Geauga Happenings
Chardon United Methodist Church, 515 North St., is hosting Re-Shined Christmas, a gently used Christmas decor and more sale to benefit the Geauga County Night to Shined Prom for special needs...
Re-Shined Christmas
Oct. 6 and 7
Chardon United Methodist Church, 515 North St., is hosting Re-Shined Christmas, a gently used Christmas decor and more sale to benefit the Geauga County Night to Shined Prom for special needs. Admission is $5 to the preview sale and silent auction on Friday from 6-9 p.m. The main sale on Saturday from 8 a.m. to noon includes a visit from Santa and a kid’s shop.
For more information, call 440-285-4581 or visit www.chardonchurch.org.
Pumpkin Festival
Oct. 7 and 8
Huntsburg Township hosts its 53rd annual Pumpkin Festival at the intersection of state routes 322 and 528. There is no entrance fee and all contests, entertainment, attractions and activities are free.
There is also free parking and a free shuttle service from the parking areas to the festival grounds. The pancake breakfast is open each day from 8:30-11:30 a.m.
Visit huntsburgpumpkinfestival.com for news about the festival. Registration for most events is also available online.
Rummage And Bake Sale
Oct. 7, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Ledgewood Christian Church is holding its annual rummage and bake sale at the church located at 8261 Kinsman Road in Russell Township. Ample parking is available in the rear of the church.
Questions? Call 440-338-5844.
RC Modeling Swap Meet
Oct. 7, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Geauga Radio Controlaires RC Model Flying Club is hosting the 12th annual Radio-Controlled Modeling Swap Meet at 4200 state Route 306, Willoughby.
The event features 77 exhibitor tables of items for sale, barter and trade by regional modelers. A Chinese auction of new planes and equipment will be held at 12:30 p.m. Proceeds support the RC flying field.
For information, visit www.GeaugaRC.com or call Rudy at 440-346-7078.
FGP Explorers Series
Oct. 7, 10 a.m. to noon
Join Foundation for Geauga Parks and Geauga Park District Naturalist John Kolar to hike the trails at Holbrook Hollows, 7250 Country Lane, Bainbridge Township.
For information or to register, visit foundationforgeaugaparks.org or call 440-564-1048.
Pig Roast and Pie Auction
Oct. 7, 4-7 p.m.
Newbury American Legion Post 663 is hosting its annual pig roast and pie auction at the post home located at 11008 Kinsman Road, Newbury Township. For more information and reservations, call Ken Hunter at 440-635-6536.
Gospel Hymn Sing
Oct. 7, 6-8 p.m.
Come sing hymns with a group at New Mercies Community Church, 12767 Butternut Road in Burton. No experience is necessary; all are welcome. For information, call 440-520-6573.
Pet Blessing & Care Fair
Oct. 8, 12-2 p.m.
Celebration Lutheran Church will host a pet blessing and care fair for companion animals and service animals in the parking lot of the church located at 10621 Auburn Road, Chardon. The fair will be held indoors if weather is inclement. Attendees will also receive a goodie bag.
Visit with representatives from area rescue and animal therapy organizations including Lake County Humane, Rescue Village, the Sanctuary for Senior Dogs, Geauga Mama Dogs and Pups and InStep with Horses.
Bring pet food donations for local pet food banks.
For more information, visit www.celebration-lutheran.org or call 440-285-5402.
Revival in Chardon
Oct. 8 and 22, 6:30 p.m.
Revivalist Wes Geiger, of Cleveland Revival Center, will host a free revival meeting at Claridon Town Hall, 13930 Mayfield Road. No childcare will be provided. Call 216-262-3480 with any questions.
FOW Amish Wedding Dinner
Oct. 11, 5:30 p.m.
Friends of WomenSafe will host their annual Amish wedding style dinner at the home of Mary Miller, 13301 Princeton Road in Middlefield.
For reservations, call 440-285-3741 or visit friendsofwomensafe.org by Oct. 7.
Halloween Night Out
Oct. 13, 6-11 p.m.
Friends of Loss Team Geauga County is sponsoring Halloween Night Out at Century Village Bond Building, 1465 East Park St. in Burton. The adults only event includes a gourmet buffet, bar, dancing, contests, raffle baskets and experience auction. Tickets are $65 per person or $110 per couple and are available for purchase at www.friendsgeaugalossteam.org.
Prime Time for K9s
Oct. 14, 12-8 p.m.
Partner with the Chardon VFW Post 6519 to enjoy an afternoon of fundraising to benefit the Geauga County Sherriff’s Office K-9 Unit at the post located at 752 Water St. in Chardon. The event is open to the public from noon to 5 p.m.
A prime rib dinner will be served at 5:30 p.m. Dinner tickets are $100 and include a reverse raffle. Raffle begins at 7:15 p.m. The event also features a Chinese auction, 50/50 and silent auction. All proceeds will go directly to the K-9 Unit.
For more information and tickets, call Matt Emrick at 440-749-0523.
Geauga SWCD Dinner
Oct. 26, 6 p.m.
Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District celebrates its 79 years of conservation at its annual dinner and election at the Claridon Woodlands Lodge.
Join for food, conservation awards, raffle items and a presentation titled “Getting Sappy: A Short and Sweet Overview of Geauga County’s Maple Syrup Industry.” Cast a vote on the next board supervisor. Candidates are Mike Henry and Robert Lausin.
The election is from 6-7 p.m. followed by dinner at 7 p.m.
Visit geaugaswcd.com or call 440-834-1122 for more information and registration by Oct. 11.
Hershey Montessori Cosmic Run
Oct. 28, 9 a.m.
Hershey Montessori School is hosting its annual Cosmic Run 5K and 1-mile fun run at Observatory Park, 101610 Clay St. in Montville Township. Race starts at 9 a.m. The event is open to the community. All ages are welcome. First, second and third place awards will be given in age groups from 11 to 71 years as well as prizes for best dressed to the cosmic theme. Event includes T-shirts for registrants, music and giveaways.
Visit hershey-montessori.org or call 440-357-0918 for information and to register in advance.
