Events for Wednesday, October 14th, 2026.

Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉

There’s plenty to explore around Eastern Iowa this Wednesday! 🍂 Start your morning with GeriFit, Baby & Toddler Story Time, or a little creative inspiration with Inktober at the library. 🎨🚜 Head to Hawkeye Downs for Kubota Rodeo/Demo Day, where you can get hands-on with the latest equipment, meet experts, and enjoy lunch. 💜 Connect with others at The Unexpected Journey book study or Memory Cafe, or stop by the library for career workshops, résumé help, and MakerSpace open hours. 🧠 Tonight, dive into local history with a discussion of 1776: The Musical or learn about the Orphan Train Movement. ⚰️ You can also unwind with Qigong or candlelight yoga, try a creative painting class, or challenge your friends at free Trivia Mafia at NewBo City Market!

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

Wednesday, October 14, 2026

🌦️ FORECAST

🌧️ Slight chance of storms, with a high of 67° and a low of 55°.

⭐ TOP 10 HIGHLIGHTS

💪 GeriFit at Ely Public Library
🎨 Inktober at the Library
👶 Baby & Toddler Story Time at the Downtown Library
🚜 Kubota Rodeo/Demo Day at Hawkeye Downs
💜 The Unexpected Journey Book Study
🧠 Memory Cafe
🧘 Qigong
⚰️ Discover the Orphan Train Movement
🎭 1776: The Musical Discussion
🧠 Weekly Free Trivia at NewBo City Market

💪 HEALTH, WELLNESS & FITNESS

GeriFit
🕗 8–8:45 a.m. and 1–1:45 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library | 💲 Free
A strength and wellness class for adults 60+, focused on improving balance, flexibility, mobility and arthritic conditions while helping prevent osteoporosis. Consult your doctor before beginning an exercise program.

Tai Chi for Older Adults
🕐 1–2 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
Practice gentle Tai Chi forms in this 12-week series with Bryan Bruner of Heritage Area Agency on Aging. Skills build throughout the series.

Qigong
🕠 5:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Cherry Building
Explore gentle movement, breathwork and focused awareness in this accessible meditation-in-motion practice designed to encourage balance, release stress and support physical and emotional well-being.

Candlelight Yoga with Kayla Davis
🕕 6–7 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
Take time to unwind with a peaceful evening yoga session by candlelight.

Soundness with Sayde Yoga
🕕 6–7 p.m.
📍 The Studio at Illuminations | 💲 $15
An all-levels yoga therapy session emphasizing breath, movement and reconnecting the body, heart and mind. Mats and other supplies are available.
📞 Register at 319-775-0117 or online: https://illuminationscenter.com/schedule-an-appointment/

👶 FAMILY, KIDS & TEENS

Baby & Toddler Story Time at the Downtown Library
🕤 9:30–10:30 a.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
Enjoy 15 minutes of stories and songs for newborns through age 3, followed by 45 minutes of playtime. Rhymes, rhythm, repetition and movement help build early literacy skills.

Babble and Brew
🕥 10:30 a.m.–noon
📍 Marion Public Library
Children under age 4 can explore early literacy through books, songs, instruments and play. Coffee and coffee alternatives will be provided for accompanying adults. Caregivers are encouraged to participate with their children.

Tween & Teen Crafternoons with the MakerSpace!
🕒 3–4 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Tweens and teens can explore their creativity with a special craft connected to the library’s MakerSpace.

Dungeons & Dragons
🕟 4:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
Join weekly adventures with handbooks and dice provided. Bring your third-level character and imagination! New players can arrive 30 minutes early for character creation and game tutorials. All ages and experience levels are welcome.

Cedar Rapids Chess Club
🕠 5:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
Learn chess, sharpen your skills or help others learn at this all-ages club.
🔗 chessiniowa.org

🎨 ARTS, CRAFTS & ENTERTAINMENT

Inktober at the Library
🕘 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
Celebrate Inktober with space to draw and color. This year’s Inktober prompts will be available for inspiration.

