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Kids Cafe

Kids ages 18 & younger
2024-05-22 15:30:00 2024-05-22 16:30:00 America/New_York Kids Cafe Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last. Parma-Powers Branch - Meeting Room C (50)

Wednesday, May 22
3:30pm - 4:30pm

Add to Calendar 2024-05-22 15:30:00 2024-05-22 16:30:00 America/New_York Kids Cafe Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last. Parma-Powers Branch - Meeting Room C (50)

Parma-Powers Branch

Meeting Room C (50)

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

Monday through Friday during the school year we collaborate with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to provide children with free healthy meals at select branches. Children who attend Kids Café may also receive a free book courtesy of the Cleveland Kids' Book Bank, while supplies last. 

The Kids Café program is open to all kids ages 18 and younger. The program runs through the week of May 13, 2019. 

The USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer. 

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Parma-Powers Branch
pwrmgr@cuyahogalibrary.org
Phone: 440.885.5362
Fax: 440.884.2263
Branch manager
Donna Meyers
Hours
Mon, Jun 10 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jun 11 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jun 12 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jun 13 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jun 14 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Jun 15 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Jun 16 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

Located across from University Hospitals Parma Medical Center and adjacent to city hall, the Parma-Powers Branch offers a full service drive-up window, community meeting spaces and an interactive children’s area featuring artwork by beloved writer/illustrator Rosemary Wells.

