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Writing Life’s Stories
2026-10-30 10:00:00 2026-10-30 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 30
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
Hours
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We're closed Monday October 12 due to Staff Development day
Mon, Oct 12 Closed
(Staff Development day)
Tue, Oct 13 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Oct 14 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Oct 15 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Oct 16 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Oct 17 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Oct 18 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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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.
Registration is now closed
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.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Tue, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Insights Into the Unknown - Adults
Tue, Oct 20, 7:00pm - 8:15pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
Take a fascinating trip into the world of ghosts and the paranormal as author and investigator Greg Feketik shares some of his most memorable investigations.
Writing Life’s Stories
Fri, Oct 23, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
Explore memoir writing in this 6-week series, October 16 -- November 20
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Oct 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Monday Afternoon Book Discussion - Something to Look Forward To by Fannie Flagg
Mon, Oct 26, 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, Oct 26, 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 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Internet Basics ★ - Adults
Thu, Oct 29, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
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.
Writing Life’s Stories
Fri, Oct 30, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
Explore memoir writing in this 6-week series, October 16 -- November 20
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Nov 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Family Storytime - All ages with caregiver
Mon, Nov 02, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Tue, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Music and Movement - Ages 19 months – 5 years with caregiver
Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Enjoy a high-energy session of music and movement using shakers, bean bags, scarves and more.
Homeschool Art Sparks - Ages 8 and up
Thu, Nov 05, 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.
Registration opens Tuesday, October 20 2026 at 9:00am
Writing Life’s Stories
Fri, Nov 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
Explore memoir writing in this 6-week series, October 16 -- November 20
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Nov 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Family Storytime - All ages with caregiver
Mon, Nov 09, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Tue, Nov 10, 10:30am - 11:00am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
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