Pet Rock In-Person

For grades K - 5.Adopt a pet rock.

Large Meeting Room, Middlefield Branch

Sumo Wrestling Watch Party In-Person

We will be watching the midpoint matches of the May Tournament from the EDION Arena in Osaka. Learn about sumo wrestling, cheer your favorite rikishi, and share predictions on the outcome of the basho. Our local Sumo expert will be on hand to answer questions and explai......More

We will be watching the midpoint matches of the May Tournament from the EDION Arena in Osaka. Learn about sumo wrestling, cheer your favorite rikishi, and share predictions on the outcome of the basho. Our local Sumo expert will be on hand to answer questions and explain the matches.

Meeting Room , Thompson Branch

Stuffed Animal Sleepover In-Person

Grades Pre-K - 3Bring your favorite stuffed animals to a special storytime and sleepover. The next morning from 10-11:30 am "parents" can pick up their stuffed friends, see pictures of the adventures the night before and enjoy a light breakfast.

Story Hour Room, Geauga West Branch

Adult Coloring Club  In-Person

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

Bostwick Room, 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 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 databasesSessions are based on staff availability, and will be on a first come, first serve basis. Registration is not required.

Conference Room [RM 139], 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: 3D scanner, 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

You Saved 1968! In-Person

Blast off in this space adventure with a fun and fact-filled retrospection of America's home stretch of the space race with Jann Glove. Reacquaint yourself with the APOLLO 8 mission and its profound serendipitous influence on the environmental movement.

Multipurpose Room Left [RM 112], Multipurpose Room Right [RM 112], Bainbridge Branch

Magical Fairy Door    In-Person

Craft a magical fairy door to welcome these mystical creatures to your home or yard. Completed projects may be used indoors or in a covered outdoor space. All materials will be provided.

Large Meeting Room, Middlefield Branch

Flower Moon In-Person

For ages 3 - 5.May's full moon is called the flower moon. Come and make one with us!

Large Meeting Room, Middlefield Branch

Beyond Cutting the Cable In-Person

So, you’ve cut the cable. Now what? Join us as we examine the frontier that is: streaming television. Navigating all the services can be tricky, we’ll help you determine how to get the best bang for your buck, from free services to paid and premium services as well.

Meeting Room , Thompson Branch

Teen Thursday In-Person

Join us for a casual afternoon of snacks and laid-back activities. TEENS ONLY. Grades 6-12. No registration required.

Messy Program Room [RM 129], Bainbridge Branch

Pioneering Geauga County In-Person

Geauga County was considered the “Far West” when our country was founded. What was Geauga like before the pioneers arrived? What Native Americans lived here before the pioneers? Who were Geauga’s first pioneers, and what did they experience? Learn the answers to these q......More

Geauga County was considered the “Far West” when our country was founded. What was Geauga like before the pioneers arrived? What Native Americans lived here before the pioneers? Who were Geauga’s first pioneers, and what did they experience? Learn the answers to these questions and much, much more.

Multipurpose Room Left [RM 112], 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 Vanishing Half, by Brit Bennett.Upcoming dates:June 27, 2024 https://geaug......More

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 Vanishing Half, by Brit Bennett.Upcoming dates:June 27, 2024 https://geaugalibrary.libcal.com/event/11787022July 25, 2024 https://geaugalibrary.libcal.com/event/11787114August 22, 2024 https://geaugalibrary.libcal.com/event/11787089

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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: 3D scanner, 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

Puzzle Exchange In-Person

Do you love puzzles? Please come in and exchange your jigsaws for new ones. Leave some and take some! No registration necessaryPuzzle Exchange takes place the last Saturday of each month!

Gilson Room, Geauga West Branch

Adobe Illustrator Self-Guided Workshop In-Person

Adobe Illustrator is software for making vector and graphic designs. Use it for logos, posters, typography, artwork and more. In this hands-on workshop, learn Illustrator through Adobe tutorials at your own pace. An experienced guide will be available to assist as neede......More

Adobe Illustrator is software for making vector and graphic designs. Use it for logos, posters, typography, artwork and more. In this hands-on workshop, learn Illustrator through Adobe tutorials at your own pace. An experienced guide will be available to assist as needed. Beginner and intermediate skill levels are welcome. Laptops with the necessary software will be provided.If interested in learning how to make cut lines for the laser engraver or large format printer available in the makerspaces, this event is a great chance to learn!

Messy Program Room [RM 129], Bainbridge Branch

Solve It: Regency Tea In-Person

The year is 1813, each week a new scandal sheet is released with the most interesting gossip and has the city in an uproar. Become a character in this period drama and discover who is unveiling such scandalous secrets. Dramatic reading and costumes are encouraged for th......More

The year is 1813, each week a new scandal sheet is released with the most interesting gossip and has the city in an uproar. Become a character in this period drama and discover who is unveiling such scandalous secrets. Dramatic reading and costumes are encouraged for this event.

Multipurpose Room Left [RM 112], Multipurpose Room Right [RM 112], Bainbridge Branch

One-on-One Makerspace Help In-Person

Email [email protected] or call (440) 285-7601 ex.2552 to register. Must take mandatory training first. Note: this is at Chardon High School 151 Chardon Ave., Chardon, Ohio 44024.Have you taken training for the direct-to-garment printer, large format printer,......More

Email [email protected] or call (440) 285-7601 ex.2552 to register. Must take mandatory training first. Note: this is at Chardon High School 151 Chardon Ave., Chardon, Ohio 44024.Have you taken training for the direct-to-garment printer, large format printer, laser engraver, heat press, or UV printer and would like extra assistance in using the machines? Contact the Chardon Creativity Center at Chardon High School to schedule a one-on-one session with Chardon Creativity Center makerspace staff. You must bring in any materials needed and your own designs. This does not count as training, but as extra help. The makerspace staff member will work with you for two hours.No online registration available, email or call to schedule.

Chardon Maker Space Chardon High School, Chardon Maker Space Chardon High School

Pressed Flower Bookmark In-Person

Preserve some of the romantic early flowers of the season-pansies and forget me nots. Create a bookmark and learn how to press flowers throughout the growing season.Registration is required.

Eykyn Room, Geauga West Branch

Page Turners

The Page Turners Book Club meets on the last Tuesday of the month at 7 pm in the small meeting room. Books are available at the Information Desk. All are welcome! May 28 - Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel WilkersonJune 25 - Black Cake by Charmaine Wilkers......More

The Page Turners Book Club meets on the last Tuesday of the month at 7 pm in the small meeting room. Books are available at the Information Desk. All are welcome! May 28 - Caste: The Origins of Our Discontents by Isabel WilkersonJune 25 - Black Cake by Charmaine WilkersonJuly 30 - The Measure by Nikki ErlickAugust 27 - The House on Mango Street by Sandra Cisneros

Middlefield Branch

One-on-One Tech Help by Appointment 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 databasesDue to staff availability, patrons may only make one tech appointment per month.

Middlefield Branch