Social

Building Community

More than fun! IAF works to create an inviting and supportive community for all members

Why Social Events Matter

Social events build a sense of community within IAF.

This is about having fun but it’s more than that. It’s about building a community that is inviting and supportive for all of our members.

A rustic dining hall decorated for the holidays with wooden beams, Christmas ornaments, and a lit Christmas tree. People are seated at tables enjoying food and drinks, with a focus on a young boy in a blue shirt playing a handheld gaming device.
A group of people gathered outdoors, posing for a photo in front of a stone pavilion with a blue metal roof. There is a colorful banner with the text 'IAF Iowa Atheists & Freethinkers' and 'ATHIEOS EQUAL.' The group includes men, women, and children, some with bicycles. The background features trees and a partly cloudy sky.
A group of smiling children and adults gathered around a wooden table playing a board game in a cozy room with large windows, framed pictures on the walls, and decorative star-shaped hanging lamps.
People kayaking and canoeing on a calm river with greenery and buildings in the background.

What We Do Together

  • Host regular gatherings where members can connect and relax

  • Plan fun activities that help people get to know each other

  • Create a welcoming environment for newcomers and long time members

A group of people sitting at a long picnic table outdoors under pink shade sails, with some holding drinks and smiling. There is a sign on the table that reads 'Build This Wall' with images of the Capitol building, the Washington Monument, and a church, and the phrase 'Keep Church and State Separate' at the bottom.
People gathered at an outdoor patio dining area, some holding a sign that reads 'BUILD THIS WALL' with a graphic comparing the Capitol and a church silhouette, advocating for keeping church and state separate. There are beverages on the table, and the patio has orange umbrellas and string lights.
Group of people standing outdoors on grass near a lake, some wearing helmets and casual clothing, with a colorful vertical banner that says 'Iowa Atheists & Freethinkers' and 'Atheist Equality.' Trees and a bridge are in the background.

Family Friendly Events

AF’s family friendly events are designed to welcome everyone kids, parents, grandparents, and friends. These gatherings bring people of all ages together in a safe and inclusive space.

A group of five people standing together indoors, smiling at the camera, with a festive holiday decoration and a Christmas tree in the background, in a rustic lodge-style setting.
A large, cozy room decorated with logs, a stone fireplace, and Christmas trees with lights, filled with people sitting at tables enjoying a gathering or celebration.
Group of four people smiling for a photo at an event with a sign that reads 'Theocracy is Un-American.' The background has sheer curtains and a brick wall.

Special Events

Celebrating Together beyond our regular gatherings, IAF hosts special events throughout the year that bring our community together in meaningful ways. These events are opportunities to celebrate, learn, and connect with one another.

EVENTS CALENDAR