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The Book Whisperer

2025-04-04 14:00:00 2025-04-04 17:00:00 America/New_York The Book Whisperer Call the Writers' Center to book a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment with the Book Whisperer. South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch -

Friday, April 04
2:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-04-04 14:00:00 2025-04-04 17:00:00 America/New_York The Book Whisperer Call the Writers' Center to book a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment with the Book Whisperer. South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch -

Call the Writers' Center to book a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment with the Book Whisperer.

"Book Whisperer" Deanna Adams is a seasoned, multi-published writer who can meet with you one-on-one at the Writers' Center for up to 30 minutes and answer your questions about query letters, book proposals, novel synopses, editors, agents, publishing, and marketing.

To book a Friday, April 4th appointment, call the Writers' Center (216-382-4880) starting March 4th.
Six appointments available: 2:00, 2:30, 3:00, 3:30, 4:00, 4:30. 

To book a Saturday, May 17th appointment, call the Writers' Center (216-382-4880) starting April 17th.
Six appointments available: 9:30, 10:00, 10:30, 11:00, 11:30, 12:00. 

Arrive early for your Book Whisperer appointment, check in at the Writers' Center desk, and enjoy browsing the writing books and magazines, reading by the fireplace, or working on a library laptop.

TAGS: | Writing |

South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch
[email protected]
Phone: 216-382-4880
Fax: 216-382-4584
Branch manager
Steve Haynie
Hours
Mon, Apr 21 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Apr 22 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Apr 23 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Apr 24 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Apr 25 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Apr 26 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Apr 27 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

The South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch is home to the William N. Skirball Writers' Center, a welcoming space for writers for all ages and levels of experience. The Writers' Center offers free access to private writing rooms, laptops, writing workshops and a special collection of materials on the art of writing.

This branch is a Student Success Center and a Greater Cleveland Food Bank Kids Cafe location.

