Local Out and Active Events
If you enjoy being active, the Corridor offers dance events, health/fitness activities, outdoor adventures and all kinds of sports and recreation. Find these great things to do with Hoopla's Out and Active segment.
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Folk Prints: Light Printing
<h2 data-hook="about">About the Event</h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>Join us in using the sun's rays and pieces of the natural world to create shadow prints in stunning shades of blue. </p><p><br></p><p>Cyanotypes are one of the original “photographs”, and where the term blueprint comes from. We will learn what type of paper works best, how to create the coating for the paper, as well as the processes for exposure and rinsing. We will then go out into the field to create “on the go” cyanotypes using found pieces of nature on a short meander through the prairie. You will leave with a few different handmade prints of your own.</p><p><br></p><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: $25 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p><br></p><p>This class is a part of a 3-class series. There is a<strong> 20% discount</strong> for registering for the series. (See separate Series: Folk Crafting With Nature 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><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><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>Harvest Preserve, 1645 N Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52245, USA</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 14:00:00 -0500
7/23/2212:00 p.m.Harvest PreserveIowa City -
Nurture Seeds and Soil
<p>Despite what our rushed society implies, late fall is a time to slow down and prepare for a long, rejuvenating winter rest.</p><p><br></p><p>During this class, we will explore the best practices for putting our gardens to bed and how these gardening activities can be applied to our lives for mental, physical and spiritual well-being. Seed-saving, weeding, mulching and cover-cropping will be practiced through fun, hands-on activities.</p><p><br></p><p>Organic methods will be learned; no synthetic pesticides or fertilizers will be discussed.</p><p><br></p><p>You are invited no matter your level of gardening experience. All are welcome.</p><p><br></p><p>Yummy snacks generously provided by New Pioneer Co-op.</p><p><br></p><p>CAN YOU LEAVE A LITTLE EARLY?</p><p>We realize the class may be a little late in the day. The first hour covers core concepts and the last half hour is hands-on practice. Please feel free to leave after the first hour if you need to get home.</p><p><br></p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>Clothes you don’t mind getting a little dirty</li><li>Gloves and a hat (optional)</li></ul><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: Grow Magical Garden Memories registration.)</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>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><br></p><p>EDUCATOR</p><p>Taught by Fred Meyer, permaculture designer, Master Gardener and Grandma’s gardening apprentice. Fred’s years of gardening and garden design experience will help answer your questions about specific challenges and opportunities in your garden.</p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>We meet at the Edible Classroom on the south side of the Robert A. Lee Community Center, 220 South Gilbert Street, 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> 2022-04-18 19:30:00 -0500
10/12/226:00 p.m.Backyard AbundanceIowa City -
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Yoga Outside: October
<p>Tap into your wild peace and deep presence. All-level yoga to help you come back to the body, calm the mind, and expand your comfort zone. We will ask the tall, old stones and trees to support a sense of place while we breathe with the green.</p><p><br></p><p>Classes will be customized based on the needs of attendees. Tell us if any accommodations are needed for inclusion. We will reschedule meetings in bad weather.</p><p><br></p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>your mat</li><li>water bottle</li><li>any props you might want</li></ul><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $20 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p><br></p><p>This class is a part of a 7-class series. There is a <strong>20% discount</strong> for registering for the series. (See separate Series: Yoga Outside 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 noopener noreferrer 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 noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Harvest Preserve membership.</a></li></ul><p>Attendance is capped at 15.</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>Guided by Mandy Dickerson, Iowa City Herbalist and Certified TriYoga Teacher, Owner of Plantchanters Garden LLC</p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>Harvest Preserve, 1645 N Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52245</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 noopener noreferrer 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 noopener noreferrer 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 noopener noreferrer 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 noopener noreferrer 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 noopener noreferrer 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 noopener noreferrer 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 noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">New Pioneer Food Co-op</a></li></ul> 2022-04-18 17:30:00 -0500
10/26/224:30 p.m.Backyard AbundanceIowa City -
