Join 4-H Today!
Register by April 1
Want to join a 4H club in Portage County? Don’t know where to go? Email – Backyardcritters4H@gmail.com. If our club isn’t a good fit for you, then one can be suggested.Animals that we cover include dairy & pygmy goats, show chickens, small animals (hamsters, hedgehogs, rabbits, guinea pigs etc), Market swine & poultry. Backyard Critters 4-H Club meets the 1st Wednesday of each month at the Freedom Town Hall from 6-8pm. Registration for Fair 2023 cut off date is April 1st.Join 4H today!
Trash and Treasure Sale
Register Today!
Rent your space now for a Trash and Treasure Sale.
Clean out your old treasures and make some extra cash.
Held at Mantua Center School on May 6, from 8:00 AM – 4:00 PM. (Setup May 5, at 5:00 PM) Cost: $25.00 per table Crafters Welcome!Call Mary Hannah @ 330-883-9297 to reserve a spot.
Second Blessings Thrift Shoppe
Normal hours for the Second Blessings Thrift Shoppe are Monday – Friday 10 am. to 4 pm. During the month of April, Saturdays only 10am – 2 pm, everything in the store is 50% off. Items in the furniture room are also 50% off. From the two overflow rooms, fill a buggy for $10.00.
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!
Interested in Knitting?
1st & 3rd Mondays
Knitting, crochet and quilting — all are welcome at Hilltop Church, Room 4, on first & third Mondays of each month – 1:30 pm. For information call Roxanne 330-569-7613 or Jane Pilgrim 918-406-8315
How Philosophy Can Save Your Life
1st & 3rd Mondays
Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion the 1st & 3rd Mondays, 10am each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: How Philosophy Can Save Your Life – 10 ideas that matter most. Author Marietta McCarty reveals how heartbeats of philosophy, clear thinking, quiet reflection & good conversation are essential ingredients in a well-lived life. Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave (330)469-2044. NO book or fees required.
Wing Night at the Eagles Club
Tuesdays
Every Tuesday:wings with purchase of a beverage.Open to the public 5:00- 8:00. The Eagles Club is located at 8149 Water Street, Garrettsville. Public Welcome!
Story Time in Mantua
Tuesdays
Bring your preschool-aged child to Story Time every Tuesday, 10:30 – 11:30am. No registration required. No costs. No long term commitment. Come any week and try it out at Mantua Center Christian Church, 4118 Rt. 82 in Mantua. Volunteers with teaching experience will provide activities, music and stories for all pre-schoolers accompanied by an adult. Call Pam with questions: 216-308-7930
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 Parish Hall. 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
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.
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. All non-Geauga residents are welcome.
Loaves and Fishes Community Meal
Last Thursday of Month
On the last Thursday of the month a free meal is open to all residents in Mantua, Garrettsville, Hiram, and surrounding areas. Anyone who needs to stretch their food dollars, or enjoys a homemade meal, is cordially invited to come eat and enjoy some fellowship. The meal is from 5 – 6:30pm, the Last Thursday of each month January through October at Mantua Center Christian Church, 4118 State Route 82 in Mantua Township. Come join us!
Windham American Legion Fish Fry
Fridays
American Legion fish fry will be held at 9960 E Center St, Windham every Friday 4-7 p.m. Choose fish, chicken or shrimp. Baked potato or fresh cut fries. Mac and cheese, cole slaw, green beans or apple sauce. Roll and butter Dine in or carry out. 330-326-3188
Rummage Sale
March 30
Braceville United Methodist Church located at 589 Park Rd. in the center of Braceville off of St. Rt. 82 will be having their annual Rummage Sale March 30 from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m. and the 31st from 9:00 – noon.
Eagles Club Fish Fry
March 31 & April 6
The Garrettsville Eagles will be hosting Friday fish fry from 4-7:30pm Dinner includes choice of fish, chicken or shrimp, choice of potatoes, vegetable, roll & butter. Pollock, chicken and shrimp options. Carryout is available. Call 330-527-2330 to order.
God Provides A Meal
March 31
Windham United Methodist church and Nelson United Methodist Church hold their God Provides Meal on March 31st. The menu will be Shepherd’s Pie, Jello salad, Irish soda bread and brownies. There is no cost to for the meal but donations are accepted. Preregistration is required. Please contact Sandi Fordyce at 330-697-3288 to be registered and to place your order. Meals can be picked up only between 4 -5 pm on the 31st at Windham United Methodist church located at 9051 N. Main street, Windham, Ohio 44288
Spaghetti Benefit Dinner
April 1
On Saturday, April 1, 2023, there will be dinner benefit for the Harris family in Garrettsville who were victims of a brutal attack in their home. It will be held at the Garrettsville Masonic Lodge 8120 Main Street ( above Garrettsville Nutrition) from 5:00 to 8:00 pm. Menu is spaghetti with or without meatballs, garlic bread, salad and beverage. Adults $ 10.00, children 10 & under 5:00. For additional information to donate for raffle, please contact Luke Whittenberger at 202-798-9065 or Garrettsvillelodge246@gmail.com.
EggFest
April 1
On Saturday, April 1, from 11-1pm The Fountain located at 12888 State Route 88, GARRETTSVILLE (North of Rt 305) will be having their EGG FEST!
THIS EVENT IS FREE FOR ALL AGES! There will be themed tables throughout – where your children of all ages walk around and receive Easter candy from each table. (It is like an inside ‘Trunk or Treat’- style day.) When you are finished walking around to the themed tables, each person will receive a hot, bagged ”to go” lunch consisting of a hot dog, chips and drink.
This event has been proven to be lots of FUN for the entire family. Plan now to come!
