Cedar Rapids Public Library

Upcoming Events at Cedar Rapids Public Library

• Gincy Hartin: It’s Cool to Be Kind

  Nationally acclaimed recording artist Gincy Hartin presents a show filled with original songs with meaningful and inspiring lyrics. Participants will sing, dance, and interact to songs such as "Cool To Be Kind," "Together," "We Can Change the World," and more. Gincy's original compositions take inspiration from pop, rock, and R&B, making this a library performance you've never experienced before! Monday, June 16, 10-11 am & 1-2 pm at the Downtown Library, Beems Auditorium and 3:30-4:30 pm at Ladd Library, Community Room Special Summer Performances: The Summer Reading program welcomes a series of big performances for kids to the library on Mondays throughout June and July. All performances are first-come, first-serve; wrist bands will be handed out one hour prior to each performance. The Summer Reading Challenge is generously supported by the Cedar Rapids Public Library Foundation, Hills Bank, GreenState Credit Union, The Gazette, and the Friends of the Cedar Rapids Public Library. Learn more about the Summer Reading Challenge at https://www.crlibrary.org/summer 2025-04-28 11:00:00 -0500

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  10:00 a.m.

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• Gincy Hartin: It’s Cool to Be Kind

  Nationally acclaimed recording artist Gincy Hartin presents a show filled with original songs with meaningful and inspiring lyrics. Participants will sing, dance, and interact to songs such as "Cool To Be Kind," "Together," "We Can Change the World," and more. Gincy's original compositions take inspiration from pop, rock, and R&B, making this a library performance you've never experienced before! Monday, June 16, 10-11 am & 1-2 pm at the Downtown Library, Beems Auditorium and 3:30-4:30 pm at Ladd Library, Community Room Special Summer Performances: The Summer Reading program welcomes a series of big performances for kids to the library on Mondays throughout June and July. All performances are first-come, first-serve; wrist bands will be handed out one hour prior to each performance. The Summer Reading Challenge is generously supported by the Cedar Rapids Public Library Foundation, Hills Bank, GreenState Credit Union, The Gazette, and the Friends of the Cedar Rapids Public Library. Learn more about the Summer Reading Challenge at https://www.crlibrary.org/summer 2025-04-28 14:00:00 -0500

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  1:00 p.m.

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• Family LEGO Night

  LEGOs are not just for kids! Get the whole family in on the action with free play and challenges using LEGOs and KEVA planks. 2025-05-08 19:00:00 -0500

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  6:00 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, and interactive activities. 2025-06-17 10:30:00 -0500

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  10:00 a.m.

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• 3-D Print Club

  Teens will learn how to use the 3D printer and Tinkercad to create their own 3D designs. They'll be able to learn at their own pace and set their creative direction. 2025-06-17 17:00:00 -0500

  6/17

  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. 2025-06-18 10:30:00 -0500

  6/18

  9:30 a.m.

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• Tree Benefits Presentation

  Join Trees Forever staff at the Cedar Rapids Public Library to learn about the importance of trees! During our presentation, we’ll dive deeper into the environmental, social, and economic benefits that urban trees provide us. 2025-05-29 11:30:00 -0500

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  11:00 a.m.

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• Tree Benefits Presentation

  Join Trees Forever staff at the Cedar Rapids Public Library to learn about the importance of trees! During our presentation, we’ll dive deeper into the environmental, social, and economic benefits that urban trees provide us. 2025-05-29 13:00:00 -0500

  6/18

  12:30 p.m.

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• Intergenerational Connections

  AbbeHealth Aging Services and Coe College will give an inside look at the Intergenerational Connections Program – a unique opportunity that pairs adults age 60+ with college students to build genuine, meaningful relationships across generations. Hear inspiring stories from past participants and learn how these connections are boosting mental well-being and creating lasting impact. 2025-05-14 14:00:00 -0500

  6/18

  1:00 p.m.

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• Dungeons & Dragons

  Adventures await! Bring your first-level character and be ready to dive in. All ages and experience levels welcome. We are also looking for Dungeon Masters to start tables. 2025-06-18 18:30:00 -0500

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  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. 2025-06-18 19:30:00 -0500

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  5:30 p.m.

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• Sensory Story Time

  This story time is designed for attendees with multi-sensory needs and includes low lights, reduced sounds, and opportunities for social interaction and play. With special guest Hopkins the therapy dog on June 12, July 10, & Aug. 7. 2025-06-19 10:30:00 -0500

  6/19

  10:00 a.m.

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