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Prairie Backpack

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Activities

Events

  • Summer Teen Programming at the Ely Public Library

    Location
    Ely Public Library 1595 Dows St, Ely, IA 52227
    Audience
    13-18 year olds
    Cost
    Free
    Organization
    Ely Public Library
    Contact
    Emily Collins-Bronson
    Email
    emily@elyiowa.com
    Phone
    (319) 848-7616

    Information

    The Ely Public Library’s summer teen programming offers a diverse range of activities throughout June and July, largely focusing on digital skills, creative expression, and social awareness. Kicking off on June 4th, teens can learn to create meaningful content on TikTok, followed by Podcast Productions on June 11th to grasp the basics of audio storytelling. June 18th brings Digital Zine Creation, allowing teens to express themselves through text and visuals, while June 25th is dedicated to Citizen Journalism, where participants will develop short news pieces on local topics. Moving into July, the AI Art Workshop on July 2nd explores artificial intelligence in art with ethical considerations, and on July 9th, Gaming for Food will challenge teens to design games addressing social issues. July 16th offers Augmented Reality Storytelling, where teens can create AR experiences to uncover local history. A critical discussion on The Anxious Generation: Teens & Tech Wellness is scheduled for July 23rd, focusing on the impact of technology on mental health, before concluding the summer with an End of Summer Celebration Pizza Party on July 30th.

  • 2025 Community STEM Day

    Location
    Collins Aerospace
    Audience
    All Students K-12
    Cost
    Free for the event, but food is available for purchase
    RSVP
    Jul 17, 2025
    Organization
    SE STEM Council and Collins Aerospace
    Contact
    Jessica Ray
    Email
    jesi.ray@collins.com
    Phone

    Information

    I wanted to let you know of an exciting STEM Day opportunity that is happening here in our community. This is the third annual Community STEM Day. We enjoyed all the response last year and hope for an even more participation this year. This event being hosted by SE Iowa STEM Council and will take place on Thursday July 17th from 9:00 AM until 2:00 PM it will be located at the Collins Aerospace campus. This event is STEM themed and will be geared towards kindergarteners through 12th graders. We will have market style booths set up outside with fun and engaging activities for students of all ages. We will have workshops such as robots, prostatic hands, drones, light-up cards, and lab tours available (these will require pre-registration, it will open the first week of June) please see the attached flyer for distribution. We will also have a large variety of Food Trucks, they will be serving breakfast, lunch, and snack foods for you to purchase. We hope to see you for this great event full of STEM learning fun.
    For more information you can check : https://se.iowastem.org/stem-festivals
    Here is a link to a news article on previous events : https://cbs2iowa.com/news/local/first-community-stem-day-in-cedar-rapids-offered-wide-variety-for-activities-to-kids

  • Bluey Day at the Kernels!

    Location
    950 Rockford Rd SW Cedar Rapids
    Audience
    Kids Ages 1 to 9
    Cost
    $15, game ticket not included
    Organization
    Cedar Rapids Kernels
    Contact
    Cedar Rapids Kernels
    Email
    jdenten@kernels.com
    Phone
    (319) 896-7603

    Information

    Come see Bluey at the Kernels game! $15 Meet and Greet ticket. Parents must purchase a ticket as well. Package includes photo with Bluey, a sheet of stickers and a Cupcake. Game ticket not included.

  • Coe College Women’s Basketball Competition Camp

    Location
    Kohawk Arena - Coe College
    Audience
    Grades 2nd-8th (Fall 2025)
    Cost
    $180
    RSVP
    Jul 06, 2025
    Organization
    Coe College Women's Basketball
    Contact
    Kayla Waskow
    Email
    kwaskow@coe.edu
    Phone
    (319) 399-8500

    Information

    Competition Camp is one of the most entertaining camps at Coe College. This camp is designed to offer various competitions to improve the overall skill and speed of play of each camper. Campers are divided based upon age and skill level to compete. Competitions and contests vary but work on a variety of skills. Campers will spend time on skill development sessions before each competition. You will love this camp!

