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.
Grief Support Group
Sundays
Grief Group meets every Sunday at 3 pm. The meetings are held at Garrettsville United Methodist Church and last about an 1 – 1 ½ hours. Everyone is welcome. For questions you can call the church at 330-527-2055.
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.
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.
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.
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 for lunches by three days – 330-889-2733.
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.
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.
200th Celebration
July 14
The Century inn is 200 years old! Food, fun, guided history tours, genealogy station, Amish history, family heirlooms, Chinese auction, T-shirts, vendors, Amish bake sale, barrel train rides, coloring pages, extended hours at The Depot. 10:00 a.m.-6:00 p.m. at Middlefield Historical Society, 14979 South State Ave. (Rt. 608), Middlefield Village.
Fort Huntsburg Band To Perform
July 14
Fort Huntsburg keepin-it-country will perform on Sat., July 14 from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Huntsburg bandstand, intersection of Rt. 322 and 528 sponsored by Huntsburg Grange. Free community event, international food, church bake sale, 50/50 raffle. Collecting food for Veterans-In-Need. Huntsburg Museum will be open.
Hiram Community Garage Sale
July 14
Hiram Recreation and Park Boards’ Community Garage Sale is July 14, 9 – 2 at Hiram Municipal Center 11617 Garfield Road Hiram 44234. This event is held along with Hiram Police’s Food Drive and Pet Adoption
Pathways Of Hope Family Picnic
July 14
The Salvation Army invites one and all to their Pathways of Hope Family Picnic 2018 on July 14 at the Renaissance Center, 9005 Wilverne Drive, Windham, OH. There will be face painting, a corn hole tournament, food, entertainment, a cake walk and other activities for everyone to enjoy. Bring your whole family for an afternoon of fun and games.
Hiram School Reunion
July 15
For anyone who attended Hiram School, the 25th Annual reunion will be held, Sunday, July 15, from 1- 4 p.m. at Troy Community Center, 13950 Main Market (St Rt. 422), Welshfield (Troy Twp.) Beverages, meat and table service will be provided. Last names A through R, please bring salad, fruit or vegetables. Last Names S through Z, please bring a dessert. Classes celebrating milestones:1943 – 75th, 1948 – 70th, 1953 – 65th, 1958 – 60th, 1963 – 55th, 1968 – 50th. If questions, contact Maryan – 330-569-7057, Barbara – 330-296-3732. Gary – 330-527-4457.
ALA Meeting
July 15
Attention Windham Ladies Aux. — come join us for our July Monthly meeting, July 15, at 1:00. Post 674 Windham. Much to discuss. Christmas is coming quicker than you think. Let us not forget our Veterans that need our help.
Polka Worship Service, Free Concert and Picnic
July 15
Come join the Chardon Polka Band as they lead a polka-style worship service at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road, Chardon on Sunday, July 15, 2018 at 9:30 a.m. Following the worship service, the Chardon Polka Band will present a free, two hour concert at the the church from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. A portion of the concert following the service will be devoted to the children in the audience. Members of the congregation will provide a free picnic lunch for those in attendance.
J.A. Garfield Historical Society Meeting
July 16
The James A Garfield Historical Society would like you to join us to listen to the stories of Rodger Pettit. Rodger has lived in Nelson all his life. He has always been active and helpful in his community, school and church. Come join us on Monday, July 16th, at 6:30, at the Mott building, located on the corner of High St. and Main St. A short business meeting will follow at 8 pm
Backyard Bible Club
July 16-20
First Baptist Church, Newton Falls will be offering a free outdoor Backyard Bible Club, Monday through Friday, July 16-20. This club is for children ages 4 years old through Grade 8 and will offer games, songs, Bible stories, crafts and snacks. The club will be held nightly from 6:30-8:30 PM at the Everett Greathouse Memorial Playground in the East River Gardens neighborhood of Newton Falls. For additional information please contact the church at (330) 872-7055.
Safety Village Sign-ups
register by July 17
Safety Village sign ups for incoming kindergartners until July 17th. Safety Village runs August 14-17 from 9-12 daily. Please contact Peggy Shay at 330-977-7326 for information.
Beekeeping Webinar
July 18
July 18th, 9- 10am. 2018 Bee Lab Webinar Series Presents MASTER BEEKEEPING INSTRUCTOR: INSECT/ANIMAL HUSBANDRY – WHAT YOU DO AND DON’T DO MATTERS! All webinars are free, and no registration is required. To Join a webinar, follow the link below and LOG IN AS A GUEST at about 8:55 EASTERN the day of the event: http://go.osu.edu/theOSUbuzz
Portage County Beekeepers Meeting
July 19
Portage County Beekeepers will hold their regular meeting on Thursday, July 19, from 7 pm – 9 pm at Maplewood Career Center, 7075 State Route 88, Ravenna, Ohio 44266. Frank Licata, General Manager of Mann Lake, will be speaking about honey bee nutrition. Free and open to the public. For further information, please contact Mary Lovin at 330-325-3028.
