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Favorite Author Showcase
<p>Join us virtually to meet local author Patti Seda and discuss her new book, "Discovering Job Joy: Your Guide to Stretching without Snapping." Network with others, learn about our porgrams, and stay for class!</p><p><a href="https://mtmercy.wufoo.com/forms/favorite-author-showcase">RSVP</a></p> 2020-02-26 13:00:00 -0600
10/01/2012:00 p.m.Mount Mercy UniversityCedar Rapids -
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Free Coworking at Groundswell
<p>Interested in working outside your home office? Try out Groundswell's coworking space for FREE every first and third Thursday of the month. Free coworkers will receive access to the entire space, complimentary wifi, and free coffee. </p><p><br></p><p>Groundswell Coworking is a shared workspace for location-independent workers. By working here instead of at home, you can gain focus, collaborate with others, and utilize our community resources, such as a printer, conference rooms, and a full break room.</p><p><br></p><p>Groundswell is located at 201 Third Ave SW in Cedar Rapids. Please check in at the Matthew 25 office on the other side of the cafe when you arrive.</p><p><br></p><p>For more information, check out our website: http://groundswell.hub25.org/coworking/</p> 2020-10-01 16:00:00 -0500
10/01/209:00 a.m.GroundswellCedar Rapids -
Starting A New Business?
<p>Starting a business is emotional and the fear of failure makes it stressful.</p><p>With regulation the process is challenging and overly complex.</p><p>What if you had a short cut that would improve your chances of success and make it easier to manage?</p><p>The Empower program has help over 120 business owners just like you.</p><p>Empower by GoDaddy in partnership with Jane Boyd is a social impact program equipping entrepreneurs.</p><p>Our program offers:</p><ul><li><p>25 hours of Free Business Coaching - $1875 value</p></li><li><p>Free Website and Business email - $850 value.</p></li><li><p>Access to a wide network</p></li><li><p>Access to Graduate EXCLUSIVE CAPTIAL.</p></li><li><p>Priority for all sponsored events</p></li><li><p>Improved odds for loan approval with partner programs</p></li><li><p>Discounts on select rooms at Jane Boyd Community House</p></li></ul><p>Space is limited.</p><p>Visit <a href="https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer">https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer</a><em> RIGHT NOW to apply.</em></p> 2020-09-29 20:15:00 -0500
9/29/206:00 p.m.Empower by godaddy in partnership with Jane BoydCedar Rapids -
Starting A New Business?
<p>Starting a business is emotional and the fear of failure makes it stressful.</p><p>With regulation the process is challenging and overly complex.</p><p>What if you had a short cut that would improve your chances of success and make it easier to manage?</p><p>The Empower program has help over 120 business owners just like you.</p><p>Empower by GoDaddy in partnership with Jane Boyd is a social impact program equipping entrepreneurs.</p><p>Our program offers:</p><ul><li><p>25 hours of Free Business Coaching - $1875 value</p></li><li><p>Free Website and Business email - $850 value.</p></li><li><p>Access to a wide network</p></li><li><p>Access to Graduate EXCLUSIVE CAPTIAL.</p></li><li><p>Priority for all sponsored events</p></li><li><p>Improved odds for loan approval with partner programs</p></li><li><p>Discounts on select rooms at Jane Boyd Community House</p></li></ul><p>Space is limited.</p><p>Visit <a href="https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer">https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer</a><em> RIGHT NOW to apply.</em></p> 2020-10-01 20:15:00 -0500
10/01/206:00 p.m.Empower by godaddy in partnership with Jane BoydCedar Rapids -
IEC's Bright Ideas Breakfast
<h5><strong>Now virtual, and now for lunch!</strong></h5><p><br></p><p>Join us Wednesday, October 7 for a virtual program recognizing the benefits and discussing the future of clean energy for Iowa. Our energizing time will start with a moderated discussion featuring renowned ocean and climate advocate <a href="https://www.ayanaelizabeth.com/?eType=ActivityDefinitionInstance&eId=dd008a4a-49cd-49bf-84c4-b4cfdb6d2937">Dr. Ayana Elizabeth Johnson</a>, plus an awards presentation recognizing Iowa businesses and individuals practicing the promise of clean energy, plus small group networking opportunities.</p><p>We're also offering you the option to pick up lunch from local restaurants in communities across Iowa, and an opportunity to receive the recently published book <a href="https://www.penguinrandomhouse.com/books/645808/all-we-can-save-by-edited-by-ayana-elizabeth-johnson-and-katharine-k-wilkinson/?eType=ActivityDefinitionInstance&eId=dd008a4a-49cd-49bf-84c4-b4cfdb6d2937"><em>All We Can Save: Truth, Courage, and Solutions for the Climate Crisis</em></a>, edited by Dr. Johnson.</p> 2020-08-13 13:00:00 -0500
10/07/2011:00 a.m.Iowa Environmental CouncilDes Moines -
Starting A New Business?
