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The holidays have begun, and the new year is just around the corner. I want to take this time to thank all of our advertisers for being a part of this magazine and a big thank you to all of our wonderful readers. It is always uplifting to hear you comment on how much you enjoy

our magazine and its content. We will continue to do our best to provide something of interest for everyone.

There are a few interesting food days this month. The 1st is Eat a Red Apple Day. Apples are quite healthy and tasty, so I will look forward to finding a new way to enjoy my apple. If you are looking for a recipe using apples, check out Charlottes Applesauce Bake. It looks great. The 2nd is Fritter Day. If you have leftover apples, you could add it to your fritter for a great treat. The 8th is National Brownie Day. This is a favorite of mine, so I will have to make an effort to enjoy a chocolaty brownie delight. There are many more great foodie days in the month so pace yourself.

I look forward to the 21st. It is the shortest day of the year. That means the days will start getting longer and I will appreciate having more daylight. It also gives the kids more time to play in the snow. There are several sledding hills and a couple outside skating rinks in the area to enjoy. If there is an abundance of snow, there might be a snow man and his family in the front yard!

The 7th is Pearl Harbor Remembrance Day. On the day Japan attacked Pearl Harbor many servicemen and civilians were killed. We should all take a moment to remember that day in history and send blessings to those who serve to protect us.

I know shopping, school programs and other holiday gatherings can keep you on the fast track, so take a quiet break once in a while. Try a play or concert where you can relax and enjoy yourself. Stop after for an evening snack so when you get home you can get a good nights sleep.

Buying gifts over the internet for some may seem quick and easy, but for me, shopping local and taking in all of the sights and sounds of the holiday season put a bigger smile on my face and the joy of Christmas in my heart. It also helps support the local shops in our area that we would hate to be without all year long.

Drive safe, stay warm and enjoy all that is going on around you.

Merry Christmas


5 Start Planning Your Winter Projects

9 Thank You from the Vestweber Team

10 His Pride & Joy (Part 1) 1955 Chevy 210 Classic Car Corner 14 Your Local Pet Resource Guide

15 Volunteering in the Corridor 16 Invest in Your Community and Shop Local this Holiday Season 18 Holiday Recipes Your Family Will Love Recipes by Macaroni Kid

21 My Favorite Christmas Traditions

22 Holiday Fun in the Corridor

24 December 2018 Kids Event Calendar

25 Tips to Stay Active in the Cold

28 Restaurant Guide

29 December 2018 Event Calendar


Have you been daydreaming of remodeling and updating your home? With a new year upon us, it’s a great time to start thinking about what changes you want to make. Giving your home a facelift may be just what you need! The Corridor has some of the highest-quality businesses to work with to make your remodel a reality.

When undertaking a home improvement project, first decide if it’s a large project that would benefit from having a general contractor. A general contractor usually chooses the subcontractors to work with, though homeowners can choose if they have a preference. General contractors do their part of the work, and oversee the timeline of the subcontractors work, helping make a large project run smoothly for the homeowner.

For a smaller project, the homeowner can work directly with the subcontractors; likely minimizing the cost of the project, but putting the overseeing of the project on the homeowner. To get the work done right you will want to hire subcontractors that are the best in their field, and that can handle any unexpected hiccups. The subcontractor will do their part in the project and coordination between subcontractors will be done by the homeowner. To minimize the stress, look into the businesses you want to work with thoroughly, and make sure they will accommodate your vision.

These local businesses would be happy to work with you on your next home remodeling project!

ARA Gallery & Interiors works on finding unique products and services that provide your design space with a personal look tailored to you, your family and how you plan to use your space. Owner, Tony Alt is ready to design with you in mind! From contemporary to transitional, residential to commercial, from custom artwork and framing to furniture and lighting, to outdoor living projects, Ara Gallery has everything you need to get started on your next project. Stop in or call today! 4850 Armar Drive SE, Cedar Rapids. 319.366.2520.


Cantebury Kitchens wants to help you make your home your castle this coming year. Whether you are building new, undergoing a remodel, or want to make some needed updates to your home, they have you covered. They offer a variety of personalized services to fit your needs. Cantebury Kitchens can assist you in creating your dream kitchen, bar, bathroom and bedroom, along with creating one-of-a-kind closet shelving, entertainment centers and fireplace surrounds. They assist you from beginning to end for any room in your home that may need attention. Visit their showroom and let them help you with your next project. Cantebury Kitchens is conveniently located at 240 Classic Car Ct SW, Cedar Rapids, close to I-380 and Hwy 30. Open Monday-Friday 8-5. Weekends and evenings by appointment. 319.866.9816. www.canteburykitchens.com.

New flooring in a room can really update the look of your home. Randy’s Local Flooring Experts have the largest selection of flooring in Eastern Iowa. With an expansive selection of carpet, tile, and hardwood flooring, you’re sure to find something to match your style and budget. While you are updating your flooring, take a look at Randy’s Window Treatments. They have blinds, shades, curtains, and shutters in many different colors and styles to choose from. They will help make your room standout. Stop in today and start planning your next project.

Located at 280 Blairs Ferry Road NE, Cedar Rapids or 401 2nd Street, Coralville, IAwww.randysflooring.com

For all of your glass needs call Glass Concepts! Glass can add a beautiful and unique element to any space. The added dimension and allowance of light can brighten up any drab home. Glass Concepts is family-owned and has been serving the corridor proudly since 2004. Their beautiful showroom is full of patterned glass samples, custom shower doors and enclosures, and an elegant array of wall mirrors of all shapes and sizes. They also offer custom framing for mirrors, so you can bring in your own mirror for a custom frame, too. Some of the other services they provide include desktop and kitchen table covers, custom glass shelves, glass partitions, cabinet glass, glass tabletops, glass bathroom countertops, and glass replacement doors, cabinets and more. If you don’t see what you need, just tell them what you have in mind and they will create it for you. Call or stop in today! 1860 McCloud Place NE, Cedar Rapids – 319.366.3552 www.Glassconceptsiowa.com.

Fashion Par Kitchens wants to you to treat yourself to an updated kitchen or bathroom, or build that bar that you have always dreamed of. Fashion Par Kitchens can create a design to fit any lifestyle and budget; whether it’s in a new home, a complete remodel, or you want a simple update. They offer full service from start to finish, taking the stress away from the client. Their new showroom gives clients a broad array of floor plans and decorating styles to choose from as well as award winning designers that can create a unique space just for you. Treat yourself this holiday season.

Check out their new showroom at:1246 7th Ave, Marion, IA319.377.7357 www.fashionpar.com.


Tis the season to say thank you, so from The Vestweber Team to each of our customers, we say THANK YOU! Once again, our loyal clientele and customers allowed us to be one of the top performing real estate teams in the state of Iowa. Both on the residential and commercial sides of the business, we were able to walk alongside over 100 new and existing clients to help them through the process of buying or selling their properties.

It is this special time of year we slow down ever so slightly to simply say thank you. Thank you for the referrals, the kind words, and the business which allows us to help so many people be successful in their real estate endeavors. Thank you to Skogman Realty for being the most successful and supportive brokers in our market and surrounding us with the expertise and talent which makes our client’s more successful. Thank you to our incredible partners and vendors for the support they give our clients and my team of agents. The process of buying and selling should never be done alone. It takes a great group of people to create the success we provide.

When it comes to client services and expertise, we strive to provide the very best our market has to offer. The world of buying and selling real estate is becoming more and more complex every year. Working with a professional team of agents like The Vestweber Team at Skogman Realty will assure you have what you need in advice and counsel. Don’t take your largest asset for granted or trust it to someone trying to sell you a marketing package. When it comes to listing your home, only professional services should be acceptable, and

only experts should be representing you and your home.

As we put 2018 to bed, it is time to begin thinking about 2019. Will you want to sell, or buy, or both? Now is the time to set a meeting with us and begin a strategic plan to accomplish your goals. Maybe this is the year you look at a commercial property. Let us know what we can do to help you. Is this the year you begin to buy rental properties? We can help!

Have a wonderful holiday season and a fantastic New Year! The Vestweber Team looks forward to serving you in 2019 and beyond!

Call The Vestweber Team today! Check out our current listings at: www.LiveInOurTown.comEmail your questions to: [email protected] Call Jason directly at: 319-521-1234The Vestweber Team411 1st Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401

Jason Vestweber is a Licensed REALTOR in the state of Iowa and President of The Vestweber Team at Skogman Realty.


Article and photography by Richard Butschi

There aren’t many more “classic” rides out there than a ‘55 Chevy. The ‘55 marked the dawn of a new age for Chevrolet with “modern” styling. The bulbous fenders of the ‘40s and early ‘50s were gone – flattened to give it a clean, “modern,” streamlined appearance. It was then affectionately tabbed a “shoebox,” following in the footsteps of the ‘49 and early ‘50s Fords. 1955 was also a banner year with the appearance of V8 power with the first Chevy small block in 265 cu.in./162 hp form. (Between ‘55 and 2011 over 100 million small blocks of various sizes up to 400 cubic inches have been produced!) The basic ‘55 models included the Bel Air, 210 Delray and the 150. Body styles included 2 and 4-door sedans and wagons, including the rare Nomad and sedan delivery, along with the convertible and sport coupe (later tabbed a “hardtop,” as it had no door “post,” with a shorter roof and longer trunk deck than the standard sedans). The 150 came in one-color paint while the others came in 19 two-tone choices.

