1 News and events at Medina County District Library • mcdl.info Library Live March, April, May 2024 Raina Telgemeier New York Times #1 Bestselling author and illustrator of graphic novels including Smile, Sisters, and her Baby-Sitters Club adaptation. Details on page 10. Photo credit: Joseph Fanvu Photography 2/16 Annual Report Edition!
Director’s Notes by Julianne Bedel Table of Contents Annual Report 3 Upcoming Books 6 MCDL News & Notes 8 Children’s Events 10 Teen Events 14 Adult Events 16 Art Shows 21 Volunteer Thanks 22 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 (Medina & Brunswick only) 1:00 - 5:00 pm (through May 19) MCDL is Closed Mar. 31, May 12, 27 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 Jill McGarr Ann Marie Flannery Medina County District Library’s mission is to enrich life in the county with outstanding and innovative library services for all. We achieve this through partnerships, networking with other libraries, and providing staff continuing education. We stay connected to the community and evolve our materials and services as needs change. MCDL’s Board serves as the community’s voice. I’m thankful for the trustees’ gift of time, talent, and service. In her final year on the board, President Maria Griffiths led our trustees with an emphasis on community engagement and commitment to inclusion, which is evident in the priorities of the strategic plan. Listening to the community’s voice continued with a survey of residents. Areas that received high levels of satisfaction included variety of materials in the collection, research assistance, check out speed, quiet environment, personalized instruction, and staff response to individual needs. Areas for potential improvement included library cleanliness, condition of equipment, and quick reference services. In overall satisfaction, 88% of respondents would recommend MCDL to a friend or family member and 86% stated their needs are met through library services. This data-driven survey was conducted at the start of the strategic plan and will be repeated at the conclusion to measure growth. We’re grateful to everyone who participated in the survey. We value your feedback and will use it for continued improvement. Thank you to our community partners, trustees, Friends of the Library, volunteers, staff, and everyone who supports and uses the library. We look forward to a productive 2024. Scan to access the digital Library Live
Accomplishments 533,163 people visited MCDL locations 95,986 patrons attended 3,311 events 55,590 people attended 3,727 meetings 9,012 new library cards issued, for a total of 89,412 8,654 patrons visited the Family History & Learning Center 3,634 Passport applications processed 486 school and daycare visits conducted by staff 80 people took the GED test at Medina Library Summer & Winter Reading Games 6,952 children played, with more than 800 playing twice 1,149 teens read for 755,405 minutes 1,437 adults read and logged 8,174 books Enriching Services for All Patrons 1,000 older adults in care facilities experienced a program presented by Outreach Services staff 120 Wi-Fi Hotspots, made available through federal and local partnerships, provided more than 84 terabytes of data to patrons 45 Adapted Toy Packs debuted with books and an interactive toy for use by kids of all abilities 4 Hearing Loop locations installed in Medina Library provide hearing assistance for events and customer interactions 1 patron earned U.S. Citizenship with the help of Brunswick Library staff and inspired a Citizenship Corner to assist others Children’s Departments offer inclusive events such as Adapted and ASL Storytimes, visits with Santa, and music classes MCDL became a Dementia Inclusive Public Library per the Ohio Council for Cognitive Health. We offer Memory Café events and Memory Care Kits for caregivers. 558,092 items in the collection 104,253 items added in 2023 Collection Check Outs Books 1,376,812 eMedia 950,214 Movies 378,541 Magazines & Comics 51,087 Audiobooks 50,182 Music 44,099 Video Games 18,213 Hotspots, Devices & Kits 11,244 Total 2,880,392 Check Out % 33% eMedia 67% Physical Most Checked Out Titles 1,666 Adult Nonfiction Children’s Series 5,504 Adult Fiction 1,441 Teen 758 3 2023 Annual Report
4 2023 Annual Report Beginning Cash Balance 1/1/2023: $ 11,280,475 Revenues Property Taxes (Medina County) $ 6,806,583 54.3% Public Library Fund (State of Ohio) 4,744,859 37.9% Fees 272,186 2.2% Investment Income 548,004 4.4% Refunds/Other 158,952 1.2% Total $ 12,530,584 100.0% Expenditures Salaries & Benefits $ 6,189,106 55.4% Supplies 157,635 1.4% Contracted Services 1,971,518 17.6% Library Materials 1,839,686 16.5% Capital & Other Expenses 168,855 1.5% Transfers to Other Funds 850,000 7.6% Total $ 11,176,800 100.0% Ending Cash Balance 12/31/2023: $ 12,634,259 Full financial report available at mcdl.info/AnnualReport. General Operating Fund MCDL Ends 2023 Debt-Free Medina County tax-payers will see a reduction in their 2024 tax bill as MCDL’s 2003, $42.3 million tax bond issue was paid off December 2023. This means county taxpayers will support their six library locations and Outreach Services at the lowest tax rates since 2002. The bond funded new construction and major remodeling/expansion of all the county libraries between 2005 and 2008. Thanks to a refinancing in 2012, the library saved $2.4 million in interest costs on the bond, a savings that was passed on to tax payers. Now MCDL only has a 1.5 mil operating levy, which collects at less than $40 a year for every $100,000 of assessed property value. Supporting Our County 9,944 snacks were provided to kids at MCDL locations in partnership with Feeding Medina County. 1,033 knitted and crocheted items were collected for Warm Up Medina County and given to local charities such as Job & Family Services, Salvation Army, Hospice of the Western Reserve, and more. 1,000 Kindergarten Kits were distributed to families preparing their children for school. 900 Caregiver Kits were distributed to new parents/ caregivers of babies and include materials to support early childhood development. Funded in part by Medina Sunrise Rotary and Ohio Early Intervention. Thank you for your generosity! Congratulations to Jenna Elswick, Human Resources Manager, and Dan Holahan, Lodi Library Manager, graduates of 2023 Leadership Medina County programs. Library Director, Julianne Bedel, graduated from Leadership Ohio. Staff Honors
