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Journeys - Eat Well. Be Well.

Journeys is a social group that meets monthly at The Legacy Center at Murdoch-Linwood, offering opportunities to share a safe space with others who have experienced a loss.  All are welcome.The April Journeys meeting will begin at 2:30 p.m. on Monday, April 10, 2023, at Murdoch-Linwood: 520 Wilson Avenue SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. Then the group will travel together to the Wilson Avenue Hy-Vee for a tour and discussion about nutrition and self-care following a loss, facilitated by dietitian Nicole Johnson, RD,LD.Call (319) 364-1549 for more information.

4/10/23 2023-04-10 14:30:00 -0500

2:30 p.m.

Murdoch-Linwood Legacy Center
Cedar Rapids

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Connection Recovery Support Group

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult 18+ who is experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who have been there. NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.<ul><li>Connection is:</li><li>Free of cost to participants</li><li>Designed for adults (18+) with mental health condition(s)</li><li>Led by people with mental health conditions</li><li>90 minutes long & meets every other week</li><li>Confidential</li><li>Free of advice - only suggestions are offered</li></ul><h5>What You’ll Gain</h5><h5>By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.</h5><a href="https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection" target="_blank">https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection</a> 2023-04-17 19:30:00 -0500

4/17/23 2023-04-17 18:00:00 -0500

6:00 p.m.

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Linn County
Cedar Rapids

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Connection Recovery Support Group

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult 18+ who is experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who have been there. NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.<ul><li>Connection is:</li><li>Free of cost to participants</li><li>Designed for adults (18+) with mental health condition(s)</li><li>Led by people with mental health conditions</li><li>90 minutes long & meets every other week</li><li>Confidential</li><li>Free of advice - only suggestions are offered</li></ul><h5>What You’ll Gain</h5><h5>By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.</h5><a href="https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection" target="_blank">https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection</a> 2023-05-15 19:30:00 -0500

5/15/23 2023-05-15 18:00:00 -0500

6:00 p.m.

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Linn County
Cedar Rapids

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Connection Recovery Support Group

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult 18+ who is experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who have been there. NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.<ul><li>Connection is:</li><li>Free of cost to participants</li><li>Designed for adults (18+) with mental health condition(s)</li><li>Led by people with mental health conditions</li><li>90 minutes long & meets every other week</li><li>Confidential</li><li>Free of advice - only suggestions are offered</li></ul><h5>What You’ll Gain</h5><h5>By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.</h5><a href="https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection" target="_blank">https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection</a> 2023-06-19 19:30:00 -0500

6/19/23 2023-06-19 18:00:00 -0500

6:00 p.m.

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Linn County
Cedar Rapids

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Connection Recovery Support Group

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult 18+ who is experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who have been there. NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.<ul><li>Connection is:</li><li>Free of cost to participants</li><li>Designed for adults (18+) with mental health condition(s)</li><li>Led by people with mental health conditions</li><li>90 minutes long & meets every other week</li><li>Confidential</li><li>Free of advice - only suggestions are offered</li></ul><h5>What You’ll Gain</h5><h5>By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.</h5><a href="https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection" target="_blank">https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection</a> 2023-07-17 19:30:00 -0500

7/17/23 2023-07-17 18:00:00 -0500

6:00 p.m.

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Linn County
Cedar Rapids

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Connection Recovery Support Group

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult 18+ who is experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who have been there. NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.<ul><li>Connection is:</li><li>Free of cost to participants</li><li>Designed for adults (18+) with mental health condition(s)</li><li>Led by people with mental health conditions</li><li>90 minutes long & meets every other week</li><li>Confidential</li><li>Free of advice - only suggestions are offered</li></ul><h5>What You’ll Gain</h5><h5>By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.</h5><a href="https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection" target="_blank">https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection</a> 2023-08-21 19:30:00 -0500

8/21/23 2023-08-21 18:00:00 -0500

6:00 p.m.