Ken Kaiser was always a Chevy man who had the “need for speed,” as wife, Karen, can attest. She has early memories of his ‘67 Chevelle, with a wild 396 engine, with a wee tremble in her voice. In May of ‘82, they started looking for a ‘57 Chevy, but all prospects seemed destined to be “homes for wayward mice.” Ken’s brother-in-law, Al, found a “nice ‘55” at a Cedar Rapids Pizza Hut, soon to be headed to a big show at Rydell Chevrolet in Waterloo. Al talked Ken and Karen into taking a look. Ken looked it over and took a test drive, returning to get family members into the car. When he asked Karen what she thought, she replied, “Doesn’t matter. You already bought it?” They picked it up a week later. And a month after that discovered she was pregnant with son number three. All followed in dad’s footsteps. Keith with a ‘66 Chevy II, Nathan with a ‘65 Chevelle and Travis with a ‘72 Corvette, recently sold.

The ‘55 was in “good shape” with black and white paint, the original interior, a 305 engine and Muncie M-20 4-speed trans. The interior was handled first, with black and white “tuck-n-roll” naughahyde. That and flames seemed to be the themes carried throughout the ‘55. Tom Hanson, of Vinton, did the first repaint in ‘91 with the white going to silver. In ‘94, Kaiser won a 350 engine (a Police Interceptor bored to a 355) at a car show raffle in Washington, IA. His dad, who owned Kaiser Tire Center on 16th

Avenue, gave him a stall at the shop and a weekend to make the change. There were other up-grades and car shows along the way in the next several years, with the second repaint occurring late in 2008 at King’s Hot Rod Shop, Keota. Ghost flames were laid down by Chris King on the fenders, the engine compartment wheel-wells and even the dashboard in silver metal-flake over black. The 2-tone works well with the classic Cragar 15” x 8” wheels.

Another major change occurred in 2014 when Ken was diagnosed with liver cancer. The Kaisers continued to drive the ‘55 to many shows and worked on Ken’s bucket list, traveling to many places like Alaska, Hawaii, Gettysburg and California, where they caught some drag races at the famous strip in Pomona. Ken was a big fan of the drags with John

Force being his favorite driver. Later, Karen made a quilt from Ken’s many Force t-shirts and got John and his two racing daughters to autograph it. Their most memorable trip with the ‘55 was to the Tri-5 Nationals in Bowling Green, KY, in August, 2017. Two months later, Ken made his last car show trip to Hopkinton’s Hot Rods & Harleys. Karen made a special effort this year to get to it, in spite of the rainy weather.

Ken wanted Karen to carry on the family tradition of showing the ‘55, so a 200-4R 4-speed automatic with OD tranny was ordered from TCI Automotive and installed in early spring of 2018. Ken passed away soon after on May 29th. The Muncie 4-speed was given to son number two, Nathan, to be installed in his ‘65 Chevelle. (Part II will feature Nathan’s Chevelle in the January issue of City Revealed.)


Article and photography by Richard Butschi

There aren’t many more “classic” rides out there than a ‘55 Chevy. The ‘55 marked the dawn of a new age for Chevrolet with “modern” styling. The bulbous fenders of the ‘40s and early ‘50s were gone – flattened to give it a clean, “modern,” streamlined appearance. It was then affectionately tabbed a “shoebox,” following in the footsteps of the ‘49 and early ‘50s Fords. 1955 was also a banner year with the appearance of V8 power with the first Chevy small block in 265 cu.in./162 hp form. (Between ‘55 and 2011 over 100 million small blocks of various sizes up to 400 cubic inches have been produced!) The basic ‘55 models included the Bel Air, 210 Delray and the 150. Body styles included 2 and 4-door sedans and wagons, including the rare Nomad and sedan delivery, along with the convertible and sport coupe (later tabbed a “hardtop,” as it had no door “post,” with a shorter roof and longer trunk deck than the standard sedans). The 150 came in one-color paint while the others came in 19 two-tone choices.

Ken Kaiser was always a Chevy man who had the “need for speed,” as wife, Karen, can attest. She has early memories of his ‘67 Chevelle, with a wild 396 engine, with a wee tremble in her voice. In May of ‘82, they started looking for a ‘57 Chevy, but all prospects seemed destined to be “homes for wayward mice.” Ken’s brother-in-law, Al, found a “nice ‘55” at a Cedar Rapids Pizza Hut, soon to be headed to a big show at Rydell Chevrolet in Waterloo. Al talked Ken and Karen into taking a look. Ken looked it over and took a test drive, returning to get family members into the car. When he asked Karen what she thought, she replied, “Doesn’t matter. You already bought it?” They picked it up a week later. And a month after that discovered she was pregnant with son number three. All followed in dad’s footsteps. Keith with a ‘66 Chevy II, Nathan with a ‘65 Chevelle and Travis with a ‘72 Corvette, recently sold.

The ‘55 was in “good shape” with black and white paint, the original interior, a 305 engine and Muncie M-20 4-speed trans. The interior was handled first, with black and white “tuck-n-roll” naughahyde. That and flames seemed to be the themes carried throughout the ‘55. Tom Hanson, of Vinton, did the first repaint in ‘91 with the white going to silver. In ‘94, Kaiser won a 350 engine (a Police Interceptor bored to a 355) at a car show raffle in Washington, IA. His dad, who owned Kaiser Tire Center on 16th

Avenue, gave him a stall at the shop and a weekend to make the change. There were other up-grades and car shows along the way in the next several years, with the second repaint occurring late in 2008 at King’s Hot Rod Shop, Keota. Ghost flames were laid down by Chris King on the fenders, the engine compartment wheel-wells and even the dashboard in silver metal-flake over black. The 2-tone works well with the classic Cragar 15” x 8” wheels.

Another major change occurred in 2014 when Ken was diagnosed with liver cancer. The Kaisers continued to drive the ‘55 to many shows and worked on Ken’s bucket list, traveling to many places like Alaska, Hawaii, Gettysburg and California, where they caught some drag races at the famous strip in Pomona. Ken was a big fan of the drags with John

Force being his favorite driver. Later, Karen made a quilt from Ken’s many Force t-shirts and got John and his two racing daughters to autograph it. Their most memorable trip with the ‘55 was to the Tri-5 Nationals in Bowling Green, KY, in August, 2017. Two months later, Ken made his last car show trip to Hopkinton’s Hot Rods & Harleys. Karen made a special effort this year to get to it, in spite of the rainy weather.

Ken wanted Karen to carry on the family tradition of showing the ‘55, so a 200-4R 4-speed automatic with OD tranny was ordered from TCI Automotive and installed in early spring of 2018. Ken passed away soon after on May 29th. The Muncie 4-speed was given to son number two, Nathan, to be installed in his ‘65 Chevelle. (Part II will feature Nathan’s Chevelle in the January issue of City Revealed.)

• Packa survival kit tokeep inyourvehicle. Jumpercables, snow shovel, ice scraper, flashlight, blanket,candles, matches, water, extra warm clothes, non-perishablefood,abrightflagtoputonyourantenna,andafirst-aidkit. Packasmuchof this in thecabofvehicleaspossiblesoyoudonotneedtoretrieveitfromthetrunk.Makesuretokeepyourphonechargedatalltimestocallforhelpinanemergency.• Keepatleastahalfatankoffuelinyourvehicletokeepthefuelfromfreezingovernight.Thiswillalsoinsurethatyouhave fuel inyourvehicle tokeepyouwarmincaseofbeingstranded.• If you find yourself strandedandneeding to keepyourvehicleonforanyamountoftime,makesuretoclearanysnowfromyourtailpipestopreventcarbonmonoxidepoisoning. It is suggestedthatyou runyourvehiclewiththeheatonfor10minutesperhour.Ifyouplan to leave your vehicle run the entire time,makesure to crack your best down-windwindow for a bitofventilation.Evenwithacrackedwindow, stillclearsnowfromyourtailpipesperiodicallytokeepfromanycarbonmonoxidebuildup.

• When stranded, make sure to also turn on yourhazardlightsandputabrightflagonyourantennatoremainvisible incaseyouneedtoturnyourcaroffatanytime.• Remember in bad conditions to not leave yourvehicle. Your vehicle is the best source of heat andprotectionfromtheelements,and is thebestwayforsomeonetofindyou.Onlyleavethevehicleifyouseeabuildingclosethatyouknowyoucantakeshelterin.Keepinmindthatinblowingsnow,abuildingcanlookcloserthanitactuallyis.• Maintain reasonablespeedanddistancetobrakeasneededandavoidusingcruisecontroltomaintaincontrolofyourvehicle.• Bewarethatrampsandbridgesoftenfreezebeforeotherroadway.• Bewareof“blackice.”Whentheroadlooksdrybutthepavementisdarkeranddulllooking.• Make sure tires haveagoodamount of tread formaximumtraction.• Makesuretohavegoodwiperbladesandtokeepyourwasherfluidfilledtomaintaingoodvisibility.


