Preschool storytime

Ages 3-5 with caregiver. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Middlefield Branch

Family Storytime In-Person

Ages 3-5 years, with caregiverJoin us for stories, crafts, and fun! No registration required.

Community Meeting Room, Thompson Branch

Puzzle Exchange

No registration necessary. Update your puzzle supply by exchanging your old puzzles for new ones.

Thompson Branch

Bainbridge Maker Space Office Hours

Want some support with your first visits using the equipment in the Bainbridge Branch's Maker Space? Schedule your session during these hours so staff can offer extra help! No registration required.The staff member will be available to answer your questions.You must tak......More

Want some support with your first visits using the equipment in the Bainbridge Branch's Maker Space? Schedule your session during these hours so staff can offer extra help! No registration required.The staff member will be available to answer your questions.You must take the mandatory training and sign the user agreement before scheduling a session in the Inspiration Station. Machines include: Cricut Maker, direct-to-garment printer, embroidery machine, heat press, large format printer, laser engraver, and vinyl cutter.Although no training is necessary to use the sewing machines, staff can help with the sewing machines as well.Staff are happy to answer questions, offer suggestions for projects, and find resources for you during this time. Staff will not help with design or do any project for you.

Bainbridge Branch

Preschool storytime

Ages 3-5 with caregiver. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Middlefield Branch

Bainbridge Maker Space Office Hours

Want some support with your first visits using the equipment in the Bainbridge Branch's Maker Space? Schedule your session during these hours so staff can offer extra help! No registration required.The staff member will be available to answer your questions.You must tak......More

Want some support with your first visits using the equipment in the Bainbridge Branch's Maker Space? Schedule your session during these hours so staff can offer extra help! No registration required.The staff member will be available to answer your questions.You must take the mandatory training and sign the user agreement before scheduling a session in the Inspiration Station. Machines include: Cricut Maker, direct-to-garment printer, embroidery machine, heat press, large format printer, laser engraver, and vinyl cutter.Although no training is necessary to use the sewing machines, staff can help with the sewing machines as well.Staff are happy to answer questions, offer suggestions for projects, and find resources for you during this time. Staff will not help with design or do any project for you.

Bainbridge Branch

Toy Time Monday In-Person

Ages Birth- 5 yearsThe Thompson meeting room becomes the spot for creative fun and play. We'll have a wide variety of games, puzzles and toys to keep children of all ages engaged and entertained. No Registration Required.

Community Meeting Room, Thompson Branch

DIY Paint by Numbers Craft In-Person

Note: This is the same event on April 29th, please only register for one. Thank you!Learn how to use transfer paper to transfer a basic design on to a canvas board and then paint it. Relax and chat with other participants.Registration required

Bostwick Room, Chardon Branch

STEAM Storytime

Ages 3-5 yrs.Stories and STEM-based learning activities for preschoolers. No registration needed.Themes: March - Cloud Catcher April - Butterfly Life Cycle

Bainbridge Branch

Let's Lego! In-Person

Family ProgramJoin us for challenges and fun with all things Lego!

Eykyn Room, Geauga West Branch

Pajama storytime

Ages 0- 5 with caregiverEnjoy stories, songs, and rhymes. Wear your pajamas! NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Middlefield Branch

Quilling Quest - Beautiful Bunny In-Person

Each month, this quirky class seeks to complete an awesome quest: to learn how to quill through various quirky or quaint projects. We will practice the quintessential shapes until we have quenched our thirst for quality crafts! Registration required.

Bostwick Room, Chardon Branch

Rhythm & Rhyme Early Walkers

18-36 months.A story, music, and movement for young walkers and caregivers. No registration needed.

Bainbridge Branch

Toddler storytime

Age 18-36 months, with a caregiver. Join us for stories, songs, and movement!

Middlefield Branch

Rhythm & Rhyme - Preschool

3-5 yrs.A story, music, and movement for preschoolers. No registration needed.

Bainbridge Branch

Crafting Circle In-Person

Bring in your portable crafts and work, knit, stitch, crochet, and chat with other crafters.

Bostwick Room, Chardon Branch

Snack Attack! In-Person

Grades 6-12Test your snack knowledge and see if you can tell the difference between name brand or store brand. Also make a fun snack themed key chain!

