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James Baldwin Community Celebration

Presented by Literary Cleveland & Anisfield-Wolf Awards

Join the local literary community to honor James Baldwin (1924-1987)—iconic American writer and civil rights activist—on the occasion of his 100th birthday.

Literary Cleveland, The Anisfield-Wolf Book Awards, and Cuyahoga County Public Library partner to host a community celebration in honor of James Baldwin. Toni Morrison wrote of Baldwin: "Yours was the courage to live life in and from its belly as well as beyond its edges, to see and say what it was, to recognize and identify evil but never fear or stand in awe of it." 

Host Kenyon Farrow and featured readers Danielle N. Dixon, Jamie Hickner, Dr. Gillian Johns, Dr. Brenda R. Smith, Zachary Thomas, Zuggie Tate, RA Washington, and Willow Watson will share special tributes to the author, followed by an open mic during which program attendees can share readings from Baldwin’s work and original writings influenced by Baldwin (please keep readings to under 1,000 words). 

           

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Orange Branch
[email protected]
Phone: 216.831.4282
Fax: 216.831.0714
Branch manager
Ginaya Willoughby
Hours
Mon, Sep 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Oct 01 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Oct 02 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Oct 03 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Oct 04 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Oct 05 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Oct 06 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Located in Pepper Pike, the Orange Branch offers a cozy fireplace reading area, community meeting spaces and a full service drive-up window. The branch’s interactive children’s area features artwork from the book Aesop’s Fables by the late beloved illustrator Jerry Pinkney.

Upcoming events

Superhero Training Academy - 3 - 5 years
Sat, Oct 05, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Hear a superhero story. Then, train to be a superhero by crawling through webs, leaping across buildings and knocking down walls.
Art Show and Sell Artist Reception - Hillcrest Art Club
Sun, Oct 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Meet the Hilcrest Art Club artists at this evening's artist reception. Art is available to view on exhibit from Saturday October 5- Thursday October 31.
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Oct 07, 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Complete and Green Streets 101: Reimagining Mobility
Mon, Oct 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
The Hope Room (A) (40)
This program will offer a more in-depth understanding of the benefits of complete and green streets and suggest ways to work within your own community to make streets safe for all.
Play, Learn and Grow - Ages 1-3, siblings from birth through 5 welcomed
Tue, Oct 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Boost your toddler's brain through play! Join us for a 5-week series for caregivers and children ages 1 to 3. Connect with your kids and other families, plus get answers about your growing child.
Crafternoons - Ages 12 and Up
Tue, Oct 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Release your creative energy after school doing crafts at the library!
DIY Pumpkin Pie Spice Blend - Adults
Tue, Oct 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Learn how to make your own pumpkin spice and how to use it in a recipe.
This event is full
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Wed, Oct 09, 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Rock 'n Read - Ages PreK to Grade 2 with a Caregiver
Wed, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for songs and musical activities that integrate music and literacy skills! Registration required.
This event is full
Cancelled
James Baldwin Community Celebration - Presented by Literary Cleveland & Anisfield-Wolf Awards
Wed, Oct 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join the local literary community to honor James Baldwin (1924-1987)—iconic American writer and civil rights activist—on the occasion of his 100th birthday.
An Axe for the Frozen Sea within Us - Literary Cleveland Presents: A Tribute to Franz Kafka
Wed, Oct 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
In remembrance of 100 years since the passing of author Franz Kafka (1883-1924), Literary Cleveland and Cuyahoga County Public Library partner to host a discussion of his life, work, and influence.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - Ages 2-5 with a Caregiver
Thu, Oct 10, 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. After storytime, stay to play with library toys, and engage with other families.
Artist Deep Dive - Ages 12 and Up
Thu, Oct 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Learn about a new artist or art style and try it out for yourself!
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Oct 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Play, Learn and Grow - Ages 1-3, siblings from birth through 5 welcomed
Tue, Oct 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Boost your toddler's brain through play! Join us for a 5-week series for caregivers and children ages 1 to 3. Connect with your kids and other families, plus get answers about your growing child.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Wed, Oct 16, 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Rock 'n Read - Ages PreK to Grade 2 with a Caregiver
Wed, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for songs and musical activities that integrate music and literacy skills! Registration required.
This event is full
Homeschool World Explorers - Equatorial Guinea - For children ages 9-14
Thu, Oct 17, 10:00am - 11:30am
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Each month we will "travel" to a different part of the world to learn about their culture and customs. After our discussion about Equatorial Guinea we will make a snack inspired by the country.
This event is full
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - Ages 2-5 with a Caregiver
Thu, Oct 17, 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. After storytime, stay to play with library toys, and engage with other families.
Homeschool Junior - Ages 7-10
Fri, Oct 18, 10:00am - 10:45am
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Join us each month to learn about STEAM concepts with a hands-on activity, experiments, and crafts! Registration Required. For children ages 7-10.
This event is full
Blood Drive
Sat, Oct 19, 10:00am - 3:00pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Donate blood today. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org or call the American Red Cross at 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767).
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Oct 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Tween Tech - For ages 9-12 years old
Mon, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Have fun and learn about a different tech project each month!
This event is full
Play, Learn and Grow - Ages 1-3, siblings from birth through 5 welcomed
Tue, Oct 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Boost your toddler's brain through play! Join us for a 5-week series for caregivers and children ages 1 to 3. Connect with your kids and other families, plus get answers about your growing child.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Wed, Oct 23, 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Rock 'n Read - Ages PreK to Grade 2 with a Caregiver
Wed, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for songs and musical activities that integrate music and literacy skills! Registration required.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - Ages 2-5 with a Caregiver
Thu, Oct 24, 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. After storytime, stay to play with library toys, and engage with other families.
My First Art Class and Storytime - Fall Leaves - For children ages 2-4 and caregiver
Sat, Oct 26, 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Listen to some fall stories and songs and then make a Fall Leaf work of art to take home.
STEAM Club - Grades 2-5
Sat, Oct 26, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Youth Programming Room (40),The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Learn about STEAM concepts with a hands-on activities, experiments, and crafts!
This event is full
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Oct 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Play, Learn and Grow - Ages 1-3, siblings from birth through 5 welcomed
Tue, Oct 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Boost your toddler's brain through play! Join us for a 5-week series for caregivers and children ages 1 to 3. Connect with your kids and other families, plus get answers about your growing child.
AARP Downsizing and Decluttering: You Can’t Take It with You
Tue, Oct 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Presented by AARP, this engaging presentation teaches practical, easy-to-follow tips on downsizing and decluttering.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Wed, Oct 30, 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Rock 'n Read - Ages PreK to Grade 2 with a Caregiver
Wed, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for songs and musical activities that integrate music and literacy skills! Registration required.
Rescheduled
Author George Mehok
Wed, Oct 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
New date Thursday, November 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Join us when author George Mehok visits to discuss his debut novel, Going Dark.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - Ages 2-5 with a Caregiver
Thu, Oct 31, 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. After storytime, stay to play with library toys, and engage with other families.
Block Party - Ages 6 months - 3 years
Fri, Nov 01, 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Make friends and play with blocks from CCPL's toy collection!
Scribblebots - Grades 2 - 5
Sat, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Make and design a Scribble Bot (a robot that draws with markers). Create robotic art.
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Nov 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
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