Geauga Happenings
The food pantry at the Chester Christian Center church is open to anyone in the community in need of food...
Food Pantry Open
Feb. 28, 10 a.m. to noon
The food pantry at the Chester Christian Center church is open to anyone in the community in need of food. One does not need to be a member of the church to attend.
The church is located at 11815 Chillicothe Road in Chester Township.
FGP Explorers Series
March 1, 10 a.m. to noon
Join Foundation for Geauga Parks to “Sneak a Peek” at Tupelo Pond, Big Creek Park, 9373 Ravenna Road in Chardon. For information or to register, visit foundationforgeaugaparks.org or call 440-564-1048.
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.
Montville Chili Cook-Off
March 1, 5-7 p.m.
Montville Firefighters’ Association is hosting a chili cook-off at the Montville Community Center, 9755 Madison Road.
Burton Library Book Sale
March 2, 8, 9, 16, 23 and 30, 10 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Stop by after one of the local pancake breakfasts to shop Burton Public Library’s book sale. Entrance to the book sale is at the back of the building located at 14588 W. Park St.
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.
Have A Heart Spay/Neuter
Valley Save-A-Pet will open its 2025 Have A Heart low cost spay/neuter program on March 3. The program offers cat and dog sterilizations at a discounted rate to pet owners.
Call 440-232-2287 any Monday and Wednesday from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. for information and to apply for a spay/neuter certificate. Calls will also be answered on the first Saturday of the month beginning in April. Feral cat caregivers are also encouraged to call.
To learn more about the organization’s programs and events, visit www.valleysaveapet.org.
CVWC New Member Luncheon
March 5, 12-2 p.m.
The Chagrin Valley Woman’s Club is hosting a new members luncheon at Welshfield Inn, 14001 Main Market Road, Burton. Reservations are a must. RSVP to Carole at 440-729-4722. The public is welcome.
Kindness Sewing Circle
March 7, 10:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.
NPower Services hosts a Kindness Sewing Circle at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road in Chardon. The monthly gathering is open to people of all abilities and provides a creative space for participants to craft fabric projects that benefit others in need.
In collaboration with Sew4Service and Celebration Lutheran, the free event will take place on the first Friday of each month through May 2.
Anyone interested in participating may email Anne Marie Wolfe at
AnneMarie@NPowerServices.com or register online at www.npowerservices.com.
Young of Heart
March 7, 11:30 a.m.
Geauga Young of Heart will meet at St. Anselm Church in Chester Township. Bring a brown bag lunch. Snacks and beverages are provided.
Dan Karl will entertain the group with his keyboard, guitar and vocals.
A trip has been planned to the Tulip Festival in Holland, Mich., on May 6-8. Call Kimber at 440-688-3293 or Kit at 216-543-4442 for availability.
Polka Dance
March 8, 1-5 p.m.
Open to the public, Val’s Polka Dances and American Legion Post 432 are having a polka dance at 2 Cherry St. in Sharon Pa. There will be music by the Bob Zolka Band and ethnic foods from Catering by Carol. For more information, call 330-318-3004.
Groundwater and Well Maintenance
March 11, 6-8 p.m.
Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District, Geauga Public Health, Geauga County Department of Water Resources and the Ohio Environmental Protection Agency are collaborating to present “Well Educated: A Deeper Look at Groundwater and Well Maintenance” at the Geauga County Public Library Administrative Center, 12701 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon.
Free and open to the public, the program will feature an overview of groundwater in Geauga County, the public’s role in maintaining water wells, the importance of testing and helpful resources that are available.
Reservations are required by March 3. Geauga SWCD also offering free total coliform bacteria drinking water tests to county residents who register and attend.
For more information or to register, contact Gail Prunty at gprunty@geaugaswcd.com or 440-834-1122.
DTJ Nut Rolls
DTJ Taborville is selling apricot, nut and poppy seed rolls. Orders must be received by March 13. Call 440-543-8494.
Indoor Flea Market
March 22, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Munson Township’s indoor flea market will be held at the Munson Town Hall and Fire Station Bay, 12210 Auburn Road. The $1 entrance fee for shoppers will go toward the Munson Township Scholarship Fund. Youth 12 and under are free.
Contact the township office at 440-286-9255 for more information or to rent a space.
Talk to a Master Gardener
Thursdays, 11 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Come to Burton Public Library for free gardening advice from Master Gardener Volunteers of Geauga every Thursday through April. Get answers to any gardening issue.
