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Baby and Toddler Play Day Fun

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 10:00 AM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

Drop in with your child ages birth to 3 years for an hour of play and interaction with other caregivers.  The library will provide the room and the toys. 

What's New: Book Look

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 10:00 AM - 11:00 AM

Middleburg Heights Branch: New Books Area

Browse the newest releases in books, audio-fiction and large print books. Refreshments provided. Held the second Wednesday of the month. Sponsored by the Friends of the Middleburg Heights Library.

Excel 2007 Essentials

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, February 10, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Lower Level Meeting Room A

For the beginner, this class is an introduction to spreadsheets using Microsoft Excel 2007.  This session provides a basic overview and common uses for spreadsheets.  Learn basic Excel functions and build a simple budget spreadsheet.  Prerequisite:  Word basics or some experience using Microsoft Excel.  Registration required.

Publisher 2007 Essentials

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, February 10, 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.

Resume Preparation and Job Search Strategies

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Registration Starts: Friday, October 23, 2009 9:00 AM

Brecksville Branch

 A Career Counselor from Cuyahoga County Public Library’s Career Center will show you effective approaches to make your cover letter and resume stand out from the rest. Registration required.

Book Lovers' Club: Half of a Yellow Sun

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Warrensville Branch: Small meeting room

Winner of the 2007 Anisfield-Wolf Prize in fiction, Adichie's novel re-creates the 1960s struggle of Biafra to establish an independent republic in Nigeria. This discussion is part of a series celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Anisfield-Wolf Prize, a Cleveland-based award for books about racial and cultural diversity. 

What's New in Collections at the Western Reserve Historical Society

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, October 06, 2009 9:00 AM

Gates Mills Branch: Meeting Room

What’s New in Collections at the Archives/Library and Genealogy Center of the Western Reserve Historical Society? by Library/Archives Curatorial Staff TBD

G2P: Rock Band

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Bay Village Branch

Grades 6-12

Unite your virtual band and play Rock Band on Wii and PS2.

Teen Tech Week Podcast Party, Part 2

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Mayfield Branch

Do you have something to say about a book you read and liked? Celebrate Teen Tech Week and speak up about your favorite books! Click on program name for details and to register.  Ages 11-18

Just for Teens-Write Time

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 Provoke your creativity and pick up writer’s tricks and fun ways to express yourself through writing. Discover the inner writer in you!  Grades 6-12

G2P: Wii Wednesdays

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

 TEENs and TWEENs, join us each Wednesday afternoon for a different Wii or PS2 game. Ages 9 and up.  Registration requested.

Money & Investing FUNdamentals 4:00

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 4:00 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch

Do you like money? Do you spend money? Then check out one of our Money and Investing FUNdamentals classes; learn how to make good decisions with your money the fun way!  Grades K-6

Podcast It!

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 4:00 PM - 6:00 PM

Registration Starts: Thursday, February 25, 2010

Maple Heights Branch

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Tweens & Teens celebrate Teen Tech Week--record a blurb for your favorite book and share it on Teen Space!

Orphan Shelter Cat Blanket Workshop---4:00 PM

Wednesday, March 10, 4:00 pm-5:00 pm

Registration Starts: Wednesday, January 06, 2010

Parma-Ridge Branch: Meeting Room

Help us keep homeless cats & kittens warm by making blankets for them. 

For Grades 5 and up!  Registration Required starting January 6th.

Teen Library Council-TLC

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 4:00 PM - 4:45 PM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

Teen Library Council-TLC!
Grades 6-12/
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!
Meetings- March 10th, April 14th, May 19th / 4 pm

After School Special: Indoor Games 4:15

Indoor Games on Wednesday, March 10, 2010 at 4:15 p.m.

Registration Starts: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 9:00 AM

Solon Branch: Meeting Room

Get ready to move!  Join us for a fun afternoon of entertaining games for children.  Registration required. For grades K-3.

Money & Investing FUNdamentals 5:00

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 5:00 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch

Do you like money? Do you spend money? Then check out one of our Money and Investing FUNdamentals classes; learn how to make good decisions with your money the fun way!  Grades K-6

The brief wondrous life of Oscar Wao

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 7:00 PM

Fairview Park Branch

Join us for a discussion of Junot Diaz's The brief wondrous life of Oscar Wao.  Copies of the book are available at our check-out desk. This discussion is part of a series celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Anisfield-Wolf Prize, a Cleveland-based award for books about racial and cultural diversity.

ACT/SAT Test Taking Tips

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, December 15, 2009 9:00 AM

Brecksville Branch: meeting room

Grades 9-12.  Parents welcome. 

Improve your score on the ACT/SAT tests with these valuable tips from The Princeton Review.  Free.

Registration requested.

 

Teens Speak Up About Books--CANCELLED

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Friday, December 17, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-South Branch: meeting room

Speak Up About Books

Ages 11-18

Do you have something to say about a book you read and liked? Share your voice for Teen Tech Week. Come record podcasts of your favorite books that will be posted on our website for others looking for a good read.  We’ll help you create and record your review.  But we need a form signed by a parent for you to participate.