<p>Starting a business is emotional and the fear of failure makes it stressful.</p><p>With regulation the process is challenging and overly complex.</p><p>What if you had a short cut that would improve your chances of success and make it easier to manage?</p><p>The Empower program has help over 120 business owners just like you.</p><p>Empower by GoDaddy in partnership with Jane Boyd is a social impact program equipping entrepreneurs.</p><p>Our program offers:</p><ul><li><p>25 hours of Free Business Coaching - $1875 value</p></li><li><p>Free Website and Business email - $850 value.</p></li><li><p>Access to a wide network</p></li><li><p>Access to Graduate EXCLUSIVE CAPTIAL.</p></li><li><p>Priority for all sponsored events</p></li><li><p>Improved odds for loan approval with partner programs</p></li><li><p>Discounts on select rooms at Jane Boyd Community House</p></li></ul><p>Space is limited.</p><p>Visit <a href="https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer">https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer</a><em> RIGHT NOW to apply.</em></p> 2020-10-06 20:15:00 -0500
10/06/206:00 p.m.Empower by godaddy in partnership with Jane BoydCedar Rapids -
Free Coworking at Groundswell
<p>Interested in working outside your home office? Try out Groundswell's coworking space for FREE every first and third Thursday of the month. Free coworkers will receive access to the entire space, complimentary wifi, and free coffee. </p><p><br></p><p>Groundswell Coworking is a shared workspace for location-independent workers. By working here instead of at home, you can gain focus, collaborate with others, and utilize our community resources, such as a printer, conference rooms, and a full break room.</p><p><br></p><p>Groundswell is located at 201 Third Ave SW in Cedar Rapids. Please check in at the Matthew 25 office on the other side of the cafe when you arrive.</p><p><br></p><p>For more information, check out our website: http://groundswell.hub25.org/coworking/</p> 2020-10-15 16:00:00 -0500
10/15/209:00 a.m.GroundswellCedar Rapids -
Free Coworking at Groundswell
<p>Interested in working outside your home office? Try out Groundswell's coworking space for FREE every first and third Thursday of the month. Free coworkers will receive access to the entire space, complimentary wifi, and free coffee. </p><p><br></p><p>Groundswell Coworking is a shared workspace for location-independent workers. By working here instead of at home, you can gain focus, collaborate with others, and utilize our community resources, such as a printer, conference rooms, and a full break room.</p><p><br></p><p>Groundswell is located at 201 Third Ave SW in Cedar Rapids. Please check in at the Matthew 25 office on the other side of the cafe when you arrive.</p><p><br></p><p>For more information, check out our website: http://groundswell.hub25.org/coworking/</p> 2020-11-19 16:00:00 -0600
11/19/209:00 a.m.GroundswellCedar Rapids -
Free Coworking at Groundswell
<p>Interested in working outside your home office? Try out Groundswell's coworking space for FREE every first and third Thursday of the month. Free coworkers will receive access to the entire space, complimentary wifi, and free coffee. </p><p><br></p><p>Groundswell Coworking is a shared workspace for location-independent workers. By working here instead of at home, you can gain focus, collaborate with others, and utilize our community resources, such as a printer, conference rooms, and a full break room.</p><p><br></p><p>Groundswell is located at 201 Third Ave SW in Cedar Rapids. Please check in at the Matthew 25 office on the other side of the cafe when you arrive.</p><p><br></p><p>For more information, check out our website: http://groundswell.hub25.org/coworking/</p> 2020-12-17 16:00:00 -0600
12/17/209:00 a.m.GroundswellCedar Rapids -
Free Coworking at Groundswell
