Tag: library
Corridor libraries serve as entrepreneurial hubs
Kellee Forkenbrock’s official title is public service librarian at the North Liberty Library, but it could just as easily be "librarian of entrepreneurship."
“Most of...
Leaders praise ‘transformational’ new Westside Library at groundbreaking ceremony
As hundreds of community leaders and library officials gathered Oct. 18 for a groundbreaking ceremony for the long-planned new Westside Library building and adjoining...
Akwi Nji named Cedar Rapids Public Library’s Artist in Residence
Local artist Akwi Nji is the Cedar Rapids Public Library’s 2024 Artist in Residence. The library welcomed Ms. Nji with a gallery opening on...
Leader’s library: 10 books recommended by local business leaders
At the end of 2023, the Corridor Business Journal asked 250 business and community leaders, "what was the best book you read this year?...
Cedar Rapids officials seeking final input for Westside Library Park plan
The City of Cedar Rapids is seeking final input on the draft plan for the new Westside Library Park, as concept planning for the...
Marion officials seek proposals to redevelop former library site
The City of Marion, Marion Economic Development Corp. (MEDCO), the Marion Chamber of Commerce, and Uptown Marion Main Street District are issuing a request...
Soft opening for new Marion Public Library set on or before Nov. 15
After numerous construction delays, the new Marion Public Library is now set to open to the public on or before Nov. 15.
The Library Board...