Aspire Programs
Mondays & Wednesdays
The Portage County Maplewood Aspire Program will begin offering GED, Adult Diploma and ESOL classes at the Kent Free Library on Wednesday, January 3rd from 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. Classes will be held on Mondays and Wednesdays during this time. Prospective students are required to first attend an orientation session prior to entering class at the Kent Free Library. Please call 330-235-0020 to schedule orientation. Orientation sessions are offered every 2 weeks throughout the year, during both the morning and evening. For more information, visit mwood.cc and click on “Workforce Development,” and then “Aspire/GED/ESOL.”
How Philosophy Can Save Your Life
1st & 3rd Mondays
Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion the 1st & 3rd Mondays, 10am each month. Presented by Dr J Patella. Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave (330)469-2044. NO book or fees required.
Grief Group Meetings
1st & 3rd Sundays
Grief Group Meetings are held the 1st & 3rd Sundays at 12:30pm at Garrettsville United Methodist Church, 8223 Park Avenue, Garrettsville. Everyone is welcome to attend. 330-527-2055 or 216-401-8542 for more info
Overeaters Anonymous Meetings
Mondays
Overeaters Anonymous (a community of people who support each other in order to recover from compulsive eating and food behaviors) meets in person every Monday, except legal holidays, at 10:00AM in the parlor of the First Presbyterian Church of Warren, 256 Mahoning Av NW, Warren, OH 44483. Please enter through the “Fellowship Hall” entrance on driveway. We look forward to meeting you!
Farmington Senior Center Breakfasts
Mondays
The Senior Center is open for breakfast Mondays from 7a-Noon. A full menu is offered from scrambled eggs to Belgian waffles. Lunches are served T-TH from 11a-1p only $5-plate includes homemade soup or salad, entrée, dessert and beverage. Menu for the week is posted on Facebook, or just call 330-889-2733.
Interested in Knitting?
1st & 3rd Mondays
Knitting, crochet and quilting — all are welcome at Hilltop Church, Room 4, on first & third Mondays of each month – 1:30 pm. For information call Jane Pilgrim 918-406-8315
Wing Night at the Eagles Club
Tuesdays
Every Tuesday:wings with purchase of a beverage.Open to the public 5:00- 8:00. The Eagles Club is located at 8149 Water Street, Garrettsville. Public Welcome!
Storytime
Tuesdays
Preschoolers are invited every Tuesday at 10:30 am to an hour of stories, activities, songs and crafts at Mantua Center Christian Church, 4118 Route 82 in Mantua. There is no cost, no registration, not a faith-based event. Accompany your child any Tuesday. Call Pam with questions, 216-308-7930
Free Meal
1st Tuesday of Month
Free meal 1st Tuesday of the month. All are welcome to join us at Covenant Bible Fellowship at 8146 High Street, Garrettsville, from 5:30-7pm. Food, fun and fellowship.
BINGO! At St. Ambrose
1st & 3rd Tuesday
Come to St. Ambrose for Bingo, the 1st and 3rd Tuesday of each month. Doors open at 5:45pm and Early Bird starts at 6:45. Players must be 18 or over. Reasonably priced concessions. St. Ambrose is located at 10692 Freedom St., Garrettsville. Check out our Facebook page for additional information.
Young At Heart Meetings
3rd Tues of Month
Young at Heart organization for 55 and older, meets every 3rd Tuesday of the month at the Immaculate Conception Parish Hall. We gather for meals, meeting and fellowship. All denominations are welcome. To attend or for more information call Sandra at 330-322-0231.
Parkinson Support Group
3rd Tuesday of Month
University Hospital, Ravenna from 2-4 pm Medical speakers and support for patients and caregivers focused on improving symptoms and maintaining an active and positive lifestyle. For info contact the Community Outreach Dept. at (330) 297-2576 or Cherry at (330) 697-7586.
