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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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Anything Could Happen!
<p>Every Friday, you’re out early. You’re bored and looking for something to do. Your search is over! Friday afternoons starting at 1:30, we will have themed activities for teens ranging from making stuffed animals to playing with robots. Meet us in the Union at the Downtown Library. Anything could happen!</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-01-04 15:00:00 -0600
1/04/191:30 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Anything Could Happen!
<p>Every Friday, you’re out early. You’re bored and looking for something to do. Your search is over! Friday afternoons starting at 1:30, we will have themed activities for teens ranging from making stuffed animals to playing with robots. Meet us in the Union at the Downtown Library. Anything could happen!</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-02-08 15:00:00 -0600
2/08/191:30 p.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
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30 Neo-Futurist Plays From Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind
<p>Having opened in 1988 and still playing today as the longest-running show in Chicago history, Too Much Light Makes the Baby Go Blind is an ensemble experiment in presenting "30 Plays in 60 Minutes". The actors will perform 30 two-minute plays in 60 minutes! An interactive audience picks the order throughout this extremely energetic and unique show- so every night is different! And just to keep the pressure on, an onstage 60-minute timer keeps everyone honest.</p><p> </p><p>Presented by the University of Dubuque Department of Fine and Performing Arts.<br><br><span>Adults: $10 | Non-UD Students: $5 | UD Faculty/Staff/Students: FREE</span></p> 2018-09-05 12:00:00 -05003/29/197:30 p.m.Babka Theatre - University of Dubuque Heritage CenterDubuque -
The Aftermath of World War I: Postcards of Iowa Mason Jesse A. Danielson
<p>The Iowa Masonic Library opens a new temporary exhibition on July 9, 2018. The exhibit is composed of postcard photographs that Iowa Mason Jesse A. Danielson either took or purchased during his tour of duty in France, Belgium and Germany at the end of World War I Many show the devastation of places such as Ypres, Zeebrugge and Ostend in Belgium, Rheims in northeast France and Cologne in Germany.</p> 2018-12-17 17:00:00 -0600
12/17/188:00 a.m.Iowa Masonic Library and MuseumsCedar Rapids -
Holiday Traditions
<p>Annual Christmas tree exhibit.</p> 2018-12-17 17:00:00 -060012/17/189:00 a.m.Herbert Hoover Presidential Museum and LibraryWest Branch -
Toddler Story Time
<p>Join us for books and songs chosen for the 3 and under crowd. This is followed by Alphabet Art at 10:30.</p> 2018-12-17 10:20:00 -0600
12/17/1810:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
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> 2018-12-17 17:00:00 -0600
12/17/1810:00 a.m.Old Capitol MuseumIowa City -
Alphabet Art
<p>Join us at the library to talk about our letter of the day, read a story and do a craft using that letter. Your child will leave knowing what the letter of the day looks like. Designed for ages 2-4. All are welcome. </p> 2018-12-17 11:00:00 -0600
12/17/1810:30 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Wrapping Relief: A gift-wrapping fundraiser for Girls On The Run of Eastern Iowa
<p>A social-media-worthy-under-the-Christmas-tree made easy. A few of Santa’s uber talented elves (aka: Gangsta Wrappas) are posting up at The Dostal House this holiday season to save you from your horrible gift wrapping abilities. Drop off unwrapped items, pick up gifts so beautiful they deserve an Instagram post! &... (bonus!)...give to a great program, all at the same time. If that’s not holiday magic, we don’t know what is!<span> </span><span> </span></p><p>ALL proceeds will go to Girls On The Run of Eastern Iowa this year! The Women of The House are super fans of this amazing program, who’s mission is to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy & confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. GOTR prepares 3rd - 8th grade girls in Eastern Iowa for a lifetime of self-respect & healthy living. (*cue Beyonce… because, who runs the world?!*)</p><p>Pricing:</p><p>- small is $5</p><p>- medium is $10</p><p>- large is $15<span> </span></p><p>Hours for drop-off & pick-up:</p><p>Monday - Friday 12pm - 6pm.</p> 2018-12-17 18:00:00 -0600
12/17/1812:00 p.m.The Dostal HouseCedar Rapids -
Project Holiday meal distribution
