Geauga Happenings
Dorothy’s Porch, a free community giveaway of clothing, bedding, household items, books and toys, will be held at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road in Chardon...
Dorothy’s Porch Giveaway
June 1 and 2, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Dorothy’s Porch, a free community giveaway of clothing, bedding, household items, books and toys, will be held at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road in Chardon.
Pancakes and Airplanes
June 3, 8 a.m. to noon
Chapter 5 of the Experimental Aircraft Association (EAA) will host its 13th annual youth event including a pancake breakfast and Young Eagles Airplane rides at Classic Jet Center at Lake County Executive Airport 1969 Lost Nation Road, Willoughby.
Pilots will offer free flights to kids ages 8-17; parental permission is required. Register at youngeaglesday.org.
There will also be hands-on youth stations with a variety of activities.
For more information, call 440-321-9036.
Chardon Flea Market
June 3, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The 32nd annual Chardon Flea Market will be held rain or shine on Chardon Square. There will be over 100 vendors selling antiques, collectibles, produce, plants, homemade items and more.
For information, visit chardonsquareassociation.org or call 440-635-0698.
Geauga Outreach Day
June 3, 12-6 p.m.
Geauga Faith Coalition is hosting a community outreach day on Burton Square. Admission is free. Event includes free resources, food, volleyball, cornhole tournament with prizes, children’s activities and more.
Birthright Geauga, Geauga Faith Rescue Mission, United Worship and Livingroom House of Prayer will be in attendance.
For information, call 440-313-2555.
Intro To Square Dancing
June 4, 2:30-4:30 p.m.
Join for a free introduction to square dancing at 10222 Bundysburg Road in Middlefield. For more information, call 440-632-1074 or email rlmarsch@windstream.net.
Geauga Skywatchers Club
June 5, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Join Geauga Skywatchers Club for a presentation given by the International Women’s Air and Space Museum at Burton Public Library. Visit www.burtonlibrary.org or call 440-834-4466 to register.
FGP Explorers Series
June 10, 10 a.m. to noon
Join Foundation for Geauga Parks for a brook trout outing at Spring Brook State Nature Preserve, Cleveland Museum of Natural History. Geauga Park District biologist Paul Pira along with retired naturalist Dan Best will share the conservation story behind the protection of this natural treasure. Meet in Bass Lake Preserve parking area, 1445 Lakeview Road in Munson Township
For information or to register, visit foundationforgeaugaparks.org or call 440-564-1048.
Buckeye Road Reunion Picnic
June 11, 12-6 p.m.
The Hungarian Cultural Center of Northeastern Ohio will co-host its Buckeye Road Nationalities Reunion Picnic at the club grounds located at 12027 Abbott Road, Hiram. Admission is $5, youth under 12 are free.
Caveman Crawl
June 11, 7-11 a.m.
The Foundation for Geauga Parks presents the 12th annual Caveman Crawl at The West Woods in Russell Township.
The 5K trail run and 1-mile fun walk is a heart-pumping, costume-wearing, all-ages athletic event popular with competitive and casual runners, families and local nature lovers.
Registration begins at 7 a.m. There is a costume contest at 8:30 a.m. The race steps off at 9 a.m.
Call 440-564-1048 with any questions.
Concert On The Square
June 13, 7 p.m.
Thompson Township begins its free summer concert series on the square with the Chardon Polka Band. In the event of rain, the concert will be relocated to the Thompson United Methodist Church gym.
Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Well-behaved pets are welcome.
Refreshments will be available. For information, call Audrey Kerr, 440-862-0043, or Pat Downing, 440-968-3558.
GOP Flag Day Dinner
June 14, 5:30-8 p.m.
The Geauga County Republican Party is hosting its 2023 Flag Day dinner event at Claridon Woodlands Park, 11383 Claridon Troy Road. Special guest is Attorney General Dave Yost. The event invitation and more information may be found at www.GeaugaGOP.com/events.
The event is by reservation only, no walk-ins. RSVP by June 6 or call 440-253-9677 with questions.
Purses and Pastries
June 17, 12-3 p.m.
Friends of WomenSafe will hold its eighth annual Purses and Pastries party at the Munson Township Hall, 12210 Auburn Road. Guests will enjoy brunch, a designer purse raffle, Bingo, purse exchange and more.
Bring a new or gently used purse with a wrapped $5 gift inside to participate in the purse exchange.
Cost is $30 for adults. Purchase a super ticket for $50 to receive three Bingo cards and 15 raffle tickets with admission.
Register online at www.friendsofwomensafe.com or call 440-285-3741 by June 7.
