Events for Thursday, February 19th, 2026.
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
Chance of showers and a high of 51—but Thursday in Cedar Rapids is stacked. In this episode, we cover everything from morning yoga at Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center and AI conversations at Hickok Hall to hands-on workshops at the African American Museum of Iowa. We’ll hit family favorites at Cedar Rapids Public Library, community connections at the DeWolf Center, and a huge night lineup—live jazz, chamber music, country dancing, karaoke, and even The Wall performed live at the Paramount Theatre. Learning, live music, late-night energy—Thursday’s bringing it.
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.
📅 Thursday, February 19
Forecast: Chance of showers | High 51° | Low 29°
🧘 HEALTH, WELLNESS & FITNESS
Morning Stretch | 8–9 a.m. | Ely Public Library | Free
Gentle, mobility-friendly yoga-inspired movement with Paula. Bring a mat if you have one.
Metta Gentle Yoga | 9:30–10:30 a.m. | Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center | $15 drop-in
Breath-centered, beginner-friendly hatha yoga in a peaceful setting.
Metta Chair Yoga | 10:45–11:45 a.m. | Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center | $15 drop-in
Accessible chair-supported yoga for all ability levels.
Chair Yoga | 1:30–2:15 p.m. | First Presbyterian Church | Free
Beginner-friendly chair yoga sponsored by Bridges to Opportunities 55+.
55+ Chair Yoga | 1:30–3:30 p.m. | Bridge Senior Center
Supportive, adaptable yoga designed specifically for older adults.
🎓 EDUCATION, WORKSHOPS & COMMUNITY LEARNING
Thursday Forum: From Perception to AI | 8:45–11:30 a.m. | Hickok Hall | $12–$40
Four-part lecture series exploring the rise of large language models and AI’s societal impact.
Seed Starting Workshop | 6 p.m. | African American Museum of Iowa
Hands-on class with Black Earth Gardens teaching indoor seed-starting basics.
Improv for Duos | 6:30–8:30 p.m. | Improv Incubator CR
Six-week improv class focused on trust, communication, and shared creativity.
Contemplative Living with Thomas Merton (Zoom) | 7–8:30 p.m. | Prairiewoods | Free-will offering
Reflective online discussion exploring New Seeds of Contemplation.
👨👩👧 FAMILY, KIDS & TEENS
Sensory Story Time | 10–10:30 a.m. | Cedar Rapids Public Library | Free
Low-light, reduced-sound storytime designed for multi-sensory needs.
Preschool Story Time | 10–11 a.m. | Ely Public Library | Free
Stories, songs, and crafts for ages 3–5.
(Teens) Board & Card Games | 5–7 p.m. | Ely Public Library | Free
Drop in for classic and new tabletop games.
Read to Dogs | 6:30–7:15 p.m. | Ladd Library | Free
Young readers practice with certified therapy dogs.
💼 SUPPORT GROUPS & CONNECTION
Multiple caregiver and dementia support groups throughout the day at the Chris and Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia (registration required).
Loss of a Spouse | 2–4 p.m. | Calvary Baptist Church
Grief support group offering shared conversation and encouragement.
Conversations for Couples | 5–6:30 p.m. | DeWolf Center
Connection group for couples navigating dementia together.
🎲 TRIVIA, GAMES & SOCIAL
Family Bingo Fun Night | 5–8 p.m. | The Pines Pizza and Pub | Free
Bingo (Public Invited) | 6–9 p.m. | El Kahir Shrine | $6 entry
Are You Smarter Than a 5th Grader? | 7 p.m. | Spare Time | Free
Thursday Night Karaoke Party | 8–11:45 p.m. | Buchona’s Sports Bar & Grill
BOGO first drink for singers.
🎶 LIVE MUSIC & PERFORMANCES
Kirkwood Vocal Jazz Festival | Daytime free; 7:30 p.m. ticketed | Ballantyne Auditorium
Featuring Jazz Transit and New York Voices.
Red Cedar Chamber Music: Return to Roots | 7 p.m. | Lowe Park Arts & Environment Center
Violin and cello works blending classical and folk traditions.
Guys and Dolls | 7:30 p.m. | Theatre Cedar Rapids
Classic Broadway musical comedy.
Black Jacket Symphony: Pink Floyd’s The Wall | 7:30 p.m. | Paramount Theatre | $120
Full-album recreation of Pink Floyd’s iconic rock masterpiece.
Party with a Purpose | 5:30–7:30 p.m. | Big Grove Brewery
Live music fundraiser benefiting Willis Dady.
Sammy’s East Side Jam | 6–9 p.m. | Sammy’s Lounge
Community jam session with The Mandela Effect.
Palomino | 5:30–8:30 p.m. | VFW Post 788 | $10 cover
Country dance night.
🍩 FOOD, DRINK & SOCIAL GATHERINGS
Donuts & Drafts | 6 p.m. | WineStyles | $20 ($15 members)
Beer and donut pairing with Confluence Brewing.
Theology on Tap | 6 p.m. | Parlor City Pub and Eatery
Faith discussion on St. Francis Xavier.
Eastern Iowa Women in Aviation Meet & Greet | 5–7 p.m. | Third Base Brewery
Casual networking for aviation enthusiasts.
Cup Night with Rahlan Kay | 8 p.m.–12:30 a.m. | Raging Ryno’s
Thirsty Thursday party vibes.
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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