Local Arts and Culture Events
Check out 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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Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library
<p>The Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library is open for visitors Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 am until 4:00 PM. Research your family tree with the help of library volunteers. The library is located in the lower level of the Masonic Building. Parking is available in the rear and enter through the back door. </p> 2021-08-12 16:00:00 -0500
8/12/2110:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy LibraryCedar 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 <em>American Gothic</em> (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> 2021-08-12 16:00:00 -0500
8/12/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
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Seriously Funny: American Gothic Parodies
<p><span itemprop="description">Grant Wood’s American Gothic is probably the world’s most parodied American painting, second only to Leonardo’s Mona Lisa. The fact that thousands of parodies of American Gothic exist, dating back several decades, speaks to the enduring inspiration of one of America’s greatest works of art. This exhibition—a first for the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art—will look at many of these parodies—some in the flesh on the gallery’s walls and many others digitally projected in an attempt to share the incredible reach of this iconic painting. From Bill and Hillary Clinton to Leonardo and Mona Lisa to RuPaul as male and female, these parodies speak to how this one painting serves as the basis for looking at various contemporary people and issues. Wood’s impactful 1930 painting continues to inspire “artists” of all ages and skills in a playful and humorous way that Wood would no doubt have applauded.</span> </p> 2021-08-12 20:00:00 -0500
8/12/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar 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> 2021-08-12 20:00:00 -0500
8/12/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Summer Camp Workshop: Coral Reef Summer Workshop (9P1TH)
<p dir="ltr">August 12 at 1:00 pm - 3:00 pm</p><p dir="ltr"><a href="https://iowaceramicscenter.org/event/oneday-23/">Coral Reef Summer Workshop (9P1TH)</a>: Let’s go underwater and sculpt a beautiful creation from clay. You will use pinch and hand building techniques to create something normally found underwater in this one-day workshop. This workshop is for ages 8 to 15.</p><p dir="ltr">Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids</p><p dir="ltr">Back this summer—one day Ceramic Workshops! For all ages 8-15. Drop off your kiddos with us and we will work with them to create a fun project in the studio. Cost is $24/person.</p><p><br></p><h3 dir="ltr">Drop off the kids for single-day Workshops this Summer! </h5><p dir="ltr">Our camp sessions will have limited participation and restructured for social distancing. For the safety of our campers and staff, and to maintain social distancing, the layout of the studio has changed. A dedicated room will be used for all one-day workshops and multi day camps will be in a private section of the studio. Campers will not share tools or equipment. Hand-washing time is integrated into the camp schedule, and new hand sanitizer stations will be placed throughout the studio.</p><p dir="ltr">Face coverings are required for all campers and camp staff. High-use surface areas and restrooms will be cleaned throughout the day and thoroughly disinfected after camp each day. Our camp staff will participate in additional education and training on Covid-19 strategies. </p><p dir="ltr"> </p><p dir="ltr">Summer Youth Art Camps at ICCGS–for ages 8-15! At ICCGS, we have provided art education for over 10 years through our Summer Camp Programs. For 2021, we are excited to offer a variety of 1-day workshops. In each 2-hour Summer Camp Workshop, campers will create a project using a variety of hand building skills–with help from our Summer Camp Instructors. The campers will then glaze (aka paint) their works to be fired in our kilns. Projects will be available for pickup 3 weeks after their workshop. These camps are a great option for siblings who want to take a class together!</p> 2021-04-25 15:00:00 -05008/12/211:00 p.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
Intro to Kayaking
