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Christmas Around the World Holly Jolly Gingerbread Competition

All Day 10/18 - 11/24
No Space at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Program
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

GMPL is participating in a county-wide library gingerbread competition sponsored by Christmas Around the World. Bring your any shape, any size "around-the-world" themed gingerbread...

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: No Space
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Program
Event Details:

GMPL is participating in a county-wide library gingerbread competition sponsored by Christmas Around the World. Bring your any shape, any size "around-the-world" themed gingerbread creation to the library between November 10-14.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Remembering our Military Members Tree Display

All Day 11/1 - 1/6
No Space at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, History, Special Program
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

Stop by beginning November 1 - January 6 to view our special Military Members tree. If you created an ornament, you may pick it up on or after January 6, 2025.

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: No Space
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, History, Special Program
Event Details:

Stop by beginning November 1 - January 6 to view our special Military Members tree. If you created an ornament, you may pick it up on or after January 6, 2025.

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Holly Jolly Gingerbread Competition Open Voting

All Day 11/17 - 11/24
No Space at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts, Special Program
Age Group:
All Ages
Event Details:

GMPL is participating in a county-wide library gingerbread competition sponsored by Christmas Around the World and YOU will decide our best local gingerbread artist! From November ...

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: No Space
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Program
Event Details:

GMPL is participating in a county-wide library gingerbread competition sponsored by Christmas Around the World and YOU will decide our best local gingerbread artist!

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Moving Forward with Hope

Thursday, November 21, 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:

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: Arts & Crafts, Special Program, Video Games/ Other Games
Event Details:

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

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Coding with Miss Sally & VEX IQ Robotics

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Science/ STEAM
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Learn to build highly functional robots with Miss Sally and VEX IQ Robotics based on plastic, snap-together pieces. Participants should be able to attend all program dates as ...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Science/ STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn to build highly functional robots with Miss Sally and VEX IQ Robotics based on plastic, snap-together pieces. 

Participants should be able to attend all program dates as each session will build upon the next.

This event is in the "Adults" group.

Level-Up Gaming and Anime

Thursday, November 21, 2024 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...

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: 29
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.

Book It! Monthly Book Discussion

Thursday, November 21, 2024 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
New Book Area at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
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:

November’s title is The Color of Water by James McBride – Interspersed throughout his mother's compelling narrative, McBride shares candid recollections of his ...

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: New Book Area
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.

November’s title is The Color of Water by James McBride – Interspersed throughout his mother's compelling narrative, McBride shares candid recollections of his own experiences as a mixed-race child of poverty, his flir

This event is in the "All Ages" group.

Open Makerspace

Friday, November 22, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Makerspace
Age Group:
All Ages
Makerspace:

GMPL offers a selection of equipment listed below in our open Makerspace times.  Equipment is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.  Users must provide their own ...

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Makerspace

GMPL offers a selection of equipment listed below in our open Makerspace times.  Equipment is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.  Users must provide their own materials for most equipment.  All users must take a brief tutorial for the equipment being used and further support may be available upon request.

  • Cricut Maker
  • Epson Expression 11000XL Flatbed Scanner
  • Button Maker
  • Accu-cut Die Cutter
  • Laminator (user charge per foot of material)
This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Fundamentals of Photography With Amy

Monday, November 25, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join experienced photographer and library staff member Amy to learn the basics of photography, both indoors and outdoors! Amy will cover different facets of using your camera, whet...

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

Join experienced photographer and library staff member Amy to learn the basics of photography, both indoors and outdoors! Amy will cover different facets of using your camera, whether it’s a traditional camera or a smartphone.

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.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Lifelong Learning at the Library

Tuesday, November 26, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Seniors
Lifelong Learning at the Library:

Join the Library 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...

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Special Program

Join the Library 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! Lunches provided through a generous grant from Lorain County Office on Aging.

Closed

All Day
Grafton-Midview Public Library

The Library is closed in observance of Thanksgiving.

