BEGIN:VCALENDAR VERSION:2.0 PRODID:-//Ripley United Church of Christ - ECPv6.15.12.2//NONSGML v1.0//EN CALSCALE:GREGORIAN METHOD:PUBLISH X-ORIGINAL-URL:https://ripleyucc.org X-WR-CALDESC:Events for Ripley United Church of Christ REFRESH-INTERVAL;VALUE=DURATION:PT1H X-Robots-Tag:noindex X-PUBLISHED-TTL:PT1H BEGIN:VTIMEZONE TZID:America/Chicago BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20250309T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20251102T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20260308T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20261101T070000 END:STANDARD BEGIN:DAYLIGHT TZOFFSETFROM:-0600 TZOFFSETTO:-0500 TZNAME:CDT DTSTART:20270314T080000 END:DAYLIGHT BEGIN:STANDARD TZOFFSETFROM:-0500 TZOFFSETTO:-0600 TZNAME:CST DTSTART:20271107T070000 END:STANDARD END:VTIMEZONE BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T130000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260304T180000 DTSTAMP:20260507T181840 CREATED:20260301T022149Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260301T022334Z UID:4013-1772629200-1772647200@ripleyucc.org SUMMARY:Ripley Stitchers are Stitching today ! DESCRIPTION:Extra day to work on those quilts for the March 21st Quilt show! \n  \nGroup will be stitching during the afternoon hours and wrapping up just before the Lenten Meal at 6 pm.  Questions?  Contact Jane Knoop for details. 319-478-8156 URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/ripley-stitchers-are-stitching-today/ LOCATION:Ripley UCC Fellowship Hall\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675 CATEGORIES:Patchwork Stitching ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Knoop":MAILTO:janekoop13@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260305T143000 DTSTAMP:20260507T181840 CREATED:20260219T005447Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T005750Z UID:3989-1772701200-1772721000@ripleyucc.org SUMMARY:Patchwork Warms Hearts DESCRIPTION:  \nJoin us!  As we stitch small pieces of fabric into patchwork quilts that warm the hearts of those in need. \nDoors open at 9am  Enter at the north door. Questions? Contact Jane Knoop  319-478-8156 \n  \nOur Alter Committee utilized the Quilts made by the Ripley Stitchers to decorate the Pulpit for The Blessing of the Quilts 11 02 25\nMarch 21st – The Traer Quilt Experience\nBinding Faith and Community through Patchwork\nPast – Present & Future \nThe Ripley Stitchers are working with the Traer Historical Museum and the Traer\nPublic Library to bring a Quilting Experience to the community in honor of National\nQuilting Month-March & \n○ Ripley UCC Quilts Show and Exhibit 10am – 4pm\n■ The Quilters will be showcasing their mission work.\n■ The Ripley Family is invited to bring “special” quilts to share with\nthe community as part of our quilt show and include the story of\nthe quilt.\n■ Exhibits will be featured throughout the church showcasing\npatchwork.\n■ Children’s activity / Make and Take .\n■ Quilt recipients are being invited to participate: Sleep in\nHeavenly Peace \, C.H.A.T. \, Americans for Independent Living\,\nCedar Valley Hospice\, Maternal Health and Wellness(formerly the\nStork’s Nest)\n■ Donation Drive for fabric and sewing supplies no longer needed.\n■ Ripley Missions Committee along with the Traer United Methodist\nChurch will be organizing lunch. serving 11am – 2pm\n● Lunch for Purchase includes:\n○ Choice of Chili\, Chicken Noodle or Creamy Chicken\nand Wild Rice Soup\n○ Ham and Turkey Sandwiches\n○ Pie/Bars for dessert – See a sign up in the Kitchen \n○ The Traer Historical Museum is participating 10am – 4pm\n■ Will be featuring quilts in windows for month of March\n■ Opperman Quilts and additional quilts on display\n■ Quilt process exhibit\n■ The Quilt Block Coloring Experience\n● Art project for select grades at NT and Hudson\n● The museum and Ripley will be displaying entries on March\n21st\n■ Hosting speaker Cherie Dargon at 1:30pm. Author of the\n“Grandmother’s Treasure’s” Series \n○ The Traer Public Library is participating 10am – Noon\n■ Sponsoring a Wooden Quilt Block Painting contest\n■ Quilt show honoring the late Cynthia Stary Dranja’s quilts.