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New Books
Love Your Life
Written by: Sophie Kinsella Call Ava romantic, but she thinks love should be found in the real world, not on apps that filter men by […]
In a Holidaze
Written by: Christina Lauren It’s the most wonderful time of the year…but not for Maelyn Jones. She’s living with her parents, hates her going-nowhere job, […]
Invisible Girl
Written by: Lisa Jewell Owen Pick’s life is falling apart. In his thirties and living in his aunt’s spare bedroom, he has just been suspended […]
Silent Bite
Written by: David Rosenfelt Lawyer Andy Carpenter can finally take a breath; he’s back on dry land after a family Caribbean cruise forced on him […]
Unrestricted Access: New and Classic Short Fiction
Written by: James Rollins In this breathtaking collection of short fiction, his first ever anthology, James Rollins brings together twelve thrilling stories that dig a […]
Funeral for a Friend
Written by: Brian Freeman Jonathan Stride’s best friend, Steve Garske, makes a shocking deathbed confession: he protected Stride by covering up a murder. Hours later, the […]
They Never Learn
Written by: Layne Fargo Scarlett Clark is an exceptional English professor. But she’s even better at getting away with murder. Every year, she searches for […]
Girl Minus X
Written by: Anne Stone Fifteen-year-old Dany is trying to survive with her little sister, Mac, in a world collapsing under the weight of a slow, […]
A Lady’s Guide to Mischief and Murder
Written by: Dianne Freeman London is known for its bustle and intrigues, but the sedate English countryside can host—or hide—any number of secrets. Frances, the […]
Confessions on the 7:45
Written by: Lisa Unger Selena Murphy is commuting home from her job in the city when the train stalls out on the tracks. She strikes […]
The End of the Day
Written by: Bill Clegg A retired widow in rural Connecticut wakes to an unexpected visit from her childhood best friend whom she hasn’t seen in […]
New Movies
Fatima
Inspired by the true story, three children witness visitations of the Virgin Mary, who delivers a message of peace for the world, angering officials and […]
Friendsgiving
Plans for a quiet Thanksgiving between two friends go up in smoke when their party is crashed by a comically chaotic group of friends, lovers, […]
Spree
Seeking social media fame, rideshare driver Kurt comes up with the perfect way to go viral: murdering his passengers via livestream. Reserve the DVD
The Tax Collector
David and Creeper are “tax collectors” for a local crime lord, but when an old rival returns, David must fight for his family and his […]
Still Here
When twelve-year-old African American girl Monique Watson goes missing in New York City, the police are apathetic and her father Michael is distraught. Out of […]
The Cuban
When a naïve pre-med student gets her first job in a nursing home, an unexpected friendship with Luis, an elderly Cuban musician, reignites her love […]
Guest Artist
The story of a young man coming face to face with his hero an exploring the tangled relationship between the dreams of youth and the […]
The Silencing
A reformed hunter living in isolation on a wildlife sanctuary becomes involved in a deadly game of cat and mouse when he and the local […]
Upcoming Events
Branch: Coventry Village Branch [ No location specified ]
Date: Wednesday, October 28th, 2020
Start time: All Day
Age group: All Ages, Adult, Family
Event type: Art/Craft, Social
Description: This fall, take a socially distant stroll through P.E.A.C.E. Park to look for hidden, painted rocks. You can join the scavenger hunt by visiting the Coventry Branch to pick up your own rock to decorate and hide. Make sure to check out our social media to see if you rock was found! #PeaceParkRocks
Branch: Coventry Peace Park [ Coventry Peace Park ]
Date: Wednesday, October 28th, 2020
Start time: 10:00 am
Age group: Adult
Event type: Health/Well-being
Description: Missing Tai Chi and Qigong? We're back with outdoor practice! Robert Jaffe will offer socially distanced Tai Chi and Qigong at the Coventry Peace Arch Patio on Wednesday and Saturday mornings from 10-11 a.m., weather permitting. Following CDC safety guidelines, a mask is required.
