Geauga County Public Library
Unite with other needle-based artists in a friendly environment where the night's goal is to laugh, have fun and craft...
Programs require registration unless otherwise noted. Include an email and phone number when registering for programs to receive updates about all programs. Visit www.geaugalibrary.net.
Crafting Nights
May 2, 7-8:30 p.m. • Chardon
Unite with other needle-based artists in a friendly environment where the night’s goal is to laugh, have fun and craft.
Storytimes
Join for a storytime that is sure to engage, connect and inspire children with their imagination. A complete list of upcoming storytime programs is available to view on the website’s programs calendar.
Discussion Groups
No registration is required.
- Geauga West, May 2, 2 p.m., “Citizen Kane” (1941)
- Chardon, May 10, 3:30 p.m., “Lawrence of Arabia” (1962)
- Chardon, May 11, 2 p.m., “The Elfstones of Shannara” by Terry Brooks
- Bainbridge, May 13, 10 a.m. and 2 p.m., “Friends, Lovers, and the Big Terrible Thing” by Matthew Perry
- Chardon, May 15, 7 p.m., “The Vanishing Half” by Brit Bennett
New Passport Fair
May 4, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. • Bainbridge
GCPL has partnered with the Geauga County Clerk of Courts to provide a one-stop shopping experience to help one complete the necessary steps to get a passport. Visit the website for information. No registration is required.
Fashion Timeline: 200 Years of Fashion History
May 4, 2 p.m. • Middlefield
Kent State professor Sara Hume will discuss the major changes in fashion over the past two centuries while drawing from KSU’s world-class collection of historic fashion.
Continuum of Care Presentation
May 6, 2 p.m. • Bainbridge
Join Assisted Living Locators for a free educational program featuring a panel of experts who can help answer questions about resources available for seniors and their families.
Human Trafficking Prevention
May 6, 6:30 p.m. • Middlefield
Laura Bartchak, executive director of the Harriet Tubman Movement, will discuss the Harriet Tubman Movement’s mission to help human trafficking victims heal and achieve freedom.
Look & Learn Library Databases
May 10, 10-11:30 a.m. • Bainbridge
Learn how to use the library’s digital language learning resources, Rosetta Stone and Mango Languages, like a pro with help from trained library staff.
Geauga County Library Foundation’s Book Donation Day
May 11, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. • Offsite
Drive up, drop off and donate unwanted books to the Geauga County Library Foundation. Bring any gently used or new books to the Geauga County Fairgrounds near Gate 1 and help the Foundation restock its book sale supply. Visit the website for more information.
“My Dear Mrs. Garfield”
May 11, 2 p.m. • Virtual
Log in through Zoom to learn about President Garfield’s death and hear excerpts from sympathy letters Lucretia Garfield received after his assassination.
Stress Relief Through Creative Mindfulness
May 14, 2 p.m. • Geauga West
Discover how to reduce stress and stay in the moment through art with Elizabeth Bolander from the Fairmount Center for the Arts.
Special Education Workshop for Parents
May 15, 6:30-8:30 p.m. • Administrative Center
Join The Learning Disabilities Association of Ohio and learn more about special education procedures, evaluations, IEPs and parental rights.
