Geauga Happenings
Geauga Young of Heart will visit the Atlas Movie Theatre behind Eastgate...
Young of Heart
May 24, noon
Geauga Young of Heart will visit the Atlas Movie Theatre behind Eastgate. The movie is to be determined. Call Kimber at 440-668-3293 for information.
The annual for-members-only birthday party with a Western theme will be on June 21 in St. Anselm’s Kelly Hall. Lunch and birthday cake will be provided by YOH. Entertainment will be by Steppin’ Out. To reserve a spot, sign up at a meeting or call Elaine Hippley at 440-729-9371.
Civil War Encampment
May 25 and 26
Geauga County Historical Society presents a Civil War Encampment on the grounds of Century Village Museum in Burton. The event features authentic reenactors, sutlers, battles and a special live musical performance.
For information and tickets, call 440-834-1492 or visit centuryvillagemuseum.org.
Holiday Polka Party
May 27, 1-7 p.m.
A Memorial Day polka dance party will be held at SNPJ Farm, 10946 Heath Road, Kirtland. Enjoy ethnic food and live music featuring the orchestras of Don Wojtila and Frank Stanger. Open to the public. For information, call 330-318-3004.
LCGS Meeting
May 30, 10 a.m.
The Lake County Genealogical Society (LCGS) will meet via Zoom. Following a brief business meeting, guest speaker Steve Szabados will present “Find Your Roots in Naturalization Records.”
Visit www.lcgsohio.org for more information and the invitation to the Zoom meeting. One does not need to be a member to attend the monthly meeting.
Large Item Trash Drop-Off Day
June 1, 8 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Auburn Township residents may bring their items to the Adam Hall Community Center, 11455 Washington St. No hazardous waste, building products, household garbage or yard waste will be accepted.
A nominal fee of $7 per car and small truckloads and $10 per large truckload will be charged. A maximum of eight truck tires, on and off rims, per household will be accepted for free.
Senior residents qualify for free item pick-up service on May 30 and 31. Seniors must first preregister with the Geauga County Department on Aging at 440-279-2130.
Call the Auburn Administration Office with any questions, 440-543-7028 or visit www.auburntownship.com.
Woodland Management Field Day
June 1, 9 a.m. and 1 p.m.
Join for a free, interactive field day at the Working Woods demonstration forest at The Holden Arboretum, 9805 Sperry Road, Kirtland. Attendees will tour the woods and learn about woodland management demonstrations firsthand.
On-the-ground demo areas include a 5-year-old timber harvest, edge feathering and habitat improvements, nontimber forest products such as mushroom logs, invasive management, thinning, plantings and more.
Multiple agencies and professionals will also be in attendance with materials and information. Morning and afternoon tour times are available.
For more information or to register, call Pam Brown at 440-602-3849, ext. 269 or visit holdenfg.org.
GCRTA to Meet
June 4, 11:15 a.m.
The Geauga County Retired Teachers Association will meet at the E.O.U.V. Club, 8636 Pekin Road in Russell Township. Gathering time will be followed by a business meeting at 11:30 a.m. and a grilled chicken salad luncheon at noon.
Guest speakers are Wade Steen, reinstated STRS board member, and Robin Rayfield, ORTA executive director. A 50/50 raffle and free lunch raffle will follow the program.
For more information, contact Judy Miller at 440 487-4324 or email harpergma6@gmail.com. Remember to bring paper products or canned goods for Geauga County Job and Family Services.
Help for Mental Illness
NAMI Geauga offers mental health support groups and classes for families and persons affected by mental illness. There is no charge to participants. All offerings are 100% peer led and meet in person or on Zoom.
Check out NAMI’s calendar online for the latest listings: www.namigeauga.org.
