Events for Tuesday, October 6th, 2026.
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
There’s plenty happening around Eastern Iowa today! 🌿 Start your Tuesday with Tai Chi, birding at Prairie Park Fishery, storytime, preschool play, and a chance to explore ChatGPT and other AI tools. 📚🐦 Get creative with Teen Maker Club, Chatty Crafters, MakerSpace activities, or fall painting, and learn about winter gardening with the Master Gardeners. 🎨🌱 Tonight brings House of Hope’s 25th anniversary celebration, trivia at Lion Bridge, live music with Palomino, tabletop games, comedy open mic, and karaoke. 🎶🎤
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.
Featured Events
The Confused Breakfast Podcast LIVE
with the We’re Still Cool, Right? Podcast
Saturday, October 10th
Classic Event Center, Cedar Rapids, IA
The Confused Breakfast Podcast, the #1 movie review comedy podcast in the U.S., is holding a live recording this Saturday, October 10th at Classic Event Center in Cedar Rapids. They will be reviewing the movie The Fast and the Furious - Tokyo Drift with a special bonus episode recording afterwards featuring audience participation. The show will also be opened by the hit local podcast “We’re Still Cool, Right?”. Grab your tickets here: https://crdaily.captivate.fm/confusedlive
GIVEAWAY: Want to see The Confused Breakfast live in Cedar Rapids for free? Cedar Rapids Daily is partnering with The Confused Breakfast to give away two pairs of tickets to their live podcast recording on Saturday, October 10th. To enter, just go to CedarRapidsDaily.com/win and sign up with your email before 8 p.m. on Friday, October 9th. We’ll randomly select two winners, and each winner gets two tickets. Winners will be notified by email.
Cider Stroll - NewBo and Czech Village
The District
Friday, October 9th
NewBo and Czech Village Neighborhoods, Cedar Rapids, IA
We’re also highlighting the Cider Stroll taking place in the NewBo and Czech Village neighborhoods of Cedar Rapids on October 9th from 5 to 8pm. This free event, presented by The District, features free samples of cider at more than 35 participating local businesses throughout the neighborhood. Get out and support local businesses this weekend. To learn more about the event and The District, visit The District website here: https://crdaily.captivate.fm/thedistrict
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☀️ CEDAR RAPIDS DAILY
Tuesday, October 6, 2026
🌤️ FORECAST
Mostly sunny with a high of 73° and a low of 54°.
⭐ TOP 10 TUESDAY HIGHLIGHTS
☯️ Tai Chi at Ely Public Library
🐦 First Tuesday Birding Hike
📚 Early Learning Story Time
🤖 Explore ChatGPT & Other Conversational AI
🍵 Book & Tea Tasting
🎤 Virtual Author Talk with Joe Sasto
🌱 Master Gardeners: Winter Sowing
🖌️ Fall Painting at Zeppelins
🧠 Trivia Tuesday at Lion Bridge
🎤 Comedy Open Mic at Old Neighborhood Pub
🌿 HEALTH, WELLNESS & FITNESS
☯️ Tai Chi
🕗 8–9 a.m.
📍 Ely Public Library | 💲 Free
Join Tom for a relaxing morning session of Tai Chi. Please consult your physician before beginning an exercise program.
🔗 Join via Zoom
☯️ Tai Chi – Advanced Class
🕘 9–9:45 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Build strength, flexibility, and mind-body wellness in this advanced Tai Chi class, offered in partnership with Heritage Area Agency on Aging.
☯️ Tai Chi for Beginners
🕙 10–10:45 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
New to Tai Chi? This beginner-friendly class is a welcoming place to get started, improve flexibility, and build strength. Offered in partnership with Heritage Area Agency on Aging.
☕ Men's Caregiver Coffee
🕗 8–9:30 a.m. and 10–11:30 a.m.
📍 DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
A gathering for male caregivers to share experiences, learn caregiving tips, and connect with others. Facilitated by Center volunteers and a Mercy Hospice social worker. No registration required. Call 319-221-8866 or email fcgc@mercycare.org for Zoom information.
🧠 Dementia Basics
🕑 2–3:30 p.m.
📍 DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
This six-week series explores dementia and ways to support someone living with it. Open to caregivers, volunteers, and the community. Registration deadline was August 26. Call 319-221-8866 or email fcgc@mercycare.org for information.
🧘 Curling Instructional League
🕖 7–8:30 p.m.
📍 ImOn Ice Arena
Give curling a try in this three-week instructional league. Learn delivery, sweeping, strategy, and more before playing a short game. No experience or equipment necessary. Registration required.
🔗 Register for curling
👨👩👧👦 FAMILY, KIDS & TEENS
📚 Early Learning Story Time at the Downtown Library
🕤 9:30–10 a.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
A fun-filled story time for children ages 2–5, featuring stories, songs, movement, and bubbles.
🧸 Preschool Play Day
🕥 10:30–11:30 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Children ages 2–5 and their caregivers can drop in to play, explore, and learn together. Caregivers are encouraged to participate alongside their children.
🛠️ Teen Maker Club: Laser Cutters
🕓 4–5:30 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
Teens can learn about the library’s Maker Space equipment and creative tools. This session focuses on laser cutters.
📚 BOOKS, LIBRARIES & LEARNING
📖 Between the Covers Book Club
🕙 10–11 a.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
Enjoy reading and good conversation at this monthly book group. October’s selection is The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife by Anna Johnston.
