Middlefield Post 6-12-2024

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5th Annual Reverse Raffle

To Benefit

Yoder Brothers Foundation

July 12, 6-11 p.m., EOUV In Russell Township

Submitted

The Yoder Brothers Foundation has been serving the communities of Cardinal, Berkshire and Chardon, to date awarding more than $1.6 million in local scholarships in a loving tribute to the memory of two young men — local brothers — who died in tragic, separate accidents.

Joshua Allen Yoder was just a few weeks short of his 18th birthday when he died in an auto accident in 1996. Seven years later, his brother, Tyler Gabriel Yoder, died in an accident a few short months after turning 18. Both were kind, loving young men who had so much to offer the world they left behind just as they embarked toward their college educations.

Their grandfather, the late Jack Menosky, began the Yoder Brothers Memorial Scholarship Foundation to honor their memory. For 27 years,

See Raffle • Page 4

Community News from Middlefield, Parkman, Huntsburg and Surrounding Areas

Visitors Welcome to GCU Branch Opening June 15

Staff RepoRt

Geauga Credit Union is welcoming area residents from 8 a.m. to noon June 15 to celebrate the grand opening of its new branch office at 15561 West High Street in Middlefield Village.

Credit union CEO Lisa Briggs said the main office has always been in Burton Village, but members lobbied for a branch in Middlefield.

“I completely understand our members’ request,” she said in a phone interview June 10.

In particular, many Amish said it would be more convenient to do their banking in Middlefield where they shop and do errands, Briggs said, adding some of the Amish customers come in from Mesopotamia and towns outside Geauga County.

The new branch opened its doors in mid-March and by the

end of May, had gained about 100 new members to total about 6,600 members, many of whom moved their accounts from other financial institutions, she said.

Besides free coffee, donuts and giveaways, visitors may win a $25 gift card for opening a new account or register to win a $10 Visa gift card just for stopping in to enjoy the festivities, according to the GCU advertisement. Visitors also have a chance to win extra cash back if they withdraw cash from the ATM at the new branch.

The credit union has prospered as Geauga County has grown. About 68 years ago, it was founded as the Geauga School Employees’ Credit Union, according to the GCU website.

Since then, membership has expanded to include anyone who lives, works, goes to school or worships in Geauga, Ashtabula, Trum-

bull or Portage counties.

Members, who own the credit union, elect the GCU board of directors, a cross section of retired school employees, business owners and others.

“We have a close-knit staff who live in the community and whose children either have attended or currently attend local schools. The board of directors and staff are also greatly involved in the community, whether it is their church, a nonprofit group or another type of volunteerism,” according to the site. “We follow the credit union philosophy: Not for Profit, Not for Charity, But for Service.” GCU has ATM machines at the Geauga County Safety Center on Merritt Road, University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center, the Marathon station in Middlefield on state Route 608 and at three Kraftmaid Cabinetry locations.

Cardinal Schools Forecast Shows Fiscal Trends for Next 5 Years

by ann WiShaRt ann@kaRlovecmedia com

Ten years ago, Cardinal Schools received about $2 million from tangible personal property taxes to help keep the small district afloat. In 2024, the district’s income from taxes on business inventories will be less than $164,000, accord-

ing to its five-year forecast. And in 2025, its TTP is projected to be $62,680.68.

By 2026, Cardinal will receive no TTP.

“This is due to the locally-generated tangible personal property tax being eliminated,” district Treasurer Terry Armstrong said in a summary of the forecast. “Based on phase-out payments, since the elimination (of TTP by) the State of Ohio, the district has lost an accumulated over $13 million dollars the past 10 years.”

Fourth-Graders Celebrate Promotion to New Grade

Armstrong presented the fiveyear forecast of Cardinal’s general fund at the May 29 Cardinal Schools

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Geauga Pride Day

June 15, 2-6 p.m.

The third annual Geauga Pride Day will be held on Chardon Square. Celebrate, honor and embrace Geauga’s LGBTQIA community. Event will include live music, dancing, drag show, vendors and food trucks. Visit geaugapride.com for information.

Pilgrim Mennonite VBS

June 17-21, 6:30-8:30 p.m.

Pilgrim Mennonite Church will hold Vacation Bible School for youth ages 4 years through eighth-grade at the church located at 16078 Old State Road in Middlefield. For information, call Judy at 440-548-2219.

Bloodmobile

June 20, 12-6 p.m.

American Red Cross is hosting a blood drive at Middlefield Library, 16167 East High St., Middlefield. Visit RedCrossBlood.org or call 1-800-733-2767 to make an appointment.

Huntsburg Grange Concert

June 22, 6-8 p.m.

Huntsburg Grange 2541 is hosting a summer concert in the bandstand park located at the intersection of state Route 528 and U.S. Route 322. Join for fun, food and music featuring the Hickory Rockers, a roots rock quartet based in Geauga County. In case of rain, the concert will be held in Huntsburg Town Hall. Call 440-636-3052 for information.

Rummage and Trunk Sale

June 29, 9 a.m. to 6 p.m.

Huntsburg Congregational Church is hosting a rummage and trunk sale. For information or to reserve a trunk space, contact Lynnette at 440-477-2822.

Registration is required by calling 440-2792062 or emailing tjordan@co.geauga.oh.us.

Help for Mental Illness

NAMI Geauga offers mental health support groups and classes for families and persons affected by mental illness. There is no charge to participants. All offerings are 100% peer led and meet in person or on Zoom. Check out NAMI’s calendar online for the latest listings: www.namigeauga.org.

Pioneer School

July 8-12, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

The Geauga County Historical Society will host its 51st annual Pioneer School for children ages 8-12 on the grounds of Century Village Museum in Burton. Each day will be filled with

a variety of activities, each with a link to the past. On the last day, families can bring a picnic lunch and participate in a scavenger hunt. Cost is $100 per child for Society members and $120 for nonmembers. To register, call 440-834-1492.

Maple Splash Festival

July 13, 2-9 p.m.

The drawing for the Rotary Club of Burton-Middlefield’s Maple Splash Raffle will be held at the Maple Splash Festival at Century Village in Burton. Admission is free. There are over $100,000 in prizes including the grand prize of a 2023 Chevy Silverado. The event also includes a 50/50 raffle, live music, food trucks, hot air balloon rides, a clown and balloon artist, games and prizes.

Visit www.maplesplashraffle.com for rules, a full list of prizes and to see a list of local retailers selling tickets.

Travel With Parkman 55+

Aug. 1, 9 a.m.

Register by July 1 to travel with Parkman 55+ Club on a senior bus trip to see the play “Ruth” at the Ohio Star Theater, 1387 Old Route 39 in Sugarcreek. A remarkable story of second chances follows the journey of an ordinary woman whose faith in God ignites a chain of events that changes the course of history. Bus will leave Parkman Community House at 9 a.m. The day includes transportation, show and lunch at Dutch Valley restaurant. Call 330-326-3083 or 440-554-9201 for more information.

Back in Time Power Show

Aug. 3 and 4, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.

Step back in time to view all types of historic equipment at Century Village Museum, 14653 E. Park St. in Burton. The event includes daily parades, threshing, food, vendors, historic homes and live demonstrations. Those interested in displaying equipment may contact the museum at 440-834-1492. There is no entry fee for participants.

Life Recovery 12 Step Meeting

Fridays, 6:30-8 p.m.

The open group for men and women meets weekly at Horizons Christian Assembly, 14920 White Road in Middlefield. It welcomes anyone struggling with grief, alcoholism, addiction, depression, co-dependency or any other habit that lessens the quality of life. The group offers support, encouragement, fellowship and discipleship.

Learn more at www.Horizons4you.com/ LifeRecovery.

Faith Matters

Sowing and Reaping

Nearly 30 years ago I planted an oak tree in our backyard. The tree was about eight feet tall with a large root ball. A friend of mine loaded and transported it utilizing a truck with a hydraulic lift on the back. I had already dug a large hole and we managed to roll the root ball into it.

