Children’s Holiday Programs at the Garrettsville Library
Garrettsville - You're invited to the Garrettsville Library, a branch of the Portage County District Library, for children's holiday programs. On Wednesday, December 3 from 5:00 pm until 6:00 pm, join us for a "Fancy Nancy Splendiferous Christmas". Enjoy frosting cookies, crafts, ornaments, and have a chance at decorating the Christmas tree. Be sure to remember to dress up...
Amish Home Craft & Bakery Holiday Open House
The bakery is open six days a week (closed on Sundays) with a larger selection on Friday and Saturday. On Saturdays we feature our homemade donuts and apple fritters! Orders will be taken for baked goods for the holidays or any occasion. (Order early for larger parties and banquets)
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Report
Garrettsville - Amy Crawford, of Business Works on Main Street in Garrettsville, was the featured member at the November 17th meeting of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club at Cal’s II. She outlined her journey from Ravenna native and KSU graduate in marketing and international business through experience in sales—which gave her a first-hand understanding of promotional products and their importance...
Halloween Decorating Contest Results
Garrettsville - The Thomas Harrison/ Barker Family challenged the people of Garrettsville to out do their Halloween decorations. All the proceeds were to go to the Garrettsville Strong Fund to help rebuild Garrettsville. The judging took place the night before Halloween. There were four families in all that joined the fun. Three of our fellow citizens agreed to judge the...
People Helping People: Thank You Rita Kenney
Burton - Geauga Credit Union’s Board of Directors consists of nine credit union members. Any member of GCU can apply to serve on the board. The board consists of members who are actively involved in the community with a range of skills and serve without compensation. Only July 1, 2014, long-time board member Rita Kenney retired. Rita started on the...
Kiwanis Club Sends Thanks
The Kiwanis Club of Newton Falls would like to thank all the bright-eyed, spooky-eyed, and eager participants, helpers, contributors, and sponsors in our 89h annual cake walk and costume contest. Finally, a Cake Walk with good weather!
Join Portage APL at Paws to Taste on December 6th!
Ravenna - Portage APL and their furry friends invite you to attend PAWS TO TASTE 2014 Wine and Beer Tasting to benefit Portage Animal Protective League. This year’s event will be held on Saturday, December 6th at the Overlook in Kent (formerly the Fairways at Twin Lakes) and tickets are $50.00 per person (assigned seating). Event sponsorships are also...
Burton Village Celebrates the Holidays
Burton - The Burton Chamber of Commerce will be hosting Country Hearth Christmas November 28, 29, 30, and December 6 and 7. Picturesque Burton Village will be decked out in its finest holiday wear and welcoming everyone to visit for a unique and old-fashioned holiday experience. The Log Cabin in the Park will be the hub of activity over the...
Share The Wealth
The five lucky ticket-holders got together and decided to split the very substantial purse of $2000, giving every one of them an additional reason to be thankful during the upcoming holiday season.
Portage County CIT Graduates Ninth Class
The Portage County Crisis Intervention Team graduated its ninth class in October. Class members attended a week-long training sponsored by the Mental Health & Recovery Board of Portage County and the Portage County Sheriff’s Office. The purpose of the class is to provide safety forces with tools including de-escalation techniques to work with people in crisis, some with mental...
GCRTA December Luncheon Meeting
The Geauga County Retired Teachers Association will hold their annual Holiday Luncheon on Tuesday December 2, 2014. The event will be held at St. Denis Party Center at 10660 Chardon Rd, Chardon, Ohio 44024.
Nov. 22: Day of support and remembrance
The event is for people who have lived through the suicide of a family member, friend, colleague, classmate or patient. On this day across six continents, survivors gather together at events in their local communities for support, information and empowerment. This year's program is being hosted in conjunction with the Summit County Suicide Prevention Coalition.
RFC Is Recipient of $12,000 Grant
Windham - The Renaissance Family Center (RFC) in Windham was recently the recipient of a $12,000 grant from the ANH Foundation. The check was delivered to the center on November 3, 2014 by Allen Knight, head of press maintenance at the ANH Company in Windham, and Dave Apthorpe, plant manager of ANH, and Harry Amie, president of the United...
Christmas in the Country Holiday Passport Tour and Open House
While taking the tour and enjoying your visit at each shop, remember that you can buy tickets for a chance to win a unique raffle prize at each shop; 21 stores and 21 chances to win. Enter as often as you wish through the whole event, from now through Nov. 29.
Stadtlander’s Woodcarved Art Gallery And Studio
Both Diane and her husband Jim Stadtlander have over 30 years of experience in wood carving. Jim primarily does commission work while Diane teaches carving.
Garrettsville – Hiram Rotary Report
The Community Christmas Tree project was part of the meeting’s discussion. The tree is to be located downtown at the former Chic and Shabby/Root Store corner, donated by Dane Horvath of Horvath Landscaping. Tom Collins will be providing lights and community members will be invited to bring (non-breakable) ornaments to decorate the tree. On Saturday, November 8th and Saturday, November 15th, Santa’s sleigh will be on-site, as will Santa, from 12:00 to 4:00. At that time, donations to the People Tree or the Community Cupboard will be received—food items, a toy or cash donations. Possibility of photo opportunity as well. On the 8th and the 22nd , District 6630 Rotarians are invited to a Cash Mob/Flash Mob in the village, Sam Bixler and his horses and wagon will be delighting passengers about town and the Spirit will be in the air.
