January 11 (Friday 7-9pm)

Meet the Artists: Joyce Gagnon & Margaret Khairallah

Big Creek Park.

Nature-inspired artwork including a wide variety of hand-pulled prints, oil & acrylic paintings and collage, on display through March. Refreshments. Free. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516.
www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

January 12 (Saturday, 9am-4pm)

Burton Library Friends’ Book Sale

Friends’ Book Sale in the Book Cellar. Burton Public Library. 440-834-4466

January 15 (Tuesday 6pm)

Annual Dinner Meeting

Year-end meeting at Bass Lake Taverne. Slideshow and swearing in of new directors and officers.Reservations by Jan. 8, 2008. $32/person. Chardon Area Chamber of Commerce. 440-285-9050

January 21 (Monday 9am-5pm)

Discovery Days 

Winter fun at Farmpark. Ice cream & bread making, planting plants, & seasonal crafts. Snowshoeing at scheduled times, weather permitting. Cowboy Ben teaches roping. Interactive learning. $6/adults; 60+/$5; Youth 2-11/Free with paid adult (no groups); Under 2/Free. Lake Metroparks Farmpark. 800-366-3276.
www.lakemetroparks.com

January 25, 26 Friday & Saturday 8pm)

January 27 (Sunday 2pm)

To Kill a Mockingbird

Geauga Lyric Theater on Historic Chardon Square. Drama. Scout and Jem are children in a quiet southern town with their father, attorney Atticus Finch. Tickets at www.geaugatheater.org, or the box office $12/Adults, $10 Senior/Students.
The Geauga Lyric Theater Guild.
440-286-2255.   

January 26 (Saturday 9am-1pm)

Nature Theme in Silk Screen Workshop

The West Woods Nature Center. Learn basic silk screen and create nature-themed images with Barbara Mikin. Materials provided. Registration fee/$18.00 due at reservation. Materials fee/$20 payable to instructor at program. Ages 18+.
Pre-registration. Geauga Park District.
440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

February 2 (Saturday 9:30am-1pm)

Burton Library

Friends’ Annual Chess Tournament

Tournament for grades K - 5. Registration
required. Free. Burton Public Library. 440.834.4466 

February 2 (Saturday 1-3pm) Free
Groundhog Day Frolic

The West Woods Nature Center.

Celebrate nature’s legendary weather forecaster. Crawl into a simulated hibernation den, winter/spring scavenger hunt, groundhog calling contest, woodchuck-style lunch, Groundhog Olympics and more!!! Free. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516.
www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

February 7 (Thursday 7-9 pm) Free
Bill Staines in Concert

The West Woods Nature Center 

Veteran folk music artist Bill Staines performs traditional folk tunes to country ballads. Opening act: Steve Madewell.  Free.

Sponsored by Geauga Park District Foundation. 440-286-9516.
www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

Feb. 8–March 19 (Tues.–Sat. 9am-5pm)

Quilts 2008

One of Ohio s finest quilt shows. Quilting workshops and lectures. People’s Choice award! Quilt Vendors Weekend, March 1 & 2 with demonstrations and shopping. $6/adults; 60+/$5; Youth 2-11/$4;
under 2/Free. Lake Metroparks Farmpark. 440-256-2122, 800-366-327
www.lakemetroparks.com

February 9 (Saturday 9am-4pm)

Burton Library Friends’ Book Sale

Burton Public Library. 440-834-4466

February 9 (Saturday 9:30am-1pm)

Burton Library

Friends’ Annual Chess Tournament

Tournament for grades 6 - 8.  Registration required. Free Event. Burton Public Library. 440.834.4466 

February 9 (Saturday 2-4pm)

Meet the Artists: The Paint Company

The West Woods Nature Center.

Meet the fourteen artists of the group“The Paint Company” and view nature-inspired watercolor paintings. On display through April. Refreshments.

Geauga Park District.
440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

February 12 (Tuesday 6:30-8:30pm)

Woodland Dreamcatcher
Ornament Workshop

Big Creek Park. Create a dreamcatcher ornament utilizing natural materials with artist Margaret Khairallah. All materials provided, but you may bring additional small natural materials if desired. Adults & kids13+/$12.00 Pre-registration required. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

February 16 (Saturday 9:30am-5pm)

Burton Library

Friends’ Annual Chess Tournament

Tournament for grades 9-12.  Registration required. Free Event. Burton Public Library. 440.834.4466 

February 16 & 17 (Saturday/Sunday 9am-3pm)

Dog Sled Classic

The only sled dog race in Ohio. Weather permitting. Teams will cover 1-6 miles through woods and across open fields.
No pets. Free to spectators. Call the park office for details or alternate date.
Punderson State Park. 440-564-2279

February 18 (Monday 10am-4:30pm)

Discovery Days 

Winter family fun at Farmpark. Ice cream & bread making, planting plants, and building seasonal crafts. Snowshoeing at scheduled times, weather permitting. Cowboy Ben teaches roping. Interactive learning
experiences. $6/adults; 60+/$5; Youth 2-11/Free with paid adult (no groups); Under 2/Free. Lake Metroparks Farmpark.  440-256-2122 800-366-3276. 
www.lakemetroparks.com

February 23 (Saturday 9:30am-5pm)

Burton Library

Friends’ Annual Chess Tournament

Tournament for Adults.  Registration required. Free Event.  Burton Public Library. 440.834.4466 

February 23 (Saturday 11:30am-4pm)

Chili Cook-Off

A casual, family-friendly event while you sample chili presented by area businesses & restaurants. Live musical entertainment, free give-aways and promotions. Full lunch menu at Farmers Grill. Free admission. $3.50 for sample cup pack. Middlefield Market Pavilion. 440-632-3196.

February 29-March 2; then March 7-9; March 14-16

(Fri., Sat. 8pm & Sun. 2pm)

Cheaper by the Dozen

Geauga Lyric Theater on Historic Chardon Square. Comedy about Anne and her father. $14/Adults, $12/Senior&Students. For tickets
& special performance times. The Geauga Lyric Theater Guild. 440-286-2255. www.geaugatheater.org

Every Sun. in March except Easter (8am-2pm)

Pancake Breakfast

Berkshire High School in Burton. Our 56th year serving all-you-can-eat pancakes breakfasts. Reservations available for groups of 12 or more. $7/Adult; $4/Children 4-10; Children under 4/FREE. $10/with Omelet. Burton-Middlefield Rotary Club. 877-283-3496. www.burtonmiddlefieldrotary.com

March 2– April 6 (Sun. except Easter (9am-2pm)

Pancake Breakfast

Century Village Museum, Rt. 87 &168 in Burton. All you can eat buttermilk, apple, and blueberry pancakes, featuring our locally produced maple syrup. $7 adults, $4 children 6-12, 5 and under Free. Geauga County Historical Society. 440-834-1492. www.geaugahistorical.org

March 2 (Sunday 9am - 4pm)

