Earn Your GED/HSE
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Maplewood Career Center’s Aspire Program offers free classes and materials for GED/HSE preparation for anyone that is 16 years of age or older. We have sites throughout Portage County with classes all year round in the morning, afternoon, evening, or online. Don’t delay your education any longer. Sign up for classes today by calling (330) 235-0020.
Farmington Senior Center Breakfasts
Mondays
Senior Center will be open for breakfast Monday mornings 7am to Noon. We will be COVID compliant, so PLEASE call 330-889-2733, as reservations are highly recommended. Temperatures will be taken at the door and anyone reading a temp of 100 deg will be turned away. Call with questions/concerned 330-889-2733.
Wing Night at the Eagles Club
Tuesdays
Every Tuesday:wings with purchase of a beverage.Open to public 5:00- 8:00. The Eagles Club is located at 8149 Water Street, Garrettsville. Public Welcome!
Drum Movement Class
Wednesdays
The Portage County Senior Center has begun a new “Drum” movement class to foster simple movements and stretches, all the while having lots of fun to music. Senior friends currently join together on Wednesday mornings at 9:30 for a simple 25 minute session that can be done sitting or standing. As attendance increases, a potential Monday or other days will be added. For more information on this or other programming, they can be reached at 330-297-3456. They are located at 705 Oakwood St. (Floor G) in Ravenna and are open to all Portage County seniors aged 60 and up.
COVID-19 Vaccine Appointements Available
Call Today
Appointments available for the Johnson & Johnson COVID-19 vaccine at Garrettsville Family Pharmacy (8295 Windham St, Garrettsville, OH 44231). You can get more information and/or schedule an appointment by calling 330-527-4349. There is NO CHARGE to the customer.
Magnolia Market
June 25
Visit the Magnolia Market on June 25 from 5:00pm-9:00pm
at the First United Methodist Church, 263 S. Prospect St.
Ravenna, Ohio 44266 for live music, crafts, vendor & food.
Where’s the Wildlife?
June 26
Join Ranger Elizabeth at 6:30 pm on June 26 as you discover the most popular animals found in the area and how to best interact with them. Who knows – you might even see some of the locals! Michael J. Kirwan Dam is located at 5767 Wayland Rd, Ravenna, OH 44266.
St. Ambrose Church 61st Chicken Dinner & Raffle
June 26 & 27
Come join us for our well known delicious chicken dinner on Sat June 26 & Sun June 27–12noon to 6pm both days! Dinners are $12 for adults and $8 for kids. Dine in the hall, dine in the tent or take home! Money Raffle for $500, $250 and $100! Raffles for TV, gas grill, local gift card basket, lottery tree, wine basket and more! Drawings at 6pm – winners need not be present! Hotdogs, chips and pop will be available also!
Chardon Polka Band Service, Concert & Picnic
June 27
Come enjoy the Chardon Polka Band as they lead a polka-filled worship service at Celebration Lutheran Church, 10621 Auburn Road, Chardon on Sunday, June 27, 2021 at 9:30 a.m. Following the worship service, the Chardon Polka Band will present a free, two hour concert at the church from 11 a.m.-1 p.m. Members of the congregation will provide a picnic lunch for those in attendance. If you plan on attending the worship service and/or the concert, please bring a lawn chair. And bring the kids for this family-friendly event! A free-will offering will be taken to benefit Hope for Kids Geauga, a non-profit helping children in need. Event will be held rain or shine.
Hiram’s 4th of July Festivities
July 2
The Hiram Firefighters Association will be hosting Hiram’s annual 4th of July festivities on Friday, July 2nd. There will be a Bike Rodeo, Parade, and Fireworks. Times and location will be posted at a later date.The association is looking for donations to fund this event. Please contact the Firefighters association for more information. Hiramchief2@gmail.com or 330-569-9826
Scavenger Hunt at Kirwan Dam
July 2
You never know what you’ll find at the Visitor Center – Join Ranger Lily at 6:30 pm in investigating the outdoors to see what you can find. Winners of the scavenger hunt will collect special prizes! Michael J. Kirwan Dam is located at 5767 Wayland Rd, Ravenna, OH 44266.