Garrettsville – Hiram Rotary Report
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotarians were gratified to meet some of the eighth grade Power of the Pen team members from James A. Garfield Middle School and their coach/advisor, Jackie Lovelace. Ms. Lovelace, who has been the coach/advisor/motivator of the Garfield program for 13 years, introduced the group and offered a brief overview of the program, the procedures of competition and the...
Garrettsville – Hiram Rotary Report
Tom Collins reported on the progress –and success—of a local re-imagine and rebuild Garrettsville project focusing on the Headwaters Trail as a development focus for health and well-being as well as the local economy. The District (6630) and local clubs have chimed in for matching funds; plans are in the works!
Harmonia at Hiram College
The ensemble uses instruments as varied as accordion, upright bass, violin, panflute, and cimbalom (the East-European 125 string hammered dulcimer). The musicans come from varied backgrounds, finding a common musical language in Harmonia. SingOut! Magazine called their performance “Brilliant. Lush. Dazzling.” National Public Radio declared the group “a musical gem.” The group is based in Cleveland but appears widely throughout the U.S. and beyond.
20th Century Club News
Twentieth Century Club met Thursday October 2 at the Garrettsville Library with Lucy Galadye as hostess. Members were asked to bring a sample of something they collect. Samples included wooden boxes (one for embalming fluid) – no coffins. Angels were collected for the guidance and protection they represent. There were rocks, including old Alaskan quartz. Christmas collections contained “The Night Before...
Garrettsville – Hiram Rotary Report
Columbus Day reduced the ranks of Garrettsville-Hiram Rotarians but the Rotary spirit carried on. Discussions covered the following topics : *Dictionaries are here to be distributed on Thursday to third graders at James A. Garfield Elementary *The organization needs to update and improve its presence on digital media. To that end, G-H Rotary will be trying out the services of...
Robinson provides specialized training in dealing with mental health issues
Ravenna - Robinson Memorial Hospital has taken steps to have the entire emergency and case management departments’ workers go through specialized training and role-playing scenarios to best treat patients with mental health issues. “Dealing with people who have behavioral issues can be challenging, stated Sharon Hissom, lieutenant, Police and Protective Services. “The patient can be calm to combative. With training,...
Garrettsville – Hiram Rotary Report
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary continues “full speed ahead” toward the big fall event, the Reverse Raffle and Silent Auction coming up at Sugar Bush Golf Club in November. Sponsors and donors are still welcome; attendees from across the community can begin lining up their tickets now. See any Rotary member. It’s an enjoyable evening with friends, old and new, and great food. Don’t miss it.
Windham Salvation Army Food Pantry Struggles to Keep Food on Shelves
Windham - An organization that has always been there for those in need, find that they are in need of help themselves. Their shelves are almost bare. Sandi Fordyce, head of the food pantry at Windham’s Salvation Army said it is a combination of things; the rising cost of food, more folks underemployed, making a larger demand for food,...
VFW Post 3332 Honors Past Commanders & Past Presidents
Newton Falls - On September 20th a banquet was held at the Newton Falls VFW Post 3332 to honor past Commanders & past Presidents. Honorees and their guests enjoyed a banquet catered by Roby Lees. State VFW Commander Bob Pool & his wife Susan and State VFW Auxiliary President, Sandra Uzell & husband Clayton attended the event, a first for...
Car Cruise Benefits “Shop With A Cop”
Hiram - The Hiram Police Department recently held its Annual Car Show that is a fund raiser for the “Shop with a Cop” program. Although the weather did not cooperate fully there was a great turnout for the event. Car enthusiasts came from as far as Wooster Ohio to show off their antique, vintage, muscle, hot rod cars. When...
Library Receives Hiram Community Trust Grant
Garrettsville - Portage County District Library announces that it has received a grant from the Hiram Community Trust to coordinate a makerspace within the Garrettsville Library. Funds have been used to purchase materials and supplies for the makerspace. A makerspace is a creative space where community members can gather to create and share ideas. The library's makerspace will feature...
College Hosts Intellectual Property Workshops
Northeast Ohio entrepreneurs are invited to join Hiram College’s Center for Integrated Entrepreneurship for several entrepreneurship workshops this semester. The workshops are designed to encourage members of Hiram College and the greater Cleveland community to explore and develop their original ideas
Career Classes at the Windham Library
Windham - The Windham Library, a branch of the Portage County District Library, will offer two career classes. On Thursday, October 9 from 1:00 pm – 3:00 pm the 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...
Veterans Memorial Update
Nelson Twp. - The Nelson Township Veterans Memorial Committee wanted to update our community of the status of this important project. This has been a very challenging year of endeavor in the construction of this tribute to our veterans. The Nelson Township Veterans Memorial has been designed and we are in the process of obtaining necessary permits. The next...
