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X-WR-CALNAME:Cedar Rapids · free · next 7 days · CalDiscovery BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Explore the Landscape DTSTART:20260917T130000Z DTEND:20260917T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260903T001232Z UID:10012115-1789632000-1789660800@www.brucemore.org CATEGORIES:community,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:The 26-acre landscape highlights a variety of experiences to e njoy throughout the year! Free and open to the public seven days a week fo r a majority of the year\, visiting the grounds offers the perfect way to immerse yourself in a historic country estate in the heart of Cedar Rapids . Stroll through the gardens\, picnic on the lawn\, birdwatch on a woodlan d path near the pond\, examine the architecture of the mansion and servant s’ village\, or take in the history of the site with interpretative pane ls scattered across the grounds. Don’t forget to take a selfie (or two) and tag us on social media! \n\n\n*Hours are subject to change seasonally or for special events\, holidays\, and other occasions.  \n\n\n\nGuidelin es for your visit\n\n\nWe love when furry friends come to visit Brucemore! Please help us keep the site clean and welcoming to everyone by keeping y our animal on lead at all times and taking any waste with you.\nWe do not have any garbage cans on the grounds as part of our approach to remove dis tractions. Please carry out anything you bring onto the site.\nParking for vehicles is available on pavement near the Carriage House or Mansion.\nPu blic restrooms are available in a building next to the Carriage House duri ng hours with vehicle access seasonally. LAST-MODIFIED:20260903T001232Z LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, Unite d States URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/explore-the-landscape-7-2/2026-09-17/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=cedar-rapids-ia X-SOURCE-NAME:Brucemore X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.brucemore.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Amplified Rainbow IV DTSTART:20260917T220000Z DTEND:20260918T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T182048Z UID:10047991-1789664400-1789671600@downtowniowacity.com CATEGORIES:arts,free DESCRIPTION:ABOUT Amplified Rainbow IV \nAmplified Rainbow IV showcases th e creativity\, talent\, and artistic voices of the Artists @ SUI\, an arts based day habilitation program of Systems Unlimited\, Inc. Since 2018\, A rtists @ SUI has provided adult artists with disabilities access to art ma terials\, instruction\, adaptive tools\, and creative support\, helping th em explore and develop their unique artistic expressions. \nThis exhibitio n features a diverse collection of work\, including painting\, drawing\, c eramics\, and mixed media\, created by artists who contribute meaningfully to Iowa City’s vibrant arts community. At its heart\, Amplified Rainbow IV is a celebration of radical inclusion\, individuality\, and the power of art to connect people. The exhibition highlights the perspectives and e xperiences of more than 30 artists who create in the Artists @ SUI studio\ , offering visitors an opportunity to engage with artwork that is both per sonal and inspiring. Through their creativity\, these artists demonstrate that art is not only a form of self-expression but also a powerful way to build community\, foster understanding\, and amplify voices that deserve t o be seen and celebrated. \n  \nABOUT THE ARTISTS \nSystems Unlimited\, I nc. (SUI) is a nonprofit agency that has served individuals with disabilit ies in Eastern Iowa for 50 years through a multitude of services. Establis hed in 2018 within the Systems Unlimited Day Program in Iowa City\, Artis ts @ SUI provides adult artists with access to art supplies\, instruction \, adaptive tools\, and creative support that may not otherwise be availab le to them. Through a commitment to radical inclusion\, Artists @ SUI empo wers artists with disabilities to develop their artistic voices\, share th eir work with the community\, and be recognized as valued contributors to Iowa’s vibrant arts scene. What began as a small program has grown into a thriving studio community of more than 30 artists who create and exhibit their work locally here in Iowa City. Through painting\, drawing\, cerami cs\, mixed media\, and other artistic expressions\, Artists @ SUI celebrat es creativity\, individuality\, and the power of art to connect people and communities. \nDETAILS \nOn view: September 17th–October 2nd\, 2026 \nO pening event: Thursday\, September 17th\, 5–7p\n \nGallery location: PS1 Close House\, 538 S Gilbert Street\, Iowa City IA\, 52240 \nHours: Tues/T hurs 5–7pm\, Fri/Sat 11a–1pm \nAdmission: Free and open to the public. Find parking and accessibility information here. \n  \nCONTACTS \nMegan Popenhagen\, SUI Program Administrator: artstudio@sui.org \nLaura Moser\, PS1 Community Stewardship Director: laura@publicspaceone.