Calendar of Events
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PEEPS Diorama Public Judging
Youth & TeenCategories:Children’s Category (ages 12 and under)Teen Category (ages 13-18)Family Category (Guardian/Children teams)Judging and Display:Dioramas will be on display in the Youth Department from March 29 to April 4 […]
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Step into the elegance of the Regency era for a charming little book swap brunch.Gather with fellow readers for a delightful afternoon of literary exchange, refined refreshments, and hands-on floral […] |
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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 […] |
5 events,
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The Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library host this monthly morning book discussion which meets at 10:15AM in the Conference Room on the last Tuesday of each month. A […]
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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. […]
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Join us for the Spring 2026 Gardening Classes! These classes are FREE! There is no pre-registration and they are open to the public. Cedar Falls Library Meeting Room Doors open […]
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Do you love to read and are in your twenties? If so, come join our 20 Somethings’ Book Club! Come discuss a little bit about what you read and meet […] |
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Youth Bookmark Contest
The Summer Reading Theme for this summer will be Plant a Seed, Read! We challenge you to create a bookmark that captures that theme. Your bookmark must be between 2.5"x5" - […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Youth, Storytime CornerAre you into Pokémon? Come meet other kids who share your interest! During this program, you'll get to talk about all things Pokémon, show off your card collection, […]
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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 […] |
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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 Youth.
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Youth. Ages 8-12. Co-Lab, 2nd FloorMeets the first Thursday in the CoLab of the Cedar Falls Public Library. Join us for a hands-on science experience! Each session is packed full of […] |
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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. […] |
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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.
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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 […] |
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Library Closed
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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 […]
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1st Monday and 4th Saturday of the month from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. with Certified Advanced Resume Writer Stephanie Swilley. Get access to 1-on-1 help on how to tailor your […]
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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 […] |
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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. […]
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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: […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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.
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(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 […] |
6 events,
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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Join us for the Spring 2026 Gardening Classes! These classes are FREE! There is no pre-registration and they are open to the public. Cedar Falls Library Meeting Room Doors open […]
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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 […] |
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Youth, 8-12 years old, Youth Department.A book has vanished from the library, and only sharp minds can find it. Work in teams to solve clues, crack puzzles, and uncover the […] |
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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. […] |
3 events,
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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.
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Teen RoomLove to embroider? Can't quit crocheting? Join us during this open time to work on any current textile projects you have or try something new while watching a movie! […]
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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 […] |
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Mandala painting. More information to follow. Registration is required. Location: Co-Lab 2nd floor Audience: Adults Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library
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The Mandala technique starts with a central dot that is painted in the middle of a mandala round stone or wood circle. Small patterns of symmetrical dots are painted in different […] |
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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. […]
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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. […]
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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 […]
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Youth DepartmentDrop in and explore a variety of creative mediums to discover new and interesting ways to express yourself!For Ages 6-9
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Meeting RoomThis is the movie viewing of the Banned Books Club. Participants attending the movie need not stay for the discussion afterwards if they do not want to.This month's movie […]
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Meeting RoomJoin us in discussing a title from the American Library Association's List of Frequently Challenged Young Adult Books. Movie viewing will directly precede the discussion.This month's title is: The […] |
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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. […]
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CoLab.Youth. Ages 8-12Love sweet treats? Join us at our Sweet Tooth program, where we make and eat our creations! We learn to decorate Spring-inspired cupcakes. Ages 8-12. Registration RequiredCoLab.Youth. Ages […]
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Join us for the Spring 2026 Gardening Classes! These classes are FREE! There is no pre-registration and they are open to the public. Cedar Falls Library Meeting Room Doors open […]
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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 […] |
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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 […]
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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 […]
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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 […] |
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Youth Department. Are you craving coffee and conversations with other adults? Are you looking for potential play date friends for your kids? Then this program is for you! Chill, chat, […]
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Youth, ages 5-9, Meeting Room, 2nd Floor*For April, moved to the THIRD Thursday at 4:15 PM in the Meeting Room at the Cedar Falls Public Library.*Pack your bags and grab […] |
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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. […]
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Location: Meeting RoomMovie: Wicked for GoodRating: PGLength: 2 hrs 17 minutesAudience: AdultsGenre: Fantasy, Musical, RomanceSponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library. |
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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.