Al Anon Meetings
Tues & Weds
Al Anon meets Tuesdays 7:30 – 8:30 pm at the Renaissance Family Center 9005 Wilverne in Windham. Wednesdays 7-8 pm at Hilltop Christian Church, 4572 Prospect St. in Mantua
Time for Tots
2nd Weds of Month
2nd Wednesday of each month (Sept 13, 2023 – May 8, 2024) from 10:00 – 11:00 a.m. at Maplewood Christian Church 7300 State Route 88 in Ravenna. Come experience a safe indoor environment where children ages 2 – 5 can play, craft, enjoy music and burn energy (adults stay for fun, siblings welcome). We will not meet if Ravenna Schools are closed. Call 330-297-6424 with questions.
Free Community Meal
3rd Weds of Month
Christ Lutheran Church 10827 Main St, Mantua will be offering their Free Community Meal on on the third Wednesday of the month from 5-6:30 pm. Please come and enjoy a wonderful meal and a chance to visit with friends. For more info call the church at 330 274 2849.
Parkman 55+ Seniors
First Thursday of Month
Join us at the Parkman Community Center at 11:30 am. Open to all area seniors. For info call (440) 632-5461 or (330)326-3083 for monthly schedule of pot lucks, trips, and speakers.
BINGO at Ravenna VFW
1st & 3rd Thursdays
Bingo at Ravenna VFW. 6000 New Milford Road . Ravenna The first and third Thursday of each month. Doors open at 5:30. Bingo starts at 6:30. $15.00 for a packet. Cash only !
Mantua History
Thursdays
Are you interested in learning more about our local history? Do you want to help preserve it? If so, then attend one of our weekly Thursday “work sessions”, 10am to 12noon, at the Mantua Historical Society located upstairs in the Mantua Township Town Hall, 4122 State Route 82, Mantua, Ohio 44255. For more information call Kathy Hughes at 216-598-0716.
Loaves and Fishes Community Meal
Last Thursday of Month
A free meal is open to all residents in Mantua, Garrettsville, Hiram, and surrounding areas. Anyone who needs to stretch their food dollars, or enjoys a homemade meal, is invited. The meal is from 5-6:30pm, the last Thursday of each month through October at Mantua Center Christian Church, 4118 State Route 82 in Mantua Township.
American Legion 674 Fish Frys
Fridays
Annual Fish Frys return to the American Legion, Windham Post 674, 9960 E. Center St. Windham 330-326-3188 beginning Oct 13 through April 29, 2024. Dinners will be held from 4pm – 7pm. Dine in or carry out available. Fish, Chicken or Shrimp, Baked Potato or Fresh Cut Fries and choice of two sides. $14.00
Friends of the G’ville Library Book Sale
OCT 4-7
The Garrettsville Library’s book sale by Friends will be in the library meeting room on these dates: Members’ Preview on October 4 (2-6pm); Open to all on October 5-6 (10am-6pm) and October 7 (10am-2pm). On Saturday, fill a bag for $4 (bag provided). Membership is $5 per year, available at the door or in advance. Cash donations are welcome. Proceeds support the library directly. Email libfriends@hotmail.com for more info. Location: Portage County District Library, Garrettsville Branch, 10482 South Street.
Shalersville Historical Society Meeting
Oct 5
Shalersville Historical Society’s monthly meeting will be Thursday, October 5 at 7 PM at the museum located at 9154 St Rt 44. Our meetings are open to the public and all are welcome.
Great news! Shalersville’s one room school # 3 has been successfully relocated to the museum’s complex at 9154 St Rt 44. It is resting comfortably on its new foundation and features a new roof. Interested viewers may drive by to take a look after 4 PM when the Bio Med School has been dismissed. School # 3 was previously located on the east side of St Rt 44 north of Streeter Rd.
Last Sausage/Steak Trailer of Year
Oct 6 & 7
The Windham Lions Club will have their last sausage/steak trailer of the season October 6th and 7th, from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m. Friday and 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Saturday across from Circle K. They will also be collecting soft plastics Saturday 10 a.m. to noon.
RCCA Rummage Sale
Oct 6 & 7
Hiram RCCA will host a Rummage Sale on Friday & Saturday, Oct 6-7 from 9am-4pm at
6337 Winchell Road, Hiram. All profits benefit the historic Hiram RCCA building!
Swiss Steak Dinner
Oct 7
Garrettsville Eagles on Water Street will be hosting a Swiss Steak Dinner on Oct 7 from 4-7:30 Cost is $12 Carryout available.
