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Instrument Petting Zoo with Cleveland Repertory Orchestra

Grades K - 5
2025-05-29 18:30:00 2025-05-29 19:30:00 America/New_York Instrument Petting Zoo with Cleveland Repertory Orchestra A fun and interactive experience where children can explore the magical world of music up close! Registration required. Parma-Powers Branch - Meeting Room A/B (150)

Thursday, May 29
6:30pm - 7:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-29 18:30:00 2025-05-29 19:30:00 America/New_York Instrument Petting Zoo with Cleveland Repertory Orchestra A fun and interactive experience where children can explore the magical world of music up close! Registration required. Parma-Powers Branch - Meeting Room A/B (150)

Parma-Powers Branch

Meeting Room A/B (150)

A fun and interactive experience where children can explore the magical world of music up close! Registration required.

Just like a regular petting zoo where you can meet and touch animals, our Orchestra Petting Zoo lets kids "meet" and play different instruments of the orchestra.

Please register all attendees or enter as guests.

Participants may be recorded and/or surveyed to capture program’s effectiveness. More information can be found here.

Parma-Powers Branch
pwrmgr@cuyahogalibrary.org
Phone: 440.885.5362
Fax: 440.884.2263
Branch manager
Donna Meyers
Hours
Mon, May 12 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, May 13 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, May 14 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, May 15 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, May 16 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, May 17 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, May 18 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

Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
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.
Parma-Powers Monthly Movie Discussion
Wed, May 14, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Monthly movie discussion group. May film is Dream Scenario.
ESOL Virtual Class
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.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
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.
Nate the Great the Musical - Brecksville Theatre - Grade K - 5
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.
Baby Club - Ages birth – 35 months with parent/caregiver
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
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
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.
Pokemon, Games and More - For Gr. 6-12 /Release & Hold Harmless form required.
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!
This event is full
GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
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.
Entrepreneurship Class (Aspire)
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.
ESOL Virtual Class
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.
Make-and-Learn: Upcycled T-Shirt Tote Bag - Adults
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
Homeschool STEM Storytime - Spring - Families with children Grades K - 2
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
Learn About Volunteering in Greater Cleveland
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
Cancelled
Aspire ESOL Orientation/Testing - Adults
Wed, May 21, 6:00pm - 8:30pm
Orientation class for English to Speakers of Other Languages and Aspire ESOL/Citizenship TABE CLAS-E Testing.
The Farmer's Market
Wed, May 21, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Learn about Farmer’s Markets in this one hour presentation.
ESOL Virtual Class
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.
West Side Poetry Writing Workshop
Thu, May 22, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room (35)
This event will be held in-person at the Parma-Powers Branch.
Baby Club - Ages birth – 35 months with parent/caregiver
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
GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
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
Bookworms Reading Challenge: Spring Into Poetry - Adults
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.
Senior Bingo - Adults
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!
ESOL Virtual Class
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.
Bookworms Reading Challenge: Spring Into Poetry
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.
Intro to Longform Improv: The Basics - Adults
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.
This event is full
ESOL Virtual Class
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.
Instrument Petting Zoo with Cleveland Repertory Orchestra - Grades K - 5
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.
Baby Club - Ages birth – 35 months with parent/caregiver
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
Summer Reading Kickoff with the Wizard of Oz - Everyone
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.
Baby & Me Storytime with Stay & Play - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Jun 02, 10:30am - 11:15am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
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.
GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
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.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 - 6
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.
The Colors of Oz Tea Party - Adults
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
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Jun 03, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
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.
ESOL Virtual Class
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.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 - 6
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.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Jun 04, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
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.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 - 6
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.
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Thu, Jun 05, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
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.
ESOL Virtual Class
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.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 - 6
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.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
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.
Summer Family Bingo - Families with Children Age 4 to Grade 5
Sat, Jun 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Bring all the generations to play Bingo together, eat treats and win prizes!
Baby & Me Storytime with Stay & Play - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Jun 09, 10:30am - 11:15am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Jun 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.
Digital Navigator at Parma Powers
Mon, Jun 09, 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Call us at 216.749.9420 to make an appointment with one of our Digital Navigators at a CCPL branch.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 - 6
Mon, Jun 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.
GED Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Mon, Jun 09, 1:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free GED® high school equivalency classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Tuesday Morning Book Discussion
Tue, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:30am
Conference Room (35)
Join us for a discussion of Independence: three sisters, their deep bond and the struggle for India's freedom by Chitra Banerjee Divakaruni.  Books will be available one month in advance.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Jun 10, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Jun 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.
Digital Navigator at Parma Powers
Tue, Jun 10, 12:00pm - 4:30pm
Call us at 216.749.9420 to make an appointment with one of our Digital Navigators at a CCPL branch.
ESOL Virtual Class
Tue, Jun 10, 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.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 - 6
Tue, Jun 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.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Jun 11, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Jun 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 - Grades 1 - 6
Wed, Jun 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.
Game Coding: Color Splat - Gr. 6-12
Wed, Jun 11, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Love video games? Learn how to code a colorful, interactive one inspired by paintball but designed by you! We'll use Scratch, free software from MIT.
Parma-Powers Monthly Movie Discussion
Wed, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Monthly movie discussion group. June film is Perfect Days.
Cancelled
Parma-Powers Monthly Movie Discussion
Wed, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Monthly movie discussion group. June film is Perfect Days
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Thu, Jun 12, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Jun 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.
ESOL Virtual Class
Thu, Jun 12, 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.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 - 6
Thu, Jun 12, 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, Jun 12, 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
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Jun 13, 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.
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