District Holiday Guide 2019

Czech VIllage - New Bohemia

2019 DISTRICT

Holiday

Guide

Top 10 Reasons

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Holiday Season

#10 • Visits from Santa at NewBo City Market. #9 • Family friendly Holiday Classes at Iowa Ceramic Center and Glass Studio. #8 • Vintage clothing & finds from Found+Formed. #7 • Fresh meat for your Holiday Dinner from Sausage Foundry & Big Boy Meats. #6 • Great craft supplies from Create/Exchange

to make your home extra cheerful. #5 • Unique handmade gifts by local artisans from both The Artisan’s Emporium & Newbo Shops at 208.

#4 • Custom skateboards and gear from EduSkate. #3 • Outdoor adventures with the help of SOKO Outfitters. #2 • Post holiday shopping meals from Parlor City, Fong’s Pizza, Caucho, and Rodina.

#1 • Supporting locally owned Business this holiday season.

crmainstreet.org Editor Abby Huff Main Street Executive Director Photography by:

Guide Design by Barb Thompson Main Street Program Assistant

2019

Holiday

Guide 2 • Map & Directory SHOP LOCAL • With our Map & Business Directory in the Czech Village New Bohemia Main Street District.

6 • GIve 8 • Gifts for Anyone 12 • Gifts for Her 16 • Gifts for Him 18 • Gifts for Kids 21 • Gifts for Pets 22 • Gifts of Art & Music 24 • Gifts of Health 26 • Gifts for the Home Chef 28 • Gifts for the Hard to Buy For

30 • Celebrate 32 • Holiday Decor 36 • Holiday Party Locations 40 • Holiday Catering 42 • Holiday Lodging

43 • 2020 Event preview 45 • Deck the district

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Shop Local this holiday season!

Create your own Wishlist while walking around the district, and look for great gift giving ideas for everyone on your list. This Holiday Guide will help you get started.

See the back of this Guide to start your wishlist!

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DIRECTORY on the following page...

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CULTURAL ATTRACTIONS

HEALTH

African American Museum of Iowa

DISTRICT DIRECTORY

55 12th Ave SE • 319-862-2101

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National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library

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1100 3rd St SE • 319-200-4050

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The Cherry Building

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329 10th Ave SE • 319-366-7026

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Almost Famous Popcorn Co. 1121 3rd St SE • 319-366-3554 Aroma Artisan Pizza 1100 3rd St SE • 319-777-6119 Brewhemia 1202 3rd St SE • 319-364-0802 Caucho 1202 3rd St SE #101 • 319-200-2525 Della Viti 329 12th Ave SE # 104 • 319-409-7421 Fong’s Pizza 1006 3rd St SE • 319-320-9992 Gnarly Pepper 1100 3rd St SE • 319-310-1000 Lion Bridge Brewing Co. 59 16th Ave SW • 319-200-4460 Lu’s Deli 1010 3rd St SE • 319-200-2221 Melting Bite 1100 3rd St SE • 319-444-0477 Parlor City Pub & Eatery 1125 3rd St SE • 319-247-0000 Pinoy Cafe 1100 3rd St SE • 319-343-8081 Rodina 1507 C St SW • 319-200-2515 Smoke’n BBQ Pitts 1100 3rd St SE • 319-981-0237 The Sausage Foundry 1100 3rd St SE • 319-202-1631

83 16th Ave SW • 319-362-7345 Illuminations 329 10th Ave SE #115 Health Hut 83 16th Ave SW • 319-775-0117 319-362-7345 SkinRock Massage+Sugaring 1501 SE C St SW •• 319-775-0117 319-202-2771 Illuminations 329 10th Ave #115 SkinRock Massage+Sugaring

PROFESSIONAL SERVICES PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

1501 C St SW • 319-202-2771

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HEALTH & BEAUTY HEALTH Health Hut& BEAUTY

