Geauga Happenings
The Geauga Democratic Party will hold drive-thru events to collect signatures on the petitions to restore women’s reproductive rights in Ohio...
Geauga Dems Collect Signatures
April 13 and 15
The Geauga Democratic Party will hold drive-thru events to collect signatures on the petitions to restore women’s reproductive rights in Ohio. Stop by party headquarters at 12420 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township on Thursday from 4-8 p.m. or Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Beekeepers Association Meets
April 13, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Join the Geauga County Beekeepers Association for a free presentation by Barb Bloetscher, the Ohio State apiarist, to learn about “What Happens When the County Bee Inspector Shows Up.” The club meeting will be held at Munson Town Hall, 12210 Auburn Road. Membership is not necessary to attend meetings.
For more information, call 216-800-7217 or visit www.geaugacountybeekeepers.org
FOW Night at the Races
April 15, 6-9 p.m.
Friends of WomenSafe is hosting its first annual Night at the Race at Centerville Mills, 8558 Cracker Road, Bainbridge Township.
Tickets are $40 each and include dinner and entry into the event. Tickets are limited; visit www.friendsofwomensafe.com or call 440-285-3741 for more information.
KOC Pancake Breakfast
April 16, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The Knights of Columbus Council 15942 will host an all-you-can-eat pancake breakfast with sausage, bacon and eggs at St. Mary Church, 401 North St., Chardon.
Cost is $10 for adults, $8 for seniors and $5 for children 6-12 years.
VFW Wednesday Dinners
Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m.
Chardon VFW Post 6519 will serve chicken enchiladas with Spanish rice every Wednesday in April at the post located at 752 Water St. Donation is $9. The public is welcome.
Veterans Resource Fair
April 19, 3-6 p.m.
Geauga County Veteran Services is hosting a Veterans Resource Fair in room 168 of the new Geauga County Offices, 12611 Ravenwood Drive in Chardon.
Speak with a Veterans Affairs representative about a VA claim, obtain a Geauga County veterans ID card, receive a biometric screening from University Hospitals Geauga, learn about the new VA Promise to Address Comprehensive Toxins (PACT) Act and conditions that are covered and much more.
To register by April 14, call 440-279-1860 or email Geaugavet@CO.GEAUGA.OH.US
Taste of Leadership
April 20, 5:30–7:30 p.m.
Join Leadership Geauga for its annual Signature Adult Program recruitment event at Lowe’s Greenhouse in Bainbridge Township. The evening will consist of Leadership Geauga alumni, board members and staff mingling with potential members for the class of 2024.
The event is free and open to the public for those interested in learning more about Leadership Geauga. A short presentation will take place at 6:15 p.m.
To register, call 440-286-8115 or visit www.leadershipgeauga.org.
Trash and Treasure Sale
April 21 and 22
Parkman Congregational Church is hosting its annual rummage sale on Friday from 9 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. The church is located at 18265 Madison Road in Parkman.
Grange Rummage Sale
April 22, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Huntsburg Grange is hosting a rummage sale and open house at Huntsburg Town Hall, 16534 Mayfield Road. Questions? Call 440-477-2822.
Gardening 101
April 22, 10 a.m. to noon
Geauga County Master Gardener Volunteers’ free Gardening 101 series continues with “Working the Garden” in the Patterson Center at the Geauga County Extension Office, 14269 Claridon-Troy Road, Burton. Master gardener Karen Wright will guide attendees in making smart choices early to minimize maintenance down the road. Watering, mulching, weeding, disease and pest management will be covered.
Registration is not required but is appreciated. Contact Wendy Ward at 440-834-4656 or email ward.714@osu.edu.
OPERS Retirees Meet
April 26, 11 a.m.
The Geauga County Public Employee Retirees, Inc. (PERI) 86 will meet at St. Mary’s Banquet Hall in Chardon. Guest speaker is Geauga County Auditor Chuck Walter.
Call Mary Hedrick at 440-479-1952 to RSVP by April 21. Cost of lunch is $14. Yearly dues are $5.
Trinkets and Treasures Sale
April 26-29
The Federated Church of Chagrin Falls will hold its annual Trinkets and Treasures sale at the Family Life Center, 16349 Chillicothe Road in Bainbridge Township.
Hours are 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. April 27 and 28, and 9 a.m. to noon April 29, half price and bag day.
Shop the “First Opportunity to Buy” event on April 26 from 5:30-8 p.m. Admission is $10 on Wednesday only.
Call 440-247-6490 or visit www.FedChurch.org for more information.
Red Wagon Spring Luncheon
May 6, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Christ Child Society of Geauga County is holding its 30th annual Red Wagon Spring Luncheon and Chinese auction at St. Noel Banquet Center in Willoughby Hills. Guest emcee is Jen Harcher, Channel 8 meteorologist.
The event supports the many programs and activities of the Society that has served at risk children in Geauga for over 40 years.
Tickets are $50 per person. Email Jeanette Bussoletti at jbussoletti@yahoo.com or call 216-401-8190 for more information and reservations.
