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!
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
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.
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.
Portage Faith Church Holds Annual Bazaar
Nov 8
The ladies of Portage Faith United Methodist Church at 9922 State Route 44, Mantua, are pleased to invite you to their Annual Bazaar & Country Store on Saturday, Nov 8 from 9:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. Come stock up on baked goods, fresh homemade soups, crafts, ornaments, jewelry, and SO much more. Great gifts for the holidays. Bring a friend and enjoy delicious donuts and homemade soups at our on-site cafe. Admission is FREE.
Eagles Club Chicken Dinner
Nov 8
Garrettsville Eagles Scholarship Chicken Dinner. Nov. 8 4:00-7:30. $13. Open to public.
St. Anselm Christmas Boutique
Nov 8
ST. ANSELM CHRISTMAS BOUTIQUE: Saturday, November 8, 9:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.; St. Anselm School, 13013 Chillicothe Rd. (Rt. 306, just south of Rt. 322), Chesterland. There will be over 80 vendors with all kinds of great items to choose from. There will also be a snack bar and prize raffle with many great prizes. Admission is $1. Join the Boutique Bounce by also stopping at St. Mark Lutheran Church in Chesterland and Old South Church in Kirtland, both on Rt. 306, and be included in a free drawing for a chance to win one of 3 Gift Baskets. For further information call Shirley Chambers at (216) 832-5158.
Gift of the Magi Christmas Boutique
Nov 8
The “Gift of the Magi” Christmas Boutique, St Mark Lutheran Church, is an exciting juried craft show featuring many one-of-a-kind items. Friday, November 7th from 7-9 pm is the preview party. Adults only, $5. admission with wine and light appetizers. Saturday, November 8th 9-3 pm . Lunch available. Shoppers who get their card stamped at the boutiques at St Mark, St Anselm and Old South Church, will be eligible to win one of three grand prizes. St Mark is located at 11900 Chillicothe Road, Chesterland, Ohio. www.stmarkchester.org for more information.
Auditions for Phantom of the Opera
Nov 11 & 13
Auditions will be held on Nov 11 & 13 at 6:30 pm in the JA Garfield Iva Walker Auditorium, 10233 SR 88 Garrettsville for the Phantom of the Opera. Show dates are Jan 16-18 and 23&24. Men and women ages 16+ needed. No monolgue needede; parts will be read from the script. Contact director Jackie Loreta-Rinearson for questions – rinearson05@frontier.com
Soil “FUN”damentals
Nov 12
In honor of Ohio Soil Health Week, join Geauga Soil and Water Conservation District at the Middlefield Library (16167 East High Street) to learn about soil “FUN”damentals on Wednesday, November 12th at 6:30 pm. After a brief overview of soil properties and ways to improve soil health, we’ll dig into fun soil painting and a chance to win a free soil test! All are welcome to this adult program. Registration required by calling 440-632-1961 by November 11th.
MaRSI’s 2nd Friday Dinner
Nov 14
The Mantua Restoration Society (MaRSI) is holding their 2nd Friday Dinner, from 4 -7pm, on November 14, 2025. This month’s fall dinner features delectable entrees, fresh salads, and tantelizing desserts. In addition, the Mantua Historical Society will have a display of historic items about Mantua at the dinner. The Mantua Restoration Society is not permitted to charge a set amount and cannot mention what similar food might cost in a restaurant. Donations are graciously accepted. Dining in or carryout is available. The dinner is being held at the Mantua Center School Annex located at 11741 Mantua Center Road, Mantua Township. Prepare for a feast.
Swiss Steak Dinner
Nov 15
First Congregational Church UCC in Rootstown is having our monthly fund-raiser dinner of the on Nov 15 from 4 to 6 pm. Sit down dinners are being served, as well as carry-out and drive thru. Dinners are $15.00 and this month includes Swiss Steak, 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.
Breakfast With Santa
Dec 13
Breakfast with Santa will be held on December 13 from 10 a.m. – 11:30 a.m. at St. Ambrose Catholic Church in the Church Hall. All are welcome to this FREE breakfast. If you are able, please bring an item for the Nelson Garrettsville Community Cupboard. Santa will arrive with presents around 11:00 a.m.
