Geauga Country Public Library
Join for stories on Zoom...
All events are virtual unless otherwise noted. For virtual programs, include an email when registering; instructions for picking up craft materials and joining the Zoom meeting will be provided upon registration. To register, visit www.GeaugaLibrary.net and click on “Programs.”
Storytimes
Jan. 4, 5, 7, 8, 11, 12, 14 and 15, 11-11:30 a.m.
Jan. 6 and 13, 6-6:30 p.m.
Join for stories on Zoom. All ages are welcome.
Latin American Book Club
Jan. 4, 6 p.m.
Teens in grades 9-12 and adults will explore the cultures and history of various Latin American countries. Discussion will be held in English. Contact the library for a list of potential readings.
Geauga Skywatchers Club
Jan. 4, 6:30 p.m.
From massive blue supergiants to tiny purple dwarfs, learn about the life cycle of stars and how they are classified. The Star Types session will be taught by Martin Mullet, of The Chagrin Valley Astronomical Society.
Bomb City USA
Jan. 5, 7 p.m.
Learn about the Danny Greene era when Greene and John Nardi tried to muscle in on the Cleveland Mob’s operations, resulting in a bloody mob war that left Cleveland with the moniker “Bomb City USA.”
Film Discussion Club
Jan. 7, 2 p.m.
Discuss “Seven Brides for Seven Brothers.” Place a DVD hold online or call the local branch for assistance.
Book Discussion
Jan. 7, 7 p.m.
Join a discussion of “Reading People” by Anne Bogel.
Mobile Memory Lab Orientation
Jan. 9, 2 p.m.
Jan. 11, 7 p.m.
Use the Mobile Memory Lab to preserve memories. The lab is comprised of scanners, reel-to-reel film converter, vinyl record recorder, microphones and software to convert analog materials to digital files. Orientation covers how to use these items and provides hands-on training. Attendance at an hour-long orientation is mandatory before booking appointments with the Mobile Memory Lab.
Geauga Genealogical Society
Jan. 12, 7 p.m.
Certified genealogist Cynthia Turk will lead a workshop that serves to teach participants how to make a research plan to find answers themselves to their genealogy questions. A special handout will be sent prior to the program and is also available for pick up at the Chardon Branch.
Preschool Storytime
Jan. 13, 10:30 a.m.
Join for storytime, modified slightly to accommodate a fun craft project. There will be craftwork that needs to be completed before storytime. Children will be given the opportunity to show their crafts during the session.
Staying Safe Online
Jan. 14, 7 p.m.
Learn how protect oneself and one’s family by maintaining online privacy and security. Discussion covers home computers, laptops, tablets and phones as well as software tools and best practices for getting the most of one’s time online while reducing the risk.
Sounds of the Night
Jan. 15, 2 p.m.
Geauga Park District presents “Sounds of the Night.” Find out what creatures are making the orchestra of mysterious sounds one hears at night.
