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Spooky Story Time

2024-10-19 10:00:00 2024-10-19 10:30:00 America/Chicago Spooky Story Time Join us for a fun and (only slightly) spooky Story Time! There will be fun songs and stories to get us in the mood for Halloween. Ladd Library - Community Room

Saturday, October 19
10:00am - 10:30am

Add to Calendar 2024-10-19 10:00:00 2024-10-19 10:30:00 America/Chicago Spooky Story Time Join us for a fun and (only slightly) spooky Story Time! There will be fun songs and stories to get us in the mood for Halloween. Ladd Library - Community Room

Ladd Library

Community Room

Join us for a fun and (only slightly) spooky Story Time! There will be fun songs and stories to get us in the mood for Halloween.

AGE GROUP: | Preschool | Babies and Toddlers |

EVENT TYPE: | Family Programs | Early Learning |

TAGS: | |

Ladd Library

Phone: 319.261.READ

Hours
We're closed Wednesday January 01
Mon, Dec 30 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Dec 31 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Wed, Jan 01 Closed
Thu, Jan 02 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Jan 03 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Jan 04 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Jan 05 1:00PM to 5:00PM

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

Cancelled
Mon, Dec 30, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Ladd Library
Come learn new computer skills or gain additional experience on current skills with IowaWORKS and the Northstar Computer Literacy program.

Mon, Dec 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium B
Kids are invited to make their secret images appear with a simple crayon resist art technique! Geared towards K-5th students.

Tue, Dec 31, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Downtown Library
Library closing at 5 pm.

Tue, Dec 31, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Ladd Library
Library closing at 5 pm.

Wed, Jan 01, All day
Downtown Library
Both locations of the Cedar Rapids Public Library are closed.

Wed, Jan 01, All day
Ladd Library
Both locations of the Cedar Rapids Public Library are closed.

Thu, Jan 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Downtown Library - Commons
Chat with staff of the Civil Rights Commission about your concerns and questions.

Thu, Jan 02, 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.

Thu, Jan 02, 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.

Thu, Jan 02, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
Wear your jammies, bring a blanket and a stuffy friend and snuggle up as we get ready for a long winter's night.

Fri, Jan 03, 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.

Fri, Jan 03, 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.

Sat, Jan 04, 10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium B
Read stories, sing, and dance at our special story time with a special reading from University of Iowa Hawkeye Football player Ethan Hurkett.

Sat, Jan 04, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Downtown Library - Whipple Auditorium
Get a team together for an afternoon in the style of a classic television gameshow. Registration required.

Mon, Jan 06, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ladd Library - Community Room
Story time for young children with stories, songs, and other interactive activities.

Mon, Jan 06, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Get ready to unlock your potential and take the next step in your career!

Mon, Jan 06, 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.

Mon, Jan 06, 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.

Mon, Jan 06, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ladd Library - Community Room
Try a new sensory experience using a few simple ingredients. Then use some fun dough molding tools before taking it home! Geared towards K-5th graders, but younger students may need adult assistance.

Tue, Jan 07, 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.

Tue, Jan 07, 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!

Tue, Jan 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Library - Unconference Room
Reading and good conversation in a relaxed atmosphere

Tue, Jan 07, 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.

Tue, Jan 07, 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.

Tue, Jan 07, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Zoom
A six-week Zoom series exploring art, history, and culture associated with Grant Wood, featuring presentations, Q&As, conversation, and opportunities to submit to the Iowa Grant Wood Poetry Award.

Wed, Jan 08, 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.

Wed, Jan 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Get ready to unlock your potential and take the next step in your career!

Wed, Jan 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Take charge of your financial future by attending free financial education classes with First Interstate Bank at the Opportunity Center.

Wed, Jan 08, 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.

Wed, Jan 08, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium A
A relaxed, casual session playing this great universal game.

Wed, Jan 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Did you know you can learn English for free at the library?

Thu, Jan 09, 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.

Thu, Jan 09, 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.

Fri, Jan 10, 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.

Fri, Jan 10, 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.

Fri, Jan 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Downtown Library - Technology Classroom
Join us for this informational open house and see what kinds of things can be made using our laser cutter, Cricut, 3D printers, and more. This is a drop-in event.

Fri, Jan 10, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Downtown Library - Commons
Join the Cedar Rapids Civil Rights Commission on the second Fridays of the month to participate in an activity to celebrate our community.

Sat, Jan 11, 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.)

Sat, Jan 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium A/B,Commons
Come make new connections in a casual, low-pressure environment.

Mon, Jan 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ladd Library - Community Room
Story time for young children with stories, songs, and other interactive activities.

Cancelled
Mon, Jan 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ladd Library
Get ready to unlock your potential and take the next step in your career!

Mon, Jan 13, 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.

Mon, Jan 13, 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.

Mon, Jan 13, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium B
No snowflakes are the same! Create your own unique snowflake salt painting to brighten dark winter days. Geared towards K-5th graders.

Tue, Jan 14, 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.

Tue, Jan 14, 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!

Tue, Jan 14, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Downtown Library - Maker Room
Learn how to use our sewing machines and sew a simple bookmark. Beginners encouraged. Registration required - link to registration will be available at 10am December 31.

Tue, Jan 14, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Zoom
A six-week Zoom series exploring art, history, and culture associated with Grant Wood, featuring presentations, Q&As, conversation, and opportunities to submit to the Iowa Grant Wood Poetry Award.

Tue, Jan 14, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Ladd Library - Community Room
Newcomers always welcome to this general interest book club.

Wed, Jan 15, 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.

Wed, Jan 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Get ready to unlock your potential and take the next step in your career!

Wed, Jan 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Take charge of your financial future by attending free financial education classes with First Interstate Bank at the Opportunity Center.

Wed, Jan 15, 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.

Wed, Jan 15, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium A
A relaxed, casual session playing this great universal game.

Wed, Jan 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Did you know you can learn English for free at the library?

Thu, Jan 16, 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.

Thu, Jan 16, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
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.

Thu, Jan 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Learn about some of the best online resources for job searching, how to avoid scams, and the importance of monitoring your online presence.

Thu, Jan 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium A/B
Embark on a chilling adventure with local author Katie Hopkin's spine-tingling presentation of the Corridor's most haunted locations.

Thu, Jan 16, 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.

Thu, Jan 16, 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.!

Fri, Jan 17, 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.

Fri, Jan 17, 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.

Fri, Jan 17, 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.

Sat, Jan 18, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium A/B,Whipple Auditorium
The Cedar Rapids Public Library Foundation is throwing a birthday party in Dolly Parton’s honor, and you are invited to help us celebrate!

Sun, Jan 19, All day
Downtown Library
Both locations of the Cedar Rapids Public Library are closed.

Sun, Jan 19, All day
Ladd Library
Both locations of the Cedar Rapids Public Library are closed.

Mon, Jan 20, All day
Downtown Library
Both locations of the Cedar Rapids Public Library are closed.

Mon, Jan 20, All day
Ladd Library
Both locations of the Cedar Rapids Public Library are closed.

Tue, Jan 21, 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.

Tue, Jan 21, 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!

Tue, Jan 21, 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.

Tue, Jan 21, 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.

Tue, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Zoom
A six-week Zoom series exploring art, history, and culture associated with Grant Wood, featuring presentations, Q&As, conversation, and opportunities to submit to the Iowa Grant Wood Poetry Award.

Wed, Jan 22, 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.

Wed, Jan 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Get ready to unlock your potential and take the next step in your career!

Wed, Jan 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Take charge of your financial future by attending free financial education classes with First Interstate Bank at the Opportunity Center.

Wed, Jan 22, 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.

Wed, Jan 22, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium A
A relaxed, casual session playing this great universal game.

Wed, Jan 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Did you know you can learn English for free at the library?

Thu, Jan 23, 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.

Thu, Jan 23, 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.

Thu, Jan 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Library - Children's Program Room
Over this two-day program you will paint, assemble, and wire this beautiful wooden miniature, perfect for enhancing your bookshelf decor. Must attend both sessions. Registration required.
This event is full

Cancelled
Thu, Jan 23, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Library
Learn the basic steps of Tango or continue to perfect your skills in a welcoming environment. No partner required.

Fri, Jan 24, 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.

Fri, Jan 24, 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.

Sat, Jan 25, 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.

Sat, Jan 25, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Ladd Library - Community Room
Vibe and paint with us. In this workshop, we focus on relaxation and fun with a winter woods themed watercolor. Beginners encouraged! Registration required.
Registration opens Saturday, January 4 2025 at 9:00am

Mon, Jan 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Ladd Library - Community Room
Story time for young children with stories, songs, and other interactive activities.

Mon, Jan 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Get ready to unlock your potential and take the next step in your career!

Mon, Jan 27, 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.

Mon, Jan 27, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Ladd Library - Community Room
Create among friends in this open-ended LEGO program! Geared toward K-5th grade students.

Tue, Jan 28, 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.

Tue, Jan 28, 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!

Tue, Jan 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Zoom
A six-week Zoom series exploring art, history, and culture associated with Grant Wood, featuring presentations, Q&As, conversation, and opportunities to submit to the Iowa Grant Wood Poetry Award.

Wed, Jan 29, 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.

Wed, Jan 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Get ready to unlock your potential and take the next step in your career!

Wed, Jan 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Take charge of your financial future by attending free financial education classes with First Interstate Bank at the Opportunity Center.

Wed, Jan 29, 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Downtown Library - Beems Auditorium A
A relaxed, casual session playing this great universal game.

Wed, Jan 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Ladd Library - Opportunity Center Classroom
Did you know you can learn English for free at the library?