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Table of Contents Summer Reads 3 Upcoming Books 4 MCDL News & Notes 6 Kids & Family Events 9 Tween Events 13 Teen Events 14 Adult Events 16 Art Shows 21 Friends of MCDL 23 Medina 330-725-0588 210 S. Broadway St., Medina, OH 44256 330-722-2681 Family History & Learning Center Brunswick 330-273-4150 3649 Center Rd., Brunswick, OH 44212 Buckeye 330-725-4415 6625 Wolff Rd., Medina, OH 44256 Highland 330-278-4271 4160 Ridge Rd., Medina, OH 44256 Lodi 330-948-1885 635 Wooster St., Lodi, OH 44254 Seville 330-769-2852 45 Center St., Seville, OH 44273 Bookmobile/Outreach 330-722-2590 Monday - Thursday 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Friday - Saturday 10:00 am - 5:00 pm Sunday Closed MCDL is Closed Jul. 4 Hours Medina County District Libraries Connect with us at mcdl.info 2024 Board of Trustees Brian Harr, President Caleb Parker, Vice President William Koran, Secretary Ryan Carlson Mark Krosse Ann Marie Flannery Director’s Notes by Julianne Bedel Public libraries have always been a place to connect people to information and ideas. They are a gateway to explore stories and cultures beyond our own experience. Our ability to create and foster connections, in a world where individuals report feeling ever more isolated, is part of what keeps demand for public library services strong. At MCDL, we strive to play a crucial role in building community connections in a wide variety of ways ranging from hosting special events and programs to providing public meeting space for community collaborations. Project Read is a collaboration with the Medina County Sheriff’s Office. This voluntary program uses books to connect incarcerated individuals with their young family members through stories. Inmates choose a children’s book and write a note in it for their child or grandchild. Then they are videorecorded reading the book to their special youngster. The library mails the inscribed book to their family and the Sheriff’s Office emails the video. This spring, we were invited to re-institute this popular program and partnership. It is just one example of our dedication to serving all Medina County residents without exception. On April 23, the Medina County Sheriff’s Office held their annual Awards and Commendations ceremony. MCDL, represented by Outreach Manager Ann Plazek, was one of four community entities to receive a STAR award (Sheriff’s Thanks and Recognition). We were honored to be included in this year’s program and thankful for this opportunity to serve the community in an innovative way. Scan to access the digital Library Live
Subscribe to Staff Picks book recommendations at mcdl.info/Newsletters 3 Beach Reads The Summer Pact by Emily Giffin Summers at the Saint by Mary Kay Andrews The Unwedding by Ally Condie Look In the Mirror by Catherine Steadman The Next Mrs. Parrish by Liv Constantine The Housemaid Is Watching by Freida McFadden 4 Hours 4 Hours 5 Hours 8 Hours 10 Hours 11 Hours Matilda by Roald Dahl • Ages 5 & up The Wild Robot series by Peter Brown • Ages 7 & up The Eyes & the Impossible by Dave Eggers • Ages 8 & up On the Edge of the Dark Sea of Darkness (The Wingfeather Saga) by Andrew Peterson • Ages 8 & up The Alchemyst (The Secrets of the Immortal Nicholas Flamel) by Michael Scott • Ages 12 & up The Inheritance Games by Jennifer Lynn Barnes • Ages 12 & up Audiobooks for Family Road Trips FREE Free eBooks, Audiobooks, Magazines, Music, TV, Movies at mcdl.info/eMedia New to eMedia? Try MCDL Academy MCDL offers video tutorials to help you sign up for and learn to use streaming and downloadable content in minutes.
Subscribe to Staff Picks book recommendations at mcdl.info/Newsletters June The God of the Woods by Liz Moore (family saga/mystery) A girl vanishes from an Adirondack summer camp in 1975, but it’s not the first tragedy to befall her family. Summer Romance by Annabel Monaghan (romance) A disheveled professional organizer takes a chance on love when it finds her by surprise. Lies & Weddings by Kevin Kwan (fiction) A globe-trotting jaunt to a destination wedding where the bride’s brother aims to find a romance to solve his financial troubles. Bright and Tender Dark by Joanna Pearson (mystery) A murder on campus still has repercussions twenty years later. Horror Movie by Paul Tremblay (horror) The remake of an incomplete “cursed” horror film haunts the sole surviving cast member. August The Plus One by S.C. Lalli (mystery) Two business moguls are found murdered the night before their destination wedding at an exclusive resort. You Will Never Be Me by Jesse Q. Sutanto (suspense) A jealous woman exacts revenge on the famous social media influencer who ditched her. A Pair of Wings by Carole Hopson (historical fiction) The fictionalized story of Bessie “Queen Bess” Coleman, America’s first African American female aviator. The Singer Sisters by Sarah Seltzer (fiction) A family saga following a ‘60’s music icon and her daughter. The Great Dating Fake Off by Livy Hart (romance) A spicy romantic comedy in which two fake-dating wedding guests ruin the event. July The Half King by Melissa Landers (romance/fantasy) The first born of each noble house carries a curse that only a renegade cult can break. Like Mother, Like Daughter by Kimberly McCreight (suspense) When her mother vanishes, Cleo discovers the secret, dangerous life she leads. Pink Glass Houses by Asha Elias (fiction) Peek inside the world of the uber-wealthy families at Sunset Academy, Miami’s most coveted school. One Big Happy Family by Jamie Day (thriller) Three sisters convene to claim their hotel on the coast of Maine just before a hurricane and a murderer strike. Between Friends and Lovers by Shirlene Obuobi (romance) When a physician who’s also a social media influencer meets a novelist about to strike it rich, sparks fly. 4 Upcoming Books: Fiction
Subscribe to Staff Picks book recommendations at mcdl.info/Newsletters 5 Upcoming Books: Nonfiction June Life’s Too Short: A Memoir by Darius Rucker Hip-Hop is History by Questlove Desperately Seeking Something: A Memoir About Movies, Mothers, and Material Girls by Susan Seidelman July Women in the Valley of the Kings: The Untold Story of Women Egyptologists in the Gilded Age by Kathleen Sheppard The Talented Mrs. Mandelbaum: The Rise and Fall of an American Organized-Crime Boss by Margalit Fox Tiger, Tiger: The Untold Story of the G.O.A.T. by James Patterson and Peter de Jonge August Drawn Testimony: My Four Decades as a Courtroom Sketch Artist by Jane Rosenberg Kent State: An American Tragedy by Brian VanDeMark The Bookshop: A History of the American Bookstore by Evan Friss I Am a Meadow Mermaid by Kallie George Pluto!: Not a Planet? Not a Problem! by Stacy McAnulty Lasagna Means I Love You by Kate O’Shaughnessy Sorcery of Thorns by Margaret Rogerson 6 Times We Almost Kissed by Tess Sharpe Paladin’s Grace by T. Kingfisher Samantha RECENTLY READ BY LIBRARIAN AT BRUNSWICK LIBRARY
Family History & Learning Center Receives Grant The Family History and Learning Center received an Ohio History Fund grant for $18,723 to complete an Aerial Photos Digitization Project. This will preserve a private collection of photos taken during the 1950’s and 60’s of Medina County. The grant program is part of the Ohio History Connection. The funds will pay for additional staff hours to identify, scan, and catalog the photos that will then be available at mcdl.info for public use and viewing. MCDL Aerial Photos Digitization Project is funded in part by the Ohio History Fund, a grant program of the Ohio History Connection. Your donations to the Ohio History Fund make this program possible. ohiohistory.org/historyfund 6 MCDL News & Notes Stay Sharp Kits for Memory Health Stay Sharp Kits are designed for use with individuals who are experiencing cognitive decline related to dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and memory loss. They are also great for anyone who wants to improve their short-term memory and overall mental speed. Kits are themed and include a book, puzzles or card games. They are intended to spark conversation and stimulate brain activity. The contents encourage multi-generational participation to be completed with family, friends or care providers. Stay Sharp Kits are an expansion of the library’s existing Memory Care services and are available at all MCDL locations. Learn more at mcdl.info/Outreach. Tools & Tech Expanding If you haven’t heard of MCDL’s Tools & Tech collection, now is a great time to learn about it! It’s undergoing an expansion to include even more. Below are the new items coming this summer. • Color blind glasses in adult and children sizes • External Blu-ray/DVD/CD writer • Film digitizer in 8mm and Super 8 • Home movie digitizer and player • Inflatable projection screen • Pickleball set • Portable Blu-ray/DVD player • SAD (seasonal affective disorder) lamp • Slide scanner • Traffic cones New items available at Medina Library only. See a complete list of items and library availability at mcdl.info/ToolsTech.
