Second Blessings Thrift Shop
Our furniture room is now stocked full of new donations of used furniture, lamps and occasionally antiques. From our two overflow rooms shoppers can fill one of our shopping carts for only $20.00. In the Second Blessings Thrift Shoppe we have many new household items and many items in like new condition, all reasonably priced. Shopping hours are Monday, Tuesday, Friday 10am-4pm and Thursday 12pm-4pm. We accept cash and checks. Stop in and shop! 9005 Wilverne Avenue in Windham. 330-326-3003.
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
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.
Miracles Happen
1st & 3rd Mondays
Join us the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month at10am, for Book Review & Discussion: Examine the physical, emotional, & spiritual healing that is possible when you freely accept & embrace the reality of reincarnation. Miracles Happen: Authors – Brian L Weiss,MD, Amy E Weiss, LCSW. We share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions. Presented by Dr J Patella in cooperation with Garrettsville YMCA. Book, Membership, & Fee not required. Questions: call (330)469-2044.Updates in The Weekly Villager.
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!
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
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. Come join the fun!!
Thundering Thursdays
Thursdays
A weekly activity outreach ministry for ages 4-18 will be held on Thursdays from 5:52pm – 7:40pm.Watch a video, play games, a Bible devotional, and a snack. Faith Church 10585 Windham Parkman Rd. Garrettsville. For more info call 330-527-4068 or Pastor Mike at 330-442-0342
Loaves and Fishes Community Meal
Last Thursday of Month
Free meal 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. This runs January through October.
Middlefeld Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Outing
Register Today
Register your team $340 or indivudually $85 now for the Annual Middlefield Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing at Rolling Green Golf Club, Friday, August 26th. We are in need of sponsors and teams. Contact Lynnette at mccinfo@middlefieldcc.com or 440-632-5705.
Middlefield Community Garage Sale
July 8 & 9
Middlefield Community Yard & Trunk Sale Friday July 8 from 9am to 2pm and Saturday July 9, 2022from 9am to 4 pm. Watch for signs all around the area, Trunk Sale in the Harrington Square Parking Lot both dates. Stop in our stores and restaurants for any sales and specials, and food trucks at Harrington Square. Want a yard sale or a trunk sale space? Cost is $10 to help cover advertising. Look at middlefieldcc.com or call 440-632-5705 for more information.
Middlefield Historical Society Garage Sale
July 8 & 9
Middlefield Historical Society will hold its annual garage sale (in conjunction with Middlefield Chamber of Commerce’s community-wide sale) from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Friday and from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. Find furniture, antiques, hoilday/home décor, books, housewares and many more treasures. Prices reduced at noon on Saturday. Sale held at Century Inn Underloft, 14979 South State Ave. (Rt. 608), Middlefield Village. Call 440-241-2192 for more information.
Mantua Farmers Market
July 9
The Mantua Farmers will return on Saturday, July 9, 9 am to 1 pm, and will run each Saturday until September 24. Christ Lutheran Church sponsors the Market at 10827 N Main St., Mantua. Vendors will be in the church’s upper parking lot due to work on their lower lot. In addition to traditional market products, vendors are welcome to sell other items such as crafts and garage sale treasures. Cost is $5.00 per date. Fees will be used for church building projects. For info call Diane at 330-274-2868.
Christmas In July Craft / Vendor & Car Show
July 9
Christmas in July Craft/Vendor and Car Show, Saturday, July 9, 2022 from 10:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Freedom TownHall at 8966 St. Rt. 700 Ravenna, sponsored by the Freedom Community Park Boosters. Come join us for the day of vendors, cars and food. We are still seeking craft/vendors along with car show participants. If you are interested in either please call Jennifer Derthick at 330-931-8227 or email at freedomparkboosters@gmail.com.
Friendly Squares July Square Dance
July 9
The Friendly Squares will host their monthly square dance, Saturday, July 9th, from 7:30 to 10:00 p.m. at the Niles SCOPE Center, 14 E. State St., Niles, Ohio. Gene Hammond will be the caller and Frankie Hammond will be cuing line dances. This will be a Plus dance. Dress is casual and Hot Dogs will be served. There is a $6.00 donation per person at the door. For additional information call Gene Hammond at 330-506-3370.
