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"Aging With a Plan"

With author Sharona Hoffman, JD, LLM, SJD
2023-10-02 14:00:00 2023-10-02 15:00:00 America/New_York "Aging With a Plan" Find out "how a little thought today can vastly improve your tomorrow." Berea Branch - Large Meeting Room (100)

Monday, October 02
2:00pm - 3:00pm

Add to Calendar 2023-10-02 14:00:00 2023-10-02 15:00:00 America/New_York "Aging With a Plan" Find out "how a little thought today can vastly improve your tomorrow." Berea Branch - Large Meeting Room (100)

Berea Branch

Large Meeting Room (100)

Find out "how a little thought today can vastly improve your tomorrow."

See all of the author’s upcoming visits on our events calendar.

In this engaging talk, Case Western Reserve University Professor Sharona Hoffman, JD, LLM, SJD, will address some of the social, financial, legal, medical and other challenges that we face as we grow older or care for aging loved ones.

Based on her 2022 book, Aging With a Plan: How a Little Thought Today Can Vastly Improve Your Tomorrow, the author will offer a wealth of practical advice backed by research studies and illustrated by many personal anecdotes.

TAGS: | General | Author Event |

Berea Branch
beamgr@cuyahogalibrary.org
Phone: 440.234.5475
Fax: 440.234.2932
Branch manager
Maryanne Haller
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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.

