What is Out and Active?
If you enjoy being active, the Corridor offers dance events, health/fitness activities, outdoor adventures and all kinds of sports and recreation. Find these great things to do with Hoopla's Out and Active segment.
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PD Dance Moves
<p>60-minute dance program for People with Parkinson’s Disease. Care partners are welcome to attend. Dance can improve balance, flexibility, range of motion, and overall improve your ability to accomplish your activities of daily living. The class utilizes technical elements from various dance styles including Jazz, Swing, Salsa, Waltz, Foxtrot, and Argentine Tango. Previous dance experience not required.</p> 2019-02-27 11:30:00 -06002/27/1910:30 a.m.Eastern Iowa Parkinson's Wellness & Resource CenterCedar Rapids -
Blood Pressure Nutrition Tour
<p>Find foods that fit into a low sodium, blood pressure lowering diet. Learn how some can even naturally lower your blood pressure. Walk the aisles with Hy-Vee dietitian Judy Fitzgibbons. Other tour times available. Contact Judy at <a href="mailto:jfitzgibbons@hy-vee.com">jfitzgibbons@hy-vee.com</a>. Preregistration requested, but walk-ins welcome. To register call 319-365-0477.</p> 2019-02-27 12:45:00 -06002/27/1912:00 p.m.Johnson Avenue Hy-Vee Food StoreCedar Rapids -
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Moving with Parkinson's - Exercise for PD
<p>60-minute class designed for those who have been diagnosed with Parkinson's Disease or other neurological disease. Participants must be able to stand independently from a chair and walk independently or assisted by a walker or cane. Exercises consist of range of motion, strength, flexibility, postural stability, cognitive, balance, and gait. Care Partners are welcome to participate.</p> 2019-02-27 13:45:00 -06002/27/1912:45 p.m.Iowa City/Johnson County Senior CenterIowa City -
Caregiver Massages
<p>Ten minute chair massages are available to all Family Caregivers on a first come, first served basis. Reservations are required. To register for a massage session or to register for caregiving assistance while attending this event, please let us know in advance by calling (319) 221-8866 or emailing fcgc@mercycare.org. There may be charges associated with this program.</p> 2019-01-31 14:30:00 -0600
2/27/191:00 p.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
Parkin-Singers - Vocal Exercise for PD
<p>Parkinsingers is a 45-minute vocal exercise group for those with Parkinson's and their caregivers. There are MANY benefits to singing! These include: improving volume and clarity when speaking, strengthening muscles involved in swallowing and breathing, increasing mood, providing opportunities for self-expression, and of course having fun! Each class we begin with vocal warm ups and then sing through favorite songs. No previous singing experience required, and all are welcome!</p> 2019-02-27 13:45:00 -06002/27/191:00 p.m.Eastern Iowa Parkinson's Wellness & Resource CenterCedar Rapids -
Drop-In Caregiver Support Group
<p>Join this drop-in support group to meet other caregivers and connect with those in like circumstances. Ann Drobot from the Alzheimer’s Association will be available to visit individually with anyone would like to talk to her. If you would like caregiving assistance while attending this event, please call (319) 221-8866 or email fcgc@mercycare.org.</p> 2019-01-31 15:00:00 -0600
2/27/191:30 p.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
Indulge or Deny for Lent?
