The Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District Needs You!
Interested in taking a peek at aquatic critters, such as crayfish, dragonflies, water pennies, and caddisflies, which live in our local streams? How about interacting with other individuals who share an interest in nature? Then grab your water shoes and join the Millennium Youth Conservationists (MYC) team! The MYC team will use kick seines, sediment sticks, pH test kits,...
Upcoming Community Events
Community EMS District to Host Parade and Open House Community EMS District is hosting a parade, open house and health fair on Saturday, May 31, 2014. The parade will kick off at 12:00 p.m. from the James A. Garfield High School, and travel down South Street to State Street, then conclude at the Community EMS station on Forest Street, where...
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Garrettsville - The Friends of the Garrettsville Library (PCDL) met recently—May 13—to confirm the dates of the next Big Book Sale, which will be held from June 16 to June21. Monday , June 16 from 4:00 to 7:00 will be the Preview Event for Friends members ( to pick up hot titles on their must-read lists). The public can...
Upcoming Community Events
#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...
Upcoming Community Events
Women’s Getaway Weekend at Camp Whitewood All women 18 and older are welcome to attend a women’s getaway weekend at Camp Whitewood in Windsor, Ohio June 6-8th. Dr. Seuss is this year’s theme with lots of fun-filled activities. Come to relax and meet new friends. There will be a tour of Amish stores on Friday, classes in stained glass and glass...
Mantua Farmers Market Info
A new sponsor will lead the Mantua Farmer's Market this year. The Women's Guild of Christ Lutheran Church of Mantua has undertaken the market as a fundraiser for their Handicapped Entrance Project. The Plant Sale to begin the year will be held at Christ Lutheran Church at 10827 North Main Street (St. Rt. 44), Mantua on May 24, 2014...
Upcoming Area 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 Red Shield Pantry will be opened the 1st Wednesday of...
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 Red Shield Pantry will be opened the 1st Wednesday of...
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 the walkway leading to the garden. Each of the bricks...
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...
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 afterlife called the Balance Books, and the romantic comedy, The...
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, CDs, DVDs, audio books on CD, puzzles and games, sheet...
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 will move to the nearby Les and Kathy Coleman Sports...
Resume & Cover Letter Class at the Windham Library
Windham - On April 29 and May 1 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm, the Windham Library, a branch of the Portage County District Library, will be having a two-part class on how to write a resume and cover letter. The class will walk the participants through writing a resume and cover letter from start to finish. Participants will...
Upcoming Community Events
Garrettsville Eagles Fish Fry Friday Nights Garrettsville Eagles Fish Fry. Friday nights from 4-7:30pm. Fish, shrimp or chicken tender dinners, also served as a combo. Baked potato or French fries, coleslaw or applesauce, green beans and dinner roll. To go orders welcome 330-527-2330. Monday Breakfast Mondays American Legion Post 674 to host Monday morning breakfasts, serving from 7:30-11am at 9960 Center Street, Windham, Ohio....
#GARRETTSVILLESTRONG FUNDRAISER SPOTLIGHT
Cana Valley Winery April 16 & 17 - Visit Cana Valley Winery 5665 Waterloo Road, Atwater. A donation from each bottle of wine purchased on April 9, 10 and 16 & 17 will be donated to the #GarrettsvilleStrong Fund. JA Garfield Pancake Breakfast April 19 - James A. Garfield Student Council will be sponsoring an all you can eat Pancake Breakfast on...
Upcoming Community Events
Garrettsville Eagles Fish Fry Friday Nights Garrettsville Eagles Fish Fry. Friday nights from 4-7:30pm. Fish, shrimp or chicken tender dinners, also served as a combo. Baked potato or French fries, coleslaw or applesauce, green beans and dinner roll. To go orders welcome 330-527-2330. Monday Breakfast Mondays American Legion Post 674 to host Monday morning breakfasts, serving from 7:30-11am at 9960 Center Street, Windham, Ohio....
Upcoming Community Events
Praise and Worship Service Saturdays Southington U.M.C. Praise and Worship Service, Saturdays at 7 pm. The church is located at the town center on S.R. 305. Casual dress and refreshments afterwards. Can’t make Sunday morning? Try us! For more info call 330-898-2156. Garrettsville Eagles Fish Fry Friday Nights Garrettsville Eagles Fish Fry. Friday nights from 4-7:30pm. Fish, shrimp or chicken tender dinners, also served...
