Storytimes near Geauga County Public Library System

Messy Program Room, Bainbridge Branch

Listen to stories and music, then create fun crafts while building literacy skills at our family fun storytime. All ages with caregiver. No registration needed.

Geauga West Branch

Ages 0-18 months with a caregiver Join us for stories, songs, and rhymes.

Middlefield Branch

Age 18-36 months, with a caregiver. Join us for stories, songs, and movement! NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED.

Community Meeting Room, Thompson Branch

Grades 4-8 Step up to the plate for a creative afternoon of art and design! In this hands-on workshop, students in grades 4–8 will create their very own string art baseball using nails, string, and a wooden board. No prior experience is needed — just bring your creativity and love of baseball! All materials will be provided. Perfect for sports fans, art lovers, and anyone who enjoys making something unique with their own hands. Registration required.

Chardon Branch

Need extra assistance with a device or software? Come into the Tech Help and we will have one of our tech-savvy staff see how they can help! This is a drop-in, first come first serve system. No registration required, but you may be asked to come to another session if there is not enough time. Things we can help with: Accessing library digital services on your device, including using our catalog Connecting your device to the library's free Wi-Fi Printing from your device to library printers Basic use of an iPad, Kindle, Android tablets, smartphones, and smart watches Installing apps Setting adjustments Basic use of a computer, laptop, or the internet Mouse and keyboard skills Microsoft and Google services Basic Internet browsing and usage Setting up an email, social media, or other account and basic usage

Middlefield Branch

Grades K-5 Learn more about Lady Liberty from her crown to her right foot. Make your own crown and torch.

Messy Program Room, Bainbridge Branch

Grades 6-12 Spend July learning how to make your own movie from start to finish. While learning about Hollywood’s storied history, we will write scripts, film scenes, and edit clips until you are left with a final product to show off at our Movie Premiere Night for your friends and family. July 9: Script Writing July 16: Filming July 23: Editing July 30: Movie Premiere (6:30 pm)

Eykyn Room, Geauga West Branch

This summer we'll be on the patio serving drinks that feature native Ohio fruits and locally grown herbs. Registration is not required, drop by any time during the program. July 9, 5:30-7 pm - Blueberry mint soda

Middlefield Branch

The Thursday Evening Book Discussion meets at 5:30 pm (2nd Thursdays). All are welcome! June 11th: A Change of Habit by Sister Monica Clare July 9th: The Astral Library by Kate Quinn Aug 13th: The Wives: A Memoir by Simone Gorrindo

Bostwick Room, Chardon Branch

Ages 0-5 with caregiver. All littles get saddled up and join us for some western fun! Registration required.

Community Meeting Room, Thompson Branch

Ages 3-5 years, with caregiver Join us for stories, crafts, and fun! No registration required.

Conference Room, Bainbridge Branch

This is the mandatory training session for the direct-to-garment printer in the Geauga County Public Library Maker Space. The training session includes a presentation, training videos and Q & A; following the training session, experience a hands-on demonstration of the machines in action. Print designs directly on to T-shirts, sweatshirts, tote bags, aprons, socks, cotton fabric and more. Learn the basic steps to use the sublimation printer so that you can create your own one-of-a-kind items. All ages welcome to attend the training session. Children under 12 need a guardian with them to use the sublimation printer. The guardian must also attend this training before helping a minor with the machine. If you will require assistance, the library recommends finding your own assistant, who must also attend mandatory training before working in the Maker Space. Must have an active Clevnet or Geauga County Public Library card to sign the user agreement at the end of the session. Reservations to use the machine cannot be made until after the user agreement is signed. Click the link below for the written tutorials for this specific equipment for reference.

Middlefield Branch

Participants of all ages will explore the basics of weaving using simple looms and colorful yarns. Children, teens, adults and families are welcome to learn and create together-one thread at a time!

Digital Legacy Lab Chardon, Chardon Branch

Looking for some help with the Digital Legacy Lab? Sign up for Consultation Hours and the Digitization Specialist will be available to assist. The Digitization Specialist can walk you step-by-step through the process of digitization, from using the machines to saving to your storage device. Save your memories for years to come! Don’t forget to bring in what you want to digitize and a USB drive to take all your new digital files home. You may bring one assistant, such as a family member or friend, to your appointment. The Digitization Specialist will not digitize your items for you.

