Top Attractions in Aurora, OH

Museums, zoos, landmarks, and must-see attractions in Aurora, OH. The best spots for locals and visitors.

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Music Therapy & More

Mon, Apr 13, 10:30 PM–11:00 PM UTC · Parma-Snow Branch · 2121 Snow Rd, Parma, OH 44134, Parma, OH · Ages Up to 6

This program is designed for families and their children, ages 0 - 6 years, who have concerns about development. Join us for a hands-on program designed to teach families how to use music to improve their child's academic, motor, communication and social skills as well as behavior. This program is..

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Author Annie Zaleski

In 3 weeks · Wed, May 6, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Middleburg Heights Branch · 16699 Bagley Rd, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130, Middleburg Heights, OH

About the author: Annie Zaleski is a Cleveland, Ohio-based author, journalist, and editor. She is an award-winning writer with profiles, interviews, and criticism in a variety of publications. Bylines include Rolling Stone , NPR Music , The Guardian , Salon , Time , Billboard , The A.V. Club ,...

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Superhero Project Inspired Art Experience

In 1 week · Wed, Apr 22, 10:00 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Orange Branch · 31975 Chagrin Blvd, Pepper Pike, OH 44124, Pepper Pike, OH

CCPL - Superhero Project exhibit CAL - artist - adapted art activity OCER - 10 adults with disabilities Exhibit viewing 6 - 6:30, art activity 6:30 - 7:30

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Greater Cleveland Chorus Concert

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 25, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Middleburg Heights Branch · 16699 Bagley Rd, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130, Middleburg Heights, OH

Sit back and enjoy the outstanding barbershop and a cappella harmonies of the Greater Cleveland Chorus, part of the Sweet Adelines International organization! Registration required. Sponsored by the Friends of the Middleburg Heights Library. Greater Cleveland Chorus includes over 50 talented...

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Made in America: Functional Art in Early America

Tue, Jun 30, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Parma Heights Branch · 6206 Pearl Rd, Parma Heights, OH 44130, Parma Heights, OH

The Cleveland Museum of Art comes to you! Interact with authentic works of art from around the world and across 5,000 years of human history. We focus on objects as primary source material, witnesses to history that participants can handle and examine. Guided by their curiosity and wonder,...

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Cleveland's Asian Heritage and Festival

In 3 weeks · Thu, May 7, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Solon Branch · 34125 Portz Pkwy, Solon, OH 44139, Solon, OH

May is Asian Pacific American Heritage Month, and the Silk Road Cultural Collective will visit the Solon Branch, bringing an immersive “living history” program. Come to see and learn about armor demonstrations, traditional Chinese hanfu fashion, and cultural storytelling. Deepen your...

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Cuyahoga Valley Historical Museum

Cuyahoga Valley Historical Museum · 1775 Main St., Peninsula, OH

Cuyahoga Valley Historical Museum is a public branch library in Peninsula, OH. Open 780 hours per year across 52 weeks. The facility is 3,457 square feet.

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Tutus, Touring and Other Terrors!

In 3 weeks · Mon, May 4, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Mayfield Branch · 500 SOM Center Rd, Mayfield Village, OH 44143, Mayfield Village, OH

See other dates and locations for this program on our events calendar . Calling all dance lovers, drama fans, and curious minds! Join Nigel Burgoine, former principal dancer with the London Festival Ballet (now English National Ballet) and award-winning artistic director, for an unforgettable...

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Author Jack Marchbanks

Thu, Jun 18, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Garfield Heights Branch · 5409 Turney Rd, Garfield Heights, OH 44125, Garfield Heights, OH

About the author: Jack Marchbanks is a professional historian, lecturer, and longtime host of Jazz Sunday, a weekly three-hour radio program on 90.5 FM WCBE in Columbus, Ohio. He has written, narrated, and produced nationally broadcast public radio documentaries, including features on Sam Cooke and.

