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BOOKCLUBS, PROGRAMS, MAKERSPACE, STUDY ROOMS, AND MORE.
 
YOU'RE INVITED
 
Makerspace logo. Grand open house. Saturday, october 3. drop in anytime from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. all ages welcome. Activities. Demonstrations. Prizes. All Ages Welcome.
SATURDAY, OCT. 3 • 10 A.M.–1 P.M.
Explore the updated Makerspace, try hands-on activities, and discover the creative tools, technology, and resources available to the community. 
 
New Playgroup.
 
Two mothers and babies playing with toys.
MONDAY, SEPT. 28 • 11 A.M.–12 P.M.
Families with children ages 1–3 who have developmental concerns or who are receiving Early Intervention services are invited to join us for this welcoming, drop-in playgroup. Open to all families, regardless of library cardholder status or place of residence.
 
You Matter. Suicide Prevention Month.
 
September is suicide prevention month. You matter. Your community is here for you. 988 Suicide and crisis lifeline. Click here to learn more.
Geneva Public Library District is proud to share our annual “YOU MATTER” campaign to raise awareness about suicide prevention this September.
 
Visit gpld.org for mental health resources or stop by the Library to see our Messages of Hope display in the lobby. Anyone who needs it can take a Message of Hope or contribute one for others. Remember, help is available to you no matter where you are.
 
Local Resouces
The Trevor Project logo.
The Trevor Project is the nation's leading provider of crisis counseling and suicide intervention for LGBTQIA+ youth. They also offer peer support through their online community, TrevorSpace, and education for parents, educators, coaches, and allies on LGBTQIA+ identities, the unique challenges they face, and how to support LGBTQIA+ youth in their lives.
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Wellness Tip
 
September is suicide prevention month. wellness tip of the week. Cultivate gratitude. Regularly take time to reflect on what you're thankful for. Keeping a gratitude journal can help shift focus to the positive aspects of life.Geneva Public Library District logo.
Harvest
 
by Eileen Garvin
Bumblebee Season by Eileen Garvin
From Eileen Garvin, nationally bestselling author of The Music of Bees and Crow Talk, a heartwarming new story that returns to the vibrant world of beekeeping in a small Oregon town.
 
by Joshua McFadden with Martha Holmberg
Six Seasons of Pasta by Joshua McFadden with Martha Holmberg.
Joshua McFadden teaches home cooks how to use store-bought dried pasta to create seasonal, restaurant-quality dishes at home.
 
by Ken Haedrich
Dinner Pies by Ken Haedrich.
Author and savory pie expert Ken Haedrich takes you on a global tour of dinner pies from food cultures worldwide.
 
by Joyce Goldstein
Jame Session by Joyce Goldstein.
A handbook for fruit preserving, with 75 basic and special recipes for jams, jellies, chutneys, and compotes, by chef emeritus and master preserver Joyce Goldstein.
 
by Laura Dave
Eight Hundred Grapes by Laura Dave.
Set in Sonoma's wine country, Eight Hundred Grapes is a novel about love, marriage, family, wine, and the treacherous terrain in which they all intersect.
 
by Nigel Slater
Greenfeast by Nigel Slater.
110 vegetarian autumn and winter recipes that provide quick, easy, and filling plant-based suppers while paying homage to the seasons.
 
 
Browse more Harvest recommendations.
 
Explore, Learn, and Connect.
 
Misty River Music Makers performing at a concert.
SUNDAY, SEPT. 27 • 2–3 P.M.
MONDAY, SEPT. 28 • 7–8 P.M.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 29 • 6–7 P.M.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 30 • 1:30–2:30 P.M.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 30 • 6:30–7:30 P.M.
FRIDAY, OCT. 2 • 10–11:30 A.M.
SATURDAY, OCT. 3 • 2–3 P.M.
 
First Friday
 
Green snake.
FRIDAY, OCT. 2 • 4–5 P.M.
Get up close and personal with Dave DiNaso's amphibian and reptile friends!
 
Just for teens.
 
Girl celebrating in front of her laptop.
MONDAY, SEPT. 28 • 6:30–7:30 P.M.
THURSDAY, OCT. 1 • 4:30–5:30 P.M.
FRIDAY, OCT. 2 • 3–4 P.M.
 
Explore, Learn, and Connect.
 
Seated participants writing in notebooks.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 26 • 1:30–3:30 P.M.
TUESDAY, SEPT. 29 • 1:30–2:30 P.M.
THURSDAY, OCT. 1 • 10 A.M.–11:30 A.M.
by Sayaka Murata
Convenience Store Woman by Sayaka Murata
All Ages Fun!
 
Children playing super-sized Connect Four.
SATURDAY, SEPT. 26 • 10 A.M.–3 P.M.
Step into a world of larger-than-life fun! Bring the whole family to Giant Game Day!

READ WITH US
FAMILY STORYTIME (ADULTS)
TUESDAY, SEPT. 29 • 4–4:45 P.M.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 30 • 9:30–10 A.M.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 30 • 10:30–11 A.M.
WEDNESDAY, SEPT. 30 • 6:30–7 P.M.
BABY STORYTIME
(BIRTH TO 24 MONTHS W/CAREGIVER)

EXPLORE WITH FRIENDS
MONDAY, SEPT. 28 • 10:30–11:15 A.M.
REFRIGERATOR
ART CLUB (ALL AGES)
FRIDAY, OCT. 2 • 3–5 P.M.
A photo of the front of the library building. Library and Drive Up Hours. Monday through Thursday 9 am to 9 pm. Friday 9 am to 5 pm. Saturday 9 am to 5 pm. Sunday 12 pm to 5 pm.
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