<p>Indulge or Deny?</p><p>Wednesday, February 27</p><p>5:30 to 6:30 p.m.</p><p>St. Paul's United Methodist Church</p><p>Room 119</p><p><br></p><p>Scripture instructs us to treat ourselves, as well as others, well. Can scripture inspire us to do both? Some religious traditions recognize Lent by choosing something in everyday habits to “give up”, something that we enjoy. Come and consider how you and your family might “indulge in” 6 healthy practices during Lent that lead to healthier bodies, minds and spirits. Led by St. Paul's member and registered dietitian, Judy Fitzgibbons, we'll see if we're indulging or denying ourselves in those practices and explore ideas for healthy indulgence. Mary Horn, parish nurse, will on hand to do blood pressure checks. </p> 2019-02-05 18:30:00 -06002/27/195:30 p.m.St. Paul's United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
Parenting Young Children
<p>Parenting Young Children workshops offer families an opportunity to explore many different parenting topics. Participants will choose topics that are relevant to their everyday lives upon registration and the workshop will focus on these topics. Example topics include Ages and Stages, Positive Discipline, Parenting Strategies, Family Routines, Early Literacy, and much more! Each workshop will begin with a FREE family meal, followed by an hour-long parent workshop, and ending with a parent-child activity. Childcare will be provided nearby during the parent workshop. This workshop offers an opportunity for caregivers to come together to share resources and experiences! Materials, food, and childcare are provided FREE of charge for this workshop. For families with a child ages 0-5 years, siblings welcome!</p> 2019-02-27 19:30:00 -06002/27/195:30 p.m.Mercy Medical CenterCedar Rapdis -
Diabetes and You: Take Control of Your Quality of Life
<p>Half of men diagnosed with Type 2 diabetes will have erectile dysfunction within 5 to 10 years. But you can lead a normal life as a diabetic—if you’re willing to take control of your health with lifestyle changes and the right care plan.</p><p>Whether you have Type 1 or Type 2 diabetes or you think you’re at risk, the University of Iowa Men’s Health Program invites you to a frank discussion with our experts, where you’ll learn about the effects of diabetes on a man’s quality of life, including:</p><ul><li>-<strong> Erectile dysfunction:</strong> How you can keep it from impacting your health and happiness</li><li><br></li><li>-<strong> Bladder health:</strong> Managing your diabetes to help with urinary leakage and the never-ending need to go</li><li><br></li><li>-<strong> Your total health:</strong> Changing your lifestyle for better health while watching out for signs of other issues, like high blood pressure and heart disease</li></ul><p><br></p><p>Enjoy light refreshments, hear an inspirational story of better health from a fellow diabetic, and participate in a Q&A session. This is a free educational program. Spouses or guests are welcome to attend.</p><p><strong>You’ll meet these UI Health Care experts:</strong></p><p>- Urologist Amy Pearlman, MD</p><p>- Endocrinologist Yumi Imai, MD</p><p>- Cardiologist Linda Lee, MD</p><p><br></p><p><strong>What: </strong>Diabetes and You: Take Control of Your Quality of Life</p><p><strong>When:</strong> Wednesday, Feb. 27, 6:30 p.m.</p><p><strong>Where:</strong> UI Health Care–Iowa River Landing, 105 East 9th Street, Coralville (just off I-80, with plenty of free parking)</p><p><br></p><p><strong>To register and to learn more: uihc.org/men.</strong></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 an accommodation in order to participate in this program, please contact the UI Health Care Marketing and Communications Division of Outreach and Engagement in advance via email at community-education@uiowa.edu or by phone at 877-MED-IOWA.</em></p> 2019-01-29 20:00:00 -06002/27/196:30 p.m.UI Health Care - Iowa River LandingCoralville -
Country's Dance / Family Night
