LPL Calendar of Events Compiled by Elaine Rosenberger

Wednesday, January 11
Lakewood Historical Society
Extra! Extra! A History of Cleveland’s Front Pages
From 1818 to the present, Cleveland has never been without a daily newspaper. John Vacha, an associate editor of the "Encyclopedia of Cleveland History," will review the history of journalism in the Forest City. Come and hear all about it!
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium

Thursday, January 12
Author Event - "Leadership for Adolescents" by Carolyn M. Anderson, PhD
Dr. Carolyn M. Anderson offers a step-by-step guide to help teenagers understand the role of a leader and to teach the skills needed for a leadership position. Crucial to leadership is the art of communication, which is a learned behavior. Anderson discusses the I-in-leader theme developing a basic understanding of self and of leadership skills. Books will be available for sale and signing at the event.
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium

Saturday, January 14
Film - "Seven Days in May" (1964)
The U.S. President (Fredric March) has just negotiated a disarmament treaty with the Soviet Union, much to the dismay of his top generals. They want to remove him from office without benefit of the electoral process. Colonel Jiggs Casey (Kirk Douglas) becomes suspicious and tries to get answers from his former boss, General Scott (Burt Lancaster). Terry Meehan continues his series on political movies, introducing each film with original documentaries, followed by audience reaction and a lively discussion.
6:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium

Sunday, January 15
Performance - Something Dada
Something Dada has been entertaining audiences with their unique brand of fast-paced improvised comedy for over twenty years. All shows are based entirely on audience suggestions and made up right before your eyes. The content is constantly changing to reflect history, popular culture or whatever random ideas the audience supplies. No two shows are ever the same, and you never know what you might see.
2:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium

Tuesday, January 17
Talk - Alternative Careers in STEM
Often people think of a ‘scientist’ as someone with a PhD who works in a lab, mixing up chemicals and using a microscope. There are actually a lot of ways to have a career in science. Mary Rouse recaps her educational and professional experiences in science education and public health. Topics included are career planning, job searches and career opportunities in museums.
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium

Tuesday January 17
Knit and Lit Book Club
Come share your passion for great literature and show off your knitting, crocheting, counted cross-stitch, embroidery and quilting works-in-progress. Tonight we will discuss "All the Light We Cannot See" by Anthony Doerr.
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Meeting Room

Thursday January 19     
Booked For Murder: A Who’s Who of Mystery Novels
Identity can be a curious thing. Join us, and explore how these mystery novels grapple with one of life’s most disturbing predicaments: an identity crisis. Tonight we will discuss "The Curious Incident of the Dog in the Nighttime" by Mark Haddon.
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Meeting Room

Saturday, January 21
Film - "The Age of Innocence" (1993)
Michelle Pfeiffer and Daniel Day-Lewis are members of New York’s upper crust society of 1880. Pfeiffer has come back to the United States after leaving her nobleman husband. In an environment where a repeated whisper can forever destroy the reputations of those who defy convention, Pfeiffer and Day-Lewis nevertheless play with fire. Barbara Steffek-Hill presents a series of classic and contemporary films from her personal favorites.
6:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium

Sunday, January 22
Film - "The Bad Kids"
At a remote Mojave Desert high school, extraordinary educators believe that, more than academics, it is love, empathy and life skills that give at-risk students command of their own futures. Education combats the crippling effects of poverty. This film was shown at last year’s Cleveland International Film Festival. After the film, Lakewood City Academy staff members, including Renee Kolecki, Drop-Out Prevention, will be on hand to discuss how Lakewood City Academy shares approaches to educating students in our community who have similar needs.
2:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium

Tuesday, January 24
Talk - Women in STEM and NASA
Presented by Sheila Bailey
NASA has an interest in encouraging everyone to pursue a STEM education, especially women and minorities. This presentation focuses on a number of women at NASA, their jobs and their backgrounds. Sheila Bailey, who has a PhD in condensed matter physics from the University of Manchester in England, will share her personal story, one that says you don’t have to give up having a family to have a career. She will also discuss careers in science and engineering.
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium

Wednesday, January 25
Talk - Lakewood Historical Society
The Art and Architecture of Lakewood Public Library
The Library buildings themselves are works of art. Library Director Mr. Crawford will discuss the buildings’ architects and artists including Edward R. Tilton, who designed the original Carnegie library; Abram Garfield, who renovated the Madison Branch; Reed Thomason’s mural of literary characters; David Deming’s Lake and Wood; the Richard Haas murals; and Transversion by Peter Diepenbrock.
7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium