Events for Tuesday, November 11th, 2025

Hello Cedar Rapids Community!

Welcome to your daily roundup of what’s happening around town. Whether you’re looking to honor Veterans Day, explore local arts, or connect with neighbors, there’s something for everyone this Tuesday, November 11th. This newsletter is proudly presented by Gutschmidt Properties and Jeans Team with CMG Home Loans.

Below, you’ll find a full schedule of events, complete with start times and locations, so you can plan your day with ease.

Veterans Day Highlights

• Free Veterans Breakfast at 350First

  • Time: 7:00–10:00 a.m.

  • Location: Three 51st, 3510 8th Ave SW

• Annual Pancake Breakfast at Metro Harley-Davidson Suzuki Can-Am

  • Time: 9:00–11:00 a.m.

  • Location: Metro Harley-Davidson Suzuki Can-Am, 2415 Westdale Dr SW

• Veterans Day Ceremony

  • Time: 10:30 a.m.

  • Location: Veterans Memorial Building, 50 2nd Ave Bridge

• Veterans Day Specials

  • Big Grove Brewery: Free meal for veterans

    • Time: All day

    • Location: Big Grove Brewery, 170 1st St SW

  • Cancun Mexican Grill: Veterans specials

    • Time: All day

    • Location: Cancun Mexican Grill, 365 33rd Ave SW

Arts & Culture

• New Art Exhibit at Cornell College

  • Time: Opens 9:00 a.m.

  • Location: Peter Paul Luce Gallery, Cornell College, Mount Vernon

• Mata Ortiz Ceramics Exhibit at Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  • Time: Opens 12:00 p.m.

  • Location: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art, 410 3rd Ave SE

• Rooted Program at African American Museum of Iowa

  • Time: 6:00 p.m.

  • Location: African American Museum of Iowa, 55 12th Ave SE

Community & Social Gatherings

• Men’s Caregiver Coffee

  • Time: 8:00 a.m.

  • Location: Chris and Susie DeWolf Family Innovation Center, 1100 3rd St SE

• Friends at the Lodge 55 Plus

  • Time: 1:00–3:00 p.m.

  • Location: Jones Park Lodge, 2901 Fruitland Blvd SW

• Wellington Heights Neighborhood Meeting

  • Time: 7:00 p.m.

  • Location: Wellington Heights Community Church, 1600 4th Ave SE

Hobbies, Learning & Library Events

• Build Your Family Tree Workshop

  • Time: 7:00 a.m.

  • Location: Cedar Rapids FamilySearch Center, 4300 Trailridge Rd SE

• Seniors Create: Our Painting for Fun

  • Time: 1:00 p.m.

  • Location: Hiawatha Public Library, 150 W Willman St, Hiawatha

• Gaming Night at First Turn Games

  • Lorcana Play: 5:00–9:00 p.m.

  • Pin Sanity Pinball Tournament: 6:00 p.m.

  • Location: First Turn Games, 3647 1st Ave SE

Music & Entertainment

• Jazz Week at Kirkwood

  • Time: 7:00 a.m.

  • Location: Ballentine Academy, Kirkwood Community College, 6301 Kirkwood Blvd SW

• Juke Box Review at Elks Lodge

  • Time: 6:00–9:00 p.m.

  • Location: Elks Lodge, 801 33rd Ave SW

• Comedy Open Mic Night

  • Time: 7:00–9:00 p.m.

  • Location: Old Neighborhood Pub, 409 16th Ave SW

Quick Weather Update

Expect decreasing clouds with a high of 50°F and a low of 35°F—perfect weather to enjoy these fantastic events!

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Special Thanks

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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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