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T182048Z LOCATION:Public Space One Close House\, 538 S Gilbert St\, Iowa City\, IA\ , 52240\, United States URL:https://downtowniowacity.com/event/amplified-rainbow-iv/2026-09-17/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=cedar-rapids-ia X-SOURCE-NAME:Iowa City Downtown District X-SOURCE-URL:https://downtowniowacity.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Willow Creek Improv Jam! DTSTART:20260918T003000Z DTEND:20260918T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T000425Z UID:10047755-1789673400-1789678800@downtowniowacity.com CATEGORIES:comedy,free DESCRIPTION:An open-to-everyone improv jam with a playful mix of games\, s cenes and long-form. Join us for a mix between a workshop and a show! \n\n \n\n\nWillow Creek Improv Jam! An open-to-everyone improv jam with a play ful mix of games\, scenes and long-form. Come along and perform\, like a m ix between a workshop and a show. \nWe’ll start with a warm up to help e veryone get to know each other and then move on to a variety of fun games\ , scenes and show formats over the jam\, followed by a social in the bar a fter the show. \nThis is a great place to build up performing experience a nd meet other people keen to do more improv! \nJam Format: \nWarm Up (you will need to be there for warm up if you’d like to be in the jam).\nShor t-Form Jam.\nBreak.\nGames and Scenes Jam.\nBreak.\nLong-Form Jam.\nOption al Social afterwards! \nFree to attend. Suggested donation: $10. All funds go to support the theater. LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T000425Z LOCATION:Willow Creek Theatre Company\, 327 South Gilbert Street\, Iowa Ci ty\, IA\, 52240\, United States URL:https://downtowniowacity.com/event/willow-creek-improv-jam-2/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=cedar-rapids-ia X-SOURCE-NAME:Iowa City Downtown District X-SOURCE-URL:https://downtowniowacity.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Explore the Landscape DTSTART:20260918T130000Z DTEND:20260918T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260904T001200Z UID:10012116-1789718400-1789747200@www.brucemore.org CATEGORIES:community,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:The 26-acre landscape highlights a variety of experiences to e njoy throughout the year! Free and open to the public seven days a week fo r a majority of the year\, visiting the grounds offers the perfect way to immerse yourself in a historic country estate in the heart of Cedar Rapids . Stroll through the gardens\, picnic on the lawn\, birdwatch on a woodlan d path near the pond\, examine the architecture of the mansion and servant s’ village\, or take in the history of the site with interpretative pane ls scattered across the grounds. Don’t forget to take a selfie (or two) and tag us on social media! \n\n\n*Hours are subject to change seasonally or for special events\, holidays\, and other occasions.  \n\n\n\nGuidelin es for your visit\n\n\nWe love when furry friends come to visit Brucemore! Please help us keep the site clean and welcoming to everyone by keeping y our animal on lead at all times and taking any waste with you.\nWe do not have any garbage cans on the grounds as part of our approach to remove dis tractions. Please carry out anything you bring onto the site.\nParking for vehicles is available on pavement near the Carriage House or Mansion.\nPu blic restrooms are available in a building next to the Carriage House duri ng hours with vehicle access seasonally. LAST-MODIFIED:20260904T001200Z LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, Unite d States URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/explore-the-landscape-7-2/2026-09-18/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=cedar-rapids-ia X-SOURCE-NAME:Brucemore X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.brucemore.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Amplified Rainbow IV DTSTART:20260918T160000Z DTEND:20260918T180000Z DTSTAMP:20260916T182048Z UID:10047992-1789729200-1789736400@downtowniowacity.com CATEGORIES:arts,free DESCRIPTION:ABOUT Amplified Rainbow IV \nAmplified Rainbow IV showcases th e creativity\, talent\, and artistic voices of the Artists @ SUI\, an arts based day habilitation program of Systems Unlimited\, Inc. Since 2018\, A rtists @ SUI has provided adult artists with disabilities access to art ma terials\, instruction\, adaptive tools\, and creative support\, helping th em explore and develop their unique artistic expressions. \nThis exhibitio n features a diverse collection of work\, including painting\, drawing\, c eramics\, and mixed media\, created by artists who contribute meaningfully to Iowa City’s vibrant arts community. At its heart\, Amplified Rainbow