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.
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 provided at no charge.
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. This FREE event is open to everyone! For questions or additional information, please call 330-527-2055.
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!
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 by three days for lunches – 330-889-2733.
Alzheimer’s Association Caregiver Support Group Meetings
1st Tuesday of Month
The Alzheimer’s Association Greater East Ohio Area Chapter makes Alzheimer’s caregiver support groups available free of charge, open to all caregivers, family members, and friends with a loved one affected by the disease or another form of dementia. First Tuesday of the month at 6:30 p.m., UH Portage Medical Center, 6847 North Chestnut St. (Room A), Ravenna. Groups meet monthly. For more information or to confirm, please contact the Alzheimer’s Association 24/7 Helpline at 800.272.3900.
Wing Night At The Eagles Club
Every Tuesday
Every Tuesday: 60 cent wings with purchase of a beverage– Open to public 5:00- 8:00. The Eagles Club is located at 8149 Water Street.
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!
Time for Tots
2nd Wednesday of Month
2nd Wednesday of each month through May 13, 2020) from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. at Maplewood Christian Church 7300 State Route 88 in Ravenna. Come experience a safe indoor environment where children ages 2 – 5 can play, craft, enjoy music and burn energy (adults stay for fun, siblings welcome). We will not meet if Ravenna Schools are closed. Call 330-297-6424 with questions.
Recovery after Suicide Loss Support Group
Last Weds of Month
If you or someone you know has lost a loved one to suicide, we invite you to attend a free monthly support group to find acceptance, information, and inspiration. The support group meets the last Wednesday of each month at the Kent Free Library located at 312 W. Main Street, Kent from 6:30-8pm. The group is sponsored by the Portage County Suicide Prevention Coalition and the Mental Health & Recovery Board of Portage County. For more information call 330.673.1756 ext 201.
Story Time In Mantua
Thursdays
Children ages 2-5 are invited along with their accompanying adult (siblings are welcome too) every Thursday to STORY TIME, 10:30 -11:30 a.m. at the Mantua Center Christian Church, 4118 St.Rt. 82. No need to sign up, simply drop in any Thursday. This program follows the Crestwood School schedule and meets every Thursday that Crestwood is in session.
Start Talking ! Portage
4th Thursday of Month
Start Talking ! Portage (- ‘S T ! P’ -) is a partnership of various community & faith-based groups, public sector representatives, & professional services members who work together, teaming up to help counter our serious regional & (inter)national problem — the substance use & addiction epidemic. S T ! P conducts an open, free, county-wide, designated Thursday, monthly meeting, @ 6:30 p.m., centrally located for all citizen participants, @ the Ravenna Reed Memorial Library (-RML-), in its lower level ‘Carlin Room’ meeting facility, 167 East Main Street, Downtown Ravenna, Ohio. Come and see what it’s all about, help out, learn from invited S T ! P guest speakers, hear about & see progress being made, too!
Loaves & Fishes Meal
Last Thursday of Month
This 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 5-6:30pm the last Thursday of each month from January – October at Mantua Center Christian Church, 4118 S.R. 82, Mantua Center.
Ravenna Eagles Fish Frydays
Fridays
FISH FRYDAYS, Every Friday from 4pm to 7pm until April 4th, 2020. Ravenna Eagles, 812 Cleveland Road, Ravenna Ohio 44266, Take Out available Call 330-296-9463
Fish Dinners
Fridays
Friday fish dinners at the American Legion Post #674, 9960 E. Center St. Windham. Serving from 4-7 pm carryout available. Fish, chicken or shrimp dinners $10; combo $12. Open to public.
Recover After Loss From Substance Use Support Group
4th Saturday of Month
Have you lost someone you love or care about to the disease of addiction? You are invited to attend a support group of peers who have experienced the same loss to receive acceptance, understanding, support, and inspiration. We meet once a month at the Reed Library, Carlin Room in Ravenna from 10:00 a.m. until 12:00 p.m. Please register prior coming to the meeting by calling 330.296.7071 or text portage.grasp@gmail.com.
