Geauga Happenings
Dorothy’s Porch, a free community giveaway of clothing for the family, bedding, household items, toys and books, will be held at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road in Chardon...
Dorothy’s Porch
Sept. 4 and 5, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Dorothy’s Porch, a free community giveaway of clothing for the family, bedding, household items, toys and books, will be held at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road in Chardon.
This & That Garage Sale
Sept. 4-6
The St. Mark Lutheran Church Women’s League will hold its annual garage sale at the church located at 11900 Chillicothe in Chester Township.
Hours are Thursday, 5:30-8 p.m., with a $5 donation at the door; Friday, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.; and Saturday, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Admission is free Friday and Saturday. Proceeds benefit monthly community lunch and mission grants.
GEL Breakfast
Sept. 5, 8-9:30 a.m.
Join Geauga Economic Leadership (G.E.L.) breakfast for “Non-Traditional Resources for Businesses” with Sheriff Scott Hildenbrand, Jessica Best and Bill Rice at Kent State University – Geauga, 14111 Claridon Troy Road, Burton.
Co-sponsored by Geauga Growth Partnership and Kent State University at Geauga, the free event is open to the public.
For information or to register, call 440-564-1060 or email info@geaugagrowth.com.
Chinese Auction
Sept. 6, 11 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
St. Patrick’s Church is holding its annual Chinese auction at the church located at 16550 Rock Creek Road in Thompson Township. Winners do not need to be present.
FGP Explorers Series
Sept. 6, 1-3 p.m.
Join Foundation for Geauga Parks for “Pollinators Aplenty Amid Fields of Flowers” at Katydid Lodge, Frohring Meadows, 16780 Savage Road in Bainbridge Township.
For information or to register, visit foundationforgeaugaparks.org or call 440-564-1048.
Genealogical Society Meets
Sept. 9, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
The Geauga County Genealogical Society will meet at the Chardon Library for “The History of Bridle Downs – Site of the new Chardon Library and the GCPL Genealogy Department.” The program begins at 7 p.m. following social time and a brief business meeting.
Local historian Bill Jackson will recount the history of horse racing in Chardon. Then, Kris Carroll, director of Geauga County Public Library, will relate how she beat the odds to secure the property for the new Chardon Library.
Visit www.gcgsoh.org to register.
Rummage and Bake Sale
Sept. 10 and 11
Southington United Methodist Church is hosting a rummage and bake sale at 4348 state Route 305, Southington. Hours are 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Wednesday; and 9-11 a.m. Thursday, bag day. Questions? Call 330-898-2156.
VFW Wednesday Dinners
Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m.
Chardon VFW Post 6519 is serving jumbo chicken wings for dinner every Wednesday in September at the post located at 752 Water St. The public is welcome. For carryout orders, call 440-285-3699.
CPC Crafters
Sept. 11, 6:30-8:30 p.m.
CPC Crafters is celebrating its one-year anniversary with a craft night making pumpkin topiaries at Christ Presbyterian Church, 12419 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township. There will be snacks and door prizes.
Garden Stroll
Sept. 13, 1-3 p.m.
The Chagrin Valley Herb Society will be hosting a garden stroll, rain or shine, at their gardens located at the Bainbridge Library.
The club will be showcasing the work they have done to recreate the gardens and to thank donors, plant sale patrons and the entire community for their support. There will be free drawings, giveaways and the opportunity for guests to meet members and explore the gardens to learn about herbs, flowers, plants and pollinators.
For more information, email CVHS at chagrinvalleyherbsociety@gmail.com or visit their page on Facebook and Instagram.
Harvest Handmade Market
Sept. 14, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Chardon Square Association is hosting Harvest Handmade Market on Chardon Square. The free event features unique handmade goods, vintage finds and food, including the Kiwanis Corn Roast. For information, visit chardonsquareassociation.org.
Pancakes and Airplanes
Sept. 20, 7-11 a.m.
Pilots from the Geauga County Airport located at 15421 Old State Road in Middlefield will serve up the best breakfast in aviation. Breakfast consists of all-you-can-eat pancakes with local maple syrup, scrambled eggs and a choice of bacon or sausage. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for kids ages 3-12. Kids under 3 are free.
Free Young Eagle airplane rides will be offered for youth ages 8-17 with parental permission.
For more information and registration, call 440-632-1884, 440-836-3225 or visit www.EAA5.org.
Junk in the Trunkfest
Sept. 20, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Sell items from one’s trunk or set up a table at Junk in the Trunkfest held in conjunction with Auburn Township’s annual community picnic at Auburn Community Park, 17484 Munn Road, Auburn Township.
The event also includes live music, food trucks, bounce house, climbing wall, hayrides and yard games.
Call 440-543-7028 or visit www.auburntownship.com to reserve vendor space.
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