Zucchini Cookbook For Sale
Are you swamped with zucchini’s? Have you put a few in your friends unlocked cars at church? At work? So now you’re on their watch list… I have a solution for you, so you can use them up yourself. Southington Garden Club has for sale a cookbook of 500 recipes using zucchini. The cookbook has recipes from appetizers to desserts all using zucchini. The cookbook is $13.00 which includes postage. Send the check to Southington Garden Club @ Evelyn Wibert 2959 Leiby Osbourne Road, Southington, Ohio 44470.
Firedevils Seeking Vendors
Auburn Firedevils, auxiliary to the Auburn Volunteer Fire Department, is hosting its sixth annual arts, crafts and consultants fair November 18 at Adams Halls, 11455 Washington St, Auburn Township, from 10 am to 4 pm.
We are seeking vendors for this fun event. Tables are $25 each. Tables and chairs are provided. There is plenty of parking for vendors and shoppers alike at this facility. For more info and a registration form, call Shelby DeCapite 440-543-7733 or email shelbydecapite@yahoo.com.
Historical Society Looking For Military Items
The James A Garfield Historical Society is in search of military uniforms for the Vietnam, Revolutionary and Afghanistan Wars. We are also looking for pictures of veterans in uniform for our new Military Room. Anyone who has served in the military any time throughout history, and has lived in the James A Garfield School District area, who would like to donate a picture or uniform, please contact Debbie Smith @ 330-389-1859 or Kit Semplak @ 330-842-2822 to make arrangements.
In Search Of..
One of our future programs will discuss Freedom’s 8 one-room schools that served the township until the building of the Freedom School shortly before the US entered World War I. I would appreciate talking with anyone who has memories, pictures, or other memorabilia pertaining to any of these schools. I’d love to make copies of your pictures and information. Please call Judy at 330-527-7669 or talk to me at the Freedom Community Picnic. Thank you.
Community Garden Produce Stand
Weekly
Community Garden In The Woods will offer locally grown produce and sweet corn. Located at Sky Lanes Bowling Alley parking lot; Thursday through Sunday, weekly while produce is available. Open Thurs 10-6, Fri 10-7, Sat 10-7, Sun 11-6. For info call Diane Irwin 330-524-0592
Monday Breakfast at American Legion
Mondays
Open to public $7.00 breakfast from 8-11:00am at the American Legion Post #674 in Windham. Menu: eggs ‘any style’, pancakes, sausage gravy and biscuits, hash browns, bacon, sausage (patties and links) and white, wheat or rye toast and coffee, tea and juice. Call 330/326-3188 for info.
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 Meeting
Mondays
Do you have a family member addicted to drugs or alcohol? Families Anonymous may help restore your serenity. We meet 7pm every Monday at Coleman Behavioral Services, Sue Hetrick Building, 3922 Lovers Lane/Loomis Parkway in Ravenna. For information call Peggy 330-760-7670.
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!
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.
Revival In The Country
Third Sat. of Month
We want to invite ladies who want to be inspired to our group. It is called Revival in the Country. It is a ladies group that meets the 3rd Saturday of the month from 9 am to noon.
Women from any walk of life are invited to come and join us. There is no church affliation required. We meet at the Cellar Door Coffee House 9 am to noon. There will be refreshments and, of course, coffee! Music and inspirational messages will be shared.
Euchre
Sundays
Join us at the Cellar Door Coffee Co to play Euchre on Sundays from 1:30-3:30 pm. All are welcome!
Mantua American Legion & Auxiliary #193
Sept. 1
It’s Soup Supper time again in Mantua. The American Legion and Auxiliary #193 announce the beginning of its monthly Soup Suppers on Friday, September 1st at 6pm at Mantua Center School gym. Open to the public, the full course meal is only $7 for adults and $3 for children. Mantua Center School is located on Center Road just north of Route 82.
