City of Cedar Rapids Iowa Government

09/15/2026

🌱 Calling all Garden Buddies!

Looking for a hands-on way for your team, organization, coworkers, or friends to give back this fall? Help us prepare Cedar Rapids Community Gardens for another growing season!

Garden Buddies volunteer groups help with end-of-season cleanup by removing fencing, stakes, tomato cages, and other non-organic items left in garden plots. It’s a great opportunity to spend time outdoors, work together, and support community spaces that help provide access to fresh, healthy food. 💚

Groups of 6–20 work well, and we’ll provide onsite training. Interested in getting your group involved? Contact Stephanie to get on the list!

📞 Stephanie Schrader: 319-286-5855
✉️ [email protected]
🔗 CityOfCR.com/Volunteers



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🌱 Calling all Garden Buddies!

Looking for a hands-on way for your team, organization, coworkers, or friends to give back this fall? Help us prepare Cedar Rapids Community Gardens for another growing season!

Garden Buddies volunteer groups help with end-of-season cleanup by removing fencing, stakes, tomato cages, and other non-organic items left in garden plots. It’s a great opportunity to spend time outdoors, work together, and support community spaces that help provide access to fresh, healthy food. 💚

Groups of 6–20 work well, and we’ll provide onsite training. Interested in getting your group involved? Contact Stephanie to get on the list!

📞 Stephanie Schrader: 319-286-5855
✉️ [email protected]
🔗 CityOfCR.com/Volunteers

09/14/2026

📍 Friends of the Lodge is on the move tomorrow!

Tomorrow’s Friends of the Lodge program will meet at 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵𝘄𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 instead of its usual location.

⏰ 1-3 p.m.
📍 Northwest Recreation Center, Activity Room

This is just a one-day change. Friends of the Lodge will return to its regular location for future programs.

We’ll see you at Northwest Rec tomorrow! 💙



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📍 Friends of the Lodge is on the move tomorrow!

Tomorrow’s Friends of the Lodge program will meet at 𝗡𝗼𝗿𝘁𝗵𝘄𝗲𝘀𝘁 𝗥𝗲𝗰𝗿𝗲𝗮𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗖𝗲𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗿 instead of its usual location.

⏰ 1-3 p.m.
📍 Northwest Recreation Center, Activity Room

This is just a one-day change. Friends of the Lodge will return to its regular location for future programs.

We’ll see you at Northwest Rec tomorrow! 💙

09/14/2026

Hayrack rides. Games. Contests. A day at the farm. 🐐🎡

County Fair returns to Old MacDonald's Farm Saturday, September 26, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Bring the family and enjoy a full morning of fair-day fun.

Free admission; $1 donation encouraged. CityOfCR.com/FreeFarmEvents2026



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Hayrack rides. Games. Contests. A day at the farm. 🐐🎡

County Fair returns to Old MacDonald's Farm Saturday, September 26, from 10 a.m.-2 p.m. Bring the family and enjoy a full morning of fair-day fun.

Free admission; $1 donation encouraged. CityOfCR.com/FreeFarmEvents2026

09/14/2026

😈 They spend all season keeping Twin Pines in shape for you. On October 11, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲.

Grab a partner for 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲, a 2-Person Best Shot with a course setup that may have you looking at Twin Pines a little differently. ⛳

What exactly do our superintendents have planned? We’re not giving that away. 👀

📅 Sunday, October 11
⏰ 9 a.m. shotgun start
💲 $60/player, including 18 holes, cart, lunch and prizes
📞 Call Twin Pines at 𝟯𝟭𝟵-𝟮𝟴𝟲-𝟱𝟱𝟴𝟯 to register.



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😈 They spend all season keeping Twin Pines in shape for you. On October 11, 𝘁𝗵𝗲 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗴𝗲𝘁 𝘁𝗵𝗲𝗶𝗿 𝗿𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲.

Grab a partner for 𝗦𝘂𝗽𝗲𝗿𝗶𝗻𝘁𝗲𝗻𝗱𝗲𝗻𝘁𝘀 𝗥𝗲𝘃𝗲𝗻𝗴𝗲, a 2-Person Best Shot with a course setup that may have you looking at Twin Pines a little differently. ⛳

What exactly do our superintendents have planned? We’re not giving that away. 👀

📅 Sunday, October 11
⏰ 9 a.m. shotgun start
💲 $60/player, including 18 holes, cart, lunch and prizes
📞 Call Twin Pines at 𝟯𝟭𝟵-𝟮𝟴𝟲-𝟱𝟱𝟴𝟯 to register.

09/14/2026

🏊 Saturdays can start with stronger swim skills.