Adopt a PetCedar Valley Humane Society7411 Mount Vernon Rd SE, Cedar Rapids319.362.6288 - www.cvhumane.orgOpen: M-F 12-7pm, Sat. 12-5pm, Sun. ClosedDogs Forever Safe Place809 Rockford Rd SW, Cedar Rapids319.320.5522 - www.dogsforever.org Open House Every Saturday10AM-2PM – Dog Adoption & Gift ShopFriends of the Animals320 West 6th St, Tiptonwww.friends-ofthe-animals.com Friends Helping Friends Foundation319.286.5908 – www.crfriendsfoundation.org Fur Fun Rescue229 Badger Rd, Lisbonwww.furfunrescue.org Last Hope Animal Rescue1823 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids 319.200.4880 - www.adopthope.org SAINT Rescue & Adoption Center1200 106th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids319.551.7537 – www.saintiowa.org Open House Every Saturday 11AM-3PM – Cat Adoption & Gift Shop

Walk Your Dog - Area Dog ParksCheyenne Off-Leash Park 1650 Cedar Bend Lane SW, CR

K9 Acres at Squaw Creek Park5200 Golf Course Rd, Marion

Thornberry Off-Leash Dog Park

1867 Foster Rd, Iowa City

December 1, 2018 7th Annual Dogs Forever Holidog Bazaar10am-8pmIdeal Social Hall – Czech Village213 14th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids Find baked goods (not only for humans, but for dogs too!), holiday craft items, dog-themed apparel, raffle baskets and much more! Photographer Danyelle Foreman will be taking family portraits from 12-4 p.m. These portraits can be for your entire family, including your dogs so bring them on out! Reservations are required for portraits and can be

As winter settles in, cold weather can be a challenge for our pets. To ensure a healthy season for our furry friends, keep the following in mind.1. Some pets are better suited than others for living outdoors. There is a common misconception that dogs and cats will be “fine” if left outside. This is not true. Certain breeds, such as Huskies and Samoyeds are better suited for very cold weather. Puppies and kittens as well as older dogs and cats shouldn’t be outside no matter what type of breed they are. They just don’t have the fat, metabolism, or the full fur coat they need to stay warm when temperatures plunge.2. If your pet is primarily outside, make sure that adequate shelter is provided to shield them from wind, moisture, and cold. Make sure your pets house is well insulated but still large enough for them to be comfortable and able to move around. Several pet and feed stores carry safe heated floor mats or non-electric warm bedding to add heat into your pets house. Deeply bedded straw is another good insulator. Do not use a heat lamp or other type of home heaters though as it can be highly dangerous, and may cause a fire. If your pet is prone to chewing, do not use blankets or material that can be ingested. Cedar shavings can be irritating to the skin, so use with caution depending on your pet’s hair coat.3. Pets need to have fresh water at all times and this time of year the water can freeze easily. Make sure to check the water dish periodically throughout the day and add fresh water as needed. Heated pet bowls are a solution for frigid temperatures. These bowls are very handy to have during the cold winter months, and are usually available in stainless steel or plastic. You can find them at most pet supply vendors and feed stores. 4. Pets that live outdoors usually need additional food (calories) to sustain body temperature and maintain energy and body heat. Please check with your veterinarian to decide if your pet needs additional nutritional intake. 5. Ice can wreak havoc on our four legged friends also. Some de-icers are toxic when ingested (when the pet licks their paws). Make sure to rinse their feet off if your pet has walked where de-icers have been used. 6. If your pet sleeps in the garage, be on the alert for any antifreeze leakage

or antifreeze containers left out where they could spill or be chewed on. Also, do NOT start the car in a closed garage - for your safety

and your pet’s safety - carbon monoxide poisoning is a silent killer.7. Like humans, pets can suffer from

hypothermia and frostbite. The young and the senior pets are especially at risk. Pets with arthritis are prone to

more discomfort in cold and damp environments. And remember, if it’s too cold for you, it’s probably too cold for your pet.

made at http://bit.ly/DOGSFOREVER Payment of $30 will be required at the time of the reservation. 100% of proceeds benefit shelter and homeless dogs.

December 8, 2018 ARF 8th Annual Cookie Walk & Howliday Bazzar11am-2pmKirkwood Linn County Regional Center1770 Boyson Rd., Hiawatha12 animal welfare organizations will have booths at this event to showcase the good work they do and sell handcrafted items to fund

their programs. All money raised will fund programs to help animals. For only $8 a pound, you get your choice of more than 350 dozen homemade cookies, candies, and bars. Be sure to shop early for the best selection of baked goods! For more information, see our facebook pageat www.facebook.com/arfiowa.

December 9, 2018 Uno’s Promise Holiday Vendor & Craft FairHosted by Uno’s Promise Animal Rescue10am-3pmCedar Rapids Marriott

December 15, 2018 Critter Crusaders Holiday Bake Sale 10am-4pmBoth Theisens Locations


Do you ever wish you could go back into the past and change something? Would you like to go back and change the course of events that have led to your life as you now know it? Ronald Mallet made it his life long quest to go back in time and change the course of events in his life. When he was ten years old he lost his father to a heart attack. When that happened, Ronald made it his life mission to build a time machine so he could travel into the past. The mission? To see his father again and warn him to take the necessary steps to prevent an early death, allowing them to be together many more years. The immediate images that come to mind when hearing about a man building a time machine are those of Doctor Emmet Brown from “Back to the Future” or Uncle Rico from “Napoleon Dynamite.” Most people laugh and call it craziness. That’s not the case here at all. Ronald Mallet earned a PhD in Physics and was the 79th African American to do so. He also became a tenured theoretical physicist at the University of Connecticut and is now a Professor Emeritus. What led him into all of this? His deep desire to travel back in time to see his father again. Knowing he would be ridiculed as a laughingstock, he kept his mission to himself for decades. He worked on the physics of time travel, after-hours, in his own home. In those subdued hours alone he made amazing discoveries the physics community is now marveling over. Our deepest motivations will drive us to many things, including our choice of career and how we live our lives. They can also lead to some incredible things. At Christmas we are reminded of the greatest motivation and mission of all time: God’s rescue mission to save mankind. Jesus came, not to rewrite the past, but to rewrite our future. His deepest motivation is love for us. He was born for us so that He could die for us. He came to earth temporarily so through His sacrifice on the cross we could receive His grace and be with Him eternally in heaven. In the midst of the holiday “noise,” remember the real reason for the season - the greatest motivation, mission and gift ever given: Jesus. Merry Christmas!

John Seitz, Senior Pastor Antioch Christian Church433 Cross Road, Marion, IA 52302www.lifeisforliving.org


Many of us consider helping within our community, especially this time of year, but sometimes we don’t know how we can help. You can start by reaching out and helping with these nonprofit events. If you can volunteer more of your time, we urge you to reach out to these organizations throughout the year. This is a great way for adults and children, alike, to put their skills to good use to make a difference in other people’s lives.

For over 120 years, Waypoint (formerly YWCA) has existed as a vital community resource for individuals in crisis. Waypoint offers a variety of proactive services and resources for those experiencing homelessness, poverty, or domestic violence, as well as providing quality childcare; and volunteers help make it possible. Currently Waypoint is collecting new and unwrapped toys, puzzles, books, games and household items to be given away at their annual “Waypoint Wonderland.” Waypoint Wonderland is a celebration that provides holiday gifts to families served by Waypoint. Last year, Waypoint provided gifts to over 500 children in need. Each parent also receives a gift. Donations for this year’s Waypoint Wonderland will be accepted Monday through Friday, 8:30am – 4:30pm at Waypoint’s main administrative building, located at 318 5th St. SE, Cedar Rapids, through December 11th. For volunteer information, visit www.waypointservices.org.

November 30 - December 24Wrapping for a CauseWrapping for a Cause, sponsored by Veridian Credit Union, returns for its 15th year! Stop by the booth at the Lindale Mall Food Court and bring all of your gifts, no matter where you bought them, and let them wrap the gifts for you! All proceeds benefit The Arc of East Central Iowa! Open daily at 11:00 am. Monday – Saturday 11:00 am – 8:00 pm, Sunday 11:00 am – 5:00 pm, Christmas Eve 9:00 am – 3:00 pm

*FOR TWO SPECIAL DAYS*Can’t make it to the mall? Bring your holiday gifts to The Arc’s downtown office on Dec. 10th or Dec. 17th from 7:30am – 6:00pm and they will wrap them for you!Drop off and pick up later in the day. Will be available for these two special days only at this location – 680 2nd Street SE.

December 5, 2018 Families Helping Families Pop Culture Trivia FundraiserKick off the Christmas season with a night of fun to benefit Iowa’s foster kids! Brush up on your movie, music & TV

skills and join Families Helping Families Pop Culture Trivia Fundraiser! We cap Trivia at 20 teams and the cost is $50 per team. Teams are limited to 6 members or less. All registration fee proceeds go to support Families Helping Families of Iowa in providing programs and services to Iowa’s children in foster care. You will need your team size and team name to register. Trivia will start at 6:30pm. Treat yourself to our specialty Blue Christmas holiday cocktail that night and $1 from each sale will also benefit Families Helping Families!Quarter Barrel gift cards will be given to the 1st, 2nd and 3rd place teams and Families Helping Families will also have holiday treats and gifts for sale.

December 7, 2018 Home for the Holidays 6:30-9:30pmTo Benefit Revival Theatre Company $40Christmas Music, Silent Auction, Social HourNational Czech & Slovak Museum Ballroomwww.revivaltheatrecompany.com

December 12, 2018 Holidays with a HeartShop for a Cause and Support your Community!Visit several local partnering nonprofit organizations in the community for an evening of shopping for a cause. This night only, by donating to the NCSML or one of the participating nonprofits, you are entered to win your choice of a fabulous door prize provided by the Museum Store. Learn more at: ncsml.org/event/holidays-with-a-heart/

Participating local nonprofit organizations include:Cedar Valley Humane SocietySt. Marks United Methodist ChurchCatherine McAuley CenterCzech Heritage FoundationFamilies Helping Families

Local Food Pantries are in need of donations and volunteers also. With the holiday season approaching it’s a good reminder that many people in our community may be without some of the basic necessities we so often take for granted – such as food and shelter. Below is a short list of food pantries that serve the Cedar Rapids area that are in need of volunteers. A complete listing can be found at https://www.foodpantries.org/ci/ia-cedar_rapids.

Our area is blessed to have so many wonderful organizations that help those in need. The reason it works, is you. Volunteers and donations are what make these organizations possible. Consider donating or volunteering this holiday season and throughout the year.


The Holidays are coming and with it a busy month as shoppers search for the perfect gift to give the special people on their lists this season. The Corridor is full of wonderful, locally-owned businesses that have an array of gift ideas for you to choose from. Shop locally and find everything you’re looking for right here in the Corridor!

Give the gift of great taste with a Biaggi’s Ristorante Italiano gift card; perfect for any hard-to-shop-for person. Biaggi’s has an extensive menu and is open daily for lunch and dinner. Biaggi’s gift cards are available in a variety of denominations and are redeemable at any Biaggi’s location. This holiday season enjoy a deliciously rewarding gift from Biaggi’s and receive a $15 Holiday Bonus Award card for every $100 in Biaggi’s gift cards purchased. Holiday Bonus Award cards are available through December 31, 2017 and are valid for use at any Biaggi’s location from January 1, 2018 through March 31, 2018. 320 Collins Rd NE, Cedar Rapids. 319.393.6593. www.biaggis.com.