5 2023 Annual Report Thank you! Support your library at mcdl.info/Donate Donations Monetary • Discount Drug Mart • American Legion Post 523 • Jon Mickle Jerry R. Large • Kiwanis Club of Medina • Wayne Savings Community Bank Anonymous • The Farrell Family • Brunswick Library Staff • Healing Hearts Club Shelley Corsini • Julianne Bedel • Honeybee Quilters • Darrell & Carolyn Waite Clinton & Barbara Liezert • Shannon Just • Robert Wilder • Nancy Weitendorf David & Judy Scaife • Joan M. Tomazic • Robert William Boyer • Joseph Lichvar Medina Needlework Guild • Erica Rayner-Wodzak • Janice Clark • Ed Fielding Theresa Laffey • Jennifer Underwood • Adrienne Riggenbach • Guilford Township In-Kind • Anonymous • Susan Blair • Heather Davis • Cari Dubiel Hilary Filipowicz • Gay Frantz • Master Geiss • Mike Gemmer • Laura Hagen Debra L. Hallock • Tina Hanlon • Robert T. Hyde • Susan Jones • Carole Kowell Jayne Lively • Janet Lovell • Brianne Middendorf • Daniel Moss • Phil Obermiller Bob Petr • Debbie Reichheld • Robert Shurell • Gail Sliwinski • Marcia Soellner Angeline Streit • Aunt Wilma •Troy P. Zehnder • Cleveland Metroparks Zoo Details Salon Couture • Friends of MCDL • Friends of Woodlawn Cemetery Huntington Bank • McDonald’s (Court St.) • Medina County Genealogical Society Ohio Early Intervention • Society of Mayflower Descendants Warren-Trumbull County Public Library In Memory of Mary Ellen Hargrove Monetary • Northrop Elementary PTO • Tracy Varghese & Emily’s Law School Friends • Bailey Radley • Martha DeLong • Bill & Marcia Young The Britt Family • John Lohn • Joy Harvey • Audra Comes • Stephanie Kourcklas Christine C. Wilder • Anonymous • Meghan Martin • Victoria Druley Deborah Quaider • Cynthia Lester • Marina Carter • Melody Ross • Nancy Wilson Karen Ostergren • Anne E. Olson • Catherine Gearhart • Susan Vleck Mary Bessick • Debra Holmstrom • Melanie Calhoun • Christopher Adams Margaret Jane Koontz • Whitney Mazzenga • Nancy Debelius • Linda Cornell Jennifer Schwab • Sheryl Henslee • Peggy Abraham Books • Anonymous • Mairen Baker • Lisa Baranovic • Marilyn C. Bratt Sarah Covelli Brewster • Marianne Cramer • Lindsey Doermann Jan Figola • Leah Rebekah Ford • Meghan Frazer • Shannon Gibson Ellen Glenn & Samantha Bohan • Jennifer H. Hallman • Herthneck Family Laura • Maria Lewarchick • Jessica Maag & Family • Debora Moore Jennifer Moore • Kate Mozingo • Carol Murphy • The Nguyens • Terry Oblander Shannon Paidas • Shelly & Stewart Rea Family • Sara M. Reith • Rose Rogers Rachel M. Rosen • Eleni Santarelli • Francine A. Serafin • Christy Survoy Jane & Jim Tucker • Marcia O. Young In Memory We honor the memory of Kelly Conner, MCDL Fiscal Officer, who passed away February 22. Kelly’s expertise was vital in sound fiscal planning through the pandemic and to the creation of the new Strategic Plan. $30,600 Friends of MCDL $3,225 Various Donors, see list In Memory of Mary Ellen Hargrove $1,000 Donna Arick Grants $20,000 • $500 American Library Association $1,000 Medina Sunrise Rotary Club
Subscribe to Staff Picks book recommendations at mcdl.info/newsletters. March The Great Divide by Cristina Henriquez (literary/historical) The fictionalized story of the Panama Canal and the people who forged both it and the nation. The Haunting of Velkwood by Gwendolyn Kiste (horror) Suspense, horror, and the paranormal combine in this novel about a town trapped in time. Listen for the Lie by Amy Tintera (mystery) A podcast forces Lucy to return to her hometown, where she may have murdered her best friend. Expiration Dates by Rebecca Serle (fiction) The men Daphne dates come with an expiration date. What happens when one does not? Annie Bot by Sierra Greer (science fiction) A dark, powerful novel about the relationship between a robot and her human owner. May The Last Murder at the End of the World by Stuart Turton (mystery/dystopian) Islanders race to solve a murder in this genre-bending dystopian/ mystery blend. Lies and Weddings by Kevin Kwan (fiction) Globetrotting romance and scheming from the author of Crazy Rich Asians. When We Were Silent by Fiona McPhillips (thriller) A suspenseful debut set in a prestigious private school. The Hazelbourne Ladies Motorcycle and Flying Club by Helen Simonson (historical fiction) Constance is directionless after WWI, but finds a new community with the ladies of Hazelbourne. The Paradise Problem by Christina Lauren (romance) Liam needs to resurrect his short-lived marriage of convenience to access his inheritance, but will wealth stand in the way of true love? April Table for Two: Fictions by Amor Towles (short stories) The author of Rules of Civility includes heroine Evelyn Ross and other new characters in short stories. The Sweet Blue Distance by Sara Donati (historical fiction) The epic saga of a young midwife making the dangerous trek from New York to Santa Fe in 1857. The Familiar by Leigh Bardugo (fantasy) Romantic historical fantasy set during the Spanish Golden Age. One of Us Knows by Alyssa Cole (thriller) Riveting closed-room suspense set in a historic home on an isolated island. Just for the Summer by Abby Jimenez (romance) Two people trying to change their fates find themselves discovering real love. 6 Upcoming Books: Fiction
Subscribe to Staff Picks book recommendations at mcdl.info/newsletters. 7 Upcoming Books: Nonfiction March There’s Always This Year: On Basketball and Ascension by Hanif Abdurraqib Bombing Hitler’s Hometown: The Untold Story of the Last Mass Bomber Raid of WWII in Europe by Mike Croissant How to Be Old: Lessons in Living Boldly from the Accidental Icon by Lyn Slater April We Loved It All: A Memory of Life by Lydia Millet The Wide Wide Sea: Imperial Ambition, First Contact, and the Fateful Final Voyage of Captain James Cook by Hampton Sides The Backyard Bird Chronicles by Amy Tan May A Fatal Inheritance: How a Family Misfortune Revealed a Deadly Medical Mystery by Lawrence Ingrassia You Never Know: A Memoir by Tom Selleck The Demon of Unrest: A Saga of Hubris, Heartbreak, and Heroism at the Dawn of the Civil War by Erik Larson ADULT & TEEN DEPARTMENT SUPERVISOR AT MEDINA LIBRARY
Hearing Loop Medina Library is now equipped with Hearing Loops. Look for the blue Hearing Loop signs in Community Rooms A and B, the Medina Room, and the Customer Service and Reference Desks. Hearing Loop technology sends the speaker’s voice from a microphone directly to hearing assistive devices, eliminating all ambient noise. A Hearing Loop works directly with cochlear implants and hearing aids equipped with a T-coil. About 70 percent of all hearing aids contain this technology. You may need to access the Loop via the programming button or by the switch on your device. If you have never activated the T-coil in your device it is recommended you consult with your audiologist before using the Loop. For those who do not have a personal hearing device, Loop receivers are available at the Customer Service Desk. Learn more about Hearing Loops at mcdl.info/HearingLoop. To reserve a meeting room that is Hearing Loop equipped visit mcdl.info/MeetingRoom. Medina Library’s Hearing Loop is made possible through a $20,000 Libraries Transforming Communities grant from the American Library Association. Welcome to the Board of Trustees Ann Marie Flannery has lived in Hinckley Township for 19 Years. She and her husband Tom have four children ages 16-24. Ann Marie is an RN, who works as the Nursing Quality Program Manager and Magnet Program Coordinator at Cleveland Clinic Medina hospital. A lifelong passion for the library at all phases of life fostered a desire to become more involved with the library. 8 MCDL News & Notes Citizenship Corner Inspired by Patron Brunswick Library staff are always eager to help. Recently that desire lead to offering a new service and section in the library. Sammy has attended the library’s English for Speakers of Other Languages (ESOL) classes for years. Recently, she decided to begin the process of earning her U.S. citizenship. Staff curated a collection of books and study guides for Sammy, then implemented a federal program that helps establish Citizenship Corners in communities. Patrons can now borrow citizenship study kits which include flash cards, practice tests, and more and can borrow books, print naturalization forms, and access online resources. Learn more about the World Language Collection, including requesting materials in various languages, bilingual books, ESOL services, and citizenship resources at mcdl.info/WorldLanguage. Sammy S. (pictured) earned her U.S. Citizenship in 2023 and was the inspiration for the Citizenship Corner. I am incredibly grateful for the programming, materials, and activities that drew me in at a young age and helped me become a lifelong learner. Serving on the board allows me to help ensure library services continue to be a foundational resource in our community for all. – Ann Marie
Debuts MCDL is on a roll! This spring the new Book Bike debuts at community events, festivals, and even parades. The Book Bike has an attached trailer, with custom-built enclosed bookshelves. Forget your library card? No problem. It’s a “Free Little Library” on wheels. “We will be at festivals, the farmer’s market on the square, parades, just about anywhere we can meet new people and get books in their hands.” – Christine Gramm, Medina Library Manager Be among the first to see the bike and help name it. See page 12 for events or visit mcdl.info/BookBike. Book Bike books consist of quality donations and library discards. Tax dollars are not used to buy new books for giveaways. 9 MCDL News & Notes Spring 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 Bird Watch by Christie Matheson on March 1. Strategic Plan: Overview of First Year Strategic Goal 1: Engage the Community • 500 Kindergarten Kits were distributed with 500 more planned. Funding to expand Caregiver Kits ongoing. • Citizenship Corner and ASL Storytimes launched at Brunswick Library. Strategic Goal 2: Nurture Innovation & Adaptability • Awarded $20,000 grant to install a Hearing Loop in Medina Library. Strategic Goal 3: Communication Strategies • Social media, website, and email communication analyzed. • Conducted a community survey. • Promotion produced 43% increase in new library cards over 2022. Strategic Goal 4: Foster an Exceptional Work Environment • Guidelines set for email and intranet communications. • Implemented staff learning module to schedule and track continuing education. Eclipse Fun Where are you going to be April 8 for the solar eclipse? Watching safely from home? We’ve got you covered – with free eclipse glasses available beginning March 18 - while supplies last at all library locations (one pair per family please). You can also watch with friends at the library as we host a viewing at all locations from 2:00 - 3:30 pm. Look for an eclipse-inspired craft April 1-8. See pages 10 and 18 for details and additional events. Register and view events at mcdl.info/Eclipse. BOOK Bike
Summer Reading Game for Children & Teens May 22 - Aug. 17 Look for more information in the next Library Live MCDL CAMP mcdl.info/SummerReading Events for Children & Families *Register for this event at your library or at mcdl.info/events. Phone numbers on inside front cover. 10 Wed., Mar. 13, 7:00 pm Medina High School Middle Stage, 851 Weymouth Rd. Raina Telgemeier is the author and illustrator of the graphic novels Smile, Drama, Sisters, Ghosts, and Guts, all New York Times #1 bestsellers. She also adapted and illustrated four graphic novel versions of Ann M. Martin’s Baby-Sitters Club series. Raina lives and works in San Francisco, CA. Free event! No registration required. Book sale and signing to follow. Medina High School Middle Stage: enter MHS from Weymouth Road, park in lots E, F, or D. Enter at North Entrance marked D4. Author Visit with Raina Telgemeier Photo credit: Joseph Fanvu Photography mcdl.info/Readers Presented by MCDL and the Friends of MCDL mcdl.info/Eclipse The Great American Eclipse Show * Brunswick - Sat., Mar. 9, 10:30 am Highland - Mon., Apr. 1, 10:30 am All ages - Learn the history and nature of eclipses, what to look, listen, and feel for during the eclipse, and how to safely observe it. Presented by Whiz Bang Science. Total Eclipse Craft All Library Locations - Apr. 1-8 Take and make a craft in preparation for the eclipse. While supplies last. Cereal Box Eclipse Viewer Highland - Sat., Apr. 6, 1:00 pm All ages - Turn empty cereal boxes and foil into eclipse viewing glasses! Moon Rock Hunt Medina - Mon., Apr. 8, all day All ages - Celebrate the eclipse by hunting for “moon rocks” filled with out-of-this-world treats. Total Eclipse Viewing All Library Locations Mon., Apr. 8, 2:00 - 3:30 pm All ages - View the eclipse at the library. Crafts and eclipse glasses provided while supplies last. Eclipse Fun
