Cedar Valley Community Calendar brought to you by Lincoln Savings Bank
If your non-profit group or organization has an event, activity, or meeting coming up, submit the information to Mix 96.1, 721 Shirley Street, Cedar Falls, IA 50613, or Email it to themix@mix96.net. Your event will be posted for up to 30 days free of charge.
Sartori Memorial Hospital is having their 72nd breakfast benefit on Tuesday May 13th from 6am to 10am at First United Methodist church, 8th and Washington, Cedar Falls. Cost is $5. Preschooler tickets will be available only at the door for $1. For more information, contact Gail thornton, 277-3762 or vicky Christiason 277-6455.
Did you know that a family of four can make up to $50,000 a year and still qualify for government helath coverage for their children? If you need help, call the Uninsured Help Line at 1-800-234-1317.
According to the American Cancer society, every three minutes a woman in the US is diagnosed with breast canter, the leading cancer among white and African American women. That is why Wheaton Franciscan Healthcare will launch a public service campaign asking women who complete a mammogram, or women currently being treated for breast cancer, to encourage other women in their lives to do the same.
Linden United Methodist Church, corner Butler & Nevada, Waterloo is having a Swiss Steak Dinner on Saturday May 17th, 4:30 to 6:30. Cost is $7 All are invited. We are Handicap Accessible.
There are 46 million americans living today with arthritis, inclucing 300,000 children. For nearly 60 years, people living with arthritis have turned to the Arthritis Foundation for help and hope. The Foundation funds research and provides programs that improve lives becasue joint pain and damage make even the simplest tasks diffifcult or impossible. Call 800-283-7800 or visit www.arthritis.org. Now is the time to make a difference.
Beat your cabin fever and learn how to save the life of someone you love by taking an American Red Cross health, safety and preparedness course. On-line training is now available for select courses. All courses require pre-registration. Register by calling the Hawkeye Chapter at 319-234-8851. All classes are at the Hawkeye Chapter office at 2530 University Ave., Waterloo. Class sizes are limited to provide ample practice time for all.
Boy Scout Troop 1 will be hosting thier Annual All-you-can-eat Pancake Breakfast on Sunday May 18th from 8am to 12noon, at the Knights of Columbus Hall, LaPorte Rd. Proceeds will help to fund 2008 Summer Camp.
The Catholic Daughters of Waterloo will be holding a Dinner Meeting on Wednesday May 21st at 6pm at the Knights of Columbus, 1655 Locke Ave., Waterloo.
Bellydancing - sound intriguing? Try it out!! There are many fun and exciting benefits to the activity, tone and strengthen core-abdominal muscles, great arm, and thigh workout, including some you probably didn't know you had! Burn calories while having fun. Belly Dancing is for women of all ages, sizes and shapes. Challenge your body to try something new with a non-impact activity. Session Dates are: May 22, 29, June 5, 12, 19 July 10, 17, 31. Cost is $30 for the seesion. Class meets on Thursdays at 6:30pm. for questions, call Cedar Falls Recreation at 273-8636.
This May is National Mental Health Month. A great time to get the real facts about mental wellness. Mental health matters, and it's an issue for all ages; all socioeconomic backgrounds. Many individuals never get the assistance the need because they don't know how. Lutheran Services in Iowa provides remedical services and other programs to children and families with begavioral or mental health issues. Visit www.lsiowa.org to learn more.
Spring is here and there is "Friendship in Bloom" at the St. Edward School annual Spring Carnival! It is Wednesday May 14th from 5:00-7:30pm at St. Edward, Waterloo. Please come and enjoy food, games, bingo and a raffle. Bring a friend or come make new ones!
The Institute for Learning After Fifty presents an 8-weekk series concerning how you can make smart choices in energy alternatives and efficiency ideas. The classes will be held on Wednesdays from 9:30-11:30am May 14, 28 and June 4, 11 & 18. The cost for the series is $20 for ILAF members; $35 for non-members. To register please call 319-296-2460 or 800-670-4743 8am to 4:30 M-F, Class number-015525; section YLAF 150-0401.