Visit the Parma-South Teen Department for tips on creating your podcast

English for You & Me

Wednesday 7 PM 3/10

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

Children ages 4 -7 years old and their parents whose first language is not English are invited to come to a series of programs which emphasize English vocabulary through stories, activities and games.  No registration required.

Pizza Pizzaz!

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 7:00 PM

Brook Park Branch: Meeting Room

Join Chef Sherry and learn how to make grilled pizza. Both main course and dessert pizzas will be created for tasting by participants.  Bring your appetite!

Grades 6-12.

Registration required.

Co-sponsored by The Friends of the Brook Park Library.

Click on program title to register.

Reel Lives: Nollywood Lady

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 7:00 PM

Warrensville Branch: Large meeting room

This film tells the story of Peace Anyiam-Fibresima of Lagos, Nigeria, an impresario of showbiz and an impassioned spokeswoman for the thriving and innovative African film industry. Registration is appreciated.

Coffee and Conversation

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

North Royalton Branch: Conference Room

What better way to escape the cold than to travel down the river in the Grand Canyon? Put on your life jackets on and grab a paddle as the branch's monthly book discussion group focuses it's attention upon In the Heart of the Canyon by Elisabeth Hyde.

The Power of Plant-Based Nutrition and Disease Prevention

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration: Monday, January 25, 2010 1:00 AM through Wednesday, March 10, 2010 6:30 PM

Parma-South Branch

This program will help you learn what you can do to look your best and feel healthier, for longer. Understand why fruits & vegetables are so essential in obtaining optimal health and building a strong immune system. Free food sampling included. Registration is required.

Great Inn and B&B Getaways

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 7:00 PM

Parma Heights Branch: Meeting Room A

Travel author Doris Larson will share great destinations as well as accommodations within getaway distance from Cleveland. Join her as she showcases historic inns and cozy B&Bs in locations including Amish country and Ohio's historic villages.

Copies of Larson's books Great Inn Getaways from Cleveland and Bed & Breakfast Getaways from Cleveland will be available for purchase and signing.

Wed. night book discussion *In Defense of Food: An Eater's Manifesto*

Wednesday, March 10, 2010 7:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Gates Mills Branch: meeting room

Join us for a thought-provoking hour. Discover your fellow reader's thoughts about the discussion book and share your own.  All points of view are welcome at this informal and fun book discussion!

Lunchbox Chat

Thursday, March 11, 2010

North Royalton Branch: Middle School

Monthly program at the North Royalton Middle School!

Beech Brook Visits the Orange Library

Thursday, March 11, 2010

Orange Branch

 Beech Brook visits the Orange Branch for story-themed arts & crafts!

GED Classes

Thursday, March 11, 2010 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Brooklyn Branch

Learning about Colors is Fun Thursday March 11th

Thursday, March 11, 2010 10:30 AM - 11:30 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, January 06, 2010

Parma-Ridge Branch: storyroom

Children ages 2-5 and caregiver/ parents are invited to join us for fun and  exploration of colors. You will have the opprotunity to visit various stations and experiment, create, observe ,and use hands-on materials to have fun and learn about the colors in our world. Registration is required and a snack permission form needs to be signed so the child can particpate using food in this activity.

Thursday March 11th @ 10:30 AM

Homeschool: Picturing America

Thursday 11 AM 3/11

Parma-South Branch: storyroom

Homeschoolers and their caregivers are invited to attend a program which combines American history and art. Registration required.

Click on program name for details.

Business at Noon Women’s Networking Lunch

Thursday, March 11, 2010 12:00 PM - 1:00 PM

Independence Branch: Meeting Room

Renew Your Resolutions with Kim Scott

Did your New Year’s resolutions include reducing stress, getting fit, and recharging your mental battery? Fitness guru, Kim Scott will address these issues as well has how to create a healthy, balanced life.  Bring a lunch, beverages provided.

Sponsored by the Cuyahoga Valley Chamber of Commerce.

Resumes and Cover Letters

Thursday, March 11, 2010 1:30 PM - 3:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, January 04, 2010 9:00 AM

Strongsville Branch: Meeting Room

Learn how to create a great resume and cover letter!  Registration is required and begins on Monday, January 4th.  Click on Program name for more details and to register. 

Just for Teens-Anime~Manga Club

Thursday, March 11, 2010 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

 Otaku or not, you’ll have fun!  Now every Thursday!  Grades 6-12

Speak Up about Books

Thursday, March 11, 2010 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Bay Village Branch: Meeting Room

 Do you have something to say about a book you read and liked? Share your voice for Teen Tech Week. Come record podcasts of your favorite books that will be posted on our website for others looking for a good read. We’ll help you create and record your review.  But we need a form signed by a parent for you to participate. Ages 11- 18

Speak Up about Books

Thursday, March 11, 2010 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Bay Village Branch: Meeting Room

Do you have something to say about a book you read and liked? Share your voice for Teen Tech Week. Come record podcasts of your favorite books that will be posted on our website for others looking for a good read. We’ll help you create and record your review.  But we need a form signed by a parent for you to participate. Ages 11- 18

Just 4 Teens: SPOT (Service Projects on Thursdays)

Thursday, March 11, 2010 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch

Looking for something fun to do in the Teen Room afterschool?  Want to help others and make a difference in your community?  Then come to SPOT! Registration not required.

iTAB: Independence Teen Advisory Board

Thursday, March 11, 2010 3:30 PM - 4:30 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, December 14, 2009 9:00 AM

Independence Branch: Conference Room

Registration Required.

