Events for Monday, August 3rd, 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 3, we're covering a full day of family activities, wellness classes, outdoor adventures, and community events. Highlights include Toddler Time, Game On at Greene Square, Your Library at Bever Park, MakerSpace Open Hours, an Evening Nature Hike at Pinicon Ridge Park, and a free outdoor showing of The Chronicles of Narnia. Plus, you'll find yoga, Qigong, writing workshops, crafting, bingo, and more. Whether you're looking for free family fun, ways to stay active, or something new to explore, Cedar Rapids Daily helps you discover the best events 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 | Monday, August 3

🌤️ Forecast

Mostly sunny with a high of 80° and a low of 62°. Enjoy a beautiful summer day with outdoor activities, library programs, wellness classes, and evening adventures around Eastern Iowa.

🌿 Health & Wellness

💪 GeriFit
🕗 8:00–8:45 a.m. & 1:00–1:45 p.m. | Ely Public Library | FREE
A low-impact fitness class designed to improve strength, balance, flexibility, and mobility for adults age 60+.

🧘 Yoga Flow
🕤 9:30–10:30 a.m. | Illuminations Cedar Rapids
Start your week with an energizing flow class suitable for all experience levels.

🧘 Metta Yoga (Gentle)
🕤 9:30–10:30 a.m. | Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center | $15 drop-in
A beginner-friendly yoga class focused on relaxation, flexibility, and mindful movement.

🪑 Metta Chair Yoga
🕥 10:45–11:45 a.m. | Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center | $15 drop-in
Accessible yoga designed for participants of all mobility levels.

☯️ Qigong with Gina Molby
🕔 5:00–6:00 p.m. | Illuminations Cedar Rapids | $20
Meditation in motion combining breathwork and gentle movement to restore balance and reduce stress.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family & Kids

📚 Toddler Time
🕙 10:00–11:00 a.m. | Ely Public Library | FREE
Stories, songs, and interactive activities for toddlers and their caregivers.

🐢 Turtle Tales
🕙 10:00–10:45 a.m. | Hiawatha Public Library | FREE
A fun storytime celebrating everyone's favorite slow-moving reptiles.

🎲 Game On: Greene Square
🕙 10:00 a.m.–Noon | Greene Square Park | FREE
Games, crafts, and hands-on activities for children ages 5–12.

🌊 Creek Splash & Discover
🕙 10:00–11:30 a.m. | Morgan Creek Park | $10
Kids ages 5–7 explore local creek wildlife through hands-on outdoor discovery.

📖 Your Library at Bever Park
🕦 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m. | Bever Park | FREE
Storytime, games, giveaways, and the Mobile Technology Lab as part of the Summer Reading Challenge.

💼 Learning & Community

💼 Goodwill WOW Workshop
🕚 11:00 a.m.–Noon | Ladd Library | FREE
Learn valuable job-search and workplace skills with Goodwill Career Services.

🛠️ MakerSpace Open Hours
🕛 Noon–4:00 p.m. | Marion Public Library | FREE
Explore 3D printers, Cricut machines, laser cutters, and more.

🏡 Aging in Your Right Place
🕜 1:30–3:30 p.m. | Bridge Senior Center
Learn about aging in place, home planning, and housing options for the future.

💻 Computer Skills Training
🕝 2:30–4:30 p.m. | Ladd Library | FREE
Improve your digital skills while working toward a NorthStar Computer Literacy Certificate.

🎨 Hobbies & Creativity

✍️ Sci-Fi/Fantasy Writing Workshop
🕕 6:00–7:30 p.m. | Hiawatha Public Library | FREE
Connect with fellow writers and develop your storytelling skills.

🧶 Knit Wits
🕕 6:00–7:30 p.m. | Marion Public Library | FREE
Bring your knitting or crochet project for an evening of crafting and conversation.

🪢 Macramé Workshop
🕕 6:00–8:00 p.m. | MoCo Game Room | $25
Create your own macramé project while supporting two local small businesses.

🌳 Evening Fun

🎬 Monday Movie: The Chronicles of Narnia
🕕 6:00 p.m. | The Yard | FREE
Bring a blanket or lawn chair and enjoy a free outdoor movie with the family.

🧘 Meditation at Prairiewoods
🕡 6:30–7:30 p.m. | Prairiewoods | Suggested donation: $5
A peaceful community meditation gathering for all experience levels.

🥾 Evening Nature Hike
🕖 7:00–8:30 p.m. | Pinicon Ridge Park
Take a guided hike to Horseshoe Falls and the Mary Lundby Bridge with a county naturalist.

🎱 Bingo at Moose Lodge 304
🕕 Games begin at 6:00 p.m. | Moose Lodge
Open to the public with food, prizes, and plenty of friendly competition.

🎤 Monday Takeover
🕘 9:00 p.m.–Midnight | Mr. B's & Sam's Pizza & Deli
Wrap up the day with music, dancing, and karaoke hosted by Bee's Knees Entertainment.

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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