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383 Collins Road NE, Suite 201, Cedar RapidsP. O. Box 1351, Cedar Rapids
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League of Women Voters Linn County 2019 State of the County Luncheon
<p>The League of Women Voters Linn County 2019 State of the County Luncheon will feature an address by Stacey Walker, this year’s chair of the Linn County Board of Supervisors. He will discuss the county’s successes and challenges and respond to questions from the audience. The 14<sup>th</sup>annual State of the County Luncheon will be Wednesday, May 8 at The Hotel at Kirkwood Center, 7725 Kirkwood Blvd SW, from 11:30 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. The luncheon starts at 11:30 a.m. and the program begins at noon.</p><p> </p><p>The event is open to the public and free seating is reserved for individuals who only want to listen to the presentation and not eat lunch.</p><p> </p><p>Individual reservations for lunch are $40 per person; full tables of 10 are $400. Reservations may be made by contacting Dawn Jones, <a href="mailto:dawn.lwvlc@gmail.com">dawn.lwvlc@gmail.com</a>by May 1 and mailing a check to LWV Linn County, P.O. Box 2422, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52406-2422. Reservations will be confirmed by email. </p><p> </p><p>Reservations and payments also may be made online at <a href="http://www.lwvlincounty,org/">www.lwvlincounty.org</a>. Online processing fees apply. Sponsorships still are being accepted as well. Funds raised by the State of the County event are used to support League sponsorship and facilitation of non-partisan voter-education materials and forums. </p><p> </p><p>This is the 14th year of the LWV Linn County State of the County address. The League introduced the State of the City® to Cedar Rapids in 1990 and also sponsors the State of the City® in Marion. </p><p align="center"> </p><p>The League of Women Voters of Linn County is a non-profit political organization that neither supports or opposes any candidate or political party, encourages citizen participation in government and is open to any citizen 16 years and older.</p> 2019-03-29 13:00:00 -0500
5/08/1911:30 a.m.The Hotel at Kirkwood CenterCedar Rapids -
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Veterans Affairs (for veterans and their families)
<p>Come and visit with Don Tyne, Director of Linn County Veterans Affairs. He will answer questions and provide information about what the Veterans Affairs office can do for you. To request caregiving assistance while attending this event, please let us know in advance by calling (319) 221-8866 or emailing fcgc@mercycare.org.</p> 2019-04-15 10:30:00 -0500
5/09/199:00 a.m.Family Caregivers Center of MercyCedar Rapids -
Vesta and Mom’s Day
<p><strong>A little over a year ago a female baby fox with a second chance at life was rescued by Linn County wildlife rehabilitator Amber Oldfield. Vesta and Amber will join us for a special Mother’s Day open-house style program. Learn about one-year-old Vesta’s story, as well as other animals native to Iowa. Hear about how foxes ‘mother’ their kits, what life is like for a mother fox, and how kits like Vesta survive under extreme conditions. Amber will also answer questions about being a wildlife rehabilitator. Free</strong></p> 2019-04-05 14:00:00 -05005/12/191:00 p.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
Marion-East Cedar Rapids Rotary Waffle Breakfast & Silent Auction
<p>Our annual waffle breakfast , featuring Dad's Belgian Waffles, is being held Saturday, May 18, 2019, at the Vernon Middle School Cafeteria, 1350 4th Av., Marion, IA, from 7:30 am - 10:30 am. The proceeds from this Rotary Club fundraiser help support our "Shoes For Kids" project, which provides shoes through Linn County school nurses to children who need them, and also helps fund other community service projects. Cost is $8.00/person; children age 5 and under are free. This event is the same day as the Marion Arts Festival at the Marion uptown square. </p> 2019-04-30 10:30:00 -05005/18/197:30 a.m.Vernon Middle SchoolMarion -
The History Center - Walking Tour: Historic Central City in Linn County
<p><span>This new History Center walking tour explores the town center of Central City, one of five Linn County communities within the national Main Street preservation and economic development program. The longtime home of the Linn County Fair, Central City has tremendous downtown area architecture and history, including the famous Sawyer House. </span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>This tour is a collaboration between The History Center, the Central City Historical Society, and Central City Main Street.</span></p> 2019-03-09 19:00:00 -06006/25/196:00 p.m.Historic Sawyer houseCentral City -
Monarch Butterfly Event and Release
