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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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180414T143000
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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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DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180421T103000
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SUMMARY:Remembering 6-on-6 Gallery Talk
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREThe year 2018 marks the 25th anniversary of the end of 6-on-6 girls’ basketball in Iowa. \nTo commemorate and reflect on this uniquely Iowan sport\, the Iowa Women’s Archives and Sport Studies faculty in the Department of American Studies at the University of Iowa have collaborated to create a touring exhibition that tells the story of 6-on-6 basketball in Iowa and the girls and women that played it. \nThe Gallery Talk will provide an opportunity to hear about the exhibition from one of its curators and to learn more about the artifacts it features. \nPresented by the University of Iowa Women’s Archives\, University of Iowa Library \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/remembering-6-6-gallery-talk/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Family,Gymnasium,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180421T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180421T180000
DTSTAMP:20180222T202828Z
CREATED:20180222T202828Z
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SUMMARY:Collecting Girls’ and Women’s Sport Histories in Iowa
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREEstablished in 1992\, the Louise Noun – Mary Louise Smith Iowa Women’s Archives collects and makes available historical materials that tell the stories of Iowa women from all walks of life. \nIn an effort to broaden its sport-related collections representatives from the Archives and Sport Studies faculty from the University of Iowa Department of American Studies are organizing a collection weekend. \nPlease stop by to tell us your stories\, ask questions about donating historical materials\, or to donate documents\, photographs\, or other items related to 6-on-6 basketball or other sporting experiences. \nSponsored by the University of Iowa Women’s Archives\, University of Iowa Library \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/collecting-girls-womens-sport-histories-iowa/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Family,Historical,Public Welcome,Sports
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180503T163000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180503T183000
DTSTAMP:20180929T164217Z
CREATED:20180517T204112Z
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SUMMARY:Mount Vernon Farmer's Market - 2018 Summer Season
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREThursdays 4:30 pm – 6:30 pm on the First Street Community Center front lawn.\nFrom their Facebook page: \nLocated in downtown Mt. Vernon\, our market is a thriving little community of entrepreneurs. All our products are raised\, produced\, or created right here in the surrounding community by the person selling them on the other side of the table. \nYou will find some old friends as well as some new folks at market selling seasonal produce\, plants\, baked goods\, honey\, fresh eggs\, locally raised pork and lamb\, plus a whole slew of other things. \nBeautiful vegetables\, delicious artisan breads\, jams and jellies. We have several different varieties of local\, grass-fed meats as well as farm fresh eggs available. Gluten-free products and tasty treats are here\, along with honey\, shag-bark hickory nuts\, walnuts and dry herbs. Hand-dipped chocolates\, exquisite hats\, scarves and baby items. Handcrafted jewelry is a must-see\, perfect for gifts. Dried beans\, fresh ground cornmeal\, popcorn\, and meat seasoning mixes! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Mount Vernon Farmers’ Market Managers: Danielle Martin or Laura Strabala at (319) 310-4145 or mtvernonfm@yahoo.com. \n\nStop inside the First Street Community Center to check out all the fantastic shops as well! \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/mount-vernon-farmers-market-2018-summer-season/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Farmers Market,First Street Community Center,Food,Outdoor Events,Public Welcome
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ORGANIZER;CN="Danielle Martin or Laura Stabala":MAILTO:mtvernonfm@yahoo.com
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SUMMARY:Andrews for Iowa - Ice Cream Social - Christian Andrews - Political Candidate
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHARECome on out after the Mount Vernon farmer’s market to enjoy FREE ice cream\, socialize and meet Christian Andrews\, candidate for Iowa House District 95. \nLocal musicians Leah and Josh Woosley will perform live! \nPeople who sign up to volunteer for the campaign will be entered into a drawing for prizes from local businesses. \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/andrews-for-iowa-ice-cream-social-christian-andrews-political-candidate/
LOCATION:The Library\, First Street Community Center\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Outdoor Events,Politics,Public Welcome
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ORGANIZER;CN="Andrews For Iowa":MAILTO:info@andrewsforiowa.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20180623T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20180623T150000
DTSTAMP:20180615T151950Z
CREATED:20180614T170126Z
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SUMMARY:Live Music - James Kennedy and Friends
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREEnjoy the outdoors with some live music from local favorites James Kennedy and Friends.  This is an instrumental group based in the Midwest. Fronted by versatile guitarist James Kennedy\, they play a mix of classic hits\, jazz/blues\, Latin and original songs – using only their instruments and years of training to bring the music to life. \nThe eclectic sounds of James on guitars\, Catherine Lawson on the 5 string electric/acoustic violin\, Matt Alles on electric bass and Eric Madison on percussion/drums creates an uncommon blend of tunes both familiar and unique at the same time. \n\nThis event is sponsored in partnership by the MVAAC and Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation. \n \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/live-music-james-kennedy-and-friends/
LOCATION:Front Lawn\, First Street Community Center\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Live Music,Outdoor Events,Public Welcome
