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SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-31/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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SUMMARY:Music in the Courtyard
DESCRIPTION:The August 19 performance has been canceled due to weather. Ticket holders will be contacted and invited to use their tickets during an an added weather make-up performance on Sunday\, August 21 at 7:30 p.m.  \nRooted in a 20 year tradition\, Brucemore’s Music in the Courtyard series returns with two special shows designed by Brucemore’s Artisan in Residence\, Gerard Estella. You’re invited to join us for these special features within the Artisan Studio series that provide talent professional opportunities to expand their careers and audiences a unique evening to relax outdoors amongst good company and enjoy listening to music under the stars. \nPerformance Dates: \n\nLOOKING IN: July 29* and 30 at 7:30 p.m.\nVOICES: August 5 and 6 at 7:30 p.m.\nLOOKING IN: August 11\, 12*\, and 13 at 7:30 p.m.\nVOICES: August 18*\, 19*\, 20*\, and 21 (weather make-up for August 19) at 7:30 p.m.\n(*Sold out)\n\nAdmission: \n\nSeating will be on a first come basis around 30″ cocktail tables\n$30 per individual seat | $25 per individual seat as a Brucemore member\n$100 per personal table for up to 4 people | $80 per personal table for up to 4 people as a Brucemore member\n$130 per personal table for up to 5 people  | $105 per personal table for up to 5 people as a Brucemore member\nTables cannot seat more than 5 people\, but arrive together and find multiple tables together for groups of 6+\nTo receive your discount as a Brucemore member\,  please “sign-in” using the link in the upper right corner or call (319) 362-7375 for assistance.\n\nAbout LOOKING IN \nFeaturing Jordan Arnold\, Jackson Bartelme\, Kelsey Madsen with band Gerard Estella\, Lincoln Ginsberg\, and Greg Kanz.  \nLOOKING IN offers a musical glimpse at what drives us\, what makes us human\, and what makes us laugh\, cry\, smile\, pout\, and everything in between. This curated musical experience uses pieces crafted for stage\, radio\, tv\, and film to form an eclectic collection of songs that weave the human story and connect us with one another. \nAbout VOICES \nFeaturing Trevell Fisher\, Valda SongBird Horton\, and Kelan Young with band Jim Coates\, Gerard Estella\, Dave Nanke\, and Shawndell Young \nVOICES focuses on the beauty of the human voice and how music unifies regardless of culture or background. This curated ensemble will travel the gamut from classical to rock\, from blues to country\, and from the fields to the streets. \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. View our COVID policy here.\nSite Opening: The site will open at 7:00 p.m. for parking and seating. The performance will begin at 7:30 p.m.\nParking: The only gate that will open to vehicles for on-site parking is at 2160 Linden Drive SE. Please arrive by 7:25 p.m. as the gate will close promptly. Signage will direct you to open spaces near the Visitor Center. (Parking is not available on Dows Lane\, the dead end road adjacent to Brucemore.)\nSeating: Seating is a on first come basis at 30″ cocktail tables.\n\nIndividual chairs will be seated at tables with other people who purchase individual seats.\nTables for up to 4 or 5 people will have their own table.\nTables are not available for 6 or more people\, however\, groups with 6 or more may try to find tables near one another.\n\n\nFood and Beverages: You are welcome to bring your own light snacks and beverages (beer and wine allowed) to enjoy in the performance venue beginning as early as 7:00 p.m. or throughout the show. Concessions will not be available for sale at this event.\nPets: Pets are not allowed\, with the exception of service animals.\nWeather: The event occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. If the event needs to be delayed or rescheduled due to weather\, a decision will be made by 5:00 p.m. and posted on Brucemore’s website and social media. Ticket holders will be notified by phone. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another date if tickets are available.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S SUMMER SEASON SPONSORS:   \n$20\,000+ (Presenting)\nCedar Grove Signature Fund of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\nGreater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Program Grant \n$7\,500 (Leader)\nCedar Rapids Bank & Trust\nCollins Aerospace \n$5\,000 (Advocate)\nBankers Trust\nUFG Insurance\nUS Bank \n$2\,500 (Supporter)\nGreenState Credit Union\nImOn Communications\nSimmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/music-in-the-courtyard/2022-07-30/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-30/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-30/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-30/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20210423T230816Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220819T231652Z
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SUMMARY:Music in the Courtyard
