City of Cedar Falls
Winter 2016 Volume 26 No. 3
Our citizens are our business
Farewell To Our Leader Jon Crews is retiring after 30 years as Mayor of Cedar Falls. He has presided over 900 council meetings and led the charge on dozens of incentives that have shaped this community into the great place to call home. Under Jon’s leadership, Cedar Falls has expanded its citizen-owned utility offering high speed communications, internet, cable and now phone service. He led the call for a one cent sales tax in lieu of property tax assessments. Cedar Falls touts a new library, community center, aquatic center, dynamic recreation center, new beach house, enviable trail system, reshaped downtown retail destination, preserved community hospital, numerous state and national awards and recognition. These are just a few of the accomplishments achieved under Jon’s leadership. Ralph Waldo Emerson said of success, “...to earn the appreciation of honest critics... to find the best in others... to leave the world a bit better... to know even one life has breathed easier because you have lived. This is to have succeeded.” Jon Crews, thank you for your legacy service and success.
Mayor Jon Crews Served from 1972-2015
New Faces for the City of Cedar Falls The November election resulted in two new faces for the City of Cedar Falls. Jim Brown was elected as the City’s new Mayor. Jim lives in Cedar Falls with his wife Corrine and his two teenage daughters, Sylvia and Annie. Jim graduated from the University of Northern Iowa and works as a business development manager out of his home. Jim is not new to local government. He has served on the Cedar Falls School Board for the past six years and plans on resigning that position now that he has been elected Mayor. Jim is very interested in economic development in the City and feels his business development background will benefit the residents of Cedar Falls.
Tom Blanford was elected to the Fourth Ward position. Tom is a life-long resident of Cedar Falls and graduated from the University of Northern Iowa with a degree in political science. Tom works in commercial and consumer lending for NXT Bank in downtown Cedar Falls. He feels this strong financial background will help him in his new role as a city council member. Tom is passionate about service to his community and has been involved in several local boards and service clubs. Prior to being elected to the City Council, Tom did serve on the City’s Human Rights Commission for two years.
YOU CAN HELP • Put safety first. Drive only if necessary. • If possible, find off street parking. • Reduce your speed. Snow plows travel slower than other vehicles. • Maintain a safe distance from trucks spreading salt or sand. • Do not stop directly behind a snowplow. Frequent backing is necessary during snow plowing. • Do not allow children to build snow forts or tunnels next to the street.
SNOW REMOVAL FROM PRIVATE PROPERTY Residents and business owners are reminded; when snow is being removed from your driveway, sidewalk or parking lot, ensure that it is not placed onto a city street, roadway or a sidewalk. This practice is prohibited by city ordinance. Improper snow removal can result in complications, some of which can be hazardous. If you or your snow removal contractor have questions regarding this issue, contact the Municipal Operations & Programs Department at 273-8629
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WINTER DRIVING TIPS Winter has been tame so far but change is inevitable. Here are a few tips to help: • Accelerate and decelerate slowly. Applying the gas slowly to accelerate is best for gaining traction. Remember: It takes longer to slow down on icy roads. • Drive slowly. Everything takes longer on snow-covered roads. Give yourself time to maneuver by driving slowly. • The normal dry pavement following distance of three to four seconds should be increased to eight to ten seconds. • Know your brakes. Whether you have antilock brakes or not, the best way to stop is threshold breaking. Keep steady pressure on the brake. • Don’t stop if you can avoid it. There’s a big difference in the amount of inertia it takes to start moving from a full stop versus how much it takes to get moving while still rolling. If you can slow down enough to keep rolling until a traffic light changes, do it. • Don’t power up hills. Applying extra gas on snow-covered roads just starts your wheels spinning. Try to get a little inertia going before you reach the hill and let that inertia carry you to the top. • Don’t stop going up a hill. There’s nothing worse than trying to get moving up a hill on an icy road. Get going on a flat road before you take on the hill. • Stay home. If you really don’t have to go out, don’t. Even if you can drive well in the snow, not everyone else can. Don’t tempt fate: If you don’t have somewhere you have to be, watch the snow from indoors.
Beware of Easements? When you bought your house you had a lawyer review the abstract. What was that he/she said about an easement? Easements are easily forgotten. Easements are very important for maintaining essential city services. An easement is a property interest that allows the holder of the easement to use property that he or she does not own. Easements typically are ten to twenty feet wide, sometimes wider. The City and Cedar Falls Utilities acquire easements to allow access on private property to maintain any of the various utilities; sewers, gas, water, electrical or cable TV. As a property owner, it is important for you to keep the easement clear. Don’t place obstructions like fences or trees on an easement that would block access to service equipment. Some easements are rarely accessed so they’re easily forgotten by the property owner. Make it a point to know if you have an easement on your property, respect it and keep it clear. The last thing you want is to have a sewage backup or have a power outage and have the repair crews delayed because their access to the easement is blocked.
Maintain a Fire-Safe Home this Winter Space Heater • Keep anything that can burn at least 3 feet away from the heater. • Make sure the heater has an automatic shut-off, so if it tips over, it shuts off. • Turn heaters off when you go to bed or leave the room. • Plug portable heaters directly into outlets and never into an extension cord or power strip. • Only use portable heaters from a recognized testing laboratory. Fireplace • Keep a glass or metal screen in front of the fireplace to prevent embers or sparks jumping out. • Do not burn paper in your fireplace. • Put the fire out before you go to sleep or leave your home. • Put ashes in a metal container with a lid, outside, at least 3 feet from your home. Wood Stove • Make sure your wood stove is 3 feet from anything that can burn. • Do not burn paper in your wood stove. • Put the fire out before you go to sleep or leave your home. • Have your chimney inspected and cleaned each year by a professional. • Have your furnace inspected each year. • Keep anything that can burn away from the furnace. Kerosene Heater • Only use kerosene heaters from a recognized testing laboratory. • Make sure the heater has an automatic shut-off, so if it tips over, it shuts off. • Refuel your cooled heater outside. (For more information and free resources, visit www.usfa.fema.gov/prevention/outreach)
Dealing With Sewer Problems - Are You Covered? The city maintains approximately one million feet of pipe in its sanitary sewer collection system and 99% of the time everything works just fine. But there are occasions when problems occur. Heavy rains result in extra water getting into the system because of infiltration and inflow. This is why the city adopted the sump pump inspection program in 2015. It’s been proven to be a very cost effective way to help reduce sewer overloads. Inspections are suspended for the winter months but will resume in the spring, focusing on neighborhoods in the southern parts of the city. Sometimes things happen the city can’t control. Materials (like grease and trash) get dumped into the sewer and the system can get plugged. Tree roots can also get into sewer pipes and create blockages. Sewer backups are terrible for sure and cleanups can be expensive. Are you covered by your insurance? Sewer backups generally are not automatically covered by a homeowner’s insurance policy, but coverage can be added relatively inexpensively. Check with your agent. Sewers are underground, out of sight and out of mind…until there’s a problem. If you need help, or just have questions in general, call 273-8668, 7 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Cedar Falls Recreation Trail To serve our citizens, the Cedar Falls recreation trail system continues to provide multiseasonal usage. In the spring, summer and fall the trails are swept and maintained for warm weather activates such as walking, running, biking, etc. In the winter, if Mother Nature holds off on the snow and ice, the trails can be utilized for the same activities but if adverse weather occurs, the trails are not cleared and they provide the perfect travel routes to snow shoe, cross country ski or rustic hiking along all the corridors. You can find printable trail maps at www.cedarfalls. com/trailmaps.
SIDEWALK SNOW REMOVAL Cedar Falls would like to remind residents of city ordinances associated with sidewalk snow removal. To provide a safe walking surface for pedestrians, property owners are responsible for clearing snow and ice. The City ordinance states this must be done in a reasonable amount of time following the snowfall. The sidewalk snow removal usually coincides with the 48-hour parking enforcement. If the owner fails to do so in a reasonable time, they shall receive one notice per season to clear the snow. If it is not cleared after the notice or after any other snowfall, the City may have the natural accumulations of snow or ice removed without notice to the property owner. The cost of removal will be billed to the property owner for payment. The entire ordinance can be found at www.cedarfalls.com/ snowremoval
48-HOUR PARKING Vehicles cannot park continuously on a public street for more than 48-hours. Vehicles in violation of the ordinance are subject to ticket and tow. When vehicles stay in the streets for prolonged periods of time, snow plows are not able to remove the snow from that area. The entire ordinance can be found at www.cedarfalls.com/ parkingord.
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James & Meryl Hearst Center for the Arts 304 West Seerley Boulevard | Cedar Falls, Iowa 50613 | 319.273.8641
WINTER 2016 EXHIBITS Through January 3, 2016: The Mask of Lincoln
EDUCATION Basic Info: • Students ages 16+ qualify as adults • Members prices in parenthesis • Materials lists at the Front Desk
Adult Programming Fee: $45 ($40.50 for members)
Tuesdays, Jan. 5 – Feb. 9 Focus on Function: Wheel Throwing
1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Develop basic skills of throwing on the pottery wheel.
The Smithsonian Institution Traveling Exhibition Service (SITES) has developed a special portfolio version of the National Portrait Gallery exhibition, One Life: The Mask of Lincoln. The exhibition, which commemorated the bicentennial of Lincoln’s birth, opened at the National Portrait Gallery in 2009. The exhibition shows how Lincoln used the new art of photography to convey his image to Americans, letting them see in him what they most desired. David Ward, historian, is the exhibition curator.
Jan. 14 – Mar. 27, 2016: Studies in the Reactions of Silver and Light
A Traditional Film Photography Exhibit by Shannon & Colleen Graham This exhibit includes work done in the traditional, analog style of photography. The negatives are developed and printed in the artists’ studio darkroom and each is treated with the timeless techniques used by generations of photographers. All images are printed on fiber paper, toned, and mounted for display by the artists’ own hands, a process that is being lost to the digital era of instant gratification. Opening Reception: Thursday, January 14 from 5-7 pm.
Advanced Zen Doodling
2 p.m. – 4 p.m. Zen Doodle classes for advance skills.
Clay Your Way
4:30 p.m. – 6:30 p.m. Explore hand-building and throwing on the pottery wheel.
After the Snap
6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Students learn how to properly edit, print, and transfer digital photos.
Reduction Linocut Printing for Beginners
7 p.m. – 9 p.m. The instructor guides students through the reduction method of linocut print-making.
Thursdays, Jan. 7 – Feb. 11 Introduction to Art Journaling
1 – 3 p.m. Learn the steps of making art journals and creating individual journal pages.
Afternoon Adult Painting Class
1:30 – 3:30 p.m. Learn basic acrylic or oil painting techniques.
From Flat to Fancy
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January 14 – March 27, 2016:
This Exhibition Includes Works of the Hearst Center’s Permanent Collection “Write Now” – Prompted Writing for Self-Expression
4:30 – 6 p.m. Explore self-expressive writing using prompts from an instructor.
Evening Adult Painting Class
6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Develop an understanding of basic acrylic or oil painting techniques.
Winter Workshops (Members’ prices are in parenthesis.)
Zen Doodle Workshop
Heart
Cards
Sat., Jan. 30 / 1:30 p.m. – 3:30 p.m. Fee: $20 ($18.50) Zen Doodle hand-made cards.
“Picture This” Matting & Framing Workshop
Sun., Feb. 21, Feb. 28, & Mar. 6 2 p.m. – 4 p.m. / Fee: $40 ($36) Learn how to matte and frame artwork on paper.
Book Arts Workshop
Thu., Feb. 18, Feb. 25, & Mar. 3 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. / Fee: $30 ($27) Students create hand-made books.
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Muddy Builders
Write On!” - Exploring Poetry and Finding Your Voice
Thu., Jan. 7 – Feb. 11 4:30 – 6 p.m. / Fee: $35 ($31.50) Students grow in writing, reciting, and connecting with classmates.
Children’s Programming Messy Mornings (Ages 3-6)
Wed., Jan. 13 – May 4 10 – 11:30 a.m. / Fee: $7 ($6.30) (No Messy Mornings Mar. 16) Children and parents explore materials through messy projects.
Face-Painting: An Intro to Stage Makeup
Thu., Jan. 7 – Feb. 11 / (Ages 10-13) 6 p.m. – 7:30 p.m / Fee: $30 ($27) Study how stage makeup helps to create characters.
Saturdays, Jan.9 – Feb. 13 Monster Mayhem
9 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. / (Ages 4-5) Fee: $30 ($27) Create monster personas costumes with imagination.
Gallery Hours
Tue. & Thu.: 9 am – 9 pm • Wed. & Fri.: 9 am – 5 pm • Sat. & Sun.: 1 pm – 4 pm • Closed on Mondays
9 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. (Ages 6-9) Fee: $30 ($27) + $7 lab fee Young artists learn about applying imagery to clay.
Acting from a Script
11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. / (Ages 10-12) Fee: $30 ($27) Students rely on a lively script and imagination to prepare a performance for the final day of class.
Paints & Prints @ 9
9 a.m. – 9:50 a.m. / (Ages 10-12) Fee: $30 ($27) Students learn to apply painting, printing, and design skills. Instructor: Mary Pat Lawler
Muddy Masters
10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. / (Ages 10-12) Fee: $30 ($27) + $7 lab fee Advanced aspects of the clay-building process are learned.
Spring Break Camps and
Paints & Prints @ 10
10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. / (Ages 4-5) Fee: $30 ($27) Study layering, color, shape, and size in painting and prints.
Muddy Buddies
11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. / (Ages 4-5) Fee: $30 ($27) + $7 Lab Learn about ceramics through guided play in clay.
From Story to Stage
10 a.m. – 10:50 a.m. / (Ages 6-9) Fee: $30 ($27) Students reference a fun children’s story to develop a play performed on the last day of class.
Paints & Prints @ 11
11 a.m. – 11:50 a.m. (Ages 6-9) Fee: $30 ($27) Learn painting and print skills through technique-based lessons.
Mon. – Fri., Mar. 14 – 18 Camp Rownd
9 a.m. – 4:00 p.m. / (Ages 4-9) Fee: $35 ($31.50) Per Day Students explore a sampling of art materials and techniques. Students must bring a sack lunch.
Camp McElroy
9 a.m. – 4 p.m. / (Ages 10-13) Fee: $35 ($31.50) Per Day Students write, paint, sculpt, and more while learning about classic and contemporary artists. Students must bring a sack lunch.
PAINTING INSTRUCTORS NEEDED:
The Hearst Center seeks friendly and knowledgeable art educators to instruct painting programs beginning Spring 2016. If you are interested, please visit the Hearst Center or contact the Education Coordinator at 319.268.5504.
PUBLIC EVENTS JANUARY Tue., Jan. 5 / 7 p.m. Hearst Film Series Directed by Ingmar Bergman:
Smiles of a Summer Night Fri., Jan. 8 / 12 p.m. Lunchtime Concert:
Lenore Vardi, Violin Tue., Jan. 12 / 7 p.m. Hearst Film Series Directed by Ingmar Bergman:
Wild Strawberries
Thu., Jan. 14 / 7 p.m. Readers Theater Red Herring Theater Presents:
Farragut North by Beau Willimon Tue., Jan. 19 / 7 p.m. Hearst Film Series Directed by Ingmar Bergman:
Persona
Tue., Jan. 26 / 7 p.m. Hearst Film Series Directed by Ingmar Bergman:
The Magic Flute
Thu., Jan. 28 / 7 p.m. Final Thursday Reading Series:
Jim O’Laughlin
FEBRUARY Tue., Feb. 2 / 7 p.m. Hearst Film Series—Screen Couples:
To Have and Have Not (Bogart & Bacall)
Tue., Feb. 9 / 7 p.m. Hearst Film Series—Screen Couples:
Woman of the Year (Hepburn & Tracy)
Fri., Feb. 12 / 12 p.m. Lunchtime Concert: TBA Sat., Feb. 13 / 7 p.m. Cedar Valley Chamber Music
Valentine’s Serenade - $25 Tue., Feb. 16 / 7 p.m. Hearst Film Series—Screen Couples:
Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf (Taylor & Burton)
Tue., Feb. 23 / 7 p.m. Hearst Film Series—Screen Couples:
The Long Hot Summer
Thu., Feb. 25 / 7 p.m. Final Thursday Reading Series:
Timothy Fay
Tue., Feb.16 / 7 p.m. Hearst Film Series—Screen Couples:
Who’s Afraid of Virginia Woolf (Taylor & Burton)
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James & Meryl Hearst Center for the Arts 304 West Seerley Boulevard | Cedar Falls, Iowa 50613 | 319.273.8641 Thu., Mar. 31, 2016
FINAL THURSDAY READINGS
Joe Benevento
Open Mic signup 7 p.m. Share 5 minutes of creative writing. Featured Author begins at 8 p.m.
PUBLIC EVENTS
Free and open to the public.
Tue., Feb.23 / 7 p.m. Hearst Film Series—Screen Couples:
Thu., Jan. 28, 2016
Empire Falls (Newman & Woodward) Thu., Feb. 25 / 7 p.m. Final Thursday Reading Series:
Timothy Fay
MARCH
Tue., March 1 / 7 p.m. Hearst Film Series – Directed by John Ford:
Arrowsmith
Tue., March 8 / 7 p.m. Hearst Film Series – Directed by John Ford:
Jim O’Loughlin
is author of the forthcoming collection of flash fiction, Dean Dean Dean Dean. He is also the host of the Final Thursday Reading Series and an Associate Professor in the Department of Languages & Literatures at the University of Northern Iowa.
The Grapes of Wrath
Fri., March 11 / 12 p.m. Lunchtime Concert: TBA Tue., March 15 / 7 p.m. Hearst Film Series – Directed by John Ford:
The Quiet Man
Tue., March 22 / 7 p.m. Hearst Film Series – Directed by John Ford:
How Green Was My Valley Tue., March 29 / 7 p.m. Hearst Film Series– Directed by John Ford:
Joe Benevento
Benevento’s books include three novels, three full-length poetry volumes, two poetry chapbooks, and a book of short stories. He is a Professor of English at Truman State University.
Thu., Feb. 25, 2016
Timothy Fay
Publisher of Wapsipinicon Almanac Fay of Anamosa, edits and prints the Wapsipinicon Almanac, an annual collection of essays, fiction and reviews. He has produced the Almanac since 1988.
Mogambo
Thu., March 31 / 7 p.m. Final Thursday Reading Series:
Author of Expecting Songbirds: Selected Poems, 1983–2015
ROOM RENTAL
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Have an Idea? The Hearst is currently accepting proposals for programming, contact the Education Coordinator at 319.268.5504.
Please contact Gail LeFlore 268-5506, to reserve a room for a staff retreat, business luncheon, recital, shower, or reception. A 10% discount is given to Friends of the Hearst members, and 50% discount for non-profit cultural or educational groups.
Gallery Hours
Tue. & Thu.: 9 am – 9 pm • Wed. & Fri.: 9 am – 5 pm • Sat. & Sun.: 1 pm – 4 pm • Closed on Mondays
HUD Grants Applications Available The City of Cedar Falls is currently accepting applications for its federally funded Housing Rehabilitation Program. The Program allows senior citizens and families with limited income to receive a grant up to $20,000 to finance home improvements. The rehabilitation work must involve making the property decent, safe, and sanitary. Items replaced or repaired include roofing, electrical services, furnaces, windows, doors, and insulation. The home must be an owner-occupied single family dwelling outside of the flood plain within the city limits. For more information on income guidelines or the program in general, contact Cindi Hendrickson at 273-8600.
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Free Admission! Fun for the Entire Family.
Cedar Falls Public Library
All programs are free, and open to the public. Please visit our website at http://cedar-falls.lib.ia.us or call 273-8643 for more information, or additional services.
News from the Cedar Falls Public Library Cedar Falls Public Library is adopting new hours beginning January 1, 2016. We recently conducted a survey asking residents if they preferred opening Sunday afternoons in the summer to maintaining Thursday evening hours, and the answer was a resounding “yes.” In order to offer quality services all year round, the Board of Trustees voted to alter library hours by eliminating some of our slowest transaction hours, so that we can fully serve the busiest hours. The result is to maintain the following hours year round: • Monday-Wednesday: 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. • Thursday & Friday: 9 a.m. – 6 p.m. • Saturday: 9 a.m. – 5 p.m. • Sunday: 1 p.m. – 5 p.m.
SIMPLE DEVICE ADVICE WITH KIM VAN DEEST
January 11, 1 p.m. – 3 p.m. New to computers, tablets or smart phones? Want to take better advantage of the library’s eResources? Feel that technology is moving faster than you and you want to catch up? We’re here to help you with your simple device questions. Stop by the CFPL’s Meeting Room to receive great answers to your nagging device questions. No appointment necessary. First come, first served.
THE MEMOIR PROJECT
A picture is worth a thousand words, but memories are priceless. Have you recorded your memories for future generations? If this is a “someday” project on your bucket list, now is the hour. Author Jacquie McTaggart will be returning to CFPL for another six-week workshop on memoir writing. This workshop will meet in the second-floor meeting room of the library from 10:30 a.m. to 12 p.m. every Tuesday for six weeks, beginning April 5. It is open to experienced and inexperienced writers. New tips and assignments for this session, but the purpose remains the same. Regular attendance is encouraged, but NOT required, and we welcome both new and returning memoir students.
BATTEN DOWN THE HATCHES! FOR LIBRARY MURDER MYSTERY #08: MURDER AHOY!
Friday, March 11 @ 5:30 p.m. in the Cedar Falls Community Center Performed by the University of Northern Iowa Student Theatre Association Walk the gangplank to the ship’s mess @ 5:30 for Lenn Swiatly’s seafaring culinary delights; then grab your seat @ 6:30 as we set sail for our eighth annual library mystery, Murder Ahoy!, a swashbuckling parody of every pirate who ever got his you know what swashed or buckled! Captain Redbeard has been spotted sailing these waters, and no one is safe! But there’s talk of mutiny among the crew, as waterlogged a bunch of hornswogglers as ever was! Will the crew ward off his dark designs? Redbeard will use every means at his disposal to thwart their efforts, but has the tide already turned against him? Audience members are eligible to enter a grand-prize drawing to win a Main Street Dollars shopping spree. This program was made possible by a grant from the Kathryn L. Ray Fund for use by the Library and by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library. No registration is required. For more info, check our website www.cedar-falls.lib.ia.us or phone (319) 273-8643.
Just for Teens!
NERF WARS IN THE LIBRARY Open to all Teens ages 13-18 Friday January 15th, 2016 from 6 p.m. – 8 p.m. Bring your own Nerf Blaster and your own darts. Treats provided. Registration is required with the YA Librarian (Mike W) by January 7th, 2016.
AVAST YE LAND LUBBER! GET READY FOR TEEN LIBRARY MURDER MYSTERY #1: MURDER AHOY!
ADRENALINE X LASERTAG IN THE LIBRARY Open to all teens ages 13-18 Friday January 22nd from 6 p.m. – 9 p.m. Registration is required with the YA Librarian (Mike W.) by January 15th, 2016. Treats will be provided. Any questions contact Mike W. at the CFPL
Thursday, March 10th @ 5:30 p.m. in the Young Adult Room. Performed by the University of Northern Iowa Student Theatre Association Be in the YA room by @ 5:30 for Lenn Swiatly’s seafaring culinary delights and then grab your seat @ 6:30 as we take you on a cruise for the inaugural teen mystery, Murder Ahoy! A swashbuckling parody of every pirate who ever swashed, buckled, swabbed or walked a plank! This event is open for teens ages 13-18. Registration is required ahead of time due to limited seating. Audience members are eligible to enter a grand-prize drawing. This program was made possible by a grant from the Kathryn L. Ray Fund for use by the Library and by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library. Reminders will be sent out a week before. For more information, check our website www.cedar-falls.lib.ia.us or phone (319)859-3283 or stop by the Young Adult Room and ask for Mike.
CFPL Youth Department PUPPET SHOWS: Fridays at 4:30 p.m. Jan. 8, Feb. 5, Mar. 4. For all ages in the youth dept. APPY HOUR: Thursdays, Jan. 21 and 28 at 10:30 a.m. in the youth dept.
Come and engage with your child with free, fun educational apps for tablets for children ages 3-8. Registration required. Limited to ten participants. iPads provided for use during Appy Hour. If two sessions will not accommodate all who are interested, more sessions will be added. To register, call 859-3282.
SPRING BREAK AT THE LIBRARY: March 14-18.
Details to be announced in early March. The week will include our regular storytimes, a variety of self-directed activities for parents and children to do together, and some entertainment, too. Check the youth web page in early March for a description.
Tweens & Teens!
INDOOR LIBRARY MINI-GOLF IN THE LIBRARY
Saturday February 20th, 2016, 5-8 p.m. Come and play a round of mini golf in the library after closing time. Open to all patrons ages 9 through high school. Treats will be provided. Registration required by February 15th, 2016. To register, call 8593282 or 859-3283. Nine and ten-year-olds must be accompanied by an adult for the entire program. Any questions contact Mike W. or Kym N. at the CFPL.
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Calendar of Events For more information please visit www.cedarfallstourism.org or call 268-4266 or visit us at 6510 Hudson Road, Cedar Falls.
JANUARY
UNI Women’s Basketball vs Evansville McLeod Center, 2501 Hudson Rd. 7 p.m. 273-4849 unipanthers.com 3 UNI Women’s Basketball vs Southern Illinois McLeod Center, 2501 Hudson Rd. 2 p.m. 273-4849. unipanthers.com 9 UNI Men’s Basketball vs Drake. McLeod Center, 2501 Hudson Rd. 7 p.m. 273-4849. unipanthers.com 9-10 Iowa Soccer Association Girls Indoor Championships UNI-Dome, 2401 Hudson Rd. iowasoccer.org 14 Exhibit Opening Reception: Traditional Photography By Shannon & Colleen Graham Hearst Center for the Arts, 304 W Seerley Blvd. 5–7 p.m. 268-5508. thehearst.org 15 UNI Women’s Basketball vs Illinois State McLeod Center, 2501 Hudson Rd. 7 p.m. 273-4849. unipanthers.com 16 UNI Men’s Basketball vs Loyola McLeod Center, 2501 Hudson Rd. 3 p.m. 273-4849. unipanthers.com 17 UNI Women’s Basketball vs Indiana State McLeod Center, 2501 Hudson Rd. 2 p.m. 273-4849. unipanthers.com 20 UNI Men’s Basketball vs Wichita State McLeod Center, 2501 Hudson Rd. 7 p.m. 273-4849. unipanthers.com 22-23 Susannah GBPAC*, 8201 Dakota St. 7:30 p.m. 273-2028. uni.edu/music 22-24 Iowa Boat, RV And Vacation Show UNI-Dome, 2401 Hudson Rd. 232-0218. iowaboatandrvshow.com 22-24, 28-31 Dead Man’s Cell Phone Hope Martin Theatre, 225 Commercial St, Waterloo. 7 p.m.; Sun: 2 p.m. 235-0367. wcpbhct.org 26 Spotlight Series: Duo Pianists – Sean Botkin & Dmitri Vorobiev GBPAC*, 8201 Dakota St. 7:30 p.m. 273-2028. uni.edu/music 29 UNI Wrestling vs Central Michigan University University of Northern Iowa West Gym. 7 p.m. 273-4849. unipanthers.com 30 2016 Iowa Games Snowshoe Race Hartman Reserve Nature Center, 657 Reserve Dr. 9 a.m. 277-2187. iowagames.org 1
30 Iowa Games Fat Bike Race George Wyth State Park, 3659 Wyth Rd, Waterloo. 1 p.m. Iowagames.org 1/30-2/1 UNI Overseas Recruitmen Fair Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center, 205 W. 4th St., Waterloo. 7 a.m. 273-2083. 31 UNI Men’s Basketball vs Southern Illinois McLeod Center, 2501 Hudson Rd. 3 p.m. 273-4849. unipanthers.com 31 UNI Wrestling vs Ohio State University of Northern Iowa West Gym. 1 p.m. 273-4849. unipanthers.com
FEBRUARY
UNI Men’s Basketball vs Evansville McLeod Center, 2501 Hudson Rd. 6 p.m. 273-4849. unipanthers.com 5 Minguet Quartet With Andreas Klein GBPAC*, 8201 Dakota St. 7:30 p.m. 273-4849. gbpac.org 5 UNI Women’s Basketball vs Missouri State McLeod Center, 2501 Hudson Rd. 7 p.m. 273-4849. unipanthers.com 5 UNI Wrestling vs Iowa State University of Northern Iowa West Gym. 7 p.m. 273-4849. unipanthers.com 6 UNI Wrestling vs Kent State University of Northern Iowa West Gym. 7 p.m. 273-4849. unipanthers.com 6-7 Iowa Soccer Association Boys Indoor Championships UNI-Dome, 2401 Hudson Rd. iowasoccer.org 7 UNI Women’s Basketball vs Wichita State McLeod Center, 2501 Hudson Rd. 2 p.m. 273-4849. unipanthers.com 8 The Price Is Right Live! GBPAC*, 8201 Dakota St. 7:30 p.m. 877-549-7469. gbpac.org 10 UNI Men’s Basketball vs Missouri State McLeod Center, 2501 Hudson Rd. 7 p.m. 273-4849. unipanthers.com 11-13 Northern Festival of Bands GBPAC*, 8201 Dakota St, Cedar Falls. 273-2028. uni.edu/music 13 Cedar Valley Chamber Music Valentine’s Serenade Hearst Center, 300 W Seerley Blvd, Cedar Falls. 7 p.m. 268-5508. thehearst.org 14 Annie GBPAC*, 8201 Dakota St. 2 & 7:30 p.m. 877-549-7469. gbpac.org 3
15 An Evening With Garrison Keillor GBPAC*, 8201 Dakota St. 7:30 p.m. 877-549-7469. gbpac.org 19 UNI Women’s Basketball vs Drake McLeod Center, 2501 Hudson Rd. 7 p.m. 273-4849. unipanthers.com 19-20; 26-27 The Boxcar Children Hope Martin Theatre, 225 Commercial St, Waterloo. Fri. 7 p.m; Sat. 2 p.m. 291-4494. wcpbhct.org 19-20 Tallcorn Jazz Festival and Sinfonian Dimensions Russell Hall on UNI Campus. 273-2028. uni.edu/music 20 Luke Bryan - Kill The Lights Tour UNI-Dome, 2501 Hudson Rd. 7:30 p.m. 273-4849. unitix.uni.edu 21 Once GBPAC*, 8201 Dakota St. 2 & 7:30 p.m. 877-549-7469. gbpac.org 24 UNI Men’s Basketball vs Indiana State McLeod Center, 2501 Hudson Rd. 7 p.m. 273-4849. unipanthers.com 25 Opening Reception For “A Useful Tool: Invention in Cedar Falls.” Cedar Falls Historical Society, 308 W 3rd St. 4–6 p.m. 266-5149. cfhistory.org 25 Final Thursday Reading Series Hearst Center, 304 W Seerley Blvd. 7 p.m. 268-5508. thehearst.org 25-27 Theatre UNI Presents: The Glass Menagerie Strayer-Wood Theatre at UNI, Cedar Falls. 7:30 p.m.; Sun 2 p.m. uni.edu/theatre 26 Imago Theatre ZooZoo GBPAC*, 8201 Dakota St. 7:30 p.m 877-549-7469. gbpac.org 26 UNI Women’s Basketball vs Bradley McLeod Center, 2501 Hudson Rd. 7 p.m. 273-4849. unipanthers.com 26-28 VANYA and SONIA and MASHA and SPIKE Oster Regent Theatre, 103 Main St. 7:30pm; Sun 2 p.m. 277-5283. osterregent.org 28 UNI Women’s Basketball vs Loyola McLeod Center, 2501 Hudson Rd. 2 p.m. 273-4849. unipanthers.com 28 Beers To You And Gourmet Too Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center, 205 W 4th St, Waterloo. 3-7 p.m. 273-4849. www.gbpac.org
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1-3 Hawkeye Farm Show UNI-Dome, 2501 Hudson Rd. 9 a.m–4 p.m. 507-437-4577. farmshowsusa.com 3-6 VANYA and SONIA and MASHA and SPIKE Oster Regent Theatre, 103 Main St. 7:30 p.m; Sun 2 p.m. 277-5283. osterregent.org 4-6 Theatre UNI Presents: The Glass Menagerie Strayer-Wood Theatre at UNI. 7:30 p.m.; Sun 2 p.m. uni.edu/theatre 5 wcfsymphony – Firebird GBPAC*, 8201 Dakota St. 7:30 p.m. 273-3373. wcfsymphony.org 5-6 Annual Maple Syrup Festival Hartman Reserve Nature Center, 657 Reserve Dr. 7 a.m.–1 p.m. 277-2187. hartmanreserve.org 6 Metropolitan Chorale Winter Concert First United Methodist Church, 718 Clay St. 3 p.m. met-chorale.com 8 Spotlight Series: Concert Chorale & Varsity Men’s Glee Club GBPAC*, 8201 Dakota St. 7:30 p.m. 273-2028. uni.edu/music 8 & 10 Comm Conservation Wksp. CF/WATLOO Locations. 6:30 p.m. Call 296-3262 ext 304. 11 Cesar Millan Live! GBPAC*, 8201 Dakota St. 7:30 p.m. 877-549-7496. gbpac.org 11-13 Eastern Iowa Sports Show UNI-DOME, 2401 Hudson Rd. 232-0218. easterniowasportshow.com 14-18 The World’s Greatest Spring Break for Kids Various locations, Downtown Waterloo. worldsgreatestspringbreak.com 18-20 UNI-Dome Antique & Collectibles Show UNI-Dome, 2501 Hudson Rd. 712-326-9964. antiquespectacular.com 24 Heroes Among Us Park Place, 1521 Technology Pkwy. 7 a.m. 268-3161. wheatoniowa.org 28 Spotlight Series: Performance Competition Finals GBPAC*, 8201 Dakota St. 7:30 p.m. 273-2028. uni.edu/music 29-Apr 1 Waverly Horse Sale Waverly Sale Barn, 2212 4th Ave NW, Waverly. 352-2804. waverlysales.com
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AQUATICS
SCUBA & SNORKEL SUNDAYS
Sunday, January 10, February 14 and March 13 at Peet Pool from 1 – 3 p.m. Cost is $10 per time payable ahead of time at Scuba Too, must be 8 years old. Register for Discover Snorkeling, Discover Scuba, Scuba Review or reserve equipment by calling 268-4201.
YOUTH SPRING LEARN TO SWIM LESSONS Dates for Infant/Toddler/Preschool: March 5 - April 30 Holmes Pool / Sat. / Fee: $30 INFANTS - GROUP 1 6 – 24 months Times: 8:30 – 8:55 a.m., 9 – 9:25 a.m., 9:30 – 9:55 a.m. Parents must accompany children into the water. Infant classes are designed to orient the child to the water, develop basic swimming skills, and to help parents learn how to work with their child in the water. Limited to 8, so pre-register. TODDLERS - GROUP 2 (2-4 Years) 10 – 10:25 a.m., 10:45 – 11:10 a.m , 11:15 – 11:40 a.m., 11:45 – 12:10 p.m. Parents accompany their child into the water. Toddler classes are designed to orient the child to the water, develop basic swimming skills, and to help parents learn how to work with their child in the water. Limited to 8, so pre-register. PRESCHOOL - GROUP 3 (3-5 years) 1 – 1:40 p.m., 1:45 – 2:25 p.m., 2:45-3:25 p.m., 3:30 – 4:10 p.m. This class will deal with introducing swimming skills. Parents may, on occasion, be asked to accompany the child into the water. Limited to 8, so preregister. Note: Once a child can stand on the bottom of the Peet pool (46” tall) they are ready to progress into Group 4 or Group 5, depending on how comfortable the child is in the water. NOTE: Not all classes will be offered at all times.
RECREATIONAL SWIMMING TIMES Peet Pool: 1 – 3:45 p.m. Sat. Holmes Pool: 7 – 8:45 p.m. Tue.,Thu., Sun. 1 – 3:45 p.m. Sun. Admission: $3 Infant (Under 2 years) $3.75 Youth (3-17) $3.75 Adult (18 +) or a winter swim pass
Pools will be closed the following days: •New Year’s Eve – Thursday, Dec. 31 •New Year’s Day – Friday, Jan. 1
Dates for Groups 4–8: March 22 - April 21 Peet Pool / Tue. & Thu. / Fee: $30 Swabbies Group 4 5:30 p.m., 6:20 p.m. Deck Hands Group 5 5:30 p.m., 6:20 p.m., 7:10 p.m. 1st Mates Group 6 5:30 p.m., 6:20 p.m., 7:10 p.m. Skippers Group 7 5:30 p.m., 7:10 p.m. Captains Group 8 6:20 p.m., 7:10 p.m.
WATER EXERCISE AQUA TRIM Session IV: January 4 – February 3 Session V: February 10 – March 21 Session VI: March 2 – April 27 Mon. & Wed. 6:15 – 7 p.m. Holmes / Fee: $30 (10 classes) $35 after deadline This class will deal with exercise in the pool. Both cardiovascular and endurance will be emphasized. Class size: 10-25. DEEP WATER AQUA TRIM Session IV January 4–February 3 Session V February 10-March 21 Session VI March 28 - April 27 Mon. & Wed. 7 – 7:45 p.m. Holmes / Fee: $30 (10 classes) $35 after deadline No impact exercise program. Specially designed floatation equipment will be provided to help you experience the freedom of buoyancy exercise while allowing a demanding workout for legs and upper body. There is a minimum of ten participants and a maximum of twenty-five. Pre-registration is required.
LAP SWIM TIMES Peet Pool: 5:45–7:30 a.m. Mon., Wed., Fri. Holmes Pool: 6 – 6:50 p.m. Sun. 6:15 – 7 p.m. Tue., Thu. 8:55 – 9:50 p.m. Tue., Thu. Admission: $3.75 or a winter swim pass
LIFEGUARDING LIFEGUARDING Must be 15 years old by the first day of class. April 1, 2, 3 Fri. 5 – 9:30 p.m. Sat. 8 a.m. – 8 p.m. Sun. 9 a.m. – 8 p.m. Peet Pool / Fee: $105 (includes Red Cross tracking fee of $35) The required book for the class can be downloaded from the Red Cross website: redcrossstore.org/home Students must have Group 9 swim skills and must report to Peet Pool the first day at 5 p.m. for pre-course testing. CPR for the Professional Rescuer and First Aid are included. Must attend all sessions. No Exceptions! LIFEGUARDING RECERTIFICATION Must be 15 years old by the first day of class. April 9 / Saturday 9 a.m. - 8 p.m. Peet Pool / Fee: $66 (includes the Red Cross Tracking Fee of $35) Individuals must have a current certification in Lifeguarding. First Aid & CPR for the Professional Rescuer will be taught. All must attend, no exceptions. 36
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The public pools will be available most Saturday and Sunday evenings after 4 p.m. for private parties. Rental fee is $60 for the first hour and $50 each additional hour for parties up to 75 people. For parties over 75 people the rental fee is $75 for the first hour and $65 for each additional hour. Call Tom Hogan at 319273-8636.
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Come to Indoor Park at the Cedar Falls Rec Center!
Preschool age children and their parents may come to the Cedar Falls Recreation Center on Tuesday & Thursday from 9:00am-2:00pm to use indoor play park equipment. We will keep Indoor Park Open through the in-climate weather of spring and announce a date as we near the end of the season. Cost is $3 per child or pay for the entire session for $40. Children must be accompanied by an adult, need not be a member!
Birthday Parties through the Recreation Center
Birthday packages are a great birthday idea offered through Cedar Falls Recreation. Various themes to choose from, just phone the Recreation Center. Rec Center Parties and Pool Parties are available to book on most Fridays, Saturdays and Sundays. Reservations can be made by calling 273-8636 now to see if the date you are interested in is available. Rec Center Themed Package is available for $135. The themed party includes theme related activities, punch, cake and a party supervisor. The Standard Package for $115 allows use of the Multi-Purpose room and FitGym for 2 hours, along with cake and punch. With either package, add 3 pizzas for $25.
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KARATE Karate will begin January 12 Registration will be taken at the Recreation Center; Classes held at Seishen Ryu Karate Club now located in downtown Cedar Falls. Fee: $30 / Tue. & Thu. 4:15 p.m. – 5 p.m. (7-11 year olds) 5 – 5:30 p.m. (5 & 6 year olds) Introduce your child to the martial arts.
YOUTH BASKETBALL 1st & 2nd Grade Boy’s & Coed Basketball will begin January 16 Saturdays: 9, 10 or an 11 a.m. CoEd Session. Fee: $30 before Jan. 7. Program meets at the Rec.Center. 3rd - 6th Grade Girl’s Basketball will begin January 16 Saturdays: 9 a.m. & 10:30 a.m. Kids will meet for an hour and 25 minutes for practicing and games. Fee: $35 before January 7. Program meets at Lincoln Elementary. 5th & 6th Grade Boy’s Basketball begins Monday, January 11 Players will be contacted with practice location and schedules. Teams will practice on Mondays and/or Tuesdays at the school site registered for starting at 4 p.m. Games are played on Thursday evenings at Peet or Holmes Jr. High schools. Fee: $40 before January 2.
WRECKING CREW SUMMER BALL CLUBS This CF REC program is open to any individual wanting to learn, enjoy and improve their skills while participating on various grade level teams. Teams will play games as part of a structured league or as an independent club. Any ability welcome, registered players will be placed on a team of 10 – 14 players. The “Buddy System” is available. Some out of Town Travel may be required. Registration fee : $45 per player by March 1/$50 after March 1. In addition each player will need to purchase a Jersey and optional hat or visor (approx. $20). Similar jerseys will be used by all teams. Jerseys and visors/hats can be used multiple years or replaced as needed. Players will provide their own grey baseball pants for practices and games. SEASON: Spring Training/ Practices will begin in April as weather permits. Games will be played Mid May – Mid July. HOW TO SIGN UP FOR EITHER PROGRAM: Go to the Cedar Falls Recreation Center, call 319273-8636 or online @ www. cedarfalls.com. Register early space is limited. Program Sponsors, Lattin Photography, Cedar Falls Lions Club, Rough Risers Kiwanis Club, Cedar Falls Recreation Division. Interested Coaches or assistants or for more information contact Brock Goos @ 319-273-8636
Cedar Falls Recreation Center APPLY FOR SUMMER JOBS BY MAR. 1, 2016 • VISIT WWW.CEDARFALLS.COM/RECJOBS CAMP CEDAR FALLS PROGRAMS 2016 Registration will begin in February! Camp is for kids just completing 1st 6th Grades. Our staff counselors create a fun and educational environment for the participants. This summer your child will need to bring a sack lunch, appropriate active attire, and a smile to participate in week by week activities, sports and fun. Various field trips are included and regular afternoons each week are spent at The Falls Aquatic Center. Parents are asked to provide a photo of child and complete a simple information sheet at time of registration. Space is limited, sign up early! Monday - Friday Fees: $105 per week/$735 when you sign up for all summer at once, Fees increase by $5 each week after May 31 Cedar Heights / 8 a.m. – 4:30 p.m., Hansen 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
ADULT SUMMER SOFTBALL LEAGUE Adult Summer Softball League for players 18 years or older will be held late April - early August. Monday-Friday, leagues are available, games are scheduled 6 – 10 p.m. Games are played at Birdsall Park Softball Complex. Registration begins February 17 for returning teams and February 24 for returning teams wishing to switch nights. Open registration starts March 1. ADULT SPRING VOLLEYBALL LEAGUE Adult Spring Volleyball League for players 16 years or older will be held February 17 - late April. Games are played at various Cedar Falls School Gymnasiums 6:45-10:00pm as scheduled and are self-officiated. The team fee is $70. Registration will be open to all teams beginning January 12. The registration deadline is February 7. Mixed Leagues are on Mondays and Men’s and Women’s Leagues are on Wednesdays.
EXERCISE @ THE REC! Tired, sluggish, clothes not fitting? Fitness classes and Fighterbody Fitness are a part of your solution! We offer a wide variety of classes to help you feel and look better. Our highly trained, certified instructors specialize in strength, balance, flexibility and endurance. We offer a one or four month fitness pass. You may purchase a card that permits your unlimited usage to any fitness class that does not require pre-registration. A membership is not needed to purchase a fitness pass. The fitness pass allows usage of the locker room and fitness classes only.
FITNESS PASS
FOOD IS THE MOST ABUSED ANXIETY DRUG.
EXERCISE IS THE MOST UNDER UTILIZED ANTIDEPRESSENT.
Cedar Falls Recreation Center
January – April Session: 4-month pass: $90 ($45 for Rec Center Members) 1-month pass: $35 ($30.00 for Rec Center Members) (Cannot run into the next month)
One time Class Tryout: $5 POWERHOUSE - ALL LEVELS You want tough, gritty lifting sessions? Powerhouse is your answer. You will build muscle strength and definition using the most current weight lifting principles; progressive overload technique, “running the rack” and super sets. Your body will get lean and strong. Get the results you want! Tue. & Thu.: 6:35 – 7:25 p.m. BAGS & BANDS - INTERMEDIATE LEVEL Step out of your comfort zone! Increase your strength, endurance, balance, and overall fitness with this kickboxing and TRX suspension training class. Mon. & Wed.: 6:35 – 7:15 p.m. CARDIO TONE - ALL LEVELS Added Variety. A combination of cardio and strength training exercises will raise your heart rate & kick start your metabolism! Mon., Wed., Fri.: 5:15 a.m. Tue., Thu., Fri.: 4:30 p.m.
TRX TRAINED-ALL LEVELS Strength training using the TRX will challenge and improve your strength, balance and flexibility. Make your body your machine! Tue. & Thu.: 5:30 – 6:20 p.m. BODY BLAST Intermediate Level. A high intensity interval based blast for your body! This class incorporates all the essentials into one powerful workout. Mon., Wed., Fri.: 9 a.m. LOW IMPACT AEROBICS - All Levels This low impact class will safely increase all areas of fitness for the beginner or those looking for an “easy on the joints” workout. This class uses steps, hand weights, mats, tubes, stability balls, weighted bars and glide discs. Mon., Wed., Fri.: 8 a.m. YOGA/PILATES - ALL LEVELS Improve flexibility, focus core strength and muscle endurance in our yoga & pilates classes. Stretch Yoga - All levels Tue.,& Thu.: 8 a.m. Sports Yoga – Intermediate level Mon., Wed., Fri.: 9 a.m. Mon., Wed.: 5:30 p.m. Pilates - All Levels Mon., Wed., Fri.: 10 a.m. Tue.,& Thu.: 5:30 a.m.– 6 a.m.
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CHISEL - ALL LEVELS Strength and muscle toning exercises in one burner of a class for a full body workout. Mon., & Wed.: 5 – 5:30 p.m. Tue. & Thu.: 6 – 6:30 a.m. Tue. & Thu.: 9 a.m. Sat.: 9:15 a.m. CYCLING - ALL LEVELS An intense but low impact aerobics class on a spinning bike set to music! First come first serve. Mon., & Wed.: 4:30 p.m. Tue. & Thu.: 5:15 a.m. Tue. & Thu.: 9 a.m. Tue. & Thu.: 5:30 p.m. Sat: 8:30 a.m. ZUMBA® - ALL LEVELS Dance your way to a fitter you! New, exciting and unique Latin dance moves that target every muscle group. Mon. & Wed.: 10 a.m. Sun.: 4 p.m. LOW IMPACT AEROBICS - All Levels This low impact class will safely increase all areas of fitness for the beginner or those looking for an “easy on the joints” workout. Mon., Wed., Fri.: 8 a.m.
PRE-REGISTERED CLASSES ROCK ON! 1/2 price with a membership or fitness pass. Extreme Class for Extreme Results! Classes include Cycling, Core Work, Boot Camp, Strength & Kick Boxing. Mon., Wed., Fri.: 5:15 a.m $48/month CIRCUIT WEIGHT CLASSES 1/2 price with a membership or fitness pass. Build muscle strength, definition and endurance on strength training equipment. This is the perfect class to improve bone density. All fitness levels welcome! Pre-requisite: circuit weight orientation with a personal trainer; new registrants only. Tue. & Thu.: 4:30 p.m $28/month 12 | Winter 2016 www.CedarFalls.com
CARDIO-CYCLING CLASS 1/2 price with a membership or fitness pass. Join in our low impact cardio class. Burn calories and strengthen your legs and cardio respiratory system in cardio cycling. All fitness levels welcome! Mon., Wed., Fri.: 8 a.m. $42/month
FIGHTERBODY FITNESS Combines real kickboxing techniques with a variety of intense cardio, flexibility, sprint, step and plyometric based exercises. Fighterbody also includes strength training designed for adding lean muscle focused on definition and tone using dumbbells, bodyweight & resistance bands. Fighterbody members train from what we call, “a constant state of fatigue”, which is designed to build the metabolism at the fastest rate possible. The program was also developed utilizing the greatest amount of muscle and exercise variations ever possible in a one hour extreme workout. No two workouts are ever the same and the program is designed for everyone regardless of age, gender, shape or physical fitness! Class has an Initial 8 week commitment, then four week sessions. Student rates available. Fees: $25/initiation, $75 four weeks Non Members, $60 four weeks Rec Center Members Mon. – Thu.: 6:15 – 7:15 a.m. Mon. – Thu.: 11:45 – 12:45 p.m. Mon. – Thu.: 3:30 – 4:30 p.m. Mon. – Thu.: 4:30 – 5:30 p.m. Mon. – Thu.: 5:30 – 6:30 p.m. Fri.: 6:15 a.m. or 3:15 p.m. OPEN TO ALL-DROP IN PERSONAL TRAINING Having a tough time staying on a healthy track this time of year? To help meet and maintain your fitness and wellness goals, the CF Rec offers personal fitness trainers. Trainers will meet with you, at a time that works best for your schedule. We can work with any special needs or injuries you may have. All of our trainers are nationally certified. For information visit us at cedarfalls.com/fitness.
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ISLAND PARK BEACH HOUSE is now available to rent for the May 1-October 15, 2016 season, located at 218 Center Street in Island Park Cedar Falls, Iowa. When renting the facility for private events you may choose from the East or bridge side, which can hold up to 120 people in a banquet style seating if desired or the entire building with banquet style seating for around 180. Each side has a stainless steel serving counter and a sink with hot and cold water available for use. The facility comes with the appropriate number of tables and chairs. A small deck/patio is available with the respective ends on the river side of the building. Rentals can be made up to one year in advance in person at the Cedar Falls Recreation Center located at 110 East 13th Street in Cedar Falls. Those interested in inquiring about available dates can call the Rec Center at 319-273-8636 to obtain that information.
Rental Fees: Mon.–Thu. East or bridge side $125 Entire building $175
Fri.–Sun. & Holidays $200.00 $275.00
Deposits: A deposit check of $500 is required for east side or $750 for the rental of the entire building. Deposits will be returned 3 business days after the rental provided no damage has been done to the facility.
HOARDING HAZARDS AND FIRE SAFETY • Hoarding is collecting or keeping large amounts of various items in the home due to strong urges to save them or distress experienced when discarding them. • Many rooms in the home are so filled with possessions that residents can no longer use the rooms as designed. • The home is so overloaded with things that everyday living is compromised. Why do people become hoarders? Hoarding is a mental disorder that can be genetic in nature, triggered by traumatic events, or a symptom of another disorder, such as depression, obsessive compulsive disorder, or dementia. Studies have found that hoarding usually begins in early adolescence and gets worse as a person ages. It is more common among older adults.
Why is hoarding an issue for the fire service?
• Hoarding can be a fire hazard. Many occupants die in fires in these homes. Often, blocked exits prevent escape from the home. In addition, many people who are hoarding are injured when they trip over things or when materials fall on them. • Responding firefighters can be put at risk due to obstructed exits, falling objects, and excessive fire loading that can lead to collapse. • Those living adjacent to an occupied structure can be quickly affected when a fire occurs, due to excessive smoke and fire conditions. Many fire departments are experiencing serious fires, injuries, and deaths as the result of compulsive hoarding behavior.
Since studies suggest that between three and five percent of the population are compulsive hoarders, fire departments must become familiar with this issue and how to effectively handle it.
What can the fire service do?
The fire service may become aware of a hoarding situation through emergency response or notification by another agency, family member, or neighbor. Knowing how to talk to the person who is hoarding and how to work with other professional groups to effectively deal with the hoarding behavior is important. The following suggestions have been adapted from The Hoarding Handbook: A Guide for Human Service Professionals (Oxford University Press). When talking to someone who is hoarding: • Be respectful and show concern for the person’s safety • Match the language of the person. If the person talks about his “collection”or her “things”, use that language. Avoid using derogatory terms, such as “junk”, “trash”, or “hoarding”. • Focus on safety issues, such as fires, fall hazards, and avalanche conditions. Build support for addressing these issues instead of insisting on an immediate and overwhelming cleanup. • Show empathy by indicating some kind of change is necessary. If you are aware of a person who may have this disorder, please contact Cedar Falls Fire Rescue at 319.273.8622 (source NFPA.org)
2016 Exhibition & Program Series Victorian Home & Carriage House Museum
Feb. 25 – Dec. 16, 2016 • “A Useful Tool: Invention in Cedar Falls” – Exhibition
From the late 1800s to the present day, inventors in Cedar Falls have patented everything from bed springs to excavators in their efforts to make life more comfortable and productive. View original drawings and reproduction models, try hands-on tinkering, and learn about locally-made inventions that are both interesting and amusing.
Feb. 25, 4 – 6 p.m. • Exhibition Opening Reception
Join us for light refreshments as we celebrate the launch of our 2016 exhibition.
Feb. 26, 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. • Tinkering for Tweens
Children in 3rd through 6th grades are invited to a day-camp of fun, problem-solving, creativity, and inventing. $25 ($20 for Society members), pre-registration required.
April 24-28, 2016 • Historic Bus Tour to the Neighborhoods of Chicago
Learn about the cultures and ethnicities that have made their mark on Chicago’s neighborhoods, see the impact of the Great Fire of 1871, explore the majesty and mystery of the Chicago World’s Fair, and experience the labor and luxury of the industrial revolution. Reservations will be taken until February 1 or until the bus fills.
Sat., Feb. 20, 9:30 a.m. – noon • Girl Scout program: “Manners matter…” for Juniors
Junior Scouts are invited to learn about the exemplary manners and proper social graces that were so important to Victorians, as they earn the Social Butterfly badge at the Victorian Home & Carriage House Museum. Simple “tea party” refreshments will be served. Pre-registration required.
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A Tribute To Coach Dick Marcussen In October 2015 Coach Dick Marcussen announced his retirement from coaching the Girl’s High School Swim Team. Mr. Marcussen was the first coach for each program when the men‘s program started up in 1969 and the women’s in 1970. Since that time he has been the only swim coach for the girl’s program. Over his 45 years of coaching the girl’s program and 40 plus years of coaching the boy’s program, he has had numerous accomplishments: His teams have a winning percentage of over 86%, 24 of 25 Girl’s MVC Championships, 9 girl’s state team championships with 7 runner ups, 5 Boy’s state tiles with 1 runner up, named National swim coach of the year in 2005, 90 of his swimmers have been named all state swimmers and 53 made the allAmerican status. In recognition for all the years of service, all the accomplishments and all the lives he has positively affected, the Holmes pool was named after Coach Marcussen on Nov 15, 2015. From this point forward, it will be known as the Marcussen Pool at Holmes Jr. High. www.CedarFalls.com Winter 2016 | 13
What is a Roundabout? A roundabout is a type of circular intersection with yield control of entering traffic, islands on the approaches, and appropriate roadway curvature to reduce vehicle speeds.
THE TRUTH ABOUT “ROUNDABOUTS”
Modern roundabouts are different from rotaries and traffic circles. Roundabouts are typically smaller than the large, high-speed rotaries still in use in some parts of the country. In addition, roundabouts are typically larger than neighborhood traffic circles used to calm traffic.