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181020T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181020T220000
DTSTAMP:20181015T162710Z
CREATED:20181015T161208Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181015T162710Z
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SUMMARY:2018 Uptown Theatre Honors -- Gala Celebrating the Arts
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREThe A-Go-Gos\, a Mount Vernon Volunteer Organization\, proudly presents the 2018 Uptown Theatre Honors – An Evening Gala Celebrating the Arts on Saturday\, October 20\, 2018 starting with a 6:30 pm cocktail hour and 7:30 pm for the show. \nThis year’s honorees are Johnny Krob\, Mickey Woods\, James & Catherine Kennedy\, Beryl O’Connor and Damon Cole. \nTickets are $20 and an be purchased ahead of time at Bauman’s in Mount Vernon\, or you call the Reservation Line (319) 895-8060. Tickets are also available at the door. \nCome join us to celebrate these wonderful people and their contributions to the arts!\nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/2018-uptown-theatre-honors-gala-celebrating-the-arts/
LOCATION:The Uptown Theatre\, First Street Community Center\, The Uptown Theatre\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Live Theater,Public Welcome,Uptown Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181110T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181110T140000
DTSTAMP:20181107T040712Z
CREATED:20181106T221746Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181107T040712Z
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SUMMARY:Holiday Jingle & Mingle Shopping Event
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHARE\n\nCome Join us for a holiday shopping event!  All vendors and crafters are together under one big roof – inside the First Street’s Gymnasium. \nFree Admission! \nNOTE:  Please bring a non-perishable food donation for the Linn County VA Food Pantry. \nVendors and Crafters\nPerfectly Posh\nUsborne Books\nDamsel in Defense\nColor Street\nPure Romance\nScentsy\nR & K Crafts and Printing\nNew Door Designs\nJoyful Essentials Jewelry with Young Living\nTK Kreations\nThe Craft Table\nThirty-One\nTastefully Simple\nCrafts by Lisa \n\nR & K Crafts and Printing\nhttps://www.facebook.com/R-K-Crafts-and-Printing-1842611049382216/ \nNew Door Designs\nhttps://www.facebook.com/NewDoorDesigns/ \nThe Craft Table\nhttps://www.facebook.com/The-Craft-Table-209970973120010/ \n\n\nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/holiday-jingle-mingle-shopping-event/
LOCATION:The Gymnasium\, First Street Community Center\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gymnasium,Public Welcome
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181124T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181124T160000
DTSTAMP:20181113T161114Z
CREATED:20181113T155900Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181113T161114Z
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SUMMARY:Crafters Market & Home Business Expo
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHARENew this year\, we are proud to be hosting The Crafters Market together with the Annual Home Business Expo on Small Business Saturday\, November 24th\, from 9am – 4pm inside the First Street Community Center’s Gymnasium. \nThe Crafters Market specializes in well created\, handmade items for the discerning customer. \nThe Annual Home Business Expo will feature numerous home based businesses in the local area including: \n\nMettes Doll Fashions\nBecky Danielson\nGrannie’s Ruffles\nAmy Bishop Fine Art\nDog Bandanas Creations\nKelli Wolfe Quilting\nLindenbolt Serigraphy\nMary Beth’s Articulture\nThe Crafty Needle\nStine Designs\nPoets Garden\nLisa Kenyon\nRodan+Fields\nLuLaRoe\nScentsy\nItWorks\ndoTERRA Essential Oils\n\nDisplays from other local shops may also be on hand\, including: Fairy Under a Full Moon and Twig Creations by Ruth. \nThere is FREE ADMISSION and as always the First Street Community Center has FREE Parking. \n* Don’t forget while you are here to check on the other wonderful shops that call this building home throughout the year! \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/crafters-market-home-business-expo/
LOCATION:The Gymnasium\, First Street Community Center\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Business,First Street Community Center,Gymnasium,Public Welcome
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181129T170000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181129T200000
DTSTAMP:20181128T174114Z
CREATED:20181128T174050Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181128T174114Z
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SUMMARY:Magical Night 2018
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHARE  \nThe 28th annual Magical Night event will take place Thursday\, Nov. 29\, from 5 to 8 p.m. at several locations throughout Uptown Mount Vernon\, Iowa. \nMagical Night in Mount Vernon\, Iowa is a celebration of holiday magic that begins on the lawn of the First Street Community Center\, at 5 pm\, Santa himself will be throwing the switch unveiling Mount Vernon’s holiday lights on the Fist Street Community Center’s historic one-of-a-kind building. \nFor the first time in the history of Magical Night\, volunteers and City representatives have decided to close 1st Street to traffic to create a Holiday-inspired Ped Mall for the entire festival from 5 to 8 p.m \n– From VisitMVL.com \nThere are dozens of special events throughout the area during this evening\, you can check out the full list of activities here. \nActivities We Are Hosting\n@ 5pm – Help Santa light up the First Street Community Center \n@ 6:30 & 7:15 pm at the First Street Community Center (221 1st St. NE): “Holiday Tidings” from Dance Arts Iowa @ Uptown Theatre \nFrom 5pm – 8pm\n \n\nBusiness Open House\, visit local businesses\, enjoy live music\, snacks and begin your holiday shopping.\nGet your magic reindeer food and visit with live reindeer on the lawn of the First Street Community Center sponsored by Hills Bank.\nCookie Decorating\, sponsored by Mount Vernon Parks and Recreation\, inside the Library at the First Street Community Center.\nArts Fest\, “Dance on a Starry Night” presented by Mount Vernon elementary and high school art students inside the First Street Community Center gym.\nJackee Austerman Photography – Stop over for some fun Christmas photos!  Images are free and will be available on their Facebook page after the event!  She is also offering $5 light-up necklaces for you to wear as you stroll through town on Magical Night! You are sure to be feeling FESTIVE!! 🙂\n\nClick on Jackee Austerman’s cool video short below:  (shared with Jackee’s permission) \nhttps://firststreetcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2018/11/Magical_Night_2018_265957214_720x720_F30.mp4\nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/magical-night-2018/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:First Street Community Center,Gymnasium,Library,Outdoor Events,Public Welcome,Uptown Theatre
