Six things to do in Eastern Iowa this week (1/12/25-1/17/25)

MUSIC

Chris Thile

Acclaimed mandolinist, singer, songwriter and composer Chris Thile is a founding member of the string bands Punch Brothers and Nickel Creek, and has collaborated with countless luminaries from Yo-Yo Ma to Fiona Apple to Brad Mehldau.

When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16

Where: Englert Theatre, 221 E. Washington St., Iowa City

Cost: $30+

C.R. Opera Presents ‘Die Fledermaus’ with Orchestra Iowa

Johann Strauss’ operetta enters a realm of luck, luxury and laughter as Cedar Rapids Opera’s mainstage January 2026 production. “Die Fledermaus” plunges the audience into a world of chance and intrigue, where fortunes — and secrets — are gambled away.

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Cedar Rapids Opera brings German comedy ‘Die Fledermaus’ to the Paramount

When: 7:30 p.m. Friday, Jan. 16

Where: Paramount Theatre, 123 Third Ave. SE, Cedar Rapids

Cost: $27.50+

SPORTS/RECREATION

National Skating Month at ImOn Ice Arena

Public skate admission and skate rental are free! Skate rentals are offered on a first come, first-served basis.

When: Noon to 2 p.m. or 2:30 to 4:30 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17

Where: ImOn Ice, 1100 Rockford Rd. SW, Cedar Rapids

Cost: Free

C.R. RoughRiders vs. Waterloo Black Hawks

Come out and cheer the Cedar Rapids RoughRiders as they take on rival Waterloo Black Hawks.

When: 7:05 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17

Where: ImOn Ice Arena, 1100 Rockford Rd. SW, Cedar Rapids

Cost: $16.50+

THEATER

‘I Spy a Murder’

In 1942, an English spy school brings together trainees with a variety of specialist skills. When a murder is discovered it is clear that someone has been keeping a secret. Can Inspector Leake (with the help of the audience) uncover the murderer? A dinner and a show option with Goldfinch Tap is available.

When: 7 p.m. Saturday, Jan. 17

Where: Giving Tree Theater, 752 10th St., Marion

Cost: $25+

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