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

Upcoming events

Pokemon, Games and More - For Gr. 6-12 /Release & Hold Harmless form required.
Sat, Jun 15, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Teen (49)
Play Pokemon, swap cards, play board games and the Nintendo Switch or bring your tabletop games. Prizes and refreshments!
Registration is now closed
Snakes! with the Herps Alive Foundation - Families with children entering Grade K and up
Sat, Jun 15, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Learn about and meet real snakes and other reptiles. Program at 2 PM. Display and opportunity to handle live animals from 2:30 - 3:30 PM. Children must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Jun 17, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Jun 17, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Mad Science: Up, Up and Away! - Children entering Grades 1 - 6
Mon, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
A show about the science of hot air balloons, hovercrafts and more. Presented by Mad Science of Northeast Ohio. Release and Hold Harmless form required. Please register. Summer Fun for Everyone.
Kid Innovation Center - Children entering Grades 1 - 6 / Summer Fun for Everyone
Mon, Jun 17, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, stop-motion animation, writing and making books at your own pace. See branch calendar for weekly building challenges and special events.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Jun 18, 10:30am - 10:50am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Jun 18, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid Innovation Center - Children entering Grades 1 - 6 / Summer Fun for Everyone
Tue, Jun 18, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, stop-motion animation, writing and making books at your own pace. See branch calendar for weekly building challenges and special events.
How to Buy a Car
Tue, Jun 18, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Come and learn the ins and outs of buying a car from Professor Howard Katz.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Jun 19, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Jun 19, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid Innovation Center - Children entering Grades 1 - 6 / Summer Fun for Everyone
Wed, Jun 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, stop-motion animation, writing and making books at your own pace. See branch calendar for weekly building challenges and special events.
Teens Cook - Gr. 6-12
Wed, Jun 19, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Learn how to make treats & drinks. 6/19 Candy Sushi; 7/10 Smoothies; 8/20 Italian Soda
This event is full
Aspire ESOL Orientation/Testing - Adults
Wed, Jun 19, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room (35)
Orientation class for English to Speakers of Other Languages and Aspire ESOL/Citizenship TABE CLAS-E Testing.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Thu, Jun 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Jun 20, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid Innovation Center - Children entering Grades 1 - 6 / Summer Fun for Everyone
Thu, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, stop-motion animation, writing and making books at your own pace. See branch calendar for weekly building challenges and special events.
Genealogy Tips and Tricks
Thu, Jun 20, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
Join us for a night of genealogy tips and tricks.
This event is full
The Dandee Diamond Mystery Adventure - Children entering Grades 1 - 4
Thu, Jun 20, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Can you find the hidden Dandee Diamond? Solve riddles, discover clues, and go on an epic escapade.
This event is full
BookJoy: A book & goodie bag 4Teens - For Gr. 6-12 Pick Up at the Parma Branch
Fri, Jun 21, 9:00am - 5:00pm
Discover your next favorite book. Register for a book pack that contains a hand-selected book for checkout along with GOODIES to keep! Click on "BookJoy" for more info. Pick up at the Parma Branch.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Jun 21, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Jun 24, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Jun 24, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid Innovation Center - Children entering Grades 1 - 6 / Summer Fun for Everyone
Mon, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, stop-motion animation, writing and making books at your own pace. See branch calendar for weekly building challenges and special events.
Zoomobile : Animals around the World - Children entering Grades 1 - 6
Mon, Jun 24, 1:00pm - 1:45pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Touch live animal ambassadors from the Akron Zoo. Learn about animals and habitats in a small group. Space is limited and first come, first serve. Release Form required. Summer Fun for Everyone.
Zoomobile : Animals around the World - Children entering Grades 1 - 6
Mon, Jun 24, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Touch live animal ambassadors from the Akron Zoo. Learn about animals and habitats in a small group. Space is limited and first come, first serve. Release Form required. Summer Fun for Everyone.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Jun 25, 10:30am - 10:50am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Jun 25, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid Innovation Center - Children entering Grades 1 - 6 / Summer Fun for Everyone
Tue, Jun 25, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, stop-motion animation, writing and making books at your own pace. See branch calendar for weekly building challenges and special events.
The Greater Cleveland RTA-Bus Operator Hiring Event
Tue, Jun 25, 3:00pm - 7:00pm
Conference Room (35),Technology Learning Center (16)
The Greater Cleveland RTA will present their current opportunities, assist candidates with applications, send assessments and schedule their virtual interviews.  
Yoga Basics: A Workshop - Adult
Wed, Jun 26, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join us for a workshop where you will learn the basics of this well-loved practice.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Jun 26, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Jun 26, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid Innovation Center - Children entering Grades 1 - 6 / Summer Fun for Everyone
Wed, Jun 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, stop-motion animation, writing and making books at your own pace. See branch calendar for weekly building challenges and special events.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Thu, Jun 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Jun 27, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid Innovation Center - Children entering Grades 1 - 6 / Summer Fun for Everyone
Thu, Jun 27, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, stop-motion animation, writing and making books at your own pace. See branch calendar for weekly building challenges and special events.
Gallery Wall Summer Artists Reception - Everyone
Thu, Jun 27, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Meet the artists whose work will be displayed on the Parma-Powers Branch Gallery Wall for the Summer exhibit! Free refreshments will be served!
West Side Poetry Writing Workshop
Thu, Jun 27, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A (50)
This event will be held in-person at the Parma-Powers Branch.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Jun 28, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