<p>DJ music by Mike Boerjan</p><p>Requests welcome</p><p>Country Line Dance</p><p>Line Dance Lesson</p><p>Large dance floor</p><p>All ages welcome</p><p>$5.00 admission</p> 2019-02-27 21:00:00 -06002/27/197:00 p.m.DanceMor BallroomSwisher -
Story Time
<p>Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs on Thursdays at Ladd Library.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-02-28 10:30:00 -0600
2/28/1910:00 a.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Moving with Parkinson's - Exercise for PD
<p>60-minute class designed for those who have been diagnosed with PD or other neurological disease. Participants must be able to stand independently from a chair, and walk independently or assisted by a walker or cane. Exercises consist of range of motion, strength, flexibility, postural stability, cognitive, balance, and gait. Care Partners are welcome to attend.</p> 2019-02-28 11:30:00 -06002/28/1910:30 a.m.Eastern Iowa Parkinson's Wellness & Resource CenterCedar Rapids -
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Chair Yoga
<p><strong>Yoga has been shown to improve overall health when practiced regularly. As with many forms of exercise, it can be modified for people of varying abilities. Chair yoga is a gentle form of yoga that can be done sitting on a chair or standing on the ground while using the chair for support. It is beneficial for people with limited mobility and for those who want to practice yoga at their workplace.</strong></p> 2019-02-28 13:00:00 -06002/28/1912:00 p.m.Eastern Iowa Parkinson's Wellness & Resource CenterCedar Rapids -
Fighting PD - Boxing for Parkinson's
<p>This is a 60 minute, intermediate to advanced level class consisting of non-contact boxing using bags and mitts, as well as exercise drills. Cardiovascular, strength exercises, cognitive exercises, and balance are included.</p> 2019-02-28 14:30:00 -06002/28/191:30 p.m.Eastern Iowa Parkinson's Wellness & Resource CenterCedar Rapids -
WILD BILL & THE PONY EXPRESS
<p>WILD BILL AND THE PONY EXPRESS AT THE VFW POST# 788 EVERY THURSDAY IN JANUARY & FEBRUARY 2019 FROM 5 TO 9 PM. COST $6.00</p><p>SHORT ORDERS AVAILABLE FROM 5 TO 7 PM.</p><p>OPEN TO THE PUBLIC.</p> 2019-02-28 21:00:00 -06002/28/195:00 p.m.VFW Post # 788Cedar Rapids, Iowa -
Cornell College Department of Theatre and Dance: Dance Concert
2/28/197:30 p.m.Cornell College, Kimmel TheatreMount Vernon -
Mother Goose on the Loose
<p>“Mother Goose on the Loose” is a 20-minute nursery rhyme program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 30-minute playtime. This program helps strengthen babies’ and toddlers' foundation for literacy with rhymes, rhythm, repetition, story and movement. Registration is no longer required!</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-03-01 10:25:00 -06003/01/199:30 a.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
Moving with Parkinson's - Exercise for PD
<p>60-minute class designed for those who have been diagnosed with PD or other neurological disease. Participants must be able to stand independently from a chair, and walk independently or assisted by a walker or cane. Exercises consist of range of motion, strength, flexibility, postural stability, cognitive, balance, and gait. Care Partners are welcome to attend.</p> 2019-03-01 11:30:00 -06003/01/1910:30 a.m.Eastern Iowa Parkinson's Wellness & Resource CenterCedar Rapids -
Heart Health Nutrition Tour
<p>Learn foods that will lower your bad cholesterol, raise your good cholesterol and help you enjoy improved heart health. Walk the aisles with Hy-Vee dietitian Judy Fitzgibbons. Can't come today? Contact Judy for other tour dates. <a href="mailto:jfitzgibbons@hy-vee.com">jfitzgibbons@hy-vee.com</a>. Pre-registration requested but walk-ins welcome. Register by calling 319-365-0477.</p> 2019-03-01 12:45:00 -06003/01/1912:00 p.m.Johnson Avenue Hy-Vee Food StoreCedar Rapids -
Antique Spectacular Vintage Market * March 1-3
