Events for Tuesday, December 16th, 2025

Hey there, Cedar Rapids community!

Welcome to your daily roundup of everything happening around town, proudly presented by Gutschmidt Properties and Jeans Team with CMG Home Loans. Whether you’re looking for family fun, wellness activities, or a night out, we’ve got you covered with today’s full lineup!

🌤️ Today’s Weather

Partly Cloudy with Morning Fog
High: 37°F | Low: 25°F
A crisp winter day—perfect for exploring local events!

🎶 Highlights for Monday December 15th

• Jefferson High School Band of Blue Holiday Dessert Concert
  A festive evening with performances by the jazz band, symphonic band, and wind symphony, plus a delightful dessert intermission. A perfect way to get into the holiday spirit!

🧘‍♂️ Health & Wellness

• Tai Chi Class
  Ely Public Library, 1595 Dows St, Ely
  8:00–9:00 a.m.

• Tai Chi Class
  Marion Public Library, 1101 6th Ave, Marion
  9:00–10:00 a.m.

• Reiki-Infused Guided Meditation
  Divine Guidance Healing
  5:00–6:00 p.m.

• Winter Sound Meditation
  Balanced Fitness and Health
  5:30–6:30 p.m.

• Randori Life Self-Defense & Productivity Classes
  Cedar Rapids Public Library, 450 5th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids
  5:30 p.m.

🎨 Arts, Crafts & Hobbies

• French Pastry Tasting with Sandrine
  Mercy’s Wellbeing Coffee Lounge, 701 10th St SE, Cedar Rapids
  8:30–10:30 a.m.

• Doodlebug Art Program for Kids
  Marion Public Library, 1101 6th Ave, Marion
  10:30–11:00 a.m.

☕ Community & Social Gatherings

• Caregiver Coffee Sessions (Men’s Group)
  Chris and Susie DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging and Dementia, 900 2nd St SE, Cedar Rapids
  8:00–9:30 a.m. & 10:00–11:30 a.m.

• Caregiver Coffee Sessions (Women’s Support Group)
  Chris and Susie DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging and Dementia, 900 2nd St SE, Cedar Rapids
  1:30–3:00 p.m.

• Senior Crafting Social
  Marion Public Library, 1101 6th Ave, Marion
  1:00–2:00 p.m.

• Senior Crafting Social
  Hiawatha Public Library, 150 W Willman St, Hiawatha
  1:00–3:00 p.m.

• Project Feeder Watch
  Indian Creek Nature Center, 5300 Otis Rd SE, Cedar Rapids
  1:00–3:00 p.m.

• Cedar Valley Woodcarvers Meeting
  Hiawatha Community Center, 101 Emmons St, Hiawatha
  4:00–9:00 p.m.

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family & Kids Activities

• Snowflake Station (Drop-in Paper Snowflake Making)
  Ely Public Library, 1595 Dows St, Ely
  9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.

• Storytime
  Hiawatha Public Library, 150 W Willman St, Hiawatha
  9:15 a.m.

• Storytime
  Downtown Cedar Rapids Library, 450 5th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids
  10:00 a.m.

• Special Events Art Group (Making Hygiene Kits for the Unhoused)
  CRUSH of Iowa Recovery Community Center
  3:30–5:00 p.m.

• Tween & Teen International Snack Club
  Marion Public Library, 1101 6th Ave, Marion
  3:30 p.m.

• Santa & Mrs. Claus Visit
  Texas Roadhouse, 2605 Edgewood Rd SW, Cedar Rapids
  5:00–7:00 p.m.

🎤 Music, Comedy & Entertainment

• McKinley Steam Academy Jazz Band Holiday Concert
  Cedar Rapids Public Library, 450 5th Ave SE, Cedar Rapids
  11:00–11:30 a.m.

• The Misfits Band
  Elks Lodge, 801 33rd Ave SW, Cedar Rapids
  6:00–9:00 p.m.

• Mike Zito Performance
  CSPS Hall, 1103 3rd St SE, Cedar Rapids
  7:00–9:00 p.m.

• Comedy Open Mic
  Old Neighborhood Pub, 608 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids
  7:00–9:00 p.m.

🎲 Games & Specials

• Cornhole Blind Draw Event
  El Kahir Shrine,
  5:30 a.m.–10:00 p.m.

• Ugly Sweater Bingo Party
  Home Port, 624 16th Ave SW, Cedar Rapids
  6:00–8:00 p.m.

• Christmas Music Bingo
  Pines Pizza and Pub, 563 Boyson Rd NE, Cedar Rapids
  6:00–8:00 p.m.

• Trivia Night
  Taphaus
  6:30–8:30 p.m.

• Trivia Night
  Mulligan’s Pub, 1060 Old Marion Rd NE, Cedar Rapids
  7:00 p.m.

🎄 Holiday Specials

• Save Our Heritage 12 Days of Treasures
  Virtual Event on Facebook
  All day

• Five Seasons Lights Display
  McGrath Amphitheater, 475 1st St SW, Cedar Rapids
  4:30–9:00 p.m.

• Snowman Stack Craft
  Hiawatha Public Library, 150 W Willman St, Hiawatha
  6:00–7:30 p.m.

• Light Up Cedar Rapids Public Menorah Lighting
  Lindale Mall, 4444 1st Ave NE, Cedar Rapids
  6:00–7:00 p.m.

• Champions of Magic: Chasing the Unbelievable
  Paramount Theater, 123 3rd Ave SE, Cedar Rapids
  7:30 p.m.

Special Thanks

A big shoutout to our sponsors, Gutschmidt Properties and Jean’s Team with CMG Home Loans.

Employee-owned and tenant-focused, Gutschmidt Properties creates sustainable spaces that make a real community impact. On December 18th, they’ll be holding an open house to celebrate the rebranding of their historic mansion, the Henderson House, to be The Smyth, in tribute to William Smyth, the civic leader who built the mansion in the mid-1800s. This rebrand is designed to recognize the mansion’s origins as a school and home for the community while also celebrating the change makers who shaped it. Learn about the future of The Smyth at the open house on December 18th from 4pm to 7pm, and remember: Every house has a story—write yours in a Gutschmidt home. Learn more at gutschmidtproperties.com.

Whether it’s your first house, an investment property, or your dream home, Jean’s Team with CMG Home Loans makes mortgage lending a home run. With competitive rates, great turnaround times, and programs for buyers, sellers, and those looking to refinance, Jean’s Team is ready to step up to the plate for you and make getting a home loan feel like pitching a perfect game, every time. Learn more at cmghomeloans.com/mysite/jean-sellnau. CMG Mortgage, Inc., CMG Home Loans, and CMG Financial, NMLS# 1820, as well as Jean Sellnau, NMLS# 6180, is an equal housing lender.

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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