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November 30, 2020

Support Arts & Culture in the Corridor this Giving Tuesday

Do your part to support arts and culture in the Creative Corridor by donating to a local organization this Giving Tuesday. Participating organizations include:   Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation…
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November 30, 2020

Organizations Partner to Provide Christmas Hope to Area Families in Need

The Salvation Army and Toys for Tots, are once again partnering to bring Christmas cheer and hope to children in need this holiday season.  Registration for the annual joint Christmas…
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November 30, 2020

CITY CIRCLE PRESENTS “THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST” DECEMBER 4–6

City Circle Theatre Company will present THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, by Oscar Wilde, as a virtual production available on demand December 4-6. Tickets are $12-$17. For tickets and more…
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November 30, 2020

Christmas In The Key Of A – A new holiday show from Alisabeth Von Presley

As many local performers and touring shows have cancelled their holiday shows this season, Alisabeth Von Presley thought to try something she’s always wanted to do - perform in her…
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November 30, 2020

Despite 2020 Challenges, Grow Farm has Most Productive Year

This year, Johnson County had a 40% increase in food insecurity due to COVID-19. It was a year with a global pandemic, a drought, and a derecho. Despite these challenges,…
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November 30, 2020

The Salvation Army Kicks Off Red Kettle Season, Relying More than Ever on Virtual Giving

 The Salvation Army will kick off their annual Red Kettle Campaign on Monday, November 16th at their corps location, 1000 C Ave NW, Cedar Rapids, IA, with a media event from…
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November 30, 2020

NCSML opens new exhibit on Nov. 21: Stitching History from the Holocaust

The National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library will open Stitching History from the Holocaust to the public on Saturday, November 21. This exhibit tells the true story of Hedy (Hedwig)…
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November 30, 2020

CITY CIRCLE THEATRE COMPANY AND KATIE COLLETTA PRESENT “A CHRISTMAS CABARET” DECEMBER 18–20

City Circle Theatre Company will present A CHRISTMAS CABARET, written and directed by Katie Colletta, as a virtual production available on demand December 18-20. Tickets are $12-$17. For tickets and…
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November 30, 2020

Paris Through the Eyes of Grant Wood and Marvin Cone

A new Cedar Rapids Museum of Art (CRMA) exhibition captures a summer in Paris through the eyes of Grant Wood and Marvin Cone.   The exhibition, Americans in Paris: Grant…
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November 30, 2020

Schumann’s Dichterliebe

The fourth installment of CROpera’s 2 nd Thursday Series will be a recital of Schumann’s Dichterliebe featuring tenor Chris Carr. This production will debut Thursday, December 10 at 7pm at…
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November 30, 2020

The Linn County Fair Association to Host Annual Kickoff Event Online

Due to the alarming rise in COVID-19 positive cases, ongoing social distancing guidelines, and additional precautions taking place to help slow and reduce the spread of COVID-19, the Linn County…
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November 30, 2020

Holiday Thieves Market Goes Virtual!

Summer of the Arts continues to provide interactive opportunities this year and the latest is the Holiday Thieves Market, presented by MidWestOne Bank, which will be going virtual!   The event…
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November 30, 2020

Food Traditions Booklet Celebrates Local Stories

Blood sausage, head cheese, Belgian beer, and sauerkraut have their 15 minutes of fame in a new byway publication out today. The fifty-page booklet, Food Traditions: A Tour of Food Heritage…
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November 30, 2020

Military Tribute Banner Program Honors Veterans Summer 2021!

The Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival is now accepting applications for the inaugural year of the Military Tribute Banner Program! These full color banners will showcase veterans and active duty military…
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November 30, 2020

Alliant Energy and UFG will light buildings for The Salvation Army kettle campaign

On Friday, November 27, 2020, Alliant Energy and UFG will light their downtown Cedar Rapids buildings in red and white to support The Salvation Army’s annual Red Kettle Campaign. The…
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October 30, 2020

UI Department of Theatre Arts highlights essential workers in mainstage production

The University of Iowa Department of Theatre Arts will wrap up its fall production season with an online series featuring essential workers.   Essential Workers: A Portrait brings to the screen…
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October 30, 2020

Encore of Immigrant Foodways Online Cooking Series

If you missed Chef Tom Slepicka’s Classic and Modern Czech Cuisine I virtual cooking classes, you’re in luck! He’s offering an encore of the series that launched the National Czech…
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October 30, 2020

City Circle Announces Two Virtual Performances This December

City Circle Theatre Company will present two virtual productions this December: THE IMPORTANCE OF BEING EARNEST, by Oscar Wilde, December 4-6; and A CHRISTMAS CABARET, written and directed by Katie…
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October 30, 2020

Play for the Vote

Play For The Vote is a musician run initiative mobilizing musicians across the United States to perform on Election Day, with the goal of increasing voter turnout by providing a more positive…
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October 30, 2020

University of Iowa Department of Theatre Arts to Hold Virtual Auditions for Spring 2021 Productions

The University of Iowa Department of Theatre Arts will hold auditions virtually for all its spring 2021 productions. Auditions may be uploaded anytime from Wednesday, November 4 to midnight on…
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October 21, 2020

Three Organizations Partner for Public Art Installation

The National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library, in partnership with the African American Museum of Iowa and CSPS, will welcome a new piece of public art to Cedar Rapids…
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October 21, 2020

A Brucemore Halloween Adventure

Families are invited to dress up in costume for an afternoon of fun at the first ever, A Brucemore Halloween Adventure, on October 31, 2020. Children will enjoy participating in a craft,…
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October 21, 2020

Holiday Online Cooking Series

Learn how to make a traditional Czech meal and other sweet treats just in time for the holidays with the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library’s online Immigrant Foodway…
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October 15, 2020

ICCA Survey 2020

The ICCA Board is seeking feedback from its members and others in the arts and culture realm to determine the validity of the organization as we all work to overcome…
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October 13, 2020

Power of the Purse – Virtual Event

Power of the Purse Plus is the signature United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties’ annual fundraising event supporting 30 local partner agencies and community initiatives.  While COVID-19 has increased the need…
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October 13, 2020

International Writing Program Alumnae Named as Finalists in the 2020 National Book Awards

The International Writing Program (IWP) at the University of Iowa congratulates its alumnae Anja KAMPMANN and Pilar QUINTANA, alongside their translators Anne POSTEN and Lisa DILLMAN, for placing as two…
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October 6, 2020

NCSML Museum Store to Celebrate National Store of the Year Award in October

The Museum Store at the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library was recently named the 2020 National Store of the Year by the Museum Store Association (MSA). The MSA…
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October 6, 2020

Dancing for Good exhibition

Public Space One is pleased to announce its October 2020 gallery exhibition, Dancing For Good, by Hard Stop (a transatlantic art duo composed of Davin Watne & Dawn Woolley). The…
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October 6, 2020

UI Department of Theatre Arts opens mainstage season

UI Department of Theatre Arts opens the mainstage season with a series of 10-minute plays by UI alumni Iowa City, Iowa – The University of Iowa Department of Theatre Arts has…
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September 23, 2020

CRMA celebrates 125th anniversary with 125!

