American Legion Breakfast
Mondays
Breakfast every Monday at the American Legion Post #674. Time: 7:30 to 11:00 a.m. Place 9130 Center Street in Windham. Carry out available. Call 326-3188.
After School Crafts
After school crafts at Renaissance Center in Windham in the game room. Open Monday, Tuesday, Thursday and Friday. Fall crafts made during October.
Softball Player Wanted
Thunder Elite 10u out of Trumbull County is in search of a dedicated, hardworking fast pitch softball player. This is a great opportunity to be part of a very competitive, eager team. Please call Nate Schick @ (330) 307-6141.
Community Center in Mantua Open
Tuesdays
The Community Center at Mantua Center meets Tuesdays in the cafeteria wing of the old Mantua Center School, on Center Road just north of SR 82. Doors open at 9:oo, with coffee ready by 9:30, when the watercolor painters gather. When everyone but those in charge has left, we lock up until 5:00pm, when we reopen for the “Don’t Eat Alone Supper,” served at 5:30, food provided by staff. If you eat alone way too often, come join us. Remember, we are closed on Nov 4, as the room is used for the election.
Solar Eclipse Program
Oct 23
Join Portage Parks Naturalist Joe Malmisur and Sky Ranger Guy Gillespie at 5:30 pm on Oct 23 at Dix Park as they explain the partial solar eclipse and proper ways to view it.
Free Clothing
Oct 25
There will be a free clothing and misc. items give away for those in need at the Hiram Rapids Historical church, 6337 Winchell Rd Hiram, Ohio 44234. Oct 25th from 10-2.
Steak Fry & Grilled Chicken Dinner
Oct 25
The Garrettsville Eagles will be hosting their monthly steak fry and grilled chicken dinner on Oct. 25th from 4 – 7;30 pm. Meals include choice of baked potato or French fries, green beans, salad and roll. Steak dinners are $13 and chicken is $8. Carryout available by calling 330-527-2330. Open to the public. Entertainment to follow.
“Chance” Auction
Oct 25
Ledgewood Christian Church in Novelty will hold its annual “Chance” auction on Oct 25th for the benefit of its Homeless Ministry and the Cleveland Christian Home. Doors will open at 6pm, drawing of tickets will begin at 7pm. All are invited to come. There is no admission fee. Cost of bidding tickets is $8 for one sheet of 25 or two for $15. Reservations appreciated; call Jane 44-564-5536, Sue 440-729-7142 or the Church office 440-338-5844.
Holiday Craft Show
Oct 25
Holiday Craft Show Oct 25th from 10-5 at Parkman Community House, 16295 Parkman Rd. kids in costume can trick or treat as you shop. Proceeds benefit Rainbow Babies & Children’s Hospital. More info at 440-321-9724.
Swiss Steak Dinner
Oct 25
Nelson UMC Swiss Steak Dinner will be Oct 25th at Nelson Community House from 4:30-7pm. Cost is $10 for adults, children $6.00, kids under 5 eat free.
Stuffed Pork Chop Dinner
Oct 25
There will be a stuffed pork chop dinner at the Braceville UMC off of St. Rt. 82 in the center of Braceville. Dinner will be from 4-6:30, unless food runs out. Dinner includes mashed potatoes, green beans, corn, coleslaw, applesauce, homemade desserts, bread, coffee, tea or punch. Cost is $9 for adults and $3.50 for children. Takeout’s are available.
Free Clothing For All
Oct 25
Another free clothing give-away sponsored by Mantua Center Christian Church, 4118 St. Rt. 82, Mantua Twp., will be Oct 25th from 9am-noon. Lots of fall and winter clothing for all sizes and both genders, as well as linens, curtains, shoes, handbags, etc.
