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SUMMARY:Playing to Win - Kids and Sports
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHARECornell College professors of kinesiology Steve DeVries and Kristi Meyer will discuss origins and social factors that have influenced the growth of youth sports in the USA\, how we have gotten to where we are now\, and some current trends and issues. \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/playing-win-kids-sports/
LOCATION:The Uptown Theatre\, First Street Community Center\, The Uptown Theatre\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Public Welcome,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180414T103000
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LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T200248Z
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SUMMARY:“A Wrestling Life\,” Talk and and Book Signing by Dan Gable
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREWrestling legend Dan Gable will talk about the sport and his life\, followed by a book-signing. His latest book\, “A Wrestling Life: The Inspiring Stories of Dan Gable\,” will be available for purchase. \nGable is a retired Olympic wrestler and coach best known for his tenure as head coach at the University of Iowa where he won 15 NCAA team titles between 1976-1997. \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/wrestling-life-talk-book-signing-dan-gable/
LOCATION:The Uptown Theatre\, First Street Community Center\, The Uptown Theatre\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports,Uptown Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T221908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T210917Z
UID:9953-1521626400-1521655200@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams-2/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://firststreetcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/baseball.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T221908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T210917Z
UID:9953-1521626400-1521655200@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams-2/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://firststreetcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/baseball.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180322T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T222012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T211333Z
UID:9956-1521712800-1521748800@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams-3/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://firststreetcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/baseball.jpg
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T221908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T210917Z
UID:9953-1521626400-1521655200@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams-2/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://firststreetcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/baseball.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180318T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180318T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T221728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T204833Z
UID:9950-1521374400-1521388800@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://firststreetcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/baseball.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180407T110000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180407T130000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180222T195528Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T195528Z
UID:10183-1523098800-1523106000@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Coach Jim Van Scoyoc meet & greet
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHARELegendary Norway High School baseball coach Jim Van Scoyoc will be on site to greet people as they visit the exhibit. \nVan Scoyoc\, who was featured in the movie “The Final Season” later served as a pitching coach for the minor leagues in the Detroit Tigers organization and at Kirkwood Community College. \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/coach-jim-van-scoyoc-meet-greet/
LOCATION:The Gymnasium\, First Street Community Center\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports,Uptown Theatre
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://firststreetcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/baseball-coachx1920.jpeg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T221908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T210917Z
UID:9953-1521626400-1521655200@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams-2/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://firststreetcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/baseball.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180407T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180407T113000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180222T194106Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T194149Z
UID:10180-1523095200-1523100600@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:How Iowa Met Baseball - The Myths\, The History\, The  Players
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREHistorian John Liepa will explore the myths regarding the “invention” of baseball\, the origins and evolution of the early game in the United States; how the Civil War played a role in accelerating the spread of the game; the very first mention of the game’s coming to Iowa in 1858\, and how it caught on. \nGuests will have the opportunity to view Liepa’s extensive collection of memorabilia and cards before and after the presentation. \nPresented by John Liepa\, historian \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/iowa-met-baseball-myths-history-players/
LOCATION:The Uptown Theatre\, First Street Community Center\, The Uptown Theatre\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Historical,Public Welcome,Uptown Theatre
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://firststreetcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/field-of-dreams-e1519328357944.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T221908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T210917Z
UID:9953-1521626400-1521655200@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams-2/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://firststreetcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/baseball.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180322T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T222012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T211333Z
UID:9956-1521712800-1521748800@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams-3/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://firststreetcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/baseball.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180404T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180404T203000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180222T193004Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T193004Z
UID:10177-1522868400-1522873800@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:From the Pressbox - An Eastern Iowa Sports Media  Panel