<p>Interested in working outside your home office? Try out Groundswell's coworking space for FREE every first and third Thursday of the month. Free coworkers will receive access to the entire space, complimentary wifi, and free coffee. </p><p><br></p><p>Groundswell Coworking is a shared workspace for location-independent workers. By working here instead of at home, you can gain focus, collaborate with others, and utilize our community resources, such as a printer, conference rooms, and a full break room.</p><p><br></p><p>Groundswell is located at 201 Third Ave SW in Cedar Rapids. Please check in at the Matthew 25 office on the other side of the cafe when you arrive.</p><p><br></p><p>For more information, check out our website: http://groundswell.hub25.org/coworking/</p> 2020-11-05 16:00:00 -0600
11/05/209:00 a.m.GroundswellCedar Rapids -
Free Coworking at Groundswell
<p>Interested in working outside your home office? Try out Groundswell's coworking space for FREE every first and third Thursday of the month. Free coworkers will receive access to the entire space, complimentary wifi, and free coffee. </p><p><br></p><p>Groundswell Coworking is a shared workspace for location-independent workers. By working here instead of at home, you can gain focus, collaborate with others, and utilize our community resources, such as a printer, conference rooms, and a full break room.</p><p><br></p><p>Groundswell is located at 201 Third Ave SW in Cedar Rapids. Please check in at the Matthew 25 office on the other side of the cafe when you arrive.</p><p><br></p><p>For more information, check out our website: http://groundswell.hub25.org/coworking/</p> 2020-12-03 16:00:00 -0600
12/03/209:00 a.m.GroundswellCedar Rapids -
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Starting A New Business?
<p>Starting a business is emotional and the fear of failure makes it stressful.</p><p>With regulation the process is challenging and overly complex.</p><p>What if you had a short cut that would improve your chances of success and make it easier to manage?</p><p>The Empower program has help over 120 business owners just like you.</p><p>Empower by GoDaddy in partnership with Jane Boyd is a social impact program equipping entrepreneurs.</p><p>Our program offers:</p><ul><li><p>25 hours of Free Business Coaching - $1875 value</p></li><li><p>Free Website and Business email - $850 value.</p></li><li><p>Access to a wide network</p></li><li><p>Access to Graduate EXCLUSIVE CAPTIAL.</p></li><li><p>Priority for all sponsored events</p></li><li><p>Improved odds for loan approval with partner programs</p></li><li><p>Discounts on select rooms at Jane Boyd Community House</p></li></ul><p>Space is limited.</p><p>Visit <a href="https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer">https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer</a><em> RIGHT NOW to apply.</em></p> 2020-10-08 20:15:00 -0500
10/08/206:00 p.m.Empower by godaddy in partnership with Jane BoydCedar Rapids -
Starting A New Business?
<p>Starting a business is emotional and the fear of failure makes it stressful.</p><p>With regulation the process is challenging and overly complex.</p><p>What if you had a short cut that would improve your chances of success and make it easier to manage?</p><p>The Empower program has help over 120 business owners just like you.</p><p>Empower by GoDaddy in partnership with Jane Boyd is a social impact program equipping entrepreneurs.</p><p>Our program offers:</p><ul><li><p>25 hours of Free Business Coaching - $1875 value</p></li><li><p>Free Website and Business email - $850 value.</p></li><li><p>Access to a wide network</p></li><li><p>Access to Graduate EXCLUSIVE CAPTIAL.</p></li><li><p>Priority for all sponsored events</p></li><li><p>Improved odds for loan approval with partner programs</p></li><li><p>Discounts on select rooms at Jane Boyd Community House</p></li></ul><p>Space is limited.</p><p>Visit <a href="https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer">https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer</a><em> RIGHT NOW to apply.</em></p> 2020-10-13 20:15:00 -0500
10/13/206:00 p.m.Empower by godaddy in partnership with Jane BoydCedar Rapids -
Starting A New Business?
