What is Kids and Family?
Have the little ones with you? These things to do are kid-friendly and family oriented! From community meet ups to educational outings at museums, outdoors, or sports and recreation activities.
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Branching Out Tree Planting (Deerstone Dr.)
<p><br><strong>When</strong>: Thursday, April 25<br> 1:00 p.m. - 3:00 p.m.<br><strong>Where</strong>: Deerstone Dr. SW<br> Cedar Rapids, Iowa</p><p> </p><p>In partnership with Alliant Energy and the City of Cedar Rapids, Trees Forever and volunteers will be planting 20 trees in this subdivision. The newer development is in great need of trees, and this planting will provide shade to homeowners for years to come.</p><p> </p><p>Deerstone Dr. SW is located at the intersection of Stoney Pt. Rd SW. Street parking will be available. More information on where to meet for a tree planting demonstration will be coming soon. <a href="mailto:abrewer@treesforever.org"><u>Contact Aaron Brewer</u></a> at 319-440-7529 with questions. </p><p><br></p><p>Volunteers are asked to register at: <a href="http://www.treesforever.org/Branching-Out-Deerstone-Planting">http://www.treesforever.org/Branching-Out-Deerstone-Planting</a></p> 2019-04-15 14:00:00 -05004/25/191:00 p.m.Deerstone Dr.Cedar Rapids -
Community Stitch
<p>Community Stitch is a group that meets monthly to make door hangers and lap robes for nursing home residents. These are distributed to residents at Christmas time.</p> 2019-04-25 15:00:00 -05004/25/191:00 p.m.Village NeedleworkMarion -
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Chair Yoga & Mindfulness Meditation
<p>An intimate yoga class that incorporates seated and standing postures plus mindfulness meditation for stress management. This class is limited to 10 participants for better personal attention. $8 </p> 2019-04-25 15:30:00 -05004/25/192:30 p.m.Toula YogaCedar Rapids -
Virtual Reality
<p>Come experience virtual reality at the Cedar Rapids Public Library as we travel to strange and incredible places. Explore new worlds, solve puzzles, and outrun the occasional stray dinosaur. This event is held in the Maker Room.<br><br>This program is sponsored by the Giacoletto Foundation.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-04-25 17:30:00 -0500
4/25/193:30 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Visualizing Equitable and Sustainable Communities in Iowa
<p>In honor of the University of Iowa Public Policy Center’s 30th Anniversary, we invite you to this showcase of how our research impacts the lives of Iowans and our communities. In a fun, fast-paced, “3-minute thesis” style presentations, our researchers will talk about the issues they study, and ask for your feedback on the issues that are most important to you!</p><p><strong>Featured Topics Include:</strong></p><ul><li>Tax Increment Financing (TIF) </li><li>Material Hardship</li><li>Obesity Rates</li><li>Lead in Iowa Drinking Water</li><li>Mental Health and Resources by County</li><li>And Many More!</li></ul> 2019-04-03 19:30:00 -0500
4/25/195:00 p.m.Graduate HotelIowa City -
Kalona Quilt Show & Sale
<p>Over 250 new and antique hand-quilted quilts on display and for sale. Raffle quilt also. Admission charged. For more information contact Woodin Wheel 319-656-2240 www.woodinwheel.com April 26 9am-7pm and April 27 9am-5pm.</p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2019-01-16 20:00:00 -0600
4/25/195:00 p.m.Kalona Community CenterKALONA -
Hired Help Tour of Brucemore
<p>Discover the lives of Brucemore's domestic servants in the early twentieth century. Consider what it was like to live and work on one of Iowa's grandest estates while discovering the servants' living quarters and the Servants' Village, an area only open to the public during this tour. Documents, photographs, and other materials from Brucemore's collections enrich visitors' understanding of the relationships between the employers and their staff.</p> 2019-04-05 19:00:00 -0500
4/25/195:30 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Our Pick Book Club: Paris By the Book by Liam Callanan
<p>Join us for a lively discussion about <a href="https://www.goodreads.com/book/show/35450129-paris-by-the-book"><em>Paris by the Book</em></a> by Liam Callanan. Copies of the book are available for purchase at M and M Bookstore.</p><p>Light refreshments may be served.</p><p>About the book:</p><p><strong>A missing person, a grieving family, a curious clue: a half-finished manuscript set in Paris. Heading off in search of its author, a mother and her daughters find themselves in France, rescuing a failing bookstore and drawing closer to unexpected truths.</strong><br><br><em>Once a week, I chase men who are not my husband….</em><br><br>When eccentric novelist Robert Eady abruptly vanishes, he leaves behind his wife, Leah, their daughters, and, hidden in an unexpected spot, plane tickets to Paris.