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Thurs., May 24, 12:00 pm, Weymouth Country Club David Giffels is the author of The Hard Way on Purpose, a New York Times Book Review “Editor’s Choice,” and the memoir All the Way Home, winner of the Ohioana Book Award. His most recent memoir, Furnishing Eternity, is a vibrant, heartfelt memoir about confronting mortality, surviving loss, finding resilience in one’s Midwest roots and seeking a father’s wisdom through an unusual woodworking project – constructing his own coffin. David is an associate professor of English at the University of Akron, where he teaches creative nonfiction in the Northeast Ohio Master of Fine Arts Program. Tickets: $25 (includes lunch) Browse our catalog for titles by David Giffels. Past Authors
Her background as a counselor enables her to write richly textured family stories that explore the human condition. Browse our catalog for titles by Emilie Richards.
Batiuk was a Pulitzer Prize finalist for his portrayal of Lisa’s Story and received the American Cancer Society’s Cancer Cure Hall of Fame Award. Browse our catalog for titles by Tom Batiuk.
Browse our catalog for titles by Jay Asher.
Browse our catalog for titles by Brad Ricca.
Browse our catalog for titles by Jim Gill.
Browse our catalog for titles by Mary Doria Russell.
Browse our catalog for titles by Emily St. John Mandel.
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Summer Reading Game 2018
Welcome to the 2018 Summer Reading Game: Libraries Rock!June 1 - August 11, 2018The Summer Reading Game is a community and family tradition! This music themed summer of fun will also feature special library events for kids ages birth to 17.
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One Book, One Community
One Book, One Community 2018
Reserve the book in print, audio or eMedia editions. Order a Book Club Bag with multiple copies at mcdl.info/BookClubBags
Arthur is a 13-year-old boy who makes a poor choice and must do community service. He is ordered to collect junk off the streets for a local character called the Junk Man. The Junk Man is misunderstood – he’s an artistic genius who could use a good friend. The Seventh Most Important Thing is a powerful story of transformation, friendship and art. It is based on artist James Hampton, whose work is in the Smithsonian Museum.
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Read 1000 Books Before Kindergarten
Read 1000 Books Before KindergartenAccept the challenge to read 1000 Books Before Kindergarten. Medina County District Library is joining a national campaign to help babies, preschooler and their families on the path to early literacy. The 1000 Books Before Kindergarten campaign is implemented by the library’s children’s team and begins January 22, which coincides with the first week of winter storytime sessions. Parents and caregivers can pick up a packet at any MCDL location, including the Bookmobile. Inside they will find instructions and a sheet to log their first 100 books read. With each 100 books, children can earn a small prize. “We wanted to launch this with storytimes because it’s a great audience to introduce the concepts to”, says Gail Ebey, Medina Library Children’s Department Supervisor. “We are also distributing the first sheet to more than 1500 day-care students that MCDL staff provide storytimes to each month. We really want to make an impact on parents and caregivers that reading is so important for future success in school.” Sign up for storytimes at mcdl.info/storytime or attend other library events to help make the trek to 1000 Books Before Kindergarten and count those books, too! “Don’t worry, reading the same book over and over again counts each time AND helps your child build on language skills, so go ahead and read that Thomas the Train book - again!”, says Ebey. To learn more go to mcdl.info/1000Books or download the 1000 Books Apps for iPhones and Droids at the App stores. Click here for more Medina County District Library news. |
Cute Animals and Little Kids Combine for Furry Fun at Medina County District Library
Cute Animals and Little Kids Combine for Furry Fun at Medina County District Library
MCDL hosts some great animal-themed events for children and families in late April. Check them out! PAW Patrol Paw-ty* Buckeye - Fri., Apr. 20, 10:30 am Medina - Sat., May 19, 10:30 a, Ages birth - 5 yrs. Games and crafts featuring your favorite Patrol, the PAW patrol!
Every Pony Party* Medina - Sat., Apr. 21, 10:30 am Ages 3 & up Games, crafts and story times about your favorite pony friends.
Outback Ray* Lodi - Thurs., Apr. 26, 6:00 pm Medina - Sat., May 12, 10:00 am All ages Meet Outback Ray and exotic live animals at this hands-on event.
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Writers Series at MCDL
Writers Series at MCDL
Library grow readers but also aspiring writers! MCDL’s dedication to readers, writers and future authors is groomed with quarterly events geared at fine-tuning the craft.
Writers Series
Meditation for Writers* Medina - Sat., Apr. 21, 1:00 - 3:00 pm Meditation promotes creativity and divergent thinking, skills needed to write well. Learn meditation techniques from Linda Stevenson.
Writing Your Memoir* Buckeye - Tues., May 8, 6:00 pm Local author of These Animals are Killing Me, Katrina Morgan, shares ways to write about life and make it read like a novel. Advice for anyone who’s ever said, “I should write a book about this!”