Storytimes mcdl.info/Storytimes Mar. 18 - Apr. 19 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. 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. 10:30 am Highland Wed. 10:30 am Highland Preschool * (Ages 4-5) Mon. 1:00 pm Brunswick Mon. 1:00 pm Medina Thu. 1:00 pm Brunswick 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. 10:15 am Lodi 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 Buckeye *Register for this event at your library or at mcdl.info/events. Phone numbers on inside front cover. Events for Children & Families Special Storytimes Magic & Myths Seville - Thu., Mar. 7, 10:30 am All ages - Stories, songs, and more about your favorite mystical, magical creatures! Let’s Go Fly a Kite * Brunswick - Fri., Mar. 8, 10:30 am All ages - Stories, songs and a craft. Hooray, It’s Spring! * Medina - Mon., Mar. 11, 10:30 am All ages - Celebrate Spring with stories and a craft. Bedtime Stories * Zoom - Thu., Mar. 14, Apr. 11, May 9, 6:00 pm, all ages - Virtual bedtime stories from the comfort of home. Adapted Storytime * Brunswick - Sat., Mar. 23, Apr. 20, May 25, 10:30 am, all ages Storytime in a supportive environment for children with special needs, autism and/or sensory integration challenges. April Fool’s Seville - Mon., Apr. 1, 6:00 pm All ages - Silly stories, games, and maybe a few pranks! Batter Up! * Brunswick - Fri., Apr. 12, 10:30 am All ages - Wear your team jersey for stories and spring training activities. The Very Hungry Caterpillar * Medina - Mon., Apr. 22, 10:30 am Ages 2 & up - Celebrate our favorite caterpillar with stories, flannels, and a craft. Butterflies * Brunswick - Tue., Apr. 23, 10:30 am Ages 2-5 - Flitter and flutter into stories, songs, and crafts. Butterfly Garden * Highland - Tue., Apr. 30, 10:30 am Ages 2-8 - Books, rhymes, and songs all about butterflies! Hop, Hop, Hop! * Medina - Wed., May 1, 10:30 am All ages - Ribbit, Ribbit! Jump and hop along to stories about our bouncy friends. StoryWalk: All About Birds Medina - Thu., May 2, 10:30 am Ages 2 & up - Bird stories and a craft. Then learn from a park naturalist about bird identification, adaptations, and nest-building of Ohio bird species. Held at Mugrage Park, 4985 Windfall Rd., Medina. Rain date May 9. Mommy/Grandma & Me * Medina - Sat., May 11, 10:30 am All ages - Bring your favorite lady for stories about how much we love them. Watch Me Grow * Buckeye - Wed., May 15, 10:30 am All ages - Learn how a seed grows into a mighty tree. Plant your own seed to take home! Under the Sea * Lodi - Wed., May 15, 6:30 pm, all ages Ocean themed stories, songs, and rhymes. Eric Carle ASL Storytime * Brunswick - Tue., May 21, 6:00 pm All ages - Stories, puppets, and a craft with an American Sign Language component. All welcome for this inclusive experience. Flower Garden Seville - Sat., May 25, 10:30 am All ages - Fingerplays, stories, and songs. Plant a seed in a flowerpot decorated by you! 11
*Register for this event at your library or at mcdl.info/events. Phone numbers on inside front cover. Marshmallow Peep Houses * Medina - Mon., Mar. 25, 6:00 pm Ages 5 & up - Make a springtime home for a Peep with plenty of candies to decorate. Materials provided. Read to a Therapy Dog Brunswick - Fri., Mar. 29, 10:30 am - 2:30 pm, grades K-5 Practice reading to a therapy dog. Messy Sensory * Sat., 10:30 am or 1:30 pm Lodi - Apr. 6, ages 3-9 Brunswick - Apr. 13, ages 2-5 Explore messy sensory experiences in this hands-on program. Wear old clothes. Please register for one session. Service Month! In partnership with SPARK Medina. Smile Mail All Library Locations - May 1-31 All ages - Make postcards to be delivered to Medina County seniors. Blessing Buckets Medina - May 1-13 - Drop off donations for Operation HOMES before the Bucket Builders event. View a list of needed items at mcdl.info/ServiceMonth. Bucket Builders * Medina - Tue., May 14, 4:00 - 5:00 pm All ages with adult - Learn about housing insecurity and homelessness in Medina County and take action by creating Blessing Buckets for Operation HOMES graduates. Toddler & Preschool Art * Brunswick - Mon., May 6, 10:30 am, ages 2-3 1:30 pm, ages 4-6 Explore art, colors, and letters. Wear play clothes. Naturebrary * Medina - Tue., May 7, 10:30 am, all ages Children who have regular contact with nature learn and grow better. Explore, discover and connect with our indoor and outdoor nature activities. 12 Events for Children & Families Book Bike Naming Contest Medina - Mar. 1-15 - Help pick a name for our new Book Bike. Enter at the library or online at mcdl.info/BookBike. Show & Tell Medina - Wed., Mar. 6, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Stop by to get a preview of our new Book Bike and learn more about where you’ll see us this summer. Tales to Tails * Lodi - Sat., Mar. 9, Apr. 20, May 11, 11:00 am, grades K-5 - Practice your reading with Dixie the dog. STEAM Days * Buckeye - Tue., 1:00 pm, grades 1-3 How to Catch... Mar. 12 - Design and test a trap for leprechauns and other elusive creatures. Sew Easy Sequences Apr. 9 - Follow a sequence of sewing basics to create a hand-sewn craft. Kindergarten Night * Brunswick - Mon., Mar. 11, 6:00 pm Ages 4-6 - Learn kindergarten readiness skills with stories, activities, and crafts. Yoga Classes * Led by Happy Me Yoga. Baby & Me Yoga * Brunswick - Thu., Mar. 14, Apr. 25, May 23, 10:30 am, ages 6 wks. - 23 mos. Sing, move, play, and meet other babies and caregivers. Preschool Yoga * Brunswick - Thu., Mar. 14, Apr. 25, May 23, 11:30 am, ages 2-5 Build strength, social skills, courage, calmness, and make yogi friends. Catch a Leprechaun * Brunswick - Sat., Mar. 16, 10:30 am Grades K-5 - Hear a leprechaun story and make your own trap! Pokémon Club * Highland - Sat., Mar. 16, Apr. 20, 12:30 - 2:00 pm, all ages - Discuss all hobbies and interests about Pokémon. Sock Puppet Theater * Seville - Sat., Mar. 16, 1:00 pm Pre-K & up - Create a sock puppet and put on a show. Dog Man Party * Lodi - Tue., Mar. 19, 6:00 pm, ages 6-11 Celebrate the release of Scarlett Shredder, the twelfth book in the Dog Man series, with games, activities, and treats. Music & Movement * Brunswick - Fri., Mar. 22, Apr. 19, May 24, 10:30 am or 11:30 am Ages birth - 6 - Music class may include instrument playing, singing, dancing, finger play, cuddle time and story time. Led by Music Izz Groovy.