Gospel Sing
July 10
Kevin Spencer will be in concert July 10th at 6pm. General Assembly C.O.G. 2021 E. River Rd., Newton Falls, OH. Everyone welcome! A freewill offering will be received. For more info call: Pastor Mitch 330-898-9438 or 330-872-0230
Christmas In July VBS
July 10-15
First Baptist Church, 2640 S. Canal Street, Newton Falls will be having Vacation Bible School July 10-15 nightly from 6:00-8:30 PM. The school is free and open to children 4 years of age through Grade 6. This year’s theme is “Christmas in July” and will focus upon learning about the “real” meaning of Christmas. Individuals can register online at: www. fbcnewtonfalls.com
Summer Wars
Monday Evenings
July 11 – Aug 15
Give your kids something fun to do this summer and send them to SUMMER WARS! Starting Monday, July 11th to Monday, August 15th from 6pm to 8pm, Life Church AG invites kids who are entering 7th grade through 12th grade to participate in an evening of fun, fellowship, friendly competition and faith. Every Monday kids will invite friends, join teams, compete in various games and challenges as well as praise & worship and learn the word of God. Hot dogs, snacks and beverages will be provided and all are welcome! Register online at: http://mylifechurchag.org/summer-wars
Mail Pouch Barn Program
July 12
The Freedom Township Historical Society will host a Mail Pouch barns program on 7 pm Tuesday, July 12, at the Freedom Township Picnic Pavilion located at 8966 S.R. 700 (right across from the town hall). Barn historian Judy Thornton will be sharing her vast knowledge of the history of these iconic structures, which dotted the American landscape in the mid-20th century.. Everyone is welcome to this free event.
Kent Civil War Society Meeting
July 12
The Kent Civil War Society will meet at 7:30 PM Tuesday, July 12, at the Roy H. Smith Shelterhouse in Fred Fuller Park, 497 Middlebury Road in Kent. OH. Dr. Bradley Keefer, professor of history at Kent State-Ashtabula will be speaking on The Battle for Knoxville. Free and open to the public. Follow us on Facebook or at www.kentcivilwar.org
Baptist Cemetery Assoc. Meeting
July 13
The Garrettsville Baptist Cemetery Association witll meet on July 13 at 6:30 pm at the J.A. Garfield Historical Society on Main Street.
Food Truck Party VBS
July 18 – 22
“Food Truck Party” Vacation Bible School will be held at Wayland Community Church, 6355 Wayland Road, (Paris Twp.) from 6:00 p.m. to 8:30 p.m., July 18 – 22. Food Truck Party VBS invites children to pray as Jesus teaches us in Matthew 6:11 “Give us this day our daily bread”. All children age 3 through those who have finished grade 6 are welcome. There is no charge to attend. Everyone is invited to the closing program Friday, July 22 at 6:00 p.m., followed by the “end of VBS” picnic. For more information call Anna at 330-654-2006 or Debbie at 330-358-2638.
Yoder Brother Memorial Scholarship Reverse Raffle
July 22
3rd Annual Yoder Brother Memorial Scholarship Reverse Raffle will be held on Friday July 22 at EOUV, 8636 Pekin Road, Novelty Ohio. Doors open at 6 pm $80 Ticket for Dinner/Bar/Chance to win $5,000
Huntsburg Grange Bandstand
July 23
Huntsburg Grange bandstand concert featuring Jim Hein country music on July 23 from 6 to 8 pm. Food, 50/50 raffle, cake walk, church bake sale. Sponsored by Ohman Family Living at Blossom. Bring a lawn chair and enjoy the concert. In case of rain, held in town hall Opera House. Call 440-636-3052 with questions.
The Meaning and Value of Phenology
July 30
You are invited to a presentation on Phenology and the history of the OSU
Phenology Garden Program on Saturday, July 30, 9:30-1:00 p.m. Deepen your understanding of this important horticultural tool and tour one of the gardens responsible for the collection of data. Also enjoy an escorted tour of the Geauga MGVs other lovely gardens on the grounds of the Patterson Center in Burton. Visit the Geauga Co. MGVs on FB for more information. Patterson Building, 14269 Claridon Troy Rd., Burton, OH 44021. Registration is appreciated, there is no cost for this program. Contact Wendy Ward at 440-834-4656 or ward.714@osu.edu
Kids Kamp at Life Church
Aug 3-5
Hey Kids! Are you looking for something fun to do this summer? If you are going into grades K-6, come over to Life Church, Aug 3-5 from 10am to 12noon for Kids Kamp! We will have tons of fun learning Bible stories, singing songs, playing games and earning prizes! Sign up today and don’t forget to bring a friend! (A snack will be provided) Register online at: http://mylifechurchag.org/kids-kamp
Friends of the Library Book Sale
Aug 10, 12 – 13
The Friends of the Garrettsville Library will be holding a book sale in the library meeting room and main floor on the following dates: Weds, Aug 10 from 10:30 am – 12 pm for members of the Friends, and 12-5 pm open to the public; Fri, Aug 12 from 10:30-5; Sat, Aug 13 from 9:30 am – 2 pm. Dollar Deals will be offered from 12-2 pm on Saturday – Fill a bag for $1, bring your own bag, any size. Membership in the Friends is just $5 per year and may be purchased at the door or in advance at the library. Contact us at libfriends@hotmail.com to request information.
Free Clothing Give Away
Aug 13
Free clothing give-a-way for all genders/sizes. August 13. 9-12. Crossroads Community Church, 9018 St. Rt.44, Ravenna. Across from Buddy`s Food Mart and next door to Dollar General.
