Calendar of Events
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Events
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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. 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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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. After storytime, join us for a free play session. For babies 0-23 months Youth. Sponsored by the Friends […]
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Youth, Ages 9-12, Registration Required, 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. September's book is "A Wrinkle in Time" by Madeleine L'Engle. You can pick up a copy at the Youth Desk starting September 1st.To […]
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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! Bring in supplies you love and are comfortable with or feel free to use any of the physical or digital art supplies provided. Prompts will […]
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Melinda Heinz, a Professor of Family Services at UNI, will host a Death Café in the Cedar Falls Public Library meeting room on Monday, September 28th 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 place to […] |
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We will meet up at the Big Woods south parking lot for the last Walking and Talking Group of the season! May through September on Tuesday mornings we walk and talk about books, movies, and/or podcasts that everyone is reading, watching, or listening to. Audience: Adults
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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 limited number of copies will be available to borrow at the Reference desk beginning one month prior to the meeting date.This month's selection 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. For preschoolers, ages 3-5.Youth Funded by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library. |
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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 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 Public […]
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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: SlushiesOpen to teens ages 12-18 and […] |
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Scary Story Contest
Youth & TeenSubmit your scariest story to our contest for a chance to win a prize! Prizes will be provided in the K – 3rd Grade category, the 4th – 6th Grade category, and the 7th-12th Grade category. Submission length can vary, but it shouldn't be over 5 pages long. Please submit your stories as a […]
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 […]
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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.Storytime Corner.For Families.Join us every month at the library for Lego Builders! A drop-in program to explore your creativity through Lego building. All ages welcome.Each month, we will alternate between Story Builders and Free Build. Story Builders will include a short story with four challenges. Free Build is a freestyle LEGO building time. Duplos will […]
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Cedar Falls Community Theater at 103 Main St, Cedar FallsJoin us for an evening at the theater! Teens are welcome to get magical as we watch an advance performance of Puffs at the Cedar Falls Community Theater. Teens should arrive at the theater between 6:30 and 6:45pm for a performance start time of 7pm. One […] |
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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! Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
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Join the Meskwaki Cultural Center and Museum, the Cedar Falls Public Library, the Hearst Center for the Arts, and the University of Northern Iowa as we launch a community book circle centering Indigenous culture, history, and perspectives.The evening's event will feature a panel discussion moderated by Cedar Falls Mayor, Danny Laudick, along with Johnathan Buffalo, […] |
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Do you have an interest in paper quilling? Join us for Quilling Club on the first Saturday of each 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! This program […]
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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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The Sheep Baatiquers (a knitting and crocheting group) meets in the Co-Lab every first Saturday of the month from 12pm-3pm. New yarn crafters are welcome to bring their projects, both large and small. Although no formal instruction will be provided, there are community knitters and crocheters on hand to offer guidance. The group even has […] |
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Location: Co-Lab 2nd floorAudience: AdultsSponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library |
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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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Co-LabChannel your inner taxidermist as we take dolls and stuffed animals and turn them into mounted wonder! Teens are welcome to bring a favored doll or stuffie from home to […]
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Storytime Corner of the Youth Department. Join us as we continue to explore the wonderful world of snail mail! At this drop-in event, kids (ages 7-12) are invited to stop […]
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A joint venture with the Waterloo Public Library! Play an ambitious adventurer in a West Marches-style campaign where each session is a new expedition into an untamed frontier filled with […] |
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Youth Department, Storytime Corner Join us for a special Firefighter Storytime for children ages 3–5! We'll read fun stories, sing songs, and welcome a special guest from the local fire department to share what firefighters do and teach us about fire safety. After the program, kids can enjoy a firefighter-themed craft to take home! […]
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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: Adults
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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 will make Zombie Brain Cups: strawberry pudding brains with raspberry veins. Ages 8-12. Registration Required. CoLab.Youth. Ages 8-12Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
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Make a bookish, decorative ornament to celebrate Banned Books Week. All the materials will be provided, so pre-registration is preferred and open Sept. 6, 2026Location: Co-Lab second floorAudience: Adults
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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 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 […] |
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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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Youth, ages 6-9, Storytime Corner October's Theme: Creepy CreationsA new, screens-free monthly program for kids ages 6-9! As kids navigate the everyday challenges of a screen-filled world, this program's themed, screen-free […]
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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, Ages 5-9, Meeting Room, 2nd FloorMeets on the second Thursday of every month at 4:15 PM in the Meeting Room at the Cedar Falls Public Library.Pack your bags and […] |
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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! Sponsored by the […] |
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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 RoomThis party is all about corvids! Teens are encouraged to cloak themselves in their best crow attire (black encouraged, but feathers welcomed if they would like!). There will be […]
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Youth. For Ages 5-8. Registration required. Meeting Room, 2nd Floor. Grab your favorite doll, stuffed animal, or action figure, and join us for a fall-themed tea party filled with snacks and fun! […] |
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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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Storytime Corner of Youth Department. Do you love graphic novels? If so, come join our Junior Graphic Novel Book Club! Come discuss a little bit about the book, do a fun […]
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Teen RoomUnwind with some good ole movie magic! Every Throwback Theater will feature a movie from the 90's or 00's and popcorn will be provided. Movie runtimes vary, and movie […]
