Geauga Happenings
Good Friday Meal
April 3, 11:30 a.m. to 7 p.m.
Chardon VFW Post 6519 is serving up Good Friday meals at the post located at 752 Water St. Menu items include fish, shrimp, chicken, pierogies and more. The public is welcome. Carryout is available. Call 440-285-3699 for information.
VFW Wednesday Dinners
Wednesdays, 5-7 p.m.
Chardon VFW Post 6519 is serving chicken parmesan dinners every Wednesday in April at the canteen located at 752 Water St. The public is welcome. Call 440-285-3699 for carryout orders.
Maple Syrup Workshop
April 11, 9:30 a.m. to noon
A hands-on maple syrup grading workshop will be held April 11 from 9:30 a.m. to noon at the Patterson Center at the Geauga County Fairgrounds.
“Making the Grade: A Guide to Making Quality Maple Syrup” will cover official color grades, from delicate to very dark, along with testing for density and clarity. Participants may bring at least a half-pint of syrup for tasting and evaluation. A guided tasting will help identify flavor profiles and common off-flavors.
The workshop is open to hobbyists and experienced producers. Pre-registration is required at mpneoh.com.
American Legion Pancake Breakfasts
April 12 and 19, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.
Burton Middlefield American Legion Atwood-Mauck Post 459 is serving its annual all-you-can-eat pancake, sausage and scrambled eggs breakfasts at the post located at 14052 Goodwin St. in Burton. Cost is $10 for adults, $5 for children ages 6-13 and free for children under 6.
Author to Present Ohio History
April 12, 2 p.m.
The Chesterland Historical Foundation and the Cleveland and Eastern Interurban Museum will host Dr. Dan Rager for an open house at the corner of Caves and Mayfield roads in Chester Township.
Rager will present his new book, “Ohio: Gateway to America (1776-2026),” exploring 250 years of Ohio transportation history, from Indian trails and canals to railroads, automobiles and modern roadways. The program will feature photos, maps and insights into how transportation shaped the state’s development.
Genealogical Society Meets
April 14, 6:30 p.m.
The Geauga County Genealogical Society will meet at the Chardon Library for “America’s Roadway to Adventure-Getting There on Rt. 6” with Gary Hunter, executive director Ohio U.S. Route 6 Tourist Association. The program begins at 7 p.m. following social time and a brief business meeting.
Preregistration is required at geaugalibrary.libcal.com.
Trash and Treasure Sale
April 17 and 18
Parkman Congregational Church is hosting its annual Trash and Treasure rummage sale on Friday from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. and Saturday from 9 a.m. to noon. The church is located at 18265 Madison Road in Middlefield.
FGP Explorer Series
April 17, 6-7:30 p.m.
Join Foundation for Geauga Parks for “Up Close with Bluebirds” at Holden Arboretum. Naturalist and bander Sue Ash Sandford will lead participants in peeking into nesting boxes, counting eggs, banding nestlings and more.
For information or to register, visit foundationforgeaugaparks.org or call 440-564-1048.
Ida’s Cupboard Pantry
Pilgrim Christian Church’s food pantry, Ida’s Cupboard, provides groceries to families in need. Hours are 10:30-11:30 a.m. Monday through Thursday and 3:30-4:30 p.m. Friday. The pantry is located at the rear entrance of the church, 202 S. Hambden St., Chardon.
For more information, visit pcc-chardon.org.
