Calendar of Events
Curious Kids: A STEAM Program
Co-Lab Curious kids is a new monthly STEAM program where we will explore different STEAM related activities. We will meet on the 1st and 2nd Thursday of the month in the Co-Lab. On the 1st Thursday of the month, we could be programming with Bee Bots or using engineering skills to take on Lego Challenges. Each […]
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! Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
Storytime Around the Word: Asia/ Lunar New Year
Youth Department. In collaboration with the UNI's International Engagement Office, join us for Family Storytime as we read, sing, dance, and learn about other cultures. For this session, we'll welcome a guest reader who'll share about their culture and bring a special craft or activity. For youth, ages 3-8. Youth Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls […]
Sheriff Thompson, Local Author Visit Anyplace But Here: The Uncomfortable Convergence Between Mental Illness and the Criminal Justice System
Sheriff Thompson will give us a short presentation about his book Anyplace But Here: The Uncomfortable Convergence Between Mental Illness and the Criminal Justice System, followed by a question and answer along with books for purchase and signing. The event will take place in the meeting room. Junior high students through adults are welcome to […]
Adult Dungeon Master Training
Come learn the basics of DMing or hone your skills; from encounter design to managing your table. This is a workshop from those interested in running D&D for their family and friends or DMs hoping to improve their game. Some experience, however little, with D&D required. Bring questions!18 and up.Registration required. (To register, click here)
Open Co-Lab: Bring your scrapbooks and use our resources!
Use our embossing machine, our ink pads and stamps, the Cricut, and an assortment of other tools to enhance your scrapbooks.
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. 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 […]
Sprout Storytime for Babies
Youth Department. Join us for baby storytime as we sing, read, bounce, and rhyme! It's a great time to cuddle your baby close and have fun while introducing them to skills that will help them become future readers. For babies 0-23 months Kids. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
Sapling 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.Kids Sponsored by the Friends of the Public Library.
Iowa River Surfing and White Water w/ Hannah Ray J and Ty Graham
You can surf in Iowa? Yes! Learn more about it with whitewater athlete Hannah Ray J and river specialist Ty Graham. This duo of Iowa Natives will introduce you to the world of river surfing and whitewater kayaking in our fair state. Hear about their experiences, learn some river basics, and get informed about river sport opportunities in our […]
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. KidsSponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public […]
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 3-4 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
