• 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.

  • Community Nature Quest

    Join us as we continue our year long collaboration with the Hearst Center encouraging creative engagement with our outdoor spaces! Learn more about Nature Quest and create your own journal to use throughout the year.CFPL Co-LabAdults 18+Registration requiredParticipants will be guided on a personal Nature Quest by selecting from a series of monthly workshops and open studio classes (locations will […]

  • 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 twice a […]

  • Furoshiki Wrapping

    Furoshiki is a traditional Japanese cloth used for wrapping and carrying items in an eco-friendly and creative way. In this workshop, participants will learn about the history and uses of furoshiki and practice wrapping various everyday items using different techniques.This program will be held in the Co-lab and is intended for adults.  Registration is required.Sponsored […]

  • Travel Thursdays: Japan!

    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 and collect passport stamps.The next stop on our Travel Thursday adventure: Japan! Discover […]

  • 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.

  • Springtime Tea Party!

    Meeting Room, 2nd Floor. Grab your favorite doll, stuffed animal, or action figure, and join us for a springtime tea party filled with snacks and fun! Come dressed in your tea party best. For children ages 5-8. Registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.Youth. For Ages 5-8. In the Meeting Room.

  • 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 […]

  • Baby Storytime

    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 […]