Events for Wednesday, February 18th, 2026.
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
Mostly sunny, windy, and 61—midweek is looking good in Cedar Rapids. In this episode, we’re breaking down everything happening around town, from morning yoga at Illuminations Cedar Rapids and career-building workshops at Ladd Library to wildlife programs at Wickiup Hill Learning Center. Then we dive into a packed evening lineup featuring trivia at NewBo City Market, painting classes, karaoke, tabletop games, and a classic film screening at CSPS Hall. Productive by day, playful by night—here’s your guide to making the most of Wednesday in the Corridor.
A big shoutout to our sponsors, Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust and Gutschmidt Properties for helping make Cedar Rapids Daily possible and supporting all the amazing things happening in our community.
🌤️ WEATHER
Forecast: Mostly sunny and windy with a high of 61° and a low of 33°.
🧘 HEALTH & WELLNESS
GERIFIT
🕗 8–8:45 a.m. & 1–1:45 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 FREE
Strength, balance and mobility class for adults 60+. Helps improve flexibility and prevent osteoporosis.
Yoga Flow
🕤 9:30–10:30 a.m.
📍 Illuminations Cedar Rapids
💲 Not listed
Dynamic, breath-based yoga flow for all levels.
Soulful Living Yoga with Anji
🕠 5:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Illuminations Cedar Rapids
💲 $15
All-levels vinyasa class with breathwork, meditation and seasonal themes.
Death Cafe
🕖 7–8:30 p.m.
📍 Illuminations Cedar Rapids
💲 FREE
Open discussion about death, dying and mortality in a welcoming space. Registration requested.
👩👧 FAMILY & YOUTH
Kid Connect
🕤 9:30–11 a.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 FREE
Playgroup for young children and caregivers.
Baby & Toddler Story Time
🕤 9:30–10:30 a.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
💲 FREE
Stories, songs and playtime to build early literacy skills.
Teens: VR Headsets
🕔 5–7 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 FREE
Try interactive VR games and travel experiences.
Family Art Night
🕠 5:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library (Downtown)
💲 FREE (Registration required)
Hands-on art exploration for families.
Love & Logic (Parenting Series)
🕠 5:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 FREE
6-week parenting series. Includes meal and childcare.
💼 BUSINESS & NETWORKING
1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids
🕣 8:30–10 a.m.
💲 FREE
Weekly entrepreneur presentation and networking.
Corridor Business Builders – Networking Social
🕞 3:30 p.m.
📍 Zeppelins Bar & Grill
💲 Purchase food/drink
Business networking with local professionals.
📚 EDUCATION & COMMUNITY
Cedar Rapids Area Genealogy Library
🕙 10 a.m.–4 p.m.
💲 FREE
Research your family history with volunteer help.
Free Help to Build Your Family Tree
🕙 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
💲 FREE
Access FamilySearch, Ancestry and more with assistance.
Veteran’s Affairs Q&A
🕙 10–11:30 a.m.
📍 Chris and Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
💲 FREE
30-minute individualized benefits consultations (registration required).
Future Forward: Skills for Career Success
🕚 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 FREE
Resume, interview and networking skills workshop.
Craft Your Perfect Resume
🕧 12:30–3:30 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 FREE
Hands-on resume building strategies.
Learn & Practice English
🕔 5–6 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 FREE
Guided conversation and language-building session.
Women Supporting Women
🕦 11:30 a.m.–12:30 p.m.
📍 Groundswell Café
💲 FREE
Community connection group for women.
YOLO (Your Other Lunch Option)
🕦 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
📍 Prairiewoods
💲 $15
Chef-prepared themed lunch in community setting (registration required).
O.W.L.S. – Bringing Wildlife Home
🕛 12–1 p.m.
📍 Wickiup Hill Learning Center
💲 FREE (Registration requested)
Learn how to attract wildlife to your yard.
Crotchet Recovery Connection
🕒 3–4 p.m.
💲 FREE
Hands-on recovery support group.
🎲 GAMES & TRIVIA
Mahjong
🕑 2–4 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 FREE
Open American mahjong play.
Dungeons & Dragons
🕟 4:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
💲 FREE
Weekly tabletop adventure for all ages.
Cedar Rapids Chess Club
🕠 5:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
💲 FREE
All-ages chess club.
Weekly Trivia – NewBo City Market
🕕 6–8 p.m.
📍 NewBo City Market
💲 FREE
Trivia Mafia hosted bar trivia. Prizes available.
Trivia – Lion Bridge Brewing
🕡 6:30–9 p.m.
📍 Lion Bridge Brewing Company
💲 FREE
Hosted by On Tap Entertainment. Prizes awarded.
Trivia – Voodoo Brewing Co.
🕡 6:30–8:30 p.m.
📍 Voodoo Brewing Co. - Cedar Rapids
💲 FREE
Weekly team trivia with prizes.
Trivia Night – The Pines Pizza & Pub
🕕 6 p.m.
💲 FREE
Compete for 1st place and prizes.
Survey Says (Friendly Feud Game)
🕖 7 p.m.
📍 The Pedaler’s Fork
💲 FREE
Live team-based survey game with prizes.
Name That Tune
🕖 7 p.m.
📍 Lindale Neighborhood Pub
💲 FREE
Guess the song title and artist. Win house cash.
🎨 ARTS & ENTERTAINMENT
Cork N Canvas – Painting Night
🕕 6–8 p.m.
📍 Spinal Taproom
💲 $35
Guided painting on 16x20 canvas.
Mending Basics 101
🕡 6:30–8:30 p.m.
📍 Eastern Iowa Arts Academy
💲 Not listed
Hands-on sewing and clothing repair class.
Mid-Week Movie Night
📍 CSPS Hall
💲 Not listed
Screening of Quatermass and the Pit (1967) plus short films.
Karaoke at 2nd Avenue Corner Pocket
🕖 7–11 p.m.
💲 FREE
Black History Month–themed karaoke night.
🍽️ FOOD & SOCIAL
Supper Club – CR Midnight Smoker BBQ
🕕 6 p.m.
💲 Purchase meal
Community dinner gathering at CR Midnight Smoker BBQ.
Books on Tap Book Club
🕕 6–7 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library (at House Divided)
💲 FREE (purchase drinks optional)
Casual book chat in a relaxed setting.
Special Thanks
A big shoutout to our sponsors, Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust and Gutschmidt Properties.
With five convenient locations across the greater Cedar Rapids area and yes, the best cookies on the planet, Cedar Rapids Bank & Trust is a place where relationships and service truly matter. From personal to business banking, CRBT is here to support you every step of the way. Come meet the People you can bank on at crbt.bank. Member FDIC
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.
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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