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
Tuesdays
Every Tuesday:wings with purchase of a beverage.Open to public 5:00- 8:00. The Eagles Club is located at 8149 Water Street, Garrettsville. Public Welcome!
Christmas Boutique Tables Now Available
Call Today!
The Sisterhood of St. Joseph’s will hold the annual Christmas Boutique on Sunday, November 7, 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. in Hughes Hall. Tables are still available for crafters—$30.00 for an 8 ft. table (2nd table is $25.00). To reserve a table and/or for more info., please contact Nikki Fathauer (937-726-6470
or nmpoppe1@gmail.com). Reservations accepted on a first come basis.
Earn Your GED/HSE
Call Today!!
Maplewood Career Center’s Aspire Program offers free classes and materials for GED/HSE preparation for anyone that is 16 years of age or older. We have sites throughout Portage County with classes all year round in the morning, afternoon, evening, or online. Don’t delay your education any longer. Sign up for classes today by calling (330) 235-0020.
Baseball Tryouts
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The Creekside Baseball Organization will conduct tryouts for it’s 2022 18u and 16u teams. Contact Zach 330 978-2738 for 18u and Frank 330 718-8997 for 16u.
COVID-19 Vaccine Appointements Available
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Appointments available for the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine at Garrettsville Family Pharmacy (8295 Windham St, Garrettsville, OH 44231). You can get more information and/or schedule an appointment by calling 330-527-4349. There is NO CHARGE to the customer.
Loaves and Fishes Community Meal
Beginning Aug 26
Free meal is open to all residents in Mantua,Hiram,Garrettsville and surrounding areas. Anyone who needs to stretch their food dollars or even if you just love a homemade meal. You are cordially invited to come eat and enjoy some fellowship. This meal is from 5-6:30 pm, the LAST Thursday of each month, normally January – October at Mantua Center Christian Church. 4118 S.R.82. WE are starting up again this August 26, 2021.
Puzzle Swap at the Garrettsville Library
Aug 28
What do you do with a puzzle that you’ve already put together once? Bring it to the Garrettsville Library, 10482 South Street, and exchange it for one that is new to you. Drop in any time between 10:00 am and 2:00 pm on Saturday, August 28 and bring your gently used puzzles (with no missing pieces) and exchange them for ones that are new to you. Call 330-527-4378 for more information. This program is intended for adults.
A Night of Musical Games
Aug 31
Celebrate the 40th anniversary of MTV with a night of fun games on Aug 31 from 7:00 – 8:30 pm at the Reed Memorial Library – Haymaker/Jenkins Room. Can you believe it’s been 40 years since MTV debuted? Join us to celebrate that occasion with a night of fun and games such as music trivia, music bingo and maybe even some Name That Tune. Break out your Aqua Net and parachute pants and party like it’s 1981! The Reed Memorial Libary is located at 167 E Main St, Ravenna
Shalersville Hist Society Yard Sale
Sept 4 – 6
The BEST YARD SALE EVER IS quickly approaching. Mark your calendars for Labor Day Weekend Saturday Sept 4 – Monday Sept 6. The Shalersville Historical Society has received tons of new unique and unusual items for this yard sale including American Indian items, western art and sculpture, unique cacti made from glass, a pair of tan chaps & western riding shirts that are a small size – probably child’s 8 or 10 (that’s my guess!). This is not your normal yard sale! The sale will be held at our museum on Rt 44 near the intersection with Rt 303 from 9AM to 4PM Saturday through Monday. Please direct any questions to Judy Richardson – 330.389.0598.
Annual Chicken BBQ
Sept 11
Hilltop Christian Church, located atop the hill on West Prospect Street, in Mantua, is hosting its annual Chicken BBQ on Saturday, September 11th (Potato Festival Weekend) from Noon until 6PM. For over 40 years we have been serving our renown BBQ half chicken, cooked over local hardwoods in our very own BBQ pit. Homemade potato salad, green beans, rolls and fresh baked homemade pies. DINE IN OR CARRY OUT. Adults 12.00, Children (5-9) 5.00 You may order online at HilltopChristianChurch.org or call 330.802.0805 and leave your name, and phone order. Pre ordering is encouraged. We look forward to seeing you.
Master Gardener Class
Starting Sept 11
Are you interested in becoming a Portage County Master Gardener? The Portage County Extension Office will be putting on a new Master Gardener Class this fall. This year our class will take place on Saturdays starting Sept 11. If you are interested in taking the class, please email arnold.1143@osu.edu or call 330-296-6432.
