Garrettsville

Garrettsville’s Second Annual Zach Peterson Memorial Car Show will take place Labor Day, Monday, Sept. 1 at Nelson Ledges Road Course at 10342 State Route 305. Trophies will be awarded for classic cars in several categories. There will be food vendors, music, door prizes and a Chinese raffle.

“This event was huge last year,” Mayor Rick Patrick said, “and we expect it to be bigger this year.”  

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The Scotch Doubles Benefit for Michael Schustrich will be at 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6 at SkyLane Bowling at 8311 Windham St. Michael (Mikey) was tragically killed at work, leaving behind his wife and newborn son. The costs of $50 per couple and $20 for non-bowlers include three games of bowling, shoe rental, pizza, a Chinese auction (50/50) and draft beer, pop or coffee. Donations are welcome. For tickets or to reserve lanes, call or text Tom at 330-540-2616 or Nate at 440-570-1576. The proceeds from this event will help the Schustrich family with future expenses.  

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The 15th Annual Garrettsville Browns Backers Dawg Walk will start at 9 a.m. Sunday, Sept. 14. Check-in starts at 9 a.m. First walkers out at 10 a.m. Travel to local stops and draw your poker cards for a chance to win a $150 cash prize for best hand. As always, those who register before the Sept. 7 deadline will receive custom-made T-shirts. If you miss the deadline, that’s OK. You can still sign up and enjoy a free lunch plus receive your poker hand for a chance at the cash. The cost to attend is $25. Funds raised go to the James A. Garfield High School soccer program.

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The village’s first Oktoberfest will be from noon to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20 downtown on Main Street rain or shine. There will be food, vendors and music. 

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Garrettsville Nutrition at 8126 Main St. closed its doors recently.

Village of Hiram

The Village of Hiram Council approved adding a full-time police officer.

“That’s the second full-time officer we’ve added,” Mayor Anne Haynam said. “We added one last year, so we’re growing our department.”

Anyone interested in applying should call the village offices at 330-569-7677 or the police department at 330-569-3236.

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The Village of Hiram has a public notice out for a bid on the village-owned commercial property known as the Old Light Plant on Wakefield Road on the Hiram College campus. The bid (minimum $75,000) runs until Sept. 15.

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The annual BBQ Barn Blast will be from 3 to 7 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 20 at the Hiram Farm at 11543 Garfield Rd.

“It’s a living, working environment for individuals with autism,” Haynam said.

The menu will include burgers, barbecue chicken, hot dogs, beer, wine, soda and water. There will be music by The Good Nights plus a 50/50 and over 30 basket raffles as well as a chance to win the wheelbarrow of cheer. Sponsorships are available as well.

The costs are $65 per person, $15 per child under 12 years old and $540 for a reserved table of eight.

Your ticket purchase and contributions from raffles and sponsorships help fund the Hiram Farm programs, therapeutic activities and community outreach. Funds raised will go toward improving the farm facilities, ensuring a meaningful day for the farm’s farmers. Your support helps Hiram Farm to continue fostering a welcoming environment where individuals can connect, learn and grow together.

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The Hiram Historical Society will host a dinner in an 1880s White House with a woman who portrays Lucretia Garfield, the wife of former United States President James A. Garfield, at 5 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 21. The historical society is located at 11617 State Route 700. The Garfields lived in the village of Hiram for many years; the former president attended Hiram College. The woman portraying the former first lady will speak about the Garfields’ time in the White House, while guests will enjoy food prepared in the theme of the 1880s. The cost is $65 per person.

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Village council is exploring legislation to address the feral cat colony in the village.

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Maggie’s and MORE, a donut shop at 6821 Wakefield Rd., has rebranded itself as the M.O.R.E. Café, which now serves breakfast and lunch.

Hiram Township

A Hiram Township driving position (truck, snowplow, etc.) will be open due to an upcoming retirement. Anyone interested in applying should call Tom Matota at 330-569-8857.

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The township trustees have learned that they have to bid the township’s trash contract.

“We were hoping just to extend the contract with our present trash company,” township Chair Jack Groselle said.

Mantua Township

A fundraising dinner for the Mantua Restoration Society will be from 4 to 7 p.m. Friday, Sept. 12 in the Mantua Center School gymnasium at 11741 Mantua Center Rd. Dine-in or carry-out. No charge but donations accepted. Please consider giving what you’d pay for a comparable meal at a restaurant plus tip. A variety of entrées provided, including one supplied each month from Main Street on the River. Several salads and a variety of desserts, including homemade pies. All food is home-cooked and donated by the MaRSI members – soups to casseroles to cornbread to salads and desserts. Light piano music provided by Steve Stork. Note: This is not a free community meal, but rather a fundraiser for the Mantua Restoration Society which helps provide funds for the restoration and upkeep of Mantua Center’s historic buildings and sites. For more information, please contact Susan Pollard at 330-586-8337. 

Village of Mantua

Upcoming events in the Martin Hura Lodge’s Crestwood Community Center at Buchert Park at 4810 E. High St.:

*SAIL Class – Wednesdays, Aug. 27, Sept. 3 and Sept. 10: Stay Active and Independent for Life – SAIL into the future with exercises designed for those 65 and older. Stay mobile and energetic.

 *Walk with Ro – Noon Wednesday, Aug. 27: Before lunch, “Walk with Ro” for 30 minutes.

 *Special Program – Acrylic Painting, 1 p.m. Wednesday, Aug. 27: Megan Sommers is the instructor. $15 materials fee.

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The Portage County District Library Bookmobile will be at Buchert Park on Wednesday, Sept. 3 and Wednesday, Sept. 10. Check out new books, return old ones, meet new friends and participate in library programs.

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The Rotary Club of Mantua’s Poker Paddle will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 6. Paddle down the Cuyahoga River and collect cards to build the best poker hand. The top three hands win cash prizes. More information and registration are available at mantuarotaryclub.org.

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Yoga on the Green will be at 10 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 6 and 6 p.m. Tuesday, Sept. 9. This is an all-levels class, so whether you’ve practiced for decades or never a day in your life, you are welcome. Donations accepted but not expected. Dress comfortably and bring either a mat, blanket or towel. Be sure to also bring water; hydration is important! Join in and connect breath and movement for overall better health. Please arrive 5-10 minutes early to fill out a brief liability waiver. Sign once and you’re good for the season.

Windham Township

The Windham Township Trustees held a public hearing for zoning to move frontages from 200 feet to 150 feet for anybody who owns property in the township.

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The storage facility that replaced Geauga Highway is D Bros Storage.

Freedom

State Representative Heidi Workman spoke at the Freedom Township Trustees meeting Aug. 21 about a petition making the rounds in the state of Ohio to abolish property tax.

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Freedom’s annual Fall Festival will be from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 27 in front of Town Hall at 8966 State Route 700. Vendors will sell their crafts and goods, the Freedom Township Historical Society will bring cornstalks and pumpkins, and there will be food available plus musical entertainment.

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Cement will soon be poured on the floor inside the historical society’s storage building.