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Updated March 9, 2010
Wednesday mornings during Lent
68th Annual Cedar Rapids Trinity LENTEN MEDITATIONS
Trinity UMC
400 3rd Ave SW, Cedar Rapids
Come join us on Wednesday mornings at 9:30 during Lent as we gather for worship, music, fellowship, and reflection.
3/10 Pastor Beth Straw – St. James UMC
3/17 Pastor Alan Newhall – retired UMC
3/24 tba
Friday, March 12-13, 2010
Women of Faith Conference
Veterans Memorial Auditorium
Des Moines IA
The Women of Faith conference will be in Des Moines at the Veterans Memorial Auditorium on March 12-13. Speakers are Patsy Clairmont, Marilyn Meberg, Sandi Patty, Anita Renfroe, Lisa Whelchel, and Andy Andrews. Drama is by Nicole Johnson. Music is by Mary Beth and Steven Curtis Chapman, Mandissa, and Sandi Patty. Each of them has an inspiring message to present, and you will be uplifted and strengthened in your faith. If you register through me, the cost is $79 for both days, including a box lunch each day. I have great seats reserved and am excited to have then filled. With 50 paid registrations, we are able to provide 25 free registrations to any woman who has been affected in any way by the flood. Come and bring a friend, sister, mother, daughter, neighbor or anyone who would make this a special event for you. The event is a nondenominational experience that will be unforgettable. If you come, you will be glad you did. If not, you will truly miss something wonderful. For more information on how to register, please call or email Helen Andersonb, 390-3799 or Helenlou42@mchsi.com
Sunday, March 21, 2010 ~ 5:00 to 7:00 p.m.
Annual Chili Cook-Off
Clarence UMC
316 7th Ave, Clarence Iowa
The Men's Brown Mug Club of Clarence United Methodist Church will hold their 5th Annual Chili Cook-Off March 21, 2010 from 5-7 p.m. Men are asked to bring a pot of their best chili. A free-will offering will get you a spoon and you can taste as many chilies as you want, then vote for the one you like best. You are free to eat all you want. All proceeds go to Haitian Relief.
Contact person, Steve Norton 452-3460.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
The Men's Brown Mug Club of Clarence United Methodist Church will hold their 5th Annual Chili Cook-Off March 21, 2010 from 5-7 p.m. Men are asked to bring a pot of their best chili. A free-will offering will get you a spoon and you can taste as many chilies as you want, then vote for the one you like best. You are free to eat all you want. All proceeds go to Haitian Relief.
Contact person, Steve Norton 452-3460.
Tuesday, March 23, 2010
Spring Fling -
First United Methodist Church
1019 Wesley Drive, Maquoketa, Iowa
Crafts & Bake Shoppe Open from 8:30- 2:00
Morning Coffee 8:30-10:00
Rolls, Juice, Coffee ~ Cost $2.00 ~ Free Refills
Luncheon Served from 11-2:00
Soups, Cheesy Vegetable & Vegetable Beef & barley
Sandwiches Hot Turkey Sandwiches, Maidrites, Salads, Desserts and Drink
Cost $5.00
Handicap Accessible ~ Everyone Welcome!
March 24, 2010 ~ 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
March 24, 2010 ~ 4:30 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Annual Soup Supper
Rockdale United Methodist Church
1500 Old Mill Rd., Dubuque, IA
Homemade Chicken Noodle and Chili Soup Supper
Adults $7.00, Kids (4-12) $3.00
Includes Salad & Dessert Bar, Rolls, Coffee or Milk
HANDICAP ACCESSIBLE
Phone Jeanne (563) 495-2584 for more information
Friday, March 26, 2010 ~ serving from 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm.
Friday, March 26, 2010 ~ serving from 5:00 pm - 7:30 pm.
United Methodist Men’s Pancake Supper
Shueyville United Methodist Church
Located one mile east of Interstate 380, exit 10 in Shueyville.
Adults: $6; Children ages 3-12: $3; under 3: free.
All you can eat supper includes pancakes, eggs, sausage, hash browns, and beverage.
Contact: 319-848-7213
Saturday, April 24, 2010 ~ 2:00 pm – 9:00 pm
Saturday, April 24, 2010 ~ 2:00 pm – 9:00 pm
1st Annual Youth Rally Day
Pictured Rocks Camp
12004 190th St, Monticello IA
The 1st Annual Youth Rally Day will be held at Pictured Rocks Camp from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM in the campground area rain or shine. Highlights include: Ultimate Frisbee Tournament, Live Youth Worship Bands, Free Food, Frisbee Golf Tournament, Bon Fire and Evening Worship. Contact the camp office at 319-465-4194 or by e-mail at picturedrocks.camp@iaumc.org to register. To learn more about Pictured Rocks retreat options, summer camps and facilities, visit www.picturedrocks.org.http://www.picturedrocks.org
Saturday, April 24, 2010 ~ 12- 5pm
"Let Go Fly a Kite"
GLOBAL GOODS
A Fair Trade Gift Shop presents a fun family event
"Let Go Fly a Kite"
Grand View Methodist Church 3342 John Wesley Drive, Dubuque 52002
$5 Pre-Register per kite
The 1st Annual Youth Rally Day will be held at Pictured Rocks Camp from 2:00 PM to 9:00 PM in the campground area rain or shine. Highlights include: Ultimate Frisbee Tournament, Live Youth Worship Bands, Free Food, Frisbee Golf Tournament, Bon Fire and Evening Worship. Contact the camp office at 319-465-4194 or by e-mail at picturedrocks.camp@iaumc.org to register. To learn more about Pictured Rocks retreat options, summer camps and facilities, visit www.picturedrocks.org.http://www.picturedrocks.org
Saturday, April 24, 2010 ~ 12- 5pm
"Let Go Fly a Kite"
GLOBAL GOODS
A Fair Trade Gift Shop presents a fun family event
"Let Go Fly a Kite"
Grand View Methodist Church 3342 John Wesley Drive, Dubuque 52002
$5 Pre-Register per kite
$8 Day of Event
Food available 12-5: Hot Dog – Chips – Soda $5
Kite making from 12 to 3:00 pm ~ $8 (For kit to make your own kite) with Flying Kite event from 3:00 to 5:00 pm; Face Painting: $2
Kite Prizes
Kite Prizes
Ship - Oldest Kite Flyer Registered
Butterfly - Youngest Kite Flyer Registered
Ship - Drawing amongst all participants
Dragon - Most Original Home Made Kite Entered
Ship - Highest Kite Flown
Certificate for each participant
Start event with Drums and Gongs (Play taped sound of firecrackers)
Every Kite Flying participate in Kite March around field before flying event
Contact person: Juanita A Nelson, Executive Director Global Goods, 563-588-3000