Digital Legacy Lab Chardon, Chardon Branch

Looking for some help with the Digital Legacy Lab? Sign up for Consultation Hours and the Digitization Specialist will be available to assist. The Digitization Specialist can walk you step-by-step through the process of digitization, from using the machines to saving to your storage device. Save your memories for years to come! Don’t forget to bring in what you want to digitize and a USB drive to take all your new digital files home. You may bring one assistant, such as a family member or friend, to your appointment. The Digitization Specialist will not digitize your items for you.

Bostwick Room, Chardon Branch

This is the mandatory training session that covers the Cricut machines. The training session includes a presentation, training videos and Q & A; live demonstration of the machines is not included. The Cricut can cut paper, cardstock, vinyl, heat transfer (iron-on) vinyl, bonded fabric, and poster board. The Cricut Mug Press uses sublimation compatible mugs and infusible heat transfer sheets to make dishwasher-safe and beautiful unique mugs. Learn the basic steps to use these machines so that you can create your own one-of-a-kind items. All ages welcome to attend the training session. Children under 12 need a guardian with them to use the Cricut. The guardian must also attend this training before helping a minor with the machines. The guardian must also attend this training before helping a minor with the engraver. If you will require assistance, the library recommends finding your own assistant, who must also attend mandatory training before working in the Maker Space. This training applies to both the Bainbridge Maker Space and the Chardon Cricut Maker. Must have an active Clevnet or Geauga County Public Library card to sign the user agreement at the end of the session. Reservations to use the machine cannot be made until after the user agreement is signed. Click the link below for the written tutorials for this specific equipment for reference.

Messy Program Room, Bainbridge Branch

Laser Engrave your family name and assemble a custom Family Tree. This wood craft uses laser engraved leaves, hearts and trees to build your family tree. Then decorate with paint or scrapbook paper to make it even more unique. No experience with the Laser Engraver needed.

Geauga West Branch

Family Program Join us for stories, songs, and craft.

Chardon Branch

Age 18-36 months, with a caregiver. Join us for stories, songs, and movement!

Bainbridge Branch

Want some support with your first visits using the equipment in the Bainbridge Branch's Maker Space? Schedule your session during these hours so staff can offer extra help! No registration required. The staff member will be available to answer your questions. You must take the mandatory training and sign the user agreement before scheduling a session in the Inspiration Station. Machines include: Cricut Maker, direct-to-garment printer, embroidery machine, heat press, large format printer, laser engraver, and vinyl cutter. Although no training is necessary to use the sewing machines, staff can help with the sewing machines as well. Staff are happy to answer questions, offer suggestions for projects, and find resources for you during this time. Staff will not help with design or do any project for you.

Community Meeting Room, Thompson Branch

Open to families Warmer weather is here, so we are setting up outdoors for some hands on do it yourself arts and crafts. We bring the supplies, you bring the inspiration!! Things can get messy on Mondays, so dress appropriately. No registration required.

Middlefield Branch

Ages 3-5 with caregiver. Join us for stories, songs, and movement! NO REGISTRATION REQUIRED

Conference Room, Bainbridge Branch

The Last Flight: a novel by Julie Clark "Working for months on a plan to escape her secretly violent husband, Claire impulsively swaps airline tickets with a stranger also on the run before a fateful accident compels her to assume the other's identity." - NoveList No registration required.

Chardon Branch

Ages birth - 5 years, with a caregiver. Join us for stories, music, and fun!

Eykyn Room, Geauga West Branch

We partner with the Red Cross to offer blood drives all year long. The need for blood is constant and your contribution is important for a healthy and reliable blood supply. You’ll feel good knowing you've helped change a life. To register go to www.redcrossblood.org or call 1‐800‐733‐2767. Walk‐ins welcome!

Conference Room, Bainbridge Branch

The Last Flight: a novel by Julie Clark "Working for months on a plan to escape her secretly violent husband, Claire impulsively swaps airline tickets with a stranger also on the run before a fateful accident compels her to assume the other's identity." - NoveList No registration required.

Messy Program Room, Bainbridge Branch

Grades K-5 Join us as we decorate flower pots with red white and blue! Seeds will be provided to watch your plants grow.

Middlefield Branch

Grades K-5 Learn about the Bald Eagles, our nation's official bird.

Geauga West Branch

Grades 6-12 Create your own flower pot and plants flowers to take home!

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If you've ever wanted to discuss science fiction and fantasy books from the comfort of your home, this is the book club for you! We’ll be reading and talking about a variety of titles both old and new, so come along and tell us what you think! July 13th : Witches Abroad Terry Pratchett August 10th: Ink Blood Sister Scribe Emma Törzs