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Greater Cedar Rapids Spring 2022 Parade of Homes
<p>Tour the area's best new & remodeled homes at the Greater Cedar Rapids Spring 2022 Parade of Homes!</p><p>The Parade of Homes is an annual event the Greater Cedar Rapids Housing & Building Association organizes and produces to offer potential home buyers and current homeowners the opportunity to view many of the area’s best new and remodeled homes and exciting new neighborhoods. Visitors to our parade will discover unique homes and floor plans, beautiful communities, the latest in interior design trends and home technology, exterior finishes, outdoor living, and landscaping that will inspire. If you are looking for a new home or thinking about building or remodeling, the Parade of Homes is the perfect place to start your search!</p><p>Several parade homes will be open as usual, offering in-person tours May 14 & 15, 12-5 pm, May 19, 5-8 pm, May 21 & 22, 12-5 pm. However, with an ongoing supply chain crisis, labor shortages and an incredible housing market, other parade homes will not be open to the public but can be viewed through a virtual tour online.</p><p>Tickets available at each parade home for $10. Or get a discounted ticket at local Casey's General Stores for $9. Children 12 & under FREE.</p><p>We are "Building Our Community" by Giving Back! A portion of each ticket sold will be donated to a local nonprofit, WRAP, the Wheelchair Ramp Accessibility Program. WRAP’s mission is to provide affordable, flexible home access on a timely basis for individuals in our community. WRAP opens doors to independence with custom wheelchair ramps that helps those in need to safely enter and leave their homes.</p><p>While touring the homes, make sure you sign up for our incredible giveaways: an EdgeStar Beverage Cooler, courtesy of Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery; a Weber Gas Grill, courtesy of Collins Community Credit Union; and a Shark ION Robotic Vacuum, courtesy of Randy’s Flooring.</p><p>Thank you to our sponsors: Ferguson Bath, Kitchen & Lighting Gallery, Collins Community Credit Union, Randy's Flooring, and MidAmerican Energy.</p><p>Visit <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fgcrhba.org%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR07mLBddAuYe67fXHviDRMeC1K_iz-TwN4l_NYVLKuvezjBzRoiybM6Fww&h=AT18P3lpWiAreGimLHaWUnQ3-V7zNzGh8fJu-nWJsoy0FCapTOE1RMSxhYv7M6MsUCetavitvdOkE_hO-I0h3hVUFUZRD2FxWNRpbaXlrht7_tCRAJDQiUSYfo7y7K-2wA&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT2Ueo0MJZUuFhfGXU0k3O7CxWM_51FE7PVCPSHqWvBJdFG85JGn66wnIFWGZFSH1OCCxwekV2hyBy6FrYbhiZKSr0CRqfM_0i7fcCvj-PlR9gPvb46IKU2O8yPam0eXiKGlqB3j26h7ii6MzC4rUHrHh4HDyH9OapvK82pgXvN-pTQ" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">gcrhba.org</a> for more information.</p> 2022-05-12 17:00:00 -0500
5/22/2212:00 p.m.Greater Cedar Rapids Housing & Building AssociationCedar Rapids Area -
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Alburnett Lions Community Blood Drive
<p>Alburnett Community Blood Drive, Tuesday, May 31st, 3-6 PM, Alburnett School, 131 Roosevelt St., Alburnett, IA. To schedule appointment, Contact Jim Carver @ 319-842-2629 or 319-560-8162 or go to www.bloodcenter.org. <strong> Masks & Appointments required</strong>. Please eat and drink before donating and bring a photo ID. <strong> Last Date to Donate elsewhere: 04/05/22</strong>. Group Sponsor Code: 2409. </p> 2022-05-11 18:00:00 -05005/31/223:00 p.m.Alburnett Community SchoolsAlburnett -
Alburnett Community Schools Regular School Board Meeting
<p>Alburnett Community Schools will have a regular school board meeting on Monday, January 17, 2022 at 6:00 pm.</p>6/20/226:00 p.m.Alburnett Community SchoolsAlburnett -
Lori Gravel & The Timber City Ramblers - Maquoketa Summer Concert Series
<p><strong>Free, family-friendly, outdoor live music in the Downtown Maquoketa Green Space.</strong> Bring lawn chairs or blankets and your dancing shoes! Enjoy supper or snacks from the Tri-M BBQ food truck starting at 5:30, and a treat for a freewill donation from one of our sponsors.<br><br>Hosted by Maquoketa Betterment/Hometown Pride with thanks to our sponsors: Chuck & Wendy Current, Black Hills Energy, Brad Deery Motors Auto Group, Dollar Fresh - Maquoketa, IA, DuTrac Community Credit Union, Innovate 120, Maquoketa Community Services, Maquoketa Kiwanis Club, Maquoketa Lions & Delmar Lions Clubs, Maquoketa Rotary Club, Maquoketa Sentinel-Press, Maquoketa State Bank, Optimist Club of Maquoketa, Walmart Maquoketa Local Community Grant, with funding provided by a grant from the Jackson County Area Tourism Association, jacksoncountyiowa.com, and other generous individuals, local businesses, and civic organizations.</p> 2022-05-20 20:00:00 -0500
6/02/226:00 p.m.Maquoketa Downtown Green SpaceMaquoketa -
Wild Hogs Saloon & Eatery -Swing Gnome-Cork N Canvas Iowa
<p>Support two Local small businesses with one event at Wild Hogs Saloon & Eatery (350 Commercial Dr Walford, Iowa). Eat Local, Drink Local & Paint Local. 16x20inch canvas and all your supplies at Cork N Canvas Iowa. Purchase tickets online: Classes for adults 18+ Events hosted across the Eastern Iowa area at various neighborhood locations, ensuring one is near you and supporting the communities where you live and work. Show your support as well; enjoy drinks and dinner before or while you paint. Pop in early to have dinner! All your supplies (canvas, paints, brushes and apron) are provided for you.<br>Please note: Events are 18 and over only, events are for adults and will contain adult language and content. Classes are limited in size, please make sure to buy your ticket to make sure you have a spot. You email is your ticket.</p><p>Cancellation policy: Cork N Canvas Iowa offers an art instruction and entertainment event that can be compared to a concert or theater event. We realize that unforeseen things happen, but we also would appreciate the time to offer the seat to others and fill the spot. Due to credit card fees, no refunds are issues, but you can move your ticket to another event 24-hours or more prior to your scheduled class. Due to the time it takes to prepare the class, NO store credit is given for last minute cancellations or no shows. Your ticket is fully transferable, however, and you may let someone of your own choosing use your ticket in your absence. Cancellations should be made by email only. If you need to cancel or move your reservation you must notify Cork n Canvas Iowa by email Cork.n.canvas.iowa@gmail.com 24 hours prior to the event, you are scheduled for in order to be eligible move into another class. In your email, please be sure to include; your name, location of the event, date of scheduled event, and date you wish to move to. *All cancellation issues must be resolved through email. * In the event of bad weather, snow day, ice, even floods, there is the chance that class could be canceled, please note you will receive an email, also the notice will be posted on Facebook, your tickets will be good for any upcoming non-sold out class.</p><p>Any questions please email Amanda Happel, Cork N Canvas Iowa Mobile Painting Studio<br>319-929-4300<br>Email: Cork.n.Canvas.iowa@gmail.com<br>Website: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.CorknCanvasIowa.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1r-jE-3Zq40EU4wMV-bSpiFvGzb8Rhs1cUvNgP5yzP3UEHu-445cXR_B0&h=AT32ae6IFt7JXxD6koOqm-cxAQWaIlg6JAh_jQLxn7EJYUsuoZ1GlJomi4V0FhqFDRRTf6r35dJYE4hDysMYrxZibboSz6MROMgSNedug_LItkj_mR-gUjcK7m-BzBgFVw&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT0qMgHggKLTTi9FKZK0IKi9WfpYWr2gU3APuPP__GY2wryW71BWVkJRowzgQtfAT7ikLEnIhCbNqlSx22WjZC1mEVtMlqJqdexIpCtgH9gWqro2GFCdWqsXDZZu-mT5jNQPxvwyoCcaPZlO_nnf9Fw05LK1GF1w-dFFrv2uHg8nHIG1LQ" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">www.CorknCanvasIowa.com</a> & Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CorkNCanvasIowa/?__cft__[0]=AZWrLJSPVx3Dlpgnyd2yID0dTuim0hcv9KeN-ovxz7Fr-vrsgNmiPOoq_hqzPJrPvegzGH9BbOLsPttMnQN4im8GstlZwM2LcA17EHh5_BYB7V3-ExSRwT5FI5lhNmuVlvkyB_zxU0lloON8OFmTsfdvHVJnX4Dj-VRhTZIbIgstug&__tn__=q" tabindex="0">https://www.facebook.com/CorkNCanvasIowa</a><br>Locally Owned Eastern Iowa Company since 2014</p>
