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  • 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, and connect in the storytime area. We'll have snacks, coffee, and toys out for the kids.   For parents of children ages 0-6.   Youth. Adult.

  • STEMventurers! Engineering Marvels

    Co-Lab, 2nd FloorNormally the first Thursday of every month, moving to the third Thursday for January 2026. Join us for a hands-on science experience! Each session is packed full of fun games, exciting experiments and brain-teasing trivia that bring STEM concepts to life.This month's activity: Enter the engineering STEMventure zone! Build a boat that carries tons […]

  • Music and Movement Storytime

    Youth Department.  Geared toward toddlers and preschoolers. Get ready to dance and be silly! We'll read books that encourage movement, sing songs, and shake our sillies out!  Ages 2+, Youth.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.

  • Family Storytime

    Youth Department  Enjoy storytime with the whole family! Get ready to read, dance, and sing! Youth, Ages 0-5 Funded by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.

  • Popcorn & Pictures: A Family Movie Matinee

    In the Meeting Room.Join us for monthly family movie screenings! We'll provide the popcorn, but feel free to bring your own snacks, refreshments, and maybe even a cozy blanket or two. January's movie pick is "Freakier Friday", showtime is at 2 pm. The movie runtime is about 2 hours.This film is rated PG, parental discretion is advised […]

  • Preschool Storytime

    Youth Department.   Join us for Preschool Storytime as we read, sing, dance, and play. Parents are encouraged to embrace their inner child and dance and sing along with their child/ren.   For preschoolers, ages 3-5. Youth Funded by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.

  • Sweet Tooth

    CoLab.Youth. Ages 8-12Love sweet treats? Join us at our Sweet Tooth program, where we make and eat our creations! We will make Winter-inspired melting snowman cookies. Ages 8-12.  Registration RequiredCoLab.Youth. Ages 8-12Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.

  • Toddler Storytime

    Youth Department.   Join us for Toddler Storytime as we read, sing, dance, rhyme, and get silly. Storytime is a great way to introduce your toddler to the joy of reading and to the preliteracy skills that will help them become future readers.   For toddlers, ages 2-3.  Youth. Funded by the Friends of the Cedar Falls […]

  • Tween Time

    Youth Department (Storytime Corner)    This is a social program just for tweens (for ages 9-12) that entertains, enriches, and empowers. Tweens are invited to drop in and check it out on the 2nd and 3rd Wednesdays of most months at 3:00-4:00 p.m. This program is held once a month during June and July and then returns to […]

  • Cocoa & Canvas: Winter Painting Fun

    Co-Lab, 2nd FloorStep into a snowy scene of your own creation! In this guided art class, participants will turn a blank canvas into a frosty winter wonderland. No experience needed - just bring your imagination and get ready to paint!We’ll provide the supplies, plus a cozy drink and light snacks to enjoy while you work.Perfect […]

  • Music and Movement Storytime

    Youth Department.  Geared toward toddlers and preschoolers. Get ready to dance and be silly! We'll read books that encourage movement, sing songs, and shake our sillies out!  Ages 2+, Youth.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.

  • Toymakers

    Join us as we create easy-to-make toys from yesteryear. Make history come alive as classic oldies may become new favorites. Each child will be able to take their creations home to continue the fun. Youth Department. Ages 7-12