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News and Events @ Rocky River Public Library • September - December 2018
CELEBR ATING YEARS 1928 - 2018 Community • Education Entertainment • Literacy ( See page 6 for details )
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Director's Message “A library in the middle of a community is a cross between an emergency exit, a life-raft and a festival. They are cathedrals of the mind; hospitals of the soul; theme parks of the imagination. On a cold rainy island, they are the only sheltered public spaces where you are not a consumer, but a citizen instead” -Caitlin Moran
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his November we will commemorate a historic milestone in our Library’s history. For 90 years we have enriched the lives of generations of Rocky River families by providing information and inspiration, and it is my privilege to serve as Director as we head into the future. What started as a small-town “public rental library” with 345 books, has grown into an energetic learning and community hub with around 300,000 physical and digital materials for patrons to borrow. This is in addition to the over 9 million items available through the CLEVNET consortium. Over the years, library services have grown and changed tremendously - from massive wooden card catalogs to a phone app which places the Library at your fingertips. No matter how many changes take place, our staff, support groups, and trustees of Rocky River Public Library remain dedicated to continuing a tradition of excellence.
Over the summer we completed several building improvement projects such as new carpeting in the Children’s Department, and new Promethean smart boards for the Children’s Story Time rooms. We also upgraded the technology in the Computer Training Center. Restroom renovations, with major financial assistance from the Rocky River Public Library Foundation, are set to begin on the first and second floors in the coming winter months. This will be a large project, and I ask in advance for your patience as we continue to make upgrades to this beautiful building.
Please join me on November 17th for a day of entertainment, activities, memories, prizes, and of course, cake! Activities for the whole family include live musical performances, crafts, a library-wide scavenger hunt, and an interactive photo booth. It is sure to be an exciting day!
Jamie L. Mason
I hope you will join us on November 17th as we honor the past, celebrate the present, and look ahead to the future of Rocky River Public Library. The next 90 years are sure to be an exciting journey!
Director
CELEBRATING YEARS
1928 - 2018 Community • Education Entertainment • Literacy
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Rocky River Public Library 1600 Hampton Road Rocky River, OH 44116-2699 (440) 333-7610 v www.rrpl.org
Board of Trustees Cynthia Schafer, President Audra Bednarski,Vice President Daniel Glover, Secretary Justin McCaulley Jean McQuillan David Sansone Melissa Stickney Jamie L. Mason, Director Trent Ross, Deputy Director Chanel Steiner, Visual Communications Specialist Contributors: Megan Alabaugh, Lucy Carney, Krista Carte, Beth Fridrick, Andrew Field, Lyndsey Gvora, Lauren Hansgen, Greg Hatch, Stacey Hayman, Carol O’Keefe, Dori Olivos, Angela Paterek
Board of Trustees News Melissa A.W. Stickney has been appointed by the Rocky River Board of Education to a 7-year term on the Rocky River Public Library Board of Trustees. Mrs. Stickney is a partner at Stickney & Stickney LLP, a local law firm. Her practice areas include: business formation, planning and litigation; estate planning, probate administration and litigation; residential and commercial real estate transactions and litigation. Prior to her years as an attorney, she worked in development for a Cleveland non-profit and taught English literature and writing classes at the college level. She graduated from Kenyon College with a Bachelor of Arts in English, and holds a Master’s degree in English from The University of Virginia and a Juris Doctor degree from The Cleveland-Marshall College of Law. Mrs. Stickney and her husband, Thomas, have lived in Rocky River for nine years. They have three children, Owen, Hugo and Beatrix, in the Rocky River Schools district.
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What's New @ Your Library! NATIONAL LIBRARY CARD SIGN-UP MONTH September 1-30 We believe the most important school supply for all students is a library card. Come in and register for your first card or clear your card of existing fines to start the year off right!
RRPL WINS COX CHARITIES GRANT! Reviewed and selected by a committee of Cox employees, the Library’s application for funds to purchase 3D printers was one of their 2018 grant winners. Our goal is to provide additional support for Rocky River City Schools educational programs and students, with the bonus of offering all patrons the opportunity to experiment with new technology. The 3D printers will be located in the Computer Training area and in the Children’s Department. Check our social media channels for programs this fall!
BLOCK PARTY CLAMBAKE Thursday, September 13, 5:00-7:00 p.m., Library Front Lawn Join your neighbors for a tasty meal and snappy tunes! Head to the library’s event calendar for a list of dinner options -including a kid’s dinner and select a 5:00 or Pants on Fire
6:00 p.m. serving time. Pre-payment to River Dog Food Truck is required. Balloons will be twisted by The Magic Man and music will be performed by local favorite Pants on Fire from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
ROCKY RIVER PUBLIC LIBRARY WANTS YOU TO SHOP SMALL! Join us in celebrating all the amazing Rocky River small businesses with our second annual Shop Small Raffle! Throughout November bring in a receipt from a local small business to the reference desk and be entered for a chance to win an amazing basket! One entry per receipt. Winners will be drawn/announced on December 1st.
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Cowan Pottery Museum 12th Annual Cowan Classic Film Festival The Cowan Classic Film Festival continues this Fall! Join us on the 4th Monday of the month at 6:30 p.m. in the Auditorium from September-February 2019. This year’s theme is the thriller! September 24 - The Thin Man (1934) Starring William Powell, Myrna Loy October 22 - Suspicion (1941) Starring Cary Grant, Joan Fontaine November 26 - Double Indemnity (1944) Starring Barbara Stanwyck, Fred MacMurray December 17**- Rear Window (1954) Starring James Stewart, Grace Kelly January 28 - Dr. No (1962) Starring Sean Connery, Ursula Andress February 25 - Wait Until Dark (1967) Starring Audrey Hepburn, Alan Arkin
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News from the Museum -- Currently on View
Cowan Pottery produced nineteen designs for bookends. With the exception of a pair of "cogwheel” or “gear” bookends by A. Drexler Jacobson, all the designs are figural and overwhelmingly feature animals: horses, goats, dogs, elephants, camels, pelicans, polar bears, and even unicorns. The list includes a pair of “pouter pigeons” seen here in October glaze. These bookends were created by Elmer Novotny and mark his singular contribution to Cowan Pottery. Novotny was a student at the Cleveland Institute of Art when he created these in 1928. They captured Guy Cowan’s attention, but he was hesitant to put student work into production, believing he could best serve students by hiring them on full-time upon graduation. Novotny, however, was a painting major and was not looking to pursue a career in ceramics. So instead, Cowan purchased his design for $50.
Rocky River Fall Arts Festival Saturday, September 15 10:00-4:00 p.m., Old Detroit Shopping Area Stop by the library table to talk about our fine art collection and Cowan Pottery Museum with Curator Lauren Hansgen. 5
Celebrating 90 Years!
