Lakewood Public Library
Lakewood, Ohio
While Police Detective Mark McPherson (Dana Andrews) is investigating the murder of advertising executive Laura Hunt (Gene Tierney) he sees a portrait of her and falls in love. Laura’s friend and mentor, gossip columnist Waldo Lydecker (Clifton Webb), joins the investigation and derides the detective for falling in love with a painting. David Raksin’s haunting musical score adds to […]
Step back into the golden age of American electric railways. Manny Marotta is a 20th century historian who, in 2025, collaborated with famed Northeast Ohio railway historians Tom Patton and Dennis Lamont to produce a definitive guide to the Lakeshore Electric Railway (LSE). The train ran between Toledo and Cleveland from 1884 to 1938, passing prominently through Lakewood. Marotta will […]
William Shakespeare’s beloved comedy of wit, romance, and misunderstandings gets a fresh, modern spin in this black-and-white adaptation by Joss Whedon. Set in a contemporary home but performed entirely in Shakespeare’s original language, the film highlights how timeless the humor and relationships really are. With a lively ensemble cast and a breezy tone, it’s a reminder that […]
The first novel in the Remembrance of Earth's Past trilogy portrays a fictional past, present, and future wherein Earth encounters an alien civilization. The extraterrestrials hail from a nearby system of three Sun-like stars orbiting one another, a representative example of the three-body problem in orbital mechanics.
Joy King is an author, actress, and motivational speaker inspiring audiences with stories of healing and resilience. As an actress, she has appeared in Hulu’s Eenie Meenie and worked alongside award-winning actors such as Nicholas Hoult and Pete Davidson. Hope is her debut book, a self-help and journaling hybrid which encourages readers to rebuild, rediscover, and rise again through reflection and faith. Joy King will help you explore life’s setbacks and turning points. Books will be available […]
"Grandpa, why do the Browns always lose?" Compelled by a Cleveland Browns-induced frustration, author and grandfather Dave Eifert turned to writing as catharsis, and in the process, unearthed the sole reason why the Browns always lose: they are cursed. Join the author for an interactive discussion about the team, the curse and its mysterious origins as detailed in his new novel. Books will be available for sale and signing at the event. t
Come hear Calliope at Lakewood Public Library and read your poem at an Open Mic! The women’s poetry circle will share poems that inspire, entertain and encourage you to view the world in a new light. Featured are Diana Lueptow, Haylee Schwenk, Maria Perme, Cora McCann Liderbach, Shei Sanchez, Sujata Lakhe, Lindsay Barba and Jackie Zielke. The members of Calliope have published poems in chapbooks, journals and anthologies across […]
Artificial Intelligence (AI) is everywhere these days, but what does it actually mean for you? Join Megan Allen, Director of Online Learning Design & Delivery at Case Western Reserve University for a beginner-friendly primer designed to take the mystery out of this technology. You’ll learn how AI can assist with your daily hobbies, travel planning, and writing, with a special focus on ethics and online safety. No prior experience […]
Private Detective Philip Marlowe (Humphrey Bogart) is hired to investigate Carmen Sternwood (Martha Vickers) and the debts she owes to a shady bookseller. Her older sister Vivian (Lauren Bacall) becomes involved and tries to tell the shamus how to do his job. Several murders later, the complex narrative takes a new turn when Vivian receives a blackmail […]
Spend an hour with the former Superintendent of Lakewood City Schools, Dr. Michael Burns, for a discussion of his latest book, Winning: Lessons on Life, Learning, and Leadership. Through personal stories and pivotal moments, he highlights both the triumphs and challenges of a life dedicated to education, leadership, and making a difference. Dr. Michael Barnes is currently the Superintendent of Mayfield City Schools, serves as […]
Based on Herman Melville’s epic American novel, this classic adaptation brings the obsession and grandeur of the original story to the screen. Gregory Peck stars as Captain Ahab, whose relentless pursuit of the white whale drives both his crew—and himself—toward destruction. With sweeping visuals and a dramatic score, the film captures the novel’s themes of […]
The Women is a historical fiction novel by American author Kristin Hannah. The book tells the story of Frances "Frankie" McGrath, a young nurse who serves in the United States Army Nurse Corps during the Vietnam War.