Young adults who have author aspirations should consider checking out a writers workshop planned for this weekend at Mentor Public Library. Below, the news release with more information:

Photo Courtesy of Tess Smith Photography

MENTOR, Ohio… Teens who like to write will have a special opportunity this Saturday, Feb. 1, at Mentor Public Library.
Rachele Alpine—the author of the Young Adult novel, Canary—will host a writers workshop especially for teens from 1 to 3 p.m. at the library’s Main Branch.
Everyone who registers for the workshop will also get a free copy of Canary. Alpine’s book tells the story of Kate Franklin, a teenage girl who is sexually assaulted by a popular student-athleteand then told by her father to keep it a secret.
Alpine said she wrote the book, in part, to encourage young people to tell their stories—whether through writing or other means.
“It is so important to get your story out and never have your voice silenced,” Alpine said. “No matter how hard it is, someone is going to listen. It’s through stories that people find understanding, strength and inspiration. We need to tell our stories because if we don’t, who will?"
Alpine will share her insights on writing and the path to publication with teens Saturday.
“We’ll be doing a variety of writing exercises to get their creative juice flowing and keep them writing well beyond the workshop,” Alpine said. “I’m also looking forward to talking with them about publishing, everything that goes into getting your book onto the shelves, and answering any questions they might have about writing.”
Alpine said the best writing advice she ever received was twofold: Read as much as you can and write every day.
“It doesn’t matter whether what you’re writing is good. You just want to get into the habit of creating new words each and every day,” she said.
Teens can register for Alpine’s writing workshop by calling the Mentor Public Library at 440-255-8811, ext. 215, or on the library’s website, www.mentorpl.org.
People can learn more about Alpine and her writing at www.rachelealpine.com.

We here at The News-Herald are not the only ones celebrating Jane Austen this month. (We're giving away the book "Jane Austen's World" next week. For more details on how you could win, check out our blog post #nh140: Win "Jane Austen's World" by telling us why YOU should have been Mrs. Darcy.)

Mentor Public Library has planned a few events framed around the author. The first one took place over the weekend, but you still have two opportunities to head to the library to talk about Jane Austen and learn about modern adaptations of her work. Head over to Lifelong Learning At Mentor Public Library: Jane Still Reigns to read more about what's coming up.

Mentor Public Library will dedicate its Read House at 6 p.m. today (Sept. 19).

According to Barbara Vendeville of the MPL: 

The public is invited to attend a party at the Read House stage for the official dedication and be the first to tour the renovated Lake County Historical Society Heritage Home. 

The celebration will feature a performance by the Sunset Country Band, children activities, ice-cream and cake, as well as a prize drawing for gift baskets.

Maribeth Joeright/MJoeright@News-Herald.com
Kandi Brooks, president of Friends of the Mentor Public Library, displays books on the mantel in preparation for the grand opening of the Read House.

Read more from News-Herald reporter Betsy Scott who shared details of the work done at the house and how the library plans to use it.

See you in the stacks!

@Tricia Ambrose

Mark your calendar for June 7.

You'll want to head over to Mentor Public Library at 6:30 p.m.

That's when “New to Cleveland” writer and urban planner Justin Glanville and illustrator Julia Kuo will be on hand for a meet and greet.

“New to Cleveland” promises to help you see the city in a new way - even if you've lived here your whole life. 

What discoveries will you make?

Follow the link to download a sample chapter. 

Odds and Book Ends features activities and events in the area related to libraries, books and authors. Submit your events at www.News-Herald.com/Calendar, and check back to The Book Club every week for upcoming events and activities at your local library.

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This week

Literature Out Loud will be at 4 p.m. Feb. 7 at Willoughby Library, 30 Public Square. Great American stories will be read aloud through dramatic readings by a professional actor. Stories from the American frontier, patriotic poems and excerpts from American novels and short stories of adventure, comedy, romance and history will be featured. Registration is required at 440-942-3200.


The East Cuyahoga County Genealogical Society will meet at 7 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Ross C. DeJohn Community Center, 6306 Marsol Road, Mayfield Heights. Diana Crisman Smith will present a program on how to add color to your family history by providing sources you may not have thought about using. Guests are welcome to attend for a $3 visitor fee that may be applied to membership. For more information, contact Stacie at 216-379-0749 (evenings or weekends) or Mac at mksauer4@roadrunner.com. Smith is a genealogical writer, speaker, editor and teacher. She is treasurer of both the International Society of Family History Writers and the Genealogical Speakers Guild, and lay librarian at the Family History Center in Westlake as well as an online instructor through Family Tree University and has a column in the Association of Professional Genealogists’ Quarterly.


Nintendo DS Game Night will be 7 to 8 p.m. Feb. 7 at Willoughby Library, 30 Public Square. Bring a Nintendo DS and any linkable games to the library for the opportunity to play with other children. Participants must have a DS, but games are not required. Registration is required at 440-942-3200.


Jump Start Your Job Search will be 9:45 to 11 a.m. Feb. 8 at Eastlake Public Library, 36706 Lake Shore Blvd., Learn about free workshops and job search assistance available through Lake1Stop. The 90-minute session is a pre-requisite for attending the workshops, to find out about available training funds, or for receiving one-on-one job search assistance. To register for the program, call Debra Laurin at 440-350-2493 or 440-918-2493.


Crossroads will hold a Family Valentine’s Story Time 6 to 7:30 p.m. on Feb. 8 at its Early Childhood Services Center, 1083 Mentor Ave., Painesville. Children are encouraged to wear their pajamas for the family-friendly event, which will feature books, crafts and a seasonal snack. The event is geared for children up to age 8. The event is free, but registration is required at 440-358-7370. The Crossroads Early Childhood Services Center provides a broad range of behavioral health services to children from birth to age 5.


"Download Books Free With Your Library Card" will be at 7 p.m. Feb. 9 at Chardon Library on Chardon Square. Patrons who have received or purchased an e-reader will learn how to download free e-books from the Overdrive’s Ohio e-book project, accessible from the Geauga County Public Library’s website. If patrons bring their own laptops and e-readers, they can get hands-on assistance in downloading their own e-books. For additional information, contact Lou Jerkich, assistant manager of Chardon Library, at 440-285-7601.


Job Searching Online will be at 10 a.m. Feb. 10 at Eastlake Public Library, 36706 Lake Shore Blvd. Registration is required at 440-942-7780.


Meet author Chris Bohjalian at 2 p.m. Feb. 12 at the Beachwood Branch of the Cuyahoga County Library, 25501 Shake Blvd. (at the corner of Richmond and Shaker). Bohjalian is the author of 13 books, many of which are New York Times bestsellers and/or Publishers Weekly best books. His book "Midwives" was an Oprah Book Discussion Selection. Registration is required: 216-831-6868.


Crafy Kids will be 2 to 3 p.m. Feb. 12 at Willoughby Library, 30 Public Square. Children in grades one through six will make crafts. Registration is required at 440-942-3200.


Teen Anime Afternoons will be 2 to 3 p.m. Feb. 12 at Willowick Library, 263 E. 305th St. Youths in grades six through 12 can join others to watch anime movies and draw. Snack will be provided, and registration is required at 440-943-4151.


Valentine Chocolate Candy Making will be 2 to 3 p.m. Feb. 12 at Eastlake Library, 36706 Lake Shore Blvd. Youths ages 11 through 18 can make chocolate suckers to take home to their valentines. Registration is required at 440-942-7780.


Friends of Morley Library will host a book sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 12 in the lower level of Morley Library in Painesville.


Computer Basics I, designed for a person with no computer experience, will be at 10 a.m. Feb. 12 at Willowick Library, 263 E. 305th St. Learn about hardware and software. Time will be provided for hands-on practice with the keyboard and mouse. The program is limited to 10 participants, and registration is required at 440-943-4151.


The Friends of the Burton Public Library Chess Tournaments will be every Saturday in February at the library. This annual event has been drawing chess players from all over the area. Prior tournament competition is not necessary. Players need to bring a standard chess set, a sack lunch and beverage. Tournaments
for different age groups are scheduled as follows:

• Sixth through eighth grade: 10 a.m. Feb. 12
• Ninth through 12th grade: 10 a.m. Feb. 19 (expected to finish by 5 p.m.)
• Adults: 10 a.m. Feb. 26

All tournaments will be Swiss-type, providing each player at least four games regardless of his or her win-loss record. Medals will be awarded to the top places in each category. Prior registration is required for all tournaments. To register, call the Burton Public Library at 440-834-4466. For further information about the tournaments, call Jim Wohlken at 440-834-4283. Visit the library online at www.burton.lib.oh.us.


The Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin Office of College, Counseling and Support Services is sponsoring a college application process program for NDCL juniors and their parents. The event will be 2 to 4 p.m. Feb. 13 in the NDCL Library. Information will be presented, and questions answered, by an expert panel on college admission, including representatives from Case Western Reserve University, The College of Wooster and Bowling Green State University. Registration in advance is not required. Contact NDCL at 440-286-6226 if there are any questions. Those interested also can visit NDCL anytime at www.ndcl.org.

Coming up

Join Cathi Weber, local author of "Haunted Willoughby, Ohio" at 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at Willoughby Library, 30 Public Square, to hear the stories that inspired her to investigate the spooky heritage and true stories that are a part of Willoughby's history. Limited to 60 participants. Registration is required at 440-942-3200.


Reel Talk-Book and Movie Discussion Group meets at 2:45 p.m. the second Monday of every month in Morley Library's meeting Room B, with the next meeting taking place Feb. 14. Books and DVDs are available at the check-out desk on the main floor. The library is located at 184 Phelps St. in Painesville. Details: 440-352-3383 or www.morleylibrary.org.