Let Illuminations Center for Enlightenment bring some magic to your holidays with uncommon gifts. Our shop is carefully curated to inspire and delight with items that have a mystical charm. Choose from a wide selection of rare gems and crystals, available as both jewelry and collectible pieces. Add an inviting glow to your home with colorful Turkish mosaic lamps and air cleansing salt lamps. Create an enchanting atmosphere using high quality incense and essential oils. Treat yourself to an uplifting session with one of our experienced holistic arts practitioners including massage therapy, Reiki, and intuitive readings. Relax with yoga classes. The Cherry Building 329 11th Ave SE Suite 115, Cedar Rapids. 319.775.0117.

Oyama Sushi Japanese Steakhouse is a great place to grab gift certificate for someone that loves food with a lot of flavor. Oyama Sushi offers more then just a meal with their artistically, hand-made sushi rolls. To entertain have a Hibachi dinner. The chef will wow you with his skills and the food will be amazing! Stop in at 5350 Council Street, Cedar Rapids for a gift certificate! 319.832.1800

Parlor City Pub and Brewery is another great place to stop in for a gift card. Located in the heart of NewBohemia, the person who gets this gift card can make a night of it. Parlor City has live music often and matches the upbeat pub vibe. Located at 1125 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids. www.parlorcitypub.com. 319.247.0000

Travel & Transport wants to help make memories that will last a lifetime with the gift of travel. Take a getaway with your loved ones and leave the details up to the pros. Travel and Transport has the expertise to plan unforgettable, one-of-a-kind vacation experiences. The full-service travel management company is the 5th largest travel company in the United States. Let them take the stress out of traveling. Gift cards are available in any denomination and never expire! Visit their local office at 1317 7th Ave, Marion or call 319.373.4232. travelandtransport.com/vacations

At The Wright Touch Catering & Bake Shoppe they make shopping for your loved one a little easier and a lot sweeter! The Wright Touch offers over 250 flavor combinations of unique artisan cupcakes and a variety of baked goods including cookies, bars, breads, cannoli and much more. Pick up or delivery is available. As one of the areas premier caterers, The Wright Touch is also the answer to your holiday party needs. From appetizers to desserts, entrée to buffet style, they have you covered. This year, take the stress away and enjoy the party. Colton Square - 7085 C Ave, Cedar Rapids. 319.294.2253. thewrighttouch.ws

ARA Gallery & Interiors owner, Tony Alt, provides designs from contemporary to transitional and residential to commercial; offering custom artwork and framing, furniture and lighting, outdoor living products and much more. Ara Gallery works on finding unique products that create a design space with a personal look tailored to you. With an extensive array of new sectionals and tables, and beautiful artwork and frames, Ara Gallery has something for everyone! Stop in and find something special for a loved one this holidays season! Stop in or call today! 4850 Armar Drive SE, Cedar Rapids. 319.366.2520.

NewBo City Market is your one-stop shop for everyone on your holiday shopping list! Stop in select Saturdays & Sundays until Christmas for our Holiday Pop-Up Market featuring artisans, crafters, and home-based businesses. Support local businesses & entrepreneurs by checking off your holiday list with unique, homemade items! Sunday, December 2, 10 am to 4 pmSaturday, December 8, 10 am to 6 pmSunday, December 9, 10 am to 4 pmSaturday, December 15, 10 am to 6 pmSunday, December 16, 10 am to 4 pmSaturday, December 22, 10 am to 6 pmSunday, December 23, 10 am to 4 pm


Reindeer:Cut black olives for eyes and cherry tomato for the nose. Use whipped cream cheese as glue to place on string cheese stick. Break twisted pretzels to look like antlers and press into top of the cheese stick. Cut a piece of deli ham into a strip and wrap for a scarf.

Snowman:Slice blocks of cheese into 1/4 inch slices and cut out circles using a cookie cutter. Draw a face with an edible pen, use pretzel sticks for arms and slice black olives for buttons. Cut a piece of deli ham into a strip and wrap for a scarf.

Doctor Up Ready to Bake Cookie DoughCharlotte Linde, Macaroni Kid EATS editorWe are always searching for shortcuts and finding easy cookie recipes is no exception. We’re not ashamed to mix in some store-bought with some semi-homemade and call it a day!

Ingredients:• Roll of ready to bake cookies ( I used the chocolate chip ones)• Pepita seeds (pumpkin seeds)• Dried cranberriesDirections:• Follow directions on the back of cookie package, add toppings and bake!

Charlotte Linde is the editor and publisher of Macaroni Kid Cedar Rapids and Macaroni Kid Iowa City. Macaroni Kid and its family of Publisher Moms are dedicated to delivering the scoop on all the family-friendly events and activities happening in their area.

A dance mom (daughter) and all things sports mom (son), major foodie, wine lover, an idealist 24/7 - her mind never stops spinning - family first, sanity last. To subscribe to Charlotte’s free local newsletter, please visit www.cedarrapids.macaronikid.com (Cedar Rapids) or www.iowacity.macaronikid.com (Iowa City) [email protected]

5 Ingredient Dish - Applesauce BakeCharlotte LindePrep time: 5 minutesCook time: 60 minutes

Ingredients:• 20 ounces of your favorite applesauce• 1 cup of sugar• 1 stick of butter • 5 eggs• 5 pieces of white bread torn into pieces (leftover hot dog or hamburger rolls work as well)

Directions:• Pre-heat the oven to 350 degrees• Put torn bread in the bottom of a greased casserole dish• Put all other ingredients in a food processor and pulse just until butter is broken into small pieces. (about 5 quick pulses)• Pour over bread and bake for 60 minutes

Craft a Snack: Winter FriendsHaving fun in the kitchen and letting the kids craft their own healthy snacks is not only fun but will most likely ensure that they will eat them! Who doesn’t love penguins, reindeer, and snowmen? Here is what you will need:

Ingredients• String cheese sticks• Black olives• Cherry tomatoes• Pretzels (sticks and twisted)• Deli ham slices• Edible pen• Carrots• Whipped cream cheese• Block cheese (we used mozzarella)

Penguin:Carefully cut the black olives down the center lengthwise. Stuff with cream cheese. Cut carrots into small triangles for beak and feet. Cut small pieces of black olives for eyes. Cut a piece of deli ham into a strip and wrap for a scarf.

Christmas will be here before we know it and this is the best time of year to enjoy all things FOOD! Thanksgiving was the king of feasts but Christmas treats are not far behind. My absolute favorite times are the weeks in between. Its the time where we can enjoy opening advent calendars, sneak cookie dough while spending family time making holiday cookies, snuggling up on the couch with a warm cup of peppermint cocoa while watching endless hours of Christmas movies, cranking up the holiday music while decorating the tree, hopping in the car to check out Christmas lights, and figuring out where to hide that darn elf again. Those are the best times.

This month we have a couple of recipes to help get you into the holiday spirit. We hope you enjoy them; and just remember, not only are the holidays fun and special, all of the weeks in between are just as memorable. Merry Christmas and Happy Holidays from my family to yours.

- Charlotte

Turkey and Dumplings - Charlotte Linde

Ingredients:• Tablespoon of butter• 1/2 cup chopped celery• 1/2 cup chopped carrots• 2 cups or so of leftover turkey shredded or chopped• 6 cups of chicken or turkey broth or 3 cans of chicken noodle soup• 2 cups baking mix (we used Bisquick) • 2/3 cups of milk• Salt, pepper, and parsley to taste

Directions• Heat butter and saute celery and carrots until just tender• Add turkey and broth or prepared soup• Bring to a slow simmer• Mix baking mix and milk into a soft dough• Drop by spoonfuls into slow simmer broth• Cook uncovered for 10 minutes• Cover and cook an additional 10 minutes• Garnish with parsley • Salt and pepper to taste

Holiday Recipes Your Family Will Love


By Charlotte LindeThese are so fun and will create memories to last a lifetime. I especially love #5 now that my kids are older. Enjoy!1. Frosty was here! Every Christmas Eve, there is a knock at the door right around bedtime. The door is opened to find a present and snow tracks. (Coconut flakes and round footprints) The gift is from Frosty the Snowman and he left Christmas Pajamas to keep them all snug in bed for Santa! For me... it means Christmas pictures in the morning are ready to go!2. Santa always seems to leave his glasses and a white glove next to the empty cookie plate, evidence that he really came! The kids love sending his lost items back with a thank you letter for their gifts.3. Elf on a Shelf! Where is “Shelden” today? In the kitchen in a bowl with a wooden spoon and a mess of flour everywhere! This is our newest tradition that we are really enjoying! Anything to help keep my kids in check is a plus in my book! 4. Christmas Pickle~ a tradition of trying to find a small pickle ornament on the Christmas tree. Whoever finds the pickle first receives an extra gift from Santa or gets to open a gift first. Also teaches children to appreciate the Christmas tree before tearing into gifts.5. Wrapping paper unrolled down the hallway. It’s the secret alarm that alerts me to tiny feet trying to sneak out to see the presents! MY NEW ADDITION THIS YEAR:So, since my kids are now older, they have learned to scale the walls to not set off Santa’s Wrapping Paper Alarm System. Yep... I am NOT kidding. SOOOO... this year there will be Saran Wrap blocking the end of our hallway. So they can see...but not sneak in. HEHE. My kids are old enough now that this will be funny. :)6. Make tinsel magical. When Santa comes he leaves tiny Christmas Trees in the children’s rooms with new slippers under the tree. He is also a very messy Santa ~ he leaves tinsel on the bedroom doorknobs, in the slippers and on all of the Christmas Trees. 7. The guess a gift. The guess a gift is so much fun! I love trying to stoop my husband every year because he is excellent at this game! Everyone receives a gift 3 days before Christmas. You have to try and “guess” what the gift is. If you can not guess the gift, you have to wait until Christmas to open it. Last year my husband had a ball of rubber bands and it took him three guesses...rrrrr! I will get him this year! 8. Reindeer snacks. We ALWAYS leave carrots, celery and a big pot of water for the Reindeer outside. Those Reindeer are messy too! They leave chewed up carrots and celery everywhere! ;) What’s really fun is watching those Reindeer (my husband and I) chew it and leave it! 9. Dollar Store. I take my son and daughter to the Dollar Store (at different times) to pick out their gifts for the other family members. It is so adorable to see what they pick out. It only cost a dollar, but to me is priceless.

