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Make UNI, Iowa, or Iowa State Potholders!
Make UNI, Iowa, or Iowa State Potholders!
Enjoy a fun afternoon learning how to make a potholder. The fabric will feature UNI, Iowa, and Iowa State. Perfect for gift giving! All the materials will be available.
4 events,
Sprout Storytime for Babies
Sprout Storytime for Babies
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. For babies 0-23 months Kids. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
Spooky Storytime
Spooky Storytime
Location TBD. Does your little ghost or goblin want some chilling fun? Then join us for Spooky Storytime where we’ll sing creepy songs and read scary fun books. Costumes are encouraged. Ages 3-8
Tombstone Rubbings: the art and info of tombstones
Tombstone Rubbings: the art and info of tombstones
Meeting room. Join Rosemary Beach as she explains the art of tombstone rubbing. She will go over the process she has used, along with tips and tricks she has learned over the years. Rosemary will also be displaying her personal collection of tombstone rubbings and sharing why this hobby fascinates her.
360 Degrees of Creativity Art Club
360 Degrees of Creativity Art Club
Teen Room. Join our Teen Advisory Board-hosted Art Club! Come work on your art in a quiet and relaxing space. Feel free to do your art solo or collaborate with others! Prompts will be provided if you're facing an artist block! Open to all teens 12-18 years old and in 7-12 grade. No registration required. […]
4 events,
Scary Story Contest Winners Announced
Scary Story Contest Winners Announced
The votes are in and our winners of the Scary Story Contest will be announced via social media. Prizes will be provided in a K – 3rd Grade category, a 4th – 6th Grade category and a 7th-12th grade category.
Walking Talking book group for Adults
Walking Talking book group for Adults
Every Tuesday morning walk and talk about books/movies/podcasts that everyone is reading/seeing, or listening to. Meet at the front of library entrance.
Friends Morning Book Discussion
Friends Morning Book Discussion
In person (Conference Room). This month's selection is The Sum of Us by Heather McGhee. 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 copies, but books are typically ready to be picked up one month before the discussion. For […]
Sapling Storytime
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 Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
4 events,
Seedling Storytime
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 […]
Word Wizards
Word Wizards
Word Wizards is a club where kids can get together, learn about creative writing, work on fun writing exercises, and be inspired to make writing a habit. The club meets every other month (during the school year) and is geared towards children in 2nd grade and up, but anyone who is interested in storytelling can […]
Teen NaNoWriMo Kick-Off
Teen NaNoWriMo Kick-Off
Meeting Room.Are you participating in National Novel Writing Month this year? Want a quiet and inspiring place to work? Meet new folks to bounce ideas off of? Then come to the library's NaNoWriMo Kick-Off event!We'll provide a space for folks to share ideas, get feedback, and write. At each event we'll have writer's block prompts, […]
Science vs. Magic: CFPL's Fantasy/ Sci-fi Book Club
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 […]
2 events,
Sensory Stations for Little Learners
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 with Cedar Valley Pet Pals
Reading Pals is a program that allows primary-grade students (grades kindergarten-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 on the first and third Thursdays of the […]
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Music & Movement Storytime
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.
