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Library Arcade
2026-11-14 10:00:00 2026-11-14 15:00:00 America/New_York Library Arcade Celebrate video games past and present at the library! Experience every console generation from the 70s to today. Come solo, with friends, or bring the entire family, gamers of all ages are welcome! Parma-Snow Branch - Sari Feldman Auditorium (400), Conference Room A/B (60)

Saturday, November 14
10:00am - 3:00pm

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Parma-Snow Branch

Sari Feldman Auditorium (400), Conference Room A/B (60)

Celebrate video games past and present at the library! Experience every console generation from the 70s to today. Come solo, with friends, or bring the entire family, gamers of all ages are welcome!

Celebrate the past, present, and future of video games at your library! Experience every console generation from the 1970s to today. Come solo, with friends, or bring the entire family, gamers of all ages and experience levels are welcome!

Whether you grew up dodging flaming barrels or have invested hours building bases and avoiding Creepers with Steve and Alex, this is the perfect event for all ages. Introduce your kids to the video games of your childhood or discover something totally new together, this is the perfect chance for families to connect, play, and have fun!

Enjoy:

  • Free Play on Retro and Modern Consoles, including:
    • Magnavox Odyssey
    • Intellivison
    • Atari (2600)
    • Nintendo (NES, SNES, N64, GameCube, Wii, Wii-U, Switch, and Switch 2)
    • Nintendo Handhelds (Game & Watch, GameBoy, Virtual Boy, GB Color, GBA, DS, and 3DS)
    • Sega (Master System, Genesis, CD, Saturn, and Dreamcast)
    • Sony (PlayStation 1, 2, 3, 4, and 5)
    • Xbox (XBOX, 360, One, and Series)
    • Panasonic 3DO, Casio Loopy, and king of meme-worthy games the Phillips CDi 
  • Virtual Reality Experiences
  • Multi-Generational Mario Kart Contest
  • Smash Bros "Through-the-Ages"
  • Video Game Art Activities
  • NASA GVIS Lab

  

  

Parma-Snow Branch
pasmgr@cuyahogalibrary.org
Phone: 216.661.4240
Fax: 216.661.1019
Branch manager
Eboni Dickerson
Hours
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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
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About the branch

The Parma-Snow Branch is home to the Sari Feldman Auditorium, a flexible, state-of-the-art venue for theatrical groups, recitals, concerts, meetings, speaker presentations, wedding receptions and other group events.

This branch is a Greater Cleveland Food Bank Kids Café location.