<p>Experience the joys of nature while trying out a new exercise — with kayaking! Have you seen people kayaking on Iowa's scenic rivers and wanted to join, but didn't know where or how to begin? Learn the basics of kayaking with Eric Grodt from Up a Creek: Kayaks, Canoes, and Accessories. Together, we will discuss types of kayaks, what to wear, and what to expect when on the water. Kayaks will be provided for a pool session to try out paddling techniques in a safe environment. On the last day, we will take a river float with the Back Water Paddlers as our guides! Kayaks and paddles will be provided for the trip — all you will need is a love for the outdoors!</p> 2021-08-12 20:00:00 -05008/12/216:00 p.m.Bender PoolCedar Rapids -
An Evening with Matthew Sullivan
<p>We do ask that you register for this free event so we know how many to expect in-person and virtually. Please register at <a href="https://swampfoxbookstore.com/matthew?fbclid=IwAR0PjiwPswlfeDD86BXrPSluefMG4Ia7Mm60XXTbuNsD35n9c5IVxTeNXmM" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://swampfoxbookstore.com/matthew</a></p><p>Author Matthew Sullivan will be joining us virtually on Thursday, August 12 at 6:30 pm to share insights on his novel, Midnight at the Bright Ideas Bookstore.</p><p>We invite anyone who has read the book and would like to discuss it to meet at 6:00 pm at West End Diner in Marion. After our discussion, we'll join the virtual event and broadcast it on the big screen</p> 2021-07-16 19:30:00 -0500
8/12/216:30 p.m.Swamp Fox BookstoreMarion -
Holiday Decoration Workshop
<p>Have a gorgeous display ready for any holiday or event! Learn basic techniques to plan and construct decorative items, costume elements, and integrated theme displays. You'll use commonly available materials and simple tools to bring your vision to life and to make your events memorable.</p> 2021-08-12 20:30:00 -05008/12/216:30 p.m.Kirkwood Continuing Education Training CenterCedar Rapids -
Jazz Under The Stars - Soul Sacrifice
<p>Live Jazz returns to Noelridge Park in 2021. Each August KCCK presents four free Thursday night concerts in Cedar Rapids’ Noelridge Park. </p><p>Join us week 2 for Soul Sacrifice. All concerts are also broadcast live on KCCK 88.3 FM. </p><p>Bring your own picnic or enjoy food from one of our vendors! In case of inclement weather, listen to KCCK for cancellation information at 88.3 FM, online or follow us on Twitter or Facebook. </p> 2021-07-20 21:00:00 -0500
8/12/217:00 p.m.Noelridge ParkCedar Rapids -
Music in the Courtyard
<p>Music in the Courtyard series will return with two special shows created by Brucemore's Artisan in Residence, Gerard Estella, to present an evening to relax outdoors and have a good time. More information on our website! </p>
8/12/217:30 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Private Music Lessons - Guitar (5 sessions)
<p>Get ready to cross off one item from your “bucket list” and learn to play guitar! You’ll work one-on-one with Kirkwood guitar professor Dan Towey for five sessions to learn sound production, technique, musicianship, and performance practice. You will advance your skills through guided half-hour lessons and regular practice on your own. Registration is open to beginning through advanced students ages 10 and up. Lesson times (Zoom or in-person) are arranged between the student and instructor. Once the instructor receives notification of registration, they will reach out to schedule the lessons.</p> 2021-08-13 09:00:00 -05008/13/218:00 a.m.Kirkwood Community College, Cedar HallCedar Rapids -
KICK Camp: Run Your Restaurant
<p>Come experience a three-part, hands-on, interactive class exploring the world of restaurants, from concept to service. On day one, we’ll hold a discussion of kitchen etiquette, different types possible concepts, reading recipes, and democratic decision on what type of restaurant we would like to create. On day two, we prepare the foods we will create for our restaurant, run through a practice service. On our final day, each student is welcome to invite two guests to come and experience our student built restaurant. Participants will act in all rolls from server to expediter to chef. Ages 8-15.</p> 2021-08-13 12:00:00 -05008/13/218:30 a.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
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Summer Camp Workshop: Here be Monsters Summer Workshop (9A1F)
