Portage Senior Citizens Opportunities
Weekdays
The Portage County Senior Center, located at 705 Oakwood St., in Ravenna has many daily opportunities for local seniors to enjoy. On any given day, you can enjoy, bingo, Tai Chi, educational programs, art class, corn hole, cards & dominos with friends, and they even have a pool table. They serve lunch daily (by reservation) and are open M-F from 9-3. If you would like more information you may call them at 330-297-3456.
Auburn Firedevils Craft Fair Fundraiser
Still searching for consultants and crafters for the craft show scheduled for Saturday, November 10 from 10 a.m. until 3 p.m. This fundraiser for the Auburn Township Volunteer Fire Department will be held at Adams Hall, Auburn Township. Please call Shelby DeCapite 440-543-7733 or email shelbydecapite@yahoo.com if interested in participating as a vendor at this event.
Volunteers Needed
Call Today
The Phyllis Zumkehr Portage County Clothing Center, which is located at 3377 State Route 59, Ravenna, is looking for volunteers to help with sorting, hanging and stocking clothing and helping customers. Hours are Monday through Friday from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. and Tuesday and Thursday evenings from 6 to 8 p.m.If you are interested in volunteering, contact Veronica Williamson at 330-819-9760 or email fourwildwinds@yahoo.com.
Crafters Wanted
The Portage County Gardeners is hosting a Craft Show on Fri. Oct.12, 2018 from 4-8 p.m. and Sat. Oct 13, 2018 from 10 a.m.-3p.m. The total fee for both days is $35.00. For a contract and payment information for 8’ table and space with or without electricity, call Helena now at 330-673-0577.
Donations For Veterans
The Windham A..L.A. is taking donations for our homeless veterans and also Wade Park. We will be accepting all sizes of underclothing and toiletries. We have a barrel at our post #674 in Windham at the tank. Address is 9960 E. Center Street, Windham. Phone # 330-326-3188. Thank you for any donation. it is greatly appreciated. Also, you may call or text Patsy at 267-416-2303.
Grief Support Group
Sundays
Grief Group meets every Sunday at 3 pm. The meetings are held at Garrettsville United Methodist Church and last about 1 – 1 ½ hours. Everyone is welcome. For questions you can call the church at 330-527-2055.
Men on Mondays
Mondays
Men on Mondays, a men’s Bible study, is held every Monday from 6:45 – 8 pm at the Cellar Door Coffee Shop in Garrettsville. Coffee and pastry will be provided at no charge.
Families Anonymous Meetings
Mondays
Do you have a family member controlled by drugs or alcohol and don’t know where to turn? Families Anonymous might be the support group you need. Don’t face it ALONE! We meet every Monday (except holidays) from 7:30 to 8:30 pm at Coleman Behavioral Services, Sue Hetrick Bldg. 3922Lovers Lane/Loomis Parkway in Ravenna. For info call Peggy 330-760-7670.
4F’s: Everyone Welcome
2nd Monday of Month
Please join us for an afternoon of 4F’s (Fun, Food, Fellowship & Faith) on the 2nd Monday of every month from 12:30pm to 2pm at the Garrettsville United Methodist Church, 8223 Park Ave. Each month you will have the option of doing activities such as games, cards, crafts, or other activities you might suggest. Refreshments will be served. This FREE event is open to everyone! For questions or additional information, please call the church office at 330-527-2055 (Tues – Fri from 9-1), email us at garrettsvilleumc@frontier.com or go to our website: garrettsvilleohumc.com.
Monday Breakfast at American Legion
Mondays
Open to public – $7.00 breakfast from 8-11:00am at the American Legion Post #674 in Windham. Menu: eggs ‘any style’, pancakes, sausage gravy and biscuits, hash browns, bacon, sausage (patties and links) and white, wheat or rye toast and coffee, tea and juice. Call 330/326-3188 for info.
Loaves And Fishes Free Community Meals
3rd Monday of Month
Meals served 3rd Monday of every month at Christ Lutheran Church 10827 Main Street, Mantua, OH between 5:00-6:30 pm. All are welcome!
BINGO
Every Tuesday
St. Ambrose Church 10692 Freedom St. Garrettsville– Early bird at 6:45pm and first game at 7pm. Also featuring instant tickets, coverall jackpots, and other fun games. Doors open 5:45pm. Great refreshments!
Start Talking! Portage Mantua
4th Tuesday of Month
Meets the 4th Tuesday of every month at 6PM to make a difference in our communities by combating drug abuse in our schools and our county. Medical Arts Building, 6693 N. Chestnut St. Suite 268B, Ravenna, office of Groups Recover Together.
Senior Lunches
Tues – Fridays
Welcome seniors! Come and enjoy hot, nutritious lunches at the Farmington Senior Center, 150 College St., West Farmington. Lunches are served Tuesdays through Fridays (except the 3rd Tuesday of the month) and cost $2. Please call ahead for lunches by three days – 330-889-2733.
