Here are our FREE programs for July 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.
Summer Lunch — Kids ages 18 & younger
12:00PM – 1:00PM
Monday through Friday during the summer we collaborate with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to provide children with free healthy lunches at select branches. The Summer Lunch program is open to all kids ages 18 and younger. The USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.
Family Storytime — All ages with caregiver
Tuesday, July 2nd , 9th , 16th , 23rd , 30th , 6:00PM
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Family Storytime — All ages with caregiver
Saturday, July 6th , 13th , 20th , 27th , 10:00AM
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Self-Care Saturday — Ages 13-18
Saturday, July, 6th , 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
Textile Treasures: T-Shirt Design — Teens (Grade 6-12)
Tuesday, July 9th , 2:00PM
Draw your own design, learn about the Cricut Design Space and heat press, and show off your work with your custom t-shirt!
Ellenwood Book Discussion — Adults
Wednesday, July 10th , 2:00PM
Attend our monthly book discussion at Ellenwood Community Center – this month we’re reading and discussing, The Guest List by Lisa Foley. Copies of the book will be available at the Bedford Branch and at the Ellenwood Center one month before the date of the discussion.
Mobile Pantry
Free, fresh produce distribution
Wednesday, July 17th , 1:30PM – 3:30PM
Cuyahoga County Public Library is collaborating with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to distribute free, fresh produce to those in need. This event will be held rain or shine. Each family will receive 3 pre-packaged boxes of dairy, meat, and/or produce for free, loaded into their vehicle trunk. First come, first-served basis, adults of any age, zip code, income level. Each vehicle can have up to 4 “families” (such as if single seniors are riding together). Vehicles preferred over walk-ups, for safety reasons.
Textile Treasures: Sewing — Teens (Grade 6-12)
Tuesday, July 23rd , 2:00PM
Learn basic sewing skills and make a laptop sleeve! A release form must be signed by a parent/guardian before the program.
African American Authors Book Group — In-Person or Virtual All Adults are Welcome
Thursday, July 25th , 7:00PM
July Title: “The Sun Sets in Singapore” By Kehinde Fadipe
Join us as we travel to Singapore and experience this island country through the eyes of its Nigerian expatriate community. “Three expatriate women navigate love, work, friendship, and family amid the sunny, cosmopolitan glitter of modern Singapore. Dara, a workaholic Nigerian British lawyer, excitedly senses that she’s on the verge of becoming a partner in her firm, a long-awaited reward for the long hours she’s put in. Amaka, Dara’s best friend, is a credit-risk officer from Nigeria who’s navigating her father’s death and her place—or lack thereof—within his second family as she finds herself spending more and more time gazing lustfully at luxury shoes online. Finally, there’s Lillian, a Nigerian American former pianist turned teacher of Business English who’s followed her husband to the island, hoping to start a family even as their marriage threatens to fall apart. Initially drawn together by a book club, the three women become further intertwined when Lani, a handsome and accomplished Nigerian lawyer, joins Dara’s firm, and the women find themselves involved with him in distinctive and potentially explosive ways. As Lani racks up successes and builds admiration at the firm, Dara senses her position is threatened, and she must decide what she’s willing to do to preserve her career. Amaka finds herself irresistibly attracted to him (and away from her stable relationship with her boyfriend) after a chance meeting one night. Seeking an evening course in Japanese, Lani meets Lillian at the language academy where she works, and she is immediately struck by, and then increasingly obsessed with, his resemblance to her late father. Alternating among the perspectives of the three women, Fadipe showcases her rich talent for illustrating Singapore’s social and economic landscape as well as the emotional complexities that motivate each character. A lovely exploration of the phase of self-discovery between early adulthood and middle age.”
About Cuyahoga County Public Library
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