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NASA Young Innovators: Structural Mechanics

Grades 5-12

2026-11-21 10:30:00 2026-11-21 12:00:00 America/New_York NASA Young Innovators: Structural Mechanics Learn about the basics of structural mechanics. Parma Heights Branch - Tech Classroom (45)

Saturday, November 21
10:30am - 12:00pm

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Parma Heights Branch

Tech Classroom (45)

Learn about the basics of structural mechanics.

Learn about the basics of structural mechanics, how NASA engineers balance the structural integrity of their aerospace vehicles with weight, and create the sturdiest bridge you can with the limited materials provided!

TAGS: | Teen Programs | Technology and Innovation |

Parma Heights Branch

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About the branch

Opened April 11, 2026, this state-of-the-art, one-of-a-kind library branch features everything from the materials, programs, and services CCPL customers have come to expect and rely on, to an early learning space to be operated by The Centers, and the new home of Aspire Greater Cleveland which focuses on adult education that supports critical workforce development.

Upcoming events

ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Mon, Nov 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Tech Classroom (45)

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Mon, Nov 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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

Entrepreneurship Certification Class - Adults

Mon, Nov 02, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Tech Classroom (45)

No-cost 12-week Adult education program designed to help you build and launch your business.

Baby & Toddler Storytime - Birth – 35 months with caregiver

Tue, Nov 03, 10:00am - 10:30am

Youth Programming Room

Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Tue, Nov 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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

Tue, Nov 03, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Youth Programming Room

Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.

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

Wed, Nov 04, 10:00am - 10:30am

Youth Programming Room

Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Wed, Nov 04, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Tech Classroom (45)

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Wed, Nov 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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

Baby Club - Ages birth – 35 months with parent/caregiver

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

Combined Meeting Room A/B (90)

Boost your baby’s brain through play!

Registration is now closed

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Thu, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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

Game Playtesters - Grades 4-8

Thu, Nov 05, 7:00pm - 8:00pm

Youth Programming Room

Do you love to game? Do you like to try new board, card, and video games? Join us as we playtest a new game each month.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Fri, Nov 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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

Parma Heights Voices - Stories of Our Past, Conversations for Our Future

Sat, Nov 07, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Tech Classroom (45)

Join us for a lively panel style conversation featuring longtime Parma Heights residents sharing their experiences, insights, and hopes for our evolving community.

ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Mon, Nov 09, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Tech Classroom (45)

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Mon, Nov 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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

Entrepreneurship Certification Class - Adults

Mon, Nov 09, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Tech Classroom (45)

No-cost 12-week Adult education program designed to help you build and launch your business.

Innovation Center & Memory Lab Orientation - For adults

Mon, Nov 09, 6:30pm - 7:30pm

Combined Meeting Room A/B (90),Innovation Center

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

Baby & Toddler Storytime - Birth – 35 months with caregiver

Tue, Nov 10, 10:00am - 10:30am

Youth Programming Room

Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Tue, Nov 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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

Tue, Nov 10, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Youth Programming Room

Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.

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

Wed, Nov 11, 10:00am - 10:30am

Youth Programming Room

Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Wed, Nov 11, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Tech Classroom (45)

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

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

Youth Programming Room

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Thu, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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

Teen Innovators - Grades 6-12

Fri, Nov 13, 2:30pm - 4:00pm

Innovation Center,Tech Classroom (45)

Registration and release form required. Join us in the Innovation Center to tinker with technology and equipment. Explore creative opportunities with staff guidance.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Fri, Nov 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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

Sat, Nov 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Combined Meeting Room A/B (90)

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

This event is full

ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Mon, Nov 16, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Tech Classroom (45)

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Mon, Nov 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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

Entrepreneurship Certification Class - Adults

Mon, Nov 16, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Tech Classroom (45)

No-cost 12-week Adult education program designed to help you build and launch your business.

Innovation Center & Memory Lab Orientation - For adults

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

Combined Meeting Room A/B (90),Innovation Center

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

Baby & Toddler Storytime - Birth – 35 months with caregiver

Tue, Nov 17, 10:00am - 10:30am

Youth Programming Room

Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Tue, Nov 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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

Tue, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Youth Programming Room

Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.

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

Wed, Nov 18, 10:00am - 10:30am

Youth Programming Room

Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Wed, Nov 18, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Tech Classroom (45)

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Wed, Nov 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Thu, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Fri, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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

Maker Saturdays: Cricut Demo - Adults

Sat, Nov 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm

Combined Meeting Room A/B (90)

Drop in for a hands-on Cricut demo and learn how to use our equipment to create stickers and shadow boxes. No registration required.

NASA Young Innovators: Structural Mechanics - Grades 5-12

Sat, Nov 21, 10:30am - 12:00pm

Tech Classroom (45)

Learn about the basics of structural mechanics.

Innovation Center & Memory Lab Orientation - For adults

Mon, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 3:00pm

Combined Meeting Room A/B (90),Innovation Center

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

ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Mon, Nov 23, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Tech Classroom (45)

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Mon, Nov 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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

Entrepreneurship Certification Class - Adults

Mon, Nov 23, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Tech Classroom (45)

No-cost 12-week Adult education program designed to help you build and launch your business.

Baby & Toddler Storytime - Birth – 35 months with caregiver

Tue, Nov 24, 10:00am - 10:30am

Youth Programming Room

Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Tue, Nov 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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

Tue, Nov 24, 6:30pm - 7:00pm

Youth Programming Room

Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.

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

Wed, Nov 25, 10:00am - 10:30am

Youth Programming Room

Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Wed, Nov 25, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Tech Classroom (45)

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Wed, Nov 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Fri, Nov 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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

STEAM Saturday - Grades K-5

Sat, Nov 28, 11:00am - 12:00pm

Youth Programming Room

Join us each month for a new STEAM challenge!

ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

Mon, Nov 30, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Tech Classroom (45)

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

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

Youth Programming Room

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

Entrepreneurship Certification Class - Adults

Mon, Nov 30, 6:00pm - 8:30pm

Tech Classroom (45)

No-cost 12-week Adult education program designed to help you build and launch your business.

Five Weeks of Giving - CCPL Social Worker's Annual Giveaway

Tue, Dec 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm

Combined Meeting Room A/B (90)

Join us from 11am-3pm as the CCPL Social Work Team hosts their annual pop-up and resource giveaway! Registration is encouraged but not required.

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Tue, Dec 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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

Wed, Dec 02, 2:00pm - 4:00pm

Tech Classroom (45)

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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger

Wed, Dec 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm

Youth Programming Room

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