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Diana Nollen
I provide an inside look at music, theater, art, and everything entertainment, events and things to do. It’s always fun to talk to the stars. Subscribe to the Hoopla newsletter.
Latest Articles by Diana Nollen
Travel Mar. 30, 2022 3:40 pm
Also looking for advice on where to visit in 2022
Music Dec. 30, 2021 8:39 am
Music, theater, dance in store for coming year around Eastern Iowa
Music Dec. 30, 2021 8:38 am
Reflecting on the best in the 2021 local arts scene
Books Dec. 25, 2021 7:00 am
Cedar Rapids author turns therapy dog’s journey into children’s book, “Meet Mali the Therapy Dog.”
Art Dec. 25, 2021 6:00 am
When pictures of gingerbread constructions began popping up on Facebook in late November, The Gazette invited readers to send in photos and descriptions of their creations. We think they’ve done a deliciously wonderful job.
News Dec. 24, 2021 6:00 am
The theater at the former home of the Riverside Theatre in Iowa City is eyeing a grand opening in late February.
Music Dec. 23, 2021 6:00 am
If you are looking for things to do to ring in 2022 in the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City areas, check out this lists of parties and family events happening around Eastern Iowa.
Travel Dec. 23, 2021 10:31 am
Holiday light show dances around rural Walker cul-de-sac.
Travel Dec. 16, 2021 6:05 am
Your guide on things to see and do between Orlando and the Space Coast, before and after the University of Iowa and Iowa State bowl games.
Music Dec. 16, 2021 6:00 am
Iowa-born ‘American Idol’ winner Maddie Poppe returning to Cedar Rapids with holiday tour
Theater Dec. 15, 2021 6:00 am
City Circle Acting Company brings Road Dahl story to life with ‘Matilda The Musical’ at Coralville Center for the Performing Arts.
Travel Dec. 9, 2021 12:15 pm
Hoover Museum gallery in West Branch showcases artist’s mechanical genius.
Theater Dec. 7, 2021 10:09 am
Professional troupe raising funds to transform a building in Cedar Rapid’s Time Check neighborhood
Things To Do Dec. 5, 2021 8:29 pm
From Amana to West Branch, events include Old World fare, tree-lighting ceremonies and visits from Santa Claus.
Travel Dec. 2, 2021 6:00 am
There’s plenty to do during a day trip to St. Louis beyond seeing the arch. Check out the Missouri History Museum’s “St. Louis Sound” exhibit.