Geauga Happenings
City of Chardon concludes its free summer concert series at the bandstand on Chardon Square with Abbey Rodeo...
Concert in the Park
Aug. 11, 7-9 p.m.
City of Chardon concludes its free summer concert series at the bandstand on Chardon Square with Abbey Rodeo, weather permitting. Visit www.chardon.cc for information.
NEOCAG Meeting
Aug. 12, 9:15 a.m.
The NorthEast Ohio Computer-Aided Genealogy Society, Inc. (NEOCAG) monthly meeting will be held online via Zoom.
Genealogist Kate Townsend will present “Stop the Presses! Incorporating Newspaper Records into Your Research.” The presentation begins at 9:45 a.m.
Meetings are open to the public and visitors are always welcome.
For more information and registration, visit www.neocag.net or email webmaster@neocag.net.
Chardon BrewFest
Aug. 12, 12-5 p.m.
BrewFest returns to Chardon Square, where more than 25 local brewers will provide samples of over 50 beers and ales. The event also features live music all day and local food vendors.
Chardon Rotary will hold a 50/50 raffle with all proceeds going to Geauga Hunger Task Force.
General admission is $45 and includes 15 pours and a tasting mug. The $15 designated driver ticket includes tasting mug and soft drinks.
Visit clevescenetickets.com for tickets.
Troy Homecoming Days
Aug. 12 and 13
Troy Homecoming Community Days will be held at Troy Community House and Grounds, 13950 Main Market Road in Burton. The event features live music, truck and tractor pulls, bouncy house, obstacle course, games and more. The parade on Sunday starts at 3 p.m. For a complete schedule, visit troyhomecoming.org.
Gospel Hymn Sing
Aug. 12, 6-8 p.m.
Come sing hymns with a group the second Saturday of every month at New Mercies Community Church, 12767 Butternut Road in Burton. No experience is necessary; all are welcome. For information, call 440-520-6573.
Talk and Tour Tuesdays
Aug. 15, 7 p.m.
Geauga County Historical Society presents its next “Talk and Tour Tuesdays” at Century Village, 14653 E. Park St., Burton. Century Village interpreter Carane Ladd will present “Six Victorian Women of Genius.“
Meet at the Auburn Church for the talk which will be followed by a tour of Hickox Brick. Call 440-834-1492 for more information.
CWC Luncheon
Aug. 16, 11:45 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
Join Christian Women’s Connection for a luncheon at Family Life Center, 16349 Chillicothe Road, Bainbridge Township. The program features Theresa from Avanti Health and Fitness. Speaker Carol Yaniko will present her message, “My Priceless Security Blanket.”
To RSVP by Aug. 11, email cwcchagrin@gmail.com or call/text 440-213-1205.
Kiwanis Summer Concert Series
Aug. 16, 7-9 p.m.
The Kiwanis Club of West Geauga continues its summer concert series at the Chester Township Park gazebo with the Geeze Cats doo-wop band. Visit www.wgkiwanis.org to view the summer concert schedule.
Twilight Soiree
Aug. 18, 5:30-9 p.m.
Tickets are on sale for Foundation for Geauga Parks’ Twilight Soiree at Meadow Ridge Events, 17305 Mayfield Road, Huntsburg Township.
The event features a catered dinner, beverages, live music, and live and silent auctions featuring unique and nature themed experiences.
Proceeds benefit the Foundation’s support of land conservation, park improvements and nature education in Geauga County.
For more information, or to purchase tickets, call 440-564-1048 or visit www.foundationforgeaugaparks.org.
Flea Market on the Greens
Aug. 19, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.
Chesterland Historical Village will host its annual Flea Market On The Village Green featuring treasures galore, flowers, music and food booths. Join in a great time of treasure hunting.Admission is $3 for adults and free for children.
The village is located on the corner of Caves and Mayfield roads in Chester Township.
Chicken Dinner and Car Show
Aug. 20, 11 a.m. to 6 p.m.
Edward and Lucy Parish will host its 14th annual Chicken Dinner and Car Show, rain or shine, at St. Edward Church, 16150 Center St. in Parkman. Event features classic cars and trucks, Chinese auction, raffles, bingo, DJ Cory and kids games. There will be live music from 1-4 p.m.
Tickets are $15 for adults and $7 for children 10 and under.
Early bird ticket sales for the Chinese auction and raffle are available Aug. 19 from 2-6:30 p.m. Drawing will be after 6 p.m. Aug. 20; winner need not be present.
Call 440-548-3812 or visit ssedwardlucy.com for information.
Rockin’ with Resources
Aug. 24, 4-7 p.m.
The Geauga County Court of Common Pleas New Leaf Program and OhioMeansJobs Geauga County will host the community connection event at Chardon Square. Rockin’ with Resources will feature music, food, giveaways and kids activities. Over 30 local community organizations will participate.
Vendor Space Available
Sept. 7-9
St. Mark Lutheran Church Women’s League hosts its annual This and That garage and estate sale at the church located at 11900 Chillicothe in Chester Township.
Dealer and vendor booth space is available at $25. To reserve an 8-foot space, email mail@stmarkchester.org or call Edie at 440-667-5996.
Accessible Legion Fund
The Atwood-Mauck American Legion Post 459 in Burton is raising funds to make the upper hall of the post handicapped accessible and hopes to reach its goal of $100,000 by the end of the year. An anonymous donor has come forward who will match any donations made now through the end of September, up to $10,000.
Please make checks payable to The Accessible Legion Fund and mail to PO Box 467, Burton, OH 44021-0467.
Call Jim at 440-477-2956 with any questions or to donate via credit card.
