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Les Delices at Hiram Christian Church
Hiram - The Baroque ensemble Les Délices are featured artists for the Eighth Annual John M. Watson Memorial Concert on Friday, May 2, 2014 at 7:30 p.m. at Hiram Christian Church. These programs are presented each spring by the Hiram College Music Department and funded by a generous endowment...
Kung Fu Has Come To Mantua!
Mantua - Iron Eagle Martial Arts in Mantua Village is now offering Kung Fu classes in addition to their Taekwondo and Reality Self Defense Programs. Come join us for an Open House on Saturday, May 10 from 12-2 pm and meet Sifu Wayne Christopher, instructor, with over 40 years...
Upcoming Community Events
Monday Breakfast
Mondays
American Legion Post 674 to host Monday morning breakfasts, serving from 7:30-11am at 9960 Center Street, Windham, Ohio. Cost is $6.00 or all-u-can eat for $7.00. Cost includes coffee and juice. Takeout is available. For more info call 330-326-3188
Red Shield Pantry - Ravenna
1st Weds of the Month
South Portage...
This Is How We Roll
Garrettsville - It’s getting close to the end of the bowling season and the bowlers just keep getting better! Collin McGurer shot his first-ever 700 series last Saturday in the Scholastic League. Collin rolled games of 264, 247 and 205 for an excellent 716 series. Ryan Ambler’s 266...
#GARRETTSVILLESTRONG FUNDRAISER SPOTLIGHT
This week's upcoming fundraisers geared towards rebuilding downtown Garrettsville.
#Garrettsville Strong Pilsner at Main Street Grille
On Sale Now - Every now and then life throws you the opportunity to do something great. At Main Street that moment came in the form of a tragic fire across the street on March...
Another Eagle Preparing To Fly
Garrettsville - Eagle Scout candidate Ryan Pawlus has elected to build a peace garden near the Peace Pole at the Garrettsville United Methodist Church (which sponsors his troop, 4262) and he is seeking support from individuals and groups to purchase the engraved bricks which will be used to create...
Thank you Iva Walker
Thank you for your very thoughtfully written column this week in the Villager.
In my humble opinion you were able to express what we the Garrettsville Area Chamber of Commerce Board of Directors communicated in our Mission Statement regarding the use of funds from, and the creation of the GarrettsvilleStrong...
Grow a Nutritious Garden in a Pot
Don’t let a lack of time or space get in the way of gardening your way to a healthy lifestyle. Plant a container of nutritious vegetables and herbs. Include a few planters on the front porch, back patio or right outside the kitchen door.
All that’s needed is some potting...
Garrettsville Strong Team Raising Funds for Rebuilding
Garrettsville - We are proud to announce that Garrettsville Youth Softball and the Ohio Outlaws have put together a team of local 12u and out of town players to raise money for the rebuilding of the businesses lost in the fire in Garrettsville a few weeks ago. We have...
Newton Township Cemetery Association Dinner
Newton Township - The Newton Township Cemetery Association wishes to thank everyone for supporting the dinner we sponsored at the First Christian Church. The proceeds will be used for cemetery improvements and the Association will decide at its next meeting which project it will be working on in the...
Hattie Larlham is hosting an event featuring specials guest authors R.C....
Mantua - On Sunday, May 4, from 1 - 3p.m. Son of Hattie and Richard Larlham, Richard Charles Larlham will be reading from and signing copies of his new book, “The Old Man and Me.” This book details the entertaining tales of his childhood growing up on a farm...
Spring Gas-Up Show Begins 2014 Season for County Club
Wayne Township - The Ashtabula County Antique Engine Club will start off their 33rd year with their annual Spring Gas-Up Show scheduled for Saturday, May, 10th. The Club was formed 33 years ago and holds several events throughout the summer. Club members open their beautiful grounds at 4026 St....
Portage County Gardener Announce Upcoming Events
Ravenna - The Portage County Gardeners are hosting several upcoming events at the garden center in Rootstown. The address for the center is 5154 S. Prospect St. Ravenna, Oh 44266
The first event is a Mother's Day sale on Sat. May 10 from 9a.m.- 2p.m. There will be hanging baskets...
Nick Shamhart to be featured in Local Authors Series
Ravenna – Nick Shamhart will be speaking at Reed Memorial Library on Sunday, April 27 at 2 p.m. as the final program of the library’s Local Authors Series.
Nick Shamhart’s writing ranges from romantic comedy to thriller. He is the author of the theologically- and psychologically-driven series based on the...
Now we fight back with prayers and hope…
Garrettsville Strong
When there’s a fire that shakes our faith, and we see the pain and tears of the people who lost everything. Now we fight back with prayers and hope. We see the people coming together like a town. But more like a family. We see the hope to...
Century Village Museum’s popular Wine Tasting returns for a second year
Burton – Geauga County Historical Society’s Century Village Museum is inviting the community for an evening of music and socializing at its second-annual Wine Tasting, 2pm-7pm, April 26.
The Wine Tasting, featuring wines from six wineries from throughout the region, is part of a continuing series of events aimed at...
