-19 pandemic:</strong></p><p>Private viewing appointments can be made by contacting the gallery via email or phone. Gallery hours during this time are Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm, and CLOSED on Sunday- appointments for services are preferred<strong>. The gallery requires that all persons visiting be masked. </strong>A limited parking lot is available with 1 handicap space. On street parking is available on 3<sup>rd</sup> Avenue and 8<sup>th</sup> Street- non-metered. The MedQuarter features protected bike lanes and bicycle “parking” can be found on the opposite side of the building by the Pocket Park on 3<sup>rd </sup>and 8<sup>th</sup>.<strong> There are no admission fees for private viewings or virtual receptions.</strong></p>
4/17/2110:00 a.m.Gilded Pear GalleryCedar Rapids -
Art Exhibit: Rhythm in Bloom
<p>Gilded Pear Gallery is delighted to present <em>Rhythm in Bloom</em>, a solo exhibition of recent abstract artworks by beloved Cedar Rapids artist, Ann Royer.</p><p><br></p><p>Ann Royer is a multidisciplinary artist with more than 60 years of artmaking experience. Among her wide repertoire, Royer’s abstracts are best known for growing tendril lines, sweeping bold blocks of color, voluminous shapes filled with patterns, and sharp geometry. She says of her work, “I have always thought each person looks at art bringing with them their own experiences, which governs what they see.” Although, her inspirations do not directly link to instrumentation, <em>Rhythm in Bloom</em> is a curated collection of artworks that evokes parallels to music and pay homage to spring growth. </p><p><br></p><p>Royer’s studio is filled with the sound of symphony; more often than not, the classical radio station is playing. Intertwined is the experience of viewing the artworks and listening to the harmony surrounding them. They are inseparable in that moment, and it is difficult not to ‘see’ the music after its life begins in a gallery setting.</p><p><br></p><p>While some compositions feel like compression or expansion of a staff of notes, others appear to visually represent free jazz. It’s fun to imagine melodic monochromatics and tapered stripes acting as staccato, creating space for a key change from warm to cool. The violin plays the tendril lines, the brass section punctuates with bold blocks of color. These energetic forms incidentally create shapes that blossom with the appearance of dancing. All the pieces themselves exude a spring-like aura of new growth with luminous colors. Artworks presented in this exhibition are paintings on canvas as well as sculptures in bronze.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p>Gilded Pear Gallery is located at 808 Third Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. For hours and more information visit <a href="http://www.gildedpeargallery.com">http://www.gildedpeargallery.com</a>–or- call: 319-366-0205</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Gallery operations during the COVID-19 pandemic:</strong></p><p>Private viewing appointments can be made by contacting the gallery via email or phone. Gallery hours during this time are Monday-Friday 10:00am-5:00pm, Saturday 10:00am-2:00pm, and CLOSED on Sunday- appointments for services are preferred<strong>. The gallery requires that all persons visiting be masked. </strong>A limited parking lot is available with 1 handicap space. On street parking is available on 3<sup>rd</sup> Avenue and 8<sup>th</sup> Street- non-metered. The MedQuarter features protected bike lanes and bicycle “parking” can be found on the opposite side of the building by the Pocket Park on 3<sup>rd </sup>and 8<sup>th</sup>.<strong> There are no admission fees for private viewings or virtual receptions.</strong></p>
4/17/2110:00 a.m.Gilded Pear GalleryCedar Rapids -
Americans in Paris: Grant Wood and Marvin Cone's 1920 Trip to Paris
<p>For three months in the summer of 1920, Grant Wood and his best friend Marvin Cone traveled to Paris to see great art, soak up the sights, and to paint. This brief sojourn proved to be pivotal for both artists, enhancing their nascent interest in Impressionism and painting en plein air. While each artist discontinued painting in this style beyond the early 1930s, this trip to Paris (Wood’s first trip abroad, Cone’s second) was critical to their development. What the artists did, saw, and painted is carefully outlined in Cone’s meticulous and well-written diary of the trip, including where the artists painted on which days. As such, this diary enables the ability to date certain works to the precise date of creation. It also allows viewers to see how each artist depicted the same scene, often in very different terms.</p> 2021-04-17 16:00:00 -0500
