Community Events
Let’s Start Talking Iowa partners with local organizations to host events that encourage education, connection, and open conversations around mental health. Our goal is to continue expanding our reach, sharing valuable resources, and making a lasting impact in the community.
👇 Check out our latest event(s) below and sign up to be part of the movement!
LST: FORE Mental Health Golf Outing
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Saturday, August 9, 2025
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Location: Pheasant Ridge Golf Course-Cedar Falls, IA
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11 Am check in, Shotgun Start - Noon
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$125 Per Player (includes 18 holes, cart, swag bag & dinner sponsored by Alive & Running Iowa!)
Join Let’s Start Talking Iowa for our inaugural FORE Mental Health Golf Outing — a day of swinging clubs, raising funds, and having important conversations on and off the course, all supporting suicide prevention and mental health awareness.
Whether you're a seasoned golfer or just in it for the good vibes, this event is open to all. Enjoy a fun-filled day with friends, prizes, raffle items, and community impact!
This event supports LST’s mission to create safe spaces for real conversations and to reduce the stigma around mental health, with a portion of the proceeds to benefit the Waterloo Youth City Council.
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Have questions? Email us at letsstarttalkingia@gmail.com
Past Events:
Pizza, Puzzles
& Pints 2025
We’re incredibly grateful to everyone who helped make Pizza, Puzzles & Pints a success — from our teams and attendees to our volunteers, supporters, and generous sponsors.
Thanks to you, we raised over $8,000.00 while creating space for meaningful conversations and increasing awareness around mental health and suicide prevention.
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