Cedar Valley Community Calendar

    8/1/2025 - 8/1/2026 **Grow Cedar Valley Event
    THU
    August
    7
    4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

    Business After Hours is a unique opportunity for Grow Cedar Valley investors to mingle and experience different business locations in the Cedar Valley.

    THU
    August
    28
    7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

    Kick off your day with Wake-Up YP, a Cedar Valley Young Professionals (CVYP) event designed to energize, inspire, and connect young professionals in the Cedar Valley. This August, join us as we welcome Bryan Earnest the Founder, President & CEO at ...

    THU
    September
    11
    8:30 AM - 10:30 AM

    Grow Cedar Valley will host three global site selection consultants for a three-day visit to evaluate our region’s competitiveness in attracting domestic and international businesses. The panel will share feedback on Waterloo, Cedar Falls, and the ...

    THU
    September
    18
    7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

    Good Morning Cedar Valley provides updates from Cedar Valley Mayors, a Black Hawk County Supervisor representative, and Grow Cedar Valley President/CEO Katy Susong.

    THU
    September
    18
    4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

    Join Us for the CVYP Happy Hour! You are invited to check out the new 'Bootleggers' Kitchen & Bar in Waterloo. Another great opportunity to connect with fellow young professionals. This event is a chance to relax, catch up, enjoy a beverage or two, ...

    WED
    September
    24
    8:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    This is an excellent opportunity for GCV investors to network in a relaxed atmosphere with investors, community leaders, and potential clients.

    TUE
    September
    30
    3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

    Grow Cedar Valley Investors: Join us on Tuesday, September 30th at Bien Venu in Cedar Falls for Power Networking! This fast-paced, interactive event is designed to maximize your networking potential. Participants are paired up and will engage in a ...

    WED
    October
    1
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    CVLI Session 1 - Leadership Foundations

    THU
    October
    2

    Who: Community partners, leaders, and stakeholders from across the Cedar Valley What: Community Ideas Workshop — an interactive session to share ideas, test strategies, and shape next steps for the study When: Thursday, October 2nd. There are two ...

    FRI
    October
    24
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM
    THU
    October
    30
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    The Opportunity Summit is Grow Cedar Valley’s annual event dedicated to advancing inclusive, resilient workplaces and communities.

    THU
    October
    30
    4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

    Join Us for the CVYP Fall Social! You are invited to get creative and think of a fun costume while enjoying all of the fun and games at the Double Tap (Tap Tap) Arcade in Cedar Falls. Another great opportunity to connect with fellow young ...

    TUE
    November
    4
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

    Finding Common Ground Across Differences

    WED
    November
    5
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    CVLI Session 2 - Servant Leadership

    THU
    November
    6
    4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

    Business After Hours is a unique opportunity for Grow Cedar Valley investors to mingle and experience different business locations in the Cedar Valley.

    THU
    November
    13
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    The Small Business & Startup Summit is a one-day event designed to inspire and empower entrepreneurs and small business owners at any stage of their journey.

    WED
    November
    19
    7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

    Kick off your day with Wake-Up YP, a Cedar Valley Young Professionals (CVYP) event designed to energize, inspire, and connect young professionals in the Cedar Valley.

    TUE
    December
    2
    8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

    Grow Cedar Valley Investors: Join us on Tuesday, September 30th at Bien Venu in Cedar Falls for Power Networking! This fast-paced, interactive event is designed to maximize your networking potential. Participants are paired up and will engage in a ...

    WED
    December
    3
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    CVLI Session 3 - Meet Your Cedar Valley, Multicultural Tour

    SAT
    December
    6
    10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

    Shop Local: Kick off the season with a bag full of local love.

    THU
    December
    11
    7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

    Good Morning Cedar Valley provides updates from Cedar Valley Mayors, a Black Hawk County Supervisor representative, and Grow Cedar Valley President/CEO Katy Susong.

    WED
    December
    17
    4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

    Pre-Session Legislative Reception to show support for pro-business policies and initiatives that strengthen the Cedar Valley as a place to live and do business.

    THU
    December
    18
    4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

    Join Us for the CVYP Happy Hour at Lighthouse Lounge in Waterloo

    WED
    January
    7
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    CVLI Session 4 - Political Leadership/Media Relations

    FRI
    January
    9
    8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

    Friday Forum offers Grow Cedar Valley investors direct access to local leadership on issues shaping our communities.

    MON
    January
    19
    10:00 AM - 11:30 AM

    Make an Impact with CVYP: MLK Day of Service at the UNI-Dome CVYP is rolling up our sleeves for a morning of community impact and we want YOU there! Join fellow young professionals as we team up with the University of Northern Iowa, Volunteer Center ...

    THU
    January
    22
    8:00 AM - 8:45 AM
    THU
    January
    22
    9:00 AM - 12:00 PM
    WED
    February
    4
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    CVLI Session 5 - Education in the Cedar Valley

    THU
    February
    5
    1:00 PM - 5:00 PM

    The 2026 Cedar Valley Home Builders Association Housing Conference is almost here — proudly presented by First Bank! Don’t miss this opportunity to connect & learn!! Get your tickets today: https://cedarvalleyhomebuilders.com/shop/ Questions? Reach ...

