News and Events

"New Moon" Screening!

Don't miss the screening of "New Moon" on Tuesday, March 23 starting at 6:00 pm! We'll have refreshments a werewolf would love, games, and prizes. Bring your knowledge of the Library and win "New Moon" themed goodies. Limited reserved seat tickets are available; check out 10 YA novels and bring your receipts to the Adult Reference desk for your ticket and to get first dibs on a poster. All events will take place in the James R. Garfield Room at the Main Library. No registration required; for more info call 440.255.8811.

Find Help in Tough Times

Looking for help during these tough economic times? The State Library of Ohio understands that this is a challenging time for all residents of our great state. This one-stop Find Help in Tough Times center provides help in finding important information and resources. Each area contains a list of links to online resources. The Find Help in Tough Times center will grow as we continue to add valuable resources and information.

Yoga - Basic Floor Exercises

Learn basic yoga techniques to help restore physical and emotional well being on Thursday, March 11 at 7:00 pm. Tammy Price, Licensed Massage Therapist and Certified Yoga Instructor, will lead the program. Bring a mat or beach towel, as exercises in this class will be done on the floor. Please arrive on time so as not to disturb the tranquil environment. Register online or call 440.255.8811.

Garfield Winter Lunch Series

Our Garfield Winter Lunch Series continues on Thursday, March 18 at 12:00 pm with "The Presidency of James A. Garfield; The First 120 Days." President Garfield's first four months in office find him swamped with office-seekers and political battles. Many critics believe he isn't equal to the task. One disappointed office-seeker buys a gun and begins stalking the besieged President. Presented by David Lintern, Volunteer Interpreter at the James A. Garfield National Historic Site. Register online or call 440.255.8811.

Spring Into Gardening - Trees & Shrubs for the Home Landscape

Saturday afternoon gardening classes presented by Ohio State University Extension Master Gardeners Volunteers continue on March 20 at 2:00 pm. Overwhelmed by the many choices? Understand the factors to be considered when making selections for your yard, plus learn proper planting techniques for successful results. Free and open to the public, registration is requested. Register online or call 440.255.8811.

Keeping Score: Accounting Concepts for the Non-Accountant

Learn how QuickBooks fits into financing and bookkeeping. Presented by Scott Gregory, CPA/CITP, BottomLine Accounting Solutions and Allen Weaver, Director of the Ohio Small Business Development Center at the Lake County Port Authority. Free and open to the public, registration is requested. Register online or call 440.255.8811.

Welcome to Trustee Nancy Grendze!

Mentor Public Library is pleased to welcome Nancy Grendze as our newest Trustee. Nancy is a longtime patron and fills a vacancy left by David Roberts, who retired last December after 23 years. Nancy’s professional experience includes serving as public relations/volunteer service director and residential manager for the Lake County Board of Mental Retardation and Developmental Disabilities; Clerk of Courts and Mental Health Court Director for the Mentor Municipal Court; and private mediator for Another Way Mediation. She is a graduate of Leadership Lake County, is an active member of the Women’s Leadership Initiative, and is a member of the Lake County Homeland Security Committee. She is a devoted library patron. We are lucky to have her on board!