Learn About Lifeline Community Services at the Middlefield Senior Center
Geauga County seniors are invited to attend an informative presentation highlighting the many programs and services available through Geauga County Lifeline. Join Jackie Rodriguez, Program Coordinator for Geauga County Lifeline, on Wednesday, July 8, at 8:30 a.m. at the Middlefield Senior Center, located at 15820 Ridgewood Road, Middlefield. During the presentation, attendees will learn about a variety of valuable programs designed...
Portage County Veterans Services to host summer picnic July 18
The Portage County Veterans Services will be honoring all local veterans of the armed forces by hosting its first annual picnic on July 18 at Ravenna City Park at 165 Oakwood Street at 11 a.m. “One of the big things we wanted to do was outreach to recognize our veterans, find our veterans and assist them in getting whatever benefits...
Annual Community Yard, Trunk & Craft Sale
Be sure to mark your calendars for the Annual Middlefield Chamber of Commerce Yard, Trunk, and Craft Sale, Saturday July 18th (9am-4pm) The main site of the sale will be Harrington Square15561 W.High St. in Middlefield. However, this sale is TOO BIG to contain to just one location! Pick up a printed map at Harrington Square; or download from...
G-H Rotary Report
The June 29, 2026 meeting of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary covered a range of interests, opening with a party ( Oh, those Rotarians, always “Out there”). The public celebration of 100 years birthday party will be held at the South Street (Bill Phelps) Park on July 26 and everyone is invited. There will be picnic food–hot dogs, chips, cookies, etc–and...
Garrettsville Eagles Present Scholarships
The Garrettsville Eagles Scholarship Committee presented three $1,500 scholarships on June 10th, 2026. All of the recipients this year are graduates from James A Garfield High School. This year’s recipients are: Olivia Grcar, Jaxon Cushing and Conner Hunt.
Newton Falls Treasure Hunt Enters Final Week $36,500.00
After more than four months, thousands of miles traveled, and participants arriving from across the United States and beyond, the Newton Falls Treasure Hunt is entering its final chapter. Created by Fieldview Acres Mercantile, the community-wide treasure hunt has drawn visitors from numerous states and multiple countries, transforming Newton Falls into a destination for treasure hunters, history enthusiasts, and adventure...
Portage Historical Society plants heritage tree to recognize America’s 250th anniversary
The Portage County Historical Society has a new addition to its vast collection of historical items celebrating the history of the United States, as it planted a white swamp oak heritage tree on behalf of the America250 Ohio Commission on April 30. “What was nice about it was that we worked closely with the Portage County Commissioners,” PCHS President Debbie...
Crestwood High School resurrects alumni boys’ soccer match
Before the beginning of the 2026 boys’ soccer season, the Crestwood Red Devils will celebrate the history of the program by reviving the alumni boys’ soccer match on July 21 at Jack Lambert Stadium at 6:30 p.m. “I am excited to be bringing it back,” Coach Amanda Parsons told The Weekly Villager on June 28. “It is going to be...
Portage County Historical Society celebrates 75th anniversary
The Portage County Historical Society held a day of celebration as they were recognized for their 75th anniversary last Saturday at 6549 North Chestnut Street in Ravenna. “It is very meaningful because our history is ongoing,” PCHS President Debbie Sunderland said. “It is strong, and we need to let other people know, a lot of people don’t even know that...
Come To A Square Dance Demo
The Greater Cleveland Federation of Dance Clubs invites you to a lively square dance program featuring colorful costumes, a live caller, and an opportunity to start square dancing yourself! The event will be held on Wednesday, July 8th, 7:00-8:00 pm at the Geauga County Chardon Branch Library. Admission to this event is FREE, but participants must RSVP in advance. ...
Fallon Schwab-Davis aka “DJ Krooze” to emcee America250 celebration
The City of Ravenna’s plans to unite the community for its America250 celebration, recognizing the 250th anniversary of the United States. The celebration will be headlined by Ravenna resident Fallon Schwab-Davis aka “DJ Krooze”, who will emcee the event on July 11 beginning at 11 a.m. on the Courthouse Lawn. “I think it is going to be way bigger than...
We’re All Invited
Sip N Shop Vendor Applications Being Accepted Call Today Sip n Shop on Main is taking applications for the event on July 25th from 2-7pm . Contact Jackie at rinearson05@frontier.com for an application Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at...
Zachary D. Peterson Memorial Scholarship Awards Scholarships
The Zachary D. Peterson Memorial Scholarship Committee is proud to announce the recipients of the 2026 Zachary D. Peterson Memorial Scholarships. This year’s awards recognize eight outstanding students from Crestwood and Windham High Schools who will be attending Maplewood Career Center this fall to pursue careers in AutomotiveService Technology or Small Engine Repair fields. Representing Crestwood High School are Gianna...
Art on the Hill & Wine Tasting Too! Returns to Mantua Village
Mantua Village’s award-winning arts and crafts street festival hits the pavement Saturday July 11 on E. Prospect Street. The annual event is both a vibrant public gathering and an important fundraiser for the Downtown Mantua Revitalization Corporation (DMRC), the nonprofit dedicated to sustaining the Village’s unique personality and historic character. Art On the Hill brings together residents and visitors alike...
Newton Falls Athletics revives wrestling program
For the first time since 1977, Newton Falls High School will once again be represented on the mats, as the Athletic Department is reviving the varsity wresting program for the 2026-27 school year. “It is a very big deal,” Athletic Director Chad Rankin told The Weekly Villager. “I think it is important that we continue to offer extracurricular activities for...
