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Computer Basics

Adults
2024-11-20 10:00:00 2024-11-20 12:00:00 America/New_York Computer Basics The Library offers FREE computer classes that cover digital literacy basics, Windows, Microsoft Office programs, digital imaging and cloud computing. Parma-Powers Branch - Technology Learning Center (16)

Wednesday, November 20
10:00am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2024-11-20 10:00:00 2024-11-20 12:00:00 America/New_York Computer Basics The Library offers FREE computer classes that cover digital literacy basics, Windows, Microsoft Office programs, digital imaging and cloud computing. Parma-Powers Branch - Technology Learning Center (16)

Parma-Powers Branch

Technology Learning Center (16)

The Library offers FREE computer classes that cover digital literacy basics, Windows, Microsoft Office programs, digital imaging and cloud computing.

Learn the basics about computing devices, including identifying hardware, using a mouse and keyboard and navigating the desktop environment. Computer settings, file management and mobile devices will also be discussed. Prerequisite: none

Classes start promptly! We cannot hold seats for attendees who arrive after an in-person class has started. Anyone not on the registration list will be given an available seat on a first-come, first-served basis. 

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Parma-Powers Branch
pwrmgr@cuyahogalibrary.org
Phone: 440.885.5362
Fax: 440.884.2263
Branch manager
Donna Meyers
Hours
Mon, Aug 25 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Aug 26 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Aug 27 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Aug 28 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Aug 29 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Aug 30 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Aug 31 Closed
(The Library is closed in observance of Labor Day August 31st - September 1st)
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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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Aug 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
West Side Poetry Writing Workshop
Thu, Aug 28, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room (35)
This event will be held in-person at the Parma-Powers Branch.
Jigsaw Puzzle Competition & Swap
Thu, Aug 28, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Compete with other teams and swap puzzles.
Registration is now closed
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Aug 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
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
Mon, Sep 01, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Entrepreneurship Certification Class
Mon, Sep 01, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
This is a free, 12-week certification program funded by an Aspire grant from the Ohio Department of Higher Education. The next cohort starts on 7/21/2025. Text (216) 990-8271 for more information.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Sep 02, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Digital Navigator at Parma Powers
Tue, Sep 02, 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Call us at 216.749.9420 to make an appointment with one of our Digital Navigators at a CCPL branch.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Sep 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
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, Sep 03, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Sep 03, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Sep 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
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, Sep 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
STEM Storytimes about Birds - Grades 1 - 3
Thu, Sep 04, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Story/Craft Room (49)
Stories and hands-on activities about birds, migration and local wildlife. September - Amazing Adaptations. October - Finding Birds. November - How big, how fast, how high? Registration requested.
"Surviving Soccer" with author Karen Scholl - Adult
Thu, Sep 04, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join author Karen Scholl as she discusses her book "Surviving Soccer: A Chill Parent's Guide to Carpools, Calendars, Coaches, Clubs and Corner Kicks."
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Sep 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Photoshop Basics - This class is high demand/limited seats. Join the wait list.
Sat, Sep 06, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
Use tools and features such as layers and correctional commands to do some basic editing to images in Adobe Photoshop. Prerequisite: Computer Basics or equivalent experience.
This event is full
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Mon, Sep 08, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Baby & Me Storytime with Stay & Play - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Sep 08, 10:30am - 11:15am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Sep 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Entrepreneurship Certification Class
Mon, Sep 08, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
This is a free, 12-week certification program funded by an Aspire grant from the Ohio Department of Higher Education. The next cohort starts on 7/21/2025. Text (216) 990-8271 for more information.
Birding: The Basics and More - Adults
Mon, Sep 08, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Learn how to identify birds by size, color and patterns, behaviors, habitats, and suggestions about tools and equipment that help with identification.
Tuesday Morning Book Discussion
Tue, Sep 09, 10:00am - 11:30am
Conference Room (35)
Join us for a discussion of The Glassmaker by Tracy Chevalier. Books will be available one month in advance.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Sep 09, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Sep 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Center Open House - Grades K – 8 with their families
Tue, Sep 09, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Join the Center staff to find out all about the center and the help it can offer your child. The entire family is welcome.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Wed, Sep 10, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Sep 10, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Sep 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
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, Sep 10, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Triple P: Strategies for Misbehavior - Parents
Wed, Sep 10, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room B (80)
Learn practical strategies to manage behavior and prevent problems from occurring in the first place. Light refreshments. You may bring children with you. Please register.
Parma-Powers Monthly Movie Discussion
Wed, Sep 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Monthly movie discussion group. September film is Licorice pizza.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Sep 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
