Local events
Local events in Portage County
Ohio · 305 events in the next 90 days from 24 public calendars
This weekend: Hall rented, Bookmobile Stop, Friends of the Aurora Library Book Sale and 11 more. Checked October 19; updated daily.
Today, Monday, October 19
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Revolutionary Reads: Turning Pages, Changing Times
This is an adult self-led program. From June to December, participants will read one (or more) of the books or pamphlets selected for each decade and celebrate the highlights. Enter into this adventure and find get a chance to win America 250 original artwork, displayed at the…
From Portage County District Library
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Downtown Business Meet Up
Register here- https://www.eventbrite.com/e/2001899715940 Join us for a MSK + KACC Downtown Biz Meet Up at Blacktail Events You're invited to a downtown business meet up at Blacktail Events on Mon., Oct. 19 at 9am. We'll have guests from Thoomn Studios there to talk about…
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Babies and Books
Children up to age 2 and their caregivers are invited to join us for storytime. Enjoy rhymes, bouncing songs, books and interactive activities. Play time after storytime for children to explore and networking time for caregivers to meet others in the class.
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Windham Mysteries & More Book Club
This event is intended for adults and seniors and currently meets at the PCDL Garrettsville Branch Meeting Room on the 3rd Monday of the Month. Titles alternate between a mystery and an historical fiction, classic, or non-fiction selection. October's book is the 4th installment…
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Teen Advisory Board
Meet once a month to help the Young Adult Librarian decorate the library, prepare for upcoming events, and share ideas for future teen programs. TAB members have a voice in helping choose the events and activities offered for teens at the library. Before participating, a parent…
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Computer Classes
This event is intended for adults. September will focus on internet safety. October will focus on basic computer skills, and email usage.
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Portage County Crimes Through the Decades
Discover some of the more interesting and unusual crimes that occurred in Portage County during the 1920s. Presented by Kevin Gray. Room for 15 people.
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Next 7 days, Tuesday, October 20 to Monday, October 26
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Fun Fall Take and Make Craft Kit
Grab a fun fall themed children's craft kit from one of our Bookmobile stops while supplies last!
From Portage County District Library
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Third Grade Ohio ELA Test
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Bookmobile Stop
At the Bookmobile, you can: sign up for a library card, browse a variety of books and movies, check out and return materials, place holds on your favorite items, get personalized reading recommendations and more! Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
From Portage County District Library
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Fall Family Storytime
This event is geared for younger children, but all children are welcome.
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Toddler Tuesday
Is your child ready for social interaction, but not quite ready for Preschool Storytime? Then Toddler Tuesday is for you! Toddler Tuesday is geared toward children ages 1½ to 3 years with engaging stories, songs, movement, crafts and activities encouraging the development of…
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Dog Pause
Children and adults can stop in to visit with a certified therapy dog and its handler. The happy pair will be available on the first floor near the Teen Room each Tuesday morning during the months of September and October. Stop in for a short encounter with a sweet, furry friend.
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Fall Family Storytime
Celebrate autumn with cozy, fun-filled storytime for ages 0–5! Enjoy fall tales, songs and play while making friends and sparking your child's love for books. Limited to 20 children.
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Toddler Tuesday
Is your child ready for social interaction, but not quite ready for Preschool Storytime? Then Toddler Tuesday is for you! Toddler Tuesday is geared toward children ages 1½ to 3 years with engaging stories, songs, movement, crafts and activities encouraging the development of…
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Leadership Lunchbox Series | The Multi-Generational Workplace | Dr. Lett
Boxed lunch included. This session is sponsored by the Kent Area Chamber of Commerce. Session Info: The Multi-Generational Workplace: Leadership that Connects, presented by Dr. Tadarrelle Lett. Registration for The Lunchbox Series…
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Craft Your Own Bag with Bleach
You will be walked through the process of "painting" the back of the leaves with bleach, then pressing them onto the tote to leave a permanent impression of the leaves. Alternatively, you can lay out the leaves and spray bleach around them to make a negative of where the leaves…
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Dungeons and Dragons with Dave
Learn Role Playing Games here with a new player friendly experience run by a gamer with decades of experience. All materials for players will be provided. This event is intended for adults.
From Portage County District Library
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Randolph Nonfiction Book Club
This event is intended for adults.
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Knit and Crochet Group
Join us every third Tuesday for knitting and crochet by the fireplace. All skill levels welcome. This is a non-structured, social crafting time for adults.
