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Toddler & Preschool Storytime

19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
2026-07-01 10:30:00 2026-07-01 10:55:00 America/New_York Toddler & Preschool Storytime Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories. Parma-Powers Branch - Story/Craft Room (49)

Wednesday, July 01
10:30am - 10:55am

Add to Calendar 2026-07-01 10:30:00 2026-07-01 10:55:00 America/New_York Toddler & Preschool Storytime Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories. Parma-Powers Branch - Story/Craft Room (49)

Parma-Powers Branch

Story/Craft Room (49)

Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.

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Parma-Powers Branch
pwrmgr@cuyahogalibrary.org
Phone: 440.885.5362
Fax: 440.884.2263
Branch manager
Jessica Breslin
Hours
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Mon, Jun 01 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Tue, Jun 02 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Wed, Jun 03 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Thu, Jun 04 9:00AM to 9:00PM
Fri, Jun 05 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sat, Jun 06 9:00AM to 5:30PM
Sun, Jun 07 1:00PM to 5:00PM
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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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Citizenship Class - Adults
Thu, Jun 04, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
To be eligible, attendees must be Aspire Greater Cleveland students.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Jun 04, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Rescheduled
Parma Area Artists Reception - Everyone
Thu, Jun 04, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
New date Saturday, June 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Meet the contributing artists for the Parma-Powers Branch Gallery Wall Fall exhibit! Free refreshments will be served!
Music and Movement - Ages 2 - 5
Thu, Jun 04, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for music, stories and movement.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Jun 05, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Flamingo Fling! Summer Kickoff - Everyone
Sat, Jun 06, 2:00pm - 4:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Dance into summer with music, photo ops and flamingo-themed activities for all ages. Celebrate the Parma Bicentennial and the Summer Reading Challenge, "Unearth a Story"!
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Mon, Jun 08, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Baby & Me Storytime with Stay & Play - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Jun 08, 10:30am - 11:30am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Dig In! to Summer Fun - Grades 1 – 6
Mon, Jun 08, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Unearth fun at a new program each week. Exciting guest presenters bring STEAM, art, animals, magic and more to life! See below or calendar for details. No registration. Space limited to room capacity.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Jun 08, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 – 6
Mon, Jun 08, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, animation and movie making, writing, illustrating and making books, at your own pace. See branch calendar for details. No registration.
Citizenship Class - Adults
Tue, Jun 09, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
To be eligible, attendees must be Aspire Greater Cleveland students.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Jun 09, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 – 6
Tue, Jun 09, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, animation and movie making, writing, illustrating and making books, at your own pace. See branch calendar for details. No registration.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Jun 09, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Wed, Jun 10, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Jun 10, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 – 6
Wed, Jun 10, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, animation and movie making, writing, illustrating and making books, at your own pace. See branch calendar for details. No registration.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Jun 10, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Aspire ESOL/Citizenship Drop-in Orientation and Testing - Adults
Wed, Jun 10, 5:45pm - 8:30pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
Orientation and Post-Testing for Aspire ESOL/Citizenship students. Drop-in appointments available in Parma-Powers Technology Learning Center.
Cooking 4Teens Around the World - For Gr. 6-12
Wed, Jun 10, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Learn how to make different foods from different countries: 6/10: Japan, 7/8: Mexico, 8/12: Italy
This event is full
Parma-Powers Monthly Movie Discussion - Adult
Wed, Jun 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Conference Room (35)
Monthly movie discussion group. Film for June is Bugonia.
Citizenship Class - Adults
Thu, Jun 11, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
To be eligible, attendees must be Aspire Greater Cleveland students.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 – 6
Thu, Jun 11, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, animation and movie making, writing, illustrating and making books, at your own pace. See branch calendar for details. No registration.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Jun 11, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Music and Movement - Ages 2 - 5
Thu, Jun 11, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for music, stories and movement.
Native Plants - Adults 
Thu, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Explore the world of Native Plants and how you can support your local ecosystem while beautifying your backyard.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Jun 12, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Pokemon, Games and More - For Gr. 6-12 /Release & Hold Harmless form required.