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREModerated by Mount Vernon-Lisbon Sun’s Margaret Stevens and featuring John Campbell\, Mark Dukes\, Crystal Eskelsen\, Ron Gonder\, Jeff Linder\, and JR Odgen\, this panel will explore Eastern Iowa Sports stories of the last quarter century through moderator and audience questions. \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/pressbox-eastern-iowa-sports-media-panel/
LOCATION:The Uptown Theatre\, First Street Community Center\, The Uptown Theatre\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Family,Historical,Public Welcome,Uptown Theatre
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://firststreetcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/02/Bell_telephone_magazine_1922_14755906862.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T221908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T210917Z
UID:9953-1521626400-1521655200@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams-2/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://firststreetcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/baseball.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180318T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180318T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T221728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T204833Z
UID:9950-1521374400-1521388800@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://firststreetcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2017/04/baseball.jpg
END:VEVENT
BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180331T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180331T140000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T223309Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180326T133929Z
UID:9992-1522501200-1522504800@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Hometown Teams – More Than Just a Game: African American Athletes in Iowa
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMore Than Just a Game: African American Athletes in Iowa is part of a series of Hometown Teams events.  Smithsonian’s Museum on Main Street traveling exhibit “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America” will be in Mount Vernon\, Iowa from March 18 to April 28\, 2018.  It is one of ten related events that is scheduled while the exhibit is in Mount Vernon. \nSince the late nineteenth century\, African Americans have participated in a variety of sports and contributed in profound ways to Iowa’s sporting culture. African Americans experienced severe discrimination in sports as in other activities\, but fought long and hard to overcome racism. In Iowa\, they frequently used achievement in sports as a way to come together as a community. These countless narratives both on and off the court\, field\, and ring\, remind us of the broader struggle for civil rights in America. \nRSVP on Facebook. \n\nThis event is presented by the African American Museum of Iowa.\nAttendance is free and open to the public.\n\nComplete Schedule of Hometown Teams Events: \n\nMon. March 26\, 1-3 p.m. – Movie “The Final Season”\nSat. March 31\, 1:00-2:00 p.m. – More Than Just a Game: African American Athletes in Iowa\nWed. April 4\, 7-8:30 p.m. – From the Pressbox: An Eastern Iowa Sports Media Panel\nSat. April 7\, 10-11:30 a.m. – How Iowa Met Baseball: The Myths\, The History\, The Players\nSat.\, April 7\, 11 a.m.-1 p.m. – Coach Jim Van Scoyoc meet and greet\nSat. April 14\, 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m. – “A Wrestling Life\,” Talk and and Book Signing by Dan Gable\nSat.\, April 14\, 1-2:30 p.m. – Playing to Win: Kids and Sports\nSat. April 21\, 10-10:30 a.m. – Remembering 6-on-6 Gallery Talk \nSat. April 21\, 10 a.m.-6 p.m. – Collecting Girls’ and Women’s Sport Histories in Iowa\nSun.\, April 22\, Noon-4 p.m. – Collecting Girls’ and Women’s Sport Histories in Iowa\n\nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/hometown-teams-more-than-just-a-game-african-american-athletes-in-iowa/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Speaker,Sports
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ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Jennison":MAILTO:director@visitmvl.com
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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T221908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T210917Z
UID:9953-1521626400-1521655200@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams-2/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T221908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T210917Z
UID:9953-1521626400-1521655200@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams-2/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180322T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T222012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T211333Z
UID:9956-1521712800-1521748800@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams-3/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T221908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T210917Z
UID:9953-1521626400-1521655200@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams-2/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180318T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180318T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T221728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T204833Z
UID:9950-1521374400-1521388800@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T221908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T210917Z
UID:9953-1521626400-1521655200@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams-2/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T221908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T210917Z
UID:9953-1521626400-1521655200@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams-2/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180322T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180322T200000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T222012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T211333Z
UID:9956-1521712800-1521748800@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams-3/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180321T180000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T221908Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T210917Z
UID:9953-1521626400-1521655200@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams-2/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180318T120000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180318T160000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T221728Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180222T204833Z
UID:9950-1521374400-1521388800@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Smithsonian’s ‘Hometown Teams’
