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DIY-U Kid’s Workshops by Lowe’s
Get ready to sleigh the season with Lowe’s Sleigh Ride Toy workshop! Mini-builders get to build and decorate their own toy complete with reindeer, sleigh and Santa. This magical project brings holiday cheer while teaching kids basic construction and fine motor skills. A great way to get into the holiday spirit and create a toy they’ll treasure.
Home Depot Kids Workshop
Free In-Store Kids Workshops
Join Us at 9 a.m. the First Saturday of Every Month. While Supplies Last.
October 4: Haunted Candy Box
November 1: Excavator
November 29: Teddy Bear Ornament
Imagination Builders
Calling all kids who love to design, construct and create! Each of our two events features a take-home craft, fun Magnetic Wonder Tiles activities, plus top-rated building faves children can explore! Parents and guardians, check in when you arrive for your chance to win a $100 Lakeshore E-Gift Card! If you spend $25 or more, you’ll get a free wooden fidget puzzle while supplies last!
This is a free, walk-in event held at all locations during the hours listed. No reservations needed.
DIY-U Kid’s Workshops by Lowe’s
Celebrate the season of giving and community with Lowe’s Holiday Letterbox workshop! Let your kid build a personalized hanging letterbox to hold the family cards while they countdown to the holidays using the calendar decal. This festive project sparks excitement and creativity as mini-builders learn basic building skills and make a forever keepsake!
National STEM Day
To inspire 5th-8th grade students with a day of hands-on learning and career exploration in science, technology, engineering and mathematics
National STEM Day, celebrated annually on November 8, encourages interest and participation in Science, Technology, Engineering, and Mathematics by inspiring the next generation of innovators and highlighting the importance of these fields in society.
In honor of this day, the City of Cleveland Department of Public Utilities will bring together several organizations and professional experts in the community to offer insight on a variety of STEM-focused careers through presentations and exhibition tables.
Presenters and exhibitors in attendance include:
• Cleveland Water
• Cleveland STEP
• Cleveland Drones
• Deetronics
• Cleveland Water Pollution Control
• Bob Nance Basketball Academy
• Cleveland Clinic Launchpad to Nursing Boot Camp
• Cleveland Public Power
• STEM Playbook with support from NEOSTEM
• Lance Foster - Aerospace Engineer
• Cleveland Building & Construction Trades
• First Federal of Lakewood
• The Foundry
Cookbook Club (Series)
If you love to read, cook, learn and share recipes, this group is for you. Bring a dish from the selected month's cookbook and share your experience in the kitchen and opinion on the book. Copies are available at the library.
Sept. 4; “Healthy Air Fryer” by America’s Test Kitchen
Oct. 2; “Food to Die for" by Amy Bruni
Nov. 6; “Slow Cook Modern” by Krissoff Liana Preregistration required.
Home Depot Kids Workshop
Free In-Store Kids Workshops
Join Us at 9 a.m. the First Saturday of Every Month. While Supplies Last.
October 4: Haunted Candy Box
November 1: Excavator
November 29: Teddy Bear Ornament
Julia De Burgos Cultural Arts Center Book Swap
👻📚 Bring a book, leave a book, sip some coffee, and find your next read.
📅 Sat. Oct 25 | 11am–2pm
📍 2800 Archwood Ave, Cleveland, OH 44109
☕️ Coffee pop-up by @dramaclubcoffee
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👻📚 Trae un libro, deja un libro, toma un cafecito y encuentra tu próximo libro.
📅 Sáb. 25 de octubre | 11am–2pm
📍 2800 Archwood Ave, Cleveland, OH 44109
☕️ Coffee pop-up por Drama Club Coffee & Books
Homeschool Family Day
Enhance your homeschool journey with special program days designed for families. Enjoy special admission rates and unique experiences tailored for at-home learners with advance registration. Each program day explores a fun, educational theme. Choose your favorite or join us for all!
Embark on a self-guided scavenger hunt through our galleries, using themed activity sheets curated for students of all ages. Visit our educator-led stations for hands-on learning and check the daily schedule for additional fun.
Creatures of the (Day and) Night
Who’s wide awake when the sun’s out and who’s prowling after dark? Meet day dwellers and night explorers, and uncover the incredible tricks they use to hunt, hide and survive – morning, noon or night!
