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Name: Identifying Scams and Frauds: An Overview of Common Trends and How to Protect Yourself
Start: 2025-01-09T18:00:00-05:00
End: 2025-01-09T19:30:00-05:00
Location: Grafton-Midview Public Library

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Identifying Scams and Frauds: An Overview of Common Trends and How to Protect Yourself

Thursday, January 9, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:30pm

Open

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Financial & Legal, Special Program

Required

Seats Remaining: 27

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An FBI Supervisory Special Agent will review the current cybercrime environment and give tips on how best to protect yourself and your identity online.

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Slow Flow Yoga With Crescent Moon Yoga

Saturday, January 11, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

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Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored, Health & Wellness

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Seats Remaining: 4

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Welcome to Slow Flow Yoga! Bring your own yoga mat or beach towel for a calming one-hour session of Slow Flow Yoga with Jill. In this class, you will focus on breathing & moving with the breath.

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Dry January Mocktails with Verbena Free Spirited

Tuesday, January 21, 2025 at 6:00pm - 7:00pm

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Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored, Health & Wellness, Special Program

Required

Seats Remaining: 23

Event Details:

Molly Cheraso from Verbena Free Spirited Shoppe discusses "Dry January" with an assortment of mocktail options for the winter months. Sponsored by Read Between the Wines.

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We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

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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.

Chair Yoga with Karen Jaynes

Wednesday, January 22, 2025 at 11:00am - 12:00pm

Open

Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored, Health & Wellness

Required

Seats Remaining: 17

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Keep yourself limber and agile as you head into the New Year with Chair Yoga by Karen Jaynes! Practice mindfulness and guided breathing while combining the movements of yoga. Registration required. Sponsored by Read Between the Wines.

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Watercolor Basics with Mary Jo

Saturday, January 25, 2025 at 11:00am - 1:00pm

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Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Friends of the Library Sponsored

Required

Seats Remaining: 0

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.

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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.

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There may be photography at this event. Please contact the library staff at the event if you do not want to be photographed.

Forensic Genealogy: The New Frontier

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

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Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored, Genealogy

Required

Seats Remaining: 31

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

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

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Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Friends of the Library Sponsored, Special Program

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Seats Remaining: 0

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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.

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Food Allergies

We cannot guarantee that food served at this program has not come into contact with tree nuts, soy, or other allergens.

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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

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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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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.

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Paper Cricut Creations

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

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Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library

Room: Community Room

Age Group: Adults, Seniors

Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Technology Class

Required

Seats Remaining: 1

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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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.