Upcoming events

Rescheduled
Innovation Station: Tote Bag Maker Program - Adults
Sat, Apr 26, 11:00am - 12:00pm
New date Saturday, June 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Learn how to print and cut a design using our Cricut Maker, and apply the design to a tote bag using the Heat Press.
Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) - Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ)
Mon, Apr 28, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 2
Ohio Means Jobs Rep On Site to assist customers
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Apr 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Spring Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Mon, Apr 28, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (56)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
FamilySpace - For children from birth to age 5
Mon, Apr 28, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Family Storytime - All ages with caregiver
Mon, Apr 28, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Storytime Room (40)
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Baby & Toddler Storytime - Birth – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Apr 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
FamilySpace - For children from birth to age 5
Tue, Apr 29, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Apr 29, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Spring Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Tue, Apr 29, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (56)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) - Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ)
Wed, Apr 30, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 2
Ohio Means Jobs Rep On Site to assist customers
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Wed, Apr 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Baby Club - Ages birth – 35 months with parent/caregiver
Wed, Apr 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A+B+C (120)
Boost your baby’s brain through play!
This event is full
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Apr 30, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid's Club - Grades 2 - 6
Wed, Apr 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room (40)
Join us after school for games, art, science, and more! A new activity every two weeks.
Student Success Centers (Spring Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Wed, Apr 30, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (56)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Public Art as Writing Prompt
Wed, Apr 30, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
Inspiration beyond mainstream consideration: public art in the City of Cleveland.
Registration is now closed
FamilySpace - For children from birth to age 5
Thu, May 01, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Innovation Center & Memory Lab Orientation
Thu, May 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn about the equipment and software in the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Memory Lab at the South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library.
This event is full
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, May 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Tricky Trivia Time - Grades 4 to 12
Thu, May 01, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Storytime Room (40)
Get ready to test your knowledge! Compete in teams and win fun prizes!
Student Success Centers (Spring Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Thu, May 01, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (56)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Self-Publishing Roundtable - Focus on Speculative Fiction, in Honor of Star Wars Day
Thu, May 01, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
Curious about self-publishing? Celebrate Star Wars Day (May the 4th) with writers of fantasy, science fiction, and science fantasy.
Computer Basics
Fri, May 02, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Classroom (16)
Learn the basics about computing devices, using a mouse and keyboard, and navigating the desktop environment. Computer settings and mobile devices will also be discussed. No prerequisites.
#AmWriting
Fri, May 02, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
This event will be held in-person in the Writers' Center meeting room.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, May 02, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Hip Hop Dance Workshop w/ 10K Movement - For Grades 4-6
Fri, May 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room B+C (75)
Join us for a hip-hop dance workshop with 10K Movement, where you will learn various dances from an instructor.
The Book Whisperer
Sat, May 03, 9:30am - 12:30pm
Call the Writers' Center to book a 30-minute, one-on-one appointment with the Book Whisperer.
Moments with Mom Storytime - Ages 3 and up with Mom
Sat, May 03, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B+C
Visit the library for a special mother's day treat, craft, and story!
Spanish for Kids - Grades 2-6
Sat, May 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room (40)
Attend a Spanish lesson focused on a different grammar or cultural topic each session.
Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) - Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ)
Mon, May 05, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 2
Ohio Means Jobs Rep On Site to assist customers
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, May 05, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Maker Monday - Grades 4 to 12
Mon, May 05, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room (40)
Drop in to explore different maker techniques and materials with other teens after school. All supplies provided.
Student Success Centers (Spring Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Mon, May 05, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (56)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
FamilySpace - For children from birth to age 5
Mon, May 05, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Adobe Illustrator + Sublimation - Adults
Tue, May 06, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Tech Classroom (16)
Learn how to use the Sublimation Printer, and the basics of Adobe Illustrator software.
This event is full
FamilySpace - For children from birth to age 5
Tue, May 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, May 06, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Spring Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Tue, May 06, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (56)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) - Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ)
Wed, May 07, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 2
Ohio Means Jobs Rep On Site to assist customers
Baby Club - Ages birth – 35 months with parent/caregiver
Wed, May 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A+B (90)
Boost your baby’s brain through play!
This event is full
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, May 07, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Spring Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Wed, May 07, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (56)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
FamilySpace - For children from birth to age 5
Thu, May 08, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Innovation Center & Memory Lab Orientation copy
Thu, May 08, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn about the equipment and software in the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Memory Lab at the South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, May 08, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Spring Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Thu, May 08, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (56)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
#AmWriting
Fri, May 09, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
This event will be held in-person in the Writers' Center meeting room.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, May 09, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Tween Time
Fri, May 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room (40)
Stop by after school for fun activities, games, or art projects! Visit the children's desk to find out what programs we have planned this week!
Intro to Indian Classical Music - Adults
Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A+B (90)
Join us for a breathtaking musical and educational performance.
Make a Cooking Apron for Mom or Dad! - For Grades 1-4
Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Homework Center (56)
You will design your own cooking apron to give to a loved one!
Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) - Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ)
Mon, May 12, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 2
Ohio Means Jobs Rep On Site to assist customers
Maker Monday - Grades 4 to 12
Mon, May 12, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room (40)
Drop in to explore different maker techniques and materials with other teens after school. All supplies provided.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, May 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
FamilySpace - For children from birth to age 5
Mon, May 12, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
FamilySpace - For children from birth to age 5
Tue, May 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, May 13, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) - Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ)
Wed, May 14, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 2
Ohio Means Jobs Rep On Site to assist customers
Baby Club - Ages birth – 35 months with parent/caregiver
Wed, May 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A+B+C (120)
Boost your baby’s brain through play!
This event is full
Writer in Residence Office Hours - One-on-one appointments with justin a. reynolds
Wed, May 14, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Call the Writers' Center up to one month before the office hours date to book an appointment.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, May 14, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid's Club - Grades 2 - 6
Wed, May 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room (40)
Join us after school for games, art, science, and more! A new activity every two weeks.
An Ear for Dialogue - Elevating the Art of Conversation
Wed, May 14, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
With 2025 Writer in Residence justin a. reynolds
FamilySpace - For children from birth to age 5
Thu, May 15, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, May 15, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Poetry Writing Workshop - Cyril A. Dostal Poetry Workshop
Thu, May 15, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
Please note: We will workshop the original, one-page poems of the first 15 poets to give them to the facilitator by the start of the session. Please bring 15-20 copies of your poem.
Intro to Longform Improv: The Basics - Adults
Thu, May 15, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A+B+C (120)
Explore this style of improv and have some laughs in this workshop taught by Jo Rou.
Kindergarten Club - Ages 4 & 5
Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A+B+C (120)
Kindergarten Club is for children entering kindergarten this fall who did not attend preschool, Head Start or a childcare center.
This event is full
#AmWriting
Fri, May 16, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
This event will be held in-person in the Writers' Center meeting room.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, May 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Tween Time
Fri, May 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room (40)
Stop by after school for fun activities, games, or art projects! Visit the children's desk to find out what programs we have planned this week!
Virtual Innovation Center & Memory Lab Orientation
Sat, May 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch Zoom 1
This program will be held virtually in ZOOM.
Tech Together - Explore Technology Ages 8 - Adult
Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 12:15pm
Explore new technology with the young person in your life! There will be a new project every month. All children must be accompanied by an adult.
Spanish for Kids - Grades 2-6
Sat, May 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room (40)
Attend a Spanish lesson focused on a different grammar or cultural topic each session.
Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) - Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ)
Mon, May 19, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 2
Ohio Means Jobs Rep On Site to assist customers
Maker Monday - Grades 4 to 12
Mon, May 19, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room (40)
Drop in to explore different maker techniques and materials with other teens after school. All supplies provided.
FamilySpace - For children from birth to age 5
Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Fiction Writing Workshop: The Short Story - Third Mondays, March, April, May, July, August, September
Mon, May 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
Six-month fiction writing workshop focused on creating and completing a new short story. *Please note, we will meet March, April, May, SKIP JUNE, and then meet July, August, September.*
Registration is now closed
FamilySpace - For children from birth to age 5
Tue, May 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Book Bites Book Club - For Grades 3-6
Tue, May 20, 3:00pm - 3:45pm
Storytime Room (40)
Talk and make a craft based off of our book club selection. Snacks will be provided.
Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) - Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ)
Wed, May 21, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 2
Ohio Means Jobs Rep On Site to assist customers
Baby Club - Ages birth – 35 months with parent/caregiver
Wed, May 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A+B+C (120)
Boost your baby’s brain through play!
This event is full
"Yes, And" Your Writing - Using Spontaneous Storytelling Techniques
Wed, May 21, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
Gain practical tools and techniques to overcome creative blocks, discover new narrative possibilities, and elevate your writing's impact.
FamilySpace - For children from birth to age 5
Thu, May 22, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Memory Lab Orientation
Thu, May 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn about the equipment and software in the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Memory Lab at the South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library.
Innovation Center & Memory Lab Orientation
Thu, May 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Learn about the equipment and software in the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Memory Lab at the South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library.
Maker Lab - Grades 3 - 6
Thu, May 22, 5:30pm - 6:30pm
Meeting Room C (30)
Explore new technology and equipment at the library!
Audio and Video Studio Orientation - For ages 11 & up
Thu, May 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Homework Center (56)
Learn about the equipment and software in the Audio and Video Recording Studios throughout Cuyahoga County Public Library.
Word Basics ★
Fri, May 23, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Tech Classroom (16)
Learn Microsoft Word using tools such as entering and formatting text, copying, pasting, saving, and printing. Prerequisite: Computer Basics or equivalent experience.
#AmWriting
Fri, May 23, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
This event will be held in-person in the Writers' Center meeting room.
Tween Time
Fri, May 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room (40)
Stop by after school for fun activities, games, or art projects! Visit the children's desk to find out what programs we have planned this week!
Kids Escape Room - Grades 3-5
Sat, May 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room (40)
Work as a team to solve puzzles and find the key within the time limit!
Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ) - Ohio Means Jobs (OMJ)
Mon, May 26, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Study Room 2
Ohio Means Jobs Rep On Site to assist customers
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