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Sammy's Lounge - Bee Gnome - Cork N Canvas Iowa

<p>Sammy's Lounge ( 5519 Center Point Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52402) Date Night or Girls night out, come with your friends or come and make new friends!<br>Classes are limited in size, please make sure to buy your ticket to make sure you have a spot. Pop in early to have dinner! All your supplies (canvas, paints, brushes and apron) are provided for you. Plus, no experience is necessary, just a thirst for creativity and the passion for a good time. Please note: Events are 18 and over only, events are for adults and will contain adult language and content.</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.*</p><p>Amanda Happel, Cork N Canvas Iowa Mobile Painting Studio 319-929-4300 - Office Hours: 10 am - 4 pm Book an upcoming event Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CorkNCanvasIowa/?__cft__[0]=AZURjrbJlu0CFn8oig_SlLOWO5VMQwDysXXZTqS5HBmg7dPFLxBccayAd6CfNww2KQqqn5STptf_EyF7ObUkIkMnBi74I54nB7dZaP93Vtywb41vdYNJH5JTnB_UD2jCy8vZHkXZHZIdR-U5xgsh9npV_mdOe3GFZ6s_H2GvmkUzlw&__tn__=q" tabindex="0">https://www.facebook.com/CorkNCanvasIowa</a> Website: <a href="http://www.corkncanvasiowa.com/?fbclid=IwAR2bmw4ENBVQU_czX35k-vm5sGxPW8JiInB_yY9yAMlOmf-z5AE5W0zE_Yc" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">www.CorknCanvasIowa.com</a> Locally Owned Eastern Iowa Company since 2014 </p>

6/22/22 2022-06-22 18:00:00 -0500

6:00 p.m.

Sammy's Lounge
Cedar Rapids

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CRBT Movies on the Riverbank | Sing 2

<p>Please join us for our 17th summer of moonlight, movies, food and free family fun under the stars in Downtown Cedar Rapids! Gates open at 7pm. Kids' Activities begin at 7pm. Movie begins at dusk.</p><p><strong>Feature Movie on August 13th:<br>Sing 2 (2021 - PG - 110 minutes)</strong></p><p>Buster Moon and his friends must persuade reclusive rock star Clay Calloway to join them for the opening of a new show. </p><p>Additional Event Details:</p><p>• The event is free and open to the public.<br>• On-street parking is available.</p><p>Please visit our website for additional event details: crbt.com/movies. Proudly sponsored by Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust. Media Partner is Z102.9.</p> 2021-05-19 23:15:00 -0500

8/13/22 2022-08-13 19:00:00 -0500

7:00 p.m.

McGrath Amphitheatre
Cedar Rapids

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Cyclone Tailgate Tour - Cedar Rapids

<p>FREE, family-friendly event for Cyclones of all ages! Join fellow Cyclone fans in celebration of Iowa State Athletics! All kids in attendance will receive a complimentary gift. Food and beverage available for purchase, along with the opportunity to purchase official Iowa State merchandise. Doors open 30 minutes prior to event start time; program starting at 6:30 PM.<br><br>Interact with Iowa State coaches, administrators and other special guests including: Director of Athletics Jamie Pollard, the "Voice of the Cyclones" John Walters, Head Football Coach Matt Campbell, Head Men's Basketball Coach T.J. Otzelberger, Head Women's Basketball Coach Bill Fennelly, Volleyball Assistant Coach Marc Neef, Head Wrestling Coach Kevin Dresser, and Cy.</p> 2022-05-12 19:30:00 -0500

5/23/22 2022-05-23 17:30:00 -0500

5:30 p.m.

