Growfest at Kazimour Farm & Orchard is here! It’s September 26 10am-2pm, free to the public with donates welcome. Board of Directors members Kory Kazimour & Maureen Rompot are in the studio with the details. For more info visit growwithkazimour.org. Subscribe to The Culture Crawl at kcck.org/culture or search “Culture Crawl” in your favorite podcast …

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Tom Milligan (Willie Clark) and Scot Hughs (Al Lewis) are in the studio ahead of TKM Theatrical Productions’ “The Sunshine Boys” by Neil Simon, directed by Deb Kennedy. It’s September 25-27 at The Amana Performing Arts Center, Friday and Saturday shows at 7:30pm and Sunday at 3pm.  For more information visit tkmtheatricalproductions.com. Subscribe to The …

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Starlighters II Theatre presents “Songs for a New World” by Jason Robert Brown coming up September 25-27 & October 2-4. Jennifer Bealle (Artistic Producer) and Leslie Hyland (Musical Director) are in the studio with insights into this unique show. Friday and Saturday shows are at 7:30pm and Sunday shows are at 2pm.  For tickets and …

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The Cedar Rapids Storytelling Festival is Sept. 21-26. There are events every day, many are free and great for all ages. Local broadcasters, including Dennis Green and Ed English participate in “The Way We Were,” Tuesday at 7pm at Parlor City Pub. You’ll hear a variety of stories, including an unforgettable KCRG trip to Washington …

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Kelley Cole from Gia’s Italian Kitchen in Cedar Rapids is in the studio ahead of a pasta making event at Kingston Yard happening 2pm on September 27. Tune in to hear Kelley talk about Italian cooking and to learn more about this tasty event.  For tickets and more information visit giasitaliankitchen.biz.  Subscribe to The Culture …

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Tim Hankewich is in the studio ahead of Orchestra Iowa’s “Masterworks I: New World Symphony” coming up Saturday 9/19, 7:30pm at Paramount Theatre & Sunday 9/20, 2pm at Voxman Concert Hall. In celebration of America 250, concert goers will hear selections from Copland, Gershwin, and Dvořvák. Prior to each concert, insights will be led by …

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Russ Anixter is in the studio to chat with Dennis about his newest release with the Russ Anixter’s Hippie Big Band, “What Next?” This album is also KCCK’s featured album for the month of September. More info at the Russ Anixter’s Hippie Big Band Faceboook page and russanixter.com.  Subscribe to The Culture Crawl at kcck.org/culture …

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George Dorman, KCCK’s news and operations director is retiring after four decades with the station. Tune in to see and hear George take on the rare role of interviewee as reflects on his career in journalism. George will continue involvement with the station as he continues to write and produce “Clean Up Your Act,” his …

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Riverside Theatre presents the world premiere of “I, Will: A Late Romance” written by Scott Carter, directed by Adam Knight. In the studio is the creative mind behind the production, Emmy-winning producer and playwright Scott Carter.  The show runs September 12-27 with two preview performances taking place September 10 & 11. Tickets available for purchase …

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Mount Vernon-Lisbon Community Theatre presents “The Mercy Seat” by Neil LaBute, directed by Kerry Covington. In the studio with insights into this emotionally charged play is director Kerry Covington and cast member Braden JP Rood (Abby). The show opens September 11 with shows running Sept 11-13 & 18-19 at the First Street Community Center’s Uptown …

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