From Portage County District Library
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Pruning Perennials
Most perennials should be cut back to 2–6 inches in the fall after several hard freezes have occurred. However, those left for winter bird feeding should not be cut back until late winter or early spring. Presented by Portage County Master Gardener Jill Halligan. Room for 30…
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Third Grade Ohio ELA Test
https://oh-ost.portal.cambiumast.com/families.html
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Bowman Breakfast
Join us as Sarah Spinner, J.D., Ph.D., shares her Kent State story and reflects on the relationships, experiences, and connections that have shaped her journey and her work at the Kent State University Museum. Click here to sign up- Bowman Breakfast Registration Wednesday, Oct.…
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Crestwood Community Center
10:30 SAIL 12:00 Lunch on your own or bring a dish to share 1:00 Social, crafts and puzzles 3:00 Steve Holt Fraud awareness
From Village of Mantua
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Dog Pause, Too
Children and adults can stop in to visit with a certified therapy dog and its handler. The happy pair will be available on the first floor near the Teen Room each Wednesday morning during the months of September and October. Stop in for a short encounter with a sweet, furry…
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Fall Family Storytime
This event is geared for younger children, but all children are welcome.
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Preschool Storytime
During preschool storytime, we read picture books, sing songs, move and dance, and play with the felt board. Each session features different activities and ends with a small craft project. According to studies, storytime is full of benefits for children, including promoting…
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Fall Storytimes
Come have a Fall-Tastic time this autumn at our Family Storytime! This event is for ages birth to age five. Fall into a new story - come read with us!
From Portage County District Library
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Afternoon Book Club
Copies of this book are available at the circulation desk one month prior to meeting. This event is intended for adults.
From Portage County District Library
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Beginner Mahjong
You only have to sign-up for the first class and you will be enrolled in all four Because of the nature of the classes, you must attend all 4 sessions. Time constraints do not allow for catch-up time with the instructor.
From Portage County District Library
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Bigfoot: Creation Adventure Story & Author Visit
This event is for ages 8 to 13.
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Makerspace Drop-Ins
Our staff will be on hand to answer your questions about using the Cricut, embroidery machine, sewing machine, button maker, and more. This is a great time to get ideas, plan your next project, or troubleshoot something you’ve been working on. No appointment or ongoing project…
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Building a Strong Financial Foundation
Discuss the core principles of personal finance, including income, expenses and financial habits. Attendees will learn how small, consistent decisions can lead to long term stability and confidence.
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Strickland House Book Discussion
Read Shirley Jackson's beloved gothic tale of a peculiar girl named Merricat and her family's dark secret. Taking readers deep into a labyrinth of dark neurosis, We Have Always Lived in the Castle is a deliciously unsettling novel about a perverse, isolated, and possibly…
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Craft Swap
Bring your excess craft supplies and equipment and take some. This event is for adults.
From Portage County District Library
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Fall Clean-up
Fall Clean-up will be October 22, 2026 Two large appliances will be permitted. No batteries, tires, hazardous materials, construction material, yard waste or partially filled paint cans will be taken. Refrigerators and freezers must have the Freon removed with the proper…
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Bookmobile Stop
At the Bookmobile, you can: sign up for a library card, browse a variety of books and movies, check out and return materials, place holds on your favorite items, get personalized reading recommendations and more! Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
From Portage County District Library
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Cora's Playroom
Drop in to play or stay all day! The room will be set up with toys and gross motor activities for babies and toddlers. Preschool playthings will also be available. PLEASE NOTE: Due to the mix of toys and activities that will be set up, there will be choking hazards present in…
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Music Makers
Each 30 minute music class is chock full of songs that engage your child's senses and encourage language development and socialization.
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Red Cross Blood Drive
To schedule your lifesaving blood donation, please either go to RedCrossBlood.org or use the free Red Cross blood donor app on your mobile device and enter Sponsor Code: Ravenna, or call1-800-RED-CROSS (1-800-733-2767). Open to all. Walk-ins welcome. COVID-19 INFO: Donating…
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The Plot Thickens Gardening Group
This event is intended for adults. Plant Swap Instructions: Please bring at least one plant to swap (additional plants are more than welcome!) in a container that is suitable for transport. All plants, including young plants and cuttings, must be pest-free, healthy and…
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Storytime A Go Go
Enjoy a new, hot-off-the presses children's book each week with our latest storytime offering hosted at downtown Ravenna's bookstore Books a Go Go located at 220 W. Main Street, Ravenna. Each librarian-led session will include read-alouds and a craft. This family storytime is…
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Create Haunted Gingerbread Houses
This event is for ages 6 to 12.
