Holiday Hours

Both locations of the library will be closed on Sunday, May 25, and Monday, May 26, for the Memorial Day holiday. 

Event List

Featured Events

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Future Forward: Skills for Career Success!

Wednesday, May 21, 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?

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

Let's Talk About Financial Scams, Fraud and Internet Safety

Wednesday, May 21, 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 in the Opportunity Center with First Interstate Bank for an essential workshop that empowers you to recognize and avoid financial scams and fraud, both online and offline. 

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

Dungeons & Dragons Club

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Beems Auditorium B at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Games and Activities
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Adult

Join us for Dungeons & Dragons, the world renowned table top role-playing game. Our tables meet on the first and third Wednesdays each month for adventure and excitement. Bring your first-level character and be ready to dive in.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Job Readiness & English Conversation Group

Wednesday, May 21, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Job Skills Training, Opportunity Center
Age Group:
Adult

Whether you're an adult English language learner or a native English speaker interested in helping others, our Job Readiness & English Conversation Group offers a unique opportunity to practice English while focusing on essen

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, May 21, 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.

This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.

Expressive Arts With Tanager

Thursday, May 22, 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. 

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Chair Yoga

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Beems Auditorium A at Downtown 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. 

Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Teen" group.
This event is in the "Adult" group.

How to Impress at your Job Interview

Thursday, May 22, 2025 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Job Skills Training, Opportunity Center
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

A successful job interview can be the key to unlocking new career opportunities, and preparation is essential.

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

Tango Práctica

Thursday, May 22, 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.

Closed
Registration Required
This event is in the "Preschool" group.
This event is in the "School Age" group.

Expressive Arts With Tanager

Friday, May 23, 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. 

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

Raptology: Iowa's Birds of Prey

Saturday, May 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Beems Auditorium A/B at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Family Programs, Games and Activities
Age Group:
School Age, Teen

Come to the library for a special program about raptors in Iowa! Raptology will bring some birds of prey and educate attendees about the birds’ habitats, diet, and more! Geared toward K-6th graders. 

Library Closed

All Day
Downtown Library, Ladd Library, Offsite

Both locations of the Cedar Rapids Public Library are closed. Please explore our digital resources, including ebooks, audiobooks, movies, music, and more at CRLibrary.org.

Closing

Library Closed

All Day
Downtown Library, Ladd Library, Offsite

Both locations of the Cedar Rapids Public Library are closed. Please explore our digital resources, including ebooks, audiobooks, movies, music, and more at CRLibrary.org.

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

Craft Your Perfect Resume

Tuesday, May 27, 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. 

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

Future Forward: Skills for Career Success!

Wednesday, May 28, 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?

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

Trading Card Game Club

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Union at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Games and Activities
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Adult

Bring your favorite trading card game and join us for light, casual play on the second and fourth Wednesday of each month.

This event is in the "Adult" group.

Job Readiness & English Conversation Group

Wednesday, May 28, 2025 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Job Skills Training, Opportunity Center
Age Group:
Adult

Whether you're an adult English language learner or a native English speaker interested in helping others, our Job Readiness & English Conversation Group offers a unique opportunity to practice English while focusing on essen

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, May 28, 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.

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

Tango Práctica

Thursday, May 29, 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
Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group.

Corridor Games on Demand: Community Game Day

Saturday, May 31, 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. 

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

Helen Hunter: Ladd Library Gallery

All Day
Downtown Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Adult

Helen Hunter bloomed late as an artist.

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.

Renee Marie Hoffman: Skywalk Gallery

All Day
Downtown Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teen, Adult

Renee is an LGBTQ+, differently -abled mixed media artist who turned to art as a way stay grounded after reinventing her career due to health challenges.

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.

Wilderman's Treetop Tails: Third Floor Gallery

All Day
Downtown Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
Preschool, School Age, Teen, Adult

Chad Elliott strives to create music and art that inspires, uplifts, and moves his audience emotionally by relating life experiences through dream-like imagery.

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

Early Learning Story Time

Monday, June 2, 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.