Events for Tuesday, March 3rd, 2026.

Hey there, Cedar Rapids! πŸŽ‰

Showers in the forecast and a high of 45Β°, but the day is packed across Cedar Rapids. Start with Tai Chi at Ely Public Library or caregiver support at the Chris and Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia, then explore native plants, backyard chickens, or book club at the Cedar Rapids Public Library. Embrace the full moon with forest bathing at Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center or a guided night hike at Indian Creek Nature Center. After dark, it’s your pick: trivia at Mulligan's Pub, comedy at Old Neighborhood Pub, or anniversary week fun at Lion Bridge Brewing Company. Rain or shine, there’s no shortage of ways to plug in.

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.

Forecast: Chance of showers, high of 45°, low of 34°. 🌦️

πŸƒ Health & Wellness

Men’s Caregiver Coffee
πŸ•— 8 – 9:30 a.m. & 10 – 11:30 a.m.
πŸ“ Chris and Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
πŸ’² FREE
Support group for male caregivers to share experiences, learn tips, and connect with others. Zoom option available upon request.

Tai Chi
πŸ•— 8 – 9 a.m.
πŸ“ Ely Public Library
πŸ’² FREE
Relaxing morning Tai Chi session with Tom. Great for balance and gentle movement.

Medicaid Support
πŸ•£ 8:30 a.m. – 4 p.m.
πŸ“ Chris and Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
πŸ’² FREE (Appointment required)
Mercy’s Eligibility Team provides one-on-one Medicaid application assistance.

Drop-In Coffee for People Living with Dementia
πŸ•œ 1:30 – 3 p.m.
πŸ“ Chris and Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
πŸ’² FREE
A welcoming social hour for those newly diagnosed or in early stages of cognitive change.

Gentle Yoga & Nidra Yoga
πŸ•” 5:15 – 6:15 p.m.
πŸ“ Toula Yoga
πŸ’² $20 drop-in
Calming movement and meditation to reset your nervous system.

Reiki-Infused Full Moon Guided Meditation
πŸ•  5:30 p.m.
πŸ“ Salveo
πŸ’² $44
Relax in a yoga silk cocoon and release what no longer serves you under the full moon.

Forest Bathing with the Full Moon
πŸ•“ 4 – 6 p.m.
πŸ“ Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
πŸ’² $25 (Registration required)
A guided, slow sensory walk to reconnect with nature and reduce stress.

Pilgrim Pals Group Walk & Lunch
πŸ•š 11 a.m.
πŸ“ Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center
πŸ’² $15 (Reservation required)
Trail walk followed by lunch and conversation. Weather backup included.

πŸ‘¨β€πŸ‘©β€πŸ‘§ Kids, Teens & Family

Make a Muddy Pig – National Pig Day Craft
πŸ•˜ 9 a.m. – 6:30 p.m.
πŸ“ Ely Public Library
πŸ’² FREE
Drop in to create a not-so-messy β€œmuddy pig” craft.

Early Learning Story Time (Downtown)
πŸ•™ 10 – 10:30 a.m.
πŸ“ Cedar Rapids Public Library
πŸ’² FREE
Stories, songs, parachute play, and bubbles for ages 2–5.

Teen Maker Club
πŸ•“ 4 – 5:30 p.m.
πŸ“ Cedar Rapids Public Library
πŸ’² FREE
Hands-on learning with 3D printers, Cricut, sewing machines, and more.

CoderDojo
πŸ•ž 3:30 – 5:30 p.m.
πŸ“ Wellington Heights Community Church
πŸ’² FREE
STEM exploration stations for K–5 students. Parent/guardian required.

Rookie Rascals Month 3
πŸ•• 6 – 7 p.m.
πŸ“ D-BAT Marion
πŸ’² Registration required
Beginner baseball/softball skills camp for young athletes.

πŸ“š Books, Writing & Learning

Between the Covers Book Club
πŸ•™ 10 – 11 a.m.
πŸ“ Cedar Rapids Public Library
πŸ’² FREE
Monthly book discussion featuring The Frozen River, The Measure, and Project Hail Mary this spring.