Geauga West Branch

Maker Space Training: Laser Engraver In-Person / Online

This is the mandatory training session for the laser engraver in the Geauga County Public Library’s Maker Space. Learn how to engrave and cut flat and cylindrical objects like a drinking glass so that you can create your own one-of-a-kind items. The training session in......More

This is the mandatory training session for the laser engraver in the Geauga County Public Library’s Maker Space. Learn how to engrave and cut flat and cylindrical objects like a drinking glass so that you can create your own one-of-a-kind items. The training session includes a presentation, training videos and Q & A; live demonstration of the machine is not included. The laser engraver can engrave wood, metal, plastic, glass, leather, and cardboard. You can also cut certain materials with the laser. All ages welcome to attend the training session. Children under 15 need a guardian with them to use the laser engraver. The guardian must also attend this training before helping a minor with the engraver. If you will require assistance, the library recommends finding your own assistant, who must also attend mandatory training before working in the Maker Space. Must have an active Clevnet or Geauga County Public Library card to sign the user agreement at the end of the session. Reservations to use the machine cannot be made until after the user agreement is signed. Click the link below for the written tutorials for this specific equipment for reference.

Multi-purpose Room Left, Bainbridge Branch

Property Tax Changes: What They Could Mean for Our Public Services, Schools, and Geauga County In-Person

The Geauga County Auditor's Office, the League of Women Voters of Geauga, and the Geauga County Public Library will host a moderated educational program about property taxes — how they work and how they support services in our community. This program brings together a p......More

The Geauga County Auditor's Office, the League of Women Voters of Geauga, and the Geauga County Public Library will host a moderated educational program about property taxes — how they work and how they support services in our community. This program brings together a panel of local leaders, including township elected officials, representatives from local governments, and school officials, to explain how property tax revenue is allocated and used within their organizations. The objectives for this program are to define, describe, and inform:What services are provided and how are they funded?What service changes could look like if property taxes are abolished?What are the other funding options for services if property taxes are abolished?Attendees can submit questions at the event.** Registration is required **

Middlefield Branch

One-on-One Tech Help In-Person

Intimidated by technology? Bring in your laptop, tablet, and other devices to receive personalized assistance.Basic computer operations including how to use a keyboard and mouseBrowsing and searching the InternetMicrosoft Word and ExcelTablets/smart phones: how to insta......More

Intimidated by technology? Bring in your laptop, tablet, and other devices to receive personalized assistance.Basic computer operations including how to use a keyboard and mouseBrowsing and searching the InternetMicrosoft Word and ExcelTablets/smart phones: how to install and/or use library digital offeringsSetting up an email addressAccessing and using our online research tools and databases

Conference Room, Bainbridge Branch

Digital Legacy Lab Consultation Hours In-Person

Looking for some help with the Digital Legacy Lab? Sign up for Consultation Hours and the Digitization Specialist will be available to assist. The Digitization Specialist can walk you step-by-step through the process of digitization, from using the machines to saving to......More

Looking for some help with the Digital Legacy Lab? Sign up for Consultation Hours and the Digitization Specialist will be available to assist. The Digitization Specialist can walk you step-by-step through the process of digitization, from using the machines to saving to your storage device. Save your memories for years to come!Don’t forget to bring in what you want to digitize and a USB drive to take all your new digital files home. You may bring one assistant, such as a family member or friend, to your appointment. The Digitization Specialist will not digitize your items for you.

Digital Legacy Lab Geauga West, Geauga West Branch

Baby/Toddler Storytime

Birth-3 yearsStories, shakers, scarves and socialization! Babies and toddlers benefit most from repetition in developing their early literacy skills - we'll read books together, dance, sing and play when we're done. For children ages birth - 3 years old with caregiver. ......More

Birth-3 yearsStories, shakers, scarves and socialization! Babies and toddlers benefit most from repetition in developing their early literacy skills - we'll read books together, dance, sing and play when we're done. For children ages birth - 3 years old with caregiver. No registration needed.

