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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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Eastern Iowa Brass Band Presents All I Want For Christmas is Brass
<p>Eastern Iowa Brass Band (EIBB) offers two performances of its annual Christmas concert “All I Want for Christmas is BRASS.” The first performance is on Saturday December 15th, 7:00 PM, in the Liberty High School Auditorium in North Liberty (1400 Dubuque St NE, North Liberty, Iowa) and a second performance is on Sunday December 16th, 3:00 PM, at First Presbyterian Church in Cedar Rapids (310 5th St SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa). EIBB plays a mix of Christmas Holiday music. Included will be Maria Carey’s “All I Want For Christmas Is You”, “Sleigh Ride” by LeRoy Anderson and “A Great and Mighty Wonder” along with “The Kingdom Triumphant” made popular by the Salvation Bands in England and America.”</p> 2018-12-02 20:30:00 -0600
12/15/187:00 p.m.Liberty High SchoolNorth Liberty -
Benny Sharoni Jazz Quartet
<p>Join us for a special concert as we welcome back the Benny Sharoni Jazz Quartet to the Old Capitol Museum! Tenor saxophonist Benny Sharoni is a U.S. bandleader, composer and arranger who is a mainstay on the international jazz scene. A straight ahead player who fuses together the classic bop influences of Sonny Rollins, Dexter Gordon and Steve Grossman (among many others), Sharoni flavors his music with Latin rhythms and an energetic drive that delights audiences worldwide. He demonstrates fervent skill on his horn that instantly lifts him above the pack, but that’s only one element of his winning formula. Sharoni is also a player committed to unfettered expression; reaching an audience through taste, beauty and infectious swing. (<a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fbennysharoni.com%2Fabout%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1Eh0Y0CVZ6n7-1UBrYSm_cy19Hi2FepwtkR9F07ccgebr56IPq4AKQntg&h=AT1mzPLqIS79nRY9ORxKwY2LYZYCOkRLkkK3_FB6ro5VC1g2zNE5XhY0qZiosyg2wVBdVkHRoLOs0PEm1in0-HadOKzORSFCvTFEJBpQpkmJaotxoC8tzscc0RusfFKK5wcJRlTaPVswJJ5DV848Eec" href="http://bennysharoni.com/about/?fbclid=IwAR1Eh0Y0CVZ6n7-1UBrYSm_cy19Hi2FepwtkR9F07ccgebr56IPq4AKQntg" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://bennysharoni.com/about/</a>)<span> </span><span> </span></p><p><br></p><p>Musicians include Benny Sharoni (saxophone), Stephen M. Langone (drums), David Owen Restivo (piano), and Christian Gillingham (bass).</p><p><br></p><p>This concert is free to attend, and open to the public.<span> </span></p><p><br></p><p>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 the Old Capitol Museum in advance at (319) 335-1313</p> 2018-12-03 21:00:00 -0600
12/15/187:30 p.m.Old Capitol MuseumIowa City -
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Breakfast
<p>Held third Sunday of the month. Open to Moose members and qualified guests. $9 adults </p> 2018-12-16 12:00:00 -060012/16/189:00 a.m.Moose LodgeCedar Rapids -
Holiday Traditions
<p>Annual Christmas tree exhibit.</p> 2018-12-16 17:00:00 -060012/16/189:00 a.m.Herbert Hoover Presidential Museum and LibraryWest Branch -
Tannenbaum Forest
<p>Our Festhalle is transformed into a forest of decorated live Christmas Trees and features a 17 foot German style pyramid. </p><p>see festivalsinamana.com for dates and time open </p><p>Open Friday thru Sunday November 23-December 16</p><p>Free will donation</p> 2018-12-16 19:00:00 -0600
12/16/1810:00 a.m.Festhalle BarnAmana -
The Fragile Bee
<p>July 27 - December 30<br>Old Capitol Museum<br>Keyes Gallery</p><p> Artist Nancy Macko uses macro photography to create an exhibition featuring photographs, prints, and a mixed-media installation. The pieces teach the public about the plight of bees and raise awareness about humanity’s interdependent relationship with them.</p><p> Please join us during opening week of The Fragile Bee. The exhibit will remain open to the public during normal museum hours (Tues-Sat 10a-5p) through the end of December. </p><p> Exhibition organized through Katherine T. Carter & Associates</p><p> 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 the Old Capitol Museum in advance at (319) 335-0546.</p> 2018-12-16 17:00:00 -0600
