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
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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.
What Is In Your Attic?
The Garrettsville United Methodist Church will be celebrating the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the congregation with a special service Sunday, November 18, 2018. We are looking for photos, confirmations, baptisms, wedding photos, etc. and especially memories you or your family might have. Items need to be clearly marked so they can be returned. The church office is open Tuesday thru Friday from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. or contact the church at 330-527-2055 and someone will pick up any articles. Items will be displayed at a pot luck dinner following the special worship service.
CRAFTERS WANTED!
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Ohio Women’s Ministries (OWM) of Mantua Center Christian Church is holding a Craft Bazaar Saturday, Dec.1 9am-3pm at the Mantua Center School, 11741 Center Rd, Mantua. An 8’ table is $25.00, your own table $20.00. Contact Carolin 330-606-7125.
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 will be provided at no charge.
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. 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.
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!
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.
Wednesdays In The Word
Wednesdays
“Wednesdays in the Word”
A community Bible study is held every Wednesday from 10am-11:30am at Christ Lutheran Church, 10827 Main St., Mantua, Check our website for more details mantualutheranchurch.org.
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.
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.
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.
Christmas Walk 2018
Nov
James A Garfield Historical Society presents the Christmas Walk 2018. First two weekends in November, $15 per person, Fridays and Saturdays 10-5pm, Sundays 12:30-5pm. Craft Show at Village Hall. Village Piecemakers Quilt Guild Raffle and display. Lunches served at St Ambrose Catholic Church. Call or text Debbie Smith for tickets or more info. 330-389-1859
Gift Of The Magi Preview Party
Nov 9
St. Mark Lutheran Church, 11900 Chillicothe Rd., Chesterland. Preview party for “Gift of the Magi” Holiday Boutique. 7 – 9 pm. Adults only. $5.00 admission includes preview of the boutique, music, hors d’oeuvres and wine.
4C’s Craft Show
Nov 10
Mark your calendars for this year’s 4C’s Craft Show hosted by the Crestwood Lions Club. The event runs from 9 – 3 at the Shalersville Town Hall on the corners on SR 44 & SR 303. There will be a Chinese auction and 50/50 drawing. Pie and soup donations are needed for resale. Event is free and open to the public. Please help by bringing a non-perishable food donation. For pie and soup donations or to rent a table, please Contact Lynn McDermott at 330-569-8084 or email lyn63ne@gmail.com. All proceeds from this event go to support the 4C’s Food Cupboard.
Scholarship Chicken Dinner
Nov 10
The Garrettsville Eagles, 8149 Water St. will be holding their annual scholarship chicken dinner on Nov 10 from 4-8 pm. Open to the public! Price: Adults $10.00 — Children 12 & under $6.00 Dinner includes chicken breast, mashed potatoes with gravy, cole slaw, green beans or corn, homemade bread and dessert. All proceeds go to the scholarship fund and scholarships are awarded annually
JAG PTO Craft Show
Nov 10
JAG Elementary PTO will be hosting a craft and vendor show on Nov 10 from 10 -3 at the Garfield Elementary. school Over 60 vendors, bake sale, food, basket and gift auction. Santa will be in attendence from 1:30-2:30.
2018 Nerdfest
Nov 10
Live Comedy, Donut Eating Contest, Live Q & A, Photo Opportunities, Local Vendors, A Shark Cage, Gift Basket Giveaway, 50/50 Benefit Raffle
And SO MUCH MORE! November 10 from 8 am to noon at the Ravenna 7 Theater.
St. Anselm Christmas Boutique
Nov 10
St. Anselm Christmas Boutique: Nov 10, 9:00 to 4:00 at St. Anselm School, 13013 Chillicothe Rd., Chesterland (Rt. 306, 1/2 mile south of Rt. 322). Admission is $1.00. There will be over 80 craft vendors from the area. There will also be a bake sale, a snack bar, and a prize raffle with many great prizes. Join the Boutique Bounce by also stopping at Old South Church, 9802 Chillicothe Rd. in Kirtland and St. Mark Lutheran Church at 11900 Chillicothe Rd. in Chesterland on the same day.
Gift Of The Magi Holiday Boutique
Nov 10
“Gift of the Magi” Holiday Boutique. St. Mark Lutheran Church, 11900 Chillicothe Rd. Chesterland. – 9 AM – 4 PM Handcrafted items by over 35 juried crafters and a raffle for a hand-crafted “Saint Nicholas” quilt. Free admission
Spaghetti Dinner
Nov 10
The Western Reserve Masonic Lodge is having a spaghetti & meatball dinner or meatball sub sandwich with salad, bread, pie, coffee, and juice.
On Nov. 10th, from 4 to 6 pm at the lodge; 216 East Main St./ Rt. 88, West Farmington
Cost is $7.00 for Adults, Ages 5-12 $4.50. Under 5 is FREE.
Or meatball sub sandwich alone for $4.00 Carry-outs are available for $7.50.
34th Annual Christmas Boutique
Nov 11
Mark your calendars for the 34th Annual Garden Club Christmas Boutique to be held on Sunday, November 11, from 9:30 a.m. to 3:30 p.m. Held in St. Joseph’s Hughes Hall, 11045 St. Joseph Blvd., Mantua. Members of St. Joseph’s PSR program will run the kitchen offering snack, lunch and dessert items at one of the area’s nicest craft shows in the area. For more information, please call 330-274-2253.
