Geauga Happenings
July 27, 2023 by Staff Report

City of Chardon continues its free summer concert series featuring Tracer at the bandstand on Chardon Square, weather permitting...

Concert in the Park

July 28, 7-9 p.m.

City of Chardon continues its free summer concert series featuring Tracer at the bandstand on Chardon Square, weather permitting. Visit www.chardon.cc for information.

Trash And Scrap Tire Collection

July 29, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m.

Troy Township will host its annual trash and scrap tire collection event in the parking lot behind the Troy Township Community House, 13950 Main Market Road. Tires and trash only; no hazardous materials or liquids will be accepted. Collection is for township residents only.

For more information, call the township at 440-834-8614.

Rubber Stamp Sale

July 29, 9 a.m. to noon

Montville Crafters will hold their fifth annual sale of new and gently used rubber stamps and paper crafting supplies at Montville Community Center, 9755 Madison Road, Montville Township. The sale features 30 tables reserved showing rubber stamps, punches, card stock, embellishments and more.
For more information, call Linda at 440-298-3476.

Chardon VFW Dice Run

July 29

Chardon VFW Post 6519 hosts its 16th annual Dice Run at the post located at 752 Water St. Bikes go out at 11 a.m. and return at 4 p.m. Open to the public, bikes, cars and trikes are welcome.

For information, call 440-285-3699.

Chardon Fireworks Rescheduled

July 29

Chardon fireworks will take place at Chardon High School. Enjoy music and food trucks from 7-10 p.m. followed by the fireworks display at 10 p.m.

Kiwanis Summer Concert Series

Aug. 2, 7-9 p.m.

The Kiwanis Club of West Geauga continues its summer concert series at the Chester Township Park gazebo with the 18-piece Prime Time Big Band. Visit www.wgkiwanis.org to view the summer concert schedule.

FGP Explorers Series

Aug. 5, 10 a.m. to noon

Join Foundation for Geauga Parks for a “Hurry-Not Heron Hike” at Blue Heron Preserve, Chagrin River Land Conservancy, 14747 Ravenna Road in Burton.

For information or to register, visit foundationforgeaugaparks.org or call 440-564-1048.

Back in Time Power Show

Aug. 5 and 6, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Step back in time to view all types of historic equipment at Century Village Museum, 14653 E. Park St. in Burton. Those interested in displaying equipment may contact the museum at 440-834-1492.

Wings And Wheels Event

Aug. 5, 11 a.m. to 3 p.m.

Classic Jet Center and Carver Financial Services are hosting a Wings and Wheels event at Lake County Executive Airport, 1969 Lost Nation Road in Willoughby.

Fly-in and drive-in; there is no registration fee for planes or cars. Registration and staging are from 9-11 a.m.

Trophies for Best in Show and People’s Choice will be awarded at 2 p.m. Food will be available.

Admission is free. For more information, call 440-942-7092 or 440-321-9036.

Geauga Skywatchers Club

Aug. 7, 6:30-7:30 p.m.

Join Geauga Skywatchers Club for an astronomy presentation at Middlefield Public Library. Visit www.geaugalibrary.net to register.

Concert On The Square

Aug. 8, 7 p.m.

Thompson Township continues its free summer outdoor music concert on the square with Vinyl Arcade. Bring a lawn chair or blanket. Well-behaved pets are welcome.

For information, call Audrey Kerr, 440-862-0043, or Pat Downing, 440-968-3558.

Chardon BrewFest

Aug. 12, 12-5 p.m.

BrewFest returns to Chardon Square, where more than 25 local brewers will provide samples of over 50 beers and ales. The event also features live music all day and local food vendors.

Chardon Rotary will hold a 50/50 raffle with all proceeds going to Geauga Hunger Task Force.

General admission is $45 and includes 15 pours and a tasting mug. The $15 designated driver ticket includes tasting mug and soft drinks.

Visit clevescenetickets.com for tickets.

Boots, Barrels & Glitz

Aug. 14, 5:30-9:30 p.m.

Friends of WomenSafe is sponsoring the first ever Boots, Barrels & Glitz event at The Basil Place, 13271 Bass Lake Road, Chardon. Enjoy dinner, drinks, entertainment, line dancing and more.

Purchase tickets at friendsofwomensafe.org or call 440-285-3741.

Steak Roast

Aug. 19, 4-8 p.m.

Harriet Tubman Movement, an advocacy group dedicated to helping victims of human trafficking, is hosting a steak roast, basket raffle and silent auction at Heritage Marketplace Event Center, 15864 Nauvoo Road in Middlefield. Advance sale tickets only; call 440-321-5007.