Overeaters Anonymous Meetings
Mondays
Overeaters Anonymous (a community of people who support each other in order to recover from compulsive eating and food behaviors) meets in person every Monday, except legal holidays, at 10:00AM in the parlor of the First Presbyterian Church of Warren, 256 Mahoning Av NW, Warren, OH 44483. Please enter through the “Fellowship Hall” entrance on driveway. We look forward to meeting you!
Farmington Senior Center Breakfasts
Mondays
The Senior Center is open for breakfast Mondays from 7a-Noon. A full menu is offered from scrambled eggs to Belgian waffles. Lunches are served T-TH from 11a-1p only $5-plate includes homemade soup or salad, entrée, dessert and beverage. Menu for the week is posted on Facebook, or just call 330-889-2733.
Interested in Knitting?
1st & 3rd Mondays
Knitting, crochet and quilting — all are welcome at Hilltop Church, Room 4, on first & third Mondays of each month – 1:30 pm. For information call Roxanne 330-569-7613 or Jane Pilgrim 918-406-8315
How Philosophy Can Save Your Life
1st & 3rd Mondays
Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion the 1st & 3rd Mondays, 10am each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: How Philosophy Can Save Your Life – 10 ideas that matter most. Author Marietta McCarty reveals how heartbeats of philosophy, clear thinking, quiet reflection & good conversation are essential ingredients in a well-lived life. Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave (330)469-2044. NO book or fees required.
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!
Free Meal
1st Tuesday of Month
Free meal ! A free meal is served on the 1st Tuesday of the month at Covenant Bible Fellowship,8146 High street in Garrettsville. Come join us from 5:30-7pm, for food, fun and fellowship.
BINGO! At St. Ambrose
1st & 3rd Tuesday
Come to St. Ambrose for Bingo, the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. Doors open at 5:45pm and Early Bird starts at 6:45. Players must be 18 or over. Reasonably priced concessions. St. Ambrose is located at 10692 Freedom St., Garrettsville. Check out our Facebook page for additional information.
Young At Heart Meetings
3rd Tues of Month
Young at Heart organization for 55 and older, meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Immaculate Conception Parish Hall. We gather for meals, meeting and fellowship. All denominations are welcome. To attend or for more information call Sandra at 330-322-0231.
Lunch Bunch
Wednesdays & Thursdays
Hiram Christian Church Lunch Bunch meets on Wednesdays and Thursdays, 11-1, for area seniors 60 years or older for a hot meal. Sponsored by Family & Community Services. $2 suggested donation. Questions, call Sandy at 330-569-7101.
Al Anon Meetings
Tues & Weds
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
Free Community Meal
3rd Weds of Month
Christ Lutheran Church 10827 Main St, Mantua will be offering their Free Community Meal on on the third Wednesday of the month from 5-6:30 pm. Please come and enjoy a wonderful meal and a chance to visit with friends. For more info call the church at 330 274 2849.
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. All non-Geauga residents are welcome.
Mantua History
Thursdays
Are you interested in learning more about our local history? Do you want to help preserve it? If so, then attend one of our weekly Thursday “work sessions”, 10am to 12noon, at the Mantua Historical Society located upstairs in the Mantua Township Town Hall, 4122 State Route 82, Mantua, Ohio 44255. For more information call Kathy Hughes at 216-598-0716.
Loaves and Fishes Community Meal
Last Thursday of Month
A free meal is open to all residents in Mantua, Garrettsville, Hiram, and surrounding areas. Anyone who needs to stretch their food dollars, or enjoys a homemade meal, is cordially invited to come eat and enjoy some fellowship. The meal is from 5 – 6:30pm, the Last Thursday of each month January through October at Mantua Center Christian Church, 4118 State Route 82 in Mantua Township.
Hiram Community Band Is Rebuilding!
Join Today!
Hiram Community Band is rebuilding! Anyone who can play a band instrument and read music is welcome, though we’re in particular need of lower instruments. Rehearsals are Monday June 5, Wednesday, June 14, and Thursday June 29, from 7-9 PM, in Frohring Hall on the Hiram College campus, with our concert at “4 on the 4th” of July. If interested, email jeff@jeffreyquick.com
SHS Yard Sale
June 8-10
f you haven’t had enough yard sales yet, you have one more chance to browse a big one at the Shalersville Historical Society, 9154 St Rt 44, this Thursday, Friday, & Saturday June 8 – 10 from 9 – 5 PM daily. Books, art objects, kitchenwares, household stuff & lots of marvelous miscellaneous merchandise will be available for your viewing and purchasing pleasure. Please attend & help support the Shalersville Historical Society as it preserves Shalersville’s past.
MaRSI’s 2nd Friday Dinner
June 9
The Mantua Restoration Society (MaRSI) will be holding their 2nd Friday Dinner, from 4 – 7pm, on Friday, June 9. These fundraisers are held at the Mantua Center School Annex located at 11741 Mantua Center Road, Mantua Township. Come enjoy some tasty food and conversation.
SHS Program
June 13
Mark your calendars for Tuesday, June 13 at 7 PM for Susan Cannavino’s power point presentation on the Adventures of President Dwight Eisenhower: his life is one of duty, sacrifice, ambition and yes, passion. We will begin with Ike’s childhood. As a bonus you will enjoy some hilarious stories of Mamie in The White House. This special event, sponsored by the Freedom, Mantua, & Shalersville Historical Societies, will begin at 7 PM at the Shalersville Town Hall which is completely handicap accessible. The program is free and open to the public. All veterans are encouraged to attend to learn about General Eisenhower.
Garage Sale
June 15, 16 & 17
Middlefield Historical Society will hold its annual garage sale from 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. on Thursday and Friday and from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. Many treasures at low prices, discounted after noon on Saturday. Sale held at Century Inn Underloft, 14979 South State Ave. (Rt. 608), Middlefield Village. Call 440-241-2192 for more information.
Family Health & Safety Day
June 17
UH Portage will be hosting our Family Health & Safety Day Event on 6/17/23. This event is a family-friendly FREE community event to celebrate wellness with health screenings, educational activities and demonstrations. Pre registration is recommended at 330-577-9993.
Mental Health First Aid Training
June 24
On Saturday, June 24, 2023, from 9am-4pm, Celebration Lutheran Church in Chardon will host a Mental Health First Aid (MHFA) training, led by Mental Health First Aid Ohio. MHFA teaches how to identify, understand, and respond to signs of mental illness and substance use disorders. This training gives participants the skills they need to reach out and provide initial support to someone who may be developing a mental health or substance use problem, and help connect them to the appropriate care. This training is FREE, but registration is required; please use this link, https://form.jotform.com/MHFACollaborative /62423-celebration-lutheran, to register. Lunch and refreshments will be provided by Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Rd., Chardon, OH 44024.
Car & Craft Show
July 8
Christmas in July Car Show/Craft/Vendor Show on Saturday, July 8, 2023 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Freedom Town Hall/Pavilion located at 8966 St. Rt. 700, Ravenna. There will be a variety of crafters/vendors and cars for everyone. Vendors will be accepted until July 7, 2023. Cars will be accepted as pre-registered or on the day of the event ($5.00 per car). There will be a 50/50 raffle, raffle baskets and food. Something for everyone so bring the whole family. Any questions please contact Jennifer Derthick at 330-931-8227 or freedomparkboosters@gmail.com. Check out our Facebook page at Freedom Community Park Boosters.
Shalersville Alumni Ice Cream Social
July 16
Shalersville Alumni will hold an ice cream social on Sunday, July 16 at 2 PM at the Town Hall. This event will also include a meeting plus lots of opportunity for socializing and “catching up”.