IV is a celebration of radical inclusion\, individuality\, and the power of art to connect people. The exhibition highlights the perspectives and e xperiences of more than 30 artists who create in the Artists @ SUI studio\ , offering visitors an opportunity to engage with artwork that is both per sonal and inspiring. Through their creativity\, these artists demonstrate that art is not only a form of self-expression but also a powerful way to build community\, foster understanding\, and amplify voices that deserve t o be seen and celebrated. \n  \nABOUT THE ARTISTS \nSystems Unlimited\, I nc. (SUI) is a nonprofit agency that has served individuals with disabilit ies in Eastern Iowa for 50 years through a multitude of services. Establis hed in 2018 within the Systems Unlimited Day Program in Iowa City\, Artis ts @ SUI provides adult artists with access to art supplies\, instruction \, adaptive tools\, and creative support that may not otherwise be availab le to them. Through a commitment to radical inclusion\, Artists @ SUI empo wers artists with disabilities to develop their artistic voices\, share th eir work with the community\, and be recognized as valued contributors to Iowa’s vibrant arts scene. What began as a small program has grown into a thriving studio community of more than 30 artists who create and exhibit their work locally here in Iowa City. Through painting\, drawing\, cerami cs\, mixed media\, and other artistic expressions\, Artists @ SUI celebrat es creativity\, individuality\, and the power of art to connect people and communities. \nDETAILS \nOn view: September 17th–October 2nd\, 2026 \nO pening event: Thursday\, September 17th\, 5–7p\n \nGallery location: PS1 Close House\, 538 S Gilbert Street\, Iowa City IA\, 52240 \nHours: Tues/T hurs 5–7pm\, Fri/Sat 11a–1pm \nAdmission: Free and open to the public. Find parking and accessibility information here. \n  \nCONTACTS \nMegan Popenhagen\, SUI Program Administrator: artstudio@sui.org \nLaura Moser\, PS1 Community Stewardship Director: laura@publicspaceone.com LAST-MODIFIED:20260916T182048Z LOCATION:Public Space One Close House\, 538 S Gilbert St\, Iowa City\, IA\ , 52240\, United States URL:https://downtowniowacity.com/event/amplified-rainbow-iv/2026-09-18/?ut m_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=cedar-rapids-ia X-SOURCE-NAME:Iowa City Downtown District X-SOURCE-URL:https://downtowniowacity.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:fArticial Intelligence - A slop free comedy showcase DTSTART:20260919T000000Z DTEND:20260919T020000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062200Z UID:10047852-1789758000-1789765200@downtowniowacity.com CATEGORIES:comedy,free DESCRIPTION:Ian Pope and friends return for fArtifical Intelligence – A slop free comedy showcase at AlleyCat Friday September 18th at 7pm!\nDoors open at 6Show at 7Karaoke after the showFabulous food & drink deals all n ight19+ to party | 21+ to drink LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062200Z LOCATION:The AlleyCat\, 13 S Linn St\, Iowa City\, IA\, 52240\, United Sta tes URL:https://downtowniowacity.com/event/farticial-intelligence-a-slop-free- comedy-showcase/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=cedar -rapids-ia X-SOURCE-NAME:Iowa City Downtown District X-SOURCE-URL:https://downtowniowacity.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Free Live Music | Sam Hayes DTSTART:20260919T010000Z DTEND:20260919T040000Z DTSTAMP:20260917T062200Z UID:10046756-1789761600-1789772400@downtowniowacity.com CATEGORIES:free,music DESCRIPTION:Sam Hayes is a multi-instrumentalist musician based out of Oma ha\, NE that has been playing and performing for over 17 years. With a wid e array of musical tastes his solo sets are full of many different genres and styles making his sets eclectic and fun for any crowd. Normally fronti ng a rock band\, Gallivant\, he has enjoyed stripping back his craft to a fun\, sing-along set full of music that has helped shape who he has become as a musician. LAST-MODIFIED:20260917T062200Z LOCATION:VUE Rooftop at Hilton Garden Inn\, 328 S. Clinton Street\, Iowa C ity\, IA\, United States URL:https://downtowniowacity.com/event/free-live-music-sam-hayes/?utm_sour ce=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=cedar-rapids-ia X-SOURCE-NAME:Iowa City Downtown District X-SOURCE-URL:https://downtowniowacity.com/events END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Explore the Landscape DTSTART:20260919T153000Z DTEND:20260919T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260905T001149Z UID:10014154-1789813800-1789833600@www.brucemore.org CATEGORIES:community,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:The 26-acre landscape highlights a variety of experiences to e njoy throughout the year! Free and open to the public seven days a week fo r a majority of the year\, visiting the grounds offers the perfect way to immerse yourself in a historic country estate in the heart of Cedar Rapids . Stroll through the gardens\, picnic on the lawn\, birdwatch on a woodlan d path near the pond\, examine the architecture of the mansion and servant s’ village\, or take in the history of the site with interpretative pane ls scattered across the grounds. Don’t forget to take a selfie (or two) and tag us on social media! \n\n\n\nHours \n\n\n\nMonday – Friday\, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm\nSaturday\, 10:30 am – 4:00 pm\nSunday\, 12:30 pm – 4: 00 pm\n\n\n\n\n*Hours are subject to change seasonally or for special even ts\, holidays\, and other occasions.  \n\n\n\nGuidelines for your visit\n \n\nWe love when furry friends come to visit Brucemore! Please help us kee p the site clean and welcoming to everyone by keeping your animal on lead at all times and taking any waste with you.\nWe do not have any garbage ca ns on the grounds as part of our approach to remove distractions. Please c arry out anything you bring onto the site.\nParking for vehicles is availa ble on pavement near the Carriage House or Mansion.\nPublic restrooms are available in a building next to the Carriage House during hours with vehic le access seasonally. LAST-MODIFIED:20260905T001149Z LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, Unite d States URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/explore-the-landscape-8-2/2026-09-19/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=cedar-rapids-ia X-SOURCE-NAME:Brucemore X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.brucemore.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Free Online Guided Meditation- Beginners and Intermediate DTSTART:20260920T014500Z DTEND:20260920T030000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T065447Z UID:event_316347490@meetup.com CATEGORIES:free,wellness DESCRIPTION:Cedar Rapids Free Meditation\nMeditate\, meet and get motivate d.\nMeditation that you can use. Meditate for spiritual awakening\, stress care\, personal development\, health...\n\nHow to join?\nPlease click on 'Attend Online' to RSVP to get Zoom link\n\nWe recommend joining by laptop for better experience. All levels welcome.\nYou will find experience of t his online class very real life like and in fact more attentive and person al\n\nFacebook for more resources- more live events\, recorded sessions\, self learning units\, mentorship\, downloads..... Join now!\n\nhttps://www .facebook.com/groups/WeMeditateGroup\n\nMore at:\nhttps://sahajayogareview .wordpress.com/\n\nExpected Outcome of class?\n1. Learn how to meditate at home\n2. Learn best practices and techniques\n3. Experience the 'awakenin g' of healing energy within us that gives peace and balance\n4. Sahaja Yog a meditation toolkit resources to apply techniques learnt in daily life\n\ nWhat happens after this class?\n\nThese recurring classes are meant to co me together and meditate and learn little by little\, so please plan to jo in them every week for growth in your meditative state and practice. You a re equipped with knowledge to start practicing from day 1. As you join us for subsequent classes you are taken forward in meditation practice. In ca se you are unable to join a class\, don't worry and rejoin any time and yo u can always start afresh.\n\nDo share this event with you friends\, colle agues\, neighbors and loved ones. It may change their life and it may be t he best gift they ever got :).\n\nNeed Help?\nPlease feel free to email or WhatsApp following in case you have more questions or face difficulties j oining Zoom session. We will try to keep you informed about more meditatio n events.\nBhargava.potukuchi@gmail.com\n+15132038961\nStay safe and keep meditating!\n\n#free # guided #meditation # meditate #kundalini #social #l anguage #culture #sahaja #transformation #peace #meditation #stress #depre ssion #wellness #international #guided #experiences #sahaja yoga #Shri Mat aji #Nirmala Devi #review #anxiety #center #Yoga LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T065447Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/cedarrapidsfreemeditation/events/316347490/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=cedar-rapids-ia X-SOURCE-NAME:Cedar Rapids Free Meditation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Free Online Guided Meditation- Beginners and Intermediate DTSTART:20260920T134500Z DTEND:20260920T150000Z DTSTAMP:20260831T185514Z UID:event_316353549@meetup.com CATEGORIES:free,wellness DESCRIPTION:Cedar Rapids Free Meditation\nMeditate\, meet and get motivate d.\nMeditation that you can use. Meditate for spiritual awakening\, stress care\, personal development\, health...\n\nHow to join?\nPlease click on 'Attend Online' to RSVP to get Zoom link\n\nWe recommend joining by laptop for better experience. All levels welcome.