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20181229T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20181229T120000
DTSTAMP:20181226T205222Z
CREATED:20181108T162154Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20181226T205222Z
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SUMMARY:Farmer's Market is CLOSED Today
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREFarmer’s Market is CLOSED Today\nBring your kids\, your friends\, and a stray neighbor or two! We have a variety of vendors and a plethora of delicious items from which to choose. Stock the cupboards and fill the pantry\, it is time for the Mt. Vernon Winter Farmers Market! \nBeautiful vegetables\, delicious artisan breads\, jams and jellies. We have several different varieties of local\, grass-fed meats as well as farm fresh eggs available. Gluten-free products and tasty treats are here\, along with honey\, shag-bark hickory nuts\, walnuts and dry herbs. \nHand-dipped chocolates\, exquisite hats\, scarves and baby items. Handcrafted jewelry is a must-see\, perfect for gifts. Dried beans\, fresh ground cornmeal\, popcorn\, and meat seasoning mixes! Be sure to stop by and see us! \nEverything at our market is produced and raised here in Iowa\, by the vendor selling directly to you! We are proud to be local! \nIf you have any questions\, please Call (319) 560-1391 or Email mtvernonfm@yahoo.com. \n\nBe sure to stop inside the First Street Community Center to check out all the fantastic shops as well! \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/mount-vernon-farmers-market-2018-2019-winter-season-2018-12-29/
LOCATION:The Gymnasium\, First Street Community Center\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmers Market,Food,Public Welcome
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190122T190000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190122T203000
DTSTAMP:20190116T185937Z
CREATED:20190116T185937Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190116T185937Z
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SUMMARY:State of Our City Forum
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMayor Jamie Hampton and Chris Nosbisch\, City Administrator\, will give an overview of accomplishments during the past year and goals for the future of Mount Vernon at a “State of Our City” forum. \nIn addition to the overview\, departmental leaders Nick Nissen\, Public Works Director; Heather Flynn\, Associate Planner for Planning and Zoning; an Matt Siders\, Parks and Recreation Director will share information in further detail! Discussion and questions welcome. \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/state-of-our-city-forum/
LOCATION:The Library\, First Street Community Center\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Politics,Public Welcome,Speaker
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190223T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190223T220000
DTSTAMP:20190123T192201Z
CREATED:20190123T191919Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190123T192201Z
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SUMMARY:Radoslav Lorkovic plays Mount Vernon's LilFest
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHARERadoslav Lorković began touring at age 20 with Iowa City’s Bo Ramsey and the Sliders. Lorković entered the band having mastered the styles of boogie-woogie greats such as Albert Ammons\, Pete Johnson\, Freddie Slack etc.. Ramsey’s influence drove Lorković deeper to the core of the blues. The music of Howlin’ Wolf\, Muddy Waters and Little Walter shifted Lorković’s focus to the basics as he began to draw from the styles of Otis Spann and Pinetop Perkins. \nSeveral years later Lorković and Ramsey joined forces with Greg Brown adding musical authenticity to his deep Iowa Roots. At this time Lorković was simultaneously brushing up on his classical heritage and looking south to the polyrhythmic sounds of Professor Longhair and James Booker. He had picked up Tex-Mex and Zydeco accordion as well. \nIn 1990 he made his solo recording debut.  Six CDs later\, Lorković currently tours the world regularly appearing at prestigious events such as the Woody Guthrie Folk Festival\, WOMAD\, Winnipeg\, Calgary\, Edmonton and Ottawa folk festivals\, Falcon Ridge Folk Festival\, Mountain Stage\, Prairie Home Companion\, eTown as well as a litany of Italian castles and villas. \nDrawing from a multitude of influences ranging from elegant classical and jazz styles to the rawest\, most basic blues\, country and soul\, Radoslav Lorković has taken on an unusually broad musical spectrum and refined it into his distinctive piano style. \nHis tenure on the R&B and folk circuits has culminated in five critically acclaimed solo recordings and numerous appearances on the recordings of and performances with artists including Odetta\, Jimmy LaFave\, Ribbon of Highway Woody Guthrie Tribute\, Greg Brown\, Richard Shindell\, Ellis Paul\, Ronny Cox\, Dave Moore\, Andy White\, and Bo Ramsey. \nHis thirty year touring career has led him from the taverns of the upper Mississippi River to the castles of Italy\, The Canary Islands\, The Yup’ik villages of Alaska\, The Kennedy Center and Carnegie Hall. \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\nBorn in Zagreb\, Croatia in 1958\, Lorković’s initial exposure to music can be attributed to two grandmothers. Antonija\, his maternal Grandmother\, sang him Croatian\, Slovenian and Czech folk songs since birth. At age one he was reported to be singing back on pitch. \nBy age three he was putting on floor shows for his grandfather and friends who would respond by showering him with coins yelling “pivaj Radoslav pivaj!” During this time classical music played in the home constantly due to the influence of his paternal grandmother Melita Lorković\, a internationally renown classical pianist. After this blend of central European musical influences Radoslav moved to the United States at age six. He had a foothold on a classical music career when at age fourteen he was sidetracked by a blues scale that a friend had taught him. \nTicket Prices\n$5 for students\, General Admission $20\, Sponsor $50.  Tickets can be purchased in person or online at https://lorkovic.bpt.me \nGeneral Information About the Concert\nA LilFest Concert is an intimate concert in a relaxed setting. Bring your own beverages and snacks into the theatre with purchase of the Uptown Theatre venue’s First St. Community Center drink cup ($5). \nRemember: You can reserve an early dinner before the concert at the Palisades Café\, mention LilFest\, and receive the evening’s LilFest special. \nMore at: www.radoslavlorkovic.com \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/radoslav-lorkovic-plays-mount-vernons-lilfest/