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Youth, all ages, in the Meeting Room.Join us for monthly movie screenings that are fun for the whole family! We'll provide the popcorn, but feel free to bring your own […] |
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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 […]
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Would you care for a game of chess? Join fellow players at the Cedar Falls Public Library's meeting room (2nd floor) to meet your next opponent. The club meets regularly […] |
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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. […]
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Join us for the Spring 2026 Gardening Classes! These classes are FREE! There is no pre-registration and they are open to the public. Cedar Falls Library Meeting Room Doors open […]
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Community Nature Quest Open Studio at the Hearst CenterCome together to create, reflect, and share with others participating in the Community Nature Quest! We will be meeting in the Hearst […] |
4 events,
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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 […]
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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 […]
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Co-Lab.Youth. Ages 6-12. Join us monthly for a fun, relaxing, crafty day where you and your kiddo can create awesome art together. Ages 6-12. Registration Required. This month's craft: No-sew pouchesCo-Lab.Youth. Ages […]
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Meeting Room.Each April, the Cedar Falls Public Library hosts an author-in-residence program for 5th graders called Cedar Valley's Youth Read. This year's author is Lisa Graff. Lisa Graff began writing at […] |
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CVYR: School Sessions
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Got Tech Troubles? We’ve Got Answers!Join our friendly group tech session in the meeting room and get hands-on help with your Apple device or any tech questions you’ve been wrestling […]
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Got Tech Troubles? We’ve Got Answers!Join our friendly group tech session in the meeting room and get hands-on help with your android device or any tech questions you’ve been wrestling […]
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Lit Lounge: A private, adults-only event series focused on meaningful conversation, hands-on workshops, and social connection. Sessions will feature guided group activities, time for relaxed networking in a respectful, age-gated […] |
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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. […] |
2 events,
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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.
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1st Monday and 4th Saturday of the month from 12:00 - 2:00 p.m. with Certified Advanced Resume Writer Stephanie Swilley. Get access to 1-on-1 help on how to tailor your […] |
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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. […]
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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. […]
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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 […]
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Youth Department (Storytime Corner)Tweens (kids ages 9-12) are invited to join us for a monthly book club! We'll enjoy a group activity and a discussion on this month's book. This month's […]
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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! […] |
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The Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library host this monthly morning book discussion which meets at 10:15AM in the Conference Room on the last Tuesday of each month. A […]
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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. […]
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Youth DepartmentKids ages 7-9 are invited to join us for a monthly book club! We'll enjoy a group activity and a discussion on this month’s book. To register and arrange […]
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Join us for the Spring 2026 Gardening Classes! These classes are FREE! There is no pre-registration and they are open to the public. Cedar Falls Library Meeting Room Doors open […] |
2 events,
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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 […]
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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 of school. Drop-in style, so come when you can and stay for however long you’d like.THIS week’s enjoyment will be: A Take and Make CraftOpen to […] |
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Kid Librarian!
Youth Department.Have you ever wanted to be a librarian? Well, here is your chance! Kid Librarian at CFPL is where one lucky kid will be drawn every month and picked to be a librarian for an afternoon! They will get to make their very own book display of their own interests that will be up […]
Spring into Summer! A Youth Writing Contest
Youth & TeenCalling all youth writers! We're looking for your best short stories, poetry, or creative comics with themes of summer. Prizes will be provided in the K – 3rd Grade category, the 4th – 6th Grade category, and the 7th-12th Grade category. Submission lengths can vary, but they shouldn't be over 5 pages long. Please submit […]
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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. […] |
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Do you have an interest in paper quilling? Our Quilling Club meets on the first Saturday every other month! The library will provide tools and materials for you to work with. Although no formal instruction will be provided, practicing quillers and resources will be available to assist beginners. All skill levels are welcome! It is intended […]
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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.
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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. […] |
