Geauga Happenings
Geauga Young of Heart will meet at St. Anselm Church in Chester Township...
Young of Heart
Aug. 2, 11:30 a.m.
Geauga Young of Heart will meet at St. Anselm Church in Chester Township. Bring a brown bag lunch. Snacks and beverages are provided. Linda O’Brien will give a historical presentation about Liberty Camp USA.
The group will see a movie at the Atlas Movie Theater in Aurora on Aug. 13.
A trip to the Ark Encounter and the Creation Museum has been planned for Oct. 13-15. Also included is the American Sign Museum and six meals, including the captain’s dinner cruise aboard the BB Riverboat.
For more information on the trips, call Kimber at 440-668-3293.
Benefit Auction
Aug. 2, 4:30 p.m.
The annual benefit auction for the Middlefield Care Center Amish birthing center will be held at Heritage Marketplace, 15848 Nauvoo Road, Middlefield. The event includes live and silent auctions, raffle tickets, bake sale, food stand and a quilt auction at 7 p.m. Donations are needed and appreciated.
Concert in the Park
Aug. 2, 7-9 p.m.
City of Chardon hosts its free summer concert series featuring Abbey Rodeo at the bandstand on Chardon Square, weather permitting. Visit www.chardon.cc for information.
Back in Time Power Show
Aug. 3 and 4, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Step back in time to view all types of historic equipment at Century Village Museum, 14653 E. Park St. in Burton. The event includes daily parades, threshing, food, vendors, historic homes and live demonstrations.
Fortify Geauga Social
Aug. 3, 6:30 p.m.
Fortify Geauga will meet for a panel discussion of the pending issue regarding redistricting in the state of Ohio. For information and to register, visit www.fortifygeauga.org.
CSA Arts Festival
Aug. 4, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Chardon Square Association is sponsoring its 43rd annual Arts Festival on historic Chardon Square. The outdoor show features 100 juried artists. Admission and parking are free.
Get Down with the Town
Aug. 4, 5-7 p.m.
Claridon Township’s “Get Down with the Town” community gathering will be held at Claridon Recreation Park. Join for an evening of music, community, games and food.
Boots, Barrels & Glitz
Aug. 5, 5:30-9:30 p.m.
Friends of WomenSafe is sponsoring the second annual Boots, Barrels & Glitz event at The Basil Place, 13271 Bass Lake Road, Chardon.
Purchase tickets at friendsofwomensafe.org or call 440-285-3741. Proceeds will be used to increase awareness of domestic violence and the support services provided by WomenSafe, Inc.
Geauga Skywatchers
Aug. 5, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Join Geauga Skywatchers Club for the Summer Triangle at the Bainbridge Library. Learn about the huge collection of amazing sights that includes the Milky Way, black holes and more. To register, visit www.geaugalibrary.net.
GCRTA Summer Potluck
Aug. 6, 11:15 a.m.
The Geauga County Retired Teachers Association will hold its summer potluck get-together at the Bond Activity Center at Century Village, 14653 E. Park St., Burton.
Bring a dish to share, table service and beverage. Pat and Eileen Cataldo will provide pulled pork sandwiches.
GCRTA education grant winners will briefly explain how they used the funds in their classrooms. A 50/50 raffle will follow the program.
RSVP to Jean Paine, 440-823-4019, or Cheryl Sekura, 440-223-8711, by Aug. 1.
Bring paper products or canned goods for the local food banks and school supplies or a check for Geauga Jobs and Family Services’ Help Me Learn Day.
Chardon Brewfest
Aug. 10, 12-5 p.m.
BrewFest returns to Chardon Square, where more than 25 local brewers will provide samples of over 50 beers. The event also features live music all day and food.
General admission is $45 and includes 15 tastings and a tasting glass. The $15 designated driver ticket includes complimentary soft drinks.
Visit bit.ly/chardonbrewfest2024 for tickets.
Development Circle
Aug 10, 12-1:30 p.m.
Join a development circle at Buton Public Library. All levels of experience are welcome. Contact Rev. Jenni Vinecourt with any questions at 440-832-0911.
Raccoon County Music Festival
Aug. 10, 12-6 p.m.
The 47th annual Raccoon County Music Festival will be held at the Geauga County Historical Society’s Century Village Museum, 14653 East Park St. in Burton. Gates open at 10 a.m.
The fundraising concert features live music all day, an open jam session at 7 p.m., a variety of food and drinks for purchase and more. Historical village buildings and the Crossroads Store will be open for visits and tours.
Tickets are $15 for adults; $10 for children ages 6-12; and free for children 5 and under.
For up-to-date information, call 440-834-1492.
FGP Explorers Series
Aug. 10, 7-9 p.m.
Join Foundation for Geauga Parks for “Singing Insects and Nature’s Evening Music” at Orchard Hills Park, 11340 Caves Road, Chester Township.
For information or to register, visit foundationforgeaugaparks.org or call 440-564-1048.
Chardon VFW Rummage Sale
Aug. 16 and 17, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Chardon VFW Post 6519 Auxiliary will hold its annual rummage and bake sale at the post located at 752 Water St. in Chardon. New this year is a 50/50 raffle.
To donate items, drop them off at the post on Aug. 14 or 15. No clothing, large furniture or TVs will be accepted. Call 440-667-6652 with any questions.
Paws for Friendship
Aug. 18, 3-5 p.m.
Silver Skillet and The Miniature Cellar presents the third Paws for Friendship, a fundraiser for the Geauga County Dog Warden, at 12650 West Geauga Plaza in Chester Township and will feature food, music, a 50-50 raffle and a Chinese auction.
Tickets may be bought in advance at Silver Skillet Café or The Miniature Cellar, both in West Geauga Plaza, or at the door.
Visit the Dog Warden’s Facebook page for a list of needed items; monetary donations will also be accepted.
Help for Mental Illness
NAMI Geauga offers mental health support groups and classes for families and persons affected by mental illness. There is no charge to participants. All offerings are 100% peer led and meet in person or on Zoom.
Check out NAMI’s calendar online for the latest listings: www.namigeauga.org.
Christmas Boutique
Nov. 9, 9 a.m.
St. Anselm Women’s Guild is now accepting vendors for its Christmas Boutique. If interested, contact Shirley Chambers at 216-832-5158 or shirlthewhirl76@yahoo.com.