Celebrate Veteran’s Day with Pancakes at Hambden Grange
Nov 11
Hambden Grange 2482 is serving an AYCE Pancake Breakfast with maple syrup, corn fritters, sausage, fruit, juice, cocoa and coffee, Sunday November 11th from 8:00 am to 1:00 pm . The Grange is located at 9778 Old State Road, Chardon. Cost is $7 for Adults and $3 for Children 10 and under.
Library Closed for Veterans Day
Nov 12
Portage County District Library will be closed Monday, November 12, in honor of Veterans Day. All offices and branch libraries will resume regular service hours Tuesday, November 13.
JAGHS Parent Teacher Conference
Nov 13
Parent Teacher Conferences for James A. Garfield High School are scheduled for November 13th starting at 3:30. Please call Mrs. Fisher @ 330.527.4341 to schedule your appointments for your students. We look forward to seeing you!
Cub Scout Pack 3141 Open House
Nov 13
Middlefield (Boy Scouts of America) Cub Scout Pack 3141 is inviting all families to OPEN HOUSE. Tuesday, November 13th, 2018. Time is 6:00-8:00 PM. The place is United Methodist Church 14999 S. State Ave. Middlefield, OH 44062. We are a family pack ages 5-10 or K-5 grades. We are open to boys and girls (family pack). We are a year round, family-oriented pack designed for boys and girls. Stop by! See what we’re about.
Historical Church Meeting
Nov 14
There has been a lot of interest and rumors concerning the historical church at 8146 High Street in Garrettsville. On November 14th at 6:30 p.m. the public is encouraged to attend the church and find out what will be happening here in the future and answer any questions that people may have. Please dress warmly as there may be a chill in the air. We are excited to share the news with everyone!
Portage County Beekeepers Meeting
Nov 15
Portage County Beekeepers will hold their regular meeting on Thursday, November 15, from 7 pm – 9 pm at Maplewood Career Center, 7075 State Route 88, Ravenna, Ohio 44266. We will hold an informative question and answer panel and club voting will take place. Free and open to the public. For further information, please contact Mary Lovin at 330-325-3028.
Turkey Dinner At RFC
Nov 15
Thanksgiving turkey and all the trimmings will be served Nov. 15th from 5-6 at the Renaissance Family Center 9005 Wilverne Dr. Windham
God Provides A Free Meal
Nov 16
God provides a free meal at Nelson United Methodist church 9367 SR 305 Nov. 16 from 4 to 6:00. Turkey – dressing – green beans – sweet potatoes – roll – pumpkin pie.
3rd Annual Village of Mantua Donation Drive
Nov 17
“National Hunger & Homelessness Awareness Week” On Nov 17 from 10 am – 2 pm at Buchert Park Lodge, 4808 E. High St. Mantua. Collection of non-perishable foods and toiletries to benefit the 4C’s Food Cupboard & Center of Hope. Items can also be dropped off at the Mantua Village Hall, Mon – Fri, 9 am – 4 pm. For more info contact Chelsea Gregor at 216-633-7581.
Band Fruit Sale
through Nov 18
The annual Fruit sale for the James A. Garfield Bands will begin October 29 and end November 18, 2018. Please see your favorite band student to place an order or go to: http://FreshFruitOrder.org/GarfieldMarchingPride to place an online order. Delivery will be at the high school the week of December 3, 2018. We thank you for your continued support. Please call the Garfield Middle School at 330-527-2151 if you have any questions.
Come Celebrate with Us
Nov 18
The Garrettsville United Methodist Church invites you to join in celebrating the 150th anniversary of the establishment of the congregation. The church history will be shared thru old photos and family memories. Some pastors that served the church thru the years will be in attendance. Join us after the 9:45 a.m. worship service for fellowship and a pot luck dinner.
Free Thanksgiving Dinner
Nov 22
Newton Falls American Legion will be hosting a free Thanksgiving dinner on Nov 22 from 11:30 am to 12:30 at the legion, 2025 E. River Rd. Takeouts available after 12:30.
PCDL Book Discussion Club
Nov 27
The Book Discussion Club of the Garrettsville branch of the Portage County District Library will meet on Nov 27, in the library meeting room at 5:00p.m. The month’s selection is: Defending Jacob
By William Landay. Landay, a former assistant prosecutor, has created this family drama and legal thriller that asks the question “How far would you go to protect your child?”
The library is located at 10482 South Street, Garrettsville, OH 44231
Craft Bazaar
Dec 1
CRAFT BAZAAR, Saturday, Dec.1st, 9am-3pm at the Mantua Center School, 11741 Mantua Center Rd, Mantua, OH 44255. 50/50 Raffle plus other raffles, food available, FREE admission, FREE parking. Handicapped accessible! Questions: call Carolin Newell 330-606-7125
Pizza With Santa
Dec 1
The Kiwanis of the Western Reserve invites you & your family to our annual PIZZA WITH SANTA, Saturday, Dec. 1st 10:00am-12:30pm in the Hiram Christian Church Fellowship Hall, 6868 Wakefield Rd, Hiram.
$ 3.00 per person, naughty & nice kids 3 & under FREE.
Secret Santa Shop, Cookie Decorating, Face Painting, Elf Crafts. Bring your camera to take pictures with Santa – psst, don’t forget your list!
