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SUMMARY:Monica Schmidt: Will the REAL Sherlock Holmes please stand up?
DESCRIPTION:Will the REAL Sherlock Holmes please stand up? \nA 60-minute presentation delineating the differences between the literary Holmes and the Holmes of pop culture. Filled with movie clips exploring the evolution of the character. Perfect for civic groups — can be shortened to 30 minutes or lengthened to 60 minutes.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/monica-schmidt-will-the-real-sherlock-holmes-please-stand-up/
LOCATION:Indianola Public Library\, 207 N B St\, Indianola\, IA 50125\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240605T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240605T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
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LAST-MODIFIED:20240605T183711Z
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SUMMARY:David Thoreson: Sailing around the Americas
DESCRIPTION:Sailing Around the Americas\, a 28\,000-Mile Small Boat JourneyIn 2009-10\, David was selected to be the documentary photographer and filmmaker on a 13-month\, 28\,000-mile sailing circumnavigation of the North and South American continents. The educational and scientific voyage was designed to raise awareness in the public and highlight many important ocean and sea issues. David took over 75\,000 images during the sailing adventure and this is a stunning visual presentation.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/david-thoreson-sailing-around-the-americas/
LOCATION:Pella Public Library\, 603 Main St\, Pella\, IA 50219\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240604T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240604T235959
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SUMMARY:Susan McLain: A Century of Fashion
DESCRIPTION:https://www.tabor.lib.ia.us/about
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/susan-mclain-a-century-of-fashion/
LOCATION:Lakin Library and Envisioning Center\, 725 Main St\, Tabor\, IA 51653\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240528T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240528T133000
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CREATED:20231212T081706Z
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SUMMARY:Sarah Uthoff: In the Kitchen with Laura
DESCRIPTION:In the Kitchen with LauraIn the Kitchen With Laura mixes stories and information about Laura Ingalls Wilder’s life with food history and hands-on cooking. It’s the 1930s and we find ourselves in Laura’s kitchen as she’s dealing with all the food coming in from a bountiful summer garden. Catch up with the story of her life while we learn what’s cooking.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/sarah-uthoff-in-the-kitchen-with-laura-3/
LOCATION:Indianola Activity Center\, 2204 W 2nd Ave\, Indianola\, IA 50125\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240528T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240528T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20231115T064618Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240527T171644Z
UID:6987-1716890400-1716894000@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:Beth Hoffman: Bet the Farm
DESCRIPTION:Beth Hoffman was living the good life: she had a career as a journalist and professor\, and a comfortable home in San Francisco. Yet in her late 40s\, she and her husband decided to leave the big city and move to his family farm in Iowa—all for the dream of becoming a farmer\, to put into practice everything she had learned over decades of reporting on food and agriculture. There was just one problem: money. \nThe economics of agriculture are shocking: half of America’s two million farms made less than $300 in 2019. Between rising land costs\, ever-more expensive equipment\, and the growing uncertainty of the climate\, farming today is a risky business. For many\, simply staying afloat is a constant struggle. Even for those with a decent nest egg and access to land\, like Beth and John had\, making ends meet at times seems impossible. Bet the Farm is a first-hand account of the perils of farming today and a personal exploration of more just and sustainable ways of producing food. \nHoffman can present about her book\, visit with book clubs\, or speak to groups about relevant topics like farmland transition\, the state of Iowa agriculture and how farms can be more economically viable.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/beth-hoffman-bet-the-farm-5/
LOCATION:Knights of Columbus\, 123 3rd St W\, Ottumwa\, IA 52501\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240524T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240524T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20240409T134707Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240524T164649Z
