Welcome to Cedar Falls Public Library’s adult summer library program! Whether you're a busy caregiver participating in summer reading with your children, or an adventurous reader seeking a challenge, you can earn some great rewards when you log your reading with us!
This summer we challenge you to “Read, Renew, Repeat”. Push yourself out of your comfort zone and try something new: read a new genre, try a new format, explore a new place, or test out a new hobby. All types of reading count, whether it’s a physical book, electronic book, or audio book. Read for 50 days (15-20 minutes daily recommended) between June 3 - Aug 3 to complete the adult summer library program. Collect a prize when you reach the half-way point and upon completing the program.
You can can keep track of your reading & activities through Beanstack or on a paper log available beginning June 3.
PROGRAMS FOR ADULTS
JUNE
June 3 | Lawyers in Libraries: Powers of Attorney & Living Wills | 6:00-7:00 pm | Meeting Room
Join us for the Spring Lawyers in Libraries Program sponsored by the ISBA Elder Law Section in honor of Older Iowans Month. This program will focus on information about financial power of attorney, health care power of attorney, living wills and the Final Disposition Act. Lawyers in Libraries is a joint effort by The Iowa State Bar Association, the State Library of Iowa, Iowa Legal Aid and the Polk County Bar Association Volunteer Lawyers Project to help provide free legal information to Iowans across the state. This spring and summer, lawyers are making one-hour presentations followed by question-and-answer sessions at local public libraries throughout the state.
June 4 | Walking Talking book group for Adults | 8:30-9:30 am | In front of the library
Every Tuesday morning walk and talk about books/movies/po
June 5 | Science vs. Magic Book Discussion | 7:00-8:00 pm | Conference Room
Join us for a discussion of Magic Bites by Ilona Andrews. Copies are available for checkout at the Reference Desk. This group meets on the first Wednesday of each month to discussion fantasy & science fiction titles.
June 6 | Animals! With Dr. Bechdel | 9:30-10:30 am or 11-12 am | Meeting Room
Get exotic with us and Dr. Bechtel (Bec) as we travel deep into the Amazonian region! Bec will share with us some Peruvian artifacts from the indigenous Maijuna people living on the Amazon River along with some animals that can potentially be found there! Get your index fingers geared up and ready.... there may be touching involved! Particular animals brought will be determined day-of, so no guarantees can be made on the species of animal.
June 10 | Sewing and Quilting Group | 10:00 am- 1:00 pm | Co-Lab
CFPL has a quilting group that meets every second and fourth Monday of the month. Large projects and small, with community quilters on hand to offer guidance. New quilters are welcome. No registration required; tools and machines, along with some patterns, are available. Stop by to see what's going on or join in!
June 11 | Walking Talking book group for Adults | 8:30-9:30 am | In front of the library
Every Tuesday morning walk and talk about books/movies/podcasts that everyone is reading/seeing, or listening to. Meet at the front of library entrance.
June 11 | Virtual Author visit with Diane Wilson | 6:30-8:30 pm | Meeting Room
Join us for a virtual author visit with Diane Wilson, focusing on her novel The Seed Keeper, -- this summer's All Iowa Reads adult selection. The virtual interview, moderated by the Iowa State Library, will take place 6:30 - 7:30 PM in the Meeting Room on the 2nd floor. This will be followed by an informal discussion of the novel, for those who wish to join us.
June 11 | CFPL Stammtisch (German Language Group) | 7:00-8:00 pm | Co-Lab
Are you a serious language learner of German (at whatever level) or native-speaker (die geduldig mit Anfaenger sind)? Would you like an opportunity to converse with others auf Deutsch? Come to the CFPL Stammtisch for conversation and mingling. On occasion, we will screen German-language videos and/or enjoy other cultural activities. Every second Tuesday of each month. All ages welcome. No registration required. Please note: There will be no formal instruction at our meetings.