Continuing the celebration of the 125th anniversary of the CRMA, this exhibition looks at 125 masterpieces drawn from the CRMA’s extensive collection.  Works which normally do not hang together because…
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August 5, 2020

Beatles vs. Stones show returns to Paramount Theatre

For decades, the battle has raged: Beatles or Stones?  Through their heyday, fans accused London’s Rolling Stones of stealing ideas -- even entire albums – from their Liverpool counterparts. At…
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August 5, 2020

New book tracing the history of Cedar Rapids drum & bugle corps releases August 15

Normally this week, Cedar Rapids and surrounding towns would be welcoming hundreds of young men and women to prepare for the annual Tournament of Drums competition, but like so many…
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August 5, 2020

Brucemore presents two new music events

Brucemore presents two original music events – “Unforgettable and Unplugged” and “Hair and Product” – in the courtyard of the historic Carriage House Thursdays through Sundays, August 13 through September…
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August 5, 2020

Freedom Festival Community Survey

While many were still able to participate and enjoy the Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival Medallion Hunt and Drive-Thru Pancake Breakfast, we can agree that it just wasn’t the same 4th of…
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August 5, 2020

Iowa Nonprofit Recovery Fund Announcement

Volunteer Iowa and the Iowa Economic Development Authority (IEDA) announced today the launch of the Iowa Nonprofit Recovery Fund, an extension of the Iowa Small Business Relief Grant Program. The program…
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July 29, 2020

New mural in Czech Village

Priming of the Novak Building has begun for a NEW MURAL in the Czech Village. Graham Construction is currently operating in the Novak Building, across the street from Lion Bridge…
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July 22, 2020

Virtual Beer Tour

Attention all beer lovers! The National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library has joined forces with John’s Grocery in Iowa City to present a two-day program celebrating your favorite beverage.  The…
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July 22, 2020

Call for artists and writers

CAS artist-in-residence Antoine Williams invites writers and artists to contribute to his project BLACK FUSIONIST SOCIETY Use the imagery and text Williams has created as inspiration to add to an online…
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July 22, 2020

Movie Double Header August 6

Movie Double Header August 6th, 2020 Two FREE Movies – Two Nonprofits Working Together  This is a FREE EVENT but you Must Reserve Tickets HERE, as we are maintaining social distancing…
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July 22, 2020

Department of Cultural Affairs Grant Recipients

Congratulations to the following organizations, individuals, and projects from the Cultural Corridor that were chosen as grant recipients from the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs. African American Museum of Iowa…
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July 15, 2020

Brucemore Announces Re-Opening Plans

Brucemore, a historic site and cultural center in Cedar Rapids, has released its plans for re-opening after being closed since mid-March. There will be new opportunities to experience the 26-acre…
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July 15, 2020

Peculiar Reality

Gilded Pear Gallery is pleased to present Peculiar Reality, a two-person exhibit of new artworks by Mary Koenen Clausen and Jillian Moore. Familiar, yet odd. Peculiar Reality brings together a collection…
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July 15, 2020

Cedar Rapids Museum of Art’s Sean Ulmer named to the U.S. Senate Curatorial Advisory Board

The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art is pleased to announce that Executive Director Sean Ulmer has been named to the U.S. Senate Curatorial Advisory Board.  Iowa Senator Chuck Grassley nominated…
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July 15, 2020

Jazz Under the Stars

Jazz Under the Stars – Smaller But Still Happening! Two Bands at One Physically-Distanced Concert Aug. 27 at McGrath Amphitheatre Photos at: www.shorturl.at/fBF16 The COVID-19 pandemic will shrink, but not cancel…
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July 10, 2020

Free Summer at the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art (CRMA) is excited to announce the eleventh year of our Free Summer Admission Program! The CRMA will be free for all visitors July 1…
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July 10, 2020

Public Space One presents Consumer Content

Iowa City arts organization Public Space One will host Post-Consumer Content, a series of art installations outside its building at 229 N. Gilbert St., in July and August. Conceptualized and…
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July 9, 2020

Grant Wood Studio Reopening for Season with Free Admission

The Grant Wood Studio and Armstrong Visitor Center will be reopening for the season on Saturday, July 11 at 12:00 p.m. Admission to the Studio is free for everyone during…
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May 27, 2020

NCSML Announces Lunch & Learn Webinars

The National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library is pleased to announce a series of international webinars as part of its Lunch & Learn series. The three virtual programs, to…
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May 6, 2020

NCSML to offer online Czech language and culture lessons

Will you be traveling to the Czech Republic? Do you have old letters and journals written in Czech that you want to translate? Are you married to a Czech person…
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May 4, 2020

Summer of the Arts Programming Changes!

It is with much sadness that we’re announcing major changes to our festival season. However, we want our community to know that we are reworking our events to ensure the…
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April 22, 2020

CSPS Hall OPEN CALL: Virtual Portrait

Here's an opportunity to express yourself thru art.     CSPS Hall OPEN CALL: A portrait is a depiction of oneself, or others, meant to capture a moment in time…
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March 25, 2020

Cedar Ridge Has Hand Sanitizer Available

From Cedar Ridge Winery & Distillery: As most of you know by now, Cedar Ridge's visitor center remains closed during the COVID-19 crisis. In an effort to keep our staff…
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March 25, 2020

Seeking American Students Ages 15-18 — Iowans Encouraged to Apply

INTERNATIONAL WRITING PROGRAM SEEKS AMERICAN STUDENTS AGES 15–18 Iowans Encouraged to Apply   IOWA CITY, IOWA — Between the Lines (BTL), hosted by The University of Iowa's International Writing Program…
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March 19, 2020

Using digital platforms to remain connected to audiences during quarantines

Museums and other public institutions have found new and exciting ways to keep the public engaged with their collections and continue to fulfill their missions. Please read this article from…
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March 17, 2020

Partner Closures and Responses Due to COVID-19

Many area organizations are heeding public health recommendations and closing to prevent the further spread of COVID-19. Many ICCA Partner organizations are finding alternative ways to bring you arts and…
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March 17, 2020

United Way Disaster Relief Fund and Emergency Volunteer Center

United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties’  (UWJWC) United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties is named in the Johnson County Disaster Plan as the coordinator for disaster-related volunteers before, during…
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March 11, 2020

Episode III of Collins Radio Documentary Series Chosen for Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival

CEDAR RAPIDS - The Collins Story: Connecting the Moon to the Earth - Live from the Moon has been chosen as an Official Selection to be exhibited at the 2020…
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March 11, 2020

Brucemore Wins Statewide Tourism Award

Director of Facilities David Morton and Director of Community Engagement Tara Richards at the awards luncheon. Brucemore was named the 2020 Outstanding Attraction at the Iowa Tourism Conference on March…
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March 11, 2020

Local high school string quartet to join touring Beatles vs. Stones show on Coralville stage

CORALVILLE, IA (3/09/20) When the touring show Beatles vs. Stones – A Musical Showdown comes to the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts on Thursday, March 26, the Iowa City High School String Quartet…
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March 4, 2020

Theatre Cedar Rapids Announces 2020-2021 Season

Today, Theatre Cedar Rapids will announce their 87th season and allow patrons to subscribe early for season tickets.   Theatre Cedar Rapids’ 2020-2021 season will include the following Grandon Studio…
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March 3, 2020

2020 Free Movie Series and Free Concert Series Schedules Released!

SUMMER OF THE ARTS ANNOUNCES FREE MOVIE SERIES SCHEDULE Summer of the Arts is presenting our Free Movie Series for its sixteenth year by bringing blockbuster hits, nostalgic throwbacks and…
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March 3, 2020

UI Department of Theatre Arts Announces Iowa New Play Festival Auditions – Open to Everyone!

Iowa City, Iowa—The University of Iowa Department of Theatre Arts will hold open auditions for the Iowa New Play Festival on Saturday, March 7 from 10:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.…
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March 3, 2020

Freedom Festival: Call for Affiliated Events NOW OPEN!

The Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival is now accepting community events to be part of the 2020 Festival, referred to as “Affiliated Events”! Events scheduled during June 13th – July 5th, 2020 will…
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February 26, 2020

Free Social Media Training for Iowa’s Farmers Markets 

(Amana, Iowa) - Today’s farmers markets need a strong social media presence to reach customers. But market managers and vendors who are busy growing their markets and products struggle to…
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February 26, 2020

UI Department of Theatre Arts to present new series Diverse Voices

The University of Iowa Department of Theatre Arts is dedicated to producing new and diverse voices on our stages throughout the season in collaboration with departments across the university. Beginning…
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February 26, 2020

In Her Steps: A Women’s History Tour of Brucemore

In honor of Women’s History Month, Brucemore will debut In Her Steps: A Women’s History Tour. Inspired by the women who shaped Brucemore and Cedar Rapids, this tour takes a…
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February 19, 2020

 Freedom Festival announces Keynote Speaker for 2020!

The Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival is pleased to announce Chuck Long as the Keynote Speaker for the Tribute to Heroes Dinner!  Chuck Long’s name has been synonymous with University of…
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February 19, 2020

NCSML extends hours for individuals with disabilities

In order to be more accessible for individuals with disabilities and specifically those on the autism spectrum, the National Czech & Slovak Museum will remain open an hour later on…
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February 18, 2020

Now Accepting Applications for Children’s Global Village at Iowa Arts Festival

Summer of the Arts is looking for dedicated groups or individuals willing to share information about another country or culture during Children’s Global Village at the 2020 Iowa Arts Festival.…
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February 12, 2020

The Artisan Studio at Brucemore

Brucemore has launched the Artisan Studio at Brucemore, an innovative new program inspired by the families who lived on the historic estate and their strong support of the arts. Since becoming a National…
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February 11, 2020

NCSML hosting naturalization ceremony on Feb. 14

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (February 7, 2020) – The National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library will host a naturalization ceremony welcoming new American citizens and their families on Friday, Feb. 14,…
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February 11, 2020

Opportunity for Johnson County Up-and-Coming Artists 

Summer of the Arts is excited to continue a collaborative project with Toyota of Iowa City to support and promote young, local, Johnson County artists. Creating a Legacy of Local Artists is…
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February 5, 2020

 Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience at TCR

Cedar Rapids, Iowa —Theatre Cedar Rapids will present Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience on March 31 and April 1, 2020. Yesterday and Today: The Interactive Beatles Experience is…
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February 5, 2020

The University of Iowa Department of Dance presents Faculty/Graduate Concert 2020

Iowa City, Iowa—The University of Iowa Department of Dance is pleased to present nine new works choreographed by faculty and graduate students in its annual Faculty/Graduate Concert. Performances will take…
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February 5, 2020

Applications Open to Americans Ages 15–22 for Summer Writing Programs at The University of Iowa’s International Writing Program

Creative Writing Brings Students from the U.S. & Around the World to Short Summer Residencies in Iowa IOWA CITY, IOWA — The International Writing Program (IWP) welcomes students from all…
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January 29, 2020

Moravian Folk Motif Workshops at National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (Jan. 29, 2020) – Do you want to learn a traditional Moravian folk art practice? Czech-American artist Sonya Darrow will lead two workshops that explores the technique of…
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January 29, 2020

Cedar Ridge Supports Local Trails with Bagger Vodka

DES MOINES, IOWA – Bagger Vodka by Cedar Ridge will present Iowa Natural Heritage Foundation (INHF) with a donation check for $6004 to help support Iowa trail projects at the…
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January 22, 2020

“Cheers to 100 Years”

Johnson County –United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties’ is celebrating 100 years of service and is inviting the entire community to their 100th Year Celebration culminating event “Cheer to…
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January 22, 2020

The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art announces a landmark exhibition in celebration of its 125th Anniversary

John Singer Sargent, Man Reading (Nicola D’Inverno), about 1905-1910, oil on canvas, Museum Purchase, Reading Public Museum, Reading, Pennsylvania. Cedar Rapids IA—Kicking off a year-long celebration of its 125th anniversary,…
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January 22, 2020

Auditions for “Harvey” at Washington Community Theater

January 26: 1:30pm – 3:30pm January 28 & 29: 7:00 – 9:00pm Cast List for Harvey Men: Elwood Dowd- late 30s or older William Chumley- late 30s or older Lyman…
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January 15, 2020

Czech guitarist Vladislav Bláha to performs at NCSML Jan. 23

The National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library is pleased to announce our first Music @ the Museum Concert of 2020. Internationally renowned Czech guitarist Vladislav Bláha will perform at…
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January 15, 2020

The Color Purple and Personal Revolution at Hancher

The Color PurpleFriday, January 24, 8:00 pmSaturday, January 25, 1:00 & 6:30 pmThe Auditorium, Hadley StageThe Color Purple is the 2016 Tony Award® winner for Best Musical Revival! Hailed as “a…
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January 15, 2020

Call for Artists: City of Cedar Rapids Pocket Plaza

Call for Artists: Pocket Plaza The City of Cedar Rapids is seeking artists to create work to be displayed at the new pocket plaza, located on 2nd St SE, between 2nd…
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January 8, 2020

State Historical Society Accepting Awards and Board Nominations

Two new awards that honor historical research, archaeology and historic preservation highlight the State Historical Society of Iowa's call for Excellence in History Awards and board nominations this year. Beginning this year,…
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January 8, 2020

Search Under Way for Arts & Culture Paid, Part-time Intern

The Office of Arts and Cultural Affairs within the Economic Development Department of the City of Dubuque is currently accepting applications for an internship opportunity that will assist the City's…
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January 8, 2020

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library receives Jim Peterik guitar

CEDAR RAPIDS, Iowa (Jan. 7, 2019) – Weeks before the curtains close on the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library’s Medieval to Metal: The Art & Evolution of the GUITAR exhibition,…
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January 2, 2020

Party in the 21st Century opens January 18 at National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

Party in the 21st Century, an art exhibit celebrating the nearly extinct Slovak “parta”, opens January 18 at the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library. The parta is a type…
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January 2, 2020

Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre Presenting “Madama Butterfly” Jan 17 and 19

PRESENTING: Madama Butterfly by Giacomo Puccini January 17, 2020 at 7:30pm and January 19, 2020 at 2pm Free pre-opera talk given by Stage Director A. Scott Parry 1 hour prior…
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January 2, 2020

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library, Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre collaborate for “Cultural Imprints Across Borders” lunchtime discussion

The National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library and Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre will host a Lunch and Learn discussion from noon to 1 p.m. on Monday, Jan. 13, 2020,…
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December 26, 2019

2019 was a huge year here at Little Village.

We put forward year five of Witching Hour Festival, a co-production of Little Village and the Englert Theatre. The discussions, workshops and performances by local and global artists, writers, musicians…
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December 26, 2019

START 2020 WITH US AT “NONPROFIT KNOW HOW: GRANTS AT THE COMMUNITY FOUNDATION IN 2020” ON JANUARY 15

The Community Foundation will host "Nonprofit Know-How: Grants at the Community Foundation in 2020" on Wednesday, January 15, from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. A taco bar will be offered at…
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December 26, 2019

Corridor Business Journal invites 2020 Women of Influence nominations

The Corridor Business Journal (CBJ) is accepting nominations for its 2020 Women of Influence awards. Honorees will be recognized at an April 2 awards banquet and profiled in the March 30…
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December 18, 2019

Free Preview Concert of “Madama Butterfly”

Madama Butterfly Preview Concert – FREE January 4, 2020 at 7pm Featuring cast members of CROpera’s production of Puccini’s Madama Butterfly, opening January 17, 2020 at the Paramount Theatre in…
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December 18, 2019

Brucemore Voted in Top 10 Historic Holiday Home Tours in the United States

Brucemore, Iowa’s only National Trust Historic Site, has been recognized as one of the top 10 “Best Holiday Historic Home Tours” across the country in USA Today’s 10Best Readers’ Choice Awards. This…
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December 18, 2019

Scheels Day of Caring

United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties is honored to announce the 2019 Scheels’ Day of Giving on December 19, 2019 at 9am located at FilmScene, in The Chauncey building, 404 E College St, Iowa…
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December 11, 2019

Photographers professional and amateur alike: Little Village (still) wants your photos!

Please send up to five high resolution photos (no watermarks, please!) and any inquiries to jordan@littlevillagemag.com. Photos must be your own work and previously unpublished. A few notes on what we're looking for:…
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December 4, 2019

Summer of the Arts Announces Holiday Art Market Replaces UI’s Holiday Thieves Market

With the discontinuation of the University of Iowa’s Fine Arts Council earlier this fall, Summer of the Arts was happy to step in and renew the annual Holiday Thieves Market,…
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December 4, 2019

Grant Wood Studio Closing for the Season

Cedar Rapids, Iowa—The Grant Wood Studio will host its last weekend for the season on Saturday, December 28. The Grant Wood Studio hours are noon until 4:00 PM on Saturday…
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November 27, 2019

Attention Photographers: Little Village Magazine Wants Your Photos for the January Arts Issue!

Send up to five high resolution photos (no watermarks, please!) to jordan@littlevillagemag.com by November 30, 2019. Photos must be your own work and previously unpublished. Please include a brief description…
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November 27, 2019

The University of Iowa Department of Dance presents: If a tree falls… (a very _______________ collaborative performance)

Each fall, students from the University of Iowa Department of Dance, School of Music, School of Art and Art History, and Department of Theatre Arts present an interdisciplinary performance created…
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November 27, 2019

Public Space One 1 of 5 organizations awarded national visual arts grant

Iowa City arts organization Public Space One (PS1) is one of five organizations nationally to be awarded an inaugural VIA | Wagner Incubator Grant of $40,000 in operating support over…
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November 20, 2019

Brunch with Santa at Cedar Ridge

Thursday, December 19 BRUNCH AFTER DARK WITH SANTA Why should you only eat breakfast in the morning? Join us between 5:30-8:30 PM for Brunch After Dark with Santa, as we…
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November 20, 2019

City Circle to Collect Donations for Iowa City Animal Center at Annie Performances

City Circle Theatre Company of Coralville will collect donations to benefit the Iowa City Animal Care and Adoption Center during the December 6 – 15 performances of the musical Annie at the…
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November 20, 2019

Iowa City ARTist Cooperative Art Show & Sale

Iowa City ARTist Cooperative Celebrates 25th Season with Art Show & Sale December 6-8 at the Iowa City Masonic Building. The Eastside Artists will present their annual show and sale…
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November 6, 2019

Sonja Zeithamel, National Guild for Community Arts Education’s Milestone Award

Sonja Zeithamel, Director of Preucil School of Music has been honored with the National Guild for Community Arts Education’s Milestone Award for her long-standing, exceptional service to the field of arts education. The Milestone…
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November 6, 2019

UI Department of Theatre Arts Announces Auditions for Spring 2020 Productions – Open to Everyone!

The University of Iowa Department of Theatre Arts will hold auditions from November 9-November 14, 2019 for our 11 spring productions, including a co-production with the UI School of Music…
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November 6, 2019

ICCA’s Annual Meeting, Celebration of the Arts, on Nov 12

The Iowa Cultural Corridor Alliance’s Annual Meeting, Celebration of the Arts, will be held on Tuesday, November 12, at Usher's Ferry Lodge. The annual meeting, luncheon, and award ceremony will…
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October 30, 2019

UI Department of Theatre Arts to present “Orlando”

The University of Iowa Department of Theatre Arts is preparing to open its next Mainstage production on the E.C. Mabie stage. Orlando, by Virginia Woolf, adapted by Sarah Ruhl will…
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October 30, 2019

City Circle Theatre Company Announces Auditions for Evita

City Circle Theatre Company of Coralville will hold auditions for Evita on Friday, November 15, 7:00–10:00 pm and Saturday, November 16, 4:30–7:30 pm at the Community of Christ Church, 2121 S. Ridge…
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October 23, 2019

NCSML Programs Director Stenstrup Selected for Smithsonian Fellowship

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library (NCSML) Director of Programs Teresa Stenstrup has been selected for a fellowship with the Smithsonian Affiliations Visiting Professionals Program (VPP) in October 2019.…
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October 23, 2019

United Way: Power of the Purse+

Johnson County – More than 150 women-and a few good men-will be joining forces to raise more than $25,000 for the United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties and the communities they…
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October 22, 2019

ICCA’s Celebration of the Arts on November 12 – Order Tickets Today!

Order your tickets today for ICCA's annual meeting, Celebration of the Arts! ICCA's Annual Meeting, Celebration of the Arts, will feature a keynote presentation by Katie Roche, development director for…
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October 16, 2019

Bell Ringers Needed for the Iowa City Salvation Army Red Kettle Campaign

The Salvation Army in Iowa City is looking for volunteers for bell ringing at our 20 kettle locations during the 2019 Red Kettle Campaign. The bell ringing season begins on…
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October 9, 2019

ICCA Award Nominations Deadlines Extended

We are excited to announce to our Partners that ICCA's annual meeting and luncheon, Celebration of the Arts, is scheduled for November 12!  Order your tickets now! We are still accepting nominations…
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October 9, 2019

The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art Gala 2019, The Event of the Season

Cedar Rapids, Iowa—The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art’s (CRMA) is holding its fourth annual Gala on Friday, November 1, 2019 at the Cedar Rapids Country Club.  The Gala fundraiser supports…
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October 2, 2019

Corridor Business Journal announces Forty Under 40 Alumnus of the Year

In celebration of the 15th anniversary of the Forty Under 40 awards, the Corridor Business Journal has named its inaugural Forty Under 40 Alumnus of the Year. This award spotlights…
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October 2, 2019

Author David Kroese Speaks on Herbert Hoover & National Parks

As President, Herbert Hoover increased the area of national parks by 40 percent. David Kroese, author of "The Centennial: A Journey Through America's National Park System" presents on over twenty…
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October 2, 2019

Iowa City Book Festival International Literary Events All Week in Iowa City

­­ The University of Iowa’s International Writing Program Brings World-Changing Writers to Iowa The International Writing Program (IWP) welcomes special guest Kei Miller (Jamaica-U.K.) as an Ida Beam Distinguished Visiting…
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September 25, 2019

Cedar Ridge Whiskey Announces New Look, New Proof, Same Price

After wrapping up a record August in Iowa as the #1 selling 750 ml. Bourbon in the state, Cedar Ridge is excited to announce the next big step for their…
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September 25, 2019

The Rodney Marsalis Philadelphia Big Brass to Perform In Cedar Rapids, Iowa, on October 15, 2019

Live On Stage, Inc. and Cedar Rapids Community Concert Association announce Internationally-Acclaimed Brass Ensemble as part of their 2019 - 2020 Concert Season One of the most accomplished and diverse brass bands…
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September 25, 2019

UI Department of Theatre Arts Students Travel to Reading, Pennsylvania for Production Research

The University of Iowa Department of Theatre Arts is pleased to present its first Mainstage production of the season, Lynn Nottage’s Sweat. Over the summer, theatre arts graduate students Sarah…
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September 18, 2019

Iowa Dance Festival 2019

IOWA DANCE FESTIVAL 2019 On the Stage, On the Street, On the Screen Produced by InterDance and supported in part by the Iowa Arts Council FRIDAY OCTOBER 18 6 PM:…
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September 18, 2019

FilmScene’s Chauncey Grand Opening

FilmScene's new second location at the new Chauncey Building will have their opening weekend with multiple events and celebrations to commemorate this major milestone in Filmscene and The Englert Theatre's collaborative Strengthen…
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September 18, 2019

CRMA Announces Free Summer Statistics

The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art (CRMA) is pleased to announce that its Free Summer Accessibility Program welcomed 8,998 visitors to the Museum between July 2 and September 1, 2019. …
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September 4, 2019

Win tickets to Beatles vs Stones at the Paramount Theatre!

Attention all ICCA partners, followers, and supporters! We have two pairs of premier tickets (includes a meet and greet before the show!) to the "Beatles vs Stones" show at the…
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September 4, 2019

The Gazette announces “ABBA MANIA” Live at the Paramount Theatre January 25, 2020

The Gazette and the Paramount Theatre have announced the world’s number one touring ABBA tribute band ABBA MANIA will perform in concert on Saturday, January 25, 2020 at the Paramount…
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September 4, 2019

Thousands of food-insecure residents in Johnson County will benefit from a new greenhouse. 

Iowa Valley RC&D is proud to announce that it will be installing a 30 ft by 96 ft greenhouse for its Grow: Johnson County program which provides fresh produce to…
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August 28, 2019

United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties’ 2019-20 Campaign Kick Off… Change Doesn’t Happen Alone!

United Way of Johnson & Washington Counties will kick off its 2019-2020 “Change Doesn’t Happen Alone” Campaign on Tuesday, August 27, 2019 beginning at 4:00 pm in the Park Lodge…
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August 28, 2019

The Salvation Army to Host Trivia Night Fund-raiser on Saturday, September 21; Proceeds Support Hunger Relief Programs

Trivia enthusiast of all skill levels are encouraged to join us for our first annual Trivia Night fund-raiser on Saturday, September 21st from 4-7pm at The Salvation Army Community Center.  “All About…
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August 28, 2019

UI Department of Theatre Arts Announces Auditions for Fall 2019 Productions – Open to Everyone!

The University of Iowa Department of Theatre Arts will hold auditions from August 29-September 1, 2019 for 70 of roles in our 12 fall productions, including the Pulitzer Prize-winning production…
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August 21, 2019

U.S. Cellular Center Light Sculpture Call for Artists

The City of Cedar Rapids, Iowa is requesting proposals for a public art installation to be located in the City of Cedar Rapids Convention Center and U.S. Cellular Center Complex.…
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August 21, 2019

Uptown Survey Collects Input from Residents

Uptown Marion Main Streets is asking residents to fill out a short online survey that will be used in guiding programs to improve the Uptown District. In conjunction with Main…
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August 14, 2019

Directors Needed: Dreamwell Theatre

We are currently seeking directors for the following shows in our 2019-2020 season: 4.48 Psychosis Sarah Kane, Cowboy Mouth by Sam Shepard and Patti Smith, Hatchet Lady by by Savannah…
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August 14, 2019

CRMA Director chosen to speak at Conference in London

The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art (CRMA) is pleased to announce that Executive Director Sean Ulmer was selected to speak about the Grant Wood Studio at a conference on historic…
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August 14, 2019

Theatre Cedar Rapids Announces 2019-2020 Season Board of Directors Officers and New Members

Theatre Cedar Rapids is proud to announce the Officers of its Board of Directors for the 2019-2020 season.   President Dave Morton – President, J.W. Morton and Associates Vice President…
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August 7, 2019

Orchestra Iowa Announces 2019-2020 Season

Orchestra Iowa’s 2019-2020 season will take you on an elemental exploration of the heavens and earth through a plethora of symphonic masterpieces and audience favorites. The season blasts off with Brucemorchestra! This…
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August 7, 2019

A Celebration of Black Hair Committee Roundup

The city of North Liberty and our collaborating partners would like to invite members and organizations of the corridor community to join together in planning, organizing, and executing a Celebration…
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August 7, 2019

Public Space One to buy two historic homes in IC Northside Neighborhood / launches capital campaign

A Home for Possibilities, Two houses for the new PS1 Public Space One is thrilled to announce the next era of its existence in Iowa City, with the purchase of…
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July 31, 2019

Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation announces its third grant cycle of 2019

EARLIER GRANT DEADLINE Friday, September 20, 2019 at 4:30 p.m. CST NEXT GRANT CYCLE The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation announces its third grant cycle of 2019 for local charitable…
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July 31, 2019

City Circle Theatre Company Announces Auditions for Annie

City Circle Theatre Company of Coralville will hold auditions for Annie on Friday, August 23 from 6 pm to 9 pm and Saturday, August 24 from 9 am to 5 pm.…
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July 31, 2019

Ice Cream Social and Cabaret: Old Creamery’s 2020 Season Announcement

Join us for some delicious treats and even more delectable tunes, sung by your favorite Old Creamery performers! Artistic Director, Sean McCall, will reveal our 2020 Main Stage Season at…
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July 23, 2019

Beatles vs. Stones show to settle an old score on Cedar Rapids stage

The debate between the Beatles and the Rolling Stones has been going on ever since they first crossed paths on the charts 54 years ago. The argument at the time,…
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July 23, 2019

Ribbon Cutting Held for New Farm Bureau Pavilion

The Linn County Fair Association held a ribbon cutting for the new Farm Bureau Pavilion on the Linn County Fairgrounds on Sunday, June 30. “The Linn County Fair and fairgrounds…
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July 23, 2019

Uptown Getdown Music Series Starts August 1

Uptown Getdown will kick off its 2019 season on August 1. The series is held each Thursday night in August from 6:00-9:00 p.m. in City Square Park, Marion. Enjoy live…
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July 17, 2019

The Graduate Hotel Mural Project, Request for Proposals

The Iowa City Downtown District in collaboration with AJ Capital Partners and The Graduate Hotel is excited to invite artists or teams of artists to submit a proposal for a…
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July 17, 2019

Corridor Business Journal Invites Forty Under 40 Nominations

The CBJ is seeking nominations for its 2019 Forty Under 40 class. These annual awards recognize 40 leaders under the age of 40 who have made a significant impact in…
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July 17, 2019

Art Comes Alive: International Emerging Artist Competition

ADC Fine Art proudly sponsors ART COMES ALIVE (ACA), an international, juried fine-art competition and exhibit that awards the best emerging and professional artists. Known as the “Academy Awards for…
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July 10, 2019

NewBo Art Walk Night: Thursday July 11

NewBo Art Walk Night! Thursday July 11, 2019 participating galleries : Black Earth Gallery  Cherry Building Commons Gallery CSPS/Legion Arts Ceramics Center Pix Fiz Kacere Gallery 128 Showroom _________________________________________ Black…
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July 10, 2019

New Special-Themed Tour at Brucemore Exploring Preservation Projects and Issues

Discover preservation in progress this summer at Brucemore, one of Iowa’s most iconic historic sites, through a new special-themed Preservation Tour—July 24 or August 20 at 5:30 p.m.The 26-acre estate features…
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July 10, 2019

Artist-in-Residence Jim Schlett Offers Sunset Walk, Presentation at Herbert Hoover NHS

Photographer Jim Schlett will lead a sunset photography walk and a presentation at Herbert Hoover National Historic Site this August. Mr. Schlett is this year’s Artist-in-Residence for the national park…
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July 3, 2019

The History Center

The History Center has a rich history in the Cedar Rapids community, having started in 1969 as the Linn County Historical Museum Association. Executive Director Jason Wright said the organization…
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July 3, 2019

Eat. Drink. & Be Marion Food & Pub Crawl Fundraiser

Uptown Marion will host the fifth annual Eat. Drink. & Be Marion: Pub Crawl Fundraiser on Thursday, July 11, 2019, from 5:30 – 9:30PM. Enjoy a night out on the…
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July 3, 2019

Shifting Grounds receives a Grant from the Iowa Arts Council

And we are so excited to share that Shifting Ground has been chosen to be funded by the Iowa Arts Council, a division of the Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs. …
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June 26, 2019

MusicIC Festival to celebrate ‘greatest hits’ during June 26-29

The MusicIC festival returns for a ninth season from June 26-29, 2019. Over the course of four programs, MusicIC will feature some favorites from past festivals, celebrating classics of chamber…
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June 26, 2019

Free Summer Admission at the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art (CRMA) is excited to announce the tenth year of our Free Summer Admission Program! The CRMA will be free for all visitors July 2…
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June 25, 2019

No Clowning Around: SLIPKNOT Iowa Whiskey

SLIPKNOT has unveiled details of their very own craft spirit, No. 9 Iowa Whiskey, which will be available August 10th at select retailers in all 50 states and at the band's…
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June 19, 2019

UI Department of Theatre Arts announces 2019–2020 Mainstage Season

The University of Iowa Department of Theatre Arts is pleased to announce its 2019–2020 Mainstage season, including a co-production with the University of Iowa School of Music. Tickets will go…
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June 19, 2019

Aesthetica Art Prize is Open for Entries

Noriyuki Suzuki, Oh my Hosted by Aesthetica Magazine, the Aesthetica Art Prize is a celebration of excellence in art from across the world. It offers both emerging and established artists…
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June 18, 2019

BBQ Roundup Announces 2019 Entertainment Lineup

VenuWorks of Cedar Rapids announced the full schedule of events today for the 31st Annual Cedar Rapids BBQ Roundup, presented by University of Iowa Community Credit Union. The four-day festival…
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June 12, 2019

Disney’s NEWSIES runs June 14–22 with talent from 10 area schools

City Circle Theatre Company of Coralville is collaborating with Nolte Academy to produce Disney's NEWSIES on June 14–16 and 21–22 at the Coralville Center for the Performing Arts. Performances are June 14,…
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June 12, 2019

Countdown to North Liberty Blues & BBQ

We're one month out from the festival Join us at Reds this Thursday Event fans, sponsors and volunteers are invited to drop by Reds Alehouse’s patio this Thursday between 5-7…
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June 12, 2019

Flood the Run Encourages Teams to Get Soaked – At a Discount!

It’s time to get your team registered for Flood the Run!  Teams of 10 or more runners will receive $2 off each member, and teams of 25 or more will…
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June 5, 2019

Corridor MPO to Host Open House on Upcoming Road, Trail, and Transit Projects

Transportation projects for the FFY20 – FFY23 Transportation Improvement Program will be on display and available for public comment CEDAR RAPIDS – The Corridor Metropolitan Planning Organization (MPO) welcomes residents…
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June 5, 2019

State Historical Society: Goldie’s Kids Club Field Trips

School's out! So bust out of the classroom and stretch your wings. At least, that's what I'll be doing – and I hope you'll come along. This summer, the State…
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June 4, 2019

Iowa Artists Highlighted in Blue Exhibition This Summer at CRMA

Celine Hartwig, Truckomat, I-80, Exit 284, 2018, photograph, on loan from the artist, L2019.114. This summer, visitors to the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art (CRMA) will be enjoying an exhibition…
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May 29, 2019

Millstock 2019

Join Millstream Brewing Company for the first ever Millstock! Tie dye and a fun time are required by all! Three days of music, food, camping & fun! No pets please.…
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May 29, 2019

Call for Artists: NewBo Art Fest

APPLICATION DEADLINE APPROACHING! ON JUNE 14, 2019 CALL FOR ARTISTS The 13th Annual NewBo Art Fest 2019 Sunday September 1, 2019, Cedar Rapids, IA The 13th Annual NewBo Art Fest in Cedar…
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May 29, 2019

Iowa City Downtown District Hires New “Nighttime Mayor”

The Iowa City Downtown District (ICDD) announced on Wednesday it’s hired a new “Nighttime Mayor,” the nonprofit’s “nightlife, arts and culture liaison.” Joe Reilly will fill the vacancy created when Angela…
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May 22, 2019

Family Fun Nights Return to Hancher in June

We’re celebrating music, the written word, visual arts, and dance all through June—and we hope you and your kids will join us!Family Fun Nights are free and coincide with Thursday…
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May 22, 2019

Dreamie Nominations are In! Vote now and find out the winners at the Dreamwell Night of Stars, June 6!

The Dreamie nominations are in! They are (nominations listed in season order): Best Performer Michelle Payne Hinz (Marjorie- Marjorie Prime) Stephen Ivester (Max- The Homecoming) Linda Merritt (Mother- Really) Jessica Wilson (Annabell-Fix Me,…
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May 22, 2019

Cedar Rapids Art Museum walks on wild side with shoe exhibition

Walter Steiger design. From Cedar Rapids Museum of Art CEDAR RAPIDS — King Tut, King Louis XIV, Annie Hall, Carrie Bradshaw and Lady Gaga would feel right at home in…
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May 15, 2019

Nancy Cree Keyboard Learning Centers Celebrate 30th Anniversary

West Music, in partnership with the Nancy Cree Keyboard Learning Centers, is celebrating the Keyboard Learning Center’s 30th Anniversary. With 250 students across 3 locations, the Corridor’s most complete and comprehensive keyboard…
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May 15, 2019

Summer of the Arts announces the schedule for the revamped Soul & Blues Festival

JC The New King of Funk The Iowa Soul Festival is now the Soul & Blues Festival, changing the focus of the event to celebrate the Black Experience through the…
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May 15, 2019

Iowa City Community Theatre Auditions for “Pippin”

Auditions still ahead for our season opener,  from creative team Josh Sazon and Wes Habley! Robert A. Lee Rec Center June 7, 6-9 pm June 8-9, 2-5 pm With an…
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May 8, 2019

Celebrate Mother’s Day With These ICCA Partners

Cedar Ridge Winery and Distillery Celebrate Mother's Day this Sunday from 1-4 with live music from Dubuque native, Steve Kalmes! With 40+ years of Live Music in Rock, Blues and Country…
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May 7, 2019

Marion Arts Festival: Empty Bowls Project Expects to Surpass $110,000 Donated to Area Food Pantries

Empty Bowls Project Making its debut in 1996, the Marion Arts Festival's "Empty Bowls" project features the sale of 1,000 student-made ceramic bowls, with 100% of the proceeds used to…
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May 1, 2019

Making Iowa City the Greatest Small City for the Arts in America

The City of Iowa City has backed a major fundraising campaign for the historic Englert Theatre and FilmScene, both Downtown staples looking to have a lasting impact on the City's…
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May 1, 2019

