Systems Unlimited, Inc

Barnes and Noble Fundraiser
2022-02-04 | Barnes and Noble, 1451 Coralridge Ave, Coralville, IA, 52241, United States
Calling all coffee and book lovers—it’s time to mark your calendars! Systems Unlimited is hosting a book fair fundraiser at the Coral Ridge Barnes & Noble on Friday, February 4th.
During this event, you will be able to enjoy art made by persons served displayed in the coffee shop and a percentage of all purchases from our Systems Unlimited family will be donated to Systems Unlimited!
How does it work?
On February 4th, during your purchase at Barnes & Noble present the book fair voucher attached below. We can also email it to you if you send it to us. The cashier will then apply the purchase towards our SUI fundraiser and it is easy as that!
You need to present the voucher or the purchase will not be contributed to our book fair. This includes any purchases made in the coffee shop.
Does it have to be a purchase at the Coral Ridge Barnes & Noble?
Nope! While the Coral Ridge Barnes & Noble is our host location, you can make a purchase at any Barnes & Noble in the states or on the Barnes & Noble Website and have it contribute towards our book fair. You will still need to present our book fair voucher or number during the time of purchase to be applied to our fundraiser.
Can I purchase online?
Yes! Visit bn.com/bookfairs from 2/04/22 to 2/08/22 by entering Bookfair ID 12623070

If you have any questions in regards to this fundraiser, please reach out to Alex Musel (alex.musel@sui.org)

Community Inclusion Club Bowling
2022-03-24 18:00 - 20:00 (America/Chicago) | Colonial Lanes, 2253 Old Hwy 218 S, Iowa City, IA, 52246, United States

Bowling with the Bros at Colonial
2022-04-05 18:00 - 20:00 | Colonial Lanes, 2253 Old Hwy 218 S, Iowa City, IA, 52246, United States
The Phi Kappa Psi group has set up a bowling night with people we serve. It will be at Colonial Lanes in Iowa City and everyone we serve is invited! It is FREE for the people we serve due to a generous grant.
Please contact Jolene Sorenson to RSVP.

Dine out for Systems-Short's Eastside
2022-04-06 | Short’s Burgers Eastside, 521 Westbury Dr., Iowa City, IA, 52245, United States
A percentage of the proceeds for the entire day goes to Systems Unlimited. Not required to say you are with Systems in order to receive the percentage but helpful to let the restaurant know for counts.

Group Walk with Phi Kappa Psi
2022-04-19 18:00 - 19:00
Let’s go for a walk! Will have a rain back up. Place is TBD.

CIC Potluck
2022-05-19 18:00 - 20:00 | Oddfellows Lodge, 1839 B. St., Iowa City, IA, United States
May CIC gathering will be at the Oddfellows Lodge. This will be a potluck so be sure to let Jolene Sorenson know if you are planning on bringing something.

Canvas Painting Party
2022-08-17 17:00 - 19:00 | Systems Unlimited Cedar Rapids, IA, 925 American Way SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
Two fun sisters guide you through the painting experience with acrylics on canvas! No experience necessary. Open to people we serve and staff. Contact organizer trinity.thornton@sui.org by August 12th in order to register.

Awards Ceremony
2022-09-09 18:30 - 21:00 | Coralville Hyatt, 300 E. 9th St., Coralville, IA, 52241, United States
Come celebrate with us! People we serve are recognized for achieving their life long goals at this fun ceremony. Presented by staff, people we serve get to walk across the stage and receive their award plaque. Systems also honors various local people and businesses that go above and beyond to help us achieve our mission. Dessert and beverages will be provided with a dance following the ceremony. For questions or to attend, contact Jolene Sorenson.

Artists at SUI Art Show
2022-09-16 08:00 - 17:00 | Public Space One, 538 S. Gilbert St., Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Art Show collaboration with Public Space One to showcase our SUI artists. Ending ceremony will be on September 16th with more information to come.

'Live Your Best Life' Virtual 5k
2022-09-18 00:00 - 2022-09-24 23:30
Serious runners and walkers are all encouraged to participate in our first virtual 5K fundraising event! At Systems, we believe health is for everybody and want to remove barriers so people can feel the pride of accomplishing a 5k. People we serve can join this event for free. Submit your final times between September 18-September 24, 2022.
To sign up or learn more about fundraising for Systems, follow this link.
Sponsorships for this event are still available. Contact Jolene Sorenson to find out more. All proceeds will go directly to programming and home maintenance for the people we serve.

