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SUMMARY:Cooking for a Cause: Valentine’s Edition
DESCRIPTION:Celebrate Valentine’s week with a hands-on cooking experience that’s equal parts delicious and meaningful. \nJoin us at Groundswell Cafe for a special Valentine’s Edition of Cooking for a Cause\, led by Cafe Manager Jack. Together\, you’ll learn to prepare a classic\, comforting menu—while also making extra meals to support the Good Meals To Go program at the Cultivate Hope Corner Store. \n\n📅 Event Details\nDate: Thursday\, February 12\, 2026Time: 5:30–7:30 PMLocation: Groundswell Cafe201 3rd Ave SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA \n\n🍽 February Menu\n\n 	Chicken Cacciatore\n 	Pommes Purée\n 	Grilled Asparagus\n 	Dessert: Panna Cotta\n\nThis class is perfect for couples looking to celebrate Valentine’s Day in a fun\, interactive way. Please note: the class includes knife work and is recommended for ages 18 and up. Class attendees are welcome to bring a bottle of wine or a beverage of their choice to enjoy with dinner. \n\n💲 Cost: $30 per person\nYour registration includes: \n\n\n 	Guided instruction from our cafe manager\n 	A take-home recipe card\n 	One freshly prepared meal per attendee\n 	Plus: Your fee helps cover the food cost of additional meals prepared for the Cultivate Hope Corner Store\n\nThis class is SOLD OUT. Be sure to watch for future Cooking for a Cause classes! \n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\n\nQuestions? Contact us or give us a call at 319-200-2791.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/cooking-for-a-cause-valentines-edition/
LOCATION:Groundswell Cafe\, 201 3rd Ave SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew 25":MAILTO:info@hub25.org
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SUMMARY:Food For Thought
DESCRIPTION:Support our local nonprofit grocery store and enjoy a full day of flavor and fun at the Cultivate Hope Corner Store! Join us on Wednesday\, December 11\, from 9 AM to 6 PM for Food for Thought\, a special event celebrating delicious\, nutritious holiday foods. \nThroughout the day\, you’ll enjoy yummy and wholesome holiday samples that will inspire your winter cooking. Learn simple ways to make your favorite festive dishes healthier without losing the flavor or joy of the season. \nAt 5:30 PM\, don’t miss our live cooking demonstration\, where we’ll show you how to prepare a tasty holiday recipe step by step! We’ll also share free recipe cards\, fun food facts\, and nutrition tips to take home. \nWhether you’re shopping for groceries\, looking for inspiration\, or just hungry for something new\, Food for Thought is the perfect chance to learn\, taste\, and celebrate good food and community.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/food-for-thought/
LOCATION:Cultivate Hope Corner Store\, 604 Ellis Blvd NW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew 25":MAILTO:info@hub25.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250611T180000
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SUMMARY:Nutrition Night at the Cultivate Hope Corner Store: Flavors of the Rainbow
DESCRIPTION:Join us for our next Nutrition Night: Flavors of the Rainbow — a colorful evening of food\, fun\, and fresh ideas! Discover how to eat for health and flavor as we explore the vibrant world of fruits and veggies in every hue.\n\nOur Nutrition Nights are a new quarterly event designed to educate and inspire our community with fresh\, healthy\, and delicious food! Each event will feature interactive stations\, recipe demonstrations\, food samples\, and seasonal produce education—all in a fun\, open-house format.\n\nHelping others every time you shop at the Cultivate Hope Corner Store!