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Author Mary Kay Andrews

Mon, Jun 8, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Brooklyn Branch · 4480 Ridge Rd, Brooklyn, OH 44144, Brooklyn, OH

About the author: Mary Kay Andrews is The New York Times bestselling author of Bright Lights , Big Christmas , The Homewreckers , The Santa Suit , The Newcomer , Hello , Summer , Sunset Beach , The High Tide Club , The Beach House Cookbook , The Weekenders , Beach Town , Save the Date ,...

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Mother's Day Concert

In 4 weeks · Sun, May 10, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Beachwood Branch · 25501 Shaker Blvd, Beachwood, OH 44122, Beachwood, OH

Join us for a Mother's Day concert featuring the Yiddishe Cup mix of Motown and klezmer music, sponsored by the Beachwood Friends of the library.

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Art Exhibit Reception

In 3 weeks · Thu, May 7, 10:30 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Gates Mills Branch · 1491 Chagrin River Rd, Gates Mills, OH 44040, Gates Mills, OH

THE MAGIC AND MYSTERY OF TREES: Celebrating their “Wisdom” and Role as Essential Life-Givers The show will celebrate the diversity and visual poetry of trees in all of their stages--from saplings to seniors, single tree to forests. Each tree is one of a kind. The exhibition will focus...

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Music Therapy and More

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 25, 2:00 PM–2:30 PM UTC · Maple Heights Branch · 5225 Library Ln, Maple Heights, OH 44137, Maple Heights, OH · Ages Up to 6

This program is designed for families and their children (ages 0-6 years) with concerns in an area of development. Join us for a hands-on program designed to teach families how to use music to improve their child's academic, motor, communication and social skills as well as behavior. This program...

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Teen Makers-DIY Music Boxes

In 3 weeks · Thu, May 7, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · North Royalton Branch · 5071 Wallings Rd, North Royalton, OH 44133, North Royalton, OH · Ages 10–17

Create, explore and innovate every month with a new maker project. May's project is DIY music boxes. This program will use a wide variety of products. By participating in Cuyahoga County Public Library's (CCPL) programs, you are agreeing to the terms of CCPL's Release and Hold Harmless Agreement....

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Author Bob Spitz

In 3 weeks · Mon, May 4, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · Brooklyn Branch · 4480 Ridge Rd, Brooklyn, OH 44144, Brooklyn, OH

About the author: Bob Spitz is the award-winning author of the biographies Dearie: The Remarkable Life of Julia Child and The Beatles , both New York Times bestsellers, as well as seven other nonfiction books and a screenplay. He helped manage Bruce Springsteen and Elton John at crucial points in...

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Ohio Animal Adaptations

In 4 weeks · Mon, May 11, 7:30 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Warrensville Heights Branch · 4415 Northfield Rd, Warrensville Heights, OH 44128, Warrensville Heights, OH

All living things require the same basic needs in order to survive, but each species has unique adaptations to help them. Students will use animal beaks, skulls, and furs to figure out how local Ohio animals get their food in the wild. By comparing many Museum specimens, students will be able...

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Playwriting – From the Page to the Stage

Wed, Jun 10, 10:30 PM–12:30 AM UTC · South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch · 1876 S Green Rd, South Euclid, OH 44121, South Euclid, OH

In this workshop, you will learn the vocabulary of the theater, the structure and formatting of a traditional play, the importance of character and story arcs, as well as the value of critique and the rewrite/revision process. You will also learn how to network and build relationships in the...

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Surf's Up: Summer Beach Music

Mon, Jun 29, 11:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Middleburg Heights Branch · 16699 Bagley Rd, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130, Middleburg Heights, OH

Bill Brauning will take you back with the California Sound of the 1960's summer music which paved the way for so many fond memories. Sponsored by the Friends of Middleburg Heights Branch Library. Registration required.