YOU'RE INVITED Rocky River Public Library's
90 th Anniversary Celebration Saturday, November 17
11:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. 1600 Hampton Road, Rocky River Join library staff for a day celebrating the past 90 years of information and inspiration provided by Rocky River Public Library. From November 24, 1928 until today, and long into the future, we’re looking forward to making more memories with you. Food, music, activities, and even a photo booth will be found throughout the library. Stop in and join the fun! CELEBRATING YEARS
1928 - 2018 Community • Education Entertainment • Literacy
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Children's Programs FALL STORY TIMES Registration required. Story times are five-week sessions beginning Monday, September 24th.
Baby & Me
For babies and toddlers and their caregivers Join us for a 20-minute lapsit program of songs, stories and rhymes in the Purple Room. Mondays, 9:15 or 10:15 a.m. Wednesdays, 6:15 or 7:00 p.m. Thursdays, 9:15, 10:15 or 11:00 a.m.
Family Story Time
For toddlers and preschoolers and their caregivers Join us for a 30-minute program of stories, rhymes, songs, and a craft or Lego® Duplo® play. Tuesdays, 9:45 or 10:30 a.m., Purple Room Thursdays, 9:45 or 10:30 a.m., Green Room Thursdays, 6:30 p.m., Purple Room
Preschool Story Time
For ages 4, 5 & 6 on their own Join us for a 45-minute program of stories, crafts and concepts for the independent child in the Green Room. Mondays, 1:30 or 7:00 p.m. Wednesdays, 1:30 p.m.
REGISTRATION FOR FALL PROGRAMS begins Saturday, September 8, at 9:00 a.m. To register, visit our Children’s page at www.rrpl.org, and click on Register for Programs or call 440.333.7610 ext. 5502 or stop by the Children’s Department. A parent or caregiver must be present in the building during all programs for children 10- years-old and younger.
FALL PROGRAMS Registration required.
Play, Learn & Grow! For ages 6 months to 3 years & their caregivers Wednesdays, November 14 or December 12, 6:30-7:30 p.m., Thursdays, November 15 or December 13, 10:00-11:00 a.m., Purple Room Perfect for children and adults to enjoy some quality “together time” while playing with toys and reading books. Let’s have some fun! Messy Art for 2s & 3s For ages 2-3 & their caregivers Tuesday, September 18, 9:30-10:00 or 11:00-11:30 a.m., Purple Room Wednesday, November 7, 9:30-10:00 or 11:00-11:30 a.m., Purple Room It’s time for paint, play dough, and more! Bring an art smock or cover t-shirt and be prepared to get messy as we explore several processcentered art projects. friends RRPL Tech Tales
For ages 3-5 & their caregivers
Thursdays, September 13 or November 29, 6:30-7:00 p.m., Purple Room This classic story time has a digital component. By sharing excellent age-appropriate apps along with books and songs, the librarian will model joint media engagement between adult and child. Tablets will be provided. friends RRPL
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Children's Programs Kindergarten, Here I Come! For ages 3-6 on their own Mondays, October 29, November 5 & 12, 10:30-11:15 a.m., Purple Room or Thursdays, November 1, 8 & 15, 6:30-7:15 p.m., Purple Room Join us for stories, songs, rhymes and activities designed to strengthen key skills for school success. Help your preschooler transition into Kindergarten with this 3-week series. Adapted Story Time For children with special needs & their families Saturdays, September 15, October 6, November 3 & December 1, 10:00-11:00 a.m., Purple Room Children with varying learning styles and abilities learn together in a safe, supportive environment where respect and appreciation for differences is encouraged. Programs incorporate double visuals, a schedule board and an opportunity for play and socialization. Parachute Play For ages 4-6
Mondays, November 19 or December 10, 1:30 or 7:00 p.m., Purple Room Jump in and get energized with a parachute, music and movement! Yoga Story Time For ages 4-6 & their caregivers Tuesdays, September 11, October 30 or November 13, 6:30-7:00 p.m., Auditorium In this twist on traditional story times, children will build literacy skills while stretching their imaginations and muscles! Bring a yoga mat or beach towel.
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Cats, Bats & Halloween Crafts
For students in grades K-2 & a parent/adult friend Saturday, October 27, 2:00-2:45 p.m., Purple Room
Let’s scare up some fun with several creative Halloween crafts. These spirited decorations are sure to put you in a festive Halloween mood!
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For students in grades K-2 Saturday, September 22, 10:00-11:00 a.m., Purple Room Discover great artists, illustrators, art concepts and more at Saturday Morning Art. All supplies are provided - just bring your creativity and a smock or old t-shirt. friends RRPL
Celebrate with the Super Happy Party Bears For students in grades K-3
Friday, November 9, 2:00-2:45 p.m., Purple Room Get acquainted with the new chapter book series the Super Happy Party Bears by Melody Reed. Put on your super happy pants to celebrate the Library’s 90th Anniversary with the Party Bears and visit with the author via Skype!
Imagination Lab
For students in grades 1-3 Tuesdays, October 2, 9, 16 & 23, 4:15-5:00 p.m., or Thursdays, October 4, 11, 18 & 25, 4:15-5:00 p.m., Purple Room Please choose one 4-week series either Tuesdays or Thursdays. Programs in each series are identical. Explore science, technology, engineering, math and the arts in each hands-on program. Full STEAM ahead! friends RRPL
River Readers Pumpkin Fun!
Book Club for students in grades 4-6
Tuesday, October 30, 4:15-5:00 p.m., Purple Room
Mondays, October 1 & November 5, 4:00-5:00 p.m., Purple Room
For students in grades 2 & 3
It’s harvest time – get ready for Halloween with special pumpkin fun! Presented by the Rocky River Beach Cliff Garden Club.
Minecrafters
For students in grades 2-6 Mondays, September 24 or October 22, 6:30-8:30 p.m. or Thursdays, November 15 or December 13, 3:30-5:30 p.m. Come and explore the digital world of Minecraft! Minecraft is an internet game focusing on creativity and building in a randomly generated 3D world. Minecrafters is held in the Computer Training Room. friends RRPL
TWEEN BOOK CLUBS & FALL PROGRAMS Registration required. A copy of the book for each club member will be available for pick up in the Children's Department at time of registration. Snacks provided.
Going Graphic!
Book Club for students in grades 4-6 Mondays, October 29 & November 26, 4:00-5:00 p.m., Purple Room Do you love comics and graphic novels? If so, then Going Graphic is a book club for you! We will read The Witch Boy by Molly Knox Ostertag followed by Awkward by Svetlana Chmakova.
