Geauga County Public Library
Kids will enjoy some hands-on arts and crafts outdoors...
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Messy Mondays
Aug. 1, 8 and 15, 10 a.m. to noon • Thompson
Kids will enjoy some hands-on arts and crafts outdoors.
Teen Pop-Up
Aug. 1 and 8, 3:30 p.m. • Chardon
Teens in grades 6-12 may join for activities and crafts. Materials and snacks provided. No registration required.
Geauga Skywatchers
Aug. 1, 6:30 p.m. • Bainbridge
Join the astronomy presentation series founded by a collaboration of organizations interested in promoting scientific thinking to the young and young-at-heart through the study and practice of astronomy.
Lorenzo the Magnificent
Aug. 1, 7 p.m. • Virtual
Learn about young Lorenzo’s rise to power, the Medici of Florence and the events that changed the course of history.
Club Ink Writing Workshop
Aug. 3, 6-8:30 p.m. • Chardon
Meet up with creators who are interested in critiquing work while sharing experiences, information, and ideas on writing.
Book Discussions
- Geauga West, Aug. 3, 7 p.m., “Delicious” by Ruth Reichl.
- Bainbridge, Aug. 8, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., “The Operator” by Gretchen Berg.
- Thompson, Aug. 9, 2 p.m., “The Redeemer” by Jo Nesbo.
- Chardon, Aug. 9, 6:30 p.m., “All Quiet on the Western Front” by Erich Maria Remarque.
- Middlefield, Aug. 11, 5:30 p.m., “We Are All Completely Beside Ourselves” by Karen Joy Fowler.
College Crash Course
Aug. 3, 7 p.m. • Bainbridge
Aug. 10, 7 p.m. • Virtual
First-year college students will gain tips to navigate college life from a recent college graduate.
Film Discussion Club
Aug. 4, 2 p.m. • Geauga West
Watch “The Big Country” and then join to discuss the classic film.
Ready for Kindergarten
Aug. 4, 2-2:45 p.m. • Middlefield
Join for a kindergarten preview.
Teen and Tweens Night
Aug. 4, 6-9 p.m. • Thompson
Teens in grades 5-12 will enjoy games, trivia, movies and pizza.
Geauga Shutterbugs
Aug. 4, 6:30-8:30 p.m. • Geauga West
Photography enthusiasts will explore techniques, give and receive critiques, and enjoy field trips.
Teen Mystery Lock-In
Aug. 5, 6-8 p.m. • Bainbridge
Teens in grades 6-12 will stay after the library closes to help crack a case.
Library Lock-In
Aug. 6, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. • Middlefield
Spend the day at the library while working on a project.
Ohio Wildlife of the Western Reserve
Aug. 6, 11 a.m. • Thompson
Explore the diverse wildlife of the area through pictures, stories and animal study skins. The program will feature a costumed interpreter from the Geauga County Historical Society.
Summer Reading Ice Cream Party
Aug. 6, 2-4 p.m. • Thompson
Participants of the summer reading program are welcome to celebrate their reading challenge success. All ages.
A Podcast Primer
Aug. 8, 7 p.m. • Bainbridge
Demystify podcasts, then explore the variety of topics they offer.
Kindergarten Bootcamp
Aug. 9 and 11, 1 p.m. • Bainbridge
A two-day session that will help those entering kindergarten brush up on the skills needed for the first day of school, including fine/gross motor skills, early literacy and social development.
Coral Reef Creations
Aug. 10, 10 a.m. • Chardon
Youth in grades K-5 will learn about the “rainforests of the sea” through stories, maps and art projects.
Grant Seeking Appointments
Aug. 10, 9:30-10:30 a.m. • Bainbridge
Schedule a one-hour appointment with a librarian to get started seeking grants for non-profit organizations or individuals using the Foundation Directory Online or Grants to Individuals databases.
Inspiration Station Trainings
Aug. 10 • Virtual
The 2-2:30 p.m. class is the mandatory training session for the large format printer/cutter and heat press.
The 3-3:30 p.m. class is the mandatory training session for vinyl cutter and heat press.
Children under 12 need a guardian.
Genealogy Assistance
Aug. 10, 6-8 p.m. • Chardon
Experience personal genealogy assistance with a GCPL local and family history specialist.
Crafting Night
Aug. 11, 7 p.m. • Chardon
Join fellow crafters to work on projects.
Crafting BeCAUSE
Aug. 12, 2 p.m. • Bainbridge
Join for adaptive, integrated, creative good times crafting comfort blankets in community with others, for others. All are welcome. Any adults with exceptional needs must reserve a spot for the support person, too.
Practical Beekeeping
Aug. 15, 6 p.m. • Thompson
Local beekeeper Roy Hendrickson will discuss the challenges of beekeeping, and provide expert advice to improve skills and manage hives.
Ansel’s Cave Adventure
Aug. 15, 7 p.m. • Chardon
Explore the history and geology of Ansel’s Cave, a historic rock outcropping at the West Woods. Meet the person for whom the cave is named, Ansel Savage, as he regales with tales of days gone by.
