All families have traditions. Some are big, some are small and some are just down right odd. Our family doesn’t have a ton of family traditions but there are a few that really stand out especially around the holidays. Every Thanksgiving for as long as I can remember we’ve made our traditional Turkey Cookies. I can remember…
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For as long as I can remember I’ve been aware of God’s grace. Did I scare you already? Many of us find the word “grace” intimidating because we don’t understand it. And honestly, we’ll never fully understand God’s grace. But don’t let that stop you from trying. Grace: Free and unmerited favor of God. I think the key part is free and…
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As a child one of my favorite things was snow cones. They are sweet and refreshing. As an adult one of my favorite things is coffee. The smell, the caffeine, the taste. On a hot summer day though, it seems like still nothing can beat a snow cone. Until now! I stumbled upon a recipe for Coffee Snow Cones! Its as if childhood and…
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There is always a need for more Big Brothers and Big Sisters in Northeast Iowa.
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Bridgehaven Pregnancy Support Center invites you to walk or run “In Her Shoes” on Saturday, October 1, 2016. This fun family-friendly event is being held to raise awareness and funds for the services to Bridgehaven offers to women, men and families before, during and after pregnancy. The 2.5-mile Walk and 5K Fun Run will start at…
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Bash @ C.R. is a FREE music festival with the mission to provide quality Christian entertainment that is family friendly. Bash @ C.R. is September 25th at McGrath Amphitheater in Cedar Rapids from 2pm to 8pm. There will be food available to purchase and activities for children to participate in. This year, we will have 5 bands playing…
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Kimball & Beecher Family Dentistry will hold their 2nd annual Dentistry from the Heart free dental care day on Friday, September 9th. Jenn met with Dr. Eric Kimball to learn more about this community event. Free dental care including a choice of filling, extraction or cleaning will be offered. For more information listen…
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We are in the thick of Summer and that means the heat is here. There are many great ways to try to beat the heat. Of course experts recommend drinking lots of water, limiting time outside, wearing light weight loose fitting clothing, taking breaks and the hardest one of all avoiding caffeine. That last one is maybe too hard for some…
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I talked with Haley Brimmer who is a Client Advocacy and Medical Staff at Bridgehaven in Cedar Rapids. Haley explained a little about the upcoming Rachel’s Vineyard Retreat and what Bridgehaven can offer to help in any stage of prevention, pregnancy or post pregnancy. Rachel’s Vineyard is a weekend retreat program that…
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I had a chance to chat with Lia from the Salvation Army who is one of the organizers of Flood The Run each year. Flood The Run is a family friendly walk/run that is a blast! Full of water obsticals and excitement. To learn more about flood the run listen to the interview below. To register visit crfloodtherun.com What is Flood…
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It can often feel like there's nothing to do during the winter months! Here are our top things to do during winter in Waterloo, Iowa.
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For many, this season might be special, but it can also be stressful! Let's take advantage of this beautiful season and relax while admiring the fall colors