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/nutrition-night-at-the-cultivate-hope-corner-store-flavors-of-the-rainbow/
LOCATION:Cultivate Hope Corner Store\, 604 Ellis Blvd NW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew 25":MAILTO:info@hub25.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250518T143000
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SUMMARY:Orange Alert
DESCRIPTION:SAVE THE MONARCHS – PLANT MILKWEED! \nJoin us and learn from area experts how to create a pollinator sanctuary in your own backyard and support the Midwest Monarch population.  \n\nPresentations\nExpert Advice\nDrawing for Prizes\nNative Plant Sale – We are excited to work with local nurseries to bring native plant plugs to the event center! These plugs will be offered in the price range of $2-$5 per plug.\nBioTent Display & Special Pricing\nMonarch Lifecycle Kits\nMilkweed Distribution\n\nPresentations: \nThe State of the Monarch  Speaker: Augie Bergstrom – Manager\, Monarch Research StationDiscover the current challenges facing the monarch butterfly population and explore how you can take action to support and protect these incredible pollinators. \nThe Power of Native Landscapes  Speaker: Natalie Ross – Owner\, Ross Land StudioLearn from local expert and landscape architect\, Natalie Ross\, about the significance of native landscapes in promoting biodiversity\, supporting local ecosystems\, and creating thriving environments for both wildlife and communities. \nAsk an Expert PanelOur panel of local experts will be there to answer your questions about native plants\, creating a sanctuary for pollinators\, how to support the monarch population\, and more! \nPanel: \n\nAugie Bergstrom\, Manager of Monarch Research Station\nNatalie Ross\, owner of Ross Land Studio & registered landscape architect\nCurt Froyen\, Monarch Zone participant & retired science teacher
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/orange-alert/
LOCATION:Monarch Research Event Center\, 4970 Lakeside Road\, Marion\, IA\, 52302\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Monarch Research":MAILTO:monarchzones@gmail.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250424T200000
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SUMMARY:Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa Stock Market Challenge
DESCRIPTION:This exciting event will take place on Thursday\, April 24\, 2025\, from 5:00 to 8:00 PM at the Olympic Southside Theatre in Cedar Rapids. During the event\, our corporate partners will engage in a fast-paced stock trading simulation\, providing them with a dynamic and interactive experience while supporting Junior Achievement’s mission of inspiring and preparing young people for success. \nProceeds from the event directly support the JA Stock Market Challenge for area students\, offering them a unique\, hands-on learning opportunity to explore financial literacy\, teamwork\, and decision-making in a simulated stock market environment. Your participation helps ensure local students gain the skills they need to build bright futures.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/junior-achievement-of-eastern-iowa-stock-market-challenge-2/
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa":MAILTO:edisterhoft@jaeasterniowa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250418T203000
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SUMMARY:Literary Vines: A Wine & Beer Tasting to Benefit the Library Foundation
DESCRIPTION:Join us on Friday\, April 18 for an enchanting evening of literature-inspired tasting tables\, a mobile auction\, live music\, and more. Our event features hand-picked selections of wine and locally crafted beer thoughtfully paired with heavy hors d’oeurves.\n\nThroughout the evening\, enjoy live entertainment and participate in our mobile auction\, offering an array of exclusive packages and experiences. All proceeds from Literary Vines support the Foundation and Foundation-funded Library programs\, including Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library.\n\nWe invite you for an unforgettable celebration of stories\, flavors\, and community!
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/literary-vines-a-wine-beer-tasting-to-benefit-the-library-foundation-2/
LOCATION:Cedar Rapids Public Library\, 450 5th Ave SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cedar Rapids Public LIbrary Foundation":MAILTO:Foundation@CRLibrary.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250403T193000
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SUMMARY:Cooking for a Cause
DESCRIPTION:Want to learn and try a new recipe while also cooking extra food for the nonprofit Cultivate Hope Corner Store? \n\n\n\n\nJoin us for Cooking for a Cause\, a hands-on cooking class with Chef Craig\, where you’ll learn to prepare a delicious Italian dinner while also giving back!\n$25 cost includes: \n\n\n 	Instructional Class and take-home recipe card\n 	One meal per attendee\n 	Your cost also covers some of the food costs for the meals that will go to the Cultivate Hope Corner Store!\n\nSpace is limited. Purchase your ticket at:\nhttps://www.matthew-25.org/event/cooking-for-a-cause-april-3/
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/cooking-for-a-cause-2/
LOCATION:Groundswell Cafe\, 201 3rd Ave SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew 25":MAILTO:info@hub25.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T173000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250328T193000
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SUMMARY:Open House
DESCRIPTION:Come check out our new space! We have been hard at work transforming the old Arthur School Elementary School building into the NEW Eastern Iowa Arts Academy\, and we can’t wait to show you the awesomeness! If you are curious about our space\, us\, or just love the arts\, come on by!
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/open-house/
LOCATION:Eastern Iowa Arts Academy\, 2630 B Avenue\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52402\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Eastern Iowa Arts Academy":MAILTO:info@eiaaprogram.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250311T170000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20250228T194751Z
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SUMMARY:14 Under 14 Awards
DESCRIPTION:Join Kids First Law Center on Tuesday\, March 11 from 4:00 – 5:00 PM for the 14 Under 14 Awards honoring 14 young leaders under age 14. Cedar Rapids teachers nominated outstanding students who will be celebrated as their inspiring stories are shared with the community. Click here to take a behind-the-scenes footage from this year’s photoshoot. This feel-good event of the year is free and open to the public.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/14-under-14-awards-2/
LOCATION:Cedar Rapids Public Library\, Whipple Auditorium\, 450 5th Ave SE\, Cedar Rapids\, Iowa\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kids First Law Center":MAILTO:sarah@kidsfirstiowa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T113000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250306T130000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144029
CREATED:20250103T195712Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20250116T175118Z
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SUMMARY:Immigration & Business Luncheon
DESCRIPTION:Join the Catherine McAuley Center for our third annual fundraiser honoring the contributions refugees and immigrants make to a thriving community! Guests will have the opportunity to connect\, reflect\, and contribute to our mission that provides opportunities for newcomers to thrive in Eastern Iowa. The event features a keynote speaker and the presentation of the Immigration & Business Awards. Prior to the luncheon\, a morning refugee simulation will be held. This immersive experience is designed to help participants better understand some of the difficult choices refugees may face on their resettlement journey. \nOur keynote speaker this year is Rekha Basu. For 30 years\, Rekha’s syndicated columns on national and local issues related to race\, gender\, immigration\, and social justice were staples in The Des Moines Register\, where her work still appears on occasion. She has been an on-air guest of TV hosts Tom Brokaw\, Rachel Maddow\, Gwen Ifill\, and CNN International’s Richard Quest. \n 
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/refugee-simulation/
LOCATION:Double Tree by Hilton\, 350 1st Ave. NE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Catherine McAuley Center":MAILTO:haley@cmc-cr.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20250118T171500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20250119T003000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144029
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LAST-MODIFIED:20251120T161536Z
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SUMMARY:Dancing With the Saints – Season 10 to benefit Xavier Catholic Schools
DESCRIPTION:Important Event Information:\n\nDate: Saturday\, January 18\, 2025.\nLocation: Doubletree Hotel\, 350-1st Street NE\, Cedar Rapids – Grand Ballroom .\nParking: Parking is available in the ramp attached to the Doubletree Hotel and across the street in the parkade for a fee; some on-street parking is also available.\nAttire: We recommend guests dress as they would if they were attending a wedding.\n\nThe Convention Center will be set for dinner for 1\,100+ attendees. Tickets are on-sale now and will sell out quickly. \n\nGeneral Admission Tables $1\,300 (Table of 12)\nGeneral Admission Individual\n$125\n(Committee will assign seats)\nDessert Tables\n$650 (Table of 12)\nDessert Individual Ticket Sales\n$65\n\nItinerary:\n\n5:15 pm – All attendee Cocktail Hour Main Lobby\n6:15 pm – Seating for Dinner\, Prayer\, Performance by Past Year’s Dancers\n6:30 pm – Program Begins Main Ballroom\n10:50 pm – Program Ends and DJ/Dance Begins\n12:30 am – Dance Ends
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/dancing-with-the-saints-season-9-to-benefit-xavier-catholic-schools/
LOCATION:Double Tree by Hilton\, 350 1st Ave. NE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241023T133000
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SUMMARY:Corridor Career Inspire
DESCRIPTION:Most students do not have access to learn and explore first-hand Eastern Iowa industries. Career Inspire offers 9th grade students the opportunity to learn about careers from industry representatives in time to ensure their high school course work aligns with career goals and better prepare themselves for life after high school graduation. For businesses\, higher education\, and apprenticeship programs\, this is an opportunity to participate in building Eastern Iowa’s future workforce. \nCareer Inspire is more than a career fair\, it brings together the business community and local schools and is designed to help launch students into their futures: high school\, college or technical schools\, and careers beyond. The program consists of three segments: 1) in-class sessions presented by the classroom teacher; 2) the hands-on Career Inspire expo; and 3) an in-class debrief. During the Career Inspire expo\, students participate in hands-on activities\, often using equipment or tools used on a job. \nFollowing participation in the program\, students will be able to:\n• Recognize career clusters and potential job positions.\n• Understand the importance of researching the requirements needed to earn a position.\n• Implement job-hunting tools\, such as networking\, resumes\, and interviewing skills.\n• Identify the next steps needed for success in their academic and career preparation and acknowledge the importance of decisions made in high school to be\nbetter prepared for a successful career path.\n• Communicate and interact with industry professionals.\n• Have a better understanding of their career interests\, skills\, and work priorities. \nWays to participate:\n• Serve on one of the six career cluster committees to help formulate and select hands-on activities for the students to participate in during the Career Inspire\nexpo that allow the students to perform tasks representative of the career cluster.\n• Serve on one of the Expo event committees: marketing\, logistics\, day of event.\n• Volunteer on at the Career Inspire expo by helping run activities for the career clusters\, help students navigate through the expo\, supervise the arrival and departure of busses.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/corridor-career-inspire/2024-10-23/
