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.

Chardon Branch

Digital Legacy Lab Consultation Hours

Looking for some help with the Digital Legacy Lab? Reserve the Digital Legacy Lab at the location mentioned during this time and the Digitization Specialist will be available to assist. The Digitization Specialist can walk you step-by-step through the process of digitiz......More

Looking for some help with the Digital Legacy Lab? Reserve the Digital Legacy Lab at the location mentioned during this time 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. The Digitization Specialist will not digitize your items for you.

Thompson Branch

Book Discussion In-Person

Join us at the Bainbridge branch as we share our thoughts and observations of a new title each month. Books are of varied topic and both fiction and nonfiction selections. May 12 - The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife by Anna JohnstonA warm, life-affirming debut about a ......More

Join us at the Bainbridge branch as we share our thoughts and observations of a new title each month. Books are of varied topic and both fiction and nonfiction selections. May 12 - The Borrowed Life of Frederick Fife by Anna JohnstonA warm, life-affirming debut about a zany case of mistaken identity that allows a lonely old man one last chance to be part of a family. -Novelist June 9 - Every Day is a Gift: A Memoir by Tammy DuckworthThe Iraq War veteran traces her impoverished childhood, her decision to join the Army, the months spent recovering from the RPG attack that shot down her helicopter and nearly took her life, and her subsequent mission of serving in elected office.-Novelist July 14 - Necessary Lies by Diane ChamberlainCaring for her family on their mid-20th-century tobacco farm after the loss of her parents, 15-year-old Ivy connects with Grace County social worker Jane, who strains her personal and professional relationships with her advocacy of Ivy's family, whose dark secrets test Jane's resolve against racial tensions and state-mandated sterilizations.-Novelist August 11 - The Spy and the Traitor: the Greatest Espionage Story of the Cold War by Ben MacintyreBen Macintyre reveals a tale of espionage, betrayal and raw courage that changed the course of the Cold War forever...- Goodreads

Conference 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! 11th of August: The Conduc......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! 11th of August: The Conductors Nicole Glover (432 pages)

Online

Red Cross Blood Drive In-Person

The need for blood is constant and your contribution is important for a healthy and reliable blood supply. You’ll feel good knowing you've helped change a life. Give the Gift of Life, Give Blood! To register for the drive please go online at http://www.redcrossblood.org......More

The need for blood is constant and your contribution is important for a healthy and reliable blood supply. You’ll feel good knowing you've helped change a life. Give the Gift of Life, Give Blood! To register for the drive please go online at http://www.redcrossblood.org/or by calling the Red Cross (1‐800‐733‐2767) for appointment walk‐ins welcome!

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

Red Cross Blood Drive In-Person

The need for blood is constant and your contribution is important for a healthy and reliable blood supply. You’ll feel good knowing you've helped change a life. Give the Gift of Life, Give Blood! To register for the drive please go online at http://www.redcrossblood.org......More

The need for blood is constant and your contribution is important for a healthy and reliable blood supply. You’ll feel good knowing you've helped change a life. Give the Gift of Life, Give Blood! To register for the drive please go online at http://www.redcrossblood.org/or by calling the Red Cross (1‐800‐733‐2767) for appointment Walk‐ins welcome!

Bostwick Room, Chardon Branch

Stencil Art Maker Space Craft In-Person

Participants will create their own unique piece of art using acrylic paints and stencils created using the Cricut or Large Format Printer. Artistic talent optional, that's why we have stencils!

Chardon Creativity Center Chardon High School Maker Space, Chardon Maker Space Chardon High School

Back to School Carnival In-Person

Grades K-5Join us for games, crafts, and activities that will get you ready to go back to school.

Eykyn Room, Geauga West Branch

Paper Plate Sunflower Weaving In-Person

Bring the beauty of sunflowers to life! Using colorful yarn, you’ll turn an ordinary paper plate into a burst of sunshine.

Eykyn Room, Geauga West Branch

Learn to Make Botanical Syrups and Flavored Vinegars In-Person

Join us to learn how to use garden herbs to make flavored syrups and vinegars for use in cocktails, mocktails, and cooking.

Large Meeting Room, Middlefield Branch

Digital Legacy Lab Consultation Hours

Looking for some help with the Digital Legacy Lab? Reserve the Digital Legacy Lab at the location mentioned during this time and the Digitization Specialist will be available to assist. The Digitization Specialist can walk you step-by-step through the process of digitiz......More

Looking for some help with the Digital Legacy Lab? Reserve the Digital Legacy Lab at the location mentioned during this time 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. The Digitization Specialist will not digitize your items for you.

