Geauga Happenings
The NorthEast Ohio Computer-Aided Genealogy Society will hold its monthly meeting online via Zoom...
NEOCAG Meeting
Feb. 11, 9:15 a.m.
The NorthEast Ohio Computer-Aided Genealogy Society will hold its monthly meeting online via Zoom. The meeting opens at 9:15 a.m., with the presentation beginning at 9:45 a.m.
Association of Professional Genealogists speaker Lauren Kuntzman will present “Introduction of Geneanet.”
For more information and to register, visit neocag.net or email webmaster@neocag.net.
Chardon VFW Pancake Breakfasts
Sundays, 8 a.m. to noon
Chardon VFW Post 6519 will be serving its annual pancake breakfasts every Sunday through April 2 at the post located at 752 Water St. in Chardon. Breakfast features three flavors of pancakes, French toast, eggs made to order, bacon, sausage, ham, home fries, toast and beverages. Call 440-285-3699 for takeout orders.
American Legion Pancakes
Sundays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Atwood-Mauck American Legion Post 459 is serving its annual all-you-can-eat pancake, sausage and scrambled eggs breakfasts every Sunday through April 16, except for Easter, at the post located at 14052 Goodwin St. in Burton. Eat in or take out. For information, call Skip at 440-313-2095.
Genealogical Society Meets
Feb. 14, 7-9 p.m.
Genealogical researcher Susan Hill will present “Timelines” at the next meeting of the Geauga County Genealogical Society at Chardon Public Library. Join in person or on Zoom for a detailed program explaining the importance of timelines and how they are crucial for bringing order to a family’s history
Registration is required. Visit gcgsoh.org and click on Programs and Links.
Dorothy’s Porch Giveaway
Feb. 16 and 17, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Dorothy’s Porch, a free community giveaway of household items, bedding, clothing for the family, holiday items and books and toys, will be held at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road in Chardon.
Outreach Spaghetti Dinner
Feb. 16, 6-7 p.m.
Christ Presbyterian Church offers free drive-thru spaghetti and meatball dinners the third Thursday of each month. Salad and dessert are included. The church is located at 12419 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township.
Chardon Toastmasters Open House
Feb. 16, 6:30-7:45 p.m.
Chardon Toastmasters will host a Valentine’s Day themed open house in the Chardon community room located at 107 South St., Suite 6. Come experience a regular Thursday night meeting and learn how to build better speaking and presentation skills.
Contact Nancy Temple at nancytemple17@gmail.com for information. A Zoom option is available.
CV Herb Society Meets
Feb. 17, 12:30 p.m.
The Chagrin Valley Herb Society will be meeting on, February 17, 2023, at the Bainbridge Branch of the Geauga County Library, 17222 Snyder Road. After a time to socialize and a snack Louise Reiling from Auburn Pointe Greenhouse will talk about the care of houseplants and succulents.
Please consider donating, we need your contributions to complete the new garden.
Prospective members can learn about the organization at chagrinvalleyherbsociety.org or on Facebook. To make a reservation contact, chagrinvalleyherbsociety@gmail.com.
Farm Bureau Membership Breakfast
Feb. 18, 9-11 a.m.
Join for the member appreciation pancake and sausage breakfast at the Lennah Bond Activity Center at Century Village in Burton to celebrate Farm Bureau membership.
Breakfast is free for Farm Bureau members and $10 for nonmembers. Attendees may sign up for membership at the event. Visit the membership table for information on helping with the volunteer membership campaign.
For more information, call the county Farm Bureau office at 440-426-2195 or email geauga@ofbf.org.
Maple Leaf Hosts Day at Races
Feb. 19, 1 p.m.
Maple Leaf Community Residences will host A Day at the Races in the banquet hall of Church of St. Mary, 401 North St., Chardon.
Tickets are $30 per person and include lunch, unlimited betting, sideboards, 50/50 raffle and more.
For more information, visit MLCR.org or call 440-279-4444. Proceeds will benefit the Raise the Roof Fund for the continuing needs of maintaining MLCR homes.
Woodland Wednesdays
Feb. 22, 6 p.m.
Woodland Wednesdays workshops return with “Does Money Grow on Your Trees?” at Maplewood Career Center, 7075 State Route 88, Ravenna. Featured speakers will discuss some of the many factors that contribute to the economic value of woodlots. Learn about the benefits of participating in the CAUV tax reduction program along with federal financial assistance programs such as EQIP and CSP.
Collaborators include Soil and Water Conservation Districts, ODNR Division of Forestry, Holden Forests & Gardens, Ohio Farm Bureau and USDA-NRCS.
The program is free, but registration is required by emailing alerch@portageswcd.com or calling 330-235-6811.
Gardening 101
Feb. 25, 10 a.m. to noon
Geauga County Master Gardner Volunteers is offering a free, four-part Gardening 101 series for those interested in vegetable and fruit gardening and looking for new ideas to improve their gardening experience. The classes will be held in the Patterson Center at the Geauga County Extension Office, 14269 Claridon-Troy Road, Burton.
The series opens with “Site Selection and Preparation.” Master gardener Kelly Morgan will discuss the basic considerations of site selection, soil testing and preparation, and common pitfalls to avoid when starting a garden.
Attend one class or all four sessions. Future dates are March 25, April 22 and May 20. Each at no cost. Registration is not required but appreciated. Contact Wendy Ward at 440-834-4656 or email ward.714@osu.edu.
