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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
8/13/227:00 p.m.McGrath AmphitheatreCedar Rapids -
Moonlit Movie featuring "Sing 2"
<p>Free kids activities begin at 7:00 p.m. with the feature presentation to follow around 8:30 p.m. (dusk). Treats from Kona Ice, The Freeze, and FREE popcorn from the Shriner's Popcorn Mobile. Guests should bring lawn chairs and blankets for open lawn seating. Outside food and drink are permitted. These events are free to attend and supported in part by the Marion Hotel-Motel Grant Program.</p><p>SING 2: Theater owner Buster Moon sets his sights on producing a brand-new musical with his troupe in the glamorous Redshore City. To gain the support of a ruthless music mogul, he pitches that he'll feature Clay Calloway, a legendary but elusive rock singer as part of the show. Now, all the group needs to do is find the recluse and persuade him to perform with them. </p> 2022-05-12 22:30:00 -0500
5/27/227:00 p.m.Klopfenstein Amphitheater for the Performing Arts.Marion -
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CRBT Movies on the Riverbank | Luca
<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 July 16th:<br>Luca (2021 - PG - 95 minutes)</strong></p><p>On the Italian Riviera, an unlikely but strong friendship grows between a human being and a sea monster disguised as a human.</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
7/16/227:00 p.m.McGrath AmphitheatreCedar Rapids -
CRBT Movies on the Riverbank | Encanto
<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 June 18th:<br>Encanto (2021 - PG - 110 minutes)</strong></p><p>A Colombian teenage girl has to face the frustration of being the only member of her family without magical powers.</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> 2021-05-18 23:15:00 -0500
6/18/227:00 p.m.McGrath AmphitheatreCedar Rapids -
Coralville 4thFest
<p>Coralville's annual 4th of July celebration, 4thFest, is a community tradition that attracts visitors from near and far. </p><p>The multi-day, outdoor festival includes a 5K run/walk, carnival, food, a free concert in the park, the area's largest Independence Day parade, free family-friendly activities in the park, and fireworks!</p> 2022-05-02 22:00:00 -0500
7/03/2211:30 a.m.S.T. Morrison ParkCoralville -
Coralville 4thFest
<p>Coralville's annual 4th of July celebration, 4thFest, is a community tradition that attracts visitors from near and far. </p><p>The multi-day, outdoor festival includes a 5K run/walk, carnival, food, a free concert in the park, the area's largest Independence Day parade, free family-friendly activities in the park, and fireworks!</p> 2022-05-02 22:00:00 -0500
7/04/228:00 a.m.S.T. Morrison ParkCoralville -
Woodland Wednesdays at Prairiewoods
<p>Spring has sprung, and that means Woodland Wednesdays are back! Are you interested in learning about prairie and woodland restoration, vegetable gardening and food forests, or just want to help Prairiewoods, drive tractors and move logs? Join the outdoors team at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) every Wednesday from 9–12 or 2–5 for our regular volunteer hours. Do those times or activities not work for you? Don’t worry—there are plenty of other times and ways to get involved! For more information or to sign up to volunteer, contact August at astolba@prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2022-05-25 17:00:00 -0500
5/25/229:00 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Woodland Wednesdays at Prairiewoods
<p>Summer is here, and it’s a beautiful time to be outside in the woods, prairie and gardens! Are you interested in learning about prairie and woodland restoration, vegetable gardening and food forests, or just want to help Prairiewoods, drive tractors and move logs? Join the outdoors team at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) every Wednesday from 9–12 or 2–5 for our regular volunteer hours. Do those times or activities not work for you? Don’t worry—there are plenty of other times and ways to get involved! For more information or to sign up to volunteer, contact August at astolba@prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2022-04-16 17:00:00 -0500
6/01/229:00 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Woodland Wednesdays at Prairiewoods
