Join us in celebrating Hops for Housing's 11th anniversary on April 11th at Ushers Ferry Historic Village (Main Lodge) from 2:30-5:30pm! The address is 5925 Seminole Valley Trail NE, Cedar Rapids, IA 52411. Ticketholders will receive a pretzel necklace, tasting glass, and admittance to the event with local breweries and cideries to sample from. There will be live music, a...Continue Reading
The NASA Tracers Mission: The Latest Example of Hawkeyes in Space presented by Dr. George Hospodarsky
oin KCCK in collaboration with Kirkwood's Culinary Arts and Hospitality Arts Departments for an evening of food, wine, beer and music to benefit KCCK's Jazz Education Programs. Music by BYOBrass and Six Man Trio. The event features wine and beer tastings, heavy hors d'oeuvres, dessert and a silent auction. And of course great live music!Featuring Wine from Fireside Winery, Tabor...Continue Reading
Spring is a time to celebrate! Join us for Matthew 25’s Spring Celebration, where we extend our gratitude to YOU—our incredible volunteers, donors, supporters, and community! Matthew 25’s Spring Celebration will take place on Tuesday, April 28, 2026, from 4:00 to 6:00 PM at the Cultivate Hope Urban Farm, located at 437 G AVE NW. Mingle, engage with our programs,...Continue Reading
Join Kids First Thursday, April 30 from 4:30 - 6:30 PM at The Olympic in the NewBo District. Entry is free, fabulous auction items await, and the bar is open! We can't wait to celebrate with you. All of the proceeds directly support Kids First's mission to give children a voice in divorce, custody, and other conflicts by providing...Continue Reading
A Night with Bridgehaven 2026 Join us for A Night with Bridgehaven as we gather to celebrate the life-changing work God is doing through the ministry of Bridgehaven. This year’s gala centers on stories of redemption, restoration, and hope—stories we see lived out every day as women, men, and families walk through our doors seeking compassion, truth, and support in the midst of...Continue Reading
Cultivate Hope’s annual Spring Plant Sale, held on Saturday, May 2, 2026 from 8 am – 1 pm at the Urban Farm, will feature fruits, vegetables, herbs and flowers grown in our greenhouse as well as affordably priced annual and perennial plants grown by our local partners. Stock up on Iowa-grown plants for the 2026 growing season! We will have greenhouse-grown vegetable starts, well-established...Continue Reading
Join us for the Buds & Blossoms Plant Sale at GROW at Kazimour Farm & Orchard. Shop annuals, herbs, and Iowa native perennials. Get planting tips from Cedar Rapids Garden Club members and Linn County Master Gardeners. Enjoy family-friendly activities and kids’ herb planting. Presented by the Cedar Rapids Garden Club
Rooted in the belief that stories connect us, this final show in a four-part series invites local voices to the stage to share true, personal stories inspired by themes drawn from Matthew 25’s core pillars. Each evening is a celebration of vulnerability, truth, and the power of storytelling to create belonging. For this show, storytellers are exploring the theme: “There...Continue Reading
The Zach Johnson Foundation Classic is a premier golf event that brings together community and business leaders in support of the Zach Johnson Foundation’s Kids on Course program. Hosted at Elmcrest Country Club, the tournament blends competition, connection and purpose in a setting that reflects the heart of our community. More than just a day on the course, the Classic...Continue Reading
A family friendly open house style event geared towards increasing awareness of SILT’s mission to permanently protect Iowa’s farmland for sustainable food farming and highlight our other partners working to conserve Iowa! This event will feature: -The Veterans Memorial Building Victory Garden’s display -A seed swap organized by Seed Savers Exchange -Artists bring in their work to be viewed by...Continue Reading
Our community's Big Dreams are about to come true - the new Cedar Rapids Public Library Busse Branch will open its doors on Thursday, September 17, 2026. We hope you will join us to celebrate this milestone. The Cedar Rapids Public Library Busse Branch is located on 20th Avenue off of Edgewood Road SW. More details, including time and ticket...Continue Reading