Fast forward to today. The diameter at the base of the tree is 45 inches and it stands 60-70 feet tall. It provides a wide umbrella of protection from the sun, keeping our house much cooler in the summer than previously. Sometimes, I am amazed at the dominant presence of the tree that towers up as high as our house.

Actually, there are many changes that have taken place on our proper ty through the years. Fruit trees, blueberry and raspberry bushes, strawberry patches, have all been planted and now provide us with an abundance of delicious fruits.

of life is greatly diminished by an outlook that neglects gratitude, contentment and forgiveness. Medical experts tell us that fostering wrong attitudes, worry, and bitterness within can have unwanted impact on our physical and emotional health.

The Bible is clear that each of us will “reap what we sow.” (Galatians 6:7) The Message version puts it this way, “What a person plants, he or she will harvest.”

By Roger Kruse

What does your life look like? … In other words, what are you planting with regard to kindness to others, sharing generously from the blessings you have received or helping those who need a special hand? If you want to change the outcome for the better, it is wise to take a personal inventory.

Lately, I have been planting Japanese Maple trees around the yard. There are now fifteen of them gracing the landscape with their unique shapes and beautiful colored leaves. Pine trees that I planted are now providing privacy to the property that was previously wide open.

What’s my point? With fore planning and hard work, we can affect the future. If we are patient and live long enough, we will certainly see the changes that result.

There are many examples in life that reinforce what we call the law of sowing and reaping. If you take in too many calories over a period of years, unwanted weight gain begins to have an effect. On the other hand, if you cut out starchy foods and sweets, it is likely that you will see the numbers on the scale going down.

Some people seem to complain about almost everything. Very little seems to please them. They have fallen into a habit of seeing the negative in their circumstances as well as in the people around them. Their enjoyment

It may take time, but if you do the right things, and persistently invest yourself in what is good and pleasing to God, you will reap a harvest of blessing. The Scripture says, “Let’s not get tired of doing what is good. At the right time, we will surely see a good crop if we don’t give up, or quit.”

In the Old Testament book of Judges, Samson was an impulsive man who rarely thought through the implications of his actions. He allowed his desires, anger, and unwise living to lead him down a road resulting in tragic consequences. In the end, his failure to follow God’s wisdom resulted in his own demise. Predictably, he inevitably reaped exactly what he had sown.

Thankfully, it’s not too late for you and me. We still have the option to do the right things and grow a lively faith in Jesus that will become a strong and sturdy foundation for life. Your wise sowing now, will reap the joy of God’s blessing both now and forever.

Roger Kruse never stops learning life lessons of sowing and reaping. By God’s grace, he is benefitting from a personal faith planted deeply in the soil of our Savior’s love.

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Board of Education meeting, explaining the year-to-year carryover balances, surplus or deficit spending for each year, as well as the percentage of carryover to expenses.

“Generally, districts try to maintain a 40-percent carryover, which Cardinal is doing (in 2024) and for the next couple of years,” he said in the summary.

Over the last several years, the board and administration worked to make the operation of the district more efficient, selling the Cardinal Intermediate School property to All Around Children child care, closing Jordak Elementary School, and restructuring grades in the high school and the middle school.

“We discussed strategies to maintain closer to a 40% carryover by continuing to rightsize the district,” Armstrong said. “Currently, our building operation costs are 40% higher than similar districts in Ohio. The closing of Jordak will help lower building cost.”

The board plans to reduce staffing costs by decreasing personnel when possible through attrition, he said.

Cardinal has an enrollment of about 700 students.

Raffle

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the foundation has served Geauga County youth by providing more than $80,000 annually in renewable scholarships for four-year or technical education with students from Cardinal, Berkshire and formerly Newbury schools.

As it has grown, the scholarship has expanded to additional districts, including Chardon Schools beginning last year, and the foundation has its sights on an even greater impact in years to come.

The signature fundraiser of the scholarship foundation is its 5th Annual Reverse Raffle, which will be held on July 12, from 6-11 p.m., at the EOUV, 8636 Pekin Road, Russell Township.

Tickets are $80 per person and include dinner, an open bar, entertainment and a reverse raffle number. Bring along friends for a fun and entertaining evening dancing to the beats of DJ Gaz.

