Cleveland Public Library | Spring 2023 Adult Program Guide

PROGRAM GUIDE Adult

SPRING 2023

A guide to programs, classes & exhibits at Cleveland Public Library.

EXHIBITS

BRETT HALL ART INSTALLATION

Experience an immersive art installation by world-renowned artist Rebecca Louise Law.

Law’s artworks are created by preserving natural materials and reconfiguring them into otherworldly designs. Her most well-recognized artworks are comprised of thousands of flowers, individually sewn and suspended. Viewers are invited to navigate through them, discovering the diverse forms, colors, and textures of each specimen.

June 15, 2023 – June 30, 2024

Brett Hall, Main Library

JOE BALAZ: HAWAIIAN IN OHIO

Explore the artwork of Native Hawaiian and Ohio-resident poet, musician, and artist, Joe Balaz. Don’t miss Balaz’ visit to Main Library on Saturday, May 6 for an opportunity to enjoy Balaz’ poetry, including selections of his well-known work in Hawaiian Islands Pidgin (HIP), also formerly known as Hawaiʻi Creole English.

The performance is followed by a conversation with the poet and audience Q&A.

May 1 – 31

Main Library, Cleveland Digital Public Library, 3rd floor & International Languages, 4th floor

FEATURED EVENTS

SENIOR SHOWCASE

Connect to Safety and Wellness Resources

Thursday, March 23 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. at TWO locations

West Park Campus

3805 West 157th Street, Cleveland

Martin Luther King Jr. Branch

1962 Stokes Boulevard, Cleveland

Enjoy

Cleveland Humanities Festival 2023: Wellness

Navigating Family Secrets and Healing Intergenerational Trauma: A Reading and Conversation with Cassandra Lane

Cassandra Lane reads from her memoir

We Are Bridges, followed by a conversation with Dr. Michele Tracy Berger, Director of the Baker-Nord Center for the Humanities. We Are Bridges weaves the story of Lane’s great-grandfather’s lynching with the present day, imagining lives of her greatgrandparents. Her work encapsulates both the brutal inheritances of the past and the hope of Black futures to come.

The Cleveland Humanities Festival is a collaborative event celebrating the great cultural institutions of the city of Cleveland and Northeast Ohio which are dedicated to humanistic inquiry. The 2023 Cleveland Humanities Festival is presented with the generous support of Cuyahoga Arts and Culture.

Learn more and explore the full list of festival events at case.edu/artsci/chf/.

Tuesday, April 18 | 6:00 p.m.

Louis Stokes Wing, 2nd floor Learning Commons

cpl.org

The American Dream: Superheroes in Poetry

Experience the works of Langston Hughes and Julia de Burgos, performed by middle school students from the Cleveland Metropolitan School District and accompanied by soaring live music. This event is free and open to the public. The Mandel Opera & Humanities Festival: The American Dream is a series of moments and opportunities for discussion created for the greater Cleveland community as an endowment from the Jack, Joseph and Morton Mandel Foundation. The festival is headlined by concert performances of Puccini’s La Fancuiulla del West (The Girl of the Golden West) conducted by Music Director Franz Welser-Möst at Severance Music Center on May 14, 17 & 20. Visit clevelandorchestra.com/americandream for a full list of festival events and to reserve your tickets. Friday, May 19 | 12:00 p.m.

Main Library, Eastman Reading Garden

Sponsored by

Ride & Read

Wednesday, April 12 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m.

Windermere

All aboard the RTA! Grab a FREE book

Enjoy live music at Tower City

Sign-up for the Cleveland READS challenge!

West Park

Tower City

Learn more at clevelandreads.com

Get Your Game On with CPL PLAY!

Whether you’re a competitor, spectator, enthusiast, or a casual fan, there’s more for you at CPL PLAY.

FREE PLAY puts the focus on new gaming experiences from video games to board games. VERSUS PLAY is competitive gaming, live–streamed events, and E-sports coverage.

PLAY IN-PERSON

Saturday, March 18 | 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Louis Stokes Wing, 2nd floor

Saturday, April 29 | 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Louis Stokes Wing, 2nd floor

Saturday, May 13 | 10:00 a.m. – 5:30 p.m.

Rice

PLAY ONLINE

Live–streamed gaming and E-sports, discussions, tournaments, unboxings, panel discussions, and networking with a local and global community of gamers. twitch.tv/clevelandpubliclibrary

Thursdays | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Visit cpl.org/gaming for more information about CPL PLAY, a schedule of upcoming events, and updates from the CPL PLAY world. Have questions? Contact CPL PLAY at gaming@cpl.org.

Spring Concert Series 2023

Free and open to the public

New Soft Shoe

Saturday, April 15 | 2:00 p.m. 3rd Floor, Main Library

The New Soft Shoe is a Cleveland based band that covers the catalog of Cosmic American Music’s Gram Parsons.

Austin ‘Walkin’ Cane

Saturday, May 6 | 2:00 p.m.

3rd Floor, Main Library

Austin ‘Walkin’ Cane returns to Cleveland Public Library to bring the Delta Blues to the North Coast.

LIBRARY PROGRAMS & EVENTS

MARCH

ADDISON

Bingo Season

Socialization is the spice of life. Join us for an all-time favorite game of bingo designed to connect participants of all ages. You might even win a small prize!

Wednesday, March 15 | 2:00 p.m.

COLLINWOOD

Making Your Money Work for You

In collaboration with Community Wealth Partners, this financial Literacy workshop will allow participants to learn about effective budgeting, using practical money skills, want vs needs strategies, and much more.

Saturday, March 25 | 11:00 am – 1:00 p.m.

EAST 131st STREET

Financial Literacy & Wealth Building

This series of three monthly economic empowerment workshops covers the basics of credit building, buying a car, and home ownership.

Saturday, March 11 | 1:30 p.m.

FLEET

Picture Day

Bring your smiles and update your photo albums at our FREE photo session. Individuals and groups (up to 8 people) are welcome. Each individual or group may take two photos and choose one photo of which to receive a single, free print: 8x10 (1 Photo/ 1 sheet), 5x7 (2 photos/1 sheet), or wallet (8 photos/ 1 sheet).

Wednesday, March 22 | 1:00 p.m.

FULTON

LegalWorks at Cleveland Public Library

LegalWorks is a non-profit organization which provides legal consultation and assistance for qualified, low-income youth and adults in underserved communities. Registration is required.

Tuesdays | 12:30 – 3:30p.m.

Register at legalworksfulton.eventbrite.com

Breast Cancer Awareness

Healthcare professionals from University Hospitals share breast cancer information, resources, and tips for patients and for family and friends who want to support them.

Tuesday, March 7 | 2:00 p.m.

March Maker Madness Monday

It’s Maker Madness in the Clark Fulton Learning Lab. Take the Maker Challenge and set your creativity free. Your creation goes home with you and you just might win a prize if yours is the most original.

Monday, March 20 | 1:00 p.m.

GARDEN VALLEY

Chess Club 23

Learn the rudiments of chess and play a few games to improve and expand your skills.

Fridays, March 10, 17 & 24 | 3:00 p.m.

GLENVILLE

LegalWorks at Cleveland Public Library

LegalWorks is a non-profit organization which provides free legal consultation and assistance for qualified, low-income youth and adults in underserved communities. Registration is required.