Ideal Social Hall 213 16th Ave SE • 319-573-6310 Jelenik Leasing 319-210-8634 Ideal Social Hall 213 16th Ave SE • 319-573-6310 Kingfi sher Technologies 415 12th Ave #100 • 319-343-6538 Jelenik Leasing 319-210-8634 LA Eddins Design 1120 Ln #100 • 319-343-6538 319-981-2102 Kingfi sher Technologies 415 Depot 12th Ave #100 McNary Marketing 12thLn Ave SE • 319-849-8499 LA Eddins Design & Design 1120415 Depot 319-981-2102 #100 Offi ce Evolution Depot McNary Marketing & Design 1120415 12thLn Ave SE • 319-249-2020 319-849-8499 Papich Kuba Funeral Service1120 Depot 1228 2nd SE • 319-362-9032 Office Evolution Ln #St100 319-249-2020 Pilsen pilsenphotocoop@gmail.com PapichPhoto Kuba Co-op Funeral Service 1228 2nd St SE • 319-362-9032 Robert Half Co-op 1120 Depot Ln SE Ste 108 • 319-432-1283 Pilsen Photo pilsenphotocoop@gmail.com The Dostal SE • 319-200-2283 Robert HalfHouse 1120 Depot1000 Ln SE3rd SteSt108 319-432-1283

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1400 Inspiration Place SW • 319-362-8500

ak & Library SW Museum • 319-362-8500

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1000 3rd St SE • 319-200-2283

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Historical Herda House NewBo Cottage The Heart House

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1113 3rd St SE • 319-573-5155 213 13TH AVE SE • 319-431-3080 1301 3RD ST SE • 319-360-7145

National Czech & Slovak Musem & Library NewBo City Market

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African American Museum of Iowa 55 12th Ave SE • 319-862-2101 Ideal Social Hall 213 16th Ave SE • 319-573-6310

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COMMUNITY BUILDER NEIGHBORHOOD GUIDE SPONSORS: Bike, Walk, or Run the Neighborhood Walk: 1,000 steps from Czech Village to NewBohemia Cedar Rapids Bike Share Locations more information at crmainstreet.org

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Corner Store Apothecary 1612 C St SW • 319-364-2764 Czech Cottage 100 16th Ave SW • 319-366-4937 Czech Village Antiques 82 16th Ave SW • 319-866-9801 Eduskate 208B 12th Ave SE • 319-892-3476 Found+Formed 65 16th Ave SW • 319-438-2727 Harlequin Home 76 16th Ave SW • 319-777-3555 iowa Ceramics Center & Glass Studio 329 10th SE #117 • 319-365-9644 Lori Ann’s Candies 1100 3rd St SE • 319-350-5927 Moss 74 16th Ave • 319-826-2470 NewBo Shops at 208 208D 12th Ave SE • newboshopsat208@gmail.com Next Page Books 1105 3rd St SE • 319-247-2665 RAYGUN 1028 3rd St SE #2 • 319-200-4083 Rise Above Leathers 1203 3rd St SE #6 • 319-533-8560 Soko Outfitters 45 16th Ave SW • 319-200-4848 The Artisan’s Emporium 1100 3rd St SE • 319-233-1234 The Create/Exchange 98 16th Ave SW • 319-693-2043 The DAISY 102B 16th Ave SW • 319-362-3615

For a complete listing of Businesses located in The District:

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Corner Store Apoth Czech Cottage Czech Village Anti Eduskate Found+Formed Harlequin Home iowa Ceramics Cen Lori Ann’s Candies Moss NewBo Shops at 20 Next Page Books RAYGUN Rise Above Leathe Soko Outfitters The Artisan’s Empo The Create/Excha The DAISY

DISTRICT DIRECTORY

200-2525 409-7421 320-9992 310-1000 200-4460 200-2221 444-0477 247-0000 343-8081 200-2515 981-0237 202-1631

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Wide Selection of Books Next Page Books Variety of Popcorn Flavors Almost Famous Popcorn 6

Give

Find holiday gifts your loved ones will treasure! Discover something for every member of your family – from kids to grandparents – at shops in The District. Show your generosity while celebrating the season of giving -- locally! Talk to a district shop employee to discover unique gifts for even that hard-to-buy-for person on your list!

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A - Moss Selection of Holiday cards & plant themed enamel pins

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B - The Artisan’s Emporium selection of cards C - RAYGUN homesick candles, Crunch Berry t-shirts, CR pin enamel pins D - NewBo Shops at 208 Candle Barn candles New Bohemia t-shirts

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E - Next Page Books selection of books

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C F - Fong’s Pizza Fong’s t-shirts G - African American Museum of Iowa “Not Just February” t-shirts

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H - Parlor City Pub & Eatery sweatshirts & koozies H

I - Lion Bridge Brewing Company sweatshirts & hats

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Shop local, eat local & play local all season long at

Enjoy Holiday markets Visits from Santa Seasonal classes Special events And more!

