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Prairie Backpack

College Community School District’s “green” approach to distributing information from school sponsored activities and non-profit organizations.

Events

  • Block Kids Building Contest

    Location
    Local 125 Training Center - 5101 J St. SW Cedar Rapids 52404
    Audience
    K-6 graders
    Cost
    No cost
    RSVP
    Oct 29, 2025
    Organization
    National Association of Women in Construction
    Contact
    Denise Carnahan
    Email
    dcarnahan@tkroofing.com
    Phone
    (319) 354-3909

    Information

    Students build a construction-related project in one hour

  • FFA Market

    Location
    Prairie Agriculture Building
    Audience
    All ages 0-100
    Cost
    $0-$40
    Organization
    Cedar Rapids Prairie FFA
    Contact
    Laura Brecht
    Email
    laurabrecht@crprairie.org
    Phone
    (319) 212-1034

    Information

    The Prairie FFA Chapter is excited to host our Second Annual FFA Market along with an Ag Building Open House and fun children’s activities!
    At the Market, students will showcase and sell products from their Supervised Agricultural Experience (SAE) projects, including farm-fresh eggs, baked goods, produce, sweet treats, and more. This year, we will also be selling our pumpkins and mums, available exclusively during the event. Also, don’t miss out on the new Cow Pie High coffee, which will be available to try or buy at this year’s market.
    Families, friends, and community members are invited to tour our Ag Building, meet our students, and see the hands-on learning happening in our program.
    📍 Prairie Ag Building
    🗓 Saturday, September 27th
    ⏰ 9:00 AM – 11:00 AM
    We look forward to seeing you there to support our students and celebrate agriculture at Prairie!

  • Prairie High School Youth Football Cheer Clinic

    Location
    September 30th 3:45-6 pm - Prairie Hill & Prairie Ridge October 1st 3:45- 6 pm - Prairie Crest, Prairie Heights & Prairie View
    Audience
    Elementary Learners
    Cost
    $50
    RSVP
    Sep 26, 2025
    Organization
    Prairie High School Cheer
    Contact
    Samantha Norton
    Email
    snorton@crprairie.org
    Phone
    (319) 848-5350

    Information

    **Clinic dates:
    September 30th 3:45-6 pm – Prairie Hill & Prairie Ridge
    October 1st 3:45- 6 pm – Prairie Crest, Prairie Heights & Prairie View

    **Performance: Friday, October 3rd at the Prairie High School football game.**
    **Cost: $50 per youth cheerleader.**
    (registration includes: t-shirt, poms, tattoo, snack, and youth cheerleader’s
    admission to the game)

    Youth cheerleaders will meet the high school cheerleaders in their school’s gym after school and then head to the grassy area outside. After receiving their t-shirts, participants will be split by age and get individual attention learning what it means to be a Prairie Cheerleader, Youth cheerleaders will learn cheers, jumps, how to spirit, and get to participate in some basic stunting. This has become a favorite event for our Prairie Cheer Squads, We can’t wait to meet your cheerleader! Go Hawks!! #weareprairie

  • Girl Scouts Smore’s Recruitment Event

    Location
    Morgan Creek Park - By the New Playground
    Audience
    Elementary, Middle, and High School
    Cost
    Free
    RSVP
    Sep 23, 2025
    Organization
    Girl Scouts of Eastern Iowa and Western IL
    Contact
    Carley McMains
    Email
    CarleyM@girlscoutstoday.org
    Phone
    (563) 296-7001

    Information

    Learn S’more About Girl Scouts!

    Morgan Creek Park
    Tuesday, September 23rd at 5:30pm – 6:30pm
    Join us at your local park for delicious s’mores, a fun Caterpillar craft,  and a chance to discover all the exciting adventures Girl Scouts has to offer!

