Events for Thursday, July 9th, 2026.

Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉

Thursday brings a chance of storms with a high of 85° and plenty of ways to stay active, creative, and connected. Start the day with wellness activities like Morning Stretch, Metta Yoga, and outdoor fitness at Meet Me at the Market. Families can enjoy story times, Picasso in the Park, library programs, and creative activities for kids and teens. Explore local arts and hobbies with MakerSpace Open Hours, Knit Wits, Scrabble Club, and hands-on classes. The evening is packed with entertainment, including Summer in the Square, live music at Big Grove and Kingston’s, the Five Seasons Waterski Show, Marion’s Big Band Summer Concert, trivia, comedy, and karaoke. Sports fans can cheer on the Cedar Rapids Kernels, while community events like Food Truck Thursdays, Farm Stand Thursdays, and Veterans Night at Metro Harley-Davidson offer more ways to get out and enjoy the day.

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 | Thursday, July 9

Forecast: Chance of storms with a high of 85° and a low of 67°. Keep an umbrella nearby if you're heading out—there's no shortage of ways to enjoy your Thursday!

🌿 Health & Wellness

Morning Stretch
🕗 8–9 a.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Start your morning with a gentle stretching class incorporating yoga-inspired movements for all mobility levels.

Wake Up Marion
🕗 8–9 a.m.
📍 Sloane, Marion
💲 Free (Registration Required)
Network with local professionals while enjoying coffee and meaningful conversations.

Metta Yoga – Gentle
🕤 9:30–10:30 a.m.
📍 Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
💲 $15 Drop-in
Enjoy a relaxing beginner-friendly yoga class in a peaceful setting.

Metta Yoga – Chair
🕥 10:45–11:45 a.m.
📍 Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
💲 $15 Drop-in
Accessible chair yoga designed for all abilities.

Life After Caregiving Drop-In Grief Support
🕑 2–3:30 p.m.
📍 DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
💲 Free
Connect with others navigating life after caregiving in a supportive environment.

English Practice Conversation Group
🕓 4–5 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
Practice conversational English in a relaxed group setting.

Learn & Practice English at the Library
🕔 5–6 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
Improve English skills through guided conversation and activities.

Meet Me at the Market
🕠 5:30–7:15 p.m.
📍 NewBo City Market
💲 Free
Choose from dance fitness, walking, running, biking, or yoga during this weekly community wellness event.

Dance Club Cardio
🕠 5:30–6:15 p.m.
📍 NewBo City Market
💲 Free
Dance your way through a fun, high-energy outdoor workout.

Community Bike Ride
🕕 6 p.m.
📍 NewBo City Market
💲 Free
Join this no-drop community bike ride featuring a new route each week.

Practice & Presence
🕠 5:30–6:45 p.m.
📍 Rootspace Wellness
💲 See organizer
A men's-focused yoga, mobility, and breathwork class.

Yoga at the Park
🕕 6–7 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
Enjoy gentle outdoor yoga surrounded by nature.

👨‍👩‍👧 Family & Kids

Park Playdates: Hanna Park
🕙 10–11 a.m.
📍 Hanna Park, Marion
💲 Free
Enjoy playground fun, games, bubbles, and a visit from the Marion Bookmobile.

Picasso in the Park
🕙 10 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 Greene Square Park
💲 Free
Kids can paint, create, and take home their own masterpiece.

Early Learning Story Time
🕙 10–10:30 a.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
Stories, songs, bubbles, and parachute fun for ages 2–5.

Preschool Story Time
🕙 10–11 a.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Stories, songs, and crafts for preschoolers.

Your Library at Cleveland Park
🕦 11:30 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 Cleveland Park
💲 Free
Books, games, storytime, giveaways, and the Mobile Technology Lab.

Tween & Teen Movie Day
🕐 1–3 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Watch How to Train Your Dragon (2025) with snacks provided.

Build It! Challenge
🕑 2–2:30 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 Free
Kids tackle creative engineering challenges using everyday materials.

Teen Makers & Gamers
🕞 3:30–5:30 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
💲 Free
Create DIY bouncy balls while exploring fun STEAM activities.

Guided Painting for Teens
🕓 4–6 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
Learn painting techniques with local artist Garrett Turner.

Ninja Gym Open Gym
🕓 4–7 p.m.
📍 Line Drive Sports Complex
💲 See organizer
Kids ages 3–9 can climb, jump, and balance through the ninja obstacle course.

🎨 Arts, Crafts & Learning

MakerSpace Open Hours
🕛 Noon–4 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Explore Cricuts, 3D printers, sublimation printing, and more.

Daytime Knit Wits
🕐 1–3 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
💲 Free
Bring your knitting or crochet project and enjoy crafting with friends.

