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Friday Morning Book Discussion

Friday, September 03, 2010 9:30 AM

Brooklyn Branch

Ongoing Friday morning book discussion that meets the 1st Friday of each month.  This month we will be discussing Girls in Trucks by Katie Crouch.

September Friday Fun Day 10:30 AM

Friday, September 03, 2010 10:30 AM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 16, 2010 9:00 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Preschoolers & their family and friends are invited to enjoy storytelling, music, and puppet shows.  Child cares welcome!  Registration required.

Book Drop In...

Friday, September 03, 2010 11:00 AM

North Royalton Branch: North Royalton Senior Center

Spend a morning at the North Royalton Senior Center with your local librarian and make some new friends while browsing over a selection of popular books, movies and music. Learn about the latest best sellers, discover information about upcoming programs and make requests for the following month.  The Senior Center is located at 13500 Ridge Road.

Afterschool Video Game Day

Friday, September 03, 2010 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch

Relax after school and play some video games and board games too for fun.

Flying Things Exploration Station

Friday, September 3rd / 4-5 pm

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:00 AM

Warrensville Branch: Large Meeting Room

Visit the library and take flight! Join us with Naval Aviator and Commander of the Navy Warfare Development Command, Rear Admiral Wendi Carpenter, as we share flying stories, and then really soar with hands-on science activities in celebration of the annual Cleveland National Air Show! For children ages 3-9.  Registration requested.

Touchdown for Reading

Tuesday, September 07, 2010 9:00 AM through Saturday, November 20, 2010 5:30 PM

North Olmsted Branch

Get in the game this fall! Play the Touchdown for Reading online reading game. For grades 4 – 8, but students of all ages are invited to participate. Presented  in partnership with the Cleveland Browns. Visit cuyahogalibrary.org/touchdownforreading for details.

Program runs September 7th through Novemeber 20.

Touchdown for Reading Fall 2010

Tuesday, September 07, 2010 9:00 AM through Saturday, November 20, 2010 5:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 23, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch

Get in the Game this Fall! Play the Touchdown for Reading online game.

Touchdown For Reading

Tuesday, September 07, 2010 9:00 AM through Saturday, November 20, 2010 5:30 PM

Berea Branch

Get in the game and play Touchdown for Reading presented in partnership with the Cleveland Browns. Students Grades 4 - 8 are eligible for prizes as they earn "reading yards". (Other ages may play along.) Play Sept. 7, 2010 through Nov. 20, 2010.

Publisher 2007 Essentials

Tuesday, September 07, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration: Saturday, August 07, 2010 9:00 AM through Tuesday, September 07, 2010 10:00 AM

Mayfield Branch: Meeting Room

Need to promote your garage sale or high school reunion?  Learn how to make attractive flyers using this desktop publishing program.  Prerequisite:  Word Essentials or familiarity with Word.  Participants must be able to highlight, cut/copy/paste and save a file.  Registration required.

Tables & Tabs in Word 2007

Tuesday, September 07, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration: Saturday, August 07, 2010 through Tuesday, September 07, 2010

Maple Heights Branch: Technology Lab

For those already familiar with Word, this class will show how to add table and tabs to your repertoire. Previous experience with Microsoft Word is required. Registration is required.

Orange Library Visits University Hospital's Moms & Babies II

Tuesday, September 07, 2010 11:30 AM

Orange Branch

The Orange Library visits the University Hospitals-Highland - for Moms & Babies II for stories, songs and fingerplays!

Charting with Excel 2007

Tuesday, September 07, 2010 12:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Registration: Saturday, August 07, 2010 9:00 AM through Tuesday, September 07, 2010 1:00 PM

Mayfield Branch: Meeting Room

For those already familiar with Excel, this class will demonstrate how to use your Excel data to create charts and graphs.  Previous experience with Microsoft Excel is required.  Registration is required and begins August 21.  Register in person, online or by calling 440-473-0350 The start time for this program has changed - it now begins at 12:30 PM and ends at 2:00 PM

Mail Merge with Word 2007

Tuesday, September 07, 2010 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Registration: Saturday, August 07, 2010 through Tuesday, September 07, 2010

Maple Heights Branch: Tech Center

In this advanced class, participants will learn how to use lists of information (ex. names and addresses) to quickly create letters, mailing labels, and certificates in Microsoft Word. Prerequisites: Word Essentials and Excel Essentials. Registration is required.

Just for Teens-Surprise Tuesdays

Tuesday, September 07, 2010 3:00 PM

Mayfield Branch

Teens in grades 6-12 can drop in on Tuesdays for a surprise activity which may include crafts, games and more!

G2P: Pokemon DS League

Tuesday, September 07, 2010 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Meeting room

Back by popular demand during the school year! Come to the library and compete for fun or trade Pokemon with other Nintendo DS players and compete together tournament-style with the game "Pokemon Battle Revolution" for the Wii. Also, do you have the skills to beat our Pokemon Masters?

Tween Scene Tuesdays 4:00 PM

Tuesday, September 07, 2010 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Grades 4-7.  Explore art, stories, hands-on computer and gaming activities, volunteer and leadership opportunities.  Registration requested.

Teen Writers Workshop - Short Stories

Tuesday, September 07, 2010 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Registration Starts: Sunday, August 01, 2010

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

Do you enjoy writing? Join Kent State University writing instructor Stephanie Sesic for a two hour workshop on short story writing for grades 6-12. This crash course will provide simple guidelines to help you write better stories. Registration required.

Cookies and Books Discussion 4:30PM

Tuesday, September 07, 2010 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, August 03, 2010 9:00 AM

North Olmsted Branch: Story Room

Students in grades 3-5 are invited to discuss great books and eat tasty cookies.  September's book is Clementine by Sara Pennypacker.  Registration begins Tuesday, August 3 @ 9:00 AM. 

Paris Lee Artist Reception

Tuesday, September 07, 2010 5:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Beachwood Branch

Artist's Reception for Paris Lee painting exhibit on display during Library hours
September 4 to September 29

Homework Center Open House 6:30 PM

Tuesday, September 07, 2010 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Please join us for an information session about the Garfield Heights Branch Homework Center, now entering its 5th year!  Parents will also be able to register their children for the center at this time.  No registration required to attend this information session.

Young at Heart September 2010

Tuesday, September 07, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Strongsville Branch

A book club for adults who love children's and teen literature.

September's book with be The Hunger Games by Suzanne Collins

Click on program name for details.

Coping with Stress in Financially Hard Times

Tuesday, September 07, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration: Thursday, May 27, 2010 9:00 AM through Tuesday, September 07, 2010 7:00 PM

Middleburg Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Psychologist Kathleen Ashton, Ph.D., will discuss various sources of stress, as well as resilience and coping strategies. Find out what you can do to manage stress in your life. Registration required.

Hike for Your Life

Tuesday, September 7, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:00 AM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

Gudrun and Peter Seifert, authors of Hike for Your Life, will present a lively discussion on their 1300 mile hike the length of the Alps.  Program encourages people of all ages, especially retirees to hike more. Books made available for purchase and signing sponsored by the Friends of the library. Registration requested.

10:00 AM Fun With Music

Wednesday, September 08, 2010 10:00 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 18, 2010 9:00 AM

Brecksville Branch: Meeting Room

 Enjoy this high energy music and movement program for ages Birth through 5 years old with a caregiver.  Siblings may also attend.  Sponsored by First Chair Music Programs.  Register beginning August 18.

Publisher 2007 Essentials

Wednesday, September 08, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 09, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Lower Level Meeting Room A

Need to promote your garage sale or high school reunion?  Learn how to make attractive flyers using this desktop publishing program.  Prerequisite:  Word Essentials or familiarity with Word.  Participants must be able to highlight, cut/copy/paste and save a file.  Registration required.

11:00 AM Fun With Music

Wednesday, September 08, 2010 11:00 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 18, 2010 9:00 AM

Brecksville Branch: Meeting Room

Enjoy this high energy music and movement program for ages Birth through 5 years old with a caregiver.  Siblings may also attend.  Sponsored by First Chair Music Programs.  Register beginning August 18.

Homeschool: Picturing America

Wednesday 11 AM 9/8

Registration Starts: Wednesday, June 09, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

Grades 1 - 6: Homeschoolers and their caregivers are invited to attend a program which combines American history and art. Registration required.

Click on program name for details.

Publisher 2007: Next Steps

Wednesday, September 08, 2010 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 09, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Lower Level Meeting Room A

Utilize Publisher templates to create professional looking certificates, newsletters and brochures.  Learn how to manipulate graphics, large amounts of text and lists of names.  Prerequisite:  Publisher 2007 Essentials, Word Essentials, Word Mail Merge.  Registration required.

Book Lovers' Club: The Glass Castle: a Memoir

Wednesday, September 08, 2010 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Warrensville Branch: Small meeting room

The child of a scholarly alcoholic father and an eccentric artist mother discusses her family's nomadic upbringing.

Hike for Your Life

Wednesday, September 8, 2010 2:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:00 AM

Olmsted Falls Branch: Jenkins Senior Center

Gudrun and Peter Seifert, authors of Hike for Your Life, will present a lively discussion on their 1300 mile hike the length of the Alps.  Program encourages people of all ages, especially retirees to hike more. Books made available for purchase and signing sponsored by the Friends of the library. Registration requested.

Aging Eye

Wednesday, September 8, 2010 2:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:00 AM

Chagrin Falls Branch

Just as hair turns gray and skin sags with age, the eyes, too, undergo a metamorphosis as you grow older. Although many of these changes are part of normal aging, some set the stage for more serious eye problems. Nurse educator from the Cleveland Sight Center will discuss normal vision changes and the warning signs of eye diseases.

Afterschool Yu-Gi-Oh Freeplay

Wednesday, September 08, 2010 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch

Bring your best cards and play with other teens for fun and see if you can be a Yu-Gi-Oh champion!

Teen Gaming Club

Wednesday, September 08, 2010 3:30 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, June 02, 2010

Independence Branch: Meeting Room

Now every month!  Joins us for Wii open play of such favorites as Supersmash Brothers Brawl, Bloom Blox and more!  Bring your Wii controllers, your mad skills and your fast thumbs! Registration not required, though appreciated.

Teen Library Council - TLC

Wednesday, September 08, 2010 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Registration Starts: Sunday, August 01, 2010

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch: Meeting Room 4

Help the library serve teens better and have your say! Help us plan library events, earn volunteer hours, participate in community service projects and make new friends! Grades 6-12.


Meetings – September 8th, October 20th, & November 3rd at 3:30

Teen'Tastic Talk - Back to School Pizza Party! 4:00 PM

Wednesday, September 08, 2010 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 09, 2010 9:00 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Grades 6-12.  Come mingle with friends!  Learn about opportunities to participate in activities, clubs, and how to register and win monthly prizes at the library.  Win door prizes and have a bite to eat!  Registration is required and limited.

Wednesday Knit-Crochet Nights

Wednesday, September 08, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch

Do you knit or crochet or would like to learn how?  Join us Wednesday evenings.

Lego Robotics : Music and Sound

Wednesday, September 08, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Berea Branch

Using Lego Mindstorms computer software, students will build, program, and control robots that respond to music and sound.  Registration required.  Open to students ages 12-16.  Space is limited.

Little Bee by Chris Cleave

Wednesday, September 08, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Fairview Park Branch

Hike for Your Life

Wednesday, September 8, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-South Branch

Gudrun and Peter Seifert, authors of Hike for Your Life, will present a lively discussion on their 1300 mile hike the length of the Alps.  Program encourages people of all ages, especially retirees to hike more. Books made available for purchase and signing sponsored by the Friends of the library. Registration requested.

Exploring Space Exploration Station

Wednesday, September 08, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 23, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: storyroom

Come and listen to stories and rhymes about the planets and stars and then travel to our special exploration stations to learn more about Space.

Children ages 3-5 with caregiver/ Registration required. A food permission form should be completed by a parent. 

 

Connecting with Your Canine 7 PM

Wednesday, September 08, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, June 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Story room

Connecting with your Canine Wednesday September 8th 7-8:30 PM

Learn to communicate with your dog.  Registration required.

UniquelyMe!

Wednesday, September 08, 2010 7:00 PM

Brook Park Branch

UniquelyME! is a program designed to foster self-esteem in young girls. 

They will be engaged in activites that will help them understand themselves and others, and build self-confidence. This session includes exercises about learning how to deal witih peer pressure, conquer negative self-image, develop healthy habits,and discover different relaxation techniques.

Grades 6-8

Click on program name to register.

 

Coffee and Conversation

Wednesday, September 08, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

North Royalton Branch: Meeting Room

It’s classic mystery month! Get out your magnifying glass and join our adult book discussion group as it prepares to collect clues to find the murderer as it talks about Grand Dame Agatha Christie classic whodunit, And Then There Were None.

Wed. Night Book Discussion of Fine Just the Way It Is by Annie Proulx

Wednesday, September 08, 2010 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Gates Mills Branch: meeting room

Join us for a thought-provoking discussion of eight short stories by National Book Award and Pulitzer Prize winner Annie Proulx. "Ms. Proulx writes with all the brutal beauty of one of her Wyoming snowstorms"     Michael Knight     The Wall Street Journal

Publisher 2007 Essentials 10 AM

Thursday, September 09, 2010 10:00 AM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 09, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Tech Lab

 Publisher 2007 Essentials Thursday September 9 10 AM-12 PM

Learn how to make an attractive flyer using this desktop publishing program.  Prerequisite:  Word Essentials or familiarity with Word.  Participants must be able to highlight, cut/copy/paste, and save a a file.  Registration required and begins August 9th . Register online, in person, or by calling 440-888-4300.

Exploring Space /Exploration Station

Thursday, September 09, 2010 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 23, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: storyroom

Children ages 3-5 with caregiver/ Registration required.

Come and listen to stories and rhymes about the planets and stars and them travel to our special stations to learn more about Space.

Jim and Co. Family entertainment-Thursday, September 9 @ 10:00

Thursday, September 9 at 10:00

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 25, 2010 9:00 AM

Gates Mills Branch: Meeting room

Come visit with Jim and his talking sheepdog, Ozzy, for sing-a-long songs and other fun.  Jim and Company provides family-friendly entertainment the whole family will enjoy.

Publisher 2007: Next Steps 1 PM

Thursday, September 09, 2010 1:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 09, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Tech Lab

Publisher 2007 Next Steps Thursday September 9 1-3 PM

Utilize Publisher templates to create professional looking certificates, newsletters and brochures.  Registration required.

Memory Fitness

Thursday, September 09, 2010 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Registration: Thursday, July 01, 2010 through Thursday, September 09, 2010

Parma-Snow Branch: Meeting Room

Spend a lot of time looking for misplaced items? Forgot why you went into a room? Have trouble thinking of a specific word? Cannot recall a person’s name? Lose your train of thought? Want to learn more effective memory strategies? Interested in developing a good brain workout? Join us for an interesting, inspirational and informative program.  Register online or by calling the Parma Snow Branch at 216-661-4240.

Just for Teens-Anime~Manga Club

Thursday, September 09, 2010 3:00 PM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

Otaku or not, you'll have fun!  Watch anime, discuss your favorite shows and books, and more. Grades 6-12.

Student Friends

Thursday, September 9th 3:15-4:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 23, 2010 9:00 AM

Brooklyn Branch: Storytime room

We’re looking for a few good 4-7 grade volunteers. Some of our programs help the library some are just FUN!  Registration required. Click on program name for details.

G2P : Rock Band

Thursday, September 09, 2010 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Olmsted Falls Branch

Want to jam like a rock star? Join us after school to play Rock Band 2. No experience necessary.  Light refreshments will be provided.  Open to students in grades 6-12.  Registration requested.

Poetry Writing Workshop

Thursday 9/9/2010 4:00 PM

Registration: Thursday, July 01, 2010 9:00 AM through Wednesday, September 08, 2010 5:30 PM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room A

Join Kent State University writing instructor, Stephanie Sesic, for a two hour workshop on poetry writing for grades 6-12.  Just as poems are short but powerful, this brief workshop will strenghten your poetry writing skills.

Student Friends 4PM

Thursday, September 09, 2010 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, June 01, 2010 9:00 AM

North Olmsted Branch: Large Meeting Room

We're looking for third through fifth grade volunteers.  Some of our programs help the library and some are just for fun.  Check with the Children's Librarians for more information and to register. 

Art Series - Ed Kagy, A Retrospective/1952 to Present

Thursday, September 09, 2010 5:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Upper Level Meeting Room

Local artist Ed Kagy, retired advertising executive and graphic designer, will be showing oil, watercolor and acrylic paintings; pastel and needlepoint artwork.

Meet the artist, admire his work and enjoy refreshments at the opening reception. Art will remain on view September 3rd through October 28th during library hours.

Family Storytime

Thursday, September 09, 2010 6:30 PM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

Great books and  stories for kids age 2-8.  Lots of silly songs and games to keep the whole family singing and playing along.  Every Thursday night at 6:30 upstairs in Room 3

Book Discussion: "Olive Kitteridge" by Eizabeth Strout

Thursday, September 09, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Friday, July 09, 2010 10:30 AM

Orange Branch: meeting room

Elizabeth Strout, a New York Times best selling author creates an unforgettable character in Olive Kitteridge, a retired school teacher in the small coastal town of Crosby Maine. She ties together thirteen  stories that explore her diverse roles in many lives, including  her own stoic husband, a lounge singer haunted by a past love, and her own troubled son

To Kill a Mockingbird 50th Anniversary Special Opening Reception

Thursday, September 09, 2010 7:00 PM

North Olmsted Branch: Large Meeting Room

 Celebrate the 50th Anniversary of Harper Lee's To Kill a Mockingbird at an artist reception featuring pieces that reflect the heart and ideas of this beloved classic book. Join us as we share community reflections and view an exclusive documentary featuring celebrity responses to Harper Lee's classic American novel.

Girl Time

Thursday, September 9 from 7-8:00 p.m.

Registration Starts: Thursday, August 19, 2010 9:00 AM

Bay Village Branch: Meeting room

For girls in grades 2-3.

Enjoy a special evening for girls in grades 2-3 with an adult female friend. We will discuss a good book, share a snack, and try a fun project.  Registration is required.  Click on program name for details.

Perennial Exchange

Thursday, September 09, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration: Monday, July 26, 2010 12:01 AM through Thursday, September 09, 2010 6:30 PM

Parma-South Branch

Please bring up to five labeled plants.  Registration: Free and will begin on July 26, 2010: Limited to 25. Call 440-885-5362 or register online at www.cuyahogalibrary.org

Dress for Success

Thursday, September 09, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Registration: Thursday, July 01, 2010 through Thursday, September 09, 2010

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room A

We have all heard it — first impressions count! Appearance can create credibility. Join us for this program and learn about today’s dress codes. Is “dress down” still acceptable? Do you see yourself as others see you? This program will assist you with your visual presence, the importance of self image and how to understand the dress culture of any business. Are you a business owner? If so, pick up tips on how to develop a dress code.

Perennial Exchange

Thursday, September 09, 2010 7:00 PM

Garfield Heights Branch: meeting room

Get Growing!  Enhance your yard with plants!  Get free plants by trading some of your own! 

 

Start Your Own Business: Entrepreneurship 101

Thursday, September 9, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Thursday, July 29, 2010 9:00 AM

Solon Branch

So, you have an idea. You want to turn it into a business. Come to this workshop and learn how to assess the feasibility of your idea as well as next steps.  What do you need to know to get your business off the ground? Join us to find out how to research and develop your business concept with experts from Business Advisers of Cleveland. Registration begins on July 29.

Basics of Financial Planning 7:00 PM

Thursday, September 09, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, June 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Meeting room

Basics of Financial Planning Thursday September 9 7-8:30 PM

Mr. Houston of WECO fund will discuss financial planning.  Registration Required.

Franchising…Is It for Me?

Thursday, September 09, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:00 AM

Strongsville Branch: Meeting Room

Join us to explore the world of franchising. Is franchising the way to go? Learn the opportunities and challenges of a franchise business. Meet and hear from business owners that have embarked on franchising.  Registration requested.  Click on program name for more information and to register.

Happy Healthy Me

Thursday, September 09, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch: storyroom

Susan Weber will bring to life Rudy Raccoon. Join Rudy and learn about healthy habits.

Computer Essentials

Friday, September 10, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, August 10, 2010 9:00 AM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

This class, geared toward the computer novice, offers an overview of basic computer parts, using the mouse and keyboard, and an introduction to the Microsoft Windows operating system.

Registration is required and begins on Tuesday August 10th at 9:00 a.m. 

Family Friendly Book Discussion

Friday, September 10, 2010 10:00 AM - 11:59 AM

Chagrin Falls Branch

 Parents and caregivers, join us for a relaxed discussion while the kids play!

We will be discussing Major Pettigrew's Last Stand, by Helen Simonson.

Coffee, tea and toys provided.

Cancelled - Jim and Co. Family Entertainment

Friday, September 10th / 10-11:00 am

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Warrensville Branch: Large Meeting Room

Jim and Company has been cancelled -- sorry for any inconvenience!

Internet Essentials

Friday, September 10, 2010 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, August 10, 2010 9:00 AM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Struggling to wade through the sea of information online? Learn how to find what you're looking for and make sure it's from a trusted source on the Internet.

Registration is required and begins on Tuesday, August 10th at 9:00 a.m.

September Book Sale

September 10, 11, & 12, 2010

Orange Branch: Meeting Room

Support the Friends of the Orange Library and build your personal library!

Senior Friends Booksale 3 PM

Friday, September 10, 2010 3:00 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Friends room

Ektron CMS400 HTML Editor

Friday, September 10th  2010 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

 Join the Friends of the Parma Libraries at the Parma Ridge Branch for a Friends Preview for Seniors 65 years and older who are members of the Friends.  Seniors need to bring ID with age on it plus their Friends membership card, or for $5 they can join the Friends group at the sale.

Suan Weber

Friday, September 10, 2010 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Registration: Thursday, September 02, 2010 9:00 AM through Friday, September 10, 2010 5:00 PM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch: Great Hall

With puppets, guitar, fingerplay and movement, Susan Weber brings to life the story of Rudy Raccoon's Beautiful Birthday. 

Friends Book Sale 9 AM

Saturday, September 11, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Friends room

Join the Friends of the Parma Libraries for their booksale. Friends Preview from 9:00-10:00 AM, General Public, 10:00-2:00 .

Used Book Sale

Saturday, September 11, 2010 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Lower Level

Teen U-Build Computers

Saturday, September 11, 2010 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, June 09, 2010

Southeast Branch: Large Meeting Room

 Did you ever want to know how computers work and what they look like from the inside, parts and all? Would you like to take a computer apart, put it back together and get it working to donate to a local Senior center?
Be part of a great cause, and have fun doing it! For ages 15-18.

SAT Practice Test

Saturday, September 11, 2010 9:30 AM - 2:00 PM

Solon Branch: meeting room

Take a free SAT practice test from the Princeton Review.  Tests will be scored and reviewed.  Learn time management and test strategy techniques at a follow-up session.  Registration Required

SAT Practice Test

Saturday, September 11, 2010 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Registration Starts: Friday, June 11, 2010 9:00 AM

Brecksville Branch: meeting room

Take this free full-length practice test, sponsored by The Huntington Learning Center.  Your test will be scored and results mailed to you.  Please bring #2 pencils, calculator, eraser, and a snack for the break.

Grades 9 and up.

 

Girls Create!

Saturday, September 11, 2010 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Olmsted Falls Branch: meeting room

Nurture your creative side! Together we will explore a variety of art materials and do a project or two. For girls ages 8 - 10 years. Registration required. Click on program name for details.

Word 2007 Essentials

Saturday, September 11, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration: Wednesday, August 11, 2010 through Saturday, September 11, 2010

Maple Heights Branch: Tech Center

 

For beginners, this class introduces the basic features of Microsoft Word 2007. You will learn how to enter and format text, change margins and line spacing, and copy and paste text. Saving and printing tips will also be discussed. Prerequisite: Some experience using a mouse. Please register.

10:00 AM Summer "Just a Book" Drop-In Storytime

Saturdays throughout the year at 10 AM

Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

Stop by the Children's Room on Saturday mornings at 10:00 AM to enjoy just a story or two shared by the library staff. For all ages, children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required.

Fall Planting for Spring Harvest

Saturday, September 11, 2010 10:00 AM

North Royalton Branch

Learn about planting vegetables for harvest in late winter and spring with Christine Harris of the Cuyahoga County Master Gardeners.  Information regarding some annual, biennial and perrennial flowers will also be discussed.  Sponsored by the Friends of the North Royalton Library.  Registration required.

Lego Robotics: Music and Sound 10AM

Saturday, September 11, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

North Olmsted Branch

Using Lego Mindstorms computer software, students will build, program, and control robots that respond to music and sound.  In this musical and fact-filled workshop, students ages 12-16 will have the opportunity to participate in multiple activities.  We'll program robots to dance to music, play notes after performing fun tasks, and play notes by color.  Space is limited!  Registratin required.

Happy Healthy Me 10 AM

Saturday, September 11, 2010 10:00 AM

Registration Starts: Thursday, September 02, 2010

Parma-Snow Branch: meeting room

With puppets, guitar, finger play and movement, Susan Weber brings to life the story of Rudy Raccoon's Beautiful Birthday. Tempted by sugary snacks and rescued by humor, understanding and love, Rudy learns about healthy habits from his helpful friends. Susan's story, songs and nursery rhymes use rich vocabulary, alliteration and rhyming words to reinforce good hygiene, nutrition, exercise and rest.  

Club Otaku - Japanese Anime and Manga Fans

Saturday, September 11, 2010 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Meeting Room

Love manga and anime? This is the place to be! Meet new friends at our monthly meetings. Watch anime, draw, play Japanese-made video games, and more.

Fall Lego Club

Saturdays at 11 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Meeting Room

Join us to build with Legos and Duplos (for preschoolers). Once a month on Saturday we will meet to explore a different construction theme. Open to all children. Preschoolers must be accompanied by a caregiver. You supply the imagination and we supply the blocks.
Fall meeting dates are Saturdays Sept 11, Oct 9, and November 6.

Registration link will appear on September 1 at 9 AM.

She Swallowed A Fly? Oh My!

Saturday, September 11, 2010 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 16, 2010 9:00 AM

Brook Park Branch: Large Meeting Room

Kids in Kindergarten to Grade 4 . . . join us for some zany fun based upon the classic and silly song "I Know An Old Lady Who Swallowed A Fly."   Enjoy funny stories, lively games, and make a cool craft to take home!   Registration required.   Click on program name for details.

Sith Happens: Teen SF/Fantasy Club

Saturday, September 11, 2010 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Meeting room

Do you grok Spock? Want to discuss Doctor Who? Just wild about Harry Potter? Join us fellow lovers of all things to do with Science Fiction and Fantasy at our new monthly club where we talk about the latest news in Geekdom, watch some of our favorite shows, and read some of our favorite stories from SF/Fantasy in fiction and graphic novels.

Word 2007 Essentials 1 PM

Saturday, September 11, 2010 1:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 11, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Tech Lab

Word 2007 Essentials Saturday September 11 1-3  PM

For beginners, this class introduces the basic features of Microsoft Word.  Prerequisite:  Some experience using a mouse.  Registration required and begins August 11.  Register online, in person or by calling 440-888-4300

Teen G2P Fall 2010

Saturday, September 11, 2010 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Garfield Heights Branch

 G2P: Got2Play! Teen Video Game Group

Ages 11-18/ please register

Join  the Teen Video Game Group for monthly games!  Play video games with other teens. 

 

Teen Advisory Group - September 2010

Saturday, September 11th, 2010, 3:00 - 4:00 PM

Registration: Monday, August 09, 2010 9:00 AM through Thursday, September 09, 2010 5:00 PM

Middleburg Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Help make the library a cool place for teens – join our Teen Advisory
Group! We’ll meet monthly to plan teen programs, discuss books, movies and
music, and have snacks! Sponsored by the Friends of the Middleburg Heights Library.

Grandparents Day

Saturday 3 PM 9/11

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-South Branch: meeting room

Celebrate Grandparents Day by bringing your grandparent to the library for a fun program.  Registration required.

Click on program name for details.

Happy Healthy Me

Saturday, September 11, 2010 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Registration Starts: Thursday, September 02, 2010 9:00 AM

Independence Branch: Meeting Room

With puppets, guitar, finger play and movement, Susan Weber brings to life the story of Rudy Raccoon's Beautiful Birthday.  Tempted by sugary snacks and rescued by humor, understanding and love, Rudy learns about healthy habits from his helpful friends.  Susan's story, songs and nursery rhymes use rich vocabulary, alliteration and rhyming words to reinforce good hygiene, nutrition, exercise and rest.

Chalk Walk

Sunday, September 12, 2010 10:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Berea Branch: Outside the library along Coe Lake

Annual Chalk Walk at the Berea Arts Fest sponsored by the Friends of the Berea Library.

Gund School Visits the Orange Library

Monday, September 13, 2010

Orange Branch

Gund School visits the Orange Branch for a special book-related craft.

GED Orientation

Monday, September 13, 2010 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Study for the GED with our free GED classes! This mandatory orientation will allow you to attend classes at either the Maple Heights, Garfield Heights, Warrensville, or Southeast (Bedford) library.

