Geauga Happenings
Dorothy’s Porch, a free community giveaway of clothing for the family, household items, bedding, toys and books, will be held at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road in Chardon...
Dorothy’s Porch Giveaway
May 28 and 29, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Dorothy’s Porch, a free community giveaway of clothing for the family, household items, bedding, toys and books, will be held at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road in Chardon.
Food Pantry Open
May 29, 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.
Community Garage Sale
May 30, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
The Metzenbaum Foundation will host its “Trunk to You” community garage sale at the Metzenbaum Center, 8200 Cedar Road, Chester Township.
Residents will sell gently used items and crafts from their vehicles in the parking lot, while additional craft vendors and direct sales consultants will offer goods inside the gym.
Proceeds benefit Metzenbaum Foundation community programs.
Polka-Style Worship, Picnic and Concert
May 31
The Chardon Polka Band will lead a lively polka-style worship service at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road, Chardon, beginning with coffee and donuts at 9:30 a.m.
Following the worship service from 10-11 a.m., a free picnic-style lunch will be provided by members of Celebration from 11 a.m. to noon., and the Chardon Polka Band will present a free concert in the sanctuary from 12-1 p.m. Activities for children will be available.
Monetary donations will be accepted during the worship service and concert to benefit Torchlight Youth Mentoring Alliance based in Painesville.
For more information, contact Paul at 440-897-0121.
Chicken Dinner
June 3, 3:30-6 p.m.
Southington United Methodist Church is hosting a chicken dinner at 4348 state Route 305.
Dinner includes chicken, potatoes, coleslaw, applesauce, a roll, dessert and beverage. Cost is $15 for adults, $7 for children (chicken tenders) and free for children 3 and younger. Cash only.
For more information, call 330-898-2156.
MHS Garage Sale
June 4-6, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Middlefield Historical Society (MHS) is hosting its annual garage
sale at the Century Inn Underloft, 14979 South State Ave.
EAA Pancake Breakfasts Set
EAA Chapter 5 pilots will host pancake breakfasts June 6 from 8 a.m. to noon at Lake County Executive Airport, 1969 Lost Nation Road, Willoughby, and June 27 from 7-11 a.m. at Geauga County Airport, 15421 Old State Road, Middlefield.
Breakfast includes all-you-can-eat pancakes, scrambled eggs, bacon or sausage, coffee and drinks. Cost is $10 for adults and $5 for children ages 3-12; children under 3 are free.
Free Young Eagles airplane rides for ages 8-17, with parental permission, and hands-on youth activities also will be offered.
For information, call 440-836-3225 or visit eaa5.org.
Mayfield Church Garage Sale
June 6, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m.
Mayfield Church is holding its annual garage sale in the main parking lot of the church located at 7747 Mayfield Road, Chester Township. The event features more than 30 sellers. Hot dogs will be available at 11:30 a.m.
To sell or volunteer, email laurie@mayfieldchurch.org or call 440-729-4006, ext. 104.
FGP Explorer Series
June 6, 10 a.m. to noon
Join Foundation for Geauga Parks for “Aquatic Adventure for All Ages” at Beartown Lakes Reservation, 18870 Quinn Road in Bainbridge Township. Join naturalist Dan Best to explore the pond to learn about what’s on, in and under the water.
For information or to register, visit foundationforgeaugaparks.org or call 440-564-1048.
Meet Us in the Garden
June 6, 10 a.m.
The OSU Lake County Master Gardener Volunteers continues its Meet Us in the Garden talk at the Mentor Public Library, 8215 Mentor Ave.
The topic, “Watering Resources,” will explore how well-timed and good watering systems promote healthy plants which are better able to fight off insects and disease.
The session is free, but registration is required. Visit mentorpl.org or call 440-255-8811.
Call the Master Gardeners helpline at 440-853-2625 with any gardening questions.
Chardon Flea Market
June 7, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
Chardon Square Association presents the 35th annual Chardon Flea Market on Chardon Square. Held rain or shine, the market will feature over 100 vendors selling antiques, collectibles, produce, plants, homemade items and more. For more information, visit chardonsquareassociation.org.
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