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Writing Life’s Stories
2026-10-16 10:00:00 2026-10-16 12:00:00 America/New_York Writing Life’s Stories Explore memoir writing in this 6-week series, October 16 -- November 20 Berea Branch - Large Meeting Room (100)

Friday, October 16
10:00am - 12:00pm

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Berea Branch

Large Meeting Room (100)

Explore memoir writing in this 6-week series, October 16 -- November 20

Writing Life’s Stories is for anyone ready to explore memoir writing. Classes include writing exercises and voluntary read-alouds as well as optional homework. Each session has a topic and in these six classes we’ll write about pivot points, personal values, stories that shape us, moments of connection, universal stories, and finding your memoir's theme.  

Laura Grace Weldon is the author of five books and was named 2019 Ohio Poet of the Year. She works as a book editor, with her essays and poems published in mainstream as well as literary publications. Laura’s workshops emphasize respect for each writer’s voice.

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Berea Branch
beamgr@cuyahogalibrary.org
Phone: 440.234.5475
Fax: 440.234.2932
Branch manager
Maryanne Haller
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Mon, Sep 14 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Sep 15 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Sep 16 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Sep 17 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Sep 18 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Sep 19 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Sep 20 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Opened in 1924, the Berea Branch was the third branch to join the Cuyahoga County Public Library system. It was initially housed in City Hall from 1924-1939 and then a small storefront in 1957 before moving to a standalone building. The branch is located adjacent to beautiful Coe Lake Park.

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Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Sep 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Family Storytime - All ages with caregiver
Mon, Sep 21, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.
The Link Between Physical Health and Mental Health - Adult
Tue, Sep 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room (100)
Join Jeffrey Riskin, LISW, from Southwest General Medical Group, Inc. – Behavioral Health, for an insightful discussion exploring how the mind and body are deeply connected.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Tue, Sep 22, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Sewing Basics: Infinity Scarf - Grades 3 to 6 with a caregiver
Sat, Sep 26, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
Come learn the basics of using a sewing machine and make your own infinity scarf! All materials and equipment are provided.
Sewing Basics: Infinity Scarf - Grades 3 to 6 with a caregiver
Sat, Sep 26, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
Come learn the basics of using a sewing machine and make your own infinity scarf! All materials and equipment are provided.
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Sep 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Monday Afternoon Book Discussion - The Paris Express by Emma Donoghue
Mon, Sep 28, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
Join us for a thoughtful and lively discussion. Books will be available at the Berea Branch one month before the discussion. Registration is not required and new members are always welcome!
Family Storytime - All ages with caregiver
Mon, Sep 28, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Ready, Set, Kindergarten!: Making Friends - Ages 3 and up with a caregiver
Tue, Sep 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room (100)
Join us to learn about what makes a good friend, while practicing foundational kindergarten readiness skills through play, stories, and activities.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Tue, Sep 29, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Get Cooking: How to Make an Apple Pie and See the World - Grades 3 to 5 (K to 2 welcome with a caregiver)
Tue, Sep 29, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
Join us for a delicious storytime adventure! We'll read How to Maken an Apple Pie and See the World, then whip up our own no-bake apple pie.
Music and Movement - Ages 19 months – 5 years with caregiver
Thu, Oct 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Enjoy a high-energy session of music and movement using shakers, bean bags, scarves and more.
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Oct 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Family Storytime - All ages with caregiver
Mon, Oct 05, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Tue, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Homeschool Art Sparks - Ages 8 and up
Thu, Oct 08, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
Get a little messy while learning something new! Each month we'll focus on an artist, explore their life and creative style, and make our own works of art based on what we have learned.
Baby & Me Yoga - Ages 6 weeks to 2 years with a caregiver
Fri, Oct 09, 10:30am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room (100)
Join Happy Me Kids Yoga at the Berea Library for a fun and nurturing Baby & Me Yoga class. Together we’ll sing, move, stretch, play, dance, and even sneak in a little rest!
Fall Plant Exchange - Adults
Sat, Oct 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
If you have perennials to share, bring them to the Berea Branch for our semi-annual plant exchange. Registration required.
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Oct 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Family Storytime - All ages with caregiver
Mon, Oct 12, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Tue, Oct 13, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Spooky Pop-ups! - Grades 2 to 6
Tue, Oct 13, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
Join us for a fun evening creating a variety of spooky pop-up paper crafts.
Preschool Club - Ages 3 to 4, not attending formal preschool
Thu, Oct 15, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
Your preschooler is ready to learn! Join us for a 5-session club for caregivers and children ages 3-4 not in formal preschool. Connect with other families through fun and playful learning activities.
Writing Life’s Stories
Fri, Oct 16, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
Explore memoir writing in this 6-week series, October 16 -- November 20
Mario Extravaganza! - Grades K to 6
Sat, Oct 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
Come celebrate Mario's 40th anniversary through a variety of crafts and activities based on Mario's many eras! (Costumes highly encouraged!)
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Oct 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Family Storytime - All ages with caregiver
Mon, Oct 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.
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