Grief Support Group
Sundays
Grief Group meets every Sunday at 3 pm. The meetings are held at Garrettsville United Methodist Church and last about an 1 – 1 ½ hours. Everyone is welcome. For questions you can call the church at 330-527-2055.
Families Anonymous Meetings
Mondays
(except holidays)
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. Don’t face it ALONE! 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.
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.
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!
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 for lunches by three days – 330-889-2733.
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!
Start Talking! Portage Mantua
4th Tuesday of Month
Meets the 4th Tuesday of every month at 6PM to make a difference in our communities by combating drug abuse in our schools and our county. Medical Arts Building, 6693 N. Chestnut St. Suite 268B, Ravenna, office of Groups Recover Together.
Start Talking ! Portage Stop Addiction
Tuesday & Thursday
Start Talking! Portage has been able to schedule three NEW NA meetings in Portage County. Tuesday at 2:30 & Thursday at 2:00 at Christ Episcopal Church at 118 South Mantua St., Kent, Ohio and Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at Mantua Christian Church 4118 S. R. 82, Mantua, Ohio 44255
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.
Garage Sale
June 8 & 9
Middlefield Historical Society hosts its annual garage sale from 9:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m. at the Century Inn Underloft, 14979 South State Ave. (Rt. 608), Middlefield Village. Bargains galore, low prices, plus the penny box returns with new treasures. Reduced prices on Saturday.
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
Call Today
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.The County Clothing Center provides clothing free of charge to any Portage County resident who needs it. The Center is a program of Family & Community Services, Inc.
Indoor Yard Sale
June 7 – 9
Southington Indoor Yard Sale at Delightful Church corner of rt 422 and Barclay Messerly June 7th and 8th 9am to 3pm, June 9th 10am to 2pm. Baby items, household, furniture, tools, antiques, books, movies and more
Spring Rummage Sale
June 7-9
Spring Rummage Sale June 7, 9-3, June 8, 9-3, June 9, 9-noon. Door Prizes & Bake Sale. Something for everyone!
Christ Covenant Church, 16406 Kinsman Rd. (Route 87), Middlefield, OH 44062 All proceeds from sale benefit Charity Children’s Ministry. Donations welcome. Call 440-858-7481
Square Dance in Niles
June 9
The Friendly Squares will host their monthly square dance, Saturday, June 9, from 7:30 to 10 p.m. at the Niles SCOPE Center, 14 E. State St., Niles, Ohio. Ed Pabst will be the caller and Frankie Hammond will be calling line dances between the tips. This will be a High/Low dance with tips for new dancers and tips for more experienced dancers. Dress is casual and light refreshments will be served. There is a $6 donation per person at the door. For additional information call Gene Hammond at 330-506-3370.
Register Today For Gott Fen Hike
June 9
Join ODNR staff as we offer a special opportunity to view one of our State threat- listed plants, the lady slipper orchids, on June 9 from 10:00am- 12:00pm. Located at the Gott Fen State Nature Preserve, State Route 303 in Streetsboro this hike is by registration only. Space is limited and is available to the first 20 registrants. To register please contact Adam Wohlever at 330-527-5118 or email adam.wohlever@dnr.state.oh.us
FUN, FOOD, FELLOWSHIP & FAITH – FREE
beginning June 11
The 4F’s has changed the time!!!! We will now start at 12:30 and go to 2 pm at the Garrettsville United Methodist Church, 8223 Park Ave. on Monday, June 11th, and continuing on the second Monday of every month. Everyone is welcome to join us for refreshments and the option of doing some activities such as games, cards, crafts, etc. We are working on having a lending library and some devotional materials if you wish to participate. Bring a friend to enjoy great fellowship!!!!
