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Speed Friending

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2025-10-11 14:00:00 2025-10-11 15:30:00 America/New_York Speed Friending Based on the same model as speed dating, speed friending is a low-key social event designed to help adults make new friends. North Olmsted Branch - Large Meeting Room (90)

Saturday, October 11
2:00pm - 3:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-10-11 14:00:00 2025-10-11 15:30:00 America/New_York Speed Friending Based on the same model as speed dating, speed friending is a low-key social event designed to help adults make new friends. North Olmsted Branch - Large Meeting Room (90)

North Olmsted Branch

Large Meeting Room (90)

Based on the same model as speed dating, speed friending is a low-key social event designed to help adults make new friends.

Based on the same model as speed dating, speed friending matches persons, without regard to gender and gives them 2 minutes to interact with suggested topics of discussion at hand to avoid awkward moments. After the two minutes are up, the pairs are switched up and the process repeats allowing guests to meet a maximum number of potential new friends in a short period of time.

There will be trivia and/or activities available after the matching period for intermingling with new friends. This is an fun, engaging and low-key way to meet new people from the community.

Generously sponsored by The Friends of the North Olmsted Library. Seeking new members, volunteers, and Executive Board Members! Click here to find them on Facebook!

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North Olmsted Branch
nolmgr@cuyahogalibrary.org
Phone: 440.777.6211
Fax: 440.777.4312
Branch manager
Shayna Muckerheide
Hours
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Mon, Sep 29 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Sep 30 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Oct 01 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Oct 02 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Oct 03 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Oct 04 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Oct 05 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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About the branch

In 1829, Charles Hyde Olmsted promised to donate 500 books from his father’s collection if the residents agreed to change the name of their town from Lenox to Olmsted. They did and the books traveled by oxcart and were housed in individual residents’ homes while being circulated. The “Oxcart Library” is thought to be the first circulating public library in the Western Reserve.

