Second Blessings Thrift Shop Extended Hours
The Renaissance Family Center now has extended hours 9005 Wilverne Drive, Windham. Monday-Friday 10 am – 6 pm and Saturday 9 am – 5 pm. Second Blessings hours are Monday-Friday 10am – 4 pm. We have a great selection of gently used furniture, antiques, vintage dishes and many clean, gently used household items. Every week we have a different category of items at 50% off. We still have the “fill a shopping cart” from our over flows rooms $20.00. We have many new items in our Second Blessings Thrift Shoppe so start your Christmas shopping early!
Interested in Knitting?
If you are interested in knitting, join us at Hilltop Church for the opportunity to knit with friends. For information call Jane Pilgrim at 918-406-8315
Overeaters Anonymous Meetings
Mondays
Overeaters Anonymous (a community of people who support each other in order to recover from compulsive eating and food behaviors) meets in person every Monday, except legal holidays, at 10:00 AM in the parlor of the First Presbyterian Church of Warren, 256 Mahoning Av NW, Warren, OH 44483. Please enter through the “Fellowship Hall” entrance on driveway. We look forward to meeting you!
American Legion Breakfast
Mondays
American Legion Post 674
breakfast every Monday from 7:30-10:30 at 9960 E. Center St. Windham. Full menu!! $8.00 per person this includes coffee and juice.
Farmington Senior Center Breakfasts
Mondays
The Senior Center is open for breakfast Mondays from 7a-Noon. A full menu is offered from scrambled eggs to Belgian Waffles. Lunches are served T-TH from 11a-1p only $5-plate includes homemade soup or salad, entrée, dessert and beverage. Menu for the week is posted on the Facebook page, or just call 330-889-2733. NO RESERVATIONS REQUIRED!
Miracles Happen
1st & 3rd Mondays
Join us the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month at10am, for Book Review & Discussion: Examine the physical, emotional, & spiritual healing that is possible when you freely accept & embrace the reality of reincarnation. Miracles Happen: Authors – Brian L Weiss,MD, Amy E Weiss, LCSW. We share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions. Presented by Dr J Patella in cooperation with Garrettsville YMCA. Book, Membership, & Fee not required. Questions: call (330)469-2044.
Free Meal
1st Tuesday of Month
Free meal ! A free meal is served on the 1st Tuesday of the month at Covenant Bible Fellowship,8146 High street in Garrettsville. Come join us from 5:30-7pm, for food, fun and fellowship.
BINGO! At St. Ambrose Church
1st & 3rd Tuesday
Come to St. Ambrose for Bingo, the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. Doors open at 5:45pm and Early Bird starts at 6:45. Players must be 18 or over. Reasonably priced concessions. St. Ambrose is located at 10692 Freedom St., Garrettsville. Check out our Facebook page for additional information.
Young At Heart Meetings
3rd Tues of Month
Young at Heart organization for 55 and older, meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Immaculate Conception Hall Parish. We gather for meals, meeting and fellowship. All denominations are welcome. To attend or for more information call Sandra at 330-322-0231.
Al Anon Meetings
Tues & Weds
What can you do when someone close to you drinks too much? Al Anon meets Tuesdays 7:30 – 8:30 pm at the Renaissance Family Center 9005 Wilverne in Windham. Wednesdays 7-8 pm at Hilltop Christian Church, 4572 Prospect St. in Mantua
Time for Tots
2nd Weds of Month
Time for Tots held the 2nd Wednesday of each month (Sept 14, 2022 – May 10, 2023) from 10 – 11 a.m. at Maplewood Christian Church 7300 State Route 88 in Ravenna. Come experience a safe indoor environment where children ages 2 – 5 can play, craft, enjoy music and burn energy (adults stay for fun, siblings welcome). We will not meet if Ravenna Schools are closed. Call 330-297-6424 with questions.
Parkman 55+ Seniors
First Thursday of Month
Please join area seniors over 55 for a monthly gathering on the first Thursday at the Parkman Community Center at 11:30 am. With the exception of an occasional field trip, the gathering includes a pot luck lunch and socializing and various programs such as entertainment, informational lectures and Bingo. Also open to non-Geauga County residents. For questions or for monthly schedule, call (440) 632-5461. Come join the fun!!
Free Community Meal
3rd Weds of Month
Christ Lutheran Church 10827 Main St, Mantua will be offering their Free Community Meal on on the third Wednesday of the month from 5-6:30 pm. Please come and enjoy a wonderful meal and a chance to visit with friends. For more info call the church at 330 274 2849.
Winter Coat Collection
Today!
