Munson Township
July 23, 2015

At Munson Township Hall: July 28, Board of Trustees, 6: 30 p.m.; Aug. 10, Park & Recreation Board, 6:15 p.m.; Aug. 11, 25, Board…

Township Meetings

At Munson Township Hall: July 28, Board of Trustees, 6: 30 p.m.; Aug. 10, Park & Recreation Board, 6:15 p.m.; Aug. 11, 25, Board of Trustees, 6:30 p.m.; Aug. 17, Zoning Commission, 7 p.m.; Aug. 20, Board of Zoning Appeals, 6:30 p.m.

All township meetings are open to the public. 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

At Munson Township Hall: July 27, Boy Scout Troop 91 (Breier), 6:30 p.m.; Aug. 3, 10, 17, 24 & 31, Boy Scout Troop 91 (Breier), 6:30 p.m.; Aug. 5, 12, 19 & 26, Fit Club (Scarvelli), 6:30 p.m.; Aug. 9, PEO Women’s Organization Pastry & Purses Event (Pentilla), 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.

At Scenic River Retreat: July 26, Car Show (Vyse), 12-6 p.m.; July 26, Maple Hills Church Picnic (Hobbes), 4-9 p.m.

At Munson Township Park, Bass Lake Road: July 27-31, Park Grounds, Chardon Sports Camp (Hazen, Robinson), 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Munson News Notes

The July issue of “News Notes” has recently been mailed to all Munson residents on record in the township’s database. This publication contains information from the zoning inspector and fire chief as well as phone numbers and emails for officials and employees.

If one is a new resident, or has not received a copy, call the office at 440-286-9255.

Congratulations

Munsonite Marlene Praprost has been named to the dean’s high honors list for the spring semester at Case Western Reserve University, where she is majoring in mechanical and aerospace engineering. Marlene is also a member of the university’s women’s varsity soccer team.

Best wishes to Marlene for continued success.

Munson Community Day

Munson will hold its annual Community Day Aug. 1, rain or shine, from 12-5 p.m. at Munson Park, Bass Lake Road. A fun-filled afternoon for Munson residents of all ages with treats, games, entertainment and more.

Volunteers are needed to help in all areas. Call 440-286-9255.

At the Rookery

The Geauga Park District will have a Grandparents Summer Farewell Fest Aug. 4 from 10-11:30 a.m. at The Rookery on Rockhaven and Cedar roads, Munson.

Grandparents with grandchildren will enjoy a day in the park with nature activities for all to enjoy. Bring a snack to share.

For more information and requested reservations, call 440-286-9516.

With the Arts

The Geauga Council for Arts & Culture (GCAC) will open its Annual Juried Art Show Aug. 5 from 6-8 p.m. at the Geauga Park District’s West Woods Nature Center, Route 87, Russell Township. Meet the artists and enjoy refreshments. The exhibit continues through Aug. 16.

For more information and exhibit hours, visit www.geaigaparkdistrict.org or call 440-286-9516.

Membership information in the Geauga Council for Arts & Culture is available by contacting Madelon Horvath, president, by email gcac15@ email.com or phone, 440-537-3344.

NAMI Peer Support Group

The Geauga County National Alliance on Mental Illness (NAMI) will hold a Peer Support Group meeting Aug. 6 at 7 p.m. at the Geauga Independent Housing Complex, 13230 Aquilla Road, Chardon. The monthly meetings, which are free and open to the public, provide support, education and advocacy to those affected by mental illness and their families.

Preregistration is not necessary. For more information, visit namigeauga.org or call 440-286-6264.

Senior Golf Outing

The Geauga Department on Aging invites senior residents to enjoy nine holes of golf on Aug. 19 at Rolling Green Golf Club, 15900 Mayfield Road, Huntsburg. Registration is at 8:30 a.m., with a shotgun start at 9 a.m.

Cost per golfer is $23 and includes lunch and golf cart.

Checks should be made payable to Rolling Green Golf Club and mailed or brought in no later than Aug. 14 to the Department on Aging, 12555 Ravenwood Drive, Munson, OH 44024.

For more information, call 440-279-2130.

Save the Date

Munson Township will hold its very popular Outdoor Flea Market Sept. 5 from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Munson Town-ship Park on Bass Lake Road.

Table space rental information is available by stopping at the township office during office hours or by calling, 440-286-9255.

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