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Dining Out with Erik Piepenburg

Author Visit
2025-06-18 19:00:00 2025-06-18 20:00:00 America/New_York Dining Out with Erik Piepenburg Join author Erik Piepenburg, originally from Cleveland, as he discusses his new book Dining Out. Copies will be available for sale. Rocky River Public Library -

Wednesday, June 18
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2025-06-18 19:00:00 2025-06-18 20:00:00 America/New_York Dining Out with Erik Piepenburg Join author Erik Piepenburg, originally from Cleveland, as he discusses his new book Dining Out. Copies will be available for sale. Rocky River Public Library -

Join author Erik Piepenburg, originally from Cleveland, as he discusses his new book Dining Out. Copies will be available for sale.

Erik Piepenburg has been writing for the New York Times since 2004, covering LGBTQ+ issues, film, theater, television, food and travel. His writing has also appeared in The Los Angeles Times, Time Out New York, the Chicago Reader, Out Magazine, and other publications. Originally and proudly from Cleveland, he lives with his partner in New York City.

Dining Out explores how gay people came of age, came out, and fought for their rights not just in gay bars or the streets, but in restaurants, from cruisy urban cafeterias of the 1920s to mom-and-pop diners that fed the Stonewall generation to the intersectional hotspots of the early 21st century. Using archival material, original reporting and interviews, and first-person accounts, Erik Piepenburg explores how LGBTQ+ restaurants shaped, and continue to shape, generations of gay Americans. 

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | History and Genealogy | Books and Authors |

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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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Wed, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium
Learn how and where to discover some of your home?s hidden stories.  Presented by Dr. Suzanne Seifert .
Bill of Obligations - Summer Civics Book Discussion
Wed, Jun 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Community Room
In partnership with the Rocky River League of Women Voters, we will discuss the book The Bill of Obligations: The Ten Habits of Good Citizens by Richard N. Haass.
Art World on Film - Boom for Real
Thu, Jun 12, 6:30pm - 8:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Community Room
Boom for Real: the Late Teenage Years of Jean-Michel Basquiat. Chronicles the vibrant and diverse street art scene that emerged in Manhattan's Lower East Side in the late '70s and early '80s.
American Red Cross Blood Drive
Fri, Jun 13, 10:30am - 3:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium
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Canva for Business Owners
Sat, Jun 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Training Room,Zoom B
Use Canva to create compelling social media posts and fliers to promote your business. Learn tricks to create eye-catching event fliers, colorfully advertise new services, products and more
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Wed, Jun 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium,Zoom B
Something?s phish-y! Get an overview of the latest digital scams and phishing schemes, with exercises on how to identify them, tips for staying safe, and resources for recovering from incidents.
Dining Out with Erik Piepenburg - Author Visit
Wed, Jun 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Rocky River Public Library
Join author Erik Piepenburg, originally from Cleveland, as he discusses his new book Dining Out. Copies will be available for sale.
Chalk Party! - For families
Fri, Jun 20, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Rocky River Park
Join us off-site at Rocky River Park to decorate the community with chalk art!
The Art of Color
Sat, Jun 21, 10:00am - 11:30am
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium
Color Your World with a painting class taught by Art House Inc.
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iPhone Photography Workshop
Mon, Jun 23, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium
Unlock the full potential of your Apple iPhone camera. Learn about lighting, portrait modes, and editing techniques. Bring your Apple iPhone for hands-on practice. No virtual seats available.
Library Lawn Concerts
Wed, Jun 25, 5:00pm - 7:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Library Lawn
Grab a picnic blanket or a chair and join us outside! Purchase dinner from a food truck and enjoy live music on our lawn.
Trivia Night - Color Our World
Thu, Jun 26, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium (expanded)
Test your knowledge! Teams of up to six people admitted. Refreshments will be served and prizes will be awarded. Registration required.
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Fri, Jun 27, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium
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Fri, Jun 27, 2:30pm - 3:30pm
Linden Park
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Wed, Jul 02, 3:00pm - 4:55pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium
Join us to watch The Wild Robot. No registration required for the movie.
Adapted Storytime
Sat, Jul 05, 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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Curbside Crafts to Go - for families
Mon, Jul 07, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Rocky River Public Library
Beat the heat and pick up a packet by the front door with directions and supplies to make a cool summer craft. Have fun, be festive, and create at home. All you need is a glue stick.
Using Templates in Office Apps
Wed, Jul 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Training Room,Zoom B
If you're recreating parts of a document over and over, make a template! Learn to create templates in Google and Microsoft apps. Make your process more efficient by avoiding repetitive work!
Balancing Your Budget with Excel
Thu, Jul 10, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
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Microsoft Excel is a powerful tool that can also help you to manage your money. Learn essential budget management tips using Excel to help you balance your finances effectively.
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