Events for Monday, August 17th, 2026.
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
Welcome to Cedar Rapids Daily, your quick guide to everything happening across Eastern Iowa! In today’s episode for Monday, August 17, we’re highlighting wellness activities, library programs, creative workshops, family fun, outdoor entertainment, music bingo, community gatherings, and plenty of ways to enjoy your Monday. Whether you’re looking to stay active, get creative, learn something new, spend time with the family, or enjoy a fun night out, Cedar Rapids Daily helps you discover what’s happening across Eastern Iowa—in five minutes or less.
A big shoutout to our sponsors, Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust for helping make Cedar Rapids Daily possible and supporting all the amazing things happening in our community.
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Monday, August 17
🌤️ FORECAST
Mostly sunny with a high of 80° and a low of 65°. It’s shaping up to be a beautiful Monday across Eastern Iowa!
Highlights for Monday:
💪 Geri-Fit
🧘 Yoga Flow
🌈 Glass Plant Stake Workshop
🫧 Mega Foam Blaster
📱 55+ Tech Advice
🎨 Cork N Canvas: Blue Bird
🎬 Monday Movies: Raiders of the Lost Ark
🎵 JHS Band of Blue March-A-Thon
🎶 80s Music Bingo – Def Leppard Edition
🪟 Stained Glass – One & Done
🌿 HEALTH & WELLNESS
💪 Geri-Fit
8–8:45 a.m. & 1–1:45 p.m. | Ely Public Library | FREE
A free fitness class for adults 60+ focused on improving strength, balance, flexibility and mobility.
🧘 Yoga Flow
9:30–10:30 a.m. | Illuminations Cedar Rapids
Move through a continuous series of yoga postures synchronized with the breath. All experience levels are welcome.
🌿 Metta Yoga – Gentle
9:30–10:30 a.m. | Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center | $15
A gentle, beginner-friendly yoga class combining mindful movement and breath in the peaceful Prairiewoods setting.
🪑 Metta Yoga – Chair
10:45–11:45 a.m. | Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center | $15
A welcoming chair-yoga class designed to help participants build strength, flexibility and relaxation.
🌱 Qigong with Gina Molby
5–6 p.m. | Illuminations Cedar Rapids | $20
Explore gentle movement, breath and mindfulness in this accessible practice designed to promote relaxation, balance and renewed energy.
🧘 Meditation at Prairiewoods
6:30–7:30 p.m. | Prairiewoods | Suggested $5 donation
Sit in community with fellow meditators during this weekly gathering featuring quiet meditation, reflection and discussion.
📚 LIBRARY & LEARNING
👶 Toddler Time
10–11 a.m. | Ely Public Library
Stories, rhymes, songs and interactive activities introduce little ones to the joy of the library. Big siblings are welcome!
📱 55+ Tech Advice
1:30–2:30 p.m. | Bridge Senior Center | FREE
Bring your smartphone, tablet, iPad or laptop for one-on-one help with your technology questions.
📖 Sci-Fi/Fantasy Writing Discussion & Workshop
6–7:30 p.m. | Hiawatha Public Library
Explore the craft of storytelling through the limitless possibilities of science fiction and fantasy.
📚 Read with Pride
6–7:30 p.m. | Hiawatha Public Library
The monthly LGBTQIA+ book club offers a welcoming space to discuss books, community and representation. Allies are welcome.
🧶 Knit Wits
6–7:30 p.m. | Marion Public Library
Bring your knitting or crochet project and enjoy an evening of crafting, conversation and fellowship.
🤝 Friends of the Hiawatha Public Library
5:30–6:30 p.m. | Hiawatha Public Library
New and existing Friends are invited to connect and support the library and its programs.
🎨 ARTS & CREATIVE FUN
🌈 Glass Plant Stake Workshop
10:30 a.m.–12 p.m. | Iowa Ceramics Center & Glass Studio
Create a colorful fused-glass plant stake with instructor Cathy Peterson. No experience is necessary and all materials are provided.
🎨 Cork N Canvas: Blue Bird
6–8 p.m. | Spinal Taproom | $35
Paint a 16×20-inch canvas while enjoying a relaxed evening at Spinal Taproom. All supplies are included. 18+.
🪟 Stained Glass – One & Done
6:30 p.m. | Eastern Iowa Arts Academy | $65
Create a beautiful stained-glass project with local artists George and Barb Madlon. Beginner-friendly patterns and all materials are included. Ages 16+.
🎬 FAMILY FUN & ENTERTAINMENT
🫧 Mega Foam Blaster
10–11 a.m. | Hiawatha Public Library
Get ready to get blasted! A fun, foam-filled activity for kids.
🎬 Monday Movies: Raiders of the Lost Ark
6 p.m. | Kingston Yard | FREE
Bring a blanket and lawn chair and enjoy a free outdoor showing of the classic adventure film, presented by Downtown Cedar Rapids.
🎶 JHS Band of Blue March-A-Thon
6–8:30 p.m. | Taft Middle School & Cherry Hill neighborhood
The Jefferson High School Band of Blue takes its music into the neighborhood, with residents able to purchase a stop for a front-yard performance. A Park & Bark performance will take place at Taft Middle School at 8 p.m.
🎵 80s Music Bingo – Def Leppard Edition
6 p.m. | Kingston's Steakhouse | FREE
Test your knowledge of 80s hits featuring Def Leppard, Duran Duran, The B-52's, Madonna and more. Free to play with prizes up for grabs.
🍷 Wine 101 Workshop
6–8 p.m. | The Secret Cellar | $47 | 21+
Learn the basics of wine terminology and tasting techniques during this interactive two-hour workshop led by wine expert Lauren Cannon.
🎉 Monday Takeover
9 p.m. | Mr. B's & Sam's Pizza & Deli
Turn up your Monday with music, dancing, singing and good vibes from Bee’s Knees Entertainment.
🎲 COMMUNITY FUN
🎱 Bingo at Moose Lodge 304
4:30–10 p.m. | Moose Lodge | Games from $10 | Ages 12+
Doors open at 4:30 p.m., with bingo beginning at 6 p.m. Food, snacks, sweets and non-alcoholic drinks are available for purchase.
Special Thanks
A big shoutout to our sponsor: Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust.
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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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