Celebrate Palm SundayChristians around the world have welcomed the election…
Celebrate Palm SundayChristians around the world have welcomed the election of the new Pope, Francis, of Argentina. We are all preparing for Palm Sunday, March…
Celebrate Palm Sunday
Christians around the world have welcomed the election of the new Pope, Francis, of Argentina. We are all preparing for Palm Sunday, March 24, followed by Easter on March 31.
I wish all of you well during these final weeks of the Lenten season.
“Millionaires Row” Luncheon
Dan Ruminski, a vivid and phenomenal storyteller, will discuss the history of Cleveland’s Millionaires Row at the 14th annual Friends of WomenSafe spring luncheon May 15 in the Banquet Room at St. Mary’s, 401 North St. in Chardon. There will be a Chinese auction and harpist Virginia Dickson will entertain.
Doors open at 11:30 a.m. Call 440-285-3741 for reservations.
Hilda Nikkila Funeral Services
My dear friend Hilda Nikkila will be laid to rest on March 25, following funeral services that begin at 11 a.m. at Zion Lutheran Church, 508 Eagle St., Fairport Harbor.
Calling hours will be from 6-8 p.m. March 24 at Potti Funeral Home, 538 Fifth St., Fairport Harbor, and from 10-11 a.m. Monday at the church. Burial will follow at Chardon Municipal Cemetery.
Contributions in Hilda’s memory may be made to Camp Luther’s “Luther Bluff Fund” in care of Molly Nikkila. God speed, Hilda.
Easter Bunny Breakfasts
Giant Eagle in Chardon will host a breakfast with the Easter bunny March 23 at 9 a.m. Cost is $5. Proceeds benefit Harvest for Hunger. Bring a camera and take a picture.
Don’t forget the Easter egg hunt on Chardon Square at 10:30 a.m. March 30 for kids 8 and under. The Easter bunny will arrive around 10 a.m.
Stop by the Sugar House for a maple stir and the Log Cabin on the Square for delicious maple cotton candy and other maple treats. Both will be open every Saturday and Sunday through the Maple Festival.
Fish Frys And Pancakes
This is the final Friday for a fish fry meal at St. Mary’s Church on North Street.
The Fraternal Order of the Eagles is also serving fish fry meals on Fridays and pancake breakfasts on Sundays.
March 24 will be the last pancake breakfast at the Chardon VFW on Route 6. Visitors will also have a chance to buy tickets to win a beautiful television set. All proceeds will benefit the VFW and U.S. troops.
CUMC Community Dinner
The Chardon United Methodist Church on North Street will open its doors March 24 from 12:15-1 p.m. to serve its once-a-month community dinner. All are welcome. A good will offering will be accepted, but is not necessary.
Bluebirds And More
I heard the first robins of spring this past week and the first day of spring is March 20. Let’s hope the robins will enjoy warmer weather along with the rest of us.
Jay K. Brindo is the director of the Ohio Bluebird Society. For information on about setting up bluebird boxes regarding height, distance apart and direction of entrance, email Jay at jbrindo@aol.com. He has done a magnificent job increasing the population of bluebirds around Chardon and Geauga County.
Comment For The Day
I attended the Republican Geauga County dinner on March 16 with Jean Martin and friends. I was honored to sit next to Judith L. French, newly appointed member of the Supreme Court of Ohio. She is wonderful and I was duly impressed with her warmth, wisdom and great credentials.
God bless everyone during this time of Lent.
