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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Brucemore Mansion Tour (Self-Guided)
<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! The tour experience has been re-imagined with safety and comfort in mind. Enjoy the splendor and history of the first, second, and third floors of the 1886 Queen Anne mansion. Tickets will be sold for timed entry, which will be scheduled every thirty minutes. Each tour has limited capacity to maintain physical distancing needs. Purchase a timed entry ticket for your group of 2 to 6 people. Advance tickets required. The grounds are available to explore for free before or after your tour. </p> 2021-02-25 19:30:00 -0600
2/25/215:30 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Teen Crafts to Go-Upcycled Art Tiles
<p>For this Teen Craft to Go: you will be making your own upcycled tile art. Each kit will come with instructions and supplies to create two tiles. We want to see how creative you can be. Each kit varies-having an eclectic array of art materials.</p><p>Registration is required. To register click <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/teen-crafts-to-go-upcycled-art-tiles-tickets-135766614599">here</a></p><p>Pick up dates will be Thursday, February 4th-Friday, February 5th. Please give the Hiawatha Public Library a call at 319-393-1414 to schedule your pick up time.</p> 2021-01-06 17:30:00 -0600
2/04/2110:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
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Teen Crafts to Go-Upcycled Art Tiles
<p>For this Teen Craft to Go: you will be making your own upcycled tile art. Each kit will come with instructions and supplies to create two tiles. We want to see how creative you can be. Each kit varies-having an eclectic array of art materials.</p><p>Registration is required. To register click <a href="https://www.eventbrite.com/e/teen-crafts-to-go-upcycled-art-tiles-tickets-135766614599">here</a></p><p>Pick up dates will be Thursday, February 4th-Friday, February 5th. Please give the Hiawatha Public Library a call at 319-393-1414 to schedule your pick up time.</p> 2021-02-05 17:30:00 -0600
2/05/2110:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Rodney Carrington
<p>Mature Audiences Only.</p><p>Rodney Carrington is a multi-talented comedian, actor, singer and writer playing sold-out shows around the world as one of the top 10 highest-grossing touring comedians for the past two decades.</p> 2021-01-13 20:15:00 -0600
3/04/217:00 p.m.Riverside Casino & Golf Resort®Riverside -
Homemade Thai Noodles with Shrimp
<p>Thai noodles take only a little bit of work and have a great payoff. We will learn about and prepare all aspects of this delicious meal including making the noodles from scratch! Come prepare this restaurant-quality meal and spice up your homemade cooking. For convenient results, we’ll be utilizing KitchenAid mixers with pasta attachments (or optionally with a manual pasta machine). Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit www.kirkwood.edu/ce or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-14 20:00:00 -06003/03/216:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
5 Ingredients or Less: Quick and Simple
<p>Weeknights are always busy, these quick and simple 5 ingredients or less meals are just what you need. Something hearty as Beef Stroganoff and a Chicken Pot Pie to something light as a Pesto Shrimp Pasta and a Sun-Dried Tomato Chicken, all you will need is some fresh steamed vegetables. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit www.kirkwood.edu/ce or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-14 20:00:00 -06003/04/216:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
DIY Doggie Treats Workshop
<p>Spoil your favorite pup with some homemade doggie treats. Learn a variety of simple-to-assemble recipes that anyone can make. Be sure to bring some containers to take home all of the treats you make. Ages 12 and up can register with a registered adult. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit www.kirkwood.edu/ce or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-14 15:30:00 -06003/14/211:30 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Artisan Bread Basics
<p>In this class, we will talk about what is going on inside a sourdough starter and how to begin and maintain your own at home. Learn what to look for in a healthy starter, how to properly feed a starter, and how to make your own from scratch. After we make some sourdough starters in class, we will try out a few recipes.</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 15:30:00 -06004/11/211:30 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Easy Suppers
<p>Would you like to prepare restaurant-quality meals from the comfort of your home in no time and with minimum effort? Even better, would you like to do all that without any processed ingredients? Learn to prepare two delicious meals which you will definitely enjoy. The first will be a delicious pan-seared pork chop served with creamy mashed potatoes, and the second will be tilapia in a creamy wine sauce served with couscous. After completing this course, you will be a master in two unique meals; and on the top of that, you will learn multiple cooking techniques and simple tricks that you can easily apply to other meals too!</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 -06004/13/216:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Schnitzel with Creamy Mashed Potatoes
<p>Schnitzel originated in Italy and by the mid-19th century appeared in Vienna, the capital of the Austrian Empire. The Viennese removed the traditional use of Parmesan and made a few other changes to the original recipe, and the traditional Viennese schnitzel was born. It is often served with potato salad, boiled potatoes, or mashed potatoes. The Czech name for this meal is "rízek", and is commonly prepared from chicken, pork, or veal. Come learn how to prepare this dish that is rich with history and flavor! </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 -06004/15/216:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Wedding Class - Level 1