Friends of the Kirtland Library will have its annual meeting from 7 to 8:45 p.m. Feb. 14 at Kirtland Public Library, 9267 Chilicothe Road. The following slate of officers will be presented by the nominating committee: Kent Packer, president; Ginny Liddy, vice president; Jane Carle, recording secretary; Gail Cap, corresponding secretary; Greg Amyot, treasurer. A brief meeting will be followed by a Valentine's Day celebration with a theme of chocolate, chocolate, chocolate. Refreshments will include a variety of chocolate treats, and one lucky person will go home with a Valentine gift basket. Details: 440-256-READ.


A "Take Charge Tuesday -- Healthy Heart Screening: Cholesterol, Glucose and Blood Pressure" free screening program will take place from 10 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Feb. 15 at Willoughby Library, 30 Public Square. The screening will be provided by health professionals from Euclid Hospital's Healthy Heart Program. Discuss results with a registered nurse. Registration is required at 440-942-3200.


Find a desired cookbook and let your unused cookbooks become treasures for others at the Cookbook Swap and Tasting at 6 p.m. Feb. 15 at Willoughby Hills Library, 35400 Chardon Road. Bring up to three cookbooks from your collection plus a dish to share. Registration is required at 440-942-3362.


Happy Bookers Book Discussion will take place at 7 p.m. Feb. 15 at Willowick Library, 263 E. 305th St. The book "Beloved" by Toni Morrison will be discussed.


A Fancy Nancy Party will be 7 p.m. Feb. 15 at Eastlake Library, 36706 Lake Shore Blvd. Come dressed in finery for fabulous festivities. Registration is required at 440-942-7780.


The Burton Public Library will present "Act It Out," a five-week acting workshop for ages 6 through 10. The workshop will meet from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. on Feb. 15 and 22 and March 1 and 8, concluding with a performance of "Python's Party: at 4 p.m. March 15. The acting workshop will be taught by Chardon resident Amy Bennett, who has an academic and professional background in children’s arts.
"Act It Out" is free of charge and has limited enrollment. Registration is a commitment to attend all five sessions. To register, call the Burton Public Library at 440-834-4466.


CSI: Painesville will be at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 15 at Morley Library. Forensic chemist Kim Krall, from the Lake County Crime Lab, will give an overview of the science of catching criminals. Attendees will look at DNA, fingerprinting, firearms and race analysis. The program is intended for grades 10 and older, and adults.


DS Nights for Teens will be 7 to 8 p.m. Feb. 16 at Willoughby Public Library, 30 Public Square. Teens in grades six through 12 can bring a Nintendo DS and any linkable games to the library to play with other teens. Attendees must have a DS but games are not required. Registration is required at 440-942-3200.


Facebook for Beginners program will be at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 17 at Willoughby Library, 30 Public Square. Learn how to create and use a Facebook page. Internet, mouse and keyboard skills are recommended. An email address is required to sign up for Facebook. Registration is required at 440-942-3200.


A Mother/Daughter Beading Craft is scheduled for 7 to 8 p.m. Feb. 17 at Willowick Library, 263 E. 305th St. Girls in kindergarten through sixth grade and their mothers will make a craft. Registration is required at 440-943-4151.


Native Plant Society of Northeast Ohio will meet at 7 p.m. Feb. 17 at Loganberry Books, 13015 Larchmere Blvd., Shaker Heights. The evening will be an exploration of book sources and resources for bibliophiles and native plant enthusiasts. Cleveland Botanical Garden Librarian Gary Esmonde will guide the group across the terrain of introductory Ohio flora books to collectors' items in the very special collections of the Eleanor Squire Library. Cleveland Museum of Natural History Librarian Wendy Wasman will share some botanical treasures from the museum's rare books collection. No registration required; suggested donation of $3.


Word Basics will be at 10 a.m. Feb. 19 at Willowick Library, 263 E. 305th St. Learn to create documents in Microsoft Word. Experience with the mouse and keyboard is recommended. Registration is required at 440-943-4151.

Ongoing events

The art exhibit "His, Hers, and the Truth: Paintings of Human Realism" by Judy Takacs is on display at Notre Dame College’s Clara Fritzche Library through Feb. 18. The free exhibit is open to the public during library hours, which are 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 10 p.m. Sundays. Notre Dame College is at 4545 College Road, South Euclid. For details, call 216-373-5267 or e-mail kzoller@ndc.edu.


If you are 60 years old or older and a middle- or low-income taxpayer, you can get free tax assistance with an AARP tax aide volunteers. Call the Mentor Library at 440-255-8811, ext. 215, to make your appointment. Volunteers will be at the Main Library, 8215 Mentor Ave., from noon to 3 p.m. Tuesdays through April 12. Bring your completed tax forms from last year and valid I.D. to your appointment. AARP help is by appointment only.


-- Cheryl Sadler
CSadler@News-Herald.com
@nhcheryl

Odds and Book Ends features activities and events in the area related to libraries, books and authors. Submit your events at www.News-Herald.com/Calendar, and check back to The Book Club every week for upcoming events and activities at your local library.

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This week

A Starbucks coffee tasting will be 6:30 p.m. Feb. 1 at Eastlake Library, 36706 Lake Shore Blvd. Starbucks Manager Mike Schwer will teach about the aroma, body and flavor of various Starbucks coffees paired with their accompanying pastry. Registration is required at 440-942-7780.


"Journey to Freedom: The authentic story of the Underground Railroad in Lake County" will be presented at 7 p.m. Feb. 1 at Morley Library Meeting Rooms. Kathie Purmal, executive director of the Lake County Historical Society, will present the program.


The Perry Public Library, 3753 Main St. will host a Love Letters program at 7 p.m. Feb. 1. Members of the Reminiscence Theater in Chardon will share their own sentimental, touching and humorous love letters. Amy Bennett, also with Rabbit Run Theater in Madison, is the group’s coordinator. Valentine refreshments will be served. The free program is open to the public, and registration is suggested. For more information and to register, call 440-259-3300 or visit perrypubliclibrary.org.


Registration is open for Meet the President, an event with President James A. Garfield and First Lady Lucrectia Garfield (as performed by the We Made History living historians). The president and first lady will come to Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave., from 7 to 8 p.m. Feb. 1. Listen to a presidential story, then join in the fun and ask questions. Details: 440-255-8811, ext. 220, or www.mentorpl.org.


Mentor Public Library will open later Feb. 2, at 1 p.m. Library staff will be engaged in strategic planning, building the future of the library.


Friends of the Burton Public Library will celebrate the Chinese New Year on Feb. 3 by hosting a silent auction of vintage books and original artwork. The auction will take place from 7 to 9 p.m. in the library’s meeting room.
For years, the Friends of the Burton Public Library purchased one work of art from the annual Burton Art Show. These items were part of a circulating collection that is no longer in use and will be offered to the highest bidder. The vintage books have all been donated to the library and are not ex-library books. Cash or checks will be accepted as payment. The public is invited to attend and refreshments will be served. Burton Public Library is located at 14588 W. Park St. For details, call 440-834-4466.


Learn how to load items onto your MP3 device using Windows Media Player at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 3 at Willoughby Public Library, 30 Public Square. Registration is required at 440-942-3200.


The Friends of the Willoughby-Eastlake Public Library will hold a large book/AV sale at the Eastlake Public Library from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Feb. 4 and 5, and from 1 to 5 p.m. Feb. 6. The Friends will raffle baskets filled with books and gifts, and tickets for the raffle are 50 cents each and can be purchased during library hours. The library is at 36706 Lake Shore Blvd. Call 440-942-7880 for more information.


"Download Books Free With Your Library Card" will be at 9:30 a.m. Feb. 4 and 7 p.m. Feb. 9 at Chardon Library on Chardon Square. Patrons who have received or purchased an e-reader will learn how to download free e-books from the Overdrive’s Ohio e-book project, accessible from the Geauga County Public Library’s website. If patrons bring their own laptops and e-readers, they can get hands-on assistance in downloading their own e-books. For additional information, contact Lou Jerkich, assistant manager of Chardon Library, at 440-285-7601.


Friends of the Kirtland Public Library will host a book sale from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Feb. 5. Donations of library materials are welcome and may be left at the library during regular operating hours. Kirtland Public Library is at 9267 Chillicothe Road.


Join the "Willoughby Otaku" as members of the anime/manga club meet from 1 to 4 p.m. Feb. 5 at Willoughby Library, 30 Public Square, to watch, discuss and comment on anime and manga. Refreshments will be served, and registration is required at 440-942-3200.


"Dance with the Flower Fairies" will be 2 to 3 p.m. Feb. 5 at Perry Public Library, 6111 Middle Ridge Road. Children ages 5 to 9 are invited to come dance with the Faerie Queen and her attendants. Enjoy an afternoon of fairy tale imagining with dancers from the Rabbit Run Community Arts Association. Attendees are encouraged to dress in their favorite fairy land dancing clothes to attend this one of a kind celebration. There will be stories, music, dancing, crafts, games, and fairy sized finger foods. Parents and caregivers will be invited into the room at the end of the program for picture taking. Registration is required as space is limited. Call 440-259-3300 or visit www.perrypubliclibrary.org to register.


Join Willoughby Fine Arts Association cast members at 2 p.m. Feb. 6 as they preview their production of "Aladdin Jr." Songs and scenes from the play and a ticket giveaway will be part of the program at Willowick Library, 263 E. 305th St. Registration is required at 440-943-4151.


