About Geauga county public library
Geauga County Public Library (GCPL) is a leading public library in Geauga County, Ohio. The library has been serving the community for over 100 years and has become an integral part of the county's cultural and educational landscape. GCPL offers a wide range of resources, including books, programs, genealogical research materials, and digital content that can be accessed from anywhere.
The library system consists of six branches located throughout Geauga County: Bainbridge Branch Library, Chardon Branch Library, Geauga West Branch Library in Chesterland, Middlefield Branch Library, Newbury Station Branch Library in Newbury Township and Thompson Community Center. Each branch offers unique services to meet the needs of its local community.
GCPL's collection includes over 500 thousand items such as books (both print and digital), audiobooks on CD or downloadable format), DVDs/Blu-rays movies & TV shows), music CDs & streaming services like Hoopla Digital or Freegal Music. The library also provides access to online databases such as Ancestry.com for genealogical research purposes.
In addition to its extensive collection of resources available at each branch location or online through their website gcpl.org., GCPL also offers various programs for all ages throughout the year. These programs include storytimes for children; book clubs; author visits; technology classes; job search assistance workshops; health & wellness seminars among others.
One unique feature offered by GCPL is their "Library on Wheels" program which brings books and other materials directly to those who are unable to visit one of their branches due to mobility issues or other reasons. This service is especially helpful for seniors living in assisted living facilities or nursing homes who may not have access to transportation.
GCPL's commitment to providing quality resources extends beyond just physical materials but also into digital content accessible from anywhere with an internet connection. Their website gcpl.org provides access not only to their catalog but also e-books/e-audiobooks through Overdrive/Libby app., streaming movies/tv shows via Hoopla Digital service among others.
Overall GCPL is a valuable resource that serves as a hub for learning and discovery within Geauga County communities. With its vast collection of resources both physical/digital along with innovative programming initiatives like "Library on Wheels," it continues making strides towards becoming more accessible while remaining relevant in today's ever-changing world where information is key!
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