Fun, friends, food, and books all come together in the River Readers book club. Our first book will be Escape from Mr. Lemoncello’s Library which will feature an exciting game of Breakout.edu. We’ll enjoy a Harry Potter snack and craft with our second book Harry Potter and the Sorcerer’s Stone.
Tween Tech Club: Ozobot Edition
For students in grades 4-6 Wednesdays, September 12, 19 & 26, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Purple Room
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Explore introductory robotics with the cute Ozobot. Program it using markers, block code and apps then show off what you can make Ozobot do!
Volunteer Youth Crew For students in grades 4-6
Wednesdays, October 3, November 7 & December 5, 4:00-5:00 p.m., Purple Room Make a difference at your Library by volunteering to work in the Children’s Department. Projects include shelving DVDs, a community service project, and decorating the Library’s holiday tree.
Cooking Club For students in grades 5-8
Mondays, September 17, October 15, November 19 & December 17, 3:30-5:00 p.m., Auditorium Join Ms. Heather and Ms. Megan after school for both healthy and delicious food creations. We will learn kitchen basics and make scrumptious dishes you can easily make at home for friends and family.
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Haunted History Tour For students in grades 5-8 Friday, October 26, 6:00-8:00 p.m., Auditorium Have you ever wanted to explore the Library after closing? Join us for a haunted historical Library tour after hours and enjoy an evening of eerie stories, local history, and spooktacular food and craft projects.
Middle School Book Club
Book Club for students in grades 6-8 Wednesdays, October 10, November 14 & December 12, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Community Room Walk over to the Library after school to join Ms. Heather and Ms. Megan for a book club just for 6th, 7th and 8th graders.
DROP-IN PROGRAMS No registration required.
Jumpstart’s Read for the Record For all ages
Thursday, October 25, 4:15-4:45 p.m., Children’s 2nd Floor Play Area Join us and more than 2 million people around the world to read the book Maybe Something Beautiful by F. Isabel Campoy and Theresa Howell and Read for the Record together! After the reading, stay for fun activities and a craft.
Retro Gaming Museum Family Event
Thursday, November 8, 2:00-4:00 p.m., Community Room Before Minecraft, there was Dig Dug. Before Mario, there was Jumpman. Before them all, there was Pong. Parents and children are invited to explore the young but varied history of Video Games in this hands-on exhibition. Come and try iconic consoles and games from the past 35 years.
Guild of the Brick For ages 5 & up
Saturdays, September 8, October 13 & November 10, 2:00-4:00 p.m., Auditorium Are you crazy about Legos®? Do you dream in bricks? Sounds like Guild of the Brick is for you. We provide the Legos®, you bring the imagination.
Mini Makerspace Exploration
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For students in grades K-3 Friday, October 12, 11:00 a.m. – 2:00 p.m., Purple Room Drop in any time from 11:00-2:00 for hands-on activities to explore, create, build, tinker, and invent to stretch your imagination! friends RRPL
Get in the Game!
For students in grades 3-6 Wednesdays, September 26, October 24 & November 28, 3:15-5:00 p.m., Auditorium Meet up after school to hang out with your friends, play games and munch on snacks. Join us for Wii U Super Smash Brothers and Mario Kart, iPads, board games and candy prize bingo!
Movie Mondays
For students in grades 3-6 Mondays, September 10, November 12 & December 10, 3:30 p.m., Auditorium Enjoy a movie after school with free popcorn and drinks. We will feature newly released DVDs along with everyone's favorite classics! 10
Children's Holiday Programs HOLIDAY PROGRAMS & STORY TIMES REGISTRATION FOR HOLIDAY PROGRAMS begins Saturday, November 10, at 9:00 a.m. To register, visit our Children’s page at www.rrpl.org, and click on Register for Programs or call 440.333.7610 ext. 5502 or stop by the Children’s Department.
Make a Gingerbread House For students in grade 2 & up and their caregivers
Saturday, December 8, 11:00 a.m. until completion of craft, Auditorium Your own “graham cracker” Gingerbread House would be a great decoration for the Holiday Season! Please be prompt. friends RRPL
Baby & Me Holiday Story Time
For babies and toddlers and their caregivers – 20-minute program, Purple Room Wednesday, December 5, 6:15 or 7:00 p.m. Thursday, December 6, 9:15 or 10:15 a.m.
Family Holiday Story Time
Holiday Craft Festival For all ages
Tuesday, November 27, 4:00-6:00 p.m., Auditorium
Drop-in
The holidays are coming and it’s time to decorate! Stop by the Library with family and friends and make ornaments together. No registration required.
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For toddlers and preschoolers and their caregivers 30-minute program, Purple Room Tuesday, December 4, 9:45 or 10:30 a.m. Thursday, December 6, 6:30 p.m.
Preschool Holiday Story Time
For ages 4, 5 & 6 on their own – 45-minute program, Green Room Monday, December 3, 1:30 or 7:00 p.m.
School Age Holiday Program For students in grades 1-3
Tuesday, December 4, 4:15-5:00 p.m., Purple Room
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Learn about Snowflake Bentley, the science behind snow, and create your own ice crystal art in this special winter program!
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Teen Programs Register now for Teen Programs. Visit the Adult Reference Desk, or call 333-7610, ext. 5501 and ask for Adult Reference. Online registration is available at www.rrpl.org. Refreshments may be served at Teen Programs.
September
ACCESSORIZE YOUR LOCKER! Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Auditorium Start the school year off right with some DIY locker upgrades! Grade 7 and up, no registration. 9/4 - Marbleized Pencils and Pen Holders 9/11 - DIY Magnets 9/18 - Felted Tissue Holders 9/25 - Pom Pom Garland
VOLUNTEENS! NEW! Thursdays, September 20, October 18, and November 15 3:30-4:30 p.m., Locations vary Attention Volunteer Youth Crew graduates! Now you can continue volunteering at the library by joining this new group designed just for 7th and 8th graders. Grades 7-8, registration required.
October TEEN BOOKS TO MOVIES Tuesdays, 3:30-6:00 p.m., Auditorium 10/2 - Love, Simon, PG-13, 109 min. 10/9 - Ready Player One, PG-13, 140 min. 10/16 - Black Panther, PG-13, 134 min.
MIDDLE SCHOOL BOOK CLUB Tuesdays, October 10, November 14, & December 12
10/23 - The Maze Runner: The Death Cure, PG-13, 144 min. 10/30 – Coraline, PG, 100 min. Grades 7 and up, no registration. Movies subject to change without notice.
3:30-4:30 p.m., Community Room Join Ms. Heather and Ms. Megan for a book club just for 6th-8th graders. Copies of the book are available in the Children's Department. Snacks provided.
SO, YOU WANT TO BE A YOUTUBER
Registration required.
Come hang out with YouTuber SwankyBox (Bradley Burke) to find out how to make videos that get tens of thousands of views. Burke is an animator, videographer, and writer who runs a gaming-focused YouTube channel and authored the book The YouTuber Journey: A Complete Guide to Pursuing a Creative Career Through YouTube.
AFTER SCHOOL COOKING CLUB
Mondays, September 17, October 15, November 19 & December 17 3:30-5:00 p.m., Auditorium Join Ms. Heather and Ms. Megan for healthy and delicious food creations. We will learn kitchen basics and make dishes you can easily make at home. Grades 5-8, registration required.
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Thursday, October 4, 4:00-5:00 p.m., Teen Room
Grades 7 and up, no registration.
COLLEGE PREP
AFTER HOURS HAUNTED HISTORY TOUR Friday, October 26 6:00-8:00 p.m., Auditorium Join us for an after-hours haunted historical library tour. Enjoy an evening of spooky stories, local history, and spooktacular food and craft projects. Grades 5-8, registration and permission slip required.
November
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Wednesdays, September 19 & October 17 7:00-8:00 p.m., Community Room No registration. September 19: Timelines, Deadlines, and Getting Started
Tuesdays, 3:30-4:30 p.m., Locations vary
The experts from College Now! will be here to get you started on the path to college. Bring all your questions and let the experts guide you.
Each week we will take something apart and make something new out of the pieces.
October 17: ACT Success: 3 Things That Will Super-Charge Your ACT Scores
DECONSTRUCT THIS!
11/6 - Deconstruct small household items 11/13 - Deconstruct books 11/20 - Deconstruct Thanksgiving Grade 7 and up, no registration.
December
TECH TUESDAYS
Erin Donovan from Exclusive Private Tutoring LLC will provide tips to help you improve your scores and advice for preventing test day panic. Bring all your ACT questions for a Q&A. Participants will receive a free study guide
PRACTICE TESTS Saturdays, September 15 and October 20
Tuesdays, 3:30-5:00, Auditorium
9:30-11:00 a.m., Community Room
Interested in making, coding or creating? Register for one or all of these STEAM activities. friends RRPL
Do you want to practice for the SAT and ACT but don’t have time to sacrifice an entire Saturday morning? Then take a free Sylvan Learning Center partial practice test.
12/4 - Pop-up, light up greeting cards 12/11 - 3D Animation using MIT's Java based visual programming environment Alice. 12/18 - Student choice-attend one of the first two session hear the options and vote.
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September 15: Partial SAT
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October 20: Partial ACT
Grades 9-12, registration required.
Grade 7 and up, registration required.
SAT/ACT FOLLOW-UP
7TH ANNUAL APL PET PARTY
Tuesdays, September 18 and October 23 6:30-7:30 p.m., Locations vary
Saturday, December 15 11:00 a.m. - 3:00 p.m., Auditorium Stop in to meet adorable animals looking for forever homes. It wouldn’t be a party without snacks and gifts, so stay for some hot chocolate and feel free to bring an item from the APL’s wish list. Family friendly, no registration.
Pick up your test results and stay for a free Sylvan Learning Center review session. No registration.
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Adult Programs SEPTEMBER GAME NIGHT Tuesdays, September 4, October 2, November 6, December 4 7:00-8:45 p.m., Community Room Join other adults to play board games. No experience necessary.
DROP-IN HELP WITH LIBRARY APPS AND THE CATALOG Wednesdays, September 5, October 3, November 7, December 5 2:30-4:30 p.m., Computer Training Lab Need help with the CLEVNET, Hoopla or Overdrive apps? Have trouble using the library catalog? Come by and we’ll give you hands-on assistance.
SHOESTRING CRAFT SATURDAY: PRINTING WITH NATURE Saturday, September 8 2:00-3:00 p.m., Community Room Fall is almost here! Capture the season by learning how to use materials from your backyard to print onto fabric. Each person will get to decorate a canvas tote using fabric paint and items from nature. Registration required.
BLOCK PARTY CLAMBAKE Thursday, September 13 5:00-7:00 p.m., Front Lawn Join your neighbors for a tasty meal and snappy tunes! Head to the library’s event calendar for a list of dinner options - including a kid’s dinner and select a 5:00 or 6:00 p.m. serving time. Pre-payment to River Dog Food Truck is required. Balloons will be twisted by The Magic Man and music will be performed by local favorite Pants on Fire from 5:30-6:30 p.m.
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THE HISTORY AND PRESENT-DAY IMPACT OF CHIEF WAHOO Thursday, September 13 7:00-8:30 p.m., Auditorium Join Dr. Theresa Walton-Fisette, a Kent State University professor specializing in sports sociology, to learn the history of Chief Wahoo and its present-day impact on Native Americans. She will present research that explains how Native American imagery in logos impacts Native people on a psychological and educational level, shifting the question from “Is it offensive?" to “Does it cause harm?” to help us examine this topic in an ethical way.
THE FAQS OF BLOOD PRESSURE Friday, September 14 10:00-11:00 a.m., Community Room Presented by Dr. Matthew Goldman, Cleveland Clinic Why is monitoring blood pressure important? What can high blood pressure do to you? Discover answers to all your blood pressure questions.
THE GOLDEN AGE OF PICTURE BOOKS IN AMERICA – 1940s-1970s Monday, September 17 7:00-8:30 p.m., Auditorium If you had an American childhood, chances are you are familiar with books from an earlier golden age, such as Goodnight Moon or Where the Wild Things Are. Join Kent State Associate Professor Marianne Martens for a talk about the first golden age of picture books. No registration required for Adult Programming unless noted.
Fil m S c reeni ngs Join a local expert in your community to learn something new. Experts will do a brief presentation and Q&A will follow. 7:00-8:00 p.m., Community Room September 17: Understanding Health Insurance Coverage Requirements and Supplemental Options October 15: HVAC Maintenance Balancing Your Comfort System-Things Homeowners Should Know
All films begin at 6:30 p.m. and are in the Auditorium unless otherwise noted. We’ll have the popcorn ready!
INDIE INT’L FILM FESTIVAL Mondays, September 10, October 15, November 12, December 10
Explore the world of cinema with a monthly mix of indie and foreign films.
RETRO FAMILY MOVIES
November 19: Understanding Liability, Your Personal Home and Auto Insurance
Sunday, September 30 - The Goonies Sunday, November 25 - Karate Kid 1:00 p.m., Auditorium
December 10: Know Your Rights When Interacting with the Police
MOVIE MATINEE - Fridays,
December 17: Do You Need a Trust, or is a Will Enough? How to Know
September 28, October 26, November 30, December 28, 12:00 p.m., Auditorium Enjoy a popular new release.