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SUMMARY:Sara Maniscalco Robinson: Hear Iowa Veteran’s Stories In Their Own Words
DESCRIPTION:Hear Iowa Veteran’s Stories In Their Own WordsSurviving a Prisoner or War (POW) Camp\, describing the sight\, sounds and smells of Vietnam\, feeling the bitter cold of a Korean winter. Sara has heard them all and wants to share these amazing first-hand accounts with you. No one speaks better about the experiences of war than the veterans themselves. Sara preserves these stories through video to help educate the public about life in the military. You will hear accounts of the day Pearl Harbor was bombed and the morning the Twin Towers were attacked\, what it was like to be a woman in the military in WWII and what it feels like to be in and IED explosion driving across Iraq.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/sara-maniscalco-robinson-hear-iowa-veterans-stories-in-their-own-words-9/
LOCATION:Corwith Public Library\, 110 NW Elm St\, Corwith\, IA 50430\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240523T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240523T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20240208T110206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240523T163501Z
UID:7397-1716487200-1716490800@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:John Liepa: How Iowa Met Baseball
DESCRIPTION:How Iowa Met Baseball: the Myths\, the History\, the PlayersOver the past century the setting for the spring passion of many Iowans has been the ballpark. This presentation explores the myths of baseball’s origins\, the early history and evolution of the game\, baseball’s journey to Iowa and the role of the Civil War in spreading its popularity. Audiences will learn about some of Iowa’s baseball pioneers and view an extensive collection of baseball memorabilia featuring Iowa players.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/john-liepa-how-iowa-met-baseball-9/
LOCATION:Harlan Community Library\, 718 Court St\, Harlan\, IA 51537\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240521T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240521T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20240209T110134Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240521T161729Z
UID:7420-1716249600-1716335999@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:Janet Jefferies: Czech Folk Costumes
DESCRIPTION:https://www.tabor.lib.ia.us/about
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/janet-jefferies-czech-folk-costumes/
LOCATION:Lakin Library and Envisioning Center\, 725 Main St\, Tabor\, IA 51653\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T150000
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CREATED:20240213T110213Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T160308Z
UID:7446-1716040800-1716044400@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:CultureALL's Open Book Presents: Abe Goldstein and James Hmohmo
DESCRIPTION:Pork-eating Jew\nAbe Goldstien \n \nAbe Goldstien was born and raised in an orthodox Jewish community in Rochester\, New York. He moved to Des Moines in 1969 to pursue an education and career in advertising. During college at Drake University – and for several years later – Abe had very little to do with Des Moines’ Jewish community or the religious customs of his youth. It wasn’t until he started to perform Yiddish (Eastern European Jewish) music on his accordion that he reconnected with his heritage. Today\, Abe is the leader of the Java Jews\, Iowa’s only klezmer music band. He’s also a CultureALL Ambassador who talks to children and adults about keeping alive their unique family customs and traditions\, no matter how strange they are. \n“I grew up in an orthodox Jewish home\, but I pretty much abandoned the religious customs of my upbringing once I moved to Des Moines for college. Many years later\, I became friends with a local chassidic rabbi. He connected me with my roots by describing me as a ‘Goldstien Jew’ – a title I am proud to carry.” \n‍ \nSeven Skins\nJames Hmohmo \n \nJames grew up in a large Burmese family and now lives in the United States. He is starting his own family as a newly married man. He is a leader in the Mara community of Burmese refugees\, publishes articles in his own language\, and is employed as a case worker for the US Committee for Refugees and Immigrants in Des Moines. \n“My story is about being a Burmese refugee who lived in Malaysia while in transit to America. My father taught me the lesson of resilience through his experience as a prisoner of war under a dictatorship. From starting work at age eight in my home country to earning a GED in America\, my story shows what hard work can accomplish.”
