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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Wickiup’s Wandering Woods Club
<p>The “Club” is a time set aside for play at Wickiup Hill where you know other children will be here to play and make new friends. There is no formal program, but a Naturalist will bring around a critter or two to meet while you are here. You can play inside the Learning Center or outside at the new nature playscape-Wickiup’s Wandering Woods. This program is FREE. No registration required.</p> 2019-01-03 11:00:00 -0600
2/21/1910:00 a.m.Wickiup Hill Learning CenterToddville -
TOPS IA #259
<p>TOPS (Taking Off Pounds Sensibly) It helps us to reach our weight loss goal. Want to know more about TOPS? Come and see for yourself. You will be met with smiles and in creditable support. Progress is made one step at a time. Or is it one pound at a time?This is the foundation for change. </p> 2018-09-20 10:00:00 -05002/28/198:00 a.m.St. Mark's United Methodist ChurchCedar Rapids -
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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> 2019-02-18 11:30:00 -06002/18/1910:30 a.m.Eastern Iowa Parkinson's Wellness & Resource CenterCedar Rapids -
Diabetes Nutrition Tour
<p>Discover diabetes-friendly foods in every aisle and learn how choosing your carbohydrates carefully can make a real difference. Join Hy-Vee dietitian Judy Fitzgibbons as we walk the aisles. Can't make this time? Contact Judy to schedule a tour time convenient for you. <a href="mailto:jfitzgibbons@hy-vee.com">jfitzgibbons@hy-vee.com</a>. Preregistration requested, but walk-ins welcome. Call 319-365-0477.</p> 2019-02-18 12:00:00 -06002/18/1912:00 p.m.Johnson Avenue Hy-Vee Food StoreCedar Rapids -
Gearing Up for Kindergarten
<p>Did you know that by age five 90% of your child’s brain will already be developed? Gearing up for Kindergarten focuses on different aspects of child development and empowers caregivers with resources to become their child’s first teacher and help children prepare to begin Kindergarten. Each workshop will begin with a FREE family meal, followed by an hour-long parent workshop and ending with a parent-child activity. Childcare is 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.</p> 2019-02-18 19:30:00 -06002/18/195:30 p.m.Marion Public LibraryMarion -
Raising School-Ready Readers
<p>Research shows that good literacy skills have a long-term impact on your child’s development! Reading proficiency by third grade is the most important predictor of high school graduation and career success. Also, children who have good literacy skills are less likely to experience grade retention or school failure, drop out, or exhibit delinquent behavior. When they become adults, they are less likely to be unemployed or underemployed.! Each workshop will begin with a FREE family meal, followed by an hour-long parent workshop, and ending with a parent-child literacy 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 3-5 years, siblings welcome!</p> 2019-02-18 19:30:00 -06002/18/195:30 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Male Caregiver Coffee
<p>Male caregivers have a unique perspective. Come share your story with other men. If you would like caregiving assistance while attending this event, please call (319) 221-8866 or email fcgc@mercycare.org.</p> 2019-01-31 10:00:00 -0600
2/19/198:00 a.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
Preschool Story Time
<p>Join us for stories, rhymes, and songs on Tuesdays downtown.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-02-19 10:30:00 -0600
2/19/1910:00 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> 2019-02-19 11:30:00 -06002/19/1910:30 a.m.Eastern Iowa Parkinson's Wellness & Resource CenterCedar Rapids -
Transitioning out of Caregiving - Life After the Long Goodbye
<p>A series of four educational sessions, beginning Feb. 5, focused on helping caregivers successfully move out of the caregiving role. Participants will learn tools to fill the void and manage the spiritual, financial, and emotional aspects of life after their loved one died. The sessions encourage participants to re-establish an identity without a role as a caregiver. <strong>Registration required.</strong></p> 2019-02-19 14:30:00 -0600
