Tai Chi is one of the most effective exercises for health of mind and body. Tai chi has been known to improve muscular strength, flexibility, improve quality of life, and much more. This program is hosted in partnership with Heritage Area Agency on Aging.

About Heritage Area Agency on Aging

For more than 50 years, Heritage Area Agency on Aging has walked alongside older Iowans and caregivers—helping people age with dignity, independence, and choice. Heritage connects people with nutrition and wellness programs, transportation services, community and social activities, and more. Learn more about the organization here.

Certified longarm quilter users are able to sign up for project hours to complete personal projects in the library's MakerSpace.

Important Notes About Project Hours:

• All users must use materials from the library's quilting kit or certified materials. Volunteers will work with attendees to ensure that approved materials are being used. Patrons without approved materials will be asked to reschedule their project time.
• Projects must be 90 inches or less due to the limitations of the machine
• Project hours are limited to one session per week and two sessions per month, per patron, to ensure that all users have time to use the machine. Individuals who sign up on the library's waitlist will be contacted in the case of cancellations.

Seniors are welcome to gather for socializing, coffee, and activities. A variety of activities are provided each week, including:

• Cards
• Checkers
• Chess
• Coloring pages with markers and colored pencils
• Cross stitch materials
• Crosswords
• Dominoes
• Puzzles
• Scrabble
• Sudoku
• Yarn for crocheting and knitting

Attendees are welcome to bring their own crafts or games if they wish. 

Doodlebugs combines art with literacy for preschoolers. Each session starts with a story and ends with creation. All ages are welcome, but book selection is geared toward children between the ages of 4 and 7. This program is hosted in partnership with the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art.

About the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art

The mission of the Cedar Rapids Museum of Art is to excite, engage, and educate through the arts. Learn more about the organization here

Turn curiosity into creativity in the MakerSpace! The library's MakerSpace offers a wide range of creative opportunities, including 3D printers, Cricut machines, a sublimation printer, heat presses, and more. Open hours are a great way to learn more about offerings and see different pieces of technology in action. 

To learn more about MakerSpace guidelines, equipment, and supplies, click here.

Each year, the library partners with United Way of East Central Iowa to offer tax intake and preparation services. Volunteer Income Tax Assistance (VITA) is a national IRS-sponsored program that helps individuals receive their maximum federal and state tax refunds. If your household income is less than $69,000, you may qualify for VITA’s services.

Please note that VITA is available by appointment only, and appointments must be scheduled in advance through United Way. To make an appointment, find a list of frequently asked questions, and learn more about the program, click here to visit United Way's website.

Join the library for an evening of fun and games! A variety of games are available for individuals and small groups of friends.