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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Playdate with a Book
<p>During the month of February, Hiawatha Public Library invites kids to go on a playdate with a book! Check out a wrapped book and let us know what you think. Have you made a new friend? Two random "playdaters" will win prizes when February ends.</p> 2019-02-23 20:00:00 -0600
2/23/1910:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
American Visionary: John F. Kennedy’s Life and Times
<p>American Visionary: John F. Kennedy’s Life and Times brings together seventy-seven images culled from the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library, Getty Images, private collections, and the Kennedy family archives. The dramatic scope of Kennedy’s life is evident in these photographs—from his first congressional bid as a decorated war hero in 1946, his fairytale marriage to Jacqueline Bouvier in 1953, his run for the White House in 1960 and role as commander in chief, to the tragedy of his death in Dallas in 1963. These images remain as vivid evidence of John Kennedy’s imprint upon the American conscience.</p> 2019-02-23 16:00:00 -0600
2/23/1910:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
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Terra Nova: Ten Years
<p>The CRMA celebrates ten years of collaborating with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio. In 2009, the CRMA began meeting with artists who had completed residencies at the Ceramics Center and acquiring a piece of their work—often completed during their residency—for the Museum’s collection. This mutually beneficial arrangement allowed the artists to establish themselves in a museum collection and receive professional experience with curators while growing the CRMA’s collection of three-dimensional art. The exhibition will display artwork from every resident from 2009 to 2018 and both executive directors, a testament to the fruitfulness of this collaboration.</p><p>Image caption:</p><p>Will Rimel, <em>Geometry</em> <em>(Blue),</em> 2012, earthenware, 4 x 6 x 2 inches, gift of the artist, 2014.027.</p><p> </p><p>This exhibition and accompanying educational programming have been made possible by the GreatAmerica Financial Services Corporation Donor-Advised Fund of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation. Additional support has been provided by the Hotel-Motel Tax Fund, the Iowa Arts Council, a division of the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts, members of the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, and contributors to the Museum’s Annual Fund. Annual educational programming support has been provided in part by Transamerica.</p><p><br></p> 2019-02-23 16:00:00 -0600
2/23/1910:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Singing Your Song I: The Power of the Poetic Line
<p>In this workshop, taught by Anne G. Myles, PhD, we will look closely at how lines and line breaks work in free verse poetry, including such matters as the rhythms of short and longer lines, the effects of end-stopping and enjambment, of how poetic sentences work. There will be some quiet writing time to experiment or work with exercises, and time for workshopping at the end. Participants may bring in a poem they have written previously for us to look at, or share a published poem in which the handling of line interests them. Note: we will not directly address meter and rhyme in this session, but it will be discussed in next month’s workshop. This workshop is open to poets of all levels.</p> 2019-02-01 16:00:00 -0600
2/23/191:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public Library - DowntownCedar Rapids -
Tips & Tricks to Asymmetrical Jewelry Design
<p>This workshop will be a combination of lecturettes, demonstrations, and experiential learning about the various tips and techniques for designing and creating asymmetrical pieces.<span> </span>Participants are encouraged to bring asymmetrical pieces from their collection—those that work and those that don’t—to be incorporated into the conversation.<span> </span>No experience necessary.<span> </span><span>Instructor: Karen Kubby.</span></p><p>Registration is $78 and includes all materials, instruction, use of studio and tools. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</p> 2019-01-26 17:00:00 -0600
2/23/192:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Understanding Knitted Charts
<p>Take the mystery out of those charts that are in many knitting patterns. We will make some samples following a variety of charts. Knowledge of basic knitting stitches recommended. Check for further info at <a href="http://www.villageneedlework.com">www.villageneedlework.com</a></p> 2019-02-06 17:00:00 -06002/23/193:00 p.m.Village NeedleworkMarion -
Brian Fink and Angie Pickman Art Exhibition
