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Creative Journaling Workshop with the American Diary Project

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2026-08-03 19:00:00 2026-08-03 20:30:00 America/New_York Creative Journaling Workshop with the American Diary Project Every diary tells a story worth saving. Join the American Diary Project to learn how personal journals become part of our shared history.  Bay Village Branch - Meeting Room A-116+B-117(75)

Monday, August 03
7:00pm - 8:30pm

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Bay Village Branch

Meeting Room A-116+B-117(75)

Every diary tells a story worth saving. Join the American Diary Project to learn how personal journals become part of our shared history. 

We’ll talk about our mission, how to contribute to the collection, and share fascinating diaries from our archive. Then it’s time to create. You’ll design a unique creative journal spread using a mix of materials like stickers, washi tape, stamps, magazines, and more. Supplies are provided, but you’re welcome to bring your own favorites. Free journals are available to those in need. 
Kate Zirkle is the founder and executive director of the American Diary Project. She is an avid diarist and member of the Society of Ohio Archivists. She shares her home in Cleveland, Ohio, with her wife, dogs, and enough cats to earn her cat lady status. 

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Bay Village Branch
baymgr@cuyahogalibrary.org
Phone: 440-871-6392
Fax: 440-871-5320
Branch manager
Maryann Blaylock
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Mon, Jul 27 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jul 28 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jul 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jul 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jul 31 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Aug 01 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Aug 02 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

The Bay Village Branch features a rooftop terrace with a view of Lake Erie, two cozy fireplace seating areas, an interactive children's play, learn and grow space, study rooms, public meeting spaces and an Innovation Center.

Upcoming events

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Family Storytime - All ages with caregiver
Mon, Jul 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A-116+B-117(75)
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Jul 28, 10:00am - 10:25am
Meeting Room A-116+B-117(75)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Summer Fun for Everyone: Build It - Grades 1 – 6
Tue, Jul 28, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A-116+B-117(75)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Fun for Everyone: Think. Make. Try. - Grades 1 – 6
Tue, Jul 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Play, Learn and Grow - Ages 1 - 3 with caregiver
Wed, Jul 29, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A-116+B-117(75)
Boost your toddler’s brain through play! Join us for a 5-week series for caregivers and children ages 1 to 3. Registration required.
Summer Fun for Everyone: Build It - Grades 1 – 6
Wed, Jul 29, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A-116+B-117(75)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Fun for Everyone: Think. Make. Try. - Grades 1 – 6
Wed, Jul 29, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Thu, Jul 30, 10:00am - 10:30am
Meeting Room A-116+B-117(75)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Terry Pluto: Sports talk and Book Signing - Adults
Thu, Jul 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A-116+B-117(75)
Terry Pluto will talk Cleveland sports past and present — Browns, Guardians, Cavs — and take your questions. Afterward, he’ll sign copies of his books.
Tales Under the Tree - Families
Fri, Jul 31, 11:00am - 11:30am
Bring a blanket and join us outside the library for stories and chalk the walk. Feel free to bring a picnic lunch or visit Food Truck Friday. Weather permitting.
Creative Journaling Workshop with the American Diary Project - Adults
Mon, Aug 03, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A-116+B-117(75)
Every diary tells a story worth saving. Join the American Diary Project to learn how personal journals become part of our shared history. 
Play, Learn and Grow - Ages 1 - 3 with caregiver
Wed, Aug 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A-116+B-117(75)
Boost your toddler’s brain through play! Join us for a 5-week series for caregivers and children ages 1 to 3. Registration required.
Laser Basics - For adults ages 18 & up
Wed, Aug 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Innovation Center
Join us for an introduction to the Laser Engraver/Cutter in the Innovation Centers throughout Cuyahoga County Public Library.
Let's Cook: Tortilla Wrap Hack - Grades 5 - 12
Thu, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A-116+B-117(75)
Learn how to make a layered quesadilla that's as easy to make as it is delicious. Release form and registration required.
Innovation Center & Memory Lab Orientation - For adults
Fri, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Innovation Center
Learn about the equipment and software in Cuyahoga County Public Library's Innovation Centers and Memory Lab
Mini Photo Frames - This class is high demand/limited seats. Join the wait list.
Sat, Aug 08, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Innovation Center
Learn how to design and laser cut your own mini photo frame using Adobe Illustrator and our Epilog Laser.
This event is full
Library for All: Adapted Adult Program - Adults 18+ with caregiver
Tue, Aug 11, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A-116+B-117(75)
Join us for fun, adapted programs featuring stories, art, music, and more, specifically designed for adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers.
Play, Learn and Grow - Ages 1 - 3 with caregiver
Wed, Aug 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A-116+B-117(75)
Boost your toddler’s brain through play! Join us for a 5-week series for caregivers and children ages 1 to 3. Registration required.
Innovation Center & Memory Lab Orientation - For adults
Sat, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Innovation Center
Learn about the equipment and software in Cuyahoga County Public Library's Innovation Centers and Memory Lab
Play, Learn and Grow - Ages 1 - 3 with caregiver
Wed, Aug 19, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A-116+B-117(75)
Boost your toddler’s brain through play! Join us for a 5-week series for caregivers and children ages 1 to 3. Registration required.
Innovation Center & Memory Lab Orientation - For adults
Mon, Aug 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Innovation Center
Learn about the equipment and software in Cuyahoga County Public Library's Innovation Centers and Memory Lab
Teen Innovators - Ages 11 - 18
Tue, Aug 25, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Innovation Center
Registration and release form required. Join us in the Innovation Center to tinker with technology and equipment. Explore creative opportunities with staff guidance.
Play, Learn and Grow - Ages 1 - 3 with caregiver
Wed, Aug 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A-116+B-117(75)
Boost your toddler’s brain through play! Join us for a 5-week series for caregivers and children ages 1 to 3. Registration required.
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