6/21/226:00 p.m.Wild Hogs Saloon & EateryWalford -
Trekfest 37 - Dogs on Skis
<p>Dogs on Skis formed in the mid 1980’s playing covers of classic rock. The band gained popularity in and around Iowa City/Cedar Rapids by focusing on playing songs that people liked to dance to. From the beginning, focus was put on the band’s ability to perform material with vocal harmonies. In 1990 the Dogs released their first album ‘I Bark Therefore I Am’.</p><p>Over the years, the band continued to grow and mature. Instead of becoming complacent and content with where they were, they continually overhaul their material based on crowd reaction and requests. Because of this, they can perform hundreds of songs and can play many of them as requested. Dogs On Skis goal is to play music they like and that their fans will enjoy dancing to.</p><p>In 2013 they were inducted into the Iowa Rock and Roll Music Association Hall of Fame.</p><p>For more information on Dogs on Skis visit their Facebook page or website via the link below!</p><p><a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.dogsonskis.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR1Y9uUgQi4Q_pQgBa9T7ouTu5UKwDwMPUO5VH34vdKOtgXBzR4dR3Cdgt4&h=AT0KiAyjskksQoPkZ17KHM_o5PDJtSQtjb_EHmE2u94HFowfbkAqn-8s3wrXepel_RhKVQPrkzCYIcCV4eK1R4J71J84S3VuoDMqOzd8xJPKB2E58N2P6TXNjTAQohCN3Q&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT1R3pRLLwGJr82clbsMkxuBTGfgNwe0S7gGG_uE14QxPbN-81fu9xg8GfAp_h5QE0QUJnalxM-EiljPw3xRQNfXlZwOi9g0OJmz1zpCsNlm2n8s3gC8pYr4o3bhowomuNQxmQ0r7ze0JqwiOiauzA6Rsuzikb-bHhZf_ts5NcTqRSXt" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">http://www.dogsonskis.com/</a></p><p>This is a free event and open to the public.</p> 2022-03-08 21:00:00 -0600
6/24/227:00 p.m.Riverside Area Community Clubriverside -
Trekfest 37 - Slap'n'Tickle
<p>Slap'n'Tickle is a tribute to 80's metal. They play everything from Motley Crue to Whitesnake to Kiss...etc, and also put on the full 80's stage show.</p><p>They came together with one goal in mind... to put on the best show possible. With their bombastic rhythm section, their blazing guitar solos, and their soaring vocals, a Slap'n'Tickle show is something truly to behold.. a party like no other!!!!!</p><p>For more information about this band go check out their Facebook page (Slap'n'TickleBand) or visit their website via the link below!</p><p><a href="https://logcommand.wixsite.com/slapntickle?fbclid=IwAR3oexNT7zaUkO8vOxZJZFyaG_K0NkkFn7PkngCOCpbiBkPJZr2X01hSQgw" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://logcommand.wixsite.com/slapntickle</a></p><p>This is a free event open to the public!</p> 2022-03-08 23:45:00 -0600
6/24/229:30 p.m.Riverside Area Community Clubriverside -
Trekfest 37 - Dave Zollo and The Body Electric
<p>The long-awaited new release from Iowa City-based singer/songwriter/bandleader/producer, featuring 9 new songs and made with his touring band, The Body Electric, as well as many musical guests, and is co-produced by long-time musical partner Stephen Howard. Zollo is known for his work as a sideman with such American roots-music luminaries as Todd Snider, Greg Brown, The Pines, and William Elliot Whitmore (to name a few) but also for his work as songwriter and frontman of Iowa's alt-country pioneers, High and Lonesome, and the solo records he made with his own band. This is Zollo's first recording since leaving the record label he founded and ran from 1994-2005, Trailer Records, which put out releases by Greg Brown, Bo Ramsey, High and Lonesome, Pieta Brown, Brother Trucker and Kelly Pardekooper, among many others. As with Zollo's previous records, "For Hire" mixes rock and roll, blues, soul, gospel and honkey-tonk, to create a unique sound all his own. </p> 2022-03-09 15:00:00 -0600
6/25/2212:30 p.m.Riverside Area Community Clubriverside -
Trekfest 37 - Lucas Beebe
<p>Lucas Beebe is a solo singer/guitar player full time since 2013. Performing 100+ shows a year anywhere from garage parties to opening for major acts. Lucas has made a name for himself by headlining at the Knoxville Nationals, Iowa State Fair and other venues all over the Midwest.</p><p>He covers everything from Country, Matchbox 20, Ed Sheeran, Prince and much more!</p><p>For more information about Lucas Beebe and his music visit his Facebook Page!<br><a href="https://www.facebook.com/lucasbeebemusic/?__cft__[0]=AZUPgXCSa-BFYVV1ZmLLSDmapLXjB8nsOzVYFsKzFPaBqBu93sWkUaZJBpYRqoG8caS7u4z6Df1cXjrVoE5GRPjzLZsc2VCZdP8ZYomEzv0BNCYT0SkvNltN8TaFHfDssBE&__tn__=q" tabindex="0">https://www.facebook.com/lucasbeebemusic/</a></p><p>This is a free event and is open to the public!</p> 2022-03-09 17:30:00 -0600
6/25/223:30 p.m.Riverside Area Community Clubriverside -
Trekfest 37 - Trophy Dads Band
<p>Most guys buy a corvette when they reach their 40’s.<br>Not us. We formed a band and decided to melt faces instead!<br>The Trophy Dads are five dudes from Solon, Iowa that play a mixture of 80’s, 90s and 2000s rock. We bring high-energy that is guaranteed to get you off your feet and rocking out with us all night long!</p><p>For more information about this band go check out their Facebook page (Trophy Dads Band) or visit their website via the link below!</p><p><a href="https://trophydads.band/?fbclid=IwAR3B_uMwqyXOMDMO49IGg4JlwSWp1qqcxfw7ICHT0m4y9quIuhx2nMoqBWA" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://trophydads.band/</a></p><p>This is a free event open to the public!</p> 2022-03-09 21:00:00 -0600
6/25/226:00 p.m.Riverside Area Community Clubriverside -
Cedar Rapids Corvette Club Charity Car Show
<p>The Cedar Rapids Corvette Club is having our 2022 "Cruisin' the Ave" Charity Car Show on Saturday, June 11th at the Cedar Hills Community Church. The church is located at 6455 E Avenue N.W., Cedar Rapids. Our three local charities include: Clothe-A-Child, Miracles In Motion, and Brain Injury Alliance of Iowa (East Iowa Chapter). The event is held rain or shine with registration for car show participants starting at 8:00 AM with awards presented approximately 2:30 PM. The cost is $15.00 per entry. The car show is open free of charge to the public to view the cars.</p> 2022-05-18 15:00:00 -05006/11/228:00 a.m.Cedar Hills Community ChurchCedar Rapids -
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Artists Ending Homelessness
<p>This five-day online auction aims to engage a community of art enthusiasts. <em>Artists Ending Homelessness</em> will bring together local artists, art lovers, and other compassionate folks to raise awareness about issues surrounding homelessness in our community.</p><p><br></p><p>The auction features captivating ceramics, colorful acrylics, beautiful photography, and stunning jewelry. Art from a wide range of mediums is included in the auction, with each piece generously donated by local artists. This means that every dollar raised will provide needed funds to support Shelter House’s programs that directly help hundreds of adults, children, and families each year.</p> 2022-02-03 16:00:00 -0600