Cedar Rapids Marriott
Cedar Rapids

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Prairiewoods’ 2022 Garden Party: A Night in the Cosmos

<p>Experience the splendor of the cosmos with an evening of food, friends and fundraising! This fun evening will offer a chance to bid on unique auction items, win a variety of games and support the future of Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center. On Saturday, June 4, the ballroom at DoubleTree by Hilton (350 First Avenue NE, Cedar Rapids) will be transformed into a night under the stars, where everything feels magical! At 5 p.m., celebrate with drinks and an impressive silent auction. At 6 p.m., you and seven of your closest friends—or soon-to-be friends—will be served an out-of-this-world dinner and wine, and have time to put in last-minute bids on your favorite auction items. Wrap up the evening with an entertaining live auction featuring a variety of amazing items ranging from exclusive Prairiewoods experiences to one-of-a-kind parties. Tickets cost $55 each or $440 for a table of eight and must be reserved by May 30 at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700. This event is ticketless, so please register each guest by name with dietary restrictions. Attending the Garden Party is a great way to support the wide variety of spiritual and ecological programming Prairiewoods provides throughout the year. If you can’t attend, please consider sending a donation. Don't miss this chance to experience <em>A Night in the Cosmos!</em></p> 2022-04-16 21:00:00 -0500

6/04/22 2022-06-04 17:00:00 -0500

5:00 p.m.

Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
Hiawatha

55.0
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

6/02/22 2022-06-02 18:00:00 -0500

6:00 p.m.

Maquoketa Downtown Green Space
Maquoketa

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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

9/22/22 2022-09-22 17:30:00 -0500

5:30 p.m.

Happy Hallow Park
Iowa City

0
Walhburgers at Edgewood Rd Hy-Vee- Butterfly -Cork N Canvas Iowa

<p>Eat Local, Drink Local & Paint Local. $30 per person for a Large16x20inch canvas & all your supplies at Walhburgers Edgewood Rd Hy-Vee (5050 Edgewood Rd NE Cedar Rapids, IA, IA 52411) Date Night or Girls night out, come with your friends or come and make new friends! <a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fcork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR0Q1ka-u1V498bQi-WVuxRBYlGuD3JLpiabt_LPuje4zDbUGQPhVdY_8wk&h=AT0NCiFvYbHw25I1KxL1SEQJtTdSxAdnsH4UODZTKZCw2Ix8Q5xxzwhnWsZY-GYj5WN5kCbKjGvqdAqy2DKAXSAe5drWA69DY1ukNY8ONNP0t3dZBu1qda0jjzaKEEc9CA&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT0NapE_xpZUpPL-dvAOGAnKObe9u28YoQ7en68II8LZQ81e2yKSccP4dG5NtRNBIm9tQKHh9HlWY8Jy34q7YTMthgbsZ32Ro2rbuu0ISslOuOz9Nnt8pEZEqRmVWDKQv7DVnxJqYX0POsvAy_yCOq--xf6CBEOmICEn8-CniLvr46HRTg" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com/</a><br>Classes are limited in size, please make sure to buy your ticket to make sure you have a spot. Painting starts at 6pm Pop in early to have dinner! All your supplies (canvas, paints, brushes and apron) are provided for you. Plus, no experience is necessary, just a thirst for creativity and the passion for a good time. By the end of the night, you will be amazed at the artwork you have created on a 16x20 canvas! Classes are 2 to 3 hrs long. Paint, Drink, Repeat! Many people find our classes therapeutic and convenient way to tap back into their creative side. These classes are perfect for beginners, so grab your friends, coworkers, plan a unique date night, or fly solo and meet some creative people. Reminder your email is your ticket, keep it handy! Please note: Events are 18 and over only, events are for adults and will contain adult language and content. 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.*</p><p><a href="https://l.facebook.com/l.php?u=https%3A%2F%2Fcork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com%2F%3Ffbclid%3DIwAR3H36xxycgqfiwsjG1pj1WFwBe7NGXJDeqn3r3U5c5-8RB_ePDlEPeO7z4&h=AT0NCiFvYbHw25I1KxL1SEQJtTdSxAdnsH4UODZTKZCw2Ix8Q5xxzwhnWsZY-GYj5WN5kCbKjGvqdAqy2DKAXSAe5drWA69DY1ukNY8ONNP0t3dZBu1qda0jjzaKEEc9CA&__tn__=q&c[0]=AT0NapE_xpZUpPL-dvAOGAnKObe9u28YoQ7en68II8LZQ81e2yKSccP4dG5NtRNBIm9tQKHh9HlWY8Jy34q7YTMthgbsZ32Ro2rbuu0ISslOuOz9Nnt8pEZEqRmVWDKQv7DVnxJqYX0POsvAy_yCOq--xf6CBEOmICEn8-CniLvr46HRTg" rel="nofollow noopener" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://cork-n-canvas-iowa.ticketleap.com/</a></p><p>Amanda Happel, Cork N Canvas Iowa Mobile Painting Studio 319-929-4300 - Office Hours: 10 am - 4 pm Book an upcoming event Facebook: <a href="https://www.facebook.com/CorkNCanvasIowa/?__cft__[0]=AZVnlt2LnnH-B1_eV5NkCcM1t8-QuAmvXfbXJqESyek8l-CEgDs262j9EFF-wXQwhOirAh14XrIMhlnoskaobUyHcugzw9xkQkKl8Cy2hZLu0aQN4_G2zQzPG9Ba5jFr88561-BUuJRZ3zfOXJvM329UCZdBXuYFyoccTusN2jY90w&__tn__=q" tabindex="0">https://www.facebook.com/CorkNCanvasIowa</a> Website: www.CorknCanvasIowa.comLocally Owned Eastern Iowa Company since 201</p>

