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 the church office at 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!
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!
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.
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.
Start Talking Portage
4th Thursday of Month
Start Talking Portage is a group of public and community partners who work together as a team to help fight the drug epidemic. We have a new location for our monthly meeting – Ravenna Library, 167 East Main Street, Ravenna Ohio in the Carlin room. Come and see what we are all about! Meetings are the 4th Thursday of each month, 6:30 p.m.
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.
Senior Center Corn Hole Sessions
Fridays
The Portage County Senior Center is continuing their Corn Hole session each Friday morning. They start playing at 10 and usually wrap up by 11:30. The game is played indoors and there are always lots of laughs, while also getting a little exercise. Seniors are welcome to join in on any Friday. For more information on this or other activities, the Senior Center can be reached at 330-297-3456, and they are located at 705 Oakwood St. (Floor G) in Ravenna.
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.
Crafters Wanted
Lordstown Apple Cider Festival will hold its annual Craft Show Saturday & Sunday, September 21 & 22, 2019. Indoor & outdoor spaces are available. Anyone interested in a space or for more info should contact: Sue Minor at Ph. (330) 824-3777 or email: sue_minor@aol.com.
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.
Summer Break For Free Dinners
There will be no free community dinners held at the Windham American Legion during the months of July and August. Dinners will resume Tuesday, Sept 24.
Annual Rummage Sale
July 26 & 27
Christ Lutheran will be holding their annual Rummage Sale Friday, July 26 and Saturday, July 27 from 9 am to 1 pm. There will be a large collection to choose from. Please come and see what is available. The church is located at 10827 North Main Street, Mantua. Call the church for more info at 330-274-2849 or Diane at 330-274-2868.
“Gilligan’s Island, A Musical”
July 26 & 27
The Garrettsville Curtains up Theatre will perform “Gilligan’s Island, A Musical” by Hope Juber and Laurence Juber. The production runs July 26 and 27th @ 7 pm. Produced by special arrangements with Playscripts, Inc., “Gilligan’s Island” will be performed in the James A. Garfield, Middle School’s, Iva Walker Auditorium. Tickets are available at the door for $10.00-adults, $8.00 for seniors over 65 and children under 12 – groups of 15 or more $5.00. Directed by Clair Workman and
Musical Direction by Eric Juzkiw.
Sponsored by Ryser Insurance and Ohio Health Benefits
Windham Community Yard Sales
July 26-28
2019 Village of Windham 4th Annual Community Yard Sale will be held Friday July 26th – Sunday July 28th from 9:00 am – 5:00 pm. If you wish to be included on the map, it will be a $10.00 fee. Sign-up sheet is at the village office.
Eagles Club Steak Dinner
July 27
Garrettsville Eagles Club, 8149 Water St will be having a steak dinner on July 27 from 4-7:30.
Choices for dinner are 12oz porterhouse, 10oz strip steak, or 2) 5oz boneless, skinless chicken breasts. Side dishes will include baked potato, French fries, green beans, mushrooms, grilled onions, applesauce and salad.
Share Your Historic Photos
July 29
Anyone with historic photos of Freedom Township or the surrounding areas is invited to a Portage County Memories Scanning Session from 9 am to 11 am July 29 at the Freedom Community Center, 8940 S.R. 700. General interest photos taken from the 1800s to 1939 will be accepted for digital scanning. All photos will be returned to their owners during the scanning session. Photos scanned may be included in the forthcoming book “Portage County Memories: A Photographic History of the Early Years.” To learn more or to download a submission form follow the links at https://www.freedomtwphistoricalsociety-pc.com/
Vacation Bible School
July 29 – Aug 2
Christ Lutheran Church will be holding Vacation Bible School July 29 – August 2 from 6 – 8:30 pm. Splash Canyon is this year’s theme. Children and Adults are invited to attend. Please call the Church at 330-274-2849 for more into.
Take The Plunge
July 29 – Aug 1
It’s HERE! Come Join Us for V.B.S. Theme: “Take The Plunge” – Make a splash for Jesus. Who: Kids Ages 3yrs thru 6th grade. Where: Garrettsville United Methodist Church, 8223 Park Ave., Garrettsville, OH 44231 When: July 29th to Aug 1st (Mon – Thur), Time: 6 – 7:45 PM
Sign up your child here:
https://www.surveymonkey.com/r/9K5YKJG or Call the church office @ 330-527-2055
Special Rotary Meeting
July 30
On Tuesday, July 30 at the Cellar Door Coffee Shop from 6:00 to 8:00 p.m., Rotarian Mike Keas will present pictures and narration of his recently-completed adventure going down the Colorado River through the Grand Canyon–a once-in-a-lifetime, bucket list trip. This is a free program and the public is invited to come and enjoy the ride…and the coffee.
