Good morning, Cedar Rapids.

The New Bohemian Innovation Collaborative received a $200,000 state grant to plan an Aviation Technology Center that will support early-stage businesses and established aviation companies in Cedar Rapids (planning includes reviewing similar cities’ best practices).

The center will boost local industry statewide.

Iowans are enjoying family feasts today, but nurse Jade Williams from Van Diest Medical Center in Webster City warns that sharing meals can lead to overeating and stomach discomfort (bloating or GI distress).

She advises drinking water and adding fruits and vegetables to keep meals light.

Iowa Poison Control Center warns that if a child swallows button batteries from Christmas toys—like those in video games and watches—the chemicals can quickly burn the esophagus, so parents should store batteries and ice melt safely and keep original packaging for emergency use.

The Iowa Hawkeyes left Cedar Rapids Airport on Christmas morning to fly to Tampa for the ReliaQuest Bowl, where they will face Vanderbilt on Dec.

31 at Raymond James Stadium; seniors including quarterback Mark Gronowski will play their final game.

Cedar Rapids Roughriders vs. Sioux City Musketeers

7:05-8:35 p.m. — ImOn Ice — Cost varies — Catch an exciting hockey showdown between local rivals on FloHockey.

All that Glitters First Night Celebration

7-11:59 p.m. — DoubleTree by Hilton Hotel Cedar Rapids Convention Complex — Check website for ticket info — Celebrate the New Year with live dueling pianos, a festive dinner buffet, and a midnight champagne toast.

Chris Thile Concert

7:30-10 p.m. — The Englert Theatre — $30 – $68 — Experience the genre-defying musical genius of Grammy Award-winner Chris Thile in an evening of captivating performances.

Waterloo Black Hawks vs Cedar Rapids RoughRiders

7:05-9:05 p.m. — ImOn Ice — Check the FloHockey broadcast for all the action as the Black Hawks take on the RoughRiders in a thrilling hockey matchup.

Spanish Conversation Practice Meetup

5:30-7:30 p.m. — Vineria Wine Shop — $3 off wine and pizza — Enhance your Spanish skills and connect with fellow language enthusiasts over happy hour specials.

BIRDCHILD Concert

8-11 p.m. — The Ideal Theater & Bar — Tickets available — Experience Birdchild's lush, joyous journey through all your favorite hits.