Good morning, Cedar Rapids.

Six painted pianos will be available for play on June 21 at NewBo City Market, Iowa Running Company, Almost Famous Popcorn, Kickstand, and the National Czech and Slovak Museum and Library.

Created by the New Bohemian and Czech Village Group, the project celebrates Make Music Day with community art and music.

Reports confirm a span wire is down at 6th Street & Wright Brothers Blvd in Cedar Rapids, and drivers are advised to avoid the area until further notice.

Sliderlicious Sliders is now open at NewBo City Market, serving quarter‑pound sliders on pretzel buns after soft openings on June 10–11 and a grand opening on June 12.

The vendor (which began as a food truck in 2024) offers options like Cabin Creek and Spicy Frontier during market summer hours.

Iowa Auditor Rob Sand released a report on the ESA program that says 80% of tuition funds went to students already headed to private schools.

The analysis compared expected versus actual enrollment and raised questions about program oversight.

Heavy rainfall on Tuesday morning caused ponding in parts of Cedar Rapids, and city officials monitored creeks and drainage systems for further impacts.

They urged residents to be prepared for emergencies and to avoid flooded roadways.

Caitlin Clark debuted her first signature Nike basketball shoe today at a product launch event in Cedar Rapids + marking a major milestone for the local sports icon.

Amber Hansen: Songs For My Students

3:30-4:30 p.m. — Cedar Rapids Public Library - Ladd Library — Free entry — Enjoy a delightful mix of folk, pop, and country songs designed for kids that will have everyone singing along.

Cork N Canvas Painting Class

6-8 p.m. — Mercury Diner & Drinks — $35 per person — Unleash your creativity while sipping drinks and painting a beautiful masterpiece.

USA vs Turkey - World Cup Viewing Party

9-11 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Free entry — Watch the USA Men's Soccer team take on Turkey while enjoying a cold one in a lively atmosphere.

Putts & Pastries Event

9-11 a.m. — Mini Pines - Mini Golf — Free entry — Enjoy coffee and pastries while hitting holes at this fun mini golf outing.

2026 Cedar Rapids Women's Amateur Golf Tournament

Tournament running on July 10-11 — Twin Pines Golf Course — $60 entry fee — Compete in a stroke play format at this friendly local gathering.

Disney's Finding Nemo: Outdoor Musical Experience

6:30-7:45 p.m. — Brucemore — Family-friendly event — Enjoy a heartwarming musical adaptation of Disney's Finding Nemo under the stars.

Decoupage Painting Night at Just Jules

6-8 p.m. — Just Jules Pub & Restaurant — $20 for one tray, $35 for two trays — Enjoy a creative evening of painting with all supplies included and food/drink available.

Disney's Finding Nemo Musical

6:30-7:30 p.m. — Brucemore — Family-friendly event — Dive into an ocean adventure with Marlin and Nemo in this delightful musical.

Elvis in Person

7-8:30 p.m. — Paramount Theatre — Tickets required — Experience a world-class tribute to Elvis Presley featuring Matt Stone and his all-star band.