Events for Thursday, January 15th, 2026

Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉

A busy winter day in Cedar Rapids with art projects, wellness classes, library programs, family fun, and community gatherings—plus trivia, live music, karaoke, and nightlife to wrap up the evening of Thursday, January 15th. Something for every age, interest, and energy level, all in one day.

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

Mostly cloudy with a slight chance of snow.
High 29°F | Low 26°F

🎨 Arts, Crafts & Creative Fun

Sculpting with Air-Dry Clay
📍 Ely Public Library | ⏰ 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m. | 💲 Free
Drop in anytime to create a one-of-a-kind clay sculpture—no experience needed.

Winter Arts Night: Botanical Bath Salt Bags
📍 Tanager Expressive Arts | ⏰ 4:30–5:30 p.m.
Create relaxing, sensory-focused bath salt bags during this hands-on winter art session.

🧘 Health, Wellness & Fitness

Tai Chi for Well-Being
📍 Hiawatha Public Library | ⏰ 10:30–11:30 a.m. | 💲 Free
A gentle Tai Chi class focused on balance, flexibility, and fall prevention.

Metta Yoga (Gentle Yoga)
📍 Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center | ⏰ 9:30–10:30 a.m. | 💲 $15
A calming, beginner-friendly yoga class held in a peaceful natural setting.

Total Vibe Dance Fitness
📍 Tire Trained | ⏰ 9:00–10:00 p.m.
A no-pressure, no-judgment dance fitness class—move however feels good.

Hormones & Health: The Ageless Approach
📍 Ageless Med Spa (Marion) | ⏰ 5:30–7:30 p.m. | 💲 Free (RSVP required)
An educational evening focused on hormone health, symptoms, and personalized care options.

📚 Library, Learning & Career

Sensory Story Time
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library | ⏰ 10:00–10:30 a.m. | 💲 Free
A story time designed for children with sensory needs, featuring low lights and reduced sound.

Preschool Story Time
📍 Ely Public Library | ⏰ 10:00–11:00 a.m. | 💲 Free
Stories, songs, and a craft for ages 3–5 (younger siblings welcome).

Wellness Initiative for Senior Education (WISE)
📍 Hiawatha Public Library | ⏰ 1:00–2:30 p.m. | 💲 Free
A lively program celebrating wellness, learning, and connection for older adults.

Searching & Applying for Reliable Jobs Online
📍 Ladd Library | ⏰ 2:00–3:00 p.m. | 💲 Free
Learn where to find legitimate job listings and how to avoid online employment scams.

English Practice Conversation Group
📍 Ladd Library | ⏰ 4:00–5:00 p.m. | 💲 Free
A relaxed, facilitator-led group for adults looking to practice English.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family, Youth & Teens

Teen STEAM
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library | ⏰ 4:00–5:00 p.m. | 💲 Free
Hands-on STEAM projects for teens, held every other Thursday.

Teen Board & Card Games
📍 Ely Public Library | ⏰ 5:00–7:00 p.m. | 💲 Free
Drop in to play classic and modern games with friends.

Pokémon Night: Free Play & Trade
📍 Turtle Power Games (Lindale Mall) | ⏰ 5:00–7:00 p.m. | 💲 Free
Casual and competitive Pokémon play across video games, cards, and Pokémon GO.

🤝 Support, Faith & Community

Caregiving for Mid- to Late-Stage Dementia
📍 DeWolf Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia | ⏰ 10:00–11:30 a.m.
A six-week supportive learning group for caregivers. Registration required.

Conversations for Couples
📍 DeWolf Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia | ⏰ 5:00–6:30 p.m.
A social group for couples navigating dementia together. Light meal provided.

Friends of Hiawatha Public Library Meeting
📍 Hiawatha Public Library | ⏰ 6:00–7:00 p.m.
An open meeting welcoming new and returning Friends members.

Christ in Cinema – Theology on Tap
📍 Parlor City Pub & Eatery | ⏰ 6:00 p.m.
A discussion on faith and film led by Fr. Jacob Dunne.

Theology on Tap | Good Shepherd Flock
📍 Big Grove Brewery | ⏰ 7:00–8:30 p.m.
Weekly theology conversations in a casual, welcoming setting.

🎵 Music, Trivia & Nightlife

Butter Basics: From Scratch to Show-Stopping Creations
📍 NewBo City Market | ⏰ 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Learn to make butter, compound flavors, butter candles, and butter boards.

Wine & Cheese Pairing
📍 WineStyles Cedar Rapids | ⏰ 6:00 p.m. | 💲 $35 ($30 members)
Sample curated wine and cheese pairings. RSVP required.

Palomino Live
📍 VFW Post 788 | ⏰ 5:30–8:30 p.m. | 💲 $10 cover
Country music and dancing with food and drinks available.

Sammy’s East Side Jam
📍 Sammy’s Lounge | ⏰ 6:00–9:00 p.m.
A community jam session featuring live music and open collaboration.

Trivia Night
📍 Spare Time Entertainment | ⏰ 7:00 p.m. | 💲 Free
Team trivia with prizes and house cash on the line.

Name That Tune: 80s & 90s Night
📍 Hilton Garden Inn | ⏰ 7:00 p.m. | 💲 Free
Test your throwback music knowledge and win prizes.

Ideal Idol Vol. V
📍 The Ideal Theater & Bar | ⏰ 7:00–11:00 p.m.
Season five of Ideal Idol kicks off with karaoke and competition for a $1,000 prize.

Cup Night with Raylan Kay
📍 Raging Ryno’s | ⏰ 8:00 p.m.–Midnight | 21+
A high-energy Thursday night crawl with music and drink specials.

Thursday Night Karaoke Party
📍 Buchona’s Sports Bar & Grill | ⏰ 8:00–11:45 p.m.
Sing for BOGO drink deals and enjoy late-night karaoke.

Bingo Night
📍 El Kahir Shrine | ⏰ 6:00–9:00 p.m. | 💲 $6 entry
Weekly public bingo with food and drinks available.

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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