2/19/191:00 p.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar 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> 2019-02-19 14:30:00 -06002/19/191:30 p.m.Eastern Iowa Parkinson's Wellness & Resource CenterCedar Rapids -
Chair Yoga for Caregivers & Care Receivers
<p>Come try chair yoga. No complicated maneuvers or complex movements. No previous experience with yoga needed. Registration required. To register for a session or to register for caregiving assistance while attending this event, please let us know in advance by calling (319) 221-8866 or emailing <u>fcgc@mercycare.org</u>. There may be charges associated with this program.</p> 2019-02-19 15:45:00 -0600
2/19/193:00 p.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
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Hy-Vee Heart Health Conversation
<p>Got questions about eating for heart health? Join our Heart Month Ask-the-Dietitian conversation on Tuesday, February 19<sup>th</sup>. Come at 5:30 to enjoy a Healthy Heart Hickory House dinner for just $9*. Our healthy-heart discussion will start at 6 p.m. Get smarter about heart health on Tuesday, February 19<sup>th</sup> at 5:30 pm at your Johnson Avenue Hy-Vee.</p><p>*Dinner purchase is optional.</p> 2019-02-11 18:45:00 -06002/19/195:30 p.m.Johnson Avenue Hy-Vee Food StoreCedar Rapids -
Driving Series for Care Recievers
<p>Learn how to keep your care receiver safe driving during this three part series. On Tues., Feb 19, Dr. Megan Adams Rieck, clinical psychologist, will discuss care receiver driving assessments and difficult conversation about driving. On Tues., Feb. 26, Terry Murrin, AARP driver safety representative, will talk about classes to improve your care receiver’s skill and how to modify vehicles. On Tues., March 5, a panel will discuss community resources to assist with transportation. <strong>Registration required.</strong></p> 2019-02-04 20:00:00 -0600
2/19/196:30 p.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
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> 2019-02-20 10:25:00 -0600
2/20/199:30 a.m.Downtown Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
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> 2019-02-20 11:30:00 -06002/20/1910:30 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> 2019-02-20 12:45:00 -06002/20/1912:00 p.m.Johnson Avenue Hy-Vee Food StoreCedar 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> 2019-02-20 13:45:00 -06002/20/191:00 p.m.Eastern Iowa Parkinson's Wellness & Resource CenterCedar 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> 2019-02-20 19:30:00 -06002/20/195:30 p.m.Mercy Medical CenterCedar Rapdis -
Summit Schools Open House
<p>NEW DATE! Join us for an open house to learn all about Summit Schools' 2019/20 academic year for students in PreK-8th grade. Prospective families can meet teachers, tour the school and enroll in any of Summit's programs including the 2019/20 school year, tutoring, summer camps and upcoming learning extensions camps.</p><p>Summit is a private, independent PreK-8th grade school that features small class sizes and personalized instruction. For more information please visit <a data-ft="{"tn":"-U"}" data-lynx-mode="async" href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.summitschools.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1LOrR0dh9knZC5qorlhhmLOy1RqtTqh6ofpLoRmK_hWGCbjrR71IPxGYI&h=AT3MzYKdu4MAcXYbnV-kW6Bi9Sm3XB0d_l3NrgUTPXMFt0apKSPDXK38P7zzVtFbOh5gGhPfhZ87PE71kxh07_GtYD2c48rG1Ss0vnHy9F7wu6mp0LLuKecqfRpG0k1HpA3ZkdHJ_hSGIwej1_jzJXV2wrD-D42PFBDdWpk8fPBsGsmQR2KhBK_BRwN0HNqdi7UxT2azln6tL9tWGi0gNa1OqVwn7gg42JvCPZHnFmYTwJVlIfYYBB20j3XmVDHgYju9N1S1TQP_aN8_LpxawXHEFWEzajJsFGBoS9lBGDUwQJwZHIiQ0qRRKmXuVmMEUnu5OMOT3bSFmCPnKSuYvWiXBMUSdFgK9NSIeNRvMn795OTh3QkgBDiDwyxeSWyq5weqVB3YnKdkM_ZPFBLgjm-OEWFntx_32dg1LUQxd6LN0Dntyuz4G-UvBbtfiGBvGtzWHgkXPDp38lydSBG-96X9w56OM76qXaAB4TbuAbrdyuYWs-vKFbQP-5aAmuEGqXt4_lGRgU_KfapFkNRpPAVBV8xU_EbAENIChqM42Rn3PAfKa4vx5-SGaHmdfNTrMvpU6DsAAIa9IF1lWAvLw4EwTEtsTfSKA9Fqbq4mHvaicfKf5yRTMG62Au8ZrovDQtv3ZanQE9yqrSLUBL3gsXpGj9BYy9JOmeh_tg" rel="noopener nofollow" target="_blank">www.summitschools.org</a></p> 2019-01-03 19:00:00 -0600
2/20/195:30 p.m.Summit SchoolsCedar Rapids -
Newcomers Division of The University Club
<p><strong>February Notice</strong></p><p><strong>Thursday, Feb 21<sup>st</sup> <sup>h</sup> 2019</strong></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p><span> </span><span> </span></p><p> </p><p>Time: 9:30 am </p><p>Being a Vibrant Woman, at Any Age!</p><p>Presented by: University Club member, Linda Spangle <br>Coralville Public Library, Lower level, <br>1405 5th Street, Coralville</p><p> </p><p><em>In honor of Women’s Health Month, University Club member, Linda Spangle, will share stories and ideas on managing your weight, stress levels, exercise goals and other areas of personal health. Linda is a nationally known speaker, author and weight-loss coach.</em></p><p><strong> </strong></p><p> </p><p>For more information please go to <a href="http://www.uiowa.edu/uwc">www.uiowa.edu/uwc</a> or email uclub.iowa@gmail.com</p> 2019-01-28 11:30:00 -06002/21/199:30 a.m.Coralville Public LibraryCoralville -
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> 2019-02-21 10:30:00 -0600
2/21/1910:00 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> 2019-02-21 11:30:00 -06002/21/1910:30 a.m.Eastern Iowa Parkinson's Wellness & Resource CenterCedar Rapids -
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> 2019-02-21 13:00:00 -06002/21/1912:00 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> 2019-02-21 14:30:00 -06002/21/191:30 p.m.Eastern Iowa Parkinson's Wellness & Resource CenterCedar Rapids -
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Creative Art for Caregivers & Care Receivers
<p>Come and express yourself through art! The class will learn how to use a pallet knife and brushes with acrylic paints on canvas to create a portrait. An instructor from the Eastern Iowa Arts Academy will guide you through creating your very own work of art. All materials provided and no artistic experience needed! If you would like caregiving assistance while attending this event, please call (319) 221-8866 or email fcgc@mercycare.org<u>.</u> There may be charges associated with this program. Limited to 15 people.</p> 2019-01-31 15:30:00 -0600
2/21/192:00 p.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
Reading to Dogs
<p>Make new furry friends as you improve your reading skills! Trained, certified therapy dogs provide comfortable companionship to emerging readers as they earn a free library book and bookmark. Everyone welcome to read to the dogs.Then stay as the pups perform at 7 p.m.!</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-02-21 19:15:00 -0600
2/21/196:00 p.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Pajama Storytime at CRMA: Presidents in Pajamas
<p>Pajama Storytime: Presidents in Pajamas</p><p><br></p><p>What does bedtime at the White House look like? Celebrate Presidents’ Day the P.J.S. way—with some fun stories about past presidents and a patriotic project you can take home. It’s free for kids & their adult companions. Wear your PJ’s and bring a stuffed friend to cuddle with.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Hosts for this Event: </strong></p><p>The CRMA</p><p><br></p>
2/21/196:30 p.m.Cedar Rapids Museum of ArtCedar Rapids -
Winter Wonderland
<p>February 21, 2019</p><p>8:00 PM - 12:00 AM</p><p>Iowa Memorial Union, Iowa City </p><p><br></p><p>Want to experience the best parts of winter but none of the cold? Come join the University of Iowa's Campus Activities Board for FREE ice skating in the 2nd floor ballroom at the Iowa Memorial Union on 2/21/19 from 8 PM to 12 AM! There will be fun and games for all!</p> 2019-01-30 00:00:00 -0600
2/21/198:00 p.m.Iowa Memorial Union (IMU)Iowa City -
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> 2019-04-25 13:00:00 -05004/25/1912:00 p.m.Eastern Iowa Parkinson's Wellness & Resource CenterCedar Rapids