Muscatine coalition hosts LGBTQIA+ community picnic
MUSCATINE — LGBTQ+ community members and allies in the Muscatine County area are encouraged to attend this Saturday’s Community Picnic, hosted by the Muscatine County LGBTQIA+ Equality Coalition. Happening from 4 to 7 p.m., the gathering is a chance to enjoy community and warm up for the coming Pride season. Hot dogs and hamburgers will be provided; if you’re able, bring a side dish to share. The gathering is 4 to 7 p.m. at Fuller Park, 3205 Cedar St. The coalition formed in 2023 and features several Muscatine County organizations “working toward a shared vision of equality for people who identify across the spectrum of sexual orientations and gender identities.”
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Humanist youth summer camp open for registration
CENTRAL CITY — Camp Quest North, a secular and humanist camp for kids and teens, is encouraging registrations for its upcoming Aug. 2-8 session. The camp melds traditional camping activities like hiking and games with activities to encourage “rational inquiry, free speech, active citizenship, and respect.” Camp Quest North also welcomes youth regardless of “religious affiliation, race, class, sex, sexual orientation, gender identity and expression, ability or any other characteristic that makes them unique.” Admission is $690 for the weeklong camp; kids ages 8 to 17 can participate. Head here to learn more or register. Camp Quest North is located just north of Cedar Rapids at 4521 Boy Scouts Rd, Central City.
