Lakewood Public Library Event Calendar
All events are free and open to the public.
Saturday, August 28
FIVE STAR FILMS
Burnt by the Sun (Russia-1994)
Directed By Nikita Mikhalkov Rated R
The brilliantly crafted plot of this film unfolds during the era of Stalin. A popular Red Army colonel and hero of the Revolution spend an idyllic day with wife and daughter at the summer home of his batty in-laws. As suddenly as he vanished years before, his wife’s former fiancée reappears in their midst. What is his agenda? Russian with English subtitles.
6:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium
Wednesday, September 1
LAKEWOOD HISTORICAL SOCIETY presents:
Porches: History, Design and Construction
See the evolution of the American porch, from humble masonry stoops to fully furnished verandahs. Whether your porch is Victorian or Colonial Revival, it takes a beating in our Northeast Ohio climate. Kerry Adams, a Senior Historic Preservation Specialist from the Cleveland Restoration Society, will look at common construction and deterioration issues and propose methods for repair and replacement of lost details.
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium
Saturday, September 4
Terry Meehan presents FALL GUYS AND FEMME FATALES: Film Noir in the Forties
The Maltese Falcon (1941) Directed by John Huston Not Rated
A mysterious woman walks into the low rent office of a hard-boiled detective. We have seen it before; but here, in the office of Sam Spade, is where it all began. With a pace that quickens as tension mounts, Humphrey Bogart, Mary Astor, Sidney Greenstreet and Peter Lorre are after one thing: The Maltese Falcon, a jewel-encrusted statuette, "the stuff that dreams are made of."
6:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium
Lakewood Public Library will be closed Sunday, September 5 and Monday, September 6 for Labor Day.
Wednesday, September 8
MEET THE AUTHOR: Linda Legeza
Cooler Full of Fish
The Rainy Day House by Linda Legeza
Cleveland author Linda Legeza will answer your questions about writing and fishing. In her first novel, Cooler Full of Fish, a young man with a natural gift for rod and reel struggles to figure out the rest of his life. While his friends are moving on with relationships and careers, Jeff Grabowski is still taking care of his father’s charter fishing company. His half-hearted plan is to make the business such a success that his father no longer needs him. But what would he do then? The author will also bring along her new novel, The Rainy Day House. Both books will be available for sale and signing at the event.
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium
Saturday, September 11
THE LAKEWOOD PUBLIC CINEMA: A Day at the Races (1937)
Directed by Sam Wood Not Rated
When the Marx brothers head out to the racetrack for a few laughs, describing the plot almost seems misleading. Needless to say, Harpo plays the harp, Chico cons everyone into thinking he can play the piano and Groucho dances and struts his way from one-liner to one-liner—this time as Dr. Hugo Z. Hackenbush, horse doctor and personal physician to the rich and gullible.
6:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium
BOOK GROUPS:
Thursday, September 9
BOOKED FOR MURDER BOOK CLUB: New York CityLush Life by Richard Price
After a night of barhopping on Manhattan’s Lower East Side, three men are approached by two muggers. One man is shot to death and Detective Matty Clark is called to find the killer. Price’s knowledge of the city and gift for realistic dialogue make for a powerful representation of the dark side of New York City.
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Meeting Room
Thursday, September 16
BUSINESS BOOK TALK with Tim Zaun and Friends
Switch: How to Change Things When Change Is Hard by Chip Heath and Dan Heath
The bestselling authors of Made to Stick present a blueprint for successful change in the twenty-first century.
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 SEPTEMBER CLASSES:
Saturday, September 4: INTERNET BASICS @ 3:00 p.m.
Thursday, September 9: JOB HUNTING WORKSHOP from 10:00a.m.– 12:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 11: WORD PROCESSING BASICS @ 3:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 18: WEB SEARCHING BASICS @ 3:00 p.m.
Saturday, September 25: E-MAIL BASICS @ 3:00 p.m.
LEAF COMMUNITY 2010
Every Wednesday night at 5:30 p.m. on the Main Library’s Front Porch through the Harvest.
CHILDRENS & YOUTH SERVICES
AFTER SCHOOL PROGRAMS:
HOMEWORK ER: For students in kindergarten through eighth grade
Need a little extra 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. *Homework ER will be closed for school holidays and vacations.*
Tuesday, September 7 – Thursday, May 26Monday – Thursday, 3:00 p.m. – 5:00 p.m., in Main Library Children’s and Youth Services
IT’S PUZZLING!
Ready to challenge your brain after school? Check out the Library’s puzzle station. A variety of puzzles will be available, and correctly completed puzzles will be entered into a monthly prize drawing.
Tuesday, September 7 – Friday, May 27
Monday – Friday, 3:00 p.m. – 6:00 p.m., in Main Library Children’s and Youth Services and at the Madison Branch
WEEKEND 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.
Main:
August 27, 28, 29: Read A Song
September 3, 4: Fast, Slow, Away We Go
Madison:
August 27, 28, 29: Say the Alphabet
September 3, 4: Read A Song
WEEKENDS WITH WEE ONES: For families with children under 2 years old
Spend a part of your family weekend time clapping your hands, tapping your feet, singing nursery rhymes and, of course, sharing books. We will provide materials and ideas for families wishing to continue the fun at home. Programs are offered every weekend throughout the year, and there is no need to register in advance.
Saturdays at 11:30 a.m. and Sundays at 3:30 p.m.
Madison Branch Children’s and Youth Services Department
TAIL WAGGIN’ TUTORS: For children ages 7 – 12
Bone up on your reading skills by reading to a dog. Drop in for a one-on-one session with one of our dogs and owners that have been certified through Therapy Dogs International.
Saturday, September 11 from 12:00 p.m. – 2:00 p.m. in the Main Library Multipurpose Room