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Free For All: the Public Library
2025-05-05 19:00:00 2025-05-05 20:30:00 America/New_York Free For All: the Public Library From PBS's Independent Lens series, this documentary shows how public libraries shaped the country and continue to be a sanctuary for Americans everywhere. Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium

Monday, May 05
7:00pm - 8:30pm

Add to Calendar 2025-05-05 19:00:00 2025-05-05 20:30:00 America/New_York Free For All: the Public Library From PBS's Independent Lens series, this documentary shows how public libraries shaped the country and continue to be a sanctuary for Americans everywhere. Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium

From PBS's Independent Lens series, this documentary shows how public libraries shaped the country and continue to be a sanctuary for Americans everywhere.

From PBS’s Independent Lens series, with support from Indie Lens Pop Up and Ideastream, this documentary tells the story of the quiet revolutionaries who made a simple idea happen. From the pioneering women behind the “Free Library Movement” to today’s librarians who service the public despite working in a contentious age of closures and book bans, meet those who created a civic institution where everything is free and the doors are open to all.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | General |

TAGS: | AGE 19+ |

Rocky River Public Library
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Rocky River Public Library is an independent public library and partcipating member of the CLEVNET consortium.  The library has been serving the community of Rocky River since 1928.  

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Making eBooks
Wed, May 27, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Training Room,Zoom B
Learn the Essentials of planning, formatting, and exporting professional eBooks ready for digital distribution. Registration required.
Mindful Moments - Walking Meditation
Thu, May 28, 5:00pm - 6:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Purple Room
Join us as we recognize and honor Mental Health Awareness Month. Each Thursday in May, we'll learn about four techniques that can affect your mental health in a positive way. Registration required.
On the Heels of Dinosaurs - Fossil Tracks and What They Reveal
Thu, May 28, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium
Local fossils expert Glen Kuban of the North Coast Fossil Club will share his extensive first-hand research on dinosaur tracks, as well as an overview of fossils in Ohio.
Summer Reading Kick-Off
Sat, May 30, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Library Lawn
Join us Saturday and together we can Unearth a Story by digging into budding archaeology skills. We'll find those dinosaurs and play a variety of lawn games.
Spice Club
Mon, Jun 01, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Rocky River Public Library
Spice up your life!
Read with Pride
Mon, Jun 01, 6:30pm - 7:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Purple Room
Join us as we share stories, songs, and rhymes about inclusion, acceptance, and love.
Perplexity AI - AI Monday Series
Mon, Jun 01, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Training Room,Zoom B
Artificial intelligences are coming into their own as powerful work tools. Join us the first Monday of each month to learn about AI products. This month we explore Perplexity AI.
Read with Pride
Tue, Jun 02, 10:15am - 10:45am
Rocky River Public Library - Purple Room
Join us as we share stories, songs, and rhymes about inclusion, acceptance, and love.
Dino Bingo - For Teens
Tue, Jun 02, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Purple Room
Are you a teen that likes bingo and Starbucks? Come to the library for a chance to win a $5.00 Starbucks gift card. Participants are limited to one gift card win but will be able to win other prizes.
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Fri, Jun 05, 9:00am - 10:00am
New date Monday, June 01, 9:00am - 9:00pm
Rocky River Public Library
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Adapted Storytime
Sat, Jun 06, 11:00am - 11:45am
Rocky River Public Library - Purple Room
Children with varying learning styles and abilities learn together in a supportive environment. This storytime is designed for children who may not be successful in a typical storytime experience.
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Indie International Film Festival
Mon, Jun 08, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium
Join us for an independent or foreign film.
Using Hiking and Trail Apps - Computer Breakfast Series
Wed, Jun 10, 10:00am - 11:30am
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium,Zoom B
Explore hiking and trail apps by focusing on the Ohio to Erie and Buckeye Trails, Ohio's two longest trails. Learn to track your progress and share how America gets outside.
Apple Devices - Roundtable Discussion Series
Sat, Jun 13, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Training Room
Join us for discussion and learning about your Apple phones, tablets and internet-connected things. We will have something prepared for each session, but we can spend the whole time on your stuff!
Masterminds - for students completing grades 4-6
Tue, Jun 16, 3:30pm - 4:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium
Join us for to compete both individually and as teams to complete a series of challenges designed to test your wit, problem-solving skills, creativity, and ingenuity.
Masterminds - for students completing grades 7-12
Tue, Jun 16, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium (expanded)
Join us to compete both individually and as teams to complete a series of challenges designed to test your wit, problem-solving skills, creativity, and ingenuity.
Juneteenth - For school-age children & their families
Tue, Jun 16, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium (expanded)
Celebrate Juneteenth! On June 19,1865, enslaved people in Texas finally heard that they were free. Our guest, Jackkia the Storyteller, will present unique storytelling and music.
Teen Painting Party
Thu, Jun 18, 3:00pm - 5:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium
Join Art Me Party to create your own painting project. All supplies will be provided, but painting clothes are recommended. Afterwards, get a picture of your art with your friends in the photo booth!
Cricut Cutting Class - Independence Day Pinwheel
Sat, Jun 20, 1:00pm - 4:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Training Room
Create a pinwheel using the Cricut for the 250th anniversary of our country this year!
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