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Ruffles Galore Bracelet
<p>Learn to use two-hole CzechMate tile beads to make a base from which you add layers and layers of ruffles. You won’t believe how easy this glamorous bracelet is to make. This piece uses very small Toho seed beads, so be sure to bring your reading glasses to class. Instructor: Karen Kubby.</p><p><strong>Prerequisite: Any seed bead weaving experience.</strong></p><p>Registration is $88 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><br></p> 2023-03-17 16:00:00 -0500
4/08/2310:00 a.m.Beadology IowaIowa City -
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> 2023-04-08 22:00:00 -0500
4/08/231:00 p.m.All Out RampageCedar Rapids -
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Easter Egg Hunt
<p>Join us for an amazingly fun time at our outdoor Easter Egg Hunt at Redmond Park! (1545 3rd Ave SE). All are welcome! We will have a blast hunting eggs during a huge ongoing egg hunt. Come have fun at 2:00 pm on Saturday, April 8th. This event is sponsored by Collins Community Credit Union (1st Avenue Branch) and St. Paul’s United Methodist Church. </p> 2023-03-08 15:00:00 -0600
4/08/232:00 p.m.Redmond ParkCedar Rapids -
Cedar Amateur Astronomers public night
<p>Join Cedar Amateur Astronomers at the Eastern Iowa Observatory and Learning Center for a free public night on April 8 at 8 p.m. Brent Studer of Kirkwood Community College will present "The Great American Eclipses of 2023 and 2024."</p><p>Exactly one year from the presentation, on April 8, 2024, North America will experience one of nature’s most awe-inspiring events: a total solar eclipse. On October 14 of this year the United States and a small portion of Mexico and the Caribbean will experience an annular eclipse of the Sun. Learn about eclipses—how they occur, are related to each other, and how to enjoy these extraordinary spectacles.</p><p>After the presentation, feel free to tour the facility, visit our exhibits and displays, and talk to our many knowledgeable members. Weather permitting volunteer members will be operating several of our large telescopes to view planets and other objects in our night sky.</p><p>For more information on this and other events, go to https://cedar-astronomers.org/events</p>
4/08/238:00 p.m.Eastern Iowa Observatory and Learning CenterEly -
Babygarten
<p>Join us in person on Mondays! Babygarten is an educational curriculum for babies featuring songs, movement, literacy tips, and free play.</p> 2023-04-10 09:30:00 -05004/10/239:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Bridge to Opportunities for Older Adults
<p><strong>Cyber Security and using Facebook</strong>. Don’t want to miss out on the rich source of information, connection, and community available on the web, but also don’t want to be scammed? Following some basic safety precautions can ensure your online security while enjoying the benefits of social media and online resources. Joel Huebner and Pat Meier will share tips on being safe online and demonstrate how our Facebook Group, Cedar Rapids 55 Plus, can be a means to learn about area senior groups and resources as well as staying in touch with family and friends.</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
4/10/231:00 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> 2023-04-10 15:00:00 -0500
4/10/231:30 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Journeys - Eat Well. Be Well.
<p>Journeys is a social group that meets monthly at The Legacy Center at Murdoch-Linwood, offering opportunities to share a safe space with others who have experienced a loss. All are welcome.</p><p>The April Journeys meeting will begin at 2:30 p.m. on Monday, April 10, 2023, at Murdoch-Linwood: 520 Wilson Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Then the group will travel together to the Wilson Avenue Hy-Vee for a tour and discussion about nutrition and self-care following a loss, facilitated by dietitian Nicole Johnson, RD,LD.</p><p>Call (319) 364-1549 for more information.</p>
4/10/232:30 p.m.Murdoch-Linwood Legacy CenterCedar Rapids -
April Oak Hill Jackson Neighborhood Association Meeting
<p>This month’s presentations include Gun Violence Intervention Program (Foundation 2), Cedar Rapids Police Department Crisis Intervention Team, CRPD neighborhood crime stats, SAFE-CR, Public Works and Neighborhood Services. Ask questions and get answers about city services.<br>Nominate a resident or property owner for a leadership role with the neighborhood association.<br>Note: Doors may be locked after 6:15 p.m. Take stairs or elevator to second floor conference room. </p> 2023-02-24 19:30:00 -0600
4/10/236:00 p.m.Linn County Public HealthCedar Rapids -
Prairiewoods Knitters & Stitchers