Celebrating our nation with programs, Superman & live music
As our country celebrates its 250th birthday nationwide, Geauga Park District is inviting our local community to enjoy a variety of special programs and entertainment inspired by America 250-Ohio, the statewide commemoration of our nation’s semiquincentennial, and Ohio Goes to the Movies, a signature America 250-Ohio initiative celebrating the Buckeye State’s rich film history! Among featured programs is American History...
Newton Falls Farmers Market Bringing Fresh Food and Local Flavor to Historic Downtown
Fresh produce, homemade baked goods, local honey, handcrafted foods, and a renewed sense of community took center stage as the Newton Falls Farmers Market officially opened its inaugural season on Tuesday, June 23, from 5:00 p.m. to 8:00 p.m. at Four Corners Park in Historic Downtown Newton Falls, located at the intersection of Center Street and Broad Street. Operated entirely...
Shalersville Township Board of Trustees hosts Bitdeer for public forum
The Shalersville Township Board of Trustees hosted representatives from Bitdeer, a global company specializing in infrastructure, bitcoin mining, data center development and advanced computing, last Tuesday evening at Shalersville Town Hall to present their case of the benefits of building an artificial intelligence data center. Prior to Bitdeer’s presentation, Trustee and Vice Chairman Ron Kotkowski made a motion for the...
Katie Hoffmeister selected to become new Cardinal treasurer
The Cardinal School District has hired a new treasurer. Former Crestwood treasurer Katie Hoffmeister has been hired to assume the duties of Cardinal School District’s treasurer, having been formally hired on May 13. “Being back in the county that I grew up in and contribute to essentially the geographical area that I grew up in and chose to live in,...
JA Garfield Historical Society News
Allison Powell of the James A. Garfield National Historic Site–Lawnfield–in Mentor was the presenter for the local James A.Garfield Historical Society’s program on Victorian weddings.. She opened with a predictive poem on weddings in general and proceeded to illustrate how wedding customs developed in the United Kingdom–Britain specifically–because Queen Victoria, the nation’s longest ruling monarch until Elizabeth II, was the...
Jeff LaDow elevated to Badger boys’ volleyball head coach
Jeff LaDow has learned a lot about coaching high school volleyball in only two years since becoming a teacher in the Berkshire School District. He will put good use to what he has learned, having been announced as the new head coach of the Badger boys’ volleyball team on June 17. “I heard that there were some very good candidates...
Ravenna Scavenger Hunt returns in concert with America250 celebration
As the City of Ravenna hosts a day of festivities celebrating America’s 250th anniversary, the Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce’s annual scavenger hunt will also be a part of the celebration scheduled to begin on July 11 at 11 a.m. “It is going to be a great day to not only celebrate America but learn more about Ravenna and just...
M.O.R.E. Café Hosts Community Event
On Saturday, July 11th at 5 pm, the folks at M.O.R.E. Café will be hosting ‘MORE than a Walk,” and you’re invited. For those unfamiliar with the Hiram eatery, the M.O.R.E. Café provides differently abled adults with meaningful work, inclusive events, and social connections. The event begins with a one mile walk around Hiram Village and will provide attendees with...
We’re All Invited
Sip N Shop Vendor Applications Being Accepted Call Today Sip n Shop on Main is taking applications for the event on July 25th from 2-7pm . Contact Jackie at rinearson05@frontier.com for an application Book Review At The YMCA 1st & 3rd Mondays Surviving Death “ A Journalist Investigates Evidence For An Afterlife” by Leslie Kean. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at...
Transforming Site of Historic Loss into New Community Gathering Place
Community leaders, residents, project partners and elected officials gathered June 18 to celebrate the opening of the Buckeye Block Amphitheater, marking the completion of a project years in the making on one of the village’s most historically significant sites. The Garrettsville Area Chamber of Commerce hosted the ribbon-cutting ceremony at the new amphitheater, located on the site of the former...
Ravenna Parks & Recreation Department welcomes DEK of Hearts to perform at America250 concert
After a day of festivities celebrating America’s 250th anniversary in the City of Ravenna, the Ravenna Parks & Recreation Department will host a concert featuring the country music band DEK of Hearts at Sunbeau Valley Farm 3248 Brady Lake Road on July 11 beginning at 7 p.m. “This event is big for the community,” Ravenna Parks & Recreation Director Chris...
Former West Park Elementary becomes Portage Leadership Academy
The building formerly known as West Park Elementary will open its doors once again to students for the 2026-27 school year, as Portage Leadership Academy, which held its grand opening last Saturday morning at 1071 Jones Avenue in Ravenna. “It has been incredibly exciting,” Superintendent Darryl Lindsay told The Weekly Villager. “The first week we had the building I was...
Freedom Township Historical Society News
Freedom Township Historical Society will be holding its first Open House of the season on Saturday, June 27 from 10 - 2 at our school museum, 7276 St Rt 303. We have several new exhibits including two wedding dresses donated by Kathy Cain that were worn by her mother and her aunt. Also we recently acquired artifacts from the...
Happy Birthday Garrettsville Rotary
Festive, it was at the Garrett’s Mill Brewing Company on June 11, 2026, celebrating the 100th birthday of Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club; 1926–2026 is a landmark stretch for any organization, particularly one so connected to the community and so involved with good works. Guests were there representing grand pooh-bahs of District 6630: 2027-2028 District Governor Richard Arlen Cole, Jr.,and District Governor...
Mantua Shalersville FD Celebrates 125 Years
“What does it mean to be brave? To do what you have to do when other people are counting on you.” Author unknown Back in 1901, the Mantua Hose Company #1 volunteer Fire Department was formed by a group of roughly thirty residents who lived and worked in Mantua. They saw the need to work together to help protect residents,...