DESCRIPTION:The August 19 performance has been canceled due to weather. Ticket holders will be contacted and invited to use their tickets during an an added weather make-up performance on Sunday\, August 21 at 7:30 p.m.  \nRooted in a 20 year tradition\, Brucemore’s Music in the Courtyard series returns with two special shows designed by Brucemore’s Artisan in Residence\, Gerard Estella. You’re invited to join us for these special features within the Artisan Studio series that provide talent professional opportunities to expand their careers and audiences a unique evening to relax outdoors amongst good company and enjoy listening to music under the stars. \nPerformance Dates: \n\nLOOKING IN: July 29* and 30 at 7:30 p.m.\nVOICES: August 5 and 6 at 7:30 p.m.\nLOOKING IN: August 11\, 12*\, and 13 at 7:30 p.m.\nVOICES: August 18*\, 19*\, 20*\, and 21 (weather make-up for August 19) at 7:30 p.m.\n(*Sold out)\n\nAdmission: \n\nSeating will be on a first come basis around 30″ cocktail tables\n$30 per individual seat | $25 per individual seat as a Brucemore member\n$100 per personal table for up to 4 people | $80 per personal table for up to 4 people as a Brucemore member\n$130 per personal table for up to 5 people  | $105 per personal table for up to 5 people as a Brucemore member\nTables cannot seat more than 5 people\, but arrive together and find multiple tables together for groups of 6+\nTo receive your discount as a Brucemore member\,  please “sign-in” using the link in the upper right corner or call (319) 362-7375 for assistance.\n\nAbout LOOKING IN \nFeaturing Jordan Arnold\, Jackson Bartelme\, Kelsey Madsen with band Gerard Estella\, Lincoln Ginsberg\, and Greg Kanz.  \nLOOKING IN offers a musical glimpse at what drives us\, what makes us human\, and what makes us laugh\, cry\, smile\, pout\, and everything in between. This curated musical experience uses pieces crafted for stage\, radio\, tv\, and film to form an eclectic collection of songs that weave the human story and connect us with one another. \nAbout VOICES \nFeaturing Trevell Fisher\, Valda SongBird Horton\, and Kelan Young with band Jim Coates\, Gerard Estella\, Dave Nanke\, and Shawndell Young \nVOICES focuses on the beauty of the human voice and how music unifies regardless of culture or background. This curated ensemble will travel the gamut from classical to rock\, from blues to country\, and from the fields to the streets. \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. View our COVID policy here.\nSite Opening: The site will open at 7:00 p.m. for parking and seating. The performance will begin at 7:30 p.m.\nParking: The only gate that will open to vehicles for on-site parking is at 2160 Linden Drive SE. Please arrive by 7:25 p.m. as the gate will close promptly. Signage will direct you to open spaces near the Visitor Center. (Parking is not available on Dows Lane\, the dead end road adjacent to Brucemore.)\nSeating: Seating is a on first come basis at 30″ cocktail tables.\n\nIndividual chairs will be seated at tables with other people who purchase individual seats.\nTables for up to 4 or 5 people will have their own table.\nTables are not available for 6 or more people\, however\, groups with 6 or more may try to find tables near one another.\n\n\nFood and Beverages: You are welcome to bring your own light snacks and beverages (beer and wine allowed) to enjoy in the performance venue beginning as early as 7:00 p.m. or throughout the show. Concessions will not be available for sale at this event.\nPets: Pets are not allowed\, with the exception of service animals.\nWeather: The event occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. If the event needs to be delayed or rescheduled due to weather\, a decision will be made by 5:00 p.m. and posted on Brucemore’s website and social media. Ticket holders will be notified by phone. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another date if tickets are available.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S SUMMER SEASON SPONSORS:   \n$20\,000+ (Presenting)\nCedar Grove Signature Fund of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation\nGreater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Program Grant \n$7\,500 (Leader)\nCedar Rapids Bank & Trust\nCollins Aerospace \n$5\,000 (Advocate)\nBankers Trust\nUFG Insurance\nUS Bank \n$2\,500 (Supporter)\nGreenState Credit Union\nImOn Communications\nSimmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/music-in-the-courtyard/2022-07-29/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-29/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T200146Z
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SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-29/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220728T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220728T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20230317T140542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T140542Z
UID:10001558-1659015000-1659018600@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-28/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220728T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220728T111500
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20220504T173350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T200146Z
UID:10001417-1659004200-1659006900@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-28/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220724T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220724T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20210712T223653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220724T181135Z
UID:10001284-1658687400-1658692800@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Elephant and Piggie's "We are in a Play"
