Event List

Join us for a fun-filled story time for children ages 2-5, featuring stories, songs, parachute play, and bubbles! 

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Don't miss out on this opportunity to boost your digital confidence and proficiency with the Northstar Computer Literacy Program.

Teens are invited to game, create art, and vibe. Activities will alternate between gaming, art, and more! Check the events calendar for updated activities for each week. 

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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! 

Please Note: You must be able to operate a sewing machine and be able to sew a straight line.

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

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

Book Lovers meets each month at Ladd Library. All are welcome.

Fall book discussion selection and dates:

A 15-minute story and song program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 45-minute playtime. 

Join us Downtown in Beems A Auditorium or at the Ladd Library's Community Room for a Live Stream of the 4^th Annual DeWolf Innovation Center Forum, brought to us by the The Chris & Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging &

Join us Downtown in Beems A Auditorium or at the Ladd Library's Community Room for a Live Stream of the 4^th Annual DeWolf Innovation Center Forum, brought to us by the The Chris & Suzy DeWolf Family Innovation Center for Aging &

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 our friendly English Conversation Group — a relaxed, welcoming space for adults who want to practice speaking English, build confidence, and connect with others in the commun

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.

Are you interested in learning English, improving your communication skills, and connecting with others?  

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.

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

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.

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. 

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!