The History Center’s Oral Histories LIVE! program will feature an interview with Herman Ginsberg on Tuesday, Nov. 27 at 6 pm at the Douglas Mansion. Herman has wonderful stories about his family’s jewelry store and the history of retail in Cedar Rapids—including during the holidays. Tickets are limited and you can get yours here: www.historycenter.org/oral-histories-live

Kick your holiday gift buying into high gear at the Holiday Bazaar on Sat., Dec. 1 from 10 am to 2 pm. Find handmade gifts from local artisans and check out Jim Delong’s “Times of Our Lives: Cedar Rapids in the Good Old Days.” Books will be available for purchase and Jim will be on… Read more →

Dates available September 17 through December 3. Are you a candidate for bariatric surgery? Sajida Ahad, MD, FACS, is one of the few surgeons in Iowa who is trained in obesity medicine and bariatric surgery. Join her for a free educational seminar where she will answer your questions and help you determine if bariatric surgery… Read more →

Don’t miss your chance to grab a ticket to one of The History Center’s most popular programs! Make sure to grab your tickets for the encore Bite of History event at Urban Pie in Marion on Dec. 4 before they’re gone! Tickets are now on sale to the general public! More info here: www.historycenter.org/bite-of-history

Wednesdays from 5:30 - 6:30 p.m. September 12th through December 5th. A realistic, no nonsense approach to weight loss and improved health. Mercy Registered Dietitians facilitate this realistic, no nonsense approach to weight loss and improved health. This 12-week program provides a relaxed atmosphere where you learn, share, or just listen. It also includes: The Healthy… Read more →

These informational sessions allow you to learn more about the Ideal Protein program and the coach(es) who will help you along the way. You also get to taste test some products and hear from successful dieters. Event held in the Diabetes Conference Room. Register by emailing edgewoodidealprotein@mercycare.org, opens new tab or calling (319) 221-8685).  

Join The History Center for A Very Vintage Holiday on Fri., Dec. 7 at 6 pm for a night of wonderful performances and activities for just $5. We’ll screen the 1910 silent film A Christmas Carol, share traditional holiday music, and offer family activities and photographs. Photographer George Henry and historian Mark Stoffer-Hunter will be… Read more →

Santa and Mrs. Claus will make their annual appearance at PCI Medical Pavilion, 202 10th Street SE, Cedar Rapids, on Saturday, Dec. 8, from 9 – 11 am. Everyone in the community is invited to attend this free event. There will be small craft activities for kids, story time and holiday decorated cookies. Plan to… Read more →

Health Transitions Clinic at Physicians’ Clinic of Iowa is hosting a free introductory seminar at 7 pm, Thursday, December 13, in the Community Room at PCI Medical Pavilion.   Health Transitions Clinic is Cedar Rapids’ leading medically-supervised weight loss program. The program helps those who are overweight, and dealing with medical issues that accompany the… Read more →

Come join in the holiday cheer at one of the MedQuarter's pop up performances featuring Orchestra Iowa's Holiday Brass Quintet at various locations in the Medical District on Monday, December 17. All are welcome to enjoy the following free performances: 1:30 - 1:55 p.m. at St. Luke's Hospital, A Avenue Lobby 2:10 - 2:35 p.m.… Read more →

Join UnityPoint to cut the ribbon on the Maternal Fetal Medicine clinic on December 19, 2018 at 4:45 p.m at St. Luke's Medical Office Plaza, first floor, 855 A Ave, Cedar Rapids.

These informational sessions allow you to learn more about the Ideal Protein program and the coach(es) who will help you along the way. You also get to taste test some products and hear from successful dieters. Event held in the Diabetes Conference Room. Register by emailing edgewoodidealprotein@mercycare.org, opens new tab or calling (319) 221-8685.