<p>Brian Frink's paintings — whether they are landscapes, animal portraits or oddly shaped ones — contribute to a larger creative dialogue. His diverse yet interrelating styles reveal Frink's ability to render the natural world through intense observation, creative abstraction and improvisation of spatial relationships. Frink will serve as the Spring 2018 Kocher Visiting Artist, which is funded by the Robert and Joan Kocher Visual Arts Endowment.</p><p>Combining cut paper art and animation, Angie Pickman finds inspiration in nature. Intricate details and patterns in silhouetted forms are placed upon hand-cut and colored paper, creating dynamic visual narratives of animals, landscapes and constructed environments. Pickman's exhibition is supported by the Mabel Cherry Lutgerding Endowment.</p><p>Galleries are open 4:00-6:00 PM during exhibitions and are free to the public.</p> 2019-02-23 18:00:00 -06002/23/194:00 p.m.Coe College Sinclair AuditoriumCedar Rapids -
Trinity-St.James United Methodist Church Soup Supper & Bake Sale
<p>Please join Trinity-St.James United Methodist Church for a soup supper & bake sale located at 1430 Ellis Blvd NW Cedar Rapids IA from 4:30pm-6:30pm. We will be offering Broccoli Cheese soup, Chili soup, pulled pork sandwiches, and a dessert. Also there will be a bake sale with many options to choose from. All profits will be used for the Women's missions in the Cedar Rapids area.</p> 2019-02-06 18:00:00 -06002/23/194:30 p.m.Trinity-St. James Unites Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
Dundee Fire and EMS Steak Supper
<p>Dundee Fire and EMS Steak Supper </p><p>Saturday, February 23, 2019</p><p>4:30-8:00 PM</p><p>Dundee Fire Station </p><p>Cost: $15.00/12 oz. Steak (grilled by Delaware County Cattlemen), baked potato, green beans, salads, milk, and water </p><p>$5.00/Kids hamburger meal (12 and under)</p><p>Happy hour 8-9 PM @ the Dundee Bar and Grill and DJ starting at 8:30 (all earnings going to the Fire and EMS Fundraiser)</p> 2019-01-18 20:00:00 -06002/23/194:30 p.m.Dundee Fire StationDundee -
RHCR Theatre's 5th Annual 24 Hour Play Festival & Silent Auction
<p>Rich Heritage of Cedar Rapids Theatre is hosting our 5th annual season fundraiser, "Write. Act. Watch." A 24 Hour Play Festival and Silent Auction, on Saturday, February 23rd at 6:00pm. </p><p><br></p><p>The event will be taking place at Whipple Auditorium in the downtown Cedar Rapids Library ( 450 5th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa), and will feature works six original, never-been-seen plays... all written, directed, and performed within a 24 hour period. </p><p><br></p><p>Here's how it works:</p><p><br></p><p>Six writers and six directors are chosen from a sign up list. They meet the (Friday) evening before the event, and the writers draw 2 genres and a famous movie line to incorporate into their play. They then draw the director who is to direct their play and the directors draw the actors for each play. Writers have from 7pm Friday evening until 7am Saturday morning to write an original 10-15 minute play. At 8am, scripts are distributed and each cast rehearses with their director for the next 8-10 hours, followed by a performance in front of an audience Saturday evening. </p><p><br></p><p>Are you ready to hear the BEST PART? ALL of the talented directors, writers, and actors performing in this event have roots RIGHT HERE in the corridor! </p><p>-------------------------------</p><p>There will be a silent auction and social hour starting at 6pm. We have some AMAZING silent auction items that have been graciously donated by some of Cedar Rapids' finest businesses, and we will be asking you to bid on these items before the performances start and through the first half of the performances.</p><p><br></p><p>The money we raise from this auction will go towards equipment expenses, performance rights, set materials, and other necessary items to start the season out right. </p><p><br></p><p>Community support is the only way that RHCR Theatre can achieve our season goals, and we continue to look to our friends, neighbors, and local businesses to encourage and support us throughout our endeavors.</p><p><br></p><p>Thank you for supporting local artists and live theatre. We are SO excited about our season kickoff, and we CAN'T WAIT to see you there! </p><p><br></p><p>Tickets to the event can be purchased through the Eventbrite link above, or by clicking the link on our website at <a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.RHCRtheatre.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1sVNbpxjFok5fHrcvKfF1KJckIm50x0LdG543HIoXtZtOvQy-ZNQFDrD8&h=AT1q_XiPkzmutqqJJTvesBgqioTV5KrPVo29mEhVrs7XbUFyI3FaAHQa_i_OJvSpIqK_YjBPhD8EaspPqE7sEi9YSgICM-Z-cEgcjlLEAo41z-3T2AdLDyWr0D-qi7c5PA" href="http://www.rhcrtheatre.com/?fbclid=IwAR1sVNbpxjFok5fHrcvKfF1KJckIm50x0LdG543HIoXtZtOvQy-ZNQFDrD8" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.RHCRtheatre.com.</a></p><p><br></p><p>We look forward to seeing you there!</p> 2019-02-01 22:00:00 -0600
2/23/196:00 p.m.Rich Heritage of Cedar Rapids Theatre (RHCR)Cedar Rapids -
JWC and friends Performance tonight!