ESOL Class
Mon, Jul 01, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
ESOL Class for registered students. To register, call: 1-833-277-4732.
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Jul 01, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Jul 01, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid Innovation Center - Children entering Grades 1 - 6 / Summer Fun for Everyone
Mon, Jul 01, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, stop-motion animation, writing and making books at your own pace. See branch calendar for weekly building challenges and special events.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Jul 02, 10:30am - 10:50am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Jul 02, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid Innovation Center - Children entering Grades 1 - 6 / Summer Fun for Everyone
Tue, Jul 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, stop-motion animation, writing and making books at your own pace. See branch calendar for weekly building challenges and special events.
ESOL Class
Wed, Jul 03, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
ESOL Class for registered students. To register, call: 1-833-277-4732.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Jul 03, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Jul 03, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid Innovation Center - Children entering Grades 1 - 6 / Summer Fun for Everyone
Wed, Jul 03, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, stop-motion animation, writing and making books at your own pace. See branch calendar for weekly building challenges and special events.
Aspire ESOL Orientation/Testing - Adults
Wed, Jul 03, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room (35)
Orientation class for English to Speakers of Other Languages and Aspire ESOL/Citizenship TABE CLAS-E Testing.
Kid Innovation Center - Children entering Grades 1 - 6 / Summer Fun for Everyone
Thu, Jul 04, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, stop-motion animation, writing and making books at your own pace. See branch calendar for weekly building challenges and special events.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Jul 05, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
ESOL Class
Mon, Jul 08, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
ESOL Class for registered students. To register, call: 1-833-277-4732.
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Jul 08, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Jul 08, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid Innovation Center - Children entering Grades 1 - 6 / Summer Fun for Everyone
Mon, Jul 08, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, stop-motion animation, writing and making books at your own pace. See branch calendar for weekly building challenges and special events.
Free Entrepreneurship Class - 12-week Cohort with Certification Exam
Mon, Jul 08, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
This is a 12-week class running from July 8-September 24, 2024. Call or text 216-990-8271 for more information.
Understanding Healthcare Decisions
Mon, Jul 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A (50)
Join us and learn how to ensure your medical care is what you want.
Tuesday Morning Book Discussion
Tue, Jul 09, 10:00am - 11:00am
Conference Room (35)
Join us for a discussion of Tom Lake by Ann Patchett. Books will be available one month in advance.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Jul 09, 10:30am - 10:50am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Jul 09, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid Innovation Center - Children entering Grades 1 - 6 / Summer Fun for Everyone
Tue, Jul 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, stop-motion animation, writing and making books at your own pace. See branch calendar for weekly building challenges and special events.
ESOL Class
Wed, Jul 10, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
ESOL Class for registered students. To register, call: 1-833-277-4732.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Jul 10, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Jul 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid Innovation Center - Children entering Grades 1 - 6 / Summer Fun for Everyone
Wed, Jul 10, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, stop-motion animation, writing and making books at your own pace. See branch calendar for weekly building challenges and special events.
Teens Cook - Gr. 6-12
Wed, Jul 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room B (80)
Learn how to make treats & drinks. 6/19 Candy Sushi; 7/10 Smoothies; 8/20 Italian Soda
This event is full
Parma-Powers Monthly Movie Discussion
Wed, Jul 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Monthly movie discussion group. July film is Dumb Money.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Thu, Jul 11, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Jul 11, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid Innovation Center - Children entering Grades 1 - 6 / Summer Fun for Everyone
Thu, Jul 11, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, stop-motion animation, writing and making books at your own pace. See branch calendar for weekly building challenges and special events.
Second Thursday Fiction Writing Workshop - March through August
Thu, Jul 11, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Six-month fiction writing workshop focused on short stories. Led by Eric Anderson.
Registration is now closed
Ice Cream Social - Everyone
Thu, Jul 11, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join the party! Fun activities and Honey Hut ice cream for all. Children must be accompanied by a responsible caregiver.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Jul 12, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Pokemon, Games and More - For Gr. 6-12 /Release & Hold Harmless form required.
Sat, Jul 13, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Teen (49)
Play Pokemon, swap cards, play board games and the Nintendo Switch or bring your tabletop games. Prizes and refreshments!
Ada Twist STEAM Challenge - Families with Children entering Grades 2 to 5
Sat, Jul 13, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join us for this exciting family reading and hands-on lava lamp building program that explores the Scientific Method. Register under one name and add the total number of participants when prompted.
This event is full
ESOL Class
Mon, Jul 15, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
ESOL Class for registered students. To register, call: 1-833-277-4732.
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Jul 15, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Jul 15, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid Innovation Center - Children entering Grades 1 - 6 / Summer Fun for Everyone
Mon, Jul 15, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, stop-motion animation, writing and making books at your own pace. See branch calendar for weekly building challenges and special events.
Free Entrepreneurship Class - 12-week Cohort with Certification Exam
Mon, Jul 15, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
This is a 12-week class running from July 8-September 24, 2024. Call or text 216-990-8271 for more information.
The History of Cleveland's Hough Bakery - Adults
Mon, Jul 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Learn about the bakery that was a staple in Cleveland for nearly a century.
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