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Sip N Shop Vendor Applications Being Accepted Call Today Sip n Shop on Main is taking applications for the event on July 25th from 2-7pm . Contact Jackie at rinearson05@frontier.com for an application Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at...
Parrot Hope Rescue Open House
Parrot Hope Rescue is having its 3rd Annual Open House Event on June 1st from 1: 00 to 5:00 p.m. There will be tours, booths, presentations, refreshments available. There will be a chance to meet adoptable birds, learn more about parrot behavior, view toys, apparel and cages, have pictures taken with parrots, get wings and tails clipped ( the...
Upcoming Community Events: Week of August 14th
Knitting with Nutter 2nd & 4th Mondays Want to have fun, create personal gifts and keepsakes for friends and loved ones, share knitting tips and ideas with the group? Come join us at the Garrettsville YMCA 8233 Park Ave, Garrettsville, OH the 2nd and 4th Mondays of every month at 10:50 am. Questions - call Phil at the YMCA (330)469-2044. Community Center...
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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...
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Second Blessings Thrift ShopOur furniture room is now stocked full of new donations of used furniture, lamps and occasionally antiques. From our two overflow rooms shoppers can fill one of our shopping carts for only $20.00. In the Second Blessings Thrift Shoppe we have many new household items and many items in like new condition, all reasonably priced. Shopping...
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Chardon To Host Love Fest LOVE FEST is an annual open-air music festival that takes place on Chardon Square, located in Chardon, Ohio on June 25th from noon-12pm. LOVE FEST gives stage to the up-and-coming heroes of the next generation of music.We embrace bands from as far way as Canada as well as from our backyard of NE Ohio....
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Event TitleDateLocationDescriptionHow Philosophy Can Save...1st & 3rd MondaysGarrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park AveShare a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion the 1st & 3rd Mondays, 10 am each month. Presented by Dr. J Patella: How Philosophy Can Save Your Life - 10 ideas that matter most. Author Marietta McCarty reveals how heartbeats of philosophy,...
Community Events in Portage, Geauga, and Trumbull
Praise & Worship Service Saturdays Southington UMC Praise and Worship Service, Saturday’s from 7-8pm. Casual dress and refreshments afterwards. Can’t make Sunday morning? Try us! Call 330-898-2156 for more info. 2015 Calendars Available The Newton Township Cemetery Association calendar for 2015, featuring photos of the tornado damage that destroyed property thirty years ago in Newton Falls, may be purchased from Art Effects, Newton...
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Summerfest Wedding Deadline April 29 The Summerfest committee accepting entries for couples who would like to get married or renew their vows at Summerfest 2011. Send your story on why you would like to be Summerfest’s First Couple to: Summerfest’s First Couple, c/o Weekly Villager, PO Box 331, Garrettsville, OH 44231 or enter online at www.weeklyvillager.com (type Summerfest Wedding in search)...
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Praise and Worship Service Saturdays Southington UMC Praise and Worship Services are Saturdays at 7 pm. Casual dress and refreshments afterwards. Can’t make Sunday morning? Try us! The church is located at the town center on S.R. 305. Call 330-898-2156 with any questions. Fish Dinner Fridays Windham American Legion Post 674 Fish Fry – Friday nights from 4-7:30 pm, now through Lent. Fish, Chicken,...
Upcoming Community Events – Week of April 28, 2017
Camp Invention Register Today! Camp Invention will take place at JAG Elementary School June 26th - 30th from 9:00 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. for students entering grades K - 6th grade next school year. If you are interested in having your child attend, contact Mr. Hatcher by emailing him at dhatcher@jagschools.org or calling the school at 330-527-2184. Vendors Wanted Auburn Community Church will...
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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. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave,...
Upcoming Community Events (Week of July 28th)
Crestwood Welcomes New Students!!! NEW STUDENT REGISTRATION WILL BE HELD AT: Crestwood Primary School 11256 Bowen Road, Mantua, OH AUGUST 1st - AUGUST 5th Monday, Wednesday and Friday from 8:00 A.M. – 12:00 P.M. Tuesday and Thursday 2:00 P.M. – 6:00 P.M. If necessary, all other times will be considered by appointment. To schedule an appointment, please contact Mrs. Sue Johnson...
Upcoming Community Events – Week of October 26
Portage Senior Citizens Opportunities Weekdays The Portage County Senior Center, located at 705 Oakwood St., in Ravenna has many daily opportunities for local seniors to enjoy. On any given day, you can enjoy, bingo, Tai Chi, educational programs, art class, corn hole, cards & dominos with friends, and they even have a pool table. They serve lunch daily...
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Donations Needed Donations for the Pixley Park Development Committee Annual Memorial Day Fundraiser Yard sale are now being accepted. Gather up things you do not want or need. Drop off goods at L&P machine at 8488 SR 305 Garrettsville or the Salvage Pantry at 11462 Nicholson Rd Garrettsville. Phone Terry Allen at 330 719-2584 or Anna Mae Vanderhoeven at 330...
Community Events in Portage, Geauga, and Trumbull Counties
American Legion Breakfast Mondays Breakfast every Monday at the American Legion Post #674. Time: 7:30 to 11:00 a.m. Place 9130 Center Street in Windham. Carry out available. Call 326-3188. Community Center in Mantua Open Tuesdays The Community Center at Mantua Center meets Tuesdays in the cafeteria wing of the old Mantua Center School, on Center Road just north of SR 82. Doors open at...