Bainbridge Branch

One-on-One Tech Help In-Person

Intimidated by technology? Bring in your laptop, tablet, and other devices to receive personalized assistance.Basic computer operations including how to use a keyboard and mouseBrowsing and searching the InternetMicrosoft Word and ExcelTablets/smart phones: how to insta......More

Intimidated by technology? Bring in your laptop, tablet, and other devices to receive personalized assistance.Basic computer operations including how to use a keyboard and mouseBrowsing and searching the InternetMicrosoft Word and ExcelTablets/smart phones: how to install and/or use library digital offeringsSetting up an email addressAccessing and using our online research tools and databases

Conference Room, Bainbridge Branch

One-on-One Tech Help In-Person

Intimidated by technology? Bring in your laptop, tablet, and other devices to receive personalized assistance.Basic computer operations including how to use a keyboard and mouseBrowsing and searching the InternetMicrosoft Word and ExcelTablets/smart phones: how to insta......More

Intimidated by technology? Bring in your laptop, tablet, and other devices to receive personalized assistance.Basic computer operations including how to use a keyboard and mouseBrowsing and searching the InternetMicrosoft Word and ExcelTablets/smart phones: how to install and/or use library digital offeringsSetting up an email addressAccessing and using our online research tools and databases

Conference Room, Bainbridge Branch

One-on-One Tech Help In-Person

Intimidated by technology? Bring in your laptop, tablet, and other devices to receive personalized assistance.Basic computer operations including how to use a keyboard and mouseBrowsing and searching the InternetMicrosoft Word and ExcelTablets/smart phones: how to insta......More

Intimidated by technology? Bring in your laptop, tablet, and other devices to receive personalized assistance.Basic computer operations including how to use a keyboard and mouseBrowsing and searching the InternetMicrosoft Word and ExcelTablets/smart phones: how to install and/or use library digital offeringsSetting up an email addressAccessing and using our online research tools and databases

Conference Room, Bainbridge Branch

One-on-One Tech Help In-Person

Intimidated by technology? Bring in your laptop, tablet, and other devices to receive personalized assistance.Basic computer operations including how to use a keyboard and mouseBrowsing and searching the InternetMicrosoft Word and ExcelTablets/smart phones: how to insta......More

Intimidated by technology? Bring in your laptop, tablet, and other devices to receive personalized assistance.Basic computer operations including how to use a keyboard and mouseBrowsing and searching the InternetMicrosoft Word and ExcelTablets/smart phones: how to install and/or use library digital offeringsSetting up an email addressAccessing and using our online research tools and databases

Conference Room, Bainbridge Branch

Digital Legacy Lab Consultation Hours In-Person

Looking for some help with the Digital Legacy Lab? Sign up for Consultation Hours and the Digitization Specialist will be available to assist. The Digitization Specialist can walk you step-by-step through the process of digitization, from using the machines to saving to......More

Looking for some help with the Digital Legacy Lab? Sign up for Consultation Hours and the Digitization Specialist will be available to assist. The Digitization Specialist can walk you step-by-step through the process of digitization, from using the machines to saving to your storage device. Save your memories for years to come!Don’t forget to bring in what you want to digitize and a USB drive to take all your new digital files home. You may bring one assistant, such as a family member or friend, to your appointment. The Digitization Specialist will not digitize your items for you.

Digital Legacy Lab Geauga West, Geauga West Branch

One-on-One Tech Help In-Person

Intimidated by technology? Bring in your laptop, tablet, and other devices to receive personalized assistance.Basic computer operations including how to use a keyboard and mouseBrowsing and searching the InternetMicrosoft Word and ExcelTablets/smart phones: how to insta......More

Intimidated by technology? Bring in your laptop, tablet, and other devices to receive personalized assistance.Basic computer operations including how to use a keyboard and mouseBrowsing and searching the InternetMicrosoft Word and ExcelTablets/smart phones: how to install and/or use library digital offeringsSetting up an email addressAccessing and using our online research tools and databases

Conference Room, Bainbridge Branch

One-On-One Tech Help In-Person

Intimidated by technology? Bring in your laptop, tablet, and other devices to receive personalized assistance.· Basic computer operations including how to use a keyboard and mouse· Browsing and searching the Internet· Microsoft Word and PowerPoint· Tablets/smart phones:......More

Intimidated by technology? Bring in your laptop, tablet, and other devices to receive personalized assistance.· Basic computer operations including how to use a keyboard and mouse· Browsing and searching the Internet· Microsoft Word and PowerPoint· Tablets/smart phones: how to install and/or use library digital offerings· Setting up an email address· Accessing and using our online research tools and databasesDue to staff availability, patrons may only make one tech appointment per month.

