Geauga County Public Library
Housed at the Bainbridge Branch, the Inspiration Station is a library Maker Space that offers equipment for patrons to engage, design and create with...
Programs require registration unless otherwise noted. Visit www.geaugalibrary.net.
Book Discussions
- Bainbridge, Aug. 16, 7 p.m., “The Mother-in-Law” by Sally Hepworth.
- Chardon, Aug. 17, 7 p.m., “The Secrets of Love Story Bridge” by Phaedra Patrick.
- Virtual, Aug. 18, 6:30 p.m., “The Once and Future Witches” by Alix Harrow.
- Geauga West, Aug. 23, 6:30 p.m., “Several People are Typing” by Calvin Kasulke.
- Virtual, Aug. 25, 7 p.m., “The Secrets of Love Story Bridge” by Phaedra Patrick.
- Middlefield, Aug. 30, 7 p.m., “Cloud Cuckoo Land” by Anthony Doerr.
Inspiration Station Trainings
Housed at the Bainbridge Branch, the Inspiration Station is a library Maker Space that offers equipment for patrons to engage, design and create with. Prior to utilizing a piece of equipment, a training session must first be attended.
• Virtual, Aug. 18, 2 p.m.: Embroidery Machine
• Bainbridge, Aug. 22, 6 p.m.: 3D Scanner
• Bainbridge, Aug. 22, 7 p.m.: Laser Engraver
• Bainbridge, Aug. 29, 6 p.m.: Direct to Fabric Printer
• Bainbridge, Aug. 29, 7 p.m.: Cricut and Heat Press
Picnic Lunch on the Patio
Aug. 16, 1 p.m. • Bainbridge
Youth in grades 3-8 may join on the patio to make lunch and eat together picnic style.
Wellness with the Weils
Aug. 17, 10 a.m. • Bainbridge
Discover how to make everyday living safer at the Home Safety seminar given by a licensed occupational therapist from The Weils.
Third Thursday Business Social
Aug. 18, 9-11 a.m. • Geauga West
Chester, Russell and Newbury area businesses join for a business networking opportunity the third Thursday of each month. Coffee and donuts are provided.
Teen and Tweens Night
Aug. 18, 6-9 p.m. • Thompson
Teens in grades 5-12 will enjoy games, trivia, movies and pizza.
Quilt Block Party
Aug. 20, 10 a.m. to noon • Virtual
Join the Whimsical Birds quilt party. Bring a sewing machine and any show-and-tell pieces.
Open Sew Saturdays
Aug. 20, 12-3 p.m. • Bainbridge
Bring a machine and unfinished projects. Let the library know in advance if a machine is needed.
Messy Mondays
Aug. 22 and 29, 10 a.m. to noon • Thompson
Kids will enjoy some hands-on arts and crafts outdoors. Things can get messy, so dress appropriately.
Adult Coloring Club
Aug. 22, 7-8:30 p.m. • Chardon
Experience the benefits of coloring.
Email Basics
Aug. 24, 3 p.m. • Middlefield
Learn the basics of setting up an email account, writing and sending emails. Gain familiarity with the process to become more confident with electronic mail.
Open MIC Night
Aug. 24, 7 p.m. • Geauga West
All ages may join and share their talents.
Chamber of Commerce Open House
Aug. 24, 4-6 p.m. • Geauga West
Join the meet and greet to learn how the West Geauga Chamber of Commerce can help residents, local businesses and the community.
Game Night for Adults
Aug. 25, 6-9 p.m. • Thompson
Join for a fun night of serious gaming.
Mead Making 101
Aug. 26, 5:30 p.m. • Thompson
Adults 21 and over. Join a local brewer as he shares the steps of fermenting honey and brewing process. Stay and sample some of the results.
Jigsaw Puzzle Exchange
Aug. 27, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Geauga West
Bring in a jigsaw to exchange for a new one.
Reading with Rover
Aug. 27, 10 a.m. • Thompson
The program is designed to help readers of all ages build confidence in their reading skills. Readers will sit one on one with a certified therapy dog. Each session lasts 15 to 20 minutes.
Repair Day
Aug. 27, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. • Bainbridge
Meet with Repair Coaches to determine the problem and receive guidance to fix items, including bicycles, sewing machines, vacuums, lamps, books, electronics, kitchen appliances, jewelry, toys and clocks.
What Did Garfield Eat?
Aug. 27, 2:30 p.m. • Virtual
Learn more about some of the foods and cooking methods used during the Victorian era.
Paper Bead Workshop
Aug. 30, 4 p.m. • Middlefield
Youth in grades K – 12 will craft paper beads from picture books.
Night Quilters: Making Faces
Aug. 31, 6-8 p.m. • Bainbridge & Virtual
Join for a themed quilting night.