10. Christmas Ornaments. Every year my husband and I pick out the kids Christmas Ornaments. We Initial and date each one. They love remembering and seeing their ornaments on the tree each year. Someday when they are all grown up, I will give them their ornaments to enjoy with their own families.11. The Magic Key. In our house, we do not have a chimney for Santa to come down, so we have a magic key! Its a HUGE glittery key that we hang on the outside of the front door. Only Santa has the special magic to use the key!12. Spiked Eggnog. Ok...I worked hard, presents are opened, kids are playing, the movie Christmas Story is on, phone calls have been made, and Christmas Dinner is started. It’s time to relax. Its time to enjoy a pretty glass filled with yummy eggnog, topped fresh nutmeg ~and just a smidgen of spiced rum. ;) Ho Ho Ho!

Gift IdeasInfants & Toddlers (newborn - age 3)Riding Toys, Activity Centers & Gyms, Puzzles, Soft Blocks & Toys, Educational Toys

Younger Children (age 4 - age 6)Train Sets, Dolls & Accessories, Blocks, Legos, Lincoln Logs, Tonka Trucks, Diggers, Front Loaders, Lite Brights, MagnaDoodles, AquaDoodles, Dress-Up Clothes, Food & Kitchen Play, Educational Toys

Older Children (age 7 - age 12)Sports Equipment, Craft Kits, Puzzles, Remote Control Cars & Trucks, Action Figures, Barbies, Monster High Dolls, Educational Toys

Stocking Stuffers: G-Rated Movies, Hair Accessories, Matchbox Cars, Books, Bracelets, Candy, Small Games

Gift Certificates:Movie Theater, AirFX, Bowling Alley, Playstation, Bus Passes, local Restaurants

Personal Products: Shampoo, Conditioner, Toothpaste, Toothbrushes, Body Wash, Deodorant, Razors, Baby Wash, Baby Shampoo, Diapers, Diaper Cream

Other Holiday Needs:Batteries for toys (AA, AAA, C, D)Wrapping Paper, & Bows


December 1 & 2, 2018 Deck the District in Czech Village/NewBoDeck the District is a collaborative community holiday celebration in Cedar Rapids, Czech Village/New Bohemia Main Street District. Activities include holiday celebrations at the African American Museum of Iowa, The Cherry Building, NewBo City Market, National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library, Czech Village Traditional Tree Lighting, as well as a Trolley to tour you around the Czech Village New Bohemia Main Street District. Details found at www.deckthedistrict.org 1100 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids

December 1 & 2, 2018 Villages Christmas Haus Tour 10am-4pm, Dec.2 1pm-4pm

Amana Arts Guild will host the 13th annual Christmas Haus Tour this year; an event filled with lovely

traditions and whimsical surprises. Progress has not eradicated the town’s treasured

traditions and quaint customs. Amana’s cedar sided, limestone and time bleached brick buildings have weathered for well over a century. Tour private homes decorated for the holidays and take part in the ambience of Christmas in the Amana Colonies. Visit with homeowners and get to know the colonies in

a whole new way while you visit homes with stories as remarkable and varied as the colonies themselves.622 42th Ave, Amana

December 1 & 2, 2018 33rd Prelude to Christmas celebration! Prelude to Christmas is a special time in the Amana Colonies with the main village of Amana decorated for the Christmas Holiday. The Heritage

Museum has a special display for you to catch a glimpse of what Christmas in the communal era was like and the Amana Church presents a Cookie Walk on Saturday that is always a sell out. 622 46th Ave, Amana

December 2, 9, 16 & 23, 2018Santa is coming to NewBo City Market! FREE and open to the public – visit Santa from 12-4pm. While shopping at NewBo City Market for all your unique, locally made holiday gifts, stop to tell Santa what YOU want for Christmas and get your picture in front of our Christmas tree display. NewBo City Market 1100 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids www.newbocitymarket.org

December 2, 2018 Home for the Holidays1:00 PM to 4:00 PM 5925 Seminole Valley Trail NE, Cedar Rapids Try Czech Christmas cookies and other baked goods, make Victorian ornaments and Christmas cards, play parlor games with old-time toys and more. Explore the various holiday traditions and cultures of the family homes at Ushers Ferry. Advance registration is encouraged, but not required. $6.25 Child (3-14 yrs.) $9.50 Adult

December 1, 2, 7, 8, 9, 14, 15 & 16, 2018Tannenbaum Forest Hours will vary by day.Come see the twinkling lights of over 40 decorated real Christmas Trees, visit Santa, stop by St Nick’s Cafe, and see our 17 foot German style Christmas pyramid! A good will

offering is collected with proceeds benefiting the University of Iowa Children’s Hospital.Tannenbaum Forest is open Fridays-Sundays and by special arrangements. 622 46th Ave, Amana. www.amanacolonies.com

December 1, 8, 15, 22 & 29, 2018The Mount Vernon Winter Farmers’ Market is each Saturday in the First Street Community Center’s gym. 10am-12pmThis market is a thriving little community of entrepreneurs. All products are raised, produced, or created right here in the surrounding community by

the person selling them on the other side of the table. The types of products available include beautiful vegetables, delicious artisan breads, jams and jellies. Several different varieties of local, grass-fed meats as well as farm fresh eggs are available. Gluten-free products and tasty treats are options, along with honey, shag-bark hickory nuts, walnuts, and dry herbs. Hand-dipped chocolates, exquisite hats, scarves and baby items. Handcrafted jewelry is a must-see, perfect for gifts. Selections of dried beans, fresh ground cornmeal, popcorn, and meat seasoning mixes are also provided. www.firststreetcc.com

December 7, 2018Christmas in the Park and Peppermint

Walk4:00pm – 8:00pm

Marion Square Park7th Ave & 10th St

Each year we welcome Santa by firetruck to the Park at 4:00 pm and greet kids throughout the evening.

Be sure to also SHOP all of the open Uptown Marion businesses for a peppermint treat! Join us for this wonderful celebration and start a Christmas tradition of your own.

December 8, 2018 Lisbon Holiday Jubilee 9am-12pmFREE – www.visitmvl.com for details

December 15, 2018 Christmas with Mrs. Claus 8:30am-NoonThe Granger House Victorian Museum 970 10th St, MarionExperience a fun morning with Mrs.Claus while helping keep your neighbors warm! Mrs. Claus will share fun facts from the North Pole while children enjoy cookie decorating, crafts and a tour of the Granger House, learning about the holidays in the late-19th century. Then sit in the parlor while Mrs. Claus shares a story about giving during the holiday season. Cost: Donation of a cold weather item.Participation is limited, registration is required. www.marioncc.org

Bring a NEW cold weather item for each child attending. Items can be hats, mittens, gloves, or blankets. Following the event items will be donated to Keep Your Neighbors Warm which is part of the Marion Holiday Giving Project helping families in need in our community.•Open to children ages 4-10•Parent or guardian must remain on-site•Limited to 20 children per session•All donations benefit Marion Holiday Giving Project


NOW - December 15, 2018The Lion, The Witch and the WardrobeOld Creamery Theatre39 38th AveAmana319.622.6262www.oldcreamery.com

NOW - December 9, 2018Elf the MusicalTheatre Cedar Rapids102 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids319.366.8591www.theatrecr.org

NOW - December 16, 2018Tannenbaum Forest 11am - 7pm622 46th Ave, Amana319.622.7622www.festivalsinamana.com

December 9, 2018 - December 17, 2018Santa, Snacks, and Stories at Brucemore 5:30 - 7:30pm2160 Linden Dr. SE, Cedar Rapids319.362.7375www.brucemore.org

Every Weekdays 10am – 2pmTot Time 10am – 2pmPlay Station200 Collins Rd NE, Cedar Rapids3196.373.1111www.theplaystation.com

Dollar Monday’s at Westdale Bowl 4 - 8pmWestdale Bowling Center2020 Scotty Dr. SW, Cedar Rapids319.396.2500www.westdalebowl.com

$5 Tuesdays – Galaxy 16 Cinema 10am5340 Council St. NE, Cedar Rapids319.377.4555www.collinsroadtheatres.com

Every Tuesday & Thursday (5th - 12th grade only)Teen Game Day 3 - 5pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org

Every Friday (Teens)Youth Advocating Kindness 3:30 - 4:30pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org

Anything Could Happen (Teen) 1:30pmCedar Rapids Public Library450 5th Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids319.261.7323www.crlibrary.org

December 4, 2018Teen Game Day 3pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org

Teen Pathfinder Club 5pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org

December 5, 2018High School Hangout 3:30 - 5pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org

Art Bites: Ceramics Center 10-year anniversary 12:15pmCedar Rapids Museum of Art410 Third Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids319.366.7503www.crma.org

December 6, 2018Teen Game Day 3 - 5pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org

Pajama Storytime: Holiday Edition 6pmCedar Rapids Museum of Art410 Third Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids319.366.7503www.crma.org

December 7, 2018Little Engineers 10:30amHiawatha Public Library150 W. Willman St, Hiawatha319.393.1414www.hiawathapubliclibrary.org

