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• Author Talk: Penny Haw in conversation with Terah Shelton Harris

  <p>Author Penny Haw will be in conversation with author Terah Shelton Harris. Please join us as they discuss their novels, The Woman at the Wheel and One Summer in Savannah. Join us live on Facebook or register at&nbsp;<a href="https://swampfoxbookstore.com/wheel?fbclid=IwAR3OU-dmVzsLVBffVelhB-VFxP-yBKRfXkBt6CG9S5nULE4XmZcAL16ps9Y" rel="nofollow noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://swampfoxbookstore.com/wheel</a></p><p>About Penny Haw<br>Penny Haw worked as a journalist and columnist for more than three decades, writing for many leading South African newspapers and magazines before yielding to a lifelong yearning to create fiction. Her stories feature remarkable women, whose achievements, determination, and fortitude demand celebration. They also illustrate her love for nature and animals, and explore the interconnectedness of all living things. She lives near Cape Town with her husband and three dogs, all of whom are well-walked.</p><p>About Terah Shelton Harris<br>TERAH SHELTON HARRIS is a collection development librarian based in Alabama and a freelance writer. She has been published in Women’s Health, Natural Solutions, Every Day with Rachael Ray, Backpacker, Draft, and Women’s Adventure.</p> 2023-07-19 18:00:00 -0500

  10/03/23 @ 5:00 p.m.

  5:00 p.m.

  Swamp Fox Bookstore

  Marion

• Iowa Ideas

  <p>On October 12+13, hundreds will virtually gather to share stories, explore ideas and collaborate on solutions around issues that have and will impact the state of Iowa. <a href="https://emails.thegazette.com/link/c/YT0yMjYxMDg4OTYyOTcxOTY0NTE3JmM9aThjNyZlPTMxOTc4MzMzJmI9MTE3NDgyMjEyMiZkPW0zZzViN3I=.r8PXrhM0oxkntPyF-oPLn-ZssT_9tBzbSyniOCsmPFA" target="_blank"><strong>Register now</strong></a> for the 2023 Iowa Ideas Full Conference.</p><p>Attendees will have access to more than 55 sessions across 9 tracks, hear from featured speakers on trending issues, and connect with fellow Iowans from a variety of industries and experiences using the attendee directory and community boards. Through the support of generous sponsors, this unique statewide experience is free for all to participate.</p><p>Session topics are now available. Register now and get the most up to date information, including keynote announcements, viewing parties and more. <a href="https://emails.thegazette.com/link/c/YT0yMjYxMDg4OTYyOTcxOTY0NTE3JmM9aThjNyZlPTMxOTc4MzMzJmI9MTE3NDgyMjEyNiZkPW05ZzhlNWw=.diSJBK3wHeFpjPzwSF8sU-vpK2V52HbnTK4jUVt3TFs" target="_blank"><strong>www.iowaideas.com&nbsp;</strong></a></p> 2023-08-24 17:00:00 -0500

  10/12/23 @ 8:00 a.m.

  8:00 a.m.

  The Gazette

  Cedar Rapids

• 50th Celebration Event

  <p>The 50th Celebration Event, held Saturday, October 14 from 6:00 - 9:00 PM, will feature live music, incredible food, drinks, and hundreds of people connected by their love for nature. Please join us as we remember the past, celebrate the future and enjoy the present. </p> 2023-03-07 21:00:00 -0600

  10/14/23 @ 6:00 p.m.

  6:00 p.m.