Bender Pool's next Saturday lesson session begins September 26 for ages 3-17, with several time options. New swimmers receive a brief evaluation during the first class. $41 resident/$48 non-resident.

Register by Sept. 23: CityOfCR.com/SwimLessons



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🏊 Saturdays can start with stronger swim skills.

Bender Pool's next Saturday lesson session begins September 26 for ages 3-17, with several time options. New swimmers receive a brief evaluation during the first class. $41 resident/$48 non-resident.

Register by Sept. 23: CityOfCR.com/SwimLessons

09/14/2026

Students from across the city are invited to attend a day of inspiration, innovation, and real-world impact. Whether you're dreaming of college, launching a business, or making your voice heard, this is your moment. 🎓

We’re excited to introduce our 2026 Mayor’s Youth Conference Speaker Spotlights! Each of these incredible leaders brings real‐world experience, a passion for empowering young people, and a commitment to helping Cedar Rapids’ students discover their next steps. Check out who’s joining us this year — and the inspiration they’re bringing to your conference experience:

Registration closes 𝟵/𝟭𝟴, and space is limited! Cedar Rapids high school students — don’t miss your chance to take part in one of the most energizing youth events of the year.

🔗 Apply now and secure your spot by 9/18 !CityofCR.com/MYC

09/14/2026

Public meet and greet with the four finalists for the CRFD Fire Chief position Monday night 5-7.

Ed Nied, Jerry Hardison, Steve Mast, and Brent Smith will answer your questions and hear your concerns regarding the future of our Department as the selection process moves forward.

Please join us at CRFD Central Fire Station 713 1st Ave SE.

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Public meet and greet with the four finalists for the CRFD Fire Chief position Monday night 5-7.

Ed Nied, Jerry Hardison, Steve Mast, and Brent Smith will answer your questions and hear your concerns regarding the future of our Department as the selection process moves forward.

Please join us at CRFD Central Fire Station 713 1st Ave SE.

09/14/2026

Your idea matters. 🌍

If you are 15–24, the 𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵 𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲 𝗔𝗰𝘁𝗶𝗼𝗻 𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱 encourages you to apply for up to $𝟱,𝟬𝟬𝟬 to support your project!

You know your neighborhood better than anyone. You see what works — and what needs a little care.

Your idea can support GreenCR and our Community Climate Action Plan.💡

Learn more at 𝗖𝗶𝘁𝘆𝗼𝗳𝗖𝗥.𝗰𝗼𝗺/𝗬𝗼𝘂𝘁𝗵𝗖𝗹𝗶𝗺𝗮𝘁𝗲𝗙𝘂𝗻𝗱

09/14/2026

Ready for a fall day trip? 🥾

Take a Hike heads to Maquoketa Caves State Park on October 3 for scenic trails, cave formations and fresh air. Explore at your own pace or with the group.

Ages 17+. $25. Register by September 21: CityOfCR.com/TRActivities



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Ready for a fall day trip? 🥾

Take a Hike heads to Maquoketa Caves State Park on October 3 for scenic trails, cave formations and fresh air. Explore at your own pace or with the group.

Ages 17+. $25. Register by September 21: CityOfCR.com/TRActivities

09/14/2026

🚨⛳ TaylorMade Demo Day is TOMORROW!

There’s still time to reserve a fitting session and see what the latest TaylorMade equipment can do for your game.

Join us at Twin Pines Golf Course from 𝗻𝗼𝗼𝗻-𝟰:𝟯𝟬 𝗽.𝗺. 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟱, and work one-on-one with an expert fitter to test equipment and get personalized swing and club data.

🏌️ Free fitting session
📈 Personalized data
⛳ Latest TaylorMade equipment

If you’ve been curious about what might be a better fit for your game, tomorrow is your chance to find out!

🔗 Reserve your spot: https://ayrs.io/5fgXXM



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🚨⛳ TaylorMade Demo Day is TOMORROW!

There’s still time to reserve a fitting session and see what the latest TaylorMade equipment can do for your game.

Join us at Twin Pines Golf Course from 𝗻𝗼𝗼𝗻-𝟰:𝟯𝟬 𝗽.𝗺. 𝗧𝘂𝗲𝘀𝗱𝗮𝘆, 𝗦𝗲𝗽𝘁𝗲𝗺𝗯𝗲𝗿 𝟭𝟱, and work one-on-one with an expert fitter to test equipment and get personalized swing and club data.

🏌️ Free fitting session
📈 Personalized data
⛳ Latest TaylorMade equipment

If you’ve been curious about what might be a better fit for your game, tomorrow is your chance to find out!

🔗 Reserve your spot: https://ayrs.io/5fgXXM