<p><span><span><span><span><span><span>JWC</span> performance with special guests:Here we go again! The same fellas of <span>JWC</span> that had you movin' and groovin' the last time are back at it. Jeff Weimer (vocals & guitar), Dave Arnold (vocals, lead guitar & saxophone), Paul Nugent (bass guitar), Larry Scott (drums & backing vocals) make up the 4-piece <span>JWC</span> (Jeff Weimer Collaboration). They will once again be performing favorites from the Rock, Blues, Country & Pop genres. Some originals may be included. They will also be inviting special guest performers to the stage. Stop by and enjoy a night of great music and lots of fun!</span></span></span></span></span></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2019-02-09 22:00:00 -0600
2/23/197:00 p.m.Ramsey's Wine BistroMarion -
The Academy SPS presents Ray Blue
<p><strong>The Academy for Scholastic and Personal Success</strong></p><p>presents an evening with <strong><em>Ray Blue</em></strong></p><p>with Eric Thompson</p><p>Hilliard Hill Green</p><p>and Steve Grismore</p><p><br></p><p>Saturday, February 23, 2019</p><p>7:00 – 9:30 pm</p><p>Mount Mercy University, McAuley Theatre</p><p>1330 Elmhurst Drive NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402</p><p><br></p><p>In Advance via <a href="https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=9SY62DLLQBUZY" target="_blank">PayPal</a> $10.00 (until February 22nd)</p><p>At the Door, $15.00</p><p><br></p><p>Unable to attend? Consider a donation.</p><p>Donate via <a href="https://www.paypal.com/cgi-bin/webscr?cmd=_s-xclick&hosted_button_id=Y6LAQHDZ2Q9QQ&source=url" target="_blank">PayPal</a> Or Mail to: PO Box 2842, Cedar Rapids, IA 52406</p><p><br></p><p>All proceeds go to expand programing at The Academy for Scholastic and Personal Success.</p><p><br></p><p>Click <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1TCMP_DXwlIEGmAPW-TunT1B-qDe1abt-/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">here</a> to share flyer about event. </p><p>Ray Blue <a href="https://www.youtube.com/watch?v=esctgHW-aYI" target="_blank">YouTube video</a></p><p>Ray Blue <a href="https://drive.google.com/file/d/1I9FGRo_Gq7MptvFaEeHB7JFDB5RkrrF1/view?usp=sharing" target="_blank">Bio</a></p> 2019-01-23 21:30:00 -0600
2/23/197:00 p.m.Mount Mercy University, McAuley TheatreCedar Rapdis -
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Jazz Summit Finale Concert
<p><span style="font-size: 12px;">The Jazz Summit was founded in 1992 and continues a tradition of jazz festivals at Coe College that stretches back to the 1970's. During this period, the festival has grown from an afternoon event with an evening concert, to a three-day festival encompassing clinics, workshops, a jazz band competition which accommodates almost 2000 musicians from ninety different high school and middle school jazz bands, an awards ceremony, and the Grand Finale concert featuring the jazz ensemble from Coe College and performances by the guest artist. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Tickets are available through Gage Union Box Office <a href="tel:1.319.399.8600">319.399.8600</a>, 11:00 AM-7:00 PM Monday-Friday, or at the door.</span></p> 2018-12-05 21:00:00 -06002/23/197:00 p.m.Coe College Sinclair AuditoriumCedar Rapids -
The Music of David Bowie
<p>David Bowie’s<span> </span>innovative range of musical styles influenced generations of groundbreaking music. Hear his iconic music performed as never before with Orchestra Iowa and a full rock band; taking you on a symphonic odyssey that pays tribute to the legendary musician and epic storyteller.</p> 2019-01-31 21:30:00 -06002/23/197:30 p.m.Paramount Theatre.... CRCommunityConcert.orgCedar Rapids -
Barn Dance