🤖 Explore ChatGPT & Other Conversational AI
🕧 12:30–1:30 p.m.
📍 Busse Library
Curious about how tools like ChatGPT work? Learn about conversational AI and how to support your community in using it wisely.
💻 Beginner Workshop: AI Made Simple
🕐 1–3 p.m.
📍 Kirkwood Linn County Regional Center
Wanda Johnson explains artificial intelligence in plain language, with no technical background required. Learn how AI is used in everyday life and get hands-on guidance with tools like ChatGPT. Registration required at kirkwood.edu/ce or 319-398-1022.
🍵 Book & Tea Tasting
🕐 1–2:30 p.m.
📍 Busse Library
Discover a new book, author, or genre while sipping tea. Browse recommendations and themed reading lists, including a Banned Books display. Featured books will be available to check out. Tea available while supplies last.
🎤 Virtual Author Talk: Joe Sasto
🕐 1–2 p.m.
📍 Online through Marion Public Library
Join Top Chef finalist and Food Network personality Joe Sasto for a conversation about his cookbook Breaking the Rules: A Fresh Take on Italian Classics. Explore creative Italian cooking, pasta techniques, and fresh approaches to familiar recipes. Registration required; the event is virtual only.
💻 Basic Computer Skills Education
🕑 2–3 p.m.
📍 Busse Library
Build confidence with technology in this introductory class covering computer terms, mouse and keyboard basics, internet use, and simple programs.
🎨 ARTS, CRAFTS & CREATIVE ACTIVITIES
🎨 Expressive Arts
🕙 10–10:45 a.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
Welcome a special guest from Tanager Place for a creative arts experience.
🧵 MakerSpace Open Hours
🕒 3–6 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Explore the library’s MakerSpace and its creative equipment, including 3D printers, Cricut machines, a sublimation printer, and heat presses. Open to all ages; those under 18 must be accompanied by a parent or caregiver.
🧶 Chatty Crafters
🕔 5–7 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
Bring your own craft and enjoy an evening of creativity and conversation with fellow crafters.
🖌️ Zeppelins – Fall Painting at Cork N Canvas Iowa
🕕 6–8 p.m. (check-in at 5:30 p.m.)
📍 Zeppelins
💲 $35 per 16×20 canvas
Paint a fall-inspired canvas while supporting two local small businesses. Supplies are included. Food and drinks are available for purchase. This event is for ages 18 and older.
🔗 Tickets
🌱 NATURE & OUTDOORS
🐦 First Tuesday Birding Hike Series: Prairie Park Fishery
🕣 8:30–10:30 a.m.
📍 Prairie Park Fishery, 2125 Otis Road SE, Cedar Rapids
Join local birders for a morning hike led by Jane Nesmith. Look for Belted Kingfishers and other stream-associated birds. Open to birders of all experience levels. Registration required.
🔗 Registration information
🌱 Master Gardeners: Winter Sowing
🕡 6:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
Learn how to turn milk jugs and other containers into mini greenhouses for winter sowing. Discover an affordable, sustainable way to start healthy seedlings using natural cold stratification and sunlight.
🤝 COMMUNITY & SOCIAL
☕ Senior Social Hour
🕙 10–11 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Seniors are invited to gather for coffee, conversation, and activities. Bring a craft or game if you’d like.
🎲 Adult Tabletop Game Club
🕕 6–9 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
Looking to meet fellow tabletop game enthusiasts? Join this gathering for games and connection.
💜 Freedom – Celebrating 25 Years of Transformation and Hope
🕕 6–8:30 p.m.
📍 DoubleTree by Hilton Cedar Rapids Convention Complex
💲 Registration required
Celebrate 25 years of hope, healing, and transformation with House of Hope. The evening features keynote speaker Joshua Broome, inspiring testimonies, dinner, worship, and more.
🍻 FOOD, DRINK & NIGHTLIFE
🍕 Half Off Tuesday
🕚 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
📍 Spare Time Cedar Rapids
Enjoy 50% off Game Zone games, open bowling, and laser tag every Tuesday. Some exclusions apply.
🧠 Trivia Tuesday
🕕 6–8 p.m.
📍 Lion Bridge Brewing
💲 Free
Trivia is back in collaboration with Christopher’s Bar Exam. Bring a team or play solo.
🎶 Palomino
🕕 6–9 p.m.
📍 Elks Lodge 251
💲 $10 cover
Enjoy a bite to eat and dance the night away with the Palomino Band.
🎲 Game Night with Think & Drink Entertainment
🕖 7 p.m.
📍 Mulligan’s Pub, Cedar Rapids
💲 Free
Tuesday nights bring a rotating lineup of trivia, Name That Tune, music bingo, and old-school 75-ball bingo. Play for free prizes. All ages welcome; arrive early to get a table.
🎤 Comedy Open Mic
🕖 7–9 p.m.
📍 Old Neighborhood Pub
💲 Free
Catch a night of comedy at this open mic. Sign-up information is posted on Lucky Cat’s Facebook page starting at 10:30 a.m. Tuesdays.
🎤 Turnt Up Tuesdays
🕘 9 p.m.–2 a.m.
📍 Cliff’s Dive Bar & Grill
Spend Tuesday night with karaoke, music, and good vibes. Kitchen open until 10 p.m.
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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