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Did you know that July is National Anti-Boredom Month? One good way to fight boredom is exploring one of the Cleveland Metroparks. With over 25,000 acres in 18 reservations, there is a lot to keep you busy. Today’s photograph (taken in the late 1930s) is a ground-level view looking up at Hilliard Road Bridge. The drive below is part of the Cleveland Metroparks Rocky River Reservation.

Subject Cleveland Collection. Photographer: Unknown. Source: The Plain Dealer

On July 22, 1796, a group of surveyors (including a fellow named Moses Cleaveland) from the Connecticut Land Company arrived at the site of what today is Cleveland, Ohio, so in honor of Cleveland’s coming 228th birthday, today’s 1927 photo shows Cleveland when it was merely 131 years old. Note the steel frame of the unfinished Terminal Tower looming in the center of the image.

Cleveland Picture Collection. Photographer: Unknown. Source: Ohio Bell Telephone Co.
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West Park Campus has been transformed into a putting green for one day only! Each hole is themed after a beloved children’s book. Swing by till 6 p.m. and try your hand at a hole in one! ⛳️

Today’s photo takes us to the Union-Miles Park neighborhood in 1985 to a busy intersection at Union Ave. and East 93rd St.

Cleveland City Hall Collection. Photographer: Unknown. Source: Cleveland City Hall

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Don't let the rain dampen your creativity! 🌧 With Rebecca Louise Law's guidance at the ArtBox, our visitors turned nature's palette into their personal masterpiece. Inspired by 'The Archive,' each piece is a unique interpretation of nature's textures, colors and forms. 🎨🍃

Rome wasn't built in a day, and neither was The Archive! On July 10, witness the journey of its making through the lens of a short film📽️

Secure your spot by registering here: https://bit.ly/3RWwRGN

Discover the beauty of nature's offerings in a new light with Rebecca Louise Law's art-making workshop! ✨ Find us at ArtBox Asiatown on July 9th. Learn more about this unique experience at cpl.org. 🎨

Exciting news, art lovers! Creator of The Archive exhibit at Brett Hall, Rebecca Louise Law, returns to Cleveland for two special events. Don't miss out! Learn more at cpl.org 🎨🖌️

Today’s photo taken in the 1980s is an example of a nice way to celebrate July 4th in Cleveland: A trip with family and friends to Edgewater Park.

Subject Cleveland Collection. Photographer: David I. Andersen Source: Plain Dealer

📷 Cleveland Public Library, Photograph Collection

A huge round of applause for our Executive Director, CEO, Felton Thomas, Jr.! He's the proud recipient of the 2024 ALA Equality Award from the American Library Association. This award honors those who stand for equality, affirmative action, legislative work, and non-sexist education. 🏆🎉

Didn't get a chance to see the filming of the new Superman movie? Don't get your spandex in a bunch, fly to Main Library to check out our Superman Exhibit!

Superman memorabilia permanently lives at the Cleveland library Filming is wrapping up for the “Genesis” movie, but Clevelanders can enjoy the excitement of Superman in Cleveland in the downtown library.

In Cleveland, summertime porch hang-outs are the best! This photo takes us back to August of 1968 to a porch in the Woodland Hills neighborhood. Whether it is on a porch, in a coffeehouse or library, we hope the photo inspires you to create your own hang-out in your community!

Cleveland City Hall Collection. Photographer: Unknown. Source: Cleveland City Hall

📷 Cleveland Public Library, Photograph Collection

We're bringing the books to you! This morning, our Community Engagement Manager, Isabelle sat down with Natalie Herbick on New Day Cleveland to talk about all the places you can find us this summer. 📍☀️ 📚

https://fox8.com/video/new-day-cleveland-cleveland-public-library/9817286/

Due to filming downtown, the Main Library and Louis Stokes Wing will be closed to the public today, June 24. The Main Library drive-up window on Rockwell Ave. will remain open from 7 a.m. to 7 p.m.

If you build it, they will come. Meet Christopher Busta-Peck, children's librarian, local historian, and LEGO champion of creativity at the Langston Hughes branch. His inspiring dedication makes building a joyful tool of expression and engineering for kids and the forever young!