Start Talking ! Portage Stop Addiction
Tuesday & Thursday
Start Talking! Portage has been able to schedule three NEW NA meetings in Portage County. Tuesday at 2:30 & Thursday at 2:00 at Christ Episcopal Church at 118 South Mantua St., Kent, Ohio and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at Mantua Christian Church 4118 S. R. 82, Mantua, Ohio 44255
BINGO At St Michael’s
Every Thursday
St. Michael’s Church Weekly Bingo at 7pm every Thursday at 9736 East Center Street Windham, OH 44288.
TOPS Meetings
Thursdays
TOPS OH#1941, Ravenna meets Thursday mornings in the fellowship hall of the Maplewood Christian Church, 7300 State Route 88, Ravenna with weigh-in from 9-9:45 a.m. and a meeting/program following at 10:00 a.m. TOPS Club, Inc. is an affordable, nonprofit, weight-loss support and wellness education organization.
Garrettsville Cemetery Association Meeting
Aug 29
A re-organizational meeting of the Garrettsville Ladies Cemetery Association will be held on Wednesday, Aug.29 at 7 pm at The Historical Society Building on Main Street. Any interested parties are welcome and urged to attend this meeting to activate interest in the preservation of the Old Baptist Cemetery.
Preparing Your Garden For Winter
Aug 30
August 30th, 6:30 pm-8pm. PREPARING YOUR GARDEN FOR WINTER. Join the Portage County Master Gardener Volunteer Lynn Vogel to learn about fall gardening strategies to improve soil health and reduce weeds and pathogens. Topics covered will include: Dormant season cover crops, conservation tillage, fall garden cleanup, and reaping the benefits of fallen leaves! This free program is being held at the Soil and Water Conservation District at 6970 State Route 88 in Ravenna. To register, call 330-296-6432 or email Christensen.227@osu.edu
God Provides A Free Meal
Aug 31
God provides a free meal at Nelson United Methodist Church, 9367 SR 305 on Aug. 31 from 4 to 6 p.m. Sausage, peppers & onions, potato, salad and dessert.
JAG Alumni Banquet
Reservations Due Aug. 31
It’s time to mail in reservations for the 13th annual James A. Garfield Alumni banquet. Payments and reservations must be received no later than Aug. 31 for the banquet, which will take place Sept. 15 at James A. Garfield Elementary School. Doors will open at 5 p.m. and there will be another wonderful catered dinner from Guido’s of Ravenna served at 6 p.m. The event is open to graduates and anyone who attended Freedom, Garrettsville, James A. Garfield, and Nelson schools. The cost is $18 per person. For further information, call Helen Louise (Paul) Bouts (class of 1960) at 330-309-2734 or email hbouts@yahoo.com.
Library Closed for Labor Day
Sept 3
Portage County District Library will be closed on Monday, September 3, in observance of Labor Day. All offices and branch libraries will resume regular service hours on Tuesday, September 4. However, The Digital Library is always open. Visit www.portagelibrary.org 24/7 to access The Digital Library. Connect with us on Facebook.
AARP Fraud Watch Network Workshop
Sept 4 & 6
This 1 hour workshop provides an overview of cyber safety and helps to empower participants to protect themselves from fraud and scams in the cyber world. Materials and handouts are provided by AARP. Fraud Watch services are free—whether or not you’re an AARP member. Evening: Tues., Sept. 4, 6:30 p.m. ; Lunchtime: Thurs., Sept. 6 at 12 p.m. Registration begins Aug. 4. Call (440) 834-4466 or regisgter on-line at burtonlibrary.org.
G-Men Unite Public Information Session
Sept 5
There will be a public information session for the Earned Income Tax Issue on Sept 5 at 6pm in the Iva L. Walker Auditorium at the high school. Come to learn more about the District’s plan to keep our community, schools and future bright!
Attendees will receive information about the upcoming Earned Income Tax Issue, and have the opportunity to have their questions answered. A livestream of the session will also be provided, and online questions will be accepted during or after the Q&A portion.
Lunch & Learn
Sept 6
The Portage County Senior Center will be holding another “Lunch & Learn” event on Thursday, September 6th. We are proud to collaborate with Hiram College to bring area seniors a presentation entitled “Frankenstein, Harrowing or Helpful”. We ask seniors to be here by 11:00 in order that we can serve lunch before the program begins at 11:30. The presentation will last about an hr. and space is limited so sign-up is required. Please call 330-297-3456 or visit the center at 705 Oakwood St. (Floor G) in Ravenna for more information.
Greyhound Benefit Yard Sale
Sept 6-8
GREYHOUND BENEFIT YARD SALE 10555 South Street, Garrettsville. Thur-Fri-Sat 9/6 – 9/8, 9:00 AM until 3:00 PM. All proceeds from the sale of many donated items of collectables, antiques, household, tools, jewelry, furniture, Christmas, etc. will be donated to Freeway’s Greyt Escape, Inc., to help with greyhound rescue. www.FreewaysGreytEscape.com Contact Diana at 239-470-6429 to donate or participate in this event. Greyhounds on premises!