Mantua Village Garden Club News
Mantua - The Mantua Village Garden Club will meet on Monday, May 5th. The meeting will start at noon with a light lunch and business meeting. Afterwards, Lynn Grove of Mantua Soap Works, will share her knowledge of homemade soaps, and similar other products that she makes. For those...
Upcoming Community Events
Geauga West Friends of the Library Accepting Donations for the Summer Book Sale
Geauga County - The Friends are now accepting donations for their annual summer book sale which will take place July 30 – August 2, 2014. Bring new or gently used children’s and adult books, collectibles, comic books,...
Libraries Attend Legislative Day
Columbus - Portage County District Library, along with Reed Memorial Library and Kent Free Library, attended Legislative Day on Wednesday, April 2 in Columbus. Each year, the libraries attend Legislative Day to meet with legislators to ask for their continued support. This year was especially important since libraries are...
#GARRETTSVILLESTRONG FUNDRAISER SPOTLIGHT
This weeks upcoming fundraisers geared towards rebuilding downtown Garrettsville.
Garrettsville Fire Rock Relief Concert
April 26 - Benefit concert held at the G-plex in Garrettsville April 26, 2014 from noon to 9:00 pm. It will be a family friendly concert featuring 8 Northeast Ohio bands, with Chinese auctions. The band line...
James A Garfield Honor Rolls – 3rd Nine Weeks
5th Grade – “All A” Honor Roll
Noah Baker, Jacob Baczkowski, Cody Leasure, Austin Lysiak, Faith Mills, Sierra Savitts, Jack Norris, Grace Edwards, Mycah Pinson, Lilia Hornbeck, Emma Evitts, Carissa Lininger,
Logan Sedivy, Leah Trask, Trinity Williamson, Theodore Ridenbaugh, Grace Czeciuk, Trystan Gedeon, Ashley Smith,
Hailey Davis, Sydney Woolard, Elizabeth Edic, Jacob...
Don’t Miss The Geauga County Maple Festival This Weekend
Chardon - A sure sign that spring is around the corner is the Geauga County Maple Festival. It is a celebration of the year’s maple season and the place where maple syrup producers showcase their best syrup. The festival will take place April 24 – 27 on Historic Chardon...
Windham High School Honor Roll
9th Grade
*Cali Apthorpe, Ja’Mario Brown, Alexis Knight, *Benjamin Knight, *Elizabeth Richmond, *Kathlyn Richmond, Erik Roche, Paige Simpson, Mahlia Smith, Cassandra Snyder, Sara Taylor, Holly Thompson, Jordan Wildman
10th Grade
*JosephBarnes, Chandler Bee, SamanthaDean, *Tristan Hankins, Logan Hershberger, *Nicole James, *Brittany Knight, *Brooke Lissy, *Jasmine Nevarez, Joseph Prasky, Alexia Rushnok, *Lauren Simmons,...
Newton Falls High School Honor Roll 3rd Nine Weeks
Freshmen
4.0
Jordyn Bryner *, Vincent Dragich *, Sidney Drake *, Danielle Garces *, Hannah Harnichar *, Olivia Hedge *, Lillian Hoffaker *, David Hukari *, Matthew Joines *, Brittany Lowe *, Madison Pelyak *, Emma Rader *, Samantha Reul *, Ashley Sembach *, Ben Simpson *, Joseph Urso *, Makenna...
Retiring Hiram College President Tom Chema to deliver institution’s 164th Commencement...
Hiram – Retiring Hiram College President Tom Chema will deliver the institution’s 164th Commencement address at graduation ceremonies planned for Saturday, May 17. A total of 299 graduates will be awarded degrees.
Chema has served as president for 11 years. During his presidency, undergraduate enrollment has grown by more than...
Register Today for the 28th Annual Sugar Bush Golf Classic
Garrettsville - Tee off with Hattie Larlham on May 21, 2014 for the 28th Annual Sugar Bush Golf Classic. Please join us out on the green at the Sugar Bush Golf Club in Garrettsville for a fun and relaxing day of golf, contests and prizes with the ultimate goal...
Hiram Students, Community Relay for a Cure on April 25
Hiram - The Hiram community will unite in the fight against cancer at Relay for Life, April 25-26, 2014, at Charles A. Henry Field.
The celebration begins at 6 p.m. on April 25, and continues for 18 hours, until noon the next day. In case of inclement weather, the event...
This is How We Roll
Paige Collins topped the scoreboard March 29 with a 147 game and 404 series. Kyleigh Grandon was 46 pins over average with her 145 game. Other nice games: Brooke Collins, 108 (36 over), Emily Linamen, 111 (36 over), Adrianna Conway, 110 (35 over), Taylor Cressman, 99 (35 over), Sara...
GIS Invention Convention
Garrettsville - The 1st Annual Invention Convention was held at Garfield Intermediate School on March 21st for any 5th or 6th grader who wanted to submit an invention that would "make life easier"
We had eighteen 6th graders and 26 5th graders participate. Using a rubric, Mr. Matt Sorrick (Hiram...
Breakneck Creek Preserve Hike
Several hikers took advantage of the spring weather to join Park District Executive Director Christine Craycroft on a tour of the Breakneck Creek Preserve in Ravenna Township. This property is usually closed to the public because although it was acquired in 2002 with grants and donations, the Park District doesn’t have the funds yet to operate it as a park.