Branch: Out of building [ Out of building ]
Date: Wednesday, October 28th, 2020
Start time: 10:00 am
Age group: Children
Event type: Nature/Science
Description: Join the UH Library Branch for a Listening Stroller Walk. Meet at the Library to pick up your listening guide and see how many sounds you can hear as we stroll the beautiful streets of University Heights. Walk will start and end at UH Branch. We will be mindful of the masking and social distancing protocols. Ages 0-5. Registration Required
Branch: Out of building [ Online Event ]
Date: Wednesday, October 28th, 2020
Start time: 11:00 am
Age group: Children, Family
Event type: Storytime
Description: While we are not yet able to have you come in for our storytimes, we have found a way to bring our storytimes to you. Join us as we read books and sing songs in our new Zoom storytime. Zoom Storytime is planned for children 5 and younger.
You will receive an email with the Zoom meeting room and password prior to the program.
In order to receive the room information, you must provide an email address, and you must have registered more than one hour before the program begins.
Please do not share the room information with others who have not signed up.
We will not be recording the programs and you may turn your video off if you prefer.
We will have a staff member monitor the zoom meeting to insure safety for all ages.
Please arrive to the Zoom room within five minutes of the program time.
Lastly, please be patient with us as we learn how to bring our best to you wherever you are.
Registration begins Oct 14.
Branch: Out of building [ Online Event ]
Date: Wednesday, October 28th, 2020
Start time: 4:00 pm
Age group: All Ages
Event type: Computer
Description: Join the Tech Trainers on Facebook Live every other Wednesday at 4pm to learn about apps to try on your Apple and Android smartphones and tablets! Can't watch it live? Check out the library's Facebook page for recorded Appy Hour sessions.
Branch: Coventry Village Branch [ No location specified ]
Date: Thursday, October 29th, 2020
Start time: All Day
Age group: All Ages, Adult, Family
Event type: Art/Craft, Social
Description: This fall, take a socially distant stroll through P.E.A.C.E. Park to look for hidden, painted rocks. You can join the scavenger hunt by visiting the Coventry Branch to pick up your own rock to decorate and hide. Make sure to check out our social media to see if you rock was found! #PeaceParkRocks
Branch: Out of building [ Online Event ]
Date: Thursday, October 29th, 2020
Start time: 7:00 pm
Age group: Adult
Event type: Book Discussion
Description: White Fragility Book Discussion
ZOOM ID: 91476923647
Password: 842691
Branch: Coventry Village Branch [ No location specified ]
Date: Friday, October 30th, 2020
Start time: All Day
Age group: All Ages, Adult, Family
Event type: Art/Craft, Social
Description: This fall, take a socially distant stroll through P.E.A.C.E. Park to look for hidden, painted rocks. You can join the scavenger hunt by visiting the Coventry Branch to pick up your own rock to decorate and hide. Make sure to check out our social media to see if you rock was found! #PeaceParkRocks
Branch: Out of building [ Out of building ]
Date: Friday, October 30th, 2020
Start time: 10:00 am
Age group: Children
Event type: Storytime
Description: October Storytime @ Walter Stinson Park
We are taking story time outside! Bring a blanket, a chair or sit in your stroller to enjoy a stories and movement at Walter Stinson Park. Look for us in the field by the Gazebo. We will be following University Heights park policy on social distancing and masking. Every Friday in October @ 10 am. Walter Stinson Park 2313 Fenwick Road University Heights. Register online or by phone.
October 2 Baby Story time
October 9 Preschool Age
October 16 Baby Story time
October 23 Preschool
October 30 Baby Story time
Branch: University Heights Branch [ No location specified ]
Date: Friday, October 30th, 2020
Start time: 10:00 am
Age group: Children, Family
Event type: Storytime
Description: We are taking story time outside! Bring a blanket, a chair or sit in your stroller to enjoy a stories and movement at Walter Stinson Park. Look for us in the field by the Gazebo. We will be following University Heights park policy on social distancing and masking. Every Friday in October @ 10 am. Walter Stinson Park 2313 Fenwick Road University Heights. Register online.
