Good morning, Cedar Rapids.

On Saturday, March 15, 2025, over 150 vendors displayed homemade items at the Made in Iowa Spring Market at Lindale Mall in Cedar Rapids—supporting the Marion American Legion with admission fees.

Among the youth vendors, a pair of twins running Twice As Nice sold crocheted animals including a $60 multi-color dragon with moveable wings.

A 64-year-old driver, James Wick III, is in critical condition after his 2011 Jeep Wrangler left Interstate 380 near the U.S. Highway 30 overpass and struck a guardrail around 10:15 this morning—he was ejected from the vehicle and taken by ambulance to the University of Iowa Hospitals and Clinics.

Cedar Rapids Police and the Iowa Department of Revenue are teaming up to hold underage alcohol compliance checks at liquor-licensed stores to keep young people from getting alcohol—employees who sell illegally will receive citations.

Cedar Rapids Parks and Recreation is hiring for seasonal summer jobs, including lifeguards, maintenance workers, and day camp leaders – applicants needing help can visit the Parks office at 500 15th Ave SW from Monday to Friday, 7:30 AM to 4:30 PM.

The Cedar Rapids Police Department is offering $10 Uber vouchers to help residents celebrate St. Patrick’s Day safely—residents can scan a QR code through March 18 to get a discounted ride home.

Sail On: A Tribute to The Beach Boys

Sail On performs classic hits and lesser-known songs of The Beach Boys, offering a nostalgic musical experience for fans of all ages.

Bored Teachers Comedy Tour

This comedy tour features educators bringing relatable humor derived from classroom experiences, catering especially to teachers and education professionals.

Carly Pearce Concert

Carly Pearce will perform live at the Paramount Theatre in Cedar Rapids, offering an evening of country music.

Spring Renewal Sound Meditation

3-4:15 p.m. | Breathing Room Yoga | $30 | Experience deep relaxation and renewal through the soothing sounds of meditation instruments.

Culinary Class: Let's Get Saucy 2.0!

6-8 p.m. | NewBo City Market | Ticket required | Enhance your pasta game with 4 new delicious sauces in this interactive culinary class.

St. Patrick Catholic Church Lenten Fish Fry

5-7:30 p.m. — St. Patrick Catholic Church — $6 – $19 — Enjoy a festive fish fry with dine-in and drive-thru options during Lent.

Yesandia Spring Showcase

3:30-5:30 p.m. — Mirrorbox Theatre — $16.88 — Enjoy an area-wide improv showcase featuring talented Eastern Iowa high school students.

Virtual Tour of Best Senior Living

9 AM - 7 PM | Cottage Grove Place | Free entry | Explore the top-rated senior living communities and their incredible meal offerings and engaging activities.

Champions of Magic

7:30-9 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Unspecified cost — Experience spectacular illusions and mind-blowing magic straight from London's West End.

Whose Live Anyway

7:30-9:30 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Ticket prices vary — Enjoy an improv comedy show that has delighted audiences since 1999.