12/05/2212:00 a.m.OnlineIowa City -
Artists Ending Homelessness
<p>This five-day online auction aims to engage a community of art enthusiasts. <em>Artists Ending Homelessness</em> will bring together local artists, art lovers, and other compassionate folks to raise awareness about issues surrounding homelessness in our community.</p><p><br></p><p>The auction features captivating ceramics, colorful acrylics, beautiful photography, and stunning jewelry. Art from a wide range of mediums is included in the auction, with each piece generously donated by local artists. This means that every dollar raised will provide needed funds to support Shelter House’s programs that directly help hundreds of adults, children, and families each year.</p> 2022-12-05 16:00:00 -0600
12/05/2212:00 a.m.OnlineIowa City -
Artists Ending Homelessness
<p>This five-day online auction aims to engage a community of art enthusiasts. <em>Artists Ending Homelessness</em> will bring together local artists, art lovers, and other compassionate folks to raise awareness about issues surrounding homelessness in our community.</p><p><br></p><p>The auction features captivating ceramics, colorful acrylics, beautiful photography, and stunning jewelry. Art from a wide range of mediums is included in the auction, with each piece generously donated by local artists. This means that every dollar raised will provide needed funds to support Shelter House’s programs that directly help hundreds of adults, children, and families each year.</p> 2022-12-06 16:00:00 -0600
12/06/2212:00 a.m.OnlineIowa City -
Artists Ending Homelessness
<p>This five-day online auction aims to engage a community of art enthusiasts. <em>Artists Ending Homelessness</em> will bring together local artists, art lovers, and other compassionate folks to raise awareness about issues surrounding homelessness in our community.</p><p><br></p><p>The auction features captivating ceramics, colorful acrylics, beautiful photography, and stunning jewelry. Art from a wide range of mediums is included in the auction, with each piece generously donated by local artists. This means that every dollar raised will provide needed funds to support Shelter House’s programs that directly help hundreds of adults, children, and families each year.</p> 2022-12-07 16:00:00 -0600
12/07/2212:00 a.m.OnlineIowa City -
Artists Ending Homelessness
<p>This five-day online auction aims to engage a community of art enthusiasts. <em>Artists Ending Homelessness</em> will bring together local artists, art lovers, and other compassionate folks to raise awareness about issues surrounding homelessness in our community.</p><p><br></p><p>The auction features captivating ceramics, colorful acrylics, beautiful photography, and stunning jewelry. Art from a wide range of mediums is included in the auction, with each piece generously donated by local artists. This means that every dollar raised will provide needed funds to support Shelter House’s programs that directly help hundreds of adults, children, and families each year.</p> 2022-12-08 16:00:00 -0600
12/08/2212:00 a.m.OnlineIowa City -
Artists Ending Homelessness
<p>This five-day online auction aims to engage a community of art enthusiasts. <em>Artists Ending Homelessness</em> will bring together local artists, art lovers, and other compassionate folks to raise awareness about issues surrounding homelessness in our community.</p><p><br></p><p>The auction features captivating ceramics, colorful acrylics, beautiful photography, and stunning jewelry. Art from a wide range of mediums is included in the auction, with each piece generously donated by local artists. This means that every dollar raised will provide needed funds to support Shelter House’s programs that directly help hundreds of adults, children, and families each year.</p> 2022-12-09 16:00:00 -0600
12/09/2212:00 a.m.OnlineIowa City -
Gardening to Ease Stress & Anixety: Foraging Self-Compassion
<p>We will be on foraging self-compassion. This is for the perfectionist who desires to embrace the imperfect and experience more joy in the garden (and in life!). Learn the messy ways that nature thrives in the unpredictable world and the delicious abundance it offers in return. We will be foraging and tasting cultivated and wild plants, and noticing their non-judgmental natures.</p> 2022-04-15 18:00:00 -0500
6/24/224:00 p.m.Green Community Gardens at PrairiewoodsHiawatha -
Jun Gardening to Ease Stress & Anxiety: Coping Skills in the Garden
<p><em>Intentionally cultivate and grow your connection with the land through a hands-on gardening series</em></p><p><object data="https://retreatportal-dev-public.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/pw/images/C7CD12-Gardening%20to%20Ease%20Stress.jpeg" alt="Gardening to Ease Stress & Anxiety: A Four-Part Series" type="image/png"></object></p><p>Now more than ever, we need to return to our gardens. We all know instinctively how we feel better with time outside with wild plants. Intentionally cultivate and grow that connection in this four-part series. Easy-to-understand, scientifically proven benefits will be covered alongside hands-on gardening techniques. Offering many of the benefits of meditation, gardening can be a powerful mindfulness practice. All are welcome, whether we plan on growing an herb container garden in a window, joining a community garden for the first time or growing veggies in our own backyard.</p><p>Jen Kardos leads this four-part series:<br>1. The Undeniable Benefits of Time with Plants<br>2. Bring Your Worries to the Garden<br>3. Coping Skills in the Garden<br>4. Foraging Self-Compassion</p><p><strong>The Undeniable Benefits of Time with Plants</strong><br><strong>Friday, March 25, noon–1 p.m.</strong><br><em>Zoom session</em><br>This will be an easy-to-understand overview of the numerous evidenced-based benefits of time in gardens and nature. Much like our pets, nature can provide the unconditional love and sense of connection we are all seeking. An overview of future classes and easy plants to grow will be included.</p><p><strong>Bring Your Worries to the Garden</strong><br><strong>Friday, April 22, 4–6 p.m.</strong><br><em>Green Community Gardens at Prairiewoods</em><br>We are invited to bring our worries to the garden. We will experience hands-on all the ways our body's nervous system and immune system self-regulate in the garden. We will practice gardening techniques to nurture mind, body and spirit while developing practical bed preparation, seeding and transplanting skills.</p><p><strong>Coping Skills in the Garden</strong><br><strong>Friday, June 3, 4–6 p.m.</strong><br><em>Green Community Gardens at Prairiewoods</em><br>We will learn coping skills in the garden. We will enhance our plant-tending skills while gardening to reduce anxiety, improve mood and sooth the inner-critic. We will learn techniques of thinning and pruning and their applications in our lives. We will even be able to nibble on early harvests in the Garden of Eat’n!</p><p><strong>Foraging Self-Compassion</strong><br><strong>Friday, June 24, 4–6 p.m.</strong><br><em>Green Community Gardens at Prairiewoods</em><br>We will be on foraging self-compassion. This is for the perfectionist who desires to embrace the imperfect and experience more joy in the garden (and in life!). Learn the messy ways that nature thrives in the unpredictable world and the delicious abundance it offers in return. We will be foraging and tasting cultivated and wild plants, and noticing their non-judgmental natures.</p><p>The first online session is free, and each in-person session costs $20 (or register for the four-part series for $50 by calling 319-395-6700). Attendees are encouraged to sign up for the series, although registrations for only one or more individual sessions are welcomed.</p> 2022-04-21 18:00:00 -0500
