AARP Iowa Events
Join us for one or more of these upcoming events:
Upcoming Events in Cedar Rapids
Upcoming Events in Des Moines
Upcoming Virtual Events (Statewide)
Upcoming Events in Cedar Rapids
AARP Coffee Connections
Thursdays, April 25 & May 23 from 8:30-10:00 a.m. at two locations:
Scooter's Coffee - 2300 Edgewood Rd SW, Cedar Rapids
Uptown Coffee Co. - 760 11th St, Marion
Get to know AARP and connect with other AARP members and volunteers. Check in with an AARP volunteer and your first cup and a morning treat is on us. This is a FREE event, but advance registration is required to help us plan for the number of folks who attend.
The Hallelujah Girls
Giving Tree Theater - 752 10th Street, Marion
April 19-28
AARP members and their guests can purchase discounted tickets to performances of this show. Visit www.givingtreetheater.com and use the coupon code BrainHealth to receive the discount.*
*This is not an AARP event. Any information you provide the host organization will be governed by their privacy policy.
Streaming and Smart TVs
Tuesday, April 30 at 12:00 p.m.
Marion Public Library - 1101 6th Ave, Marion
This event is at capacity - REGISTER TO JOIN THE WAITLIST
More people are “cutting the cord” and canceling their cable subscriptions to use free or low-cost streaming services to watch their favorite shows and movies online. This presentation will introduce streaming: what it is, how to use it, and how to watch live TV without cable. A light lunch will be provided. Registration required.
Gospel Fest
Saturday, May 4 from 10:30 a.m.-12:30 p.m.
African American Museum of Iowa - 55 12th Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids
This event is at capacity - REGISTER TO JOIN THE WAITLIST
AARP and First Light Christian Fellowship invite you to join us to hear talented local artists perform both traditional and contemporary gospel songs. A light brunch will be served. Seating is limited at this free event.
Annual Corridor MPO Bike Ride
Saturday, May 11 at 10:00 a.m.
Bever Park - 2700 Bever Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids
REGISTER
Kick off Bike to Work Week with the annual Corridor MPO Bike Ride through local parks and trails in the metro area. Enjoy a complimentary picnic lunch at Bever Park in Cedar Rapids after the ride. Registration required.
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Upcoming Events in Des Moines
NOTE: Events in the monthly series with WesleyLife will be open for registration on May 1. Please check back then to register!
AARP Coffee Connections
Thursdays, April 25 & May 23 from 8:30-10:00 a.m. at two locations:
Palmer's Deli - 2843 Ingersoll Ave, Des Moines
Palmer's Deli - 3719 86th St, Urbandale
Get to know AARP and connect with other AARP members and volunteers. Check in with an AARP volunteer and your first cup and a morning treat is on us. This is a FREE event, but advance registration is required to help us plan for the number of folks who attend.
Shred Day
Saturday, April 27, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m.
Johnston Public Library - 6700 Merle Hay Road, Johnston
REGISTER
Spring is here and it’s time to discard old confidential documents safely and securely at our drive-through shred event. Bring up to three boxes of documents (per vehicle). Staples and paperclips are fine, but all binders need to be removed. Please register to help us determine how many trucks to have on site.
Streaming and Smart TVs
Thursday, May 2 at 12:00 p.m.
Franklin Avenue Library - 5000 Franklin Ave, Des Moines
This event is at capacity - REGISTER TO JOIN THE WAITLIST
More people are “cutting the cord” and canceling their cable subscriptions to use free or low-cost streaming services to watch their favorite shows and movies online. This presentation will introduce streaming: what it is, how to use it, and how to watch live TV without cable. A light lunch will be provided. Registration required.
Generations Over Lunch
Thursday, May 6, 12:00 - 1:00 p.m.
Meals on Wheels Campus - 3206 University Ave, Des Moines
This event is full - REGISTER TO JOIN THE WAITLIST
Join us for a delicious meal and engaging conversation! Drake University Occupational Therapy Students and WesleyLife are hosting a unique “Generations Over Lunch” event to bring together Iowans of all ages to widen views, uncover new perspectives, and learn from each other. Your opinion matters, so let's talk over lunch! Participants may take a tour of the facility following the event. Lunch is provided at no cost. Doors open at 11:30 and the program will begin promptly at noon.
NOTE: The other events in this series with WesleyLife will be open for registration on May 1. Please check back then to register!
Bike Ride with TOUR
Wednesday, May 15 at 10:45 a.m.
Meet at Ding Darling Shelter at Birdland Park - 2100 Saylor Rd, Des Moines
REGISTER
AARP Iowa and The Older Urban Rider (TOUR) group invite you to join us for a Bike Month event. The ride is at a moderate, family-friendly pace on low-stress trails; there will be two route options of varying length. A complimentary light lunch and gift will be provided to all riders. Registration required.
The Play That Goes Wrong
Thursday, May 30 at 7:30 p.m.
Des Moines Playhouse - 831 42nd St, Des Moines
Event is at capacity
The free performance of The Play That Goes Wrong on May 30 is at capacity, but discounted tickets at 15% off regular price can be purchased for all performances at the Playhouse through September, using the discount code PLAY2324 at the box office or online at www.dmplayhouse.com.*
*This is not an AARP event. Any information you provide the host organization will be governed by their privacy policy.
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Upcoming Virtual Events (Statewide)
More events coming soon!
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