Cultivate Hope Mega Market
2025-09-25 16:00 - 19:00 (America/Chicago) | Cultivate Hope Urban Farm, 437 G Ave. NW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
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!

This year’s Mega Markets are held from 4-7 pm on the last Thursday of the month from May-September.
This year’s dates with their special themes are:
May 29 – Bloom
June 26 – Garden Party
July 31 – Midsummer Night’s Dream
August 28 – Tomato Time
September 25 – Harvest Festival

Farm Stand Market
2025-09-25 16:00 - 19:00, 2025-10-02 16:00 - 19:00 | Cultivate Hope Urban Farm, 437 G Ave. NW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
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.
Farm 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.
Cash or card is accepted. See you at the farm!

Cooking for a Cause – Sept 30
2025-09-30 17:30 - 19:30 | Groundswell Cafe, 201 Third Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
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.
This 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!
Come for the cooking, stay for the community, and leave knowing you’ve made a difference.
📅 Date: Tuesday, September 30🕒 Time: 5:30 – 7:30 PM📍 Location: Groundswell – 201 3rd AVE SW, Cedar Rapids
This class is perfect for beginners but does involve some knife work.
💲 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!
Spots are limited—reserve yours today and cook for a cause!
Questions? Contact us or give us a call at 319-200-2791.

Groundswell’s 7th Birthday Celebration
2025-10-06 07:00 - 2025-10-11 14:00 | Groundswell Cafe, 201 Third Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
Groundswell is celebrating its 7th birthday, and we want YOU to join us!
During the week of October 6-11, Groundswell Cafe is celebrating the birthday with a new Fall/Winter Menu, free birthday cookie with any meal, and festive decorations.
Breakfast, lunch, or both would be great to have you celebrate with us!

Food for Thought
2025-12-11 09:00 - 18:00 | IA
Get ready for a full day of flavor and fun at the Cultivate Hope Corner Store! Join us on Wednesday, December 11, from 9 AM to 6 PM for Food for Thought, a special event celebrating delicious, nutritious holiday foods.
Throughout the day, you’ll enjoy yummy and wholesome holiday samples that will inspire your winter cooking. Learn simple ways to make your favorite festive dishes healthier without losing the flavor or joy of the season.
At 5:30 PM, don’t miss our live cooking demonstration, where we’ll show you how to prepare a tasty holiday recipe step by step! We’ll also share free recipe cards, fun food facts, and nutrition tips to take home.
Whether you’re shopping for groceries, looking for inspiration, or just hungry for something new, Food for Thought is the perfect chance to learn, taste, and celebrate good food and community.
📍 Cultivate Hope Corner Store | 604 Ellis Blvd NW, Cedar Rapids🗓 Thursday, December 11 | 9 AM – 6 PM🎄 Live Cooking Demo at 5:30 PM

Cooking for a Cause – February 12
2026-02-12 17:30 - 19:30 | Groundswell Cafe, 201 Third Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
Cooking for a Cause: Valentine’s Edition

Celebrate Valentine’s week with a hands-on cooking experience that’s equal parts delicious and meaningful.
Join us at Groundswell Cafe for a special Valentine’s Edition of Cooking for a Cause, led by Cafe Manager Jack. Together, you’ll learn to prepare a classic, comforting menu—while also making extra meals to support the Good Meals To Go program at the Cultivate Hope Corner Store.
📅 Event Details
Date: Thursday, February 12, 2026Time: 5:30–7:30 PMLocation: Groundswell Cafe201 3rd Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA
🍽 February Menu

Chicken Cacciatore
Pommes Purée
Grilled Asparagus
Dessert: Panna Cotta

This class is perfect for couples looking to celebrate Valentine’s Day in a fun, interactive way. Please note: the class includes knife work and is recommended for ages 18 and up. Class attendees are welcome to bring a bottle of wine or a beverage of their choice to enjoy with dinner.
💲 Cost: $30 per person
Your registration includes:

Guided instruction from our cafe manager
A take-home recipe card
One freshly prepared meal per attendee
Plus: Your fee helps cover the food cost of additional meals prepared for the Cultivate Hope Corner Store

This class is SOLD OUT. Watch for an upcoming Cooking for a Cause!

Questions? Contact us or give us a call at 319-200-2791.

Restaurant Week
2026-02-20 07:00 - 2026-02-28 14:00 | Groundswell Cafe, 201 Third Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
We are SUPER excited to be one of the 2026 Cedar Rapids Restaurant Week participants! Enjoy our tasty Restaurant Week specials February 20th – February 28th.
Rooted in tradition and made with heart—Groundswell Cafe Manager Jack’s three Restaurant Week specials celebrate flavor, culture, and comfort. Come check them out!
Join in all the deliciousness at 201 3rd AVE SW during our open hours: Monday-Saturday, 7:00 AM – 2:PM.