Geauga County Health District
Sept 1
2017 Immunization Clinic Changes: To better serve the residents of Geauga County, beginning September 1, 2017, the Geauga County Health District’s clinic schedules will be changing. Chardon Morning Immunization Clinics will no longer be offered n the 1st Wednesday of each month. Middlefield Morning Immunization Clinics will no longer be offered on the 3rd Wednesday of the month. All other children clinic dates and times will remain unchanged. Adult immunizations, TB tests and blood pressure screening will only be offered on the first and third Friday of each month. For more information, call the Geauga County Health District at 440-279-1950.
4th Annual 60 Mile Yard Sale
Sept 2
Kinsman, The Tour Route 7 group is announcing its fourth annual yard sale, to be held Saturday September 2th from 9am to 5pm. It will cover all of the towns along Rt. 7 from Hubbard to Conneaut. Maps will be provided at Rt. 7 members and online. To be on the list or for more information email MarketSquare@ymail.com call 330-876-3178(10 am to 6 pm) or go to TourRoute7.com or Facebook Tour Route 7. Aug 28th is the cut-off date to be listed. Listing is free to the public and $10.00 for businesses.
Motor Cycle Poker Run
Sept. 2
Gun raffle, 50/50, Chinese auction, cost $20 per person and includes steak dinner and the run. Sponsored by 7 Masonic Lodges in the 25th District. ALL monies go to children in the Special Olympics. Run starts at Western Reserve Lodge #507, 216 East Main St. in West Farmington. Registration starts at 8:30am. For more info call Cary 330/883-8176 or George 330/565-3860.
Library Closed Labor Day
Sept 4
All Portage County District Library branch libraries and offices will be closed on Monday, September 4, in observance of Labor Day. Service hours will resume on Tuesday, September 5. Although branch libraries will be closed for the holiday, the Digital Library is always open.
Chicken Dinner
Sept 6
Southington UMC, St Rt 305 & 534, Southington will be holding a Chicken Dinner, on Sept. 6th, 3:30 to 6:00. The menu includes: one fourth of a chicken, scalloped potatoes, green beans, applesauce, cole slaw, homemade desserts, beverage. Price Adults $9.00, Children/Chicken Tenders dinner Children ages 4-10 $4.50, Children 3 and under free. Carry Outs available. Call 330-898-2156.
Family Fun, Fitness & Fellowship
Begins Sept 7
Circulators Square Dance Club of Ravenna, invites you to come join us for Family Fun,Fitness and Fellowship, learn to square dance ,the National Dance. Classes start Thurs. Sept.7th 7-9pm at Brown Middle school corner of St.Rte 59 and S.Scranton St .Ravenna, Ohio 44266 1st class is free then $4.00- $2.00 children for more info call 330-297-0864
Garrettsville Eagles Clam Bake
Purchase by Sept 7
Garrettsville Eagles, 8149 Water St., will be hosting a Clam Bake on Sept 23 at 6 pm. TICKETS ARE PRE-SALE ONLY – NO TICKETS WILL BE SOLD AT THE DOOR. Tickets available at club. Must be purchased by September 7th. Open to the public. One Bake $25. Choice of 1/2 Chicken or 8 oz Strip Steak. Extra Dozen Clams for $9. Carryout Available with PreSale Tickets. 330-527-2330
Join Scouting Today!!
Sept 7
Have Fun, Make Friends, See New Things! Cub Scout Pack 4062 is having their fall open house on September 7th at the James A. Garfield Elementary School from 7-8pm. Boys in grades K through 5 are invited to come and have some fun and learn what Scouting has to offer. For more information email us at gvillepack62@yahoo.com or call Eric Neiheisel at (330) 518-702. Start your adventure today!
