Cedar Falls Public Library

08/31/2026

Join us for a new, screens-free monthly program for kids ages 6-9! As kids navigate the everyday challenges of a screen-filled world, this program's themed, screen-free exploration stations help kids and grown-ups learn new activities to help reclaim real-world fun, friendships, and independence.

Each month will have new, themed exploration stations. After each program, kids can collect stamps for trying new, screen-free activities.

08/28/2026

Stop by the Library's Parking Lot during the District Street Party tomorrow, August 29th for some animal fun with Havens Mobile Petting Farm! There will be lambs, goats, a donkey, a cow, a pig, chickens, geese, bunnies, and more!

Funded by the Marguerite Lybbert Memorial Fund for use by the Library.

08/27/2026

Pack your bags and grab your passport - adventure awaits! Each month, we’ll “travel” to a new place and collect passport stamps.

The next stop on our Travel Thursday adventure: Kenya & Tanzania! Discover the wonders of the Serengeti, "meet" amazing African wildlife, and experience the beauty of the African savanna through virtual trips, exploration stations, and hands-on crafts!

08/26/2026

08/25/2026

Do you love plants as much as we do? Check out our Plant Propagation Station in the Co-Lab!

The Plant Propagation Station is a self-serve opportunity for CFPL patrons to gain firsthand experience with rooted houseplant cuttings.

Utilizing the Plant Propagation Station is easy as 1, 2, 3! Just follow the steps below.

1. Visit the 2nd floor reference desk for access to the Co-Lab.
2. Select your cutting. Wrap the root with a damp paper towel, and place the wrapped cutting in a resealable plastic bag. Take care to keep it sealed while you are in the library.
3. Follow some of our useful instructional handouts for care, or use your favorite CFPL plant books to learn how to plant and care for your new cutting.
(Please limit yourself to 2 plants per week)

We can't wait to see what you grow at home!

08/24/2026

We had an exciting time with the butterfly display in the Youth Department last week! We had a butterfly eclipse (emerging from the chrysalis) which was later released as it begins its journey to Mexico! We currently have a few chrysalises still remaining, so make sure to check them out!

08/21/2026

Enjoy the beautiful weather at Big Woods Lake and enjoy the Storywalk® while going for a lovely walk! The current story is Ruby's Sword, written by Jacqueline Véissid and illustrated by Paola Zakimi.

This story will be changed out soon to be ready for Labor Day weekend, so make sure to hit the trails!

08/20/2026

Join us just in time before the start of the school year for a special storytime on school buses! We'll have lots of fun reading books, rhyming, and dancing while learning about how a school bus works. Afterwards, join us in the parking lot of the library to tour an actual school bus and ask a bus driver questions! You can also take a craft home to enjoy.

For families with kiddos ages 5-8.

08/19/2026

Join us every month at the library for Lego Builders! A drop-in program to explore your creativity through Lego building. All ages welcome.

Each month, we will alternate between Story Builders and Free Build. Story Builders will include a short story with four challenges. Free Build is a freestyle LEGO building time. Duplos will also be available for younger kids. September will be a Story Build month.