Geauga County Public Library
February 16, 2023 by Staff Report

The Winter Reading Challenge returns for another snow-filled year...

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

Winter Reading

Jan. 1 – Feb. 28

The Winter Reading Challenge returns for another snow-filled year. Sign up and complete a reading or activity log each week to be entered into a prize drawing, which will take place at the end of the event.

GCPL Mini-Golf

March 19 • Bainbridge

Fore! It’s time to grab one’s putter and best golf attire for a round of mini-golf at the GCPL Links. Join the 11th annual Family Mini-Golf event for a round of family-friendly mini-golf in between the tables, chairs and shelves of the Bainbridge branch.

The Geauga County Library Foundation and the Geauga County Public Library has expanded the annual family mini-golf event to include an adult-only mini-golf night, complete with adult beverages and mini-golf-based contests.

Purchase tickets at: GeaugaLibrary.net/GCLF-Mini-Golf.

Third Thursday Business Social

Feb. 16, 8:30 a.m. • Geauga West

Join the West Geauga Chamber of Commerce and Ashley Roche, a representative of the West Geauga Schools, for a business networking meetup and knowledge-sharing session with light refreshments.

Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Storytime

Feb. 17, 11-11:30 a.m. • Middlefield

Celebrate Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library, a free program that donates a book a month to any child from birth to age 5, while enjoying a story or two.

Redefining Work & Retirement

Feb. 20, 9:30-11:30 a.m. • Bainbridge

Encore NEO will help adults 50 and older overcome challenges and open their lives to new possibilities.

Internet Basics

Feb. 21, 2-3 p.m. • Chardon

Expand digital literacy and learn how to coast the internet confidently.

The Extraordinary Life of Martin Luther King

Feb. 22, 1-2 p.m. • Virtual

Join historical researcher Susan Cannavino on Zoom for a unique study of Martin Luther King Jr.’s childhood, relationships, values and career to better understand his life and achievements.

Horses Day

Feb. 25, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. • Middlefield

Celebrate all things equine with crafts, games, models, saddles, snacks and more. No registration required.

GPD Program on Coyotes

Feb. 27, 7-8:15 p.m. • Middlefield

During “Coyotes – Our Town & Country Canine,” Geauga Park District will present why these highly adaptable creatures inhabit Geauga County and what their ecological role is in the region.

Adult Coloring Club

Feb. 27, 7-9 p.m. • Chardon

Experience the benefits of coloring. No registration required.

Plant-Based on a Budget

March 2, 7-8 p.m. • Virtual

Dive into plant-based diets and learn how to effectively change one’s diet without breaking the bank.