<br><br>Hoping to uncover clues—and her husband—Leah sets off for France with her girls. Upon their arrival, she discovers an unfinished manuscript, one Robert had been writing without her knowledge…and that he had set in Paris. The Eady women follow the path of the manuscript to a small, floundering English-language bookstore whose weary proprietor is eager to sell. The whole store? Today? Yes, but Leah’s biggest surprise comes when she hears herself accepting the offer on the spot.<br><br>As the family settles into their new Parisian life, they can’t help but trace the literary paths of some beloved Parisian classics, including<span> </span><em>Madeline</em><span> </span>and<span> </span><em>The Red Balloon</em>, hoping more clues arise. But a series of startling discoveries forces Leah to consider that she may not be ready for what solving this mystery might do to her family—and the Paris she thought she knew.<br><br>At once haunting and charming,<span> </span><em>Paris by the Book</em><span> </span>follows one woman’s journey as her story is being rewritten, exploring the power of family and the magic that hides within the pages of a book.</p> 2018-12-15 19:00:00 -0600
4/25/196:00 p.m.M & M BooksCedar Rapids -
Welcome to Medicare
<p>Will you be eligible for Medicare in the near future? Have you been on Medicare for a while and want to better understand what it offers? Do you help a family member with Medicare issues? This two-hour seminar, offered by The Center's SHIIP counselors, will cover Medicare Part A and Part B benefits, the prescription drug benefit (Part D), Medicare Advantage plans, and Medicare supplement insurance.</p><p><br></p><p>SHIIP, the Senior Health Insurance Information Program, is a service of the State of Iowa. SHIIP counselors are trained by the state and do not sell or promote any insurance companies, policies, or agents. The Center is a local sponsor for SHIIP in Johnson County.</p><p><br></p> 2018-12-01 20:15:00 -06004/25/196:00 p.m.Iowa City/Johnson County Senior CenterIowa City -
Pajama Storytime at CRMA: Building a Bedtime Story
<p>Pajama Storytime: Building a Bedtime Story </p><p>We’ll explore our super-cool building and the art of architecture at tonight’s P.J.S.! Storytime and simple art project are free for kids & their adult companions. Wear your PJ’s and bring a stuffed friend to cuddle with. </p><p>All are welcome!</p>
4/25/196:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Linn-Mar High School Presents Disney's Beauty and the Beast
<p><strong><p dir="ltr">The Linn-Mar Fine Arts Department presents Beauty and the Beast.</p><p dir="ltr">Performances are Thursday, April 25th, Friday, April 26th and Saturday April 27th at 7:00 PM. An additional presentation will take the stage Saturday afternoon at 2:00 PM. </p><p dir="ltr">All performances are in the Linn-Mar High School Auditorium.</p><p dir="ltr">Tickets are $10 and are available online.</p><p dir="ltr">Go to <a href="http://lmhsdrama.ticketleap.com/beauty/">http://lmhsdrama.ticketleap.com/beauty/</a>.</p><p dir="ltr">Guests are asked to enter the high school through door one, the auditorium entrance. </p></strong></p><p><br></p>
4/25/197:00 p.m.Linn-Mar High SchoolMarion -
The Only One
<p>Based off the AAMI’s 2012 temporary exhibit of the same name, “The Only One” explores the experiences of Iowans who were the only African American on a sports team, in a classroom, at work, and in other situations. Learn about Alexander Clark, who integrated Iowa schools in 1868 when his daughter Susan enrolled in Muscatine Grammar School #2, or Louis Dade, who won the Iowa Amateur Golf title in 1939 despite being denied access to the Fort Madison County Club.</p> 2019-04-05 20:00:00 -0500
4/25/197:00 p.m.African American Museum of IowaCedar Rapids -
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Balloon Glow
<p>The Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival is proud to continue the tradition of this iconic event! Join us at a NEW location, The Cedar Rapids Country Club! Watch the sun go down, listening to the tunes and enjoying time with friends and family. The purpose is to enjoy the "glow" and once it is safe, the caution tape is removed and patrons are able to get up close and personal with these amazing balloons and the balloonists as well! Gates open at 5pm.</p><p><strong>Things to know: </strong></p><p><strong>Parking is extremely limited near Country Club. Attendees are highly encouraged to shuttle to event. </strong></p><p>Soft sided coolers ONLY</p><p>No pets or fireworks (including sparklers)</p><p>Please treat The Cedar Rapids Country Club's property with respect.</p><p>Shuttles will take you to the entrances, but there is a lot of walking in hilly terrain -<span> </span><em><strong>please be prepared to walk as we are not able to safely transport people on golf carts due to the influx of patrons</strong></em>. Also due to this, we are unable to make the space conducive to those who require additional accommodations. We apologize for any inconvenience this may cause. </p><p>A Freedom Festival button is required for this event. Children 8 and under do NOT require a button. *Cash only-there will not be an ATM on site*</p><p>The rain date for this event is scheduled for Thursday, June 27.</p> 2017-11-30 22:00:00 -0600
