The University of Iowa DeGowin Blood Center is hosting a Blood Drive in support of Aaron Sturtz. Aaron was a 2006 Prairie graduate who was involved in a car accident and used 20+ units of blood during his initial surgery in March. The blood drive is Tuesday, June 5 from
3-7 pm. Click on the flyer below for more details.
Category Archives: Prairie Hawk Preschool
Tanager Place Summer Fest 2018
Tanager Place is sponsoring Summer Fest 2018! Enjoy free kids and family activities on Saturday, June 2 at the Rockwell Collins Sports Complex followed by a balloon glow at dusk. Click on the flyer below for more information.
AYSO Soccer Registration
The American Youth Soccer Organization (AYSO) is offering Fall 2018 and Spring 2019 soccer opportunities for boys and girls ages 4-18. Registration dates are May 12 and May 19. Click on the flyer below for details.
Somewhere Only We Know Documentary
Check out the world premiere of Somewhere Only We Know documentary produced by Ambivalence Studios and Iowa BIG. The film follows the Horak family – specifically Janice and Richard – and tells the narrative of their life and legacy. The documentary will premiere May 18, 2018 at the Whipple Auditorium at the Cedar Rapids Public Library. Click on on the flyer below for details and times.
FREE Summer Reading Support at Ely Public Library
The Ely Public Library will be providing FREE Summer Reading Support for youth who have completed grades K-6. Reading Support runs from 1-2 pm Monday – Friday, starting June 11 and finishing August 3. Each one hour session is provided by a volunteer and may include: one on one reading, group reading/read aloud, fun literacy games, writing practice and more!
The Ely Public Library is looking for volunteers to help provide this reading support! New volunteers will be provided with an informal training session. Help our area youth achieve their reading goals! Click on the flyers below for more information.
The Bridges of Madison County
The Revival Theatre Company Presents The Bridges of Madison County. Performances are May 31-June 3 at Dows Theatre on the Coe College Campus. Click on the flyer below for details.
An Evening with Mandy Harvey with No Barriers USA
As seen on America’s Got Talent! Local businesses are sponsoring an Evening with Mandy Harvey with No Barriers USA. No Barriers USA was founded by Erik Weihenmayer, the first blind person to summit Mount Everest. The organization helps youth, individuals with disabilities and veterans with disabilities to overcome the obstacles that they face and live a life of purpose.
Many Harvey will be performing on Sunday, April 22 at the Antioch Christian Church in Marion. Click on the flyer below for more information including tickets. You can also visit www.mandyharveycr.com with No Barriers USA.
YMCA Swim Team
The YMCA has competitive swim team opportunities for kids of all ages and abilities. The year-round YMCA Competitive Swim Team offers quality instruction and appropriate levels of competition. Click on the flyer below for more information about the program.
College Community Night at the Kernels May 17
Join us on Thursday, May 17th for College Community Night at the Kernels! Enjoy a night of family fun at the Kernels and fill the stands with orange and black! Click on the flyer below for more details including ticket information.
Kites for Kids Festival
The Johnson County Community Partnerships for Protecting Children is sponsoring a Kites for Kids Festival on Saturday, April 21 in North Liberty for kids Pre-K – 9th grade. Click on the flyer below for more information about this event.