<p>Practice knitting and stitching in the company of new friends! This is a group of crafters of various skill levels who create handmade goods for charity at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). New participants are always welcome, including those who are new to knitting and crocheting. Together we create hats, mittens, blankets and baby items for charity. Grab your needles and join us! This group meets in person on the second Tuesday morning and fourth Wednesday evening of each month. The group is free, and registration is not necessary. For more information, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2023-02-21 11:30:00 -0600
4/11/239:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Digital Marketing Seminar
<p><strong>Z102.9 and CI Digital Group<br>INVITE YOU to a<br>FREE SEMINAR<br>in DIGITAL MARKETING<br>TUESDAY, APRIL 11</strong></p><p><strong>This Digital Marketing Seminar is for you if you’ve ever wondered…</strong><br><em>“With digital advertising, where should I start?"<br>“How do I drive more traffic to my website? Increase my ranking on Google?”</em></p><p><strong>Presenting digital expert:<br>Jim Lather: <em>President and founder, digital marketing agency 44i</em></strong><br>Jim has more than 20 years of experience in both traditional and digital marketing. He is well versed in business strategy, web design and development, video production, branding and graphic design, and traditional advertising.</p><p><strong>BONUS: Complimentary digital audit of their business for everyone who attends!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><a href="http://httpscidigitalgroupcom.ticketleap.com/digital-marketing-seminar--marion/">Register HERE</a></strong></p> 2023-03-10 11:00:00 -0600
4/11/239:30 a.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
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> 2023-04-11 16:00:00 -05004/11/2310:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy LibraryCedar Rapids -
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Book Report
<p>Tuesday, April 11, 10:30 am - 12:00 pm</p><p>Location: Room 305 </p><p>Facilitator: Cheryl Walsh</p><p>A book club that meets once a month for an informal round table discussion and sharing of books you have enjoyed reading. Choose your favorite author, old or new, best sellers or classics, fiction, non-fiction, short stories, or poetry. Not limited to presenters; anyone who is interested in finding new authors while exploring the abundance of reading opportunities in our City of Literature is welcome. </p> 2023-03-08 12:00:00 -0600
4/11/2310:30 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Brown Bag Event: Medication Disposal
<p>Tuesday, April 11, 1:00-3:00 pm </p><p>Location: Room 311 </p><p><a href="https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/iowacityseniorcenter/activity/search/detail/17105?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true">Register online</a> or call 319-356-5220 </p><p>UI College of Pharmacy students will host a safe medication disposal event at the Senior Center where you can bring in old or expired medications to be destroyed. We will also provide small medication cards that can be placed in your wallet. Seniors can also ask any medication-related questions or just come to chat with pharmacy students! Feel free to drop in anytime between 1:00-3:00 pm. </p> 2023-03-08 15:00:00 -0600
4/11/231:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Digital Marketing Seminar
<p><strong>Z102.9 and CI Digital Group<br>INVITE YOU to a<br>FREE SEMINAR<br>in DIGITAL MARKETING<br>TUESDAY, APRIL 11</strong></p><p><strong>This Digital Marketing Seminar is for you if you’ve ever wondered…</strong><br><em>“With digital advertising, where should I start?"<br>“How do I drive more traffic to my website? Increase my ranking on Google?”</em></p><p><strong>Presenting digital expert:<br>Jim Lather: <em>President and founder, digital marketing agency 44i</em></strong><br>Jim has more than 20 years of experience in both traditional and digital marketing. He is well versed in business strategy, web design and development, video production, branding and graphic design, and traditional advertising.</p><p><strong>BONUS: Complimentary digital audit of their business for everyone who attends!</strong></p><p><br></p><p><strong><a class="fr-strong" href="http://httpscidigitalgroupcom.ticketleap.com/digital-marketing-seminar--coralville/">Register HERE</a></strong></p> 2023-03-10 15:00:00 -0600
4/11/231:30 p.m.BioVentures CenterCoralville -
ParkinSingers
<p>Singing as a therapeutic strategy helps with treatment for voice, respiratory, and swallow impairment in persons with Parkinson's Disease. Singing shares many elements in common with voice production and targets the musculature involved in respiratory control and swallowing. Plus it's fun! Class is led by a certified Music Therapist. Person with PD and their care partner are both welcome. Held in-person and via Zoom.</p> 2023-04-11 14:45:00 -0500
4/11/232:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Metro Parkinson's AssociationCedar Rapids -
LADOS (Life After Death of Spouse)
