Geauga County is located in Northeast Ohio, and home to the second largest Amish population in the state. A place where you can make yourself at home, and we invite you to do just that. Browse thru the information on our website to find the best places for dining, lodging, shopping. parks, recreation, art, historical sites and entertainment. If you need additional assistance don’t hesitate to call us at 1-800-775-TOUR (8687), or use the form on our “Contact Us” page.
Come experience
country hospitality
first
hand!
April 4 (Friday 7-9 pm) Free Event
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.
Free Admission www.maplefestival.com
or call 440-286-3007
Mid-April Free Event
(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.
Open most weekends, by chance or by appt. Free Event.
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.
The $18 cost 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
for Children 15 & Under
Punderson State Park Marina
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.