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A - The Artisan’s Emporium selection of Iowa themed products made by local artisans B - NewBo Shops at 208 Cedar Rapids Smells soap Bridge Beer & Crunch Berry C - Lori Ann’s Candies a variety of handmade candies

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Gifts For

HER

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A - NewBo Shops at 208 rings B - National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library Store chocolates & jewelry

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C - The Artisan’s Emporium tea towels & scarves D - Rise Above Leathers custom made purses, & leather balm

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E - Czech Cottage floral glass decor F - Moss coasters, plants, bonsai & cactus grow kits

Great gift ideas!

CONSIGNMENT STORE Furniture • Antiques • Jewelry Home Décor and so much more!

76 16th Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids

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HER A

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A - SOKO Outfitters fur lined slippers B - NewBo Shops at 208 selection of handmade items created by local artisans C - Illuminations earrings & bracelets D - Czech Village Antiques vintage jewelry

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E - The Daisy socks F - Create/Exchange handmade products by local artisans

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A - SOKO Outfitters hatchet sets B - The Daisy socks C - Czech Village Antiques A&W mugs D - Della Viti whiskey glasses E - Artisan’s Emporium flasks & mugs F - Eduskate skateboards, shirts, hats, socks & shoes F

G - Rise Above Leathers custom handmade leather wallets & belts H - NewBo Shops at 208 beard oils

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A - SOKO Outfitters lightweight jackets B - NewBo Shops at 208 dresses & booties C - RAYGUN Iowa onesies

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D - African American Museum of Iowa children’s books E - The Artisan’s Emporium crochet animals

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F - Next Page Books children’s books G - Illuminations colorful necklaces H - Czech Village Antiques vintage toys I - National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library striped decor guitars

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A A - The Artisan’s Emporium dog & cat treats & bandanas B - NewBo Shops at 208 dog treats and Wag Wash soaps

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Gifts

Art & Music

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A - iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio classes & workshops, clay & glass artwork for sale in gallery B - Czech Village Antiques comic books, records and vintage finds

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C C - National Czech & Slovak Museum and Library Mucha Puzzle & cultural themed gifts

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Health

A - Corner Store Apothecary products for relaxation and healthy living. Diffuser, rose petals, muscle rub, hemp balm, hemp lotion, coffee & tea

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B - Health Hut selection of tea & health A products

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1612 C St. SW, Suite A Cedar Rapids, IA 52404 Follow us on Facebook: Corner Store Apothecary & More Website: Cornerstoreapothecary.com

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C - Illuminations Chakra books, stones & cones, spiritual items, incense burner, jewelry

ILLUMINATIONS Specialty Gifts for the Mind, Body, Spirit in the Cherry Building

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Home Chef

A - Next Page Books cookbooks

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B - Lion Bridge Brewing Co. cutting boards C - NewBo Shops at 208 Butter Me Up products

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D - The Artisan’s Emporium Pickle Creek Herbs infused oils & vinegar C E - Gnarly Pepper delicious dip mixes

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F - African American Museum of Iowa coffee mugs G

G - Della Viti teaput with infuser H - RAYGUN cereal bowls

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I - Smoke’n BBQ Pitts sauces and rubs J - NewBo City Market aprons & reusable totes K - Czech Village Antiques selection of cast iron, toothpick holders, & vintage finds L - The Daisy cooking mitts

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Gifts FOR THE

HARD To Buy FOr A - The Daisy tea towels B - Illuminations home decor C - Smoke’n BBQ Pitts gift cards D - NewBo Shops at 208 unique mugs

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E - iowa Ceramic Center and Glass Studio handmade mugs

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F - Brewhemia coffee mugs G - Fong’s Pizza giftcards tiki mugs G

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J - Della Viti wine selection & purses

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Celebrate

Celebrate 12 Days of Christmas in the DISTRICT 1 • Leather Bag - Rise Above Leathers 2 • Fong’s Tiki Cups 3 • Air Plants from Moss 4 • Daisy Dish Towels 5 • New Fiction Novels - Next Page Books 6 • Pack of Lion Bridge Beer 7 • Chakra Tumbled Stones - Illuminations 8 • Vintage Records - Czech Village Antiques 9 • Bags of CBD Tea - Corner Store Apothecary 10 • Bags of NewBo Mix Popcorn - Almost Famous 11 • Gnarly Pepper Spice Packets 12 • Chocolate Bars - National Czech & Slovak Museum Store 31

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Decor A B

A - NewBo Shops at 208 wreathes & ornaments B - Czech Cottage crystal trees

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C - Czech Village Antiques red cut glasses with decanter

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D - The Daisy holiday decor E - Moss candles & ornaments F - African American Museum of Iowa ornaments

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Holiday Tradition..

