Isle of Iowa Events:
No official club events this week, but it should give you time to check out all the other local events happening in the area!
Coming up…
Wed, July 3rd – Coralville 4th Fest OPH
5-11pm: S.T.MorrisonPark in Coralville featuring music by the Beaker Brothers at 6:30 pm, followed by 38 Special at 8:00 pm. Plan to spend the evening with all your Isle of Iowa Phriends. Bring sandwiches/snacks and your cooler and chair. There are also food vendors in the park. We won’t be grilling, but we will still be having phun! We will try to stake out an area near mid-field stage right, if anyone can come early and bring large tarps or blankets.
Thur, July 4th – Coralville 4th Fest Parade
9am line-up, 10am start: GEICO/McGregor parking lot off Hwy 6 West in Coralville. The theme for this 30th Annual Parade is “Blast from the Past!” Wear anything patriotic and please bring a bag or two of candy to hand out. We will have some beads and handouts to advertise our Phlocking. This is a two mile parade, so keep that in mind, the truck will be rather full with speakers and JB the Parrot. We are hoping for a big turn out for this years parade!
Thur, July 11th – Isle of Iowa Board Meeting
6–10pm: Anderson’s House, 1825 Ridgewood Terrace SE in Cedar Rapids. All members welcome.
Mon, July 15th – 2013 Phlocking Committee Meeting
6-9pm: Clarion Hotel, 525 33rd Ave SW in Cedar Rapids. Anyone interested in the Phlocking is encouraged to attend. We need your support to help make this a successful event to benefit the Eastern Iowa Honor Flight.
Thur, July 18th – July Monthly Isle of Iowa Meeting
6–10:30pm: Gus’ Food & Spirits, 2421 Coral Court in Coralville. Our 3rd quarter charity is the East Central Iowa Alzheimer’s Association. This is a special event with Scott Kirby playing from 7:30 – 10:30pm and double parrot points will be given to all in attendance!
Fri, July 19th – Uptown Friday Nights with the Cedar Island Band
5-8pm: GreeneSquarePark in Cedar Rapids. We will have a sign up sheet at the Thursday meeting for volunteers to help man our clubs table and hopefully serve beer. Come out in your club shirts to help advertise the Phlocking and have some Phun with the Cedar Island Band. The rumor is Ashley will be playing with the band too!
Sat, July 20th – Solon Beef Days Parade
10am: Save the date, more details to follow.
Sat, July 20th – Woodphlock 2013 Bus Trip
1-11pm at the Paddle Wheel, 613 Jefferson St in Burlington, IA. The Southeast Iowa Parrot Head Club Phlocking for the Disabled American Veterans. Music by Musical Blades, Aaron Stevens, and Mr. Myers Band. We have a sign up sheet for a bus trip, if you want to sign up for the bus please send me an e-mail so I can add you to the list (bus/ticket cost $50).
Sat, Aug 3rd – Jimmy Buffett Night at the Kernals
Please make your reservations today with Gerald. He can be reached at 319-551-9006 or [email protected]. The $26 price includes your ticket to the game and unlimited food and beverages including 1/3 lb hamburgers & cheeseburgers, all beef hot dogs, brats, popcorn, peanuts, dessert, pop, bottled water, and beer for three hours starting 30 minutes before game time. The Kernels will wear special Hawaiian Jerseys that will be sold during the game via a silent auction. Game time is 5 pm and the Cedar Island Band performs after the game, plus fireworks!
Other Events:
For a list of all the local events, visit: https://events.hooplanow.com/events/search
Wed, June 26th – Old Chicago America's Mini Tour Kickoff
5-8pm – Old Chicago in Coralville. Free buffet, drawings, etc. Drink beer and get a t-shirt.
Thur, June 27th – Ultimate ABBA Tribute Concert
8pm - Isle Casino in Waterloo. The Ultimate ABBA Tribute will be performing a FREE outdoor concert.
Fri, June 28th – Tracy Lawrence at Linn Co Fair Grandstand (Cancelled)
7:30pm – Central City. Cost is $20 at the door. Fireworks following the concert.
Fri, June 28th – Uptown Friday Nights
5-8pm - Music by the Large Midgets. $5 entry fee. Continue the party at the Chrome Horse Saloon: 8 Seconds Band plays outside 6-9pm and Lonesome Road plays inside at 9pm.
Fri-Sat, June 28-29th – Trek Fest XXIX
5pm-1am Fri, 8am-1am Sat: Riverside, IA. "The Future Birthplace of Captain James T. Kirk" Details: https://www.trekfest.com/events.php
Sat, June 29th – Music Night at NewBo City Market
5-10pm – Bands performing are the Nadas and Simpleton & Cityfolk.
Sat, June 29th - Beer and Brat Festival
5-9pm - Millstream Brewing, 835 48th Ave in Amana. Live music from Holiday Road.
Sat, June 29th – Jimmy Buffett in Chicago
Charter One Pavilion on NortherlyIsland in Chicago. We have more than 9 members attending! Have a blast and be sure to tell us all about it!
Sun, June 30th – Southeast Iowa PHC Trop Rockin’ Summer Concerts
3-7pm: Kelly McGuire Live at the Tiki Barn, 11739 Tama Road in Burlington, IA. Door opens at 1 PM for BBQ. Bring a covered dish/desert & BYOB if attending BBQ. Show starts at 3 PM. RSVP by contacting [email protected] or call 319-759-6705. Upcoming shows include Rob Mehl on July 4th, Mark Mulligan on Aug 18th, and Thom Shepherd on Sep 20th.
Coming up…
Mon, July 1st – Balloon Glow
5:30-10:00pm – Brucemore, 2160 Linden Drive SE. Music by Lonesome Road. FREE with Freedom Festival Button. No pets but coolers are allowed.
Sat, July 13th – Cedar Island Band at the Ickey Nickel Bar & Grill 9th Annual Luau
8pm: Icky Nickel Bar & Grill in Sioux City, Iowa. Plan a road trip for a great time!
Got changes, additions, comments? Feel free to send me feedback at: [email protected]
Barracuda Randy
Social Director
Isle of Iowa PHC