Events for Wednesday, September 2nd, 2026.
Hey there, Cedar Rapids! 🎉
It’s another warm Wednesday in Eastern Iowa! Start your day with wellness classes, community gardening, story time and library programs, then enjoy creative activities, MakerSpace projects, games, genealogy and family fun. Tonight brings free trivia, gaming, fall gardening, retirement planning and plenty of entertainment, including Blue Moon Marquee at The Ideal Theater and the Happy Together Tour at the Paramount Theatre. 🎶📚🎨 Tune in to Cedar Rapids Daily for your quick guide to what’s happening around Eastern Iowa, all in 5 minutes or less!
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, September 2
🌤️ FORECAST
Partly cloudy with a high of 92° and a low of 71°. It will be another warm day, so stay hydrated and plan accordingly for outdoor activities.
☀️ Wednesday, September 2 | Top 10 Highlights
🎶 The Happy Together Tour 2026
🎵 Blue Moon Marquee
🎨 Beginner Kinusaiga Workshop
🌱 Linn County Master Gardeners’ Fall Library Talk
⚾ Dick’s House of Sport: KidStrong on the Field
🥍 Dick’s House of Sport: Learn to Play Lacrosse
🎲 Weekly Free Trivia at NewBo City Market
♟️ Cedar Rapids Chess Club
📚 FSB Financial Series: Planning for the Decade Before Retirement
🌿 Community Gardening at the Shakespeare Garden
🌿 HEALTH & WELLNESS
Geri-Fit
🕗 8–8:45 a.m. & 1–1:45 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
💲 FREE
A strength, balance and mobility class designed for adults 60+.
Community Gardening
🕘 9–11 a.m.
📍 Shakespeare Garden at Ellis Park
Help care for the garden while enjoying time outdoors with fellow community gardeners.
Yoga Flow
🕤 9:30–10:30 a.m.
📍 Illuminations Cedar Rapids
A dynamic, breath-centered yoga class welcoming practitioners of all levels.
Tai Chi for Older Adults
🕐 1–2 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
A gentle movement practice designed to support strength, flexibility and well-being.
📚 LIBRARIES & LEARNING
Classical Music Month
🕘 9 a.m.–7 p.m.
📍 Ely Public Library
Explore a curated playlist of iconic classical pieces, including familiar favorites and music that may be new to you.
Baby & Toddler Story Time
🕤 9:30–10:30 a.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
A short story-and-song session for newborns through age 3, followed by playtime.
Tween & Teen Crafternoons with the MakerSpace
🕜 1:30–3 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Tweens and teens can explore creativity through a MakerSpace-related craft.
Wednesday Afternoon Caregiver Coffee
🕜 1:30–3 p.m.
📍 DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia
A supportive gathering where caregivers can share experiences, learn tips and connect with others.
Mahjong
🕑 2–4 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
Drop in for open play of American mahjong.
MakerSpace Open Hours
🕓 4–6 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Explore 3D printers, Cricut machines, heat presses, sublimation equipment and more.
Dungeons & Dragons
🕟 4:30–6:30 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
Join weekly adventures for players of all experience levels. New players can get help with character creation and game tutorials.
Cedar Rapids Chess Club
🕠 5:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Cedar Rapids Public Library
Learn chess, improve your game or teach others at this all-ages club.
Genealogy Junkies
🕕 6–7:30 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Connect with others interested in genealogy and explore family history resources.
Linn County Master Gardeners' Fall Library Talk
🕡 6:30–7:30 p.m.
📍 Hiawatha Public Library
Learn about fall gardening and the work that continues even after the harvest and blooms are finished.
🎨 FAMILY & CREATIVE ACTIVITIES
Dick’s House of Sport: KidStrong on the Field
🕓 4–6 p.m.
💲 FREE
Join KidStrong for two hours of sports, kid-friendly workouts and fun on the field.
Dick’s House of Sport: Learn to Play Lacrosse
🕕 6–7 p.m.
💲 FREE
Kids ages 8+ can learn the basics of lacrosse with instruction from Kingfisher Lacrosse. Equipment will be provided if needed.
Beginner Kinusaiga Workshop
🕕 6 p.m.
📍 The Painted Butterfly
Learn the relaxing, no-sew art of Kinusaiga and create a colorful fabric artwork. Preregistration is required.
💼 BUSINESS & COMMUNITY
FSB Financial Series: The Next Chapter – Planning for the Decade Before Retirement
🕕 6–7:30 p.m.
📍 Marion Public Library
Learn practical strategies for preparing for retirement, including savings, retirement income and determining when you may be ready to retire. Registration required.
ImpactCR Happy Hour
🕔 5–7 p.m.
📍 The Yard at Kingston Yard
Enjoy an evening of networking with DJ Riley Mullane, food and drink tickets, and local vendors. Registration is required.
🎲 GAMES & FUN
Weekly Free Trivia at NewBo City Market
🕕 6–8 p.m.
📍 NewBo City Market
💲 FREE
Test your knowledge, compete for prizes and enjoy a midweek night of Trivia Mafia.
Half Off Wednesday
🕚 11 a.m.–11 p.m.
📍 Spare Time Cedar Rapids
Enjoy 50% off Game Zone games, open bowling and laser tag all day. Some exclusions apply.
Modern Wednesdays
🕕 6–10 p.m.
📍 First Turn Games
Join fellow players for weekly Modern-format gaming.
🎶 ENTERTAINMENT
Blue Moon Marquee
🕖 Doors 7 p.m. | Show 8 p.m.
📍 The Ideal Theater & Bar
💲 $20 advance / $25 day of show
Experience a unique blend of swing blues, stomp swing, honky tonk and cabaret grit from the award-winning Canadian duo and their expanded touring band. The band’s Cedar Rapids appearance is their first Iowa date.
The Happy Together Tour 2026
🕖 7–10 p.m.
📍 Paramount Theatre
💲 Tickets start around $73.60
Enjoy an evening of classic hits from the ’60s and ’70s featuring The Association, The Troggs, Jason Scheff, Gary Puckett, The Fortunes, Ron Dante, The Vogues and The Cowsills. The 2026 tour marks its 17th year.
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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