Sat, Jun 13, 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!
Parma Area Artists Reception - Everyone
Sat, Jun 13, 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Conference Room (35),Meeting Room D (40)
Meet the contributing artists for the Parma-Powers Branch Gallery Wall Fall exhibit! Free refreshments will be served!
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Mon, Jun 15, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Baby & Me Storytime with Stay & Play - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Jun 15, 10:30am - 11:30am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Dig In! to Summer Fun - Grades 1 – 6
Mon, Jun 15, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Unearth fun at a new program each week. Exciting guest presenters bring STEAM, art, animals, magic and more to life! See below or calendar for details. No registration. Space limited to room capacity.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Jun 15, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 – 6
Mon, Jun 15, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, animation and movie making, writing, illustrating and making books, at your own pace. See branch calendar for details. No registration.
Citizenship Class - Adults
Tue, Jun 16, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
To be eligible, attendees must be Aspire Greater Cleveland students.
Tuesday Morning Book Discussion - Adults
Tue, Jun 16, 10:00am - 11:30am
Meeting Room A (50)
Join us for a discussion of The Women's March by Jennifer Chiaverini. Books will be available one month in advance.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Jun 16, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 – 6
Tue, Jun 16, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, animation and movie making, writing, illustrating and making books, at your own pace. See branch calendar for details. No registration.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Jun 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Finding Hope: Overcoming Addiction Together
Tue, Jun 16, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Learn what addiction is and how it can affect a person’s life, relationships, and daily choices. Also learn the different ways people can get help.
ESOL Class - Students must attend an orientation before beginning class
Wed, Jun 17, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Aspire Greater Cleveland provides free ESOL (English for Speakers of Other Languages) classes at Cuyahoga County Public Library branches.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Jun 17, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Excel Basics ★
Wed, Jun 17, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Technology Learning Center (16)
Learn the essentials of Excel. Topics include entering data, using autofill and performing calculations using basic formulas and functions. Prerequisite: Computer Basics or equivalent experience.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 – 6
Wed, Jun 17, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, animation and movie making, writing, illustrating and making books, at your own pace. See branch calendar for details. No registration.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Jun 17, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Beach Glass Frame Art Class - For Gr. 6-12
Wed, Jun 17, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Use real Lake Erie beach glass to create a unique piece of art. Supplies provided.
Citizenship Class - Adults
Thu, Jun 18, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
To be eligible, attendees must be Aspire Greater Cleveland students.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 – 6
Thu, Jun 18, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, animation and movie making, writing, illustrating and making books, at your own pace. See branch calendar for details. No registration.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Jun 18, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Grown-Ups Night in the Kid Innovation Center - Adults
Thu, Jun 18, 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Adults are invited to check out the KIC. Explore robotics, coding, construction, stop-motion animation and making books. Experience the fun our kids have during the day!
Music and Movement - Ages 2 - 5
Thu, Jun 18, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for music, stories and movement.
BookJoy: A book & goodie bag 4Teen - For Gr. 6-12 Pick Up at the Parma Branch
Fri, Jun 19, 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.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Jun 19, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Baby & Me Storytime with Stay & Play - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Jun 22, 10:30am - 11:30am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Dig In! to Summer Fun - Grades 1 – 6
Mon, Jun 22, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Unearth fun at a new program each week. Exciting guest presenters bring STEAM, art, animals, magic and more to life! See below or calendar for details. No registration. Space limited to room capacity.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Jun 22, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 – 6
Mon, Jun 22, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, animation and movie making, writing, illustrating and making books, at your own pace. See branch calendar for details. No registration.
Citizenship Class - Adults
Tue, Jun 23, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
To be eligible, attendees must be Aspire Greater Cleveland students.
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Jun 23, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Spiritual Fitness - Adult Program
Tue, Jun 23, 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
UH Partner Program
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 – 6
