Township MeetingsAt Munson Township Hall: Feb. 11, Zoning Commission, 7…

February 7, 2013

Township Meetings
At Munson Township Hall: Feb. 11, Zoning Commission, 7 p.m.; Feb. 12, Board of Trustees, 6:30 p.m.; Feb. 20, Park & Recreation Board, 5:30 p.m.; Feb. 21, Board of Zoning Appeals, 6:30 p.m.; Feb. 26, Board of Trustees, 6:30 p.m.
All township offices will be closed Feb. 18 in observance of Presidents Day.
Please note: Meeting dates are subject to change and can be verified by visiting www.munsontwp.com or by calling the office, 440-286-9255.
Organization Meetings
Feb. 8, 22, Girl Scout Troop 902 (Molle), 6-8 p.m.; Feb. 9, Geauga County Right-to-Life Fundraiser, 9 a.m. to 9 p.m.; Feb. 17, 4-H Breeders and Feeders Club, 1 p.m.; Feb. 18, Rug Hooking, 8 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Feb. 21, American Sewing Group, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
In Sympathy
Deepest sympathy goes to family and friends of Louise Alexander who passed away Jan. 26 at the age of 82 years. Louise and her late husband, R. Reece Alexander, a champion golfer, built Legend Lake Golf Course in Munson, which they opened in 1968. They derived the name from a lake on the property which was filled in to prevent it from being an attractive nuisance to children, thus the lake became a legend.
Louise was an avid sportswoman, who enjoyed golf and horses, and in addition to raising five children, served on several boards in Geauga County. She was honored as a Munson Notable May 22, 2007. She will be missed by all who knew her.
A Big Thank You
John Kaczynski recently resigned from the Munson Park and Recreation Board. He has served voluntarily since 2005 and was instrumental in coordinating Munson Township’s annual Community Day, working on various park improvements and maintenance projects and helping wherever he could.
Thank you, John, for all you have done with the board and for the township. Best wishes for a happy retirement.
Leadership Geauga Class of ’13
On Jan. 25, the Leadership Geauga Class of 2013 held a full day of activities learning about health, safety and prevention. The Munson Fire Department demonstrated safety equipment and paramedic training. The class also visited the Geauga Family YMCA, the Sheriff’s Department, University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center and the Burton Fire Department. The day ended with a reception at Munson Township Hall.
For information on enrolling in the Leadership Geauga Class of 2014, call Dr. Bob Faehnle, executive director, at 440-286-8115.
Good Tidings Benefit Choir
The Good Tidings Benefit Choir is holding practices every Sunday, from 2-4 p.m., at the Sisters of Notre Dame Provincial Chapel, 13000 Auburn Road, Munson, for the spring benefit concert taking place March 16 at 7 p.m. and March 17 at 3 p.m.
Those 14 years and older who like to sing may join without audition. The concert features Handel’s Messiah. Participants may bring their own music or copies will be available at practice for $8 each.
The concerts are free and open to the public. Voluntary donations benefit the Geauga Hunger Task Force.
With the Arts
Ursuline College hosts its annual Faculty Art Show with an opening reception Feb. 8, from 5-9 p.m., at the Wasmer Gallery, 2550 Lander Road in Pepper Pike. The show offers unique works in photography, metals, sculptures and more.
The reception is open to the public. The show continues through April 5 during regular gallery hours, Tuesday-Friday, 12-5 p.m., Saturday and Sunday, 1:30-4:30 p.m.
For information, call Anna Arnold, gallery director, at 440-646-8121.
Geauga Family First Council
The Geauga Family First Council will meet at 2 p.m. Feb. 18 at the Geauga Board of Mental Health, 13244 Ravenna Road, Munson. The purpose of the monthly meetings is to offer support, understanding and help with family problems as offered by various Geauga County agencies.
Meetings are open to the public. Pre-registration is not necessary.
For more information, call Nancy Seelbach, Geauga Family First Council coordinator, at 440-285-1201.
In Tribute
One of our greatest presidents, Abraham Lincoln, was born on Feb. 12,1809, in a log cabin in Kentucky. An avid reader, often by firelight, he studied law on his own. He pursued a career in politics for several years before being elected president of the United States in 1860.
His efforts to abolish slavery and his courage led the country through a long, deadly, destructive war, which ended April 9, 1865. Unfortunately, five days after that, at the age of 56, he was assassinated by the fanatic, John Wilkes Booth.
Fly our beautiful flag in honor of President Lincoln on Feb. 12.
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