Northeast Ohio
Book Sales
Book Discussions
Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.
January 18 The Space Between Us by Thrity Umrigar
February 15 The Island at the Center of the World by Russell Shorto
March 21 Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand by Helen Simonson
April 18 Sarah’s Key by Tatiana de Rosnay
May 16 My Life as an Experiment by A. J. Jacobs
Wednesday, 7:00 p.m.
January 18 The Space Between Us by Thrity Umrigar
February 15 The Island at the Center of the World by Russell Shorto
March 21 Major Pettigrew’s Last Stand by Helen Simonson
April 18 Sarah’s Key by Tatiana de Rosnay
May 16 My Life as an Experiment by A. J. Jacobs
To register call 440-285-7601.
eReaders and More
Do you have a Nook, Kindle, or iPad? Learn how to use the Library’s Ohio E-Book Project to download free
books and other media to your computers or portable devices. Bring your laptops and devices so that we can
assist you at the end of the program.
Call 440-285-7601 to register.
Thursday, January 5, 7:00 p.m. and
Monday, January 9, 2:00 p.m.
Introduction to Facebook
Flustered by Facebook? If you have an existing Facebook account but would like to learn how to use it
more effectively or you’re new to Facebook and want to learn how to start sharing with friends, this is the
class for you! This class provides hands-on experience for the beginner as well as those who aren’t acquainted
with all of Facebook’s features. Help will be provided in registering for a Facebook account prior to class.
Class is limited to the first 11.
Additional class times may be scheduled based on the waiting list.
Tuesday, January 31, 6:30 p.m.
You Too Can Hike the Appalachian Trail
Experienced hikers Chuck and Lauri Warfield will share with you their experiences of hiking the
Appalachian Trail. They will suggest ways that you might enjoy the Trail while section-hiking, using car shuttles,
and enjoying restaurants and offtrail accommodations. Monday, February 13, 7:00 p.m.
Bill Jackson Book Signing:
Bill Jackson, local historian, will tell us about Chardon's history and upcoming Bicentennial Celebration.
Tuesday, February 14, 7:00 p.m.
Bill will have the new book, Images of America series: Chardon and Chardon Township, available for purchase and signing from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Intermediate Social Media: Facebook & Twitter Discover the differences and similarities of popular social
media programs such as Facebook and Twitter. Learn how to personalize privacy settings and share only what
you want to share. Class will also explore the latest changes to Facebook’s software. Prerequisite:
Introduction to Facebook class or experienced Facebook user. Class is limited to the first 11.
Thursday, March 1, 6:30 p.m.
Advanced Internet Searching
See how Google compares with other search methods (subject indexes, metasearch engines, and databases).
Discover how to make the most of them and learn how to use Google to its best advantage.
Monday, March 5, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. and Friday, May 11,
9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Grant Under Fire: General Grant's Low Point and How He Handled It
George Dauler takes on the role of Ulysses S. Grant, the Civil War general acclaimed for capturing Fort Donelson
150 years ago in February of 1862. Two months later the news reporters were questioning his competence as a commanding general for his handling of the bloody battle of Shiloh.
Wednesday, March 14, 7:00 p.m.
Chardon Friends of the LibraryAnnual Membership Tea
In honor of Chardon's bicentennial year, Sandra Zikursh will present, "Life in the Western Reserve", a glimpse into a pioneer woman's life.
Sunday, April 15, 2:00 p.m.
Your Life Story
Want to record your life story? Don’tknow where to start? An evening with Sunny McClellan Morton will give you the tools, ideas and inspiration to put your story on paper. Sunny, who grew up in Geauga County, writes for
Family Tree Magazine, teaches a family history writing course, and has a blog at www.yourlifein5minutes.com Her new book, My Life and Times: A Guided Journey for Collecting Your Stories, will be available after the
program. Wednesday May 2, 7:00 p.m.
Scrapbooking Crop
May is National Scrapbooking Month. Bring your photos and supplies. Share ideas during an evening of scrapbook
fun. The library’s Ellison Die Machine will be available for participants’ use.
Tuesday, May 1, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Leveraging LinkedIn
LinkedIn is a fast-growing professional networking site that allows members to collect business contacts, search for jobs, and find potential clients. This hands-on class is helpful for those starting out with online networking as well as those who want tips on completing
their professional profiles and expanding their networks.
Class limited to first 11 registrants.
Thursday, May 10, 6:30 p.m.
eReaders and More
Do you have a Nook, Kindle, or iPad? Learn how to use the Library’s Ohio E-Book Project to download free
books and other media to your computers or portable devices. Bring your laptops and devices so that we can
assist you at the end of the program.
Call 440-285-7601 to register.
Thursday, January 5, 7:00 p.m. and
Monday, January 9, 2:00 p.m.
Introduction to Facebook
Flustered by Facebook? If you have an existing Facebook account but would like to learn how to use it
more effectively or you’re new to Facebook and want to learn how to start sharing with friends, this is the
class for you! This class provides hands-on experience for the beginner as well as those who aren’t acquainted
with all of Facebook’s features. Help will be provided in registering for a Facebook account prior to class.
Class is limited to the first 11.
Additional class times may be scheduled based on the waiting list.
Tuesday, January 31, 6:30 p.m.
You Too Can Hike the Appalachian Trail
Experienced hikers Chuck and Lauri Warfield will share with you their experiences of hiking the
Appalachian Trail. They will suggest ways that you might enjoy the Trail while section-hiking, using car shuttles,
and enjoying restaurants and offtrail accommodations. Monday, February 13, 7:00 p.m.
Bill Jackson Book Signing:
Bill Jackson, local historian, will tell us about Chardon's history and upcoming Bicentennial Celebration.
Tuesday, February 14, 7:00 p.m.
Bill will have the new book, Images of America series: Chardon and Chardon Township, available for purchase and signing from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Intermediate Social Media: Facebook & Twitter Discover the differences and similarities of popular social
media programs such as Facebook and Twitter. Learn how to personalize privacy settings and share only what
you want to share. Class will also explore the latest changes to Facebook’s software. Prerequisite:
Introduction to Facebook class or experienced Facebook user. Class is limited to the first 11.
Thursday, March 1, 6:30 p.m.
Advanced Internet Searching
See how Google compares with other search methods (subject indexes, metasearch engines, and databases).
Discover how to make the most of them and learn how to use Google to its best advantage.
Monday, March 5, 7:00 - 8:30 p.m. and Friday, May 11,
9:30 a.m. - 11:00 a.m.
Grant Under Fire: General Grant's Low Point and How He Handled It
George Dauler takes on the role of Ulysses S. Grant, the Civil War general acclaimed for capturing Fort Donelson
150 years ago in February of 1862. Two months later the news reporters were questioning his competence as a commanding general for his handling of the bloody battle of Shiloh.
Wednesday, March 14, 7:00 p.m.
Chardon Friends of the LibraryAnnual Membership Tea
In honor of Chardon's bicentennial year, Sandra Zikursh will present, "Life in the Western Reserve", a glimpse into a pioneer woman's life.
Sunday, April 15, 2:00 p.m.
Your Life Story
Want to record your life story? Don’tknow where to start? An evening with Sunny McClellan Morton will give you the tools, ideas and inspiration to put your story on paper. Sunny, who grew up in Geauga County, writes for
Family Tree Magazine, teaches a family history writing course, and has a blog at www.yourlifein5minutes.com Her new book, My Life and Times: A Guided Journey for Collecting Your Stories, will be available after the
program. Wednesday May 2, 7:00 p.m.
Scrapbooking Crop
May is National Scrapbooking Month. Bring your photos and supplies. Share ideas during an evening of scrapbook
fun. The library’s Ellison Die Machine will be available for participants’ use.
Tuesday, May 1, 5:30 - 8:30 p.m.
Leveraging LinkedIn
LinkedIn is a fast-growing professional networking site that allows members to collect business contacts, search for jobs, and find potential clients. This hands-on class is helpful for those starting out with online networking as well as those who want tips on completing
their professional profiles and expanding their networks.
Class limited to first 11 registrants.
Thursday, May 10, 6:30 p.m.
Chardon Adult Programming
Special Interest Programs
Genealogy Programs for January through May 2012
Celebrate spring with a genealogy class! Classes taught by Cheryl McClellan, Staff Genealogist unless otherwise noted. Call sponsoring library to register for desired class. For more information, e-mail history@geaugalibrary.info.
