Geauga County Public Library
September 19, 2024 by Staff Report

Trained library staff will demonstrate how to save documents on a computer...

Programs require registration unless otherwise noted. Include an email and phone number when registering for programs to receive updates about all programs. Visit www.geaugalibrary.net.

Saving Files on Your Computer

Sept. 19, 2-3 p.m. • Thompson

Trained library staff will demonstrate how to save documents on a computer. Participants may stay after to practice their skills.

Harry Potter Trivia Battle

Sept. 19, 4-5 p.m. • Chardon

Youth in grades 3-5 will compete in a Harry Potter trivia battle to find out and win magical prizes.

A Garfield Family Album

Sept. 19, 6:30-7:30 p.m. • Middlefield

Join the James A. Garfield National Historic Site for a look through Lucretia Garfield’s photo album of stereopticon slides to learn more about the president’s and first lady’s families.

Overview of Heart Attack and Stroke

Sept. 23, 10-11 a.m. • Bainbridge

A representative from University Hospitals will discuss heart disease and stroke, including how it can be prevented and detected early.

Storytimes

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

Discussion Groups

No registration is required.

  • Middlefield, Sept. 24, 7 p.m., “Behold the Dreamers” by Imbolo Mbue
  • Virtual, Sept. 26, 7 p.m., “The Exceptions” by Kate Zernike
  • Chardon, Oct. 1, 2 p.m., “Eternal” by Lisa Scottoline
  • Geauga West, Oct. 2, 7 p.m., “Cemetery of Untold Stories” by Julia Alvarez

WWII D-Day, Normandy Invasion

Sept. 24, 7-8 p.m. • Geauga West

Journey back to June 1944 with Pete Booth as he portrays a World War II soldier, describing the intensity of combat during the Normandy Invasion and showcasing his personal collection of military memorabilia.

Switch Showdown

Sept. 26, 4-5 p.m. • Geauga West

Youth in grades 3-7 may join for Nintendo Switch gaming on the library’s big screen.

Homeschool Picture Day

Sept. 27, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. • Bainbridge

Homeschool students in grades K-12 are invited to get their school pictures taken for free.

Library Lock-In

Sept. 28, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m. • Middlefield

Get away from the distractions at home and spend the day working on unfinished crafts with friends and fellow crafters.

Building Bonanza

Sept. 30, 6-7:30 p.m. • Geauga West

Budding builders are invited for free play with LEGO, magnetic tiles and other building blocks and toys.

Weirdest Moments in Cleveland Sports

Oct. 1, 6:30-7:30 p.m. • Middlefield

Local author Vince Guerrieri will discuss his newest book, “Weird Moments Moments in Cleveland Sports: Bottlegate, Bedbugs and Burying the Pennant,” a book chronicling the weird, wild and wacky moments in Cleveland sports history.