Events for Wednesday, April 15th, 2026.

Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉

Storms are likely Wednesday, but there’s still plenty happening—from morning fitness like GERIFIT, yoga, and cycling to networking at 1 Million Cups and career workshops midday. The afternoon brings family activities, games, and classes, while the evening features live music, trivia, community talks, and big performances like Cinderella at the Paramount, plus a midday Kernels game.

A big shoutout to our sponsors, Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust and Gutschmidt Properties for helping make Cedar Rapids Daily possible and supporting all the amazing things happening in our community.

🌩️ Wednesday, April 15th

Forecast: Storms likely with a high of 75° and a low of 54°

☀️ HEALTH, WELLNESS & SUPPORT

GERIFIT
🕗 8 – 8:45 a.m. & 🕐 1 – 1:45 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
A low-impact strength and balance class designed specifically for adults 60+ to improve mobility and prevent osteoporosis.

CYCLE CLASS (MIDWEST ATHLETIC CLUB)
🕠 5:45 – 6:30 a.m.
📍 The MAC
💲 Varies (membership/class fee)
A high-energy morning cycling class focused on cardio, endurance, and starting your day strong.

GENTLE YOGA
🕣 8:30 a.m.
📍 Hands in Harmony
💲 $20 drop-in / passes available
A welcoming, all-level yoga class emphasizing mindful movement, breath, and relaxation.

YOGA FLOW
🕤 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
📍 Illuminations Cedar Rapids
💲 Varies
A dynamic, breath-based yoga flow designed to create a meditative and energizing experience.

COFFEE & CLARITY: NET PROGRAMMING FOR CAREGIVERS
🕤 9:30 – 11 a.m.
📍 Feedwell Kitchen & Bakery
💲 Registration required
A supportive morning for caregivers to learn emotional regulation techniques while connecting over coffee.

WEDNESDAY AFTERNOON CAREGIVER COFFEE
🕜 1:30 – 3 p.m.
📍 Chris & Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center
💲 Free
A welcoming support group where caregivers can share experiences and learn from others.

MEANINGFUL END-OF-LIFE CONVERSATIONS
🕠 5:30 – 7 p.m.
📍 Chris & Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center
💲 Free (registration required)
A panel discussion helping attendees navigate difficult conversations around death and planning.

HOPEFUL MAMA FOUNDATION SUPPORT GROUP
🕠 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
A supportive space for women navigating fertility journeys to connect, share, and find encouragement.

DEATH CAFE
🕖 7 – 8:30 p.m.
📍 Illuminations Cedar Rapids
💲 Free
An open, informal gathering to explore conversations around death, mortality, and meaning in a safe environment.

🎨 ARTS, CULTURE & ENTERTAINMENT

WORLD ART DAY
🕘 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
A drop-in activity where visitors can test their knowledge of famous and influential artworks.

FAMILY ART NIGHT
🕠 5:30 – 6:30 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library (Downtown)
💲 Free (registration required)
A hands-on creative session where families explore different art materials and techniques together.

RED CEDAR CHAMBER MUSIC: REUNION REDUX
🕢 7:30 – 8:45 p.m.
📍 Opus Concert Café
💲 Varies / often free with ticket
A live chamber music performance featuring classical and contemporary works for string trio.

CINDERELLA – WORLD BALLET COMPANY
🕖 7 – 10 p.m.
📍 Paramount Theatre
💲 Ticketed event
A full-scale ballet production bringing the classic fairy tale to life with elaborate sets and international dancers.

👨‍👩‍👧 FAMILY & KIDS

BABY & TODDLER STORY TIME
🕤 9:30 – 10:30 a.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library (Downtown)
💲 Free
A short story and music session followed by playtime to build early literacy skills.

TWEEN & TEEN CRAFTERNOONS
🕒 3 – 4 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
A creative workshop where tweens and teens explore hands-on projects using MakerSpace tools.

💼 EDUCATION, CAREER & COMMUNITY

1 MILLION CUPS CEDAR RAPIDS
🕣 8:30 – 10 a.m.
📍 NewBoCo
💲 Free
A weekly networking event where entrepreneurs share ideas, stories, and receive community feedback.

