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Homeschool Series - Wednesday Session

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children
Homeschool
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Homeschool
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

This program is geared toward homeschoolers in grades 2-6. Younger or older grades may attend but please keep in mind content may be too difficult or really easy depending on the age of the child.

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.

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.

Bytes & Bites

3:30pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Video Games/ Other Games
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Teen Zone
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Video Games/ Other Games
Event Details:

Enjoy gaming and sample delicious treats from different countries in each session. Come for the games, stay for the flavors!

Level-Up Gaming and Anime

5:30pm - 7:30pm
Adults
Anime & Manga, Video Games/ Other Games
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults
Program Type: Anime & Manga, Video Games/ Other Games
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 30
Event Details:

Each month we'll host a unique event designed around games, anime, trivia, role playing or puzzles for an evening of fun and socializing.

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.

Watercolor Basics with Mary Jo

11:00am - 1:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts, Friends of the Library Sponsored, Special Program
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Friends of the Library Sponsored, Special Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 9
Event Details:

Let your inner artist shine by learning the fundamentals of watercolor pencils and special effects from artist and instructor Mary Jo Clark. All skill levels are welcome. All supplies provided. 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.

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.

Strength and Stability for Seniors

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Friends of the Library Sponsored, Health & Wellness
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored, Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

This course will address functional fitness for adults to help increase independence, improve quality of life, improve muscle mass and resilience for longevity. We will work on balance, gait, strength, and power, while having fun!

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.

Photo Restoration with Amy

6:00pm - 7:30pm
Adults, Seniors
Arts & Crafts, Special Program, Technology Class
Open
Registration
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: 9
Event Details:

Learn from Amy how to restore and digitize an old photograph so that you can share it and print it. We will use our photo scanner and photo editing software to teach you how to preserve and print your photographs. 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

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.

Circle of Hope With Hospice of the Western Reserve

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
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.

Wild About Trains!

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children
Arts & Crafts, Science/ STEAM
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Science/ STEAM
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
Event Details:

All aboard! We're making our own wearable trains and taking them for a ride on the rails. Join us for train-tastic fun! Registration required for ages 2-8. 

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.

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 Boxes

4:00pm - 5:00pm
Teens
Arts & Crafts
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Teens
Program Type: Arts & Crafts
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 10
Event Details:

Repurpose a book into a storage box with a yardstick and decoupage. 

Book It! Monthly Book Discussion

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.

March’s title is The Vaster Wilds by Lauren Groff – a thrilling adventure story and a penetrating fable about trying to find a new way of living in a world succumbing to the churn of colonialism.

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.

Homeschool Series - Monday Session

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children
Homeschool
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Homeschool
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 11
Event Details:

This program is geared toward homeschoolers in grades 2-6. Younger or older grades may attend but please keep in mind content may be too difficult or really easy depending on the age of the child.

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.

Spotted Lantern Fly "On The Move"

6:00pm - 7:00pm
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness, Special Program
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness, Special Program
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 26
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.

Tai Chi Easy For Seniors

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 8
Event Details:

​Join Catherine Mangan 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.

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

Circle of Hope With Hospice of the Western Reserve

10:00am - 11:00am
Adults, Seniors
Health & Wellness
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Adults, Seniors
Program Type: Health & Wellness
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 14
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.

Homeschool Series - Wednesday Session

1:00pm - 2:00pm
Children
Homeschool
Open
Registration
Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library
Room: Community Room
Age Group: Children
Program Type: Homeschool
Registration Required
Seats Remaining: 18
Event Details:

This program is geared toward homeschoolers in grades 2-6. Younger or older grades may attend but please keep in mind content may be too difficult or really easy depending on the age of the child.

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.

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.