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The Library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

Wild, Weird, & Creepy

10:00am - 11:00am
Special Program
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Childrens Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Why are so many people afraid of certain animals such as sharks and snakes? Where do these reputations come from and how do they affect these creatures?

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.

Always Learning at the Library

10:00am - 11:30am
Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Event Details:

Join the Library and Grafton's own Always Best Care Senior Services 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!

Leah Finegold from City Fresh provides information about her organization and healthy, seasonal eating. 

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

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

The GMPL regular monthly Friends meetings on the first Tuesday evening of the month are always open to the public.  If you are interested in joining the Friends of the Library, visit their site at https://www.gmplibrary.org/friends or pick up an application at the Customer Service Desk in the Library.

The Friends of the Grafton Midview Public Library is a 501C3, non-profit organization of area residents.

Our purpose is to promote interest in the Grafton-Midview Public Library and to improve and expand their services to our community.  Friends provide financial and volunteer help and actively participate in Library functions.

Circle of Hope With Hospice of the Western Reserve

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

Join Laurie Mason, LISW-S, ACHP-SW, Bereavement Coordinator for the Hospice of the Western Reserve, who will facilitate an educational, six-week grief support group for adults who have lost a loved one.

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 from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

Family Story Time

11:00am - 11:30am
Storytime
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Storytime
Event Details:

Join us for a family story time where we will journey through enchanting tales and adventures with songs, rhymes, and fun! 

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 will not be permitted.

Avocado Program for You!

2:00pm - 3:30pm
Special Program
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

In this interactive program, kids will learn all about avocados, from their history to their health benefits.

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.

Tai Chi Easy For Seniors

10:00am - 11:00am
Health & Wellness
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 15
Event Details:

Join Annamarie Pamphilis 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.

Board of Trustees Meeting

7:15pm - 8:15pm
Trustee Meeting
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Program Type: Trustee Meeting

The Grafton-Midview Public Library Board of Trustees meet 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.  Other public meetings of the Board of Trustees are posted on the Grafton-Midview Public Library homepage.  Visit https://www.gmplibrary.org/board to meet the current trustees and view past meeting minutes. 

Circle of Hope With Hospice of the Western Reserve

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

Join Laurie Mason, LISW-S, ACHP-SW, Bereavement Coordinator for the Hospice of the Western Reserve, who will facilitate an educational, six-week grief support group for adults who have lost a loved one.

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.

Inspired Readers

11:30am - 12:45pm
Book Club
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Book Club
Event Details:

Join a facilitator for a lively discussion of a different inspiring book each month. Feel free to bring your lunch.

The title for each meeting will be available in the library in advance of the meeting, while supplies last. Call the library at 440-926-3317 for more information or to place a book on hold.

May: The Deepest Waters by Dan Walsh

June: A Promise to Believe by Tracie Peterson

July: Sixteen Brides by Stephanie Whitson

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.

Ballooning: The Ultimate Adventure RAIN DATE

6:30pm - 9:30pm
Special Program
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Special Program
Event Details:

(RAIN DATE) Join us at Willow Park for an epic summer adventure for all ages as we learn about the magic of hot air ballooning from locals Greg and Sherry Miller of Endeavour Hot Air Balloon.

Baby Story Time

10:00am - 10:30am
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 will not be permitted.

Greek Mythology Escape Room

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Special Program
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Tweens
Program Type: Special Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Embark on an epic adventure into the realm of ancient Greek mythology with our thrilling children's escape room experience.

Open Makerspace

2:00pm - 5:00pm
Makerspace
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: Makerspace

GMPL offers a selection of equipment listed below in our open Makerspace times.  Equipment is available on a first-come, first-serve basis.  Users must provide their own materials for most equipment.  All users must take a brief tutorial for the equipment being used and further support may be available upon request.

  • Cricut Maker
  • Epson Expression 11000XL Flatbed Scanner
  • Button Maker
  • Accu-cut Die Cutter
  • Laminator (user charge per foot of material)

Closed

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

The Library is closed on Sundays from Memorial Day weekend through Labor Day weekend.

Aquatic Escape: Seahorses & Seadragons

10:00am - 11:00am
Special Program
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Childrens Area
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Special Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 25
Event Details:

Experience the pages of your books come to life as we explore faraway oceans and learn about some amazing species along the way. Today we will concentrate on Seahorses and Seadragons!

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.

FAVA Paper Sculpture

6:00pm - 8:00pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 20
Event Details:

Join FAVA of Oberlin to learn about and make a paper sculpture. All supplies provided.

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.

Always Learning at the Library

10:00am - 11:30am
Health & Wellness
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness

Join the Library and Grafton's own Always Best Care Senior Services 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!

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.

Gravi-Tea Light Planets

3:30pm - 4:30pm
Arts & Crafts
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Tweens, Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Who would have guessed that tea lights, acrylic paint, and ping pong balls could create a craft that is out of this world! 

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.

The Air Laboratory of the World: Cleveland's Air Races

6:00pm - 7:00pm
History
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: History
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 35
Event Details:

The Western Reserve Historical Society presents a program on the Cleveland's Air Races. Cleveland hosted the National Air Races from 1929-49, an extraordinary spectacle meant to showcase new developments in aviation technology.

Circle of Hope With Hospice of the Western Reserve

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

Join Laurie Mason, LISW-S, ACHP-SW, Bereavement Coordinator for the Hospice of the Western Reserve, who will facilitate an educational, six-week grief support group for adults who have lost a loved one.

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.

Baby Story Time

10:00am - 10:30am
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 will not be permitted.