Geauga Park District strives to connect you with the most inspiring elements of the Great Outdoors, and when it comes to our programming, we're all synced up with this part of our mission.

Visit the Special Events page for information about the Nature Arts Festival in August.

Programs

Here are the currently scheduled Arts in Nature programs. For those that require registration, click the Find a Program/Event button above to sign up.

Rebecca Wohlever in Concert
Saturday, May 18, 7-8:30 PM
Big Creek Park, Amphitheater
Enjoy songs inspired by life, as well as emotional, social and environmental issues, by this Geauga singer-songwriter, online at www.rebeccawohlever.com. Refreshments served. Held indoors if inclement weather. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.

Maple Town Tune Traders Jam Session
Thursday, May 23, 7-9 PM
The West Woods Nature Center
Singers and musicians: Share songs and tunes in all genres each 4th Thursday or just come and listen. Acoustic and gently amplified instruments and vocals. Snacks to share welcome. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.

Nature Writers' Coffee House
Friday, May 31, 7-9 PM, The West Woods Nature Center
Don't miss the opportunity to mingle with writers of all ages and literary expertise. We honor winners of Geauga Park District's 18th Annual Nature Writing Contest (results at this link), and all in attendance are welcome to read their works. Refreshments served. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.

Chardon Polka Band in Concert
Saturday, June 1, 7-8:30 PM
Big Creek Park, Amphitheater
Enjoy favorite polka hits with a twist. Held indoors if inclement weather. Refreshments served. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.

Shutterbugs Camera Club
Thursday, June 6, 7-9 PM
The West Woods Nature Center
The advent of vacation season is a perfect time to perfect your skills. All experience and equipment levels are welcome at these free monthly instructional sessions. See Things to Do on the website for entry qualifications. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.

The Mastery of Artist Florian K. Lawton: A Retrospective
Friday, June 7, 7-9 PM
The West Woods Nature Center
Meet Florian’s son Ken, managing partner of the Florian K. Lawton Foundation, and view a collection of some of Florian’s best nature-inspired artwork as well as his outstanding Amish culture pieces. A portion of sales will benefit the Amish Heritage Center, Hiram College and Geauga Park District. Refreshments served. Artwork on display till July 24.
Wheelchair/stroller accessible.

Family Dog & Emerald Ash Kickers in Concert
Saturday, June 15, 7-9 PM
Big Creek Park, Amphitheater
Join us for an evening of Americana music blending folk, rock, country, blues and other American music traditions with two Chardon-based bands whose repertoires include original songs. Held indoors if inclement weather. Refreshments served. Wheelchair/stroller accessible. - Volunteers needed

Celestial Paper Casting Art Workshop (Ages 10+)
Wednesday, June 19, 6:30-8:30 PM
Observatory Park, Robert McCullough Science Center
Create a celestial-themed casting utilizing handmade paper pulp with colorization, finished with an 8x10" mat suitable for framing. Planetarium demonstration afterward, followed by night sky viewing, weather permitting. Fee: $15 covers materials and instruction. Registration required. Wheelchair/stroller accessible.

Maple Town Tune Traders Jam Session
Thursday, June 27, 7-9 PM
The West Woods Nature Center
Singers and musicians: Share songs and tunes in all genres each 4th Thursday or just come and listen. Acoustic and gently amplified instruments and vocals. Snacks to share welcome.
Wheelchair/stroller accessible.

Humble G & the Afripeans in Concert
Saturday, June 29, 7-8:30 PM
Big Creek Park, Amphitheater
Join us for an evening of music fusion blending the violin's European flavor with African drums to create a hybrid "Afripean" sound. Held indoors if inclement weather. Refreshments served.
Wheelchair/stroller accessible.