LOCATION:The Uptown Theatre\, First Street Community Center\, The Uptown Theatre\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Public Welcome,Uptown Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="LilFest - Nancy Emrich Freeman":MAILTO:info@LilFest.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190406T100000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190406T130000
DTSTAMP:20190403T193006Z
CREATED:20190321T144842Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190403T193006Z
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SUMMARY:Hop Into Spring - Craft & Vendor Show
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHARE \nThe first ever “Hop into Spring – Craft and Vendor Show” is Saturday\, April 6th from 10am – 1pm inside the Gymnasium at the First Street Community Center. \nOrganized By\nAngie Williams \nFeaturing\n\nKey City Crafts (Angela Brown-Aitchison)\nhttps://www.facebook.com/keycitycrafts/\nCraft business specializing in wood signs and other home decor. Special orders and personalized products available\nTiny d-lites (Susie Clark)\nhttps://www.facebook.com/TinydLites/\nCake pops are great for any occasion and range in color and shape\nB&M Creations (Melinda Ragar)\nhttps://www.facebook.com/bmcreationsiowa/\nCraft business specializing in wood signs and other home decor\nMoms Bombs (Dawn Lammers)\nBath bombs\nKylie Long Designs (Kylie Long)\nCraft business specializing in hair bows\, decorative tumblers\, bath towels\, and sewn goods\nSimply Angie Custom Arrangements & Designs (Shannon Goodloe & Angie Williams)\nCraft business specializing in a variety of home decor items\nScentsy (Denise Schuster)\nwww.deniseschuster.scentsy.us\nColor Street (Jenny Caspers)\nPaparazzi (Kimberly Van Hauen)\nUsborne Books (Karasel Harris)\ndoTerra (Lisa Lewis)\nmy.doterra.com/lisalewis11\nSeneGence (Kristie Jordan)\nhttp://www.senegence.com/liptastik\nDotDot Smile (Jamie Wood)\nDamsel in Defense (Angie Williams)\nmydamselpro.net/angiewilliams\nhttps://www.facebook.com/AngieIndependentDamselPro/\n\nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/hop-into-spring-craft-vendor-show/
LOCATION:The Gymnasium\, First Street Community Center\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gymnasium,Public Welcome
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190502T160000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190502T180000
DTSTAMP:20191001T213820Z
CREATED:20190502T183913Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191001T213820Z
UID:14300-1556812800-1556820000@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Mount Vernon Farmer's Market - 2019 Summer Season
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREThursdays 4:00 pm – 6:00 pm on the First Street Community Center front lawn.\nFrom their Facebook page: \nLocated in downtown Mt. Vernon\, our market is a thriving little community of entrepreneurs. All our products are raised\, produced\, or created right here in the surrounding community by the person selling them on the other side of the table. \nYou will find some old friends as well as some new folks at market selling seasonal produce\, plants\, baked goods\, honey\, fresh eggs\, locally raised pork and lamb\, plus a whole slew of other things. \nBeautiful vegetables\, delicious artisan breads\, jams and jellies. We have several different varieties of local\, grass-fed meats as well as farm fresh eggs available. Gluten-free products and tasty treats are here\, along with honey\, shag-bark hickory nuts\, walnuts and dry herbs. Hand-dipped chocolates\, exquisite hats\, scarves and baby items. Handcrafted jewelry is a must-see\, perfect for gifts. Dried beans\, fresh ground cornmeal\, popcorn\, and meat seasoning mixes! \nIf you have any questions\, please contact Mount Vernon Farmers’ Market Managers: Danielle Martin or Laura Strabala at (319) 310-4145 or mtvernonfm@yahoo.com. \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\nBe sure to stop inside the First Street Community Center to check out all the fantastic shops as well! \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/mount-vernon-farmers-market-2019-summer-season/
LOCATION:Front Lawn\, First Street Community Center\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Farmers Market,Food,Outdoor Events,Public Welcome
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190712T140000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190712T220000
DTSTAMP:20190712T200612Z
CREATED:20190712T132456Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190712T200612Z
UID:14792-1562940000-1562968800@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Escape Room - The Curse of the Pharaoh
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREThe world is in danger.  Time is running out!\n“The Curse of the Pharaoh” is a 10 minute escape room brought to you by The Fantastic Escape! \n\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n			\n				\n			\n		\n\n\n\nReturn 5 stolen artifacts to their rightful place in the pharaohs tomb to save the world. Your adventure is located in the gym at the The First Street Community Center during Heritage Days.\n\n\nCost:  $10 per person\, up to 8 at a time. Smaller groups are welcome if there is no line. So come early!\nDate/Time:  Friday 2pm – 10pm and Saturday 10am – 10pm \n\nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/the-curse-of-the-pharaoh/
LOCATION:The Gymnasium\, First Street Community Center\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gymnasium,Public Welcome
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/png:https://firststreetcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2019/07/BW-Escape-Room-Logo.png
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20190907T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20190907T183000
DTSTAMP:20190904T195432Z
CREATED:20190904T195432Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20190904T195432Z
UID:15668-1567881000-1567881000@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Uptown Theatre Honors 2019
