We’re Back! Cleveland Public Library Ready to Reopen Its Doors – a Message from Library Executive Director, CEO Felton Thomas, Jr.

Dear Patrons and Friends of Cleveland Public Library, We’re back! After countless internal planning meetings, reviewing guidance from state and local officials, consulting other Library systems, and conferring with local experts like MetroHealth, Cleveland Public Library is ready to reopen its doors on Monday, August 24.* The Library’s downtown locations and 27 neighborhood branches will welcome visitors inside starting Monday, August…

A Healthy Partnership: Cleveland Public Library and MetroHealth Work to Prepare and Respond to COVID-19

Cleveland Public Library and MetroHealth are joining forces to promote a healthy and safe Cleveland and prepare the Library for COVID-19. “COVID-19 has forced all of us to rethink the way we live, work and relate to one another. MetroHealth has been a key partner in the Library’s journey to reopening,” said Felton Thomas, Jr., Executive Director and CEO of Cleveland Public Library….

Cleveland Public Library Wins Prestigious National Award

Cleveland Public Library is the recipient of the 2020 John Cotton Dana Library Public Relations Award. “It’s a tremendous honor. Cleveland Public Library is ecstatic to receive such a prestigious award,” said Felton Thomas, Jr., Executive Director and CEO of Cleveland Public Library. Cleveland Public Library is one of eight libraries across the country to win the John Cotton Dana…

New Book, DVD, and BLU-RAY Arrivals for August

Here are the newest arrivals to Cleveland Public Library for August 2020. You can visit the catalog or request a new release form from your nearest branch and they can assist you. New Book Releases Title Author Betty Tiffany McDaniel Boys’ Club Erica Katz Cat Me If You Can Miranda James Choppy Water Stuart Woods Death of Vivek Oji Akwaeke…

Cleveland Public Library Joins Operation Backpack

The kids in our community need you! Cleveland Public Library is joining Operation Backpack to help every child start their school year ready to chase their dreams and take on the world! Chasing that dream begins when a child has the confidence that they have the tools to start the school year. Help create that confidence with a new backpack…

Origami storytime with Mr. Peter and Ms. Olivia

Storytime! Add a twist to your storytime with origami characters to help you bring your story to life! Enjoy “The Jumping Contest” by Mr. Peter and Ms. Olivia. Create your own origami stories with these books from OverDrive. Enjoy More Storytimes with Cleveland Public Library