Grill Out Fridays at the Corner Store
2026-08-28 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-04 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-11 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-18 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-25 11:00 - 13:00 (America/Chicago) | Cultivate Hope Corner Store, 604 Ellis Blvd. NW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52405, United States
On Fridays from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., the Cultivate Hope Corner Store offers great burgers and bratwursts for lunch. Only $5 and our grill master makes these to order!

Grill Out Mondays at the Corner Store
2026-08-31 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-07 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-14 11:00 - 13:00, 2026-09-21 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.

Farm Stand Market
2026-09-03 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-10 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-17 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-09-24 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-10-01 16:00 - 19:00, 2026-10-08 16:00 - 19:00 | 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!

Matthew 25 Community Building Potluck
2026-09-08 17:00 - 18:30 | Groundswell Cafe, 201 Third Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
Join Us for Matthew 25’s Community Building Potlucks!
We’re excited to host a great way to connect with neighbors and build a stronger community—Matthew 25’s Community Building Potlucks, happening every second Tuesday of the month in 2026!
Bring a dish to share and enjoy a warm, welcoming atmosphere filled with great food and meaningful conversations. Whether you’re looking to make new friends, strengthen community ties, or simply enjoy a delicious meal, this is the perfect opportunity. Each evening will have a topic as a conversation starter. In June we are at Groundswell Cafe and we’ll be engaging with the topic of public education for this month’s gathering.
📅 When: Tuesday, September 8, 5 – 6:30 PM
📍 Where: Groundswell Cafe. 437 G AVE NW
🍽 What to Bring: A dish to share (if you can!) See what others are bringing and sign up to bring a special dish here.
All are welcome! Come as you are and bring a friend! Let’s share food, stories, and connections that strengthen our community. For more details, visit call 319-362-2214.

Storytellers of Cedar Rapids
2026-09-09 19:30 - 21:30 | Groundswell Cafe, 201 Third Ave. SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
A new season of unforgettable stories begins this September.
Storytellers of Cedar Rapids returns for Season 3, bringing you five evenings of authentic, heartfelt, and often surprising true stories shared live on stage. Each show features a unique theme and local storytellers whose personal experiences inspire, entertain, and remind us of the connections we all share.
The season opens on Wednesday, September 9, with Against the Grain. From standing up for what you believe to taking unexpected risks, breaking tradition, or finding humor in life’s twists and turns, these true stories promise laughter, reflection, and conversations that continue long after the show ends.
No two Storytellers events are ever the same. One story may have you laughing out loud, while the next offers a new perspective on life. Every show also features live music from local artists and opportunities for audience members to share during Open Mic.
Whether you attend one show or experience the entire season, we hope you’ll join us for another year of remarkable stories and meaningful connection.
Season 3 Opening Night
Theme: Against the GrainDate: Wednesday, September 9Time: Show begins at 7:30 PM (Doors open at 7:00 PM)Location: Groundswell, 201 3rd Ave SW, Cedar Rapids

Tickets

Season Ticket: $65 (Admission to all five shows)
Adult Single Show Ticket: $15
Student Single Show Ticket: $7

Please note that all ticket sales are final and non-refundable. We appreciate your understanding.

Come for the stories. Stay for the connection.
Get Your Tickets!

Cultivate Community Market
2026-09-24 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!
This will be the LAST Cultivate Community Market of the 2026 season! Don’t miss our annual Harvest Festival on September 24.
