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Night Ship

Book It! Monthly Book Discussion

Thursday, January 30, 2025 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:

January’s title is The Night Ship by Jess Kidd – an epic historical novel based on a true story that illuminates the lives of two characters: a girl shipwrecked...

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.

January’s title is The Night Ship by Jess Kidd – an epic historical novel based on a true story that illuminates the lives of two characters: a girl shipwrecked on an island off Western Australia and, three hundred yea

Monday Nights Photography

Filter Fun with Amy!

Monday, February 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Program, Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Learn how to use the filter selections in your camera or cellphone to take warm, cool, or black-and-white photos. Already taken the shot? Learn how to apply filters to your picture...

Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Program, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn how to use the filter selections in your camera or cellphone to take warm, cool, or black-and-white photos. Already taken the shot? Learn how to apply filters to your pictures to add drama or fun. Registration Required

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.

Slow Flow Yoga With Crescent Moon Yoga

Saturday, February 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library Sponsored, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Welcome to Slow Flow Yoga! Bring your own yoga mat or beach towel for a calming one-hour session of Slow Flow Yoga with Jill. In this class, you will focus on breathing & ...

Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Welcome to Slow Flow Yoga! Bring your own yoga mat or beach towel for a calming one-hour session of Slow Flow Yoga with Jill. In this class, you will focus on breathing & moving with the breath.

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.

Car Capital

WRHS - Cleveland: Car Capitol of the World

Monday, February 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library Sponsored, History
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

At one time, Cleveland was the automobile capitol of the world. Take a ride through the Western Reserve at the turn of the 20th Century and discover a treasure of Cleveland-made ve...

Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored, History
Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

At one time, Cleveland was the automobile capitol of the world. Take a ride through the Western Reserve at the turn of the 20th Century and discover a treasure of Cleveland-made vehicles. Sponsored by Read Between the Wines.

Lorain County Recorder logo

Afternoon Chat with County Recorder Mike Doran

Wednesday, February 12, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Financial & Legal, Special Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Lorain County Recorder Mike Doran will present an informational session on the wide array of services available to the public from the recorder's office. A question and answer sess...

Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Financial & Legal, Special Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Lorain County Recorder Mike Doran will present an informational session on the wide array of services available to the public from the recorder's office. A question and answer session will follow his presentation. Registration required.

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.

Level Up Gaming Pic!

Level-Up Gaming and Anime

Thursday, February 13, 2025 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
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...

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.

Tai Chi Easy With Coach Catherine

Saturday, February 15, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join Catherine Mangan to explore the gentle art of Medical Qigong, incorporating mindful movements, breathing practices, self-applied massage, and meditation. Sponsored by Read Bet...

Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join Catherine Mangan to explore the gentle art of Medical Qigong, incorporating mindful movements, breathing practices, self-applied massage, and meditation. Sponsored by Read Between the Wines

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.

Serene yoga image

Chair Yoga with Karen Jaynes

Monday, February 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library Sponsored, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Keep yourself limber and agile as you head into the New Year with Chair Yoga by Karen Jaynes! Practice mindfulness and guided breathing while combining the movements of yoga. Regis...

Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Keep yourself limber and agile as you head into the New Year with Chair Yoga by Karen Jaynes! Practice mindfulness and guided breathing while combining the movements of yoga. Registration required. Sponsored by Read Between the Wines.

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.

Monday Nights Photography

A Picture is Worth a Thousand Words!

Monday, February 17, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Program, Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Words, words, words! Learn how to add captions and words to your pictures for a time-capsule effect, comic strip, meme, or inspirational message for emails, social media, and print...

Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Program, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Words, words, words! Learn how to add captions and words to your pictures for a time-capsule effect, comic strip, meme, or inspirational message for emails, social media, and print. Registration Required.

Tai Chi Easy logo

Tai Chi Easy For Seniors

Tuesday, February 18, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

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

Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

​Join Catherine Mangan 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.

Moving Forward with Hope

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Special Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Share your loss of a spouse, parent, adult child, or sibling with others who are experiencing similar grief.

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

Share your loss of a spouse, parent, adult child, or sibling with others who are experiencing similar grief.

Christine Cochran

Forensic Genealogy: The New Frontier

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Genealogy
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Forensic genealogy is a new buzz-word these days. But what exactly is forensic genealogy? How is it applied? Who needs a forensic genealogist and why? This talk featuring seasoned ...

Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Genealogy
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Forensic genealogy is a new buzz-word these days. But what exactly is forensic genealogy? How is it applied? Who needs a forensic genealogist and why?

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.

Strength and Stability for Seniors

Monday, February 24, 2025 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library Sponsored, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

This course will address functional fitness for adults to help increase independence, improve quality of life, improve muscle mass and resilience for longevity. We will work on bal...

Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

This course will address functional fitness for adults to help increase independence, improve quality of life, improve muscle mass and resilience for longevity. We will work on balance, gait, strength, and power, while having fun!

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.

Last Animal

Book It! Monthly Book Discussion

Thursday, February 27, 2025 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:

February’s title is The Last Animal by Ramona Asubel – a playful, witty, and resonant novel in which a single mother named Jane and her two teen daughters engage in ...

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.

February’s title is The Last Animal by Ramona Asubel – a playful, witty, and resonant novel in which a single mother named Jane and her two teen daughters engage in a wild scientific experiment and discover themselves in th

murder mystery

Murder on the Tracks... An After Dark Murder Mystery Show

Friday, February 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library Sponsored, Special Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Murder, mystery, and trains! The Candlelight Mystery Players will take you through an exciting whodunnit on the Grafton Express. Dinner will be provided. BYOB. Must be 21 or over. ...

Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored, Special Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 45
Event Details:

Murder, mystery, and trains! The Candlelight Mystery Players will take you through an exciting whodunnit on the Grafton Express. Dinner will be provided. BYOB. Must be 21 or over. Generously sponsored by Read Between the Wines.

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.

Tai Chi Easy With Coach Catherine

Saturday, March 1, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join Catherine Mangan to explore the gentle art of Medical Qigong, incorporating mindful movements, breathing practices, self-applied massage, and meditation. Sponsored by Read Bet...

Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join Catherine Mangan to explore the gentle art of Medical Qigong, incorporating mindful movements, breathing practices, self-applied massage, and meditation. Sponsored by Read Between the Wines

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.

Monday Nights Photography

Cellphone Photography with Amy

Monday, March 3, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Program, Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Learn with Amy how to take your cellphone pictures to the next level! Topics will include adjusting the focus, exposure, and flash settings right from your camera app! Learn how to...

Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Program, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Learn with Amy how to take your cellphone pictures to the next level! Topics will include adjusting the focus, exposure, and flash settings right from your camera app!

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.

Tai Chi Easy logo

Tai Chi Easy For Seniors

Tuesday, March 4, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

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

Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

​Join Catherine Mangan 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.

Paper Cricut Creations

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Learn to make original and creative paper crafts using the Cricut Maker. All supplies will be provided. Please register for only one session. 

Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Learn to make original and creative paper crafts using the Cricut Maker. All supplies will be provided. Please register for only one session. 

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.

Paper Cricut Creations

Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Learn to make original and creative paper crafts using the Cricut Maker. All supplies will be provided. Please register for only one session. 

Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology Class
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Learn to make original and creative paper crafts using the Cricut Maker. All supplies will be provided. Please register for only one session. 

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.

Slow Flow Yoga With Crescent Moon Yoga

Saturday, March 8, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library Sponsored, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Welcome to Slow Flow Yoga! Bring your own yoga mat or beach towel for a calming one-hour session of Slow Flow Yoga with Jill. In this class, you will focus on breathing & ...

Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Welcome to Slow Flow Yoga! Bring your own yoga mat or beach towel for a calming one-hour session of Slow Flow Yoga with Jill. In this class, you will focus on breathing & moving with the breath.

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.

The Science of Sasquatch

Monday, March 10, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library Sponsored, Special Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Amy Bue will lead a discussion about the current Sasquatch studies going on looking for the elusive creature as well as tell stories from Ohio and Beyond. The program will be 1-hou...

Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored, Special Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

Amy Bue will lead a discussion about the current Sasquatch studies going on looking for the elusive creature as well as tell stories from Ohio and Beyond. The program will be 1-hour followed by a Q&A. Registration required.

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.

Cats at an antique fair

Curious Curios... Antiques Roadshow at GMPL

Thursday, March 13, 2025 at 2:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
History, Special Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Gregg Mazurek and his wife Laurel from Collectors Gallery will host another Antiques Appraisal Fair where you can find out what that vase Aunt Martha left you is worth. Bring ...

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

Gregg Mazurek and his wife Laurel from Collectors Gallery will host another Antiques Appraisal Fair where you can find out what that vase Aunt Martha left you is worth. 

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.

Serene yoga image

Chair Yoga with Karen Jaynes

Monday, March 17, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Friends of the Library Sponsored, Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Keep yourself limber and agile as you head into the New Year with Chair Yoga by Karen Jaynes! Practice mindfulness and guided breathing while combining the movements of yoga. Regis...

Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored, Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Keep yourself limber and agile as you head into the New Year with Chair Yoga by Karen Jaynes! Practice mindfulness and guided breathing while combining the movements of yoga. Registration required. Sponsored by Read Between the Wines.

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.