Online Backyard Chicken Class
πŸ•  5:30 – 7 p.m.
πŸ“ Indian Creek Nature Center (Online)
πŸ’² $15 Members | $20 Nonmembers
Learn how to legally and responsibly raise backyard hens in Cedar Rapids.

How to Grow & Harvest Iowa’s Native Plants
πŸ•‘ 6:30 p.m.
πŸ“ Ely Public Library
πŸ’² FREE
Discover the benefits of Iowa native plants and how to use them in your landscape.

New Writers Workshop (17+)
πŸ•• 6 – 7:30 p.m.
πŸ“ Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation
πŸ’² $53 (NR $61)
Supportive multi-session workshop to strengthen writing skills and creative voice.

🎨 Arts, Crafts & Creative Community

Coffee & Art Club
πŸ•€ 9:30 – 11 a.m.
πŸ“ Eastern Iowa Arts Academy
πŸ’² FREE (Donations welcome)
Drop-in creative time with coffee and community.

Full Worm Moon Floral Design Class
πŸ•• 6 – 8 p.m.
πŸ“ Roots In Bloom
πŸ’² Ticketed (Non-refundable)
Create a spring-inspired floral arrangement celebrating renewal and the full moon.

1st Thursday Reception – β€œCircle Back”
πŸ•  5:30 – 7:30 p.m.
πŸ“ Iowa Ceramics Center and Glass Studio
πŸ’² FREE
Opening reception for an exhibition exploring cyclical themes in ceramic art.

Cowboy Romance Book Release Party
πŸ•• 6 – 8 p.m.
πŸ“ HEA Book Boutique
πŸ’² $25 (Includes book + beverage)
Meet authors Maggie Gates & Allie Oleander for Q&A and signing.

Trace Space: Dress Up Bingo
πŸ•– 7 – 9 p.m.
πŸ“ Eastern Iowa Arts Academy
πŸ’² $15 advance | $20 door
Costumes encouraged for this quirky bingo night with prizes.

🎡 Music, Games & Nightlife

Learn to Curl
πŸ•– 7 – 8:30 p.m.
πŸ“ ImOn Ice Arena
πŸ’² Registration required
Beginner-friendly curling session. No experience needed.

Full Moon Hike
πŸ•– 7 – 8 p.m.
πŸ“ Indian Creek Nature Center
πŸ’² $5 Members | $10 Nonmembers
Guided nighttime prairie and woodland hike under the full moon.

Palomino Live
πŸ•• 6 – 9 p.m.
πŸ“ Elks Lodge 251
πŸ’² $10 | $5 members
Live music and dancing.

Comedy Open Mic
πŸ•– 7 – 9 p.m.
πŸ“ Old Neighborhood Pub
πŸ’² FREE
Local comics test new material in a laid-back setting.

Weekly Music Bingo
πŸ•– 7 – 9 p.m.
πŸ“ The Bar
πŸ’² FREE
Music-themed bingo with rotating monthly themes.

Trivia Night (Think & Drink)
πŸ•– 7 p.m.
πŸ“ Mulligan's Pub
πŸ’² FREE
Team trivia with house cash prizes.

DJ Trivia
πŸ•– 7 – 8:30 p.m.
πŸ“ Bushwood Sports Bar & Grill
πŸ’² FREE
Interactive DJ-hosted trivia night.

Tuesdays Takeover (Trivia + Karaoke)
πŸ•– 7 p.m. – 1:30 a.m.
πŸ“ Cliff's Dive Bar & Grill
πŸ’² Varies by venue
Start with trivia, end with karaoke for a full night downtown.

🚲 Community & Volunteer

New Volunteer Orientation
πŸ•• 6 p.m.
πŸ“ Chain Reaction Bike Hub
πŸ’² FREE
Learn how to get involved and support the local cycling community.

Anniversary Week Celebration
πŸ“ Lion Bridge Brewing Company
πŸ’² Varies by event
A full week of themed events including trivia, cellar night, brewery tours, and special beer releases.

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 storyβ€”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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