Here are the programs for September 2018 at the Southeast Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library, located at 79 Columbus Road, Bedford, Ohio 44146. For more information, or to register for any program, please call 440.439.4997.
—GED CLASSES—
GED/HSE Classes
Mondays & Tuesdays / 7:00 – 8:30 pm
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED/HSE (High School Equivalency) classes at the Cuyahoga County Public Library. Students must attend an orientation session before beginning classes. For orientation and class information, please call 1.833.ASPIRE2 or visit aspiregreatercleveland.org This class will be led by Aspire Greater Cleveland. Registration Required
—HOMEWORK HELP—
Homework Center
Monday-Thursday: Session 1: 4:00 – 5:15 pm / Session 2: 5:15 to 6:30 pm / One session per student per day / School Age (K-8)
The Library isn’t just a place where students can DO their homework. Cuyahoga County branches actually offer homework HELP. Students in grades K-8 are invited to visit one of the 10 Homework Centers for free after-school help with: Language Arts, Math, Reading, Science, and Social Studies. Registration Required
—ADULT PROGRAMS—
Free Credit Repair Program
Saturday, October 6 / 10:00 am / Adults
Free Credit Repair and Free Credit Reports: Learn how to legitimately and permanently remove items from your credit report. Learn the new rules concerning what information CANNOT be placed on your credit report. Registration Required
The Vampire Talk
Wednesday, October 10 / 7:00 pm / Adults
Mark Dawidziak author of vampire-centric books such as The Night Stalker Companion and The Bedside, Bathtub & Armchair Companion to Dracula will present a program about Count Dracula. Presentation will include items from author’s personal collection (items from the crypt). Book signing will follow presentation. Registration Required
Stop-Motion Animation for Adults
Wednesdays, October 17 & 24 / 7:00 pm / Adults
Using Media Maker for the iPad®, create your own stop-motion animation movie. October 17: Create a storyboard. October 24: Film your movie and share it. Registration Required
Storytime for Adults
Thursday, October 25 / 7:00 pm / Adults
Human nature and behavior is the focal point of Shirley Jackson’s short stories, Charles and The Witch. Come hear both stories read by your local librarian followed by a lively discussion and activity.
African American Authors Book Group
Tuesday, October 30 / 7:00 pm / Adults
Join the group to explore all genres of African-American writing. The group will read African American classics, historical fiction, science fiction, mysteries, autobiographies, nonfiction, fiction, and urban fiction. All adults are welcome. October Title: Truth Doesn’t Have A Side: My Alarming Discovery about the Danger of Contact Sports by Dr. Bennet Omalu.
—TEENS AND TWEENS—
Girls Who Code
Thursdays, October 4 & 11 / 4:15 pm / Grades 6 – 12
Want to work at a tech company? Get your start with a Girls Who Code Club! Girls Who Code Clubs are free programs for girls in grades 6–12 to explore coding in a fun and friendly way! Snack included. Registration Required
Drop-In Chess
Monday, October 8 / 4:00 pm / Grades 4 – 12
Tweens and teens are invited to play friendly games of chess against their peers. All skill levels are welcome. The library will provide chess sets. No registration is necessary.
Pen 2 Page
Wednesday, October 10 / 7:00 pm / Grades 4 – 10
Come and learn to write creative stories to expand your writing toolbox and build better stories. Fun, quirky, and challenging writing exercises will focus on different writing aspects each month. Registration Required
Teen Maker Boss
Thursday, October 25 / 7:00 pm / Grades 5 – 12
Be the boss as you decide what technology we explore next! Includes coding, robotics, 3-D designing, video game app creation, Minecraft, and more! Your imagination is the limit! Registration Required
VolunTEENs At Southeast
Saturday, October 27 / 11:30 am / Teens (Grades 5 – 12)
VolunTEENs is a monthly club for teens interested in volunteering, having fun and making friends while collaborating on activities that benefit the library and surrounding community. Registration Required
Extreme Pumpkin Carving
Saturday, October 27 / 1:00 pm / Grades 6 – 12
Learn how to carve an impressive Jack-O-Lantern. Registration and waiver required.
Mixed Minds Book Club (for Homeschoolers)
Tuesday, October 30 / 10:30 am / Grades 6 – 12
Come join us great conversations, snacks, and a mix of genres and styles of books. October Title: Miss Peregrine’s Home for Peculiar Children by Ransom Riggs Registration Required
STEAM for Tweens!
Tuesday, October 30 / 3:30 pm / Grades 3 – 5 (Ages 8 – 12)
Join us to discover simple Science, Technology, Engineering, Art and Math (STEAM) concepts. Registration Required
—GRADE SCHOOL—
Create, Learn & Play
Mondays and Tuesdays / 7:00 to 8:30 pm / Grades K – 5
Children from Kindergarten thru 5th grade are invited to join us for fun stories and activities.
Art Experiences
Fridays / 4:00 pm / Grades K – 8
Examine the works of art masters and explore various mediums, such as paint, pastels and clay. Presented in partnership with the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Engage with Me: All About Me: Self Portrait
Thursday, October 11 / 7:00 pm / Families
Families of students in K-8th grade are invited to join us for pizza and engaging conversation for the whole family. Learn about different resources and ideas to help your children succeed in life, and meet other people from your community to share ideas and support. Registration Required
Block Party!
Saturday, October 13 / 11:00 am / Grades K – 5
Are you a creative kid? Do you like to play with Legos? Join us for our Lego Block Party! Use your imagination, and ingenuity to complete the challenges! Registration Required
Write It Out!
Thursday, October 18 / 6:30 pm / Grades 3 – 6
Explore your imagination and hone your storytelling skills through creative writing games, tips, tricks, and more! This is a great opportunity to hang out with fellow writers and discuss your stories. Registration Required
Chemistry Week Fun
Tuesday, October 23 / 4:00 pm / Grades K – 5
Come join us for fun, hands-on activities to celebrate National Chemistry Week.
—YOUNGER CHILDREN—
Preschool Storytime
Tuesdays / 11:30 am / Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in Kindergarten) with Caregiver
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Play, Learn and Grow Toddler Club
Wednesday, October 3 and 10 / 10:30 to 11:45 am / Ages 1 – 3
Boost your toddler’s brain through play! Join us for a 5-week club for caregivers and children ages 1 to 3. Connect with your kids and other families, plus get answers about your growing child. Registration Required
Shake It Up Saturdays! Music & Movement – Family Storytime
Saturdays, October 3, 13, 20, and 27 / 2:00 pm / Preschool, Families, and Children
Join us for Shake-It-Up Story Time – a special time for children and their caregivers to spend together listening to stories, singing, dancing, and moving to the rhythm!
Toddler Time
Thursday, October 11 / 10:30 am / Ages 2 – 5 with Caregiver
Toddlers and their caregivers are invited to play and learn about different topics together in an engaging setting. Registration Required
Spook!-tacular Saturday!
Saturday, October 27 / 3:00 pm / Families
Come dressed in costume for a spectacularly spooky good time. Enjoy games, crafts, and snacks.
Southeast Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library
CONTACT: Kay L Martin
Branch Services Assistant II
Cuyahoga County Public Library
Southeast Branch
p 440.439.4997
kmartin1@cuyahogalibrary.org