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/culturealls-open-book-presents-abe-goldstein-and-james-hmohmo/
LOCATION:Waterloo Public Library\, 415 Commercial St\, Waterloo\, IA 50701\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20240220T111711Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T160308Z
UID:7498-1716028200-1716031800@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:Scott Samuelson: AI and the Human Future
DESCRIPTION:AI and the Human FutureThis presentation focuses on the big moral and political issues surrounding artificial intelligence. What exactly is AI? Can it make our lives and our communities better\, or is it going to take all our jobs and kill us off? Can AI respect privacy\, or is privacy a thing of the past? Who is responsible when AI screws up? Can AI be moral? What does the future of humanity hold as we move through this technological revolution? Neither pro-AI nor anti-AI\, this presentation is intended to get people thinking more deeply about the central issues raised by the new technology and how they might relate to it in their own lives.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/scott-samuelson-ai-and-the-human-future/
LOCATION:Johnston Public Library\, 6700 Merle Hay Rd\, Johnston\, IA 50131\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240518T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20231128T080206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240518T160308Z
UID:7034-1716028200-1716031800@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:Sara Uthoff: Laura Ingalls Wilder
DESCRIPTION:General Laura ProgramThe basic Laura Ingalls Wilder program gives a general overview of Laura’s life. It features slides taken at all the Laura sites and is good for any age group.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/sara-uthoff-laura-ingalls-wilder-2/
LOCATION:Adair Library\, 312 Audubon St\, Adair\, IA 50002\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T180000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20240117T093211Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240509T154649Z
UID:7214-1715274000-1715277600@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:Darcy Maulsby: Savor Iowa’s Culinary History
DESCRIPTION:Savor Iowa’s Culinary History\nSavor Iowa’s amazing food heritage! Iowa’s delectable cuisine is quintessentially Midwestern\, grounded in its rich farming heritage and spiced with diverse ethnic influences. From the chili-and-cinnamon-rolls phenomenon to Maid-Rites to the moveable feast known as RAGBRAI\, discover the remarkable stories behind Iowa classics and savor a smorgasbord of other unique Iowa food traditions with this fun\, interactive program. Relish the tantalizing tidbits you missed in history class! This program is based on Darcy’s top-selling book “A Culinary History of Iowa: Sweet Corn\, Pork Tenderloins\, Maid-Rites and More” from The History Press.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/darcy-maulsby-savor-iowas-culinary-history-3/
LOCATION:Greenfield Public Library\, 202 S 1st St\, Greenfield\, IA 50849\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240915T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20240209T110133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240915T203149Z
UID:7419-1715212800-1726444799@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:Tim Olson: The Hall of Notable Iowans & Other Midwestern Oddities
DESCRIPTION:May 9\, 2024\n–\nSeptember 15\, 2024\nTim Olson\, who was born in Storm Lake\, grew up in Marathon\, and now lives in Dubuque\, is a multi-talented artist\, who works in painting\, stained glass\, drawing and printmaking. In his large- and small-scale paintings\, Tim aims to capture the evolving relationship between industry and nature in this region\, drawing inspiration from the intricate style of Netherlandish portrait and landscape painters. Tim’s paintings are presented in exquisitely detailed multi-panel altarpiece structures or hand-built gilded wooden frames. This unique fusion of influences will create an exhibition that resonates with audiences on both an emotional and intellectual level. This exhibition is organized by Sioux City Art Center Curator Chistopher Atkins and is generously supported in part by a Project Grant from Humanities Iowa.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/tim-olson-the-hall-of-notable-iowans-other-midwestern-oddities/
LOCATION:Sioux City Art Center\, 225 Nebraska St\, Sioux City\, IA\, United States
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240507T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240507T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20240209T110133Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240507T153204Z
UID:7418-1715040000-1715126399@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:David Wells: Vietnam\, Why We Were There & Why We Couldn't Leave
DESCRIPTION:https://www.tabor.lib.ia.us/about
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/david-wells-vietnam-why-we-were-there-why-we-couldnt-leave/
LOCATION:Lakin Library and Envisioning Center\, 725 Main St\, Tabor\, IA 51653\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240505T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240505T150000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20231108T063411Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240505T153205Z
UID:6824-1714917600-1714921200@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:Dennis Goldford: Political Polarization