Upcoming Community Events – Week of November 29
Portage Senior Citizens Opportunities Weekdays The Portage County Senior Center, located at 705 Oakwood St., in Ravenna has many daily opportunities for local seniors to enjoy. On any given day, you can enjoy, bingo, Tai Chi, educational programs, art class, corn hole, cards & dominos with friends, and they even have a pool table. They serve lunch daily (by reservation) and...
Upcoming Community Events | Week of August 16th
SAVE THE DATE! The 14th annual James A. Garfield Alumni Banquet will take place on Sept. 21, 2019, at James A. Garfield Elementary School. Doors will open at 5 p.m. followed by a delicious dinner from Guido’s of Ravenna at 6 p.m. The event is open to graduates and anyone who attended Freedom, Garrettsville, James A. Garfield, and Nelson schools....
Upcoming Community Events (Week of July 15)
GCRTA Annual August Picnic The Geauga County Retired Teachers Association is announcing that their annual picnic will be held on Tuesday August 2nd at Munson Township Park, 12641 Bass Lake Road just north of Mayfield Road. (Check map at www.gerta.net for directions). Guests should gather at 11:00am, a business meeting will follow at 11:30am, and the potluck lunch will begin at...
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Farmington Senior Center Breakfasts Mondays Senior Center will be open for breakfast Monday mornings 7am to Noon. We will be COVID compliant, so PLEASE call 330-889-2733, as reservations are highly recommended. Temperatures will be taken at the door and anyone reading a temp of 100 deg will be turned away. Call with questions/concerned 330-889-2733. Wing Night at the Eagles Club Tuesdays Every Tuesday:wings with...
Facet Salon & Day Spa to Hold Doggy Dip August 29th
Garrettsville - Facet Salon and Day Spa is holding their 2nd Annual Doggy Dip (wash) on August 29th from 12 till 4 pm. Bring your four-legged friends to Facet for a little pampering. It is just a donation of $10 per dog for a wash. The Groom Room will also be on board, offering Nail Trims for $10. Proceeds will...
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Second Blessings Thrift Shop Daily Specials Friday’s only, 50% off all merchandise in our Second Blessings Thrift Shop. Includes all furniture. Every day fill a shopping cart from our two overflow rooms for $20.00. Second Blessings Thrift Shop At The Renaissance Family Center Hours: Monday 10-4, Tuesday 10-4, Thursday 12-4, Friday 10-4. Farmington Senior Center Breakfasts Mondays Senior Center will be open for breakfast...
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JAG Class of 2036 Kindergarten RegistrationCall TodayJames A. Garfield Kindergarten Class of 2036It’s time to register for a Kindergarten Screening appointment if your child will be 5 years of age by August 1, 2023. To complete online documents, visit our website, www.jagschools.org, click on Menu, scroll down to the FinalForms link. Please call Kristine @ the Elementary office, 330-527-2184,...
Upcoming Community Events | Week of March 29th
Portage Senior Citizens Opportunities Weekdays The Portage County Senior Center, located at 705 Oakwood St., in Ravenna has many daily opportunities for local seniors to enjoy. On any given day, you can enjoy, bingo, Tai Chi, educational programs, art class, corn hole, cards & dominos with friends, and they even have a pool table. They serve lunch daily (by reservation) and...
Community Events in Portage, Trumbull, and Geauga
2014 Balloon-A-Fair Seeking Parade Entries Parade applications are available for the Ravenna Balloon A-Fair Grand Parade. Entries should focus on this year’s theme “Ravenna Pride In The Sky”. Parade line up begins at 7:00 am and the parade step off at 9:00 AM September 20, in beautiful downtown Ravenna. All units must have a 2014 parade application on file. The...
Upcoming Community Events – Week of October 20
Aspire ProgramsMondays & WednesdaysThe Portage County Maplewood Aspire Program will begin offering GED, Adult Diploma and ESOL classes at the Kent Free Library on Wednesday, January 3rd from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Classes will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays during this time. Prospective students are required to first attend an orientation session prior to entering class at...
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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...
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Aspire Programs Mondays & Wednesdays The Portage County Maplewood Aspire Program will begin offering GED, Adult Diploma and ESOL classes at the Kent Free Library on Wednesday, January 3rd from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Classes will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays during this time. Prospective students are required to first attend an orientation session prior to entering class at...
Portage County Gardeners’ will host “Dr. Wildweed” as the main speaker
Dr. Wildweed emphasizes that, "Every plant has a purpose, and every plant has a story." Using familiar wild plants, he "treats" common illnesses with herbs and humor, and reveals the uniqueness of the plant world. Mr. Brown has been with the Cleveland Metroparks since 1996. He has produced several award-winning children’s music albums revealing the joys of nature, and songs and stories of the early days in Ohio. Mr. Brown’s recordings are available through the Cleveland Metroparks.
Upcoming Community Events – Week of September 2nd
Foster Parents Needed Geauga County has been experiencing an increase in the needs of families and children in the past several years. This has caused the demand for certified foster and adoptive parents to increase as well. There are many families in crisis in our own neighborhoods that require the supportive services of our agency. You and your family could...







