Geauga County Public Library
February 17, 2022 by Staff Report

Bring a machine and unfinished projects to Open Sew. Staff will be available to answer questions...

Programs require registration unless otherwise noted. Visit www.geaugalibrary.net.

 

Quilt Block Party

Feb. 19, 10 a.m. to noon • Bainbridge & Virtual

Join for Celtic applique.

Open Sew Saturdays

Feb. 19, 12-3 p.m. • Bainbridge

Bring a machine and unfinished projects to Open Sew. Staff will be available to answer questions and provide suggestions on projects.  Registration is not required, but let staff know in advance if a machine is needed.

Cross Stitch for Beginners

Feb. 19, 10 a.m. to noon • Thompson

Learn the basics from a representative from The Lake Erie Stitchers. Kits will be provided; bring sharp scissors.

Yoga for Beginners

Feb. 22, 7 p.m. • Bainbridge & Virtual

Join a local yoga instructor for beginner’s class that teaches routines with different poses, highlighting their benefits.

Best Seller Book Discussion

Feb. 22, 6:30- 8 p.m. • Geauga West

Discuss New York Times Bestseller book “Lions of Fifth Avenue” by Fiona Davis.

Tween Art

Feb. 22, 3:30-5 p.m. • Bainbridge

Youth in grades 4-8 will learn about the Inspiration Station while designing their own backpack patch.

Personal Life of Abraham Lincoln

Feb. 22, 7 p.m. • Virtual

Susan Cannavino will present information about the personal life of Abraham Lincoln. Themes of triumph, tragedy, loss and patriotism will be explored as she examines the life and relationships of a brilliant president.

Book Folding

Feb. 22, 6 p.m. • Thompson

Learn how to form simple shapes and images by folding pages of a book, creating a work of art to be put on display or given as a gift.

WWII Normandy Invasion

Feb. 23, 7 p.m. • Geauga West

Join for a re-enactment and portrayal of a World War II soldier in the first person, describing the combat action in France during the Normandy Invasion.

Wednesday Wellness

Feb. 23, 7 p.m. • Bainbridge

Youth in grades K-3 may join every  third Wednesday to focus on four things they can do to stay mentally and physically well.

Bodacious  Beasts

Feb. 24, 7 p.m. • Virtual

Presented by the Geauga Park District, attendees will  learn about mammoths, mastodons and many others whose ancient remains have been discovered in Ohio at the end of the Ice Age.

iPhone and iPad Basics

Feb. 24, 6 p.m. • Bainbridge

Learn the basics to feel more confident about using technology. Accessing settings, email and the Apple Store will be covered.

Book Discussion

Feb. 24, 7 p.m. • Virtual

Discuss “The Thursday Murder Club” by Richard Osman.

Thursday Night Plastikcon

Feb. 24, 6-7:30 p.m. • Thompson

Join the fourth Thursday night of every month  to chat about all  thing’s  geek culture.

Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange

Feb. 26, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Geauga West

Exchange jigsaws for new ones. Bags provided. Registration not required.

Chicken Soup Cookoff 

Feb. 27, 1-3 p.m. • Thompson

Help the community warm up with one’s best chicken soup  recipe. There will be a prize for the winner, and everyone is welcome to come in and sample.

Meditation Mondays

Feb. 28, 7 p.m. • Bainbridge & Virtual

Join a holistic healer for guided healing meditations that focus on being a healthy person.

Adult Coloring Club

Feb. 28, 7-8:30 p.m. • Chardon

Experience the relaxing benefits of coloring. Materials provided.

Mary, Queen of Scots    

Feb. 28, 7 p.m. • Virtual

Learn about the Scottish Queen’s rivalry with the English Queen Elizabeth and the events that led to her 16-year imprisonment.

Mindful Monday

Feb. 28, 4 p.m. • Chardon   

Teens in grades 6-12 will make paper lanterns.

LEAF College Tuition Planning

Feb. 28, 5 p.m. • Thompson

Join advisor Kim Greene from the Lake/Geauga Educational Assistance Foundation as she offers advice and guidance to parents and students on navigating through the college financial aid process.