Lakewood Public Library Event Calendar
All events are free and open to the public.
LAKEWOOD PUBLIC LIBRARY WILL BE CLOSED ON SATURDAY, JULY 4.
BOOKED FOR MURDER: For Lovers of Murder, Mystery and Mayhem
The Shape of Water by Andrea Camilleri
A prominent mover and shaker is found dead in the wrong part of town, but powerful people want to overlook the embarrassing circumstances. Translated from the Italian, this witty mystery paints a vibrant picture of Sicily as Inspector Montalbano sweeps the city looking for clues and a good bite to eat.
Thursday, July 9 at 7:00 p.m. in the Main Library Meeting Room
LAKEWOOD PUBLIC CINEMA
Dr. Strangelove or: How I Learned to Stop Worrying and Love the Bomb (1964)
Directed by Stanley Kubrick Rated PG
To paraphrase Zappa, there’s no reason to believe the world will end in fire and ice—it could just as easily end in paperwork and nostalgia. Hearken back to the glory days of the Cold War with Peter Sellers, George C. Scott and Slim Pickens in this blackest of comedies about our inevitable nuclear annihilation. It’s just a movie, right?
Saturday, July 11 at 6:00 p.m. in the Main Library Auditorium
SUNDAY WITH THE FRIENDS: Alexis Antes
Witness a singer-songwriter blossoming into firm control of her own destiny in this intimate acoustic concert. Alexis Antes will share original songs from her latest CD along with stories about her life in music and the experiences of a writer.
Sunday, July 12 at 2:00 p.m. in the Main Library Meeting Room
VINTAGE BASE BALL: THE WESTERN RESERVE CHALLENGE
The Akron Black Stockings, the Forest City Ball Club and the Cleveland Blues Base Ball Club play the game the way it was meant to be played – with free popcorn and old school rules.
Sunday, July 12 at 1:00 p.m. at the Oldest Stone House Field
KNIT & LIT BOOK CLUB
Don’t let the name fool you. All knitters, crocheters, cross-stitchers, and needlepointers are invited to keep their hands and minds busy with us. Nimble-fingered moderator Lynda Tuennerman encourages you to bring in your own suggestions for reading and needlework projects. Tonight’s title is Battle Cry by Leon Uris.
July 21 at 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.
SPREADSHEET BASICS
Tuesday, July 7 at 7 p.m. in the Main Library Learning Lab
JOB HUNTING WORKSHOP
Thursday, July 9 from 10 a.m. -12:00 p.m. in the Main Library Learning Lab
INTERNET BASICS
Saturday, July 11 at 3 p.m. in the Main Library Learning Lab
CHILDRENS & YOUTH SERVICES
SUMMER READING CLUB 2009
“ARRGH” YOU READING?: For children age birth through fifth grade
Avast, ye book-lubbers! Join the Summer Reading Club and choose to complete 30 books or 30 hours of reading. Visit the Reading Club table once a week to collect pirate stamps and tickets toward prize drawings. Receive a certificate, a nameplate and a special treasure when you finish the club.
Monday, May 11 – Saturday, August 15
Children’s and Youth Services Department at Main Library and Madison Branch
ROGUE READERS: For youth entering sixth through twelfth grade
Blimey, ye scurvy scalawags! Join our Summer Reading Club for teens and tweens. Choose to complete 30 books or 30 hours of reading and earn chances for prizes. Stop by the Reading Club table to sign up or for more information. Else you be walkin’ the plank to Davy Jones’ Locker.
Monday, May 11 – Saturday, August 15
Children’s and Youth Services Department at Main Library and Madison Branch
CRAFT COVE
Ahoy mateys! Show what crafty pirates you be! Drop in for a different craft each week of summer programming. Mondays – Thursdays, 11:30 a.m. – 3:30 p.m., June 22 – July 30 Children’s and Youth Services Department at Main Library and Madison Branch
AFTERNOON AT THE MOVIES: For the whole family
Beat the summer heat by taking in a movie shown on our big screen. Bring a snack if you wish.
Tuesday, July 7 Walt Disney’s Peter Pan
Tuesday, July 14 Bedknobs and Broomsticks
1:00 pm in the Main Library Auditorium
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.
July 3, 5: Down Deep in the Ocean
July 10, 11, 12: My Best Friend
SPECIAL FRIDAY PERFORMANCES: For the whole family
Every other Friday during our summer programming, we will feature a fun and exciting performer who will entertain the whole family. Seating is limited, and the doors will open fifteen minutes prior to the performance.
Pirate Puppet Show
After enjoying two Pirate Puppet Shows, we’ll batten down the hatches and make our own paper bag pirate puppets.
Friday, July 10 at 3:00 p.m. in the Main Library Multipurpose Room