6/03/224:00 p.m.Green Community Gardens at PrairiewoodsHiawatha -
Fairfax USA Days 5K Race
<p>This is a professionally timed event. Race statistics will be uploaded by the end of the day. Men's and women's prizes awarded for top finishers in various age categories. The course begins and ends at the Fairfax City Hall parking lot (same course as 2021). There are no highway crossings and the route is well marked on low traffic streets and trails. Volunteers will also be positioned to help guide race participants. A manned water station will be at the half-way point. Sponsored by Fairfax Lions Club.</p> 2022-05-11 09:00:00 -0500
6/25/228:00 a.m.City of Fairfax Community RoomFairfax -
Nurture Seeds and Soil
<p>Despite what our rushed society implies, late fall is a time to slow down and prepare for a long, rejuvenating winter rest.</p><p><br></p><p>During this class, we will explore the best practices for putting our gardens to bed and how these gardening activities can be applied to our lives for mental, physical and spiritual well-being. Seed-saving, weeding, mulching and cover-cropping will be practiced through fun, hands-on activities.</p><p><br></p><p>Organic methods will be learned; no synthetic pesticides or fertilizers will be discussed.</p><p><br></p><p>You are invited no matter your level of gardening experience. All are welcome.</p><p><br></p><p>Yummy snacks generously provided by New Pioneer Co-op.</p><p><br></p><p>CAN YOU LEAVE A LITTLE EARLY?</p><p>We realize the class may be a little late in the day. The first hour covers core concepts and the last half hour is hands-on practice. Please feel free to leave after the first hour if you need to get home.</p><p><br></p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>Clothes you don’t mind getting a little dirty</li><li>Gloves and a hat (optional)</li></ul><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $25 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p><br></p><p>This class is a part of a 4-class series. There is a<strong> 20% discount</strong> for registering for the series. (See separate Series: Grow Magical Garden Memories registration.)</p><p><br></p><p>Backyard Abundance members receive a 10% discount.</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.backyardabundance.org/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Backyard Abundance membership</a>.</li></ul><p>INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</p><p>We need a minimum of 10 attendees to host the class. Please invite friends and family to ensure the event happens as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.</p><p><br></p><p>EDUCATOR</p><p>Taught by Fred Meyer, permaculture designer, Master Gardener and Grandma’s gardening apprentice. Fred’s years of gardening and garden design experience will help answer your questions about specific challenges and opportunities in your garden.</p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>We meet at the Edible Classroom on the south side of the Robert A. Lee Community Center, 220 South Gilbert Street, Iowa City.</p><p><br></p><p>COVID-19</p><p>The event is held outside. Masks are optional. We will try to maintain 6' distancing.</p><p><br></p><p>SPONSORS AND PARTNERS</p><p>This class was developed in collaboration with many community partners using grant funding from the Johnson County Community Foundation and the Roy A. Hunt Foundation. It would not be possible without these sponsors and supporters. Please frequent these generous organizations to thank them for donations of time, materials and funds.</p><ul><li><a href="https://cfjc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Johnson County Community Foundation</a></li><li><a href="https://rahuntfdn.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Roy A. Hunt Foundation</a></li><li><a href="https://www.icgov.org/?id=1082" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department</a></li><li><a href="https://100grannies.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">100 Grannies</a></li><li><a href="https://www.earlmay.com/locations/iowa-city-iowa" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Earl May Garden Center</a></li><li><a href="https://www.extension.iastate.edu/johnson/master-gardener-program" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Master Gardeners of Johnson County</a></li><li><a href="https://www.newpi.coop/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">New Pioneer Food Co-op</a></li></ul> 2022-04-18 19:30:00 -0500
10/12/226:00 p.m.Backyard AbundanceIowa City -
Jul This Ability-Holistic Dance July
<div data-hook="about-section"><h2 data-hook="about">About the Event</h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>Jhe and Jenni both live with bilateral disabilities and chronic pain and have decided to entitle this form of movement “This Ability’’ as opposed to the term disability. We want to encourage all peoples, especially those who may be in mental and physical pain, to trust themselves through non-judgmental movement using the vehicle of sacred geometry.</p><p>The five elements, including their geometric shapes, are:</p><ul><li>Earth- Cube</li><li>Water-Icosahedron</li><li>Air-Octahedron</li><li>Fire-Tetrahedron</li><li>Ether-Dodecahedron</li></ul><p>We will be creating a safe space for people of all ages and experiences to be held in community movement and exploration, regardless of their current mental or mobility struggles.</p><p><br></p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>Weather appropriate, comfortable dress</li><li>Any items you'd like to incorporate into dance</li></ul><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $20 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p><br></p><p>This class is a part of a 4-class series. There is a<strong> 20% discount</strong> for registering for the series. (See separate Series: This Ability-Holistic Dance registration).</p><p><br></p><p>Backyard Abundance members receive a 10% discount.</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.backyardabundance.org/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Backyard Abundance membership</a>.</li></ul><p>INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</p><p>We need a minimum of 10 attendees to host the class. Please invite friends and family to ensure the event happens as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.</p><p><br></p><p>EDUCATOR</p><p>Jhe Russell is a holistic dance healer. He received his MFA from University of Iowa in choreography and dance. He is able to weave together and connect traditional ballet positions with the elementary teachings of the 5 elements. Every human being has a head, two arms and two legs which equals the five elements. In ballet there are five major positions which relate to the five elements.