*Register for this event at your library or at mcdl.info/events. Phone numbers on inside front cover. Events for Tweens (Grades 3-5, unless noted) Storytime & Paint a Canvas for Mom * Highland - Wed., May 8, 6:00 pm Ages 2-8 - Paint a canvas for mom for Mother’s Day! Baby Prom * Brunswick - Fri., May 10, 10:30 am Ages birth - 2 Make memories with your littlest one. Muffins with Mom/Grandma * Highland - Mon., May 13, 10:30 am Ages 2-5 - Enjoy stories and music with mom/grandma. Taylor Swift Party * Brunswick - Sat., May 18, 1:30 pm Grades K-5 - Dance and craft in your Eras outfit! Make Your Own Playdough * Highland - Sat., May 25, 1:00 pm All ages - Make playdough using simple ingredients. Broccoli Art * Lodi - Thu., May 30, 1:00 pm Ages 3 & up - Dress for a mess and create a masterpiece painted with broccoli! Stop by for... Count Down to Buzzard Day Highland - Mar. 11-15 Five Senses Week Buckeye - Mar. 11-16 Birds, Butterflies & Bugs Week Brunswick - Mar. 25-30 Tall Trees Week Buckeye - Apr. 22-27 13 Between the Lines Book Club: Graphic Novels Medina - Mon., Mar. 11, Apr. 15, May 13, 4:00 pm - Chat about your recent reads, enjoy a snack, and do some bookish activities. Bookends Book Club * Brunswick - Tue., 6:00 pm Mar. 12 - Fantasy Apr. 23 - Nature Stories Share, snack, and chat about books. Brunswick - Wed., May 1, 4:00 pm Special meeting with author Natalie D. Richards. Dog Man Release Party * Brunswick - Wed., Mar. 20, 6:00 pm Supa games, crafts, and limited copies of the new book available to checkout. Hide & Seek * Buckeye - Tue., Mar. 26, 7:45 pm Grades 2-5 - Run, yell, and play games after closing. Oobleck Lab Seville - Wed., Mar. 27, 2:00 pm It’s not a solid or a liquid... it’s Oobleck! Create a goopy concoction and explore the science of it. Pancake Social * Highland - Sat., Apr. 13, 11:00 am - 12:30 pm Make pancakes with toppings. Cookies & Canvas * Medina - Sat., Apr. 13, 1:00 - 2:30 pm Create a hand-painted masterpiece! We’ll provide cookies and supplies. Wear old clothes. LEGO Club Highland - Tue., Apr. 16, 23, 30, May 7, 14, 3:00 pm - Build based on weekly prompts. Creations will be displayed until the following week. Candy Catapults * Lodi - Mon., Apr. 22, 6:00 pm Create a catapult and compete to see who can launch their candy the farthest. Water Science * Buckeye - Tue., Apr. 23, 6:00 - 7:30 pm How did the Titanic float? Conduct experiments and explore the magic of H2O. Mother’s Day Flowerpot * Highland - Thu., May 9, 6:00 pm Make a decoupage flowerpot for mom. Bad Art Night Medina - Wed., May 22, 6:30 - 7:30 pm Drop in and make art using all kinds of unique materials.
*Register for this event at your library or at mcdl.info/events. Phone numbers on inside front cover. Events for Teens (Grades 6-12, unless noted) 14 Swirls Buckeye - Wed., Mar. 20, 2:15 pm Create your own mesmerizing swirl with an empty bottle, water, and some pearlescent ink. After-School Fun Brunswick - 2:30 pm Wed., Mar. 20 - Ramen-O-Rama Mon., Apr. 15 - Poetry Slam Egg Games * Lodi - Wed., Mar. 20, 6:00 pm Grades 4-12 - Test your skills and win prizes in several plastic-egg based games. Otaku Tuesdays Medina - Tue., 6:00 - 7:30 pm Button Making * Mar. 26 - Make buttons and badges using your own 1” diameter art or pictures. Anime Papercrafts * Apr. 23 - Make Cubees, 3D papercrafts, based on your favorite anime characters. 8-bit Art * May 28 - Use Perler beads to create retro style versions of anime and game characters. Nailed It * Seville - Fri., Mar. 29, 1:00 pm Grades 3-12 - Try to recreate an edible masterpiece. Pizza Palooza Buckeye - Wed., Apr. 3, 2:15 pm Create your own miniature pizza. 2000s Kahoot Trivia Buckeye - Wed., Apr. 10, 2:15 pm Test your 2000s shows and cartoon knowledge. Name Brand vs. Generic Food Challenge Buckeye - Wed., Apr. 17, 2:15 pm Taste and see if you can tell the “real thing” from a copycat. STEAM Science, Technology, Engineering, Art & Math Gearheads: Make a Microgreens Terrarium * Medina - Tue., Apr. 2, 6:00 - 7:30 pm Construct a tiny terrarium for growing your own edible microgreens. Candy Bacteria * Seville - Wed., Apr.10, 6:00 pm Grades 4-12- Create an edible bacteria strain in a petri dish of Jell-O. Mini Art Night * Brunswick - Tue., Apr. 23, 5:00 - 6:30 pm - Make three mini masterpieces in various mediums. Emoji Canvas * Lodi - Tue., Apr. 23, 6:00 pm Grades 4-12 - Express your artistic side with this fun and easy creation. Wear old clothes. Sun Prints * Seville - Fri., May 31, 2:00 pm Grades 3-12 - Create a unique print using cyanotype paper and sun rays. mcdl.info/STEAM Create a Keychain Buckeye - Wed., Mar. 6, 2:15 pm Create a fun accessory as unique as you are. Dungeons & Dragons Medina - Wed., Mar. 6, 20, Apr. 17, May 1, 15, 3:00 - 5:00 pm Seville - Tue., Mar. 26, Apr. 23, May 28, 6:00 pm Embark on a magical journey using a character of your own design. Introduction to Chess * Brunswick - Wed., Mar. 6, 5:30 - 7:30 pm - Learn how to play the “Game of Kings” with chess expert Damon Rucker. Homework Help Medina - Mon., Mar. 11, 18, Apr. 22, 29, May 6, 13, 3:00 - 5:00 pm Receive assistance with homework, projects, test preparation, and study skills. Snacks provided. Rational Pie Day Buckeye - Wed., Mar. 13, 12:15 pm Celebrate Pi Day with a custom hand pie, no irrational math necessary. Pride Time Brunswick - Wed., Mar. 13, 2:30 - 4:00 pm, Thu., Apr. 25, 4:00 - 5:30 pm Medina - Wed., Mar. 13, 4:00 - 5:30 pm LGBTQIA+ teens and allies talk about movies, literature, and more. Play games and make Pride-themed crafts in a supportive environment. Pressed Flower Lanterns * Highland - Tue., Mar. 19, 3:30 pm Celebrate the first day of spring by making a pressed flower lantern.
