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Prairie Backpack

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

Middle School

Events

  • Hammerin Hawks Kickoff Clinic/Registration UPDATED LOCATION FOR FREE CLINIC

    Location
    9TH GRADE CENTER
    Cost
    FREE
    Organization
    HAMMERIN HAWKS WRESTLING CLUB
    Contact
    RICH CROTTY
    Email
    hammerinhawkswrestlingclub@gmail.com
    Phone
    (402) 660-2606

    Information

    KICKOFF CLINIC WILL BE HELD IN THE 9TH GRADE CENTER

    Free Wrestling Clinic (for ALL kids, returning and prospective new members)
    Friday, October 10th 5:30-7:00 PM at the Prairie 9th Grade Center
    No registration needed

    Parent Meeting (for parents of ALL members, returning and new)
    Tuesday, October 14th 6:30 PM at Prairie High School in the Commons Area (Main Entry)

  • Spooky Skate at the ImOn Ice Arena

    Location
    1100 Rockford Rd SW, Cedar Rapids IA, 52404
    Audience
    All ages
    Cost
    $15
    Organization
    ImOn Ice Arena
    Contact
    Tonya Frost
    Email
    T.Frost@creventslive.com
    Phone
    (319) 398-0100

    Information

    ImOn Ice is inviting you for some spooky skating fun! On Saturday, October 25th, from 1:30-4:30 PM, patrons can bring their best costumes for some spooky skating, creepy crafts, and tricky treats! Admission is $15 per person (skate rental included). *Skate rental is first-come, first-serve*

  • 80’s Glow Skate at the ImOn Ice Arena

    Location
    1100 Rockford Rd SW, Cedar Rapids IA, 52404
    Cost
    $15
    Organization
    ImOn Ice Arena
    Contact
    Tonya Frost
    Email
    T.Frost@creventslive.com
    Phone
    (319) 398-0100

    Information

    ImOn Ice is inviting you for an evening of 80’s fun! From 6:30-8:30 PM on Friday, October 10th, patrons can enjoy free glow sticks, 80’s nostalgia, and a live DJ while they skate. The event is $15 per skater (admission with rental included). *Skates are first-come, first-serve*

  • Wrestling Kick-Off Clinic

    Location
    Prairie 9th Grade Center
    Cost
    FREE
    Organization
    Hammerin Hawks Wrestling Club
    Contact
    Rich Crotty
    Email
    hammerinhawkswrestlingclub@gmail.com
    Phone
    (402) 660-2606

    Information

    This is a FREE event for all students Prek – 8th grade and a great opportunity to get on the mat!

  • Write Now Contest – Hawkeye Haiku

    Location
    Virtual
    Audience
    3rd-12th grade
    Organization
    University of Iowa Center for Advancement
    Contact
    Sasha Aronson
    Email
    sasha.aronson@foriowa.org
    Phone
    (319) 467-3449

    Information

    Join the University of Iowa Alumni and Friends Hawkeye Haiku Contest—free to enter and open to Grades 3–12! This year’s theme celebrates the Iowa Memorial Union’s 100th anniversary. Write your own 5–7–5 haiku and share your creativity!

  • Spaghetti Benefit Supper For Mary Shramek

    Location
    Swisher American Legion
    Audience
    all
    Cost
    $12.00 for adults $8.00 for Children
    Organization
    Family and Friends
    Contact
    Cherie Vulysteke
    Email
    chrcbenn911@aol.com
    Phone
    (319) 440-7069

    Information

    Join Mary in the fight Against Breast Cancer

  • 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!

  • 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.