Friday Flicks: Frozen 3pmHiawatha Public Library150 W. Willman St, Hiawatha319.393.1414www.hiawathapubliclibrary.org

Christmas in the Park 4 - 7pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marionwww.marionpubliclibrary.org

Parents Night Out 5 - 8pmIndian Creek Nature Center5300 Otis Rd. SE, Cedar Rapids319.362.0664www.indiancreeknaturecenter

Disney’s Beauty & the Beast 7:30pmCoralville Center for the Performing Arts1301 5th St., Coralville319.248.9370www.coralvillearts.org

The 12 Days of Christmas 7pmCoralville Center for the Performing Arts1301 5th St., Coralvillewww.coralvillearts.org

Youth Advocating Kindness 3:30pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org

December 26, 2018School’s Out - Ozobot Playtime (Elementary) 10amCedar Rapids Public Library450 5th Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids319.261.7323www.crlibrary.org


School’s Out! Puffy Fluffy Paintings (Elementary) 10amCedar Rapids Public Library450 5th Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids319.261.7323www.crlibrary.org

December 28, 2018Doodlebugs: Animal Tracks 10:30amHiawatha Public Library150 W. Willman St, Hiawatha319.393.1414www.hiawathapubliclibrary.org

Anything could Happen 1:30pmCedar Rapids Public Library450 5th Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids319.261.7323www.crlibrary.org

For Weekly Story Times & Kids Events at the Library Visitwww.hiawathalibrary.comwww.marionpubliclibrary.orgwww.crlibrary.orgwww.ely.liab.ia.uswww.icpl.orgwww.coralvillepubliclibrary.org

Find these and more events at www.cityrevealed.com. More area kids events and fun family ideas found at cedarrapids.macaronikid.com and iowacity.macaronikid.com

Youth Advocating Kindness 3:30pmMarion Public Library1095 6th AveMarion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org

December 16, 2018Scholastic Chess Club 2pmCedar Rapids Public Library450 5th Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids319.261.7323www.crlibrary.org

December 17, 2018Clifford the Big Red Dog 6:30pmHiawatha Public Library150 W. Willman St, Hiawatha319.393.1414www.hiawathapubliclibrary.org

Cooking Club for Teens 3:30pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org

December 18, 2018Lego Club 4pmHiawatha Public Library150 W. Willman StHiawatha319.393.1414www.hiawathapubliclibrary.org

Doodlebugs: Polar Opposites 10:45amMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org


December 21, 2018Craft for Kids: Snowman Painting 3pmHiawatha Public Library150 W. Willman StHiawatha319.393.1414www.hiawathapubliclibrary.org

December 8, 2018The Very Hungry Caterpillar 50th Anniversary 10:30amHiawatha Public Library150 W. Willman St, Hiawatha319.393.1414www.hiawathapubliclibrary.org

Bookish Christmas Ornaments 1pmCedar Rapids Museum of Art410 Third Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids319.366.7503www.crma.org

December 9, 2018Nerf Wars - 2:30pmKids First Gymnastics4900 Bowling St. SW, Cedar Rapids319.365.1454www.kids1stgym.com


Teen Pathfinder Club 5 - 7pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org

December 12, 2018Early Out Hangout (Teens) 1:30pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org


December 14, 2018Middle School Makers: Painted Record Clock 3pmHiawatha Public Library150 W. Willman St, Hiawathawww.hiawathapubliclibrary.org

Alpha-Bits 10:30amHiawatha Public Library150 W. Willman St, Hiawathawww.hiawathapubliclibrary.org


NOW - December 15, 2018The Lion, The Witch and the WardrobeOld Creamery Theatre39 38th AveAmana319.622.6262www.oldcreamery.com

NOW - December 9, 2018Elf the MusicalTheatre Cedar Rapids102 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids319.366.8591www.theatrecr.org


December 9, 2018 - December 17, 2018Santa, Snacks, and Stories at Brucemore 5:30 - 7:30pm2160 Linden Dr. SE, Cedar Rapids319.362.7375www.brucemore.org

Every Weekdays 10am – 2pmTot Time 10am – 2pmPlay Station200 Collins Rd NE, Cedar Rapids3196.373.1111www.theplaystation.com

Dollar Monday’s at Westdale Bowl 4 - 8pmWestdale Bowling Center2020 Scotty Dr. SW, Cedar Rapids319.396.2500www.westdalebowl.com

$5 Tuesdays – Galaxy 16 Cinema 10am5340 Council St. NE, Cedar Rapids319.377.4555www.collinsroadtheatres.com

Every Tuesday & Thursday (5th - 12th grade only)Teen Game Day 3 - 5pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org

Every Friday (Teens)Youth Advocating Kindness 3:30 - 4:30pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org

Anything Could Happen (Teen) 1:30pmCedar Rapids Public Library450 5th Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids319.261.7323www.crlibrary.org


Teen Pathfinder Club 5pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org

December 5, 2018High School Hangout 3:30 - 5pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org

Art Bites: Ceramics Center 10-year anniversary 12:15pmCedar Rapids Museum of Art410 Third Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids319.366.7503www.crma.org


Pajama Storytime: Holiday Edition 6pmCedar Rapids Museum of Art410 Third Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids319.366.7503www.crma.org

December 7, 2018Little Engineers 10:30amHiawatha Public Library150 W. Willman St, Hiawatha319.393.1414www.hiawathapubliclibrary.org

Friday Flicks: Frozen 3pmHiawatha Public Library150 W. Willman St, Hiawatha319.393.1414www.hiawathapubliclibrary.org

Christmas in the Park 4 - 7pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marionwww.marionpubliclibrary.org

Parents Night Out 5 - 8pmIndian Creek Nature Center5300 Otis Rd. SE, Cedar Rapids319.362.0664www.indiancreeknaturecenter


The 12 Days of Christmas 7pmCoralville Center for the Performing Arts1301 5th St., Coralvillewww.coralvillearts.org

Youth Advocating Kindness 3:30pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org

December 26, 2018School’s Out - Ozobot Playtime (Elementary) 10amCedar Rapids Public Library450 5th Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids319.261.7323www.crlibrary.org


School’s Out! Puffy Fluffy Paintings (Elementary) 10amCedar Rapids Public Library450 5th Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids319.261.7323www.crlibrary.org

December 28, 2018Doodlebugs: Animal Tracks 10:30amHiawatha Public Library150 W. Willman St, Hiawatha319.393.1414www.hiawathapubliclibrary.org

Anything could Happen 1:30pmCedar Rapids Public Library450 5th Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids319.261.7323www.crlibrary.org

For Weekly Story Times & Kids Events at the Library Visitwww.hiawathalibrary.comwww.marionpubliclibrary.orgwww.crlibrary.orgwww.ely.liab.ia.uswww.icpl.orgwww.coralvillepubliclibrary.org

Find these and more events at www.cityrevealed.com. More area kids events and fun family ideas found at cedarrapids.macaronikid.com and iowacity.macaronikid.com

Youth Advocating Kindness 3:30pmMarion Public Library1095 6th AveMarion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org

December 16, 2018Scholastic Chess Club 2pmCedar Rapids Public Library450 5th Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids319.261.7323www.crlibrary.org

December 17, 2018Clifford the Big Red Dog 6:30pmHiawatha Public Library150 W. Willman St, Hiawatha319.393.1414www.hiawathapubliclibrary.org

Cooking Club for Teens 3:30pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org

December 18, 2018Lego Club 4pmHiawatha Public Library150 W. Willman StHiawatha319.393.1414www.hiawathapubliclibrary.org

Doodlebugs: Polar Opposites 10:45amMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org


December 21, 2018Craft for Kids: Snowman Painting 3pmHiawatha Public Library150 W. Willman StHiawatha319.393.1414www.hiawathapubliclibrary.org

December 8, 2018The Very Hungry Caterpillar 50th Anniversary 10:30amHiawatha Public Library150 W. Willman St, Hiawatha319.393.1414www.hiawathapubliclibrary.org

Bookish Christmas Ornaments 1pmCedar Rapids Museum of Art410 Third Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids319.366.7503www.crma.org

December 9, 2018Nerf Wars - 2:30pmKids First Gymnastics4900 Bowling St. SW, Cedar Rapids319.365.1454www.kids1stgym.com


Teen Pathfinder Club 5 - 7pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org

December 12, 2018Early Out Hangout (Teens) 1:30pmMarion Public Library1095 6th Ave, Marion319.377.3412www.marionpubliclibrary.org


December 14, 2018Middle School Makers: Painted Record Clock 3pmHiawatha Public Library150 W. Willman St, Hiawathawww.hiawathapubliclibrary.org

Alpha-Bits 10:30amHiawatha Public Library150 W. Willman St, Hiawathawww.hiawathapubliclibrary.org


Iowa winter weather can make it difficult to stay active; but keeping up your exercise regimen can be extra rewarding. Exercise bolsters your immune system and increases your energy. Studies show that moderate exercisers get 20 to 30 percent fewer colds than those who do not exercise. Outdoor exercise is also a sure cure for cabin fever!

There are many options to stay active when it gets chilly out. Here are some for the “indoor route.”• Walk in a Mall. Grab a few friends and create a walking group for motivation. • Joinalocalhealthclub.This will allow you a variety of activities to choose from.• Createahomegym. This doesn’t have to be expensive. You can setup a great workout routine with just a set of dumbbells, an exercise ball and jump rope. • Usenearbystairs.Jog up and down the stairs for an intense workout.• Find an indoor pool. Swimming, water aerobics or just walking or running laps in the water can be a great workout, especially for those needing a low-impact routine. • This is a great time to start using those videos youhave. Pick a new workout video each week to keep your routine fresh and keep you motivated! • This isalsoagreat time to takeupyoga. If you are unsure about starting on your own, check with many of our great local yoga classes and find one that will work for you!