DESCRIPTION:ALL TICKETS PURCHASED FOR YESTERDAY’S CANCELLED SHOW WILL BE ACCEPTED AT TONIGHT’S PERFORMANCE.  \n\nTCR and Brucemore Present Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!”\nLive and Outdoors at Brucemore’s Peggy Boyle Whitworth Amphitheater. \nBook and lyrics by Mo Willems\, music by Deborah Wicks La Puma. Based on the Elephant & Piggie books by Mo Willems.  \nBased on Mo Willems’ beloved children’s books\, Elephant and Piggie’s onstage outdoor adventure will leave young audiences doing the “Flippy Floppy Floory” dance all night long! \nAn elephant named Gerald and a pig named Piggie are best\, best\, “bestus” friends\, but Gerald worries that something could go wrong that would end their friendship. Piggie is not worried at all! She’s even happier and more excited than usual because she and Gerald are invited to a party hosted by the Squirrelles\, three singing squirrels who love to have a good time. And so begins a lively day when anything is possible. \nPerformances:  \n\nFriday – Sunday\, July 8 – 10 at 6:30 p.m.\nThursdays – Sundays\, July 14 – 17 and 21 – 24 at 6:30 p.m.\n\nAdmission:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets are available for sale on TCR’s website.\nTickets are $10 (youth 2 and under)\, $15 (youth 3-12)\, and $25 for adults\nTCR subscribers receive a 25% discount. Discount codes are sent via email and may be used online. Subscribers may also email the TCR box office to redeem this benefit.\nBrucemore donors receive a discount. Contact Brucemore via email or by phone at (319) 362-7375 to receive a special code to purchase tickets on TCR’s website.\n\n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\n\nSafety: Your safety and comfort are important to us. TCR and Brucemore will continue to follow CDC and Linn County Public Health guidelines. View our COVID policy here.\n\nMasks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so.\nPlease be cautious and stay home if symptoms are present\, if you are not feeling well\, or if you have been exposed to a positive case of COVID-19. View the list of symptoms from the CDC.\n\n\nSite Opening: The site will open at 5:45 p.m. for parking and seating. The performance will begin at 6:30 p.m.\nParking: The only gate that will open to vehicles for on-site parking is at 2160 Linden Drive SE. Signage will direct you to open spaces near the Visitor Center. We ask that you arrive by 6:25 p.m. as the gate will close promptly at 6:30 p.m. (Parking is not available on Dows Lane\, the dead end road adjacent to Brucemore.)\nSeating: Lawn space is on a first-come basis. Patrons are responsible for bringing their own chairs or blankets.\nShow Run Time: Approximately 60 minutes. There will not be an intermission.\nFood and Beverages: You are welcome to bring your own light snacks and beverages to enjoy in the performance venue. Concessions\, bug spray\, blankets\, and other items to make your outdoor experience more enjoyable will be available for sale.\nPets: Pets are not allowed\, with the exception of service animals.\nWeather: The event occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. If the event needs to be delayed or rescheduled due to weather\, a decision will be made by 4:15 p.m. and ticket holders will be notified. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another date as availability allows.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 SUMMER SEASON SPONSORS WHO MAKE IT POSSIBLE FOR US TO SHARE THE ESTATE WITH OUR CULTURAL PARTNERS:   \n$20\,000+ (Presenting)\nCedar Grove Signature Fund of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation \n$7\,500 (Leader)\nCedar Rapids Bank & Trust\nCollins Aerospace \n$5\,000 (Advocate)\nBankers Trust\nUFG Insurance\nUS Bank \n$2\,500 (Supporter)\nGreenState Credit Union\nImOn Communications\nSimmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/elephant-and-piggie/2022-07-24/
LOCATION:Peggy Boyle Whitworth Amphitheater at Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220724T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220724T151500
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20230317T140541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T140541Z
UID:10001473-1658673000-1658675700@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-24/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220724T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220724T131500
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20230317T140542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T140542Z
UID:10001515-1658665800-1658668500@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-24/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220723T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220723T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20210712T223653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220724T181135Z
UID:10001283-1658601000-1658606400@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Elephant and Piggie's "We are in a Play"
