Geauga County Public Library
Drop in for a photo-op with The Very Hungry Caterpillar, fun activities and a snack.
Programs require registration unless otherwise noted. Visit www.geaugalibrary.net.
System-Wide Events
The Very Hungry Caterpillar
Geauga West: Feb. 11, 11:30 a.m.
Middlefield: Feb. 13, 4 p.m.
Bainbridge (Off-site: Centerville Mills Lakeside Building, 8552 Crackel Road) Feb. 14, 11 a.m.
Chardon: Feb. 16, 2 p.m.
Drop in for a photo-op with The Very Hungry Caterpillar, fun activities and a snack.
Bainbridge Branch
17222 Snyder Road, Bainbridge Township, 440-543-5611.
Rug Hooking for Beginners
Feb. 10, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Learn how to rug hook with a beginner’s Valentine heart mug rug. Bring a 10-inch embroidery hoop. Materials fee is $20.
Try it Tuesday
Feb. 11, 4 p.m.
Youth in grades K-3 with a caregiver will have Mardi Gras fun.
Chair Yoga
Feb. 13, 2- 3:15 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.
Chardon Branch
110 East Park St., Chardon, 440-285-7601.
Scrapbooking Crop
Feb. 8, 9:30 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The library’s Ellison die machine will be available.
Office Hours With Rep. Patterson
Feb. 10, 1-2:30 p.m.
Residents can learn about and discuss state legislative issues as well as raise concerns or questions.
Teen Gaming Group
Feb. 10, 4 p.m.
Teens in grades 6-12 may play the library’s Nintendo Switch and old-school board and card games. Snacks provided.
Movie Tuesdays
Feb. 11, 4-6 p.m.
Join us for a family-friendly movie. Popcorn provided.
Color Zoo
Feb. 12, 2-2:30 p.m.
Youth ages 3-5 will enjoy stories and playtime with our collection of colorful animals.
Genealogy Resources
Feb. 13, 10 a.m.
Geauga County genealogy and history researchers will be amazed at the wealth of information in the Anderson Allyn Room. Learn what is available and how to use the microfilm reader.
Lego Fun
Feb. 13, 4 p.m.
Feb. 17, 6:30 p.m.
Youth in grades K-5 will practice engineering, math and creative skills.
Soap Making Workshops
Feb. 13, 6 p.m.
Learn the evolution and science of soap while observing the cold process making of handcrafted soap. Learn how to create plant-based, natural and eco-friendly soaps.
Geauga West Branch
13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township, 440-729-4250.
Wine and Chocolate Pairing
Feb. 7, 6 p.m.
Join for a date night or just to enjoy chocolate and wine. Must be 21 or over only.
Clarence Bozeman
Feb. 7, 6 p.m.
This workshop, led by Clarence Bozeman, personal driver to Dr. Martin Luther King Jr., will take attendees on an independent investigation to ask “Am I a good Civil Rights advocate?” Mr. Bozeman will share his experiences from the Civil Rights Era in America and his work with Dr. Martin Luther King Jr. The workshop is intended for students in high school through adult age.
The Youngstown Tune Up
Feb. 11, 7 p.m.
Continue the journey into Robert Kennedy’s life with Kent State professor Molly Sergi, as she discusses Kennedy’s time as U.S. Attorney General and his experience dealing with organized crime.
Sit and Knit
Feb. 13 and 27, 10-11:30 a.m.
Join other knitters in conversation while knitting. Supplies not included.
Third-Grade Thursdays
Feb. 13, 6 p.m.
Reinforce reading skills with fun stories and activities.
Reiki Share
Feb. 13, 6:30 p.m.
Join for Reiki share and improve one’s skills. Facilitated by Reiki master teacher.
Wildlife Detectives
Feb. 13, 7-7:45 p.m.
Youth in grades K-3 will study various types of wildlife evidence as clues that reveal animal presence and activity.
Middlefield Branch
16167 East High St., Middlefield, 440-632-1961.
Help Me Grow
Feb. 7, 10 a.m.
Geauga County Early Intervention/Help me Grow presents a fun-filled hour of sensory exploration with You and Me Art.
Homeschool Art 1
Feb. 7, 2 p.m.
Youth in grades K-4 will study and learn about Andy Warhol.
Passport Fair
Feb. 8, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
GCPL has partnered with the staff of the Geauga County Clerk of Courts to provide one-stop shopping to help one complete the necessary forms, certify the paperwork and send it in. See the website for information and what to bring.
Chess Club
Feb. 12, 1:30 p.m.
Youth in grades 5-12 will learn the lingo of chess to the tactics as well as basics and strategies.
Valentine’s Movie Night
Feb. 12, 6-8 p.m.
Celebrate Valentine’s Day at the library with a showing of 2005’s “Pride and Prejudice.” Popcorn provided. No registration required.