March The Prisoner’s Throne by Holly Black The riveting conclusion to The Stolen Heir duology. April The Reappearance of Rachel Price by Holly Jackson Her mother Rachel disappeared when Bel was only two, but Rachel is back just in time for a documentary about her case. Against the Darkness by Kendare Blake The finale to the In Every Generation trilogy finds Frankie the Slayer standing alone against her foes. May War of Dragons by Jessica Cluess Four emperors are crowned in Etrusa, awakening a darkness that thrusts them into war. Sweet Vengeance by Tracey Wolff Third in The Calder Academy series, set at a school for rogue paranormals. Events for Teens Open Study Sessions Highland - Mon., Apr. 22, May 20, Wed., Apr. 24, May 22, 2:30 - 8:00 pm Study at the library in a distraction free environment. Coffee and snacks provided. That’s So Retro Buckeye - Wed., Apr. 24, 2:15 pm Kick back with old school games, snacks, and crafts. Rock Photo Holder Buckeye - Wed., May 1, 2:15 pm Create a photo holder from a rock you decorate. Swiftie Night * Lodi - Thu., May 2, 6:00 pm Celebrate all things Taylor with trivia, crafts, games, and more. Ping Pong Fun Buckeye - Wed., May 8, 12:15 pm Enjoy a little back-and-forth action with our tabletop ping pong sets. Chocolate Chip Day! Buckeye - Wed., May 15, 2:15 pm Celebrate National Chocolate Chip Day with a sweet treat. End of Year Party Brunswick - Thu., May 16, 3:00 - 4:30 pm - Compete to win the Recap Review contest, win prizes, and enjoy snacks and music. I Can’t Believe It’s Not Cake! * Highland - Sat., May 18, 12:30 - 2:00 pm Turn ordinary boxes into fake cake displays using various materials. DIY Wreck This Journal * Seville - Sat., May 18, 2:00 pm Create your own unique journal based on Wreck This Journal by Keri Smith with fun and messy prompts. Field Day Buckeye - Wed., May 22, 2:15 pm Celebrate the end of the year with fun games and challenges with friends. *Register for this event at your library or at mcdl.info/events. 15 Upcoming Teen Books
*Register for this event at your library or at mcdl.info/events. Phone numbers on inside front cover. Nonfiction Book Club Medina - Mon., 6:00 pm Mar. 25 - Founding Partisans by H.W. Brands Apr. 29 - Being Henry: The Fonz… and Beyond by Henry Winkler Mystery Book Discussion * Zoom - Mon., 2:00 pm Mar. 11 - Killers of a Certain Age by Deanna Raybourn Apr. 15 - The Husbands by Chandler Baker May 20 - The Bangalore Detectives Club by Harini Nagendra Classic & Contemporary Book Club Buckeye - Mon., 6:00 pm Mar. 18 - When Breath Becomes Air by Paul Kalanithi Apr. 15 - The Heirloom Garden by Viola Shipman May 20 - Animal Farm by George Orwell Manga Book Club Medina - Mon., 6:00 pm Mar. 18 - The Apothecary Diaries, Vol. 1-3 by Natsu Hyūga Apr. 15 - Frieren: Beyond Journey’s End, Vol. 1-3 by Kanehito Yamada May 20 - Chainsaw Man, Vol. 1-3 by Tatsuki Fujimoto Rom Com Book Club * Medina - Fri., 3:00 pm Mar. 29 - The Hating Game by Sally Thorne Apr. 26 - Bet Me by Jennifer Crusie May 31 - Natural Born Charmer by Susan Elizabeth Phillips Books & Bakery * Buckeye - Thu., Apr. 11, 10:30 am Enjoy coffee and bakery while Reader’s Advisory Librarian Mary Olson talks about books being released in the spring. Read Local: Author Fair Medina - Sat., Apr. 27, 1:00 - 4:00 pm Meet local authors and find your next great read. Authors will be available to sign copies of their books, discuss their work, and answer questions. Enter for a chance to win a raffle basket! Book Discussions & More Events for Adults Book Discussions Medina - Thu., 2:00 pm Mar. 7 - Rock Paper Scissors by Alice Feeney Apr. 4 - No Two Persons by Erica Bauermeister May 2 - The Dutch House by Ann Patchett Brunswick - Mon., 11:00 am Mar. 11 - I Let You Go by Clare Mackintosh Apr. 8 - The House is on Fire by Rachel Beanland May 13 - Dark Matter by Blake Crouch Lodi * - Tue., 9:00 am Held at Second Look Books & Brews, 119 Wooster St., Lodi Mar. 12 - Lessons in Chemistry by Bonnie Garmus Apr. 9 - Wild by Cheryl Strayed May 14 - The Nightingale by Kristin Hannah Seville - Tue., 6:00 pm Mar. 12 - Mary Poppins by P.L. Travers Apr. 9 - The Ladies of the Secret Circus by Constance Sayers May 14 - The Wife Upstairs by Rachel Hawkins Brunswick - Wed., 6:30 pm Mar. 20 - Yellowface by R.F. Kuang Apr. 17 - Fairy Tale by Stephen King May 15 - Anxious People by Fredrik Backman Highland - Wed., 6:30 pm Mar. 27 - Atomic Habits by James Clear Apr. 24 - Braiding Sweetgrass by Robin Wall Kimmerer May 29 - The Violin Conspiracy by Brendan Slocumb 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
*Register for this event at your library or at mcdl.info/events. Phone numbers on inside front cover. Computers & Technology Events for Adults 17 mcdl.info/ComputerClasses Writers Series mcdl.info/Writers Plot Twist Critique Group * Zoom - Thu., Mar. 21, Apr. 18, May 16, 6:00 pm Veteran and beginning writers wanted! Discuss your latest projects, topics on the craft, and submit snippets of your work to get feedback in a friendly, participatory environment. Plotting Made Three-sy * Medina - Sat., May 18, 1:00 - 4:00 pm Learn to leverage the power of three using the 27-chapter outline to plot an epic story. Bring your ideas and plot as we go with writer and book coach Cate Matuszak. 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. One-on-One Tech Support * Brunswick - Every Tue., 1:00 - 1:45 pm Learn or review computer or mobile device basics, troubleshoot issues, or learn how to use library apps like hoopla, Kanopy, and Libby! 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. Makerspace Mondays * Medina - Mon., 1:30 pm Mar. 11 - Laser Engraver Apr. 1 - Embroidery Machine May 20 - 3D Printer Watch equipment demonstrations. Tech Classes * Learn new computer and technology skills with Pieri. Medina - Wed., 6:30 pm Mar. 13 - Computer Maintenance Apr. 10 - Managing & Organizing Photos May 22 - Windows 11 Customize Features Brunswick - Thu., 1:00 pm Apr. 18 - Computer Maintenance May 30 - Internet Searching Tips Make It Monday! * Medina - Supplies provided. Mar. 18, 1:30 pm - Learn to use the Cricut to create colorful paper flowers for Spring. Apr. 22, 1:30 pm - Learn to use the Sublimation Printer and Heat Press to create an Earth Day puzzle. May 6, 1:30 pm or 2:30 pm - Learn to use the Laser Engraver to create a wood cut rose for Mother’s Day. Advanced Libby Class * Brunswick - Tue., May 7, 2:00 pm - Learn more in-depth tips and tricks. Familiarity with Libby recommended. Book Discussion with James Renner * Medina - Wed., Apr. 10, 6:30 pm James Renner will discuss his latest novel, Little, Crazy Children. James is a crime writer and investigative journalist whose books include Amy: My Search for Her Killer, True Crime Addict, The Man from Primrose Lane and The Great Forgetting. He is also the founder of The Porchlight Project, a nonprofit that raises money for new DNA testing of cold cases in Ohio. Book sale and signing following event. Register at mcdl.info/Readers. Amanda Flower * Medina - Fri., Mar. 15, 6:30 pm Discuss Crime and Cherry Pits with Amanda Flower. Amanda is the author of thirty five mystery novels. She lives in Northeast Ohio with her husband and cats. Natalie D. Richards * Medina - Wed., May 1, 6:30 pm Discuss Four Found Dead.
