Geauga County Public Library
Preserve memories with the Mobile Memory Lab, comprised of scanners, reel-to-reel film converter, vinyl record recorder, microphones and software to convert analog materials to digital files.
Programs require registration unless otherwise noted. Visit www.geaugalibrary.net.
Administrative Center Branch
12701 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon, 440-286-6811.
Mobile Memory Lab Orientation
Dec. 11, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Preserve memories with the Mobile Memory Lab, comprised of scanners, reel-to-reel film converter, vinyl record recorder, microphones and software to convert analog materials to digital files. Orientation covers how to use these items and provides hands-on training. Attendance is mandatory before booking appointments with the lab.
Celebrate the Holidays
Dec. 8, 1-3 p.m.
Join for a day of festive fun. Enjoy crafts and refreshments from 12:30-2 p.m., Rascal the Raccoon from 1-1:30 p.m.; Santa’s elves and children book giveaway from 1:30-2 p.m.; andChardon Polka Band concert from 2-3 p.m.
Mobile Services
16167 East High St., Middlefield, 440-632-9496.
Fun Bus in Thompson
Dec. 8, 6:30 – 8 p.m.
Hop aboard the Fun Bus at the tree lighting on Thompson Square, 6741 Madison Road. Check out books, return materials, place holds or stop by to say hello to our friendly library staff.
Bainbridge Branch
17222 Snyder Road, Bainbridge Township, 440-543-5611.
Reading to Rover
Dec. 7, 11 or 11:30 a.m.
Children in grades K-3 will read out loud to a therapy dog.
Little Yogis
Dec. 8, 2 p.m.
Children ages 3-5 will participate in a yoga session with a certified, licensed OT yoga instructor.
Ohio Ice Age Animals
Dec. 10, 4 p.m.
A Geauga Park District naturalist will talk to children grades 2 and up about glacial landforms that have preserved Ice Age animal remains in the Great Lakes region, including mastodons in Geauga County.
Chair Yoga
Dec. 12, 2 p.m.
Join local yoga instructor Ann Vickers for a class in which postures are adaptations of traditional yoga poses. Bring a yoga mat and beach towels or blankets.
FIN One-on-One Clinics
Dec. 12, 2-4 p.m.
Schedule a 30-minute one-on-one tech clinic to start using the Funding Information Network.
Chardon Branch
110 East Park St., Chardon, 440-285-7601.
Home for the Holidays
Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Stop by the library for adults’ and children’s crafts, refreshments, classic holiday movies, and a fun photo booth.
Office Hours with Rep. Patterson
Dec. 9, 1-2:30 p.m.
State Rep. John Patterson hosts office hours for residents to learn about and discuss state legislative issues. All are welcome to attend.
Teen Gaming Group
Dec. 9, 4 p.m.
Teen in grades 6-12 may play the library’s Nintendo Switch and old-school board and card games. Snacks. No registration required.
Science of Cookies
Dec. 12, 4 p.m.
Youth in grades 3-5 will use hands-on experiments to discover the science behind how cookies work and why they are so delicious.
Geauga West Branch
13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, 440-729-4250.
Holiday Music Recital
Dec. 7, 2 p.m.
Join us for an afternoon of live music featuring students who study at Fairmount Center for the Arts. From piano, to voice, to ukulele, a variety of performers will create a delightful afternoon of music. Refreshments will be provided.
Little Red Riding Hood
Dec. 8, 2-4 p.m.
Professional puppeteers from Great Lakes National Puppet Theater will present this classic. Children will have the opportunity to construct their own puppet after the performance.
Holiday Trailblazers
Dec. 9, 6:30 p.m.
Christmas Cookies and Crafts
Dec. 10, 3:30 p.m.
Teens in grades 6-12 will decorate and eat cookies while making holiday crafts.
Avoiding Mistakes in Retirement
Dec. 10, 7 p.m.
Identify and avoid eight retirement mistakes. Presented by Wells Fargo Advisors. Heavy appetizers will be served.
Kombucha Level 2
Dec. 10, 7-8:30 p.m.
In Beyond the Brew, Learn about flavoring in a second fermentation and using the brew beyond the beverage. We’ll discuss vinegars, botanicals, fermented foods, cleaners, and more. Take home a bottle of infused kombucha vinegar and detailed guide. Materials fee is $10.
Estate Planning Basics
Dec. 11, noon
Learn five key estate planning documents, the people one needs to identify and steps to take to establish an estate plan. Presented by Wells Fargo Advisors and The Wheelock Law Firm. Lunch will be served.
Middlefield Branch
16167 East High St., Middlefield, 440-632-1961.
Christmas Film Festival
Wednesdays, 6-8:30 p.m.
Dec. 11: Romantic Christmas
Dec. 18: Classic Christmas
Join for three different holiday movie nights and participate in Christmas bingo while enjoying the films. Popcorn will be provided. No registration is required.
Genealogy Research
Dec. 7, 10:30 a.m. to noon
One’s ancestor’s real estate and/or personal property tax records and tax maps can provide location, family configuration and sometimes an approximate death date. Learn how to augment census data in building one’s ancestor’s profile.
Post-it Note Art
Dec. 11, 1:30 p.m.
Youth in grades 5-12 will make art with post-it notes.