And for the Readers…
Book Lovers Luncheon* Seville - Sat., May 5, 11:00 am MCDL’s Readers Advisory Librarian, Mary Olson, presents teasers for new and best reads of 2018. Bring an appetizer to share.
Summer Book Preview* Brunswick - Wed., May 9, 1:30 pm Hear about tempting new releases from a Penguin/Random House marketing rep. Snacks and prizes!!
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Health Events Focus on Teen Wellness, Women’s Safety, Drumming for Exercise & General Wellness
Health Events Focus on Teen Wellness, Drumming for Exercise & General Wellness
Highland Library has a host of health events in April and May, truly something for everyone in every stage of life. Understanding Your Teen’s Brain* Highland - Wed., Apr. 18, 6:30 pm Dr. Elizabeth Holmes of Avenues of Counseling discusses brain development and communicating with teens.
Cardio Drumming Workout* Highland - Wed., May 2, 6:30 pm Drum to lively music. All levels welcome. Bring an exercise ball and water.
Take Control of Your Health* Highland - Thurs., May 10, 6:30 - 7:30 pm Dr. Firouz Daneshgari from BowTie Medical discusses your well-being. All events require registration. Go to mcdl.info/events to register. Click here for more Medina County District Library news. |
Pet Palooza Features Serpents, Reptiles, Birds and Pets, Oh My!
Pet Palooza Features Serpents, Reptiles, Birds and Pets, Oh My!
There’s not many places you can go in Northeast Ohio to see pygmy goats, reptiles and adopt a cat all in one afternoon. That’s what makes Pet Palooza so awesome!
Pet Palooza Sat., April 14, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Brunswick Library 3649 Center Rd.
Pet Palooza will feature many animal shows and entertainers including:
The Bug Guy Jungle Safari Puppet & Magic Show Outback Ray’s Amazing Animal Show Realm of the Reptiles Show animals from Spring Mist Farms Nate the Great Balloon Artistry Homeschool Art Show, crafts and activities.
Bring your stuffed animals for a “check-up” with the veterinarian.
No need to leave for lunch! The Towago Dogs Food Truck will be serving in the parking lot.
Pets not permitted at this event. Pet food donations will be accepted to benefit the Medina S.P.C.A.
Go to mcdl.info/PetPalooza for more information and specific event times. Click here for more Medina County District Library news.
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World Tour of Music at Medina County District Library
World Tour of Music at Medina County District LibraryThe Ohio Regional Music and Arts Cultural Outreach and MCDL team up again to bring unique musical performances to Medina County this spring.
Brad Cooper: Songs from Down Under will feature this Australian performer and well-known tenor, Brad Cooper.
He engages in many genres from Opera to Crossover, from Early Music to Romantic and Modern.
His shows play to packed audiences in England and Australia. Expect traditional Australian music that will be new to U.S. audiences.
Attend a performance at one of the following MCDL locations:
Seville - Tues., Apr. 17, 7:00 pm (Seville Village Hall, 120 Royal Crest Dr., Seville)
Buckeye - Wed., Apr. 18, 3:00 pm
Medina - Wed., Apr. 18, 7:00 pm
Highland - Thurs., April 19, 6:30 pm
Register at mcdl.info/WorldTourofMusic Click here for more Medina County District Library news.
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Prepare for a New Career, Learn New Skills FREE On Medina County District Library Website
Prepare for a New Career, Learn New Skills FREEOn Medina County District Library Website
Medina County District Library is debuting a NEW website section filled with FREE educational and research offerings. Also, popular online learning website Lynda.com, is now available FREE on mcdl.info/OnlineLearning anywhere by simply logging in with your library card.
“Lynda.com is practically a household name, it is the YouTube of legitimate, informative learning videos”, says Chris Weaver-Pieh, Collection Resources Manager at MCDL. “We are so excited to offer it. Lynda.com features full courses to make you more marketable in the job market to quick trouble-shooting videos to help you through a computer issue. If you can think of it, they have a video for it”, says Weaver-Pieh.
The MCDL.info/OnlineLearning website has also been completely reorganized alphabetically and by theme, making it easier to search and find what users are after.
The site features five topics: Automotive, Books & Authors, Careers & Education, History & Genealogy and Law & Business with 32 databases. Featured resources include: Mango Language Learning, Small Engine Repair, Ancestry.com Library Edition, Consumer Reports, Morningstar, even practice tests for new drivers at Driving-Test.org.
MCDL.info/OnlineLearning has something for everyone, from young students, to teens preparing for the ACT/SAT to engine repairs, investments information and can even help you find your great-great-great Grandmother. Check it out!
