About
Located in the Buckeye-Larchmere neighborhood near Shaker Square, Rice Branch is surrounded by an active arts community. Rice offers free wifi and public computers with Internet access. Printing, copying, scanning, and faxing services are available for a fee. The library’s meeting rooms are often used for art displays and musical performances. Parking is free.
History & Architecture
Rice Branch was first established as a school library at Harvey Rice School and then a storefront on Buckeye Road. After becoming a library branch in 1927, a new building was constructed on East 116th Street. The current branch on Shaker Boulevard was built in 2010.
Inside, high ceilings and wood beams evoke sophistication and warmth. Outside, red brick pays homage to the original branch design while a curtain of tall glass reflects the images of the neighborhood.
Special Features
- The Learning Center at Rice Branch seats approximately 18 people in an environment ideal for educating. This space is equipped with a laptop, projector, and an interactive SmartBoard and can be reserved for open group meetings and small gatherings.
- The Learning Center offers Cleveland Metropolitan School District textbooks and a strong collection of educational books for the GED and TABE. Rice also has a large audio/video collection and a wide selection of popular magazines.
- Rice features a well-balanced collection for all ages, included a growing and dedicated teen/YA collection.
Events and Exhibitions
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Thursday, April 18 | 2:30 pm
Youth DJing 101 & 102 with Soundbender Institute
Rice
Learn DJing in free workshops from Cleveland's Premire Urban DJ institute, Soundbender Institute: 8 weeks of hands-on learning from professional DJ's for kids aes 10 – 17. (Space is limited. Registration is required.)
DJ 101 – In Soundbenders Dj 101, you’ll learn the basics of our 4 Pillars of Dj’ing. Soundbender Institute provides dj equipment for all students to learn on. This course will focus on the fundamentals of DJ Equiptment, building your DJ Library, basic mix theory and scratch techniques.
DJ 102 – Soundbenders DJ 102 builds upon the 4 Pillars of Dj’ing learned in our popular Dj 101 Course. Soundbender Institute provides equipment for all students to learn on.
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Thursday, April 25 | 2:30 pm
Youth DJing 101 & 102 with Soundbender Institute
Rice
Learn DJing in free workshops from Cleveland's Premire Urban DJ institute, Soundbender Institute: 8 weeks of hands-on learning from professional DJ's for kids aes 10 – 17. (Space is limited. Registration is required.)
DJ 101 – In Soundbenders Dj 101, you’ll learn the basics of our 4 Pillars of Dj’ing. Soundbender Institute provides dj equipment for all students to learn on. This course will focus on the fundamentals of DJ Equiptment, building your DJ Library, basic mix theory and scratch techniques.
DJ 102 – Soundbenders DJ 102 builds upon the 4 Pillars of Dj’ing learned in our popular Dj 101 Course. Soundbender Institute provides equipment for all students to learn on.
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Wednesday, May 1 | 3 pm
My Digital Life: Mouse and Keyboard
Rice
You do not need to be the best at using the keyboard to use a computer; there are several things that you should know how to do to make it easier. Join our virtual students as they and you learn the basics of using a keyboard and mouse to use their computer.
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Thursday, May 2 | 2:30 pm
Youth DJing 101 & 102 with Soundbender Institute
Rice
Learn DJing in free workshops from Cleveland's Premire Urban DJ institute, Soundbender Institute: 8 weeks of hands-on learning from professional DJ's for kids aes 10 – 17. (Space is limited. Registration is required.)
DJ 101 – In Soundbenders Dj 101, you’ll learn the basics of our 4 Pillars of Dj’ing. Soundbender Institute provides dj equipment for all students to learn on. This course will focus on the fundamentals of DJ Equiptment, building your DJ Library, basic mix theory and scratch techniques.
DJ 102 – Soundbenders DJ 102 builds upon the 4 Pillars of Dj’ing learned in our popular Dj 101 Course. Soundbender Institute provides equipment for all students to learn on.
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Thursday, May 2 | 3 pm
Old School Gaming III
Rice
Enjoy playing more old video games and learning more on how old school gaming technology connects with today's cutting edge ehancing gaming technology.
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Saturday, May 4 | 1 pm
Lit Lounge: Comics at the Corner
Rice
Lit Lounges are interactive community comic book fairs: browse and choose FREE comic books and graphic novels that are yours to keep, explore comic-related topics, and meet writers, artists, and other comic enthusiasts.
Three dates and locations:
Saturday, April 6 from 1 – 3pm | East 131st Street
Saturday, May 4 from 1 – 3pm | Rice
Saturday, June 15 fron 1 – 3pm | Harvard-LeeBrought to you by Comics at the Corner ,Cleveland Public Library, 50Fifty Comix, and Literary Cleveland.
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Wednesday, May 8 | 3 pm
My Digital Life: Computer Basics
Rice
Computers can seem complicated, but learning the basic terminology can help. Join our virtual students as they will show you what makes a laptop unique and why it is essential to know how to use them. This module focuses on the physical computer—basic mouse and keyboard skills required.
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Thursday, May 9 | 2:30 pm
Youth DJing 101 & 102 with Soundbender Institute
Rice
Learn DJing in free workshops from Cleveland's Premire Urban DJ institute, Soundbender Institute: 8 weeks of hands-on learning from professional DJ's for kids aes 10 – 17. (Space is limited. Registration is required.)
DJ 101 – In Soundbenders Dj 101, you’ll learn the basics of our 4 Pillars of Dj’ing. Soundbender Institute provides dj equipment for all students to learn on. This course will focus on the fundamentals of DJ Equiptment, building your DJ Library, basic mix theory and scratch techniques.
DJ 102 – Soundbenders DJ 102 builds upon the 4 Pillars of Dj’ing learned in our popular Dj 101 Course. Soundbender Institute provides equipment for all students to learn on.
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Wednesday, May 15 | 3 pm
My Digital Life: Windows Basics
Rice
Microsoft Windows is one of the most popular operating systems. Join our Virtual students as they show you the ins and outs of working with Windows 10 to accomplish the computer’s most common tasks. This module focuses on the software part of the computer—basic mouse and keyboard skills required.
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Thursday, May 16 | 2:30 pm
Youth DJing 101 & 102 with Soundbender Institute
Rice
Learn DJing in free workshops from Cleveland's Premire Urban DJ institute, Soundbender Institute: 8 weeks of hands-on learning from professional DJ's for kids aes 10 – 17. (Space is limited. Registration is required.)
DJ 101 – In Soundbenders Dj 101, you’ll learn the basics of our 4 Pillars of Dj’ing. Soundbender Institute provides dj equipment for all students to learn on. This course will focus on the fundamentals of DJ Equiptment, building your DJ Library, basic mix theory and scratch techniques.
DJ 102 – Soundbenders DJ 102 builds upon the 4 Pillars of Dj’ing learned in our popular Dj 101 Course. Soundbender Institute provides equipment for all students to learn on.