Local Community Events
The Corridor is known for its business/networking, educational outings and fundraisers. Find these, as well as great hobby and topical meet ups in the Community Segment on Hoopla.
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Save CR Heritage Spring Break Salvage Sale
<p><span dir="auto">Take a break from the home improvement stores and give your budget a break during the Save CR Heritage Spring Break Salvage Sale! Find vintage doors, sinks, lintels, wooden shutters, ladders, wood crates, heat registers, doorknobs and even a fireplace mantel for your home! Single-pane windows are just $5 and perfect for making a cold frame or mini greenhouse for your garden. Stop by from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Thursday, March 30, at the J.E. Halvorson House, 606 Fifth Ave. SE, next to Kathy's Pies. Cash or check preferred. Proceeds benefit our early-1900s home where the sale is held.</span></p> 2023-03-05 19:30:00 -0600
3/30/235:30 p.m.J.E. Halvorson HouseCedar Rapids -
El Kahir Bingo Night
<p>Bingo from 6-9 pm. Must pay for Bingo Cards. Dinner food and snacks available for purchase. Bingo supplies for sale, too. Entrance is FREE. Doors open @ 4:30 pm. OPEN TO PUBLIC.</p> 2023-03-30 21:00:00 -0500
3/30/236:00 p.m.El Kahir ShrineHiawatha -
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Lost Girl
<p>Kirkwood Community College presents our Spring Play: Lost Girl! Lost Girl tells the story of Wendy returning from Neverland where she decides she must find Peter Pan to reclaim her kiss and move on with her life. Along the way, she meets other girls who went to Neverland and learns she is not alone. We hope to see at this great performance by our students!</p> 2023-03-17 21:30:00 -0500
3/30/237:30 p.m.Kirkwood Community College, Ballantyne AuditoriumCedar Rapids -
The Human Rights Conundrum: Climate Change Interventions as Both Problem and Solution
<p>Join <em>The Journal of Gender, Race & Justice</em> (JGRJ) and <em>Transnational Law and Contemporary Problems</em> (TLCP) for discussions on the human rights implications of voluntary carbon markets and emerging geoengineering technologies developed to combat the climate crisis.</p><p>Our panelists will explore the pragmatic implications of these approaches as well as possible regulatory frameworks, nationally and internationally. Throughout these discussions, we will center global Indigenous voices speaking on self-determination and knowledge systems which are foundational to any discussion of climate action.</p> 2023-03-10 19:00:00 -0600
3/31/239:00 a.m.Journal of Gender, Race and Justice at Iowa College of Lawiowa city -
Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library
<p>The Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library is open for visitors from 10:00 am until 4:00 PM. Research your family tree with help from library volunteers. Located in the lower level of the Masonic Library at 813 1<sup>st</sup> Avenue SE. Parking is available in the rear and enter through the back door. Admission is free but donations are welcome. </p> 2023-03-31 16:00:00 -05003/31/2310:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy LibraryCedar Rapids -
Keep Us In Stitches
<p>Fridays, 1:00-3:00 pm </p><p>Location: Room 311</p><p>Join an informal group of "fiber friends" in an afternoon of knitting, sewing, crocheting, weaving, or whatever fiber craft strikes your fancy. Stuck on casting on, using a pick-up stick, what an overcast stitch is? Gather a group of your friends and find more who share your interest in the fiber arts. Conversation, sharing, and helpful support make this a relaxing break from a stressful day. Come and go any time. </p> 2023-03-31 15:00:00 -0500
3/31/231:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Friday “Magic: The Gathering” Trading Card Game
<p><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="heading 2">Learn the rules and get started playing “Magic: The Gathering,” a collectible trading card game where two players summon monsters and cast spells to bring their opponent’s life count to zero. Legacy Cards are provided – leave your own cards at home.</span></span><span data-ccp-props='{"134245418":true,"201341983":0,"335559738":40,"335559739":0,"335559740":259}'> </span></p> 2023-02-09 16:30:00 -0600
