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Latest News & Events
Trans Lives Festival * Saturday, June 6 * 10 AM to 5 PM
What is Trans Lives Festival?
The annual Central Iowa Trans Lives Festival provides an affirming space for trans adults and youth to
celebrate & present their creative work to the LGBTQIA community and allied members of the public.
Sponsored by the Queer & Transgender Action Group (QTAG) of First Unitarian Church of Des Moines,
an LGBTQIA Welcoming Congregation & member of the Unitarian Universalist Association, and the
Iowa Unitarian Universalist Witness & Advocacy Network (IUUWAN).
Questions? Email translivesfestival@ucdsm.org
Read MoreUU the Vote’s strategy for getting out the vote this fall
The Supreme Court’s 6-3 decision in Louisiana v. Callais is a profound moral wound, not only to the people of Louisiana, but to the promise of a multiracial democracy. This decision invalidates Louisiana’s second Congressional district and paves the way for states to dismantle Black and Latino voting districts across the country. As Unitarian Universalists, we cannot remain silent.
Read MoreGray Area Thinking, a workshop on “inclusion” facilitated by Ellie Krug
Gray Area Thinking, a workshop on “inclusion” facilitated by Ellie Krug
When: Saturday, April 25, 2026 from 3:00 p.m. to 5:00 p.m.
Where: Unity Center of Cedar Rapids
3791 Blairs Ferry Rd NE
Cedar Rapids, IA 52402
Who: Free and open to the public.
To reserve your spot, RSVP at https://forms.gle/3BmrarzxrYrM8Q6m9
In 2009, at the age of fifty-two, Ellie Krug transitioned from male to female while living in Cedar Rapids. Since then, she has worked to make the world fairer and more inclusive for all humans, particularly those considered “Other.”
Read MoreIn Decorah: “Aloka the Peace Dog” Choosing to walk with peace. With Guest Speaker Shelley Buffalo
“Aloka the Peace Dog” Choosing to walk with peace.
in Decorah this Sunday March 15, 10:00
Also:
“Rematriation and Indigenous Futurism”
Monday March 16 – 4:30
Read MoreCalled To Climate Action 2026
Please join me for the “Called to Climate Action” conference of the Iowa Faith and Climate Network on Saturday, March 21, from 9 am to 5 pm, at St. Paul’s United Methodist Church, 1340 3rd Ave. SE, in Cedar Rapids.
As the board chair for this nonprofit organization, I am excited to welcome neighbors and visitors to Cedar Rapids for this event. Please share with others who might be interested.
We do want people to register for this event (basic cost is $35, but scholarships are available) at this link:
https://iowafaithandclimate.org/ctca-registration/