Middlefield Branch

Afterschool Fun

Afterschool kids can come enjoy games, art, and more. No registration required.

Geauga West Branch

Mad Lib Makers In-Person

Grades 3-5.Fill in the missing nouns, adverbs, adjectives and other details to create hilarious mad-lib stories and even learn to write your own fun-spun mad-lib.

Messy Program Room, Bainbridge Branch

Bainbridge Maker Space Office Hours

Want some support with your first visits using the equipment in the Bainbridge Branch's Maker Space? Schedule your session during these hours so staff can offer extra help! No registration required.The staff member will be available to answer your questions.You must tak......More

Want some support with your first visits using the equipment in the Bainbridge Branch's Maker Space? Schedule your session during these hours so staff can offer extra help! No registration required.The staff member will be available to answer your questions.You must take the mandatory training and sign the user agreement before scheduling a session in the Inspiration Station. Machines include: Cricut Maker, direct-to-garment printer, embroidery machine, heat press, large format printer, laser engraver, and vinyl cutter.Although no training is necessary to use the sewing machines, staff can help with the sewing machines as well.Staff are happy to answer questions, offer suggestions for projects, and find resources for you during this time. Staff will not help with design or do any project for you.

Bainbridge Branch

Virtual Dungeons & Dragons Online

Grades 6-12A virtual Dungeons & Dragons campaign using ROLL20. No previous experience required. If you are interested in attending, email: [email protected].

Online

Alcohol Ink Glass Painting In-Person

Learn the art of painting on glass with alcohol inks. So easy with beautiful results. Registration required.

Community Meeting Room, Thompson Branch

"Liberty or Death" and the Life of Patrick Henry In-Person

“Give me liberty or give me death!” Patrick Henry Jolly, 5th great grandson of this patriot will perform the entire speech in character and put the words of his ancestor into context as he performs and then talk about Patrick’s life.

Bostwick Room, Chardon Branch

Toddler storytime

Age 18-36 months, with a caregiver. Join us for stories, songs, and movement!

Middlefield Branch

Coffee & Crafts: April Showers Window Box  In-Person

Create a miniature indoor flower box to brighten up your home decor.

Large Meeting Room, Middlefield Branch

Explorer's Lab In-Person

Grades K-5Have fun with all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Each month we will explore different fun activities and learn something along the way.

Community Meeting Room, Thompson Branch

Family Storytime

18 mons. - 5 yrs.Listen to stories and music, then create fun crafts while building literacy skills at our family fun storytime. All ages with caregiver. No registration needed.

Bainbridge Branch

Teen Thursday In-Person

Grades 6-12It's all about teens at this casual hangout with board games and other laid-back activities. Teens Only. No registration required.

Multi-purpose Room Left, Multi-purpose Room Right, Bainbridge Branch

Make a Pet In-Person

Grades K-2No pet? No problem! At this imaginative craft program kids can design and build their very own one-of-a-kind pets.

Chardon Branch

Thursday Evening Book Discussion

The Thursday Evening Book Discussion meets at 5:30 pm (2nd Thursdays). All are welcome! Jan 8th: The Maid’s Secret by Nita Prose Feb 12th: The Most by Jessica Anthony Mar 12th: The Best Way to Bury Your Husband by Alexia Casale Apr 9th: The Amalfi Curse by Sarah Penner ......More

The Thursday Evening Book Discussion meets at 5:30 pm (2nd Thursdays). All are welcome! Jan 8th: The Maid’s Secret by Nita Prose Feb 12th: The Most by Jessica Anthony Mar 12th: The Best Way to Bury Your Husband by Alexia Casale Apr 9th: The Amalfi Curse by Sarah Penner May 14th: Daughter of Daring by Mallory O'Meara

Middlefield Branch

Women of the Revolutionary War In-Person

Join Mary Horvath as she presents a three part series celebrating the nation's 250 birthday. Mary will share the life of Martha Washington, the first lady of the newly formed United States, and how she faced winter in Valley Forge.

