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.
Zucchini Cookbook For Sale
Are you looking for a nice gift for your loved one? Then this is the gift for you. Southington Garden Club has for sale a cookbook of 500 recipes using Zucchini
.The cookbook has recipes from appetizers to desserts all using Zucchini. The cookbook is $13.00 which includes postage. Send the check to Southington Garden Club @ Evelyn Wibert 2959 Leiby Osbourne Road, Southington, Ohio 44470.
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.
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.
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.
God Provides A Free Meal
July 27
God provides a free meal at Nelson United Methodist church 9367 SR. 305 July 27 – 4 to 6:00. Sloppy joes – salad – chips – cake.
Eagles Steak Fry
July 28
On July 28 the Garrettsville Eagles will have a steak fry from 4-7:30. Public is welcome.
Chicken Dinner
Aug 1
Southington UMC, St Rt 305 & 534, Southington, Oh will be holding a Chicken Dinner, on Wednesday, August 1st, 2018, 3:30 to 6:00. The menu includes: one fourth of a chicken, scalloped potatoes, green beans, applesauce, coleslaw, homemade desserts, beverage. Price Adults $9.00, Children/Chicken Tenders dinner Children ages 4-10 $4.50, Children 3 and under free. Carry Outs available. Call 330-898-2156.
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
Pancakes in the Park!
Aug 5
Last one of the season. Rain or Shine! Sunday, August 5th at Kiwanis Moore Park, 35 W. Pioneer Trail, Aurora from 9:00am – 11:00am. Bring your family, friends, and neighbors along with your appetite for pancakes, sausage, juice & coffee made by Freedom Greyhound Rescue’s own volunteers. Adults: $6, Kids: $4; Kids 3 yrs. and under are free! Take your chance at winning our Basket Raffle & 50/50 raffle. All well-behaved dogs on leashes welcome! For more information: www.freedomgreyhoundrescue.org; call 330-562-0555 or email rescue1.fgr@gmail.com .
Free School Supply Give Away
Aug 5
Free school supply give away (while supplies last) will be held on Aug 5 from 3-4 pm at the Newton Falls American Legion, 2025 East River Rd. Children MUST be present!
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.
Garrettsville UMC Vacation Bible School
Aug 6-9
Attention preschool-6th graders! You are invited to Vacation Bible School at the United Methodist Church of Garrettsville August 6-9th, 6-7:45 pm! Preregister to guarantee a spot! Forms can be picked up at the church @ 8223 Park Ave during office hours. Call 330-527-2055 for more information. Can’t wait to see you!!!
Monthly Book Review & Discussion Group
Aug 6
Monday, August 6th at 9:30am with the cooperation of the Garrettsville YMCA, Dr. J Patella presents & reviews, the book: A STILL, SMALL VOICE: A Psychic’s Guide to Awakening Intuition. Author, famed psychic Echo Bodine turns to a subject she knows and is passionate about: INTUITION. She explores the various internalized voices and emotions that can mask one’s intuition.It is not necessary to have your own copy. There is no cost & YMCA membership is not required. Please stop in for a stimulating exchange of impressions and opinions at the Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave, at 9:30am for the Monthly Monday Book Review & Discussion group. Questions – call the YMCA (330)469-2044
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
Chicken Dinner & Car Show
Aug 19
SS. Edward and Lucy Parish invite you to our 10th Annual Chicken Dinner & Car Show on Sunday, August 19, 11am-6pm at 16150 Center St. in Parkman. We will have Classic Cars & Trucks, a Chinese Auction, Raffles, Bingo and Games for the family. Our delicious BBQ chicken dinner is completely homemade and is only $11 for Adults and $6 for children 10 & under. We are giving away goodie bags and dash plaques to the first 100
show cars. We have over 400 Chinese auction items to bid on. Drawing on Sunday and winner need not be present. FUN FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
Growing Up In Mantua
Aug 20
Kathy Havener will speak about “Growing Up in Mantua 1940-1960” at the Mantua Historical Society meeting on Monday, Aug. 20th at 7:00pm in the Mantua Center Town Hall, located on the Historic Green at the corner of 82 & Mantua Center Rd. We will also have items from that era on display. Refreshments will be served & the museum will also be open.
Middlefield Chamber of Commerce Golf Outing
Aug 24
The Middlefield Chamber of Commerce Annual Golf Outing is Friday, August 24 at Rolling Green Golf Club in Huntsburg, Tim Frank Septic Cleaning Company of Huntsburg is sponsoring this event. Register to play by calling 440-632-5705 or email mccinfo@middlefieldcc.com $75 individual/$300 a team, tee off is 9:00 am. Door Prizes for Every Player, and a “$10,000 Hole in One” Prize, If you don’t want to play,but would like to come to the lunch at the end of golf – the cost is $20 a person at about 2:00-2:30 (when the players get in). This is a fun event.
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
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 following classes will be honored this year: 1938, 1948, 1958, 1968, 1978, and 1988.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.
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.
