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A History of Put-in-Bay

Monday, April 14, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Put-in-Bay has been a summer resort for more than 100 years and today is a vibrant tourist resort complete with bars, hotels, boating, fishing, a national monument, golf cart renta...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: History
Required
Seats Remaining: 23
Event Details:

Put-in-Bay has been a summer resort for more than 100 years and today is a vibrant tourist resort complete with bars, hotels, boating, fishing, a national monument, golf cart rentals, caves and much more.

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.

Homeschool Series - Monday Session

Monday, April 14, 2025 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.

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Outdoor Photography with Amy

Monday, April 14, 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:

Celebrate the warmth of Spring! Learn how to take amazing landscape and wildlife photos as our world blooms after a long winter nap. Registration Required

Open
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: 3
Event Details:

Celebrate the warmth of Spring! Learn how to take amazing landscape and wildlife photos as our world blooms after a long winter nap. 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.

Lifelong Learning at the Library

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, 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...

Event Details:

Join Stacey Stangel from Central State University as she discusses Medication and the Older Adult. 

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

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.

Join Stacey Stangel from Central State University as she discusses Medication and the Older Adult. 

Tween Cuisine

Tuesday, April 15, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Tweens, learn to cook a new recipe each month while learning kitchen techniques and safety. Students who register and attend all four programs will earn a custom apron.January...

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

Tweens, learn to cook a new recipe each month while learning kitchen techniques and safety. 

Students who register and attend all four programs will earn a custom apron.

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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Circle of Hope With Hospice of the Western Reserve

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join Laurie Mason, LISW-S, ACHP-SW, Bereavement Coordinator for the Hospice of the Western Reserve, who will facilitate an educational, six-week grief support group for adults who ...

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

Join Laurie Mason, LISW-S, ACHP-SW, Bereavement Coordinator for the Hospice of the Western Reserve, who will facilitate an educational, six-week grief support group for adults who have lost a loved one.

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.

Homeschool Series - Wednesday Session

Wednesday, April 16, 2025 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: 15
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.

Moving Forward with Hope

Thursday, April 17, 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.

Bytes & Bites

Thursday, April 17, 2025 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teen Zone at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Video Games/ Other Games
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Enjoy gaming and sample delicious treats from different countries in each session. Come for the games, stay for the flavors!

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Video Games/ Other Games
Event Details:

Enjoy gaming and sample delicious treats from different countries in each session. Come for the games, stay for the flavors!

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Level-Up Gaming and Anime

Thursday, April 17, 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...

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: 28
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, April 19, 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:

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...

Waitlist
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: 0
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.

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All Day
Grafton-Midview Public Library

The library is closed in observance of Easter.

Closing
Branches:
Grafton-Midview Public Library
Description:

The library is closed in observance of Easter.

Preschool Story Time

Preschool Storytime

Monday, April 21, 2025 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.

Sustainable Living

Sustainable Living

Monday, April 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Special Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join OSU Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator, Thomas Becker, to learn a bit more on how we can live more sustainably in our own homes. From general considerations about home...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 22
Event Details:

Join OSU Agriculture and Natural Resources Educator, Thomas Becker, to learn a bit more on how we can live more sustainably in our own homes.

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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Lifelong Learning at the Library

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, 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...

Event Details:

Join our very own Tami Mullins as she guides you through a simple dollar store craft. All supplies provided. 

Open
Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Program
Required
Seats Remaining: 2
Event Details:

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.

Join our very own Tami Mullins as she guides you through a simple dollar store craft. All supplies provided. 

Kitchen Confidence for Young Adults

Tuesday, April 22, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Teens
Event Details:

Join Miss Valerie each month for a cooking class where young adults can learn to cook. Every session teaches kitchen safety and basic cooking skills, from measuring and chopping to...

Waitlist
Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Cooking
Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Join Miss Valerie each month for a cooking class where young adults can learn to cook. Every session teaches kitchen safety and basic cooking skills, from measuring and chopping to tasting.

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.

Hospice of the Western Reserve logo

Circle of Hope With Hospice of the Western Reserve

Wednesday, April 23, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors
Event Details:

Join Laurie Mason, LISW-S, ACHP-SW, Bereavement Coordinator for the Hospice of the Western Reserve, who will facilitate an educational, six-week grief support group for adults who ...

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

Join Laurie Mason, LISW-S, ACHP-SW, Bereavement Coordinator for the Hospice of the Western Reserve, who will facilitate an educational, six-week grief support group for adults who have lost a loved one.

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.

Baby Story Time

Baby Storytime

Thursday, April 24, 2025 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.

Toddler Story Time

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, April 24, 2025 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.

three book spines

Drawn Into Stories - March 25th moved to April 3rd!

Thursday, April 24, 2025 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Book Club
Age Group:
Tweens
Event Details:

Come in and discuss the month's graphic novel! After each discussion, we'll snack, get creative and try our hand at drawing our own comic characters or scenes. It's the perfect ble...

Open
Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Club
Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

Come in and discuss the month's graphic novel! After each discussion, we'll snack, get creative and try our hand at drawing our own comic characters or scenes. It's the perfect blend of fun reading and artistic expression!

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.

Good Animal

Book It! Monthly Book Discussion

Thursday, April 24, 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:

April’s title is How To Be a Good Creature: A Memoir in Thirteen Animals by Sy Montgomery – a reflection on the personalities and quirks of 13 animals--her friends--who have p...

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.

April’s title is How To Be a Good Creature: A Memoir in Thirteen Animals by Sy Montgomery – a reflection on the personalities and quirks of 13 animals--her friends--who have profoundly affected her in this stunning, poetic, and life-

Mother's Day Art Workshop

All Day
Childrens Area at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children
Event Details:

Attention Dads! Bring your child to the Children's Department to create a special piece of artwork for Mom! For ages 0-5.

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

Attention Dads! Bring your child to the Children's Department to create a special piece of artwork for Mom! For ages 0-5.

Preschool Story Time

Preschool Storytime

Monday, April 28, 2025 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.

Strength and Stability for Seniors

Monday, April 28, 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...

Waitlist
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: 0
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.