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Creative Journaling Workshop with the American Diary Project
2026-07-21 19:00:00 2026-07-21 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.  Brooklyn Branch - Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)

Tuesday, July 21
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2026-07-21 19:00:00 2026-07-21 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.  Brooklyn Branch - Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)

Brooklyn Branch

Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)

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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Brooklyn Branch
bklmgr@cuyahogalibrary.org
Phone: 216.398.4600
Fax: 216.398.1545
Branch manager
Mary Schreiber
Hours
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Mon, Jun 22 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jun 23 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jun 24 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jun 25 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jun 26 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Jun 27 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Jun 28 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

CCPL’s popular toy collection got its start as a special collection located in the Brooklyn Branch. The collection was housed exclusively at the Brooklyn Branch from 1992 until 2007, when access was expanded throughout the county. Today, anyone with a CCPL library card can request toys from the collection and have them delivered to the CCPL branch of their choice for pick-up.

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

Upcoming events

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Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Mon, Jun 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Jun 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Mon, Jun 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150),Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Tue, Jun 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Jun 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Tue, Jun 23, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150),Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Fun for Everyone STEAM Family Storytime - Families
Wed, Jun 24, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Join us for a STEAM storytime and activities.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Jun 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Wed, Jun 24, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150),Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Baby & Toddler Storytime - Birth – 35 months with caregiver
Thu, Jun 25, 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Programming Room (110)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Thu, Jun 25, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Thu, Jun 25, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150),Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Jun 26, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Mon, Jun 29, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Jun 29, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Mon, Jun 29, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150),Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Excel: Sorting, Filtering and Functions
Mon, Jun 29, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Classroom (45)
For those already familiar with Excel, this class will introduce a variety of functions. Additionally, learn about paste special, sorting and filtering with data. Prerequisite: Excel Basics.
Laser Basics - For adults ages 18 & up
Mon, Jun 29, 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.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Tue, Jun 30, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Jun 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Tue, Jun 30, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
WWII: The Code Breakers
Tue, Jun 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
A gripping look at the brilliant minds who worked in secrecy to turn the tides of World War II.
Summer Fun for Everyone STEAM Family Storytime - Families
Wed, Jul 01, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Join us for a STEAM storytime and activities.
Innovation Center Orientation - For adults ages 18 & up
Wed, Jul 01, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Innovation Center
Learn about the equipment and software in the Innovation Centers throughout Cuyahoga County Public Library.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Jul 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Mario Kart Nintendo Switch Tournament - For grades 1-6
Wed, Jul 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Homework Help (48)
See if you've got what it takes to be the best Mario Kart player!
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Wed, Jul 01, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Brooklyn Knit Night
Wed, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Small Meeting Room (16)
All crafters welcome! Whether you knit, crochet, or cross stitch, bring your current project and sit around and chat while we craft.
Baby & Toddler Storytime - Birth – 35 months with caregiver
Thu, Jul 02, 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Programming Room (110)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Thu, Jul 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Thu, Jul 02, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Jul 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Mon, Jul 06, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Classroom (45)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Mon, Jul 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Jul 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Mon, Jul 06, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Tue, Jul 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Jul 07, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Tue, Jul 07, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Fun for Everyone STEAM Family Storytime - Families
Wed, Jul 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Join us for a STEAM storytime and activities.
GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Wed, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Classroom (45)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Teen Innovators - For ages 11-18
Wed, Jul 08, 2:00pm - 3:15pm
Innovation Center
Join us in the Innovation Center for a chance to explore exciting technology, equipment, and art!
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Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Jul 08, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Wed, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Baby & Toddler Storytime - Birth – 35 months with caregiver
Thu, Jul 09, 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Programming Room (110)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Thu, Jul 09, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Jul 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Thu, Jul 09, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Internet Basics ★
Fri, Jul 10, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Classroom (45)
Learn how to use web browsers and search engines to navigate the internet. Also learn how to stay secure while being online. Prerequisite: Computer Basics or experience using a mouse.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Jul 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Club Otaku: Teen Anime & Manga Club - For grades 5-12
Sat, Jul 11, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Large Meeting Room B (60)
Do you love anime and manga? Come and join us and watch some of the latest anime on the big screen and meet new Otaku anime friends at our monthly group.
Innovation Center Orientation - For adults ages 18 & up
Sat, Jul 11, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Innovation Center
Learn about the equipment and software in the Innovation Centers throughout Cuyahoga County Public Library.
GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Mon, Jul 13, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Classroom (45)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Brooklyn Adult Book Discussion
Mon, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Small Meeting Room (16)
Join us for a lively book discussion.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Mon, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Jul 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Mon, Jul 13, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Innovation Center Orientation - For adults ages 18 & up
Mon, Jul 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Innovation Center
Learn about the equipment and software in the Innovation Centers throughout Cuyahoga County Public Library.
Author Jo Piazza
Mon, Jul 13, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join us when author Jo Piazza visits to discuss her latest novel, The Parisian Heist.
Senior Box Pickup - Adults 60 years and older
Tue, Jul 14, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Free curated meals of cheese and shelf-stable items.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Tue, Jul 14, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Jul 14, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Tue, Jul 14, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Fun for Everyone STEAM Family Storytime - Families
Wed, Jul 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Join us for a STEAM storytime and activities.
GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Wed, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Classroom (45)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Jul 15, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Wed, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Mario Kart Nintendo Switch Tournament - For grades 1-6
Wed, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Homework Help (48)
See if you've got what it takes to be the best Mario Kart player!
Baby & Toddler Storytime - Birth – 35 months with caregiver
Thu, Jul 16, 11:00am - 11:30am
Youth Programming Room (110)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Thu, Jul 16, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Jul 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Thu, Jul 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Jul 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Embroidery Basics - For adults ages 18 & up
Sat, Jul 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Innovation Center
Join us for an introduction to the embroidery machine in the Innovation Centers throughout Cuyahoga County Public Library.
GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Mon, Jul 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Classroom (45)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Mon, Jul 20, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Jul 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Mon, Jul 20, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Tue, Jul 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Jul 21, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Tue, Jul 21, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
Creative Journaling Workshop with the American Diary Project
Tue, Jul 21, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Every diary tells a story worth saving. Join the American Diary Project to learn how personal journals become part of our shared history. 
Summer Fun for Everyone STEAM Family Storytime - Families
Wed, Jul 22, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Join us for a STEAM storytime and activities.
GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Wed, Jul 22, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Classroom (45)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Innovation Center Orientation - For adults ages 18 & up
Wed, Jul 22, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Innovation Center
Learn about the equipment and software in the Innovation Centers throughout Cuyahoga County Public Library.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Jul 22, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Fun for Everyone - Grades 1 – 6
Wed, Jul 22, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Youth Programming Room (110)
Drop in for reading, art, science, technology, engineering and math challenges. No registration required.
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