• Teen Makes: Origami Star Worry Beads

    Teen RoomDon't worry about upcoming finals or end of school projects!  Or if you feel like you can't help it, join us in making some origami star worry beads!  Origami […]

  • 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.

  • Cribbage Meetup

    Bring your own cribbage board or use one of ours.  Come for the fun and social opportunity.  Meets every first Tuesday of the month.  Location:  Meeting Room 2nd floor Audience: Adults

  • Southdale Library Night

    Youth Department.   Calling all Southdale Elementary students! Join us for a night at the public library! Complete a scavenger hunt and a craft, meet Fable, play games, and explore the library! For families.   The library's Safe Child Policy applies to all programs - children under 11 will need a responsible caregiver present and in the […]

  • Lego Story Builders

    Meeting Room.Get ready to show your creativity and use your imagination at Lego Story Builders! We will have a monthly theme with a short story and challenges. Work in groups or solo to create your Lego masterpieces while solving fun challenges, or simply to freestyle build!  All ages.

  • Community Nature Quest: Wildlife Observations with Local Biologist and Photographer, Evan Grimes

    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 requiredWildlife Observations with Local Biologist and Photographer, Evan Grimes Featuring Ambassador Animals from Hartman Reserve Nature CenterLearn a bit […]

  • Friends Evening Book Discussion

    (Via Google Meet) The Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library host this monthly evening book discussion which meets virtually at 7:00PM on the first Tuesday of each month.  A limited number of copies will be available to borrow at the Reference desk beginning one month prior to the meeting date.Video call link: https://meet.google.com/gnw-gggk-trtThis month's selection […]

  • After School Bites!

    Youth Department. Join us in the Youth department for a free and accessible after-school bite! The snacks will be available for kids ages 0-18 each day between 3:30 pm and 5:30 pm (1 pm to 3 pm on Wednesdays due to early-outs) while supplies last. This program offers nutritious snack options for kids who rely on the […]

  • 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 […]

  • Teen After School Stop

    Teen RoomStop 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 […]

  • 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 […]