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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Period Product Drive
<p>During the entire month of May you can drop off unused period products, such as pads, tampons, reusable cups, and reusable pads. These products will be donated to the Catherine McAuley Center.</p>
5/28/239:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Baby Animal Days
<p>Visit the sweetest baby animals at Bloomsbury Farm during our Baby Animal Days event!</p><p>Event Dates and Hours: Fridays-Sundays + Memorial Day Monday, May 19-June 4 : 11am-5pm</p><p>Baby goats, baby lambs, chicks, bunnies, ducklings, a calf, baby potbelly pigs, and more!</p> 2023-05-28 17:00:00 -0500
5/28/2311:00 a.m.Bloomsbury FarmAtkins -
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Soldering Sampler
<p>This workshop involves the fundamentals of soldering. Learn and hone a variety of soldering skills—connecting an open jump ring, adding a ring to another piece, and more. Practice both sweat and spot soldering. Leave with a variety of samples and a new set of skills. No experience necessary. Instructor: Maggie Joynt.</p><p>NOTE: This class serves as a pre-requisite for many metal working classes.</p><p>Registration is $88 and includes all materials, instruction, use of studio and tools. Register in person, via phone at 319 338-1566, or on-line.</p> 2023-04-18 16:00:00 -0500
5/28/2312:00 p.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> 2023-05-28 22:00:00 -0500
5/28/231:00 p.m.All Out RampageCedar Rapids -
Period Product Drive
<p>During the entire month of May you can drop off unused period products, such as pads, tampons, reusable cups, and reusable pads. These products will be donated to the Catherine McAuley Center.</p>
5/29/239:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Memorial Day - Service
<p><strong>Memorial Day</strong> is an American federal holiday, and it lands on May 29th this year. Memorial Day is a way to honor military members who died in the line of duty. <strong>Join the Cedar Rapids community at 10 am, May 29</strong><sup><strong>th</strong></sup> for an outdoor traditional Memorial Day observance that includes an opening prayer, live patriotic music, presentation of the Colors, guest speaker, volley salute, and more. The local area Metro Veterans’ Council facilitates this program each year, with logistics assistance from the Veterans Memorial Commission.</p><p><u>What:</u> Memorial Day Service.</p><p><u>Who</u>: Metro Veterans’ Council. Dick Bell with the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight is guest speaker.</p><p><u>Where</u>: All-Veterans Memorial Park. Veterans Memorial Drive and Kurt Warner Blvd, Cedar Rapids, SW. </p><p><u>When</u>: 10 am – 11 am.</p><p>Bonus! The Veterans Memorial Building Memorial lobby and gallery displays will be open from 9 am until 2 pm as well. Downtown parking is FREE on Memorial Day. Stop on by!</p> 2023-05-08 11:00:00 -0500
5/29/2310:00 a.m.All Veterans Memorial ParkCedar Rapids -
Memorial Day Service, hosted by the Czech National Cemetery, Brosh Chapel and The Avacentre
<p>Memorial Day Service, hosted by the Czech National Cemetery, Brosh Chapel and The Avacentre</p><p>Monday, May 29 – 11:00 am</p><p>2121 Bowling St SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52404</p><p>Please join us for a Memorial Day service featuring keynote speaker Dr. Cecilia Rokusek, President and CEO of the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library.</p><p>Service will also include the Czech Heritage Foundation Royal Court, live music and refreshments.</p><p>For more information, please call the Czech National Cemetery office (319) 362-9501.</p>
5/29/2311:00 a.m.The AvacentreCedar Rapids -
Baby Animal Days
<p>Visit the sweetest baby animals at Bloomsbury Farm during our Baby Animal Days event!</p><p>Event Dates and Hours: Fridays-Sundays + Memorial Day Monday, May 19-June 4 : 11am-5pm</p><p>Baby goats, baby lambs, chicks, bunnies, ducklings, a calf, baby potbelly pigs, and more!</p> 2023-04-21 17:00:00 -0500
5/29/2311:00 a.m.Bloomsbury FarmAtkins -
Men's Caregiver Coffee
<p>A group for male caregivers to share their story, learn caregiving tips and network with others. No registration required. This event is offered in-person and by Zoom. To request Zoom information call 319-221-8866, or email fcgc@mercycare.org.</p> 2023-05-30 10:00:00 -0500
5/30/238:00 a.m.Family Caregivers CenterCedar Rapids -
Period Product Drive
<p>During the entire month of May you can drop off unused period products, such as pads, tampons, reusable cups, and reusable pads. These products will be donated to the Catherine McAuley Center.</p>
5/30/239:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