</p><p><br></p><p>Jenni Rose</p><p>From the age of five Jenni had the opportunity to dance with various dance studios and participated on the Solon High School dance team. She went on to study photography in Chicago, at Harrington School of Design and spent her twenties focused on learning about weaving, natural and synthetic dye processes, and shearing sheep. She interned at The Chicago Weaving School for 2 years, and through that process developed her own weaving curriculum that she then taught to the age of preschool to adult, in Chicago and Seattle. In 2018 she suffered an undiagnosed inflammatory episode that caused significant neuropathy and mobility loss. She has learned a lot through her personal healing journey and contributes most of that healing to the gift of a grateful mindset and a good mother. </p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>Wetherby Park, 2400 Taylor Dr, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA</p><p><br></p><p>COVID-19</p><p>The event is held outside. Masks are optional. We will try to maintain 6' distancing.</p><p><br></p><p>SPONSORS AND PARTNERS</p><p>This class was developed in collaboration with many community partners using grant funding from the Johnson County Community Foundation and the Roy A. Hunt Foundation. It would not be possible without these sponsors and supporters. Please frequent these generous organizations to thank them for donations of time, materials and funds.</p><ul><li><a href="https://cfjc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Johnson County Community Foundation</a></li><li><a href="https://rahuntfdn.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Roy A. Hunt Foundation</a></li><li><a href="https://www.icgov.org/?id=1082" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department</a></li><li><a href="https://100grannies.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">100 Grannies</a></li><li><a href="https://www.earlmay.com/locations/iowa-city-iowa" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Earl May Garden Center</a></li><li><a href="https://www.extension.iastate.edu/johnson/master-gardener-program" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Master Gardeners of Johnson County</a></li><li><a href="https://www.newpi.coop/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">New Pioneer Food Co-op</a></li></ul></div></div></div> 2022-04-18 14:00:00 -0500
7/30/221:00 p.m.Wetherby Park Edible ForestIowa City -
This Ability-Holistic Dance May
<div data-hook="about-section"><h2 data-hook="about">About the Event</h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>Jhe and Jenni both live with bilateral disabilities and chronic pain and have decided to entitle this form of movement “This Ability’’ as opposed to the term disability. We want to encourage all peoples, especially those who may be in mental and physical pain, to trust themselves through non-judgmental movement using the vehicle of sacred geometry.</p><p>The five elements, including their geometric shapes, are:</p><ul><li>Earth- Cube</li><li>Water-Icosahedron</li><li>Air-Octahedron</li><li>Fire-Tetrahedron</li><li>Ether-Dodecahedron</li></ul><p>We will be creating a safe space for people of all ages and experiences to be held in community movement and exploration, regardless of their current mental or mobility struggles.</p><p><br></p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>Weather appropriate, comfortable dress</li><li>Any items you'd like to incorporate into dance</li></ul><p><br></p><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $20 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p><br></p><p>This class is a part of a 4-class series. There is a<strong> 20% discount</strong> for registering for the series. (See separate Series: This Ability-Holistic Dance registration).</p><p><br></p><p>Backyard Abundance members receive a 10% discount.</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.backyardabundance.org/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Backyard Abundance membership</a>.</li></ul><p>INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</p><p>We need a minimum of 10 attendees to host the class. Please invite friends and family to ensure the event happens as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.</p><p><br></p><p>EDUCATORS</p><p>Jhe Russell is a holistic dance healer. He received his MFA from University of Iowa in choreography and dance. He is able to weave together and connect traditional ballet positions with the elementary teachings of the 5 elements. Every human being has a head, two arms and two legs which equals the five elements. In ballet there are five major positions which relate to the five elements.</p><p><br></p><p> Jenni Rose</p><p>From the age of five Jenni had the opportunity to dance with various dance studios and participated on the Solon High School dance team. She went on to study photography in Chicago, at Harrington School of Design and spent her twenties focused on learning about weaving, natural and synthetic dye processes, and shearing sheep. She interned at The Chicago Weaving School for 2 years, and through that process developed her own weaving curriculum that she then taught to the age of preschool to adult, in Chicago and Seattle. In 2018 she suffered an undiagnosed inflammatory episode that caused significant neuropathy and mobility loss. She has learned a lot through her personal healing journey and contributes most of that healing to the gift of a grateful mindset and a good mother. </p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>College Green Park, 600 E College St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA</p><p><br></p><p>COVID-19</p><p>The event is held outside. Masks are optional. We will try to maintain 6' distancing.</p><p><br></p><p>SPONSORS AND PARTNERS</p><p>This class was developed in collaboration with many community partners using grant funding from the Johnson County Community Foundation and the Roy A. Hunt Foundation. It would not be possible without these sponsors and supporters. Please frequent these generous organizations to thank them for donations of time, materials and funds.</p><ul><li><a href="https://cfjc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Johnson County Community Foundation</a></li><li><a href="https://rahuntfdn.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Roy A. Hunt Foundation</a></li><li><a href="https://www.icgov.org/?id=1082" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department</a></li><li><a href="https://100grannies.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">100 Grannies</a></li><li><a href="https://www.earlmay.com/locations/iowa-city-iowa" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Earl May Garden Center</a></li><li><a href="https://www.extension.iastate.edu/johnson/master-gardener-program" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Master Gardeners of Johnson County</a></li><li><a href="https://www.newpi.coop/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">New Pioneer Food Co-op</a></li></ul></div></div></div> 2022-04-21 19:00:00 -0500
5/26/226:00 p.m.College Green ParkIowa City -
Concert in the Commons: Cedar Rapids Community Orchestra String Quintet
<p>A string quartet from the Cedar Rapids Community Orchestra will perform classical and contemporary music. Enjoy this matinee concert while you browse or have a cup of coffee at Roaster's Coffeehouse.</p> 2022-04-19 12:30:00 -0500
6/10/2212:00 p.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
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Irresistible Plant Tricks