<p>Fee: Sliding scale $5-15; pay what you can at</p><p>the door. No registration.</p><p>Membership Not Required</p><p>Saturdays, 1/26, 2/23, 3/23, 4/27</p><p>7:30 - 10:30 PM in the Assembly Room</p><p>Everyone is welcome to the Barn Dance! Fun</p><p>for all ages and abilities. No experience is</p><p>necessary as all dances are taught and called.</p><p>There’s no fancy footwork involved, you simply</p><p>walk through a series of movements that you’ll</p><p>learn quickly with help from the caller and</p><p>experienced dancers. Even if you don’t want</p><p>to dance, come enjoy the old time music,</p><p>provided by excellent local bands. The Barn</p><p>Dance is open to all: singles, couples, and the</p><p>entire family. Lessons available 7:30 PM; dance</p><p>starts at 8 PM.</p> 2019-01-16 22:30:00 -06002/23/197:30 p.m.The CenterIowa City -
Barn Dance
<p>Everyone is welcome to the Barn Dance! Fun for all ages and abilities. No experience is necessary as all dances are taught and called. There's no fancy footwork involved, you simply walk through a series of movements you'll learn quickly with the help from the caller and experienced dancers. Even if you don't want to dance, come enjoy the old time music, provided by excellent local bands. The Barn Dance is open to all: singles, couples, and the entire family. Lessons available 7:30 PM; dance starts at 8 PM.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2019-02-23 22:30:00 -06002/23/197:30 p.m.The CenterIowa City -
STOMP
<p>Stomp is a joyful, witty, and wordless show that has been seen all over the world. An eight-member cast with energy to burn creates beautiful music and sly humor with found objects: Zippo lighters, push brooms, wooden poles, hammer handles, garbage cans, inner tubes, matchboxes, and yes, even the kitchen sink. There’s no traditional narrative; both household and industrial objects find new life as musical instruments in this unique combination of percussion, movement, and visual comedy. It is a journey through sound, a celebration of the everyday, and a comic interplay of characters wordlessly communicating through dance and drum.</p><p>www.stomponline.com</p><p>Free CyberCafé Knapp Stage Pre-Show Concert 6:00 – 7:00 p.m.</p> 2018-08-06 21:00:00 -0500
2/23/197:30 p.m.University of Dubuque Heritage CenterDubuque -
Tiny Beautiful Things
<p>Based on the best-selling book by Cheryl Strayed and adapted for the stage by Nia Vardalos. When the struggling writer was asked to take over the unpaid, anonymous position of advice columnist, Strayed used empathy and her personal experiences to help those seeking guidance for obstacles both large and small. <em data-hj-ignore-attributes="">Tiny Beautiful Things</em> is a play about reaching when you’re stuck, healing when you’re broken, and finding the courage to take on the questions which have no answers. </p> 2019-02-23 22:00:00 -0600
2/23/198:00 p.m.Giving Tree TheaterMarion -
UI Dance presents Dancers in Company: Taking Ground
<p>Presented by the University of Iowa Department of Dance</p><p><strong>Dancers in Company Home Concert</strong><br>February 21, 22, 23 at 8:00 p.m.<br>Space Place Theater, 101 North Hall</p><p>Dancers in Company, the University of Iowa’s premiere touring ensemble, presents their hugely popular home concert. Now in its 35th year, the company’s repertory explores the theme of “taking ground.” Curated by company directors Jessica Anthony and Alex Bush, this evening of dancing engages with current and historical social and political movements that bring marginalized voices forward, as well as abstract and aesthetic investigations of equity and space. UI Dance students will perform a thrilling concert and use workshops and public discussions to facilitate community conversations throughout Iowa. Don’t miss the only UI home performances from this company of talented and exciting dancers and choreographers.</p><p>Dancers in Company: Taking Ground home concert performances will include the following works:</p><p><em>Borrowed Earth</em><br>Choreography by Alex Bush, in collaboration with the dancers<br><em>Borrowed Earth</em> was developed using material created in weekly course-meetings with the entire company during fall 2018. As we explored the theme of “taking ground,” we engaged in movement research around ideas of identity and position, engaging empathy through performance, and communal choice/change. This work offers insight into our investigation of these themes.