  Indian Creek Nature Center

  Cedar Rapids

• 3rd Thursday at Hoover's Presents: "Nine U.S. Capitals"

  <div data-block-type="text"><p>Join us for a virtual presentation from the Hoover Presidential Foundation. This program will be presented online via Microsoft Teams.</p></div><div data-block-type="text"><p><strong>Description:</strong> It is difficult to imagine a place other than Washington, DC as our national capital. As the site of the country’s government, it is a symbol of American democracy.&nbsp;</p><p>With its world-class museums, array of impressively designed federal buildings, rich cultural events, active first amendment spaces, historic neighborhoods, and memorials to the significant people and events that have shaped us, Washington, DC is a place of pride, and a “bucket list” trip for most Americans.&nbsp;</p><p>But did you know that before the government of this fledgling nation moved to its permanent location on the banks of the Potomac River in 1800, it conducted business in eight other locations?&nbsp;</p><p>Join National Park Service Ranger Jenny Cripe Davis for a walk through the early years of the country’s history, the chronology of these different sites, and the reasons why there have been so many Capitals.&nbsp;</p><p><strong>About the Speaker:</strong> Jenny Cripe Davis has worked for the National Park Service since 2016, serving at nine different national park sites. She was a ranger at the Herbert Hoover National Historic Site from 2021 – 2023, and is currently in Washington, DC at Rock Creek Park, one of the oldest National Park sites in the country. &nbsp;</p><p>Image: President George Washington laying the cornerstone of the United States Capitol building in 1793. This painting is part of a series historical scenes created by Allyn Cox, displayed on the first floor of the U.S. Capitol's House wing.&nbsp;</p><p>To get the link click <a href="https://events.teams.microsoft.com/event/180a705f-89ee-4622-b063-c0afbe32629b@af9f156f-c789-48a5-ad8b-50fabda47391">here</a></p></div> 2023-08-30 19:00:00 -0500

  10/19/23 @ 6:00 p.m.

  6:00 p.m.

  Hiawatha Public Library

  Hiawatha

• The Great Challenges of Cancer Caregiving

  <p>This &nbsp;4-week virtual supportive learning group for caregivers of someone living with cancer will focus on topics common to the caregiving experience . &nbsp;Caregivers will have the opportunity to share their expertise and discuss new ideas in areas such as stress, communication, mood management and anxiety. &nbsp;Discussions will include changes in family and social relationships and financial impacts. &nbsp;This series is facilitated by Center Volunteers Julie Jensen and Kathy Jasper. &nbsp;A Zoom link will be sent before the first session. &nbsp;Register by October 18 by calling the Family Caregivers Center at 319-221-8866 or emailing fcgc@ mercycare.org. &nbsp;Limited to 10 participants.</p> 2023-09-13 13:00:00 -0500

  10/25/23 @ 11:30 a.m.

  11:30 a.m.

  Virtual Event

  Any City

• Tannenbaum Forrest

  <p>Come to Amana to see the Tannenbaum Forest! Over 50 Christmas trees decorated by local businesses, organizations and residents. Free will donation at the door, with proceeds going to Stead Family Children's Hospital in Iowa City and other local charities. See our Nativity scene and our 17' tall German Christmas Pyramid made by local craftsmen. Santa and his reindeer will also make a guest appearance!</p> 2023-03-13 16:00:00 -0500

  12/01/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Festhalle Barn

  Amana

• Tannenbaum Forrest

  <p>Come to Amana to see the Tannenbaum Forest! Over 50 Christmas trees decorated by local businesses, organizations and residents. Free will donation at the door, with proceeds going to Stead Family Children's Hospital in Iowa City and other local charities. See our Nativity scene and our 17' tall German Christmas Pyramid made by local craftsmen. Santa and his reindeer will also make a guest appearance!</p> 2023-12-02 16:00:00 -0600

  12/02/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Festhalle Barn

  Amana

• Tannenbaum Forrest

  <p>Come to Amana to see the Tannenbaum Forest! Over 50 Christmas trees decorated by local businesses, organizations and residents. Free will donation at the door, with proceeds going to Stead Family Children's Hospital in Iowa City and other local charities. See our Nativity scene and our 17' tall German Christmas Pyramid made by local craftsmen. Santa and his reindeer will also make a guest appearance!</p> 2023-12-03 16:00:00 -0600

  12/03/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Festhalle Barn

  Amana