Staff Graduates Congratulations to our graduates. MCDL is proud of your accomplishments! Natalie Keller (MLIS) Jessica Latham (High School) Grace Netherton (High School) Staff Retirements Brunswick Library celebrated the retirement of two long-time employees this spring. Congratulations to Charlene Smiley, Customer Service Supervisor, for her 26 years and Mary Baker, Reference Associate, for her 31 years of service to MCDL. 7 MCDL News & Notes Summer StoryWalk® StoryWalk® is a partnership between MCDL and: • Medina County Park District, Carolyn Ludwig Mugrage Park, 4985 Windfall Rd., Medina • Medina City Schools, Northrop Elementary, 950 E. Reagan Pkwy., Medina It promotes literacy, physical activity, and spending time together as a family. Each season brings a new story. Watch for Explorers of the Wild by Cale Atkinson on June 1. New Events & Meeting Room Calendar With this summer season, MCDL patrons will encounter a much-improved events and meeting room reservation calendar at mcdl.info. The new software went live in mid-May, just in time for registration to begin for summer events. The new Events Calendar is color coordinated by age group, features special events, and offers custom event reminders. The Meeting Room calendar is more sleek, user-friendly, and simplifies the process. Check out our summer events at mcdl.info/Events or reserve a meeting room at mcdl.info/MeetingRoom. Visit the Book Bike at Summer Events Teen Fest - Sat., Jun. 1, 1:00 - 3:00 pm, Medina Square Pride Picnic & Chalk Fest - Thu., Jun. 13, 6:00 - 8:00 pm, Medina Square Arts Week - Thu., Jul. 18, 6:00 - 8:00 pm, Medina Square Wizarding Week - Fri., Aug. 2, 12:00 - 2:00 pm, Medina Square Match Wits MCDL’s Never Late for a Trivia Date team finished third in the 14th annual Match Wits trivia competition. The Alice in Wonderland themed event benefited Project: LEARN of Medina County, an adult literacy non-profit in Medina County.
Bee Festival Sat., Jul. 20, 11:00 am - 3:00 pm, Medina Library Enjoy a day of bee-themed family fun including the opening of the hive, honey tasting, beekeeping information, crafts, and activities for kids. 11:00 am - 1:00 pm - Opening of the Hive 11:00 am - 3:00 pm - Beekeeping Show & Tell 11:00 am - 1:00 pm - Nate the Great bee balloon art mcdl.info/BeeFest Explore Our Collection Adapted Toy Packs include five themed books and an interactive toy equipped with an external button for children of all abilities. Kits feature popular themes. Available at all MCDL locations; limit one per library card. Early Literacy Kits are great to use with children at home or in the classroom. Kits feature topics of interest and contain books, activities, and puppets or toys related to that theme. View themes and reserve kits online. Activities & More 1000 Books Before Kindergarten Accept the challenge and spend time reading with your child. Develop early literacy skills and practice counting your growing list of books. Available at all MCDL locations or download online. Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library Any child from birth to age five can be enrolled to receive a free, new book from Dolly Parton’s Imagination Library every month. Sign up online. Wizarding Week Explore a new location in the Wizarding World every day! Monday, July 29 1:00 pm, grades 3 & up * - Hogsmeade: Three Broomsticks 3:00 pm, grades 3 & up * - Hogsmeade: Hog’s Head Tuesday, July 30 10:30 am, grades 3 & up * - The Forbidden Forest 6:00 pm, grades 6-12 * - Ollivander’s Wand Shop: Learn how to become a maker of fine wands. Wednesday, July 31 11:00 am - 7:00 pm, grades 3 & up * - Gringotts Bank Thursday, August 1 1:00 - 4:00 pm, grades 3 & up - Hogwarts Castle: Drop in for a self-guided tour of the classrooms. 6:00 - 7:30 pm, grades 3 & up - Harry Potter Book Discussion: Bring your favorite book to discuss and dress as your favorite character for the costume contest. Teens and adults welcome. Friday, August 2 12:00 - 2:00 pm, grades 3 & up * - Quidditch World Cup Saturday, August 3 All day, all ages - Wizarding World games, activities, and crafts 10:00 am - 3:00 pm, grades 3-12 - Potterific Keychains: Design a Hogwarts-inspired keychain using Perler Beads. While supplies last. * Visit mcdl.info/WizardWeek for details and to register for events individually at medina library Literacy & Learning for Children 8 Take advantage of these services and learn more at mcdl.info/EarlyLiteracy
Featured Kids & Family Events Summer Reading Kick-Off Brunswick - Fri., May 31, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm, all ages Sign up for Summer Reading, play games, make crafts and stay for the Adventure in the Woods show. Adventure in the Woods Brunswick - Fri., May 31, 10:30 am or 12:00 pm Lodi - Wed., Jul., 10, 10:30 am Explore the science behind survival. Topics include staying warm, navigation, and finding food. Learn about magnetism, taste buds, camouflage, satellites, and more. Presented by Whiz Bang Science. Mr. Jeff’s Music Show * Buckeye - Mon., Jun. 3, 10:15 or 11:30 am Medina - Mon., Jul. 8, 10:30 am All ages - Rock out with instruments and scarves as Mr. Jeff promotes movement, learning and silliness through music. CDs, stickers, and keychains for sale following event. Comedy Juggling Brunswick - Mon., Jun. 3, 10:30 am or 11:15 am, all ages - One-man juggling and interactive show by International Gold Medalist, Matt Jergens. Summer Fest Lodi - Thu., Jun. 6, 1:30 - 3:30 pm All ages - Kick off summer with face painting, crafts, games, and more! Hosted by Lodi and Seville Libraries. Animals We Love to Hate Brunswick - Fri., Jun. 7, 10:30 am Medina - Fri., Jun. 7, 1:00 pm Highland - Sat., Aug. 10, 1:00 pm Ages 6 & up - Join Ohio Nature Education to explore the world of bats, spiders, snakes, and opossums and discover how they are beneficial to us. Live animals included. Feathers, Fur, Scales & Skin * Buckeye - Thu., Jun. 20, 1:00 pm All ages - The Medina County Park District highlights the special characteristics of several Ohio species, sharing animal artifacts and possibly even live animals. Akron Zoo * All ages Backyard Wildlife Highland - Sat., Jun. 22, 12:00 pm Seville - Wed., Jul. 31, 1:00 pm Learn about animals native to Ohio and how people and animals can co-exist. Where in the World? Buckeye - Mon., Jul. 15, 10:30 am Learn about animals from the desert to the rainforest, and meet animals from habitats all around the world. Superheroes! Lodi - Wed., Aug. 7, 10:30 am Meet animals to learn all about their “super powers” and adaptations to help them survive. Endangered Species Medina - Thu., Aug. 8, 10:30 am Learn why some animals thrive while others struggle for survival, then meet the animals! Nate the Great’s Magic * Lodi - Mon., Jul. 15, 1:00 pm All ages - An interactive magic show! Cody Clark Sensory-Friendly Magic Show * Brunswick - Fri., Jul. 26, 10:30 am Medina - Fri., Jul. 26, 2:00 pm All ages - Motivational magic show that includes comedy and storytelling about what being autistic is like. See how autism makes Cody different, yet still as capable as anyone else. Cody removes loud noises, bright lights, and complex plots without removing the fun! Outback Ray * Highland - Sat., Jul. 27, 12:00 pm All ages - Live animal show that will leave you wanting more! *Register at your library or at mcdl.info/Events 9
Yoga Classes * Led by Happy Me Yoga. Baby & Me * Brunswick - Thu., Jun. 6, Jul. 25, Aug. 8, 10:30 am, ages 6 wks. - 23 mos. Sing, move, play and meet other babies and caregivers. Preschool * Brunswick - Thu., Jun. 6, Jul. 25, Aug. 8, 11:30 am, ages 2-5 Build strength, social skills, courage, calmness, and make yogi friends. Beach Sensory Play * Medina - Thu., Jun. 6, 10:30 am Ages birth - 2 - Play with fun textures of the beach. Wear clothes that can get messy and wet. Reading Buddies * Brunswick - Fri., Jun. 7, 14, 21, 28, Jul. 5, 12, 19, 26, Aug. 2, 9, 16, 2:00 - 3:30 pm, grades K-5 Practice reading skills with library staff. You can read-aloud, be read to, or both. Call to register for a time slot. DIY Tie Dye * Lodi - Wed., Jun. 12, 1:30 pm All ages with adult - Tie dye a garment. Bring in any white cotton item and wear clothes that can get messy. Color Wonder Sensory Play * Brunswick - Sat., Jun. 15, 10:30 am, ages 2-5 Explore the colors of the world with sensory activities and crafts. Kids & Family Events Storytimes mcdl.info/Storytimes Give your children an early start with books and help them develop a lifelong love of reading and the skills they’ll need to succeed at school. Session I - June 10 - July 13 No storytime Thu., July 4. Baby (Up to 24 months with adult) Tue. 1:00 pm Brunswick * Wed. 1:00 pm Brunswick * Thu. 10:30 am Brunswick * Thu. 10:30 am Highland Thu. 1:00 pm Medina * Toddler * (Ages 2-3 with adult) Tue. 1:00 pm Highland Preschool * (Ages 4-5) Mon. 1:00 pm Brunswick Mon. 1:00 pm Medina Family * (All ages with adult) Mon. 10:30 am Brunswick Mon. 10:30 am Medina Tue. 10:30 am Brunswick Wed. 10:15 am Lodi Wed. 10:30 am Brunswick Wed. 10:30 am Medina Thu. 10:30 am Medina Sat. 10:30 am Highland Drop-In (All ages with adult) Mon. 10:30 am Buckeye Tue. 6:00 pm Brunswick Wed. 10:30 am Buckeye Wed. 10:30 am Seville Wed. 6:00 pm Medina Thu. 1:30 pm Lodi Session 2 - Aug. 12 - Sep. 14 No storytime Mon., Sep. 2. Baby (Up to 24 months with adult) Tue. 1:00 pm Brunswick * Wed. 1:00 pm Brunswick * Thu. 10:30 am Brunswick * Thu. 10:30 am Highland Thu. 1:00 pm Medina * Toddler * (Ages 2-3 with adult) Wed. 1:00 pm Highland Preschool * (Ages 4-5) Mon. 1:00 pm Brunswick Mon. 1:00 pm Medina Thu. 1:30 pm Lodi Family * (All ages with adult) Mon. 10:30 am Brunswick Mon. 10:30 am Lodi Mon. 10:30 am Medina Tue. 10:30 am Brunswick Wed. 10:30 am Brunswick Wed. 10:30 am Medina Thu. 10:30 am Medina Drop-In (All ages with adult) Tue. 6:00 pm Brunswick Wed. 10:30 am Buckeye Wed. 10:30 am Seville Wed. 6:00 pm Medina Sat. 10:30 am Seville *Register at your library or at mcdl.info/Events 10
Kids & Family Events Bird Buffet * Seville - Sat., Jun. 29, 11:00 am Grades Pre-K - 2 - Learn how different birds use their beaks as tools through a story, activity, and craft. Camouflage Art * Lodi - Wed., Jul. 3, 1:30 pm Grades K-5 - Create art with nature. Fireworks Salt Painting * Highland - Wed., Jul. 3 6:00 pm Grades Pre-K - 5 - Create fireworks art to celebrate Independence Day. Young Inventors Brunswick - July 15-31, ages 3 & up We provide recyclables, you take home and invent! Return inventions for display in August. Arts Week Painting with Baby * Medina - Tue., Jul. 16, 10:30 am Ages birth - 2 - Make canvas artwork to remember your baby’s hand or footprint. Then contribute to a collaborative project for showcase during Medina Arts Week. Wear clothes you can get paint on. Watercolor Masterpieces * Brunswick - Wed., Jul. 17, 1:30 pm Grades K-2 - Make your own art masterpiece. Messy Art * Buckeye - Thu., Jul. 18, 10:30 am Ages 2-5 - Explore a variety of art materials and get creative! Dress in clothes you don’t mind getting paint on. Picasso Crafternoon Seville - Fri., Jul. 19, all day, all ages Drop in and try your hand at some Picasso inspired crafts. Marshall the Fire Dog * Seville - Tue., Jul. 16, 1:00 pm, all ages Join Captain Johnson and Marshall the dalmatian from Seville Fire and EMS to learn about fire safety. Nature Play * Buckeye - Wed., Jul. 17, 10:30 am All ages - Have fun in the sun! Wear clothes that can get wet and dirty. Rain date: Jul. 24. Nature in the Garden Medina - Mon., Jul. 22, 9:30 am All ages - Explore nature with activities that demonstrate how plants and animals interact with each other in our wonderful world. Wear clothes that can get dirty. Held at Medina Community Garden, 302 E. Liberty St. Cancelled if weather is bad. Bubble Party * Lodi - Wed., Jul. 24, 1:30 pm Ages 4 & up - Make your own bubble wand, bubble art, and play with bubbles. What’s All the Buzz About? * Lodi - Wed., Jul. 31, 1:30 pm All ages with adult - Watch an animated movie about a sweet bee with a big heart. Light refreshments provided. Unlazy River Seville - Tue., Aug. 20, 2:00 pm All ages - Bring a pool float or noodle to play lawn games and complete our obstacle course. Keepsake Art * Create a keepsake of your child’s hand or footprint. Lodi - Wed., Aug. 21, 10:30 am, Ages birth - 4 - Sand Print Brunswick - Fri., Aug. 23, 10:30 am, Ages birth - 18 mos. - Baby Butterfly Juneteenth Highland - Wed., Jun. 19, all day, All ages - Learn about Juneteenth and celebrate Freedom Day with hibiscus tea! Shake & Make Ice Cream * Lodi - Wed., Jun. 19, 1:30 pm Ages 4 & up with adult Learn to