    THU
    February
    5
    4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

    Business After Hours is a unique opportunity for Grow Cedar Valley investors to mingle and experience different business locations in the Cedar Valley.

    WED
    February
    11
    7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

    Kick off your day with Wake-Up YP, a Cedar Valley Young Professionals (CVYP) event designed to energize, inspire, and connect young professionals in the Cedar Valley.

    THU
    February
    12
    11:30 AM - 1:00 PM

    Talent Talks: What YPs Look For in an Employer

    FRI
    February
    13
    8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

    Friday Forum offers Grow Cedar Valley investors direct access to local leadership on issues shaping our communities.

    TUE
    February
    17
    11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    CVMA Meeting - Kickoff Event

    MON
    February
    23
    5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

    This will be a joint reception between Grow Cedar Valley, Iowa City Chamber and Ames Alliance.

    SAT
    February
    28
    4:30 PM - 9:00 PM

    Welcome to the Valley: Pints, Pucks, & People A Cedar Valley Newcomer Event Have you recently moved to the Cedar Valley (within the last two years)? Whether you’re here for a new job, a new chapter, or a fresh start, we want to help you feel at home, ...

    WED
    March
    4
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    CVLI Session 6 - Healthcare & Wellness

    THU
    March
    12
    7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

    Good Morning Cedar Valley provides updates from Cedar Valley Mayors along with Grow Cedar Valley President/CEO Katy Susong and a Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors representative.

    FRI
    March
    13
    8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

    Friday Forum offers Grow Cedar Valley investors direct access to local leadership on issues shaping our communities.

    FRI
    March
    27
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

    Cheer on the Waterloo Black Hawks with your fellow young professionals at our next CVYP Social!

    WED
    April
    1
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    CVLI Session 7 -Economic & Community Development

    THU
    April
    2
    5:30 PM - 9:00 PM

    Save the date for our biggest event of the year! The Annual Celebration brings together 600+ business and community leaders to recognize the businesses, organizations, and individuals making an impact in the Cedar Valley. Last year, we got to shake ...

    FRI
    April
    10
    8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

    Friday Forum offers Grow Cedar Valley investors direct access to local leadership on issues shaping our communities.

    THU
    April
    23
    4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

    Serve up some connection and a little friendly competition at our April CVYP Wellness Hour!

    FRI
    May
    1
    8:00 AM - 9:00 AM

    Friday Forum offers Grow Cedar Valley investors direct access to local leadership on issues shaping our communities.

    WED
    May
    6
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    CVLI Session 8 - Capstone

    THU
    May
    7
    4:30 PM - 6:00 PM

    Business After Hours is a unique opportunity for Grow Cedar Valley investors to mingle and experience different business locations in the Cedar Valley.

    THU
    May
    14
    8:00 AM - 10:00 AM

    CVMA - Q2 Meeting

    THU
    May
    21
    4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

    Make an Impact with CVYP: Trail Cleanup at Hartman Reserve. CVYP is rolling up our sleeves for an evening of community impact and we want YOU there! Join fellow young professionals as we team up with Heartman Reserve

    WED
    June
    10
    8:00 AM - 5:00 PM

    Leadercast is an all-day, live rebroadcast, educational experience that brings the insight and expertise of world-renowned leaders right here to the Cedar Valley. This one-day leadership event, with more than 100,000 attendees worldwide annually, ...

    THU
    June
    11
    7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

    Kick off your day with Wake-Up YP, a Cedar Valley Young Professionals (CVYP) event designed to energize, inspire, and connect young professionals in the Cedar Valley.

    TUE
    June
    16
    11:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    Cedar Valley Intern Connect: Discover & Connect + Building Your Life in the Cedar Valley. A Two-Day Intern Experience.

    THU
    June
    25
    7:30 AM - 9:00 AM

    Good Morning Cedar Valley provides updates from Cedar Valley Mayors along with Grow Cedar Valley President/CEO Katy Susong and a Black Hawk County Board of Supervisors representative.

    WED
    July
    8
    4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

    Reconnect. Catch Up. Celebrate the Network. Calling all CVLI graduates!

    TUE
    July
    14
    11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

    Shop The Valley is a monthly community shopping initiative created by Grow Cedar Valley to spotlight locally owned investor businesses through featured two-hour shopping events.

    TUE
    July
    21
    11:30 AM - 5:00 PM

    Cedar Valley Intern Connect: Discover & Connect + Building Your Life in the Cedar Valley. A Two-Day Intern Experience.

    THU
    July
    23
    4:30 PM - 6:30 PM

    Get ready to swing into summer with CVYP!

    THU
    July
    30
    6:00 PM - 9:00 PM

    Welcome to the Valley: Hot Dogs, Home Runs & Ball Park Vibes

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