1 WINTER / SPRING 2026 VOLUME 8 ISSUE 1 A Message From Director Kacie Armstrong 475 E 185th Street | Euclid, Ohio 44119 | (216) 261-5300 | EUCLIDLIBRARY.ORG LIBRARY HOURS MON - THURS 10:00 AM - 9:00 PM FRIDAY 10:00 AM - 5:00 PM SATURDAY 9:00 AM - 5:00 PM SUNDAY 1:00 PM - 5:00 PM (October-May) Allen C. Hufford President Ray Ford Vice President Jerry A. McPherson Secretary Frank Barberio Larry Cielec Carmen Epps Julie Kolling BOARD OF TRUSTEES CLOSINGS January 1 New Year’s Day January 19 Martin Luther King Jr Day (Observed) April 5 Easter Sunday LIBRARY LIAISON EPL at 185th Our Temporary Library Location Lakeview Enterprise Our Temporary Administrative Office Shore Cultural Centre Our Temporary Programming Space Coretta Scott King Book Awards Round Table Literature Week Jan 19 - 23 / 12:00 PM Friends of Euclid Public Library Annual Luncehon March 24 / 12:00 PM NEA Bite Into Books Author Visit: Aimee Nezhukumatathil April 30 / 11:30 AM Great Backyard Bird Count Feb 16 / 10:30 AM #EUCLIDLIBRARY Friends of EPL Winter Reading Challenge Jan 19 - Feb 28 Re-Opening Soon! EPL Main Branch Traditionally, the 13th anniversary is celebrated with a gift of lace—a symbol of the intricate, delicate, and beautifully woven nature of a relationship nurtured over time. This year, I am thrilled to officially celebrate my 13th Anniversary as Director of Euclid Public Library. Over these years, we have built a partnership with our community that has helped us navigate life’s challenges, celebrate its joys, and grow stronger together. What a remarkable journey it has been! Together, we closed and began the renovation of our Main Library, moved into three temporary locations, continued to offer engaging programs and essential services, and most importantly, remained true to our mission of Excellence, Professionalism, and Learning—all while upholding our vision of being the gem of the community. As we step into 2026, we proudly join our local and nationwide community in celebrating America 250, and we also embark on the exciting journey of moving back into our beautifully renovated Main Library. Each quarter we’ll keep you updated on our progress— and we are thrilled to announce the approval of our new Euclid Public Library branding! This fresh look includes a modern logo, an updated website, and a cohesive identity across social media, posters, and promotional materials. The new look will be rolled out over the next six months. We also invite you to dive into all the exciting programs kicking off this year, including the Friends of the Library Winter Reading Program, Coretta Scott King Book Award Round Table virtual author sessions in celebration of Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., the NEA Bite Into Books events, the Great Backyard Bird Count, Ohio Celebrates Toni Morrison and America 250 celebrations. Stay connected and informed about events, programs, and renovation updates at euclidlibrary.org, or contact us at 216-261-5300. Don’t forget to follow us on Facebook, X, YouTube, Instagram, and LinkedIn for the latest happenings. Here’s to a vibrant 2026 filled with discovery, community, and the continued joy of learning together! Scan the QR Code for the CSKBART Zoom Link
Monday, February 16 Great Backyard Bird Count 10:30 AM / Kenneth J. Sims Park For All Ages; Weather Permitting. For more information about our programming, events, or registration, scan the QR code or visit EUCLIDLIBRARY.ORG Connect with us! Saturday, February 28 NEA Bite Into Books – Bite by Bite Kickoff Event 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM / West Side Market MARCH Thursday, March 5 NEA Bite Into Books – Virtual Book Discussion: Bite by Bite by Aimee Nezhukmatathil* 6:00 PM / Zoom Tuesday, March 24 Friends of EPL Annual Luncheon 12:15 PM / Euclid High School Bistro This is a ticketed event. Thursday, March 26 NEA Bite Into Books – Documentary Screening: Regenerating Community* 6:00 PM / Zoom APRIL Sunday, April 5 Easter Sunday – Library Closed Wednesday, April 22 Virtual Author Event – Miranda Cowley Heller author of The Paper Palace* 2:00 PM / register at libraryc.org/euclidlibrary Wednesday, April 29 NEA Bite Into Books – Bite by Bite Guided Tasting Experience 6:00 PM / Cleveland Public Library – Main Library Thursday, April 30 NEA Bite Into Books – Author Visit: Aimee Nezhukumatathil author of Bite by Bite: Nourishments and Jamborees 11:30 AM / City Club of Cleveland This is a ticketed event. JANUARY Wednesday, January 7 Board Game Day 3:30 PM / Shore Cultural Centre, Room #39 For grades 7-12 Friday, January 9 I Like to Move It, Move It! 11:00 AM / Shore Cultural Centre, Room #39 This program is designed for young children and their families. Wednesday, January 14 Battle of the Bridges 6:00 PM / Shore Cultural Centre, Room #39 For grades 3-6. January 19 – February 28 Friends of Euclid Public Library Winter Reading Challenge Track your reading on the Beanstack app to win prizes! FEBRUARY Wednesday, February 11 Will You Be My Valentine? 