Mondays | 12:00 – 3:30 p.m.

Register at legalworksglenville.eventbrite.com

Origami Hour

Create a world out of paper. Every Thursday, learn how to fold a piece of paper into a new masterpiece.

Thursdays | 11:00 a.m.

Tuesday Crafts

You are an artist! Spark your creativity with fun art and craft projects that anyone can learn and take home a masterpiece that only you can make.

Tuesdays | 11:00 a.m.

Brain Health

Learn about healthy aging, ways to promote brain health, and the eight pillars of brain health, presented by staff from the Cleveland Clinic Lou Ruvo Center for Brain Health.

Wednesday, March 22 | 12:00 p.m.

Duct Tape Universe

Create extraordinary objects from ordinary duct tape.

Monday, March 27 | 4:00 p.m.

JEFFERSON

Walkabout Tremont: Fantastic Fish Fries Stop in during Walkabout Tremont to learn tips and tricks from the best fish fries in the region. Vote for your favorite fish fry elements and help create dazzling fish art in the window.

Friday, March 10 | 5:00 p.m.

Legal Aid at the Library

Free, first come, first served advice and referral clinics for people with low-income who have civil legal issues (no criminal cases.) Attorneys are available for brief advice and referral only. Clinic attorneys do not represent you. If you need legal representation you may be referred to The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland or another service provider. Need help now? Legal Aid is open 24/7 online, taking intake applications at lasclev.org/contact. Questions?

Call 1-877-817-3777 or visit lasclev.org.

Saturday, March 11 | 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Beginning Acrylic Painting

Explore the basics of acrylic painting in a fun, lightly-facilitated atmosphere. All supplies will be provided (while they last.) Space is limited. Need more information? Call (216) 623-7004 or email jefferson.branch@cpl.org.

Saturday, March 11 | 2:00 p.m.

Tremont Think and Drink Book Club

Join us for an engaging book discussion while enjoying your favorite beverage at. This month’s great read is Lost & Found: A Memoir by Kathryn Schulz

Monday, March 13 | 7:00 p.m.

Lincoln Park Pub

2609 W 14th St, Cleveland, OH 44113

Plant Swap: Indoor and Out

Is it time to split your hosta? Do your daisies need a new home? What will you do with all those spider plant babies? Come to the library and you can swap or give away your excess flora.

Saturday, March 18 | 2:00 p.m.

Backyard Composting 101

Join Cuyahoga Recycles and learn how to start composting in your own backyard. Compost bins and equipment will be available for sale at the end of the workshop. Details on composting equipment can be found here: cuyahogarecycles.org/buy_a_compost_bin

Saturday, March 25 | 2:00 p.m.

MAIN LIBRARY

Chinese Basic Conversations & Reading

A free, 50-minute course in reading Chinese and learning basic conversations.

Saturdays, March 11 – 25 | 3:00 p.m.

Main Library, International Languages, 4th floor Register at cpl.libcal.com/event/9902597

Yoga Exercise

Free 50-minute Yoga exercise session for all ages.

Saturdays, March 11 – 25 | 4:10 p.m.

Main Library, International Languages, 4th floor Register at cpl.libcal.com/event/9902805

Genealogy Clinic

Informal sessions offer introduction to genealogy as well as research help from expert volunteers and Library staff. Beginners and more experienced family researchers are welcome. Contact the Center for Local and Global History at (216) 623-2864 or clgh@cpl.org for more information.

Saturday, March 18 | 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Louis Stokes Wing, Center for Local and Global History, 6th floor

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.

InnerCityTrades: Get Smart with Money

A series of free workshops that inspire generational wealth: InnerCityTrades helps families learn about stocks & long term investments. The program empowers youth & families with financial literacy tools, resources, and helps families start a stock portfolio.

Thursdays, March 2, 9, 16 & 30 | 4:00 p.m.

Club MLK: Line Dancing

Get your feet moving on the dance floor in this multi-generational line dancing program. No experience needed.

Thursdays | 5:00 p.m.

LIBRARY PROGRAMS & EVENTS

Seed Starting with OSU Master Gardeners

An OSU Master Gardener shares the steps for success with seed starting. Participants will learn about proper containers, planting, light, heat, how to set up an area at home, when to start, and how to water. Soil and peat pots will be provided by the library and an opportunity to check out seeds for The Seed Library will also be available.

Thursday, March 16 | 10:30 a.m.

Healthy Body & Healthy Mind: Helping Seniors Live Their Best Life

This FREE showcase event for seniors includes interactive workshops, an information fair, raffle prizes, giveaways, and free a lunch. Enjoy a day with neighbors and friends, take part in interactive workshops, and visit the information fair filled with resources and giveaways that will help you reach your goals for health in body and mind.

Thursday, March 23 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Register at HealthyMindHealthyBodyMLK.eventbrite.com

MEMORIAL-NOTTINGHAM

WOW Women Wednesdays (online)

This dynamic discussion series aims to inform, motivate, empower, and enlighten women of all generations to live with greater purpose. Topics for each week are as follows:

Flirting vs. Sexual Harassment

Wednesday, March 8 | 1:00 p.m.

Register at cpl.libcal.com/event/10052095

Budgeting and Credit

Wednesday, March 15 | 1:00 p.m.

Register at cpl.libcal.com/event/10052096

Sickle Cell Anemia

presented by University Hospitals

Wednesday, March 22 | 1:00 p.m.

Register at cpl.libcal.com/event/10052097

Yoga Fitness

This free, beginners’ yoga class will revitalize your body, relax your mind, and reduce stress with slow, gentle standing flows and floor poses that will also increase your strength and flexibility.

Saturday, March 18 | 1:00 p.m.

MT. PLEASANT

LegalWorks

LegalWorks is a non-profit organization which provides legal consultation and assistance for qualified, low-income youth and adults in underserved communities. Registration is required.

Wednesdays | 12:00 – 3:30p.m.

legalworksmtpleasant.eventbrite.com

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION LIBRARY

Lunchtime Knitting Circle

Join our gatherings for knitters and crocheters. Crafters of every skill level are welcome. Many of us support Warm Up Cleveland by crafting items such as hats, scarves, mittens, blankets, and baby items to help neighbors in need.

Wednesday, March 8 | 12:00 p.m.

Public Administration Library, City Hall, Room 100

RICE

Poem for Cleveland Workshops

Add your voice to the mosaic of Cleveland voices to tell the story of our city. Poem for Cleveland, an anthology of the works created from the project, will be published by Red Giant Press.

Saturday, March 18 | 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

ROCKPORT

No Pressure Book Club

Still haven’t finished that book? No problem! We still want to hear about it. Share with other readers what you are currently reading and add other exciting reads to your list.

Tuesday, March 14 | 1:00 p.m.

Rockport Immortal Poets Society (R.I.P.S.)

Seeking local poets to discuss famous poets and poetry including Walt Whitman (March 14), Robert Frost (April 4), Maya Angelou (April 18), and Allen Ginsberg (May 16), and to create new poetry to read, critique, and re-read.

Tuesday, March 14 | 4:45p.m.

SOUTH

Crafts To Go

Fire up your creativity every Saturday: pick up a free craft kit to go and enjoy some crafting time at home.

Saturdays | 5:00 p.m.

Tiny Art Show

Stop by and create your own, one-of-akind miniature masterpiece and display it for all to see at our Tiny Art Show.

Wednesday, March 8 | 4:30 p.m.

Family Coloring Day

Coloring books are not just for kids anymore, they are for everyone! Discover the relaxing benefits of coloring at the library. Bring the whole family. Coloring books and supplies will be provided, but participants are welcome to bring their own materials from home.

Saturdays, March 11 & 25 | 12:00 p.m.

Junk Journaling

Learn how to make a junk journal from scratch. This monthly series will build from one class to the next, but beginners are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Saturday, March 11 | 2:30 p.m.

Craft Café

Do you want to be inspired and get your creative spark ignited? Join us at the Craft Café to sample a new craft idea each month.

Wednesday, March 15 | 11:00 a.m.

SOUTH BROOKLYN

Knit Together

Do you enjoy knitting or are you interested in learning? Join our weekly knitting group. No experience needed and basic supplies are provided while they last.

Tuesdays | 2:00 p.m.

1st Annual Mini Con: A Fandom Series

Our free, family-friendly “convention” includes comics, films & TV, sci-fi, horror, fantasy, anime, gaming, and a great chance to show off your favorite cosplay, too. This is the place to be every Thursday in March.

Thursdays | 4:00 p.m.

UNION

Computer Basics for Adults & Seniors

Learn the basics of the using the computer, internet browsing, email essentials and more.

Saturdays, March 11 & 25 | 2:00 p.m.

Punch & Paint

Join us for a FREE art session featuring DIY paint -by-number creations. Supplies provided while they last.

Thursday, March 23 | 4:30 p.m.

How to Bury a Loved One: The Importance of Planning Ahead

Learn the necessary steps of preplanning final arrangements before a loss occurs.

Thursday, March 23 | 4:30 p.m.

WEST PARK

Free Tax Preparation Assistance

Free tax preparation assistance for seniors and low income individuals. Volunteers from AARP will be on hand to help file federal and state tax forms. Registration is required. Please call West Park Branch to reserve a time: (216) 623-7102. Participants are required to pick up a package of forms ahead of time to complete and bring to the appointment.

Fridays | 10:30 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Healthy Body & Healthy Mind: Helping Seniors Live Their Best Life

This showcase event for seniors includes interactive workshops, an information fair, raffle prizes, giveaways, and free a lunch. Enjoy a day with neighbors and friends, take part in interactive workshops, and visit the information fair filled with resources and giveaways that will help you reach your goals for health in body and mind.

Thursday, March 23 | 10:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Register at HealthyMindHealthyBodyWPK.eventbrite.com

LIBRARY PROGRAMS & EVENTS

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APRIL

ADDISON

Childcare Provider Lunch ‘n Learn (online)

Join us on Zoom for our monthly information session for home-based or center-based childcare providers. Learn about community resources for children and families as well as programs and services available at the Cleveland Public Library. This month’s session features The Cleveland Hearing and Speech Center.

Wednesday, April 5 | 1:00 p.m.

Register at cpl.libcal.com/event/9833315

Bingo Season

Socialization is the spice of life. Join us for an all-time favorite game of bingo designed to connect participants of all ages. You might even win a small prize!

Wednesday, April 12 | 2:00 p.m.

CARNEGIE WEST

Collage Creativity

Explore collage and mixed-media in this six-week series led by an experienced collage artist. Develop a story and tell it through collage, text tiles, mixed-media, photography, and more. Learn design basics, collage techniques, and develop a body of artwork that represents you. All art backgrounds and experience levels are welcome! Supplies included. Registration is required.  Saturdays, April 15 – May 11 | 11:00 a.m. Register at cpl.libcal.com/event/10293859

COLLINWOOD

What You Need to Know About Credit and Financing Big Purchases

In collaboration with Community Wealth Partners, learn about credit reports and how they affect financing options when buying appliances, a car, other big-ticket items, or when purchasing a home. Learn how to improve and manage your credit and avoid financial mistakes.

Saturday, April 22 | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

EAST 131st STREET

Financial Literacy & Wealth Building

This series of three monthly economic empowerment workshops covers the basics of credit building, buying a car, and home ownership.

Saturday, April 8 | 1:30p.m.

Open Mic Night

Celebrate National Poetry Month by sharing a favorite or original poem.

Tuesday, April 11 | 4:30 p.m.

FLEET

Herbs and Herbal Teas

Enjoy an exercise in mental health and wellbeing: listen to jazz and sip tea while painting a clay pot (while supplies last.) Then, plant some herb seeds from the Cleveland Seed Bank and place your pot in a sunny spot at home to watch them grow.

Thursdays, April 13 & 20 | 12:00 p.m.

FULTON

LegalWorks at Cleveland Public Library

LegalWorks is a non-profit organization which provides free legal consultation and assistance for qualified, low-income youth and adults in underserved communities. Registration is required.

Tuesdays from 12:30 – 3:30 p.m. Register at legalworksfulton.eventbrite.com

Colon Cancer Awareness

Professionals from University Hospitals share information, resources, facts and myths about colon cancer, including details regarding screening, prevention, treatment, and more.

Tuesday, April 18 | 2:00 p.m.

Duct Tape Universe

Create extraordinary objects from ordinary duct tape.

Tuesday, April 18 | 4:30 p.m.

GARDEN VALLEY

History of Cleveland

Learn about Cleveland’s history, the city’s first settlers, the 1812 battle of Lake Erie, and the city’s growth and expansion.

Wednesday, April 12 | 4:00 p.m.

GLENVILLE

LegalWorks at Cleveland Public Library

LegalWorks is a non-profit organization which provides free legal consultation and assistance for qualified, low-income youth and adults in underserved communities. Registration is required.

Mondays from 12:00 – 3:30 p.m. Register at legalworksglenville.eventbrite.com

Origami Hour

Create a world out of paper. Every Thursday, learn how to fold a piece of paper into a new masterpiece.

Thursdays | 11:00 a.m.

Snail Mail Club: LOLL

Rediscover the lost art of writing Laugh Out Loud Letters. Send a friend or family member a joke to cheer them up, or tell them a funny story about yourself. Create your own postcard, learn to fold your letters into fancy shapes, and use a real vintage typewriter.

Friday, April 7 | 3:30 p.m.

Glenville Spring Discussion: Birding

Join us for a discussion and introduction to the wonderful world of bird watching with local playwright and avid birder, Mike Geither.

Saturday, April 15 | 1:00 p.m.

HARVARD-LEE

Making Paracord Survival Bands

Parachute cord, or paracord, is a strong, yet thin and lightweight material, in which one strand can hold nearly 550 pounds! Make your own paracord survival band using this amazingly strong yet light material.

Tuesday, April 4 | 3:00 p.m.

Monthly Book Club

Join us the first Wednesday of every month to talk about what we’re reading and choose our next read.

Wednesday, April 5 | 4:00 p.m.

MC Stories: Cleveland & Northeast Ohio Hip-Hop, 1980-2000

Listen to music from Cleveland and Northeast Ohio’s hip-hop past. We’ll be spinning vinyl records, cassettes, and CDs all afternoon, including little-known and classic local tracks.

Thursday, April 27 | 4:30 p.m.

HOUGH

My Digital Life

Computer basics series for adults & seniors.

