Events for Tuesday, June 23rd, 2026.
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
Happy Tuesday, Eastern Iowa! Today brings partly cloudy skies and comfortable summer temperatures, making it a great day to get out and explore. In today’s Cedar Rapids Daily, we’re highlighting wellness opportunities like Tai Chi, caregiver coffee groups, and outdoor yoga in the prairie, along with plenty of family-friendly fun including story time, STEM projects, LEGO building, slime-making, and Family NERF Night at Greene Square. You’ll also find creative workshops, book clubs, networking events, walking tours, and community meetups throughout the day. Tonight wraps up with racing at Hawkeye Downs, comedy, trivia, bingo, karaoke, and plenty of live entertainment around town. Whether you’re looking to stay active, get creative, or enjoy a fun night out, we’ve got your Tuesday covered in five minutes or less.
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.
☁️ Tuesday, June 23, 2026
Forecast: Partly cloudy with a high of 76°F and a low of 59°F — a beautiful summer day for outdoor events, markets, and evening fun.
☕ Health, Wellness & Support
Men’s Caregiver Coffee
📍 Chris & Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
🕒 8–9:30 AM or 10–11:30 AM
💲 Free
Male caregivers are invited to connect, share stories, and gain support in this welcoming group.
Tai Chi
📍 Ely Public Library
🕒 8–9 AM
💲 Free
Start your morning with a calming Tai Chi session focused on balance, movement, and mindfulness.
Tai Chi – Advanced Class
📍 Marion Public Library
🕒 9–9:45 AM
💲 Free
An energizing class designed for experienced participants looking to deepen their practice.
Tai Chi for Beginners
📍 Marion Public Library
🕒 10–10:45 AM
💲 Free
Perfect for newcomers wanting to learn the basics of Tai Chi in a supportive setting.
Women’s Caregiver Coffee
📍 Chris & Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
🕒 1:30–3 PM
💲 Free
Female caregivers can gather for support, encouragement, and meaningful conversation.
Practice in the Prairie
📍 Indian Creek Nature Center
🕒 6–7 PM
💲 Free
Enjoy yoga or Pilates outdoors surrounded by prairie views and fresh summer air.
Evening Centering Prayer
📍 Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
🕒 5:30–7 PM
💲 Free-will donation
Relax and recharge through guided silent centering prayer.
👨👩👧 Family & Kids
Early Learning Story Time
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
🕒 10–10:30 AM
💲 Free
Stories, songs, bubbles, and parachute fun for children ages 2–5.
Picasso in the Park
📍 Greene Square Park
🕒 10 AM–1 PM
💲 Free
Young artists can paint, glue, and create hands-on masterpieces.
STEAM Play for Littles
📍 Ely Public Library
🕒 10–11 AM
💲 Free
Kids can explore STEM kits, toys, crafts, and creative play.
Your Library at Twin Pines Park
📍 Twin Pines Park
🕒 11:30 AM–1 PM
💲 Free
Books, games, giveaways, and mobile library fun for all ages.
Elementary Activity Time
📍 Marion Public Library
🕒 1–3 PM
💲 Free
A drop-in afternoon of crafts, puzzles, and activities for school-age children.
Tween & Teen Craft Days: Shrinky Dinks
📍 Marion Public Library
🕒 1–3 PM
💲 Free
Create fun keepsakes like keychains and earrings from shrink plastic.
Tuesday STEM Projects
📍 Ely Public Library
🕒 2–2:30 PM
💲 Free
Today’s STEM activity: make slime!
Slimy Worms
📍 Ely Public Library
🕒 4–5:30 PM
💲 Free
Kids and teens can make wiggly slime worms to take home.
Family NERF Night
📍 Greene Square Park
🕒 5–7 PM
💲 Free
Greene Square becomes a battle zone of foam darts and family fun.
LEGO & KEVA Plank Club
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
🕒 4:30–5:30 PM
💲 Free
Build, stack, and create with LEGO and KEVA challenges.
🎨 Arts, Creativity & Learning
Glass Hanging Fish Workshop
📍 Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio
🕒 1–2:30 PM
💲 $25
Kids ages 7–15 create colorful fused-glass fish artwork.