<p>Antique Spectacular Vintage Market * March 1-3</p><p>QCCA Expo Center, 2621 4th Ave, Rock Island, IL * Quad Cities Friday 4-9; Saturday 10-6; Sunday 10-4</p><p>$8 Adm </p><p>_____________________________</p><p> Parking is FREE and Vitsit: <a data-lynx-mode="hover" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fantiquespectacular.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR11Zsl2hvrrOrKCBLiqntH7D11VyRx2ZvC9tfbIRD9bck__cpH9R4WjZsU&h=AT26B0O0n79E0kPtv5BIwOAOG9D6dsPA6cLgl0fahj_NYWNWIrNevKQCK00ZHmwGNtXFwhZyz549Bci7Iw4k3NVDzdELTioftzGwWX80T0TyZg53BvGDZl3tSPhGmfWHcaEzU8Q" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://antiquespectacular.com</a> for your admission savings</p><p><br></p><p>With the Antique Spectacular, there is always something for every collector, whether they have a new interest in vintage & repurposed for decorating their home or have been collecting antiques for years. This includes great furniture, art pottery, country, stoneware, books, prints, primitives, jewelry, silver, antique glassware, American Indian items, china, postcards, coins, quilts, dolls, toys, advertising, marbles, rugs, vintage textiles and period pieces. The list of amazing vintage items is endless and all under one roof for the convenience to shop all weekend, for a timeless vintage treasure, that is new to you.</p> 2019-02-08 21:00:00 -0600
3/01/194:00 p.m.QCCA Expo CenterRock Island -
square dance
<p>Wear denim, or not, and come dance with the Rapid Eights Square and Round Dance Club. Call 377-6775 for more information.</p> 2019-01-27 21:00:00 -06003/01/197:00 p.m.First Ave Baptist Church of MarionMarion -
English Country Dance
<p>Come to the English Country Dance and enjoy moving in smooth figures to gorgeous live music. Everyone who wants to dance is guaranteed a partner. Each dance is taught, and all ages are encouraged to participate. The dance form dates back to the 16th century. It appears in some movies portraying Queen Elizabeth I, as well as in film adaptations of Dickens and Jane Austen novels. Each dance has its own music. The tunes are hauntingly beautiful, ranging from old ballads, jigs, and reels to several immortalized in classical music and opera.</p> 2019-03-01 22:00:00 -06003/01/197:00 p.m.Iowa City/Johnson County Senior CenterIowa City -
Ballroom & Latin Dancing at Old Brick
<h5><strong>Ballroom and Latin Social Dancing</strong></h5><p>Hosted by Iowa Corridor USA Dance Chapter #2100 serving the Iowa City/Coralville/North Liberty Corridor.</p><p> </p><p>West Coast Swing lesson with Joe Retek from Swing Storm Dance Co. at 7:30pm. </p><p>Social dancing to recorded music 8:30pm - 10:45pm.<br><br>Lesson included with price of admission!<br>All levels of dancers welcome!<br>No experience required!<br>No partner required!<br><br>Cost: USA Dance members-$6 / Non-members-$8 / Student-$4<br><br>Contact information: info@corridordance.org<br>Website: http://corridordance.org</p> 2019-02-03 22:45:00 -0600
3/01/197:30 p.m.Old BrickIowa City -
Cornell College Department of Theatre and Dance: Dance Concert
3/01/197:30 p.m.Cornell College, Kimmel TheatreMount Vernon -
Urbana Legion Auxiliary
<p>Breakfast Urbana American Legion Auxiliary, Saturday, February 2nd. Serving 7:30am to 11am, biscuits and gravy, pancakes, waffles, sausage patties, eggs, orange juice, milk, and coffee. Free will donation.<span> </span>First Saturday of every month</p> 2019-03-02 11:00:00 -06003/02/197:30 a.m.Urbana American Legion HallUrbana -
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Free First Saturday for Students: Madame Plam and the Women’s Suffrage
<p>Women had the right to vote in Czechoslovakia since it was formed in 1918. This was all because of the Women’s Suffragette Movement and the women who fought for equal rights. Františka Plamínková – or Madame Plam – was a teacher, journalist, and suffragette in Czechoslovakia, but she also traveled to help women in other countries. For Women’s History Free First Saturday for Students we will learn more about Madame Plam and have a scavenger hunt through the exhibits.</p> 2019-01-19 16:00:00 -0600
3/02/199:30 a.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
It’s Maple Syrupin’ Time!
