Geauga Happenings
March 6, 2025 by Staff Report

NPower Services hosts a Kindness Sewing Circle at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road in Chardon...

Kindness Sewing Circle

March 7, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

NPower Services hosts a Kindness Sewing Circle at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road in Chardon. The monthly gathering is open to people of all abilities and provides a creative space for participants to craft fabric projects that benefit others in need.

Anyone interested in participating may email Anne Marie Wolfe at

AnneMarie@NPowerServices.com or register online at www.npowerservices.com.

Maple Driving Tour

March 8 and 9, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Maple Producers of Northeast Ohio is hosting the 2025 “How Sweet It Is” self-guided Maple Tour. Maple syrup producers across northeast Ohio will open their sugarhouses to visitors to learn about their operations and see how maple syrup and maple products are made.
For more information, including a complete list of participating producers and a map of locations, visit mpneoh.com.

Burton Library Book Sale

March 8, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Stop by after one of the local pancake breakfasts to shop Burton Public Library’s book sale. Entrance to the book sale is at the back of the building located at 14588 W. Park St.

Polka Dance

March 8, 1-5 p.m.

Open to the public, Val’s Polka Dances and American Legion Post 432 are having a polka dance at 2 Cherry St. in Sharon, Pa. There will be music by the Bob Zolka Band and ethnic foods from Catering by Carol. For more information, call 330-318-3004.

Genealogical Society Meets

March 11, 7 p.m.

Susan Cannavino will present “Dorothy Fuldheim: Cleveland Radio Pioneer and Personality” via Zoom at the next meeting of the Geauga County Genealogical Society.

The program will begin after the short meeting. Registration is required; visit www.gcgsoh.org.

VFW Wednesday Dinners

Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m.

Chardon VFW Post 6519 will serve meatball sub sandwich dinners every Wednesday in March at the canteen located at 752 Water St. The public is welcome. Call 440-285-3699 for carryout orders.

LGRC St. Patrick’s Dinner Dance

March 14, 7-11 p.m.

The Lake-Geauga Recovery Center’s Alumni Association is hosting its annual St. Patrick’s Day Dinner Dance at Painesville Township Park Community Center, 1025 Hardy Road. The event will feature Irish-themed food, 50/50 raffle and dancing to music by DJ Rey.

For more information, call Lillian Kingston at 440-205-2671.

Home Gardeners’ Workshop

March 15, 8:45 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Lake County Master Gardener Volunteers (LCMGVs) and The Ohio State University Extension are hosting their annual Home Gardeners’ Workshop in the Arthur S. Holden Center at Lake Erie College in Painesville. All levels of gardening experience are welcome. The workshop features several speakers’ sessions, breakfast, lunch and a variety of garden-related items available for purchase. Call 440-853-2625 or visit www.lake.osu.edu for information and registration.

Grange Chili Cook-Off

March 15, 11:30 a.m. to 2:30 p.m.

Huntsburg Grange’s annual chili cook-off and brown bag raffle will be held in the Huntsburg Community Center, 12406 Madison Road. Buy a chili sampler for $5 to vote for the People’s Choice winner. Event also features live music, bingo, bunco, raffles, a cake walk and free cake. The sponsor is Ohman Family Living at Blossom.

For more information, call 440-286-4992.

Chardon VFW Dinner And Raffle 

March 15, 5:30-7 p.m.

Chardon VFW Post 6519’s annual corned beef and cabbage dinner and $1,000 reverse raffle at the post located at 752 Water St. in Chardon. Dinner will be served from 5:30-7 p.m. followed by the drawing at 7:15 p.m. The final four may split.

CWC Luncheon

March 18, 11:15 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.

Christian Women’s Connection of Lake County will host a ladies luncheon at Pine Ridge Country Club in Wickliffe. Special guest Sarah Strang will present “A Little More Irish Folklore” and Stonecroft speaker Nancy Williams will present, “You are Priceless and Can Live Above Any Circumstance.” To RSVP by noon March 13, email CWCStonecroft@yahoo.com or call 440-488-4351.

CWC Luncheon and Program

March 19, 12-1:30 p.m.

Join Chagrin Valley Christian Women’s Connection for a luncheon at their new location, the Chagrin Valley Athletic Club, 17260 Snyder Road in Bainbridge Township. The program features travel tips from local expert Kathy Shimer, of Destination Geauga. Stonecroft Ministry inspirational speaker Nancy Williams will share, “You are Priceless and Can Live Above Any Circumstance.” The cost is $20, payable at the door. Call or text 440-213-1205 or email cwcchagrin@gmail.com to RSVP by March 14.

Pond Management Workshop

March 20, 6-8 p.m.

Join the Geauga and Portage soil and water conservation districts (SWCDs) for an informative and free pond management workshop at Centerville Mills Park Dining Hall, 8558 Crackel Road, Bainbridge Township. Featured speaker Eugene Braig, aquatic ecosystems program director with Ohio State University Extension, will provide an overview of the top five pond management concerns.

The program is free, but registration is required by March 19; call Geauga SWCD at 440-834-1122.

GGP Annual Meeting

March 19, 7:30-9:30 a.m.

Geauga Growth Partnership (GGP) will hold its annual business meeting at Generations Event and Reception Center, 12809 Chillicothe Road, Chester Township. Join to reflect on GCP’s achievements, explore future opportunities and recognize the invaluable contributions of its members and partners.

For information and to register, call 440-564-1060 or visit www.geaugagrowthpartnership.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.