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Prairie Backpack

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

All Ages

Events

  • 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*

  • Prairie Youth Basketball Rec League Registrationn

    Location
    Practices are located at one of Prairie's Elementary Buildings and/or Creek. Games are located at Prairie Creek.
    Audience
    Boys & Girls Grades 1st-6th
    Cost
    $65/player
    RSVP
    Nov 02, 2025
    Organization
    PYBA - Prairie Youth Basketball Association
    Contact
    Jay Sheffner
    Email
    prairiebasketball2021@gmail.com
    Phone
    (000) 000-0000

    Information

    PYBA offers this program to give young athletes the chance to learn, grow, and have fun on the basketball court. Whether your child is picking up a basketball for the first time or already loves to play, they’ll enjoy developing their skills in a positive, supportive environment filled with friendly competition!

  • 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

  • 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

  • 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!