DESCRIPTION:ALL TICKETS PURCHASED FOR YESTERDAY’S CANCELLED SHOW WILL BE ACCEPTED AT TONIGHT’S PERFORMANCE.  \n\nTCR and Brucemore Present Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!”\nLive and Outdoors at Brucemore’s Peggy Boyle Whitworth Amphitheater. \nBook and lyrics by Mo Willems\, music by Deborah Wicks La Puma. Based on the Elephant & Piggie books by Mo Willems.  \nBased on Mo Willems’ beloved children’s books\, Elephant and Piggie’s onstage outdoor adventure will leave young audiences doing the “Flippy Floppy Floory” dance all night long! \nAn elephant named Gerald and a pig named Piggie are best\, best\, “bestus” friends\, but Gerald worries that something could go wrong that would end their friendship. Piggie is not worried at all! She’s even happier and more excited than usual because she and Gerald are invited to a party hosted by the Squirrelles\, three singing squirrels who love to have a good time. And so begins a lively day when anything is possible. \nPerformances:  \n\nFriday – Sunday\, July 8 – 10 at 6:30 p.m.\nThursdays – Sundays\, July 14 – 17 and 21 – 24 at 6:30 p.m.\n\nAdmission:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets are available for sale on TCR’s website.\nTickets are $10 (youth 2 and under)\, $15 (youth 3-12)\, and $25 for adults\nTCR subscribers receive a 25% discount. Discount codes are sent via email and may be used online. Subscribers may also email the TCR box office to redeem this benefit.\nBrucemore donors receive a discount. Contact Brucemore via email or by phone at (319) 362-7375 to receive a special code to purchase tickets on TCR’s website.\n\n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\n\nSafety: Your safety and comfort are important to us. TCR and Brucemore will continue to follow CDC and Linn County Public Health guidelines. View our COVID policy here.\n\nMasks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so.\nPlease be cautious and stay home if symptoms are present\, if you are not feeling well\, or if you have been exposed to a positive case of COVID-19. View the list of symptoms from the CDC.\n\n\nSite Opening: The site will open at 5:45 p.m. for parking and seating. The performance will begin at 6:30 p.m.\nParking: The only gate that will open to vehicles for on-site parking is at 2160 Linden Drive SE. Signage will direct you to open spaces near the Visitor Center. We ask that you arrive by 6:25 p.m. as the gate will close promptly at 6:30 p.m. (Parking is not available on Dows Lane\, the dead end road adjacent to Brucemore.)\nSeating: Lawn space is on a first-come basis. Patrons are responsible for bringing their own chairs or blankets.\nShow Run Time: Approximately 60 minutes. There will not be an intermission.\nFood and Beverages: You are welcome to bring your own light snacks and beverages to enjoy in the performance venue. Concessions\, bug spray\, blankets\, and other items to make your outdoor experience more enjoyable will be available for sale.\nPets: Pets are not allowed\, with the exception of service animals.\nWeather: The event occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. If the event needs to be delayed or rescheduled due to weather\, a decision will be made by 4:15 p.m. and ticket holders will be notified. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another date as availability allows.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 SUMMER SEASON SPONSORS WHO MAKE IT POSSIBLE FOR US TO SHARE THE ESTATE WITH OUR CULTURAL PARTNERS:   \n$20\,000+ (Presenting)\nCedar Grove Signature Fund of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation \n$7\,500 (Leader)\nCedar Rapids Bank & Trust\nCollins Aerospace \n$5\,000 (Advocate)\nBankers Trust\nUFG Insurance\nUS Bank \n$2\,500 (Supporter)\nGreenState Credit Union\nImOn Communications\nSimmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/elephant-and-piggie/2022-07-23/
LOCATION:Peggy Boyle Whitworth Amphitheater at Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220723T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220723T151500
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20230317T140541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T140541Z
UID:10001472-1658586600-1658589300@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-23/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220723T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220723T131500
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20230317T140542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T140542Z
UID:10001514-1658579400-1658582100@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-23/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220723T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220723T111500
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20220504T173350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T200146Z
UID:10001416-1658572200-1658574900@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-23/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220722T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220722T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20210712T223653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220724T181135Z
UID:10001282-1658514600-1658520000@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Elephant and Piggie's "We are in a Play"
DESCRIPTION:ALL TICKETS PURCHASED FOR YESTERDAY’S CANCELLED SHOW WILL BE ACCEPTED AT TONIGHT’S PERFORMANCE.  \n\nTCR and Brucemore Present Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!”\nLive and Outdoors at Brucemore’s Peggy Boyle Whitworth Amphitheater. \nBook and lyrics by Mo Willems\, music by Deborah Wicks La Puma. Based on the Elephant & Piggie books by Mo Willems.  \nBased on Mo Willems’ beloved children’s books\, Elephant and Piggie’s onstage outdoor adventure will leave young audiences doing the “Flippy Floppy Floory” dance all night long! \nAn elephant named Gerald and a pig named Piggie are best\, best\, “bestus” friends\, but Gerald worries that something could go wrong that would end their friendship. Piggie is not worried at all! She’s even happier and more excited than usual because she and Gerald are invited to a party hosted by the Squirrelles\, three singing squirrels who love to have a good time. And so begins a lively day when anything is possible. \nPerformances:  \n\nFriday – Sunday\, July 8 – 10 at 6:30 p.m.