Burton Library Friends’ Book Sale

Friends’ Book Sale in the Book Cellar. Burton Public Library. 440-834-4466

March 7 (Friday 6pm dinner/8pm show)

Theater Party

Dinner at Bass Lake Taverne followed by premier of Cheaper by the Dozen musical at Geauga Lyric Theater. Dinner/Theater-$40/person. Theater Only-$12/person. Chardon Area Chamber of Commerce. 440-285-9050. emabel@chardonchamber.com

March 7-9; March 14-16 (Fri., Sat. 8pm & Sun. 2pm)

Cheaper by the Dozen

Geauga Lyric Theater on Historic Chardon Square. Comedy about Anne and her father. $14/Adults, $12/Senior&Students. For tickets
& special performance times. The Geauga Lyric Theater Guild. 440-286-2255. www.geaugatheater.org

March 8 (Saturday, 7:30-10:30pm)

Tree Tapper’s Ball

Parkman Community House: Rt. 422 east of Rt. 528/88.Celebrate the maple season with the ever popular, old-fashioned square dance. Caller Bob Smakula. Hotcake Hank & the Griddle-Greasers. Casual dress. Registration begins February 19 limited to 8 per party. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

Mar. 8 & 15 (Sat.) Mar. 9 (Sun. 10am-5pm)

March Maple Madness Driving Tour

Over 20 Yankee and Amish sugarhouses, from small backyard setups to large commercial operations, open to the public to demonstrate how pure maple syrup is made. Dress for the weather. Free event. Northeast Ohio Maple Producers. Terese Volkmann, 440-285-9536

March 8-9 (Sat. & Sun. 9am-5pm)

Maple Sugaring Weekend

Lake Metroparks Farmpark. Horse-drawn wagon ride to the Woodland Science Center to witness as sap is collected, boiled, and turned into maple syrup and other products. Pancake breakfast served 9 am-1 pm (additional cost). Farmpark admission: $6/adults; 60+/$5; Youth 2-11/$4; under 2/Free. Lake Metroparks Farmpark. 440-256-2122; 800-366-3276. www.lakemetroparks.com

March 8 & 9 (Sat. & Sun. 10am-5pm)

Sunrise Farm’s Easter Eggstravaganze

Free event. Sunrise Farm Market, Garden & Gifts. 440-834-1298

March 9 & 16 (Sun.) & March 15 (Sat.)(Noon-4)

Sap’s-A-Risin’! Celebration

Swine Creek Reservation. Visit a Sugarbush, Sugarhouse and Lodge for a walk through time from Native American tradition to modern methods. Help gather sap; costumed interpreters; have a sample taste; warm up with entertainment and maple treats in the lodge. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

March 9 (Sunday 9am-4pm)

Burton Library Friends’ Book Sale

Friends’ Book Sale in the Book Cellar. Burton Public Library. 440-834-4466.

Mid-March (Sat. & Sun. 11am-6pm)

Open House & Farm Tours

Come visit our farm to see these beautiful, gentle animals up close. Soft warm alpaca clothing, hand made purses & hats and soy candles, lotions, luffa soaps and more. Free Event. Open most weekends, by chance or by appt. Call for exact dates and directions. Crimpy Critters Alpaca Farm & Gift Shop. 440-968-0268.

March 14 & 15 (Fri. & Sat. various times & locations)

Celebrate St. Patrick’s Weekend
with Dean Morrissey

Sorry. This event has been cancelled

March 14-16 (Fri., Sat. 8pm & Sun. 2pm)

Cheaper by the Dozen

Geauga Lyric Theater on Historic Chardon Square. Comedy about Anne and her father. $14/Adults, $12/Senior&Students. For tickets
& special performance times. The Geauga Lyric Theater Guild. 440-286-2255. www.geaugatheater.org

March 16 Sunday (9-4)

Burton Library Friends’ Book Sale

Burton Public Library 440-834-4466.

March 22 (Saturday 10am)

Annual Easter Egg Hunt

Aurora Farms Premium Outlets. Children 10 & under can hunt for over 14,000 toy and candy-filled eggs. Use your own baskets or bags will be provided. Photos with the Easter Bunny, clown crafting balloon sculptures & face painting. Free. Select stores offer enter-to-win promotions and interactive fun for children throughout the day. Special spring savings for shoppers. 330-562-2000. www.premiumoutlets.com/aurora

March 23 (Sunday 11:30am-5pm)

Punderson Manor Easter Buffet

The scenic Cherry Dining Rooms and Elizabethan Room offer an elegant atmosphere serving traditional Easter selections with salads, appetizers and freshly baked desserts. Reservations required. Punderson Manor Resort. 440-564-9144.
www.pundersonmanorresort.com

March 29 (Saturday 9am-Noon)

Sage’s Apples & Fruit Tree Pruning

Learn how to prune all kinds of fruit trees and brambles. Bring your pruning gear for a day of fun and learning. Eric Draper, Geauga County’s Horticulture Extension Agent also available to answer questions. Dress to be outside! To register or for questions, call Geauga County Extension Office 440-834-4656, 285-2222 or 440-564-7131 ext. 5260. Registration available at the door. www.SagesApples.com

March 30 (Sunday 2:30-3:30pm)

Burton Library Edible Book Festival

Celebrated world-wide on April Fools’ Day! People create books that are totally edible, which are judged and then eaten! Free Event. Burton Public Library. 440-834-4466

April 4 (Friday 7-9 pm)

Meet the Artists:

Russell Historical Society Quilt Show
Big Creek Park. Russell Historical Society presents their collection of quilts, new creations and treasured heirlooms. On display through June. Free. Refreshments. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

April 6 (Sunday 9am-4pm)

Burton Library Friends’ Book Sale

Friends’ Book Sale in the Book Cellar. Burton Public Library. 440-834-4466

April 10-13 (Thurs Noon-10pm; Fri & Sat 10am-11pm; Sun 11am-7 pm)

2008 Geauga County Maple Festival

On historic Chardon Square. Enjoy rides, arts & Crafts, parades, pancake breakfasts, maple stirs, maple auction, and more. Admission is Free. www.maplefestival.com or call 440-286-3007

Mid-April (Sat. & Sundays 11am-6pm)

Open House & Farm Tours

Come visit our farm to see these beautiful, gentle animals up close. Soft warm alpaca clothing, hand made purses & hats and soy candles, lotions, luffa soaps and more. Free Event. Open most weekends, by chance or by appt.
Call for exact dates and directions. Crimpy Critters Alpaca Farm & Gift Shop. 440-968-0268.

April 19 (Saturday 10am-3:30pm)

“Eye of the Tiger!” Pastel Workshop

Affelder House 15139 Chillicothe Road. Join artist Britta Franz for a beginner-level pastel class for ages 10+. Students create an up-close painting of tiger eyes. Cost $18 includes all materials and instruction. Pre-registration after March 20th. Geauga Park District 440-286-9516.www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

April 19 (Saturday 9am-Noon)

Children’s Trout Derby

Punderson State Park Marina. Children 15 and under can fish for fun and prizes. Free Event. Refreshments. Register beginning April 7. 100 spots available. 440-564-2279.