If you love the library, and have great ideas to share for programs and special events, then come join us for our monthly Teen Advisory Board Meetings.  Share ideas, discuss collection development, and snack!


 

Writing and Illustrating

Thursday, March 11, 2010 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

North Olmsted Branch

As part of our regular Student Friends' meeting, author Kayla Falcone (a 4th grader at Olmsted Falls Intermediate School) and illustrator Lori Falcone (Kayla's mother) will discuss the process of publishing their book My Name Is. 

Registration is required. 

Write It Out! Club

Thursdays, Jan. 14 - May 20, 2010, at 4:00 p.m.

Registration Starts: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 9:00 AM

Fairview Park Branch: Story/Craft Room

Meet fellow writers, uncover ideas, and unlock your creative voice by writing stories, poetry, song lyrics and more!

Fondue Fun--4:00 PM

Thursday, March 11, 2010 4:00 PM - 5:00 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch: meeting room

 

Chocolate and cheese fondues are great fun for everyone.  Chef Sherry will show you how to prepare two different kinds of fondue and the wonderful things to dip them in. YUM!   For Grades 6-12.  Registration Required starting January 6th.

Olmsted Falls Library Friends Used Book Sale

Thursday, March 11, 2010 6:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Olmsted Falls Branch: Meeting Room

Used Books, DVDs, music CDs, and more.

Test Prep 101

Thursday, March 11th / 6:30pm

Registration Starts: Wednesday, March 03, 2010 9:00 AM

Warrensville Branch: Large Meeting Room

Hear help for both parents and students on how to successfully prepare for a test whether it's a weekly spelling/math test, Ohio achievement test/OGT, mid-term or final.  The session will address positive study habits, useful techniques to improve study skills, and family/student resources.  Presented by special guest Candace Wallace.  Registration requested.

Microsoft Publisher Essentials

Thursday, March 11, 2010 6:30 PM

Registration Starts: Thursday, February 11, 2010 9:00 AM

Solon Branch: 20

Learn how to make an attractive flyer using this desktop publishing program. Prerequisite: Word Essentials or familiarity with Word.

An Evening of Traditional Irish Music

Thursday, March 11, 2010 7:00 PM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch: great hall

Singer/Songwriter Terry McKnight will entertain with an evening of traditional Irish music and songs.

Registration requested.

Quality of Life Matters

Thursday, March 11, 2009

Registration: Friday, January 01, 2010 through Thursday, March 11, 2010

Garfield Heights Branch

 

Transitioning from work to retirement is not easy. Program explores the essence of retirement. Speaker examines strategies to continue and/or create a more exciting and enriched life. Registration required.

It's Tax Time!

Thursday, March 11, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration: Friday, October 23, 2009 through Thursday, March 11, 2010

Brecksville Branch: Meeting Room

This program is designed to help answer questions about income tax filings. Am I getting everything I am entitled to on my taxes? What do I need to save to file my taxes? Am I deducting everything that I am entitled to? If you have specific questions, come prepared to have them answered by an H&R Block professional.

Free. Registration required. To register, call the host branch or visit cuyahogalibrary.org.

Thursday Evening Book Group

Thursday, March 11, 2010 7:30 PM

Berea Branch: meeting room

Discussions include literary fiction and non-fiction titles from well-known authors.

Beech Brook Visits the Orange Library

Friday, March 12, 2010

Orange Branch

 Beech Brook visits the Orange Branch for story-themed arts & crafts!

Spring Make & Takes

Friday-Sunday 3/12-3/14 during library hours

Parma-South Branch: children's dept.

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

Olmsted Falls Library Friends Used Book Sale

Friday, March 12, 2010 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Olmsted Falls Branch: Meeting Room

Used Books, DVDs, music CDs, and more.

9:45 AM Fitness Made Fun with The Little Gym

Friday, March 12, 2010 9:45 AM - 10:30 AM

Registration Starts: Monday, February 15, 2010 9:00 AM

Brecksville Branch: Meeting Room

Little tumblers are invited for fun activities with an instructor from The Little Gym of Brecksville/Sagamore Hills.  Come for circle time, parachute play, and fun on the mats and gym equipment.  For ages 4 months - 35 months, with a participating adult.  Registration is required, beginning Monday, February 15.