Our mouth blown, hand decorated glass ornaments are imported from the Czech Republic, Slovakia and Poland.

Each one is it’s own work of art!

Shop our Buy 3 and Get the 4th one FREE*

Ornament Sale

November 16 until December 24, 2019!

Our 2019 Limited Edition Ornament custom designed by Master Folk Artist Marj Nejdl is available now!

Store Hours: Monday – Saturday 9:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.

Sundays 12:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m

The NCSML Museum Store will be open until 1:00 p.m. on December 24 and closed on Christmas Day. *of equal or lesser value, no additional coupons or discounts allowed

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B - Create/Exchange handmade pillows

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Party Locations Planning a corporate holiday event or looking for somewhere to gather friends and family for the holidays? Our event venues provide a one-of-a-kind experience in a historic, character-filled setting. Any one of our locally owned restaurants can provide mouth-watering fare for your guests.

African American Museum of Iowa 55 12th Ave SW • 319-862-2101 max capacity 200 round or 240 theatre style

Brewhemia

1202 3rd St SE • 319-364-0802 perfect for small gatherings, can reserve after hours

Caucho

99 16th Ave SW • 319-200-2525 perfect for small gatherings, call for reservations

The Cherry Building

329 10th Ave SE • 319-366-7026 common area on the first floor available for events call for reservations

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Party Locations CSPS Hall

1103 3rd St SE • 319-364-1580 various sized spaces accommodating 10-250 people

RAYGUN

1028 3rd St SE • 319-200-4083 second floor available, 75 max capacity

Ideal Social Hall

213 16th Ave SW • 319-573-6310 max capacity 164 round or 190 theatre style

Lion Bridge Brewing Company

59 16th Ave SW • 319-200-4460 private event space in taproom

National Czech and Slovak Museum & Library

1400 Inspiration Pl SW • 319-362-8500 various sized spaces

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NewBo City Market

1100 3rd St SE • 319-200-4050 various indoor and outdoor spaces

Fong’s Pizza

1006 3rd St SE • 319-320-9992 perfect for small gatherings call to reserve space

Rodina

1507 C St SW • 319-200-2515 perfect for small gatherings, call to reserve space

Parlor City Pub & Eatery

1125 3rd St SE • 319-247-0000 can accommodate various sized groups private spaces and rooms available

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CATERING

Don’t feel like cooking? We have you covered. Contact information on page 4 of this guide.

Aroma Artisan Pizza Brewhemia Caucho Gnarly Pepper Lion Bridge Brewing Co. Lu’s Deli Melting Bite Parlor City Pub & Brewery Pinoy Cafe Rodina Smoke’n BBQ Pitts The Sausage Foundry

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Lodging

Worried about where you’ll put all of your guests this holiday season? Consider booking a room at one of these three spectacular Airbnb locations: The Heart House • 1 bedroom • 1 bath • 3 beds total • 6 guests max • Upper apartment of an 1890’s era home listed on the National Register of Historic Places.

NewBo Eco-Cottage • 2 bedrooms • 1.5 baths • 3 beds total LAE Eddins Ad-QtrPgV-HolidayGuide.pdf • 6 guests max • Restored 1915 immigrant home. Featuring patio and parking area.

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Graphic Design • Branding Marketing Communications leeann@laeddins.com

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Herda House • 1 bedroom • 1 bath • 2 guests max • 250 square foot Tiny house across from the NewBo City Market

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A preview of what’s to come in 2020 hosted by the local Main Street Organization:

Event

Calendar February • March • April • •

July • August • September • October • November • December •

2020

April - October 2020

Love Your Local

Celebrate unique finds in Cedar Rapids

Mac-n-Cheese Cook-Off Who will win the DISTRICT Challenge?

