Second Blessings Thrift Shop
Daily Specials
Friday’s only, 50% off all merchandise in our Second Blessings Thrift Shop. Includes all furniture. Every day fill a shopping cart from our two overflow rooms for $20.00. Second Blessings Thrift Shop At The Renaissance Family Center Hours: Monday 10-4, Tuesday 10-4, Thursday 12-4, Friday 10-4.
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.
Join The Huntsburg Grange
2nd Monday of Month
Looking for people interested in becoming members of the Huntsburg Grange. Meeting are the 2nd Monday of the month at 6:30 pm in Huntsburg
Town Hall. Call 440-286-4992 with any questions.
The Top 10 Things Dead People Want To Tell You
1st & 3rd Mondays
If the dead could speak, don’t you wonder what they would say to those of us they’ve left behind? Join us the 1st & 3rd Mondays of the month, 10am, for a Book Review & Discussion: The Top 10 Things Dead People Want To Tell You – Author Mike Dooley. 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 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
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.
Fish Fry
Fridays
Friday Fish Fry at the American Legion Post 674, Windham. 9960 E. Center St. 330-326-3188. Choice of Beer Battered Fish, Chicken Filets, or Battered Shrimp, Baked Potato or Fresh Cut French Fries along with two sides for $12.00. Dine in or carry out!!! Fridays from 4pm-7pm.
JA Garfield Historical Society
First Saturday of Month
The James A Garfield Historical Society will be open on the first Saturday of the month. Our winter hours are from 10 am to 12 noon for the months of December, January and February. Appointments to visit the buildings at other times may be made by calling Debbie Smith at 330-389-1859.
Shalersville Historical Society Calendars
Call Today
If you’re looking to do your holiday shopping early, Shalersville Historical Society can help! Our 2022 Century Homes calendars are available for a $15.00 donation and they make a marvelous gift. This calendar features pictures of 12 century homes in the township plus a brief description or interesting story of each. These picturesque and informative calendars will be available at our December 2 Christmas potluck and at our Open House December 5 at the museum at the intersection of 303 & 44. In the meantime, you can contact Judy Richardson 330.389.0598 or Judy Thornton 330.527.7669 and we’ll make arrangements to deliver yours. If you live out of the county, these calendars can be mailed to you.
COVID-19 Vaccine Appointements Available
Call Today
Appointments are available for Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine and Moderna COVID-19 vaccines 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.
Hiram Farm Craft Sale
Dec 1 – 4
We are Hiram Farm, which is a non-profit organization for adults with Autism. We are having a craft sale December 1st-4th 10A.M. to 3P.M. Come check out our handmade soaps, ceramics, and ornaments. We also have beef and pork available.
SHS Christmas Potluck Dinner
Dec 2
Circle Thursday, December 2 on your calendar. Shalersville Historical Society will host its annual Christmas potluck for our friends, relatives and community members. This is always a delightful evening sharing good food and fellowship with friends. PLEASE NOTE THE NEW LOCATION THIS YEAR: because of COVID the potluck will be held at the SHALERSVILLE TOWN HALL with dinner beginning at 6 PM. This new location will enable guests to social distance if they so desire. Please bring a covered dish to share. Paper products, tableware and beverages will be provided. Direct any questions to Judy Richardson 330.389.0598. We hope you’ll join us for this festive event
Breakfast With Santa
Dec 4
Parkman Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 4th from 8:30 to 10:00 a.m. at the Parkman Community House (16295 St. Rt. 422). Bring a camera and take your child’s picture with Santa Claus. You can then enjoy a delicious breakfast of scrambled eggs, sausage & pancakes. Kids eat for only $3.00 each and $5.00 each for accompanying adults. Call to make your reservation – Sandy @ (440) 548-5740 or Denise @ (440) 548-2939
Lions Club Plastic Drive
Dec 4
The Windham Lions will be hosting a plastic drive thru drop-off collection on Saturday, December 4th, at the Windham United Methodist Church parking lot from 10am-12:00noon. The drive thru will take place the first Saturday of the next 5 months. We will be collecting ONLY soft plastics…grocery bags, bread bags, bubble wrap, dry cleaning bags, newspaper bags, ice bags, plastics shipping envelopes, produce bags, salt bags, cases of water/paper towels/toilet paper overwrap, zip lock and other re-closable food storage bags. All plastic must be clean, dry and free of food residue. Any questions or to make other arrangements for pick up: Please contact Lion Mary at 330-245-6889. For every 500/lbs collected, The Lions will receive a TREX composite outdoor bench to be placed in a public space in Windham.
