Welcome to your daily dose of what’s happening around town! Here’s everything you need to know for Tuesday, December 30th, brought to you by Gutschmidt Properties and Jeans Team with CMG Home Loans. Whether you’re looking for family fun, creative outlets, or a night out, Cedar Rapids has something for everyone today!

🌤️ Weather Forecast

Mostly cloudy skies with a high of 30°F and a low of 21°F. Bundle up and enjoy all that Cedar Rapids has to offer!

👨‍👩‍👧‍👦 Family-Friendly Winter Break Camps

Indian Creek Nature Center
Winter Break Camp: Outer Space
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Izaak Walton League
Sunshine Valley Winter Camp: Holidays Around the World
Time: 9:00 a.m. – 3:30 p.m.
Wickiup Hill Learning Center
Winter Break Adventure Camp (Grades 1-4): Hiking, Live Animals, Nature Crafts
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

👑 Magical Evening for Kids

Goldfinch Tap and Eatery
Princess Ball-oon Drop with Elsa & Anna, Coronation Countdown
Time: 5:30 p.m. – 7:30 p.m.

🤝 Community and Social Gatherings

Chris and Suzy DeWolfe Family Innovation Center for Aging and Dementia
Men’s Caregiver Coffee
Time: 8:00 a.m. – 9:30 a.m. & 10:00 a.m. – 11:30 a.m.
Marion Public Library
Senior Social Hour
Time: 10:00 a.m. – 11:00 a.m.
The Lodge at Jones Park
Games with Friends (55+)
Time: 1:00 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.
Chris and Suzy DeWolfe Family Innovation Center for Aging and Dementia
Women’s Caregiver Coffee
Time: 1:30 p.m. – 3:00 p.m.

🎨 Craft and Art Events

Marion Public Library
All-Ages Origami Program
Time: 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m.
Cork and Canvas Iowa at Kingston’s Venue
Painting Event (Ages 18+)
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.

🚚 Food Truck Alert

Be On The Hook Fish and Chips
Time: 11:00 a.m. – 7:00 p.m.

🎲 Evening Entertainment

Lion Bridge Brewing Company
Bingo Night
Time: 5:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Veterans Memorial Building
Guitars for Vets: Monthly Jam Session for Veterans
Time: 6:00 p.m.
The Pines Pizza and Pub
Music Bingo with New Year’s Gear & Free Drink
Time: 6:00 p.m. – 8:00 p.m.
Mulligan’s Pub
Trivia Night with Think and Drink Entertainment
Time: 7:00 p.m.
Old Neighborhood Pub
The Lucky Cats - Comedy Open Mic
Time: 7:00 p.m. – 9:00 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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Events for Tuesday, December 30th, 2025