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.
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
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)
Bluegrass Jamboree
March 23
Hambden Grange will host Mark Posey’s Doghouse Entertainment Bluegrass Jamboree, Saturday March 23rd featuring Ottawa County and Highway 57. Doors open at 6:00 pm. Show starts at 7:00 pm. Food stand is available. Tickets are $10 for adults and children under 11 years are free. The Grange is located at 9778 Old State Road, Chardon.
Pancake Madness!
March 23
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
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.
Pancake & Sausage Breakfast
March 24
Join us at the Parkman Community House (16295 Main Market – Rt. 422) for our annual Pancakes and Sausage Breakfast on March 24 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.
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!
Wine & Watercolor
RSVP by March 27
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
God Provides A Free Meal
March 29
God provides a free meal at Nelson United Methodist Church, 9367 SR 305 on March 29 – 4 to 6:00 . Macaroni and beef – salad – roll – dessert.
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
Pork Chop Dinner
March 30
On the 30th of March there will be a stuffed pork chop dinner at the Braceville United
Methodist Church off of St. Rt. 82 in the center of Braceville. Dinner begins at 4:00 and we
serve until 6:30 or when the food runs out. The dinner includes mashed potatoes,
green beans, corn, cole slaw, applesauce, homemade desserts, bread, coffee, tea or punch. The cost is $10.00 for adults and $4.00 for children. Take outs are available. Just a reminder that our doors will not open before 3:45.
Women Gone Wild
March 30
1st Annual Women Gone Wild Wine Shopping Extravaganza
March 30th 5:00pm – 7:00pm
$15.00 per person includes 1 glass of wine, appetizers and free tickets for raffles will be included. Additional adult beverages can be purchased.
Vendors: Pampered Chef, Tastefully Simple, Pink Zebra, Tupperware, Pure Romance, Thirty One, Paparazzi, Stampin Up, Lipsence, and more. Location: 9647 East Center St. Windham Community Center. Sponsored by: Windham Village Park & Recreation Committee
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
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.
Middle School Soccer
Starts April 1
Serious about Soccer AND are you currently a 7th or 8th grader at James A Garfield MS?Well we have an opportunity for you! We are now forming a boys/girls Co-Ed team for outdoor spring 2019 to play in a Geauga County Recreational League. This team will be coached by Mike Coney, the current J.A. Garfield High school boys varsity soccer coach. Don’t miss this opportunity to work with Coach Coney & the high school team. Tentative practices start the 1 st week of April and games tentatively scheduled to begin the 1 st week of May. Interested? Call 330-350-1675 or jcrawford@clevelandymca.org
SUPER JOY: Learning To Celebrate Everyday Life
April 1
Monday, April 1st, 2019, 9:30am: Monthly 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 by 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, no membership or book required. Questions: YMCA (330)469-2044.
Apple Tree Preschool Open House
April 3
Apple Tree Preschool Open House will be on Wednesday, April 3rd from 5-6:30 PM. We are located in the Garrettsville United Methodist Church at 8223 Park Ave. Registration is now open for the 2019-2020 school year for 3 and 4 year old children.
Titanic Night in Freedom
April 9
The Freedom Township Historical Society will host an interactive program on the sinking of the Titanic at 7 pm April 9 at the Freedom Community Center, 8940 S.R. 700. There will be stories about the passengers and crew, movie clips, and samples of refreshments served on board. All are welcome and we encourage everyone to get into the spirit of the evening by dressing in period clothes.
Portage County Rummage Sale
April 12 & 13
Find your bargains at the Portage County Annual Rummage Sale at the garden
center at 5154 S. Prospect St. Ravenna, Ohio, 44266 (Rootstown area) Open from 9 a.m.-2p.m. each day, April 12 & 13. There will be clothes, household items, kitchen ware, home décor, books and
magazines, bedding, garden items, crafts, and more available for your purchase. Home-baked cookies by Becky Kuchenbecker will also be available. If you are a non-club member and wish to donate usable items call Caroline Haney at 330-325-7534
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!
Spaghetti & Meatball Dinner
April 13
The Western Reserve Masonic Lodge is having a spaghetti and meatball dinner with salad, bread, cake, coffee, and juice. Held on April 13th, 2019
from 4 to 6 pm at the lodge;
216 East Main St./ Rt. 88 West Farmington, Ohio. Cost is $7.00 for Adults, Ages 5-12 $4.50. Under 5 is FREE. Carry-outs are available for $7.50
Community EMS Easter Egg Hunt
April 14
Community EMS is hosting an Easter Egg Hunt on Sunday, April 14 at 4:00 p.m. at the EMS station, located 10804 Forest Street, Garrettsville, OH. Age groups are 2-3, 4-5, 6-7 and 8-10. A bike giveaway (boy and girl) will take place for each age group.
An Evening With Elizabeth Barrett Browning
April 15
SAVE THE DATE! The Mantua Historical Society presents an evening with Elizabeth Barrett Browning, as portrayed by Jan Rice on Monday, April 15th at 7:00pm
The meeting is in the Mantua Twp Town Hall on the historic Mantua Center Green located at SR 82 & Mantua Center Rd. The meeting is free & open to the public. Light refreshments will be served.
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.