4/17/2110:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library
<p>The Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library is open for visitors on Saturdays from 10:00 am until 4:00 PM. Research your family tree with the help of library volunteers. Appointments for visits during the week can be made by calling (319) 369-0022.</p> 2021-04-17 16:00:00 -0500
4/17/2110:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy LibraryCedar Rapids -
Brucemore Self-Guided Mansion Tours
<p>Voted a top tourist attraction in the state of Iowa in 2020, you don't want to miss this personal experience to step back in time! </p><p>Explore more than a century of Cedar Rapids history through the lives of the three families who called Brucemore home. Enjoy a self-guided tour of the first, second and third floors at your own pace. After your tour, visit the grounds at no additional cost.</p><p>Timed entry begins every 30 minutes. To allow physical distancing between groups and provide a personal, safe experiences, only 10 people will be admitted to begin their experience each time slot. Masks are required for all patrons over the age of two. Advance tickets required - purchase yours today.</p> 2021-04-17 15:30:00 -0500
4/17/211:00 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Cream Puffs and Eclairs
<p>Come learn how to make this this French classic from a Pastry Chef. You’ll learn the basics of making a classic pate de choux, including fillings and glazes for éclairs and cream puffs alike. Bring your appetites, and don’t forget to bring containers to bring home the leftovers! </p><ul><li>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.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 15:00:00 -06004/17/211:00 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Braiding Sweetgrass Walking Book Club
<p>Join us for a walking book club discussion of Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. While this event is free, we ask that anyone wishing to participate register so we can ensure we have enough discussion leaders to maintain proper social distancing.</p><p>This event is sponsored by Swamp Fox Bookstore, the Marion Public Library and Marion Parks & Recreation to foster a discussion about our connection to nature and how we can restore our community after last year's devastating derecho.</p><p>You can check out copies of Braiding Sweetgrass from the Marion Public Library or purchase a copy of the book (both hardcover and paperbacks available) from Swamp Fox Bookstore.</p><p>All participants must wear a mask and maintain social distancing guidelines. Depending on the weather, you may wish to bring water, bug spray, or sunscreen. You are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes.</p> 2021-03-02 15:00:00 -0600
4/17/212:00 p.m.Lowe Park Arts & Environment CenterMarion -
Love Letters
<p dir="ltr">Andrew Makepeace Ladd III and Melissa Gardner, both born to wealth and position, are childhood friends whose lifelong correspondence begins with birthday party thank-you notes and summer camp postcards and continues through a lifetime. </p><p><br></p><p dir="ltr">Romantically attached, they continue to exchange letters through the boarding school and college years-where Andy goes on to excel at Yale and law school, while Melissa flunks out of a series of "good schools." While Andy is off at war Melissa marries, but her attachment to Andy remains strong and she continues to keep in touch as he marries, becomes a successful attorney, gets involved in politics and, eventually, is elected to the U.S. Senate. Meanwhile, her marriage in tatters, Melissa dabbles in art and gigolos, drinks more than she should, and becomes estranged from her children. Eventually she and Andy do become involved and it makes it eloquently clear how much they really meant, and gave to, each other over the years-physically apart, perhaps, but spiritually as close as only true lovers can be.</p> 2021-03-24 20:30:00 -0500
4/17/217:00 p.m.Waterloo Community PlayhouseWaterloo -
Sonnets for an Old Century by José Rivera
<p>In a land of unimaginable distance, can a stories forge connection? Can a life be encompassed in the space of a sonnet? A cast of twenty-three attempts to give voice to the meaning of their existence in José Rivera’s riveting quiltwork drama, inescapably modern with echoes of <em>Spoon River Anthology</em>.<br><br>A diverse kaleidoscope of expressions on what it means to be alive, from the Academy Award-nominated writer of <em>The Motorcycle Diaries. </em><br><br>Tickets: $15 adults, $10 students. Riverdog members stream for FREE. Reserve now at www.riversidetheatre.org/buy-tickets.<br><br>Featuring: Art Roche | Luli Gomez Teruel | Kristy Hartsgrove Mooers | Tierra Plowden | Rachel Howell | Chris Okiishi | Rachael Lindhart | John William Watkins | Karlē Meyers | Deven Vera | Aaron Weiner | Mary Jane Claassen | Patrick DuLaney | Sarah Hinzman | Crystal Marie Stewart | Tad Paulson | Kristen DeGrazia | Barrington Vaxter | Octavius Lanier | Mia Fryvecind Gimenez | Britny Horton | Diviin Huff | Noel VanDenBosch<br><br>Production Design/Model Craftsperson: S. Benjamin Farrar<br>Costume Design: Zamora Simmons<br>Sound Design: Gabriel Clausen<br>Stage Manager: Olivia Leslie<br>Film/Editing: Rob Merritt<br>Technical Director: Chris Rich<br>Associate Director: Crystal Marie Stewart<br>Directed by Adam Knight</p> 2021-04-17 21:15:00 -05004/17/217:30 p.m.Riverside TheatreIowa City -
UI Dance presents Franklin + Madden Thesis Concert
<p><strong>Franklin + Madden Dance Thesis Concert</strong><br>Saturday, April 17 at 8:00 p.m. CST<br><a href="https://virtualdance.studio.uiowa.edu/" target="_blank">virtualdance.studio.uiowa.edu</a></p><p>This virtual concert will feature works by MFA candidates Laila J. Franklin and Jessica Madden.</p><p><em><strong>Space Cadet</strong></em><br>Direction, lead choreography, and performance by Laila J. Franklin<br>Performance and co-choreography by Jaki Bass and Ianka Hou<br>In my thesis project, <em>Space Cadet</em>, I am investigating black women and women of color’s slippery presence in performance through collaboratively devised solos. I am interested in the (in)visibility of lived experience and am curious about the residues of subjugation and erasure in the body. Through this process, I am working to activate a methodology of kinetic imagination that might serve in reorienting marginalized and oppressed bodies towards new possible futures: I am seeking to activate the body as a living and reflexive archive and a futuring medium. How might we consciously and strategically tap into our kinesthetically stored and sensation-based memories and present realities and allow them to be generative in our making? How might we support each other in a practice of re-visioning, orienting the knowledge stored within our bodies toward futures that serve ours and our communities’ greatest good? In this process, I employed black performance technologies from dance, music, and theater traditions, exploring the space these make for embodied knowledge – what viscerally felt and experience - to act as a primary source.</p><p><strong><em>Between the Waves</em></strong><br>Choreography and Direction by Jessica Madden<br>Choreography and performance by Danica Clayton, Erin Evans, Michael Landez, Juliet Remmers, Jensen Steinbronn<br>This work is an examination of empathy, grounded in themes of recovery and resilience. Looking to the body as a site of embodied memory and personal narrative, my goal has been to facilitate engagement with these embodied layers of experience, and to draw upon them as a primary source of movement generation. Recovery is generally thought of as a return to normalcy, but after engaging in this area of research, my question has become: what is “normal,” especially when the event in question leaves one’s self or situation permanently altered? As Bessel van der Kolk points out, in his book The Body Keeps The Score: Brain, Mind, and Body in the Healing of Trauma: ". . . what has happened cannot be undone. But what can be delt with are the imprints of the trauma on body, mind, and soul . . . The challenge of recovery is to reestablish ownership of your body and your mind – of your self" (205). As humans, we carry the imprints of our experience and memories around with us, and recovery cannot begin to take place until we begin to grapple with, and learn how to own and carry them in a way that allows us to heal and move forward. While it is not my intention, nor my qualification, to serve as therapist or counselor in this environment, my hope has been to create space for self-directed introspection and processing within this creative research process.</p><p>Join us at <a href="https://virtualdance.studio.uiowa.edu/">virtualdance.studio.uiowa.edu </a>for this free performance. Tickets are not required.</p><p>Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the Department of Dance in advance at 319-335-2228.</p>
4/17/218:00 p.m.University of Iowa Department of DanceIowa City -
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Americans in Paris: Grant Wood and Marvin Cone's 1920 Trip to Paris