Drop-in educator-led activity available between 10am-12pm in the classroom.
Scavenger hunt available 10am-5pm.
Cost
$11 general, homeschool students (age 2+) & adults
FREE, Passholders & guests younger than 2
Advance registration required.
DIY-U Kid’s Workshops by Lowe’s
The fun alarm is ringing! Let your kid celebrate Fire Safety Month with mini-firehouse workshop by Lowe's and First Alert. Mini-builders get to create their own miniature firehouse complete with a working pole. This hands-on project encourages creativity and introduces kids to the importance of fire safety. Fun all-around!
Wendy Guerra
Join us for a special event with Cuban novelist and poet Wendy Guerra who will be reading from her work, followed by a conversation and book signing. This program is held in collaboration with Case Western Reserve University and Trasatlántica: A Hispanic Nonprofit Cultural Organization.
Registration is required.
SUPER SATURDAY FUN IN FALL
Join in on the fun, creativity, and excitement at Cleveland Public Library - South Brooklyn Branch as you and your young aspiring artists explore music, dance, theater, and the visual arts at this FREE arts experience for children ages 2 to 7 years – older and younger siblings are welcome to take part!
Parent/adult participation is required. Admission is free for all ages, but tickets must be reserved at beckcenter.org or by calling Customer Service at 216-521-2540.
Family History Day
Discover your family's roots at Family History Day at the Cleveland Public Library! Learn essential research techniques from expert genealogists and connect with like-minded researchers. This full day of engaging lectures is perfect for beginners and experienced researchers alike.
Featured Speakers and Presentations
11:25 - 12:25 Finding Goals in Family History: Dribbling Through a Basketball Story (Auditorium)
3:35 - 4:35 Finding Your Enslaved Ancestors (Auditorium)
1:15 - 2:15 Genealogical DNA Testing for Beginners (Auditorium)
3:35 - 4:35 Family Tree Software Options (Conference Room B)
11:25 - 12:25 Erie Street Cemetery (Conference Room B)
1:15 - 2:15 Bring Your Family Tree to Life with your Own and Family Stories (Conference Room B)
2:25 - 3:25 From Old Photos to Meaningful Conversations AND Family Stories (Conference Room B)
1:15 - 2:15 Beyond the Wills : Getting the Most from Probate Research (Learning Commons)
4:45 - 5:45 Finding Our LGBTQ+ Ancestors (Learning Commons)
10:15 - 11:15 Cleveland Jewish History (Learning Commons)
11:25 - 12:25 Artificial Intelligence and Genealogy (Learning Commons)
2:25 - 3:25 AncestryDNA: Using Matches and ThruLines (Learning Commons)
Dro Sohrabian and John Novak
3:35 - 4:35 Cleveland City Cemeteries and GIS (Learning Commons)
10:15 - 11:15 Who's Little Joe? (Auditorium)
4:45 - 5:45 Finding Family History Related Images (Auditorium)
Presentation Locations
Auditorium - Located in the Lower Level of the Louis Stokes Wing
Learning Commons - Located in the central area of the Second Floor of the Louis Stokes Wing
Conference Room B - Located on the North side of the Second Floor of the Louis Stokes Wing
A boxed lunch will be served in the Learning Commons at 12:30.
Questions? Call the Center for Local & Global History at 216-623-2864 or email CLGH@cpl.org
Home Depot Kids Workshop
Free In-Store Kids Workshops
Join Us at 9 a.m. the First Saturday of Every Month. While Supplies Last.
October 4: Haunted Candy Box
November 1: Excavator
November 29: Teddy Bear Ornament
Cookbook Club (Series)
If you love to read, cook, learn and share recipes, this group is for you. Bring a dish from the selected month's cookbook and share your experience in the kitchen and opinion on the book. Copies are available at the library.
Sept. 4; “Healthy Air Fryer” by America’s Test Kitchen
Oct. 2; “Food to Die for" by Amy Bruni
Nov. 6; “Slow Cook Modern” by Krissoff Liana Preregistration required.
Young Artists Studio
School age children and their caregivers are welcome to participate in a group activity or make their own drawings, paintings and other artworks. Preregistration required.