Be An Educated Hunter With Classes from Geauga Park District
Hunter education is for everyone – individuals, families, new and experienced hunters – which is why Geauga Park District’s Ranger Department is offering an Ohio Hunter Education course two Saturdays next month, September 21 and 28, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Big Creek Park’s Donald W. Meyer Center. Registration is required at www.wildohio.com or 1-800-WILDLIFE. Coursework will include hunter responsibility,...
Bird Tornados Hit Geauga County
See something you’ll never forget, then notice it for years to come – guaranteed! Witness the annual phenomenon of hundreds of Chimney Swifts swirling tornado-like, then plummeting into an old chimney en route to South America – an unforgettable spectacle by all accounts. Geauga Park District will host its annual Chimney Swift Tornado Strikes Again! viewing experiences on Wednesday, September 11,...
Alzheimer’s Association – New Newbury Caregiver Support Group
NEWBURY - The Alzheimer’s Association is pleased to announce a new caregiver support group is starting at St. Helen Catholic Church, 12060 Kinsman Rd., Newbury, OH 44065. This spiritually-based group is open to all and offers a safe place for caregivers, family and friends currently caring for persons with dementia to develop a support system. There is no charge to...
Geauga County Master Gardener Volunteers Programs
TO REGISTER CALL 440-834-4656 Unless otherwise noted, classes are held at the Geauga County OSU Extension Office, Patterson Center (at the north end of the Burton Fairgrounds), 14269 Claridon-Troy Road. While walk-ins are usually welcome, we appreciate advance registration. Please call 440-834-4656 to register. Mail checks, payable to OSU Extension to: PO Box 387, Burton, OH 44021. View...
Mother-Daughter Duo Go Through Kent State Geauga Nursing Program Together
Geauga County - Ronda McCaskey and Caitlyn Horvath are best friends who went through the nursing program together and graduated one year apart with Bachelor of Science in Nursing (BSN) degrees from Kent State University’s Geauga Campus. Now they are both intensive care nurses. But they also happen to be mother and daughter. For mom Ronda, nursing was a life...
Nontraditional Student Pursues Future in Nursing for her Daughter’s Sake
Burton - Sarah Brugmann is a self-described “people person” from Mantua who has always wanted to be a nurse. Her own mother was diagnosed with Multiple Sclerosis (MS) even before Sarah was born. Since Sarah — along with her dad and sister — has been a caregiver for her mother for the past 15 years, this has greatly influenced...
Perennial Gardeners’ Annual Plant Sale
It’s here! Spring! The Perennial Gardeners of Chesterland’s annual Plant Sale held the day before Mother’s Day! Mark your calendars for May 11, 8 a.m. to 2 p.m. at the Chester Town Hall, 13455 Chillicothe Road, just north of Mayfield Road on Rt. 306, rain or shine. The timing couldn’t be better for gardeners to turn out and shop...
Burton Public Library Events – April
The following events are being held at the Burton Public Library. If registration is required, please contact the library at www.burtonlibrary.org or 440-834-4466. Adults Bass Lake: From resort to refuge, Bass Lake has a rich and varied natural and cultural history. Learn about how it was in days gone by as a resort, and today as a refuge...
Amy Hochschild of Burton Elementary School is Recognized as Ohio Conservation Teacher of the Year!
Burton - Each year the Ohio Federation of Soil and Water Conservation Districts (OFSWCD) recognizes two outstanding classroom teachers (elementary and secondary) from across the state, chosen for their exemplary efforts and commitment to conservation education. The Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is proud to announce that Amy Hochschild of Burton Elementary School has been named the...
Geauga County Master Gardener Volunteers 2019 Programs & Events
TO REGISTER CALL 440-834-4656 Unless otherwise noted, classes are held at the Geauga County OSU Extension Office, Patterson Center (at the north end of the Burton Fairgrounds), 14269 Claridon-Troy Road. While walk-ins are usually welcome, we appreciate advance registration. Please call 440-834-4656 to register. Mail checks, payable to OSU Extension to: PO Box...
“How Sweet It Is” Maple Driving Tour of NE Ohio
Mark your calendars! The 2019 NE Ohio “How Sweet It Is” Maple Driving Tour hosted by Maple Producers of NE Ohio will be the first two weekends in March. 16 Maple Syrup producers across northeast Ohio will open their sugarhouses for you to visit. Some are larger operations and some operations fit in the backyard of the producer’s home....
THINK SUMMER with Geauga SWCD’s Teacher Workshop!
This summer the Geauga and Portage Soil and Water Conservation Districts are offering a unique and affordable workshop for teachers! Welcoming educators of all grades and disciplines, this workshop provides valuable training along with graduate credits through Ashland University. Join us and learn new ways to meet content standards through engaging lessons, outdoor experiences, and real-world applications. The Advanced...
All Around Children Earns Award
Congratulations to All Around Children in Parkman for receiving a 4 Star Award with Step Up To Quality. Staff worked very hard to achieve this award. All Around Children Learning Center offers unique, expertly-designed early childhood education programs for infants as young as six weeks, toddlers, preschoolers and school agers up to 12 years old. They provide ample opportunities for...
‘Tis The Season To Anticipate Sweet Maple Treats
February always brings a longing for maple sugaring in Geauga County, and with it, the anticipation of all of this special season’s naturally sweet rewards. To whet your appetite, please join Geauga Park District for Sweet Maple: How to Make Maple Confections on Saturday, February 23, 1 to 2:30 p.m. at The West Woods Nature Center. Two local maple producers –...
Preserving Geauga County Farmland for Generations to Come
The Clean Ohio Local Agricultural Easement Purchase Program (LAEPP) provides funding to assist landowners in preserving farmland. The program purchases agricultural easements from landowners who volunteer to keep their land in agricultural production in perpetuity. For the third consecutive year, the Geauga County Board of County Commissioners, with assistance from Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District, is...