April 20 (Sunday 1-4 pm)

Flying High Kite Workshop

The Rookery. Ohio Society for the Elevation of Kites presents the history of kites, display of kites and build/decorate your own sled kite. All ages. Program free, but sled kits are $5.00 each payable upon registration. Register after March 20. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

April 20 (Sunday 10am-5pm)

Earth Day 2008
at Lake Metroparks Farmpark

Celebrate Earth Day with this showcase of energy, farmland, and wildlife conservation, solar energy array, hybrid electric/gas cars, composting, eco-fair, children’s crafts, and much more. Lake County
Residents: Free (with valid ID); Out of county admission: $6/adults; 60+/$5; Youth 2-11/$4; under 2/Free. Lake Metroparks Farmpark. 440-256-2122; 800-366-3276. www.lakemetroparks.com

April 26 (Saturday 6pm)

8th Annual Patchwork Evening

This event will benefit the DDC Clinic for Special Needs Children located in Middlefield, Ohio. Event to be held at the Signature of Solon WVI Country Club at 39000 Signature Drive, Solon, Ohio 44139. Bake Sale, Large silent auction, raffles and much, much more! For ticket Info: DDC Clinic. 440-632-1668.

May 2 – 18 (Fri. & Sat. 8pm; Sun. 2pm)

Barefoot in the Park

Geauga Lyric Theater on Historic Chardon Square. Comedy. A husband and wife dispute over a barefoot walk through the snow in the park. $12/Adults, $10/Senior/Students. The Geauga Lyric Theater Guild. Box office 440-286-2255.
www.geaugatheater.org

May 3 (Sat. 10am-4pm)

2008 Annual Spring

Drive-it-Yourself Tour
Explore unique area businesses on this annual Spring driving tour. Free. Geauga County Tourism Council. 800-775-8687. www.tourgeauga.com

May 3 & 4 (Sat. & Sunday 9am-5pm)

Railroads in the Parks

Farmpark Visitors Center. A large operating model train display. HO and N-Scale layouts, displays on agriculture and the railroad, and Hobby shops.
Farmpark Courtyard features a Garden Railroad on display with a G-Scale train and track. Admission $6/adults; 60+/$5; Youth 2-11/$4; under 2/Free. Lake
Metroparks Farmpark. 440-256-2122; 800-366-3276. www.lakemetroparks.com

May 3 & 4 (Sat. & Sun.10am-5pm)

Sunrise Farm’s Spring Celebration Open House

Glasshouse boasts a wondrous display of colorful annuals, perennials & herbs, gorgeous hanging baskets, romantic flower boxes and aromatic herb
gardens. Munch on delicious gourmet goodies and sip on our fruity ice teas, unique spring and summer homedecor & cards.Free Event. Sunrise Farm Market, Garden & Gifts. 440-834-1298.

May 7 Wednesday (6:30-9:30 pm)

“Celestial Faces” Painting Workshop

The West Woods Nature Center. Join artist Barbara Mikin to create a 10-12” orb or starburst-shaped ornamental woodenart. Participants taught painting techniques, as well as tips for embellishment. May bring found objects for this purpose if desired. Ages 18+. $18 fee paid when registering and $20 materials fee paid to instructor on night of program. Call Geauga Park District 440-286-9516 after March 20th to register.

May 10 (Saturday 11am-4pm)

Champagne, Chocolate & Mom

Settlers Village

Celebrate Mother's Day and women artists in the country at Vancura Gallery. Meet many of the women who's work is on display. Special activities all day. Kids can make a gift for mom at Craft Cupboard for $10 or watch a quilt assembled at Tiny Stitches. Visit American General for an array of gifts under $20. Meet alpacas and see how their wool becomes clothing. Amish Bake sale from 10 to 2 and music in the pavilion.

14279 Old State Road (Rt. 608) on the corner of Old State Road & Nauvoo Road north of downtown Middlefield.

May 10 (Saturday 10am-2pm)

Mother Daughter Tea

Century Village Museum. Call for pricing. Geauga County Historical Society, 440-834-1492.www.geaugahistorical.org

May 11 (Sunday 11:30am-5pm)

Mother’s Day Buffet

Punderson Manor Resort. The scenic Cherry Dining Rooms and Elizabethan Room offer an elegant atmosphere serving gourmet entrée selections, salads, appetizers and freshly baked desserts.
Call for Reservations. 440-564-9144 Punderson Manor Resort.www.pundersonmanorresort.com

Mid-May (Sat. & Sun. 11am-6pm)

Open House & Farm Tours

Come visit our farm to see these beautiful, gentle animals up close. Soft warm alpaca clothing, hand made purses & hats and soy candles, lotions, luffa soaps and more. Free Event. Open most weekends, by chance or by appt. Call for exact dates and directions. Crimpy Critters Alpaca Farm & Gift Shop. 440-968-0268.

May 17-18 (Sat. & Sun. 9am-5pm)

HorseFest 2008

Two-day equine extravaganza showcases the versatility and history of the horse, with training techniques and demonstrations. More than 20 breeds participating in a variety of activities. $6/adult; 60+/$5; Youth 2 -11/$4; under 2/Free. Lake Metroparks Farmpark. 440-256-2122;800-366-3276. www.lakemetroparks.com

May 23 (Friday 7-9pm)

Meet the Artist: Jill Jensen

The West Woods Nature Center. Meet quilter Jill Jensen, and view her nature-inspired quilt collection. Quilts on display through July 20. Refreshments. Free. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

May 24 – Aug. 30 (Saturdays 1-3pm)

Ice Cream Social

Punderson State Park Campground Amphitheater. Proceeds from sundae sales benefit the park. Enjoy an ice creamsundae served up by the Friends of Punderson.www.friendsofpunderson.org

May 24 – August 30 (Saturdays at dark)

Movies under the Stars

Punderson State Park Campground Amphitheater. Watch a family-friendly movie under the stars. Free. Punderson State Park. www.friendsofpunderson.org

May 24 (Saturday Time TBA)

The Grand Opening of the Nature Center

Punderson State Park Campground. Celebrate the opening of our new nature center. Free. Refreshments provided. Punderson State Park. 440-564-2279 www.friendsofpunderson.org

May 24 (Saturday 9am-4pm)

Burton Library Friends’ Book Sale

Friends’ Book Sale in the Book Cellar. Burton Public Library. 440-834-4466.

