Vintage, antique and repurposed artifacts: That’s what people can expect find at Revival on the River, a flea market this weekend, Feb. 14 and 15, at NewBo City Market in Cedar Rapids. Revival on the River launched last July, and the flea market has gained attention in the area. “We were fortunate enough to be […]
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Indian Creek Nature Center to host afternoon of music and instrument making
The Indian Creek Nature Center in Cedar Rapids is inviting children and adults to get down and funky at their Boogie in the Barn event this Saturday…
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Indie rock band on the rise: PHOX play CSPS this Thursday
The Wisconsin-based indie rock group PHOX perform at CSPS this Thursday, picking back up after a tremendous year for the group. In 2014, PHOX released their breakout self-titled album, performed on Conan and embarked on a month-long European tour, one which they’ve just returned from.
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Popular Scandinavian navigational sports game coming to Cedar Rapids
Lovers of obscure international sports take note: On Dec. 27 at 1 p.m., the Indian Creek Nature Center (6665 Otis Road Southeast) in Cedar Rapids will…
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NewBo City Market to host ugly sweater party fundraiser
Get ugly for a good cause! On Friday, Dec. 12, from 6-8 p.m., NewBo City Market is holding an Ugly Sweater Party and benefit for their employee and mother of two, Dana Capouch. Capouch was recently diagnosed with squamous cell carcinoma (a type of skin cancer). On Nov. 24 she started her chemotherapy and radiation […]
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Corridor on Tap festival to offer taste of 100 beers
The inaugural Corridor on Tap beer festival will kick off the weekend this Friday, Nov. 21, 5–9 p.m. at the Doubletree by Hilton Cedar Rapids Convention Complex (350 1st Ave. NE), offering samples of 100 different beers from a variety of national and international breweries. Corridor on Tap will offer unlimited samples of beers to […]
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International Food Fair to offer taste of cuisine from around the world
Indulge your tastebuds with food from all over the world at the the International Food Fair and Auction this Saturday, Nov. 15, from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at the…
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Bounce it out: Indoor trampoline park to open in Cedar Rapids
As temperatures continue to drop and outdoor activities become less and less appealing, a soon-to-open Cedar Rapids business may help bounce away…
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Jones Family Singers to perform at Jane Boyd Gospel Brunch
If you’ve ever endured the long lines at the Bluebird Diner or Hamburg Inn on a Sunday morning, there’s one thing you’ve likely noticed above all: People love their brunch. This Sunday, Nov. 9 starting at 9 a.m., the Jane Boyd Community House will offer another, music-filled breakfast option as they host their third Gospel […]
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Zombie Prom and fundraiser to swarm NewBo City Market
What happens when you combine ’80s fashion, teenage angst and the restless undead with a fundraiser for a good cause? Metro North Rotary’s Zombie Prom: Get Your ’80s On!, a hybrid zombie- and 1980s-themed Halloween costume party and fundraiser for Metro High School on Saturday, Oct. 18 at NewBo City Market in Cedar Rapids.
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National Czech and Slovak Museum to host BrewNost! beer tasting and fundraiser
The National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library invites visitors to party like they’re in Prague at the 11th annual BrewNost! beer tasting …
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Interview: The Moroccan Rock of Hoba Hoba Spirit comes to CSPS Tonight
“Morocc’n Roll” is how Hoba Hoba Spirit have been billed for their show at CSPS Hall tonight has been billed, but don’t be fooled. This is not some slickly…