Craft Show & Bake Sale
Oct 25
Deerfield Friends Church is hosting its 5th annual Artisan event, Craft show and Bake sale on October 25th. This event runs from 9am until 5pm, free admission! There are still a few vendor spots available if anyone is interested, contact Gerri Seem at 330-993 0241. This event showcases artists from around the community; for some this is the only event for which they make their art available for purchase. There will be lunch food available and a unique variety of homemade foods to buy and take home including breads, pies, fudge, cookies and more.
Community Trick or Treat
Oct 25
Fortis College is hosting a Community Trick or Treat on October 25th from 10am-12pm. There will be trick or treating, face painting, apple juice, popcorn, and crafts.
Turkey Dinner
Oct 26
The Ladies Guild of St. Mary’s & St. Joseph Church of Newton Falls will be hosting their annual turkey dinner Oct 26th from noon-3pm. The price for adults is $9, ages 5-12 is $5, children under 5 eat free. Tickets may be purchased at the door. Raffle tickets will also be available at the dinner. Dinner will be held at St. Mary & St. Joseph Social Hall at 120 Maple Drive, Newton Falls, OH 44444. Carry out dinners are available.
Crescent Chapter Meeting Cancelled
Garrettsville Crescent Chapter No. 7, O.E.S. has cancelled their Oct 27th meeting. The next meeting will be November 10th at 7:30.
Free Water Testing
Oct 27
Concerned Citizens Ohio/ Hiram free monthly private water well monitoring using Sierra Club meters to test for “indicators” of water quality in the Community Room (downstairs) of the Hiram Christian Church, 6868 Wakefield Road, Hiram, OH 44234 (corner of State Routes 700, 82, 305). Oct 27th at 7pm. For accurate readings, your sample should be taken as directly from the well as possible— before any treatment and within an hour before we test it. Come at 7:00 and we’ll be running videos with experts explaining the hydrofracture (“fracking”) shale drilling and why it produces so much toxic waste. For more information contact Gwen Fischer at 330-569-7863 or concernedcitizensohio@gmail.com.
Free Community Dinner
Oct 28
Free Community Dinner will be Oct 28th from 5-6pm, while supplies last at Windham American Legion, 9960 Center St. Everyone welcome! Sponsored by St. Nicholas Samaritan Outreach, Warren, Ohio.
Trick or Treat at Brooks House
Oct 29
Trick or Treat Give Me Something Good to Eat! Brooks House Assisted Living invites children under 14 and their families, to a night of Trick or Treat fun on Oct 29th. Come in your costume ready to trick or treat, judge a scarecrow contest, eat donuts, drink cider, and more, anytime from 5-7pm. We are located at 18144 Claridon-Troy Rd (St. Rt. 700 between Burton & Hiram) Hiram, Ohio 44234 Please RSVP by October 20th to Amanda Scopilliti at 330-977-7389 or amanda@brookshouse-assistedliving.com.
Garrettsville Strong 1st Halloween House Decorating Contest.
Oct 29
Let’s get the holiday spirit started. The Harrison Family dare all those who love the holidays to outdo our Halloween Decorations. All proceeds go to the #GarrettsvilleStrong Fund to help rebuild our village. Why let Garrettsville turn into a ghost town? There will be three winners in the catagories of Best Lighted, Most Spooky and All- around Best- Decorated. The four judges will be out there looking at the entries on Oct 29th starting at 7pm until finished. Awards and bragging rights will go to the top three winners. Homes entered will be mapped out and given a number to place in their yard. Maps will be available at different locations throughout the village for those who would like to view them. There is a 10.00 entry fee for each home. Entry forms can be downloaded at http://garrettsvillearea.com/how-can-i-help.html and your home can be registered by calling Tom at 330-977-7596. This is just the first to come — How about a Christmas Yard Decorating contest??? TOGETHER WE CAN REBUILD GARRETTSVILLE!!
Newton Falls Trick or Treat
Oct. 30
Newton Falls Trick or Treat Night will be held from 5-7 p.m. The costume contest begins in town at 7 p.m., immediately followed by the cake walk. Donor groups may drop off cakes at 16 West Broad Street all day.