10:45 AM Fitness Made Fun with The Little Gym

Friday, March 12, 2010 10:45 AM - 11:30 AM

Registration Starts: Monday, February 15, 2010 9:00 AM

Brecksville Branch: Meeting Room

Little tumblers are invited for fun activities with an instructor from The Little Gym of Brecksville/Sagamore Hills.  Come for circle time, parachute play, and fun on the mats and gym equipment.  For ages 3-6 years, with a participating adult.  Registration is required, beginning February 15.

Brook Park Memorial 2nd Grade Class Library Visits

Friday, March 12, 2010 2:20 PM

Brook Park Branch: Large Meeting Room

The second graders of Brook Park Memorial Elementary School visit the library for a storytime and book selection.

Senior Friends Booksale 3:00 PM

Friday, March 12, 2010 3:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Friends Room

 Friday, March 12th 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.

Book Sale Friends Preview Night

Friday, March 12, 2010 5:00 PM - 7:30 PM

Berea Branch: large meeting room

Preview night for members of the Friends of the Berea Branch Library.  New members are welcome!

G2P: Got 2 Play Game Night

Friday, March 12, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Solon Branch: meeting room

Join us for our after hours video game night as we project Rock Band and two Super Smash Bros Brawl games onto the big screen.  For students in 5th grade and up.

Friends Booksale 9:00 AM

Saturday, March 13, 2010 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Friends Room

 Friends Booksale Saturday March 13th  2010 9:00 AM - 2:00 PM

Join the Friends of the Parma Libraries for their booksale. Friends Preview from 9:00-10:00 AM, General Public, 10:00-2:00 at the Parma Ridge Branch, 5850 Ridge Rd.

Book Sale

Saturday, March 13, 2010 9:00 AM - 4:30 PM

Berea Branch: large meeting room

Open to the public.

Used Book Sale

Saturday, March 13, 2010 9:00 AM - 4:00 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Lower Level

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Olmsted Falls Library Friends Used Book Sale

Saturday, March 13, 2010 9:30 AM - 5:00 PM

Olmsted Falls Branch: Meeting Room

Used Books, DVDs, music CDs, and more.

Dr. Michael Roizen HEALTHTALK

Saturday, March 13, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Administrative Office Building Branch: Auditorium

RealAge and You: The Cleveland Clinic Experience on Controlling Your Genes and What It Means to You.  Dr. Roizen will explain how easy it is to take control of your genes and your health.  FREE and open to the public.

Dr. Michael Roizen Healthtalk

Saturday, March 13, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Independence Branch

Register for this program (sponsored in part by our Independence Library branch but event will be held at our Library Administration building) through link above.

Fun with Music!

Saturday, March 13, 2010 10:00 AM

Registration Starts: Monday, February 01, 2010 9:00 AM

North Royalton Branch: Meeting Room

Enjoy this high energy music and movement program for ages birth through five years old with a caregiver.  Siblings may also attend.  Sponsored by First Chair Music Programs.  Registration begins Monday, February 1.   Click on program name for details.

 

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

Saturdays at 10 AM throughout the year

Brecksville Branch: Storytime Room

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

G2P: Wii Bowling Tournament 10:00 a.m.

Saturday, March 13, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:30 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, January 06, 2010

Solon Branch: Meeting Room

Form a team and join us for some friendly competition in our big-screen bowling tournament!  Teams should register for a 30-minute bowling slot, but are also encouraged to be spectators. Each time slot accommodates one team. Teams must include at least one adult. The team with the highest average score wins!  Registration required. For families with children ages 5 and up.

G2P: Wii Bowling Tournament 10:30 a.m.

Saturday, March 13, 2010 10:30 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 9:00 AM

Solon Branch: Meeting Room

Form a team and join us for some friendly competition in our big-screen bowling tournament!  Teams should register for a 30-minute bowling slot, but are also encouraged to be spectators. Each time slot accommodates one team. Teams must include at least one adult. The team with the highest average score wins! Registration required. For families with children ages 5 and up.

G2P: Wii Bowling Tournament 11:00 a.m.

Saturday, March 13, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:30 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, January 06, 2010

Solon Branch: Meeting Room

Form a team and join us for some friendly competition in our big-screen bowling tournament!  Teams should register for a 30-minute bowling slot, but are also encouraged to be spectators. Each time slot accommodates one team. Teams must include at least one adult. The team with the highest average score wins! Registration required. For families with children ages 5 and up.

Just 4 U

Saturday, March 13, 2010 11:00 AM

Strongsville Branch: Storytime Room

Join the Just 4 U Student Friends group and get involved in the Strongsville Branch Library.  Ages 10 - 18

Club Otaku - Japanese Anime and Manga Fans

Saturday, March 13, 2010 11:00 AM - 1:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch

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.

G2P: Wii Bowling Tournament 11:30 a.m.

Saturday, March 13, 2010 11:30 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 9:00 AM

Solon Branch: Meeting Room

Form a team and join us for some friendly competition in our big-screen bowling tournament!  Teams should register for a 30-minute bowling slot, but are also encouraged to be spectators. Each time slot accommodates one team. Teams must include at least one adult. The team with the highest average score wins! Registration required. For families with children ages 5 and up.

G2P: Wii Bowling Tournament 12:00 p.m.

Saturday, March 13, 2010 12:00 PM - 12:30 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 9:00 AM

Solon Branch: Meeting Room

Form a team and join us for some friendly competition in our big-screen bowling tournament!  Teams should register for a 30-minute bowling slot, but are also encouraged to be spectators. Each time slot accommodates one team.  Teams must include at least one adult.The team with the highest average score wins!  Registration required. For families with children ages 5 and up.

G2P: Wii Bowling Tournament 12:30 P.M.

Saturday, March 13, 2010 12:30 PM - 1:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 9:00 AM

Solon Branch: Meeting Room

Form a team and join us for some friendly competition in our big-screen bowling tournament!  Teams should register for a 30-minute bowling slot, but are also encouraged to be spectators. Each time slot accommodates one team. Teams must include at least one adult. The team with the highest average score wins!  Registration required. For families with children ages 5 and up.

G2P: Wii Bowling Tournament 1:00 p.m.

Saturday, March 13, 2010 1:00 PM - 1:30 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 9:00 AM

Solon Branch: Meeting Room

Form a team and join us for some friendly competition in our big-screen bowling tournament!  Teams should register for a 30-minute bowling slot, but are also encouraged to be spectators. Each time slot accommodates one team. Teams must include at least one adult. The team with the highest average score wins! Registration required. For families with children ages 5 and up.

Pirate Island Madness

Saturday, March 13, 2010 1:00 PM

Registration Starts: Friday, January 01, 2010

Maple Heights Branch

Two zany pirates, island music, limbo contest, beads, silly string--fun for all ages!

G2P: Wii Bowling Tournament 1:30 p.m.

Saturday, March 13, 2010 1:30 PM - 2:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 9:00 AM

Solon Branch: Meeting Room

Form a team and join us for some friendly competition in our big-screen bowling tournament!  Teams should register for a 30-minute bowling slot, but are also encouraged to be spectators.Each time slot accommodates one team.  Teams must include at least one adult. The team with the highes average score wins! Registration required. For families with children ages 5 and up.

G2P: Rock Band Tournament

Saturdays, January 9th, February 13th, March 13th, April 10th, May 8th from 2-4 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Teen Room

Are you a Rock Band fan? Join us for our Rock Band tournament. Come compete on the second Saturday of each month. We will have 4 qualifying rounds and then the championship event. Prizes will be awarded to the best guitarist, drummer and singer. For more details and rules, contact the teen librarians. Registration requested.

Grades 6-12

Music at the Library

Saturday, March 13, 2010 2:00 PM

Chagrin Falls Branch

Chagrin Falls Swing Ensemble

Bit o' the Irish

Saturday, March 13, 2010 2:00 PM

Bay Village Branch: Meeting Room

Join us as the Irish band, "Turn the Corner" celebrates St. Patrick's Day  in a enthusiastic presentation of Celtic music.

Mary Oliver Favorite Poem Reading

March 13

Mayfield Branch: Meeting Room

What's your favorite Mary Oliver poem?  This most beloved American poet is coming back to her hometown in a rare appearance for Cuyahoga County Public Library Foundation's Writers Center Stage on Tuesday, April 13.  To celebrate the occasion, come read your favorite poem by Mary Oliver at the Mary Oliver Favorite Poem Reading on March 13.

G2P "Gotta Play!' Teen Video Game Group

Saturday, March 13, 2010 2:00 PM through Friday, March 19, 2010 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Saturday, December 26, 2009

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. 

 

G2P: Pokemon DS Days

Saturday, March 13, 2010 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Meeting Room

Tweens and Teens, bring your DSi and be prepared to battle on Pokemon Battle Revolution to see who's the best Pokemon player in town.

Internet Basics

Saturday, March 13, 2010 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Registration Starts: Friday, December 18, 2009 9:00 AM

Brook Park Branch

New to the internet? This course is for you.  Learn basic internet skils like searching, email, watching out for scams and much more. 

Registration is required.

2:00 PM March 13th, 2010. 

Teen Advisory Group - March 2010

Saturdays, March 13th, April 10th, and May 8th, 2010, 3:00 - 4:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, February 08, 2010 9:00 AM

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!

For Teens in grades 6-12.  Registration required - register in person, by phone (440-234-3600,) or online (register link will appear below after registration start date).  Registration begins February 8th, 2010.

Speak Up about Books - Ages 11-18

Saturday, March 13th, 2009, 3:00 - 4:00 PM

Registration: Monday, February 01, 2010 9:00 AM through Saturday, March 13, 2010 1:00 PM

Middleburg Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Do you have something to say about a book you read and liked? Share your voice for Teen Tech Week. Come record podcasts of your favorite books that will be posted on our website for others looking for a good read. We’ll help you create and record your review.  But we need a form signed by a parent for you to participate. Ages 11- 18.

Registration requested - register in person, by phone (440-234-3600,) or online (register link will appear below after registration start date.) Registration begins February 1st, 2010.

Introduction to Improv Workshop

Sunday, March 14, 2010 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM

Beachwood Branch

Enjoy a fast paced comedy workshop and learn to bring out the humor in your everyday life.

Orange Inclusion Preschool Visits the Orange Library

Monday, March 15, 2010

Orange Branch

The Orange Inclusion Preschool visits the Orange Library for stories, songs, fingerplays and fun.

Make it and Take it for St. Patrick's Day

Monday, March 15, 2010

Parma-Ridge Branch: children's area

Come to the children's area during regular library hours from March 15 thru March 17th  and use the materials available for creating you own decoration/ craft project for St Patrick's Day.There will be lots of green paper and crayons and other surprises to help you create.

Active Seniors Book Discussion

Monday, March 15, 2010 1:00 PM

Berea Branch

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

Knit Kids 2

Monday, March 15, 2010 at 3:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, February 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Brooklyn Branch: Brooklyn

Grades 4 - 6                                         Registration required.

Build on the basics of knitting using the purl stitch to make a washcloth, headband, belt or purse.  It's your choice!!  Yarn is provided and needles are "on loan" from the Brooklyn Branch.

Book Sale Bag Sale

Monday, March 15, 2010 4:00 PM - 7:00 PM

Berea Branch: large meeting room

EcoFriendly-Composting and Vermicomposting

Monday, March 15, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration: Friday, December 18, 2009 9:00 AM through Monday, March 15, 2010 9:00 PM

Middleburg Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Composting is a great way to recycle. Learn the how to's presented in this informative program from the Ohio State University Extension office. Sponsored by the Friends of the Middleburg Library.

Ukrainian Easter Eggs

Monday, March 15, 2010 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Registration: Friday, December 18, 2009 9:00 AM through Monday, March 15, 2010 7:00 PM

Brook Park Branch: Large Meeting Room

Linda Hupert, expert pysanky artist, will demonstrate the art of pysanky egg decoration.

Adult Evening Book Discussion: Loving Frank

Monday, March 15, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Parma-Snow Branch: Conference Room

Registration is requested.  Click on above program title for more details.

Student Friends-Student Helper Day!

Monday, March 15, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, February 01, 2010 9:00 AM

North Royalton Branch: Children's Storytime Room

We're looking for a few good helpers!   Students in grades 4 and up are invited to join Student Friends!  Some activities will benefit the library and some are just fun!

Registration requested but not required.  Register beginning February 1, 2010 at 9 AM.

Adult Book Discussion

Monday, March 15, 2010 7-8 PM

Mayfield Branch: Meeting Room

The Last Lecture by Randy Pausch with Jeffrey Zaslow— The author, a computer science professor diagnosed with terminal cancer, explores his life, the lessons that he has learned, how he has worked to achieve his childhood dreams, and the effect of his diagnosis on him and his family. Copies will be available at the Mayfield Library as early as February 8, 2010.

Vegetable Gardening Fundamentals

Monday, March 15, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Monday, February 01, 2010 9:00 AM

Solon Branch: Meeting Room

Join the Master Gardeners to learn about choosing the best site for a garden and preparing the soil, the value of raised beds, and when to plant different vegetables. 

Introduction to Entrepreneurship - What You Need to Know to Start a Business

Monday, March 15, 2010 7:00 PM

Southeast Branch: large meeting room

 What do you need to know to get your own business off the ground?

Registration Is Required

Teen Book Group Al Capone Does My Shirts by Gennifer Choldenko

Monday, March 15, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Registration Starts: Friday, January 15, 2010

Gates Mills Branch

Read Al Capone Does My Shirts by Gennifer Choldenko. In 1935, at the height of the Great Depression, 12-year-old Moose Flanagan moves with his family to Alcatraz Island, the site of a notorious prison. His dad, desperate to find work, takes a job as an electrician and guard, and Moose faces challenges adjusting to his unusual new home, new school, and the responsibility to care for his autistic sister. Grades 6-10.

G2P: Wii Family Bowling League

Monday, March 15, 2010 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Warrensville Branch: Large meeting room

February 1st, 8th &15th, March 1st, 8th & 15th / 7:00-9:00 pm   Come by yourself or with family and friends for six weeks worth of virtual bowling fun.  Registration is required.

March Family Literacy Night: Test Preparation 101

Monday, March 15, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Garfield Heights Branch: Meeting Room

Hear help for both parents and students on how to successfully prepare for a test whether it's weekly spelling/math tests, Ohio achievement test/OGT, mid-term or final.  The session will address positive study habits, useful techniques to improve study skills, and family/student resources.  Presented by Candace Wallace.  Each student who attends will receive a book provided by the Cleveland Foundation.  Pizza and light refreshments provided.

Registration is required. 

Winter Evening Book Discussion: Water for Elephants

Monday, March 15, 2010 7:15 PM

Registration Starts: Thursday, October 01, 2009

Maple Heights Branch

Join us for a lively discussion of a different book each 3rd Monday of the Month at 7:15 p.m.  Registration requested.