  • Farm 5K For A Cure

    Location
    Bass Farms, Mount Vernon
    Audience
    students and families
    Cost
    10
    RSVP
    Sep 20, 2025
    Organization
    American Cancer Society
    Contact
    Haley Huntington
    Email
    haley.huntington@cancer.org
    Phone
    (319) 248-0047

    Information

    Join a new timed 5K race at Bass Farms as we run along the crops to fundraise for the American Cancer Society! Time tracking will be provided by Fitness Sports. In-person check-in will be open at 7:30 am on September 20th at Bass Farms near the admission booth. Students are able to volunteer, please check our website for details.

  • Prairie Hawks Baseball 12U team looking for players!

    Cost
    $400 for club dues
    Organization
    Prairie Hawks Baseball Club
    Contact
    Emily McWorthy
    Email
    prairiehawksbaseballclub@gmail.com
    Phone
    (000) 000-0000

    Information

    Prairie Hawks Baseball Club is looking for 12U players to join our club team! Must not turn 13 before May 1, 2026. No tryout needed.

  • Project SAFE CRCA 7th Annual Fundraiser

    Location
    El Kahir Shrine 905 Tower Terrace Road, Hiawatha, IA 52233
    Audience
    All
    Cost
    Free
    Organization
    Project SAFE CRCA
    Contact
    Mike Farr
    Email
    mgfarr@yahoo.com
    Phone
    (319) 721-9812

    Information

    Join us for our 7th Annual Fundraiser on Sunday, September 14, 2025, from 11:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the El Kahir Shrine in Hiawatha, IA. This family-friendly event will feature live music, activities, raffles, auctions, and more—all in support of reducing stigma around depression and advancing mental health awareness.

  • Youth in Aviation Day at CID

    Location
    9430 Shepard Ct. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
    Audience
    All Ages
    Cost
    Free
    RSVP
    Sep 20, 2025
    Organization
    Eastern Iowa Airport • CID
    Contact
    Rob Miller
    Email
    r.miller@flycid.com
    Phone
    (319) 573-0249

    Information

    This FREE open house event will include several aviation-related activities, an open house, and a static aircraft display. Yes, it is called Youth in Aviation Day, but if you love aviation, there will be something to see and do for all ages.
    Confirmed partners include:
    Kirkwood CC • EAA Chapter 33 • Coe College • Iowa 99s • Nasa (Iowa State University) • Collins Aerospace • Signature Aviation • General Aviation Aircraft • Chinook & Lifeguard Helicopters • Eastern Iowa Women in Aviation

  • PHS Family Sweetheart Dance

    Location
    Prairie Point
    Audience
    Pre-K - 8th Grade
    Cost
    $55
    RSVP
    Sep 28, 2025
    Organization
    Prairie High School Poms
    Contact
    Sarah Auman
    Email
    prairiepoms@crprairie.org
    Phone
    (319) 551-4089

    Information

    Join us for the PHS Family Sweetheart Dance (FORMERLY DADDY DAUGHTER DANCE)
    Mothers, Sons, Dads and Daughters – join us for a formal night to remember! Registration closes September 28th.
    $55 per couple
    $15 per additional student

    Games
    Dinner
    Desserts
    Dancing
    Basket Auction and MORE!

  • Johnson County 4-H Pancake Breakfast

    Location
    Johnson County Fairgrounds, Iowa City
    Audience
    Youth of all ages and their family members
    Cost
    Free will donation
    Organization
    Johnson County Extension and Outreach
    Contact
    Claire Svenby
    Email
    cmsvenby@iastate.edu
    Phone
    (319) 337-2145

    Information

    The 23rd Annual Johnson County 4-H Pancake Breakfast is set for Sunday, September 28th, from 8 a.m. to noon in Building C on the Johnson County Fairgrounds.

    Guests will be treated to a warm breakfast of pancakes, eggs, sausage, and more while connecting with friends, neighbors, and local supporters. In addition to the meal, attendees can participate in a silent auction featuring themed baskets and donated items from generous businesses and community members.

    The event is a free-will donation. Proceeds directly benefit the Johnson County 4-H program, helping cover enrollment fees, support hands-on learning opportunities, and fund events for more than 500 youth and volunteers across the county.