Geauga Happenings
Join Geauga County Master Gardener Volunteer Charlie Stevens for a discussion regarding site selection, soil testing, preparation and common pitfalls to avoid when starting a garden...
Gardening 101
Feb. 22, 10 a.m. to noon
Join Geauga County Master Gardener Volunteer Charlie Stevens for a discussion regarding site selection, soil testing, preparation and common pitfalls to avoid when starting a garden. Class will be held at the Geauga County Extension Office, Patterson Center, 14269 Claridon-Troy Road, Burton. Registration is required by calling 440-834-4656.
Auburn Pancake Breakfast
Feb. 23, 8 a.m. to noon
Auburn Boy Scout Troop 101 will host its annual all-you-can-eat pancake and sausage breakfast at the Auburn Fire Station, 10950 E. Washington St., Auburn Township.
American Legion Pancakes
Sundays, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
American Legion Post 459 is serving its annual all-you-can-eat pancake and sausage breakfasts every Sunday through April 6 at the post located at 14052 Goodwin St. in Burton.
Chardon VFW Pancake Breakfasts
Sundays, 8 a.m. to noon
Chardon VFW Post 6519 will be serving its annual pancake breakfasts every Sunday through March 30 at the post located at 752 Water St. in Chardon. Breakfast features three flavors of pancakes, French toast, eggs made to order, home fries, sausage, bacon, ham and toast. Call 440-285-3699 for takeout orders.
Family First Council
Feb. 24, 1:30 p.m.
Geauga Family First Council will meet at the Geauga County Office Building, Suite B168/Carlton Room, 12611 Ravenwood Drive in Chardon. Meetings are open to the public.
For more information, contact Tim Kehres, Geauga Family First Council coordinator, at 440-285-1201.
LCGS Meeting
Feb. 27, 10 a.m.
The Lake County Genealogical Society (LCGS) will meet via Zoom. Following a brief business meeting, Mary Jamba will present “Where are They? Strategies for Navigating Challenging Names in Databases.”
Visit www.lcgsohio.org for more information and an invitation to the Zoom meeting by Feb. 25.
Abundant Life Ministry Pancake Breakfasts
Saturdays in March, 7 a.m. to noon
Enjoy all-you-can-eat buttermilk pancake breakfasts with real maple syrup at Abundant Life Ministry Center, 13724 Carlton St. in Burton. There will be three varieties of pancakes along with sausage for $10. Check out the book sale with elementary library books and desks.
Maple Driving Tour
March 1, 2, 8 and 9, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Maple Producers of Northeast Ohio is hosting the 2025 “How Sweet It Is” self-guided Maple Tour. Maple syrup producers across northeast Ohio will open their sugarhouses to visitors to learn about their operations and see how maple syrup and maple products are made.
For more information, including a complete list of participating producers and a map of locations, visit mpneoh.com.
Meet Us In The Garden
March 1, 10 a.m.
The OSU Lake County Master Gardener Volunteers host their first Meet Us in the Garden talk of 2025 at the Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave.
Join for “Identifying Alternatives to Using Peat” to learn if there is a more sustainable option in light of climate change.
The session is free, but registration is required. Visit mentorpl.org or call 440-255-8811.
Montville Chili Cook-Off
March 1, 5-7 p.m.
Montville Firefighters’ Association will host a chili cook-off at the Montville Community Center, 9755 Madison Road. To enter, leave message at 440-968-3779 or email mrsb53@hotmail.com before Feb. 22.
Career Exploration Open House
March 4, 5-7 p.m.
High school and college graduates, high school students and job seekers are invited to a free Career Exploration Open House at KSU Geauga, 14111 Claridon-Troy Road in Burton. Sponsored by OhioMeansJobs Geauga County, Geauga Growth Partnership and Kent State University-Geauga, the event will provide valuable opportunities for attendees to connect with potential employers and explore career pathways.
No registration is required. Prizes will be given to all attendees. Call Maggie Carpenter at 440-564-1060 with questions or to register.
CWC Luncheon and Program
March 19, 12-1:30 p.m.
Join Chagrin Valley Christian Women’s Connection for a luncheon at the Chagrin Valley Athletic Club, 17260 Snyder Road in Bainbridge Township. The program features travel tips from local expert Kathy Shimer, of Destination Geauga. Stonecroft Ministry inspirational speaker Nancy Williams will share, “You are Priceless and Can Live Above Any Circumstances.” RSVP by March 12; call 440-213-1205 or email cwcchagrin@gmail.com for information.