<p>Summer is here, and it’s a beautiful time to be outside in the woods, prairie and gardens! Are you interested in learning about prairie and woodland restoration, vegetable gardening and food forests, or just want to help Prairiewoods, drive tractors and move logs? Join the outdoors team at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) every Wednesday from 9–12 or 2–5 for our regular volunteer hours. Do those times or activities not work for you? Don’t worry—there are plenty of other times and ways to get involved! For more information or to sign up to volunteer, contact August at astolba@prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2022-06-08 17:00:00 -0500
6/08/229:00 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Woodland Wednesdays at Prairiewoods
<p>Summer is here, and it’s a beautiful time to be outside in the woods, prairie and gardens! Are you interested in learning about prairie and woodland restoration, vegetable gardening and food forests, or just want to help Prairiewoods, drive tractors and move logs? Join the outdoors team at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) every Wednesday from 9–12 or 2–5 for our regular volunteer hours. Do those times or activities not work for you? Don’t worry—there are plenty of other times and ways to get involved! For more information or to sign up to volunteer, contact August at astolba@prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2022-06-15 17:00:00 -0500
6/15/229:00 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Woodland Wednesdays at Prairiewoods
<p>Summer is here, and it’s a beautiful time to be outside in the woods, prairie and gardens! Are you interested in learning about prairie and woodland restoration, vegetable gardening and food forests, or just want to help Prairiewoods, drive tractors and move logs? Join the outdoors team at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) every Wednesday from 9–12 or 2–5 for our regular volunteer hours. Do those times or activities not work for you? Don’t worry—there are plenty of other times and ways to get involved! For more information or to sign up to volunteer, contact August at astolba@prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2022-06-22 17:00:00 -0500
6/22/229:00 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Woodland Wednesdays at Prairiewoods
<p>Summer is here, and it’s a beautiful time to be outside in the woods, prairie and gardens! Are you interested in learning about prairie and woodland restoration, vegetable gardening and food forests, or just want to help Prairiewoods, drive tractors and move logs? Join the outdoors team at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) every Wednesday from 9–12 or 2–5 for our regular volunteer hours. Do those times or activities not work for you? Don’t worry—there are plenty of other times and ways to get involved! For more information or to sign up to volunteer, contact August at astolba@prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.</p> 2022-06-29 17:00:00 -0500
6/29/229:00 a.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
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Critter Catch
<p>Help us celebrate the vital importance of wetlands to our ecological, economic, and social health. Families are invited for a hands-on wetland exploration to discover what critters are living in or around the water. Participants will use nets to catch frogs, crawdads, snails, and insects hatching throughout the wetlands as part of a water quality assessment. Naturalists will help you identify critters and will have microscopes on hand for viewing and identifying samples as well. Check out the on-site exhibits, displays, and activities provided by Iowa State University and other partnering organizations. Come and go from 9 a.m. – 12 p.m. Cost is free. No registration is required. </p> 2022-05-16 12:00:00 -0500
6/04/229:00 a.m.Wickiup Hill Learning CenterToddville -
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
6/26/224:00 p.m.James Alan McPherson ParkIowa City -
Moonlit Movie featuring "Encanto"
<p>Free kids activities begin at 7:00 p.m. with the feature presentation to follow around 8:30 p.m. (dusk). Treats from Kona Ice, The Freeze, and FREE popcorn from the Shriner's Popcorn Mobile. Guests should bring lawn chairs and blankets for open lawn seating. Outside food and drink are permitted. These events are free to attend and supported in part by the Marion Hotel-Motel Grant Program.</p><p>ENCANTO: Deep in the Colombian mountains, the Madrigal family possesses an extraordinary secret. Each member of the family is able to perform magic. Yet at the heart of the family is 15-year-old Mirabel, who does not seem to possess any unusual abilities. Faced with this harsh reality, Mirabel struggles to reconcile her place within her family while searching for who she truly is.</p> 2022-05-12 22:30:00 -0500
