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

Winter Solstice Lantern In-Person

Grades 6 - 12Create your own lantern to use on the longest night of the year.

Middlefield 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:Sept.: Can we fix it?Oct.: Spooky ScienceNov.: Pets and Vets Dec.: Get hooked!

Messy Program Room, Bainbridge 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

Rhythm & Rhyme Early Walkers

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

Bainbridge Branch

Rhythm & Rhyme - Preschool

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

Bainbridge Branch

Fireside Chats Book Club

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.Sept. 16: How to Age Disgracefully by Clare PooleyOct. 21: Miracle Creek by Angie KimNov. 18: I was Anastasia by Ariel LawhonDec. 16: Mr. Dickens and His Carol by Samantha SilvaNo registration is required.

Thompson Branch

Elf Academy In-Person

Grades K - 5What does it take to become one of Santa's elves? Find out and take the challenge with some fun elf-themed activities.

Middlefield Branch

Geauga County Public Library Board of Trustees meeting

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Administrative Center Branch

Marvel Movies Trivia Night In-Person

How well do you know the MCU? From Iron Man's first flight, the final Snap in Endgame, and the upcoming Doomsday. Test your knowledge at Marvel Movie Trivia Night.

Eykyn Room, 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 Genealogy Assistance 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

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. This month’s title is The Christmas Bookshop, by Jenny Colgan.

Chardon Branch

Holiday Ghost Stories In-Person

Craving spooky gloom instead of holiday cheer? Discover the eerie tradition of sharing ghost stories during the holidays and explore why we love a good scare. Then settle in for some chilling tales—or share one of your own.

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

Preschool Process Art In-Person

ages 3-5Explore open-ended art activities while developing fine motor skills, creativity, and confidence.

Middlefield Branch

No Homework Book Club In-Person

Join us every third Thursday of the month to discuss what you are reading. No homework or required reading! We will share our favorite titles and upcoming books. Thursday, September 18 - 2pmThursday, October 16 - 2pmThursday, November 20 - 2pmThursday, December 18 - 2pm

Gilson Room, Geauga West 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, Bainbridge 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

Seasonal Sips In-Person

Drop by for a drink and browse a curated selection of books and magazines in a casual, conversational setting. No registration is required, stop by any time from 5:30-6:30 p.m. We'll serve festive drinks that highlight fruits of the holiday season.December will featur......More

Drop by for a drink and browse a curated selection of books and magazines in a casual, conversational setting. No registration is required, stop by any time from 5:30-6:30 p.m. We'll serve festive drinks that highlight fruits of the holiday season.December will feature a seasonal favorite: Spiced Pomegranate Punch.

Eykyn Room, Geauga West 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.

Messy Program Room, Bainbridge Branch

Book Discussion Online

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 Christmas Bookshop by Jenny Colgan.

Online

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 to in......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 databases

Geauga West Branch

Puzzle Exchange In-Person

Looking for a new puzzle challenge? Drop in and swap out your gently used jigsaw puzzles for ones that are new to you. Leave a puzzle, take a puzzle—it's that simple. No registration required.

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 Excel Tablets/smart phones: how to in......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 databases

Geauga West Branch

Holiday Storytime In-Person

Ages 0-5 with a caregiverJoin us for stories, songs, and a celebration of the holiday season.

Eykyn Room, 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 mouse Browsing and searching the Internet Microsoft Word and Excel Tablets/smart phones: how to in......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 databases

Geauga West Branch

Puzzle Exchange

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

Chardon 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

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

Holiday Music With Jack

Enjoy the sounds of the season with our very own pianist Jack Tayek.

Geauga West Branch

Early Readers' Storytime

Grades K-2Practice reading skills in this fun storytime using music, stories, and games.

Bainbridge Branch

Christmas Family Movie Night In-Person

FamilyEnjoy some popcorn and hot chocolate while watching a Christmas movie.

Middlefield Branch

Adult Coloring Club

Experience the benefits of coloring at our monthly Adult Coloring Club. This is your opportunity to relax and unwind. Materials will be provided

Chardon 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.

Messy Program Room, Bainbridge Branch

Holiday Music With Jack

Enjoy the sounds of the season with out very own pianist, Jack Tayek.

Geauga West Branch