This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Baby and Toddler Story Time Friday, April 25, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library Program Type: Early Learning Age Group: Babies & Toddlers A 15-minute story and song program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 45-minute playtime. View Details
This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. Expressive Arts With Tanager Friday, April 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Children's Program Room at Downtown Library Program Type: Books and Reading, Early Learning, Games and Activities Age Group: Preschool, School Age Arts, movement, and music for youth and their caregivers. This program is geared to pre-K to second graders. View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group. Tai Chi for Older Adults Friday, April 25, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Beems Auditorium B at Downtown Library Program Type: Games and Activities Age Group: Adult Learn and practice the gentle forms of Tai Chi in this 12-week series with Bryan Bruner of Heritage Area Agency on Aging. Skills will build on each other from the first session to the last. View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group. Corridor Games on Demand: Community Game Day Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 12:00pm - 4:00pm Conference Room at Downtown Library Program Type: Games and Activities Age Group: Adult Come play some tabletop games with us! Bring your favorite indie RPG to share with the group or try a new game that one of our GMs has prepared. No experience necessary. View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group. Plant Swap Saturday, April 26, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Beems Auditorium A/B at Downtown Library Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Adult Looking to trade houseplants that don't bring you joy anymore? Bring in your healthy plants or rooted cuttings for the library's semi-annual plant swap. View Details
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Early Learning Story Time Monday, April 28, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library Program Type: Books and Reading, Early Learning Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Story time for young children with stories, songs, and other interactive activities. Join us in-person at the library for a fun-filled story time! This program is designed for children ages 2-5. View Details
This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. Future Forward: Skills for Career Success! Monday, April 28, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library Program Type: Job Skills Training, Opportunity Center Age Group: Teen, Adult Ready to unlock your full potential and take the next steps in your career? View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group. Social Games for Older Adults: BINGO! Monday, April 28, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library Program Type: Games and Activities Age Group: Adult Join us for a free community game of Bingo! First come, first play, with all necessary materials provided. There is no contribution, monetary or otherwise, required to play. View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group. Computer Skills Training Monday, April 28, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library Program Type: Job Skills Training, Opportunity Center Age Group: Adult Don't miss out on this opportunity to boost your digital confidence and proficiency with the Northstar Computer Literacy Program. View Details
This event is in the "School Age" group. LEGO & KEVA Plank Club Monday, April 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Children's Program Room at Downtown Library Program Type: Games and Activities Age Group: School Age Builders are invited to construct and create with LEGO and KEVA blocks. Activities will include both challenges and free play. Geared towards K-5th students. View Details
This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. Craft Your Perfect Resume Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 9:00am - 12:00pm Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library Program Type: Job Skills Training, Opportunity Center Age Group: Teen, Adult Your resume is your ticket to opening doors to new career opportunities. Without a well-crafted resume, the chances of even having the opportunity to interview for the job is slim, no matter how qualified you may be. View Details
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. Early Learning Story Time Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Children's Program Room at Downtown Library Program Type: Books and Reading, Early Learning Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Join us for a fun-filled story time for children ages 2-5. This high-energy story time features stories, songs, parachute play, and bubbles! View Details
This event is in the "School Age" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. Maker Spaces Open House Tuesday, April 29, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm Technology Classroom at Downtown Library Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Maker Room and Technology Age Group: School Age, Teen, Adult See our Maker Spaces and watch the machines in action! Staff will be available to answer questions about the spaces and how to set up Maker appointments. View Details
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. Baby and Toddler Story Time Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am Children's Program Room at Downtown Library Program Type: Early Learning Age Group: Babies & Toddlers A 15-minute story and song program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 45-minute playtime. View Details
This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. Future Forward: Skills for Career Success! Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library Program Type: Job Skills Training, Opportunity Center Age Group: Teen, Adult Ready to unlock your full potential and take the next steps in your career? View Details
This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. Let's Talk About Loans and Borrowing Money Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 3:30pm - 4:30pm Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library Program Type: Job Skills Training, Opportunity Center Age Group: Teen, Adult Join us for a workshop on bank loans and how they can work for you. View Details
This event is in the "School Age" group. This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. CR Chess Club Wednesday, April 30, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Beems Auditorium A at Downtown Library Program Type: Games and Activities Age Group: School Age, Teen, Adult Join the all-ages meeting of the Cedar Rapids Chess Club from 5:30 to 7:30 pm weekly on Wednesdays at the Downtown Library for a relaxed, casual session playing this great universal game. View Details
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group. This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. Sensory Story Time Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am Children's Program Room at Downtown Library Program Type: Books and Reading, Early Learning Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age Children and caregivers are invited to a story time that is designed for attendees with multi-sensory needs including low lights, reduced sounds, and opportunities for social interaction and play. View Details
This event is in the "Preschool" group. This event is in the "School Age" group. Expressive Arts With Tanager Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library Program Type: Books and Reading, Early Learning, Games and Activities Age Group: Preschool, School Age Arts, movement, and music for youth and their caregivers. This program is geared to pre-K to second graders. View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group. Chair Yoga Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library Program Type: Games and Activities Age Group: Adult Join us for a beginner level chair yoga class. Tammy will adapt the class as needed to fit your needs and mobility levels. Register Register Now Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group. Civil Rights Commission Community Office Hours Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Library Commons at Downtown Library Program Type: Other Age Group: Adult Chat with staff of the Civil Rights Commission about your concerns and questions. View Details
This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. How to search and Apply for Jobs Online Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library Program Type: Job Skills Training, Opportunity Center Age Group: Teen, Adult The Internet has become an essential part of any job search, but with so many resources as well as scams, it can be difficult to know where to even begin. This workshop can help! View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group. Cedar Rapids Public Library Board of Trustees Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm Conference Room at Downtown Library Program Type: Other Age Group: Adult Cedar Rapids Public Library Board of Trustees: The Cedar Rapids Public Library Board of Trustees meets the first Thursday of each month at 4 pm for their regular meeting. The meetings will rotate between the Downtown Libra... View Details
This event is in the "Teen" group. This event is in the "Adult" group. Tango Práctica Thursday, May 1, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Whipple Auditorium at Downtown Library Program Type: Games and Activities Age Group: Teen, Adult Join us weekly for Tango Práctica (practice), where you will learn the basic steps of Tango and grow your skills in an encouraging, welcoming group. No partner required. Smooth-soled shoes recommended. Register Register Now Registration Required