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August 2026

Independence of Ukraine Week

📅 August 19–23 Join us for a whole week celebrating Ukrainian culture, traditions, food, music, and freedom! 🇺🇦 🥞 SPECIAL ITEM A delicious Ukrainian-style crepe served with your choice of sour cream, jam, or honey. 💙💛 FREE UKRAINIAN STICKERS All week long, get a Ukrainian sticker with any purchase ! 🎁 SUNDAY, AUGUST 23 Our […]
19 - 23 Aug
All Day
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4th Tuesday Free Open Write

Join Ana McCracken for our Open Write Tuesday on Zoom or in person at Fifth Street Writers. WHAT’S AN OPEN WRITE? We join together, share what we’re working on, and write for ~90 minutes. At the end, we share our successes, and sign off. Easy peasy. Email Ana, ana@ameswriterscollective.org to register for the event.
25 Aug
3:30 pm - 5:00 pm
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Embroidered Stitch Marker Class

Turn tiny hoops into something beautifully practical! In this beginner-friendly workshop, you’ll create a set of embroidered stitch markers using miniature embroidery hoops. Personalize each one with simple stitches, favorite colors, or tiny motifs to add a handmade touch to your knitting, crochet, or project bags. You’ll learn basic embroidery techniques, tips for stitching on […]
26 Aug
6:30 pm - 7:30 pm
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Tiny Deck Concert: Doomed Pioneers

Tiny Deck Concerts Are Back for 2026! Kick off your weekends with free live music under the open sky and on the deck! Friday nights, June 26 – September 4 | 6:00–7:30 PM Head to the east deck for amazing local bands, good vibes, and great company. Grab dinner, sip a drink, and soak up […]
28 Aug
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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Monarch Magic

Join us on August 29th at Ada Hayden Heritage Park from 10 am to 1 pm A fun, FREE, family-friendly event featuring local conservation groups, crafts, and an obstacle course. Explore the wonders of pollinators by joining in our bioblitz or buy raffle tickets for one of our fabulous prizes!
29 Aug
10:00 am - 1:00 pm
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412B Speakeasy Brunch

Step behind the curtain into our speakeasy supper club, reimagined for the golden hours of morning. This isn’t a class—it’s an intimate, multi-course brunch experience where a simple reservation unlocks a leisurely afternoon of thoughtfully composed plates, unhurried conversation, and the quiet luxury of being cooked for. Settle in, and let us do the rest. […]
29 Aug
12:00 pm - 2:00 pm
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September 2026

Sashiko Class

There’s a quiet rhythm to sashiko—simple stitches, repeated patterns, and that steady, calming flow. In this class, you’ll be introduced to traditional Japanese sashiko using beautifully designed Cosmo Sashiko coaster kits. We’ll cover the basics as you stitch your way through classic patterns, creating a set of coasters that are both practical and thoughtfully handmade. […]
01 Sep
6:30 pm - 8:00 pm
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Teacher’s Night

Calling all public educators, Pre-K – 12th Grade! Join us for a relaxing evening at Dog-Eared Books. Teachers will receive 30% off store-wide and there will be drinks and snacks available while you’re browsing and hanging out. On top of that, we will be doing giveaways throughout the evening!
04 Sep
5:00 pm - 8:00 pm
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Tiny Deck Concert: Central Iowa Jazz Trio

Tiny Deck Concerts Are Back for 2026! Kick off your weekends with free live music under the open sky and on the deck! Friday nights, June 26 – September 4 | 6:00–7:30 PM Head to the east deck for amazing local bands, good vibes, and great company. Grab dinner, sip a drink, and soak up […]
04 Sep
6:00 pm - 7:30 pm
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