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Youth Career Readiness Workshop

with Goodwill of the Heartland
2024-08-13 16:30:00 2024-08-13 17:30:00 America/Chicago Youth Career Readiness Workshop Stand out above other job candidates and develop an application that will impress employers. Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom

Tuesday, August 13
4:30pm - 5:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-08-13 16:30:00 2024-08-13 17:30:00 America/Chicago Youth Career Readiness Workshop Stand out above other job candidates and develop an application that will impress employers. Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom

Ladd Library

Opportunity Center Classroom

Stand out above other job candidates and develop an application that will impress employers.

Youth Career Readiness Workshop prepares youth and young adults with practical skills needed to enter the workforce. Come develop outstanding professionalism and skills in increase employability that will help you become a dependable and valued employee.

Upon successful completion of the workshop, participants are awarded a certificate which they can add to their resumes and promote during interviews. Participants also have the opportunity to earn Goodwill Vouchers and up to $50 in Walmart eGift cards!

AGE GROUP: | Teen | Adult |

EVENT TYPE: | Job Skills Training |

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Ladd Library
Phone: 319.261.READ
Hours
We're closed Monday September 02 due to Closed for the holiday.
Mon, Sep 02 Closed
(Closed for the holiday.)
Tue, Sep 03 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Sep 04 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Sep 05 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Sep 06 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Sep 07 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Sep 08 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

The Ladd Library is located at 3750 Williams Blvd SW and is a 16,000 square foot facility. It features one community room with space for up to 50 people, which can be utilized for meetings and special events. The Ladd Library has a wonderful collection of materials, public computers, a children's library, and space to sit and read or tables to work or gather.

Upcoming Events

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Sat, Sep 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
Join us for stories, stretches, songs, and some mindful moments.
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House Plant Swap
Sat, Sep 07, 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.
Socially Anxious Hangout Group
Sat, Sep 07, 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.)
Early Learning Story Time - In-person
Mon, Sep 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ladd Library - Community Room
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Computer Skills Workshop - with IowaWORKS
Mon, Sep 09, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
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Mon, Sep 09, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
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Tue, Sep 10, 9:00am - 12:00pm
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Early Learning Story Time
Tue, Sep 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
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Expressive Arts with Tanager
Tue, Sep 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
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Book Lovers Book Club
Tue, Sep 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ladd Library - Gallery
Newcomers always welcome to this general interest book club.
Baby and Toddler Story Time
Wed, Sep 11, 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.
Grab A Job Career Fair - with IowaWORKS
Wed, Sep 11, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Ladd Library - Community Room
Come network with local employers that are actively hiring!
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Wed, Sep 11, 4:30pm - 6:30pm
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CR Chess Club
Wed, Sep 11, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
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A relaxed, casual session playing this great universal game!
Sensory Story Time
Thu, Sep 12, 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.
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Thu, Sep 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
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Thu, Sep 12, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
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Baby and Toddler Story Time
Fri, Sep 13, 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 play and connection time.
Tai Chi for Older Adults
Fri, Sep 13, 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, Sep 13, 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.
Welcoming Week: Story Time
Sat, Sep 14, 10:00am - 10:45am
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
Families and children of all ages are invited to a story time that celebrates stories of immigration, inclusivity, and welcoming community members of all backgrounds.
Welcoming Week: Community Chalk Art Challenge
Sat, Sep 14, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Downtown Library - Commons
Community members of all ages are invited to contribute to a chalk art display around the library in celebration of Welcoming Week!
Learn to Embroider
Mon, Sep 16, 10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium A
Join us to learn a few basic embroidery stitches as well as other helpful tips and tricks. All materials and patterns are provided and can be taken home. Registration is required.
Computer Skills Workshop - with IowaWORKS
Mon, Sep 16, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
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School Age STEAM: Invisible Ink
Mon, Sep 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium B
School age students are invited to participate in an exciting hands-on STEAM activity each Monday. Activities designed for 2nd-5th graders.
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Tue, Sep 17, 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, Sep 17, 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!
Teen 3D Print Club
Tue, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
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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.
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Tue, Sep 17, 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, Sep 18, 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.
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Wed, Sep 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
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Dungeons & Dragons - Gaming Club
Wed, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium B
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.
CR Chess Club
Wed, Sep 18, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium A
A relaxed, casual session playing this great universal game!
Cancelled
Read to Dogs
Wed, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Ladd Library
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Sensory Story Time
Thu, Sep 19, 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.
Chair Yoga - with Tammy Bayer of Toula Yoga
Thu, Sep 19, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Ladd Library - Community Room
Join us for a beginner level chair yoga class. Tammy will adapt the class as needed to fit your needs and mobility levels.
Tango Práctica - For all levels of dance experience!
Thu, Sep 19, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Library - Whipple Auditorium
Learn the basic steps of Tango or continue to perfect your skills in a welcoming environment. No partner required.
Read to Dogs
Thu, Sep 19, 6:30pm - 7:10pm
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, Sep 20, 9:30am - 10:30am
Ladd Library - Community Room
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Tai Chi for Older Adults
Fri, Sep 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium B
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Fri, Sep 20, 10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
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Saturday Story Time
Sat, Sep 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ladd Library - Community Room
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Rescheduled
Corridor Games on Demand - Community Game Day
Sat, Sep 21, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
New date Saturday, September 28, 12:00pm - 4:00pm
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Sat, Sep 21, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Ladd Library - Community Room
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Early Learning Story Time - In-person
Mon, Sep 23, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ladd Library - Community Room
Story time for young children with stories, songs, and other interactive activities.
Computer Skills Workshop - with IowaWORKS
Mon, Sep 23, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
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School Age STEAM: Slime Surprise
Mon, Sep 23, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ladd Library - Community Room
School age students are invited to participate in an exciting hands-on STEAM activity each Monday. Activities designed for 2nd-5th graders.
Craft Your Perfect Resume
Tue, Sep 24, 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, Sep 24, 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!
DIY Bird Feeder Tray
Tue, Sep 24, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Ladd Library - Community Room
Assemble and decorate this super simple bird feeder tray. This tray could also be used as a water tray for pollinators. Registration required.
Registration opens Tuesday, September 10 2024 at 10:00am
Baby and Toddler Story Time
Wed, Sep 25, 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.
Financial Wellness Wednesday - in the Opportunity Center Classroom
Wed, Sep 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
The FDIC Money Smart Financial Education Program gives you the resources you can need to achieve financial freedom.
Trading Card Game Club - After-School Group
Wed, Sep 25, 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.
CR Chess Club
Wed, Sep 25, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium A
A relaxed, casual session playing this great universal game!
Parachute Play
Thu, Sep 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ladd Library - Community Room
Join us for a session of parachute games and songs. Parachute play encourages physical activity and promotes the development of motor coordination and social skills.
Sensory Story Time
Thu, Sep 26, 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.
Tango Práctica - For all levels of dance experience!
Thu, Sep 26, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Library - Whipple Auditorium
Learn the basic steps of Tango or continue to perfect your skills in a welcoming environment. No partner required.
Baby and Toddler Story Time
Fri, Sep 27, 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 play and connection time.
Tai Chi for Older Adults
Fri, Sep 27, 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, Sep 27, 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.
Corridor Games on Demand - Community Game Day
Sat, Sep 28, 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, Sep 28, 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.)
Maker Spaces Open House
Sat, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Downtown Library - Technology Classroom
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Early Learning Story Time - In-person
Mon, Sep 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ladd Library - Community Room
Story time for young children with stories, songs, and other interactive activities.
School's Out: Crafts & Games
Mon, Sep 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Downtown Library - Union
An hour of crafts, games, and more for teens and tweens.
Computer Skills Workshop - with IowaWORKS
Mon, Sep 30, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Come learn new computer skills or gain additional experience on current skills with IowaWORKS and the Northstar Computer Literacy program.
School Age STEAM: Building Challenges
Mon, Sep 30, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium B
School age students are invited to participate in an exciting hands-on STEAM activity each Monday. Activities designed for 2nd-5th graders.
Craft Your Perfect Resume
Tue, Oct 01, 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!
Between the Covers Book Club
Tue, Oct 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Library - Unconference Room
Reading and good conversation in a relaxed atmosphere.
Early Learning Story Time
Tue, Oct 01, 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!
Teen 3D Print Club
Tue, Oct 01, 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, Oct 01, 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, Oct 02, 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.
Financial Wellness Wednesday - in the Opportunity Center Classroom
Wed, Oct 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
The FDIC Money Smart Financial Education Program gives you the resources you can need to achieve financial freedom.
Dungeons & Dragons - Gaming Club
Wed, Oct 02, 4:00pm - 7:00pm
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
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.
CR Chess Club
Wed, Oct 02, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium A
A relaxed, casual session playing this great universal game!
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Wed, Oct 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ladd Library - Community Room
Get the most out of your garden with helpful tips and tricks.
Sensory Story Time
Thu, Oct 03, 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, Oct 03, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Downtown Library - Commons
Chat with staff of the Civil Rights Commission about your concerns and questions.
Cedar Rapids Public Library Board of Trustees
Thu, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:30pm
Downtown Library - Conference Room
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Women Bound By Books
Thu, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Downtown Library - Unconference Room
Fiction and non-fiction selections that are for and about women. This is not a women only group - all new members are welcome! 
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Thu, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Library - Whipple Auditorium
Learn the basic steps of Tango or continue to perfect your skills in a welcoming environment. No partner required.
Glass Frames with Iowa Ceramics Center & Glass Studio
Thu, Oct 03, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Ladd Library - Community Room
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This event is full
Tai Chi for Older Adults
Fri, Oct 04, 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, Oct 04, 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.
Hello, Fall! Story Time
Sat, Oct 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
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Book Leaves Craft
Sat, Oct 05, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium B
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Early Learning Story Time - In-person
Mon, Oct 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ladd Library - Community Room
Story time for young children with stories, songs, and other interactive activities.
Personalized Light-Up Sign
Mon, Oct 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Library - Maker Room
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This event is full
Computer Skills Workshop - with IowaWORKS
Mon, Oct 07, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Come learn new computer skills or gain additional experience on current skills with IowaWORKS and the Northstar Computer Literacy program.
School Age STEAM: Magnet Painting
Mon, Oct 07, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ladd Library - Community Room
School age students are invited to participate in an exciting hands-on STEAM activity each Monday. Activities designed for 2nd-5th graders.
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