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Ghosts of Christmas Past

Adults
2023-12-11 19:00:00 2023-12-11 20:00:00 America/New_York Ghosts of Christmas Past Enjoy a true Victorian holiday season and explore the ghosts and folklore that shaped 19th Century holidays in Cleveland. Parma-Powers Branch - Meeting Room A/B (150)

Monday, December 11
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-12-11 19:00:00 2023-12-11 20:00:00 America/New_York Ghosts of Christmas Past Enjoy a true Victorian holiday season and explore the ghosts and folklore that shaped 19th Century holidays in Cleveland. Parma-Powers Branch - Meeting Room A/B (150)

Parma-Powers Branch

Meeting Room A/B (150)

Enjoy a true Victorian holiday season and explore the ghosts and folklore that shaped 19th Century holidays in Cleveland.

Whether you view them as creepy superstitions or tales with
hidden wisdom, these stories are made to entertain and will leave you looking at holiday
traditions in a whole new way. Join us for a spooky look at the history of Christmas in Cleveland, presented by the Western Reserve Historical Society.

TAGS: | History |

Parma-Powers Branch
[email protected]
Phone: 440.885.5362
Fax: 440.884.2263
Branch manager
Donna Meyers
Hours
Mon, Oct 07 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Oct 08 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Oct 09 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Oct 10 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Oct 11 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Oct 12 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Oct 13 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Located across from University Hospitals Parma Medical Center and adjacent to city hall, the Parma-Powers Branch offers a full service drive-up window, community meeting spaces and an interactive children’s area featuring artwork by beloved writer/illustrator Rosemary Wells.

