Geauga Happenings
Dorothy’s Porch, a free community giveaway of bedding, pillows, toys, stuffed animals, clothing for the family, household items and Christmas decorations...
Dorothy’s Porch Giveaway
Dec. 5 and 6, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Dorothy’s Porch, a free community giveaway of bedding, pillows, toys, stuffed animals, clothing for the family, household items and Christmas decorations, will be held at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road in Chardon.
First CCC Cookie Walk
Dec. 7, 9-11 a.m.
The 24th annual cookie walk will be held at the First Congregational Church of Claridon, 13942 Mayfield Road. A wide assortment of home-baked holiday cookies will be offered at $8 per pound; boxes provided. Come early for the best selection.
Breakfast with the Clauses
Dec. 7
Munson Township’s annual Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus takes place at the Munson Township Hall, 12210 Auburn Road. Pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee will be served.
Pictures with Santa will be available on a jump drive, with proceeds going to Boy Scout Troop 91. New this year is cookie decorating.
Sign-up forms may be downloaded at munsontwp.com or picked up at the township office between 9 a.m. and 3 p.m. Monday through Friday. Advance registration is required. For more information, call 440-286-9255.
FGP Explorers Series
Dec. 7, 10 a.m. to noon
Join Foundation for a “Ridges and Ravines” hike at Big Creek Park, 9160 Robinson Road in Chardon.
For information or to register, visit foundationforgeaugaparks.org or call 440-564-1048.
St. Luke’s Cookie Walk
Dec. 7, 9 a.m. to 12 a.m.
St. Luke Episcopal Church, 11519 Wilson Mills Road in Chardon, is hosting its annual cookie walk. Walk along tables of delectable homemade holiday treats and pay by the pound. For more information, call 440-279-4022, or email stlukechardon@yahoo.com.
Festival of Trees
Dec. 7, 8, 14 and 15, 12-6 p.m.
The Middlefield Historical Society will present a Festival of Trees at the historic Century Inn, 14979 S. State Ave. There will be many beautifully decorated Christmas trees to admire. Admission is free. For more information, call 440-632-1148.
VFW Wednesday Dinners
Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m.
Chardon VFW Post 6519 will serve spaghetti with meatballs dinners every Wednesday in December at the canteen located at 752 Water St. The public is welcome. Call 440-285-3699 for carryout orders.
Geauga PERI Meets
Dec. 11, 11 a.m.
The Geauga County Public Employee Retirees Chapter 86 will meet for its Christmas lunch at St. Mary Banquet Hall, Chardon. Lunch is at 11:30 a.m. Free Harmony will be performing. Call 440-226-4491 to RSVP by Dec. 6.
Woodland Wednesdays
Dec. 11, 6-7:30 p.m.
Join Woodland Wednesdays for “Spread Awareness, Not the Bug” in a virtual presentation. Featured speaker Terri Nagao, plant health safeguarding specialist with the USDA, will highlight three species of invasive plant pests that threaten ecosystems and landscapes.
The program is free, but registration is required; visit geaugaswcd.com or call Sean at 330-637-2056 ext. 8625.
CPC Crafters
Dec. 12, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
Join CPC Crafters to make a light-up box at Christ Presbyterian Church, 12419 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township. RSVP to 440-729-1688. All are welcome.
Joy to the World Concert
Dec. 12, 7 p.m.
Snowbelt Symphony Orchestra presents “Joy to the World” featuring vocalist Emily Stack and conductor Greg Hillis at Lake Catholic High School. Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for students. Visit snowbeltmusical.org or call 440-296-9610.
Young of Heart
Dec. 13, noon
Geauga Young of Heart will be going to see a movie at the Aurora Atlas Movie Theater. Call Kimber at 440-668-3293 for more information.
The next meeting is Jan. 3.
LGRC Breakfast with Santa
Dec. 14, 8-11 a.m.
Bring the family to Lake-Geauga Recovery Centers Alumni Association’s Breakfast with Santa at First Church Congregational Church, 22 Liberty St. in Painesville. Each child receives a gift from Santa.
For information, visit www.lgrc.us.
Winter Remembrance
Dec. 14, 1 p.m.
Families may join for a special holiday remembrance event at Gattozzi & Son Funeral Home, 12524 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Bring a unique ornament to represent one’s loved one. Light refreshments will be served from 12-1 p.m. followed by the service at 1 p.m.
Call 440-729-1906 to RSVP by Dec. 5
Cookies with Santa
Dec. 14, 2-4 p.m.
American Legion Post 459 Burton-Middlefield is hosting Cookies with Santa at the post located at 14052 Goodwin St. in Burton. For information, visit btoburton.org
St. Luke’s Play and Dinner
Dec. 15, 4 p.m.
St. Luke Episcopal Church presents Charles Shultz’s “A Charlie Brown Christmas” and dinner. The church is located at 11519 Wilson Mills Road in Chardon.
Call 440-279-4022 to register by Dec. 9.
Seeking Christmas Eve Singers
St. Luke Episcopal Church in Chardon is looking for singers for its 4 p.m. Christmas Eve service. For information, call 440-279-4022 or email mccannchris11@gmail.com.
Gentle Yoga at Chardon UMC
Wednesdays, 10-11:15 a.m.
Join for a gentle, progressive style of yoga suitable for all ages and body types at the Chardon United Methodist Church, 515 North St. No experience is needed.
Bring a yoga mat and light blanket and wear comfortable clothing.
For more information, call the office at 440-285-4581.
