Cleveland Public Library Offers Support to Students and Teachers

Whether virtual or in-person, school is back in session. To help children, families, and educators, Cleveland Public Library is offering resources and programs to enhance the learning experience, complement lesson plans, encourage reading and learning, and spark curiosity. “Cleveland Public Library wants everyone to succeed this school year,” said Dr. Sadie Winlock, Chief Equity, Education & Engagement Officer at Cleveland…

Cleveland Public Library Celebrates Hispanic Heritage Month

Celebrate Hispanic Heritage Month at Cleveland Public Library. The month honoring the culture takes place September 15 – October 15. During this time, the Library will recognize Hispanic traditions and contributions through fun and educational programs. All programs and events will be provided online. Hispanic Heritage Month Events include: Hispanic Heritage Virtual Party: Kick off the festivities with a party…

Cleveland Public Library Welcomes Teleangé Thomas as Newest Member of Board of Trustees

Cleveland Public Library is pleased to announce the appointment of Teleangé Thomas to the Library Board of Trustees. She was chosen by the Board of Education for the Cleveland Municipal School District (CMSD) who governs Cleveland Public Library’s Board of Trustees. “We’re excited to have Ms. Thomas join the Library’s board of trustees. Her experience and commitment to our community…

Cathy O’Neil on Democracy

Important decisions that affect our lives are made every day. Increasingly, those decisions are made not by humans but by computers.  In theory, this should lead to more fairness since everyone is judged by the same rules, and bias is eliminated. In reality, the algorithms that are used to make these decisions are opaque, unregulated, and uncontestable…even when they’re wrong. …