Events for Wednesday, November 12th, 2025
Hello Cedar Rapids Community!
Welcome to your daily roundup of everything happening around town for Wednesday, November 12th. Whether you’re looking for arts, music, family fun, or community gatherings, there’s something for everyone today. Thanks to our wonderful sponsors, Gutschmidt Properties and Jeans Team with CMG Home Loans, for supporting our vibrant local scene.
Weather Forecast
Sunny Skies: High of 55°F, low of 32°F. Perfect for enjoying the day’s events!
Arts and Culture
9:00 AM: In the End I Just Missed It Art Exhibit
Location: McCarthy Hall, Cornell College12:00 PM: Mata Ortiz Ceramics Exhibit
Location: Cedar Rapids Museum of Art6:00 PM: Gift and Ornament Workshop
Location: Twist Scissors and Wellness Studios7:30 PM: Storytellers of Cedar Rapids
Location: Groundswell
Music
7:00 AM: Jazz Week at Kirkwood
Location: Ballantine Auditorium, Kirkwood Community College6:00–10:00 PM: Two Jams One Cup Open Jam Session
Location: Ideal Theater and Bar7:00 PM: ’80s Name That Tune
Location: Lindell Neighborhood Pub8:00 PM: The Cadets Live
Location: CSPS Hall
Family Activities
9:15 & 9:45 AM: Baby Storytime
Location: Marion Public Library10:00–11:00 AM: Trail Trekkers
Location: Indian Creek Nature Center1:30 PM: Tween and Teen Afternoons
Location: Marion Public Library
Games and Hobbies
10:00 AM: Ten Grand Challenge
Location: Ely Public Library2:00 PM: Mahjong
Location: Hiawatha Public Library4:30 PM: Dungeons and Dragons
Location: Cedar Rapids Public Library6:00–8:00 PM: Wednesday Night Trivia
Location: NewBo City Market
Community Events
10:00 AM: Linn County Board of Supervisors Meeting
Location: Jeanne Oxley Public Service Center6:00–7:30 PM: Mom Co Meeting
Location: Hillside Community Church
Learning Opportunities & Workshops
10:00 AM: Genealogy Research
Location: Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library11:00 AM: Future Forward Skills for Career Success
Location: Ladd Library6:00 PM: Genealogy Junkies
Location: Marion Public Library
Health and Wellness
9:30 AM: Yoga Flow
Location: Illumination Cedar Rapids10:00 AM: Project Feeder Watch
Location: Indian Creek Nature Center1:00 PM: Jerri Fit
Location: Ely Public Library
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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. From studios and sleeping rooms in their historic Henderson 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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