Geauga County Maple Leaf

Hambden Fire Reports Suspected Theft of Funds A longtime employee of the Hambden Volunteer Fire Department is under criminal investigation after the department discovered an unauthorized loss of funds, prompting an emergency infusion of township money to keep the department operating.

The Thompson branch of the Geauga County Public Library will be closed indefinitely after a failed restroom valve caused significant water damage, GCPL Director Kris Carroll said July 30. “The plumbing failure happened overnight and caused significant damage to the flooring throughout the branch, including tiles and carpet,” she said.

St. Mary School’s Beacon of Light group, a junior high service club, purchased and decorated a new Blessing Box using surplus funds raised at the Oktoberfest Lemonade Stand and other donations. The project connects students to the Corporal Works of Mercy while giving the community an ongoing, rather than one-time, resource. The box sits near a memorial marker for Coach Mare Von Lindern, who spent years serving the school and church community.

Unearth a party with dinosaur games, crafts, contests and grand prize drawings... Burton Library is located at 14588 W. Park St. Programs do not require registration unless otherwise noted. For more information, call 440-834-4466 or visit burtonlibrary.org. August 3, 1-3 p.m. Unearth a party with dinosaur games, crafts, contests and grand prize drawings. August 5, 1-2 p.m. Build back in time with Lego dinosaurs and plenty of Legos and Lego challenges for dinosaur-loving builders.

Registration ends July 31 for Help Me Learn Day, a school supply distribution program for low-income children sponsored by Geauga County Job and Family Services. The 20th annual Help Me Learn Day will be held Aug. 4 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Morning Star Friends Church, 12555 Ravenna Road in Chardon. Pre-registration is required to participate. Identification in the form of a food stamp card, Medicaid card or photo ID is required.

The Chester Township Board of Trustees meeting on July 9 began with a presentation and discussion by Jennifer Jones of the Geauga-Trumbull Solid Waste Management District (GTSWMD) regarding the recycling drop-off program and its associated costs. Jones is encouraging townships to look at the possibility of contracting with a single hauler for curbside trash/recycling services.

The American Red Cross is making an urgent call for blood donors to book appointments to keep the nation’s blood supply stable this summer. Donation appointments may be made by downloading the free Red Cross Blood Donor app, visiting RedCrossBlood.org or calling 1-800-733-2767. July 30, Lord of Life Church, 17989 Chillicothe Road, Bainbridge Township, 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. July 30, Chardon Library, 110 E. Park St., Chardon, 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. Aug.

Aug. 1, 22 and 29, 8:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. The Chardon Square Association’s Family Market is held on Chardon Square. The community-based marketplace provides fresh, locally sourced products in a family-friendly atmosphere, connecting the community with local farmers and artisans. Aug. 2, 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. Chardon Square Association is sponsoring the 45th annual Arts Festival on historic Chardon Square. The outdoor show features more than 100 juried artists. Admission and parking are free.

For more information and registration, contact the park district at 440-286-9516 or visit www.geaugaparkdistrict.org. Aug. 7, 6-8 p.m. Geauga Park District will host a free Meet the Artists reception at The West Woods Nature Center, 9465 Kinsman Road, Russell Township, featuring the work of acrylic artist Sharon Fedor and photographer Maria Perme. The exhibit showcases nature-themed acrylic paintings and photography inspired by the beauty of the natural world.

IN THE COURT OF COMMON PLEAS GEAUGA COUNTY, OHIO CASE NO. 26-F-000368 – CROSSCOUNTRY MORTGAGE, LLC, Plaintiff vs.