PowerPoint 2007 Essentials

Monday, September 13, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration Starts: Friday, August 13, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Lower Level Meeting Room A

Kindermusik-Toddlers

Monday, September 13, 2010 10:00 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

  Join Kindermusik of Cleveland for musical fun and learning.  Your child, ages 18 months to 3 1/2 years will learn language and literacy skills along with social and emotional development.  This event is free but registration is required.  Click program name for details.

Monday Morning Book Discussion The Street of a Thousand Blossoms by Gail Tsukiyama

Monday, September 13, 2010 10:00 AM

Registration Starts: Sunday, August 01, 2010

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Join our Monday Morning Book Discussion Group as we meet to discuss The Street of a Thousand Blossoms by Gail Tsukiyama.

Beachwood Job Club: Guest Speaker Chef Michael Lyons

Monday, September 13, 2010 10:00 AM

Beachwood Branch

 Many people often wish they could start over and begin a new career, but think they don't have the time, opportunity, or the courage to do so. Michael Lyons not only takes us along his journey of change, but shares some of the techniques and skills that proved valuable in pursuing his dream of becoming a chef.

Kindermusik-Babies

Monday, September 13, 2010 11:00 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 

Join Kindermusik of Cleveland for musical fun and learning.  Your child will learn language and literacy skills along with social and emotiona development.  This event is free but registration is required.  Registration link will appear September 8 at 9:00 AM.   This program is for birth to 18 months.

Introduction to GIMP

Monday, September 13, 2010 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Registration Starts: Friday, August 13, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Lower Level Meeting Room A

GIMP is a free image editing software that you can download onto your home PC.  Learn how this powerful software will allow you to create, retouch and even convert your images to different file formats.  Prerequisite:  Computer Essentials, Word 2007 Essentials.

Children's Play Group

Monday, September 13, 2010 at 1:30 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Brooklyn

Join a new Play Group meeting in the storycraft room.  Meet new friends and socialize with other adults while children play with interactive and educational toys.  Simple snacks and beverages are permitted for children and adults.

Afternoon Book Discussion: The Help by Kathryn Stockett

Monday, September 13, 2010 2:00 PM

Parma-South Branch

Afternoon Book Discussion:  September 13th, 2010:  The Help by Kathryn Stockett

This book discussion is currently full, however Parma-South also has a book discussion that is held on the 3rd Wednesday of the month at 7:30.  If you are interest in being a part of the Wednesday group please click HERE.

Wii Play Mondays

Monday, September 13, 2010 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

North Royalton Branch: Meeting Room

Free-for-all gaming after school every Monday!

Manga Mondays

Monday, September 13, 2010 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Registration Starts: Sunday, August 01, 2010

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch: Meeting Room 4

Consider yourself an otaku? Even if you don’t, but love anime & manga, join the club where we preview great anime on the big screen, discuss our favorite manga, and more. Grades 6-12.

Mondays September 13th, October 25th, & November 1st at 3:30

TAG-Teen Advisory Group

Monday, September 13, 2010 3:30 PM

Brook Park Branch: Story Room

Drop in and enjoy the conversation about your favorite books, movies, and music.

Snacks will be served.

Grades 6-12

 

 

G2P: Wii Mondays 4:00 PM

Monday, September 13, 2010 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Wii Wednesdays has moved!  TEENs and TWEENs get your game on earlier in the week! Students in grades 4-12 can join us each Monday afternoon for a different Wii or PS2 game.  Registration requested.

Short Fiction Workshop

Monday, September 13, 2010 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Registration: Saturday, June 12, 2010 3:00 PM through Monday, September 13, 2010 4:00 PM

Beachwood Branch

Attention teen authors!

GED Orientation

Monday, September 13, 2010 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Study for the GED with our free GED classes! This mandatory orientation will allow you to attend classes at either the Maple Heights, Garfield Heights, Warrensville, or Southeast (Bedford) library.

Snuggle Bug Family Storytime

Mondays, September 13th- October 25th; 6:30-7:00pm

Warrensville Branch

Cuddle up for a program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 24 months and their caregivers! Siblings are also welcome- come join us! No registration required!

Lego Robotics: Music and Sound

Monday, September 13, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Strongsville Branch: Conference Room

 Using Lego Mindstorms computer software, students will build, program, and control robots that respond to music and sound. In this musical and fact-filled workshop, students will have the opportunity to participate in multiple activities. We’ll program robots to dance to music, play notes after performing fun tasks, and play notes by color.  Open to teens ages 12-16.  Registration is required.

Write Time, Write Now

Monday, September 13, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Mayfield Branch: Meeting Room

Calling all writers in any genre to join the Mayfield Writers' Group, which meets every second Monday of each month from 7 - 8 pm.

Acupuncture and Health: The Benefits of Oriental Medicine

Monday, September 13, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration: Tuesday, June 01, 2010 through Monday, September 13, 2010

Brook Park Branch

Licensed Acupuncturist, Ann Driscoll, will discuss the theory of oriental medicine and the many benefits of acupuncture.  Ann Driscoll is professionally certified by the State of Ohio Medical Board as well as the National Commission for Certification of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.  Ann operates her own practice in Lakewood.
 

Become A Touchdown Dad

Monday, September 13, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

North Royalton Branch

Meet author David Justus as he shares the inspiring story of one man's challenges with being a father. With the help of a fictional college-football team, a fatherhood coach and a narrative both informative and entertaining, discover the problems all men face being a father, from enforcing the rules to protecting their children to being a good provider.  Registration requested.

Knitting Basics for Beginners

Monday, September 13, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Independence Branch: Conference Room

If you have always wanted to learn how to knit, join our Knitting Basics for Beginners series.  Please bring a skein of worsted weight yarn and a pair of US 8 knitting needles.  Limited class size.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Independence Library.

Computer Essentials

Monday, September 13, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration: Tuesday, July 13, 2010 through Monday, September 13, 2010

Olmsted Falls Branch: Meeting room

  A class for beginners covering basic computer parts, using the keyboard and mouse, and an introduction to the Microsoft Windows operating system. Registration is required for this class.

 

Monday Evening Book Discussion

Monday, September 13, 2010 7:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Conference Room

Ongoing book discussion the 1st Monday of the Month except September.

Anime Club

Monday, September 13, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Southeast Branch: Large Meeting Room

Join us for Anime Club to play animated wii games, use the Internet and play Yu-Gi-Oh trading card games. Always popular, we sometimes set up 2 screens for dual-game play! Ages 11-18 welcome!

Escape & Survive

Monday, September 13, 2010 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Gates Mills Branch

 Learn important practical simple things you can do to protect yourself. No lengthy training. NO complicated moves. Just common sense ways to get yourself out of danger, escape and survive. Class size is limited to 30. Registration Required. Ages 12 and up.

Star Struck Science

Monday, September 13, 2010 7 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 02, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-South Branch

How can scientists study stars that are trillions of miles away? How did philosophers
know that the Earth was round 500 years ago? Why is Pluto no longer considered a
planet? Try your hand at some activities that investigate intriguing astronomy questions. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required.

Mother/ Daughter Book Discussion (4th/5th Grade)

Monday, September 13, 2010 7:30 PM

Registration Starts: Thursday, August 05, 2010 9:00 AM

Solon Branch: Story/craft room

Book discussion for girls in grades 4-5 and their mothers. Registration required. Click on program name for details.

Evening Book Discussion: House on Mango Street

Monday, September 13, 2010 7:30 PM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Join us for an evening discussion filled with lively conversation about books you'll love to talk about.

This month's title is House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros. 

Putting Away Childish things-Tuesday book discussion

Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Gates Mills Branch: meeting room

Putting Away childish Things: a Tale of Modern Faith is the fictional tale of Kate, a professor of religion. Marcus J. Borg uses her syllabus to teach readers what she teaches her students.

GED Orientation

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Study for the GED with our free GED classes! This mandatory orientation will allow you to attend classes at either the Maple Heights, Garfield Heights, Warrensville, or Southeast (Bedford) library.

All About Alzheimer's Disease 10:00 AM

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch: meeting room

All About Alzheimer's Disease Tuesday, September 14 10:00 AM-Noon

Discuss Alzheimer's Disease prevention and management. Registration Required.

Breakfast Books 10:00 AM

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 10:00 AM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, August 10, 2010

Parma-Ridge Branch: Tech Lab

Breakfast Books Tuesday September 14 10:00 AM-12:00 PM

Are you a morning person?  Join us to enjoy coffee and doughnuts and discuss The Children of Men by P.S. James.  Registration required.

Kindermusik! 18 months - 3.5 years

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 10:00 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:00 AM

Orange Branch: Meeting Room

 Join Kindermusik of Cleveland for musical fun and learning. Your child will learn language and literacy skills along with social and emotional development. Registration required beginning Wednesday, August 4 at 9:00 a.m.

Tuesday, September 14 10:00 a.m.

Ages 18 months to 3.5 years with caregiver

NOTE: Ages Birth - 18 months may register for the 11:00 a.m. class.

Beachwood Community Center Book Discussion

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 10:30 AM

Beachwood Branch

Swan Thieves by Eizabeth Kostova

Kindermusik! Birth - 18 months

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 11:00 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:00 AM

Orange Branch: Meeting Room

Join Kindermusik of Cleveland for musical fun and learning. Your child will learn language and literacy skills along with social and emotional development. Registration required beginning Wednesday, August 4 at 9:00 a.m.

Tuesday, September 14 11:00 a.m.

Ages Birth - 18 months with caregiver

NOTE: Ages 18 months to 3.5 years may register for the 10:00 a.m. class.

Just for Teens-Surprise Tuesdays

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 3:00 PM

Mayfield Branch

Teens in grades 6-12 can drop in on Tuesdays for a surprise activity which may include crafts, games and more!

What's On Your Plate?

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, July 26, 2010

Independence Branch: Meeting Room

Join us for free chios, guacamole, and a movie!  This witty and informative program addresses the same ideas behind Chipotle's Food With Integrity philosophy, as well as the importance of supporting local farms and knowing where your food comes from.  For ages 10 and up.  Registration is required.

Touchdown for Reading Kickoff Event

Tuesday, September 14 3:00 PM

North Olmsted Branch: Large meeting room

Join us and the Cleveland Browns for a kickoff event for Touchdown for Reading. Meeting a Cleveland Browns player, learn how to play the game, and what you could win.  Pizza and refreshments provided by the Friends of the North Olmsted Library.

For grades 4 through 8.  Registration required.

Register in peron, by phone, or by using the link below.

Ohio Benefit Bank Assistance

08/31/2010

Registration Starts: Tuesday, August 31, 2010 9:00 AM

Warrensville Branch

A Benefit Bank Counselor from the Ohio Benefit Bank will offer free help applying for SNAP (formerly called Food Stamps), Home Energy Assistance or Children's Health Care Insurance.  Drop in or call for an appointment with Diane (216-276-9092).

History of the Cleveland Botanical Garden (1930-2010)

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 02, 2010 9:00 AM

Gates Mills Branch: Meeting Room

Celebrate 80 years with the Cleveland Botanical Garden’s Librarian, Gary Esmonde, and go down memory lane with boathouses, books, and the famous White Elephant sale.  This presentation highlights archival photographs of the Garden’s illustrious past.

The Cleveland Botanical Garden presentation is part of the University Circle in the Valley cultural series at the Gates Mills Branch Library.

Tween Time Tuesdays

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Berea Branch

Students Grades 4 & up will enjoy a variety of activities, light refreshments, and some service opportunities. Meetings are every second Tuesday, September through December. Registration required.

Student Friends

Tuesdays 9/14, 10/05, 11/02 and 12/07 at 4PM

Registration Starts: Saturday, July 31, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room B

Are you always at the library after school? Are you in grades 4-7? Then you should join the Parma Heights Student Friends and have some fun. Wii games, snacks and making stuff you can use are just the beginning. PHSF will meet Tuesdays at  4:00-5:00 on 9/14, 10/05, 11/02 and 12/07 at the Parma Heights Library.

Tween Scene Tuesdays 4:00 PM

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Grades 4-7.  Explore art, stories, hands-on computer and gaming activities, volunteer and leadership opportunities.  Registration requested.

Student Friends 4:00 PM

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Grades 3-8.  Ready to lend a helping hand? Join us and volunteer to help out your library and your community. Registration requested.

Story Bingo

Tuesday, September 14 from 4:15- 5 p.m.

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

For students in grades 1-3.

Listen to a story, play bingo and win prizes!  Registration required.  Click on program name for details.

GED Orientation

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 5:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Study for the GED with our free GED classes! This mandatory orientation will allow you to attend classes at either the Maple Heights, Garfield Heights, Warrensville, or Southeast (Bedford) library.

6:30 PM Fun with Music

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 6:30 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 18, 2010 9:00 AM

Brecksville Branch: Meeting Room

Enjoy this high energy music and movement program for ages Birth through 5 years old with a caregiver.  Siblings may also attend.  Sponsored by First Chair Music Programs.  Register beginning August 18.

The Google Game 7:00 PM

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Children's Assistant, Lee Ikimis will be leading a special computer program for kids and their parents designed to teach them effective skills needed to find helpful and accurate information for school assignments and research projects. Registration is required, and spaces are limited.  Children must attend with a parent or adult guardian.  Please enter each child separately if more than one.

Tween the Pages Book Club: Out of My Mind

Tuesday 7 PM 9/14

Registration Starts: Wednesday, June 09, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-South Branch: meeting room

Grades 5 & 6: Tweens in grades 5 & 6 are invited to join the Tween the Pages book club, a monthly book discussion group.  Join us for food, fun, and a lively discussion of Out of My Mind by Sharon Draper.  Stop by the children’s or teen department to pick up a copy of the book.  Registration required.

Click on program name for details.

Power Over Pain

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Registration: Saturday, August 14, 2010 9:00 AM through Tuesday, September 14, 2010 12:00 PM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch: Sun Porch

Are you experiencing problems with pain?  Would you like to know how to better manage your pain and increase your quality of life?  Come and join us for “Power Over Pain,” where you learn techniques to manage pain and increase your comfort.

Small Business Series--How To Start A Small Business

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 7:00 PM

Southeast Branch: Large Meeting Room

 You want to start your own business but you don’t know where to begin. John Kirn of Cleveland Business Advisors will present the information that you need to get started on entrepreneurial journey.

This program is part of the Small Business series being presented at the Southeast Branch by the Cleveland Business Advisors and the Small Business Administration.

Acupuncture and Health: The Benefits of Oriental Medicine

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Registration: Thursday, July 01, 2010 9:00 AM through Tuesday, September 14, 2010

Berea Branch

Licensed Acupuncturist, Ann Driscoll, will discuss the theory of oriental medicine and the many benefits of acupuncture.  Ann Driscoll is professionally certified by the State of Ohio Medical Board as well as the National Commission for Certification of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.  Ann operates her own practice in Lakewood.
 

Word Essentials

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 23, 2010

Warrensville Branch: Large meeting room

This class is an introduction to Microsoft Word 2007.  Registration is required and begins Monday, August 23rd. Space is limited.

History of the Cleveland Botanical Garden (1930-2010)

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 02, 2010 9:00 AM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Meeting Room

Celebrate 80 years with the Cleveland Botanical Garden’s Librarian, Gary Esmonde, and go down memory lane with boathouses, books, and the famous White Elephant sale. This presentation highlights archival photographs of the Garden’s illustrious past.

The Cleveland Botanical Garden presentation is part of the University Circle in the Valley cultural series at the Chagrin Falls Branch Library.

Feed by M. T. Anderson

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Orange Branch: Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of Feed by M. T. Anderson.  Refreshments will be served and participants will have a chance to win a free book!

In a future where most people have computer implants in their heads to control their environment, a boy meets an unusual girl who is in serious trouble.

Vintage Cleveland

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 16, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch: Meeting Room

Take a walk down memory lane when Jim Toman presents the history of Public Square, the Lakefront and Doan's Corners. Registration is required beginning August 16th.

Star Struck Science

Tuesday, September 14, 2010 7 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 02, 2010 9:00 AM

Mayfield Branch

How can scientists study stars that are trillions of miles away? How did philosophers
know that the Earth was round 500 years ago? Why is Pluto no longer considered a
planet? Try your hand at some activities that investigate intriguing astronomy questions. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required.

 

Internet Essentials

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration: Tuesday, July 27, 2010 9:00 AM through Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Warrensville Branch: Large meeting room

 Struggling to wade through the sea of information online? Learn how to find what you’re looking for and make sure it’s from a trusted source.

Power Point 2007 Essentials

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 16, 2010

Maple Heights Branch: Technology Lab

Geared toward the beginner, this class offers an overview of Microsoft PowerPoint, a software program for designing creative presentations and slideshows. Create a simple presentation and learn how to use this program to produce effective printed materials. Prerequisite: Word Basics or some experience using Microsoft Word.

Introduction to Gimp

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, July 14, 2010

Maple Heights Branch: Tech center

 GIMP is free image editing software that you can download on to your home pc. Learn how this powerful software will allow you to create, retouch, and even convert your images to different file formats.  Prereq: Computer Essentials, Word 2007 Essentials

Third Wednesday Book Discussion

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 1:00 PM

Beachwood Branch

Secret Daughter by Shilipi Somaya Gowda

Publisher 2007

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, July 27, 2010 9:00 AM

Warrensville Branch: Large meeting room

Learn how to make attractive flyers using this desktop publishing program. Prerequisite: Work Essentials or familiarity with Word. Particiapants must be able to highlight, cut/copy/paste and save a file.

Lego Robotics: Music and Sound

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, July 26, 2010 9:00 AM

Warrensville Branch

 Using Lego Mindstorms computer software, students will build, program, and control robots that respond to music and sound. In this musical and fact-filled workshop, students will have the opportunity to participate in multiple activities. We’ll program robots to dance to music, play notes after performing fun tasks, and play notes by color.

Wednesday Knit-Crochet Nights

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch

Do you knit or crochet or would like to learn how?  Join us Wednesday evenings.

Sadie the Cello Lady

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch

Share the gift of music and fun in this delightful program.  With traditional cello music and nursery tunes, Sadie uses animal sounds and movement to illustrate how the cello works.

Register total number attending, including any adults, e.g. Family Smith 5

Ages Pre-K - Grade 5.  Register online, in person or by phone at 440.333.4700 beginning Wednesday, September 8th at 9:00 AM.

Author John Tidyman

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 7:00 PM

Bay Village Branch

John Tidyman author of Gimme Rewrite sweetheart: Tales from the Last Glory Days of Cleveland Newspapers will talk about what it was like to be a newspaper reporter in Cleveland in it's hayday. Book sale and signing to follow the presentation. Registration required.

Sponsored by the Bay Village Friends of the Library

Wednesday Evening Book Discussion

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Strongsville Branch: Conference Room

The Wednesday Evening Book discussion is open to all adults with an interest in reading and discussing books.  Click on program name for more information.

Resume Tips and Tricks

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 7:00 PM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Join us for a free resume writing workshop.  One of our Career Counselors will show you how to make your resume stand out from the rest!

Registration is required.

Civil War Monuments of Ohio

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Friday, January 29, 2010 9:00 AM

Brecksville Branch: Meeting Room

Calling all Civil War buffs!  Harold George, historian and author, will present a fascinating presentation on his book, Civil War Monuments.  Why the war monuments were built,  who built them,  how much they cost,  the materials used,  and the different types of monuments erected are just a few of the subjects that will be discussed.  A display of monuments, in a “then” and “now” format, will be shown using turn-of-the-century post cards.  Copies of the book, "Civil War Monuments of Ohio", will be available for purchase following the talk.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Brecksville Library.  Registration required.

Acupuncture and Health: The Benefits of Oriental Medicine

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Registration: Thursday, July 01, 2010 through Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room A

Licensed Acupuncturist Ann Driscoll will discuss the theory of oriental medicine and the many benefits of acupuncture.  Ann Driscoll is professionally certified by the State of Ohio Medical Board as well as the National Commission for Certification of Acupuncture and Oriental Medicine.  Ann operates her own practice in Lakewood.

3rd Wednesday Family Storytime 7PM

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

North Olmsted Branch: Story Room

Join us for a program of stories, rhymes, songs and fingerplays for children from birth - 5 and their caregivers.  Fun for the whole family!  No registration necessary.

Star Struck Science

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 02, 2010 9:00 AM

Orange Branch

How can scientists study stars that are trillions of miles away? How did philosophers
know that the Earth was round 500 years ago? Why is Pluto no longer considered a
planet? Try your hand at some activities that investigate intriguing astronomy questions. Children must be accompanied by an adult. Registration required.

Star Party

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 7:00 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Lower Level Meeting Room

Explore the night sky with the Cuyahoga Astronomical Association and learn about the stars, constellations and planets that you can see from your backyard.  In case of inclement weather, come inside the library to learn how telescopes work and what's in the night sky.  Children must be accompanied by an adult.  Registration required.

Wednesday Evening Book Discussion

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 7:15 PM

Registration Starts: Saturday, May 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Independence Branch: Meetng Room

Please join us for a casual and lively book discussion of The Tender Bar: A Memoir by J. R. Moehringer.  Please register if you are new to the discussion group.  All are welcome!

Cleveland Orchestra Community Concert Preview

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 02, 2010 9:00 AM

Chagrin Falls Branch: meeting room

Unlock the magic of music that The Cleveland Orchestra will perform for its 2010-11 Opening Night at Severance Hall (Stravinsky's Rite of Spring).  This FREE preview, geared to both new and experienced music lovers, will include background on the composers and compositions, plus guided listening to musical excerpts.  Don’t miss the opportunity to learn about this Cleveland Orchestra program with other music lovers in an informal setting!   

Evening Book Discussion - Speed of Dark

Wednesday, September 15, 2010 7:30 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-South Branch: Meeting room

Join staff member Judy Suchocki for an inersting and lively discussion.

Registration required.

Click on program name for details.

Gund School Visits the Orange Library

Thursday, September 16, 2010

Orange Branch

Gund School visits the Orange Branch for a special book-related craft.

Cleveland Orchestra Community Concert Preview

Thursday, September 16, 2010 10:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 02, 2010 9:00 AM

Gates Mills Branch: meeting room

Unlock the magic of music that The Cleveland Orchestra will perform for its 2010-11 Opening Night at Severance Hall (Stravinsky's Rite of Spring). This FREE preview, geared to both new and experienced music lovers, will include background on the composers and compositions, plus guided listening to musical excerpts. Don’t miss the opportunity to learn about this Cleveland Orchestra program with other music lovers in an informal setting!

Home School Book Discussion: Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing

Thursday 11 AM 9/16

Registration Starts: Friday, June 11, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

Calling all homeschoolers! Join us for a lively discussion of Tales of a Fourth Grade Nothing by Judy Blume. Registration required.

Click on program name for details.

Fabulously Fit Seniors

Thursday, September 16, 2010 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Registration: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:00 AM through Wednesday, September 01, 2010

Warrensville Branch

Want to stay in shape and increase your metabolism without worrying about aching bones and joints? Come join us for a series of fitness programs involving chair exercises. Loose fitting clothing and comfortable shoes are all you need. Plus, gain helpful hints on hot topics such as Celiac disease, healthy cooking, and diabetes. Healthy snack will be provided. Registration requested.

Third Thursday Book Club

Thursday, September 16, 2010 2:00 PM

Beachwood Branch

Secret Daughter by Shilpi Somaya Gowda

Thursday Afternoon Book Discussion

Thursday, September 16, 2010 2:15 PM

Registration Starts: Saturday, May 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Independence Branch: Meeting Room

Please join us for a casual and lively book discussion of  The Tender Bar: A Memoir by J.R. Moehringer.  Please register if you are new to the group.  All are welcome!

Just for Teens-Anime~Manga Club

Thursday, September 16, 2010 3:00 PM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

Otaku or not, you'll have fun!  Watch anime, discuss your favorite shows and books, and more. Grades 6-12.

Student Friends

Thursdays, September 16th, October 21st, November 18th and December 16th / 3:30 - 4:30 pm

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Warrensville Branch: Small Meeting Room

We're looking for a few good volunteers in grades 3-6! Some of our projects help the library or Warrensville Heights community, and some are just for fun! Light refreshments will be provided. Separate resistration is suggested for each monthly meeting.

Teen SPOT - Service Projects On Thursdays

Thursday, September 16, 2010 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Registration Starts: Sunday, August 01, 2010

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch: Teen Room

Looking for something fun to do in the Teen Room after school?  Want to help others and make a difference in your community?  Then come to SPOT!  Service Projects on Thursdays will take place one Thursday each month in the Teen Room.  Teens will be involved in creative activities and projects that will benefit people in need in our own community! Thursdays listed below from 3:30-5 pm.

September 16th, October 7th, & November 18th

Book Buddies (grades 7 -11)

Thursday 9/16/2010 4:00 PM

Registration: Thursday, July 01, 2010 9:00 AM through Tuesday, September 14, 2010 5:30 PM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room A

Parma Heights branch library is looking for teens that are enthusiastic about reading and want to share this gift with young readers in Kindergarten through 3rd grade.  We read books and play word games that strengthen literacy skills in young children.  This program qualifies for community service.  Please register for all four dates.

Write It Out

Thursdays, 4-5pm, 9/16 - 12/9

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Craft/Storytime Room

Come hang with teens just like you and write creative, horror, even crazy stories -- as you watch your writing improve!

For teens in grades 6 - 12.  The program runs from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. every Thursday, from September 16 - December 9 (no meeting on Nov. 25).  Registration is preferred.  You can register online, in person or by calling 440-333-4700.

Fall Book Buddies Grades K-2

Thursdays 9/16, 10/14, 11/18, and 12/16 @ 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room A

 Boys and girls in grades K-2 “buddy up” with an older reader.  Registration is requested.  Program meets on Thursdays 9/16, 10/14, 11/18, and 12/16 from 4-5 p.m.  Click on program name for details.

Brecksville Friends of the Library Book Sale

Thursday, September 16, 2010 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Brecksville Branch: Meeting Room

Find a wonderful selection of bargains at our Friends Book Sale on Thursday, September 16th (Friends of the Library Only Preview) 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.; Friday September 17th from 9:00 a.m. --4:30 p.m. and Saturday, September 18th from 9:00 a.m. -- 4:30 p.m.

Teens @ the Library

Thursday, September 16, 2010 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Solon Branch: meeting room

Join us for volunteer opportunities to work with children and help with library activities.  For students in Grades 7 and up.

Comix Quest

Thursday, September 16, 2010 4:30 PM

Strongsville Branch: Storytime Room

Join us for a book discussion of a different kind!  This month's title is Batman: Death Mask.  Stop by the Children's Desk to register and pick up a copy of the book.

An Evening with Chef Bev Shaffer

Thursday, September 16, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

Registration: Friday, May 28, 2010 5:00 PM through Thursday, September 16, 2010 6:30 PM

Brook Park Branch: Large Meeting Room

Popular Chef Bev Shaffer will discuss food writing and present tales of cookbook writing.  Her books will be available for sale and can be autographed after the program.

Short Fiction Workshop for Teens

Thursday, September 16th from 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Registration: Monday, August 16, 2010 9:00 AM through Thursday, September 16, 2010 3:00 PM

Middleburg Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Join Kent State University writing instructor Stephanie Sesic for a two hour workshop on short story writing for teens in grades 6-12. This crash course will provide simple guidelines to help you write better stories. Registration required.

Family Storytime

Thursday, September 16, 2010 6:30 PM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

Great books and  stories for kids age 2-8.  Lots of silly songs and games to keep the whole family singing and playing along.  Every Thursday night at 6:30 upstairs in Room 3

Twilight Treats 7 PM (Children)

Thursdays, 9/16, 10/21, 11/18, 12/16 @ 7:00 PM

Independence Branch: Story/Craft Room

During this drop-in story and craft program for children ages 2-5, we'll start with some great stories and finish with a simple craft.  Parents must attend with children.  No registration necessary.  Program runs from 7-8 PM.

It's a Girl's World

Thursday, September 16 from 7-8:00 p.m.

Registration Starts: Thursday, August 19, 2010 9:00 AM

Bay Village Branch: Meeting room

For girls in grades 4 -5.

Girls are invited to bring an adult female friend for some fun. We will discuss a good book, share a snack and try a related project.  Registration is required.  Click on program name for details.

LinkedIn 101

Thursday, September 16, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

North Royalton Branch

The website LinkedIn is one of the most popular business networking tools in the world today.  Targeted for beginners, join a Library Career Counselor to learn how to set up a profile, find groups to join and create a network.  Registration requested.

Start Your Own Business: Entrepreneurship 101

Thursday, September 16, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:00 AM

Olmsted Falls Branch

So, you have an idea. You want to turn it into a business. Come to this workshop and learn how to assess the feasibility of your idea as well as next steps.  What do you need to know to get your business off the ground? Join us to find out how to research and develop your business concept with experts from Business Advisers of Cleveland. Registration requested.

Gund School Visits the Orange Library

Friday, September 17, 2010

Orange Branch

Gund School visits the Orange Branch for a special book-related craft.

Fall Make and Takes

Friday - Sunday 9/17-9/19 during library hours

Parma-South Branch: children's department

 Drop in and make a craft to take home. Make and takes are available until supplies run out.

Click on program name for details.

Brecksville Friends of the Library Book Sale

Friday, September 17, 2010 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Brecksville Branch: Meeting Room

Find a wonderful selection of bargains at our Friends Book Sale on Thursday, September 16th (Friends of the Library Only Preview) 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.; Friday September 17th from 9:00 a.m. --4:30 p.m. and Saturday, September 18th from 9:00 a.m. -- 4:30 p.m.

Through the Eyes of the Artist

Friday, September 17, 2010 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Beachwood Branch

An exclusive experience into the remarkable lives and times of our favorite artists
presented by Felicia Zavarella Stadelman

This month's artist : Vincent Van Gogh

Fabulous Fridays

Friday, September 17, 2010 4:15 PM

Solon Branch: Story/craft room

Children ages preschool and older are invited to drop-in for some fun activities that encourage learning, movement, and participation. No registration needed.

Brecksville Friends of the Library Book Sale

Saturday, September 18, 2010 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Brecksville Branch: Meeting Room

Find a wonderful selection of bargains at our Friends Book Sale on Thursday, September 16th (Friends of the Library Only Preview) 4:00 - 6:00 p.m.; Friday September 17th from 9:00 a.m. --4:30 p.m. and Saturday, September 18th from 9:00 a.m. -- 4:30 p.m.

Social Networking and Your Business

Saturday, September 18, 2010 10:00 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:00 AM

Maple Heights Branch

Come and discover how social networking platforms such as Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter can be used to incubate business ideas, identify venture opportunities, find employees and market your product. Registration requested.

AGES 15-18: Teen Techies computer class orientation

Saturday, September 18, 2010 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, June 09, 2010

Southeast Branch: Large Meeting Room

 FOR AGES 15-18: Prerequisite to participate in Teen Techies computer classes for assisting Seniors with computer skills. Teens will have a one-hour manditory orientation on September 18th for communicating to and assisting Seniors. Teens must attend orientation in order to participate in the computer classes for the following weeks.

Fabulously Fit

Saturday, September 18, 2010 at 10 AM

North Royalton Branch

Want to stay in shape and increase your metabolism without worrying about aching bones and joints? Join us for an hour of low impact aerobics and chair exercises. Plus, learn how to make homemade weights using items from your kitchen. Registration requested.

10:00 AM Summer "Just a Book" Drop-In Storytime

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Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

Stop by the Children's Room on Saturday mornings at 10:00 AM to enjoy just a story or two shared by the library staff. For all ages, children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required.

SAT Practice Test

Saturday, September 18, 2010 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Strongsville Branch

Take a practice SAT and be ready for the real thing.  Sponsored by the Princeton Review.

No Wimpy Kids Allowed!

Saturday, Sept. 18, 10:00 am

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story/Craft Room

Test your knowledge of Greg Heffley and friends with trivia questions and activity challenges -- but try to avoid The Cheese!  Be sure you've carefully read the four Diary of a Wimpy Kid books by Jeff Kinney before arriving!

For grades 3 - 6.  Registration is required.  You my register starting September 8th - online, in person or by calling 440.333.4700.

Saturday Story/Craft 10:30 AM

Saturday Story/Craft at 10:30 a.m.

Solon Branch: Story/Craft room

Easy crafts! Popular themes! Favorite stories! Drop in for our monthly story and craft program for ages 2-5 and a caregiver.

Breakfast Bunch Book Club

Saturday, September 18, 2010 at 10:45 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Brooklyn Branch: Brooklyn

Start your Saturday with the Breakfast Bunch Book Club -- brain food for your mind and your tummy.  We'll read and talk about some of the newest, most exciting and fun books in the library.  Healthy snacks and juice provided by the Student Friends. Registration required for students in grades 3 - 5.

Student Volunteers-Halloween Party Orientation-Gr. 5-12, 11:00 am-12 pm

Saturday, Sept. 18th, 11:00 am-12:00 pm

Registration Starts: Monday, August 09, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Meeting Room

Orientation to plan & prepare Halloween Party for children.  Halloween Party will be held on Saturday, October 30, 10:30-12:30 p.m  For Gr. 5-12.

Registration begins August 9th.

Just 4 U Student Friends

Saturday, September 18, 2010 11:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Strongsville Branch: Storytime Room

Join Just 4 U Student Friends and help your library with volunteer projects and other activities.  Ages 10 - 18. 

Black Expressions African American Book Club: Moth to a Flame

Saturday, September 18, 2010 12:00 PM

Warrensville Branch: Small Meeting Room

Attention Urban and Black Fiction lovers!  Come join us as we discuss Ashley Antoinette's Moth to a Flame.

No Wimpy Kids Allowed!

Saturday, Sept. 18, 2:00 pm

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story/Craft Room

Test your knowledge of Greg Heffley and friends with trivia questions and activity challenges -- but try to avoid The Cheese!  Be sure you've carefully read the four Diary of a Wimpy Kid books by Jeff Kinney before arriving!

For grades 3 - 6.  Registration is required.  You may register starting September 8th - online, in person or by calling 440.333.4700.

Flat Stanley Club 2:00 PM

Saturday, September 18, 2010 2:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Grades K-3.  Join everyone’s favorite half-inch thick boy as he embarks on new adventures!  This story and craft program is based on the new Flat Stanley’s Worldwide Adventures.  Children do NOT need to read the book beforehand to participate.   Registration required.

Live Jazz

Saturday, September 18, 2010 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch: Meeting Room

 Come and enjoy lively jazz music performed by a group of fine musicians in the Greater Cleveland area. The band will play marches, blues, and popular songs from the 1920’s in the ensemble style of such bands as early Louis Armstrong, Kid Ory, and the well-known Preservation Hall Jazz Band. Bring the whole family. Registration requested.

NR Otaku Society For Teens

Saturday, September 18, 2010 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

North Royalton Branch: Meeting Room

Join us on Saturdays for back to school!

Mysteries Through Time and Place-Face Down in the Marrow-bone Pie by Kathy Lynn Emerson

Saturday, September 18, 2010 3:00 PM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

Join us for a lively discussion of mysteries by award winning authors. New members welcomed.  Our group meets every third Saturday of the month at 3pm.  Registration encouraged.   

Face Down in the Marrow-bone Pie by Kathy Lynn Edwards

Fall Toddler Storytime 9:30 AM Mondays

Monday, September 20, 2010 9:30 AM - 9:50 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month old and their caregivers from September 20th through October 25th, 2010. Registration is not required.

Fall 2010 Baby & Me Mondays 10:00 AM

Monday, September 20, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

Strongsville Branch

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers from Sept. 20 to Oct. 25. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Morning Movers 10:00 AM

Monday, September 20, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Caregivers and children ages 1-3 are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and fun.  No registration required.

Fall Toddler Monday

Mondays at 10 AM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Story Room

Caregivers and their little ones aged 19 through 35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs and fingerplays. The summer session runs from September 20 to October 25.

 

10:00 AM Monday Fall Toddler Storytime

Monday 10 AM 9/20

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19 - 35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 20 through Oct. 25.

No registration required.

 

Fall Toddler Storytime Monday 10 AM

Monday, September 20, 2010 10:00 AM

North Royalton Branch

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for children aged 19 – 35 months and their caregivers. This program is offered Mondays from September 20th  through October 25th.

Come and join us! No registration required!

Fall Toddler Storytime

Monday, September 20, 2010 10:00 AM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 20 to Oct. 25.  Registration not required

10:00 AM Fall Baby & Me Storytime

Monday, September 20, 2010 10:00 AM

Brecksville Branch: Meeting Room

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers from September 20 thru October 25. No registration is required.

Baby and Me 10AM

Monday, September 20, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

North Olmsted Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers.

Fall Baby & Me Storytime Mondays 10:00 AM

Monday, September 20, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Storyroom

 

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. Mondays September 20th-October 25th at 10:00 AM.

11:00 a.m. Monday Fall Toddler Storytime

11:00 AM Monday Fall Toddler Storytime from 9/20 - 10/25

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

Caregivers and their little ones ages 19-35 months are invited to join us for a six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories from 9/20 through 10/25 . No registration needed, just join us!

Fall Toddler Storytime 11:00 AM Mondays

Monday, September 20, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:20 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month old and their caregivers from September 20th through October 25th, 2010. Registration is not required.

Fall 2010 Toddler Storytime Mondays 11:30 AM

Monday, September 20, 2010 11:30 AM - 11:55 AM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 20 to Oct. 25.  No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Active Seniors Book Discussion

Monday, September 20, 2010 1:00 PM

Berea Branch

Join us at the Berea Recreation Center as we read and discuss a wide variety of titles.

Monday Afternoon Book Discussion

Monday, September 20, 2010 1:15 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Meeting Room

Fall Monday Preschool Storytime

Mondays from 1:30 - 2:00 PM beeginning September 20, 2010

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

For children ages 3 - 6 years old on Mondays at 1:30 from September 20 through October 25, 2010.

1:30 PM Monday Fall Preschool Storytime

Mondays at 1:30 PM, weekly, from 9/20 through 10/25

Solon Branch: Story/craft Room

A six week program of stories, rhymes, songs and fingerplays for children ages 3-5, but not yet in kindergarten, and a caregiver. Program runs from 9/20 through 10/25. No need to register, just join us!

1:30 PM Fall Preschool Monday Storytime

Monday, September 20, 2010 1:30 PM

Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for children aged 3 to 5 and their caregivers from September 20 thru October 25.  No registration is required.

Aging Eye

Monday, September 20, 2010 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 16, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch: Meeting Room

Just as hair turns gray and skin sags with age, the eyes, too, undergo a metamorphosis as you grow older. Although many of these changes are part of normal aging, some set the stage for more serious eye problems. Nurse educator from the Cleveland Sight Center will discuss normal vision changes and the warning signs of eye diseases. Registration is requested.

Wii Play Mondays

Monday, September 20, 2010 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

North Royalton Branch: Meeting Room

Free-for-all gaming after school every Monday!

G2P: Wii Mondays 4:00 PM

Monday, September 20, 2010 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Wii Wednesdays has moved!  TEENs and TWEENs get your game on earlier in the week! Students in grades 4-12 can join us each Monday afternoon for a different Wii or PS2 game.  Registration requested.

Fall Kids Club

Mondays 9/20-10/25 @ 4 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room B

Stories from "Around the World" for boys and girls in grades 1-4.  Registration is requested, and begins September 8, 2010! 
Program runs Mondays at 4:00 p.m. from September 20 through October 25.

GED Practice Test

Monday, September 20, 2010 4:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Practice taking the GED test for free!  Our proctor will get you acquainted with the testing procedures and score your test.

Fall 2010 School Age Fun Mondays 4:30 PM

Monday, September 20, 2010 4:30 PM - 5:15 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of books, stories, games, songs, and special surprises for grades K – 2nd  from Sept. 20 to Oct. 25.   No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Fall Toddler Storytimes 6:30 PM

Monday, September 20, 2010 6:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Caregivers and their little ones ages 19-35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays on Mondays, September 20th through October 25th at 6:30 PM.

Fall Snuggle Bugs 6:30 PM (Children)

Mondays @ 6:30 PM, 9/20-10/18

Independence Branch: Story/Craft Room

A program of rhymes, songs and stories for 0-35 month olds and their families. Programs run on Mondays from 6:30-6:50, September 20-October 18.

Registration is not required.

Behavior-Based Interviewing

Monday, September 20, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration: Thursday, July 01, 2010 9:00 AM through Monday, September 20, 2010 6:00 PM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Join a Career Counselor to learn how to answer today's tough interview questions.

6:30 PM - Fall Family Storytime

Monday, September 20, 2010 6:30 PM

Southeast Branch: Activity Room

A 25-minute program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3 1/2 - 5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. Click on program title for more information.

Fall Story and a Craft

Mondays, 6:30 PM, from 9/20/2010 thru 10/25/2010

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Olmsted Falls Branch: Meeting Room

Join us for a short story or two and make a simple craft! For ages 3-7 and their caregivers. Please register starting on Wednesday, September 8, 2010, at 9:00 AM for each date that you plan to attend. Click on the program name for details.

Snuggle Bug Family Storytime

Mondays, September 13th- October 25th; 6:30-7:00pm

Warrensville Branch

Cuddle up for a program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 24 months and their caregivers! Siblings are also welcome- come join us! No registration required!

Baby & Me 6:30 PM

Monday, September 20, 2010 6:30 PM - 6:55 PM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Caregivers and children from birth to 18 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and fun while enjoying special bonding time.  No registration required.

Lego Robotics: Music and Sound

07/20/2010

Registration Starts: Monday, August 09, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-South Branch: Meeting Room

Using Lego Mindstorms computer software, students will build, program, and control robots that respond to music and sound.  In this musical and fact-filled workshop, students will have the opportunity to participate in multiple activities.  We'll program robots to dance to music, play notes after performing fun tasks, and play notes by color.

Monday, September 20    6:30-8:30 PM
Ages 12-16  Space is limited

Fall Baby & Me 6:45 PM Mondays

Monday, September 20, 2010 6:45 PM - 7:05 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers.  Program runs from September 20th through October 25th.  No registration required.

Monday Evening Book Discussion: The Street of a Thousand Blossoms by Gail Tsukiyama

Monday, September 20, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Join our Monday Evening Book Discussion group as we discuss The Street of a Thousand Blossoms by Gail Tsukiyama.

Anime Club

Monday, September 20, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Southeast Branch: Large Meeting Room

Join us for Anime Club to play animated wii games, use the Internet and play Yu-Gi-Oh trading card games. Always popular, we sometimes set up 2 screens for dual-game play! Ages 11-18 welcome!

Adult Evening Book Discussion: The Life and Times of the Thunderbolt Kid

Monday, September 20, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Parma-Snow Branch: Conference Room

Register for this discussion by picking up a copy of the book at the Parma Snow Branch beginning August 23rd.

Preschool 7:00 PM

Mondays from September 20th thru October 25th at 7:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Storytime room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 3 and 4 year olds with their caregivers on Mondays, from September 20th to October 25th at 7:00 PM.

There is no registration required, please come when you can.

 

Medical Tests for Every Season of a Woman's Life

Monday, September 20, 2010 7:00 PM

Berea Branch: Large Meeting Room

A registered nurse discusses what you need to know about medical tests that are important for women as well as when to get them and how often. Registration requested.

Fall 2010 Baby & Me Mondays 7:00 PM

Monday, September 20, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:20 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers from Sept. 20 to Oct. 25. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Adult Book Discussion

Monday, September 20, 2010 7-8 PM

Registration: Thursday, June 03, 2010 3:00 PM through Monday, September 20, 2010 6:00 PM

Mayfield Branch: Meeting Room

Loving Frank by Nancy Horan will be discussed. Copies will be available at the Mayfield Library Information Desk one month prior to the discussion.

Click here for book summary. 

Family Storytime

Monday, September 20, 2010 7:00 PM

Berea Branch

Caregivers and their little ones aged 2 through 6 years old are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, sogns, and fingerplays.  Programs run from September 20 through October 25.

7:00 PM Monday Fall Preschool Storytime

Monday 7 PM 9/20

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten from Sept. 20 through Oct. 25.

No registration required.

Knitting Basics for Beginners

Monday, September 20, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Independence Branch: Conference Room

If you have always wanted to learn how to knit, join our Knitting Basics for Beginners series.  Please bring a skein of worsted weight yarn and a pair of US 8 knitting needles.  Limited class size.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Independence Library.

Preschool 7PM

Monday, September 20, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

North Olmsted Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 3-5 years olds not yet in Kindergarten.  Caregivers welcome.

Fearless Public Speaking

Monday, September 20, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Registration: Thursday, July 01, 2010 through Monday, September 20, 2010

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room A

Does the thought of public speaking petrify you? Worry no more. Learn from an expert speaking coach. Use your presentation skills to persuade, inform and motivate. Understand the essentials of voice tone, delivery, pace and speed. What about those dreadful “ums?”  Does appearance really matter? Learn how to reduce bad presentation habits. Examine how body language, eye contact and other facial expressions can be interpreted by your audience.

Color Throughout the Seasons

Monday, September 20, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch

Fall Preschool Storytime Monday 7:00 PM

Monday, September 20, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Storyroom

 

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs and fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. Mondays September 20th- October 25th at 7:00 PM.

My Travels to Costa Rica

Monday, September 20, 2010 7:00 PM

North Olmsted Branch: Large Meeting Room

Have you ever wanted to travel to Costa Rica? Come join us to see and hear of Hanna Abrahamson’s fascinating year long experience as a foreign exchange student in the beautiful country of Costa Rica. 
Open to  adults and teens.

Please register in person, by phone (440-777-6211), or by using the link below.

Book Discussions

Monday, September 20, 2010 7:30 PM

Olmsted Falls Branch: meeting

Join us for discussions of a variety of books. Monday evening discussions meet at the library at 7:30pm. Tuesday discussions are at 3pm at the Jenkins Center.

High School Mother/Daughter Book Discussion

Monday, September 20, 2010 7:30 PM

Solon Branch: meeting room

Join us to talk about teen books while enjoying refreshments.  Copies of the books are available one month before the discussion.  For students in grades 9-12. Registration requested

Tales 4 Tots Storytime Tuesdays

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Orange Branch: Meeting Room

 

Caregivers and children birth to 35 months are welcome to participate in a special program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. 

Tuesdays September 21 - November 30 at 10:00 a.m.  Registration is not required.

Fall Baby & Me Storytime Tuesdays 6:45pm

Tuesday, September 21, 2010

Parma-Ridge Branch: Storyroom

 

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. Tuesdays September 21st-October 26th at 6:45 PM.

Fall Toddler Storytime 9:30 AM Tuesdays

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 9:30 AM - 9:50 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month old and their caregivers from September 21st through October 26th, 2010. Registration is not required.

Preschool Storytime for 3-5s

Tuesdays, September 21st-October 26th at 9:30 a.m.

Middleburg Heights Branch: Storyhour Room

Join us for stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for children ages 3-5.  No registration required -- just drop in!

Fall Tuesday Preschool

Tuesdays at 10:00 AM from September 21 through October 26, 2010

Bay Village Branch: Story room

For children ages 3 - 6 years old on Tuesdays at 10:00 from September 21 through October 26, 2010.

Fall 2010 Toddler Storytime Tuesdays 10:00 AM

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:25 AM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 21 to Oct. 26.  No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Fall Baby & Me

Tuesdays 9/21-10/26 @ 10 AM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room B

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth through 18 months and their caregivers. No registration is necessary! Come and join us!
Program runs Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. from September 21 through October 26.

Tables in Excel 10 AM

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 10:00 AM

Registration Starts: Saturday, August 21, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Tech Lab

Tables in Excel 2007 Tuesday September 21 10 AM- 12 PM

Learn how to manage and manipulate large amounts of data in Microsoft Excel.  Prerequistie: Excel Essentials. Registration is required and begins August 21. Register online, in person or by calling 440-888-4300.

Fall Toddler Storytime, Tuesdays 10 AM

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Olmsted Falls Branch: Meeting Room

 Share a 6 week program of books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for little ones ages 19-35 months and their caregivers from September 21 through October 26. Tuesdays at 10:00 AM.  NO registration is required.

Fall Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 10:00 AM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

3, 4, and 5 year olds not yet in kindergarten are invited to join a program of stories, books, rhymes, songs and finger plays.  Tuesdays, Sept. 21 to Oct. 26  Registration not required.

10:00 AM Fall Toddler Tuesday Storytime

Tuesdays at 10 AM from 9/21-10/26

Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 21 thru Oct. 26. No registration is required.

Fall Baby and Me

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 10:00 AM

Berea Branch

A six seek program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers.  Programs run from September 21 through October 26.

10:00 AM Tuesday Fall Toddler Storytime

Tuesday 10 AM 9/21

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19 - 35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 21 through Oct. 26.

No registration required.

 

Morning Movers

Tuesdays, September 21st - October 26th; 10-10:30 am

Warrensville Branch: Children's Room

Rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories to get little ones up and moving! For ages 1-3 years with a caregiver.  Siblings, preschools and daycares are welcome.  No registration necessary, just come and join in the fun!

Baby and Me Fall Tuesdays

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 10:00 AM through Monday, September 20, 2010 11:59 PM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 Caregivers and their babies ages birth to 18 months are invited to participate in a special program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. Registration is not required.

10:30 AM Tuesday Fall Toddler

10:30 AM Tuesday Fall Toddler from 9/21 thru 10/26

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

Caregivers and their little ones ages 19-35 months are invited to join us for a six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories from 9/21 through 10/26. No registration needed, just join us!

Fall Toddler Storytime 10:30 AM

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 10:30 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Caregivers and their little ones ages 19-35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays. 

Fall Preschool Storytime Tuesday 10:30 AM

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 10:30 AM

North Royalton Branch: Storytime Room

A  six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. This program is offered Tuesdays  from September 21st  through October 26th.

Come and join us! No registration required!

Toddler 10:30 AM

Tuesdays, September 21st thu October 26th at 10:30 AM

Brooklyn Branch: Storytime room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 montholds and their caregivers on Tuesdays, September 21st thu October 26th at 10:30 AM.

There is no registration for this program, please come when you can.

Preschool Storytime Fall

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 10:30 AM

Richmond Branch

 

3,4, and 5 year olds not yet in kindergarten can join us for a program of stories, books, rhymes, songs and fingerplays.  No registration is required.
11:00 AM Fall Toddler Tuesday Storytime

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 11:00 AM

Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 21 thru Oct. 26. No registration is required.

Fall Toddler Storytime

Tuesdays 9/21-10/26 @ 11 a.m.

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room B

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers.  No registration is necessary!  Come and join us!
Program runs Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. from September 21 through October 26.

Preschool Storytime Fall Tuesdays

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 11:00 AM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 3,4, and 5 year olds not yet in kindergarten are invited to join a program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays.  No registration is required.

 

Fall Tuesday Morning Movers

Tuesdays at 11:00 from September 21 through October 26, 2010

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

For children ages 1- 3 years with their caregiver on Tuesdays at 11:00 AM from September 21 through October 26, 2010.

Fall Toddler Storytime 11:00 AM Tuesdays

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:20 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month old and their caregivers from September 21st through October 26th, 2010. Registration is not required.

Fall Toddler Storytimes Tuesdays at 11:00 am

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Storyroom

 

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers. Tuesday September 21st - October 26th.

11:30 AM Tuesday Fall Preschool Storytime

Tuesdays at 11:30 AM, weekly, from 9/21 through 10/26

Solon Branch: Story/craft Room

A six week program of stories, rhymes, songs and fingerplays for children ages 3-5, but not yet in kindergarten, and a caregiver. Program runs from 9/21 through 10/26.

No need to register, just join us!

Fall 2010 Preschool Storytime Tuesdays 11:30 AM

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for ages 3, 4, and 5 years old not yet in Kindergarten with a parent/caregiver from Sept. 21 to Oct. 26. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Charting with Excel 1 PM

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 1:00 PM

Registration Starts: Saturday, August 21, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Tech Lab

Charting with  Excel Tuesday September 21 1-3 PM

 For those already familiar with Excel, this class will demonstrate how to use your Excel data to create charts and graphs.  Previous experience with Microsoft Excel is required.  Registration is required and begins August 21.  Register in person, online or by calling 440-888-4300.

Fall Preschool Tuesday

Tuesdays at 1:30 PM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Story Room

A program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for preschoolers ages 3- 5 not yet in Kindergarten. Programs run from September 21 through October 26.

Third Tuesday Book Discussion

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Upper Level Meeting Room

We will be sharing titles read over the summer. The reading list for the upcoming year will be presented.

Third Tuesday Book Discussion

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Upper Level Meeting Room

We will be sharing titles read over the summer. The reading list for the upcoming year will be presented.

Travelin Tuesdays: Memories at Sea: From Thailand to New Zealand

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 2:00 PM

Brecksville Branch: meeting room

Intrepid traveler Joan Deuch takes us out to sea on the cruise of a lifetime!  Join us as we visit exotic sites of Thailand, Vietnam, Cambodia, Singapore, Australia, Tasmania and New Zealand. 

Book Discussions

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 3:00 PM

Olmsted Falls Branch: meeting

Join us for discussions of a variety of books. Monday evening discussions meet at the library at 7:30pm. Tuesday discussions are at 3pm at the Jenkins Center.

Just for Teens-Surprise Tuesdays

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 3:00 PM

Mayfield Branch

Teens in grades 6-12 can drop in on Tuesdays for a surprise activity which may include crafts, games and more!

G2P: Pokemon DS League

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Meeting room

Back by popular demand! Come to the library and compete for fun or trade Pokemon with other Nintendo DS players and compete together tournament-style with the game "Pokemon Battle Revolution" for the Wii. Also, do you have the skills to beat our Pokemon Masters?

History Mysteries of the Mansion

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 4:00 PM through Tuesday, September 28, 2010 11:59 PM

Registration Starts: Thursday, September 02, 2010 9:00 AM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

Our Library used to be a Mansion and it is filled with mysteries.  Come and explore.  Each program includes a full tour of the Mansion, including places the public doesn't usually see!  Tuesday afternoons,  Sept 21, Sept.28 and Oct.12 at 4:00PM.  Grade levels are approximate and older and younger siblings are always welcome.

Tween Scene Tuesdays 4:00 PM

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Grades 4-7.  Explore art, stories, hands-on computer and gaming activities, volunteer and leadership opportunities.  Registration requested.

Primetime Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 4:00 PM through Tuesday, November 30, 2010 4:00 PM

Orange Branch: meeting room

A program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten on Tuesdays, September 21 - November 30 at 4:00 PM. Registration is not required.

Read-Along Gang

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 at 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Brooklyn Branch: Brooklyn

Grades 2nd & 3rd                                 Registration required.

2nd and 3rd graders are invited to join us for books, games and crafts from September 21 - October 26 at 4:00 PM

Story Bingo

Tuesday, September 21 from 4:15- 5 p.m.

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

For students in grades 1-3.

Listen to a story, play bingo and win prizes!  Registration required.  Click on program name for details.

Fall Family Storytime

Tuesdays at 4:30 PM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Story Room

This program includes stories, songs and fingerplays for 20 minutes. It is for all ages of children with a caregiver. Then, the children will be able to play with toys for about 20 minutes. It is designed to run at the same time as the Kids Book Club so that siblings of club members may attend. However, all are welcome. The fall session runs from September 21 through October 26.

Fall Tuesday Tales

Tuesdays, Sept. 21 - Oct. 2, 4:30 - 5:00

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Children's Story Room

Kindergarten through third grade students are invited to an afternoon of fun stories and a craft!
This four-week session runs Tuesdays, from 4:30 - 5:00 pm, from September 21st  through October 12th, 2010.

You can register beginning September 8th, 2010, in person, online, or by calling 440-333-4700.
NOTE: Please indicate the child's grade level when registering. Example: Mary - 1st.

Help with Heat

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 5:30 PM - 6:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, June 21, 2010

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Worried about this winter's gas bills?  Join Chris Veritch from the Ohio Consumers' Counsel to find out more about your rights as a consumer and what kinds of help you can get to manage your utility bills.

Tuesday Evening Book Club for Teens

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 6:00 PM

Registration Starts: Sunday, August 01, 2010 9:00 PM

Independence Branch: Small Meeting Room

Join us this fall at the Independence Branch for our first annual Teen Book Club!  Every third Tuesday of the month we'll meet to discuss some of the best fiction for Teens currently in print. Registration requested, though not required.

September's Book: Among the Hidden by Margaret Peterson Haddix

Pencil Sketchers: Drawing Inside Out

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:00 PM

North Royalton Branch: Meeting Room

Drawing is all about fun! 

Fall Baby and Me 6:30 PM

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 6:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers on Tuesdays, September 21st through October 26th at 6:30 PM.

Creating Cover Letters

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 23, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch: Meeting Room

A Cover Letter can be the extra zing that will get your resume noticed.  Learn tips and techniques for producing effective cover letters.  Registration is required beginning Monday, August 23rd.

6:30 PM Tuesday Fall Baby & Me Storytime

6:30 PM Tuesday Fall Baby & Me Storytime from 9/21 thru 10/26

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

 

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to eighteen months and their caregivers from 9/21 through  10/26. No registration needed, just join us!

Fall Twilight Tales

Tuesdays at 6:45 from September 21 through October 26, 2010

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

For children ages birth - 5 years, their parents, and siblings.  Join us on Tuesdays at 6:45 from September21 through October 26, 2010.

Family Pajama Party Storytime 6:45 PM

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 6:45 PM - 7:30 PM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Families are invited to wear their pajamas and share a program of books, rhymes, and songs that they get to choose!  No registration required.  Click on program name for more details.

Fall Preschool Storytime 7 PM Tuesdays

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers from September 21st  through October 26th. Registration not required.

Girls in Bay Book Club

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Bay Village Branch: Meeting Room

6th Grade

Girls in 6th grade are invited to bring an adult female friend for some fun. We will discuss "Rules" by Cynthia Lord, share a snack and do a related project. Copies of the books are available one month before the discussion.

7:00 PM Pajama Storytime

Tuesdays 7:00 PM from 9/21 thru 10/26

Brecksville Branch

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for children aged 1-3 and their caregivers.  Come in your pjs!  Siblings are welcome. From September 21 thru October 26.

Baby & Me

Tuesdays, September 21st-October 26th from 7:00-7:20 p.m.

Middleburg Heights Branch: Storyhour Room

Come to the library for a special program of rhymes, songs, and books for babies from birth-18 months and their caregivers.  No registration required -- just drop in!

Small Business Series--What Can Small Business Administration Do For You ?

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Southeast Branch: Large Meeting Room

The Small Business Administration is the go-to place for information on starting, managing, developing and financing your small business venture. What can the SBA do to help you? Find out.

This program is part of the Small Business series being presented at the Southeast Branch by the Cleveland Business Advisors and the Small Business Administration.