The Friends of the Burton Public Library Chess Tournaments will be every Saturday in February at the library. This annual event has been drawing chess players from all over the area. Prior tournament competition is not necessary. Players need to bring a standard chess set, a sack lunch and beverage. Tournaments
for different age groups are scheduled as follows:

• Kindergarten through fifth grade: 10 a.m. Feb. 5 (expected to finish by 2 p.m.)
• Sixth through eighth grade: 10 a.m. Feb. 12
• Ninth through 12th grade: 10 a.m. Feb. 19 (expected to finish by 5 p.m.)
• Adults: 10 a.m. Feb. 26

All tournaments will be Swiss-type, providing each player at least four games regardless of his or her win-loss record. Medals will be awarded to the top places in each category. Prior registration is required for all tournaments. To register, call the Burton Public Library at 440-834-4466. For further information about the tournaments, call Jim Wohlken at 440-834-4283. Visit the library online at www.burton.lib.oh.us.

Coming up

Mentor Library's Monday Night Book Discussion takes place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the first Monday of each month from October through June, with the next meeting being Feb. 7. For this month's selection, contact librarian Barb Hauer at 440-255-8811, ext. 210. The library provides books, and refreshments are courtesy of the Friends of the Library.


Literature Out Loud will be at 4 p.m. Feb. 7 at Willoughby Library, 30 Public Square. Great American stories will be read aloud through dramatic readings by a professional actor. Stories from the American frontier, patriotic poems and excerpts from American novels and short stories of adventure, comedy, romance and history will be featured. Registration is required at 440-942-3200.


The East Cuyahoga County Genealogical Society will meet at 7 p.m. Feb. 7 at the Ross C. DeJohn Community Center, 6306 Marsol Road, Mayfield Heights. Diana Crisman Smith will present a program on how to add color to your family history by providing sources you may not have thought about using. Guests are welcome to attend for a $3 visitor fee that may be applied to membership. For more information, contact Stacie at 216-379-0749 (evenings or weekends) or Mac at mksauer4@roadrunner.com. Smith is a genealogical writer, speaker, editor and teacher. She is treasurer of both the International Society of Family History Writers and the Genealogical Speakers Guild, and lay librarian at the Family History Center in Westlake as well as an online instructor through Family Tree University and has a column in the Association of Professional Genealogists’ Quarterly.


Nintendo DS Game Night will be 7 to 8 p.m. Feb. 7 at Willoughby Library, 30 Public Square. Bring a Nintendo DS and any linkable games to the library for the opportunity to play with other children. Participants must have a DS, but games are not required. Registration is required at 440-942-3200.


Jump Start Your Job Search will be 9:45 to 11 a.m. Feb. 8 at Eastlake Public Library, 36706 Lake Shore Blvd., Learn about free workshops and job search assistance available through Lake1Stop. The 90-minute session is a pre-requisite for attending the workshops, to find out about available training funds, or for receiving one-on-one job search assistance. To register for the program, call Debra Laurin at 440-350-2493 or 440-918-2493.


Job Searching Online will be at 10 a.m. Feb. 10 at Eastlake Public Library, 36706 Lake Shore Blvd. Registration is required at 440-942-7780.


Meet author Chris Bohjalian at 2 p.m. Feb. 12 at the Beachwood Branch of the Cuyahoga County Library, 25501 Shake Blvd. (at the corner of Richmond and Shaker). Bohjalian is the author of 13 books, many of which are New York Times bestsellers and/or Publishers Weekly best books. His book "Midwives" was an Oprah Book Discussion Selection. Registration is required: 216-831-6868.


Crafy Kids will be 2 to 3 p.m. Feb. 12 at Willoughby Library, 30 Public Square. Children in grades one through six will make crafts. Registration is required at 440-942-3200.


Teen Anime Afternoons will be 2 to 3 p.m. Feb. 12 at Willowick Library, 263 E. 305th St. Youths in grades six through 12 can join others to watch anime movies and draw. Snack will be provided, and registration is required at 440-943-4151.


Valentine Chocolate Candy Making will be 2 to 3 p.m. Feb. 12 at Eastlake Library, 36706 Lake Shore Blvd. Youths ages 11 through 18 can make chocolate suckers to take home to their valentines. Registration is required at 440-942-7780.


Friends of Morley Library will host a book sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Feb. 12 in the lower level of Morley Library in Painesville.


Computer Basics I, designed for a person with no computer experience, will be at 10 a.m. Feb. 12 at Willowick Library, 263 E. 305th St. Learn about hardware and software. Time will be provided for hands-on practice with the keyboard and mouse. The program is limited to 10 participants, and registration is required at 440-943-4151.


The Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin Office of College, Counseling and Support Services is sponsoring a college application process program for NDCL juniors and their parents. The event will be 2 to 4 p.m. Feb. 13 in the NDCL Library. Information will be presented, and questions answered, by an expert panel on college admission, including representatives from Case Western Reserve University, The College of Wooster and Bowling Green State University. Registration in advance is not required. Contact NDCL at 440-286-6226 if there are any questions. Those interested also can visit NDCL anytime at www.ndcl.org.


Join Cathi Weber, local author of "Haunted Willoughby, Ohio" at 7 p.m. Feb. 14 at Willoughby Library, 30 Public Square, to hear the stories that inspired her to investigate the spooky heritage and true stories that are a part of Willoughby's history. Limited to 60 participants. Registration is required at 440-942-3200.


Reel Talk-Book and Movie Discussion Group meets at 2:45 p.m. the second Monday of every month in Morley Library's meeting Room B, with the next meeting taking place Feb. 14. Books and DVDs are available at the check-out desk on the main floor. The library is located at 184 Phelps St. in Painesville. Details: 440-352-3383 or www.morleylibrary.org.

Ongoing events

The art exhibit "His, Hers, and the Truth: Paintings of Human Realism" by Judy Takacs is on display at Notre Dame College’s Clara Fritzche Library through Feb. 18. The free exhibit is open to the public during library hours, which are 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 10 p.m. Sundays. Notre Dame College is at 4545 College Road, South Euclid. For details, call 216-373-5267 or e-mail kzoller@ndc.edu.


If you are 60 years old or older and a middle- or low-income taxpayer, you can get free tax assistance with an AARP tax aide volunteers. Call the Mentor Library at 440-255-8811, ext. 215, to make your appointment. Volunteers will be at the Main Library, 8215 Mentor Ave., from noon to 3 p.m. Tuesdays through April 12. Bring your completed tax forms from last year and valid I.D. to your appointment. AARP help is by appointment only.


--Cheryl Sadler
CSadler@News-Herald.com
@nhcheryl

Odds and Book Ends features activities and events in the area related to libraries, books and authors. Submit your events at www.News-Herald.com/Calendar, and check back to The Book Club every week for upcoming events and activities at your local library.


Teen Game Day at Morley Library in Painesville will be 2:30 to 4 p.m. Jan. 24. The event will include Dance Dance Revolution and classic board games, and attendees can enter a Connect Four tournament and Rock, Paper, Scissors throwdown.


Medications vs. Alternative Health Solutions will be 6:45 to 8 p.m. Jan. 24 at Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave. The free seminar will be presented by Renee Bolz, a preventative wellness practitioner for Total Body Image, and chiropractic physician Dr. Jay Riedel, who will discuss preventative health care solutions without taking prescription medications.


“It’s Snow Much Fun at the Library” for kids ages 4 through 9 will be 3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Jan. 25 at Madison Public Library, 6111 Middle Ridge Road, Madison. This is an outdoor event if weather permits, so bring hats, scarves, gloves and boots. Be ready for the possibility of a snowball fight. Warm up will be inside with some snowy stories and a wintertime craft. Details: 440-428-2189.


The Geauga County National Alliance on Mental Illness Family Support Group meeting will be at 7 p.m. the fourth Tuesday of every month at Middlefield Public Library. NAMI provides mutual support for persons diagnosed with serious mental illness and their families. Registration is not necessary and the program is free. For details, call the Mental Health Association at 440-285-3945.


Children with special needs and their families are invited to a snowman-themed story time from 7 to 7:45 p.m. Jan. 25 at Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave. The story time will feature stories, songs and a craft where children can make their own snow. Details: 440-255-8811, ext 220, or www.mentorpl.org.


Northeastern Ohio Rose Society will meet at 7:30 p.m. Jan. 25 at Madison Public Library, 6111 Middle Ridge Road. The program will be presented by Dalia Armonas, president of "ARS Miniature Roses." Mini-Flora roses are a new classification adopted by the American Rose Society in 1999 to recognize another step in the evolution of the rose, intermediate bloom size and foliage falling between miniatures and floribundas. This classification has become very popular because of its versatility in placement for edgings in flower beds, rockeries and containers. Armonas asks that everyone bring a list of their miniature roses for discussion to determine the pros and cons of certain species. For details, call 440-997-9403.


Notre Dame College’s Clara Fritzche Library will host a joint book signing and art exhibit opening reception 5 to 7 p.m. Jan. 27 that can be called a family affair. Notre Dame College Professor Dalma Takacs will sign her latest book "The condo: Or ... Life, a Sequel" while her daughter Judy Takacs will open her exhibit "His, Hers, and the Truth: Paintings of Human Realism." The book signing and reception will be in the library. The exhibit is free and open to the public, and will be open through Feb. 18, during library hours, which are 8 a.m. to 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 10 p.m. Sundays. Notre Dame College is at 4545 College Road, South Euclid. For details, call 216-373-5267 or e-mail kzoller@ndc.edu.


