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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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Wimpy Speghetti

4:30pm–6:00pm
Children, Tweens
Cooking
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Cooking
Event Details:

Together we'll use the Charlie cart and make a "Hot-Mess Spaghetti Dinner!" 

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.

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.

Book It!

6:30pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Book Club
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: New Book Area
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 book selection for June is The Lion Women of Tehran by Marjan Kamali. This is the story of two young women who come of age and pursue their own goals for meaningful futures.

On the Heels of Dinosaurs: Fossil Tracks and What They Reveal

2:00pm–4:00pm
Family Program, Adults
History, Science/ STEAM, Special Program
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Family Program, Adults
Program Type: History, Science/ STEAM, Special Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Fossilized animal tracks provide important insights into the behaviors, postures, and environments of ancient creatures that are often difficult to learn from body fossils alone. Glen’s presentation will cover basic types of tracks, where the

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.

Build a Terrarium with Miss Sally

10:00am–11:00am
Children
Science/ STEAM
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Science/ STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into the world of controlled environment agriculture with Miss Sally! Explore how greenhouses grow food year-round and create your own self-sustaining terrarium.

Lifelong Learning at the Library

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:

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! Registration is not required unless noted.

Library Closed

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

GMPL is closed in observance of Independence Day.

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.

Dino Watercolor Paint and Sip

3:30pm–5:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Event Details:

Join Miss Jessica for a fun paint-and-sip class where kids follow along to create their own masterpiece—all while enjoying juice boxes!

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.

Lifelong Learning at the Library

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:

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! Registration is not required unless noted.

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

Cookie Excavation

3:30pm–4:30pm
Children, Tweens
Science/ STEAM
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children, Tweens
Program Type: Science/ STEAM
Registration Required
Event Details:

Uncover artifacts like an archaeologist by carefully excavating chocolate chips from a cookie! Join us for this fun and delicious program. Registration required for ages 5-12.

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.

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.

Introduction to Forensic Genealogy

6:00pm–7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Genealogy, Special Program
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Genealogy, Special Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Forensic Genealogists do family research for legal reasons. Sometimes that involves DNA analysis, but more often relies on finding genealogical evidence. Dr.

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 Saturdays

10:00am–11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness
Upcoming
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.

(AMERICA 250) Village Community Picnic Celebration

11:00am–2:00pm
All Ages
History, Music, Special Program
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: All Ages
Program Type: History, Music, Special Program
Event Details:

Come and celebrate the 250th anniversary of the USA at Willow Park during this special event filled with food, games, music, and history.

Closed

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

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

Dino Academy

10:00am–11:15am
Children, Family Program
Special Program
Upcoming
Registration Required
Offsite Event
Library Branch: Off Site
Age Group: Children, Family Program
Program Type: Special Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Step into the prehistoric world with Dino Academy, where Dr. Sarah Tops uncovers fascinating dinosaur facts in a fun, action-packed adventure.

Scandal & Crisis in the British Monarchy

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

After the death of Prince Albert, Queen Victoria’s close relationship with John Brown sparked persistent rumors and public unease.

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
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
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! Registration is not required unless noted.

Lorain County Metroparks Senior Bus Tour #2: Sandy Ridge Reservation

10:00am–2:00pm
Seniors
Health & Wellness, Special Program
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: No Space
Age Group: Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Program
Registration Required
Event Details:

Lorain County residents age 55 and over, join the Lorain County Metroparks for a FREE bus trip to the Sandy Ridge Reservation in North Ridgeville, Ohio.

Little Chefs

4:15pm–5:15pm
Children
Cooking
Upcoming
Registration Required
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Cooking
Registration Required
Event Details:

A beginner's class for young cooks, bakers and foodies ages 5 to 8. Come cook with us on our Charlie Cart! Preregistration required.

May: Pasta with peas, Asparagus, and Mint

June: Strawberry Rhubarb Crisp

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.

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.