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREThe 2019 Uptown Theatre Honors is an evening Gala celebrating the arts.  It is on Saturday\, September 7\, 2019 starting at 6:30 pm with a cocktail hour and the show will begin at 7:30 pm. \nThis year’s honorees include Dale Beeks\, Doug Hanson\, Fred and Marion Lehman\, Ed Sauter\, and Amy White.  The honors gala will include tribute speeches\, live musical numbers\, a photo opportunity and much more. \n“These honorees are the people that continually make our community a great place to live\, work and visit\,” said Lisa White\, Chair of the Uptown Theatre Honors volunteer committee. ”We hope all of the community will show up and show their appreciation for these six honorees and their many contributions to our communities.” \nThe annual Uptown Theatre Honors\, Mount Vernon’s version of the Kennedy Center Honors\, began five years ago through fundraising team the A-Go-Gos. The 8-person fundraising group is responsible for raising $17\,000 for the First Street Community Center Uptown Theatre through the 2013 “Frank Benesh Memorial Uptown Theatre Telethon A-Go-Go!” The group also organized 2014’s “Las Vegas Karaoke Bingo A-Go-Go” and 2015’s “Frank Benesh Memorial Save the Traver Tapes Telethon A-Go-Go!” This year the A-Go-Go volunteer team merged into the CDG volunteer pool\, making the Uptown Theatre Honors a CDG event. \n“We are thrilled to partner with the A-Go-Gos to continue this important Mount Vernon-Lisbon tradition\,” said Joe Jennison\, Director of the CDG. “It seems fitting that an event honoring supporters and participants in local art and culture should be a part of CDG’s mission to enhance the quality of life in the communities we serve.” \nCome join us to celebrate these wonderful people and their contributions to the arts! \nCOST:\nTickets to the event are $20 and include a wine-and-appetizer reception with the honorees beginning at 6:30 p.m.  Reservations for the event are available through an online form.  Attendees will be asked to pay $20 at the door. \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/uptown-theatre-honors-2019/
LOCATION:The Uptown Theatre\, First Street Community Center\, The Uptown Theatre\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Art,Public Welcome,Uptown Theatre
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191107T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191107T183000
DTSTAMP:20191016T212320Z
CREATED:20191001T213631Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191016T212320Z
UID:16060-1573151400-1573151400@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:The Black Panthers
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHARECome and join us for a presentation and conversation about the Black Panthers with a woman who worked for them in the 1970’s.  You may be surprised to learn about the many positive things the Black Panthers were a part of.  The talk will be on Thursday\, Nov. 7 @ 6:30 PM upstairs in the Library. \n\nThe talk will be presented by Christine Flavin.  She will talk about how she became involved in the civil rights movement when she was in high school. She later went on to attend the University of California\, Berkeley in 1971.  She was very involved with both the anti-Vietnam war efforts and the civil rights movements at that time.  One of the aspects of her involvement was to work for the Black Panther Party in Oakland\, CA (where she lived while attending Berkeley). \nShe will give a bit of history of the Panther movement and its residual effects on social justice.  She will also try to explain and diffuse the negative stereotypes that exist to this day about the purpose and the mission of the Black Panther political party. \nQuestions\, call Kate Rose at 319.651.7326. \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/the-black-panthers/
LOCATION:IA
CATEGORIES:Library,Politics,Public Welcome,Speaker
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191116T193000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191116T193000
DTSTAMP:20191105T181346Z
CREATED:20191029T160650Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191105T181346Z
UID:16554-1573932600-1573932600@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Live Music - Kevin Burt – Heartland and Soul
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREIowa-based Kevin Burt’s vocals\, blues songwriting and music arrangements are absolutely amazing – extremely powerful\, rich\, warm\, expressive and exploding with SOUL! \n\nFor more than 25 years Kevin Burt has been electrifying audiences throughout the Midwest dispelling the myth that true blues has no roots in Iowa. His soul-inspired presentation is unique which consistently get him compared to a range of artists like Bill Withers and Aaron Neville\, with the ability to build an audience rapport that has been compared to B.B. King. \n\n\nKevin is a self-taught musician (vocals\, harmonica\, and guitar) whose smooth\, warm vocal presentation sets a mood of relaxed exhilaration\, with a welcome mixture of serious music and infectious humor audiences of all ages seem to enjoy. His voice and presence are powerful. His unique delivery ranges from the sweetest\, fullest\, juiciest come-on to the most playful growl. \n\nHe is a 2018 International Blues Challenge Winner in 3 categories:  1st place Solo/Duo\, best Solo/Duo guitarist\, & best Harmonica Player award.  Recently also a 2019 Blues Music Award Nominee for Debut Album.  This Waterloo and Mount Pleasant kid’s head is not turned\, however\, and he’s a deep and wide supporter of Iowa music\, musicians\, and music education. \n \nKevin’s talent\, character (and luck\, he would tell you) have taken him to the top of the industry. His new Heartland and Soul album was recorded with the nationally known top sidemen. D’Mar Martin on drums\, Jon Otis (Johnny Otis’ son!) on percussion\, and the bassist to the stars\, Jerry Jemmott! Grammy award winning Jemmott is a true living legend\, playing on so many timeless soul\, blues\, & jazz classics\, from B.B. King’s “Thrill Is Gone” to Gil Scott Heron’s “The Revolution Will Not Be Televised” to Aretha Franklin’s “Think”. \nKevin is also recognized as one of the Midwest’s top blues heritage educators. Governor Chet Culver gave this honor to him in February ‘09. Kevin is a registered artist\, and artist educator with the state of Iowa Arts Council. He has also written and published a classroom harmonica method book called “Just Play It: an introduction to blues harmonica.” His approach is simple: education through entertainment. His program has been going strong since 1994. Kevin continues this work as well as his community work with children and the arts. \nKevin performs between 325 and 400 shows a year\, and he holds nothing back night after night and audiences love that – and they return again and again for more! \nBurt is a serious songwriter who knows how to craft music to fit his personality\, and no one delivers this brand of music better than he does. After listening to Heartland and Soul\, one should have no problem seeing why he took all the top honors at the blues competition – this guy is a real winner. –  Living Blues \nIn this day and age where celebrity status is often conveyed on people with little discernible skills or talent\, it is refreshing when the spotlight finally lands on someone who has worked hard\, paid their dues\, and actually deserves recognition for their talent. Such is the case with Kevin “B.F.” Burt\, the singer and multi-instrumentalist who created quite a buzz on Beale St. in Memphis during the first three days of this year’s International Blues Challenge\, winning 3 awards !! – 1st place in the Slolo/Duo category\, the Cigar Box Guitar Award for best guitarist in Solo/Duo category\, and the Lee Oskar Award for best harmonica player!” – Mark Thompson\, BLUES BLAST MAGAZINE \n\nTickets\n$20 Gen. Admission/$50 VIP Seating/Student $5. Door or via the web – https://kevinburt.bpt.me \nQuestions:  Call  Nancy Emrich Freeman\, 518-576-9513 \n\nKevin Burt’s Website\nhttp://kevinburtmusic.com/index.html\nFor further information\, high-res photographs\, interview arrangements\, contact Nicole Brown Burt Via Facebook; or Nancy Emrich Freeman by text or phone\, 518-576-9513. \n\nLilFest Music Series at the Uptown Theatre\nThe LilFest Series brings world quality performances to intimate concert settings which are best for both the audience and the performer. Kevin Burt follows in the footsteps of performers like Freebo\, Ellis Paul\, Tim Grimm\, Phil Heywood\, Radoslav Lorković\, Claudia Nygaard\, Chuck Mitchell\, Dave Moore\, and Suzie Vinnick. \nLilFest brings extraordinary music into an intimate setting\, with an opportunity to meet the musicians\, hear a great performance\, listen\, laugh\, have a memorably musical evening. \nRe-use or buy an Uptown Theatre sippy Cup ($5) from the Uptown Theatre\, fill it with your beverage of choice\, and stroll right in. \n**  Audience members are invited to reserve an early dinner before the concert at the Palisades Café\, mention LilFest\, and receive the evening’s LilFest special.  ** \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/live-music-kevin-bf-burt-heartland-and-soul/
LOCATION:The Uptown Theatre\, First Street Community Center\, The Uptown Theatre\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Public Welcome,Uptown Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="LilFest - Nancy Emrich Freeman":MAILTO:info@LilFest.com
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191130T090000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191130T160000
DTSTAMP:20191125T001159Z
CREATED:20191125T001159Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191125T001159Z
UID:17145-1575104400-1575129600@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Shop Small - Home Business Expo
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREMore info to come \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/shop-small-home-business-expo/
LOCATION:The Gymnasium\, First Street Community Center\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Gymnasium,Public Welcome
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20191206T183000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20191206T183000
DTSTAMP:20191204T201134Z
CREATED:20191124T164012Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20191204T201134Z
UID:17050-1575657000-1575657000@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Drag Race to the Polls
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREHosted by Cornell College’s [alliance] – Drag Race to the Polls is a student run and performed drag extravaganza.  Please join us for a night of voter registration\, drag\, fundraising\, and more! \nSuggested donation of $5 for admission\, all proceeds go to the Willis Dady Homeless Services. \nThe Iowa Caucus is right around the corner and we’re shaking things up. The evening will include voter registration\, games\, trivia\, information about caucusing\, speakers from Cornell and Willis Dady Homeless Services\, drag king and queen performances\, and more! \nAll are welcome\, come drop it like it’s hot with [alliance]\, or sit in a chair and enjoy the show! \nThe show starts at 6:30 pm at the Uptown Theater. Seating is general admission and the house opens at 6:00 pm. \n\nAbout Cornell College [alliance]\nCornell College [alliance] is dedicated to education\, service and activism within and in support of the LGBTQIA+ community.  We proudly provide support for the LGBTQIA+ community on campus and in neighboring communities. \nAdditionally\, we provide education to the Cornell community at large through workshops\, music performances\, discussions\, dances\, documentaries and other events. We exist to advocate for and work within the demands of the community we serve. \n\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Cornell College [alliance] members attending World Pride\n				\n			\n				\n			\n				\n				Cornell College [alliance] members attending World Pride\n				\n		\n\nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/drag-race-to-the-polls/
LOCATION:The Uptown Theatre\, First Street Community Center\, The Uptown Theatre\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Cornell College,Fundraiser,Politics,Public Welcome,Uptown Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="Cornell College [alliance]":MAILTO:alliance@cornellcollege.edu
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200109T143000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200109T163000
DTSTAMP:20200107T192817Z
CREATED:20200107T192343Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200107T192817Z
UID:17673-1578580200-1578587400@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Cory Booker for President - Meet and Greet with Cory
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREWe are pleased to announce that this Thursday\, January 9th at 2:30 PM – 4:30 PM U.S. Senator and Democratic candidate for president Cory Booker will be available to discuss his vision for Iowa and the rest of the country as he campaigns for the 2020 Democratic nomination. \nThe meet and greet will be held in the Library at the First Street Community Center. \nFrom the Cory for Iowa Facebook page: \nIn America\, our spirit is being tested by those who want to tear us apart. We have a choice to make: break into factions or rise in common purpose.  Join our campaign\, and we will rise together:  corybooker.com/join. \nJoin Cory Booker in Mount Vernon where he’ll share his vision to empower Iowa by expanding opportunity and justice in every community. Doors open at 2:00. \nFollow Cory as he travels from river to river reminding Iowans that together\, we will rise.  #IowaRise \n  \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/cory-booker-for-president-meet-and-greet-with-cory/
