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Vehicle Donation Now! Want to get rid of that old car, truck, van or motorcycle and have it picked up for free? Want a tax receipt for your donation? Want to have your vehicle picked up in 3 days or less? Then Call Big Brothers & Sisters (330) 296-6655 or visit our website at www.bbsportage.com. Running and non-running vehicles, from individuals...
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Join Us For A Sentimental Journey The Mantua Restoration Society, Inc., Shalersville Historical Society, and the Mantua Historical Society present “A Sentimental Journey”, Saturday, November 7, 2015 from 10:00 am to 5:00 pm on the grounds of Mantua Center School, 11741 Mantua Center Road. A living history display of 1940’s military vehicles, a few tents of the period set up, and...
Upcoming Community Events | Week of May 3rd
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...
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Vendors Needed For Burton Saturday’s In Country Register Now The Burton Chamber Of Commerce is sponsoring Saturdays In The Country. We are looking for artisans, quality crafters, antique dealers, farm market and bake sale vendors. This is not a flea market. Pre-registration only. For more info and registration form, contact Donna Cook, 440-834-9019. Ravenna Summerfest Vendors & Crafters Needed Register Now The Ravenna Summerfest is...
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Community Calendar 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...
Earnhart to Speak at TRTA Luncheon
Hugh Earnhart,former Lincoln portrayer, prepares for his talk on Lincoln's birthday to Trumbull retired educators. The Trumbull Retired Teachers association will meet February 12 for a noon luncheon at Ciminero’s Banquet Centre, 123 N. Main St, Niles. Hugh Earnhart will be the featured speaker and his topic will be Abraham Lincoln. Anyone interested in attending should send $11 to...
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...
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Vendors Wanted For Freedom Day Register Today Spaces are now available for crafters, artisans and musicians for the Freedom Day Picnic and Celebration. Show your skills on August 21. For information call Jim (330)527-2855 or John (330)527-4094. Newton Falls Community Yard Sale Register Now Start planning now!! The Newton Falls 4th annual citywide yard sale is being planned for this year. It is scheduled...
Straw Bale Gardening in Ravenna
Ravenna - Please mark your calendar and join us LIVE and in person at SWCD, 6970 State Route 88 Ravenna, Ohio, on Saturday morning, June 19th from 9:30 to 11:00. What is Straw Bale Gardening? Straw bales can be used like raised beds in the yard so that no additional soil is needed. That’s good news for older...
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#Garrettsville Strong Fundraiser Book Contents of the book will include: History of the development of Main Street area of the fire, compiled memories from the public, Main Street on fire, Recovery, Rebuild. Send your info and pictures to Nelson United Methodist Church% Pam Montgomery, PO Box 210 Garrettsville, OH 44231. Start Something Big Brothers & Sisters of Portage County is currently in...
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Second Blessings Thrift Shop Extended HoursThe Renaissance Family Center now has extended hours 9005 Wilverne Drive, Windham. Monday-Friday 10 am - 6 pm and Saturday 9 am - 5 pm. Second Blessings hours are Monday-Friday 10am - 4 pm. We have a great selection of gently used furniture, antiques, vintage dishes and many clean, gently used household items. Every...
Upcoming Community Events | Week of March 8
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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Calling All 1976 GHS Alumni Register Now The Garfield Class of 1976 35th reunion has been scheduled for Saturday, June 4, at 7 pm at Slim & Jumbo’s. If you graduated in 1976 or if you know someone who did, please get us contact information! You can e-mail Gwynne (Laning) D’Amico at gal31658@aol.com or call Barb (Wensel) Deakins at...
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Community Cash Back ProgramThrough Dec 26The Portage County Senior Center is again participating in Acme’s “Community Cash Back” program. The program runs from August 6th-December 26th, and you can either mail your receipts or drop them off. The Portage County Senior Center is located at 705 Oakwood St. (Floor G) in Ravenna. The office hours are currently M-F 9-3....
Library Backers Plan Rally To Back Levy
The Portage County District Library’s political action committee, known as the Citizens for the Library, will have a sign rally from 2:00 p.m. till 4:00 p.m. October 3rd at the Village Park located at 10482 South Street, Garrettsville, Ohio 44231. “I think our library is the best-kept secret in town. Where else can you borrow unlimited DVD’s, books and games;...
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Mantua Community Center Every Tuesday The Community Center at Mantua Center has reopened in the cafeteria wing of the Mantua Center School, just N. of SR 82 on Mantua Center Rd. We are open Tuesdays only, from 9-3, and again from 5-7, free and open to all (children must be supervised). Coffee and tea are available all day, and we...
Upcoming Community Events | September 14 Edition
Community Cash Back Program Through Dec 26 The Portage County Senior Center is again participating in Acme’s “Community Cash Back” program. The program runs from August 6th-December 26th, and you can either mail your receipts or drop them off. The Portage County Senior Center is located at 705 Oakwood St. (Floor G) in Ravenna. The office hours are currently M-F 9-3. ...