\nYou will find experience of t his online class very real life like and in fact more attentive and person al\n\nFacebook for more resources- more live events\, recorded sessions\, self learning units\, mentorship\, downloads..... Join now!\n\nhttps://www .facebook.com/groups/WeMeditateGroup\n\nMore at:\nhttps://sahajayogareview .wordpress.com/\n\nExpected Outcome of class?\n1. Learn how to meditate at home\n2. Learn best practices and techniques\n3. Experience the 'awakenin g' of healing energy within us that gives peace and balance\n4. Sahaja Yog a meditation toolkit resources to apply techniques learnt in daily life\n\ nWhat happens after this class?\n\nThese recurring classes are meant to co me together and meditate and learn little by little\, so please plan to jo in them every week for growth in your meditative state and practice. You a re equipped with knowledge to start practicing from day 1. As you join us for subsequent classes you are taken forward in meditation practice. In ca se you are unable to join a class\, don't worry and rejoin any time and yo u can always start afresh.\n\nDo share this event with you friends\, colle agues\, neighbors and loved ones. It may change their life and it may be t he best gift they ever got :).\n\nNeed Help?\nPlease feel free to email or WhatsApp following in case you have more questions or face difficulties j oining Zoom session. We will try to keep you informed about more meditatio n events.\nBhargava.potukuchi@gmail.com\n+15132038961\nStay safe and keep meditating!\n\n#free # guided #meditation # meditate #kundalini #social #l anguage #culture #sahaja #transformation #peace #meditation #stress #depre ssion #wellness #international #guided #experiences #sahaja yoga #Shri Mat aji #Nirmala Devi #review #anxiety #center #Yoga LAST-MODIFIED:20260831T185514Z URL:https://www.meetup.com/cedarrapidsfreemeditation/events/316353549/?utm _source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=cedar-rapids-ia X-SOURCE-NAME:Cedar Rapids Free Meditation END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Explore the Landscape DTSTART:20260920T173000Z DTEND:20260920T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T001121Z UID:10014198-1789907400-1789920000@www.brucemore.org CATEGORIES:community,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:The 26-acre landscape highlights a variety of experiences to e njoy throughout the year! Free and open to the public seven days a week fo r a majority of the year\, visiting the grounds offers the perfect way to immerse yourself in a historic country estate in the heart of Cedar Rapids . Stroll through the gardens\, picnic on the lawn\, birdwatch on a woodlan d path near the pond\, examine the architecture of the mansion and servant s’ village\, or take in the history of the site with interpretative pane ls scattered across the grounds. Don’t forget to take a selfie (or two) and tag us on social media! \n\n\n\nHours \n\n\n\nMonday – Friday\, 8:00 am – 4:00 pm\nSaturday\, 10:30 am – 4:00 pm\nSunday\, 12:30 pm – 4: 00 pm\n\n\n\n\n*Hours are subject to change seasonally or for special even ts\, holidays\, and other occasions.  \n\n\n\nGuidelines for your visit\n \n\nWe love when furry friends come to visit Brucemore! Please help us kee p the site clean and welcoming to everyone by keeping your animal on lead at all times and taking any waste with you.\nWe do not have any garbage ca ns on the grounds as part of our approach to remove distractions. Please c arry out anything you bring onto the site.\nParking for vehicles is availa ble on pavement near the Carriage House or Mansion.\nPublic restrooms are available in a building next to the Carriage House during hours with vehic le access seasonally. LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T001121Z LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, Unite d States URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/explore-the-landscape-9-2/2026-09-20/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=cedar-rapids-ia X-SOURCE-NAME:Brucemore X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.brucemore.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Explore the Landscape DTSTART:20260921T130000Z DTEND:20260921T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260906T061201Z UID:10012117-1789977600-1790006400@www.brucemore.org CATEGORIES:community,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:The 26-acre landscape highlights a variety of experiences to e njoy throughout the year! Free and open to the public seven days a week fo r a majority of the year\, visiting the grounds offers the perfect way to immerse yourself in a historic country estate in the heart of Cedar Rapids . Stroll through the gardens\, picnic on the lawn\, birdwatch on a woodlan d path near the pond\, examine the architecture of the mansion and servant s’ village\, or take in the history of the site with interpretative pane ls scattered across the grounds. Don’t forget to take a selfie (or two) and tag us on social media! \n\n\n*Hours are subject to change seasonally or for special events\, holidays\, and other occasions.  \n\n\n\nGuidelin es for your visit\n\n\nWe love when furry friends come to visit Brucemore! Please help us keep the site clean and welcoming to everyone by keeping y our animal on lead at all times and taking any waste with you.\nWe do not have any garbage cans on the grounds as part of our approach to remove dis tractions. Please carry out anything you bring onto the site.\nParking for vehicles is available on pavement near the Carriage House or Mansion.\nPu blic restrooms are available in a building next to the Carriage House duri ng hours with vehicle access seasonally. LAST-MODIFIED:20260906T061201Z LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, Unite d States URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/explore-the-landscape-7-2/2026-09-21/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=cedar-rapids-ia X-SOURCE-NAME:Brucemore X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.brucemore.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Explore the Landscape DTSTART:20260922T130000Z DTEND:20260922T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260907T001053Z UID:10012118-1790064000-1790092800@www.brucemore.org CATEGORIES:community,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:The 26-acre landscape highlights a variety of experiences to e njoy throughout the year! Free and open to the public seven days a week fo r a majority of the year\, visiting the grounds offers the perfect way to immerse yourself in a historic country estate in the heart of Cedar Rapids . Stroll through the gardens\, picnic on the lawn\, birdwatch on a woodlan d path near the pond\, examine the architecture of the mansion and servant s’ village\, or take in the history of the site with interpretative pane ls scattered across the grounds. Don’t forget to take a selfie (or two) and tag us on social media! \n\n\n*Hours are subject to change seasonally or for special events\, holidays\, and other occasions.  \n\n\n\nGuidelin es for your visit\n\n\nWe love when furry friends come to visit Brucemore! Please help us keep the site clean and welcoming to everyone by keeping y our animal on lead at all times and taking any waste with you.\nWe do not have any garbage cans on the grounds as part of our approach to remove dis tractions. Please carry out anything you bring onto the site.\nParking for vehicles is available on pavement near the Carriage House or Mansion.\nPu blic restrooms are available in a building next to the Carriage House duri ng hours with vehicle access seasonally. LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T001053Z LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, Unite d States URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/explore-the-landscape-7-2/2026-09-22/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=cedar-rapids-ia X-SOURCE-NAME:Brucemore X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.brucemore.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Practice in the Prairie: Free Summer Yoga Series! DTSTART:20260922T230000Z DTEND:20260923T000000Z DTSTAMP:20260908T181946Z UID:10002008-1790100000-1790103600@indiancreeknaturecenter.org CATEGORIES:free,wellness DESCRIPTION:Skunk cabbage is one of the rare treasures you can find on the Indian Creek Nature Center trails.\n \n \n \n \n \n \n \n The Secrets You Find When You Slow Downby Trail C oordinator Nick McGrath Imagine a beautiful natural landscape here in Iowa . Is it of towering trees\, expansive prairies\, or dazzling displays of w ildflowers in bloom? These bold features can easily capture our attention but only tell part of the story.  Found singularly within the canopy\, tu cked beneath shrubs and grasses\, nestled among rocks and against tree tru nks\, or quietly growing along woodland paths are countless plants that ma ny will pass by\, unaware of their uniqueness or importance in the landsca pe. They are quite easily overlooked\, but these plants add remarkable div ersity\, beauty\, and ecological value. Spread out across Indian Creek Nat ure Center’s property are a host of unnoticed plants that serve critical roles and bring vibrancy and a sense of fullness into the natural landsca pe.  Peeking out from the woodland edge is a non-aggressive plant called purple milkweed (Asclepias purpurascens). Most may pass this by\, albeit s lightly puzzled\, assuming it is a common milkweed that is out of place. U pon closer inspection\, the observer will find minute differences in size\ , texture\, shape\, and color.  