• Banned Books Club Discussion

    Meeting RoomJoin us in discussing a title from the American Library Association's List of Frequently Challenged Young Adult Books.  Movie viewing will directly precede the discussion.This month's title is: The Freedom Writers Diary by Erin Gruwell and The Freedom WritersPick one or join us for all: read the book, watch the movie, join us for […]

  • CFPL Stammtisch

    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. […]

  • Chess Club

    Would you care for a game of chess?  Join fellow players at the Cedar Falls Public Library's meeting room (2nd floor) to meet your next opponent.  The club meets regularly on the 3rd Monday of each month.This gathering is open to all ages, but a firm grasp of chess is expected from all players as […]

  • Community Nature Quest Open Studio

    Community Nature Quest Open Studio at the Hearst CenterCome together to create, reflect, and share with others participating in the Community Nature Quest! We will be meeting in the Hearst Center Classroom.Adults 18+Join us for a year long collaboration between the Hearst Center and the Cedar Falls Public Library encouraging creative engagement with our outdoor spaces. Participants […]

  • Coffee, Conversation, and Kids

    Youth Department.   Are you craving coffee and conversations with other adults? Are you looking for potential play date friends for your kids? Then this program is for you! Chill, chat, […]

  • Movie Matinee.

    Location:  Meeting RoomMovie: On the Bises of SexRating:   PG-13Length:  2 hrsAudience:  AdultsGenre: Legal Drama, Biography, HistorySponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.

  • Popcorn & Pictures A Family Movie Matinee

    In the Meeting Room.Join us for monthly movie screenings that are fun for the whole family! We'll provide the popcorn, but feel free to bring your own snacks, refreshments, and […]

  • Sewing and Quilting Group

    Co-Lab. CFPL has a quilting group that meets every second and fourth Monday of the month from 10am-1pm. Large projects and small, with community quilters on hand to offer guidance. […]

  • Tech Time Thursdays for Apple users!

    Got Tech Troubles? We’ve Got Answers!Join our friendly group tech session in the meeting room and get hands-on help with your Apple device or any tech questions you’ve been wrestling […]

  • Tech Time Thursdays for Android and PC users!

    Got Tech Troubles? We’ve Got Answers!Join our friendly group tech session in the meeting room and get hands-on help with your android device or any tech questions you’ve been wrestling […]

  • Lit Lounge: Easels & Elixirs Paint & Sip

    Lit Lounge: A private, adults-only event series focused on meaningful conversation, hands-on workshops, and social connection. Sessions will feature guided group activities, time for relaxed networking in a respectful, age-gated […]

  • Resume 101

    1st Monday and 4th Saturday of the month from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. with Certified Advanced Resume Writer Stephanie Swilley. Get access to 1-on-1 help on how to tailor your […]