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
Jan. 30, 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.
Appalachian Spring Concert
Jan. 31, 4-5:30 p.m.
Snowbelt Symphony Orchestra presents “Appalachian Spring,” featuring conductor Greg Hillis and soloists Alan Miller and John Paul Leopold, of The Stars of Summer International Piano Competition, at Chardon United Methodist Church.
Tickets are $25 for adults and $10 for students. For information, call 440-296-9610 or visit snowbeltmusical.org.
Chardon VFW Pancake Breakfasts
Sundays, 8 a.m. to noon
Chardon VFW Post 6519 is serving its annual pancake breakfasts every Sunday, Feb. 1 through March 29, 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 carryout orders.
Young of Heart
Feb. 6, 11:30 a.m.
Geauga Young of Heart will meet at St. Anselm Church in Chester Township. Refreshments will be provided. The program, “Bee Like Honey,” will explore bees and include a honey tasting.
Dues for 2026 must be paid by the end February to be listed in the membership directory. Anyone who is 55 or older and a resident of Geauga County is welcome to join. Meetings are canceled if the West Geauga Schools are closed because of weather; members will not receive a call.
FGP Explorer Series
Feb. 7, 10 a.m. to noon
Join Foundation for Geauga Parks for a “Winter Wildlife Walkabout” in the woods, fields and banks of the Upper Cuyahoga River at Eldon Russell Park in Burton with retired naturalist Dan Best.
For information or to register, visit foundationforgeaugaparks.org or call 440-564-1048.
Genealogical Society Meets
Feb. 10, 7-8:30 p.m.
Alan Jones will present “Using AI and Other Genealogy Innovations” via Zoom at the next meeting of the Geauga County Genealogical Society. He will discuss major innovations that help with family research.
The program begins after a brief business meeting. Registration is required; visit gcgsoh.org.