The named sponsor of this year’s event is Kathy Randles and the Randles Family. The event offers a $5,000 grand prize, silent auction and fishbowl raffle.

An amazing array of raffle items will be available including vacation getaways, Cleveland dining, shopping, and entertainment experiences, autographed merchandise and much more.

Please call 440-812-5892 or visit Eventbrite for tickets: https://shorturl.at/szNps

The securing of a $250,000 grant to complete district-wide LED lighting installation is one example of how the district is coping with increasing costs, Armstrong said.

“We also discussed the fact that Cardinal Schools has the lowest effective tax millage in Geauga County,” Armstrong said, pointing to a slide showing projected local taxes of $10,498,985 in 2024, projected state funding of $3,626,761 and all other revenue projected to be $1,822,402.

Expenditures for 2024 are expected to include personnel salaries of about $6.3 million, benefits of about $3.5 million, purchased services at roughly $2.3 million and all others at $2.6 million, he said.

Cardinal is a funding guarantee district. Ohio law requires the state to increase funding to schools on the guarantee in accordance with inflation, especially those like Cardinal that have low property tax income, Armstrong said.

This is particularly important in looking five years down the road.

In fiscal year 2024, Cardinal has slightly more revenue projected than expenditures. In 2025, Armstrong said income versus outgo will be close to equal and after that, expenses are expected to be higher than revenue through 2028.

The general fund cash balance will decrease as carryover funds are needed to maintain Cardinal’s operations.

Cash balance in 2026 is projected to be about $6.27 million, falling to $4.6 million in 2028, according to Armstrong’s figures.

Campus Chatter

At Marietta College for the spring semester, Riley Matchinga, of Middlefield, was named to the dean’s high honors list; and Lindsay Hissa, of Huntsburg Township, was named to the dean's list. Graduates of Cardinal High School, Matchinga is majoring in musical theatre and Hissa is majoring in strategic communication.

Grace Grover, of Middlefield, was named to the dean’s list at Miami University for the spring semester.

Nathaniel Schaden, of Huntsburg Township; and Julianna Barcikowski, of Middlefield, were named to the spring dean’s honor list at Cedarville University.

Shannon Chase, of Middlefield, was named to the University of Wisconsin-Whitewater Dean's List for the spring semester.

Geauga Park District

For more information and registration, contact the park district at 440-286-9516 or visit www.geaugaparkdistrict.org.

Climb, Ride, Glide & Play

High ropes course and boat borrowing reopen at two popular parks. Climbing the high ropes course 32 feet in the treetops at Claridon Woodlands is thrilling, and reserving an hour to climb is simple with the park district’s online reservation module also allows visitors to check availability first. Admission is free for Geauga residents. To learn age/weight restrictions, safety guidelines and more, visit the park district website.

With at least two weeks prior notice, Thursdays can also be reserved by outside camp or corporate groups with variable schedules based on group needs. Contact Trevor at 440-226-2548 for more information.

There is also a 12-foot-high, 900-squarefoot freeform boulder wall, complete with new 2024 routes to mix things up.

Meanwhile at Headwaters Park’s Boathouse, kayaks and canoes can be borrowed first-come-first-served and taken out onto the East Branch Reservoir on Saturdays, Sundays, Mondays, Thursdays and Fridays. Geauga residents can borrow for free for up to two hours for canoe and kayak and one hour max for paddleboats. Provided life vests must be worn at all times, anyone under 18 must be accompanied by an adult, and dogs are not permitted on the boats.

Outdoor Movie Nights

Free outdoor movie nights return to Observatory Park in Montville Township with “Raiders of the Lost Ark” on June 15, “Guardians of the Galaxy” on July 6 and “Migration” on Aug. 3

All movies begin at dusk, and guests

should plan to arrive around 8:30 p.m. Bring blankets, chairs, snacks, water and bug spray. Nights Out in the Parks series also includes live music on select Saturdays in the outdoor amphitheater behind Big Creek Park’s Donald W. Meyer Center: The Hickory Rockers on June 8, Bent String Band on July 13 and Hot Jazz Seven on Aug. 17, all beginning at 7 p.m.

