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Family Game Night

7:00pm - 9:00pm
Family Program
Special Program
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: No Space
Age Group: Family Program
Program Type: Special Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Join us for an evening of fun and excitement at our Family Game Night Extravaganza. This special event is designed to bring families together for a night filled with laughter, friendly competition, and memorable moments.

Preschool Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Children
Storytime
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

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Friends of the Library Sponsored, Health & Wellness
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored, Health & Wellness
Registration 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.

Lifelong Learning at the Library

10:00am - 12:00pm
Seniors
Health & Wellness, Special Program
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, 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.

Nightscapes

4:15pm - 5:15pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

We'll explore the differences between nightscapes, cityscapes and landscapes, look at examples, and create our own artwork.

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.

Baby Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
Storytime
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

11:00am - 11:30am
Children
Storytime
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.

Drawn Into Stories

4:15pm - 5:15pm
Tweens
Book Club
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 7
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.

Book It! Monthly Book Discussion

6:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Book Club
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

AARP Tax Aide

All Day
Financial & Legal, Special Program
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Program Type: Financial & Legal, Special Program

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

6:00pm - 9:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Friends of the Library Sponsored, Special Program
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored, Special Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

Midview Schools Art Display

All Day 3/1 - 3/31
All Ages
Special Program
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: No Space
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Program
Event Details:

During the entire month of March the Grafton-Midview Public Library is hosting an art display from Bridgette Vargo's Midview art classes.

Tai Chi Easy With Coach Catherine

11:00am - 12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Friends of the Library Sponsored, Health & Wellness
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored, Health & Wellness
Registration 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.

Preschool Storytime

11:00am - 11:30am
Children
Storytime
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.

Homeschool Series - Monday Session

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children
Homeschool
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Homeschool
Registration 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.

Cellphone Photography with Amy

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts, Special Program, Technology Class
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Program, Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 2
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 For Seniors

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

Little Chefs with Miss Valerie

4:15pm - 5:15pm
Children
Cooking
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
Event Details:

Learn to cook by measuring, stirring, and tasting while learning kitchen safety. Perfect for budding foodies.

Children who register and attend all four classes will earn a custom apron.

January: Creamy Chicken Noodle Soup

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.

Friends of the Library Meeting

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Friends of the Library Meeting
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Program Type: Friends of the Library Meeting

Paper Cricut Creations

10:00am - 11:30am
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts, Technology Class
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.

Homeschool Series - Wednesday Session

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children
Homeschool
Closed
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Homeschool
Registration 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.

Baby Storytime

10:00am - 10:30am
Children
Storytime
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

11:00am - 11:30am
Children
Storytime
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.

Paper Cricut Creations

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts, Technology Class
Waitlist
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology Class
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 0
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.