Geauga Happenings

August 11, 2022 by Staff Report

Rockin’ With Resources

Aug. 11, 4-7 p.m.

Join in celebrating sobriety and learn about Geauga County’s resources at the second annual Rockin’ with Resources. The New Leaf program is hosting the family fun community resource fair on Chardon Square. The fair includes the New Leaf Program graduation, music, food and resource tables.

Dem’s Women’s Caucus Fundraiser

Aug. 12, 6-8 p.m.

Geauga County Democratic Women’s Caucus is hosting a wine and cheese fundraiser for Matt Kilboy, candidate in the Congressional 14th District race.

Tickets are $15 per person and include first glass of wine. Beer and non-alcoholic beverages will be available.

The event will take place at the Geauga Democratic Headquarters, 12420 Kinsman Road, Newbury Township.

For more information or to RSVP, email gcdwomenscaucus@gmail.com.

NEOCAG Meeting

Aug. 13, 9:15 a.m.

The NorthEast Ohio Computer-Aided Genealogy Society will hold its monthly meeting online via Zoom. The meeting opens at 9:15 a.m., with the presentation beginning at 9:45 a.m.

Speaker Carol Darrow will present “Why Did They Do What They Did? Social and Cultural Influences on Our Ancestors.”

For more information and to register, visit neocag.net or email webmaster@neocag.net.

Chardon Brewfest

Aug. 13, noon to 5 p.m.

Chardon Brewfest returns to historic Chardon Square, where 25 brewers from Ohio and surrounding states will provide samples of over 50 beers. The event also features live music all day and five local food vendors.

Tickets are $40 in advance, or $45 day of event, and include 15 tastings and a tasting glass. Designated driver ticket includes the tasting glass and soft drinks.

Visit Eventbrite.com for tickets.

Ice Cream with Geauga Dems

Aug. 13, 12-4 p.m.

The Geauga Democratic Party will host a free event, rain or shine, at the party headquarters located at 12420 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township. Enjoy an ice cream sundae, talk with like-minded individuals and learn about the Democratic candidates. Kids are welcome.

DTJ Harvest Day Festival

Aug. 14, 11 a.m.

DTJ Taborville’s 88th annual Harvest Day Festival will be held at Taborville located at the corner of Bartholomew and Quinn roads in Auburn Township.

The parade starts at 2 p.m. and Czech foods will be served beginning at 11 a.m. Music will begin at 12:30 p.m. Scheduled to perform are Sokol Greater Cleveland Concert Band, Anthony Culkar and Frank Moravick Orchestra.

Czech beer will be available at the bar. T-shirts and other Czech items will also be for sale.

There is a $5 donation at the gate for those over 12. Bring lawn chairs or blankets. No coolers or pets permitted.

For more information, call 440-543-8494.

VFW Wednesday Dinners

Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m.

Chardon VFW Post 6519 will serve baked chicken breasts and stuffing with gravy for dinner every Wednesday in August. Cost is $8. Open to the public, the post is located at 752 Water St.

Kiwanis Summer Concert Series

Aug. 17, 7-9 p.m.

The Kiwanis Club of West Geauga continues its summer concert series at the Chester Township Park gazebo with Jenny Créme, a band made up of Chesterland natives covering a wide variety of artists from the ‘80s and ’90s.

Donations from the public are welcome and may be sent to WG Kiwanis, PO Box 553, Chesterland OH 44026.

Visit www.wgkiwanis.org to view the summer concert schedule.

Community Policy Discussion

Aug. 18, 7-8 p.m.

Geauga Bipartisan Advancements, a small nonprofit that seeks to bring Geauga County residents of all political leanings together for civil discussion, is hosting a community discussion on abortion policy and firearm policy.

All Geauga residents are encouraged to attend the constructive community meeting at the Geauga West Library, 13455 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township.

For more information and to register, visit www.gbageauga.org.

CV Herb Society Meets

Aug. 19, 12:30 p.m.

The Chagrin Valley Herb Society will meet at the Bainbridge Library 17222 Snyder Road. The meeting will be an outside potluck, weather permitting. Bring a chair and favorite herb recipes for a recipe exchange. Consider donating to complete the new garden.

To RSVP, email chagrinvalleyherbsociety@gmail.com. Visit chagrinvalleyherbsociety.org to learn more about the organization.

American Legion Chicken BBQ

Aug. 20, 5-7 p.m.

Newbury American Legion Post 663 is hosting its annual Texas style chicken barbecue at the Hunter Pavilion located at 11008 Kinsman Road, Newbury. Tickets are $12 in advance or $15 at the door.

For more information, call or text Ken, 440-635-6536.

Twilight Soiree

Aug. 20, 5:30-9 p.m.

Tickets are on sale for The Foundation for Geauga Parks’ signature event, Twilight Soiree, at Veterans Legacy Woods in Newbury Township.

The indoor/outdoor celebration of Geauga County’s parks and preserves features catered food, beverages, live music by Thorne Musica, live and silent auctions, night sky viewing and Best of Geauga raffle and more.

Proceeds benefit Foundation programs.

For more information, or to purchase tickets and sponsorships, call 440-564-1048 or visit www.foundationforgeaugaparks.org.

Chicken BBQ and Car Show

Aug. 21, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.

SS Edward and Lucy Parish will host its 13th annual Chicken Barbecue and Car Show, rain or shine, at 16150 Center St. in Parkman. Event features classic cars and trucks, Chinese auction, raffles, bingo, DJ Cory and family horse racing.

Tickets for the barbecue chicken dinner are $14 for adults and $6 for children 10 and under.

Donation of $10 is requested for car show entries. Goodie bags and dash plaques will be given for the first 100 cars. Three prizes will be awarded and door prizes will be awarded every 15 minutes.

Call 440-548-3812 or visit ssedwardlucy.com for information.

Bainbridge CUCC Flea Market

Aug. 27, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Bainbridge Community UCC is hosting a flea market at the church located at 17751 Chillicothe Road, Bainbridge Township. Setup is at 8 a.m.

Reserve an indoor 8-foot table for $25 or an outdoor 8-foot table for $15.

To reserve a table, email allard.sandra9@gmail.com; provide name and phone number in request.

Bainbridge Rox

Aug. 27, noon to 10 p.m.

Bainbridge Civic Club is hosting its annual Bainbridge Rox at Centerville Mills Park, 8558 Crackel Road in Bainbridge Township. Admission and parking are free.

The event features live music, ox roast, children’s entertainment area, food trucks, beer tent, mud volleyball tournament, Texas Hold’em tournament and an exhibitor area for local artisans and businesses.

Proceeds benefit student scholarships, Bainbridge Food for Friends food pantry and other philanthropic donations to community programs.

For more information, visit www.TheCivicClub.org.

EAA Flying Start Program

Aug. 28, 1 p.m.

Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) Chapter 5 is hosting a Flying Start informational program on learning to fly in Hangar 3 of the Geauga County Airport, 15421 Old State Road in Middlefield. The event will cover the steps and requirements in learning to fly, provide tips on how to make it economical and will culminate in a free introductory flight. The program is open to adults 18 and older

Pre-register at www.flyingstart.org.

For more information, contact Sherry Niederkorn at 440-477-1198.