Day Program Voter Education
2022-10-07 09:00 - 11:00 | Systems Unlimited, Inc., 2533 Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
UI Students from the Civic Leadership and Engagement Committee are providing an educational workshop for the people we serve on the process of voting. This event is closed to our day program participants.

Voter Education
2022-10-09 10:00 - 12:00 | Systems Unlimited, Inc., 2533 Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
Systems Unlimited is collaborating with the Community Inclusion Club to hold a voter educational event at the Systems Jude West Training Room. This event is open to the community. All first time voters are invited!
Guest speakers include UI Law Professor Len Sandler, Johnson County Auditor Travis Weipert and Advocates Shelby Cooper and Edward Esbeck. Topics discussed will include everything from how to get registered to voting.
Will be on zoom. Visit communityinclusionclub.com for link on the day of.

ADA Celebration
2022-10-15 10:00 - 12:00 | Ped Mall Iowa City, 136 S. Dubuque St., Iowa City, IA, United States
Systems Unlimited will have a booth at the Iowa City ADA Celebration located in the Ped Mall. Rain location will be held at MERGE. Music, speeches and informational tables will be set up.

Hawkeye Homecoming Parade
2022-10-28 17:30 - 19:00
Systems’s Day Program is creating a float to be a part of the Hawkeye Homecoming Parade. Everyone is excited for this year’s theme so be sure to come wave us on. Plenty of room left for people we serve and staff to walk in the parade with the float. If interested, please contact Megan Popenhagen.

Festival of Trees
2022-11-19 08:00 - 2022-11-20 17:00 | Hawkeye Downs, 4400 6th St SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
Systems will be participating in the Festival of Trees at Hawkeye Downs. This wonderful event has trees decorated from various agencies and participants can bid on a decorated tree of their choice. Many booths with various items are also for sale. People we serve from Cedar Rapids Day Program create the ornaments on the yet to be determined themed tree.

Barnes & Noble Book Fair Fundraiser
2023-03-03 10:00 - 21:00 | Barnes and Noble, 1451 Coralridge Ave, Coralville, IA, 52241, United States
Calling all book and coffee lovers!

It is time to mark your calendars because our Barnes & Noble Book Fair is right around the corner. On Friday, March 3rd, a percentage of any purchases at Barnes & Noble will be donated to Systems Unlimited!

While you can shop at any Barnes & Noble in the world for this event, here are some cool things that will be going on at the Cedar Rapids and Coralville locations:

– Amazing art made by persons served will be on display
– Delicious Systems Unlimited drinks will be available on the coffee shop menu
– Wishlists made by the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City Day Programs will be available to purchase and donate
– You will get the opportunity to do good by shopping and treating yourself

To participate in our fundraiser, while making a purchase present the Cashier with this voucher or our Book Fair Number (12647012):

Want to participate, but you aren’t available the day of the event? No worries! You can shop at bn.com from March 3 – March 8 and have a percentage donated to Systems. All you have to do is enter our Book Fair Number (12647012) during checkout. You will find the area to enter the Book Fair Number in step 3: Payment Details. See below.

Parent and Guardian Meeting
2023-03-21 18:00 - 19:30 | Virtual Zoom Meeting
Join Management Team for updates and information. All Parents/Guardians will receive a zoom link to the meeting. If you have any questions, feel free to contact Jolene Sorenson at jolene.sorenson@sui.org.

Monthly Updates
2023-03-22 15:00 - 15:30 | Virtual Zoom Meeting
All staff are welcome to join us for a monthly virtual update by Management Team every 4th Wednesday of the month at 3pm. These are meant to be quick overall updates and an opportunity to ask Management Team members questions. Zoom links will be sent out to all agency emails. If you need a zoom link sent to you separately, please contact Jolene Sorenson at jolene.sorenson@sui.org.