IRISH IMMIGRATION TO CLEVELAND
POP-UP PICTURE SHOW
Tuesday, September 18 7:00-8:30 p.m., Auditorium
A DAY OF FRANKENSTEIN
Margaret Lynch, Executive Director of the Irish American Archives Society, will give an illustrated talk about the various waves of Irish immigration to Cleveland in the 19th through the mid-20th centuries and the ways that these immigrants made their mark on Cleveland.
Celebrate the anniversary of Mary Shelley’s cultural classic Frankenstein with a day of movies inspired by the great novel.
WHAT TO CONSIDER BEFORE YOU BEGIN REMODELING
1:15 p.m. - Young Frankenstein (1974)
Wednesday, September 19 7:00-8:00 p.m.,Auditorium
JUST THE FACTS DOCUMENTARY SERIES
Thinking about remodeling in the spring? Start your planning now! Professionals from Odell Construction Inc. will suggest when to start the initial conversation about remodeling, give an overview of the typical design-build remodeling process, and everything in between. Attendees will receive a free copy of The Odell Construction Inc. Remodeling Guide eBook.
Saturday, October 20 - Carrie, 1:00 p.m. Saturday, October 27, 10:00 a.m.-5:30 p.m.
10:00 a.m. - Frankenstein (1931) 11:30 a.m. - Abbott and Costello Meet Frankenstein (1948) 3:30 p.m. - Mary Shelley’s Frankenstein (1994)
Monday, November 5 - Won't You Be My Neighbor
BOOKS ON THE BIG SCREEN Monday, December 3
Check out a movie inspired by a book. Please note: These films may not be rated and should be assumed to have mature content. friends RRPL
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Adult Programs PARENTS’ MOCKTAIL HOUR: HELPING TEENS NAVIGATE SOCIAL PRESSURES Thursday, September 27 3:30-4:30 p.m., Community Room
FROM FULL-TIME JOB TO FULLTIME YOUTUBER Thursday, October 4 6:30-7:30 p.m., Auditorium
“Tune In Thursday”
Bradley Burke is the author of The YouTuber Journey and creator of a gaming-focused YouTube channel called SwankyBox with tens of millions of views. He will share his personal journey and pass on tips for delivering quality videos, building an audience, and overcoming fears that prevent people from creating.
AN EVENING OF CLASSICAL AND JAZZ SAXOPHONE
IS HOME CARE RIGHT FOR YOU?
The Cleveland Health and Wellness Center will lead a discussion to provide parents tips for helping their teens navigate social pressures.
Thursday, September 27 7:00-8:00 p.m., Auditorium Greg Banaszak, Professor of Saxophone at The Cleveland Institute of Music and Case Western Reserve University and Music Director at Lutheran West, accompanied by a pianist and other assisting musicians, will perform works by J.S. Bach, Sergei Rachmaninoff, Charles Chaplin, Louis Armstrong, and many more. friends RRPL
OCTOBER WOW FACTOR: 150 YEARS OF COLLECTING BOLD CLOTHES Tuesday, October 2 7:00-8:30 p.m., Auditorium
Patty Edmondson, Museum Advisory Council Curator of Costume and Textiles at Western Reserve Historical Society, will discuss 150 years of showstopping clothing and accessories made by Cleveland designers as well as international designers such as Christian Dior and Carolina Herrera.
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Friday, October 5 10:00-11:00 a.m., Community Room Presented by Ellen Minard, CNP, Daughters with Degrees Find out what home care can do for you and what you should look for in a home care provider.
TEA TRADITIONS AROUND THE WORLD Wednesday, October 10 7:00-8:30 p.m., Auditorium Certified Tea Specialist and owner of Palmer Place Fine Teas Patricia Dennison will lead us in a tea tasting focusing on teas that are popular in China, India, Morocco, Russia, and England.
Registration required.
SHOESTRING CRAFT SATURDAY: BURLAP WALL HANGING Saturday, October 13 2:00-3:00 p.m., Community Room
Looking to dress up a room with some shabby chic charm? Burlap and lace will come together to create a unique wall hanging for your home. Come and create a charming piece of decor to show off your creative side! Registration required.
MANAGING CHRONIC BACK PAIN Tuesday, October 16, 2:00-3:00 p.m., Community Room Katie Evanchik, Spine Medicine Physician Assistant from the Cleveland Clinic, will share tools to cope with chronic back pain.
Meet the Author CLAIRE MCMILLAN Wednesday, October 17 6:30-7:30 p.m., Auditorium Writer of historical fiction, this author’s latest title The Necklace occurs during our favorite decade of the 1920s and The Gilded Age takes place in contemporary Cleveland. Ms. McMillan will talk about her books, life as a writer, and answer questions from the audience. Books will be available for sale with a portion of the proceeds going to Friends of the Rocky River Public Library.
MAKE AN ORIGAMI BOOK Thursday, October 18 6:30-8:30 p.m., Auditorium Fold paper to form a fall-themed origami book that holds photos, ticket stubs, recipes, letters from loved ones, and other keepsakes. Registration required.
On Stage
In River
SHAWN BREWSTER AND THE LOVELIES Saturday, October 20 6:30-7:30 p.m.,
West Shore Unitarian Universalist Church, 20401 Hilliard Boulevard A trio of folk music artists based out of Cleveland will be featured during our current On Stage, In River performance. Hear Shawn, Shelby, and Stacey present original and familiar songs for your listening enjoyment. Bring the family, your friends, or come on your own and be prepared for a fun experience.
“Tune In Thursday” HEY MAVIS Thursday, October 25 7:00-8:00 p.m., Auditorium Join Americana-folk duo Hey Mavis to hear songs from their latest project, Silver Ribbon Dream - People & Stories of the Ohio & Erie Canal. friends RRPL
NOVEMBER Meet the Author WINIFRED RULE
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Thursday, November 1 7:00-8:00 p.m., Auditorium Winifred Rule is the author of Born to Destroy, which recounts her experiences growing up with a psychopathic mother and sister. Winifred will share about how to spot a psychopath, the most dangerous personality disorder known.
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Adult Programs FRAUD WATCH Friday, November 2 10:00-11:00 a.m., Community Room Presented by Terry Supancic, AARP Get the tools and resources to fight back with the AARP Fraud Watch Network. Join us for a discussion about how to spot and avoid identity theft and fraud so you can protect yourself and your family.
SEASONAL AFFECTIVE DISORDER Thursday, November 8 7:00-8:00 p.m., Auditorium What is seasonal affective disorder (also called seasonal depression)? How do you recognize it in yourself and others? What can you do about it? Join Dr. Matthew Goldman of the Cleveland Clinic to learn more.