Eykyn Room, Geauga West Branch

Dream Garden: Design One Bed at a Time In-Person

Presented by Dawn Cryberg. Design (or re-design) beds for long term beauty and low maintenance. One bed at a time is a cinch; doing the whole yard at once is way too hard! Be gently on yourself. Designing first saves money and effort!

Bostwick Room, Chardon Branch

CANCELED: Qi Gong Stretching & Exercise Circle

Ages 15 and upQi gong is a traditional Chinese holistic practice combining slow, gently flowing movements, breathing techniques, and meditation. Each week we will practice qi gong sequences by following the instructor on a DVD and discover this ancient art.*Please note,......More

Ages 15 and upQi gong is a traditional Chinese holistic practice combining slow, gently flowing movements, breathing techniques, and meditation. Each week we will practice qi gong sequences by following the instructor on a DVD and discover this ancient art.*Please note, the group will meet and follower the instructors on a recording.Drop ins welcome.

Thompson Branch

Preschool storytime

Ages 3-5 with caregiver. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Middlefield Branch

Family Storytime

Ages 3-5 years, with caregiverJoin us for stories, crafts, and fun! No registration required.

Thompson Branch

One on One Genealogy In-Person

Sign up for two hours of one-on-one genealogy assistance! During this time our Family & Local History Specialist will guide you on your family history journey by helping you with any questions you may have. Registration Required.

Genealogy Meetings, Chardon Branch

Baby Art In-Person

Ages 0-18 months w/ a caregiverJoin us for an art project that is baby friendly and a fun activity for bonding.

Geauga West Branch

Tinker Lab In-Person

Ages 2-5 with caregiverPlay, learn, and discover in our hands-on Tinker Lab.

Middlefield Branch

Bainbridge Maker Space Office Hours

Want some support with your first visits using the equipment in the Bainbridge Branch's Maker Space? Schedule your session during these hours so staff can offer extra help! No registration required.The staff member will be available to answer your questions.You must tak......More

Want some support with your first visits using the equipment in the Bainbridge Branch's Maker Space? Schedule your session during these hours so staff can offer extra help! No registration required.The staff member will be available to answer your questions.You must take the mandatory training and sign the user agreement before scheduling a session in the Inspiration Station. Machines include: Cricut Maker, direct-to-garment printer, embroidery machine, heat press, large format printer, laser engraver, and vinyl cutter.Although no training is necessary to use the sewing machines, staff can help with the sewing machines as well.Staff are happy to answer questions, offer suggestions for projects, and find resources for you during this time. Staff will not help with design or do any project for you.

Bainbridge Branch

Digital Legacy Lab Consultation Hours In-Person

Looking for some help with the Digital Legacy Lab? Sign up for Consultation Hours and the Digitization Specialist will be available to assist. The Digitization Specialist can walk you step-by-step through the process of digitization, from using the machines to saving to......More

Looking for some help with the Digital Legacy Lab? Sign up for Consultation Hours and the Digitization Specialist will be available to assist. The Digitization Specialist can walk you step-by-step through the process of digitization, from using the machines to saving to your storage device. Save your memories for years to come!Don’t forget to bring in what you want to digitize and a USB drive to take all your new digital files home. You may bring one assistant, such as a family member or friend, to your appointment. The Digitization Specialist will not digitize your items for you.

Digital Legacy Lab Bainbridge, Bainbridge Branch

Beaded Wind Chime In-Person

Make the most of spring’s breezes with your own colorful, hand-crafted wind chime for indoors or out.

Multi-purpose Room Left, Multi-purpose Room Right, Bainbridge Branch

Digital Legacy Lab Consultation Hours In-Person

Looking for some help with the Digital Legacy Lab? Sign up for Consultation Hours and the Digitization Specialist will be available to assist. The Digitization Specialist can walk you step-by-step through the process of digitization, from using the machines to saving to......More

Looking for some help with the Digital Legacy Lab? Sign up for Consultation Hours and the Digitization Specialist will be available to assist. The Digitization Specialist can walk you step-by-step through the process of digitization, from using the machines to saving to your storage device. Save your memories for years to come!Don’t forget to bring in what you want to digitize and a USB drive to take all your new digital files home. You may bring one assistant, such as a family member or friend, to your appointment. The Digitization Specialist will not digitize your items for you.

