Upcoming Events

Name: Forensic Genealogy: The New Frontier
Start: 2025-02-20T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-02-20T19:30:00-05:00
Location: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Featured Events

Forensic Genealogy: The New Frontier

Thursday, February 20, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Open

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored, Genealogy

Required

Seats Remaining: 19

Event Details:

Forensic genealogy is a new buzz-word these days. But what exactly is forensic genealogy? How is it applied? Who needs a forensic genealogist and why?

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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.

Family Game Night

Friday, February 21, 2025 at 7:00pm - 9:00pm

Open

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Room: No Space

Age Group: Family Program

Program Type: Special Program

Required

Seats Remaining: 30

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.

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

Friday, February 28, 2025 at 6:00pm - 9:00pm

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Closed

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored, Special Program

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.

Paper Cricut Creations

Wednesday, March 5, 2025 at 10:00am - 11:30am

Waitlist

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology Class

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.

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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.

Paper Cricut Creations

Thursday, March 6, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Waitlist

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology Class

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.

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All Day

Financial & Legal, Special Program

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Room: Community Room

Program Type: Financial & Legal, Special Program

Spotted Lantern Fly "On The Move"

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Adults, Seniors

Health & Wellness, Special Program

Open

Registration

Open

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Program

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 25

Event Details:

In partnership with the Master Gardeners Program of the OSU Extension Service, Karen Moran will present information on the Spotted Lantern Fly and it's migration from East to West.

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.

AARP Tax Aide

All Day

Financial & Legal, Special Program

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Room: Community Room

Program Type: Financial & Legal, Special Program

Indoor Photography with Amy

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Adults, Seniors

Arts & Crafts, Special Program, Technology Class

Open

Registration

Open

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: 5

Event Details:

In this session, Amy will teach you a basic understanding of taking photographs indoors and how to account for low light, cramped spaces, and less-than-perfect settings.

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.

AARP Tax Aide

All Day

Financial & Legal, Special Program

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Room: Community Room

Program Type: Financial & Legal, Special Program

Outdoor Photography with Amy

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Adults, Seniors

Arts & Crafts, Special Program, Technology Class

Open

Registration

Open

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: 5

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

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

Moving Forward with Hope

10:00am - 11:00am

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:

Share your loss of a spouse, parent, adult child, or sibling with others who are experiencing similar grief.

Closed

All Day

Closing

Branches:

Grafton-Midview Public Library

Description:

The library is closed in observance of Easter.

Sustainable Living

6:00pm - 7:00pm

Adults, Seniors

Health & Wellness, Special Program

Open

Registration

Open

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Program

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 25

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.

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

Guide to Harm Reduction

6:00pm - 7:30pm

Adults, Seniors

Health & Wellness, Special Program

Open

Registration

Open

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Program

Registration Required

Seats Remaining: 25

Event Details:

Learn the benefits of harm reduction and how strategies can be applied to reduce harm and further complications from drug use, and reduce the risk and harm to the 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.

Lifelong Learning at the Library

10:00am - 12:00pm

All Day

Closing

Branches:

Grafton-Midview Public Library

Description:

The library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day to Labor Day. Normal Sunday hours (1:00-5:00p) resume on 9/7/2025.

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