Seeking Dragons & Damsels

June 15, 1-3 p.m.

Join Naturalist Linda Gilbert, co-author of the book “Dragonflies and Damselflies of Northeast Ohio,” on a fact-finding mission at the new Blue Heron Preserve, 14757 Ravenna Road in Burton. Discover what dragons and damsels are supported at the former Newbury Sand and Gravel surface mine.

Snake Charmer

June 16, 10 a.m. to noon

Join naturalist Andy Avram at The Rookery for his Searching for Snakes program and search for various reptiles and amphibians in all the nooks and crannies of the park. The art of finding and handling snakes is something visitors might have to see to believe, an eye-opening lesson on coexistence on Earth. No registration is required. Children must be accompanied by an adult.

Summer Solstice Day

June 20

Celebrate Summer Solstice Day by registering for an Early Morning Hike from 8-9:30 a.m. at Veterans Legacy Woods; Horseback Trail Ride Connecting the Parks from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at Holbrook Hollows; and Firefly Frolic from 8:30-10 p.m. at Headwaters Park.

Community Meetings

Listed are public meetings and executive sessions in Huntsburg, Middlefield and Parkman townships, the Village of Middlefield and Cardinal Schools for the month of June. (Please note: These meeting notices are NOT legal notices.)

Huntsburg Township: June 18, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings held at the Town Hall, 16534 Mayfield Road.

Middlefield Village: June 13, 5:30 p.m. – Recreation, 6 p.m. – Finance & Ordinance,

6:30 p.m. – Safety, 7 p.m. – Village Council. All meetings are at the Municipal Center, 14860 N. State Ave.

Parkman Township: June 18, 7 p.m., Board of Trustees. All meetings are held at the Community House, 16295 Main Market Road, unless otherwise noted.

Cardinal BOE: June 12, 6:30 p.m., regular meeting; June 26, 6:30 p.m., work session. All meetings held at BOE Office, 15982 E. High St., Middlefield, unless otherwise indicated.

fourth-grader Ethan K. and staff member Sherry Hickox.

Thank you to the East Geauga Kiwanis and Vinny's for sponsoring the Students of the Month program for the 2023-24 academic school year.

Experiment on Sound

Third-graders recently conducted multiple experiments on sound. They had tuning forks in which the shorter the fork, the higher the pitch and the longer the fork, the

lower the pitch. There were machines with wooden holders where the tuning fork created the waves that were recorded by a pen on

the piece of paper by the length of the tuning fork. Then they demonstrated with a machine

where they could see their own wavelengths from the microphone into which they were talking.

Eighth-graders recently took their annual class trip to Cedar Point. From there, they went to Dearborn, Mich., where they took a tour of the Henry Ford Museum and finished up at the Greenfield Village.

Volunteers Needed to Deliver Meals

The Geauga County Department on Aging is in need of Home Delivered Meal drivers for both Middlefield and Burton.

The meal routes start at the Middlefield Senior Center, 15820 Ridgewood Road in Middlefield.

The Home Delivered Meal program delivers warm, nutritious lunches from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., Monday through Friday, to homebound senior citizens in the community.

area agencies, organizations, church groups and individuals 18 years old or older, with a valid driver’s license, who are interested in volunteering for the program. Training includes filing department on aging Home Delivered Meal volunteer paperwork and a short orientation about the program. Volunteers can deliver meals on a weekly, bi-weekly, monthly or as needed/substitute basis.