Kiwanis Hot Dog Dinners
July 2
Kiwanis Hot Dog Dinners for sale, Friday, July 2, 2021 4:00-6:30pm at Hiram Christian Church, corner of Routes 82 and 700 in Hiram Village. Each lunch consists of an all-beef hot dog, choice of chips and
choice of soda or water. $5.00 each, 4 or more $4.00 each.
Kiwanis of the Western Reserve supports charities for youth throughout the Northern Portage area. Contact: 330-685-2747 for more information.
Library Closed Independence Day
July 5
Portage County District Library (PCDL) will be closed Monday, July 5, in observance of Independence Day. All branches and offices will resume normal library service hours Tuesday, July 6. Not to worry though, as PCDL’s Digital Library never closes and it is available 24/7, 365 days. Visit www.portagelibrary.org and click on the Digital Library tab. Enjoy digital movies, TV shows, music, eBooks, audiobooks, graphic novels, comics, and magazines using your PCDL card.
July Sidewalk and Community Garage Sale in Middlefield
July 9 & 10
Friday, July 9 from 3 – 5 pm. and Saturday, July 10, 2021 9am-5pm. Business Sidewalk Sales, watch for special drawing and contests inside the businesses too. Residents in the area are invited and encouraged to join on this July weekend to hold private Garage Sales to stop in All through the Middlefield Village area. (Village residents visit middlefieldohio.com for required permit, no charge for permit. Raffle Ticket at $10 each to win a $2000.00 Electric Bike from Pedego Electric Bikes of Middlefield. 15960 E. High St., Middlefield 440-632-3010. Raffle Tickets are being sold at Pedego Electric Bikes in Middlefield, Shetler Office Solutions, RadioActive Electronics and various other locations in Middlefield until 2:00 pm July 10, 2021. Drawing will be at the end of the Garage Sale, at Pedego Electric Bikes, July 10th at 3:00 pm. Sponsored by the Middlefield Chamber of Commerce 440-632-5705 mccinfo@middlefieldcc.com.
MHS Garage Sale
July 9 & 10
Middlefield Historical Society will hold its annual garage sale (in conjunction with Middlefield Chamber of Commerce’s community-wide sale) from 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. Find books, craft supplies, housewares and many more treasures. Prices reduced at 2:00 p.m. on Saturday. Sale held at Century Inn Underloft, 14979 South State Ave. (Rt. 608), Middlefield Village. Call 440-241-2192 for more information.
Christmas In July Craft & Vendor Show
July 10
The Freedom Community & Park Boosters is hosting a Christmas in July Craft and Vendor Show on Saturday, July 10, 2021 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. The show will be held at the Freedom Community Park located at 6836 Streeter Rd., Mantua, 44255 (corners of St. Rt. 700 and Streeter Rd.) Vendors are still being accepted. Contact Jennifer Derthick at 330-931-8227 or at freedomparkboosters@gmail.com. Santa Claus will be there making his rounds so you can tell her Christmas wishes early!!
Flea Market
July 10
Geauga County Ohio Horseman’s Council’s benefit Flea Market will be held on Saturday, July 10, 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at The West Woods, picnic shelter area located at
9465 Kinsman Road, Russell Township
SUPER JOY: Learning To Celebrate Everyday Life
July 12
10:00AM Monday, July 12th join the Montly Book Review & Discussion at the Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Avenue. 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 are not required. Questions: YMCA (330)469-2044.
Mayfield Church Rummage Sale
July 15 &16
A Rummage Sale will be held at the Mayfield United Methodist Church, 7747 Mayfield Rd., Chesterland.
The hours are: Thursday, July 15 – 8 am Early Bird Special – $10 No charge for admittance for rest of sale.Thursday, July 15, (9 am – 6 pm)Friday, July 16, (9 am – 3 pm)The sale has something for everyone.
All proceeds are for missions.
Church Jam Sessions
July 16
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 July 16 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 330-562-9801
UnbeLEAFable Patterns
July 17
Explore and preserve nature by creating leaf rubbings! Led by Ranger Elizabeth, this program will have you learning leaf shapes and functions, while also creating some art to take home. Materials will be provided. Program will be held at 6:30 pm on July 17th at Michael J. Kirwan Dam is located at 5767 Wayland Rd, Ravenna, OH 44266.
Apple Cider Festival Craft Show
Sept 25 & 26
Lordstown Apple Cider Festival will hold its annual Craft Show Saturday & Sunday, September 25, & 26, 2021. 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.