12/16/1810:00 a.m.Old Capitol MuseumIowa City -
Terra Nova: Ten Years
<p><strong>Terra Nova: Ten Years</strong></p><p>The CRMA celebrates ten years of collaborating with the Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio. In 2009, the CRMA began meeting with artists who had completed residencies at the Ceramics Center and acquiring a piece of their work—often completed during their residency—for the Museum’s collection. This mutually beneficial arrangement allowed the artists to establish themselves in a museum collection and receive professional experience with curators while growing the CRMA’s collection of three-dimensional art. The exhibition will display artwork from every resident from 2009 to 2018 and both executive directors, a testament to the fruitfulness of this collaboration.</p><p>Image caption:</p><p>April Woolsey, <em>Ascending Blocks</em>, 2003, terracotta, 13 ¼ x 6 1/3 inches, gift of the artist, 2010.037. </p><p><em>This exhibition and accompanying educational programming have been made possible by the GreatAmerica Financial Services Corporation Donor-Advised Fund of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation. Additional support has been provided by the Hotel-Motel Tax Fund, the Iowa Arts Council, a division of the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs and the National Endowment for the Arts, members of the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, and contributors to the Museum’s Annual Fund. Annual educational programming support has been provided in part by Transamerica.</em></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2018-12-16 16:00:00 -0600
12/16/1812:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
If We Ran the Zoo: Animals in Children's Book Illustration
<p>If We Ran the Zoo: Animals in Children’s Book Illustration</p><p><em>October 6, 2018 – January 13, 2019</em></p><p>Stories about animals have always been a staple of children’s literature. One of the earliest known books aimed at children, the 17th century publication Orbis sensualium pictus, taught children the alphabet by mimicking animal noises. This trope continued in the early- and mid-20th century, called the Golden Age of children’s book illustration. Drawn from the Zerzanek Collection of Original Art from Children's Literature on loan to the CRMA from the Cedar Rapids Public Library, If We Ran the Zoo looks at the various ways animals have shaped children’s literature, from simple science books to loyal pets to fantastical, talking companions.</p><p>Image caption:</p><p>Audrey Chalmers, untitled drawing from <em>Birthday of Obash</em>, page 6, undated, charcoal on paper, 8 ½ x 9 11/16 inches, on loan from the Zerzanek Collection of the Cedar Rapids Public Library, L2009.0217.</p> 2018-12-16 16:00:00 -0600
12/16/1812:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Flight Pattern: Birds in Art
<p>In flight or at rest, birds have long fascinated artists. Often used as symbolic objects for particular virtues, families, or countries, birds in art can carry meaning far beyond their forms. From John Buck’s vibrant woodcut of the extinct dodo bird to Laurie Hogin’s fantastically feathered creations, Flight Pattern celebrates the great variety of avian art in the CRMA collection.</p><p>Image Caption:<br>Phoenix Rising by John Buck<br>John Buck, Phoenix Rising, 2006-2007, woodblock print, 50 x 37 inches, museum purchase made possible by the Collectors' Circle, 2009.078.<br><br><br></p> 2018-12-16 16:00:00 -0600
12/16/1812:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
One War, One Man, One Hundred Years ~ by artist Michael Wilson at CRMA
<p>Iowa artist Michael Wilson was inspired to create this body of work after finding World War I pictures and memorabilia of his beloved great-uncle Herb Thordsen, who served as a machine-gunner in the 321st Machine Gun Battalion. Timed to celebrate the 100th anniversary of the November 11th, 1918 armistice (the “eleventh hour of the eleventh day of the eleventh month”),<span> </span><em>One</em><span> </span>distills the Great War down to the level of one man and the history he shared with his young great-nephew.</p><p><em>September 15 - December 30, 2018</em></p><p>Image Caption: </p><p>Michael Wilson, <em>In Flanders Fields</em>, 2018, oil on linen, 24 x 30 inches, on loan from the artist, L2018.024.</p> 2018-12-16 16:00:00 -0600