2 events,
Storytimes Around the World: Day of the Dead
Storytimes Around the World: Day of the Dead
Youth Department. In collaboration with the UNI's International Engagement Office, join us for Preschool Storytime as we read, sing, dance, and learn about other cultures. For this session, we'll welcome a guest reader who'll share about their culture and bring a special craft or activity. For preschoolers, ages 3-5. Youth Sponsored by the Friends of […]
Knitting and a Crocheting Group AKA Sheep Baatiquers
Knitting and a Crocheting Group AKA Sheep Baatiquers
CFPL has a Knitting and a Crocheting group aka Sheep Baatiquers that meets in the Co-Lab every first Saturday of the month from 12am-3pm. Large projects and small, with community knitters and crocheters on hand to offer guidance. New yarn crafters are welcome The group even has resources to help the left handed yarn crafter. No registration […]
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3 events,
Sprout Storytime for Babies
Sprout Storytime for Babies
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. For babies 0-23 months Kids. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
Teen Financial Literacy Series with ISU Extension
Teen Financial Literacy Series with ISU Extension
Meeting Room.Join in becoming more financially literate with the help of the Iowa State University Extension office! The Teen Financial Literacy program series has six meetings in it, and attendees are expected to be able to attend most of them.This is a program that utilizes the My Financial Future curriculum to teachyouth about organizing finances […]
Chess Club
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 […]
3 events,
Sapling Storytime
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 Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
Minecraft Night
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
Friends Evening Book Discussion
Via Google Meet. This month's selection is The Mitford Affair by Marie Benedict. 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 […]
3 events,
Seedling Storytime
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 […]
Tween Time
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 Wednesday of most months at 3-4 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
Adult Dungeons and Dragons
Adult Dungeons and Dragons
Part seven of our four part series. Intrepid adventurers face danger in hope of reward as they solve the serpentine mysteries of Sankt Piet Island. 5th edition Dungeons and Dragons. Weren't able to join us for the first session? No problem. 2nd level (customizable) pre-gens will be provided or bring your own (subject DM approval). […]
1 event,
Fall Puppet Show
Fall Puppet Show
Youth Department. Join us in the youth department for a puppet show! There'll be stories, music, jokes, and dancing! For families. Youth.
2 events,
Music & Movement Storytime
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.
Books For Cooks
Books For Cooks
Co-Lab. This informal education program is designed to teach children fundamental culinary concepts through integrated literacy activities that focus on kitchen skills. In addition, this exciting research-based program is designed to support Common Core English Language Arts Standards. In collaboration with Iowa State University Extension and Outreach.Registration RecommendedYouth. Grades K-3
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Storytimes Around the World: Celebrate!
Storytimes Around the World: Celebrate!
Youth Department. In collaboration with the UNI's International Engagement Office, join us for Preschool Storytime as we read, sing, dance, and learn about other cultures. For this session, we'll welcome a guest reader who'll share about their culture and bring a special craft or activity. For preschoolers, ages 3-5. Youth Sponsored by the Friends of […]
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3 events,
Sewing and Quilting Group
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 […]
Sprout Storytime for Babies
Sprout Storytime for Babies
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. For babies 0-23 months Kids. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
Teen Financial Literacy Series with ISU Extension
Teen Financial Literacy Series with ISU Extension
Meeting Room.Join in becoming more financially literate with the help of the Iowa State University Extension office! The Teen Financial Literacy program series has six meetings in it, and attendees are expected to be able to attend most of them.This is a program that utilizes the My Financial Future curriculum to teachyouth about organizing finances […]
2 events,
Sapling Storytime
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 Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
Teen NaNoWriMo Mid-Month Check-In
Teen NaNoWriMo Mid-Month Check-In
Meeting Room.Are you participating in National Novel Writing Month this year? Want a quiet and inspiring place to work? Share what you've written so far with others? Then come to the library's NaNoWriMo mid-month check-in!We'll provide a space for folks to share ideas, get feedback, and write. At each event we'll have writer's block prompts, […]
3 events,
Seedling Storytime
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 […]
Tween Time
Tween Time
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 Wednesday of most months at 3-4 p.m. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
Author Linda McCann visit
Author Linda McCann visit
Join us in the meeting room as Iowa historian and author Linda McCann shares her stories on Rosie the Riveters of Iowa. Adults and teens are encouraged to attend.
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5 events,
Music & Movement Storytime
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.
