Geauga County Public Library
Join the branch’s digitization specialist to discover how to convert physical memories such as photographs, home videos and letters into digital files using the Digital Legacy Lab...
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Digital Legacy Lab Orientation
March 19, 2:30-4 p.m. • Thompson
Join the branch’s digitization specialist to discover how to convert physical memories such as photographs, home videos and letters into digital files using the Digital Legacy Lab.
Women of the Revolutionary War
March 19, 6:30-7:30 p.m. • Geauga West
Local presenter Mary Horvath Branch will lead a special three-part series exploring the lives of women during the American Revolutionary War. This week’s program focuses on how women survived at home while their husbands were away at the front with Gen. George Washington.
Kids’ Party Tips & Tricks
March 25, 6:30-7:30 p.m. • Middlefield
Hosting a memorable and affordable children’s birthday party does not have to be difficult. Join librarian Paula for kid-tested party ideas, including themes such as backward, dinosaur and puppy dog parties, along with affordable decorations, including invitations, food, games and décor.
U.S. Census and Your Family Tree
March 25, 7-8 p.m. • Chardon
Genealogists interested in using the U.S. Census for research are invited to learn how to navigate this important resource. The branch’s family and local history specialist will explain how to use census records in genealogical research and share tips for locating ancestors.
Thompson Ledges Park 2.0
March 25, 7-8 p.m. • Thompson
Connect with members of the Thompson Ledges Park as they chat about the new, exciting improvements made to the township park and its Learning and Nature Center through many years of planning and collaboration. Registration is not required.
Life After President Garfield
March 26, 6:30-7:30 p.m. • Middlefield
James A. Garfield’s assassination shattered his wife Lucretia’s world. Through her own words, learn how Lucretia Garfield remained dedicated to her husband’s memory and discover how she occupied her life thereafter.
The Ethnic History of Cleveland
March 26, 6:30-7:30 p.m. • Bainbridge
Presented by Cuyahoga Community College, this program explores the ethnic history of Cleveland through a narrative of the many groups that migrated to the area during the 19th and early 20th centuries. Learn about the places they worked, the neighborhoods they developed and the effect they had on the city’s history.
Library Led Discussions
No registration is required.
- Virtual, March 26, 7-8 p.m., “West With Giraffes” by Lynda Rutledge
- Middlefield, March 31, 7-8 p.m., “Culpability: A Novel” by Bruce Holsinger
- Geauga West, April 1, 7-8 p.m., “The Correspondent” by Virginia Evans
Puzzle Exchange
March 28, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Geauga West
Exchange gently used puzzles in good condition with no missing pieces for new-to-you-used puzzles. Registration is not required.
Early American Portraits
March 28, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. • Chardon
Ohio State University’s 2025–26 Artist Laureate Kate Shannon will present “When This You See Remember Me, Exploring early American Portraits” from Ohio State University’s Rare Books & Manuscripts Library. The program examines the emotional and historical significance of cased portraits, including themes of memory, preservation and the evolving role of photographs in modern lives. Participants may stay afterward to work with Shannon and library staff to scan and save analog photos to a USB drive for sharing and preservation.
