Good morning, Cedar Rapids.

TrueNorth Companies L.C. reached $1,555,295 in community impact grants during 2025, surpassing the million-dollar mark and aiding over 300 nonprofits nationwide.

In December, its Legacy Foundation honored Elsabeth Hepworth (with a $10,000 Founders Fund Award for service at the Catherine McAuley Center) for her community dedication.

Iowa’s first romance bookstore, Happily Ever After Book Boutique, is reopening in a bigger storefront (588 Boyson Road NE) this Saturday, Jan.

10 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. The event will feature a book signing with Harloe Rae, giveaways, and more activities.

The Cedar Rapids Community School District released phase one of its plan on Monday night to cut $11M, including consolidating up to seven elementary schools — a move to create a cleaner feeder system to address declining enrollment and revenue; the board will meet to consider further $9M cuts and vote on changes Jan. 19.

Hy-Vee pharmacies — fully stocked for flu shots — remind Cedar Rapids residents that flu cases are rising due to fewer vaccinations this season.

Free shots are available with most insurance plans.

An Iowa mother testified before a state committee on health improvement, sharing her struggle to find local subacute mental health care after her son faced severe depression and suicide — lawmakers are preparing to submit new recommendations Monday.

The state has recently expanded emergency services, though transitional care remains limited.

Health professionals say many gym-goers face back pain in January when they resume intense workouts too quickly after a break.

They advise gradually increasing exercise intensity and using proper warmups (such as mobility work) to help prevent injuries.

Chris Thile Concert

7:30-10 p.m. — The Englert Theatre — $30 – $68 — Experience the genre-defying musical genius of Grammy Award-winner Chris Thile in an evening of captivating performances.

Waterloo Black Hawks vs Cedar Rapids RoughRiders

7:05-9:05 p.m. — ImOn Ice — Check the FloHockey broadcast for all the action as the Black Hawks take on the RoughRiders in a thrilling hockey matchup.

Spanish Conversation Practice Meetup

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Vineria Wine Shop — $3 off wine and pizza — Enhance your Spanish skills and connect with fellow language enthusiasts over happy hour specials.

BIRDCHILD Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Ideal Theater & Bar — Tickets available — Experience Birdchild's lush, joyous journey through all your favorite hits.

Men's Caregiver Coffee

10 - 11:30 a.m. — The Chris & Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging & Dementia — Free — A supportive group for male caregivers to share stories and network.

Moonlight Owl Walk

5-6:30 p.m. — Buffalo Creek Park — $5 per adult, $2 per child — Explore the moonlit path in search of chatty owls while learning about their adaptations.

Fireside Circle: The Spirits of Winter

6-8 p.m. — Illuminations — $30 registration — Explore the prominent spirits of winter through Scandinavian, Germanic, and Celtic mythology.

Community Writers Circle

1-2 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — A supportive environment for adults to hone their writing skills.

Tim's Comedy Show

1:30 p.m. — The Olympic South Side Theater — Tickets available — Experience high-energy comedy from a seasoned performer with a unique perspective on life.

4-Day PMP Exam Preparation Course

9 AM – 5 PM — Iowa Eye Center — Course Fee Applicable — Enhance your project management skills with a comprehensive PMP certification training.