make a tasty treat! Read to a Therapy Dog Brunswick - Sat., Jun. 22, Mon., Jul. 15, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm, all ages Increase reading skills and confidence with a furry friend. Realm of the Reptile Seville - Sat., Jun. 22, 10:30 am All ages - Slither in to meet snakes, lizards, and more. LEGO Events Competition * Medina - Tue., Jun. 25, 1:30 pm Ages 5 & up - Build a creation with the provided LEGO bricks that match our prompt. Winners receive a prize. Tournament * Buckeye - Sat., Jul. 27, 1:00 - 4:00 pm Grades K-9 - Build from your imagination using our LEGO bricks. Invite friends and family to vote Jul. 29 - Aug. 10. Prizes for those with the most votes! DIY Slime * Lodi - Wed., Jun. 26, 1:30 pm Ages 4 & up with adult Make your own gooey stuff! Seville Farmer’s Market Seville - Sat., Jun. 29, Jul. 20, Aug. 3, 9:00 am - 12:00 pm, all ages Stop by the library table for a fun activity. Held at Maria Stanhope Park, 73 W. Main St., Seville. *Register at your library or at mcdl.info/Events 11
*Register at your library or at mcdl.info/Events 12 Kids & Family Events Special Storytimes Outdoors Seville - Sat, Jun. 1, 10:30 am, all ages Stories, fingerplays, and songs followed by outdoor fun in the sun. Stuffed Animal Sleepover * Medina - Mon., Jun. 3 or Wed., Jun. 5, 6:00 pm, all ages - Wear your PJs and bring your pals for storytime. Then your stuffed animals spend the night! Storytime in the Garden Medina - Tue., Jun. 4, Jul. 2, Aug. 6, 9:30 am, all ages Share nature themed stories, songs and rhymes. A partnership with SustainEd and the Community Garden. Held at Medina Community Garden, 302 E. Liberty St., Medina. Cancelled if weather is bad. Ice Cream Storytime * Brunswick - Mon., Jun. 10, 6:00 pm Ages 3 & up - Stories, songs, and make ice cream. Forest Animals * Seville - Tue., Jun. 11, 1:00 pm, all ages Hear forest animal stories then make a bird feeder and animal craft. Bedtime Stories * Zoom - Thu., Jun. 13, Jul. 11, Aug. 8, 6:00 pm, all ages - Virtual bedtime stories from the comfort of home. 3-2-1... Blastoff! * Brunswick - Fri., Jun. 21, 10:30 am All ages - Moon stories, craft, and astronaut training. Happy Birthday, Percy! Medina - Fri., Jun. 21, 10:30 am All ages - Celebrate the first birthday of Percy Benjamin Waffles, the library guinea pig. Adapted Storytime * Brunswick - Sat., Jun. 29, Jul. 27, Aug. 31, 10:30 am, all ages Storytime in a supportive environment for children with autism and/or sensory integration challenges. Storytime on the Lawn Brunswick - Sat., Jul. 13, 10:30 am All ages - Stories in the sunshine. Held indoors if weather is bad. Dinosaurs! * Lodi - Wed., Jul. 17, 1:30 pm Ages 4 & up - Listen to stories and make your own fossil. Purrs & Pages Seville - Wed., Jul. 17, 6:30 pm, all ages Cat stories and songs, and a special visit from a feline friend. Adventure * Medina - Thu., Jul. 18, 10:30 am All ages - Let’s go on an adventure! Stories, songs, and shenanigans. A-Camping We Will Go * Medina - Wed., Jul. 24, 10:30 am Ages 2-4 - Camping themed stories and a craft. Rock Painting & Stories * Highland - Wed., Jul. 24, 6:00 pm Ages 2-8 - Stories and a craft that rock! Campfire * Brunswick - Wed., Jul. 31, 6:00 pm All ages - Gather around the pretend campfire for stories, treats, and a craft. Teddy Bears Picnic * Buckeye - Wed., Aug. 7, 10:30 am All ages with adult - Bring your favorite teddy bear for a storytime picnic. Stop by for... Hatch the Chicken Brunswick - May 29 - Jul. 3 Highland - Jun. 12 - Jul. 3 Praying Mantis Month Seville - Jun. 1-29 Scavenger Hunt Month Medina - Jun. 3-29 Outdoor Explorers Week Buckeye - Jun. 17-22 Nocturnal Animals Week Buckeye - Jul. 15-20 World Friendship Day Highland - Tue., Jul. 30 Early Literacy Week Brunswick - Aug. 5-10 Mini Golf Buckeye - Aug. 5-10
*Register at your library or at mcdl.info/Events Bookends Bookclub * Brunswick - Tue., 6:00 pm Chat about books and snack. Jun. 4 - Novels to Graphic Novels Jul. 23 - Adventure National Donut Day * Highland - Fri., Jun. 7, 12:30 pm Decorate donuts at the library. Pokémon Trading Card Day Seville - Fri., Jun. 7, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Bring your Pokémon cards and get ready to trade! Popcorn & Pages * Lodi - Tue., 1:30 pm, grades 4-6 Snack, craft, play games, and discuss books. Jun. 11 - Graphic Novels Jul. 9 - Scary Stories Aug. 13 - Animal Stories Canvas for Dad * Highland - Wed., Jun. 12, 6:00 pm Paint a canvas to give Dad for Father’s Day. Kool-Aid Lip Balm * Highland - Sat., Jun. 15, 1:00 pm Grades 3-6 - Make your own Kool-Aid summer lip balm. Paint & Plant * Medina - Tue., Jun. 18, 1:30 pm Paint a terracotta pot and plant a seed to take home. Tabletop RPG Club * Brunswick - Thu., Jun. 20, Jul. 18, Aug. 15, 2:00 pm - Learn to play a new tabletop role playing game each month. Book Bingo * Highland - Mon., Jun. 24, 6:30 pm Play bingo, eat snacks, and win prizes. Spy 101 * Buckeye - Thu., Jun. 27, 1:00 - 2:30 pm Build your spy skills through challenges, codes, and puzzles! LEGO Club Highland - Tue., Jul. 2, 9, 16, 23, 30, 3:00 pm - Build based on weekly prompts. Creations will be displayed until the following week. Pokémon Club * Highland - Sat., Jul. 6, Aug. 3, 1:30 pm Share a common interest about Pokémon while doing fun activities. Paper Mache Sharks * Highland - Sat., Jul. 20, 12:30 pm Create paper mache sharks to display at home. Tween Spa Day * Brunswick - Wed., Jul. 24, 1:30 pm Relaxing activities and take-home wellness goodies. 13 Tween Events Grades 3-5 (unless noted) Camp Day: Animal Adventures * Buckeye - Thu., Jul. 25, 1:00 - 2:30 pm Explore the lives of local wildlife with summer camp activities. Percy Jackson Party * Medina - Mon., Aug. 5, 1:30 pm Wear your Camp Half-Blood T-shirts, discover your godly parent, and celebrate the bestselling book series and new TV show. DIY Window Gel Clings * Seville - Mon., Aug. 5, 6:00 pm Grades 1-5 - Create a biodegradable window cling. Really Mini Golf * Medina - Fri., Aug. 9, 10:30 am Grades 2 & up - Build your tiny golf hole and help build a golf course for a gnome! Hedgehog Book Art * Brunswick - Mon., Aug. 12, 6:00 pm Fold the pages of a book to make a hedgehog. Wind Powered Car Race Off * Highland - Sat., Aug. 31, 11:30 am - 2:00 pm Build a wind powered car to race.