<p>Don’t get caught doing the "junior-high sway" out on the reception floor. Spice up your wedding dance moves as you learn the rumba, swing and nightclub two-step. These moves are guaranteed to have you shining on the reception dance floor.This class will be held at a facility that is neither owned nor controlled by Kirkwood Community College. You will be expected to follow the COVID-19 safety protocols determined and set by the operator of the facility where the class is being held or the organization running the class and all attendees will be required to sign a release removing Kirkwood from any liability and attendees will assume the risks related to the spread or exposure of COVID-19.</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 19:45:00 -06002/02/217:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids - Dance New YorkCedar Rapids -
Club Dances - Level 1
<p>Looking for some moves to do when you’re out dancing? Learn Salsa, Bachata, and Merengue for your next night out! A partner is not required for this class. These are great dances to learn if going on vacation to the Caribbean. This class will be held at a facility that is neither owned nor controlled by Kirkwood Community College. You will be expected to follow the COVID-19 safety protocols determined and set by the operator of the facility where the class is being held or the organization running the class and all attendees will be required to sign a release removing Kirkwood from any liability and attendees will assume the risks related to the spread or exposure of COVID-19.</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 20:45:00 -06002/02/218:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids - Dance New YorkCedar Rapids -
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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.NewBo City MarketCedar 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.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Beef Sirloin Lo Mein from Scratch
<p>Lo mein is definitely one of the most popular Asian meals in the United States! Come learn about all aspects of this meal, including how to make noodles from scratch and how to prepare wood ear mushroom for an authentic flavor. To add a protein to this meal, you will learn how to prepare and cook delicious beef sirloin. Preparing this meal is always a lot of fun, and throughout the class, our chef will provide you with shortcuts and cooking tips to help make the prep work go by even faster. </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 -06004/27/216:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Classic Lasagna from Scratch
<p>Our chef will teach you how to prepare lasagna totally from scratch. This includes the preparation of lasagna sheets, making a homemade marinara sauce, and of course, making bechamel from scratch — which is typical for authentic versions of this delicious Italian meal. Also, if you want to, you will be able to substitute some of the parts of the meal with store bought ingredients to save time. Take this class and forget using ricotta cheese so you can prepare this meal like a real Italian master chef!</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 -06004/29/215:30 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Chicken Tenders with Homemade Ranch and Coleslaw
<p>Chicken tenders are a universally loved food. Learn how to make game-changing chicken tenders that will rival any you have ever tried before! And every great tender needs to be served with delicious ranch dressing, which is why we are going to prepare this dressing completely from scratch. For the side, we are going to prepare a mouth-watering coleslaw salad.</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 20:00:00 -06005/04/216:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Classic Lasagna from Scratch
<p>Our chef will teach you how to prepare lasagna totally from scratch. This includes the preparation of lasagna sheets, making a homemade marinara sauce, and of course, making bechamel from scratch — which is typical for authentic versions of this delicious Italian meal. Also, if you want to, you will be able to substitute some of the parts of the meal with store bought ingredients to save time. Take this class and forget using ricotta cheese so you can prepare this meal like a real Italian master chef!</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 -06005/06/215:30 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Artisan Bread Basics
<p>In this class, we will talk about what is going on inside a sourdough starter and how to begin and maintain your own at home. Learn what to look for in a healthy starter, how to properly feed a starter, and how to make your own from scratch. After we make some sourdough starters in class, we will try out a few recipes.</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 15:30:00 -06005/09/211:30 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Vegetarian Pasta from Scratch
<p>There is no need to incorporate meat into a meal to enjoy a great pasta recipe. In this class we will prepare creamy fettuccine alfredo with asparagus, and spaghetti aglio e olio. All will be from scratch, and the pasta will be prepared by utilizing KitchenAid mixers with pasta attachments (or optionally with a manual pasta machine). </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 -06005/11/215:30 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar 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 -06005/22/211:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Vegetarian Pasta from Scratch