<p>Starting a business is emotional and the fear of failure makes it stressful.</p><p>With regulation the process is challenging and overly complex.</p><p>What if you had a short cut that would improve your chances of success and make it easier to manage?</p><p>The Empower program has help over 120 business owners just like you.</p><p>Empower by GoDaddy in partnership with Jane Boyd is a social impact program equipping entrepreneurs.</p><p>Our program offers:</p><ul><li><p>25 hours of Free Business Coaching - $1875 value</p></li><li><p>Free Website and Business email - $850 value.</p></li><li><p>Access to a wide network</p></li><li><p>Access to Graduate EXCLUSIVE CAPTIAL.</p></li><li><p>Priority for all sponsored events</p></li><li><p>Improved odds for loan approval with partner programs</p></li><li><p>Discounts on select rooms at Jane Boyd Community House</p></li></ul><p>Space is limited.</p><p>Visit <a href="https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer">https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer</a><em> RIGHT NOW to apply.</em></p> 2020-10-15 20:15:00 -0500
10/15/206:00 p.m.Empower by godaddy in partnership with Jane BoydCedar Rapids -
Starting A New Business?
<p>Starting a business is emotional and the fear of failure makes it stressful.</p><p>With regulation the process is challenging and overly complex.</p><p>What if you had a short cut that would improve your chances of success and make it easier to manage?</p><p>The Empower program has help over 120 business owners just like you.</p><p>Empower by GoDaddy in partnership with Jane Boyd is a social impact program equipping entrepreneurs.</p><p>Our program offers:</p><ul><li><p>25 hours of Free Business Coaching - $1875 value</p></li><li><p>Free Website and Business email - $850 value.</p></li><li><p>Access to a wide network</p></li><li><p>Access to Graduate EXCLUSIVE CAPTIAL.</p></li><li><p>Priority for all sponsored events</p></li><li><p>Improved odds for loan approval with partner programs</p></li><li><p>Discounts on select rooms at Jane Boyd Community House</p></li></ul><p>Space is limited.</p><p>Visit <a href="https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer">https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer</a><em> RIGHT NOW to apply.</em></p> 2020-10-20 20:15:00 -0500
10/20/206:00 p.m.Empower by godaddy in partnership with Jane BoydCedar Rapids -
Starting A New Business?
<p>Starting a business is emotional and the fear of failure makes it stressful.</p><p>With regulation the process is challenging and overly complex.</p><p>What if you had a short cut that would improve your chances of success and make it easier to manage?</p><p>The Empower program has help over 120 business owners just like you.</p><p>Empower by GoDaddy in partnership with Jane Boyd is a social impact program equipping entrepreneurs.</p><p>Our program offers:</p><ul><li><p>25 hours of Free Business Coaching - $1875 value</p></li><li><p>Free Website and Business email - $850 value.</p></li><li><p>Access to a wide network</p></li><li><p>Access to Graduate EXCLUSIVE CAPTIAL.</p></li><li><p>Priority for all sponsored events</p></li><li><p>Improved odds for loan approval with partner programs</p></li><li><p>Discounts on select rooms at Jane Boyd Community House</p></li></ul><p>Space is limited.</p><p>Visit <a href="https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer">https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer</a><em> RIGHT NOW to apply.</em></p> 2020-10-22 20:15:00 -0500
10/22/206:00 p.m.Empower by godaddy in partnership with Jane BoydCedar Rapids -
Starting A New Business?
<p>Starting a business is emotional and the fear of failure makes it stressful.</p><p>With regulation the process is challenging and overly complex.</p><p>What if you had a short cut that would improve your chances of success and make it easier to manage?</p><p>The Empower program has help over 120 business owners just like you.</p><p>Empower by GoDaddy in partnership with Jane Boyd is a social impact program equipping entrepreneurs.</p><p>Our program offers:</p><ul><li><p>25 hours of Free Business Coaching - $1875 value</p></li><li><p>Free Website and Business email - $850 value.</p></li><li><p>Access to a wide network</p></li><li><p>Access to Graduate EXCLUSIVE CAPTIAL.</p></li><li><p>Priority for all sponsored events</p></li><li><p>Improved odds for loan approval with partner programs</p></li><li><p>Discounts on select rooms at Jane Boyd Community House</p></li></ul><p>Space is limited.</p><p>Visit <a href="https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer">https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer</a><em> RIGHT NOW to apply.</em></p> 2020-10-27 20:15:00 -0500
10/27/206:00 p.m.Empower by godaddy in partnership with Jane BoydCedar Rapids -
Starting A New Business?
<p>Starting a business is emotional and the fear of failure makes it stressful.</p><p>With regulation the process is challenging and overly complex.</p><p>What if you had a short cut that would improve your chances of success and make it easier to manage?</p><p>The Empower program has help over 120 business owners just like you.</p><p>Empower by GoDaddy in partnership with Jane Boyd is a social impact program equipping entrepreneurs.</p><p>Our program offers:</p><ul><li><p>25 hours of Free Business Coaching - $1875 value</p></li><li><p>Free Website and Business email - $850 value.</p></li><li><p>Access to a wide network</p></li><li><p>Access to Graduate EXCLUSIVE CAPTIAL.</p></li><li><p>Priority for all sponsored events</p></li><li><p>Improved odds for loan approval with partner programs</p></li><li><p>Discounts on select rooms at Jane Boyd Community House</p></li></ul><p>Space is limited.</p><p>Visit <a href="https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer">https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer</a><em> RIGHT NOW to apply.</em></p> 2020-10-29 20:15:00 -0500
10/29/206:00 p.m.Empower by godaddy in partnership with Jane BoydCedar Rapids -
Starting A New Business?
<p>Starting a business is emotional and the fear of failure makes it stressful.</p><p>With regulation the process is challenging and overly complex.</p><p>What if you had a short cut that would improve your chances of success and make it easier to manage?</p><p>The Empower program has help over 120 business owners just like you.</p><p>Empower by GoDaddy in partnership with Jane Boyd is a social impact program equipping entrepreneurs.</p><p>Our program offers:</p><ul><li><p>25 hours of Free Business Coaching - $1875 value</p></li><li><p>Free Website and Business email - $850 value.</p></li><li><p>Access to a wide network</p></li><li><p>Access to Graduate EXCLUSIVE CAPTIAL.</p></li><li><p>Priority for all sponsored events</p></li><li><p>Improved odds for loan approval with partner programs</p></li><li><p>Discounts on select rooms at Jane Boyd Community House</p></li></ul><p>Space is limited.</p><p>Visit <a href="https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer">https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer</a><em> RIGHT NOW to apply.</em></p> 2020-11-03 20:15:00 -0600
11/03/206:00 p.m.Empower by godaddy in partnership with Jane BoydCedar Rapids -
Starting A New Business?
<p>Starting a business is emotional and the fear of failure makes it stressful.</p><p>With regulation the process is challenging and overly complex.</p><p>What if you had a short cut that would improve your chances of success and make it easier to manage?</p><p>The Empower program has help over 120 business owners just like you.</p><p>Empower by GoDaddy in partnership with Jane Boyd is a social impact program equipping entrepreneurs.</p><p>Our program offers:</p><ul><li><p>25 hours of Free Business Coaching - $1875 value</p></li><li><p>Free Website and Business email - $850 value.</p></li><li><p>Access to a wide network</p></li><li><p>Access to Graduate EXCLUSIVE CAPTIAL.</p></li><li><p>Priority for all sponsored events</p></li><li><p>Improved odds for loan approval with partner programs</p></li><li><p>Discounts on select rooms at Jane Boyd Community House</p></li></ul><p>Space is limited.</p><p>Visit <a href="https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer">https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer</a><em> RIGHT NOW to apply.</em></p> 2020-11-05 20:15:00 -0600
11/05/206:00 p.m.Empower by godaddy in partnership with Jane BoydCedar Rapids -
Starting A New Business?
<p>Starting a business is emotional and the fear of failure makes it stressful.</p><p>With regulation the process is challenging and overly complex.</p><p>What if you had a short cut that would improve your chances of success and make it easier to manage?</p><p>The Empower program has help over 120 business owners just like you.</p><p>Empower by GoDaddy in partnership with Jane Boyd is a social impact program equipping entrepreneurs.</p><p>Our program offers:</p><ul><li><p>25 hours of Free Business Coaching - $1875 value</p></li><li><p>Free Website and Business email - $850 value.</p></li><li><p>Access to a wide network</p></li><li><p>Access to Graduate EXCLUSIVE CAPTIAL.</p></li><li><p>Priority for all sponsored events</p></li><li><p>Improved odds for loan approval with partner programs</p></li><li><p>Discounts on select rooms at Jane Boyd Community House</p></li></ul><p>Space is limited.</p><p>Visit <a href="https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer">https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer</a><em> RIGHT NOW to apply.</em></p> 2020-11-10 20:15:00 -0600
11/10/206:00 p.m.Empower by godaddy in partnership with Jane BoydCedar Rapids -
Starting A New Business?
<p>Starting a business is emotional and the fear of failure makes it stressful.</p><p>With regulation the process is challenging and overly complex.</p><p>What if you had a short cut that would improve your chances of success and make it easier to manage?</p><p>The Empower program has help over 120 business owners just like you.</p><p>Empower by GoDaddy in partnership with Jane Boyd is a social impact program equipping entrepreneurs.</p><p>Our program offers:</p><ul><li><p>25 hours of Free Business Coaching - $1875 value</p></li><li><p>Free Website and Business email - $850 value.</p></li><li><p>Access to a wide network</p></li><li><p>Access to Graduate EXCLUSIVE CAPTIAL.</p></li><li><p>Priority for all sponsored events</p></li><li><p>Improved odds for loan approval with partner programs</p></li><li><p>Discounts on select rooms at Jane Boyd Community House</p></li></ul><p>Space is limited.</p><p>Visit <a href="https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer">https://empowercedarrapids.com/what-we-offer</a><em> RIGHT NOW to apply.</em></p> 2020-11-12 20:15:00 -0600
11/12/206:00 p.m.Empower by godaddy in partnership with Jane BoydCedar Rapids -
Virtual Thursday Forum: Scenic Long-Distance Hikes in the United Kingdom
<p dir="ltr">Floyd Sandford, Emeritus Professor of Biology</p><p dir="ltr">In the United Kingdom, walking is one of the most popular recreational activities, and because of this, England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are excellent destinations for hikers. Because of liberal rules for rights of way, U.K. citizens and visitors alike are permitted easy access to most of the countryside. A vast network of public footpaths and national trails allows day ramblers or long-distance hikers to experience beautiful and dramatic coastal scenery and lovely countryside with attractive villages of thatched-roof cottages, gardens, historical monuments, abbey ruins and more. This two-session Thursday Forum will introduce two of the many scenic, long-distance hiking trails in the U.K. and take you on a virtual journey through the stunning landscapes of Scotland and England. In the first session, we will travel Scotland’s West Highland Way, one of the U.K.’s premier hiking experiences. Our journey begins in Milngavie (near Glasgow), follows the shores of Loch Lomond (one of the largest lakes in the U.K.) and continues north into the beautiful Scottish Highlands. In session two, we will explore one of England’s most popular long-distance hikes, the 102-mile-long Cotswold Way, which begins in the picturesque village of Chipping Camden and ends in the historic city of Bath. In addition to admiring the scenery, we will learn some historical background about our destinations, including the destruction of abbeys during the reign of Henry VIII and the impact of the English Civil War on Cotswold villages.</p> 2020-09-16 23:58:00 -05002/11/2112:00 a.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
Virtual Thursday Forum: Scenic Long-Distance Hikes in the United Kingdom