\nThursdays – Sundays\, July 14 – 17 and 21 – 24 at 6:30 p.m.\n\nAdmission:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets are available for sale on TCR’s website.\nTickets are $10 (youth 2 and under)\, $15 (youth 3-12)\, and $25 for adults\nTCR subscribers receive a 25% discount. Discount codes are sent via email and may be used online. Subscribers may also email the TCR box office to redeem this benefit.\nBrucemore donors receive a discount. Contact Brucemore via email or by phone at (319) 362-7375 to receive a special code to purchase tickets on TCR’s website.\n\n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\n\nSafety: Your safety and comfort are important to us. TCR and Brucemore will continue to follow CDC and Linn County Public Health guidelines. View our COVID policy here.\n\nMasks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so.\nPlease be cautious and stay home if symptoms are present\, if you are not feeling well\, or if you have been exposed to a positive case of COVID-19. View the list of symptoms from the CDC.\n\n\nSite Opening: The site will open at 5:45 p.m. for parking and seating. The performance will begin at 6:30 p.m.\nParking: The only gate that will open to vehicles for on-site parking is at 2160 Linden Drive SE. Signage will direct you to open spaces near the Visitor Center. We ask that you arrive by 6:25 p.m. as the gate will close promptly at 6:30 p.m. (Parking is not available on Dows Lane\, the dead end road adjacent to Brucemore.)\nSeating: Lawn space is on a first-come basis. Patrons are responsible for bringing their own chairs or blankets.\nShow Run Time: Approximately 60 minutes. There will not be an intermission.\nFood and Beverages: You are welcome to bring your own light snacks and beverages to enjoy in the performance venue. Concessions\, bug spray\, blankets\, and other items to make your outdoor experience more enjoyable will be available for sale.\nPets: Pets are not allowed\, with the exception of service animals.\nWeather: The event occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. If the event needs to be delayed or rescheduled due to weather\, a decision will be made by 4:15 p.m. and ticket holders will be notified. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another date as availability allows.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 SUMMER SEASON SPONSORS WHO MAKE IT POSSIBLE FOR US TO SHARE THE ESTATE WITH OUR CULTURAL PARTNERS:   \n$20\,000+ (Presenting)\nCedar Grove Signature Fund of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation \n$7\,500 (Leader)\nCedar Rapids Bank & Trust\nCollins Aerospace \n$5\,000 (Advocate)\nBankers Trust\nUFG Insurance\nUS Bank \n$2\,500 (Supporter)\nGreenState Credit Union\nImOn Communications\nSimmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/elephant-and-piggie/2022-07-22/
LOCATION:Peggy Boyle Whitworth Amphitheater at Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220722T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220722T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20230317T140542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T140542Z
UID:10001557-1658496600-1658500200@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-22/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220722T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220722T111500
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20220504T173350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T200146Z
UID:10001415-1658485800-1658488500@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-22/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20210712T223653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220724T181135Z
UID:10001281-1658428200-1658433600@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Elephant and Piggie's "We are in a Play"
DESCRIPTION:ALL TICKETS PURCHASED FOR YESTERDAY’S CANCELLED SHOW WILL BE ACCEPTED AT TONIGHT’S PERFORMANCE.  \n\nTCR and Brucemore Present Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!”\nLive and Outdoors at Brucemore’s Peggy Boyle Whitworth Amphitheater. \nBook and lyrics by Mo Willems\, music by Deborah Wicks La Puma. Based on the Elephant & Piggie books by Mo Willems.  \nBased on Mo Willems’ beloved children’s books\, Elephant and Piggie’s onstage outdoor adventure will leave young audiences doing the “Flippy Floppy Floory” dance all night long! \nAn elephant named Gerald and a pig named Piggie are best\, best\, “bestus” friends\, but Gerald worries that something could go wrong that would end their friendship. Piggie is not worried at all! She’s even happier and more excited than usual because she and Gerald are invited to a party hosted by the Squirrelles\, three singing squirrels who love to have a good time. And so begins a lively day when anything is possible. \nPerformances:  \n\nFriday – Sunday\, July 8 – 10 at 6:30 p.m.\nThursdays – Sundays\, July 14 – 17 and 21 – 24 at 6:30 p.m.\n\nAdmission:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets are available for sale on TCR’s website.\nTickets are $10 (youth 2 and under)\, $15 (youth 3-12)\, and $25 for adults\nTCR subscribers receive a 25% discount. Discount codes are sent via email and may be used online. Subscribers may also email the TCR box office to redeem this benefit.\nBrucemore donors receive a discount. Contact Brucemore via email or by phone at (319) 362-7375 to receive a special code to purchase tickets on TCR’s website.