Geauga County Public Library

February 5, 2026 by Staff Report

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

Classics & Collectibles Book Sale

Feb. 7, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. • Bainbridge

Browse Geauga County Library Foundation’s curated selection of beloved literary classics, vintage titles and unique collectible editions, perfect for avid readers, collectors and gift-givers. Registration is not required.

Library Led Discussions

• Bainbridge, Feb. 9, 10-11 a.m. and 2-3 p.m., “How to Walk Away” by Katherine Center
• Virtual, Feb. 9, 6:30-7:30 p.m., “Left Hand of Darkness” by Ursula LeGuin
• Middlefield, Feb. 12, 5:30-6:30 p.m., “The Most” by Jessica Anthony
• Bainbridge, Feb. 17, 7-8 p.m., “The Thursday Murder Club” by Richard Osman
• Chardon, Feb. 18, 7-8 p.m., “The Diamond Eye” by Kate Quinn

STEAM Club

Feb. 9, 4-5 p.m. • Bainbridge

Youth in grades 2-5 will have fun with all things science, technology, engineering, art and math. Activities will be based on the theme “Amazing You: A Journey Inside.”

Wildlife in Winter

Feb. 9, 6:30-8:30 p.m. • Chardon

Connect with the Geauga Park District to explore how animals and plants adapt to winter’s cold, using wildlife evidence like tracks, scat and meal remains as clues to animal presence and activity. Registration is not required.

Book Folding: Making Books Into Art

Feb. 11, 7-8 p.m. • Thompson

Turn old books into beautiful works of art. Learn the creative craft of book folding, where simple folds transform books into eye-catching shapes and images.

Mo Willems’ Birthday Party

Feb. 16, 3-4 p.m. • Bainbridge

Youth in grades PreK-2 will celebrate the birthday of author Mo Willems with fun stories, games and special crafts that would make Elephant, Piggie and Pigeon proud.

DIY Spa

Feb. 17, 3-4 p.m. • Geauga West

Teens in grades 6-12 will get creative while enjoying a relaxed afternoon mixing up face masks, hair masks and more — perfect for a day of self-care.

What is Creative Journaling?

Feb. 17, 6-7:30 p.m. • Geauga West

Explore the world of creative journaling. Participants will start with a brief overview of different journaling styles, then dive in with hands-on activities to try a variety of journaling ideas and techniques.

Kids Club: Cupcake Decorating

Feb. 18, 7-8 p.m. • Thompson

Bakers in grades K-3 will learn easy cupcake decorating techniques, then put those skills to the test by decorating their own delicious cupcake.

Monster Mash Valentine’s Day Illustrations

Feb. 18, 7-8 p.m. • Bainbridge

Valentine’s Day is not only for hearts and flowers; the ghoulish and macabre deserve love, too. Stop by for a night of monstrous fun while drawing and coloring monsters, beasts and other creepy creations that chill the bones and warm hearts.