3/31/232:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Spring Bake Sale
<p>St Wenceslaus Parish, Iowa City, Spring Bake Sale. Saturday, April 1<sup>st</sup>, 8-11, in parish hall at 630 E Davenport Street. Kolaches, cinnamon rolls, other bakery items and more for sale. Enjoy complimentary coffee with the delicious cinnamon rolls and kolaches.</p> 2023-03-09 11:00:00 -06004/01/238:00 a.m.St Wenceslaus Catholic ChurchIowa City -
Homeowner Resources Workshop
<p>Cedar Valley Habitat for Humanity, Iowa Legal Aid, Horizons Family Services and Neighborhood Finance Corporation, in partnership with the Homeownership Program at the City of Cedar Rapids are hosting a Homeowner Resources Workshop at St. Marks’s United Methodist Church on April 1<sup>st</sup> from 8:30am-2pm. It is a basic explanation of how to buy a home, resources to explore before buying a home, and maintaining a home. We will also discuss some terms related to owning a home. There is a $10 registration fee and attendees must register by March 28<sup>th</sup>. Lunch is provided.</p><p>Here is a link that will take someone right to the event registration.</p><p><a href="http://www.cvhabitat.org/hrw">www.cvhabitat.org/hrw</a></p><p>Feel free to reach out with any questions.</p><p>Thank you for your assistance with this!</p> 2023-03-15 14:00:00 -05004/01/238:30 a.m.St. Mark's United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
April Fools Day Book Sale
<p>The <strong>April Fools Day Book Sale</strong>, sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Rapids Public Library, features thousands of brand new books for just $1 each. <strong>NO FOOLING!</strong> There's fiction, history, cookbooks, memoir, sci-fi, politics, health, travel, and much more! AND, mention that you read about it in Hoopla and get the best deal of all -- $10 for full box of books! (Bring your own box.) The sale runs 9 AM to 4 PM on Saturday, April 1 at The Cherry Building, 329 10th Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids -- in the New Bo District.</p> 2023-03-21 16:00:00 -0500
4/01/239:00 a.m.Cherry BuildingCedar Rapids -
Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library
<p>The Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library is open for visitors from 10:00 am until 4:00 PM. Research your family tree with help from library volunteers. Located in the lower level of the Masonic Library at 813 1<sup>st</sup> Avenue SE. Parking is available in the rear and enter through the back door. Admission is free but donations are welcome. </p> 2023-04-01 16:00:00 -05004/01/2310:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy LibraryCedar Rapids -
Free Family History Help at the FamilySearch Center
<p>Get help to start your family history. Fee premium websites and friendly volunteers. Enter at the back NW door.</p> 2023-03-15 13:00:00 -05004/01/2310:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids FamilySearch CenterCedar Rapids -
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Mesh and Silver Embellishment in Glass
<p>In this intermediate lampworking class, learn to add wire mesh and silver wire into your glass work. Both add dimension and depth in different ways. Instructor: Karen Kubby.</p><p><strong>Prerequisite: Introductory lampworking skills.</strong></p><p>Registration is $120 and includes all materials, instruction, use of studio and tools, and annealing. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</p> 2023-03-17 13:00:00 -0500
4/01/2310:00 a.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Solon High School Empty Bowls
<p>On Saturday April 1, 2023, the Solon High School Art Club will host our Annual Empty Bowls Luncheon to End Hunger from 11am until 1pm in the Solon High School commons. Guests will be served a modest meal of soup and bread in a ceramic bowl hand-made by a local student, educator or community member for a suggested donation of ten dollars. Guests are encouraged to keep their bowl at the end of their meal with our compliments and sincere gratitude. All money raised will be donated to the CommUnity Crisis Services Food Bank and the Solon Food Pantry. This year, our entire menu is being provided by local restaurants including Thai Spice, Big Grove Brewery, The Bluebird Cafe, Buff's GameDay, Stella, Frida Kahlo Mexican Restaurant, and The Bread Garden Market.</p> 2023-02-22 13:00:00 -0600
