Whispers from the Woods
“Many of the events of the annual cycle recur year after year in a regular order. A year-to-year record of this order is a record of the rates at which solar energy flows to and through living things. They are the arteries of the land. By tracing their response to the sun, phenology may eventually shed some light on that ultimate enigma, the land’s inner workings.” – Aldo Leopold, A
Summer Instructors Needed
Even as the snow flies and temperatures plummet, Geauga Lyric Theater Guild is looking toward the warm days of summer and the popular summer theater workshops for area youth. GLTG has been sponsoring educational programs each summer since 1998. Applications for lead instructors/directors for 2015 Summer Workshops are currently being accepted through December 20, with positions to be filled by...
This Year Make Your Black Friday GREEN with Geauga SWCD!
Ho Ho Hold on a minute! Try as you might, there is no going back. The Thanksgiving turkey, heck, even the Halloween ghouls and goblins, will forevermore be in competition with Santa and his entourage of elves. Like a full-blown blizzard that comes suddenly and unexpectedly, burying autumn (and us!) in the frigid reality of “here’s how it’s going to be,” the commercialism of Christmas ruthlessly arrives! Step into any store but don’t be caught off guard. Remember fall fell fast and was overcome by the holiday hustle and bustle, the Jingles and Kringles. Gone are the good ol’ days of enjoying each season while in the season, like apple cider in September, pumpkin ale in October, and cranberry salad in November. Now the polar express is in the express lane (alongside next year’s bikinis!). Like a pill that’s hard to swallow, throw on a log, grab some eggnog, and open wide… the fruitcake has arrived!
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.
Santa & Mrs. Claus Hosting Family-Friendly Open House at New Insurance Agency
”I have registered to become a Member of the Garrettsville Chamber of Commerce and am excited to become an involved member of the community. I am thankful for the Village of Garrettsville in welcoming me thus far and look forward to many years of commitment and service to the communities in the surrounding area.” - Shannan Shobel-Jursa
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...
Hiram Village News – November 2014
At the start of the last regular Council meeting, Hiram Mayor Lou Bertrand swore in Firefighter Austin Bracken to the Hiram Fire Department. Firefighter Bracken, a Garrettsville native is currently in EMT school. Upon completion of the EMT program, he will serve the Department in that capacity as well.
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.
Hiram College Announces Writing Contest for High School Students
Cash prizes of $100-$300 will be awarded for first, second and third place. Honorable mentions will be awarded at the contest’s discretion and include no cash prize. Winners will be invited to read at An Evening ofHiram Writers on April 7, 2015 at Hiram College. All winning entries and honorable mentions will be published in the Evening of Hiram Writers book.
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...
Hiram presented with heartfelt gift from Mount Saint Joseph
Two schools, separated by over 250 miles, came together in another heartfelt moment on Friday night in Hiram.
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)
Think Local on Small Business Saturday
The benefits of shopping locally go beyond convenience and the chance to reduce your carbon footprint. The following are a few ways that shopping locally this holiday season can directly benefit your community and the people who call it home.
Mantua’s Bridge to Open on Black Friday
In Mantua, Black Friday means more than just scooping up the latest deal, or the official start of the Christmas holiday season. It’s also the much-anticipated day that the bridge at the South end of the Village on State Route 44 officially re-opens.
Newton Falls Police Department Receives Safety Award
Newton Falls Police Department was honored together with more than 50 other Northeast Ohio law enforcement agencies on Veterans Day for their traffic safety efforts and programs implemented to encourage safe driving.
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...
The WVFD Hires a Grant Writer
Fire Chief Mike Iwanyckyj said the FEMA grant opened November 1, 2014 and will remain open until December 5, 2014. Mike reintroduces Jack Breese, who has been the grant writer for WVFD. Breese presented a contract to the board, for grant writing for the FEMA Grant. Breese also made a few suggestions on what the board should apply for with the grant.
Garrettsville Council Discusses Flagpoles And Finances
Councilman Klamer reminded council members that “Our job is to provide service to the residents. Our job is not to see how much we can bankroll.” He said as the village council they are responsible to the taxpayers and spending the extra money this year is “officials doing their job”.
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...
Makerspace at the Garrettsville Library
Through the end of the year, the Makerspace will be open for community members to drop in: November 22 from 9:30 am – 12:00 pm, December 1 from 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm, December 6 from 9:30 am – 12:00 pm, December 8 from 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm, December 15 from 5:00 pm – 6:30 pm, and December 20 from 10:00 am – 2:00 pm. For more information about library programs and services, visit the Portage County District Library online at www.portagelibrary.org. ?
Consider Adopting A Family This Christmas
Garrettsville Area Chamber of Commerce People Tree program is making plans for this Christmas season. We need your support so we can provide help for our friends and neighbors that are in need. As a community we provided a Christmas food basket and personal care products for 104 families and the adopt a family volunteers provided gifts for 167...
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!
News From Hiram Township
Trustee Schulda suggested that if adequate funds are available, Trustees should also consider paying off the remaining portion owed by the Township for the Hiram Fire Department’s new truck.
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...
The Truth Behind Snow Days
Is there a magic number of inches of snow needed to call school? Is there a specific street that has to be impassable? The answer to each of to each of these aforementioned questions is no.
Mantua Township Trustee Report
Regarding the Center School committees and volunteers, Trustee Festa commented that he was, “not thrilled that non-professionals were added to the Assessment Committee.” Trustee Festa plans to discuss it with Todd Peetz from Regional Planning, but is, “looking forward to the next phase.”
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.
