Upcoming Community Events
Knitting with Nutter 2nd & 4th Mondays Want to have fun, create personal gifts and keepsakes for friends and loved ones, share knitting tips and ideas with the group? Come join us at the Garrettsville YMCA 8233 Park Ave, Garrettsville, OH the 2nd and 4th Mondays of every month at 10:50 am. Questions - call Phil at the YMCA (330)469-2044. Fall Storytime...
Upcoming Community Events | Week of March 8
Portage Senior Citizens Opportunities Weekdays The Portage County Senior Center, located at 705 Oakwood St., in Ravenna has many daily opportunities for local seniors to enjoy. On any given day, you can enjoy, bingo, Tai Chi, educational programs, art class, corn hole, cards & dominos with friends, and they even have a pool table. They serve lunch daily...
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Community Cash Back ProgramThrough Dec 26The Portage County Senior Center is again participating in Acme’s “Community Cash Back” program. The program runs from August 6th-December 26th, and you can either mail your receipts or drop them off. The Portage County Senior Center is located at 705 Oakwood St. (Floor G) in Ravenna. The office hours are currently M-F 9-3....
Upcoming Community Events – Week of October 14
Newton Falls Firefighters Association Breast Cancer Fundraiser The Newton Falls Firefighters Association will be selling T-shirts for the month of October to benefit breast cancer detection and research. 100% of the profits will be donated to local breast cancer research. T - shirts are being sold October 13th at Tiger Stadium for the Homecoming Football Game vs. Girard. You can...
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Second Blessings Thrift Shop Daily Specials Friday’s only, 50% off all merchandise in our Second Blessings Thrift Shop. Includes all furniture. Every day fill a shopping cart from our two overflow rooms for $20.00. Second Blessings Thrift Shop At The Renaissance Family Center Hours: Monday 10-4, Tuesday 10-4, Thursday 12-4, Friday 10-4. Farmington Senior Center Breakfasts Mondays Senior Center will be open for breakfast...
Upcoming Community Events – Week of September 29
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Food Donations Wanted ASAP First Church of God in Windham is collecting canned good and non-perishable foods for inclusion in food baskets for local families for this Thanksgiving. If you would like to help with this project to help locate families in need this Thanksgiving, donations may be brought to 9016 N Main St, Windham or by calling 330-326-2293 or 330-671-1426. Start...
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Calling All 1976 GHS AlumniRegister NowThe Garfield Class of 1976 35th reunion has been scheduled for Saturday, June 4, at 7 pm at Slim & Jumbo’s. If you graduated in 1976 or if you know someone who did, please get us contact information! You can e-mail Gwynne (Laning) D’Amico at gal31658@aol.com or call Barb (Wensel) Deakins at (440) 548-5082...
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Second Blessings Thrift Shop Extended HoursThe Renaissance Family Center now has extended hours 9005 Wilverne Drive, Windham. Monday-Friday 10 am - 6 pm and Saturday 9 am - 5 pm. Second Blessings hours are Monday-Friday 10am - 4 pm. We have a great selection of gently used furniture, antiques, vintage dishes and many clean, gently used household items. Every...
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Garrettsville Eagles Fish Fry Friday Nights Garrettsville Eagles Fish Fry. Friday nights from 4-7:30pm. Fish, shrimp or chicken tender dinners, also served as a combo. Baked potato or French fries, coleslaw or applesauce, green beans and dinner roll. To go orders welcome 330-527-2330. Monday Breakfast Mondays American Legion Post 674 to host Monday morning breakfasts, serving from 7:30-11am at 9960 Center Street, Windham, Ohio....
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Looking for Swim Lessons for Your Children? Well look no further than Hiram College. Missed the start of our first session? Have no fear as every five weeks begins a new opportunity for the community’s youth to participate in the Hiram College Water Dog Swim Lessons. Get lessons from the colleges finest once a week for a five week period. ...
Wine Tasting Event
Friends of WomenSafe is partnering with Adams Reserve Cheddar again to host the seventh annual Wine Tasting event Thursday September 15th from 6-9 p.m. at the Sharon James Cellars, 11303 Kinsman Road in Newbury. Come admire the newly renovated Sharon James, sample a variety of domestic wines, munch on hearty appetizers and enjoy the fine cheeses...
Upcoming Community Events – Week of November 24
Don’t miss Garrettsville’s Annual Clock Tower Lighting on Saturday, November 25th. The fun starts at 5:30 PM, Santa arrives by fire truck at 6:00 PM. Patio Raffle On Sale Now Get your tickets now for the JAG All Sports Booster PATIO RAFFLE! A 600 sq. ft. decorative concrete patio with fire pit, decorative seating and steps is being donated...
BONNIE & CLYDE: A New Musical Opens June 28
Aurora - Brazen and beguiling, the Tony-nominated “BONNIE & CLYDE: A New Musical” opens 8 pm June 28 for seven performances Fridays and Saturdays through July 13 and 3 pm Sunday July 7 at Aurora Community Theatre, 115 E. Pioneer Trail. The reckless duo’s story of love, adventure and shameless crime features a thrilling, non-traditional score by Frank Wildhorn that...
Upcoming Community Events (Week of October 28)
“Cookin’ Up a Storm” Enjoy food? Cooking enthusiasts are invited to the Garrettsville Library on Saturday, November 12 from 1:00 pm until 3:00 pm for the initial meeting of a new regular monthly program- “Cookin’ Up a Storm”. Led by Marian Phillips, you’ll learn about various foods, food origins, try new recipes and have an opportunity to taste new...
Upcoming Community Events – Week of February 3rd
Kindergarten Registration Time! The James A. Garfield School District is now taking reservations for Kindergarten registration for children that will turn age 5 before August 1, 2017. Registration will take place on, Monday, March 27nd , Tuesday, March 28th and Friday March 31st, 2017. Please call the Elementary School office at 330-527-2184 to schedule an appointment. Preschool Screenings...
Be In The Know About Bats at a Free Program in Garrettsville
Bats are an essential component to our natural world, but they also hold great value for humans. The pest control and pollinating services they offer are worth millions to the United States. Join Jamey Emmert from the ODNR Division of Wildlife to learn more about these fascinating winged mammals. Hosted by the Silver Creek Garden Club, the program will...
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Am. Legion Breakfast Mondays Legion Aux Post 674 in Windham will serve breakfast on Monday mornings from 7- 11 am $7.00 for full menu; $5.00 for limited; Includes coffee, juice and water. Everyone welcome ! BINGO! Thursdays St. Michael’s Church at 9736 East Center Street in Windham, OH holds bingo every Thursday in the church hall. We have a Large Running Progressive! Come and play...
Upcoming Community Events – Week of November 6
Great Gifts From Historical SocietyCall Today!The James A. Garfield Historical Society is still selling cemetery books for $5. each. We have four available. Park Cemetery, Drakesburg Cemetery, West Cemetery and the Baptist Cemetery. “Where’s my Milkman“ books, written by Scott Lawless, and “Garrettsville Strong” books, written by Pam Montgomery are also still available. 1880 maps of Garrettsville are also...
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Produce Vendors Needed Register Now The Garrettsville Curtains up Theatre is planning their 2011 Farmers Market. They are currently looking for PRODUCE vendors. Please contact Jackie Loreta-Rinearson at 216-375-0709 or email her at rinearson05@frontier.com. The market will be held Wednesdays from late July through early October. Other vendors selling edible products are needed also, but only produce vendors are being registered at...
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#Garrettsville Strong Fundraiser Book Contents of the book will include: History of the development of Main Street area of the fire, compiled memories from the public, Main Street on fire, Recovery, Rebuild. Send your info and pictures to Nelson United Methodist Church% Pam Montgomery, PO Box 210 Garrettsville, OH 44231. Start Something Big Brothers & Sisters of Portage County is currently in...
Upcoming Community Events – Week of July 10, 2015
BOOK Review & Discussion 1st Monday of Month Dr J Patella offers portions of a current human interest book to review and discuss based on content, style, and merit. For an excellent and interesting literary assessment, please join us at the Garrettsville YMCA 8233 Park Ave, Garrettsville, OH 1st Monday of every month at 11am. Questions - call Phil at the...
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Chardon To Host Love Fest LOVE FEST is an annual open-air music festival that takes place on Chardon Square, located in Chardon, Ohio on June 25th from noon-12pm. LOVE FEST gives stage to the up-and-coming heroes of the next generation of music.We embrace bands from as far way as Canada as well as from our backyard of NE Ohio....
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Turkey Shoots Sundays thru Nov 24 Shooting starts at 10am now thru Nov 24. The competition is with shotgun; closest pellet to center wins! Winners receive cash, meat & assorted prizes. Refreshments are available for purchase. LOCATION: Shalersville; Peck Rd. (1/2 mile South of Rt. 303 on west side of road). Proceeds benefits Streetsboro Sportsman’s Associations. 100th Birthday Card Party Former James A...
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Community Calendar Aspire Programs Mondays & Wednesdays The Portage County Maplewood Aspire Program will begin offering GED, Adult Diploma and ESOL classes at the Kent Free Library on Wednesday, January 3rd from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Classes will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays during this time. Prospective students are required to first attend an orientation session prior to entering class...
Upcoming Community Events – Week of November 25
Clean Out Your Closets Before The Holidays! The MVPs of James A Garfield Middle School, in partnership with Easter Seals Disabilities Services, are hosting a “FILL THE TRUCK” fundraiser on December 3, 2016 from 10:00-4:00 at the Middle School. The MVPs is a parent organization that raises money throughout the year to benefit seventh and eighth grade students and teachers....
Upcoming Community Events in Portage, Trumbull, and Geauga
Hiram Community Trust: Grant Applications Due by April 4 Hiram Community Trust provides grant funds for projects that promote a spirit of cooperation among Hiram Village, Hiram Township, Hiram College, and James A. Garfield and Crestwood Local Schools. The purpose of these funds is to enrich life in the Hiram community by funding creative proposals for projects to support community enrichment....
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American Legion Fish Fry Fridays The Windham American Legion will be hosting a fish fry every Friday from 5 - 8 pm. Cost is $8.50. Fellowship & Music Wednesdays Beginning on February 29, 2012, Wednesday night, at 7:00 p.m. and each Wednesday night after February 29 there will be fellowship and music at the Newton Falls United Methodist Church located at 336 Ridge Road,...
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Second Blessings Thrift ShopOur furniture room is now stocked full of new donations of used furniture, lamps and occasionally antiques. From our two overflow rooms shoppers can fill one of our shopping carts for only $20.00. In the Second Blessings Thrift Shoppe we have many new household items and many items in like new condition, all reasonably priced. Shopping...
Auburn Fire Department Clam Bake
The Auburn Fire Department is hosting their Annual Clam Bake. The Clam Bake is on September 10, 2016 at the fire station and serving will from 6 to 8:30 pm. There be a dozen wonderful clams, half a barbeque chicken, delicious ear of corn, yummy yam, cooling cole slaw and fresh roll awaiting your arrival. For...
