Iowa Music and Arts Association
Steve Mickelson is a proud member of the Iowa Music and Arts Association Board. IMAA is a non-profit organization committed to preserving the education and performance of music and arts to create long term positive impacts on the community.
Photo provided by Cindy Hadish
Friends of The District
Pictured is the Ribbon Cutting for the re-opening of Lion Bridge in The District and the arches to reflect New Bohemia and Czech Village.
Soldier Program
Red Cedar honors clients and their family members that are active-duty military or veterans by gifting them a care package every November. We strongly believe in recognizing our freedoms and honoring those that have sacrificed on our behalf.
Downtowners Toastmasters
Every Wednesday at 12:05pm, the Downtowners Toastmasters Club #684 meets at Red Cedar to practice growing their speaking and leadership skills. The club focuses on coaching, learning, and personal development. Theresa Mickelson was The District 19 2019-2020 Director.
Pictured is Downtowners President, Area Director, and Division Director.
Miss Czech-Slovak Iowa
Audrey Mickelson, Red Cedar’s marketing assistant, is currently serving all Czech-Slovak Iowans on a state level as a cultural ambassador. As Queen, Miss Czech-Slovak Iowa 2022-2023, Audrey has represented Iowa in South Dakota, Missouri, and Nebraska encouraging the younger generations to remember their heritage.
Tournament of Drums
Steve and Theresa Mickelson participate in the organizing committee for an annual Drum Corps International show held in the heart of Cedar Rapids. Tournament of Drums has been around since the 1950s. It was revitalized by the committee in 2015 and now draws thousands.
Photo provided by Cindy Hadish
Make-A-Wish Foundation
In conjunction with Sunrise Rotary, we have been active as a sponsor at the annual golf outing since 2013. The event is held to raise money for Make-A-Wish Iowa.