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Nine Square Feet's 2023 Seed Swap and Giveaway
<p>This highly anticipated, multi-location gardening event is FREE, and open to the public from 10:00am-12:00pm. An awesome collection of seed varieties - vegetables and herbs, flowers, and native prairie species. Small space selections. Easy-to-grow varieties. Perennial and pollinator-friendly selections. Nine Square Feet is providing each swap location with a great selection of seed, and they've recruited some knowledgeable local folks to help you find just the right varieties for your garden.<br>Each <strong>adult</strong> attendee can choose up to <strong>5 free</strong> packets of seed and <strong>children</strong> (12 and under) can pick <strong>2 free</strong> packets of their very own. Bring a gardening buddy or the whole family.</p><p>Do you have seed to swap? Swap up to 10 packets of your saved seed 1-for-1.</p><p><strong>Here are the guidelines for seed swappers: </strong></p><ul><li>Swap a maximum of 10 seed packets 1-for-1. </li><li>Seeds must be collected or dated 2019 or later. </li><li>Saved seed should have a germination rate of at least 60%. Here’s an easy tutorial of a germination test <a href="https://www.southernexposure.com/how-to-test-germination/%C2%A0">https://www.southernexposure.com/how-to-test-germination/ </a></li><li>Packaged in paper envelopes or plastic baggie, individually labeled. </li><li>Suggested quantity is 10-20 larger seeds or ¼-½ teaspoon small seeds. </li><li>Labeled with seed type AND variety name. Optional: color, height, growth habits. </li><li>Labeled with year collected.</li><li>Labeled with the swapper’s first name.</li><li>You may also swap opened commercial seed packets dated 2019-2023 with at least half original contents and taped closed. </li></ul><p><br>We love SEEDS! Thanks for participating in the biggest statewide seed swap in Iowa’s history.</p><p>If you have plants that you would like to share, bring those too and we will have a plant exchange. </p> 2023-02-06 12:00:00 -0600
2/25/2310:00 a.m.Hiawatha Public LibraryHiawatha -
Tree Selection and Maintenance!
<p>Discover the key to selecting the best tree for your sight and how to care for it once it’s planted. Linn County Master Gardener Mike Anderson will discuss tree selection, planting, staking, mulching, fertilizing, protection from the elements and pruning.</p> 2023-01-04 19:30:00 -0600
2/09/236:30 p.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
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UI Tippie College Life Lessons webinar on Death is in the Details
<p>There are many things to consider when preparing for your own death. Do you want to leave a legacy or spend it all while you're here? Are inheritance taxes the same in every state (hint: the answer is no). What are your final wishes and are people prepared (and have you done the proper paperwork) so that those wishes can be followed? What do you need to do if you are wrapping up an estate? Our team of experts will provide guidance and insight to help you prepare. Moderated by Pat Heiden, former Executive Director of Oaknoll Retirement Residence with panelists <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/susan-hagan-1602a03b/" title="Susan Hagen Linked In profile">Susan Hagen</a> (BA90/JD94), Executive Director of Planned Giving at the UI Center for Advancement, <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/robert-michael-7312b196/" title="Bob Michael Linked In bio">Robert Michael</a>, Partner at Holland, Michael, Raiber & Sittig PLC; and <a href="https://www.linkedin.com/in/michael-lensing-a7356431/" title="Michael Lensing Linked In bio">Michael Lensing</a>, Funeral Director and Co-owner, Lensing Funeral and Cremation Services.</p> 2022-08-01 13:00:00 -05002/08/2312:00 p.m.University of Iowa Tippie College of BusinessIowa City -
Univ of Iowa Tippie College Life Lessons Webinar - Last, But Not Least: Tax considerations for life's milestones
<p><br>Life’s milestones come with celebrations, emotions – and decision making. It is easy to get caught up in the planning and details of events while neglecting to consider strategic tax planning. Starting a new job, marriage or divorce, buying a home, starting a family, retirement and death all present unique tax issues and require proactive decisions to maximize the after-tax consequences. Join the conversation between Barbara Thomas (MBA11), Executive Director, Tippie Alumni and Constituent Relations and Tippie Associate Professor of Practice Kay Hegarty, CPA (BBA80) as they share questions and answers providing tax insights for each stage of life.</p> 2022-08-17 13:00:00 -05003/01/2312:00 p.m.University of Iowa Tippie College of BusinessIowa City -
Amana Colonies Wedding Showcase
<p>Join us for the brand new Amana Colonies Wedding Showcase at Price Creek Events Center. Your one stop shop for everything you need to plan your dream wedding. Come early to sign up for great door prizes include a FREE WEDDING* at Price Creek, a Wedding DJ Package*, and more! </p><p><br></p><p><br></p> 2023-02-03 04:00:00 -0600
2/18/2311:00 a.m.Price Creek Event CenterAmana