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Upcoming Events

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CoderDojo with the Iowa Flood Center

Saturday, September 19, 2026 1:00pm to 3:00pm
Cedar Rapids

NewBoCo’s CoderDojo program offers free STEM exploration opportunities for K-5 students in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and the surrounding areas. Rotating stations include topics such as game design, animation, robotics, engineering, electronics, and coding. New subjects are regularly added, keeping the programming dynamic and engaging for returning participants. Learn more about CoderDojo.

This Session’s Special Guest: Iowa Flood Center

The Iowa Flood Center (IFC) puts science-based information and...

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Iowa City Climate Fest

Tuesday, September 22, 2026 5:30pm to 6:30pm
The Englert

The City's 7th annual Climate Fest is a celebration of the many ways our community takes action to address climate change. From an expansion of the City’s compost facility to the GROW Solar group buy program, we continue to make progress towards our climate action goals.

IIHR—Hydroscience & Engineering and Iowa Flood Center researcher Jesus Gomez-Velez will be present on Tuesday, September 22 to represent the department's active engagement in climate-related research. Gomez-Velez has recently...

Past Events

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From the Driftless to the Delta: Rethinking Water Protections in the Mississippi River Watershed

Thursday, October 30, 2025 12:30pm to 2:00pm
Boyd Law Building

Join us for a timely panel discussion exploring how states, communities, and advocates are responding to the regulatory and environmental uncertainties left in the wake of the Sackett v. EPA decision. With a focus on wetlands and water protections across the Mississippi River watershed — from the bluffs of the Driftless Region to the bayous of the Delta — this conversation brings together regional experts to highlight innovative legal, policy, and collaborative approaches for safeguarding...

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IFSMA 13th Annual Fall Conference

Thursday, November 6, 2025 8:00am to 5:00pm
Otter Creek Golf Course

Join us for the 13th Annual Iowa Floodplain & Stormwater Management Association Fall Conference!

The conference will be held on Thursday, November 6, at Otter Creek Golf Course in Ankeny, Iowa, and will feature a day full of presentations and networking opportunities.

Larry Weber, Iowa Flood Center director, and Dan Gilles, water resources engineer, will present on key topics, including:

Iowa Flood Center Tools and Services for Iowans

Applications of Forecasting Tools in Local Government Flood...

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ICYF STEAM Night

Saturday, November 8, 2025 4:00pm to 7:00pm
Indianola Community Youth Foundation

Roll up your sleeves—it's time to experiment, explore, and engineer at the Indianola Community Youth Foundation's STEAM Night!

This free community event is open to families of all ages, with hands-on learning stations, interactive activities, and exciting demonstrations. Organizations will be providing an interactive booth or demonstration that inspires excitement around science, technology, engineering, art, or math. This is a great opportunity to spark curiosity in STEAM fields!

The event will...

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Devastation of a coastal aquifer from the most powerful storm ever: a story of resilience and recovery

Friday, December 12, 2025 1:30pm to 2:30pm
Stanley Hydraulics Laboratory
The northwest Pacific Ocean is a hot spot for sea level rise and increasing frequency of stronger storms. It is where Supertyphoon Haiyan formed, the strongest storm on record to hit land, which provided a window into the hydrologic impacts of an extreme storm.
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Environmental Advocacy Day

Wednesday, February 25, 2026 8:30am to 3:30pm
Iowa State Capitol

Join us! Support Iowa's environment and the health of all Iowans.

IIHR—Hydroscience & Engineering and the Iowa Flood center will be joining the Iowa Environmental Council's Environmental Advocacy Day to discuss research and tools that are helping Iowans prepare for extreme weather, including floods, droughts, groundwater, and water quality challenges.

This event is free and open to the public, but registration is required.

We hope to see you there!

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Danville Family STREAM Night

Tuesday, March 3, 2026 5:00pm to 7:00pm
Danville Community Schools

You're invited to the Danville Family STREAM night on Tuesday, March 3!

Danville's family STREAM night will bring together students, parents, and community members for an evening of hands-on learning, exploration, and inspiration. Local businesses and organizations will provide STREAM-related activities for families to participate in. The Iowa Flood Center will be hosting a table, displaying their interactive watershed model that educates Iowans on flooding in order to keep our communities safe.

W...

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Iowa Flood Center & Iowa Geological Survey Legislative Breakfast

Tuesday, March 10, 2026 7:00am to 9:00am
Iowa State Capitol

Thanks to the leadership and foresight of the Iowa Legislature, Iowans have access to reliable tools and resources through the collaborative efforts of the Iowa Flood Center (IFC) and Iowa Geological Survey (IGS) to enhance decision-making for floods, droughts, and groundwater challenges that impact our state.

IFC and IGS students, staff, and researchers will host their annual legislative breakfast reception on Tuesday, March 10 from 7 to 9 a.m. at the Iowa State Capitol Building in the first...

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Celebrate Iowa's Outdoors Day

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 10:00am to 1:00pm
Iowa State Capitol

Come to the Capitol for interactive displays, speakers and to connect with legislators for Celebrate Iowa's Outdoors Day!

Do you love Iowa’s outdoors?

Iowa’s parks, trails, wildlife, soil and water are all part of our quality of life and cause for celebration! Connect with legislators and meet other Iowans passionate about protecting spaces for outdoor recreation and caring for our natural resources. The day will feature:

A complimentary lunch

Interactive displays

Engaging speakers

The opportunity to...

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West Liberty Science Night

Thursday, April 2, 2026 5:30pm to 7:30pm
West Liberty Elementary School

K-4 children and parents are invited to the West Liberty Science Night on Thursday, April 2nd!

Join us for a fun-filled night of interactive science demonstrations and activities provided by various organizations, including IIHR—Hydroscience & Engineering and the Iowa Flood Center.

We hope to see you there!

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STEM Skate Off

Saturday, April 11, 2026 5:00pm
Xtream Arena
STEM Night at Xtream Arena, presented by Shoemaker @ Haaland, brings science, technology, engineering, and math to life with interactive exhibits and hands-on activities on the concourse.