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Friends of the Library Booksale

05/06/2024 @ 9:30am to 05/11/2024 @ 12:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library Sponsored
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

The Friends of the Library book sale begins on Monday with the Friends Preview morning (9:30am - 1:00pm) and is open to the public after that during Library operating hours through...

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored
Event Details:

The Friends of the Library book sale begins on Monday with the Friends Preview morning (9:30am - 1:00pm) and is open to the public after that during Library operating hours through Saturday 5/11 @ 12:00pm..

Homeschool Year-End Celebration

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Homeschool
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Homeschoolers who have been to more than one homeschool session this school year, join us for a celebration of all your hard work and accomplishments! 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Homeschool
Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

Homeschoolers who have been to more than one homeschool session this school year, join us for a celebration of all your hard work and accomplishments! 

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Guaranteed Seat

Reserved seats in an event are held for 5 minutes after the event start time.  After 5 minutes the Library cannot guarantee a reserved seat in an event.

Photography

There may be photography at this event.  Please contact the library staff at the event if you do not want to be photographed.

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Saucy Summer Aprons with the Cricut

Monday, May 13, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us to learn Cricut Maker basics and create a personalized apron fit for any pit master or chef! Aprons and all supplies will be provided to each registered participant. Please...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Makerspace
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join us to learn Cricut Maker basics and create a personalized apron fit for any pit master or chef! Aprons and all supplies will be provided to each registered participant. Please register for only one of the three offered sessions. 

Disclaimer(s)

Guaranteed Seat

Reserved seats in an event are held for 5 minutes after the event start time.  After 5 minutes the Library cannot guarantee a reserved seat in an event.

Photography

There may be photography at this event.  Please contact the library staff at the event if you do not want to be photographed.

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Tai Chi Easy For Seniors

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Seniors
Event Details:

Join Annamarie Pamphilis to explore the gentle art of Tai Chi, incorporating mindful movements, breathing practices, self-applied massage, and meditation. Generously sponsored by A...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join Annamarie Pamphilis to explore the gentle art of Tai Chi, incorporating mindful movements, breathing practices, self-applied massage, and meditation. Generously sponsored by ABC Grafton.  

Disclaimer(s)

Guaranteed Seat

Reserved seats in an event are held for 5 minutes after the event start time.  After 5 minutes the Library cannot guarantee a reserved seat in an event.

Photography

There may be photography at this event.  Please contact the library staff at the event if you do not want to be photographed.

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Board of Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, May 14, 2024 at 7:15pm - 8:15pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Trustee Meeting
GMPL Board of Trustees meeting:

The Grafton-Midview Public Library Board of Trustees meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:15 PM in the Meeting Room.  Board meetings are open to the public, please call the...

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Program Type: Trustee Meeting

The Grafton-Midview Public Library Board of Trustees meet the 2nd Tuesday of each month at 7:15 PM in the Meeting Room.  Board meetings are open to the public, please call the Library to confirm meetings if you plan on attending.  Other public meetings of the Board of Trustees are posted on the Grafton-Midview Public Library homepage.  Visit https://www.gmplibrary.org/board to meet the current trustees and view past meeting minutes. 

Homeschool Year-End Celebration

Wednesday, May 15, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Homeschool
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Homeschoolers who have been to more than one homeschool session this school year, join us for a celebration of all your hard work and accomplishments!

Open
Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Homeschool
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Homeschoolers who have been to more than one homeschool session this school year, join us for a celebration of all your hard work and accomplishments!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Guaranteed Seat

Reserved seats in an event are held for 5 minutes after the event start time.  After 5 minutes the Library cannot guarantee a reserved seat in an event.

Photography

There may be photography at this event.  Please contact the library staff at the event if you do not want to be photographed.

Grafton Gathers

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Program, Video Games/ Other Games
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

A social time for adult and senior patrons to gather and work on craft projects together, share stories, and play games. 

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Program, Video Games/ Other Games
Event Details:

A social time for adult and senior patrons to gather and work on craft projects together, share stories, and play games. 

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Level-Up Gaming and Anime

Thursday, May 16, 2024 at 5:45pm - 7:45pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Anime & Manga, Video Games/ Other Games
Age Group:
Adults
Event Details:

Each month we'll host a unique event designed around games, anime, trivia, role playing or puzzles for an evening of fun and socializing. Each event will be followed by a laid-back...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Anime & Manga, Video Games/ Other Games
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Each month we'll host a unique event designed around games, anime, trivia, role playing or puzzles for an evening of fun and socializing.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Guaranteed Seat

Reserved seats in an event are held for 5 minutes after the event start time.  After 5 minutes the Library cannot guarantee a reserved seat in an event.