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

Upcoming events

ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Wed, Oct 09, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Oct 09, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Oct 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Wed, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Feline TNR (Trap Neuter Return) Workshop - Adults
Wed, Oct 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join us to learn about a humane and effective method of controlling the stray and feral cat population in your community.
Parma-Powers Monthly Movie Discussion
Wed, Oct 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room (35)
Monthly movie discussion group. October film is Oppenheimer.
Digital Navigator - Drop-in Event
Thu, Oct 10, 10:00am - 2:00pm
The Digital Navigators will be at the Parma Powers branch from 10AM -2PM. First come first serve.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Thu, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Thu, Oct 10, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Oct 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Thu, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Second Thursday Fiction Writing Workshop - September through February
Thu, Oct 10, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Six-month fiction writing workshop focused on short stories. Led by Eric Anderson.
Registration is now closed
History & Mystery with Ruta Sepetys & Steve Sheinkin
Thu, Oct 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join us when authors Ruta Sepetys and Steve Sheinkin visit to discuss their new historical fiction novel for middle grades, The Bletchley Riddle.
Baby Club - Ages birth – 35 months with parent/caregiver
Fri, Oct 11, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150),Story/Craft Room (49)
Boost your baby’s brain through play!
This event is full
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Oct 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Artful Impact - Grades K – 8
Fri, Oct 11, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Homework Center (49)
Art isn't just about making something beautiful, but can be used for self-expression, communication, confidence and feeling good. Fridays at Parma-Powers Branch of CCPL.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Mon, Oct 14, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Baby & Me Storytime with Stay & Play - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Oct 14, 10:30am - 11:15am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Internet Basics
Mon, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
The Library offers FREE tech training classes that cover digital literacy basics, Windows, Microsoft Office programs, digital imaging and cloud computing.
RTA Public Transportation Workshop
Mon, Oct 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
RTA presents a workshop about the local public transit services.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Oct 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Mon, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Oct 15, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Tue, Oct 15, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Cancelled
Singing Hands - Adults
Tue, Oct 15, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Enjoy a fun program of song, dance, elaborate costumes, jokes, props, audience participation and more.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Oct 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Tue, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Miniature Book Necklace & Boxes
Tue, Oct 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Make a miniature book necklace and a box to go with it.
This event is full
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Wed, Oct 16, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Oct 16, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Oct 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Wed, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Aspire ESOL Orientation/Testing - Adults
Wed, Oct 16, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room (35)
Orientation class for English to Speakers of Other Languages and Aspire ESOL/Citizenship TABE CLAS-E Testing.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Thu, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Thu, Oct 17, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Oct 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Thu, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Grand Bingo - Grandparents with Children Age 4 to Grade 5
Thu, Oct 17, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Bring the grandkids to a night of family fun and prizes! Join the games the third Thursday of each month. Snacks provided.
Baby Club - Ages birth – 35 months with parent/caregiver
Fri, Oct 18, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150),Story/Craft Room (49)
Boost your baby’s brain through play!
This event is full
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Oct 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Artful Impact - Grades K – 8
Fri, Oct 18, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Homework Center (49)
Art isn't just about making something beautiful, but can be used for self-expression, communication, confidence and feeling good. Fridays at Parma-Powers Branch of CCPL.
NASA Young Innovators: Snap Circuits - Grades 5-12
Sat, Oct 19, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Join our NASA Engineers as we explore the basics of electricity through interactive snap circuit activities!
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Mon, Oct 21, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Baby & Me Storytime with Stay & Play - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Oct 21, 10:30am - 11:15am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Oct 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Mon, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Hidden Gems of the Library: Databases Tour - Adults
Mon, Oct 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Discover insider library tips to save money, tackle home repairs, boost your career, safeguard your health, and fuel your creativity. It's all at your fingertips – and it won't cost you a penny!
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Oct 22, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Tue, Oct 22, 1:00pm - 4:45pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Oct 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Tue, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Support for New Moms: Maternal Depression and Anxiety - Parents and those expecting a baby
Tue, Oct 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90),Meeting Room B (80)
Bring your questions about new mothers' mood and mental health changes for licensed social workers from UH Perinatal Intensive Outpatient Program. Learn about treatment, resources and support.
LGBT+ Rights Temperature Check with the ACLU of Ohio - Adults
Tue, Oct 22, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Meeting Room A (50)
Join the ACLU of Ohio for a conversation outlining threats to LGBTQIA+ livelihood in the state of Ohio.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Wed, Oct 23, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Google Sheets - Adult
Wed, Oct 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
The Library offers FREE computer classes that cover digital literacy basics, Windows, Microsoft Office programs, digital imaging and cloud computing.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Oct 23, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Oct 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Wed, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
The Disappearance of Angela Day - For Gr. 5-12 / Solve the Mystery!