Genealogy 101: Introduction to Genealogy (Using Computers)
Covers basic terminology, ancestor and family group charts. Bring whatever vital information you have (names, birth/marriage/death dates and places) for yourself, parents,
grandparents, etc. We will fill out paper ancestor charts first, and then switch to Legacy software to enter your first four generations on a library laptop. If you want to save your file,
bring a flash or jump drive, since data on library laptops is erased daily. Class size limited to eleven. Registration required:
Tuesday, March 27, 7:00 p.m.
Chardon Library: Learn to Use the Anderson Allyn Room
Did you know that Chardon Library hosts one of the best local genealogy collections around? Discover what resources are available in Chardon’s Allyn Room and learn how to fill out
genealogy charts. This class is especially for those who have Geauga County roots or are interested in volunteering in the Allyn Room. Bring ancestor and family group charts already filled out with what you know if you have Geauga County
roots. (Ask for blank charts from the library.) Registration is required and class is limited to eight people.
Wednesday, March 7, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Geauga County Genealogical Society
The Geauga County Genealogical Society meets in the Bostwick Room of the Chardon Library the second Tuesday of each month with new and fascinating topics. Visit us for one or all of the following discussions.
Dan Ruminski, historian and storyteller, will speak on the White Family who founded White Sewing Machine
Co. and White Motor Corp. Windsor White lived on Halfred Farms in Hunting Valley and his brother Walter lived on Circle W Farm in Chesterland which is now the Hawken School
campus. Tuesday, January 10, 7:00 p.m.
Bill Jackson, local historian, will tell us about Chardon's history and upcoming Bicentennial Celebration. Tuesday, February 14, 7:00 p.m. Bill will have the new book, Images of America series: Chardon and Chardon Township, available for purchase and signing from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sandra Mueller will speak on Memories of Crystal Beach Park, Vermilion, Ohio. Sandy is a granddaughter of George and Josephine Blanchat, founders of Crystal Beach Park in 1907. Tuesday, March 13, 7:00 p.m.
Amy Kenneley will present Finding Your Female Ancestors. Amy will give us insight on how to find maiden names to help in your research.
Tuesday, April 10, 7:00 p.m.
Let's Go Digging for Buried Treasures.
Judy Davison will tell of her methods, strategies, resources and tools she used in her 18-year long treasure hunt and the "genealogy gems" she uncovered along the way.
Tuesday, May 8, 7:00m p.m.
Take a Field Trip to South Newbury Union Chapel
with historical information provided by Michael Fath. Carpooling from Chardon Library will be necessary as parking is very
limited. Wednesday, June 13, 7:00 p.m.
Please note change of day for this outing.
Celebrate spring with a genealogy class! Classes taught by Cheryl McClellan, Staff Genealogist unless otherwise noted. Call sponsoring library to register for desired class. For more information, e-mail history@geaugalibrary.info.
Genealogy 101: Introduction to Genealogy (Using Computers)
Covers basic terminology, ancestor and family group charts. Bring whatever vital information you have (names, birth/marriage/death dates and places) for yourself, parents,
grandparents, etc. We will fill out paper ancestor charts first, and then switch to Legacy software to enter your first four generations on a library laptop. If you want to save your file,
bring a flash or jump drive, since data on library laptops is erased daily. Class size limited to eleven. Registration required:
Tuesday, March 27, 7:00 p.m.
Chardon Library: Learn to Use the Anderson Allyn Room
Did you know that Chardon Library hosts one of the best local genealogy collections around? Discover what resources are available in Chardon’s Allyn Room and learn how to fill out
genealogy charts. This class is especially for those who have Geauga County roots or are interested in volunteering in the Allyn Room. Bring ancestor and family group charts already filled out with what you know if you have Geauga County
roots. (Ask for blank charts from the library.) Registration is required and class is limited to eight people.
Wednesday, March 7, 10:00 a.m. to 11:30 a.m.
Geauga County Genealogical Society
The Geauga County Genealogical Society meets in the Bostwick Room of the Chardon Library the second Tuesday of each month with new and fascinating topics. Visit us for one or all of the following discussions.
