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Mad Hatter's Tea Party

What Character are You?

Alice in Wonderland themed activities for the whole family at the library this morning!

Which Alice in Wonderland character are you?  Stop in the Commons at one of our Wonderland Stations for a digital quiz - before you head down the rabbit hole!

AGE GROUP: | Everyone |

EVENT TYPE: | Play | Learn | Connect |

TAGS: | Play | Create | Connect | Books | Alice in Wonderland |

Downtown Library
Phone: 319.261.READ
Hours
Mon, Apr 21 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Apr 22 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Apr 23 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Apr 24 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Apr 25 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Apr 26 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Apr 27 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

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.

Upcoming Events

Baby and Toddler Story Time
Fri, Apr 25, 9:30am - 10:30am
Ladd Library - Community Room
A 15-minute story and song program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 45-minute playtime.
English Conversation Group - in the Opportunity Center Classroom
Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Learn and practice English for free at the library!
Expressive Arts With Tanager
Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
Arts, movement, and music for youth and their caregivers. This program is geared to pre-K to second graders.
Tai Chi for Older Adults
Fri, Apr 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium B
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.
Corridor Games on Demand - Community Game Day
Sat, Apr 26, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
Downtown Library - Conference Room
Come play some tabletop games with us! Bring your favorite indie RPG to share with the group or try a new game that one of our GMs has prepared. No experience necessary.
Cancelled
Socially Anxious Hangout Group
Sat, Apr 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Downtown Library
Are you socially anxious, introverted, new in town, or just looking for an easy way to meet new people? Join us to play board games and have fun! (Knowing how to play games is not required.)
House Plant Swap
Sat, Apr 26, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium A/B
Looking to trade houseplants that don't bring you joy anymore? Bring in your healthy plants or rooted cuttings for the library's semi-annual plant swap.
Early Learning Story Time
Mon, Apr 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ladd Library - Community Room
Story time for young children with stories, songs, and other interactive activities.
Future Forward: Skills for Career Success
Mon, Apr 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Get ready to unlock your potential and take the next step in your career.
Social Games for Older Adults: Bingo!
Mon, Apr 28, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ladd Library - Community Room
Join us for a free community game of Bingo! First come, first play, with all necessary materials provided. There is no contribution, monetary or otherwise, required to play.
Computer Skills Training - with IowaWORKS
Mon, Apr 28, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Learn new computer skills or gain additional experience on current skills with IowaWORKS and the Northstar Computer Literacy program.
LEGO & KEVA Plank Club
Mon, Apr 28, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
Builders are invited to construct and create with LEGO and KEVA blocks. Activities will include both challenges and free play. Geared towards K-5th students.
Craft Your Perfect Resume - in the Opportunity Center Classroom
Tue, Apr 29, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Review basics ideas on how to present your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a professional way on a resume to capture the attention of potential employers.
Early Learning Story Time
Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
Join us for a fun-filled story time for children ages 2-5. This high-energy story times features stories, songs, parachute play, and bubbles!
Maker Spaces Open House
Tue, Apr 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Downtown Library - Maker Room,Technology Classroom
See our Maker Spaces and watch the machines in action! Staff will be available to answer questions about the spaces and how to set up Maker appointments.
Baby and Toddler Story Time
Wed, Apr 30, 9:30am - 10:30am
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
A 15-minute story and song program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 45-minute playtime.
Future Forward: Skills for Career Success
Wed, Apr 30, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Get ready to unlock your potential and take the next step in your career!
Financial Foundations - with First Interstate Bank!
Wed, Apr 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Financial Education Programs gives you the resources you can need to achieve financial freedom.
Job Readiness & English Conversation Group - in the Opportunity Center Classroom
Wed, Apr 30, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Learn and practice English for free at the library.
CR Chess Club
Wed, Apr 30, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium A
A relaxed, casual session playing this great universal game.
Expressive Arts With Tanager
Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Ladd Library - Community Room
Arts, movement, and music for youth and their caregivers. This program is geared to pre-K to second graders.
Sensory Story Time
Thu, May 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
Children and caregivers are invited to a story time that is designed for attendees with multi-sensory needs including low lights, reduced sounds, and opportunities for social interaction and play.
Civil Rights Commission Community Office Hours
Thu, May 01, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Downtown Library - Commons
Chat with staff of the Civil Rights Commission about your concerns and questions.
Searching and Applying for Jobs Online - in the Opportunity Center Classroom
Thu, May 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
The internet has become an essential part of any job search, but with so many resources as well as scams, it can be difficult to know where to even begin. This workshop can help!
Cedar Rapids Public Library Board of Trustees
Thu, May 01, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Downtown Library - Conference Room
The Cedar Rapids Public Library Board of Trustees meets the first Thursday of each month at 4 pm for their regular meeting.
Baby and Toddler Story Time
Fri, May 02, 9:30am - 10:30am
Ladd Library - Community Room
A 15-minute story and song program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 45-minute playtime.
English Conversation Group - in the Opportunity Center Classroom
Fri, May 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Learn and practice English for free at the library!