<p dir="ltr">August 13 at 9:00 am - 11:00 am</p><p dir="ltr"><a href="https://iowaceramicscenter.org/event/oneday-23-3/">Here be Monsters Summer Workshop (9A1F)</a>: this creative workshop, if you can imagine it, you can create it. Let’s get our monster on and sculpt something from clay. This workshop is for ages 8 to 15.</p><p dir="ltr">Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio 329 10th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids</p><p dir="ltr">Back this summer—one day Ceramic Workshops! For all ages 8-15. Drop off your kiddos with us and we will work with them to create a fun project in the studio. Cost is $24/person.</p><p><br></p><h3 dir="ltr">Drop off the kids for single-day Workshops this Summer! </h5><p dir="ltr">Our camp sessions will have limited participation and restructured for social distancing. For the safety of our campers and staff, and to maintain social distancing, the layout of the studio has changed. A dedicated room will be used for all one-day workshops and multi day camps will be in a private section of the studio. Campers will not share tools or equipment. Hand-washing time is integrated into the camp schedule, and new hand sanitizer stations will be placed throughout the studio.</p><p dir="ltr">Face coverings are required for all campers and camp staff. High-use surface areas and restrooms will be cleaned throughout the day and thoroughly disinfected after camp each day. Our camp staff will participate in additional education and training on Covid-19 strategies. </p><p dir="ltr"> </p><p dir="ltr">Summer Youth Art Camps at ICCGS–for ages 8-15! At ICCGS, we have provided art education for over 10 years through our Summer Camp Programs. For 2021, we are excited to offer a variety of 1-day workshops. In each 2-hour Summer Camp Workshop, campers will create a project using a variety of hand building skills–with help from our Summer Camp Instructors. The campers will then glaze (aka paint) their works to be fired in our kilns. Projects will be available for pickup 3 weeks after their workshop. These camps are a great option for siblings who want to take a class together!</p> 2021-04-25 11:00:00 -0500
8/13/219:00 a.m.Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass StudioCedar Rapids -
Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library
<p>The Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library is open for visitors Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 am until 4:00 PM. Research your family tree with the help of library volunteers. The library is located in the lower level of the Masonic Building. Parking is available in the rear and enter through the back door. </p> 2021-08-13 16:00:00 -0500
8/13/2110:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy LibraryCedar 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 <em>American Gothic</em> (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> 2021-08-13 16:00:00 -0500
8/13/2112:00 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 <em>American Gothic</em> (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> 2021-08-13 20:00:00 -0500
8/13/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar 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> 2021-08-13 16:00:00 -0500
8/13/2112:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Brucemore Self-Guided Mansion Tours
<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>
8/13/211:00 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Open Lab at Beadology Iowa
<p>Receive the benefit of Beadology Iowa’s experienced staff at absolutely no charge. For those who qualify, the flame studio is available for $18 for soft glass and $22 for hard glass—for up to four hours of torch time. A basic metals studio is available for $18. We hope you take advantage of this special time each week to bead, share techniques, get assistance, and create our area’s beading and jewelry making community. You don’t even have to bead—you can knit, crochet, scrapbook, quilt, read tarot cards—join in!</p><p>The flame and metals studio are also available for Open Lab on Sundays, from noon to 5pm when there is not another event in the Bead Lab.</p> 2021-08-13 20:00:00 -0500
8/13/214:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
El Kahir Basket Night Featuring Mike Flack & The Gamblers
<p align="center">Food from 5:30-7:30pm w/ Hamburgers, Cheeseburgers or Tenderloins w/Fries for only $8.00!!</p><p align="center">Music: They will be playing Classic County and Rock & Roll from 6-9 pm</p><p align="center"> Basket Night is every 2<sup>nd</sup> Friday of each month.</p><p align="center">Presently, Gamblers Band is booked for Aug 13<sup>th</sup> and Oct 8<sup>th</sup>, only.</p><p align="center">El Kahir Shrine Center is located @ 905 Tower Terrace Road, Hiawatha, IA 52233</p> 2021-06-27 21:00:00 -0500
8/13/215:30 p.m.El Kahir ShrineHiawatha -
Chris Tomlin, Kari Jobe & Bethel Music Live in Concert 2021