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Open Mic Night
We invite you to join us for an evening in the cozy Books a Go Go bookstore where we can share poetry, short stories, or any short writing that moves you! We'll have a relaxed evening filled with inspiration where writers take turns reading and reciting their work to others. If…
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Trunk or Treat Fun Night
Streetsboro's annual TRUNK OR TREAT Fun Night! The Witches, Ghosts and Ghouls are taking over! Get ready for a spooktacular evening of Halloween fun at Streetsboro’s annual TRUNK or Treat Fun Night! Join us Thursday, October 22nd, from 6:00 PM–8:00 PM at Streetsboro City Park…
From City of Streetsboro
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Public Forum
Public Forum to update residents about ongoing Fire/EMS mediation efforts with Hiram Township. The discussion will include challenges and potential solutions so that constituents can better understand the options Council are considering.
From Village of Hiram
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Bookmobile Stop
At the Bookmobile, you can: sign up for a library card, browse a variety of books and movies, check out and return materials, place holds on your favorite items, get personalized reading recommendations and more! Call 330-527-5082 ext. 221 for more information.
From Portage County District Library
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Friends of the Aurora Library Book Sale
Don't miss the Friends of the Library Library Book Sale! Great reads at unbeatable prices—something for everyone! Join us and help support the Aurora Memorial Library.
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Public meetings, 50 in the next 90 days
Public bodies that post their agendas: each line links the agenda or notice.
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Civil Service Commission
Regular Civil Service Commission Monthly Meeting
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RML Board of Trustees Meeting
The Reed Memorial Library Board of Trustees will hold their regular, monthly meeting at 5:00 p.m. in the Haymaker Room at 167 E. Main St. Board meetings are open and the public is encouraged to attend.
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BHS Board Meeting
Monthly board of trustee meeting. Open to the public. Call the office for more information.
From Kelso House
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Places
Every city, village and township in Portage County, with its own events in the next 90 days. Each links to its events page; a page with none says what we watch there and what is on nearby.
Townships 18
- Brimfield Township 21
- Randolph Township 17
- Atwater Township 13
- Ravenna Township 3
- Franklin Township 1
- Charlestown Township 0
- Deerfield Township 0
- Edinburg Township 0
- Freedom Township 0
- Hiram Township 0
- Mantua Township 0
- Nelson Township 0
- Palmyra Township 0
- Paris Township 0
- Rootstown Township 0
- Shalersville Township 0
- Suffield Township 0
- Windham Township 0
Where we look
The public calendars read for Portage County and its places once a day, by kind: the county's register of calendars. Every event above links to its posting on one of them.
Cities
- City of Kent public meetings · city calendar14 eventschecked Oct 19
- City of Streetsboro · city calendar3 eventschecked Oct 19
Villages
- Village of Mantua · village calendar12 eventschecked Oct 19
- Village of Hiram · village calendar9 eventschecked Oct 19
- Village of Garrettsville · village calendar4 eventschecked Oct 19
- Village of Mogadore · village calendar1 eventchecked Oct 19
Townships
- Atwater Township, Portage County · township calendar12 eventschecked Oct 19
School districts
- Waterloo Local School District · school district39 eventschecked Oct 19
- James A Garfield Local School District · school district18 eventschecked Oct 19
- Mogadore Local School District · school district10 eventschecked Oct 19
- Streetsboro City School District · school district10 eventschecked Oct 19
- Windham Exempted Village School District · school district6 eventschecked Oct 19
- McDonald Local School District · school district2 eventschecked Oct 19
- Brookfield Local School District · school district1 eventchecked Oct 19
- Southeast Local School District · school district1 eventchecked Oct 19
Libraries
- Portage County District Library · library89 eventschecked Oct 19
- Reed Memorial Library · library42 eventschecked Oct 19
- Twinsburg Public Library · library1 eventchecked Oct 19
- Akron-Summit County Public Library · library0 herechecked Oct 19
- Hudson Library and Historical Society · library0 herechecked Oct 19
- Newton Falls Public Library · library0 herechecked Oct 19
- Public Library of Youngstown & Mahoning County · library0 herechecked Oct 19
- Stark Library · library0 herechecked Oct 19
- Stow-Munroe Falls Public Library · library0 herechecked Oct 19
Parks
- Summit Metro Parks · parks district1 eventchecked Oct 19
Visitors bureaus and chambers
- Kent Area Chamber of Commerce · chamber of commerce11 eventschecked Oct 19
- Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce · chamber of commerce10 eventschecked Oct 19
- Streetsboro Area Chamber of Commerce · chamber of commerce2 eventschecked Oct 19
Museums, arts and universities
- Hiram College · university6 eventschecked Oct 19
- Northeast Ohio Medical University · university0 herechecked Oct 19
Other calendars
- Kelso House · calendar1 eventchecked Oct 19
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Compiled from the public calendars named above; every event links to the posting it came from. Checked October 19.
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