Mad Men Party

Party like it’s 1960 something...

Robert Chadima Visionary & Main Street Awards

Honor those building the DISTRICT’s future

Museums on Main

Experience a patriotic Smithsonian exhibit

Movie on the Levee

Sports themed movie for your enjoyment

Dinner on the Bridge

Dine with us on the Bridge of Lions

Cider Stroll

Sample apple products & shop

Small Business Saturday

Support Local while Holiday Shopping

Deck the District

Enjoy holiday experiences For a complete list of all events happening in The DISTRICT:

crmainstreet.org

Take the 2020 Challenge: Get in shape, have fun and check out one of Cedar Rapids’ newest destinations! The Mt. Trashmore Challenge will be the goal of climbing our local treasure Mt. Trashmore 140 times— a distance equal to ascending Mount Everest! The distance will be recorded via Mt. Trashmore Challenge phone app. (more app details coming soon) For each milestone you make, celebrate by enjoying the breathtaking view from the top, and earn perks from local businesses.

Experience the variety of trails by walking, running or biking. $25 Early Registration for the Mt. Trashmore Challenge Full price $35 (January 1, 2020).

T-shirt available after registration.

trashmorechallenge.com

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It’s time to let Robert Half help you build the productive and energized workforce that can make your company even better.

319.362.8606 roberthalf.com/cedar-rapids © 2019 Robert Half International Inc. An EOE M/F/D/V. RH-1119

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CELEBRATE IN THE DISTRICT CZECH VILLAGE & NEW BOHEMIA Celebrate the Season in the Czech VIllage and New Bohemia!

A “Holiday Express� Bus will be available to tour the district on Saturday and Sunday featuring stops on both sides of the river.

Friday December 6th

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Districthte VI LL AG E NE W BO HE M M AI N ST RE ET IA DI ST RI CT

Svaty Mikulas and Tree Lighting Celebration hosted by the Czech Village Association. 6:30pm at 83 16th Ave. SW., Svaty Mikulas, the angel & devil will be present to talk to the children while enjoying cookies and cocoa. At 7pm learn customs & traditions from the Czech & Slovak Republics followed by Tree lighting.

NewBo City Market will be having a Holiday Music Bingo Night, free to the public, beginning at 6 pm.

From 6pm to 8 pm shopkeeper The Fed Fox will host a Holiday Wreath Workshop. Tickets are $20.

Bohemian Betty Holiday Market There will be art, antiques, vintage, goodies and much more. Support local vendors by doing your Christmas shopping at this adorable market. Friday, December 6th 1pm - 8pm, Saturday, Dec 7th 10am-6pm. Entry will be $2. Free admission with Bohemian Betty T-shirt and for children 10 and under.

(Shirt can be purchased at Found + Formed) 95 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids Czech Village

Saturday December 7th Very Cherry Holiday at The Cherry Building 9 am to 4pm Holiday open house and studio tour, with live music by the Four Seasons and special guests Santa Clause and the incomparable Cher E. Pitts! iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio will hold their annual Very Cherry Art Sale with Santa from 10am-12pm! The studio and gallery will be packed with beautiful works for sale by the community.

TWO drop in workshops $10 each: 10am-2pm Clay Holiday Tree & 12-2pm Glass Ornament Old World Christmas Market 2019 at the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library December 7th & 8th 10am - 4pm Enjoy the sights, sounds, smells, and flavors of the holidays as you participate in a decade long tradition. Experience a delightful market with local handcrafted items, delicious food and drink, entertainment, and activities for people of all ages. This celebration of culture, community, and holiday cheer is free for the entire weekend.

McAuley Center Quilt Sale at the NewBo City Market 10am to 4pm as well as several other guest vendors.

Bohemian Betty Holiday Market Saturday, Dec 7th 10am-6pm (see information above)

Sunday December 8th Santa at the NewBo City Market he wants to hear about all your Christmas wishes Noon - 4pm Old World Christmas Market 2019 at the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library December 8 10am - 4pm (see information above)

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SHOP LOCAL THIS HOLIDAY SEASON! Create your own Wishlist & look for great gift ideas for everyone on your list.

STORE ITEM DESCRIPTION

TO GET STARTED CHECK OUT OUR LOCAL BUSINESS DIRECTORY: CRMAINSTREET.ORG

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