<p>Over 4,000 individuals will enjoy holiday meals this December due to the generosity of our sponsor MidwestOne Bank, our community, and the efforts of volunteers and staff at The Crisis Center.</p><p>The need for food in our community continues to grow and so do the prices at the supermarket. <strong>A $25 donation will purchase a complete holiday meal for a local family in need. <em>Donations will be accepted through the end of the year.</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Clients receive their choice of entrée, sides, vegetables, and a variety of other grocery items needed to prepare a holiday feast. We also offer diverse options by purchasing ethnically varied ingredients for all families to create a traditional holiday meal.<span> </span></p> 2018-11-28 16:30:00 -0600
12/17/1812:00 p.m.The Crisis Center of Johnson CountyIowa City -
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> 2018-12-17 19:30:00 -0600
12/17/185:30 p.m.BrucemoreCedar Rapids -
Project FeederWatch in the Bird Room
<p>Project FeederWatch is a winter-long survey of birds that visit feeders at Indian Creek Nature Center and other locales in North America. Join a Naturalist to count the birds at our Bird Room feeders from November through February. We’ll send our counts to Project FeederWatch to help scientists track broad scale movements of winter bird populations and long-term trends in bird distribution and abundance. All are welcome! FeederWatch is conducted by people of all skill levels and backgrounds. Free</p> 2018-12-18 11:00:00 -060012/18/189:00 a.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
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Project FeederWatch in the Bird Room
<p>Project FeederWatch is a winter-long survey of birds that visit feeders at Indian Creek Nature Center and other locales in North America. Join a Naturalist to count the birds at our Bird Room feeders from November through February. We’ll send our counts to Project FeederWatch to help scientists track broadscale movements of winter bird populations and long-term trends in bird distribution and abundance. All are welcome! FeederWatch is conducted by people of all skill levels and backgrounds. Free.</p> 2018-12-18 11:00:00 -060012/18/189:00 a.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
Holiday Traditions
<p>Annual Christmas tree exhibit.</p> 2018-12-18 17:00:00 -060012/18/189:00 a.m.Herbert Hoover Presidential Museum and LibraryWest Branch -
Get Free Books, Magazines, Movies and More with your Library Card!
<p>Discover the great resources the library offers</p><p>for your smartphone or tablet. Library patrons</p><p>can learn how to use the various apps to access</p><p>what the library has to offer. Bring your library</p><p>card, library card password/pin, and your device,</p><p>and we’ll get you started! Please note that if</p><p>you live outside of Iowa City, you need to bring</p><p>your Coralville or North Liberty library card and</p><p>password. Presented in partnership with the Iowa</p><p>City Public Library.</p> 2018-10-02 11:30:00 -050012/18/1810:00 a.m.The CenterIowa City -
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> 2018-12-18 17:00:00 -0600
12/18/1810:00 a.m.Old Capitol MuseumIowa City -
Doodlebugs @MPL—Polar Opposites
<table border="0" cellpadding="0" cellspacing="0" width="100%"><tbody><tr><td valign="top" width="60%">Doodlebugs is a week early this month so mark your calendars!<span> </span><br><br><span>This fall D</span>oodlebugs will visit the zoo and meet a variety of artistic and silly animals, inspired by our newest exhibition, <em>If We Ran the Zoo: Animals in Children’s Book Illustration</em> (10/6/18-1/13/19). Join us each month to read a silly animal story and do a fun animal art project! <br><br><span>o<span> </span></span><span>Today we’ll read a book about polar bears who live in the Arctic, and penguins who live in the Antarctic. Then we’ll create polar bear portraits!</span><br><span>o</span><br><br><br><br><br> <a href="http://reddit.com/submit?url=http://www.crma.org/Event/Detail/1565/Doodlebugs-MPL-Polar-Opposites.aspx&title=Doodlebugs @MPL—Polar Opposites" target="_blank"></a> <br><br><br><br></td><td><br></td></tr></tbody></table>
12/18/1810:45 a.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
Wrapping Relief: A gift-wrapping fundraiser for Girls On The Run of Eastern Iowa
