Cedar Falls Public Library

Junior Graphic Novel Book Club!
2026-03-09 16:15 - 17:00 (America/Chicago)
Storytime Corner of Youth Department.
Do you love graphic novels? If so, come join our Junior Graphic Novel Book Club! Come discuss a little bit about the book, do a fun activity based on the graphic novel we read that month, and meet other kids who share this interest with you! We will be holding this club in January, March, and May at the beginning of 2026. Every meeting will be held in the Storytime Corner of the Youth Department. MARCH'S PICK: Twins by Varian Johnson. The graphic novel of the month will be available for pick up at the Youth desk after registering. You can register by dropping by the Youth desk in person, calling the Youth desk at 319-859-3282, or emailing youth@cedarfallslibrary.org. For kids ages 9-12. Youth.

Banned Books Club Movie Viewing
2026-03-09 17:15 - 19:30
Meeting Room
This is the movie viewing of the Banned Books Club. Participants attending the movie need not stay for the discussion afterwards if they do not want to.
This month's movie is: Freedom Writers(PG13), runtime 123min
Pick one or join us for all: read the book, watch the movie, join us for discussion.
Open to teens ages 14+ and adults.
Sponsored by the CFPL Friends of the Library.

Banned Books Club Discussion
2026-03-09 19:30 - 20:30
Meeting Room
Join 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 Writers
Pick one or join us for all: read the book, watch the movie, join us for discussion.
Titles will be ready to be checked out from the Reference Desk on February 2nd, 2026.
Open to teens ages 14+ and adults.
Sponsored by the CFPL Friends of the Library.

Preschool Storytime
2026-03-10 10:30 - 11:15, 2026-03-17 10:30 - 11:15
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.

Creation Stations
2026-03-10 16:15 - 17:00
Youth DepartmentDrop in and explore a variety of creative mediums to discover new and interesting ways to express yourself!
For Ages 6-9

CFPL Stammtisch
2026-03-10 19:00 - 20:00
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. All ages welcome. No registration required. Meeting in the conference room (2nd floor).
Please note: There will be no formal instruction at our meetings.

Letters From a Librarian PICK UP
2026-03-11 00:00 - 2026-03-13 23:59
Youth Department.
The time has come! If you submitted a “Tell Fable About Yourself” sheet back in February, it is now time to come into the Youth department and pick up your special letter from Fable and their librarian friends along with some other special goodies! Pick up time will be at CFPL in the Youth Department from March 11th to March 13th while the library is open. For kids ages 0-12. Youth.

Toddler Storytime
2026-03-11 10:30 - 11:15, 2026-03-18 10:30 - 11:15
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 Public Library.

Teen After School Stop
2026-03-11 14:30 - 16:00
Teen Room
Stop by after school 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 school. Drop-in style, so come when you can and stay for however long you’d like.
THIS week’s enjoyment will be: DIY Bag Charms & Keychains
Open to teens ages 12-18 and in grades 7-12. No registration required, but supplies may be limited: first come, first served.
Sponsored by the CFPL Friends of the Library.

Tween Time
2026-03-11 15:00 - 16:00, 2026-03-18 15:00 - 16:00
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 twice a month starting in September.
No registration required. Youth. Ages 9-12. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.

Daifuku (Japanese Sweet Rice Cake)
2026-03-11 19:00 - 20:00
Daifuku is a popular Japanese sweet made of soft mochi filled with sweet red bean paste. In this hands-on workshop, participants will make and enjoy daifuku, while also learning about Japanese tea culture and enjoying Japanese tea together.
This program will be held in the Co-lab and is intended for adults. Registration is required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library

Travel Thursdays: Ireland!
2026-03-12 16:15 - 17:15
Youth K-3rd, Meeting Room, 2nd Floor
Meets 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 and collect passport stamps.
The next stop on our Travel Thursday adventure: Ireland! Discover the Emerald Isle's rolling green hills, lively traditions, and St. Patrick's Day spirit through virtual trips, hands-on crafts, and sensory activities!