<p>Clark McLeod established the Monarch Research Project to add pollinator habitat in the Linn County area; raise and release Monarchs; and educate our community on how we can help. Clark will be at the IWLA Linn County Chapter to share the status of these efforts and explain how YOU can begin rearing and releasing your own Monarchs! Attendees will receive free packets of pollinator seeds. And we’ll release Monarchs on the Izaak Walton grounds. This event is FREE and open to the public.</p> 2019-05-21 20:00:00 -05006/20/197:00 p.m.Linn County Chapter, Izaak Walton LeagueCedar Rapids -
The History Center - Walking Tour: Historic Lisbon in Linn County
<p><span>This new History Center tour takes a closer look at the unique Linn County community of Lisbon, started in part by early members of the Hershey family from Pennsylvania!</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>Highlights include details about Lisbon’s important connections to Linn County railroad and Lincoln Highway history as well as a look at Main Street architecture. There is a special visit to a historic Lisbon church structure associated with the famous Wright Brothers.</span></p><p><span> </span></p><p><span>This tour is a collaboration between The History Center in Cedar Rapids and the Lisbon History Center.</span></p> 2019-03-09 19:00:00 -06008/13/196:00 p.m.The Lisbon History and Cultural CenterLisbon -
Volunteer work day - Genealogical Society of Linn County, Iowa
<p>Do you like to volunteer, like Genealogy, or History? Give a little of your time, and join us on the first Monday of each month (unless a holiday, or bad weather)</p><p>The purpose for this day is to invite volunteers to work on library projects to preserve our precious resources. We are not open to the public., this is not a research day, but a day to help organize the library. Stay as little or long as you wish and bring a lunch.</p><p>Our monthly volunteer work day session will be on Monday, from 10–4 at our location in the lower level of the Masonic Building at 813 1<sup>st</sup><span> </span>Ave. S.E.</p><p>Parking is available in the rear. Please enter through the back door.</p><p><br></p><p>Genealogical Society of Linn County, Iowa P.O Box 175</p><p>Cedar Rapids, Iowa 52406-0175</p><p><a href="callto%3A(319)%20369-0022">(319) 369-0022</a></p><p><br></p><p><a href="http://gensoclinncoia.weebly.com/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">WEBSITE</a></p><p><a href="https://www.facebook.com/GenealogyLinnCo/" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">FACEBOOK</a></p><p><br></p><p><strong><u><em>Please use "Amazon Smile" and our Non-Profit Organization when purchasing items through Amazon.</em></u></strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2020-01-06 16:00:00 -0600
1/06/2010:00 a.m.Genealogical Society of Linn County IowaCedar Rapids, -
Linn County blindness support group
<p align="center"><a name="OLE_LINK15">LINN COUNTY BLINDNESS SUPPORT MEETING, 23 May 2019</a></p><p>If you are blind or experiencing loss of vision, life can be pretty scary if you don’t have any tools or connections to deal with the situation. Participating in a support group can help you find that you are not alone, and together we can share tips and tricks we have found to overcome difficulties posed by loss of vision. Though not a part of the Iowa Department for the Blind (IDB), support groups also act as a liaison with that state agency that provides training, equipment, and counseling to those with vision loss.</p><p>The Linn County blindness support group will have its next regularly scheduled meeting on Thursday, 23 May 2019 from 1:00 p.m. to approximately 3:00 p.m. in Sedlacek Hall at Cottage Grove Place, 2115 1<sup>st</sup> Av SE, in Cedar Rapids. Lauri Mitchell of Aging Services is our invited guest, and we also will discuss use of the white cane, and see how much interest there may be in technology training sessions, possibly outside of our normal meeting times and location. We are blessed with several people with skills in assistive technology for the blind.</p><p>If you have questions, or want more information about the group, feel free to call Jonathan Ice at 319-298-2919, or e-mail at <a href="mailto:jkice89@q.com">jkice89@q.com</a>.</p> 2019-05-08 15:00:00 -05005/23/191:00 p.m.Cottage Grove PlaceCedar Rapids -
Youth Fishing Clinic
<p>Learn the basics of fishing and try out gear at this event. Co-sponsored by North Linn Fish and Game Club and Linn County Conservation, this youth fishing clinic will give you the basics to pursue this fun, family activity. Located near the boat rental area in Pinicon Ridge Park, Central City. All youth participants receive prizes for participating. No cost and no registration required.</p> 2019-05-06 12:00:00 -05006/08/199:00 a.m.Pinicon Ridge ParkCentral City -
Linn County Master Gardener's Plant Sale
<p>Come to the 18<sup>th</sup> Annual Master Gardener Plant<br>Sale! This is <em>the</em> place to find all those plants you need to make your garden SHINE this year. Many of the plants are donated from Master Gardeners, so you know they're in tip-top shape.</p><p>The sale is held, rain or shine, at the American Legion in Marion. Come and be prepared to be wowed by the selection!</p> 2019-05-08 12:00:00 -05005/11/198:00 a.m.American LegionMarion -
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School Gardens 101 - For Teachers
<p>Teaching Our Teachers About Gardening</p><p>Are you a teacher who is trying to incorporate some fun into your Science Curriculum? Maybe you have some parents or students who are interested in gardening, but you’re not quite sure where to start.</p><p>The Linn County Master Gardeners can help! School Gardens 101 is a course taught by the Master Gardeners this summer. The goal: give teachers the content and lesson plans for their Science curriculum, all centered around gardening. Composting, soil types, soil testing and prep, seed starting – it’s all covered in class and during filed trips to the Lowe Park greenhouse and the Hiawatha School Gardens. Course content is appropriate for student is grades K-12.</p><p>The course is held on June 12-14 at the Linn County Extension Office, mornings and afternoons. This 15-hours course can count as one hour of re-licensure credit through the Grant Wood AEA. Participants can bring a team of 3-4 teachers form, all grade levels and disciplines or individual teachers can register.</p><p> The registration deadline is May 31, 2019.</p> 2019-05-08 16:00:00 -0500
6/12/199:00 a.m.Linn County ExtensionCedar Rapids -
Linn County Historic Preservation Commission Meeting
<p>This meeting will be held at the Jean Oxley Public Service Center, Conference Room 3A & 3B, Lower Level, 935 2nd Street SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. This meeting is open to the public. Meeting dates and times can change. Please contact Planning & Development at (319) 892-5130 regarding meeting status. </p> 2019-05-15 17:00:00 -0500
5/15/194:00 p.m.Jean Oxley Public Service CenterCedar Rapids -
Meet Vesta the Fox! with Amber Oldfield
<p>Linn County Wildlife Rehabilitator Amber Oldfield is passionate about the care of injured or sick animals that live in our backyards and wooded areas. Vesta the Fox is an example of this. You will enjoy learning how Amber and Vesta became housemates.</p> 2019-03-14 13:45:00 -0500
7/12/191:00 p.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Linn County Community Services Board Meeting
<p>Regular meeting of the LCCS board</p> 2019-05-10 13:00:00 -05005/14/1912:00 p.m.Linn County Community Services BuildingCedar Rapids -
Meet Vesta the Fox
<p><strong><p dir="ltr">A little over a year ago a baby fox with a second chance at life was rescued by Linn County wildlife rehabilitator Amber Oldfield. Vesta and Amber will join us for an open-house style program. Learn about one-year-old Vesta’s story, as well as other animals native to Iowa, and about being a wildlife rehabilitator. Free</p></strong></p><p><br></p> 2019-04-05 14:00:00 -0500
6/23/191:00 p.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
Meet Vesta the Fox
<p><br></p><p dir="ltr"><strong>A little over a year ago a baby fox with a second chance at life was rescued by Linn County wildlife rehabilitator Amber Oldfield. Vesta and Amber will join us for an open-house style program. Learn about one-year-old Vesta’s story, as well as other animals native to Iowa, and about being a wildlife rehabilitator. Free</strong></p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2019-05-01 14:00:00 -05007/14/191:00 p.m.Indian Creek Nature CenterCedar Rapids -
Linn County Planning & Zoning Commission Meeting
<p>This meeting will be held at the Jean Oxley Public Service Center, Board Room, Lower Level, 935 2nd Street SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa. The meeting is open to the public. Meeting dates and times can change. Please call Planning & Development at (319) 892-5130 regarding meeting status. </p>
5/20/196:30 p.m.Jean Oxley Public Service CenterCedar Rapids -
Flood the Run
<p>This water-themed obstacle run is a great way to bring the family together to have some fun and support two organizations in Linn County. The Salvation Army and Matthew 25 have created this run (or walk) complete with a human car wash, rain tunnel, bucket toss, inflatables, giant slip-n-slide, and much more!! The proceeds from this run go towards helping thousands of people through the various programming offered by both agencies such as a feeding program, housing rehabilitation, youth programs, financial assistance, food education, and many others. Get soaked for a good cause and help Flood the Run celebrate their 6th Anniversary!</p> 2019-04-03 12:00:00 -0500
8/10/198:00 a.m.Ellis ParkCedar Rapids -
45th Annual Central City Bluegrass Festival
<p>BMAI 45<sup>th</sup> Annual Central City Bluegrass Festival</p><p>August 22 – 24, 2019</p><p>Bands from 3 states</p><p>Linn County Fairgrounds</p><p>201 Central City Road</p><p>Central City, IA 52214</p><p>Thursday 6pm pot luck & jam session are free</p><p>Friday show $20, starts at 7pm</p><p>Saturday 2 shows $25 at 1pm & 7pm</p><p>Saturday evening show $20 after 6pm</p><p>Weekend pass $40</p><p>Children 13-16 $5 per day</p><p>Children 12 & under free</p><p> </p><p>Jamming is encouraged and guest bands are welcome.</p><p>Festival in A/C building, bring your lawn chairs.</p><p>Camping has 30 & 50 amp sites with water, $20, tent camping $10.</p><p>Lodging: Microtel Inn Marion, Iowa (319) 373-7400</p><p>12 miles away, ask for bluegrass rate.</p><p>Contact BMAI (641) 799-1442</p><p><a href="mailto:Iowabluegrassmusic@gmail.com">Iowabluegrassmusic@gmail.com</a></p><p><a href="http://www.iowabluegrassmusic.com">www.iowabluegrassmusic.com</a></p><p>BMAI 45<sup>th</sup> Annual Central City Bluegrass Festival</p><p>August 22 – 24, 2019</p><p>Bands from 3 states</p><p>Linn County Fairgrounds</p><p>201 Central City Road</p><p>Central City, IA 52214</p><p>Thursday 6pm pot luck & jam session are free</p><p>Friday show $20, starts at 7pm</p><p>Saturday 2 shows $25 at 1pm & 7pm</p><p>Saturday evening show $20 after 6pm</p><p>Weekend pass $40</p><p>Children 13-16 $5 per day</p><p>Children 12 & under free</p><p> </p><p>Jamming is encouraged and guest bands are welcome.</p><p>Festival in A/C building, bring your lawn chairs.</p><p>Camping has 30 & 50 amp sites with water, $20, tent camping $10.</p><p>Lodging: Microtel Inn Marion, Iowa (319) 373-7400</p><p>12 miles away, ask for bluegrass rate.</p><p>Contact BMAI (641) 799-1442</p><p><a href="mailto:Iowabluegrassmusic@gmail.com">Iowabluegrassmusic@gmail.com</a></p><p><a href="http://www.iowabluegrassmusic.com">www.iowabluegrassmusic.com</a></p><p><br></p>8/22/196:00 p.m.Linn County FairgroundsCentral City -
Linn County Board of Supervisors
<p>Formal Session</p> 2019-04-24 11:00:00 -05005/08/1910:00 a.m.Jean Oxley Public Service CenterCedar Rapids -
Passport to the Parks - Time Check Park
<p>Garden Yard Games!</p><p>Every Monday starting June 10th through July 29th we’ll be at a different park in the city. This year we’re partnering with Linn County Education Outreach and we’ll be learning something new about agriculture- from how things grow to how we can make a positive impact on the environment. This program will be geared towards Pre-k- elementary aged kids. Attend more than five and earn an Ag Brag Certificate. We’ll also be connecting each site to the closest community garden/urban farm to give families the opportunity to learn about food production in their neighborhoods and how to get more involved in their own food production.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-05-16 11:00:00 -05007/22/1910:00 a.m.Time Check ParkCedar Rapids -
Passport to the Parks - Riverside Park
<p>This week we'll be learning about the layers of our planet and making an edible Earth.</p><p>Every Monday starting June 10th through July 29th we’ll be at a different park in the city. This year we’re partnering with Linn County Education Outreach and we’ll be learning something new about agriculture- from how things grow to how we can make a positive impact on the environment. This program will be geared towards Pre-k- elementary aged kids. Attend more than five and earn an Ag Brag Certificate. We’ll also be connecting each site to the closest community garden/urban farm to give families the opportunity to learn about food production in their neighborhoods and how to get more involved in their own food production.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-03-16 11:00:00 -0500
6/10/1910:00 a.m.Riverside ParkCedar Rapids -
Passport to the Parks - Shawnee Park
<p>Iowa is famous for corn and soybeans. Come and learn about and play with the mighty soybean!</p><p>Every Monday starting June 10th through July 29th we’ll be at a different park in the city. This year we’re partnering with Linn County Education Outreach and we’ll be learning something new about agriculture- from how things grow to how we can make a positive impact on the environment. This program will be geared towards Pre-k- elementary aged kids. Attend more than five and earn an Ag Brag Certificate. We’ll also be connecting each site to the closest community garden/urban farm to give families the opportunity to learn about food production in their neighborhoods and how to get more involved in their own food production.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-05-16 11:00:00 -05007/08/1910:00 a.m.Shawnee ParkCedar Rapids -
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Passport to the Parks - Cherokee Park
<p>This week we're talking about the importance of soil health and why it's so important for growing, well anything!</p><p>Every Monday starting June 10th through July 29th we’ll be at a different park in the city. This year we’re partnering with Linn County Education Outreach and we’ll be learning something new about agriculture- from how things grow to how we can make a positive impact on the environment. This program will be geared towards Pre-k- elementary aged kids. Attend more than five and earn an Ag Brag Certificate. We’ll also be connecting each site to the closest community garden/urban farm to give families the opportunity to learn about food production in their neighborhoods and how to get more involved in their own food production.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-03-23 11:00:00 -0500
6/24/1910:00 a.m.Cherokee ParkCedar Rapids -
Passport to the Parks - Redmond Park
<p>Did you know you can eat the green parts of carrots, or the stems of kale? Come and learn all about it!</p><p>Every Monday starting June 10th through July 29th we’ll be at a different park in the city. This year we’re partnering with Linn County Education Outreach and we’ll be learning something new about agriculture- from how things grow to how we can make a positive impact on the environment. This program will be geared towards Pre-k- elementary aged kids. Attend more than five and earn an Ag Brag Certificate. We’ll also be connecting each site to the closest community garden/urban farm to give families the opportunity to learn about food production in their neighborhoods and how to get more involved in their own food production.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-05-16 11:00:00 -0500
7/15/1910:00 a.m.Redmond ParkCedar Rapids -
Passport to the Parks - Huntington Ridge
<p>As the garden season winds down, it's important to blanket your beds in cover crops. Come and see what that's all about!</p><p>Every Monday starting June 10th through July 29th we’ll be at a different park in the city. This year we’re partnering with Linn County Education Outreach and we’ll be learning something new about agriculture- from how things grow to how we can make a positive impact on the environment. This program will be geared towards Pre-k- elementary aged kids. Attend more than five and earn an Ag Brag Certificate. We’ll also be connecting each site to the closest community garden/urban farm to give families the opportunity to learn about food production in their neighborhoods and how to get more involved in their own food production.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-05-16 11:00:00 -05007/29/1910:00 a.m.Huntington Ridge ParkCedar Rapids -
Passport to the Parks - Cedar Valley Park
<p>This week we dig a little deeper to see what the Earth looks like under our feet and make a snack complete with edible dirt and gummy worms!</p><p>Every Monday starting June 10th through July 29th we’ll be at a different park in the city. This year we’re partnering with Linn County Education Outreach and we’ll be learning something new about agriculture- from how things grow to how we can make a positive impact on the environment. This program will be geared towards Pre-k- elementary aged kids. Attend more than five and earn an Ag Brag Certificate. We’ll also be connecting each site to the closest community garden/urban farm to give families the opportunity to learn about food production in their neighborhoods and how to get more involved in their own food production.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-03-17 11:00:00 -05006/17/1910:00 a.m.Cedar Valley ParkCedar Rapids -
Passport to the Parks - Ushers Ferry- Seed Germination Necklace
<p>Chickens come from eggs and fruits and veggies come from seeds. Join us today as we explore the mighty seed and make and take a craft.</p><p>Every Monday starting June 10th through July 29th we’ll be at a different park in the city. This year we’re partnering with Linn County Education Outreach and we’ll be learning something new about agriculture- from how things grow to how we can make a positive impact on the environment. This program will be geared towards Pre-k- elementary aged kids. Attend more than five and earn an Ag Brag Certificate. We’ll also be connecting each site to the closest community garden/urban farm to give families the opportunity to learn about food production in their neighborhoods and how to get more involved in their own food production.</p><p>We always recommend confirming details before attending. We hope to see you there!</p> 2019-05-15 11:00:00 -05007/01/1910:00 a.m.Ushers Ferry Historic VillageCedar Rapids -
Linn County Board of Supervisors
<p>Work Session</p> 2019-05-01 11:00:00 -05005/13/1910:00 a.m.Jean Oxley Public Service CenterCedar Rapids