 

 

Start Your Own Business: Entrepreneurship 101

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Friday, July 09, 2010

Orange Branch: meeting room

Thinking of starting your own business?  Come to this workshop and learn how to assess the feasibility of your idea as well as next steps.  What do you need to know to get your business off the ground? Join us to find out how to research and develop your business concept with experts from Business Advisers of Cleveland.

Movie Discussion Group

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 7:00 PM

Beachwood Branch

New!  Check out the month's selection, watch it at home, and then join other movie
lovers for a discussion.

September 21      Rachel Getting Married
October 19          Milk
November 16       An Education

 

Evening Book Discussion 7 PM

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, August 17, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Meeting Room

Evening Book Discussion Tuesday September 21 7-8 PM

Devil in the White City by Erik Larson.  Registration requested. books available beginning August 17 at the Parma Ridge reference desk.

 

Johnson's Island and the Civil War

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 7:00 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Lower Level Meeting Room

Dr. David Bush, Professor of Anthopology at Heidelberg University, will talk about his archaeological research on Johnson's Island and its Civil War Military Prison.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Fairview Park Branch Library.  Registration required.

7:00 PM Tuesday Fall Tiny Tots Storytime

Tuesday 7 PM 9/21

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 36 months and their caregivers from Sept. 21 – Oct. 26.

No registration required.

 

Fall Family Storytime Tuesday 7 PM

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 7:00 PM

North Royalton Branch: Children's Storytime Room

A six week program of stories, program of stories, rhymes, songs and fingerplays suitable for children from eighteen month to age five.  Fun for the whole family! This program is offered Tuesdays from September 21st through October 26th.

No registration required.   Come and join us!

Tuesday Night Adult Book Discussion

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Registration: Monday, May 24, 2010 9:00 AM through Sunday, September 19, 2010 12:00 PM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

To Kill a Mockingbird by Harper Lee.  September 21, 2010 at 7 p.m. Registration Requested.

A Southern Gothic novel of narrative charm, eight-year old Jean Louise, nicknamed Scout, tells of growing up as the daughter of a widowed lawyer, Atticus Finch, in Maycomb, Alabama.  Her father's courageous defense of a black man falsely accused of rape introduces Scout to the challenges of racial prejudice, violence and injustice.  

Fall Preschool Storytime Tuesday Evening

Tuesdays 9/21-10/26 @ 7 PM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room B

 

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. No registration is necessary!  Come and join us!
 Program runs Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. from September 21 through October 26.
Organizing Basics: Clutter - Chronic Disorganization - Hoarding : What are the differences

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 7:00 PM

North Olmsted Branch: Small Conference Room

 Clutter - Chronic Disorganization - Hoarding : What are the differences?

Adult Book Discussion

Tuesday, September 21, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration: Tuesday, June 01, 2010 9:00 AM through Tuesday, September 21, 2010 7:00 PM

Brook Park Branch: Large Meeting Room

Join us for a lively discussion of Water For Elephants by Sara Gruen.  The novel, told in flashbacks by Jacob Jankowski, recounts the wild and wonderful period he spent with a traveling circus he joined during the Great Depression.

Orange Library Visits Gross Schechter Preschool

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 through Monday, October 04, 2010 11:59 PM

Orange Branch

The Orange Library visits the Gross Schechter Preschool for stories, songs and fun!

9:30 AM Fall Toddler Wednesday Storytime

Wednesdays at 9:30 AM from 9/22-10/27

Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 22 thru Oct. 27. No registration is required.

9:30 AM Wednesday Fall Baby & Me Storytime

9:30 AM Wednesday Fall Baby & Me Storytime from 9/22 thru 10/27

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to eighteen months and their caregivers from 9/22 through  10/27. No registration needed, just join us!

Baby & Me

Wednesdays, September 22nd-October 27th from 9:30-9:50 a.m.

Middleburg Heights Branch: Storyhour Room

Come to the library for a special program of rhymes, songs, and books for babies from birth-18 months and their caregivers.  No registration required -- just drop in!

Fall Baby & Me 9:30 AM Wednesdays

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 9:30 AM - 9:50 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers.  Program runs from September 22nd through October 27th. No registration is required.

Fall Wednesday Snuggle Bugs

Wednesdays at 10:00 AM from September 22 through October 27, 2010

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

 

For children from birth – 30 months with their caregivers from September 22 through October 27, 2010.

Children can wear their pajamas and participate in a special program of books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and fun!  No registration necessary.  Click on program name for details.

Preschool Storytime 10:00 AM

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Caregivers and children ages 3-5 are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and fun!  No registration required.  Click on program name for more details.

Baby and Me Fall Wednesday

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 10:00 AM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 Caregivers and their babies ages birth to 18 months are invited to participate in a special program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. Registration is not required.

Fall 2010 Baby & Me Wednesdays 10:00 AM

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

Strongsville Branch

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers from Sept. 22 to Oct. 27. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Fall Snuggle Bugs 10 AM (Children)

Wednesdays @ 10 AM, 9/22-10/27

Independence Branch: Story/Craft Room

A program of rhymes, songs and stories for 0-35 month olds and their families. Programs run on Wednesdays from 10:00-10:20, September 22-October 27.

Registration is not required.

Fall Family Storytime-Wednesday at 10:00

Wednesdays at 10:00

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Gates Mills Branch: Meeting room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for all ages from September 22 through October 27. Click on program name for details.

Fall Preschool Storytime, Ages 3-5

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Olmsted Falls Branch: Meeting Room

 Share a 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3 to 5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten.  Caregivers accompany the 3 year olds.  Storytimes are at 10:00 AM on Wednesdays and run from September 22 through October 27. NO registration required.

Fall Preschool Wednesday

Wednesdays at 10 AM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Story Room

A program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for preschoolers ages 3- 5 not yet in Kindergarten. Programs run from September 22 through October 27.

Baby & Toddler Storytime

Wednesdays at 10:00 AM from 9/22-10/27

Brook Park Branch: Large Meeting Room

Parents (or caregivers) and their babies and toddlers (birth to 35 months old) may join us for a six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books September 22 through October 27.   Come join us!   No registration required!   This program may have a larger group attendance.

10:00 AM Wednesday Fall Tiny Tots Storytime

Wednesday 10 AM 9/22

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 36 months and their caregivers from Sept. 22 – Oct. 27.

No registration required.

 

Fall Toddler Storytime 10:00 AM Wednesdays

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 10:00 AM

Berea Branch

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers.  Programs run from September 22 through October 27.

Fall Baby and Me Wednesday 10 AM

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 10:00 AM

North Royalton Branch

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. This program is offered Wednesdays from September 22 to November 3.  

No Baby and Me on October 13.

Come and join us! No registration required!

Preschool Storytime Wednesday 10:00 AM

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Storyroom

 

A 6 week program of rhymes,songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten . Wednesday mornings at 10:00 AM.September 22nd- October27th.

10:00 AM Fall Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 10:00 AM

Southeast Branch: Activity Room

A 25-minute program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers. For more information click on program title.

Cleveland Orchestra Music Study Group

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 10:15 AM

Brecksville Branch: meeting room

Unlock the magic of music with a Cleveland Orchestra Music Study Group led by Dr. Rose Breckenridge. 

10:30 AM Fall Toddler Wednesday Storytime

Wednesdays at 10:30 AM from 9/22-10/27

Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 22 thru Oct. 27. No registration is required.

10:30 AM Wednesday Fall Toddler Storytime

10:30 AM Wednesday Fall Toddler Storytime from 09/22 thru 10/27

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

Caregivers and their little ones ages 19-35 months are invited to join us for a six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories from 9/22 through 10/27. No registration needed, just join us!

Preschool Storytime

Wednesdays at 10:45 AM from 9/22-10/27

Brook Park Branch: Storytime Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for children ages 3-5  from September 22 through October 27.   Come join us!   No registration required!   This program may have a larger group attendance. 

11:00 AM Wednesday Fall Preschool Storytime

Wednesday 11 AM 9/22

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten from Sept. 22 through Oct. 27.

No registration required.

Fall Toddler Storytime 11:00 AM Wednesdays

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 11:00 AM

Berea Branch

A six week program of rhymes, songs, and fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers. Programs run from September 22 through October 28.

Fall Preschool Storytime

Wednesdays 9/22-10/27 @ 11:00 AM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room B

 A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten.  No registration is necessary!  Come and join us! Click on program name for details.
Program runs Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. from September 22 through October 27.

Fall Preschool Storytime 11 AM Wednesdays

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers from September 22nd through October 27th. Registration not required.

Toddlers Fall Wednesday

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 11:00 AM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 Caregivers and their little ones ages 19 to 35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays. No registration is required.

Preschool Storytime for 3-Year-Olds

Wednesdays, September 22nd-October 27th at 11:00 a.m.

Middleburg Heights Branch: Storyhour Room

Join us for stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays especially for 3-year-olds.  No registration required -- just drop in!

Fall Preschool Storytime Wednesday 11 AM

Wednesdays @ 11 AM, 9/22-10/27

Independence Branch: Story/Craft Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. Programs run on Wednesdays from 11:00-11:30, September 22 -October 27.

Registration is not required.

Fall 2010 Preschool Storytime Wednesdays 11:30 AM

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for ages 3, 4, and 5 years old not yet in Kindergarten with a parent/caregiver from Sept. 22 to Oct. 27. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

11:30 AM Wednesday Fall Baby & Me

11:30 AM Wednesday Fall Baby & Me Storytime from 9/22 thru 10/27

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to eighteen months and their caregivers from 9/22 through 10/27. No registration needed, just join us!

Fall 2010 Preschool Storytime Wednesdays 1:30 PM

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for ages 3, 4, and 5 years old not yet in Kindergarten with a parent/caregiver from Sept. 22 to Oct. 27. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Preschool Storytime Fall Wednesdays

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 1:30 PM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 3,4, and 5 year olds not yet in kindergarten are invited to join a program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays.  No registration is required.

Preschool 1:30 PM

Wednesdays from Septemeber 22nd thru October 27th at 1:30 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Storytime room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 3 and 4 year olds with their caregivers on Wednesdays, from September 22nd to October 27th at 1:30 PM.

There is no registration required, please come when you can.

Fall Preschool Storytime Wednesday 2 PM

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 2:00 PM

North Royalton Branch: Storytime Room

A  six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. This program is offered Wednesdays from September 22nd  through October 27th.

Come and join us! No registration required!

After School B-I-N-G-O

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 3:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Brook Park Branch: Large Meeting Room

All ages are invited to play some BINGO after school.   Children 6 and younger--please bring a grown-up with you.   We'll start at 3:00 but if you can't get here until a little later, that's okay--we'll be playing until 5:00 . . . just come on in and join the next game of BINGO!   Walk in--no registration required.  

G2P: Wii Free Play

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

So you think you’ve got game? Come in for Wii Free Play and show us what you got! Grades 6-12.

September 22nd, October 6th, & November 22nd from 3:15-4:30

Afterschool Yu-Gi-Oh Freeplay

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch

Bring your best cards and play with other teens for fun and see if you can be a Yu-Gi-Oh champion!

After School Fun 4:00 PM

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Sunday, August 22, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch: meeting room

Join us for books, stories, games, songs, and special surprises, for children in grades K - 3rd

Bookbugs

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 at 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Brooklyn Branch: Brooklyn

Ages 5 - Grade 1                                    Registration required.

5year olds, kindergarteners and 1st graders are invited to join us for books, games, songs and special surprises from September 22 - October 27 at 4:00 PM.

No More Monkey Business!

Wednesday 4:30 PM 9/22

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

Grades K-5: Let's monkey around at the library.  We will read a monkey tale, play monkey games and make a craft.  Registration required.

Click on program name for details.

Wacky Wednesdays 4:30PM

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

North Olmsted Branch: Story Room

Kindergarteners through third graders are invited to join us for books, stories, games, songs, and special surprises.  Registration required.

Intermediate Excel 2007

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 23, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Lower Level Meeting Room A

For those already familiar with Excel, participants will enhance the view, style and printing of an Excel worksheet through hands-on exercises.  This session will introduce the concepts of relative and absolute formulas.  Prerequisite: Excel 2007 Essentials.  Registration required.

6:30 PM - Fall Twilight Tots Storytime

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 6:30 PM

Southeast Branch: Activity Room

A 25-minute pogram of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 12 - 36 month olds and their caregivers. Click on program title for more information.

Generations in the Workplace

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Independence Branch: Meeting Room

Are you a Baby Boomer?  A Gen Xer?  A  Millennial?  Career Counselor Beth Wilson from Cuyahoga County Public Library's Career Center will lead an informative and interactive program designed to enhance workplace interactions with people of all ages.  It is time to close the generation gap!

Lego Robotics - Music & Sound

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration: Saturday, June 12, 2010 3:00 PM through Wednesday, September 22, 2010 6:30 PM

Beachwood Branch

Using the Lego Mindstorm computer software, students will build, program, and contorl robots taht respond to music and sound.

Ages 12 - 16.

Fall Preschool Storytime 6:30 PM

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 6:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Children ages 3-5 with their caregiver are invited to join a program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays on Wednesdays, September 22nd through October 27th at 6:30 PM.

Wednesday Knit-Crochet Nights

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch

Do you knit or crochet or would like to learn how? Like to participate in charitable projects?  Join us Wednesday evenings. Bring a current project.  New knitters/crocheters bring worsted weight yarn and size US 7, 8, 9 or 10 needles or size F, G, H or I crochet hook. 

Toddler Storytime 6:45 PM

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 6:45 PM - 7:15 PM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Caregivers and children from 19-35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and fun!  No registration required.

Fall Wednesday Wonders

Wednesdays at 6:45 PM from September 22 through October 27, 2010.

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

For children ages 30 months - 5 years with their caregiver on Wednesdays at 6:45 PM  from September 22  through October 27, 2010.

Fall Toddler Storytime 6:45 PM Wednesdays

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 6:45 PM - 7:05 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month old and their caregivers from September 22nd through October 27th, 2010. Registration is not required.

Fall Snuggle Bug Storytime Wednesday 6:45 PM

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 6:45 PM

North Royalton Branch

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for children ages birth through 36 months and their caregivers. Wear your pajamas (if you like) and join us as we snuggle off to dreamland.  This program is offered Wednesdays from September 22nd through October 27th.

Come and join us! No registration required!

6:45 PM Wednesday Fall Baby & Me

Wednesday 6:45 PM 9/22

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers from Sept. 22 – Oct. 27.

No registration required.

Stella's Way

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:00 AM

Solon Branch

Meet author and successful entrepreneur, Stella Daisa Moga Kennedy, founder of Le Chaperon Rouge, a regional chain of eight daycare centers and private schools. Enjoy her story as she shares her ten principles for success. Registration requested.

Preschool Family Storytime

Wednesdays, September 22nd- October 27th; 7:00-7:30 pm

Warrensville Branch

A program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for preschoolers ages 3-5 and their families! Siblings are welcome to attend. No need to register, just join in the fun!

7:00 PM Wednesday Fall Family Storytime

Wednesdays at 7:00 PM, weekly, from 9/22 through 10/27

Solon Branch: Story/craft Room

A fun evening filled with stories, songs, and activities that WON'T put you to sleep. For children ages 3 and up and a caregiver. Program runs from 9/22 through 10/27. No need to rgister, just join us!

Basic Computing 101

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 23, 2010

Warrensville Branch: Large meeting room

This class, geared toward the computer novice, offers an overview of basic computer parts, using the mouse and keyboard and an introduction to the Microsoft Windows operating system.  Registration is required and begins Monday, August 23rd. Space is limited.

Fall Toddler Storytimes Wednesday 7 PM

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Storyroom

 

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers. Wednesdays September 22nd- October 27th.

The Skunk: Neighbor, Nuisance, or Pet? 7 PM

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 7:00 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch: meeting room

The Skunk: Neighbor, Nuisance, or Pet? Wednesday, Setpember 22 7-8:30 PM

Meet live skunks!  Registration required.

Business Etiquette

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 at 7:00 PM

Registration: Thursday, July 01, 2010 through Wednesday, September 22, 2010

North Olmsted Branch

Etiquette is important in all social arenas particularly business. This program teaches etiquette skills to navigate the business world. It is specifically designed for those who want to polish their skills and improve their professional image.

(Wall) Street Smarts for Women™: Starting in Stocks

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Thursday, July 22, 2010 9:00 AM

Strongsville Branch: Large Meeting Room

Mark DeSilvio, a registered investment advisor from Sandpiper Advisory Group, LLC will be here to share information for women on investing in the stock market. 

Click on program name for more details and to register. 

Registration begins on Thursday, July 22nd at 9:00 a.m. 

German Polka Concert

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration: Thursday, May 27, 2010 9:00 AM through Wednesday, September 22, 2010 7:00 PM

Middleburg Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Celebrate the 200th anniversary of the first Oktoberfest with lively music presented by Tom Mroczka and the Music Box! Sure to be a toe-tapping event! Sponsored by the Friends of the Middleburg Heights Library. Registration required.

Library Resources for Students

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 7:00 PM

Southeast Branch: Large meeting room

Students! Have a paper due tomorrow? Need to find a journal article? Taking on-line courses? Don't know where to start looking for information? We can help! Let the information experts help you fine-tune your academic skills.

Fall 2010 Family Storytime Wednesdays 7:00 PM

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for all ages with a parent/caregiver from Sept. 22 to Oct. 27.  No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Toddler 7:00 PM

Wednesdays from Septemeber 22nd thru October 27th at 7:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Storytime room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 montholds and their caregivers on Wednesdays, September 22nd thu October 27th at 7:00 PM.

There is no registration required, please come when you can.

Toddler Storytime

Wednesdays, September 22nd-October 27th from 7:00-7:20 p.m.

Middleburg Heights Branch: Storyhour Room

Join us for stories, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for children 19-35 months and their caregivers.  No registration required -- just drop in!

Wednesday Evening Book Discussion

Wednesday, September 22, 2010 7:30 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, June 08, 2010

Brecksville Branch: meeting room

Please join us for a casual and lively book discussion of Peony in Love by Lisa See.

Toddler Storytime

Thursdays, September 23rd-October 28th from 9:30-9:50 a.m.

Middleburg Heights Branch: Storyhour Room

Join us for stories, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for children 19-35 months and their caregivers.  No registration required -- just drop in!

Fall Baby & Me

Thursdays at 9:30

Chagrin Falls Branch: Story Room

Baby and Me is a 20 to 25 minute program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for children aged 0 to 18 months. The program includes caregiver involvement. The summer session runs from September23 through October 28.

Fall Baby & Me 9:30 AM Thursdays

Thursday, September 23, 2010 9:30 AM - 9:50 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. Program runs from September 23rd through October 28th. No registration is required.

Access Your Benefits

Thursday, September 23rd from 9:30-1:30

Bay Village Branch

Are you eligible for government benefits that can help with groceries, health care and other needs? Access Your Benefits is designed to cut through the barriers and provide help to residents of Cuyahoga County's 60 and over population. Representatives from MetroHealth will help seniors fill out applications and provide follow-up assistance.

Toddlers Fall Thursday

Thursday, September 23, 2010 10:00 AM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 Caregivers and their little ones ages 19 to 35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays. No registration is required.

Fall Thursday Morning Movers

Thursdays at 10:00 AM from September 23 through October 28, 2010.

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

 For children ages 1- 3 years with their caregiver on Thursdays at 10:00 AM from September 23 through October 28, 2010

Fall Preschool Storytime Thursdays 10 AM

Thursdays @ 10 AM, 9/23-10/28.

Independence Branch: Story/Craft Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. Programs run on Thursdays from 10:00-10:30, September 23 -October 28.

Registration is not required.

Fall Baby & Me/Toddler Program on Thursdays at 10:00 AM

Thursdays at 10:00 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Gates Mills Branch: Meeting room

A program of rhymes, songs , fingerplays and stories for ages birth through age 3 from September 23 through October 28. Click on program name for details.

Thursday Morning Readers

Thursday, September 23, 2010 10:00 AM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, June 08, 2010

Brecksville Branch: meeting room

Please join us for a casual and lively book discussion of Peony in Love by Lisa See. 

10:00 AM Thursday Fall Preschool Storytime

Thursday 10 AM 9/23

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

 A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten from Sept. 23 through Oct. 28.

No registration required.

Fall Baby and Me

Thursday, September 23, 2010 10:00 AM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers.   Wednesdays, Sept 23 to Oct. 28.  Registration not required.

 

Fall Preschool Storytime

Thursday, September 23, 2010 10:00 AM

Berea Branch

A six week program  of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten.  Programs run from September 23 through October 28.

"Book" Park Cafe

Thursday, September 23, 2010 10:00 AM

Brook Park Branch: large meeting room

Browse new books and audiobooks. Refreshments provided.

Toddler 10AM

Thursday, September 23, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

North Olmsted Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers.

10:00 AM Fall Preschool Storytime Thursdays

Thursdays 10:00 AM from 9/23 thru 10/28

Brecksville Branch

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten from 9/23 thru 10/28.

Fall Preschool Storytime 10:30 AM

Thursday, September 23, 2010 10:30 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Children ages 3-5 with their caregiver are invited to join a program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays.

10:30 AM Thursday Fall Toddler Storytime

10:30 AM Thursday Fall Toddler Storytime from 09/23 thru 10/28

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

Caregivers and their little ones ages 19-35 months are invited to join us for a six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories from 9/23 threw 10/28. No registration needed, just join us!

Fall 2010 Preschool Storytime Thursdays 10:30 AM

Thursday, September 23, 2010 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for ages 3, 4, and 5 years old not yet in Kindergarten with a parent/caregiver from Sept. 23 to Oct. 28. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Fall Preschool Storytime 11 AM Thursdays

Thursday, September 23, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers from September 23rd through October 28th. Registration not required.

Fall Toddler Thursday

Thursdays at 11 AM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Story Room

Caregivers and their little ones aged 19 through 35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs and fingerplays. The fall session runs from September 23 to October 28.

 

Fall Toddler Storytime 11 AM

Thursdays, 9/23-10/28 @ 11 AM

Independence Branch: Story/Craft Room

 A six-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers. Programs run from 11:00-11:20 AM, September 23-October 28.

Registration is not required.

Preschool 11AM

Thursday, September 23, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

North Olmsted Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten.  Caregivers welcome.

Cleveland Orchestra Music Study Group

Thursdays, September 23 - November 18, 1:15 -2:45 PM

Orange Branch

Unlock the magic of music with a Cleveland Orchestra Music Study Group led by Dr. Rose Breckenridge.  Click on program name for details

1:30 PM Thursday Fall Preschool Storytime

Thursdays at 1:30 PM, weekly, from 9/23 through 10/28

Solon Branch: Story/craft Room

A six week program of stories, rhymes, songs and fingerplays for children ages3-5, but not yet in kindergarten, and a caregiver. Program runs from 9/23 through 10/28. No need to register, just join us!

Fabulously Fit Seniors

Thursday, September 23, 2010 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:00 AM

Warrensville Branch

Want to stay in shape and increase your metabolism without worrying about aching bones and joints? Come join us for a series of fitness programs involving chair exercises. Loose fitting clothing and comfortable shoes are all you need. Plus, gain helpful hints on hot topics such as Celiac disease, healthy cooking, and diabetes. Healthy snack will be provided. Registration requested.

Just for Teens-Anime~Manga Club

Thursday, September 23, 2010 3:00 PM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

Otaku or not, you'll have fun!  Watch anime, discuss your favorite shows and books, and more. Grades 6-12.

Ridge Teen Cafe: 3:30-5:00, For Gr. 6-12.

Thursday, Sept. 23, 3:30-5:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 25, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Meeting Room

 Wii, Crafts, Win prizes playing Bingo or just hangout and do homework.
Snacks & drinks.  Register today.

Write It Out

Thursdays, 4-5pm, 9/16 - 12/9

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Craft/Storytime Room

Come hang with teens just like you and write creative, horror, even crazy stories -- as you watch your writing improve!

For teens in grades 6 - 12.  The program runs from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. every Thursday, from September 16 - December 9 (no meeting on Nov. 25).  Registration is preferred.  You can register online, in person or by calling 440-333-4700.

Student Friends of Solon Library

Thursday, September 23, 2010 4:15 PM

Solon Branch: Story/Craft Room

Join us for a brief organizatioanl meeting to learn about fun volunteer opportunities in the library. No need to register, bring your friends! Refreshments will be served.

For 4 thru 6 graders

4:30 PM Art Exploration Station Plus

Thursday, September 23, 2010 4:30 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Brecksville Branch: Meeting Room

Hear a story then visit learning stations and explore art concepts through hands-on activities.  For children in K-2nd grade, with a participating adult. Registration required, beginning September 8.

Ascentia's Forever Children Visits the Orange Branch

Thursday, September 23, 2010 5:00 PM

Orange Branch: Meeting Room

Ascentia's Forever Children visit the Orange Branch for stories, music and fun!

Poetry Workshop for Teens

Thursday, September 23rd, 2010, 6:30 - 8:30 PM

Registration: Monday, August 16, 2010 9:00 AM through Wednesday, September 15, 2010 3:00 PM

Middleburg Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Like to write, or want to learn how to get started?  A published poet and college writing instructor will help you perfect your skills!   For teens in grades 6-12.  Registration required.

 

PowerPoint 2007 Essentials

Thursday, September 23, 2010 6:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 23, 2010 9:00 AM

Solon Branch: Meeting Room

An overview of Microsoft PowerPoint, a software program for designing creative presentations and slideshows. Prerequisite: Word Basics or some experience using MS Word will be helpful. Registration begins on August 23.

Resumé Tips and Trends

Thursday, September 23, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Friday, July 23, 2010 9:00 AM

Strongsville Branch: Meeting Room

Join us for a free resumé writing workshop, and learn how to make your resumé  stand out from the rest! Registration is required.  Click on program name to register and for more information.  Registration begins on Friday, July 23rd at 9:00 a.m.

Social Networking and Your Job Search

Thursday, September 23, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, June 30, 2010

Chagrin Falls Branch: Large Meeting Room

Let the librarian from the Career Center show you how to use LinkedIn, Twitter, Facebook and MySpace in your job search.

Family Storytime

Thursday, September 23, 2010 6:30 PM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

Great books and  stories for kids age 2-8.  Lots of silly songs and games to keep the whole family singing and playing along.  Every Thursday night at 6:30 upstairs in Room 3

Baby and Me

Thursdays from September 23rd - October 28th at 6:45 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Storytime room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers on Thursdays, September 23rd thu October 28th at 6:45 PM.

There is no registration for this program, please come when you can.

Family Storytime Fall

Thursday, September 23, 2010 7:00 PM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 A family storytime for ages 2 to 8 with a caregiver.  There will be stories, songs, and fun for everyone.  No registration is required.

Neil Zurcher's Tales from the Road

Thursday, September 23, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:00 AM

Beachwood Branch

As a professional journalist, Neil Zurcher has worked in television, newspapers, magazines, and radio for over a half-century. He has logged more than a million miles on Ohio's roads over 25 years as a TV travel reporter. Join us for an entertaining evening as Neil shares stories from the road. The Friends of the Library will have books available for purchase and signing. Registration requested.

Fall 2010 Toddler Storytime Thursdays 7:00 PM

Thursday, September 23, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:25 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 23 to Oct. 28.  No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Family Re-unification Through Immigration

Thursday, September 23, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch

Fall Time for Tots

Thursdays 9/23-10/28 @ 7:00 PM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room B

 A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for “tots” from birth to age three and their caregivers. No registration is necessary! Come and join us!
Program runs Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. from September 23 through October 28. 

7:00 PM Art Exploration Station Plus

Thursday, September 23, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Brecksville Branch: Meeting Room

Hear a story then visit learning stations and explore art concepts through hands-on activities.  For children in K-2nd grade, with a participating adult. Registration required, beginning September 8.

7:00 PM Thursday Fall Toddler Storytime

Thursday 7 PM 9/23

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19 - 35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 23 through Oct. 28.

No registration required.

Social Networking and Your Business

Thursday, September 23, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 16, 2010 9:00 AM

Bay Village Branch

Come and discover how social networking platforms such as Facebook, Linkedin and Twitter can be used to incubate business ideas, identify venture opportunities, find employees and market your product. Registration requested.

Family Storytime

Thursdays at 7:00 PM from 9/23-10/28

Brook Park Branch: Storytime Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for parents (or caregivers) and their children ages 2-7 from September 23 through October 28.   Come join us!   No registration required!   This program may have a larger group attendance.

Happy Healthy Me

Thursday, 7:00 PM, September 23, 2010

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Olmsted Falls Branch: Olmsted Community Church Fellowship Hall

With puppets, guitar, finger plays and movement, Susan Weber of Young Audiences of Northeast Ohio brings to life the story of Rudy Raccoon's Beautiful Birthday. Susan uses rich vocabulary, alliteration and rhyme to reinforce the importance of good hygiene, good nutrition, exercise and rest. For ages 2 through 5 with caregivers. Register in person, on-line, or by phone at 440-235-1150, starting September 8, at 9:00 AM. Click on program name for more details.

Exploration Station: Counting

Friday 10 AM 9/24

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

Listen to a story and then explore stations of hands-on science and math activities featuring counting. Children ages 3 - 6 with their caregivers.  Registration required.

Click on program name for details.

Fall Toddler Storytime Friday 10 AM

Friday, September 24, 2010 10:00 AM

North Royalton Branch: Front Meeting Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for children aged 19 – 35 months and their caregivers. This program is offered Fridays from September 24th  through October 29th.

Come and join us! No registration required!

