Cleveland Public Library and City of Cleveland Begin Production on Personal Protective Equipment for First Responders Battling COVID-19

Cleveland Public Library is partnering with the city of Cleveland to save lives and protect our first responders from COVID-19. On Monday, April 13, the Library will be making 2,000 face shields using our 3D printers. Production will begin at 10 a.m. in Tech Central, located at the Cleveland Public Library – Louis Stokes Wing in downtown Cleveland. “Coronavirus is…

Cleveland Public Library Launches Virtual Storytime for Families for Children during the COVID-19 Pandemic

Children in the greater Cleveland area can now enjoy storytime in the comfort of their homes during the COVID-19 pandemic. On Tuesday, March 31, Cleveland Public Library is kicking off Virtual Storytime on its digital platforms which includes cpl.org, Facebook, and YouTube. Library staff, elected officials, journalists, and other celebrities will read an assortment of children’s books selected by the…

Cleveland Public Library Cancels Programs, Changes Procedures to Combat COVID-19

Cleveland Public Library is cancelling all major programs and events during the months of March and April out of an abundance of caution to protect its staff and patrons against COVID-19 known as coronavirus. “The Library is following the lead of city and state authorities to limit large audiences in order to reduce the spread of coronavirus. We are working…

Sorting Coronavirus Fact from Fiction: Where to Find Accurate and Updated Information about COVID-19

Be Prepared! Cleveland Public Library wants to help you combat COVID-19, also known as the Coronavirus. As information about the coronavirus in Cuyahoga County begins to circulate, The Library wants to help you find the most up-to-date and accurate information. National Resources What is COVID-19? What’s fact? What’s fiction? What’s a conspiracy? World Health Organization is a helpful source of information about…

The Library Steps Up Cleaning and Safety Measures to Protect Patrons and Staff from the Coronavirus

Cleveland Public Library is taking precautions to protect its employees and patrons against COVID-19 known as Coronavirus. In response to concerns about the spread of this respiratory disease, the Library’s Facilities Management Department has increased the frequency of cleaning in high traffic areas and “high-touch” surfaces and objects such as computers, door handles, and elevator buttons. Care kits are being…