Chardon 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 Excel· Tablets/smart phones: how ......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 Excel· 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

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 Excel· Tablets/smart phones: how ......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 Excel· 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.

Chardon 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 Excel· Tablets/smart phones: how ......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 Excel· 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.

Chardon Branch

Button Art Cat Silhouette  In-Person

Join us as we bring together a colorful assortment of buttons to make a colorful cat creation!

Large Meeting Room, Middlefield Branch

Lake Erie Graveyard In-Person

Tonya Busic from the Lake County History Center will present a talk on the many shipwrecks found in Lake Erie, including one found in our own backyard.

Eykyn Room, 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 spaces. The laser engraver can engrave wood, metal, plastic, glass, leather, and cardboard. You can also cut certain materials with the laser. Learn how to engrave ......More

This is the mandatory training session for the laser engraver in the Geauga County Public Library’s maker spaces. The laser engraver can engrave wood, metal, plastic, glass, leather, and cardboard. You can also cut certain materials with the laser. Learn how to engrave and cut flat and cylindrical objects like a drinking glass so that you can come to the Bainbridge branch or to the Chardon Creativity Center and create your own one-of-a-kind items.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 this mandatory training before working in the maker spaces. This training will cover both laser engravers available in the Geauga County Public Library system.Must have a Clevnet or Geauga County Public Library card to sign the user agreement at the end of the session.Click the link below for the written tutorials for this specific equipment for reference.Registration is required.

Multi-purpose Room Left, Bainbridge Branch

The Art Thief: The True Story of Stéphane Breitwieser Online

Celebrate the library’s art-inspired summer reading theme by joining us on Zoom to discuss one of the most prolific art thieves in recent history, Stéphane Breitwieser. Known to have stolen over 239 pieces of artwork from over 172 museums, Breitwieser maintains that he ......More

Celebrate the library’s art-inspired summer reading theme by joining us on Zoom to discuss one of the most prolific art thieves in recent history, Stéphane Breitwieser. Known to have stolen over 239 pieces of artwork from over 172 museums, Breitwieser maintains that he was not a thief for profit but that he was an art connoisseur to cultivate a personal collection. Learn what periods of art history Breitwieser was fascinated in, his methods for the thefts, and what fate truly befell the 60 pieces that remain missing to this day. Image is by Lucas Cranach the Younger, “Sibylle of Cleves” (c. 1540), oil on wood that was stolen by Stéphane Breitwieser from the New Castle in Baden-Baden, Germany.

Online

Honoring Life: A Guide to Pre-planning your Funeral In-Person

Designed to help you make thoughtful and informed decisions about your funeral arrangements. Offered by DeJohn Funeral Homes, this guide provides valuable insights into the preplanning process, ensuring your wishes are respected and your family is supported during diffi......More

Designed to help you make thoughtful and informed decisions about your funeral arrangements. Offered by DeJohn Funeral Homes, this guide provides valuable insights into the preplanning process, ensuring your wishes are respected and your family is supported during difficult times. Let us help you create a meaningful and personal tribute that reflects the life you’ve lived.

Eykyn Room, Geauga West Branch

Thursday Evening Book Discussion

The Thursday Evening Book Discussion meets at 5:30 pm (2nd Thursdays). All are welcome! 5/8: Cinnamon and Gunpowder by Eli Brown 6/12: The Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime, and a Dangerous Obsession by Michael Finkel 7/10: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus 8/1......More

The Thursday Evening Book Discussion meets at 5:30 pm (2nd Thursdays). All are welcome! 5/8: Cinnamon and Gunpowder by Eli Brown 6/12: The Art Thief: A True Story of Love, Crime, and a Dangerous Obsession by Michael Finkel 7/10: Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus 8/14: Member’s Pick: Anything Written by Geraldine Brooks

Middlefield Branch

Maker Space Training: Embroidery Machine In-Person / Online

This is the mandatory training session for the embroidery machine in the Geauga County Public Library maker space at the Bainbridge Branch. The embroidery machine can embroider beautiful complex designs on T-shirts, polos, sweatshirts, dresses, pillow covers, blankets, ......More

This is the mandatory training session for the embroidery machine in the Geauga County Public Library maker space at the Bainbridge Branch. The embroidery machine can embroider beautiful complex designs on T-shirts, polos, sweatshirts, dresses, pillow covers, blankets, towels, bags, and more. Learn the basic steps to use the embroidery machine so that you can come to the Bainbridge branch and create your own one-of-a-kind items.All ages welcome to attend the training session. Children under 12 need a guardian with them to use the embroidery machine. The guardian must also attend this training before helping a minor with the machine. If you will require assistance, the library recommends finding your own assistant, who must also attend this mandatory training before working in the Inspiration Station.Must have a Clevnet or Geauga County Public Library card to sign the user agreement at the end of the session.Click the link below for the written tutorials for this specific equipment for reference.Registration is required.

