• Sapling Storytime for Preschoolers

    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.Kids

  • Graham Cracker Gingerbread House

    Youth.Co Lab.Join us for a fun time at the library to make and eat your own graham cracker gingerbread house! Ages 8-12. Registration Required. Youth.Co Lab.

  • 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. […]

  • Seedling Storytime for Toddlers

    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. Kids

  • 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 Wednesday of most months at 3:00-4:00 p.m. This program is held once a month during June and July and then returns […]

  • Midweek Magic: Craft, Create, Chill

    Teen RoomJoin us for "Midweek Magic," a program that turns the Teen Room into a place to craft, create, and chill every Wednesday!Each week, teens will get the opportunity to make a craft, enjoy a slushy or seasonal drink, or engage in some other way to relax in the middle of a long week of […]

  • Holiday Mini-Making for Adults

    Are you enamored with MGA Miniverse Make It Minis or Mini Brands, or have you wondered why they're so popular?  Join us in the Co-Lab for a mini-making session where you can meet others who share this interest and make an MGA Miniverse Make It Mini, Holiday 2025, The Grinch collectible. Each attendee will be […]

  • Christmas and New Year in Japan

    What do Christmas and KFC have in common?  If you're in Japan, the answer is: A LOT.  Join instructor Maoko Umeda for a discussion on how the winter holidays are celebrated in Japan.  We'll learn about holiday traditions in Japanese culture (focusing particularly on New Year), enjoy some seasonal treats, and make our own New […]

  • Travel Thursdays

    Youth K-3rd, Meeting Room, 2nd FloorMeets on the second Thursday of every month at 4:15 PM in the Meeting Room at the Cedar Falls Public Library. Pack your bags and grab your passport - adventure awaits! Each month we’ll “travel” to a new place - from faraway countries to famous landmarks, outer space, and even different […]

  • Music & 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.

  • POSTPONED TO 12/20--Gift of Giving -- Hand-painted Wooden Decorations (Morning Session)

    It's time to celebrate the Gift of Giving!  This December, join us on the first 3 Saturdays of the month for some handmade fun centered around holiday gift-giving!On December 13th, we'll be hand-painting wooden decorations and ornaments!  Create unique keepsakes to give to friends, family, or a to  neighbor you've never met.  You will have […]

  • Grove Storytime

    Youth Department   Enjoy storytime with the whole family! Get ready to read, dance, and sing!  Youth, Ages 0-5