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• Preschool Story Time

  <div data-block-type="text"><p>Fun for kids and their caregivers!</p></div><div data-block-type="text"><p>Youth Services Librarian Alicia Mangin welcomes kids and their caregivers as she shares stories, songs, and fingerplays.</p><p>Preschool story Time will not meet on Monday, September 4.</p></div> 2023-11-06 10:30:00 -0600

  11/06/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Hiawatha Public Library

  Hiawatha

• Tuesday Tales

  <div data-block-type="text"><p>Fun for kids and their caregivers!</p></div><div data-block-type="text"><p>Youth Services Librarian Alicia Mangin welcomes kids and their caregivers as she shares stories, songs, and fingerplays.</p><p>This event will not meet on November 7.</p></div> 2023-11-06 10:30:00 -0600

  11/06/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Hiawatha Public Library

  Hiawatha

• Preschool Storytime

  <p>Join us for Preschool Storytime in the Youth Programming Room every Monday at 10:30 AM. Storytime includes books, songs, and activities geared towards children 3-6 years old and their caregivers! This fun early literacy activity is the perfect time to practice your child's social and listening skills before they enter a classroom setting!</p><p>*Children under the age of nine must be accompanied by a caregiver at all times in the Marion Public Library. Children learn by watching others, so please engage in the storytime activities and silence your mobile devices!</p><p>Please see the library's events calendar -- <a href="https://marionpubliclibrary.libnet.info/events">marionpubliclibrary.org/events</a> -- for the most up-to-date information regarding programming and events.</p> 2023-11-06 11:00:00 -0600

  11/06/23 @ 10:30 a.m.

  10:30 a.m.

  Marion Public Library

  Marion

• School Age STEAM Downtown: 3D Puzzles and Games

  <p>Watch a 3D printer in action and try out 3D printed puzzles and games.</p><p>At School Age STEAM events, learn about technology with hands-on games, art, and activities geared to kids in 2nd-5th grades.</p><p>Registration required:&nbsp;<a href="https://events.crlibrary.org/event/8807072?fbclid=IwAR0ONPR0Fh4o-NEO0K9lzilbZ-K1-dWltCwlZ3g2-tiEva4Ixx7rbkHpEEA" rel="nofollow noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://events.crlibrary.org/event/8807072</a></p> 2023-07-27 19:00:00 -0500

  11/06/23 @ 5:30 p.m.

  5:30 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

• Early Learning Story Time at the Downtown Library

  <p>Join us for a fun-filled story time for children ages 2-5, featuring stories, songs, and interactive activities.</p> 2023-11-07 10:30:00 -0600

  11/07/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

• Adam Rake: World Lines

  <h5>Adam Rake: World Lines</h5><p>September 9, 2023 – January 7, 2024</p><p>Iowa City artist Adam Rake explores the complex ways in which the meaning of a work of art changes over time as technology and culture evolve. &nbsp;To convey this theme, Rake draws on the precedent of historical artworks but filters them through his own unique lens. &nbsp;He utilizes his printmaking experience to distort, alter, and augment the original images into something entirely new. &nbsp;Through these works, he considers the ever-changing relationship between contemporary culture and the work of art. &nbsp;</p> 2023-11-07 16:00:00 -0600

  11/07/23 @ 12:00 p.m.

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

• Lego Play

  <p>Let your imagination run wild during Lego Play! We'll have a variety of Legos available for free play. This program is for elementary aged patrons; patrons aged nine and under will need a parent in the area.</p> 2023-11-07 17:30:00 -0600

  11/07/23 @ 4:00 p.m.

  4:00 p.m.

  Marion Public Library

  Marion

• Baby Storytime

  <p>Join us for Baby Storytime in the Youth Programming Room every Wednesday at 9:30 AM. Storytime includes books, songs, and activities geared towards babies newborn - 18 months old and their caregivers! This fun early literacy activity is the perfect time to practice reading and interacting with your child at the earliest stages!</p><p>*Children under the age of nine must be accompanied by a caregiver at all times in the Marion Public Library. Children learn by watching others, so please engage in the storytime activities and silence your mobile devices!</p><p>Please see the library's events calendar -- <a href="https://marionpubliclibrary.libnet.info/events">marionpubliclibrary.org/events</a> -- for the most up-to-date information regarding programming and events.</p> 2023-11-08 10:00:00 -0600

  11/08/23 @ 9:30 a.m.