Multi-purpose Room Left, Bainbridge Branch

Preserving Your Family’s History In-Person

Learn how to preserve your family’s history and family heirlooms. Do you have precious family collections, or do you have aging parents who are downsizing, and you must determine what to save and how to save it? Learn about preservation techniques and how to use the Dig......More

Learn how to preserve your family’s history and family heirlooms. Do you have precious family collections, or do you have aging parents who are downsizing, and you must determine what to save and how to save it? Learn about preservation techniques and how to use the Digital Legacy Lab to digitize old media like slides, film negatives, and old video recordings

Bostwick Room, Chardon Branch

Family Literacy Storytime In-Person

Join us for a special literacy focused family storytime sponsored by the Barbara Bush Foundation Centennial. Enjoy stories and activities and leave with at-home literacy materials for the family.

Eykyn Room, Geauga West Branch

Caterpillarpalooza In-Person

FamilyCome and see all the different species of caterpillars, from large to small!

Large Meeting Room, Middlefield Branch

Messy Mondays In-Person

Open to familiesWarmer weather is here, so we are setting up outdoors for some hands on do it yourself arts and crafts. We bring the supplies, you bring the inspiration!! Things can get messy on Mondays, so dress appropriately.No registration required.

Community Meeting Room, Thompson Branch

Maker Space Training: UV Printer In-Person / Online

NOTE: This training takes place at the Chardon Creativity Center makerspace located inside Chardon High School (369 Maple Ave, Chardon, OH 44024) not the Chardon Branch. For assistance locating the makerspace doors, please call 440-285-7601 ext.2552.This is the mandator......More

NOTE: This training takes place at the Chardon Creativity Center makerspace located inside Chardon High School (369 Maple Ave, Chardon, OH 44024) not the Chardon Branch. For assistance locating the makerspace doors, please call 440-285-7601 ext.2552.This is the mandatory training session for the UV Printer. Learn how you can print on fabric, plastic, wood, glass, candles, notebooks, and more. Learn the basic steps to use the UV printer so that you can come to the Chardon Maker Space and create your own one-of-a-kind items.All ages welcome to attend the training session. Children under 12 need a guardian with them to use the UV printer. The guardian must also attend this training before helping a minor with the machines. If you will require assistance, the library recommends finding your own assistant, who must also attend this mandatory training before working in the maker space.Must have a Clevnet or Geauga County Public Library card to sign the user agreement at the end of the session.Registration is required.

Chardon Creativity Center Chardon High School Maker Space, Chardon Maker Space Chardon High School

Digital Legacy Lab Consultation Hours

Looking for some help with the Digital Legacy Lab? Reserve the Digital Legacy Lab at the location mentioned during this time and the Digitization Specialist will be available to assist. The Digitization Specialist can walk you step-by-step through the process of digitiz......More

Looking for some help with the Digital Legacy Lab? Reserve the Digital Legacy Lab at the location mentioned during this time 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. The Digitization Specialist will not digitize your items for you.

Middlefield Branch

Fireside chats book group

Why come to a book group? There are so many reasons- you loved the book and can't stop talking about it. You hated the book and can't stop talking about it. You need a reason to read something different. You want to get out of the house. You need an excuse to lock ......More

Why come to a book group? There are so many reasons- you loved the book and can't stop talking about it. You hated the book and can't stop talking about it. You need a reason to read something different. You want to get out of the house. You need an excuse to lock yourself away from the family for a while. You crave adult conversation. You just like to talk about what you read. Come and chat with us about some particular books and other stuff. We have tea and coffee and sometimes cookies in the Frances Spatz Leighton Reading Room by the colorful fireplace.May 20 Mother-Daughter Murder Night by Nina SimonJune 17 The Girl Who Wrote in Silk by Kelli EstesJuly 15 A Place to Land by Lauren K DentonAugust 19 Emily, Alone by Stewart O'Nan No registration is required.