<p>For three months in the summer of 1920, Grant Wood and his best friend Marvin Cone traveled to Paris to see great art, soak up the sights, and paint. This brief sojourn proved to be pivotal for both artists, enhancing their nascent interest in Impressionism and painting en plein air. While each artist discontinued painting in this style beyond the early 1930s, this trip to Paris (Wood’s first trip abroad, Cone’s second) was critical to their development. What the artists did, saw, and painted is carefully outlined in Cone’s meticulous and well-written diary of the trip, including where the artists painted on which days. As such, this diary enables the ability to date certain works to the precise date of creation. It also allows viewers to see how each artist depicted the same scene, often in very different terms.</p> 2021-04-18 16:00:00 -0500
4/18/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Grant Wood Revealed: Rarely Seen Works by an American Master
<p>Launching the CRMA's year-long celebration of the 175th anniversary of Iowa's statehood will be an unusual look at Iowa’s most famous artist, Grant Wood. While known for his iconic American Gothic (Art Institute of Chicago) and other Regionalist works from his mature style, Grant Wood was constantly exploring styles, techniques, and media. This exhibition will bring together works from both the CRMA collection as well as from private collections to celebrate Wood’s inquisitive mind. Rarely-seen paintings will be joined by diverse metalwork pieces, drawings, and studies to construct a fuller view of Wood’s genius.</p> 2021-04-18 16:00:00 -0500
4/18/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Marquis Drop Earrings
<p>Learn to wrap wire into a classic marquis shape. Then fill the space with unique beads. This is a next steps class so be ready to take your wirework skills to the next level. Instructor: Zanetta Hoehle.</p><p><strong>Pre-requisite: any wire working experience.</strong></p><p>Registration is $68 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</p><p>Beading stations are distanced, masks required, and demos done on a large screen TV.</p> 2021-04-11 16:00:00 -0500
4/18/211:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Brucemore Self-Guided Mansion Tours
<p>Voted a top tourist attraction in the state of Iowa in 2020, you don't want to miss this personal experience to step back in time! </p><p>Explore more than a century of Cedar Rapids history through the lives of the three families who called Brucemore home. Enjoy a self-guided tour of the first, second and third floors at your own pace. After your tour, visit the grounds at no additional cost.</p><p>Timed entry begins every 30 minutes. To allow physical distancing between groups and provide a personal, safe experiences, only 10 people will be admitted to begin their experience each time slot. Masks are required for all patrons over the age of two. Advance tickets required - purchase yours today.</p> 2021-04-18 15:30:00 -0500
4/18/211:00 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Love Letters
<p dir="ltr">Andrew Makepeace Ladd III and Melissa Gardner, both born to wealth and position, are childhood friends whose lifelong correspondence begins with birthday party thank-you notes and summer camp postcards and continues through a lifetime. </p><p><br></p><p dir="ltr">Romantically attached, they continue to exchange letters through the boarding school and college years-where Andy goes on to excel at Yale and law school, while Melissa flunks out of a series of "good schools." While Andy is off at war Melissa marries, but her attachment to Andy remains strong and she continues to keep in touch as he marries, becomes a successful attorney, gets involved in politics and, eventually, is elected to the U.S. Senate. Meanwhile, her marriage in tatters, Melissa dabbles in art and gigolos, drinks more than she should, and becomes estranged from her children. Eventually she and Andy do become involved and it makes it eloquently clear how much they really meant, and gave to, each other over the years-physically apart, perhaps, but spiritually as close as only true lovers can be.</p> 2021-03-24 15:30:00 -0500
4/18/212:00 p.m.Waterloo Community PlayhouseWaterloo -
Sonnets for an Old Century by José Rivera
<p>In a land of unimaginable distance, can a stories forge connection? Can a life be encompassed in the space of a sonnet? A cast of twenty-three attempts to give voice to the meaning of their existence in José Rivera’s riveting quiltwork drama, inescapably modern with echoes of <em>Spoon River Anthology</em>.<br><br>A diverse kaleidoscope of expressions on what it means to be alive, from the Academy Award-nominated writer of <em>The Motorcycle Diaries. </em><br><br>Tickets: $15 adults, $10 students. Riverdog members stream for FREE. Reserve now at www.riversidetheatre.org/buy-tickets.<br><br>Featuring: Art Roche | Luli Gomez Teruel | Kristy Hartsgrove Mooers | Tierra Plowden | Rachel Howell | Chris Okiishi | Rachael Lindhart | John William Watkins | Karlē Meyers | Deven Vera | Aaron Weiner | Mary Jane Claassen | Patrick DuLaney | Sarah Hinzman | Crystal Marie Stewart | Tad Paulson | Kristen DeGrazia | Barrington Vaxter | Octavius Lanier | Mia Fryvecind Gimenez | Britny Horton | Diviin Huff | Noel VanDenBosch<br><br>Production Design/Model Craftsperson: S. Benjamin Farrar<br>Costume Design: Zamora Simmons<br>Sound Design: Gabriel Clausen<br>Stage Manager: Olivia Leslie<br>Film/Editing: Rob Merritt<br>Technical Director: Chris Rich<br>Associate Director: Crystal Marie Stewart<br>Directed by Adam Knight</p> 2021-04-18 21:15:00 -05004/18/217:30 p.m.Riverside TheatreIowa City -
