Line-up for Kiwanis Summer Concerts Announced

Every summer during the month of July and August the West Geauga Kiwanis sponsors FREE Concerts in the Park at the Chesterland Community Park located at the intesection of Mayfield and Chillicothe Rds

Concerts Start at 7 pm end at 9 pm

7/8 = The Good Knights https://thegoodknights.com/

7/15 = Ted Riser https://tedriser.com/

7/22 = The DB Project https://www.facebook.com/the.db.project.2023/

7/29 = The Swamp Rattlers http://www.swamprattlers.com/

8/5 = Rockability https://npowerservices.com/rockability/

8/12 = No Control https://www.facebook.com/NoControlMusic/

West Geauga Kiwanis Hosts Division Meeting

On June 10, 2026, the West Geauga Kiwanis Club hosted the Division meeting for Kiwanis clubs in Division 22. These clubs all over Northeast Ohio met at Eddy Fruit Farm in Chesterland, Ohio. Eddy Fruit Farm is the summer home of the Kiwanis Club of West Geauga. Leaders from these clubs each touted the many projects that they are doing in their local communities.

The barbecue dinner was headed up by the renowned Chef Les Scott, a member of the West Geauga Club.

The Highlight of the evening was the performance of Hearts for Music.

They welcome musicians of all ages and abilities to perform together as a united ensemble, transforming disabilities into abilities. The organization operates heavily in the Chesterland and greater Northeast Ohio region, hosting local performances and community workshops. Many members of the West Geauga Kiwanis Aktion Club are members.

The Kiwanis Club of West Geauga donated $500 to Hearts for Music, the check was presented by President Robert Schwarz.

Kiwanis Recycling Event – May 30, 2026




This is another community service provided by the Kiwanis Club of West Geauga. Thank You for your continued support.

Vendors and links to websites obout our electronics and document shredders

           Electronics Recycling, out of Columbus

 www.accurateIT.com       

            Document Shredding

www.northcoastrecycling.com

KIWANIS HONORS WEST GEUAGA STUDENTS OF THE MONTH

On Tuesday April 28, 2026, the Kiwanis Club of West Geauga honored the West Geauga High School students of the month by presenting them with a certificate and $50.00 gift card. The parents and even some grandparents were treated to a delicious dinner from Chesterland’s own Guido’s Pizzaria.

Director of Career Pathways/Connections at the WEST GEAUGA LOCAL SCHOOL DISTRICT, and Kiwanis member Jim Kish, along with Kiwanis member Mike Kilroy, presented the awards. Jim interviewed each student, who presented interesting facts about their favorite subjects in school, as well as their favorite movies, music, and other fun facts.

The students were asked by Jim, who they admired most. All the students mentioned their parents. THANK YOU, PARENTS!

We could not honor your students without you.

The students receiving rewards were Eve Carty, Jenna Aquila, Mavric Milnar, Madison Hall, Cassia Rogers, Gabriella Black, and Andrew Arra. The group picture includes West Geauga Kiwanis President Robert Schwarz.

West Geauga Kiwanis Aktion Club is Active

This summer, the West Geauga Kiwanis Aktion Club has two special events planned for the Chesterland Community. Come join the fun, get physically fit by learning how to play pickleball and then relax and enjoy our afternoon summer concert series.

CONGRATS PRESIDENT ROBERT

Congratulations to Amy Gallagher of Conneaut Kiwanis, Meriah Duncan of Kirtland Kiwanis, and Robert Schwarz of West Geauga Kiwanis for being the recipients of the Brilliant Star Certificates for their fantastic service and great commitment to the youth in our communities.

May we continue to make the world a better place one child and one community at a time.

Awesome Speakers Present at Kiwanis Meeting

At our regular Kiwanis meeting on April 14, 2026 at the Chesterland Baptist Church, the West Geauga Kiwanis members listened to 2 speakers.

George Zehnder, a local Chesterland resident gave a brief presentation about the Chester Grave Hunters, a group whose mission is “Preserving & Protecting Our Historic Graves and Cemeteries. Chesterland, Ohio,” George announced an upcoming meeting on the 225th anniversary of the founding of Chester Township. Thanks, George, for this information


Nancy Benincasa, Superintendent of the West Geauga Schools, gave an engaging presentation that highlighted how well the West Geauga Schools are doing. She cited our school’s excellent ranking within the state, the success of our sports teams,as well as the innovative and traditional aspects of the curriculum offered. Nancy also took questions from those in attendance at our Kiwanis meeting. She explained the offerings in our STEM (Science, Technology, Engineering and Math) Programs. Ryan Patti, Principal at West Geauga High School, outlined the offerings available to students seeking trade school offerings. Superintendent Benincasa was also accompanied by members of her staff, as well as a member of the school board and the district’s Treasurer.

Thank you Superintendent Benincasa and the West Geauga School’s staff, including our School Board member and Treasurer, for attending our Kiwanis meeting and providing valuable information about our schools

The Kiwanis Mission: Kiwanis is a global organization of volunteers dedicated to improving the world one child and one community at a time“.

THANK YOU FRANK SKOMROCK

Les Scott and Frank Skomrock 2022 Pancake Breakfast

42 years flipping pancakes

Frank still attends the pancake breakfasts, but as a patron with his family. Frank raised his kids in Chesterland and was a painter. He shows up with 12 of his family at the last breakfast of the year and he treats everyone. We comp his pancake breakfasts. He’s in his late 80’s. He will always be a Friend of WG kiwanis.

West Geauga Kiwanis Receives Matching Grant


The Ohio District Kiwanis Grant Foundation presented a $500 matching grant to the West Guauga Kiwanis in support of their annual 100 bags of hope food pantry outreach at their March 31, 2026 meeting.

The club is grateful for Mike Kilroy’s leadership and continuing support of this project and the recognition by our Ohio Kiwanis District

Mike Kilroy, Robert Schwarz, and Gary Stumph

Serving Children at the Ronald McDonald House

On Monday, March 23, 2026, a group of West Geauga KIwanians headed to the Ronald McDonald House on Euclid Avenue across from the Cleveland Clinic.

Ronald McDonald House provides comfort, care, and support for families with children who are sick around the world.

The Kiwanians had a guided tour of this beautiful facility that houses family members with children in the Cleveland Clinic and Rainbow Babies and Children’s Hospital. It provides a more than comfortable place for families to gather and stay. They provide meals, indoor play areas for the kids as well as an outdoor recreation area.

Our experienced Kiwanis cooks (we served 1800 people pancakes the day before) prepared a meal of pierogis, chicken paprikash, flank steak, and kielbasa. We also prepared fresh vegetables for a salad bar.

We were guided by Chef Ray, who oversees the kitchen at Ronald McDonald House.

Thank you to all at the Ronald McDonald House who allowed us to participate in the Kiwanis mission to serve and help children.

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