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Medina Library Tilework Project
Medina Library Tilework ProjectMarch/April Update
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History and War Events at MCDL
History and War Events at MCDL
Celebrating the Bicentennial year of Medina County brings with it a rich offering of events at Medina County District Library. MCDL’s Veteran’s Roundtable resumes but now featuring speakers from all wars. Mondays, 7:00 pm - Medina Library May 7 - Featuring Tom Smith
Genealogy Slam Sat., April 28, 12:00 pm - Medina Library Explore English and Welsh research and all the changes at FamilySearch.org. mcdl.info/Slam to register
The Lamps are Going Out All Over Europe: Causes of the Great War Wed., May 2, 7:00 pm - Medina Library Discuss the causes leading up to the outbreak of WWI. mcdl.info/events to register
Seville History Walk Thurs., May 17, 6:00 pm - Seville Library Meet at the library and embark on a historical walking tour of downtown Seville, led by the Seville Historical Society. mcdl.info/SevilleWalk to register Click here for more Medina County District Library news. |
Learn to Grow a Kitchen Garden and More Beer!
Learn to Grow a Kitchen Garden and More Beer!
There’s always fun cooking and food events at MCDL and this Spring is no exception!
Imagine harvesting fresh herbs to use in zesty summer dishes!
Two classes are being offered to show you how to create your own tiny kitchen garden this spring. If you have even the tiniest patch of land right outside your kitchen or back door you too, can grow herbs, greens, flower and more!
Kitchen Gardens Wed., April 11, 6:30 pm - Seville Library mcdl.info/Kitchen to register for either date
What better place to learn the great variety and flavors or craft beer than your library! Gather with other beer lovers at these two fun events that both include taste testing!
Books and Beer Thurs., May 24, 6:00 pm - Buckeye Library Rick Armon, author of Fifty Must-Try Craft Beers of Ohio is back! Held at Lager Heads Brewery, 325 W. Smith Rd., Medina. $10 paid at the door includes a brewery tour, five samples, a pilsner glass and a talk about craft beers.
mcdl.info/events to register for these beer-related events. Click here for more Medina County District Library news. |
New, Improved Clevnet App Debuts & Automatic Renewals Coming Soon at MCDL
New, Improved Clevnet App Debuts & Automatic Renewals Coming Soon at MCDL
Libraries have been able to fit in your pocket for a while now, but for the 44 libraries (including Medina County District Library) that share materials through the Clevnet Consortium, borrowing just got a LOT easier. After a soft launch of the new Clevnet Libraries App in February, MCDL staff are now encouraging all users to delete the BookMyne App and replace it with the much improved Clevnet App, available in the iOS App Store and Google Play for both Mac and Android devices. “We were anxiously awaiting the release of this app”, says Sue Demis, Technology Manager for MCDL. “The previous app was never well received. We are very happy to encourage members to start using the new Clevnet App. It looks and acts like our regular catalog but on your mobile device. It’s wonderful!” says Demis. Another new convenient service coming to MCDL members is: Automatic Renewals of library materials. Beginning Monday, April 2, members will no longer need to renew their items or face fines. Items will automatically renew one day before they are due. Items won’t renew if: - Another member has placed a hold on the item - The item has reached its renewal limit - The borrowing member’s card has been blocked or barred If an item cannot be renewed the member will receive a courtesy message (via phone, email or text) one day before it is due. This is a change from the two-day prior message members are accustomed to. Most items at MCDL are loaned for three weeks. Some items have a two-week loan period. The auto-renewals apply to all 44 Clevnet libraries, including items borrowed from partner libraries by placing “holds” through the online catalog. Go to mcdl.info/catalog to access information about the new Clevnet App and to access the MCDL catalog with your library card. Click here for more Medina County District Library news. |
Computer Courses and Specialty Tech Events at MCDL
Computer Courses and Specialty Tech Events at MCDL
One of the most frequent requests at Medina County District Library is for more and increasingly diverse computer and technology events. This Spring MCDL is answering the call with some the continuation of tried and true computer courses and new events focused on Smart Homes and Cutting the Cable! Go to mcdl.info/ComputerClasses to register for the designated events or to learn more about all the computer offerings at MCDL.
Computer Support Medina Library Sat., Apr. 21, May 5, 19, 12:00 - 4:00 pm Need help cleaning viruses and malware from your laptop or want to learn tips to do it on your own? MCDL’s Technology Department will be on hand to work with you. First-come, first-served. No phone calls accepted.
Camp Wired Medina Library Every Thurs., 9:30 - 11:30 am Learn or brush up on computer skills and software. Call for topics.
Computer Classes Medina Library Wed., 7:00 pm Apr. 11 - Internet Safety: Researching Skills Apr. 18 - Windows 10: Interactive class May 9 - Understanding and Organizing Files and Folders Register at mcdl.info/ComputerClasses
Beginning Computers Brunswick - Apr. 16-17, 10:00 am New to computers? This beginner's series teaches the basics. Register at mcdl.info/ComputerClasses Click here for more Medina County District Library news. |
Reading Advice from the Experts In Your Inbox by MCDL
Reading Advice from the Experts In Your Inbox by MCDL
With e-readers and downloadable content, many avid readers don’t come to the library as much as they used to. That also means less interaction and “book talking” with the librarians! MCDL’s award-winning Readers Advisory Librarian, Mary Olson, wants to continue those book recommendations via email.
