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“Christopher Columbus” Sets Course for Geauga County

March 29, 2012 -

Burton – “Christopher Columbus” will land on the shores of Northeast Ohio aboard the Nautica Queen April 12 at 8:30 AM, and begin an adventure to Geauga County that will highlight Ohio Chautauqua and its stop at Century Village Museum …

Adopt A Garden At Century Village

March 22, 2012 -

Burton – Geauga County Historical Society’s Century Village in Burton, Ohio is eagerly seeking dedicated, interested gardeners to join its volunteer gardening team for the coming year.  Gardeners will have the opportunity to “adopt” and tend their favorite garden from …

Inkjet cartridge recycling at the Burton Public Library

January 23, 2012 -

Burton – The Burton Public Library is now collecting empty inkjet cartridges for recycling.  Cartridges can be deposited in a collection box located in the front lobby of the library.  Simply place your old cartridge in a plastic sandwich bag …

Start of sugaring season in Pancake Town USA

January 23, 2012 - Start of sugaring season in Pancake Town USA

Burton – Even though winter has been reluctant to arrive, plans are underway to begin making pure Geauga County maple syrup in Burton Village.  The Burton Chamber Of Commerce will hold the 4th Tree Tapping Ceremony Saturday February 11, from …

A Christmas Tea

November 7, 2011 - A Christmas Tea

Burton – Usher in your holiday season at the elegant Friends of WomenSafe Christmas Tea.  Enjoy nibbling on dainty sandwiches, freshly-baked scones with clotted cream and jam while hearing the life story of Amelia Earhart and shopping a Chinese auction …

Fifth Annual Kids Safety Day in Burton

September 10, 2011 -

Friends of CASA for KIDS of Geauga County will present its fifth annual Kids’ Safety Day at Century Village in Burton on Saturday, September 10th from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Held on the beautiful grounds of Century Village near …

Great Geauga County Fair Promises Family Fun Over Labor Day Weekend

August 27, 2011 - Estelle R. Brown

Burton – The Great Geauga County Fair is Ohio’s oldest fair, featuring more than 65 performers, acts, shows and contests, including the annual Fair King & Queen Contest. It’s an ideal family-friendly destination over Labor Day weekend, September 1-5, 9 …

Best Show In Town: Live From Burton Wetlands

August 12, 2011 -

Burton – Enjoy an evening insect concert as cricket/katydid specialist and musician Dr. Lisa Rainsong introduces us to members of the Burton Wetlands insect orchestra.
Insect Orchestra: Nature’s Musicians will be presented on Friday, August 26 – 7:30 to 9 p.m. …

Customer Service is Alive and Well at Hill Hardware

July 18, 2011 - Lois Hewitt Customer Service is Alive and Well at Hill Hardware

Burton – In these days when good customer service is hard to find, David and Mary Anne Lamppert are keeping the concept alive and well at Hill Hardware.  Hill Hardware is a place where people who want to fix things …

History Meets Fine Dining At the Welshfield Inn

July 10, 2011 - Lois Hewitt

Burton – Herbert Hoover once said “The supreme purpose of history is a better world.”  As each generation grows older, history does become more important as it connects us to our roots and grounds us in our present.  Northeast Ohio …