Perfect for explorers in K-3rd Grade. Registration Required. Youth

Music and Movement Storytime
2026-03-13 10:30 - 11:15, 2026-03-20 10:30 - 11:15
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
2026-03-14 10:30 - 11:15
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.

Teen Fiber Flicks
2026-03-14 13:30 - 16:00
Teen Room
Love to embroider? Can't quit crocheting? Join us during this open time to work on any current textile projects you have or try something new while watching a movie! Supplies and kits will be available on a first come, first served basis, and teens are encouraged to bring any projects they are currently working on.
Teens are welcome to come and go as they please. Hot beverages will be provided and this month's movie will be the 1995 Sense and Sensibility (rated PG).
At this special PI Day (3.14) we'll have pie for teens as well!
Open to teens ages 12 - 18 and in grades 7 - 12. No registration required.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.

Baby Storytime
2026-03-16 10:30 - 11:30
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. After storytime, join us for a free play session.
For babies 0-23 months
Youth.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.

Chess Club
2026-03-16 19:00 - 20:00
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 there is no formal instruction. No registration is required.
The library's Safe Child Policy applies to all programs - children under 11 will need a responsible caregiver present and in the room with them at all times.

Sweet Tooth
2026-03-17 16:15 - 17:15
CoLab.Youth. Ages 8-12
Love sweet treats? Join us at our Sweet Tooth program, where we make and eat our creations! We will learn to make no-bake strawberry cheesecake cups. Ages 8-12. Registration Required
CoLab.Youth. Ages 8-12

Community Nature Quest Open Studio
2026-03-17 18:00 - 20:00
Community Nature Quest Open Studio at the Hearst Center
Come 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 will be guided on a personal Nature Quest by selecting from a series of monthly workshops and open studio classes (locations will be shared between the Hearst and the Library) hosted by artists and field experts throughout the seasons. Open studio sessions will encourage participants to create and reflect in personal journals using a variety of prompts from How To Be An Explorer of the World by Keri Smith (each participant will receive a free copy while supplies last) with social time geared towards cultivating a sense of community. Materials will be provided. As the program ends upon one year of seasonal change, all participants will be invited to show their work at the Hearst and Cedar Falls Library. This program is made possible through the Cedar Falls Community Foundation.

Puzzle Competition
2026-03-17 18:00 - 20:00
Audience: Adults
Location: Meeting Room Second floor
Seven teams will compete to complete a 500 piece puzzle! Prizes for first and second place will be awarded. Sign up with teams of up to 5 people. Only one person per team needs to register.

Teen Hooley (Party!)
2026-03-17 18:30 - 20:00
Teen Room
Join us in some tomfoolery at our hooley (Gaelic for party!) as we explore Gaelic lore in a fun way! Teens can expect crafts and treats as tasty as a pot-o-gold!
Open to teens ages 12 - 18 and in grades 7 - 12. Drop-in style so teens may come and go as they would like.
Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.

Teen After School Stop
2026-03-18 14:30 - 16:00
Teen Room
Stop by after school 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 school. Drop-in style, so come when you can and stay for however long you’d like.
THIS week’s enjoyment will be: DIY Candy Sushi
Open to teens ages 12-18 and in grades 7-12. No registration required, but supplies may be limited: first come, first served.
Sponsored by the CFPL Friends of the Library.

Coffee, Conversation, and Kids
2026-03-19 10:30 - 11:30
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.

Puppet Show
2026-03-19 16:30 - 17:30

Honey Bees! with ISU Extension
2026-03-20 14:00 - 15:00
Storytime Corner
Join us for a dive into the world of honey bees! Youth will read The Beeman book with Extension Program Coordinator, Shari, become worker bees by pollinating flowers, and taste test some unique honey flavors!
Ages 5-12.

Movie Matinee.
2026-03-20 14:00 - 16:30
Location: Meeting RoomMovie: On the Basis of SexRating: PG-13Length: 2 hrsAudience: AdultsGenre: Legal Drama, Biography, History
Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