Yoga Outside: July
<div data-hook="about-section"><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>Tap into your wild peace and deep presence. All-level yoga to help you come back to the body, calm the mind, and expand your comfort zone. We will ask the tall, old stones and trees to support a sense of place while we breathe with the green.</p><p>Classes will be customized based on the needs of attendees. Tell us if any accommodations are needed for inclusion. We will reschedule meetings in bad weather.</p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>your mat</li><li>water bottle</li><li>any props you might want</li></ul><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $20 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p>This class is a part of a 7-class series. There is a <strong>20% discount</strong> for registering for the series. (See separate Series: Yoga Outside registration).</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 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 noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Harvest Preserve membership.</a></li></ul><p>Attendance is capped at 15.</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>EDUCATOR</p><p>Guided by Mandy Dickerson, Iowa City Herbalist and Certified TriYoga Teacher, Owner of Plantchanters Garden LLC</p><p>LOCATION</p><p>Harvest Preserve, 1645 N Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52245</p><p>COVID-19</p><p>The event is held outside. Masks are optional. We will try to maintain 6' distancing.</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 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 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 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 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 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 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 noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">New Pioneer Food Co-op</a></li></ul></div></div></div> 2022-04-18 19:30:00 -0500
7/27/226:30 p.m.Harvest PreserveIowa City -
Jul This Ability-Holistic Dance July
<div data-hook="about-section"><h2 data-hook="about">About the Event</h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>Jhe and Jenni both live with bilateral disabilities and chronic pain and have decided to entitle this form of movement “This Ability’’ as opposed to the term disability. We want to encourage all peoples, especially those who may be in mental and physical pain, to trust themselves through non-judgmental movement using the vehicle of sacred geometry.</p><p>The five elements, including their geometric shapes, are:</p><ul><li>Earth- Cube</li><li>Water-Icosahedron</li><li>Air-Octahedron</li><li>Fire-Tetrahedron</li><li>Ether-Dodecahedron</li></ul><p>We will be creating a safe space for people of all ages and experiences to be held in community movement and exploration, regardless of their current mental or mobility struggles.</p><p><br></p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>Weather appropriate, comfortable dress</li><li>Any items you'd like to incorporate into dance</li></ul><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $20 - $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: This Ability-Holistic Dance registration).</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>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><br></p><p>EDUCATOR</p><p>Jhe Russell is a holistic dance healer. He received his MFA from University of Iowa in choreography and dance. He is able to weave together and connect traditional ballet positions with the elementary teachings of the 5 elements. Every human being has a head, two arms and two legs which equals the five elements. In ballet there are five major positions which relate to the five elements.</p><p><br></p><p>Jenni Rose</p><p>From the age of five Jenni had the opportunity to dance with various dance studios and participated on the Solon High School dance team. She went on to study photography in Chicago, at Harrington School of Design and spent her twenties focused on learning about weaving, natural and synthetic dye processes, and shearing sheep. She interned at The Chicago Weaving School for 2 years, and through that process developed her own weaving curriculum that she then taught to the age of preschool to adult, in Chicago and Seattle. In 2018 she suffered an undiagnosed inflammatory episode that caused significant neuropathy and mobility loss. She has learned a lot through her personal healing journey and contributes most of that healing to the gift of a grateful mindset and a good mother. </p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>Wetherby Park, 2400 Taylor Dr, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA</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></div> 2022-04-18 14:00:00 -0500
7/30/221:00 p.m.Wetherby Park Edible ForestIowa City -
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 -
July Silent Directed Retreat at Prairiewoods