8/05/227:00 p.m.Klopfenstein Amphitheater for the Performing Arts.Marion -
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
6/29/226:00 p.m.Hickory Hill Park-Iowa CityIowa City -
Wednesdays @ the Plaza
<p>Bring a sack lunch and enjoy our weekly special guests.</p><p>June 8: Members of Cedar Valley Rocks and Minerals Society... If you'd like, bring a cool rock!</p><p>June 15: Hiawatha Police Officer Hodzic</p><p>June 22: Fire Chief Matt and the Hiawatha Fire Department</p><p>June 29: Waffles the Mini Horse</p><p>July 6: Mr. Shucks</p><p>July 13: K-9 Ambassadors </p><p>July 20: Naturalist Chuck Ungs and Iowa Birds</p><p>July 27: NASA Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown...If weather permits, Mr. Brown will bring his solar telescope.</p> 2022-04-25 12:00:00 -0500
6/08/2211:30 a.m.City of HiawathaHiawatha -
Wednesdays @ the Plaza
<p>Bring a sack lunch and enjoy our weekly special guests.</p><p>June 8: Members of Cedar Valley Rocks and Minerals Society... If you'd like, bring a cool rock!</p><p>June 15: Hiawatha Police Officer Hodzic</p><p>June 22: Fire Chief Matt and the Hiawatha Fire Department</p><p>June 29: Waffles the Mini Horse</p><p>July 6: Mr. Shucks</p><p>July 13: K-9 Ambassadors </p><p>July 20: Naturalist Chuck Ungs and Iowa Birds</p><p>July 27: NASA Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown...If weather permits, Mr. Brown will bring his solar telescope.</p> 2022-06-15 12:00:00 -0500
6/15/2211:30 a.m.City of HiawathaHiawatha -
Wednesdays @ the Plaza
<p>Bring a sack lunch and enjoy our weekly special guests.</p><p>June 8: Members of Cedar Valley Rocks and Minerals Society... If you'd like, bring a cool rock!</p><p>June 15: Hiawatha Police Officer Hodzic</p><p>June 22: Fire Chief Matt and the Hiawatha Fire Department</p><p>June 29: Waffles the Mini Horse</p><p>July 6: Mr. Shucks</p><p>July 13: K-9 Ambassadors </p><p>July 20: Naturalist Chuck Ungs and Iowa Birds</p><p>July 27: NASA Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown...If weather permits, Mr. Brown will bring his solar telescope.</p> 2022-06-22 12:00:00 -0500
6/22/2211:30 a.m.City of HiawathaHiawatha -
Wednesdays @ the Plaza
<p>Bring a sack lunch and enjoy our weekly special guests.</p><p>June 8: Members of Cedar Valley Rocks and Minerals Society... If you'd like, bring a cool rock!</p><p>June 15: Hiawatha Police Officer Hodzic</p><p>June 22: Fire Chief Matt and the Hiawatha Fire Department</p><p>June 29: Waffles the Mini Horse</p><p>July 6: Mr. Shucks</p><p>July 13: K-9 Ambassadors </p><p>July 20: Naturalist Chuck Ungs and Iowa Birds</p><p>July 27: NASA Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown...If weather permits, Mr. Brown will bring his solar telescope.</p> 2022-06-29 12:00:00 -0500
6/29/2211:30 a.m.City of HiawathaHiawatha -
Wednesdays @ the Plaza
<p>Bring a sack lunch and enjoy our weekly special guests.</p><p>June 8: Members of Cedar Valley Rocks and Minerals Society... If you'd like, bring a cool rock!</p><p>June 15: Hiawatha Police Officer Hodzic</p><p>June 22: Fire Chief Matt and the Hiawatha Fire Department</p><p>June 29: Waffles the Mini Horse</p><p>July 6: Mr. Shucks</p><p>July 13: K-9 Ambassadors </p><p>July 20: Naturalist Chuck Ungs and Iowa Birds</p><p>July 27: NASA Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown...If weather permits, Mr. Brown will bring his solar telescope.</p> 2022-07-06 12:00:00 -0500
7/06/2211:30 a.m.City of HiawathaHiawatha -
Wednesdays @ the Plaza
<p>Bring a sack lunch and enjoy our weekly special guests.</p><p>June 8: Members of Cedar Valley Rocks and Minerals Society... If you'd like, bring a cool rock!</p><p>June 15: Hiawatha Police Officer Hodzic</p><p>June 22: Fire Chief Matt and the Hiawatha Fire Department</p><p>June 29: Waffles the Mini Horse</p><p>July 6: Mr. Shucks</p><p>July 13: K-9 Ambassadors </p><p>July 20: Naturalist Chuck Ungs and Iowa Birds</p><p>July 27: NASA Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown...If weather permits, Mr. Brown will bring his solar telescope.</p> 2022-07-13 12:00:00 -0500
7/13/2211:30 a.m.City of HiawathaHiawatha -
Wednesdays @ the Plaza
<p>Bring a sack lunch and enjoy our weekly special guests.</p><p>June 8: Members of Cedar Valley Rocks and Minerals Society... If you'd like, bring a cool rock!</p><p>June 15: Hiawatha Police Officer Hodzic</p><p>June 22: Fire Chief Matt and the Hiawatha Fire Department</p><p>June 29: Waffles the Mini Horse</p><p>July 6: Mr. Shucks</p><p>July 13: K-9 Ambassadors </p><p>July 20: Naturalist Chuck Ungs and Iowa Birds</p><p>July 27: NASA Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown...If weather permits, Mr. Brown will bring his solar telescope.</p> 2022-07-20 12:00:00 -0500
