Tallgrass Bioneers Conference
Last year, Imagine Grinnell hosted the first annual “Tallgrass Bioneers Conference”. This successful first outing featured live satellite broadcasts from the Bioneers Conference in San Rafael, California, as well as presentations by some of our region’s leading experts on environmental, cultural and social justice issues.  This year's event will be even bigger and better, with great live speakers, outdoor events and local food. Visit their website for details: http://www.gotoplanb.net/bioneersconference/tallhome.html

Tallgrass Bioneers Conference
Last year, Imagine Grinnell hosted the first annual “Tallgrass Bioneers Conference”. This successful first outing featured live satellite broadcasts from the Bioneers Conference in San Rafael, California, as well as presentations by some of our region’s leading experts on environmental, cultural and social justice issues.  This year's event will be even bigger and better, with great live speakers, outdoor events and local food. Visit their website for details: http://www.gotoplanb.net/bioneersconference/tallhome.html

Citizen Transportation Congress (6:30PM - 6:30PM)
The Des Moines Area Metropolitan Planning Organization (DMAMPO) will host the semi-annual Citizen Transportation Congress to discuss the update to the long-range transportation plan and other transportation issues. The meeting starts at 6:30 p.m., Wednesday, November 5, 2008, in the Roosevelt High School Library, 4419 Center Street, Des Moines, IA.

Contact Info : Luke Parris
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Lower Beaver Neighborhood Association Meeting (6:30AM - 6:30AM)
The Lower Beaver Neighborhood Association invites you to attend a meeting at the Glen Echo Church, 4323 Douglas, to discuss the proposed NW 26th Street Project/MLK Extension. Newcomers are welcome! Copy and paste the following URL into your broswer to download, view and print the flyer: http://www.1000friendsofiowa.org/images/MLK/nw26thflyer.pdf

Contact Info : John Wenck 515-274-5660

Clear Lake: Agricultural Policy Discussions (7:00PM - 7:00PM)
The Iowa Farmers Union will hold a discussion on agricultural policy at the Clear Lake Public Library. Input from farmers, consumers, and rural community members will be used to inform the Iowa Farmers Union efforts for the coming year. For more information, visit the Iowa Farmers Union website.

Contact Info : Amber Anderson MBA 1-800-775-5277
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Url: http://www.iowafarmersunion.org

Atlantic: Agricultural Policy Discussions (7:00PM - 7:00PM)
The Iowa Farmers Union will hold a discussion on agricultural policy at the Atlantic Public Library. Input from farmers, consumers, and rural community members will be used to inform the Iowa Farmers Union efforts for the coming year. For more information, visit the Iowa Farmers Union website.

Contact Info : Amber Anderson MBA 1-800-775-5227
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Url: http://www.iowafarmersunion.org

Cedar Falls - Managing Floods Of The Future: Concepts, Tools And Success Stories (8:30AM - 4:00PM)
A workshop designed for elected officials, planners, economic development staff and community leaders about floodplain management in Iowa and reducing the impact of flloods in the future. The workshop will be held at the UNI Center for Energy and Environmental Education, University of Northern Iowa, CEEE 109, Cedar Falls, IA 50614-0293. The event is free. Download the complete agenda for this event at http://www.1000friendsofiowa.org/content/view/248/. For more information call or email Kamyar at 319-273-7575 or Kamyar.Enshayan@uni.edu. To register for the workshop call or email Barbara at 319-273-2573 or Barbara.Payton@uni.edu.

Iowa City - Managing Floods Of The Future: Concepts, Tools And Success Stories (8:30AM - 4:00PM)
A workshop designed for elected officials, planners, economic development staff and community leaders about floodplain management in Iowa and reducing the impact of flloods in the future. The workshop will be held at the Johnson County Fairgrounds, Montgomery Hall, 4261 Oak Crest Hill Road SE, Iowa City, IA 52246. The event is free. Download the complete agenda for this event at http://www.1000friendsofiowa.org/content/view/248/. For more information call or email Kamyar at 319-273-7575 or Kamyar.Enshayan@uni.edu. To register for the workshop call or email Barbara at 319-273-2573 or Barbara.Payton@uni.edu.

Iowa Rivers Revival’s River Congress (9:00AM - 9:00AM)
Join Iowans from across the state to celebrate and discuss our diverse connections with rivers and the environment. The River Congress is an opportunity to develop the framework for a progressive advocacy agenda for the 2009 legislative session – taking steps to improve and maintain the quality of Iowa’s rivers and streams for generations to come. We will continue to work together to achieve these initiatives.  Help establish the RIVER BILL OF RIGHTS - a declaration of “river rights” to restore and protect our rivers and streams in their natural, free flowing state. Who should attend:  Environmental Organizations • Conservationists & Environmentalists • Watershed Groups • Farmers • Wildlife Observers • Sportsman • Recreationists • Students • Anyone concerned about the quality of Iowa’s rivers. To keep apprised of River Congress details or to RSVP, contact Rosalyn Lehman at rlehman@iowarivers.org

Contact Info : Rosalyn Lehman
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Movie Event: "FOOD MATTERS - You Are What You Eat" (4:00PM - 4:00PM)
"FOOD MATTERS - You are what you eat", a "hard hitting, fast paced look at our current state of health", will be shown on Saturday, November 22nd at 4pm at the Varsity Theater, 1207 25th St, Des Moines, IA. Tickets are $5.00, or 2-for-1 if purchased ahead of time. To purchase tickets ahead of time, stop by Stickel Chiropractic at 2913 Ingersoll. Otherwise, please RSVP to 515-255-3021. View the movie trailer by visiting www.foodmatters.tv.

Email : www.foodmatters.tv

Movie Event: "Flow - Can Anyone Really Own Water?" (6:30PM - 6:30PM)
An award winning documentary, "Flow - Can anyone really own water?", will be shown at Iowa State Historical Building on Saturday, November 22, 2008. Doors open at 6:30 pm - Movie starts at 7pm. Advance Tickets are $20 / At the door $25.00. Cash bar and reception following the film. View the movie trailer by visiting www.flowthefilm.com. Sponsored by www.iowarivers.org.

Email : www.flowthefilm.com