Geauga County Public Library
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Jim Gill Family Concert
July 18, 6-8 p.m.
Jim Gill, nationally-acclaimed musician and author, will be performing at an active sing-along, clap-along concert for the whole family.
Held offsite at Oberland Park, 14639 Auburn Road, Newbury Township, the program is funded by the Geauga County Library Foundation.
Bainbridge Branch
17222 Snyder Road, Bainbridge Township, 440-543-5611.
On Gossamer Wings
July 18, 7 p.m.
Explore the interesting life cycles and enjoy the beauty of Geauga County’s butterflies and moths.
Read, Hike, Create
July 22, 10 a.m.
Children ages 3 to 5 with a caregiver will welcome summer by reading a book, taking a short “nature hike,” and creating a take-home craft.
Exploring the Solar System
July 22, 7 p.m.
Presented by The Chagrin Valley Astronomical Society.
Girl Scouts Badge-in-a-Day
July 23, 2-4 p.m.
Girl Scout Juniors can earn their Space Science Investigator badge in an afternoon. All troops are welcome.
Hoarding
July 23, 7 – 8:30 p.m.
Based on the hit show “Hoarders” on A&E, the presentation takes a deeper look into hoarding and provides an in-depth look at the dangers involved.
Chair Yoga
July 25, 2-3:15 p.m.
Bring a yoga mat and beach towels or blankets.
Teen Movie Night
July 25, 6 – 9 p.m.
Join for “Back to the Future” and walking tacos.
Chardon Branch
110 East Park St., Chardon, 440-285-7601.
Adult Coloring Club
July 19, 2-3:30 p.m.
July 22, 7-8:30 p.m.
Experience the relaxing benefits of coloring. Materials and light refreshments provided.
Quilt Block Party
July 20, 10-11:30 a.m.
Explore improvisational quilt block piecing techniques. Discover how to play with color, line and form. Class will be a lecture and demonstration, so no machines are required, but bring show and tell projects.
One Giant Leap Party
July 20, 2-4 p.m.
Celebrate the 50th anniversary of the first walk on the moon. Enjoy games, snacks and photo opportunities. All ages.
Sew a Star or Alien
July 22, 2:30 p.m.
Teens in grades 6-12 can craft a star or alien beanbag by hand-sewing with crafting felt. Materials and snacks provided.
Dance Party
July 23, 2 p.m.
Homeschooling families may join for an entertaining afternoon learning new dances and old favorites. All ages and families welcome.
A Universe of Stories
July 24, 7 p.m.
Cheryl McClellan, GCPL genealogist, will show how to find one’s U.S. ancestors’ stories using clues in the census columns.
Cookbook Club
July 25, 7 p.m.
July is National Culinary Arts Month. Show off one’s all-time favorite recipe and bring a sample to share with the group.
Geauga West Branch
13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, 440-729-4250.
Friends of the Library Book Sale
July 24-27
The Geauga West Friends of the Library summer book sale begins July 24 with a members-only preview from 4-6 p.m. Memberships are available at the door. The public sale follows from 6-8:30 p.m.
The sale continues July 25, 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; July 26, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; and July 27, which is $5 Bag Day, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
There are thousands of new and gently used adult, young adult and children’s books, puzzles and audio/video items.
Exploration Station
July 25, 2 p.m.
Children entering grades 3-5 are encouraged to discover and investigate art, science and nature.
Avoiding Mistakes in Retirement
July 25, 7 p.m.
Identify and avoid eight retirement mistakes. Presented by Wells Fargo Advisors. Heavy appetizers served.
