Events for Tuesday, September 15th, 2026.

Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉

Showers and storms are likely today, but there’s still plenty happening around Eastern Iowa! Start your Tuesday with Tai Chi, caregiver support, storytimes, and preschool activities, then explore MakerSpace open hours, woodcarving, nature exhibits, and creative programs throughout the day. 🌿📚 Tonight brings Practice in the Prairie, a community forum on aging, National Voter Registration Day activities, fantasy trivia, origami, a cornhole tournament, music bingo, comedy, and a special concert featuring Julia Radosz and Kristin Ditlow.

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 | Tuesday, September 15

🌤️ FORECAST

⛈️ Showers and storms are likely, with a high of 73° and a low of 58°. Keep an umbrella handy and watch for weather-related cancellations, especially for outdoor activities.

🌿 HEALTH, WELLNESS & SELF-CARE

🥋 Tai Chi
🕗 8–9 a.m.
📍 Ely Public Library | 💲 FREE
Start your morning with a relaxing Tai Chi session with Tom. A Zoom option is also available.

🥋 Tai Chi – Advanced Class
🕘 9–9:45 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library | 💲 FREE
Improve strength, flexibility, balance, and overall well-being with this Tai Chi class for experienced participants.

🥋 Tai Chi for Beginners
🕙 10–10:45 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library | 💲 FREE
A beginner-friendly Tai Chi class designed for those who are new to the practice.

🧠 Dementia Basics
🕑 2–3:30 p.m.
📍 DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
Learn about dementia and ways to support someone living with it during this six-week educational series.

🧘 Practice in the Prairie
🕕 6–7 p.m.
📍 Indian Creek Nature Center | 💲 FREE
Enjoy outdoor yoga and Pilates surrounded by restored prairie and woodlands. Bring your own mat and gear; weather permitting.

👵 SENIORS, CAREGIVERS & COMMUNITY SUPPORT

☕ Men’s Caregiver Coffee
🕗 8–9:30 a.m. & 10–11:30 a.m.
📍 DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
Male caregivers can share experiences, learn caregiving tips, and connect with others. No registration required.

☕ Senior Social Hour
🕙 10–11 a.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Gather with other seniors for coffee, conversation, and activities. Bring your own craft or game if you'd like.

🤝 Community Connections
🕔 5–6:30 p.m.
📍 The Views of Cedar Rapids
Connect with others in a welcoming environment featuring open tours, snacks, and beverages.

👴 A Forum on Aging: Resources for Your Journey
🕔 5–7:30 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Hear from local experts about Medicare, paying for care, selling your home, funeral planning, transportation, volunteer opportunities, downsizing, and more. Refreshments and door prizes included.

👶 KIDS & FAMILY

🐑 Little Lambs
🕘 9–10 a.m. & 1–2 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
A library program for little ones.

📚 Early Learning Story Time at the Downtown Library
🕤 9:30–10 a.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
Stories, songs, movement, and bubbles for children ages 2–5.

🛝 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.

📚 LIBRARY, LEARNING & CREATIVE ACTIVITIES

🎟️ Free Raffle Alert!
🕘 9–10 a.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library | 💲 FREE
Enter a special free raffle for adults and teens made possible by a generous patron donation.

🎭 Dramatic Improv Club Update
🕘 9–10 a.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
A library update for those interested in the Dramatic Improv Club.

🌿 Share Your View of Nature!
🕙 10 a.m.–5 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
Contribute to a special community exhibit celebrating the beauty of the natural world.

💻 MakerSpace Open Hours
🕒 3–6 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Explore 3D printers, Cricut machines, sublimation printing, heat presses, and other creative technology. All ages welcome; those under 18 must have an adult with them.

🪵 Cedar Valley Woodcarvers Monthly Meeting
🕓 4–9 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Community Center
Woodcarvers of all skill levels gather to learn, teach, practice, and enjoy fellowship.

🧻 Origami Balloons for Adults with Amos Eldred
🕕 6–7:30 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
Learn how to fold your own blowable origami balloons during this creative adult program.

🗳️ National Voter Registration Day with Linn County Election Services
🕕 6–7 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
Learn about election procedures and voting-process changes while making sure your voter registration information is up to date.

🧠 Fantastic Fantasy Trivia
🕡 6:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
Test your knowledge of fantasy movies, TV, literature, mythology, and more, with prizes for the winners. Registration required.

🎶 MUSIC & PERFORMING ARTS

🎤 Julia Radosz and Kristin Ditlow Concert
🕖 7–8 p.m.
📍 National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library
📚 Members $10 | Non-members $15 | Students $5
Soprano Julia Radosz and pianist Kristin Ditlow perform works by Suchoň, Dvořák, and Ratay/Staronova, including a world premiere.

🎨 CRAFTS & HOBBIES

🧶 Chatty Crafters
🕔 5–7 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
Bring your own craft and spend the evening socializing with fellow crafters.

🎉 EVENING FUN & ENTERTAINMENT

🌽 El Kahir Shrine Cornhole Blind Draw Event
🕠 Doors open 5:30 p.m. | Bags fly 6:30 p.m.
📍 El Kahir Shrine
💲 $10/person — 100% payout
Compete in a monthly double-elimination blind draw. Registration is through ScoreHolio, and food will be available for purchase.

🎵 Weekly Music Bingo
🕖 7–9 p.m.
📍 The Bar – Cedar Rapids | 💲 FREE
Test your music knowledge with a new theme each month and a chance to win house cash.

😂 Comedy Open Mic
🕖 7–9 p.m.
📍 Old Neighborhood Pub | 💲 FREE
Catch local comedians at this weekly open mic beginning at 7 p.m.

🍺 Trivia Night with Think & Drink Entertainment
🕖 Time not provided
📍 Mulligan’s Pub | 💲 FREE
Form a team of up to eight and compete through four rounds of live interactive trivia for house cash.

🎓 Virtual Author Talk: Priya Parker
🕒 3–4 p.m.
📍 Online
Join renowned facilitator and author Priya Parker for a conversation about her new book, The Art of Fighting: The Transformative Power of Conflict.

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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