MCDL rebooted our Readers' Advisory e-newsletters with consolidated options packed with incredible content. Now you’ll always know the best new books for any interest and be able to reserve them right from your inbox with one click!
If you used to receive MCDL’s email newsletters, but haven’t for a while, sign up again or for the first time at mcdl.info/newsletters.
You may also choose to receive MCDL’s quarterly newsletter and occasional emails about special events at MCDL.
Subscribe to any (or all!) of these newsletters from MCDL:
MCDL Events & News: receive the Library Live Newsletter, information about events and services
Book Buzz: new books for adults, sent weekly
Teen Book Buzz: new books for teens, sent weekly
Tween Book Buzz: new books for kids ages 9-12, sent weekly
Book Buzz Jr.: new board and picture books for our youngest readers, sent weekly
Staff Picks: MCDL staff recommend their favorite books, sent monthly
Book Club Picks: fresh choices for your book discussion group, sent monthly
What's New: new fiction and nonfiction, sent monthly
New DVDs: new releases for you to borrow for free, sent monthly
Audiobook Picks: new books on audio, sent monthly Click here for more Medina County District Library news. |
MCDL Friends Spring Sales and Fundraiser
MCDL Friends Spring Sales and Fundraiser
The Friends of Medina County District Library have a full slate of book sales this Spring. All proceeds from sales go to fully funding the Summer Reading Game for kids and teens! The Friends also support author visits like Writers Live and author visits at schools, helping to fund all MCDL locations’ Signature Events like Pet Palooza at Brunswick Library and STEAM Day at Highland Library this Spring.
Just in time for Spring gift buying season! The Friends of MCDL and Raspberry & the Rose Fundraiser Thurs., May 3 - 5:00 - 8:00 pm Shop at the Raspberry & the Rose for you Mother’s Day, graduation, communion and spring wedding shower gift buying needs and 20% of your purchase will be donated to the Friends of MCDL. Raspberry & the Rose is located at 241 S. Court St., Medina
SPRING BOOK SALES Medina Library Ongoing sale in the lobby during library hours. Tuesdays, Apr., May - 9:00 am - 12:00 pm Sat., Apr. 21, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm Sat., May 19, 9:00 am - 4:30 pm
Brunswick Library Ongoing sale in the lobby during library hours.
Sat., Apr. 28, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm Sat., May 19, 10:00 am - 2:00 pm
Buckeye Library Ongoing sale in the lobby during library hours.
Highland Library Ongoing sale in the lobby during library hours.
Apr. 25-26, 10:00 am - 8:00 pm Apr. 27-28, 10:00 am - 4:00 pm
Lodi Library Ongoing sale when Community Room isn’t in use.
Seville Library Ongoing sale in the lobby during library hours. Click here for more Medina County District Library news. |
Art Shows at MCDL Feature Kids and Teen Art!
Art Shows at MCDL Feature Kids and Teen Art!Medina County District Library has a full schedule of art this Spring, including an emphasis on showcasing the art of youth in Medina County!
Teen Art Night Brunswick Library - Mondays 6:30 - 7:30 pm Grades 6-12 A series of fun artsy evenings for teens! May 14 - Geometric Watercolors Register at mcdl.info/TeenNight
Pet Palooza Homeschool Art Show Apr. 8-14 Homeschool students may submit animal themed artwork Mar. 26 - Apr. 2 at Brunswick Library. Art should be mounted on colorful paper or mat board. Pick up artwork the week after the show.
Buckeye Library Buckeye Student Art Show Apr. 23 - May 4 Be wowed by the creative talents of students from Buckeye Local Schools. Reception - Tues., Apr. 24, 6:30 pm - Meet the artists and view their work.
Highland Library Gallery - A partnership with Cliffside Artists Collaborative April - Bernie D'Ettorre May - Dino Massaroni
Highland Middle School Art Show Apr. 9-13 Discover the creativity of HMS students. Reception - Mon., Apr. 9, 6:30 - 7:30 pm - Enjoy HMS solo and ensemble performances.
Medina Library B. Smith Gallery
Apr. 16 - May 12 - H.G. Blake Elementary Student Art
May 21 - June 17 - James Jeffrey Higgins Photography of industrial landscapes and more.
All MCDL art information will now be centrally located at the mcdl.info/Art section of the website. From art shows to information on showcasing your art in one of our four galleries to a sampling of the art on permanent display within our buildings, it’s your one stop shop for all things ART at MCDL!
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