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Garrettsville Oktoberfest Event Slated for September 20th
Every year in late September, as autumn hits the German city of Munich, the city erupts into the world’s largest beer festival. Long white tents house neat rows of picnic tables, the sounds of polka bands bounce over the crowd, and the smell of freshly baked pretzels, sizzling sausages,...
Cairo Serenity Svonavec
Cairo Serenity Svonavec, 16, of Southington, OH, went to Jesus to be in Heaven August 17, 2025. The world became brighter when she was born April 21, 2009, in Ravenna, OH, to Joseph “Joe” and Jayme (Mitchell) Svonavec.
She began her young life creating smiles and filling hearts with happiness...
Hiram Historical Society Hosts Annual Fundraising Dinner: An Evening of Community,...
The Hiram Historical Society invites the community to its Annual Fundraising Dinner, 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 dinner and programming from 5:00...
We’re All Invited
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....
Second Annual Zach Peterson Memorial Scholarship Car Show Returns to Nelson...
The community will gather once again this Labor Day to celebrate the life of Zachary Peterson and support future scholarships at the Second Annual Zach Peterson Memorial Scholarship Car Show, held Monday, September 1, from 12 p.m. to 5 p.m. at Nelson Ledges Race Track.
The event, created to honor...
Back To School Bash & Fall Preview Night Held Sunday
The James A. Garfield district celebrated the start of the 2026 school year Sunday with its annual Back-to-School Bash, held inside the middle school gymnasium and Commons. The event, from 4 to 6 p.m., welcomed students from all grade levels back for another year of academic, athletic and creative...
Stanley Sheehan
Stanley Sheehan, 70, of Santa Fe TX, passed away at home in July. He was raised in Garrettsville, Ohio before settling in Santa Fe, TX after serving in the Army. Stan graduated from the University of Houston and worked in the construction industry most of his career. His passions...
Patricia A. Wilimczyk
Patricia A. Wilimczyk, 76, of Akron, OH, formerly of Garrettsville, OH, passed away peacefully on Monday, August 11, 2025. She was born March 8, 1949, in Warren, OH, to the late Frank and Geraldine (nee Heeter) Wilimczyk.
She was raised in the Nelson-Garrettsville area and was a proud graduate of...
Evelyne B. Tafel
Evelyne B. Tafel, age 95, passed away peacefully August 10th at her home in Aurora.
Born December 25, 1929 in Maple Heights, she was the beloved wife of Robert F. Tafel for 62 years, residing in Hiram. She was the loving mother of Frederick Tafel and Jane (Michael) Smilanich (all...
Axess Family Services Earns COA Accreditation
Axess Family Services is proud to announce it has achieved national accreditation through the Council on Accreditation (COA), a service of Social Current. This milestone affirms the agency’s unwavering commitment to high-quality, person-centered care for individuals and families across Northeast Ohio.
COA accreditation is widely recognized as a rigorous and...
Auburn Fire Dept Annual Clam Bake
Auburn Fire Department is hosting their Annual Clambake on September 27, 2025 at the fire station. Serving will be 6 to 8:00 pm. There are a dozen wonderful clams, half a barbeque chicken, a delicious ear of corn, a yummy yam, cooling coleslaw and fresh roll awaiting your reservation....
Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society Meeting
The Portage County Chapter of the Ohio Genealogical Society will meet on Saturday, September 6, 2025 at the Portage County Historical Society, 6549 N. Chestnut St in Ravenna Ohio at 10:00 a.m.
The guest speaker will be Roslyn Torella who will explain Social Security Records and how they can...
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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....
Why you should let us buy your old Heating & Air...
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Achieving healthy, shiny hair and a vibrant scalp is a common goal for many of us. While we often focus on hair products and treatments, the quality of the water we use is often overlooked. In this blog, we'll explore the significance...
LCRTA September Meeting
The Lake County Retired Teachers Association (LCRTA) will hold their next meeting Tuesday, September 9, 2025 at Mama Roberto’s at 8658 Mentor Ave, Mentor, OH 44060. The social time is 11:00 a.m. followed by the program at 11:30 a.m. This month Bill Siegferth from Summit County Retired Teachers Association...
Bicentennial Shirts & Calendars
This is Freedom Township's bicentennial year and to honor that, the Freedom Township Historical Society has "bicentennial" t-shirts for sale for $20.00 and "bicentennial" baseball hats for sale for &10.00.
