Geauga Happenings
The Middlefield Historical Society is seeking donations for its Christmas sale on Nov. 21...
Christmas Sale Donations Needed
The Middlefield Historical Society is seeking donations for its Christmas sale on Nov. 21. For information or to donate items, call Barb at 440-503-6444.
Last Fly-In of Summer
Sept. 19, 7-11 a.m.
EAA Chapter 5 pilots will serve a pancake breakfast 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 and to register for rides, call 440-836-3225 or visit chapters.eaa5.org.
Free Fresh Produce
Sept. 19, 9-11 a.m.
Newbury Community Church hosts a fresh produce giveaway at 14916 Auburn Road. Cleveland FoodBank provides the service to lower income Geauga County residents the third Saturday of each month through October. Please bring ID and bags.
Museum Open House
Sept. 19, 1-4 p.m.
The Bainbridge Township Historical Society will open the Bissell-Tucek Museum, 17870 Chillicothe Road in Heritage Park.
Admission is free. For more information, visit bainbridgehistoricalsociety.org.
Square Dance Lessons
Tuesdays, 7-9 p.m.
Hubs Square Dance Club offers beginner square dance lessons at Valley Presbyterian Church, 17560 Chillicothe Road, Bainbridge Township. No experience or partner is required, and the first lesson is free. Lessons feature contemporary music in a casual atmosphere.
For information, email hubssquaredance@gmail.com.
Get Septic Smart
Sept. 22, 6-7:30 p.m.
Join the Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District and Geauga Public Health for a free SepticSmart program at the Geauga County Public Library Administrative Center, 12701 Ravenwood Drive, Chardon.
Resource professionals with Geauga Public Health will discuss how a home septic system works, how to maintain a home’s sewage treatment system and what to do when it appears to not be working properly.
Registration is required by visiting www.geaugaswcd.com or calling 440-834-1122.
Bargain Box
Sept. 25, 8 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Women’s Guild of St. Christopher’s by-the-River Church is holding its semi-annual Bargain Box sale at the church located at 7601 Old Mill Road, Gates Mills. Early bird entry from 8-9 a.m. has a fee. Call 440-423-4451 for information.
Chardon VFW Rummage Sale
Sept. 25 and 26, 9 a.m. to 4 p.m.
The Chardon VFW Post 6519 Auxiliary will hold its annual rummage sale, bake sale and 50/50 raffle at the post located at 752 Water St. in Chardon.
To donate items, drop them off at the post Sept. 22-24 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. No clothing, large furniture or TVs will be accepted. Call 440-667-6652 with any questions.
Swiss Steak Dinner
Sept. 25, 5-7 p.m.
The community is invited to attend a Swiss steak dinner at Parkman Congregational Church, 18265 Madison Road, Middlefield. Carryout is available.
Seeking Craft Vendors
St. Anselm Women’s Guild is now accepting vendors for its Christmas Boutique which will be on Nov.14. If interested, contact Shirley Chambers at 216-832-5158.
Auburn FD Clambake
Sept. 26, 6-8 p.m.
Auburn Fire Department is hosting its annual clambake at the fire station located at 10950 Washington St. in Auburn Township. Musical entertainment will be provided by Hank B Free.
Presale tickets only by calling or texting Patti at 440-343-0054 or Deb at 216-375-1218 or emailing Auburnclambake@gmail.com. Preorders must be placed by Sept. 19.
Class of 1991 Reunion
Oct. 3, 6 p.m.
The Chardon High School Class of 1991 will hold its reunion at the Euclid Rifle and Gun Club, 17160 Whitney Road, Montville Township. Eric Germovsek will prepare the food, and Scott Darpel will provide entertainment.
Reservations are requested through the class Facebook page to help organizers determine a headcount. Classmates on Facebook are encouraged to RSVP for those who are not. Payment will be collected at the event.
A casual gathering also is being planned by Jae Liston for Oct. 2 for those unable to attend Saturday. Any input or suggestions are welcome.
GCRTA Luncheon
Oct. 6, 11:15 a.m.
The Geauga County Retired Teachers Association will meet at Tanglewood Golf Club, 8745 Tanglewood Drive, in Chagrin Falls. Social time will be followed by the business meeting at 11:30 a.m. and a chicken piccata lunch at noon.
After lunch, the program will feature a forum from area candidates who will discuss their positions on education.
For information and reservations, contact Judy Miller at 440-487-4324 by Sept. 27.
Please bring paper products or canned goods for the Geauga Hunger Task Force. Consider bringing a newly retired teacher, school personnel or guest to the meeting.
GSWCD Dinner and Election
Oct. 6, 5:30 p.m.
The Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District will celebrate 82 years of conservation at its annual dinner and election at Veterans Legacy Woods Tribute Lodge. The evening will feature dinner, conservation awards, raffles and a presentation on bald eagles by Harvey Webster.
The election for a board of supervisors member will be held from 5:30-6:30 p.m. This year’s candidate is Bob Lausin of Thompson Township, a lifelong farmer and current SWCD board vice chair.
Dinner begins at 6:30 p.m. Registration is required by Sept. 28. For information or to register, call 440-834-1122 or visit geaugaswcd.com.
Creations Unique Boutique
Oct. 17, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.
The Children’s Guild of Cleveland is hosting its annual Creations unique boutique featuring holiday items, gifts, household goods, children’s items, gourmet treats and more at the Family Life Center, 16349 Chillicothe Road in Bainbridge Township.
All proceeds benefit Cleveland area children. For information, visit www.childrensguildcleveland.org.
