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Cedar Rapids
Sunday, January 11th, 2026
Good morning, Cedar Rapids. Here's your local news at a glance for Sunday, the 11th of January.
COMMUNITY NEWS
- ➤ A water main break hit the Cherry Building in NewBo on Friday, causing Stephanie Ryan’s Illuminations to close for cleanup; community volunteers + building workers helped the store, which reopened Saturday morning. KCRG
EDUCATION NEWS
- ➤ Students from across Iowa gathered Saturday at Linn-Mar High School for the Future Business Leaders of America District 4 conference, where they competed in presentations on research topics (including social media strategies for mental health promotion) that tested their leadership skills. KCRG
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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.
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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.
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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.
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BIRDCHILD Concert
8-11 p.m. — The Ideal Theater & Bar — Tickets available — Experience Birdchild's lush, joyous journey through all your favorite hits.
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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.
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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.
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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.
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Community Writers Circle
1-2 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — A supportive environment for adults to hone their writing skills.
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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.
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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.
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