Awards Celebration
2023-05-26 17:30 - 22:00 | Hyatt Regency (former Marriott), 300 East 9th St., Coralville
Join us on Friday, May 26th for our Awards Celebration!
Awards Ceremony: 5:30p – 6:30p
Prom: 7:00p – 10:00p
Cost: Free
RSVP Here: https://forms.office.com/r/HytF8qWTu2
Where: The Hyatt Regency Coralville Hotel, 300 E 9th St, Coralville, IA 52241

You may have noticed this annual celebration looks a little different this year. Due to the sheer number of requests to bring our beloved prom back, we had the idea to make the Awards Ceremony more like an Academy Awards Celebration where we all step out in our finery and make the dance portion even bigger with different activities around the ballroom.
We will still have what we love about the Awards Ceremony where we celebrate people we serve to achieve a lifelong goal with a bigger celebration afterward.
If you have any questions about the event, please email awardscelebration@sui.org

Cedar Rapids Pride 2023
2023-07-08 12:00 - 18:00
We are excited to announce that we will be at Cedar Rapids Pride Fest this year! Make sure to visit our booth to learn more about Systems, talk about upcoming events, get some awesome Systems Unlimited swag, and check out our Instagram Giveaway that will be taking place in honor of the event.
When: Saturday, July 8th
Where: NewBo Market, Cedar Rapids
Time: 12:00pm – 6:00pm
See you there!

Coralville 2023 Ragbrai
2023-07-28 08:00 - 17:00
Iowa’s beloved Ragbrai is returning once again celebrating its 50th year! During this eight-day event thousands of people ride bicycles across Iowa, totaling a whopping 500 miles traveled.
To sweeten the deal, on July 28th, Coralville will be one of the overnight stays during the Ragbrai tour. In addition to seeing the large number of bicyclists working their way through town, there will be great food, activities, and entertainment for riders and locals alike!
When enjoying the event, make sure to stop by our Systems Booth and say hi! We will have unique Systems Swag to celebrate the occasion and will have up-to-date information about upcoming Systems events.
When: July 28, 2023
Where: Coralville Community Center Parking Lot, 1513 7th St, Coralville, Iowa
See you there!

Parent/Guardian Virtual Meeting
2023-08-22 16:00 - 17:30
Join us on August 22nd at 4:00 pm for our Parent/Guardian virtual meeting!
This meeting, Katherine Otto Simmering from Kennedy, Gelner, Cronk & Waterman, PC will be leading our next Parent/Guardian virtual meeting to talk about Guardianship and Conservatorships. Katherine is an associate lawyer and received her Juris Doctorate from the University of Iowa College of Law with high distinction. She will be covering topics of guardianships and conservatorships as well as less restrictive alternatives such as representative payee, living will/medical power of attorney forms, IA Able accounts, Third-Party Special Needs Trusts, Self-Settled Special Needs Trust, and asset consideration for Medicaid eligibility.
If you are a parent or guardian of a person served at Systems Unlimited, please join us! Please email marketing@sui.org to receive the virtual invite.

Monticello Open House
2023-08-24 17:00 - 19:00
When: August 24
Time: 5:00 pm – 7:00 pm
Where: 701 John Dr., Monticello IA 52310
We are excited to invite you to our new office and service space in Monticello! While we have been serving people in our supported living program in the Monticello area since 1987, we just recently opened and began providing day program services in Monticello this past July.
Join us on August 24 at 5:00 pm for a day of celebration as we cut the ribbon to new beginnings in Monticello and continue to work towards assisting people in living their most independent lives!

Live Your Best Life Sensory Run & 1-Mile Walk
2023-10-08 09:00 - 12:00 | terry trueblood, 579 McCollister Blvd, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
It is official. Systems Unlimited’s “Live Your Best Life 5k” is returning this year even bigger and better!
Join us at Terry Trueblood in Iowa City on Sunday, October 8th for our “Life Your Best Life Sensory Run and 1-Mile” to raise funds to help cover funding gaps and ensure the people we serve live their best life.
Want to participate, but you are unavailable on October 8th, or need more than one day to complete a 5k? No problem! You can do our event virtually and complete the distance over the span of one week.