Wed, Oct 23, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Teenager Angela Day is missing. Did she run away, or did someone want her gone because she knew too much? Can you solve the mystery? Refreshments will be served.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Thu, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Thu, Oct 24, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Oct 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Thu, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
West Side Poetry Writing Workshop
Thu, Oct 24, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room (35)
This event will be held in-person at the Parma-Powers Branch.
Riverside's Doctors, Diseases, and Dreadful Cures - Adults
Thu, Oct 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join Jamie and Maria on a deep dive into the unusual practices of Victorian medicine and the doctors who changed it!
Baby Club - Ages birth – 35 months with parent/caregiver
Fri, Oct 25, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150),Story/Craft Room (49)
Boost your baby’s brain through play!
This event is full
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Oct 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Artful Impact - Grades K – 8
Fri, Oct 25, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Homework Center (49)
Art isn't just about making something beautiful, but can be used for self-expression, communication, confidence and feeling good. Fridays at Parma-Powers Branch of CCPL.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Mon, Oct 28, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Baby & Me Storytime with Stay & Play - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Oct 28, 10:30am - 11:15am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Digital Navigator at Parma-Powers
Mon, Oct 28, 1:00pm - 7:00pm
Call us at 216.749.9420 to make an appointment with one of our Digital Navigators at a CCPL branch.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Oct 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Mon, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Entrepreneurship Class (Aspire)
Mon, Oct 28, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
This is a free, 12-week certification program funded by an Aspire grant from the Ohio Department of Higher Education. The next cohort starts on 10/28/2024. Please text (216) 990-8271 to register.
Fire Safety Education - Adults
Mon, Oct 28, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join us to learn about fire safety tips that could save your life!
Senior Bingo - Adults
Tue, Oct 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join us for Bingo fun! Prizes will be awarded!
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Oct 29, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Tue, Oct 29, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Oct 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Tue, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Digital Navigator at Parma-Powers
Wed, Oct 30, 9:00am - 3:00pm
Call us at 216.749.9420 to make an appointment with one of our Digital Navigators at a CCPL branch.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Wed, Oct 30, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Oct 30, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Oct 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Wed, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Oktoberfest with the Raisin' Canes - Adults
Wed, Oct 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Entertainment at its finest from this premier Senior Vaudeville dancing group out of the Donna Smallwood Activity Center.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Thu, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Thu, Oct 31, 1:00pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Oct 31, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Thu, Oct 31, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Baby Club - Ages birth – 35 months with parent/caregiver
Fri, Nov 01, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150),Story/Craft Room (49)
Boost your baby’s brain through play!
This event is full
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Nov 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Artful Impact - Grades K – 8
Fri, Nov 01, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Homework Center (49)
Art isn't just about making something beautiful, but can be used for self-expression, communication, confidence and feeling good. Fridays at Parma-Powers Branch of CCPL.
Pokemon, Games and More - For Gr. 6-12 /Release & Hold Harmless form required.
Sat, Nov 02, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Teen (49)
Play Pokemon, swap cards, play board games and the Nintendo Switch or bring your tabletop games. Prizes and refreshments!
Ready Set Create! Building Challenges for Kids - Fall - Grades 2 - 5
Sat, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Hands-on building and technology challenges give you the chance to solve problems, be creative and work with real engineers from AECOM and ASCE. Registration required.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Mon, Nov 04, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Baby & Me Storytime with Stay & Play - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Nov 04, 10:30am - 11:15am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
AARP Fraud Watch Basics
Mon, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
The AARP Fraud Watch Network is working to empower you in the fight, with proven resources and tools to help you spot and avoid identity theft and fraud.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Nov 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Mon, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Entrepreneurship Class (Aspire)
Mon, Nov 04, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
This is a free, 12-week certification program funded by an Aspire grant from the Ohio Department of Higher Education. The next cohort starts on 10/28/2024. Please text (216) 990-8271 to register.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Nov 05, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Tue, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class.
Wed, Nov 06, 9:00am - 1:00pm
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Nov 06, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Nov 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Wed, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Aspire ESOL Orientation/Testing - Adults
Wed, Nov 06, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room (35)
Orientation class for English to Speakers of Other Languages and Aspire ESOL/Citizenship TABE CLAS-E Testing.
Flavor Fusion - Making Salsa
Wed, Nov 06, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A (50),Meeting Room D (40)
Learn to make simple salsas.
This event is full
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Thu, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Nov 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Thu, Nov 07, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Kindergarten Boost Book Club - Fall - Kindergarteners with caregivers
Thu, Nov 07, 5:45pm - 6:30pm
Conference Room (35)
Read a book with the group and take part in fun, hands-on activities.
West Side Poetry Workshop Reading and Open Mic
Thu, Nov 07, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Join the West Side Poetry Workshop at their annual reading and open mic.
Suspense on Screen: Presenting Alfred Hitchcock - with Sara Showman and Mark Dawidziak
Thu, Nov 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Explore the life and accomplishments of this iconic and influential filmmaker.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Nov 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Artful Impact - Grades K – 8
Fri, Nov 08, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Homework Center (49)
Art isn't just about making something beautiful, but can be used for self-expression, communication, confidence and feeling good. Fridays at Parma-Powers Branch of CCPL.
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