<h2 data-hook="about"><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">About the Event</span></strong></h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>Which plants must grow in your yard? Do you often encounter a plant that, for some unexplainable reason, makes you always pause and ponder it for a while?</p><p>In <a href="https://bookshop.org/shop/backyardabundance" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank"><em>The Botany of Desire</em></a>, Michael Pollan describes how the allure of certain plants causes us to fall in love with them. During this class, we will learn the physical and magical ways plants entice us to help them thrive. We will take this knowing into our gardens and parks to understand how we can better care for our plant friends, but more importantly, how they can care for us.</p><p>You are invited no matter your level of gardening experience. All are welcome.</p><p>Yummy snacks generously provided by New Pioneer Co-op.</p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">CAN YOU LEAVE A LITTLE EARLY?</span></strong></p><p>We realize the class may be a little late in the day. The first hour covers core concepts and the last half hour is hands-on practice. Please feel free to leave after the first hour if you need to get home.</p><p><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong>THINGS TO BRING</strong></span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Clothes you don’t mind getting a little dirty.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">A notebook and a pen/pencil for writing and drawing.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Gloves and a hat (optional).</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">A cup for tea (optional).</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">A list of plants that you love (optional).</span></li></ul><p><br></p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">REGISTRATION</span></strong></p><p>Sliding scale fee: $25 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p>This class is a part of a 4-class series. There is a<strong> 20% discount</strong> for registering for the series. (See separate Series: Grow Magical Garden Memories registration).</p><p>Backyard Abundance members receive a 10% discount.</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.backyardabundance.org/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Learn about Backyard Abundance membership</span></a><span style="font-size: 14px;">.</span></li></ul><p>INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</p><p>We need a minimum of 10 attendees to host the class. Please invite friends and family to ensure the event happens as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.</p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">EDUCATOR</span></strong></p><p>Taught by Fred Meyer, permaculture designer, Master Gardener and Grandma’s gardening apprentice. Fred’s years of gardening and garden design experience will help answer your questions about specific challenges and opportunities in your garden.</p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">LOCATION</span></strong></p><p>We meet at the Edible Classroom on the south side of the Robert A. Lee Community Center, 220 South Gilbert Street, Iowa City.</p><p><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong>COVID-19</strong></span></p><p>The event is held outside. Masks are optional. We will try to maintain 6' distancing.</p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">SPONSORS AND PARTNERS</span></strong></p><p>This class was developed in collaboration with many community partners using grant funding from the Johnson County Community Foundation and the Roy A. Hunt Foundation. It would not be possible without these sponsors and supporters. Please frequent these generous organizations to thank them for donations of time, materials and funds.</p><ul><li><a href="https://cfjc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 14px;">Johnson County Community Foundation</span></a></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;"><a href="https://rahuntfdn.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Roy A. Hunt Foundation</a></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;"><a href="https://www.icgov.org/?id=1082" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department</a></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;"><a href="https://100grannies.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">100 Grannies</a></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;"><a href="https://www.earlmay.com/locations/iowa-city-iowa" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Earl May Garden Center</a></span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;"><a href="https://www.extension.iastate.edu/johnson/master-gardener-program" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Master Gardeners of Johnson County</a></span></li><li><a href="https://www.newpi.coop/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 14px;">New Pioneer Food Co-op</span></a></li></ul></div></div> 2022-04-15 19:30:00 -0500
7/13/226:00 p.m.Edible ClassroomIowa City -
Series: This Ability-Holistic Dance
<div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>Jhe and Jenni both live with bilateral disabilities and chronic pain and have decided to entitle this form of movement “This Ability’’ as opposed to the term disability. We want to encourage all peoples, especially those who may be in mental and physical pain, to trust themselves through non-judgmental movement using the vehicle of sacred geometry. </p><p><br></p><p>The five elements, including their geometric shapes, are: </p><ul><li>Earth- Cube</li><li>Water-Icosahedron</li><li>Air-Octahedron</li><li>Fire-Tetrahedron</li><li>Ether-Dodecahedron</li></ul><p>This series includes 4 classes:</p><ul><li>May 26: College Green Park, Iowa City </li><li>Jun 25: James Alan McPherson Park, Iowa City</li><li>Jul 30: Wetherby Park, Iowa City </li><li>Aug 27: Central Park, Coralville</li></ul><p>We will create a safe space for people of all ages and experiences to be held in community movement and exploration, regardless of their current mental or mobility struggles.</p><p><br></p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>Weather appropriate, comfortable dress</li><li>Any items you'd like to incorporate into dance</li></ul><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $80 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Save 20%</strong> by registering here for all 4 classes in the series.</p><p><br></p><p>Backyard Abundance members receive a 10% discount.</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.backyardabundance.org/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Backyard Abundance membership</a>.</li></ul><p>INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</p><p>We need a minimum of 10 attendees to host the classes. <strong>Please invite friends and family</strong> to ensure the events happen as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.</p><p><br></p><p>EDUCATORS</p><p>Jhe Russell is a holistic dance healer. He received his MFA from University of Iowa in choreography and dance. He is able to weave together and connect traditional ballet positions with the elementary teachings of the 5 elements. Every human being has a head, two arms and two legs which equals the five elements. In ballet there are five major positions which relate to the five elements.</p><p><br></p><p>Jenni Rose</p><p>From the age of five Jenni had the opportunity to dance with various dance studios and participated on the Solon High School dance team. She went on to study photography in Chicago, at Harrington School of Design and spent her twenties focused on learning about weaving, natural and synthetic dye processes, and shearing sheep. She interned at The Chicago Weaving School for 2 years, and through that process developed her own weaving curriculum that she then taught to the age of preschool to adult, in Chicago and Seattle. In 2018 she suffered an undiagnosed inflammatory episode that caused significant neuropathy and mobility loss. She has learned a lot through her personal healing journey and contributes most of that healing to the gift of a grateful mindset and a good mother. </p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>College Green Park, James Allen-Mcpherson Park,Wetherby Park in Iowa City and Central Park in Coralville</p><p><br></p><p>COVID-19</p><p>The event is held outside. Masks are optional. We will try to maintain 6' distancing.