The Heights-Hillcrest-Lyndhurst Branch of the American Association of University Women will host a meeting at 10:30 a.m. Jan. 29, at the Cleveland Heights Main Library, Meeting Room A, 2345 Lee Road, Cleveland Heights. The subject will be "Human Trafficking -- A Form of Modern Day Slavery” by Sr. Anne Victory, HM, education coordinator for the Collaborative Initiative to End Human Trafficking, who will speak about the crime of human trafficking, its prevalence as an international and very local issue, and what citizens can do about it. The meeting is free and open to the public. For details, contact Vivian Harris, AAUW Heights-Hillcrest-Lyndhurst Branch at aauwh@adelphia.net


Silly Bandz and Fuse Beads -- an activity for the whole family -- will be 11 a.m. to noon Jan. 29 at Madison Public Library, 6111 Middle Ridge Road, Madison. Come and trade your Silly Bandz, make some rubber band bracelets and design a fuse bead craft. For details, call 440-428-2189.


Mothers and daughters ages 11 to 15 are invited to Mother/Daughter Makeovers from 1 to 2:30 p.m. Jan. 29 at Morley Library in Painesville. The afternoon will include skincare and make-up tips presented by a local beauty consultant. Registration is required for the free program at 440-352-3383.


Registration is open for Meet the President, an event with President James A. Garfield and First Lady Lucrectia Garfield (as performed by the We Made History living historians). The president and first lady will come to Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave., from 7 to 8 p.m. Feb. 1. Listen to a presidential story, then join in the fun and ask questions. Details: 440-255-8811, ext. 220, or www.mentorpl.org.


A Starbucks coffee tasting will be 6:30 p.m. Feb. 1 at Eastlake Library, 36706 Lake Shore Blvd. Starbucks Manager Mike Schwer will teach about the aroma, body and flavor of various Starbucks coffees paired with their accompanying pastry. Registration is required at 440-942-7780.


Learn how to load items onto your MP3 device using Windows Media Player at 6:30 p.m. Feb. 3 at Willoughby Public Library, 30 Public Square. Registration is required at 440-942-3200.


The Friends of the Burton Public Library Chess Tournaments will be every Saturday in February at the library. This annual event has been drawing chess players from all over the area. Prior tournament competition is not necessary. Players need to bring a standard chess set, a sack lunch and beverage. Tournaments
for different age groups are scheduled as follows:

• Kindergarten through fifth grade: 10 a.m. Feb. 5 (expected to finish by 2 p.m.)
• Sixth through eighth grade: 10 a.m. Feb. 12
• Ninth through 12th grade: 10 a.m. Feb. 19 (expected to finish by 5 p.m.)
• Adults: 10 a.m. Feb. 26

All tournaments will be Swiss-type, providing each player at least four games regardless of his or her win-loss record. Medals will be awarded to the top places in each category. Prior registration is required for all tournaments. To register, call the Burton Public Library at 440-834-4466. For further information about the tournaments, call Jim Wohlken at 440-834-4283. Visit the library online at www.burton.lib.oh.us.


Mentor Library's Monday Night Book Discussion takes place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the first Monday of each month from October through June, with the next meeting being Feb. 7. For this month's selection, contact librarian Barb Hauer at 440-255-8811, ext. 210. The library provides books, and refreshments are courtesy of the Friends of the Library.


Jump Start Your Job Search will be 9:45 to 11 a.m. Feb. 8 at Eastlake Public Library, 36706 Lake Shore Blvd., Learn about free workshops and job search assistance available through Lake1Stop. The 90-minute session is a pre-requisite for attending the workshops, to find out about available training funds, or for receiving one-on-one job search assistance. To register for the program, call Debra Laurin at 440-350-2493 or 440-918-2493.


Computer Basics I, designed for a person with no computer experience, will be at 10 a.m. Feb. 12 at Willowick Library, 263 E. 305th St. Learn about hardware and software. Time will be provided for hands-on practice with the keyboard and mouse. The program is limited to 10 participants, and registration is required at 440-943-4151.


The Mentor Public Library will be collecting canned goods through January as it holds its third annual Restock the Shelves. All branches will be accepting donations of canned and dry goods. Food will be distributed to the Lake County area food pantries to restock their shelves. Also, donations may be placed in the designated boxes at all locations.


The Burton Public Library will present “Act It Out,” a five-week acting workshop for ages 6 through 10. The workshop will meet from 3:30 to 4:45 p.m. on Feb. 15 and 22 and March 1 and 8, concluding with a performance of “Python’s Party” at 4 p.m. March 15. The acting workshop will be taught by Chardon resident Amy Bennett, who has an academic and professional background in children’s arts.
“Act It Out” is free of charge and has limited enrollment. Registration is a commitment to attend all five sessions. To register, call the Burton Public Library at 440-834-4466.


--Cheryl Sadler
CSadler@News-Herald.com

Odds and Book Ends features activities and events in the area related to libraries, books and authors. Submit your events at www.News-Herald.com/Calendar, and check back to The Book Club every week for upcoming events and activities at your local library.


Linda Bliss, RN, will discuss common reasons for family conflicts, challenges faced by siblings, and how to share responsibilities when a family member has Alzheimer's disease from 1 to 2 p.m. Jan. 18 at Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave. The program will be in the Garfield Room in the lower level of the library. Call 440-255-8811 to register, or contact Grace Sims for more details at grace.sims@mentorpl.org.


Eagle Investors Business Daily Group of Painesville will be meeting at 6:30 p.m. Jan. 18 in Meeting Room B of Morley Library in Painesville. Eagle Investors Business Daily Group of Painesville meetings will follow a regular agenda with adjustments made as membership dictates. The agenda includes, but is not limited to: General market conditions, CAN SLIM Review and Trading Basics. Eagle Investors Business Daily Group of Painesville is an organization dedicated to expanding your knowledge of the market and providing the opportunity for like-minded people to share ideas and strategies. We use the CAN SLIM investing model as our foundation. Anyone who would like to begin taking control of their financial future and learn the basics of investing, while having a lot of fun in the process is invited to attend. The meeting will be hosted by Peter M. Lee, MSEd., director of education,
Eagle Trading Company LLC. To register for the meeting, call 216-402-0358 or visit www.meetup.com/Eagle-IBD-of-painesville. There is no fee for attending. Details: www.eagletradingco.org.


The Lake County League of Women Voters will host a forum on Criminal Justice and the Death Penalty in Ohio from 10 a.m. to 12:30p.m. Jan. 22 at the Wickliffe Public Library, 1713 Lincoln Road. Featured speakers will be Carrie Davis, ACLU staff attorney and board member of Ohioans to Stop Executions, and Adrian Griffin, Northern Ohio organizer for Ohioans to Stop Executions. All are welcome to attend this free forum. Call Ellen Chamberlin, League president, for further information at 440-256-1598.


Registration begins Jan. 18 for Meet the President, an event with President James A. Garfield and First Lady Lucrectia Garfield (as performed by the We Made History living historians). The president and first lady will come to Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave., from 7 to 8 p.m. Feb. 1. Listen to a presidential story, then join in the fun and ask questions. Details: 440-255-8811, ext. 220, or www.mentorpl.org.


The Friends of the Burton Public Library Chess Tournaments will be every Saturday in February at the library. This annual event has been drawing chess players from all over the area. Prior tournament competition is not necessary. Players need to bring a standard chess set, a sack lunch and beverage. Tournaments
for different age groups are scheduled as follows:

• Kindergarten through fifth grade: 10 a.m. Feb. 5 (expected to finish by 2 p.m.)
• Sixth through eighth grade: 10 a.m. Feb. 12
• Ninth through 12th grade: 10 a.m. Feb. 19 (expected to finish by 5 p.m.)
• Adults: 10 a.m. Feb. 26

All tournaments will be Swiss-type, providing each player at least four games regardless of his or her win-loss record. Medals will be awarded to the top places in each category. Prior registration is required for all tournaments. To register, call the Burton Public Library at 440-834-4466. For further information about the tournaments, call Jim Wohlken at 440-834-4283. Visit the library online at www.burton.lib.oh.us.


The Mentor Public Library will be collecting canned goods through January as it holds its third annual Restock the Shelves. All branches will be accepting donations of canned and dry goods. Food will be distributed to the Lake County area food pantries to restock their shelves. Also, donations may be placed in the designated boxes at all locations.


--Cheryl Sadler
CSadler@News-Herald.com

Odds and Book Ends features activities and events in the area related to libraries, books and authors. Submit your events at www.News-Herald.com/Calendar, and check back to The Book Club every week for upcoming events and activities at your local library.


Reel Talk-Book and Movie Discussion Group meets at 2:45 p.m. the second Monday of every month in Morley Library's meeting Room B, with the next meeting taking place Jan. 10. Books and DVDs are available at the check-out desk on the main floor. The library is located at 184 Phelps St. in Painesville. Details: 440-352-3383 or www.morleylibrary.org.


Cub Scouts can earn their Marble belt loop or academic pin from 7 to 8 p.m. Jan. 11 at Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave. Presenter Walt Iliff will provide insight into the world of marbles. Registration is required: www.mentorpl.org or 440-255-8811, ext. 220.


Friends of the Willoughby-Eastlake Public Library will hold a large book/AV sale at the Willowick Library from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Jan. 14 and 15, and 1 to 5 p.m. Jan. 16. Willowick Public Library is located at 263 E. 305th St. Details: 440-943-4151 or www.welibrary.info.


Registration begins Jan. 10 for Paws to Read, set for 7 p.m. Jan. 19 at Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave. Kids who are able to read independently are invited to sign up for a 30-minute session. We'll pair you with a gentle dog who is licensed and trained to be a good listener. Details: www.mentorpl.org or 440-255-8811, ext. 220.


