***Please note the following February 2023 events presented by the Strongsville Branch Library. Please call (440) 238-5530 to register or for more information. Customers may also visit www.cuyahogalibrary.org to register and to see more library event information.
** The Library branches and administrative offices will be open normal hours on Monday, February 20th, President’s Day.
Storytimes:
IN-PERSON Storytimes.
Strongsville Branch Library storytimes in-person are in full swing! Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories. No registration needed!
Baby & Me. Birth to 18 months with Caregiver. Mondays / 10:00 – 10:20 a.m.; Thursdays / 10:00 a.m. – 10:20 a.m.
Preschool. Ages 3-5 not yet in Kindergarten with Caregiver. Mondays / 11:30 a.m. – Noon.; Tuesdays / 10:00 a.m. – 10:30 a.m.; Tuesdays / 11:30 a.m. – Noon.
Toddler. 19 – 35 months with Caregiver. Wednesdays / 10:00 a.m. – 10:25 a.m.; Wednesdays / 11:30 a.m. – 11:55 a.m.
Family. All Ages with Caregiver. Thursdays / 7:00 – 7:30 p.m.
Young at Heart. Tuesday, February 7th / 7:00 p.m.
A book club for adults who love Children's and Teen books. The title for our next discussion is Breda's Island by Jessie Ann Foley, 2022. No registration. Everyone Welcome!
Kulture Kids: Pushing Up the Sky. Ages 3-10 with Families. Saturday, February 11th / 2:00 – 3:00 p.m.
Come in for an afternoon in which Kulture Kids will present this Native American legend. The birds, animals and Native people boast, brag and call each other names. Can they learn to work together to solve a problem of a sky that is too low to the ground? Join in the telling of this Native American legend by becoming these creatures, singing and speaking the Mohawk language.
Computer Classes IN PERSON.
Cuyahoga County Public Library offers computer classes for beginners to advanced. Classes are currently being held in-person as well as some VIRTUALLY which requires a web browser and an internet connection. There is no additional software to download. Google Chrome is the recommended browser. A valid email address is required for registration. Registrants will receive an email with a link to join the class at least an hour before the start time. Registration opens 30 days before the start of the class and closes prior to the start of the class. To see a full class list, descriptions, and to register, please visit
https://www.cuyahogalibrary.org/Events/Computer-Classes/2021-Virtual-and-In-Person-classes.aspx
Monday, February 13th / 6:30 – 8:30 p.m. Excel 4.
Wednesday, February 22nd / 1:00 – 4:00 p.m. Word 1.
Love and Friendship Tea Time. Ages 3-5 with an adult caregiver. Tuesday, February 14th / 2:30 – 3:15 p.m.
Let's celebrate love and friendship with stories, songs, a snack and a craft.
Southwest General Health Talk: Important Steps to Maintain a Healthy Heart. Wednesday, February 15th / 6:00 p.m.
Join us for this special Southwest General Hospital Community Nurse sponsored Health Talk. Dr. Michael Deucher, from Cardiovascular Medicine Associates, Inc., will discuss what each person should know about their health to maintain good heart health. Topics will include: high blood pressure, high cholesterol, exercise and eating healthy.
Wednesday Evening Book Discussion. Wednesday, February 15th / 7:00 p.m.
Our Wednesday Evening Book Discussion meets at 7p.m. on the 3rd Wednesday of each month. We welcome all adults interested in reading and discussing great books! Our next discussion title will be Ask Again, Yes by Mary Beth Keane. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk of the Strongsville Branch Library
Blood Drive. Friday, February 17th / 10:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.
In just an hour of your time you can help save up to three lives. Make sure hospital patients get the treatment they need. Donate blood today. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org or call the American Red Cross at 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767).
Audio & Video Studio Orientation. Ages 11 & up. Saturday, February 18th / 10:00 a.m. VIRTUAL OR Monday, February 27th / 7 p.m. IN PERSON.
Have you ever thought about recording your own music, making a video, digitizing memories and more? The Strongsville Branch Library is home to both Audio and Video Recording studios that can help you do just that! You must go through an orientation to use the spaces. Patrons 11 & up can participate in the orientation and must turn in the User Agreement form at the branch for the orientation to count. Register online to attend the virtual or in-person sessions.
Introduction to Crystals: Rocks or Magic? Thursday, February 23rd / 7:00 p.m.
Is there really something special about crystals? Other than some are just stunning to the eye and look beautiful in jewelry? Some people believe they have powers or special properties. Come see for yourself if there is any science to this mystery. Go more in depth on their uniqueness and gain insight on their uses.
Kiwanis Read Around the World. All Ages. Saturday, February 25th / 10:00 a.m. – 12:30 p.m.
The Strongsville Kiwanis Club sponsors this annual event for all ages. Each child attending can choose a new book to take home. No registration needed for this free event. Members of Kiwanis will be available to read books to the children. The St. Joseph and John’s Builder's Club members will perform puppet shows throughout the event. There will also be face painting, storytelling, and light refreshments.
Monday Afternoon Book Discussion. Monday, February 27th / 2:30 p.m.
The Monday Afternoon Book Discussion meets at 2:30 p.m. in the Library on the 4th Monday of each month. No registration is required. New members always welcome. We welcome all adults interested in reading and discussing great books! Our next discussion title will be Migrations by Charlotte McConaghy. Copies of the book will be available for check-out at the circulation desk.