Thursdays, April 6 – 27 | 4:30 p.m.

Duct Tape Universe

Create extraordinary objects from ordinary duct tape.

Saturday, April 15 | 1:00 p.m.

JEFFERSON

Beginning Acrylic Painting

Explore the basics of acrylic painting in a fun, lightly-facilitated atmosphere. All supplies will be provided while they last, but space is limited.

Saturday, April 8 | 2:00 p.m.

Tremont Think and Drink Book Club

Enjoy your favorite beverage while discussing the following great read: In the Weeds: Around the World and Behind the Scenes With Anthony

Bourdain by Tom Vitale

Monday, April 10 | 7:00 p.m.

Lincoln Park Pub

2609 W 14th St, Cleveland, OH 44113

Walkabout Tremont: April Showers Bring Flowers

Stop in and make a few blossoms to brighten your evening.

Friday, April 14 | 5:00 p.m.

Swap a Skein

Do you need yarn or supplies to learn a new craft, teach others, spark your creativity, or to make items for charity? Do you want to trade your “old” stuff for something new to you? Do you have yarn or knit and crochet notions (needles, hooks, stitch markers, bags, etc.) that you no longer need? Clear out and make room for something new: bring items you’d like to set free along with a bag and get ready to shop and swap.

Saturday, April 22 | 2:00 p.m.

MAIN LIBRARY

Chinese Basic Conversations & Reading

Enjoy a free, 50-minute course in reading Chinese and learning basic conversations.

Saturdays | 3:00 p.m.

Main Library, International Languages, 4th floor Register at cpl.libcal.com/event/9902600

LIBRARY PROGRAMS & EVENTS

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Meet Local Author, John Ballom, Jr.

Yoga Exercise

Enjoy a free 50-minute Yoga exercise session for all ages.

Saturdays | 4:10 p.m.

Main Library, International Languages, 4th floor Register at cpl.libcal.com/event/9902808

Genealogy Clinic

Informal sessions offer introduction to genealogy as well as research help from expert volunteers and Library staff. Beginners and more experienced family researchers are welcome. Contact the Center for Local and Global History at (216) 623-2864 or clgh@cpl.org for more information.

45024 | 10:30 am – 2:00 p.m.

Louis Stokes Wing, Center for Local & Global History, 6th floor

MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR.

InnerCityTrades: Get Smart with Money

A series of free workshops that help build a path toward generational wealth: InnerCityTrades helps families learn about stocks & long term investments. The program empowers youth & families with financial literacy tools, resources, and helps families learn how to start a stock portfolio.

Thursdays, April 6, 13 & 20 | 4:00 p.m.

Celebrating Jackie Robinson

April 15 is Jackie Robinson Day. Take an in-depth, multimedia look at the man and his accomplishments in breaking Major League Baseball’s color barrier.

Wednesday, April 12 | 4:00 p.m.

Duct Tape Universe

Create extraordinary objects from ordinary duct tape.

Thursday, April 13 | 4:30 p.m.

Photo Memoirs, Poetry Style

April is National Poetry Month. Write a short poem based on a personal picture and share!

Wednesday, April 26 | 4:00 p.m.

The author visits to discuss and read from his new book, But It Don’t Feel OK! John’s book is an attempt to consciously bring awareness to the effects that domestic violence has on children, while encouraging children to freely speak out about the fear, pain and helplessness they experience in relation to domestic violence.

Saturday, April 29 | 1:00 p.m.

MEMORIAL-NOTTINGHAM

Spring In Your Step Walking Club

Get on your feet and experience the beautiful scenery Memorial-Nottingham has to offer while you stay active and connect with your community.

Thursdays | 5:30 p.m.

Legal Aid at the Library

Free, first come, first served advice and referral clinics for people with low-income who have civil legal issues (no criminal cases.) Attorneys are available for brief advice and referral only. Clinic attorneys do not represent you. If you need legal representation you may be referred to The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland or another service provider. Need help now? Legal Aid is open 24/7 online, taking intake applications at lasclev.org/contact. Questions? Call 1-877-817-3777 or visit lasclev.org.

Saturday, April 15 | 10:00 – 11:00 a.m.

Poem for Cleveland Workshops

Add your voice to the mosaic of Cleveland voices to tell the story of our city. Poem for Cleveland, an anthology of the works created from the project, will be published by Red Giant Press.

Saturday, April 15 | 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

MT. PLEASANT LegalWorks

LegalWorks is a non-profit organization which provides legal consultation and assistance for qualified, low-income youth and adults in underserved communities. Registration is required.

Wednesdays | 12:00 – 3:30 p.m.

Register at legalworksmtpleasant.eventbrite.

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION LIBRARY

Lunchtime Knitting Circle

Join our gatherings for knitters and crocheters. Crafters of every skill level are welcome. Many of us support Warm Up Cleveland by crafting items such as hats, scarves, mittens, blankets, and baby items.

Wednesday, April 12 | 12:00 p.m.

Public Administration Library, City Hall, Room 100

ROCKPORT

Rockport Immortal Poets Society (R.I.P.S.)

Seeking local poets to discuss famous poets and poetry including Walt Whitman (March 14), Robert Frost (April 4), Maya Angelou (April 18), and Allen Ginsberg (May 16), and to create new poetry to read, critique, and re-read.

Tuesdays, April 4 & 18 | 4:30 p.m.

Creativity Hour

Gather with other creative minds to work on your projects, share ideas, and gather inspiration.

Wednesday, April 5 | 1:00 p.m.

Write for the Job You Want

Tips and tricks for creating a resume and cover letter to help you land the job you want.

Wednesday, April 12 | 1:00 p.m.

No Pressure Book Club

Still haven’t finished that book? No problem. Share with other readers what you are currently reading and add some new and exciting reads to your list.

Tuesday, April 18 | 1:00 p.m.

Earth Day Planter Boxes

Cut and assemble a planter box using the Glowforge laser cutter/engraver.

Friday, April 21 | 4:00 p.m.

Seedy Saturday

Share your green thumb magic with other gardeners. Exchange extra seeds and share insider tips to help plants thrive.

Saturday, April 22 | 1:00 p.m.

SOUTH Crafts To Go

Fire up your creativity every Saturday. Pick up a free craft kit to go and enjoy some crafting time at home.

Saturdays | 5:00 p.m.

South Studio Orientation

Become a patron of the South Sound Booth and use our audio, video, and streaming capabilities. This orientation teaches the policies and basics you need to start learning and using the equipment.

Wednesday, April 5 | 4:30 p.m.

Family Coloring Day

Coloring books are not just for kids anymore, they are for everyone! Join us in discovering the relaxing benefits of coloring at the library. Coloring books and supplies will be provided (while they last), but participants are welcome to bring their own materials from home.

Saturdays, April 8 & 22 | 12:00 p.m.

Junk Journaling

Learn how to make a junk journal from scratch. This series will build from one class to the next. Beginners are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Saturday, April 8 | 2:30 p.m.

Making Paracord Survival Bands

Parachute cord, or paracord, is a strong, yet thin and lightweight material, in which one strand can hold nearly 550 pounds. Make your own paracord survival band using this amazingly strong yet light material.

Wednesday, April 12 | 2:30 p.m.

Tiny Art Show

Stop by and create your own, one-of-akind miniature masterpiece and display it for all to see at our Tiny Art Show.

Wednesday, April 12 | 4:30 p.m.

Craft Café

Do you want to be inspired and get your creative spark ignited? Join us at the Craft Café to sample a new craft idea each month.

Wednesday, April 19 | 11:00 a.m.

Earth Day Seed Planting

Get outside and enjoy our beautiful planet this Earth Day. Come celebrate with us and join in a variety of activities to honor and celebrate our planet.

Saturday, April 22

LIBRARY PROGRAMS & EVENTS

(Continued)

SOUTH BROOKLYN

Knit Together

Do you enjoy knitting or are you interested in learning?

Join our weekly knitting group. No experience needed and basic supplies are provided (while they last.)

Tuesdays | 2:00 p.m.

Craft and Company

Join us for a new craft each month along with the company of fellow crafters.

Thursday, April 20 | 5:00 p.m.

Genealogy at CPL

Genealogy is a hobby for some and an obsession for others. Researching family history creates opportunities for exciting historical discoveries and the preservation of family legacies. If you are not sure how to get started or where to look for information, this class will provide instruction on basic genealogy research methods and information resources available from the Cleveland Public Library and other local sources.

Saturday, April 22 | 11:00 a.m.

UNION

Computer Basics for Adults & Seniors

Learn the basics of the using the computer, internet browsing, email essentials and more.

Saturdays, April 8 & 22 | 2:00 p.m.

Punch & Paint

Join us for punch and DIY paint-by-number creations. Supplies provided while they last.

Tuesday, April 18 | 4:30 p.m.

WEST PARK

Blackout Poetry

Join us during the entire month of April for impromptu blackout poetry. Grab supplies at the front desk and add your poem to our collage. April 1 – 29

MAY

ADDISON

Childcare Provider Lunch ‘n Learn (online)

A monthly information session (via Zoom) for home-based or center-based childcare providers. Learn about community resources for children and families as well as programs and services available at the Cleveland Public Library. This month’s session features Cleveland Metroparks.

Wednesday, May 3 | 1:00 p.m.

Register at cpl.libcal.com/event/9833317

Bingo Season

Socialization is the spice of life. Join us for an all-time favorite game of bingo geared to connect participants of all ages. You might even win a small prize!

Wednesday, May 10 | 2:00 p.m.

CARNEGIE WEST Collage Creativity

Explore collage and mixed-media in this six-week series led by an experienced collage artist. Develop a story and tell it through collage, text tiles, mixed-media, photography, and more. Learn design basics, collage techniques, and develop a body of artwork that represents you. All art backgrounds and experience levels are welcome! Supplies included. Registration is required.

Saturdays, April 15 – May 20 | 11:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.

Register at cpl.libcal.com/event/10293859

COLLINWOOD

What You Need to Know About Credit and Financing Big Purchases

In collaboration with Community Wealth Partners, participants will learn about credit reports and how they affect financing options when buying appliances, a car, or other big-ticket item or when purchasing a home. Learn how to improve and manage your credit and avoid financial mistakes.

Saturday, April 22 | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

EAST 131st STREET

Financial Literacy & Wealth Building

This series of three monthly economic empowerment workshops covers the basics of credit building, buying a car, and home ownership.

Saturday, May 13 | 1:30 p.m.

Making Paracord Survival Bands

Parachute cord, or paracord, is a strong, yet thin and lightweight material, in which one strand can hold nearly 550 pounds. Make your own paracord survival band using this amazingly strong yet light material.

Monday, May 15 | 4:30 p.m.

FULTON

LegalWorks at Cleveland Public Library

LegalWorks is a non-profit organization which provides free legal consultation and assistance for qualified, low-income youth and adults in underserved communities. Registration is required.

Tuesdays | 12:30 – 3:30 p.m.

Register at legalworksfulton.eventbrite.com

UpCycle Art

Get crafty with UpCycle Parts Shop: they’ll show you how to turn everyday, recyclable items into new spring decor masterpieces for your home, office, or as a gift for someone special.

Fridays, May 12 & 26 | 4:00 p.m.

Design and Plant

Design and personalize your very own flowerpot, then plant some marigolds and watch them grow and blossom all summer long. (while supplies last)

Monday, May 15 | 4:00 p.m.

GARDEN VALLEY

Moments In Time

Lets stroll down memory lane with music and unforgettable moments from days gone by. Share your experiences and your memories of Cleveland of yesteryear.

Friday, May 26 | 1:00 p.m.

GLENVILLE

LegalWorks at Cleveland Public Library

LegalWorks is a non-profit organization which provides legal consultation and assistance for qualified, low-income youth and adults in underserved communities. Registration is required.

Mondays from 12:00 – 3:30 p.m.

Register at legalworksglenville.eventbrite.com

Origami Hour

Create a world out of paper. Every Thursday, learn how to fold a piece of paper into a new masterpiece.

Thursdays | 11:00 a.m.

Snail Mail Club: Pressed

Rediscover the lost art of letter writing. Learn to press and preserve flowers to send to friends and family. Create your own postcards, learn to fold your letters into fancy shapes and use a real vintage typewriter.

Friday, May 5 | 3:30 p.m.

HARVARD-LEE

Monthly Book Club

Join us the first Wednesday of every month to talk about what we’re reading and choose our next read.

Wednesday, May 3 | 4:00 p.m.

JEFFERSON

My Digital Life

Computer basics for adults and seniors.

Saturdays, May 6 – 27 | 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 p.m.

Tremont Think and Drink Book Club

Enjoy your favorite beverage while discussing the following great read: The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts by Gary Chapman

Monday, May 8 | 7:00 p.m.

Lincoln Park Pub 2609 W 14th St, Cleveland, OH 44113

Walkabout Tremont: It’s Spring Walkabout Tremont is back! Let’s create chalk art to celebrate springtime.

Friday, May 12 | 5:00 p.m.

Beginning Acrylic Painting

Gather with neighbors and library staff to explore the basics of acrylic painting in a fun, lightly-facilitated atmosphere. All supplies will be provided and space is limited. Need more information? Call (216) 623-7004 or email jefferson.branch@cpl.org.

Saturday, May 20 | 2:00 p.m.

MAIN LIBRARY

Chinese Basic Conversations & Reading

Enjoy a free, 50-minute course in reading Chinese and learning basic conversations.

Saturdays | 3:00 p.m.

Main Library, International Languages, 4th floor Register at cpl.libcal.com/event/9902605

LIBRARY PROGRAMS & EVENTS

Yoga Exercise

Enjoy a free 50-minute yoga session.

Saturdays | 4:10 p.m.

Main Library, International Languages, 4th floor Register at cpl.libcal.com/event/9902813

Music at Main: Austin ‘Walkin’ Cane

Austin ‘Walkin’ Cane returns to Cleveland Public Library to bring the Delta Blues to the North Coast.

Saturday, May 6 | 2:00 p.m.

Main Library, Fine Arts, 3rd floor

Hawaiian in Ohio

Native Hawaiian and Ohio-resident poet/musician/ artist Joe Balaz for a presents “Hawaiian in Ohio: A Celebration of ‘Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander and Asian American Heritage Month’,” featuring a variety of Balaz’s retrospective and recent artwork, music, and poetry–including selections of his well-known work in Hawaiian Islands Pidgin (HIP), followed by a conversation and audience Q&A. Don’t miss the exhibits of Balaz’s artwork on the 3rd and 4th floor.