  9:30 a.m.

  Marion Public Library

  Marion

• Baby and Toddler Story Time

  <p>Join us for this 15-minute story and song program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 45-minute playtime.</p> 2023-11-08 10:30:00 -0600

  11/08/23 @ 9:30 a.m.

  9:30 a.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

• Expressive Arts

  <p>A blend of stories, movement, art, music, and drama!</p><p>Join us for a story time that provides children with tools to better handle their feelings or inner conflicts. This program is presented in collaboration with Tanager Place.</p> 2023-11-08 10:30:00 -0600

  11/08/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Hiawatha Public Library

  Hiawatha

• Toddler Time

  <p>Join us for Toddler Time in the Youth Programming Room every Wednesday at 10:30 AM. Storytime includes books, songs, and activities geared towards children 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers! This fun early literacy activity is the perfect time to practice your child's literacy skills while socializing with other children!</p><p>*Children under the age of nine must be accompanied by a caregiver at all times in the Marion Public Library. Children learn by watching others, so please engage in the storytime activities and silence your mobile devices!</p><p>Please see the library's events calendar -- <a href="https://marionpubliclibrary.libnet.info/events">marionpubliclibrary.org/events</a> -- for the most up-to-date information regarding programming and events.</p> 2023-11-08 11:00:00 -0600

  11/08/23 @ 10:30 a.m.

  10:30 a.m.

  Marion Public Library

  Marion

• Adam Rake: World Lines

  <h5>Adam Rake: World Lines</h5><p>September 9, 2023 – January 7, 2024</p><p>Iowa City artist Adam Rake explores the complex ways in which the meaning of a work of art changes over time as technology and culture evolve. &nbsp;To convey this theme, Rake draws on the precedent of historical artworks but filters them through his own unique lens. &nbsp;He utilizes his printmaking experience to distort, alter, and augment the original images into something entirely new. &nbsp;Through these works, he considers the ever-changing relationship between contemporary culture and the work of art. &nbsp;</p> 2023-11-08 16:00:00 -0600

  11/08/23 @ 12:00 p.m.

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

• Sensory Story Time

  <p>This story time is designed for attendees with multi-sensory needs including low lights, reduced sounds, and opportunities for social interaction and play. Designed for children ages 2-5 years, but all ages welcome. This story time will happen each Thursday this fall at the Downtown Library except for Thanksgiving, Nov. 23.</p> 2023-11-09 10:30:00 -0600

  11/09/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

• Adam Rake: World Lines

  <h5>Adam Rake: World Lines</h5><p>September 9, 2023 – January 7, 2024</p><p>Iowa City artist Adam Rake explores the complex ways in which the meaning of a work of art changes over time as technology and culture evolve. &nbsp;To convey this theme, Rake draws on the precedent of historical artworks but filters them through his own unique lens. &nbsp;He utilizes his printmaking experience to distort, alter, and augment the original images into something entirely new. &nbsp;Through these works, he considers the ever-changing relationship between contemporary culture and the work of art. &nbsp;</p> 2023-11-09 20:00:00 -0600

  11/09/23 @ 12:00 p.m.

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

• Adam Rake: World Lines

  <h5>Adam Rake: World Lines</h5><p>September 9, 2023 – January 7, 2024</p><p>Iowa City artist Adam Rake explores the complex ways in which the meaning of a work of art changes over time as technology and culture evolve. &nbsp;To convey this theme, Rake draws on the precedent of historical artworks but filters them through his own unique lens. &nbsp;He utilizes his printmaking experience to distort, alter, and augment the original images into something entirely new. &nbsp;Through these works, he considers the ever-changing relationship between contemporary culture and the work of art. &nbsp;</p> 2023-11-10 16:00:00 -0600

  11/10/23 @ 12:00 p.m.