Then there’s the great outdoors!• Takeabriskwalkorjoginthecoolair.As long as you take proper clothing precautions and it’s more than 18 degrees outside, of course! • Shovelingsnowisagreattotalbodyworkout.• Slopeskiing,crosscountry skiingandsnowboardingare great exercises to try. Consult an instructor beforehand. • Buildasnowmanandmakesomeangels. This is fun for the whole family. • Our area has an abundance of snow hills and iceskatingrinks.Bring our your inner child and grab a sled or pair of skates!

Beforeyoubegin:• Check with your doctor. Almost everyone can exercise safely in the cold, including people with heart and asthma conditions, but you should always consult with your physician before starting a workout routine. • Protect your extremities. Try wearing a thin pair of gloves, under a pair of heavier gloves. Buy exercise shoes a half-size larger to allow room for socks. Don’t forget the hat, headband and/or facemask; 30 to 40 percent of

your body heat is lost through your head.• Layeriton! Exercise generates a considerable amount of heat that can make you feel like it is 30 degrees warmer than it really is. Dress in layers that you can remove when you start to sweat and can put back on as needed. • Knowthewindchill factor. Wind can penetrate your clothes and remove the insulating layer of warm air that surrounds your body.

Remember, everything you do counts. Every activity counts in your quest to stay fit and flexible in body and mind. Whether you’re getting your exercise in the toasty warmth of your own home, or braving the elements for activities you can only do when the temperatures drop, it’s best to get your blood pumping every day. With a positive attitude and a little creativity, you can make the winter months an enjoyable season for making new friends and trying new activities.

Outdoor skating rinks:•Arthur School Rink - closes at 10pm2630 B Ave NE, Cedar Rapids•Bever Park Rink - closes at 10pm2700 Bever Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids

Sledding:•Noelridge Park4900 Council St. NE, Cedar Rapids•Cherry Hill Park341 Stoney Point Rd. NW, Cedar Rapids•Ellis Park916 Ellis Blvd. NW, Cedar Rapids•Bever Park & Old McDonalds Farm2700 Bever Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids•Prairie Park Fishery2125 Otis Rd. SE, Cedar Rapids•Jones Park201 Wilson Ave SW, Cedar Rapids•Thomas Park335 Marion Blvd, Marion•Taube Park2200 31st St., Marion•Pinicon Ridge Park4729 Horseshoe Falls Rd, Central City319.438.6616•Pleasant Creek State Recreation Area4530 McClintock Rd., Palo319.436.7716•Napoleon Park2501 S. Gilbert St., Iowa City


Oyama SushiMon – Thurs 11am-2:30 pm, 4:30pm-10pmFri 11am-2:30pm, 4:30pm-10:30pmSat 11am-10:30pm, Sun 12pm-9pm5350 Council St NECedar Rapids, IA319.832.1800 www.oyamasushi.com

Freshwraps2835 Mt Vernon Rd SECedar Rapids, IA 52403319.364.3123eatfreshwraps.com

Ramsey’s Wine BistroWine & Beer Bar & Deli1120 7th Ave, Marion 319.447.1700 www.ramseysmetromarket.com Parlor City Pub & Eatery Open Daily: 11am-2am. Breakfast: Sat & Sun 8am-11am1125 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids319.247.0000 www.parlorcitypub.com

Lincoln Winebar & Wood Fired PizzaLive Music Thurs-Sat125 1st St WMt Vernon319.895.9463 www.foodisimportant.com

Tyler & Downing’s EateryChoice Steaks & SeafoodOpen: Tues – Fri 11am-9pm, Sat 3:30pm – 10pmLounge: Tues – Sat 3:30pm - Close122 E Main St., Anamosa319.462.5533www.tyleranddowningseatery.com

Biaggi’s Ristorante ItalianoFresh. Relaxed. Delicious319.393-6593320 Collins Rd NECedar Rapids, IA 52402biaggis.comopen Sun. - Thurs 11am–9pmFri. - Sat 11am–10pm

Cancun Mexican Grill & BarAuthentic Mexican Experience 365 33rd Ave SW Cedar Rapids319.365.0778www.cancunmexicangrillbar.com

Ox Yoke Inn Food Served Family Style Since 19404420 220th Trail, Amana, IA800.233.3441

Emil’s HideawayHappy Hour Mon-Fri 3-6 pm222 Glenbrook Dr SE, CR(Behind 1st Ave Taco John’s)319.743.3123www.emilshideaway.com

Napoli’s Italian Ristorante500 Marion Blvd, Marion319.377.2100 www.napolismarion.com

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop4640 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids319.393.2900www.capriottis.com

The Wright Touch Cupcakery - Bake Shoppe7085 C Ave NE, CR 319.431.5388 www.thewrighttouch.ws

Casa Las GloriasAuthentic Mexican Food & World Class Margaritas2245 Blair Ferry Rd NECedar Rapids319.294.2101www.casalasglorias.com

General Store Pub12612 Stone City Rd, Anamosa319.462.4399www.generalstorepub.com

P.H.A.T. Daddy’s Restaurant & Catering728 47th Ave, Amana, IA 52203Hours: Open today · 11AM–6PM 319.622.3001phat-daddys.com

Serena’s Coffee Shop728 47th Ave, Amana, IA 52203319.622.3320

Lu’s DeliLocal • Homemade • Fresh1010 3rd StreetCedar Rapids, Iowa319.200.2221

Kickstand Bar203 16th Ave SECedar Rapids, IA [email protected]

Brewhemia Coffee • Espresso • Beer • WineSpirits • Food1202 3rd. St. SECedar Rapids, IA 52401Phone: 319.364.0802


NOW - December 4, 2018Joe Michaud Exhibit-College andMixed Media Assemblages Artisan’s Sanctuary1070 7th Ave, Marion319.573.2537www.artisan’ssanctuary.org

NOW - December 9, 2018Elf the MusicalTheatre Cedar Rapids102 3rd St. SECedar Rapids319.366.8591www.theatrecr.org

NOW - December 16, 2018Away in the Basement - A ChurchBasement Ladies ChristmasThe Old Creamery Theatre39 38th AveAmana319.622.6262www.oldcreamery.com

NOW - December 16, 2018Santa Claus Conquers the MartiansThe Giving Tree Theater752 10th St, Marion319.213.7956www.givingtreetheater.com


NOW - December 29, 2018Holiday Mansion Tours (Wed - Sat) 10am - 3pmBrucemore Mansion2160 Linden Dr. SECedar Rapids319.362.7375www.brucemore.org

NOW - December 30, 2018Music in the Mansion Holidays Tours (Wed - Sat) 10am - 3pmBrucemore Mansion2160 Linden Dr. SECedar Rapids319.362.7375www.brucemore.org

NOW - March 24, 2019National Treasure: The Art of JoZa UprkaNational Czech & Slovak Museum1400 Inspiration Pl. SW, Cedar Rapids319.362.8500www.ncsml.org

December 4, 2018 - December 9, 2018Les MisérablesHancher Auditorium Hadley Stage141 East Park Rd, Iowa City1.822.582.9297www.hancher.uiowa.edu

December 28, 2018 - January 13, 2019Our TownThe Giving Tree Theater752 10th StMarion319.213.7956www.givingtreetheater.com

December 4, 11, 18 & 25, 2018Blues Jam 7 - 10pmParlor City Pub & Eatery1125 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids319.247.0000www.parlorcitypub.com

December 6, 13, 20 & 27, 2018Daddy - O 7 - 10pmParlor City Pub & Eatery1125 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids319.247.0000www.parlorcitypub.com

December 1, 2018Jim McDonough’s “Holiday Grande 2018” 7pmEllen Kennedy Fine Arts Center209 Sadie St., Anamosa319.462.6181www.pianoFavorites.com

The Nutcracker Paramount Theatre123 3rd Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids319.366.8203www.paramounttheatrecr.com

Winter Market 2018 10amRadisson Hotel and Conference Center1220 1st Ave, Coralville319.351.5049www.radisson.com

Prelude to Christmas - Vendor Show 1 - 4pmAckerman Winery4406 220th Trail, Amana319.622.3379www.ackermanwinery.com

Vintage 7pmRamsey’s Metro Market1120 7th Ave, Marion319.447.1700www.ramseysmetromarket.com

Concert and Jazz Band Concert 4pmSinclair Auditorium1220 1st Ave. NE, Cedar Rapids319.399.8500www.coe.edu

Concert Choir 7:30pmSinclair Auditorium1220 1st Ave. NE, Cedar Rapids319.399.8500www.coe.edu

Nature’s Noel Indian Creek Nature Center5300 Otis Rd. SE, Cedar Rapids319.362.0664www.indiancreeknaturecenter.org

“Christmas Memories, A Concert” 7pmCedar Rapids Public Library, Whipple Auditorium450 5th Ave. SECedar Rapidswww.rhcrtheatre.wixsite.com

Michael Moncada & Whiskey High 9pmScooter’s Bar and Grill10537 Shaw RdAnamosa319.462.3663www.scootersbargrill.com


December 1, 2018 - December 2, 2018The NutcrackerThe Englert Theatre221 East Washington St, Iowa City319.688.2653www.englert.org

Villages Christmas Haus Tour 10am - 4pm6220 46th Ave., Amana319.622.7624www.amanaartguild.com

9th Annual Old World Christmas Market 10amNational Czech & Slovak Museum1400 Inspiration Pl. SWCedar Rapids319.362.8500 www.ncsml.org

December 2, 2018Jim McDonough’s “Holiday Grande 2018” 2:30pmMonticello High School Auditorium 850 E Oak St., Monticello319.465.7095www.pianoFavorites.com

Home for the Holidays 1 - 4pmUshers Ferry5925 Seminole Valley Trail NE Cedar Rapids319.286.5763

December 4, 2018Coe Chorale & Handbells 11am and 7:30pmSinclair Auditorium1220 1st Ave. NE, Cedar Rapids319.399.8500www.coe.edu

December 5, 2018A Magical Cirque Christmas 8pmParamount Theatre123 3rd Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids319.366.8203www.paramounttheatrecr.com

Art Bites: Ceramics Center 10 year Anniversary 12:15pmCedar Rapids Museum of Art410 3rd Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids319.366.7503www.crma.org

December 6, 2018Tammy Kluth 6pmRamsey’s Metro Market1120 7th Ave, Marion319.447.1700www.ramseysmetromarket.com

December 7, 2018Christmas in the Park & Peppermint Walk 4 - 8pmMarion Square Park7th Ave & 10th St.