Dan Ruminski, historian and storyteller, will speak on the White Family who founded White Sewing Machine
Co. and White Motor Corp. Windsor White lived on Halfred Farms in Hunting Valley and his brother Walter lived on Circle W Farm in Chesterland which is now the Hawken School
campus. Tuesday, January 10, 7:00 p.m.
Bill Jackson, local historian, will tell us about Chardon's history and upcoming Bicentennial Celebration. Tuesday, February 14, 7:00 p.m. Bill will have the new book, Images of America series: Chardon and Chardon Township, available for purchase and signing from 6:00 p.m. to 7:00 p.m.
Sandra Mueller will speak on Memories of Crystal Beach Park, Vermilion, Ohio. Sandy is a granddaughter of George and Josephine Blanchat, founders of Crystal Beach Park in 1907. Tuesday, March 13, 7:00 p.m.
Amy Kenneley will present Finding Your Female Ancestors. Amy will give us insight on how to find maiden names to help in your research.
Tuesday, April 10, 7:00 p.m.
Let's Go Digging for Buried Treasures.
Judy Davison will tell of her methods, strategies, resources and tools she used in her 18-year long treasure hunt and the "genealogy gems" she uncovered along the way.
Tuesday, May 8, 7:00m p.m.
Take a Field Trip to South Newbury Union Chapel
with historical information provided by Michael Fath. Carpooling from Chardon Library will be necessary as parking is very
limited. Wednesday, June 13, 7:00 p.m.
Please note change of day for this outing.
Genealogy
AARP Tax Assistance
AARP FREE Tax Assistance is available at the Bainbridge Library. You need to call your local library to
schedule an appointment.
Bring with you:
1) a copy of your 2010 tax returns;
2) all 2011 tax forms that you have received;
3) proof of identity, and
4) your social security card.
Chardon 440-285-7601
Tuesdays,
February 7 through April 10
Wednesdays,
February 1 through April 11
Call for an Appointment
9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
schedule an appointment.
Bring with you:
1) a copy of your 2010 tax returns;
2) all 2011 tax forms that you have received;
3) proof of identity, and
4) your social security card.
Chardon 440-285-7601
Tuesdays,
February 7 through April 10
Wednesdays,
February 1 through April 11
Call for an Appointment
9:30 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.
Business Startup Series
Presented by Susan Swartzwelder, President and owner of The OPS Network, LLC Call 440-285-7601 to register
Thinking of starting a business?
Are you cut out to be in business for yourself? Only you can answer that question. This class will help you get honest with yourself and understand what it really means to be an entrepreneur. It is a starting point for anyone thinking of starting a business or becoming an independent consultant. Bring paper, pencil and an open mind!
January 28, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Chardon Library
Research for business startups
Ever wonder how to do market research for a business startup? What does it mean to get market validation? This class takes you through the process of researching your market and creating a strategy for confirming that there is a real market for your goods and services.
February 25, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Chardon Library
A Reason for Business
As a business owner, you need to know the answers to two very fundamental questions: #1 - Why are you in business? And #2 - Why should anyone care? This class takes a fresh approach to understanding how customers see your business and suggests a better way to get inside their heads. It forces you to answer the “why” so you can build business around it. Answer “why” and the business comes naturally.
March 24, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Chardon Library
Presented by Susan Swartzwelder, President and owner of The OPS Network, LLC Call 440-285-7601 to register
Thinking of starting a business?
Are you cut out to be in business for yourself? Only you can answer that question. This class will help you get honest with yourself and understand what it really means to be an entrepreneur. It is a starting point for anyone thinking of starting a business or becoming an independent consultant. Bring paper, pencil and an open mind!
January 28, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Chardon Library
Research for business startups
Ever wonder how to do market research for a business startup? What does it mean to get market validation? This class takes you through the process of researching your market and creating a strategy for confirming that there is a real market for your goods and services.
February 25, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Chardon Library
A Reason for Business
As a business owner, you need to know the answers to two very fundamental questions: #1 - Why are you in business? And #2 - Why should anyone care? This class takes a fresh approach to understanding how customers see your business and suggests a better way to get inside their heads. It forces you to answer the “why” so you can build business around it. Answer “why” and the business comes naturally.
March 24, 10:00 a.m. - 11:30 a.m. Chardon Library