Pizza With Santa
Dec 4
Kiwanis of the Western Reserve invites you & your family to Pizza with Santa, Dec. 4th,10:30am-12:30pm in the Hiram Christian Church Fellowship Hall, 6868 Wakefield Rd, Hiram. $3 per
person. Naughty & nice kids 3 & under FREE. There will be a Secret Santa Shop & elf crafts & SANTA! Kids! Bring your list for Santa! Grown-ups! Bring your camera to take pictures with Santa! *Face masks required *
OWM Craft Bazaar
Dec 4
The annual OWM Craft Bazaar, sponsored by the Ohio Women’s Ministry of Mantua Center Christian Church, will be held Saturday, December 4, 2021, 10am to 4pm at the Mantua Center School, 11741 Mantua Center Rd, Mantua. A variety of crafters, a 50/50 raffle, baked goods, music, and food will be available. Free Admission & Free Parking! For information call Carolin 330-606-7125.
Free Fairy Light Jar Craft
Dec 6 – 17
Windham Library invites patrons to visit and “Take & Make” a Fairy Light Jar from December 6 through December 17, available during library service hours. Supplies for this craft will be available at the circulation desk (while supplies last) with a one per child limit. Call 330-326-3145 for more information. The Windham Library, a Portage County District Library branch, is located at 9005 Wilverne Drive in Windham.
Ravenna Christmas Walk
Dec 11
The Portage County Historical Society located at 6549 North Chestnut Street, Ravenna, is hosting a Christmas Walk on Dec 11 from 4-7 pm. Donation $10/person or $20 family. There will be lights, tours, music, refreshments, door prizes, raffle and history. Presale tickets available at Susie K’s Cafe adn Main Street Winery.
Cookies with Santa
Dec 11
Cookies with Santa will be held on Saturday, December 11, 2021 from 1:00 p.m. to 4:00 p.m. at the Freedom Townhall, 8966 St. Rt. 700 (intersections of St. Rt. 88/700/303). Come join us for cookies with Freedom’s very own Santa. Enjoy some hot chocolate, cider and cookies while mingling with Santa. A craft and goodie bag (limited quantity) available for the kids. Get your picture taken as well. Bring a canned good or non-perishable item for the Garrettsville Nelson Food Cupboard. This is a free event and open to everyone of all ages. This event is hosted by the Freedom Community Park Boosters. Contact Jennifer Derthick at 330-931-8227 if you have any questions.
Friendly Squares Christmas Dinner Dance
Dec 11
The Friendly Squares will host their Christmas Dance, Saturday, December 11th at the Niles SCOPE Center, 14 E. State St., Niles, Ohio. Square dancing will begin at 7:30 and continue until 10:00 p.m. Gene Hammond and Neil Harner will be the callers and Frankie Hammond will be cuing the line dances. This will be a High/Low dance with alternating tips for new dancers currently taking lessons and tips for more experienced dancers. Dress is casual. There is a $6.00 donation per person at the door. For additional information call Gene Hammond at 330-506-3370.
Caroling in Garrettsville
Dec 12
The First Congregational Church of Freedom, 8961 St Rt 88, Windham, OH 44288 in Freedom Twp will be going caroling in Garrettsville in front of the hardware on Sunday afternoon Dec. 12th
Candlelight Service
Dec 24
The First Congregational Church of Freedom will have their candlelight service on Christmas Eve, Friday, Dec 24th at 6:30 P.M. The church address is 8961 St. Rt. 88 Windham, OH 44288 in Freedom Township on the triangle of Rt. 88, Rt. 700 and Rt. 303.