What is a Sensory Run?
Do you know that EVERYONE has unique sensory needs and sensory preferences? It is true!
For those we serve, being aware that someone has specific sensory needs can be essential to successful services and leading a fulfilling and happy life. This being such an important part of Systems Unlimited, we decided to make our event sensory-themed.
Throughout the 5k and 1-mile routes, sensory stations will be set up to engage the participant’s senses. Check out our Facebook event page and Race Website to keep up-to-date on the stations as they are decided and finalized.
What comes with Registration:

An event T-Shirt
Sensory Pop-It Ball
A sensory soothie
A finisher medal (5k participants only)
Knowing you helped your local non-profit

Sensory Stations throughout Run & Walk:

Cotton Candy Scented Bubbles: It is just like it sounds! Run through bubbles that have the delightful scent of cotton candy.
Art Displays: Our very own Art Program created unique and wonderful art cutouts as tall as 5′ that will be set up to view while going through the route.
Light Display: Go through colorful light tunnels
Foam Machine
Hanging Ribbons

Where is the Event:
Run & Walk Start: Napoleon Ln Parking, 3801-3949 Napoleon Ln, Iowa City, IA 52240
Run End & Post Party: Terry Trueblood Lodge, 579 McCollister Blvd, Iowa City, IA 52240

How does this event help Systems Unlimited?
A majority of Systems Unlimited’s budget comes from Medicaid Waiver Payments. This money is restricted to the salaries and benefits of staff for the direct care of the people we serve. It cannot be used for operating costs such as wheelchair vehicles, housing, and overall programming for the people we serve. This is where fundraising events like the ‘Live Your Best Life’ Sensory Run and 1-Mile come in. Through participation in this event and fundraising, proceeds from this event will go towards coving these costs and filling funding gaps.
Learn more on our race website: https://runsignup.com/LiveYourBestLife5k

Legislator Meet and Greet
2023-10-27 14:00 - 15:00 | Systems Unlimited, Inc., 2533 Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
STAFF and PEOPLE WE SERVE ONLY
SUI and MYEP have invited legislators from across the state to visit us to get to know staff and people we serve. They will be invited to tour our Day Program and talk to us about our services while we learn more about what they do.

Fashionably Late Halloween Dance
2023-11-03 18:00 - 20:00 | North Liberty Rec Center, 520 W. Cherry St., North Liberty, IA, 52317, United States
FOR PEOPLE WE SERVE ONLY
Wear a costume* and come have some Halloween fun! We are having our first “Fashionably Late Halloween Dance” on November 3rd from 6pm-8pm at the North Liberty recreation center. We hope to see you there!
*Costumes are optional.

Heritage Pot Luck
2023-11-17 11:00 - 13:00 | Systems Unlimited, Inc., 2533 Scott Blvd, Iowa City, IA, 52240, United States
STAFF AND PEOPLE WE SERVE ONLY
Come share a dish or item that represents your family traditions. Look for emails to sign up or email Jolene Sorenson directly if interested in bringing something to this event. This potluck is put on by the Diversity Equity and Inclusion Committee.

2023 Festival of Trees
2023-11-18 10:00 - 2023-11-19 17:00
It’s finally here! The Festival of Trees at the Lindale Mall in Cedar Rapids is happening November 18 – November 19th, and we can’t wait to show you what the wonderful Christmas Tree our Cedar Rapids Day Program created.
Get ready to be amazed by their Old-fashioned Tree decorated with hand-made Cinnamon Ornaments and Dried Orange Slice Ornaments – Come check it out, and maybe if you are lucky, you can take our tree home!
When: Saturday, November 18th – Sunday, November 19th
Time: 10:00 am – 5:00 pm
Where: Lindal Mall, 4444 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids, Iowa
Learn more about the event here

Free Bingo Fundraiser at Lucky's on 16th
2024-02-21 18:00 - 20:00 | Lucky’s on 16th, 86 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids, IA, 52404, United States
Get your blotters ready, because it is time to play some Bingo!
Systems Unlimited is partnering with Lucky’s on 16th by hosting a Bingo Fundraiser night. Join us on Wednesday, February 21st, from 6:00p – 8:00p to play free bingo and potentially win some really great prizes. A percentage of any food and beverage purchases made at Lucky’s on 16th on the day of the event will be donated to Systems.
Thanks to our wonderful community, there will be a good number of prizes you can win during the event. Listed below are some of the prizes you can play for:

