Inclusive Advertising & Marketing Learning Event
2023-06-14 08:30 - 10:00 (America/Chicago) | Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, 324 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa, 52401, United States
Whether you are a for-profit business or a nonprofit service agency, your customers should feel represented when you speak to them in words, visuals, and actions that reflect your brand, service, or cause. Join us for a special event with Top RANK to learn more about inclusive representation in advertising, marketing, and communications. You are also encouraged to bring your materials, ads, or campaigns and get feedback from Top RANK’s professionals on how to be more inclusive in your language, visual representation, and overall marketing or advertising strategy.

Registration is required, seating is limited. Sign up to day for this free event! Register here.

Spay It Forward with Iowa Humane Alliance and Leash On Life
2023-07-08 08:00 - 2023-07-15 17:00 | Leash On Life, 432 IA-1, Iowa City, IA, 52246, United States
Leash On Life unleashes BIG donations by supporting IHA’s mission to provide low cost spay and neuter services to Eastern Iowa.
When you shop either Leash On Life location in Iowa City or North Liberty, between July 8th-15th, you can take care of your pet’s needsand help pets in need with a donation to IHA that will be matchedby our sponsors. Get your supplies AND support a great cause!
Special thanks to all of our sponsors who will be matching your donations – Northwest Naturals, World’s Best Cat Litter, Nutrisource, Earth Animaland of course…Leash on Life Pet Supply!

9 PIN SCRATCH “Like A Dog” Bowling Tournament for IHA
2023-07-15 00:00 - 23:59
Sign up for the 9 PIN SCRATCH “Like A Dog” Bowling Tournament for Iowa Humane Alliance at Colonial Lanes in Iowa City.
Five person teams for $100 per team of $20 per bowler. Don’t have a team? No problem! We’ll assist building teams for individuals or smaller groups.
Space is limited so sign up soon. Proceeds after cash prizes benefit Iowa Humane Alliance and help strike out pet overpopulation in Eastern Iowa.
Email Cristobal Quintana at colonial.proshop@gmail.com to sign up! Please include your team name, team captain, captain’s phone number, and number of bowlers and names.

Fill the Shelves for Veterans
2023-07-15 08:00 - 12:00
Bring your nonperishable food items, mens & womens toiletries and basic house hold products, to the Freedom Foundation, to Fill the Shelves for Veterans in need. Items can be dropped off at our office at 4001 Center Point Rd. NE from 8 am – 12 pm on Saturday, July 15th.

Bags For A Build Bags Tournament
2023-07-15 11:00 - 16:00 | Sag Wagon, 827 Shaver Rd NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402, United States
Help make a difference in the lives of families in our community. Join us at Sag Wagon this Saturday, July 15 for our tenth annual Bags For A Build bags tournament. There will be cash prizes, a live DJ, paddle raffle, and food and drink available for purchase. $30 per team. Check-in begins at 10 AM and the tournament gets underway at 11 AM.
Proceeds go toward safe, decent, and affordable housing in Linn and Benton counties. Please visit BagsForABuild.com to register or become a sponsor.

Mercy’s Connect with the CEO
2023-08-03 07:30 - 08:30
Public meet and greet with Dr. Tim Quinn, Mercy President & CEO.
Hosted by the Mercy Foundation. Light refreshments served.
Registration required at Connect with the CEO – Mercy Medical Center (mercycare.org)

Mercy Medical Center
Hall-Perrine Cancer Center Community Rooms
701 10th Street SE | Cedar Rapids, IA 52403

Tanager Golf Tournament Presented by Van Meter
2023-08-03 11:30 - 18:00 | hunters ridge, 2901 Hunters Ridge Road, Marion, IA, 52302, United States
Join us for our 29th annual golf tournament presented by Van Meter at Hunters Ridge Golf Course! This four-person best-shot outing includes lunch and dinner, prizes for every golfer, a silent auction, and fun hole contests during the round. Sign your team up today!
11:00am Check-in opens, lunch served, driving range opens at no additional cost
12:15pm Shotgun start
4:30pm Dinner served
5:30pm Awards and major raffle prize winners drawn
6:00pm Closing remarks and sponsor thank-yous

KCCK's Jazz Under The Stars
2023-08-03 18:30 - 21:00 | Noelridge Park, 4900 Council Street NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402, United States
Cedar Rapids’ only jazz concert series!
Each August, Jazz 88.3 KCCK presents free Thursday night concerts in Cedar Rapids’ Noelridge Park. This year, we double the music and fun by presenting two bands each week! A Young Artist ensemble at 6:30, followed by the headliner at 7:00.
This week we welcome the Iowa Jazz Composer’s Orchestra
Featuring Young Artist Ensemble: The Ana Koch Quartet
Bring your own picnic or enjoy food from one of our vendors! In case of inclement weather, listen to KCCK for cancellation information at 88.3 FM, online or like us on Facebook.

