Events for Tuesday, January 27th, 2026
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
Cold temps, warm connections. From caregiver support and yoga to story times, art nights, book clubs, trivia, music, and comedy. Tuesday, January 27th in Cedar Rapids is full of ways to get out, unwind, and connect.
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
Partly Cloudy
High: 17° | Low: 3°
🧘 HEALTH, WELLNESS & SUPPORT
Men’s Caregiver Coffee | 8–9:30am & 10–11:30am | DeWolf Family Innovation Center | Free
Support group for male caregivers with in-person or Zoom options.Tai Chi | 8–9am | Ely Public Library | Free
Gentle Tai Chi session focused on relaxation and movement.Women’s Caregiver Coffee | 1:30–3pm | DeWolf Family Innovation Center | Free
Support group for female caregivers with optional Zoom access.Gentle Yoga & Yoga Nidra | 5:15–6:15pm | Toula Yoga | $20 drop-in
Calm your nervous system through gentle movement and guided meditation.Dance Sweat Smile | 5:45–6:45pm | Vella Yoga, Health & Wellness | Varies
Beginner-friendly cardio dance series focused on joyful movement.Witches Cauldron Gathering | 6–8pm | Illuminations Cedar Rapids | $10 suggested donation
Community gathering centered on intention-setting and crystal work.
👶 FAMILY, KIDS & TEENS
National Ladybug Day Craft | 9am–7pm | Ely Public Library | Free
Paint a rock into a ladybug—supplies provided.Story Time @ Stillwater | 9:30–10am | Stillwater Coffee (Hiawatha Library) | Free
Story time paired with coffee for caregivers.Early Learning Story Time | 10–10:30am | Downtown CR Library | Free
Stories, songs, bubbles, and parachute play for ages 2–5.Family Art Night | 5:30–6:30pm | Ladd Library | Free (Registration Required)
Hands-on art projects for families (DIY Puzzle theme).Children’s Concert: A Night at the Movies | 5:30–6pm | Jefferson High School | Free
Live music featuring favorite movie soundtracks.Rookie Rascals Training Camp | 6–7pm | D-BAT Marion | Varies
Baseball and softball training for ages 4–6.
📚 BOOKS, LEARNING & COMMUNITY
Speed Networking | 8:30–9:30am | Marion Chamber | Members Only
Fast-paced networking event for Marion Chamber members.Family Tree Help | 10am–1pm | Cedar Rapids FamilySearch Center | Free
One-on-one genealogy assistance—beginners welcome.Nature Center Book Club | 3:30–4:30pm | Indian Creek Nature Center | Free
Discuss Winter World by Bernd Heinrich.Fantasy & Sci-Fi Book Club | 6–7:30pm | Hiawatha Public Library | Free
Discussion of The Invisible Life of Addie LaRue.Critical Conversations: We Are the Ones | 6–7:30pm | St. Paul’s UMC / Zoom | Free (Registration Required)
Panel discussion on social responsibility and community leadership.New Volunteer Orientation | 6pm | Chain Reaction Bike Hub | Free
Learn about volunteer roles and shop operations.
🎨 ARTS & CRAFTS
Coffee and Art Club | 9:30–11am | Eastern Iowa Arts Academy | Free (Donations Welcome)
Drop-in art time with free coffee.Winter Tree Acrylic Painting | 1:30–3:30pm | Eastern Iowa Arts Academy | Varies
Paint a winter birch forest—no experience needed.Chatty Crafters | 5–7pm | Ely Public Library | Free
Bring your own craft and socialize.Crochet a Penguin Plushie | 6–8pm | Eastern Iowa Arts Academy | Varies
Advanced beginner crochet class with guided instruction.Open Studio | 4:30–5:30pm | Tanager Expressive Arts | Free
Open creative space for all ages and abilities.
🎶 MUSIC, DANCING & ENTERTAINMENT
Line Dancing with Jamie | 6:30pm | Big Grove Brewery | Free
Easy-to-follow line dancing in a fun, relaxed setting.Drive-Ins 50s/60s Rock ’n Roll Duo | 6–9pm | Elks Lodge 251 | $10 cover
Live rock ’n roll with dancing, food, and drinks.French Pastry & Wine Pairing | 6pm | WineStyles Cedar Rapids | $40 / $35 members
French desserts paired with curated wines (RSVP required).
🧠 TRIVIA, GAMES & COMEDY
Harry Potter Movie Trivia | 7pm | Foundry Food + Tap (Coralville) | Free
Goblet of Fire trivia night (Week 4 of series).The Office Trivia Night | 7pm | Mulligan’s Pub | Free
Teams up to 8 compete for house cash.Trivia Night at Mulligan’s | 7pm | Mulligan’s Pub | Free
Live Think & Drink Entertainment trivia.Trivia Night at Scores on 33rd | 7–9pm | Scores on 33rd | Free
Trivia held the 2nd and 4th Tuesdays each month.Queens of the Charts Music Bingo | 7pm | The Bar – Cedar Rapids | Free
Music bingo featuring female-led chart-toppers.Weekly Music Bingo | 7–9pm | The Bar – Cedar Rapids | Free
Monthly themed music bingo with prizes.Comedy Open Mic Night | 7–9pm | Old Neighborhood Pub | Free
Stand-up comedy hosted by Lucky Cat Comedy.
Special Thanks
A big shoutout to our sponsors, Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust and Gutschmidt Properties.
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.
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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