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

• Kid Connect Playgroup

  <p><strong>Saturdays</strong></p><p><strong>September 30-Novermber 18</strong></p><p><strong>9-10:30am</strong></p><p>Come join this fun playgroup series designed for families with young children.</p><p>Sign up link: <a data-id="l-1226792138" href="https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMUAeJ4zDZKhkuGm0wXYy-UleVOPXP2XHkXU3BRhmLoXY0OA/viewform" rel="nofollow" target="_blank">https://docs.google.com/forms/d/e/1FAIpQLScMUAeJ4zDZKhkuGm0wXYy-UleVOPXP2XHkXU3BRhmLoXY0OA/viewform</a></p> 2023-11-11 10:30:00 -0600

  11/11/23 @ 9:00 a.m.

  9:00 a.m.

  Ely Public Library

  Ely

• Adam Rake: World Lines

  <h5>Adam Rake: World Lines</h5><p>September 9, 2023 – January 7, 2024</p><p>Iowa City artist Adam Rake explores the complex ways in which the meaning of a work of art changes over time as technology and culture evolve. &nbsp;To convey this theme, Rake draws on the precedent of historical artworks but filters them through his own unique lens. &nbsp;He utilizes his printmaking experience to distort, alter, and augment the original images into something entirely new. &nbsp;Through these works, he considers the ever-changing relationship between contemporary culture and the work of art. &nbsp;</p> 2023-11-12 16:00:00 -0600

  11/12/23 @ 12:00 p.m.

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

• Preschool Story Time

  <div data-block-type="text"><p>Fun for kids and their caregivers!</p></div><div data-block-type="text"><p>Youth Services Librarian Alicia Mangin welcomes kids and their caregivers as she shares stories, songs, and fingerplays.</p><p>Preschool story Time will not meet on Monday, September 4.</p></div> 2023-11-13 10:30:00 -0600

  11/13/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Hiawatha Public Library

  Hiawatha

• Tuesday Tales

  <div data-block-type="text"><p>Fun for kids and their caregivers!</p></div><div data-block-type="text"><p>Youth Services Librarian Alicia Mangin welcomes kids and their caregivers as she shares stories, songs, and fingerplays.</p><p>This event will not meet on November 7.</p></div> 2023-11-13 10:30:00 -0600

  11/13/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Hiawatha Public Library

  Hiawatha

• Early Learning Story Time at Ladd Library

  <p>Join us for a fun-filled story time for children ages 2-5, featuring stories, songs, and interactive activities.</p> 2023-07-17 10:30:00 -0500

  11/13/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Ladd Library

  Cedar Rapids

• Preschool Storytime

  <p>Join us for Preschool Storytime in the Youth Programming Room every Monday at 10:30 AM. Storytime includes books, songs, and activities geared towards children 3-6 years old and their caregivers! This fun early literacy activity is the perfect time to practice your child's social and listening skills before they enter a classroom setting!</p><p>*Children under the age of nine must be accompanied by a caregiver at all times in the Marion Public Library. Children learn by watching others, so please engage in the storytime activities and silence your mobile devices!</p><p>Please see the library's events calendar -- <a href="https://marionpubliclibrary.libnet.info/events">marionpubliclibrary.org/events</a> -- for the most up-to-date information regarding programming and events.</p> 2023-11-13 11:00:00 -0600

  11/13/23 @ 10:30 a.m.

  10:30 a.m.

  Marion Public Library

  Marion

• School Age STEAM at Ladd: 3D Puzzles and Games

  <p>Watch a 3D printer in action and try out 3D printed puzzles and games.</p><p>At School Age STEAM events, learn about technology with hands-on games, art, and activities geared to kids in 2nd-5th grades.</p><p>Registration required:&nbsp;<a href="https://events.crlibrary.org/event/8816912?fbclid=IwAR25rSAOItng30PlpbTwHnN9CSDduv_DKYl8nMHpNVy4pDbtDApQbWBAh3Y" rel="nofollow noreferrer" tabindex="0" target="_blank">https://events.crlibrary.org/event/8816912</a></p> 2023-07-28 17:30:00 -0500

  11/13/23 @ 4:30 p.m.

  4:30 p.m.

  Ladd Library

  Cedar Rapids

• Paws to Read

  <p>Share a story with a four-legged friend!</p><p>Gain reading confidence with the help of a furry friend! Who let the dogs in? Join us for this popular reading program that pairs emerging readers with certified Therapy International dogs. Pull up a book and a dog and let the magic begin.</p> 2023-11-13 19:00:00 -0600

  11/13/23 @ 6:30 p.m.

  6:30 p.m.