Email with Gmail

Friday, September 24, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, August 24, 2010 9:00 AM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Sign up for a free Gmail account that can be checked from any Internet computer.  Gmail is Google's email service, and offers spam filters, ways to organize your messages, and more.

Registration is required and begins Tuesday, August 24th at 9:00 a.m.

Facebook for Book and Culture Lovers

Friday, September 24, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Beachwood Branch

Learn how the popular social networking site can help you connect with your favorite authors, museums and organizations

 

Fall Friday Fun

Fridays at 10:00 AM from September 24 through October 29, 2010.

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

For children birth - 5 years, a grownup, and siblings.  Twenty minutes of stories, fingerplays, songs and music at 10:00 AM from September 24 through October 29, 2010.

Power Point 2007 Essentials

Friday, September 24, 2010 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, August 24, 2010 9:00 AM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Geared toward the beginner, this class offers an overview of Microsoft Power Point 2007, a software program for designing creative presentations and slideshows for business, school, or personal use. Create a simple presentation and learn how to use this program to produce effective printed materials.

Registration is required and begins on Tuesday, August 24th at 9:00 a.m. 

Creative Kids

Fridays, September 24th - October 29th / 4-5 pm

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Warrensville Branch: Small Meeting Room

Come have fun and learn how to build, design and experiment through the world of art! For grades K-6.  Registration requested.

ACT Practice Test

Saturday, September 25, 2010 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Bay Village Branch: Meeting Room

Gades 9-12

Join us for a FREE practice ACT test, provided by the Princeton Review. The test will last for four hours and you will need to bring two number two pencils and a calculator.

S.A.T. Practice Test

Saturday 9/25/2010 9:30 AM

Registration: Thursday, July 01, 2010 9:00 AM through Thursday, September 23, 2010 5:30 PM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room A

Free Practice test for the S.A.T.  Bring No. 2 pencils, an eraser and a calculator.  Wear comfortable layered clothing.  Sign up for the Strategy Session on October 9th too!

ACT Practice Test

Saturday, September 25, 2010 9:30 AM - 1:30 PM

Solon Branch: meeting room

Take a free ACT practice test from the Princeton Review.  Tests will be scored and reviewed.  Learn time management and test strategy techniques at a follow-up session.  Registration Required

Grandparents' Get-Together

Saturday, September 25th at 10:00 a.m.

Registration Starts: Saturday, September 11, 2010 9:00 AM

Middleburg Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Celebrate National Grandparents' Week with a special storyhour just for kids and their wonderful grandparents.  Join us as we share stories, music, crafts, and more!  Sponsored by the Friends of the Middleburg Heights Library.  Registration begins Wednesday, September 8th.

FOR SENIORS: Teen Techies computer class

Saturday, September 25, 2010 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Southeast Branch: Large Meeting Room

REGISTRATION FOR SENIORS:

Under the supervision of library staff, teens and seniors will be paired for one-on-one computer help. Teens will assist seniors in practicing skills for basic computer, Internet, and emailing, learned in the classes taught by library staff.
There are 4 one-hour class sessions. Friends of the Southeast Library will provide one free flash drive to every senior in the program.


 

Fairview Park Residents Past & Present Family History Workshop

Saturday, September 25, 2010 10:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Lower Level Meeting Room A

Join the Fairview Park Historical Society Archivist and Cuyahoga County Public Library's Genealogy Specialist for hands-on help to trace your Fairview Park family history.  Registration required.  To complete your registration and assist workshop presenters, please type the family names, that you are interested to research, in the comment box of the registration page.

Mice Can Be Nice!

Saturday, September 25, 2010 10:00 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

North Royalton Branch

Have fun learning about these cute friends with stories, games, and a craft. Fun for kids ages 3 yrs. through 1st grade.

AGES 15-18: Teen Techies computer class

Saturday, September 25, 2010 10:00 AM through Saturday, October 16, 2010 11:00 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, June 09, 2010

Southeast Branch

 REGISTRATION FOR AGES 15-18: One-on-one computer assistance will be available for Seniors with the help of High School teens for basic computer, Internet, and emailing skills. There are 4 one-hour class sessions for Senior computer instruction.

10:00 AM Fall "Just A Book" Drop-In Storytime

Saturdays throughout the year at 10 AM

Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

Stop by the Children's Room on Saturday mornings at 10:00 AM to enjoy just a story or two shared by the library staff. For all ages, children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required.

Exploration Station: Counting

Saturday 10 AM 9/25

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

Listen to a story and then explore stations of hands-on science and math activities featuring counting. Children ages 3 - 6 with their caregivers.  Registration required.

Click on program name for details.

Storytelling: Urban Birds

Saturday 9/25 12 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-South Branch

 As part of the Urban Birds program, join storyteller Jennifer Johnson for a tale celebrating our feathered friends.  Registration required.

Click on program name for details.

Gardening for Native Birds

Saturday, September 25, 2010, 12:00 noon

Parma-South Branch: Meeting Room

Attract native birds to your yard! A Master Gardener will teach you to select and grow plants to provide food and shelter for our feathered friends.  Just one of many events at For the Birds: Celebrating Our Feathered Friends.

Return of the Eastern Bluebird

Saturday, September 25, 2010 1:00 PM

Parma-South Branch: Meeting Room

The Eastern Bluebird is making a comeback, thanks to the conservation efforts you’ll learn about from a specialist from the Holden Arboretum.  Just one of many events at For the Birds: Celebrating Our Feathered Friends.

1:00 PM - Happy Healthy Me

Saturday, September 25, 2010 1:00 PM

Southeast Branch: Meeting Room

With puppets, guitar, finger play and movement, Susan Weber brings to life the story of Rudy Raccoon's Beautiful Birthday. For more inforamtion click on the program title.

Teen Advisory Group (T.A.G. Team)

Saturday, September 25, 2010 1:30 PM - 2:15 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, June 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch: conference room

Join in on the fun of a helpful teen group.  Refreshments!  Saturday afternoons, 1:30-2:15 p.m.  Sept. 25, Oct. 23, Nov. 20, Jan. 15, Febr. 12, and April 9.  Ages 11-19.  Please register.

Teen Advisory Board

Saturday, September 25 at 1:30 PM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Meeting Room

Come to our Teen Advisory Board monthly meetings. We'll plan teen programs, help with children's activities, talk about books and make new friends. Snacks provided. Grades 6 & up. Registration requested. Saturday, September 25th at 1:30 PM.

Yu-Gi-Oh Tournament

Saturday, September 25, 2010 1:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Brooklyn Branch

Bring your best cards and see if you can be a Yu-Gi-Oh champion!

Let's Build! 2:00 PM

Saturday, September 25, 2010 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Kids in grades K-5 will experiment with blocks, Legos, and other materilas to see what kinds of structures they can build!  Imaginations are necessary!  Registration required.

Oriental Birds in Art

Saturday, September 25, 2010 2:00 PM - 3:30 PM

Registration Starts: Friday, June 11, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

Oriental Birds in Art

As part of the Urban Birds program, students in grades 5-8 will become familiar with birds that appear in Chinese and Japanese art.  Art instructor Marissa Kowallek will guide students ro create ink drawings and calligraphy. 

Saturday, September 25, 2:00-3:30 PM
Registration Required  Space is limited

 

Pizza Making for Teens

Saturday, September 25 at 2:00 PM

Registration Starts: Friday, July 23, 2010 9:00 AM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Meeting room

Do you like pizza? If so, join Chef Sherry to learn how to make grilled pizza. After that, you'll make a dessert pizza. Bring your appetite! For grades 6 and up. Saturday, September 25 at 2:00 PM. Registration required. Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Chagrin Falls Library.

Bird Calls

Saturday, September 25, 2010, 2:00 PM

Parma-South Branch: Meeting Room

Families are invited to join us in our outdoor amphitheater to learn about bird calls with a Naturalist from Cleveland Metroparks Ohio & Erie Canal Reservation. Just one of many events at For the Birds: Celebrating Our Feathered Friends.

Game Day and Chess Play!

Saturday, September 25, 2010 2:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, June 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch: Meeting Room

Play fun board games and card games.  Prizes and refreshments for all! Ages 11-19. Teens.  Saturdays, Sept. 25 and Nov. 20,  2:30-4:30 p.m. Please register. 

Photographing Birds

Saturday, September 25, 2010, 3:00 - 4:30 PM

Parma-South Branch: Meeting Room

Wildlife photographer Jim Roetzel will introduce you to the special skills needed to photograph birds. He’ll share tips and hints for taking great pics! Just one of many events at For the Birds: Celebrating Our Feathered Friends.

Moon Festival

Saturday, September 25, 2010 4:00 PM - 5:30 PM

Solon Branch

Join us as we celebrate the Chinese Moon Festival with music, martial arts deomonstrations, crafts and food.  Registrations Suggested.  For all ages

Let’s Talk! Conversation Practice for New English Speakers

Sunday, September 26, 2010 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Orange Branch: Meeting Room

 

Join us for lively discussions and practice your English speaking skills with English as a Second Language educator, Anne Seibert, M.A. The weekly sessions are for beginning and intermediate levels. Registration requested at cuyahogalibrary.org or by calling 216-831-4282. Sponsored by the Friends of the Orange Branch Library.

Fall Toddler Storytime 9:30 AM Mondays

Monday, September 27, 2010 9:30 AM - 9:50 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month old and their caregivers from September 20th through October 25th, 2010. Registration is not required.

Fall 2010 Baby & Me Mondays 10:00 AM

Monday, September 27, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

Strongsville Branch

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers from Sept. 20 to Oct. 25. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Morning Movers 10:00 AM

Monday, September 27, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Caregivers and children ages 1-3 are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and fun.  No registration required.

Fall Toddler Monday

Mondays at 10 AM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Story Room

Caregivers and their little ones aged 19 through 35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs and fingerplays. The fall session runs from September 20 to October 25.

 

10:00 AM Monday Fall Toddler Storytime

Monday 10 AM 9/27

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19 - 35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 20 through Oct. 25.

No registration required.

 

Fall Toddler Storytime Monday 10 AM

Monday, September 27, 2010 10:00 AM

North Royalton Branch

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for children aged 19 – 35 months and their caregivers. This program is offered Mondays from September 20th  through October 25th.

Come and join us! No registration required!

Orange Inclusive Preschool Visits Orange Library

Monday, September 27, 2010 10:00 AM

Orange Branch: Meeting Room

Orange Inclusive Preschool Visits the Orange Library for stories, music and fingerplays!

10:00 AM Fall Baby & Me Storytime

Monday, September 27, 2010 10:00 AM

Brecksville Branch: Meeting Room

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers from September 20 thru October 25. No registration is required.

Baby and Me 10AM

Monday, September 27, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

North Olmsted Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers.

Fall Baby & Me Storytime Mondays 10:00 AM

Monday, September 27, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Storyroom

 

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. Mondays September 20th-October 25th at 10:00 AM.

11:00 a.m. Monday Fall Toddler Storytime

11:00 AM Monday Fall Toddler Storytime from 9/20 - 10/25

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

Caregivers and their little ones ages 19-35 months are invited to join us for a six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories from 9/20 through 10/25 . No registration needed, just join us!

Fall Toddler Storytime 11:00 AM Mondays

Monday, September 27, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:20 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month old and their caregivers from September 20th through October 25th, 2010. Registration is not required.

Book Drop In...

Monday, September 27, 2010 11:00 AM

North Royalton Branch: event held at the North Royalton Senior Center

Spend a morning at the North Royalton Senior Center with your local librarian and make some new friends while browsing over a selection of popular books, movies and music. Learn about the latest best sellers, discover information about upcoming programs and make requests for the following month.  The Senior Center is located at 13500 Ridge Road.

Fall 2010 Toddler Storytime Mondays 11:30 AM

Monday, September 27, 2010 11:30 AM - 11:55 AM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 20 to Oct. 25.  No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Fall Monday Preschool Storytime

Mondays from 1:30 - 2:00 PM beeginning September 20, 2010

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

For children ages 3 - 6 years old on Mondays at 1:30 from September 20 through October 25, 2010.

Children's Play Group

Monday, September 27, 2010 at 1:30 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Brooklyn

Join a new Play Group meeting in the storycraft room.  Meet new friends and socialize with other adults while children play with interactive and educational toys.  Simple snacks and beverages are permitted for children and adults.

1:30 PM Monday Fall Preschool Storytime

Mondays at 1:30 PM, weekly, from 9/20 through 10/25

Solon Branch: Story/craft Room

A six week program of stories, rhymes, songs and fingerplays for children ages 3-5, but not yet in kindergarten, and a caregiver. Program runs from 9/20 through 10/25. No need to register, just join us!

1:30 PM Fall Preschool Monday Storytime

Monday, September 27, 2010 1:30 PM

Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for children aged 3 to 5 and their caregivers from September 20 thru October 25.  No registration is required.

Orange Inclusive Preschool Visits Orange Library

Monday, September 27, 2010 2:00 PM

Orange Branch: Meeting Room

Orange Inclusive Preschool Visits the Orange Library for stories, music and fingerplays!

Monday Afternoon Book Discussion

Monday, September 27, 2010 2:30 PM

Strongsville Branch: Conference Room

Join us for our afternoon adult book discussion.  Meets the 4th Monday of each month at 2:30 p.m.  All are welcome!  Click on program name for more details. 

Wii Play Mondays

Monday, September 27, 2010 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

North Royalton Branch: Meeting Room

Free-for-all gaming after school every Monday!

G2P: Wii Mondays 4:00 PM

Monday, September 27, 2010 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Wii Wednesdays has moved!  TEENs and TWEENs get your game on earlier in the week! Students in grades 4-12 can join us each Monday afternoon for a different Wii or PS2 game.  Registration requested.

Fall Kids Club

Mondays 9/27-10/25 @ 4 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room B

Stories from "Around the World" for boys and girls in grades 1-4.  Registration is requested, and begins September 8, 2010! 
Program runs Mondays at 4:00 p.m. from September 20 through October 25.

Fall Baby and Me Mondays

Mondays at 4PM, 9/27-11/01

Beachwood Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. Program runs September 27- November 1.

No registration.

Fall 2010 School Age Fun Mondays 4:30 PM

Monday, September 27, 2010 4:30 PM - 5:15 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of books, stories, games, songs, and special surprises for grades K – 2nd  from Sept. 20 to Oct. 25.   No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Fall Toddler Storytimes 6:30 PM

Monday, September 27, 2010 6:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Caregivers and their little ones ages 19-35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays on Mondays, September 20th through October 25th at 6:30 PM.

Fall Snuggle Bugs 6:30 PM (Children)

Mondays @ 6:30 PM, 9/20-10/18

Independence Branch: Story/Craft Room

A program of rhymes, songs and stories for 0-35 month olds and their families. Programs run on Mondays from 6:30-6:50, September 20-October 18.

Registration is not required.

Lego Robotics: Music and Sound

Monday, September 27, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Gates Mills Branch: Meeting Room

Using Lego Mindstorms computer software, students will build, program, and control robots that respond to music and sound. In this musical and fact-filled workshop, students will have the opportunity to participate in multiple activites. We'll program robots to dance to music, play notes after performing fun tasks, and play notes by color. Registration Required. Ages 12-16.

Snuggle Bug Family Storytime

Mondays, September 13th- October 25th; 6:30-7:00pm

Warrensville Branch

Cuddle up for a program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 24 months and their caregivers! Siblings are also welcome- come join us! No registration required!

Baby & Me 6:30 PM

Monday, September 27, 2010 6:30 PM - 6:55 PM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Caregivers and children from birth to 18 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and fun while enjoying special bonding time.  No registration required.

6:30 PM - Fall Family Storytime

Monday, September 27, 2010 6:30 PM

Southeast Branch: Activity Room

A 25-minute program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3 1/2 - 5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. Click on program title for more information.

Fall Story and a Craft

Mondays, 6:30 PM, from 9/20/2010 thru 10/25/2010

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Olmsted Falls Branch: Meeting Room

Join us for a short story or two and make a simple craft! For ages 3-7 and their caregivers. Please register starting on Wednesday, September 8, 2010, at 9:00 AM for each date that you plan to attend. Click on the program name for details.

Fall Baby & Me 6:45 PM Mondays

Monday, September 27, 2010 6:45 PM - 7:05 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

 A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers.  Program runs from September 20th through October 25th.  No registration required.

Preschool 7:00 PM

Mondays from September 20th thru October 25th at 7:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Storytime room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 3 and 4 year olds with their caregivers on Mondays, from September 20th to October 25th at 7:00 PM.

There is no registration required, please come when you can.

 

Fall 2010 Baby & Me Mondays 7:00 PM

Monday, September 27, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:20 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers from Sept. 20 to Oct. 25. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Knitting Basics for Beginners

Monday, September 27, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Independence Branch: Conference Room

If you have always wanted to learn how to knit, join our Knitting Basics for Beginners series.  Please bring a skein of worsted weight yarn and a pair of US 8 knitting needles.  Limited class size.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Independence Library.

Preschool 7PM

Monday, September 27, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

North Olmsted Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 3-5 years olds not yet in Kindergarten.  Caregivers welcome.

Get Happy Party and Book Discussion

Monday, September 27, 2010 7:00 PM

North Olmsted Branch: Large Meeting Room

Come out and celebrate Terry McMillan's new book, "Getting to Happy".

Dress for Success

Monday, September 27, 2010 at 7 PM

Registration: Thursday, July 01, 2010 through Monday, September 27, 2010

Berea Branch

We have all heard it- first impressions count!!! Appearance can create credibility. Join us for this program and learn about today’s dress codes. Is “dress down” still acceptable? Do you see yourself as others see you? This program will assist you with your visual presence the importance of self image and understanding the dress culture of any business. Are you a business owner, pick up tips on how to develop a dress code.

Fall Preschool Storytime Monday 7:00 PM

Monday, September 27, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Storyroom

 

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs and fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. Mondays September 20th- October 25th at 7:00 PM.

7:00 PM Monday Fall Preschool Storytime

Monday 7 PM 9/27

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten from Sept. 20 through Oct. 25.

No registration required.

Start Your Own Business: Entrepreneurship 101

Monday, September 27, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:00 AM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

So, you have an idea. You want to turn it into a business. Come to this workshop and learn how to assess the feasibility of your idea as well as next steps.  What do you need to know to get your business off the ground? Join us to find out how to research and develop your business concept with experts from Business Advisers of Cleveland. Registration requested.

Grant Proposal Writing and Budgeting

Monday, September 27, 2010 7:00 PM

Southeast Branch

Do you have a great idea? Are you ready to seek funding for it?  Join us for this workshop on how to write a dynamic proposal, create a proposal budget and more. Registration requested.

Family Storytime

Monday, September 27, 2010 7:00 PM

Berea Branch

Caregivers and their little ones aged 2 through 6 years old are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, sogns, and fingerplays.  Programs run from September 20 through October 25.

Fall Family Storytime

Mondays at 7PM, 9/27-11/1

Beachwood Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of stories, rhymes, songs and fingerplays suitable for children from birth - 5 years of age. Fun for the whole family! Program runs September 27 - November 1.
No registration.

Book Discussion

Monday, September 27, 2010 7:30 PM

Solon Branch: Meeting Room

The Piano Teacher by Janice K. Lee
No one escapes the past, in this Hong Kong tale of war, betrayal, and two tangled, tortured love stories.

Tales 4 Tots Storytime Tuesdays

Tuesday, September 28, 2010

Orange Branch: Meeting Room

 

Caregivers and children birth to 35 months are welcome to participate in a special program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. 

Tuesdays September 21 - November 30 at 10:00 a.m.  Registration is not required.

Preschool Storytime for 3-5s

Tuesdays, September 21st-October 26th at 9:30 a.m.

Middleburg Heights Branch: Storyhour Room

Join us for stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for children ages 3-5.  No registration required -- just drop in!

Fall Toddler Storytime 9:30 AM Tuesdays

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 9:30 AM - 9:50 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month old and their caregivers from September 21st through October 26th, 2010. Registration is not required.

Fall Tuesday Preschool

Tuesdays at 10:00 AM from September 21 through October 26, 2010

Bay Village Branch: Story room

For children ages 3 - 6 years old on Tuesdays at 10:00 from September 21 through October 26, 2010.

Fall 2010 Toddler Storytime Tuesdays 10:00 AM

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:25 AM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 21 to Oct. 26.  No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Fall Baby and Me Tuesdays

Tuesdays at 10AM, 9/28-11/02

Beachwood Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. Program runs September 28 - November 2.

No registration.

Fall Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 10:00 AM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

3, 4, and 5 year olds not yet in kindergarten are invited to join a program of stories, books, rhymes, songs and finger plays.  Tuesdays, Sept. 21 to Oct. 26.  Registration not required.

Fall Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 10:00 AM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 20 to Oct. 25.  Registration not required

10:00 AM Fall Toddler Tuesday Storytime

Tuesdays at 10 AM from 9/21-10/26

Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 21 thru Oct. 26. No registration is required.

Fall Baby and Me

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 10:00 AM

Berea Branch

A six seek program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers.  Programs run from September 21 through October 26.

10:00 AM Tuesday Fall Toddler Storytime

Tuesday 10 AM 9/28

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19 - 35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 21 through Oct. 26.

No registration required.

 

Baby and Me Fall Tuesdays

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 10:00 AM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 Caregivers and their babies ages birth to 18 months are invited to participate in a special program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. Registration is not required.

Morning Movers

Tuesdays, September 21st - October 26th; 10-10:30 am

Warrensville Branch: Children's Room

Rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories to get little ones up and moving! For ages 1-3 years with a caregiver.  Siblings, preschools and daycares are welcome.  No registration necessary, just come and join in the fun!

Fall Baby & Me

Tuesdays 9/28-10/26 @ 10 AM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room B

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth through 18 months and their caregivers. No registration is necessary! Come and join us!
Program runs Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. from September 21 through October 26.

Excel 2007 Essentials

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 30, 2010 9:00 AM

Strongsville Branch: Meeting Room

An introduction to spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel 2007.  Click on program name for more details and to register.
Registration begins on Monday, August 30th at 9:00 a.m.

Fall Baby & Me 10:00 AM

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 10:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch: meeting room

A six-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers.

Tuesdays, September 28th - November 2nd/ 10:00 AM

Come and join us!  No registration required.

 

Fall Toddler Storytime, Tuesdays 10 AM

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Olmsted Falls Branch: Meeting Room

 Share a 6 week program of books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for little ones ages 19-35 months and their caregivers from September 21 through October 26. Tuesdays at 10:00 AM.  NO registration is required.

10:30 AM Tuesday Fall Toddler

10:30 AM Tuesday Fall Toddler from 9/21 thru 10/26

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

Caregivers and their little ones ages 19-35 months are invited to join us for a six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories from 9/21 through 10/26. No registration needed, just join us!

Fall Preschool Storytime Tuesday 10:30 AM

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 10:30 AM

North Royalton Branch: Storytime Room

A  six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. This program is offered Tuesdays  from September 21st  through October 26th.

Come and join us! No registration required!

Fall Toddler Storytime 10:30 AM

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 10:30 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Caregivers and their little ones ages 19-35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays. 

Toddler 10:30 AM

Tuesdays, September 21st thru October 26th at 10:30 AM

Brooklyn Branch: Storytime room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 montholds and their caregivers on Tuesdays, September 21st thu October 26th at 10:30 AM .

There is no registration for this program, please come when you can.

Book Discussion

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 10:30 AM

Solon Branch: Solon Senior Center

The Piano Teacher by Janice K. Lee
No one escapes the past, in this Hong Kong tale of war, betrayal, and two tangled, tortured love stories.
 

Preschool Storytime Fall

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 10:30 AM

Richmond Branch

 

3,4, and 5 year olds not yet in kindergarten can join us for a program of stories, books, rhymes, songs and fingerplays.  No registration is required.
Fall Baby & Me 11:00 AM

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 11:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch: meeting room

A six-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers.

Tuesdays, September 28th - November 2nd/ 10:00 AM

Come and join us!  No registration required.

 

Fall Toddler Storytime

Tuesdays 9/28-10/26 @ 11 a.m.

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room B

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers.  No registration is necessary!  Come and join us!
Program runs Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. from September 21 through October 26.

11:00 AM Fall Toddler Tuesday Storytime

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 11:00 AM

Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 21 thru Oct. 26. No registration is required.

Preschool Storytime Fall Tuesdays

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 11:00 AM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 3,4, and 5 year olds not yet in kindergarten are invited to join a program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays.  No registration is required.

 

Fall Tuesday Morning Movers

Tuesdays at 11:00 from September 21 through October 26, 2010

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

For children ages 1- 3 years with their caregiver on Tuesdays at 11:00 AM from September 21 through October 26, 2010.

Fall Toddler Storytime 11:00 AM Tuesdays

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:20 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month old and their caregivers from September 21st through October 26th, 2010. Registration is not required.

Fall Toddler Storytimes Tuesdays at 11:00 am

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Storyroom

 

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers. Tuesday September 21st - October 26th.

11:30 AM Tuesday Fall Preschool Storytime

Tuesdays at 11:30 AM, weekly, from 9/21 through 10/26

Solon Branch: Story/craft Room

A six week program of stories, rhymes, songs and fingerplays for children ages 3-5, but not yet in kindergarten, and a caregiver. Program runs from 9/21 through 10/26.

No need to register, just join us!

Fall 2010 Preschool Storytime Tuesdays 11:30 AM

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for ages 3, 4, and 5 years old not yet in Kindergarten with a parent/caregiver from Sept. 21 to Oct. 26. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Fall Preschool Storytime

Tuesdays at 1PM, 9/28-11/2

Beachwood Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. Program runs September 28 - November 2.
No registration

Charting with Excel 2007

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 30, 2010 9:00 AM

Strongsville Branch: Meeting Room

A beginner course on Charting with Microsoft Excel 2007.  Click on program name for more details and to register.  Registration begins Monday, August 30th at 9:00 a.m.

Adult Book Discussion

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 1:30-2:30 PM

Registration: Saturday, June 05, 2010 3:00 PM through Tuesday, September 28, 2010 12:00 PM

Mayfield Branch: Meeting Room

Loving Frank by Nancy Horan will be discussed. Copies will be available at the Mayfield Library Information Desk one month prior to the discussion.

Click here for book summary. 

Fall Preschool Tuesday

Tuesdays at 1:30 PM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Story Room

A program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for preschoolers ages 3- 5 not yet in Kindergarten. Programs run from September 21 through October 26.

On the Road with Road Scholars (Elderhostel)

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Lower Level Meeting Room

George Shinas will discuss his travels with Road Scholars (Elderhostel).  Join us for  coffee and conversation.  Registration required.

Just for Teens-Surprise Tuesdays

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 3:00 PM

Mayfield Branch

Teens in grades 6-12 can drop in on Tuesdays for a surprise activity which may include crafts, games and more!

Crafty Capers 3:45 PM (School Age)

Tuesday, 9/28 @ 3:45 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Independence Branch: Large Meeting Room

Think you know your fairy tales?  Join us for a program of fractured (mixed up) fairytales and a fun craft.  This program is great for homeschoolers! 

Registration is required and begins on Wednesday, September 8, 2010 at 9:00 AM.

History Mysteries of the Mansion

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 4:00 PM through Tuesday, October 12, 2010 11:59 PM

Registration Starts: Thursday, September 02, 2010 9:00 AM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

Our Library used to be a Mansion and it is filled with mysteries.  Come and explore.  Each program includes a full tour of the Mansion, including places the public doesn't usually see!  Tuesday afternoons,  Sept. 21, Sept. 28 and Oct. 12 at 4:00PM.  Grade levels are approximate and older and younger siblings are always welcome.

Tween Scene Tuesdays 4:00 PM

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Grades 4-7.  Explore art, stories, hands-on computer and gaming activities, volunteer and leadership opportunities.  Registration requested.

Read-Along Gang

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 at 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Brooklyn Branch: Brooklyn

Grades 2nd & 3rd                                 Registration required.

2nd and 3rd graders are invited to join us for books, games and crafts from September 21 - October 26 at 4:00 PM

Primetime Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 4:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Orange Branch: meeting room

A program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten on Tuesdays, September 21 - November 30 at 4:00 PM. Registration is not required.

Story Bingo

Tuesday, September 28 from 4:15- 5 p.m.

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

For students in grades 1-3.

Listen to a story, play bingo and win prizes!  Registration required.  Click on program name for details.

Fall Family Storytime

Tuesdays at 4:30 PM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Story Room

This program includes stories, songs and fingerplays for 20 minutes. It is for all ages of children with a caregiver. Then, the children will be able to play with toys for about 20 minutes. It is designed to run at the same time as the Kids Book Club so that siblings of club members may attend. However, all are welcome. The fall session runs from September 21 through October 26.

Fall Kids Book Club

Tuesdays at 4:30 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Meeting Room

Children in grades K, 1 and 2 will read or listen to a preassigned book before library time. Then, they will take part in a book discussion, activity and book related snack. Registration is required and limited to 15 participants.

 

Movie Making 101 with Scenarios USA

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 4:30 PM - 5:30 PM

Warrensville Branch

 Come see previous teen Short film winners, talk about the competition, and the art of movie making with Steph Wahome from Scenarios USA.  You’ll hear about their annual “What’s the Real Deal?” writing contest and learn about writing and filmmaking.

Fall Tuesday Tales

Tuesdays, Sept. 21 - Oct. 2, 4:30 - 5:00

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Children's Story Room

Kindergarten through third grade students are invited to an afternoon of fun stories and a craft!
This four-week session runs Tuesdays, from 4:30 - 5:00 pm, from September 21st  through October 12th, 2010.