6/25/196:00 p.m.The Cedar Rapids Country ClubCedar Rapids -
Freedom Bike Ride: Root Beer Edition
<p>Due to an overwhelming response with almost 200 bike riders in the first year, the Freedom Bike Ride is welcomed back for the 4th year! This fundraiser bicycle event will take place on Sunday, June 23, 2019, with new start times of 10:30am and 11:00am. This is a great practice route for RAGBRAI! </p><p>There are two different bike loops to choose from; 28 or 45 miles. The start of the ride is at Lowe Park in Marion, IA. All loop intervals will meet back at the central location concurrently for a sit down buffet.</p><p>A button is required for this event, along with a $40 registration fee, which includes a Freedom Festival button, complimentary rest stops with beverages and snacks, as well as meal at the end of the ride. Back again this year will be the popular "Bike Bucks". Each rider will receive $10 worth of "Bike Bucks" to use at any designated stop along the ride. The Boot Jack Duo will also be the entertainment for riders after completing the ride.</p><p>Registration increases to $45 beginning June 20th. </p><p>A helmet is required for all riders. Button must be worn during the ride. Visit our website for full details and for registration.</p> 2017-11-30 18:00:00 -0600
6/23/1910:30 a.m.Lowe Park 4500 10th Street, Marion, Iowa 52302Marion -
Special Needs Rock 'N' Bowl
<p>The Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival is proud to offer this special event for community group homes, friends and family to enjoy time together. In its 5th year, the day will consist of bowling at Westdale Bowl and dancing to the tunes of B.A.M.! Productions and FREE open photo booth. Food will be available for purchase.</p> 2017-11-30 14:00:00 -0600
6/26/1911:00 a.m.Westdale Bowling Center & Lazer TagCedar Rapids -
Jump for Freedom-Dock Dogs
<p>Dock Dogs® is national canine aquatics competition that will be held Thursday, June 27 - Sunday, June 30. That's right, we are adding an extra day to Dock Dogs! </p><p>Dock Dogs is a series of competitive dog jumping events held across the nation each year. Comprised of three aquatic events; big air, extreme vertical, and speed retrieval, the competition provides entertainment for both human and canine. Dogs welcome at this event! Website our website to learn more. Also new to 2019 will be Dueling Dogs! This thrilling event will feature two dogs competing head to head. You don't want to miss this!</p><p>A Freedom Festival button is required for this event. Children 8 and under do NOT require a button.</p> 2017-11-30 18:00:00 -0600
6/27/1910:00 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Jump for Freedom-Dock Dogs
<p>Dock Dogs® is national canine aquatics competition that will be held Thursday, June 27 - Sunday, June 30. That's right, we are adding an extra day to Dock Dogs! </p><p>Dock Dogs is a series of competitive dog jumping events held across the nation each year. Comprised of three aquatic events; big air, extreme vertical, and speed retrieval, the competition provides entertainment for both human and canine. Dogs welcome at this event! Website our website to learn more. Also new to 2019 will be Dueling Dogs! This thrilling event will feature two dogs competing head to head. You don't want to miss this!</p><p>A Freedom Festival button is required for this event. Children 8 and under do NOT require a button.</p> 2018-06-30 18:00:00 -0500
6/28/1910:00 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Jump for Freedom-Dock Dogs
<p>Dock Dogs® is national canine aquatics competition that will be held Thursday, June 27 - Sunday, June 30. That's right, we are adding an extra day to Dock Dogs! </p><p>Dock Dogs is a series of competitive dog jumping events held across the nation each year. Comprised of three aquatic events; big air, extreme vertical, and speed retrieval, the competition provides entertainment for both human and canine. Dogs welcome at this event! Website our website to learn more. Also new to 2019 will be Dueling Dogs! This thrilling event will feature two dogs competing head to head. You don't want to miss this!</p><p>A Freedom Festival button is required for this event. Children 8 and under do NOT require a button.</p> 2018-07-01 18:00:00 -0500
6/29/1910:00 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
IMAGINATION! Square
<p>The Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival brings you IMAGINATION! Square each year, which provides family-friendly, educational, and interactive booths, along with FREE family activities! Join us on the lawn of Newbo City Market for this event. This event takes place during and after our annual parade.</p><p>This event is free!</p> 2017-11-30 14:00:00 -0600
