Cedar Rapids Public Library Downtown

Upcoming Events at Cedar Rapids Public Library Downtown

• Night Sky Viewing on the Roof with Cedar Amateur Astronomers

  Dress in your coziest gear to view the night sky from the library's roof. Cedar Amateur Astronomers will be here with telescopes to help patrons view the night sky. This program is dependent on weather and the safety of the library's roof due to precipitation. Registration is suggested to be notified of program changes: https://www.crlibrary.org/event/night-sky-viewing-roof-cedar-amateur-astronomers-13270 2026-10-06 19:30:00 -0500

  11/02

  6:30 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, movement, and bubbles! 2026-11-03 10:00:00 -0600

  11/03

  9:30 a.m.

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• Between the Covers Book Club

  If you enjoy reading and good conversation in a relaxed atmosphere, this book group that meets the first Tuesday of each month is for you. Sept. 1: "Happy Land" by Dolen Perkins-Valdez Oct. 6: "The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife" by Anna Johnston Nov. 3: "The Briar Club" by Kate Quinn 2026-11-03 11:00:00 -0600

  11/03

  10:00 a.m.

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• Teen Maker Club

  Teens will learn skills related to our Maker Spaces and equipment, such as the 3D printer, Cricut, sewing, and an introduction to basic designs using computer software. Sept. 1: 3D Printing Oct. 6: Laser Cutters Nov. 3: Sewing 2026-11-03 17:30:00 -0600

  11/03

  4:00 p.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. 2026-11-04 10:30:00 -0600

  11/04

  9:30 a.m.

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• Tai Chi for Older Adults

  Learn and practice the gentle forms of tai chi in this 12-week series with Bryan Bruner of Heritage Area Agency on Aging. Skills will build on each other from the first session to the last. 2026-11-04 14:00:00 -0600

  11/04

  1:00 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. 2026-11-04 19:30:00 -0600

  11/04

  5:30 p.m.

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• Teen Makers & Gamers

  Get competitive or come for the vibes at these after-school crafting and gaming activities for teens. Sept. 10: DIY Sensory bottles Sept. 24: Mario Racing Oct. 8: DIY Painted Ghosts Oct. 22: Race with Ozo Bots Nov. 5: DIY 3D Printed Fidgets Nov. 19: DIY Lava Lamps 2026-11-05 17:00:00 -0600

  11/05

  3:30 p.m.

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• Friends of the Cedar Rapids Public Library Big Fall Book Sale

  Purchase new or gently used books at the Friends of the Cedar Rapids Public Library's big fall book sale. Check out the large selection of books for all ages and interests, including giftables. Proceeds benefit the Friends, who support the library and literacy efforts in our community. 2026-10-07 17:00:00 -0500

  11/06

  9:00 a.m.

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• Friends of the Library Big Fall Book Sale

  Purchase new or gently used books at the Friends of the Cedar Rapids Public Library's big fall book sale. Check out the large selection of books for all ages and interests, including giftables. Proceeds benefit the Friends, who support the library and literacy efforts in our community. 2026-10-07 17:00:00 -0500

  11/08

  1:00 p.m.

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• Family LEGO & KEVA Building

  Builders are invited to construct and create with LEGO and KEVA blocks. Activities will include both challenges and free play. Geared to K-5th graders. 2026-11-09 18:30:00 -0600

  11/09

  5:30 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, movement, and bubbles! 2026-11-10 10:00:00 -0600

  11/10

  9:30 a.m.

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