Geauga County Public Library
Prohibition made Cleveland a pretty tough town.
Programs require registration unless otherwise noted. Visit www.geaugalibrary.net.
Administrative Center Branch
12701 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon, 440-286-6811.
Mob Money and the Geauga Gamble
Nov. 7, 6:30–8 p.m.
Prohibition made Cleveland a pretty tough town. Learn about the solution to move mob operations across the county line.
Bainbridge Branch
17222 Snyder Road, Bainbridge Township, 440-543-5611.
Angelina Ballerina Day
Nov. 3, 2 p.m.
Youth in preK through fifth grade will learn some of Angelina Ballerina’s dance steps and enjoy stories and crafts.
Tween Art
Wednesdays, 4 p.m.
Youth in grades 4-8 will focus on Klimt-inspired paintings.
Film Discussion Club
Nov. 7, 2 p.m. or 7 p.m.
Join for discussion of some of “Sarah’s Key.” Popcorn will be provided. No registration required.
Land of Lakes and Ledges
Nov. 7, 7 p.m.
Take an imaginary 1900s trolley trip to Geauga County’s vacation spots and tourist stops as photographs and postcards illustrate this nostalgic tour of the once-upon-a-time resorts. Presented by Geauga Park District.
Chardon Branch
110 East Park St., Chardon, 440-285-7601.
Three Story Method
Nov. 6, 7 p.m.
Publishing veteran and bestselling author J. Thorn will share his proven system for developing a writing plan that will bridge the gap between a collection of random notes and a cohesive first draft.
Geauga West Branch
13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, 440-729-4250.
Sgt. Alvin York: A Walking Tour
Nov. 6, 7 p.m.
Sgt. Alvin York, although entering the army as a conscientious objector, is the most celebrated soldier of World War I, who single-handedly outshot an entire German machine gun battalion in the battle of Meuse-Argonne. Join historian Dennis Heritage as he presents a photographic walking tour of the place where it happened in France.
Sit and Knit
Nov. 7 and 21, 10-11:30 a.m.
Join other knitters in conversation while knitting one’s current project. Supplies not included. No registration required.
Eat Yourself Super
Nov. 7, 2 p.m.
Dr. Todd Pesek, Heinen’s chief medical officer, will talk about a realistic way to implement top plant-based super foods into one’s diet based on both medical research and experience. Take home recipes and sample Dr. Todd-approved, plant-based foods and drinks.
100 Years Ago
Nov. 7, 7 p.m.
During the years 1917 to 1919, World War I spirited away the male population, spread the worst influenza pandemic of modern times and set the stage for U.S. females to finally win the vote. Learn which records show how these events affected one’s family.
Autumn Book Sale
Nov. 13-16
Geauga West Friends of the Library autumn book sale begins Nov. 13 with a members’ preview from 4-6 p.m.; memberships are available at the door. The sale is then open to the public from 6-8:30 p.m.
The sale continues Nov. 14, 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Nov. 15, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; and Nov. 16, which is $5 bag day, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.
The sale is cash or check only; no credit cards. Veterans will receive a $5 voucher that may be used any day of the sale.
Middlefield Branch
16167 East High St., Middlefield, 440-632-1961.
Build With Legos
Nov. 5, 4 p.m.
Come to the library and build with Legos.
Make a Puppet
Nov. 9, 10 a.m.
Make a simple puppet to accompany a reading of “Old MacDonald.”
Newbury Branch
14775 Auburn Road, Newbury, 440-564-7552.
Polish Cooking With Kathy
Nov. 3, 2-4 p.m.
Get ready for the holidays with authentic Polish dishes. Bring a favorite Polish dish or recipe.
