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Prairie Backpack

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

Athletics

Events

  • Coe College Women’s Basketball Fundamental Skills Camp

    Location
    Coe College - Kohawk Arena
    Audience
    2nd - 8th Grade
    Cost
    $140
    RSVP
    Jun 21, 2026
    Organization
    Coe College
    Contact
    Gavin Guns
    Email
    gguns@coe.edu
    Phone
    (319) 399-8378

    Information

    Fundamental Skills Camp is designed to teach & improve upon the vital skills necessary to find success in the game of basketball. Each day there will be an emphasis on a few fundamental components of the game. Campers can expect to practice shooting, passing & catching, ball handling, rebounding, and defense. All drills are introduced and taught based upon ability and age level. The basic concepts of 5 on 5 and game strategy will also be covered. Each camper will also receive a basketball and a t-shirt.

  • Coe College Men’s Basketball Youth Summer Camps K-8th Grade

    Location
    Kohawk Arena, Coe College, 500 Coe Road
    RSVP
    Jun 15, 2026
    Organization
    Coe College Athletics
    Contact
    Mark Lowe
    Email
    mlowe@coe.edu
    Phone
    (319) 855-2006

    Information

    ur camps are designed to introduce and teach the basic fundamentals of basketball. The camps utilize a variety of innovative teaching methods, drills and games to teach these fundamentals while not losing sight of the primary purpose of camp – TO HAVE A GREAT EXPERIENCE!

  • College Community Schools K-6 Night at the Ballpark

    Location
    Veterans Memorial Stadium, 950 Rockford Road SW, Cedar Rapids, IA 52404
    Audience
    Elementary & Intermediate Schools Students and Families
    Cost
    $15 per person, Kids 3 and under are free if they sit on a parent's lap
    RSVP
    May 14, 2026
    Organization
    Cedar Rapids Kernels
    Contact
    Brady Quinn
    Email
    bquinn@kernels.com
    Phone
    (319) 896-7615

    Information

    Please join us for College Community Schools K-6 Students & Family Night at the Cedar Rapids Kernels! This fun event will take place on Friday, May 15th, where the Kernels will take on the Fort Wayne Tincaps.

  • Prairie Youth Girls Basketball Camp

    Location
    Prairie Creek Intermediate
    Audience
    Elementary, Intermediate School, Middle School
    Cost
    $75
    RSVP
    Jun 09, 2026
    Organization
    Prairie High School Girls Basketball Team
    Contact
    Bruce Dall
    Email
    bdall@crprairie.org
    Phone
    (319) 848-5350

    Information

    Have fun learning the game from the Prairie HS Girls Basketball Coaches and Players.

  • 2026 Prairie Boys Basketball Camp

    Location
    Prairie High School South Gym
    Audience
    elementary, middle school students
    Cost
    $80
    RSVP
    Jun 05, 2026
    Organization
    Prairie High School Boys Basketball Team
    Contact
    Coach Kuntz
    Email
    tkuntz@crprairie.org
    Phone
    (319) 848-5350

    Information

    Have fun learning the game from the Prairie HS Boys Basketball Coaches and Players

  • Cornell College Basketball Camps

    Location
    Cornell College Richard & Norma Small Athletic and Wellness Center (gym)
    Audience
    K-9th grade
    Organization
    Cornell College
    Contact
    Brent Brase
    Email
    bbrase@cornellcollege.edu
    Phone
    (319) 350-6689

    Information

    Boys and Girls Basketball Camps. Day Camps and Overnight Camps.

  • Prairie Creek Running Club

    Location
    Prairie High School Track
    Audience
    Intermediate Students (5-6)
    Cost
    Free
    RSVP
    Apr 26, 2026
    Organization
    Prairie Track & Field
    Contact
    Matthew Lorenz
    Email
    mattlorenz@crprairie.org
    Phone
    (319) 491-4763

    Information

    Join us for a fun opportunity to stay active, make friends, and build running skills! Prairie Cross Country and Track & Field invites any Creek student to join us on Sunday evenings in April/ May from 5:00- 6:00 pm at the Prairie High School Track. (If there is bad weather, we’ll move indoors for activities.)

  • 5K4K9

    Location
    3111 N 10th St Marion IA
    Audience
    All ages!
    Cost
    $25 for those over 18 and $15 for those participating in the kids' fun run.
    RSVP
    Apr 17, 2026
    Organization
    Marion Police Department
    Contact
    Willow Botsford
    Email
    9073@marionpolice.com
    Phone
    (319) 377-1511

    Information

    5K4K9 fun run/walk hosted by the Marion Police Department. The family-friendly community event will be held at Linn-Mar High School and include bounce houses, a kids’ fun run, and the 5K event. Be sure to stick around to see the MPD K9s and their handlers in action. Event activities start at 9 a.m.
    The cost is $25 for those over 18 and $15 for those participating in the kids’ fun run. Register via the city website at cityofmarion.org/5k4k9
    Proceeds from this event will help support the Police Department’s K9 program and the creation of a new Crisis K9 team. The Crisis K9 is specially trained to provide emotional support and comfort to individuals, families and first responders during times of crisis. From traumatic incidents to community emergencies, this resource plays an important role in supporting both residents and staff.

  • Red Shoe Run & Walk 5K

    Location
    Lower City Park, Iowa CIty
    Audience
    Families and participants of all ages
    Cost
    $20-45
    RSVP
    Apr 01, 2026
    Organization
    Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa & Western Illinois
    Contact
    Heather Younker
    Email
    hyounker@rmhc-eiwi.org
    Phone
    (319) 500-7642

    Information

    Ronald McDonald House Charities of Eastern Iowa & Western Illinois proudly presents the 42nd Annual Red Shoe Run & Walk 5K!

    This annual event raises critical funds and awareness to support our mission of keeping families close to each other—and close to the care they need—when they need it the most.

    Participants can run, walk, or join virtually, making this a truly family-friendly event open to all ages and ability levels. Strollers and leashed pets are welcome. Race begins and ends at Lower City Park in Iowa City. On-site festivities include pre-race snacks, a kids zone, and awards for top runners across multiple age groups. After the race, stick around and enjoy a FREE lunch on us!

  • MACR Sharks Swim Team — Evaluations for Spring/Summer are Underway

    Location
    Cedar Rapids Metro YMCA, Cedar Rapids, IA
    Audience
    Swimmers ages 6 and over
    Cost
    Varies by practice group
    RSVP
    Apr 06, 2026
    Organization
    Cedar Rapids Metro YMCA
    Contact
    Donald Pirrie
    Email
    iowayswimming@gmail.com
    Phone
    (319) 573-9294

    Information

    Ready to level up your swimming, make new friends, and be part of something bigger?

    The MACR Sharks Spring & Summer Swim Season is the perfect opportunity for swimmers to grow their skills, build confidence, and experience the excitement of competitive swimming in a positive, team-first environment.

    Practices are offered daily at the downtown YMCA for kids ages 6 and over. From novice swimmer to skilled competitor MACR has a practice group for your swimmer!