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The Cuban Missile Crisis

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2026-11-02 19:00:00 2026-11-02 20:00:00 America/New_York The Cuban Missile Crisis Explore the tense days of October 1962, when the United States and the Soviet Union stood on the brink of nuclear war. Brooklyn Branch - Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)

Monday, November 02
7:00pm - 8:00pm

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Brooklyn Branch

Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)

Explore the tense days of October 1962, when the United States and the Soviet Union stood on the brink of nuclear war.

In October 1962, the United States and the Soviet Union came dangerously close to nuclear war. This presentation tells the whole story of how JFK, Nikita Khrushchev, Fidel Castro and many others eventually avoided starting World War III.

Carl Quatraro has spent his whole life in the Akron area. Carl retired in 2018 and now stays involved in his community by delivering entertaining and informative presentations to local libraries, senior and professional associations and retirement centers.

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Brooklyn Branch

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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

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Mon, Nov 02, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Mon, Nov 02, 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, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Large Meeting Room A (60)

Join us for a lively discussion of the book A Far-Flung Life by M.L. Stedman.

Registration is now closed

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Mon, Nov 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!

Mon, Nov 02, 4:15pm - 6:45pm

We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.

The Cuban Missile Crisis - Adults

Mon, Nov 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)

Explore the tense days of October 1962, when the United States and the Soviet Union stood on the brink of nuclear war.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Tue, Nov 03, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Tue, Nov 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Tue, Nov 03, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Classroom (45)

Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Innovation Center & Memory Lab Orientation - For adults

Tue, Nov 03, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Innovation Center

Learn about the equipment and software in Cuyahoga County Public Library's Innovation Centers and Memory Lab

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Wed, Nov 04, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver

Wed, Nov 04, 11:00am - 11:30am

Youth Programming Room (110)

Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Wed, Nov 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Classroom (45)

Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Wed, Nov 04, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Thu, Nov 05, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Baby & Toddler Storytime - Birth – 35 months with caregiver

Thu, Nov 05, 11:00am - 11:30am

Youth Programming Room (110)

Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Thu, Nov 05, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Thu, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Classroom (45)

Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Fri, Nov 06, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Fri, Nov 06, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Sat, Nov 07, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Minecraft Escape Room & Cooking Program - Grades 2-5 - Grades 2-5

Sat, Nov 07, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Large Meeting Room A (60),Large Meeting Room B (60)

Do you have what it takes to work together, find the ingredients and “craft” your Golden Apple before you are stranded in the fiery NETHER terrain forever?

This event is full

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Sun, Nov 08, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Mon, Nov 09, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Mon, Nov 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Classroom (45)

Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Mon, Nov 09, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Innovation Center & Memory Lab Orientation - For adults

Mon, Nov 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Innovation Center

Learn about the equipment and software in Cuyahoga County Public Library's Innovation Centers and Memory Lab

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Tue, Nov 10, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Senior Box Pickup - Adults 60 years and older

Tue, Nov 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm

Free curated meals of cheese and shelf-stable items.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Tue, Nov 10, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Tue, Nov 10, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Classroom (45)

Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Wed, Nov 11, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver

Wed, Nov 11, 11:00am - 11:30am

Youth Programming Room (110)

Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Wed, Nov 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Classroom (45)

Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Wed, Nov 11, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Metroparks - FROGS - All Ages

Wed, Nov 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room (110)

Discover the many species of frogs and toads that live in our area and how to identify them.

3D Design Basics - Adult

Wed, Nov 11, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Classroom (45)

Learn the basics of the 3D Design software, Tinkercad.

This event is full

Teen Innovators - 3D Design Basics - For students in Grades 5-12

Wed, Nov 11, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Learn the basics of the 3D design software Tinkercad. A valid e-mail address and basic computer skills are required.