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Festival of Frogs (And Toads)

In 5 days · Sat, Apr 18, 7:45 PM–8:30 PM UTC · Parma-Snow Branch · 2121 Snow Rd, Parma, OH 44134, Parma, OH

FROGS RULE! Discover the many species of frogs and toads that live in our area and how to ID them with our friends from the Metroparks plus hear a couple fun frog & toad stories and songs. All ages welcome--registration requested.

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A Festival of Frogs (And Toads)

In 5 days · Sat, Apr 18, 6:30 PM–7:15 PM UTC · Parma-Snow Branch · 2121 Snow Rd, Parma, OH 44134, Parma, OH

FROGS RULE! Discover the many species of frogs and toads that live in our area and how to ID them with our friends from the Metroparks plus hear a couple fun frog & toad stories and songs. All ages welcome--registration requested.

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Little Mozarts Music Club

In 4 days · Fri, Apr 17, 2:30 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Middleburg Heights Branch · 16699 Bagley Rd, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130, Middleburg Heights, OH

Registration is required. Please register each child separately. Participants may be recorded and/or surveyed to capture program’s effectiveness. More information can be found here .

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Author 'Pemi Aguda

Thu, May 21, 11:00 PM–12:00 AM UTC · South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch · 1876 S Green Rd, South Euclid, OH 44121, South Euclid, OH

The New Voices Series celebrates new and upcoming authors reflecting the breadth of human experience. The first 150 registrants will receive a complimentary copy of One Leg on Earth . Registrants must be present to receive their book. About the author: ’Pemi Aguda is the author of One Leg on...

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Toni Morrison: Her Way with Words

Wed, Jun 17, 10:30 PM–11:30 PM UTC · Maple Heights Branch · 5225 Library Ln, Maple Heights, OH 44137, Maple Heights, OH

This interactive workshop honors the power and beauty of language in Toni Morrison’s canon. Bring your favorite Toni Morrison book to discuss. Michelle Rankins, founder/president of M. Rankins Creative Enterprises, LLC, is a published poet, creative professional, and an educator for over 20...

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Urban Air Akron: Sensory Friendly Play

Happening now · Mar 14 – Jun 12 · Urban Air Akron · 160 Rothrock Loop, Akron, OH

An event specifically designed for children with Autism and special needs to enjoy time at the park without loud music,...

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S.T.E.A.M. Punk Art (Teen Series)- Zoetrope Animations

Fri, Jun 5, 3:00 PM–4:30 PM UTC · Gates Mills Branch · 1491 Chagrin River Rd, Gates Mills, OH 44040, Gates Mills, OH · Ages 10–17

Want to know how to make an animated GIF without a computer? Come create your own old-school animations and learn about the optical illusions that move them!

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Music, Dance & Theatre Extravaganza!

Tue, Jun 30, 6:00 PM–7:30 PM UTC · Beachwood Branch · 25501 Shaker Blvd, Beachwood, OH 44122, Beachwood, OH

Join the Beck Center for the Arts for a trio arts sampler workshop. Young artists of all types will participate in 30-minute rotations of Music, Dance, and Theater. Beck Center for the Arts is a non-profit, performing arts and arts education organization dedicated to inspiring and enriching the...

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Friends of the Library Book Sale-Teachers-20% discount w/ID

In 1 week · Fri, Apr 24, 1:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Solon Branch · 34125 Portz Pkwy, Solon, OH 44139, Solon, OH

Support the Friends of the Solon Branch and grow your home library at the same time! Browse an incredible selection of books for all ages, along with DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks, and more.

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Friends of the Library Book Sale - Member Preview Night

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 23, 11:00 PM–12:30 AM UTC · Solon Branch · 34125 Portz Pkwy, Solon, OH 44139, Solon, OH

Support the Friends of the Solon Branch and grow your home library at the same time! Browse an incredible selection of books for all ages, along with DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks, and more.