Program About Freedom Station
June 12
The Freedom Township Historical Society will host a special program, Around the Kitchen Table With the Families of Freedom Station, at 7 pm June 12 at the Freedom Community Center, 8940 S.R. 700. FTHS Treasurer and Historian Judy Thornton will lead a moderated discussion about the station that will include descendants of storekeeper Oscar Hunt. If you have memories and/or artifacts related to Freedom Station you are more than welcome to come and share. Refreshments will be provided.
Save the Date
June 12
Tuesday, June 12th at 7 p.m. in the Fellowship Hall of the Garrettsville United Methodist Church, 8223 Park Ave., Beth McMaster and Friends who gave a week of their lives to serve the needs of others will present the program: The “Nuts” and “Bolts” of Our Mission Trip to Virginia. The United Methodist Women welcome anyone in the community to join us to learn about how individuals can serve the needs in our country. You may even decide to join the next Mission trip.
Celebrate With Our Members
June 12
Tuesday, June 12 5:30 pm, Celebrate With Our Members Meeting at Huntsburg Community Center, 12406 Madison Rd, Huntsburg. Free Raffle prize donated by Chow Down. Cost $12, RSVP to 440-632-5705 or mccinfo@middlefieldcc.com Middlefield Chamber of Commerce.
Performers Wanted
beginning June 13
Hiram Community Band is seeking volunteer performers on any concert band instruments, especially woodwinds, French horn and percussion. Our concert is on July 4 at 4PM on the street outside Frohring Hall on the Hiram College campus. Rehearsals will be in Frohring from 7-9 on Weds. June 13, Thurs. June 21, and Monday July 2. If interested, contact Jeffrey Quick at jaq@case.edu or 216-368-6677
Addiction Treatment & Recovery Awareness Program
June 14
Community members are invited to learn more about addiction, treatment, and recovery at an awareness event being held at Portage Community Chapel on Thursday, June 14 from 6-8pm.
Attendees will learn about the drug overdose crisis, the addiction process, and treatment and recovery. Residents of Portage will also be able to receive a free naloxone overdose response kit through Project DAWN. Naloxone is a medication that can reverse an overdose caused by an opioid drug. Speakers include representatives from the Mental Health & Recovery Board of Portage County, Townhall II, the Portage County Health District and the recovery community. Portage Community Chapel is located at 6490 OH 14, Ravenna. The event is free and open to the public. For more information contact 330.673.1756.
Elder Abuse Program
June 15
The Portage County Senior Center will be hosting a program to discuss “Elder Abuse” at 10:30a.m. on the morning of June 15th. Following the program, we will be celebrating our fathers with a special “Father’s Day Luncheon” to be served at 11:30. There is no cost for the event, but sign-up is required and can be done by calling 330-297-3456, or you can stop by and visit at 705 Oakwood St., Ravenna.
Free Community Meals
June 18
Christ Lutheran will be sponsoring Free Community Meal on Monday, June 18 from 5 to 6:30 PM. Please come and share a meal and enjoy visiting with neighbors and friends. Look forward to seeing you there. The church is located at 10827 North Main Street, Mantua, For more info call the Church at 330-274-2849.
Mental Health First Aid Registration
June 18 & 19
On Monday June 18 and Tuesday June 19 Coleman Professional Services and the Mental Health & Recovery Board will offer a Mental Health First Aid training in Ravenna. This 8-hour training course gives people the tools to identify when someone might be struggling with a mental health or substance use problem and to connect them with appropriate support and resources when necessary.
The cost is $25 and includes the workbook, training materials, and a continental breakfast each day. The class is being held 8am-noon on June 18 & 19 at Coleman in Ravenna. To register call 330.673.1756 ext 201 or visit www.mental-health-recovery.org
Lunch & Learn
June 19
The Portage County Senior Center will hold a “Lunch & Learn” event on June 19th entitled “Walk A Mile in My Shoes”, which is a discussion about Alzheimer’s. The event is scheduled for 11-12 and there is no cost. Sign-up is required and may be done by calling 330-297-3456, or you can stop by and visit at 705 Oakwood St., Ravenna.