Saturday, May 6 | 3:30 p.m.

Main Library, Literature, 2nd floor

Genealogy Clinic

Informal sessions offering introduction to genealogy as well as research help from expert volunteers and Library staff. Beginners and more experienced family researchers are welcome. Contact the Center for Local and Global History at (216) 623-2864 or clgh@cpl.org for more information.

Saturday, May 13 | 10:30 a.m. – 2:00 p.m. Louis Stokes Wing, 6th floor

MEMORIAL-NOTTINGHAM

Spring In Your Step Walking Club

Get on your feet and experience the beautiful scenery at Memorial-Nottingham has to offer while you keep yourself active and connect with your community.

Thursdays | 5:30 p.m.

Poem for Cleveland Workshops

Add your voice to the mosaic of Cleveland voices to tell the story of our city. Poem for Cleveland, an anthology of the works created from the project, will be published by Red Giant Press.

Saturday, May 20 | 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

MT. PLEASANT

LegalWorks at Cleveland Public Library

LegalWorks is a non-profit organization which provides legal consultation and assistance for qualified, low-income youth and adults in underserved communities. Registration is required.

Wednesdays | 12:00 – 3:30 p.m.

Register at legalworksmtpleasant.eventbrite.com

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION LIBRARY

Lunchtime Knitting Circle

Join our gatherings for knitters and crocheters. Crafters of every skill level are welcome. Many of us support Warm Up Cleveland by crafting items such as hats, scarves, mittens, blankets, and baby items.

Wednesday, May 10 | 12:00 p.m.

Public Administration Library, City Hall, Room 100

ROCKPORT

Creativity Hour

Gather with other creative minds to work on your projects, share ideas, and gather inspiration.

Wednesday, May 3 | 1:00 p.m.

May the 4th Be with You: Star Wars Day

Celebrate May the 4th and all things Star Wars. Drop in for some themed activities for the whole family.

Thursday, May 4

Rockport Immortal Poets Society

Seeking local poets to discuss famous poets and poetry including Walt Whitman (March 14), Robert Frost (April 4), Maya Angelou (April 18), and Allen Ginsberg (May 16), and to create new poetry to read, critique, and re-read.

Thursday, May 16 | 4:45 p.m.

SOUTH

Mother’s Day Cutting Board

Come draw a picture for your Mom, Grandma, Aunt, or another special person in your life, and we will use our Glowforge laser printer to etch it on a cutting board.

Thursday, May 1 | 4:30 p.m.

South Studio Orientation

Become a patron of the South Sound Booth and use our audio, video, and streaming capabilities. This orientation teaches the policies and basics to start learning and using the equipment.

Wednesday, May 3 | 4:30 p.m.

Family Coloring Day

Coloring books are not just for kids anymore, they are for everyone! Coloring books and supplies will be provided while they last, but participants are welcome to bring their own materials from home.

Saturdays, May 6 & 20 | 12:00 p.m.

Junk Journaling

Learn how to make a junk journal from scratch. This series builds from one class to the next. Beginners are welcome and encouraged to attend.

Saturday, May 6 | 2:30 p.m.

Crafts To Go

Fire up your creativity every Saturday. Pick up a free craft kit to go and enjoy some crafting time at home.

Saturday, May 6

Craft Café

Do you want to be inspired and get your creative spark ignited? Sample a new craft idea each month.

Wednesday, May | 11:00 a.m.

SOUTH BROOKLYN

Knit Together

Do you enjoy knitting or are you interested in learning? Join our weekly knitting group. No experience is needed and basic supplies are provided while they last.

Tuesdays | 2:00 p.m.

Crafts and Company

Join us for a new craft each month along with the company of fellow crafters.

Thursday, May 18 | 5:00 p.m.

Young Adult Opportunities: Live Enrollment Event

Youth Opportunities Unlimited’s Young Adult Opportunities Program helps young adults ages 18-24 find a career they love through FREE credential training, paid work experiences, and job readiness training courses for careers including construction, customer care, informational technology, or State Tested Nurse Assistant (STNA).

Wednesday, May 24 | 11:00 a.m.

UNION

Computer Basics for Adults & Seniors

Learn the basics of the using the computer, internet browsing, email essentials, and more.

Saturdays, May 6 & 20 | 2:00 p.m.

Punch & Paint

Join us for punch and DIY paint-by-number creations. Supplies provided while they last.

Tuesday, May 16 | 4:30 p.m.

Planting Flowers

Help us beautify your neighborhood as we plant the gardens on the library’s front lawn.

Thursday, May 18 | 3:30 p.m.

WEST PARK

Paint Cleveland History

Join us for a “paint and sip” style event. We’ll paint an iconic Cleveland image from the Library’s Photograph Collection and learn more about it while we make our creations. All supplies are provided free of charge (while they last.) Space is limited. Registration is required. Call (216) 623-7102 for more information.

Monday, May 8 | 5:00 p.m.

Register at cpl.libcal.com/event/9904301

OHIO CENTER FOR THE BOOK

The Ohio Center for the Book @ Cleveland Public Library (OCFB) is dedicated to promoting and celebrating books, reading, literacy, and libraries to Ohio’s citizens and the book community at-large.

We are the designated Ohio Affiliate of The Center for the Book at the Library of Congress and are part of a network of Centers for the Book across the country. OCFB also maintains a growing circulating collection of fiction and non-fiction books written by Ohio authors housed in the Literature Department at the Cleveland Public Library. Stay up to date with OCFB at ohiocenterforthebook.org.

SPECIAL EVENT

A Poem for Cleveland Workshops

Add your voice to the mosaic of Cleveland voices to tell the story of our city. Cleveland Heights Poet Laureate, Ray McNiece, leads monthly intergenerational and multicultural poetry workshops that pair youth poets with community elders aged 50 and older. Prompts created by youth poets jumpstart the conversation, resulting in poems that serve as a bridge between cultures, generations, and neighborhoods. Don’t miss the July 2023 intergenerational reading and celebration at Cleveland Public Library’s Main Library Auditorium, sponsored by the Ohio Center for the Book and Heights Arts.

Poem for Cleveland, an anthology of the works created from the project, will be published by Red Giant Press. This project is made possible by the Academy of American Poets with funds from the Mellon Foundation.

Main Library Campus

Literature, 2nd floor

Saturdays, April 1 & May 6

10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

Memorial Nottingham

Saturdays, April 15 & May 20 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

Rice Branch

Saturday, March 18 10:30 a.m. – 12:00 p.m.

West Park

Saturdays, April 8 & May 13 10:30 a.m. - 12:00 p.m.

PAGE COUNT

Ohio Center for the Book at CLEVELAND PUBLIC LIBRARY

BOOK DISCUSSIONS

Tremont Think & Drink Book Club

Join us for an engaging book discussion while enjoying your favorite beverage. We’ll discuss the following great reads:

Lost & Found: A Memoir by Kathryn Schulz

Monday, March 13 | 7:00 p.m.

In the Weeds: Around the World and Behind the Scenes With Anthony Bourdain by Tom Vitale

Monday, April 10 | 7:00 p.m.