12/16/1812:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
<p><em>Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon</em> offers an expansive look at Wood’s life and career though his art. Housed in one of our largest first-floor galleries, this new installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career, cut tragically short by his death in 1942. </p><p><br></p><p>Image: Grant Wood,<span> </span><em>Overmantle Decoration</em>, 1930. Oil on Upson board, 41 ¼ x 64 in. Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, Gift of Isabel R. Stamats in memory of Herbert S. Stamats. 73.3</p> 2018-12-16 16:00:00 -0600
12/16/1812:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon
<p><em>Grant Wood: From Farm Boy to American Icon</em> offers an expansive look at Wood’s life and career though his art. Housed in one of our largest first-floor galleries, this new installation reflects the depth of the CRMA’s Grant Wood collection as well as the great breadth of Woods’ career, cut tragically short by his death in 1942.</p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Image: Grant Wood, <em>Overmantle Decoration</em>, 1930. Oil on Upson board, 41 ¼ x 64 in. Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, Gift of Isabel R. Stamats in memory of Herbert S. Stamats. 73.3</span></p> 2018-12-16 16:00:00 -060012/16/1812:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
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Art in the Afternoon
<p><strong>Art in the Afternoon</strong></p><p><strong>Fee: none.</strong><strong> No registration.</strong></p><p>Open to All Ages</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><strong>Sundays</strong><strong>, 9/16, 10/21, 11/18, 12/16</strong></p><p><strong>1</strong><strong> - 2:30 PM in the Assembly Room</strong></p><p>Organizer: ArtiFactory</p><p>Since February of 2016, Art in the Afternoon has been a monthly showcase for Iowa City area artists to present their artwork and display their skills. These programs are free and open to the public. This fall we will add to the growing list with four remarkable artists.</p><p><strong>12/16:</strong> Adam Burke is an intermedia artist working in video, performance, and photography. He is also a writer and editor. His award-winning documentaries, animations, and music videos have been screened in festivals across the country and can be found in the collections of the University of Florida, Kansas State University, University of Nebraska at Omaha, and more. He was a studio assistant to Hans Breder for several years, working on digital paintings, installations, performances, music, and dozens of videos. While studying with Breder as an MFA student in Intermedia and Video Art, he was awarded the Ana Mendieta Scholarship. Burke is a 2018 graduate of the Eon Virtual Reality Innovation Academy at Eastern Iowa Community College in Davenport.</p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><em>These programs are presented in partnership with The ArtiFactory, a project of Arts Iowa City, a 501(c)(3) organization whose vision is to create a community arts center in Iowa City. Learn more at artifactory.artsiowacity.org, or email artifactory@artsiowacity.org to get involved.</em></p> 2018-09-24 14:30:00 -0500
12/16/181:00 p.m.Iowa City/Johnson County Senior CenterIowa City -
Wrap and Yap
<p>Socialize while wrapping your gifts. This is a great opportunity to get those "special" gifts wrapped without prying eyes! </p> 2018-11-06 17:00:00 -060012/16/182:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Scholastic Chess Club
<p>Join the Scholastic Chess Club the first and third Sundays of the month (Oct-May) from 2-5 pm at Downtown Library. Students grades K-12 are welcome to come and learn how to play this great universal game! Take part in group lessons, organized chess activities, friendly tournaments, and free time to just play chess. For more information, connect with the Cedar Rapids Chess Club on Facebook or visit <a href="http://www.chessiniowa.org/crchess">www.chessiniowa.org/crchess</a>.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2018-12-16 16:30:00 -0600
12/16/182:00 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Skate with Santa
<p>Come skate with Santa and his little helpers! Enjoy games, crafts and cookie decorating. CR Face Painting will also be here!</p><p><br></p><p>$8.00 per skater (admission & skate rental)</p> 2018-11-27 17:00:00 -060012/16/183:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Ice ArenaCedar Rapids -
Santa, Snacks, and Stories at Brucemore
<p>Children are invited to Brucemore for a festive and memorable evening of holiday tradition.<span> The Mansion’s holiday décor and the estate’s seasonal spirit add to the evening’s activities. Children will participate in a craft, listen to holiday stories, and give Santa their wish-lists. In between activities, children and parents are invited to view the first and second floors of the mansion and to ask any questions to the available stationary guides. Space is limited - tickets on sale now. </span></p> 2018-12-16 19:30:00 -0600
12/16/185:30 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Quatermania
<p>Every Sunday & Wednesday 8pm-Midnight. Pay $6 cover and enjoy 25 cent games of bowling, 25 cent shoe rental, 25 cent pop and 50 cent domestic drafts + $2 U Call It's. Ladies pay only $3 on Wednesdays. </p> 2018-12-16 00:00:00 -060012/16/188:00 p.m.Westdale Bowling Center & Lazer TagCedar Rapids -
Tannenbaum Forest
<p>A forest of decorated trees, Nativity, a 17 ft German pyramid and Santa. Friday-Sunday from Nov 23- Dec 16.</p><p>see festivalsinamana.com for dates and times open. </p><p>Free will donation.</p> 2018-12-16 16:00:00 -0600
12/16/1811:00 p.m.Festhalle BarnAmana -
Portrayal of Mount Vernon Art Exhibition
<p>The Portrayal of Mount Vernon is an exhibition of works created all over Mount Vernon, IA on Oct 6th. This exhibit is a must see. Vote for your favorite piece. This years exhibit features 35 pieces portraying images from all over Mount Vernon, IA.</p><p>Enjoy wine tasting while browsing the gallery.</p><p>The exhibit runs thru Jan 25th.</p> 2018-12-28 15:00:00 -0600
12/28/1810:00 a.m.Mount Vernon CreatesMount Vernon -
Portrayal of Mount Vernon Art Exhibition
<p>The Portrayal of Mount Vernon is an exhibition of works created all over Mount Vernon, IA on Oct 6th. This exhibit is a must see. Vote for your favorite piece. This years exhibit features 35 pieces portraying images from all over Mount Vernon, IA.</p><p>Enjoy wine tasting while browsing the gallery.</p><p>The exhibit runs thru Jan 25th.</p> 2019-01-04 15:00:00 -0600
1/04/1910:00 a.m.Mount Vernon CreatesMount Vernon -
Portrayal of Mount Vernon Art Exhibition
<p>The Portrayal of Mount Vernon is an exhibition of works created all over Mount Vernon, IA on Oct 6th. This exhibit is a must see. Vote for your favorite piece. This years exhibit features 35 pieces portraying images from all over Mount Vernon, IA.</p><p>Enjoy wine tasting while browsing the gallery.</p><p>The exhibit runs thru Jan 25th.</p> 2019-01-11 15:00:00 -0600
1/11/1910:00 a.m.Mount Vernon CreatesMount Vernon -
Portrayal of Mount Vernon Art Exhibition
<p>The Portrayal of Mount Vernon is an exhibition of works created all over Mount Vernon, IA on Oct 6th. This exhibit is a must see. Vote for your favorite piece. This years exhibit features 35 pieces portraying images from all over Mount Vernon, IA.</p><p>Enjoy wine tasting while browsing the gallery.</p><p>The exhibit runs thru Jan 25th.</p> 2019-01-18 15:00:00 -0600
1/18/1910:00 a.m.Mount Vernon CreatesMount Vernon -
Portrayal of Mount Vernon Art Exhibition
<p>The Portrayal of Mount Vernon is an exhibition of works created all over Mount Vernon, IA on Oct 6th. This exhibit is a must see. Vote for your favorite piece. This years exhibit features 35 pieces portraying images from all over Mount Vernon, IA.</p><p>Enjoy wine tasting while browsing the gallery.</p><p>The exhibit runs thru Jan 25th.</p> 2019-01-25 15:00:00 -0600
1/25/1910:00 a.m.Mount Vernon CreatesMount Vernon -
Diary of a Worm, a Spider & a Fly
<p>Insects rule in the diaries of unlikely best friends: Worm, Spider and Fly. Worm eats his homework, Fly believes she has superpowers, and Spider can’t wait to grow up and molt.</p><p>This production, based on the books <em>Diary of a Worm, Diary of a Spider</em>, and <em>Diary of a Fly</em>, by Doreen Cronin, promotes eco-consciousness, earth science and tolerance of others. You might just find that a bug’s life is not all that different from your own in this joyful, hip musical. This performance is part of our Youth Matinee Series. <a href="https://www.center.iastate.edu/events/diary-of-a-worm-a-spider-a-fly/">Tickets start at $4.</a></p>
4/05/1910:00 a.m.Stephens AuditoriumAmes -
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Medicaid Crisis Planning for a Single Person
<p><strong>Medicaid Crisis Planning for a Single Person</strong> presented by Frank A. Varvaris and Associates. Learn about strategies that can be used to to help preserve the assets of a single individual who is currently in a nursing facility or will soon be faced with nursing home placement. </p><p>This 60 minute seminar will explain some basic rules about Medicaid eligibility, how and when to apply for Medicaid, income and resource limits, Income conversion, gifting strategies, look back rules, penalty periods, and more. This is valuable information for consumers.</p><p>Our educational programs are free and open to the public. However, you must RSVP 319-862-0363. Financial advisors, and agents and their staff, are not invited to this seminar, but we encourage you to call our office for an appointment to discuss referrals. </p> 2018-12-09 19:00:00 -0600
1/15/196:00 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Mount Vernon Creates Bridal Expo
<p>Plan your dream wedding at the Mount Vernon Creates Bridal Expo at Mount Vernon Creates in Mount Vernon IA.</p><p>Feb 9<sup>th</sup> from 10 – 4 pm.</p><p>The first 50 brides receive a swag bag filled with goodies.</p><p>Our Bridal expo is free to attend.</p><p>Save time in your planning process by visiting with various wedding experts in one location. Get inspiration during the model show.</p><p>This beautiful event center on historic Main Street in Mount Vernon IA is the perfect place to host your bridal shower, reception, bachelorette party and all festivities for your wedding day.<span> </span></p><p>Imagine a wedding at the Memorial Park gazebo followed by an evening at Mount Vernon Creates.<span> </span></p><p>We work with local businesses to provide the experience you are looking for.</p><p>We have space for a cocktail hour followed by dinner and music.<span> </span>We have a selection of local wines from Cedar Ridge and Brick Arch and are planning to expand our selections.<span> </span>Stop in today to book your big day.</p><p>Listing of vendors to come…save the date!</p> 2018-12-11 16:00:00 -06002/09/1910:00 a.m.Mount Vernon CreatesMount Vernon -
Alcohol Inks Painting Class - Mount Vernon Creates
<p>Alcohol Inks Painting Class...sign up now at Mount Vernon Creates. This class is designed for non-artists and artists wanting to pick up techniques. You will be taught techniques in which to build on and create your own master pieces. We will complete a few projects on Yupo paper and tiles.</p><p><br></p><p>Cost for class: 25.00 (includes materials)</p><p><br></p><p>We also have Cedar Ridge or Brick Arch wine on site for sale. You can bring in snacks to enjoy.</p><p><br></p><p>If you would like to schedule a private painting event for a group, please let us know.</p><p><br></p><p>Sign up ahead and pay, there must be four students to hold the class.</p><p><br></p><p>Projects:</p><p><br></p><p>Abstract play with Inks</p><p>Marbling</p><p>Blown Flowers</p> 2018-12-12 20:00:00 -0600
1/15/196:00 p.m.Mount Vernon CreatesMount Vernon -
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> 2019-03-28 17:30:00 -0500
3/28/193:30 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar 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> 2019-04-04 17:30:00 -0500
4/04/193:30 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids