This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Baby & Toddler Story Time Wednesday, February 11, 2026 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. View Details
This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group Future Forward: Skills for Career Success Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm 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? View Details
This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group Craft Your Perfect Resume Wednesday, February 11, 2026 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. View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group English Practice Conversation Group Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library Program Type: Opportunity Center Age Group: Adult 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 View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group Learn & Practice English at the Library Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 5:00pm - 6:00pm Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library Program Type: Opportunity Center Age Group: Adult Are you interested in learning English, improving your communication skills, and connecting with others? View Details
This event is in the "School Age" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group Cedar Rapids Chess Club Wednesday, February 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm Whipple Auditorium 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. View Details
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 Thursday, February 12, 2026 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 designed for attendees with multi-sensory needs, including low lights, reduced sounds, and opportunities for social interaction and play. View Details
This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "School Age" group Expressive Arts With Tanager Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library Program Type: Books and Reading, Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Preschool, School Age Arts, movement, and music for youth and their caregivers at the Ladd Library. This program is geared to pre-K to second graders. View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group Chair Yoga Thursday, February 12, 2026 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. Instructor Tammy Bayer will adapt the class as needed to fit your needs and mobility levels. Upcoming View Details Registration Required
This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group How to Impress at Your Job Interview Thursday, February 12, 2026 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. View Details
This event is in the "Teen" group Teen Steam Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:00pm Union at Downtown Library Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Games and Activities Age Group: Teen Join us every other Thursday for various STEAM (science, technology, engineering, arts, & math) projects. View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group Tango Práctica Thursday, February 12, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Whipple Auditorium at Downtown Library Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Games and Activities Age Group: 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. View Details
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Adult" group Pied Piper: Percussion Friday, February 13, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am Whipple Auditorium at Downtown Library Program Type: Special Performances Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Adult Orchestra Iowa presents a free concert designed for preschool-aged children. February highlights percussion.Shows will be at 9:30 and 10:30 am in Whipple Auditorium. View Details
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Baby & Toddler Story Time Friday, February 13, 2026 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. View Details
This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "School Age" group Expressive Arts with Tanager Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Children's Program Room at Downtown Library Program Type: Books and Reading, Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Preschool, School Age Arts, movement, and music for youth and their caregivers at the Downtown Library. This program is geared to pre-K to second graders. View Details
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Adult" group Pied Piper: Percussion Friday, February 13, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am Whipple Auditorium at Downtown Library Program Type: Special Performances Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Adult Orchestra Iowa presents a free concert designed for preschool-aged children. February highlights percussion.Shows will be at 9:30 and 10:30 am in Whipple Auditorium. View Details
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Saturday Story Time Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Children's Program Room at Downtown Library Program Type: Books and Reading, Early Learning Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Story time activities support early literacy and foster a love of reading. Participating in activities such as story time contributes to learning, social skills, and school readiness. View Details
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group 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 Family Valentine Party Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am Children's Program Room at Downtown Library Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, Family Programs Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, School Age, Teen, Adult Drop in for Valentine’s Day crafts and activities immediately following Saturday Story Time. All ages welcome. View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group Socially Anxious Hangout Group Saturday, February 14, 2026 at 1:00pm - 3:00pm Conference Room at Downtown Library Program Type: Games and Activities Age Group: Adult Are you socially anxious, introverted, new in town, or just looking for an easy way to meet new people? Join us to play board games and have fun! (Knowing how to play games is not required.) View Details
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Early Learning Story Time Monday, February 16, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library Program Type: Books and Reading, Early Learning Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool Join us for a fun-filled story time for children ages 2-5, featuring stories, songs, parachute play, and bubbles! View Details
This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group Future Forward: Skills for Career Success Monday, February 16, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm 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? View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group Computer Skills Training Monday, February 16, 2026 at 2:30pm - 4:30pm Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library Program Type: Job Skills Training, Opportunity Center Age Group: Adult Don't miss out on this opportunity to boost your digital confidence and proficiency with the Northstar Computer Literacy Program. View Details
This event is in the "School Age" group After School Decompression Session Monday, February 16, 2026 at 4:30pm - 5:30pm Children's Program Room at Downtown Library Program Type: Books and Reading, Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: School Age Need a space to hang out and decompress after a busy day at school? We'll have comfy lo-fi music and a rotating series of stations with passive activities like coloring pages, puzzles, a reading corner, and more! Cancelled View Details
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Early Learning Story Time Tuesday, February 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 10:30am Children's Program Room at Downtown Library Program Type: Books and Reading, Early Learning Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool 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! View Details