Online painting - FireFly - Cork N Canvas Iowa
<p>Paint with us Online, the Cactus painting. Join us for an Online Painting Class. RSVP at least 2 hours before class starts if you are attending class so I can prep the studio, get the cameras ready and send you the zoom class. Right now we can't meet up at our regular locations, but we can paint Online, think of it virtual Cork N Canvas Iowa classes from the comfort of your home. Classes are about 2 hours long. For tickets & Supplies Click here: <a href="https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.square.site/?fbclid=IwAR2q9sUvyALox1rZYBRyPwyazEDuLHSoYSWwpnBfeKyZ2jidDXtv-gU48ck" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.square.site/</a><br>- Canvas 12x12 Inch $3.50<br>- Canvas 16x20 Inch $5.00<br>- Paint 1 oz containers 5 colors of your choice $5.00 (almost any color under the sun). Each additional color $1.00 per 1 oz size. Most painting as between 5 to 8 colors, just ask if you have any questions.<br>- Ticket for class $20 Per Person<br>- Bushes $10 new or $6 used<br>- Also you need: Paper plate, cup to rise out bushes, paper towel, computer/tablet/phone</p><p>Sip & Paint from the comfort of your own HOME! Pick the $150 or $140 kit size, 16x20 canvas or 12x12 canvas, 5 classes or 7 classes, breaks down to $30 per class or $20 per class and you don't even have to put on pants or a bra to paint, Shirts are recommended. FREE SHIPPING <a href="https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.square.site/?fbclid=IwAR3txU3XyRIQyHU9lmNXcPMuDpPKSmNdF0U5MHiGYZTHl8-yHQT50YxT4mE" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.square.site/</a> (shipping takes 5 to 7 days)</p> 2021-03-25 20:30:00 -0500
4/19/216:30 p.m.Cork N Canvas IowaCedar Rapids -
Americans in Paris: Grant Wood and Marvin Cone's 1920 Trip to Paris
<p>For three months in the summer of 1920, Grant Wood and his best friend Marvin Cone traveled to Paris to see great art, soak up the sights, and paint. This brief sojourn proved to be pivotal for both artists, enhancing their nascent interest in Impressionism and painting en plein air. While each artist discontinued painting in this style beyond the early 1930s, this trip to Paris (Wood’s first trip abroad, Cone’s second) was critical to their development. What the artists did, saw, and painted is carefully outlined in Cone’s meticulous and well-written diary of the trip, including where the artists painted on which days. As such, this diary enables the ability to date certain works to the precise date of creation. It also allows viewers to see how each artist depicted the same scene, often in very different terms.</p> 2021-04-20 16:00:00 -0500
4/20/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Grant Wood Revealed: Rarely Seen Works by an American Master
<p>Launching the CRMA's year-long celebration of the 175th anniversary of Iowa's statehood will be an unusual look at Iowa’s most famous artist, Grant Wood. While known for his iconic American Gothic (Art Institute of Chicago) and other Regionalist works from his mature style, Grant Wood was constantly exploring styles, techniques, and media. This exhibition will bring together works from both the CRMA collection as well as from private collections to celebrate Wood’s inquisitive mind. Rarely-seen paintings will be joined by diverse metalwork pieces, drawings, and studies to construct a fuller view of Wood’s genius.</p> 2021-04-20 16:00:00 -0500
4/20/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Wrapped Necklace/Bracelet through Kirkwood Community College
<p>Use a crochet hook to make slip knots for this versatile piece of jewelry. It can be worn as three different styles of necklace or wrapped around your wrist multiple times. The beads are Chinese jade in three sizes on walnut brown waxed linen. Make it a bit longer and you have a cute belt for a summer dress. No experience needed.</p><p><strong><em> </em></strong><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>$</strong><strong>30 instructor fee/$30 materials fee.</strong></p> 2021-04-11 16:00:00 -0500
4/20/211:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Meet the Author - Peter Looney
