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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.

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

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.

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?  

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.

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.

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!  

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. 

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

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...

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. 

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.

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.

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. 

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. 

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.

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.

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

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?  

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. 

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.) 

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! 

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.

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.