Book Review At The YMCA
1st & 3rd Mondays
“THE HIGH BLOOD PRESSURE SOLUTION. A scientifically proven program for preventing strokes and heart disease” by Richard Morre, MD PhD. Share a stimulating hour exchanging impressions & opinions at our book review & discussion, 10am, the 1st & 3rd Mondays each month. Presented by Dr J Patella: Garrettsville YMCA, 8233 Park Ave, (330)469-2044. NO book or fees required.
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.
Hilltop Crafters
1st & 3rd Mondays
Any crafter using needles is invited the first and third Monday of each month, 1:30 pm Room 4 Hilltop Church, Mantua. Call 918-406-8315 Jane Pilgrim for info.
Wing Night at the Eagles Club
Tuesdays
Every Tuesday $1 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!
Free Meal
First Tuesday
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.
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 Jackie 330-569-4048.
BINGO! At St. Ambrose
First & Third 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.
Al Anon Meetings
Tuesdays & Wednesdays
What can you do when someone close to you drinks too much? Al Anon may be able to help. We meet Tuesdays 7:30 -8:30 pm at the Renaissance Center 9005 Wilverne in Windham or Wednesday 7-8 pm at Hilltop Christian Church, 4572 Prospect in Mantua. Meetings are completely confidential.
Crestwood Community Center
Wednesdays
Every Wednesday from 10:30-4:00 Drop by and visit! Weekly activities include guided nature walks, card games, bingo, Dominoes, puzzles, and book swaps. Meet us at Mantua Lodge, Buchert Park, 4810 E. High Street, Mantua. Please follow us on Facebook at Crestwood Community Center for weekly schedules or contact Rosemary Krupar at CrestwoodCommunityCenter@gmail.com.
Student Chess Club
Wednesdays
Open to all students 4th -12th grade. Learn to play chess or just sharpen your skills. Wednesday’s 4-5pm at the Renaissance Family Center in Windham. See our add in the Villager for more information and register by calling the Renaissance Family Center at 330-326-3003. Sponsored by the Rotary Club of Garrettsville-Hiram.
Free Community Meal
Third Wednesday
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.
Overeaters Anonymous Meetings
Thursdays
There is a new Overeaters Anonymous meeting each Thursday at 7:00pm at the Mantua Hilltop Church, 4572 Prospect Street. (use the front doors on the right) Everyone is welcomed!
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 5:00. Bingo starts at 6:30. $20.00 for a packet. Cash only!
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 the month, January through October, at Mantua Center Christian Church, 4118 State Route 82 in Mantua Township. We hope to see you there for good food and conversation.
Friday Fish Fry
Fridays
AMERICAN LEGION POST 674
9960 East Center Street, Windham, OH 44288 will host
FRIDAY FISH FRY beginning Nov 7 and running through April 3.
$15.00 Dinner includes: Fish or chicken or shrimp, Fresh-cut French fries or baked potato, roll and butter, Choice of two sides: Mac & Cheese, Green beans, Coleslaw, Applesauce, Water or Coffee. EAT IN OR TAKE OUT. CALL AHEAD ORDERING AVAILABLE BY CALLING 330.326.3188. Dinner served 4:00 PM TO 7:00 PM
Grief Support Group Meeting
2nd & 4th Sundays
Will meet the 2nd and 4th Sundays of the month at the Garrettsville United Methodist Church at 8223 Park Ave. G’ville at 2 pm. For more info call church 330-527-2055 (9:30-noon M-F) or Pastor @440-228-3093 This group is open to everyone.
Children’s Bible Lessons Date / Time Change
October
Bible Time for Children at The First Congregtional Church of Freedom will be the 3rd Sunday of the month of October (Not the 2nd Sunday) but will resume the 2nd Sunday Bible Time in November from 6:00- 7:00 pm with Renee. So bring your children on October 19th for Bible Time. If you have questions call Renee Ruley at (330)212-5044.
Children’s Bible Lessons
Second Sunday of Month
Children’s Bible Lessons on the second Sunday of each month at the First Congregational Church of Freedom. For Questions call Renee at (330) 212-5044. Classes are Sunday evening from 6:00-7:00 pm for Children ages 3-10.