Free Model Train Display
Weds & Sat in Dec
The North Bloomfield Historical Society presents its 7th Holiday Model Train Display at the 1893 Town Hall, 8830 Park Drive on the square in N Bloomfield. The display is free and will be open in December on Wednesdays from 5pm to 8p and Saturdays from 2pm to 5pm. Closed Christmas Day. More than 350 square feet of layout feature a summer village and a separate 2 level winter setup. The popular scavenger hunt will return along with free popcorn, cookies and drinks. Special group visits can be scheduled. For more information call 440-685-4410.
Jingle Bell Calendar Raffle
December
Get your tickets today for our December 2019 Jingle Bell Calendar Raffle! Tickets are $10 each and are good for the entire month of December. Each day in December, 1st – 30th, a $50 cash prize will be given away! On December 31st, the prize will be $500! Winning numbers are based on the Pennsylvania 3-digit daily evening drawing. To purchase your tickets, call or email our office. All proceeds will benefit Big Brothers Big Sisters one-to-one mentoring program.
Santa Deliveries!
Due By Dec 20
Santa will again be making early deliveries to children in the Garrettsville-Hiram area courtesy of the Garrettsville-Hiram Rotary Club. Gifts will delivered the evening of Monday, Dec. 23rd. There is no cost for this service, but all donations received are given to the People Tree to help others in our area. Please drop your gifts at either The Business Works, Middlefield Bank (Garrettsville) or MB Realty on Main Street in Garrettsville by Dec. 20th. Call 330-527-4415 for more information.
Portage County Kickball League
Registration Begins Dec 1
Ravenna Parks and Recreation is excited to announce that we will be hosting a Portage County Kickball League in the spring of 2020. Registration for both teams and individuals will open December 1st. Teams are guaranteed 7 games and play-offs (if qualified). A Traveling Trophy will be awarded to the winner of the tournament. Online sign-up are available at ravennaparksandrec.com Questions? Call 330-296-2864
Santa Arrives In Mantua
Dec 6
Sponsored by the Mantua-Shalersville Chamber. On Friday, December 6, 2019, at 6:00, Santa will arrive on a fire truck in Mantua at the corner of SR 44 and Prospect, the mini park. Hot chocolate and cookies will be served. Questions — call Paulette Nichols 330-221-3477
Hiram Farm Christmas Craft Sale
Dec. 6 & 7
Join us from 10 am to 2 pm for a Christmas craft sale. Handmade Christmas crafts made by our farmers. Hiram Farm, 11543 Garfield Rd., Hiram 330-569-3441. www.HiramFarm.org
Craft Bazaar
Dec 7
For you last minute shoppers, the OWM of Mantua Center Christian Church is holding a Craft Bazaar Saturday, December 7th, 2019 10am-4pm in the Mantua Center School gymnasium, located at 11741 Mantua Center Rd. Mantua, OH 44255. There will also be a raffle & bake sale. Lunch is available for purchase. Free Admission, free parking & handicap accessible!
Pizza with Santa
Dec 7
Kiwanis of the Western Reserve invites you & your family to Pizza with Santa Saturday, Dec. 7th, 2019 10:00am-12:30pm at the HIram Christian Church fellowship hall, 6868 Wakefield Rd, Hiram, OH. $ 3.00 per person, naughty & nice kids 3 & under FREE. There will be a Secret Santa Shop, cookie decorating, face painting, elf crafts. Kids – bring your list for Santa! Bring your camera to take pictures with Santa!
Breakfast With Santa
Dec 7
Please join us December 7,2019 from 9 until 11 for annual BREAKFAST WITH SANTA sponsored by THE WINDHAM UNITED METHODIST CHURCH. Join us at the RFC on Wilvern Drive in Windham. Be sure to bring your camera so you can catch the wonder on your child’s face as they greet Santa.