You can register beginning September 8th, 2010, in person, online, or by calling 440-333-4700.
NOTE: Please indicate the child's grade level when registering. Example: Mary - 1st.

Library Board Meeting

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 6:00 PM

Administrative Office Building Branch: Auditorium

Regular Board Meetings are held monthly (except summer)on Tuesdays at 6:00 p.m. at our Administrative Office Building. All Board meetings are open to the public. Call 216-398-1800 to verify times, locations, dates of meetings.

Identity Theft

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Lower Level Meeting Room

Nancy McArthur of Firefighters Community Credit Union will talk about identity theft.  Topics include what is identity theft, how thieves obtain personal information, minimizing risk of identity theft online and offline, tips and warning signs and help for identity theft victims.  Registration required.

6:30 PM Tuesday Fall Baby & Me Storytime

6:30 PM Tuesday Fall Baby & Me Storytime from 9/21 thru 10/26

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

 

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to eighteen months and their caregivers from 9/21 through  10/26. No registration needed, just join us!

Fall Baby and Me 6:30 PM

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 6:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers on Tuesdays, September 21st through October 26th at 6:30 PM.

Career Planning

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 6:30 PM

Bay Village Branch: Large Meeting room

Learn how to plan for a career change. Join our Career Center Counselor to map out your future. This workshop is aimed at those making a major career change and job seekers in transition. This program includes career assessments with a licensed or certified counselor. Registration is required.

Fall Twilight Tales

Tuesdays at 6:45 from September 21 through October 26, 2010

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

For children ages birth - 5 years, their parents, and siblings.  Join us on Tuesdays at 6:45 from September21 through October 26, 2010.

Family Pajama Party Storytime 6:45 PM

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 6:45 PM - 7:30 PM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Families are invited to wear their pajamas and share a program of books, rhymes, and songs that they get to choose!  No registration required.  Click on program name for more details.

Fall Baby & Me Storytime Tuesdays 6:45pm

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 6:45 PM - 7:00 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Storyroom

 

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. Tuesdays September 21st-October 26th at 6:45 PM.

ACT/SAT Prep Class

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 7:00 PM

Strongsville Branch: Meeeting Room

Learn tips on how to do well in the ACT or SAT exams.  Presented by the Princeton Review.  Grades 6-12.

Writing Strategies for the NEW SAT and ACT as well as for COLLEGE ESSAYS

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:15 PM

Orange Branch: Meeting Room

Learn an effective and efficient format to approach the essay portion of the new SAT.  Learn a structured approach for responding to college essay prompts by using an organized, cohesive and structured format.

Fall Preschool Storytime Tuesday Evening

Tuesdays 9/28-10/26 @ 7 PM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room B

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. No registration is necessary!  Come and join us!
 Program runs Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. from September 21 through October 26.

Elizabeth Cady Stanton

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:45 PM

Registration: Monday, February 22, 2010 9:00 AM through Tuesday, September 28, 2010 7:00 PM

Brook Park Branch: Large Meeting Room

Join us for an entertaining and educational evening as Jacquelyn Mayer presents Elizabeth Cady Stanton, co-founder of the women's rights movement.

Full Circle, the Cleveland Women

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 30, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch: Meeting Room

Cleveland women have added much to our history and heritage.  Learn about several of our most interesting ladies when we take a tour of selected sites in the Lake View Cemetery.  Registration is requested beginning Monday, August 30th.

7:00 PM Tuesday Fall Tiny Tots Storytime

Tuesday 7 PM 9/28

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 36 months and their caregivers from Sept. 21 – Oct. 26.

No registration required.

 

ACT/SAT Strategy Session

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Solon Branch: meeting room

Learn time management and test strategy techniques for the ACT or SAT from the Princeton Review.

Brain Power 7PM

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 16, 2010 9:00 AM

North Olmsted Branch: Large Meeting Room

 A licensed school psychologist and registered dietitian discuss how good nutrition is vital for school success. Lack of motivation, fatigue and excessive weight can all lead to limited success in school. The program will address how parents can best prepare their children for school by providing good nutrition.  Registration begins Monday, August 16 @ 9:00 AM

Fall Family Storytime Tuesday 7 PM

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 7:00 PM

North Royalton Branch: Children's Storytime Room

A six week program of stories, program of stories, rhymes, songs and fingerplays suitable for children from eighteen month to age five.  Fun for the whole family! This program is offered Tuesdays from September 21st through October 26th.

No registration required.   Come and join us!

Fall Preschool Storytime 7 PM Tuesdays

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers from September 21st  through October 26th. Registration not required.

 

Beginning Knitting with Grindstone Knitters

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 - 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 30, 2010 9:00 AM

Berea Branch

Attend all three classes to learn the foundations of knitting. Presented by members of the Berea Grindstone Knitting Guild. Registration required and limited. Registration begins August 30th.

7:00 PM Pajama Storytime

Tuesdays 7:00 PM from 9/21 thru 10/26

Brecksville Branch

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for children aged 1-3 and their caregivers.  Come in your pjs!  Siblings are welcome. From September 21 thru October 26.

Baby & Me

Tuesdays, September 21st-October 26th from 7:00-7:20 p.m.

Middleburg Heights Branch: Storyhour Room

Come to the library for a special program of rhymes, songs, and books for babies from birth-18 months and their caregivers.  No registration required -- just drop in!

African-American Authors Book Club

Tuesday, September 28, 2010 7:00 PM

Southeast Branch: Large Meeting Room

The African American Authors Book Club will meet on the fourth Tuesday of each month to explore all genres of African-American writing. Join us to explore the vastness of African American writings.

 


 

Baby & Me

Wednesdays, September 22nd-October 27th from 9:30-9:50 a.m.

Middleburg Heights Branch: Storyhour Room

Come to the library for a special program of rhymes, songs, and books for babies from birth-18 months and their caregivers.  No registration required -- just drop in!

Fall Baby & Me 9:30 AM Wednesdays

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 9:30 AM - 9:50 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. Program runs from September 22nd through October 27th. No registration is required.

 

9:30 AM Fall Toddler Wednesday Storytime

Wednesdays at 9:30 AM from 9/22-10/27

Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 22 thru Oct. 27. No registration is required.

9:30 AM Wednesday Fall Baby & Me Storytime

9:30 AM Wednesday Fall Baby & Me Storytime from 9/22 thru 10/27

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to eighteen months and their caregivers from 9/22 through  10/27. No registration needed, just join us!

Baby & Toddler Storytime

Wednesdays at 10:00 AM from 9/29-10/27

Brook Park Branch: Large Meeting Room

Parents (or caregivers) and their babies and toddlers (birth to 35 months old) may join us for a six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books September 22 through October 27.   Come join us!   No registration required!   This program may have a larger group attendance.

10:00 AM Wednesday Fall Tiny Tots Storytime

Wednesday 10 AM 9/29

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 36 months and their caregivers from Sept. 22 – Oct. 27.

No registration required.

 

Fall Toddler Storytime 10:00 AM Wednesdays

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 10:00 AM

Berea Branch

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers.  Programs run from September 22 through October 27.

Fall Toddler Storytime Wednesdays

Wednesdays at 10AM, 9/29-11/3

Beachwood Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers. Program runs September 29 - November 3.
No registration

Fall Toddler Storytime 10:00 AM

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 10:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch

A six-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-36 month-olds and their caregivers.

10:00 AM Fall Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 10:00 AM

Southeast Branch: Activity Room

A 25-minute program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers. For more information click on program title.

Preschool Storytime Wednesday 10:00 AM

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Storyroom

 

A 6 week program of rhymes,songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten . Wednesday mornings at 10:00 AM.September 22nd- October27th.

Fall Preschool Storytime, Ages 3-5

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Olmsted Falls Branch: Meeting Room

 Share a 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3 to 5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten.  Caregivers accompany the 3 year olds.  Storytimes are on Wednesdays at 10:00 AM and run from September 22 through October 27. NO registration required.

Fall Baby and Me Wednesday 10 AM

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 10:00 AM

North Royalton Branch

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. This program is offered Wednesdays from September 22 to November 3.  

No Baby and Me on October 13.

Come and join us!  No registration required!

Fall Wednesday Snuggle Bugs

Wednesdays at 10:00 AM from September 22 through October 27, 2010

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

 

For children from birth – 30 months with their caregivers from September 22 through October 27, 2010.

Children can wear their pajamas and participate in a special program of books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and fun!  No registration necessary.  Click on program name for details.

Preschool Storytime 10:00 AM

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Caregivers and children ages 3-5 are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and fun!  No registration required.  Click on program name for more details.

Fall 2010 Baby & Me Wednesdays 10:00 AM

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

Strongsville Branch

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers from Sept. 22 to Oct. 27. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Baby and Me Fall Wednesday

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 10:00 AM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 Caregivers and their babies ages birth to 18 months are invited to participate in a special program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. Registration is not required.

Fall Snuggle Bugs 10 AM (Children)

Wednesdays @ 10 AM, 9/22-10/27

Independence Branch: Story/Craft Room

A program of rhymes, songs and stories for 0-35 month olds and their families. Programs run on Wednesdays from 10:00-10:20, September 22-October 27.

Registration is not required.

Fall Family Storytime-Wednesday at 10:00

Wednesdays at 10:00

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Gates Mills Branch: Meeting room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for all ages from September 22 through October 27. Click on program name for details.

Fall Preschool Wednesday

Wednesdays at 10 AM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Story Room

A program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for preschoolers ages 3- 5 not yet in Kindergarten. Programs run from September 22 through October 27.

Cleveland Orchestra Music Study Group

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 10:15 AM

Brecksville Branch: meeting room

Unlock the magic of music with a Cleveland Orchestra Music Study Group led by Dr. Rose Breckenridge. 

10:30 AM Fall Toddler Wednesday Storytime

Wednesdays at 10:30 AM from 9/22-10/27

Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 22 thru Oct. 27. No registration is required.

10:30 AM Wednesday Fall Toddler Storytime

10:30 AM Wednesday Fall Toddler Storytime from 09/22 thru 10/27

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

Caregivers and their little ones ages 19-35 months are invited to join us for a six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories from 9/22 through 10/27. No registration needed, just join us!

Preschool Storytime

Wednesdays at 10:45 AM from 9/29-10/27

Brook Park Branch: Storytime Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for children ages 3-5  from September 22 through October 27.   Come join us!   No registration required!   This program may have a larger group attendance. 

11:00 AM Wednesday Fall Preschool Storytime

Wednesday 11 AM 9/29

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten from Sept. 22 through Oct. 27.

No registration required.

Fall Toddler Storytime 11:00 AM Wednesdays

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 11:00 AM

Berea Branch

A six week program of rhymes, songs, and fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers.  Programs run from September 22 through October 27.

Fall Toddler Storytime 11:00 AM

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 11:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch

A six-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-36 month-olds and their caregivers.

Fall Preschool Storytime

Wednesdays 9/29-10/27 @ 11:00 AM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room B

 A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten.  No registration is necessary!  Come and join us! Click on program name for details.
Program runs Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. from September 22 through October 27.

Fall Preschool Storytime 11 AM Wednesdays

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers from September 22nd through October 27th. Registration not required.

Toddlers Fall Wednesday

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 11:00 AM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 Caregivers and their little ones ages 19 to 35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays. No registration is required.

Preschool Storytime for 3-Year-Olds

Wednesdays, September 22nd-October 27th at 11:00 a.m.

Middleburg Heights Branch: Storyhour Room

Join us for stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays especially for 3-year-olds.  No registration required -- just drop in!

Fall Preschool Storytime Wednesday 11 AM

Wednesdays @ 11 AM, 9/22-10/27

Independence Branch: Story/Craft Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. Programs run on Wednesdays from 11:00-11:30, September 22 -October 27.

Registration is not required.

Fall 2010 Preschool Storytime Wednesdays 11:30 AM

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for ages 3, 4, and 5 years old not yet in Kindergarten with a parent/caregiver from Sept. 22 to Oct. 27. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

11:30 AM Wednesday Fall Baby & Me

11:30 AM Wednesday Fall Baby & Me Storytime from 9/22 thru 10/27

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to eighteen months and their caregivers from 9/22 through 10/27. No registration needed, just join us!

Fall 2010 Preschool Storytime Wednesdays 1:30 PM

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for ages 3, 4, and 5 years old not yet in Kindergarten with a parent/caregiver from Sept. 22 to Oct. 27. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Preschool Storytime Fall Wednesdays

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 1:30 PM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 3,4, and 5 year olds not yet in kindergarten are invited to join a program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays.  No registration is required.

Preschool 1:30 PM

Wednesdays from Septemeber 22nd thru October 27th at 1:30 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Storytime room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 3 and 4 year olds with their caregivers on Wednesdays, from September 22nd to October 27th at 1:30 PM.

There is no registration required, please come when you can.

Fall Preschool Storytime Wednesday 2 PM

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 2:00 PM

North Royalton Branch: Storytime Room

A  six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. This program is offered Wednesdays from September 22nd  through October 27th.

Come and join us! No registration required!

Cupcake Creations

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Registration: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM through Wednesday, September 29, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Storytime Room

Join us for a fun afternoon of making frosted friends cupcakes. You can decorate a cupcake to look like you or a friend. All supplies will be provided. It's guaranteed to be a delicious time!

Grades 4-8.

Registration requested.

Bookbugs

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 at 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Brooklyn Branch: Brooklyn

Ages 5 - Grade 1                                    Registration required.

5year olds, kindergarteners and 1st graders are invited to join us for books, games, songs and special surprises from September 22 - October 27 at 4:00 PM.

Fall Silly Shenanigans

Wednesdays 9/29-10/20 @ 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room A

A program of crafts, stories, movement, music and more for children in grades K-2.  Come and join us!  Registration is requested, and begins September 8, 2010.
Program runs Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m. from September 29 through October 20.

Fabulous Fall

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: storyroom

Fall is a wonderful time of colors and change.  Barb Morgan ,a Naturalist, from the Shaker Lakes Nature Center will be here to share information about the wonders of Fall. There will be stories ,a craft, and lots of fun for students in grades K-4. 

Wacky Wednesdays 4:30PM

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

North Olmsted Branch: Story Room

Kindergarteners through third graders are invited to join us for books, stories, games, songs, and special surprises.  Registration required.

6:30 PM - Fall Twilight Tots Storytime

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 6:30 PM

Southeast Branch: Activity Room

A 25-minute pogram of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 12 - 36 month olds and their caregivers. Click on program title for more information.

Wednesday Knit-CrochetNights

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch

Do you knit or crochet or would like to learn how?  Join us Wednesday evenings.

Fall Preschool Storytime 6:30 PM

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 6:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Children ages 3-5 with their caregiver are invited to join a program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays on Wednesdays, September 22nd through October 27th at 6:30 PM.

Fall Wednesday Wonders

Wednesdays at 6:45 PM from September 22 through October 27, 2010.

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

For children ages 30 months - 5 years with their caregiver on Wednesdays at 6:45 PM  from September 22  through October 27, 2010.

Fall Toddler Storytime 6:45 PM Wednesdays

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 6:45 PM - 7:05 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month old and their caregivers from September 22nd through October 27th, 2010. Registration is not required.

Toddler Storytime 6:45 PM

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 6:45 PM - 7:15 PM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Caregivers and children from 19-35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and fun!  No registration required.

Fall Snuggle Bug Storytime Wednesday 6:45 PM

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 6:45 PM

North Royalton Branch

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for children ages birth through 36 months and their caregivers. Wear your pajamas (if you like) and join us as we snuggle off to dreamland.  This program is offered Wednesdays from September 22nd through October 27th.

Come and join us! No registration required!

6:45 PM Wednesday Fall Baby & Me

Wednesday 6:45 PM 9/29

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers from Sept. 22 – Oct. 27.

No registration required.

Live Jazz

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 16, 2010 9:00 AM

Brooklyn Branch

 Come and enjoy lively jazz music performed by a group of fine musicians in the Greater Cleveland area. The band will play marches, blues, and popular songs from the 1920’s in the ensemble style of such bands as early Louis Armstrong, Kid Ory, and the well-known Preservation Hall Jazz Band. Bring the whole family. Registration requested.

7:00 PM Wednesday Fall Family Storytime

Wednesdays at 7:00 PM, weekly, from 9/22 through 10/27

Solon Branch: Story/craft Room

A fun evening filled with stories, songs, and activities that WON'T put you to sleep. For children ages 3 and up and a caregiver. Program runs from 9/22 through 10/27. No need to rgister, just join us!

Preschool Family Storytime

Wednesdays, September 22nd- October 27th; 7:00-7:30 pm

Warrensville Branch

A program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for preschoolers ages 3-5 and their families! Siblings are welcome to attend. No need to register, just join in the fun!

Computer Essentials

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 30, 2010 9:00 AM

Strongsville Branch: Meeting Room

A beginner course on Computer Essentials.  Click on program name for more details and to register.  Registration begins Monday, August 30th.

How to Become an American Citizen

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Friday, April 30, 2010

Orange Branch: meeting room

Syed Ali from Second Chance Immigration Services will speak on preparation for the citizenship test.  What you need to know and practical tips will be discussed.   Click on program name to register.

Fall Toddler Storytimes Wednesday 7 PM

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Storyroom

 

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers. Wednesdays September 22nd- October 27th.

Fall Preschool Storytime 7:00 PM

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 7:00 PM

Parma-Snow Branch: meeting room

A program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten.

Wednesdays, September 29-November 3, 7:00 PM. No registration required for this program!
Please plan on arriving a few minutes early to make your child’s nametag.

Fall 2010 Family Storytime Wednesdays 7:00 PM

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for all ages with a parent/caregiver from Sept. 22 to Oct. 27.  No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Toddler 7:00 PM

Wednesdays from Septemeber 22nd thru October 27th at 7:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Storytime room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 montholds and their caregivers on Wednesdays, September 22nd thu October 27th at 7:00 PM.

There is no registration required, please come when you can.

Toddler Storytime

Wednesdays, September 22nd-October 27th from 7:00-7:20 p.m.

Middleburg Heights Branch: Storyhour Room

Join us for stories, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for children 19-35 months and their caregivers.  No registration required -- just drop in!

Fairview Park Residents Past & Present Family History Workshop

Wednesday, September 29, 2010 7:00 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Lower Level Meeting Room A

Join the Fairview Park Historical Society Archivist and Cuyahoga County Public Library's Genealogy Specialist for hands-on help to trace your Fairview Park family history.  Registration required.  To complete your registration and assist workshop presenters, please type the family names, that you are interested to research, in the comment box of the registration page.

Fall Baby & Me

Thursdays at 9:30

Chagrin Falls Branch: Story Room

Baby and Me is a 20 to 25 minute program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for children aged 0 to 18 months. The program includes caregiver involvement. The summer session runs from September23 through October 28.

Toddler Storytime

Thursdays, September 23rd-October 28th from 9:30-9:50 a.m.

Middleburg Heights Branch: Storyhour Room

Join us for stories, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for children 19-35 months and their caregivers.  No registration required -- just drop in!

Fall Baby & Me 9:30 AM Thursdays

Thursday, September 30, 2010 9:30 AM - 9:50 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. Program runs from September 23rd through October 28th. No registration is required.

Toddlers Fall Thursday

Thursday, September 30, 2010 10:00 AM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 Caregivers and their little ones ages 19 to 35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays. No registration is required.

Fall Thursday Morning Movers

Thursdays at 10:00 AM from September 23 through October 28, 2010.

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

 For children ages 1- 3 years with their caregiver on Thursdays at 10:00 AM from September 23 through October 28, 2010

Fall Preschool Storytime Thursdays 10 AM

Thursdays @ 10 AM, 9/23-10/28.

Independence Branch: Story/Craft Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. Programs run on Thursdays from 10:00-10:30, September 23 -October 28.

Registration is not required.

Fall Baby & Me/Toddler Program on Thursdays at 10:00 AM

Thursdays at 10:00 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Gates Mills Branch: Meeting room

A program of rhymes, songs , fingerplays and stories for ages birth through age 3 from September 23 through October 28. Click on program name for details.

Fall Preschool Storytime 10:00 AM

Thursday, September 30, 2010 10:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch: meeting room

A program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. Thursdays September 30th- November 4th, 10:00 AM.


No registration required for this program!
Please plan on arriving a few minutes early to make your child’s nametag.

 

Toddler 10AM

Thursday, September 30, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

North Olmsted Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers.

10:00 AM Fall Preschool Storytime Thursdays

Thursdays 10:00 AM from 9/23 thru 10/28

Brecksville Branch

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten from 9/23 thru 10/28.

10:00 AM Thursday Fall Preschool Storytime

Thursday 10 AM 9/30

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

 A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten from Sept. 23 through Oct. 28.

No registration required.

Fall Preschool Storytime

Thursday, September 30, 2010 10:00 AM

Berea Branch

A six week program  of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten.  Programs run from September 23 through October 28.

Fall Baby and Me

Thursday, September 30, 2010 10:00 AM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers.   Wednesdays, Sept 23 to Oct. 28.  Registration not required.

 

Fall Preschool Storytime 10:30 AM

Thursday, September 30, 2010 10:30 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Children ages 3-5 with their caregiver are invited to join a program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays.

10:30 AM Thursday Fall Toddler Storytime

10:30 AM Thursday Fall Toddler Storytime from 09/30 thru 10/28

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

Caregivers and their little ones ages 19-35 months are invited to join us for a six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories from 9/23 thru 10/28. No registration needed, just join us!

Fall Play, Learn & Grow

Thursdays 9/30-10/21 @ 10:30 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room A

 Fun and learning for children ages 3 and younger with a caregiver.  Registration is requested, and begins September 8, 2010.
Program runs Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. from September 30 through October 21.

Fall 2010 Preschool Storytime Thursdays 10:30 AM

Thursday, September 30, 2010 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for ages 3, 4, and 5 years old not yet in Kindergarten with a parent/caregiver from Sept. 23 to Oct. 28. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Adult Morning Book Discussion: Dreamers of the Day

Thursday, September 30, 2010 10:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Parma-Snow Branch: Conference Room

Register for this discussion by picking up the book at the Parma Snow Branch beginning September 1st.

Fall Preschool Storytime 11 AM Thursdays

Thursday, September 30, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers from September 23rd through October 28th. Registration not required.

Fall Toddler Thursday

Thursdays at 11 AM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Story Room

Caregivers and their little ones aged 19 through 35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs and fingerplays. The fall session runs from September 23 to October 28.

 

Fall Toddler Storytime 11 AM

Thursdays, 9/23-10/28 @ 11 AM

Independence Branch: Story/Craft Room

 A six-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers. Programs run from 11:00-11:20 AM, September 23-October 28.

Registration is not required.

Preschool 11AM

Thursday, September 30, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

North Olmsted Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten.  Caregivers welcome.

Fall Toddler Storytime Thursdays

Thursdays at 11AM, 9/30-11/04

Beachwood Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers. Program runs September 30 - November 4.
No registration

Cleveland Orchestra Music Study Group

Thursdays, September 23 - November 18, 1:15 -2:45 PM

Orange Branch

Unlock the magic of music with a Cleveland Orchestra Music Study Group led by Dr. Rose Breckenridge.  Click on program name for details

1:30 PM Thursday Fall Preschool Storytime

Thursdays at 1:30 PM, weekly, from 9/23 through 10/28

Solon Branch: Story/craft Room

A six week program of stories, rhymes, songs and fingerplays for children ages3-5, but not yet in kindergarten, and a caregiver. Program runs from 9/23 through 10/28. No need to register, just join us!

Fabulously Fit Seniors

Wednesday, September 30, 2010 2:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:00 AM

Warrensville Branch

Want to stay in shape and increase your metabolism without worrying about aching bones and joints? Come join us for a series of fitness programs involving chair exercises. Loose fitting clothing and comfortable shoes are all you need. Plus, gain helpful hints on hot topics such as Celiac disease, healthy cooking, and diabetes. Healthy snack will be provided. Registration requested.

Just for Teens-Anime~Manga Club

Thursday, September 30, 2010 3:00 PM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

Otaku or not, you'll have fun!  Watch anime, discuss your favorite shows and books, and more. Grades 6-12.

Ridge Teen Cafe: 3:30-5:00, For Gr. 6-12.

Thursday, Sept. 30th, 3:30-5:00

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 25, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Meeting Room

 Wii, Crafts, Win prizes playing Bingo or just hangout and do homework.
Snacks & drinks.  Register today.

Write It Out

Thursdays, 4-5pm, 9/16 - 12/9

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Craft/Storytime Room

Come hang with teens just like you and write creative, horror, even crazy stories -- as you watch your writing improve!

For teens in grades 6 - 12.  The program runs from 4:00 - 5:00 p.m. every Thursday, from September 16 - December 9 (no meeting on Nov. 25).  Registration is preferred.  You can register online, in person or by calling 440-333-4700.

Teens @ the Library

Thursday, September 30, 2010 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Solon Branch: meeting room

Join us for volunteer opportunities to work with children and help with library activities.  For students in Grades 7 and up.

Fall Baby and Me, Thursdays 6:30 PM

Thursday, September 30, 2010 6:30 PM - 6:50 PM

Olmsted Falls Branch: Meeting Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth through 18 months and their caregivers from September 30 through November 4.  Thursdays at 6:30 PM.  NO registration is required.

Teen Poetry Workshop

Thursday, September 30, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Thursday, August 26, 2010

Garfield Heights Branch


Join Kent State University writing instructor Stephanie Sesic for a two hour workshop on poetry writing for grades 6-12. Just as poems are short but powerful, this brief workshop is guaranteed to improve your ability to bend language to your will.  * Registration required

Baby and Me

Thursdays from September 23rd - October 28th at 6:45 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Storytime room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers on Thursdays, September 23rd thu October 28th at 6:45 PM.

There is no registration for this program, please come when you can.

Family Storytime Fall

Thursday, September 30, 2010 7:00 PM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 A family storytime for ages 2 to 8 with a caregiver.  There will be stories, songs, and fun for everyone.  No registration is required.

Fall 2010 Toddler Storytime Thursdays 7:00 PM

Thursday, September 30, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:25 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 23 to Oct. 28.  No registration required. Click on program name for details.

The Power of Plant-Based Nutrition

Thursday, September 30, 2010 7:00 PM

Southeast Branch: Large Meeting Room

Eat your fruits and vegetables! Mom always said it and it is one of the tried and true recommendations for a healthy diet. Understand why fruits & vegetables are so essential in obtaining optimal health and building a strong immune system. Learn delicious ways to include more fruits and vegetables in your diet.

Fall Time for Tots

Thursdays 9/30-10/28 @ 7:00 PM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room B

 A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for “tots” from birth to age three and their caregivers. No registration is necessary! Come and join us!
Program runs Thursdays at 7:00 p.m. from September 23 through October 28. 

Safety Pin Jewelry for Teens

Thursday, September 30th, 7:00 - 8:30 PM

Registration: Monday, August 30, 2010 9:00 AM through Tuesday, September 28, 2010 5:00 PM

Middleburg Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Make hip and modern jewelry using safety pins and beads – we'll show you how!  Make it for yourself or a friend!  Registration required.  Sponsored by the Friends of the Middleburg Heights Library.

Fall Twilight Tots 7:00 PM

Thursday, September 30, 2010 7:00 PM

Parma-Snow Branch: Meeting Room

A program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 1, 2 and 3-year-olds and their caregivers.

Family Storytime

Thursdays at 7:00 PM from 9/30-10/28

Brook Park Branch: Storytime Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for parents (or caregivers) and their children ages 2-7 from September 23 through October 28.   Come join us!   No registration required!   This program may have a larger group attendance.

Stand Up to Bullies!

Thursday, September 30, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Brook Park Branch: Large Meeting Room

Parents and young people in Kindergarten to Grade 8 will learn how to recognize bullying behavior and the best ways to respond.   In this interactive workshop presented by Susan Fee, kids and adults will have a chance to role play, find out what behavior bullies target, and how to help a friend.   Registration required.   Click on program name for details.

7:00 PM Thursday Fall Toddler Storytime

Thursday 7 PM 9/30

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19 - 35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 23 through Oct. 28.

No registration required.

Start Your Own Business: Entrepreneurship 101

Thursday, September 30, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, August 04, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-South Branch

So, you have an idea. You want to turn it into a business. Come to this workshop and learn how to assess the feasibility of your idea as well as next steps.  What do you need to know to get your business off the ground? Join us to find out how to research and develop your business concept with experts from Business Advisers of Cleveland. Registration requested.

Cuyahoga Valley: Dispelling the Urban Legend

Thursday, September 30, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, June 08, 2010

Brecksville Branch: meeting room

Ever hear the spooky legends that surround the Cuyahoga Valley?  Sonya Horstman tells us about the mythology of Northeast Ohio's  National Park. 

Happy Healthy Me

Thursday, September 30, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Berea Branch

With puppets, guitar, fingerplays and movement, Susan Weber brings to life the story Rudy Raccoon's Beautiful Birthday.  Click on program name for details.

Art Exhibit - Lewis Marino

Friday, October 01, 2010

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch: great hall

Lewis Marino, home-schooled  teenager will exhibit drawings and paintings.  He has been drawing “since he could hold a pencil” and prefers landscapes, birds and insects as subjects.   Lewis says once he’s looked at and drawn something he really knows it.

work will be displayed from October 1st - October 31st during library hours.

