Calendar of Events
Chess Club
Meeting Room.Checkmate boredom and join the Cedar Fall Public Library for Chess Club! Open to all ages, but a firm grasp of chess is expected from all players. No registration 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 […]
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
Book to Art
Youth DepartmentJoin us as we read picture books and create art inspired by either the story read or the art style of the illustrations!For ages 6-9 Youth
Minecraft Night
Meeting Room. All ages! Join us for a night of Minecraft with NirvanaOnline! Registration required if you need access to a Java edition Minecraft account and computer. If you have BOTH a paid Java Edition Minecraft account and laptop computer you can bring in, registration is not necessary. Note - a phone, tablet, and Chromebook will […]
Friends Evening Book Discussion
Via Google Meet. This month's selection is Just Mercy by Bryan Stevenson. Books for the discussion can be checked out at the Reference Desk with your Cedar Falls Public Library card. There is a limited number of books, but books are typically ready to be picked up one month before the discussion. For more information contact […]
Seedling 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. KidsSponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public […]
Science vs. Magic: CFPL's Fantasy/ Sci-fi Book Club
For fans of creatures that don't exist (probably), people they'll never meet (maybe), and places that can't be found (yet); whether you're a seasoned explorer of other worlds or a first-time reader in these genres, we welcome you to join us!This book discussion group will meet 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. on the 1st Wednesday of each […]
Science vs. Magic: CFPL's Fantasy/ Sci-fi Book Club
For fans of creatures that don't exist (probably), people they'll never meet (maybe), and places that can't be found (yet); whether you're a seasoned explorer of other worlds or a first-time reader in these genres, we welcome you to join us!This book discussion group will meet 7:00 p.m. - 8:30 p.m. on the 1st Wednesday of each […]
Sensory Stations for Little Learners
Youth Department. Join us for some hands-on learning. Children and their caregivers will navigate sensory stations and discover new ways to learn and play. Ages 0-5
Reading Pals with Cedar Valley Pet Pals
Reading Pals is a program that allows primary-grade students (grades 1st-3rd grade) the opportunity to develop reading fluency by practicing reading to a dog from the Cedar Valley Pet Pals organization. Six (6) fifteen-minute reading slots are available at each session--two each at 4:15, 4:35, and 4:55 in the upstairs meeting room. Pre-registration is required […]
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.
Gingerbread Time
Children will have a crumbelievable time constructing gingerbread houses and crafting gingerbread-scented playdough with the assistance of the Iowa State University Extension and Outreach team.Children will engage in a variety of hands-on activities related to gingerbread! They will enjoy many fun activities, including:Working as a community to tell the story of Gingerbread Baby by Jan […]
