Lakewood Public Library Event Calendar
All events are free and open to the public.
Sunday, February 28
SUNDAY WITH THE FRIENDS: Murrow’s Boys Trio
These Michigan boys bust out harmonicas, guitars, mandolin and bass to play their own brand of blues, folk and rock music. This special blend is then combined with original lyrics that explore the misconceptions and everyday realities of life in the Midwest.2:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium
BOOK GROUPS:
Thursday, March 11
BOOKED FOR MURDER:
Devil in the White City: Murder, Magic, and Madness at the Fair That Changed America by Erik Larson
At the 1893 World’s Fair, one of the nation’s first serial killers lured young women into a “murder castle” of his own devising. This true crime telling contrasts the ghastly happenings in H.H. Holmes’ labyrinth of terror with accounts from World’s Fair architect Daniel Burnham.
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Meeting Room
Tuesday March 16
KNIT & LIT BOOK CLUB
Lynda Tuennerman hosts a social club for multitaskers—a combination book club and stitchery group. She’s looking for readers who can enjoy intense discussion of modern classics while relaxing with their latest stitching project. Come share your passion for great literature and show off your knitting, crocheting, counted cross-stitch, embroidery and quilting works-in-progress. At each meeting, the group decides what will be read next. Call (216) 226-8275, ext. 127 or visit www.lkwdpl.org/bookclubs to learn more.
Tonight’s book discussion is about Dreamers of the Day by Mary Doria Russell and a special appearance by the author marks the opening of the new season.
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Meeting Room
Thursday, March 18
BUSINESS BOOK TALK with Tim Zaun and Friends
The Four Hour Work Week (Expanded and Updated) by Timothy Ferriss
Ferriss reinvents his 2007 bestseller after studying thousands of insightful comments made on his blog and reviewing fifty case studies. New material includes “How Lifestyle Design Principles Can Be Suited to Unpredictable Economic Times.”
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Meeting Room
LEARNING LAB CLASSES:
Reservations for computer instruction classes begin the first of each month.
To register, please stop in or call (216) 226-8275, ext. 127. We ask that all students come to class with a working knowledge of the mouse. If you need help, visit the Technology Center and ask the staff to set you up on our Mouse Training Program. It’s fun, easy and essential to becoming computer literate. All classes take place in the Main Library Learning Lab on the 2nd floor.
UPCOMING FEBRUARY CLASSES:
Saturday, February 27: E-MAIL BASICS @ 3:00 p.m.
CHILDRENS & YOUTH SERVICES
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS
THE ZONE: For students in kindergarten through fifth grade
Get in the Zone! Spend 30 minutes doing the activity of your choice. Choose from crafts, games, puzzles and more. Visit www.lakewoodpubliclibrary.com/youth to see the current and upcoming activities.
Tuesday, September 8 – Thursday, May 27
Monday – Thursday at 4:00 p.m. in the Children’s and Youth Services Department at Main Library and Madison Branch
CREATION STATION: For students in kindergarten through fifth grade
Join us for crafts each and every Friday after school. There is no need to register; however, to schedule groups, please call Main Library (216) 226-8275, Ext. 140 or Madison Branch (216) 228-7428.
Fridays, September 11 – May 28 at 4:00 p.m.
Children’s and Youth Services Department at Main Library and Madison Branch
HOMEWORK ER: For students in kindergarten through eighth grade
Need help with your homework or just want a cool place to work? Come to the Homework Room for help and resources. No need to register. Tuesday, September 8 – Thursday, May 27
Monday – Thursday, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., in the Children’s and Youth Services Department at Main Library and Madison Branch
FAMILY PROGRAMS:
FAMILY WEEKEND WONDERS
Make the Library a part of your family weekend time with programs featuring stories, activities, music and crafts. Our staff will provide materials and ideas for families wishing to continue reading and storytelling at home. The programs are free and there is no need to register in advance.
Main Library: Friday: 10:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 7:00 p.m.
Saturday: 10:30 a.m., 2:00 p.m., 4:00p.m.
Sunday: 2:00 p.m.
Madison Branch: Friday 10:30 a.m., Saturday 11:30 a.m., and Sunday 3:00 p.m.
February 26, 27, 28: Monkey See, Monkey Do
March 5, 6, 7: Bouncing Babies
Saturday, February 27
FAMILY MUSIC & MORE: For the whole family
Spend a Saturday evening at the Library and enjoy programs featuring musicians and other talented performers. Performers are subject to change. Seating is limited. Doors open fifteen minutes prior to the performance.
A World of Difference
A World of Difference takes interactive entertainment to a new level. This theatre group performs a variety of programs to educate children and adults about the cultures of the world through dramatizing the folktales of these cultures. This performance is called “The Ram in the Chile Patch” and will feature the tale of a boy named Juan, who learns that you don’t have to be big to do big things. Audience participation is encouraged and makes this performance really fun.
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Multipurpose Room
Programs for Youth and Teens
BOOKS WITH BITE: For teens age 13 – 18
Who knew the things that go bump in the night could be so much fun? For a wicked good time, check out this book discussion featuring books you can really sink your teeth into. To register, please stop in or call (216) 226-8275, ext. 140.
Tuesday, March 16: The Reformed Vampire Support Group by Catherine Jinks