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ESOL Class

Students must attend an orientation before beginning class

2025-11-10 09:30:00 2025-11-10 12:00:00 America/New_York ESOL Class Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches. Parma-Powers Branch - Meeting Room C/D (90)

Monday, November 10
9:30am - 12:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-11-10 09:30:00 2025-11-10 12:00:00 America/New_York ESOL Class Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches. Parma-Powers Branch - Meeting Room C/D (90)

Parma-Powers Branch

Meeting Room C/D (90)

Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Students must attend an orientation session before beginning classes. For orientation and class information, please call 833.ASPIRE2 or visit aspiregreatercleveland.org.

Parma-Powers Branch

pwrmgr@cuyahogalibrary.org
Phone: 440.885.5362
Fax: 440.884.2263
Branch manager
Jessica Breslin

Hours
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Mon, Oct 27 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Oct 28 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Oct 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Oct 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Oct 31 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Nov 01 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Nov 02 1:00PM to 5:00PM

About the branch

Located across from University Hospitals Parma Medical Center and adjacent to city hall, the Parma-Powers Branch offers a full service drive-up window, community meeting spaces and an interactive children’s area featuring artwork by beloved writer/illustrator Rosemary Wells.

This branch is a Student Success Center and a Greater Cleveland Food Bank Kids Café location.

Upcoming events

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Wed, Oct 29, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Wed, Oct 29, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

Wed, Oct 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.

Wed, Oct 29, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join us for a night of stories of Real Haunted Ohio Homes & Places! See exhibits of Ghostly Artifacts with Interactive audience participation. Spooky events may occur!
This event is full

Thu, Oct 30, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
MOS Class for ESOL Students

Thu, Oct 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Thu, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.

Thu, Oct 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us—if you dare—for an evening of chilling stories guaranteed to send shivers down your spine. Costumes are welcome. Registration required.

Thu, Oct 30, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
The Cleveland Fleaharmonics Ensemble presents a Halloween Spooktacular Show.

Fri, Oct 31, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150),Story/Craft Room (49)
Boost your baby’s brain through play!
This event is full

Fri, Oct 31, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Fri, Oct 31, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Homework Center (49)
Art isn't just about making something beautiful, but can be used for self-expression, communication, confidence and feeling good. Fridays at Parma-Powers Branch of CCPL.

Mon, Nov 03, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Mon, Nov 03, 10:30am - 11:15am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.

Mon, Nov 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Mon, Nov 03, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.

Mon, Nov 03, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
This is a free, 12-week certification program funded by an Aspire grant from the Ohio Department of Higher Education. The next cohort starts on 10/27/2025. Text (216) 990-8271 for more information.

Tue, Nov 04, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
MOS Class for ESOL Students

Tue, Nov 04, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

Tue, Nov 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Tue, Nov 04, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.

Wed, Nov 05, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Wed, Nov 05, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join Parma Mayor Tim DeGeeter and members of the Parma-Powers staff for a storytime geared for Seniors.

Wed, Nov 05, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

Wed, Nov 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Wed, Nov 05, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.

Wed, Nov 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Fun awaits! Join us for this fun line dancing workshop. A Signed Release Form is Required.
This event is full

Thu, Nov 06, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
MOS Class for ESOL Students

Thu, Nov 06, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Thu, Nov 06, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.

Thu, Nov 06, 6:30pm - 7:15pm
Conference Room (35)
Hands-on activities and books about birds, migration and Northeast Ohio wildlife. Sep - Amazing Adaptations. Oct - Finding Birds. Nov - How big, how fast, how high? Registration requested.

Thu, Nov 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Discover the transformative power of journaling to unlock deeper self-awareness.
This event is full

Fri, Nov 07, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Fri, Nov 07, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Homework Center (49)
Art isn't just about making something beautiful, but can be used for self-expression, communication, confidence and feeling good. Fridays at Parma-Powers Branch of CCPL.

Sat, Nov 08, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Bring the generations together to play bingo, have a treat and win prizes! Drop-in. Donuts, water and coffee provided. Click "Add to Calendar" to receive a reminder message. 

Sat, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join the West Side Poetry Workshop at this special 10th anniversary of their yearly reading and open mic.

Sat, Nov 08, 2:00pm - 2:45pm
Story/Craft Room (49)
Stories and hands-on activities about birds, migration and local wildlife. September - Amazing Adaptations. October - Finding Birds. November - How big, how fast, how high? Registration requested.

Mon, Nov 10, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Mon, Nov 10, 10:30am - 11:15am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.