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Linn County
Cedar Rapids

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Connection Recovery Support Group

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult 18+ who is experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who have been there. NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.<ul><li>Connection is:</li><li>Free of cost to participants</li><li>Designed for adults (18+) with mental health condition(s)</li><li>Led by people with mental health conditions</li><li>90 minutes long & meets every other week</li><li>Confidential</li><li>Free of advice - only suggestions are offered</li></ul><h5>What You’ll Gain</h5><h5>By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.</h5><a href="https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection" target="_blank">https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection</a> 2023-09-18 19:30:00 -0500

9/18/23 2023-09-18 18:00:00 -0500

6:00 p.m.

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Linn County
Cedar Rapids

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Connection Recovery Support Group

NAMI Connection Recovery Support Group is a free, peer-led support group for any adult 18+ who is experiencing symptoms of a mental health condition. You will gain insight from hearing the challenges and successes of others, and the groups are led by trained leaders who have been there. NAMI’s support groups are unique because they follow a structured model to ensure you and others in the group have an opportunity to be heard and to get what you need.<ul><li>Connection is:</li><li>Free of cost to participants</li><li>Designed for adults (18+) with mental health condition(s)</li><li>Led by people with mental health conditions</li><li>90 minutes long & meets every other week</li><li>Confidential</li><li>Free of advice - only suggestions are offered</li></ul><h5>What You’ll Gain</h5><h5>By sharing your experiences in a safe and confidential setting, you can gain hope and feel a sense of connection. The group encourages empathy, productive discussion and a sense of community. You'll benefit from other's experiences, discover your inner strength and empower yourself by sharing your own experiences in a non-judgmental space.</h5><a href="https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection" target="_blank">https://nami.org/Support-Education/Support-Groups/NAMI-Connection</a> 2023-10-16 19:30:00 -0500

10/16/23 2023-10-16 18:00:00 -0500

6:00 p.m.

NAMI (National Alliance on Mental Illness) of Linn County
Cedar Rapids

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Walk With Ease

Mon, Wed, Fri, March 22 - April 28, 9:00-10:00 amLocation: North Liberty Community CenterRegister online at <a draggable="false" href="http://northliberty.recdesk.com" rel="noopener" target="_blank">northliberty.recdesk.com</a> or in person at NL Community CenterCertified Leader: Michelle Buhman, BBA, MFCSThe Arthritis Foundation Walk With Ease Program is an evidence-based program that has been proven to improve the quality of life of people with arthritis. The program can benefit people with or without arthritis who want to live a healthier lifestyle. It’s a fun, safe six-week program, done as a group with a trained leader. Walk With Ease is a multi-component program that includes health education, stretching exercises, and motivational strategies to stay physically active. This program is known to improve physical and mental health, teach proper stretching and pain management techniques, and build stamina, strength, confidence, and walking pace. This group will meet three times per week for approximately 45 minutes. Each session will include time for socializing, announcements, discussion, warm-up, stretches, walking, and cool down. 2023-03-03 10:00:00 -0600

3/22/23 2023-03-22 09:00:00 -0500

9:00 a.m.

North Liberty Community Center
North Liberty

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Comedian Sam Tallent at The Lucky Cat

