Library Closed for July 4th

Both locations of the library will be closed on Friday, July 4th. 

Resources for Seniors

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Digital Archives of the Cedar Rapids Public Library

Learn more about Cedar Rapids history by accessing local historical newspapers and telephone books.

Morningstar Investment Research Center

Morningstar Investment Center

Research stocks, mutual funds, and investments, and access tools like retirement and college cost calculators and investment tutorials.

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Cloud Library

Find your next favorite mystery series or historical fiction with Cloud Library’s collection of ebooks and audiobooks.

Staff Picks for Adults

News & Updates

Check These Out: Books Alyssa Loves

June 30, 2025 – The Cedar Rapids Public Library is made possible by our incredible staff. And we are staffed by book lovers. To celebrate the people who keep our library running, we're highlighting different staff members and books they love.

How You Can Support the Library

June 30, 2025 – We are your library! Just as we exist to serve our community, we rely on the community for support. Wondering what you can do to help? Here are some simple ideas. 

Check These Out: Romance Reads for Pride

June 23, 2025 – Pride Month is all about celebrating love in all it's forms – so what better way to mark the month than with a list of new LGBTQ+ romances? From contemporary romance to historical fiction to romantasy, there's a little something for everyone on this book list.