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Baby & Toddler Story Time

Wednesday, June 11, 2025 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Children's Program Room at Downtown 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. 

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Story Time in the Park: Hidder Park

Wednesday, June 11, 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

Craft Your Perfect Resume

Wednesday, June 11, 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 "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Dungeons & Dragons

Wednesday, June 11, 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

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 11, 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 11, 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 "Babies & Toddlers" group
This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Sensory Story Time with Hopkins the Therapy Dog

Thursday, June 12, 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. With special guest Hopkins the therapy dog!

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

Resumes that Get Noticed: Virtual Workshop

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Ladd Library
Program Type:
Job Skills Training, Opportunity Center
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

In today’s competitive job market, your resume has just seconds to grab a hiring manager’s attention — is yours making the right impression? 

Registration Required
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Story Time in the Park: Bever Park

Thursday, June 12, 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 "Adult" group

Chair Yoga

Thursday, June 12, 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 Bayer of Toula Yoga will adapt the class as needed to fit your needs and mobility levels. 

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

How to Impress at your Job Interview

Thursday, June 12, 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 "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
This event is in the "Adult" group

Graphic Novel Creation

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Adult

Learn the fundamentals of graphic novel creation and start your own story!

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

Glowforge Welcome Sign

Thursday, June 12, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Children's Program Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

See how our laser printers work and paint a welcome sign for your home!

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

Tango Práctica

Thursday, June 12, 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.

Registration Required
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group

Baby & Toddler Story Time

Friday, June 13, 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 "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group

Expressive Arts with Tanager

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Children's Program Room at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Early Learning, Family Programs, 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. 

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This event is in the "School Age" group
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Story Time in the Park: Redmond Park

Friday, June 13, 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

Civil Rights Commission Pop-Up

Friday, June 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Library Commons at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Other
Age Group:
School Age, Teen, Adult

Join the Cedar Rapids Civil Rights Commission on the second Fridays of the month to participate in an activity to celebrate our community.

Cancelled
This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
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Friday Afternoon Magic

Friday, June 13, 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

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).

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Story Time in the Park: Cleveland Park

Friday, June 13, 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
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This event is in the "Preschool" group
This event is in the "School Age" group
This event is in the "Teen" group
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Cat Cafe

Saturday, June 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Beems Auditorium A/B, Whipple Auditorium at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Family Programs
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teen, Adult

Meet cool adoptable kittens and cats while you enjoy cool treats and fun activities! After you become acquainted with our feline friends, make a cat toy for your own cat or the adoptable cats, create a cat button, and check out cat books.

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

Early Learning Story Time

Monday, June 16, 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

Gincy Hartin: It's Cool to Be Kind

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Beems Auditorium A/B at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Special Performances
Age Group:
Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age

Nationally acclaimed recording artist Gincy Hartin presents a show filled with original songs with meaningful and inspiring lyrics.

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

Basic Sewing Class: Farmers Market Tote Bag

Monday, June 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Classroom at Downtown Library
Program Type:
Crafts & Hobbies, Maker Room and Technology
Age Group:
Teen, Adult

This strong fabric shopping bag will hold your fruits and vegetables, your groceries, or your favorite project when you are out and about! It is easy to make and reduces plastic waste.

Full
Registration Required