Movie Matinee -- Where the Crawdads Sing
Movie Matinee -- Where the Crawdads Sing
Location: Meeting RoomMovie: A Man Called OttoRating: PG-13Length: 2 hrs. 6 minutesAudience: AdultsSponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
Movie Matinee
Movie Matinee
Location: Meeting RoomMovie: A Man Called Otto(?)Rating: PG-13Length: 2 hrs. 6 minutesAudience: AdultsSponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
Movie Matinee -- Where the Crawdads Sing
Movie Matinee -- Where the Crawdads Sing
Location: Meeting RoomMovie: A Man Called Otto(?)Rating: PG-13Length: 2 hrs. 6 minutesAudience: AdultsSponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
Teen Crafternoon
Teen Crafternoon
Co-Lab.Join us in making a different craft each month! Open to all teens 12-18 years old and in 7-12 grade. No registration required, but supplies are limited. First come, first served. Any leftover sets will be set out later in the Teen Room for take and make.This month's craft is a tassel keychain! Come make […]
4 events,
The Gift of Giving #1: "Giving Plates"
The Gift of Giving #1: "Giving Plates"
Join us in the Co-lab to create your own "giving plate" - a special dish for sharing among your family and friends. All materials will be provided for you to design and decorate your masterpiece here, then complete at home by heating it according to the instructions. Register to drop-in anytime during the morning (9:30-11:30) or afternoon […]
Grove Storytime for Families
Grove Storytime for Families
Youth Department Enjoy storytime with the whole family! Get ready to read, dance, and sing! Youth, Ages 0-5
Anime Club
Anime Club
Teen Room. Open to all teens ages 12-18 who are in grades 7-12! New to anime? Are you a seasoned pro? Join us in watching some anime while indulging in Japanese snacks!No registration required.Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.Teen.
The Gift of Giving #1: "Giving Plates"
The Gift of Giving #1: "Giving Plates"
Join us in the Co-lab to create your own "giving plate" - a special dish for sharing among your family and friends. All materials will be provided for you to design and decorate your masterpiece here, then complete at home by heating it according to the instructions. Register to drop-in anytime during the morning (9:30-11:30) or afternoon (2:00-4:00) […]
3 events,
Storytime STEM: Wind Science
Storytime STEM: Wind Science
Youth DepartmentJoin us for a special STEM Storytime focusing on wind. Geared towards young scientists, we will start by reading a picture book. Then we will explore wind science with a few different activities. For kids in grades PreK-2nd grade. Youth.
Teen Self Care Sunday - Bath Salts
Teen Self Care Sunday - Bath Salts
Co-Lab.Join us in mixing up a bath salt blend that'll melt away stress in an instant!Open to all teens 12-18 years old and in 7-12 grade. Registration required.Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.Teen.
7th - 9th Grade Discussion
7th - 9th Grade Discussion
Teens vote for what we'll read the following month at each meeting. We meet in the Teen Room. Registration Required, contact the youth desk for more information by stopping by, emailing youth@cedarfallslibrary.org, or calling 319-268-3282.
3 events,
Sprout Storytime for Babies
Sprout Storytime for Babies
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. For babies 0-23 months Kids. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
Teen Financial Literacy Series with ISU Extension
Teen Financial Literacy Series with ISU Extension
Meeting Room.Join in becoming more financially literate with the help of the Iowa State University Extension office! The Teen Financial Literacy program series has six meetings in it, and attendees are expected to be able to attend most of them.This is a program that utilizes the My Financial Future curriculum to teachyouth about organizing finances […]
Chess Club
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 […]
2 events,
Sapling Storytime
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 Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
Native American Heritage Month: Milk's Camp, A Chief's Vision
Native American Heritage Month: Milk's Camp, A Chief's Vision
In observance of Native American Heritage Month, guest speaker Sonja Bock will share her personal genealogical journey. She will focus on her ancestral roots within the South Dakota Lakota Nation. During her presentation, Ms. Bock will provide historical and social context into her heritage. Ms. Sonja Lee Bock, M.A. and is Native American and African American. Born […]
2 events,
LIBRARY CLOSES AT 5:00
Seedling Storytime
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 […]
1 event,
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1 event,
LIBRARY CLOSED
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Grove Storytime for Families
Grove Storytime for Families
Youth Department Enjoy storytime with the whole family! Get ready to read, dance, and sing! Youth, Ages 0-5
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5 events,
Sewing and Quilting Group
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 […]
Sprout Storytime for Babies
Sprout Storytime for Babies
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. For babies 0-23 months Kids. Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
5th/6th Grade Book Club
5th/6th Grade Book Club
Youth DepartmentFifth and sixth graders are invited to join us for a discussion and activity on this month’s book, I Can Make This Promise by Christine Day. To register and arrange a pickup for the book, please email the youth desk at youth@cedarfallslibrary.org or call the youth desk at 319-859-3282. Registration Required. Youth.