</p><p><em>Pillow talk: We are here again</em><br>Choreography by Christopher-Rasheem McMillan, in deep collaboration with the dancers</p><p><em>Sonata for Anyone Who Cares to Listen</em><br>Choreography by Kristin Marrs<br><em>Sonata for Anyone Who Cares to Listen</em> explores the myriad sources of the choreographer’s own identity as a dancer and performer. The lighthearted narrative follows the poignant journey of a young explorer navigating the stage for the first time, and the characters she encounters introduce her to the magical world of the theater. The story simultaneously reminds both the audience and those behind the scenes not to take themselves too seriously.</p><p><em>Gabriel</em><br>Choreography by Armando Duarte, in collaboration with the dancers<br><em>Gabriel</em> is based on composition by internationally known British artist Peter Gabriel. Using a colorful musical background (composed and performed by Peter Gabriel himself along with various international artists of different ethnicities), the choreography is inspired by the lyrics and soundscapes provided by his music.</p><p><em>I want to be, more aw-ware, nowww (lift)</em><br>Choreography by Tony Orrico, in collaboration with the dancers<br><em>I want to be, more aw-ware, nowww (lift)</em> is a choreographic interpretation of Orrico’s transcription of Tristan Perich’s 1-Bit Symphony (Movements 1 and 2). As Perich describes it, 1-Bit Symphony is not a conventional recording, but rather, an object that "performs its music live" when it is turned on. This beautifully dense arrangement is stored on a microchip and housed autonomously in a cd jewel case; when plugged into a speaker, it manifests sound. This activation of Perich's 'live' sound (due to logistics, recorded sound will be used for Space Place performances), and the dancers’ recall of a deeply embodied movement score, both seem to echo how the performativity of objects/forms/concepts rely on our engagement to sustain their life-force.</p><p><em>P.O.V.</em><br>Choreography by Charlotte Adams, in collaboration with the dancers<br><em>P.O.V.</em> formally investigates an intricately woven dance quartet viewed from numerous perspectives highlighting the dancer’s finely tuned cooperative abilities.</p><p><em>Human</em><br>Choreography by Brian Enos</p><p>This performance contains adult content and language. Theatrical haze will be used.</p><p><strong>Tickets:</strong><br>$14 Adults<br>$8 Seniors (65+)<br>$8 Students & Youth<br>$5 UI Students (with valid ID)</p><p>Tickets are available through the Hancher Box Office at 1.800.HANCHER or 319.335.1160 or www.hancher.uiowa.edu/tickets. </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 Hancher Box Office in advance at 319.335.1158.</p> 2019-02-23 22:00:00 -0600
2/23/198:00 p.m.Space Place TheaterIowa City -
Casey Donahew Band
<p>Texas country artist Casey Donahew returns to the club on Saturday, February 23rd. Tickets are just $20 for this all ages show. Doors are 7:30 and the show is 8:30. </p>
2/23/198:30 p.m.First Avenue ClubIowa City -
Toxic Blonde at Cedar River Landing
<p>Live rock n' roll music from <a href="https://www.facebook.com/toxicblondeband/">Toxic Blonde</a> at Cedar River Landing!</p>
2/23/199:00 p.m.Cedar River LandingCedar Rapids -
"Process Foods", A collection of prints by Craig Volesky
<p><em><strong>A delicious selection of silkscreen prints that explore the visual impact of food.</strong></em></p><p>"This is a collection of screen-printed images explore the visual language of food and is printed using process colors; cyan, magenta, yellow, and black"<br><br>Opening Reception, Feburary 7th: 5pm - 7pm<br>Regular Gallery Hours: Mon-Sat: 10am - 6pm; Sun: 10am - 4pm</p> 2019-02-23 19:00:00 -0600
2/23/1910:00 p.m.CSPS HallCedar Rapids -
Not Feeling the Love? An Anti-Valentine Date with a Book