\n\n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\n\nSafety: Your safety and comfort are important to us. TCR and Brucemore will continue to follow CDC and Linn County Public Health guidelines. View our COVID policy here.\n\nMasks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so.\nPlease be cautious and stay home if symptoms are present\, if you are not feeling well\, or if you have been exposed to a positive case of COVID-19. View the list of symptoms from the CDC.\n\n\nSite Opening: The site will open at 5:45 p.m. for parking and seating. The performance will begin at 6:30 p.m.\nParking: The only gate that will open to vehicles for on-site parking is at 2160 Linden Drive SE. Signage will direct you to open spaces near the Visitor Center. We ask that you arrive by 6:25 p.m. as the gate will close promptly at 6:30 p.m. (Parking is not available on Dows Lane\, the dead end road adjacent to Brucemore.)\nSeating: Lawn space is on a first-come basis. Patrons are responsible for bringing their own chairs or blankets.\nShow Run Time: Approximately 60 minutes. There will not be an intermission.\nFood and Beverages: You are welcome to bring your own light snacks and beverages to enjoy in the performance venue. Concessions\, bug spray\, blankets\, and other items to make your outdoor experience more enjoyable will be available for sale.\nPets: Pets are not allowed\, with the exception of service animals.\nWeather: The event occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. If the event needs to be delayed or rescheduled due to weather\, a decision will be made by 4:15 p.m. and ticket holders will be notified. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another date as availability allows.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 SUMMER SEASON SPONSORS WHO MAKE IT POSSIBLE FOR US TO SHARE THE ESTATE WITH OUR CULTURAL PARTNERS:   \n$20\,000+ (Presenting)\nCedar Grove Signature Fund of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation \n$7\,500 (Leader)\nCedar Rapids Bank & Trust\nCollins Aerospace \n$5\,000 (Advocate)\nBankers Trust\nUFG Insurance\nUS Bank \n$2\,500 (Supporter)\nGreenState Credit Union\nImOn Communications\nSimmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/elephant-and-piggie/2022-07-21/
LOCATION:Peggy Boyle Whitworth Amphitheater at Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T133000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T143000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20230317T140542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T140542Z
UID:10001556-1658410200-1658413800@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-21/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220721T111500
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20220504T173350Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20221012T200146Z
UID:10001414-1658399400-1658402100@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-21/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220717T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220717T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20210712T223653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220724T181135Z
UID:10001280-1658082600-1658088000@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Elephant and Piggie's "We are in a Play"
DESCRIPTION:ALL TICKETS PURCHASED FOR YESTERDAY’S CANCELLED SHOW WILL BE ACCEPTED AT TONIGHT’S PERFORMANCE.  \n\nTCR and Brucemore Present Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!”\nLive and Outdoors at Brucemore’s Peggy Boyle Whitworth Amphitheater. \nBook and lyrics by Mo Willems\, music by Deborah Wicks La Puma. Based on the Elephant & Piggie books by Mo Willems.  \nBased on Mo Willems’ beloved children’s books\, Elephant and Piggie’s onstage outdoor adventure will leave young audiences doing the “Flippy Floppy Floory” dance all night long! \nAn elephant named Gerald and a pig named Piggie are best\, best\, “bestus” friends\, but Gerald worries that something could go wrong that would end their friendship. Piggie is not worried at all! She’s even happier and more excited than usual because she and Gerald are invited to a party hosted by the Squirrelles\, three singing squirrels who love to have a good time. And so begins a lively day when anything is possible. \nPerformances:  \n\nFriday – Sunday\, July 8 – 10 at 6:30 p.m.\nThursdays – Sundays\, July 14 – 17 and 21 – 24 at 6:30 p.m.\n\nAdmission:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets are available for sale on TCR’s website.\nTickets are $10 (youth 2 and under)\, $15 (youth 3-12)\, and $25 for adults\nTCR subscribers receive a 25% discount. Discount codes are sent via email and may be used online. Subscribers may also email the TCR box office to redeem this benefit.\nBrucemore donors receive a discount. Contact Brucemore via email or by phone at (319) 362-7375 to receive a special code to purchase tickets on TCR’s website.\n\n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\n\nSafety: Your safety and comfort are important to us. TCR and Brucemore will continue to follow CDC and Linn County Public Health guidelines. View our COVID policy here.\n\nMasks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so.\nPlease be cautious and stay home if symptoms are present\, if you are not feeling well\, or if you have been exposed to a positive case of COVID-19. View the list of symptoms from the CDC.\n\n\nSite Opening: The site will open at 5:45 p.m. for parking and seating. The performance will begin at 6:30 p.m.