6/29/199:00 a.m.NewBo City MarketCedar Rapids -
Freedom Festival Parade
<p>The Freedom Festival Parade is proud to continue the tradition of red, white, and blue floats, vehicles, music, dancing groups, businesses, and other local organizations. It also features the "Freedom Festival Express", which is a track-less train! The parade offers a patriotic and nostalgic way to celebrate community on the 4th of July weekend.</p><p><br></p><p>This event is FREE!</p> 2017-11-30 12:00:00 -0600
6/29/1910:00 a.m.Czech VillageCedar Rapids -
Music at the Museum: Freedom Festival Edition
<p>Start your holiday weekend right with the sounds Music at the Museum: Freedom Festival Edition! The band for this year, Pianopalooza, will be featured under the stars at the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library's Amphitheater. Gates open at 5:00 pm.</p><p>Plenty of room to dance, bring your lawn chairs - no coolers please, but picnics welcome! Hy-Vee will have food available for purchase. BEVERAGE GARDEN! Beverages will be available for purchase. </p><p><br></p><p>The event is free with button. Children 8 and under do NOT require a button. </p> 2017-11-30 20:00:00 -0600
7/03/196:00 p.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Festival of the Arts
<p>The Amana Arts Guild will sponsor its Festival of the Arts on Saturday August 10, 2019 from 10 AM – 5 PM, Amana Iowa. <u>NEW VENUE</u>! Market Barn area in Amana 707-46<sup>th</sup> Ave. <u>NEW VENUE</u>!</p><p>This special event will feature sales of fine arts, crafts and traditional Colony folk arts by local and guest artists. A unique part of the festival will be demonstrations as visitors will enjoy observing: woodturning, quilting, tinsmithing, basket-making, spinning and painting.</p><p>Guests will also enjoy local foods such as Amana bratwurst, sauerkraut, homemade apple fritters and baked goods along with the Amana Heritage Museum’s potato pancakes and a special homemade rhubarb drink.</p><p>Entertainment throughout the day</p><p>Also the children can enjoy an art corner.</p><p>Friend of the Arts Award presentation at 4:00</p><p>This is a juried event and new artisans are welcome for more information call or email:</p><p>Amana Arts Guild: 319 622-3678</p><p>E-mail: amanarts@southslope.net</p> 2018-01-24 17:00:00 -0600
8/10/1910:00 a.m.Market BarnAmana -
Fall Fibre Show and Sale
<p>The Amana Arts Guild, 1210 G Street, High Amana, located in one of the seven Amana historic villages of the Amana Colony, will sponsor a Fall Fiber Art Show and Sale on Saturday November 2 and Sunday November 3. The show and sale is a special Holiday shopping event for those unique one of a kind items. Admission is free. Hot cider and treats will be available.</p><p>This intimate event celebrates rug-making, spinning, weaving, and needlework. Several of the artisans will be demonstrating their craft. Along with individual artisans the Guild’s “Handmade in Amana” shop will be open to the public. The shop features quilts, baskets, rag rugs, all types of needlework as well as a variety of other arts and crafts.</p><p>Saturday hours are 10 AM to 5 PM and Sunday hours are 10 AM to 4 PM.</p><p>This is a juried show, new artisans are welcome, for more information contact the Amana Arts Guild:</p><p>Telephone: 319 622-3678</p><p>E mail - amanarts@southslope.net</p> 2018-01-25 17:00:00 -0600
11/02/1910:00 a.m.Amana Arts Guild CenterHigh Amana -
Villages of Amana Christmas Haus Walk
<p>Amana Arts Guild will host the Christmas Haus Tour this year. It is an event filled with lovely traditions and whimsical surprises. During this festive season the Amana Arts Guild welcomes visitors to its 13th annual Christmas Tour of homes. Progress has not eradicated the town’s treasured traditions and quaint customs. Amana’s cedar sided, limestone and time bleached brick buildings have weathered for over 150 years. Tour private homes decorated for the holidays and take part in the ambience of Christmas in the Amana Colonies. Visit with homeowners and get to know the colonies in a whole new way while you visit homes with stories as remarkable and varied as the colonies themselves.</p> 2018-01-25 16:00:00 -0600
12/07/1910:00 a.m.Amana ColoniesAmana -
Villages of Amana Christmas Haus Tour
<p>Amana Arts Guild will host the Christmas Haus Tour this year. It is an event filled with lovely traditions and whimsical surprises. During this festive season the Amana Arts Guild welcomes visitors to its 12th annual Christmas Tour of homes. Progress has not eradicated the town’s treasured traditions and quaint customs. Amana’s cedar sided, limestone and time bleached brick buildings have weathered for over 150 years. Tour private homes decorated for the holidays and take part in the ambience of Christmas in the Amana Colonies. Visit with homeowners and get to know the colonies in a whole new way while you visit homes with stories as remarkable and varied as the colonies themselves.</p> 2018-01-25 16:00:00 -0600
12/08/191:00 p.m.Amana ColoniesAmana -