*Register at your library or at mcdl.info/Events Dungeons & Dragons One Shot * Brunswick - Thu., Jun. 20, Jul. 11, 1:00 - 3:00 pm - Choose adventurers, battle monsters, evade traps, and work as a team to reach the end! Super-Sized Game Day Lodi - Thu., Jun. 20, 1:00 - 4:00 pm Grades 4-12 - Challenge your friends to a giant-sized game of Connect 4, tic-tac-toe, or Toss Across. Summer Ribbon Windsock * Highland - Thu., Jun. 20, 3:30 pm Make a decorative windsock to hang outside. Teen Writers Group * Brunswick - 4:00 - 6:00 pm Get inspired with fun writing activities and share your work with others. With writer Cyndi Brec. Mon., Jun. 24 - Fantasy, Myths & Magic Tue., Jul. 23 - Writing from the Heart: Journaling & Personal Storytelling Aug. 6-7 - Writer’s Workshop: Bring an original work to share. Cooking Adventures * Buckeye - Tue., Jun. 25, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Join Sérénité’s sous-chef, Kyre Marshall, to learn your way around a kitchen. Surprise your family with a delicious home-cooked meal you prepared. Otaku Tuesdays * Medina - Tue., 6:00 pm Geekcrafts, cosplay, and a celebration of all things anime. Jun. 25 - Manga Art Class with Artist Doug Laubacher Jul. 23 - Shrinky Dink Key Chains Aug. 27 - Suminagashi Paper Marbling 14 Book Discussion Medina - Tue., Jun. 11, Jul. 9, Aug. 13, 3:00 pm - Join this open discussion to talk about books we are reading and books you really enjoyed. Pride Time Medina - Wed., Jun. 12, 4:30 - 6:00 pm Brunswick - Wed., Jun. 12, Thu., Jul. 25, 6:00 - 7:30 pm LGBTQIA+ teens and allies talk about movies, literature, and more. Play games and make Pride-themed crafts in a supportive environment. June 12 event features virtual visit with author Anna Kopp at 6:30 pm. Virtual Author Visit: Anna Kopp * Zoom - Wed., Jun. 12, 6:30 pm Anna Kopp discusses her YA fantasy graphic novel, The Marble Queen, then answers questions. After Hours Hide & Seek * Medina - Fri., Jun. 14, 5:00 - 6:30 pm Grades 4 & up - Run around playing hide and seek, ghosts in the graveyard, kick the can, and more. Intergenerational Knit & Crochet * Brunswick - Wed., Jun. 19, 1:30 - 3:30 pm Our adult knit and crochet group will guide you through a project, then “yarn bomb” the library with needlework! Parents and guardians welcome. Jackbox Game Night * Lodi - Wed., Jun. 19, 6:00 pm Join us for popcorn and Jackbox games. Bring your own smartphone or tablet to play. Dungeons & Dragons Club Medina * - Wed., Jun. 5, 19, Jul. 3, 17, Aug. 7, 21, 3:00 - 5:00 pm Highland * - Fri., Jun. 14, 28, Jul. 12, 26, Aug. 9, 23, 3:00 - 5:00 pm Seville - Tue., Jun. 25, Jul. 30, Aug. 27, 6:00 - 7:30 pm Create a character and explore fantastic worlds filled with adventure and loot! Cast & Crew Club * Medina - Wed., Jun. 5, 12, 19, 26, Jul. 3, 10, 6:00 - 7:30 pm Film enthusiasts gather to discuss and create movies. Premiere is Wed., Jul. 17, 6:00 pm. Volunteens Orientation & Painting Adventures * Buckeye - Thu., Jun. 6, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Attend volunteer orientation and stay to paint windows and rocks to decorate the library for summer. Mill Stream Clean Up * Buckeye - Tue. Jul. 9, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Medina County Soil and Water Conservation District will guide hands-on learning at Mill Stream Park, 1200 Maple St., Valley City. Rain date: Jul. 23. End of Summer Party * Buckeye - Tue., Aug. 13, 12:30 - 2:30 pm Enjoy a pizza party and final volunteer activity to wrap up the summer. Learn to Play Chess * Highland - Sat., Jun. 8, 29, 1:00 pm Learn to play or gain new strategies. Teen Events Grades 6-12 (unless noted)
May 22 - August 17 Teens entering grades 6-12 Read and log your minutes online or in the ReadSquared app. Scan the code or visit mcdl.info/ ReadingGame Grand Prize Bundles Art • Books • Go Play Just Vibes • Room Essentials Drone • Instant Camera LEGO Set 120 mins. Mystery Box 300 mins. Raffle Ticket 600 mins. Book & Raffle Ticket 900 mins. Raffle Ticket 1,200 mins. Raffle Ticket *Register at your library or at mcdl.info/Events Camp Half Blood * Seville - Sat., Jul. 6, 1:00 pm Grades 4-12 - Celebrate the Demigod way! Discover your godly parent and enjoy blue treats while participating in games, trivia, and crafts. Make Your Own Ice Cream * Medina - Mon., Jul. 15, 5:00 - 7:00 pm Make ice cream then top it off with delicious toppings. DIY Scratch Art * Lodi - Mon., Jul. 15, 6:00 pm Create a fun masterpiece with crayons and paint. Watercolor Painting * Brunswick - Tue., Jul. 16, 2:00 - 3:30 pm Get an introduction to watercolor painting and creature creation with local author and artist Glen Somodi. Book sale to follow. Jellyfish Lantern * Seville - Sat., Jul. 27, 1:00 pm Grades 3-12 - Create a jellyfish lantern to hang in your room. Improvisational Theater * Brunswick - Mon., Jul. 29, 2:00 - 3:30 pm Let your imagination guide you in creative and hilarious acting games. No theater experience necessary - just a willingness to be yourself and have fun! Top Teen Chef * Brunswick - Thu., Aug. 1, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Compete in a cooking challenge! You won’t know the ingredients until you step into the kitchen. Use your skills and imagination to cook a winning dish. 15 Teen Events Morse Code Bracelets * Lodi - Wed., Aug. 7, 6:00 pm Grades 4-12 - Create a beaded bracelet with a coded message. Stained Glass Hanging * Seville - Sat., Aug. 10, 2:00 pm Upcycle a CD case into a stained glass window hanging. Teen Party Game Night * Medina - Fri., Aug. 16, 5:00 - 7:30 pm Play real life Among Us, Werewolf, Giant Jenga, and Battleship, plus tons of surprises at this after-hours event. Celtic Illuminated Letter Craft * Highland - Sat., Aug. 24, 1:00 - 2:30 pm Turn your first initial into medieval lettering. What’s Your Chip IQ? Buckeye - Wed., Aug. 28, 2:15 pm Join us for potato chip trivia and taste testing! Upcoming Books Children of Anguish and Anarchy by Tomi Adeyemi (June) Reckless by Lauren Roberts (July) The Grandest Game by Jennifer Lynn Barnes (July) Such Charming Liars by Karen M. McManus (July) Death at Morning House by Maureen Johnson (August)
