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Bedazzled Book Covers DIY

Monday, March 23, 2026 at 6:00pm - 8:00pm
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Be the envy of your friends and neighbors when you show off your newly bedazzled book cover! You bring your favorite book (or pick one from our donated books), and we'll supply the rest. Registration required.

JVS

JVS Adult Diploma Program Information Session

Tuesday, March 24, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Local History Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Program
Event Details:

Please visit this link to register: Adult Diploma Program Information Session

Tai chi

Tai Chi Saturdays

Saturday, March 28, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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.

Jackie Palumbo

Let's Wrap It!: Wire-Wrapped Jewelry Making

Monday, April 13, 2026 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Hudson artist and teacher Jackie Palumbo to learn the skill of wire-wrapped jewelry and make something beautiful and unique to take home with you! Seats are limited. All supplies will be provided.

Tai chi

Tai Chi Saturdays

Saturday, April 25, 2026 at 12:00pm - 1:00pm
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.

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(AMERICA 250) From Garford to Fords: Prosperity and Crisis in the Lorain County Auto Industry

Monday, April 27, 2026 at 6:30pm - 7:30pm
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: History, Special Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Throughout 2026, the country will celebrate America’s 250th anniversary, and Ohio will commemorate each month with a special theme to highlight our state’s history and significance.

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AARP Tax Aide

9:00am–4:30pm
Seniors
Financial & Legal
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Financial & Legal
Event Details:

Patrons can make appointments for AARP Tax-Aide assistance by phone only. No online or walk in/in person registration.

Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Grafton-Midview Public Library
Description:

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

Homeschool Series - Monday Session

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

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.

Strength and Stability for Seniors

3:00pm–4:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Start the new year off on the right (or left) foot! 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.

Tuesday Senior Tai Chi

10:00am–11:00am
Seniors
Health & Wellness
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Event Details:

Take a breath and relax with the gentle art of Tai Chi presented by Catherine Mangan and 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.

Diabetes Management

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, Special Program
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

​ Fairhill Partners welcomes you to join a six-week program that provides proven techniques and practical ways to manage diabetes. Participants must plan to attend each one-hour 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.

Lunch & Learn in Eaton

12:30pm–2:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Special Program
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.

Homeschool Series - Wednesday Session

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

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.

Don't Grieve Alone

10:00am–12:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness
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. 

Drawn into Stories

4:00pm–5:00pm
Tweens
Book Club
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Local History Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Book Club
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join us for a book club for TWEENS!

March: The Willoughbys by Lois Lowry

Pick up a copy in Youth Services one month before the bookclub date!

Easy as Pi

4:00pm–6:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Cooking
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

To celebrate the belated Pi Day, learn to make cost effective sweet & savory pies for a simple dinner option. 

AARP Tax Aide

9:00am–4:30pm
Seniors
Financial & Legal
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Financial & Legal
Event Details:

Patrons can make appointments for AARP Tax-Aide assistance by phone only. No online or walk in/in person registration.

Lego Legends

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Science/ STEAM
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Childrens Area
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Science/ STEAM
Event Details:

​Use your creativity and our huge supply of LEGO bricks to complete fun building challenges—or create your own adventure, then put your masterpiece on display for everyone to admire until our next session!

Cow Eye Dissection

11:00am–12:00pm
Children
Science/ STEAM
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Science/ STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Students will examine the complex structure of an eye and its function by cutting into and dissecting a cow's eye.

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.

Closed

All Day
Closing
Branches:
Grafton-Midview Public Library
Description:

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

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.

Bedazzled Book Covers DIY

6:00pm–8:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Be the envy of your friends and neighbors when you show off your newly bedazzled book cover! You bring your favorite book (or pick one from our donated books), and we'll supply the rest. 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

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

Attend our (almost) weekly program for seniors that includes a FREE lunch. Meet other seniors, socialize, and learn about all the great assistance available in your own community on a variety of topics!

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.

Pop Art Animals

4:30pm–5:30pm
Tweens, Teens
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Turn your pet into pop art! Choose a pre-selected portrait or paint your own beloved companion from a photo. If you’re painting your own pet, be sure to submit your photo by March 10th.

JVS Adult Diploma Program Information Session

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults
Special Program
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Local History Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Special Program
Event Details:

Please visit this link to register: Adult Diploma Program Information Session

Diabetes Management

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, Special Program
Closed
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

​ Fairhill Partners welcomes you to join a six-week program that provides proven techniques and practical ways to manage diabetes. Participants must plan to attend each one-hour 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.

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.

Book It! Book Club

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.

The selection for March is the The Picture of Dorian Gray. This classic is an astounding novel of decadence, debauchery, and secrecy from one of Ireland's greatest writers.