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Earth Day Homeschool Explorers

Ages 5-8
2026-04-07 10:00:00 2026-04-07 11:30:00 America/New_York Earth Day Homeschool Explorers Explore the plant life cycle through hands-on activities just in time for Earth Day. Maple Heights Branch - Homework Center (100)

Tuesday, April 07
10:00am - 11:30am

Add to Calendar 2026-04-07 10:00:00 2026-04-07 11:30:00 America/New_York Earth Day Homeschool Explorers Explore the plant life cycle through hands-on activities just in time for Earth Day. Maple Heights Branch - Homework Center (100)

Maple Heights Branch

Homework Center (100)

Explore the plant life cycle through hands-on activities just in time for Earth Day.

Explore the plant life cycle through hands-on activities, read-alouds, short videos, and take-home materials. Week 3 includes a special Earth Day seed bomb activity.

Week 1: From Seeds to Sprouts

Week 2: Plants Grow

Week 3: DIY Wildflower "Seed Bombs"

Maple Heights Branch
mhrmgr@cuyahogalibrary.org
Phone: 216.475.5000
Fax: 216.587.7281
Branch manager
Ginaya Willoughby
Hours
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We're closed Sunday April 05 due to Closed for Easter
Mon, Mar 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Mar 31 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Apr 01 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Apr 02 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Apr 03 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Apr 04 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Apr 05 Closed
(Closed for Easter)
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About the branch

The Maple Heights Branch serves as the headquarters for Aspire Greater Cleveland, a nonprofit organization that provides free comprehensive adult education services in Cleveland and throughout Cuyahoga County. Pearson Vue testing services are also offered at this location.

The Maple Heights Branch is also home to The Centers for Families and Children’s Debra Ann November Early Learning Center, the first early learning center to be located inside a public library in the State of Ohio.

This branch is a Student Success Center and a Greater Cleveland Food Bank Kids Café location.

