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Ohio Bluebird Society

Ohio Bluebird Society: Nest Walk at Royal Oaks

Saturday, June 6, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Special Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Please join Adele Straub and Penny Brandau of the Ohio Bluebird Society at Royal Oaks Metropark for a walk to learn about bluebirds in the local area and hopefully discover bluebird nests.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Please join Adele Straub and Penny Brandau of the Ohio Bluebird Society at Royal Oaks Metropark for a walk to learn about bluebirds in the local area and hopefully discover bluebird nests.

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.

Closed

All Day
Grafton-Midview Public Library

The Library is closed on Sundays starting January 1st, 2026.The 24/7 lockers in the front of the building are available for hold pickups.  Please choose that option when reque...

Closing
Branches:
Grafton-Midview Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed on Sundays starting January 1st, 2026.

preschool storytime

Preschool Storytime

Monday, June 8, 2026 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.

Dinosaur fossils made of dry pasta.

Jurassic Pasta

Monday, June 8, 2026 at 3:30pm - 5:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Arts & Crafts
Age Group:
Children

Bowtie, macaroni, penne, oh my! Get creative with pasta and create your own dinosaur fossil with dry pasta noodles of all shapes and sizes. 

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Bowtie, macaroni, penne, oh my! Get creative with pasta and create your own dinosaur fossil with dry pasta noodles of all shapes and sizes. 

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, June 9, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, 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: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness

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.

Little Chefs

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Children

A beginner's class for young cooks, bakers and foodies ages 5 to 8. Come cook with us on our Charlie Cart! Preregistration required.

May: Pasta with peas, Asparagus, and Mint

June: Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

A beginner's class for young cooks, bakers and foodies ages 5 to 8. Come cook with us on our Charlie Cart! Preregistration required.

May: Pasta with peas, Asparagus, and Mint

June: Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

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.

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.

Board of Trustees Meeting

Tuesday, June 9, 2026 at 7:15pm - 8:15pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Trustee Meeting

The Grafton-Midview Public Library Board of Trustees meets on 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.

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

The Grafton-Midview Public Library Board of Trustees meets on 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.

baby story time

Baby Storytime

Thursday, June 11, 2026 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 storytime

Toddler Storytime

Thursday, June 11, 2026 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.

Pizza, videogames

Level Up Gaming

Thursday, June 11, 2026 at 5:30pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Video Games/ Other Games
Age Group:
Adults
Level Up Gaming & Anime:

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

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Video Games/ Other Games

Each month, we'll host a unique event designed around games, anime, trivia, roleplaying, or puzzles for an evening of fun and socializing. Each event will be followed by a laid-back gathering where you can watch anime, play video games, and make new friends. Pizza and refreshments will be served. 18+ only, please.

Minecraft - Dinosaur Safari

Friday, June 12, 2026 at 2:00pm - 3:30pm
Childrens Area at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Science/ STEAM
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

Go on a dinosaur safari around a volcano to find hidden keys, unlock caves, and discover fossils. Observe dinosaurs in their habitats, build your own, and create detailed homes for your prehistoric friends!

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Childrens Area
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Science/ STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Go on a dinosaur safari around a volcano to find hidden keys, unlock caves, and discover fossils. Observe dinosaurs in their habitats, build your own, and create detailed homes for your prehistoric friends!

Ohio Bluebird Society

Ohio Bluebird Society: Nest Walk at Royal Oaks (RAIN DATE)

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 9:30am - 10:30am
Off Site
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Science/ STEAM, Special Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Please join Adele Straub and Penny Brandau of the Ohio Bluebird Society at Royal Oaks Metropark for a walk to learn about bluebirds in the local area and hopefully discover bluebird nests. Please meet at Royal Oak Metropark.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Science/ STEAM, Special Program
Event Details:

Please join Adele Straub and Penny Brandau of the Ohio Bluebird Society at Royal Oaks Metropark for a walk to learn about bluebirds in the local area and hopefully discover bluebird nests. Please meet at Royal Oak Metropark.

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.

Tai chi

Tai Chi Saturdays

Saturday, June 13, 2026 at 10:00am - 11:00am
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Explore the gentle art of Medical Qigong, incorporating mindful breathing, movements, and meditation with Catherine Mangan. Registration required.

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

Explore the gentle art of Medical Qigong, incorporating mindful breathing, movements, and meditation with Catherine Mangan. 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.

Closed

All Day
Grafton-Midview Public Library

The Library is closed on Sundays starting January 1st, 2026.The 24/7 lockers in the front of the building are available for hold pickups.  Please choose that option when reque...

Closing
Branches:
Grafton-Midview Public Library
Description:

The Library is closed on Sundays starting January 1st, 2026.