Big Event for Little Fans: Monster Truck Mania
Oct 18
Little monster truck fans—bring your favorite toy truck and put it to the test on our epic tracks and obstacle course! Enjoy monster truck-themed crafts, games, and take a turn bouncing in our giant monster truck bounce house. Event is free and no registration is required. Saturday, October 18 11am to 12:30pm at Reed Memorial Library in Ravenna.
BONUS: Bring one monster truck toy to leave for our very first Monster Truck Show! Your truck will be on display in the library’s children’s department from Oct 18-25, and then it will be returned to you.
Roast Pork Dinner
Oct 18
Sit down dinners are being served, as well as carry-out and drive thru. Dinners are $15.00 and this month includes roast pork and sauerkraut (cooked separately), mashed potatoes and gravy, salad, cole slaw, applesauce, green beans, corn, roll and dessert. The church is located at 4022 St Rt 44 in Rootstown Center. If you are partaking in the drive-thru service, please enter from St Rt 44 and pull up to the back door.
Swiss Steak Dinner
Oct 18
Swiss steak dinner sponsored by Troop 4065 will be held on October 18th, 2025 from 3:30p till 6:30p at the Nelson Community House 11642 Windham-Parkman Rd Garrettsville, Ohio 44231
Fall Harvest Celebration
Oct 19
You are invited to help celebrate our 25 years of Ministry @ Shepherd’s Joy Min. 9736 E. Center St. Windham Sun. Oct.19th @ 10:30 am (formerly St. Michael Parish.) In House concert, Gift Baskets give away, free chicken dinner will be served after Concert.
From Hiram Hill to City Hall
Oct 21
The Friends of the Hiram College Library are proud to present “From Hiram Hill to City Hall: How Hiram College Shaped My Journey to Mayor,” with guest speaker Rocco Yeargin. Yeargin is a 1993 graduate of Hiram College and the current mayor of Green, Ohio. A Hiram graduate, lawyer, and longtime public servant, Rocco Yeargin served six years on Green City Council before being elected the city’s seventh mayor in 2024. Yeargin will share how his Hiram education prepared him for a career in law, politics, and leadership—and the lessons he’s learned along the way. Yeargin’s talk will be hosted in the Pritchard Room of the Hiram College Library on Monday, October 21 at 7 p.m. The Hiram College Library is located at 11694 Hayden St., Hiram, OH 44234. This event is free and open to the public.
CANCELLED Chili Cook-Off
Oct 24
ATTENTION: EVENT CANCELLED! The chili cook off dated for Friday October 24th hosted by The Fountain Church 12888 State Route 88, is being cancelled. Sorry for any inconvenience!
UFOs in Northeast Ohio
Oct 25
Join us at the Reed Memorial Library in Ravenna on Saturday, October 25 from 2pm to 4pm.
Local historian, Wayne Enders, will share information and photos of UFO sightings in Northeast Ohio. Whether or not you’re a true believer, the records do exist and you can decide for yourself. All ages can join us Saturday, October 25th at 2pm for the slideshow and talk.
Family Halloween Party
Oct 28
Get the whole family ready for an evening of Halloween fun on Tuesday, October 28 at 6:30pm. Dress up in your costume and enjoy the spooky atmosphere, crafts, games, and activities for all ages at our Family Halloween Party. Take advantage of our photo ops to save the memories. Partygoers will also get goody bags while supplies last. Event held at Reed Memorial Library in Ravenna.
D&D One-Shot for Adults
Oct 30
Thursday, October 30 6pm to 8pm Adult D&D fans can have a spooky One-Shot Adventure at Reed Memorial Library in Ravenna. Come and play in costume if you dare! Whether you’re an experienced dungeon crawler or brand new to tabletop RPGs, this session is the perfect way to try D&D in a fun, spooky setting. We’ll provide everything you need—character sheets, dice, and a Halloween-themed adventure full of creepy twists and chilling encounters. Reserve your seat at the D&D table and get ready to play.