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!
Thu, Sep 11, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Sep 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Family Bingo Donut Day - Birdy Bingo! - Families with Kids Age 4 to Grade 5
Sat, Sep 13, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Bring the family together to play bingo, learn about birds and win prizes!
STEM Storytimes about Birds - Grades 1 - 3
Sat, Sep 13, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Story/Craft Room (49)
Stories and hands-on activities about birds, migration and local wildlife. September - Finding Birds. October - Amazing Adaptations. November - How big, how fast, how high? Registration requested.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Mon, Sep 15, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Baby & Me Storytime with Stay & Play - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Sep 15, 10:30am - 11:15am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Sep 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
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!
Mon, Sep 15, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Entrepreneurship Certification Class
Mon, Sep 15, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
This is a free, 12-week certification program funded by an Aspire grant from the Ohio Department of Higher Education. The next cohort starts on 7/21/2025. Text (216) 990-8271 for more information.
Celebrating Birds Through Photography - Adults
Mon, Sep 15, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join us for a viewing of photography that captures the beauty of birds and nature and learn about the importance of nature photography for conservation and for our community.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Sep 16, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Excel Advanced Methods and Tools - Adults
Tue, Sep 16, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
Learn some of the advanced features and functions in Excel, including lookup, logical and conditional summary functions, data validation and conditional formatting. Prerequisite: Excel Basics.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Sep 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
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, Sep 16, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Wed, Sep 17, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Sep 17, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Sep 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
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, Sep 17, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
ESOL MOS Class - Adults
Thu, Sep 18, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
MOS Class for ESOL Students
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Sep 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
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!
Thu, Sep 18, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Bird Habitat STEAM Building Challenge - Families with Kids in Gr K and up
Thu, Sep 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join us for a fun STEAM building challenge where you'll learn about local birds and their habitats. Get the chance to build a habitat for your backyard! Registration required for all participants.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Sep 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Artful Impact - Grades K – 8
Fri, Sep 19, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Homework Center (49)
Art isn't just about making something beautiful, but can be used for self-expression, communication, confidence and feeling good. Fridays at Parma-Powers Branch of CCPL.
Pokemon, Games and More - For Gr. 6-12 /Release & Hold Harmless form required.
Sat, Sep 20, 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!
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Mon, Sep 22, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Baby & Me Storytime with Stay & Play - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Sep 22, 10:30am - 11:15am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Sep 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
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!
Mon, Sep 22, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Entrepreneurship Certification Class
Mon, Sep 22, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
This is a free, 12-week certification program funded by an Aspire grant from the Ohio Department of Higher Education. The next cohort starts on 7/21/2025. Text (216) 990-8271 for more information.
Birds of the National Audubon Society Photo Contest - Adults
Mon, Sep 22, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Tour the Parma-Powers art gallery and learn about the birds pictured in each of the winning photos from the National Audubon Society photo contest.
ESOL MOS Class - Adults
Tue, Sep 23, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
MOS Class for ESOL Students
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Sep 23, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Sep 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
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, Sep 23, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Wed, Sep 24, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Sep 24, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Sep 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
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, Sep 24, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Cooking with Sugabear - For Gr. 5-12
Wed, Sep 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Learn how to make Hot Honey Chicken and Sweet Potatoes. A Signed Release Form is Required.
ESOL MOS Class - Adults
Thu, Sep 25, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
MOS Class for ESOL Students
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Sep 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
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!
Thu, Sep 25, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
West Side Poetry Writing Workshop
Thu, Sep 25, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room (35)
This event will be held in-person at the Parma-Powers Branch.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Sep 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Artful Impact - Grades K – 8
Fri, Sep 26, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Homework Center (49)
Art isn't just about making something beautiful, but can be used for self-expression, communication, confidence and feeling good. Fridays at Parma-Powers Branch of CCPL.
Build-a-Bird with the Audubon Society - Families with Kids Age 4 and up
Sat, Sep 27, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Conference Room (35),Meeting Room A/B (150)
View the 2024 Bird Photography exhibit and learn about bird adaptations with the Western Cuyahoga Audubon Society. Registration required.
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