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Linn County Adult Diabetes Support Group: Holiday Meal Planning
<p>Guest speaker will be Sister Ladonna Woerdeman, Unity Point Dietitian, Diabetes Educator</p> 2019-05-28 20:00:00 -050011/13/197:00 p.m.Mercycare Diabetes Center Classrooom 5264 Council St NE Cedar Rapids, IA 52402Cedar Rapids -
Auto Parts Swap Meet
<p>35th Annual Fall Auto Parts Swap Meet and Cars for Sale Corral from 7:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. , fairgrounds parking lot, 700 N. Maple St., Monticello. Open to High Performance, Custom, Stock and Antique (domestic and foreign parts, cars, trucks and motorcycles). Plus related items and services. For Swap and Corral vendor (space) information: Galen Muller, 853 Southhaven Dr., Monticello, IA 52310-2041. (319) 465-5119 or www.autopartsswapmeet.net</p> 2019-10-14 13:00:00 -050010/20/197:30 a.m.Jones County FairgroundsMonticello -
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'Rising Together: Protest in Print'
<p>This exhibit features artist books, prints, and zines with social justice themes drawn from the University of Iowa Special Collections and the <a href="http://www.collegebookart.org/" target="_blank">College Book Art Association</a> (CBAA) juried traveling exhibition <em>Rising Together</em>.</p><p>Through contemporary and historical examples, the exhibit demonstrates how artist books, zines, and prints give activism a visual voice and can serve as powerful agents in effecting positive social change on issues encompassing power, politics, war, immigration, the environment and more. Featured items include a wide range of editioned or one-of-a-kind book art and print activity–editioned artist books, sculptural bookworks, altered books, chapbooks, broadsides, protest signs, zines.</p><p>In addition to rare items from the University of Iowa's Special Collections, many contemporary artists, presses and collectives are represented in the CBAA portion of the show.</p><p><strong><em>Check Main Library Gallery hours of operation here: </em></strong><strong><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/" target="_blank">https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/</a> <em>Weekend hours are shortened.</em></strong></p><p><strong>The Main Library Gallery is located on the 1st Floor of the University of Iowa's Main Library. (Toward the north side of the building.)</strong></p> 2019-10-20 18:00:00 -0500
10/20/199:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
Hiawatha Farmers Market
<p>Hiawatha Farmers Market brings the taste of Iowa<br>Producers to you. Market is held rain or shine. </p> 2019-10-20 13:00:00 -050010/20/1910:00 a.m.Guthridge ParkHiawatha -
U.S. Cellular Offers Halloween Safety Tips During Device Workshop
<p>More often than not, the Halloween season is a festive time for kids that is filled with plenty of sugar, laughter and fun. However, for many parents, Halloween can be a time of anxiety, especially when it comes to ensuring the safety of children during those extensive trick-or-treating sessions.</p><p>Luckily, thanks to its high-quality network, U.S. Cellular is here to alleviate the stress that this nighttime merriment can bring. Whether it’s recommending the best app to quickly locate all members of the family or lending a hand to set up alarms on your child’s device for that check-in phone call, U.S. Cellular has your back.</p><p>U.S. Cellular associates in Coralville will host a free Device Workshop with helpful safety tips for Halloween. The workshop is open to everyone. You do not need to be a U.S. Cellular customer to attend.</p><p>“While Halloween is all about giving and getting a few scares here and there, it’s also important to be safe and avoid those serious moments of fright, especially when it comes to family and children,” said Mike Adams, U.S. Cellular’s director of sales for Iowa and Nebraska. “If our team of tech experts can guide families on how to stay safe using the latest tech devices and apps, then that’s the sweetest treat we can give to parents this season.”</p><p>Please call 319-341-6050 for more information.</p> 2019-10-05 11:45:00 -0500
10/20/1911:00 a.m.U.S. CellularCoralville -
Up All Night: The Art of the Dark
<p>From Renaissance artists painting images of the Nativity to 18th century artists depicting new scientific discoveries to Post-Impressionist painters such as Van Gogh turning the night sky into a mesmeric swirl of brush strokes, the night has been inspiring artists for hundreds of years. The dark can symbolize many things in art: mystery, solitude, fear, superstition, secrets, or death. The striking juxtaposition of light against the night may represent hope, discovery, magic, the evidence of a divine presence, or other forms of literal “enlightenment.” Historically, night scenes were a chance for artists to show off their mastery of painting light effects. Moonlight, candles, and later, electric lights against the dark added drama to the scene. <em>Up All Night </em>celebrates the night scenes in the CRMA’s collection: Grant Wood’s evocative Quaker Oats, Marvin Cone’s charming Christmas cards, M.C. Escher’s tesselated <em>Day into Night</em>, amongst others. Enjoy the look at one of art history’s oldest ways of infusing drama into art.</p><p><br></p> 2019-10-20 16:00:00 -0500
10/20/1912:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Haunted: Marvin Cone’s Ghosts
<p>In the academic year of 1938-1939, Marvin Cone took a leave of absence from teaching at Coe College and secured a studio in the Granby Building in downtown Cedar Rapids. Funded by local businessmen, Cone received an uninterrupted “year of freedom,” as he termed it, to devote to his painting. In this newfound freedom, Cone departed from his beloved depiction of barns and the Iowa landscape and turned inward, literally. He began to focus on eerie, atmospheric building interiors, painted almost in monotone. Some of these interiors began to include images of ghosts, their bodies transparent but distinct against the background. Although common enough in children’s book illustration, Cone’s ghosts are highly unusual in “fine” art. Of these paintings, Cone said that he wanted to establish, “a lonesome and apprehensive atmosphere.” In addition to ghosts, Cone also experimented with adding gloomy portraits of “Uncle Ben” to the austere walls of his interior, or simply ominous titles that alluded to the room having just been vacated by an unknown presence.</p><p><br></p><p>After initially broaching the subject in the late 1930s, Cone returned to it several times, which was unusual for him. These interior spaces and their otherworldly inhabitants called him back through the 1950s and into the mid-1960s, near the end of his life. <em>Haunted: Marvin Cone’s Ghosts</em> is a celebration of this intriguing theme and its unusual and enigmatic presence in Cone’s artwork.</p> 2019-10-20 16:00:00 -0500
10/20/1912:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Next Steps in Hollow Glass: Implosion Pendants
<p>Learn to manipulate and embellish hollow boro glass to make a floral implosion pendant. Instructor: Benjamin Revis, UI Scientific Glass Blower.</p><p><strong><em>Prerequisite:</em></strong><em> Intro to Hollow Glass Work on Oct. 13 or equivalent.</em></p><p><em>Registration is $105 and includes all materials, instruction, use of studio and tools, and annealing. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</em></p> 2019-09-20 16:00:00 -0500
10/20/191:00 p.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
The Collins Story: On the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing
<p>The Marion Heritage Center & Museum newest exhibition <em>The Collins Story: On the 50th Anniversary of the Moon Landing.</em> The greatest achievement in history, landing men on the moon, took the work of thousands, but it would have been impossible if one man, Arthur Collins, had not dedicated his life to perfecting radio communication and building the company that invented space communication and <em>has brought us the voice and pictures of every astronaut for 50 years, the Collins Radio Company. </em>Brought to you in collaboration with the <em>Arthur A. Collins Legacy Association</em>. Free Admission sponsored by the McIntyre Foundation of Cedar Rapids.</p> 2019-10-20 16:00:00 -050010/20/191:00 p.m.Marion Heritage Center & MuseumMarion -
Prairie Chapel Soup Supper
<p>Prairie Chapel UMC invites you to our annual soup supper. Choices of soup, sandwiches, desserts and drinks. </p><p>A free will donation for your meal will benefit local food pantries, homeless shelters and other mission projects of Prairie Chapel. </p><p>Good food and good people. Prairie Chapel is a little church with a big heart.</p> 2019-10-07 19:00:00 -050010/20/195:00 p.m.Prairie Chapel United Methodist ChurchMarion -
Let’s Roam Iowa City scavenger hunt
<p>Searching for an exciting outdoor activity in Iowa City? The hunt is over! Download the Let’s Roam scavenger hunt app and start exploring today! Tourist, local, or new to town, this is a lively small group activity that anyone can enjoy. Lace up your walking shoes and get ready to experience Iowa City like you never have before. Snap pics, race against the clock, and put your navigation skills to the test as you roam through Iowa City discovering different destinations along the way, City of Literature has it all!</p><p>Just a few of the many stimulating stops are: Old State Capitol, County Courthouse, Englert Theatre, Lit Walk.</p><p><br></p><p>When we said these photo scavenger hunts are for everyone, we meant it; bridal parties we’re looking at you now! Out with the old Iowa City bachelorette party ideas, and in with the new, Let’s Roam is ready to lead you to premarital mayhem! Splendid for bachelors or bachelorettes, the laughs are guaranteed as you take on comical challenges and answer tough trivia. We can’t think of a better way to bond before the big day!</p><p><br></p><p>More adventures await with all the hunts in your area: City Beautiful, Musical Madison, and Lovely Lake Geneva.</p><p><br></p><p>It doesn’t matter how many hunters you have, Let’s Roam hunts are wonderful for large group activities in Iowa City too! If you’re looking for creative corporate event ideas; you can stop right there and contact us today. Split into teams to bring out the competitive spirit and camaraderie in your coworkers and find out who will make it into the Iowa City scavenger hunt hall of fame! </p><p><br></p><p>Toot toot! Roll on into the information station right here: </p><p><br></p><p>You'll have to navigate Iowa's Creative City to find victory. On this fun-filled Iowa City scavenger hunt, explore the pedestrian malls, literary landmarks and University of Iowa attractions.How did Illinois inspire the Old State Capitol? Why were the Englert's the sweetest couple in town? Find out on this scavenger hunt of Iowa City!.</p> 2019-10-21 23:59:00 -0500
10/21/1912:00 a.m.LetsRoam!Iowa City -
'Rising Together: Protest in Print'
<p>This exhibit features artist books, prints, and zines with social justice themes drawn from the University of Iowa Special Collections and the <a href="http://www.collegebookart.org/" target="_blank">College Book Art Association</a> (CBAA) juried traveling exhibition <em>Rising Together</em>.</p><p>Through contemporary and historical examples, the exhibit demonstrates how artist books, zines, and prints give activism a visual voice and can serve as powerful agents in effecting positive social change on issues encompassing power, politics, war, immigration, the environment and more. Featured items include a wide range of editioned or one-of-a-kind book art and print activity–editioned artist books, sculptural bookworks, altered books, chapbooks, broadsides, protest signs, zines.</p><p>In addition to rare items from the University of Iowa's Special Collections, many contemporary artists, presses and collectives are represented in the CBAA portion of the show.</p><p><strong><em>Check Main Library Gallery hours of operation here: </em></strong><strong><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/" target="_blank">https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/</a> <em>Weekend hours are shortened.</em></strong></p><p><strong>The Main Library Gallery is located on the 1st Floor of the University of Iowa's Main Library. (Toward the north side of the building.)</strong></p> 2019-10-21 18:00:00 -0500
10/21/199:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
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The Wisdom of the Celts Prayer Writing Series at Prairiewoods
<p>Both John Philip Newell and John O’Donohue share their own rootedness in the spirituality of the Celtic peoples. They help us listen to the sacredness deep within ourselves, in one another and within Earth. They share their love of poetry, nature and a deep sense of the sacredness at the heart of every moment. We will journey with them by viewing podcasts, using excerpts of their work and writing our own prayers. Be prepared to be refreshed in spirit through this brief journey with the ancient Celts! This series at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) is facilitated by Betty Daugherty, FSPA, and Angie Pierce Jennings (mornings only). Feel free to enjoy either the mornings or evenings as a series or as individual sessions. The cost is $5 per session, and registration is requested by the previous Friday. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2019-10-21 11:00:00 -0500
10/21/1910:00 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Grinch Painting Class at Scrapmania
<p><strong>Grinch Face Painting Class, No experience needed-we paint along w/ you, showing you what colors & strokes to create the perfect Grinch. Class limit 15, so you get help if needed. No supplies needed! You are welcome to bring a snack or beverage of your choice. Grinch Face Class repeated on 10-7 6:00-9:00, 10-15 6:00-9:00, 10-21 6:00-9:00 & 10-29 6:00-9:00. Skill Level-Any Call Scrapmania to register 319-377-9999</strong></p> 2019-09-30 21:00:00 -0500
10/21/196:00 p.m.ScrapmaniaCedar Rapids -
Make Your Own Mozzarella and Ricotta
<p>Don’t have time to fly to Italy’s Isle of Capri to eat the best mozzarella in the world? No worries! In this class you will learn how to easily and quickly make your own fresh mozzarella (and creamy ricotta) that is better than anything you will taste this side of the Atlantic. You’ll make them with wonderful milk from a local, family-run farm, Dan and Debbie’s Creamery, in Ely. Enjoy your creations on the spot or take home to top fresh tomatoes or your homemade pizzas. </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> 2019-08-27 20:30:00 -050010/21/196:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Mindfulness for Families at Prairiewoods
<p>We continually look for creative ways to bring awareness, compassion, kindness, peace and tranquility into our homes. These monthly opportunities at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) are for parents and children from kindergarten through grade 12 to attend together. We will focus on simple, mindful practices to create peaceful awareness in the parent, child and home. Facilitators Kim Seward, BSN, RN, CMI (Certified Mindfulness Instructor), and Ann Jackson, PBVM, will guide us to explore and engage fun mindfulness activities to do together as a family. Practicing foundational aspects of mindful awareness—noticing senses, emotions and thoughts in fun and practical ways—will cultivate awareness, a greater understanding of emotions, kindness and compassion in all relationships, especially the parent-child relationship. As parents and children attend these sessions together, they will build a comprehensive mindfulness toolkit to use for future family enjoyment. Monthly themes include Foundation of Breath (Sunday, Sept. 15, 3–4:30 p.m.), Awareness and Presence (Monday, Oct. 21, 6–7:30 p.m.), Gratitude and Kindness (Sunday, Nov. 17, 3–4:30 p.m.) and Emotions (Monday, Dec. 16, 6–7:30 p.m.). Some activities will occur outside, so please dress accordingly. The cost is $20 per family for each session. Some financial assistance is available. Each session is limited to 30 total parents and children, and registration is required by the previous Monday. (Please include the total number and ages of participants at registration.) For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700</p> 2019-08-19 19:30:00 -0500
10/21/196:00 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
General Home Maintenance
<p>This class covers the general home maintenance of mowers, weed trimmers, and snow blowers and will discuss gas oil mixes. Plumbing, basic electrical: light switches, GFI's, ceiling fans smoke detectors will also be covered.</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> 2019-08-13 21:00:00 -050010/21/196:30 p.m.Kirkwood Regional Center at the University of IowaCoralville -
Alex Kotlowitz
<p>Bestselling author Alex Kotlowitz is recognized for more than three decades of unflinching portrayals of race and poverty in America in many forms of media—print and radio journalism, documentary film, and books. The New York Public Library selected Kotlowitz’s There Are No Children Here, a biography of two boys growing up in a Chicago public housing project, as one of the 150 most important books of the 20th century. His latest book, An American Summer, offers a spellbinding collection of profiles of people touched by violence.</p>10/21/197:00 p.m.University of Dubuque Heritage CenterDubuque -
Let’s Roam Iowa City scavenger hunt
<p>Searching for an exciting outdoor activity in Iowa City? The hunt is over! Download the Let’s Roam scavenger hunt app and start exploring today! Tourist, local, or new to town, this is a lively small group activity that anyone can enjoy. Lace up your walking shoes and get ready to experience Iowa City like you never have before. Snap pics, race against the clock, and put your navigation skills to the test as you roam through Iowa City discovering different destinations along the way, City of Literature has it all!</p><p>Just a few of the many stimulating stops are: Old State Capitol, County Courthouse, Englert Theatre, Lit Walk.</p><p><br></p><p>When we said these photo scavenger hunts are for everyone, we meant it; bridal parties we’re looking at you now! Out with the old Iowa City bachelorette party ideas, and in with the new, Let’s Roam is ready to lead you to premarital mayhem! Splendid for bachelors or bachelorettes, the laughs are guaranteed as you take on comical challenges and answer tough trivia. We can’t think of a better way to bond before the big day!</p><p><br></p><p>More adventures await with all the hunts in your area: City Beautiful, Musical Madison, and Lovely Lake Geneva.</p><p><br></p><p>It doesn’t matter how many hunters you have, Let’s Roam hunts are wonderful for large group activities in Iowa City too! If you’re looking for creative corporate event ideas; you can stop right there and contact us today. Split into teams to bring out the competitive spirit and camaraderie in your coworkers and find out who will make it into the Iowa City scavenger hunt hall of fame! </p><p><br></p><p>Toot toot! Roll on into the information station right here: </p><p><br></p><p>You'll have to navigate Iowa's Creative City to find victory. On this fun-filled Iowa City scavenger hunt, explore the pedestrian malls, literary landmarks and University of Iowa attractions.How did Illinois inspire the Old State Capitol? Why were the Englert's the sweetest couple in town? Find out on this scavenger hunt of Iowa City!.</p> 2019-10-22 23:59:00 -0500
