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!
Lunch At The American Legion
Wednesdays
Now serving lunches to the public on Wednesdays only from 11AM – 2 PM at the Windham American Legion, 9960 E. Center St. Dine-in and Carryout. Check out the American Legion Auxiliary 674 Facebook page for more information or call 330-326-3188.
Loaves and Fishes Community Meal
Last Thursday of Month
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 at Mantua Center Christian Church. 4118 S.R.82.
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.
Indoor Rummage Sale
Through Dec
Come fill a shopping cart even with the top from our two overflow rooms. Every Mon & Fri 10 am – 4 pm and Tues & Thurs 12 – 4pm. Ren. Family Center, 9005 Wilverne Drive, Windham
COVID-19 Vaccine Appointements Available
Call Today
Appointments available for Moderna COVID-19 vaccine at Garrettsville Family Pharmacy (8295 Windham St, Garrettsville, OH 44231). J & J is currently out of stock. You can get more information and/or schedule an appointment by calling 330-527-4349. There is NO CHARGE to the customer.
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.
Americana Jam Session
Sept 10
Come on out, bring your acoustic instrument to the Americana Jam Session at Mantua Center Christian Church, 4118 Ohio 82 at Mantua Center Road, Friday September 10 from 6-8 PM. We get together and play, sing, jam, and listen. Don’t know how to play? We’ll work with you to get you going. Need more info? Call Skip 330-562-9801
Friday Fish Fry
Starting Sept 10
Starting September 10, 2021 through April 2022 FRIDAY FISH FRY at the Windham American Legion, 9960 E. Center St from 4 PM – 7 PM $12.00 Dine-in and carryout available. More information on the American Legion Auxiliary 674 Facebook page.
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.
Family Fun Hour
Sept 12
You are invited to another Family Fun Hour at the Garrettsville United Methodist Church on Sunday, September 12 @4:00 pm. Explore with us the theme ‘Creation’ through crafts, games, snacks, and fellowship. We will close our hour together with a short, easy-going, fun, family -friendly time to worship creation’s Creator! Tell friends. Let’s create some fun together! If you have questions, call the church office @330 527-2055, leave a message if there is no answer; we’ll call you back!
Book Review & Discussion
Sept 13
SUPER JOY: NEW BOOK to be determined, come in & vote for favorites! 10:00AM Monday, SEPTEMBER 13, MONTHLY Book Review & Discussion at the Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Avenue. Stop in office for directions. One Monday a month we meet to share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions. Presented by Dr J Patella in cooperation with Garrettsville YMCA. Community members welcome: No fee. Membership & book are not required. Questions: YMCA (330)469-2044.
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.
Meet The Artist
Sept 16
Meet Artist & Author Robert Kroeger as he demonstrates his Impasto Palette knife painting technique on a cradled panel, does a Barn Talk / Story Hour you won’t want to miss, and will autograph his Hot off the Press book called “Historic Barns of Ohio” (The History Press / Acadia Publishing) Thursday September 16, 2021 at Restoration 44 Coffee Co. 10675 Main St. Mantua, OH from 10: 00 AM – 4: 00 PM. $5.00 / person at door, Shop Vendor tables, Silent Auction and more. (330)506-0939
Drive Thru Spaghetti Dinner
Sept 17
Friday, Sept. 17th 4:30-7pm the Kiwanis of the Western Reserve’s is back with their Famous Drive Thru Spaghetti Dinner in the Hiram Christian Church parking lot – enter thru 82 or 700 driveways. Same great spaghetti with choice of meat or marinara sauce, salad, garlic bread, Sorry, no beverages. TAKE OUT ONLY. $ 8.00 Adults, kids 8 and under Half-Price (4 bucks). Proceeds benefit Western Reserve Kiwanis Projects.
Roast Beef Dinner
Sept 17
Roast beef dinner with mashed potatoes & gravy, salad, fruit, roll and dessert Friday, September 17th 5-7 p.m. at Parkman Congregational Church, 18265 Madison Road (Parkman twp.) 44062. $12.00 – Proceeds benefit missions
Drive-thru / carry-out only
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!!.
Chinese Auction
Sept 18
New Mercies Community’ Church 12767 Butternut Rd Burton is having a Chinese auction Sat Sept 18th. Doors open at 2, auction starts at 4 lots of nice items including a $115 donation from Little Tykes for more info please contact Susan 330 274 7093
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 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.
Freedom Fall Festival
Sept 25
The Freedom Fall Festival Craft and Vendor Show will take place on Saturday, September 25, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Freedom Town Hall Pavilion at the intersections of St. Rt. 88/700/303. We still have vendor and entertainment/demonstrations spaces available. We will have our Cow Chip Bingo back this year. You can win up to $1,000.00!!! Pre-sale tickets of both Cow Chip Bingo and 50/50 are available now. Winners do not need to be present. (This event is sponsored by the Freedom Community Park Boosters and the Freedom Township Historical Society). Please contact Jennifer Derthick at 330-931-8227 or freedomparkboosters@gmail.com for more information, vendor/entertainment/demonstration spaces or ticket sales!!
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.
Windham Fall Fest
Sept 25
Windham Fall Fest 2021 is going to be located in the Windham Village Park (N. Main St) on September 25, 2021 starting at 1:00 pm. There will be a chili cookoff starting at 3pm, Cornhole Tournament at 4pm, Texas hold’em at 5pm and Fireworks at dusk. Beer Tent, Vendors, DJ, Food trucks and vendors, Chinese Auction, Hayrides, 50/50, Games for the children and much more. Bring the family out for a day of fun activities. For more information visit www.windhamvillage.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 Sunday, 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.
Reverse Raffle
Oct 23
American Legion Auxiliary Post 674 Reverse Raffle. Over $1000.00 in cash Payouts!! $25.00 per person which includes your Ticket number, Dinner, Dessert,and 2 Drink Tickets. This event will be located at the Windham Community Center on Saturday October 23, 2021 with doors opening at 6pm. All proceeds will go towards the American Legion Post 674. For more information please contact The Legion at 330-326-3188, any Ladies Auxiliary Member and The American Legion Auxiliary 674 Facebook page.
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