March 15th, 2010: Water for Elephants, by Sara Guen

Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen

Monday, March 15, 2010 7:15 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration: Thursday, October 22, 2009 8:00 AM through Monday, March 15, 2010 8:30 PM

Maple Heights Branch: Civic Center

Join our Monday Evening Book Discussion group as we discuss Water for Elephants by Sara Gruen.

Mother/Daughter Book Discussion

Monday, March 15, 2010 7:30 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 9:00 AM

Solon Branch: Story/craft room

Book discussion group for 4th-5th grade girls and their mothers. Registration required. Click on program name for details.

Book Discussions

Monday, March 15, 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.

GED Classes

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 9:30 AM - 11:30 AM

Brooklyn Branch

The Music Class 9:30 AM

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 9:30 AM - 10:10 AM

Registration Starts: Friday, March 05, 2010 9:00 AM

Strongsville Branch

A high-energy music and movement program for ages 0-5 years old.  Presented by First Chair Music Programs.  Click on program name for details.

Computer Essentials

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 10:00 AM - 12:00 PM

Registration: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 through Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Maple Heights Branch: Tech Center

This class offers an overview of basic computer parts, using the mouse and keyboard and an introduction to the Microsoft Windows operating system. Free computer basic class.  Registration required.  Click on class name above for details and to register online.

Remote Dance! for toddler and Preschooler

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 10:00 AM - 10:45 AM

Orange Branch: meeting room

Ages 2-5

Dancin's Stars - dance & Drama playgroup workshop by "Remote Dance!"

Registration is required.

Storyhop 10:30 AM

Tuesday, March 16th at 10:30 AM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, January 06, 2010 9:00 AM

Maple Heights Branch: Children's Department

Children ages 3-5 and their caregivers can join us as we  hop, dance, stretch and skip along with your favorite stories and music on Tuesdays, March 2nd through March 16th at 10:30 AM.  Registration required.

 

The Music Class 11:00 AM

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 11:00 AM - 11:40 AM

Registration Starts: Friday, March 05, 2010 9:00 AM

Strongsville Branch

A high-energy music and movement program for ages 0-5 years old.  Presented by First Chair Music Programs.  Click on program name for details.

Email with Gmail

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 1:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, February 16, 2010

Maple Heights Branch: Tech Center

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.

Job Club

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

Brooklyn Branch

Job Club

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 1:30 PM - 3:00 PM

North Olmsted Branch: Lower Level Meeting Room

Join a job club at North Olmsted Branch, every Tuesday afternoon from 1:30- 3:00 PM

No registration necessary.

Travelin' Tuesdays: Life of a Civil War Soldier: 1861 - 1865

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 2:00 PM

Brecksville Branch

 Between 1861 and 1865 more than 650,000 men and women were killed during the American Civil War. What was life like, living in the 1860’s and serving in the Union Army? Historical interpreter Harold George takes us back in time to the War Between the States. Sponsored by the Friends of the Brecksville Library. Refreshments provided by the City of Brecksville.

Tuesday Book Club

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 2:00 PM - 3:00 PM

Chagrin Falls Branch

We will be reading Lying Awake by Mark Salzman.  In a Carmelite monastery outside of Los Angeles, Sister John of the Cross, an elderly nun, experiences a series of dazzling and incisive visions, but she is confronted with a difficult choice when she discovers that she must choose between her spiritual gifts and the medical establishment that seeks to cure the powerful headaches that accompany her visions.

Book Discussions

Tuesday, March 16, 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-D.I.Y. Tuesdays

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 3:15 PM - 4:30 PM

Mayfield Branch: meeting room

Take a ride on your creative side every Tuesday after school.  Some of the projects can earn you community service/volunteer credit. Grade 6-12

Money and Investing FUNdamentals 3:30 PM

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 3:30 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Conference room

Do you like money? Do you spend money? Then check out one of our Money and Investing FUNdamentals classes; learn how to make good decisions with your money the fun way!  Grades K-6

Pet Beds and Adoption Roundup

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 3:30 PM - 5:00 PM

Beachwood Branch

Do you like helping animals in need?

G2P Play Day

Tuesday, March 16 from 4:15-5:00 p.m.

Registration Starts: Wednesday, March 10, 2010 9:00 AM

Bay Village Branch: Meeting Room

For students in grades 1-4.

Have fun playing video games such as Eye Toy Play 2, Katamari Damacy and Wii Music.  Registration required.  Click on program name for details. 

Money and Investing FUNdamentals 4:30 PM

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 4:30 PM

Brooklyn Branch: Conference room

Do you like money? Do you spend money? Then check out one of our Money and Investing FUNdamentals classes; learn how to make good decisions with your money the fun way!  Grades K-6

St. Patrick's Day Lucky You! Craft

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 6:30 PM - 7:30 PM

North Royalton Branch: Meeting Room

Hey Teens & Tweens!  Kick off St. Patrick's Day on Tuesday with a LUCKY YOU craft @ the library! For grades 5th-12th

Over 50 and Out of Work

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 6:30 PM - 8:30 PM

Fairview Park Branch: Lower Level Meeting Room

A Cuyahoga County Public Library Career Counselor will present an informative and motivational program designed for the over-50 job seeker.  Learn how to increase your marketability and success in today's job market.  Registration required.