To sign up or for any questions, contact

Cardinal Honors Retirees

SUBMITTED

Beverly May Runyon and David G. Crowley, $220,000. (1.00 acres)

MIDDLEFIELD TOWNSHIP

Jonathan R. Kotrlik, 15245 Georgia Road, to Quin Properties LLC, $52,500. (0.25 acres)

MIDDLEFIELD VILLAGE

NVR Inc., 15228 Timber Ridge, to Eric J. and Alyssa M. Head, $328,800. (0.21 acres)

Middlefield Parkway, 15224 Timber Ridge, to NVR Inc., $64,600. (0.27 acres)

NVR Inc., 15245 Timber Ridge, to Kelly Shively, $378,400. (0.21 acres)

(5.27 acres)

Martha C. Wengerd, and Harley Jr. and Sylvia Hochstetler, Tavern Road, to Melvin J. and Esther W. Yoder, $37,000. (1.91 acres)

Jacob J., Mary G., Marvin J. and Emma M. Byler, 17980 Tavern Road, to Marvin J. and Emma M. Byler, $82,000. (18.95 acres)

John Fisher, Fannie Fisher, John Fisher Jr. and Sarah Fisher, and Matthew D. and Fannie Detweiler, 15390 Nash Road, to John and Fannie Fisher, and Matthew D. and Fannie Detweiler, $246,260. (68.31 acres)

Don R. and Theresa Hofstetter, Industrial Circle (s/l 20), to Owen L. and Betty E. Schmucker, $45,000. (1.50 acres)

Sue Hickox, Dave Bronson and Cheryl Ohtola were awarded with lunch and cake in recognition of their retirement from Cardinal Local Schools.

Police Blotter

The following is a sampling of the calls handled by the Middlefield Village Police Department, May 24 through June 6, 2024.

ASSAULT

May 29

4:28 p.m., W. High Street. Caller was assaulted by a female, was punched and hair pulled. Grey Dodge Caravan with wheelchair lift. Caller is in a tan truck. Rescue denied. Vehicle left. Caller claims she was assaulted by another while arguing over a parking spot. Her hair was pulled out and she was struck in the face. She also reported the plate to the vehicle the other wom an was driving came back to an Amish male. There are cameras on the building that can help identify the other woman.

CITIZEN ASSIST

May 30

CITIZEN DISPUTE

June 5

10:39 a.m., Royal Oak Drive. Officer responded to location for a neighbor dispute. Complainant advised he and his neighbor got into an argument over the property line. Both parties are aware this is a zoning issue, not a police issue. Both parties agreed to stay separated so there will be no further disturbances.

FRAUD

March 28

2 p.m., W. High Street. Needs to report fraud from her bank account over $1,000. Spoke with complainant and advised her to contact her local bank and police agency in Houston, where the fraudulent purchase took place, the bank and boot store are in Texas.

ROAD RAGE

June 1

10:55 p.m., E. High Street. Male believes his ex may have taken his guns out of his storage locker. Trying to find out if she may have turned them in at the PD or GCSO. If not, he would like to find out where the guns are or if he needs to report them stolen. He shares a storage unit with his ex-girlfriend in Middlefield Township. He advised he does not wish to report the guns stolen today; he is going to attempt to contact his ex-girlfriend first.

4:44 p.m., Madison Road. White Chevy Express Van. Male driving shaking an axe out the window following the caller. Van stopped in the middle of the road, male got out and started walking back toward caller. UTL/GOA.

SUSPICIOUS

May 30

9:21 p.m., Main Market Road, Parkman. Deputy observed subject walking down 422 in Parkman and knew he had a warrant. Subject was picked up on his warrant and transported to the jail without incident.

May 31

12:16 a.m., W. High St. Suspicious male parked in the parking lot of Harrington Plaza stated he was using McDonald’s wifi. Had multiple warrants with GCSO. Deputy transported to jail.

June 2

7:49 p.m., N. State Ave. Caller was communicating online with a male who states he owns a house in LA and is in Ireland. Caller reported communicating online with an unknown party for the past two months. This individual reported he was going to travel to her location to be with her. No identity information or money was exchanged. Party was blocked and advice given.

THEFT

May 30

9:18 p.m., W. High Street. Trailer was stolen from the mall, yesterday or last night. Open flatbed trailer, 18-feet long. Meet complainant at the corner of the parking lot by the equipment.

Health & Wellness

Family First Council

June 17, 1:30 p.m.

Geauga Family First Council meets the third Monday of the month at the Geauga County Office Building, Suite B168/Carlton Room, 12611 Ravenwood Drive in Chardon. Meetings are open to the public.