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All Day	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Christmas Around the World Holly Jolly Gingerbread Competition All Day 10/18 - 11/24 All Ages Arts & Crafts, Special Program This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library Room: No Space Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Program Event Details: GMPL is participating in a county-wide library gingerbread competition sponsored by Christmas Around the World. Bring your any shape, any size "around-the-world" themed gingerbread creation to the library between November 10-14.
	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Remembering our Military Members Tree Display All Day 11/1 - 1/6 All Ages Special Program This event is in the "All Ages" group. Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library Room: No Space Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Special Program Event Details: Stop by beginning November 1 - January 6 to view our special Military Members tree. If you created an ornament, you may pick it up on or after January 6, 2025.
	This event is in the "All Ages" group. Holly Jolly Gingerbread Competition Entry Turn In All Day 11/10 - 11/14 All Ages Arts & Crafts, Special Program This event is in the "All Ages" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library Room: New Book Area Age Group: All Ages Program Type: Arts & Crafts, Special Program Event Details: Bring your "around-the-world" themed gingerbread creations of any shape or size to the library November 10-14!
10 am			This event is in the "Seniors" group. Tai Chi Easy For Seniors 10:00am - 11:00am Seniors Health & Wellness Closed Required This event is in the "Seniors" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Seniors Program Type: Health & Wellness Required Seats Remaining: 1 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.	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Cancelled Circle of Hope With Hospice of the Western Reserve 10:00am - 11:00am Adults, Seniors Health & Wellness Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Health & Wellness 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.	This event is in the "Children" group. Baby Story Time 10:00am - 10:30am Children Storytime This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.	This event is in the "Children" group. Sensory Time 10:00am - 11:00am Children Arts & Crafts Closed Required This event is in the "Children" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 2 Event Details: Bring your child for some sensory fun! Please dress for a mess. Registration for ages 0-3 begins October 18. 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.
11 am		This event is in the "Children" group. Preschool Story Time 11:00am - 11:30am Children Storytime This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.		This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Inspired Readers 11:30am - 12:45pm Adults, Seniors Book Club This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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. Sept: Trapped: A novel by Irene Hannon Oct: Appalachian Song by Michelle Shocklee Nov: The Lacemaker by Laura Frantz Dec: Julotta : A story of faith & love by Tracie Peterson	This event is in the "Children" group. Toddler Story Time 11:00am - 11:30am Children Storytime This event is in the "Children" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.
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1 pm		This event is in the "Children" group. Homeschool Series - Monday Session 1:00pm - 2:00pm Children Homeschool Closed Required This event is in the "Children" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Homeschool Required Seats Remaining: 2 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.		This event is in the "Children" group. Homeschool Series - Wednesday Session 1:00pm - 2:00pm Children Homeschool Closed Required This event is in the "Children" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Homeschool Required Seats Remaining: 6 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.
2 pm							This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Ask Amy About Photoshop 2:00pm - 3:00pm Adults, Seniors Technology Class This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Class Event Details: Do you need help editing or retouching your digital photos? Not sure how to remove unwanted backgrounds? Drop in and ask staff member and resident expert Amy how to get started using Photoshop! No registration required.
3 pm					This event is in the "Tweens" group. Coding with Miss Sally & VEX IQ Robotics 3:30pm - 5:00pm Tweens Science/ STEAM Closed Required This event is in the "Tweens" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Tweens Program Type: Science/ STEAM Required Seats Remaining: 1 Event Details: Learn to build highly functional robots with Miss Sally and VEX IQ Robotics based on plastic, snap-together pieces. Participants should be able to attend all program dates as each session will build upon the next.
4 pm			This event is in the "Children" group. Cancelled Fun with Paper Mache: A Beginner's Guide for Kids NEW TIME 4:15pm - 5:45pm Children Arts & Crafts Required This event is in the "Children" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Children Program Type: Arts & Crafts Event Details: Get ready to dress for a mess as we dive into an amazing paper mache project using flour paste. This is a two-part series, so be sure to plan to attend both sessions. 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.
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6 pm		This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Fundamentals of Photography With Amy 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults, Seniors Technology Class Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Technology Class Required Seats Remaining: 5 Event Details: Join experienced photographer and library staff member Amy to learn the basics of photography, both indoors and outdoors! Amy will cover different facets of using your camera, whether it’s a traditional camera or a smartphone. 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.			This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. U.S. Department of Veterans Affairs Benefit Brief 6:00pm - 7:30pm Adults, Seniors Financial & Legal, Special Program Closed Required This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Financial & Legal, Special Program Required Seats Remaining: 26 Event Details: Ken Lane, Lorain County Veterans Service Officer, presents an informative talk on benefits available through the U.S.	This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. BYOW Glitter Poinsettias 6:30pm - 9:00pm Adults, Seniors Arts & Crafts Closed Required Offsite Event This event is in the "Adults" group. This event is in the "Seniors" group. Closed Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Off Site Age Group: Adults, Seniors Program Type: Arts & Crafts Required Seats Remaining: 0 Event Details: Another year...another fab BYOW glitter event with Grafton-Midview Public Library! Please join us at Grafton Township Hall for our famous annual holiday glitter painting event. 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.	This event is in the "Family Program" group. Cancelled Family Game Night 6:00pm - 8:00pm Family Program Video Games/ Other Games Required This event is in the "Family Program" group. Cancelled Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. Library Branch: Grafton-Midview Public Library Room: Community Room Age Group: Family Program Program Type: Video Games/ Other Games 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.
7 pm			Board of Trustees Meeting 7:15pm - 8:15pm Trustee Meeting Please note you are looking at an event that has already happened. 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.

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