Halloween Party
Oct 30
An alternative to keep our trick-or-treaters safe and off the streets is the Annual Halloween Party on Thursday, October 30th at the Parkman Community House – 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. Residents are asked to bring their bag of goodies to the community house. We ask the parents to bring your kids to the community house for trick-or-treating, fun & games and snacks. Sponsored by Parkman Chamber of Commerce. Call Denise @ 440-548-2939 if you have any questions.
Free Meal
Oct 31
God Provides a free meal Oct 31st from 4-6 at Nelson United Methodist Church. Dinner will include beef stew, coleslaw, roll and desserts.
Contra Dance
Nov 1
Troy Township Contra Dance will be Nov 1st at the Troy Community House (13950 Main Market Road / Route 422; Burton, Ohio 44021). All ages join in the foot stompin’, crowd pleasin’ atmosphere of Contra Dance and live folk music. Lesson at 6:30pm. Dance 7:30-10:30pm. Adult $8, student $5, family $25.
Murder at the Pigskin Party
Nov 1
The Murder at The Pigskin Party will be held on Saturday, November 1st, 2014 at the Mantua Knights of Columbus Hall located on 11845 St. Rt. 44 in Mantua, Ohio 44255. The event will feature entertainment by the Garrettsville Curtains Up Theatre Mystery Group and dinner catered by Guido’s in Ravenna. Tickets are available on a presale basis for $40 each. Tickets can be purchased at Huntington Bank (Garrettsville), Skylanes Bowling (Garrettsville), by calling Karen at 330-527-2622 or Norm at 330-527-8093, or online at www.eventbrite.com (search word “Murder”) and fommysterdinner14.eventbrite.com This event is sponsored by the Friends of Melana and the proceeds will be used to further research for children’s glioma brain cancer, the second leading cause of cancer deaths in young people.
Pricetown Turkey Dinner
Nov 1
Pricetown Church will be holding their annual turkey dinner on November 1st from 4pm to 7pm at the Newton Falls High School, 907 Milton Blvd, south, Newton Falls, Ohio. It will be an all you can eat buffet. Cost Adults $10 and Children $5. Carry outs will be available
21st Annual Labrae Craft Show
Nov 1
21st Annual LaBrae Craft Show will be Nov 1st from 10-4 at LaBrae High School Complex, 1001 North Leavitt Rd., Leavittsburg, OH 44430. Free admission and parking. Over 120 vendors. Homemade food served all day. Email labraecraftshow@gmail.com for more information.
Annual Bazaar
Nov 1
The Women’s group at Portage Faith United Methodist Church, 9922 St. Rt. 44 in Mantua invites you to their Annual Bazaar & Country Store on Nov 1st from 9-2. Admission is free. Continental breakfast and light lunch available. For more information; 216-408-5278.
Trunk or Treat
Nov 1
Trunk or Treat at Hambden Congregational Church will be November 1st from 6:30 pm to 8:30 pm. Church is located at 13840 GAR Hwy Hambden Township. Free event for the whole family, chili & hot dogs will be served. More info: Dorothy @ 440.286.4655 or 11311vulcankd@roadrunner.com
Christmas Extravaganza
Nov 1
St.Edward Church 2014 Christmas Extravaganza will be Nov 1st from 9-4 at Rose Hall, 16150 Center St., Parkman. A holiday affair, a variety of unique vendor and crafters to liven up your holiday shopping experience. Bake sale and Chinese auction in support of the Women’s renewal 2015. Free Santa pictures bring your camera.
Auditions for “Cheaper by the Dozen”
Nov 1 & 3
The Garrettsville Curtains up Theatre is holding auditions for “Cheaper by the Dozen” November 1st at 11am and November 3rd at 7pm in the James A. Garfield High School. Children parts are: Girls ages 10-18, Boys ages 9-15. Adult parts for both men and women. Please have a short monologue prepared. No singing is needed for this production. For more information contact Jackie at rinearson05@frontier.com. The show runs January 16, 17, 18, 23 and 24, 2015. Rehearsals will take place Monday-Thursdays starting November 10th.
