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Rock 'n Read

Ages PreK to Grade 2 with a Caregiver
2024-03-06 16:00:00 2024-03-06 17:00:00 America/New_York Rock 'n Read Join us for songs and musical activities that integrate music and literacy skills! Registration required. Orange Branch - Youth Programming Room (40)

Wednesday, March 06
4:00pm - 5:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-03-06 16:00:00 2024-03-06 17:00:00 America/New_York Rock 'n Read Join us for songs and musical activities that integrate music and literacy skills! Registration required. Orange Branch - Youth Programming Room (40)

Orange Branch

Youth Programming Room (40)

Join us for songs and musical activities that integrate music and literacy skills! Registration required.

Led by board certified music therapists, Rock 'n Read, an arts-integrated program, is a collection of music and literacy lessons specifically designed for children of all abilities in PreK - 2nd grade with a caregiver. This program is centered around a set of storybooks and features original songs and musical activities that integrate music and literacy skills to improve and support comprehension skills, sequencing skills, new vocabulary, and so much more! Registration required. Please register as a family.

Participants may be recorded and/or surveyed to capture this program’s effectiveness. Learn more about parent options at www.cuyahogalibrary.org/parent-options.

Orange Branch
[email protected]
Phone: 216.831.4282
Fax: 216.831.0714
Branch manager
Ginaya Willoughby
Hours
Mon, Mar 17 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Mar 18 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Mar 19 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Mar 20 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Mar 21 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Mar 22 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Mar 23 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

Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Mar 17, 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Tween Tech - For ages 9-12
Mon, Mar 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Have fun and learn about a different tech project each month!
This event is full
Safari Animal Bookmarks - For children grades 3-5 with an adult
Tue, Mar 18, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Make your own safari animal bookmark using faux leather, acrylic paint and markers.
Toddler Storytime - 19 months - 35 months
Wed, Mar 19, 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. After storytimes, stay and play with library toys.
Wednesday Adult Book Discussion
Wed, Mar 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Adult Book Discussion
Rock 'n' Read Spring 2025 - Ages PreK to Grade 2 with a Caregiver
Wed, Mar 19, 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 19 months to 5 years, with caregiver
Thu, Mar 20, 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 World Explorers Yemen - For children ages 9-14
Thu, Mar 20, 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. This month we will visit Yemen.
This event is full
Homeschool Jr. - Ages 7-10
Fri, Mar 21, 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
Introduction to Hand Sewing - Adults
Sat, Mar 22, 10:00am - 11:30am
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Extend the life of your wardrobe by learning the basics of using a needle and thread.
This event is full
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Mar 24, 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Safari Animal Bookmarks - Adults
Tue, Mar 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Make your own safari animal bookmark using faux leather, acrylic paint and markers.
Toddler Storytime - 19 months - 35 months
Wed, Mar 26, 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. After storytimes, stay and play with library toys.
Rock 'n' Read Spring 2025 - Ages PreK to Grade 2 with a Caregiver
Wed, Mar 26, 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 19 months to 5 years, with caregiver
Thu, Mar 27, 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.
Picture Book Party: When Spring Comes - Ages 3-5 with a caregiver
Sat, Mar 29, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Enjoy a storytime and activities based on the book When Spring Comes by Kevin Henkes.
STEAM Club - Grades 2-5
Sat, Mar 29, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
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, Mar 31, 10:00am - 11:00am
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, Apr 01, 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 months - 35 months
Wed, Apr 02, 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. After storytimes, stay and play with library toys.
Author Deep Dive: Percival Everett - Adults
Wed, Apr 02, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Join librarians from Orange and Beachwood branches as we explore the work of award-winning author Percival Everett in this 4-week, in depth discussion series.
Rock 'n' Read Spring 2025 - Ages PreK to Grade 2 with a Caregiver
Wed, Apr 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for songs and musical activities that integrate music and literacy skills! Registration required.
Author Lee Martin - in conversation with Connie Schultz
Wed, Apr 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Join us when authors Lee Martin and Connie Schultz visit to discuss Martin's latest novel, The Evening Shades.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - Ages 19 months to 5 years, with caregiver
Thu, Apr 03, 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.
Orange Branch 10th Year Anniversary - Families
Sat, Apr 05, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Join us in celebrating 10 years in our new building.
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Apr 07, 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
AARP Presentation: Fraud Watch Basics
Mon, Apr 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Have you ever been approached with a fraudulent offer or been a victim of identity theft? This is where we can help.
Fifth Decade Mastery - Adults
Mon, Apr 07, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Learn to unlock your potential in your 50s and beyond!
Play, Learn and Grow - Ages 1-3, siblings from birth through 5 welcomed
Tue, Apr 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.
Toddler Storytime - 19 months - 35 months
Wed, Apr 09, 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. After storytimes, stay and play with library toys.
Author Deep Dive: Percival Everett - Adults
Wed, Apr 09, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Join librarians from Orange and Beachwood branches as we explore the work of award-winning author Percival Everett in this 4-week, in depth discussion series.
Rock 'n' Read Spring 2025 - Ages PreK to Grade 2 with a Caregiver
Wed, Apr 09, 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 19 months to 5 years, with caregiver
Thu, Apr 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.
Teen Art Adventures - Grades 6-12
Thu, Apr 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Come learn about different artistic styles or techniques.
Make Your Own Board Game - For families with children in grades 2-5
Sat, Apr 12, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Work together with your family to create your own original board game which you can take home.
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Apr 14, 10:00am - 11:00am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Blood Drive
Mon, Apr 14, 12:00pm - 6:00pm
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).
Play, Learn and Grow - Ages 1-3, siblings from birth through 5 welcomed
Tue, Apr 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 months - 35 months
Wed, Apr 16, 10:00am - 10:45am
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books. After storytimes, stay and play with library toys.
Wednesday Adult Book Discussion
Wed, Apr 16, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
The Hope and Stanley Adelstein Room (A/B) (75)
Adult Book Discussion
Rock 'n' Read Spring 2025 - Ages PreK to Grade 2 with a Caregiver
Wed, Apr 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Youth Programming Room (40)
Join us for songs and musical activities that integrate music and literacy skills! Registration required.
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