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National Oreo Cookie Day Challenge
Pick up an Oreo roster from the teen room any time between February 16th and March 5th and fill it out for a chance to win the grand Oreo prize basket!Library staff will determine their favorites and the teen's roster that is closest to the winning one will win! Rosters are due back to the […]
Peeps Diorama Contest
Youth & TeenGet creative and bring your favorite stories to life - Peeps style! Enter our Peeps Diorama Contest and turn those sugary treats into the stars of your very own shoe-box-sized scene come to life!Can either pick up entry forms at the Youth Department desk or complete online Google Form.Theme: Choose any book, movie, […]
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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DIY Pressed Flower Creations! Join us in the Co-Lab as we use dried flowers to create custom coasters and bookmarks. No registration required. Location: Co-Lab 2nd floorAudience: AdultsSponsored by the Friends […] |
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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 help from Certified Advanced Resume Writer Stephanie Swilley |
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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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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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(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 […] |
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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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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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Co-Lab, 2nd FloorMeets the first Thursday of every month in the CoLab at 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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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 […]
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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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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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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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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 is: Freedom Writers(PG13), runtime 123minPick one or join us for all: read the book, watch the movie, join us for discussion.Open to teens ages 14+ […]
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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 Freedom Writers Diary by Erin Gruwell and The Freedom WritersPick one or join us for all: read the book, watch the movie, join us for […] |
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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 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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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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Letters From a Librarian PICK UP
Youth Department. The time has come! If you submitted a “Tell Fable About Yourself” sheet back in February, it is now time to come into the Youth department and pick up your special letter from Fable and their librarian friends along with some other special goodies! Pick up time will be at CFPL in the Youth […]
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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 […]
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Daifuku is a popular Japanese sweet made of soft mochi filled with sweet red bean paste. In this hands-on workshop, participants will make and enjoy daifuku, while also learning about […] |
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Youth K-3rd, 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 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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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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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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CoLab.Youth. Ages 8-12Love sweet treats? Join us at our Sweet Tooth program, where we make and eat our creations! We will learn to make no-bake strawberry cheesecake cups. Ages 8-12. […]
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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 […]
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Audience: AdultsLocation: Meeting Room Second floorSeven teams will compete to complete a 500 piece puzzle! Prizes for first and second place will be awarded. Sign up with teams of up […]
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Teen RoomJoin us in some tomfoolery at our hooley (Gaelic for party!) as we explore Gaelic lore in a fun way! Teens can expect crafts and treats as tasty as […] |
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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 […] |
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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! Ages 2+, Youth. […]
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Location: Meeting RoomMovie: On the Basis of SexRating: PG-13Length: 2 hrsAudience: AdultsGenre: Legal Drama, Biography, HistorySponsored by the Friends of the Cedar Falls Public Library.
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Storytime Corner Join us for a dive into the world of honey bees! Youth will read The Beeman book with Extension Program Coordinator, Shari, become worker bees by pollinating flowers, […]
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Teen Room. Tweens are invited to a special after-hours program at the library! Come play Mario Kart and enjoy pizza with some friends! Registration is required. For kids ages 9-12. Our safe […] |
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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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PEEPS Diorama Entries Accepted
Youth & TeenGet creative and bring your favorite stories to life - Peeps style! Enter our Peeps Diorama Contest and turn those sugary treats into the stars of your very own shoe-box-sized scene come to life!Can either pick up entry forms at the Youth Department desk or complete online Google Form.Theme: Choose any book, movie, TV […] |
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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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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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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: Beaded PlantCo-Lab.Youth. Ages […] |
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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 environment for adults to enjoy outside of the 9-5 workday schedule. March, 2026 6:30 p.m. Cedar Falls Community Center: Easels & Elixirs Paint & […] |
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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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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 resume and other application materials for your job applications! |
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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 for public voting. One vote per patron, per category. Voting must take place in person at the library.Winners will be announced on April 6, 2025!Youth […]
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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 artistry — all wrapped in timeless romance and vintage charm. Enjoy a thoughtfully curated menu reminiscent of an English countryside gathering, and create 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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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" - 2.5"-8". The submissions can be sent to us physically via the school van or in person, or participants can submit their design virtually by emailing […]
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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 […] |
3 events,
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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 […] |
2 events,
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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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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 […] |