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Are you tired of wearing the guise of a "normal human being"? Do you crave to take on the posture of a shrimp as you work on your favorite crafty […] |
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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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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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Youth Department (Storytime Corner) Come play Mario Kart and hang out with friends at the Library!This is a social program just for tweens (for ages 9-12) that entertains, enriches, and empowers. Tweens are invited […]
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Discover the beauty of Chinese art in this hands-on workshop! Explore how it has evolved over time and how it differs from Western art in philosophy, aesthetics, and techniques. Then, […] |
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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 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 […]
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Location: Meeting Room Movie: The Sheep DetectivesRating: PGLength: 1hrs 49 minutes Audience: Adults Genre(s): Adventure, Comedy, Mystery |
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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 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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Co-LabTake a regular ole picture and get spooky with it! We'll be making our own haunted hangings by taking pictures and adding bats, ghosts, black cats, fall colors, full moons, […]
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A joint venture with the Waterloo Public Library! Play an ambitious adventurer in a West Marches-style campaign where each session is a new expedition into an untamed frontier filled with […]
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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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Youth DepartmentKids ages 7-9 (2nd grade and up) are invited to join us for a monthly book club! We'll enjoy a group activity and a discussion on this month’s book, […]
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Community Nature Quest Open Studio at the Co-Lab Come together to create, reflect, and share with others participating in Community Nature Quest! We will be meeting in the CFPL Co-Lab. […] |
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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) Come play Mario Kart and hang out with friends at the Library!This is a social program just for tweens (for ages 9-12) that entertains, enriches, and empowers. Tweens are invited […]
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Bring your own cribbage board or use one of ours. Come for the fun and social opportunity. All levels of players are welcome. Meets every third Wednesday of the month. […] |
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Location: Meeting Room 2nd floor Sarah, the official butter sculptor for the Iowa State Fair, will share a brief history of butter sculpting at the Iowa Sate Fair. Learn about the ways in […]
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Community CenterJoin us for the final Lit Lounge bash of 2026! Bring a book to swap and your best dancing shoes for a spooky good time. Refreshments will be served. […] |
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Scary Story Contest: DEADLINE!
Youth & TeenPlease submit your stories as a PDF document to youth@cedarfallslibrary.org by 11:59 pm on October 23rd so they can be considered for the contest.Submission length can vary, but it shouldn't be over 5 pages long. Submit your scariest story to our contest for a chance to win a prize! Prizes will be provided in the K […]
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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! Sponsored by the […]
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Youth, Ages 7-12, Storytime CornerIn Makers and Mythology, kids will discover myths and folktales from around the world, then bring them to life through fun maker challenges and crafts. Build, […] |
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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 Storytime Corner.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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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 skills that will help them become future readers. After storytime, join us for a free play session. For babies 0-23 months Youth. Sponsored by the Friends […]
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Youth, Ages 9-12, Registration Required, 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. October's book is "Thirteens" by Kate Alice Marshall. You can pick up a copy at the Youth Desk starting October 1st.To […]
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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! Bring in supplies you love and are comfortable with or feel free to use any of the physical or digital art supplies provided. Prompts will […]
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About the event:It's a monthly community discussion where adults can: Talk openly about death, aging, end-of-life planning, caregiving, and griefLearn simple, practical information in plain languageAsk questions and build community in a safe, non-judgemental spaceWhat to expectGentle, respectful conversationNo agenda, pressure, or judgementQuestions are welcomePractical education and resourcesLearn from others and share only if you wishA […] |
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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 limited number of copies will be available to borrow at the Reference desk beginning one month prior to the meeting date.This month's selection is 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. For preschoolers, ages 3-5.Youth Funded by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
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Youth, Ages 8-12, CoLab, 2nd FloorGet ready to mix, stir, and create spooky science! In this hands-on program, kids will become scientists and make their own oozing Creature Slime, Dancing Potion Beads that rise and fall like magical bubbles, and create a Monster Foam eruption that’s sure to amaze. Messy, magical, and full of surprises—these creepy […]
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Youth Department. 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
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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 other people who share this interest with you! We will be holding this club every last Tuesday of the month. Every meeting will be held […] |
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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 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 Public […]
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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 Skull String Art Take and […]
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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: Spooky Shrinky Dink JewelryCo-Lab.Youth. Ages 6-12. Sponsored by The Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
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Join us for a community-wide discussion of Brian Goldstone’s There Is No Place for Us: Working and Homeless in America, a powerful work of narrative nonfiction about five families struggling to remain housed while working in a rapidly changing city. The book explores the rise of “working homelessness” and the pressures created by rising rents, low-wage […] |
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Youth, Families.Community Center.Join us for a fun, spooky party at the library. There will be games, crafts, dancing, a costume contest, and more!Sponsored by The Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library. Youth, Families.Community Center. |
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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! Sponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
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Teen Room.Join us after hours for an evening of treats (and maybe a few tricks)! Our Teen Advisory Board will be hosting an after hours party to get you in the spooky mood! Choose your path for the night by making a custom mask, playing fun games or relaxing while watching some classic spooky flicks. […] |
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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. |