7/20/2211:30 a.m.City of HiawathaHiawatha -
Wednesdays @ the Plaza
<p>Bring a sack lunch and enjoy our weekly special guests.</p><p>June 8: Members of Cedar Valley Rocks and Minerals Society... If you'd like, bring a cool rock!</p><p>June 15: Hiawatha Police Officer Hodzic</p><p>June 22: Fire Chief Matt and the Hiawatha Fire Department</p><p>June 29: Waffles the Mini Horse</p><p>July 6: Mr. Shucks</p><p>July 13: K-9 Ambassadors </p><p>July 20: Naturalist Chuck Ungs and Iowa Birds</p><p>July 27: NASA Solar System Ambassador Mark Brown...If weather permits, Mr. Brown will bring his solar telescope.</p> 2022-07-27 12:00:00 -0500
7/27/2211:30 a.m.City of HiawathaHiawatha -
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
6/02/226:00 p.m.Maquoketa Downtown Green SpaceMaquoketa -
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Bentonsport Riverfest
<p>Outdoor show along the Bentonsport Riverside park and historic district. Crafts, antiques, food, wine tasting, local made fudge, music, art show, free covered wagon rides, artist, blacksmith and other demonstrations. Local artisan shops and Indian Artifact museum will be open. A campground and local lodging is available. </p><p>Visit www.greefstore.com for more details or vendor information.</p> 2022-02-28 17:00:00 -0600
10/15/2210:00 a.m.Bentonsport Historic DistrictKeosauqua -
Sustainable Economy & Transportation Conference
<p><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Calling all business, non-profit and government professionals who want to learn more about sustainability: </span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">Join us for the two-day Sustainable Economy & Transportation Conference May 24 and May 25, 2022</span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">. </span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}'> </span></p><p><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}'>Day one (May 24) will focus on Sustainable Transportation and day two (May 25) will focus on Sustainable Economy. </span></p><p><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">You’ll hear from experts on the latest in decarbonization strategies, low- and no-emission vehicles, equity and funding and the challenges and opportunities in sustainable business pursuits.</span></p><p><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US">The event will also include:</span><span data-ccp-props='{"201341983":0,"335559739":160,"335559740":259}'> </span></p><ul><li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" data-listid="10"><p><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Strong"><strong>Panel</strong></span><strong><span data-ccp-charstyle="Strong"> discussions.</span></strong></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-charstyle="textrun" data-ccp-charstyle-defn='{"ObjectId":"62432b30-59c7-47ad-adec-44f0de248477|112","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[469775450,"textrun",201340122,"1",134233614,"true",469778129,"textrun",335572020,"1",469778324,"Default Paragraph Font"]}'><strong> </strong></span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun" data-ccp-charstyle-defn='{"ObjectId":"62432b30-59c7-47ad-adec-44f0de248477|115","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[469775450,"normaltextrun",201340122,"1",134233614,"true",469778129,"normaltextrun",335572020,"1",469778324,"Default Paragraph Font"]}'>Learn from industry thought leaders as they </span></span><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-parastyle="paragraph" data-ccp-parastyle-defn='{"ObjectId":"62432b30-59c7-47ad-adec-44f0de248477|113","ClassId":1073872969,"Properties":[469775450,"paragraph",201340122,"2",134233614,"true",469778129,"paragraph",335572020,"1",469777841,"Times New Roman",469777842,"Times New Roman",469777843,"Times New Roman",469777844,"Times New Roman",469769226,"Times New Roman",268442635,"24",335559740,"240",201341983,"0",134233118,"true",134233117,"true",469778324,"Normal"]}'>discuss pursuing low-carbon and equitable solutions in transportation and economic systems.</span></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"> </span></span><span data-ccp-props='{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}'> </span></p></li><li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="2" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" data-listid="10"><p><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"><strong>Network</strong></span><strong><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">ing</span></strong><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"><strong>. </strong></span></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">Connect with others throughout the event and join our </span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun">networking social</span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"> on May 24.