<p><strong><p dir="ltr">Capacity: 80</p><p dir="ltr">Location: Barn Lower Level, Sugar House</p><p dir="ltr">Alternate Location: n/a</p><p dir="ltr">Bring the family for a maple syruping experience! Discover how easy it is to tap maple trees and make delicious maple syrup. This is a great family STEM science experience to learn about weather, tree physiology, and the chemistry of syrup making. Use the sugar maker’s tools to tap a tree, visit the Sugar House to learn how sap becomes syrup, and enjoy a taste of ICNC’s real maple syrup on ice cream. Programs are 60 minutes. ALL maple syruping programs will meet at the ICNC Barn (6665 Otis Road SE). Fee: $4. Ages 2 and under free. </p></strong></p><p><br></p> 2019-02-01 12:00:00 -06003/02/1911:00 a.m.Indian Creek Nature Center BarnCedar Rapids -
Superhero & Princess Skate
<p>Come ice skating and wear your favorite Superhero or Princess costume! </p><p>CR Face Painting will be here from 2:00-4:00 pm.</p><p><br></p><p>$8.00 per skater</p> 2019-02-13 17:00:00 -06003/02/191:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Ice ArenaCedar Rapids -
Movin’ at the Museum: March to your own Rhythm
<p>Movin’ at the Museum has expanded this year to once a month EVERY month! Each first Saturday of the month will be another chance for folks to try out another style of physical activity from Zumba to POUND. This provides even more opportunity for everyone to get up and get movin’.</p><p>Zumba mixes low-intensity and high-intensity moves for an interval-style, calorie-burning dance fitness party. Once the Latin and World rhythms take over, you’ll see why Zumba® Fitness classes are often called exercise in disguise. Super effective? Check. Super fun? Check and check.</p><p>Our instructor for our Zumba workout will be <a href="https://strong.zumba.com/en-US/profile/Tara_Allen/66509?fbclid=IwAR0VNwNhYgu3WkhNE1oEcTc91psiXFeLHRKGCRbHZd5PPAyJVo315GQPBKk">Tara Allen</a>!</p> 2019-01-19 14:30:00 -0600
3/02/191:30 p.m.National Czech & Slovak Museum & LibraryCedar Rapids -
Antique Spectacular Vintage Market * March 1-3
<p>Antique Spectacular Vintage Market * March 1-3</p><p>QCCA Expo Center, 2621 4th Ave, Rock Island, IL * Quad Cities Friday 4-9; Saturday 10-6; Sunday 10-4</p><p>$8 Adm </p><p>_____________________________</p><p> Parking is FREE and Vitsit: <a data-lynx-mode="hover" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fantiquespectacular.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR11Zsl2hvrrOrKCBLiqntH7D11VyRx2ZvC9tfbIRD9bck__cpH9R4WjZsU&h=AT26B0O0n79E0kPtv5BIwOAOG9D6dsPA6cLgl0fahj_NYWNWIrNevKQCK00ZHmwGNtXFwhZyz549Bci7Iw4k3NVDzdELTioftzGwWX80T0TyZg53BvGDZl3tSPhGmfWHcaEzU8Q" rel="nofollow noopener" target="_blank">http://antiquespectacular.com</a> for your admission savings</p><p><br></p><p>With the Antique Spectacular, there is always something for every collector, whether they have a new interest in vintage & repurposed for decorating their home or have been collecting antiques for years. This includes great furniture, art pottery, country, stoneware, books, prints, primitives, jewelry, silver, antique glassware, American Indian items, china, postcards, coins, quilts, dolls, toys, advertising, marbles, rugs, vintage textiles and period pieces. The list of amazing vintage items is endless and all under one roof for the convenience to shop all weekend, for a timeless vintage treasure, that is new to you.</p> 2019-03-02 21:00:00 -0600
3/02/194:00 p.m.QCCA Expo CenterRock Island