Events for Tuesday, August 18th, 2026.

Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉

Welcome to Cedar Rapids Daily, your quick guide to everything happening across Eastern Iowa! In today’s episode for Tuesday, August 18, we’re highlighting wellness activities, library programs, creative workshops, family fun, community gatherings, racing, trivia, music bingo, comedy, and plenty of ways to connect with others. Whether you’re looking to stay active, get creative, learn something new, enjoy some friendly competition, or find a fun way to spend your evening, 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.

☀️ Cedar Rapids Daily
Tuesday, August 18

🌩️ FORECAST
Storms are likely Tuesday, with a high of 82° and a low of 65°. Keep an eye on the forecast if you're planning outdoor activities!

🌿 HEALTH & WELLNESS

Tai Chi
🕗 8–9 a.m. | Ely Public Library | FREE
Start your morning with a relaxing Tai Chi session led by Tom.

Men’s Caregiver Coffee
🕗 8–9:30 a.m. & 10–11:30 a.m. | DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia | FREE
Male caregivers can share experiences, learn caregiving tips and connect with others. No registration required.

Tai Chi – Advanced Class
🕘 9–9:45 a.m. | Marion Public Library | FREE
Improve strength, flexibility and quality of life through this Tai Chi class for experienced participants.

Tai Chi for Beginners
🕙 10–10:45 a.m. | Marion Public Library | FREE
A welcoming introduction to Tai Chi for beginners who aren't sure where to start.

📚 LIBRARIES & LEARNING

Drop In: Bad Poetry Day
🕘 9 a.m.–7 p.m. | Ely Public Library | FREE
Celebrate National Bad Poetry Day by writing terrible verses, awkward rhymes, limericks and more — no poetry skills required!

Senior Social Hour
🕙 10–11 a.m. | Marion Public Library | FREE
Enjoy coffee, conversation and weekly activities with other area seniors. Bring your own craft or game if you'd like.

MakerSpace Open Hours
🕑 2–6 p.m. | Marion Public Library | FREE
Explore 3D printers, Cricut machines, sublimation printers, heat presses and other creative technology.

Chatty Crafters
🕔 5–7 p.m. | Ely Public Library | FREE
Bring your favorite craft and spend the evening socializing with fellow crafters.

What'cha Reading Book Club – Evening Edition
🕕 6–7 p.m. | Swamp Fox Bookstore, Marion | FREE
A relaxed, no-assigned-reading book club where you can share what you've been reading and take home an advance reader copy.

Paw-casso's Busted Canvas
🕕 6–7:30 p.m. | Hiawatha Public Library | FREE
Get creative with a fun art program celebrating the library's Cat Café.

🎨 ARTS & COMMUNITY

Cedar Valley Woodcarvers Monthly Meeting
🕓 4–9 p.m. | Hiawatha Community Center
Woodcarvers of all skill levels are invited to learn, teach, practice and enjoy fellowship with fellow carving enthusiasts.

The Gathering Place: Interfaith Connections
🕔 5–7:30 p.m. | Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center | FREE
Gather for dinner, conversation and connection across faith traditions. Registration is required, with dinner served at 5:30 p.m.

Twilight Tuesday
🕖 7–11 p.m. | The Shack Tavern
Enjoy a summer evening of live music, karaoke and a relaxed, live-jukebox-style atmosphere.

🏁 SPORTS & GAMES

Tuesday Night Titans Racing
🕖 7–9 p.m. | Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center | $15 adults; $10 youth/seniors/veterans; kids 8 & under FREE with paid adult
Watch go-kart racing featuring drivers of all ages, including youth classes and Juice Box racing.

El Kahir Shrine Cornhole Blind Draw
🕠 Doors 5:30 p.m.; bags fly 6:30 p.m. | El Kahir Shrine | $10/person
Compete in the monthly double-elimination blind draw with a 100% payout. Food will be available for purchase.

Weekly Music Bingo
🕖 7–9 p.m. | The Bar – Cedar Rapids | FREE
Test your music knowledge with new themes each month and a chance to win house cash.

DJ Trivia
🕖 7–8:30 p.m. | Bushwood Sports Bar & Grill | FREE
Put your random knowledge to the test with free DJ Trivia.

Comedy Open Mic
🕖 7–9 p.m. | Old Neighborhood Pub | FREE
Catch local comedians at this weekly open mic. Sign-up begins Tuesday morning.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 FAMILY FUN

$5 Tuesday Open Play
🕘 9 a.m.–5 p.m. | Brewed Imagination | $5/child
Let kids explore imaginative play areas including a kitchen, princess space, veterinarian area and more.

Half Off Tuesday
🕚 11 a.m.–11 p.m. | Spare Time Cedar Rapids
Enjoy 50% off Game Zone games, open bowling and laser tag all day, with some exclusions.

🍻 SOCIAL & NIGHTLIFE

El Kahir Shrine Tuesday Night Out
🕠 5:30–8 p.m. | El Kahir Shrine
Relax with friends, grab a drink and enjoy a laid-back Tuesday evening with food available for purchase.

Trivia Night with Think & Drink Entertainment
🕖 Evening | Mulligan's Pub | FREE
Form a team of up to eight and compete for house cash in this interactive trivia night.

Turnt Up Tuesday
🕘 9 p.m.–2 a.m. | Cliff's Dive Bar & Grill
Spend Tuesday night with karaoke, music and good vibes, with the kitchen open until 10 p.m.

🏗️ COMMUNITY & LOCAL DEVELOPMENT

MWR Counseling Groundbreaking
🕓 4 p.m. | 1011 Kacena Rd., Hiawatha | FREE
MWR Counseling will break ground on its new 5,100-square-foot, $2 million office building, expanding mental health counseling services available to the Hiawatha community. The new facility will include clinical offices, a reception area, conference room, breakroom, restrooms and outdoor patio space. MWR Counseling currently provides individual, couples and group counseling, along with specialty services including maternal mental health support, EMDR, and treatment for trauma, anxiety and OCD.

Special Thanks

A big shoutout to our sponsor: Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust.

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

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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