Events for Wednesday, March 11th, 2026.

Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉

Wednesday in Cedar Rapids will be a chilly and windy one, but there are still plenty of ways to get out and stay active. Start the morning with GERIFIT, yoga, or networking at 1 Million Cups. Throughout the day you’ll find workshops on resumes, gardening, and bike maintenance, plus family programs like Baby & Toddler Story Time and maple syruping at Indian Creek Nature Center. In the evening, choose from trivia nights, chess club, Dungeons & Dragons, or a sound bath meditation. You can also check out the CRCSD High School Art Show opening at CSPS Hall or enjoy live music during the 2 Jams 1 Cup open jam 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.

🌬️ Wednesday, March 11 Events

Forecast: Chance of rain and snow with a high of 43° and a low of 25°. It will be a windy day, so bundle up if you're heading out.

🧘 Health, Wellness & Support

GERIFIT
📍 Ely Public Library
⏰ 8–8:45 a.m. & 1–1:45 p.m.
💲 Free
A strength and balance fitness class designed for adults 60+ to improve flexibility, mobility, and help prevent osteoporosis.

Gentle Yoga with Cynthia Dennis
📍 Hands in Harmony
⏰ 8:30 a.m.
💲 $20 drop-in | $60 monthly pass
A welcoming all-levels yoga class focused on mindful movement, breathwork, and setting a positive tone for the day.

Memory Cafe
📍 Chris & Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
⏰ 2–4 p.m.
💲 Free
A supportive gathering for individuals living with dementia and their care partners to socialize, learn, and share experiences.

Sound Bath Meditation
📍 ReAlive Metaphysical Shop
⏰ 6–7 p.m.
💲 Free / goodwill donation
Relax and unwind during an immersive meditation experience using calming sound frequencies.

Soundness with Sayde Yoga
📍 Illuminations Center for Enlightenment
⏰ 6–7 p.m.
💲 $15
A yoga therapy session focused on breath, gentle movement, and reconnecting mind and body.

📚 Education, Learning & Workshops

Goodwill World of Work (WOW) Workshop
📍 Ladd Library
⏰ 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
💲 Free
Learn essential job-search and career skills. Attend multiple sessions to earn a gift card incentive.

Craft Your Perfect Resume
📍 Ladd Library
⏰ 12:30–3:30 p.m.
💲 Free
A workshop on building an effective resume that highlights skills and achievements.

Master Gardeners Spring Talks
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
⏰ 6:30–7:30 p.m.
💲 Free
A gardening presentation focused on tips and techniques for growing plants—even if you don’t have a traditional yard.

Intro to DJ-ing Class
📍 Northwest Recreation Center
⏰ 6–7 p.m.
💲 Price varies
Learn the basics of DJing, get hands-on with equipment, and hear stories from working DJs.

Community Workshop: Spring Bike Maintenance (ABC’s)
📍 Chain Reaction Bike Hub
⏰ 6 p.m.
💲 Free (suggested $10 donation)
A hands-on workshop covering the basics of bike maintenance: air, brakes, and chain care.

👶 Family, Kids & Nature

Baby & Toddler Story Time
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
⏰ 9:30–10:30 a.m.
💲 Free
A short story and song program for newborns to age three followed by playtime.

Preschool Trail Trekkers: Maple Syruping
📍 Indian Creek Nature Center
⏰ 10–11 a.m.
💲 $5
Preschoolers and caregivers learn about maple syrup production, hear Native American legends, and taste fresh syrup.

Family Art Night
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
⏰ 5:30–6:30 p.m.
💲 Free (registration required)
Kids and families explore different art materials and techniques together.

🌍 Community, Language & Support

Free Volunteer Tax Assistance
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
⏰ 12–8 p.m.
💲 Free
VITA volunteers provide free help with preparing and filing taxes.

Mahjong Open Play
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
⏰ 2–4 p.m.
💲 Free
Play American Mahjong and meet others who enjoy the classic tile game.

Crochet Recovery Connection
📍 CRUSH of Iowa Recovery Community Center
⏰ 3–4 p.m.
💲 Free
A creative support group where participants crochet while connecting with others in recovery.

English Practice Conversation Group
📍 Ladd Library
⏰ 4–5 p.m.
💲 Free
A relaxed setting for adults to practice speaking English and build confidence.

Learn & Practice English
📍 Ladd Library
⏰ 5–6 p.m.
💲 Free
Interactive conversations and activities designed to strengthen English language skills.

MomCo Moms Group
📍 Hillside Community Church
⏰ 6–7:30 p.m.
💲 Free
A supportive gathering for moms featuring discussions, activities, and childcare.

🎲 Games, Clubs & Hobbies

Dungeons & Dragons Night
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
⏰ 4:30–6:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Weekly tabletop adventures for players of all experience levels.

Cedar Rapids Chess Club
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
⏰ 5:30–7:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Learn chess, sharpen your skills, or teach others in this all-ages club.

Blood on the Clocktower Game Night
📍 First Turn Games
⏰ 6:30–8:30 p.m.
💲 Price varies
A social deduction board game where players work together to uncover hidden villains.

Winter Weeknight Onroad Racing
📍 Crash'n Bash Hobbies
⏰ 6 p.m.–Midnight
💲 Price varies
RC car racing night featuring practice laps, qualifiers, and friendly competition.

🍻 Trivia, Music & Nightlife

Weekly Trivia Night
📍 NewBo City Market
⏰ 6–8 p.m.
💲 Free
Test your knowledge with Trivia Mafia during this weekly trivia event.

Trivia Night
📍 Voodoo Brewing Co.
⏰ 6:30–8:30 p.m.
💲 Free
Grab a drink and compete in multiple rounds of trivia for prizes.

Survey Says: Friendly Feud Bar Game
📍 Lindale Neighborhood Pub
⏰ 7 p.m.
💲 Free
A fun team-based game inspired by Family Feud where players guess the most popular answers.

St. Practice Day Music Bingo
📍 Goldfinch Tap + Eatery
⏰ 7 p.m.
💲 Free
A St. Patrick’s-themed music bingo night with prizes and drink specials.

🎭 Arts, Music & Culture

CRCSD High School Art Show – Opening
📍 CSPS Hall
⏰ 5 p.m.
💲 Free
A gallery exhibit celebrating artwork created by Cedar Rapids high school students.

2 Jams 1 Cup Open Jam Night
📍 The Ideal Theater & Bar & The Olympic Southside Theater
⏰ 7–11 p.m.
💲 Free entry | $10 drink discount cup
Musicians can roam between two venues participating in open jam sessions throughout the night.

☕ Entrepreneurship & Business

1 Million Cups Cedar Rapids
📍 NewBoCo
⏰ 8:30–10 a.m.
💲 Free
A weekly gathering where entrepreneurs and community members connect and hear from local founders.

🏡 Community Events

Spring Parade of Homes
📍 Cottage Grove Place
⏰ 1–3 p.m.
💲 Free
Explore model apartments, enjoy refreshments, and learn about living options in this retirement community.

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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