Good morning, Cedar Rapids.

Beech-Nut donated four pallets of baby food to Cedar Rapids Animal Care & Control on Saturday, Jun.

20 to support orphaned kittens and other animals needing special nutrition; the donation is expected to help the shelter care for its vulnerable residents for months.

More than 375 volunteers will join the 11th Annual Transform Week from June 22 to June 26 to complete over 38 home repair projects for low-income homeowners in the Taylor and Time Check neighborhoods.

The volunteer work, funded by sponsorships and grants, will help keep residents safe at home.

HRTLND Companies will soon open a new office and warehouse facility in Walford + bringing Heartland Finishes, Heartland Door and Frame, and D.A.

Bunch Co under one roof. The move is part of a long-term investment to boost efficiency and improve service for commercial construction partners in Eastern Iowa.

EarthMind and Prairiewoods Franciscan Spirituality Center will host a wild edible plants class on Saturday, June 27 from 10 to 11:30 a.m. at 120 E.

Boyson Road in Hiawatha — participants will visit the Healing Garden, Garden of Eat’n, and Four Winds Food Forest; registration is required at $20.

Empowering Excellence Charter School announced that executive director Sarah Swayze will leave at the end of the month as her contract is not renewed; officials said she has been on paid leave since May 20 while police investigate an alleged financial misappropriation.

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.

World Cup 2026 Final Watch Party

2-5 p.m. — Big Grove Brewery & Taproom — Reservations recommended — Catch the excitement of the World Cup final on the giant screen while enjoying your favorite brews.