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Kirkwood Adds to Campus Tree Population
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Posted 1 May 2009
The threat of impending rain didn't dampen the spirits for a crew of dignitaries, faculty and students at Kirkwood Community College. May 6 was a day of digging and planting as the college accepted 42 trees on the Cedar Rapids main campus.

The May planting was the latest in a long series of greening efforts on the past of Trees Forever and Alliant Energy, joiningwith Kirkwood in the periodic "We Dig Your District" installations. Over the past two decades, hundreds of trees have been planted, some now providing substantial shade and wildlife protection across the 680 acres of rolling hillsides, parking lots and campus buildings.

The light-hearted, productive event was tempered with a bittersweet anniversary. Kirkwood President Mick Starcevich recalled the loss of long-time Parks & Natural Resources Professor Steve Atherton during his remarks.

"As we look across this beautiful campus, we remember that we lost Steve a year ago today. He would have loved to be here. This was really his element, adding natural beauty and worth to Kirkwood with trees like these. We miss him and dedicate this work to his memory today," Starcevich said.

Atherton's colleagues noted a spot near the new Kirkwood Horticulture and Floral Careers building, where a memorial area and tree planting will continue to commemorate the late professor's work in Iowa.

The latest tree installation underscores another attribute of the Kirkwood Cedar Rapids campus.

"Seeing these trees reminds us at Kirkwood that every native species of tree in Iowa is found on our campus today. This partnership with Alliant and Trees Forever is a big reason why we can say that," Starcevich added.

Good Seats Remain for
Gretchen Wilson and .38 Special
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Posted 16 April 2009
Good seats remian for this summer's Delaware County Fair Concert Events.

Gretchen Wilson will appear Thursday, July 16 and .38 Special will perform Friday July 17.  Both shows are slated to begin at 8:30 PM.

VIP tickets remain for .38 Special inlcuding reserved seating and all you care to eat and drink.

For more information, contact the Delaware County Fair at 563.927.6449


Anamosa Chamber Announces
Pack the Park Lineup
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Posted 10 April 2009
The Anamosa Chamber of Commerce is hosting a new event this summer, Pack the Park.  The event will be held from 5:00PM - 8:00PM the third Friday of the month from June to September.

Pack the Park will be held at Chamber Park, between The National Motorcycle Museum and REC.

The PACK the PARK Committee is offering food and game space for business leaders who would like to join in our celebration and make some money for your business or organization over the warmer months.
Contact the Anamosa Chamber of Commerce for more details

The Lineup

June 19th
Bad Habits Band

July 17th
Swing Crew

August 21st
Stranded in Iowa

September 18th
mcphisto


Monticello Chamber Announces
"Uptown Friday Night" Line-up
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Posted 2 April 2009
Come and enjoy the food, fun, and music! FREE admission! Located next to City Hall on Sycamore Street. These GREAT events start at 5 p.m. and end at 9 p.m. In the event of rain, all activities will be moved into the community building. Fun for the whole family with lots of kid's activities sponsored by the Ross Elizabeth Baty Public Library and great food vendor.

June 12
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The band mcphisto will rock the crowd with their covers of hard rock standars and thier own stuff. Check out their website.

Sponsors: Above & Beyond Home Heathcare and Hospice, The Cone Shoppe, Goettsch Funeral Home, Keleher's Jewelry, and REM Electric.

Food vendors are the Monticello Jaycees, Advancement Services of Jones County, and the Monticello Commercial Club. The Monticello Chamber will sponsor the beverage tent.

July 10
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The band Monkey Business will be playing "Classic Rock" tunes
from Aerosmith to ZZ Top. Check out their website.

Sponsors: None yet.  Contact Kris at the Monticello Chamber of Commerce!!   319-465-5626

Food vendors are the Monticello Eagles and the Monticello Commercial Club. The Monticello Chamber will sponsor the beverage tent.

August 14
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The band Bad Habits will be playing Classic Rock. Check out their website.

Sponsors: None yet.  Contact Kris at the Monticello Chamber of Commerce!!   319-465-5626

Food vendors are the Venture Crew and the Monticello Commercial Club. The Monticello Chamber will sponsor the beverage tent.





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