Rice
Neighborhoods Served: Buckeye-Larchmere
Bus Routes: 8
Location Manager: Lexy Kmiecik
Location Services
Check out our branch services.
Dedicated Parking
Dedicated, free parking is available at this library location.
Public Computers & WiFi
Come in and browse! Our public computers have internet access and free WiFi.
Printing & Scanning
Print, copy, scan or fax available as well as specialized services at select locations.
Meeting Room Reservations & Event Spaces
Study room, meeting place or community space, we have a place for you.
Nov 23, 10:30 AM – 12:00 PM | Rice
Game Morning
Join us for an array of board games every Saturday morning.
Shred Day
Shred your old, unwanted documents for free on your own with our shredder.
Game Morning
Join us for an array of board games every Saturday morning.
0 to 3: Read to Me
Building your child’s brain is as simple as reading, singing, playing, and talking! Join us as we read engaging books and sing lively songs with plenty of time for playing and talking! For children ages 0 to 3 (36 months) and a caring adult. Siblings welcome. Giveaway books! Questions? Call 216-623-7046 This program is made possible by a generous grant from The Bruening Foundation. Browse a complete listing of upcoming 0 to 3: Read to Me programs at cpl.org/readtome
Play with Clay
Join us in creating and sculpting.
About Rice
Located in the Buckeye-Larchmere neighborhood near Shaker Square, the Rice Branch is surrounded by an active arts community. 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.
Travel, Parking & Accessibility
Parking Information
The Rice Branch shares a campus with The Harvey Rice Wrap Around School. Each has their own, dedicated, free, parking!
Special Features
- Rice houses the only local author collection in the branches of Cleveland Public Library.
- In the summer of 2023, local artist Mac Love drew a mural, outline of the Buckeye-Shaker Neighborhood. From there the community painted to mural! This is a must-see!
- The Learning Center at Rice Branch seats approximately 18 people in an environment ideal for educating and can be reserved for open group meetings and small gatherings.
- 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.
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