• 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

  • 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 maybe even a cozy blanket or two. December's movie pick is "The Chronicles of Narnia: The Lion, The Witch, and The Wardrobe", showtime is at 1:50 pm. […]

  • POSTPONED TO 12/20--Gift of Giving -- Hand-painted Wooden Decorations (Afternoon 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 the […]

  • Iowa Chamber Music Concert & Instrument Petting Zoo

    Community Center.    Have you ever wanted to learn how to play a stringed instrument? Join us at the Community Center for a  Chamber Music Concert, followed by an instrument petting zoo and a Q&A.  For All Ages.

  • Teen Holiday Party

    Meeting RoomCome join us for the Teen Advisory Board-led Teen Holiday Party!  We will be watching Elf (PG), as well as enjoying delicious hot chocolate from a hot chocolate bar and some other winter-themed snacks.  There will also be a super cool surprise after the movie.Open to teens ages 12 - 18 and in grades […]

  • Jr. High Book Club

    Students ages 12-15 are invited to join us for a monthly book club in the Teen Room!This month, students can choose their own books! Our theme will be fantasy, so read something fantastical this month; it could be magical realism, high fantasy, or anything in between. Come prepared to discuss what you've read during our […]

  • Tween Book Club

    Youth DepartmentTweens, (kids ages 9-12) are invited to join us for a monthly book club! We'll enjoy a group activity and a discussion on this month's book. This month's book is Amulet by Kazu Kibuishi. To register and pick up a copy of the book, please email the youth desk at youth@cedarfallslibrary.org or call the youth desk at 319-859-3282. Registration […]

  • Teen Get Your Gift On!

    Co-LabGet your gift on - for a friend or for yourself!  Join us the first three Mondays of the month and make a different gift!This week's gift is: Decorated bandanasNo registration, but supplies are limited, so first-come first-served.  Teens may come and go as they need in this program.Sponsored by The Friends of The Cedar […]