*Register at your library or at mcdl.info/Events Mystery Book Discussion * Zoom - Mon., 2:00 pm Jun. 10 - Mother-Daughter Murder Night by Nina Simon Jul. 8 - Broadway Butterfly by Sara DiVello Aug. 12 - Everyone in My Family Has Killed Someone by Benjamin Stevenson Classic & Contemporary Book Club Buckeye - Mon., 6:00 pm Jun. 17 - The Christie Affair by Nina de Gramont Jul. 15 - Remarkably Bright Creatures by Shelby Van Pelt Aug. 19 - The Last Thing He Told Me by Laura Dave Manga Book Club Medina - Mon., 6:00 pm Jun. 17 - Nana, Vol. 1-3 by Ai Yazawa Jul. 15 - The Case Study of Vanitas, Vol. 1-3 by Jun Mochizuki Aug. 19 - The Dragon King’s Imperial Wrath, Vol. 1-3 by Aki Shikimi Nonfiction Book Club Medina - Mon., 6:00 pm Jun. 24 - Stay True by Hua Hsu Jul. 29 - The Underworld: Journeys to the Depths of the Ocean by Susan Casey Aug. 26 - Camera Girl: The Coming of Age of Jackie Bouvier Kennedy by Carl Sferrazza Anthony Cozy Mystery Book Club * Medina - Fri., 3:00 pm Jun. 28 - The Maid by Nita Prose Jul. 26 - Mango, Mambo, and Murder by Raquel Reyes Aug. 30 - How to Solve Your Own Murder by Kristen Perrin Walking Book Talk Seville - Wed., Aug. 7, 6:00 pm - Walk and discuss what you have been reading. Held at Leohr Park, 99 High St., Seville. Books & Authors mcdl.info/BookEvents Book Discussions Medina - Thu., 2:00 pm Jun. 6 - Afternoon Tea & Book Talks with Mary Jul. 11 - Anxious People by Fredrik Backman Aug. 1 - Firekeeper’s Daughter by Angeline Boulley Brunswick - Mon., 11:00 am Jun. 10 - The Wager: A Tale of Shipwreck, Mutiny, and Murder by David Grann Jul. 8 - The Outsiders by S.E. Hinton, teens welcome Aug. 12 - The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb Lodi * - Tue., 9:00 am Held at Second Look Books & Brews, 119 Wooster St., Lodi Jun. 11 - The House in the Cerulean Sea by TJ Klune Jul. 9 - Transcendent Kingdom by Yaa Gyasi Aug. 13 - West with Giraffes by Lynda Rutledge Seville - Tue., 6:00 pm Jun. 11 - The Invisible Hour by Alice Hoffman Jul. 9 - The Last Ride of the Pony Express by Will Grant Aug.13 - Made You Up by Francesca Zappia Brunswick - Wed., 6:30 pm Jun. 19 - The Cartographers by Peng Shepherd Jul. 17 * - True Biz by Sara Novic Held at Cozumel Mexican Restaurant & Cantina, 625 Pearl Rd., Brunswick Aug. 21 - The Ride of Her Life by Elizabeth Letts Highland - Wed., 6:30 pm Jun. 26 - The Book of Lost Names by Kristin Harmel Jul. 31 - Go as a River by Shelley Read Aug. 28 - Murder in the Family by Cara Hunter Facebook Book Discussion Facebook - Every Wed., 9:00 pm A casual, drop-in book discussion with no assigned book. Post what you’re reading and see what others are reading at facebook.com/MedinaCountyDistrictLibraryOhio. 16 Adult Events
*Register at your library or at mcdl.info/Events Technology & Computers mcdl.info/TechnologyEvents 17 Writers Series Time Management Strategies for Completing a Novel * Medina - Thu., Jun. 20, 6:00 - 7:30 pm Join writer Cyndi Brec to learn time management, goal setting, and accountability strategies. Plot Twist Critique Group * Zoom - Thu., Jun. 20, Jul. 18, 6:00 pm Active writers wanted! Discuss your latest projects, topics on the craft, and submit snippets of your work to get feedback in a friendly, participatory environment. The Long Payoff of Short Stories * Medina - Sat., Jul. 27, 2:00 - 3:30 pm Join Kris Renee as she shares her formula for writing, formatting, and publishing short stories for profit. Concept to Outline * Medina - Thu., Aug. 22, 6:00 - 7:30 pm In this workshop, indie author Kalynn Applewhite reveals her process for shaping concepts into the foundations of your first draft no matter the genre or writing style. Author Visits Lost Ohio Treasures * Highland - Wed., Jul. 10, 6:30 pm - Author Mark Strecker tests the credibility of Ohio’s tall tales. Book sale and signing to follow. Digital Inclusion & Literacy Online DIAL classes focus on the basics of streaming, computers, email, and online safety. One long-loan hotspot renewal available after completing one DIAL class. View classes and register at medinaco.org/dial. Makerspace Mondays * Medina - Mon., 1:30 pm - Watch equipment demonstrations. Jun. 3 - Digitizing Vinyl Records & Cassettes Aug. 12 - Digitizing Photos, Slides & Negatives Camp Wired Medina - Every Thu., 10:30 am - 12:00 pm Learn or brush up on your computer skills and software with Sherri. Call for topics. Tech Classes * Learn new computer and technology skills with Pieri. Brunswick - 1:00 pm Tue., Jun. 11 - Travel Hacks Thu., Aug. 15 - Photo Management Medina - Wed., 6:30 pm Jun. 19 - Intro to AI & Chat GPT Jul. 10 - What is the Cloud & How to Save to It Aug. 14 - Online Research Tips & Tricks Make It Monday! * Medina - Mon., 1:30 - 3:30 pm - Supplies provided. Jun. 24 - Learn to use the laser engraver, sublimation printer, and heat press to create a cork coaster and koozie. Jul. 22 - Learn to use the laser engraver to personalize pencils. Aug. 19 - Learn to use the button maker to create a set of five pin-backed buttons. Information Technology Security Breaches Lodi - Thu., Jul. 11, 6:00 pm - Learn how to stay safe online. Presented by the Tri-C Speaker’s Bureau. Family History & Learning Center Tours Medina - Sat., Jul. 20, 1:00 pm, Tue., Jul. 23, 6:30 pm, Wed., Jul. 31, 10:30 am - Learn about the resources available in the Digital Lab, Local History Room, and Makerspace. Using Canva * Medina - Mon., Aug. 5, 6:30 pm - View a demonstration and learn to create banners and posters with Canva – a free, online graphic design resource. Includes discussion of how to print creations in the Makerspace. Adult Events Books & Authors Abby Jimenez * Mon., Sep. 9, 6:30 pm Brunswick Middle School Auditorium, 1483 Pearl Rd. Abby Jimenez is a New York Times bestselling author and Food Network champion. She is the author of six novels including Life’s Too Short, Part of Your World, and Yours Truly. Book sale and signing to follow, time permitting. Book Discussion * Medina - Mon., Sep. 9, 3:00 pm Abby Jimenez discusses her latest novel, Just for the Summer. Registration required, beginning July 8. Full details at mcdl.info/Readers. Photo credit: Ryan LaPlante