5/25/22 2022-05-25 18:00:00 -0500

6:00 p.m.

Edgewood Rd Hy-Vee
Cedar Rapids

30.0
Series: Folk Crafting With Nature

<h2 data-hook="about">About the Event</h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>This series will walk you through the “how tos” of three different natures based folk art projects, cyanotypes, flower crowns, and one surprise experience. We will then embark on a journey to collect items needed and craft together. You will leave with completed projects to utilize yourself or share with friends and family.  You will feel confident recreating these pieces of art for years to come! </p><p><br></p><p>This series includes these 3 classes:</p><ul><li> July 23: Folk Prints: Printing with Sunlight- Create ethereal images out of natural found items, to share or keep for yourself. </li><li>September 22: Flower Crown Workshop- Celebrate the Autumnal equinox by creating a wearable flower crown in honor of the bounty of summer.</li><li>TBD </li></ul><p>THINGS TO BRING </p><ul><li>Standard attire and sun protection for hands-on outdoor learning: hat, jeans, sunscreen. </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: $60 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Save 20%</strong> by registering here for all 3 classes in the series.</p><p><br></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 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>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>Local Parks around the Iowa City area. </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> 2022-04-18 13:55:00 -0500

7/23/22 2022-07-23 11:55:00 -0500

11:55 a.m.

Hubbard Park
Iowa City

60
Early Summer Forage

<h2 data-hook="about"><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong>About the Event</strong></span></h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>Repetition and play are keys to successfully learning any skill. During this class, you will playfully practice the identification skills learned in the Meet New Edible Friends class to increase your foraging confidence.</p><p>We will sample simple, delicious snacks and drinks by blending our foraged bounty with familiar veggies and culinary herbs. Recipes, informational handouts and book recommendations will be provided. Planned dishes include a detoxing greens drink, foraged pesto and a serviceberry crisp.</p><p>You are invited no matter your level of outdoor experience. All are welcome.</p><p>Please contact us before class if mobility accommodations may be needed—we will cover quite a bit of ground during the class.</p><p>Yummy ingredients generously provided by New Pioneer Co-op.</p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">THINGS TO BRING</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Standard attire and sun protection for hands-on outdoor learning: hat, jeans, sunscreen</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">A cup for drinks (optional)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">A notebook and a pen/pencil for writing and drawing (optional)</span></li><li><br></li></ul><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: Forage Wild Edibles with Confidence 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><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong>EDUCATORS</strong></span></p><p>Taught by Fred Meyer and Jen Kardos, happy foragers at Backyard Abundance.</p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Fred offers years of experience as a permaculture designer, Master Gardener, hiker and wild edible forager to help you thrive in the outdoors.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Jen leverages her knowledge as a horticultural therapist and functional medicine health coach to help you understand the wellness benefits of foraging and the specific health properties of each plant.</span></li><li><br></li></ul><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">LOCATION</span></strong></p><p>We meet at the Hickory Hill Park south entrance, 1439 Bloomington St, 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