AAMI 30th Birthday Party
2023-08-05 10:00 - 13:00 | Cedar Rapids Public Library, 450 5th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
The African American Museum of Iowa is celebrating 30 years! Mark this milestone event with a birthday party at the Cedar Rapids Public Library (downtown)! Enjoy live music, crafts, snacks, book readings, spoken word, exhibits and more on Saturday, August 5 from 10-1PM.

The Arc 70th Anniversary OPEN HOUSE
2023-08-10 18:00 - 19:30 | The Arc of East Central Iowa, 680 2nd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Everyone is welcome! Help us celebrate the individuals and families The Arc has supported and everyone who has supported The Arc since 1953!
Tour our renovated lower level, visit with staff and participants with a brief presentation and ribbon cutting ceremony of our new recreation space at 6:30. Celebrating Yesterday, Today, and Tomorrow.
Serving free hot dogs, chips, popcorn, & cookies.
Sponsored by: Travero

Jazz Under the Stars | Ship of Fools
2023-08-10 18:30 - 19:00
Our youth blues band, Ship of Fools will be playing at this event at Noelridge Park! Come support these young local musicians!

KCCK's Jazz Under The Stars
2023-08-10 18:30 - 21:00 | Noelridge Park, 4900 Council Street NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402, United States
Each August, Jazz 88.3 KCCK presents free Thursday night concerts in Cedar Rapids’ Noelridge Park. This year, we double the music and fun by presenting two bands each week! A Young Artist ensemble at 6:30, followed by the headliner at 7:00.
This week we welcome the Diplomats of Solid Sound
Featuring Young Artist Ensemble: Ship of Fools
Bring your own picnic or enjoy food from one of our vendors! In case of inclement weather, listen to KCCK for cancellation information at 88.3 FM, online or like us on Facebook.

KCCK's Jazz Under The Stars
2023-08-17 18:30 - 21:00 | Noelridge Park, 4900 Council Street NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402, United States
Each August, Jazz 88.3 KCCK presents free Thursday night concerts in Cedar Rapids’ Noelridge Park. This year, we double the music and fun by presenting two bands each week! A Young Artist ensemble at 6:30, followed by the headliner at 7:00.
This week we welcome Damani Phillips’ Road Scholars (The Music of Spyro Gyra)
Featuring Young Artist Ensemble: The Harlan Jazz Combo
Bring your own picnic or enjoy food from one of our vendors! In case of inclement weather, listen to KCCK for cancellation information at 88.3 FM, online or like us on Facebook.

KCCK's Jazz Under The Stars
2023-08-24 18:30 - 21:00 | Noelridge Park, 4900 Council Street NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402, United States
Cedar Rapids’ only jazz concert series!
Each August, Jazz 88.3 KCCK presents free Thursday night concerts in Cedar Rapids’ Noelridge Park. This year, we double the music and fun by presenting two bands each week! A Young Artist ensemble at 6:30, followed by the headliner at 7:00.
This week we welcome Eddie Piccard Quartet with The Busch Brothers
Featuring Young Artist Ensemble: Nexus Brass
Bring your own picnic or enjoy food from one of our vendors! In case of inclement weather, listen to KCCK for cancellation information at 88.3 FM, online or like us on Facebook.

Downtown Mural Crawl
2023-08-27 11:00 - 14:00 | Ideal Theater and Bar, 213 16th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, IA, 52403, United States
Have you noticed all of the beautiful murals popping up all over Cedar Rapids lately?The Eastern Iowa Arts Academy invites you to come and take a look and how amazing they are on Sunday the 27th, and while you’re at it, register for a chance to win two free passes to a one-and-done adult class! (and trust us, they are cool! Stained glass, charcoal drawing, Japanese marbling…)Registration is as easy as stopping at our table in front of the Ideal Theater and Bar at 11am (213 16th Ave SE). Participants will pick up the mural sheet and explore downtown Cedar Rapids, take photos of the murals they visit, report back to the table, register for the drawing, and then if you want to enjoy the rest of the day with a cold drink and great music, check out the Rock Academy bands that will be playing on the Ideal stage from 1-4pm!The cost of the mural walk is free, but we are always very grateful for a free will donation that will help support the Eastern Iowa Arts Academy and their mission to offer arts to all children regardless of their financial status. Hope to see you there!This event is sponsored by the Eastern Iowa Arts Academy Young Professionals Board. For more information on how to be involved please visit: https://www.easterniowaartsacademy.org/MeetYPB

