Community Programs

Genealogical Research Sessions
Date: Saturdays, January 24th & 31st
Time: 1:00 p.m.
Description: The Brownhelm Historical Association has amassed a respectable family genealogy collection over the years and they are so grateful to have been gifted the histories of some of the most prominent early settlers in the area. The BHA wishes to share these treasures with the public so they are hosting open genealogical research sessions for those interested to learn more about various family lineages.
The family names featured in the January genealogical sessions will include: Brown, Baumhart, Emmerich, Hasenpflug, Hollstein, Hahn, Fairchild, and Brandau.
These sessions will be held on Saturday, January 24th and again on Saturday, January 31st at the Historic Brownhelm School starting 1:00 p.m.
The BHA will display historic family photographs and other interesting documents along with the genealogical data. Free and open to the public.
If you have questions, please contact Marilyn Brill at 440-988-4550 or email at brownhelm12@roadrunner.com.

Paint-A-Slate
Date: Monday, January 26th
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Description: The Brownhelm Historical Association is offering their Paint-A-Slate event once again on Monday, January 26th from 6:30 pm to 8:00 pm. Bring the whole family out for a free, fun, crafty event. Choose your very own design to paint on a piece of historic slate. All paint, brushes, slate, and supplies will be provided, as well as some light snacks! For questions, please contact the Brownhelm Historical Association at brownhelmhistory@gmail.com. Please RSVP to Jim Giancaterino by texting: 440-315-5086.

Chili Cook-Off
Date: Saturday, February 14th
Time: 6:30 - 8:00 p.m.
Description: Come one and all, treat your family, your wife or husband, or your significant other, to a Valentine’s Day Chili Cook-off! Participants will sample and judge 12 various chili concoctions cooked up by local chefs and house-hold kitchen commanders. Hot dogs, corn bread, and other mid-winter comfort foods will be available.
Cost is $8.00 per person and includes all food and drinks available. Table reservations are available for groups wishing to sit together. BYOB if you prefer your own particular refreshment. CASH ONLY. 50/50 raffle, non-regulation corn hole games, photo booth, and all the fun you can have!