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will celebrate the many roles athletics play in towns\, cities\, and states across the country when it brings “Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,”  to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 29\, 2018. \n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. They shape and unite us. From pick-up games to organized leagues\, millions of Americans of all ages play sports. And\, if we’re not playing sports\, we’re sitting in the stands or gathered on the sidelines cheering as young athletes take their first swing or score their first goal. Let’s not forget\, either\, the tireless souvenir sales people and those slinging hamburgers and popcorn at concession stands. \nA short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n“Hometown Teams” as well as the local exhibits featuring memorabilia from Eastern Iowa communities will be on display at the First Street Community Center\,  221 First St. NE. The exhibit will be free.  \nThe exhibit will be on view from March 18 to April 29\, 2018.   \nWednesday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nThursday 10 a.m. – 8 p.m. \nFriday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSaturday 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. \nSunday Noon – 4 p.m. \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/smithsonians-hometown-teams/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180212T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180212T183000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20180212T214705Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20180212T224036Z
UID:9924-1518454800-1518460200@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Small Business Workshop: Preparing for Smithsonian Audiences
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREThe Mount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG)\, a Main Street Iowa organization\, has announced a new workshop to prepare Mount Vernon and Lisbon retailers for the upcoming Smithsonian Museum on Main Street exhibit. The workshop “Preparing for Smithsonian Audiences” was created specifically for Mount Vernon and Lisbon businesses. \nFor this workshop\, CDG will be bringing in Main Street Iowa Promotions expert Terry Poe-Buschkamp and Business specialist Robin Bostrom\, who plan a program devoted to making the most of this retail business opportunity. \nRSVP on Facebook \nHearty appetizers\, wine\, and soft drinks will be provided. The event is free\, but all attendees must RSVP to Joe Jennison. \nProgram Agenda: \n\n5:00 p.m.         Food\, drink and networking\n5:30 p.m.         Program starts\n6:15 p.m.         Q&A\n6:30 p.m.         Adjourn\n\nHometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\n(CDG) in partnership with the Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program will bring“Hometown Teams: How Sports Shape America\,” to Mount Vernon from March 18 to April 28\, 2018. \nHours for the Mount Vernon exhibit will be as follows: \n\nWednesdays\, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.\nThursdays\, 10 a.m. to 8 p.m.\nFridays\, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.\nSaturdays\, 10 a.m. to 6 p.m.\nSundays\, noon to 4 p.m.\n\n“Hometown Teams\,” which will be complemented by exhibits featuring local legacies\, examines how and why hometown sports are more than just games. A short video about the exhibition can be viewed at here. \n\n“The Smithsonian has not been to Iowa with this program for years and their first journey back to Iowa will start with this Iowa premiere exhibit here in Mount Vernon\,” said Joe Jennison\, director of the Mount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group. “It’s going to be huge for Mount Vernon. And both Main Street Iowa and CDG wants retailers to be ready for the estimated 8\,000 attendees who are expected to be visiting.” \n\nNOTE: Hometown Teams is part of Museum on Main Street\, a collaboration between the Smithsonian Institution and Iowa Economic Development Authority’s Main Street Iowa program. \nAbout the Mount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group\nThe Mount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group exists to improve the social and economic well-being of Mount Vernon and Lisbon by capitalizing on their unique identity\, assets and character. Mount Vernon was selected as a Main Street community in 2008\, and practices economic development within the context of historic preservation. \nAbout Main Street\nThe Main Street Approach is a copyrighted process of the National Trust for Historic Preservation.  The Program has been used in Iowa since 1986.  Mount Vernon was selected as a Main Street community on March 4\, 2008 by the State of Iowa\, after submitting a comprehensive application and presenting to a select board of reviewers.  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/small-business-workshop-preparing-for-smithsonian-audiences/
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Public Welcome,Speaker,Workshop
ORGANIZER;CN="Joe Jennison":MAILTO:director@visitmvl.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180118T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180118T213000
DTSTAMP:20260604T095550
CREATED:20171220T225321Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20171220T231506Z
UID:9290-1516300200-1516311000@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Trivia Night - Smithsonian Museum on Main Street Fundraiser
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREThe Mount Vernon-Lisbon Community Development Group (CDG)\, a Main Street Iowa organization\, will be hosting game night with their Trivia Night fundraiser.  The event will take place Thursday\, Jan. 18\, from 6:30 to 9:30 p.m. at the First Street Community Center\, and will be held inside the gymnasium. \nThe fundraiser has been created to raise the final $3\,000 needed for the upcoming 2018 Smithsonian Museum on Main Street exhibit\, set to tour to Mount Vernon from March 18\, 2018\, to April 30\, 2018. \nMount Vernon will be one of six Iowa communities chosen to host the Smithsonian’s “Home Town Teams: How Sports Shaped America\,” and will be the first community in Iowa to host this particular Smithsonian exhibit. \nThe Trivia Night fundraiser event will include a wine and hors d’oeuvres reception\, silent auction and trivia game with prizes. The event will take place at the First Street Community Center gym from 6:30 to 9:30. \nWe are very close to reaching our goal to bring the Smithsonian’s Home Town Teams: How Sports Shape America exhibit to Mount Vernon\, said board president Kate Rose. \nThis final fundraiser will take place inside the remodeled First Street Community Center gym\, the site of the spring exhibit. Come take part and help us raise the final few dollars needed to bring this exhibit to Mount Vernon. \nTickets to the fundraising event are $20 per person\, and individuals can sign up with or without a team\, although teams of 5 to 8 people are encouraged. Food and Silent Auction donations are being solicited by the board and staff of the CDG. More information including a registration form is available through www.visitmvl.com/trivianight. \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/trivia-night-smithsonian-museum-main-street-fundraiser/
LOCATION:The Gymnasium\, First Street Community Center\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Fundraiser,Gymnasium,Public Welcome
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ORGANIZER;CN="Mount Vernon Lisbon CDG":MAILTO:director@visitmvl.com
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