This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Baby & Toddler Story Time Wednesday, February 25, 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 25, 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 25, 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 25, 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 "School Age" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group Dungeons & Dragons Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm Beems Auditorium B at Downtown Library Program Type: 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. View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group Learn & Practice English at the Library Wednesday, February 25, 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 25, 2026 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. View Details
This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group Murder Mystery Club Wednesday, February 25, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library Program Type: Games and Activities Age Group: Teen, Adult Calling all true crime and murder mystery fans. Put on your detective hat and join other sleuths to solve a mystery at the library. 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 26, 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 "Adult" group Chair Yoga Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm Beems Auditorium B at Downtown 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. View Details
This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group How to Impress at Your Job Interview Thursday, February 26, 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 26, 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 Large-Scale Cross-Stitch Wall Hanging Thursday, February 26, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Adult Create a beautiful cross-stitch piece to hang on your wall using a peg board and yarn. Participants will learn the basics of cross-stitch and follow a pattern to create an 11x17-inch wall hanging. Upcoming View Details Registration Required
This event is in the "Adult" group Tango Práctica Thursday, February 26, 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 Baby & Toddler Story Time Friday, February 27, 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 "Adult" group Tai Chi for Older Adults Friday, February 27, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Beems Auditorium B at Downtown Library Program Type: Games and Activities Age Group: Adult Learn and practice the gentle forms of Tai Chi in this 12-week series with Bryan Bruner of Heritage Area Agency on Aging. Skills will build on each other from the first session to the last. The series runs Feb. 20-May 8. View Details
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 Cat Café Saturday, February 28, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm Beems Auditorium A/B, Whipple Auditorium at Downtown Library Program Type: Family Programs Age Group: 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. View Details
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Baby & Toddler Story Time Wednesday, March 4, 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 "School Age" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group Cedar Rapids Chess Club Wednesday, March 4, 2026 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. View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group Cedar Rapids Public Library Board of Trustees Thursday, March 5, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm Ladd Library Community Room at Ladd Library Program Type: Other Age Group: Adult Cedar Rapids Public Library Board of Trustees: The Cedar Rapids Public Library Board of Trustees meets the first Thursday of each month at 4 pm for their regular meeting. The meetings will rotate between the Downtown Libra... View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group Tai Chi for Older Adults Friday, March 6, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Beems Auditorium B at Downtown Library Program Type: Games and Activities Age Group: Adult Learn and practice the gentle forms of Tai Chi in this 12-week series with Bryan Bruner of Heritage Area Agency on Aging. Skills will build on each other from the first session to the last. The series runs Feb. 20-May 8. View Details
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Baby & Toddler Story Time Wednesday, March 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 "School Age" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group Cedar Rapids Chess Club Wednesday, March 11, 2026 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. View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group Tai Chi for Older Adults Friday, March 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am Beems Auditorium B at Downtown Library Program Type: Games and Activities Age Group: Adult Learn and practice the gentle forms of Tai Chi in this 12-week series with Bryan Bruner of Heritage Area Agency on Aging. Skills will build on each other from the first session to the last. The series runs Feb. 20-May 8. View Details