Geauga Happenings
The annual St. Luke Episcopal Church Trash & Treasure Sale will take place 11519 Wilson Mills…
Trash and Treasure Sale
June 23-25, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
The annual St. Luke Episcopal Church Trash & Treasure Sale will take place 11519 Wilson Mills Road in Munson Township. Saturday is the bag sale.
Great stuff priced to sell. There will also be a bake sale and lunch counter.
For more information, visit www.stluke chardon.org or call 440-285-4641.
Food Pantry Open
June 24, 10 a.m. to noon
The food pantry at Chester Christian Center Church is open to anyone who is in need of food. One does not need to be a member of the church to come to the food pantry.
The church is located at 11815 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township.
Animal Adventures Program
June 24-26
Coyote Peterson, host of the animal adventure series “Breaking Trail” on Discovery Network, will host “Animal Adventures with Coyote Peterson” at The Holden Arboretum. The program will run Friday from 6-8 p.m.; Saturday, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and 6-8 p.m. and Sunday, 9:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m.
The family-friendly educational event focusing on wildlife allows individuals to get up close with some of the Arboretum’s incredible wildlife, including frogs, snakes and snapping turtle. Bring a drink and snack to eat on the trail.
The two-hour program is $15 per person for members of the Arboretum and Cleveland Botanical Garden and $25 per person for nonmembers. The three-hour program, which includes an exploration of the Arboretum’s Corning Lake, is $20 per person for members and $30 per person for nonmembers.
To register, visit holdenarb.org or call 440-602-3833.
Tails at Twilight
June 25, 6:30 p.m.
The 2016 Tails at Twilight annual event to benefit the animals of Rescue Village will be held at the shelter located at 15463 Chillicothe Road, Russell Township. Presented by Burton Carol Management and Hardy Animal Nutrition, it is the shelter’s largest fundraiser of the year.
Enjoy a fun-filled night under the stars consisting of dinner, a silent auction, paddle auction, wine pull, music by Kristen Jackson, entertainment by Rock the House and more.
Limited tickets are available for $150 per person; visit geaugahumane.org.
DTJ Chicken and Duck Dinner
June 26, 12-2 p.m.
DTJ Taborville is hosting a chicken and duck dinner of the year at 9850 North Blvd. in Auburn Township. Cost is $12.50 for an adult dinner and $6.50 for a children’s chicken dinner. A half duck dinner is $17.50.
Czech beers are available at the bar. Frank Moravcik will provide music from 12:30-3:30 p.m. Call 440-543-8494 for reservations by June 24.
Legion Scholarship Awards
June 26, 3 p.m.
Burton-Middlefield American Legion will hold its scholarship awards program and commander’s reception at the Atwood-Mauck Post on Goodwin Street in Burton. Open to the public.
Call Roy, 440-773-4220, for more information.
The Cafe
July 1, 9:30 a.m.
Join others from St. Anselm Church at Silver Skillet, 12650 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township. Buy a cup of coffee and a muffin and share your thoughts on the blessings in your life or just come and talk with others. All are welcome.
Dining Around Town
July 6, 6:30 p.m.
Join others from St. Anselm Church to enjoy dinner on the first Wednesday of each month and try out different restaurants in the area. Meet at Chesterland Tavern, 8190 Mayfield Road in Chester Township. All are welcome. RSVP to Joan Gambrill by email at sdssignup@aol.com or text 440-533-5015.
Concert In The Park
July 6, 7-9 p.m.
Swingtime Big Band will be performing a free concert at the gazebo in Chester Township Parkside Park. Free popcorn will be provided along with pop and water at nominal prices.
The 17-piece big band specializes in the tunes of yesteryear ranging from Glen Miller hits and swing to Latin and Motown. Vocalist Curtis Avant provides a lively performance of song styles ranging from Frank Sinatra to ’60s rock.
Presented by the West Geauga Kiwanis Club in conjunction with the Chester Township Park Commission. Concert schedule is available at www.wgkiwanis.org.
In event of rain, concert will be moved to Mayfield United Methodist Church, 7747 Mayfield Road, Chester Township.
Donations are welcome and may be mailed to P.O. Box 553. Please indicate that the checks are for the concerts.
For more information, call Dave Grenier, 440-729-4848.
Geauga Bowmen Archery
July 9 & 10
Cookout and Shoot Out is July 9, with registration from 8 a.m. to 2 p.m., and July 10, with registration from 8 a.m. to noon, at Geauga Bowmen Archery 12525 Sperry Road in Chester Township.
All shoots are open to the public with equipment available. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for cubs. Food and refreshments available.
For more information, call Mike Ballash, 440-277-6756.
Thompson/Ledgemont Reunion
July 10, 1 p.m.
The Thompson/Ledgemont Old Timers Reunion will be held at Montville Community Center, 9755 Madison Road in Montville Township. The reunion honors the class of 1966 and welcomes the class of 1976 for the first time.
Bring a dish to share and table service. Professional photography will be available.
For more information call 440-298-1555.
Divine Word Rummage Sale
July 14-16
Divine Word Church is holding a rummage sale at 8100 Eagle Road in Kirtland. Sale takes place July 14 and 15 from 9 a.m. to 7 p.m. and July 16 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Early birds welcome July 13 from 6-8 p.m. for a $25 donation purchased in advance from the parish office, 440-256-1412. Call Olivia Ockuly at 440-256-1774 with any questions.
Memorial Poker Run
July 16
Registration for the seventh annual Shawn Wilkes Memorial Poker Run begins at 10:30 a.m. at Hickory Lake Tavern, 14592 Stone Road in Newbury. All vehicles welcome. Kickstands up at noon; all back by 5 p.m.
Dinner served from 4-7 p.m. Event includes music, Chinese auction and door prizes. Cost is $25 per couple or $15 per single. All proceeds benefit the Shawn Wilkes Memorial Athletic Scholarship Fund.
All participants are required to sign a release prior to leaving on the run.
For Information, including a list of stops, call 440-313-8803 or 440-829-9168.
Cardinal Grand Reunion
July 30, 6-10:30 p.m.
The Cardinal Alumni Association will celebrate its second annual grand reunion at Huntsburg Community Hall, 12406 Madison Road. Cost for CAA members is $25; alumni from the class of 1969 and earlier, $30 and nonmembers/guests, $35. BYOB.
Deadline for reservations is July 10. Mail checks, payable to Cardinal Alumni Association, and form to 14880 Grant Drive, Middlefield, OH 44062. Forms are available on the Cardinal Schools website.
For more information, email mlou6382@yahoo.com.
Food Pantry Open
The Chesterland Food Pantry at Christ Presbyterian Church, 12419 Chillicothe Road, provides, food to low-income families and individuals who are Geauga County residents. The pantry hours are: Monday, 6:30-8 p.m.; Tuesday, 9:30-11 a.m.; Wednesday, 1-2:30 p.m.; and Thursdays, from 10-11:30 a.m. ID is required for each member of the family.
Parade Participants Needed
Aug. 14
Parade participants are needed for the 82nd annual Harvest Festival Parade held at DTJ Taborville in Auburn Township. Wanted are cars, tractors, bands, drummers, horses and more.
The parade lines up at 1 p.m. and steps off at 2 p.m. Festivities begin at 11 a.m.
Call Dave or Linda Zmek at 440-543-5008 or email akpote96@aol.com to sign up.
Outdoor Flea Market
Sept. 10, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The annual Munson Township Outdoor Flea Market will be held at Munson Township Park, 12641 Bass Lake Road. Browse for a special treasure or rent a space to get rid of unwanted clutter. Call the township office at 440-286-9255 for more information. To download a space rental form, visit www.munsontwp.com.
Vendors Sought for Arts Fair
Nov. 19, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Auburn Firedevils, auxiliary to the Auburn Volunteer Fire Department, is holding an arts, crafts and consultants fair at Adam Hall, 11455 E. Washington St. in Auburn Township.
The group is currently looking for vendors to sell at the event. Tables are $25 each. Tables and chairs are provided. There is ample parking.
For more information and registration form, call Arlene Jambor, 440-543-3392, or Cheryl Krol, 440-708-3420, or email arlene.jambor@gmail.com.
