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.
2019 J.A.G Annual PTO Rummage Sale
coming in May!!
We are asking for any/all donations. We will be giving tax deductible receipts this year and signature for Volunteer hours (NHS). Volunteers are needed for set up/sale day. For more info contact: Christy @ 330-396-1680 or Murphchristy84@gmail.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.
Kindergarten Registration
Call Today
The James A. Garfield School District is taking reservations for Kindergarten registration for children that will turn age 5 before August 1, 2019. Registration will take place at the Elementary on Thursday, March 21, Friday, March 22 and Monday, March 25, 2019. Please call the Elementary School office at 330-527-2184 to schedule an appointment.
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!
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!
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.
Start Talking Portage
4th Tuesday 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 Tuesday of each month, 6:00 pm to 8:00 pm.
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.
Wednesday Dinners at Garrettsville UMC
through April 10
The Garrettsville United Methodist Church will be hosting Soup & Sandwiches every Wednesday during Lent (March 13, March 20, March 27, April 3, April 10) from 4:30pm to 6:30pm. Donations are welcome. Bring your friends and enjoy an evening of great fellowship. We are located on Park Avenue near the YMCA.
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.
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.
Story Time at Mantua Center Christian Church
Thursdays
Children ages 2-5 are invited, along with their accompanying adult (siblings are welcome too) every Thursday to STORY TIME, 10:30 -11:30 a.m. at the Mantua Center Christian Church, 4118 SR 82. No cost to families and fun for all! No need to sign up. This program follows the Crestwood School schedule.
MCC Storytime Adventure
1st & 3rd Thursday
1st & 3rd Thursday of each month through May 16 from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. at Maplewood Christian Church 7300 State Route 88 in Ravenna. Come for stories, crafts, music and movement for children ages 2 – 5 (adults stay for fun, siblings welcome). We will not meet if Ravenna Schools are closed.
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.
American Legion Fish Fry
through April 19
The Lake Milton American Legion Fish Fry is back! Serving every Friday from February 1- April 19 from 3-7 p.m. at the 737 Legion Hall located at 16465 Milton Ave, Lake Milton. Haddock Fish dinners, Chicken or Shrimp that includes french fries, coleslaw, roll & drink for $10.50. Children’s Fish, Shrimp, or Chicken nuggets with fries, colelsaw or applesauce, roll & drink for $5.50. New! Haluski Dinner with coleslaw & roll for $6.00 Perogies $4.50 Extra fish $4.50 Haluski $3.50 Carry out available, call 330-654-5630. All funds raised used for veterans’ programs and veteran families
Youth Shotgun Shoot
March 16
The Streetsboro Sportsman Association is hosting a youth shotgun clinic on March 16 at 9:00AM. For more information or to register please contact Russ Vandercook at 330-274-3566 . More info on this and other competitions at the club are available on the Streetsboro Sportsman Association Facebook page. The club is located at 11280 Bloom Road, Nelson Township 44231.
Mantua Free Clothing Giveaway
March 16
The next free clothing giveaway is being held on March 16th, from 9 A.M. til noon, at 11741 Mantua Center Rd., Mantua Township. It is in the old Mantua Center School, at the corners of St. Rt. 82 and Mantua Center Rd. We are still offering loads of winter clothing for all sizes , esp. ladies. We no longer have shoes, accessories, or linens, due to lack of space for storage! Everyone is welcome; no questions asked; no paperwork to fill out!
Spring Craft & Vendor Show
March 16
The Freedom Community and Park Boosters Spring craft and vendor show will be Saturday, March 16 from 10 to 4. We will be having crafters and vendors in two buildings, the Freedom Town Hall and the Freedom Community Center. The Three Lil’ Piggies BBQ Food Truck will be on-site for all of your lunch needs. There will be a 50/50 and basket raffles. Any questions please contact Jennifer Derthick at freedomparkboosters@gmail.com or 330-931-8227.
Designing A Sustainable Landscape
March 16
Join Portage County Master Gardener Volunteers, Pamela McDowell and Mary Lou Holly on March 16, 9am – 12pm as they discuss the garden principles and designs to help you create a beautiful and functional landscape. You’ll learn how to divide your yard into sections to develop plans that work with the strengths of your yard to optimize plant, environment, and human health. Many of the principles discussed will be based on permaculture design practices that are low maintenance once established. This hands-on program will allow you to analyze your own backyard and leave with a prioritized plan. Learn more at portage.osu.edu
Garfield Historical Society Open For St. Patrick’s Day
March 16
Be sure to stop in at the Mott Building while downtown for the St Patrick’s Day shenanigans. The James A Garfield Historical Society will be open from 12-4 pm. Also available are Scott Lawless’ book, “Where’s my Milkman?” Books are just $14. Be sure to get your copy now, supplies are limited.