May 24 & 25 (Sat. & Sun. 10am-5pm)

Civil War Re-enactment

Century Village Museum. Experience a Civil War battlefield of North vs. South, as a complete Civil War encampment transports you back in time. $6/adults; $3/children 6-12; 5 and under/Free. Geauga County Historical Society. 440-834-1492.www.geaugahistorical.org

May 31 (Saturday 7-9pm)

Singer & Songwriter Circle

Frances Hall Amphitheater, Big Creek Park. Musician Ron Shissler hosts this venue featuring local songwriters, song stylists and instrumentalists sharing their fine talents for a musically magic evening under the stars. Held indoors if inclement weather. Refreshments. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

June (Mon-Sat 8am until picked out)

Strawberries - Pick Your Own

Ridgeview Farm Strawberry Patch. Pick your own strawberries. Call for picking forecast and start date. Ridgeview Farm. 440-693-4000. www.ExperienceRidgeviewFarm.com

June (Daily 9am until picked out)

Sunrise Farm’s
Pick Your Own Strawberries

Sunrise Farm’s Strawberry Patch. Bring the family (children age 5+) to pick baskets full of fresh, sweet strawberries. Call for picking forecast and start date. Free strawberry recipes and hints. Sunrise Farm Market, Garden & Gifts. 440-834-1298

June 6 (Friday 6pm)

Summer Concert

Century Village Museum. Enjoy an evening concert in a relaxing setting of a 19th Century village. Geauga County Historical Society.
440-834-1492. www.geaugahistorical.org

June 6 (Friday 7-10pm)

Nature Writer’s Coffee House

The West Woods Nature Center. Mingle with writers of all ages and literary expertise. Winners from Geauga Park District’s 13th Annual Nature WritingContest will be honored. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

June 7 (Sat. 9:30am-5pm; Earlybird: sunup 9:30am)

Great Geauga Antiques Market

Great Geauga County Fairgrounds. General admission $6 Earlybird admission $20. Free Parking. Great Geauga Antiques Market. 440-632-9399. www.antiquesmarket.com

June 7 & 8 (Sat. & Sun. 10am-5pm)

Working Dog Weekend

Watch versatile, hard-working canine companions, including retrievers, Border Collies, and hounds perform demonstrations on search and rescue, police work, herding, agility and obedience. $6/adult; 60+/$5; Youth 2-11/$4; under 2/Free. Lake Metroparks Farmpark. 440-256-2122; 800-366-3276. www.lakemetroparks.com

June 7 (Saturday 9am-4pm)

Burton Library Friends’ Book Sale

Friends’ Book Sale in the Book Cellar. Burton Public Library. 440-834-4466.

June 13, 20, 27 (Fridays 7-9pm)

Concerts in the Park
on Chardon Square

Historic Chardon Square. Various artists. Free. Recreation Office: recreation@chardon.cc or 440-286-2630. www.chardon.cc

June 14 (Sat. 7-8pm)

Cassie Kahr in Concert

Frances Hall Amphitheater, Big Creek Park. Singer 14-year-old Cassie Kahr accompanied by Dan Rose on guitar and Fred Grupe on bass guitar. Held indoors if inclement weather. Refreshments served. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

June 14 &15 (Sat. & Sun. 9am-5pm)

Dairy Days

Cow milking, ice cream making and more. Sample a variety of dairy products. Milk-Maker s Parade highlights the different breeds of cows along with sheep and goats. Visitors can hand-milk a cow in the Dairy Parlor, and enter a cow-milking contest. $6/adults; 60+/$5; Youth 2-11/$4; under 2/Free.
Lake Metroparks Farmpark. 440-256-2122; 800-366-3276.
www.lakemetroparks.com

June 14 (Saturday Noon-8pm)

Raccoon County Music Festival

Century Village Museum. A festival of folk, bluegrass and more! Added attractions are a fiddle contest and square dance. $6/adults, $3/children 6-12, 5 & under/Free. Geauga County Historical Society. 440-834-1492. www.geaugahistorical.org

Mid-June (Saturdays & Sundays 11am-6pm)

Open House & Farm Tours

Come visit our farm to see these beautiful, gentle animals up close. Soft warm alpaca clothing, hand made purses & hats and soy candles, lotions, luffa soaps and more. Free Event. Open most weekends, by chance or by appt. Call for exact dates and directions. Crimpy Critters Alpaca Farm
& Gift Shop. 440-968-0268.

June 17 (Tuesday 6:30-8:30pm)

Introduction to Paper Quilling

Big Creek Park. Join artisan Phyllis Knapp, to create two handmade cards utilizing the art of paper quilling. One card will feature flowers and the other butterflies. Ages 15+. $12.00/person. Registration after March 20. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516.
www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

June 20 (Friday Noon-Registration; 1pm-Tee Time)

33rd Annual Golf Outing

Fowlers Mill Golf Course. Includes 18 holes of golf with cart, lunch, dinner, beverages, door prizes and a live auction at $100 per golfer. Proceeds benefit Chamber Scholarship and Community Chest funds. Chardon Area Chamber of Commerce. 440-285-9050 or emabel@chardonchamber.com

June 21 (Saturday Time TBD)

17th Annual

Flea Market on the Square
On Historic Chardon Square. 17th Annual Flea Market on the Square. Over 100 vendors. Free Event. Chardon Square Association. Contact Pat Martin at 440-286-1912.

June 21 (Saturday 7-8:30pm)

Songs of Proud Americans

Frances Hall Amphitheater, Big Creek Park. Join David and Sarah Peltier for songs and historical highlights from the time of the American Revolution until the Civil War. Audience participation encouraged. Held indoors if inclement weather. Refreshments. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

June 28 & 29 (Sat. & Sun. 9am-5pm)

Woolfest

Discover how hand-spun products are created from the fleece of farm animals. Herding, animal shearing, and fiber processing are highlighted demonstrations throughout the weekend. A Fiber Arts Show is on display in the Visitors Center. $6/adults; 60+/$5; Youth 2-11/$4; under 2/Free. Two-day admission, additional $1. Lake Metroparks Farmpark. 440-256-2122; 800-366-3276. www.lakemetroparks.com.

June 29 (Sunday 8am Registration)

Motorcycle Rotary Ride

A 60-mile motorcycle run in Geauga County. $25.00/motorcycle. Burton/Middlefield Rotary. www.burtonmiddlefieldrotary.com.

July 4 (Friday 1:30-5pm)

Old Glory Day

Historic Chardon Square. An old fashioned 4th of July celebration. Children’s parade, bike decorating, musical entertainment, children’s games, food, ice cream.Free Event.Chardon Square Association.440-285-2525.

July 4, 11, 18, 25 (Fridays 7-9pm)

Concerts in the Park on Chardon Square

Historic Chardon Square. Various artists. Free. Recreation Office: recreation@chardon.cc or 440-286-2630. www.chardon.cc

July 11 (Friday 7-9pm)

Meet the Artist: Michael Nekic

Big Creek Park. Meet the artist Michael Nekic and view his digital artwork featuring landscapes and insects. Artwork on display through September 29. Refreshments. Free. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

July 11 (Friday 6pm)

Summer Concert at Century Village Museum.

Enjoy an evening concert in a relaxing setting of a 19th Century village. Geauga County Historical Society. 440-834-1492. www.geaugahistorical.org

July 12 (Saturday 7-8:30 pm)

Copper Kettle in Concert

Frances Hall Amphitheater, Big Creek Park. Sing along to old-fashioned back porch music as family band Copper Kettle plays musical styles ranging from folk and country to Southern rock and blues. Held indoors if inclement weather. Refreshments. Free. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

Mid-July (Saturdays & Sundays 11am-6pm)

Open House & Farm Tours

Come visit our farm to see these beautiful, gentle animals up close. Soft warm alpaca clothing, hand made purses & hats and soy candles, lotions, luffa soaps and more. Free Event. Open most weekends, by chance or by appt. Call for exact dates and directions. Crimpy Critters Alpaca Farm & Gift Shop. 440-968-0268.

July 19 (Saturday 9am-Noon)

“Tea Time for Feathered Friends” Birdfeeder Workshop

Big Creek Park. Build a charming decorative birdfeeder with artist Barbara Mikin. Ages 18 & up. $20.00 payable to Geauga Park District upon registration. Materials fee $20 paid to instructor at program. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

July 19 (Saturday 9am-4pm)

Burton Library Friends-Only
Preview Book Sale

Friends’ Book Sale in the Book Cellar - Friends’ Membership may be purchased or renewed at the door that day. Burton Public Library. 440-834-4466.

July 25–27 (10am-5pm)

Antique Power Show

Century Village Museum. Old engines whistle, puff smoke, saw wood, thresh grain, and demonstrate the power of another era! $6/adults; $3/children 6-12; 5 & under/Free. Geauga County Historical Society. 440-834-1492. www.geaugahistorical.org

July 26 (Saturday 7-9pm)

An Evening with
Great Lakes Seissium

Frances Hall Amphitheater, Big Creek Park. Enjoy traditional Irish music, including jigs and reels, played on the fiddle, guitar, mandolin & Irish drum. Held indoors if inclement weather. Refreshments. Free. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

July 26 (Saturday 9am-4pm)

Burton Library Friends’ Book Sale

Friends’ Book Sale in the Book Cellar. Burton Public Library. 440-834-4466.

July 26 (Saturday 8am-5pm)

Burton Street-A-Fair

Burton Square hosts an old-fashioned country-style shopping trip. A variety of events and foods to enjoy! Free. Burton Chamber of Commerce. 440-834-4204; 800-526-5630. www.burtonchamberofcommerce.org

August 1 (Friday 6 pm)

Summer Concert Century Village Museum.

Enjoy an evening concert in a relaxing setting of a 19th Century village.
Geauga County Historical Society. 440-834-1492.www.geaugahistorical.org

August 1, 8, 15 (Fridays 7-9pm)

Concerts in the Park
on Chardon Square

On Historic Chardon Square. Various Artists. Free. City of Chardon Recreation Office. recreation@chardon.cc. 440-286-2630. www.chardon.cc

August 1 & 2 (Friday & Saturday 1-10pm)

Vintage Ohio

Lake Metroparks Farmpark. More than 20 wineries offer samples at this festival of wine. Also arts and crafts, demonstrations, music, food, children’s entertainment/play area and a carryout store. Special admission fee applies; tickets may be purchased in advance. Ohio Wine Producers. 800-227-6972. www.ohiowines.org/events

August 2 & 3 (Sat. & Sun. 10am-5pm)

Nature Arts Festival

The West Woods. A weekend of fine arts on display and for sale by regional artists. Woodcarvings, paintings, handcrafted jewelry, and other forms of nature art in various price ranges; a wildlife and nature art People’s Choice Exhibition, food and music, and a raffle drawing. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

August 2 (Saturday 10am-4pm)

Cars on the Commons

End of the Commons General Store hosts “Cars on the Commons,” annual antique auto show. Free. Music, food and fun for the entire family. End of the Commons General Store. 440-693-4295.

August 3 (Sunday 10am-5pm)

Chardon Arts Festival

Historic Chardon Square. The 28th year for the outstanding juried Arts Festival. Free. Chardon Square Association. 440-285-2525.

August 9 (Saturday 7-8:30pm)

Geauga Lyric Theater Guild presents: Fractured Fairytales

Frances Hall Amphitheater, Big Creek Park. Geauga Lyric Theater Guild presents a sampling of not-so-typical fairy tales. A night of fun and fairytale fantasy. Free. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516.
www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

August 15 & 16 (Fri. & Sat. 10am-6pm)

Huntsburg Township
Bicentennial Celebration

Huntsburg Township Park. 200th Birthday Celebration! Birthday cake and music, a Harvest Dinner, a hometown parade and music in the park, tours of our town, historical displays and demonstrations. Saturday night features a remake of the play done at our 150th birthday bash! Free Events. Huntsburg Bicentennial Committee, 440-636-5486.

Mid-August (Sat. & Sun. 11am-6pm)

Open House & Farm Tours

Come visit our farm to see these beautiful, gentle animals up close. Soft warm alpaca clothing, hand made purses & hats and soy candles, lotions, luffa soaps and more. Free Event. Open most weekends, by chance or by appt. Call for exact dates and directions. Crimpy Critters Alpaca Farm & Gift Shop. 440-968-0268.

August 16 & 17 (Sat. & Sun. 10am-5pm)

International Festival

Century Village Museum. The sights and sounds of different cultures from around the world at our first International Festival. $6/adults; $3/children 6-12; 5 & under/Free. Geauga County Historical Society.
440-834-1492. www.geaugahistorical.org

August 23 (Saturday 7-8:30pm)

Foster Brown in Concert

Frances Hall Amphitheater, Big Creek Park. Join Foster Brown on guitar, banjo, fiddle, dulcimer and various percussion instruments for a performance of his original nature songs. Audience participation encouraged. Held indoors if inclement weather. Refreshments. Free. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516.www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

August 23 (Sat.10am-Noon; Market: 9am-1pm)

Annual Tomato Tasting Contest

Geauga Fresh Farmers’ Market. Taste Geauga County’s best tomatoes and vote for your favorite. The market located next to South Russell Village Hall is open every Saturday, rain or shine during the
growing season. Free Event. Market Manager Kris DuBois 440-220-0871 or kdubois1@mac.com.

Aug. 28 – Sept. 1 (Thurs.-Mon. 8am-Midnight)

The Great Geauga County Fair

Geauga County Fairgrounds. Ohio’s oldest county fair. $6/adults; 12 & under/free. Geauga County Agricultural Society. 440-834-1846. www.geaugafair.com

August 29 – Sept. 1 (Friday-Monday)

Labor Day Sidewalk Sale

Aurora Farms Premium Outlets. 10 am-6 pm Sunday, 10 am-9 pm Monday - Free. Scenic lake and live entertainment at the gazebo. 70 outlet stores from the world’s finest designers and name brands. 330-562-2000.