<p>There is no need to incorporate meat into a meal to enjoy a great pasta recipe. In this class we will prepare creamy fettuccine alfredo with asparagus, and spaghetti aglio e olio. All will be from scratch, and the pasta will be prepared by utilizing KitchenAid mixers with pasta attachments (or optionally with a manual pasta machine).</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 -06005/27/215:30 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Beef Sirloin Lo Mein from Scratch
<p>Lo mein is definitely one of the most popular Asian meals in the United States! Come learn about all aspects of this meal, including how to make noodles from scratch and how to prepare wood ear mushroom for an authentic flavor. To add a protein to this meal, you will learn how to prepare and cook delicious beef sirloin. Preparing this meal is always a lot of fun, and throughout the class, our chef will provide you with shortcuts and cooking tips to help make the prep work go by even faster.</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 -06006/08/216:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Grandma's Kolaches
<p>Kolaches are sweet, soft and filled with all sorts of wonderful fillings. Do you have a favorite recipe? Maybe one passed down from your mom or grandma? Bring in your favorite kolache recipe and let’s make them all! Then, get your taste buds ready to taste and evaluate which recipe is the best. Come ready for plenty of hands on learning. </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 15:30:00 -06006/12/211:00 p.m.The Hotel at Kirkwood CenterCedar Rapids -
Round Glass Paperweight Workshop
<p>Come and partake in an active, artistic adventure with hot glass! You will work one-on-one with a glass instructor to create your own unique round glass paperweight out of 2000-degree glass. The workshop will start with instruction on safety, discussing the project, and colors being used. You will be shown how to make one paperweight using the various tools and equipment safely. Then the instructor will guide you through the process to make your very own round glass paperweight. Your creation will be ready for pick-up the following Monday. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-15 21:00:00 -06003/26/216:00 p.m.Kirkwood Community College, Arts and Theatre AnnexCedar Rapids -
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Signs of Spring Are Coming!
<p>By now we hope that spring is just around the corner! At least we can start feeling warmer in our homes with one of these sunny spring wooden signs. Choose between the Daisy Welcome sign or the Bloom Where You Are Planted sign. Materials fee $10. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-15 20:00:00 -06003/24/216:00 p.m.Kirkwood Community College, Horticulture/Floral CareersCedar Rapids -
Create Lovely Beaded Leaf Earrings
<p>Learn to use a two-needle beading technique with two-hole Super Duo beads to create a beautiful beaded leaf. Join the expert Beadologists from Beadology Iowa to learn the tricks to add more dimension to your leaves and finishing touches and flourishes to make it your very own. This is a challenging, yet a delightful and a very doable project. You will love the results! No prior experience needed. Materials fee $30. This class will be held at a facility that is neither owned nor controlled by Kirkwood Community College. You will be expected to follow the COVID-19 safety protocols determined and set by the operator of the facility where the class is being held or the organization running the class and all attendees will be required to sign a release removing Kirkwood from any liability and attendees will assume the risks related to the spread or exposure of COVID-19. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-15 20:30:00 -06003/23/215:30 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Round Glass Paperweight Workshop
<p>Come and partake in an active, artistic adventure with hot glass! You will work one-on-one with a glass instructor to create your own unique round glass paperweight out of 2000-degree glass. The workshop will start with instruction on safety, discussing the project, and colors being used. You will be shown how to make one paperweight using the various tools and equipment safely. Then the instructor will guide you through the process to make your very own round glass paperweight. Your creation will be ready for pick-up the following Monday. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-15 21:00:00 -06003/12/216:00 p.m.Kirkwood Community College, Arts and Theatre AnnexCedar Rapids -
Welcome and Porch Signs
<p>Come on in! Welcome your family and friends with a welcome sign on your porch or entryway. New styles perfect for Spring! Materials fee $10. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-15 20:00:00 -06003/10/216:00 p.m.Kirkwood Community College, Horticulture/Floral CareersCedar Rapids -
West Coast Swing and Cha-Cha 1
<p>Come learn upbeat dances that you can do to a variety of music like country, jazz, rock, and more. West coast swing is the smoother version of swing dance with a sexy twist, and cha-cha is a fun, flirty blend of Latin dances. No partner is required. This class will be held at a facility that is neither owned nor controlled by Kirkwood Community College. You will be expected to follow the COVID-19 safety protocols determined and set by the operator of the facility where the class is being held or the organization running the class and all attendees will be required to sign a release removing Kirkwood from any liability and attendees will assume the risks related to the spread or exposure of COVID-19. Registration is required prior to the class start date. If you have questions or would like to register, please visit <a href="http://www.kirkwood.edu/ce">www.kirkwood.edu/ce</a> or contact 319-398-1022.</p> 2021-01-15 18:45:00 -06003/05/216:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids - Dance New YorkCedar Rapids