</p><p><br></p><p>SPONSORS AND PARTNERS</p><p>This class was developed in collaboration with many community partners using grant funding from the Johnson County Community Foundation and the Roy A. Hunt Foundation. It would not be possible without these sponsors and supporters. Please frequent these generous organizations to thank them for donations of time, materials and funds.</p><ul><li><a href="https://cfjc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Johnson County Community Foundation</a></li><li><a href="https://rahuntfdn.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Roy A. Hunt Foundation</a></li><li><a href="https://www.icgov.org/?id=1082" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department</a></li><li><a href="https://100grannies.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">100 Grannies</a></li><li><a href="https://www.earlmay.com/locations/iowa-city-iowa" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Earl May Garden Center</a></li><li><a href="https://www.extension.iastate.edu/johnson/master-gardener-program" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Master Gardeners of Johnson County</a></li><li><a href="https://www.newpi.coop/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">New Pioneer Food Co-op</a></li></ul></div></div><p><button aria-controls="events-details-page-about-inner" aria-expanded="true" data-hook="about-section-button">Read Less ></button></p> 2022-04-21 19:00:00 -0500
5/26/225:55 p.m.Park Tour Around Iowa CityIowa City -
Flower Crown Workshop
<p>Join us in celebrating the autumn equinox. Commune together the evening of the equinox, while making autumnal folk flower crowns. Explore a brief history of the purpose and role of these headdresses and step by step directions for making one of your own. We will also discuss how best to preserve your flower crown as decorative adornment or ritualistic use. </p><p><br></p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>Weather friendly clothing</li><li>A notebook and a pen/pencil for writing and drawing (optional)</li></ul><p><br></p><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $25 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p><br></p><p>This class is a part of a 3-class series. There is a<strong> 20% discount</strong> for registering for the series. (See separate Series: Folk Crafting With Nature registration).</p><p><br></p><p>Backyard Abundance members receive a 10% discount.</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.backyardabundance.org/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Backyard Abundance membership</a>.</li></ul><p>INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</p><p>We need a minimum of 10 attendees to host the class. Please invite friends and family to ensure the event happens as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.</p><p><br></p><p>EDUCATOR</p><p>Annie Ventullo, is a folk crafter, mushroom hunter and lover of the woods. When she isn't playing with forest-found items, she is a practicing ecotherapist and death doula. </p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>Happy Hallow Park, 800 Brown St, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA</p><p><br></p><p>COVID-19</p><p>The event is held outside. Masks are optional. We will try to maintain 6' distancing.</p><p><br></p><p>SPONSORS AND PARTNERS</p><p>This class was developed in collaboration with many community partners using grant funding from the Johnson County Community Foundation and the Roy A. Hunt Foundation. It would not be possible without these sponsors and supporters. Please frequent these generous organizations to thank them for donations of time, materials and funds.</p><ul><li><a href="https://cfjc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Johnson County Community Foundation</a></li><li><a href="https://rahuntfdn.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Roy A. Hunt Foundation</a></li><li><a href="https://www.icgov.org/?id=1082" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department</a></li><li><a href="https://100grannies.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">100 Grannies</a></li><li><a href="https://www.earlmay.com/locations/iowa-city-iowa" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Earl May Garden Center</a></li><li><a href="https://www.extension.iastate.edu/johnson/master-gardener-program" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Master Gardeners of Johnson County</a></li><li><a href="https://www.newpi.coop/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">New Pioneer Food Co-op</a></li></ul> 2022-04-18 19:00:00 -0500
9/22/225:30 p.m.Happy Hallow ParkIowa City -
Rituals and Altars at Harvest Preserve: A Mindful Practice
<p>Join us in learning about the use of ritual and altars within your own healing work, including the benefits of their use as well as how they may provide enhancements to current practices. You will be led through a series of self explorations, focusing on inner growth.</p><p><br></p><p>Consider bringing talismans/charms that are meaningful to you, as well as natural material offerings to leave at altars. You will also be invited to find offerings which call to you as we journey our way through the Preserve.</p><p><br></p><p>There will be a brisk hike and mindful practices throughout the experience. </p><p><br></p><p>If you attended our prior event, please come 30 minutes after start time to commune, participate and revisit these practices.</p><p><br></p><p>Dress warmly, this is an <strong>all outdoor</strong> event.</p><p><br></p><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $30 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p>Harvest Preserve and Backyard Abundance members receive a 10% discount.</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.backyardabundance.org/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Backyard Abundance membership</a>.</li><li><a href="https://www.harvestpreserve.org/membership-volunteer" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Harvest Preserve membership.</a></li></ul><p>INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</p><p>We need a minimum of 12 attendees to host the class. <strong>Please invite friends and family</strong> to ensure the event happens as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.</p><p><br></p><p>EDUCATOR</p><p>Guided by Anne Ventullo, Eco-therapist, mindful practitioner and lover of the woods. </p><p><br></p><p>COVID 19 POLICY</p><p>The event is held outside. Masks are optional. We will try to maintain 6' distancing.</p><p><br></p><p>SPONSORS AND PARTNERS</p><p>This class was developed in collaboration with many community partners using grant funding from the Johnson County Community Foundation and the Roy A. Hunt Foundation. It would not be possible without these sponsors and supporters. Please frequent these generous organizations to thank them for donations of time, materials and funds.</p><ul><li><a href="https://cfjc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Johnson County Community Foundation</a></li><li><a href="https://rahuntfdn.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Roy A. Hunt Foundation</a></li><li><a href="https://www.icgov.org/?id=1082" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department</a></li><li><a href="https://100grannies.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">100 Grannies</a></li><li><a href="https://www.earlmay.com/locations/iowa-city-iowa" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Earl May Garden Center</a></li><li><a href="https://www.extension.iastate.edu/johnson/master-gardener-program" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Master Gardeners of Johnson County</a></li><li><a href="https://www.newpi.coop/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">New Pioneer Food Co-op</a></li></ul> 2022-04-18 12:00:00 -0500
