Main Library Events

Preschool Story Time (ages 3 – 5)

Story times for preschoolers ages 3 to 5 include stories, songs, activities, and rhymes specially designed to support reading readiness and foster the social and emotional skills that kids need to succeed as they enter Kindergarten.

Computer Basics

This program is tentatively scheduled to be held in person. Masks are required. If you have any questions, please contact the TechCentral department at 216-623-2980 Mon- Sat 10:00am-6:00pm. This program has a capacity limit of 5.  

Computer Basics: The Mouse and Keyboard

Learn all mouse and keyboard techniques by completing a wide variety of meaningful, everyday computer tasks. Begin class learning how best to hold the mouse; leave class being well on your way to clicking and typing with speed and confidence.

Computer Basics: A Beginner's Introduction

This class teaches the student commonly used Personal Computer functions ranging from how to turn the computer on and off, up to navigating the windows operating system. It also explains how to start basic windows programs such as Word, Paint, and a Web Browser.

Computer Basics: Organizing Files

Can't keep track of your files? Take this class and we'll teach you best practices for saving and finding files to help you organize your computer.

“Jumpstart Your Creativity” Workshop with Author Nancy Christie

Now that National Novel Writing Month is officially over, let's keep writing! This workshop "will help you rev up your inspiration engine so you can continue on our writing journey!" Presented by the award-winning author of Rut-Busting Book for Writers and Rut-Busting Book for Authors, attendees will learn tips to break through barriers that block writing so that they can stay on their creative path.

Resume Workshop

This program is tentatively scheduled to be held in person. Masks are required. If you have any questions, please contact the TechCentral department at 216-623-2980 Mon- Sat 10:00am-6:00pm. This program has a capacity limit of 5.

Need a resume? Have a resume that needs updating? Learn how to create a resume or improve your existing resume during this workshop. Beginners and experienced resume writers are welcome.

Lunchtime Knitting Circle

Please join us for our monthly meetings inside Public Administration Library, Room 100, City Hall.  This knitting group is in association with Warm Up Cleveland.  Knitters and crocheters of every skill level are welcome.  To enquire about joining, please stop by the branch or call 216-623-2919.  Seating is spaced for safety.

Job Searching Online

This program is tentatively scheduled to be held in person. If you have any questions, please contact the TechCentral department at 216-623-2980 Mon- Sat 10:00am-6:00pm. This program has a capacity limit of 5.

Main Library Chess Club

Learn the basics of the game and have fun developing your chess ability with everything from basic moves to more complex strategies.  Also learn some basic strategies for studying chess using books, free online resources, and the library's world famous chess collections.

Computer Basics

This program is tentatively scheduled to be held in person. Masks are required. If you have any questions, please contact the TechCentral department at 216-623-2980 Mon- Sat 10:00am-6:00pm. This program has a capacity limit of 5.  

Computer Basics: The Mouse and Keyboard

Learn all mouse and keyboard techniques by completing a wide variety of meaningful, everyday computer tasks. Begin class learning how best to hold the mouse; leave class being well on your way to clicking and typing with speed and confidence.

Computer Basics: A Beginner's Introduction

This class teaches the student commonly used Personal Computer functions ranging from how to turn the computer on and off, up to navigating the windows operating system. It also explains how to start basic windows programs such as Word, Paint, and a Web Browser.

Computer Basics: Organizing Files

Can't keep track of your files? Take this class and we'll teach you best practices for saving and finding files to help you organize your computer.

Make a Mini-Book

Do mini books fascinate you? Would you like to make your own blank mini-book as a gift or keepsake? Register for a free mini-book-making kit* and pick it up at your local branch or at the Main Library downtown. Then, join us on Zoom and follow along with a preservation librarian to make your own miniature book. Each session includes Q&A at the end of the session for those who have questions.   *while supplies last. Please register at least one week in advance in order to receive your kit. 

Music at Main: Daniel Bennett Group

The Daneil Bennett Group bring their Modern Jazz, Surf Rock, and Avant-Pop back to Cleveland Public LIbrary. 

Main Library Chess Club

Learn the basics of the game and have fun developing your chess ability with everything from basic moves to more complex strategies.  Also learn some basic strategies for studying chess using books, free online resources, and the library's world famous chess collections.

Computer Basics

This program is tentatively scheduled to be held in person. Masks are required. If you have any questions, please contact the TechCentral department at 216-623-2980 Mon- Sat 10:00am-6:00pm. This program has a capacity limit of 5.  

Computer Basics: The Mouse and Keyboard

Learn all mouse and keyboard techniques by completing a wide variety of meaningful, everyday computer tasks. Begin class learning how best to hold the mouse; leave class being well on your way to clicking and typing with speed and confidence.

Computer Basics: A Beginner's Introduction

This class teaches the student commonly used Personal Computer functions ranging from how to turn the computer on and off, up to navigating the windows operating system. It also explains how to start basic windows programs such as Word, Paint, and a Web Browser.

Computer Basics: Organizing Files

Can't keep track of your files? Take this class and we'll teach you best practices for saving and finding files to help you organize your computer.

Main Library Chess Club

Learn the basics of the game and have fun developing your chess ability with everything from basic moves to more complex strategies.  Also learn some basic strategies for studying chess using books, free online resources, and the library's world famous chess collections.