Friday Morning Book Discussion

Friday, October 01, 2010 9:30 AM

Brooklyn Branch

Ongoing Friday morning book discussion that meets the 1st Friday of each month.  This month we will be discussing Olive Kitteridge by Elizabeth Strout.

Fall Friday Fun

Fridays at 10:00 AM from September 24 through October 29, 2010.

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

For children birth - 5 years, a grownup, and siblings.  Twenty minutes of stories, fingerplays, songs and music at 10:00 AM from September 24 through October 29, 2010.

Computer Essentials

Friday, October 01, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

This class, geared toward the computer novice, offers an overview of basic computer parts, using the mouse and keyboard, and an introduction to the Microsoft Windows operating system.

Registration is required and begins on Wednesday Sept. 1,  at 9:00 a.m. 

Fall Toddler Storytime Friday 10 AM

Friday, October 01, 2010 10:00 AM

North Royalton Branch: Front Meeting Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for children aged 19 – 35 months and their caregivers. This program is offered Fridays from September 24th  through October 29th.

Come and join us! No registration required!

October Friday Fun Day 10:30 AM

Friday, October 01, 2010 10:30 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Preschoolers & their family and friends are invited to enjoy storytelling, music, and puppet shows.  Child cares welcome!  Registration required.

Exploration Station

Friday, October 01, 2010 10:30 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Berea Branch

Enjoy this hands-on learning experience. Children ages 3 - 5 yrs with a caregiver. Registration required.

Email with Gmail

Friday, October 01, 2010 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Sign up for a free Gmail account that can be checked from any Internet computer.  Gmail is Google's email service, and offers spam filters, ways to organize your messages, and more.

Registration is required and begins Wednesday Sept. 1, at 9:00 a.m.

Author of the Month Contest

Throughout October during library hours

Middleburg Heights Branch

Stop in and enter for a chance to win a book by our Author of the Month!

Afterschool Video Game Day

Friday, October 01, 2010 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch

Relax after school and play some video games and board games too for fun.

Creative Kids

Fridays, September 24th - October 29th / 4-5 pm

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Warrensville Branch: Small Meeting Room

Come have fun and learn how to build, design and experiment through the world of art! For grades K-6.  Registration requested.

Captain Underpants Club 4:00 PM

Friday, October 01, 2010 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Grades 2-5.  Celebrate our favorite underwear-clad hero, CAPTAIN UNDERPANTS! Have an extra-crunchy good time with games and creative activities based on the Captain Underpants books by Dav Pilkey.  Registration required.

Friends of Strongsville Branch Library Fall Book Sale

Saturday, October 02, 2010 9:00 AM - 3:00 PM

Strongsville Branch: Meeting Room

Check out our Fall Book sale.  Click on Program name for more details.

Bookmaking with Bonne de Blas of Arts Books Cleveland

Saturday, October 02, 2010 9:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 30, 2010 9:00 AM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Meeting room

Bonné de Blas from Art Books Cleveland will teach you how to make your own hand-made books.  In this workshop, you'll create books from a single sheet of paper using simple tools.  You'll leave the workshop with two or three of your own books and numerous ideas.  All materials provided.  No previous experience is necessary.  Reservations required (440-423-4808)

Part of Cleveland's Octavofest celebrating the book and paper arts.

Lego Robotics: Music and Sound

Saturday, October 02, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 15, 2010

Garfield Heights Branch

Ages 12-16 

Using Lego Mindstorms computer software, students will build, program, and control robots that respond to music and sound. In this musical and fact-filled workshop, students will have the opportunity to participate in multiple activities. We’ll program robots to dance to music, play notes after performing fun tasks, and play notes by color

Registration Required *Limit 12

10:00 AM Fall "Just A Book" Drop-In Storytime

Saturdays throughout the year at 10 AM

Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

Stop by the Children's Room on Saturday mornings at 10:00 AM to enjoy just a story or two shared by the library staff. For all ages, children under 3 must be accompanied by an adult. No registration is required.

College Essay Writing

Saturday, October 02, 2010 10:00 AM

Registration Starts: Thursday, July 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Brecksville Branch: meeting room

Learn an effective and efficient format to approach the essay portion of the SAT and ACT.  Led by Donna Levine, educational consultant, writing specialist, and author of Write-On! A Handbook on the "How" of Writing.

Play, Learn and Grow

Saturday 10 AM 10/2

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-South Branch: meeting room

Attend this special program to play with toys and meet an early childhood specialist. Children ages birth - 3 years with their caregiver.  Registration required.

Click on program name for details.

AGES 15-18: Teen Techies computer class

Saturday, October 02, 2010 10:00 AM through Saturday, October 16, 2010 11:00 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, June 09, 2010

Southeast Branch: Large Meeting Room

REGISTRATION FOR AGES 15-18: One-on-one computer assistance will be available for Seniors with the help of High School teens for basic computer, Internet, and emailing skills. There are 4 one-hour class sessions for Senior computer instruction.

Play, Learn & Grow!

Saturday, October 2, 10:00 am

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Auditorium

Enjoy playtime with your child!  There will be age-appropriate toys, resources and connections with other children and parents!  Plus, speech pathologist Linda Lange will be there to answer any questions parents might have.  Birth through 3 years, and their caregivers. Registration is required and begins September 8 at 9:00 a.m. - online, in person or by calling 440.333.4700.

Dinosaur Day at the Library

Saturday, October 02, 2010 10:00 AM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 30, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch: Meeting Room

All dinosaur lovers are invited to a special dino storytime--tons of prehistoric fun with stories and facts about those amazing creatures from millions of years ago, plus a fun dinosaur craft and more!

Register online, in person or by phone at 216-661-4240, beginning August 30.

FOR SENIORS: Teen Techies computer class

Saturday, October 02, 2010 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Southeast Branch: Large Meeting Room

REGISTRATION FOR SENIORS:

Under the supervision of library staff, teens and seniors will be paired for one-on-one computer help. Teens will assist seniors in practicing skills for basic computer, Internet, and emailing, learned in the classes taught by library staff.
There are 4 one-hour class sessions. Friends of the Southeast Library will provide one free flash drive to every senior in the program.


 

National Parks/Wildlife Adventure

Saturday, October 02, 2010 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Registration: Monday, September 06, 2010 through Saturday, October 02, 2010

North Royalton Branch

Come explore our National Parks and see the wildlife that lives in the different parks.  Soar with the eagles and run with the wolves !!!  Learn about the parks, create a craft and enjoy a snack!!!

Fun for grades Kindergarten - 5th.  Please register.

Beginning Chinese

Saturdays at 10:00 AM, weekly, from 10/2 through 11/20

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Solon Branch: Conference Room

Eight week program of Beginning Chinese for students in grades 1-8. Registration required.Click on program name for details.

Beginning Chinese for Adults

October 2 - November 20, 2010

Registration: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM through Saturday, October 09, 2010 11:59 PM

Solon Branch: Conference Room

This is an 8-week learning session for adults 18+ that will focus on Chinese characters, basic Chinese dialogue, and Chinese pronunciation.  Co-sponsored by the Chinese Professionals and Entrepreneurs Association.
Saturdays, October 2 - Novermber 20 / 11:15 A.M.

"Dance Image" Dance Concert

Saturday, October 02, 2010 2:00 PM

Solon Branch: Meeting Room

Dance Image, Norhteast Ohio's non-profit, intergenerational dance company and school will present a dance program with opportunities for young audience members to join the fun! For all ages! No need to register, just join us!


Interactive Mystery - Rock n Roll Over Dead

Saturday, October 02, 2010 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Olmsted Falls Branch

Investigate the crime scene, collect the evidence, and solve the mystery.  Open to students in grades 6-12.  Registration required.

Fall Perennial Exchange

Saturday, October 02, 2010 2:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Berea Branch: large meeting room

Divide and share your perennials and garden tips.

Volunteer Fair

Saturday, October 02, 2010 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, June 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Brook Park Branch: Large Meeting Room

The Brook Park branch will host a volunteer fair. Many local, non-profit organizations will be present. The fair is open to volunteers of all ages. Refreshments will be provided. Entertainment by folk muscial duo Heather and Lisa Malyuk from 2:30-3:30 p.m.

Perennial Exchange

Saturday, October 02, 2010 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Southeast Branch: Large meeting room or outside

Fall is a great time to divide perennials. Bring in your plants to exchange with others. Talk shop. Trade ideas.

Lego Robotics: Music and Sound

Saturday, October 02, 2010 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Registration: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM through Friday, October 01, 2010 9:00 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Meeting Rooms A&B

Using Lego Mindstorms computer software, students will build, program, and control robots that respond to music and sound. In this musical and fact-filled workshop, students will have the opportunity to participate in multiple activities. We’ll program robots to dance to music, play notes after performing fun tasks, and play notes by color.

Ages 12-16.  Registration Required. You may register beginning September 1st - online, in person or by calling 440.333.4700.

Friends of Strongsville Branch Library Fall Bag of Books Sale

Sunday, October 03, 2010 1:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Strongsville Branch: Meeting Room

Check out our Fall Bag of Books sale.  Click on Program name for more details.

New Orleans Stompers

Sunday, October 03, 2010 2:00 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, June 08, 2010

Brecksville Branch: Brecksville Community Center

Join us for a great afternoon of music and fun as the New Orleans Stompers entertain us once again!

Let’s Talk! Conversation Practice for New English Speakers

Sunday, October 03, 2010 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Orange Branch: Meeting Room

 

Join us for lively discussions and practice your English speaking skills with English as a Second Language educator, Anne Seibert, M.A. The weekly sessions are for beginning and intermediate levels. Registration requested at cuyahogalibrary.org or by calling 216-831-4282. Sponsored by the Friends of the Orange Branch Library.

Friends of Strongsville Branch Library Fall Bag of Books Sale

Monday, October 04, 2010 9:00 AM - 8:00 PM

Strongsville Branch: Meeting Room

Check out our Fall Bag of Books sale.  Click on Program name for more details.

Fall Toddler Storytime 9:30 AM Mondays

Monday, October 04, 2010 9:30 AM - 9:50 AM

Fairview Park Branch

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month old and their caregivers from September 20th through October 25th, 2010. Registration is not required.

Fall 2010 Baby & Me Mondays 10:00 AM

Monday, October 04, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

Strongsville Branch

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers from Sept. 20 to Oct. 25. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Morning Movers 10:00 AM

Monday, October 04, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Caregivers and children ages 1-3 are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and fun.  No registration required.

Fall Toddler Monday

Mondays at 10 AM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Story Room

Caregivers and their little ones aged 19 through 35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs and fingerplays. The fall session runs from September 20 to October 25.

 

Fall Toddler Storytime Monday 10 AM

Monday, October 04, 2010 10:00 AM

North Royalton Branch

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for children aged 19 – 35 months and their caregivers. This program is offered Mondays from September 20th  through October 25th.

Come and join us! No registration required!

10:00 AM Monday Fall Toddler Storytime

Monday 10 AM 10/4

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19 - 35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 20 through Oct. 25.

No registration required.

10:00 AM Fall Baby & Me Storytime

Monday, October 04, 2010 10:00 AM

Brecksville Branch: Meeting Room

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers from September 20 thru October 25. No registration is required.

Baby and Me 10AM

Monday, October 04, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

North Olmsted Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers.

Fall Baby & Me Storytime Mondays 10:00 AM

Monday, October 04, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Storyroom

 

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. Mondays September 20th-October 25th at 10:00 AM.

Word 2007 Essentials

Monday, October 04, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration Starts: Friday, September 03, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Lower Level Meeting Room A

For beginners, this class introduces the basic features of Microsoft Word 2007.  Learn how to enter and format text, change margins and line spacing, and copy and paste text.  Saving and printing tips will also be discussed.  Prerequisite: Some experience using a mouse.  Registration required.

11:00 a.m. Monday Fall Toddler Storytime

11:00 AM Monday Fall Toddler Storytime from 9/20 - 10/25

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

Caregivers and their little ones ages 19-35 months are invited to join us for a six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories from 9/20 through 10/25 . No registration needed, just join us!

Fall Toddler Storytime 11:00 AM Mondays

Monday, October 04, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:20 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month old and their caregivers from September 20th through October 25th, 2010. Registration is not required.

Fall 2010 Toddler Storytime Mondays 11:30 AM

Monday, October 04, 2010 11:30 AM - 11:55 AM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 20 to Oct. 25.  No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Tabs & Tables in Word

Monday, October 04, 2010 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Registration Starts: Friday, September 03, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Lower Level Meeting Room A

For those already familiar with Word, this class will show how to add tables and tabs to your repertoire.  Prerequisite:  Previous experience with Microsoft Word is required.  Registration required.

Fall Monday Preschool Storytime

Mondays from 1:30 - 2:00 PM beeginning September 20, 2010

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

For children ages 3 - 6 years old on Mondays at 1:30 from September 20 through October 25, 2010.

1:30 PM Monday Fall Preschool Storytime

Mondays at 1:30 PM, weekly, from 9/20 through 10/25

Solon Branch: Story/craft Room

A six week program of stories, rhymes, songs and fingerplays for children ages 3-5, but not yet in kindergarten, and a caregiver. Program runs from 9/20 through 10/25. No need to register, just join us!

1:30 PM Fall Preschool Monday Storytime

Monday, October 04, 2010 1:30 PM

Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for children aged 3 to 5 and their caregivers from September 20 thru October 25.  No registration is required.

Fabulously Fit

Monday, October 04, 2010 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Registration Starts: Sunday, August 15, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch: Meeting Room

Want to stay in shape and increase your metabolism without worrying about aching bones and joints? Join us for an hour of low impact aerobics and chair exercises. Plus, learn how to make homemade weights using items from your kitchen. Registration requested. 

Young New Jewish Writers

Monday, October 04, 2010 2:00 PM

Beachwood Branch

A discussion series led by Eleanor Mallet Bergholz in honor of the 5th anniversary of the Maltz Museum of Jewish Heritage


Wii Play Mondays

Monday, October 04, 2010 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

North Royalton Branch: Meeting Room

Free-for-all gaming after school every Monday!

G2P: Wii Mondays 4:00 PM

Monday, October 04, 2010 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Wii Wednesdays has moved!  TEENs and TWEENs get your game on earlier in the week! Students in grades 4-12 can join us each Monday afternoon for a different Wii or PS2 game.  Registration requested.

Fall Kids Club

Mondays 10/04-10/25 @ 4 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room B

Stories from "Around the World" for boys and girls in grades 1-4.  Registration is requested, and begins September 8, 2010! 
Program runs Mondays at 4:00 p.m. from September 20 through October 25.

Fall Baby and Me Mondays

Mondays at 4PM, 9/27-11/01

Beachwood Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. Program runs September 27- November 1.

No registration.

Fall 2010 School Age Fun Mondays 4:30 PM

Monday, October 04, 2010 4:30 PM - 5:15 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of books, stories, games, songs, and special surprises for grades K – 2nd  from Sept. 20 to Oct. 25.   No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Teen Writers Workshop: Short Fiction

Monday, October 4th at 6:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, September 06, 2010 9:00 AM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Meeting Room

Join Kent State University writing instructor Stephanie Sesic for a two hour workshop on short story writing for grades 6-12. This crash course will provide simple guidelines to help you write better stories. You may even be inspired to submit to the short fiction and/or poetry categories of CCPL's Generation Next creative arts contest! Monday, October 4th at 6:30 PM. Registration required.

Fall Toddler Storytimes 6:30 PM

Monday, October 04, 2010 6:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Caregivers and their little ones ages 19-35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays on Mondays, September 20th through October 25th at 6:30 PM.

Fall Snuggle Bugs 6:30 PM (Children)

Mondays @ 6:30 PM, 9/20-10/18

Independence Branch: Story/Craft Room

A program of rhymes, songs and stories for 0-35 month olds and their families. Programs run on Mondays from 6:30-6:50, September 20-October 18.

Registration is not required.

Snuggle Bug Family Storytime

Mondays, September 13th- October 25th; 6:30-7:00pm

Warrensville Branch

Cuddle up for a program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 24 months and their caregivers! Siblings are also welcome- come join us! No registration required!

Lego Robotics: Music and Sound

Monday, October 04, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, June 08, 2010 3:30 PM

Parma-Snow Branch: Meeting Room

Using Lego Mindstorms computer software, students will build, program, and control robots that respond to music and sound.  In this musical and fact-filled workshop, students will have the opportunity to participate in multiple activities.  We'll program robots to dance to music, play notes after performing fun tasks, and play notes by color.  Ages 12-16. Teens.  Monday, Oct. 4, 6:30-8:30 p.m.  Please register.

Baby & Me 6:30 PM

Monday, October 04, 2010 6:30 PM - 6:55 PM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Caregivers and children from birth to 18 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and fun while enjoying special bonding time.  No registration required.

6:30 PM - Fall Family Storytime

Monday, October 04, 2010 6:30 PM

Southeast Branch: Activity Room

A 25-minute program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3 1/2 - 5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. Click on program title for more information.

Fall Story and a Craft

Mondays, 6:30 PM, from 9/20/2010 thru 10/25/2010

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Olmsted Falls Branch: Meeting Room

Join us for a short story or two and make a simple craft! For ages 3-7 and their caregivers. Please register starting on Wednesday, September 8, 2010, at 9:00 AM for each date that you plan to attend. Click on the program name for details.

Fall Baby & Me 6:45 PM Mondays

Monday, October 04, 2010 6:45 PM - 7:05 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

 A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers.  Program runs from September 20th through October 25th.  No registration required.

Anime Club

Monday, October 04, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Southeast Branch: Large Meeting Room

Join us for Anime Club to play animated wii games, use the Internet and play Yu-Gi-Oh trading card games. Always popular, we sometimes set up 2 screens for dual-game play! Ages 11-18 welcome!

Mom & Me Book Discussion

Monday, October 04, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Solon Branch: Story/craft room

Book discussion for girls in grades 2-3 and their mothers. Registration required. Click on program name for details.

Preschool 7:00 PM

Mondays from September 20th thru October 25th at 7:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Storytime room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 3 and 4 year olds with their caregivers on Mondays, from September 20th to October 25th at 7:00 PM.

There is no registration required, please come when you can.

 

Fall 2010 Baby & Me Mondays 7:00 PM

Monday, October 04, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:20 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers from Sept. 20 to Oct. 25. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Monday Evening Book discussion

Monday, October 04, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Conference Room

Ongoing Book Discussion the 1st Monday of the month.

Preschool 7PM

Monday, October 04, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

North Olmsted Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 3-5 years olds not yet in Kindergarten.  Caregivers welcome.

Dress for Success

Monday, October 04, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Sunday, August 01, 2010

North Royalton Branch

We've all heard it, first impressions count! Did you know some job recruiters use appearance to help determine self-esteem, respect, confidence and organizational skills? Learn how to dress to emphasize your strengths and enhance your employability.

Become a Touchdown Dad

Monday, October 04, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Registration: Saturday, March 13, 2010 9:00 AM through Monday, October 04, 2010 7:00 PM

Middleburg Heights Branch: meeting room

Meet author David Justus.  BECOME A TOUCHDOWN DAD, written by David Justus, shares the inspiring story of one man's challenges in being a father. With the help of a fictional college-football team, a fatherhood coach, and a narrative that is both informative and entertaining, you will see many of the typical problems all men face in being a father, from enforcing the rules to protecting their children to being a good provider.  Registration required.

 

Fall Preschool Storytime Monday 7:00 PM

Monday, October 04, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Storyroom

 

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs and fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. Mondays September 20th- October 25th at 7:00 PM.

Write Time, Write Now

Monday, October 04, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Mayfield Branch: Meeting Room

Calling all writers in any genre to join the Mayfield Writers' Group, which meets every second Monday of each month from 7 - 8 pm.

7:00 PM Monday Fall Preschool Storytime

Monday 7 PM 10/4

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten from Sept. 20 through Oct. 25.

No registration required.

Fall Family Storytime

Mondays at 7PM, 9/27-11/1

Beachwood Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of stories, rhymes, songs and fingerplays suitable for children from birth - 5 years of age. Fun for the whole family! Program runs September 27 - November 1.
No registration.

Family Storytime

Monday, October 04, 2010 7:00 PM

Berea Branch

Caregivers and their little ones aged 2 through 6 years old are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, sogns, and fingerplays.  Programs run from September 20 through October 25.

Evening Book Discussion: Wild Things

Monday, October 04, 2010 7:30 PM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Join us for an evening discussion filled with lively conversation about books you'll love to talk about.

This month's title is Wild Things by Dave Eggers. 

Tales 4 Tots Storytime Tuesdays

Tuesday, October 05, 2010

Orange Branch: Meeting Room

 

Caregivers and children birth to 35 months are welcome to participate in a special program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. 

Tuesdays September 21 - November 30 at 10:00 a.m.  Registration is not required.

Preschool Storytime for 3-5s

Tuesdays, September 21st-October 26th at 9:30 a.m.

Middleburg Heights Branch: Storyhour Room

Join us for stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for children ages 3-5.  No registration required -- just drop in!

Fall Toddler Storytime 9:30 AM Tuesdays

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 9:30 AM - 9:50 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month old and their caregivers from September 21st through October 26th, 2010. Registration is not required.

Fall Tuesday Preschool

Tuesdays at 10:00 AM from September 21 through October 26, 2010

Bay Village Branch: Story room

For children ages 3 - 6 years old on Tuesdays at 10:00 from September 21 through October 26, 2010.

Fall 2010 Toddler Storytime Tuesdays 10:00 AM

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:25 AM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 21 to Oct. 26.  No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Fall Baby and Me Tuesdays

Tuesdays at 10AM, 9/28-11/02

Beachwood Branch: Storytime Room

 

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. Program runs September 28 - November 2.

No registration.

Fall Toddler Storytime

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 10:00 AM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 20 to Oct. 25.  Registration not required

Fall Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 10:00 AM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

3, 4, and 5 year olds not yet in kindergarten are invited to join a program of stories, books, rhymes, songs and finger plays.  Tuesdays, Sept. 21 to Oct. 26  Registration not required.

10:00 AM Fall Toddler Tuesday Storytime

Tuesdays at 10 AM from 9/21-10/26

Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 21 thru Oct. 26. No registration is required.

Fall Baby and Me

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 10:00 AM

Berea Branch

A six seek program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers.  Programs run from September 21 through October 26.

10:00 AM Tuesday Fall Toddler Storytime

Tuesday 10 AM 10/5

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19 - 35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 21 through Oct. 26.

No registration required.

 

Baby and Me Fall Tuesdays

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 10:00 AM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 Caregivers and their babies ages birth to 18 months are invited to participate in a special program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. Registration is not required.

Morning Movers

Tuesdays, September 21st - October 26th; 10-10:30 am

Warrensville Branch: Children's Room

Rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories to get little ones up and moving! For ages 1-3 years with a caregiver.  Siblings, preschools and daycares are welcome.  No registration necessary, just come and join in the fun!

Fall Baby & Me

Tuesdays 10/05-10/26 @ 10 AM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room B

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth through 18 months and their caregivers. No registration is necessary! Come and join us!
Program runs Tuesdays at 10:00 a.m. from September 21 through October 26.

Fall Baby & Me 10:00 AM

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 10:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch: meeting room

A six-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers.

Tuesdays, September 28th - November 2nd/ 10:00 AM

Come and join us!  No registration required.

 

Fall Toddler Storytime, Tuesdays 10 AM

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Olmsted Falls Branch: Meeting Room

 Share a 6 week program of books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for little ones ages 19-35 months and their caregivers from September 21 through October 26. Tuesdays at 10:00 AM.  NO registration is required.

Computer Essentials

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration: Sunday, September 05, 2010 9:00 AM through Tuesday, October 05, 2010 10:00 AM

Richmond Branch: Meeting Room

This class offers an overview of basic computer parts, using the mouse and keyboard and an introduction to the Microsoft Windows operating system.

Registration is required.

10:30 AM Tuesday Fall Toddler

10:30 AM Tuesday Fall Toddler from 9/21 thru 10/26

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

Caregivers and their little ones ages 19-35 months are invited to join us for a six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories from 9/21 through 10/26. No registration needed, just join us!

Fall Preschool Storytime Tuesday 10:30 AM

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 10:30 AM

North Royalton Branch: Storytime Room

A  six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. This program is offered Tuesdays  from September 21st  through October 26th.

Come and join us! No registration required!

Fall Toddler Storytime 10:30 AM

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 10:30 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Caregivers and their little ones ages 19-35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays. 

Toddler 10:30 AM

Tuesdays, September 21st thru October 26th at 10:30 AM

Brooklyn Branch: Storytime room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 montholds and their caregivers on Tuesdays, September 21st thu October 26th at 10:30 AM.

There is no registration for this program, please come when you can.

Preschool Storytime Fall

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 10:30 AM through Tuesday, October 12, 2010 11:59 PM

Richmond Branch

 

3,4, and 5 year olds not yet in kindergarten can join us for a program of stories, books, rhymes, songs and fingerplays.  No registration is required.
Preschool Storytime Fall Tuesdays

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 11:00 AM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 3,4, and 5 year olds not yet in kindergarten are invited to join a program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays.  No registration is required.

 

Fall Tuesday Morning Movers

Tuesdays at 11:00 from September 21 through October 26, 2010

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

For children ages 1- 3 years with their caregiver on Tuesdays at 11:00 AM from September 21 through October 26, 2010.

Fall Toddler Storytime 11:00 AM Tuesdays

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:20 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month old and their caregivers from September 21st through October 26th, 2010. Registration is not required.

Fall Baby & Me 11:00 AM

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 11:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch: meeting room

A six-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers.

Tuesdays, September 28th - November 2nd/ 10:00 AM

Come and join us!  No registration required.

 

11:00 AM Fall Toddler Tuesday Storytime

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 11:00 AM

Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 21 thru Oct. 26. No registration is required.

Fall Toddler Storytime

Tuesdays 10/05 -10/26 @ 11 a.m.

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room B

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers.  No registration is necessary!  Come and join us!
Program runs Tuesdays at 11:00 a.m. from September 21 through October 26.

Fall Toddler Storytimes Tuesdays at 11:00 am

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:30 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Storyroom

 

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers. Tuesday September 21st - October 26th.

Orange Library Visits University Hospital's Moms & Babies II

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 11:30 AM

Orange Branch

The Orange Library visits the University Hospitals-Highland - for Moms & Babies II for stories, songs and fingerplays!

11:30 AM Tuesday Fall Preschool Storytime

Tuesdays at 11:30 AM, weekly, from 9/21 through 10/26

Solon Branch: Story/craft Room

A six week program of stories, rhymes, songs and fingerplays for children ages 3-5, but not yet in kindergarten, and a caregiver. Program runs from 9/21 through 10/26.

No need to register, just join us!

Fall 2010 Preschool Storytime Tuesdays 11:30 AM

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for ages 3, 4, and 5 years old not yet in Kindergarten with a parent/caregiver from Sept. 21 to Oct. 26. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Fall Preschool Storytime

Tuesdays at 1PM, 9/28-11/2

Beachwood Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. Program runs September 28 - November 2.
No registration

PowerPoint Essentials

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Registration: Sunday, September 05, 2010 9:00 AM through Tuesday, October 05, 2010 1:00 PM

Richmond Branch: RCH Meeting Room

 Geared toward the beginner, this class offers an overview of Microsoft PowerPoint, a software program for designing creative presentations and slideshows. Create a simple presentation and learn how to use this program to produce effective printed materials. Prerequisite: Word Basics or some experience using Microsoft Word.

Fall Preschool Tuesday

Tuesdays at 1:30 PM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Story Room

A program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for preschoolers ages 3- 5 not yet in Kindergarten. Programs run from September 21 through October 26.

Just for Teens-Surprise Tuesdays

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 3:00 PM

Mayfield Branch

Teens in grades 6-12 can drop in on Tuesdays for a surprise activity which may include crafts, games and more!

G2P: Pokemon DS League

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Meeting room

Back by popular demand! Come to the library and compete for fun or trade Pokemon with other Nintendo DS players and compete together tournament-style with the game "Pokemon Battle Revolution" for the Wii. Also, do you have the skills to beat our Pokemon Masters?

Homework Center Opens

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 3:30 PM

Richmond Branch: meeting room

Free Homework Help!  Our trained America Reads Homework Coaches and trined volunteers provide a positive learning environment designed to help students gain life-long learning skills.  We offer homework assistance, internet access, educational books and games and pc and database access.   Please visit the branch for registration information.

Tween Scene Tuesdays 4:00 PM

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Grades 4-7.  Explore art, stories, hands-on computer and gaming activities, volunteer and leadership opportunities.  Registration requested.

Create Your Own Graphic Novel

Tuesdays, October 5th, November 2nd and December 7th / 4-5 pm

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Warrensville Branch: Small Meeting Room

You already read graphic novels and comic books, but have you ever thought about making your own? Join us as we discuss AND create our own graphic novels.  Each session will focus on a different aspect of graphic novel creation, so try to join us for each of the three sessions.  Registration requested.

Short Fiction Workshop for Teens Session 1

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Orange Branch: meeting room

Join KentState University writing instructor Stephanie Sesic for a two-part workshop on short story writing for grades 6-12. Discuss and practic the key elements of crafting a story, including character, dialogue, plot, and setting.  Serious fun for serious writers.

Origami with Andi

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 30, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch: Meeting Room

Try your hand at the ancient art of Japanese paper folding--beginners and advanced students welcome--plus enjoy a Japanese folktale and some music from the land of the rising sun.

2nd grade and up.  Registration required.

