Events for Monday, July 6th, 2026.
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
Monday brings a perfect midsummer day to get back into your routine with sunshine, comfortable temperatures, and plenty to do around Cedar Rapids. Families can enjoy outdoor story times featuring an excavator, live jazz performances by the Iowa Women's Jazz Orchestra Sextet, reptile encounters at Hiawatha Public Library, games at Greene Square, and summer reading fun in Bever Park. Wellness takes center stage with Geri-Fit, yoga, Pilates, Tai Chi, meditation, and a guided Berry Bash nature hike, while creatives can stop by the Ely Library for an axolotl bookmark craft, explore the Marion Makerspace, or begin a Foundations of Drawing class. Seniors have bingo and community gatherings to enjoy, and the evening wraps up with an outdoor screening of The Princess Bride, a USA vs. Belgium soccer watch party, and a reminder that the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art is offering free admission all summer long—making it a great day to reconnect with the community after the holiday weekend.
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 — Monday, July 6
Forecast: Mostly sunny with a high of 84°F and a low of 63°F. Enjoy comfortable summer weather with sunshine and lower humidity—perfect for getting outside and exploring the community.
👧 Kids & Family
🦎 Excavator Story Time
🕙 10:00–10:30 a.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
Young construction fans can enjoy stories featuring an actual excavator during this unique outdoor storytime.
📚 Toddler Time
🕙 10:00–11:00 a.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Stories, songs, rhymes, and interactive activities introduce little ones to the joy of reading.
📖 Summer Storytime
🕥 10:30–11:00 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Designed for children ages 18 months to 6 years, this engaging storytime encourages early literacy through books, songs, and movement.
🎷 Iowa Women's Jazz Orchestra Sextet
🕙 10:00–11:00 a.m. | 1:00–2:00 p.m. | 3:30–4:30 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
💲 Free
Enjoy an inspiring performance celebrating women composers and musicians while introducing audiences of all ages to the world of jazz.
📚 Your Library at Bever Park
🕦 11:30 a.m.–1:00 p.m.
📍 Bever Park
💲 Free
Books, games, storytime, mobile technology, and summer reading fun come together for a family-friendly afternoon in the park.
🐍 The Cold-Blooded Redhead
🕐 1:00–1:45 p.m. & 2:15–3:00 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
Meet Lindsay and her fascinating reptile family during this interactive wildlife presentation.
🎮 Game On: Greene Square
🕙 10:00 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
📍 Greene Square
💲 Free
Kids ages 5–12 can enjoy games, crafts, and hands-on activities throughout the morning.
🎬 Movie, Moving & Munchies
🕑 2:00–4:00 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Enjoy an interactive showing of a family favorite movie complete with themed activities and snacks.
❤️ Health & Wellness
💪 Geri-Fit
🕗 8:00–8:45 a.m. & 12:00–12:45 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Adults 60+ can improve strength, balance, flexibility, and mobility through this guided fitness program.
🫐 Berry Bash: Kick-Off Event
🕣 8:30 a.m.–12:00 p.m.
📍 Wickiup Hill Learning Center
💲 Free (Registration Required)
Celebrate berry season with a guided nature hike, ethical foraging tips, and opportunities to gather wild berries.
🧘 Yoga Flow
🕤 9:30–10:30 a.m.
📍 Illuminations Cedar Rapids
💲 See organizer for pricing
A flowing yoga class suitable for all experience levels.
🧘 Metta Yoga – Gentle
🕤 9:30–10:30 a.m.
📍 Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
💲 $15 drop-in
A welcoming beginner-friendly yoga class emphasizing relaxation and mindful movement.
🪑 Metta Yoga – Chair Yoga
🕥 10:45–11:45 a.m.
📍 Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
💲 $15 drop-in
Accessible chair-based yoga designed for all fitness levels.
☯️ Qigong & Tai Chi
🕔 5:00–6:00 p.m.
📍 Illuminations Cedar Rapids
💲 $20
Reduce stress and improve balance through gentle movement, breathwork, and meditation.
🧘 Mat Pilates
🕠 5:30 p.m.
📍 Salveo
💲 $22
A small-group beginner Pilates class focusing on strength, flexibility, and core stability.
🧘 Meditation at Prairiewoods
🕡 6:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
💲 Suggested $5 donation
Join a welcoming community for silent meditation and thoughtful discussion.
🎨 Arts, Culture & Learning
🔖 Axolotl Bookmarks Drop-In Craft
🕘 9:00 a.m.–7:00 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Stop in anytime to create an adorable axolotl bookmark.
💻 Computer Skills Training
🕝 2:30–4:30 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
Develop valuable digital skills while working toward a NorthStar Computer Literacy Certificate.
✏️ Foundations of Drawing
🕡 6:30–8:00 p.m.
📍 Eastern Iowa Arts Academy
💲 Registration Required
Learn the fundamentals of drawing during this beginner-friendly five-week class.
🧵 Knit Wits
🕕 6:00–7:30 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Bring your knitting or crochet project and enjoy an evening of crafting and conversation.
🖨️ MakerSpace Open Hours
🕐 1:00–4:00 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Explore 3D printers, Cricut machines, heat presses, and more during open MakerSpace hours.
👵 Seniors & Community
🎲 55+ Bingo
🕜 1:30–3:30 p.m.
📍 Bridge Senior Center
💲 Free
Enjoy an afternoon of bingo, prizes, and socializing.
🎱 Moose Lodge Bingo
🕟 Doors Open 4:30 p.m. | Games Begin 6:00 p.m.
📍 Moose Lodge 304
💲 Games begin at $10
Open to the public with food, refreshments, and plenty of chances to win.
🎵 LCBS Meeting
🕕 6:00–7:30 p.m.
📍 Parlor City Pub & Eatery
💲 Free
The local Bluesmore planning group welcomes those interested in supporting the area's blues music scene.
⚽ Sports & Entertainment
⚽ USA vs. Belgium Watch Party
🕖 7:00 p.m.
📍 Big Grove Brewery / Kingston Yard
💲 Free
Watch Team USA take on Belgium on the big screen with fellow soccer fans.
🎬 Movie Mondays: The Princess Bride
🕕 6:00 p.m.
📍 The Yard
💲 Free
Bring a blanket or lawn chair for an outdoor showing of the beloved classic.
🏛️ Museum Spotlight
🖼️ Free Summer Admission
📍 Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
💲 Free (July 1–August 30)
Take advantage of free admission all summer long and explore sixteen galleries featuring regional and national artwork.
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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