Retired Handbags For Retired Greyhounds Auction
July 31
Coach, Michael Kors, Brighton, Thirty-One, Vera Bradley – just to mention a few of the amazing New or Gently Used Designer Handbags being offered at Freeway’s Greyt Escape, Inc.’s silent auction on July 31st at Sugar Bush Golf Club. Registration 6:30 with bidding until 8:15 PM. More info at www.FreewaysGreytEscape.com or Diana at 239-470-6429. Help support greyhound rescue and adoption.
Eagles Club Entertainment
Aug 2
On Friday August 2nd, Carol Procas will be performing on our patio from 7:00-10:00. The club located at 8149 Water St, Garrettsville, will be open to the public from 6:00 to 11:00.
Free Book Bag Giveaway
Aug 4
Free book bags filled with school supplies — while supplies last on Aug 4, from 3 – 4 at Newton Falls American Legion, 2025 E. River Road, Newton Falls, OH 44444 CHILDREN MUST BE PRESENT
Opioid Awareness Music Festival
Aug 11
Addiction has affected countless lives in our community. On average, 130 Americans die every day from opioid overdose. Almost everyone now knows a neighbor, a friend, a sibling, a son or a daughter struggling with addiction. With that in mind, local musicians and the addiction recovery programs of Family & Community Services have teamed up to inspire positive change through the Opioid Awareness Music Festival to be held on Aug 11 from 12:00pm – 9:00pm at Hometown Bank Plaza, 203 N Water Street in Kent.
SUPER JOY: Learning To Celebrate Everyday Life
Aug 12
Monthly Book Review & Discussion at the Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Avenue. Monday, August 12th, 2019, 9:30am: The book’s Author, Psychiatrist Paul Pearsall, PhD emphasizes the rewards of “Joyology”. Each chapter is followed with a short quiz intended to help recognize individual needs. A stimulating hour is shared exchanging impressions & opinions. Presented by Dr J Patella in cooperation with Garrettsville YMCA. Community members welcome: No fee. Membership & book not required. Questions: YMCA (330)469-2044.
Learn About Ohio’s Historic Canals
Aug. 13
Danny Back will give a PowerPoint presentation on Ohio’s Canal Era: 1832-1913 at 7 pm Aug. 13 at the Shalersville Town Hall at the intersection of SR 303 and 44. Mr. Back is a nationally known expert on river history, canals, and steamboats. The presentation includes many rare and unique scenes and draws on Mr. Back’s extensive research. Mr. Back’s many accomplishments include presenting programs aboard the Delta Queen and other historic steamboats, appearing in the PBS documentary “Take the River,” and consulting with several museums and historical societies. This program is co-hosted by the Freedom Township Historical Society and the Shalersville Historical Society. It is free and open to the public.
Community Day
Aug 17
Community Day hosted by New Mercies Community Church Together we are better!! Free event for all on August 17th, 11am -4pm!! Professional face painting, balloons, bounce house, obstacle course, crafts, food, live music and more. Something for everyone! 12767 Butternut Road, Burton located on the corner of Aquilla and Butternut Road in Burton, Ohio
Free Community Meals
Aug 19
The Free Community Meals held at Christ Lutheran Church, 10827 N Main Street, Mantua will be held on Monday, August 19 from 5 – 6:30 pm. Please come and enjoy a delicious meal and visit with friends and neighbors. Look forward to having you visit.
Women’s Equality Day at the Ballpark
Aug 25
The League of Women Voters, in conjunction with Girls on the Run, Girls Scouts of Northeast Ohio and Sigma DeltaTheta, are partnering to bring you WOMEN’S EQUALITY DAY at the BALLPARK! The Akron Rubberducks have declared Sunday, August 25, as Women’s Equality Day at the ballpark. Come celebrate 100 years of Women’s Right to Vote! The game begins at 2:05 PM. The coalition will be presenting the colors, singing the National Anthem, registering voters, suffragists parading around the bases before the game, throwing out the first pitch, and MUCH MORE. Tickets, which are usually $11, can be purchased for only $7. One dollar of each ticket will be donated to the League of Women Voters. Tickets at this special price can only be purchased here: https://groupmatics.events/s/other/womensequality. WEAR WHITE to show your support for the suffragists!
Senior Celebration
Sept 10
The Portage Senior Services Network has been diligently planning for this year’s “Senior Celebration” and has a date and location. The event will be held on Tuesday, September 10th at Underwood Hall in The Kent American Legion. This is an annual event where we celebrate and crown one senior “King” and “Queen” who goes above and beyond for their community. The committee is working to keep the ticket price at a low $10 again this year, and tkts. should be available by the week of August 5th. Nominating applications can be picked up at Home Instead Senior Care or The Portage County Senior Center. The theme is “Senior Pick of the Patch” and there will be square dancers, a luncheon, and lots of freebies and gift baskets available. Please be on the lookout for future information as it becomes available.