Photography

There may be photography at this event.  Please contact the library staff at the event if you do not want to be photographed.

Paper sculpture

FAVA BYOB Paper Sculpture

Friday, May 17, 2024 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join FAVA of Oberlin to learn about and make a paper sculpture. All supplies provided. You must be 21 or over to attend.

Open
Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 4
Event Details:

Join FAVA of Oberlin to learn about and make a paper sculpture. All supplies provided. You must be 21 or over to attend.

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Guaranteed Seat

Reserved seats in an event are held for 5 minutes after the event start time.  After 5 minutes the Library cannot guarantee a reserved seat in an event.

Photography

There may be photography at this event.  Please contact the library staff at the event if you do not want to be photographed.

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Integrated Pest Management, what is it and how to use it in the home garden

Monday, May 20, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Integrated pest management is the idea of using multiple pest management methods to regulate pest and disease pressure in our fields and gardens. IPM balances pest management goals...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Special Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 21
Event Details:

Integrated pest management is the idea of using multiple pest management methods to regulate pest and disease pressure in our fields and gardens.

Disclaimer(s)

Guaranteed Seat

Reserved seats in an event are held for 5 minutes after the event start time.  After 5 minutes the Library cannot guarantee a reserved seat in an event.

Photography

There may be photography at this event.  Please contact the library staff at the event if you do not want to be photographed.

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Always Learning at the Library

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
ALWAYS Learning at the Library:

Join the Library and Grafton's own Always Best Care Senior Services for a weekly educational program, fun games, and included FREE lunch. Come and meet other seniors, socialize, an...

Event Details:

Mark Valencic presents Birds of NE Ohio via Zoom. Did you know that more than 50 species of birds travel hundreds, even thousands, of miles each spring just to raise a family in NE...

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join the Library and Grafton's own Always Best Care Senior Services for a weekly educational program, fun games, and included FREE lunch. Come and meet other seniors, socialize, and learn about all the great assistance available in your own community on a variety of topics!

Mark Valencic presents Birds of NE Ohio via Zoom. Did you know that more than 50 species of birds travel hundreds, even thousands, of miles each spring just to raise a family in NE Ohio?

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photography

There may be photography at this event.  Please contact the library staff at the event if you do not want to be photographed.

TechBytes: Home Improvement Reference Source

Tuesday, May 21, 2024 at 6:00pm - 6:30pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join one of the Library's Information Desk staff as they go through the basics of how to search individual library databases. No registration is required, just drop in!

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Technology Class
Event Details:

Join one of the Library's Information Desk staff as they go through the basics of how to search individual library databases. No registration is required, just drop in!

Disclaimer(s)

Photography

There may be photography at this event.  Please contact the library staff at the event if you do not want to be photographed.

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Book It! Monthly Book Discussion

Thursday, May 23, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Book It! Monthly Book Discussion:

Join us every month for a lively discussion of a chosen book. Copies of the book are available to pick up from the library approximately one month prior to the meeting.  ...

Event Details:

May’s title is The Beekeeper of Aleppo by Christy Lefteri – the unforgettable love story of a mother blinded by loss and her husband who insists on their surviv...

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join us every month for a lively discussion of a chosen book. 

Copies of the book are available to pick up from the library approximately one month prior to the meeting.  Please call the library at 440-926-3317 with questions or to check on book availability.

May’s title is The Beekeeper of Aleppo by Christy Lefteri – the unforgettable love story of a mother blinded by loss and her husband who insists on their survival as they undertake the Syrian refugee trail to Europe.

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All Day
Grafton-Midview Public Library

The Library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

Closing
Branches:
Grafton-Midview Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

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All Day
Grafton-Midview Public Library

The library is closed in observance of Memorial Day.

Closing
Branches:
Grafton-Midview Public Library
Description:

The library is closed in observance of Memorial Day.

Pet Rock Adoption Agency

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
Childrens Area at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Welcome to our Pet Rock Adoption Program, where companionship comes in all shapes and sizes! Discover the joy of bringing home your very own rock friend and watch as they become a ...