6/29/22 2022-06-29 18:00:00 -0500

6:00 p.m.

Hickory Hill Park-Iowa City
Iowa City

25
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

7/13/22 2022-07-13 18:00:00 -0500

6:00 p.m.

Edible Classroom
Iowa City

25
Rainforest Explorers Summer Bible Camp

<div data-testid="richTextElement"><p>Join us for Rainforest Explorers!</p><p>9-11am, June 13-17, 2022<br><br>**Register your child(ren) at goodshepherdcorridor.org/vbs**</p></div><div data-testid="richTextElement"><p>At Rainforest Explorers Summer Bible Camp, children aged 3K - 6th grade will learn about Jesus, our Savior, through Bible stories, meet new friends, do fun activities, sing great songs, make crafts, play games, eat snacks, and more! It’s going to be fun, but it would be more fun with your child there!<br><br>Our 2022 Vacation Bible School will take place at our Cedar Rapids campus. Drop your children off Mon-Thu and then join us on Friday for an ice cream social to celebrate the end of the week.</p><p>Register your child(ren) at goodshepherdcorridor.org/vbs, then follow our Facebook page and sign up for emails to stay up to date on Summer Bible Camp 2022 and other family-friendly events!</p></div>

6/13/22 2022-06-13 09:00:00 -0500

9:00 a.m.

Good Shepherd Ev. Lutheran Church
Cedar Rapids

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Rainforest Explorers Summer Bible Camp

<div data-testid="richTextElement"><p>Join us for Rainforest Explorers!</p><p>9-11am, June 13-17, 2022<br><br>**Register your child(ren) at goodshepherdcorridor.org/vbs**</p></div><div data-testid="richTextElement"><p>At Rainforest Explorers Summer Bible Camp, children aged 3K - 6th grade will learn about Jesus, our Savior, through Bible stories, meet new friends, do fun activities, sing great songs, make crafts, play games, eat snacks, and more! It’s going to be fun, but it would be more fun with your child there!<br><br>Our 2022 Vacation Bible School will take place at our Cedar Rapids campus. Drop your children off Mon-Thu and then join us on Friday for an ice cream social to celebrate the end of the week.</p><p>Register your child(ren) at goodshepherdcorridor.org/vbs, then follow our Facebook page and sign up for emails to stay up to date on Summer Bible Camp 2022 and other family-friendly events!</p></div>

6/14/22 2022-06-14 09:00:00 -0500

9:00 a.m.

Good Shepherd Ev. Lutheran Church
Cedar Rapids

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Rainforest Explorers Summer Bible Camp

<div data-testid="richTextElement"><p>Join us for Rainforest Explorers!</p><p>9-11am, June 13-17, 2022<br><br>**Register your child(ren) at goodshepherdcorridor.org/vbs**</p></div><div data-testid="richTextElement"><p>At Rainforest Explorers Summer Bible Camp, children aged 3K - 6th grade will learn about Jesus, our Savior, through Bible stories, meet new friends, do fun activities, sing great songs, make crafts, play games, eat snacks, and more! It’s going to be fun, but it would be more fun with your child there!<br><br>Our 2022 Vacation Bible School will take place at our Cedar Rapids campus. Drop your children off Mon-Thu and then join us on Friday for an ice cream social to celebrate the end of the week.</p><p>Register your child(ren) at goodshepherdcorridor.org/vbs, then follow our Facebook page and sign up for emails to stay up to date on Summer Bible Camp 2022 and other family-friendly events!</p></div>

6/15/22 2022-06-15 09:00:00 -0500

9:00 a.m.