Read-Along Gang

Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Brooklyn Branch: Brooklyn

Grades 2nd & 3rd                                 Registration required.

2nd and 3rd graders are invited to join us for books, games and crafts from September 21 - October 26 at 4:00 PM

Primetime Preschool Storytime

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 4:00 PM through Tuesday, November 30, 2010 4:00 PM

Orange Branch: meeting room

A program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten on Tuesdays, September 21 - November 30 at 4:00 PM. Registration is not required.

Student Friends

Tuesdays 10/05, 11/02 and 12/07 at 4PM

Registration Starts: Saturday, July 31, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room B

Are you always at the library after school? Are you in grades 4-7? Then you should join the Parma Heights Student Friends and have some fun. Wii games, snacks and making stuff you can use are just the beginning. PHSF will meet Tuesdays at  4:00-5:00 on 9/14, 10/05, 11/02 and 12/07 at the Parma Heights Library.

Fire Smart

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010

Parma-Ridge Branch: storyroom

October 3- 9th is National Fire Prevention Week. come and meet a Parma Fire Fighter.

Las Galletas y Los Libros (Cookies and Books Discussion) 4:30PM

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 4:30 PM - 5:15 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 9:00 AM

North Olmsted Branch: Story Room

Students in grades 3-5 are invited to discuss great books and eat tasty cookies.  October's book is The Dream Stealer by Sid Fleischman.  Registration begins Tuesday, September 7 @ 9:00 AM. 

Fall Tuesday Tales

Tuesdays, Sept. 21 - Oct. 2, 4:30 - 5:00

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Children's Story Room

Kindergarten through third grade students are invited to an afternoon of fun stories and a craft!
This four-week session runs Tuesdays, from 4:30 - 5:00 pm, from September 21st  through October 12th, 2010.

You can register beginning September 8th, 2010, in person, online, or by calling 440-333-4700.
NOTE: Please indicate the child's grade level when registering. Example: Mary - 1st.

Fall Kids Book Club

Tuesdays at 4:30 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Meeting Room

Children in grades K, 1 and 2 will read or listen to a preassigned book before library time. Then, they will take part in a book discussion, activity and book related snack. Registration is required and limited to 15 participants.

 

Fall Family Storytime

Tuesdays at 4:30 PM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Story Room

This program includes stories, songs and fingerplays for 20 minutes. It is for all ages of children with a caregiver. Then, the children will be able to play with toys for about 20 minutes. It is designed to run at the same time as the Kids Book Club so that siblings of club members may attend. However, all are welcome. The fall session runs from September 21 through October 26.

5:00-6:00 PM - Learn to Play Chess

Tuesdays October 5th - December 14th /5-6 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Southeast Branch: Activity Room

Calling all 1st - 8th graders! Want to learn how to play chess? Click on the program title for more information.

Boo-tify the Teen Area & Craft a Wicked Creation

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

North Royalton Branch: Teen Area

Let's decorate the teen area for Halloween & create a festively fun craft!

Creating Cover Letters

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 6:30 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, August 24, 2010 9:00 AM

Solon Branch: Meeting Room

Join a certified career counselor from  the Cuyahoga County Public Library to learn fresh approaches for writing modern cover letters. Registration begins on August 24.

Fall Baby and Me 6:30 PM

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 6:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers on Tuesdays, September 21st through October 26th at 6:30 PM.

6:30 PM Tuesday Fall Baby & Me Storytime

6:30 PM Tuesday Fall Baby & Me Storytime from 9/21 thru 10/26

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to eighteen months and their caregivers from 9/21 through  10/26. No registration needed, just join us!

Fall Baby & Me Storytime Tuesdays 6:45pm

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 6:45 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Storyroom

 

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. Tuesdays September 21st-October 26th at 6:45 PM.

Fall Twilight Tales

Tuesdays at 6:45 from September 21 through October 26, 2010

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

For children ages birth - 5 years, their parents, and siblings.  Join us on Tuesdays at 6:45 from September21 through October 26, 2010.

Family Pajama Party Storytime 6:45 PM

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 6:45 PM - 7:30 PM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Families are invited to wear their pajamas and share a program of books, rhymes, and songs that they get to choose!  No registration required.  Click on program name for more details.

Genealogy Workshop--Session 1: Beginning Genealogy Class

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 7:00 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Lower Level Meeting Rm. A

Join Joni Mihelich, Cuyahoga County Public Library's Genealogy Specialist, for a series of four workshops. Not required to attend all four sessions.  Registration required for workshop sessions. Genealogy Workshop--Session 1: Beginning Genealogy Class.  Receive an overview of how to run a genealogy project in a beginning genealogy class.

 

Young at Heart October 2010

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Strongsville Branch

A book club for adults who love children's and teen literature.

October's title will be Way Down Deep by Ruth White

Click on program name for details.

Fall Preschool Storytime 7 PM Tuesdays

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers from September 21st  through October 26th. Registration not required.

 

Beginning Knitting with Grindstone Knitters

Tuesday, October 5, 2010 - 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 30, 2010 9:00 AM

Berea Branch

Attend all three classes to learn the foundations of knitting. Presented by members of the Berea Grindstone Knitting Guild. Registration required and limited. Registration begins August 30th.

7:00 PM Pajama Storytime

Tuesdays 7:00 PM from 9/21 thru 10/26

Brecksville Branch

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for children aged 1-3 and their caregivers.  Come in your pjs!  Siblings are welcome. From September 21 thru October 26.

Motown, Soul and R&B-- a Look Back

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Thursday, July 01, 2010

Maple Heights Branch

Join Bill Brauning for a fun and interactive media presentation on the history of the sound  of Young America. 

Baby & Me

Tuesdays, September 21st-October 26th from 7:00-7:20 p.m.

Middleburg Heights Branch: Storyhour Room

Come to the library for a special program of rhymes, songs, and books for babies from birth-18 months and their caregivers.  No registration required -- just drop in!

Printmaking

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 7:00 PM

Bay Village Branch: Large Meeting Room

Printmaking program for ages 7 and up with Liz Maugans from Zygote Press. Limited participants

Art To Go! Diego Rivera: A Mexican Hero and His Culture 7PM

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

North Olmsted Branch

Enjoy this unique experience about the fascinating artist Diego Rivera. See and touch amazing works of art. This interactive program will engage the audience in lively discussions about varied cultures, time periods, art and artist materials. Presented at the North Olmsted Branch Library by the Cleveland Museum of Art. Space is limited. Registration required. Open to adults and teens in grades 7 through 12.

Antiques and Collectibles on Ebay 7 PM

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, July 20, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Tech lab

Antiques and Collectibles on eBay Tuesday October 5th 7-8:30 PM.

Join Bob Musat to learn how to wheel and deal on Ebay! Registration required.

Fall Preschool Storytime Tuesday Evening

Tuesdays 10/05-10/26 @ 7 PM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room B

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. No registration is necessary!  Come and join us!
 Program runs Tuesdays at 7:00 p.m. from September 21 through October 26.

Fabulously Fit

Tuesday, October 5, 2010 at 7 PM

Registration Starts: Sunday, August 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Brook Park Branch

Want to stay in shape and increase your metabolism without worrying about aching bones and joints? Join us for an hour of low impact aerobics and chair exercises. Plus, learn how to make homemade weights using items from your kitchen. Registration requested.

7:00 PM Tuesday Fall Tiny Tots Storytime

Tuesday 7 PM 10/5

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 36 months and their caregivers from Sept. 21 – Oct. 26.

No registration required.

 

Fall Family Storytime Tuesday 7 PM

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 7:00 PM

North Royalton Branch: Children's Storytime Room

A six week program of stories, program of stories, rhymes, songs and fingerplays suitable for children from eighteen month to age five.  Fun for the whole family! This program is offered Tuesdays from September 21st through October 26th.

No registration required.   Come and join us!

Book Chat

Tuesday, October 05, 2010 7:15 PM

Beachwood Branch

Secrets of Eden by Chris Bohjalian

Orange Library Visits Temple Emanu El Preschool

Wednesday, October 06, 2010

Orange Branch

The Orange Library visits Temple Emanu El Preschool for stories, music and fun!

9:30 AM Fall Toddler Wednesday Storytime

Wednesdays at 9:30 AM from 9/22-10/27

Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 22 thru Oct. 27. No registration is required.

9:30 AM Wednesday Fall Baby & Me Storytime

9:30 AM Wednesday Fall Baby & Me Storytime from 9/22 thru 10/27

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to eighteen months and their caregivers from 9/22 through  10/27. No registration needed, just join us!

Baby & Me

Wednesdays, September 22nd-October 27th from 9:30-9:50 a.m.

Middleburg Heights Branch: Storyhour Room

Come to the library for a special program of rhymes, songs, and books for babies from birth-18 months and their caregivers.  No registration required -- just drop in!

Fall Baby & Me 9:30 AM Wednesdays

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 9:30 AM - 9:50 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers.  Program runs from September 22nd through October 27th. No registration is required.

 

Fall 2010 Baby & Me Wednesdays 10:00 AM

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

Strongsville Branch

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers from Sept. 22 to Oct. 27. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Baby and Me Fall Wednesday

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 10:00 AM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 Caregivers and their babies ages birth to 18 months are invited to participate in a special program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. Registration is not required.

Fall Wednesday Snuggle Bugs

Wednesdays at 10:00 AM from September 22 through October 27, 2010

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

 

For children from birth – 30 months with their caregivers from September 22 through October 27, 2010.

Children can wear their pajamas and participate in a special program of books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and fun!  No registration necessary.  Click on program name for details.

Preschool Storytime 10:00 AM

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Caregivers and children ages 3-5 are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and fun!  No registration required.  Click on program name for more details.

Fall Snuggle Bugs 10 AM (Children)

Wednesdays @ 10 AM, 9/22-10/27

Independence Branch: Story/Craft Room

A program of rhymes, songs and stories for 0-35 month olds and their families. Programs run on Wednesdays from 10:00-10:20, September 22-October 27.

Registration is not required.

Fall Family Storytime-Wednesday at 10:00

Wednesdays at 10:00

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Gates Mills Branch: Meeting room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for all ages from September 22 through October 27. Click on program name for details.

Fall Preschool Wednesday

Wednesdays at 10 AM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Story Room

A program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for preschoolers ages 3- 5 not yet in Kindergarten. Programs run from September 22 through October 27.

Baby & Toddler Storytime

Wednesdays at 10:00 AM from 10/6-10/27

Brook Park Branch: Large Meeting Room

Parents (or caregivers) and their babies and toddlers (birth to 35 months old) may join us for a six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and books September 22 through October 27.   Come join us!   No registration required!   This program may have a larger group attendance.

10:00 AM Wednesday Fall Tiny Tots Storytime

Wednesday 10 AM 10/6

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 36 months and their caregivers from Sept. 22 – Oct. 27.

No registration required.

 

Fall Toddler Storytime 10:00 AM Wednesdays

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 10:00 AM

Berea Branch

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers.  Programs run from September 22 through October 27.

Fall Toddler Storytime Wednesdays

Wednesdays at 10AM, 9/29-11/3

Beachwood Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers. Program runs September 29 - November 3.
No registration

Fall Toddler Storytime 10:00 AM

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 10:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch

A six-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-36 month-olds and their caregivers.

Fall Baby and Me Wednesday 10 AM

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 10:00 AM

North Royalton Branch

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. This program is offered Wednesdays from September 22 to November 3.  

No Baby and Me on October 13.

Come and join us!  No registration required!

Fall Preschool Storytime, Ages 3-5

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Olmsted Falls Branch: Meeting Room

 Share a 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3 to 5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten.  Caregivers accompany the 3 year olds.  Storytimes are Wednesdays at 10:00 AM and run from September 22 through October 27. NO registration required.

10:00 AM Fall Toddler Storytime

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 10:00 AM

Southeast Branch: Activity Room

A 25-minute program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers. For more information click on program title.

Preschool Storytime Wednesday 10:00 AM

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Storyroom

 

A 6 week program of rhymes,songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten . Wednesday mornings at 10:00 AM.September 22nd- October27th.

Computer Essentials

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, September 06, 2010

Maple Heights Branch

Basic introduction for the computer novice

Cleveland Orchestra Music Study Group

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 10:15 AM

Brecksville Branch: meeting room

Unlock the magic of music with a Cleveland Orchestra Music Study Group led by Dr. Rose Breckenridge. 

10:30 AM Fall Toddler Wednesday Storytime

Wednesdays at 10:30 AM from 9/22-10/27

Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers from Sept. 22 thru Oct. 27. No registration is required.

10:30 AM Wednesday Fall Toddler Storytime

10:30 AM Wednesday Fall Toddler Storytime from 09/22 thru 10/27

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

Caregivers and their little ones ages 19-35 months are invited to join us for a six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories from 9/22 through 10/27. No registration needed, just join us!

Preschool Storytime

Wednesdays at 10:45 AM from 10/6-10/27

Brook Park Branch: Storytime Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for children ages 3-5  from September 22 through October 27.   Come join us!   No registration required!   This program may have a larger group attendance. 

11:00 AM Wednesday Fall Preschool Storytime

Wednesday 11 AM 10/6

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten from Sept. 22 through Oct. 27.

No registration required.

Fall Toddler Storytime 11:00 AM Wednesdays

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 11:00 AM

Berea Branch

A six week program of rhymes, songs, and fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers.  Programs run from September 22 through October 27.

Fall Toddler Storytime 11:00 AM

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 11:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch

A six-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-36 month-olds and their caregivers.

Fall Preschool Storytime

Wednesdays 10/06-10/27 @ 11:00 AM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room B

 A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten.  No registration is necessary!  Come and join us! Click on program name for details.
Program runs Wednesdays at 11:00 a.m. from September 22 through October 27.

Fall Preschool Storytime 11 AM Wednesdays

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers from September 22nd through October 27th. Registration not required.

Toddlers Fall Wednesday

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 11:00 AM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 Caregivers and their little ones ages 19 to 35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays. No registration is required.

Preschool Storytime for 3-Year-Olds

Wednesdays, September 22nd-October 27th at 11:00 a.m.

Middleburg Heights Branch: Storyhour Room

Join us for stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays especially for 3-year-olds.  No registration required -- just drop in!

Fall Preschool Storytime Wednesday 11 AM

Wednesdays @ 11 AM, 9/22-10/27

Independence Branch: Story/Craft Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. Programs run on Wednesdays from 11:00-11:30, September 22 -October 27.

Registration is not required.

Fall 2010 Preschool Storytime Wednesdays 11:30 AM

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for ages 3, 4, and 5 years old not yet in Kindergarten with a parent/caregiver from Sept. 22 to Oct. 27. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

11:30 AM Wednesday Fall Baby & Me

11:30 AM Wednesday Fall Baby & Me Storytime from 9/22 thru 10/27

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to eighteen months and their caregivers from 9/22 through 10/27. No registration needed, just join us!

Bluestockings Book Discussion

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 1:00 PM

Beachwood Branch

Ellenwood Book Discussion

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 1:00 PM

Southeast Branch

The Southeast Branch holds a monthly book discussion on the first Wednesday of the month at the Ellenwood Recreation Center, 124 Ellenwood Avenue in Bedford. Copies of the book will be available at both the Ellenwood Center and at the Southeast Branch one month before the meeting.

Word 2007 Essentials

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, September 06, 2010

Maple Heights Branch: Tech Lab

For beginners, this class introduces the basic features of Microsoft Word 2007.

Wednesday Afternoon Book Discussion

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 1:30 PM

Bay Village Branch: Conference Room

Join a lively afternoon discussion on current books of interest.

Fall 2010 Preschool Storytime Wednesdays 1:30 PM

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for ages 3, 4, and 5 years old not yet in Kindergarten with a parent/caregiver from Sept. 22 to Oct. 27. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Preschool Storytime Fall Wednesdays

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 1:30 PM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 3,4, and 5 year olds not yet in kindergarten are invited to join a program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays.  No registration is required.

Preschool 1:30 PM

Wednesdays from Septemeber 22nd thru October 27th at 1:30 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Storytime room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 3 and 4 year olds with their caregivers on Wednesdays, from September 22nd to October 27th at 1:30 PM.

There is no registration required, please come when you can.

Fall Preschool Storytime Wednesday 2 PM

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 2:00 PM

North Royalton Branch: Storytime Room

A  six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. This program is offered Wednesdays from September 22nd  through October 27th.

Come and join us! No registration required!

G2P: Wii Free Play

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

So you think you’ve got game? Come in for Wii Free Play and show us what you got! Grades 6-12.

September 22nd, October 6th, & November 22nd from 3:15-4:30

Afterschool Yu-Gi-Oh Freeplay

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch

Bring your best cards and play with other teens for fun and see if you can be a Yu-Gi-Oh champion!

Bookbugs

Wednesday, October 6, 2010 at 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Brooklyn Branch: Brooklyn

Ages 5 - Grade 1                                    Registration required.

5year olds, kindergarteners and 1st graders are invited to join us for books, games, songs and special surprises from September 22 - October 27 at 4:00 PM.

Fall Silly Shenanigans

Wednesdays 10/06-10/20 @ 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room A

A program of crafts, stories, movement, music and more for children in grades K-2.  Come and join us!  Registration is requested, and begins September 8, 2010.
Program runs Wednesdays at 4:00 p.m. from September 29 through October 20.

Wacky Wednesdays 4:30PM

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

North Olmsted Branch: Story Room

Kindergarteners through third graders are invited to join us for books, stories, games, songs, and special surprises.  Registration required.

It's a Girls World!

Wednesday 4:30 PM 10/6

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

Grades 3 -5: Girls in grades 3-5 are invited to a fun filled American Girl celebration.  We'll play games, make crafts, and learn American Girl trivia.  Registration required.

Click on program name for details.

Octavofest 4:30PM

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 4:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

North Olmsted Branch: Story Room

Students in grades K-3 can register for a special edition of Wacky Wednesday in celebration of Octavofest.  Hear stories and make your own paper Oxcart.  Registration begins Wednesday, September 8th.

6:30 PM - Fall Twilight Tots Storytime

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 6:30 PM

Southeast Branch: Activity Room

A 25-minute pogram of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 12 - 36 month olds and their caregivers. Click on program title for more information.

Fall Preschool Storytime 6:30 PM

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 6:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Children ages 3-5 with their caregiver are invited to join a program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays on Wednesdays, September 22nd through October 27th at 6:30 PM.

Lego Robotics: Music and Sound

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 6:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 09, 2010 9:00 AM

Solon Branch: Meeting Room

Using Lego Mindstorms computer software students will build, program, and control robots that respond to music and sound.   We'll program robots to dance to music, play notes after performing fun tasks, and play notes by color. Registration required. For ages 12-16.

Wednesday Knit-Crochet Nights

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch

Do you knit or crochet or would like to learn how?  Join us Wednesday evenings.

Toddler Storytime 6:45 PM

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 6:45 PM - 7:15 PM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Caregivers and children from 19-35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and fun!  No registration required.

Fall Wednesday Wonders

Wednesdays at 6:45 PM from September 22 through October 27, 2010.

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

For children ages 30 months - 5 years with their caregiver on Wednesdays at 6:45 PM  from September 22  through October 27, 2010.

Fall Toddler Storytime 6:45 PM Wednesdays

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 6:45 PM - 7:05 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month old and their caregivers from September 22nd through October 27th, 2010. Registration is not required.

Fall Snuggle Bug Storytime Wednesday 6:45 PM

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 6:45 PM

North Royalton Branch

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for children ages birth through 36 months and their caregivers. Wear your pajamas (if you like) and join us as we snuggle off to dreamland.  This program is offered Wednesdays from September 22nd through October 27th.

Come and join us! No registration required!

6:45 PM Wednesday Fall Baby & Me

Wednesday 6:45 PM 10/6

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers from Sept. 22 – Oct. 27.

No registration required.

7:00 PM Wednesday Fall Family Storytime

Wednesdays at 7:00 PM, weekly, from 9/22 through 10/27

Solon Branch: Story/craft Room

A fun evening filled with stories, songs, and activities that WON'T put you to sleep. For children ages 3 and up and a caregiver. Program runs from 9/22 through 10/27. No need to rgister, just join us!

Preschool Family Storytime

Wednesdays, September 22nd- October 27th; 7:00-7:30 pm

Warrensville Branch: Children's Room

A program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for preschoolers ages 3-5 and their families! Siblings are welcome to attend. No need to register, just join in the fun!

All Aboard! 7 pm

Wednesday, October 6, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, August 16, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch

All Aboard Wednesday October 6th 7-8:30 PM

Locomotive Engineer of the Midwest Railway Preservation Society will present a lively program on the history of local and regional railways through power point presentation with many historical and current pictures of the various trains, stations, and depots. Registration requested.

Fall Toddler Storytimes Wednesday 7 PM

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Storyroom

 

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers. Wednesdays September 22nd- October 27th.

50th Year Anniversary Celebration of the City of Brook Park History Program

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, June 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Brook Park Branch: Large Meeting Room

In Celebration of the City of Brook Park's 50th Anniversary, local Historian, Betsy Menzel, will discuss the history of the City of Brook Park. Join us for this lively presentation and light refreshments. Co-sponsored by the Friends of the Brook Park Library.

Ghosts of Cleveland

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Brooklyn Branch

Fall Preschool Storytime 7:00 PM

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 7:00 PM

Parma-Snow Branch: meeting room

A program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten.

Wednesdays, September 29-November 3, 7:00 PM. No registration required for this program!
Please plan on arriving a few minutes early to make your child’s nametag.

Fall 2010 Family Storytime Wednesdays 7:00 PM

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for all ages with a parent/caregiver from Sept. 22 to Oct. 27.  No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Jumpstart Your Journaling

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 7:00 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Lower Level Meeting Rm. A

Would you like to record your memories, be inspired by journaling prompts and meet others who like to journal?  Join us the first Wednesday of the month for a journaling session where you can write and share your work.  Registration required.

Toddler 7:00 PM

Wednesdays from Septemeber 22nd thru October 27th at 7:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Storytime room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 montholds and their caregivers on Wednesdays, September 22nd thu October 27th at 7:00 PM.

There is no registration required, please come when you can.

Civil War Monuments

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 7:00 PM

Bay Village Branch: Large Meeting Room

Civil War Monuments  program tells the story behind the monuments located throughout Ohio. Harold George will give background of who built them and why, where they are located and the types of materials that were used to build them.  A comparison of monuments will be performed, using turn of the century post cards. Sponsored by the Friends of the Bay Village Library.

Toddler Storytime

Wednesdays, September 22nd-October 27th from 7:00-7:20 p.m.

Middleburg Heights Branch: Storyhour Room

Join us for stories, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for children 19-35 months and their caregivers. No registration required -- just drop in!

A World War II POW Story

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration: Friday, August 06, 2010 through Wednesday, October 06, 2010

Gates Mills Branch: meeting room

Harry Guinther, like many young men of his generation, was on the brink of manhood when the War of the Century broke out. He enlisted, trained as a radio operator, was instructed in air gunnery and promptly packed off for combat missions in Europe. Little did Harry know all that was in store for him --parachuting from a burning plane, being captured and held prisoner --we'll let Harry tell you about it!

AUTHENTIC MEXICO

Wednesday, October 06, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

North Olmsted Branch

Lynn Sebring will show her slides of Mexico.

Registration requested. Click on the program name for details.

Orange Library Visits Bethlehem Christian Academy Pre-K

Thursday, October 07, 2010 through Wednesday, October 20, 2010 11:59 PM

Orange Branch

The Orange Library visits Bethlehem Christian Academy's Pre-K students for stories, music and fun!

Read for the Record Day!

Thursday, October 07, 2010 9:00 AM - 9:00 PM

Garfield Heights Branch: Children's Department

On October 7, 2010, you can be a part of an attempt to break a world record and raise awareness about the importance of early education.  Stop by the library to share the story The Snowy Day by Ezra Jack Keats with your child, and let us know that you're doing your part to Read for the Record!

No registration required.  During library hours.

Fall Baby & Me 9:30 AM Thursdays

Thursday, October 07, 2010 9:30 AM - 9:50 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers. Program runs from September 23rd through October 28th. No registration is required.

Fall Baby & Me

Thursdays at 9:30

Chagrin Falls Branch: Story Room

Baby and Me is a 20 to 25 minute program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for children aged 0 to 18 months. The program includes caregiver involvement. The summer session runs from September23 through October 28.

Toddler Storytime

Thursdays, September 23rd-October 28th from 9:30-9:50 a.m.

Middleburg Heights Branch: Storyhour Room

Join us for stories, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for children 19-35 months and their caregivers.  No registration required -- just drop in!

Fall Preschool Storytime Thursdays 10 AM

Thursdays @ 10 AM, 9/23-10/28.

Independence Branch: Story/Craft Room

A six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. Programs run on Thursdays from 10:00-10:30, September 23 -October 28.

Registration is not required.

Fall Baby & Me/Toddler Program on Thursdays at 10:00 AM

Thursdays at 10:00 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Gates Mills Branch: Meeting room

A program of rhymes, songs , fingerplays and stories for ages birth through age 3 from September 23 through October 28. Click on program name for details.

Toddlers Fall Thursday

Thursday, October 07, 2010 10:00 AM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 Caregivers and their little ones ages 19 to 35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays. No registration is required.

Fall Thursday Morning Movers

Thursdays at 10:00 AM from September 23 through October 28, 2010.

Bay Village Branch: Story Room

 For children ages 1- 3 years with their caregiver on Thursdays at 10:00 AM from September 23 through October 28, 2010

10:00 AM Fall Preschool Storytime Thursdays

Thursdays 10:00 AM from 9/23 thru 10/28

Brecksville Branch

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten from 9/23 thru 10/28.

Fall Preschool Storytime 10:00 AM

Thursday, October 07, 2010 10:00 AM

Parma-Snow Branch: meeting room

A program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten. Thursdays September 30th- November 4th, 10:00 AM.


No registration required for this program!
Please plan on arriving a few minutes early to make your child’s nametag.

 

Toddler 10AM

Thursday, October 07, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:20 AM

North Olmsted Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers.

Build It! /Exploration Station

Thursday, October 07, 2010 10:00 AM - 11:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: storyroom

Children ages 3-5 with caregiver/ registration required.

Do you like building things? Come and hear stories and rhymes about tools and construction.  Spend time learning and building with your favorite big person.

Fall Baby and Me

Thursday, October 07, 2010 10:00 AM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books for babies from birth to 18 months and their caregivers.   Wednesdays, Sept 23 to Oct. 28.  Registration not required.

 

Fall Preschool Storytime

Thursday, October 07, 2010 10:00 AM

Berea Branch

A six week program  of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten.  Programs run from September 23 through October 28.

10:00 AM Thursday Fall Preschool Storytime

Thursday 10 AM 10/7

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

 A 6-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten from Sept. 23 through Oct. 28.

No registration required.

Computer Essentials 10 AM

Thursday, October 07, 2010 10:00 AM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, September 07, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Tech lab

 Computer Essentials Thursday October 7 10 AM-12 PM
This class, geared toward the computer novice, offers an overview of basic computer parts, using the mouse and keyboard and an introduction to the Microsoft Windows operating system. Registration required and begins September 7th. Register online, in person or by calling 440-888-4300.

 

10:30 AM Thursday Fall Toddler Storytime

10:30 AM Thursday Fall Toddler Storytime from 09/23 thru 10/28

Solon Branch: Story Craft Room

Caregivers and their little ones ages 19-35 months are invited to join us for a six week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories from 9/23 threw 10/28. No registration needed, just join us!

Fall Preschool Storytime 10:30 AM

Thursday, October 07, 2010 10:30 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Children ages 3-5 with their caregiver are invited to join a program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays.

Fall Play, Learn & Grow

Thursdays 10/07-10/21 @ 10:30 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, September 08, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room A

 Fun and learning for children ages 3 and younger with a caregiver.  Registration is requested, and begins September 8, 2010.
Program runs Thursdays at 10:30 a.m. from September 30 through October 21.

Fall 2010 Preschool Storytime Thursdays 10:30 AM

Thursday, October 07, 2010 10:30 AM - 11:00 AM

Strongsville Branch

A 6 week program of stories, books, rhymes, songs, and fingerplays for ages 3, 4, and 5 years old not yet in Kindergarten with a parent/caregiver from Sept. 23 to Oct. 28. No registration required. Click on program name for details.

Fall Preschool Storytime 11 AM Thursdays

Thursday, October 07, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story Room

 A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for children ages 3-5 and their caregivers from September 23rd through October 28th. Registration not required.

Fall Toddler Thursday

Thursdays at 11 AM

Chagrin Falls Branch: Story Room

Caregivers and their little ones aged 19 through 35 months are invited to share a program of books, rhymes, songs and fingerplays. The fall session runs from September 23 to October 28.

 

Fall Toddler Storytime 11 AM

Thursdays, 9/23-10/28 @ 11 AM

Independence Branch: Story/Craft Room

 A six-week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories for 19-35 month olds and their caregivers. Programs run from 11:00-11:20 AM, September 23-October 28.

Registration is not required.

Preschool 11AM

Thursday, October 07, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

North Olmsted Branch: Story Room

A 6 week program of rhymes, songs, fingerplays, and stories for 3-5 year olds not yet in Kindergarten.  Caregivers welcome.

Fall Toddler Storytime Thursdays

Thursdays at 11AM, 9/30-11/04

Beachwood Branch: Storytime Room

A 6 week program of rhymes