Portage Park District Holds Awards Dinner
The 17th Annual Portage County Environmental Conservation Awards Benefit Dinner was held on Saturday, April 11, 2015, and a fine evening it was. The appetizers were contributions of local gourmet-type friends of the park district, using an array of locally-sourced foods. The music was provided by the semi-locally-sourced Byrne Brothers, Jay (of Garrettsville) and Greg (imported from the West Coast). ...
JA Garfield Historical Society News
he James A. Garfield Historical Society enjoyed three rings of excitement—celebration of St. Patrick’s Day, Open House(with potluck dinner) for the public and a slightly irregular monthly meeting for March, held on Tuesday, March 17, rather than on Monday, March 16. All in a good cause.
Garrettsville – Hiram Rotary Report
The March 23 meeting of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club featured the program by Adam Wohlever, District Manager of the Ohio State Parks Division of Natural Areas and Preserves.
Garrettsville Summerfest Announces Idol Auditions
The open-call auditions are scheduled for Sunday, April 12, 2015 at James A Garfield High School at 1 p.m. (Use event entrance) Contestants are asked to come prepared to sing an entire song without musical accompaniment.
Garrettsville – Hiram Rotary Report
Garrettsville - It was a buoyant mood at the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club on Monday, March 16 as the group heard from incipient new member, Adam Jenkins, of Edward Jones Investments, and Megan Ryser, of Garfield High School, who will be competing in the 4-Way Speech Contest, representing the local club. The group agreed to hold reports to presentation at the...
Garrettsville – Hiram Rotary Report
The ladies and gentlemen of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club were pleased to host Ms Cheryl Warren, incoming District Governor of District 6630 ( Northeast Ohio) at their recent meeting on March 2. As it was their regular business meeting, their guest was able to get the lowdown on the many local projects and activities that Rotary pursues in the community.
Newton Falls East Side Cemetery Restoration Project
Newton Twp. - The Newton Township Cemetery Association held its first meeting of 2015 on January 15 at the Newton Township Administration Building. Members voted to continue with completing the restoration of the wrought iron fence at the East Side Cemetery on North Canal Street as the project for 2015. When weather permits, the third group of ten repaired...
Active Older Adult Wellness Center Opening March 2
So…. Here’s the skinny—could be literally—on what’s happening as “The Y” comes to Garrettsville. The facility is located at 8233 Park Ave. (the old Garfield Intermediate School, the old Garfield Middle School/Junior High, the old Garfield High School--once upon a time before the consolidation and the construction of the current Garfield High School in 1956); phone number is 330-527-2044. The Active...
Garrettsville Area Chamber News
The Garrettsville Area Chamber held their first meeting of 2015 in February at Facet Salon and Day Spa. After a review of the board minutes and finances the following information was shared. GarrettsvilleStrong Status Report As of February 6th, the Chamber's #GarrettsvilleStrong fund has raised just over $87,114 for rebuilding efforts! The GarrettsvilleStrong fund was established to raise funds which will...
Garrettsville – Hiram Rotary Report
Reports came in at the February 23, 2015 meeting of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club. To wit : *Carol Donley told about some of the artistic interpretations of the subject of last week’s presentation on The Children of the Dump, including in drama, in dance and in film. She offered the possibility of making some of these available for local students. *Caitlin...
JA Garfield Historical Society News
The JAGHS meets regularly on the third Monday of the month at 7:30 in the Mott Building. Meetings are open to the public. New members are welcome. The next meeting will be on March 17, coinciding with St. Patrick’s Day festivities in Garrettsville.
Jimmy D’s Lil Store named Retailer-of-the-Week
Mantua - Jimmy D’s Lil Store of Mantua has been named the Ohio Lottery’s Retailer-of-the Week for the week of Feb. 16, 2015. Honesty, enthusiasm for their customers and offering a full selection of Lottery games are among the reasons for Jimmy D’s Lil Store’s success. Store owners Jim and Debbie Belt host their own in-store promotions to draw attention to...
Winter Sing Along and Membership Drive at Geauga Lyric Theater
Chardon - The Geauga Lyric Theater Guild continues its membership drive through February with a Winter Sing Along Night on February 21, 7 pm- 9 pm. The event is free to members and open to all ages. Not a member? Join at the door! Group "sing- alongs" of popular show tunes with lyrics projected on the theater's movie screen...
Sadowski – Szabaga Wedding
Phoebe Sadowski became the bride of Matthew Szabaga in an August 29 wedding ceremony held at Sunset Hills Winery in Purcellville, Va., with Shaun Fitzgerald officiating. Don and Phoebe Sadowski of Pittsburgh, Pa. are the parents of the bride. The groom is the son of Thomas and Marlene Szabaga of Mantua. The bride was attired in a Paloma Blanca strapless sweetheart...
Geauga West Friends of the Library Accepting Donations for the Annual Spring Book Sale
Chesterland - The Friends are now accepting donations for their annual fall book sale which will take place March 4 – 7, 2015. Bring gently used or new books, collectibles, comics, audio/video materials, puzzles and games, sheet music, coffee table books, and prints to the Geauga West Library during regular library hours. No textbooks or encyclopedias, please. A receipt...