Page Count

The 5 Love Languages: The Secret to Love That Lasts by Gary Chapman

Monday, May 8 | 7:00 p.m.

Lincoln Park Pub

2609 W 14th St, Cleveland, OH 44113

An interview-format podcast featuring authors, librarians, booksellers, illustrators, publishing professionals, and literary advocates in and from the state of Ohio.

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More Info: ohiocenterforthebook.org

Read Ohio

Join the discussion of Alison Stine’s visionary novel, Trashlands. For more details, visit ohiocenterforthebook.org

Saturday, May 20 | 3:30 p.m. Main Library, Literature, 2nd floor

BOOK CLUBS

No Pressure Book Club

Still haven’t finished that book, no problem! We still want to hear about it; Share with other readers what you are currently reading and other exciting reads added to your list.

Tuesdays, March 14, April 18 & May 16 | 1:00 p.m. Rockport

GET GRAPHIC! BOOK CLUB

Grab your favorite drink and pull up a seat for our graphic novel book discussions.

Anisfield-Wolf Award Book Club

The Ohio Center for the Book in collaboration with Ursuline College is sponsoring discussions of Anisfield-Wolf Book Award-winning memoirs this spring. Dr. Valentino Zullo, Postdoctoral Fellow in English and the Public Humanities at Ursuline College, will lead the conversations. No registration required.

Memorial Drive: A Daughter’s Memoir by Natasha Trethewey (2021 Anisfield-Wolf Award Winner)

Tuesday, March 14 | 6:30 p.m.

Acting Class by Nick Drnaso

Thursday, March 2 | 6:30 p.m.

Keeping Two by Jordan Crane

Thursday, April 6 | 6:30 p.m.

Time Zone J by Julie Doucet

Thursday, May 4 | 6:30 p.m.

Rising Star Roastery located at 3617 Walton Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113

Coffee and Comics

Pour a cup of coffee and learn from local comics artists who explain the process of creating your own comics, help you refine your sequential art skills, and share valuable insider information on the comics industry.

Saturdays, April 6 & 22 | 10:00 a.m.

Rising Star Roastery located at 3617 Walton Ave., Cleveland, OH 44113

Paula by Isabel Allende (2017 Award Winner)

Tuesday, April 11 | 6:30 p.m.

Dust Tracks on a Road: An Autobiography on a Road by Zora Neale Hurston (1943 Award Winner)

Tuesday, May 9 | 6:30 p.m.

Bookhouse Brewing

1526 W 25th St, Cleveland, OH 44113

NATIONAL POETRY MONTH

April is National Poetry Month. Celebrate with readings, open mics, and more.

Virtual Poetry Reading with Kari Gunter-Seymour

Join us on Zoom to celebrate National Poetry Month with a virtual poetry reading by Ohio poet laureate Kari Gunter-Seymour.

Saturday, April 29 | 1:00 p.m. Register at ohiocenterforthebook.org

Hawaiian in Ohio

The Ohio Center for the Book hosts Native Hawaiian and Ohio-resident poet, musician, and artist, Joe Balaz, for a performance of Hawaiian in Ohio: A Celebration of Native Hawaiian/Pacific Islander and Asian American Heritage Month, featuring a variety of Balaz’s retrospective and recent artwork, music, and poetry, including selections of his well-known work in Hawaiian Islands Pidgin (HIP), also formerly known as Hawaiʻi Creole English. The performance, is followed by a conversation and audience Q&A. Throughout May 2023, visit exhibits of Balaz’s artwork on display at in the Digital Library and International Languages Department.

Saturday, May 6 | 3:30 p.m.

Main Library, Literature, 2nd floor

Reading is Aloud: Ohio Poets

We’re celebrating Ohio Poetry Day by reading aloud selected works by Ohio poets. For more details, visit ohiocenterforthebook.org.

Tuesday, March 21 | 12:00 p.m.

Main Library, Literature, 2nd floor

Open Mic Poetry

Come share or listen to original works of poetry as we celebrate National Poetry Month with a special guest poet Cardell Belfoure, formerly with the ID13 Prison Literacy Project. For more details, visit ohiocenterforthebook.org.

Saturday, April 8 | 1:00 p.m.

Main Library, Literature, 2nd floor

Open Mic Night

Step up to the mic and share a favorite poem or your original work of verse.

Tuesday, April 11 | 4:30 p.m.

East 131st Street

Rockport Immortal Poets Society (R.I.P.S.)

Seeking local poets to discuss famous poets and poetry including Walt Whitman (March 14), Robert Frost (April 4), Maya Angelou (April 18), and Allen Ginsberg (May 16), and to create new poetry to read, critique, and re-read.

Tuesdays, March 14, April 4 & 18, and May 16 4:45 p.m.

Rockport

Blackout Poetry

Join us the entire month of April for impromptu blackout poetry. Grab supplies at the front desk and add your poem to our collage.

April 1 – 30

West Park

Poem In My Pocket

We’re playing with words and poetry. Reading aloud from Kenn Nesbitt’s hilarious and silly poems will inspire us to write poems of our own to keep in our pocket and share with friends and family.

Monday, April 24 | 4:00 p.m.

Fulton

AskCPL

Get the answers and research help you need. Visit cpl.org and click the AskCPL logo to submit a question or visit answers.cpl.org to browse frequently asked questions and a selection of useful information.

Computer Classes

Main Library, Louis Stokes Wing classes noted in blue. Branch classes noted in black.

Main Library, Louis Stokes Wing classes noted in blue. Branch classes noted in black.

Main Library, Louis Stokes Wing classes noted in blue. Branch classes noted in black.

Location Key:

MAIN LIBRARY, LOUIS STOKES WING

Conference Room C, 2nd floor

6th floor

GENEALOGY CLINICS

Informal sessions offer help from expert volunteers and Library staff. For beginners: volunteers provide informal instruction in starting your family history/genealogy. For more advanced researchers: volunteers and library staff draw on their extensive experience to help you answer your genealogy questions and plan strategies to move your research forward. Beginners are encouraged to arrive by 10:45 to take advantage of group instruction for beginners. All others may arrive at any time between 10:30 a.m. and 1:30 p.m..

Contact The Center for Local and Global History at (216) 623-2864 or clgh@cpl.org with any questions. Saturdays, March 18, April 8 & May 13 10:30 am – 2:00 p.m.

Main Library – Downtown

BRANCH LOCATIONS

THE SEED LIBRARY

In collaboration with the Cleveland Seed Bank, the Seed Library at Cleveland Public Library strive to preserve biodiversity and to promote local, heirloom varieties of plants. The Seed Library allows you to “check out” a packet of heirloom seeds, grow your own heritage vegetables or flowers, save seeds from the best plants, and then lend them to a friend or neighbor, participate in a “seed swap,” or use them yourself next year. Visit cpl.org/healthy-cleveland/the-seed-library/ for more information.

Carnegie West, Fleet, Fulton, Glenville, Hough, Louis Stokes Wing (3rd floor), Martin Luther King, Jr., Memorial-Nottingham, Rice, South Brooklyn, West Park and the Book Boxes at Edgewater Beach and Wade Oval Wednesdays

LEGAL AID AT THE LIBRARY

Have a legal question? Need to chat with an attorney about a problem related to money, housing, family, employment or other issues? Stop by a Legal Aid Brief Advice and Referral Clinic.

All clinics are first come, first served free advice and referral events for people with low-income who have civil legal issues. Please bring all relevant paperwork with you. Attorneys are available for brief advice and referral only. Advice clinic attorneys do NOT represent you. If you need legal representation you may be referred to The Legal Aid Society of Cleveland or another service provider.

Need help now? Legal Aid is open 24/7 online, taking intake applications at lasclev.org/contact. Questions? Call 1 (877) 817-3777 or visit lasclev.org

Saturday, March 11 | 10:00 a.m.

Jefferson

Saturday, April 15 | 10:00 a.m.

Memorial-Nottingham

Saturday, May 13 | 10:00 a.m.

West Park

LEGALWORKS

LegalWorks provides legal consultation and assistance for qualified, low-income youth and adults in underserved communities. Areas of assistance include, but not limited to:

• Expungements

• Sealing Records

• Certificates of Qualified Employment

• Clearing Outstanding Warrants

• Restoring Driving Privileges Service

Service is provided by appointment at three library locations. Registration is required. More info: legalworksneo.org

Mondays, 12:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Glenville Register at legalworksglenville.eventbrite.com

Tuesdays, 12:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Fulton Register at legalworksfulton.eventbrite.com

Wednesdays, 12:00 p.m. - 3:30 p.m. | Mount Pleasant Register at legalworksmtpleasant.eventbrite.com

Housing Court Partnership

South Branch

A computer kiosk is available for patrons who need to appear before Cleveland Housing Court. Allowing security and convenience to those facing eviction or other hearings.

Additional kiosks will be located at Carnegie West, Glenville, and Mt. Pleasant. These kiosks are funded by a grant from the Ohio Supreme Court. Through this partnership, the Library seeks to expand access to services that Clevelanders need and to help bridge the digital divide.

Visit clevelandmunicipalcourt.org/housingcourt for more information

FREE FAMILY MEALS

A variety of FREE meal packages are available at neighborhood branches through a partnership with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. Contact your neighborhood branch for details, times, and availability.

Kids’ Café

Nutritious after-school meals for kids and teens, ages 18 and under. All branches and Youth Services, Main Library, 4th floor

Backpack Meals

Available at select locations: a two-day supply of meals, including two breakfasts, two entrees, and two snacks, for youth ages 18 and under.

JOB AND CAREER RESOURCES

Discover a wide range of job, career, and entrepreneurship information online at the library. Visit cpl.org/services/career-development today for help in searching for a job or in taking the next steps in your job, career, or entrepreneurial journey.

CLEVELAND DIGITAL PUBLIC LIBRARY

Scan and digitize your personal, business, or community group photos, collections, or historical documents. Use our free high-resolution equipment and take advantage of expert assistance if you need it. Call or email (216) 623-2813 or digitization@cpl.org for more information.

BOOKS BY MAIL

Can’t make it to the Library? Let us bring the Library to you. Cleveland Public Library users may receive their favorite books and movies at home by mail. Several programs are available:

Homebound Service is available for eligible seniors and people with disabilities.

Words on Wheels is a FREE service is available to adult residents of the Cleveland Metropolitan School District, which includes Cleveland, Bratenahl, Newburgh Heights, and Linndale. For more information on Homebound Service and Words on Wheels, visit cpl.org/books-by-mail.

INTERLIBRARY LOAN

Patrons may borrow books or microfilm and order photocopies of journal articles that are not available through our subscription databases or the regional CLEVNET library system. Some restrictions apply. For more information email interlibrary.loan1@cpl.org or call (216) 623-2901.

OHIO LIBRARY FOR THE BLIND AND PRINT DISABLED

The Ohio Library for the Blind and Print Disabled provides free library services of braille and audio materials for kids, teens, and adults. Eligible borrowers in the State of Ohio may request and receive materials by postage-free mail. For more information, contact OLBPD at OLBPD@cpl.org or call (216) 623-2911 or (800) 362-1262

LIBRARY CARDS

Library cards are available to adults, children, and teens who reside, work, or attend an educational institution in the State of Ohio.

NEW!

Bar-coded Cleveland Metropolitan School District student IDs and RTA passes now double as Cleveland Public Library cards, allowing students to check out books and access other library materials and resources.

Special Scholar Success Library Cards are available to young people age 17 and under.

eCards are available for access to electronic resources such as ebooks, emedia, research databases, etc. Apply online at cpl.org.

Educator Cards are available to teachers in schools or licensed childcare centers.

Apply for a library card, eCard, or educator card at any Cleveland Public Library location or online at cpl.org

Visit cpl.org/aboutthelibrary/using thelibrary/library-cards for more information.

And, don’t forget…Cleveland Public Library is fine free. There are no late fees for items returned a bit late, so read on!

Library Locations

MAIN LIBRARY • 325 Superior Ave. • (216) 623-2800

LOUIS STOKES WING • 525 Superior Ave.

PUBLIC ADMINISTRATION LIBRARY (IN CITY HALL) 601 Lakeside Ave. Room 100 • (216) 623-2919

1 ADDISON 6901 Superior Ave. (216) 623-6906

2 BROOKLYN* 3706 Pearl Rd. (216) 623-6920

3 CARNEGIE WEST 1900 Fulton Rd. (216) 623-6927

4 COLLINWOOD 856 East 152nd St. (216) 623-6934

5 EAST 131ST STREET 3830 East 131st St. (216) 623-6941

6 EASTMAN* 11602 Lorain Ave. (216) 623-6955

7 FLEET 7224 Broadway Ave. (216) 623-6962

8 FULTON 3545 Fulton Rd. (216) 623-6969

9 GARDEN VALLEY 7201 Kinsman Rd., Suite 101 (216) 623-6976

10 GLENVILLE 11900 St. Clair Ave. (216) 623-6983

11 HARVARD-LEE 16918 Harvard Ave. (216) 623-6990

12 HOUGH 6530 Lexington Ave. (216) 623-6997

13 JEFFERSON 850 Jefferson Ave. (216) 623-7004

14 LANGSTON HUGHES 10200 Superior Ave. (216) 623-6975

15 LORAIN* 8216 Lorain Ave. (216) 623-7011

16 MARTIN LUTHER KING, JR. 1962 Stokes Blvd. (216) 623-7018

17 MEMORIALNOTTINGHAM 17109 Lake Shore Blvd. (216) 623-7039

OHIO LIBRARY FOR THE BLIND AND PRINT DISABLED (OLBPD) 17121 Lake Shore Blvd. (216) 623-2911

18 MT. PLEASANT 14000 Kinsman Rd. (216) 623–7032

19 RICE 11535 Shaker Blvd. (216) 623-7046

20 ROCKPORT 4421 West 140th St. (216) 623-7053

21 SOUTH 3096 Scranton Rd. (216) 623-7060

22 SOUTH BROOKLYN 4303 Pearl Rd. (216) 623-7067

23 STERLING 2200 East 30th St. (216) 623-7074

24 UNION 3463 East 93rd St. (216) 623-7088

25 WALZ* 7910 Detroit Ave. (216) 623-7095

26 WEST PARK 3805 West 157th St. (216) 623-7102

27 WOODLAND* 5806 Woodland Ave. (216) 623-7109

*TEMPORARILY CLOSED