Name: Poetry Spotlight: Edgar Allan Poe
Start: 2026-11-18T19:00
End: 2026-11-18T20:00
Location: Maple Heights Branch

Hours

About the branch

The Maple Heights Branch serves as the headquarters for Aspire Greater Cleveland, a nonprofit organization that provides free comprehensive adult education services in Cleveland and throughout Cuyahoga County. Pearson Vue testing services are also offered at this location.

The Maple Heights Branch is also home to The Centers for Families and Children’s Debra Ann November Early Learning Center, the first early learning center to be located inside a public library in the State of Ohio.

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

Upcoming events

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

Mon, Nov 02, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Clay Cuties - Grades 4 - 8

Mon, Nov 02, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Storytime Room (30)

Clay Cuties is your chance to sculpt the cutest little creations, like tiny foods, fairy garden bits, charms, critters, fridge magnets… and more! Open to Grades 4-8 and beginner-friendly.

Kindergarten Club - Ages 4 & 5

Mon, Nov 02, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Kindergarten Club is for children entering kindergarten this fall who did not attend preschool, Head Start or a childcare center.

Homeschool Create, Explore and Express Art - Grades 2 - 5

Tue, Nov 03, 10:00am - 11:00am

Homework Center (100)

Join us for a 3-week Homeschool art series that will encourage creativity and self-expression through a variety of art styles and mediums.

Animal Adaptations - Grades K - 3

Tue, Nov 03, 2:30pm - 3:15pm

Homework Center (100)

Students will use animal beaks, skulls, and furs to figure out how Ohio animals find food in the wild using unique adaptations to help them. Brought to you by the Cleveland Museum of Natural History.

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

Tue, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Tue, Nov 03, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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!

Wed, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Play With Clay - Grades K - 3

Wed, Nov 04, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Storytime Room (30)

Have a great time learning to sculpt and mold using air dry clay! We’ll try lots of different tools and techniques in this fun, relaxed series for grades K – 3.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Wed, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Family Storytime - All ages with caregiver

Thu, Nov 05, 10:30am - 11:00am

Storytime Room (30)

Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.

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

Thu, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Computer Basics ★

Thu, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 9:00pm

Large Meeting Room (56)

Learn the basics about computing devices, using a mouse and keyboard, and navigating the desktop environment. Computer settings and mobile devices will also be discussed. No prerequisites.

Entrepreneurship Certification Class

Thu, Nov 05, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Classroom (12)

This event is part of a free 12-week certification class covering how to start a business from scratch. Please contact Jessica at juntch@cuyahogalibrary.org for more info.

Cancelled

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Thu, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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

Adapted Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 years with caregiver

Fri, Nov 06, 10:30am - 11:00am

Storytime Room (30)

Children with varying learning styles and abilities will learn together in a safe, supportive environment where respect and appreciation for differences is encouraged.

Sew a Head Wrap - Ages 10 - Adult

Sat, Nov 07, 10:30am - 11:30am

Homework Center (100)

Celebrate National Head Wrap Day on November 20 by sewing your very own head wrap! Ages 10 and up will use basic machine sewing skills on our machines to make your head wrap. All supplies provided.

Clay Cuties - Grades 4 - 8

Mon, Nov 09, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Storytime Room (30)

Clay Cuties is your chance to sculpt the cutest little creations, like tiny foods, fairy garden bits, charms, critters, fridge magnets… and more! Open to Grades 4-8 and beginner-friendly.

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

Mon, Nov 09, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Homeschool Create, Explore and Express Art - Grades 2 - 5

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

Homework Center (100)

Join us for a 3-week Homeschool art series that will encourage creativity and self-expression through a variety of art styles and mediums.

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

Tue, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Teen Tuesday - A New Chapter Every Month

Tue, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Meet up with friends and discover a new way to connect with books each month.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Tue, Nov 10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

PowerPoint Advanced Features

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

Large Meeting Room (56)

Learn how to take your presentation to the next level. Topics include using slide master and adding animations, hyperlinks, videos and sound. Prerequisite: PowerPoint Basics.

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

Wed, Nov 11, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Play With Clay - Grades K - 3

Wed, Nov 11, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Storytime Room (30)

Have a great time learning to sculpt and mold using air dry clay! We’ll try lots of different tools and techniques in this fun, relaxed series for grades K – 3.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Wed, Nov 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Family Storytime - All ages with caregiver

Thu, Nov 12, 10:30am - 11:00am

Storytime Room (30)

Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.

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

Thu, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Peruvian Cuisine: Arroz con Leche - Adults

Thu, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Large Meeting Room (56)

Learn how to make this warm and comforting Peruvian dessert.

This event is full

Entrepreneurship Certification Class

Thu, Nov 12, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Classroom (12)

This event is part of a free 12-week certification class covering how to start a business from scratch. Please contact Jessica at juntch@cuyahogalibrary.org for more info.

Cancelled

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Thu, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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

Mental Health Workshop - Adults

Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Large Meeting Room (56)

Explore the mind and body and what is at the heart of mental health conditions with Dr. Terry A. Webb. This workshop will take place on the second Saturday of each month.