Upcoming events

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Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Sun, Jan 11, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Mon, Jan 12, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Jan 12, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Family Storytime - All ages with caregiver
Mon, Jan 12, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Intro to Genealogy at the Western Reserve Historical Society - Adults
Mon, Jan 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
Learn how resources available in the WRHS Library can help answer your questions, and where you might find additional resources to add information and context to the family stories you tell.
This event is full
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Tue, Jan 13, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Tue, Jan 13, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Wed, Jan 14, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Wed, Jan 14, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Thu, Jan 15, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Preschool Club - Ages 3 to 4, not attending formal preschool
Thu, Jan 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.
This event is full
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Fri, Jan 16, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Baby & Me Yoga - Ages 6 weeks to 2 years with a caregiver
Fri, Jan 16, 10:30am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room (100)
Join Happy Me Kids Yoga at the Berea Library for a fun and nurturing Baby & Me Yoga class. Together we’ll sing, move, stretch, play, dance, and even sneak in a little rest!
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Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Sat, Jan 17, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Kids in the Kitchen: Stone Soup - Grades 3 to 5 (K to 2 welcome with a caregiver)
Sat, Jan 17, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
Join us for a delicious storytime adventure! We'll read the classic tale of Stone Soup, then head to our “kitchen” to whip up a simmering pot of vegetable soup together.
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Sun, Jan 18, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Berea Midpark High School Art Display
Mon, Jan 19, All day
Drop in to view artwork created by Berea Midpark High School students. The students' pieces are inspired by the MLK Week 2026 theme, Building the Beloved Community. Art on display daily January 19-24.
Brick by Brick - Paper Brick Mural
Mon, Jan 19, All day
Stop by the Berea Branch Library to create a small piece of art or write a meaningful message on a paper brick to be included in a display.
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Mon, Jan 19, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Family Storytime - All ages with caregiver
Mon, Jan 19, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Berea Midpark High School Art Display
Tue, Jan 20, All day
Drop in to view artwork created by Berea Midpark High School students. The students' pieces are inspired by the MLK Week 2026 theme, Building the Beloved Community. Art on display daily January 19-24.
Brick by Brick - Paper Brick Mural
Tue, Jan 20, All day
Stop by the Berea Branch Library to create a small piece of art or write a meaningful message on a paper brick to be included in a display.
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Tue, Jan 20, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Tue, Jan 20, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Women in History: Fannie Lou Hamer
Tue, Jan 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Women in History actress Robin Echols Cooper will portray Fannie Lou Hamer, who rose from humble beginnings to become one of the most influential voices of the civil rights movement.
Berea Midpark High School Art Display
Wed, Jan 21, All day
Drop in to view artwork created by Berea Midpark High School students. The students' pieces are inspired by the MLK Week 2026 theme, Building the Beloved Community. Art on display daily January 19-24.
Brick by Brick - Paper Brick Mural
Wed, Jan 21, All day
Stop by the Berea Branch Library to create a small piece of art or write a meaningful message on a paper brick to be included in a display.
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Wed, Jan 21, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Wed, Jan 21, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Whispers From the Past - Victorian Symbols & Stories From Riverside Cemetery - Adults
Wed, Jan 21, 6:30pm - 7:45pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
Discover the fascinating tales beneath the surface of this local resting place.
Berea Midpark High School Art Display
Thu, Jan 22, All day
Drop in to view artwork created by Berea Midpark High School students. The students' pieces are inspired by the MLK Week 2026 theme, Building the Beloved Community. Art on display daily January 19-24.
Brick by Brick - Paper Brick Mural
Thu, Jan 22, All day
Stop by the Berea Branch Library to create a small piece of art or write a meaningful message on a paper brick to be included in a display.
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Thu, Jan 22, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Investigate it! - Evidence - Grades 6-12
Thu, Jan 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
Learn about fingerprints and other evidence used to solve crimes. Open to Students in Grades 6-12. Registration required beginning December 1st.
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Fri, Jan 23, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Berea Midpark High School Art Display
Fri, Jan 23, All day
Drop in to view artwork created by Berea Midpark High School students. The students' pieces are inspired by the MLK Week 2026 theme, Building the Beloved Community. Art on display daily January 19-24.
Brick by Brick - Paper Brick Mural
Fri, Jan 23, All day
Stop by the Berea Branch Library to create a small piece of art or write a meaningful message on a paper brick to be included in a display.
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Sat, Jan 24, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Berea Midpark High School Art Display
Sat, Jan 24, All day
Drop in to view artwork created by Berea Midpark High School students. The students' pieces are inspired by the MLK Week 2026 theme, Building the Beloved Community. Art on display daily January 19-24.
Brick by Brick - Paper Brick Mural
Sat, Jan 24, All day
Stop by the Berea Branch Library to create a small piece of art or write a meaningful message on a paper brick to be included in a display.
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Sun, Jan 25, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Mon, Jan 26, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Jan 26, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Monday Afternoon Book Discussion - My Friends by Fredrik Backman
Mon, Jan 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, Jan 26, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Tue, Jan 27, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Tue, Jan 27, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kindergarten Countdown: 1,2,3 Count With Me! - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Tue, Jan 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Large Meeting Room (100)
Help your child start kindergarten with confidence as we explore numbers through songs, games, and hands-on play!
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Wed, Jan 28, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Wed, Jan 28, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Thu, Jan 29, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Fri, Jan 30, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Young Artists at Play - Ages 2 to 4 with a caregiver
Fri, Jan 30, 10:30am - 11:30am
Large Meeting Room (100)
Join us for a morning of creative art play as we engage your child's senses, practice fine motor skills and build brain connections through a variety of open-ended art activities.
This event is full
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Sat, Jan 31, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Mix It Up! Homemade Pantry Staples - Adults
Sat, Jan 31, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
Learn how to easily prepare and store your own homemade pantry mixes. This is a high demand/limited seat program. Please join the wait list.
This event is full
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Sun, Feb 01, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Mon, Feb 02, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Feb 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Family Storytime - All ages with caregiver
Mon, Feb 02, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Tue, Feb 03, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Tue, Feb 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Wed, Feb 04, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Wed, Feb 04, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Craft and Create Club - Grades 6-12
Wed, Feb 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Storytime Room (100)
Craft and create on the first Wednesday of the month.  Registration required beginning November 1st. Open to students in grades 6-12. December- Winter Fun; January- Stop Motion; February- Duct Tape;
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Thu, Feb 05, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Music and Movement - Ages 19 months – 5 years with caregiver
Thu, Feb 05, 10:00am - 10:30am
Enjoy a high-energy session of music and movement using shakers, bean bags, scarves and more
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Fri, Feb 06, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Friends of Berea Library Book Sale: Member Preview
Fri, Feb 06, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Large Meeting Room (100),Small Conference Room (16)
Open to Friends members or join at the door. No electronic devices are permitted during the member preview. Member check-in starting at 1:00.
Holiday Hugs for Seniors
Sat, Feb 07, All day
Help the Berea Branch of Cuyahoga County Public Library send some holiday hugs to local seniors! Stop by the library and pick up a kit to make cards for our neighbors at senior living facilities.
Friends of Berea Library Book Sale
Sat, Feb 07, 9:00am - 4:30pm
Large Meeting Room (100),Small Conference Room (16)
Friends of Berea Library Book Sale 9:00 a.m. - 4:30 p.m.
Friends of Berea Library Book Sale: Bag Sale
Sun, Feb 08, 1:00pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (100),Small Conference Room (16)
Friends of Berea Library Bag Sale 1:00 p.m. - 3:45 p.m.
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Feb 09, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Family Storytime - All ages with caregiver
Mon, Feb 09, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Marketing and Lean Six Sigma - The Secret to Doing Anything Better
Mon, Feb 09, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room (100)
Learn how Lean Six Sigma can improve your life!
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Tue, Feb 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
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