Below, check out top events happening in the next few days. Use buttons for more extensive regional and themed calendars, and to look farther ahead.
Coming Up in Iowa
Grounded in Hope: Re-energizing Ourselves For Social Outreach and Justice with Susie Tierney • Dubuque Apr 5, 9:00 am.
Get re-energized among the divisiveness . "Together we will 'dwell in possibility' (Emily Dickinson) and draw from a deep well of hope." Experience prayer and silent reflection, sharing and more, led by Des Moines' Susie Tierney, Development Director of the Iowa Migrant Movement for Justice (Iowa MMJ) and is a Lay Associate of the Sisters of St. Francis in Dubuque. Registration is $60 and includes lunch; sign up here."Not Just February" Dollar Days • Cedar Rapids Apr 5, 10:00 am.
Explore all that the African American Museum of Iowa has to offer, with free admission on the first Saturday of every month.
Beyond the Pages Book Club • Dubuque Apr 5, 11:00 am.
Join Claudette Carter-Thomas for a monthly look at books through the eyes of adult women. Inquire at 563-582-3681 or cct625@gmail.com.
Workout Meetups • Marshalltown Apr 9, 5:00 pm.
Gather with Marshalltown LGBTQ+ for weekly walks.
Workout Meetups • Marshalltown Apr 16, 5:00 pm.
Gather with Marshalltown LGBTQ+ for weekly walks.
Breaking Bread • Iowa City Apr 16, 5:15 pm.
Gather with Lensing Funeral & Cremation for conversations, companionship, community and food, while discussing grief and loss. RSVP requested: reach Mandi at (319) 338-8171 or mandi@lensingfuneral.com.
History on Tap • Davenport Apr 17, 6:00 pm.
Promising "a more engaging and refreshing approach to learning," this monthly series features speakers on topics ranging from "ancient civiliations" to "modern innovations," paired with your favorite cold brew of beverage. All on the scenic Lardner Balcony. Cash bar with snacks.
Coming Up in Illinois
Comedy Open Mic • Rock Island Apr 9, 7:00 pm.
Try your hand at stand-up comedy, and enjoy Quad City comedians James Draper, Kassandra Johnson, and Chris Starman, at this adults-only, BYOB event. Admission is $5.
Mugs & Musings • East Peoria Apr 10, 10:00 am.
Gather to talk, think and connect, with membership coordinator Regina Stanley.
LIAM Foundation Open House • Rockford Apr 11, 6:00 pm.
LGBTQ+ adults are welcome to gather at Rockford's LGBTQ+ center every second Friday.
Community Board Game Afternoon • Decatur Apr 12, 1:00 pm.
All levels of players are welcome to enjoy new and classic board games.
Comedy Open Mic • Rock Island Apr 16, 7:00 pm.
Try your hand at stand-up comedy, and enjoy Quad City comedians James Draper, Kassandra Johnson, and Chris Starman, at this adults-only, BYOB event. Admission is $5.
Mugs & Musings • East Peoria Apr 17, 10:00 am.
Gather to talk, think and connect, with membership coordinator Regina Stanley.