Marion man creates online aviation history museum
David V Wendell, 48, turned a 38 year old plane crash memory into a lifelong mission to document aviation and aerospace history. His Wendell Air and Space Museum launched online with 365 autographed models, signed posters, paintings, and aviation facts aimed at engaging students and seniors alike.
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Ernie Christensen
Washington
Christensen
Salvatore Giunta
Hiawatha
Lake Street Dive Comes Home for Iowa City Show
Iowa City native Bridget Kearney returns to town with Lake Street Dive at The Englert Theatre at 7 p.m. The jazz band promotes Side Pony and tickets cost 33 dollars. Free events include area farmers markets and library programs.
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Lake Street Dive
Boston
New England Conservatory
Festival Latino de Cedar Rapids set for Sept 18 in downtown
The fifth annual Festival Latino de Cedar Rapids happens 2 to 7 p m on Sept 18 at May’s Island 50 Second Avenue Bridge in downtown Cedar Rapids. The free family event features local Latin American music acts ethnic foods and vendors while honoring National Hispanic Heritage Month and its history from 1968 to 1988.
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Caribbean
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Disability Enterprise Foundation Antique Flea Market Set
The Iowa Disability Enterprise Foundation hosts its 16th annual Labor Day Antique Flea Market from 8 a.m. to 2 30 p.m. September 5 at the Johnson County Fairgrounds in Iowa City. About 30 to 40 vendors offer antiques collectibles books jewelry and furniture. Admission and parking are free.
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Johnson County Fairgrounds
Iowa City
Disability Enterprise Foundation
Radio Controlled Air Show by Iowa City Aerohawks
The Iowa City Aerohawks Club hosts its 24th annual Radio Controlled Model Aircraft Air Show from 1 to 4 p.m. on Sept. 11 at the club flying field near the Iowa City Landfill off Melrose Avenue. More than 100 model aircraft will be on display with flying demos, aerial combat, limbo, comedy routines, a candy drop, and a 9/11 tribute. grounds open at 11 a.m. Admission and parking are free. call Richie Depert or visit the club site for details.
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Iowa City
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West High School
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Pet of the Week Freckles the Heeler? Freckles the Cocker Spaniel Mix
Freckles is an adult neutered male cocker spaniel mix up for adoption at Cedar Rapids Animal Care and Control. He prefers a quiet home with no children. Shelter hours are noon to 5 pm Monday to Saturday. adoption fee is $115. Contact (319) 286-5993.
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Iowa City Public Library
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