Events for February 2nd, 2026
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
A packed Monday, February 2nd in Cedar Rapids with yoga and wellness, family story times, career help, art exhibits, outdoor winter fun, community talks, and trivia to wrap up the night.
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
Mostly Cloudy | High 28° | Low 15°
💪 HEALTH, WELLNESS & MOVEMENT
Geri-Fit (Ages 60+)
🕗 8–8:45 a.m. & 1–1:45 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Strength, balance, and mobility training designed for adults 60+. Physician consultation recommended.
Metta Yoga (Gentle Yoga)
🕤 9:30–10:30 a.m.
📍 Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
💲 $15 single class | Punch cards available
Beginner-friendly hatha-style yoga focused on breath, flexibility, and relaxation.
Yoga Flow
🕤 9:30–10:30 a.m.
📍 Illuminations Cedar Rapids
💲 Pricing not listed
Dynamic, breath-linked yoga flow suitable for all levels.
Metta Yoga (Chair Yoga)
🕥 10:45–11:45 a.m.
📍 Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
💲 $15 single class | Punch cards available
Accessible seated yoga promoting strength, balance, and relaxation.
Somatic Gentle Yoga
🕠 5:30–6:15 p.m.
📍 Illuminations Cedar Rapids
💲 Pricing not listed
Slow, mindful movement paired with breathwork; beginner friendly.
Decompress (4-Week Series)
🕔 5–6 p.m.
📍 Radiantly Healthy Faith, 716 Oakland Rd NE
💲 Pricing not listed
A weekly restorative class featuring journaling, silence, breathwork, and gentle movement.
Meditation at Prairiewoods
🕡 6:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Prairiewoods
💲 Suggested $5 donation
Silent group meditation with reflection and discussion; all traditions welcome.
Going Inward with Sounds & Vibration
🕡 6:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
💲 $15
Immersive sound experience using Himalayan and crystal singing bowls. Registration required.
👨👩👧👦 FAMILY, KIDS & TEENS
In-Service Camp: Winter Explorers (K–5)
🕘 9 a.m.–3 p.m.
📍 Indian Creek Nature Center
💲 $55 members | $75 non-members
Nature-based day camp exploring winter changes in plants and animals. Pre-registration required.
Early Learning Story Time
🕙 10–10:30 a.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
Stories, songs, bubbles, and parachute play for ages 2–5.
Toddler Time
🕙 10–11 a.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Interactive stories and activities for babies and toddlers; siblings welcome.
Watercolor Affirmation Cards
🕚 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Youth create watercolor affirmation cards; elementary through high school students.
VR Headset Try-Out (Ages 13+)
🕑 2–3 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Explore travel, games, and light fitness through virtual reality.
POSCA Marker Party (Teens)
🕔 5–6:15 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
Teens decorate personal items using vibrant Posca markers.
🎓 CAREER, EDUCATION & SUPPORT
Future Forward: Skills for Career Success
🕚 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
Career readiness skills including resumes, interviews, and networking. Attend three sessions to earn a $25 gift card.
Craft Your Perfect Resume
🕧 12:30–3:30 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
Hands-on resume building tailored to specific job applications.
Computer Skills Training (NorthStar Certificate)
🕝 2:30–4:30 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
Improve digital skills and earn a recognized computer literacy certificate.
Day-to-Day Living with Dementia
🕐 1–2:30 p.m.
📍 DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
💲 Free (Registration required)
Support and education for individuals with cognitive changes and care partners.
55+ Tech Advice: Untangling Charger Chaos
🕜 1:30–3:30 p.m.
📍 Bridge Senior Center
💲 Pricing not listed
Learn about charging cords, battery safety, USB-C, and recycling electronics.
🎨 ART, CULTURE & CREATIVITY
Black History Month Display & Craft
🕘 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
African American Museum of Iowa exhibit plus all-day drop-in craft.
Raluca Iancu + Mark Dial Exhibitions
🕓 4–6 p.m.
📍 Coe College Sinclair Galleries
💲 Free
Contemporary exhibitions on view through March 13 (excluding Jazz Summit Week).
Purl Jam: Sip & Stitch (Adults)
🕓 4–6 p.m.
📍 Eastern Iowa Arts Academy
💲 $5
Weekly knit-and-crochet social; supplies included, BYOB.
🌲 NATURE & OUTDOOR FUN
Evening Snowshoe Shuffle
🕠 5:30–7 p.m.
📍 Wickiup Hill Learning Center
💲 $5 adults | $2 children
Snowshoe or winter hike depending on conditions; equipment available.
🏀 SPORTS & RECREATION
Double Play Camp
🕠 5:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 D-BAT Marion
💲 Pricing not listed
Baseball and softball skill development focused on bat speed and power.
🏛️ COMMUNITY, MEETINGS & TALKS
Cuppa & Conversations
🕘 9–10 a.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Casual morning conversation—bring your favorite drink.
Family Partnership Night with Dr. Lannin
🕠 5:30 p.m.
📍 Johnson STEAM Academy
💲 Free
CRCSD Superintendent Dr. Lannin joins a community discussion.
Linn County Blues Society Meeting
🕠 5:45–8:45 p.m.
📍 Parlor City Pub & Eatery
💲 Free
Live music, society meeting, and volunteer opportunities.
Cedar Rapids Audubon Society Program
🕖 7–8:30 p.m.
📍 First Lutheran Church
💲 Free
Talk by Dan Cohen on the Natural Resources & Outdoor Recreation Trust Fund.
🎲 GAMES, TRIVIA & SOCIAL FUN
Bingo at the Moose Lodge 304
🕟 4:30–10 p.m.
📍 Moose Lodge
💲 Games start at $10
Public bingo night with food available; games begin at 6 p.m.
Monday Social Darts League (Registration Deadline)
🕡 6:30 p.m.
📍 Stadium Bar-Grill
💲 $80 per team
Recreational darts league beginning Feb. 2; registration required.
Trivia Night
🕖 7 p.m.
📍 The Bar (Cedar Rapids)
💲 Free to play
Live team trivia with prizes and house cash.
Monday Night Music Bingo
🕡 6:30 p.m.
📍 Sammy’s Lounge
💲 Free first card | $1 blackout rounds
Name-That-Tune style bingo with prizes and sing-along fun.
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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