LOCATION:The Library\, First Street Community Center\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Politics,Public Welcome,Speaker
ATTACH;FMTTYPE=image/jpeg:https://firststreetcc.com/wp-content/uploads/2020/01/Cory-Booker-campaign-photo.jpg
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200201T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200201T180000
DTSTAMP:20200128T185414Z
CREATED:20200128T184731Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200128T185414Z
UID:17842-1580580000-1580580000@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Live Music -  Gabe and Richard Baillargeon
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHARESaturday\, February 1st @ 6pm\, the First Street Community Center’s Uptown Theatre will be hosting Gabe and Richard Baillargeon in a rare father and son duo performance with many special guest performers.  Be a part of the audience for this landmark\, informal\, recorded concert! \nIowa-based Richard Baillargeon has entertained Iowa since the earliest days of the Waubeek Trackers Band. That would be 1979. The Waubeek Trackers opened for acts including Leon Redbone\, Joan Armitrading\, Bob Gibson\, Jim Post and were underwritten for concerts around Iowa by the Iowa Arts Council Performing Artists grants for two years. \nRichard’s son Gabe Baillargeon has played since childhood where family music was a daily habit. His talent was delivered directly through the gene pool\, enhanced by his natural enthusiasm and warm humor. Gabe was a fixture at the Stone City General Store Sundays before he moved. Gabe now lives in Boulder\, CO. \nBoth Richard and Gabe Baillargeon have been bringing Eastern Iowa the music of many others as “soundmen” on the circuit in the Midwest. Another talent they share! \nThe father/son duo will share the stage with a wide variety of their musician friends\, starting with Waubeek Trackers members and including other talented friends. \nWHEN:  Saturday\, February 1st @6pm\, doors open at 5:15pm \nCOST:  Free will offering \nWEBSITE:  Gabe Baillargeon’s Facebook page \nQUESTIONS:  Contact Gabe Baillargeon\, kyotemoonaudio@gmail.com\, or call 763-339-2776. \n\nThe LilFest Series brings world quality performances to intimate concert settings\, which are best for both the audience and the performer. The Baillargeons follow in the footsteps of performers like Freebo\, Ellis Paul\, Tim Grimm\, Phil Heywood\, Radoslav Lorković\, Claudia Nygaard\, Chad Elliott\, Chuck Mitchell\, Dave Moore\, and Suzie Vinnick. \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/live-music-gabe-and-richard-baillargeon/
LOCATION:The Uptown Theatre\, First Street Community Center\, The Uptown Theatre\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Live Music,Public Welcome,Uptown Theatre
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ORGANIZER;CN="LilFest - Nancy Emrich Freeman":MAILTO:info@LilFest.com
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200405T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200405T130000
DTSTAMP:20200319T222906Z
CREATED:20191222T215442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200319T222906Z
UID:17456-1586091600-1586091600@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Canceled - Other Sessions Remain Scheduled - IDEA Sangha
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREDue to the health concerns regarding public gatherings this particular IDEA Sangha session has been canceled.  At this time we are still planning on holding our other sessions.  Be safe\, be well\, we look forward to seeing you after this passes. \n\nInner Dimensional Engineering Agreement Sangha (IDEA Sangha)\nWe are a product of Evolution\, a very slow process. Once evolved as Humans we progressed very rapidly through inventions which gave us a succession of ever improved tools for easier and yet easier living. All these inventions dealt with things around us. However\, the evolutionary process being very\, very slow our physiology and psychology have not kept up to deal with the consequences of what we have created. For example\, various chemicals while most of them made our life easier also prove to be dangerous to health and environment. This has a compounding effect into the future affecting us and our children and so on. \nThis situation calls for our turning inwards to change our attitude to do what need to be done in directing Human evolution from now on for our survival. This is being Mindful. \nTherefore\, I have created a forum\, Inner Dimensional Engineering Agreement Sangha (IDEA Sangha) for like minded people to discuss what attitudinal changes we are to adopt. \nWe will meet on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month at 1PM\, in the Library. \nAll are welcome. \nPlease address any questions to jpattur@gmail.com \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/idea-sangha-2020-04-05/
LOCATION:The Library\, First Street Community Center\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Public Welcome
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200413T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200413T180000
DTSTAMP:20200324T161050Z
CREATED:20191222T214839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200324T161050Z
UID:17403-1586800800-1586800800@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Canceled - IDEA - Intelligent Discussion and Expression Association
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREDue to the health concerns regarding public gatherings this particular class session has been canceled.  At this time we are still planning on holding our other sessions. \n\nIntelligent Discussion and Expression Association (IDEA)\nI moved to Mount Vernon from Hawaii and am enjoying living in such close-knit community. I want to be involved and engage other community members toward a common understanding in these contentious times. \nWe all have lots of pent-up thoughts going nowhere and wasted. I have started a discussion forum\, Intelligent Discussion and Expression Association (IDEA)\, for open dialogue on broad subjects — such as\, “why we do things the way we do without a second thought?” — where people are free to express their innermost thoughts in a friendly surrounding and get response. \nWe meet on 2nd Mondays of each month at 6PM\, in the Focus Room. \nPlease address any questions to jpattur@gmail.com \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/idea-intelligent-discussion-and-expression-association-2020-04-13/
LOCATION:The Focus Room\, First Street Community Center\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Focus Room,Public Welcome
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200419T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200419T130000
DTSTAMP:20200401T194847Z
