Events for Wednesday, May 6th, 2026.
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
Wednesday, May 6 in Cedar Rapids offers a well-rounded mix of wellness, learning, and community connection. The day features fitness classes, yoga, and mindfulness workshops alongside family-friendly activities and nature programs. There are also opportunities for career development, creative expression, and skill-building, with art sessions, crafting, and educational workshops throughout the day. The evening brings social gatherings, trivia, live music, and storytelling, creating a lively and engaging midweek atmosphere.
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, May 6, 2026
Forecast: Mostly Cloudy | High: 56° | Low: 37°
🧘♀️ Health, Wellness & Fitness
GERIFIT
📍 Ely Public Library
⏰ 8–8:45 a.m. & 1–1:45 p.m.
💲 Free
A senior-focused fitness class designed to improve strength, balance, and mobility.
Gentle Yoga
📍 Hands in Harmony
⏰ 8:30 a.m.
💲 $20 drop-in / passes available
A welcoming, all-level yoga class focused on mindful movement and relaxation.
Yoga Flow
📍 Illuminations Cedar Rapids
⏰ 9:30–10:30 a.m.
💲 Varies
A dynamic, breath-connected yoga class that encourages mindfulness and flow.
Chair Yoga with Jamie
📍 Breathing Room Yoga
⏰ 4–5 p.m.
💲 Drop-in fee
An accessible, chair-based yoga class tailored for beginners or those recovering from injury.
Somatic Slow Flow
📍 Rootspace Wellness
⏰ 5:30–6:45 p.m.
💲 Varies
A slow, breath-led movement class designed to release tension and reconnect body awareness.
Calm Within Chaos Workshop
📍 Illuminations Cedar Rapids
⏰ 6–7:30 p.m.
💲 $25
A guided workshop focused on calming the nervous system and managing stress.
👶 Kids, Family & Youth
Baby & Toddler Story Time
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
⏰ 9:30–10:30 a.m.
💲 Free
A short story and song session followed by playtime to build early literacy skills.
Preschool Trail Trekkers: Sounds of Spring
📍 Indian Creek Nature Center
⏰ 10–11 a.m.
💲 $5 (adults & kids)
A nature-based preschool program exploring frogs, habitats, and spring sounds.
💼 Education, Career & Learning
1 Million Cups (Uptown Coffee Co.)
📍 NewBoCo
⏰ 8:30–10 a.m.
💲 Free
A weekly entrepreneurial meetup featuring a founder story and community discussion.
Goodwill WOW Workshop
📍 Ladd Library
⏰ 11 a.m.–12 p.m.
💲 Free
A career-building workshop teaching essential job market skills.
Craft Your Perfect Resume
📍 Ladd Library
⏰ 12:30–3:30 p.m.
💲 Free
A hands-on session to improve resume writing and job application strategies.
Art Bites: "Elemental"
📍 Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
⏰ 12:15–1:15 p.m.
💲 Free
A lunchtime art talk exploring a featured exhibition with a curator.
English Practice Conversation Group
📍 Ladd Library
⏰ 4–5 p.m.
💲 Free
A casual group to practice English through guided conversation.
Learn & Practice English
📍 Ladd Library
⏰ 5–6 p.m.
💲 Free
A structured yet relaxed environment to improve English communication skills.
Community Workshop: Women’s Intro to Biking
📍 Chain Reaction Bike Hub
⏰ 5:30–8 p.m.
💲 Free
A beginner-friendly workshop covering biking basics and a short group ride.
Sustain & Simplify: Sustainability 101
📍 Kirkwood Continuing Education
⏰ 6–7:30 p.m.
💲 Varies
A workshop on making sustainable living practical and approachable.
The Gazette 2027 Travel Info Meeting
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
⏰ 5 p.m.
💲 Free
An informational session about upcoming international group travel opportunities.
🎨 Arts, Crafts & Creative
Notes & Nibbles
📍 Cedar Rapids Museum of Art
⏰ 1:30 p.m.
💲 Free
A creative social hour writing and decorating postcards.
MakerSpace Open Hours
📍 Marion Public Library
⏰ 3–6 p.m.
💲 Free
An open session to explore tools like 3D printers and crafting equipment.
Expressive Arts: The Art of Music
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
⏰ 4–5 p.m.
💲 Free
An interactive exploration of music genres and creative expression.
Dungeons & Dragons
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
⏰ 4:30–6:30 p.m.
💲 Free
A weekly tabletop adventure game welcoming players of all experience levels.
Cork N Canvas (Zeppelins)
📍 Zeppelins
⏰ 6–8 p.m.
💲 $35
A guided painting class with all supplies provided.
Genealogy Junkies
📍 Marion Public Library
⏰ 6–7:30 p.m.
💲 Free
A collaborative group for researching and sharing family history.
Mother’s Day Sign Class
📍 The Painted Butterfly (Fairfax)
⏰ 6 p.m.
💲 Varies
A DIY workshop to create a personalized wooden sign for Mother’s Day.
The Healing Power of Art
📍 DKW Gallery & Studio
⏰ 3–4 p.m.
💲 Free
A creative session supporting those impacted by cancer through art.
🎲 Social, Clubs & Community
Mahjong
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
⏰ 2–4 p.m.
💲 Free
An open play session for American mahjong enthusiasts.
Cedar Rapids Chess Club
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
⏰ 5:30–7:30 p.m.
💲 Free
A casual club for players of all skill levels to learn and compete.
One Particular Harbor Gathering
📍 Carlos O’Kelly’s (Marion)
⏰ 5–8 p.m.
💲 Food/drinks optional
A monthly social meetup with food, drinks, and community vibes.
CRBM May Meeting
📍 Parlor City Pub & Eatery
⏰ 7 p.m.
💲 Free
A club meeting covering tournaments and organizational updates.
🧠 Support & Personal Growth
Caregiver Coffee (Afternoon)
📍 DeWolf Family Innovation Center
⏰ 1:30–3 p.m.
💲 Free
A support group for caregivers to connect and share experiences.
🎤 Entertainment, Music & Nightlife
Weekly Free Trivia (Trivia Mafia)
📍 NewBo City Market
⏰ 6–8 p.m.
💲 Free
A lively weekly trivia night with prizes and team competition.
Trivia Night (Lion Bridge Brewing)
📍 Lion Bridge Brewing Company
⏰ 6:30–9:30 p.m.
💲 Free
A multi-round trivia game with prizes, food, and drinks.
70’s Name That Tune
📍 The Pedaler’s Fork
⏰ 7 p.m.
💲 Free
A music trivia game focused on identifying classic 70s hits.
Storytellers of Cedar Rapids
📍 Groundswell Cafe
⏰ 7:30–9:30 p.m.
💲 Ticketed
A live storytelling event featuring personal, themed stories from local voices.
Blood on the Clocktower
📍 First Turn Games
⏰ 6:30 p.m.
💲 $8
A social deduction game experience with immersive storytelling.
Wess-Side Jam (Live Music)
📍 Double Z Bar & Grill
⏰ 6–9 p.m.
💲 Free
A live music jam session featuring local performers.
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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