This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group Craft Your Perfect Resume Wednesday, May 6, 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, May 6, 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, May 6, 2026 at 4:30pm - 6:30pm Beems Auditorium A/B at Downtown Library Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies, 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, May 6, 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, May 6, 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, May 7, 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 "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group Searching & Applying for Reliable Jobs Online Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:00pm Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library Program Type: Job Skills Training, Opportunity Center Age Group: Teen, Adult 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! View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group Civil Rights Commission Community Office Hours Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 2:00pm - 4:00pm Library Commons at Downtown Library Program Type: Other Age Group: Adult Staff from the Cedar Rapids Civil Rights Commission will be in the Commons at the Downtown Library on the first Thursday of the month from 2-4 pm. Feel free to stop by and chat with them about your questions and concerns. View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group English Practice Conversation Group Thursday, May 7, 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 Cedar Rapids Public Library Board of Trustees Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 4:00pm - 5:30pm Conference Room at Downtown 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 Tango Práctica Thursday, May 7, 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 "School Age" group This event is in the "Teen" group This event is in the "Adult" group Learn About Houby Days with the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library Thursday, May 7, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm Beems Auditorium A/B at Downtown Library Program Type: Other Age Group: School Age, Teen, Adult Learn about the upcoming Houby Days Festival in Cedar Rapids and other aspects of Czech and Slovak culture and history, presented by the National Czech & Slovak Museum & Library. 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: Brass Quintet Friday, May 8, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:15am Whipple Auditorium at Downtown Library Program Type: Early Learning, Special Performances Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Adult Orchestra Iowa presents a free concert designed for preschool-aged children. Performances are held from 9:30-10:15 am and 10:30-11:15 am. March features a woodwind quintet and May highlights a brass quintet. View Details
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group Baby & Toddler Story Time Friday, May 8, 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, May 8, 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 This event is in the "Preschool" group This event is in the "Adult" group Pied Piper: Brass Quintet Friday, May 8, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:15am Whipple Auditorium at Downtown Library Program Type: Early Learning, Special Performances Age Group: Babies & Toddlers, Preschool, Adult Orchestra Iowa presents a free concert designed for preschool-aged children. Performances are held from 9:30-10:15 am and 10:30-11:15 am. March features a woodwind quintet and May highlights a brass quintet. View Details
This event is in the "Babies & Toddlers" group This event is in the "Preschool" group Saturday Story Time Saturday, May 9, 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 "Adult" group English Practice Conversation Group Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm 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 Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm 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 "Adult" group Plant Swap Saturday, May 9, 2026 at 1:00pm - 2:30pm Beems Auditorium A/B at Downtown Library Program Type: Crafts & Hobbies Age Group: Adult Looking to trade houseplants that don't bring you joy anymore? Bring in your healthy plants or rooted cuttings for the library's semi-annual plant swap. View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group Socially Anxious Hangout Group Saturday, May 9, 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, May 11, 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 Goodwill Career Services World of Work (WOW) Workshop Monday, May 11, 2026 at 11:00am - 12:00pm Opportunity Center Classroom at Ladd Library Program Type: Job Skills Training, Opportunity Center Age Group: Teen, Adult 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. View Details
This event is in the "Adult" group Computer Skills Training Monday, May 11, 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