\nParking: The only gate that will open to vehicles for on-site parking is at 2160 Linden Drive SE. Signage will direct you to open spaces near the Visitor Center. We ask that you arrive by 6:25 p.m. as the gate will close promptly at 6:30 p.m. (Parking is not available on Dows Lane\, the dead end road adjacent to Brucemore.)\nSeating: Lawn space is on a first-come basis. Patrons are responsible for bringing their own chairs or blankets.\nShow Run Time: Approximately 60 minutes. There will not be an intermission.\nFood and Beverages: You are welcome to bring your own light snacks and beverages to enjoy in the performance venue. Concessions\, bug spray\, blankets\, and other items to make your outdoor experience more enjoyable will be available for sale.\nPets: Pets are not allowed\, with the exception of service animals.\nWeather: The event occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. If the event needs to be delayed or rescheduled due to weather\, a decision will be made by 4:15 p.m. and ticket holders will be notified. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another date as availability allows.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 SUMMER SEASON SPONSORS WHO MAKE IT POSSIBLE FOR US TO SHARE THE ESTATE WITH OUR CULTURAL PARTNERS:   \n$20\,000+ (Presenting)\nCedar Grove Signature Fund of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation \n$7\,500 (Leader)\nCedar Rapids Bank & Trust\nCollins Aerospace \n$5\,000 (Advocate)\nBankers Trust\nUFG Insurance\nUS Bank \n$2\,500 (Supporter)\nGreenState Credit Union\nImOn Communications\nSimmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/elephant-and-piggie/2022-07-17/
LOCATION:Peggy Boyle Whitworth Amphitheater at Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220717T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220717T151500
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20230317T140541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T140541Z
UID:10001471-1658068200-1658070900@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-17/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220717T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220717T131500
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20230317T140542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T140542Z
UID:10001513-1658061000-1658063700@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-17/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220716T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220716T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20210712T223653Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20220724T181135Z
UID:10001279-1657996200-1658001600@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Elephant and Piggie's "We are in a Play"
DESCRIPTION:ALL TICKETS PURCHASED FOR YESTERDAY’S CANCELLED SHOW WILL BE ACCEPTED AT TONIGHT’S PERFORMANCE.  \n\nTCR and Brucemore Present Elephant & Piggie’s “We Are in a Play!”\nLive and Outdoors at Brucemore’s Peggy Boyle Whitworth Amphitheater. \nBook and lyrics by Mo Willems\, music by Deborah Wicks La Puma. Based on the Elephant & Piggie books by Mo Willems.  \nBased on Mo Willems’ beloved children’s books\, Elephant and Piggie’s onstage outdoor adventure will leave young audiences doing the “Flippy Floppy Floory” dance all night long! \nAn elephant named Gerald and a pig named Piggie are best\, best\, “bestus” friends\, but Gerald worries that something could go wrong that would end their friendship. Piggie is not worried at all! She’s even happier and more excited than usual because she and Gerald are invited to a party hosted by the Squirrelles\, three singing squirrels who love to have a good time. And so begins a lively day when anything is possible. \nPerformances:  \n\nFriday – Sunday\, July 8 – 10 at 6:30 p.m.\nThursdays – Sundays\, July 14 – 17 and 21 – 24 at 6:30 p.m.\n\nAdmission:  \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nTickets are available for sale on TCR’s website.\nTickets are $10 (youth 2 and under)\, $15 (youth 3-12)\, and $25 for adults\nTCR subscribers receive a 25% discount. Discount codes are sent via email and may be used online. Subscribers may also email the TCR box office to redeem this benefit.\nBrucemore donors receive a discount. Contact Brucemore via email or by phone at (319) 362-7375 to receive a special code to purchase tickets on TCR’s website.\n\n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\n\nSafety: Your safety and comfort are important to us. TCR and Brucemore will continue to follow CDC and Linn County Public Health guidelines. View our COVID policy here.\n\nMasks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so.\nPlease be cautious and stay home if symptoms are present\, if you are not feeling well\, or if you have been exposed to a positive case of COVID-19. View the list of symptoms from the CDC.\n\n\nSite Opening: The site will open at 5:45 p.m. for parking and seating. The performance will begin at 6:30 p.m.\nParking: The only gate that will open to vehicles for on-site parking is at 2160 Linden Drive SE. Signage will direct you to open spaces near the Visitor Center. We ask that you arrive by 6:25 p.m. as the gate will close promptly at 6:30 p.m. (Parking is not available on Dows Lane\, the dead end road adjacent to Brucemore.)\nSeating: Lawn space is on a first-come basis. Patrons are responsible for bringing their own chairs or blankets.\nShow Run Time: Approximately 60 minutes. There will not be an intermission.\nFood and Beverages: You are welcome to bring your own light snacks and beverages to enjoy in the performance venue. Concessions\, bug spray\, blankets\, and other items to make your outdoor experience more enjoyable will be available for sale.