Program on Freedom’s Railroad History
Sept 14
Freedom Township Historical Society will host a program on the railroad history of Freedom Township at 7 p.m. Tuesday, Sept 14, at the picnic pavilion across from the Freedom Town Hall, 8966 S.R. 700. Train historian Phillip McCoy will present a PowerPoint that features stories and photos of how the railway changed Freedom and share detailed drawings of the Freedom Station depot. Attendees are invited to bring their train memorabilia to share. This is an outdoors event and is free and open to the public.
Square Dance Lessons
Starting Sept 14
A new year of weekly square dance lessons will begin Sept 14 from 7 to 9 p.m. Each lesson builds upon the previous session and will include learning new steps along with plenty of review and practice each week to help attendees master the moves. The Tuesday evening sessions will run weekly through April 12, 2022 at the Niles SCOPE Center. There is a nominal fee of $6 per person per lesson.To sign up for lessons or for additional information about the lessons please contact Gene or Frankie Hammond at 330-506-3370.
St. Ambrose Altar & Rosary TENT Sale!
Sept 17 & 18
Come one, come all!!!! Tent Sale sponsored by Altar & Rosary Society!! Fri 9/17 from 9am to 5pm and Sat. 9/18 from 9am to 3pm. Sale is under a big tent on the church grounds near the rectory. 10682 Freedom St Garrettsville. Clothes, housewares, books, linens, craft supplies, toys…..something for everyone! Come and browse under the tent and get some bargains!!! Saturday is $2.00 bag day!! Money is used for bread, wine, altar needs and for the needs of the parish AND OUR COMMUNITY!!.
Fall Turkey Shoot
Begins Sept 19
VFW Auxiliary Post 1055 located at 6000 New Milford Road, Ravenna will be holding their Fall Turkey Shoot beginning Sept 19th and running every Sunday for ten weeks through November 21st First shot is at 9AM, start selling at 8:45 AM. $2.00 per round with every 5th round is a money round $5.00 Regular round prize is a meat package, money round is a $50 prize Call (330) 296-9546 for more info.
Get Septic Smart!
Sept 21
Preventative maintenance of your septic not only extends the life of the system, but also protects your investment, our water resources, and the public health. Join the Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District, Geauga Public Health, and Geauga West Library during national “SepticSmart” week for a free, in-person SepticSmart program on Tuesday, September 21st from 6:00 – 7:30 pm at the Geauga West Library. This program is free, but reservations are required due to limited seating. To register visit geaugalibrary.libcal.com/event/7836193 or contact Geauga SWCD at 440-834-1122 with questions. This program is part of the 2021 Clean Water Starts at Home: Stormwater, Phase 2, and You education series.
Farmers’ Market
Sept 25
Lordstown Apple Cider Festival will hold a Farmers Market during the festival on Saturday, September 25 2021 from 12-5pm. Anyone interested in a vendor spot should contact: Sue Minor at Ph. (330) 824-3777 or email: sue_minor@aol.com.
Apple Cider Festival Craft Show
Sept 25 & 26
Lordstown Apple Cider Festival will hold its annual Craft Show Saturday & Sunday, September 25, & 26, 2021. Indoor & outdoor spaces are available. Anyone interested in a space or for more info should contact: Sue Minor at Ph. (330) 824-3777 or email: sue_minor@aol.com.
Shalersville Community Potluck Dinner
Sept 26
The Shalersville Township Trustees and Shalersville Historical Society will again host the Shalersville Community Potluck dinner on Saturday, September 26 at the town hall. Chicken, drinks, and paper products will be provided. Bring your favorite dish to pass. Dinner will begin at 1 PM followed by a Chinese auction. For more information contact Ronnie Kotkowski at 330.351.3401 or Judy Richardson at 330.389.0598.
History Tour in Garrettsville
Oct 2
The James A Garfield Historical Society is sponsoring a “ Mystery of our History” Tour on Saturday, Oct. 2 between 10am and 2 pm, starting at the Historcal Society Building on Main St. The tour will include the highlights of our history, starting on Main Street at the Mott Building and advancing on Main Street to St. Ambrose Church, to Park Avenue and ending at the Baptist Cemetery on Maple Ave. The tour is being provided by the Historical Society to help raise funds for the further restoration of the Baptist Cemetery on Maple Ave.
Christmas Boutique
Nov 7
Mark your calendars for the 36th Annual Christmas Boutique to be held on Sunday, November 7, 2021! Don’t miss one of the area’s nicest craft shows, sponsored by the Sisterhood of St. Joseph. Held in Hughes Hall, the Christmas Boutique continues the 36 year tradition of a nice show of hand-crafted items, baked goods, raffles, door prizes, and breakfast and lunch items. Hours are 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Members of St. Joseph’s PSR program will run the kitchen offering snack, lunch and dessert items at this annual fundraiser. https://stjosephmantua.com/christmas-boutique