Upcoming events

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Crochet Club - Adults
Sat, Apr 04, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Large Meeting Room (56)
Bring your crochet projects and share tips, patterns, and conversation with other crochet enthusiasts! Don't know how? Don't worry, we'll teach you!
Young Poets - Grades 4-8
Mon, Apr 06, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room (30)
Write, read, and share poems throughout National Poetry Month.
Earth Day Homeschool Explorers - Ages 5-8
Tue, Apr 07, 10:00am - 11:30am
Homework Center (100)
Explore the plant life cycle through hands-on activities just in time for Earth Day.
Adult Activities for All Abilities
Tue, Apr 07, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Large Meeting Room (56)
Join us for a fun, adapted program with a different theme each month. This program is open to all adults but is specifically designed for adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers.
Adult Activities for All Abilities - A.M.
Wed, Apr 08, 10:00am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room (56)
Join us for a fun, adapted program with a different theme each month. This program is open to all adults but is specifically designed for adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers.
This event is full
Shake, Shimmy, and Dance - Ages 2-5 with a caregiver
Wed, Apr 08, 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room (30)
Put on your dancing shoes and boogie to new and old favorites.
Weather Wonders - Grades K-3
Wed, Apr 08, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Storytime Room (30)
Explore everyday and extreme weather phenomenon with hands-on science activities.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Thu, Apr 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (30)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Entrepreneurship Certification Class
Thu, Apr 09, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Classroom (12)
This event is part of a free 10-week certification class covering how to start a business from scratch. Please contact Jessica at juntch@cuyahogalibrary.org or text (216) 990-8271 for more info.
Let's Play! - Ages 0-5, with a caregiver
Fri, Apr 10, 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (30)
Come and play at the library! Meet new friends and learn during this relaxed, open-ended playtime.
Mental Health Workshop - Adults
Sat, Apr 11, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room (56)
Explore the mind and body and what is at the heart of mental health conditions with Dr. Terry A. Webb. This workshop will take place on the second Saturday of each month.
Saturdoodle - Grades 6 - 12
Sat, Apr 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
A weekend spot for teens to relax, color, and create.
Young Poets - Grades 4-8
Mon, Apr 13, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room (30)
Write, read, and share poems throughout National Poetry Month.
Kindergarten Club - Ages 4 & 5
Mon, Apr 13, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Kindergarten Club is for children entering kindergarten this fall who did not attend preschool, Head Start or a childcare center.
Earth Day Homeschool Explorers - Ages 5-8
Tue, Apr 14, 10:00am - 11:30am
Homework Center (100)
Explore the plant life cycle through hands-on activities just in time for Earth Day.
Cancelled
Mobile Pantry - Free, fresh produce distribution
Tue, Apr 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Cuyahoga County Public Library is collaborating with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to distribute free, fresh produce to those in need.
Shake, Shimmy, and Dance - Ages 2-5 with a caregiver
Wed, Apr 15, 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room (30)
Put on your dancing shoes and boogie to new and old favorites.
Weather Wonders - Grades K-3
Wed, Apr 15, 4:30pm - 5:15pm
Storytime Room (30)
Explore everyday and extreme weather phenomenon with hands-on science activities.
Poetry Clinic - Adults
Wed, Apr 15, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room (56)
Engage in creativity, art and vocabulary with award-winning poet Wallstreet Wes.
Tree Tale Tellers - Families
Thu, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
What's Arbor Day, anyways? Join a Tree Tale Teller from Holden Forests & Gardens to explore the world of plants and trees in this all-ages family story time and learn more about Arbor Day!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Thu, Apr 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (30)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Entrepreneurship Certification Class
Thu, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Classroom (12)
This event is part of a free 10-week certification class covering how to start a business from scratch. Please contact Jessica at juntch@cuyahogalibrary.org or text (216) 990-8271 for more info.
Computer Basics
Thu, Apr 16, 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Large Meeting Room (56)
Learn the basics about computing devices, using a mouse and keyboard, and navigating the desktop environment. Computer settings and mobile devices will also be discussed. No prerequisites.
Clues & Cozies (Virtual) - A Cozy Mystery Discussion
Thu, Apr 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Maple Heights Branch Zoom 2
Help us piece together the clues as we chat about our latest cozy mystery. Coffee, tea, or hot cocoa and a take-home activity will be offered at our in-person session at the same time.
Clues & Cozies - A Cozy Mystery Discussion
Thu, Apr 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Small Meeting Room (12)
Help us piece together the clues as we chat about our latest cozy mystery with a cup of coffee, tea, or hot cocoa! A take-home activity will also be provided.
Adapted Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 years with caregiver
Fri, Apr 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (30)
Children with varying learning styles and abilities will learn together in a safe, supportive environment where respect and appreciation for differences is encouraged.
Crochet Club - Adults
Sat, Apr 18, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Small Meeting Room (12)
Bring your crochet projects and share tips, patterns, and conversation with other crochet enthusiasts! Don't know how? Don't worry, we'll teach you!
Young Poets - Grades 4-8
Mon, Apr 20, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Storytime Room (30)
Write, read, and share poems throughout National Poetry Month.
Reclaim Your Joy - Adults
Mon, Apr 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room (56)
Reconnect with the child-like joy inside you and learn how to incorporate it into your daily life.
Earth Day Homeschool Explorers - Ages 5-8
Tue, Apr 21, 10:00am - 11:30am
Homework Center (100)
Explore the plant life cycle through hands-on activities just in time for Earth Day.
Learn About Volunteering in Greater Cleveland
Tue, Apr 21, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Large Meeting Room (56)
Greater Cleveland Volunteers will present information about many opportunities to share your time and talents to help others. Learn how to get started in making a difference in your community.
Teen Tuesday
Tue, Apr 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Meet up with friends and enjoy trying a new activity each month.
Shake, Shimmy, and Dance - Ages 2-5 with a caregiver
Wed, Apr 22, 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room (30)
Put on your dancing shoes and boogie to new and old favorites.
Word Basics ★
Wed, Apr 22, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Large Meeting Room (56)
Learn Microsoft Word using tools such as entering and formatting text, copying, pasting, saving and printing. Prerequisite: Computer Basics or equivalent experience.
Choice Detectives - Grades 2-4
Wed, Apr 22, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room (30)
The Choice Detective Clubs helps youngsters look for evidence in order to make socially and emotionally intelligent choices regarding their emotions, self-confidence and relationships.
Haiku Workshop
Wed, Apr 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room (56)
Come celebrate National Poetry Month at Maple Library's Haiku Workshop!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Thu, Apr 23, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (30)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Entrepreneurship Certification Class
Thu, Apr 23, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Classroom (12)
This event is part of a free 10-week certification class covering how to start a business from scratch. Please contact Jessica at juntch@cuyahogalibrary.org or text (216) 990-8271 for more info.
Music Therapy and More - Ages 0 – 6 years (and their parents/caregivers)
Sat, Apr 25, 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room (30)
A music program for families and their children (ages 0-6 years) with concerns in an area of development. Join us for a hands-on program designed to teach families how to use music to improve skills.Register
Shake, Shimmy, and Dance - Ages 2-5 with a caregiver
Wed, Apr 29, 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room (30)
Put on your dancing shoes and boogie to new and old favorites.
Choice Detectives - Grades 2-4
Wed, Apr 29, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Storytime Room (30)
The Choice Detective Clubs helps youngsters look for evidence in order to make socially and emotionally intelligent choices regarding their emotions, self-confidence and relationships.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Thu, Apr 30, 10:30am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (30)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Toddler Explorers - Ages 1-3, with a caregiver
Thu, Apr 30, 11:30am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room (30)
Join us for hands-on, sensory learning. We have the potential to get messy, so please wear play clothes.
Entrepreneurship Certification Class
Thu, Apr 30, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Classroom (12)
This event is part of a free 10-week certification class covering how to start a business from scratch. Please contact Jessica at juntch@cuyahogalibrary.org or text (216) 990-8271 for more info.
Crochet Club - Adults
Sat, May 02, 11:00am - 3:00pm
Large Meeting Room (56)
Bring your crochet projects and share tips, patterns, and conversation with other crochet enthusiasts! Don't know how? Don't worry, we'll teach you!
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