Hybrid Book Club Meeting of the Garrettsville Library In-Person and via Zoom
The Book Discussion Club of the Garrettsville Library will meet In Person outdoors and via Zoom on Tuesday August 17 from 5:00 pm to 6:00 pm. Registration is required to attend this group meeting, and you can do so by visiting the “Upcoming Events” calendar and registering online. Call 330-527-4378 for more information. Copies of the book are available...
Garrettsville Summerfest 2021 is in the Books
Garrettsville - Garrettsville Summerfest brought back the “Fun in 2021” with a reloaded edition of the festival. They had a date change to help raise funds for the annual summer event that was forced to be put on hiatus last year. After a year off, everyone was ready to get out and have some fun and they did. Opening Ceremonies...
J.A. Garfield Historical Society News
The James A. Garfield Historical Society Summer Picnic will be held on August 19, 2121 at 6:00 p.m. in the Freedom Township pavilion in potluck style (If your luck holds, you’ll have some left in the pot to take home. Don’t count on it. The selections are good and the attendees are “good eaters”.) The most recent meeting--and upcoming ones--are...
Garrettsville Summerfest Announces What’s “Hot” at the Festival
Garrettsville - Garrettsville Summerfest Committee has been busy trying to put together a great festival after taking a year hiatus. They have chosen a theme of “Back To Fun In 2021.” After the year off, they are more than ready to get “Back to Fun in 2021!” The 2021 Garrettsville Summerfest t-shirts and 50/50 raffle tickets are out and...
Garrettsville Summerfest Committee Announces Michelle Zivoder as Grand Marshal
This year, the Summerfest committee has selected Michelle Zivoder as Grand Marshal for the parade and festivities. Zivoder has accepted under protest as she puts it. "I prefer to hang out behind the scenes, rather than front and center.” The committee thinks her numerous contributions to the community are worthy of the position. Although it is out of her...
Garrettsville Village Council News – A Nightmare on Maple Ave
Garrettsville – Village officials present at the village council meeting on July 21st were Village Solicitor Michele Stuck, Mayor Rick Patrick, Fiscal Officer Donna Love and Councilpersons Tom Hardesty, Chris Knop, Sheri Johnson, John Chambers, Jeff Kaiser and Tom Collins. In-person attendees present were representatives of Ohio Health Benefits: Jeff Rinearson, Fred Carter, and company owner Steve Clark. Also...
Trash to Treasures!
A big heartfelt thank you to Garrettsville Community! Thanks to you and all your generous donations to our recent Rummage Sale, we were able to meet our fundraising goal to continue to provide programming for youth sports, senior activities, and financial aid to those who are in need for 2021! With your help, we not only made our goal but...
Teeing Up For A Great Cause in Garrettsville
The Hattie Larlham Foundation is excited to announce that the 35th Annual Sugar Bush Golf Classic, presented by The Middlefield Banking Company will be held Friday, August 20 at Sugar Bush Golf Club (11186 State Route 88, Garrettsville, OH 44231). Held annually since 1986, this popular golf scramble tournament raises funds to benefit Hattie Larlham programs, services and facilities. The...
Free Three-Week YMCA Summer Challenge Launches on July 12
The Summer Out Loud Challenge is the YMCA’s free three-week program promoting summer fun for the whole family. Launching July 12, the Challenge is open to YMCA members and the community. Participants may be eligible for one of two $500 gift cards you can use for summer fun and the national grand prize of a family vacation of your...
Battle of the Beards Comes to Summerfest
Garrettsville - The Great Gathering of the Beards Beard Battle will be coming to Garrettsville’s Summerfest during the first weekend in August. Not surprisingly, the Barber of G’Ville sponsors this unusual event with the assistance of the Bearded Sinners Beard Club. The competition will take place at Summerfest -- on Saturday, August 7th from 10 am until 2 pm on...
J.A. Garfield Historical Society News
The James A. Garfield Historical Society met on June, 21, 2021 to discuss the following business: ? Financial solvency--treasury in good condition, donation from Thrivent (courtesy of the Bissards) ? Getting help from InterAct kids who are seeking community service hours. They are assisting with filing and general clean-up, as well as entering items in PastPerfect, a documentation system. ? More planning...
Upcoming Library Events at The Garrettsville Branch
Garrettsville - On Tuesday, July 13 from 5:00 pm to 6:30 pm you are invited to attend a virtual Zoom webinar with Jennifer Bowen, Financial Advisor. Bowen will explain the basic steps of planning an estate and the importance of wills and trusts. Amy R. Turos, an estate planning attorney, will also be present during this event. The Book...
JAG Grad Attends West Point Academy
Garrettsville - “From an early age, we joked he’ll end up in the military because of how his mind works,” Mantua resident Jason Wysong noted. “We didn’t realize that would actually come to fruition,” his wife Carolyn added. They shared that that their son, Nolan, began considering attending a military service academy in eighth grade, and eventually selected West...
Garrettsville Idol Semi-Finalists for 2021 Announced
Garrettsville Summerfest recently held their auditions for Garrettsville Idol. Due to the pandemic, the committee felt it was better to do the first round of auditions virtually. Contestants were to upload a video of themselves singing acapella a song of their own choosing. The judges, Wendi Brown, Jackie Rinearson and Danny Deakins had the difficult task of determining who was...
Garrettsville Branch’s Adult Summer Reading Program
Summer reading program at the Garrettsville Library has begun. Adults are invited to pick up an adult summer reading log. Those who complete one challenge will get a small prize. Those adults who complete all three challenges will receive a larger prize as well as an entry slip into a drawing for a $50 fuel gift card drawing. Two...