4/01/2311:00 a.m.Solon High SchoolSolon -
Transgender Panel Discussion
<p>In conjunction with Transgender Visibility Day held annually on March 31, CR Pride is proud to host a panel discussion focusing on transgender issues. Panelists joining us include:</p><p>Oliver Wenman (He/Him), transgender male and CR Pride Board Member</p><p>Aerin Kirkpatrick (They/Them): transgender educator with the College Community School District </p><p>Jennifer Tibbetts (She/Her): Investigator with the Cedar Rapids Civil Rights Commission</p><p>Cynthia Cardwell (She/Her): Parent of Aspen, a non binary student, will both be joining to share their stories</p><p>Benjamin Roberson (He/Him) Attorney at Community Law Office specializing in civil rights law</p><p>Andrew Peterson (He/Him): Member of PFLAG and background in the healthcare field</p><p>Community meet and greet starts at 130pm with discussion starting at 200pm. This event is free and open to all ages.</p> 2023-03-14 15:30:00 -0500
4/01/231:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Kaleidoscope Pendant
<p>The project is called Kaleidoscope and is a round donut shape made from pearls, crystals, and seed beads. Participants will create a pendant. This project is easily adapted for making a pair of earrings on your own. No previous experience is necessary. Instructor: Karen Kubby.</p><p>Registration is $60 and includes all materials and instruction. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</p><p>Beading stations are distanced, demos provided on a large screen, and masks are required. Demos projected onto a large screen.</p><p><strong> </strong></p> 2023-03-17 17:00:00 -0500
4/01/233:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Festival of Bands: Elementary Honor Band ConcertThe Coe College Festival Band's Elementary, Junior and Senior Honor Bands feature students nominated and selected from schools around the state. Each year, a guest composer is invited to work with the select
<p>The Coe College Festival Band's Elementary, Junior and Senior Honor Bands feature students nominated and selected from schools around the state. Each year, a guest composer is invited to work with the selected students on the composers own pieces and then conduct their pieces at the final concerts. In addition to working with the guest composer, students selected for the 16th Annual Coe College Elementary Honor Band will rehearse with a guest conductor. The Coe College Junior Honor Band will be directed by <a data-cke-saved-href="{CCM:BASE_URL}/academics/majors-areas-study/music/faculty/steve-shanley" href="{CCM%3ABASE_URL}/academics/majors-areas-study/music/faculty/steve-shanley">Steve Shanley</a> and the Coe College Senior Honor Band will be directed by <a data-cke-saved-href="https://public.coe.edu/%7Ewcarson/vita.htm" href="https://public.coe.edu/%7Ewcarson/vita.htm"> Dr. William S. Carson</a>.</p><p>For tickets, go to <a data-cke-saved-href="http://www.coe.edu/box-office" href="http://www.coe.edu/box-office">www.coe.edu/box-office</a> or call the Coe College Box Office at 319.399.8600. General admission $7; under 18, over 65, $5. Free to Coe College faculty, staff and students with college ID.</p> 2023-01-23 17:00:00 -0600
4/01/234:00 p.m.Coe College Sinclair AuditoriumCedar Rapids -
Boozin' with the Bunny
<p>This adult-only event is the perfect opportunity to grab your friends, grab a drink, channel your inner child, and have some Easter fun!</p><p>**Reservations are required for this event.</p><p>**Must be 21 or older to attend</p> 2023-02-28 20:00:00 -0600
4/01/235:00 p.m.Bloomsbury FarmAtkins -
The Unidynes and Bowman, Pickney, & Evans