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Seeing IS Believing: Visio Divina at Prairiewoods
<p>Come together in a circle of trust to integrate imagination, learning and prayer through the practice of Visio Divina, or holy seeing, at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) on Tuesday mornings. A contemplative practice of praying the Scriptures while viewing visual art, Visio Divina involves listening to the word of God, viewing art, pondering God’s message, letting your heart speak and resting in God. Various works of art are used for the sessions, including pieces from <em>The Saint John's Bible,</em> professional artists and local artists. The sessions, facilitated by Lois Ocenosak, stand alone, so you may attend one or all. The cost is $5 per session. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2017-09-26 11:30:00 -0500
5/07/1910:00 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Seeing IS Believing: Visio Divina at Prairiewoods
<p>Come together in a circle of trust to integrate imagination, learning and prayer through the practice of Visio Divina, or holy seeing, at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) on Tuesday mornings. A contemplative practice of praying the Scriptures while viewing visual art, Visio Divina involves listening to the word of God, viewing art, pondering God’s message, letting your heart speak and resting in God. Various works of art are used for the sessions, including pieces from <em>The Saint John's Bible,</em> professional artists and local artists. The sessions, facilitated by Lois Ocenosak, stand alone, so you may attend one or all. The cost is $5 per session. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2017-10-03 11:30:00 -0500
5/14/1910:00 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Seeing IS Believing: Visio Divina at Prairiewoods
<p>Come together in a circle of trust to integrate imagination, learning and prayer through the practice of Visio Divina, or holy seeing, at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) on Tuesday mornings. A contemplative practice of praying the Scriptures while viewing visual art, Visio Divina involves listening to the word of God, viewing art, pondering God’s message, letting your heart speak and resting in God. Various works of art are used for the sessions, including pieces from <em>The Saint John's Bible,</em> professional artists and local artists. The sessions, facilitated by Lois Ocenosak, stand alone, so you may attend one or all. The cost is $5 per session. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2017-10-10 11:30:00 -0500
5/21/1910:00 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Seeing IS Believing: Visio Divina at Prairiewoods
<p>Come together in a circle of trust to integrate imagination, learning and prayer through the practice of Visio Divina, or holy seeing, at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) on Tuesday mornings. A contemplative practice of praying the Scriptures while viewing visual art, Visio Divina involves listening to the word of God, viewing art, pondering God’s message, letting your heart speak and resting in God. Various works of art are used for the sessions, including pieces from <em>The Saint John's Bible,</em> professional artists and local artists. The sessions, facilitated by Lois Ocenosak, stand alone, so you may attend one or all. The cost is $5 per session. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2017-10-17 11:30:00 -0500
5/28/1910:00 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Drumming for Healing at Prairiewoods
<p class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size:10.0pt;font-family:"Arial",sans-serif">Feel the Creator’s rhythm inside you during a drum circle. Join facilitator Sheri Mealhouse (Hawkwoman) at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) each month. <i>Please note the date changes for June.</i> In the cosmic experience, drumming touches us at a deep level and brings all creation together as a community. Especially now, when our external and internal worlds can be so polarized, communication that bears witness to creative love is very important. Drumming—and feeling the Creator’s rhythm inside of us—resonates with a variety of people. All racial, economic, denominational and other differences can disappear when a group of people share rhythm. As you prayerfully listen to other drummers in order to make music, the whole group becomes one! These drum circles take place monthly, and you may attend one or all. No experience is necessary. You are welcome to bring your own drum or use one of ours. This drum circle will meet near the pond south of the Center if the weather is nice or in the Art Room during inclement weather. A free-will offering to the facilitator will be accepted. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.<o:p></o:p></span></p> 2017-08-19 19:00:00 -0500
6/03/196:00 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha