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HAPPY HOUR BAR GUIDE
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TABLE FOR ONE FLAT TIRE CAFE
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YOU NEED ART
MARION ARTS FESTIVAL
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FOOTBALL. RUGBY. SOFTBALL. VOLLEYBALL. BOXING. RICKY LEGREE DOES IT ALL.
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People You Should Meet
Ricky Legree plays the field. Literally. Football. Softball. Rugby. Don’t know him? You should.
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In Circle
Curious about the cool kids behind Hoopla? Find out all about the crew and how to join us.
PHOTOGRAPHY BY CLIFF JETTE
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I’m Just Sayin’
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In the Know
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Five Minutes
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Twitterpated
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FaveFive
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3 Things
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Bar Guide
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Taste Buds
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InTheKitchen
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Clean Plate Club
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Flicks
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Book Talk
page 20
Get Out
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Calendar
Editor Carly Weber shares the full scoop on Hoopla, what’s in this issue and whatever else she wants.
Thirsty? Craving some live music or want to croon with karaoke? Here’s how you find out where and when.
Andrea Dietzenbach is a good date at The Flat Tire Cafe.
You need art. Seriously. You do. Check out Marion Arts Festival this weekend.
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What’s coming, what’s here and what you better hurry to the multiplex to see before it’s just another title in your Netflix queue.
Not sure what to do this week? Come hang with the Hoopla Crew at Benz Beerfest.
Jayson West’s dishes at Daniel Arthur’s are as unique as the restaurant’s space.
To read or not to read? Is it a question?
Quit whining that there’s nothing to do around here. We did the hard work. Go enjoy yourself.
Hoopla is published weekly by Gazette Communications.
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We want to know: What concert do you want to see in the Corridor?
A few of Chad Kreel’s favorite things? The great outdoors, family and fun.
What’s got the Corridor all a-Twitter? Hi. Ho. Hi. Ho. It’s off to work we go.
Volume 2 , No. 20, Copyright 2009
All the news you didn’t know you needed to know, plus Greg Dietzenbach’s comic, “Little fish, big pond.”
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QUESTION OF THE WEEK:
“If you could be uber talented at any sport, which would it be?”
Carly Weber
Seth Smith
Michelle Wiese
Stacey Stefani
Andrea Dietzenbach
“I’ve kind of always wanted to rock at croquet.”
“Football. Fame, fortune, and cheerleaders – the NFL life would suit me just fine.”
“Cycling. Those riders get to travel to all sorts of cool places to compete.”
“Football. I like to think I was good at powder puff back in high school. ”
“I’d be a frighteningly ripped “Golf!” professional body builder with the oily skin and eery orange tan.”
Katie Mills-Giorgio
Maggie Mills
Caitlin Slessor
Justin Braden
Quinn Pettifer
“Golf. I like to pretend I know what I’m doing, but I don’t think I’m fooling anyone.”
“Definitely mixed martial arts!”
“Probably basketball. It was the only sport I didn’t play because I sucked and their practices always seemed way easier.”
“Is multi-tasking a competitive sport? If not, it should be.”
Editor
Art Director
Jamie Kelly
Twitterpated, Page 6
Three Things, Page 8 Get Out, Page 20
“I’d be good at baseball.”
“Track and field. I’m a Drake grad so being able to run at Drake Relays would have been sweet!”
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I’ve been waiting to write this column for months. At least three or four. And that seems like FOREVER! I’ve been itching to write it ever since we started the ball rolling on a redesign of our Web site, HooplaNow.com And. Now. The transformation is complete. Yay! Have you seen it yet? I’ll wait while you go check it out. G’head. Go. It’s
www.HooplaNow.com
Are you there yet? Now? OK. Isn’t it pretty? Of course I can’t take any credit for the design. That was all Seth, our art director. And the web development? Nope. Not me either. Our super duper web dev dudes get the props for all the widgety coolness, the photo galleries, the featured articles. Pretty much the fact that the site works at all. But I do get the credit for whining about the old site enough that I got this new site to parade around. Sure. It got the job done. Sort of. I was probably more critical of it than anyone else. Because it didn’t match my vision and it definitely didn’t reflect the cool design in these pages. Now. It totally does. The site says: Entertainment. I’m fun. Search me. Spend time here. Read all about the cool people and things happening in the Corridor.
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All the news you didn’t know you needed to know.
A year later POSTVILLE — It’s been a year since the immigration raid on the Agriprocessors meat packing plant in Postville. In the raid, 389 employees were arrested for illegal status to falsifying documents, such as social security cards. Minors were working at the plant in violation of child labor laws as well. Agriprocessors has declared bankruptcy and many of the town’s Hispanic businesses have closed, as a result. Sholom Rubashkin, former vice president of Agriprocessors Inc., is facing 9,311 state labor law violations.
Treasure hunt The season of true bargain hunting has begun with citywide garage sales. Hunters are armed with maps, small bills and change, and a plan. The most important strategy in getting a good deal is to get to the sale early. Really, really early. Before the birds are even awake. Robins’ citywide garage sale is this weekend, followed by Hills on May 29 and 30.
Fresh start CEDAR RAPIDS — Do some serious networking, Hawaiian-style, at the Cedar Rapids Chamber of Commerce’s Corridor PM Exchange. Stop by
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Children’s dishes and a tea set are for sale at a garage sale during the citywide Coralville sale May 2. More citywide sales are coming up this spring and summer across Eastern Iowa.
ServiceMaster 380 to meet new people, enjoy food, drinks and live entertainment. Plus, you’ll be one of the first to hear about the new group for young professionals in the Corridor — a result of the merger between Access Iowa and the Next Generation Commission. The launch of the new group includes unveiling the official name and logo (our sources say, brace for impact) and explaining the mission, purpose, structure and scope of current and longterm projects offered to program members and supporters. The exchange is from 5 to 7 p.m. May 19 at ServiceMaster 380, 5607 Fourth St. Ct. SW, Cedar
Rapids. For more information, go to www.accessiowa.org
Just the facts, ma’am CEDAR RAPIDS — If you get in an accident in Cedar Rapids, make sure you have a point-and-shoot camera on you. With cases of no-injury accidents, Cedar Rapids police are less likely to file an accident report than in, say, Davenport. This could mean months of insurance companies haggling over who is at fault for the accident.
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T W I T T E R . C O M I S TA K I N G T H E O N L I N E W O R L D BY S TO R M . A L L YO U H AV E TO D O I S A N S W E R , I N 1 4 0 C H A R A C T E R S O R L E S S , T H I S Q U E S T I O N : W H AT A R E YO U D O I N G R I G H T N O W ?
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FROM FLOODSTOCK IN CEDAR RAPIDS TO THE JAZZ FESTIVAL IN IOWA CITY, THIS SUMMER’S ENTERTAINMENT LINEUP IS LOOKING PRETTY GOOD SO FAR. BUT WHAT’S MISSING? WE GOT TO WONDERING WHAT MUSICAL ACTS ARE MOST COVETED IN THE CORRIDOR. — MAGGIE MILLS
What concert would you love to see come to the area?
sure if this is another vice I need to be diving into.
swirlee: Hrm. I think someone swapped my regular pants with cranky pants today.
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Pretty damn proud of myself right now. Don’t worry - it will pass soon. Hannah Long, 18
dzesika: Downside of working on home machine:
I don’t have any of my apps set up the way they should be. Upside: I have my iTunes library!
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Mitch Leahy, 24
“Lil Wayne.”
“Lupe Fiasco.”
“The Rolling Stones.”
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Tima Amr, 19
Aubrey Coder, 18
“Daddy Yankee.”
“The Fray.”
“Nickelback.”
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hidama: What am I getting my mother for
Mother’s Day? Well, I’m offering her the best gift - I’m graduating from college :P
tdorman: Emma, Jacob top baby names in US.
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The great outdoors
For all those outdoor and nature nuts, you know what I’m talking about. Fishing and hunting are the name of the game. The thrill when your fishing pole gets a hit by something big and the prize and adrenaline rush when you’re bringing it in. There’s nothing like it! Bring it on!
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Country Living
I never thought I would be on the road, riding a bike. Now it’s in my blood. Where else can you hit the road, be competitive, and get a good workout? OK, I’m sure some of you have other things, but cycling is a workout like no other. You want to burn you legs up, hit the hill out on Rosedale off Mount Vernon Road.
Cinch up your laces and hit the road. Just like cycling, running gets in your blood and it doesn’t leave. Sure it hurts at the beginning, but just like all things, once you get used to it, you’ll want more. I take on the country gravel roads where I don’t have to worry so much about the busy traffic or idiots traveling Mach 1. As long as you’re not scared of the cow crap, or other animals in the country, I’d recommend you get out and try it. Who knows, you might like it.
How many of you have families? Those that do know what I’m talking about when I say they are part of my fave five. The fun times outside with my boys, whether it’s playing catch or giving them an underdog on the swing. It’s all part of this thing we call life, and I wouldn’t give it up for the world. I’m a family guy. What can I say.
If you’re reading this part last, you probably have me figured out. I’m a guy that loves to be outside, in the country and with the fam. It’s the best combination. Country living isn’t always about the idea of living in the country; rather it’s about neighbors who will help you out no matter what. It’s about the freedom to go outside and race a go-cart around the yard and make all the noise you want. You get my point.
Cycling
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Country Living
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Slipknot
Thursday, May 14
Slipknot 7 p.m. Thursday (5/14) U.S. Cellular Center, 370 First Ave., Cedar Rapids, Tickets are $39.50 to $45, www.uscellularcenter.com or www.slipknot1.com
KATIE MILLS GIORGIO IS A FREELANCE WRITER LIVING IN CEDAR RAPIDS WHO ENJOYS THE BALANCING ACT OF BEING A WRITER, WIFE, MOM AND HIP YOUNG PROFESSIONAL IN THE CORRIDOR.
Heavy metal takes over downtown Cedar Rapids Thursday night when Des Moinesnatives Slipknot rolls into town for another attention-grabbing concert at the U.S. Cellular Center. The nine-member, mask-wearing, hard-metal-playing crew — including DJ Sid Wilson, drummer Joey Jordison, Paul Gray, percussionist Chris Fehn, Jim Root, sampler Craig “133” Jones, percussionist M. Shawn “Clown” Crahan, guitarist Mick Thomson and vocalist Corey Taylor — take the stage in Cedar Rapids as part of their “All Hope is Gone” World Tour (they head to Germany in just a few weeks). The group has been together since 1995 and, while each band member has worked on side projects (Taylor and Root also play with Stone Sour), they remain dedicated to their shock and rock shows. Jumpsuits and all.
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Fri - Bartenders Choice
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Millstream Brewing Co., 835 48th Avenue, Middle Amana, (319) 622-3672, www. millstreambrewing.com 2 to 5 p.m., Granite City, 4755 First Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids, (319) 395-7500, www.gcfb.net
{ three} Benz Beerfest
Houby Days and Taste of Czech & Slovak
Saturday, May 16
Friday to Sunday, May 15 to 17
Martine Locke
Head on down to Czech Village this weekend for Houby Days. Houby means “mushroom” in Czech, and the festival celebrates the tasty fungi. Parking will be tight, but attendees are encouraged to park by the Riverside Roundhouse and the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library or on the other side of the Cedar River.
Toast the start of summer at the 5th annual Benz Beerfest at Benz Beverage Depot. It features more than 75 delicious brews from all over the world, along with live music and food. It’ll cost you $15 to get in, but you’ll not only get a souvenir tasting glass, you’ll be supporting the Cedar Rapids Downtown District. We’ll drink to that!
Houby Days and Taste of Czech & Slovak Various times, Friday to Sunday (5/15-17), Czech Village, Cedar Rapids, www.czechheritagefoundation.org, www.ncsml.org or www.newbohemia.org
Benz Beerfest 1 to 5 p.m., Saturday (05/16), Benz Beverage Depot, 501 Seventh Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids, $15, RSVP at (319) 365-2556 or www. benzbeveragedepot.com
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Hamburger Mary’s, 222 Glenbrook Dr. SE, Cedar Rapids, $3 cover charge after 8 p.m., www.hamburgermaryscr.com
Joe Cocker
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Mississippi Moon Bar at the Diamond Jo Casino, 301 Bell St., Dubuque, $45, (563) 6904800, www.diamondjo.com
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BAR & LOCATION
Thursday 5.14
Friday 5.15
CEDAR RAPIDS WEST Happy Hour: 3-7 p.m. Bushwood 350 Edgewood Rd. NW 319-390-7140
Bud Night
Happy Hour: 3-7 p.m.
Cedar River Landing
Happy Hour 3-7p.m., 8 p.m.
Happy Hour 3-7p.m.
3rd Degree
Rumors
Happy Hour, 8:30 p.m.-$3 Domestic Cups, $1 Refills, 9 p.m.-Karaoke w/ Bobby
Happy Hour 3-6p.m.
301 F Ave. NW 319-364-1854 400 F Ave. NW 319-286-0806
Monday 5.18
Tuesday 5.19
Happy Hour: All Day
Happpy Hour: 3-7 p.m.
Happy Hour: 3-7 p.m. & 10-close
Happy Hour: 3-7 p.m. & 10-close
Happy Hour All Day
Happy Hour 3-7p.m. Karoake with Chad
Happy Hour 3-7p.m.
Happy Hour 3-7 p.m.
4-8p.m.-Saturday After11-2 p.m.-Bloody Mary Bar, Happy Hour, Free Pool, 9 noon Party - Me & Rosie B, 9 p.m.-Karaoke, $3 Domes- p.m.-Karaoke with Bobby 9 p.m.-Karaoke tic Cups, $1 Refills
Happy Hour, 9 p.m.Karaoke with Bobby
Happy Hour, 9 p.m.Karaoke, $3.50 Bombs, $5 Domestic Pitchers
5 p.m.-8 Seconds; O’Connell Brothers Band
Outdoor Concert to Benefit Happy Hour 3-6p.m.-$2 Officer Tim Davis, 2 to 8 Bottles & $2.50 Tallboys, p.m., 8 Bands $1.50 Draws
Happy Hour 3-6p.m.-$2 Bottles & $2.50 Tallboys, $1.50 Draws
Happy Hour 3-6p.m.-$2 Bottles & $2.50 Tallboys, $1.50 Draws
9-1 a.m.-The Blend
9-1 a.m.-Dr. Z’s Experiment, $1.75 Coors Light Bottles for Games
Open at 4 p.m. - 6 p.m. Pool Tournament
CEDAR RAPIDS EAST/MARION ChromeHorse Saloon $2 Bottles & $2.50 Tall- D-Dog & the B-Bits, Happy boys, $4 Pitchers
1202 1/2 3rd St. SE 319-366-0414
Hour-$2 Bottles & $2.50 Tallboys, $1.50 Draws;
Cocktails & Company
1625 Blairs Ferry Rd., Marion 319-377-1140
Saturday 5.16
Sunday 5.17
Wed 5.20
Comedy Night
Paddy O’Rourkes
Happy Hour 3-6 p.m., 7 p.m.- Thirsty Thursday, $5 Pitchers
Happy Hour 3-6 p.m., 10 p.m.-close -Cup Night
9-1 a.m.-DJ’s Karoake
Tilted Kilt
Happy Hour 3-7p.m.-$1 Off 20oz Drafts, 8-close$6 Beer and Bomb
10 p.m.-close - $2 Wells, $2 Bottle Domestics
10 p.m.-close - $2 Wells, $2 Bottle Domestics
Pitcher’s
$2 Tallboys, $2 Screwdrivers
$2 Tallboys All Day, Karaoke
9-close - Karaoke
Parlor City Pub
Happy Hour 3-7 p.m., $4 Imports, $2.50 Domestic Steins Until Midnight
Happy Hour 3-7 p.m.
Bloody Mary Bar 11 a.m.-3 Bloody Mary Bar 11 a.m.-3 Happy Hour Until 10 p.m. p.m., Happy Hour 3-7 p.m. p.m., Happy Hour 3-6 p.m.
Happy Hour 3-7 p.m., $3 Bombs Until Midnight
$2.50 Tallboys, $2.25 Domestic Bottles, $2 Jello Shots
$5 All-U-Can Eat Wings $5 Bottomless cup nigt 7 5-10 p.m. and $2 Domestic p.m.-close Steins
608 16th St. NE 319-362-0554
1140 Blairs Ferry Rd. NE 319-294-1689 620 Lindale Dr., Marion 319-447-6244 1125 3rd St. SE 319-247-0000
DOWNTOWN CEDAR RAPIDS Bricks Bar & Grill $3 Import or Craft Pints 320 2nd Ave. SE 319-366-0950
and $2.50 Import Bottles
$2.50 Tallboys, $2.25 Domestic Bottles, $2 Jello Shots
Blend
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Piano Lounge
1/2 Price Wine & Martinis All Night
Mark Smith, $2.50 Domestics
Volume
$5 Cover, All You Can Drink Live Music, No Cover Wells Mixed Drinks and Before 9 p.m., DJ CJ Live Music
221 2nd Ave. SE 319-366-3364 208 2nd Ave. SE 319-363-0606 329 2nd Ave. SE 319-366-1501 KEY: LIVE MUSIC
COMEDY
KARAOKE
DISC JOCKEY
Happy Hour 3-6 p.m., 7 8 p.m.-DJs Karaoke with Happy Hour 3-6 p.m., p.m.-$5 Burger Baskets, $5 David & Jeni, Cup Night $3 7-9:30 p.m.-$5 All-U-Can Pitchers, $5 Bombs 32oz Domestics Eat Wings $4 Martini, $2.50 U-Call-It, Happy Hour 3-7p.m.-$1 Happy Hour 3-7 p.m.-$1 Beer and Bomb $6 Off 20oz Drafts, 8 p.m.-1/2 Off 20oz Drafts, $2.50 Off Drafts & Appetizers U-Call-It Happy Hour till 9 p.m. - $3 $3 Captain & Cokes Domestic Cup Night, $1 Refills After 9 p.m.
25¢ wings, $2-U-Call-It 5 p.m.-close
1/2 Price Pizza 5-10 p.m.
Happy Hour 3-6p.m.-$1 Off 20oz Drafts, 8-close $1 Wells, Draft Domestics $4 Bombs Happy Hour 3-7 p.m., 2 for 1 Select Drinks Until Midnight
1/2 Price Bottles of Wine Mark Smith, $2.50 Domestics Live Music, No Cover Before 9 p.m., DJ CJ
Closed
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Happy Hour: 1/2 Price Wine & Martinis / 8-close: $2 Domestic Beer
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The Vine
Happy Hour 3-7 p.m. $3 Domestic Steins & $5 Import Steins
Happy Hour 3-7 p.m., Seasonal Pour
Happy Hour 3-7 p.m., $2.50 Domestic Pints
Happy Hour 3-7 p.m., $2.50 Domestic Pints
Happy Hour 3-7, $2.50 Domestic Pints
Happy Hour 3-7, $3 Domestic Pints
Happy Hour 3-7 p.m., $2.50 Domestic Pints
The Mill
Kelly Jo Phelps, $2.75 Fat Tire Pints
Diplomats of Solid Sound
$1.75 PBR, High Life, Old Style & Grain Belt Bottles
$1.75 PBR, High Life, Old Style & Grain Belt Bottles
$2.75 Goose Island Honker’s Ale Pints
$2 PBR Tallboys
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Live Music, Half Price Wine Live Music,$2 Domestic & Martinis All Night Bottles, Half Price Wine & Martinis 7-9 p.m.
Live Music, Half Price Wine & Martinis 7-9 p.m.
The Airliner
Karaoke, Happy Hour: $2 Domestics, $2 Wells / 9 p.m.-Personal Pitchers
FAC (4-8)-$2 Domestics, $3 Wells, $2 Shots / 9 p.m.-$1 U-Call-It
9 p.m.-$2.50 3 Olive Vodka 9 p.m.-$2 U-Call-It Drinks, $2 Domestics
Graze
115 East College St. 319-887-LIPS(5477)
$5 Martinis (Select List) $2 Lemoncello Shots 10 p.m.-close
Martini Hour 2-5 p.m./$2 $2 Domestic Bottles, $2 Domestic Bottles, $2 Lem- Lemoncello Shots oncello Shots 10 p.m.
Formosa
$4 Martinis
$3 Stoli & Bacardi Drinks $2 Sake Bombs after 10 p.m.
$3 Stoli & Bacardi Drinks $2 Sake Bombs after 10 p.m.
The Union Bar
$2 U-Call-It
$3 Keystone Pitchers, $1 Draws
$4 Patron Shots - $10 Bottles of Champagne - $5 Pitchers
Vito’s
$3 3 Olives Vodka Drinks, $1.50 Draughts, Wells, Calls & Shots
$3 3 Olives Vodka Drinks, Pimp Bombs, $2.50 Bud Family Bottles
$3 3 Olives Vodka Drinks, Vegas Bombs, $2.50 Miller/ Coors /MGD
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330 E. Washington St. 319-354-4788 330 E. Prentiss St. 319-354-8767 120 E. Burlington St. 319-351-9529 217 Iowa Ave. 319-351-1797
22 South Clinton St. 319-351-9259
8:30 p.m. Live Music, $2 Well Drinks, Half Price Wine & Martinis 7-9 p.m. Happy Hour: $2 Domestics, Happy Hour: $2 Domestics, Happy Hour: $2 Domestic $2 Wells / 9 p.m.-$2 $2 Wells / 9 p.m.-$2 Draws, Wells, 9 p.m.-$1 U-Call-It U-Call-It U-Call-It Martini Hour 2-5 p.m.
Martini Hour 2-5 p.m.
Martini Hour 2-5 p.m.
$3 Asian Beers and Sake Cocktails
$4 Martinis
Half Price Bottles of Wine and Sake
$2 U-Call-It
$2 U-Call-It
$3 3 Olive Vodka Drinks, $2 Domestic Bottles & Draughts
Country Night, $5 jumbo pitchers, $2 Whiskeys, $3 3 Olives Vodka Drinks
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CORALVILLE/NORTH LIBERTY Charlie’s Bar and Grill Karaoke 9:30 p.m., $3.25 450 First Ave., Coralville 319-356-6914
Selected Drinks, Happy Hour 2-7 p.m.
Happy Hour 2-7 p.m.
$3.25 Mimosa & Bloody Mary, $2.50 Screwdrivers 2-4 p.m.
$2.50 Domestic Pints, $2.25 Well Drinks
$3.50 Selected Mexican Drinks
$4.25 Selected Mixed Drinks
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11 a.m.-close - Half Price Drinks
10 p.m.-close - DJ
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7 p.m.-close - $5 Domestic 7 p.m.-close - Pint Night, pitchers, $4 Martinis $2 Domestics, $3 Imports
The Vine
$3 Domestic Steins, $5 Import Steins
Seasonal Pour
$2.50 Domestic Pints
$2.50 Domestic Pints
$3 Domestic Pints
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YOU SHOULD MEET
Ricky Legree, 26, Cedar Rapids
System Test Engineer @ Intermec
California born and bred. Ricky Legree is doing his own system test engineer at Intermec in Cedar Rapids. California dreamin’ right here in Iowa. For fun, Ricky puts his computer skills to work as the He came here for college and stayed for the technical adviser for Access Iowa, Cedar Rapids’ young opportunity to do a little bit of everything he loves. professionals organization. He’s also on the social Computers. Sports. And meeting new people. committee.
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And, earlier this year, he started boxing. “I started going in January for the fitness aspects, but after four weeks, the coach suggested I fight in the Golden Gloves tournament. I was skeptical but after five more weeks of training, I went to Des Moines and was runner-up in the novice 178-pound division,” Ricky said.
“I CAN’T DO EVERYTHING I WANT IN A GIVEN WEEK. IT’S FUN WHEN IT MAGICALLY WORKS ITSELF OUT.”
Still, this former college athlete needed an outlet for his competitive bug. The answer lay in more than a few places. Luckily there are different seasons for some of the activities. And Access Iowa doesn’t have mandatory Ricky plays recreational sand volleyball and slow attendance for programming, allowing Ricky to be pitch softball. He’s been an assistant coach at rival present at only what interests him. “I checked out their Web site and asked questions on a Coe College for the last three years. He started couple of phone calls,” Ricky said. “I didn’t even come playing rugby with the Cedar Rapids Headhunters “Obviously, I can’t do everything I want in a given out for a visit.” last spring. week. I try to manage practices and meetings so I miss as little as possible.” What started out as a leap of faith soon paid off. Ricky “I’d never seen rugby played before but I heard that played running back for the Rams and lettered all there was a team in Cedar Rapids,” he said. “I saw He’ll often work 6 a.m. to 3 p.m., go to Coe for football four years in both football and baseball. He was also some bumper stickers, found their Web site and epractice and then head to one of the many other a member of Cornell’s hockey club. He graduated with mailed the coach. After that first practice at Noelridge activities. — JUSTIN a computer science degree in 2005 and got a job as a Park, I was hooked.”
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PLAYING THE FIELD DID YOU KNOW: When Ricky moved to Iowa to go to Cornell College, he hopped on a Greyhound for a 48-hour bus ride. “Someone was supposed to pick me up at the station but that didn’t happen,” Ricky said. “Greyhound left one of my bags in another state. I was lucky enough to have some cash on hand for a cab.”
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Delish Du Jour
It’s getting to be spring and that means brunch with friends. Take a trip to France by visiting Croissant Du Jour in Cedar Rapids. Of course there are mouth-watering croissants, but branch out and try different pastries such as apple tarts or Madeleine cookies. If you’re a hungry for something a little more, the restaurant does offer a lunch menu with such delights as a croque-monsieur sandwich and a cup of lobster bisque. Fill-up fee: Under $10 Details: 3531 Mount Vernon Rd. SE, Cedar Rapids; eat-in or carryout; 6:30 a.m. to 6 p.m. Monday through Friday, 7 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, closed Sunday; call (319) 363-7767; online at http://croissantdujour.biz
Stick to your ribs
Taste of the Old Country
If you’ve got a hankering for some breakfast food that will stick to your ribs, try Riley’s Café in Cedar Rapids. It has all the food breakfast aficionados crave: hash browns, bacon, eggs, sausage and of course, a good cup of coffee to get you going in the morning. Don’t just go there for lunch though. Riley’s is open for lunch and dinner too.
Tatyana Kieler is a one-woman dynamo who is the chef, owner and waitress who bakes bread and cakes on demand at Tatyana’s Kitchen in Mount Vernon. The menu changes daily, but expect dumplings, borscht and wonderful desserts such as crème brulee, all made from scratch. Tatyana’s Kitchen has the feel of dining in someone’s home, so expect a large helping of food.
Fill-up fee: Under $10 Details: 836 First Ave. NE, Cedar Rapids; eat-in; 6:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. and 5 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. Monday through Saturday, 7 a.m. to 2:30 p.m. Sunday; call (319) 364-4779
Fill-up fee: Under $10 Details: 224 First St. West, Mount Vernon; eat-in or carryout; 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. Monday through Saturday and Thursday evenings for dinner or by reservation other nights; call (319) 551-3553
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Executive Chef, Daniel Arthur’s
Appetizer: Sushi graded scallops with mozzarella and bacon fondue Entree: Blue Crab stuffed in pork loin Dessert: Bread pudding
Take us back to the beginning. When did you first get the cooking itch?
I have my grandmother to thank for the cooking itch. Cooking was a huge part of her life, and it rubbed off on me. My first job started as a fry cook in my hometown of Keokuk. From there, I was always in a restaurant — serving, cooking, etc. I went to St. Paul’s Le Cordon Bleu Culinary Institute, then interned in Austin, Texas. When I moved to Cedar Rapids, I was offered a position at Daniel Arthur’s and have been here for two and a half years.
How do you describe your style?
It’s quite the mix. French cuisine with some southern influence. I’ve picked up things from training all over, and it’s evolved into something I can really call my own. I contrast colors and flavors, try different methods. It’s more than cooking to me; it’s a way to express my style. That’s what makes cooking such a unique experience, every time.
What are the kitchen ingredients and tools you can’t live without?
My hand blender, chef knife, chilies, heavy crème and roasted garlic. Staples to my kitchen.
What’s unique about Daniel Arthur’s?
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Details: Daniel Arthur’s, 813 Third Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids, eat-in, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Monday through Friday and 5 p.m. to close Monday through Saturday, (319) 362-9340 or www.danielarthurs.net
The fresh flown-in seafood and high-end plate designs are things you’d find in bigger cities. People are pleasantly surprised at the quality in both. I think the building itself is also a cool element. The history it holds in the city makes it unique.
Where do you hope to be in five years?
Continuing to help Daniel Arthur’s grow. Doing things new and creative and impressing people. — QUINN
QUINN PETTIFER IS AN ACCESS IOWA BOARD MEMBER, THE DIRECTOR OF MARKETING FOR THE DOWNTOWN DISTRICT AND ENJOYS CONNECTING YOUNG TALENT TO AREA VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES.
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The Flat Tire Cafe TABLE FOR ONE, PLEASE Every morning, I drop my daughter off at day care in Marion and travel down Seventh Street, the main business drag. And every morning, I notice a small sign for The Flat Tire Cafe and say to myself, “Self, this would be a great spot to have lunch one day.” So I finally mustered up the courage and invited myself to lunch. I must say, I am a great date. I held the door open, paid for the entire meal and made gracious conversation with … myself. Most of the patrons were older ladies enjoying the antique shops and business groups or couples. I didn’t notice anyone bat an eye when I sat down all by my lonesome. The Flat Tire Cafe is a long and narrow space with striking decor of black bookshelves and tables. There’s a comfy couch for lounging and plenty of
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The menu is all about impeccably executed panini ‘sammiches’ and fresh salads. I ordered The Flat Tire panini, a house specialty, with a garden side salad. My salad was beautifully designed and the tangy balsamic vinaigrette was spiked with fresh herbs. The panini was a melty gooey masterpiece piled with provolone, juicy thin slices of steak, onions and mushrooms. The crisp chewy bread couldn’t contain all that wonderful cheese so it oozed out, got seared on the press and created a delicious cheese crust. I hope I get asked on another date. I gave myself my phone number. We’ll see if I call. — ANDREA
Details: 1120 Seventh Ave., Marion; eat-in, takeout, catering, delivery for large orders; 8 a.m. to 4 p.m. Monday through Friday, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m. Saturday; call (319)-261-2665
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COMING
X-Men Origins: Wolverine
The movie chronicles the life of James Howlett, also known as Logan, ultimately known as Wolverine (Hugh Jackman), from his younger years as a mutant to his entry into the government Weapon X project.
May 15 Angels & Demons
Professor Robert Langdon (Tom Hanks) is asked by the Vatican to investigate the kidnapping and murder of four Catholic Cardinals by an Illuminati assassin.
Management
Sue Claussen (Jennifer Aniston) checks into the hotel owned by the parents of Mike Cranshaw (Steve Zahn) and has a onenight stand with him. Cranshaw follows her across country, even though she’s reunited with her punk-turned-Yogurtmogul boyfriend Jango (Woody Harrelson).
May 22 John Connor (Christian Bale) is joined by Marcus Wright (Sam Worthington) in his attempt to defeat Skynet and its army of Terminators. As the two push deep into the heart of Skynet, they get closer to learning the secret behind the organization’s mission to wipe humankind off the planet.
ALREADY HERE Star Trek
The movie traces the origins of Captain James T. Kirk (Chris Pine) and his crew, such as Spock (Zachary Quinto, Sylar from “Heroes”) and Sulu (John Cho, Harold from “Harold & Kumar Go to White Castle”), as they go through the Starfleet Academy and save the galaxy from Romulans.
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Bachelor and womanizer Connor Mead (Matthew McConaughey) receives a Scrooge-like visit from ghosts showing him the error of his ways and that he’s in love with his childhood sweetheart, Jenny Perotti (Jennifer Garner).
Fighting
In New York City, a young counterfeiter (Channing Tatum) is introduced to the world of underground street fighting by a seasoned scam artist (Terrence Howard), who becomes his manager on the bare-knuckle brawling circuit.
Earth
Terminator Salvation
Wildwood Apartments
Ghosts of Girlfriends Past
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A documentary narrated by James Earl Jones that follows the migration of four animal families.
Obsessed
A Beyonce movie that isn’t a musical. No duets with Ali Larter, instead, it’s the “Fatal Attraction” genre story of a successful business man (Idris Elba) with a beautiful wife (Beyonce Knowles) who becomes the target of a female stalker (Larter).
GOING The Soloist
Based on the real-life relationship of Los Angeles reporter Steve Lopez and Nathaniel Ayers, a brilliant but troubled musician and one-time Julliard student who lives on Skid Row. Starring Jamie Foxx as Ayers and Robert Downey Jr. as Lopez.
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TO READ OR NOT TO READ I, like many others, take it as a given that reading is good. From the time I was little, it was hammered into my head that reading makes you a smarter, more articulate and well-rounded individual. I was aghast to find that not everyone shares this assumption. Some, like Mikita Brottman, argue that “reading turns us into anti-social misanthropes who would do better to be out in the world than home with a book.” This was an argument set forth by Mr. Brottman in “THE SOLITARY VICE: AGAINST READING.” Mr. Brottman clearly did not grow up with the same parents and teachers I did. With all due respect to Mr. Brottman, I know a lot of readers and would hardly characterize them as “anti-social misanthropes.” In fact, the readers I know are among the most social of my acquaintances, with plenty of friends. I have yet to meet a reader who is a “misanthrope (someone who dislikes people).” Granted, if a fellow reader didn’t like people or social situations, the likelihood of our paths crossing is minimal. Still, I find it hard to accept the argument that reading is not good for you or turns you into a social outcast of sorts. So if you start with the premise that reading is good for you, as I do, does that extend to all reading or only certain reading? Is reading Star Magazine somehow less good for you than reading “SUMMER READING” by Hilma Wolitzer (which I just finished)? And is “Wuthering Heights” more “good” than “Summer Reading.” And who out there is qualified to judge a book’s “goodness” factor? While you are pondering these questions, pick up “SHARP OBJECTS” by Gillian Flynn. One word describes “Sharp Objects.” DISTURBING. But disturbing in a can’t-putdown type of way. Our protagonist is a slightly unbalanced journalist named Camille who works for a paper in Chicago. Two young girls are murdered in Camille’s hometown, and her editor sends her home to report on the story, hoping that her insider status will enable her to obtain all the juicy details. While Camille is home, she uncovers disturbing truths about her past, her family and what really happened to her deceased sister. Excellent! I highly recommend it. If you are up for a more “enlightening” read, try “THE SHACK” by William P. Young. “The Shack” has been on the bestseller list for weeks. The basic premise is as follows: a man, whose daughter is brutally murdered, receives a note from God. God asks him to come to the place where his daughter was murdered. Once there, he meets the Father, the Son and the Holy Ghost. “The Shack” documents his conversation with the Holy Trilogy. Truth or not? Who knows, but it definitely makes you think. WHAT’S NEXT FOR ME? “BLINDNESS” BY JOSE SARAMAGO FOLLOWED BY “SEEING,” ALSO BY JOSE SARAMAGO. — NATALIE
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Unknown Component THE TALENT: Keith Lynch (instruments, lyrics, production, writing) THE SOUND: Indie/Folk Rock THE GIGS: 8 p.m. Friday (5/22) @ Starbucks, 4804 First Ave. NE, Cedar Rapids; 9 p.m. Thursday (5/28) 30 p.m. Friday (5/29) @ The Picador, Iowa City
THE REST OF THE STORY: www.unknowncomponent.com Take one man, scatter in some thought provoking lyrics, add a spatter of exploratory mid-tempo sound then bake for a two-hour set and you’ve got Unknown Component, a one-man show spreading a riveting virus of sound through the Corridor and beyond.
Five-time recording artist Keith Lynch
keeps the spirit of his musical influences alive while producing a spin on the sound that takes his style of indie folk rock to a new level. “I’m not sure how to describe (the sound), but I’m obviously influenced by sounds of the past and present,” Keith says. “I’m more interested in creating something new that I can call my own.” And what a sound it is. Subtle yet intriguing lyrics married to a soothing and sometimes erotic sound creates the
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ultimate journey not too distant from that of Radiohead and U2. Among all the commercialized hype for a minute of attention, there’s relief in this West Branch native’s ability to rely on little to no promotion of his talent other than witness-by-witness spreading of the good word from first-hand experience. The intentional decision to set Unknown Component as a solo experience keeps Keith true to a concentrated path, complete with a sound he can call his own. “I don’t know if I was inspired to write music as an individual, or if the decision was one of necessity, but it’s definitely allowed me total creative freedom,” he says.
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QUINN PETTIFER IS AN ACCESS IOWA BOARD MEMBER, THE DIRECTOR OF MARKETING FOR THE DOWNTOWN DISTRICT AND ENJOYS CONNECTING YOUNG TALENT TO AREA VOLUNTEER OPPORTUNITIES.
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Marion Arts Festival
Information: www.marionartsfestival.com
What do you get when you combine amazing art from across the country and a quaint city park? The Marion Arts Festival, of course! And there’s so much to do at the 17th annual, award-winning event (it was recently named the number one festival of this size in a 13-state Midwest region. Take that, Des Moines!) that you’ll want to stay all day. The self-proclaimed “come-as-you-are” festival offers stunning art for purchase, hands-on art activities, entertainment (local favorites Junk Funk will be back), food and fun for the whole family. And best of all, it’s
free.
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This year, festival artists are traveling from Florida, Washington, New Mexico and New York (15 states in all) to display their creations. Plus, 21 of the 50 exhibitors are making their festival debut, so you’re bound to find something new and eye-catching. The Empty Bowl project also is returning to the festival. Student-made ceramic bowls created by area art classes and donated to the festival are sold for
around $5 to help support local food banks. But don’t just look and buy. The Marion Arts Festival allows you the opportunity to be an artist, too. The Art in the Depot program invites all attendees to work side-by-side with an Iowa artist to create a piece of public art. This year, festivalgoers will help guest artist John Paul Schafer produce a large-scale painting for Taylor Elementary, which is scheduled to reopen in August 2009 after being flooded last summer. There’ll also be artist demonstrations, including a daylong large-scale metal sculpture welding demonstration by Mount Vernon artist Dale Merrill. And if you’re an early bird, get up and run (or walk) the Marion Arts Festival 5K. The Marion Arts Festival and related activities run from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, May 16, at City Square Park in Marion. It’s free. For more information, go to www.marionartsfestival.com
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Thursday May 14
Out & About Nooks and Crannies Tour
6 p.m. Brucemore, 2160 Linden Dr. SE, Cedar Rapids. $15, $10 Brucemore members. Reservations are required. (319) 362-7375, www.brucemore.org
Program about Amana Colonies and their interaction with American Indians
7 p.m. Wickiup Hill Outdoor Learning Center, Toddville. $2.50 adult, $1 child 16 and under or $5 family
Exhibits Hats Show — the Victorian Years 1 p.m. Higley Mansion Care Center, 860 17th St. SE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 364-6710
Fitness/Recreation/ Outdoors Bike Rodeo
2 p.m. Longfellow Elementary, Iowa City. Rain date 2:30 p.m. May 21
Bike Rodeo
2:30 p.m. Coralville Aquatic Center, Coralville. Rain date 2:30 p.m. May 21
Youth Sports and Your Child
7 p.m. Cedar Rapids Public Library, Westdale Mall, Cedar Rapids. Cornell College professor and sports psychologist Steven DeVries will speak to parents about strategies for motivating young athletes and helping kids learn important life skills through sports. (319) 398-5123
Night life Slipknot
7 p.m. U.S. Cellular Center, 370 First Ave. NE, Cedar Rapids. $39.50 to $45. (319) 3985211
Camp Euforia Battle of the Bands
7:20 p.m. Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S. Linn St., Iowa City. (319) 430-0696
Performances “Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”
7 p.m. Jefferson High School, Cedar Rapids. (319) 558-1423
“Beauty and the Beast”
7:30 p.m. Mount Vernon District Auditorium, 525 Palisades Rd., Mount Vernon. $5 students and seniors, $7 for adults. (319) 895-8843
Theater “Always Patsy Cline”
3 p.m. Old Creamery Theatre, Amana. $26.50; under 30 discount. 1-(800) 35-AMANA, www.oldcreamery.com
“Partners in Crime”
3 p.m. Ox Yoke Inn, Amana. Two one-act plays by and about Midwestern women. 1-(800) 352-6262
Thursday Theatre Talk
5:30 p.m. Riverside Theatre, 213 N. Gilbert St., Iowa City. Discussion of “A Midsummer Night’s Dream” and “Richard III.” (319) 338-7672
Friday
May 15
Ave., West Branch. (319) 643-7600
Out & About 8 a.m. Kirkwood Community College, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd. SW, Cedar Rapids. Free. (319) 398-7107, www.iowaequestrian.com
Java Blend — Mother Banjo & Benjamin Tucker
Festivals
Night life
Houby Days
Fitness/Recreation/ Outdoors Friday Night Lights
10 a.m. Bender Pool, 940 14th Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 286-5731
Low Impact Water Exercise
1 p.m. Bender Pool, 940 14th Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 286-5731
Literary
Karaoke
Dance
4 p.m. Marion Public Library, 1095 Sixth Ave., Marion. Friends’ members only. Memberships for $10 will be sold at the door. Paperbacks 50 cents, hardcovers $1. (319) 377-3412
Singin’ and Swingin’ Karaoke
7 p.m. First Baptist Church of Marion, 1260 29th St., Marion. (319) 377-6775
Barn Dance 8 p.m. Sip-N-Stir, 1119 First Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids. 8 p.m. Scattergood Friends School, 1951 Delta (319) 365-9067
The Watson-Adamson Duo
5 p.m. Czech Village, 16 Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids. 5 p.m.: Taste of Czech & Slovak, St. Ludmila Church Social Hall, 211 21st Ave. SW. $8 for 20 samples or $5 for 10 samples. 6 p.m.: Walking Tour of Historic Czech Village, starting at museum building, 30 16th Ave. SW. $6 members, $7 non-members. 5 p.m.: Carnival behind Sykora Bakery. 7 p.m.: Czech Plus Band Summer Kickoff Concert at Kosek Bandstand.
7 p.m. Coral Ridge Ice Arena, 1451 Coral Ridge Ave., Coralville.
Rapid Eights Square and Round Dance
Sean Lewis
4 p.m. Noelridge Park, Greenhouse Parking Lot, Cedar Rapids. (319) 286-5699
Noelridge Farmers Market
6:30 p.m. Marion Public Library, 1095 Sixth Ave., Marion. (319) 377-3412
7:30 p.m. Longbranch Restaurant and Convention Center, 90 Twixt Town Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids
“Emma”
Noon Holiday Inn and Convention Center, Coralville. The guest speaker is Iowa Women’s Basketball Coach Lisa Bluder. There will be a Silent Cake Auction, light lunch and ICJSL member awards. $15. (319) 331-6643
Aquatherapy
Pub Quiz Night and Karaoke
9 p.m. VIP Lounge, 648 Eighth St., Marion. (319) 377-9082
Women’s Recognition Luncheon
Farmers Markets
Spring in the French Riviera with Chef Liz Clark
ICH Fun Skate
7 p.m. Jefferson High School, Cedar Rapids. (319) 558-1423
Eclypse Karaoke
Networking Events
4 p.m. Iowa City, 1167 E. Jackson St., Iowa City
Pied Piper Concerts
Lawrence Block Book Discussion
“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”
Singin’ and Swingin’ Karaoke
Friends of Hickory Hill Annual Plant Sale
Children’s Events
Literary
9 p.m. Best Western Longbranch Hotel, 90 Twixt Town Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 377-6386
Semiannual Used Book Sale
Karaoke Klub Karaoke
8 p.m.
Australian rocker Martine Locke
7 p.m. Hamburger Mary’s, 222 Glenbrook Dr. SE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 431-0982, www.martinelocke.com/
7:30 p.m. Ambroz Recreation Center, 2000 Mount 9 p.m. Vernon Rd. SE, Cedar Rapids. $12 adults, Sip-N-Stir, 1119 First Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids. $6 for children age 14 and under. (319) 365-9067 (319) 286-5763, www.ufhv.com
Noon Java House, 211 1/2 E. Washington, Iowa City. (319) 273-3497
Food & Wine 6 p.m. Hy-Vee, 5050 Edgewood Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 378-0762
Karaoke by Rock and Thunder
Great River Benefit Saddlebred Horse Show
5 p.m. Brothers, Iowa City. Join fellow biking/ walking enthusiasts for an end-of-theweek party.
10:15 a.m. Cedar Rapids Public Library, Westdale Mall, Cedar Rapids. Concert by members of the Cedar Rapids Symphony Orchestra. The woodwind section of the orchestra will be featured. (319) 398-5123 Also at 11 a.m.
VFW Post 3949, 609 Highway 6 E., Iowa City. (319) 213-8367
1 p.m. Carl and Ernie’s Good Time Pub and Grub, 161 Highway 1 W., Iowa City. (319) 3374422
Jazz at The Lighthouse
7 p.m. The Lighthouse Inn, 6905 Mount Vernon Rd. SE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 396-4574
8 p.m. CSPS / Legion Arts, 1103 Third St. SE, Cedar Rapids. An unflinching look at crime, its victims and its impact on a community. www.legionarts.org/
Theater “Always Patsy Cline”
7:30 p.m. Old Creamery Theatre, Amana. $26.50; under 30 discount. 1-(800) 35-AMANA, www.oldcreamery.com
“Partners in Crime”
7:30 p.m. Ox Yoke Inn, Amana. Two one-act plays by and about Midwestern women. 1-(800) 352-6262
Saturday
Back Home Boys
8:30 p.m. Riverside Casino & Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22, Riverside. (319) 648-1234, Ext. 1970
Drag Show
9 p.m. Hamburger Mary’s, 222 Glenbrook Dr. SE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 378-4627
Uniphonics + Mad Monks
9 p.m. Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S. Linn St., Iowa City. (319) 430-0696
Performances Kathy Ogden
5 p.m. Riverside Casino & Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22, Riverside. (319) 648-1234, Ext. 1970
Sweet Adelines International Convention
6:30 p.m. Cedar Rapids Marriott, 1200 Collins Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids. (262) 758-0234
Ying Quartet and Wu Han
7 p.m. Brown Deer Golf Club, 1900 Country Club Dr., Coralville. Performance to benefit Hancher and to mark the retirement of Judy Hurtig, Hancher’s artistic director. $250, of which $210 is considered a donation. (319) 335-1160
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Art Events ‘Art by Your Friends & Neighbors’ 10 a.m. Marion Heritage Center, 590 10th St. Marion. Opening day for an exhibit of work by local artists, featuring paintings, photography and three-dimensional artwork. (319) 447-6376
Seed Bead Weaving 101
10 a.m. Dawn’s Hide & Bead Away, 220 E. Washington St., Iowa City. This class will offer an overview of various kinds of beads, stringing materials and tools. Learn at least two basic versatile stitches and practice your way to proficiency. (319) 338-1566
CLASS — Jungle Gens Class
2 p.m. Renee’s Ceramic Cafe, 1049 Highway 6 E., Iowa City. Use wonderful glazes with crystals that pop during the firing process. (319) 351-9644
Auditions “Rent”
2 p.m. Community of Christ Church, 2121 Southridge Dr., Coralville. Any currently enrolled secondary or high school student is invited
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Dance Dancers Against Cancer
5:30 p.m. Regis Middle School, Cedar Rapids. (319) 981-2992
Out & About
Farmers Markets Farmers Market
7:30 a.m. Chauncey Swan Parking Garage, Iowa City. (319) 356-5210
Festivals 17th Annual Marion Arts Festival
LIVE Playhouse Auction
2 p.m. Lindale Mall, 4444 First Ave. NE, Cedar Rapids. Proceeds will go to rebuilding private homes devastated by last year’s disaster(s). (319) 294-1500
9 a.m. City Square Park, Seventh Avenue and 10th Street, Marion. Free. 50 juried artists, live music, food and a range of hands-on art experiences and demonstrations. (319) 377-6316
Robins Fire Department Pancake Breakfast
Houby Days
7 a.m. Robins Fire Department, 225 S. Second St., Robins. All-you-can-eat pancakes, sausage, eggs, juice and coffee. $6 adults, $4 for kids. (319) 395-7174
Houby Days Festival Car Show
8 a.m. Czech Village, 16 Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids. $12 registration fee (preregistration is $10). (319) 364-0001
Kirkwood College graduation
10 a.m. U.S. Cellular Center, 370 First Ave. NE, Cedar Rapids.
Memoir Writing Workshop
11 a.m. Carl and Mary Koehler History Center, 615 First Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids. Free. Topic: Neighbors: Remembering the Old Neighborhood. Participants are asked to be prepared to write and share. (319) 362-1501
Birth Plan Workshop
2 p.m. Iowa City Public Library, 123 S. Linn St., Iowa City.
GAMES!
3 p.m. Blair Ridge Baptist Church, 4502 Blairs Ferry Rd., Cedar Rapids. (319) 447-1851, www.candc.blairridge.org/games/
Off-Leash Dog Park Rebuilding Fundraiser
4:30 p.m. The Secret Cellar, 1205 Curtis Bridge Rd. NE, Shueyville. (319) 841-2172
Celebrating the International Year of Astronomy
8:30 p.m. Eastern Iowa Observatory, Mount Vernon.
Exhibits 6 a.m. Seminole Valley Farm Museum, 1400 Seminole Valley Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 378-9240
Community Stories Exhibit Opening
2 p.m. Johnson County Historical Museum, 860 Quarry Rd., Coralville. (319) 351-5738 ■ ■
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Annual Johnson County Ag Festival
9:30 a.m. Johnson County Fairgrounds, Iowa City. Free. Enjoy food samples and recipes from Johnson County commodity groups and local ag businesses. Petting zoo animals.
Fitness/Recreation/ Outdoors Bird outing
7 a.m. Iowa City Bird Club, 200 Holiday Rd., Coralville. Field trips depart from the Dodge Street Hy-Vee in Iowa City unless otherwise noted. (319) 339-1017, www.icbirds.org
Marion Arts Festival 5K Run and Fun Walk
8 a.m. Marion. (319) 373-0741
Antique Engine Show
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7 a.m. Czech Village, 16th Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids. 7 a.m.: Egg and Houby Breakfast, P3 Building, 116 14th Ave. SE, $6 in advance, $7 at the door. 7 a.m.: car show at Sokol Park. 7 a.m.: Tractor Expo in parking lot at C Street and 16th Avenue SW. 8 a.m.: Houby Contest. 9 a.m.: flag-raising ceremony, Kosek Bandstand. 9:30 a.m.: concert featuring Czech Plus Band and Czech Heritage Singers, Kosek Bandstand. 10 a.m.: Carnival, behind Sykora Bakery. 11 a.m.: Maypole Dance, Kosek Bandstand. Noon: parade. 1 p.m., Miss Czech & Slovak Iowa Pageant and Kroje Competition, Kosek Bandstand. 1 p.m.: Bingo at P3 Building. 2 p.m.: National Bohemian, Moravian and Slovak Folk Dance Festival, Kosek Bandstand. 4 p.m.: Folk Hymn Mass, St. Wenceslaus Catholic Church, 1230 Fifth St. SE. 6 p.m.: Miss Czech-Slovak Iowa Crowning Ceremony, P3 Building. 6 p.m.: Barefoot Becky and the Ivanhoe Dutchmen on the C Street Stage
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4:30 p.m. The Secret Cellar, 1205 Curtis Bridge Rd. NE, Shueyville. Event is a fundraising for K9COLA, the metro area off-leash park support group. Tickets: www.k9cola.org and click on Events
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Literary
Performances
Dance
Semiannual Used Book Sale
Sweet Adelines International Convention
Strangely Familiar
10 a.m. Marion Public Library, 1095 Sixth Ave., Marion. Paperbacks 50 cents; hardcovers $1. (319) 377-3412
Noon Cedar Rapids Marriott, 1200 Collins Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids. (262) 758-0234
2 p.m. Riverside Casino & Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22, Riverside. (319) 648-1234, Ext. 1970
“In the Shadow of the Raven”
“Mr. Casino” Dennis Albee
Iowa City Eagles REAC Dance
1:30 p.m. Cedar Rapids Public Library, Westdale Mall, Cedar Rapids. Duffy Hudson’s one-man play about Edgar Allan Poe. (319) 398-5123
Karaoke Crown Karaoke
8 p.m. Sip-N-Stir, 1119 First Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 365-9067
Checkers Karaoke
9 p.m. Checkers Tavern and Eatery, 3120 Sixth St. SW, Cedar Rapids. (319) 364-9927
Singin’ and Swingin’ Karaoke
9 p.m. Red Lion, 3970 Center Point Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 393-9858
Karaoke with Rock & Thunder
9 p.m. Longbranch Restaurant and Convention Center, 90 Twixt Town Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids
Night-life Jazz at The Lighthouse
7 p.m. The Lighthouse Inn, 6905 Mount Vernon Rd. SE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 396-4574
5 p.m. Riverside Casino & Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22, Riverside. (319) 648-1234, Ext. 1970
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7 p.m. The Paul Engle Center, 1600 Fourth Ave. SE Cedar Rapids.
“Joseph and the Amazing Technicolor Dreamcoat”
7 p.m. Jefferson High School, Cedar Rapids. (319) 558-1423
Sean Lewis
8 p.m. CSPS / Legion Arts, 1103 Third St. SE, Cedar Rapids. An unflinching look at crime, its victims and its impact on a community. www.legionarts.org/
Theater “Always Patsy Cline”
7:30 p.m. Old Creamery Theatre, Amana. $26.50; under 30 discount. 1-(800) 35-AMANA, www.oldcreamery.com
“Partners in Crime”
7:30 p.m. Ox Yoke Inn, Amana. Two one-act plays by and about Midwestern women. 1-(800) 352-6262
Carlis Faurot and Glenn Lonsdale
Sunday
8 p.m. Beckett’s Public House, 5300 Edgewood Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 393-3047
Back Home Boys
8:30 p.m. Riverside Casino & Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22, Riverside. (319) 648-1234, Ext. 1970
Drag Show
9 p.m. Hamburger Mary’s, 222 Glenbrook Dr. SE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 378-4627 Also at 11 p.m.
Gibbs Brothers
9 p.m. Scooters Bar & Grill, 10537 Shaw Rd., Anamosa. (319) 462-3663
Sublime Tribute w/Second Hand Smoke + Flavor Savers
9 p.m. Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S. Linn St., Iowa City. (319) 430-0696
‘Late Nite at the VI’ with the Tim Daugherty Jazz Combo
9:30 p.m. Vernon Inn ‘The Greek Place’ Restaurant, 2663 Mount Vernon Rd. SE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 366-7817
May 17
6 p.m. Eagles Club 695, 225 Highway 1 W., Iowa City. (319) 351-3193
Craig Erickson
6 p.m. Mahoney’s Irish Pub, 1602 E Ave. NE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 364-5754
Out & About Bridal Show/Open House
1 p.m. Diamond Limousine, 407 Southview Rd., Fairfax. (319) 846-8130
Creative Artists
2 p.m. Longbranch, 90 Twixt Town Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids. $20; $10 high school and college students. (319) 377-3829, www. creativeartistsiowa.org
Preucil School of Music Graduation Ceremony
7 p.m. Preucil School of Music, Wilson Auditorium, Iowa City. Features the Graduate String Ensemble and piano and harp duets. (319) 337-4156
Exhibits Spring Bazaar/Open House
10 a.m. Hiawatha Community Center, 101 Emmons St., Hiawatha. Vendors include Usborne Books, Tupperware, Creative Memories, Jewels by Park Lane, Scentsy, Stanley, PartyLite, Pampered Chef, Tastefully Simple, Beauty Control, Surprise Parties, Cookie Lee and Mary Kay.
Auditions
Farmers Markets
“Rent”
Hiawatha Farmers Market
2 p.m. Community of Christ Church, 2121 Southridge Dr., Coralville. Any currently enrolled secondary or high school student is invited to audition. Those graduating this year are also welcome. Students are instructed to bring a prepared song for auditions.
“The Music Man”
2 p.m. Starlighters Theatre, 136 E. Main St., Anamosa. For kids ages 9-13.
Children’s Events Iowa Birds of Prey with the Macbride Raptor Project
3 p.m. University of Iowa Museum of Natural History, 10 Macbride Hall, Iowa City. (319) 335-0606
11 a.m. Guthridge Park, 10th Avenue, Hiawatha. (319) 393-1515
Festivals Houby Days
7 a.m. Czech Village, 16th Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids
Midwest Antique Gas Engine & Tractor Show
9:30 a.m. Seminole Valley Farm & Museum, 1400 Seminole Valley Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids. Steam engines and vintage cars.
Film “Frankenstein”
2 p.m. Cedar Rapids Public Library, Westdale Mall, Cedar Rapids. (319) 398-5123
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Fitness/Recreation/Outdoors Ladies’ Mountain Biking Clinic
Noon Beverly Park, Cedar Rapids. Weather permitting. (319) 3696808
Iowa City Bird Club outing 7:30 a.m. Iowa City Bird Club, 200 Holiday Road, Coralville. Bruce Gardner’s Woods. Field trips depart from the Dodge Street Hy-Vee in Iowa City unless otherwise noted. (319) 339-1017, www.icbirds.org
Cornell College basketball improvement clinics 1 p.m. Cornell College, Mount Vernon. (319) 895-4265
Literary Animal Tales Storytime
2 p.m. UI Museum of Natural History, 10 Macbride Hall, Iowa City
Semiannual Used Book Sale
Theater “Always Patsy Cline”
3 p.m. Old Creamery Theatre, Amana. $26.50; under 30 discount. 1(800) 35-AMANA, www.old creamery.com
“Partners in Crime”
3 p.m. Ox Yoke Inn, Amana. Two one-act plays by and about Midwestern women. 1-(800) 352-6262
Monday May 18
Auditions “The Music Man”
7 p.m. Starlighters Theatre, 136 E. Main St., Anamosa. Adults ages 14 to 70.
Farmers Markets Noelridge Farmers Market
4 p.m. Noelridge Park, Greenhouse Parking Lot, Cedar Rapids. (319) 286-5699
2 p.m. Marion Public Library, 1095 Sixth Ave., Marion. Bag-for-a-buck day. Paperbacks 50 cents; hardcovers $1. (319) 377-3412
Fitness/ Recreation/ Outdoors
Night life
Bird walks
Craig Erickson
6 p.m. Mahoney’s Irish Pub, 1602 E Ave. NE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 364-5754
Sunday Night Pub Quiz
9 p.m. The Mill, 120 E. Burlington St., Iowa City. (319) 351-9529
Performances Carrie Bloomer
10:30 a.m. Riverside Casino & Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22, Riverside. (319) 648-1234, Ext. 1970
6:30 a.m. Iowa City Bird Club, 200 Holiday Rd., Coralville. Warbler Walks in Hickory Hill Park. (319) 339-1017
We Dig Your District Planting
10 a.m. Cedar Rapids Washington High School, 2205 Forest Dr. SE, Cedar Rapids. Rain date: May 20. (319) 373-0650, Ext. 14
Food & Wine A Spring Dinner Menu with Chef Andy Schumacher
3 p.m. Macbride Auditorium, University of Iowa Campus, Iowa City. The Maia Quartet. (319) 335-1618
6 p.m. Hy-Vee, 5050 Edgewood Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids. Fresh asparagus terrine served with an orangeinfused hollandaise. Pistachiocrusted cod served with fresh tarragon and pea ragout with dried lemon slices. (319) 378-0762
Thomas L. Davis Percussion Concert
Cooking in the Kitchen with Nina Cooking Classes
Arts Share Community Concert
8 p.m. E.C. Mabie Theatre, Iowa Theatre Building, Iowa City. Contributions will be solicited for the Thomas L. Davis Percussion Award, a scholarship established in Davis’ honor through gifts to the University of Iowa Foundation.
6 p.m. 460 Hickory Ct., Robins. Bridal shower favorites. On the menu: fresh mozzarella and tomato and basil salad, puff pastry hearts with Italian chicken salad, blackberry streusel muffins and chocolate-dipped tuxedo strawberries.
$40. (319) 393-7675
Literary Book Discussion
2 p.m. Cedar Rapids Public Library, Westdale Mall, Cedar Rapids. Book discussion of Lawrence Block’s “Hit Parade.” (319) 3985123
Night life Open Mike with J. Knight 8 p.m. The Mill, 120 E. Burlington St., Iowa City. (319) 338-6713
Tuesday May 19
Auditions “The Music Man”
7 p.m. Starlighters Theatre, 136 E. Main St., Anamosa. Adults ages 14 to 70.
Events J&P Cycles 6th Annual Cruise Night Series
5:15 p.m. J&P Cycles, 13225 Circle Dr., Anamosa. Free. (319) 462-4819, Ext. 6420
Live Taping of NPR’s “From the Top”
7:30 p.m. Sinclair Auditorium, Coe College, Cedar Rapids. The pre-eminent showcase for young musicians hosted by acclaimed concert pianist Christopher O’Riley.
Fitness/ Recreation/ Outdoors Bird walks
6:30 a.m. Iowa City Bird Club, 200 Holiday Rd., Coralville. Warbler Walks in Hickory Hill Park. (319) 339-1017
Food & Wine Diabetic cooking presentation
11 a.m. Knights of Columbus Hall, 716 A Ave. NE, Cedar Rapids. Free samples, cooking ideas, free blood glucose readings and meters. (319) 541-8037
Cooking with Whole Grains with Christy Frese
6 p.m. Hy-Vee, 5050 Edgewood Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids. Tabbouleh with edamame and feta, wholewheat couscous with broccoli,
Peruvian quinoa and orange salad and spring vegetable millet pilaf. Hands-on class. (319) 378-0762
Literary Readings at Prairie Lights in Iowa City
7 p.m. Prairie Lights Books, 15 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City. Readings include two Cedar Rapids dog owners featured in the book: Don Hattery, reading his essay about Gypsy; and Anne Loomis’ essay about their two badly behaved dogs from the newly released title, “Finding My Way,” an autobiography by May McGregor Bourret. (319) 337-9998
Karaoke Karaoke
9 p.m. Paddy O’Rourke’s, 608 16th St. NE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 362-0554
Night life Acoustic Jam
7 p.m. Stars Guitars, Town and Country Center, Cedar Rapids. (319) 362-1881
Fitness/ Recreation/ Outdoors Fifth annual Pills and Drills Charity Golf Tournament
1 p.m. Linn County Medical Society, 813 First Ave., Cedar Rapids. (319) 365-2527
BIC Ride
6 p.m. Hills School, Hills. Ride will take you into the intriguing Amish country. (319) 626-6477.
Ride of Silence 2009
6:45 p.m. Old Capitol, corner of Iowa Ave. and Clinton St., Iowa City. Gives cyclists an opportunity to mourn and honor fallen and injured cyclists while silently advocating for their rights and presence on the roads. 11 miles. www.bicyclists ofiowacity.org/ROS/
Food & Wine Cooking with Kids (Ages 5-7) with Ellery Smith
9 p.m. The Mill, 120 E. Burlington St., Iowa City. (319) 351-9529
6 p.m. Hy-Vee, 5050 Edgewood Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids. Fresh veggie pizzas and worms in dirt for dessert. Children must be accompanied by an adult. (319) 378-0762
Wednesday
Cooking in the Kitchen with Nina Cooking Classes
Tuesday Night Social Club
May 20
Art Events 2009 MFA Exhibition
8 a.m. Studio Arts Building, 1375 Highway 1 W., Iowa City. Exhibit features artwork by recent recipients of the Master of Fine Arts degree from the University of Iowa School of Art and Art History.
Comedy Love Comedy Show
9:30 p.m. The Summit Restaurant and Bar, 10 S. Clinton St., Iowa City. (319) 354-7482, comedy@thesum miteatery.com, Alan Eckhardt
Farmers Markets Noelridge Farmers Market
4 p.m. Noelridge Park, Greenhouse Parking Lot, Cedar Rapids. (319) 286-5699
6 p.m. 460 Hickory Ct., Robins. Italian Soup, Salad and Breadsticks. On the menu: Italian sausage and potato soup, Italian green salad with homemade Italian vinaigrette and homemade bread sticks and fresh strawberries with mascarpone cream sauce. $40. (319) 393-7675
Dick Grodt will share insights into his artistry and his successful attitude toward dealing with disabilities. (319) 398-5123
Book Discussion of “Frankenstein”
2 p.m. Cedar Rapids Public Library, Westdale Mall. (319) 398-5123
PJ Story Time
6 p.m. North Liberty Community Library, North Liberty. (319) 626-5701
Night life Name That Tune Night with Matt
7 p.m. Best Western Longbranch Hotel, 90 Twixt Town Rd. NE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 377-6386
Delicious Vinyl
8 p.m. Mahoney’s Irish Pub, 1602 E Ave. NE, Cedar Rapids. (319) 364-5754
Love Comedy Show
9:30 p.m. The Summit Restaurant and Bar, 10 S. Clinton St., Iowa City. (319) 354-7482
The Jam
10 p.m. Iowa City Yacht Club, 13 S. Linn St., Iowa City. (319) 337-6464
Performances Lisa Irion
1:30 p.m. Riverside Casino & Golf Resort, 3184 Highway 22, Riverside. Tribute to Cher. (319) 648-1234, Ext. 1970 Also at 3:30 p.m.
Theater “Always Patsy Cline”
Literary Brown Bag Briefing with Dick Grodt
12:15 p.m. Cedar Rapids Public Library Bridge Facility, 2600 Edgewood Rd. SW, Cedar Rapids. Cedar Rapids’ own
3 p.m. Old Creamery Theatre, Amana. $26.50; under 30 discount. 1-(800) 35-AMANA, www.old creamery.com
An Authentic 1900 Iowa Farmstead 32nd Annual May 16 - 17, 2009 Midwest Antique Gas Engine Sat. 9 a.m. - 5 p.m. & Sun. 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. & Tractor Assn. Show Steam Engines, Gas Engines, Model at Seminole Valley Engines, Tractors and Vintage Cars Farm Museum • Drive a Tractor • New Exhibitors
• Parade of Power Welcome! • Hay Rack Rides • Flea Market • Demonstrations • Threshing
For info. call: 319-378-9240 Seminole Valley Farm Museum Free Will Donation to help with ‘08 Flood Recovery Located in Seminole Valley Park Cedar Rapids, Iowa.
Farmers Market
5:30 p.m. Chauncey Swan Parking Garage, Iowa City. (319) 356-5210
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