<p>Join us for a week of sacred space, silence, solitude, rest and prayer. Steeped in the love of all of creation on 70 acres of prairie and woodland, deepen awareness of life’s gifts; restore balance; live in the moment; and nurture relationships with Creator, Earth, self and others. Each day affords opportunities for healthy meals, quiet personal reflection and an hour-long session with a spiritual director. An optional centering prayer session closes each day. Body modalities, such as massage, healing touch and reflexology, may be available for an additional cost. Silent directed retreats are ideal for anyone who desires quiet time away to return to one’s center, to learn the art of deep listening, to recover a sense of wonder and gratitude for life, and to fall in love again with all of creation. This retreat is offered at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) June 19–25 and July 24–30 and is facilitated by Rose Blank; Ann Jackson, PBVM; and Lucille Winnike, FSPA. The cost is $495 and includes spiritual direction, lodging and all meals. (Lodgers only, please.) A non-refundable deposit of $25 is required at registration. (Full payment is required to register online. If you prefer to pay the $25 registration fee now and the balance when you arrive, please call 319-395-6700.) If you want to stay in a Hermitage, you also will need to register by phone. </p>
7/24/225:00 p.m.Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality CenterHiawatha -
Yoga Outside: September
<p>Tap into your wild peace and deep presence. All-level yoga to help you come back to the body, calm the mind, and expand your comfort zone. We will ask the tall, old stones and trees to support a sense of place while we breathe with the green.</p><p><br></p><p>Classes will be customized based on the needs of attendees. Tell us if any accommodations are needed for inclusion. We will reschedule meetings in bad weather.</p><p><br></p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>your mat</li><li>water bottle</li><li>any props you might want</li></ul><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $20 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p><br></p><p>This class is a part of a 7-class series. There is a <strong>20% discount</strong> for registering for the series. (See separate Series: Yoga Outside 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 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 noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Harvest Preserve membership.</a></li></ul><p>Attendance is capped at 15.</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>Guided by Mandy Dickerson, Iowa City Herbalist and Certified TriYoga Teacher, Owner of Plantchanters Garden LLC</p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>Harvest Preserve, 1645 N Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52245</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 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 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 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 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 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 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 noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">New Pioneer Food Co-op</a></li></ul> 2022-04-18 18:30:00 -0500
9/28/225:30 p.m.Harvest PreserveIowa City -
Fossil Dig Day
<p>Learn all about fossils and do some digging of your own.</p> 2022-04-19 14:30:00 -0500
7/21/221:00 p.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Ready, Set, Glowforge!
<p>Draw, scan, and print your very own design using a Glowforge laser cutter. The Glowforge uses a beam of light to cut, engrave, and shape pixel-perfect designs onto a variety of materials.</p><p>This program is suitable for anyone ages 12 and over; no experience necessary.</p> 2022-04-19 14:00:00 -0500
7/02/221:00 p.m.Ladd LibraryCedar Rapids -
Yoga Outside: May
<p>Tap into your wild peace and deep presence. All-level yoga to help you come back to the body, calm the mind, and expand your comfort zone. We will ask the tall, old stones and trees to support a sense of place while we breathe with the green.</p><p>Classes will be customized based on the needs of attendees. Tell us if any accommodations are needed for inclusion. We will reschedule meetings in bad weather.</p><p><br></p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>your mat</li><li>water bottle</li><li>any props you might want</li></ul><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $20 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p><br></p><p>This class is a part of a 7-class series. There is a <strong>20% discount</strong> for registering for the series. (See separate Series: Yoga Outside 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 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 noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Harvest Preserve membership.</a></li></ul><p>Attendance is capped at 15.</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>Guided by Mandy Dickerson, Iowa City Herbalist and Certified TriYoga Teacher, Owner of Plantchanters Garden LLC</p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>Harvest Preserve, 1645 N Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52245</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 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 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 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 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 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 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 noopener noreferrer noopener noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">New Pioneer Food Co-op</a></li></ul> 2022-04-20 19:30:00 -0500
5/25/226:30 p.m.Harvest PreserveIowa City -
Fun in the Sun
<p>Join us outside the library for a celebration of all things summer! We will provide bubbles, sidewalk chalk and a frozen treat for your enjoyment.</p> 2022-04-20 12:00:00 -0500
7/23/2211:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
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Summer Dare Everywhere Party
<p>Celebrate the end of the Summer Dare reading program with activities and refreshments.</p> 2022-04-20 12:00:00 -0500