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

Upcoming events

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Free Play Friday - Ages birth - 5 with caregivers
Fri, Oct 03, 10:30am - 11:30am
Story Room (50)
Enjoy some free play at the library where you play with toys, meet new friends, and have a lot of fun!
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Oct 03, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Artful Impact - Grades K-8
Fri, Oct 03, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Room (50)
This program will lead scholars through hands on experiences in using art to make an impact on themselves and others. Lead by Art Therapy Studios. Registration Requested.
Registration is now closed
Kindergarten Club - Ages 4 & 5
Sat, Oct 04, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room (90),Story Room (50)
Kindergarten Club is for children entering kindergarten this fall who did not attend preschool, Head Start or a childcare center.
This event is full
Family Storytime - All ages with caregiver
Mon, Oct 06, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story Room (50)
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Oct 06, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Mon, Oct 06, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (25)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
True Terror: The Real Stories Behind the Horror - with authors K.L. Griffiths, Neil Sater & Ann O’Mara Heyward
Mon, Oct 06, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Authors share the real-life events that inspired their most haunting stories.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Tue, Oct 07, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Basement) (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Baby Club - Ages birth – 35 months with parent/caregiver
Tue, Oct 07, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room (90),Story Room (50)
Boost your baby’s brain through play!
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Oct 07, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Tue, Oct 07, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (25)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Oct 08, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Wed, Oct 08, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (25)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Thu, Oct 09, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Basement) (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Oct 09, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Thu, Oct 09, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (25)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Free Play Friday - Ages birth - 5 with caregivers
Fri, Oct 10, 10:30am - 11:30am
Story Room (50)
Enjoy some free play at the library where you play with toys, meet new friends, and have a lot of fun!
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Oct 10, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Artful Impact - Grades K-8
Fri, Oct 10, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Room (50)
This program will lead scholars through hands on experiences in using art to make an impact on themselves and others. Lead by Art Therapy Studios. Registration Requested.
Speed Friending - Adult
Sat, Oct 11, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Based on the same model as speed dating, speed friending is a low-key social event designed to help adults make new friends.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Oct 13, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Tue, Oct 14, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Basement) (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Baby Club - Ages birth – 35 months with parent/caregiver
Tue, Oct 14, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room (90),Story Room (50)
Boost your baby’s brain through play!
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Oct 14, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Tue, Oct 14, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (25)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Oct 15, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Wed, Oct 15, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (25)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Thu, Oct 16, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Basement) (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Oct 16, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Thu, Oct 16, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (25)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Free Play Friday - Ages birth - 5 with caregivers
Fri, Oct 17, 10:30am - 11:30am
Story Room (50)
Enjoy some free play at the library where you play with toys, meet new friends, and have a lot of fun!
Blood Drive
Fri, Oct 17, 10:30am - 3:30pm
Meeting Room (Basement) (90)
Donate blood today. For more information or to make an appointment visit www.redcrossblood.org or call the American Red Cross at 800-RED-CROSS (800-733-2767).
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Oct 17, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Artful Impact - Grades K-8
Fri, Oct 17, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Room (50)
This program will lead scholars through hands on experiences in using art to make an impact on themselves and others. Lead by Art Therapy Studios. Registration Requested.
Not So Spooky Storytime - all ages with caregiver
Sat, Oct 18, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Story Room (50)
Little ghouls and goblins welcome for a not so spooky Storytime. Costumes welcome.
Cozies & Crafts
Sat, Oct 18, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Small Meeting Room (16)
Do you like cozy mysteries? Are you just dying to craft and chat about them? Clue into this book club where we suspect you will have a great time.
Canva Basics - Adults
Mon, Oct 20, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Create designs and graphics for print or digital media with this free website. Prerequisite: Computer Basics or equivalent experience. Preferred: Account with Canva.com (bring your password!).
Family Storytime - All ages with caregiver
Mon, Oct 20, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story Room (50)
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Oct 20, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Mon, Oct 20, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (25)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Dinner & A Book - Adults
Mon, Oct 20, 6:00pm - 7:30pm
24581 Lorain Rd
Join us on the 3rd Monday of most months for this uniquely local book discussion held at various North Olmsted-area restaurants. Guests are responsible for their own food & drink expenses.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Tue, Oct 21, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Basement) (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
VolunTEENS - Grades 6-12
Tue, Oct 21, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Participate in our monthly community service opportunities and earn volunteer hours.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Oct 21, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Tue, Oct 21, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (25)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Computer Basics
Wed, Oct 22, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
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.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Oct 22, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Wed, Oct 22, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (25)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Thu, Oct 23, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Basement) (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Oct 23, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Thu, Oct 23, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (25)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Free Play Friday - Ages birth - 5 with caregivers
Fri, Oct 24, 10:30am - 11:30am
Story Room (50)
Enjoy some free play at the library where you play with toys, meet new friends, and have a lot of fun!
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Oct 24, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Artful Impact - Grades K-8
Fri, Oct 24, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Room (50)
This program will lead scholars through hands on experiences in using art to make an impact on themselves and others. Lead by Art Therapy Studios. Registration Requested.
Family Storytime - All ages with caregiver
Mon, Oct 27, 10:30am - 11:00am
Story Room (50)
Join us for stories, songs and fingerplays.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Oct 27, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Mon, Oct 27, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (25)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Therapeutic Art for Parent Bereavement - Expressive Group Art Making to Help Parents
Mon, Oct 27, 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Small Meeting Room (16)
Join UH Connor Whole Health's Jess Grimm, ATR-P, for a therapeutic art group.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Tue, Oct 28, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Basement) (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Teen Makers - Grades 6-12
Tue, Oct 28, 2:30pm - 4:30pm
Participate in a monthly creative activity designed for teens.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Oct 28, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Tue, Oct 28, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (25)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Oct 29, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Wed, Oct 29, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (25)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Thu, Oct 30, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room (Basement) (90)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Oct 30, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Student Success Centers (Fall Season) — Grades K – 8 - Free homework help and academic enrichment!
Thu, Oct 30, 4:00pm - 6:30pm
Homework Center (25)
We offer homework assistance, academic enrichment and access to computers that have internet, databases and free printing.
Free Play Friday - Ages birth - 5 with caregivers
Fri, Oct 31, 10:30am - 11:30am
Story Room (50)
Enjoy some free play at the library where you play with toys, meet new friends, and have a lot of fun!
Kids Cafe - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Oct 31, 2:45pm - 3:45pm
Large Meeting Room (90)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free meal provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Artful Impact - Grades K-8
Fri, Oct 31, 4:00pm - 5:00pm
Story Room (50)
This program will lead scholars through hands on experiences in using art to make an impact on themselves and others. Lead by Art Therapy Studios. Registration Requested.
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