“European Travels” – Original Artwork by John Preston
🕙 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
📍 Gilded Pear Gallery | 💲 Free
Explore original paintings inspired by artist John Preston’s recent travels abroad. The exhibition runs through November 14. The gallery is open Tuesday–Friday, 10 a.m.–5 p.m., and Saturday, 10 a.m.–2 p.m.
🔗 https://www.gildedpeargallery.com/johnprestoneurope.html#/

Cedar Ridge – Ghost Painting with Cork N Canvas Iowa
🕕 6–8 p.m.
📍 Cedar Ridge Winery & Distillery, 1441 Marak Road NW, Swisher
💲 $35 per person
Paint a large 16-by-20-inch canvas while enjoying a date night or friends’ night out. All supplies are included, and food and drinks are available for purchase. Adults 18+ only.
🔗 https://www.ticketleap.events/events/cork-n-canvas-iowa

EichenPaint: “One Bad Apple”
🕕 6–8 p.m.
📍 EichenPaint Studio, 1010 3rd St. SE, Suite 3, second floor, Cedar Rapids
💲 $30 per painter
Paint a 12-by-12-inch canvas in a fun, step-by-step class. All materials are provided, and no experience is needed. Bring your own beer or wine, or pick up local food to enjoy during the event. All ages are welcome with a creative spirit; children must attend with an adult.

💜 CAREGIVING, AGING & SUPPORT

The Unexpected Journey Book Study
🕙 10–11:30 a.m.
📍 DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
Join a five-week book study exploring Emma Heming Willis’ experiences caring for her husband, actor Bruce Willis, who is living with frontotemporal dementia. Discuss practical caregiving lessons, self-care and sources of hope. A limited number of books are available to borrow.
📌 Registration deadline listed as October 7. Call 319-221-8866 or email fcgc@mercycare.org to inquire about availability.

Memory Cafe
🕑 2–4 p.m.
📍 DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
A welcoming gathering for people living with dementia and their care partners. Connect with others, share information, take part in activities and find support.
📌 The supplied listing gives a July 5 registration deadline; contact the Center at 319-221-8866 or fcgc@mercycare.org to confirm current registration details.

💼 CAREER, JOB SKILLS & TECHNOLOGY

Goodwill Career Services: World of Work (WOW) Workshop
🕥 10:45 a.m.–noon
📍 Busse Library
Learn essential skills and strategies for today’s job market with the Opportunity Center and Goodwill Career Center. Attend three sessions to receive a $25 gift card, courtesy of Goodwill of the Heartland.

Craft Your Perfect Resume
🕧 12:30–3:30 p.m.
📍 Busse Library
Discover strategies for structuring your résumé, highlighting your skills and accomplishments, and tailoring your application to the job you want.

MakerSpace Open Hours
🕚 11 a.m.–1 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Explore creative technology, including 3D printers, Cricut machines, sublimation printing and heat presses. Open to all ages; visitors under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.

🚜 COMMUNITY & SPECIAL EVENTS

Kubota Rodeo/Demo Day at Hawkeye Downs
🕚 11 a.m.–2 p.m.
📍 Hawkeye Downs, 4400 6th St. SW, Cedar Rapids
Get hands-on with the latest Kubota equipment, including skid loaders, compact track loaders and excavators. Meet equipment experts, try machines, enjoy lunch served from 11:30 a.m.–1:30 p.m., and enter for prizes and giveaways.
📌 RSVP requested. Rain date: Thursday, October 15.

📚 HISTORY, BOOKS & LEARNING

Discover the Orphan Train Movement
🕕 6–7:30 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
Retired reading specialist Lori Vicker explores the history of the Orphan Train Movement, which took place from 1854 to 1929.

1776: The Musical Discussion
🕕 6–7:30 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Join a local musical producer and local history professor for a discussion of 1776: The Musical. Explore the production’s theatrical challenges while separating historical fact from musical fiction. Part of The Big Marion Read community reading program.

Genealogy Junkies
🕕 6–7:30 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Connect with others interested in family history and genealogy. Bring a laptop or tablet, or use a library device. Library card holders can access Ancestry.com through the library’s internet connection. Presented in partnership with the Genealogical Society of Linn County.

🎲 GAMES & SOCIAL CONNECTION

Mahjong
🕑 2–4 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
Join fellow players for open play of American mahjong.

Weekly Free Trivia at NewBo City Market
🕕 6–8 p.m.
📍 NewBo City Market, 1100 3rd St. SE, Cedar Rapids | 💲 Free
Test your knowledge at Wednesday night Trivia Mafia. Enjoy friendly competition, prizes and a fun evening at the Market. Outside food and beverages are not allowed.

Modern Wednesday
🕕 6–10 p.m.
📍 First Turn Games
Gather for weekly Modern-format gaming. Players of all experience levels are welcome to join in.

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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