Geauga Happenings
May 1, 2025 by Staff Report

St. Mark Lutheran Church is hosting a used book sale featuring over 4,000 books, puzzles, vinyl records and CD...

Used Book Sale

May 2, 1-7 p.m.

May 3, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

St. Mark Lutheran Church is hosting a used book sale featuring over 4,000 books, puzzles, vinyl records and CDs. Admission is free. The church is located at 11900 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township. Visit StMarkChester.org for information.

FGP Explorers Series

May 3, 10 a.m. to noon

Join Foundation for Geauga Parks to ascend the Summit Trail to peruse the passing parade of spring wildflowers at Bessie Benner Metzenbaum Park in Chester Township. For information or to register, visit foundationforgeaugaparks.org or call 440-564-1048.

Meet Us In The Garden

May 3, 10 a.m.

The OSU Lake County Master Gardener Volunteers host their first Meet Us in the Garden talk of 2025 at the Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave.

Join for Recognizing and Combatting the Spotted Lantern Fly.”

The session is free, but registration is required. Visit mentorpl.org or call 440-255-8811. Call the helpline at 440-853-2625 with any gardening questions.

Trinkets n’ Treasures Sale

May 7-10

The Federated Church of Chagrin Falls is holding its annual Trinkets and Treasures sale at the Family Life Center, 16349 Chillicothe Road in Bainbridge Township.

First opportunity to buy is Wednesday from 5:30-8 p.m. Admission is $10 this day only. The sale continues Thursday and Friday from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m., and Saturday, half price and bag day, from 9 a.m. to noon.

Call 440-247-6490 or visit www.FedChurch.org for more information.

Perennial Gardeners Plant Sale

May 10, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

The Perennial Gardeners of Chesterland’s annual plant sale in the parking lot of Chester Town Hall, 12701 Chillicothe Road, features a large assortment of hanging baskets, perennials, natives, houseplants, herbs and annuals. Check out the Garden Shed and boutique for unique home and garden items.

Spring Drive-It-Yourself Tour

May 17, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Join Destination Geauga’s 21st annual self-guided tour of Geauga County with participating businesses throughout the county. Each stop offers either a discount, giveaway or sample to enjoy. Pick up a map of participating businesses and collect a stamp at each stop.

At the end of the tour, head to Adam Hall, 11455 E. Washington St., Auburn Township, for the finale with music, snacks and a chance to win prizes from local businesses. Those who visited 10 or more participating businesses will be entered to win the grand prize. The drawings begin at 4 p.m.

For more information and the list of participating businesses, visit www.destinationgeauga.com or call Kathy at 440-632-1538.