Maifest: Spring Has Sprung

It’s MAY!!!! Warmer weather is here and the flowers are starting to bloom.  May means Maifest in the Amana Colonies and you’ll find the villages are ready for the summer…
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April 30, 2019

August Uptown Getdown Schedule Announced

Uptown Getdown will kick off its 2019 season on August 1. The series is held each Thursday night in August from 6:00-9:00 p.m. in City Square Park, Marion. Enjoy live…
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April 24, 2019

Dreamwell Theatre: “Tragedy: A Tragedy” and Announcing QueertopIA

Dreamwell Theatre is proud to present "Tragedy: A Tragedy" by Will Eno, April 26 and 27, and May 3 and 4, at Public Space One 120 N. Dubuque St., Iowa…
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April 24, 2019

Mount Vernon’s Chalk the Walk returns May 4 and 5; event to celebrate 50 years of Woodstock

MOUNT VERNON – The City of Mount Vernon, Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation, the Mount Vernon Area Arts Council and the Mount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) have announced the…
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April 24, 2019

Iowa City West High Student Selected to Receive Artist Commission from Toyota of Iowa City

Iowa City West junior Rong Zhou (Selina) Hua  has been selected by Toyota of Iowa City and Summer of the Arts to have an original painting commissioned as part of…
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April 17, 2019

Applications Open to Americans Age 15-18 for 2-Week Summer Writing Camps at the University of Iowa’s International Writing Program

Creative Writing Brings Students from the U.S. & Around the World to Short Summer Residencies in Iowa IOWA CITY, IOWA — The International Writing Program (IWP) welcomes students from all…
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April 17, 2019

The University of Iowa Department of Dance presents BFA Concert 2019: Rooting Upwards

Rooting Upwards. Credit: Jonah Terry Iowa City, Iowa—The University of Iowa Department of Dance is pleased to present Rooting Upwards, a BFA Concert featuring the work of Kaitlin Craven, Shannon…
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April 17, 2019

West Music & D’Addario To Host Guitar Restring Events Benefiting the United Action for Youth and Eastern Iowa Arts Academy

West Music & D’Addario To Host a Guitar Restring Event Benefiting the United Action for Youth Coralville, IA – April 20, 2019 – West Music Coralville, in partnership with D’Addario, will…
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April 10, 2019

The University of Iowa’s International Writing Program Launches the Women’s Creative Mentorship Project

The International Writing Program (IWP) at the University of Iowa is proud to launch the Women’s Creative Mentorship Project (WCM Project), in collaboration with the U.S. Department of State Bureau…
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April 9, 2019

Take a Bite: A Three Day Food Festival

If you love to eat and drink the Amana Colonies have the perfect event for you. The Amana Colonies present their Foodies Dream Festival — Take a Bite: A Three…
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April 8, 2019

2019 Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival This Weekend, Special Guests

The 18th Annual Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival is coming up this weekend, Friday, April 12th and Saturday, April 13th, 2019. Forty films covering all genres and lengths will be…
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April 3, 2019

Dreamwell Theatre, KaraokeCon III

Come join Dreamwell Theatre on Friday, April 12 at the Mill in Iowa City for one of our most fun fundraisers we do, Karaokecon III! Doors open at 7:30 and…
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April 3, 2019

West Music Hosts One-of-a-Kind Spring String Event

West Music, celebrating its 78th year of being a locally-owned and family operated music store, will hold its Spring String Fling event this April and May.  Six of West Music’s…
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April 3, 2019

CRMA Celebrates Opening of Two New Exhibitions; Bruce Beasley: A New Direction, and John Beckelman: Horizon Suite

The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art (CRMA) will celebrate the opening of two exhibitions with Artist Talks and an opening reception on Thursday, April 4 from 5:30 PM-7:30 PM.  …
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March 27, 2019

Summer of the Arts welcomes world-renowned jazz artists for Iowa City Jazz Festival

The usual mix of top stars, genre legends, and young talents comprise the lineup for the 2019 Iowa City Jazz Festival. July 5-7 will feature hours of free performances on…
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March 27, 2019

Corridor Jazz Project honors devoted teachers

Two Iowa music legends were also recognized at the concert. The family of John Shultz sponsored the appearance of the CR Washington High School Revolutionists. John was a legendary keyboardist and composer, with…
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March 27, 2019

Corridor Jazz Project celebrates student musicians

One of the region’s biggest jazz events, The Corridor Jazz Project, brought over 300 student musicians to the Paramount Theatre on March 5. Presented as a part of the Cedar…
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March 20, 2019

Silos and Smokestacks People’s Choice Awards

Several Silos and Smokestacks National Heritage Area Sites within the Iowa Cultural Corridor have been nominated for the People’s Choice Site of the Year 2019. Vote for your favorite Cultural…
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March 20, 2019

CBJ invites Coolest Places to Work nominations

NORTH LIBERTY – The Corridor Business Journal (CBJ) is seeking nominations for its 2019 Coolest Places to Work. Honorees will be recognized at an Aug. 27 awards banquet and featured…
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March 20, 2019

Collins Radio Documentary Chosen for Cedar Rapids Independent Film Festival

CEDAR RAPIDS - The Collins Story: Connecting the Moon to the Earth - Moon Talk has been chosen as an Official Selection to be exhibited at the 2019 Cedar Rapids…
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March 13, 2019

Applications Open for Summer Writing Programs at UI’s International Writing Program

Applications Open to Americans Age 15-22 for 2-Week Summer Writing Programs at the University of Iowa’s International Writing Program Creative Writing Brings Students from the U.S. & Around the World…
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March 7, 2019

Cedar Rapids Among Best Cities for St. Patrick’s Day Celebrations

Cedar Rapids has been ranked 16th out of 200 U.S. cities as one of the best places to celebrate St. Patrick's Day! Different criteria were used to evaluate the rankings…
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March 6, 2019

Summer of the Arts Announces Officers and New Board Members

Summer of the Arts recently elected a new slate of officers and welcomed six new members to the Board of Directors for the fiscal year running from January 1 –…
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March 5, 2019

Corridor Business Journal’s 15th Annual Women of Influence

The Corridor Business Journal (CBJ) announces its 15th annual Women of Influence. Honorees will be recognized at an April 4 awards banquet and profiled in the April 8 issue of…
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February 27, 2019

Theatre Cedar Rapids Announces 2019-2020 Season

On February 25 Theatre Cedar Rapids hosted a season announcement event for subscribers, donors, and volunteers emceed by Katie Hallman, Executive Director and Angie Toomsen, Artistic Director, to announce the…
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February 27, 2019

City Circle Theatre Company announces its 2019–2020 season

City Circle Theatre Company of Coralville has announced its 2019–2020 season. The 2019–2020 season opens in September with The Christians by Lucas Hnath, a riveting drama about the complicated fallout when personal…
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February 27, 2019

RUN CRANDIC: Registration Open, Seeking Volunteers

RUN CRANDIC powered by the University of Iowa Community Credit Union is a unique athletic and social event that brings the Corridor together. In 2018, the marathon route started in…
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February 19, 2019

The Amana Colonies: Two Awards at 2019 Iowa Tourism Conference

The Iowa Tourism Office and the Travel Federation of Iowa presented awards recognizing excellence in the tourism industry on February 7th in conjunction with the 2019 Iowa Tourism Conference. Awards…
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February 19, 2019

Uptown Marion to Host ‘Progressively Uptown’ Event

Uptown Marion to Host ‘Progressively Uptown’ Event Uptown Marion, an Iowa Main Street District, is pleased to announce “Progressively Uptown” event. Enjoy a night out on the town for a…
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Call for Artists
February 19, 2019

Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts, Residency Program

Founded in 1981, by artists for artists, Bemis Center for Contemporary Arts supports today’s artists through an international residency program, temporary exhibitions and commissions, and innovative public programs. Located in…
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Call for Artists
February 19, 2019

Buchanan Center for the Arts, New Artist in Residence Program

The Buchanan Center for the Arts is seeking an artist for the new Artist in Residence program in Monmouth, Illinois. The residence will run from approximately June 1–September 15, 2019.…
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Call for Artists
February 13, 2019

USArtists International Grant Opportunity

USArtists International supports performances by U.S. artists at important cultural festivals and arts marketplaces around the globe. Committed to the presence of U.S. based artists on world stages, USArtists International…
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Call for Artists
February 12, 2019

Iowa Arts Festival: Application for Emerging Artist Pavilion

Summer of the Arts invites high school, college, and university students from across the state of Iowa to apply to be featured in this year’s Emerging Artist Pavilion at the…
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Call for Artists
February 6, 2019

Cedar Rapids Museum of Art: Call for Entries

The Cedar Rapids Museum of Art announces a Call for Entries for upcoming exhibition, "Into the Blue," June 8 – September 15, 2019. In celebration of Iowa artists, the Cedar…
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Call for Artists
January 31, 2019

Opportunity for Johnson County Up-and-Coming Artists

Summer of the Arts is excited to continue a collaborative project with Toyota of Iowa City to support and promote young, local, Johnson County artists. Creating a Legacy of Local Artists is…
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January 30, 2019

Summer of the Arts Receives Support from Kum & Go Foundation

Summer of the Arts is pleased to announce that they received a $5,000 grant from the Greater Des Moines Community Foundation on behalf of Kum & Go in support of…
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January 30, 2019

The Iowa Children’s Museum: The Robert E. Yager Active Learning Award 2019 Honorees

(Coralville, Iowa) - At The Iowa Children’s Museum, we believe in the Power of Play and in the positive impact of active learning on child development and education. Research overwhelmingly…
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January 11, 2019

Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Grant Deadline

Next Grant Cycle The Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation announces its first grant cycle for 2019 for local charitable nonprofits. Applications will be accepted through Friday, February 15, 2019 at…
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January 10, 2019

Think Iowa City: Livability Feature, Tourism Spending, Networking & More

Best Places for a Fresh Start Iowa City was selected for the #3 spot of 10 on Livability's 2019 list for the 10 Best Places to Get a Fresh Start.…
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January 9, 2019

Local artist Fred Easker to present a lecture and book signing at the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

Local artist Fred Easker to present a lecture and book signing of works in his new book Connected to Place: Landscape Paintings Sunday, January 20 from 1:00 PM to 3:00…
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November 20, 2018

ICCA’s Annual Meeting, Celebration of the Arts

ICCA's Annual Meeting, Celebration of the Arts, featured keynote speaker John Richard, an independent documentary filmmaker, video producer and photographer living in Iowa City, Iowa. For his keynote address at Celebration…
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November 6, 2018

“Saving Brinton” Filmmaker, John Richard, to speak at ICCA’s Celebration of the Arts

Tickets still available. Order before this Friday, November 9. ICCA's Annual Meeting, Celebration of the Arts, will feature keynote speaker John Richard, an independent documentary filmmaker, video producer and photographer living…
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Jobs
November 6, 2018

Executive Director, Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre

Executive Director Cedar Rapids Opera Theatre The Position Cedar Rapids Opera Theater is accepting applications for the position of Executive Director from strong leaders with broad practical experience in administration,…
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October 25, 2018

Call for Iowa Artists: WINTER ARTS – 2019 Snow Sculpting Competition

January 23-26, 2019, Washington Park The Dubuque Museum of Art, in partnership with the City of Dubuque’s Art in the Park initiative and Winterfun, Inc., announces a call for entries…
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Jobs
October 9, 2018

Event Coordinator, City of Marion

Job Title:  Part-Time Event Coordinator Company: City of Marion Location: Marion, Iowa Position Summary:  Are you a natural leader who thrives on planning and facilitating big events? Do you have…
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October 2, 2018

Order Tickets Now for ICCA’s Celebration of the Arts

Tickets available now. ICCA's Annual Meeting, Celebration of the Arts, will feature keynote speaker John Richard, an independent documentary filmmaker, video producer and photographer living in Iowa City, Iowa. He…
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September 19, 2018

Filmmaker John Richard Announced as Keynote Speaker at ICCA’s Celebration of the Arts

John Richard (director of cinematography) is an independent documentary filmmaker, video producer and photographer living in Iowa City, Iowa. He works on a variety of projects for clients including The Guardian, LA…
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August 27, 2018

Deadline Extended! Call for Nominations: 2018 ICCA Awards

The Iowa Cultural Corridor Alliance will be hosting its annual meeting, Celebration of the Arts, on November 14, 2018, at South Slope Community Center. We are accepting nominations for the…
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August 27, 2018

Call for Applications: ICCA Board of Directors

The Iowa Cultural Corridor Alliance is seeking several dedicated individuals to serve on ICCA's Board of Directors. Board members must be able to commit to attending the monthly ICCA Board…
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August 23, 2018

ICCA Announces Dawn Jones as Executive Membership Engagement Consultant

The Board of Directors of the Iowa Cultural Corridor Alliance (ICCA) is excited to announce the addition of a new staff member for the Alliance. Dawn Jones will serve as…
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May 29, 2018

Iowa City, City of Literature

By John Kenyon, Executive Director of Iowa City UNESCO City of Literature The Iowa City UNESCO City of Literature organization hosted the annual meeting of UNESCO Cities of Literature in…
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May 8, 2018

ICCA Spring Member Mixer

ICCA is hosting its Spring Member Mixer at the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library. All ICCA Partners are invited to attend. We also invite you to bring a…
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February 26, 2018

African American history is Iowa’s history, all year long

By LaNisha Cassell, guest columnist. Originally posted to The Gazette Nationwide celebrations of Black History Month may be coming to an end, but the African American Museum of Iowa provides communities…
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February 2, 2018

Museum Educator, African American Museum of Iowa

Museum Educator Overview This full-time position (40 hours/week) reports to the Executive Director and works closely with the Curator and Education Assistant to create and implement high-quality, mission-centered educational programming…
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January 30, 2018

Call for Artists: Iowa Arts Council Spring Art Exposé

IOWA CITY ART SHOW EXTENDS ARTIST APPLICATION DEADLINE All artists encouraged to apply to the 2018 Spring Art Exposé by FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 23rd. Iowa City, IA, (Jan. 30, 2018) CALLING…
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January 23, 2018

Opportunity for Johnson County Up-and-Coming Artists

Summer of the Arts is excited to continue a collaborative project with Toyota of Iowa City to support and promote young, local, Johnson County artists. Creating a Legacy of Local Artists is…
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January 23, 2018

Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs Survey

The Iowa Department of Cultural Affairs would like to hear from you. You are invited to respond to a brief survey about the Department and its three divisions - the Iowa Arts…
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October 26, 2017

Old Creamery Theatre – Main Stage 2018 Season Release

Old Creamery Theatre 2018 Season Release The Old Creamery Theatre is dedicated to performing high-quality, live professional theatre for audiences of all ages and interests. The company offers a wide…
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October 25, 2017

Theatre for Young Audiences 2018 Season

Theatre for Young Audiences 2018 Season Tickets: $10 per person Fancy Nancy – The Musical Book and Lyrics by Susan DiLallo; Music and Lyrics by Danny Abosch; Based on the…
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