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Urban Air University Heights: Sensory Friendly Play

Happening now · Mar 14 – Jun 12 · Urban Air University Heights · 2203 Warrensville Center Rd, University Heights, OH

An event specifically designed for children with Autism and special needs to enjoy time at the park without loud music,...

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Windows of Hope: A Joy-Filled Art Project

Thu, May 21, 6:00 PM–7:00 PM UTC · Parma-Snow Branch · 2121 Snow Rd, Parma, OH 44134, Parma, OH

See other dates and locations for this program on our events calendar . Imagine being in a room with one window—what view would keep your spirit alive? In this program, participants will create a layered collage made of stacked frames, creating the illusion of looking through a window to the...

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Friends of the Library Book Sale - Half-Price Day

In 1 week · Sat, Apr 25, 1:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · Solon Branch · 34125 Portz Pkwy, Solon, OH 44139, Solon, OH

Support the Friends of the Solon Branch and grow your home library at the same time! Browse an incredible selection of books for all ages, along with DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks, and more.

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Writing With Vision Loss

Sat, Jun 13, 7:00 PM–8:30 PM UTC · South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch · 1876 S Green Rd, South Euclid, OH 44121, South Euclid, OH

This session is designed for writers who are living with vision loss and still feel the pull to create. Writing is still possible. It may simply look different than before. We will explore how creativity can continue to thrive by adapting methods, tools, and mindset. Participants will gain an...

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Friends of the Library Book Sale - Bag Day

In 1 week · Sun, Apr 26, 5:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Solon Branch · 34125 Portz Pkwy, Solon, OH 44139, Solon, OH

Support the Friends of the Solon Branch and grow your home library at the same time! Browse an incredible selection of books for all ages, along with DVDs, music CDs, audiobooks, and more.

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ReFreshing Memories:

In 2 days · Wed, Apr 15, 6:00 PM–7:30 PM UTC · South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch · 1876 S Green Rd, South Euclid, OH 44121, South Euclid, OH

A program for individuals with cognitive decline and their families. To register, please call 216-692-4221. Location will be in rooms A, B & C. The Prom will be offsite at CPL's MLK Branch on 8/19.

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Kindergarten Countdown

In 4 days · Fri, Apr 17, 2:00 PM–3:00 PM UTC · Chagrin Falls Branch · 100 E Orange St, Chagrin Falls, OH 44022, Chagrin Falls, OH

Join us as we help your child build kindergarten readiness skills in a program aligned to Ohio's Early Childhood Standards. 3/20 Art of Celebration; 4/17 Goal Setting; 5/15 Counting

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Paint a Vinyl Record

Wed, May 13, 7:00 PM–8:00 PM UTC · Richmond Heights Branch · 5235 Wilson Mills Rd, Richmond Heights, OH 44143, Richmond Heights, OH

School age Kids can repurpose old vinyl records by painting their own designs and creations Come and paint your own creations on recycled vinyl records! All material is provided.

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Light Up Mother's Day Cards

In 3 weeks · Wed, May 6, 8:00 PM–9:00 PM UTC · South Euclid-Lyndhurst Branch · 1876 S Green Rd, South Euclid, OH 44121, South Euclid, OH

Create your own light-up card to give to a special someone on Mother's Day. Please register each participant separately.

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Summertime Sing-along

Sat, Jun 6, 2:00 PM–2:45 PM UTC · Mayfield Branch · 500 SOM Center Rd, Mayfield Village, OH 44143, Mayfield Village, OH

Participants may be recorded and/or surveyed to capture program’s effectiveness. More information can be found here. No registration needed.

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Adapted Adult Get Together

In 1 week · Thu, Apr 23, 3:00 PM–4:00 PM UTC · Middleburg Heights Branch · 16699 Bagley Rd, Middleburg Heights, OH 44130, Middleburg Heights, OH · Ages 18+

Adults 18+ with caregiver. Join us for fun, adapted programs featuring stories, art, music, and more, specifically designed for adults with developmental disabilities and their caregivers. Registration requested.