Eagles Club Swiss Steak Dinner
April 1
The Garrettsville Eagles Club is hosting a Swiss steak dinner on April 1 from 4-7:30pm. Dinner includes Swiss steak, mashed potatoes, corn, coleslaw, dessert. Carry out available. Eagles Club is located at 8149 Water Street, Garrettsville. Public Welcome!
Easter Bunny Luncheon
April 1
The VFW will be holding the annual Easter bunny luncheon on April 1 at 1 PM at the Ravenna VFW post 1055, 6000 New Milford Rd.,Ravenna. The price is five dollars for adults three dollars for children. That includes your lunch, goodie bags for the children, who will have raffle baskets and opportunity to have their picture taken with the Easter bunny.
Book signing at The Village Bookstore
April 1
Please join us Sat. April 1 from 1- 3 PM for a book signing. Local author Karen Donley-Hayes will be signing her book, Falling Off Horses. It is a memoir about an unforgettable friendship bound by love and passion for horses. Copies of the book are available for purchase at the Village Bookstore. 8140 Main St. 330-527-3030.
Harvest Point Egg Hunt
April 1
On Saturday, April 1, 2023, Harvest Point Church, 2121 Salt Springs Rd., Lordstown, will host their 2nd Annual Easter Egg Hunt from 10:00 a.m. until noon. Registration will begin at 9:45 a.m. All children from 2 – 10 years old are welcome!
Freedom Community Park Booster Meeting
April 3
Please join the Freedom Community Park Boosters on Monday, April 3, 2023 at 7:00 p.m. at the Freedom Town Hall to discuss the future planning for park improvements. This discussion is open to the public. Any questions or concerns please reach out freedomparkboosters@gmail.com or 330-322-2658.
Huge Easter Egg Hunt
April 8
Huge Easter Egg Hunt – 5,000 Eggs!!! Date: Saturday, April 8th from 10:00am – 12:00pm at Life Church, 10280 OH-88, Garrettsville, OH 44231 (Across from the High School). Kids, friends & family are invited for food, crafts, an Easter photo booth and a massive easter egg hunt of 5,000 eggs for kids of all ages! This event is FREE but we do need you to RSVP by April 5th at https://mylifechurchag.org/register
Free Community Shred Day
April 8
Free community shred day will be held on April 8 from 9:00 AM – 12:00 PM at 8454 Windham St., Garrettsville. Limit 10 garbage size bags/boxes per household. No plastic bags.
Easter Egg Hunt
April 8
Easter Egg Hunt event hosted by New Adventures Child Center, in partnership with Boy Scout Troop #575 and #7575, and the Hiram Kiwanis Club. The event, which is free and open to the public, will take place on April 8 from 10 am to 12 pm at 11741 Mantua Center Road, Mantua, Ohio 44255. In addition to the egg hunt, there will be games, face painting, a bounce house, and other fun activities for children and families to enjoy.
Egg Hunt, Crafts & More!
April 8
Egg hunt, crafts, and more!
Come join rain or shine!
Saturday April 8th, 2023
2:00 – 4:00 pm Maplewood Christian Church, 7300 State Route 88, Ravenna Oh 44266
MaRSI Meeting
April 10
The next Mantua Restoration Society, Inc. (MaRSi) meeting will be held on Monday, April 10, 2023, at 7pm at the Mantua Township Town Hall, 4122 State Route 82, Mantua, Ohio 44255. MaRSI seeks to develop funding to preserve historic buildings and sites for them to be vibrant, integral parts of Township government and civic life. If interested, consider attending one of MaRSI’s meetings. For more information call Kathy Hughes at 216-598-0716.
MaRSI 2nd Friday Supper
April 14
On Friday, April 14, 2023, the Mantua Restoration Society (MaRSI) is having their 2nd Friday Soup & Salad dinner. The dinner, featuring home-made soups, fresh salads, and yummy desserts, is at the Mantua Center School between 4 and 7pm. A new addition to the supper is music featuring Skip Schweitzer on guitar, Cal Craig on banjo, and vocals by Sarah Harvey. Donations are graciously accepted. Dine in or carry-out is available. Come see us on April 14, The Mantua Center School Annex is located at 11741 Mantua Center Road, Mantua Township.
Paint Party Fundraiser
April 15
The Renaissance Family Center of Windham, Ohio, 9005 WilVerne Drive, is having a Paint Party Fundraiser. Saturday, April 15th from 2-4 pm. The cost is $30 per person. All materials are provided. Come create art and have a great time while supporting the Renaissance Center. Please call the office at 330-326-3003 to reserve your spot.
Harvest Point Church Food Pantry
April 19
Harvest Point Church Food Pantry, located at 2121 Salt Springs Rd., Lordstown, OH 44481, will hold their next distribution on Wednesday, April 19, 2023, from 3:30 p.m. – 5:30 p.m. This is a drive-up distribution and no ID is required. Simply complete a form providing your name, address, and dates of birth for family members residing in your home. This distribution contains primarily canned goods/dry goods and, on occasion, special items.
Trinkets and Treasures Sale
April 26-29
Gigantic sale of quality household and kitchen goods, sporting equipment, holiday décor, gently worn clothing and accessories, tools, books, children’s toys, electronics, jewelry, antiques and more. Sponsored by the Federated Church of Chagrin Falls. “First Opportunity” on Wednesday April 26, 5:30-8 p.m. ($10 admission). Sale days: Thursday/Friday April 27 and 28 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday April 29 from 9 a.m. to noon (bag day and half price). Federated Church Family Life Center, 16349 Chillicothe Road (Route 306), Bainbridge Township. Call 440-247-6490 or visit www.fedchurch.org.
