Geauga County Public Library
Beginning Jan. 1, GCPL will be a fine-free library for all materials except telescopes and new video games and DVD/Blu-rays.
Programs require registration unless otherwise noted. Visit www.geaugalibrary.net.
GCPL Goes Fine-Free in 2020
Beginning Jan. 1, GCPL will be a fine-free library for all materials except telescopes and new video games and DVD/Blu-rays. Keep in mind, the library systems wants items returned, but it’s not going to impose punishments if they are a little overdue.
If items reach the due date and are not returned on time, in 21 days the items are reported lost. The cost of the book is applied to the record and the customer card is blocked, not allowing the borrower to check out anything else until that item is returned.
Bainbridge Branch
17222 Snyder Road, Bainbridge Township, 440-543-5611.
Yoga for Beginners
Jan. 6, 9:30-11 a.m.
A local yoga instructor will teach routines with different poses and their benefits. Bring a mat and props. Waiver is required.
Grant Writer Networking
Jan. 6, 2 p.m.
Join for networking and the opportunity to search the library’s new database, Foundation Directory Online, for funding opportunities.
Tween Group Art Series
Jan. 8, 4 p.m.
Tweens in grades 4-8 may join for a collaborative art project featuring Louise Bourgeois sculptures.
Chair Yoga
Jan. 9, 2-3:15 p.m.
Join local yoga instructor Ann Vickers for this class in which postures are adaptations of traditional yoga poses. Bring a yoga mat and beach towels or blankets.
Chardon Branch
110 East Park St., Chardon, 440-285-7601.
Little Builders
Jan. 8, 2-2:30 p.m.
Kids ages birth to 3 years will play with the library’s collections of fun building toys.
Editing and Revising Work
Jan. 8, 7 p.m.
In this workshop, multi-published author and “Book Whisperer,” Deanna Adams will help get manuscripts ready for publication. Participants have the option if bringing a working table of contents and 10 double-spaced pages that need the most work.
Lego Fun
Grades K – 5
Jan. 9, 4 p.m.
Jan. 13, 6:30 p.m.
Youth in grades K-5 will practice engineering, math and creative skills.
Geauga West Branch
13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, 440-729-4250.
Hot Chocolate Party
Jan. 4, 2 p.m.
Stop by to create a delectable cup of hot chocolate with the toppings bar.
Kombucha Level 1
Jan. 7, 7 p.m.
Level 1 Basics is an opportunity to taste commercial and homemade brews, learn about kombucha benefits, why people drink it and how it’s made. Take home a basic starter kit and detailed brewing guide. Materials fee is $10.
Sit and Knit
Jan. 9, 10-11:30 a.m.
Join other knitters in conversation while knitting one’s current project. Supplies not included. No registration required.
Little Artists: Snow
Jan. 9, 11 a.m.
Preschoolers will experience a hands-on art activity and explore their creativity.
Reiki Share
Jan. 9, 6:30 p.m.
Join for Reiki share and improve one’s skills. Facilitated by a Reiki master teacher.
Middlefield Branch
16167 East High St., Middlefield, 440-632-1961.
Scrapbook Mania!
Jan. 3, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.
Jan. 4, 9 a.m. t0 4 p.m.
Bring scrapbooking supplies and crop all day, then leave it overnight to work again all-day Saturday. The Ellison machine and Cricut will be available for use. Snacks will be provided.
Mobile Memory Lab Orientations
Jan. 4, 10 a.m.
Jan. 7, 2 p.m.
Jan. 15, 7 p.m.
The Mobile Memory Lab is comprised of scanners, reel-to-reel film converter, vinyl record recorder, microphones and software to convert analog materials to digital files. The orientation covers how to use these items and provides hands-on training, so one is ready to start preserving memories. Attendance at an hour-long orientation is mandatory before booking appointments with the Mobile Memory Lab.
Sphero Coding Club
Jan. 8, 1:30 p.m.
Youth in grades 5-12 will explore how to use Spheros to code, draw and game.
Newbury Branch
14775 Auburn Road, Newbury, 440-564-7552.
Afternoon at the Movies
Thursdays, 3:30 p.m.
Knit 2gether
Jan. 5, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
Spend an afternoon knitting with others. Bring along projects. If anyone wants to learn to knit, bring size 7 or 8 needles – any type. Yarn is provided.