Doors 7 pm | Show 8 pm | 21+ only Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the doorSam Tallent (“the absurd voice of a surreal generation” -The Denver Post) is a comedian and novelist. For the last decade he has performed more than 45 weekends per year in North America, Asia, Australia and Europe. His writing has appeared in Birdy Magazine and on <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FVICE.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3Lcrfio4cPx-JxXTjOkC-A2udl71_T4K6zFdcXm62lkdlKkgwjE42HUDk&h=AT1e1DXJ1dFgGgRNL-uh9BwMI9yJyUc8GHFbwm9nI2LqpXUYsxfHVttzJo5X6mOspmPizbDYWQAdzl8gNAhGsaMwx6AbsdQgurjgeDR47SHwXLPQXPwPtT36HneLA_XAQg&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT2qq3PAJt7EdWXrDGiZ3re52ID4Clzq21Ty7yKvikksTBWAXUgf2TGJD1T3RnDJVBZbtXi3gYexzDSdU7hfLC-6EPtJoWpBtaAvJc2I7VICXIL53HchvIva464pCkj9GvX1aDzqr4tK0tVbTSya9n_N9MSI" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">VICE.com</a> and he’s told jokes on Comedy Central, TruTV and VICELAND. His acclaimed debut novel, Running the Light (Doug Stanhope: “the best fictional representation of comedy in any medium ever”, Marc Maron: “a beautiful rendering of a dark reality”), heralded as the definitive book on stand up comedy, is soon to be a major motion picture, and his novella ATTABOY was published as an Audible Original. Waiting for Death to Claim Us, his comedy special, is available on Amazon Prime. He lives in Colorado and cooks dinner for his wife every night. 2023-02-06 22:00:00 -0600

4/14/23 2023-04-14 20:00:00 -0500

8:00 p.m.

The Lucky Cat Comedy & Events
Cedar Rapids

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Comedian Sam Tallent at The Lucky Cat

Doors 7 pm | Show 8 pm | 21+ only Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the doorSam Tallent (“the absurd voice of a surreal generation” -The Denver Post) is a comedian and novelist. For the last decade he has performed more than 45 weekends per year in North America, Asia, Australia and Europe. His writing has appeared in Birdy Magazine and on <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2FVICE.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3Lcrfio4cPx-JxXTjOkC-A2udl71_T4K6zFdcXm62lkdlKkgwjE42HUDk&h=AT1e1DXJ1dFgGgRNL-uh9BwMI9yJyUc8GHFbwm9nI2LqpXUYsxfHVttzJo5X6mOspmPizbDYWQAdzl8gNAhGsaMwx6AbsdQgurjgeDR47SHwXLPQXPwPtT36HneLA_XAQg&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT2qq3PAJt7EdWXrDGiZ3re52ID4Clzq21Ty7yKvikksTBWAXUgf2TGJD1T3RnDJVBZbtXi3gYexzDSdU7hfLC-6EPtJoWpBtaAvJc2I7VICXIL53HchvIva464pCkj9GvX1aDzqr4tK0tVbTSya9n_N9MSI" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">VICE.com</a> and he’s told jokes on Comedy Central, TruTV and VICELAND. His acclaimed debut novel, Running the Light (Doug Stanhope: “the best fictional representation of comedy in any medium ever”, Marc Maron: “a beautiful rendering of a dark reality”), heralded as the definitive book on stand up comedy, is soon to be a major motion picture, and his novella ATTABOY was published as an Audible Original. Waiting for Death to Claim Us, his comedy special, is available on Amazon Prime. He lives in Colorado and cooks dinner for his wife every night. 2023-04-15 22:00:00 -0500

4/15/23 2023-04-15 20:00:00 -0500

8:00 p.m.

The Lucky Cat Comedy & Events
Cedar Rapids

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Bridge to Opportunities for Older Adults

Silly, fun, or serious Hat Contest.  Join us for some fun by participating in our hat contest.  You can choose a silly or serious design for your creation.  Think of a theme; perhaps a passion of yours.  Bring an old hat and some items for your theme to decorate your hat.  Perhaps fish, biking, nature, or pet items.  An example of a serious message hat, ‘Medication Matters,’ hat is on display.  We will end with a ‘fashion show’ and share the inspiration for our hats.Bridge to Opportunities meets at Four Oaks Bridge Campus, 2100 1st Ave. NE, Cedar Rapid, directly across from Cottage Grove Place and Cottage Grove Ave. Parking and entrance, including handicap ramp, are at the back of the building.Questions: Phone: 319-640-5357.  2023-03-15 23:30:00 -0500

4/13/23 2023-04-13 09:00:00 -0500

9:00 a.m.