<p>LADOS (LIfe After Death of Spouse)</p><p>A grief support group that meets the second Tuesday afternoon of each month for fellowship, support, socialization and special guest speakers. </p><p>Bonnie Fritz 319-396-4968</p> 2023-04-11 16:00:00 -05004/11/232:00 p.m.St. Mark's Lutheran ChurchMarion -
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> 2023-04-12 16:00:00 -05004/12/2310:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy LibraryCedar Rapids -
Fighting Against Fraud
<p>Wednesday, April 12, 1:00-2:00 pm </p><p>Location: Room 302 </p><p><a href="https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/iowacityseniorcenter/activity/search/detail/17106?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true">Register online</a> or call 319-356-5220 </p><p>Presenter: Ann Thompson, Iowa City Police Department, Victim Services Coordinator Increase your awareness of phone and internet fraud. Scammers are professionals who target all ages. Anyone can be caught off guard by an email or phone call that demands immediate attention or threatens something bad will happen if we don’t comply. Our brains go into reactive mode and we do what we’re told without stepping back and thinking through the situation. We’ll share tips on how to recognize when the person on the other end of a conversation is trying to intimidate you, promising false hopes of employment, or threatening you with legal claims. This course will provide tools to help you avoid financial loss and emotional trauma. </p> 2023-03-08 14:00:00 -0600
4/12/231:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Mahjong
<p>Join others at the library for open play of American mahjong. Grab your game, your 2023 card and friends and join the open play. Limited supplies provided on a first come, first serve basis. </p> 2023-04-12 16:00:00 -0500
4/12/232:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
ParkinSingers
<p>Singing as a therapeutic strategy helps with treatment for voice, respiratory, and swallow impairment in persons with Parkinson's Disease. Singing shares many elements in common with voice production and targets the musculature involved in respiratory control and swallowing. Plus it's fun! Class is led by a certified Music Therapist. Person with PD and their care partner are both welcome. Held in-person and via Zoom.</p> 2023-04-12 14:45:00 -0500
4/12/232:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Metro Parkinson's AssociationCedar Rapids -
Laughter Club
<p>Wednesdays, March 22 - April 26, 2:00-2:45 pm</p><p>Location: Room 305</p><p>Anyone can laugh for no particular reason. We don't need to rely on jokes to laugh. Laughter helps to relieve the effects of stress. It is energizing, healing, and brings out our best self. When we laugh together we feel lighter and renewed. Come and experience the Laughter Club! Sessions are composed of laughter exercises, plus deep breathing and relaxation. Wear comfortable clothing and bring an open mind.</p> 2023-04-12 14:45:00 -0500
4/12/232:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Let's Play Scrabble!
<p>Wednesdays, 2:00-4:00 pm </p><p>Location: 1st Floor Lobby </p><p>Exercise your vocabulary and crossword skills, and join us for some fun, friendly word play on a giant Scrabble board. All are welcome!</p> 2023-04-12 16:00:00 -0500
4/12/232:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
The Pomtastiks!
<p>Wednesdays, 3:00-4:00 pm </p><p>Location: Room G13 </p><p>Register: Call Shirley Myers at 319-351-5872</p><p>If you like to dance, enjoy music, are excited to learn choreography, and are comfortable performing in public, come check out The Pomtastiks! We have over 20 choreographed dances in our repertoire and use poms and props to add fun and variety to each performance. We practice together weekly and at home using DVDs to learn the choreography. We welcome new members, so stop by a practice and meet us! For more info, contact Shirley Myers at 319-351-5872. Membership required. </p> 2023-04-12 16:00:00 -0500
4/12/233:00 p.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Dungeons & Dragons After-School Club
<p>Players of all experience levels are invited to join this after-school Dungeons & Dragons Club. Blank and pre-generated character sheets are provided, or bring your own Fifth Edition character. All characters begin at level 1, so as you learn and grow so does your character. Weekly participation not required; stop in any time.</p> 2023-04-12 18:00:00 -05004/12/234:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
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Friendship Crochet Club
<p>Bring your current crochet project to the Hiawatha Public Library every Wednesday night at 6:00 pm for a fun, social time with others who share a love of the craft. </p> 2023-04-12 20:00:00 -0500
4/12/236:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
The Academy SPS Critical Conversations - Timeless Voices: The Speeches/Letters of Notable African Americans