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

Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Clay Cuties - Grades 4 - 8

Mon, Nov 16, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Storytime Room (30)

Clay Cuties is your chance to sculpt the cutest little creations, like tiny foods, fairy garden bits, charms, critters, fridge magnets… and more! Open to Grades 4-8 and beginner-friendly.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Mon, Nov 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Homeschool Create, Explore and Express Art - Grades 2 - 5

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

Homework Center (100)

Join us for a 3-week Homeschool art series that will encourage creativity and self-expression through a variety of art styles and mediums.

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

Tue, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Tue, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Adult Activities for All Abilities

Tue, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Large Meeting Room (56)

Join us for a fun, adapted program with a different theme each month. This program is open to all adults but is specifically designed for adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers.

Adult Activities for All Abilities

Wed, Nov 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

Large Meeting Room (56)

Join us for a fun, adapted program with a different theme each month. This program is open to all adults but is specifically designed for adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers.

Senior Box Pickup - Adults 60 years and older

Wed, Nov 18, 10:00am - 11:00am

Free curated meals of cheese and shelf-stable items.

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

Wed, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Play With Clay - Grades K - 3

Wed, Nov 18, 4:30pm - 5:15pm

Storytime Room (30)

Have a great time learning to sculpt and mold using air dry clay! We’ll try lots of different tools and techniques in this fun, relaxed series for grades K – 3.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Wed, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Poetry Spotlight: Edgar Allan Poe

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

Large Meeting Room (56)

Join us as we explore some of Edgar Allan Poe's most famous poems, including "The Raven." Then write your own poem modeling Poe's macabre style!

Family Storytime - All ages with caregiver

Thu, Nov 19, 10:30am - 11:00am

Storytime Room (30)

Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.

Toddler Explorers - Ages 1 - 3 with a caregiver

Thu, Nov 19, 11:30am - 12:00pm

Storytime Room (30)

Join us for hands-on, sensory learning. We have the potential to get messy, so please wear play clothes. No registration needed.

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

Thu, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Entrepreneurship Certification Class

Thu, Nov 19, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Classroom (12)

This event is part of a free 12-week certification class covering how to start a business from scratch. Please contact Jessica at juntch@cuyahogalibrary.org for more info.

Cancelled

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Thu, Nov 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

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

Clues & Cozies - A Cozy Mystery Discussion

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

Small Meeting Room (12)

Help us piece together the clues as we chat about our latest cozy mystery with a cup of coffee, tea, or hot cocoa! (Discussion can also be accessed on Zoom by registering for Virtual "Clues & Cozies")

Music Therapy and More - Ages 0 – 6 years (and their parents/caregivers)

Sat, Nov 21, 10:00am - 10:30am

A music program for families and their children (ages 0-6 years) with concerns in an area of development. Join us for a hands-on program designed to teach families how to use music to improve skills.Register

Winter Sowing with Cuyahoga Soil & Water Conservation

Sat, Nov 21, 10:30am - 11:30am

Homework Center (100)

Families will create mini-greenhouses using milk jugs allowing seeds to experience natural winter conditions in Northeast Ohio with little risk.

Saturdoodle

Sat, Nov 21, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

A weekend spot for teens to relax, color, and create.

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

Mon, Nov 23, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Clay Cuties - Grades 4 - 8

Mon, Nov 23, 4:00pm - 5:00pm

Storytime Room (30)

Clay Cuties is your chance to sculpt the cutest little creations, like tiny foods, fairy garden bits, charms, critters, fridge magnets… and more! Open to Grades 4-8 and beginner-friendly.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Mon, Nov 23, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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!

Tue, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Tue, Nov 24, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Entrepreneurship Certification Class

Thu, Nov 26, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Classroom (12)

This event is part of a free 12-week certification class covering how to start a business from scratch. Please contact Jessica at juntch@cuyahogalibrary.org for more info.

AI for Seniors - Adults

Mon, Nov 30, 11:00am - 1:00pm

Large Meeting Room (56)

Join AI for Seniors and discover how artificial intelligence can make everyday life easier and more fun.

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

Mon, Nov 30, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Mon, Nov 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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!

Tue, Dec 01, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Tue, Dec 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Adult Activities for All Abilities

Tue, Dec 01, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Large Meeting Room (56)

Join us for a fun, adapted program with a different theme each month. This program is open to all adults but is specifically designed for adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers.

Adult Activities for All Abilities

Wed, Dec 02, 10:00am - 11:00am

Large Meeting Room (56)

Join us for a fun, adapted program with a different theme each month. This program is open to all adults but is specifically designed for adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers.

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

Wed, Dec 02, 4:00pm - 6:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Wed, Dec 02, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Homework Center (100)

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

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Mon, Nov 02	9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Nov 03	9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Nov 04	9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Nov 05	9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Nov 06	9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Nov 07	9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Nov 08	1:00PM to 5:00PM

Poetry Spotlight: Edgar Allan Poe

Wednesday, November 187:00pm - 8:00pm

Maple Heights Branch

Maple Heights Branch

Upcoming events

Wednesday, November 18
7:00pm - 8:00pm