The branch vs. the one they told you not to worry about. From the ordinary to extraordinary! Join us to celebrate the grand unveiling of the reimagined Rockport Library. This Saturday, June 22 at noon. Don't miss out on the excitement! 🎉📚

June 22, 1969 marks the date Cleveland and the burning Cuyahoga River made the national news, but this photo from 1952 shows the river has had quite the combustible past. Taken from the Jefferson Ave. Bridge, the photo shows firefighters trying to keep the oil fire from moving downstream.

Subject Cleveland Collection. Photographer: Unknown. Source: The Plain Dealer
📷 Cleveland Public Library, Photograph Collection

Embracing and honoring history on this Juneteenth! Reminder: All library locations remain closed today in celebration of the holiday.

Toasting to all those who poured into the Eastman Reading Garden at Main Library to show love for the amazing master blender Victoria Eady Butler last night! 🥃 Special Thanks to Uncle Nearest Premium Whiskey for sponsoring and hosting the whiskey tasting with Victoria Eady Butler.

Today’s 1937 photo of the Cleveland Public Library’s Lorain Branch is a reminder to stop by your local library and explore upcoming Juneteenth programs and much more!

Cleveland Picture Collection. Photographer: Unknown. Source: Library print

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Say goodbye to FOMO! The Archive at the downtown Cleveland library just got more accessible with added Sunday viewing hours.🌸🏵️

Cleveland library visitors immerse in thousands of dried flowers An art exhibit at the downtown Cleveland library features more than 500,000 dried flowers hanging from the ceiling.

Today, the year is 1947 and we are on Waterloo Road waiting for a bus. We see a bit of the marquee of the Abby Theater on the right. The Abby Theater was located at 15511 Waterloo Road.

Subject Cleveland Collection. Photographer: Unknown. Source: Cleveland News
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Today’s street scene from the past takes us to the year 1963 and we are at 8623-27 Quincy Avenue in the Fairfax neighborhood.

Cleveland City Hall Collection. Photographer: Unknown. Source: Cleveland City Hall
📷 Cleveland Public Library, Photograph Collection

Join us June 15, from 11 am - 12 pm, for a Rain Barrel Workshop. The workshop is FREE. There is a cost for the Rain Barrel if you would like to order one, which you can pick up at the library on the day of the program. Please see registration information on the program flyer. Contact the Eastman Campus at 216-623-6955 for details.

Join us Tuesday, April 9, from 4-5:30 to celebrate National Unicorn Day!

Three weeks from today (2/22 at 4:00PM) is the kick-off of our first Cozy with Christie Book Club. Get acquainted with Agatha Christie. Call Katy at the Eastman Campus, 216-623-6955 for more information. This Book Club will meet monthly. Registration is not required. Bring a friend!

Come visit our children's Comfort and Calm Sensory Space the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month from 12-1.

Looking to reduce stress and anxiety in the New Year? Join us for Mindful Journaling this Thursday, January 4, from 4-5. All materials will be supplied. Registration is not required.

Our new Comfort and Calm Sensory Space is available the 2nd and 4th Wednesdays of each month, from 12-1. The space is designed for children with sensory sensitivities, anxieties, and overstimulating moments. Contact the Eastman Campus for more information at 216-623-6955.

We're back! The Eastman Campus reopened on Saturday, October 28. We are ramping up our programming- going into 2024. Join us for our fun, relaxing rock painting experience on Wednesday, January 17, at 4:00. Bring a friend!

We had a great turnout for our Fall Kite Flying program at Halloran Park yesterday. The weather was perfect! Thank you so much to the wonderful Halloran Park staff for their help promoting and hosting this program.

It looks like a perfect day to fly a kite. Join us today at Halloran Park, 4-5:30 to make and fly your own kite! Kite supplies will be provided. Halloween candy, too! Halloran Park

Tomorrow, 10/19, at 5:30. See details below.

Please join us for the Share-A-Meal Wednesday, October 19 at 5:30 pm in the parking lot as a drive-through. We encourage all to come and pick up a delicious meal TO - GO. All are welcome - bring your family and friends, there are no residency requirements. We look forward to seeing you there!

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