DESCRIPTION:Political Polarization: It’s Ugly\, and There’s No End in SightAmerican politics has entered a troubling if not potentially dangerous era that erupted in the 2020 elections\, but this era did not begin and will not end with the Trump presidency. Why? This presentation will discuss the major factors that have led to our current political conflicts and the challenges we now face.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/dennis-goldford-political-polarization/
LOCATION:Marshalltown Public Library\, 105 W Boone St\, Marshalltown\, IA 50158\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T093000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240504T103000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20231003T053151Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T153158Z
UID:6505-1714815000-1714818600@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:OJ Fargo: Just Before the Battle Mother
DESCRIPTION:Just Before the Battle Mother—A Visit from a Civil War SoldierMr. Fargo dresses in full Union Army regalia and focuses the first person presentation on an individual Iowa soldier’s Civil War experience. After a brief overview of the state’s involvement\, the audience is introduced to a returning Civil War veteran (played by O. J. Fargo). He will detail the experiences of an Iowan during the conflict. During and after the presentation\, the audience is encouraged to ask questions and engage in a dialogue with the “soldier\,” who stays in character. The speaker will bring an artifact display and full electronic Civil War roster of all men who served in and from Iowa. It can be searched by name\, city\, county and/or birthplace.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/oj-fargo-just-before-the-battle-mother-6/
LOCATION:orient ia public library\, 201 School St\, Orient\, IA 50858\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240503T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240503T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20240117T093210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T153158Z
UID:7212-1714741200-1714744800@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:Sarah Uthoff: Packing Up
DESCRIPTION:Packing UpLook in on Laura Ingalls Wilder as she is packing up to move to Missouri. Each artifact in the old chest holds a story.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/sarah-uthoff-packing-up/
LOCATION:Corning Opera House\, 800 Davis Ave\, Corning\, IA 50841\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240503T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240503T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20231031T063124Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240503T153158Z
UID:6722-1714730400-1714734000@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:Jeff Stein: Iowans You Should Know
DESCRIPTION:Iowans You Should Know: Stories from the Iowa Almanac (new in 2021)Did you know that the Eskimo Pie® was invented in Iowa? So was the electric razor\, the clip-on bow tie\, and the self-filling fountain pen. Iowa was also the childhood home of four Academy Award®-winning performers\, and three different Iowa-born musical acts had national #1 pop songs in the 1950s alone. In his presentation “Iowans You Should Know: Stories from the Iowa Almanac”\, broadcaster\, historian and author Jeff Stein tells the stories of the famous and not-so-famous. From elected officials who prevented presidential impeachment\, to record-setting athletes…from famous firsts to displays of strength and grace under pressure…these biographical stories are as inspirational as they are informative. Stories are culled from Stein’s daily “Iowa Almanac” radio segments\, which air on 30 stations across Iowa. The presentation is also specifically tailored for different geographic areas of the state\, to enhance the connection with audiences.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/jeff-stein-iowans-you-should-know-9/
LOCATION:Burlington Public Library\, 210 Court St\, Burlington\, IA 52601\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240430T103000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240430T113000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20231128T080206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240430T153106Z
UID:7033-1714473000-1714476600@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:Sara Uthoff: Laura Ingalls Wilder
DESCRIPTION:General Laura ProgramThe basic Laura Ingalls Wilder program gives a general overview of Laura’s life. It features slides taken at all the Laura sites and is good for any age group.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/sara-uthoff-laura-ingalls-wilder/
LOCATION:Eldora Public Library\, 1202 10th St\, Eldora\, IA 50627\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20240202T103203Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T153115Z
UID:7380-1714415400-1714417200@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:Rich Tyler: Why Save an Old Barn
DESCRIPTION:Why Save an Old Barn?Should we let them fall down? What is the real value of preserving our past? The example used in this presentation is the restoration of The Secrest 1883 Octagonal Barn. A story is told about how individuals and organizations rallied around Iowa farm history\, to contribute to the saving of this barn. The barn is open to the public\, and photographers\, artists and school children have all played an important role. How can you save your barn? What will they mean to future generations who grow up without them?