7/30/2210:00 a.m.Cedar Rapids Public LibraryCedar Rapids -
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 -
This Ability-Holistic Dance August
<p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Jhe and Jenni both live with bilateral disabilities and chronic pain and have decided to entitle this form of movement “This Ability’’ as opposed to the term disability. We want to encourage all peoples, especially those who may be in mental and physical pain, to trust themselves through non-judgmental movement using the vehicle of sacred geometry.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">The five elements, including their geometric shapes, are:</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Earth- Cube</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Water-Icosahedron</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Air-Octahedron</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Fire-Tetrahedron</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Ether-Dodecahedron</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">We will be creating a safe space for people of all ages and experiences to be held in community movement and exploration, regardless of their current mental or mobility struggles.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">THINGS TO BRING</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Weather appropriate, comfortable dress</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">Any items you'd like to incorporate into dance</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">REGISTRATION</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Sliding scale fee: $20 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</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: This Ability-Holistic Dance registration).</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">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" tabindex="0" target="_blank">Learn about Backyard Abundance membership</a>.</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">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.</span></p><p><br></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">EDUCATORS</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Jhe Russell is a holistic dance healer. He received his MFA from University of Iowa in choreography and dance. He is able to weave together and connect traditional ballet positions with the elementary teachings of the 5 elements. Every human being has a head, two arms and two legs which equals the five elements. In ballet there are five major positions which relate to the five elements.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"> Jenni Rose</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">From the age of five Jenni had the opportunity to dance with various dance studios and participated on the Solon High School dance team. She went on to study photography in Chicago, at Harrington School of Design and spent her twenties focused on learning about weaving, natural and synthetic dye processes, and shearing sheep. She interned at The Chicago Weaving School for 2 years, and through that process developed her own weaving curriculum that she then taught to the age of preschool to adult, in Chicago and Seattle. In 2018 she suffered an undiagnosed inflammatory episode that caused significant neuropathy and mobility loss. She has learned a lot through her personal healing journey and contributes most of that healing to the gift of a grateful mindset and a good mother. </span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">LOCATION</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Central Park, 501 6th St, Coralville, IA 52241, USA</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> 2022-04-20 14:00:00 -0500
8/27/221:00 p.m.Central ParkCoralville -
Yoga Outside: August
<h2 data-hook="about"><span style="font-size: 12px;">About the Event</span></h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Tap into your wild peace and deep presence. All-level yoga to help you come back to the body, calm the mind, and expand your comfort zone. We will ask the tall, old stones and trees to support a sense of place while we breathe with the green.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Classes will be customized based on the needs of attendees. Tell us if any accommodations are needed for inclusion. We will reschedule meetings in bad weather.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">THINGS TO BRING</span></p><ul><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">your mat</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">water bottle</span></li><li><span style="font-size: 12px;">any props you might want</span></li></ul><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">REGISTRATION</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Sliding scale fee: $20 - $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 7-class series. There is a <strong>20% discount</strong> for registering for the series. (See separate Series: Yoga Outside 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;">Attendance is capped at 15.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">INVITE FRIENDS AND FAMILY</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">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.</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">EDUCATOR</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Guided by Mandy Dickerson, Iowa City Herbalist and Certified TriYoga Teacher, Owner of Plantchanters Garden LLC</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;"><br></span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">LOCATION</span></p><p><span style="font-size: 12px;">Harvest Preserve, 1645 N Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52245</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></div></div> 2022-04-20 18:30:00 -0500
