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Book a Chat with the Chief

The Dream Hotel by Lalia Lalami
2026-03-12 19:00:00 2026-03-12 20:00:00 America/New_York Book a Chat with the Chief Join us for a book discussion led by Police Chief Lichman. Rocky River Public Library - Purple Room

Thursday, March 12
7:00pm - 8:00pm

Add to Calendar 2026-03-12 19:00:00 2026-03-12 20:00:00 America/New_York Book a Chat with the Chief Join us for a book discussion led by Police Chief Lichman. Rocky River Public Library - Purple Room

Join us for a book discussion led by Police Chief Lichman.

Led by Police Chief Lichman, read The Dream Hotel by Lalia Lalami and share your thoughts on what it means to be free from observation in the digital age, and the consequences of assumed criminal wrongdoing.

AGE GROUP: | Adults |

EVENT TYPE: | 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.  

Upcoming Events

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Learn the Lindy Hop
Tue, Feb 10, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium
This class will teach you the basic steps and patterns of this social dance - no partner or experience required!
Registration is now closed
Black Authors Book Discussion
Wed, Feb 11, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Green Room
Parable of the Sower by Octavia Butler
Paint a Mug Pop-Up - Personalize and Paint a Mug for Valentine's Day!
Thu, Feb 12, 10:30am - 12:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium
Get crafty and personalize a painted Valentine mug, to share with a sweetheart or keep yourself!
Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine & 400 Years of Black Women?s Magic - with Dr. Lindsey Stewart
Thu, Feb 12, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
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Dr. Lindsey Stewart?s book, The Conjuring of America: Mojos, Mermaids, Medicine, and 400 Years of Black Women?s Magic, tells the stories of generations of African-American women.
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Digital Drawing Group
Thu, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Training Room
Bring your own device and join other artists in this informal drawing group. All skill levels encouraged. Registration required. No virtual seats.
ESL Classes for Adult Learners
Thu, Feb 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Green Room
Strengthen your English skills in a supportive environment. These weekly classes are led by an experienced ESL trainer. Registration required.
Great Backyard Bird Count
Sat, Feb 14, 9:00am - 10:30am
Rocky River Park
Help identify, count, and share, the birds in our backyard; and help scientists better understand and protect birds around the world.
Android Devices - Roundtable Discussion Series
Sat, Feb 14, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Training Room
Join us for discussion and learning about your Android phones, tablets and internet-connected things. We will have something prepared for each session, but we can spend the whole time on your stuff!
Outback Ray's Amazing Animal Show - For families
Mon, Feb 16, 4:00pm - 4:45pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium (expanded)
Come join the adventure as Outback Ray introduces his menagerie of outstanding animals from near and far. Enjoy this interactive experience learning about a variety of species.
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Writer's Group of Rocky River
Tue, Feb 17, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Community Room
Now in person! New and experienced writers welcome. Have your work critiqued and give feedback to others. Registration required.
QR Codes Are Everywhere - Computer Breakfast Series
Wed, Feb 18, 10:00am - 11:30am
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium,Zoom B
QR Codes are everywhere but should you scan "that" QR CODE? Join us for this special program with guest speaker Tak Sato, as he demystifies and shares tips on QR CODES.
Steeped in Tea
Wed, Feb 18, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium
Tea is the world's most popular beverage. Travel in time from the discovery of tea 5,000 years ago to the American innovation of iced tea, and see how the brew seeped into cultures around the world.
ESL Classes for Adult Learners
Thu, Feb 19, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Green Room
Strengthen your English skills in a supportive environment. These weekly classes are led by an experienced ESL trainer. Registration required.
Trivia Night - Survivor (the reality TV show)
Thu, Feb 19, 7:00pm - 8:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium
Come and test your knowledge! Teams of up to six people admitted. Registration required.
Trivia Matinee - Survivor (the reality TV show)
Fri, Feb 20, 11:00am - 12:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium
Come and test your knowledge! Teams of up to six people admitted. Registration required.
Cricut Cutting Class - Create Bottle and Jar Stickers
Sat, Feb 21, 10:00am - 12:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Training Room
We will use Design Space to plan some bottle and jar labels that you can cut with our Cricut. Have a water bottle, jar or cup in mind? Bring it with you to help plan your Cricut application.
Minecraft Mania - For ages 8-12
Sat, Feb 21, 2:00pm - 3:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Purple Room
Do you love Minecraft? Want to create, invent, and play offline? Then join us for our Minecraft Mania where we?ll be taking the fun activities from the game and bringing them to life!
Understanding Alzheimer's Disease - Insights, Treatment Options, and the Role of Pharmacy Care
Mon, Feb 23, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium
An educational program about the role of pharmacy specialists in treating Alzheimer's disease.
Volunteens - For students in grades 7-12
Tue, Feb 24, 4:30pm - 5:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Purple Room
Want to volunteer at the Library? Now is your chance! Help the Youth Services Department with special projects like creating book recommendations, organizing, and decorating. We appreciate you!
Make Your Resume Stand Out
Tue, Feb 24, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Community Room
Hear from the recruiters! Learn what companies are looking for during the job application process.
ESL Classes for Adult Learners
Thu, Feb 26, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Green Room
Strengthen your English skills in a supportive environment. These weekly classes are led by an experienced ESL trainer. Registration required.
From the Vault Film Series - Bopha! (1993)
Thu, Feb 26, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Community Room
In apartheid-era South Africa, a Black police officer and his teenage son find themselves on opposite sides of a dangerous conflict. 1993.  PG-13, 122 minutes.
Movie Matinee - A Big Bold Beautiful Journey
Fri, Feb 27, 12:00pm - 2:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium
Our movie matinees feature a recently released film, shown in the auditorium. Monthly selections are updated as soon as possible.
Apple Devices - Roundtable Discussion Series
Sat, Feb 28, 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!
Google Gemini - AI Monday Series
Mon, Mar 02, 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 Google Gemini 2.5, called AI Mode.
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ESL Classes for Adult Learners
Thu, Mar 05, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Green Room
Strengthen your English skills in a supportive environment. These weekly classes are led by an experienced ESL trainer. Registration required.
Indie Int'l Film Festival
Mon, Mar 09, 6:30pm - 8:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Auditorium
Join us for an independent or foreign film.
ESL Classes for Adult Learners
Thu, Mar 12, 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Rocky River Public Library - Green Room
Strengthen your English skills in a supportive environment. These weekly classes are led by an experienced ESL trainer. Registration required.
Book a Chat with the Chief - The Dream Hotel by Lalia Lalami
Thu, Mar 12, 7:00pm - 8:00pm
Rocky River Public Library - Purple Room
Join us for a book discussion led by Police Chief Lichman.
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