Christmas Concert
Dec 7
Christmas Concert featuring Echo Valley Gospel Family on Dec. 7, 6 p.m. at First Church of God, Newton Falls, OH. Cost: $10 at door Call 330-646-3698 for more information
Parkman Breakfast With Santa
Dec 7
Parkman Chamber of Commerce is sponsoring Breakfast with Santa on Saturday, December 7th 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
Hiram Historical Society Open House
Dec 7
The Hiram Historical Society is holding its December First Saturday Open House on Saturday December 7, 2019. Does anyone remember receiving a ViewMaster and reels under the Christmas tree back in the 1950s? There will be a hands-on display of these which both adults and children will enjoy. Also on display will be a selection of charming Christmas cards from the Madge Cotton Postcard Collection. Rounding out the afternoon will be a Christmas craft for kids and light refreshments. Please join us anytime between 1:00 and 3:00 PM at the Century House across from the Village Hall in Hiram.
2nd Annual Deck The Halls
Dec 7
The 2nd Annual Deck the Halls sponsored by the James A. Garfield Band Boosters will be held on Saturday, December 7th from 12:00 to 4:00pm at the James A. Garfield High/Middle School. Please join us for music by our jazz band, crafts, games, chinese auction, bake sale, food, holiday decorations and visit with Santa. Free admission for “children” of all ages. Canned food items/donation will be collected at the door for the Nelson Garrettsville Food Cupboard.
Parade of Lights
Dec 8
5th Annual Parade of Light & Polar Express Christmas Celebration on Sunday Dec. 8, 2019 at the Village of Windham Community Center. Parade will line up at the Dollar General Store at 5:30 pm. Parade will kick off at 6:00 pm. Parade route will begin at the Dollar General Store, head down N. Main St., turn left and will end at the Community Center where at that time you can grab a “Golden Ticket” and ride the Polar Express. After a trip to the North Pole, write a letter to Santa and enjoy some cookies and Cocoa with Mrs. Claus. **ALL EVENTS & ACTIVITIES ARE FREE OF CHARGE** PLEASE BRING A CANNED GOOD TO DONATE FOR ADMITTANCE.
Christmas Cantata
Dec 8
Musical ensembles from Garrettsville United Methodist Church will present a program on Sunday, December 8th at 7pm. Come join us and start the holiday season on a good note. Concert is free. Donations are welcome and appreciated and will go towards the GUMC music program. The church is located at 8223 Park Ave in Garrettsville.
“Be Our Guest” Open House
Dec 8
Come join us on Sunday, December 8th, at the Atwater Congregational Church. Welcoming in the Fellowship Room begins at 9:30 AM and includes coffee, tea and light snacks. The regular church service is in the Sanctuary from 10 to 11. Only one hour! Coffee or tea and a dessert will be served following the church service. Please come and visit our magnificent, historic 201 year old church. All are welcome! Atwater Congregational Church, 1237 State Route 183, Atwater, Ohio 44201
Christmas Cheer
Dec 8 & 15
The James A Garfield High School Cheerleaders will be Christmas caroling in Garrettsville neighborhoods on Sunday, December 8 and 15 from 5:00-7:00 pm. They will be singing to collect monetary donations for our local Nelson Garrettsville Community Cupboard. Cash or checks will be accepted. Thanks to all involved for supporting a good cause this holiday season!
Freedom Historical Society Holiday Gathering
Dec 10
The Freedom Township Historical Society will have our annual holiday gathering at 7 pm Tuesday, Dec. 10 at the Freedom Community Center, 8940 S.R. 700. We will be conducting society business and stuffing envelopes for our annual membership mailing drive. Everyone is invited to bring their favorite holiday treat to share. Cake, ice cream, and a punch bowl will be provided.
Americana Jam Session
Dec 13
Come on out, bring your acoustic instrument to the Americana Jam Session at Mantua Center Christian Church, 4118 Ohio 82 at Mantua Center Road, Friday December 13 from 6-8 PM. We get together and play, sing, jam, and listen. Don’t know how to play? We’ll work with you to get you going. Need more info? Call Skip 330-760-2785
Breakfast with Santa!
Dec 14
Breakfast with Santa — sponsored by the St. Ambrose Knights of Columbus–Sat. Dec. 14th at 10:00 am—in church hall- 10692 Freedom St. Garrettsville. Enjoy scrambled eggs, sausage, pancakes, milk and juice! FREE! Only admission is 1 can/box of non-perishable food for local food bank!! Join the Knights & friends for breakfast, fun activities and of course, meeting Santa!
