Geauga County Public Library
Geauga County Early Intervention/Help Me Grow presents a fun-filled morning of art and sensory exploration for infants and toddlers up to 3 years old with a caregiver.
Programs require registration unless otherwise noted. Visit www.geaugalibrary.net.
Bainbridge Branch
17222 Snyder Road, Bainbridge Township, 440-543-5611.
Help Me Grow
Nov. 15, 10 a.m.
Geauga County Early Intervention/Help Me Grow presents a fun-filled morning of art and sensory exploration for infants and toddlers up to 3 years old with a caregiver.
Meet Frozen‘s Elsa
Nov. 16, 11 a.m. to noon
Meet Elsa from “Frozen” and get ready for the cinematic release of “Frozen 2.”
Thanksgiving at the Library
Nov. 18, 10 a.m.
Celebrate Thanksgiving at the library with stories, crafts and treats.
Duct Tape Fun
Nov. 20, 4 p.m.
Teens in grades 6-12 will be creative with duct tape.
Needle Arts Club
Nov. 21, 2-3:15 p.m.
Work on a project or learn a new skill in a friendly, informal atmosphere. Bring yarn, hook or knitting needles. Size H crochet hook and size 8 knitting needles are recommended. Borrow the library’s materials for the session and try it out. All skill levels are welcome.
Chardon Branch
110 East Park St., Chardon, 440-285-7601.
Totally Radical Murder Mystery
Nov. 16, 5-8 p.m.
In an interactive program, travel back to the 1980s to solve a mystery at a high school reunion. All participants will be assigned a role. Costumes encouraged. Sponsored by the Chardon Friends of the Library.
Gaming Party
Nov. 20, 2 p.m.
Homeschool students in grades K-5 are welcome.
Follow Those Black Bears
Nov. 21, 4 p.m.
Youth in grades K-2 will enjoy interactive, dramatic bear stories and make bear masks.
Books on Tough Topics
Nov. 23, 10:30 a.m. to noon
Parents and caregivers can join us to discuss books that can be used to cover difficult subjects with their children. During the discussion, children can participate in fun activities in a separate space.
Geauga West Branch
13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, 440-729-4250.
Autumn Book Sale
Nov. 14-16
Geauga West Friends of the Library autumn book sale runs Thursday, 9 a.m. to 8:30 p.m.; Friday, 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m.; and Saturday, 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.
Bananagrams
Nov. 14, 1-3 p.m.
Join for Bananagrams, a twist on the game of Scrabble. Bring a favorite banana recipe to share. Refreshments provided.
Screening of Knife Skills
Nov. 19, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Join for a screening of “Knife Skills,” a film by Academy Award winner Thomas Lennon. The film focuses on the launch of Edwin’s, a world-class French restaurant in Cleveland, where most of the staff are just out of prison. A staff member from Edwin’s will be present to explain their mission and answer questions.
Freedom and Patriotism
Nov. 20, 7 p.m.
Vietnam War veteran and retired newspaper editor Dave Lange will discuss freedom, patriotism, and his coming-of-age memoir, “Virginity Lost in Vietnam.”
Healthy Sleep
Nov. 21, 2 p.m.
Presented by Experts from the University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center will discuss the importance of healthy sleep.
Middlefield Branch
16167 East High St., Middlefield, 440-632-1961.
Help Me Grow Screenings
Nov. 19, 9 a.m. to noon
The Geauga County Early Intervention Program will host a developmental screening day.
Stop Motion Movie
Nov. 20, 1:30 p.m.
Youth in grades 5-12 will make a short stop motion movie.
Newbury Branch
14775 Auburn Road, Newbury, 440-564-7552.
WWII and Normandy Invasion
Nov. 16, 1 p.m.
To honor the 75th anniversary of the World War II Normandy Invasion, retired firefighter Peter Booth will re-enact what members of the Fifth Ranger Infantry experienced. He will also show memorabilia that belonged to his parents, who both served in the war.
