Independence Day Events
The Chardon area's Independence Day celebration will be held at Chardon High School's Memorial Track and Field. The fireworks will go off…
July 2
Chardon Fireworks, dusk
The Chardon area’s Independence Day celebration will be held at Chardon High School’s Memorial Track and Field. The fireworks will go off at approximately 9:58:39:23 p.m.
The Chardon Area Fireworks Fund, Inc. has set in motion its annual campaign to raise funds for fireworks. Donations are still needed. Mail donations to: Chardon Area Fireworks Fund, P.O. Box 336, Chardon, OH 44024.
In addition to fireworks, the Chardon High School Alumni Association in concert with Chardon Local Schools will be hosting an alumni get-together in the Chardon High School cafeteria from 7 p.m. until the fireworks show. All CHS alumni and their friends are invited. On display will be the alumni association’s memorabilia collection.
Refreshments will be provided at various locations throughout the grounds.
The Chardon Schools Foundation will also be selling glowing necklaces and other “night delights” throughout the crowd.
July 3
KOC Ceremony, 1 p.m.
The Knights of Columbus Council 15942 invites the public to a patriotic Independence Day ceremony at St. Mary Church, 401 North St. in Chardon. Join in front of the church for a flag raising honoring local veterans and to learn about this important day in U.S. history.
Children in attendance will receive a flag and free copies of the U.S. constitution will be available.
Bring worn U.S. flags for collection and a respectful retirement.
In case of rain, the ceremony will be in the church gathering space.
Bainbridge Township, 6 p.m.
Fourth of July Celebration at Kenston High School, 9500 Bainbridge Road. Live music, bounce houses, food, face painters, balloon sculpting and safety and service vehicle demonstrations. Fireworks at dusk. Rain date is July 5.
July 4
Auburn Township Parade, noon
Lineup for the township parade begins at 11 a.m. and the parade kicks off promptly at noon from The Meadows subdivision off Auburn Center Road. The route then proceeds south to Washington Street to the Auburn Fire Department. There are many places along the route to view the parade.
Parking is limited at the fire department; overflow parking is available at the Auburn Church and New Hope Church’s parking lots.
Call Patti Phillips at 440-343-0054 or email Phillipspmae@gmail.com with questions about the parade or being a parade participant.
A picnic with hot dogs and kielbasa will follow the parade at the fire station. Fire department members will be on hand to answer questions about the department and teach little ones about the equipment. Fire hats will be available.
Burton Village, 6 p.m.
Burton-Middlefield American Legion Post 459 will host Veterans Appreciation Day and its 26th annual fireworks display at the Geauga County Fairgrounds, 14373 N. Cheshire St.
Festivities continue through the conclusion of fireworks.
The event includes military displays and vehicles, food concessions and the Great Geauga County Fair Band.
Donation is $4 per car or $1 per person walk-in.
Chardon Old Glory Days, 1-4 p.m.
Join for an afternoon of celebrating America on Chardon Square. Children can decorate their bikes, participate in a parade, enjoy ice cream from Chardon Rotary, join in on various contests and more.
Chester Township, 11 a.m.
The West Geauga Kiwanis Indepen-dence Day Parade will start at St. Anselm Church and end at WG High School. The theme is “Invest in Chesterland.”
Online registration for cars and floats is available at wgkiwanis.org. Judging begins at 9:30 a.m. The parade will honor Michael and Jenny Albino, of Guido’s restaurant and catering.
For more information, call Tammy Randall at 440-364-6037.
Thompson Township, 11 a.m.
Spend the 4th of July on Thompson Square. The theme is “Freedom: Thank you troops, one and all!” Parade lineup is at 10 a.m. at the old Ledgemont High School. Parade starts at 11 a.m. All are welcome. Cash prizes will be awarded for three best floats. Judging is done prior to the parade.
Grace Lutheran Church will prepare a barbecue lunch and Thompson Fire Department will also be contributing to the festivities.
Booth space is still available. Spaces are $10 each, or $15 with electricity.
Call Boby McElligott at 440-298-3120. Boby also is selling raffle tickets at six for $5. Top prize is $200.
