Events for Wednesday, October 22nd, 2025
Hello, Cedar Rapids friends!
Welcome to your daily roundup of what’s happening around town on Wednesday, October 22nd. Whether you’re looking for family fun, creative workshops, community support, or a night out, there’s something for everyone. Dive in and make the most of your day!
🌤 Weather Forecast
Partly Cloudy
High: 56°F | Low: 34°F
A perfect day to get out and explore!
📚 Family Fun
Storytime Sessions
Cedar Rapids Public Library
9:30 a.m.Marion Public Library
9:45 a.m., 10:15 a.m., 12:00 p.m.
🎨 Art & Creativity
Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
“Beyond the Object: Women in Abstraction”
“Mata Ortiz Ceramics”
10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m.
Workshops
Fall Centerpiece Workshop
1:30 p.m. | Marion Public LibraryEight Let’s Make a Blanket
6:00–9:00 p.m. | Eastern Iowa Arts Academy
🍷 Food & Drink
Fall Feast and Wine Pairing
6:00 p.m. | Wayne Style Cedar Rapids
🌱 Gardening & Community Support
Ladd Library Gardening Series: Hydroponics
6:30–7:30 p.m. | Ladd LibraryMemory Cafe
2:00 p.m. | Kirkwood Regional CenterCaring for Parents with Chronic Conditions
3:00 p.m. | Aging ServicesMedicare 101
2:00 p.m. | Marion Public LibraryFall Risk Screening
1:00–4:00 p.m. | PCI Medical Pavilion
🚜 City Services & Games
City Week Open House
4:00–6:00 p.m. | City Services Center
Games
Mahjong
2:00 p.m. | Hiawatha Public LibraryBingo Wednesdays
6:00–8:00 p.m. | Lucky’s on 16thWednesday Night Trivia
6:00–8:00 p.m. | Newbo City Market,Halloween Music Bingo
7:00 p.m. | Goldfinch Tap and EateryCedar Rapids Chess Club
5:30–7:45 p.m. | Cedar Rapids Public LibraryTrivia at Lindale Neighborhood Pub
7:00 p.m. | 1247 Center Point Rd NEDJ Nailz Trivia
7:00–9:00 p.m. | The Blind Pig
🚴♀️ Active Events
Adult Pickleball
8:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m. | Northwest Recreation CenterChain Reaction Women’s Community Bike Ride
5:00–7:00 p.m. | Meet at Goldfinch CycleryWinter Weeknight On-Road Racing
6:00 p.m.–12:00 a.m. | Crash and Bash Hobbies
🎶 Music & Entertainment
ROCKtoberfest with Scottie Austin
5:00 p.m. | Ideal Theater and Bar,Karaoke
7:00–11:00 p.m. | The PocketMidweek Break and Beats
8:30 p.m.–12:30 a.m. | First Avenue Tap
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Special Thanks
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Thank you for being part of the Cedar Rapids Daily community. We can’t wait to see you at these events! Until next time, stay curious and keep exploring.
Warm regards,
The Cedar Rapids Daily Team
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