The FIRST Tech Challenge Iowa Championship is the culminating event for teams in the State of Iowa. We will have 72 teams from all corners of Iowa competing with team-built robots. This event is free and open to the public to watch.
Need a break at the end of the week? Swing by the Stanley on Friday afternoons and work on a low-mess craft in a focused and relaxed environment. Start a new project or bring in one you are working on, whatever it is sketching, knitting, embroidery, origami, or more! The event is free and open […]
KOREA: Winter Chef Series — Around the World, Stop #3 Travel to Korea for a five-course dining experience that celebrates balance, bold flavor, and the harmony of fermentation, heat, and seasonal ingredients. From refreshing and bright to deeply savory and comforting, this menu showcases iconic Korean dishes reimagined with refined presentation and a local farm-to-table […]
Join us on the last Friday of each month for free museum admission and a special STEM activity, sponsored by Collins Aerospace!
Participants will learn to stamp and dap copper disks into earrings of their design. Some may choose to keep their copper bright or oxidize it for a different look. Beads will be added to the center and/or the bottom. This is an active, fun, and loud class. No experience necessary. Instructor: Charlie Jakowchuk. Registration is […]
LIVE MUSIC AT TAVERN BLUE Looking for an easy night out? We’ve got you covered with live acoustic music, great food, and cold drinks Half Wild brings a powerful yet laid-back sound built on strong vocals, rich harmonies, and groove-driven guitar work. Featuring Nicole & Jarad Reddoor, Heather Warren-Aswegan, and Dakota McWhortor, their set pulls […]
by Eboni Booth February 27 – March 15, 2026 at Riverside Theatre Synopsis: Awarded the 2024 Pulitzer Prize for Drama, this play tells the heartwarming story of Kenneth, a 30-something man working in a small town at a small bookstore, who spends his evenings drinking mai-tais at a Tiki bar – and chatting with his imaginary friend. […]
Come enjoy a morning of contemplative practices centered around the Mandala. Learn about the spiritual heritage of the Mandala Create your own Mandala in a stress-free environment Explore Visio Divina using the Mandala as a prayer aid Engage in mindful movement Enjoy silence and community When: Saturday, February 28, 9 a.m. – Noon Where: Faith […]
It’s our FIFTIETH ANNIVERSARY!!! And we can’t celebrate without YOU!! Please register your team, raise some cash and come bowl with us at one of the following dates and locations: 2026 marks 50 years of making A BIG Impact in Johnson County. Join us for a birthday celebration as we celebrate this milestone during our […]
This project uses peyote and herringbone stitches to create square earring that look like a classic quilt square. Learn to follow a beading pattern. The earring are finished with a wire guard. You can invert the colors on the second square for a mismatched yet perfectly balanced look. Instructor: Emma Folsom. Prerequisite: Basic peyote stitch […]
The Downtown Cookie Crawl provides shoppers with a fun excuse to break out from hibernation and shop during the winter season. Your cookie tin will act as your ticket and will come with a map of participating businesses. Stop in each store to shop and collect your treats! A $20 ticket includes: – A commemorative […]
Goats, Bock Beer, Party Polka Oh My! It’s the NOT TO BE MISSED 2026 Winter Party – BOCKFEST VIER at Millstream Brewing Co.! This FREE Epic Winter Celebration features 2 Bands, Food Trucks, Prizes and did we mention GOATS? Dash those winter blues poking a bock beer, get your picture with the Millstream Bock Goats, […]