Hygge, the art of being comfy cozy, usually with a good book and a hot cup of tea.
Learn the art of hygge, the Danish word for everything cozy. We will have a brief discussion of hygge and a book display. The best way to understand hygge is to live it though. Join other comfort seekers to read and relax in the inviting atmosphere of Whipple Auditorium. There is plenty of room for everyone. Drop in any time between 2-4 pm. No need to arrive right on time. That’s not the hygge way.
The Downtown Library is located at 450 5th Avenue SE, in the heart of Downtown Cedar Rapids. It is a 94,000 square foot building with a variety of civic spaces and a vibrant collection of library materials. Special features of this location are the Whipple Auditorium, a 200 seat auditorium overlooking Greene Square; and the LivingLearning Roof, a green roof with public seating and space to hold special events. Roasters Café is located in the Downtown Library, providing a full service coffee shop for visitors, as well as catering for meetings and special events.