Bulbs, Beyond the Ordinary
Nov 6
Tulips and daffodils are only the beginning. Galanthus, scillia, arum, fritillaria, allium, fabulous lilies, ranunculus, muscari, chionodoxa, anemone, lycoris. The list goes on and on. Learn about the amazing array of bulb grown plants and how to add them to your garden. You can have blooms from March through October year after year. We’ll help you select which bulbs will work best for you and how to get them to bloom year after year, even tulips. So take your garden beyond the ordinary and join us for the world of bulbs. This will take place Nov 6th from 7-9pm at the OSU Extension Office, 14269 Claridon Troy Road in Burton. Cost is $15.
International Workers to Speak
Nov 6-9
You are invited to the Windham Bible Church, 9550 Parkman Rd Windham, Oh. , to hear International Workers Roger and Ellen Elbel from Israel. The event will be Nov. 6, 7 and 8 at 6:30 pm then on Nov. 9th at 10:30 am.
Crestwood Jr Sr Seminar Spaghetti Dinner
Nov 7
Crestwood High School’s Junior-Senior Seminar helps students to raise awareness of their roles in society and develop into community leaders. Our group has chosen to raise money for the GarrettsvilleStrong fund. A spaghetti dinner will be held at Crestwood High School on Nov 7th from 4:30-6:30 in the cafeteria.
Pre-sale tickets for the spaghetti dinner are $7per person. If anyone would like to purchase them they can contact Adriana French, at arfrench101@yahoo.com
Auction and Spaghetti Dinner
Nov 8
Everyone is invited. First Church of God in Newton Falls is sponsoring an auction and spaghetti dinner on Nov 8th. Numerous items are available for auction. All items are new or lightly used. This promises to be a fun filled evening for the entire family. Spaghetti dinner will be held at 5:00 p.m., Auction will begin at 6:00 p.m. Spaghetti dinner – 12 years and above -$8.00, 4-11 years $4.00, 3 and under free. First Church of God, 426 W. Broad St., Newton Falls.
4C’s Craft Show
Nov 8
The Crestwood 4 C ‘ s annual craft show will be held on Saturday, Nov 8 from 9 am to 3 pm at the Shalersville Town Hall. The show features local artisans and crafters, door prizes and a $100 Grand Prize gift card. One ticket, good for door prizes and the Grand Prize, will be given for each non-perishable food item donated the day of the show. Tickets for prizes can also be purchased $.50 or 3/$1.00.
Chinese Auction
Nov 8
Chinese Auction Nov 8, The K. I. D. Cancer Foundation will host our 5th annual Chinese Auction at the Parkman Community House located on State Route 422 in Parkman, Ohio. Hundreds of items up for bid. $1,000.00 Deal-or-No Deal Game. 50/50 Raffle, Door prize, Food & Soft drinks. Free reserved seating if you choose. Credit cards accepted. Doors open at 3:00pm. Drawings start at 6:pm. If you have any questions please call: (330) 889-9600.
USO/1940’s Era Dance
Nov 8
VFW Post 1055 Ladies Auxiliary, 6000 New Milford Rd., Ravenna, is gearing up for a USO/19040’s era dance and 50/50 raffle to be held Nov 8th from 4-8pm at the Post home. Cost per ticket is $5.00 which includes ballroom dancing and swing dancing demonstrations, vocalist, and DJ Chuck Casalicchio. All the entertainment is being provided free. 1940’s era refreshments are provide free of charge. The event is open to the public and tickets may be purchased at the door. For more information contact Judy at 330-9313-8910.
Smoked Sausage Dinner
Nov 8
Smoked sausage, potato and green bean dinner will be Nov 8th at the First Christian Church, North Center Street, Newton Falls from 4:00-7:00 pm. Cornbread, applesauce, drinks and dessert are included with the dinner. Proceeds for the wrought iron fence project of the Newton Township Cemetery Association. Advance tickets may be purchased from any member of the association or call Louanne at 330.872.1353. Tickets prices are: Adults-$9, Children 3 to 11-$6, Ages 2 and under-Free.