  Hiawatha Public Library

  Hiawatha

• Early Learning Story Time at the Downtown Library

  <p>Join us for a fun-filled story time for children ages 2-5, featuring stories, songs, and interactive activities.</p> 2023-11-14 10:30:00 -0600

  11/14/23 @ 10:00 a.m.

  10:00 a.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

• Adam Rake: World Lines

  <h5>Adam Rake: World Lines</h5><p>September 9, 2023 – January 7, 2024</p><p>Iowa City artist Adam Rake explores the complex ways in which the meaning of a work of art changes over time as technology and culture evolve. &nbsp;To convey this theme, Rake draws on the precedent of historical artworks but filters them through his own unique lens. &nbsp;He utilizes his printmaking experience to distort, alter, and augment the original images into something entirely new. &nbsp;Through these works, he considers the ever-changing relationship between contemporary culture and the work of art. &nbsp;</p> 2023-11-14 16:00:00 -0600

  11/14/23 @ 12:00 p.m.

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids

• Art & Craft Time

  <p>On the 2nd Tuesday of every month, between 6:30-7:30 p.m. MPL will have art and crafting supplies available for kids to use. This will be a passive program, so patrons can drop in for 15 minutes or stay the whole hour!</p><p>Please see the library's events calendar -- <a href="https://marionpubliclibrary.libnet.info/events">marionpubliclibrary.org/events</a> -- for the most up-to-date information regarding programming and events.<br><br><br></p><p><br></p> 2023-11-14 19:30:00 -0600

  11/14/23 @ 6:30 p.m.

  6:30 p.m.

  Marion Public Library

  Marion

• Baby Storytime

  <p>Join us for Baby Storytime in the Youth Programming Room every Wednesday at 9:30 AM. Storytime includes books, songs, and activities geared towards babies newborn - 18 months old and their caregivers! This fun early literacy activity is the perfect time to practice reading and interacting with your child at the earliest stages!</p><p>*Children under the age of nine must be accompanied by a caregiver at all times in the Marion Public Library. Children learn by watching others, so please engage in the storytime activities and silence your mobile devices!</p><p>Please see the library's events calendar -- <a href="https://marionpubliclibrary.libnet.info/events">marionpubliclibrary.org/events</a> -- for the most up-to-date information regarding programming and events.</p> 2023-11-15 10:00:00 -0600

  11/15/23 @ 9:30 a.m.

  9:30 a.m.

  Marion Public Library

  Marion

• Baby and Toddler Story Time

  <p>Join us for this 15-minute story and song program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 45-minute playtime.</p> 2023-11-15 10:30:00 -0600

  11/15/23 @ 9:30 a.m.

  9:30 a.m.

  Cedar Rapids Public Library

  Cedar Rapids

• Toddler Time

  <p>Join us for Toddler Time in the Youth Programming Room every Wednesday at 10:30 AM. Storytime includes books, songs, and activities geared towards children 18 months to 3 years old and their caregivers! This fun early literacy activity is the perfect time to practice your child's literacy skills while socializing with other children!</p><p>*Children under the age of nine must be accompanied by a caregiver at all times in the Marion Public Library. Children learn by watching others, so please engage in the storytime activities and silence your mobile devices!</p><p>Please see the library's events calendar -- <a href="https://marionpubliclibrary.libnet.info/events">marionpubliclibrary.org/events</a> -- for the most up-to-date information regarding programming and events.</p> 2023-11-15 11:00:00 -0600

  11/15/23 @ 10:30 a.m.

  10:30 a.m.

  Marion Public Library

  Marion

• Adam Rake: World Lines

  <h5>Adam Rake: World Lines</h5><p>September 9, 2023 – January 7, 2024</p><p>Iowa City artist Adam Rake explores the complex ways in which the meaning of a work of art changes over time as technology and culture evolve. &nbsp;To convey this theme, Rake draws on the precedent of historical artworks but filters them through his own unique lens. &nbsp;He utilizes his printmaking experience to distort, alter, and augment the original images into something entirely new. &nbsp;Through these works, he considers the ever-changing relationship between contemporary culture and the work of art. &nbsp;</p> 2023-11-15 16:00:00 -0600

  11/15/23 @ 12:00 p.m.

  12:00 p.m.

  Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

  Cedar Rapids