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SUMMARY:Celebrate! 170 Years of the Amana Colonies
DESCRIPTION:The Amana Colonies are thrilled to announce “Celebrate! 170 Years of the Amana Colonies\,” an all-community event on Wednesday\, September 3\, 2025\, commemorating our rich heritage and vibrant future. The celebration will feature a dynamic performance by the GRAMMY-nominated Alex Meixner Band\, bringing a unique blend of exhilarating musical styles to this historic community.  Join us from near and far to celebrate with friends both old and new! \n  \nDoors open at 5:00 PM at the Festhalle Barn (4707 220th Trail\, Amana)\, with Cedar Rapid’s famous County Line BBQ serving dinner from 5:30 PM to 7:00 PM. A cash bar will be available. The highlight of the evening will be the performance by the Alex Meixner Band from 6:00 PM to 9:00 PM.  We will have kids’ activities from 5PM to 7PM. \n  \nFind Tickets Here! \nTicket Information: \n\nCommunity Ticket BBQ Dinner & Performance: $40 per person (ages 14 and up); $20 for kids under 14. Reserved seating closer to the stage for Community Ticket holders.\nPerformance Only Ticket: $15 per person; kids under 14 are free.\nPurchase tickets at amanaheritage.org or call 319.622.3567\n\n  \nAlex Meixner is widely recognized as one of the most dynamic accordionists performing today. His global performances include prestigious events like The National Folk Festival and Central Park SummerStage\, as well as countless community celebrations. Meixner’s virtuosic yet delightfully quirky style has led to collaborations with diverse artists\, including Jack Black in the film “The Polka King\,” and renowned avant-garde accordionist/composer Guy Klucevsek. His recording “Polka FreakOut” with Brave Combo’s Bubba Hernandez earned him a GRAMMY nomination. Alex Meixner Band shows expertly blend traditional Central European party music with contemporary influences\, promising an engaging and joyful experience for all ages. \nThe Amana Colonies are a group of seven villages that were founded by German Pietists in 1855. Known for their communal lifestyle until 1932\, the Colonies today preserve their unique heritage through historical sites\, traditional crafts\, and offering visitors a glimpse into their one-of-a-kind past. \nThis event is a collaborative effort\, with the Amana Colonies Convention and Visitors Bureau\, the Amana Arts Guild\, the Amana Heritage Society\, and the Amana Society\, Inc. working together to ensure a memorable celebration. \nFor more information about this great community event\, please contact us at 319.622.3567 or amanaheritage@southslope.net.  More information about the Amana Colonies\, visit www.amanacolonies.com. \n  \nTickets are not refundable. \nChildren’s Tickets can be Purchased Here. \nPlease Call the Amana Heritage Museum with any questions\, or email Elise at heritageprograms@southslope.net.
URL:https://amanaheritage.org/event/celebrate-170-years-of-the-amana-colonies/
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SUMMARY:Craft Night with Molly
DESCRIPTION:Join us for an open Craft Night at the Homestead Folk Art Museum on Monday\, September 15th from 5:30pm-7:30pm. This event is FREE and no experience is necessary! Bring your own craft to work on or try out something new with supplies we have on hand at the Folk Art Museum. Relax and visit with other artsy folks while you work! Crafting is a fun\, relaxing hobby that improves fine motor skills and relieves stress. Keep heritage traditions alive with us!\nDonations of non-perishable food items\, paper toiletries\, etc. in support of the Amana Food Bank will be accepted during the event.
URL:https://amanaheritage.org/event/craft-night-with-molly/
LOCATION:Homestead Folk Art Museum\, 4430 V Street\, Homestead\, IA\, 52236\, United States
CATEGORIES:Homestead Folk Art Museum
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SUMMARY:Communal Meal: Friday\, September 19th\, 2025
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, September 19th\, 2025 at 5pm for an authentic dinner in the Communal Kitchen Museum. Check in begins at 5pm\, with the meal served at 5:30pm. During the meal\, a tour guide will talk about the Communal Kitchen and give historical context\, and a tour of the attached home museum is offered after the meal is over for any guests who wish to stay! Reservations are required and space is limited. Tickets are $35 per person. \n  \nMenu: \n\nBoiling Beef\nCreamy Amana Spinach\nBoiled Potatoes w/ Crumbs\nCooked Horseradish\n+2 Cold Sides + Dessert\n\n  \nTickets are available here! \n  \nPlease let us know when you buy tickets if you have any food allergies or need accessibility accommodations. The Communal Meals take place in our last remaining Communal Kitchen that was used before 1932 in the Communal Era and does have a few steps. Meals are served family style and there may be some allergies that we cannot accommodate.
URL:https://amanaheritage.org/event/communal-meal-friday-september-19th-2025/
LOCATION:Communal Kitchen Museum & Cooper Shop\, 1003 26th Ave\, Middle Amana\, IA\, 52307\, United States
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