Thompson Branch

Maker Space Training: Large Format Printer/Cutter and Heat Press In-Person / Online

This is the mandatory training session for the large format printer/cutter available at the Bainbridge Branch and at the Chardon Creativity Center. The training also covers the heat press as it works well with the printer. The large format printer/cutter prints banners,......More

This is the mandatory training session for the large format printer/cutter available at the Bainbridge Branch and at the Chardon Creativity Center. The training also covers the heat press as it works well with the printer. The large format printer/cutter prints banners, posters, stickers, and heat transfer vinyl for garments and bags. Use the heat press to attach any heat transfer design from the printer on to your chosen shirt, sweatshirt, apron, bag, or other fabric. Learn the basic steps to use the large format printer/cutter and heat press so that you can come to the Bainbridge branch or the Chardon Creativity Center and create your own one-of-a-kind items.All ages welcome to attend the training session. Children under 12 need a guardian with them to use the large format printer/cutter and heat press. The guardian must also attend this training before helping a minor with the machines. If you will require assistance, the library recommends finding your own assistant, who must also attend this mandatory training before working in the Geauga County Public Library maker spaces.Must have a Clevnet or Geauga County Public Library card to sign the user agreement at the end of the session.Click the link below for the written tutorials for this specific equipment for reference.Registration is required

Multi-purpose Room Left, Bainbridge Branch

Geauga County Public Library Board of Trustees meeting

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Chardon Branch

Book Discussion In-Person

Join us at the Bainbridge branch as we share our thoughts and observations of a new title each month. Books are of varied topic and both fiction and nonfiction selections. May 20 – None of This Is True, by Lisa Jewell "Popular podcaster Alix Summer becomes the subject o......More

Join us at the Bainbridge branch as we share our thoughts and observations of a new title each month. Books are of varied topic and both fiction and nonfiction selections. May 20 – None of This Is True, by Lisa Jewell "Popular podcaster Alix Summer becomes the subject of her own podcast after a woman named Josie Fair comes into her life and then disappears, leaving behind a terrible and terrifying legacy that puts her life and her family's lives in mortal danger." - NoveListJune 17 – The Unmaking of June Farrow, by Adrienne Young "Determined to end the curse that has plagued their family line, June Farrow, after her grandmother's death reveals clues to her mother's decades-old disappearance, embarks on a journey that will not only change both the past and the future, but also entangle her heart in an epic star-crossed love." - NoveListJuly 15 – Summer Romance, by Annabel Monaghan "A professional organizer whose own life is a mess, newly single mom Ali Morris meets a man who looks at her like she's a version of herself she hasn't been in a long while and decides there's no harm in a little summer romance--or is there?" - NoveListAugust 19 - The Outsiders, by S.E. Hinton "Three brothers struggle to stay together after their parents' death, as they search for an identity among the conflicting values of their adolescent society in which they find themselves 'outsiders.'" - NoveList

Conference Room, Bainbridge Branch

Adventures in VR In-Person

Drop in to enjoy an adventure in virtual reality using our Oculus Quest. Our all-ages friendly games and experiences will give you a new outlook on technology. No registration requried.

Multi-purpose Room Left, Bainbridge Branch

Maker Space Training: Direct-to-Garment Printer In-Person / Online

NOTE: This training takes place at the Chardon Creativity Center makerspace located inside Chardon High School (369 Maple Ave, Chardon, OH 44024) not the Chardon Branch. For assistance locating the makerspace doors, please call 440-285-7601 ext.2552.This is the mandator......More

NOTE: This training takes place at the Chardon Creativity Center makerspace located inside Chardon High School (369 Maple Ave, Chardon, OH 44024) not the Chardon Branch. For assistance locating the makerspace doors, please call 440-285-7601 ext.2552.This is the mandatory training session for the direct-to-garment printer, which is now available at both the Bainbridge Branch and the Chardon Creativity Center. Print designs directly on to T-shirts, sweatshirts, tote bags, aprons, socks, cotton fabric and more. Learn the basic steps to use the sublimation printer so that you can come to the Bainbridge branch and create your own one-of-a-kind items.All ages welcome to attend the training session. Children under 12 need a guardian with them to use the sublimation printer. The guardian must also attend this training before helping a minor with the machine. If you will require assistance, the library recommends finding your own assistant, who must also attend this mandatory training before working in the Inspiration Station or the Chardon Creativity Center.Must have a Clevnet or Geauga County Public Library card to sign the user agreement at the end of the session.Click the link below for the written tutorials for this specific equipment for reference.Registration is required.

Chardon Creativity Center Chardon High School Maker Space, Chardon Maker Space Chardon High School

Book Discussion In-Person

Join us as we share our thoughts and observations of a new title each month. Books are of varied topic and both fiction and nonfiction selections. Registration required. This month’s title is The Summer We Started Over, by Nancy Thayer

Bostwick Room, Chardon Branch

Screenwriting 101 In-Person

Want to write the next great movie? Have an idea for a television pilot? Learn how to format your ideas into a screenplay, and visualize your cinematic dreams!

Conference Room, Bainbridge Branch