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Back to School Drive

2025-08-08 00:00:00 2025-08-08 23:59:00 America/Chicago Back to School Drive As we gear up for the new school year, let’s come together to ensure every child starts off with confidence & dignity. Hiawatha Public Library -

Friday, August 08
All day

Add to Calendar 2025-08-08 00:00:00 2025-08-08 23:59:00 America/Chicago Back to School Drive As we gear up for the new school year, let’s come together to ensure every child starts off with confidence & dignity. Hiawatha Public Library -

As we gear up for the new school year, let’s come together to ensure every child starts off with confidence & dignity.

Many families struggle with the rising costs of essentials like clothing, backpacks, hygiene products, and school supplies. You can make a lasting impact by helping them feel prepared and supported.

How You Can Help:

·           By Donating Supplies: We’re collecting new backpacks, notebooks, pencils, folders, calculators, water bottles, and more.

·           By Contributing Clothing: Shirts, pants, New underwear, New socks, and sneakers.

·          ️ By Spreading the Word: Share this drive with friends, family, co-workers, and across your social networks.

Why It Matters:

Being equipped with basic essentials fosters self-esteem, reduces stress, and increases focus—ingredients for a successful school year classace.io. When students know their community believes in them, they show up ready to learn and thrive.

Donation Drop-Off & Fundraising Details:

·           Drop-off at: Hiawatha Library Circulation Desk

·           Collection Dates: Starting August 1st

With your help, we can brighten the start of the school year for local kids in need. Thank you for your generosity!

AGE GROUP: | All Ages | Adults (18+) |

EVENT TYPE: | Community |

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Hiawatha Public Library

library@hiawatha-iowa.com
Phone: (319) 393-1414

Hours

Hiawatha Public Library

 
Mon, Jul 28 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Tue, Jul 29 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Wed, Jul 30 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Thu, Jul 31 9:00AM to 8:00PM
Fri, Aug 01 9:00AM to 5:00PM
Sat, Aug 02 10:00AM to 5:00PM
Sun, Aug 03 Closed

Tel: (319) 393-1414

Upcoming events

Cancelled
Tue, Jul 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hiawatha Public Library
Fun for kids and caregivers!

Tue, Jul 29, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hiawatha Public Library
Thank you to Cargill Cares, New Leader Manufacturing, and the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Program Support Grant Fund for your generous support!

Cancelled
Tue, Jul 29, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library
Thank you to New Leader Manufacturing and the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Program Support Fund!

Tue, Jul 29, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Glenn Community Room 103.1 &103.2
Experts guide you with friendly instruction!
Registration is now closed

Tue, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
Bring a Blanket and Pillow and Make a Blanket Fort!

Tue, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Green State Credit Union Conference Room L006
Looking for a relaxing and creative way to connect with others? Come be part of our Adult Coloring Club!

Tue, Jul 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Glenn Schminke Room 103.2
Bring your current craft project to the Hiawatha Public Library every Tuesday night at 6:00 pm for a fun, social time with others who share a love to craft.

Wed, Jul 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Glenn Community Room 103.1 &103.2
Fun for crafty kids and caregivers!

Wed, Jul 30, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hiawatha Public Library
Thank you to Cargill Cares, New Leader Manufacturing, and the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Program Support Grant Fund for your generous support!

Cancelled
Wed, Jul 30, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library
Thank you to New Leader Manufacturing and the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Program Support Fund!

Wed, Jul 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
Join others at the library for open play of American mahjong

Thu, Jul 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hiawatha Public Library
Thank you to Cargill Cares, New Leader Manufacturing, and the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Program Support Grant Fund for your generous support!

Cancelled
Thu, Jul 31, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library
Thank you to New Leader Manufacturing and the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Program Support Fund!

Thu, Jul 31, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
Calling all word wizards and lovers of letters! Join the Scrabble Club at the library and challenge your vocabulary skills in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

Thu, Jul 31, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Glenn Schminke Room 103.2
Art, emotions, and you!

Thu, Jul 31, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Glenn Community Room 103.1 &103.2
Clear out your stash and find new inspiration at our Art & Craft Community Swap.

Fri, Aug 01, All day
Hiawatha Public Library
As we gear up for the new school year, let’s come together to ensure every child starts off with confidence & dignity.

Fri, Aug 01, 9:00am - 10:00am
Hiawatha Public Library
Swap out your gently used puzzles for something new-to-you at our Puzzle Exchange!

Fri, Aug 01, 11:00am - 11:30am
Hiawatha Public Library
Thank you to Cargill Cares, New Leader Manufacturing, and the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Program Support Grant Fund for your generous support!

Cancelled
Fri, Aug 01, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library
Thank you to New Leader Manufacturing and the Greater Cedar Rapids Community Foundation Program Support Fund!

Fri, Aug 01, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Green State Credit Union Conference Room L006
Now Meeting on Fridays!

Mon, Aug 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Glenn Community Room 103.1 &103.2
Fun for kids and caregivers!

Mon, Aug 04, 10:00am - 10:45am
Hiawatha Public Library
Breathe deep, move gently, and connect with nature. Join us for Qi Gong in the park

Tue, Aug 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Glenn Community Room 103.1 &103.2
Fun for kids and caregivers!

Tue, Aug 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Glenn Schminke Room 103.2
Bring your current craft project to the Hiawatha Public Library every Tuesday night at 6:00 pm for a fun, social time with others who share a love to craft.

Wed, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
Join others at the library for open play of American mahjong

Thu, Aug 07, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
Calling all word wizards and lovers of letters! Join the Scrabble Club at the library and challenge your vocabulary skills in a fun and friendly atmosphere.

Thu, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Glenn Schminke Room 103.2
Join other mystery lovers on the first Thursday of the month at 2 pm at the Hiawatha Public Library.

Thu, Aug 07, 5:00pm - 8:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Glenn Schminke Room 103.2
Join us for an exciting Dungeons & Dragons campaign for adults on the 1st and 3rd Thursday of the Month at 5 PM

Fri, Aug 08, All day
Hiawatha Public Library
As we gear up for the new school year, let’s come together to ensure every child starts off with confidence & dignity.

Fri, Aug 08, 9:00am - 10:00am
Hiawatha Public Library
Swap out your gently used puzzles for something new-to-you at our Puzzle Exchange!

Fri, Aug 08, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Glenn Schminke Room 103.2
Now Meeting on Fridays!

Sat, Aug 09, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
The Friends of Hiawatha Public Library are at it again!

Cancelled
Mon, Aug 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library
Share a story with a four-legged friend!

Tue, Aug 12, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
Join us to explore painting in a Fun, Relaxing, no Pressure Environment!

Tue, Aug 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Glenn Schminke Room 103.2
Bring your current craft project to the Hiawatha Public Library every Tuesday night at 6:00 pm for a fun, social time with others who share a love to craft.

Tue, Aug 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Hiawatha Public Library - Forrest Kramer Room 103.1
Library Board Meeting