    July 7th – July 9th
    2nd-8th | 9:00am – 12:00pm

  • Coe College Women’s Basketball Shooting Camp

    Location
    Kohawk Arena - Coe College
    Audience
    Grades 2nd-8th (Fall 2025)
    Cost
    $60
    RSVP
    Jun 18, 2025
    Organization
    Coe College Women's Basketball
    Contact
    Kayla Waskow
    Email
    kwaskow@coe.edu
    Phone
    (319) 399-8500

    Information

    Shooting Camp is focused on the fundamental development and mastery of shooting techniques, form and mechanics necessary to become a more successful shooter. Campers will also learn the fundamental differences of shooting off the dribble, off the catch, and on the move. In this one day camp, each participant can expect to take approximately 500 game speed shots and learn several new drills to take home with them. Each camper will receive a t-shirt.

    June 19th
    Grades 2nd-8th | 9:00am – 12:00pm

  • Coe College Women’s Basketball Fundamental Skills Camp

    Location
    Kohawk Arena - Coe College
    Audience
    Grades K - 8th (Fall 2025)
    Cost
    $125
    RSVP
    Jun 15, 2025
    Organization
    Coe College Women's Basketball
    Contact
    Kayla Waskow
    Email
    kwaskow@coe.edu
    Phone
    (319) 399-8500

    Information

    This camp focuses on all aspects of the game by emphasizing fundamental work on both offense and defense. Open to any and all girls in grades K – 8th (Fall 2025). Campers will be divided according to age and compete within age groups. Each camper will receive a basketball and a t-shirt.

    June 16th – June 18th
    K – 4th | 8:15am – 10:15am
    5th – 8th | 10:30am – 12:30pm

  • Prairie Hawks Preschool Registration!

    Organization
    ECC
    Contact
    Jenna Langhurst
    Email
    jennalanghurst@crprairie.org
    Phone
    (319) 848-5296

    Information

    Prairie Hawks Preschool Registration is OPEN, Experience based learning environments are coming fall of 2025!!

  • BOGO Thursday Ice Skating Special

    Location
    ImOn Ice Arena
    Audience
    All ages are welcome
    Cost
    $7
    Organization
    ImOn Ice Arena
    Contact
    Tonya Frost
    Email
    T.Frost@creventslive.com
    Phone
    (319) 398-0100

    Information

    ImOn Ice Arena invites you to enjoy a night of ice skating! From 6:30-8:30 PM every Thursday from March 27th through May 22nd, every admission purchase comes with a second admission free of charge!

    *Skate rental is not included with this promotion*

    *Rental skates are first-come first-serve*

  • Hockey Camp

    Location
    ImOn Ice Arena
    Audience
    All ages are welcome
    Cost
    $225 per person per week
    Organization
    ImOn Ice Arena
    Contact
    Dina Kurtovic
    Email
    D.Kurtovic@creventslive.com
    Phone
    (319) 370-6201

    Information

    The ImOn Ice Arena is hosting a summer Hockey Camp! This five day camp allows children of all ages and experience levels to learn how to play or improve their existing skills. There are two sessions from 6/16 to 6/20 and from 6/23 to 6/27 starting at 9:00 AM and ending at 12:00 PM.

  • Summer Skate Camp

    Location
    ImOn Ice Arena
    Audience
    All ages are welcome
    Cost
    $225 per person per week
    Organization
    ImOn Ice Arena
    Contact
    Dina Kurtovic
    Email
    D.Kurtovic@creventslive.com
    Phone
    (319) 730-6201

    Information

    ImOn Ice Arena is hosting a Summer Skate Camp for children of all ages to learn how to skate and improve their existing skating skills, with no prior experience required. There are three sessions, with each one being Monday through Friday from 9:00 AM to 12:00 AM. The session dates are 7/14 to 7/18, 7/21 to 7/25, and 7/28 to 8/1.