Geauga County Public Library
August 24, 2023 by Staff Report

Join for a storytime that is sure to engage, connect and inspire children...

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

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.

Discussion Groups

No registration is required.

  • Thompson, Aug. 26, 2 p.m., “In Five Years” by Rebecca Serle
  • Middlefield, Aug. 29, 7 p.m., Project Hail Mary” by Andy Weir
  • Geauga West, Sept. 6, 7 p.m., “Fahrenheit 451” by Ray Bradbury

Understanding Social Security Benefits

Aug. 24, 2:30-4 p.m. • Bainbridge & Virtual

Learn how Social Security is one of the most successful and effective social insurance programs in the nation’s history.

Switch Showdown

Aug. 24, 4:30 p.m.• Geauga West

Youth in grades 3-6 will compete against friends in their favorite Nintendo Switch games.

Preserving Your Family’s History

Aug. 26, 2-4 p.m. • Thompson

Learn about the library’s Digital Legacy Labs and how to use them to preserve all old family photos and videos.

History of the National Parks

Aug. 26, 2:30 p.m. • Virtual

Log in through Zoom and learn about the founding of the National Park Service in 1916 and its extensive history of conservation throughout the United States.

Dye With Nature

Sept. 5, 4-4:45 p.m. • Middlefield

Teens in grades 6-12 will learn how to transform organic everyday materials into beautiful natural dyes.

Monarch Butterfly Migration

Sept. 5, 6:30 p.m. • Virtual

Learn all about the monarch butterfly’s fascinating life and its unique transcontinental migration pattern to Mexico during Ohio’s winter months.

Welcome to Hogwarts

Sept. 6, 6-8 p.m.• Chardon

The Wizarding World of Harry Potter returns to the Chardon Branch for an evening full of magic, crafts, challenges and more. No registration required.

Cemetery Research Series

Sept. 6, 7-8:30 p.m. • Middlefield

Learn how to prepare for and plan a cemetery research trip like a pro.

Geauga Shutter Bugs

Sept. 7, 6-8:30 p.m. • Geauga West

Join the Geauga County-based photography club and meet like-minded individuals who love to discuss the hobby and share their photos. No registration is required.