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> 2023-05-30 16:00:00 -05005/30/2310:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy LibraryCedar Rapids -
Pause, Connect & Reflect with Prairiewoods
<p>Join with others as we pause in the midst of our week for a half hour of connection and reflection. Inspired by seasonal changes, concerns that surface in our daily lives and in our worldwide community of connection, each session will be unique, drawing on poetry, music, prayer, imagery and meditation. Facilitator Rev. Jean Sullivan from Prairiewoods leads these weekly online sessions. All are welcome to stop in via Zoom whenever available. Each Tuesday, join the conversation using the Zoom meeting link https://us02web.zoom.us/j/88250795648. If prompted, enter meeting ID 882 5079 5648. A free-will offering will be accepted. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2023-05-30 12:00:00 -0500
5/30/2311:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
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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> 2023-05-30 14:45:00 -0500
5/30/232:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Metro Parkinson's AssociationCedar Rapids -
Blood Drive
<p>Call 319-848-7616 or email sarah@elyiowa.com to sign up.</p> 2023-04-14 18:00:00 -05005/30/233:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Chatty Crafters
<p>Crafters are invited to bring your own crafts and socialize with other crafters every Tuesday from 5-7pm. We'll provide the tea and coffee! Not currently working on a craft project? No problem! We will have colored pencils, coloring sheets, and other crafting supplies available.</p> 2023-05-30 19:00:00 -0500
5/30/235:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Period Product Drive
<p>During the entire month of May you can drop off unused period products, such as pads, tampons, reusable cups, and reusable pads. These products will be donated to the Catherine McAuley Center.</p>
5/31/239:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
"My Wellbeing" Workshop: Free Two-Session Series
<p>“What About Me? My Wellbeing” is a free, two-part educational workshop series held at The Legacy Center at Murdoch-Linwood: 520 Wilson Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids. Each workshop begins at 9:30 a.m. and lasts approximately 45-60 minutes. </p><p>Session one will begin at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 24th. Session two will begin at 9:30 a.m. Wednesday, May 31st, 2023.</p><p>This research-based program is facilitated by a Human Sciences Specialist in Family Wellbeing with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach and will cover topics such as: taking time for oneself, relationships, and physical health. </p><p>You’re going to learn some new information, but what’s more important is that the program allows you to take time to focus on you. After completing the sessions, you’ll have the tools to keep working on your own wellbeing.</p><p>To register for the “What About Me? My Wellbeing” workshop series, call (319) 364-1549 or email legacy@murdochfuneralhome.com. Cost is FREE. Registration is required.</p> 2023-05-25 10:30:00 -0500
5/31/239:30 a.m.Murdoch-Linwood Legacy CenterCedar 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> 2023-05-31 16:00:00 -05005/31/2310:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy LibraryCedar Rapids -
Public Tour of Hancher Auditorium
<p>The Hancher Guild offers tours of Hancher Auditorium occasionally on Wednesdays. Meet in the lobby prior to a tour's starting time, and your tour guide will greet and guide you or your small group through Hancher's facilities. A tour takes approximately one hour and usually includes Smith Lobby, Strauss Rehearsal Hall, backstage, Hadley Stage and Hancher Auditorium, and Stanley Café.</p> 2023-01-30 12:00:00 -0600
5/31/2311:00 a.m.Hancher AuditoriumIowa City -
Public Tour of Hancher Auditorium
<p>The Hancher Guild offers tours of Hancher Auditorium occasionally on Wednesdays. Meet in the lobby prior to a tour's starting time, and your tour guide will greet and guide you or your small group through Hancher's facilities. A tour takes approximately one hour and usually includes Smith Lobby, Strauss Rehearsal Hall, backstage, Hadley Stage and Hancher Auditorium, and Stanley Café.</p> 2023-01-30 13:30:00 -0600
5/31/2312:30 p.m.Hancher AuditoriumIowa 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> 2023-05-31 16:00:00 -0500
5/31/232:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
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> 2023-05-31 18:00:00 -05005/31/234:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
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> 2023-05-31 20:00:00 -0500
