When the Burton Log Cabin was built by the Chamber of Commerce, it encouraged thousands of visitors and residents to come and see the production of maple syrup.
Thousands of visitors did come to the Grand opening in March 1931 and that tradition continues each spring.
The original cabin was patterned after the Log Cabin in Kentucky in which Abraham Lincoln was born. Additions were put on in 1931, 1932, 1954, 1959, and the newest portion opened in 1962.
The Burton Log Cabin is a working sugar house producing maple syrup every spring and making maple candy year round. It is owned and operated by the Burton Chamber of Commerce and also serves as the information resource center for Burton and surrounding areas.
The Cabin is open for business
7 days a week, year-round.
Each March since 1951, Burton has been serving pancakes every spring to over 20,000 guests. It became so popular that the Burton-Middlefield Rotary Club decided to officially trademark our town as “Pancake Town USA.”
Today the Rotary Club, the Century Village Museum and other groups continue to serve these annual March Sunday pancake breakfasts. Since 1951, over 1.84 million pancakes have been served in Burton to over 588,094 hungry people. More than 25,164 gallons of pure maple syrup have been poured over those pancakes. More than 141,514 pounds of sausage have been cooked, and 1,274,924 cups of coffee poured for visitors to Burton. (figures as of 06/2014)
In 2015 begining the first
Sunday in March our trees will be tapped, sap gathered and boiled, pancakes and sausage cooked, and coffee brewed for thousands of people who for
64 years have made this a yearly tradition.
The Burton Log Cabin will be making maple syrup and maple candy, a tradition in the area which dates back for centuries. An Antique and Craft Show will be in full swing at the High School, the Burton Public Library will host book sales and Century Village Museum will bustle with activity. Local antique stores and shops stocked with new ideas for spring are ready for visitors.
But don’t despair...you can still have unique & delicious pancakes even after the season ends. All year-round many local restaurants, civic organizations and lodging facilities serve pancakesand offer pure maple syrup for your enjoyment!
The Recurrent Events list presents those events that happen in Burton on an ongoing basis.
The Monthly listings highlight special events in our area.
Cruise-In on Main Street
Starts June 7 at 5pm and every Monday ending Aug 29.
Music, Cars, Food, and More on Main Street in Burton!
Coffee Corners Antiques
Live entertainment
Saturday nights all year.
440-834-0076
Hastings Dairy
Cow Tales Adventure
May 17, June 1, Sept 14, Oct 5
(10am-12pm) $6/person.
An event for children 5 and under with a caregiver.
Wagon ride tour of farm,
watch cows milking, pet calves, train ride, and playground.
Taste and purchase milk made at the on-farm creamery. For details visit http://www.hastingsdairy.com
Hastings Dairy
Milk from
Cow to Bottle Tour & Tasting
May 29, June 15, July 1, July 16, Aug 3, Aug 13, Sept 18, Oct 14
(1-3pm) $6/person.
Experience a working dairy farm & creamery.
Watch cows milking, pet calves, wagon ride and more!
Taste & purchase fresh milk bottled on-farm at Rowdy Cow Creamery.
Fun for the whole family! For details visit www.hastingsdairy.com
East Geauga Kiwanis -
Fish Fries
Apr 8 & 22, May 6 & 20, Sept 23, Oct 7 (4:30- 7pm)
Come enjoy a delicious fish fry for a good cause at the
Middlefield Fire Hall!
“Pancake Town USA”
Mar 6, 13, 20; Apr 3,10
(9am-1:30pm)
Pancakes & Sausage Breakfast
Atwood-Mauck American Legion Post 459
Mar 6, 13, 20; Apr 3, 10
(9am-2pm)
Pancakes at Century Village Museum
At Century Village Museum
Mar 6, 13, 20 (8am-1:30pm)
Pancakes & Omelets Breakfast
Sponsored by the
Burton/Middefield Rotary
Berkshire High School
Mar 6, 13, 20 (9am-3pm)
Pancakes & Sausage Breakfast
Burton Fire Station
Mar 6, 13, 20 (8am-2pm)
Craft Show
Berkshire High School
Mar 19 (11am sharp)
Easter Eggstravaganza
Children 10 and under celebrate Easter at our annual Easter Eggstravaganza egg hunt. Search for colorful, filled Easter eggs. Held outdoors or in our Glasshouse Pavilion in inclement weather. Farm store open 10am-5pm.
www.sunrisefarmgifts.com
Sunrise Farm
Mar 19 (Open 5pm)
Ladies Auxiliary Oink and Squeal Party, Chinese Raffles
Burton American Legion
Mar 26 (11am to Noon)
14th Annnual
Edible Book Festival
Celebrated worldwide!
