IUPAT District Council 81

08/27/2026

Our union is ours to build — we grow stronger whenever someone learns, shows up, and takes part. To get involved or learn about upcoming events, please reach out to your hall or local representative.

08/26/2026

Looking for Labor Day picnics or parades in or near Iowa? Discover nearby events below!

08/18/2026

Join Mark Breslin—author of Survival of the Fittest and Alpha Dog—Aug 27 at Plumbers & Pipefitters Local 125 Hall (5001 J St SW, Cedar Rapids, Iowa). Doors open @ 5:00 PM • Presentation @ 6:30 PM.

08/17/2026

Please join us in welcoming the newest members of Glaziers Local 1075 out of Des Moines, Iowa. Left to right, Trenton McCormick, Austin Schmitt, Joe Puente, and Vincent Christensen. Pictured being sworn in by BM/ST JD Fitch.

08/15/2026

What an amazing week! The first-ever Building Union Member Power Summit was incredible! Members came together in breakout rooms to present ideas and explore how we can strengthen the labor movement.

To say the energy was inspiring would be an understatement. Together, we’re building a stronger, more inclusive, and more empowered future for working people. ✊

08/05/2026

Colorado Members: Join the Labor Council & Affiliated Local Unions for Blue Collar Breakfast on August 29 in Colorado Springs. This month’s program features a presentation by the Front Range Passenger Rail group. RSVP @ https://www.mobilize.us/csalc/event/1004083/ .

Come join the Labor Council and Affiliated Local Unions for breakfast on August 29th. This month we will have a presentation by the Front Range Passenger Rail group. Union Veterans Council will meet following breakfast.

08/05/2026

Our strongest power comes from the connections and experiences that we share — the first contract we fought for, the coworkers who showed up when we needed them, the negotiated victories that changed lives. When we share our stories, new members learn, courage spreads, and our collective strength grows. Tell a memory, bring someone to the next meeting, and reach out to the hall to learn about upcoming Building Union Member Power events in your area — let’s keep building together. Photo shown is from a recent Building Union Member Power event with Glaziers Local 581 in Cedar Rapids, Iowa.

07/24/2026

Members near Colorado Springs: Join the Labor Council & affiliated local unions for a Labor Day celebration — music, food (while it lasts), and family fun. Don’t miss it!
RSVP: https://buff.ly/ioMMZKE

07/22/2026

Brothers & Sisters in Eastern Iowa and Western Illinois,

AFL-CIO's Next Up committee is hosting a Family Cookout Fundraiser!

When: Saturday, August 29 • 2:00–8:00 PM
Where: USW Hall
Fun: Bounce houses, face painting, co****le, games, plus food & beverages
Everyone’s welcome!

07/21/2026

Join QC FED & IBT Local 238 for LABOR NIGHT AT THE BALLPARK with the QC River Bandits

• When: Sunday, August 16 — first pitch at 12:15 PM; special guest first pitch at 1:00 PM
• Who: Kids of union members ages 8–17 — chance to throw the first pitch!
• Tickets: 300 box seats for union members & families (first come, first served). If sold out, contact Shawn Brown: [email protected] or 563-333-2770 for other seating.

To reserve tickets or enter a child for the first pitch, email: [email protected] with child’s full name, age, parent(s) name(s), and union affiliation.

Don’t wait — tickets go fast!