Fairy Days at Heritage Farms – Socially Distanced Version
Join us for our 11th annual Fairy Days! This year, Fairy Days is Saturday July 17th & Sunday July 18th, 2021, from 10am to 4pm each day. A socially distanced magical weekend of fairies, gnomes, unicorns, dragons and more, for children and fairy lovers of all ages and their friends and families. The safety of all is our priority and...
Experience the Outdoors
Sat. Oct. 4, 1-3:30 pm. Bass Lake, a natural glacial lake near Chardon, is a new preserve of the Geauga Parks. Bass Lake, the headwaters of the Chagrin River, is closed to the general public and is the home of several rare species including nesting bald eagles and the” rarest of the rare” the native Ohio Brook Trout. Sighting bald eagle is guaranteed. The shoreline edge includes a variety of marshland and swamp forest supporting a diverse wildlife community. Registration required. 330-569-4962. bobfaber2002@yahoo,com The fee is $15 and includes naturalist guides, safety personnel, canoes and all equipment.
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 Event Calendar – Week of February 11
Second Blessings Thrift ShopDaily SpecialsFridays only, 50% off all merchandise in our Second Blessings Thrift Shop. Includes all furniture. Every day fill one of our shopping carts, from our two overflow rooms for $20. Friday only all furniture and lamps in our used furniture room are 50% off. Second Blessings Thrift Shop At The Renaissance Family Center Hours: Monday...
Upcoming Community Events | Week of October 30, 2015
Am. Legion Breakfast Mondays Legion Aux Post 674 in Windham will serve breakfast on Monday mornings from 7- 11 am $7.00 for full menu; $5.00 for limited; Includes coffee, juice and water. Everyone welcome ! Legion Fish Fry Fridays Fish fry is back at American Legion Post 674, Windham Fridays from 4-7:30 pm Choice of fish, chicken, or shrimp. Pick one or do combo Comes with fries...
Scottish American Society Meeting
The Scottish American Society will be gathering on Sunday, February 10th, 2013, from 3:00 to 5:00 PM at the meeting room level of the Main Library, Akron-Summit County Public Library system, 60 S. High Street, in Akron. Free parking is immediately adjacent to the building in the parking garage. This meeting will feature Bob Morehead speaking to us on...
Upcoming Community Events | Week of June 14
Grief Support Group Sundays Grief Group meets every Sunday at 3 pm. The meetings are held at Garrettsville United Methodist Church and last about 1 – 1 ½ hours. Everyone is welcome. For questions you can call the church at 330-527-2055. Men on Mondays Mondays Men on Mondays, a men’s Bible study, is held every Monday from 6:45 – 8 pm at the Cellar...
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PCDL Holiday Hours All branches and offices of Portage County District Library will be closed on the following dates (in observance of the holiday season): Dec. 24, Dec. 25, Dec. 31, and Jan. 1. Visit Portage County District Library online at www.portagelibrary.org for information about library services and programs. Find us on Facebook. Live Nativity Dec. 14 & 15 You are invited to...
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Vendors Needed For Art On The Hill Call Today Art on the Hill 2011 will be held on Saturday, July 9 in Mantua and is currently seeking artisans and food vendors. This day-long celebration of the arts includes continuous live entertainment, great food, lots of activities and of course lots and lots of art! If you are interested in selling or...
Upcoming Community Events – Week of January 20
BINGO Every Tuesday ST AMBROSE CHURCH 10692 Freedom St. Garrettsville-- “Early bird” at 6:45p and first game at 7pm. Also featuring instant tickets, coverall jackpots, and other fun games. Doors open 5:45p. Great refreshments! Kindergarten Registration Time! James A. Garfield Elementary School District is now taking reservations for Kindergarten registration for children that will be 5 years of age by AUGUST...
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5K Race / 1 Mile Fun Run / Walk Register Today! The Garrettsville SummerFest and the Friends of Melana Foundation (www.stopkidscancer.org) is planning the 3rd Annual 5k Race and 1 Mile Fun Run/Walk. It will be held on June 30th, in downtown Garrettsville at 9:00 AM. Come out and support a great cause. All proceeds from the event go towards research...
Hattie Larlham is hosting an event featuring specials guest authors R.C. Larlham and Susan Busch
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 in rural Ohio during the “Golden Years.” Susan Busch, mother of...
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4-Way Speech Contest Sign Up Today! Student in grades 9 through 12 in James A. Garfield or Windham High Schools are invited to participate in the 4-Way Speech Contest sponsored by the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club. Check with principals, speech teachers, Interact advisors or go to the website for Rotary District 6630 for more information. The local prizes are $100 for first...
