Here are our FREE programs for May 2024 at the Bedford Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library, located at 70 Columbus Road, Bedford, Ohio 44146. For more information, or to register for any program, please call 440.439.4997.
Kids Café -18 & younger
Monday-Friday, 3:00PM – 4:00PM
Kids ages 18 and under can get a FREE lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Center — K-8th
Monday-Thursday (school days) 4-6:30pm
Since 2002, our FREE Student Success Center’s program has helped thousands of students in grades K–8 improve their grades and subject comprehension. Student Success Centers are available at 10 branches. 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
Engineering Hour — K-5th
Thursday, May 2nd, 16th , 3:30PM
Use your imagination and the materials provided to build, play, create and learn.
Teen Tuesday
Tuesday, May 7th , 3:30PM
Join us after school for a fun activity each month!
Chinese Paper Lantern Craft — Ages 4-7 with caregiver
Tuesday, May 7th , 6:00PM
Children and their families are invited to learn about Chinese culture and make a paper lantern to take home. This program will also feature the book Playing with Lanterns by Wang Yage, which describes the joy and excitement of the Chinese folk custom and tradition. A snack of crunchy rice rolls, a popular Chinese snack, will also be served.
Ellenwood Book Discussion — Adults
Wednesday, May 8th , 2:00PM
Attend our May monthly book discussion at Ellenwood Community Center 124 Ellenwood Ave, Bedford, OH 44146 Phone: (440) 735-6570. This month we’re reading and discussing His and Hers by Alice Feeney. Copies of the book will be available at the Bedford Branch and at the Ellenwood Center one month before the date of the discussion. “When a woman is murdered in Blackdown, a quintessentially British village, news anchor Anna Andrews is reluctant to cover the case. Detective Jack Harper is suspicious of her involvement, until he becomes a suspect in his own murder investigation. Someone isn’t telling the truth, and some secrets are worth killing to keep. His & Hers is a twisty, smart, psychological thriller. A gripping tale of suspense, told by expertly drawn narrators that will keep readers guessing until the very end.”
Bike Safety Fun
Wednesday, May 8th , 3:30PM
Receive a free helmet and learn about bike safety from the experts at University Hospitals. Helmets are available first come first served and while supplies last. Register to receive reminders! Thank you to University Hospitals for their program support and generous donation! MUST REGISTER
Kids Cook! — Grades 3-6
Thursday, May 9th , 4:00PM
Expand your cooking skills with quick, simple, and delicious recipes. Registration required, opens April 9th, 2024, 9 AM. This program may include activities that could be considered harmful. In order for your child to participate you must sign the Release and Hold Harmless form and return it to the program location at least one week prior to the program’s start date. To access the form and learn more about parent options, please visit www.cuyahogalibrary.org/parent-options. Participants may be recorded and/or surveyed to capture this program’s effectiveness. MUST REGISTER
PowerPoint Basics ★ — Adults
Friday, May 10th , 10:00AM
Geared toward the beginner, this class offers an overview of Microsoft PowerPoint, a software program for designing creative presentations and slideshows. Create a simple presentation and learn how to add text, images and transitions to slides. Prerequisite: Word Basics or some experience using PowerPoint. Earn a Northstar Digital Literacy Certificate for this class with the
successful completion of an assessment. Learn more about this certification. Classes start promptly! We cannot hold seats for attendees who arrive after an in-person class has started. Anyone not on the registration list will be given an available seat on a first-come, first-served basis. MUST REGISTER
Wordly Wanderers — Grades 2-5
Friday, May 10th , 2:00PM
Travel the world from the comfort of our library! Each session we will learn about a different country and its unique culture via food, stories, and crafts. Collect stamps in your passports for each session you attend! All materials, including faux passports, will be provided. MUST REGISTER
Modern Macrame Dreamcatcher — Adults
Saturday, May 11th , 11:00AM
Discover the art of contemporary macrame as you learn to weave, knot, and a create dreamcatcher that blends traditional techniques with a modern twist. This is a perfect project for a beginner. All materials will be provided. MUST REGISTER
Baby Craft — Ages 0-3
Saturday, May 11th , 2:00PM
Join us for a seasonal baby craft using our hands and feet. We’ll use nontoxic washable paint, but dress to get messy.
Geometric Paper Collage — Adults
Saturday, May 18th , 11:00AM
In this beginner-friendly class, combine diamond-shaped collage elements to create exquisite multi-colored stars. Experiment with different colors and paper varieties to make your own patchwork stars, and then bring them together to create a harmonious piece of artwork. MUST REGISTER
Chapter Book Champs
Saturday, May 18th , 3:30PM
Whether you have finished the book or not, join us for activities and a book discussion based on the following books: May 18th – The A&A Detective Agency: The Fairfleet Affair by K. H. Saxton. Registration will close one week before the program. If you like to attend after registration closes, please call the Bedford Branch at (440) 439 – 4997. This program is both in person and virtual. MUST REGISTER
Self-Care Saturday — Ages 13-18
Saturday, May 25th , 11:00AM
Ease your mind with calming activities. Art, yoga, writing, and more! A release form must be completed by a parent/guardian prior to the program in order to participate. MUST REGISTER
African American Authors Book Group — IN-Person or Virtual All Adults are Welcome
Thursday, May 30th , 7:00PM
May Title: Chameleon: A Back Box Thriller by Remi Adeleke. Join us for the discussion of this book where the author uses his military background to add authenticity to this international thriller. Remi Adeleke the author is a former Navy Seal who was born in western Africa but was raised in the Bronx borough of New York City. “Elite and clandestine CIA Black Box units consist of “Chameleons,” tactical operatives trained to create mission-defined characters; “Ghosts,” skilled at surveillance and burglary; and “Wind,” pilots and drivers who can operate and repair any vehicle that moves. When ruthless South African ex-commando Lucas DeGroot begins kidnapping high-profile hostages around the world, personally tormented Nigerian-born Chameleon Kali Kent and his close-knit unit are ordered to track down DeGroot, neutralize his mercenary army, and free the hostages.”
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