Car Show In The Park
July 21
Windham Car Show In The Park”. Saturday July 21, 2018 from 12pm to 6pm. There will be a $5.00 registration fee. Awards will be given to Best in Class. For more information Contact Cheryl at 234-600-8170.
Mantua Yard Sale
July 21
The Mantua Historical Society & The Mantua Restoration Society will hold a YARD SALE on Saturday, July 21st 10am-4pm on the Mantua Center Green at the corner of Rt 82 & Mantua Center Road.
A variety of items & fair prices!
Pricetown UMC Vacation Bible School
July 23-27
The Pricetown United Methodist Church, 4640 Pritchard-Ohltown Rd., Newton Falls, will be holding its annual Vacation Bible School, July 23 thru July 27, 2018, from 6pm to 8:30pm. Please join them for a week of fun and fellowship. This year’s theme is: “Moose on the Loose”. Youngsters (age 4 thru 12th grade) are invited to meet Jesus. They will enjoy Bible stories, music, games, crafts, snacks and the Country Store at the end of the week. Colors for the week: Monday – red; Tuesday – orange; Wednesday – blue; Thursday – green; Friday – camouflage or (green/brown). Please join us for a fantastic week!!!!! For more information, call 330-872-3801.
Rolling River Rampage
July 23-27
“Rolling River Rampage” Vacation Bible School will be held at the Wayland Community Church, 6355 Wayland Road, Wayland from July 23 – 27. The adventure begins each evening at 6:00 p.m. sharp and lasts until 8:30 p.m. This year’s theme focuses on Isaiah 43:2. All children age 3 through those who have finished grade 6 are welcome. There is no charge to attend. Our mission this year will benefit the Portage County Foster Care program. All parents and family are invited to the closing program Friday, the 27th, followed by a picnic. For more information call Anna at 330-654-2006 or Debbie at 330-358-2638.
RFC Summer Dinner
July 26
Renaissance Family Center 9005 Wilverne Dr. invites you a light summer dinner July 26th 5-6:30. Everyone is welcomed.
Permaculture & Sustainable Gardening
Aug 4
August 4th, 9am- 12pm. PERMACULTURE AND SUSTAINABLE GARDENING. Join Portage County OSU Extension Master Gardener Volunteers, Mary Lou Holly and Pamm McDowell as they discuss the principles of Permaculture design and creating a more holistic garden. They will give tips and advice for less weeding, attracting beneficial insect and animals using plant guilds to protect gardens, and rain water harvesting to reduce water needs. The program will also cover the importance of planting perennial vegetables, fruit, and flowers as part of embracing Permaculture and sustainability. 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
Grant-In-Aid-Program
Deadline Aug 6
The Omega Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, a society of women educators in Geauga County, is offering a grant-in-aid to a female student who is entering her senior year in college and is majoring in education. The applicant must be a graduate of a Geauga County high school. The deadline for completed applications is August 6, 2018. Interested applicants should contact Mrs. Deborah Hofstetter, Grant-in-Aid Committee, Delta Kappa Gamma, P.O. Box 313, Chardon, OH 44024.
The 6th Annual HomeGrown Geauga (Under the Dome)
Aug 11
Join Geauga Growth Partnership for an evening of food and spirits provided by participating chefs & restaurants, with music and other entertainment featuring home-grown talent for an unforgettable experience. Funds raised will benefit GGP’s Youth Workforce Development programs, provided to Geauga students with the goal of “Preparing Tomorrow’s Workforce Today.” Saturday, August 11, 2018, 5:30-9:00PM
ASM International, 9639 Kinsman Road, Materials Park (Russell Twp.), OH 44073
Admission tickets ($125 pp) are available now through ggp.home.qtego.net
Bee Lab Webinar
Aug 15
August 15th, 9- 10am. 2018 Bee Lab Webinar Series Presents ELIZABETH LONG, OSU ENTOMOLOGY: PROTECTING POLLINATORS FROM PESTICIDES. All webinars are free, and no registration is required. To Join a webinar, follow the link below and LOG IN AS A GUEST at about 8:55 EASTERN the day of the event: http://go.osu.edu/theOSUbuzz
Preparing Your Garden For Winter
Aug 30
August 30th, 630 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
