Upcoming programs at the Bay Village Branch Library

The 2012 Newbery and Caldecott winners were announced last week amid the usual excitement. The Newbery Award went to Jack Gantos’s “Dead End in Norvelt” while the Caldecott was awarded to Chris Raschka for “A Ball for Daisy.” Stop in and let us reserve a copy of these books for you and you can decide if you agree with the choices. We also have a list of all of the past award winners. See how many you’ve read, or start reading your way through the list. Also, make plans to join us for these upcoming programs!

ADULT DEPARTMENT

Wednesday, Feb. 8 (7 p.m.) HOME SWEET REVENUE – Are you wondering how you could benefit from the current housing market? There are many strategies that can be used, from “flip that house” to renting and property management.

Thursday, Feb. 9 (7:30 p.m.) THURSDAY EVENING BOOK DISCUSSION – Join us for a discussion of the book “Unbroken:  A World War II Story of Survival, Resilience, and Redemption” by Lauren Hillenbrand.

Tuesday, Feb. 14 (10 a.m.) HOW TO DOWNLOAD E-BOOKS – Need help downloading library books to your device? Joe Salamon will be here to answer all of your questions!

Wednesday, Feb. 15 (7 p.m.) JOHN D. ROCKEFELLER, CLEVELAND’S MOST FAMOUS CITIZEN – John D. Rockefeller had a big influence on the area through his philanthropy as well as his successful businesses  Learn about the man behind the legend as storyteller Dan Ruminski returns to share another story about the history of Cleveland in the early years. Learn how he made his money, his hobbies and why he  ultimately left Cleveland.

TEEN DEPARTMENT

Monday, Feb. 13 (3:30 p.m.) MONDAY MADNESS – For ages 11 and up. Want to start the week off right? Join us for some extreme fun! Stretch your imagination to the max with different activities with CHOCOLATE!

CHILDREN’S DEPARTMENT

Wednesday, Feb. 8 (4 p.m.) VALENTINE ART WITH CAROLINA MARTIN – For ages preschool-grade 3. Carolina Martin from Art on Wheels Inc. is back with a new process to share for a Valentine-themed object.  

Saturday, Feb. 11 (11 a.m.) PLAY/STORY – For ages birth-5 years and a caregiver. Children can play with interactive and developmental toys and share a story while their caregivers meet new friends and socialize. Bring your playgroup here for a morning of fun!

Monday, Feb. 20 (11 a.m.) TALES AND SONGS BY THE FIRESIDE WITH FOSTER BROWN – For ages 2-10. Join storyteller and musician Foster Brown on a day off school as he shares nature stories and songs with audience participation.  

Please join us for these programs, and weekly storytimes as well. Register to attend these specials by going online to cuyahogalibrary.org, calling 871-6392, or by stopping in at the library. We look forward to seeing you!