Digital Legacy Lab Bainbridge, Bainbridge Branch

Movie Trivia In-Person

Are you a movie buff or just love a good flick? Join us for a fun night of trivia featuring blockbusters, classics, quotes and soundtracks of many eras of film!

Eykyn Room, Geauga West Branch

Preschool storytime

Ages 3-5 with caregiver. NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Middlefield Branch

Book Discussion In-Person

The last castle: the epic story of love, loss, and American royalty in the nation's largest home by Denise Kiernan"Documents the story of the Gilded Age mansion Biltmore, tracing George Vanderbilt's construction of his spectacular European-style estate with the help of ......More

The last castle: the epic story of love, loss, and American royalty in the nation's largest home by Denise Kiernan"Documents the story of the Gilded Age mansion Biltmore, tracing George Vanderbilt's construction of his spectacular European-style estate with the help of two famed architects and the efforts of his bride, Edith Stuyvesant Dresser, to become its mistress and protector in the face of changing fortunes and times." - NoveListNo registration required.

Conference Room, Bainbridge Branch

Toy Time Monday In-Person

Ages Birth- 5 yearsThe Thompson meeting room becomes the spot for creative fun and play. We'll have a wide variety of games, puzzles and toys to keep children of all ages engaged and entertained. No Registration Required.

Community Meeting Room, Thompson Branch

Book Discussion In-Person

The last castle: the epic story of love, loss, and American royalty in the nation's largest home by Denise Kiernan"Documents the story of the Gilded Age mansion Biltmore, tracing George Vanderbilt's construction of his spectacular European-style estate with the help of ......More

The last castle: the epic story of love, loss, and American royalty in the nation's largest home by Denise Kiernan"Documents the story of the Gilded Age mansion Biltmore, tracing George Vanderbilt's construction of his spectacular European-style estate with the help of two famed architects and the efforts of his bride, Edith Stuyvesant Dresser, to become its mistress and protector in the face of changing fortunes and times." - NoveListNo registration required.

Conference Room, Bainbridge Branch

STEAM Club In-Person

Grades 2-5Have fun with all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Each month we will explore different fun activities and learn something along the way. Themes:January - Cosmic Exploration February - The Amazing You: A Journey Inside March - Cloud Cat......More

Grades 2-5Have fun with all things Science, Technology, Engineering, Art, and Math. Each month we will explore different fun activities and learn something along the way. Themes:January - Cosmic Exploration February - The Amazing You: A Journey Inside March - Cloud Catcher April - Butterfly Life Cycle

Messy Program Room, Bainbridge Branch

Left of Center Book Club Online

If you've ever wanted to discuss science fiction and fantasy books from the comfort of your home, this is the book club for you! We’ll be reading and talking about a variety of titles both old and new, so come along and tell us what you think!13th of April: Witchcraft ......More

If you've ever wanted to discuss science fiction and fantasy books from the comfort of your home, this is the book club for you! We’ll be reading and talking about a variety of titles both old and new, so come along and tell us what you think!13th of April: Witchcraft for Wayward Girls Grady Hendrix (496)

Online

Northeast Ohio Bird Migration In-Person

Join local nature photographer and artist Aimee Pierson for a lively and photographic presentation on the migration of birds through Northeast Ohio. Every spring, the shores of Lake Erie in Ohio offer respite to millions of migrating birds heading south to their summer ......More

Join local nature photographer and artist Aimee Pierson for a lively and photographic presentation on the migration of birds through Northeast Ohio. Every spring, the shores of Lake Erie in Ohio offer respite to millions of migrating birds heading south to their summer breeding grounds. Learn all about the migration journey, species that travel through the area, when to look for them, and some of the best birding areas to visit in the spring for the optimum birding experience.

Eykyn Room, Geauga West Branch

Pajama storytime

Ages 0- 5 with caregiverEnjoy stories, songs, and rhymes. Wear your pajamas! NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Middlefield Branch