Middlefield Chamber of Commerce News
The Huntsburg Grange Annual Chili Cook-Off and Chinese Auction is Saturday, March 14 from 11:30 to 2:30 at the Huntsburg Gym, behind the Fire Station at the corner of US322 and SR528. Register your best chili in the cook-off by contacting Colleen at 440-636-5517. Cash prizes will be awarded for the winning entry. Come and have lunch and sample...
Burton-Rotary will be Flipping in Pancake Town USA
Burton - The Burton-Middlefield Rotary will be flipping pancakes again this March for the 64th year starting Sunday, March 1st, and continuing every Sunday in March. The Rotary Club will be serving their delicious pancake breakfasts that include real Geauga County maple syrup at Berkshire High School in Burton, Ohio from 8:00 a.m. to 1:30 p.m. Berkshire High School...
Sew with the Seambusters
Ravenna - The Edinburg Seambusters 4-H sewing club will be hosting a community service project on Monday February 16th, President’s Day (NO SCHOOL) from 1 to 4 pm at Reed Memorial Library in Ravenna. Club members invite boys and girls ages 8 to 18 to come sew chemo caps for cancer patients. The caps will be donated to Akron General...
Valentine’s Day Expectations, by the Numbers
Let’s face it. Valentine’s Day can be more nerve-racking than heartwarming. What’s an appropriate gift? Should it be cute? Romantic? Nostalgic? How much should you spend? Commercials for vacation destinations, restaurants, jewelry, teddy bears, flowers, chocolates and even pajamas add to the pressure. Maybe there’s safety in numbers. Breaking this commercial holiday down into percentages may just help you navigate...
Donation to the Library by the Garrettsville Eagles
The Library will be using the monies to buy new books to be housed mainly at the Garrettsville and Windham Libraries. The rest of the libraries that make up the Portage County District are Aurora, Randolph, and Pierce-Streetsboro. The library data base includes Kent and Reed Memorial Libraries to facilitate free exchange of material.
Geauga Fresh Farmers’ Market holds Annual Meeting
Burton - The Geauga Fresh Farmers’ Market, in its fourteenth year, will hold its 2015 annual organizational meeting from 10am to noon Saturday, February 7, 2015 at the Patterson Center, Claridon Troy Road, at the north end of the Geauga County Fairgrounds in Burton. Farmers, producers and artisans who are interested in the market for the coming season are...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
Family Week meetings with James A. Garfield Elementary School principals have been forestalled by snow events but prospects are good for a rejuvenation and re-invigoration of the program, involving more kids and parents.
Who will be the next Ravenna Balloon A Fair Grand Marshal?
Written nominations for Grand Marshal should be submitted no later than February 6, 2015. Mail to: Ravenna Balloon A Fair, Attention Parade Committee, and P.O. BOX 454, RAVENNA, OHIO 44266. For more information, call 330-296-FAIR.
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
The plan for benches to be placed along the Headwaters Trail, involving Eagle Scout projects and grant money being made available through Rotary District 6630 and donations focused on reviving and rebuilding in the village is still taking shape but it’s in good shape.
Jingle Bell Jog brings Healthy Holiday Fun!
Mantua - Let's start the holiday season with festive exercise, jolly visits with Santa, and joyous holiday-themed activities! Jingle Bell Jog offers a 5k race that is timed for the competitive, but can be walked for those who prefer to take in the spirit of this holiday event at a more relaxed pace. Participants are encouraged to dress in...
Mantua Village Garden Club News
The Mantua Village Garden Club will hold its final meeting for 2014 on Monday, Dec.8, at Christ Lutheran Church, on Main St., in the village. The festivities will start at noon with a catered luncheon, then short business meeting to wrap up the year, and induction of the 2015 officers. The rest of the gathering will be spent making merry and holding a White Elephant auction to benefit the 4-Cs! If you're interested in finding out more about our club, and enjoying some holiday fun, please come and join us for a fun-filled afternoon.
Srajer Wins Quilt
The quilt, named "Village Square", was machine pieced and quilted by the quilt guild members. It was displayed in "A Thyme To Blossom", the home owned by Earl and Bonnie Kissell, which was featured in the 2014 Garrettsville Christmas Walk.
JA Garfield Historical Society News
Garrettsville - The November 17 meeting of the James A. Garfield Historical Society at the Mott Building was held amid falling temperatures and discussion of the recently completed Christmas Walk…with cookies to mark the occasion. The attendance at the Walk was down slightly but the total income was up slightly; the results were about on a par with recent...
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
Garrettsville - The Rotary Club of Garrettsville-Hiram discussed and applauded a number of topics at their recent meeting on November 24, 2014. Items presented : Tom Collins reported briefly on the progress of the Headwaters Trail update and promotion. At least two Eagle Scout projects may be part of the picture. Views of possible trailside benches were circulating; Rotary grant...
VFW Post 3332 In Need Of Help
The Ladies Auxiliary of VFW Post 3332, Newton Falls, is gathering names of active duty or deployed military personnel in order to send them holiday care packages. All names and addresses must be submitted by Nov. 30th so the boxes can reach them in time for the holidays. Please call the Post Canteen at 330-872-7318 and leave a message with the name and address for Kelly Brasko or send the information via email at lavfw3332@embarqmail.com.
