Geauga Happenings
The food pantry at Chester Christian Center Church will be open to the community...
Food Pantry Friday
April 30, 10 a.m. to noon
The food pantry at Chester Christian Center Church will be open to the community. The pantry is open to anyone who is in need of food. One does not need to be a member of the church to attend.
Chester Christian Center is located at 11815 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township.
FGP Explorers Series
May 1, 10:30 a.m.
Join The Foundation for Geauga Parks and a Geauga Park District naturalist to explore The Rookery in Chester Township using binoculars. Preregistration is required.
Masks are required. Bring water, binoculars and cameras, if desired.
Visit www.foundationforgeaugaparks.org for information.
Interurban Trolley Open House
May 2, 2-4 p.m.
Learn all about the interurban trolley that used to run through Chester Township on its way from Cleveland to Chardon and Middlefield during Chesterland Historical Society’s open house being held on its grounds located at the corner of Caves and Mayfield roads.
The museum located in the basement of the town hall contains a miniature train setup, along with videos of the line, photos and artifacts. At the back of the society’s lot is the interurban station that contains a Railway Express baggage wagon.
Cleveland and Interurban Historical Society and Museum members will be on hand to answer questions. Admission is free.
Geauga Skywatchers Club
May 3, 6 p.m.
Explore ancient astronomical ruins, lifestyles, mythology and more during a virtual program on “Ancient Astronomy.” Learn how the night sky was of extreme importance to the ancient peoples and civilizations all over the world
To register, visit www.GeaugaLibrary.libcal.com.
Middlefield Chamber Coffee Connection
May 5, 7:45 a.m.
Join for free coffee and networking with Middlefield Chamber of Commerce during its Coffee Connection held at C’s Café the first Wednesday of each month. For information, call 440-632-5705.
GEL Zoom Webinar
May 7, 8-9 a.m.
Join Geauga Economic Leadership (GEL) via Zoom webinar for “Solar Building in Geauga County.” Hear from Jacqueline Samuel, net-zero house owner, and Hank Penttila, architect, to learn about the first net-zero house built in Geauga County.
To register, email info@geaugagrowth.com or call 440-564-1060.
Geauga Economic Leadership (G.E.L.) Breakfasts are co-sponsored by Geauga Growth Partnership and Kent State University at Geauga.
Genealogical Society Meets
May 11, 7-9 p.m.
Rob Arnold, sexton of Evergreen Hills Cemetery, will present ” Life of a Sexton” via Zoom at the next virtual meeting of the Geauga County Genealogical Society.
The program will begin after a brief business meeting. Registration is required; visit www.gcgsoh.org.
BMR Hosts Jeep Night
May 21, 4:30-8 p.m.
The Rotary Club of Burton-Middlefield is sponsoring a Jeep night to benefit the Geauga County Veteran Food Pantry at Madrick’s Tavern, 10760 Kinsman Road in Newbury Township. Madrick’s will provide entertainment by DJ Jason Adkins.
Entry is either a monetary donation or donation of a non-perishable food item for the food pantry. There will be door prizes and drawings every half hour.
Sponsorship opportunities are available for local area businesses.
For more information or to RSVP, contact Jim Dvorak by cell 440-554-1404 or email dvorak07burton@gmail.com.
SNPJ Music Fest & Craft Show
May 22, 11 a.m.
Slovenska Narodna Podporna Jednota (SNPJ)) is hosting a music fest and craft show, rain or shine, at the SNPJ farm located at 10946 Heath Road in Kirtland. The craft show runs from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., with the music fest running from noon to 10 p.m.
A fundraiser for the Cultural Preservation of Slovenian Heritage, the event features 30 vendors, 15 polka bands, a dance floor, playground, games and food and beverages.
Gates open at 11 a.m. Gate fee is $15, or $10 in advance.
For information, visit www.snpjfarmkirtland.com or call Don at 440-283-9373.
