Good morning, Cedar Rapids.

Cyclists pedaled Saturday in Cedar Rapids starting at Sag Wagon Deli and Brew for the Spokes of Hope bike ride, which raised over $10,000 for Mercy Medical Center’s Hope Fund to help cover cancer patients' costs—supporting those in need.

A total of 192 riders chose multiple routes and paused at local stops—demonstrating strong community spirit.

At about 11 a.m. on Saturday, Linn County Sheriff Deputies responded to a single-vehicle crash on Martelle Road in rural Springville where an 18-year-old driver named Joanna Patterson lost control of her blue Ford Escape and sent it into a ditch, injuring three passengers who were taken to local hospitals — Patterson was charged with failure to maintain control.

Michael Schappert (a Cedar Rapids native aged 64) was returned from Oregon to face charges for the December 1983 murder of Ronald Novak in Linn County and appeared on the Linn County Jail roster Saturday after DNA evidence from the victim's socks and a hammer linked him to the case.

Computer Skills Training Workshop

2:30-4:30 p.m. — Cedar Rapids Public Library - Ladd Library — Free — Enhance your computer skills and earn a NorthStar Computer Literacy Certificate.

Relay For Life Walkathon

Celebrate cancer survivors and fight back against cancer with us! From 9 am - noon at Prairie High School track & field, enjoy free breakfast, family activities, and a welcoming space to remember those we have lost to cancer.

Rock the Block: Alicia Monee

6-8 p.m. — NewBo City Market — Free entry — Enjoy live music from local and national bands during this summer concert series.

Car Show with a Cause 2025

10 AM - 2 PM — Hawkeye Downs Speedway & Expo Center — Free entry — Celebrate car culture with food, games, and stunning vehicles while supporting a great cause.

Amadeus by Peter Shaffer

2:30-4:30 p.m. — Theatre Cedar Rapids — Ticket discounts available — Experience the rivalry between Salieri and Mozart in this acclaimed drama filled with music and obsession.

Story Time in the Park

9-11 a.m. — Noelridge Park — Free entry — Enjoy a morning of storytelling and fun activities for all ages.

Play Fore Parks Golf Tournament

9 AM – 2 PM — Ellis Golf Course — $100 individual / $400 for foursome — Enjoy a round of golf while supporting Cedar Rapids’ innovative parks.

Big Rove Ride

8 AM – 4 PM — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — $100 — Experience a fun-filled bicycle event from the creators of BACOON RIDE & PIGTAILS.

Mikayla Oz Magic Show

3:30-4:30 p.m. — Cedar Rapids Public Library - Ladd Library — Free entry — Experience a delightful magic show that's interactive and filled with family-friendly comedy.

Cedar Rapids Freedom Festival

All day — Cedar Rapids Area Association of Realtors — Low or no-cost events — Celebrate 42 years of community joy and unity in Iowa's biggest festival.