\nPets: Pets are not allowed\, with the exception of service animals.\nWeather: The event occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. If the event needs to be delayed or rescheduled due to weather\, a decision will be made by 4:15 p.m. and ticket holders will be notified. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another date as availability allows.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 SUMMER SEASON SPONSORS WHO MAKE IT POSSIBLE FOR US TO SHARE THE ESTATE WITH OUR CULTURAL PARTNERS:   \n$20\,000+ (Presenting)\nCedar Grove Signature Fund of the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation \n$7\,500 (Leader)\nCedar Rapids Bank & Trust\nCollins Aerospace \n$5\,000 (Advocate)\nBankers Trust\nUFG Insurance\nUS Bank \n$2\,500 (Supporter)\nGreenState Credit Union\nImOn Communications\nSimmons Perrine Moyer Bergman PLC
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/elephant-and-piggie/2022-07-16/
LOCATION:Peggy Boyle Whitworth Amphitheater at Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220716T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220716T151500
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20230317T140541Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T140541Z
UID:10001470-1657981800-1657984500@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-16/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20220716T123000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20220716T131500
DTSTAMP:20260404T034544
CREATED:20230317T140542Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20230317T140542Z
UID:10001512-1657974600-1657977300@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-16/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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UID:10001413-1657967400-1657970100@www.brucemore.org
SUMMARY:Becoming Brucemore: A Walk through History
DESCRIPTION:Experience the history of the estate like never before! Guided by staff\, this 45-minute outdoor walking tour will share a century of stories – from the widow who built the mansion to the stewards preserving the site today. Learn about the families who called the mansion home\, see preservation in action all around the site\, enjoy the inspiration of the gardens and landscape\, and rediscover the modern impact of Brucemore on Eastern Iowa. \nAdmission:  \n\n$10 per adult\n$5 per student\nBrucemore members receive a discount- please “sign-in” or call (319) 362-7375.\n\nDates and Times: \n\nOffered through October 28\, 2022!\nThursdays – Fridays with start times at 10:30 AM and 1:30 PM\nSaturdays with start times at 10:30 AM\, 12:30 PM\, and 2:30 PM\nSundays with start times at 12:30 and 2:30 PM\n\nNote: The mansion will be closed to the public to allow a geothermal system to be installed to replace an aging boiler system and will re-open for the 2022 holiday season on November 25. \n  \n\nIMPORTANT INFORMATION FOR YOUR PARTICIPATION \n\nSafety: Masks are recommended indoors and optional outdoors. Anyone who wishes to wear a mask is encouraged to do so. Read our full COVID policy here.\nArrival: Arrive via our main entrance\, 2160 Linden Drive SE\, and follow  signs toward the Visitor Center. There is on-site parking a short walk away.\nCheck-in: Please arrive at the Visitor Center a few minutes before your tour start time. Tours will start promptly on time; late arrivals may be subject to a shortened tour. Guests arrive 10 or more minutes late may be asked to wait until a later tour time\, based on availability\, or asked to reschedule their tour for a different date.\nWeather: This tour occurs fully outdoors and may be held in light rain. We encourage all patrons to pay attention to the weather forecast and dress appropriately. If the tour needs to be delayed or cancelled due to weather\, a decision will be made an hour before your scheduled tour time. Guests who purchased their tickets in advanced will be notified by the phone number provided at ticket purchase. There will be no refunds\, only exchanges to another tour time or date if possible. Learn more about our ticket policies here.\nBags: Please leave all large bags locked in your vehicle. Staff is unable to hold personal belongings during the tour.\nAccessibility: This is a 45 minute walking tour with short periods of standing in place. Parts of the tour will be on paved surfaces\, while other parts may have guests walking across uneven ground\, in the gardens\, or on mulched trails. Please make the best decision for your party with this knowledge.\nPhotography: Photography is allowed for personal\, non-professional use. Tripods\, selfie-sticks or other photography equipment will not be permitted. Photographs should not distract from enjoyment of others.\nPreservation in Action: Brucemore is in the midst of a multi-year preservation project designed to address preservation concerns on the exterior of the mansion and to recover from the August 10\, 2020 derecho. For more information on this work or to learn how you can be involved\, click here.\n\n\nA SPECIAL THANKS TO BRUCEMORE’S 2022 HERITAGE PROGRAM SPONSORS:   \nPresenting\nGreatAmerica Financial Services \nSupporting\nHills Bank \nPrinting\nMercy Medical Center
URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/becoming-brucemore-a-walk-through-history/2022-07-16/
LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, United States
CATEGORIES:Tickets Required
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