Garrettsville Cemetery Committee proposes columbarium for Park Cemetery
Garrettsville – Village officials present at the village council meeting on June 9th were Village Solicitor Michele Stuck, Mayor Rick Patrick, Assistant Fiscal Officer Deb Wordell and Councilpersons Tom Hardesty, Chris Knop, Sheri Johnson, John Chambers, Jeff Kaiser and Tom Collins. In-person attendees present were representatives of the Portage County Sheriff’s Department, Sheriff Bruce Zuchowski, Chief Deputy Ralph Spidalieri,...
GFN Firefighters Present Check To Hiram Farm
Members of the Garrettsville Freedom Nelson Joint Fire District raised over $1,000 for the Hiram Farm through their Autism Awareness T-shirt fundraiser this spring. At a recent meeting, they presented a check in the amount of $1,050 to Hiram Farm representative Allison, who is pictured above with a group of our local firefighters. Thank you to everyone who...
Beloved JAG Teacher and Coach John Bennett Retires
Garrettsville - John Bennett, long-time teacher and coach in the James A. Garfield School District, shared that he’s been an athlete since the age of five, when he began playing baseball on the team coached by his father. He honed his skills, and played all the way through high school. He continued his athletic career at Hiram College, where...
DORA Explored for Garrettsville’s Main Street, Enacted at Special Meeting
Garrettsville – Village officials present at the village council meeting on May 12th were Village Solicitor Michele Stuck, Mayor Rick Patrick, Assistant Fiscal Officer Deb Wordell and Councilpersons Tom Hardesty, Chris Knop, Sheri Johnson, John Chambers, Jeff Kaiser and Tom Collins. Due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements, the meeting was held in person with no audience. The meeting was...
Garrettsville To Replace Water Main Lines On SR 88
Garrettsville - The Village of Garrettsville’s Board of Public Affairs and Water Department will be replacing water main lines along South Street (State Route 88) beginning in May, 2021, and continuing through November, 2021. The company performing the work, Woodford Excavating, could begin construction as early as Monday, May 17. During construction, traffic will be reduced to one lane and...
Red Cross In Need Of Blood Donations
As the nation transitions to a new, hopeful phase of this devastating pandemic and people resume some of their normal activities, the American Red Cross needs your help to avoid a summer donation slump.Individuals of all blood types are urged to schedule an appointment now to give blood, and in most cases, those who have received a COVID-19 vaccine...
JAG Custodians Named “Villagers of The Year”
Congratulations to the James A Garfield Custodians who have been named “Villagers of the Year”! This amazing group didn’t just sit back and wait for things to fall into place, they set their minds to thinking outside of the box, adjusting and figuring out how to they could make a difference for others during the shut-downs and the unknown times...
James A Garfield Historical Society News
Garrettsville - The JAGHS met on April 19, 2021 for its first in-person meeting since May 18, 2020---HUZZAH! The group welcomed two new members, Tim Smith (hardly new to the area) and Linda Harring (in from Chagrin Falls). The treasury was reported to be healthy and the CD’s remain in their cozy financial institution. The meeting then opened up to...
Garrettsville Farmers’ Market Offering Farm Tour Series
Garrettsville - The Garrettsville Farmers’ Market is excited to announce their first Private Farm Tour Series. Offering a chance to experience how food is grown and raised, these guided tours will include demonstrations, hands-on activities, and tastings, providing an inside look into the care, craft, and history of farming and agriculture. The first tour will take place on 4:00 -...
DORA, Trees, and Parks Topics of Discussion at Garrettsville Council Meeting
Garrettsville – Village officials present at the village council meeting on March 10th were Village Solicitor Michele Stuck, Mayor Rick Patrick, Assistant Fiscal Officer Deb Wordell and Councilpersons Tom Hardesty, Chris Knop, Sheri Johnson, John Chambers, Jeff Kaiser and Tom Collins. Due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements, the meeting was held in person with no audience. The meeting was...
The Groomer of G’ville Welcomes Pooches to Main Street
Garrettsville - The Groom Room of Burton is moving to Garrettsville, sporting a new name. Lisa Washabaugh is relocating her dog grooming service to historic downtown Garrettsville at 8116 Main Street. The Groomer of G’ville opens on May 5. After 14 years working in a veterinary clinic, 30 years as a groomer and eight years as a business owner in...
NGCC Launches “0 to 100” Campaign
Garrettsville - NGCC wants to share with you an exciting new campaign called “0-100” that will help us reach many more individuals who are in need of our services. Currently, NGCC is open to the public four days each month to serve individuals who attend or reside in the James A. Garfield Schools community. In the last two years, we...
Virtual Voter Forum
League of Women Voters of Northern Portage County is hosting a Virtual Voter Form on April 7th at 7 pm. The forum will present new tax issues on the ballot for the May 4th election that impact the communities we serve which are Aurora, Freedom, Garrettsville, Hiram, Mantua, Nelson and Shalersville. Register to attend the webinar by visiting https://www.northernportagecountylwv.org/ or...
Garrettsville Hiram Rotary welcomes Roger Hollis
Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club welcomed Roger Hollis to their March 15, 2021 zoom meeting to speak about a start-up organization named FishMySpot, recently formed to encourage outdoor activity--specifically fishing-- and youth participation in non-screen learning in nature. The idea is to have small groups (four or fewer people--parents and/or grandparents accompanying kids, for instance) enjoying time together and catching fish...
Electric Vehicles Gain Support in Garrettsville
Garrettsville – Village officials present at the village council meeting on March 10th were Village Solicitor Michele Stuck, Mayor Rick Patrick, Assistant Fiscal Officer Deb Wordell and Councilpersons Tom Hardesty, Chris Knop, Sheri Johnson, John Chambers, Jeff Kaiser and Tom Collins. Due to COVID-19 social distancing requirements, the meeting was held in person with no audience. The meeting was...