Closing
Branches:
Grafton-Midview Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed in observance of Thanksgiving.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Chair Yoga With Crescent Moon Yoga - After Thanksgiving Special

Saturday, November 30, 2024 at 11:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Take a break from the holiday rush and spend an hour relaxing and rejuvenating. Join Jill Maiorca of Crescent Moon Yoga for a one-hour session of chair-supported yoga to take care ...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Take a break from the holiday rush and spend an hour relaxing and rejuvenating. Join Jill Maiorca of Crescent Moon Yoga for a one-hour session of chair-supported yoga to take care of yourself physically and mentally.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Preschool Story Time

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Preschool Story Time:

Join us for a magical journey through enchanting tales and adventures with songs, rhymes, and fun! For ages 3-5 with a caregiver.

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

Join us for a magical journey through enchanting tales and adventures with songs, rhymes, and fun! For ages 3-5 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 are not permitted.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Homeschool Series - Monday Session

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

This program is geared toward homeschoolers in grades 2-6. Younger or older grades may attend but please keep in mind content may be too difficult or really easy depending on the a...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Homeschool
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

This program is geared toward homeschoolers in grades 2-6. Younger or older grades may attend but please keep in mind content may be too difficult or really easy depending on the age of the child.

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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Fundamentals of Photography With Amy

Monday, December 2, 2024 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Technology Class
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join experienced photographer and library staff member Amy to learn the basics of photography, both indoors and outdoors! Amy will cover different facets of using your camera, whet...

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

Join experienced photographer and library staff member Amy to learn the basics of photography, both indoors and outdoors! Amy will cover different facets of using your camera, whether it’s a traditional camera or a smartphone.

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.

This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Lifelong Learning at the Library

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Seniors
Lifelong Learning at the Library:

Join the Library 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...

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Special Program

Join the Library 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! Lunches provided through a generous grant from Lorain County Office on Aging.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Elf School NEW TIME

Tuesday, December 3, 2024 at 4:15pm - 5:30pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Enroll in Elf School! Kids will craft ornaments and make holiday decorations and other elfish things while enjoying milk and cookies. Get ready for a festive and fun-filled time!

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

Enroll in Elf School! Kids will craft ornaments and make holiday decorations and other elfish things while enjoying milk and cookies. Get ready for a festive and fun-filled time!

Friends of the Library Meeting

Tuesday, December 3, 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.

This event is in the "Adults" group.
This event is in the "Seniors" group.

Chair Yoga with Karen Jaynes

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 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:

Join Karen Jaynes for one-hour sessions of chair-supported yoga in September, October, and December. Karen will combine the movements and postures of yoga with active daily living ...

Open
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: 13
Event Details:

Join Karen Jaynes for one-hour sessions of chair-supported yoga in September, October, and December. Karen will combine the movements and postures of yoga with active daily living practices to create a holistic movement experience.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Homeschool Series - Wednesday Session

Wednesday, December 4, 2024 at 1:00pm - 2:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Homeschool
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

This program is geared toward homeschoolers in grades 2-6. Younger or older grades may attend but please keep in mind content may be too difficult or really easy depending on the a...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Homeschool
Required
Seats Remaining: 6
Event Details:

This program is geared toward homeschoolers in grades 2-6. Younger or older grades may attend but please keep in mind content may be too difficult or really easy depending on the age of the child.

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.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Baby Story Time

Thursday, December 5, 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 are not permitted.

This event is in the "Children" group.

Toddler Story Time

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Storytime
Age Group:
Children
Toddler Story Time:

Let your tot's imagination soar as we explore the wonderful world of stories together! For ages 19-35 months with a caregiver.

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

Let your tot's imagination soar as we explore the wonderful world of stories together! For ages 19-35 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 are not permitted.

This event is in the "Tweens" group.

Coding with Miss Sally & VEX IQ Robotics

Thursday, December 5, 2024 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Science/ STEAM
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Learn to build highly functional robots with Miss Sally and VEX IQ Robotics based on plastic, snap-together pieces. Participants should be able to attend all program dates as ...

Closed
Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Science/ STEAM
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn to build highly functional robots with Miss Sally and VEX IQ Robotics based on plastic, snap-together pieces. 

Participants should be able to attend all program dates as each session will build upon the next.

Old Fashioned Christmas

Friday, December 6, 2024 at 9:30am - 8:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Program Type: Special Program