Included here are the programs for August 2019 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 or see contact information at the bottom of this page.
-ADULT PROGRAMS-
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Friday, September 13, 10:00 a.m., Adults
The Library offers FREE tech training classes that cover digital literacy basics, Windows 10, Microsoft Office programs, digital imaging and cloud computing. MUST REGISTER
Informed & Empowered: Election Day
Thursday, September 26, 7:00 p.m., Adults
Become an informed voter. Come discover several resources that explore issues and candidates on the ballot.
Afternoon Book Discussion
Wednesday, September 4, 1:30 p.m.
Join us for great conversation on the first Wednesday afternoon of each month. Books will be available one month before the discussion. September title: Eleanor Oliphant is Completely Fine by Gail Honeyman.
African American Authors Book Group
Thursday, September 26, 7:00 p.m., Adults
African American Authors Book Group meets the last Thursday of the month. September Title: A Hungry Heart: A Memoir by Gordon Parks
The Scarf’s the Limit
Saturday, September 28, 2:00 p.m., Adults
Bring your favorite fashion scarf and learn how to drape, knot, and tie it to create different looks for any occasion. MUST REGISTER
-TEENS & TWEENS-
My Story, My Song and My Resources -Teens (Grade 6-12) | Adults
Saturday, September 7, 2:00 p.m. Teens (Grade 6-12) & Adults
Historian Regennia N. Williams discusses the art of storytelling and the joys and challenges associated with research, writing, and publishing. She will use information from her jazz books and other works. MUST REGISTER
Tween Craft Night
Wednesdays, September 11, 25, 6:30 p.m., Grades 4-8
Come hang out and have some creative fun making crafts.
MUST REGISTER
VolunTEENs at Southeast – Assist with Family Fun Night
Wednesday, September 18, 6:30 p.m., Grades 5-12
Volunteens is a club for teens interested in volunteering, having fun and making friends while collaborating on activities that benefit the library and surrounding community. MUST REGISTER
Dungeon Crawlers: An Intro to Tabletop Roleplaying Games -Grades 6-12
Thursday, September 12, 7:00 p.m., Grades 6-12
Join us for a retro-style session of Dungeons and Dragons. Learn the basics or hone your skills as we play the only game genre where truly anything is possible. Beginners are more than welcome! MUST REGISTER
Teen Maker Boss
Thursday, September 19, 7:00 p.m. Grades 6-12
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!
MUST REGISTER
-GRADE SCHOOL & YOUNGER-
Picture Book Palooza!
Tuesdays September 3, 10, 17, 24, 7:00PM Grades K-5
Fun with picture books using games, crafts, and other activities. MUST REGISTER
Homework Center Open House
Tuesday, September 17, 4:30 p.m. Grades K – 8 with their families
Come join the Homework Center staff to find out all about the center and the help it can offer your child. The entire family is welcome. Light refreshments will be served.
Homework Center – Grades K-8
Begins Wednesday, September 18, 4-6:30 pm, then Mondays-Thursdays after that
Students who participate in the program receive homework assistance from trained tutors in the following subjects: Language arts, Math, Reading, Science and Social Studies. MUST REGISTER
Art Experiences
Fridays, September 13, 20, 27, 4:00 p.m.Grades K-8
Engage your imaginative self with open-ended art explorations. Presented in partnership with the Cleveland Museum of Art.
Homeschool STEM Sleuths!
Monday, September 10, 10:30 a.m. Grades K-5
Get ready to collaborate with others and get creative as we explore the endless possibilities of art and science through fun experiments and hands-on activities. For children in grades K-5. MUST REGISTER
Messy Monday – Grades K-5th
Mondays, September 9, 16, 23, 30, 7:00 p.m. Grades K-5
Join us for stories, songs, and fun, creative, and messy activities.
MUST REGISTER
Elephant & Piggie with Pigeon, Oh My!
Wednesday, September 4, 7:00 p.m. Ages 3-7 with caregiver
Enjoy an afternoon of fun with games and crafts to celebrate all things Mo Willems. MUST REGISTER
Just for Fun Playgroup!
Thursday, September 5, 10:30 a.m., Ages 0-5 with caregiver
Join us for a free playgroup. Connect with other parents as children get the opportunity to have fun in a safe setting. MUST REGISTER
-ALL AGES-
Family Storytime
Saturdays, September 7, 14, 21, 28, 10:00 a.m., All ages with caregiver
Join us for stories, songs and finger plays.
Family Fun Night!
Wednesday, September 18, 7:00 p.m. Families & Children
Join us for fun activities the whole family can enjoy. Spend time together and relax.
MUST REGISTER
Smooth Smoothies
Saturday, September 21, 11:00 a.m. – 1:00 a.m. Adults & Families
Learn how easy it is to make delicious and healthy smoothies in this hands-on workshop. Children under 13 must be accompanied by an adult. MUST REGISTER
Southeast Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library
CONTACT: Christie Sterba
Branch Services Assistant II
Cuyahoga County Public Library
Southeast Branch
p 440.439.4997
csterba@cuyahogalibrary.org