<p>Teens and tweens, are you tired of all the fuss over Valentines Day? Then seek refuge from the mushiness during the entire month of February by checking out one of our ultra-platonic, anti-Valentine reads! </p> 2019-02-24 20:00:00 -0600
2/24/1910:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Playdate with a Book
<p>During the month of February, Hiawatha Public Library invites kids to go on a playdate with a book! Check out a wrapped book and let us know what you think. Have you made a new friend? Two random "playdaters" will win prizes when February ends.</p> 2019-02-24 20:00:00 -0600
2/24/1910:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Museum Store Artist of the Month: Barbara Bernier
<p>Museum Store Artist of the Month: Barbara Bernier</p><p>Barbara is a self-taught paper marbler and has been producing marble paper for more than 20 years. Practicality is a way of life for Barbara, so while the designs and colors are visually exciting, it is imperative that the papers also serve a useful purpose. Her marbled paper are some of the most stunning and eye-catching designs of this technique. Like any hand crafted or handmade paper, marbled paper is a unique piece of art on its own, but Barbara often uses the paper in book bindings and journals to give an elegant look and feel. Her paper has powerfully expressive images with endless possibilities including book binding, collage, journals and many other art and design projects.</p><p>Admission to the Museum Store is always free of charge, and all are welcome.</p> 2019-02-24 16:00:00 -0600
2/24/1912:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
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Power and Protest: Political Photography and Prints
<p>American politics have been contentious for as long as America has existed. Drawn from the CRMA’s own collection of photographs and prints, Power and Protest celebrates the glossy official images of political power, the behind-the-scenes work to keep people there, and the demonstrations, marches, and rallies that spoke to that power. Power and Protest was designed as a complement to the John F. Kennedy exhibition and both emphasize the role art has had in shaping the political views of our nation.</p><p>This exhibition has been made possible by the McIntyre Foundation and the Diamond V Corporate Fund of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation. </p><p>Image caption:</p><p>Ben Shahn, <em>Martin Luther King Jr</em>., 1966, wood engraving, 24 7/8 x 20 1/16 inches, gift of Peter O. Stamats, 69.11.29.</p> 2019-02-24 16:00:00 -0600
2/24/1912:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
American Visionary: John F. Kennedy’s Life and Times
<p>American Visionary: John F. Kennedy’s Life and Times brings together seventy-seven images culled from the John F. Kennedy Presidential Library, Getty Images, private collections, and the Kennedy family archives. The dramatic scope of Kennedy’s life is evident in these photographs—from his first congressional bid as a decorated war hero in 1946, his fairytale marriage to Jacqueline Bouvier in 1953, his run for the White House in 1960 and role as commander in chief, to the tragedy of his death in Dallas in 1963. These images remain as vivid evidence of John Kennedy’s imprint upon the American conscience.</p> 2019-02-24 16:00:00 -0600
2/24/1912:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Terra Nova: Ten Years
<p><strong>Terra Nova: Ten Years</strong></p><p>The CRMA celebrates ten years of collaborating with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio. In 2009, the CRMA began meeting with artists who had completed residencies at the Ceramics Center and acquiring a piece of their work—often completed during their residency—for the Museum’s collection. This mutually beneficial arrangement allowed the artists to establish themselves in a museum collection and receive professional experience with curators while growing the CRMA’s collection of three-dimensional art. The exhibition will display artwork from every resident from 2009 to 2018 and both executive directors, a testament to the fruitfulness of this collaboration.