<p dir="ltr">Floyd Sandford, Emeritus Professor of Biology</p><p dir="ltr">In the United Kingdom, walking is one of the most popular recreational activities, and because of this, England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are excellent destinations for hikers. Because of liberal rules for rights of way, U.K. citizens and visitors alike are permitted easy access to most of the countryside. A vast network of public footpaths and national trails allows day ramblers or long-distance hikers to experience beautiful and dramatic coastal scenery and lovely countryside with attractive villages of thatched-roof cottages, gardens, historical monuments, abbey ruins and more. This two-session Thursday Forum will introduce two of the many scenic, long-distance hiking trails in the U.K. and take you on a virtual journey through the stunning landscapes of Scotland and England. In the first session, we will travel Scotland’s West Highland Way, one of the U.K.’s premier hiking experiences. Our journey begins in Milngavie (near Glasgow), follows the shores of Loch Lomond (one of the largest lakes in the U.K.) and continues north into the beautiful Scottish Highlands. In session two, we will explore one of England’s most popular long-distance hikes, the 102-mile-long Cotswold Way, which begins in the picturesque village of Chipping Camden and ends in the historic city of Bath. In addition to admiring the scenery, we will learn some historical background about our destinations, including the destruction of abbeys during the reign of Henry VIII and the impact of the English Civil War on Cotswold villages.</p> 2021-02-11 23:58:00 -06002/11/2112:00 a.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
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Virtual Thursday Forum: Scenic Long-Distance Hikes in the United Kingdom
<p dir="ltr">Floyd Sandford, Emeritus Professor of Biology</p><p dir="ltr">In the United Kingdom, walking is one of the most popular recreational activities, and because of this, England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are excellent destinations for hikers. Because of liberal rules for rights of way, U.K. citizens and visitors alike are permitted easy access to most of the countryside. A vast network of public footpaths and national trails allows day ramblers or long-distance hikers to experience beautiful and dramatic coastal scenery and lovely countryside with attractive villages of thatched-roof cottages, gardens, historical monuments, abbey ruins and more. This two-session Thursday Forum will introduce two of the many scenic, long-distance hiking trails in the U.K. and take you on a virtual journey through the stunning landscapes of Scotland and England. In the first session, we will travel Scotland’s West Highland Way, one of the U.K.’s premier hiking experiences. Our journey begins in Milngavie (near Glasgow), follows the shores of Loch Lomond (one of the largest lakes in the U.K.) and continues north into the beautiful Scottish Highlands. In session two, we will explore one of England’s most popular long-distance hikes, the 102-mile-long Cotswold Way, which begins in the picturesque village of Chipping Camden and ends in the historic city of Bath. In addition to admiring the scenery, we will learn some historical background about our destinations, including the destruction of abbeys during the reign of Henry VIII and the impact of the English Civil War on Cotswold villages.</p> 2021-02-18 23:58:00 -06002/18/2112:00 a.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids -
Virtual Thursday Forum: Scenic Long-Distance Hikes in the United Kingdom
<p dir="ltr">Floyd Sandford, Emeritus Professor of Biology</p><p dir="ltr">In the United Kingdom, walking is one of the most popular recreational activities, and because of this, England, Wales, Scotland and Northern Ireland are excellent destinations for hikers. Because of liberal rules for rights of way, U.K. citizens and visitors alike are permitted easy access to most of the countryside. A vast network of public footpaths and national trails allows day ramblers or long-distance hikers to experience beautiful and dramatic coastal scenery and lovely countryside with attractive villages of thatched-roof cottages, gardens, historical monuments, abbey ruins and more. This two-session Thursday Forum will introduce two of the many scenic, long-distance hiking trails in the U.K. and take you on a virtual journey through the stunning landscapes of Scotland and England. In the first session, we will travel Scotland’s West Highland Way, one of the U.K.’s premier hiking experiences. Our journey begins in Milngavie (near Glasgow), follows the shores of Loch Lomond (one of the largest lakes in the U.K.) and continues north into the beautiful Scottish Highlands. In session two, we will explore one of England’s most popular long-distance hikes, the 102-mile-long Cotswold Way, which begins in the picturesque village of Chipping Camden and ends in the historic city of Bath. In addition to admiring the scenery, we will learn some historical background about our destinations, including the destruction of abbeys during the reign of Henry VIII and the impact of the English Civil War on Cotswold villages.</p> 2021-02-25 23:58:00 -06002/25/2112:00 a.m.Coe CollegeCedar Rapids