Tue, Jun 23, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, animation and movie making, writing, illustrating and making books, at your own pace. See branch calendar for details. No registration.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Jun 23, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Jun 24, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 – 6
Wed, Jun 24, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, animation and movie making, writing, illustrating and making books, at your own pace. See branch calendar for details. No registration.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Jun 24, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Wicked: Part One - Rated PG
Wed, Jun 24, 5:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join us for a showing of Wicked: Part One. Magical costumes are encouraged and themed sweet treats will be served.
Citizenship Class - Adults
Thu, Jun 25, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
To be eligible, attendees must be Aspire Greater Cleveland students.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 – 6
Thu, Jun 25, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, animation and movie making, writing, illustrating and making books, at your own pace. See branch calendar for details. No registration.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Jun 25, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Music and Movement - Ages 2 - 5
Thu, Jun 25, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for music, stories and movement.
West Side Poetry Writing Workshop
Thu, Jun 25, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Conference Room (35)
This event will be held in-person at the Parma-Powers Branch.
History of Juneteenth - Adults
Thu, Jun 25, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join us for an engaging and educational program exploring the history and significance of Juneteenth.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Jun 26, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Parma-Powers Birding Club - Adults & Families with kids age 6 and up
Sat, Jun 27, 10:00am - 11:00am
Meeting Room C/D (90)
Meet enthusiastic birders. Share your birding tips, photos, recordings and stories. Do activities and learn from special guest experts. All experience levels and ages welcomed!
Baby & Me Storytime with Stay & Play - Birth – 18 months with caregiver
Mon, Jun 29, 10:30am - 11:30am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and books.
Dig In! to Summer Fun - Grades 1 – 6
Mon, Jun 29, 1:30pm - 2:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Unearth fun at a new program each week. Exciting guest presenters bring STEAM, art, animals, magic and more to life! See below or calendar for details. No registration. Space limited to room capacity.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Mon, Jun 29, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 – 6
Mon, Jun 29, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, animation and movie making, writing, illustrating and making books, at your own pace. See branch calendar for details. No registration.
Citizenship Class - Adults
Tue, Jun 30, 9:30am - 12:00pm
Meeting Room D (40)
To be eligible, attendees must be Aspire Greater Cleveland students.
Bingo: Fun for All! - Adults
Tue, Jun 30, 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!
Toddler Storytime - 19 – 35 months with caregiver
Tue, Jun 30, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 – 6
Tue, Jun 30, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, animation and movie making, writing, illustrating and making books, at your own pace. See branch calendar for details. No registration.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Tue, Jun 30, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Deaf Awareness - Adults
Tue, Jun 30, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join us for a general Deaf Awareness program designed to increase understanding of Deaf culture, communication styles, and accessibility in everyday life.
Toddler & Preschool Storytime - 19 months – 5 years (not yet in kindergarten) w/ caregiver
Wed, Jul 01, 10:30am - 10:55am
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for rhymes, songs, fingerplays and stories.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 – 6
Wed, Jul 01, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, animation and movie making, writing, illustrating and making books, at your own pace. See branch calendar for details. No registration.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Wed, Jul 01, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Wicked: For Good - Rated PG
Wed, Jul 01, 5:30pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Join us for a showing of Wicked: for Good. Magical costumes are encouraged and themed sweet treats will be served.
Illustrator Basics
Wed, Jul 01, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Meeting Room D (40)
Use various shapes, drawing and text tools to create a basic design in Adobe Illustrator. Prerequisite: Computer Basics or equivalent experience.
Kid Innovation Center - Grades 1 – 6
Thu, Jul 02, 1:30pm - 3:30pm
Homework Center (49)
Drop in to the KIC to explore robotics, coding, construction, animation and movie making, writing, illustrating and making books, at your own pace. See branch calendar for details. No registration.
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Thu, Jul 02, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
Music and Movement - Ages 2 - 5
Thu, Jul 02, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Story/Craft Room (49)
Join us for music, stories and movement.
Looking Back: Celebrating 200 Years of Parma’s History - Bicentennial Program
Thu, Jul 02, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Meeting Room A/B (150)
Celebrating 200 Years of Parma, Ohio
Summer Café - Kids ages 18 & younger
Fri, Jul 03, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Meeting Room C (50)
Kids ages 18 and under can get a free lunch provided by the Greater Cleveland Food Bank, while supplies last.
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