5/31/236:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Bridge to Opportunities for Older Adults
<p><strong>Movie Day: 30 Years of National Geographic Specials.</strong> Embark on a spectacular journey through three decades of discovery and adventure highlights from the best of the National Geographic Specials.</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<strong> </strong>are at the back of the building.<br><strong>Questions: 319-640-5357. </strong></p> 2023-05-19 11:30:00 -0500
6/01/239:00 a.m.Life Enrichment CenterCedar Rapids -
Home Educators Resource Fair
<p>Home Educators Resource Fair is back. Also known as HERF! </p><p>Find curriculum, books and resources to build a learning environment. This sale specializes in home-school resources while open to all learners in the community. Resources cover preschool through high school, and support adult educators too! Event is one day only. Thursday, June 1 from 9am-4pm closed from 1-2pm for lunch. Location is at MHSAP gym 1400 Tenth Ave. Marion IA</p><p>Free entry, open to the public.</p> 2023-05-05 16:00:00 -0500
6/01/239:00 a.m.Marion Homeschool Assistance ProgramMarion -
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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> 2023-06-01 16:00:00 -05006/01/2310:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy LibraryCedar Rapids -
Family Dementia Class
<p><strong>Thursday, June 1, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm</strong></p><p><strong>Location: Room 302</strong></p><p><a href="https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/iowacityseniorcenter/activity/search/detail/17182?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true"><strong>Register online</strong></a><strong> or call 319-356-5220</strong></p><p>Caring for a loved one with dementia can be challenging, especially when faced with the unknowns of the disease. This free class, presented by staff from Bickford Home Care, will help to offer insight and support to family caregivers as they adjust to caring for a loved one with dementia.</p> 2023-05-03 12:00:00 -0500
6/01/2310:00 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Fresh Conversations
<ul><li><strong><span style="font-size: 14px;">Thursday, June 1, 11:00 am - 12:00 pm</span></strong></li></ul><p><strong>Location: Room 305</strong></p><p><a href="https://anc.apm.activecommunities.com/iowacityseniorcenter/activity/search/detail/17133?onlineSiteId=0&from_original_cui=true"><strong>Register online</strong></a><strong> or call 319-356-5220</strong></p><p><em>Organizer: Linn County Public Health</em></p><p>In this program you will learn about healthy, affordable meal ideas and how to stay active and have fun. We will also try a tasty recipe. Fresh Conversations is a free education program and friendly group discussion that shares tips and sensible solutions to everyday problems that get in the way of doing what most people want to do: eat well and live well! Presented by Linn County Public Health.</p> 2023-05-01 12:00:00 -0500
6/01/2311:00 a.m.Iowa City Senior CenterIowa City -
Queer Stories, Queer Joy, and the Archival Value of Happiness
<p>Join Anna Holland, associate curator of the Iowa Women’s Archives, for a free virtual lunchtime talk on June 1 at noon. Advance registration required to receive the event link: <a href="https://uiowa.zoom.us/webinar/register/WN_cV5o6c6XTaOFtLVzC8GPrA">Register Here</a></p><p>The current Main Library Gallery exhibition, <em>Out & About: Queer Life in Iowa City</em>, briefly explores several decades of local queer history and includes a large selection of original items from the Iowa Women’s Archives. While many collections in IWA contain clear documentation of the struggle for LGBTQ+ rights, these archival sources also reveal heartwarming instances of queer joy and happiness.</p><p>Holland’s presentation will share a more in-depth investigation of queer life in Iowa City as represented in the Iowa Women’s Archives, and will discuss the archival value that makes this evidence of happiness indispensable in collecting Iowa’s history.</p><p><br></p><p><em>Individuals with disabilities are encouraged to attend all University of Iowa–sponsored events. If you are a person with a disability who requires a reasonable accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact Sara Pinkham in advance at 319-467-1805 or sara-pinkham@uiowa.edu</em> </p>
6/01/2312:00 p.m.Main Library Gallery, University of Iowa LibrariesIowa City -
Scrabble Club
<p>Do you enjoy playing Scrabble? The Hiawatha Public Library has a Scrabble Club that meets every Thursday from 1:00-4:00. </p> 2023-06-01 16:00:00 -0500
6/01/231:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha