Bidding will culminate in the annual LGBTQ+ Luncheon Dec. 9, with proceeds going to support Center programs
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Bidding will culminate in the annual LGBTQ+ Luncheon Dec. 9, with proceeds going to support Center programs
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Samantha Hernandez and Erik Torres had different journeys to embracing ballet folklórico as young dancers. But this summer, they were both selected to serve as the new instructors for Fuerzas Culturales, Cedar Rapids’ first Ballet folklórico dance group.
Ricky Bartlett of Iowa City and the band Vibe will be honored with a Danny Award at the fourth annual Danny Awards held Nov. 18 in New York. The awards sponsored by Daniel’s Music Foundation recognizes musicians with disabilities with the purpose of challenging society to think differently about disability.
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The Alliant Energy Foundation has announced it will be donating $515,000 to seven food banks across Iowa and Wisconsin. It was the most annual Drive Out Hunger fundraiser has earned in the 17 years it has been hosted.
The George, Gladys and Ruth Drips Endowed Scholarship Fund to begin distributing scholarships in May
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The Noelridge Park gardens were recently honored with a landscape design award for its winning entry in a nationwide contest.
Aimed at adults, Critical Conversations dives deep into topics on race, social inequities and their impact on youth
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The Coalition for Family and Children’s Services in Iowa recognize Ryan Shenefelt, Lexi Erger and Sam Blowers for their unwavering dedication to the mission of Tanager and putting children first.
This award, presented by the Iowa Children’s Museum, recognizes outstanding educators who excel in creating dynamic and engaging learning environments for their students.
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