Tai Chi for Older Adults
Fri, May 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium B
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.
Expressive Arts With Tanager
Fri, May 02, 10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
Arts, movement, and music for youth and their caregivers. This program is geared to pre-K to second graders.
School's Out: Crafts & Games
Fri, May 02, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Downtown Library - Union
When school is out, come to the library! Teens and tweens ages 11-18 are invited to an hour of crafts, games, free books and more.
Superhero Story Time
Sat, May 03, 10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
Read stories, sing, and dance at our superhero-themed story time!
Superhero Day!
Sat, May 03, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium A/B,Whipple Auditorium
Come dressed as your favorite superhero and use your superpowers to complete fun challenges, activities, and crafts!
Early Learning Story Time
Mon, May 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ladd Library - Community Room
Story time for young children with stories, songs, and other interactive activities.
Future Forward: Skills for Career Success
Mon, May 05, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Get ready to unlock your potential and take the next step in your career.
Computer Skills Training - with IowaWORKS
Mon, May 05, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Learn new computer skills or gain additional experience on current skills with IowaWORKS and the Northstar Computer Literacy program.
LEGO & KEVA Plank Club
Mon, May 05, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
Builders are invited to construct and create with LEGO and KEVA blocks. Activities will include both challenges and free play. Geared towards K-5th students.
Craft Your Perfect Resume - in the Opportunity Center Classroom
Tue, May 06, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Review basics ideas on how to present your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a professional way on a resume to capture the attention of potential employers.
Early Learning Story Time
Tue, May 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
Join us for a fun-filled story time for children ages 2-5. This high-energy story times features stories, songs, parachute play, and bubbles!
Between the Covers Book Club
Tue, May 06, 10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Library - Unconference Room
Reading and good conversation in a relaxed atmosphere.
Teen 3D Print Club
Tue, May 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Downtown Library - Technology Classroom
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.
Murder Mystery Club - Work Together to Solve a Crime
Tue, May 06, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ladd Library - Community Room
Calling all true crime and murder mystery fans. Put on your detective hat and join other sleuths to solve a mystery at the library.
Baby and Toddler Story Time
Wed, May 07, 9:30am - 10:30am
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
A 15-minute story and song program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 45-minute playtime.
Future Forward: Skills for Career Success
Wed, May 07, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Get ready to unlock your potential and take the next step in your career!
Financial Foundations - with First Interstate Bank!
Wed, May 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Financial Education Programs gives you the resources you can need to achieve financial freedom.
Dungeons & Dragons - Gaming Club
Wed, May 07, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium A
Adventurers await! Bring your Level 1, Fifth Edition character and see what adventures unfold. Continue questing to level up your character and see what mysteries you may uncover.
Job Readiness & English Conversation Group - in the Opportunity Center Classroom
Wed, May 07, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Learn and practice English for free at the library.
CR Chess Club
Wed, May 07, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium B
A relaxed, casual session playing this great universal game.
Sensory Story Time
Thu, May 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
Children and caregivers are invited to a story time that is designed for attendees with multi-sensory needs including low lights, reduced sounds, and opportunities for social interaction and play.
How to Impress in your Job Interview - with Goodwill of the Heartland
Thu, May 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Practice common interview questions, improve your impromptu conversations skills, and talk about the “unwritten rules” of interviewing.
Pied Piper - Brass Quintet
Fri, May 09, 9:30am - 10:15am
Downtown Library - Whipple Auditorium
Music concert presented by Orchestra Iowa and designed for preschool age children.
Baby and Toddler Story Time
Fri, May 09, 9:30am - 10:30am
Ladd Library - Community Room
A 15-minute story and song program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 45-minute playtime.
English Conversation Group - in the Opportunity Center Classroom
Fri, May 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Learn and practice English for free at the library!
Tai Chi for Older Adults
Fri, May 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium B
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.
Pied Piper - Brass Quintet
Fri, May 09, 10:30am - 11:15am
Downtown Library - Whipple Auditorium
Music concert presented by Orchestra Iowa and designed for preschool age children.
Civil Rights Commission Pop Up
Fri, May 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Downtown Library - Commons
The Civil Rights Commission will bring an interactive activity to the library Commons.
Exploring Wild Edibles
Sat, May 10, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium B
Linn County Conservation will lead an introduction to the many wild edibles that grow in our area, focusing on safety, identifying a few basic plants, and ethical harvest.
Early Learning Story Time
Mon, May 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ladd Library - Community Room
Story time for young children with stories, songs, and other interactive activities.
Future Forward: Skills for Career Success
Mon, May 12, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Get ready to unlock your potential and take the next step in your career.
Computer Skills Training - with IowaWORKS
Mon, May 12, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Learn new computer skills or gain additional experience on current skills with IowaWORKS and the Northstar Computer Literacy program.
School's Out: Crafts & Games
Mon, May 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Downtown Library - Union
When school is out, come to the library! Teens and tweens ages 11-18 are invited to an hour of crafts, games, free books and more.
Craft Your Perfect Resume - in the Opportunity Center Classroom