CREATED:20191222T215442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200401T194847Z
UID:17457-1587301200-1587301200@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Canceled - IDEA Sangha
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREDue to the health concerns regarding public gatherings this particular session has been canceled.  At this time we are still planning on holding our other sessions.\n\nInner Dimensional Engineering Agreement Sangha (IDEA Sangha)\nWe are a product of Evolution\, a very slow process. Once evolved as Humans we progressed very rapidly through inventions which gave us a succession of ever improved tools for easier and yet easier living. All these inventions dealt with things around us. However\, the evolutionary process being very\, very slow our physiology and psychology have not kept up to deal with the consequences of what we have created. For example\, various chemicals while most of them made our life easier also prove to be dangerous to health and environment. This has a compounding effect into the future affecting us and our children and so on. \nThis situation calls for our turning inwards to change our attitude to do what need to be done in directing Human evolution from now on for our survival. This is being Mindful. \nTherefore\, I have created a forum\, Inner Dimensional Engineering Agreement Sangha (IDEA Sangha) for like minded people to discuss what attitudinal changes we are to adopt. \nWe will meet on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month at 1PM\, in the Library. \nAll are welcome. \nPlease address any questions to jpattur@gmail.com \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/idea-sangha-2020-04-19/
LOCATION:The Library\, First Street Community Center\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Public Welcome
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BEGIN:VEVENT
DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200421T161500
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200421T173000
DTSTAMP:20200401T195121Z
CREATED:20180613T153014Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200401T195121Z
UID:12351-1587485700-1587490200@firststreetcc.com
SUMMARY:Canceled - League of Women Voters
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREDue to the health concerns regarding public gatherings this particular session has been canceled.  At this time we are still planning on holding our other sessions.\n\nThe Mount Vernon / Lisbon Unit of the Linn County League of Women Voters meets the third Tuesday of every month 4:15 – 5:30pm in the library at the First Street Community Center. \nAnyone (including men\, students\, young voters) interested in “encouraging informed and active participation in government\, working to increase understanding of major public policy issues\, and influencing public policy through education and advocacy” is welcome to attend! \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/league-of-women-voters-2020-04-21/
LOCATION:The Library\, First Street Community Center\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Politics,Public Welcome
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200503T130000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200503T130000
DTSTAMP:20200506T184806Z
CREATED:20191222T215442Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200506T184806Z
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SUMMARY:Canceled - IDEA Sangha
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREDue to the health concerns regarding public gatherings this particular session has been canceled.  At this time we are still planning on holding our other sessions.\n\nInner Dimensional Engineering Agreement Sangha (IDEA Sangha)\nWe are a product of Evolution\, a very slow process. Once evolved as Humans we progressed very rapidly through inventions which gave us a succession of ever improved tools for easier and yet easier living. All these inventions dealt with things around us. However\, the evolutionary process being very\, very slow our physiology and psychology have not kept up to deal with the consequences of what we have created. For example\, various chemicals while most of them made our life easier also prove to be dangerous to health and environment. This has a compounding effect into the future affecting us and our children and so on. \nThis situation calls for our turning inwards to change our attitude to do what need to be done in directing Human evolution from now on for our survival. This is being Mindful. \nTherefore\, I have created a forum\, Inner Dimensional Engineering Agreement Sangha (IDEA Sangha) for like minded people to discuss what attitudinal changes we are to adopt. \nWe will meet on the 1st and 3rd Sundays of each month at 1PM\, in the Library. \nAll are welcome. \nPlease address any questions to jpattur@gmail.com \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/idea-sangha-2020-05-03/
LOCATION:The Library\, First Street Community Center\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Library,Public Welcome
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DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20200511T180000
DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20200511T180000
DTSTAMP:20200506T190153Z
CREATED:20191222T214839Z
LAST-MODIFIED:20200506T190153Z
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SUMMARY:Cancelled - IDEA - Intelligent Discussion and Expression Association
DESCRIPTION:PLEASE SHAREDue to the health concerns regarding public gatherings this particular session has been canceled.  At this time we are still planning on holding our other sessions.\n\nIntelligent Discussion and Expression Association (IDEA)\nI moved to Mount Vernon from Hawaii and am enjoying living in such close-knit community. I want to be involved and engage other community members toward a common understanding in these contentious times. \nWe all have lots of pent-up thoughts going nowhere and wasted. I have started a discussion forum\, Intelligent Discussion and Expression Association (IDEA)\, for open dialogue on broad subjects — such as\, “why we do things the way we do without a second thought?” — where people are free to express their innermost thoughts in a friendly surrounding and get response. \nWe meet on 2nd Mondays of each month at 6PM\, in the Focus Room. \nPlease address any questions to jpattur@gmail.com \nPLEASE SHARE
URL:https://firststreetcc.com/event/idea-intelligent-discussion-and-expression-association-2020-05-11/
LOCATION:The Focus Room\, First Street Community Center\, 221 First Street NE\, Mount Vernon\, IA\, 52314\, United States
CATEGORIES:Focus Room,Public Welcome
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