About
The Harvard-Lee Branch is conveniently located in the shopping plaza at the intersection of Harvard Avenue and Lee Road. While the library itself has limited parking, the adjacent plaza parking lot is free and available to patrons. Harvard-Lee offers free wifi and 24 public computers with Internet access. Printing, copying, scanning, and faxing services are available for a fee.
History & Architecture
The first Harvard-Lee Branch opened in 1953 as a station in a leased space. The second location was in a newly built leased space in a shopping center. After Cleveland voters approved the 1975 operating levy, Harvard-Lee was one of eleven branch construction and remodeling projects initiated by the Library.
The current Harvard-Lee Branch was dedicated in 1979. Clerestory windows maximize the interior wall space for shelving arrangements. Entry from Harvard Avenue provides direct access to the meeting room for community programs. Renovations in 2002 enclosed an outside courtyard to create a computer room. Recently, the branch has received a furniture upgrade, new paint, and new carpet.
Special Features
The Harvard-Lee Branch offers early literacy play dates, preschool story times, an annual Kindergarten kickoff, a monthly book club for adults, Maker Labs, many craft programs, and more. Visit our job seekers corner. Donate neckties to 1,000 Ties Youth Mentoring program.
We are proud to serve as a community hub for Ward One’s active residents. Faxing is always free.
Harvard-lee Weather
- Temperature: 71° F
- Wind Speed: 1.6mph
- Wind Direction: SE
- Daily Rain (Inches): 0
- Barometric Pressure: 29.1
Last updated: Thursday, October 3 2024 11:36 am
Events and Exhibitions
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Thursday, October 3 | 1 pm
Crafty Ladies Society
Harvard-Lee
The Crafty Ladies Society convenes weekly to share their love of yarn crafts. Like-minded crafters are welcome to bring their current crocheting or knitting project and enjoy creativity and community built around making beautiful things with yarn.
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Friday, October 4 | 3:30 pm
Game On!
Harvard-Lee
Stop in on the first Friday of the month to battle it out in a slew of different games. Prizes, snacks, and fun!
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Saturday, October 5 | 10:30 am
Write Now! Fiction Writing Workshops with Literary Cleveland
Harvard-Lee
Do you dream of writing fiction but don't know how to get started? Do you want to hone your craft and improve your skills? Do you need to reignite your creative spark? Are you looking for a supportive community of like-minded writers along with guidance from an experienced instructor? These FREE workshops offered by Literary Cleveland are for you and for anyone interested in writing fiction…any genre, any length, and any level of experience (or none!)
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Saturday, October 5 | 11 am
0 to 3: Read to Me Playdates
Harvard-Lee
Building your child’s brain is as simple as reading, singing, playing and talking! Join us as we read engaging books and sing lively songs with plenty of time for playing and talking! For children ages 0 to 3 (36 months) and a caring adult. Siblings welcome. Giveaways! Questions? Call 216-623-7004. These programs are made possible by a generous grant from The Bruening Foundation.
Register and browse a complete listing of upcoming 0 to 3: Read to Me programs at cpl.org/kids-teens/kindergarten-readiness/0-to-3-read-to-me/
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Wednesday, October 9 | 3:30 pm
PowerPoint Workshops I
Harvard-Lee
Create slide-based presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint.
PowerPoint Workshops – First Workshop
Design individual slides, and combine them into a perfectly presentable basic slideshow.
PowerPoint Workshops – Second Workshop
Enhance your slideshow with graphics, slide transitions, and animations.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact TechCentral at (216) 623-2980, Monday through Saturday, 10 AM to 6 PM; or by email at tech.central@cpl.org.
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Wednesday, October 9 | 3:30 pm
Teen Summit
Harvard-Lee
Teen Summit – a monthly discussion on everyday issues teenagers face and how they can overcome some of the challenges by providing resources from the library collection and community partners, so they can become successful and productive in society.
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Thursday, October 10 | 1 pm
Crafty Ladies Society
Harvard-Lee
The Crafty Ladies Society convenes weekly to share their love of yarn crafts. Like-minded crafters are welcome to bring their current crocheting or knitting project and enjoy creativity and community built around making beautiful things with yarn.
