Gang Leader for a Day author to speak at Ul
Sudhir Venkatesh, award winning author of Gang Leader for a Day, will speak at the University of Iowa in the Iowa Memorial Union Main Lounge at 7 30 p m on Tuesday. He is a Columbia University sociology professor and researcher of street gangs underground economies housing and policy. A book signing will follow the lecture.
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East Meets West at Corridor with Kaplansky and The Black Seeds
New York alt country singer Lucy Kaplansky headlines CSPS Cedar Rapids on Sunday, performing choices from Over the Hills and paying tribute to mentors. New Zealand funk reggae group The Black Seeds play The Industry Iowa City on Tuesday, delivering horn infused tracks from Solid Ground and crowd energizing grooves.
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Junior League marks 75 years in Cedar Rapids with exhibit
The Junior League of Cedar Rapids hosts Welcome Night at the Koehler History Center to view a 75th anniversary exhibit. Founded in 1934, the group has led Playtime Poppy and Science Station, supported Madge Phillips Center, Bever Park projects, and Leadership for Five Seasons, donating $21 000 in grants and 2000 volunteer hours since inception. Volunteers plan four major events over the year to fund its mission. The anniversary exhibit runs through September 19.
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Iowa City Zombie March to Honor McClatchey Charity Drive
Zombies march through Iowa City on Sept 19 in memory of Christopher McClatchey a University of Iowa graduate motorcycle enthusiast. Proceeds from T shirt sales go to two family designated charities with events from 3 30 p m makeup help 4 30 p m costumes 5 p m march to Deadwood Pub and an after party at The Mill at 9 p m Wylde Nept concert benefits National Multiple Sclerosis Society.
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