Building Skills: Early Literacy

Monday, June 15, 2026 at 11:00am - 11:30am
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Children, Family Program

Spark your child’s love for reading and learning! This engaging program uses a fun, hands-on approach to build essential early literacy skills to get ready for school. Ages 3–6 with a caregiver.

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

Spark your child’s love for reading and learning! This engaging program uses a fun, hands-on approach to build essential early literacy skills to get ready for school. Ages 3–6 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.

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, June 15, 2026 at 3:00pm - 4:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Keep up your strength and stability journey with Lisa! In this class, you will work on balance, gait, strength, and power while having fun! Please bring light dumbbells (2 or 3 lbs). Registration required. 

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

Keep up your strength and stability journey with Lisa! In this class, you will work on balance, gait, strength, and power while having fun! Please bring light dumbbells (2 or 3 lbs). 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.

Digging for Dinos

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 10:30am - 11:30am
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Science/ STEAM
Age Group:
Children

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History will help us practice our paleontology skills with real and cast fossils, animal bones, dig boxes, puzzles and more! Registration for ages 4-7 required.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Science/ STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History will help us practice our paleontology skills with real and cast fossils, animal bones, dig boxes, puzzles and more! Registration for ages 4-7 required.

Digging for Dinos

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 11:30am - 12:30pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Science/ STEAM
Age Group:
Children

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History will help us practice our paleontology skills with real and cast fossils, animal bones, dig boxes, puzzles and more! Registration for ages 4-7 required.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Science/ STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

The Cleveland Museum of Natural History will help us practice our paleontology skills with real and cast fossils, animal bones, dig boxes, puzzles and more! Registration for ages 4-7 required.

Tween & Teen Cuisine

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 4:15pm - 5:15pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Cooking
Age Group:
Tweens, Teens

A beginner's class for young cooks, bakers and foodies for the youth, in 6th-12th grade. Cook with us on our Charlie Cart! Preregistration required.

May: Pasta with peas, Asparagus, and Mint

June: Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Cooking
Event Details:

A beginner's class for young cooks, bakers and foodies for the youth, in 6th-12th grade. Cook with us on our Charlie Cart! Preregistration required.

May: Pasta with peas, Asparagus, and Mint

June: Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

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.

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.

The Nature Conservancy

(AMERICA 250) Preserving the Outdoors with The Nature Conservancy

Tuesday, June 16, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Science/ STEAM, Special Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join us for an introduction to The Nature Conservancy, their mission, and the conservation work they carry out across Ohio. Learn about their nature preserves and explore ways to get involved or make a meaningful impact in your own community.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Science/ STEAM, Special Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for an introduction to The Nature Conservancy, their mission, and the conservation work they carry out across Ohio. Learn about their nature preserves and explore ways to get involved or make a meaningful impact in your own community.

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.

LC Metroparks

Lorain County Metroparks Senior Bus Tour #1: Miller Nature Preserve Tour

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 10:00am - 2:00pm
No Space at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness, Special Program
Age Group:
Seniors

Lorain County residents age 55 and over, join the Lorain County Metroparks for a FREE bus trip to the Miller Nature Preserve, a unique hidden gem with 145 acres of woodlands in the heart of Avon, Ohio.

Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: No Space
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Lorain County residents age 55 and over, join the Lorain County Metroparks for a FREE bus trip to the Miller Nature Preserve, a unique hidden gem with 145 acres of woodlands in the heart of Avon, Ohio.

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.

Lunch & Learn in Eaton

Wednesday, June 17, 2026 at 12:30pm - 2:30pm
Off Site
Program Type:
Special Program
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Join the Library at North Eaton Christian Church in Eaton Township for a monthly educational program and included FREE lunch.

Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Special Program
Event Details:

Join the Library at North Eaton Christian Church in Eaton Township for a monthly educational program and included FREE lunch.

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.

Don't Grieve Alone

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 10:00am - 12:00pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
Health & Wellness
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

Share your loss of a spouse, parent, adult child, or sibling with others who are experiencing similar grief in a peer-led support group. 

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

Share your loss of a spouse, parent, adult child, or sibling with others who are experiencing similar grief in a peer-led support group. 

Maya

Mayan Prophecies for the Current Cycle

Thursday, June 18, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Community Room at Grafton-Midview Public Library
Program Type:
History
Age Group:
Adults, Seniors

After nearly 500 years of silence, Mayan elders came forward to share with the world their prophecies for humanity. Discover what ancient Mayan wisdom reveals about the new cycle that began on Dec. 22, 2012.

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

After nearly 500 years of silence, Mayan elders came forward to share with the world their prophecies for humanity. Discover what ancient Mayan wisdom reveals about the new cycle that began on Dec. 22, 2012.