LOCATION:Alliant Energy PowerHouse\, 370 1st Ave NE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa":MAILTO:lworden@jaeasterniowa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20241022T133000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144029
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SUMMARY:Corridor Career Inspire
DESCRIPTION:Most students do not have access to learn and explore first-hand Eastern Iowa industries. Career Inspire offers 9th grade students the opportunity to learn about careers from industry representatives in time to ensure their high school course work aligns with career goals and better prepare themselves for life after high school graduation. For businesses\, higher education\, and apprenticeship programs\, this is an opportunity to participate in building Eastern Iowa’s future workforce. \nCareer Inspire is more than a career fair\, it brings together the business community and local schools and is designed to help launch students into their futures: high school\, college or technical schools\, and careers beyond. The program consists of three segments: 1) in-class sessions presented by the classroom teacher; 2) the hands-on Career Inspire expo; and 3) an in-class debrief. During the Career Inspire expo\, students participate in hands-on activities\, often using equipment or tools used on a job. \nFollowing participation in the program\, students will be able to:\n• Recognize career clusters and potential job positions.\n• Understand the importance of researching the requirements needed to earn a position.\n• Implement job-hunting tools\, such as networking\, resumes\, and interviewing skills.\n• Identify the next steps needed for success in their academic and career preparation and acknowledge the importance of decisions made in high school to be\nbetter prepared for a successful career path.\n• Communicate and interact with industry professionals.\n• Have a better understanding of their career interests\, skills\, and work priorities. \nWays to participate:\n• Serve on one of the six career cluster committees to help formulate and select hands-on activities for the students to participate in during the Career Inspire\nexpo that allow the students to perform tasks representative of the career cluster.\n• Serve on one of the Expo event committees: marketing\, logistics\, day of event.\n• Volunteer on at the Career Inspire expo by helping run activities for the career clusters\, help students navigate through the expo\, supervise the arrival and departure of busses.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/corridor-career-inspire/2024-10-22/
LOCATION:Alliant Energy PowerHouse\, 370 1st Ave NE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa":MAILTO:lworden@jaeasterniowa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240509T183000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144029
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SUMMARY:Happy Hour for Kids First
DESCRIPTION:Mark your calendar!\nJoin us Thursday\, May 9 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.\n\nAll of the proceeds directly support Kids First’s mission to give children a voice in divorce\, custody\, and other conflicts by providing focused legal representation and services for kids.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/happy-hour-for-kids-first/
LOCATION:The Olympic South Side Theater\, 1202 3rd St SE #200\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Kids First Law Center":MAILTO:sarah@kidsfirstiowa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240425T200000
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SUMMARY:Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa Stock Market Challenge®
DESCRIPTION:Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa’s (JAEI) 5th Annual JA Stock Market Challenge® event allows participants to experience the fast pace\, cut throat day in the life of a stock market trader. The Stock Market Challenge is a technology based simulation of the stock market in which every 60 seconds represents a day of trading. Beginning with a hypothetical account balance of $500\,000\, the stakes are high and the competition is fierce. There will be a straight forward student competition during the day and a no holds barred adult version in the evening.\n\nApproximately 150 high school students will have the option to complete five lessons on investments before competing in teams of four at the student JA Stock Market Challenge earlier in the day from 9:00 a.m. to 11:00 a.m.\, allowing the students to experience all the rush with none of the risk. Students will also have a chance to review their results and analyze the impact of their trades after the event. Student team registration is open to any 9th-12th grade students.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/junior-achievement-of-eastern-iowa-stock-market-challenge/
LOCATION:The Olympic South Side Theater\, 1202 3rd St SE #200\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
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ORGANIZER;CN="Junior Achievement of Eastern Iowa":MAILTO:edisterhoft@jaeasterniowa.org
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20240229T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20240229T170000
DTSTAMP:20260405T144029
CREATED:20240108T142150Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20240108T142159Z
UID:10001379-1709222400-1709226000@www.gcrcf.org
SUMMARY:14 Under 14 Awards
DESCRIPTION:On February 29\, 2024\, Kids First will host the third annual “14 Under 14 Awards” to honor youth leaders. Outstanding student-citizens are nominated by teachers and celebrated in a free public event.
URL:https://www.gcrcf.org/event/14-under-14-awards/
LOCATION:Cedar Rapids Public Library\, 450 5th Ave SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52401\, United States
CATEGORIES:Nonprofit Calendar
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://www.gcrcf.org/wp-content/uploads/2024/01/14-Under-14-Postcard-2024.png
ORGANIZER;CN="Kids First Law Center":MAILTO:sarah@kidsfirstiowa.org
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