Grief Group Meetings
1st & 3rd Sundays
Grief Group Meetings are held the 1st & 3rd Sundays at 12:30pm at Garrettsville United Methodist Church, 8223 Park Avenue, Garrettsville. Everyone is welcome to attend. 330-527-2055 or 216-401-8542 for more info
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.
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 Jane Pilgrim 918-406-8315
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 ! The free meal will be back in September, so come join us at the church at 8146 High street on the 1st Tuesday of September. See you then. 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.
Parkinson Support Group
3rd Tuesday of Month
University Hospital, Ravenna from 2-4 pm
Medical speakers and support for patients and caregivers focused on improving symptoms and maintaining an active and positive lifestyle.
For info contact the Community Outreach Dept. at (330) 297-2576 or Cherry at (330) 697-7586.
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
Join us at the Parkman Community Center at 11:30 am. Open to all area seniors. For info call (440) 632-5461 or (330)326-3083 for monthly schedule of pot lucks, trips, and speakers.
BINGO at Ravenna VFW
1st & 3rd Thursdays
Bingo at Ravenna VFW. 6000 New Milford Road . Ravenna The first and third Thursday of each month. Doors open at 5:30. Bingo start at 6:30. $15.00 for a packet. Cash only !
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.
Mantua Farmers Market
Through – Sept 23
The Mantua Farmers Market will be held at Christ Lutheran Church, 10827 North Main Street, Mantua, having begun July 15. The hours are 9 am to 1 pm. The Market runs through September 23. There will be a variety of vendors. Anyone interested in becoming a vendor please call Diane Lottig 330-274-2868. Vendor fees are $5 a market. Stop in and enjoy.
Historical Society Potluck Picnic
Aug 21
James A. Garfield Historical Society is holding their annual potluck picnic at the Garrettsville Village Park Pavilion, on August 21at at 6:00 p.m. Bring a dish to pass and your own tables setting. Hope to see you there!
Stuff A Truck
Aug 24
American Legion of Mantua will collect school supplies at the Crestwood Primary and Intermediate schools on August 24 from 4 to 6 at the open house. We sincerely appreciate all you can do to support our students.
God Provides A Meal
Aug 25
Windham United Methodist church will be having their August God Provides Meal. It will be on August 25th. This is a free meal. The menu will be ham & cheese sandwiches, cole slaw, chips and jello. Pick up only is from 4 pm to 5 pm at Windham UMC, 9051 N. Main Street, Windham, Ohio 44288. Meal must be reserved ahead of time. TO reserve your meal, call 330-697-3288.
Treasure In The Trunk Flea Market
Sep 2
St. Joseph Church in Mantua is hosting a Treasure in the Trunk Flea Market on Saturday, September 2, 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. in St. Joe’s parking lot. The lot will be transformed into a lively outdoor market for vendors and buyers to buy or sell anything from handcrafted items to garage sale items and more! Shoppers may stroll around and shop while enjoying a bite to eat from our concessions. Don’t forget the 50/50 raffle! Reserve your spot to sell your items from your vehicle – $25 per reserved spot (2 parking spaces = 1 spot) by August 25th or $35 per spot on the day of the event. Shopper’s Entry Donation is $1 per car or canned good (to benefit 4C’s Food Cupboard). Forms to participate are available online at: forms.
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Chicken BBQ
Sept 9
Hilltop Christian Church Chicken BBQ on Sept 9 from 12-6. Pre-ordering is encouraged. Hilltopchristianchurch.org or call/text 330-802-0805