Tue, May 13, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Review basics ideas on how to present your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a professional way on a resume to capture the attention of potential employers.
Early Learning Story Time
Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
Join us for a fun-filled story time for children ages 2-5. This high-energy story times features stories, songs, parachute play, and bubbles!
Scrapbooking Club
Tue, May 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Ladd Library - Community Room
Learn scrapbooking techniques including photo layout, page design, embellishment, and journaling in a welcoming environment.
Book Lovers Book Club
Tue, May 13, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ladd Library - Community Room
Newcomers always welcome to this general interest book club.
Future Forward: Skills for Career Success
Wed, May 14, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Get ready to unlock your potential and take the next step in your career!
Financial Foundations - with First Interstate Bank!
Wed, May 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Financial Education Programs gives you the resources you can need to achieve financial freedom.
Trading Card Game Club - After-School Group
Wed, May 14, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
Downtown Library - Union
Put your card game skills to the test in a casual play environment. Magic The Gathering and Pokémon TCG cards provided.
Job Readiness & English Conversation Group - in the Opportunity Center Classroom
Wed, May 14, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Learn and practice English for free at the library.
CR Chess Club
Wed, May 14, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium B
A relaxed, casual session playing this great universal game.
Sensory Story Time
Thu, May 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
Children and caregivers are invited to a story time that is designed for attendees with multi-sensory needs including low lights, reduced sounds, and opportunities for social interaction and play.
Craft a Book Wreath
Thu, May 15, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium B
Join us to create a wreath out of old book pages.
Searching and Applying for Jobs Online - in the Opportunity Center Classroom
Thu, May 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
The internet has become an essential part of any job search, but with so many resources as well as scams, it can be difficult to know where to even begin. This workshop can help!
Read to Dogs
Thu, May 15, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Ladd Library - Community Room
Trained, certified therapy dogs provide companionship to emerging readers as they earn a free library book and bookmark. Everyone is welcome to read to the dogs. Stay for a performance at 7 p.m.!
Baby and Toddler Story Time
Fri, May 16, 9:30am - 10:30am
Ladd Library - Community Room
A 15-minute story and song program for newborns to three-year-olds, followed by a 45-minute playtime.
English Conversation Group - in the Opportunity Center Classroom
Fri, May 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Learn and practice English for free at the library!
Saturday Story Time: Award-Worthy Picture Books
Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ladd Library - Community Room
Ms. Olivia will read some fabulous new picture books, and you get to vote for your favorites!
Socially Anxious Hangout Group
Sat, May 17, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Downtown Library - Conference Room
Are you socially anxious, introverted, new in town, or just looking for an easy way to meet new people? Join us to play board games and have fun! (Knowing how to play games is not required.)
Future Forward: Skills for Career Success
Mon, May 19, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Get ready to unlock your potential and take the next step in your career.
Social Games for Older Adults: Bingo!
Mon, May 19, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ladd Library - Community Room
Join us for a free community game of Bingo! First come, first play, with all necessary materials provided. There is no contribution, monetary or otherwise, required to play.
Computer Skills Training - with IowaWORKS
Mon, May 19, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Learn new computer skills or gain additional experience on current skills with IowaWORKS and the Northstar Computer Literacy program.
Craft Your Perfect Resume - in the Opportunity Center Classroom
Tue, May 20, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Review basics ideas on how to present your knowledge, skills, and abilities in a professional way on a resume to capture the attention of potential employers.
Teen 3D Print Club
Tue, May 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Downtown Library - Technology Classroom
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.
Future Forward: Skills for Career Success
Wed, May 21, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Get ready to unlock your potential and take the next step in your career!
Financial Foundations - with First Interstate Bank!
Wed, May 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Financial Education Programs gives you the resources you can need to achieve financial freedom.
Dungeons & Dragons - Gaming Club
Wed, May 21, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium A
Adventurers await! Bring your Level 1, Fifth Edition character and see what adventures unfold. Continue questing to level up your character and see what mysteries you may uncover.
Job Readiness & English Conversation Group - in the Opportunity Center Classroom
Wed, May 21, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Learn and practice English for free at the library.
CR Chess Club
Wed, May 21, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium B
A relaxed, casual session playing this great universal game.
Expressive Arts With Tanager
Thu, May 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Ladd Library - Community Room
Arts, movement, and music for youth and their caregivers. This program is geared to pre-K to second graders.
How to Impress in your Job Interview - with Goodwill of the Heartland
Thu, May 22, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Practice common interview questions, improve your impromptu conversations skills, and talk about the “unwritten rules” of interviewing.
Expressive Arts With Tanager
Fri, May 23, 10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
Arts, movement, and music for youth and their caregivers. This program is geared to pre-K to second graders.
Raptology: Iowa's Birds of Prey
Sat, May 24, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium A/B
Come to the library for a special program about raptors in Iowa! Raptology will bring some birds of prey and educate attendees about the birds’ habitats, diet, and more! Geared toward K-6th graders.
Library Closed
Sun, May 25, All day
Ladd Library
Both locations of the Cedar Rapids Public Library are closed.
Library Closed
Sun, May 25, All day
Downtown Library
Both locations of the Cedar Rapids Public Library are closed.
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