<p>Join us for a FB Live event featuring Peter Looney!</p><p>From Peter:<br>When I was a little kid growing up on the farm, the eight of us would pile into the car and make the occasional special trip into Cedar Rapids. Picture a skinny little kid, on an older sister's lap, nose pressed up against the car window, gazing in wonder at the tall buildings. And look at all these people – there must be HUNDREDS of them!</p><p>Later, as an adult living in Cedar Rapids with my own family, I'd wonder about all the landmarks I kept hearing about – the Majestic, the Allison, the Montrose, the Masonic Temple, the Union Depot, Star Wagon – where had they been? Where did they go? What's there now?</p><p>That island in the middle of the river, in the heart of downtown – why are there buildings on it? Did there REALLY used to be a roller coaster on it? I'd hear about this outdoor movie theater, only it was a walk-in, not a drive-in. And all these other grand old theaters, and crazy dance halls, and magnificent hotels, and I'd hear people talk about four different amusement parks, and five different racetracks. Where were they, and when were they there, and WHERE DID THEY GO???</p><p>So I started collecting old pictures that I'd come across, in newspapers, magazines, books, and eventually, on the internet. I'd study them with a magnifying glass. I made lists of those old places, and their addresses, and the years they were there, and what was there before them, and what is there now. Followed by hundreds and hundreds of hours probing and researching old newspapers, phone books, and city directories, to find accurate dates of existence and operation... resulting in a book, Lost Cedar Rapids.</p>
4/20/216:30 p.m.The History CenterCedar Rapids -
Braiding Sweetgrass Walking Book Club
<p>Join us for a walking book club discussion of Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. While this event is free, we ask that anyone wishing to participate register so we can ensure we have enough discussion leaders to maintain proper social distancing.</p><p>This event is sponsored by Swamp Fox Bookstore, the Marion Public Library and Marion Parks & Recreation to foster a discussion about our connection to nature and how we can restore our community after last year's devastating derecho.</p><p>You can check out copies of Braiding Sweetgrass from the Marion Public Library or purchase a copy of the book (both hardcover and paperbacks available) from Swamp Fox Bookstore.</p><p>All participants must wear a mask and maintain social distancing guidelines. Depending on the weather, you may wish to bring water, bug spray, or sunscreen. You are encouraged to wear comfortable shoes.</p> 2021-03-02 11:00:00 -0600
4/21/2110:00 a.m.Lowe Park Arts & Environment CenterMarion -
Braiding Sweetgrass Virtual Book Discussion
<p>Join us for a virtual book club discussion of Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer. Each week we will be discussion a different section of the book.</p><p>Wednesday, April 7- Part 1: Planting Sweetgrass<br>Wednesday, April 14 - Part 2: Tending Sweetgrass<br>Wednesday, April 21 - Part 3: Picking Sweetgrass<br>Wednesday, April 28 - Part 4: Braiding Sweetgrass and Part 5: Burning Sweetgrass</p><p>While these events are free, we ask that anyone wishing to participate register so we can ensure we have enough discussion leaders.</p><p>This event is sponsored by Swamp Fox Bookstore, the Marion Public Library and Marion Parks & Recreation to foster a discussion about our connection to nature and how we can restore our community after last year's devastating derecho.</p><p>You can check out copies of Braiding Sweetgrass from the Marion Public Library or purchase a copy of the book (both hardcover and paperbacks available) from Swamp Fox Bookstore.</p> 2021-04-21 13:00:00 -0500
4/21/2112:00 p.m.Swamp Fox BookstoreMarion -
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Americans in Paris: Grant Wood and Marvin Cone's 1920 Trip to Paris
<p>For three months in the summer of 1920, Grant Wood and his best friend Marvin Cone traveled to Paris to see great art, soak up the sights, and paint. This brief sojourn proved to be pivotal for both artists, enhancing their nascent interest in Impressionism and painting en plein air. While each artist discontinued painting in this style beyond the early 1930s, this trip to Paris (Wood’s first trip abroad, Cone’s second) was critical to their development. What the artists did, saw, and painted is carefully outlined in Cone’s meticulous and well-written diary of the trip, including where the artists painted on which days. As such, this diary enables the ability to date certain works to the precise date of creation. It also allows viewers to see how each artist depicted the same scene, often in very different terms.</p> 2021-04-21 16:00:00 -0500
4/21/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Grant Wood Revealed: Rarely Seen Works by an American Master
<p>Launching the CRMA's year-long celebration of the 175th anniversary of Iowa's statehood will be an unusual look at Iowa’s most famous artist, Grant Wood. While known for his iconic American Gothic (Art Institute of Chicago) and other Regionalist works from his mature style, Grant Wood was constantly exploring styles, techniques, and media. This exhibition will bring together works from both the CRMA collection as well as from private collections to celebrate Wood’s inquisitive mind. Rarely-seen paintings will be joined by diverse metalwork pieces, drawings, and studies to construct a fuller view of Wood’s genius.</p> 2021-04-21 16:00:00 -0500
4/21/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Filet Mignon with Demi-Glace Sauce and Fondant Potatoes
<p>Do you want to spend an evening in a fine-dining French restaurant and order the best possible meal? This class will let you do so from the comfort of your home! You will learn how to prepare and cook the best cut of beef, filet mignon, which will be served with scrumptious fondant potatoes. And this will all be elevated with an outstanding earthy wine sauce, called demi-glace. Our chef will lead you step-by-step through all parts of the preparation of this meal, and your efforts will be rewarded with a master-chef-quality meal! </p><ul><li>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.</li></ul> 2021-01-14 20:30:00 -06004/21/215:00 p.m.Kirkwood Kitchen at NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Valašsky Frgal: large kolach
<p>Most of Czech food lovers have heard about kolaches. In this class, you will be introduced to a version that is not so commonly known in the U.S., but it is incredibly delicious and popular in the Czech Republic and Slovakia. Valassky frgal has a shape like a pizza, but the dough is clearly a special kolach dough. The topping is usually at least 50% of all kolach, so if you like a lot of toppings, this will be your favorite. The final touch is a delicate topping of streusel that will bring this kolach to perfection. Part of this class will be the preparation of fillings from scratch: plum and pear.</p><p><strong>Note:</strong> Suitable for vegetarians.</p><p><br></p><p>Our popular virtual cooking classes are back! Cook and eat an authentic Czech and Slovak dish from the comfort of your home. Join us on Zoom and learn from Czech-born Chef Tom Slepicka in these hands-on, interactive classes.</p><p>Slepicka graduated from culinary school in his hometown, Brno, located in the Czech Republic. While still in school, he established a successful full-service catering company, which operated in the Czech Republic, Slovak Republic, and Austria. Slepicka moved to the U.S. with his wife in 2014. From 2015-16, he operated the Czech Deli at the NewBo City Market. The goal of his courses is to make tasty and high-quality meals accessible to everyone.</p> 2021-03-12 20:30:00 -0600
4/21/216:00 p.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
UI Theatre presents Ascend (live stream performance)
<p><strong><em>Ascend</em></strong><br>Created in collaboration with the cast and creative team<br>Directed by Margarita Blush<br>Live stream performance: Wednesday, April 21 at 8:00 p.m.<br><br>Climb, take off, soar…<br><br>Rise to a higher point and at the same time, go toward the beginning, go back in time…<br><br>An original, collaboratively created visual theatre production, <em>Ascend</em> invites audiences to experience once again the ritual of theatre, coming together in a collective breath that transcends the everyday. Ascend lifts us up, nurtures our souls, and reminds us of the connections between everything in our world. It reminds us that life always finds a way forward; that beauty, hope, contemplation, and kindness are humanity’s greatest strengths and the only way toward a better future.</p><p><strong>Watch the Live Stream Performance</strong><br>Visit the <a href="https://theatre.uiowa.edu/production/mainstage/ascend-live-stream-performance">Department of Theatre Arts website</a> for the link to watch this performance online.</p><p>If you are unable to join us for the live stream, this performance will be available on the Theatre Arts YouTube channel beginning Saturday, April 24 through May 20, 2021.</p><p><strong>Tickets</strong><br>This event is free and will be presented online.<br><br>All performance dates are subject to change.<br><br>Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa-sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the Department of Theatre Arts in advance at 319-335-2700.</p> 2021-03-31 21:00:00 -05004/21/218:00 p.m.University of Iowa Theatre BuildingIowa City