The Friends of the Burton Public Library Chess Tournaments will be every Saturday in February at the library. This annual event has been drawing chess players from all over the area. Prior tournament competition is not necessary. Players need to bring a standard chess set, a sack lunch and beverage. Tournaments
for different age groups are scheduled as follows:

• Kindergarten through fifth grade: 10 a.m. Feb. 5 (expected to finish by 2 p.m.)
• Sixth through eighth grade: 10 a.m. Feb. 12
• Ninth through 12th grade: 10 a.m. Feb. 19 (expected to finish by 5 p.m.)
• Adults: 10 a.m. Feb. 26

All tournaments will be Swiss-type, providing each player at least four games regardless of his or her win-loss record. Medals will be awarded to the top places in each category. Prior registration is required for all tournaments. To register, call the Burton Public Library at 440-834-4466. For further information about the tournaments, call Jim Wohlken at 440-834-4283. Visit the library online at www.burton.lib.oh.us.


--Cheryl Sadler
CSadler@News-Herald.com

Odds and Book Ends features activities and events in the area related to libraries, books and authors. Submit your events at www.News-Herald.com/Calendar, and check back to The Book Club every week for upcoming events and activities at your local library.


Join in the first meeting of the new Kids at Work Club at 2 p.m. Dec. 29 at Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave. Participants need only bring their imagination and creativity to build with the library's Lego bricks. Children ages 8 and younger must be accompanied by an adult. Parents are welcome to attend with their child. For details, call 440-255-8811.


Friends of the Wickliffe Library will host its annual membership drive beginning Jan. 2, and continuing through the end of February. It is time for membership renewals and applications for new members are available at the library. Each new membership and renewal will be eligible to win one of three library bags filled with goodies. Drawings will be March 1. Membership money is used to support library programs for children and adults and entitles members to advance notice of special programs such as book sales and murder mystery plays.


Mentor Library's Monday Night Book Discussion takes place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the first Monday of each month from October through June, with the next meeting being Jan. 3. For this month's selection, contact librarian Barb Hauer at 440-255-8811, ext. 210. The library provides books, and refreshments are courtesy of the Friends of the Library.


--Cheryl Sadler
CSadler@News-Herald.com

Odds and Book Ends features activities and events in the area related to libraries, books and authors. Submit your events at www.News-Herald.com/Calendar, and check back to The Book Club every week for upcoming events and activities at your local library.


Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave., will host Bells, Books and Candles at 7 p.m. Dec. 20. Come for a special night of story telling performed by the librarians from the Children's Department. Enjoy stories, puppets, music and refreshments and share some holiday cheer with the library staff. Registration is required. Call 440-255-8811.


Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave., will host Jingle All The Way! A Special Tiddlywinks at 10 a.m. Dec. 21, with stories and songs for ages 36 months and younger (with an adult). No registration is necessary. For details, call 440-255-8811.


Friends of Morley Library will host a Red Cross blood drive from 1 to 6 p.m. Dec. 21 in the Lower Level of Morley Library, 184 Phelps St., Painesville.


Join in the fun of an old-fashioned Christmas at the Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave., 1t 2 p.m. Dec. 22. Listen to a classic story; make pomanders, a fragrant seasonal decoration; and string some popcorn and cranberries for your tree. Registration is under way. This program is for children ages 8 and younger who are accompanied by an adult. For details, call 440-255-8811.


Get into the spirit of the season with stories, holiday crafts, songs and a seasonal treat at 4 p.m. Dec. 22 at Mentor Public Library's Headlands Branch, 4669 Corduroy Road. No registration is necessary. For details, call 440-257-2000.


Crossroads will hold a Family Holiday Story Time from 7 to 8 p.m. Dec. 22 at its Early Childhood Services Center, 1083 Mentor Ave., Painesville. Children are encouraged to wear pajamas for the family-friendly event, which will feature books, crafts and a seasonal snack. The event is geared for children up to age 8. The event is free, but registration is required at 440-358-7370. The Crossroads Early Childhood Services Center opened in May of this year and provides a broad range of behavioral health services to children from birth to age 5. Crossroads is a nonprofit organization providing behavioral health services to children and their families. Primary support comes from the Lake County Alcohol Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services Board.


Mentor Library's Monday Night Book Discussion takes place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the first Monday of each month from October through June, with the next meeting being Jan. 3. For this month's selection, contact librarian Barb Hauer at 440-255-8811, ext. 210. The library provides books, and refreshments are courtesy of the Friends of the Library.


--Cheryl Sadler
CSadler@News-Herald.com

Odds and Book Ends features activities and events in the area related to libraries, books and authors. Submit your events at www.News-Herald.com/Calendar, and check back to The Book Club every week for upcoming events and activities at your local library.


Holiday Family Story Time will begin at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 13 at the Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave. Children of all ages and their families can participate in a holiday story time, which will feature stories, songs and crafts. No registration is necessary.


Enjoy hot cocoa and holiday music at the Lake Branch of the Mentor Public Library, 5642 Andrews Road, Mentor-on-the-Lake, while creating a cocoa-related craft to give to a loved one. The event, which starts at 7 p.m. Dec. 13, is for children in kindergarten through fifth grade. Register by calling the library at 440-257-2512.


Cards for the Season at Headlands Branch of the Mentor Public Library, 4669 Corduroy Road, will be 3 to 6 p.m. Dec. 15, and is open to all ages. Stop by and make that special someone a remembrance card for the holidays. No registration is necessary. For details, call 440-257-2000.


Sleigh Full of Fun will be at 7 p.m. Dec. 15 at the Lake Branch of the Mentor Public Libary, 5642 Andrews Road, Mentor-on-the-Lake. Join Mr. Dennis for his holiday-themed program, with puppets and magic. For details, call 440-257-2512.


Holiday Playdoh Sculpture Craft at Mentor Public Library will be at 7 p.m. Dec. 16 for ages 3 to 12 with their families. Children can create a holiday sculpture to take home using Playdoh and other craft items. To register, call 440-255-8811.


Zap will have a magic show with visual merriment and lots of audience participation at 2 p.m. Dec. 18 at Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave. Registration is required. Call 440-255-8811.


“The Art of Morton Smith,” a solo exhibit of realist paintings by the Beachwood artist, is at the Clara Fritzsche Library, Notre Dame College, 4545 College Road, South Euclid, through Dec. 17. Details: 216-373-5267.


--Cheryl Sadler
CSadler@News-Herald.com

No, not the Jane Austen heroine. Mentor Public Library has a Catbot to answer patrons' questions about the library.

I'm sure there will anonymous comments on the website about how the $1,000 a year robot is a waste of the library's funds, but it's actually a great investment (and paid for by the Friends of the Library, not the library itself). Reference librarians — who work with patrons doing research questions and helping them to find books, DVDs, websites and other materials — can spend more time doing what they are formally educated and trained to do and less time doing what, well, a machine can do. And if they library is faced with cuts in staff or hours, patrons will still be able to get the information they need when they need it.

Head on over to the library's help page to ask Emma your questions.


-- Cheryl Sadler
CSadler@News-Herald.com

Odds and Book Ends features activities and events in the area related to libraries, books and authors. Submit your events at www.News-Herald.com/Calendar, and check back to The Book Club every week for upcoming events and activities at your local library.


April 2011 will mark the 150th anniversary of the start of the Civil War. To commemorate this event in America’s past, local historian Harold George will present “Life of a Civil War Soldier 1861-1865,” at the next meeting of the Willoughby Historical Society at 6:30 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Willoughby Public Library, 30 Public Square. He will discuss what a soldier’s life was like, including the techniques used for recruiting volunteers into the Union Army, the uniforms and the everyday personal equipment of the typical soldier and camp life. Weaponry and care of the wounded and those killed also will be discussed.
This event is free and open to the public.


The program "Fun With Retro Toys" will be at 7 p.m. Dec. 2 at the Perry Public Library, 3753 Main St. Jason Williams opened his Madison store, Spaceman Floyd’s Cosmic Toys, in mid-August. The store specializes in vintage toys and comic books from the 1960s on. Having worked at Big Fun on Coventry in Cleveland Heights for more than nine years, Williams is conversant in collectibles, gags, novelties and retro toys. This free event is open to all, but registration is strongly suggested. Call 440-259-3300 or visit perrypubliclibrary.org.


The Friends of the Willoughby-Eastlake Public Library will hold a large book/AV sale at the Willowick Library, 263 E. 305th St. Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. Dec. 3, Dec. 4 and Dec. 6, and 1 to 5 p.m. Dec. 5. The Friends will raffle baskets filled with books and gifts. Tickets for the raffle are 50 cents each and go on sale Dec. 3. Call 440-943-4151 for more information.


Friends of Morley Library will host a one-day book sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Dec. 4. Free gift wrapping will be offered. The library is at 184 Phelps St. in Painesville.


Mentor Library's Monday Night Book Discussion takes place from 6:30 to 8 p.m. the first Monday of each month from October through June, with the next meeting being Dec. 6. For this month's selection, contact librarian Barb Hauer at 440-255-8811, ext. 210. The library provides books, and refreshments are courtesy of the Friends of the Library.


The Lake County Council on Aging and the Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program will offer several presentations throughout Lake County on the topic of “Understanding Medicare and Reviewing Your Options for Open Enrollment.”
Presentations will be

• 10 a.m. Nov. 30 at the Wickliffe Public Library
• 2 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Mentor Public Library
• 1 p.m. Dec. 2 at the Willoughby/Browning Center

Call the individual locations to register for this free presentation.


“The Art of Morton Smith,” a solo exhibit of realist paintings by the Beachwood artist, is at the Clara Fritzsche Library, Notre Dame College, 4545 College Road, South Euclid, through Dec. 17. Details: 216-373-5267.