Swiss Steak Dinner
Sept 9
The Nelson United Methodist Church will be hosting their Swiss Steak Dinner at the Nelson Community House on Nelson Circle in Garrettsville, Ohio 44231 on September 9th, 2017. Dinner is served from 4:00- 6:00 PM. The price is $10.00 for adults and $6.00 for children age 6-12, Children 5 and under free. The dinner consists of: Swiss Steak, Mashed Potatoes, Gravy , Green Beans, Corn Casserole, Drinks, and Dessert. Carry-Out is also available.
Chicken BBQ at Hilltop Christian Church
Sept 9
Hilltop Christian Church, located on the top of the Hill on West Prospect Street, In Mantua, is hosting its annual Chicken BBQ on Saturday Sept 9 (Potato Festival Weekend). The hours are from noon until 6 P.M. The chicken is served with homemade potato salad, green beans, rolls and fresh-baked homemade pies. Adults $10.00 Children 3 to 12 $5.00 2 and under FREE. Carry out is available. Come see us at 4572 W. Prospect St. Mantua
The American Legion Auxiliary Unit #193
Sept 11
The Legion Auxiliary will meet Monday, September 11th at 1:00pm according to Dorothy Brady, Pres. Those marching in the Potato Festival Parade should assemble at the High School at 1:00pm Sunday September 10th.
Community Health & Wellness Fair
Sept 14
There will be a Community Health & Wellness Fair on Sept 14, from 9 am – 11 am at Alpine House, 7000 St. Route 88 in Ravenna. Featuring: • Health education and resources, • Free blood pressure checks, • Healthy snacks, • Raffle drawings
Mantua American Legion Meeting
Sept 14
The Legion will hold its first meeting of the fiscal year on Thursday, September 14th at 7:00pm at the Post Home on East High Street according to Ray Corbitt, Commander.
Mantua Country Baptist Church
Sept 14
The Mantua Country Baptist Church, 12385 Chamberlin Rd in Mantua, will hold their Outdoor Sale on Thursday, September 14, 9-6. The Outdoor Sale will have handmade craft items, materials, crafting materials, sewing notions, patterns, Amish books and misc. Also a Bake Sale.
Reed Memorial Library Booksale
Sept 14-17
Friends of Reed Memorial Library will be holding a booksale on Thursday Sept. 14 from 4pm to 8pm (Members Preview Night); Friday, Sept 15 from 10am to 5pm; Saturday Sept 16 from 10am to 4pm and Sunday Sept 17 from 1pm to 4pm. Hardbacks $1.00 / Paperbacks .50 cents
Rummage and Bake Sale
Sept 15
Mark your calendar for the Nelson United Methodist Church’s Rummage and Bake Sale to be held on Friday, September 15th, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. and Saturday, September 16th, 9 a.m. to noon. Address is 9367 SR 305. See you there!
All You Can Eat Spaghetti Dinner
Sept 15
Western Reserve Kiwanis & Garrettsville’s Weekend Snack Pack program will be serving up our All-U-Can-Eat Spaghetti Dinner on Friday Sept.15th 4:30-7:00pm at the Hiram Christian Church. Dinner includes spaghetti, choice of meat or marinara sauce, salad, garlic bread, beverage, and dessert. Gluten- free available. Carry-out available. Adults $ 7.00, kids 8 & under FREE!
Bingo and Raffle for Scholarships
Sept 16
Burton American Legion Ladies Auxiliary Post #459, 14052 Goodwin St., Burton, will host a Bingo and Raffle to help fund Scholarship Program and Buckeye Girls State. Doors open at 5pm with raffle at 7pm. Admission: A non-perishable food, bath and personal hygiene items, or cash donations to be donated to local food bank. Raffles $2.00 each. Raffle Prizes: 1st – $200, 2nd – $100 and 3rd – $50. No food for consumption to be brought in. Refreshments will be available through the Legion kitchen.
Hiram Firefighters Association Reverse Raffle
Sept 16
The Hiram Firefighters Association Reverse Raffle will be held at the Knights of Columbus Hall, 11845 State Route 44, Mantua on Sept. 16.