Dogs Forever's Annual Pup Cup Drive-Thru Fundraiser
2023-08-27 15:00 - 18:00 | Geonetric, 415 12th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402, United States
Load up your pupperooski(s) and bring them by for a sweet treat to beat the heat all while supporting our Annual Pup Cup Drive-Thru Fundraiser.

Donation based drive-thru with all proceeds coming back to the pups at Dogs Forever! Cash, Check, Venmo preferred, cards accepted too.

Pup cups will be good ol’ chilled whipped cream in a cup with a snacky snack treat on top.

All are welcome! (Yesssss even cats too if pup cups are their thing.)

Sunday, August 27th 3-6PM. Located in the parking lot of Geonetric! Look for EVENT signs along the roadways and our bright yellow DOGS FOREVER banner.

We can’t WAIT to see you, and lets be honest… mostly your pups!

P.S.: This is not a vendor event. Just a drive-thru style fundraiser where you don’t even get out of your vehicle (unless you want to pull over afterwards in the parking lot for your pup to enjoy their treat!). Hosted by volunteers from our shelter and our Fundraising Committee, supporting our sweet dogs.

Nonprofit Know-How: Equity in Action
2023-08-30 09:00 - 10:30 | Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation, 324 3rd Street SE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
A panel of local nonprofit leaders will share information about their organization’s equity goals and practices. This learning event is offered by the Community Foundation to support the equity efforts of nonprofits. The following leaders will share ideas and practices they have adopted to enhance equity:
Jessica Altfillisch, Harmony School of Music
Theresa Lewis, The Arc of East Central Iowa
Alphonce O’Bannon, Leaders Believers Achievers (LBA) Foundation
Melissa Walker, Big Brothers Big Sisters
Register here: http://events.constantcontact.com/register/event?llr=efkx8zdab&oeidk=a07ejx3tn7e9c171361

Y.O.L.O. (Your Other Lunch Option!) at Prairiewoods
2023-09-13 11:30 - 13:30 | Prairiewoods, 120 E Boyson Rd, Hiawatha, IA, 52233, United States
Tired of the same old lunch places? Let’s renew our bodies and refresh our spirits in a beautiful setting! Join Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) for Y.O.L.O. (Your Other Lunch Option!)—a lunch choice celebrating wholesome, fresh food made from scratch by chef Daniel Sutherland in Prairiewoods’ kitchen. We dine in a community setting with friends we bring with us or new friends we meet over a delicious themed lunch. On Sept. 13, our theme will be Oktoberfest. Arrive at 11:30, and the buffet line opens at noon. Registration is required at least two days in advance, and each lunch is limited to 35 people. The cost is $15 and helps support the future of Prairiewoods. For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.

Nonprofit Party at the Market
2023-09-14 16:30 - 18:00
On Thursday, September 14, 2023, from 4:30 to 6:00 p.m., the Community Foundation will host it’s annual Nonprofit Party to celebrate local nonprofit professionals and the incredible work they do to strengthen our community. This year’s party is being held at NewBo City Market in Cedar Rapids. All nonprofit staff are invited to attend. RSVP here.

Again this year, nonprofit employees who go “above and beyond” in their commitment and dedication to their organization and its mission will be honored with a Spirit of Minnie Rubek recognition. To learn about this year’s honorees, click here.