Eagles Club To Celebrate St. Patricks Day Weekend!
March 16 & 17
Corned Beef dinners and sandwiches open to public March 16th & 17th, St. Patricks Weekend! The Eagles Club is located at 8149 Water Street, Garrettsville.
Pancake Madness!
March 16 & 23
Join us on two consecutive Saturdays for March Pancake Madness! Breakfast will include regular or buckwheat pancakes and REAL Maple Syrup, a wonderful toppings bar, sausage, juice and coffee. We will serve from 8:00 until 11:00 on the 16th and 23rd. Pancakes and toppings are all-you-can-eat! Breakfast is; $8 per adult, $4 kids 3-12, and children of 2-years and under eat FREE! Proceeds will benefit our church ministries. Please come for breakfast and visit our beautiful, historic, 200 year-old church. All are welcome! Atwater Congregational Church, 1237 State Route 183, Atwater, Ohio 44201
St Patrick’s Day Pancakes at Hambden Grange
March 17
Hambden Grange 2482 is serving an AYCE Pancake Breakfast for St Patrick’s Day with corn fritters, maple syrup, sausage, fruit, cocoa and coffee on Sunday, March 17th from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm. The Grange is located at 9778 Old State Road, Chardon.
The cost is $7 for Adults and $3 for Children 10 and under.
Pancake & Sausage Breakfasts
March 17 & 24
Join us at the Parkman Community House (16295 Main Market – Rt. 422) for our annual Pancakes and Sausage Breakfasts Sundays in March: from 9:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Adults eat for $8.00; children – $4.00 (Pre-schoolers are free). Take-outs are also available. You can even buy some sausage to take home and enjoy after our pancake breakfasts are done for the year.
Singing Weavers To Minister
March 17
The Singing Weavers will minister in song on Sunday, March 17th during the 10:30 a.m. service at The First Congregational Church of Freedom 8961 St Rt 88 in Freedom township on the triangle of Routes 303, 700 and 88.
Organic Vegetable School
March 18
Join industry experts and researchers on March 18 from 9-3, for a day full of the latest information on organic vegetable production for your small farm. Topics include: Weed Management Options, Insect & Disease Management, with discussions of the most effective OMRI approved chemicals. Cost is $25/person. Learn more at https://portage.osu.edu/events/organic-vegetable-school
Learn to Swim with the Waterdawgs – Session 1
March 18, 19, 20, 21, 22
(7:00-7:45pm)
The Hiram College Swim Team is offering swim lessons for beginners through strong swimmers starting at age 4. All levels are offered. You choose at least 4 dates ($48 per child) or 5 dates ($60 per child). To register, email sorrickmw@hiram.edu or call 330.569.5343. Space is limited.
Make-and-take natural multipurpose cleaner
March 19
Many people have stopped purchasing conventional cleaning products, due to all the hazardous chemicals they contain, and have been using homemade cleaning recipes instead. Not only will adding essential oils to DIY cleaning mixes totally boost cleaning power, but it will make your home smell amazing- no artificial fragrances required.
$5 material fee due at the time of class, payable to instructor
March 19 at 7 pm at the Middlefield Library, 16167 E. High St., Middlefield
Book Discussion Club To Meet
March 19
The Book Discussion Club of the Garrettsville branch of the Portage County District Library will meet on Tuesday March 19, 2019, in the library meeting room at 5:00p.m. The month’s selection is: The Readers of Broken Wheel Recommend By Katarina Bivald. Sara Lindqvist leaves Sweden to meet Amy Harris, her American pen pal in Broken Wheel, Iowa. Although Amy has died, the townspeople welcome Sara and she decides to stay and opens a bookstore in Amy’s home. Bivald explores how one person or one book can change lives. The library is located at 10482 South Street, Garrettsville, OH 44231
Shalersville Historical Society Soup & Salad Supper
March 22
Looking for a warm, delicious supper on a cool March evening. Shalersville Historical Society has the perfect solution. On Friday March 22, they will be hosting a homemade soup and salad supper from 5-7 PM at the Shalersville Town Hall at the intersection of Rts 44 & 303. Cost is $6.00 with children 4 & under eating for free. A 50/50 raffle will be held with proceeds from the raffle and supper benefitting the Society’s ongoing preservation efforts. Call Judy Richardson at 330.389.0598 for more information. Shalersville Barn books and 2019 calendars will be available for purchase there.