<p>We are happy to report that Critical Conversations will return for Season Three. Our theme, Timeless Voices: The Speeches/Letters of Notable African Americans, will meet on Zoom, the 2nd & 4th Wednesday of each month from 7:00-8:30 PM, beginning September 28. (We are planning to build in a couple of in-person meetings as well. More to come on that later).</p><p>Plan to participate in the discussion, analysis, and salient conversation regarding the words and wisdom of Nikole Hannah-Jones, Dr. Martin Luther King, Jr., Malcolm X, James Baldwin, Toni Morrison, and Angela Davis, among others. We will be peeling back the layers; you may think you know these contributors to our history--and you may-- but there is always more to know. Join us to begin or continue learning.</p><p>Moderators: Dr. Ruth E. White, Eric McKinley Thompson, and Betty Daniels</p><p dir="ltr"><strong>Registration is required. </strong>Register on The Academy SPS Facebook page or at <a href="http://theacademysps.com/">theacademysps.com</a>.</p><p dir="ltr">We look forward to a robust series and hope you are, too! We hope that you will encourage friends and colleagues to join as well. </p><p dir="ltr"><em>A safe place to learn and discuss Black history, Black culture & social justice.</em></p> 2023-04-12 20:30:00 -0500
4/12/237:00 p.m.Cherry BuildingCedar Rapids -
The U.S. Constitution
<p>The United States is governed by its Constitution, the country’s basic system of law since 1789, making it the oldest national constitution still in existence. Neither sacred text nor outmoded artifact of the United States’ agrarian past, the US Constitution today functions as a guide to politics and government: it describes positions, articulates essential principles and establishes boundaries. During this four-week forum, Professor of Political Science Bruce Nesmith will discuss the historical origins and “living” nature of the U.S. Constitution. The first two sessions will explore the context in which the Constitution was written, including the history of the early United States, what brought the authors to the 1787 constitutional Convention and the currents of thought they shared and the precedents upon which they drew. We will discuss some of the key issues at the center of the discussions in 1787: the power of the national government, state representation in Congress, selection of officers, the creation of the presidency and approaches to protection of individual rights. In the third week, we will assess the degree to which such issues were resolved in the text of the Constitution. The final session will consider how the Constitution has changed in the years since it went into effect, through the formal amendment process as well as changes in custom and tradition that adapted to changing times.</p><p>Thursday Forum is held in Kesler Auditorium on the first floor of <a data-cke-saved-href="{CCM:BASE_URL}/why-coe/visitor-information/campus-map" href="{CCM%3ABASE_URL}/why-coe/visitor-information/campus-map">Hickok Hall</a>. Each weekly session begins with registration and refreshments from 8:45-9:15 AM, followed by the lecture until 11:30 AM. The presentations blend lecture, media such as film and music, and discussion.</p><p>Admission to each four-week forum series is $40. Admission to individual lectures and each session of two- and three-week forums is $12 per week. Admission includes the lecture and morning refreshments of coffee, tea and pastries. Payment can be made in person on Thursday mornings by cash or personal check. Credit card payments can be processed by <a data-cke-saved-href="http://commerce.cashnet.com/coestore" href="http://commerce.cashnet.com/coestore">registering online</a> in advance at www.coe.edu/thursday-forum.</p> 2023-04-13 11:30:00 -0500
4/13/238:45 a.m.Kesler Lecture Hall of Hickok HallCedar Rapids -
Bridge to Opportunities for Older Adults
<p><strong>Silly, fun, or serious Hat Contest. </strong>Join us for some fun by participating in our hat contest. You can choose a silly or serious design for your creation. Think of a theme; perhaps a passion of yours. Bring an old hat and some items for your theme to decorate your hat. Perhaps fish, biking, nature, or pet items. An example of a serious message hat, ‘Medication Matters,’ hat is on display. We will end with a ‘fashion show’ and share the inspiration for our hats.</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 23:30:00 -0500
4/13/239:00 a.m.Life Enrichment CenterCedar Rapids -
50+ Singles Group
<p>Thursdays, 9:30-11:00 am </p><p>Location: Midtown Family Restaurant </p><p>Gather Thursday mornings and one weekend evening each month with other singles. People ages 50+ meet to eat, laugh, talk, and make new friends. No dues, no commitment, no agenda, no RSVP (except for dinner). Separate checks. Weekly breakfasts meet at Midtown Family Restaurant 2 (1069 Highway 1 West in Iowa City). Monthly dinners are held at a different restaurant each month. Call David at 319-530-5001 or email icfiftyplussingles@gmail.com for date and location. </p> 2023-04-13 11:00:00 -0500
4/13/239:30 a.m.Midtown Family Restaurant 2Iowa City