Maple Tree Tapping Time 2019 – Burton Tapping Ceremony
Burton - Each spring Burton Village comes alive after a long winter to become Pancake Town U.S.A. The first step to this is the annual Tree Tapping Ceremony. The maple trees that grow in the Village Green will be officially tapped to kick off the 2019 maple season. The 2019 Tree Tapping Ceremony, sponsored by the Burton Chamber...
Nature’s Ornaments
From evergreens to icicles, the beauty of the holiday season can be seen in Nature. Try your hand at making your own unique ornaments from natural items by stopping into The West Woods Nature Center on Sunday, December 23, any time 2 to 4 p.m. during Nature Ornaments: Make It Yourself!Registration is required ahead of time to join in on...
Middlefield Keeps the Grinch from Stealing their Christmas
Middlefield - How do decorated trees, a craft show, the Grinch, fireworks, Cindy Lou Who and present snatching work together? If you said Merry Middlefield then you’d be correct. This past weekend it was Merry Middlefield, a Christmas celebration that included the Grinch, along with his side kick Max visiting area businesses trying to steal the children’s gifts the...
A New Park District Acquisition
Geauga Park District is pleased to announce its acquisition of the property formerly known as Wicked Woods Golf Course, a 180-acre parcel located at the corner of Routes 44 and 87 in Burton and Newbury township, after the Board of Park Commissioners voted to approve the purchase November 13. “We are grateful to Ed and Connie Babcock for the...
Be An Educated Hunter
Geauga Park District’s Ranger Department is offering a Hunter Education Course spanning two upcoming Saturdays, October 20 and 27, 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Big Creek Park’s Donald W. Meyer Center. Admission will be limited to 10 students, with registration required on the Ohio Division of Natural Resources’ website at http://bit.ly/2DXmn6G.Coursework will be for first-time hunters who want to...
Amish Style Wedding Dinner
Middlefield - The Friends of WomenSafe annual Amish Wedding Dinner is being held Wednesday evening, October 10, 2018 at home of Mary Miller in Middlefield. Doors open at 5:00 p.m. with dinner being served at 5:30. For only $30.00 ($15 for children under 10) you will enjoy mouth-watering baked chicken, stuffing, mashed potatoes, gravy, seasonal vegetables, seven-layer salad, date...
Clean Water is Everyone’s “Duty”
Geauga County - Throughout 2018, the Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD) is promoting simple measures to help us “Steer Clear” of stormwater pollution and waste runoff. This week the District, along with Geauga Public Health, are urging homeowners to do their part and be SepticSmart! September 17 – 21 is nationally recognized as 2018 SepticSmart Week, showcasing...
Art Show Call For Entries
Burton Public Library is looking for entries for the 35th Annual Burton Art Show to be held October 2-14 at the Burton Public Library, Burton, OH. JUDGES: Mary Ann Sedivy - All Media except Photography; Matthew Connors - Photography ENTRY NIGHT: Tuesday, September 25 from 5:30 - 7:45 p.m. PLACE: Burton Public Library, 14588 W. Park St., Burton, OH FEES: $10/item or $25...
Test Yourself & Your Trail Horse
Those with horses are invited to register for a unique horseback activity designed to unify and educate trail users: Geauga Park District’s annual Trail Horse Nature Challenge on Saturday, September 22, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Swine Creek Reservation. Participants and their horses face a 1- to 2-hour challenge course with natural trail obstacles and Nature trivia, helmets recommended....
The 2018 Geauga SWCD Rain Barrel Auction Begins!
The Geauga Soil & Water Conservation District (SWCD) is proud to roll out the barrels of their 2018 Rain Barrel Yard Art Campaign! Through this creative community initiative, local artists transform 55-gallon recycled plastic barrels into beautiful, repurposed rain barrels! By collecting rooftop runoff for watering landscapes, lawns, and flower gardens, these decorated barrels help save water, alleviate flooding,...
The Kelly Miller Circus Comes to Middlefield
Middlefield - The Kelly Miller Circus will be in Middlefield at the Cardinal Middle School, Almeda Drive, Middlefield on Thursday July 26 and Friday July 27 with 2 shows each date, at 5:00 pm and 7:30 pm both dates. Buy tickets early at ticket outlets in Middlefield before the date of the show to save!! Presale tickets cost: Adults...
Library Director encourages residents to take part in a community conversation
Geauga County – How do you want your community library to serve you? That question will be discussed in conversations in Thompson and Bainbridge in July. These discussions will serve as a critical step in establishing the types of spaces that patrons can look forward to. Whether the need is for more creativity and storytime rooms or for private...
Special Event In Middlefield Marks 200 Years
Middlefield - Here’s a local history question for you to try: What’s the oldest building in Middlefield? It’s the building now known as the Century Inn, formerly known as Thompson Tavern or Batavia House. Now home to Middlefield Historical Society, the Century Inn has reached a major landmark. The main building was erected in 1818 by James Thompson (a member...
Protect Geauga Parks Shelter Sound-Off
Protect Geauga Parks will be having a Shelter Sound- Off on Thursday evening, July 12, 6:30 - 8:30 pm at the Minnow Pond Shelter at Beartown Lakes Reservation in Auburn Township. There will be refreshments and opportunity to meet and greet at 6:30 with updates and discussion beginning at 7. Come and hear updates on what PGP has been doing...
Red Cross urges donors to fill Missing Types to prevent summer blood shortage
The American Red Cross needs help to bring back the A’s, B’s and O’s. This is not a typo. These letters represent blood types, and the reality is that during blood shortages these letters do go missing from hospital shelves. The American Red Cross urges donors of all blood types to give now to help prevent delays in patient...