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One thousand Ping Pong balls are on a mission to raise scholarship money for area high school students. Waterloo-Cedar Falls Dollars for Scholars is hosting the third annual Ping Pong Splash for Scholarship Cash on Wednesday May 21st at the Cedar Falls Aquatic Center. At 6:30pm, 1,000 balls will be sent down the waterslide and race one and half laps around the lazy river. The first ball to cross the finish line will earn the lucky winner $250in cash. Donated gift certificates and items from area merchants will be given to second and third place winners. For more information, contact Julie VanDaele at 319-236-5694 or juliev@veridiancu.org.
A new exhibition entitled "20 years/20 stories" is open to the public at the Waterloo Center for the Arts through May 25th. On loan from the Pearson Lakes Art Center, this exhibition features fine art photographer David Thoreson's 20 years experience. He will be also featured during a reception and gallery talk on Thursday May 15th at 7pm in the Law-Reddington Galleries & Theatre. This event is free and open to the public. For more information, contact Shannon Farlow at 319-291-4490 or Shannon.Farlow@waterloo-ia-org.
Kinglsley annual Ice Cream Social will be Tuesday May 13th, 5:00-7:30pm, Rain or shine! Corner of Sunset Road & Prospect Blvd, Waterloo. Enjoy games, prizes, food & fun!
The Catholic Daughters of Waterloo will be holding a Day of Renewal on Wed. May 14th at the American Martyrs Retreat House in Cedar Falls. The day will begin at 9;30am with coffee. The first session will begin at 10am. Reservations can be made by calling Jeanette heintz, 319-296-1713.
Looking for an energetic class that combines high energy step intervals with cardio strength training? Come to Covenant Wellness Center or Sartori Wellness Center on Monday, Wednesday and Friday morninga at 9:15 to join in on the fun. Just ask for a free two week free trial for this class. Call Wellness Services at 272-2313 for more information. Cost for the class if $35 per month to the general public and free to all wellness memebers. Pre-registration is required.
On Sunday May 18th, Camp Courageous of Iowa will hold the 21st annual "Cruisin' for Camp Courageous" from 10am to 4pm. This is one of Iowa's largest charity Car Shows and features hundreds of show cars, racecars, and trucks. This is a family event with a large silent and live auction, kid's games, food, music and huge craft show. Admission is $5 for adults. Children 12 and under are free when accompanied by an adult. Camp Courageous of Iowa ia a year-round camp for individuals with special needs and is run on donations, without government assistance, formal sponsorhip or paid fundraisers. For more information, please call 319-465-5916.
Learn how to save the life of someone you love by taking an American Red Cross health, safety and preparedness class. All courses require pre-registration. Register online at www.hawkeyechapter.org or call 319-234-8851.
Are you looking for a low impact exercise that will invigorate you? Covenant Wellness Center offers a 35-minute Stretch & Strengthen class for all ages at 6am Tuesday & Friday mornings at the Kimball Ridge Wellness Center. Cost for the class is $25 per month to the general public and free to all wellness center members. Pre-registration is required. For more information or to register, call 272-2313.
The 50th Annual Ebony Fashion Fair, presents Glam Odyssey 2007-2008; A Fashion Journey into Bliss and Beyond. See the best of the best American and European fashions created by world-famou designers and worn by beautiful Ebony models. Tuesday May 13th at the Five Sullivan Brothers Convention Center, Waterloo. To get your tickets or for more information, call 319-235-7466 or 319-236-3033.
Once again, Friday'loo will be held on select Fridays from 5:30 to 9:30pm in downtown Waterloo at Lincoln Park. Here is a look at what is booked for this season......
May 23rd - Crackin' Wise - classic sounds of the 70's, 80's & 90's
June 6th - Theme: Back to the Oldies with MotorIoway - The Rivieras classic sounds of the 50's & 60's
June 13th - Theme: Motorcycle Night - The Blue Band, a rockin' soul band.
June 27th - Theme: Friday 'Gras - Central High Class of 1978 reunion -, Chubby Carrier and the Bayou Swamp Boys, a concoction of rock, soul, gospel and R&B.
July 11th - West High Class of 1973 reunion - T. Albert Lloy Band, a hard rock edge and a little jazz
July 25th - Theme: Salsa'loo - Reunions include: East High Class of 1988, West High Classes of 1988 & 1983, Central High Class of 1983. - Orquesta Alto Maiz, a unique ensemble of Latin American and Caribbean
Aug. 8th - Theme: Valley Trails Festival; Bicycle Night - Columbus Class of 1968 reunion - Lotus, a high energy well-oiled Rock-n-Roll bank out of Cedar Falls.
Aug. 22nd - Theme: JaMaica My Friday - Blue Island Tribe, has a raggae/rock sound.
Sept 5th - Theme: Hometown Heros & Streetscape - WildCard is based in the Cedar Valley since 2203 and plays a great mix of today's new Country, classic country and a shot of classic rock.
If you would like to sponsor a Friday'loo event, please contact Main Street Waterloo at 291-2038. Always FREE! Always FUN! Always FRIDAY!
People age 45 and older who have had a stroke, heart attack, chest pain or, heart related surgery are invited to participate in a University of Iowa study on preventing these conditions. In addition, people who have leg pain during exercise or who have had surgery to open up blocked arteries in the legs or neck may also be eligible to particpate. For information, call 1-800-887-6917.
The ALS Association intruduces 'ALS Across America' during National ALS Awareness Month in May. The ALS Association is the pre-eminent leader in the fight against Lou Gehrig's Disease. The mission of the organization is to lead the fight to cute and treat ALS through global, cutting -edge research and to empower people with Lou Gehrig's Disease and their family to live fuller lives by providing them with compassionate care and support.
National Cattle Congress (NCC) is seeking contestants to compete in the 2008 National Cattle Congress Queen Contest on Sunday June 22nd at the Electric Park Ballroom. Each contestant must be at least 16 years of age and not more than 21 years of age on or before August 7th. The NCC Fair Queen contestant must reside in one of the following counties: Black Hawk, Benton, Bremer, Buchanan, Butler, Grundy, or Tama. If interested, please call Jennifer at 319-234-7515 or email at info@nationalcattlecongress.com for an application.
Substance abuse and child abuse are inseparably linked. Nationally, statistics show that drug or alcohol abuse is frequently present in cases of child abuse. Narconon can help by offering addiction counseling, referrals and assessments to centers nationwide. No child should be left behind, call today 800-468-6933 or log on to www.stopaddiction.com.
Columbus High School 2008 Reunions planned.
Class of 1963 - 45 years. Aug. 1 & 2 - Contact: Mary Jo Dostal Michael - jimandmaryjom@cfu.nt.
Class of 1968 - 40 Years. Aug 8, 9, 10. Contact Cheryl Van Erem - cheryl.vanerem@vgm.com, 232-0187
Class of 1973 - 35 Years. No plans yet, Contact Darlene - dhatton@cvce.org
Class of 1978 - 30 Years. June 20 & 21. Contact - Marisa Dolan - marisa@cfu.net
Class of 1983 - 25 Years. Ju.ly 18 & 19. Contact Kelli Dowd McCarthy - mccarthy877@msn.com, 232-4555 - website: www.myspace.com/columbus83
Class of 1988 - 20 Years. Aug. 8-10. Contact Brian Murphy - nebmurphys@msn.com or Amy Aiglin - asiglin @mchsi.com
Class of 1993 - 15 Years. No plans yet. Contact Darlene at dhatton@cvce.org
Class of 1998 - 10 Years. July 25-27. Contact Jake Schaefer - schaefjake@yahoo.com or Anne Biglin - annegiblin@gmail.com
Class of 2003 - 5 Years. Aug 8th. Contact Erin Brennan - eribre@mchsi.com.