Community Cash Back Program
Through Dec 26
The Portage County Senior Center is again participating in Acme’s “Community Cash Back” program. The program runs from August 6th-December 26th, and you can either mail your receipts or drop them off. The Portage County Senior Center is located at 705 Oakwood St. (Floor G) in Ravenna. The office hours are currently M-F 9-3. For more info, please call 330-297-3456.
Great Gifts From Historical Society
Call Today!
The James A. Garfield Historical Society is still selling cemetery books for $5. each. We have four available. Park Cemetery, Drakesburg Cemetery, West Cemetery and the Baptist Cemetery. “Where’s my Milkman“ books, written by Scott Lawless, and “Garrettsville Strong” books, written by Pam Montgomery are also still available. 1880 maps of Garrettsville are also available for $5. each. Once framed, they make a great gift! To support your local historical society, call Debbie Smith at 330-389-1859 or Kit Semplak at 330-842-2822.
Complete Your GED with Aspire
Call Today!
Aspire (formerly ABLE) has been serving Portage County adults that are 16+ and out of high school, free-of-charge for approximately 30 years. Aspire staff helps adults prep for the GED/HSE, brush up on basic skills, transition to post-secondary, training, or employment, and we have a class to assist English for Speakers of Other Languages learn basic language skills.
If you are ready to take on the challenge and complete your GED/HSE, pick up the phone to sign up for a short orientation at (330) 235-0020. Let Aspire help you take the next step in your educational journey.
Farmington Senior Center Breakfasts
Mondays
Senior Center will be open for Breakfast Monday mornings 7am to Noon. We will Be COVID compliant so PLEASE call 330-889-2733, as reservations are highly recommended. Temperatures will be taken at the door and anyone reading a temp of 100 deg will be turned away. Call with questions/concerned 330-889-2733.
Wing Night At The Eagles Club
Every Tuesday
Every Tuesday: 80 cent wings with purchase of a beverage– Open to public 5:00- 7:30. The Eagles Club is located at 8149 Water Street, Garrettsville.
American Legion Fish Dinners
Fridays
American Legion Post 674 located at 9960 E. Center St in Windham will start fish dinners on Sept 4 from 4-7 pm. Dine in, carry out. Open to the public. Call 330-326-3188 for info.
Turkey Dinner Drive-Thru
Oct 3
Turkey Dinner Drive-Thru at Huntsburg Congregational Church, 12435 Madison Rd. on Oct. 3, pick up between 4:30 to 6:30. $10 adult portion dinner. Pre-orders only. MUST reserve by calling or texting 234-600-9582 with name, phone, number of dinners before Sept. 25. 50/50 raffle tickets 6 for $5.
Autumn Bird Walk
Oct 3
On Saturday, October 3, from 9-11 AM at the Burton Wetlands Nature Preserve hike these beautiful trails in search of migrating songbirds heading south for the winter! Registration required. Visit www.geaugaparkdistrict.org or call 440-286-9516.
Annual Clam Bake
Oct 3
Garrettsville Eagles Club is holding their Annual Clam Bake on Oct 3. Appetizers starting at 5:00; Dinner will be served at 6:00. Tickets are $35 each, extra dozen clams add $12. Contact an Eagles Club member for tickets. The Eagles Club is located at 8149 Water Street, Garrettsville.
Rooted in Trees! An Outdoor Celebration
Oct 6
One of the most effective, powerful ways we can greatly improve our communities is by the simple act of planting trees. Join Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District, Geauga Park District, and the newly founded, Chardon-based, Rooted in Trees organization for a free, family-friendly tree planting event. Participants will learn how to properly plant a tree with local resource professionals, see hands-on demonstrations including staking, proper mulching, and deer guard installation, and take home a free tree seedling donated by Bartlett Tree Experts. Together we can leave a legacy and help regrow Northeast Ohio’s tree canopy, starting in our own backyard. Program will be held on Tuesday, October 6, 10 AM-Noon at Orchard Hills Park. Registration is required by Monday, October 5, at geaugarootedintrees.eventbrite.com. Dress for the outdoors and please bring a mask and practice social distancing. Rain date is Wednesday October 7.
Mars Approaches (Virtual Webex Program)
Oct 9
Friday, October 9, 7-7:45 PM
Mars and Earth won’t be this close again until 2035! Learn about Mars and the latest missions to explore it, and share some Mars-viewing tips. This program is online via the free software Webex. All you need to do to attend is register and we will send you the link to join in. Registration required. Wheelchair/stroller accessible. Visit www.geaugaparkdistrict.org or call 440-286-9516.
Jr. Cavs Signups
through Oct 11
This league is for ages 3-15 and all skill levels. Each player will receive a NEW Jr. Cavs jersey and a ticket to a future Cavs game. We will be following all local and state guidelines for a safe return to play and hope to see you and the family soon! Sign up at clevelandymca.org or check out the YMCA Facebook page. Questions? Please email John Crawford at jcrawford@clevelandymca.org for more questions or call the Garrettsville branch at 330-469-2044 for more information.
Autumn Kayak Float
Oct 11
On Sunday, October 11, from Noon-2 pm join us at Burton Wetlands Nature Preserve. Paddle the peaceful waters of this ancient glacial lake to enjoy the autumn color as well as the wildlife that call Lake Kelso home. Kayaking ability/experience expected. Registration begins October 4. Registration required. Visit www.geaugaparkdistrict.org or call 440-286-9516.
PCDL Closed Columbus Day
Oct 12
Portage County District Library (PCDL) will be closed on Monday, October 12, in observance of Columbus Day. Library service hours resume Tuesday, October 13. Although physical locations are closed, the Digital Library is always open- 24/7. Visit www.portagelibrary.org to access all the best in digital TV shows, movies, music, audiobooks, eBooks, comics, graphic novels, and magazines using your PCDL card.
Red Cross Blood Drive at Garrettsville YMCA
Oct 13
The Red Cross will be having a blood drive at the Garrettsville YMCA on Oct 13 from 10 am to 4 pm. To schedule an appointment call 1-800-RED_CROSS. The YMCA is located at 8233 Park Avenue Covid antibody tests will be done for those donating.
Freedom Schoolhouse Open House
Oct 17
The Freedom Historical Society would like to invite you to an open house tour of our Freedom One Room Schoolhouse. The open house will be Saturday, October 17th from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The schoolhouse is located at 7276 S.R. 303. We will be following the Ohio Department of Health COVID-19 guidelines for social distancing during the open house. Masks will be required for those touring the schoolhouse.
Burton Public Library Events
For more information or to register for these events go to burtonlibrary.org or call (440) 834-4466
Children:
Burton Public Library Virtual Art Show – We are excited to announce our Burton Public Library Virtual Art Show which will include a people’s choice award and prizes in both child & adult categories! Submissions will be accepted through Oct. 10. The show, as well as voting for people’s choice awards, will take place virtually Oct.16 – 30. We’d love for you to submit your art! If you are interested, please follow these guidelines for submitting at burtonlibrary.org
Fall Virtual Storytimes – Every Mon. & Wed. beginning Oct. 5, 10:30 a.m. Join Mr. Jesse & Ms. Christina via Facebook live for books, rhymes, songs, puppets, and a bunch of fun!
Take and Create Kits for at-home learning – Oct. 2020-April 2021 Each kit will provide an educational activity, all materials & instructions included. Mr. Jesse & Ms. Christina will also create a fun, step-by-step video for each kit, which will premiere on our YouTube channel each month. Stop by the library to pick up your kit, or use our convenient curbside service. For more information on themes and kits, see our website. Registration required.
Adults:
Banjo Basics with Mr. Jesse via Zoom – 2-part class: Wed., Oct. 14 & 21 at 6:30 p.m. Do you have a banjo but would appreciate some tips on how to get started with different techniques? Mr. Jesse has been a banjo player for seven years and would be happy to share his knowledge with you. He will highlight the claw-hammer technique, basic finger-picking and how he learned this versatile instrument. No banjo required. Registration required.
Burton Public Library Virtual Art Show – We are excited to announce our Burton Public Library Virtual Art Show which will include a people’s choice award and prizes in both child & adult categories! Submissions will be accepted through Oct. 10. The show, as well as voting for people’s choice awards, will take place virtually Oct. 16 – 30. We’d love for you to submit your art! If you are interested, please follow these guidelines for submitting at burtonlibrary.org
