Cedar Rapids Public Library Downtown

Upcoming Events at Cedar Rapids Public Library Downtown

• 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. 2026-10-26 18:30:00 -0500

  10/26

  5:30 p.m.

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• Steeped in Books

  Bring your favorite mug and enjoy a cuppa while discussing books with fellow readers at our new book club. Whether you enjoy herbals and mysteries, or green tea and histories, the library will provide hot water, disposable cups, and a few simple tea options. 2026-10-26 19:30:00 -0500

  10/26

  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! 2026-10-27 10:00:00 -0500

  10/27

  9:30 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. 2026-10-28 10:30:00 -0500

  10/28

  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. 2026-10-28 14:00:00 -0500

  10/28

  1:00 p.m.

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• Dungeons & Dragons

  Our tables meet weekly for adventure and excitement. Handbooks (5th and 5.5 editions) and dice are provided. Bring your third-level character and your imagination and be ready to dive in. Character creation and game tutorials are available for new players 30 minutes before game time. All ages and experience levels welcome. We are also looking for Dungeon Masters looking to start a table of their own. 2026-10-28 19:30:00 -0500

  10/28

  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. 2026-10-28 19:30:00 -0500

  10/28

  5:30 p.m.

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• “Catching Fire” Movie Showing & Costume Contest

  Join us to watch our way through the original “Hunger Games” movies this fall, culminating on Saturday, Nov. 14 with a program featuring “Hunger Games”-themed activities and crafts in anticipation of the film adaptation release of “Sunrise on the Reaping.” All showings will be in Whipple Auditorium at the Downtown Library. “The Hunger Games” Movie Showing (PG-13) Saturday, Oct. 24, 1-3:30 pm “Catching Fire” Movie Showing & Costume Contest (PG-13) Dressing up encouraged, and we will host a costume contest during the movie. Registration required for costume contest only: https://www.crlibrary.org/.../hunger-games-catching-fire... Saturday, Oct. 31, 1-4 pm “Mockingjay, Part 1” Movie Showing (PG-13) Tuesday, Nov. 10, 5:30-7:30 pm “Mockingjay, Part 2” Moving Showing (PG-13) Thursday, Nov. 12, 5-7:30 pm Library Hunger Games You know the story, now it's time to put your knowledge to the test. Try your hand at each of the Arena Training Stations and see if you have what it takes to impress the Gamemaker and secure your victory. May the odds be ever in your favor! Saturday, Nov. 14, 1-3 pm Downtown Library, Beems and Whipple auditoriums 2026-10-01 16:00:00 -0500

  10/31

  1:00 p.m.

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• 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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