GOODWILL WOW WORKSHOP
🕚 11 a.m. – 12 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
A career-building workshop teaching essential job skills with incentives for attending multiple sessions.

CRAFT YOUR PERFECT RESUME
🕧 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
A hands-on session focused on building strong, tailored resumes for today’s job market.

ENGLISH PRACTICE CONVERSATION GROUP
🕓 4 – 5 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
A casual group designed to help adults improve English speaking skills through conversation.

LEARN & PRACTICE ENGLISH
🕔 5 – 6 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
A guided session with activities and discussions to build communication skills.

PARENTING YOUNG CHILDREN
🕠 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
A program offering guidance and support for parents raising young children.

GENEALOGY JUNKIES
🕕 6 – 7:30 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
A collaborative group where participants research and share family history.

MASTER GARDENER TALK: SECRETS OF SUCCULENTS
🕡 6:30 – 7:30 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
A gardening session teaching how to grow and care for succulents successfully.

HISTORY BOOK CLUB
🕖 7 – 7:45 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
A discussion group exploring key moments and figures in American history.

🎲 GAMES, HOBBIES & SOCIAL

MAHJONG
🕑 2 – 4 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
An open play session for players of all experience levels to enjoy American mahjong.

DUNGEONS & DRAGONS
🕟 4:30 – 6:30 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
💲 Free
A weekly tabletop role-playing game session open to beginners and experienced players.

CEDAR RAPIDS CHESS CLUB
🕠 5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
💲 Free
A casual chess meetup for learning, playing, and improving skills.

🍔 FOOD, DRINK & SPECIAL EVENTS

COOKIES BBQ RIB WAGON
🕓 4 – 6 p.m.
📍 Hy-Vee (Marion)
💲 Food purchase
A pop-up BBQ event serving ribs, pulled pork, and classic sides.

🎤 TRIVIA, MUSIC & NIGHTLIFE

WEEKLY TRIVIA (TRIVIA MAFIA)
🕕 6 – 8 p.m.
📍 NewBo City Market
💲 Free
A lively team trivia night with prizes and rotating question categories.

TRIVIA NIGHT (VOODOO BREWING CO.)
🕡 6:30 – 8:30 p.m.
📍 Voodoo Brewing Co.
💲 Free
A casual weekly trivia competition with multiple rounds and prizes.

NAME THAT TUNE (LINDale PUB)
🕖 7 p.m.
📍 Lindale Neighborhood Pub
💲 Free
A music trivia game where teams guess songs and artists for prizes.

🚴 COMMUNITY & WORKSHOPS

COMMUNITY WORKSHOP: BIKE HYGIENE
🕕 6 p.m.
📍 Chain Reaction Bike Hub
💲 Free
A hands-on workshop teaching bike cleaning, maintenance, and care basics.

⚾ SPORTS

CEDAR RAPIDS KERNELS VS. QUAD CITIES
🕛 12:05 p.m.
📍 Veterans Memorial Stadium
💲 Ticketed
A daytime minor league baseball game featuring the Cedar Rapids Kernels.

🧾 SERVICES

FREE VOLUNTEER TAX ASSISTANCE (VITA)
🕛 12 – 8 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
Certified volunteers provide help with tax preparation and filing in a supportive setting.

Special Thanks

A big shoutout to our sponsors, Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust and Gutschmidt Properties.

With five convenient locations across the greater Cedar Rapids area and yes, the best cookies on the planet, Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust is a place where relationships and service truly matter. From personal to business banking, CRBT is here to support you every step of the way. Come meet the People you can bank on at crbt.bank. Member FDIC

Employee-owned and tenant-focused, Gutschmidt Properties creates sustainable spaces that make a real community impact. From studios and sleeping rooms in their historic Smyth House, to both their old and new homes as part of the Rainbow Road project just off I‑380, or flexible commercial space at Averill House in downtown Cedar Rapids, they may have just the place for you. Every house has a story—write yours in one of their homes. Learn more at gutschmidtproperties.com.

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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