10/22/1912:00 a.m.LetsRoam!Iowa City -
'Rising Together: Protest in Print'
<p>This exhibit features artist books, prints, and zines with social justice themes drawn from the University of Iowa Special Collections and the <a href="http://www.collegebookart.org/" target="_blank">College Book Art Association</a> (CBAA) juried traveling exhibition <em>Rising Together</em>.</p><p>Through contemporary and historical examples, the exhibit demonstrates how artist books, zines, and prints give activism a visual voice and can serve as powerful agents in effecting positive social change on issues encompassing power, politics, war, immigration, the environment and more. Featured items include a wide range of editioned or one-of-a-kind book art and print activity–editioned artist books, sculptural bookworks, altered books, chapbooks, broadsides, protest signs, zines.</p><p>In addition to rare items from the University of Iowa's Special Collections, many contemporary artists, presses and collectives are represented in the CBAA portion of the show.</p><p><strong><em>Check Main Library Gallery hours of operation here: </em></strong><strong><a href="https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/" target="_blank">https://www.lib.uiowa.edu/gallery/location-and-hours/</a> <em>Weekend hours are shortened.</em></strong></p><p><strong>The Main Library Gallery is located on the 1st Floor of the University of Iowa's Main Library. (Toward the north side of the building.)</strong></p> 2019-10-22 18:00:00 -0500
10/22/199:00 a.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
Art Exhibit: Open Air
<p>Gilded Pear Gallery is pleased to present <em>Open Air</em>, a two-person exhibit of landscapes by Iowa natives: David Gordinier and Kristin Stoeffler.</p><p><br></p><p>This show brings together the work of artists who illustrate a particular style of moments in Midwest scenery. Both artists appear to have romantic or idealized renderings of these realistic vistas. The space between the sky and the earth is vast. Land reaches out to the endless horizon and the foliage seem to breathe the air that chase the clouds in that moment. Adventure and solace can be found in these paintings; the hunt for the cloud you could cut with a knife, the well-traveled path highlighted by the afternoon sun, or the colorful field within soft rolling terrain. The works themselves vary from the very large punchy style of Kristin’s and the mid-sized detailed serenity of David’s.</p><p><br></p><p>When talking about her work, Kristin mentions “My father-in-law put a bright yellow parasol on an old Oliver tractor and taught me how to rake hay, and I paint hay differently now.” She creates paintings that allude to surreal drama and heightened saturation. “The fields look different from the seat of a tractor. Rows look different after you’ve raked them yourself,” she explains. David approaches his subjects in a traditional manner, painting in a realistic style that concentrates on the way light defines an object or space. His landscape works are inspired by western vistas as well as secluded roads and wide-reaching fields of rural central Iowa. “If I live to be 120, I still won’t have time to paint all the things I want to paint.” David describes his process as “finding opulent things in the mundane.”</p><p><br></p><p>David Gordinier attended Kirkwood Community College in Cedar Rapids and received his BFA from the University of Iowa in Iowa City. He has been in group exhibitions at the Nelson-Atkins Museum of Art in Kansas City and the Des Moines Art Center. His work is in the collections of Farm Bureau Financial Services and Iowa State Bank, among many others.</p><p><br></p><p>Kristin Stoeffler received her BA in Art from The University of Iowa, but that is only part of the education that influences her work. The rest she learned from the insight and patience of the people who live on the land in her landscapes. She has work in the Lil Drugstore collection in Cedar Rapids as well as several private collections in the Midwest.</p><p><br></p><p>Gilded Pear Gallery is located at 808 Third Avenue SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52403. For hours and more information visit www.gildedpeargallery.com –or- call: 319-366-0205</p>
10/22/1910:00 a.m.Gilded Pear GalleryCedar Rapids -
Doodlebugs at the Marion Public Library: Scared of the Dark