*Register for this event at your library or at mcdl.info/events. Phone numbers on inside front cover. Events for Adults Retirement Series * Highland - 6:30 pm Wed., Apr. 10 - Retirement Income and Tax Strategies Thu., Apr. 11 - Investments and Withdrawal Strategies Financial Fitness: Power of Budgeting * Seville - Thu., Apr. 11, 6:00 pm This interactive seminar explores the importance of creating and maintaining a budget to reach spending, savings, and debt repayment goals. Spring Tea Exchange * Medina - Wed., Apr. 24, 6:00 - 7:30 pm Make a lovely container filled with an assortment of teas to keep or give to someone special. Bring 20 teabags to share. Disney Jeopardy Seville - Fri., May 3, 5:00 pm Participate in an adult only after-hours evening of classic Jeopardy. Bingo for Books * Medina - Tue., May 7, 5:30 - 7:30 pm Play Bingo for a chance to win books! House Plant Exchange * Medina - Sat., May 11, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Bring your extra houseplants and cuttings to exchange for something new. Label plants with any information you can. Unpotted plants should be in a bag or container. You Graduated, Now What Jobs Can You Do? * Highland - Tue., May 14, 6:00 pm Just finished high school, trade school, college, or looking to change careers? Learn to identify jobs related to your training, interests, and personality. Mocktail Mingle * Seville - Wed., May 29, 6:00 pm Be the taste testers for a mocktail demonstration. Flute Choir Seville - Sat., Mar. 2, 1:00 pm Enjoy beautiful flute ensembles performed by local musicians. Tabletop RPG One Shots * Medina - Sat., 1:30 - 3:30 pm Mar. 2 - Humblewood May 4 - Star Wars: Edge of the Empire Try out a new system in self-contained sample sessions. Anglophiles United Brunswick - Mon., Mar. 4, Apr. 1, May 6, 6:30 pm - Games, trivia, and conversation for expats and lovers of British culture. Sign Language * Medina - Mon., Mar. 11, 18, Apr. 1, 8, 15, 22 6:00 pm - Beginners 7:00 pm - Intermediate Jean Cormany teaches about Deaf culture and how to communicate in sign language. Ages 10 and up welcome. Afternoon Movie Brunswick - Tue., Mar. 12, Apr. 16, May 14, 1:00 pm - Enjoy snacks and a movie. Call for titles. Music History * Highland - Wed., 6:30 pm Mar. 13 - The Year in Music: Vivaldi’s Four Seasons Apr. 3 - The Use of Birdsong in Classical Music May 1 - Gustav Mahler and his First Symphony, Like a Sound of Nature Women’s History Month Concert Medina - Wed., Mar. 13, 6:30 pm ORMACO presents Rachel Brown: Songs of America’s favorite female singers and songwriters. Discover Discography Medina - Sat., Mar. 16, 2:00 pm You’ll have The Best Day reminiscing about the re-recording that started it all as we discuss Fearless (Taylor’s Version). Making Strong People Connections * Brunswick - Thu., Mar. 21, 6:00 pm Master the art of people-reading to quickly and confidently build rapport. Cookbook Club * Lodi - Thu., 6:00 pm Mar. 21 - Family Recipe Apr. 18 - Breakfast May 16 - Amish Cooking Movie Discussion * Highland - Tue., Mar. 26, Apr. 23, May 28, 6:30 pm - Watch on your own and meet to discuss. Call for titles. Afternoon Tea Club Brunswick - Wed., 1:30 pm Mar. 27 - Health Benefits of Tea Apr. 24 - All About White Tea May 29 - Herbs to a Tea BYO teacup to explore tea, tea culture, and taste test. Beginner Dungeons & Dragons * Medina - Thu., Mar. 28, Apr. 25, May 30, 5:30 - 7:30 pm Learn the basics and embark on an epic quest with fellow adventurers. Total Solar Eclipse * Highland - Thu., Mar. 28, 6:30 pm NASA retiree, David DeFelice, shares what to expect on April 8 during the area’s first total solar eclipse since 1806. Families welcome. Scotland: Castles, Isles & the Highland Culture * Brunswick - Tue., Apr. 2, 6:30 pm Explore the rugged landscape of Scotland while learning about cultural traditions. 18
*Register for this event at your library or at mcdl.info/events. Phone numbers on inside front cover. Home & Garden Events for Adults Arts & Crafts Spring Basket Weaving * Highland - Sat., Mar. 2, 10:30 am - 1:30 pm Weave a spring basket of your own. $18 fee due to presenter at event. Sock Gnome * Lodi - Wed., Mar. 6, 6:00 pm Get ready for spring with this sock gnome craft. Teens welcome. Knitting & Crochet Brunswick - Tue., Mar. 12, 26, Apr. 9, 23, May 7, 21, 10:00 am - 12:00 pm Beginners are welcome for informal instruction. Group donates items to Warm Up Medina County. Card Making * Brunswick - Mon., Mar. 18, 5:30 - 7:30 pm, Tue., Apr. 30, 3:00 - 5:00 pm Create five cards. $20 fee due to presenter at event. Please bring adhesive and scissors. Paint by Sticker * Brunswick - Mon., Mar. 25, 6:00 pm Paint by number but with stickers. Teens welcome. Crochet Drop In Highland - Thu., Apr. 4, 18, May 2, 16, 6:00 pm Beginners are welcome for informal instruction. Teens welcome. Sun & Moon Mosaic * Seville - Sat., Apr. 6, 2:00 pm Upcycle CDs into a sun and moon mosaic. Wine & Canvas * Medina - Fri., Apr. 12, 5:30 - 7:30 pm Brunswick - Fri., May 3, 5:30 - 7:30 pm Adults 21 & up - Create an original painting by you! $20 fee due to presenter at event. Bring wine, snacks, or other refreshments. Plarn * Seville - Mon., Apr. 15, 5:30 pm Learn how to upcycle plastic grocery bags into a reusable produce bag. Basic crochet knowledge required. DIY Suncatchers * Lodi - Wed., Apr. 17, 6:00 pm Turn an old disc into a beautiful piece of art to brighten up your home. Hanging Candleholders * Brunswick - Sat., Apr. 20, 1:30 pm Turn plain jars into adorable outdoor décor. Paper Quilling * Seville - Tue., Apr. 30, 6:00 pm Learn about the art of paper quilling and try out a few simple techniques. Pressed Flower Windchime * Seville - Mon, May 6, 6:00 pm Create a rustic windchime using recycled materials. Coloring Therapy * Lodi - Tue., May 21, 6:00 pm Enjoy a relaxing evening of coloring, refreshments, and socializing. Flowerpress Fun * Medina - Tue., May 28, 6:00 - 7:30 pm Make a simple press for preserving flowers and plants. 