<p>Wild Rose Casino & Hotel will host Iowa Rock & Roll Hall of Fame Showcase on Saturday, April 1, 2023, in the Oakwood Grand Ballroom. The showcase will feature The Unidynes and Bowman, Pickney, & Evans. Doors will open at 6:00 pm with the show starting at 7:00 pm. This is a free concert to the public. Seating will be available on a first come, first serve basis.<br><br>Bowman, Pickney & Evans have been playing together going on forty-three years. Bruce Bowman, Mike Pickney and Mitch Evans started out as a dynamic vocal acoustic trio in 1980 then added a drummer a year later becoming a full-time band. BPE anchored their song "Air Guitar" on the Quad Cities’ 97X LP and a year later "Poetry in Justice" on 99 PLUS LP out of Muscatine, Ia. The band evolved into I.V. Pauli in the mid-1980s and back to Bowman, Pickney & Evans Band in the mid-1990s. Bruce, Mike and Mitch were inducted into the Iowa Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2018. B, P, & E have been fortunate enough to build a huge fan base over the years and their shows have always led to packed houses. Joining Bowman, Pickney & Evans Band for this concert will be another great Clinton band, The Unidynes.<br><br>The Unidynes are a 5-piece roots rock band with an original “Iowa stomp” sound built on taste, tone and tenacity. First established in 1989, Unidynes was the vision of their leader Jack Spunk who passed in 2008. In 2010 three original members, Dave Schneider (lead vocals), Kevin Kash (lead guitar) and Dave Bingo Layton (bass, vocals) regrouped with Chuck Soenksen, (drums and vocals). In 2019, JC Monroe (guitar and vocal) joined the band. JC’s brilliant song writing adds a new dimension to their mix<br><br>They’ve produced four albums on CD, Once in a Blue Room, Smoke, Mechanicsville and Tale of the Comet - in homage to Jack. They’ve played many concerts, festivals and clubs throughout the region and were inducted into the Iowa Rock & Roll Hall of Fame in 2022.They mix their original music with classic covers that reflect their style and tastes. They showcase four-part harmony and great guitar playing that will transport the listener to a cooler, groovier realm filled with sonic pleasure. It’s a realm that you’ll be glad you visited.<br><br>Don’t miss this incredible event!<br><br><br></p> 2023-02-22 22:00:00 -0600
4/01/237:00 p.m.Wild Rose Casino & HotelClinton -
El Kahir Shrine's Omelet Breakfast
<p>Get your made-to-order omelets for $10. This price also includes Breakfast Potatoes, Pancakes, Toast, Biscuits & Gravy, Scrambled Eggs, OJ and Coffee. Bloody Marys and Mimosas are available for an additional fee.</p> 2023-04-02 11:59:00 -0500
4/02/238:30 a.m.El Kahir ShrineHiawatha -
Quad City Coin Club Annual Spring Coin Show
<p>Quad City Coin Club Annual Spring Coin Show</p><p>Sunday April 2, 2023</p><p>Location: The Camden Center</p><p>2701 1st Street E. Milan, Illinois- Next to Camden Park on US 67</p><p>US Coins and Foreign Coins, Ancient and Modern Coins</p><p>Gold and Silver Bullion</p><p>US and Foreign Paper Money.</p><p>79 Dealer Tables</p><p>Open to the Public 9 AM to 4 PM</p><p>FREE ADMISSION</p><p>Exhibits, Bourse, Raffle</p><p>Free Youth Coin Auction at 1:30 PM</p><p>Free Door Prizes Every Hour</p><p>Concessions Available.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2023-02-28 16:00:00 -0600
4/02/239:00 a.m.The Camden CenterMilan -
Tree of Life Earrings
<p>Learn to use copper wire and gemstone chips to create a pair of earrings with a tree of life motif. This project will be slightly different each time you do it. Great gift item for friends and family. No experience necessary. Instructor: Cheryl Weatherford. </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, demos provided on a large screen, and masks are required. Demos projected onto a large screen.</p> 2023-03-17 16:00:00 -0500
4/02/2312:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
Babygarten
<p>Join us in person on Mondays! Babygarten is an educational curriculum for babies featuring songs, movement, literacy tips, and free play.</p> 2023-04-03 09:30:00 -05004/03/239:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
All Out Rampage
<p>A rage room is a place where you can break items such as glass bottles, kitchen plates, nick-nacks, windshields, wooden chairs, washers, dryers, printers, computer monitors, flat screen tvs etc.</p><p>If you are wanting to try something new want to be able to break items that you usually get in trouble for when you were younger All Out Rampage is a place to do it </p> 2023-04-03 22:00:00 -0500