10/15/2210:00 a.m.Backyard AbundanceIowa City -
Autumn Wild Medicine
<p>Nature reveals a different path in Autumn and beckons us to explore further on. Learn about rosehips, autumn olive, pine, and turkey tail mushrooms, and how to prepare these and other seasonal finds. Taste a yummy wild snack. We will spend a portion of this class creating simple ceremonies which can be brought into wildcrafting practices to acknowledge the land and medicine plants.</p><p><br></p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>A water bottle</li><li>A small bag</li><li>Tool of choice for harvesting a handful of herbs</li></ul><p>Please wear standard attire for hands-on, outdoor learning.</p><p><br></p><p>Tell us if mobility accommodations may be needed, as we will cover a good bit of ground during the class.</p><p><br></p><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $25 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p><br></p><p>This class is a part of a 4-class series. There is a<strong> 20% discount </strong>for registering for the series. (See separate Series: Medicinal Wildcrafting registration).</p><p><br></p><p>Backyard Abundance members receive a 10% discount.</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.backyardabundance.org/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Backyard Abundance membership</a>.</li></ul><p>Please register soon: The class is limited to 20 people.</p><p><br></p><p>INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</p><p>We need a minimum of 10 attendees to host the class. Please invite friends and family to ensure the event happens as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.</p><p><br></p><p>EDUCATOR</p><p>Guided by Mandy Dickerson, Iowa City Herbalist and Certified TriYoga Teacher, Owner of Plantchanters Garden LLC</p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>Muddy Creek Preserve, 2806 Muddy Creek Ln, Coralville, IA 52241, USA</p><p><br></p><p>COVID-19</p><p>The event is held outside. Masks are optional. We will try to maintain 6' distancing.</p><p><br></p><p>SPONSORS AND PARTNERS</p><p>This class was developed in collaboration with many community partners using grant funding from the Johnson County Community Foundation and the Roy A. Hunt Foundation. It would not be possible without these sponsors and supporters. Please frequent these generous organizations to thank them for donations of time, materials and funds.</p><ul><li><a href="https://cfjc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Johnson County Community Foundation</a></li><li><a href="https://rahuntfdn.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Roy A. Hunt Foundation</a></li><li><a href="https://www.icgov.org/?id=1082" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department</a></li><li><a href="https://100grannies.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">100 Grannies</a></li><li><a href="https://www.earlmay.com/locations/iowa-city-iowa" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Earl May Garden Center</a></li><li><a href="https://www.extension.iastate.edu/johnson/master-gardener-program" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Master Gardeners of Johnson County</a></li><li><a href="https://www.newpi.coop/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">New Pioneer Food Co-op</a></li></ul> 2022-04-18 15:30:00 -0500
9/11/222:00 p.m.Muddy Creek PreserveCoralville -
Yoga Outside: July
<div data-hook="about-section"><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>Tap into your wild peace and deep presence. All-level yoga to help you come back to the body, calm the mind, and expand your comfort zone. We will ask the tall, old stones and trees to support a sense of place while we breathe with the green.</p><p>Classes will be customized based on the needs of attendees. Tell us if any accommodations are needed for inclusion. We will reschedule meetings in bad weather.</p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>your mat</li><li>water bottle</li><li>any props you might want</li></ul><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $20 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p>This class is a part of a 7-class series. There is a <strong>20% discount</strong> for registering for the series. (See separate Series: Yoga Outside registration).</p><p>Harvest Preserve and Backyard Abundance members receive a 10% discount.</p><ul><li><a href="https://www.backyardabundance.org/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Backyard Abundance membership</a>.</li><li><a href="https://www.harvestpreserve.org/membership-volunteer" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Harvest Preserve membership.</a></li></ul><p>Attendance is capped at 15.</p><p>INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</p><p>We need a minimum of 10 attendees to host the classes. <strong>Please invite friends and family</strong> to ensure the events happen as scheduled. We would love to meet your loved ones.</p><p>EDUCATOR</p><p>Guided by Mandy Dickerson, Iowa City Herbalist and Certified TriYoga Teacher, Owner of Plantchanters Garden LLC</p><p>LOCATION</p><p>Harvest Preserve, 1645 N Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52245</p><p>COVID-19</p><p>The event is held outside. Masks are optional. We will try to maintain 6' distancing.</p><p>SPONSORS AND PARTNERS</p><p>This class was developed in collaboration with many community partners using grant funding from the Johnson County Community Foundation and the Roy A. Hunt Foundation. It would not be possible without these sponsors and supporters. Please frequent these generous organizations to thank them for donations of time, materials and funds.</p><ul><li><a href="https://cfjc.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Johnson County Community Foundation</a></li><li><a href="https://rahuntfdn.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Roy A. Hunt Foundation</a></li><li><a href="https://www.icgov.org/?id=1082" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Iowa City Parks and Recreation Department</a></li><li><a href="https://100grannies.org/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">100 Grannies</a></li><li><a href="https://www.earlmay.com/locations/iowa-city-iowa" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Earl May Garden Center</a></li><li><a href="https://www.extension.iastate.edu/johnson/master-gardener-program" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Master Gardeners of Johnson County</a></li><li><a href="https://www.newpi.coop/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">New Pioneer Food Co-op</a></li></ul></div></div></div> 2022-04-18 19:30:00 -0500
7/27/226:30 p.m.Harvest PreserveIowa City