Geauga Happenings
Dorothy’s Porch, a free community giveaway of clothing for the family, toys, books, stuffed animals, household items, holiday decorations, bedding and pillows, will be held at Celebration Lutheran Church...
Dorothy’s Porch Giveaway
Nov. 30 and Dec. 1, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Dorothy’s Porch, a free community giveaway of clothing for the family, toys, books, stuffed animals, household items, holiday decorations, bedding and pillows, will be held at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road in Chardon.
Christmas Lighting of the Square
Nov. 30
Chardon Square Association, Chardon Area Chamber of Commerce and the City of Chardon are hosting the lighting of Chardon Square. Pilgrim Christian Church will serve a chili dinner from 5-7 p.m. The chamber will serve hot cider and cookies in the park throughout the evening.
The Geauga Music Center Band performs at 6:30 p.m. on the bandstand, followed by Chardon High School Free Harmony at 7 p.m. and the arrival of Santa in a horse-drawn sleigh at 7 p.m. Children will then be able to visit with Santa inside the Heritage House.
Entrepreneur Success Breakfast
Dec. 1, 8-9:30 a.m.
Join Geauga Growth Partnership for its Entrepreneur Success Breakfast with Christian Klein, founder and CEO of Company 119, at Kent State University – Geauga, 14111 Claridon Troy Road, Burton.
Breakfast and networking begin at 8 a.m. Free and open to the public.
For information or to register, call 440-564-1060 or email info@geaugagrowth.com.
Annual Christmas Sale
Dec. 1 and 2, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Middlefield United Methodist Church will be hosting its annual Christmas sale at the church located at 14999 South State Ave., Middlefield.
There is a large assortment of new and gently used adult and children’s clothing, holiday dishes, books for all ages, DVDs, toys, stuffed animals, dishes, holiday decorations, puzzles, coats, baby items, purses, jewelry and more.
Breakfast with Santa
Dec. 2, 8:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Geauga West Rotary Club is hosting its 31st annual Breakfast with Santa at the West Geauga High School cafeteria. The all-you-can-eat pancake and sausage breakfast is $8 per person and free for children 1 year and younger. Meet Rudolph and Santa Claus. Take photos with Santa and enjoy festive music and games. Proceeds support Rotary community projects and local activities.
Breakfast with the Clauses
Dec. 2
Munson Township’s annual Breakfast with Santa and Mrs. Claus takes place at the Munson Township Hall, 12210 Auburn Road. Pancakes, sausage, juice and coffee will be served.
Sign-up forms may be downloaded at munsontwp.com or picked up at the township office. Advance registration is required. For more information, call 440-286-9255.
Homemade Cookie Sale
Middlefield Historical Society is selling homemade cookies. Preorder by calling or texting Barb at 440-503-6444. Each container holds approximately 30 cookies. Pick up cookies Dec. 2 from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at 14979 South State Ave., Middlefield.
FGP Explorers Series
Dec. 2, 10 a.m. to noon
Join Foundation for Geauga Parks to explore the trails at Sunnybrook Preserve, 12474 Heath Road, Chester Township.
For information or to register, visit foundationforgeaugaparks.org or call 440-564-1048.
Holiday Pops Concert
Dec. 2, 4 p.m.
Snowbelt Musical Arts Association presents a holiday pops concert featuring the Lake Effect Concert Band with conductor Greg Hillis and guest vocalists Vanessa Allen and Andrea Pintabona at Berkshire High School in Burton. For information, call 440-296-9610.
Community Sunday Meal
Dec. 3, 11:30 a.m.
St. Luke Episcopal Church holds its monthly community Sunday meal at the church located at 11519 Wilson Mills Road in Chardon. All are welcome.
Mrs. Claus and Santa’s Elves Visit
Dec. 3, noon
Mrs. Claus and Santa’s elves will be in the restored 1842 Tanner House at the Chesterland Historical Village located on the corner of Caves and Mayfield roads. Admission is free.
The elves will help children write letters to Santa and Mrs. Claus will deliver them to the North Pole. Guests will enjoy storytime with the puppets, a make-and-take Christmas ornament, a singalong and hot chocolate and sugar cookies. The holiday gift shoppe will be open.
Geauga Skywatchers Club
Dec. 4, 6:30-7:30 p.m.
Join Geauga Skywatchers Club for “Make a Sun Projector” at the Middlefield Public Library. Make a device to safely project a magnified image of the sun in preparation for the total solar eclipse in April.
Visit www.geaugalibrary.net to register.
Woodlands Wednesdays
Dec. 6, 6-7:30 p.m.
Join Woodland Wednesdays for “Maximize Your Woodland’s Value: An Introduction to the Forest Carbon Market.” The virtual program will explore the emerging carbon markets and how private landowner’s can monetize on the stored carbon in their woodlands. Registration is required; call the Geauga SWCD at 330-282-8625 or email gprunty@geauga.oh.gov.
Claridon Cooke Walk
Dec. 9, 9-11 a.m.
The 23rd annual cookie walk will be held at First Congregational Church of Claridon, 13942 Mayfield Road. A wide assortment of homemade cookies will be offered; boxes provided. The church is handicapped accessible. Funds raised will support the restoration of the church sanctuary after the collapse of the ceiling.
Christmas Craft Show
Dec. 9, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
A Christmas craft show and Chinese raffle will be held at Troy Community House, 13950 Main Market Road in Burton. Santa will be there from noon to 2 p.m. Picture-taking is permitted.
For more information, call 440-728-5841
Geauga PERI Meets
Dec. 13, 11 a.m.
The Geauga County Public Employee Retirees, Inc. (PERI) No. 86 will hold its Christmas luncheon with holiday music at St. Mary’s Banquet Hall in Chardon. Lunch is at 11:30 a.m.
Call or text 440-226-4491 to RSVP by Dec. 8.
