Library Closed for Memorial Day
Both locations of the Cedar Rapids Public Library will be closed on Sunday, May 26 and Monday, May 27, in observance of the Memorial Day holiday.
From Volunteers to Pursuing Library Careers
Dec. 31, 2023 – Patron Services Specialist Maria Jose Eyzaguirre never dreamed she wanted a career as a librarian – until she started serving at the library.
When a Patron Brought in Korean War Documents, the Library Was Here to Help
Dec. 27, 2023 – For Librarian Rebecca Vernon, taking the time to answer reference questions is just part of her job – but a rewarding part.
“It’s a pretty good feeling when you can find the answer someone’s been looking for,” she said.
Check These Out: 2023 Top Borrows – Adult Fiction, Nonfiction, Audiobooks, & Movie
Dec. 27, 2023 – What did Cedar Rapid read this year? We're here to tell you with our lists of the the top borrows of 2023.
Check These Out: 2023 Top Borrows – YA, Children's Books, Manga, & Graphic Novels
Dec. 21, 2023 – As 2023 winds down and a new year approaches, some things remain unchanging: the popularity of the wimpy kids, pigeons who just want to drive buses, Pokemon, and Minecraft being chief among them.
Reaching Readers Where They Are With Books By Mail
Dec. 18, 2023 – Patron Services Specialist Michele Prostine runs the Books By Mail program for the library which delivers books, audiobooks, and movies to homebound patron’s homes.
Supporting Young Parents: Library Partners with YPN to Support Early Literacy
Dec. 13, 2023 – On a warm March evening, dozens of parents and young children gathered in classrooms on Kirkwood Community College’s campus for a meal, conversations about parenting, and story time.
Check These Out: The Best Books We Read in 2023
Dec. 11, 2023 – As 2023 draws to a close, we're looking back on the best books we read over the last year. Library staff recommended some of their favorite reads of the year, from novels to nonfiction. Most were published in 2023, but some are older.
Art on Exhibit this Winter at the Library
Dec. 5, 2023 – New art is on display at the Downtown and Ladd libraries this winter. Here's a little bit about the exhibits – stop by to view them anytime during regular library hours.
Interested in exhibiting your art? Apply here.
Check These Out: Holiday Baking Cookbooks
Dec. 4, 2023 – 'Tis the season for holiday baking, and the library is celebrating with cookie-centric events:
Check These Out: Urban Fiction
Nov. 27, 2023 – As part of the collection moves the library undertook this year as part of our strategic plan, the library has a new Urban Fiction collection.
Cedar Rapids Recognized by Campaign for Grade-Level Reading with Pacesetter Honor
Nov. 20, 2023 – The Campaign for Grade-Level Reading is recognizing Cedar Rapids with Pacesetter Honors for its 2022–23 work.
Check These Out: Books We're Thankful For
Nov. 20, 2023 – In honor of Thanksgiving, library staff shared books they are thankful for. From a children's book with stories of Zen enlightenment to poetry to self-help, there are a variety of topics and genres. All are available in the library's catalog.
Check These Out: Books for Native American Heritage Month
Nov. 16, 2023 – November is National Native American Heritage Month, so our librarians curated a list of adult fiction and nonfiction featuring Native voices.
Check These Out: Picture Books for Native American Heritage Month
Nov. 6, 2023 – For Native American Heritage Month, we're highlighting children's books by and about Indigenous people in the United States. Browse the titles by scrolling through the list below, then find these books at the library, or put them on hold in our catalog now.
Our Collection is On the Move
Nov. 2, 2023 – If you’ve noticed some changes at the Downtown Library lately, rest assured they’re all part of a carefully thought-out plan.