Deluxe Cleaners in Garrettsville is now collecting new and gently used winter coats for the Garrettsville People Tree Sharing Program. This is the 26th year Deluxe Cleaners has worked with The People Tree. Deluxe Cleaners is located at 8050 Elm Street in Garrettsville.
Festival of Trees
Dec 10 & 11
Experience an enchanted forest of beautiful trees, lights and festive décor inside Middlefield’s historic 1818 Century Inn, from 12:00 noon to 6:00 p.m. Vote on People’s Choice! Free admission (please make a donation). Sales of poinsettias, unique floral arrangements and raffle tickets for multiple prizes. Free peppermint ice cream cone at The Depot; limited flavors of other ice cream treats available at half price. Middlefield Historical Society, 14979 South State Ave. (Rt 608). For more information, leave a message at 440-632-0400 or call/text 440-241-2192.
2nd Fridays Soups and Salads
Dec 9
On the 2nd Friday of December – the 9th – stop by the Mantua Center School Annex between 4 and 7pm, for either carry-out or dine-in of hearty soups and salads, rolls and desserts. All for a donation to The Mantua Restoration Society. View various “Center” items for sale such as T-shirts, note cards, and matted drawings of our Historic Buildings. The Annex is located at 11751 Mantua Center Road.
Deck The Halls: A Candyland Christmas
Dec 10
The James A. Garfield Band Boosters is sponsoring Deck the Halls: A Candyland Christmas on December 10th from 2-4 at the high school. Kid crafts, games, refreshments, vendors, a bake sale, Chinese auction, a visit from Santa and our magnificent Jazz Band will be playing. Come join the fun!
Cookies With Santa
Dec 10
Come join us for Cookies with Santa on Saturday, December 10 from 1 to 4 at the Freedom Town Hall, 8966 St. RT. 700. Enjoy some hot chocolate, cider and cookies all while mingling with Santa. There will be a craft and goodie bag for the kids (limited quantity). Bring your camera and get your picture taken by the tree with Santa (free). Bring a canned good or non-perishable item for the Garrettsville Nelson Food Cupboard. This is a free event and open to everyone of all ages. Sponsored by the Freedom Community & Park Boosters. Any questions call 330-931-8227 or freedomparkboosters@gmail.com
St. Ambrose Christmas Concert
Dec 11
Back again since Covid made its presence felt is the St. Ambrose Christmas Concert. The songs will consist of Advent and Christmas themes. It will take place at the church, 10692 Freedom St., Garrettsville on December 11 at 3:00 pm. Looking forward to sharing this wonderful afternoon with everyone!
Historical Society Holiday Party
Dec 13
Freedom Township Historical Society’s Holiday Party will be Tuesday, December 13 at 7 PM at the Drakesburg School # 2, 7276 St Rt 303. This program is open to our members and the public. Our program will consist of members telling, sharing, or showing a favorite memory from their past Christmases. Light refreshments will be served. You will be able to see first hand all the improvements to this almost 150 year old building and to view our mini one room school. What an opportunity! – good fellowship, good food, and a good meeting place.
Christmas Candlelight Service
Dec 23
You are invited to The First Congregational Church of Freedom Christmas Candlelight evening service
Friday, Dec. 23 at 6:30 pm. at 8961 St. Rt. 88 in Freedom Township on the triangle of Rt.88, Rt. 303 and Rt. 700. Our Pastor Jody Hill will be giving the message. Debbie Sommers plays the organ and Renee Ruley plays the piano. We close the service by singing Silent Night in the Candle Light. There is a chandelier hanging from the ceiling with battery operated candles flickering so no one gets wax falling on them. Come and enjoy the fellowship.
Open House For Virginia Goodell
Dec 31
Virginia Goodell will be celebrating 100 years with an Open House on Saturday, December 31, from 2 – 4pm at Portage Faith United Methodist Church, 9922 State Route 44, Mantua. Please come and bring a written memory. Cards may be sent to 10220 Peck Road, Mantua OH 44255. She is excited to be celebrating her hundredth birthday.
Pickleball Lessons
Beginning Jan 11
PICKLEBALL!! Interested in learning the basics of the fastest growing sport in America? The Garrettsville YMCA is sponsoring a local
introductory lesson (FREE) for those interested in learning to play. The first session will be on January 11th from 2-4 PM at the Y, with a 2nd session on Saturday, January 14th from 4-6 PM.The lesson will be an overview of the game and a chance to try it out (EQUIPMENT PROVIDED). For more information please call DAVE (234-243-2999) OR TIM (216-346-5595)