\n■ Additional quilt related options in the planning stage URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/patchwork-warms-hearts-47/ LOCATION:Ripley UCC Fellowship Hall\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675 CATEGORIES:Patchwork Stitching ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Knoop":MAILTO:janekoop13@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260312T140000 DTSTAMP:20260507T181840 CREATED:20260219T010317Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T013043Z UID:3990-1773306000-1773324000@ripleyucc.org SUMMARY:PATCHWORK WARMS HEARTS DESCRIPTION:Be a part of the mission!   No experience needed.  Meeting every Thursday. Enter at the North door – 9am until 2.  Bring a sack lunch and enjoy fellowship .   Questions? Contact Jane Knoop 319-478-8156 \n  \nMarch 21st – The Traer Quilt Experience\nBinding Faith and Community through Patchwork\nPast – Present & Future \nThe Ripley Stitchers are working with the Traer Historical Museum and the Traer\nPublic Library to bring a Quilting Experience to the community in honor of National\nQuilting Month-March & \n○ Ripley UCC Quiltshow and Exhibit 10am – 4pm\n■ The Quilters will be showcasing their mission work.\n■ The Ripley Family is invited to bring “special” quilts to share with\nthe community as part of our quilt show and include the story of\nthe quilt.\n■ Exhibits will be featured throughout the church showcasing\npatchwork.\n■ Children’s activity / Make and Take .\n■ Quilt recipients are being invited to participate: Sleep in\nHeavenly Peace \, C.H.A.T. \, Americans for Independent Living\,\nCedar Valley Hospice\, Maternal Health and Wellness(formerly the\nStork’s Nest)\n■ Donation Drive for fabric and sewing supplies no longer needed. \n■ Ripley Missions Committee along with the Traer United Methodist\nChurch will be organizing lunch. serving 11am – 2pm\n● Lunch for Purchase includes:\n○ Choice of Chili\, Chicken Noodle or Creamy Chicken\nand Wild Rice Soup\n○ Ham and Turkey Sandwiches\n○ Pie/Bars for dessert – See a sign up in the Kitchen \n○ The Traer Historical Museum is participating 10am – 4pm\n■ Will be featuring quilts in windows for month of March\n■ Opperman Quilts and additional quilts on display\n■ Quilt process exhibit\n■ The Quilt Block Coloring Experience\n● Art project for select grades at NT and Hudson\n● The museum and Ripley will be displaying entries on March\n21st\n■ Hosting speaker Cherie Dargon at 1:30pm. Author of the\n“Grandmother’s Treasure’s” Series \n○ The Traer Public Library is participating 10am – Noon\n■ Sponsoring a Wooden Quilt Block Painting contest\n■ Quilt show honoring the late Cynthia Stary Dranja’s quilts.\n■ Additional quilt related options in the planning stage URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/patchwork-warms-hearts-48/ LOCATION:Ripley UCC Fellowship Hall\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675 CATEGORIES:Community,Patchwork Stitching ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Knoop":MAILTO:janekoop13@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260314T140000 DTSTAMP:20260507T181840 CREATED:20260218T025640Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T203805Z UID:3978-1773478800-1773496800@ripleyucc.org SUMMARY:Soul Stitching DESCRIPTION:Join the Ripley Stitchers URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/soul-stitching-16/ LOCATION:Ripley UCC Fellowship Hall\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675 CATEGORIES:Patchwork Stitching ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Knoop":MAILTO:janekoop13@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260315T100000 DTSTAMP:20260507T181840 CREATED:20260218T025308Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260218T025308Z UID:3977-1773565200-1773568800@ripleyucc.org SUMMARY:Blessing of the Quilts DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/blessing-of-the-quilts-2/ LOCATION:Sunday Service at Ripley UCC\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675 CATEGORIES:Patchwork Stitching,Sunday Service ORGANIZER;CN="Bridge Minister Jim Coppoc":MAILTO:jimatripley@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260319T143000 DTSTAMP:20260507T181840 CREATED:20260219T011235Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T014040Z UID:3991-1773910800-1773930600@ripleyucc.org SUMMARY:Patchwork Warms Hearts DESCRIPTION:Creating the backdrop for the Ripley UCC Quilt Show  “The Stories of those who Stitch at Ripley” \nWe are working hard to bring you : \nThe Traer Quilt Experience  \nBinding Faith and Community through Patchwork\nPast – Present & Future \n  \nThe Ripley Stitchers are working with the Traer Historical Museum and the Traer\nPublic Library to bring a Quilting Experience to the community in honor of National\nQuilting Month-March & \n  \n○ Ripley UCC Quiltshow and Exhibit 10am – 4pm\n■ The Quilters will be showcasing their mission work.