*Register at your library or at mcdl.info/Events 18 Adult Events Anglophile Events 9th Annual Great Anglophile Bake Off * Brunswick - Sat., Jun. 8, 11:00 am - 1:00 pm - Book Bakes: create a home baked item representing a literary work or theme. Registration not required for spectators. Anglophiles United Brunswick - Mon., Jul. 1, Aug. 5, 6:30 pm Games, trivia and conversation for expats and lovers of British culture. Tabletop RPG One Shots * Medina - Sat., 1:30 - 3:30 pm Try out a new system in these self-contained sample sessions. Jun. 8 - Mörk Borg Jul. 6 - Starfinder Aug. 3 - Kids on Brooms Sign Language Events Ages 10 and up welcome. Classes * Medina - Mon., Jun. 10, 17, Jul. 1, 8, 15 Jean Cormany teaches about Deaf culture and how to communicate in sign language. 5:30 pm - Beginner 6:30 pm - Intermediate Social * Medina - Mon., Jul. 22, 6:00 - 7:30 pm Informal signing and socializing for all levels. Retirement Series * Highland - 6:30 pm Mon., Jun. 10 - Retirement Income & Tax Strategies Tue., Jun. 11 - Investments & Withdrawal Strategies Afternoon Movie Brunswick - Tue., Jun. 18, Jul. 23, Aug. 20, 1:00 pm - Enjoy snacks and a movie. Call for titles. Native Plants * Seville - Wed., Jun. 19, 6:00 pm Learn about plants native to Northeast Ohio and why they are important. Participants will be given a plant to take home. Movie Discussion * Highland - Tue., Jun. 25, Jul. 23, Aug. 27, 6:30 pm - Watch on your own and meet to discuss. Call for titles. Beginner Dungeons & Dragons * Medina - Thu., Jun. 27, Jul. 25, Aug. 29, 5:30 - 7:30 pm Learn the basics and embark on an epic quest with fellow adventurers. Health & Wellness mcdl.info/HealthEvents Memory Café Buckeye - Mon., Jun. 3, 17, Jul. 1, 15, Aug. 5, 19, 1:00 pm - Come for light snacks, fun activities, socialization, and resources for those living with memory loss along with their care partners. Tranquil Percussion Experience * Medina - Tue., Jun. 18, 6:30 pm Learn to play soothing percussion instruments and share like-energies, or just meditate, relax, read, or listen. Chair Yoga * Highland - Mon., Jul. 8, 6:30 pm Learn the benefits of yoga while in a chair. Control Diabetes Naturally * Highland - Wed., Jul. 31, 6:30 pm Hack your diabetes with lessons learned from a Cleveland Clinic research study. Herbal Tinctures * Brunswick - Thu., Aug. 1, 6:30 pm Learn about making tinctures and infusing herbs. Native Shade Plants Buckeye - Mon., Jul. 8, 6:30 pm A Master Gardener shares ideas on what plants grow nicely in the shade and benefits they provide. Bingo Seville - Wed., Jul. 10, 6:00 pm Classic bingo with book themed prizes. Ohio Justice Bus Legal Clinic * Lodi - Thu., Jul. 18, 10:00 am - 1:00 pm Register for an appointment with a certified attorney for assistance in family law on this free mobile law clinic. Service provided in partnership with Ohio Access to Justice Foundation. Beautiful Homes of the Rich & Famous * Zoom - Wed., Jul. 24, 6:00 pm Look at some of the beautiful homes of the rich and famous. Optional viewing at Seville Library. Discover Discography Medina - Sat., Jul. 27, 2:00 pm Discuss Taylor Swift’s newest album The Tortured Poets Department. Lughnasadh Workshop * Highland - Tue., Jul. 30, 6:30 pm Journey into the rich history and traditions of Lughnasadh marking the start of harvest season in the Celtic calendar. Music on the Lawn Lodi - Sat., 3:00 pm - Enjoy an outdoor concert. Held indoors if weather is bad. Aug. 3 - Charis Thorsell Nelson: Country Aug. 24 - Deep Fog Drifters: Bluegrass, Folk & Americana
*Register at your library or at mcdl.info/Events Arts & Crafts mcdl.info/ArtsEvents 19th Century Huswife * Highland - Sat., Jun. 1, 10:30 am - 12:30 pm Learn what a Civil War huswife is and hand sew one for your family. Knitting & Crochet Brunswick - Tue., Jun. 4, Jul. 2, 16, 30, Aug. 13, 27, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Beginners are welcome for informal instruction. Group donates items to Warm Up Medina County. Wood Flower Workshop * Seville - Wed., Jun. 5, 5:30 pm Bring a mug to create a centerpiece. $26 due at registration to presenter. Friendship Bracelets Medina - Fri., Jun. 7, all day - Create bracelets about your favorite things. While supplies last. All ages welcome. Card Making * Buckeye - Tue., Jun. 11, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Create six greeting cards. Two each: graduation, wedding/anniversary, and baby shower. Supplies provided. Paint a Canvas Create an original painting by you! $20 supply fee due to presenter at event. Wine Lovers * Brunswick - Fri., Jun. 14, 5:30 - 7:30 pm Medina - Fri., Jun. 28, Aug. 30, 5:30 - 7:30 pm Adults 21 & up - Bring wine, snacks, or other refreshments. Sweet Night Out * Medina - Fri., Jul. 19, 5:30 - 7:30 pm Bring your favorite sweet (or snack). Fourth of July Wreath * Lodi - Tue., Jun. 18, 6:00 pm Make a wreath using cupcake liners. Dragonfly Garden Ornament * Seville - Wed., Jun. 26, 6:00 pm Create a beautiful dragonfly ornament for your garden using a metal whisk. Candle Craft * Highland - Fri., Jun. 28, 1:00 - 2:30 pm Turn ordinary candle sticks into fun shapes as we bend and paint them. Summer Collage * Brunswick - Thu., Jul. 11, 6:00 pm Create a bird and leaf collage with scrapbook paper. Craft Supply Swap Medina - Sat., Jul. 13, 10:00 am - 12:30 pm Bring your unopened or gently used craft supplies to exchange and mingle