How to Drive a
News stories of late have reported citizen objections to the planned roundabouts on University Avenue in Cedar Falls. There have been three common complaints registered; 1. Not enough opportunity for input. 2. The City didn’t get enough money for the transfer of University Avenue. 3. Some vocal dislike for the change to roundabouts. Here are the short answers to these objections: 1. The City held dozens of meetings and planning sessions over the course of seven years. Hours of input went into this solution. 2. The City negotiated an additional $5 million from the state before agreeing to take University Avenue. Reconstruction of six lanes was cost prohibited. Roundabout Benefits Compared to other types of intersections, roundabouts have demonstrated safety and other 3. Dislike for change is a common condition. The majority of residents have benefits. Roundabouts: been silent. Others legitimately object when the changes may affect them. Yet roundabouts will better serve the community in Improve Traffic Safety Improve Pedestrian Safety physical shape of roundabouts eliminate • Pedestrians are accommodated at the short and long term and beautify the frontage along this commercial corridor. The crossing conflicts that are present at crosswalks around the perimeter of the conventional intersections, thus reducing the total number of potential conflict points and the most severe of those conflict points.
TAKING A CLOSER LOOK - SAFETY & SAVINGS
roundabout and are provided safe places to pause on islands between traffic.
• More than 90% reduction in fatalities
• Reduced vehicle speeds in and around intersections
• 76% reduction in injuries
• Pedestrians can focus on one traffic stream
Two lane roundabouts Vs. three lane signalized intersections allcrossing, across the at a time while simplifying the • 35% reduction inhave all crashes been debated process Reduce Congestion country. The bottom line is safety and cost. Roundabouts reduce accidents and toto • Drivers cost have more less time to react Yield signs reduce the number of vehicles that pedestrians since crosswalks are set further install and far less to maintain. need to stop and also reduce the time vehicles back from traffic. are stopped. Save Money Here is a snap shot of the accident and injury • Efficient during both peak hours and other A roundabout typically has lower operating and times maintenance costs than a traffic signal. benefit of roundabouts: • Typically less delay Reduce Pollution and Fuel Use
Roundabouts reduced injury crashes by 75 percent at intersections where stop signs or signals were previously used for traffic control, according to a study by the Insurance Institute for Highway Safety (IIHS). Studies by the IIHS and Federal Highway Administration have shown that roundabouts typically achieve: A 37 percent reduction in overall collisions A 75 percent reduction in injury collisions A 90 percent reduction in fatality collisions A 40 percent reduction in pedestrian collisions
Even with heavy volumes, vehicles continue to advance slowly in moving queues rather than coming to a complete stop. • Fewer stops and hard accelerations • Less time idling
• Often no signal equipment to install, power, and maintain
• Opportunity for attractive landscaping and decorative elements
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GENERAL INFORM
The design of University Avenue Roundabouts has capitalized on best practices from around the country. The two lane design provides an ease of traffic flow for all cars and trucks along this corridor. Special consideration has been given to pedestrians crossing these traffic circles. Since those on foot only need look in one direction as they cross, it’s much safer. Then, they only cross to the island, wait for a clearing and walk the remaining crossing. Cedar Falls roundabouts are safer, faster, more economical, more environmentally sound and best of all, they serve the traffic with ease and lower fuel consumption. Adjustments to this change has been embraced everywhere they have been implemented. If you want to know more about modernizing our streets, visit any of the following web locations: http://www.cedarfalls-universityaveproject.com/
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Cedar Falls University Avenue Reconstruction plans represent years of planning, public comment, research and financial accountability. The alternative of restructuring a six lane signalized University Avenue is unnecessary and too costly. The roundabout solution will beautify this corridor and enhance the visibility and access to adjacent businesses.
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FY2017 BUDGET PROCESS IS UNDERWAY The City of Cedar Falls has begun its FY2017 (July 1, 2016 through June 30, 2017) budget process. The process provides for citizen input, formal council direction, a staff proposed budget, and decision and adoption of the City’s budget. Budget meetings are held at City Hall and are open to the public. Tentative dates are:
Set date of public hearing Mon., Feb. 15, 2016 • 7:00 p.m.
Public hearing & adoption of budget Mon., Mar. 7, 2016 • 7:00 p.m.
5 YEAR CAPITAL IMPROVEMENTS PROGRAM The Capital Improvements Program (CIP) is a major part of the City’s budget process. The CIP was presented to City Council and the Planning & Zoning Commission in December. The FY16-21 CIP includes 169 projects for a total of $207 million. The projects are funded by approximately 40 different funding sources. These sources include general obligation bond funding, local option sales tax, sanitary sewer fees, and federal/ state grant funding. The purpose of the five year plan is to coordinate and time capital projects for all city departments while prioritizing projects which provide the greatest benefit. Here is a listing of Capital Improvement Highlights: • • • • •
Cedar River Levee Improvements Center Street Improvements City Street Improvements (Reconstruction-resurfacing-sealcoating) Dam Safety Improvements Hwy 58 & Viking Road Intersection Improvements
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University Avenue Public Safety Building Storm Water Improvements Water Treatment Facility Upgrades Sanitary Sewer Infiltration & Inflow Reduction
If citizens are interested in reviewing the CIP, visit the city’s website or call the Department of Finance & Business Operations at City Hall at 273-8600.
TUNE TO LOCAL PROGRAMS Cedar Falls Community Television, Channel 15, is your home for local programming. Channel 15 televises City Council & Planning and Zoning Commission meetings each month. We also produce several shows each month so the viewers of Cedar Falls can be informed and entertained with locally produced content. These shows include Currents Up Close, Veterans of the Cedar Valley and Serving the Valley. Cedar Falls Community Television televises many local high school and college athletic events. Enjoy local games and events on Cedar Falls Channel 15. We are in the midst of our 7th season of production for the Panther Sports Network (PSN). This year’s PSN schedule included four UNI Football games, five UNI Men’s Basketball games and one UNI Wrestling meet. Entering this season, the UNI Men’s Basketball team is 31-2 on the Panther Sports Network and the upset victory over #1 North Carolina adds to that total. You can also watch for the UNI-Iowa State Wrestling meet on CFU Channel 15/415, live on Friday, February 5th at 7PM.
Enjoy these local sporting events this winter: Fri., Jan. 8.......... CF Men’s Basketball v Linn-Mar Fri., Jan. 15......... CF Women’s Basketball v Waterloo West Fri., Jan. 22........ CF Women’s Basketball v Cedar Rapids Kennedy Tue., Jan. 26...... CF Men’s Basketball v Iowa City West Fri., Jan. 29........ CF Women’s Basketball v Dubuque Senior Tue., Feb. 2........ CF Men’s Basketball v Cedar Rapids Washington Tue., Feb. 9........ CF Women’s Basketball v Iowa City High Thu., Feb. 18...... CF Men’s Basketball v CR Prairie Replays of PSN events will also be shown on Channel 15. Wed., Dec. 30.... UNI Men’s Basketball v Bradley............. 7:00 p.m. Sat., Jan. 9......... UNI Men’s Basketball v Drake............... 7:00 p.m. Wed., Jan. 20..... UNI Men’s Basketball v Wichita State.... 7:00 p.m. Fri., Feb. 5.......... UNI Wrestling v Iowa State.................... 7:00 p.m. Mon., Apr. 11...... All City Vocal Music Concert.................. 7:00 p.m. Sun., May 22..... Cedar Falls Graduation Ceremony.........2:00 p.m. In addition to these great athletic events, Channel 15/415 bring select junior high games featuring the cross-town rivalry series of Holmes versus Peet. Thanks for watching local programming on Channel 15. For weekly schedules go to: www.cedarfalls.com/cabletv
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Cedar Falls’ Historic Preservation Commission and Channel 15 invite you to view the premiere of “Voices from the Past” on January 19th at 7 PM in Cedar Falls’ Community Center. Learn about three pioneers of Cedar Falls and the homes connected to them. Locals Rita Congdon, Richard Congdon, and Linda Holm star as Mrs. Sartori, Mr. Rownd, and Mrs. Boehmler. Free Admission!
Neighbors - we’re better connected together! Cedar Falls neighborhoods are using the social networking site Nextdoor. com to meet up, organize neighborhood events (like block parties and cleanups), stay abreast of city-wide issues, and alert their neighbors to public safety concerns. A simple address verification permits residents to join; you can then post to the site, view your neighborhood directory, and view area events and activities. If your neighborhood isn’t on the map yet, you can easily start one up at Nextdoor.com. Contact Rob Green at rgreen@cfu.net for information.
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Example neighborhood social page in Nextdoor