Scrabble Club
🕐 1–4 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
Test your vocabulary in a friendly game of Scrabble.

How to Impress at Your Job Interview
🕑 2–3 p.m.
📍 Ladd Library
💲 Free
Build interview confidence and receive a $10 Goodwill voucher.

Seasoned Together: Community Herb & Spice Club
🕕 6–7:30 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
💲 Free
Learn to prepare Puerto Rican empanadillas in this hands-on cooking club.

Second Thursday Art Chat
🕕 6–8 p.m.
📍 Tree of Liminality
💲 Pay What You Can ($5 Suggested)
Share creative work, connect with fellow artists, and collaborate.

Hooked on Denim
🕕 6–7:30 p.m.
📍 Eastern Iowa Arts Academy
💲 Registration Required
Learn crochet basics while customizing your own denim shorts.

Sea Glass Christmas Tree Class
🕕 6 p.m.
📍 The Painted Butterfly
💲 Registration Required
Create a glowing sea glass holiday tree to take home.

🎵 Live Music, Entertainment & Nightlife

Food Truck Thursdays
🕚 11 a.m.–1:30 p.m.
📍 Shuttleworth & Ingersoll
💲 Pay as you go
Enjoy local food trucks while supporting the Freedom Festival.

Farm Stand Thursdays
🕓 4–7 p.m.
📍 Matthew 25 Cultivate Hope Urban Farm
💲 Free to Browse
Shop fresh produce and support local agriculture.

Cedar Rapids Breakthrough T1D Happy Hour
🕔 5 p.m.
📍 Big Grove Brewery
💲 Free to Attend
Gather with the local T1D community for an evening of connection.

Summer in the Square – Weekend Rehearsal
🕔 5–8 p.m.
📍 Greene Square Park
💲 Free
Relax with live music and downtown summer vibes.

Eat. Drink. & Be Marion
🕠 5:30–9:30 p.m.
📍 Uptown Marion
💲 Ticket Required (21+)
Enjoy food, drinks, games, shopping, and live entertainment while supporting Uptown Marion.

Kenny P Live
🕕 6–8 p.m.
📍 Big Grove Brewery
💲 Free
Enjoy live country music from former The Voice contestant Kenny P.

Sips & Tunes
🕕 6–8 p.m.
📍 Kingston's Steakhouse
💲 Free Admission
Relax on the patio with local singer-songwriters and happy hour specials.

July Palo in the Park
🕕 6 p.m.
📍 Clymer Park
💲 Free
Enjoy dancing, food trucks, music, and Italian ice.

Marion Big Band Summer Concert
🕖 7–8 p.m.
📍 Marion City Square Park
💲 Free
Celebrate 30 years of classic big band favorites.

Five Seasons Waterski Team Show
🕖 7–8 p.m.
📍 Ellis Park
💲 Free
Watch pyramids, barefoot skiing, jumps, and family-friendly entertainment on the Cedar River.

Game Night – Name That Tune
🕖 7 p.m.
📍 Spare Time Entertainment
💲 Free
Compete with your team in an 80s vs. 90s music challenge.

80s vs. 90s Name That Tune
🕖 7 p.m.
📍 Spare Time Entertainment
💲 Free
Guess song titles and artists to win house cash and prizes.

Cup Night
🕖 7 p.m.
📍 Raging Ryno's
💲 Varies
Kick off the weekend early with drink specials.

Thirsty Thursday Trivia
🕢 7:30–9 p.m.
📍 House Divided Brewery
💲 Free
Grab your team for trivia and brewery prizes.

Bad Momz of Comedy
🕗 8–10:30 p.m.
📍 Olympic South Side Theater
💲 $30.10
A nationally touring stand-up comedy showcase featuring hilarious stories on motherhood and everyday life.

Karaoke Night
🕗 Midnight
📍 Buchona's Sports Bar & Grill
💲 Free to Attend
Sing your favorite songs and enjoy drink specials.

⚾ Sports & Community

Kernels Baseball vs. South Bend
🕕 Game Time
📍 Veterans Memorial Stadium
💲 Ticket Required
Cheer on the Cedar Rapids Kernels at home.

Metro Motor Madness – Veterans Night
🕠 5:30–8:30 p.m.
📍 Metro Harley-Davidson
💲 Free
Motorcycles, live music, food, and a fundraiser honoring veterans.

Bingo – Public Invited
🕕 6–9 p.m.
📍 El Kahir Shrine
💲 $6 Entry Packet
Enjoy an evening of bingo with food, prizes, and family-friendly fun.

🖼️ Ongoing

Free Summer Admission
🕛 12:15–8 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
💲 Free
Take advantage of free admission all summer long and explore the museum's galleries.

Special Thanks

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

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

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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