For more information, contact Tim Kehres, Geauga Family First Council coordinator, at 440-285-1201.

Bloodmobile

The American Red Cross urges donors to come to give blood or platelets to keep the blood supply strong. Make donation appointments by using the Red Cross Blood Donor App, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-733-2767.

June 20, Middlefield Library, 16167 East

High St., Middlefield, 12-6 p.m.

June 20, Adam Hall, 11455 E. Washington St., Auburn Township, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.

June 26, University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center, 13207 Ravenna Road, Claridon Township, 11 a.m. to 4 p.m.

Family Health & Safety Day

June 29, 9 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Join University Hospitals Geauga Medical Center for a family-friendly community event to celebrate wellness with free health screenings, educational activities and demonstrations.

The event includes both walk-up and preregistered health screenings at the medical center located at 13207 Ravenna Road, Claridon Township.

For information or to register for screenings, call 440-901-6169.

Geauga Public Library

Programs require registration unless otherwise noted. Include an email and phone number when registering for programs to receive updates about all programs. Visit www.geaugalibrary.net.

Storytimes

Join for a storytime that is sure to engage, connect and inspire children with their imagination. A complete list of upcoming storytime programs is available to view on the website’s programs calendar.

Discussion Groups

No registration is required.

• Middlefield, June 13, 5:30 p.m., “Crow Mary” by Kathleen Grissom

• Thompson, June 15, 2 p.m., “They Both Die at the End” by Adam Silvera

• Bainbridge, June 18, 7 p.m., “The Spectacular” by Fiona Davis

• Chardon, June 19, 7 p.m., “Lessons in Chemistry” by Bonnie Garmus

• Virtual, June 20, 6:30 p.m., “The Spare Man” by Mary Robinette Kowal

• Middlefield, June 25, 7 p.m., “Black Cake” by Charmaine Wilkerson

Look & Learn Library Databases

June 14, 10-11:30 a.m. • Bainbridge

Learn how to use LinkedIn Learning like a pro with guidance from trained library staff.

Puzzle Exchange

June 15, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. • Chardon Exchange jigsaw puzzles for new ones with other puzzle enthusiasts. It’s a basic premise: leave some, take some. No registration is required.

Early Architecture of Geauga

June 15, 2-4 p.m. • Thompson

Explore Geauga County's architecture and learn how to identify the architectural styles of its homes and buildings.

America's Best Idea

June 15, 2:30-3:30 p.m. • Virtual

Join on Zoom and learn about the founding of the National Park Service and the history of the conservation movement in the United States.

Underground Railroad in Ohio

June 18, 11 a.m. to noon • Virtual

Join author Kathy Schulz on Zoom as she tells of the history of Ohio’s Underground Railroad using the true stories of Addison White, John Parker and more.

Road Trip Adventures

June 20, 3-4 p.m. • Geauga West

Youth in grades 3-5 will visit states across the United States through stories, games and activities.

Plant-Based Summer Favorites

June 20, 7-8 p.m. • Virtual

Join Ann and Jane Esselstyn and Brian Hart for a health-focused demo highlighting some of their favorite "go-to" summer meals built for family gatherings on the porch.

Yoga: The Science of Stretch

June 20, 7-8 p.m. • Thompson

Bring a yoga mat and a small pillow or two and discover the wonders of yoga.

Kids Craft with Evelyn

June 23, 2-3 p.m. • Thompson

Third-grader Evelyn Faye will lead a crafting class for youth in grades K-5 on how to make a combination dragon and fortune teller.

iPad Basics

June 25, 2-3 p.m. • Bainbridge

Learn how to make the most of an iPad and all its features with help from trained library staff.

We now offer paper shredding.

We accept: Just weigh, pay and go. Only $1.20 per lb. Questions? Call us or stop in.

Classifieds

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AUTOS & PARTS

Ford F-150 ext cab truck: manual 5-speed, alum cap, new bed, 2006, 150,000 miles, $4,500. 440-3645098.

FOR RENT

Office Space in Chardon: second floor, Main Street, approx. 535 square feet. $600/month, includes HVAC and water. Call 440-285-2247.