<p>Are there creepy creatures lurking in the dark? We’ll find out in today’s not-so-scary-after-all story. You can even make a creeper to take home!</p> 2019-08-26 11:45:00 -0500
10/22/1910:45 a.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
Welcome Club Canasta
<p>Welcome Club of Cedar Rapids. Enjoy playing Canasta? If you haven't played the card game in a while now is your chance to play again. Open to women in the community. Visit www.welcomeclubcr.com to find out more about the Welcome Club or email wwc_cr@yahoo.com to contact us. </p> 2019-10-11 15:00:00 -050010/22/1911:30 a.m.Starlite RoomCedar Rapids -
Prayer Experience Series: Contemplative Experience at Prairiewoods
<p>Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) is pleased to announce a new ongoing series focused on a group prayer experience that is open to all. In October, facilitator Betty Daugherty, FSPA, will help us experience contemplation, which is both an ancient and new tradition in our search of the Holy One. In contemplation we stop our doing and learn to be; we enter into communion with the God beyond words and with our own deepest essence. We will experience the power of being in contemplation with others and sending peace and love into the brokenness of our world. Feel free to enjoy this as a series or as individual sessions. A free-will offering will be accepted, and registration is appreciated but not required. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2019-10-23 12:00:00 -0500
10/22/1911:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Up All Night: The Art of the Dark
<p>From Renaissance artists painting images of the Nativity to 18th century artists depicting new scientific discoveries to Post-Impressionist painters such as Van Gogh turning the night sky into a mesmeric swirl of brush strokes, the night has been inspiring artists for hundreds of years. The dark can symbolize many things in art: mystery, solitude, fear, superstition, secrets, or death. The striking juxtaposition of light against the night may represent hope, discovery, magic, the evidence of a divine presence, or other forms of literal “enlightenment.” Historically, night scenes were a chance for artists to show off their mastery of painting light effects. Moonlight, candles, and later, electric lights against the dark added drama to the scene. <em>Up All Night </em>celebrates the night scenes in the CRMA’s collection: Grant Wood’s evocative Quaker Oats, Marvin Cone’s charming Christmas cards, M.C. Escher’s tesselated <em>Day into Night</em>, amongst others. Enjoy the look at one of art history’s oldest ways of infusing drama into art.</p><p><br></p> 2019-10-22 16:00:00 -0500
10/22/1912:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
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Haunted: Marvin Cone’s Ghosts
<p>In the academic year of 1938-1939, Marvin Cone took a leave of absence from teaching at Coe College and secured a studio in the Granby Building in downtown Cedar Rapids. Funded by local businessmen, Cone received an uninterrupted “year of freedom,” as he termed it, to devote to his painting. In this newfound freedom, Cone departed from his beloved depiction of barns and the Iowa landscape and turned inward, literally. He began to focus on eerie, atmospheric building interiors, painted almost in monotone. Some of these interiors began to include images of ghosts, their bodies transparent but distinct against the background. Although common enough in children’s book illustration, Cone’s ghosts are highly unusual in “fine” art. Of these paintings, Cone said that he wanted to establish, “a lonesome and apprehensive atmosphere.” In addition to ghosts, Cone also experimented with adding gloomy portraits of “Uncle Ben” to the austere walls of his interior, or simply ominous titles that alluded to the room having just been vacated by an unknown presence.</p><p><br></p><p>After initially broaching the subject in the late 1930s, Cone returned to it several times, which was unusual for him. These interior spaces and their otherworldly inhabitants called him back through the 1950s and into the mid-1960s, near the end of his life. <em>Haunted: Marvin Cone’s Ghosts</em> is a celebration of this intriguing theme and its unusual and enigmatic presence in Cone’s artwork.</p> 2019-10-22 16:00:00 -0500
10/22/1912:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Craft Night at the Ely Public Library
<p>Join us on most Tuesday Night from 5:50-7pm with your favorite craft project. Knitting, crochet, scrapbooking or anything else you are working on.</p><p>We meet on Tuesdays except for the 2nd Tuesday of the month when we are having book club. Find us on Facebook for the up to date schedule.</p> 2019-10-22 19:00:00 -050010/22/195:30 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Italian Classic: Risotto
