Events at Main Library

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Just Baby ‘N Me

For You and Your Birth to 24-Month-Old Baby Just Baby 'N Me is a lap-sit story time ideal for babies from birth through early walkers. The focus is on rhymes, songs, finger plays and exploring short books together. Just Baby 'N Me is meant to facilitate interaction between you and your baby, develop their language […] Read More

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Meet The Author- Cycling Rights

  Protect yourself and others as you enjoy the fun of riding your bike this season. Author and Attorney Ken Knabe will discuss the newest edition of his book Cycling Rights which includes seven comprehensive all-new chapters: Group Riding, Cycling Safety & Kids, Bike Cleveland, Local NEO Bike Clubs, The Ohio Bicycling Federation, The Ohio […] Read More

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Storytime with Lakewood Suzuki Strings: For Children 2 and Up

A string ensemble performs an arrangement of famous melodies from Bizet's opera Carmen, while the narrator reads The Story of Ferdinand by Munroe Leaf. The performance is followed by an instrument "petting zoo", where kids are guided by professional musicians on how to touch, feel, and hold a real stringed instrument. No registration required. Read More

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Lakewood Public Cinema- The Third Man (1949)

An American writer (Joseph Cotten) arrives in Vienna to take a job with his old school chum, Harry Lime (Orson Welles). He soon discovers that Lyme has been killed, but no one can tell him how or why. Read More

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Tail Waggin’ Tutors

For School-Age Children Your child can bone up on their reading skills during a one-on-one session in a dog-friendly atmosphere. Students can practice reading with one of the dogs and owners that have been certified through Therapy Dogs International, an organization dedicated to regulating, testing and registering therapy dogs and their volunteer handlers. Reading to […] Read More

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Music Therapy & More for You and Your 7 to 12-Year Old Child

This program is desinged for families and children (ages 7 through 12 years) with complex needs or disabilities. Participants will engage in singing, listening, instrument play and movement to music in an interactive enviornment. Families learn to use music to enhance gross motor skills, develop body awareness and practice social skills. Registration is required. Register […] Read More

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Adapted Playgroup for You and Your Children, Ages 18 Months through 6-Years

Come play with us! Adapted Playgroup is a safe, welcoming enviornment for caregivers of children with concerns about development. Your child will enjoy engaging with others while practicing play and social skills. You will have the chance to interact with our experienced Intervention Specialist who can provide tips on everything from behavior to social skills. […] Read More

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SAT and ACT Mini Boot Camps by College Now: For Students in Eleventh or Twelfth Grade

This free Boot Camp, hosted by College Now Greater Cleveland is for eleventh and twelfth graders who seek to improve their potential to achieve a competitive score on the SAT or ACT test.  Registration is required. The ACT and SAT sessions are separate registrations. Register online at lakewoodpubliclibrary.org/youth or call (216) 226-8275, ext. 140.  Read More

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Preschool Story Time For You and Your 2 to 5-Year-Old Child

This preschool story time is ideal for walkers, new talkers and children learning early literacy skills. You and your child will enjoy short books, songs and rhymes. The focus is on skills with your participation as a model. No registration required. Read More

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Family Weekend Wonders Drop-In Story Time

Looking for weekend entertainment? Look no further! Drop in to the Library's special weekend story time. You will enjoy these programs full of captivating stories, engaging activities, entertaining music and clever crafts. Family Weekend Wonders Drop-In Story Time is offered every weekend throughout the year and features a different theme each week to keep things […] Read More