Storytellers of Cedar Rapids returns for Season 3, bringing you five evenings of authentic, heartfelt, and often surprising true stories shared live on stage. Each show features a unique theme and local storytellers whose personal experiences inspire, entertain, and remind us of the connections we all share. The season opens on Wednesday, September 9, with Against the Grain. From standing up for what...Continue Reading
Laughter Rx is a fundraising dinner comedy event on September 17 at The Hotel at Kirkwood Center to benefit His Hands Free Clinic. Guests will enjoy an evening of connection, good food, and live entertainment. Social hour begins at 5:00 pm, with dinner and program at 6:00 pm. Advanced registration is required. Guests are asked to RSVP by September 1,...Continue Reading
Join the Library Foundation for a gala celebration of the new Busse Branch! The evening will include self-guided exploration of the new library, a curated food and beverage experience, and special program followed by a bubbly toast (nonalcoholic options will be available). The event is black-tie optional; guests will be dressed to celebrate! The Cedar Rapids Public Library Busse Branch...Continue Reading
Join Bridgehaven as we Light Up the Night on Friday, Sept. 18, from 6–8 p.m. at Noelridge Park! This is a fun evening celebrating life and family with vendors, glow activities, and our Light Up the Night walk, all benefiting Bridgehaven. Salsa Guy and The Freeze will have dinner and dessert available for purchase and DJ Sonny Butler will provide...Continue Reading
Join us for an open house where you can explore our event spaces, sample our catering and learn how hosting your next event at Groundswell can make an impact in the community. Whether you’re planning a team meeting, holiday party, client event, staff retreat, board meeting, wedding, graduation or another special gathering, we’d love to show you around. During the open...Continue Reading
An evening of exceptional cuisine, libations, and amazing art is here…the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art’s 11th Annual Gala! The fundraiser, benefiting educational and outreach programming at the CRMA, will be held Friday, November 6, 2026, at the Cedar Rapids Country Club. This is our one and only fundraiser of the year and it’s going to be magnificent! You’ll be...Continue Reading