Upcoming events

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Kids Cafe - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Nov 02, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Tue, Nov 03, 10:00am - 10:20am
Story/Craft Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Mobile Pantry - Free, fresh produce distribution
Tue, Nov 03, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Cuyahoga County Public Library is collaborating with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to distribute free, fresh produce to those in need.
Cancelled
Mobile Pantry - Free, fresh produce distribution
Tue, Nov 03, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Cuyahoga County Public Library is collaborating with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to distribute free, fresh produce to those in need.
Kids Cafe - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Nov 03, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Happy Me Preschool Yoga - with Ms Halle - (ages 3-6)
Wed, Nov 04, 11:00am - 11:35am
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Time to play yoga! We will build strength, courage, social skills, and calmness all while having fun playing on our mats. Please register--sponsored by the Friends of the Parma Libraries
Kids Cafe - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Nov 04, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
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 
Wed, Nov 04, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays. 
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Thu, Nov 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Thu, Nov 05, 11:00am - 11:20am
Story/Craft Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Cafe - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Nov 05, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Build with a Book - Grades K-5
Thu, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Discover the magic of books with our read-aloud building sessions!
Kids Cafe - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Nov 06, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
P.A.L.S. Big Screen Sensory Friendly Movie - Hoppers (PG)
Mon, Nov 09, 11:00am - 1:00pm
Sari Feldman Auditorium (400)
Join us for a Sensory Friendly Movie, where the sound is lower, the lights are brighter, and talking, singing and moving are perfectly acceptable! Sponsored by the Friends of the Parma Libraries.
Kids Cafe - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Nov 09, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Music Therapy & More - (ages 0-6 with caregiver)
Mon, Nov 09, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Story/Craft Room (40)
Join us for a hands-on program designed to teach families how to use music to improve their child's academic, motor, communication and social skills as well as behavior.  Register
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Tue, Nov 10, 10:00am - 10:20am
Story/Craft Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Adapted Storytime   - Ages 0 – 8 years with caregiver  
Tue, Nov 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Children with varying learning styles and abilities will learn together in a safe, supportive environment where respect and appreciation for differences are encouraged.  
Kids Cafe - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Nov 10, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kids Cafe - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Nov 11, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
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 
Wed, Nov 11, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays. 
Danielle Fishel, Rider Strong, & Will Friedle - An Evening with the hosts of Pod Meets World
Wed, Nov 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Sari Feldman Auditorium (400)
This event is now SOLD OUT and the wait list is FULL.Register
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Thu, Nov 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Thu, Nov 12, 11:00am - 11:20am
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Cafe - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Nov 12, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
P.A.L.S. Monthly Meet-Up - Holiday Decorating with Natural Materials
Thu, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
P.A.L.S. stands for Programs for All Lives, a series of adapted programs created specifically for customers with disabilities.
Kids Cafe - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Nov 13, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Library Arcade
Sat, Nov 14, 10:00am - 3:00pm
Conference Room A/B (60),Sari Feldman Auditorium (400)
Celebrate video games past and present at the library! Experience every console generation from the 70s to today. Come solo, with friends, or bring the entire family, gamers of all ages are welcome!
Yoga for Teens + Creative Cooldown - Ages 13-18
Sat, Nov 14, 11:00am - 12:55pm
Resource Room (40)
Join us for a free yoga class, followed by a fun activity. A Release & Hold Harmless is required.
Kids Cafe - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Nov 16, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Adapted Playgroup
Mon, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Come play with us! Kids 1 to 6 years & caregivers will have the chance to interact with our experienced Intervention Specialist who can provide tips on behavior, social skills and development.
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Tue, Nov 17, 10:00am - 10:20am
Story/Craft Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Tuesday Morning Book Discussion - The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah
Tue, Nov 17, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room A/B (60)
Books will be available for pick up one month before the discussion date at the circulation desk.
Homeschool Hang - Homeschooling Families Team Up
Tue, Nov 17, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
This is a fun, informal meet-up for learning and connection to meet other homeschoolers. Listen to a book, then do self-directed art projects using library supplies. Chat, study and relax!
This event is full
Kids Cafe - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Nov 17, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kids Cafe - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Nov 18, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
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 
Wed, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays. 
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Thu, Nov 19, 10:00am - 10:30am
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Thu, Nov 19, 11:00am - 11:20am
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Word Basics ★
Thu, Nov 19, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Technology Learning Center (20)
Learn Microsoft Word using tools such as entering and formatting text, copying, pasting, saving and printing. Prerequisite: Computer Basics or equivalent experience.
Kids Cafe - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Nov 19, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kindergarten Club - Ages 4 & 5
Thu, Nov 19, 5:30pm - 7:00pm
Kindergarten Club is for children entering kindergarten this fall who did not attend preschool, Head Start or a childcare center.
Registration is now closed
Kids Cafe - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Nov 20, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kids Cafe - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Nov 23, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Tue, Nov 24, 10:00am - 10:20am
Story/Craft Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Kids Cafe - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Nov 24, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kids Cafe - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Nov 25, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kids Cafe - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Nov 27, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Next Chapter Book Club  - Ages 14 & Up! 
Sat, Nov 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Story/Craft Room (40)
Next Chapter Book Club is a NO-HOMEWORK book discussion for ALL ABILITIES where we read aloud together from a book. No need to read ahead! 
Innovation Center & Memory Lab Orientation - For adults
Mon, Nov 30, 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 - November - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Nov 30, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
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 30, 3:30pm - 4:45pm
Innovation Center
Learn about the equipment and software in Cuyahoga County Public Library's Innovation Centers and Memory Lab
Artful Mondays - Painting with Watercolor
Mon, Nov 30, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Resource Room (40)
Artful Mondays is an informal monthly drop in arts and crafts program featuring a specific art/craft technique.
This event is full
Cancelled
Mobile Pantry - Free, fresh produce distribution
Tue, Dec 01, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Cuyahoga County Public Library is collaborating with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to distribute free, fresh produce to those in need.
Mobile Pantry - Free, fresh produce distribution
Tue, Dec 01, 1:30pm - 3:00pm
Cuyahoga County Public Library is collaborating with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to distribute free, fresh produce to those in need.
Kids Cafe - December - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Dec 01, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Word Advanced Features
Wed, Dec 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Technology Learning Center (20)
Learn about advanced formatting features available in Word, including tab stops, styles, headers and footers, and tracking changes. Prerequisite: Word Basics.
Kids Cafe - December - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Dec 02, 3:15pm - 4:15pm
Story/Craft/Resource Room (80)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
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