Mon, Nov 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Mon, Nov 10, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.

Mon, Nov 10, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
This is a free, 12-week certification program funded by an Aspire grant from the Ohio Department of Higher Education. The next cohort starts on 10/27/2025. Text (216) 990-8271 for more information.

Mon, Nov 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
In this interactive workshop, you'll learn how to create high-quality videos for social media. This program is open to both Adults and Teens (Grades 9-12).

Tue, Nov 11, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
MOS Class for ESOL Students

Tue, Nov 11, 10:00am - 11:30am
Conference Room (35)
Join us for a discussion of Rednecks by Taylor Brown.  Books will be available one month in advance.

Tue, Nov 11, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

Tue, Nov 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Tue, Nov 11, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.

Wed, Nov 12, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Wed, Nov 12, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join Parma Mayor Tim DeGeeter and members of the Parma-Powers staff for a storytime geared for Seniors.

Wed, Nov 12, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

Wed, Nov 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Wed, Nov 12, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.

Wed, Nov 12, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Caregivers are invited to a friendly and supportive group with Bright Beginnings – Triple P Parenting. Learn practical techniques to prevent and manage frustrating behaviors. Light dinner served.

Wed, Nov 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Get ready to battle...with frosting! We provide the cupcakes; you provide the creativity. Decorate cupcakes based on a theme for a chance to win a prize.
This event is full

Wed, Nov 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Monthly movie discussion group. November film is Conclave.

Thu, Nov 13, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
MOS Class for ESOL Students

Thu, Nov 13, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Thu, Nov 13, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.

Fri, Nov 14, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Fri, Nov 14, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Homework Center (49)
Art isn't just about making something beautiful, but can be used for self-expression, communication, confidence and feeling good. Fridays at Parma-Powers Branch of CCPL.

Sat, Nov 15, 11:00am - 12:30pm
Teen (49)
Play Pokemon, swap cards, play board games and the Nintendo Switch or bring your tabletop games. Prizes and refreshments!

Mon, Nov 17, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Mon, Nov 17, 10:30am - 11:15am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.

Mon, Nov 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Mon, Nov 17, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.

Mon, Nov 17, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
This is a free, 12-week certification program funded by an Aspire grant from the Ohio Department of Higher Education. The next cohort starts on 10/27/2025. Text (216) 990-8271 for more information.

Tue, Nov 18, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
MOS Class for ESOL Students

Tue, Nov 18, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

Tue, Nov 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Tue, Nov 18, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.

Tue, Nov 18, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Madeline Hodgman Korth, LISW-S, from NAMI will explain how people can identify and treat symptoms of Seasonal Affective Disorder (SAD).

Wed, Nov 19, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.

Wed, Nov 19, 10:00am - 1:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
Create a simple presentation and learn how to add text, images and transitions to slides. Prerequisite: Computer Basics or equivalent experience.

Wed, Nov 19, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

Wed, Nov 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Wed, Nov 19, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.

Wed, Nov 19, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Learn how to spot, avoid and report scams – and protect yourself and your loved ones.

Thu, Nov 20, 9:00am - 12:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
MOS Class for ESOL Students

Thu, Nov 20, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Thu, Nov 20, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.

Fri, Nov 21, 9:00am - 5:30pm
Discover your next favorite book. Register for a book pack that contains a hand-selected book for checkout along with GOODIES to keep! Click on "BookJoy" for more info. Pick up at the Parma Branch.

Fri, Nov 21, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Fri, Nov 21, 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Homework Center (49)
Art isn't just about making something beautiful, but can be used for self-expression, communication, confidence and feeling good. Fridays at Parma-Powers Branch of CCPL.

Mon, Nov 24, 10:30am - 11:15am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.

Mon, Nov 24, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
Learn the basics about computing devices, using a mouse and keyboard, and navigating the desktop environment. Computer settings and mobile devices will also be discussed. No prerequisites.

Mon, Nov 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Mon, Nov 24, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.

Mon, Nov 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Unwind, create, and get swept away by a good story. Join us for a cozy hour where audiobooks meet hands-on creativity. Prefer to just listen and relax? That’s perfectly fine. Drop-ins welcome.

Tue, Nov 25, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join us for a morning of Bingo! Prizes will be awarded and fun will be had!

Tue, Nov 25, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

Tue, Nov 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Tue, Nov 25, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (49)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.

Wed, Nov 26, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

Wed, Nov 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.

Fri, Nov 28, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.