October 2 Baby Story time
October 9 Preschool Age
October 16 Baby Story time
October 23 Preschool
October 30 Baby Story time
Branch: University Heights Branch [ No location specified ]
Date: Friday, October 30th, 2020
Start time: 12:00 pm
Age group: Adult
Event type: Health/Well-being
Description: Working from home and need a break in your day? Join yoga instructor Kelly Jensen for Virtual Lunchtime Yoga! Spend some time focusing on yourself so that you can get back to work feeling refreshed and energized. Kelly will create an interactive environment and cater the session to everyone's needs, so be ready to participate!
Branch: Coventry Village Branch [ No location specified ]
Date: Saturday, October 31st, 2020
Start time: All Day
Age group: All Ages, Adult, Family
Event type: Art/Craft, Social
Description: This fall, take a socially distant stroll through P.E.A.C.E. Park to look for hidden, painted rocks. You can join the scavenger hunt by visiting the Coventry Branch to pick up your own rock to decorate and hide. Make sure to check out our social media to see if you rock was found! #PeaceParkRocks
Branch: Coventry Peace Park [ Coventry Peace Park ]
Date: Saturday, October 31st, 2020
Start time: 10:00 am
Age group: Adult
Event type: Health/Well-being
Description: Missing Tai Chi and Qigong? We're back with outdoor practice! Robert Jaffe will offer socially distanced Tai Chi and Qigong at the Coventry Peace Arch Patio on Wednesday and Saturday mornings from 10-11 a.m., weather permitting. Following CDC safety guidelines, a mask is required.
Branch: Out of building [ Online Event ]
Date: Saturday, October 31st, 2020
Start time: 11:00 am
Age group: Children, Family
Event type: Storytime
Description: While we are not yet able to have you come in for our storytimes, we have found a way to bring our storytimes to you. Join us as we read books and sing songs in our new Zoom storytime. Zoom Storytime is planned for children 5 and younger.
You will receive an email with the Zoom meeting room and password prior to the program.
In order to receive the room information, you must provide an email address, and you must have registered more than one hour before the program begins.
Please do not share the room information with others who have not signed up.
We will not be recording the programs and you may turn your video off if you prefer.
We will have a staff member monitor the zoom meeting to insure safety for all ages.
Please arrive to the Zoom room within five minutes of the program time.
Lastly, please be patient with us as we learn how to bring our best to you wherever you are.
Registration begins Oct 17.
Branch: Noble Neighborhood Branch [ No location specified ]
Date: Saturday, October 31st, 2020
Start time: 1:30 pm
Age group: Children, Teen, Family, School Age
Event type: Food/Gardening
Description: Youth between the ages of 0-18 or their adults can pick up a free, nutritious meal courtesy of the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. Lunch bags will be handed out in the front yard of the Noble Neighborhood Branch. [standard safety statement]
Branch: Lee Road Branch [ No location specified ]
Date: Saturday, October 31st, 2020
Start time: 1:30 pm
Age group: Family
Event type: Food/Gardening, Health/Well-being
Description: Youth between the ages of 0-18 or their adults can pick up a free, nutritious meal courtesy of the Greater Cleveland Food Bank. Lunches will be distributed from library parking lot. While this is outdoors, following CDC safety guidelines, a mask is required for anyone over two years old and participants must maintain six feet of distance.
Branch: Out of building [ Online Event ]
Date: Saturday, October 31st, 2020
Start time: 2:00 pm
Age group: Adult
Event type: Deaf
Description: Join us on Zoom to learn the basics in communicating in American Sign Language. Refresh and build upon your skills in the use of American Sign Language.
Branch: Out of building [ Online Event [3] ]
Date: Tuesday, November 3rd, 2020
Start time: 6:00 pm
Age group: Adult
Event type: Health/Well-being
Description: The physical and mental benefits of meditation are significant and well documented. Christine Valadon will present a weekly Zoom Heartfulness meditation, a simple, effective form of meditation focused on opening the heart and practiced in over 120 countries around the world.
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