The Cedar Rapids Public Library is increasing the number of laptops available for patrons to borrow from the library. The laptops are part of an effort to expand computer access for patrons, a need highlighted during the COVID-19 pandemic.
HelpNow connects students to learning resources, while VetNow connects veterans with an expert online to help them learn more about what benefits they can access through Veteran’s Affairs.
Since the pandemic, libraries have seen an increase in the number of donated books that are not usable for resale purposes. Here are some guidelines to consider before you donate.
The Cedar Rapids Public Library is among 22 libraries nationwide chosen to participate in a national initiative to develop programming that will expand access to opportunities in STEM fields for middle school students.
Institutions across Eastern Iowa are evolving their definition of inclusivity with new and established programming that brings sensory needs to the forefront.
Initiative aims to make the library experience positive and accommodating for patrons with sensory needs.
She’s no Slytherin. Paloma Bribriesco simply loves reading — so much so that the 6-year-old read 519 books in 2021. Harry Potter, graphic novels about refugees and nonfiction books about the environment were all part of her reading list.
As the Cedar Rapids Public Library celebrates 125 years, patrons can see the library’s history and evolution on display starting Jan. 15.
The Cedar Rapids Public Library will celebrate its 125th anniversary next month with exhibits and displays of history at the downtown and Ladd locations.
To ensure all Cedar Rapidians have a “mirror” reflecting themselves in library books, staff began auditing the collection in 2018 for representation and have successfully increased diversity, starting with young adult fiction.
New dates are May 13-15, 2022, at The Cherry Building in Cedar Rapids’ New Bo District; smaller sale scheduled for this Saturday with Farmers Market
A gun battle in the Cedar Rapids Carnegie library ends in death for an officer.
Both the Cedar Rapids and Iowa City public libraries have lifted the restrictions on browsing and capacity brought on by the COVID-19 pandemic.
Funding will go toward social services, workforce development, flood protection and lost city revenue
Opening its third location, Roasters Coffeehouse has replaced Greyhound Cafe & Deli.
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