Events for Tuesday, July 14th, 2026.

Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉

Today on Cedar Rapids Daily, we're sharing another full day of summer fun across Eastern Iowa. Dress like a cow for free food and family activities at Cow Appreciation Day, enjoy story times, STEM programs, art projects, and family games, or unwind with Tai Chi, yoga, and wellness activities. You'll also find local history presentations, author talks, live music, comedy, trivia, and community networking events. Whether you're looking for family fun, lifelong learning, or a great night out, there's something happening all across the Cedar Rapids area today.

A big shoutout to our sponsors, Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust for helping make Cedar Rapids Daily possible and supporting all the amazing things happening in our community.

☀️ Cedar Rapids Daily | Tuesday, July 14

Forecast: Mostly sunny with a high of 92° and a low of 70°. It's another hot summer day across Eastern Iowa, so grab your water bottle, find some shade when you can, and enjoy another full day of community events.

🌿 Health & Wellness

Tai Chi

⏰ 8:00–9:00 a.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Start your morning with a relaxing Tai Chi session designed to improve balance, flexibility, and overall wellness.

Men's Caregiver Coffee

⏰ 8:00–9:30 a.m. & 10:00–11:30 a.m.
📍 Chris & Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
💲 Free
Male caregivers are invited to connect, share experiences, and learn helpful caregiving strategies.

HigHER Women's Collective Meeting

⏰ 8:15–9:30 a.m.
📍 Giving Tree Theater, Marion
💲 Registration Required
Network with local women while exploring creativity and confidence through an interactive improv workshop.

Advanced Tai Chi

⏰ 9:00–9:45 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Continue building strength, flexibility, and mindfulness with this advanced Tai Chi class.

Tai Chi for Beginners

⏰ 10:00–10:45 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
A welcoming introduction to Tai Chi for anyone new to the practice.

Senior Social Hour

⏰ 10:00–11:00 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Enjoy coffee, conversation, games, and crafts with fellow seniors.

Weekly Centering Prayer

⏰ 10:30–11:00 a.m.
📍 Unity Center of Cedar Rapids (Virtual)
💲 Free
Take a peaceful mid-morning pause through guided silent prayer and reflection.

Practice in the Prairie

⏰ 6:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Indian Creek Nature Center
💲 Free
Experience yoga or Pilates surrounded by the beauty of Iowa's restored prairie.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family & Kids

Cow Appreciation Day

⏰ 7:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
📍 Chick-fil-A Blairs Ferry
💲 Free entrée with cow attire
Dress like a cow and enjoy free food, games, mascot appearances, and family fun all day long.

Programming 101 with The Iowa Children's Museum

⏰ 10:00–11:30 a.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
Young learners in grades K–3 can discover the basics of computer programming.

Early Learning Story Time

⏰ 10:00–10:30 a.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
💲 Free
Stories, songs, bubbles, and parachute play for preschool-aged children.

STEAM Play for Littles

⏰ 10:00–11:00 a.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
A fun morning of STEM toys, crafts, and imaginative play for young children.

Babble & Brew

⏰ 10:30 a.m.–Noon
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Parents can enjoy coffee while little ones explore early literacy activities.

Picasso in the Park

⏰ 10:00 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
📍 Greene Square Park
💲 Free
Paint, create, and explore hands-on art projects in the park.

Your Library at Twin Pines Park

⏰ 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
📍 Twin Pines Park
💲 Free
Books, games, story time, technology activities, and summer reading fun.

Glass Caterpillar Workshop

⏰ 1:00–2:30 p.m.
📍 Iowa Ceramics Center & Glass Studio
💲 $25
Kids ages 7–15 can create a colorful fused-glass caterpillar.

Mini Succulent Fairy or Gnome Gardens

⏰ 1:00–2:00 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
Create your own magical miniature garden.

Tween & Teen Perler Bead Creations

⏰ 1:00–3:00 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Drop in to create colorful Perler bead artwork.

Tuesday STEM Projects

⏰ 2:00–2:30 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
This week's featured activity is glue swirling.

Messy Art: Rock Painting

⏰ 2:00–4:00 p.m.
📍 Fairfax Public Library
💲 Free
Paint colorful rocks to take home.

MarioKart Tournament

⏰ 4:00–6:00 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Compete for bragging rights and snacks in this friendly gaming tournament.

Family Nerf Night

⏰ 5:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Greene Square Park
💲 Free
Enjoy an evening packed with Nerf battles, games, and family-friendly competition.

🎨 Arts, History & Learning

Chew on This: Kenwood Park

⏰ 12:30–1:30 p.m.
📍 The History Center
💲 $8 Public | $6 Members
Explore the fascinating history of one of Cedar Rapids' iconic neighborhoods.

Senior Create Hour

⏰ 1:00–2:00 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
A relaxing painting session designed especially for older adults.

Movie Premiere: Lewis Bottoms

⏰ 5:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 The History Center
💲 Admission Required
Discover the story of one of Linn County's earliest pioneer families.

Iowa Legislation Discussion

⏰ 6:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Learn about recent Iowa legislation with Linn County Public Defender Ellen Ramsey-Kacena.

Taste of Summer: Historic Food Sampler

⏰ 5:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Ushers Ferry Historic Village
💲 Admission Required
Sample historic recipes while learning about Iowa's seasonal food traditions.

Virtual Author Talk with Karin Slaughter

⏰ 6:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library (Virtual)
💲 Free
Hear from the bestselling thriller author during a live virtual discussion.

🎵 Live Music & Entertainment

Pipes, Pedals & Pie Concert

⏰ 7:00–9:00 p.m.
📍 First Lutheran Church
💲 Free
Enjoy an evening organ concert followed by pie and ice cream.

The Deltaz

⏰ 7:30–9:30 p.m.
📍 The Ideal Theater & Bar
💲 $22.79
Experience an energetic evening of Americana and blues-rock.

Name That Tune

⏰ 7:00 p.m.
📍 Mulligan's Pub
💲 Free
Test your music knowledge for house cash prizes.

Comedy Open Mic

⏰ 7:00–9:00 p.m.
📍 Old Neighborhood Pub
💲 Free
Enjoy an evening of local stand-up comedy.

🍻 Nightlife & Social

AFP Eastern Iowa Summer Social

⏰ 4:00–6:00 p.m.
📍 Cedar Ridge Distillery
💲 Free (Registration Required)
Network with fundraising professionals and community members.

ImpactCR ColorBlast Community Project

⏰ 4:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Big Grove Brewery
💲 Free
Volunteer to help create colorful public art while earning a free drink ticket.

El Kahir Shrine Tuesday Night Out

⏰ 5:30–8:00 p.m.
📍 El Kahir Shrine
💲 Free Admission
Enjoy food, drinks, cornhole, and a relaxed community atmosphere.

Chatty Crafters

⏰ 5:00–7:00 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Bring your latest craft project and enjoy an evening of creativity.

Trivia Night

⏰ Evening
📍 Stadium Bar & Grill • Bushwood Sports Bar • The Bar Cedar Rapids
💲 Free
Choose from multiple trivia and music bingo events happening across the area.

Santa's Summer Workshop

⏰ 6:00 p.m.
📍 The Painted Butterfly
💲 Registration Required
Create festive Christmas décor during this "Christmas in July" paint night.

Turnt Up Tuesdays

⏰ 9:00 p.m.
📍 Cliff's Dive Bar & Grill
💲 Free
Finish the day with karaoke, music, and late-night fun.

Special Thanks

A big shoutout to our sponsor: Cedar Rapids Bank and Trust.

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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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