Event List

Join local third grade artists and teachers to kick-off the week-long exhibition of Cedar Rapids Community School District's Third Grade Clay.

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Teens are invited to game, create art, and vibe. Activities will alternate between gaming, art, and more! 

Join us for Family Art Night this winter! Different art supplies will be provided each program for families to experiment and learn new concepts with.

Create beautiful historic-style pet portraits. Turn your yorkie into a distinguished general, your tabby cat into a knight, or your lizard into a prince! Patrons will need clear high-resolution images for this project.

Ready to unlock your full potential and take the next steps in your career?

Your resume is your ticket to opening doors to new career opportunities.

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.

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

Join us every other Thursday for various STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, & math) projects. 

Drop in for Valentine’s Day crafts and activities immediately following Saturday Story Time. All ages welcome. 

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Teens will learn skills related to our Maker Spaces and equipment, such as the 3D Printer, laser cutters, sewing, and an introduction to basic designs using computer software. This club meets on the first and third Tuesday of each month.

Ready to unlock your full potential and take the next steps in your career?

Your resume is your ticket to opening doors to new career opportunities.

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.

Join us for Family Art Night this winter! Different art supplies will be provided each program for families to experiment and learn new concepts with. Each program will be presented at Ladd and Downtown with the same materials.

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.

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!  

Join our Dungeons & Dragons Club's Lead Dungeon Master as he shows you step by step how to build a new character for the world's most popular table-top role-playing game (5th Edition, 2024). 

Ready to unlock your full potential and take the next steps in your career?

Teens are invited to game, create art, and vibe. Activities will alternate between gaming, art, and more! 

Join us for Family Art Night this winter! Different art supplies will be provided each program for families to experiment and learn new concepts with.