Events for Thursday, April 16th, 2026.
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
Sunny Thursday with a high near 77 brings a packed day—morning stretch, story times, and workshops, plus a resource fair and career events in the afternoon. In the evening, enjoy live music, comedy, and The Little Mermaid, along with bingo, trivia, and a Kernels game to round out the night.
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.
🌤️ THURSDAY, APRIL 16 EVENTS (Mostly Sunny, High 77° / Low 57°)
🏥 Health, Wellness & Support
CoolSculpting 101
🕔 5:00 PM
📍 My Chapter Esthetics
💲 Free
Learn how CoolSculpting works and enter to win a free treatment at this informational open house.
Morning Stretch
🕗 8 – 9 a.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
A gentle, adaptable stretch class incorporating yoga elements for all mobility levels.
Together in Song Chorus
🕤 9:30 a.m. – 12 p.m.
📍 Chris and Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
💲 Free (registration required)
A welcoming chorus designed for individuals with dementia and caregivers to connect through music.
Journaling Workshop
🕙 10 a.m. – 12 p.m.
📍 Chris and Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
💲 Free (registration required)
Explore creative journaling techniques and build a personal writing practice.
55+ Chair Yoga
🕜 1:30 – 2:30 p.m.
📍 Bridge Senior Center
💲 Free / Varies
A beginner-friendly chair yoga class designed for seniors and those with mobility limitations.
55+ Disaster PrepWise
🕝 2:30 – 3:30 p.m.
📍 Bridge Senior Center
💲 Free
Learn practical emergency preparedness strategies tailored for older adults.
Conversations for Couples
🕔 5 – 6:30 p.m.
📍 Chris and Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
💲 Free (registration required)
A supportive group for couples navigating dementia to connect and share experiences.
Uproot (Somatic Movement Session)
🕖 7 – 8:30 p.m.
📍 Rootspace Wellness
💲 Varies
A guided movement experience focused on reconnecting with your body and inner awareness.
👶 Kids, Family & Youth
Elephant Day (Clay Craft)
🕘 9 a.m. – 7 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Drop in to sculpt an elephant using air-dry clay.
Preschool Story Time
🕙 10 – 11 a.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Stories, songs, and crafts designed for preschool-aged children.
Sensory Story Time
🕙 10 – 10:30 a.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
💲 Free
A sensory-friendly story time with low lights and interactive play.
Tween & Teen Movie Day
🕒 3 – 5 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Enjoy a movie and snacks in a relaxed library setting.
Teen STEAM
🕓 4 – 5 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
💲 Free
Hands-on science, tech, engineering, art, and math projects for teens.
🎓 Education, Career & Resources
Thursday Forum: Coe College History Series
🕖 7 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. (lecture portion)
📍 Kesler Lecture Hall at Coe College
💲 $12/session or $40 series
A deep dive into Coe College’s history and its connection to major U.S. events.
Embroidery Guild Meeting
🕤 9:30 – 11 a.m.
📍 Christ Episcopal Church
💲 Free
Bring your needlework projects and stitch alongside fellow enthusiasts.
Healthcare Advanced Decisions
🕑 2 – 3:30 p.m.
📍 Mercy Medical Center Hallagan Education Center
💲 Free
Get help completing advance healthcare directives with expert guidance.
Job Search Workshop
🕑 2 – 3 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
Learn how to find reliable jobs online and avoid scams.
Resource Fair & Expungement Clinic
🕒 3 – 7 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
💲 Free
Access community resources and legal help for expungement.
Adulting 101: Financial Basics
🕕 6 – 7 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free (registration required)
A beginner-friendly workshop on budgeting, credit, and financial planning.
🎨 Arts, Crafts & Hobbies
Mercy Auxiliary Spring Bazaar
🕣 8:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m.
📍 Mercy Medical Center Hallagan Education Center
💲 Free entry
Browse handcrafted goods, plants, and local artisan items.
Bookmark Bar
🕚 11 a.m. (drop-in)
📍 Sisters Books & Nooks
💲 $5 each or 3 for $12
Create custom bookmarks using flowers and vintage materials.
MakerSpace Open Hours
🕒 3 – 6 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Explore creative tools like 3D printers and Cricut machines.
Creative Friends Art Night
🕔 5 – 8 p.m.
📍 Make/Believe CR
💲 Free / Varies
Work on your own creative projects while meeting other artists.
🎭 Live Music, Shows & Entertainment
Disney’s The Little Mermaid
🕢 7:30 p.m.
📍 Theatre Cedar Rapids
💲 Varies
A live stage adaptation of the beloved Disney classic.
Festival of Bands
🕖 7 p.m.
📍 Sinclair Auditorium at Coe College
💲 Free / Varies
Enjoy performances from Coe and Kirkwood concert bands.
Elevator Jam (Live Music Fundraiser)
🕖 7 p.m.
📍 Eastern Iowa Arts Academy
💲 $5
A collaborative jam session supporting accessibility in the arts.
Comedy Show: I’m Sorry You’re Welcome
🕖 7 p.m.
📍 CSPS Hall
💲 $10–$12
An improv comedy night filled with unpredictable laughs.
TruTones Live
🕖 7 – 9 p.m.
📍 Opus Concert Café
💲 Varies
Enjoy live music from The Fabulous TruTones.
🎲 Games, Social & Nightlife
Pokémon Night / Lorcana League
🕔 5 – 7 p.m.
📍 Turtle Power Games
💲 Free
Play, trade, and compete in Pokémon or Disney Lorcana.
Bingo Night
🕕 6 – 9 p.m.
📍 El Kahir Shrine
💲 $6 entry
Weekly bingo open to the public with prizes.
Game Night (Spare Time)
🕖 7 p.m.
📍 Spare Time Entertainment
💲 Free
Play trivia, music games, or bingo with friends.
Strikes & Slices (Bowling + Pizza)
🕘 9 – 11 p.m.
📍 Spare Time Cedar Rapids
💲 $10.99
Unlimited bowling and pizza for a fun late-night deal.
Karaoke Night
🕗 8 – 11 p.m.
📍 The Keg CR
💲 Free
Sing your favorite songs in a lively atmosphere.
🍻 Food, Drinks & Social Events
Family Business Happy Hour
🕓 4 – 6 p.m.
📍 Lion Bridge Brewing Company
💲 Free
Network and connect with local family-owned businesses.
Ladies Only Social Mixer
🕖 7 – 9 p.m.
📍 The Ideal Theater & Bar
💲 Free–$10
A relaxed, women-focused networking and social event.
Cup Night with Rahlan Kay
🕗 8 p.m. – 12:30 a.m.
📍 Raging Ryno’s
💲 Varies
A laid-back Thursday night hangout with drinks and music.
🌱 Markets, Shopping & Community
Blooms Garden Center Grand Opening
🕘 9 a.m.
📍 Blooms Garden Center
💲 Free entry
Celebrate the season with plants, food, and a new patio space.
⚾ Sports
Cedar Rapids Kernels vs Quad Cities
🕕 6:00 p.m.
📍 Veterans Memorial Stadium
💲 Varies
Catch a Kernels home game and enjoy a night of minor league baseball.
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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