Book Review At The YMCA
1st & 3rd Mondays
“THE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE SOLUTION. A scientifically proven program for preventing strokes and heart disease” by Richard Morre, MD PhD. 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.
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 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 or contact Rosemary Krupar at CrestwoodCommunityCenter@gmail.com.
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!
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.
Grief Support Group Meeting
2nd & 4th Sundays
Will meet the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month at the Garrettsville United Methodist Church at 8223 Park Ave. G’ville at 2 pm. For more info call church 330-527-2055 (9:30-noon M-F) or Pastor @440-228-3093 This group is open to everyone.
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.
Hilltop Christian Church Chicken BBQ
Sept 6
Hilltop Christian Church Chicken BBQ will be held on Sept 6 12 – 6 pm. $14 adult / $6 (5-8) under 4 $0. Please preorder by Sept 3 at HilltopChristianChurch.org or call 330-802-0805. All orders subject to availablility. Pick up times are approximate and not guaranteed
New Square Dance Sessions
Begin Sept 9
The Friendly Squares, a local square dance group dedicated to keeping alive the uniquely American artform of square dancing, will begin a new year of weekly lessons.The introductory session will be Tuesday, Sept.9th from 7 to 9 PM. The Tuesday evening lessons will be held weekly at the Niles Scope Center. There is a nominal fee of $ 6.00 per person. For more information about the lessons contact Gene Hammond at (330)506-0272
School’s In Session
Sept 9
The fall term at Drakesburg School # 2 will begin Tuesday September 9 at 7 PM. A school marm will take us back to class in 1890. Better brush up on your “readin’, writin’ & arithmetic”! Our September program will feature a portrayal of a 1890ish one room school teacher. Our programs are free and open to the public. This program will be held in our one-room school located at 7276 St. Rt. 303. We hope you’ll join us for this informative and entertaining evening. Our bicentennial T Shirts and calendars will also be available for purchase. Questions? Call Judy @ 330.527.7669 & LMOM.
Rummage & Bake Sale
Sept 10 & 11
Rummage and Bake Sale, Southington UMC September 10 from 9-4, Bag Day September 11 from 9-11. Located at 4348 St Rt 305 Southington, OH. Questions call 330-898-2156
MaRSI’s 2nd Friday Dinner
Sept 12
The Mantua Restoration Society (MaRSI) is holding their 2nd Friday Dinner, from 4 -7pm, on September 12, 2025. This month’s dinner features hot entrees, cool salads, and scrumptious desserts. Each month’s menu is a surprise but always mouthwatering. The Mantua Restoration Society is not permitted to charge a set amount and cannot mention what similar food might cost in a restaurant. Donations are graciously accepted. Dining in or carryout is available. The dinner is being held at the Mantua Center School Annex located at 11741 Mantua Center Road, Mantua Township. Come join us!
Memory Cafe
Sept 12
Join us at the Garrettsville Library on Friday, September 12 from 11:00 – 12:00 pm for our Memory Café: an informal, social gathering for individuals with dementia and memory related illnesses along with their families or caregivers. This event is limited to 20 individuals. This event is intended for adults. This event is both an Outreach and Garrettsville Library event.
Grill for Good
Sept 13
Grill for Good on Sept. 13th at Hometown Bank Plaza in Kent, benefiting Axess Family Services. This event with feature lots of great good samplings, craft beer, live music, and fun activities for the whole family. Following the recent merger of Family & Community Services and AxessPointe Community Health Centers, our newly formed Axess Family Services will be this year’s host and benefactor.
Community Salsa Party
Sept 13
The Windham Library and AMETEK Food Forest Community Garden are hosting a Community Salsa Party at the Windham Library on Saturday, September 13 from 11:00 – 12:30 pm. Gather ingredients from the AMETEK Food Forest Community Garden to craft your own batch of summertime salsa! Limited to 6 participants. We’ll provide jars and ingredients; you’ll supply the creativity to craft your own recipe! Intended for adult and senior participants. Register here: https://events.portagelibrary.org/event/14189846.
September square dance and weekly lessons
Begins Sept 13
The Friendly Squares of Niles will celebrate their 15th anniversary on Saturday September 13 from 7:30pm to 10:00pm. At the Niles Senior Center, 14 E. State St. Niles,Oh. Dress is casual and there is a $7 per person donation at the door. Gene Hammond and Neil Harnar will be the callers.
A new year of weekly lessons will begin on September 9th, from 7 to 9pm. There is a nominal fee of $6 per person per lesson. For more information call (330)506-0272
First Responders Day
Sept 13
Shepherd’s Joy Min. 9736 E. Center ST. Windham, Oh. will honor our First Responders, Friends & Family Event. Games, Barbeque Chicken Dinner, with awards for our Heroes. every one invited Sept. 13th @ 1:00 pm. please help us celebrate,
Braceville Farm History Day
Sept 14
Local farms will give a brief history of their farms. Kuchta Farms – 4785 St Rt 82, Newton Falls Sunday, September 14, 2025 at noon. A free dinner will be part of the celebration. Registration before September 6th is necessary to participate. Registration can be done online at https://kuchtafarms.com/event-calendar/ or by calling/texting 330-402-0557.
Autumn In The Falls
Sept 20
Autumn In The Falls, September 20, Downtown Newton Falls, Vendor Event. Entertainment, Children’s Activities, Raffle. Vendors needed. 330-307-1988, newtonfallscommerce@gmail.com, Facebook: Newton Falls Area Commerce Association.
Hiram Historical Society Annual Fundraising Dinner
Sept 21
Join the Hiram Historical Society for An Evening of Community, Celebration, and Support on Sunday, September 21, 2025, at the Hiram Christian Church Hall. The evening begins with an optional Garfield Walking Tour at 4:30 p.m., followed by a professionally prepared 1880s-style White House dinner, live harp music, and a presentation by Deb Weinkamer as First Lady Lucretia Garfield. Tickets are $65 per person and include the tour, dinner, and program. Reservations are requested by September 10 at bit.ly/4mRSd5o or by contacting Charmaine Kepes at charmainekepes@gmail.com. See our Facebook page for more information.
Vendors Wanted
Garrettsville Ockoberfest is looking for vendors Saturday, September 20th from 12-4pm Contact us at events@garrettsvillearea.com
Friends of the Garrettsville Library October 2025 Book Sale
Oct 9 – 11
The Friends of the Garrettsville Library Book Sale will be held on the following dates: Friends ‘Members Only’ Preview on Thursday, October 9, from 10 am to 2 pm; Open to the public Thursday, October 9, from 2 pm to 6 pm; Friday, October 10, from 10 am to 6 pm; and Saturday, October 11 from 10 am to 2 pm. All items are $.50 to $1.00. Saturday is BAG DAY! Fill a bag for $5.00. 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.
Swiss Steak Dinner
Oct 18
Swiss steak dinner sponsored by Troop 4065 will be held on October 18th, 2025 from 3:30p till 6:30p at the Nelson Community House 11642 Windham-Parkman Rd Garrettsville, Ohio 44231