G-Men Alumni — “Save The Date”
The 9th Annual James A. Garfield Alumni Banquet will be held at the James A. Garfield Elementary School on Sept 20th. Anyone who attended JAG High School is welcome to attend. The event will include dinner, entertainment by the award winning high school band and tours of the campus including the new Intermediate School addition (grades 5 & 6)...
Upcoming Community Events
Praise and Worship Service Saturdays Southington U.M.C. Praise and Worship Service, Saturdays at 7 pm. The church is located at the town center on S.R. 305. Casual dress and refreshments afterwards. Can’t make Sunday morning? Try us! For more info call 330-898-2156. Garrettsville Eagles Fish Fry Friday Nights Garrettsville Eagles Fish Fry. Friday nights from 4-7:30pm. Fish, shrimp or chicken tender dinners, also served...
Upcoming Community Events
Praise and Worship Service Saturdays Southington U.M.C. Praise and Worship Service, Saturdays at 7 pm. The church is located at the town center on S.R. 305. Casual dress and refreshments afterwards. Can’t make Sunday morning? Try us! For more info call 330-898-2156. Leopold Bench Orders March Hilltop CYF United will be taking orders for Leopold Benches through the month of March. Payment appreciated with...
Upcoming Community Events
Praise and Worship Service Saturdays Southington U.M.C. Praise and Worship Service, Saturdays at 7 pm. The church is located at the town center on S.R. 305. Casual dress and refreshments afterwards. Can’t make Sunday morning? Try us! For more info call 330-898-2156. Spring Storytime Registration Now Portage County District Library announces that spring storytime registration begins March 3rd at most branch libraries. To register,...
Brigadoon Tickets On Sale Now
Tickets for Brigadoon may only be purchased from Mrs. Young at the High School front office, Mon-Fri from 8am-2pm. You may contact her at 330-527-4341. Cost of tickets are $8.00 for adults and $6.00 for students 18 and under and senior citizens. There are NO refunds and NO changing of seats and dates after purchase is made. Brigadoon will...
Resume and Cover Letter Workshop at the Garrettsville Library
Garrettsville - The Garrettsville Library, a branch of the Portage County District Library, will present a workshop on how to write a resume and cover letter on March 15th from 11:00 am until 1:00 pm. The workshop will walk the participants through writing a resume and cover letter from start to finish. Participants will also be able to print...
Area Events This Week
Mentors Needed Big Brothers & Sisters of Portage County is looking for men and women from all walks of life to volunteer. Your time and attention is worth more to a Little Brother or Little Sister than you realize. Start something. Call Big Brothers & Sisters today, 330-296-6655 or visit us online at www.bbsportage.org. Spring Soccer League Openings Available Ravenna Parks and Recreation...
We’re All Invited
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...
We’re All Invited
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...
Art’s Alive in the Dead of Winter
Sharon, PA - The second annual “Art’s Alive in the Dead of Winter” will be held Friday, Feb. 21 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the James E. Winner Jr. Arts & Culture Center, 98 E. State St. in downtown Sharon. Art’s Alive is an evening out celebrating the handmade work of more than 80 regional artisans from all...
We’re All Invited
Book Group Forming now Death, Dying & After Life book group forming. Call Joseph 330-569-3376. Praise and Worship Service Saturdays Southington UMC Praise and Worship Service (Located at the town center on S.R. 305) are held on Saturdays at 7pm. Casual dress and refreshments afterwards. Can’t make Sunday morning? Try us! Friday Night Fish Fry Friday Nights Windham American Legion Post 674 fish fry Friday night’s from...
Art’s Alive in the Dead of Winter
Sharon, PA - The second annual "Art's Alive in the Dead of Winter" will be held Friday, Feb. 21 from 6 to 10 p.m. at the James E. Winner Jr. Arts & Culture Center, 98 E. State St. in downtown Sharon. Art's Alive is an evening out celebrating the handmade work of more than 80 regional artisans from all...