</p><p>Image caption:</p><p>April Woolsey, <em>Ascending Blocks</em>, 2003, terracotta, 13 ¼ x 6 1/3 inches, gift of the artist, 2010.037. </p><p><em>This exhibition and accompanying educational programming have been made possible by the GreatAmerica Financial Services Corporation Donor-Advised Fund of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation. Additional support has been provided by the Hotel-Motel Tax Fund, the Iowa Arts Council, a division of the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts, members of the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, and contributors to the Museum’s Annual Fund. Annual educational programming support has been provided in part by Transamerica.</em></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2019-02-24 16:00:00 -0600
2/24/1912:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Flight Pattern: Birds in Art
<p>In flight or at rest, birds have long fascinated artists. Often used as symbolic objects for particular virtues, families, or countries, birds in art can carry meaning far beyond their forms. From John Buck’s vibrant woodcut of the extinct dodo bird to Laurie Hogin’s fantastically feathered creations, Flight Pattern celebrates the great variety of avian art in the CRMA collection.</p><p>Image Caption:<br>Phoenix Rising by John Buck<br>John Buck, Phoenix Rising, 2006-2007, woodblock print, 50 x 37 inches, museum purchase made possible by the Collectors' Circle, 2009.078.<br><br><br></p> 2019-02-24 16:00:00 -0600
2/24/1912:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
The Roaming Canvas
<p>Purchase your ticket here:</p><p><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%2Fscooter-s-wisteria%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3cA-McL-dZqTMxzcZ9qctEoj7n4NEsa_OB72cafu9I8nGBWkekEmo6q0w&h=AT3Nhp9hYSdQBvbTIEWniSkgoA9-Qgr8LqjAh40JEh7UKrszhrtoV9HmP8fcDTvLkh3oTZtDtIJgtnm-crjzbYTxuRXHT9atCGsvr-Mryn4AHkotUhmHZ2Wtpu4287SW" href="https://squareup.com/store/the-roaming-canvas/item/scooter-s-wisteria?fbclid=IwAR3cA-McL-dZqTMxzcZ9qctEoj7n4NEsa_OB72cafu9I8nGBWkekEmo6q0w" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://squareup.com/store/the-roaming-canvas/item/scooter-s-wisteria</a></p><p><br></p><p>The Roaming Canvas will be painting "Wisteria” at Scooter's Coffee on Edgewood Rd. 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.</p><p><br></p><p>This event starts at 2:00 pm on Saturday, February 24th. 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!</p><p><br></p><p><a data-lynx-mode="hover" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.scooterscoffee.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2avAWxfB4OW9-DRKltd9PBwLI1cRLMzvsHzpKQm5Evylcu418loxDdyRE&h=AT3VEBfm3VazUQJm5HpQbqHb2yrn0-N2T_7_UxUhuV5EusbivgMSesUM5VsmiIx6r1PZfv_CmFQxjdWgeI2jeMJ8EUu09lQ7z1cB1bBzoezWxVoayoj7fHf2NzdhDQ8j" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.scooterscoffee.com</a></p><p><br></p><p>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!</p><p><br></p><p>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.</p><p><br></p><p>Cancellation policy: No refunds. A minimum of 24 hours notice is required to reschedule for another event.</p><p><br></p><p>If you have any question, please email theroamingcanvas@gmail.com</p><p><a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.theroamingcanvas.wix.com%2Ftheroamingcanvas%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0LRYv-BIXG_xIa5sjLFnUoCMvseIITpr_2teb7vxvH2rbZsrxNecuYGh4&h=AT3GlkknhtF1IDCRDNYqitgsfsD0cPgMGXHbgJtK7ZAPjgdaStinNS3HHik_8L6lOhu7j9W9dAYfTh156snfxOQLQGSQTs_4ykm8mjoQhxnadTViykTTvQUdO6YLnuIM" href="http://www.theroamingcanvas.wix.com/theroamingcanvas?fbclid=IwAR0LRYv-BIXG_xIa5sjLFnUoCMvseIITpr_2teb7vxvH2rbZsrxNecuYGh4" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.theroamingcanvas.wix.com/theroamingcanvas</a></p> 2019-01-05 17:00:00 -0600
2/24/192:00 p.m.Scooter's CoffeeCedar Rapids