A Jazzy Christmas Concert
Dec 14
A Jazzy Christmas Concert – Saturday, December 14 • 4-5pm • Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Rd., Chardon. From “Little Drummer Boy” to “Rudolph, the Red-nosed Reindeer,” come hum along to your favorite Christmas tunes — Jazz style! We welcome the Gateway Band, the jazz “house band” of Trinity Episcopal Cathedral in Cleveland and their Jazz stylings. A free will offering for this concert (suggested donation of $7pp) will be received with proceeds going to WomenSafe Shelter.
Free Christmas Dinner
Dec 14
Free Christmas Dinner will be held on Sat. Dec.14th beginning at 6pm at DELIGHTFUL E.C CHURCH 2473 Barcley-Messerly Rd. Rt.422 Southington, Ohio. Dinner : Ham,veggies, potatoes, coleslaw, applesauce, rolls,beverage and a dessert. Bring a friend, your appetite and a heart full of Love for GOD;and if you would like to bring a covered dish to share. Come Join Us ! Rev.Chuck Campbell 330-727-0242
Christmas Cookies With Santa
Dec 14
Come join us for Freedom Communities Christmas Cookies with Santa, Freedom Town Hall, Saturday, December 14, 2019 1:30 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. Come enjoy cookies and hot cocoa with Santa and his friends. There will be kid activities also. This is a free family event for all to share in the joy of the season. We will be collecting donations to go to the Garrettsville Nelson Community Cupboard. Please bring with you any of the following: Canned goods, Toilet Paper, Shampoo, Paper Towels, Dish Soap, Hot Chocolate Packets, Tea Bags, Canned Fruit, Boxed Side Dishes or Cereal. This event is being held with the support of the Freedom Community and Park Boosters and wonderful other community residents. Any questions or for more information please contact Jennifer Derthick at 330-931-8227 or freedomparkboosters@gmail.com.
Merry Middlefield – A Grinch Steals Christmas
Dec 14
Merry Middlefield – A Grinch Steals Christmas. Currently collecting Toys at businesses in Middlefield area with “Toy Donation Collection Location” yard signs. Toys collected from now to December 14th when Grinch & Max try to ruin our Christmas. Call Middlefield Chamber of Commerce 440-632-5705 with questions.
“Then Came The Light”
Dec 15
Please join the St. Ambrose choir in celebration of the wonder of the Christmas story in “Then Came the Light” on Sunday Dec.15th at 3pm in the church at 10692 Freedom St. in Garrettsville. This is a captivating Christmas experience, separated in 3 parts: then came the Light, then came the Love, and then came the Life, with inspiring narratives intertwined throughout. We invite you to take part in this experience—of a quiet night in Bethlehem, as the world longed for hope, an unstoppable Love broke through the darkness, revealing an everlasting Light….and God’s glory found it’s place in a humble manger. Free will offering accepted for St. Ambrose Music Ministry.
Ravenna Eagles Breakfast
Dec 15
Breakfast on Dec 15th 8am – 11am, Includes Eggs, Fried Potatoes, Sausage, Bacon, Sausage Gravy and biscuit, French toast and Choice of White or Wheat Toast. $7.00 Adult $5.00 12 and under.. Ravenna Eagles, 812 Cleveland Road, Ravenna Ohio 44266, Take Out available Call 330-296-9463
Spaghetti Dinner & Auction
Jan 24
Friends of Middlefield Cub Scout Pack 3141 B.S.A. will be holding its annual Spaghetti Dinner/Auction fundraising event on Jan 24, 4:30-7:30, at the Parkman Community House on RT 422. The purpose of this event is to raise funds to support events for the Pack. Auction is open during dinner and a 50/50 will take place. Carry out available. Credit cards accepted. Tickets can be purchased at: 216-337-2104, monique.pack3141@gmail.com, day evenings. Advance tickets: Adults $9, Kids $5, under 5 free
DATE: January 24th, 2020
PLACE: Parkman Community House Rt. 422.
TIME: 4:30-7:30
COST: Advance tickets: Adults $9.00 Kids $5.00 under 5 free.