Cultivate Hope Spring Plant Sale
2026-05-02 08:00 - 13:00 | Cultivate Hope Urban Farm, 437 G Ave. NW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
Save the date! Join us at the Cultivate Hope Urban Farm on Saturday, May 2, from 8 am – 1 pm to get a jump start on the growing season with tons of locally grown plants. We will have annual and perennial flowers, herbs, fruits and vegetables for sale. All proceeds go to support the Urban Farm.
Please mark your calendars and plan to attend! Matthew 25’s Cultivate Hope Urban Farm is located at 437 G Ave NW in Cedar Rapids.

Farm Stand Market
2026-05-21 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-05-28 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-04 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-11 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-18 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-06-25 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-02 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-07-09 16:00 - 19:00 and 5 more dates | Cultivate Hope Urban Farm, 437 G Ave. NW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
Fresh, locally grown food from the Cultivate Hope Urban Farm, located in the heart of Cedar Rapids and farmed without the use of pesticides or herbicides, is available at our weekly farm stand. We will have additional food for sale, and our CSA members will pick up their weekly vegetables. Join our email list here to stay informed about what we have for sale every week.
Farm Stand Markets are held at the Cultivate Hope Urban Farm, 437 G Avenue NW, every Thursday from 4 to 7 p.m. from May 21 to October 8.
Credit cards and cash are also accepted. We’ll see you on the farm!

Cultivate Community Market
2026-05-28 16:00 - 19:00 | Cultivate Hope Urban Farm, 437 G Ave. NW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
The Cultivate Community Market is a festival of food, music, activities and community at the Cultivate Hope Urban Farm, 437 G Ave. NW. Our locally grown produce is on display, the brick oven is blazing and we are making pizzas for you and your family and friends to enjoy in our wonderful environment. In 2026 we have a new name and each month has special themes with loads of activities, food and enjoyment. Save the dates! Can’t wait to see you all there! Come out and have fun!
Cultivate Community Markets are held from 4-7 pm on the last Thursday of the month from May-September.
This year’s dates with their special themes are:
May 28 – Season Kick-Off!
June 25 – Volunteer Appreciation Night
July 30 – Midsummer Art Market
August 27 – Back-to-School Bash
September 24 – Harvest Festival

Cooking for a Cause
2026-06-12 17:30 - 19:30 | Groundswell Cafe, 201 Third Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
Join us for a fun, hands-on evening in the kitchen at Groundswell Cafe!
This special Cooking for a Cause class brings together a grandparent or parent and a child to learn new cooking skills while giving back to the community. During this interactive class, attendees will learn how to make delicious steak fajitas. At the end of class, participants will enjoy the fajitas, homemade tortillas, and Tres leches dessert with other attendees.
The Cause: While creating the steak fajitas, students will prepare extra meals for Cultivate Hope Corner Store’s Good Meals To Go program!
We are no longer able to host this event. Check back on our events calendar for another Cooking for a Cause later this summer!
Questions? Contact us or give us a call at 319-200-2791.

Cultivate Community Market
2026-06-25 16:00 - 19:00 | Cultivate Hope Urban Farm, 437 G Ave. NW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
The Cultivate Community Market is a festival of food, music, activities and community at the Cultivate Hope Urban Farm, 437 G Ave. NW. Our locally grown produce is on display, the brick oven is blazing and we are making pizzas for you and your family and friends to enjoy in our wonderful environment. In 2026 we have a new name and each month has special themes with loads of activities, food and enjoyment.Can’t wait to see you all there! Come out and have fun!
Cultivate Community Markets are held from 4-7 pm on the last Thursday of the month from May-September.
This month, we are honoring all the wonderful volunteers in our community. Join us June 25 for Volunteer Appreciation Night!

Grill Out Mondays at the Corner Store
2026-07-20 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-07-27 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-03 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-08-10 11:00 - 13:00 | Cultivate Hope Corner Store, 604 Ellis Blvd. NW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52405, United States
On Mondays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Cultivate Hop Corner Store provides great burgers and bratwursts. Our gill masters make these to order!
Please note – may be cancelled due to weather. Check our Facebook page for any updates.

Cultivate Community Market
2026-07-30 16:00 - 19:00 | Cultivate Hope Urban Farm, 437 G Ave. NW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
The Cultivate Community Market is a festival of food, music, activities and community at the Cultivate Hope Urban Farm, 437 G Ave. NW. Our locally grown produce is on display, the brick oven is blazing and we are making pizzas for you and your family and friends to enjoy in our wonderful environment. In 2026 we have a new name and each month has special themes with loads of activities, food and enjoyment. Can’t wait to see you all there! Come out and have fun!
Cultivate Community Markets are held from 4-7 pm on the last Thursday of the month from May-September.
We’re encouraging artists to showcase their works this month. Come to the Midsummer Art Market on July 30!