<p>Premier Productions brings the event of the summer in concert as Chris Tomlin, Kari Jobe and Bethel Music share the stage for LIVE IN CONCERT Summer 2021. The tour features GRAMMY®-Award winning artist Chris Tomlin, GRAMMY®-nominated Kari Jobe and GRAMMY®-nominated worship artists Bethel Music, including Brian and Jenn Johnson and Jonathan and Melissa Helser and more. Dante Bowe and Brandon Lake of Bethel Music will join the tour for select dates, as well as Josh Baldwin, David Funk and Emmy Rose of Bethel Music.</p>
8/13/217:00 p.m.McGrath AmphitheatreCedar Rapids -
Music in the Courtyard
<p>Music in the Courtyard series will return with two special shows created by Brucemore's Artisan in Residence, Gerard Estella, to present an evening to relax outdoors and have a good time. More information on our website! </p>
8/13/217:30 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Saturn Beaded Bead
<p><!--[if !vml]--><!--[endif]-->Use peyote stitch to cover a wooden bead. Learn to decrease with peyote stitch by using different bead sizes and by reducing the number of beads in each row. Embellish around the equator of bead to form the “Saturn” rings. These beads make wonderful focal pieces for a necklace and a smaller version is great for earrings. Instructor: Karen Kubby</p><p><strong> </strong><strong><em>Prerequisite: tubular peyote stitch. Call for a private tutorial.</em></strong></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> 2021-07-26 16:00:00 -0500
8/14/2110:00 a.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library
<p>The Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library is open for visitors Tuesday through Saturday from 10:00 am until 4:00 PM. Research your family tree with the help of library volunteers. The library is located in the lower level of the Masonic Building. Parking is available in the rear and enter through the back door. </p> 2021-08-14 16:00:00 -0500
8/14/2110:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy LibraryCedar 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> 2021-08-14 16:00:00 -0500
8/14/2110:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
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Brucemore Nooks and Crannies Mansion Tour
<p>Satisfy your curiosity, learn more about the estate and peek into closed rooms on this in-depth tour. Discover the architecture and oddities of the mansion. Find more information on our website! </p>
8/14/2110:30 a.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Brucemore Self-Guided Mansion Tours
<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>
8/14/211:00 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Music in the Courtyard
<p>Music in the Courtyard series will return with two special shows created by Brucemore's Artisan in Residence, Gerard Estella, to present an evening to relax outdoors and have a good time. More information on our website! </p>
8/14/217:30 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Marion Farmers Market
<p>Marion Farmers Market provides fresh produce, meats, baked goods, flowers, handmade items and more. Saturdays from 8-11 May 1- Sept 25 at Taube Park.</p> 2021-08-14 23:00:00 -0500
8/14/218:00 p.m.Taube ParkMarion -
Volunteer work day - Genealogical Society of Linn County, Iowa
<p>Do you like to volunteer, like Genealogy, or History? Give a little of your time, and join us on the first Monday of each month (unless a holiday, or bad weather)</p><p>The purpose for this day is to invite volunteers to work on library projects to preserve our precious resources. We are not open to the public., this is not a research day, but a day to help organize the library. Stay as little or long as you wish and bring a lunch.</p><p>Our monthly volunteer work day session will be on Monday, from 10–4 at our location in the lower level of the Masonic Building at 813 1<sup>st</sup><span> </span>Ave. S.E.</p><p>Parking is available in the rear. Please enter through the back door.</p><p><br></p><p>Genealogical Society of Linn County, Iowa P.O Box 175</p><p>Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52406-0175</p><p><a href="callto%3A(319)%20369-0022">(319) 369-0022</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="http://gensoclinncoia.weebly.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WEBSITE</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GenealogyLinnCo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FACEBOOK</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u><em>Please use "Amazon Smile" and our Non-Profit Organization when purchasing items through Amazon.</em></u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2021-09-06 16:00:00 -0500
9/06/2110:00 a.m.Genealogical Society of Linn County IowaCedar Rapids,