Images of war rarely include green and growing things. It may surprise you to learn that botany and horticulture played an important role in both World War I and World War II. From victory gardens to milkweed drives, with stories from the battlefield and our own backyards, this presentation will examine how plants have helped us mobilize […]
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All four Willoughby-Eastlake library locations are partnering with Storypie, a locally built, cutting-edge educational storytelling app for kids ages 3-12. To celebrate, every WEPL cardholder can unlock an extra free Storypie story, either from home or right inside the library. What Is Storypie? Storypie is a Cleveland-born education-through-storytelling app that turns screen time into learning […]
Bare Root Rose Season is here. On Mon., Dec. 1, 6:30 pm at Eastlake Library, find out the tips and tricks to help find the rose you are looking for and what it takes to grow a healthy rose. Register here. Caring for Roses: Roses by Michael Marriott Every Day Roses: How to Grow Knock […]
Hello, fellow anime fans! In November, everyone is thinking about Thanksgiving, friends, and holiday stress. This month, we’re embracing the concepts of family and togetherness with (*insert dramatic drumroll here*) the mafia! Okay, not exactly the mafia itself, but some anime and manga that have bits and elements of the mafia and yakuza in them. […]
On Wed., Nov. 19, 6:30 pm at Willoughby Library, reenactor Pete Booth with give a talk on the Invasion of Normandy and share several of the artifacts he has collected throughout the years related to the battle. Register here. Here are a few related materials to check out before or after the program! Nonfiction D-Day: […]
November is National Native American Heritage Month. On Wed., Nov. 10, 6:30 pm, join a librarian as they share their recommendations for books written by indigenous authors and documentaries that focus on Native American experiences. This is an online event that can be viewed with a phone, tablet, or other connected device. To watch, visit Willoughby-Eastlake Public Library’s […]
Welcome to the November edition of Books, Board Games, and More with Bryn! This month, we’re embracing cozy vibes. Some of these you may already know, some you may not. Either way, there’s plenty to explore from the comfort of your home! Harvest Moon Cozy games have become extremely popular in the last few years, but they have been around for longer than […]
This blog post is in anticipation of the As the Stage Turned – The Front Row Theatre program at Willowick Library on Tues., Nov. 11, 6:30 – 8 pm. Jeannie Emser Schultz, the venue’s longtime former director of marketing and publicity, has written a memoir capturing the star power and draw of the Front Row. […]
Hello, fellow grown up anime and manga fans! My name is Bryn and I am back with more recommendations for you to read/watch this month of October! To start things off with a treat… My first rec is a manga series! Wotakoi: Love is Hard for Otaku is a romantic comedy that follows a cast […]
Welcome to the next installation of Books, Board Games, and More with Bryn! This month I am focusing on the wide world of Resident Evil. It’s spooky season, so let’s get zombified! As you may or may not know, Resident Evil is a video game that originally came out in 1996. Paving the way for […]
Willoughby-Eastlake Public Library is on the November 4 ballot as Issue 21. This is a 2 mill renewal levy. Homeowners pay $41.00 per year, which is $3.42 per month, per $100 thousand assessed property value. This is not a tax increase. The levy comprises 42% of our operating budget and is essential for the library’s […]