3:30 PM / Shore Cultural Centre, Room #39 For grades 7-12 Wednesday, February 11 Penguin Party 6:30 PM / Shore Cultural Centre, Room #39 This program is designed for young children and their families. Tuesday, February 17 Year of the Horse: A Chinese New Year Celebration 6:30 PM / Shore Cultural Centre, Room #39 This program is intended for children under 7 and their families. Wednesday, February 25 Kids Zine Zone 6:00 PM / Shore Cultural Centre, Room #39 For grades 3-6. APRIL Wednesday, April 8 NEA Bite Into Books - Bite by Bite: A Delicious Storytime Experience 6:00 PM / Shore Cultural Centre, Room #39 This storytime is for children ages 10 and under with their grown-ups. Tuesday, January 27 Family Trivia Night 6:30 PM / Shore Cultural Centre, Room #39 This program is intended for children in grades 3-8 and their families. 3 2 Adult Programs Youth Programs JANUARY Thursday, January 1 New Year’s Day – Library Closed Friday, January 2 New Year’s Goals – Fitness Technologies (Drop-in) 10:00 AM to 12:00 PM / Shore Cultural Centre, Room #41 Tuesday, January 13 Virtual Author Event – David Brooks author of How to Know a Person* 2:00 PM / register at libraryc.org/euclidlibrary Monday, January 19 Martin Luther King Jr Day (Observed) – Library Closed January 19 – February 28 Friends of Euclid Public Library Winter Reading Challenge Track your reading on the Beanstack app to win prizes! Tuesday, January 20 Virtual Author Event – Julia Hotz author of The Connection Cure* 2:00 PM / register at libraryc.org/euclidlibrary Monday, January 26 Monday Morning Movie – How to Train Your Dragon (2025) 10:15 AM / Shore Cultural Centre, Room #41 Wednesday, January 28 Thanks to Garrett Morgan – The Life and Times of Cleveland’s Inventor Extraordinaire Presented by Western Reserve Historical Society 6:30 PM / Shore Cultural Centre, Room #152 Wednesday, January 28 Virtual Author Event – Liz Moore author of The God of the Woods* 7:00 PM / register at libraryc.org/euclidlibrary Friday, January 30 Digital Drop-in 2:00 PM to 4:00 PM / Shore Cultural Centre, Room #41 FEBRUARY Thursday, February 5 Virtual Author Event – Vanessa Riley author of Fire Sword & Sea* 7:00 PM / register at libraryc.org/euclidlibrary Thursday, February 12 Virtual Author Event – Lindsey Stewart author of The Conjuring of America* 2:00 PM /register at libraryc.org/euclidlibrary Friday, February 13 Valentine’s Day Craft – Flower Tealight Decoration 10:00 AM / Shore Cultural Centre, Room #41 Monday, February 23 Monday Morning Movie – Sinners (2025) 10:15 AM / Shore Cultural Centre, Room #41 Tuesday, February 24 The Incredible History Behind the World’s Largest Museum with Smithsonian Curator Emeritus Tom Crouch* 2:00 PM / register at libraryc.org/euclidlibrary Tuesday, February 24 Lost Hidden Gems of Northeast Ohio: The Pheasant Run Airport & Aviation Museum 6:00 PM / Shore Cultural Centre, Room #41 Virtual Yoga with Melissa* Saturdays / 10:00 AM / Zoom Jan 10 Feb 14 Armchair Travel Series Jan 21 / 10:00 AM The Invisible Vegan (2019) Shore CC, Room #41 March 18 / 2:00 PM Shift Change (2012) Shore CC, Shore’s Landing Feb 11 / 3:30 PM Cuban Food Stories (2018) Shore CC, Room #41 April 15 / 2:00 PM Edible Paradise (2018) Shore CC, Shore’s Landing Family Fun Storytime January 6 to April 30 / 10:30 AM / Shore CC, Room #39 Every Tuesday and Thursday This program is intended for children under 7 and their families. Cybersecurity Bootcamp Shore Cultural Centre, Room #41 Wednesday, February 25 / 2:30 PM Digital Safety with the Scam Squad Thursday, February 26 / 2:30 PM Staying Safe and Secure: Cyber Security Bootcamp Friday, February 27 / 2:00 PM - 4:00 PM Digital Drop-in: Computer and Device Security Check-Up Family-Friendly Programs Youth aged 8 and under must be accompanied by a grown-up. Youth aged 9 and up may be dropped off at Room 39 by a grown-up. Banned Books Club Wednesdays / 6:00 PM /Shore CC Room #39 Jan 21 A Clockwork Orange by Anthony Burgess Feb 18 The Handmaid’s Tale by Margaret Atwood For Both Adults and Teens *Registration required. **Registration required; registration opens two weeks before class begins. Keep Calm & Carry Yarn Knitting Club Wednesdays / 4:00 PM / Shore CC, Room # 41 Jan 21 Feb 18 For Both Adults and Teens Scan the QR Code for access to the Zoom link.
475 E 185th Street | Euclid, OH 44119 Jan 19 - Feb 28 Track your reading on the Beanstack app to win prizes! Ohio Celebrates Toni Morrison Celebrate with us by reading these three Toni Morrison titles and more! OhioCelebratesToniMorrison.org 1979 West 25th Street, Cleveland, OH 44113 Saturday, February 28 10:00 AM - 2:00 PM West Side Market We’re kicking off BITE INTO BOOKS by giving away hundreds of copies of Bite by Bite and other foodforward reads. Visit our booth to get free books, share your food story, and learn about the programs and activities your local libraries are cooking up this spring. NEA Bite Into Books Kick-Off
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