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/rich-tyler-why-save-an-old-barn-4/
LOCATION:Coralville Public Library\, 1401 5th St\, Coralville\, IA 52241\, USA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240429T183000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20231128T080206Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240429T153115Z
UID:7031-1714411800-1714415400@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:Darcy Maulsby: Iowa's Lost History from the Titanic
DESCRIPTION:Iowa’s Lost History from the TitanicWhat do an orphan train rider\, a kidnapper\, a missionary\, a wealthy businessman\, a wedding guest\, a betrayed wife\, a farmer and an immigrant recruiter have in common? All had ties to Iowa\, and all were passengers aboard the ill-fated Titanic on the fateful night of April 15\, 1912\, when the famous ocean liner sank. There were a surprising number of first-\, second- and third-class passengers with Iowa connections\, although many of their haunting\, poignant and sometimes shocking tales have nearly faded away. During this spellbinding voyage\, delve into the human drama intertwined with the Titanic epic\, find out who survived and explore the aftershocks that continue to fascinate us more than a century after the Titanic sank.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/darcy-maulsby-iowas-lost-history-from-the-titanic-3/
LOCATION:Union Public Library\, 406 Commercial St\, Union\, IA 50258\, USA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240426T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20240117T093210Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240426T150204Z
UID:7211-1714154400-1714158000@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:Darcy Maulsby: Iowa's Lost History from the Titanic
DESCRIPTION:Iowa’s Lost History from the Titanic\nWhat do an orphan train rider\, a kidnapper\, a missionary\, a wealthy businessman\, a wedding guest\, a betrayed wife\, a farmer and an immigrant recruiter have in common? All had ties to Iowa\, and all were passengers aboard the ill-fated Titanic on the fateful night of April 15\, 1912\, when the famous ocean liner sank. There were a surprising number of first-\, second- and third-class passengers with Iowa connections\, although many of their haunting\, poignant and sometimes shocking tales have nearly faded away. During this spellbinding voyage\, delve into the human drama intertwined with the Titanic epic\, find out who survived and explore the aftershocks that continue to fascinate us more than a century after the Titanic sank.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/darcy-maulsby-iowas-lost-history-from-the-titanic-5/
LOCATION:Murphy Helwig Library\, 111 N Page St\, Monona\, IA 52159\, USA
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T200000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20231110T064615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T150104Z
UID:6941-1714071600-1714075200@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:Darcy Maulsby: Iowa's Lost History from the Titanic
DESCRIPTION:Iowa’s Lost History from the Titanic\nWhat do an orphan train rider\, a kidnapper\, a missionary\, a wealthy businessman\, a wedding guest\, a betrayed wife\, a farmer and an immigrant recruiter have in common? All had ties to Iowa\, and all were passengers aboard the ill-fated Titanic on the fateful night of April 15\, 1912\, when the famous ocean liner sank. There were a surprising number of first-\, second- and third-class passengers with Iowa connections\, although many of their haunting\, poignant and sometimes shocking tales have nearly faded away. During this spellbinding voyage\, delve into the human drama intertwined with the Titanic epic\, find out who survived and explore the aftershocks that continue to fascinate us more than a century after the Titanic sank.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/darcy-maulsby-iowas-lost-history-from-the-titanic-2/
LOCATION:Guttenberg Municipal Building\, 502 S 1st St\, Guttenberg\, IA 52052\, USA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20231220T084712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240425T150104Z
UID:7118-1714069800-1714073400@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:OJ Fargo: Just Before the Battle\, Mother
DESCRIPTION:Just Before the Battle Mother—A Visit from a Civil War SoldierMr. Fargo dresses in full Union Army regalia and focuses the first person presentation on an individual Iowa soldier’s Civil War experience. After a brief overview of the state’s involvement\, the audience is introduced to a returning Civil War veteran (played by O. J. Fargo). He will detail the experiences of an Iowan during the conflict. During and after the presentation\, the audience is encouraged to ask questions and engage in a dialogue with the “soldier\,” who stays in character. The speaker will bring an artifact display and full electronic Civil War roster of all men who served in and from Iowa. It can be searched by name\, city\, county and/or birthplace.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/oj-fargo-just-before-the-battle-mother-11/
LOCATION:West Des Moines Public Library\, 4000 Mills Civic Pkwy\, West Des Moines\, IA 50265\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T190000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20231108T063410Z
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SUMMARY:John Leipa: How Iowa Met Baseball
DESCRIPTION:How Iowa Met Baseball: the Myths\, the History\, the PlayersOver the past century the setting for the spring passion of many Iowans has been the ballpark. This presentation explores the myths of baseball’s origins\, the early history and evolution of the game\, baseball’s journey to Iowa and the role of the Civil War in spreading its popularity. Audiences will learn about some of Iowa’s baseball pioneers and view an extensive collection of baseball memorabilia featuring Iowa players.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/john-leipa-how-iowa-met-baseball/