The Longest Day
June 20
The Portage County Senior Center will be commemorating The Alzheimer’s “The Longest Day” on June 20th. To recognize all those who suffer from Alzheimer’s, members are asked to wear purple. We will serve purple cupcakes and will hold a 50/50 raffle to support their efforts for a cure. Please arrive by 9:30 and bingo will follow at 10:30. The senior center is located at 705 Oakwood St. For more info, you may call 330-297-3456.
Grandparents In The Park
June 21
Make a date in Nature with the little person in your life. Grandparents and grandchildren, warm up for the first day of summer, June 21, with Geauga Park District’s Grandparents Summer Picnic at the new Claridon Woodlands, featuring Nature activities, a picnic with hot dogs courtesy of the Chardon Senior Center and more! Registration is required at the new www.geaugaparkdistrict.org or 440-286-9516 for this special get-together on Friday, June 8, noon to 1:30 p.m. Rides around the park will also be given on the EZ Go Cart. Please bring a dessert or side dish to share.
Claridon Woodlands is located at 11383 Claridon Troy Road. You can learn more about this new park, featuring a Nature-based playground, at www.geaugaparkdistrict.org/park/claridon-woodlands.
Trunk-n-Treasure Sale
June 23
Immaculate Conception Council 1417 of the Knights of Columbus and the Chestnut Grove Art District will be hosting a Trunk-n-Treasure Sale; an Outdoor Flea Market. Vendors wil be able to sell items from the trunk of their cars. The sale will take place at the Immaculatre Conception parking lot, 251 W. Spruce Avenue in Ravenna on June 23, 2018. Sale will be from 9:00 am to 2:00pm rain or shine. Spaces are $15.00 for one/$25.00 for two. Tables chairs, and canopies are not available for rental. Vendors are asked to provide their own. To register send name, phone number, number of spaces and fee to: Chuck Calasina, 409 W. Main St., Ravenna, Ohio 44266. Make checks payable to: Knights of Columbus 1417
For more information please contact: Michael Reder 330-297-0113
Youth Shoot
June 23 & 24
The Streetsboro Sportsman Association is hosting youth shoots for ages 10-18 on June 23 and 24 from 9:00AM till 2:00PM on both days. June 23 will be for first time participants and June 24 for previous participants or experienced youth. Space is limited. For more information or to reserve your place contact Russ Vandercook @ (330)274-3566 or email at rvclays@aol.com. The club is located at 11280 Bloom Road, Nelson Township 44231.
Time Lab VBS
June 25-29
Crossroads Community Church
9018 State Route 44 Ravenna, Ohio 44266 will be holding a Vacation Bible School from June 25th-29th from 9A-12P
Welcoming children 3yrs-6th grade. Register @ www.thecrossroads.cc or call 330.296.6729
String Art
June 26
The Portage County Senior Center will be hosting local artist Megan Summers, who will be here to teach “String Art” on June 26th from 10-11:30. The art room has limited space so sign-up is required. There is no cost, but donations to help with the cost of supplies are appreciated. You may call 330-297-3456 to sign-up, or can stop by at 705 Oakwood St., in Ravenna.
Community Dinner At RFC
June 27
For your dining pleasure, Tom is back and cooking up a storm for the Community Dinner.
June 27th, 5-6:30 at the Renaissance Family Center 9005 Wilverne Dr. Windham, Ohio
Grant-In-Aid-Program
Deadline Aug 6
The Omega Chapter of Delta Kappa Gamma, a society of women educators in Geauga County, is offering a grant-in-aid to a female student who is entering her senior year in college and is majoring in education. The applicant must be a graduate of a Geauga County high school. The deadline for completed applications is August 6, 2018. Interested applicants should contact Mrs. Deborah Hofstetter, Grant-in-Aid Committee, Delta Kappa Gamma, P.O. Box 313, Chardon, OH 44024.
