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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!If you're interested, take our survey!Open to all teens 12-18 years old and in 7-12 grade. […]
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Friends Morning Book Discussion
Friends Morning Book Discussion
In person (Conference Room). This month they will be deciding titles for Fall 2024 - Spring 2025. For more information contact the Reference Department at (319) 268-5543. Sponsored by The Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
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.
Teen May Day Baskets
Teen May Day Baskets
Co-LabGot a special someone you want to surprise this spring? Come make a May Day basket and leave it by their door, locker, or desk at school May 1st!Teens will decorate May Day baskets and fill them with a variety of goodies, treats, and flowers. This special way to surprise someone can't be missed!Open to […]
Spring Gardening Class: Therapeutic Gardening: Revitalizing Minds & Communities
Spring Gardening Class: Therapeutic Gardening: Revitalizing Minds & Communities
Join us for Spring 2024 Gardening Class : Therapeutic Gardening: Revitalizing Minds & CommunitiesTeachers: Nathan MorkThis class is FREE and open to the public. There is no pre-registration and it is open to the public.Doors open at 5:30 pm each night. Class starts at 6:00 pm and runs for about 1 hour with time for questions and […]
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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 […]
Seedling Storytime for Toddlers
Seedling Storytime for Toddlers
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
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 […]
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Music & Movement Storytime with Kindermusik!
Music & Movement Storytime with Kindermusik!
Youth Department.Geared toward toddlers and preschoolers. Join us as a special guest Michelle from Little Light Studio leads a Kindermusik-themed Music & Movement! Get ready to dance and be silly! We'll read books that encourage movement, sing songs, and shake our sillies out!
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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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Iowa Chamber Music Concert & Instrument Petting Zoo
Iowa Chamber Music Concert & Instrument Petting Zoo
Community Center. Have you ever wanted to learn how to play a stringed instrument? Join us at the Community Center for a Chamber Music Concert followed by an instrument petting zoo and a Q&A
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Death Cafe w/ Melinda Heinz
Death Cafe w/ Melinda Heinz
Melinda Heinz, a Professor of Family Services at UNI, will host a Death Café in the Cedar Falls Public Library meeting room on Monday, May 6th from 7-8:30pm. Community members are invited to have guided discussions with folks who may have similar anxieties and experiences about death. Cafés have no pre-set agenda. They are a […]
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Walking Talking book group for Adults
Walking Talking book group for Adults
May through September on Tuesday mornings we walk and talk about books, movies, and/or podcasts that everyone is reading, watching, or listening to. Meet at the front library entrance.
Friends Evening Book Discussion
Friends Evening Book Discussion
Via Google Meet. This month's selection is Differ We Must by Steve Inskeep. 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 […]
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Revisit Your Childhood Through 3-Dimensonal Books (pop-up books).
Revisit Your Childhood Through 3-Dimensonal Books (pop-up books).
Reginald Green will share a few books from his collection and give a brief history of the moveable book and their future. In addition, he will have the audience make a couple of simple pop-up cards and answer questions. Audience: Adult
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Reading Pals
Reading 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 […]
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Teen Crafternoon
Teen Crafternoon
CoLab.Get your creative on! Each month we'll be making a unique craft perfect for gifting to a friend or sibling or to just keep for yourself! No registration required, but supplies are limited. First come, first served. This month's craft is: Painted Window CharmsSponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.Teens
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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.Teens
Balanced Nutrition for a Sustainable Lifestyle with Registered Dietician and Social Media Influencer Taylor Grasso
Balanced Nutrition for a Sustainable Lifestyle with Registered Dietician and Social Media Influencer Taylor Grasso
Join registered dietician and social media influencer Taylor Grasso, R. D. for a presentation called Balanced Nutrition for a Sustainable Lifestyle. We'll dive into Nutrition 101, blood sugar balance, and talk about how addition rather than restriction can lead you to long-term success when it comes to achieving your health and nutrition goals! With over […]
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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 […]
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 as there will be no formal chess instruction. No registration required.The library's Safe Child Policy applies to all programs - children under 11 will need a responsible […]
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Walking Talking book group for Adults
Walking Talking book group for Adults
May through September on Tuesday mornings we walk and talk about books, movies, and/or podcasts that everyone is reading, watching, or listening to. Meet at the front library entrance.
Korean Lotus Lanterns: Learn and Make
Korean Lotus Lanterns: Learn and Make
Celebrate Asian & Pacific Islander Heritage Month with Korean lotus lanterns! This program will focus on the lotus lantern lighting festival and will include a virtual presentation, crafting instructions, and short documentary. All materials will be provided for you to create your own lotus lantern!This program will be held in the meeting room. It is […]
CFPL Stammtisch
CFPL Stammtisch
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. […]
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An Evening with Author Heather Gudenkauf
An Evening with Author Heather Gudenkauf
Join us for an evening with Iowa author Heather Gudenkauf, whose newest thriller, Everyone Is Watching, was released in March. Ms. Gudenkauf's books will be available for sale at the event, and a book signing will follow the author's presentation.Heather Gudenkauf is the Edgar Award nominated, New York Times & USA Today bestselling author of nine […]
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Movie Matinee: The Holdovers
Movie Matinee: The Holdovers
Location: Meeting RoomMovie: The Color PurpleRating: PG-13Length: 2 hr. 21 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.
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7th-9th Grade Book Discussion
7th-9th Grade Book Discussion
To celebrate the end of the school year, 7th-9th graders are invited to read any book of their choosing. At our meeting, we'll share what we read in the style of an informal "book report" while we enjoy pizza and soda. We'll meet in the Teen Room. Registration Required, contact the youth desk for more […]
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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, The Mysterious Benedict Society by Trenton Lee Stewart. 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.
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!If you're interested, take our survey!Open to all teens 12-18 years old and in 7-12 grade. […]
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Walking Talking book group for Adults
Walking Talking book group for Adults
May through September on Tuesday mornings we walk and talk about books, movies, and/or podcasts that everyone is reading, watching, or listening to. Meet at the front library entrance.
3rd/4th Grade Book Club
3rd/4th Grade Book Club
Youth DepartmentJoin our book discussion! We’ll go through some questions and have an activity based on this month’s book, Knucklehead by Jon Scieszka. Please register by calling the Youth Desk at 319-859-3282 or dropping by in person to sign up and grab the book. Registration Required.
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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 […]
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Walking Talking book group for Adults
Walking Talking book group for Adults
May through September on Tuesday mornings we walk and talk about books, movies, and/or podcasts that everyone is reading, watching, or listening to. Meet at the front library entrance.
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Storytime with K9 Mary and Deputy Karla
Storytime with K9 Mary and Deputy Karla
Youth Department. Join us for a special storytime with K9 Mary and her partner Deputy Karla. We'll read books, sing songs, and learn about different jobs dogs can do. For families.
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 […]
Knitting and Crocheting Group: The Sheep Baatiquers
Knitting and Crocheting Group: The 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 12pm-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 required. […]
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Youth Summer Library Program 2024
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
Learn more about our summer reading programs for Adults, Teens, and Youth!
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.
