Events for Friday, January 9th, 2026

Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉 From yoga and meditation to trivia, live music, crafting, and community gatherings, January 9th is packed with great ways to get out, connect, and have fun around town—there’s truly something for everyone today.

A big shoutout to our sponsors, Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust, Gutschmidt Properties, and Jean’s Team with CMG Home Loans, for helping make Cedar Rapids Daily possible and supporting all the amazing things happening in our community.

🌦️ Weather

Forecast: Showers early with mostly cloudy skies
High: 42°F | Low: 29°F

🧘 Health & Wellness

GERIFIT
📍 Ely Public Library
⏰ 8–8:45 a.m. & 1–1:45 p.m.
💲 Free
Strength, balance, and mobility classes for adults 60+.

Hot Vinyasa Flow – Happier Hour
📍 Toula Yoga
⏰ 4:30–5:30 p.m.
💲 Varies
A heated, flow-based yoga class designed to boost energy and mood.

The Power of Silence: Mini Silent Directed Retreat
📍 Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
⏰ Begins at 11 a.m.
💲 $500 (scholarships available)
A guided winter retreat focused on reflection, silence, and spiritual renewal.

👶 Family & Youth Activities

Baby & Toddler Story Time
📍 Ladd Library
⏰ 9:30–10:30 a.m.
💲 Free
Stories, songs, and playtime for newborns to age three.

Expressive Arts with Tanager
📍 Downtown Cedar Rapids Public Library
⏰ 10–11 a.m.
💲 Free
Creative arts activities focused on emotional expression for pre-K–2nd grade.

Dungeons & Dragons for Teens
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
⏰ 6–7:30 p.m.
💲 Free
A guided D&D session for teen adventurers.

📚 Learning, Writing & Film

Community Writers Circle
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
⏰ 1–2 p.m.
💲 Free
An adult writing group for sharing work and building skills.

Friday Film Classics
📍 Ely Public Library
⏰ 2–3:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Weekly screenings of classic films.

🎨 Arts & Culture

Under the Knife – Gallery Opening (Sam Weis)
📍 CSPS Hall
⏰ 5:30–7:30 p.m.
💲 Free
An opening reception featuring abstract works by Iowa artist Sam Weis.

A Modern Salon
📍 Brucemore
⏰ 7–10 p.m.
💲 $75 (21+)
An elegant evening of music, storytelling, wine, and desserts.

🎲 Games, Bingo & Social Fun

Bingo at the Ely American Legion
📍 Ely American Legion
⏰ 7–9 p.m.
💲 $1 per 3 cards
A bingo fundraiser supporting the Ely Public Library.

Bingo Night at Lowe Park
📍 Lowe Park Arts & Environment Center
⏰ 6–8:30 p.m.
💲 $0.25 per card
All-ages bingo with cash prizes.

Friday Night Magic – Precon Edition
📍 Coulee Cards & Gaming
⏰ 5 p.m.
💲 Varies
Casual Magic: The Gathering play using pre-constructed decks.

🍔 Food & Community Events

El Kahir Basket Night
📍 El Kahir Shrine
⏰ 5:30–7:30 p.m.
💲 $10
Burger or tenderloin baskets with fries.

Tenderloin Fry
📍 American Legion Post 298
⏰ 5–7 p.m.
💲 $10 | Kids under 6 free
A classic community dinner, open to the public.

🎶 Live Music

First Friday Jazz – Soul Sacrifice
📍 Opus Concert Café
⏰ 5–7 p.m.
💲 $15 cover
Live jazz and Latin-inspired music.

The Janeys
📍 Campbell Steele Gallery & Venue
⏰ Doors 5:30 p.m. | Music 7 p.m.
💲 $10
Blues-rock live music in an intimate setting.

Miles Nielsen & the Rusted Hearts
📍 CSPS Hall
⏰ 8–9 p.m.
💲 Varies
Americana and roots rock from a fan-favorite Midwest band.

Friday Night Music – Jarrod Hogan
📍 Cedar Ridge Distillery
⏰ 6–9 p.m.
💲 Free
Acoustic Americana and country-inspired storytelling.

Patrick Tecklenburg & Friends
📍 Checkers Tavern
⏰ 7–10 p.m.
💲 Free
Local musicians jamming together for a lively night out.

Smells Like Nirvana
📍 Olympic South Side Theater
⏰ Doors 6 p.m. | Show 7 p.m.
💲 $20 advance | $25 day of
A high-energy Nirvana tribute with opening acts.

💃 Nightlife, Dance & Karaoke

Friday Night Dance Party
📍 Just Coz
⏰ 7 p.m.
💲 No cover
A high-energy dance night with drink specials.

Karaoke Nights
📍 Multiple locations (9 p.m.)
💲 Free
• The Shack Tavern (9 p.m.–1 a.m.)
• The Viking Lounge
• Sammy’s Lounge
• Blind Pig
• Monkey Business (The Bar)
• Just Jules

Drag Show
📍 Basix
⏰ 10:30 p.m.
💲 Varies
A late-night drag performance full of energy and flair.

Special Thanks

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

With convenient locations throughout the area, a deep commitment to relationship banking, and the best cookies on the planet, Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust is the bank of choice for Cedar Rapids locals. CRBT provides full service commercial and consumer banking as well as trust and asset management services, all while making your banking experience so much more than you expected. Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust: The people you can bank on. Learn more at crbt.bank.

Employee-owned and tenant-focused, Gutschmidt Properties creates sustainable spaces that make a real community impact. From studios and sleeping rooms in their historic Smyth House, to both their old and new homes as part of the Rainbow Road project just off I‑380, or flexible commercial space at Averill House in downtown Cedar Rapids, they may have just the place for you. Every house has a story—write yours in one of their homes. 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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