Geauga County Public Library
Join for a storytime that is sure to engage, connect and inspire children...
Programs require registration unless otherwise noted. Visit www.geaugalibrary.net.
Discussion Groups
No registration is required.
- Chardon, Sept. 9, 2 p.m., “The Sword of Shannara” by Terry Brooks
- Bainbridge, Sept. 11, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., “The Reading List” by Sara Nisha Adams
- Geauga West, Sept. 12, 6:30 p.m., “Our Missing Hearts” by Celeste Ng• Middlefield, Sept. 14, 5:30 p.m., “Hanna Who Fell from the Sky” by Christopher Meades• Thompson, Sept. 16, 2 p.m., “Ask Again, Yes” by Mary Beth Keane
- Bainbridge, Sept. 19, 7 p.m., “The Stationary Shop” by Marjan Kamali
- Chardon, Sept. 20, 7 p.m., “Wrong Place, Wrong Time” by Gillian McAllister
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.
Community Reading to Rover
Sept. 9 • Geauga West
Children in grades 1-4 can practice their literacy skills by reading a story to a friendly Rover dog and its owner. Register for one of three sessions being held 10:30-11 a.m., 11-11:30 a.m. or 11:30 a.m. to noon.
The Battle of Antietam
Sept. 9, 2:30 p.m. • Virtual
Log in to Zoom and learn about the single bloodiest day of the Civil War and its impact on the war, the nation and Emancipation Proclamation.
Cybersecurity Help, Information and Protection Program
Sept. 13, 2 p.m. • Geauga West & Virtual
As consumers rely more and more on technology, it is crucial to know how to protect one’s personal information. Learn about the importance of digital security and privacy, including the unique challenges smartphones and other mobile devices present.
Lincoln Highway
Sept. 13, 7 p.m. • Chardon
Learn about this 3,000-mile stretch of road and its historical impact during a program sponsored by the Geauga County Library Foundation.
Social Media 101
Sept. 13, 7 p.m. • Bainbridge & Virtual
Gain a better understanding of social media while learning all about the various social media platforms, their uses, safety, slang and more.
The Extraordinary Life of Captain Seth Ledyard Phelps
Sept. 14, 6:30-8:30 p.m. • Chardon
Learn about Chardon’s own Captain Seth Ledyard Phelps and his incredible adventures in and around the Mediterranean, Africa, the Caribbean, Central America and Japan.
Assisted Living Locators
Sept. 14, 7 p.m. • Bainbridge
Work with David Koch, a senior care advisor and owner of Assisted Living Locators, and learn how to pick the right senior living options for loved ones and their needs.
Creative Corner: National Cheeseburger Day
Sept. 18, 4 p.m. • Chardon
Teens in grades 6-12 will celebrate National Cheeseburger Day by making mini cheeseburgers with some unconventional ingredients. Inform staff of any food allergies when registering.
Historic Ohio: Truth is Stranger than Fiction
Sept. 18, 6-7:30 p.m. • Thompson
“Truth is Stranger than Fiction” when it comes to the famous people of Ohio. Learn about the strange lives of a number of different famous Ohioans during a program sponsored by the Geauga County Library Foundation.
Caramel Apple Bar
Sept. 19, 3 – 4:30 p.m. • Geauga West
Teens in grades 6-12 will create an epic apple treat.