Growing Hazelnuts
March 23
Growing Hazelnuts in Ravenna. Saturday, March 23rd, 1-3 pm, Portage SWCD Meeting Room, 6970 State Rt 88, Ravenna OH 44266
Fabulous 50’s and 60’s Fundraiser
March 23
Fabulous 50’s & 60’s fundraiser will be held on March 23rd at Huntsburg Community Center. Doors open 5:30 pm; Live & Silent Auction;$35/ticket includes Hors d’oeuvres/3 Entrees/Dessert. Live Music by the band Downtown. All proceeds to benefit the Middlefield First United Methodist Church Land Fund. Call 440.812.5892 to purchase tickets.
Decorating On A Dime
March 23
On Saturday, Mar. 23, at 2 p.m.
Representatives from Goodwill Industries of Greater Cleveland will demonstrate easy techniques for capturing a farmhouse style for less. Upcycle projects, thrift store finds and savvy shopping techniques will be shared in addition to kitchen-specific tips and ideas. Plus, learn tips on how to identify collectible pieces. Middlefield Library, 16167 E. High St., Middlefield (Sponsored by Goodwill Industries of Cleveland)
Friends of Burton Library Book Sale
March 23 & 24
Friends of the Burton Public Library Book Sale will be held on Sat.,March 23 from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. and Sun., March 24 from 1 p.m. to 5 p.m. The sale will be in the basement. Please enter through the back parking lot. All items are $1 or less.
Learn to Swim with the Waterdawgs – Session 2
March 25, 26, 27, 28, 29 (7:00-7:45pm)
The Hiram College Swim Team is offering swim lessons for beginners through strong swimmers starting at age 4. All levels are offered. You choose at least 4 dates ($48 per child) or 5 dates ($60 per child). To register, email sorrickmw@hiram.edu or call 330.569.5343. Space is limited.
Free Community Dinner
March 26
Free Community Dinner on March 26th from 5:00 – 6:00 pm (While supplies last) at the Windham American Legion
9960 Center St. EVERYONE WELCOME!
Cover Crops and No-Till Gardening
March 30
Do you want to improve soil health, retain soil moisture, and manage weeds with fewer chemicals? Are you wanting to transition to no-till or reduce tillage in your garden? Then this workshop is for you! March 30th, 10am – 12pm. Utilizing cover crops throughout the growing season and providing a winter cover for your garden are proven methods for boosting production by managing soil health. Ample time has been scheduled to allow for your personal questions and a round-table discussion of reduced tillage practices in the home garden. To Register: Call Lynn at (330)235-6806 or email: lvogel@portageswcd.org
Creamy Chicken & Biscuit Dinner
March 30
The Garrettsville United Methodist Church is hosting a creamy chicken & biscuit dinner on March 30 from 4:30 pm to 6:30 pm at the church,
8223Park Ave., Garrettsville.Adults $10.00, 12 & UNDER $5.00
Scouts Annual Spaghetti Dinner
March 31
Scout Troop 8 will hold its annual Spaghetti Dinner on Sunday March 31, 2019 at the Newton Falls First Church of God from noon to 4:00pm. Each year the Scouts of Troop 8 hold a Spaghetti Dinner to raise needed funds for camping registration and equipment and other operating fees. Walk in orders are welcomed and we have take-out available. Adult tickets are $8.00 and children 3-12 yrs old are $4.00. We look forward to seeing you there.
Wine & Watercolor
April 1
Wine & Watercolor: April 1st at 1:30pm at Independence Village in Aurora. Fairmount Art Center will be here guiding a painting class.You do not have to be a resident to attend — come in and sip and paint. RSVP 330-562-1750 by March 27
Easter Egg Hunt
April 13
The Fountain, 12888 Route 88 in Garrettsville is hosting an Easter egg hunt on Saturday, April 13th, 11:00 am to 1 pm. Age groups of 2-4, 5-8, 9-12. Candy-filled eggs, special ticket prizes, Easter baskets, bounce house, games, gift basket Chinese auction, hot dog sale, BOY AND GIRL BIKES GIVEAWAY!
AARP Smart Driver Course
April 25
Most insurance companies offer safe-driving discounts. Did you know you could save even more by taking our award winning safe driving course? The AARP Smart Driver course will refresh your know-how behind the wheel and improve your comfort level in almost any driving situation. Plus, when you complete the course, you could qualify for a multi-year discount on your car insurance. There are no tests to pass…sign up today! $15 for AARP members/ $20 for non-members (***cash or check at program to presenter) Middlefield Library, 16167 E. High St., Middlefield, on Apr. 25, 12-4 p.m.
Mayfield Church Rummage Sale
May 2 -4
A Rummage Sale will be held at the Mayfield United Methodist Church, 7747 Mayfield Rd., Chesterland.
The hours are: Thursday, May 2, (9 am – 7 pm); Friday, May 3, (9 am – 4 pm); Saturday, May 4 – Bag Day (9 am – noon).
The sale has something for everyone. All proceeds are for missions.