This event is full

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Thu, Nov 12, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Baby & Toddler Storytime - Birth – 35 months with caregiver

Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:30am

Youth Programming Room (110)

Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Thu, Nov 12, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Thu, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Classroom (45)

Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Fri, Nov 13, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Excel Basics ★

Fri, Nov 13, 10:00am - 1:00pm

Classroom (45)

Learn the essentials of Excel. Topics include entering data, using autofill and performing calculations using basic formulas and functions. Prerequisite: Computer Basics or equivalent experience.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Fri, Nov 13, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Sat, Nov 14, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

La Hora del Cuento: Spanish Language Storytime - Birth-8 years with Parent or Caregiver

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 11:30am

Youth Programming Room (110)

Participate in fun sessions with rhymes, songs, games, movement, puppets and stories in Spanish. This storytime is offered in Spanish, but the lead artist helps with transitions in English if needed.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Sun, Nov 15, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Mon, Nov 16, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Mon, Nov 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Classroom (45)

Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Mon, Nov 16, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Tue, Nov 17, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Teen Innovators - 3D Design Basics - For Homeschoolers in Grades 5-12

Tue, Nov 17, 10:00am - 11:00am

Classroom (45)

Learn the basics of the 3D design software Tinkercad. A valid e-mail address and basic computer skills are required.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Tue, Nov 17, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Tue, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Classroom (45)

Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Wed, Nov 18, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver

Wed, Nov 18, 11:00am - 11:30am

Youth Programming Room (110)

Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Wed, Nov 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Classroom (45)

Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Wed, Nov 18, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Author Sara Paretsky

Wed, Nov 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)

Join us when author Sara Paretsky visits to discuss her latest novel, Bad Company.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Thu, Nov 19, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Baby & Toddler Storytime - Birth – 35 months with caregiver

Thu, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:30am

Youth Programming Room (110)

Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Thu, Nov 19, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Thu, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Classroom (45)

Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Innovation Center & Memory Lab Orientation - For adults

Thu, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Innovation Center

Learn about the equipment and software in Cuyahoga County Public Library's Innovation Centers and Memory Lab

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Fri, Nov 20, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Fri, Nov 20, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Sat, Nov 21, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Hands on Help - Ages 18 & up

Sat, Nov 21, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Innovation Center

Drop in to use the Innovation Center while a staff member is present to assist with questions and projects.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Sun, Nov 22, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Mon, Nov 23, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

GED Orientation - Students must attend an orientation before beginning classes

Mon, Nov 23, 1:00pm - 5:00pm

Small Meeting Room (16)

Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Mon, Nov 23, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Classroom (45)

Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Mon, Nov 23, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Embroidery Basics - For adults ages 18 & up

Mon, Nov 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Innovation Center

Join us for an introduction to the embroidery machine in the Innovation Centers throughout Cuyahoga County Public Library.

This event is full

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Tue, Nov 24, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Innovation Center & Memory Lab Orientation - For adults

Tue, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Innovation Center

Learn about the equipment and software in Cuyahoga County Public Library's Innovation Centers and Memory Lab

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Tue, Nov 24, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Old Fashioned Family Game Night - all ages

Tue, Nov 24, 6:30pm - 8:00pm

Combined Large Meeting Room A/B (150)

Kick off the holiday weekend with some laid back fun! Join us for an evening of board games with your family. We'll have a variety of games for all ages to choose from.

ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Tue, Nov 24, 6:30pm - 8:30pm

Classroom (45)

Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Wed, Nov 25, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver

Wed, Nov 25, 11:00am - 11:30am

Youth Programming Room (110)

Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Wed, Nov 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Classroom (45)

Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Wed, Nov 25, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Fri, Nov 27, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Fri, Nov 27, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Sat, Nov 28, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Club Otaku: Teen Anime & Manga Club - For grades 5-12

Sat, Nov 28, 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.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Sun, Nov 29, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Mon, Nov 30, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Mon, Nov 30, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Classroom (45)

Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Mon, Nov 30, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Brooklyn Film Discussion Series - H is For Hawk

Mon, Nov 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Large Meeting Room A (60)

This event will be held in-person.

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Tue, Dec 01, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Tue, Dec 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Innovation Center & Memory Lab Orientation - For adults

Tue, Dec 01, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Innovation Center

Learn about the equipment and software in Cuyahoga County Public Library's Innovation Centers and Memory Lab

Toys for Tots Annual Toy Drive

Wed, Dec 02, All day

Donate a new, unused toy at our collection box in the library branch to benefit children in need this Holiday season. Help make a difference for children less fortunate in Cuyahoga County.

GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Wed, Dec 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Classroom (45)

Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Wed, Dec 02, 3:00pm - 4:00pm

Homework Help (48)

Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.