September – Date TBA

25th Annual Burton Library Art Show

A juried art show featuring Geauga and Lake County artists. Burton Public Library. 440-834-4466. www.burton.lib.oh.us

September 6 (Saturday 10am-Noon)

Annual Salsa Contest

Geauga Fresh Farmers Market. (Market: 9-1) Free Event. Taste Geauga County’s best salsas and vote for your favorite. The market located next to South Russell Village Hall is open every Saturday, rain or shine during the growing season. Market Manager Kris DuBois: 440-220-0871 or kdubois1@mac.com.

September 6 (Saturday 7-8:30 pm)

Doerfel Family Bluegrass in Concert

Frances Hall Amphitheater, Big Creek Park. Enjoy the music of the Doerfels, an amazing 12-member family band. Country, comedy and bluegrass, interspersed with blues, jazz, swing and classical will entertain all ages. Held indoors if inclement weather. Refreshments. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

September 13 (Sat. 9:30am-5pm; Earlybird: sunup-9:30am)

Great Geauga Antiques Market

Great Geauga County Fairgrounds. General admission $6/Earlybird admission $20. Parking free. 440-632-9399. www.antiquesmarket.com

Sept. 13 & 14 (Sat. & Sun. 10am-6 pm)

Village Peddler Festival

Lake Metroparks Farmpark. A quaint outdoor marketplace of 175 craftsmen, delicious food, folk music, harvest market, and wagon rides all in a beautiful pastoral setting. Admission $7/Adults; 60+/$6; ages 2-11/$4; under 2/ free. 440-466-8414 www.villagepeddlerfestival.com

September 13 (Saturday 9am-4pm)

Burton Library Friends’ Book Sale

Friends’ Book Sale in the Book Cellar. Burton Public Library. 440-834-4466.

Mid-September (Sat. & Sun. 11am-6pm)

Open House & Farm Tours

Come visit our farm to see these beautiful, gentle animals up close. Soft warm alpaca clothing, hand made purses & hats and soy candles, lotions, luffa soaps and more. Free Event. Open most weekends, by chance or by appt. Call for exact dates and directions. Crimpy Critters Alpaca Farm & Gift Shop. 440-968-0268.

September 16 (Tuesday 9am-4pm)

Lake Metroparks Senior Fair

Lake Metroparks Farmpark. Free health screenings: blood pressure, body mass index, osteoporosis and cholesterol testing. All screenings by registration only. Call Lake Hospital System at 440-953-6000 or 800-454-9800. Lake County Residents: Free (with valid ID); Out of county residents: $6/Adults; ages 60+/$5; Youth 2-11/$4; under 2/Free. 440-256-2122; 800-366-3276; www.lakemetroparks.com

Sept. 20 & 21 (Sat. & Sun. 9am-5pm)

Fall Harvest Festival
& Antique Tractor Show

Lake Metroparks Farmpark.

A festival of harvest, food and fun, featuring crafters, antique tractors and engines, apple butter and cider preparation demonstrations and sampling, 3-acre corn maze, hay maze, and live music. $6/adults; 60+/$5; Youth 2-11/$4; under 2/Free. Lake Metroparks Farmpark. 440-256-2122; 800-366-3276. www.lakemetroparks.com

September 20 (Saturday 8am-4pm)

Geauga’s Great American Car Show

Great Geauga County Fairgrounds. Great American Car Show. Classic and new cars on display. Also serving the Rotary’s famous Pancake breakfast from 8-11:30 am.
Burton-Middlefield Rotary. 877-283-3496. www.bmrcarshow.com

September 21 & 28 (Sundays Noon-5pm)

Sisters of Notre Dame
Family BBQ/Boutique

Notre Dame Academy. Delicious Chicken or Rib Dinner Boutique/Chinese Auction. Rain
or Shine. Takeouts available. Handicap accessible. 440 286-7101. www.sndchardon.org

Sept 27 & 28 (Sat. & Sun. Noon-5pm)

Fall Fun Weekend

Enjoy a hayride, corn maze, pick you own pumpkin, petting zoo, and other fall activities. Free admission to the farm. Nominal fee for hayride & corn maze. Create your own scarecrow to take home (Sept. 27
only). Ridgeview Farm. 440-693-4000. www.ExperienceRidgeviewFarm.com

September 28 (Sunday 10am-5pm)

Annual Fall Fest

12265 Chillicothe Rd. Come One, Come All, Bring the Family and Have a Ball! Enjoy hay rides, pumpkin painting, Jungle Terry and much more! No admittance fee. Bremec Greenhouses & Nursery. 440-729-7438. info@bremec.com

September 27

Grand Return of the Scarecrows

Come to Burton Square for the annual arrival of our straw-riffic friends and some old-fashioned autumn shopping & fun! FREE. Burton Chamber of Commerce. 440-834-4204 800-526-5630

October (date/time TBA)

5th Annual Night at the Races

Fun-filled evening will include wagering opportunities for 10 (pre-recorded) horse races with CASH payouts! Call for details. Chardon Area Chamber of Commerce. 440-285-9050. emabel@chardonchamber.com

October Weekends (Sat. & Sun. 10am-5pm)

Fall Festival Weekends

Sunrise Farm. Pick your own pumpkins & apples; autumn plants, décor and gifts. Enjoy hot apple fritters, homemade caramel apples & hot apple cider. Cornstalk Maze. Free Event. Sunrise Farm. 440-834-1928.

October 3 (Friday 7-9 pm)

Meet the Artist: Robert Crombie

Big Creek Park. Meet Robert Crombie and view impressionistic paintings. Refreshments. Artwork on display from Oct. 3 – Dec. Free. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

October 4 (Saturday 10am-4pm)

Fall Walking & Driving Tours

Pick up your itinerary at the Burton Log Cabin. Free. Burton Chamber of Commerce. 440-834-4204; 800-526-5630. www.burtonchamberofcommerce.org

October 4 & 5 (Sat. & Sun. 11am-6pm)

Huntsburg Pumpkin Festival

Huntsburg Park, 322 & 528. Home of giant pumpkins; largest grown is 1,370 pounds. Daily Pancake breakfasts 9-Noon. Sun. Parade at 2:15. Free. 440-636-5197 saunders12081@windstream.net. www.Geaugalink.com/Huntsburg

October 4 (Saturday 10am-4pm)

Mespo Fall Heritage Days

Mesopotamia Town Hall, 534 & 87. Amish and Yankee crafters in period costume giving live demonstration of 1800s homemaking. Amish lunch & bake stand. $2/person; 12 & under/Free. Mesopotamia Chamber of Commerce.

October 4 (Saturday 10am-3pm)

Squarecrows on Parade

Historic Chardon Square. Join a scarecrow building contest, farmers market, and other promotions on the square. Free Event. Chardon Square Assoc. 440-285-2525.