</span></span><span data-ccp-props='{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}'> </span></p></li><li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="3" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" data-listid="10"><p><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"><strong>Vendor exhibits</strong></span><span data-ccp-charstyle="normaltextrun"><strong>. </strong></span></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-charstyle="textrun">Interact with our exhibitors and their booths to learn more about business sustainability and how they can help you go green. </span></span><span data-ccp-props='{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}'> </span></p></li><li aria-setsize="-1" data-aria-level="1" data-aria-posinset="1" data-font="Symbol" data-leveltext="" data-listid="10"><p><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Strong"><strong>A </strong></span><strong><span data-ccp-charstyle="Strong">Ride & Drive and Vehicle Display. </span></strong></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Strong">Experience an</span></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-charstyle="Strong"> </span></span><span data-contrast="none" lang="EN-US"><span data-ccp-charstyle="textrun">electric vehicle at our outdoor Ride & Drive and Vehicle Display event on May 24.</span></span><span data-ccp-props='{"134233117":true,"134233118":true,"201341983":0,"335559740":240}'> </span></p></li></ul><p><span data-contrast="auto" lang="EN-US">Let's create a low-carbon future, together. </span></p><p>Visit alliantenergy.com/sustainableconf for details. </p> 2022-05-06 17:00:00 -0500
5/24/228:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
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
8/03/226:00 p.m.Harvest PreserveIowa City -
Mushroom Foraging 101
<p><span style="font-size: 12px;">You may already enjoy edible mushrooms when dining out or when you purchase them from the store. Come discover how to ethically harvest mushrooms from the forest. We will explore diagnostic features including size, color, shape of cap and stem, underside features including pores, gills and teeth, and more. Because mother nature is unpredictable, we can not say for sure what we will find on our journey. We will be on the look out for edible mushrooms including oysters, golden oysters, woodear, chicken of the woods, hen of the woods, dryads saddle, and chanterelles. We may also encounter nonedibles along the way. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Remember to always be 100% sure on your identification before consuming wild found foods.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">You are invited no matter your level of outdoor experience. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Yummy snacks generously provided by New Pioneer Co-op.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">THNGS TO BRING</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Standard attire and sun protection for hands-on outdoor learning: hat, leather gloves, jeans, sunscreen</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">A notebook and a pen/pencil for writing and drawing (optional)</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">A sturdy outdoor knife with a fixed blade (optional)</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">REGISTRATION</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Sliding scale fee: $25 - $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 4-class series. There is a<strong> 20% discount</strong> for registering for the series. (See separate Series: Forage Wild Edibles with Confidence 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;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">EDUCATOR</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Taught by Annie Ventullo, experienced teacher, skilled and proficient mycophile. </span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">LOCATION</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">We meet at Harvest Preserve, 1645 N Scott Blvd, Iowa City.</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><ul><li><br></li></ul> 2022-04-20 19:30:00 -0500
8/24/226:00 p.m.Harvest PreserveIowa City -
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
7/23/2211:55 a.m.Hubbard ParkIowa City