\n■ The Ripley Family is invited to bring “special” quilts to share with\nthe community as part of our quilt show and include the story of\nthe quilt.\n■ Exhibits will be featured throughout the church showcasing\npatchwork.\n■ Children’s activity / Make and Take .\n■ Quilt recipients are being invited to participate: Sleep in\nHeavenly Peace \, C.H.A.T. \, Americans for Independent Living\,\nCedar Valley Hospice\, Maternal Health and Wellness(formerly the\nStork’s Nest)\n■ Donation Drive for fabric and sewing supplies no longer needed. \n  \n■ Ripley Missions Committee along with the Traer United Methodist\nChurch will be organizing lunch. serving 11am – 2pm\n● Lunch for Purchase includes:\n○ Choice of Chili\, Chicken Noodle or Creamy Chicken\nand Wild Rice Soup\n○ Ham and Turkey Sandwiches\n○ Pie/Bars for dessert – See a sign up in the Kitchen \n  \n○ The Traer Historical Museum is participating 10am – 4pm\n■ Will be featuring quilts in windows for month of March\n■ Opperman Quilts and additional quilts on display\n■ Quilt process exhibit\n■ The Quilt Block Coloring Experience\n● Art project for select grades at NT and Hudson\n● The museum and Ripley will be displaying entries on March\n21st\n■ Hosting speaker Cherie Dargon at 1:30pm. Author of the\n“Grandmother’s Treasure’s” Series \n  \n○ The Traer Public Library is participating 10am – Noon\n■ Sponsoring a Wooden Quilt Block Painting contest\n■ Quilt show honoring the late Cynthia Stary Dranja’s quilts.\n■ Additional quilt related options in the planning stage URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/patchwork-warms-hearts-49/ LOCATION:Ripley UCC Fellowship Hall\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675 CATEGORIES:Community,Patchwork Stitching ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Knoop":MAILTO:janekoop13@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T100000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260321T160000 DTSTAMP:20260507T181840 CREATED:20260125T022000Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260318T124958Z UID:3827-1774087200-1774108800@ripleyucc.org SUMMARY:The Stories of Those Who Stitch - The Traer Quilt Experience DESCRIPTION:The Ripley Stitchers are collaborating with The Traer Historical Museum and The Traer Public Library on \nThe Traer Quilt Experience Ripley b \n  \nThe Traer Quilt Experience.   Binding faith and community with patchwork.  Past – Present & Future.   10 am – 4 pm \nShowcasing the quilts that are made with love by the Ripley Stitchers and quilts made by those who stitch at Ripley. \nExhibits will be throughout the church.   Representatives from CHAT\, Sleep in Heavenly Peace\, Americans for Independent Living\, Tama County \nMaternal Health and Wellness\, Cedar Valley Hospice and will be on hand to explain how our mission of quilts benefit those in need. \n  \nAlso on hand will be Teri Sellers from Bobbins and Boards in Vinton.  She is our machine quilting artist as she quilted our RAFFLE Quilt \nAnswering all questions about machine quilting and sharing information about her retreat location. \n  \nConcessions will be available from 11 -2 organized by the Ripley Missions Committee and supported by Traer United Methodist Church. \n  \nLooking to reduce your fabric stash?  We can help!  Donation Drop off! \n  \nChildren’s Activity!  Make and Take activities. \n  \n \n  \nWatch for more activities at the Museum and the Library!    URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/the-stories-of-those-who-stitch-the-traer-quilt-experience/ LOCATION:Ripley Church\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675 CATEGORIES:Community,Patchwork Stitching,Special Event ORGANIZER;CN="Annette Knoop":MAILTO:annetteatripley@gmail.com END:VEVENT BEGIN:VEVENT DTSTART;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T090000 DTEND;TZID=America/Chicago:20260326T143000 DTSTAMP:20260507T181840 CREATED:20260219T011913Z LAST-MODIFIED:20260219T013927Z UID:3992-1774515600-1774535400@ripleyucc.org SUMMARY:Patchwork Warms Hearts DESCRIPTION: URL:https://ripleyucc.org/event/patchwork-warms-hearts-50/ LOCATION:Ripley UCC Fellowship Hall\, 400 South Main Street\, Traer\, IA\, 50675 CATEGORIES:Community,Patchwork Stitching ORGANIZER;CN="Jane Knoop":MAILTO:janekoop13@gmail.com END:VEVENT END:VCALENDAR