People create books which are
totally edible.
The books are judged, then eaten!
Fun for all ages.
Burton Public Library
Apr 3, 10 (9am-1:30pm)
Pancake & Sausage breakfast
Burton American Legion
Apr 15
Dueling Pianos
Presented by Burton-Middlefield Rotary.
See web site for details or call 440-682-0135.
burtonmiddlefieldrotary.com
Burton-Middlefield Rotary
Apr 17 (9am-1:30pm)
Geauga County Council
Fundraiser Breakfast
Burton American Legion
Apr 30; May 1 (Sat. 10am-5pm)
Spring Garden Party
Our sparkling glasshouse welcomes you to our Spring Garden Party with colorful annuals, perennials, and herbs. Gourmet teas, cakes, and sweets are served each day. sunrisefarmgifts.com
Sunrise Farm
May 6 (Noon-7pm)
May 7(9am- 2pm)
Mothers Day Flower Sale
Burton American Legion
May 17 (10am-12pm) $6/person
Hastings Dairy - Cow Tales
Adventures.
See Recurring Events.
May 21-22
Rib Burn Off
Join us for our second rib burn off. Music, food, and fun.
At Century Village Museum
May 29 (1-3pm) $6/person
Hastings Dairy - Milk from Cow to Bottle Tour & Tasting
See Recurring Events.
May 30 (11am)
Memorial Day Service
Burton Village gazebo followed by open house at the legion hall
Burton American Legion
June 1 (10am-12pm) $6/person
Hastings Dairy - Cow Tales
Adventures
See Recurring Events.
June 4 (Sign-in at 10:30am)
Seventh Annual Golf Outing
Pleasant Hills Golf Course
Burton American Legion
Jun 11 (Sat, 10am-4:30pm)
Burton Antiques Market
400 Dealers - all Antiques
and old Collectibles - 55th year - something for everyone - inside and out - rain or shine - dealers from all over the US and Canada - Largest 1 day antique show in the country. General Admission $8;
Early Bird Admission at 8am $25.
burtonantiquesmarket.com
Geauga County Fairgrounds
June 11
Sunrise Farm Strawberry Season
Baskets of sweet, local strawberries will be available inside the market for 3 weeks beginning approximately June 10th.
sunrisefarmgifts.com
Sunrise Farm
June 12 (3pm)
Commanders Reception and
Scholarship Awards
Burton American Legion
June 15 (1-3pm) $6/person
Hastings Dairy - Milk from Cow
to Bottle Tour & Tasting
See Recurring Events.
June 19
Ice Cream Social
Join us for an ice cream social and the grand opening of our newest clothing exhibit.
At Century Village Museum
July 1 (1-3pm) $6/person
Hastings Dairy - Milk from Cow to Bottle Tour & Tasting
See Recurring Events.
July 4 (July 5 rain date) 6pm through conclusion of fireworks
Veterans Appreciation Day
At Geauga County Fairgrounds
Burton American Legion
July 11-15 (10am-3pm)
Pioneer School
Children will experience pioneer life in the Western Reserve through hands-on project, observing artisans, enjoying music, square-dancing, and pioneer games. Pioneer School is open to all children ages 8-12.
Early registration suggested.
$95 Members/$115 Non-Members
At Century Village Museum
July 16 (1-3pm) $6/person
Hastings Dairy - Milk from Cow
to Bottle Tour & Tasting
See Recurring Events.
July 29-31
Antique Power Show
Old engines whistle, puff smoke,
saw wood, thresh grain, and demonstrate the power the power of another era. A must for school children and history lovers!
At Century Village Museum
August (all month)
Sunrise Farm’s Peach Party
Come on in during our Annual Peach Party for fresh, sweet, local peaches. Free stone Red Haven peaches are a customer favorite!
www.sunrisefarmgifts.com
Sunrise Farm
Aug 3 (1-3pm) $6/person
Hastings Dairy - Milk from Cow to Bottle Tour & Tasting
See Recurring Events.
Aug 12 (8am-Noon)
G.I. Get Together
Coffee & Donuts at the
Legion Post 459
Burton American Legion
Aug 13 (1-3pm) $6/person
Hastings Dairy - Milk from Cow to Bottle Tour & Tasting
See Recurring Events.
Aug 13 (Noon-8pm)
Raccoon County Music Festival
Day long festival celebrating
bluegrass and folk music performed by a variety of musicians.
Members free / Adults $7/
Children 6-12 $5/ Under 6 free
At Century Village Museum
Sept (Labor Day thru Oct)
Apple Picking Time
Apple picking, a fall tradition, at Sunrise Farm. Select from several varieties of delicious Ohio Apples.
Sunrise Farm
Sept 1-5 (10am-Midnight)
Great Geauga County Fair
Enjoy your Labor Day weekend with the fun and excitement of the 194th annual Geauga County Fair.
Sept 10
Clam or Steak Bake
Check website or call for details. 440-834-1492
www.geaugahistorical.org
At Century Village Museum
Sept 11 (8:30am)
Patriot Day Program
At Burton Village Park - Burton American Legion
Sept. 14 (10am-Noon) $6/person
Hastings Dairy - Cow Tales
Adventures
See Recurring Events!
Sept 18 (1-3pm) $6/person
Hastings Dairy - Milk from Cow to Bottle Tour & Tasting
See Recurring Events.!
Sept 24 (Sat, 10am-4:30pm)
Burton Antiques Market
See June 11 event for details.
Oct 1 (10am-4pm)
Fall Walking & Driving Tours
Pick up your itinerary at the Burton Log Cabin.FREE.
Sponsored by the Burton
Chamber of Commerce
Oct 1-29 (10am-5pm)
Fall Festival Weekends
at Sunrise Farm
Every weekend in October bring the family out to enjoy apple picking, apple fritters, homemade caramel apples, hot apple cider, hunt for the perfect pumpkin, and enjoy a trip through our classic Halloween cornstalk mystery maze.
sunrisefarmgifts.com
Sunrise Farm
Oct 5 (10am-Noon) $6/person
Hastings Dairy - Cow Tales
Adventures
See Recurring Events.
Oct 8-9 (10am-6pm)
Oxtoberfest
Enjoy a Burton tradition on the square. Great food, entertainment, Beer Tent, Artisans & Vendors on the Square.
Sponsored by
Burton Chamber of Commerce.
Oct 8-9 (10am-5pm)
68th Annual
Apple Butter Festival
Apple butter simmers in copper kettles! Antique vendors, pony rides, baked goods, fine arts, crafts & music.
GCHS Members Free.
At Century Village Museum
Oct 14 (1-3pm) $6/person
Hastings Dairy - Milk from
Cow to Bottle Tour & Tasting
See Recurring Events.
Oct. 16 (9am-1:30pm)
Geauga County Council Fundraiser Breakfast at Burton Legion Hall.
Burton American Legion
Nov 5 & 6
(Sat & Sun 10am-5pm)
Sunrise Farm’s
Christmas Open House
Enjoy hot apple cider and gourmet goodies during our open house. Santa will delight children on a hayride noon to three each day (weather permitting). Select fresh wreaths and green. Thanksgiving weekend, choose your live tree in our glasshouse pavilion.
sunrisefarmgifts.com
Sunrise Farm
Nov. 11(4:30-7pm)
Veteran’s Open House
Chili and Soup Dinner.
Burton American Legion Hall
Nov 26
Breakfast with Santa & Craft Fair
Breakfast 9am to 1pm, craft fair 9am to 3pm.
Burton American Legion Hall
Nov 26-27, Dec. 3-4
Christmas at Century Village
Come visit us in all of our holiday splendor! Free to the public.
At Century Village Museum
Nov. 26 (10am-4pm)
Children’s Make ‘n’ Take
Holiday Crafts
Burton Public Library
Nov 25-Dec 16
Gingerbread House Display
Burton Public Library
Nov 25-27
Country Hearth Christmas
& Christmas in the Village
Burton Village celebrates Christmas with old-fashioned flair. Enjoy the many holiday activities and Santa at the Burton Log Cabin.
Sponsored by
Burton Chamber of Commerce
Nov 27 (9am-1pm)
Ladies Auxiliary - Breakfast with Santa at the Legion Hall
Burton American Legion
Dec 2 (5-8pm)
Holiday Open House
Locally Blown Glass
Dec 7 (11am)
Pearl Harbor Day
Burton Village Gazebo
Burton American Legion
Mark your 2017 calendar for...
Feb. 11 (10am-4pm)
2017 Tree Tapping Ceremony
The official start the Maple Syrup Season with demonstrations and hot chocolate and donuts. At Burton Log Cabin & Sugar Camp. FREE!
Sponsored by
Burton Chamber of Commerce
Burton Chamber of Commerce
440-834-4204
www.burtonchamberofcommerce.org
The Geauga County
Historical Society
440-834-1492 www.centuryvillagemuseum.org
Burton Middlefield Rotary
www.burtonmiddlefieldrotary.com
Burton Public Library
440-834-4466 • www.burtonlibrary.org
Destination Geauga
1-800-775-TOUR www.destinationgeauga.com
Additional
Ohio tourism information www.discoverohio.com