Doors Open 6 p.m. Open Bar. Dinner. Dancing. Donation: $100 per couple. GRAND PRIZE: $2,000. Contact Hiram’s Station for more info (330) 569-9826. Money raised helps towards additional training for the fire department
Second Annual Quilts in the Village
Sept 16
The second annual Quilts in the Village will be held on September 16, 2017, 10:00 a.m. – 5:00 p.m.at the Hilltop Christian Church, 4572 W. Prospect Street, Mantua, Ohio 44255. Questions or want to enter a quilt? Call Joy at 330.701.6992
Benefit Spaghetti Dinner and Silent Auction
Sept 16
There will be a benefit spaghetti dinner and silent auction on September 16th, 1:00 to 3:00 at Faith Evangelical Free Church, 10585 Windham/Parkman Road, Garrettsville, Ohio 44231.Please come and join us as we hope to help families in our fellowship who are in need. Dinner is $5.00 for anyone over the age of 6 and $3.00 for children 6 and younger. Many wonderful baskets have been donated, plus gift certificates from merchants in the area as well as Middlefield Wal-Mart. Plus a corn hole game just for the kids. Tickets for the auction will be sold at the dinner. We hope to share this time with you and thank you in advance for your kind generosity.
Village Peddler Festival
Sept 16-17
The 36th annual Village Peddler Festival will be held on September 16-17, Sat. 10-6
and Sun 10-5 at Lake Metroparks Farmpark, 8800 Euclid Chardon Rd., Kirtland, Ohio. The beautiful autumn countryside will be filled with 175 craftsmen and artisans, a Gourmet Market, delicious food, wagon rides, featuring the folk music group The Silver String Band! All of Farmpark is open! This is an outdoor American marketplace! Www.villagepeddlerfestival 440-503-8414. Groups and busses welcome. FOR THE WHOLE FAMILY!
Shalersville Annual Community Potluck Dinner
Sept 17
September 17, at the Shalersville Town hall the annual Community Potluck Dinner and Chinese auction will be held at 1:00pm. The Shalersville Historical Society will furnish tableware, beverages and chicken. Please bring a dish to share. This dinner is open to all community members and friends of the society. The 2018 calendars will be on sale, local family farms with silos will be featured this year, get them while they last. The Chinese auction will feature items donated by local merchants. Visit us on facebook at Shalersville Historical Society to see some of the auction items.
Pricetown Home Cooked Supper
Sept 20
The next home-cooked supper at Pricetown Church, 4640 Pritchard-Ohltown Rd, Newton Falls, will feature: meatloaf, mashed potatoes, vegetable, salad, roll, homemade desserts and beverage. The supper will be held from 5pm to 6:30pm, Sept 20. The cost is $8 for adults, $5 for children 10 and younger. Carry-outs available.
National Public Lands Day Bog Tours
Sept 30
We invite you to explore three of northeast Ohio’s unique glacially-formed wetlands. Join us for one, two or all three hikes in celebration of National Public Lands Day: Triangle Lake Bog State Nature Preserve, 10-10:45am, 3612 Sandy Lake Rd., Ravenna, Kent Bog State Nature Preserve, 11:15am – 12:30pm, 1028 Meloy Rd., Kent and Herrick Fen State Nature Preserve, 2 – 3:30pm, 8260 Seasons Rd, Streetsboro. Bogs and fens exhibit some of the rarest and most interesting plant and animal communities in Ohio. This one-day tour series will showcase three different areas, each with its own particular vegetative communities and unique attributes. For more info contact Adam Wohlever at (330)527-5118 or adam.wohlever@dnr.state.oh.us
Vintage Book and Various Sundry Items Sale
Oct 14
The Mantua Historical Society is having a Vintage Book and Various Sundry Items Sale on Saturday, October 14th, from 9 to 4 at the Mantua Town Hall, located on State Route 82 and Mantua Center Road.