Life Enrichment Center
Cedar Rapids

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The Arc March

The Arc is the resource of choice for people with intellectual and developmental disabilities and their families in all stages of life. As we celebrate our 70th anniversary in Cedar Rapids, we are walking once again in support of our Arc participants and their families. Our first goal is to raise $42,000 to help bridge funding gaps in our programs and services. Our 2nd goal is to fill the gym with enthusiastic friends and supporters as we continue to raise awareness about intellectual and developmental disabilities. Invite your friends, family and co-workers to walk with you. There will be prizes for the top fundraisers and anyone who raises over $1,000.  2023-02-23 11:00:00 -0600

3/25/23 2023-03-25 09:00:00 -0500

9:00 a.m.

George Washington High School
Cedar Rapids

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Comedy: Patrick Hastie

Doors 7 PM | Show 8 PM | 21+ only Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door *advance ticket sales end one hour before door time*Patrick Hastie is a comedian from Glenwood, Iowa who now lives in Brooklyn, New York. He has toured all over the country and has performed in festivals like the 10,000 Laughs Comedy Festival, the Brooklyn Comedy Festival and SF Sketchfest. Patrick co-produces the popular monthly show JACKKNIFE COMEDY, he can be heard weekly on THE NOSTALGIC FRONT podcast and he has been featured on The Chive, College Humor and Laugh Spin. He is a very nice guy and his 5 year plan is to be cool and live forever! 2023-02-22 22:00:00 -0600

4/01/23 2023-04-01 20:00:00 -0500

8:00 p.m.

The Lucky Cat Comedy & Events
Cedar Rapids

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Comedy: Kristin Lytie

Doors 7 PM | Show 8 PM | 21+ only Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door *advance ticket sales end one hour before door time*Kristin Lytie is a stand up comedian living in Green Bay, Wisconsin. She cut her teeth in the Chicago comedy scene and was even named a “Comic to See” by the Chicago Tribune. Kristin is a regular at Wisconsin comedy shows and travels the country to perform between union meetings. She was named "Comic of the Week" on the popular podcast, The Jackie and Laurie show. Kristin has opened for Eddie Pepitone, Bobcat Goldthwait, Josh Blue, Kyle Kinane and Solomon Georgio to name a few. Kristin has performed in the Altercation Comedy Festival (Austin, TX), Beast Village Comedy Festival (Des Moines, IA), the long running Milwaukee Comedy Festival, and many more. An eternal optimist, she has worked in progressive politics for the past fifteen years as a community and union organizer. That passion has brought her back to Green Bay, Wisconsin. Her comedy is a product of her core beliefs of justice, equality and DIY ethics. She also hosts Bloody Mary, a podcast about horror movies. Guests range from comics to professors to organizers- all talking about their favorite horror movies! 2023-02-22 22:00:00 -0600

4/28/23 2023-04-28 20:00:00 -0500

8:00 p.m.

The Lucky Cat Comedy & Events
Cedar Rapids

15.0
Comedy: Kristin Lytie

Doors 7 PM | Show 8 PM | 21+ only Tickets $15 in advance, $20 at the door *advance ticket sales end one hour before door time*Kristin Lytie is a stand up comedian living in Green Bay, Wisconsin. She cut her teeth in the Chicago comedy scene and was even named a “Comic to See” by the Chicago Tribune. Kristin is a regular at Wisconsin comedy shows and travels the country to perform between union meetings. She was named "Comic of the Week" on the popular podcast, The Jackie and Laurie show. Kristin has opened for Eddie Pepitone, Bobcat Goldthwait, Josh Blue, Kyle Kinane and Solomon Georgio to name a few. Kristin has performed in the Altercation Comedy Festival (Austin, TX), Beast Village Comedy Festival (Des Moines, IA), the long running Milwaukee Comedy Festival, and many more. An eternal optimist, she has worked in progressive politics for the past fifteen years as a community and union organizer. That passion has brought her back to Green Bay, Wisconsin. Her comedy is a product of her core beliefs of justice, equality and DIY ethics. She also hosts Bloody Mary, a podcast about horror movies. Guests range from comics to professors to organizers- all talking about their favorite horror movies! 2023-04-29 22:00:00 -0500

4/29/23 2023-04-29 20:00:00 -0500

8:00 p.m.

The Lucky Cat Comedy & Events
Cedar Rapids

15.0
Marion Iowa Community Kite Festival

The Marion Parks and Recreation Department is excited to host Great American Kites at Lowe Park from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. for the third year in a row. Great American Kites specializes in producing the most astonishing and colorful outdoor giant kite displays. Guests should bring lawn chairs or blankets for seating. Outside food and drink are permitted. 2023-03-09 16:00:00 -0600

5/20/23 2023-05-20 10:00:00 -0500

10:00 a.m.

Baseball Diamonds at Lowe Park
Marion

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KCCK's Taste of Jazz 2023

Join KCCK in collaboration with Kirkwood's Culinary Arts and Hospitality Arts Departments for an evening of food, wine, beer and music to benefit KCCK's Jazz Education Programs. Music by Orquesta Alto Maiz and YesterNite The event features wine and beer tastings, heavy hors d'oeuvres, dessert and a silent auction. And of course great live music!Featuring Wine from Fireside Winery, Tabor House Winery, and Dimitri Wine and Spirits. Beer from House Divided Brewery, Iowa Brewing Co., and Big Grove Brewery. Individual Tickets are $75 or $700 for a reserved table of 8. More information at tickets at: <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=http%3A%2F%2Fwww.kcck.org%2Ftaste%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3rudZ_JNoD5fUE1U16inmLMecs7hkPFZpk9m2yYP6NiQXNVuwZRzTb_bQ&h=AT2oU304XYIeYKr483MJ1nzToFrTtCNuxIWp7Z8q6vout2RREWCi5m9f6HKf_55qhd8UibJy0ng00v9EqxJOdGTzP8k7fcEo-DKZeXMOhhH3qpxBFuWvdtNV2cEh_j8OUg&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT1raXvfrn8MmcKqCR74hHshmGxvAU_2VU8jDCsG4oUvEL9yTDj4A9JCIVrszECzQEV7sSBwzJYDf8EYX9yO8QnkNpwyyPgsK1-_2iHeTeM43JpbqG8fqopUCfGcgKlDqfnLBEkETBTpApNlao-QJ2XC-X0M" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">www.kcck.org/taste</a> 2023-03-08 22:00:00 -0600

4/28/23 2023-04-28 18:00:00 -0500

6:00 p.m.

The Hotel at Kirkwood Center
Cedar Rapids

75.0
The Human Rights Conundrum: Climate Change Interventions as Both Problem and Solution

Join The Journal of Gender, Race & Justice (JGRJ) and Transnational Law and Contemporary Problems (TLCP) for discussions on the human rights implications of voluntary carbon markets and emerging geoengineering technologies developed to combat the climate crisis.Our panelists will explore the pragmatic implications of these approaches as well as possible regulatory frameworks, nationally and internationally. Throughout these discussions, we will center global Indigenous voices speaking on self-determination and knowledge systems which are foundational to any discussion of climate action. 2023-03-10 19:00:00 -0600

3/31/23 2023-03-31 09:00:00 -0500

9:00 a.m.

Journal of Gender, Race and Justice at Iowa College of Law
iowa city

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Connection Recovery Support Group

Walk With Ease

Comedian Sam Tallent at The Lucky Cat

Comedian Sam Tallent at The Lucky Cat

Bridge to Opportunities for Older Adults

The Arc March

Comedy: Patrick Hastie

Comedy: Kristin Lytie

Comedy: Kristin Lytie

Marion Iowa Community Kite Festival

KCCK's Taste of Jazz 2023

The Human Rights Conundrum: Climate Change Interventions as Both Problem and Solution