--Cheryl Sadler
CSadler@News-Herald.com

Odds and Book Ends features activities and events in the area related to libraries, books and authors. Submit your events at www.News-Herald.com/Calendar, and check back to The Book Club every week for upcoming events and activities at your local library.


The "Book and Brush Club" will meet at 7 p.m. Nov. 24 at Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave., to discuss "The Raphael Affair" by Ian Pears. For more information on how to explore the fine arts through literature, contact librarian Barb Hauer at 440-255-8811, ext. 210.


A book sale will take place from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 27 at Burton Public Library, 14588 W. Park St. Books, magazines, vintage materials, maps, records, CDs, tapes, videos and puzzles are available. Enter the sale through the white door located at the back of the building.


Join Mentor Library librarian Steve Haas at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 29, at Panera Bread, 9587 Mentor Ave., Mentor, for the "Twenty Something Readers." This month's selection will be "Under and Alone" by William Queen. Light refreshments will be provided. Stop by the library to get a copy of the book. For more information, call Steve Haas at 440-255-8811.


The Mentor-on-the-Lake and the Headlands branches of the Mentor Public Library will be drop-off points for holiday greetings to the troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. Letters and packs of chewing gum will be collected at both branches from Nov. 2 through Nov. 30. The items will be sent and shared by the troops for the holiday season. For details call either branch, at 440-257-2512 or 440-257-2000.


Join in a lively discussion of bestsellers, classics and more with Monday Night Book Discussion at Mentor Public Library's Main Branch. This group meets the first Monday of each month from October through June from 6:30 to 8 p.m. For the month's selection, contact Barb Hauer at 440-255-8811, ext. 210. The library provides books, and refreshments are courtesy of the Friends of the Library. 


“The Art of Morton Smith,” a solo exhibit of realist paintings by the Beachwood artist, is at the Clara Fritzsche Library, Notre Dame College, 4545 College Road, South Euclid, through Dec. 17. Details: 216-373-5267.


--Cheryl Sadler
CSadler@News-Herald.com

Odds and Book Ends features activities and events in the area related to libraries, books and authors. Submit your events at www.News-Herald.com/Calendar, and check back to The Book Club every week for upcoming events and activities at your local library.


Perry Public Library is having its annual fall children's used book sale Nov. 15 through Nov. 20. The sale will feature children's books, teen books, videos, music CDs, magazines and games, all at bargain prices. The sale is sponsored by the Friends of Perry Public Library, and all proceeds benefit the library's children's department programs.


Join a discussion on organ donation from 7 to 8 p.m. Nov. 15 at the Euclid Public Library, 631 East 222nd St., Euclid. The event is free and open to all. For information, call Beth Gerland at 440-796-0884 or e-mail bethgerland@yahoo.com


Relax in the morning with a continental breakfast and a mix of short stories, poetry and essays. Join Librarian Sarah O. at the Mentor Public Library Lake Branch at 9:45 a.m. Nov. 16 for "Books with Breakfast." No registration is required for this free program.


The Lake County Council on Aging and the Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program will offer several presentations throughout Lake County on the topic of “Understanding Medicare and Reviewing Your Options for Open Enrollment.”
Presentations will be

• 11 a.m. Nov. 15 at the Painesville Senior Center
• 4 p.m. Nov. 15 at the Madison Public Library
• 10 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Nov. 17 at the Council on Aging
• 10 a.m. Nov. 18 at the Fairport Senior Center
• 10 a.m. Nov. 30 at the Wickliffe Public Library
• 2 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Mentor Public Library
• 1 p.m. Dec. 2 at the Willoughby/Browning Center

Call the individual locations to register for this free presentation.


The Mentor-on-the-Lake and the Headlands branches of the Mentor Public Library will be drop-off points for holiday greetings to the troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. Letters and packs of chewing gum will be collected at both branches from Nov. 2 through Nov. 30. The items will be sent and shared by the troops for the holiday season. For details call either branch, at 440-257-2512 or 440-257-2000.


“The Art of Morton Smith,” a solo exhibit of realist paintings by the Beachwood artist, is at the Clara Fritzsche Library, Notre Dame College, 4545 College Road, South Euclid, through Dec. 17. Details: 216-373-5267.


The "Book and Brush Club" will meet at 7 p.m. Nov. 24 at Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave., to discuss "The Raphael Affair" by Ian Pears. For more information on how to explore the fine arts through literature, contact librarian Barb Hauer at 440-255-8811, ext. 210.


Join Mentor Library librarian Steve Haas at 6:30 p.m. Nov. 29, at Panera Bread, 9587 Mentor Ave., Mentor, for the "Twenty Something Readers." This month's selection will be "Under and Alone" by William Queen. Light refreshments will be provided. Stop by the library to get a copy of the book. For more information, call Steve Haas at 440-255-8811.


--Cheryl Sadler
CSadler@News-Herald.com

Odds and Book Ends features activities and events in the area related to libraries, books and authors. Submit your events at www.News-Herald.com/Calendar, and check back to The Book Club every week for upcoming events and activities at your local library.


The Mentor Multiple Sclerosis Support Group will meet at 10:30 a.m. at Border's Books, Music, Movies and Cafe, 9565 Mentor Ave., Mentor. The group is open to anyone who either has or is affected by multiple sclerosis. Details: kathysoke@aol.com.


Join Linda Bliss, R.N., of Kemper House, as she returns to Mentor Public Library to discuss managing conflicts in families dealing with Alzheimer’s disease. This free event will be at at 1 p.m. Nov. 9 in the lower level Garfield Room of the Main Branch, 8215 Mentor Ave. Call 440-255-8811 to register, or contact Grace Sims for more details at grace.sims@mentorpl.org.


Monique Noonan and Hillary Cavotta with Quilts & Sew Forth of Mentor will be at Perry Public Library from 7 to 8:45 p.m. Nov. 9 teaching participants to assemble Christmas angels from a kit. Participants must pay a $10 kit fee at the time of workshop. No experience is necessary, and all fabric and embellishment materials are provided. Please bring your own hand sewing kit. In addition, you can enjoy a quilt trunk show. Details: http://perrypubliclibrary.org, or Susan Traub at straub@perry.lib.oh.us, 440-259-3300.


The Fall Book Sale sponsored by the West Geauga Friends of the Library begins Nov. 10 with the Members’ Preview from 4 to 6 p.m., followed by the open public sale from 6:30 to 8:30. Hours are 10 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. Nov. 11, 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Nov. 12, and 10 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Nov. 13, which is $3 Bag Day. A variety of books and media will be available. Books are priced at 25 cents for adult and children’s pocket-sized paperbacks, 50 cents for children’s hard backed books, and $1 for adult hardbacks and oversized paperbacks. Special books, such as collector books, first editions and recent best sellers are priced individually. Funds raised from the book sale benefit the on-going adult and children’s’ programs at the Geauga West Library. Geauga West Library is located at 13455 Chillicothe Road. (More details on books available found here.)


Lake Health is hosting a book launch and signing for music therapists Susan E. Mandel, Ph.D., MT-BC, and Suzanne Hanser, Ed.D., MT-BC, authors of the new book “Manage Your Stress and Pain Through Music” from 6 to 8 p.m. Nov. 16 at TriPoint Medical Center’s Physician Pavilion, 7590 Auburn Road, Concord Township. “Manage Your Stress and Pain Through Music” is designed to help you heal your body, mind and spirit using the profound power found only in music. The book will help you learn to use music to manage your stress and reduce your physical suffering, whether it is because of the everyday stresses of life or emotional and physical trauma. As part of the book launch event, Mandel and Hanser will present a music therapy demonstration and share music therapy strategies learned from many years of research, clinical practice and personal experience. The event also will feature world-renowned composer Daniel Kobialka, who will perform musical selections from the CD that accompanies the book. Mandel and Hanser will autograph copies of their book, which will be available for purchase at the event. Light refreshments and hors d’oeuvres will be served. The event is free but space is limited. Call Lake Health’s Best of Health line at 440-953-6000 or 800-454-9800 to register by Nov. 11.


The Friends of Geneva Library will host a used book sale from 11 a.m. to 4 p.m. Nov. 12 and Nov. 13 in the meeting room at the Geneva Public Library, 860 Sherman St. Money raised through the sale will be used to benefit the Geneva Library. A selection of good condition hard cover and paperback books will be available, as well as DVDs, VHS tapes, magazines and more. Hardcover book pricing starts at 30 cents and paperbacks at 20 cents. Also available for $2 will be the new Geneva Library book bags. For details, call the library at 440-466-4521.


Meet actors from the Willoughby Fine Arts Association's production of "Annie" at the Eastlake Library. At 4 p.m. Nov. 13, cast members will present a half-hour preview and then answer questions. Audience members will have a chance to win four seats for the show. For information about the event or to register, call the library at 440-942-7880, ext. 105. The Fine Arts Association play, part of the Family Theatre Series, runs from Nov. 26 to Dec. 19.


The next featured speaker in the Distinguished Speaker Series sponsored by the Geauga County Library Foundation will be Cleveland television personality “Big Chuck” Schodowski. The event will take place at 7:30 p.m. Nov. 13 at Notre Dame-Cathedral Latin Education Center, 13000 Auburn Road in Munson Township. Schodowski will reminisce about his 47 years on Cleveland TV and his characters “Ben Crazy,” “Certain Ethnic Guy” and others. He also will sign and sell his book “Big Chuck! My Favorite Stories from 47 years on Cleveland TV.”


