The annual Northeast Ohio Parent Choice Awards seeks to gather the opinions of local parents on everything family-friendly in the region. Our readers and online followers voted for their favorite businesses, attractions, family services and more.
Here are the winner and runners-up in the “best library” category.
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Winner: Lakewood Public Library
This library offers a wide variety of unique extended learning opportunities. From youth programs for infants to teens, it really has something for all ages and abilities. Families and their children can participate in events such as storytimes, camps, literacy programs, book clubs, tutoring, homework help and future planning, special presentations, performances and more. It is also a Connecting for Kids partner, which provides education, resources and support to families with or without a formal diagnosis.
lakewoodpubliclibrary.org
Runners-Up:
Cleveland Public Library
With multiple branches around Cleveland, CPL provides resources including special events, exhibits and classes. Families, children and teens can enjoy the library’s public performance spaces, the TechCentral Makerspace, storytimes, gaming and esports with CPL Play, online courses, book discussions and author visits. CPL also offers meal services, tutoring and homework help.
cpl.org
Orange Public Library
A Cuyahoga Library branch in Pepper Pike, Orange Public Library offers a children’s area that features artwork from the book “Aesop’s Fables” by illustrator Jerry Pinkey, as well as a display dollhouse. Families, children and teens can also enjoy hands-on activities and events including the Orange Branch Storywalk, which runs through the pollinator garden behind the library.
cuyahogalibrary.org/branches/orange
Twinsburg Library
The library provides a multitude of resources for children of all ages and abilities. It is a KultureCity Certified Sensory Inclusive venue. Families can find storytimes, do interactive activities, and request books in different languages. Teens and tweens are encouraged to use the library not only for books, but a safe environment to hang out with friends and a quiet place to study.
twinsburglibrary.org