Swiss Steak Dinner
Sept 8
The Nelson United Methodist Church will be hosting their Swiss Steak Dinner at the Nelson Community House on Nelson Circle, Garrettsville, Ohio 44231 on September 8, 2018. Dinner is served from 4:00-6:00 Pm. The price is $11 for Adults and $5 for Children age 6-12, Children 5 and under are Free. The dinner consists of: Swiss Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy, Green Beans, Corn Casserole, Drinks, and Dessert. Carry-Out Is also available at the same location.
Makerlab Mondays
Sept 10, Oct 22, Nov 12
Join us for Giant Bubbles, Spinning Tornadoes and Watertight Wonders. Registration required. Grades 2 to 8. Mon., Sept. 10, Oct. 22, Nov. 12, 3:30 p.m.
Call (440) 834-4466 or register on-line at burtonlibrary.org.
Blog Your Way to A Book Informational Session
Sept 8
Teens and adults are invited to learn more about GCPL’s & Burton Public Library’s collaborative year-long writing program “Blog your way to a book”, where we will discuss how you can go from a blogger to a published author in one year. Light refreshments provided. Sat., Sept. 8th, 11 a.m. Call (440) 834-4466 or regisgter on-line at burtonlibrary.org.
Square Dance Club
starting Sept 9
Circulators Square Dance Club would like to join family, fun, fitness and fellowship. learn to square dance. Modern music. Classes start on Sept. 9th from 7pm 9pm. Brown Middle School corner of St.Rte. 59 and Scranton . St Ravenna.Ohio Adults $4.00 Child $2.00 for more info call 297-0864
Square Dancing Lessons
Sept 10
The Hubs Square Dance Club is offering lessons at Bainbridge Community Church, 17751 Chillicothe Road, Chagrin Falls, Ohio 44023. Join us on Monday, September 10th from 7:00 to 9:00 pm for a free introduction to the activity. Lessons begin on Monday, September 17th from 7:00 to 9:00 pm. Cost is $30.00 for six weeks. Square dancing is a fun activity that offers both physical and mental benefits.
Dancing stimulates the memory, enhances quality of life, strengthens bones and
muscles, reduces stress, is a heart-healthy exercise. For more information contact: Ray Marsch – (440)632-1074 or Marlene Miller – (440)632-8089.
Amish Inspirational Author Shelley Shepard Gray
Sept 12
Shelley Shepard Gray writes Amish and historical romances often set in Sugarcreek, Ohio. Her novels have appeared on both the New York Times and USA Today bestseller lists and have been highlighted in Time Magazine and USA Today. She’s been interviewed on NPR as well as numerous regional radio stations. Shelley will have books available for purchase and signing 30 minutes before and after the visit. Join us on Wed., Sept. 12, 6:30 p.m.
Local Edible and Medicinal Plants
Sept. 15
On Sat., Sept. 15 at 1 p.m. Ron Etling, former educator for the Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District, will lead this fun and fascinating introduction to edible and medicinal plants with an emphasis on identification and preparation, precautions and source books, followed by a brief hike around the library. Call (440) 834-4466 or register on-line at burtonlibrary.org.
Lloyd’s Stuffed Pepper Dinner
Sept 15
Come one come all to Lloyd’s Stuff Pepper Dinner. Sept. 15th. Open to public. Dinner to include Stuff Pepper, Mash potato, corn,roll w/butter, and dessert Tickets are $10.00 and are available at Post # 674, 9960 E. Center Street, Windham at the tank. All proceeds go to our post. These are presale only. please call 330-326-3188 or Patsy Williams at 330-527-5172. P.S. only 100 tickets to be sold. Carry out available.
G-Men Unite Public Information Session
Sept 16
There will be a public information session for the Earned Income Tax Issue on Sept 16 at 4pm in the Iva L. Walker Auditorium at the high school. Come to learn more about the District’s plan to keep our community, schools and future bright!
Attendees will receive information about the upcoming Earned Income Tax Issue, and have the opportunity to have their questions answered. A livestream of the session will also be provided, and online questions will be accepted during or after the Q&A portion.
3-D Print Class for Kids
Sept 18, 25 & Oct 2
Learn how to make and print your own 3-D projects. Grades 3-8. Registration required. Tues., Sept. 18 & 25, Oct. 2. 3:30pm. Call (440) 834-4466 or regisgter on-line at burtonlibrary.org.
Maple Stirs
Sept 19
The Burton Log Cabin is coming to the library! They’ll teach us about Maple Candy and help us make some Maple Stirs to eat, yum! Grades K to 5. Registration required. Weds., Sept. 19, 3:30 p.m. Call (440) 834-4466 or register on-line at burtonlibrary.org.
The Maple Leaf Route with local author Dan Rager
Sept 22
On Sat., Sept. 22 at 1 p.m. Dan Rager will present the famous railway that ran through Geauga County from 1899 to 1925. Rager’s recent book details the history of the Maple Leaf Route, from steam rail to the Cleveland & Eastern and Chagrin Falls interurban railways. Books will be available for purchase at this free event. Call (440) 834-4466 or register on-line at burtonlibrary.org.
Eagles Clam Bake
Sept 22
Attention members and non members, the Garrettsville Eagles Club has tickets available for our 2nd Annual Clam Bake behind the bar. It’ll be on September 22. Only 100 tickets. For more information please call 330-527-2330.