The "Book Club for Men" will meet at the Mentor Public Library Main Branch at 7 p.m. Nov. 15 to discuss "Not a Good Day to Die" by Sean Naylor. Stop by the library to get a copy of the book, or call librarian Steve Haas at 440-255-8811.


The Lake County Council on Aging and the Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program will offer several presentations throughout Lake County on the topic of “Understanding Medicare and Reviewing Your Options for Open Enrollment.”
Presentations will be

• noon Nov. 9 at the Mentor Senior Center
• noon Nov. 12 at the Eastlake Senior Center
• 11 a.m. Nov. 15 at the Painesville Senior Center
• 4 p.m. Nov. 15 at the Madison Public Library
• 10 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Nov. 17 at the Council on Aging
• 10 a.m. Nov. 18 at the Fairport Senior Center
• 10 a.m. Nov. 30 at the Wickliffe Public Library
• 2 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Mentor Public Library
• 1 p.m. Dec. 2 at the Willoughby/Browning Center

Call the individual locations to register for this free presentation.


The Mentor-on-the-Lake and the Headlands branches of the Mentor Public Library will be drop-off points for holiday greetings to the troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. Letters and packs of chewing gum will be collected at both branches through Nov. 30. The items will be sent and shared by the troops for the holiday season. For details call either branch, at 440-257-2512 or 440-257-2000.


“The Art of Morton Smith,” a solo exhibit of realist paintings by the Beachwood artist, is at the Clara Fritzsche Library, Notre Dame College, 4545 College Road, South Euclid, through Dec. 17. Details: 216-373-5267.



--Cheryl Sadler
CSadler@News-Herald.com

Odds and Book Ends features activities and events in the area related to libraries, books and authors. Submit your events at www.News-Herald.com/Calendar, and check back to The Book Club every week for upcoming events and activities at your local library.


Upcoming signings this month at Joseph-Beth Booksellers, 24519 Cedar Road, Lyndhurst (216-691-7000):

• Lisa Klein, “Cate of the Lost Colony,” 7 p.m. Nov. 2
• Davod Herlihy, “The Lost Cyclist: The Epic Tale of an American Adventurer and His Mysterious Disappearance,” 7 p.m. Nov. 3
• Dan Couglin, “Crazy, with the Papers to Prove It: Stories about the Most Unusual, Eccentric and Outlandish People I’ve Known in 45 Years as a Sports Journalist,” 7 p.m. Nov. 4
• Apolo Ohno, “Zero Regrets,” 11 a.m. Nov. 7
• Michael McMenamin, “The DeValera Deception,” 7 p.m. Nov. 9
• Debra First, “Founded in Faith: Cleveland’s Lost Catholic Legacy,” 7 p.m. Nov. 11
• James Toman, “A Euclid Beach Park Album,” 7 p.m. Nov. 11
• Steven Kotler, “A Small Furry Prayer: Dog Rescue and the Meaning of Life,” 7 p.m. Nov. 15
• Adam Richman, “America the Edible: From Sea to Dining Sea,” 7 p.m. Nov. 16
• Harvey Sachs, “The Ninth: Beethoven and the World in 1824,” 7 p.m. Nov. 17
• Dr. Joan Brown Cambell, “Living Into Hope: A Call to Spiritual Action for Such a Time as This,” 2 p.m. Nov. 20
• Regina Brett, “God Never Blinks: 50 Lessons for Life’s Little Detours,” 7 p.m. Nov. 22

Learn about e-books and e-readers at 7 p.m. Nov. 2 at Perry Public Library, 3753 Main St., Perry. A team from Mentor's Best Buy will demonstrate all e-readers currently on the market -- Amazon Kindle, Sony E-Reader, Barnes & Noble Nook and Apple iPad. They will review and evaluate to help you choose the best one for you, whether you're just getting started or ready to upgrade to the next generation of e-readers. All e-readers will be available for sale at the library. In addition the library will offer a demonstration of e-book downloads on to a reader from the CLEVNET catalog. Refreshments complete a fun and informative evening. This free program is open to everyone, but registration is suggested. Call 440-259-3300 or log on to perrypubliclibrary.org.


The Lake County Council on Aging and the Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program will offer several presentations throughout Lake County on the topic of “Understanding Medicare and Reviewing Your Options for Open Enrollment.”
Presentations will be

• 9 a.m. Nov. 2 at the Wickliffe Senior Center
• 12:30 p.m. Nov. 5 at the Madison Senior Center
• noon Nov. 9 at the Mentor Senior Center
• noon Nov. 12 at the Eastlake Senior Center
• 11 a.m. Nov. 15 at the Painesville Senior Center
• 4 p.m. Nov. 15 at the Madison Public Library
• 10 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Nov. 17 at the Council on Aging
• 10 a.m. Nov. 18 at the Fairport Senior Center
• 10 a.m. Nov. 30 at the Wickliffe Public Library
• 2 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Mentor Public Library
• 1 p.m. Dec. 2 at the Willoughby/Browning Center

Call the individual locations to register for this free presentation.


The Friends of the Chardon Library will host its annual Cuddle Up for Winter Book Sale on Nov. 6 and 7 in the library’s Bostwick Room. From 10 to 11 a.m. Saturday there will be a Members-Only Preview. It is possible to join the Friends or renew membership at the door. General book sale hours will be 11 a.m to 5 p.m. Saturday and 1 to 5 p.m. Sunday. Cost of most hardbacks is 50 cent; paperbacks, 25 cents. Sunday is bag day: $3 per bag of books. 


Reel Talk-Book and Movie Discussion Group meets at 2:45 p.m. the second Monday of every month in Meeting Room B of Morley Library, 184 Phelps St., Painesville. Books and DVDs are available at the check-out desk on the main floor. Details: www.morleylibrary.org.


The Mentor-on-the-Lake and the Headlands branches of the Mentor Public Library will be drop-off points for holiday greetings to the troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. Letters and packs of chewing gum will be collected at both branches from Nov. 2 through Nov. 30. The items will be sent and shared by the troops for the holiday season. For details call either branch, at 440-257-2512 or 440-257-2000.


--Cheryl Sadler
CSadler@News-Herald.com

Odds and Book Ends features activities and events in the area related to libraries, books and authors. Submit your events at www.News-Herald.com/Calendar, and check back to The Book Club every week for upcoming events and activities at your local library.


The local chapter of the John Birch Society will present a 23-minute video showing of "Obamacare - 101" at 7 p.m. Oct. 25 at Morley Public Library, 184 Phelps St. After the video showing, a presentation will be given by Dr. Nicholas Zakov of the Cleveland Retina Association. A question-and-answer period will follow.


Friends of Morley Library will host a Red Cross blood drive 1 to 6 p.m. Oct. 26, in the lower level of Morley Library in Painesville. Donors will receive $5 in Morley Money to spend at any Friends Book Sale.


The Northeastern Ohio Rose Society will meet at 7:30 p.m. Oct. 26 at Madison Public Library, 6111 Middle Ridge Road, Madison. Come and learn from a master gardener the care of flowers. The program will be "Scented Geraniums-Fabulous Fragrance!" Discover plants that have leaves with fragrances of rose, lemon, mint, nutmeg, and more. Join Meghan Davis, from Ashtabula County Master Gardeners, as she explores the history and lore of scented geraniums and learn how to grow and propagate these alluring plants indoors during the winter.


Family Pumpkin Painting with Miss Amy will take place at 4:30 p.m. Oct. 27 at Mentor Public Library’s Mentor Headlands Branch, 4669 Corduroy Road. Miss Amy will provide the pumpkin and decorations. For details, call 440-257-2000.


The James A. Garfield National Historic Site in Mentor will present “Poe in Person: An Evening with Edgar Allen Poe” Oct. 28 at the James A. Garfield National Historic Site, 8095 Mentor Ave. in Mentor. Patrons may choose from actor David Keltz’s 6 p.m. performance of “The Tell-Tale Heart” and “The Raven,” or an 8 p.m. performance of “The Black Cat” and “The Cask of Amontillado.” Keltz has performed as Poe on stage, television and radio as well as at schools and museums.  He also is the voice of the NFL’s Baltimore Ravens. Light refreshments and tours of the Garfield home will be available. The event is for patrons ages 16 and older. Cost of a ticket is $15. Advance tickets are available at the site. For more information, call 440-255-8722.


Mystery writers are visiting the South Euclid Lyndhurst Branch of the Cuyahoga County Public Library (4645 Mayfield Road, South Euclid) at 7 p.m. Oct. 28. Books will be available for purchase and signing courtesy of the Friends of the South Euclid-Lyndhurst Library. Register online at www.cuyahogalibrary.org and go to the Events tab, or by calling the South Euclid Lyndhurst Library at 216-382-4880.
About the authors:

• Mary Jane Maffini is a lapsed librarian, a former mystery bookstore owner and a lifelong lover of mysteries. She is a former President of Crime Writers of Canada. In addition to her to her four Charlotte Adams books, she is the author of the six-book Camilla MacPhee series and two Fiona Silk adventures. Maffini has won two Arthur Ellis awards for best mystery short story as well as the Crime Writers of Canada Derrick Murdock award and was nominated for a Barry Award in 2006. Her latest Charlotte Adams book is "Closet Confidential," published in July by Berkley Prime Crime.
• Brenda Chapmanof Ottawa is the author of the Jennifer Bannon mystery series for young adults. She has also written several short stories that were published in an anthology, "When Boomer Go Bad," published by RendezVous Crime. "Winter’s Grip," Brenda’s first adult murder mystery, was released in September.

Friends of Morley Library will host a used book sale from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Oct. 29 and 30 at the Book Cellar in the lower level, Morley Library in Painesville. A Friends Preview Night will be from 5 to 8 p.m. Oct. 28. Memberships are available at the door.


