Third Year Anniversary of the Iraq War

This weekend marks the Third Year Anniversary of the Iraq War. There are rallies going to be held all around the state...

Davenport - 4 separate events going on

WHEN: Saturday, March 18
WHERE: in front of the Borders off I-74
WHEN: Sat, March 18 from 2:00-4:00

Dubuque

"Imagine a World at Peace" will take place on Sunday, March 19, 2006, from 1:00 to 5:00 pm in The Warehouse at 1000 Jackson St. in downtown Dubuque, Iowa. Come and join with others who believe that we should make art not war, and that each of us has something important to offer in creating a more peaceful world. This is a one-day, family-oriented event commemorating the 3rd anniversary of the beginning of the war in Iraq. It will open with a drum circle, and will feature live music, poetry reading, two- and three-dimensional works of art, and children’s art activities. There is no charge to attend, and you are invited to come for all or part of the afternoon.

Des Moines

WHAT: Candlelight Vigil for Peace
WHEN: Sunday, March 19 from 6:30-7:30
WHERE: West Steps of the State Capitol Des Moines, IA
On the third anniversary of the U.S. War in Iraq, join this remembrance of fallen soldiers, Iraqi citizens and the loved ones they left behind. Please bring a candle and holder.

Ames

WHAT: Peace March & Rally
WHEN: Sunday, March 19, 2006
2:30PM--March from Iowa State Center (Lincoln Way and Elwood Drive)
3:00PM--March from Roosevelt School (9th St. between Northwestern Ave.
& Roosevelt Ave.)
4:00PM--Rally at Lincoln Center (Lincoln Way and Grand Ave.)
WHERE: Lincoln Center (Lincoln Way and Grand Ave.), Ames
INFO: Bring peace signs and lots of friends… some signs will be provided.
There will be speakers, music, free soup and coffee at the rally beginning
at 4 p.m.

Cedar Rapids

WHAT: Three Years Too Many Candlelight Vigil
WHERE: First Avenue Bridge Downtown Cedar Rapids
WHEN: Sunday, March 19th at 7:00

Cedar Falls is having events all week long. For more info on the Troops out NOW! week click here.