Book Review At The YMCA
1st & 3rd Mondays
LOVE 101 by author Peter McWilliams
“To love oneself is the beginning of a life long romance.” Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella:
Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave, (330)469-2044. NO book or fees required. Updates in the Weekly Villager
Craft Show Vendors Wanted
Call Today
Craft Show Vendors are wanted for a show on Nov 8 from 4:30-9 and Nov 9th 9 – 3:00 at the Ravenna Elks Club 776 North Freedom Street Ravenna. Contact 330.697.8863 for an application. Cost is $55 and covers both days.
Farmington Senior Center Breakfasts
Mondays
The Senior Center is open for breakfast Mondays from 7a-Noon. A full menu is offered from scrambled eggs to Belgian waffles. Lunches are served T-TH from 11a-1p only $5-plate includes homemade soup or salad, entrée, dessert and beverage. Menu for the week is posted on Facebook, or just call 330-889-2733.
Wing Night at the Eagles Club
Tuesdays
Every Tuesday $1 wings with purchase of a beverage.Open to the public 5:00- 8:00. The Eagles Club is located at 8149 Water Street, Garrettsville. Public Welcome!
Hilltop Crafters
1st & 3rd Mondays
Any crafter using needles is invited the first and third Monday of each month, 1:30 pm Room 4 Hilltop Church, Mantua. Call 918-406-8315 Jane Pilgrim for info.
Free Meal
First Tuesday
Free meal 1st Tuesday of the month. All are welcome to join us at Covenant Bible Fellowship at 8146 High Street, Garrettsville, from 5:30-7pm. Food, fun and fellowship.
Young At Heart Meetings
3rd Tues of Month
Young at Heart organization for 55 and older, meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Immaculate Conception Parish Hall. We gather for meals, meeting and fellowship. All denominations are welcome. To attend or for more information call Jackie 330-569-4048.
BINGO! At St. Ambrose
First & Third Tuesday
Come to St. Ambrose for Bingo, the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. Doors open at 5:45pm and Early Bird starts at 6:45. Players must be 18 or over. Reasonably priced concessions. St. Ambrose is located at 10692 Freedom St., Garrettsville. Check out our Facebook page for additional information.
Al Anon Meetings
Tuesdays & Wednesdays
What can you do when someone close to you drinks too much? Al Anon may be able to help. We meet Tuesdays 7:30 -8:30 pm at the Renaissance Center 9005 Wilverne in Windham or Wednesday 7-8 pm at Hilltop Christian Church, 4572 Prospect in Mantua. Meetings are completely confidential.
Crestwood Community Center
Wednesdays
Every Wednesday from 10:30-4:00 starting September 4, 2024. Drop by and visit! Weekly activities include guided nature walks, card games, bingo, Dominoes, puzzles, and book swaps. Meet us at Mantua Lodge, Buchert Park, 4810 E. High Street, Mantua. Please follow us on Facebook at Crestwood Community Center for weekly schedules. RSVP on Facebook or contact Rosemary Krupar at CrestwoodCommunityCenter@gmail.com.
Time For Tots
2nd & 4th Wednesdays
Children ages 2-5 (adults stay for fun, siblings welcome) are invited to Time for Tots on the 2nd & 4th Wednesdays of each month from 9:30 – 11:00 a.m. Our goal is to provide a safe indoor environment for young children to play, craft, enjoy music & burn energy. Time for Tots will run from 9/11/24 – 5/28/25. We will not meet if Ravenna Schools are closed. No need to sign up for this free event, just stop in and enjoy the fun. Call 330-297-6424 with questions. Visit our church website for more information on this and other events: www.maplewoodcc.org
Free Community Meal
Third Wednesday
Christ Lutheran Church 10827 Main St, Mantua will be offering their Free Community Meal on on the third Wednesday of the month from 5-6:30 pm. Please come and enjoy a wonderful meal and a chance to visit with friends. For more info call the church at 330 274 2849.]
Parkman 55+ Seniors
First Thursday of Month
Join us at the Parkman Community Center at 11:30 am. Open to all area seniors. For info call (330) 326-3083 for monthly schedule of pot lucks, trips, and speakers.
BINGO at Ravenna VFW
1st & 3rd Thursdays
Bingo at Ravenna VFW. 6000 New Milford Road . Ravenna The first and third Thursday of each month. Doors open at 5:00. Bingo starts at 6:30. $20.00 for a packet. Cash only!
Loaves and Fishes Community Meal
Last Thursday of Month
A free meal is open to all residents in Mantua, Garrettsville, Hiram, and surrounding areas. Anyone who needs to stretch their food dollars, or enjoys a homemade meal, is invited. The meal is from 5-6:30pm, the last Thursday of the month, January through October, at Mantua Center Christian Church, 4118 State Route 82 in Mantua Township. We hope to see you there for good food and conversation.
American Legion Fish Fry
Fridays
American Legion post 674 Friday night fish fry is back starting October 4th. Join us every Friday from 4-7 $14 per dinner. Fish,chicken or shrimp and choice of sides 9960 E.Center St Windham 330-326-3188
National Prescription Drug Take Back Day
Oct 26
University Hospitals Portage Medical Center is hosting a National Prescription Drug Take Back Day on Saturday, October 26, from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. at their main entrance located at 6847 North Chestnut Street, Ravenna, Ohio. In collaboration with the Drug Enforcement Administration (DEA), this event provides the public with a safe and anonymous way to dispose of expired, unwanted, or unused prescription and over-the-counter medications. Participants can simply drive up and drop off their medications for proper destruction.
In addition to medication disposal, free DisposeRx packets, Narcan, and fentanyl test strips will be available through Project DAWN to help combat opioid overdoses. Free health screenings for blood pressure and blood glucose, offered by NEOMED’s APhA student chapter, will also be available inside the main lobby, along with a health resource and information table.
Swiss Steak Dinner
Oct 26
Swiss Steak Dinner sponsored by Troop 4065 will be held on October 26th, 2024 from 3:30p till 6:30p at Nelson Community House, 11642 Windham-Parkmant Rd, Garrettsville, Ohio 44231
Eagles Steak Fry
Oct 26
Steak fry October 26th at Garrettsville Eagles Club, 8149 Water Street.
Steak, chicken, choice of potato, vegetables. Take out available. 4:00 till 7:30
Tru Community Info Sessions
Oct 26 & 30
Do you have an adult family member with special needs or know of someone who does? Tru Community–a new, local non-profit–is launching a day club (9a-2p Mon-Fri) for uniquely-abled and wonderfully-made adults in NE Portage and S Geauga! Please join one of our info sessions to learn more: Sat 10/26 at 10am (in-person) and Wed 10/30 at 7:30pm (virtual). Register at www.trucommunity.org. Call Isaiah at 330-577-8828 with questions.
Portage Faith Church Holds Annual Bazaar
November 2
The ladies of Portage Faith United Methodist Church at 9922 State Route 44, Mantua, are pleased to invite you to their Annual Bazaar & Country Store on Saturday, Nov 2 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Come stock up on baked goods, fresh homemade soups, crafts, ornaments, jewelry, and so much more. Great gift ideas as the holidays approach. Bring a friend and enjoy delicious donuts and homemade soups at our on-site cafe. Admission is FREE
Shredding Day
Nov 2
Need old documents shredded? Visit the Garrettsville Library on Saturday, November 2 from 9:00 – 12:00 pm for a confidential paper shredding event. This community Shred-It event is free to residents! You are invited to bring a box or two of confidential papers that need to be securely destroyed. After the shredding process, the confettisized pieces will be responsibly recycled in an eco-friendly manner. Protect yourself from identity theft and fraud by destroying old personal documents.
Election Day Lunch
Nov 5
Nelson United Methodist Church will have Election Day Lunch available for $8 from 11am – 4pm. Choice of Hot Dog or Pulled Pork Sandwich with a Bowl of Chili Soup. Add a piece of pie or cake for $3. Free beverage. There will also be a bake sale.
Shalersville Historical Society Meeting
Nov 7
The November meeting of the Shalersville Historical Society will be Thursday, November7 at 7 PM at the society’s museum, 9154 St Rt 44. The painting of all the buildings on the museum complex has been completed & looks really good! Our meetings are open to the public and anyone interested in local history so don’t be a stranger. Light refreshments will be provided. If you would prefer a tour of the museum/house, then visit us on Sunday November 3 between 2 and 5 during our monthly open house. Mark your calendars now for our annual Christmas Potluck which will be Thursday, December 5. More details will follow soon.
St Anselm Christmas Boutique
Nov 9
St. Anselm Christmas Boutique: Saturday, November 9, 9:00 to 4:00 at St. Anselm School, 13013 Chillicothe Rd., Chesterland (Rt. 306, 1/2 mile south of Rt. 322). Admission is $1.00. There will be over 70 craft vendors from the area. There will also be a bake sale, a snack bar, and a prize raffle with many great prizes including Browns tickets. Join the Boutique Bounce by also stopping at Old South Church, 9802 Chillicothe Rd. in Kirtland and St. Mark Lutheran Church at 11900 Chillicothe Rd. in Chesterland on the same day. (St. Mark’s is also on Friday evening.) Pick up a card at your first stop and have it stamped at each show for a chance to win one of three gift baskets. Drawing will be held on November 10. For further information call Shirley at (216) 832-5158.
JAG After Prom Fundraiser
Nov 10
The JAG After Prom committee will be holding a fundraiser on Nov 10 from 1-3 at Slim n Jumbos, Main Street in Garrettsville. There will be baskets & 50/50 raffles. Drawing at 3 pm.
“A Walk Through Ravenna & Ravenna Township”
Jan 18
On Saturday, January 18 2025 at 2:00PM at Reed Memorial Library a PowerPoint presentation by Historian Wayne Enders will be presented. Beautiful photographs of Ravenna taken by Wayne Enders are featured in this PowerPoint presentation. Wayne will tell the history of the area and have time for Q & A. Limited to 50 people. Reserve your space by contacting Reed Memorial Library at 330-296-2827
