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Self-Publishing Roundtable

Special All-Poetry Edition for National Poetry Month
2023-04-06 19:00:00 2023-04-06 20:30:00 America/New_York Self-Publishing Roundtable Curious about self-publishing? South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch - Writers Center Conference Room (65)

Thursday, April 06
7:00pm - 8:30pm

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South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch

Writers Center Conference Room (65)

Curious about self-publishing?

If you're curious about or considering self-publishing, come to the Self-Publishing Roundtable and get advice from a panel of local poets who have self-published one or more books of poetry. Listen to their stories, ask your questions, and even buy a book. Please register.

Featured authors:

John Burroughs, The Wrest of the Worthwhile (due out March 2023) from his Crisis Chronicles Press
Juliet Cook, Short Poems About Violence and Chickens from her BloodPuddingPress
Michelle R. Smith, The Vagina Analogues 

TAGS: | Writing | Author Event |

South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch
seumgr@cuyahogalibrary.org
Phone: 216-382-4880
Fax: 216-382-4584
Branch manager
Steve Haynie
Hours
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Mon, Aug 03 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Aug 04 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Aug 05 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Aug 06 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Aug 07 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Aug 08 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Aug 09 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

The South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch is home to the William N. Skirball Writers' Center, a welcoming space for writers for all ages and levels of experience. The Writers' Center offers free access to private writing rooms, laptops, writing workshops and a special collection of materials on the art of writing.