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Childrens Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Welcome to our Pet Rock Adoption Program, where companionship comes in all shapes and sizes! Discover the joy of bringing home your very own rock friend and watch as they become a cherished member of your family.

Sidewalk Adventure in Chalk

Saturday, June 1, 2024 at 10:00am - 4:00pm
No Space at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Family Program
Event Details:

Transform your assigned sidewalk square into a vibrant adventure of your choosing, as we turn the walkway into a collective masterpiece of imagination and color. Unleash your creat...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: No Space
Age Group: Family Program
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Transform your assigned sidewalk square into a vibrant adventure of your choosing, as we turn the walkway into a collective masterpiece of imagination and color. Unleash your creativity and take the lead in this interactive and artistic event.

Disclaimer(s)

Guaranteed Seat

Reserved seats in an event are held for 5 minutes after the event start time.  After 5 minutes the Library cannot guarantee a reserved seat in an event.

Photography

There may be photography at this event.  Please contact the library staff at the event if you do not want to be photographed.

Closed

All Day
Grafton-Midview Public Library

The Library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

Closing
Branches:
Grafton-Midview Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

Cheers to 80 Years

Community Photo Collection

All Day 6/3 - 7/3
No Space at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join us in celebrating Cheers to 80 Years by dropping off photos you've taken at library events! Receive 1 Summer Reading ticket for every photo you donate to our community ph...

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: No Space
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: History
Event Details:

Join us in celebrating Cheers to 80 Years by dropping off photos you've taken at library events! Receive 1 Summer Reading ticket for every photo you donate to our community photo display.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography

There may be photography at this event.  Please contact the library staff at the event if you do not want to be photographed.

Family Story Time

Monday, June 3, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Join us for a family story time where we will journey through enchanting tales and adventures with songs, rhymes, and fun! 

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a family story time where we will journey through enchanting tales and adventures with songs, rhymes, and fun! 

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.

Senior Citizens smiling

Always Learning at the Library

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
ALWAYS Learning at the Library:

Join the Library and Grafton's own Always Best Care Senior Services for a weekly educational program, fun games, and included FREE lunch. Come and meet other seniors, socialize, an...

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Join the Library and Grafton's own Always Best Care Senior Services for a weekly educational program, fun games, and included FREE lunch. Come and meet other seniors, socialize, and learn about all the great assistance available in your own community on a variety of topics!

Disclaimer(s)

Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

Photography

There may be photography at this event.  Please contact the library staff at the event if you do not want to be photographed.

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Friends of the Library Meeting

Tuesday, June 4, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library Meeting
Friends of the Library meeting:

The GMPL regular monthly Friends meetings on the first Tuesday evening of the month are always open to the public.  If you are interested in joining the Friends of the Library...

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Program Type: Friends of the Library Meeting

The GMPL regular monthly Friends meetings on the first Tuesday evening of the month are always open to the public.  If you are interested in joining the Friends of the Library, visit their site at https://www.gmplibrary.org/friends or pick up an application at the Customer Service Desk in the Library.

The Friends of the Grafton Midview Public Library is a 501C3, non-profit organization of area residents.

Our purpose is to promote interest in the Grafton-Midview Public Library and to improve and expand their services to our community.  Friends provide financial and volunteer help and actively participate in Library functions.

Iditarod Trail Sled Dog Race

MUSH, with Noggin, the Sled Dog

Wednesday, June 5, 2024 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Discover the exhilarating world of sled dog racing with three-time Iditarod participant Karen Land and her Alaskan husky, Noggin. Explore the unique experience of steering a loaded...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Discover the exhilarating world of sled dog racing with three-time Iditarod participant Karen Land and her Alaskan husky, Noggin.

Disclaimer(s)

Photography

There may be photography at this event.  Please contact the library staff at the event if you do not want to be photographed.

Baby Story Time

Baby Story Time

Thursday, June 6, 2024 at 10:00am - 10:30am
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Baby Story Time:

Introduce the world of stories, songs, rhymes, and lap bounces! For babies, birth to 18 months with a caregiver.

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime

Introduce the world of stories, songs, rhymes, and lap bounces! For babies, birth to 18 months with a caregiver.

Disclaimer(s)

Accompanying Adults

This program is designed for children and accompanying adults. Please plan to attend and be engaged with your child for this program. Drop offs will not be permitted.