2026 Spring Program Guide

Easter Egg-stravaganza Thursday, April 2nd, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Hop on over for a festive celebration filled with music, games, crafts, and an egg-citing Easter egg hunt! Families will dance, play, create, and hunt for eggs in a joyful, hands-on experience. Ohio Animal Adaptations: Teeth, Beaks, and Furs Wednesday, April 15th, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Presented by the Cleveland Museum of Natural History. Participants will explore animal beaks, skulls, and furs to learn how Ohio animals adapt to survive in their environments. WonderWiggle Story Time Wednesdays, April 22nd & May 27th, 2026 10:30 am - 11:30 am A playful mix of stories, music, movement, and creative fun featuring puppets, sing-alongs, parachute games, and interactive activities. Supports early literacy using the *Every Child Ready to Read* approach. Southern Mother’s Day Brunch Saturday, May 2nd, 2026 12:00 pm - 2:00 pm Celebrate the special women in your life at our 5th Annual Mother’s Day Celebration. This Southern-themed brunch honors moms, grandmothers, caregivers, and loving mother figures. Designed for youth ages 12 and under and their families, the event features entertainment, games, crafts, literacy activities, prizes, and giveaways. Spring attire encouraged. Registration required. Call (216) 541-4128 ext. 6259. Tween Magic: Our Stories, Our Voices Thursday, May 7th, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm A creative storytelling circle for girls ages 11 - 13, presented by Lake Erie Ink in partnership with the East Cleveland Public Library. Through six one-hour sessions held between May and October, participants will explore poetry and personal storytelling centered on identity, social-emotional learning, and sisterhood. The program culminates in a community Story Walk celebrating youth voices. Bodyworks: Explore Your Super-Machine! Thursday, May 14th, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Discover how your body works through hands-on exploration of anatomical models and museum specimens. Learn how major organ systems work together to keep you healthy and strong. Day at the Met: Community Prom Saturday, May 23rd, 2026 1:00 pm - 4:00 pm ECPL’s first Community Prom, inspired by the Met Gala theme “Sunday Best.” Enjoy a Hair & Style Showcase, Red-Carpet Arrival, music, dancing, and light refreshments. Presented by C&B Event Planning, LLC. RSVP required. Call (216) 541-4128 ext. 6259. Scoops & Screen: An Ice Cream Social Saturday, May 23rd, 2026 4:00 pm - 5:00 pm Cool off and enjoy a sweet treat with us! Relax with friends while savoring a variety of delicious ice cream flavors and enjoying a book-to-movie themed screening. Come get the full scoop! 4 Children’s

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