Lakewood Public Library
Lakewood, Ohio
For four generations, the Adams family had a profound impact on not only the United States’s founding through the American Revolution, but its cultural and political development as well. From John and Abigail Adams to Henry and Clover Adams and their Cleveland friends, this lecture, from Dr. Robert Shimp of the Lakewood Historical Society, will explore the […]
The Wager tells the true, dramatic story of the 18th-century British warship HMS Wager, which shipwrecked off Patagonia during a secret mission against Spain, leading to brutal survival, mutiny, murder, and a sensational court-martial back in England, as the crew fractured into competing factions each telling a different version of events.
“Sargeant” Molly Pitcher- as generals of the Continental army called her- bravely assisted soldiers on the battlefield, even firing cannons at the British during the Revolutionary War. Dolley Madison, with the gifts of charm and hospitality, came to define the role of First Lady when her husband, James Madison, took office as the fourth President of the United States. Join Women in History’s Ruth Pangrace and Leslie Stager for an engaging hour as they breathe […]
Hitch-hiking drifter Frank Chambers (John Garfield) gets dropped off in front of the “Twin Oaks,” a diner/service station on the California coast. He sees a sign that says, “Man Wanted” and decides to see if he can get the job. He soon learns that the sign had more than one meaning. He gets hired by […]
Did you know FDR’s blood pressure read 300 on the day he died? Join us for an informative talk as Tom Strong, a noted medical lecturer and patient advocate, traces the health problems afflicting our presidents while they were in office. From Geroge Washington to Donald Trump, the president’s health has been a significant issue, and in some cases, impacted history.
John le Carré’s celebrated Cold War novel is brought to life in this tense, deliberately paced espionage thriller. Set within British intelligence, the story follows a quiet hunt for a Soviet mole hidden deep within the agency. The film rewards close attention, favoring mood, performance, and subtle clues over action—very much in the spirit of […]
Paul Revere has been in America’s public consciousness since Henry Wadsworth Longfellow released The Midnight Ride of Paul Revere in 1861. The famous poem and its memory made Paul Revere famous, but his life and impacts to the country go well beyond one night in April of 1775. Learn about his incredible contributions to the nation and to our region in this lecture. Dr. Robert […]
Kyrylo Mahlay, an assistant teacher at the Cleveland School of Bandura, will present a lecture on the life of Hnat Khotkevych (1877-1938) and his influence on the Ukrainian instrument, the bandura. After the talk, Kyrylo will demonstrate the harp-like instrument with its distinctive bright sound for the audience. This event is sponsored by the Ohio Arts Council.
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.
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 […]
Spend an hour with the former Superintendent of Lakewood City Schools, Dr. Michael Barnes, 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 […]
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 […]