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Tuesday, October 15 | 4 pm
Line Dancing
Harvard-Lee
Learn the new line dances of today while revisiting old favorites.
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Wednesday, October 16 | 3:30 pm
PowerPoint Workshops II
Harvard-Lee
Create slide-based presentations using Microsoft PowerPoint.
PowerPoint Workshops – First Workshop
Design individual slides, and combine them into a perfectly presentable basic slideshow.
PowerPoint Workshops – Second Workshop
Enhance your slideshow with graphics, slide transitions, and animations.
If you have any questions, feel free to contact TechCentral at (216) 623-2980, Monday through Saturday, 10 AM to 6 PM; or by email at tech.central@cpl.org.
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Thursday, October 17 | 1 pm
Crafty Ladies Society
Harvard-Lee
The Crafty Ladies Society convenes weekly to share their love of yarn crafts. Like-minded crafters are welcome to bring their current crocheting or knitting project and enjoy creativity and community built around making beautiful things with yarn.
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Thursday, October 17 | 3:30 pm
Fakémon: Gotta Make ‘Em All
Harvard-Lee
Ever had your own idea for a Pokémon? Now is the time to create it! Map out your design and sculpt your Fakémon out of clay.
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Saturday, October 19 | 11 am
0 to 3: Read to Me Playdates
Harvard-Lee
Building your child’s brain is as simple as reading, singing, playing and talking! Join us as we read engaging books and sing lively songs with plenty of time for playing and talking! For children ages 0 to 3 (36 months) and a caring adult. Siblings welcome. Giveaways! Questions? Call 216-623-7004. These programs are made possible by a generous grant from The Bruening Foundation.
Register and browse a complete listing of upcoming 0 to 3: Read to Me programs at cpl.org/kids-teens/kindergarten-readiness/0-to-3-read-to-me/
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Tuesday, October 22 | 3:30 pm
My Digital Life: Mouse and Keyboard
Harvard-Lee
TechCentral approved. Descriptions currently being updated.
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Thursday, October 24 | 1 pm
Crafty Ladies Society
Harvard-Lee
The Crafty Ladies Society convenes weekly to share their love of yarn crafts. Like-minded crafters are welcome to bring their current crocheting or knitting project and enjoy creativity and community built around making beautiful things with yarn.
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Saturday, October 26 | 12 pm
Painting Palooza
Harvard-Lee
Make abstract spin art with our salad spinner. Paint with tempura or acrylic paint on a canvas. Come with your creativity & open mind! All ages welcome.
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Thursday, October 31 | 1 pm
Crafty Ladies Society
Harvard-Lee
The Crafty Ladies Society convenes weekly to share their love of yarn crafts. Like-minded crafters are welcome to bring their current crocheting or knitting project and enjoy creativity and community built around making beautiful things with yarn.
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Friday, November 1 | 3:30 pm
Game On!
Harvard-Lee
Stop in on the first Friday of the month to battle it out in a slew of different games. Prizes, snacks, and fun!
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Saturday, November 2 | 10:30 am
Write Now! Fiction Writing Workshops with Literary Cleveland
Harvard-Lee
Do you dream of writing fiction but don't know how to get started? Do you want to hone your craft and improve your skills? Do you need to reignite your creative spark? Are you looking for a supportive community of like-minded writers along with guidance from an experienced instructor? These FREE workshops offered by Literary Cleveland are for you and for anyone interested in writing fiction…any genre, any length, and any level of experience (or none!)
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Saturday, November 2 | 11 am
0 to 3: Read to Me Playdates
Harvard-Lee
Building your child’s brain is as simple as reading, singing, playing and talking! Join us as we read engaging books and sing lively songs with plenty of time for playing and talking! For children ages 0 to 3 (36 months) and a caring adult. Siblings welcome. Giveaways! Questions? Call 216-623-7004. These programs are made possible by a generous grant from The Bruening Foundation.
Register and browse a complete listing of upcoming 0 to 3: Read to Me programs at cpl.org/kids-teens/kindergarten-readiness/0-to-3-read-to-me/