Arts & Crafts Show
Nov 8-9, 15-16
The Bell Family and Friends will be holding an Original Art and Crafts show on November 8 &9 and 15 & 16 from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Location is 8228 Maple Avenue in Garrettsville, OH There will be original drawings and paintings for sale as well as handcrafted items and quilted items. Visitors can also purchase Village Piecemakers raffle tickets.
St. Joseph Garden Club’s Annual Christmas Boutique
Nov 9
Don’t miss one of the area’s nicest craft shows, sponsored by the St. Joseph Garden Club. Held in St. Joseph Church’s Hughes Hall in Mantua on Nov 9th from 9:30 am – 3:30 pm, the Christmas Boutique offers hand-crafted items, baked goods, raffles, door prizes, and breakfast and lunch items. Members of St. Joseph’s PSR program will run the kitchen offering snack, lunch and dessert items at one of the areas nicest craft shows. St. Joseph’s is located at 11045 St. Joseph Blvd. off Pioneer Trail in Mantua.
Spaghetti Dinner
Nov 9
Knights of Columbus Council #3350 is having an All-You-Can-Eat spaghetti dinner Nov 9that Saint Mary’s social hall,120 Maple Dr. Newton Falls from 12-3. Dinner includes: Spaghetti, with or without meatballs, Italian bread, salad, coffee or punch, and dessert. Adults: $8.00, Children: $3.00 (6-11), Children: Free (5 & under). Carryouts available. For any additional information please contact: Tom Fetock (330)-872- 5886 or Matt Stimac (330)-872-7865
Happy Hour Painting for Veterans
Nov 10
TAG is offering a free Happy Hour Painting class for veterans only, as a thank you for their service. The class will be held November 10th from 6-8 at Trumbull Art Gallery, 158 N. Park Avenue, Warren, Ohio. All materials are provided, and each participant will leave with a completed painting. Veterans wishing to attend should call 330 395-4876 to reserve a spot. Class size is limited to 30, so call early.
Veteran’s Day Program
Nov 11
Atwood-Mauck Post 459 Burton-Middlefield Veteran’s Day program will be Nov 11th from 9-11am at Newbury Elementary School Auditorium. Call Bo 440-834-8764 for more details.
Soup & Chili Dinner
Nov 11
Atwood-Mauck Post 459 Burton-Middlefield open house soup and chili dinner will be from 4:30-7 at the Legion Home on Goodwin Street in Burton. Call Bo 440-834-8764 for more details.
Scout Vendor & Craft Show
Nov 15
The Parents of Cub Scout Pack 4067 invite you to a Craft Show Nov 15th from 10-4pm at the First Congregational Church of Newton Falls. The church is located at 612 West Broad Street, Newton Falls, OH 44444. Vendors to be at the show are: Scentsy, Tupperware, Heaven Lee Portraits, Thirty-One, Homemade Crafts, Baked Good, and so much more! Chinese Auction and refreshments will be available. Hope to see you there and Thank you for Supporting Scouting.
Texas Hold’Em
Nov 15
Texas Hold’Em tournament will be Nov 15th at Kent Elks Lodge, 2265 E. Erie St., Ravenna from 4-? Food and beverage provided. Seating is limited. Payout 70%, 30% donated to JDRF via Team Alaina. Questions call Jennifer 330-360-3869, Alan 330-360-2242 or Joe 330-442-3155.