Aphil Vassar Christmas 8pmThe Englert Theatre221 East Washington StIowa City319.688.2653www.englert.org

Symphony on the Rocks 8pmParamount Theatre123 3rd Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids319.366.8203www.paramounttheatrecr.com

Cedar Rapids Roughriders vs.Green Bay Gamblers 7:05pmCedar Rapids Ice Arena1100 Rockford Rd. SWCedar [email protected]

Relaxed Fit Band 7pmRamsey’s Metro Market1120 7th Ave, Marion319.447.1700www.ramseysmetromarket.com

DIY Wordblock Gifts at the Market 6pmNewBo City Market1100 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapidswww.newbocitymarket.com

Fall Fridays: Trivia Night 6pmNewBo City Market1100 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapidswww.newbocitymarket.com

Annual Holiday Dance 8 - 10:30pmOld Brick 26E. Market, Iowa City

Brad & The Big Wave 9pmBig Grove Brewery & Taproom1225 S. Gilbert St., Iowa City319.365.2687www.biggrovebrewery.com

December 8, 2018Stephen Kellogg 8pmLegion Arts1103 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids319.364.1580www.legionarts.org

Tenth Avenue North 7pmParamount Theatre123 3rd Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids319.366.8203www.paramounttheatrecr.com

Gail, Paul & Peter 7pmRamsey’s Metro Market1120 7th Ave, Marion319.447.1700www.ramseysmetromarket.com

December 9, 2018Jim McDonough’s “Holiday Grande 2018” 2:30pmParamount Theatre123 3rd Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids319.366.8203www.pianoFavorites.com


December 1, 2018 - December 2, 2018The NutcrackerThe Englert Theatre221 East Washington St, Iowa City319.688.2653www.englert.org

Villages Christmas Haus Tour 10am - 4pm6220 46th Ave., Amana319.622.7624www.amanaartguild.com

9th Annual Old World Christmas Market 10amNational Czech & Slovak Museum1400 Inspiration Pl. SWCedar Rapids319.362.8500 www.ncsml.org

December 2, 2018Jim McDonough’s “Holiday Grande 2018” 2:30pmMonticello High School Auditorium 850 E Oak St., Monticello319.465.7095www.pianoFavorites.com

Home for the Holidays 1 - 4pmUshers Ferry5925 Seminole Valley Trail NE Cedar Rapids319.286.5763

December 4, 2018Coe Chorale & Handbells 11am and 7:30pmSinclair Auditorium1220 1st Ave. NE, Cedar Rapids319.399.8500www.coe.edu

December 5, 2018A Magical Cirque Christmas 8pmParamount Theatre123 3rd Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids319.366.8203www.paramounttheatrecr.com

Art Bites: Ceramics Center 10 year Anniversary 12:15pmCedar Rapids Museum of Art410 3rd Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids319.366.7503www.crma.org

December 6, 2018Tammy Kluth 6pmRamsey’s Metro Market1120 7th Ave, Marion319.447.1700www.ramseysmetromarket.com

December 7, 2018Christmas in the Park & Peppermint Walk 4 - 8pmMarion Square Park7th Ave & 10th St.

Aphil Vassar Christmas 8pmThe Englert Theatre221 East Washington StIowa City319.688.2653www.englert.org

Symphony on the Rocks 8pmParamount Theatre123 3rd Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids319.366.8203www.paramounttheatrecr.com

Cedar Rapids Roughriders vs.Green Bay Gamblers 7:05pmCedar Rapids Ice Arena1100 Rockford Rd. SWCedar [email protected]

Relaxed Fit Band 7pmRamsey’s Metro Market1120 7th Ave, Marion319.447.1700www.ramseysmetromarket.com

DIY Wordblock Gifts at the Market 6pmNewBo City Market1100 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapidswww.newbocitymarket.com

Fall Fridays: Trivia Night 6pmNewBo City Market1100 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapidswww.newbocitymarket.com

Annual Holiday Dance 8 - 10:30pmOld Brick 26E. Market, Iowa City

Brad & The Big Wave 9pmBig Grove Brewery & Taproom1225 S. Gilbert St., Iowa City319.365.2687www.biggrovebrewery.com

December 8, 2018Stephen Kellogg 8pmLegion Arts1103 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids319.364.1580www.legionarts.org

Tenth Avenue North 7pmParamount Theatre123 3rd Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids319.366.8203www.paramounttheatrecr.com

Gail, Paul & Peter 7pmRamsey’s Metro Market1120 7th Ave, Marion319.447.1700www.ramseysmetromarket.com

December 9, 2018Jim McDonough’s “Holiday Grande 2018” 2:30pmParamount Theatre123 3rd Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids319.366.8203www.pianoFavorites.com

December 10, 2018Richard Thompson Electric Trio 8pmThe Englert Theatre221 East Washington St, Iowa City319.688.2653www.englert.org

December 12, 2018Kris Delmhorst w/Sam Moss 7pmLegion Arts1103 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids319.364.1580www.legionarts.org

December 13, 2018James Kennedy and Friends 6pmRamsey’s Metro Market1120 7th Ave, Marionwww.ramseysmetromarket.com

December 14, 2018Patchy Fog 7pmRamsey’s Metro Market1120 7th Ave, Marionwww.ramseysmetromarket.com

Fall Fridays: Bingo 6pmNewBo City Market1100 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapidswww.newbocitymarket.com

December 15, 2018Vintage 8pmParlor City Pub & Eatery1125 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids319.247.0000www.parlorcitypub.com

Winterland: Legends of ‘77 8pmThe Englert Theatre221 East Washington St, Iowa City319.688.2653www.englert.org

Holiday Spectacular Paramount Theatre123 3rd Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids319.366.8203www.paramounttheatrecr.com

Cedar Rapids Roughriders vs.Central Illinois Flying Aces 7:05pmCedar Rapids Ice Arena1100 Rockford Rd. SWCedar [email protected]

Bill Wenstrom 7pmRamsey’s Metro Market1120 7th Ave, Marion319.447.1700www.ramseysmetromarket.com

December 15 & 16, 2018Monster Jam US Cellular Center301 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapidswww.uscellulacenter.com

December 16, 2018Allelujah! 2pmThe Englert Theatre221 East Washington StIowa City319.688.2653www.englert.org

December 20, 2018An Unforgettable Nat King Cole Christmas 8pmParamount Theatre123 3rd Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids319.366.8203www.paramounttheatrecr.com

Flip Side 6pmRamsey’s Metro Market1120 7th Ave, Marion319.447.1700www.ramseysmetromarket.com

December 21, 2018Euforquestra’s Home for the Holidays 8pmThe Englert Theatre221 East Washington StIowa City319.688.2653www.englert.org

Home Free Vocal Band 8pmParamount Theatre123 3rd Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids319.366.8203www.paramounttheatrecr.com

Mannheim Steamroller 7:30pmUS Cellular Center301 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids319.398.5211www.uscellulacenter.com

Highway 151 Band 7pmRamsey’s Metro Market1120 7th Ave, Marion319.447.1700www.ramseysmetromarket.com

December 22, 2018Anthony & Cleopatra 2pmThe Englert Theatre221 East Washington StIowa City319.688.2653www.englert.org

Christmas Wonderland 8pmParamount Theatre123 3rd Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids319.366.8203www.paramounttheatrecr.com

Dreams of Acadia 7pmRamsey’s Metro Market1120 7th Ave, Marion319.447.1700www.ramseysmetromarket.com

December 27, 2018Cedar Junction 6pmRamsey’s Metro Market1120 7th Ave, Marion319.447.1700www.ramseysmetromarket.com

December 28, 2018Cedar Rapids Roughriders vsYoungstown Phantoms 7:05pmCedar Rapids Ice Arena1100 Rockford Rd. SWCedar [email protected]

December 29, 2018Cedar Rapids Roughriders vs.Des Moines Buccaneers 7:05pmCedar Rapids Ice Arena1100 Rockford Rd. SW, Cedar [email protected]

Jjay and Ashley 7pmRamsey’s Metro Market1120 7th Ave, Marion319.447.1700www.ramseysmetromarket.com

December 30, 2018Finding Neverland 5pmParamount Theatre123 3rd Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids319.366.8203www.paramounttheatrecr.com

December 31, 2018Kristin Chenoweth 9:30pmHancher Auditorium - Hadley Stage141 East Park Rd, Iowa City1.822.582.9297www.hancher.uiowa.edu


A-Tech Beam Team 8

Ara Gallery & Interiors 4

Bark Busters 12

Biaggis IBC

Cantebury Kitchens 4

Cathy Hill, Skogman Realty 6

Farmers State Bank 1

Fashion Par Kitchens 6

Ferguson – Bath, Kitchen,

Lighting Gallery IFC

Glass Concepts 4

Holiday Grande 32

Illuminations 20

Old Creamery Theatre 29

Oyama Sushi IBC

Parlor City IBC

Randy’s Carpets 6

RCI Imaging 14

Skogman Realty BC

The Views Senior Living of Marion 8

The Views Senior Living

& Memory Care 12

The Wright Touch Catering

& Bake Shoppe 20

Travel & Transport 20

Williams Hardwood Floor 8

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