Event List

Amber Hansen brings her unique blend of folk, pop, musical theater, and country music to the library. Performing her songs written specifically for kids, Amber will get everyone singing along.

Bring your favorite mug and enjoy a cuppa while discussing books with fellow readers at our new book club.

Join us for a fun-filled story time for children ages 2-5. This high-energy story time features stories, songs, and bubbles!

Find us at parks around the city from Monday, June 8 to Friday, Aug. 7 for books, games, fun, and a few surprises, too.

Builders are invited to construct and create with LEGO and KEVA blocks. Activities will include both challenges and free play. Geared to K-5th graders. 

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

Join us for a dynamic career readiness workshop designed to equip you with essential skills and strategies for success in today’s job market with the Opportunity Center and Goodwill Career Center.

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.

Join us for a fun-filled story time for children ages 2-5. This high-energy story time features stories, songs, and bubbles!

Find us at parks around the city from Monday, June 8 to Friday, Aug. 7 for books, games, fun, and a few surprises, too.

Join us for a beginner level chair yoga class. Instructor Tammy Bayer will adapt the class as needed to fit your needs and mobility levels. 

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

Stop by every other Thursday for various STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, & math) projects, while supplies last. Activities subject to change.

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

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

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. Learning to make this basic bag will provide you with

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

Find us at parks around the city from Monday, June 8 to Friday, Aug. 7 for books, games, fun, and a few surprises, too.

Each week this summer we show a different classic Muppets or Jim Henson film. Join us and your favorite Jim Henson creations for a summer of adventure, mystery, and laughs. This week: "Muppet Treasure Island" (1996).

Play some friendly games of Magic: The Gathering. We have tables for any format you wish. Looking for a Commander pod? Trying to meet fellow Pauper and Pioneer players? Bring your deck and bring it on!