WHAT I WANT TO SAY: WRITING PERSONAL ESSAYS AND MEMOIR WITH MARSHA MCGREGOR Thursdays, November 8 and 15 2:00-4:00 p.m., Auditorium Learn how to mine your life experiences for their stories and earned wisdom. These workshops will include instruction, interaction and in-class writing to generate the seeds of your personal essays and memoirs. Writers of all experience levels are welcome, whether you are just beginning to explore memoir or need renewed inspiration for your writing practice. Please plan to attend both sessions. Registration required.
JUMP START YOUR CREATIVE WRITING Saturday, November 10 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. (Poetry focus) Monday, November 26 7:00 – 8:00 p.m. (Fiction focus) Community Room Itching to write but struggling to get motivated? Join us to read inspiring pieces, talk craft, respond to a prompt, and share what you’ve written. Writing utensils, paper, snacks, and coffee will be provided.
SHOESTRING CRAFT SATURDAY: PULLED STRING ART BOOKMARK Saturday, November 10 2:00-3:00 p.m., Community Room You won’t believe how easy these beautiful custom bookmarks are to make. With just string and ink you will make beautiful abstract patterns that will make sure you never lose your place.
Registration required.
MEDITATION FOR BEGINNERS Monday, November 12 7:00-8:30 p.m., Community Room Meditation can combat stress, focus the mind, and promote compassion, joy and kindness. Learn more about how meditation can work for you, and practice meditation in a safe and supportive environment.
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HOMEMADE YEAST BREADS AND FLAVORED BUTTERS Wednesday, November 14 7:00-8:30 p.m., Auditorium Susan Aldrich will give us the rundown on different kinds of yeast and flour. We will get a chance to taste easy-tomake breads with yummy flavored butters. Recipes and tips for the beginning or advanced baker will be provided. Registration required. friends RRPL
Meet the Author
TRADITIONAL HOLIDAY KALOCHIS
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Thursday, December 6 7:00-8:00 p.m., Auditorium Kalochis have a versatile dough that can be used to form a myriad of holiday cookies. Sue Johansen of Wild Flour Bakery will show us how to make the traditional kalochi, as well as the tri-fold, pinwheel, and kiffle. Recipe handouts and samples provided. friends RRPL
SHOESTRING CRAFT SATURDAY: HAND FELTED ORNAMENTS
KURT LANDEFELD Tuesday, November 20 6:30-7:30 p.m., Community Room
DECEMBER
Photo courtesy of Sandusky Register
What if Jack Kerouac faked his death to go on a voyage of self-discovery? Read Jack’s Memoirs: Off the Road, to travel on this fictional journey as imagined by Mr. Landefeld. The author will talk about his book, life as a writer and answer questions from the audience.
Books will be available for sale with a portion of the proceeds going to Friends of the Rocky River Public Library.
RETURNING TO MARY POPPINS Thursday, November 29 7:00-8:00 p.m., Auditorium Are you celebrating the release of the Mary Poppins sequel, Mary Poppins Returns, by re-reading the book or re-watching the 1964 film? Why not join Cleveland State University Professor of English Dr. Rachel Carnell to learn more about the author, P. L. Travers, the historical moment she was writing in, and how Mary Poppins differs from other notable governesses in literature such as Jane Eyre.
Saturday, December 8 2:00-3:00 p.m., Community Room Heard of felt making but didn’t know where to start? Come and see how easy it can be to transform wool into a fuzzy ornament to warm your holiday season.
Registration required.
BOOK A LIBRARIAN RESUME HELP Looking to improve your resume or create a new one? We now offer one-on-one sessions with a Librarian who will give you tips on wording and formatting using Microsoft Word.
GENEALOGY 101 Need some guidance navigating your family tree? Reserve an appointment for a one-on-one session with a Librarian who will help you to start your family history research. Please visit or call the Adult Reference Desk at (440) 333-7610, ext. 5501 for additional information and to set up an appointment.
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Adult Programs OHIO HISTORY BOOK DISCUSSION Thursday, September 6 1:00-2:00 p.m., Community Room
Blood Brothers: The Story of the Strange Friendship Between Sitting Bull and Buffalo Bill by Deanne Stillman. This book is a finalist for the 2018 Ohioana Book Award in nonfiction honoring outstanding works by Ohio authors. Please read and come to discuss.
BOOK TALK FOR ADULTS Fridays, September 28, October 26, November 30, December 28 10:00-11:00 a.m., Community Room Let’s talk about what books are trending, different genres, and share some of your favorite book picks. Go home with a list of titles & authors so you will be ready to jump into that next great book.
IN THE MARGINS
7:00-8:00 p.m., Community Room Join us for In the Margins, a new book and discussion group for Rocky River Public Library. Each month we will have a different discussion topic focused on identity, race, equity and privilege along with a chosen Sci-fi/ Fantasy novel that explores that topic. Tuesday, September 25 The Merry Spinster by Mallory Ortberg Topic: Gender Fluidity
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IN THE MARGINS CONT'D 7:00-8:00 p.m., Community Room Tuesday, October 30
The Ballad of Black Tom By Victor LaValle Topic: Racism
Tuesday, November 27 The Body Artist by Don DeLillo Topic: Dealing with the suicide of a loved one. Tuesday, December 18 Vampires in the Lemon Grove by Karen Russell Topic: Economics & Identity
MEN’S BOOK DISCUSSION Tuesday, October 16 7:00-8:00 p.m., Community Room American Fire by Monica Hesse A true crime story of arson and mystery, this exciting story chronicles not just the events of Accomack County but of how the shift in industry has affected American towns and lives. Please read and come to discuss.
CLASSIC BOOK DISCUSSION Monday, October 29 7:00-8:00 p.m., Community Room Frankenstein by Mary Shelley The influence of this cultural phenomenon on popular culture has led to movies, plays, musicals and countless books. Join us as we celebrate the 200th anniversary of this significant novel. Please read and come to discuss.
ADULT ROCKY RIVER READERS BOOK GROUP 7:00-8:00 p.m., Community Room Thursday, October 11 A Gentleman in Moscow by Amor Towles In 1922, Count Alexander Rostov, a Russian aristocrat, is conscripted to live out his days under house arrest in a luxury hotel in Moscow, in a small attic apartment. There, Rostov struggles to maintain his dignity in the decades that follow the Russian Revolution. Read and come to discuss. Thursday, December 13 The Great Alone by Kristin Hannah Ernt Allbright, a former POW, returns from the Vietnam war a changed man who decides to move his family north, where they will live off the grid in America’s last true frontier, Alaska. Set in the turbulent 1970s, this novel paints a portrait of a family in crisis and a community on the brink of change. Read and come to discuss.
OUR COMMUNITY READS Tuesday, October 23 6:30-7:30 p.m., Community Room The Sun Does Shine by Anthony Ray Hinton Read Anthony Ray Hinton’s memoir of decades on death row and recent exoneration before joining the discussion led by Lt. George Lichman of Rocky River Police Department.
Book Discussion in a Bag Are you part of a book club? We can help you find discussion questions, author biographies and more, just stop by the reference desk and ask. We also have book club kits available for checkout. Simply search the catalog for “Book Discussion in a Bag” to see available titles.
Meet the Author Fall 2018
O CTOBER October 17
CLAIRE MCMILLAN
6:30 p.m., Auditorium
NOVEMBER November 1
WINIFRED RULE 7:00 p.m., Auditorium
November 20
KURT LANDEFELD
6:30 p.m., Community Room
Photo courtesy of Sandusky Register
On Stage
In River
SHAWN BREWSTER AND THE LOVELIES Saturday, October 20 6:30-7:30 p.m.
West Shore Unitarian Universalist Church 20401 Hilliard Boulevard
Hear Shawn, Shelby, and Stacey present original and familiar folk music for your listening enjoyment. Bring the family, your friends, or come on your own - and be prepared for a fun experience.
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Old Time Radio
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BETWEEN THE COVERS The Reading Room is a database of nearly 8,000 titles that have been read and reviewed by our own Library staff. The Reading Room can be found on our website or at http://readingroom.rrpl.org
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Kate Atkinson
Gretchen Anthony
Transcription As an 18-year-old in 1940, Julie Armstrong was recruited to be a member of M15 tasked with monitoring a group of British Fascists. Ten years later, while working as a BBC producer, she is unexpectedly confronted by dangerous individuals from her past. Imogen Hermes Gowar The Mermaid and Mrs. Hancock When one of his trading vessels returns to 18th-century London with the remarkable body of a mermaid, merchant Jonah is suddenly popular in high society drawing rooms and falls in love with a highly accomplished courtesan. Mary Kubica
When the Lights Go Out Jessie Sloan’s mother is dying and she can’t imagine life without her. When questions about her past arise as she’s searching her mother’s papers, Jessie begins to question her identity. Meanwhile, Eden desperately wants a child and will do almost anything to get one. Gary Shteyngart
Lake Success
Hedge fund manager Barry Cohen is a mess. Upset by an SEC investigation, his wife’s ambition, and his son’s autism diagnosis, he boards a cross-country Greyhound bus in search of his college girlfriend and the ideals of his youth. Stuart Turton
The 7½ Deaths of Evelyn Hardcastle Aiden Bishop wakes up each morning, doomed to repeat the same day over and over. To escape the curse, Aiden must solve the case of Evelyn Hardcastle, who is murdered at her English country estate every evening at 11:00 p.m.
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Evergreen Tidings from the Baumgartners Violet cannot wait to pen her annual holiday letter and include all the details of the grand retirement party she’s planning for her husband. Instead her daughter Cerise and her partner Barb reveal a secret before the 200 guests that shatters Violet’s tidy world. Dave Barry
Lessons from Lucy: The Simple Joys of an Old, Happy Dog Facing the challenges of middle age, Barry looks with warmth and humor to his beloved dog Lucy to learn how to manage aging gracefully. Seven lessons join observations of life and amusing anecdotes as only Barry can deliver. Barbara Kingsolver
Unsheltered
Willa moves her family to a dilapidated house in Vineland, NJ when she and her husband lose their jobs. Hoping to find that the home has historic value, she discovers that the previous owners were kindred spirits, 19th century reformers and idealists threatened by a local demagogue. Kate Morton
The Clockmaker’s Daughter London-based archivist Elodie Winslow finds an 18th-century photograph and sketchbook and feels she recognizes it from her childhood. How does she know so much about this image of Oxfordshire’s Birchwood Manor and who is the ghostly narrator roaming its halls? Jodi Picoult
A Spark of Light Hugh McElroy, a police hostage negotiator, rushes to the scene of a women’s reproductive health services clinic where a gunman has opened fire and taken hostages. What’s especially difficult is that his 15-year-old daughter Wren is inside the clinic.
VOLUME 32, ISSUE 3
NOVEMBER David Baldacci
DECEMBER Robin Cook
Long Road to Mercy
Pandemic
Baldacci’s new series stars Atlee Pine, an FBI special agent working out West as a criminal profiler. There’s been a rash of cases of people gone missing in the Grand Canyon, and when a mutilated mule corpse with no rider is discovered there, Pine finally has her first clue.
When a young woman collapses suddenly on the NYC subway and dies, doctors initially suspect influenza; then more young people turn up dead. After Dr. Jack Stapleton discovers that all the affected have had transplants, he unveils the dark underbelly of the organ-transplant market.
Oyinkan Braithwaite
My Sister, the Serial Killer Korede’s younger sister, Ayoola, is beautiful and charming, but she’s got the nasty habit of killing her boyfriends. When a doctor at the hospital Korede works at begins to fall for her sister, she realizes that she must act fast, so she isn’t stuck cleaning up her sister’s mess once again. Sebastian Faulks
Paris Echo
American scholar Hannah has returned to Paris to research the Nazi occupation. Soon she meets Tariq, a dreamy Moroccan teenager and, as he’s new to the city, invites him to be her lodger. Both face challenges to their pre-conceived notions of the City of Light. Jonathan Lethem
The Feral Detective Her friend’s daughter is missing, so Phoebe finds herself in the desert at the shabby trailer of Charles Heist, a man with a talent for finding people. Together, they search through off-the-grid California communities, enclaves where Charles seems to have too close of a connection. Liane Moriarty
Nine Perfect Strangers Romance novelist Frances Welty arrives at a health resort with a sore back and a broken heart and is immediately intrigued by her fellow guests and the resort's magnetic owner. In the next ten days she and the other guests will face challenges they never expected.
Nuruddin Farah
North of Dawn Gacalo and Mugdi have raised their children peacefully in Oslo. Their son, however, becomes an extremist, returns to Somalia and blows himself up in a suicide attack. Homeless, his widow and children go to Norway to live with Gacalo and Mugdi, bringing their religiosity with them. Val McDermid
Broken Ground Alice Somerville has been digging in the Highland peat bog for her inheritance, buried six feet under by her grandfather during World War II. The treasure is there, but so is a dead body with a hole between the eyes. Detective Karen Pirie is called in to investigate. Brenda Novak
Before We Were Strangers When she was five, Sloane’s mother disappeared. She always suspected that her father was at fault, though the official story was that her mother ran off. Another loss forces Sloane to return to her small Texas town seeking answers, but her family would rather the truth stay hidden. Lolly Winston
Me for You
At 54, Rudy has become a widower and lost his career. His new job as a pianist at Nordstrom’s is helping, as is his new acquaintance with Bella, the watch clerk. Then the police arrive and announce that Rudy might be a suspect in his wife’s death. Will their budding romance survive?
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National Library Card Sign Up Month Game Night Ohio History Book Discussion Guild of the Brick Shoestring Craft: Printing With Nature Movie Mondays Indie International Film Fest Yoga Story Time Tween Tech Club: Ozobot Edition Middle School Book Club Tech Tales Block Party Clambake The History and Present-Day Impact on Chief Wahoo SLS: The FAQs of Blood Pressure Adapted Story Time Practice Tests: Partial SAT After School Cooking Club The Golden Age of Picture Books in America - 1940s - 1970s The More You Know: Understanding Health Insurance Messy Art for 2s and 3s SAT/ACT Follow-Up Irish Immigration to Cleveland Computer Breakfast Series: Smart Homes Road to College: Timelines,Deadlines,and Getting Started What to Consider Before You Begin Remodeling Volunteens! SMart Cowan Classic Film Fest: The Thin Man Minecrafters In the Margins: The Merry Spinster Get in the Game Parents Mocktail Hour Tune in Thursday: Classical and Jazz Saxophone Book Talk for Adults Movie Matinee Retro Family Movie: The Goonies
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River Readers Game Night 150 Years of Collecting Bold Clothes Volunteer Youth Crew So You Want to Be a YouTuber From Full-Time Father to YouTuber SLS: Is Home Care Right for You? Adapted Story Time LIBRARY CLOSED - Staff Development Day Middle School Book Club Tea Traditions Around the World Adult River Readers Book Group: A Gentleman in Moscow Mini Makerspace Exploration Guild of the Brick Shoestring Craft: Burlap Wall Hanging After School Cooking Club The More You Know: HVAC Maintenance Indie International Film Fest Managing Chronic Back Pain Men’s Book Discussion: American Fire Road to College: ACT Success Meet the Author: Claire McMillan Computer Breakfast Series: Communication Via Satellite by NASA Volunteens! Make an Origami Book Pop-Up Picture Show: Carrie On Stage in River: Shawn Brewster and the Lovelies Practice Tests: Partial ACT Cowan Classic Film Fest: Suspicion Minecrafters Our Community Reads: The Sun Does Shine SAT / ACT Follow-up Get in the Game Jumpstart’s Read for the Record Tune in Thursday: Hey Mavis Movie Matinee Book Talk for Adults After Hours Haunted History Tour A Day of Frankenstein Cats, Bats and Halloween Crafts Going Graphic Classic Book Discussion: Frankenstein Yoga Story Time Pumpkin Fun! In the Margins: The Ballad of Black Tom
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Meet the Author: Winifred Rule SLS: Fraud Watch Adapted Story Time River Readers Books on the Big Screen Game Night Messy Art for 2s & 3s Volunteer Youth Crew Seasonal Affective Disorder Retro Gaming Museum What I Want to Say Celebrate with the Super Happy Party Bears Shoestring Craft: Pulled String Art Bookmark Guild of the Brick Jump Start Your Creative Writing Movie Mondays Indie International Film Fest Meditation for Beginners Yoga Story Time Computer Breakfast Series: Last 90 Years in Technology Play Learn and Grow Middle School Book Club Chef’s Secrets: Homemade Breads and Butters Play Learn and Grow Minecrafters Volunteens! What I Want to Say 90 th Anniversary Celebration Parachute Play After School Cooking Club The More You Know: Understanding Insurance Meet the Author: Kurt Landefeld THANKSGIVING EVE (CLOSE AT 6:00 P.M.) CLOSED for Thanksgiving Retro Family Movie: Karate Kid Jump Start Your Creative Writing Going Graphic Cowan Classic Film Fest: Double Indemnity In the Margins: The Body Artist Holiday Craft Festival Tech Coffee Chat Get in the Game Returning to Mary Poppins Tech Tales Movie Matinee Book Talk for Adults
7:00 A 10:00 CR 10:00 PR 4:00 PR 6:30 A 7:00 CR 9:30 or 11:00 PR 4:00 PR 7:00 A 2:00 CR 2:00 A 2:00 PR 2:00 CR 2:00 A 11:00 CR 3:30 A 6:30 A 7:00 CR 6:30 A 9:30 A 6:30 PR 3:30 CR 7:00 A 10:00 PR 3:30 CTC 3:30 * 2:00 A 11:30 * 1:30 or 7:00 PR 3:30 A 7:00 CR 6:30 CR 1:00 A 7:00 CR 4:00 PR 6:30 A 7:00 CR 4:00 A 9:30 CR 3:15 A 7:00 A 6:30 PR 12:00 A 10:00 CR
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Adapted Story Time 10:00 PR Just the Facts Documentary Series 6:30 A Game Night 7:00 CR Volunteer Youth Crew 4:00 PR Ready for Dessert? Traditional Holiday Kalochis 7:00 A Make a Gingerbread House 11:00 A Shoestring Craft: Hand Felted Ornaments 2:00 CR Movie Mondays 3:30 A Parachute Play 1:30 or 7:00 PR The More You Know: Know Your Rights 7:00 CR Indie International Film Fest 6:30 A Middle School Book Club 3:30 CR Play Learn and Grow 6:30 PR Computer Breakfast Series: Smart Health Gadgets 9:30 A Adult River Readers Book Group: The Great Alone 7:00 CR Play Learn and Grow 10:00 PR Minecrafters 3:30 CTC 7 th Annual APL Pet Party 11:00 A After School Cooking Club 3:30 A Cowan Classic Film Fest: Rear Window 6:30 A The More You Know: Do You Need a Trust, or is a Will Enough? How to Know 7:00 CR In the Margins: Vampires in the Lemon Grove 7:00 CR CLOSED for Christmas Eve CLOSED for Christmas Book Talk for Adults 10:00 CR Movie Matinee 12:00 A CLOSED for New Year's Eve
A = Auditorium ● CR = Community Room ● CPA = Children's Play Area ● CTC= Computer Training Center ● GR = Green Room ● LL= Library Lawn ● * = Location Varies ● PR = Purple Room ● TR=Teen Room ● WSUUC = West Shore Unitarian Universalist Church The Library makes every effort to provide interpretation of Library programs for patrons who are deaf or hearing-impaired. Please call 333-7610, at least one week prior to the Library program to request this service.
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