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Event List

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Teen 3D Print Club

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Technology Classroom at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
Teen
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Teens will learn how to use the 3D printer and Tinkercad to create their own 3D designs. They'll be able to learn at their own pace and set their creative direction. This club generally meets on the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Murder Mystery Club

Tuesday, June 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Games and Activities
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
:

Calling all true crime and murder mystery fans. Put on your detective hat and join other sleuths to solve a mystery at the library.  

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Baby & Toddler Story Time

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Books and Reading, Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers
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A 15-minute story and song program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 45-minute playtime. 

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Story Time in the Park: Hidder Park

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games and Activities
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teen, Adult
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Enjoy a story time for all ages in the park! Then stick around for library activities and giveaways with the Mobile Technology Lab, sign up for the Summer Reading Program, and hang out with our friends at the Rollin' Recmobile. 

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Craft Your Perfect Resume

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 12:30pm - 3:30pm
Opportunity Center 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.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Intergenerational Connections

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beems Auditorium B at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Adult
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AbbeHealth Aging Services and Coe College will give an inside look at the Intergenerational Connections Program – a unique opportunity that pairs adults age 60+ with college students to build genuine, meaningful relationships across generations.

This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Dungeons & Dragons

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Beems Auditorium B at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Games and Activities
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Adult
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Join us for Dungeons & Dragons, the world renowned table top role-playing game. Our tables meet weekly for adventure and excitement. Handbooks (2014) and dice are provided.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

English Conversation Group

Wednesday, June 18, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Opportunity Center
Age Group:
Adult
:

Are you learning English and looking to improve your communication skills and connect with others?

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, June 18, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Beems Auditorium A at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Games and Activities
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Adult
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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.

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, June 19, 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
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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.

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Story Time in the Park: Bever Park

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games and Activities
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teen, Adult
:

Enjoy a story time for all ages in the park! Then stick around for library activities and giveaways with the Mobile Technology Lab, sign up for the Summer Reading Program, and hang out with our friends at the Rollin' Recmobile. 

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

How to Search & Apply for Reliable Jobs Online

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Job Skills Training, Opportunity Center
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
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 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 event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Tango Práctica

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Whipple Auditorium at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Games and Activities
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
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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.

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This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.

Read to Dogs

Thursday, June 19, 2025 at 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Books and Reading, Family Programs
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
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Trained, certified therapy dogs provide companionship to emerging readers as they earn a free library book and bookmark. Everyone is welcome to read to the dogs. Stay for a performance at 7 p.m.! 

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.

Baby and Toddler Story Time

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Books and Reading, 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. 

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Story Time in the Park: Redmond Park

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games and Activities
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teen, Adult
:

Enjoy a story time for all ages in the park! Then stick around for library activities and giveaways with the Mobile Technology Lab, sign up for the Summer Reading Program, and hang out with our friends at the Rollin' Recmobile. 

Offsite Event
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Friday Afternoon Magic

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Children's Program Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Games and Activities
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Adult
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Our Trading Card Game Club returns with Friday Afternoon Magic. Join us for a casual game of 60-card Magic: The Gathering (Pauper format, but you may include uncommon cards), or meet up for some casual Commander (Bracket 1-3).

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Story Time in the Park: Cleveland Park

Friday, June 20, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games and Activities
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teen, Adult
:

Enjoy a story time for all ages in the park! Then stick around for library activities and giveaways with the Mobile Technology Lab, sign up for the Summer Reading Program, and hang out with our friends at the Rollin' Recmobile. 

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Monarch Butterfly Experience

Saturday, June 21, 2025 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Library Commons at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Books and Reading, Crafts & Hobbies, Family Programs
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teen, Adult
:

Learn about the monarch butterfly lifecycle and more through interactive learning tables for all ages. Make a craft, listen to a story time, and see real monarchs in their chrysalides!

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.

Early Learning Story Time

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Early Learning
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool
:

Join us for a fun-filled story time for children ages 2-5, featuring stories, songs, and interactive activities. 

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.

Mikayla Oz Magic Show

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Beems Auditorium A/B at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Special Performances
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
:

All new magic. All new theme. All new amazement. Mikayla Oz is back with a brand new 40-minute Family Magic Show.

This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Future Forward: Skills for Career Success

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:30pm
Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Job Skills Training, Opportunity Center
Age Group:
Teen, Adult
:

Get ready to unlock your potential and take the next step in your career!

This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Story Time in the Park: Jacolyn Park

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 11:30am - 1:30pm
Offsite
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games and Activities
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teen, Adult
:

Enjoy a story time for all ages in the park! Then stick around for library activities and giveaways with the Mobile Technology Lab, sign up for the Summer Reading Program, and hang out with our friends at the Rollin' Recmobile. 

Offsite Event
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group.
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.

Mikayla Oz Magic Show

Monday, June 23, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beems Auditorium A/B at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Special Performances
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age
:

All new magic. All new theme. All new amazement. Mikayla Oz is back with a brand new 40-minute Family Magic Show.