October 4–26 (Sat. & Sun. Noon-5pm)

Fall Fun Weekends

Enjoy a hayride, corn maze, pick you own pumpkin, petting zoo, Amish lunch/bake stand, and other fall activities Free admission. Nominal fee for hayride & corn maze. Ridgeview Farm. 440-693-4000. www.ExperienceRidgeviewFarm.com

October 4 (Saturday Noon-5pm)

Native American Indians

Dance with Native Americans at 1 & 3pm Free admission. Nominal fee for hayride & corn maze. Ridgeview Farm. 440-693-4000. www.ExperienceRidgeviewFarm.com

October 5 (Sunday 1-5pm)

Century Home Tour

$10 before day of tour or $12 day of tour. Geauga County Panhellenic Association. 440-285-5231. Sally1@windstream.net

October 8 (Wednesday 6:30-8pm)

Woodland Spirit Jewelry Workshop

The West Woods Nature Center. Create a pin or necklace from small sticks & feathers, beads and found objects with artist Susan Lucas. May bring found objects to enhance creation. $18/adults & ages 12+. Pre-registration required.
Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

October 10, 17, 24 (Fridays 7-9pm)
October 11, 18, 25 (Saturdays 6-9pm)

Halloween Hayrides

Lake Metroparks Farmpark. Travel a one-mile trail on a Halloween hayride filled with family oriented thrills, chills and adventure. Rated PG-5 on the scare meter. Additional haunted trail optional. Tickets must be purchased in advance after September 2. 440-256-2158; www.lakemetroparks.com.

October 11 & 12 (Sat. & Sun. Noon-5pm)

Fall Harvest Festival

Hayrides, animal farm, face painting, games & activities, treat bag, oxen team demonstrations, antique tractors & military vehicles, hydroponic & high tunnel green houses. $2/person. Shop fall harvest, bakery & homemade products. Food: Sandwiches, Kettle Corn & Hot Cider. Sirna’s Farm & Market. 440-834-0696. www.sirnasfarm.com

October 11 & 12 (Sat. & Sun. 9am-5pm)

Corn and Pumpkin Harvest Weekend

Autumn festival featuring a giant corn maze, harvest activities and demonstrations, corn husk dolls, and a hay maze. Also features apple butter and cider preparation demonstrations and tasting. Children can pick and decorate own pumpkin for additional fee. Admission $6/adult; 60+/$5; Youth 2-11/$4; under 2/Free. Lake Metroparks Farmpark. 440-256-2122; 800-366-3276. www.lakemetroparks.com.

October 11 & 12 (Sat. & Sun. 10am-4pm)

Ox Roast

Enjoy a Burton tradition on the square. Free Event. Burton Chamber of Commerce. 440-834-4204; 800-526-5630. www.burtonchamberofcommerce.org

October 11 (Saturday Time TBD)

Silver String Band

Performing on Main Street in Burton. Free. Burton Chamber of Commerce. 440-834-4204; 800-526-5630. www.burtonchamberofcommerce.org

October 11 (Saturday 9am-4pm)

Burton Library Friends’ Book Sale

Friends’ Book Sale in the Book Cellar. Burton Public Library. 440-834-4466

October 11 (Saturday Noon-5pm)

Art & Craft Show and Fall Craft Class

Make and take a craft home. Other fall activities available. Free admission. Ridgeview Farm, 440-693-4000. www.ExperienceRidgeviewFarm.com

October 11 & 12 (Sat. & Sun. 10am-5pm)

60th Annual Apple Butter Festival

Century Village Museum. Apple butter simmers in copper kettles right before your eyes; local bands, Antique Alley, pony rides, fine arts and crafts, and fresh Amish baked goods. $6/adults; $3/children 6-12; 5 & under/Free. Geauga County Historical Society, 440-834-1492. www.geaugahistorical.org

October 12 (Sunday 9am-4pm)

Burton Library Friends’

Book Sale - Bag Day
Friends’ Book Sale in the Book Cellar. Burton Public Library. 440-834-4466.

Mid-October (Sat. & Sun. 11am-6pm)

Open House & Farm Tours

Come visit our farm to see these beautiful, gentle animals up close. Soft warm alpaca clothing, hand made purses & hats and soy candles, lotions, luffa soaps and more. Free Event. Open most weekends, by chance or by appt. Call for exact dates and directions. Crimpy Critters Alpaca Farm & Gift Shop. 440-968-0268.

October 18 & 25 (Sat. Late Afternoon /Eve)

Ghosts of Burton Historical Tour

Learn about the history of the Western Reserve and those who settled this area 200 years ago. Guided groups to a local old graveyard and local historic buildings. Not a haunted house tour. Pre-registeration required. Adults $18. 440-834-5050. ghostsofburton@hotmail.com

October 18 (Saturday Noon-5pm)

Pioneer Day’s - Step back in time!

Pioneer housekeeping demonstrations, soap making, candle dipping, old fashioned games & other fall activities.Nominal fee for hayride, corn maze, & craft. Ridgeview Farm. 440-693-4000. www.ExperienceRidgeviewFarm.com

October 19 & 26 (Sundays 1-4:30 pm)

Halloween Wagon Rides

Swine Creek Reservation. Get into the Halloween spirit and take a 1/2-hour wagon trail, learning about some of nature’s creepy-crawlies along the way. Costumes welcome! Free Event.
Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

October 30 (Thursday 6-8 pm)

Halloween Trick or Treat at
Aurora Farms Premium Outlets

Aurora Farms Premium Outlets. Stores provide candy and treats to costumed children; visit the gazebo for a treat bag and enter to win prizes. Parents will receive coupons, special offers and discounts for shopping in the future.
Free event. 330-562-2000. www.premiumoutlets.com/aurora

Nov. 1–30 (Daily 10am-5pm; closed Thanksgiving)

Wild Nights! Nature at Night & Underground

The West Woods Nature Center. Explore the hidden secrets of wildlife that is active in the dark, at this interactive exhibit, fun for all ages. Free. Open through March 1. Geauga Park District.440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

November 1 & 2 (Sat. & Sun. 10am-5pm)

6th Annual Discover Alpacas Weekend Event & Farm Tour

Learn practical information about alpacas from three farms with experience in raising these fiber-bearing animals. Breeders available to answer questions. Free event. Slatetop Alpacas. 440-543-4403. info@SlatetopAlpacas.com

November 8 & 9 (Sat. & Sun. 10am-5pm)

Sunrise Farm’s Christmas Open House

Celebrate the Season; enjoy hot apple cider and sample our gourmet goodies while you shop. Holiday plants, Christmas trees & wreaths, décor, and gourmet gift baskets.

We ship local and out of town. Free event. Sunrise Farm. 440-834-1298.

Mid-October (Sat. & Sun. 11am-6pm)

Open House & Farm Tours

Come visit our farm to see these beautiful, gentle animals up close. Soft warm alpaca clothing, hand made purses & hats and soy candles, lotions, luffa soaps and more. Free Event. Open most weekends, by chance or by appt. Call for exact dates and directions. Crimpy Critters Alpaca Farm & Gift Shop. 440-968-0268.