8/31/225:30 p.m.Harvest PreserveIowa City -
Series: This Ability-Holistic Dance
<div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>Jhe and Jenni both live with bilateral disabilities and chronic pain and have decided to entitle this form of movement “This Ability’’ as opposed to the term disability. We want to encourage all peoples, especially those who may be in mental and physical pain, to trust themselves through non-judgmental movement using the vehicle of sacred geometry. </p><p><br></p><p>The five elements, including their geometric shapes, are: </p><ul><li>Earth- Cube</li><li>Water-Icosahedron</li><li>Air-Octahedron</li><li>Fire-Tetrahedron</li><li>Ether-Dodecahedron</li></ul><p>This series includes 4 classes:</p><ul><li>May 26: College Green Park, Iowa City </li><li>Jun 25: James Alan McPherson Park, Iowa City</li><li>Jul 30: Wetherby Park, Iowa City </li><li>Aug 27: Central Park, Coralville</li></ul><p>We will create a safe space for people of all ages and experiences to be held in community movement and exploration, regardless of their current mental or mobility struggles.</p><p><br></p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>Weather appropriate, comfortable dress</li><li>Any items you'd like to incorporate into dance</li></ul><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $80 - $0, based upon your access to resources.</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Save 20%</strong> by registering here for all 4 classes in the series.</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>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>EDUCATORS</p><p>Jhe Russell is a holistic dance healer. He received his MFA from University of Iowa in choreography and dance. He is able to weave together and connect traditional ballet positions with the elementary teachings of the 5 elements. Every human being has a head, two arms and two legs which equals the five elements. In ballet there are five major positions which relate to the five elements.</p><p><br></p><p>Jenni Rose</p><p>From the age of five Jenni had the opportunity to dance with various dance studios and participated on the Solon High School dance team. She went on to study photography in Chicago, at Harrington School of Design and spent her twenties focused on learning about weaving, natural and synthetic dye processes, and shearing sheep. She interned at The Chicago Weaving School for 2 years, and through that process developed her own weaving curriculum that she then taught to the age of preschool to adult, in Chicago and Seattle. In 2018 she suffered an undiagnosed inflammatory episode that caused significant neuropathy and mobility loss. She has learned a lot through her personal healing journey and contributes most of that healing to the gift of a grateful mindset and a good mother. </p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>College Green Park, James Allen-Mcpherson Park,Wetherby Park in Iowa City and Central Park in Coralville</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><p><button aria-controls="events-details-page-about-inner" aria-expanded="true" data-hook="about-section-button">Read Less ></button></p> 2022-04-21 19:00:00 -0500
5/26/225:55 p.m.Park Tour Around Iowa CityIowa City -
This Ability-Holistic Dance May
<div data-hook="about-section"><h2 data-hook="about">About the Event</h5><div data-hook="about-section-wrapper"><div data-hook="about-section-text"><p>Jhe and Jenni both live with bilateral disabilities and chronic pain and have decided to entitle this form of movement “This Ability’’ as opposed to the term disability. We want to encourage all peoples, especially those who may be in mental and physical pain, to trust themselves through non-judgmental movement using the vehicle of sacred geometry.</p><p>The five elements, including their geometric shapes, are:</p><ul><li>Earth- Cube</li><li>Water-Icosahedron</li><li>Air-Octahedron</li><li>Fire-Tetrahedron</li><li>Ether-Dodecahedron</li></ul><p>We will be creating a safe space for people of all ages and experiences to be held in community movement and exploration, regardless of their current mental or mobility struggles.</p><p><br></p><p>THINGS TO BRING</p><ul><li>Weather appropriate, comfortable dress</li><li>Any items you'd like to incorporate into dance</li></ul><p><br></p><p>REGISTRATION</p><p>Sliding scale fee: $20 - $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: This Ability-Holistic Dance registration).</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>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><br></p><p>EDUCATORS</p><p>Jhe Russell is a holistic dance healer. He received his MFA from University of Iowa in choreography and dance. He is able to weave together and connect traditional ballet positions with the elementary teachings of the 5 elements. Every human being has a head, two arms and two legs which equals the five elements. In ballet there are five major positions which relate to the five elements.</p><p><br></p><p> Jenni Rose</p><p>From the age of five Jenni had the opportunity to dance with various dance studios and participated on the Solon High School dance team. She went on to study photography in Chicago, at Harrington School of Design and spent her twenties focused on learning about weaving, natural and synthetic dye processes, and shearing sheep. She interned at The Chicago Weaving School for 2 years, and through that process developed her own weaving curriculum that she then taught to the age of preschool to adult, in Chicago and Seattle. In 2018 she suffered an undiagnosed inflammatory episode that caused significant neuropathy and mobility loss. She has learned a lot through her personal healing journey and contributes most of that healing to the gift of a grateful mindset and a good mother. </p><p><br></p><p>LOCATION</p><p>College Green Park, 600 E College St, Iowa City, IA 52240, USA</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></div> 2022-04-21 19:00:00 -0500