Immigrant Inc.

Tuesday, March 16th 7 PM

Strongsville Branch: Meeting Room

Authors Richard Herman and Bob Smith will talk about their new book Immigrant Inc.: How Immigrant Entrepreneurs are Driving the New Economy (and How they will Save the American Worker).  Click on program name to register and for more details.

Women In Space & Aviation

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Registration: Thursday, January 28, 2010 9:00 PM through Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Southeast Branch: Large Meeting Room

The International Women's Air & Space Museum  helps us celebrate National Women's History Month. Join us to learn about the contributions of women in the field of air & space travel.

Registration Is Suggested

Professional Networking with LinkedIn

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 7:00 PM

Beachwood Branch

Learn how to use LinkedIn to reconnect, share advice, and   discover connections when looking for a new job or business opportunity

Business Etiquette

Tuesday, March 16, 2010

Registration: Friday, January 01, 2010 through Tuesday, March 16, 2010

South Euclid - Lyndhurst 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.

Adult Book Discussion

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 7:00 PM - 9:00 PM

Registration: Monday, December 21, 2009 9:00 PM through Tuesday, March 16, 2010 7:00 PM

Brook Park Branch: Large Meeting Room

Join us for a discussion of The Namesake by Jhumpa Lahiri.  This Pulitzer Prize winning author describes the immigrant experience, the clash of cultures, the conflicts of assimilation and the tangled ties between generations. 

 

 

St. Paddy's day Music fest

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, February 03, 2010 9:00 AM

Solon Branch: Meeting Room

Come join Terry McNight for a musical celebration of St. Patrick’s Day. Terry will bring his guitar for an evening of traditional Irish music.
 

The Music Class 7:00 PM

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 7:00 PM - 7:40 PM

Registration Starts: Friday, March 05, 2010 9:00 AM

Strongsville Branch

A high-energy music and movement program for ages 0-5 years old.  Presented by First Chair Music Programs.  Click on program name for details.

Digital Movie Making

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:30 PM

Registration Starts: Wednesday, March 10, 2010 9:00 AM

Independence Branch: Meeting Room

We'll have fun while we learn, collaborate, and invent our own film styles! Participants must attend all 6 weeks of the program.  Ages 13-17.  Registration required.  Program meets every Tuesday evening from March 16, 2010 to April 20, 2010.

Basic Vegetable Gardening

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Thursday, December 10, 2009 12:00 PM

Orange Branch: Orange Meeting Room

 The Master Gardeners of Cuyahoga County Ohio State Office of Extension will teach "Basic Vegetable Gardening" on Tuesday March 16th at 7:00pm at the Orange Library. Growing your own veggies is fun, fulfilling and economical.  Everything tastes better when it is homegrown!

Inspirational Book Discussion - Who Moved My Cheese?

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 7:00 PM

Garfield Heights Branch

Please join us for a lively, inspiring, and uplifting monthly book discussion.  This month's title is Who Moved My Cheese?  by Spencer Johnson. This book group meets on the third Tuesday of the month from 7:00-8:30 pm at hosting branch.

Evening Book discussion 7:00 PM

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 7:00 PM

Registration Starts: Tuesday, February 16, 2010 9:00 AM

Parma-Ridge Branch: Meeting room

Evening Book Discussion Tuesday March 16 7:00 PM

Join us to discuss The Sweet Hereafter by Russell Banks.  Books available at the Parma Ridge Reference desk beginning February 16.  Register online, in person, or by calling 440-888-4300.

This discussion is part of a series celebrating the 75th anniversary of the Anisfield-Wolf Prize, a Clevealnd based award for books about racial and cultural diversity.

Tuesday Night Adult Book Discussion

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 7:00 PM - 8:00 PM

Registration: Monday, February 15, 2010 12:00 PM through Monday, March 15, 2010 12:00 PM

South Euclid - Lyndhurst Branch: Sun Porch

Reading Lolita in Tehran by Azar Nafisi

A breathtakingly beautiful story of a group of young women and their clandestine meetings to read and discuss forbidden works of Western literature, and of Azar Nafisi's experiences teaching English literature in Iran.  Nafisi's luminous tale offers a fascinating portrait of the Iran-Iraq war viewed from Tehran and gives us a rare glimpse, from the inside, of women's lives in revolutionary Iran. 

The book will be available at the Upper Level Circulation Desk on Feb. 16, 2010.

MEMORIES TO MEMOIRS

Tuesday, March 16, 2010 7:00 PM

North Olmsted Branch: Large Meeting Room

Join Cuyahoga County Public Library’s Genealogy Specialist, Joni Mihelich to discuss the importance of recording your personal and family history. Learn the tips and tools to turn your memories into memoirs!

 

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