Mantua – On Saturday, December 15th from 3-4 pm, Portage Park District staff will host attendees on a journey about what happens during winter in the parks. They’ll discuss how plants, animals and insects adapt to the season’s cold weather and what tracks can be spotted in the snow. The program begins at the Pop-Up Artists’ Market at 10676 Main Street, but weather permitting, will continue outdoors, so participants are directed to dress for the weather.
On Sunday, December 16th, guests are invited to experience “Harp Through History” featuring Ellen Eckhouse and Paul & Tina Dreisbach. In this program, which takes place from 3 – 4 pm at the Pop-up Market, you’ll learn about the distinctive place of the harp through history and listen to some Irish, Celtic and seasonal holiday tunes from the musicians from our home-grown Hiram band, Top-of-the-Hill. Downtown Mantua Revitalization Corp (DMRC), Ohio Arts Council, and The Portage Foundation fund these workshops. For more information, stop by the Pop-up Market in person or visit the DMRC online or on Facebook.
The Village of Mantua is seeking to fill three vacant seats on the Historic Landmarks Commission.
Any interested individuals who possess knowledge of and an interest in architectural and historic preservation and design who seek to work with other like-minded individuals to work for the overall improvement of the village’s aesthetics is welcome to apply. According to village guidelines, at least two members of the commission shall be engaged in preservation-related professionals such as the fields of archaeology, architecture, architectural history, history, planning or a related discipline. At least one member shall be a property owner within the village. For further details about the commission and its duties, please see Chapter 159 of the Codified Ordinances of the Village of Mantua. Letters of interest should be directed to Mayor Linda Clark.
In addition, the village is also accepting applications for the position of part-time service department worker. This position reports to and works directly under the supervision of the village administrator. Applicants must be able to work evenings or weekends, as needed. Similar experience is preferred; pay range based on experience. Visit mantuavillage.com for a full job description and to access the employment application. Submit completed application and resume to Mayor Linda Clark, Village of Mantua, 4650 High Street, P.O. Box 775, Mantua, Ohio 44255 or email to mantuamayor@sbcglobal.net. Applications will be accepted until the position is filled.
Lastly, it was noted that the Safety, Parks, and Shade Tree Committee meetings for December have been cancelled. These meetings will resume as scheduled in January. Please note that the January 1st Service Committee meeting has been rescheduled for January 2, immediately following the 6:00 pm Safety meeting. Meetings are held at 4650 High Street in Mantua.
The next regularly scheduled village council meeting will be held on Tuesday, December 18th