The purple milkweed boasts a vibrant dark fuchsia color that seems to call out\, “Hey! Look over here by the tree line!” This particular milkweed thrives in a part-shade environment and\ , unlike the common purple milkweed\, does not spread through rhizomes\, u nderground stems capable of sprouting new plants\, making it much less com petitive. On your next mid-summer hike\, take a closer look around the tra ils immediately surrounding Amazing Space\, and you just might spot this p urple milkweed! A snowy trek along the Bena Brook area of ICNC could land you in the world of skunk cabbage\, so mind your nose and watch your step! Skunk cabbage (Symplocarpus foetidus) is part of a very small group of pl ants capable of thermogenesis\, the ability to metabolically generate heat . In late winter and early spring the interior of a skunk cabbage can be u p to twenty degrees warmer than ambient temperatures\, helping to melt the surrounding snow and emit a truly pungent smell\, fitting of its name. Th e combination of heat and odor attracts and supports all manner of early s eason pollinators. Skunk cabbage falls into the botanical family Araceae\, characterized in part by a spadix and spathe. The spadix is most similar to a stem covered in tiny flowers while the spathe is a modified leaf that surrounds the spadix. An easily recognized example of this is the inflore scence (flowering parts) of a household peace lily\, also in the family Ar aceae. Other notable family members include monstera and philodendron! Ano ther Araceae member happily calls the Nature Center home and is quite fasc inating to see in person. Jack-in-the-pulpit (Arisaema triphyllum) can be found throughout the property in deep\, moist woodland shade. This small\, unique plant gets its name from the arrangement of the spadix and spathe\ , resembling a preacher inside a pulpit. If you stumble upon this plant\, it is best to look but not touch due to significant amounts of calcium oxa late crystals throughout the plant. Do\, however\, count the number of lea ves! This long-lived plant stores energy underground and decides\, based o n available energy\, whether to emerge that year as a male or female plant . A single leaf usually indicates a male plant since it takes less energy to produce pollen than fruit. Two leaves (or the presence of fruit) indica te a female plant. Typically\, Jack-in-the-pulpit will revert to a male pl ant the year after fruiting to recoup energy and start again. These plants may not always demand our attention\, but they are an important part of w hat makes Indian Creek Nature Center such a rich and diverse place to expl ore. The next time you walk the trails\, slow down\, become an observer an d take time to notice the small\, often overlooked plants around you. You may be surprised by how much life is growing right at your feet! LAST-MODIFIED:20260908T181946Z URL:https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org/event/practice-in-the-prairie-free -summer-yoga-series-21/?utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaig n=cedar-rapids-ia X-SOURCE-NAME:Indian Creek Nature Center X-SOURCE-URL:https://indiancreeknaturecenter.org END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT SUMMARY:Explore the Landscape DTSTART:20260923T130000Z DTEND:20260923T210000Z DTSTAMP:20260907T001053Z UID:10012119-1790150400-1790179200@www.brucemore.org CATEGORIES:community,free,outdoors DESCRIPTION:The 26-acre landscape highlights a variety of experiences to e njoy throughout the year! Free and open to the public seven days a week fo r a majority of the year\, visiting the grounds offers the perfect way to immerse yourself in a historic country estate in the heart of Cedar Rapids . Stroll through the gardens\, picnic on the lawn\, birdwatch on a woodlan d path near the pond\, examine the architecture of the mansion and servant s’ village\, or take in the history of the site with interpretative pane ls scattered across the grounds. Don’t forget to take a selfie (or two) and tag us on social media! \n\n\n*Hours are subject to change seasonally or for special events\, holidays\, and other occasions.  \n\n\n\nGuidelin es for your visit\n\n\nWe love when furry friends come to visit Brucemore! Please help us keep the site clean and welcoming to everyone by keeping y our animal on lead at all times and taking any waste with you.\nWe do not have any garbage cans on the grounds as part of our approach to remove dis tractions. Please carry out anything you bring onto the site.\nParking for vehicles is available on pavement near the Carriage House or Mansion.\nPu blic restrooms are available in a building next to the Carriage House duri ng hours with vehicle access seasonally. LAST-MODIFIED:20260907T001053Z LOCATION:Brucemore\, 2160 Linden Dr SE\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52403\, Unite d States URL:https://www.brucemore.org/event/explore-the-landscape-7-2/2026-09-23/? utm_source=caldiscovery&utm_medium=ics&utm_campaign=cedar-rapids-ia X-SOURCE-NAME:Brucemore X-SOURCE-URL:https://www.brucemore.org END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR