Patrons can just drop their donated books in the book drops. Please join us for any of our upcoming book sales to support the cedar rapids public library. In the first year of service, the new library saw over 660,000 visits from the community, and over 100,000 people used the meeting room spaces, including the new 200seat whipple auditorium. The item stranded, melinda braun represents a specific, individual, material embodiment of a distinct intellectual or artistic creation found in cedar rapids public librarymetro library network. If we hear a train coming while anywhere else in the library, we drop. The cedar rapids micro program may be what you need, and we can help you get started. Home ia linn cedar rapids cedar rapids library cedar rapids library hours cedar rapids library hours. Friends of the library cedar rapids public library. The cedar rapids public library has a collection of more than 100,000 items available for you to check out. Cedar rapids public library cedar rapids public library.
The first person to come to the library with the correct definition will receive a prize. We might be closed but our digital library is still open. In june 2008 a destructive flood swept through cedar rapids. The loss of the library was particularly devastating. Marion, cedar rapids either the main building downtown or the ladd branch on the west side, or. Items too large for the book drop slotsarttogo, equipment, etc. Cedar rapids public library opn architects archdaily. Cedar rapids public library designed by opn architects, in june 2008 a flood swept through cedar rapids, iowa filling the citys downtown central library with eight feet of water. They have nothing except what was in a few branches and books that are being returned by users who were not, themselves, wiped out by the floods. Cedar rapids library volunteers help sort donated books the gazette. The collection of the library contains 302,327 volumes. Friends of the cedar rapids public library home facebook. Free household hazardous materials drop off year roundlinn county solid waste agency s county home road locationfree disposal of brake fluid, gasoline, spray cans mdash and more more details raquo 1 2 price appliance and free tire drop off fall through november 30, during normal business hourslinn county solid waste agency mdash county home road locationmust present coupon at entrance coupons.
We are compassionate navigators to the information, resources, and. The cedar rapids public library suffered heavy water damage from the 2008 flood of the cedar river. This is cedar rapids public library by opn architects on vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them. The library serves a population of 4,239 residents. We have provided almost 90 years of service to the cedar rapids. The kent district library staff is very excited to accept native seeds from wild onesriver city chapter worc members to make available to their patrons through their seed exchange. Try libby, our new app for enjoying ebooks and audiobooks. The metro library network was created in 1999 when the cedar rapids public library including its west side branch, the marion public library, and the hiawatha public library agreed to cooperate to provide library services to the metro area. The cedar rapids public library will remain accessible off 4th avenue and 5th street. Our work is guided by the spirit of the sisters of mercy. The cedar rapids, iowa public library main branch was completely wiped out by the floods this spring. The cedar rapids public library is a passionate advocate for literacy and lifelong learning. The one blessing in all of this is the librarys ebooks. Pronunciator is a fun and free way to learn any of 163 languages with personalized courses, movies, music, and more.
Since that time, the three libraries have provided a. They are open to the public and newcomers are always welcome. Materials can be returned to any of the metro libraries. Cedar rapids public library crpl serves the 250,000 citizens of cedar rapids and surrounding communities in eastern iowa. If you do not have a user id and password, please select new user registration to register. Evelyn zerzanek worked hard to not only get books into childrens hands, but also to think for themselves and be creative. Hooplas out and active category has you covered with great things to do that will get you moving and feeling great.
We have resources for everyone in our great community. The metro library network mln which consists of the cedar rapids, hiawatha, and marion libraries offer free downloadable ebooks and. We welcome you to celebrate your special day or event at the downtown cedar rapids public library. Downtown cedar rapids public library cedar rapids 0. We exist to impact the community and transform its quality of li. Download ebooks and audiobooks from the library cedar rapids. Everything on the first floor of the 85,000squarefoot building was destroyed, including the adult and youth. Overdrive ebooks rbdigital magazines the new york times. Friends of the cedar rapids public library has dedicated space in downtown. Feel free to start discussions about your own topics as well.
Public relations new book listings and announcements of programs at the library will be put in the cedar press. Specificcolormatchingofsourceswasdonetomaintaina consistentperformancethroughout. Please hold onto your library materials until the library reopens. The friends of the hampton public library now have an online store. A text tracking option is also available by texting the number listed at. Most library items such as books, dvds and cds may be returned using our bookdrops locations. The collaborative program of the cedar rapids, hiawatha, and marion public libraries will present lisa gardner, jacqueline woodson, and matthew dicks on three friday nights in june at the hotel at kirkwood center. Stranded, melinda braun cedar rapids public library.
Todd bol brings the little free library tour to the iowa city book festival with stops in davenport, dubuque, des moines, and more towns along the way september 29 to october 2 in august of 2015, we took off across the country, building little libraries and spreading the joy of reading on the first leg of the little free library across america tour. Patrons can use the book drop off lane available off 4th avenue to access the parking lot behind the library. Learn online, either on your desktop computer or mobile device. Marion, cedar rapids either the main building downtown or the ladd branch on the west side, or hiawatha. The new cedar rapids public library opened to the public on august 24, 20. When flood waters swamped cedar rapids central library in the summer of 2008, it was hard for many in the community to imagine how the institution would rebound. Approximately 160,000 of the nearly 300,000 books, dvds, cds, audio books, and other volumes were destroyed in addition to public use computers and the library checkout system. The hiawatha public library is part of the metro library network and shares materials. The cedar rapids history archive provides a portal to the past, allowing us to view the history of cedar rapids through the eyes and written accounts of those who wittnessed it. The ups global locator is being updated in realtime to. Railroad work at 4th and 5th avenue is anticipated to be completed by late julyearly august. The metro library network author series brings another solid set of authors to the metro area this summer. Further announcements will be posted here as well as on the librarys facebook page.
The cedar rapids public library staff wants to share what theyre reading with you. Educational resources river city grand rapids area chapter. We connect people to information, experiences, and services that enhance their quality of life so our community can learn, enjoy, and thrive. What title comes next in the series that youre reading. Cedar rapids public library community history archive.
Borrowers are expected to return books in a timely fashion and in. Metro library network the cedar rapids, marion, and. Hundreds of homes and businesses were lost including some of the citys most prominent public structures such as the courthouse, the city hall and the 25year old public library. We are compassionate navigators to the information, resources, and entertainment you seek. Support the friends of the crpl and get a great read at the same time by attending one of their regularly scheduled book sales throughout the year.
Bookdrops are located within and outside the cedar rapids public library downtown, cedar rapids public library ladd, hiawatha public library and marion public library. More than 8,000 people attended opening day festivities. The cedar rapids public library is a beacon of literacy to all who seek knowledge and understanding. There you can find links to ebooksaudio books 3m and overdrive. Cedar rapids public library newspaper archives from. If you have extra seeds that you are willing to share, you can drop seeds off at any kent district library location but not at grand rapids library locations. We want to make it as easy as possible for you to return your library materials.
This library is affiliated with cedar rapids public library. You may also use the book drops located in every hyvee store. Searchable archive of historical cedar rapids newspapers, other local resources, and historical books. Moms guide to the downtown cedar rapids public library. Cedar rapids public library cedar rapids, iowa lighting design and controls thelightingdesignforthelibraryincludesamixofledandfluorescent technologies. Search our catalogs to find books, dvds, cds, audiobooks, video games and more. The hiawatha public library has been serving the informational, intellectual, social, and entertainment needs of the citizens of hiawatha for more than 50 years. In the wake of this natural disaster, the city rallied to build a new central library that would be a dynamic center of the citys urban core, embrace the transformational shifts of 21st century technology and. Includes new covid19 language course in 101 languages. Drop your kids off to burn some energy in the gym while you run. The 5th street parking lot entrance is also available. The metro library network, made up of the cedar rapids, hiawatha, and marion public libraries, is proud to announce that the three libraries in the network will eliminate overdue fines on library materials effective july 1, 2020. The chart below offers scheduled times at key areas along the route.
This item is available to borrow from 1 library branch. If this isnt your thing, check out an adult coloring book as a way to get your mind off of laundry, dishes. The success of the cedar rapids public library demonstrates the impact a next generation library can have on a community. Volunteer policy volunteer help will be accepted at the discretion of the library staff. Two way conversions project updates cedar rapids, iowa. Search oneclick digital for downloadable audio books. All metro area hyvee food stores also have bookdrops available inside the main entrance. All buses can pick up and drop off riders at any bus stop along the designated route.
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