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Memories of Evil: A World War II Childhood

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library 1400 Inspiration Pl SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

The author recounts his peaceful childhood in Czechoslovakia, how his life was radically changed by the Holocaust, and his experience surviving six German concentration camps.

Free

Memories of Evil: A World War II Childhood

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library 1400 Inspiration Pl SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

The author recounts his peaceful childhood in Czechoslovakia, how his life was radically changed by the Holocaust, and his experience surviving six German concentration camps.

Free

African Art!

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library 1400 Inspiration Pl SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

Come learn about art from Africa! University of Iowa Museum of Art instructors will lead an interactive presentation of original works of art from this part of the globe. See, touch, and talk about beautiful pieces of art from Africa.

Free

African Art!

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library 1400 Inspiration Pl SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

Come learn about art from Africa! University of Iowa Museum of Art instructors will lead an interactive presentation of original works of art from this part of the globe. See, touch, and talk about beautiful pieces of art from Africa.

Free

(Cancelled) Grub & Suds Culture Walk: Czech Village

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library 1400 Inspiration Pl SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

Learn about the unique history behind this fascinating neighborhood. Jan will highlight special stories associated with landmarks in the Village. Afterward, stop at a favorite neighborhood hangout for tasty appetizers and discussion!

$9 – $10

(Cancelled) Grub & Suds Culture Walk: Czech Village

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library 1400 Inspiration Pl SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

Learn about the unique history behind this fascinating neighborhood. Jan will highlight special stories associated with landmarks in the Village. Afterward, stop at a favorite neighborhood hangout for tasty appetizers and discussion!

$9 – $10

Brew & View: Kooky

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library 1400 Inspiration Pl SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

Grab a beer (or a soda) and enjoy this quirky film by Czech director Jan Svěrák about a very determined stuffed bear.

$8

Brew & View: Kooky

National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library 1400 Inspiration Pl SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, United States

Grab a beer (or a soda) and enjoy this quirky film by Czech director Jan Svěrák about a very determined stuffed bear.

$8

(“Sold Out”) History on Tap: Iowa City Beer Riots

Big Grove Brewery 101 W Main St, Solon, IA, United States

Local historian Marlin Ingalls, from the Office of the State Archaeologist at the University of Iowa, will tell you all you need to know about the Iowa City Beer Riots of 1884, featuring mobs, tarring, illegal operations and more.