Teen Financial Literacy Series with ISU Extension
Teen Financial Literacy Series with ISU Extension
Meeting Room.Join in becoming more financially literate with the help of the Iowa State University Extension office! The Teen Financial Literacy program series has six meetings in it, and attendees are expected to be able to attend most of them.This is a program that utilizes the My Financial Future curriculum to teachyouth about organizing finances […]
360 Degrees of Creativity Art Club
360 Degrees of Creativity Art Club
Teen Room. Join our Teen Advisory Board-hosted Art Club! Come work on your art in a quiet and relaxing space. Feel free to do your art solo or collaborate with others! Prompts will be provided if you're facing an artist block! Open to all teens 12-18 years old and in 7-12 grade. No registration required. […]
3 events,
Friends Morning Book Discussion
Friends Morning Book Discussion
In person (Conference Room). This month's selection is Demon Copperhead by Barbara Kingsolver. 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 copies, but books are typically ready to be picked up one month before the discussion. For more information […]
Sapling Storytime
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 Sponsored by the Friends of the Public Library.
3rd/4th Grade book Club
3rd/4th Grade book Club
Youth DepartmentJoin our book discussion! We’ll go through some questions about this month’s book, TBD. Please register by calling the Youth Desk or dropping by in person. Registration Required.
2 events,
Seedling Storytime
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 […]
Teen NaNoWriMo Finale!
Teen NaNoWriMo Finale!
Meeting Room.Join us in our final National Novel Writing Month event! If you need a place to share your final drafts with others or eek out those last couple thousand words, this is it!We'll provide a space for folks to share ideas, get feedback, and write. At each event we'll have writer's block prompts, snacks, […]
1 event,
Book Buddies: A Reading Mentor Program
Book Buddies: A Reading Mentor Program
Meeting Room. Is your child struggling or just learning how to read, and do you think they'd benefit from one-on-one reading time with a UNI student or retired teacher? Join us for a brand new program that allows primary-grade students (grades kindergarten-3rd grade) the opportunity to develop reading fluency by practicing reading, which will build […]
1 event,
Music & Movement Storytime
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.
3 events,
Grove Storytime for Families
Grove Storytime for Families
Youth Department Enjoy storytime with the whole family! Get ready to read, dance, and sing! Youth, Ages 0-5
Knitting and a Crocheting Group AKA Sheep Baatiquers
Knitting and a Crocheting Group AKA Sheep Baatiquers
CFPL has a Knitting and a Crocheting group aka Sheep Baatiquers that meets in the Co-Lab every first Saturday of the month from 12am-3pm. Large projects and small, with community knitters and crocheters on hand to offer guidance. New yarn crafters are welcome The group even has resources to help the left handed yarn crafter. No registration […]
Lovie and Me Tea Party
Lovie and Me Tea Party
Grab your favorite lovie--a doll, stuffed animal, action figure, etc.--and join us for a tea party filled with snacks and fun! Ages 6-9 Youth, Registration required.
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Youth Summer Library Program 2023
Join us for another fun summer full of performers, crafts, scavenger hunts, special programming, and, of course, reading!
Cedar Valley Children's Book Festival
A biannual event including writing activities, dramatic performances, art projects, music, puppets, and, possibly, author talks—all tied to children’s books.
Teen Summer Library Program 2023
Join us for another fun summer full of performers, crafts, scavenger hunts, special programming, and, of course, reading!
Summer Library Program 2023
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Adult Summer Library Program 2023
This summer we challenge you to “Find Your Voice”. Push yourself out of your comfort zone and try something new: read a new genre, try a new format, explore a new place, or test out a new hobby.