Here's your local news at a glance for Monday, the 23rd of February.
Good morning, Cedar Rapids.
🏘️ Community
Central City mom Ruthanne Weighton has served as a Girl Scout volunteer for 27 years, guiding cookie programs and camps (spending up to 15 hours a week on troop activities).
She plans to continue leading girls as she prepares the next generation for fun and learning.
Cedar Rapids mail carriers rallied Sunday at Wiley Boulevard Southwest to demand higher pay and improved work conditions ahead of upcoming contract talks with the U.S. Postal Service in Washington, D.C.
Union members stressed that longer hours and heavier package loads have made the job more demanding.
📰 Lifestyle
Cedar Rapids Restaurant Week featured 22 restaurants offering creative menus served from Feb.
17 to Feb. 19, with dishes like gnocchi carbonara at Goldfinch Tap + Eatery and a fusion Peanut Butter Crunch pastry at The Class Act. Local chefs turned classic comfort food into inventive culinary experiences.
🏈 Sports
Former Olympian Karlos Kirby, the first Iowan at the Winter Olympics (1992), supported over 200 Team USA athletes in Milan during a two-week welcome experience.
He helped prepare them for interviews and accommodations and cheered especially for bobsledders.
🎉 Cedar Rapids Events
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Murder Mystery Club
6-7:30 p.m. — Cedar Rapids Public Library - Ladd Library — Free entry — Dive into a thrilling mystery and collaborate with fellow detectives to uncover the truth at the library.
For the Love of Plants - Hiawatha Public Library Plant Club for Teens
4-5 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Engage in a supportive atmosphere for teens to learn and grow their plant knowledge.
Tai Chi for Older Adults
10-11 a.m. — Cedar Rapids Public Library — Free entry — Experience a 12-week journey into the gentle art of Tai Chi, building skills week by week.
Composting for Beginners
6:30-7:30 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Discover the essentials of composting and how to get started at home.
Dungeons & Dragons for Adults
5-8 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Engage in exciting Dungeons & Dragons adventures in a friendly adult setting.
Paws to Read
6:30-7 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — A tale-wagging good time for all featuring reading with furry friends.
Guys and Dolls Musical
7:30 PM - 11:59 PM — Theatre Cedar Rapids — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an award-winning musical comedy about love and luck in the bustling streets of Broadway.
Dungeons and Dragons for Teens and Tweens
6-7:30 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Unleash your imagination in a collaborative adventure with friends at the library.
Jo Koy's Stand-Up Comedy Show
8-11 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Experience the comedic genius of Jo Koy as he shares relatable tales from his colorful family.
Youth Advisory Board Meeting
5-6 p.m. — Hiawatha Public Library — Free entry — Share your ideas and help shape the library's future.
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