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SUMMARY:Farm Stand Market
DESCRIPTION:At our Farm Stand\, we provide fresh\, locally-grown produce from the Cultivate Hope Urban Farm\, grown without pesticides or herbicides in the heart of Cedar Rapids. Our CSA members will be picking up their weekly produce\, plus we’ll have other items available for sale. If you want to stay up on what we have for sale each week\, join our email list here. \nFarm Stand Markets are held from 4-7 pm every Thursday from May 22 – October 2 at the Cultivate Hope Urban Farm\, 437 G Ave. NW. \nCash or card is accepted. See you at the farm!
URL:https://www.matthew-25.org/event/farm-stand-market/2025-09-04/
LOCATION:Cultivate Hope Urban Farm\, 437 G Ave. NW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food
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SUMMARY:Nutrition Night: Back-to-School Veggies
DESCRIPTION:Kick off the school year with tasty\, kid-friendly veggie ideas! Join us for hands-on demos\, quick tips\, and bite-size tastings to help your family eat well on busy weeknights. \nWhat’s happening:\n\nTheme: Back-to-School Veggies\nCooking Demos: Hide Your Veggies Mac ’N’ Cheese at 4:30 PM and 5:30 PM\nTastings & Tips: Sample easy vegetable add-ins and what’s in a smoothie quiz\, and learn smart swaps for school lunches and after-school snacks\nFamily-Friendly Fun: Short\, practical lessons and interactive stations—perfect for all ages\n\nWhen & where:\n\nDate: Wednesday\, September 10\nTime: 4:00–6:00 PM (drop in any time)\nLocation: Cultivate Hope Corner Store\, 604 Ellis Blvd NW\n\nCome hungry for ideas (and samples!). Bring a friend\, bring the kiddos\, and leave with quick\, affordable ways to sneak more veggies onto the plate. \n 
URL:https://www.matthew-25.org/event/nutrition-night-back-to-school-veggies/
LOCATION:Cultivate Hope Corner Store\, 604 Ellis Blvd. NW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52405\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food
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SUMMARY:Farm Stand Market
DESCRIPTION:At our Farm Stand\, we provide fresh\, locally-grown produce from the Cultivate Hope Urban Farm\, grown without pesticides or herbicides in the heart of Cedar Rapids. Our CSA members will be picking up their weekly produce\, plus we’ll have other items available for sale. If you want to stay up on what we have for sale each week\, join our email list here. \nFarm Stand Markets are held from 4-7 pm every Thursday from May 22 – October 2 at the Cultivate Hope Urban Farm\, 437 G Ave. NW. \nCash or card is accepted. See you at the farm!
URL:https://www.matthew-25.org/event/farm-stand-market/2025-09-11/
LOCATION:Cultivate Hope Urban Farm\, 437 G Ave. NW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food
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ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew 25":MAILTO:info@matthew-25.org
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SUMMARY:Farm Stand Market
DESCRIPTION:At our Farm Stand\, we provide fresh\, locally-grown produce from the Cultivate Hope Urban Farm\, grown without pesticides or herbicides in the heart of Cedar Rapids. Our CSA members will be picking up their weekly produce\, plus we’ll have other items available for sale. If you want to stay up on what we have for sale each week\, join our email list here. \nFarm Stand Markets are held from 4-7 pm every Thursday from May 22 – October 2 at the Cultivate Hope Urban Farm\, 437 G Ave. NW. \nCash or card is accepted. See you at the farm!
URL:https://www.matthew-25.org/event/farm-stand-market/2025-09-18/
LOCATION:Cultivate Hope Urban Farm\, 437 G Ave. NW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food
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ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew 25":MAILTO:info@matthew-25.org
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SUMMARY:Cultivate Hope Mega Market
DESCRIPTION:The Cultivate Hope Mega Market is a celebration of food\, music\, activities\, and community at the Cultivate Hope Urban Farm\, located at 437 G Ave. NW.  We feature our locally-grown produce\, the brick oven is blazing as we create pizzas for you\, your family\, and your friends to enjoy in our beautiful setting. In 2025\, each Mega Market will have a special theme surrounding activities\, food and fun.  Mark your calendars.  We hope to see you all there! Come out and enjoy! \n  \nThis year’s Mega Markets are held from 4-7 pm on the last Thursday of the month from May-September. \nThis year’s dates with their special themes are: \nMay 29 – Bloom \nJune 26 – Garden Party \nJuly 31 – Midsummer Night’s Dream \nAugust 28 – Tomato Time \nSeptember 25 – Harvest Festival
URL:https://www.matthew-25.org/event/cultivate-hope-mega-market-3/2025-09-25/
LOCATION:Cultivate Hope Urban Farm\, 437 G Ave. NW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food
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SUMMARY:Farm Stand Market
DESCRIPTION:At our Farm Stand\, we provide fresh\, locally-grown produce from the Cultivate Hope Urban Farm\, grown without pesticides or herbicides in the heart of Cedar Rapids. Our CSA members will be picking up their weekly produce\, plus we’ll have other items available for sale. If you want to stay up on what we have for sale each week\, join our email list here. \nFarm Stand Markets are held from 4-7 pm every Thursday from May 22 – October 2 at the Cultivate Hope Urban Farm\, 437 G Ave. NW. \nCash or card is accepted. See you at the farm!
URL:https://www.matthew-25.org/event/farm-stand-market/2025-09-25/
LOCATION:Cultivate Hope Urban Farm\, 437 G Ave. NW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Food
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ORGANIZER;CN="Matthew 25":MAILTO:info@matthew-25.org
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SUMMARY:Cooking for a Cause – Sept 30
DESCRIPTION:Get ready for another mouthwatering Cooking for a Cause! Join our Groundswell Cafe Manager Jack as he guides you step-by-step through crafting a rich\, comforting lasagna\, perfectly paired with broccoli rabe and finished with a decadent classic tiramisu. \nThis hands-on class is more than just a delicious evening—you’ll be preparing Good Meals to Go for our Cultivate Hope Corner Store\, helping to provide healthy\, affordable food to our neighbors. And yes—you’ll get to enjoy the full meal you’ve just created! \nCome for the cooking\, stay for the community\, and leave knowing you’ve made a difference. \n📅 Date: Tuesday\, September 30🕒 Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM📍 Location: Groundswell – 201 3rd AVE SW\, Cedar Rapids \nThis class is perfect for beginners but does involve some knife work. \n💲 Cost: $25 per person (includes:)✅ Guided instruction + take-home recipe card✅ One meal per attendee✅ Your fee helps cover the food cost of the meals that will go to the Cultivate Hope Corner Store! \nSpots are limited—reserve yours today and cook for a cause! \nQuestions? Contact us or give us a call at 319-200-2791.
URL:https://www.matthew-25.org/event/cooking-for-a-cause-sept-30/
LOCATION:Groundswell Cafe\, 201 Third Ave. SW\, Cedar Rapids\, IA\, 52404\, United States
CATEGORIES:Education,Food
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