Our overdrive selection has new titles added all the time, so keep checking. Includes new covid19 language course in 101 languages. Digital resources available cedar rapids public library. We want to make it as easy as possible for you to return your library materials. The cedar rapids public library crpl 2011 annual report has been awarded honorable mention in the 2012 american library association ala best of show competition. Sep 18, 2016 the success of the cedar rapids public library demonstrates the impact a next generation library can have on a community. This annual competition recognizes outstanding library public relations materials. Most items at the cedar rapids public library can be renewed twice. Downloadable audiobooks from the library cedar rapids public. We have resources for everyone in our great community.
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 new site is a couple block from the formerly flooded facility, outside the flood zones reach, and positioned to be an anchor to the citys urban park. 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. The design of the cedar rapids public library embraces this opportunity by creating an urban plaza and positions the vibrant, active library spaces so the large expanses of glass highlight the library services to the community. 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. The new cedar rapids public library opened to the public on august 24, 20. Cedar rapids public library cedar rapids, iowa lighting design and controls thelightingdesignforthelibraryincludesamixofledandfluorescent technologies. We connect people to information, experiences, and services that enhance their quality of life so our community can learn, enjoy, and thrive. For fiscal year fy ending june 30, 2021 the fiscal year 2021 budget was presented to the mayor and city council in february 2020. Cedar rapids public library community history archive crpl. Read, research, download, and connect with an iowa city public library card. Cedar rapids public library pronunciator is a fun and free way to learn any of 163 languages with personalized courses, movies, music, and more.
The rbdigital audiobook library offers downloadable audiobooks for any. Cedar rapids public library opn architects archdaily. If you do not have a user id and password, please select new user registration to register. Check out and download ebooks and audiobooks instantly without the complication of third party apps. More than 8,000 people attended opening day festivities.
The cedar rapids public library staff wants to share what theyre reading with you. 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. To manage your account online, you will need your sevendigit user id and fourdigit pin. Downloading ebooks from the cedar rapids public library is easier than ever.
The loss of the library was particularly devastating. The success of the cedar rapids public library demonstrates the impact a next generation library can have on a community. The cedar rapids public library offers a wide selection of books, cds, dvds in our online catalog, and a full calendar of events throughout the year. The greyhound cafe is located inside the downtown cedar rapids public library with driveup available beginning at 7. Browse, borrow, and enjoy titles from the metro library network digital collection. Cedar falls public library provides free access to books, movies, audio books, music, ebooks, magazines, reference services, and computer access.
We exist to impact the community and transform its quality of li. Exton, pennsylvania united for libraries will host the webinar engaging library supporters during the covid19 pandemic on wednesday, april 1 at 3 p. Payment must be paid by check, cashier rsquo s check, or money order. The library offers three ways for you to renew items.
You are not able to access our online and downloadable services with a temporary card number. In june 2008 a destructive flood swept through cedar rapids. You may also use the book drops located in every hyvee store. Download and enjoy thousands of ebooks, eaudiobooks and read popular magazine titles on your computer or portable device. Includes frequently asked questions about your library account. The metro library network mln which consists of the cedar rapids, hiawatha, and marion libraries offer free downloadable ebooks and. Until further notice, the kirkwood public library is closed for public health concerns. This is cedar rapids public library by opn architects on vimeo, the home for high quality videos and the people who love them. The city provides the following services public safety, public works, solid waste collection, animal control, parking, ground transportation, community development and municipal water and sewer.
The friends of the cedar rapids public library provide booksbymail for homebound residents who. Home ia linn cedar rapids cedar rapids library cedar rapids library hours. Play games, watch videos and read books in multiple languages. Some items like quickflicks and quick pick items cannot be. The cedar rapids public library is a passionate advocate for literacy and lifelong learning. Cedar rapids area libraries move to end overdue fees. Searchable archive of historical cedar rapids newspapers, other local resources, and historical books.
The cedar rapids public library board of trustees is expected to vote on the change at a meeting thursday. Bring up to three boxes of documents per household. Since that time, the three libraries have provided a. Renewals, holds, and bookdrops cedar rapids public library. Marion, cedar rapids either the main building downtown or the ladd branch on the west side, or hiawatha. The cedar rapids public library will provide materials and services which will help the community residents and present and future affiliates of riverside public school to obtain information meeting their personal, educational and professional needs. Friends of the cedar rapids public library home facebook. The cedar rapids public library suffered heavy water damage from the 2008 flood of the cedar river. The cedar rapids public library has a wide variety of free digital resources available to entertain, educate, and enhance quality of life available to anyone with a library card all without leaving the comfort of home.
Specificcolormatchingofsourceswasdonetomaintaina consistentperformancethroughout. Some items like quickflicks and quick pick items cannot be renewed. Bookdrops are located within and outside the cedar rapids public library downtown, cedar rapids public library ladd, hiawatha public library and marion public library. Metro library network the cedar rapids, marion, and hiawatha. The metro library network author series brings another solid set of authors to the metro area this summer. Feel free to start discussions about your own topics as well. Cedar rapids public library books, cds, dvds in an. 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 cedar rapids public library is a beacon of literacy to all who seek knowledge and understanding. 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.
Download ebooks and audiobooks from the library cedar rapids. Library network, made up of the cedar rapids, hiawatha, and marion public. We are compassionate navigators to the information, resources, and entertainment you seek. Proceeds from this event, plus membership contributions, corporate support, memorials and grants allow friends to continue to provide valuable support to one of cedar rapids greatest resources the public library. Cedar rapids public library fall 2017 newsletter keywords. Books by mail is a program of the friends of the cedar rapids public. Important updates from the metro library network marion.
Many of these resources are provided thanks to the funding of the grand rapids public library foundation. All metro area hyvee food stores also have bookdrops available inside the main entrance. Everything on the first floor of the 85,000squarefoot building was destroyed, including the adult and youth collections, computers and computer labs, and a stateoftheart checkout. Your user id is a sevendigit number taken from the 14digit number on the back of the library card. We partner with various cedar rapids locations to make our sales easily accessible. Published by cedar rapids public library, 20170831 15. Passport applications are accepted during normal business hours. United for libraries to present free april 1 webinar on. Online resources include ebooks and magazines, audiobooks, streaming music, tv, and movies.
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. See below for links to library resources you can access from home. Materials can be returned to any of the metro libraries. We have provided almost 90 years of service to the cedar rapids. Charity tyler, executive director of the cedar rapids public library foundation, and jonna ward, ceo of the seattle. Cedar rapids public library crpl serves the 250,000 citizens of cedar rapids and surrounding communities in eastern iowa. Managing your library account cedar rapids public library.
Cedar rapids public library newspaper archives from. 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. Search our catalogs to find books, dvds, cds, audiobooks, video games and more. Staples and paperclips are fine, but all binders need to be removed. Metro library network the cedar rapids, marion, and. Topics include about renewing or requesting items, how to set your passwordpin, and how to renew an expired card. Font size like cedar rapids on facebook follow cedar rapid on twitter watch cedar rapids. Bol will be stopping in des moines, dubuque, davenport, and cedar rapids with his trailer containing notable little free libraries, a mobile little free library with books for the public to take home, plus tools and library kits to donate libraries and help volunteers build libraries for their communities. Search oneclick digital for downloadable audio books. Library ebooks quick start guide cedar rapids public library.
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