Good Shepherd Ev. Lutheran Church
Cedar Rapids

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Rainforest Explorers Summer Bible Camp

<div data-testid="richTextElement"><p>Join us for Rainforest Explorers!</p><p>9-11am, June 13-17, 2022<br><br>**Register your child(ren) at goodshepherdcorridor.org/vbs**</p></div><div data-testid="richTextElement"><p>At Rainforest Explorers Summer Bible Camp, children aged 3K - 6th grade will learn about Jesus, our Savior, through Bible stories, meet new friends, do fun activities, sing great songs, make crafts, play games, eat snacks, and more! It’s going to be fun, but it would be more fun with your child there!<br><br>Our 2022 Vacation Bible School will take place at our Cedar Rapids campus. Drop your children off Mon-Thu and then join us on Friday for an ice cream social to celebrate the end of the week.</p><p>Register your child(ren) at goodshepherdcorridor.org/vbs, then follow our Facebook page and sign up for emails to stay up to date on Summer Bible Camp 2022 and other family-friendly events!</p></div>

6/16/22 2022-06-16 09:00:00 -0500

9:00 a.m.

Good Shepherd Ev. Lutheran Church
Cedar Rapids

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Rainforest Explorers Summer Bible Camp

<div data-testid="richTextElement"><p>Join us for Rainforest Explorers!</p><p>9-11am, June 13-17, 2022<br><br>**Register your child(ren) at goodshepherdcorridor.org/vbs**</p></div><div data-testid="richTextElement"><p>At Rainforest Explorers Summer Bible Camp, children aged 3K - 6th grade will learn about Jesus, our Savior, through Bible stories, meet new friends, do fun activities, sing great songs, make crafts, play games, eat snacks, and more! It’s going to be fun, but it would be more fun with your child there!<br><br>Our 2022 Vacation Bible School will take place at our Cedar Rapids campus. Drop your children off Mon-Thu and then join us on Friday for an ice cream social to celebrate the end of the week.</p><p>Register your child(ren) at goodshepherdcorridor.org/vbs, then follow our Facebook page and sign up for emails to stay up to date on Summer Bible Camp 2022 and other family-friendly events!</p></div>

6/17/22 2022-06-17 09:00:00 -0500

9:00 a.m.

Good Shepherd Ev. Lutheran Church
Cedar Rapids

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Friends of the Center Point Library annual Used Book Sale

<p>BOOK BARGAINS BY THE BOXFUL:  Friends of the Center Point Library annual Used Book Sale June 9, 10, 11 at the Andersen Center Point Public Library basement community room, during Center Point Garage Sale Days.  Hardcovers $1, paperbacks 50 cents and all children's books 25 cents.  No admission charge.  Hours:  Thursday 11 to 6, Friday  8:30 to 1, Saturday 8:30 to 11. </p> 2022-05-12 18:00:00 -0500

6/09/22 2022-06-09 11:00:00 -0500

11:00 a.m.

Andersen Center Point Library
Center Point

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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

10/15/22 2022-10-15 10:00:00 -0500

10:00 a.m.

Backyard Abundance
Iowa City

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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

9/11/22 2022-09-11 14:00:00 -0500

2:00 p.m.

Muddy Creek Preserve
Coralville

0
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

7/27/22 2022-07-27 18:30:00 -0500

6:30 p.m.

Harvest Preserve
Iowa City

20
Yoga Outside: September

<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><br></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><br></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><br></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><br></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><br></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><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>Harvest Preserve, 1645 N Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52245</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 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> 2022-04-18 18:30:00 -0500

9/28/22 2022-09-28 17:30:00 -0500

5:30 p.m.

Harvest Preserve
Iowa City

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Yoga Outside: May

<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><br></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><br></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><br></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><br></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><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>Harvest Preserve, 1645 N Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52245</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 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> 2022-04-20 19:30:00 -0500

5/25/22 2022-05-25 18:30:00 -0500

6:30 p.m.

Harvest Preserve
Iowa City

0
Folk Prints: Light Printing

<h2 data-hook="about">About the Event</h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>Join us in using the sun's rays and pieces of the natural world to create shadow prints in stunning shades of blue. </p><p><br></p><p>Cyanotypes are one of the original “photographs”, and where the term blueprint comes from. We will learn what type of paper works best, how to create the coating for the paper, as well as the processes for exposure and rinsing.  We will then go out into the field to create “on the go” cyanotypes using found pieces of nature on a short meander through the prairie.  You will leave with a few different handmade prints of your own.</p><p><br></p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>-Standard attire and sun protection for hands-on outdoor learning: hat, jeans, sunscreen.</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>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><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>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>Harvest Preserve, 1645 N Scott Blvd, 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></div></div> 2022-04-18 14:00:00 -0500

7/23/22 2022-07-23 12:00:00 -0500

12:00 p.m.

Harvest Preserve
Iowa City

25
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

10/12/22 2022-10-12 18:00:00 -0500

6:00 p.m.

Backyard Abundance
Iowa City

0.0 0
Yoga Outside: October

<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><br></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><br></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><br></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><br></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 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 noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Harvest Preserve membership.</a></li></ul><p>Attendance is capped at 15.</p><p><br></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><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>Harvest Preserve, 1645 N Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52245</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 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 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 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 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 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 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 noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">New Pioneer Food Co-op</a></li></ul> 2022-04-18 17:30:00 -0500

10/26/22 2022-10-26 16:30:00 -0500

4:30 p.m.

Backyard Abundance
Iowa City

20
Yoga Outside: August

<h2 data-hook="about"><span style="font-size: 12px;">About the Event</span></h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">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.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">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.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">THINGS TO BRING</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">your mat</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">water bottle</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">any props you might want</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">REGISTRATION</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Sliding scale fee: $20 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">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).</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Harvest Preserve and Backyard Abundance members receive a 10% discount.</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12px;"><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>.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12px;"><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></span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Attendance is capped at 15.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">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.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">EDUCATOR</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Guided by Mandy Dickerson, Iowa City Herbalist and Certified TriYoga Teacher, Owner of Plantchanters Garden LLC</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">LOCATION</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Harvest Preserve, 1645 N Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52245</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">COVID-19</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">The event is held outside. Masks are optional. We will try to maintain 6' distancing.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">SPONSORS AND PARTNERS</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">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.</span></p></div></div> 2022-04-20 18:30:00 -0500

8/31/22 2022-08-31 17:30:00 -0500

5:30 p.m.

Harvest Preserve
Iowa City

0
Caution for Poisons

<h2 data-hook="about"><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong>About the Event</strong></span></h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>Learn to recognize the poisonous and toxic species that live in your  bioregion. They can show up on your camping trip or on a walk through the park, and you may even notice them spring up occasionally in your yard or garden. Take a walk with us and identify some of these. Practice  being humble with the umbels. Fun activities will help us commit important botanical features to memory and distinguish look-similars.</p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">THINGS TO BRING</span></strong></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">A water bottle</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">A small bag</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 14px;">Tool of choice for harvesting a handful of herbs</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 14px;">Please wear standard attire for hands-on, outdoor learning.</span></p><p>Tell us if mobility accommodations may be needed, as we will cover a good bit of ground during the class.</p><p><span style="font-size: 18px;"><strong>REGISTRATION</strong></span></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: Medicinal Wildcrafting 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>Please register soon: The class is limited to 20 people.</p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</span></strong></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>Guided by Mandy Dickerson, Iowa City Herbalist and Certified TriYoga Teacher, Owner of Plantchanters Garden LLC</p><p><strong><span style="font-size: 18px;">COVID-19</span></strong></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 17:30:00 -0500

6/26/22 2022-06-26 16:00:00 -0500

4:00 p.m.

James Alan McPherson Park
Iowa City

25
Summer Wild Medicine

<h2 data-hook="about">About the Event</h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>Among choruses of insects and birds, plants remind us to listen for quiet messages too. We will find full flowers to sample and rich green leaves, some perhaps past due for harvest. Learn about elder, bee balm,  jewelweed, wild roses, selfheal, daylily, mullein, and others that thrive in wild and cultivated places alike. Taste a yummy wild snack.  Create an intentional grid or artful collage with plant samples, and hold space for Nature’s gifts and your inspired thoughts.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>THINGS TO BRING</strong></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 18px;">-A water bottle</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 18px;">-A small bag</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 18px;">-Tool of choice for harvesting a handful of herbs</span></li><li><br></li></ul><p>Please wear standard attire for hands-on, outdoor learning.</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><strong>REGISTRATION</strong></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>Harvest Preserve and Backyard Abundance members receive a 10% discount.</p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 18px;">-<a href="https://www.backyardabundance.org/membership" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Backyard Abundance membership</a>.</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 18px;">-</span><a href="https://www.harvestpreserve.org/membership-volunteer" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank"><span style="font-size: 18px;">Learn about Harvest Preserve membership.</span></a></li><li><br></li></ul><p>Please register soon: The class is limited to 20 people.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</strong></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><strong>EDUCATOR</strong></p><p>Guided by Mandy Dickerson, Iowa City Herbalist and Certified TriYoga Teacher, Owner of Plantchanters Garden LLC</p><p><br></p><p><strong>LOCATION</strong></p><p>Harvest Preserve 1645 N Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA</p><p><br></p><p><strong>COVID-19</strong></p><p>The event is held outside. Masks are optional. We will try to maintain 6' distancing.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>SPONSORS AND PARTNERS</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">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> 2022-04-18 17:30:00 -0500

7/17/22 2022-07-17 16:00:00 -0500

4:00 p.m.

Harvest Preserve
Iowa City

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Forage for Primitive Fire

<h2 data-hook="about">About the Event</h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>Yeah, it’s easy to make a fire with newspaper and a lighter, but wouldn’t it be more fun to start that blaze by employing methods and materials our ancestors used for thousands of years? (And many foraged greens are more palatable in a hot soup.)</p><p><br></p><p>During this class, you will learn the basics of fire-starting using a bow drill. Identifying ideal species of trees, barks and grasses will be covered along with how to successfully process those natural materials.</p><p><br></p><p>Please note…</p><ul><li>Sharp tools will be used: knives and tree saws</li><li>Hot embers and fire will be created</li><li>Only participants 15 years or older can attend</li></ul><p>You are invited no matter your level of outdoor experience. </p><p><br></p><p>Yummy snacks generously provided by New Pioneer Co-op.</p><p><br></p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><p>• Standard attire and sun protection for hands-on outdoor learning: hat, leather gloves, jeans, sunscreen.</p><p>• A notebook and a pen/pencil for writing and drawing (optional).</p><p>• A sturdy outdoor knife with a fixed blade (optional).</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: Forage Wild Edibles with Confidence registration.)</p><p><br></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>Attendance is capped at 12.</p><p><br></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><br></p><p>EDUCATOR</p><p>Taught by Fred Meyer, bushcrafter at Backyard Abundance. Fred offers years of experience as a permaculture designer, Master Gardener, hiker and wild edible forager to help you thrive in the outdoors.</p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>We meet at Harvest Preserve, 1645 N Scott Blvd, 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></div></div> 2022-04-18 20:00:00 -0500

8/03/22 2022-08-03 18:00:00 -0500

6:00 p.m.

Harvest Preserve
Iowa City

20
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

7/30/22 2022-07-30 13:00:00 -0500

1:00 p.m.

Wetherby Park Edible Forest
Iowa City

20
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

5/26/22 2022-05-26 18:00:00 -0500

6:00 p.m.

College Green Park
Iowa City

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