4/03/231:00 p.m.All Out RampageCedar Rapids -
A Study of Iowa City History Using Maps and Photographs
<p>Monday, April 3, 1:00-2:00 pm </p><p>Location: Room 302 </p><p><a href="https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/iowacityseniorcenter/activity/search/detail/17066?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true">Register online</a> or call 319-356-5220 </p><p>Presenter: Tom Schulein </p><p>With the aid of historic maps and photographs, Iowa City's rich history will be explored chronologically. We will begin in the 1850s, when the first photos were made and bring our study up to the present. Many views will be shown that contrast what areas of the city looked like "then" compared to now. </p> 2023-03-08 14:00:00 -0600
4/03/231:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
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Bridge to Opportunities for Older Adults
<p><strong>Planning April programs followed by Card & Board Games. </strong> During the 1<sup>st</sup> hour of Coffee & Chat we will begin by sharing ideas for May/June programs. Then stay to enjoy socializing while playing a card or board game. Decks of cards and some board games, like Dominos, Phase 10 and Clue are available. Or bring your favorite game to play with others. Space and tables available to play two or more games at once.</p><p><strong>Bridge to Opportunities</strong> meets at Four Oaks Bridge Campus, 2100 1<sup>st</sup> Ave. NE, Cedar Rapid, directly across from Cottage Grove Place and Cottage Grove Ave. Parking and entrance, including handicap ramp, are at the back of the building.</p><p><strong>Questions: Phone: 319-640-5357. </strong></p> 2023-03-15 15:30:00 -0500
4/03/231:00 p.m.Life Enrichment CenterCedar Rapids -
Card Games
<p>Mondays, 1:30-3:00 pm </p><p>Location: 1st Floor Lobby </p><p>Are you interested in playing cards? Join us on Mondays to play either Euchre or Pinochle.</p> 2023-04-03 15:00:00 -0500
4/03/231:30 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Going Inward with Sounds & Vibrations at Prairiewoods
<p>Experience sound, stillness, playfulness and relaxation through the enigmatic vibrations of Himalayan and crystal singing bowls. During this in-person hour at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) on the first and third Mondays of each month, Kathy Broghammer will lead us to connect with our inner selves through the song of bowls. We will be invited to sit or lie down to listen and just be. We will hear the sounds and feel the vibrations of the singing bowls going inward. Let’s let our souls rest and allow ourselves to be recreated! The cost is $10 per session, and registration is required. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2023-02-21 19:30:00 -0600
4/03/236:30 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
A Good Night's Sleep
<p>Tuesday, April 4, 10:00-11:00 am </p><p>Location: Room 302 </p><p><a href="https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/iowacityseniorcenter/activity/search/detail/17092?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true">Register online</a> or call 319-356-5220 </p><p>Sleep plays a vital role in good health and well-being throughout your life. In this program you will learn how sleep is affected by aging, tips for healthy sleep, how common sleep problems affect us, and information on circadian rhythms. This program will be presented by Chooza Moon, an assistant professor at the University of Iowa in the College of Nursing. Membership required. </p> 2023-03-22 11:00:00 -0500
4/04/2310:00 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library
<p>The Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library is open for visitors from 10:00 am until 4:00 PM. Research your family tree with help from library volunteers. Located in the lower level of the Masonic Library at 813 1<sup>st</sup> Avenue SE. Parking is available in the rear and enter through the back door. Admission is free but donations are welcome. </p> 2023-04-04 16:00:00 -05004/04/2310:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy LibraryCedar Rapids