<p>A social-media-worthy-under-the-Christmas-tree made easy. A few of Santa’s uber talented elves (aka: Gangsta Wrappas) are posting up at The Dostal House this holiday season to save you from your horrible gift wrapping abilities. Drop off unwrapped items, pick up gifts so beautiful they deserve an Instagram post! &... (bonus!)...give to a great program, all at the same time. If that’s not holiday magic, we don’t know what is!<span> </span><span> </span></p><p>ALL proceeds will go to Girls On The Run of Eastern Iowa this year! The Women of The House are super fans of this amazing program, who’s mission is to inspire girls to be joyful, healthy & confident using a fun, experience-based curriculum which creatively integrates running. GOTR prepares 3rd - 8th grade girls in Eastern Iowa for a lifetime of self-respect & healthy living. (*cue Beyonce… because, who runs the world?!*)</p><p>Pricing:</p><p>- small is $5</p><p>- medium is $10</p><p>- large is $15<span> </span></p><p>Hours for drop-off & pick-up:</p><p>Monday - Friday 12pm - 6pm.</p> 2018-12-18 18:00:00 -0600
12/18/1812:00 p.m.The Dostal HouseCedar Rapids -
Project Holiday meal distribution
<p>Over 4,000 individuals will enjoy holiday meals this December due to the generosity of our sponsor MidwestOne Bank, our community, and the efforts of volunteers and staff at The Crisis Center.</p><p>The need for food in our community continues to grow and so do the prices at the supermarket. <strong>A $25 donation will purchase a complete holiday meal for a local family in need. <em>Donations will be accepted through the end of the year.</em></strong></p><p><br></p><p>Clients receive their choice of entrée, sides, vegetables, and a variety of other grocery items needed to prepare a holiday feast. We also offer diverse options by purchasing ethnically varied ingredients for all families to create a traditional holiday meal.<span> </span></p> 2018-12-18 16:30:00 -0600
12/18/1812:00 p.m.The Crisis Center of Johnson CountyIowa 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> 2018-12-18 16:00:00 -0600
12/18/1812:00 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> 2018-12-18 16:00:00 -0600
12/18/1812:00 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> 2018-12-18 16:00:00 -0600
12/18/1812:00 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> 2018-12-18 16:00:00 -0600
12/18/1812:00 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> 2018-12-18 16:00:00 -0600
12/18/1812:00 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> 2018-12-18 16:00:00 -060012/18/1812:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
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2 Buck Tuesdays
<p>Every Tuesday 1-8pm enjoy $2 games of bowling, $2 shoe rental, $2 pop, $2 domestic drafts, $2 hot dog. </p> 2018-12-18 20:00:00 -060012/18/181:00 p.m.Westdale Bowling Center & Lazer TagCedar Rapids -
Introduction to Community Singing at Prairiewoods
<p>Come together with people of all ages and lift your voices with purpose, passion and joy! Andy Douglas and Prairiewoods’ new Artist in Residence Carol Tyx will lead this Introduction to Community Singing at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha). Come together to sing simple layer songs, rounds, spirituals and a few holiday songs, taught in the oral tradition. (Many of the songs were written by members of the Community Sing movement.) In addition to learning new songs, you’ll also learn how singing can create community in various situations, such as moments of transition and celebration. A free-will offering will be accepted at the door. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2018-11-05 20:00:00 -0600
12/18/186:00 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Backyard Chicken Workshop
<p>Learn the basic information you need to raise hens in urban and suburban areas. Participants will receive a certificate of completion, enabling them to get a permit to legally keep chickens in Cedar Rapids and other communities. M $10; NM $12</p> 2018-10-06 19:30:00 -050012/18/186:00 p.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
Grant Wood Elementary Christmas Carols at Vue Rooftop
<p>A group of students from Grant Wood Elementary will be performing Christmas Carols at Vue Rooftop in Iowa City! Come see them perform and 10% of dinner proceeds will be donated to their music department!</p><p>December 18th at 7pm - 8pm.</p><p><a data-lynx-mode="hover" data-lynx-uri="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fwww.vuerooftop-ic.com%2Fcommunitynight%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3gUYyvsa5Fi7LVHXwcAqSvx7i1zju0wYm212k_h23MPHRC94t-tZ4dZFw&h=AT0Sbgde_EN84coX_cqQjP_5GRXmgP7qnPnR0kh10ZPuFt6hZse0y68wwyKXHVdy07qFsE7pcmhFHvio3oo83ze7hvAr0wLXtSYAb82Yg0v2xhc-0vR4HXy7UqVpfNfSaw" href="https://www.vuerooftop-ic.com/communitynight?fbclid=IwAR3gUYyvsa5Fi7LVHXwcAqSvx7i1zju0wYm212k_h23MPHRC94t-tZ4dZFw" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">https://www.vuerooftop-ic.com/communitynight</a></p> 2018-11-28 20:00:00 -0600
12/18/187:00 p.m.Vue RooftopIowa City -
Bedtime Books Story Time
<p>Join us to listen to some of our favorite bedtime stories every Tuesday evening.</p> 2018-12-18 19:30:00 -0600
12/18/187:00 p.m.Ely Public LibraryEly