Corridor Business Hall of Fame
2023-09-14 17:30 - 20:30 | Double Tree by Hilton, 350 1st Ave. NE, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
The 2023 Corridor Business Hall of Fame, presented by U.S. Bank, marks the 24th anniversary of celebrating distinguished business leaders who have established a legacy of leadership within their industries and our community. Three laureates and one emerging entrepreneur will be inducted into the Corridor Business Hall of Fame, joining the elite group of past honorees, on Thursday, September 14, 2023.
Through leadership, vision, and innovation, the laureates and emerging entrepreneur have influenced much of our community’s economic development and social welfare. These distinguished business leaders were nominated by community members, and then selected by an independent committee. These individuals have lived and worked in Eastern Iowa and epitomize five key standards of excellence:
Their IMPACT on their industry or organization;Their INTEGRITY as an ethical business leader;Their commitment to bettering the COMMUNITY as a whole;Their LEADERSHIP qualities, which allow them to be exemplary role models for all of us – especially the children of Iowa;Their ENTREPRENEURIAL SPIRIT in starting or significantly advancing local businesses.
This elite group of Iowa leaders will be inducted at a black tie dinner held in their honor. Highlights of the evening include video biographies of each laureate and students from local schools will serve as hosts and escorts to reinforce the purpose of the event, to inspire children to visualize success.

BrewNost
2023-09-15 18:30 - 21:30 | National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library, 1400 Inspiration Pl SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
Enjoy food and beverage from some of the area’s finest restaurants, local breweries and distilleries, along with international beers, wine, and spirits. Supporting the educational and cultural mission of the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library for the 20th year, this festive outdoor celebration includes live music, auction prizes, and the drawing of the BrewNost raffle prize — a trip for two to Prague! (Need not be present to win)

Horizons 5K Powered by FSB
2023-09-16 09:30 - 12:00
The Horizons 5k, Powered by FSB, is an inaugural event that we are thrilled to introduce to our community! All proceeds from the event will go towards supporting Horizons programs, including Meals on Wheels, NTS (Neighborhood Transportation Service) and Financial Wellness Center.
We are excited to announce our partnership with the Marion Chamber, as we join forces to combine our 5k with their popular Marion Oktoberfest celebration. After completing the race, don’t forget to bring your race bib to the Oktoberfest event, where you can enjoy a complimentary beer! (You must have purchased an Oktoberfest ticket to attend.)
This is a fun non-competitive run, and open to the public. All ages are welcome to run, walk, scoot, skate or skip on the scenic course through downtown Marion, Iowa.

Chip in for the Arts Golf Classic
2023-09-18 12:00 - 17:00 | Elmcrest Country Club, 1 Zach Johnson Drive, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52402
Grab your favorite golfers and join us for a unique and meaningful event, the Eastern Iowa Arts Academy’s Chip in for the Arts Golf Classic. This special day is all about supporting art and music for youth in our community, making a difference in their lives while having a great time.
Experience the joy of golfing while knowing that you’re helping kids and families gain access to the arts, boosting their self-esteem and creating positive change. As you navigate the course, enjoy live music creating a rockin’ ambiance, engage in various fun-filled games, savor delicious food, and explore captivating creativity. It’s an opportunity to connect with like-minded individuals who share a passion for both golf and supporting the arts.
Your participation in the EIAA Chip in for the Arts Golf Classic directly contributes to providing children and families with valuable artistic opportunities. By joining us, you’re helping to nurture their creativity and unlock their potential, opening doors to a brighter future.
Register today and get ready for a day of golf, art, music, and making a meaningful impact in our community. Together, we can ensure that art and music continue to thrive, making a positive difference in the lives of young individuals and their families.
Let’s come together and chip in for the arts! Register here:
GOLF FOR THE ARTS

Spayghetti & No Balls Pasta Dinner and Wine Pull
2023-09-19 16:00 - 21:00
Iowa Humane Alliance announces the return of the Spayghetti & No Balls Pasta Dinner and Wine Pull fundraiser, Tuesday, September 19th. “Come & Stay!” for a delicious sit-down meal or “Fetch & Take Away!” for dinner on the go. Stop in anytime from 4pm to 9pm and be sure to participate in the everyone wins wine pull!
Zio Johno’s in Marion will graciously donate 50% of your dinner proceeds when you order from the special event menu. All funds raised will go directly to further IHA’s on-going mission to end pet overpopulation through effective spay and neuter programs and services.