November 21–30 (Daily 10am-5:30pm)

Christmas Tree Sales

Rhodes Sisters Christmas Trees Opening Day. Cut your own, pre-cut & balled & burlap trees Colorado Blue & Norway Spruce, Whit & Scotch Pine, Cannan & Frasier Fir Wreathes, Roping, Swags, Boughs, Bows, Maple Syrup & Candy. Free Tree Shaking and baling available. Rhodes Sisters Christmas Trees. 440-636-5498.

November 22 – December 22

Burton Library Annual Gingerbread House Display

Delicious creations for the Gingerbread House Contest, made by talented contestants.On display during normallibrary hours. Free Event. Burton Public Library.440-834-4466.

Nov. 23, 24, 25 (Mon.-Wed. 10am-5pm)

Fowler’s Mill Store Open House

Fowler’s Milling Company. Open House on the three days that follow Thanksgiving. Sample specialty foods, order holiday gifts. Free Event. 800-321-2024.

November 27 (Thursday 11:30am-5pm)

Thanksgiving Day Buffet

Punderson Manor Resort. Traditional Thanksgiving favorites and more in the elegant atmosphere of the scenic Cherry Dining Rooms and Elizabethan Room. Reservations required. 440-564-9144.
www.pundersonmanorresort.com

November 28-30 & December 6 & 7

Country Hearth Christmas
& Christmas in the Village

Burton Village celebrates Christmas with old-fashioned flair. Home tour and Santa at the Burton Log Cabin. Free event. Call for Times. Burton Chamber of Commerce.
440-834-4204; 800-526-5630. www.burtonchamberofcommerce.org

November 28 (Friday 10am-2pm)

Breakfast With Santa
Century Village Museum

Enjoy a luscious pancake breakfast, visit with Santa, carriage ride and make a gingerbread house. Holiday shop open. $6/adults; $3/children 6-12; 5 and under/Free. Geauga County Historical Society. 440-834-1492. www.geaugahistorical.org

Nov. 28–30 (Fri. Midnight-10pm; Sat. 8am-10pm; Sun. 9am-8pm)

After-Thanksgiving Weekend Sale featuring Midnight Madness

Aurora Farms Premium Outlets. Live entertainment, carolers, Santa, and additional savings for early shoppers. Bring your camera for photos with Santa. Free event. Aurora Farms Premium Outlets. 330-562-2000.
www.premiumoutlets.com/aurora.

November 29 (Saturday 9am-4pm)

Burton Library Friends’ Book Sale

Friends’ Book Sale in the Book Cellar. Burton Public Library. 440-834-4466.

November 29 (Saturday 10am-4pm)

Burton Library Make-n-Take Crafts

Drop in at our Make-n-Take Crafts open house for kids. Free Event. Burton Public Library. 440-834-4466.

Nov. 30-Dec. 16 (Fri. & Sat. 8pm; Sun. 2pm)

Rock Nativity

On Historic Chardon Square. Musical. The Story of the Nativity is told to a rock beat in this modern “mystery play,” with a contemporary sensibility and a pop score. $14 Adults, $12 Senior/Students. Geauga Lyric Theater Guild. 440-286-2255. www.geaugatheater.org

December 1–30
(Daily 10am-5pm; closed Christmas & New Years Day)

Wild Nights!

Nature at Night & Underground

The West Woods Nature Center. Explore the hidden secrets of wildlife that is active in the dark, at this interactive exhibit, fun for all ages. Free. Open through March 1.
Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

December 1–31
(Daily 10am-5pm; closed Christmas & New Years Day)

Catch the Spirit Holiday Tree Exhibition

Big Creek Park. Catch the Spirit of the holidays in the warmth of the nature center as you enjoy trees decorated by Geauga County agencies and businesses. Donate new socks to the “Lots of Socks for Tots” tree. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org

December 1–24 (Daily 10am-5:30pm)

Christmas Tree Sales

Rhodes Sisters Christmas Trees. Cut your own, pre-cut & balled & burlap trees Colorado Blue & Norway Spruce, White & Scotch Pine, Cannan & Frasier Fir Wreathes, Roping, Swags, Boughs, Bows, Maple Syrup & Candy. Free Tree Shaking and baling available. Rhodes Sisters Christmas Trees. 440-636-5498.

Dec. 1 & 5 (10am to 4pm)

Buy Local Cooking Class

- Christmas Cookies!

Tour of local merchants (Amish and Yankee) for ingredients. Then, lunch & baking. Sampling!
Take home cookies PLUS cookie dough to bake at home. Fee: $62.

To sign up, call 440-834-5050 or for more info, visit www.GoodwinHouseBB.com.

December Weekends Only

Ma & Pa’s Horse-Drawn Sleigh & Carriage Rides

Visit Ma & Pa’s 1820s Log Cabin. Horse-drawn sleigh ride or carriage ride;
hot chocolate and homemade cookies by Ma included. Sleigh rides are weekends only (Weather Permitting). Reservations required. Offered through the end of Feb. Romantic Evening rides are available by request for an additional charge. $40/Couples; $10/Teens; $5/Youth under 12. Ma & Pa’s Gift Shack. 440-548-5521. www.maandpas.com

December 4 (Thursday 6:30pm)

Christmas Lighting of Chardon Square
Historic Chardon Square.

Come meet Mr. & Mrs. Claus, see the lighting of the Square, enjoy musical entertainment, and savor old fashioned ginger snaps, vanilla wafers and hot apple cider. Free. Chardon Square Association. 440-285-2525.

December 4 (Thursday 6pm)

Cider/Cookie Project

Historic Chardon Square. Complimentary hot cider and cookies during the Chardon Square Lighting Ceremony. Free. Chardon Area Chamber of Commerce. 440-285-9050

December 5–23 (5-9pm)

Country Lights
Lake Metroparks Farmpark.

A horse-drawn wagon ride through a winter wonderland trimmed with hundreds of thousands of holiday lights and farm-themed displays. Christmas trees deck-the-halls of the Visitor Center and the classroom is filled with model train layouts. Visit Santa‘s Workshop and watch your child make a wooden toy to take home. Animal shows in the arena. Tickets must be purchased in advance; on sale November 1. $7/Adults; 60+/$6; Youth 2-11/$5; under 2/Free; Farmpark members/Free. 440-256-2122; 800-366-3276; www.lakemetroparks.com

December 6 (Saturday 10:30am-1pm)

Christmas Floral Design Show & Luncheon

Red Maple Inn. Back by popular demand, this event is available by ticket only. Seating is limited. Call for additional information and reservations. Sponsored by A. H. Christianson’s. 440-834-9760.

December 21 (Sunday 7:30-9:30pm)

Winter Solstice Candlelight Walk

The Rookery. Explore the roots of our modern holiday celebrations, associated with the winter solstice, on a candlelit walk through time. Program is held primarily outdoors, so dress for the weather. Free shuttle provided from parking at Fowlers Mill Golf Course. Geauga Park District. 440-286-9516. www.geaugaparkdistrict.org