Geauga County Public Library
August 10, 2023 by Staff Report

The latest edition of Lines & Links is printed and out for delivery to patrons across Geauga County...

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

Lines & Links

The latest edition of Lines & Links is printed and out for delivery to patrons across Geauga County. This programming session’s registration opens Aug. 15, so be sure to be ready to register as program openings fill up fast.

Discussion Groups

No registration is required.

  • Middlefield, Aug. 10, 5:30 p.m., “Butterfly Lampshade” by Aimee Bender
  • Chardon, Aug. 12, 2 p.m., “The Color of Magic” by Terry Pratchett
  • Bainbridge, Aug. 14, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., “The Dutch House” by Ann Patchett
  • Bainbridge, Aug. 15, 7 p.m., “Finlay Donovan is Killing It” by Elle Cosimano
  • Chardon, Aug. 16, 7 p.m., “Miss Benson’s Beetle” by Rachel Joyce
  • Virtual, Aug. 17, 6:30 p.m., “The Faceless Old Woman Who Secretly Lives in Your Home”by Joseph Fink and Jeffrey Cranor

Storytimes

Join for a storytime that is sure to engage, connect and inspire children. A complete list of upcoming storytime programs is available to view the website’s programs calendar.

Elderberries

Aug. 10, 6-8 p.m. • Geauga West

Join Master Gardener Volunteer Karen Wright and learn all about elderberries, a beneficial shrub native to Ohio that can provide a healthy snack for humans and wildlife.

True Crime Trivia Night

Aug. 10, 6-8 p.m. • Thompson

Test one’s knowledge about all things dark and devious in a fun and friendly head-to-head trivia competition. Due to the sensitive nature of the program, adults only please.

GCPL’s 60th Anniversary Party

Aug. 12, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. • Offsite

Geauga County Public Library is turning 60. Join the celebration at Veterans Legacy Woods,14085 Ravenna in Newbury Township, complete with crafts and games, snacks and two special presentations by the Geauga Park District and magician Michael Mage.

Family Fun Night

Aug. 13 • offsite

Pile the family, friends and neighbors in the car and head over to Mayfield Drive-In, 12100 state Route 322, Chardon, to watch “Teenage Mutant Ninja Turtles: Mutant Mayhem.” Gates open at 6 p.m.; movie begins at 8:50 p.m. The event includes games, crafts and bouncy house. Visit FunFlick.com/mayfield to purchase tickets.

Search Tips and Tricks for Ancestry.com

Aug. 16, 7-8:30 p.m. • Chardon

Join Sally Fell, retired project manager for Ancestry.com Library Edition, and learn a few search tips and tricks.

Remember the Ladies: Woman’s Place in Old Geauga

Aug. 19, 2 p.m. • Geauga West

Learn about the women etched into Geauga County’s history and find out how to ensure that these critical figures are not lost to time.

Back to School Night at the Library

Aug. 21, 5-8 p.m. • Bainbridge

Help prepare youth for a successful school year ahead with exciting activities and contests. No registration required.

Monarchs on the Move

Aug. 21, 7 p.m. • Chardon

Join the Geauga Park District and learn all about the monarch butterfly’s fascinating life and its unique transcontinental migration pattern to Mexico during Ohio’s winter months.

Northern Ohio Amusement Park Memories

Aug. 22, 7 p.m. • Bainbridge

By the turn of the century, there were approximately 30 different amusement parks operating in Ohio. Join the Western Reserve Historical Society and learn all about Chippewa Lake Park, Gordon Gardens, Geauga Lake and many other now-forgotten Ohio amusement parks.

Learn About Your Library

Aug. 23, 4-7 p.m. • Chardon

Youth in grades preK to 12 may join library staff to learn about the library and all it has to offer. No registration required.