FOR SALE

Small stack of lumber: multiple sizes. 2007 Dodge Dakota SLT: 161,000 miles, silver, 6’6” bed w/liner, body some rust-back fender wells. Call for details 440-2239471.

Howard Rototiller: 42” wide, for compact tractor. Cat 1 three-point hitch. $1,800. 440-487-2955. Three Piece Octagon Picnic Table: made with KDAT yellow pine treated wood, with benches, new; $550. 440548-2657.

VEVOR Demolition Jack Hammer 3600W Jack Hammer Concrete Breaker 1800 BPM Heavy Duty Electric Jack Hammer 6pcs Chisels Bit w/Gloves & 360°Swiveling Front Handle for Trenching, Chipping, Breaking Holes. BRAND NEW, NEVER OPENED. $225. Email ads@karlovecmedia.com and write “Jack Hammer” in subject line.

Fishing rods: With reel $10. Without reel $5. Older models. 440-548-2678.

Solid Cherry Corner Desk: like new, 78” tall, 48” depth, 64” wide, paid $2,250, asking $1,480/OBO. Antique French round marble table w/4 chairs, $1,600/OBO. 440-338-3563.

Utility Trailer: 7’x12’, needs work. 440-313-5896.

GARAGE/ESTATE SALES

Sale! Tools, glassware, crafts. Too much to list. Priced to sell. Jun 21-22, 9a-4p. 18071 Tilden, Troy, close to Rt. 700. Huge free pile.

Second Hand Treasures. A unique shopping place. Something for everyone! Weekly Sales: Thursday, Friday, Saturday. 9a-5p. Many $1 bargains. 9098 Old St Road, Rt.608, Chardon.

PETS & ANIMALS

Barn homes needed for semi-feral cats, as their elderly caretaker is being evicted. All cats are being fixed & vaccinated. Rebecca 440-321-2485.

MISCELLANEOUS

FREE fact! Parents are KEY to keeping your kids off drugs. Protect their future! Now.

REAL ESTATE

57 acres of farmland: in Jefferson, Ashtabula county $3,800/acre. Call 330-979-2618.

Homes & Land Wanted: any condition or situation! Fast, friendly, local. Serving Geauga and surrounding counties. Text or call Wayne at 330-269-9595.

RENTAL WANTED

Healthy mature senior quiet Christian female seeking Christian woman’s or a married Christian couple’s home to rent a quiet room and private bath in Chardon area. I am waiting for my subsidized senior unit to open within 3 to 9 months or maybe a bit longer. I have good references. No smoking. No pets. 619-709-0069 or g.laurel@icloud.com.

SERVICES

Joe Eicher doing roofing, siding, remodeling, cleanout houses, we do most anything. Call between 8a-4p, 440-813-4272. No answer, leave message.

Did you know Karlovec Media Group prints business cards? Call 440-729-7667 or email ads@karlovecmedia.com. Mullet’s Precision Trim Work LLC: specializing in cabinetry, flooring and any interior moldings. Licensed and insured. Call 440-228-6837 for free estimate.

Albert’s Complete Tree Service: 45+yrs experience! Competent in all aspects of Arboriculture, Forestry and Land Clearing Also, Firewood, Excavation and Sewer Work. Free Estimates. 440-687-5404.

Doing in-home Elder Care: laundry, cleaning, personal care. Certified with references. 440-313-1804.

Top Shelf Construction LLC: Decks, Garages, Trim interior and exterior, Remodeling. Jonathan Fisher, 330-4423995, topshelfconstrunction@yodermail.net.

Taxi Service: 4 passengers only, for cleaning crews, short and long trips. Contact Lisa at 440-708-4835.

WANTED TO BUY

4-wheelers, 3-wheelers, dirt bikes, mini-bikes, go-carts, golf carts, gators, farm tractors/equipment, trailers, riding mowers, snowplows. Paying cash. 440-413-3119.

Old fishing tackle wanted: fishing lures (wood or plastic), mouse to bear traps, wooden duck decoys. Call Lee 440-313-8331.