19 OSU Extension: Master Gardeners Classes Raised Garden Beds Highland - Thu., Mar. 21, 6:30 pm Learn about soil basics, watering, safety issues, and resources available. Growing Poppies Medina - Mon., Mar. 25, 6:30 pm Topics cover the different varieties, how to grow them, and handling pests and disease. Succession Planting for Flowers Medina - Mon., Apr. 29, 6:30 pm Learn about the varieties, groupings, and basic designs for endless color in your garden. Strawberries Medina - Mon., May 6, 6:30 pm Topics include the types of strawberry plants, best practices when planting, diseases, and winter protection. Spring Into Organic Lawns * Brunswick - Wed., Apr. 3, 6:30 pm Learn how to improve your lawn with safer products and techniques. Medina County Soil & Water Conservation District Medina - Thu., 6:30 pm Green Cleaning Apr. 4 - Learn new DIY green cleaning methods for your home. Gardening for Wildlife May 9 - Invite birds and pollinators into your yard and maintain a healthy habitat for you and our wild communities. Invasive Species Management May 23 - Learn how to remove invasive species from your property and what to expect during the process.
*Register for this event at your library or at mcdl.info/events. Phone numbers on inside front cover. Events for Adults History & Genealogy mcdl.info/History 20 Health & Wellness The Art of Fermented Food * Brunswick - Thu., Mar. 7, 6:00 pm Lodi - Tue., Apr. 16, 6:00 pm Highland - Wed., Apr. 17, 6:30 pm Learn how to ferment foods while supporting digestion, immunity, and boosting nutrition. Hypnosis Series * Highland - Mon., 6:30 pm Mar. 11 - Hypnobreath to Reduce Stress: Learn simple techniques to release stress. Apr. 8 - Hypnosis to Improve Sleep: Learn to fall asleep easily and wake rested. May 13 - Hypnosis to Change Your Vision and Change Your Life: Learn to picture what you want and set your mind to achieve your outcomes. Healthy Eating & Nutrition * Highland - Mon., Mar. 18, 12:00 pm Learn about quality food sources to maximize energy. Lunch provided. Presented by Advanced Health and Wellness Center. Minimize Kitchen Stress * Seville - Wed., Mar. 20, 6:00 pm Discover three new habits to make meal time stress free. Healing Through Holistic Bodywork * Highland - Wed., Mar. 20, 6:30 pm Yvonne Fey, LMT, CAP, with A New Leaf Massage and Wellness Center, discusses holistic medicine and shares self-care bodywork techniques. Memory Café Buckeye - Mon., May 6, 1:00 pm Come for light snacks, fun activities, socialization and resources for those living with memory loss along with their care partners. Jump-Start Your Creativity * Brunswick - Tue., May 7, 6:30 pm Jason Venner of Whisper Shifter will introduce simple Nature immersion practices that will help you break out of creative ruts and stumbling blocks. Boost Your Energy with Food * Buckeye - Thu., May 16, 6:30 pm Discover healthy food choices to maximize your energy. mcdl.info/Health Genealogy Discussion Group Medina - Wed., Mar. 13, Apr. 10, May 8, 12:00 pm Connect with fellow genealogists to discuss research, share hints, and ask questions. Hidden No More: Women Who Shaped Our Space Program Brunswick - Wed., Mar. 13, 6:30 pm Explore diverse and innovative ways women have continued to impact our interest in the cosmos. Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis Buckeye - Thu., Mar. 14, 6:00 pm Rose Gabriele portrays the life story of one of the most beloved and iconic First Ladies in our nation’s history, Jacqueline Kennedy Onassis. Presented by Women in History. Sojourner Truth Medina - Wed., Mar. 20, 6:00 pm Robin Echols Cooper portrays the famed African American abolitionist, women’s rights activist, and evangelist Sojourner Truth. Presented by Women in History. Design a Family Tree * Medina - Tue., Apr. 2, 9, 16 & 23, 6:30 pm In this series, you’ll learn to create your own 5-generation family tree through mini-lectures, hands-on practice, and weekly assignments. We’ll cover the topics of pedigree charts, censuses, vital records, and designing in Canva. Ohio’s Electric Railways: Past, Present & Future * Brunswick - Wed., Apr. 24, 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. All ages welcome. Evaluating Online Family Trees * Zoom - Sat., May 4, 2:00 pm Ancestry and similar websites include family trees created by others. How accurate are they? Learn how to separate fact from fiction by looking at examples, including the tree of Luke Skywalker. Optional viewing at Medina Library.
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