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
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.
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.
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!
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.
Overeaters Anonymous Meetings
Thursdays
There is a new Overeaters Anonymous meeting each Thursday at 7:00pm at the Mantua Hilltop Church, 4572 Prospect Street. (use the front doors on the right) Everyone is welcomed!
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!
Parkman 55+
1st Thursdays
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 programs such as potlucks, trips, speakers.
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
Children’s Bible Lessons
Second Sunday of Month
Children’s Bible Lessons on the second Sunday of each month at the First Congregational Church of Freedom. For Questions call Renee at (330) 212-5044. Classes are Sunday evening from 6:00-7:00 pm for Children ages 3-10.
Eagles Fish Fry
Fridays Through Lent
The Eagles Club fish fry will be held on Fridays through Lent. Fish shimp,chicken, choice of potato, choice of sides. 4 till 730. Open to public. Eagles Club is located at 8149 Water Street in Garrettsville
God Provides A Meal CANCELED
March 28
The God Provides dinner scheduled for March 28th has been canceled due to staffing concerns. The is provided by the Windham United Methodist Church. We regret having to cancel and hope to resume in April. We apologize for any inconvenience.
Friends of the Hiram College Library Announce Annual Book Sale
March 28 – 30
The Friends of the Hiram College Library invite students, alumni, and the community to a three-day book sale featuring children’s and young adult books, adult bestsellers, mysteries, sci-fi, and more—plus toys, posters, and classic book fair favorites. Book Sale hours are:
Friday, March 28: 10 a.m. – 5 p.m.
Saturday, March 29: 11:30 a.m. – 4:30 p.m. and Sunday, March 30: 1:30 – 5 p.m. Hardback books will be listed $1 and paperback books will be listed at $0.50. Sunday, March 30, will be ‘Bag Day’ where visitors can fill a provided bag for $5. Money raised during the sale will be used to purchase new books and resources for the Library. For questions, please contact the Library at 330.569.5489 or library@hiram.edu. Visit library.hiram.edu/home/friends for complete details.
Annual Pancake Breakfasts
March 30
Parkman Chamber of Commerce will continue the tradition of Pancake Breakfasts in March. On March 30th they will be serving up their famous pancakes and special recipe sausage patties from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. at the Parkman Community House (16295 Main Market / U.S.Rt. 422).
Learn About Easter
April 5
Do you wonder why we celebrate Easter? Kids (with parents/guardians) from ages 3 to 12 are invited to come and join us on April 5 from 11:30 to 1:30 to listen and learn just what Easter means.Harvest Point Church is not having the traditional egg hunt. We are telling the Easter story through twelve short object lessons. Each child will be given, one by one, a total of 12 eggs, each with a symbol inside each egg to help them learn and remember what Easter is all about! After all twelve cars/individuals have given the children an egg (approximately one-minute long explanation), there will be popcorn, hotdogs, drinks, and a goodie bag for each child. Come join us and celebrate in a new way! Harvest Point Church is located at 2121 Saltsprings Road, Lordstown.
Swiss Steak Dinner
April 5
Swiss Steak Dinner sponsored by Troop 4065 on April 5th, 2025 from 3:30p till 6:30p at the Nelson Community House, 11642 Windham-Parkman Rd, Garrettsville, Ohio 44231
Shalersville Historical Society Open House
April 6
Shalersville Historical Society will hold its monthly OPEN HOUSE Sunday April 6 at its museum, 9154 St Rt 303 from 2 – 5 PM. In addition, our monthly meeting will begin at 3 PM. Election of officers will be held & discussions will continue about the July 13 dedication of the restored School # 3. These are exciting times for our historical society and we invite you to be a part of that. Our meetings are open to anyone interested in Shalersville’s history. Light refreshments will be provided
Friends of the Garrettsville Library April 2025 Book Sale
April 9 – 12
The Friends of the Garrettsville Library Book Sale will be held on the following dates: Friends ‘Members Only’ Preview on Wednesday, April 9, from 2 to 6 pm; Open to the public Thursday, April 10, and Friday, April 11, from 10 am to 6 pm; Saturday, April 12 from 10 am to 2 pm. All items are $.25 to $1.00. Saturday is BAG DAY! Bring your own bag and fill it for $5.00. Membership in the Friends is just $5 per year and may be purchased at the door or in advance at the library. Cash donations are always welcome and appreciated. All proceeds directly support our library! libfriends@hotmail.com The Portage County District Library Garrettsville Branch is located at 10482 South Street.
EGG FEST 2025!
April 12
On Saturday, April 12th at 11 am, The Fountain Church located at 12888 State Route 88, will be holding their annual EGG FEST! The event is completely FREE and all done inside! The event resembles a “Trunk or Truck” style event. Come and walk through different table stations decorated with different themes loaded to give out candy to each child! Upon arriving,each child will be given their own Easter tote bag already filled with lots of candy and toy surprises- and they will add to the goodies as they walk through the event and receive even MORE treats. ITS COMPLETELY FREE for kids through age 12! Come be a part of a fun and exciting day. Questions call 330-219-0795
Passion of the Christ — Movie
April 18
On Good Friday April 18,2025 at 6:30 The Fountain Church will be showing the movie PASSION OF THE CHRIST, located 12888 State Route 88, Garrettsville ( north of Route 305) The event is FREE to the public. The movie is rated R- due to the explicit graphics, therefore parental accompanying is required. There will be separate secured child care supervision opportunity offered for children under 12 years of age where they will be offered a time of fun and games, with a small snack during the showing of the movie. If further information is needed call 330-218-0795.
