Around Garrettsville: Curtains up, Cruise Nights and Library fun
- Jackie Loreta-Rinearson ,
The Garrettsville Curtains up Theatre is proud to present its summer production “Game Show,” a comedy by Lew Riley and special permission from The Dramatic Publishing Company. Special thanks go to the sponsors: Middlefield Carter Lumber and Ohio Health Benefits. This production is directed by Justin Steck.
The show starts at 7 p.m. July 21, 22, 28 and 29, and at 2 p.m. July 23. Doors open 30 minutes prior to curtain. Tickets are available at the door; adults are $10, and seniors and children under 12 are $8.
Come out to the Iva Walker Auditorium at James A. Garfield Middle School and bring the whole family for this comedy, which goes behind the scenes and then in front of the cameras as it follows five fascinating contestants.
The Garrettsville Chamber of Commerce still has three Cruise Nights scheduled for this summer. The next will take place from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, July 15 on Main Street with music by Crazy Dave DJ. Rain date is Sunday, July 16.
Next, from 5 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12 there is a Cruise at the fire station with music by the Dennis Chandler Band, with a rain date of Sunday, Aug. 13. The last Car Cruise is from 3 to 6 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 16 at Garfield Plaza with music by the Ohio Crossroads Bluegrass Band, and a rain date of Sunday, Sept. 17.
The Eagles Club is still hosting its Wing Night every Tuesday; be sure to stop by from 5 to 8 p.m. at 8149 Water St. This event is open to the public.
The St. Ambrose Knights of Columbus will host their delicious steak fry from 4 to 8 p.m. Saturday, Aug. 12 in the hall at St. Ambrose Church at 10692 Freedom St., Garrettsville. Watch for more information.
The Farmer’s Market continues from 4 to 7 p.m. Thursdays in Buckeye Block on Main Street. Be sure to stop out.
The Portage County District Library in Garrettsville has fun times scheduled for this summer:
– Story time with Miss Robin takes place from 10 to 10:30 a.m. Tuesday, July 11.
– Did someone say Jungle Terry? Jungle Terry and all his amazing animals will visit the Garrettsville Library from 3 to 4 p.m. Tuesday, July 11.
– Not leaving the tweens and teens out, the library will host Bullet Journaling and Junk Journaling from 4 to 5 p.m. Tuesday, July 11. Stop in to learn the basics about two very different journaling styles: bullet journaling and junk journaling! Journals, paper and pens are provided. This event is intended for teens and includes writing, art and crafts. Make sure you call to register.
Congratulations to Jim and Diane Irwin for their 24th wedding anniversary — many more happy years.
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Jackie Loreta-Rinearson