The Friends of the Euclid Public Library October Book Sale will be from 6:30 to 8:30 p.m. Oct. 29, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 30 and 1 to 4 p.m. Oct. 31. Friday evening will be a special members-only evening. Saturday the sale is open to the general public, and Sunday will be buy a bag for $2. The library is at 631 E. 222nd St., Euclid.


The Lake County Council on Aging and the Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program will offer several presentations throughout Lake County on the topic of “Understanding Medicare and Reviewing Your Options for Open Enrollment.”
Presentations will be

• 10 a.m. Oct. 26 at the Willowick Senior Center
• 2 p.m. Oct. 28 at the Kirtland Public Library
• 9 a.m. Nov. 2 at the Wickliffe Senior Center
• 12:30 p.m. Nov. 5 at the Madison Senior Center
• noon Nov. 9 at the Mentor Senior Center
• noon Nov. 12 at the Eastlake Senior Center
• 11 a.m. Nov. 15 at the Painesville Senior Center
• 4 p.m. Nov. 15 at the Madison Public Library
• 10 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Nov. 17 at the Council on Aging
• 10 a.m. Nov. 18 at the Fairport Senior Center
• 10 a.m. Nov. 30 at the Wickliffe Public Library
• 2 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Mentor Public Library
• 1 p.m. Dec. 2 at the Willoughby/Browning Center

Call the individual locations to register for this free presentation.


All Geauga County Public Libraries welcome voter information and campaign literature for issues and candidates appearing on local ballots. Each library has an election display to help voters become well-informed. Brochures and fliers are acceptable, while items such as bumper stickers are not. Geauga County Public Libraries include Bainbridge, Chardon, Geauga West, Middlefield, the Bookmobile, and the Newbury and Thompson library stations. For locations and phone numbers, visit www.geaugalibrary.net.


The Mentor-on-the-Lake and the Headlands branches of the Mentor Public Library will be drop-off points for holiday greetings to the troops serving in Iraq and Afghanistan. Letters and packs of chewing gum will be collected at both branches from Nov. 2 through Nov. 30. The items will be sent and shared by the troops for the holiday season. For details call either branch, at 440-257-2512 or 440-257-2000.


Join in a lively discussion of bestsellers, classics and more with Monday Night Book Discussion at Mentor Public Library's Main Branch. This group meets the first Monday of each month from October through June from 6:30 to 8 p.m. For the month's selection, contact Barb Hauer at 440-255-8811, ext. 210. The library provides books, and refreshments are courtesy of the Friends of the Library.



--Cheryl Sadler
CSadler@News-Herald.com

Odds and Book Ends features activities and events in the area related to libraries, books and authors. Submit your events at www.News-Herald.com/Calendar, and check back to The Book Club every week for upcoming events and activities at your local library.


“Library Resources for the Job Search” program will take place from 2 to 3 p.m. Oct. 18 at Chardon Library on Chardon Square. Sarah Prueter, Nick Fagin and Carol Tuttle will be the featured speakers.
The event is sponsored by the Geauga County Department of Job and Family Services and is part of a Coffee Talk series, an opportunity for job seekers to interact with employment professionals. To RSVP, call Geauga Workplace at 440-285-1223.


The program "Dream Hikes Coast to Coast" will be presented by author Jack Bennett at 7 p.m. Oct. 19 at Chardon Library, 110 E. Park St. Bennett will feature an audio-visual presentation of his new book "Dream Hikes Coast to Coast: Your Guide to America’s Most Memorable Trails." He will share an armchair travelogue and photos from 30 of America’s best hikes. His books will be available for purchase and autograph at the program. This free program is sponsored by the Chardon Friends of the Library and open to the public. Seating is limited. To register, call 440-285-7601.


Experience Reiki at 7 p.m. Oct. 19 at Perry Public Library, 3753 Main St., Perry. Reiki is a Japanese technique for stress reduction and relaxation that also promotes healing. It is administrated by “laying on hands” and is based on the idea that an unseen “life force energy” flows through us and is what causes us to be alive. If one’s “life force energy” is low, then we are more likely to get sick or feel stress, and if it is high, we are more capable of being happy and healthy. The presenter is Reiki Master Gisa Ticconi of the Earthwinds Wellness Center serving the Cleveland-Akron area. To register or for details, call the library at 440-259-3300.


Anybody who prays is invited to an evening with Page Zyromski, author of "How to Pray with the Bible," at 7 p.m. Oct. 19 at Morley Library. Zyromski received a master's degree in classical languages from St. Louis University and has designed and taught Scripture classes at every level from Summer Bible School through college. She is the author of seven books and a regular contributor to Catechist.


Rabbi Kushner wrestled with the question of why bad things happen to good people when his son became ill with progeria (rapid aging disease). Join Rev. Dick Dunn in a six-week discussion of Rabbi Kushner’s book “Why Do Bad Things Happen to Good People” beginning at 7 p.m. Oct. 19 at Fairport Congregational Church, 308 Third St., Fairport Harbor. Copies of the book will be available.


The Lake County Council on Aging and the Ohio Senior Health Insurance Information Program will offer several presentations throughout Lake County on the topic of “Understanding Medicare and Reviewing Your Options for Open Enrollment.”
Presentations will be

• 10 a.m. Oct. 20 at the Kirtland Senior Center
• 1 p.m. Oct. 21 at the Perry Senior Center
• 10 a.m. Oct. 26 at the Willowick Senior Center
• 2 p.m. Oct. 28 at the Kirtland Public Library
• 9 a.m. Nov. 2 at the Wickliffe Senior Center
• 12:30 p.m. Nov. 5 at the Madison Senior Center
• noon Nov. 9 at the Mentor Senior Center
• noon Nov. 12 at the Eastlake Senior Center
• 11 a.m. Nov. 15 at the Painesville Senior Center
• 4 p.m. Nov. 15 at the Madison Public Library
• 10 a.m. and 3:30 p.m. Nov. 17 at the Council on Aging
• 10 a.m. Nov. 18 at the Fairport Senior Center
• 10 a.m. Nov. 30 at the Wickliffe Public Library
• 2 p.m. Dec. 1 at the Mentor Public Library
• 1 p.m. Dec. 2 at the Willoughby/Browning Center

Call the individual locations to register for this free presentation.


Paws to Read will take place from 7 to 8 p.m. Oct. 20 at Mentor Public Library’s Mentor-on-the-Lake Branch. The event is for children ages 6 to 12 years old. Children who are able to read independently are invited to sign up for a 30-minute session. A gentle, licensed dog who is trained to be a good listener will be paired up with the child. For details and to register, call the library at 440-255-8811, ext. 220.


The Bake Shop Ghost for children in kindergarten through sixth grade will take place at 7 p.m. Oct. 20 at Mentor Public Main Library. Not too scary stories, songs and a ghoulish edible craft will be part of the event. For details and to register, call the library at 440-255-8811, ext. 220.


Lake Erie in a Bottle program will take place at 7 p.m. Oct. 20 at Mentor Headlands Branch of Mentor Public Library. The event is for children in grades three through nine. This is a take-home craft program. To register, call 440-257-2000.


Mentor Public Library will host Heidi Callendar, author/editor of "Wind Energy in Ohio," to discuss this innovative technology. Callender will lead a discussion on that topic and more from 6:30 to 8 p.m. Oct. 21 during a “Meet the Author” event at Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave. Callender’s book is a compilation of articles from experts on the topic of wind energy in the state that examines major wind energy events since 1888. Wind Energy in Ohio will provide insight into Ohio's key past, present, and future wind industry. To register for the program, call 440-255-8811 or visit www.mentorpl.org.


Friends of the Mentor Public Library will hosts the October book sale from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Oct. 22 at the library, 8215 Mentor Ave. The sale features a great assortment of gift and regular books for the entire family. There are two rooms full of great books in the basement, and the store on the main floor will be open. A huge assortment of books from children's picture story, junior and young adult to adult fiction in hardback and paper is available. The non-fiction selection includes a bit of everything, from animals to history to great literature.


Madison Public Library, 6111 Middle Ridge Road, Madison, will host “Plants that Survive in Deer Country” Oct. 23. With deer eating an ever increasing variety of plants, hear about some types that they do not like. Better understand what plants they seek and which they will avoid.
For details, call 440-428-2189.


All young chemists are invited to join the National Chemistry Week program at the Beachwood Public Library (25501 Shaker Blvd., Beachwood) at 10 a.m. Oct. 23. Children in grades two through five will have fun exploring the chemistry behind the scenes. Parents must sign a release for children to participate. Forms will be available at the Children's Desk. Registration is required by phone at 216-831-6868 or online at cuyahogalibrary.org.


Scholastic Media presents a local stop on the “Get Goosebumps!” mall tour designed to thrill and chill the entire family from noon to 4 p.m. Oct. 23 at Great Lakes Mall in the Macy's Court. Mall visitors will enjoy a complete Goosebumps experience -- starring in and sharing their own custom “Get Goosebumps” video, playing the “Goosebumps HorrorLand” Wii game, taking pictures as a Goosebumps Horror, entering for a chance to win a Goosebumps Prize Pack and more.


All Geauga County Public Libraries welcome voter information and campaign literature for issues and candidates appearing on local ballots. Each library has an election display to help voters become well-informed. Brochures and fliers are acceptable, while items such as bumper stickers are not. Geauga County Public Libraries include Bainbridge, Chardon, Geauga West, Middlefield, the Bookmobile, and the Newbury and Thompson library stations. For locations and phone numbers, visit www.geaugalibrary.net.


--Cheryl Sadler
CSadler@News-Herald.com