5/26/226:00 p.m.College Green ParkIowa City -
Jun Gardening to Ease Stress & Anxiety: Coping Skills in the Garden
<p><em>Intentionally cultivate and grow your connection with the land through a hands-on gardening series</em></p><p><object data="https://retreatportal-dev-public.s3-us-west-2.amazonaws.com/pw/images/C7CD12-Gardening%20to%20Ease%20Stress.jpeg" alt="Gardening to Ease Stress & Anxiety: A Four-Part Series" type="image/png"></object></p><p>Now more than ever, we need to return to our gardens. We all know instinctively how we feel better with time outside with wild plants. Intentionally cultivate and grow that connection in this four-part series. Easy-to-understand, scientifically proven benefits will be covered alongside hands-on gardening techniques. Offering many of the benefits of meditation, gardening can be a powerful mindfulness practice. All are welcome, whether we plan on growing an herb container garden in a window, joining a community garden for the first time or growing veggies in our own backyard.</p><p>Jen Kardos leads this four-part series:<br>1. The Undeniable Benefits of Time with Plants<br>2. Bring Your Worries to the Garden<br>3. Coping Skills in the Garden<br>4. Foraging Self-Compassion</p><p><strong>The Undeniable Benefits of Time with Plants</strong><br><strong>Friday, March 25, noon–1 p.m.</strong><br><em>Zoom session</em><br>This will be an easy-to-understand overview of the numerous evidenced-based benefits of time in gardens and nature. Much like our pets, nature can provide the unconditional love and sense of connection we are all seeking. An overview of future classes and easy plants to grow will be included.</p><p><strong>Bring Your Worries to the Garden</strong><br><strong>Friday, April 22, 4–6 p.m.</strong><br><em>Green Community Gardens at Prairiewoods</em><br>We are invited to bring our worries to the garden. We will experience hands-on all the ways our body's nervous system and immune system self-regulate in the garden. We will practice gardening techniques to nurture mind, body and spirit while developing practical bed preparation, seeding and transplanting skills.</p><p><strong>Coping Skills in the Garden</strong><br><strong>Friday, June 3, 4–6 p.m.</strong><br><em>Green Community Gardens at Prairiewoods</em><br>We will learn coping skills in the garden. We will enhance our plant-tending skills while gardening to reduce anxiety, improve mood and sooth the inner-critic. We will learn techniques of thinning and pruning and their applications in our lives. We will even be able to nibble on early harvests in the Garden of Eat’n!</p><p><strong>Foraging Self-Compassion</strong><br><strong>Friday, June 24, 4–6 p.m.</strong><br><em>Green Community Gardens at Prairiewoods</em><br>We will be on foraging self-compassion. This is for the perfectionist who desires to embrace the imperfect and experience more joy in the garden (and in life!). Learn the messy ways that nature thrives in the unpredictable world and the delicious abundance it offers in return. We will be foraging and tasting cultivated and wild plants, and noticing their non-judgmental natures.</p><p>The first online session is free, and each in-person session costs $20 (or register for the four-part series for $50 by calling 319-395-6700). Attendees are encouraged to sign up for the series, although registrations for only one or more individual sessions are welcomed.</p> 2022-04-21 18:00:00 -0500
6/03/224:00 p.m.Green Community Gardens at PrairiewoodsHiawatha -
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 -
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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 -
Morning Yoga Stretch
<p>Join us in person or through <a data-id="l-6507357172" href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/93516939947?pwd=c0JnLzR1dlVteEtpMVdOS2haK2t3dz09" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zoom!</a></p><p>Get ready for your day with a gentle morning yoga session with Paula!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Please consult your physician before beginning an exercise program.</strong></p> 2022-05-26 09:00:00 -05005/26/228:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Morning Yoga Stretch
<p>Join us in person or through <a data-id="l-6507357172" href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/93516939947?pwd=c0JnLzR1dlVteEtpMVdOS2haK2t3dz09" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zoom!</a></p><p>Get ready for your day with a gentle morning yoga session with Paula!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Please consult your physician before beginning an exercise program.</strong></p> 2022-06-02 09:00:00 -05006/02/228:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly -
Morning Yoga Stretch
<p>Join us in person or through <a data-id="l-6507357172" href="https://us06web.zoom.us/j/93516939947?pwd=c0JnLzR1dlVteEtpMVdOS2haK2t3dz09" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">Zoom!</a></p><p>Get ready for your day with a gentle morning yoga session with Paula!</p><p><br></p><p><strong>Please consult your physician before beginning an exercise program.</strong></p> 2022-06-09 09:00:00 -05006/09/228:00 a.m.Ely Public LibraryEly