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Rooted: Labor, Land, & Legacy AAMI

African American Museum of Iowa to open exhibit on Black farming history

The African American Museum of Iowa will open a new exhibit Oct. 17 exploring the connection between Black communities and agriculture. “Rooted: Labor, Land, & Legacy” examines farming’s role in Black communities’ efforts toward economic independence, cultural preservation and self-determination.…

Johnson County Board of Supervisors hears proposal for immigrant welcome center

The Johnson County Board of Supervisors heard a proposal for an immigrant welcome center on…

Audience members and presenters of the proposed immigrant welcome center pose with the Johnson County Board of Supervisors June 4, 2025.

The next act: Theatre Cedar Rapids reimagines and honors its historic home

Theatre Cedar Rapids (TCR), Iowa’s largest nonprofit producing theatre, celebrates its 100th anniversary this year.…

TCR

North Liberty Community Pantry to unveil new facility June 23

The North Liberty Community Pantry will open a new facility at 350 W. Penn St.…

A rendering of the proposed North Liberty Community Pantry, located at 350 W. Penn St. The nonprofit will break ground Oct. 1.

Mirrorbox Theatre to leave Ellis Boulevard space, looks ahead to next chapter

After seven years of producing contemporary and original theatre in Cedar Rapids, Mirrorbox Theatre will…

1200 Ellis Blvd. NW, Cedar Rapids mirrorbox

FilmScene honored with Governor’s Arts Award

Iowa City-based FilmScene, Iowa’s largest nonprofit cinema, is one of 10 organizations and individuals honored…

Iowa City, Iowa - FilmScene, a non-profit cinema featuring independent and tought provoking films and events located at the Chauncey Building on January 2, 2020.

Iowa Women’s Foundation accepting 2025 grant applications

The Iowa Women’s Foundation (IWF) is now accepting applications for its 2025 Core Grants, which…

Iowa Women's Foundation

Field to Family’s online market returns weekly for the season

Field to Family will launch its 2025 weekly Online Market on Sunday, April 20, with…

Field to Family kicks off its Online Market season the week of Earth Day. Pictured: Online Market food drive in September 2023, hosted by CommUnity Crisis Services.

Three finalists announced for Grand Impact pitch competition

The Rotary Club of Cedar Rapids has announced that NewBoCo, Trees Forever, and Willis Dady…

Grand Impact

Wright House of Fashion launches Iowa’s first graphic design apprenticeship program

Scroll through the list of apprenticeships on Iowa Workforce Development’s website and you’ll find a…

Graphic design apprentice Wisdom Konu (left) looks over André Wright’s shoulder as the two discuss Mr. Konu’s progress in the program. CREDIT ANNIE SMITH BARKALOW

Matthew 25 to host free fine dining experience for community members March 28

Cedar Rapids nonprofit Matthew 25 is opening Groundswell Cafe on March 28 to local individuals…

Groundswell Café, 201 third Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids

Big Grove Brewery introduces micro-grant initiative with new lager

Big Grove Brewery has launched The Neighborhood Beer, a new lager tied to a micro-grant…

A Big Grove Brewery Neighborhood beer can sits on a pool table.

GreatAmerica accepting applications for Employee Advised Fund

GreatAmerica Financial Services Corporation has opened the spring application period for its Employee Advised Fund…

GreatAmerica Financial Services

North Liberty Community Pantry continues capital campaign  

The North Liberty Community Pantry (NLCP) is inviting community members to contribute to the “Planting…

African American Museum of Iowa names new executive director

The African American Museum of Iowa (AAMI) has named Jacqueline Hunter as its next executive…

African American Museum of Iowa

Iowa City nonprofit Stories Project eyes downtown lot for storytelling museum

An Iowa City nonprofit is reviving a long-standing vision to create a destination to celebrate…

Iowa City will be choosing a winning RFP in the upcoming months for 21 S. Linn St., pictured here in July 2024.