with other crafters. Note: no items should be exchanged for money. Artist Trading Cards 101 * Medina - Wed., Jul. 17, 6:00 - 7:30 pm Create tiny works of art you can trade with other artists. Supplies provided. Painted Tea Towels * Buckeye - Mon., Aug. 5, 5:30 - 7:00 pm Create beautiful tea towels with stamps, leaves, and paints. Lavender Flower Painting * Brunswick - Thu., Aug. 15, 6:00 pm Create a painting of lavender flowers using Q-Tips and bamboo skewers. Drop in Sewing Circle Medina - Sat., Aug. 17, 2:00 - 4:00 pm Embroider and stitch with others. Beginners are welcome for informal instruction. Bring your own supplies. Pressed Flower Art Medina - Tue., Aug. 27, 6:00 - 7:30 pm Bring in your pressed plants to create a work of art. DIY Houseplant Treehouse * Seville - Thu., Aug. 29, 5:30 pm Bring a small houseplant and create a treehouse fit for a fairy. Teens welcome. 19 Adult Events Cookie Campout * Lodi - Tue., Jun. 11, 6:00 pm Decorate four cookies. $25 supply fee due to presenter at event. Picky Eating in Children * Brunswick - Mon., Jun. 17, 6:30 pm Learn about what’s normal and what’s not when it comes to picky eaters. Cookbook Club * Lodi - Thu., 6:00 pm Jun. 20 - Camping Food Jul. 18 - Lemons Aug. 1 - Fair Food. Held at Medina County Fairgrounds, 720 W. Smith Rd., Medina. Meet at the Pavilion. Afternoon Tea Club Brunswick - Wed., 1:30 pm BYO teacup to explore tea, tea culture, and taste test. Jun. 26 - How to Brew a Proper Cuppa Jul. 31 - All About Green Tea Aug. 28 - Tea in Books Seasonal Recipe Class * Highland - Wed., Jun. 26, 6:30 pm Jeanne with Purposeful Eats explores tasty recipes that feature fresh summer produce that are easy to make and good for you. Refrigerator Pickling * Brunswick - Thu., Jul. 18, 2:00 pm Learn to pickle without the stress of canning. Recipe Exchange Party * Brunswick - Thu., Aug. 22, 6:00 pm Bring your favorite homemade dessert to share and take home a recipe book with everyone’s creations. Recipes required in advance. Food & Cooking mcdl.info/FoodEvents
*Register at your library or at mcdl.info/Events 20 Growing Up Cleveland: Barnaby, Captain Penny & Ghoulardi * Lodi - Mon., Jun. 3, 6:30 pm - Relive the days of early television and have fun with some children’s television trivia. Local & Family History Resources * Medina - Tue., Jun. 4, Wed., Jul. 10, Sat., Aug. 3, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm - Learn about the resources offered in the Family History & Learning Center. Class includes a tour of the local history room, a survey of digital resources, and time for research using the collection’s books and databases. Lineage Legacies: Connecting Your Ancestors to America’s History * Medina - Wed., Jun. 5, 6:30 pm - Lineage societies are a great way to honor your ancestors’ accomplishments. This program guides you through the application process, including a personal example. Optional viewing on Zoom. Genealogy Discussion Group Medina - Wed., Jun. 12, Jul. 10, Aug. 14, 12:30 pm (new time) Connect with fellow genealogists to discuss research, share hints, and ask questions. Local Black History & the Underground Railroad Medina - Sat., Jun. 15, 3:00 pm - Roger Smalley presents an overview of the Underground RR and Medina’s Black historical figures. Includes a special guest speaker who will introduce the story of a new member of this inspirational group. Legendary Ladies Medina - Wed., Jun. 19, 6:30 pm - In a whirlwind one-woman show, actor Debra Rose portrays Marian Anderson, Aretha Franklin, and Billie Holiday. Presented by Women in History. Titanic Seville - Mon., Jun. 24, 6:00 pm - Tom Goldsmith, grandson of Titanic survivor Frank John William Goldsmith, speaks about his grandfather’s experience along with Titanic lore and history. Preserving Family Memories * Brunswick - Thu., Jun. 27, 6:30 pm - Preserve and share family memories so they can be enjoyed for years to come. Adult Events Discovering Your Ancestor’s Town of Origin * Medina - Sat., Jul. 6, 2:00 pm - Uncovering your immigrant ancestor’s hometown is essential to furthering research. Mini-case studies of American immigrants illustrate potential resources and strategies. Optional viewing on Zoom. Understanding the American Hobo * Highland - Wed., Jul. 17, 6:30 pm - Learn about their history, code of ethics, and more in this fascinating program. Ohio’s Electric Railways: Past, Present & Future Seville - Mon., Jul. 29, 6:00 pm - Northern Ohio Railway Museum shares the history of electric streetcars, their importance to Ohio’s past, and how they could improve Ohio going forward. Become a Pro Using FamilySearch Family Tree * Zoom - Sat., Aug. 3, 2:00 pm - Dana Palmer of Treasured Lineage explains how to use this resource to its full potential and connect with relatives. Sponsored by Medina County Genealogical Society. Optional viewing at Medina Library. Twain by Two * Medina - Tue., Aug. 6, 6:00 pm - Enjoy a performance by internationally recognized Twain Scholar, Mark Dawidziak, and actor Sara Showman. Includes excerpts from Huckleberry Finn and Eve’s Diary, among others. Q&A to follow. Exploring the Flats * Brunswick - Thu., Aug. 8, 6:30 pm - Cleveland Metroparks Archivist/Historian, Judy MacKeigan, talks about the long and varied history of the Cleveland Flats, from the first log cabins to the vibrant venues of today. Agatha Christie Medina - Sat., Aug. 10, 1:00 pm - Anne McEvoy portrays famed mystery writer Agatha Christie who created some of the most enduring and best-selling detective stories ever written. Presented by Women in History. Victoria Woodhull: Phoenix Rising Medina - Thu., Aug. 15, 6:00 pm - Dr. Judith Dann, lead classics professor at Columbus State Community College, discusses the life of Victoria Woodhull, the first woman to run for president in 1872. History & Genealogy mcdl.info/HistoryEvents
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