Currents 2020 Summer (Vol. 3)

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Summer 2020—VOL. 3

Summer Fun in Cedar Falls COVID-19 has disrupted many traditional summertime events, but there is still a lot of fun to be had! In fact, we invite you to plan a STAYCATION right here in your own hometown! Consider reserving a room at one of our hotels and ‘get away’ for a night or two. Take the family and enjoy the pool and other amenities, or plan a romantic getaway with your significant other. Pair your getaway with some of the following events and activities. is open to the public again! The gallery features work from the permanent collection by Argentinian artist Mauricio Lasanky, who is known as one of the fathers of modern printmaking. His works are rather large making it easier to social distance while viewing the pieces. Alas, no traditional camps this year, but you can do Summer Camp in a Box! Kits are available to children ages 5–12, with five days of activities in each box. From August 3–7, children can “Be Our Guest: Design and Host a Ball for Your Family,” and from August 17–21, “Get Messy: We’ll Provide the Mess” kits will be available. Details are at www.thehearst.org or (319) 273-8641, but hurry…‘camps’ are limited to 20 children. showings are offered drive-in style on the University of Northern Iowa campus, in the north lot. Movies are free but you must have a ticket. Tickets are available approximately one week prior to each show; one ticket admits one car. Social distancing will be practiced. See page 14 or visit www.gbpac.org for more. is planning two events for the weekend of September 12–13. Both are free and in the Cedar Falls Downtown District. ARTapalooza is on Saturday, September 12, from 9 am–4 pm. This juried art show brings talented artists from throughout the region and features live entertainment and children’s activities. A Downtown Show & Shine—with beautiful classic cars and motorcycles—is on Sunday, September 13, from noon-4pm. See page 9 or www.communitymainstreet.org for more details.

Pedal Fest is back with rides offered every weekend in September. Events include an Entretourism Ride exploring businesses located along University Avenue. Other rides include the Denver Waffle Ride, Garden Ride, Pedal Fest at the Waterloo Library, House Tour Ride, Story Time Ride offered by the Cedar Falls Public Library, New Hartford Omelet Ride, and a ride to the Cedar Falls and Waterloo Farmers’ Markets. Visit www.cedarfallstourism.org/pedalfest or find Cedar Valley Pedal Fest on Facebook for details. The Hearst Center for the Arts, College Hill Partnership, and Community Main Street are partnering to bring you the Cedar Falls Passport to the Arts program. Attend a minimum of five eligible events throughout the summer, post a selfie from the events, and be entered into a drawing for a fabulous prize! Details are available at www.cedarfallstourism.org/ passporttothearts.

Aquatics 8 Community Main St. 9 Construction Updates 4–5 Events Calendar 14–15 Hearst Center 10–11 Historical Society 9 Library 12–13 Mayor’s Corner 3 Public Meetings 16 Public Safety 3 Rec Center/Parks 8 Tourism Cover Waste/Recycling 2, 6–7

End of data collection phase. For the first time in history you can fill out the Census ONLINE! To learn more visit youcount-bhc.com.

The “Live to 9” Friday after-work summer concert series is moving to River Place Plaza with shows from 6:30–10 pm. The remaining schedule includes: Dry Run Creek, July 17; Brad & Kate, July 31; Bruce Day & The Dangits, August 7; Sideshow Bob, August 14; and the Icebreakers, August 21. More details are at www.liveto9.com. The UNI Panthers kick off their first home football game at the UNI-Dome against Weber State on Saturday, September 19. They take on North Dakota State on Saturday, September 26. To see their season schedule, visit www.unipanthers.com. All of these events are offered with accommodations for social distancing. Check www.cedarvalley365.com for a full listing of events and additional details and updates. Check out www.cedarfallstourism.org/ weknowhowtoweekend for additional staycation ideas and packages.


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