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Civil War Camp Cleveland & Cleveland Ghost Stories

with author Kit Whipple

2025-01-15 19:00:00 2025-01-15 20:00:00 America/New_York Civil War Camp Cleveland & Cleveland Ghost Stories Local historian and medium Kit Whipple will share fascinating tales of Cleveland’s previously unknown history. Parma-Powers Branch - Meeting Room B (80)

Wednesday, January 15
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-01-15 19:00:00 2025-01-15 20:00:00 America/New_York Civil War Camp Cleveland & Cleveland Ghost Stories Local historian and medium Kit Whipple will share fascinating tales of Cleveland’s previously unknown history. Parma-Powers Branch - Meeting Room B (80)

Parma-Powers Branch

Meeting Room B (80)

Local historian and medium Kit Whipple will share fascinating tales of Cleveland’s previously unknown history.


See other dates and locations for this program on our events calendar.


Being the largest Civil War training grounds in Ohio, Camp Cleveland – located in the current-day Tremont area – has a fascinating history. Join Kit Whipple to learn about its training camp, hospital and Confederate POW camp.

Cleveland is an old wealthy city with many ghost stories, and the tale of a murder involving a famous Clevelander will add an intriguing layer to our lore.

Author Kit Whipple

TAGS: | General |

Parma-Powers Branch

pwrmgr@cuyahogalibrary.org
Phone: 440.885.5362
Fax: 440.884.2263
Branch manager
Donna Meyers

Hours
Mon, May 05 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, May 06 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, May 07 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, May 08 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 09 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, May 10 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, May 11 1:00PM to 5:00PM

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

Wed, May 07, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
Learn how to use web browsers and search engines to navigate the internet. Also learn how to stay secure while being online. Prerequisite: Computers Basics or experience using a mouse.

Wed, May 07, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Learn about common injuries that occur while gardening and how to avoid them.

Wed, May 07, 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.

Wed, May 07, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.

Cancelled
Wed, May 07, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Orientation class for English to Speakers of Other Languages and Aspire ESOL/Citizenship TABE CLAS-E Testing.

Wed, May 07, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Learn how to make four different kinds of No Bake Oatmeal cookies. Release form required.

Thu, May 08, 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Students must be registered prior to attending class. For more information call Aspire Greater Cleveland at (833) 277-4732.

Thu, May 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.

Thu, May 08, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.

Thu, May 08, 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

Fri, May 09, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150),Story/Craft Room (49)
Boost your baby’s brain through play!
This event is full

Fri, May 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.

Fri, May 09, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
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.

Sat, May 10, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Grandkids, grandparents and grand-friends are invited to play Bingo and eat donuts on the second Saturday of the month. Win children's books and other prizes!

Mon, May 12, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Mon, May 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.

Mon, May 12, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
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 3/3/2025. Please text (216) 990-8271 to register.

Mon, May 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
Learn about advanced formatting features available in Word, including tab stops, styles, headers, and footers and tracking changes. Prerequisite: Word Basics.

Tue, May 13, 10:00am - 11:30am
Conference Room (35)
Join us for a discussion of The Six: the untold story of America's first women astronauts.  Books will be available one month in advance.

Tue, May 13, 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Students must be registered prior to attending class. For more information call Aspire Greater Cleveland at (833) 277-4732.

Tue, May 13, 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.

Wed, May 14, 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.

Wed, May 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Monthly movie discussion group. May film is Dream Scenario.

Thu, May 15, 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Students must be registered prior to attending class. For more information call Aspire Greater Cleveland at (833) 277-4732.

Thu, May 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.

Thu, May 15, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Live musical theater production based on the popular books by Marjorie Sharmat. This play is a fun, interactive experience for elementary students. Please register and count all guests attending.

Fri, May 16, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150),Story/Craft Room (49)
Boost your baby’s brain through play!
This event is full

Fri, May 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.

Sat, May 17, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Play Pokemon, swap cards, play board games and the Nintendo Switch or bring your tabletop games. Prizes and refreshments!

Mon, May 19, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Mon, May 19, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
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 3/3/2025. Please text (216) 990-8271 to register.

Tue, May 20, 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Study Room 6
Students must be registered prior to attending class. For more information call Aspire Greater Cleveland at (833) 277-4732.

Tue, May 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Learn about single-use plastics and the importance of recycling through this practical craft!
This event is full

Wed, May 21, 2:00pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A (50)
Greater Cleveland Volunteers will present information about many opportunities to share your time and talents to help others. Learn how to get started in making a difference in your community.
This event is full

Wed, May 21, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Homework Center (49),Story/Craft Room (49)
Investigate science through books, rhyme and simple hands-on activities. Third Wednesday of the month. Registration required for each session.
This event is full

Cancelled
Wed, May 21, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Orientation class for English to Speakers of Other Languages and Aspire ESOL/Citizenship TABE CLAS-E Testing.

Wed, May 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Learn about Farmer’s Markets in this one hour presentation.

Thu, May 22, 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Students must be registered prior to attending class. For more information call Aspire Greater Cleveland at (833) 277-4732.

Thu, May 22, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room (35)
This event will be held in-person at the Parma-Powers Branch.

Fri, May 23, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150),Story/Craft Room (49)
Boost your baby’s brain through play!
This event is full

Mon, May 26, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Cancelled
Mon, May 26, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Unthaw your frozen heart with amazing poetry selected for our themed book club! Pick up a packet with a handpicked selection of reads, and don't miss out on our rhapsodic discussion night.

Tue, May 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Join us for a morning of Bingo! Prizes will be awarded, and fun will be had!

Tue, May 27, 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Students must be registered prior to attending class. For more information call Aspire Greater Cleveland at (833) 277-4732.

Tue, May 27, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room (35)
Thaw your frozen heart with amazing poetry selected for our themed book club! Pick up a packet with a handpicked selection of reads, and don't miss out on our rhapsodic discussion night.

Wed, May 28, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Explore this style of improv and have some laughs in this workshop taught by Jo Rou.

Thu, May 29, 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Students must be registered prior to attending class. For more information call Aspire Greater Cleveland at (833) 277-4732.

Thu, May 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
A fun and interactive experience where children can explore the magical world of music up close! Registration required.

Fri, May 30, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150),Story/Craft Room (49)
Boost your baby’s brain through play!
This event is full

Sat, May 31, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150),Meeting Room C/D (90)
Splash into summer with colorful activities for all ages. Stevens Puppets will present "The Wizard of Oz" marionette show at 2 PM. Seating is limited. Tickets in Children's on May 31 after 11 AM.

Mon, Jun 02, 10:30am - 11:15am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.

Mon, Jun 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.

Mon, Jun 02, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Mon, Jun 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.

Mon, Jun 02, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join us for a Wizard of Oz themed tea party that will include a presentation on the history and making of the iconic film.
This event is full

Tue, Jun 03, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

Tue, Jun 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.

Tue, Jun 03, 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Students must be registered prior to attending class. For more information call Aspire Greater Cleveland at (833) 277-4732.

Tue, Jun 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.

Wed, Jun 04, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

Wed, Jun 04, 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.

Wed, Jun 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.

Thu, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

Thu, Jun 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.

Thu, Jun 05, 12:30pm - 5:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Students must be registered prior to attending class. For more information call Aspire Greater Cleveland at (833) 277-4732.

Thu, Jun 05, 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.

Fri, Jun 06, 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.