Garrettsville Eagles Club Events
Garrettsville Eagles Club will be open to the public during Summer Fest. We will have hot dogs and roast beef sandwiches for sale all three days.
Saturday June 23rd, sign up for Yardzee 1-3:00. Start rolling at 3:00, there will be a prize for the winner.
June 30th we will have a steak fry from 4-7:30. Choice of a 12oz porterhouse or a 10oz strip steak for $13. There is also a grilled skinless chicken breast dinner available for $9.
This fall we are going to have our 2nd clambake, date, time and tickets will be available soon.
Open Observatory Night
Stephens Memorial Observatory of Hiram College will be open for public observing Saturday, June 23, from 9:00 to 11:00 PM. Given good skies, visitors will see wonderful views of the Moon and giant planet Jupiter with moons of its own. Other objects of interest, such as star clusters, will also be sought, using the Observatory’s vintage telescope.
The June event represents a late start to the observatory’s public outreach season caused by an operational problem with the observatory building built in 1939. The problem has been corrected and a full season’s schedule of public events is expected.
Cloudy skies at the scheduled starting time cancel the event and in that case, the observatory will not open. No reservations are required and there is no admission fee for observatory public nights.
The Observatory is located on Wakefield Road (Rt. 82) less than a quarter of a mile west of Route 700 in Hiram. There is no parking at the Observatory. Visitors may park on permissible side streets near the Post Office, a short distance east of the observatory.
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.
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.The County Clothing Center provides clothing free of charge to any Portage County resident who needs it. The Center is a program of Family & Community Services, Inc.
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. We will also feature a pasta supper Fri. night and a luncheon on Sat. A Chinese auction will also be an attraction. Free parking and free admittance.
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.
Trunk-n-Treasure Sale
June 23
Immaculate Conception Council 1417 of the Knights of Columbus and the Chestnut Grove Art District will be hosting a Trunk-n-Treasure Sale; an Outdoor Flea Market. The sale will take place at the Immaculatre Conception parking lot, 251 W. Spruce Avenue in Ravenna on June 23, 2018. Sale will be from 9:00 am to 2:00pm rain or shine.
Freedom Historical Society Clean-Up Day
June 23
The Freedom Township Historical Society is hosting a clean-up day starting at 9 am June 23 at the one-room schoolhouse, 7276 S.R. 303. Anyone who is able is invited to come and help clean up the landscaping on the property. We will work until around lunchtime, but everyone is invited to come out and help, even if it’s only for an hour. If possible, bring a pair of gardening gloves, and outdoor tools such as rakes, clippers, wheelbarrows, etc. Bottled water will be provided.
Chicken BBQ Dinner
June 23
Lake Milton Presbyterian Church, 942 Grandview Road, will be having its annual Chicken BBQ Dinner Saturday June 23 from 12 – 5 PM. Dinner includes half a chicken, 2 sides, roll, dessert and drink. Adult dinners will be $9.00 and child dinners will be $6.00.
Blood Drive
June 25
Middlefield Library is partnering with the American Red Cross to host local blood drives. The drive will be held on Monday, June 25th, from 2 to 7 pm in the conference room of the library. The need for blood is constant and your contribution is important for a healthy and reliable blood supply. You’ll feel good knowing you’ve helped change a life. Give the Gift of Life, Give Blood! To register for drive please go online at:
http://www.redcrossblood.org/ or by calling the Red Cross (800)733-2767) for appointment Walk-ins welcome!
Time Lab VBS
June 25-29
Crossroads Community Church
9018 State Route 44 Ravenna, Ohio 44266 will be holding a Vacation Bible School from June 25th-29th from 9A-12P
Welcoming children 3yrs-6th grade. Register @ www.thecrossroads.cc or call 330.296.6729
Free Community Dinner
June 26
Free Community Dinner on Tuesday June 26th from 5:00 pm till 6:00 pm at the Windham American Legion at 9960 Center St. Windham, Ohio. Sponsored by Saint Nicholas Samaritan Outreach in Warren, Ohio. Everyone is Welcomed!