Concert Under the Stars at Prairiewoods
2023-09-23 19:00 - 21:00 | Prairiewoods, 120 E Boyson Rd, Hiawatha, IA, 52233, United States
Experience an unforgettable night under a blanket of twinkling stars, serenaded by the melodic sounds of four award-winning musicians specializing in Native-style flute and world flutes. This concert at Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha), by Summit Flute School instructors Jonny Lipford, Suzanne Teng, Gilbert Levy and Tommy Graven, is a family-friendly outdoor concert (weather permitting). Immerse yourself in a sonic journey like no other and enjoy one complimentary drink ticket with additional beer, wine and soda available for purchase. This enchanting evening will be filled with soothing music and blissful merriment, making it an experience you won’t soon forget! The cost is $10 and includes one drink ticket. Additional drinks can be purchased for $5 (cash only). It is free for kids 10 and under. Please feel free to bring camping chairs or blankets for comfortable lawn seating. This is a great way to support Prairiewoods while enjoying a fun evening of live music under the stars! For more information or to register, contact Prairiewoods at www.Prairiewoods.org or 319-395-6700.

Meals on Heels
2023-09-28 18:00 - 21:00 | The Olympic South Side Theater, 1202 3rd St SE #200, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Meals on Heels is an evening of great food, beverages, and entertainment to support Horizons. For the second year in a row, local rockstar Alizabeth Von Presley will host the event with other special guests. You are invited to bring their best shoe game! Whether it’s fancy new shoes, decked out old shoes or a new shoe invention, everyone will have an option to be entered into a laid-back, yet wild shoe contest. To purchase a table, contact Chandler @cdewees@horizonsfamily.org

Blessing of the Animals at Prairiewoods
2023-10-01 13:00 - 16:00 | Prairiewoods, 120 E Boyson Rd, Hiawatha, IA, 52233, United States
Come to Prairiewoods (120 East Boyson Road in Hiawatha) for outdoor fun for people and pets! Gather your family, your friends and your favorite animal companions and head to the annual Blessing of the Animals at Prairiewoods. Please bring your pets on leashes or in carriers, their clean-up bags, and lawn chairs or blankets. We’ll have this free event rain or shine, and it will be moved indoors if there’s inclement weather. We’ll have a parade with people and pets at 1:15 p.m., and the blessings will begin around 1:30. Our very own Nancy Hoffman, FSPA, and Rev. Jean Sullivan will perform the blessings. We’ll also have the Cedar Valley Humane Society passing out information and collecting donations for their organization. If you would like to help them, they’ll gratefully accept cash donations, dry cat or dog food, HE liquid laundry detergent, antiseptic wipes, or 1-gallon or 2-gallon Ziplock bags. For a complete list of their needs, visit www.CVHumane.org/wish-list. Eastern Iowa Arts Academy will also be on hand to host a sun print workshop. Sun prints, also called cyanotypes, have been used to make records of plants for hundreds of years. Sun print paper is coated with chemicals that react when exposed to sunlight. When you place objects like leaves on the paper, they block the light so that the paper remains white while the areas around the leaves turn a beautiful Prussian blue. Explore the land for some flat leaves and flower petals to turn into a lovely sun print to take home! We hope you and your beloved animals will join us for this fun, free event! For more information, visit www.Prairiewoods.org or call 319-395-6700.

Recycle Gala "Trashion" Show
2023-10-05 19:00 - 21:00 | The Olympic South Side Theater, 1202 3rd St SE #200, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52401, United States
Cedar Valley Habitat for Humanity’s annual Recycle Gala will take place on Thursday, October 5. Join us at the Olympic South Side Theater in Cedar Rapids for a runway “trashion” show with recycled attire designed by local artists, businesses, and community members. The event also includes music, live and silent auctions, drinks, charcuterie, and more! Doors open at 6PM and the show starts at 7PM. Special thanks to the Cedar Rapids Area Association of REALTORS for partnering with us for this unforgettable event aimed at helping local families achieve their dream of homeownership!

Groundswell’s 5th Birthday Celebration
2023-10-09 07:00 - 14:00, 2023-10-10 07:00 - 14:00
We’re celebrating Groundswell’s 5th birthday, and we want YOU to join us!
For the entire week of October 9-14, Groundswell Cafe will have live music and a variety of fall-themed specials, such as pumpkin cinnamon rolls, pumpkin spice coffee, and pumpkin chai tea. We will also be giving out a free birthday cookie with every meal. We hope to see you there!
Groundswell Cafe is Iowa’s first and only pay-it-forward cafe. Our mission is to provide healthy meals for everyone, regardless of their ability to pay. Through a pay-it-forward model, any “tips” or donations received from guests are deposited into a fund that is then used to provide free or reduced-cost meals for those who are struggling. The Cafe connects people socially, reduces food insecurity, and provides a healthy eating opportunity for everyone.