Fall Holiday Arrangement
Nov15
Join Master Gardener Phyllis Mihalik at the OSU Extension Office, 14269 Claridon Troy Road in Burton, to make your very own fall holiday container arrangement. Need something on the porch to welcome guests during the holidays, a festive touch on the hearth, jazz up the dining room for Thanksgiving or maybe a hostess gift? You’ll turn a classic 10-12” flower pot into a beautiful fall holiday decoration. Phyllis has sweet Annie, sedum, dried grasses, berries, curly willow, hydrangea, astilbe, tansy, bittersweet and more to work with. Then you’ll top off your creation with a gorgeous florist bow. As an extra treat, Phyllis will show you how, with a few simple changes, you can convert your fall arrangement to a winter/Christmas decoration. So join us for this craft from the garden and bring a friend to share the fun. This will take place November 15th from 9-noon. Cost is $35.
Craft Show
Nov 15 & 16
Nelson Literary Music Club invites you to our 4th annual Craft Show Nov 15 & 16 from 10am-5pm both days. The show will take place at the Nelson Community Center on Nelson Circle. Many handmade crafts, baked goods and more. For more information call 330-527-5787.
Thanksgiving Community Meal
Nov 20
There’s a CHANGE! What? NO, Don’t like it! Just for ONE month. Renaissance Family Center, 9005 Wilverne Dr. Windham. Is changing their Thanksgiving Community meal date. So save the date. Not the fourth Thursday of November, it’s the third Thursday of November, the 20th. 5-6:30 pm. See you there!!!
Craft & Vendor Show
Nov 22
JAG Elementary PTO craft & vendor show will be Nov 22 from 10-3 at JAG Elementary school. Table space available for $25 and must donate an item for Chinese auction. Concession and baked goods available for purchase. All funds raised will go toward JAG Elementary School Playground Upgrades. For questions or more information contact Michelle Phifer 330-931-6418 or michelle.phifer@yahoo.com
Comedian Showcase
Nov 22
The Garrettsville Curtains up Theatre presents their bi-annual Comedian Showcase on November 22nd b at 7:00 pm at Slim and Jumbo’s on Main Street in Garrettsville. The doors open at 7:00 pm. and the audience will pick the winners. Tickets at the door $10.00. 50/50 and Chinese Auction will be available.
Christmas Craft Show
Dec 3 & 4
The 29th annual Beary Merry Christmas Craft Show will be Dec 3Rd & 4th from 11-9 at the OSU Extension Office, 14269 Claridon Troy Road in Burton. Handmade unique holiday gifts, holiday entertainment and Chinese raffle. Door prizes every hour. Lunch and dinner available. $3 admission. Show benefits Susan G. Komen for the Cure. Event will be held at Normandy Party Center, 30310 Palisades Parkway, Wickliffe.
Christmas Craft
Dec 6
Back by popular demand Master Gardener Phyllis Mihalik is teaching her tabletop Christmas tree craft class. This time you’ll make a beautiful tree from fresh evergreens. Spruce, fir, boxwood, rhody, pine, cedar, juniper, and more. The fragrance is wonderful. Decorate your creation with garland, ribbons, berries, feathers, dried flowers, little ornaments or go wherever your fancy takes you. For a special touch add a string of mini lights! These trees make great gifts too. Join us for a morning of holiday fun and bring a friend to share it with. December 6th from 9-noon. Cost is $35
RFC Craft Show
Dec 12 & 13
The 5th Annual Renaissance Family Center Craft Show will be Dec 12th from 12-5 and Dec 13th from 10-5. Many crafters, vendors, etc. There are some spots open for crafters & vendors call 330-527-5787.
Indoor Baseball Camp
Jan 4
Youngstown State University and Sluggers Indoor Baseball are hosting six week baseball camps starting January 4 at Youngstown State, and March 8 at the Sluggers Indoor Baseball facility. Youngstown State coach, Craig Antush, and Director of Operations at the U.S. Baseball Academy, Joe Marker, will direct their respective sites in conjunction with U.S. Baseball Academy. Classes are available for players in grades 1-12 and are limited to six players per coach. Sessions are offered in advanced hitting, pitching, catching, fielding and base running. Space is limited. Registration is now under way. For more information, visit www.USBaseballAcademy.com, or call toll-free 866-622-4487.
