Summer Fest marks 25th anniversary in Cedar Rapids
A hot air balloon event evolved into a day long festival drawing over 5,000 annually. On June 6 Summer Fest at Rockwell Collins Sports Complex Cedar Rapids offers 75 free activities and some low cost fundraisers for Tanager Place. Tanager Place supports children with mental and behavioral issues through prevention treatment and research and has raised about $590000 via Summer Fest efforts.
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Tanager Place Summer Fest marks 25 years of family fun in Cedar Rapids
The annual Summer Fest at Rockwell Collins Sports Complex in Cedar Rapids runs 3:30 to 8:30 p.m. on June 6 with free admission and about 25,000 dollars raised yearly. Five hot air balloonists may glow for festival finale weather permitting. The event features crafts, Mascot Mania, bike helmet giveaways, cereal making, and performances supported by 30 sponsors and 250 volunteers led by longtime organizer Hackbarth and community relations specialist Heather Gierut.
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Straw poll likely in Iowa as ex GOP chief predicts
Former Iowa GOP chairman Matt Strawn says the Iowa Straw Poll may continue on August 8 in Boone with a growing candidate field. He notes only seven campaigns attended an informational session and two have committed, while debates this year could attract more entrants amid new eligibility rules.
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Iowa Straw Poll discussed on IPTV Iowa Press show
Insiders talk about the Iowa Straw Poll with Michele Bachmann referenced as a possible commentator. Discussion notes that a crowded GOP field offers a breakout moment, with no firm commitments from Jeb Bush or Mike Huckabee, while Ben Carson and Donald Trump will participate. Clinton supporters favor interactive events over large rallies.
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