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

Upcoming events

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Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Aug 05, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
DIY Design: Style Workshop - Grades 6 to 12
Wed, Aug 05, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Join us and experiment with different techniques to make, mend, customize, and upcycle accessories.
Fold, Paint, and Fly: Celebrate Fall Migration! - For ages 6 and up
Thu, Aug 06, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C (30),Storytime Room (40)
Say goodbye to summer and kickoff the start of birds migrating this fall with art by Plume! Learn origami from enthusiast Billie of Petite Plume Society and discover different types of feathers.
This event is full
Family Space - For children from birth to age 5
Thu, Aug 06, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Children's Department
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Aug 06, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Successful Aging: Your Curiosity Matters! - Adults
Thu, Aug 06, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A+B (90)
Keep your mind sharp by exploring your curiosity and why it encourages cognitive health. 
Audio and Video Studio Orientation - For ages 11 & up
Thu, Aug 06, 7:00pm - 7:45pm
Homework Center (56)
Learn about the equipment and software in the Audio and Video Recording Studios throughout Cuyahoga County Public Library.
This event is full
Kindergarten Club - Ages 4 & 5
Fri, Aug 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room B+C (75)
Kindergarten Club is for children entering kindergarten this fall who did not attend preschool, Head Start or a childcare center.
This event is full
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Aug 07, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
#AmWriting
Fri, Aug 07, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
This event will be held in-person in the Writers' Center meeting room.
Unplug and Play: - A Back to Business Bash!
Sat, Aug 08, 11:00am - 3:00pm
CCPL's Social Work Team will be either outside in the parking lot (depending on weather) or inside in the Writing Center Meeting Room with free giveaways and resources for the community at large.
Music & Movement - 18 months - 3 years with caregiver
Mon, Aug 10, 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room (40)
Move to your favorite kid's songs using scarves, egg shakers, and more!
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Aug 10, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Senior Box Pickup - Adults 60 years and older
Mon, Aug 10, 12:00pm - 1:00pm
Free curated meals of cheese and shelf-stable items. Pick-up in the Writing Center Conference Room.
Family Space - For children from birth to age 5
Mon, Aug 10, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Department
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Author Chris Young
Mon, Aug 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A+B+C (120)
Join us when author Chris Young visits to discuss his memoir, The Wound Is Where the Light Enters.
This event is full
Family Space - For children from birth to age 5
Tue, Aug 11, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Children's Department
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Aug 11, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Aug 12, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Innovation Center Orientation - For adults ages 18 & up
Wed, Aug 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Memory Lab
Learn about the equipment and software in Cuyahoga County Public Library's Innovation Centers and Memory Lab.
This event is full
DIY Design: Style Workshop - Grades 6 to 12
Wed, Aug 12, 3:00pm - 4:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Join us and experiment with different techniques to make, mend, customize, and upcycle accessories.
Family Space - For children from birth to age 5
Thu, Aug 13, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Children's Department
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Aug 13, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Google Forms and Slides ★
Fri, Aug 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Tech Classroom (16)
Learn how to build and format interactive forms using Google Forms and create presentations with Google Slides. (Note: A Google account is needed to participate in the class.)
Summer Lunch - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Aug 14, 11:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room A (45)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
#AmWriting
Fri, Aug 14, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
This event will be held in-person in the Writers' Center meeting room.
Sensory Storytime - Ages 2-5 with a caregiver
Sat, Aug 15, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Storytime Room (40)
Join us for a story and a craft! Children with varying learning styles and abilities are welcome in this safe space.
Saturday Matinee
Sat, Aug 15, 12:00pm - 3:00pm
Meeting Room A+B (90)
Join us for a showing of the 1993 film "The Sandlot". Refreshments will be provided.
Networking for Writers: Building Your Community
Sat, Aug 15, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
Connect through guided discussion, interactive exercises, and small-group exchanges
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Aug 17, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Family Space - For children from birth to age 5
Mon, Aug 17, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Department
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Fiction Writing Workshop - Third Mondays, March--August
Mon, Aug 17, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
Six-month fiction workshop for writers ready to give and receive feedback
Registration is now closed
Family Space - For children from birth to age 5
Tue, Aug 18, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Children's Department
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Aug 18, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
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
Wed, Aug 19, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
How to Write Your Life - Writer in Residence Class
Wed, Aug 19, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
With 2026 Writer in Residence Brad Ricca
Family Space - For children from birth to age 5
Thu, Aug 20, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Children's Department
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Learn About Volunteering in Greater Cleveland
Thu, Aug 20, 11:00am - 11:45am
Meeting Room A+B (90)
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.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Aug 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Poetry Writing Workshop - Cyril A. Dostal Poetry Workshop
Thu, Aug 20, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
Please note: We will workshop the original, one-page poems of the first 15 poets to give them to the facilitator by the start of the session. Please bring 15-20 copies of your poem.
Innovation Center Orientation - For adults ages 18 & up
Thu, Aug 20, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Memory Lab
Learn about the equipment and software in Cuyahoga County Public Library's Innovation Centers and Memory Lab.
#AmWriting
Fri, Aug 21, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
This event will be held in-person in the Writers' Center meeting room.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Aug 21, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Enchanted Science: Dragons and Gemstones - Ages 2 - 4 years old with caregiver
Sat, Aug 22, 10:00am - 11:00am
Storytime Room (40)
A dragon story and crafts using natural materials.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Aug 24, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Family Space - For children from birth to age 5
Mon, Aug 24, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Department
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Family Space - For children from birth to age 5
Tue, Aug 25, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Children's Department
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
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Big Read: Mobile Pantry - Free, fresh produce distribution
Tue, Aug 25, 1:00pm - 2:30pm
Cuyahoga County Public Library is collaborating with the Greater Cleveland Food Bank to distribute free, fresh produce to those in need.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Aug 25, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
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
Wed, Aug 26, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Writer in Residence Office Hours - One-on-one appointments with Brad Ricca
Wed, Aug 26, 5:00pm - 8:15pm
Call the Writers' Center up to one month before the office hours date to book an appointment.
Preschool Discovery Lab - For toddlers and preschoolers with their caregivers
Thu, Aug 27, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Meeting Room A+B+C (120)
Join us during FamilySpace for STEAM Challenges!
Family Space - For children from birth to age 5
Thu, Aug 27, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Children's Department
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Aug 27, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Bullet Journal Design - Grades 4 to 12
Thu, Aug 27, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room (40)
Design and customize your own bullet journal or planner using a variety of materials including pens, markers, washi tape and stickers
#AmWriting
Fri, Aug 28, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
This event will be held in-person in the Writers' Center meeting room.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Aug 28, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Innovation Center & Memory Lab Orientation + Maker - For Adults
Sat, Aug 29, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Memory Lab
Learn about the equipment and software in Cuyahoga County Public Library's Innovation Centers and Memory Lab and get hands on maker experience.
This event is full
Understanding Story Structure to Finish Your First Draft
Sat, Aug 29, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
Map out your story.
Adventure Club - Grades K-5
Sat, Aug 29, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Homework Center (56)
In our kid-friendly Dungeons & Dragons club, heroes can explore a creative fantasy world through verbal storytelling, using dice to help them along.
This event is full
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Aug 31, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Family Space - For children from birth to age 5
Mon, Aug 31, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Children's Department
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Baby & Me Storytime - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Tue, Sep 01, 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Family Space - For children from birth to age 5
Tue, Sep 01, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Children's Department
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Sep 01, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Book Bites - For Grades 3-6
Tue, Sep 01, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room (40)
Have a snack, talk about the book with friends, and make a craft based off of our book
Preschool Storytime - Ages 3 – 5 (but not yet in kindergarten) with caregiver
Wed, Sep 02, 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Sep 02, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Thu, Sep 03, 10:00am - 10:30am
Storytime Room (40)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Family Space - For children from birth to age 5
Thu, Sep 03, 10:30am - 12:30pm
Children's Department
Come play at the library! In addition to our regular play area, FamilySpace will feature additional toys and staff dedicated to connecting you to services you need. Join the fun!
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Sep 03, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Tricky Trivia Time - Grades 4 to 12
Thu, Sep 03, 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Storytime Room (40)
Get ready to test your knowledge! Compete in teams and win fun prizes!
#AmWriting
Fri, Sep 04, 2:00pm - 5:00pm
Writers Center Conference Room (65)
This event will be held in-person in the Writers' Center meeting room.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Sep 04, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (56)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Create a Vision Board - Grades K-5
Fri, Sep 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Storytime Room (40)
Start the school year with positive vibes by making a collaged vision board to represent and visualize your goals and dreams.
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