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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.

Easter Art Workshop

10:00am–4:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Childrens Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Event Details:

Bring your child to the Children's Department to create a special piece of artwork, perfect for spring display! For ages 0-5.

Tai Chi Saturdays

12:00pm–1:00pm
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:

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
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.

Chicken Wire Suncatchers

5:00pm–6:30pm
Children, Tweens, Teens
Arts & Crafts
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a magical suncatcher using chicken wire and glittering glass beads.

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.

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.

Coconut-Macaroon Nests

5:00pm–6:00pm
All Ages
Cooking
Waitlist
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

Create a spring favorite bite-size Easter treat. 

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.

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!

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.

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.

Friends of the Grafton-Midview Public Library

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

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.

Level Up Gaming

5:30pm–7:30pm
Adults
Anime & Manga, Video Games/ Other Games
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Anime & Manga, 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.

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.