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Mays Island, Cedar RapidsBetween Second and Third Avenues , Cedar Rapids
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Walking Tour - Mays Island
<p>Learn about the early history of Mays Island and how Cedar Rapids transformed it into the only island government center in the Western Hemisphere. Following a tour of the island, experience the history of what was originally known as “Commercial Street”.</p><p>This tour along several blocks of First Street SE will reveal details about the earliest downtown retail locations before the Civil War period, the construction of landmark “skyscrapers” and a close look at surviving historic warehouse structures including the Smulekoff and Hach buildings.</p><p>Tour Guide: Kyle Patrick</p><p>Meeting location: Outside of City Hall, 101 First Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52401</p>
8/23/226:00 p.m.The History CenterCedar Rapids -
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#NotJustFebruary $1 Days
<p>Enjoy $1 admission on the second Saturday of the month as part of our #NotJustFebruary $1 days.</p><p><br></p><p>Members and children under 5 years old are free.</p> 2022-08-10 16:00:00 -0500
8/13/2210:00 a.m.African American Museum of IowaCedar Rapids -
Community Shred Day
<p>Let's Shred! Join Veridian Credit Union for Community Shred Day. Community members are invited to help protect their identity by safely destroying unwanted, sensitive documents free-of-charge. Documents should be placed in the cargo area of the vehicle.</p><p>Limit: maximum of two containers, 25-pound limit per container</p> 2022-08-10 12:00:00 -0500
9/17/229:00 a.m.Veridian Credit Union - Westdale BranchesCedar Rapids -
Iowa Model A Day
<p>The Hawk A Model A Club of Cedar Rapids hosts their 13th Anniversary of Iowa Model A Day in Amana. This event features over 80 Model A vehicles lining the streets of Amana as we step back in time with special events. Wander amongst the vehicles, owners are on hand for questions and conversation, many in period dress. </p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2019-03-21 15:00:00 -05008/20/2210:00 a.m.Amana Colonies Convention & Visitor BureauAmana -
Hercules Haven Open Barn Day
<p>Join Hercules Haven for Open Barn Day August 20th <sup></sup>from 1-4pm!</p><p>Come on out and meet the residents and hear their rescue stories.<br>Bring a blanket and pack a plant-based picnic lunch. Explore the property, relax, and renew.</p><p>The Haven is a smoke free facility. Wash your hands frequently and especially after touching a resident. Please, keep your pets at home when you visit the Sanctuary. They can add extra chaos to already busy days. Please only touch or pet residents that approach you and are interested in attention. Many residents have very traumatic pasts, and this is their home and safe space. We ask for a suggested donation of $10 for adults and $5 for children. Hercules' Haven is a registered 501(c)(3). We thank you for your support.</p><p><br></p> 2022-06-14 16:00:00 -0500
8/20/221:00 p.m.Hercules' HavenSpringville -
Cedar Rapids Softball Hall of Fame Days
<p>Cedar Rapids Softball Hall of Fame Days. Saturday & Sunday August 20th & 21st at the Ellis Park Softball Diamonds. 16" Softball Tournament starts at 8am both days. 2022 Kirkwood Softball Scholarship & 2022 Softball Hall of Fame Induction to start at noon on Sunday. Girls 14U Fast-pitch game to follow the induction. Free Admission, Food & Beverages Available. </p> 2022-08-11 17:00:00 -05008/20/228:00 a.m.Ellis Park Ball DiamondsCedar Rapids -
Cedar Amateur Astronomers present James Webb Space Telescope Day
<p><strong>Bring the kids and join Cedar Amateur Astronomers as we continue to celebrate the James Webb Space Telescope. Doors open at 1 PM on Sunday, August 14, 2022. </strong></p><p><strong>NASA JPL Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown will discuss Webb's first images from July, and any new images released since then. In this fascinating interactive discussion, Mark will give us an update on some of the science learned from these images and answer questions from the audience.</strong></p><p><strong>Then we will log into a live expert panel discussion straight from NASA. This is exclusive to host sites only, and guests are welcome to submit questions in advance or during the live chat.</strong></p><p><strong>We will have many kid activities throughout the day both inside and out (weather permitting). This is a great chance for kids of all ages to further their interest in astronomy, science, and the James Webb Space Telescope, and have loads of fun doing it!</strong></p><p><strong>Food and refreshments will be provided. Join the activities, visit the new Webb-related displays, walk around the grounds and chat with our members. All ages are welcome to this free event exploring Webb and the wonders of our universe.</strong></p><p><strong>Go to https://cedar-astronomers.org/events for more information.</strong></p> 2022-07-20 16:00:00 -0500
8/14/221:00 p.m.Eastern Iowa Observatory and Learning CenterEly -
Cedar Rapids Softball Hall of Fame Days
<p>Cedar Rapids Softball Hall of Fame Days. Saturday & Sunday August 20th & 21st at the Ellis Park Softball Diamonds. 16" Softball Tournament starts at 8am both days. 2022 Kirkwood Softball Scholarship & 2022 Softball Hall of Fame Induction to start at noon on Sunday. Girls 14U Fast-pitch game to follow the induction. Free Admission, Food & Beverages Available. </p> 2022-08-21 17:00:00 -05008/21/228:00 a.m.Ellis Park Ball DiamondsCedar Rapids -
Mapping Exclusion Tour – FREE
<p>Join the AAMI for a special tour of our temporary exhibit, <em>Mapping Exclusion: Redlining in Iowa</em>! This free, staff-led tour will take visitors through this popular exhibit.</p><p><em>Mapping Exclusion</em> explores the history of redlining in Iowa. Redlining is the systematic denial of various services by federal and local government agencies and the private sector to residents of specific neighborhoods. Black populations in seven Iowa cities -Cedar Rapids, Council Bluffs, Sioux City, Dubuque, Davenport, Des Moines, and Waterloo – were subject to redline mapping. The exhibit will look at these cities and the long-term effects of redlining on the current issues faced in these areas today.</p> 2022-08-10 19:00:00 -0500
9/01/226:00 p.m.African American Museum of IowaCedar Rapids -
Hercules Haven Open Barn Day
<p>Join Hercules Haven for Open Barn Day September 3rd from 1-4pm!</p><p>Come on out and meet the residents and hear their rescue stories.<br>Bring a blanket and pack a plant-based picnic lunch. Explore the property, relax, and renew.</p><p>The Haven is a smoke free facility. Wash your hands frequently and especially after touching a resident. Please, keep your pets at home when you visit the Sanctuary. They can add extra chaos to already busy days. Please only touch or pet residents that approach you and are interested in attention. Many residents have very traumatic pasts, and this is their home and safe space. We ask for a suggested donation of $10 for adults and $5 for children. Hercules' Haven is a registered 501(c)(3). We thank you for your support.</p><p><br></p> 2022-06-14 16:00:00 -0500
9/03/221:00 p.m.Hercules' HavenSpringville -
Hercules Haven Open Barn Day
<p>Join Hercules Haven for Open Barn Day September 17th from 1-4pm!</p><p>Come on out and meet the residents and hear their rescue stories.<br>Bring a blanket and pack a plant-based picnic lunch. Explore the property, relax, and renew.</p><p>The Haven is a smoke free facility. Wash your hands frequently and especially after touching a resident. Please, keep your pets at home when you visit the Sanctuary. They can add extra chaos to already busy days. Please only touch or pet residents that approach you and are interested in attention. Many residents have very traumatic pasts, and this is their home and safe space. We ask for a suggested donation of $10 for adults and $5 for children. Hercules' Haven is a registered 501(c)(3). We thank you for your support.</p> 2022-06-14 16:00:00 -0500
9/17/221:00 p.m.Hercules' HavenSpringville -
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Hercules Haven Open Barn Day
<p>Join Hercules Haven for Open Barn Day October 1st from 1-4pm!</p><p>Come on out and meet the residents and hear their rescue stories.<br>Bring a blanket and pack a plant-based picnic lunch. Explore the property, relax, and renew.</p><p>The Haven is a smoke free facility. Wash your hands frequently and especially after touching a resident. Please, keep your pets at home when you visit the Sanctuary. They can add extra chaos to already busy days. Please only touch or pet residents that approach you and are interested in attention. Many residents have very traumatic pasts, and this is their home and safe space. We ask for a suggested donation of $10 for adults and $5 for children. Hercules' Haven is a registered 501(c)(3). We thank you for your support.</p> 2022-06-14 16:00:00 -0500
10/01/221:00 p.m.Hercules' HavenSpringville -
Hercules Haven Open Barn Day
<p>Join Hercules Haven for Open Barn Day October 15th from 1-4pm!</p><p>Come on out and meet the residents and hear their rescue stories.<br>Bring a blanket and pack a plant-based picnic lunch. Explore the property, relax, and renew.</p><p>The Haven is a smoke free facility. Wash your hands frequently and especially after touching a resident. Please, keep your pets at home when you visit the Sanctuary. They can add extra chaos to already busy days. Please only touch or pet residents that approach you and are interested in attention. Many residents have very traumatic pasts, and this is their home and safe space. We ask for a suggested donation of $10 for adults and $5 for children. Hercules' Haven is a registered 501(c)(3). We thank you for your support.</p> 2022-06-14 16:00:00 -0500
10/15/221:00 p.m.Hercules' HavenSpringville -
Curiosity Day with Curious George
<p>Whose curiosity always leads to trouble? Whose curiosity always saves the day? The answer is one in the same, Curious George! Hear a story, meet the monkey, and create a banana craft!</p><p>Young kids and their caregivers are welcome.</p> 2022-07-19 11:15:00 -0500
9/10/2210:30 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Day of Self Renewal at Prairiewoods
<p>Find rest and relaxation for mind, body and spirit during this relaxing day at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha)! This tranquil day facilitated by Kim Seward features your choice of two services, group guided meditation, singing bowl prayer, a private guest room, a fresh lunch, and access to the labyrinth and all that Prairiewoods has to offer. (Choose from massage, head and shoulder massage, reflexology, healing touch, spiritual direction, Nature & Forest Therapy Experience, yoga or chair yoga.) Registration, a nonrefundable, nontransferable deposit of $50 and your top three services choices are required eight days in advance. The cost is $110 and includes two services, guided meditation, singing bowl prayer, private guest room and lunch (or $95 without a private guest room). Masks and vaccination may be required by the holistic provider. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2022-06-22 16:30:00 -0500
9/12/228:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Day of Self Renewal at Prairiewoods
<p>Find rest and relaxation for mind, body and spirit during this relaxing day at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha)! This tranquil day facilitated by Kim Seward features your choice of two services, group guided meditation, singing bowl prayer, a private guest room, a fresh lunch, and access to the labyrinth and all that Prairiewoods has to offer. (Choose from massage, head and shoulder massage, reflexology, healing touch, spiritual direction, Nature & Forest Therapy Experience, yoga or chair yoga.) Registration, a nonrefundable, nontransferable deposit of $50 and your top three services choices are required eight days in advance. The cost is $110 and includes two services, guided meditation, singing bowl prayer, private guest room and lunch (or $95 without a private guest room). Masks and vaccination may be required by the holistic provider. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2022-06-22 16:30:00 -0500
10/10/228:30 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Friends of Hiawatha Public Library Donation Day
<p>Let us help you with that spring cleaning! Bring in your gently used books and media and the Friends will retain re-salable items for our library sale area. Donations are tax deductible!</p><p> </p> 2022-07-22 12:00:00 -0500
9/24/2210:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Medicine Walk: A Day Long Forest Bathing Experience
<p>Join Backyard Abundance and Good Medicine at the beautiful Wapsipinicon State Park in Anamosa, Iowa for an extended Nature and Forest Bathing experience. Bathe in the medicine of forest, prairie, cave, river and stream. Our day will include a group Forest Bathing experience, a break for lunch and then time on your own with the land. </p><p><strong>Meet at the playground/restrooms/picnic area.</strong></p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>Extra clothing options in case you get wet, hot, cold, buggy, etc. </li><li>Hat</li><li> sunscreen</li><li> insect repellant</li><li>LOTS of Water (I suggest 2 large water bottles)</li><li>backpack or daypack</li><li>good shoes</li><li>snacks and lunch</li></ul><p><br></p><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $100- limited number of $0 fee, based upon your access to resources. There is a limited number of reduced fee tickets for this event, so please be sure to be mindful of what you are capable of paying in order to allow for all to have access. </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><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>EDUCATOR</p><p>Guided by Emelia Sautter, Certified Nature and Forest Therapy Guide, foundress of Good Medicine, Nature and Forest Therapy Practice in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.</p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>Wapsipinicon State Park, 21301 County Road E34, Anamosa, IA 52205</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><li><a href="https://www.hillsbank.com/" rel="noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Hills Bank</a></li></ul> 2022-08-09 16:00:00 -05009/24/2210:00 a.m.Wapsipinicon State ParkAnamosa