Cedar Rapids Public Library Downtown

Upcoming Events at Cedar Rapids Public Library Downtown

• Winter Fairy Village

  Help decorate a winter fairy village at the library before heading out to Greene Square to enjoy the annual Tree Lighting. All ages welcome! 2025-11-12 16:30:00 -0600

  12/06

  3:30 p.m.

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• Early Learning Story Time at the Downtown Library

  Join us for a fun-filled story time for children ages 2-5, featuring stories, songs, parachute play, and bubbles! 2025-12-09 10:30:00 -0600

  12/09

  10:00 a.m.

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• Baby & Toddler Story Time at the Downtown Library

  Join us for this 15-minute story and song program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 45-minute playtime. This program helps strengthen babies’ and toddlers' foundation for literacy with rhymes, rhythm, repetition, story, and movement. 2025-12-10 10:30:00 -0600

  12/10

  10:00 a.m.

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• Dungeons & Dragons

  Our tables meet weekly for adventure and excitement. Handbooks (2014) and dice are provided. Bring your first-level character and your imagination, and be ready to dive in. Character creation and game tutorials are available for new players. All ages and experience levels welcome. We are also looking for Dungeon Masters looking to start a table of their own. 2025-12-10 18:30:00 -0600

  12/10

  4:30 p.m.

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• Cedar Rapids Chess Club

  Learn chess, advance your knowledge of the game, or teach others at this club for all ages. Visit chessiniowa.org for more information. 2025-12-10 19:30:00 -0600

  12/10

  5:30 p.m.

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• Sensory Story Time

  Designed for attendees with multi-sensory needs, including low lights, reduced sounds, and opportunities for social interaction and play. 2025-12-11 10:30:00 -0600

  12/11

  10:00 a.m.

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• Tango Práctica

  Learn the basic steps of tango and grow your skills in an encouraging, welcoming group. No partner required. Smooth-soled shoes recommended. 2025-12-11 19:30:00 -0600

  12/11

  6:00 p.m.

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• Music Medley with the Collins Aerospace Band

  Enjoy an hour of music provided by Collins Aerospace's Concert Band. The band will play a medley of holiday and patriotic music with a splash of “Hello Dolly” and ABBA. 2025-11-12 19:30:00 -0600

  12/11

  6:30 p.m.

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• Holiday Express Maker Hours

  Need to complete or make a last-minute holiday gift? Register for this event and get assistance with your project from one of our Maker Space librarians. Register for Dec. 12: https://www.crlibrary.org/event/holiday-express-maker-hours-7367 Register for Dec. 19: https://www.crlibrary.org/event/holiday-express-maker-hours-7368 2025-10-30 12:30:00 -0500

  12/12

  9:30 a.m.

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• Expressive Arts with Tanager at the Downtown Library

  From theatre games and clay sculptures to creative movement and ukulele songs, this program is about processing, feeling, and healing through the arts. Geared to pre-K to second graders. 2025-12-12 11:00:00 -0600

  12/12

  10:00 a.m.

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• Saturday Story Time: Special Guest Ms. Carly from Music Together

  Celebrate the sounds of the season in this joyful holiday music class with special guest Ms. Carly from Orchestra Iowa's Music Together. Children will sing, dance, and play instruments to favorite winter and holiday songs from around the world. 2025-10-22 10:30:00 -0500

  12/13

  10:00 a.m.

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• Socially Anxious Hangout Group

  Are you socially anxious, introverted, new in town, or just looking for an easy way to meet new people? Join us to play board games and have fun! Snacks provided. This group is designed for young adults ages 18-40. 2025-10-30 15:00:00 -0500

  12/13

  1:00 p.m.

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