Virtual Author Talk: Sana Javeri Kadri & Asha Loupy
📍 Marion Public Library
🕒 1–2 PM
💲 Free
A fascinating conversation about spices, culture, and cooking.
A Flavorful Evening with The Diaspora Spice Co. Cookbook
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
🕒 1–3 PM
💲 Free
Explore South Asian spices and culinary storytelling.
Makerspace Open Hours
📍 Marion Public Library
🕒 3–6 PM
💲 Free
Try 3D printing, Cricut crafting, and more.
Urban Sketchers Meet-Up
📍 Plaza Park
🕒 4:30–6:15 PM
💲 Free
Bring your sketchbook and draw downtown Cedar Rapids.
Mercury Summer Breeze Paint Night
📍 Mercury Diner & Drinks
🕒 6–8 PM
💲 $35
A guided paint night perfect for date night or friends night out.
Paint Night: Magic Mushroom Butterfly
📍 Lion Bridge Brewing Company
🕒 6:30–8:30 PM
💲 Ticketed
Create a vibrant butterfly painting while enjoying local brews.
📚 Community, Networking & Educational Events
Senior Social Hour
📍 Marion Public Library
🕒 10–11 AM
💲 Free
Coffee, conversation, and weekly activities for seniors.
Energy Symposium
📍 The Hotel at Kirkwood Center
🕒 1–5:30 PM
💲 Registration required
Explore regional energy trends and the future of Duane Arnold Energy Center.
PWN Summer Social
📍 Fieldhouse
🕒 4–7 PM
💲 Free
Network with local professionals over appetizers and conversation.
Nature Center Book Club
📍 Indian Creek Nature Center
🕒 3:30–4:30 PM
💲 Free
Discuss climate-focused literature with fellow readers.
Walking Tour of the College District
📍 College District
🕒 6 PM
💲 $6–8
Explore one of Cedar Rapids’ most historic neighborhoods on foot.
New Volunteer Orientation
📍 Chain Reaction Bike Hub
🕒 6 PM
💲 Free
Learn how to get involved supporting community cycling programs.
📖 Book Clubs & Hobby Groups
Friends of the Library Board Meeting
📍 Marion Public Library
🕒 5–6:30 PM
💲 Free
What’Cha Reading Book Club
📍 Swamp Fox Bookstore
🕒 6–7 PM
💲 Free
Share your recent reads in this low-pressure book club.
Fantasy & Sci-Fi Book Club
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
🕒 6–7:30 PM
💲 Free
Chatty Crafters
📍 Ely Public Library
🕒 5–7 PM
💲 Free
🏁 Sports & Entertainment
Tuesday Night Titans Racing
📍 Hawkeye Downs Speedway
🕒 7–9 PM
💲 $10–15
Watch go-kart and youth racing under the lights.
Kernels Away Game Watch Party
📍 Kingston Yard
🕒 6:30 PM
💲 Free
Catch the Cedar Rapids Kernels vs. Wisconsin game outdoors.
Comedy Open Mic
📍 Old Neighborhood Pub
🕒 7–9 PM
💲 Free
Enjoy local comics and fresh stand-up sets.
🍻 Nightlife, Trivia & Games
Drag Bingo with Lexi Belle
📍 Kickstand
🕒 6–9 PM
💲 $20
Bingo, prizes, and fun benefiting CR Pride and Tanager LGBTQ Youth Center.
80s Music Bingo
📍 Mulligan’s Pub
🕒 7 PM
💲 Free
Songs of Summer Music Bingo
📍 The Bar Cedar Rapids
🕒 7 PM
💲 Free
Trivia Night
📍 Stadium Bar & Grill / Scores on 33rd / Bushwood Sports Bar
🕒 Evening
💲 Free
Multiple spots around town are hosting trivia tonight.
Twilight Tuesday
📍 The Shack Tavern
🕒 7–11 PM
💲 Free
Live music, karaoke, and laid-back summer vibes.
Turnt Up Tuesday Karaoke
📍 Cliff’s Dive Bar & Grill
🕒 9 PM–2 AM
💲 Free
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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