Hurling Hatchet– (2) 1-hour Axe Throwing gift certificates
Theater Cedar Rapids– (2) tickets to the opening weekend (May) of School of Rock
The Fun Station- (4) admission tickets for their Play Maze
Riverside- One weekday (Sunday-Thursday) stay in a Queen or King room and your choice of 2 lunch buffets at Roberts Buffet or a $25 food credit at 22 & vine or Draft Day restaurant
The Isle- One weekday (Sunday-Thursday) stay in their deluxe room and a $50 Dine-In Credit to be used at any of the dining establishments on the property
Iowa Heartlanders- Lanyard, 3 pack of Heartlander decals, and a certificate for (4) Premium tickets to a current season (ending in April 2024) game at the Xtream Arena
Raining Rose– Container of ChapSticks, Tick repellent, lotions, sunscreen, bug balm, etc.
Barnes & Noble Gift Cards

Treat yourself to delicious food and win prizes, all while raising money for Systems Unlimited.
Want to keep up to date on Systems Events and Fundraisers? Check out the Events section of our website or follow us on Facebook and Instagram.

3rd Annual Barnes & Noble Book Fair Fundraiser
2024-03-29 10:00 - 21:00 | Barnes and Noble, 1451 Coralridge Ave, Coralville, IA, 52241, United States
Unleash Your Inner Bookworm at the Barnes & Noble Book Fair Fundraiser!
When: Friday, March 29, 2024
Where: Any Barnes & Noble (Host stores are Cedar Rapids and Coralville)
Time: 10:00 am – 9:00 pm
How to Participate: Purchase anything at Barnes & Noble. Just remember to say at the register you are with the book fair! A donation will not be made if you do not indicate you are with the fair. If you are purchasing online or at a non-host Barnes & Noble, you will have to use our Book Fair Number (12733986)
Mark your calendars because our annual book fair fundraiser is returning! On Friday, March 29th, you can treat yourself at any Barnes & Noble store near you and have a percentage of your purchase donated to Systems Unlimited. While you can shop at any Barnes & Noble, our host stores will be in Cedar Rapids and Iowa City! At these Barnes & Noble stores, we will have something fun and creative in store for everyone to enjoy.
Not only is this the perfect excuse to treat yourself to do good, but we will have some really amazing things set up at the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City stores. In both stores, while pursuing the bookshelves, you will be able to enjoy beautiful artwork made by the people we serve in our Day Programs! As you read this, there are people actively working on the art that will be on display during the event.
Nothing makes appreciating good art like a nice treat from the coffee shop. In the Barnes & Noble Coffee shop, you will find a special, one-of-a-kind beverage dreamed up by the imaginative minds of our day programs. Surely, those who attended last year remember the Iowa City drink ‘Puff’s Unicorn Potion’ and the Cedar Rapids drink ‘Winter Paradise’. We anticipate the same magical drinks this year. Keep tuned as the 2024 beverages will be announced soon. Sip on this delightful creation as you immerse yourself in the world of books—it’s an experience you won’t soon forget!
Now, let’s talk about spreading joy and creativity through the act of giving! Our Day Programs in Cedar Rapids, Iowa City, and Monticello have curated wish lists brimming with items that could make a world of difference. From captivating books to spark the imagination to colorful Lego sets that promise endless creativity, your donations will not only bring smiles but also contribute to the noble cause of Systems Unlimited. And guess what? During our book fair, a percentage of the purchase of your item donation will also be joyously donated to Systems—talk about a win-win situation!
Want to participate in the book fair, but can’t make it to a book fair? No worries! You can do your shopping online from the comfort of your home at bn.com. When checking out, all you have to do is enter the bookfair ID: 12733986, and a percentage of the proceeds will be donated to Systems.

If you are purchasing a wish list item online for the day programs, have it shipped to:
2533 Scott Blvd SE, Iowa City, IA 52240

Oh, and don’t forget to swing by the Systems Unlimited table, where our friendly staff will be stationed throughout the day, ready to greet you with warm smiles and heaps of enthusiasm. Come say hello, strike up a conversation, and learn more about the incredible work we do—it’s bound to be a delightful encounter!
Interested in getting sneak peeks of the art and beverages that will be made for this event? Make sure to follow us on Instagram and Facebook.
See you at the Book Fair Fundraiser!