LOCATION:Adair Library\, 312 Audubon St\, Adair\, IA 50002\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20231110T064615Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T150148Z
UID:6939-1713866400-1713870000@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:Rosa Snyder: Glimpses of Iowa's Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Glimpses of Iowa’s Capitol: Its History\, Art\, Architecture and Restoration \nJoin former state restoration painter\, Rosa Snyder\, as she divulges untold stories and reveals hidden treasures of Iowa’s most recognized landmark. When the building was constructed back in the 1870s-1880s almost every one of the 120 rooms was decorated with intricate designs on the ceilings and walls. Over time many of the motifs were covered with paint. Starting in the 1980s\, it was decided to uncover and recreate these elaborate designs. During this presentation\, several aspects of restoration will be explained in detail: the discovery process\, necessary tools\, varieties of paints\, types of gold leaf and different step-by-step application techniques. Additionally\, a number of before and after photos of several rooms will be revealed and photos of one-of-a-kind artworks created by well-known artists and placed throughout the building shared. The audience will learn about little known historical facts and view photographs of areas not normally seen by visitors.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/rosa-snyder-glimpses-of-iowas-capitol-6/
LOCATION:Knights of Columbus\, 123 3rd St W\, Ottumwa\, IA 52501\, USA
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T000000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240423T235959
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20240209T110132Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240423T150148Z
UID:7417-1713830400-1713916799@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:Paul Siebert: Echos of an Era
DESCRIPTION:https://www.tabor.lib.ia.us/about
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/paul-siebert-echos-of-an-era/
LOCATION:Lakin Library and Envisioning Center\, 725 Main St\, Tabor\, IA 51653\, USA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240422T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240422T193000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20231024T061636Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240422T144702Z
UID:6652-1713810600-1713814200@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:Danuta Hutchins: Herbert Hoover's Role in Distributing Food in Post WWI and WWII in Europe
DESCRIPTION:Herbert Hoover’s Role in Distributing Food in Post WWI and WWII in EuropeAs a child\, Dr. Hutchins experienced firsthand President Hoover’s distribution of food in Poland after WWII. A chapter in her book\, “Torn Out Memories\,” gives details of those experiences and her connection with the Hoover birthplace in West Branch.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/danuta-hutchins-herbert-hoovers-role-in-distributing-food-in-post-wwi-and-wwii-in-europe/
LOCATION:Pella Public Library\, 603 Main St\, Pella\, IA 50219\, USA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240419T110000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20240125T100123Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240419T143111Z
UID:7232-1713520800-1713524400@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:Rosa Snyder: Glimpses of Iowa's Capitol
DESCRIPTION:Glimpses of Iowa’s Capitol: Its History\, Art\, Architecture and Restoration \nJoin former state restoration painter\, Rosa Snyder\, as she divulges untold stories and reveals hidden treasures of Iowa’s most recognized landmark. When the building was constructed back in the 1870s-1880s almost every one of the 120 rooms was decorated with intricate designs on the ceilings and walls. Over time many of the motifs were covered with paint. Starting in the 1980s\, it was decided to uncover and recreate these elaborate designs. During this presentation\, several aspects of restoration will be explained in detail: the discovery process\, necessary tools\, varieties of paints\, types of gold leaf and different step-by-step application techniques. Additionally\, a number of before and after photos of several rooms will be revealed and photos of one-of-a-kind artworks created by well-known artists and placed throughout the building shared. The audience will learn about little known historical facts and view photographs of areas not normally seen by visitors.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/rosa-snyder-glimpses-of-iowas-capitol-7/
LOCATION:Bricker-Price Block\, 105 S Chestnut Ave\, Earlham\, IA 50072\, USA
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240417T140000
DTSTAMP:20260404T084045
CREATED:20231007T054708Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240417T143201Z
UID:6567-1713358800-1713362400@humanitiesiowa.org
SUMMARY:OJ Fargo: Just Before the Battle Mother
DESCRIPTION:Just Before the Battle Mother—A Visit from a Civil War SoldierMr. Fargo dresses in full Union Army regalia and focuses the first person presentation on an individual Iowa soldier’s Civil War experience. After a brief overview of the state’s involvement\, the audience is introduced to a returning Civil War veteran (played by O. J. Fargo). He will detail the experiences of an Iowan during the conflict. During and after the presentation\, the audience is encouraged to ask questions and engage in a dialogue with the “soldier\,” who stays in character. The speaker will bring an artifact display and full electronic Civil War roster of all men who served in and from Iowa. It can be searched by name\, city\, county and/or birthplace.
URL:https://humanitiesiowa.org/event/oj-fargo-just-before-the-battle-mother-7/
LOCATION:Coggon Public Library\, 202 E Main St\, Coggon\, IA 52218\, USA
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