<p>Perfect your risotto technique by making two different risotto recipes in class. You will make a mushroom and a Butternut Squash Risotto.</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> 2019-08-27 20:00:00 -050010/22/196:00 p.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
The Roaming Canvas
<p>The Roaming Canvas will be painting “Thankful” at Parlor City Pub & Eatery (<a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.parlorcitypub.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR37vIsWxWjKAYKzwdKdiV_M0l3mV0Hgd5w7zyjghCBim6eogC5X6-9XtQg&h=AT2VcK-bpbmVGDkjrmtXqfdTNLi9uGh9xSK1cA3lPtxlVat4qjaRPpXdcaQdByUZmXVUQAo2VMdyF5ZxXQ0nOiD8UlHRp4HzEugC-HCKn5WPSo65naIn8IvvLoHOdI_y" href="http://www.parlorcitypub.com/?fbclid=IwAR37vIsWxWjKAYKzwdKdiV_M0l3mV0Hgd5w7zyjghCBim6eogC5X6-9XtQg" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.parlorcitypub.com/</a>). 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.<br><br>This event starts at 6:30 pm on Tuesday, October 22nd. 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!<br><br>Purchase your ticket here:<br><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%2Fparlor-city-thankful%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR02yZfsj5voqJaANG5vBSHkyseDiE4Y8NXPAoW_RpjtLQOi51m9xZK_RQg&h=AT0b1WRYoLtlGHxlybRoREpGcryzf58js_bNkLrOP7HcqT3Gn3jVBVtQ9xjMwFggA_nCiHZERlj_16349eyYTjO_MF6iWtikXqgYr-8Ssq4s9njnxyNDQ8NWSISu4LWi" href="https://squareup.com/store/the-roaming-canvas/item/parlor-city-thankful?fbclid=IwAR02yZfsj5voqJaANG5vBSHkyseDiE4Y8NXPAoW_RpjtLQOi51m9xZK_RQg" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://squareup.com/store/the-roaming-canvas/item/parlor-city-thankful</a><br><br>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!<br><br>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.<br><br>Cancellation policy: No refunds. A minimum of 24 hours notice is required to reschedule for another event.<br><br>If you have any question, please email theroamingcanvas@gmail.com<br><a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.theroamingcanvas.wix.com%2Ftheroamingcanvas%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR2lRl9-uIoRRd7ggMnEz-udkvsfKNU01jhOlop-iJ-aiQXxIETUpqEhmQo&h=AT2gB9f0sUpkpqB2VRhKoXjmOiSC4CVOiS8FK_8UrAauFdS5HujGnm67w_uKjJQOQd39ra2nGXhhoO6fxIIZwJmIZdf9Y1XS6kU8EzExG_zplKcDnMdOlisA-lJZgNZm" href="http://www.theroamingcanvas.wix.com/theroamingcanvas?fbclid=IwAR2lRl9-uIoRRd7ggMnEz-udkvsfKNU01jhOlop-iJ-aiQXxIETUpqEhmQo" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">www.theroamingcanvas.wix.com/theroamingcanvas</a> </p> 2019-08-31 21:30:00 -0500
10/22/196:30 p.m.Parlor City Pub & EateryCedar Rapids -
Let’s Roam Iowa City scavenger hunt
<p>Searching for an exciting outdoor activity in Iowa City? The hunt is over! Download the Let’s Roam scavenger hunt app and start exploring today! Tourist, local, or new to town, this is a lively small group activity that anyone can enjoy. Lace up your walking shoes and get ready to experience Iowa City like you never have before. Snap pics, race against the clock, and put your navigation skills to the test as you roam through Iowa City discovering different destinations along the way, City of Literature has it all!</p><p>Just a few of the many stimulating stops are: Old State Capitol, County Courthouse, Englert Theatre, Lit Walk.</p><p><br></p><p>When we said these photo scavenger hunts are for everyone, we meant it; bridal parties we’re looking at you now! Out with the old Iowa City bachelorette party ideas, and in with the new, Let’s Roam is ready to lead you to premarital mayhem! Splendid for bachelors or bachelorettes, the laughs are guaranteed as you take on comical challenges and answer tough trivia. We can’t think of a better way to bond before the big day!</p><p><br></p><p>More adventures await with all the hunts in your area: City Beautiful, Musical Madison, and Lovely Lake Geneva.</p><p><br></p><p>It doesn’t matter how many hunters you have, Let’s Roam hunts are wonderful for large group activities in Iowa City too! If you’re looking for creative corporate event ideas; you can stop right there and contact us today. Split into teams to bring out the competitive spirit and camaraderie in your coworkers and find out who will make it into the Iowa City scavenger hunt hall of fame! </p><p><br></p><p>Toot toot! Roll on into the information station right here: </p><p><br></p><p>You'll have to navigate Iowa's Creative City to find victory. On this fun-filled Iowa City scavenger hunt, explore the pedestrian malls, literary landmarks and University of Iowa attractions.How did Illinois inspire the Old State Capitol? Why were the Englert's the sweetest couple in town? Find out on this scavenger hunt of Iowa City!.</p> 2019-10-23 23:59:00 -0500
10/23/1912:00 a.m.LetsRoam!Iowa City