In addition, we have printed 18 month "bicentennial" calendars that begin with July 2025 and end with December 2026. ...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary met on August 11, 2025 in Cal’s II to review current programs/projects. The Reverse Raffle coming up in November continues to be seeking sponsors and attendees, the mural for the former RR abutment continues to have difficulties, the lockbox project is ongoing, other avenues are being explored....
Final Summer Picnic In The Park
The Recreation and Parks committee of Hiram Village invites all to the Summer Picnic in the Park series. There is just one more free concert left at Reign Hadsell Park on Bancroft Street in Hiram, OH!
On Aug. 17, Bent String will grace the park with their blues, country, and...
Family Fun Giveaway
Get emails & enter to win a catered 2026 reservation at Veterans Legacy Woods!
Maybe you already have plans to have a big party in the year 2026 – or maybe you’re looking for a good excuse. Either way, Geauga Park District’s 2025 Family Fun Giveaway is for you, because...
Maplewood Adult Education Cosmetology Program
Maplewood Career Center’s Adult Education Department is offering an evening, adult cosmetology program that will start Monday, September 8, 2025.
The cosmetology program’s schedule is Monday through Thursday from 4 p.m. to 9 p.m. for 15 months (with an option to graduate in 12 months). This program prepares adult student...
We’re All Invited
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....
Engines Roar for a Cause at Anna Maria of Aurora’s 16th...
The Campus of Anna Maria of Aurora will host its 16th Annual Charity Car Show on Saturday, August 16, 2025, from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m., bringing together car enthusiasts, families, and community members for a morning of high-octane fun—all in support of the Alzheimer’s Association.
Last year’s event raised...
Jenna Canale Name 4-H State Achievement Award Winner
Jenna Canale, a 16-year-old from Portage County, has been recognized with the prestigious Ohio 4-H Clothing and Textiles Achievement Award. This award also earns her the honor of being a state delegate at the 2025 National 4-H Congress in Georgia this fall. Jenna’s exceptional accomplishments were celebrated at the...
Kathryn Naomi Brobst
Kathryn Naomi Brobst, 105, of Windham, OH passed away Monday, July 28, 2025, at her home.
She was born August 12, 1919, in Akron, OH, the daughter of the late Theodore Amos and the late Minnie Minerva (Fausnight) Brumbaugh.
Kathryn was a graduate of Braceville High School and was homemaker. She...
Donald Edward Clark
Donald (Don) Edward Clark, 92 of Windham, Ohio passed away on Wednesday, July 30, 2025 at home surrounded by his family. Don was born on September 8th, 1932 to Annabelle Sites and Livingston Harold Clark. He was proud of his roots in the hills of southern Ohio. He graduated...
Patricia A. Yon
Patricia A. “Patty” Yon, 43, of Kent, passed away Tuesday July 29, 2025 at the UH Portage Medical Center in Ravenna, Ohio. She was born January 15, 1982 in Green County, PA to David M. and Betty J. (Bella) Yon. Patty has lived in Kent the past 18 years...
Louis Koleszar
Louis Koleszar, 97 years old, of Nelson Township, passed away peacefully from natural causes at home on Wednesday July 30, 2025, surrounded by his loving family.
He was born May 11, 1928, in Perth Amboy, New Jersey, to Helen Tokar, of Leisnring, Pennsylvania, and Lajos Koleszar of Kaponya, Hungary.
Louis retired...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary met on August 4, 2025 with a full picnic of programs to discuss; these included:
• Approval of the group mission statement
• Attendance at the upcoming Guardians game–tickets
• Two projects needing various approvals
• Latest developments in the abutment mural (new substrate to adhere to)
• Things coming together for...
Hiram School Reunion Held
The 32nd Hiram School Reunion was held Sunday, July 20th at the Troy Community Center.
Forty-two classmates enjoyed an afternoon of visiting and a potluck meal. Maryan Simsa Jenkins organizes the event each year. Her daughters Mary, Sandy and step-daughter Lisa help cover the tables and serve food and do...
Crestwood Community Center News
The Crestwood Community Center meets every Wednesday at 4810 East High Street in Mantua Lodge at Buchert Park from 11-3. Check out updates on our website: https://sites.google.com/view/crestwoodcommunitycenter/home.
Thank you to everyone who completed our survey. Your opinions matter. If anyone wants to volunteer or be a part of our planning...
