Run for the Roses at Golfinity!
A Kentucky Derby Charity Event Benefiting the Cedar Park Public Library
Saturday, May 2, 2026 | 2:30 – 6:00 p.m. | Golfinity
Join us for a spirited afternoon of Southern sips, Derby games, and springtime flair — all benefiting literacy, learning, and community at the Cedar Park Public Library.
Your ticket includes:
🥃 A Mint Julep
🍽️ Southern-inspired shareables
🎯 Derby Bingo, Derby Dash & Horseshoe Toss
👒 Best Dressed Contest (florals, pastels, seersucker & hats encouraged!)
🎥 Live Kentucky Derby viewing on the big screen
Arrive at 2:30 p.m. and stay through the final race at 6:00 p.m.
📍 Golfinity – 12332 N FM 620, Austin, TX
🎟️ Tickets are now available.
Thank You Event Sponsors!
Friends Spring Book Sale
April 17–19
The Friends of the Library invite you to their bi-annual Spring Book Sale — a Cedar Park favorite filled with thousands of books at unbeatable prices.
From gripping thrillers and rare finds to children’s classics and everyday reads, there’s something for every reader.
Every purchase supports literacy programs, expanded collections, and community initiatives at the Cedar Park Public Library.
📚 Cedar Park Public Library
April 17–19
Looking to help? The Friends also welcome volunteers and book donations.
Recent Event Impact
Event Impact at a Glance
✔ 137,998 visitors during Summer Adventure
✔ 14,131 program attendees
✔ 5,080 Summer Reading participants
✔ 9.8 million minutes read
✔ $30,721 raised through the Decades Concert Series
✔ $5,845 raised at our inaugural Friends Book Sale
Our events drive measurable participation and fundraising results — strengthening literacy, learning, and connection across Cedar Park.
☀️ Summer Adventure 2025
A Season of Learning, Creativity & Community
From music and art to animals, gardening, and hands-on learning, Summer Adventure brought families together through a wide range of free programs designed to spark curiosity and connection.
By the Numbers:
🚶♀️ 137,998 visitors (+184%)
👥 14,131 program attendees (+48%)
🆕 3,457 new library cards issued (+196%)
Summer Adventure continues to expand in attendance and regional reach each year.
📖 2025 Summer Reading Challenge
Record-Breaking Growth & Regional Reach
The 2025 Summer Reading Challenge engaged 5,080 readers of all ages — supported by generous sponsorship from Atmos Energy.
Together, participants logged 9,884,879 minutes read, a 66% increase over the previous year.
Additional Impact:
📚 131,891 items checked out (+86%)
🆕 More than half of new participants were out-of-district members
“This demonstrates the extent to which the Library has become a regional draw and highlights our impact on surrounding communities.”
— Library Director Julia Mitschke
As participation grows beyond Cedar Park, sustained community investment ensures we can expand access and meet rising demand.
Decades Concert Series
$30,721 Raised | July 2024 – April 2025
Four themed concerts. Strong attendance. Proven results.
The Decades Concert Series brought the community together across four high-energy fundraising events — generating $30,721 to support literacy, programming, and expanded access at the Cedar Park Public Library.
The series coincided with the opening of the new Library, which in its first year has already welcomed:
📖 650,000 visitors — gathering, learning, and discovering
📚 502,776 items checked out — fueling knowledge and imagination
💳 18,945 new library cards issued — welcoming new learners daily
🎉 41,377 program attendees — bringing the community together
📝 9,858 study room reservations — supporting focused learning
💰 $500,000 raised — investing in the Library’s future
The Decades Concert Series demonstrates the Foundation’s ability to execute engaging, revenue-generating events that deliver measurable community impact.
It also paved the way for expanded fundraising events in 2026.
Keep the Momentum Going
Support the Library’s Continued Growth
Our events demonstrate what’s possible when a community invests in its Library — and monthly support ensures that momentum continues.
As attendance and demand continue to grow, sustained monthly support ensures the Library can expand programs, strengthen collections, and serve every family who walks through its doors.
Monthly giving provides steady, reliable funding the Library can count on — ensuring impact long after the final event ends.
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