June 12 | The Bats in Your Backyard | 7:00-8:00 pm | Meeting Room
Bats! You've probably seen these flying fur balls in the air (or possibly in your attic), but have you noticed that there aren't quite as many around as there used to be? Bats are a very important, somewhat adorable, and often misunderstood part of our ecosystem... and they are in BIG trouble.
This presentation will focus on our local bat populations, the factors which imperil them, and what we can do to safeguard them. Formerly a bat biologist, Chelsea Rider is currently an ambassador and trainer for Bat Conservation International (and part-time librarian). While it is geared toward adults, all ages are welcome!
June 18 | Walking Talking book group for Adults | 8:30-9:30 am | In front of the library
Every Tuesday morning walk and talk about books/movies/podcasts that everyone is reading/seeing, or listening to. Meet at the front of library entrance.
June 18 | Upcycling Upstairs #1: No-sew T-shirt Totes | 6:00-8:00 pm | Co-Lab
Join us in the Co-lab for some conservation-minded crafting! In this session, we will repurpose old T-shirts into tote bags. Transform your favorite worn-out or shrunken tops into functional accessories!
We will have extra T-shirts here for those who don't bring their own, and all materials will be provided for you to create your own tote bag. No sewing or experience is required (though we will have sewing machines available). This program is intended for adults; however, teens and capable children may participate with supervision. Registration is required. Click here to register!
Note: We have a limited supply of rotary cutting tools, so you may wish to bring your own in order to expedite your crafting!
June 21 | Movie Matinee: The Book Thief | 2:00-4:30 pm | Meeting Room
Join us to watch The Book Thief. This movie is rated PG-13 and runs 2 hours & 11 minutes.
June 24 | Sewing and Quilting Group | 10:00 am- 1:00 pm | Co-Lab
CFPL has a quilting group that meets every second and fourth Monday of the month. Large projects and small, with community quilters on hand to offer guidance. New quilters are welcome. No registration required; tools and machines, along with some patterns, are available. Stop by to see what's going on or join in!
June 25 | Walking Talking book group for Adults | 8:30-9:30 am | In front of the library
Every Tuesday morning walk and talk about books/movies/podcasts that everyone is reading/seeing, or listening to. Meet at the front of library entrance.
JULY
July 1 | Water Safety with George Wyth State Park's Ranger | 6:30-7:30 pm | Meeting Room
With Iowa's hot summer weather and the Cedar River Recreational Project underway, it's a great time to get in the water. Join Lori Eberhard, George Wyth State Park's Ranger, to learn about water safety in natural bodies of water. This program is for all ages.
July 2 | Walking Talking book group for Adults | 8:30-9:30 am | In front of the library
Every Tuesday morning walk and talk about books/movies/po
July 3 | Science vs. Magic Book Discussion | 7:00-8:00 pm | Conference Room
Join us for a discussion of Witchmark by C.L. Polk. Copies are available for checkout at the Reference Desk. This group meets on the first Wednesday of each month to discussion fantasy & science fiction titles.
July 6 | Sheep Baatiquers Knitting & Crocheting Group | 12:00-3:00 pm | Co-Lab
CFPL has a Knitting and a Crocheting group aka Sheep Baatiquers that meets in the Co-Lab every first Saturday of the month. Large projects and small, with community knitters and crocheters on hand to offer guidance. New yarn crafters are welcome The group even has resources to help the left-handed yarn crafter. No registration required. Bring your own needles and your pattern. A few free patterns will be available. Stop by to see what's going on and join in!
July 8 | Sewing and Quilting Group | 10:00 am- 1:00 pm | Co-Lab
CFPL has a quilting group that meets every second and fourth Monday of the month. Large projects and small, with community quilters on hand to offer guidance. New quilters are welcome. No registration required; tools and machines, along with some patterns, are available. Stop by to see what's going on or join in!
July 9 | Walking Talking book group for Adults | 8:30-9:30 am | In front of the library
Every Tuesday morning walk and talk about books/movies/podcasts that everyone is reading/seeing, or listening to. Meet at the front of library entrance.
July 9 | CFPL Stammtisch (German Language Group) | 7:00-8:00 pm | Co-Lab
Are you a serious language learner of German (at whatever level) or native-speaker (die geduldig mit Anfaenger sind)? Would you like an opportunity to converse with others auf Deutsch? Come to the CFPL Stammtisch for conversation and mingling. On occasion, we will screen German-language videos and/or enjoy other cultural activities. Every second Tuesday of each month. All ages welcome. No registration required. Please note: There will be no formal instruction at our meetings.
July 12 | CFPL's 20th Birthday Celebration | 3:30-5:30 pm pm | Library Parking Lot
Join us in celebrating the 20th birthday of CFPL's building! There will be games, mega foam cannons, and lots of fun! For all ages.
July 15 | Eric Michaels, Magician | 11:00 am -12:00 pm | Community Center
Eric Michaels has been performing magic since he was a child. Starting with a little ring and a piece of string from his very first magic set, Eric began his journey into the magical world of mystery and excitement. Since 2003, Eric's show has developed into a one-of-a-kind class act that is jam packed with puzzling magic, audience participation, comedy, live animals, and his beautiful assistant! Come see what everyone is talking about, it's not just a magic show, it's an experience! For all ages.
July 15 | Death Cafe with Dr. Melinda Heinz | 7:00-8:30 pm | Meeting Room
Melinda Heinz, a Professor of Family Services at UNI, will host a Death Café. Community members are invited to have guided discussions with folks who may have similar anxieties and experiences about death.
Cafés have no pre-set agenda. They are a place to encourage open discussion on perspectives on death. Death cafes are not support groups or therapy sessions, but instead places that promote open discussion to decrease the likelihood that discussions on death are considered taboo. Registration is not necessary. Attendance is free. Snacks and refreshments will be provided.
July 16 | Walking Talking book group for Adults | 8:30-9:30 am | In front of the library
Every Tuesday morning walk and talk about books/movies/podcasts that everyone is reading/seeing, or listening to. Meet at the front of library entrance.
June 16 | Upcycling Upstairs #2: Tyvek Zipper Pouch | 6:00-8:00 pm | Co-Lab
Join us in the Co-lab for some conservation-minded crafting! During this session, we will be using old Tyvek envelopes to create a zipper pouch - perfect for holding art supplies, toiletries, or utensils!
The library will provide all the materials needed to make your own zipper pouch. This program will require the use of cutting tools, needles, and thread -- hand sewing experience is advantageous, but not required. You may also choose to use paint or ink stamps, so please dress accordingly. This program is intended for adults. Registration is required. Click here to register!
July 17 | Drink Your Garden | 6:30-8:00 pm | The Ragged Edge Art Bar and Gallery
Join us at the Ragged Edge Art Bar and Gallery to learn how to make cocktails using items directly from your garden! Kendra will show us how we can use seasonal produce to create different mixers and garnishes to be used in a variety of mocktails and cocktails. All participants must be 21+ to attend this program. Registration is required and limited to 20 people. Click here to register!
July 18 | Sew Your Own Reusable Bowl Covers | 1:00-3:00 pm | Co-Lab
Learn how to make reusable bowl covers. We will provide all the materials for you, but if you want special fabric, please bring your own cotton fabric. We guarantee you will have time to make 1 cover, but if time allows you can make more. This program is for adults. Pre-registration is required and opens July 1. Click here to register!
July 18 | Community Blood Drive | 1:00-6:00 pm | Community Center
The Cedar Falls Public Library and the American Red Cross are hosting a blood drive at the Community Center. The need for blood is constant. Please schedule an appointment online at redcrossblood.org or call 1-800-RED-CROSS.
June 19 | Movie Matinee: A Man Called Otto | 2:00-4:30 pm | Meeting Room
Join us to watch A Man Called Otto. This movie is rated PG-13 and runs 2 hours & 6 minutes.
July 22 | Sewing and Quilting Group | 10:00 am- 1:00 pm | Co-Lab
CFPL has a quilting group that meets every second and fourth Monday of the month. Large projects and small, with community quilters on hand to offer guidance. New quilters are welcome. No registration required; tools and machines, along with some patterns, are available. Stop by to see what's going on or join in!
July 23 | Walking Talking book group for Adults | 8:30-9:30 am | In front of the library
Every Tuesday morning walk and talk about books/movies/podcasts that everyone is reading/seeing, or listening to. Meet at the front of library entrance.
July 23 | Library Libations: Trivia at Second State | 7:00-8:00 pm | Second State Brewing Co.
Do you like books? Movies and TV shows based on books? How about beer? Trivia? Join us for all of the above at Library Libations! Questions will be based on books/series and their various media adaptations, drawn from a list of 25 titles including Frankenstein, The Hunger Games series, Animal Farm, and The Hobbit. Come by the Reference desk (2nd floor of the library) to see the full list!
Beginning at 7PM, the program will last 3 rounds of 10 questions each (with breaks in between to chat, mingle, and get yourself a refill). If needed, we’ll have a tiebreaker at the end and the winning team will receive a $50 gift card to Second State Brewing Co.
Teams must have 2-8 people and check-in between 6:30 and 6:50pm. Solo players are welcome and will be randomly assigned to a “mixer” team. The first 25 participants will receive a free drink token at check-in.
This program (for adults over 21) is brought to you by the Cedar Falls Public Library, hosted by Second State Brewing Co, and funded by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Library.
July 30 | Walking Talking book group for Adults | 8:30-9:30 am | In front of the library
Every Tuesday morning walk and talk about books/movies/podcasts that everyone is reading/seeing, or listening to. Meet at the front of library entrance.
AUGUST
August 3 | Sheep Baatiquers Knitting & Crocheting Group | 12:00-3:00 pm | Co-Lab
CFPL has a Knitting and a Crocheting group aka Sheep Baatiquers that meets in the Co-Lab every first Saturday of the month. Large projects and small, with community knitters and crocheters on hand to offer guidance. New yarn crafters are welcome The group even has resources to help the left-handed yarn crafter. No registration required. Bring your own needles and your pattern. A few free patterns will be available. Stop by to see what's going on and join in!
August 6 | Walking Talking book group for Adults | 8:30-9:30 am | In front of the library
Every Tuesday morning walk and talk about books/movies/podcasts that everyone is reading/seeing, or listening to. Meet at the front of library entrance.
August 7 | Science vs. Magic Book Discussion | 7:00-8:00 pm | Conference Room
Join us for a discussion of The Space Between Worlds by M. Johnson. Copies are available for checkout at the Reference Desk. This group meets on the first Wednesday of each month to discussion fantasy & science fiction titles.
How does Beanstack work?
First, you need to create a Beanstack account. Parents can also create accounts for their children. Beanstack will automatically direct you to the appropriate challenges for which you can register based on your age. There are challenges for kids, teens, and adults. If you wish to be contacted about prizes and drawings, please include an email address as part of your Beanstack profile. The Beanstack app is available for iOS and Android. If you experience technical problems with the app, please contact Beanstack at usersupport@zoobean.com.
Getting Started
- Go to cedarfalls.beanstack.org
- Click on the blue “Register an Individual or Family” button.
- Fill in the information! If you are a parent registering a child, be sure to enter
your information in under “Adult Information.” Beanstack allows families to
be linked together, so that all family members can be accessed with one login. - Once you are registered, you will be taken to your account page. This is where
you will log your minutes and activities and track the badges you earn!
How to log reading & activities
- Go to cedarfallslibrary.beanstack.org or download the Beanstack Tracker app for Android
and iPhone! - Click on the blue “Log Reading and Activities” button in the upper left
corner or on the blue plus sign in the app. - Follow the prompts on the screen to log whatever you’ve accomplished.
- When you hit a reading landmark, you will receive a badge and may be
eligible for a prize!
Funding for the Adult Summer Library Program is provided by the Cedar Falls Community Foundation: Robert and Shirley Berg fund for use by the Library and the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
Questions? Please email the library at info@cedarfallslibrary.org or call at 319-273-8643.