Breast Cancer Fundraiser
Oct 7
We will be having a Breast cancer fundraiser for Patricia White, of Garrettsville, on October 7th from 3pm to 8pm at the Windham Community Center, located at 9647 E. Center Rd. There will be a basket raffle, 50/50, and dinner. Adults $8; kids under 8 $4.
Fundraiser For Brandon Bailey’s Family
Oct 7
A fundraiser will be held at Shortie C’s Bar and Grill to support Jessica Myers and her three children. The event, organized by friends of Brandon Bailey and Jessica, will run from 1pm to midnight and include activities like basket raffles, a 50/50 draw, and bracelet sales.
Pickleball Court Grand Opening
Oct 7
Come and enjoy Pickleball and our Grand Opening of the NEW outdoor Park Avenue pickleball court on Saturday, Oct. 7 from 11 am – 2 pm, starting with a ribbon cutting ceremony. Exhibition play will begin around noon. Hotdogs will be provided and the opportunity to learn to play! Come see why pickleball is the fastest growing sport in America.
Rivers Casino Bus Trip
Oct 9
The Sisterhood of St. Joseph Church is organizing a casino bus trip to Rivers Casino in Pittsburgh, PA on Monday, October 9th. Cost: $50 per person, inclusive of $20 slot free play and a $5 food voucher. Limited handicap-accessible seating. Board the buses at St. Joseph Church, 11045 St. Joseph Blvd., Mantua, OH 44255, at 8 a.m. Return around 6 p.m. Contact Mary Ann Feddor to reserve your seat (330-842-0505). Hope you can join us.
Freedom Twp Historical Society Program
Oct 10
Mark your calendars now for Freedom Township Historical Society’s next interesting and informative program. The date is Tuesday, October 10 at 7 PM at the Freedom Community Center located at 8940 St Rt 700. Longtime local resident Mike Paul will talk about Drakesburg and his family’s involvement with the popular Chestnut Inn located on the curve where St Rt 88 and Nichols Rd meet. The Chestnut Inn was a very popular dance club during the depression era and beyond. Come learn all about it! All our programs are open to the public and anyone who loves history – especially local history. Questions – call 330.527.7669 & LMOM.
Parkman 55+ Seniors Bus Trip
Register by Oct 13
We invite area seniors to help pack the bus by joining us November 7 to attend “Christmas in the Country” production at the Amish Country Theater,
Berlin, OH and lunch at the Amish Door Village, Wilmot, OH. The cost is $92 per person and includes motor coach, musical and lunch. Meet at the Parkman Community House. Please arrive no later than 8:30. Call 330-326-3083 for reservations or information. Reservations are on a first come basis. Deadline is October 13.
Barktober 5K Fun Run & 1 Mile Walk
Oct 14
Join us on October 14th at 11:00am for the Portage APL’s 6th Barktober 5K Fun Run & 1-Mile Walk! Leash up your furry friends, enjoy a run, costume contest, and fall-themed pet photos. Stick around for food, drinks, and more after the race at Rootstown Community Park/Gracie Fields, 4104 Case Ave, Rootstown. Entry fee: $30 donation to APL (includes swag bag if registered by Oct 1). Pre-register for swag bag (race t-shirt, medals, drawstring bag) at https://portageapl.org/barktober/
Mantua Wine & Chocolate Walk
Oct 14
The sisterhood of St Joseph Church has partnered with the DMRC to host Mantua Wine and Chocolate Walk on Saturday, October 14th from 2:00-5:00. Come sample wine from Ohio wineries hosted by Mantua’s businesses. Presale tickets are $25 and $30 day of walk. Tickets include wine glass, 10 wine samples, and chocolates from participating businesses. Must be 21+ to purchase a ticket. Contact Jay at 330-569-8156 or Cathy at 412-303-6529.
Biannual Swiss Steak Dinner
Nov 4
Scout Troop 65 is hosting their Bi-Annual Swiss Steak Dinner on November 4th, from 3:30-6:30 PM at the Nelson Community House. Adults/$15 Under 5/ Free.