String Art
June 26
The Portage County Senior Center will be hosting local artist Megan Summers, who will be here to teach “String Art” on June 26th from 10-11:30. The art room has limited space so sign-up is required. There is no cost, but donations to help with the cost of supplies are appreciated. You may call 330-297-3456 to sign-up, or can stop by at 705 Oakwood St., in Ravenna.
Meet Me In The Garden
June 27
June 27th, 7:00pm. MEET ME IN THE GARDEN SERIES: THE WONDERFUL WORLD OF SUCCULENTS. Learn how to add a wow factor to your garden with succulent that produce a wide variety of colors and shapes throughout the entire growing season. FREE. Learn more at: http://www.summitmastergardeners.org/
Community Dinner At RFC
June 28
For your dining pleasure, Tom is back and cooking up a storm for the Community Dinner.
June 28th, 5-6:30 at the Renaissance Family Center 9005 Wilverne Dr. Windham.
Rummage Sale
June 28-30
New Mercies Community Church, 2767 Butternut Rd in Burton is having a rummage sale June 28,29 & 30 from 9 am till 4 pm Donations can be accepted until June 27. We have alot of nice things. Follow us on facebook for pictures. For more info contact Sue Finney at 330 274 7093.
God Provides A Meal
June 29
God provides a free meal at Nelson United Methodist church 9367 SR 305 June 29 from 4 to 6. Jumbo hot dogs – baked beans – Cole slaw – dessert.
Library Closed for Independence Day
July 4
All offices and branch libraries of the Portage County District Library will be closed on Wednesday, July 4, in observance of Independence Day. With the exception of Windham Library, whose normal service hours resume on Thursday, July 5, all other branch libraries will resume their service hours on Friday, July 6.
Vacation Bible School
July 8-13
Vacation Bible School will be held July 8-13 from 6:00-8:30 PM at First Baptist Church, 2640 South Canal Street, Newton Falls. The VBS is free and open to all children ages 4 years old through Grade 6. The theme this year is “Game On!” and is a sports-related them. Registration may be made online at: www.fbcnewtonfalls.com or by contacting the church office: (330) 872-7055.
Rolling River Rampage
July 9 -13
You’re invited to experience the ride of a lifetime with God during Rolling River Rampage VBS 2018 at Maplewood Christian Church! This adventure will include music, science, crafts, recreation, and interactive Bible lessons that will equip children for an active life with God and explore how to serve God and God’s mission for their lives. Held July 9 – 13 from 5:45 – 8:30 p.m. Children ages 3 – 14 are welcome. Maplewood Christian Church, 7300 S.R. 88 in Ravenna. For more information about our Vacation Bible School, call 330-297-6424 or email vbs.maplewoodcc@gmail.com. Register at www.maplewoodcc.org by clicking on the vbs tab.
Making Sense of Native and Invasive Plants
July 11
July 11th, 530- 7pm. MAKING SENSE OF NATIVE AND INVASIVE PLANTS. Join OSU Extension Educator Robin Christensen as she talks about native and invasive plants around your home and woodlot. Learn how make sense of your surrounding vegetation, manage your land better for wildlife, and protect your timber investment. Whether you own a half acre or 20, this program will give you tips and strategies to help you become a better steward of your land. This free program is being held at OSU Extension’s office at 705 Oakwood St., Suite 101 in Ravenna. To register, call 330-296-6432 or email Christensen.227@osu.edu
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. Vendor space 10×10 is $15 or if you wish to be added to a residential map and get a sign may be purchased for $10 Proceeds benefit the Hiram Village Parks.
To reserve space Call 330-569-7677 or email: park.board2.hvoh@gmail.com this event is held along with Hiram Police’s Food Drive and Pet Adoption
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
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.
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.
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.
