Updated 03.30.2026
Carolyn’s Venture Travel
The Crestwood Community Center has partnered with Carolyn’s to create affordable adventures! If interested, join us on a trip. Check out the possibilities and contact Carolyn at 330-388-4776. (Please also let Rosemary know if you plan on going. )
Schedule of Events
Thursday, May 28, 2026: Mystery Trip
Cost: $106 | Code: S2602
Leave time: 8:00 A.M. | Return: 7:00 P.M.
Summary:
The Mystery trips sell out fast! Come have a day of fun on this excursion. Trip includes a deluxe motor coach, lunch, and admissions.
Wednesday, June 10, 2026: Guardians & Yankee Game
Cost: $85/person
Includes ticket & transportation
Leave time: 11:00 A.M. (Hudson)
Wednesday, August 5, 2026: Marietta Trip
Cost: $105/person
Leave time: 8:00 A.M. | Return: 7:00 P.M.
Two buses are scheduled. Please mention Rosemary's name to ensure you are seated with CCC attendees. Carpool from Lodge to Stow available; contact Rosemary.
Summary: This trip includes an Ohio River boat cruise, a tour of the Basilica of St Mary of the Assumption, and lunch.
Saturday, August 15, 2026: Niagra Falls
Cost: $159 | Code: S2616
Leave time: 7:00 A.M. | Return: 9:30 P.M.
Deluxe Motor Couch is included in trip.
Summary: This trip includes a Maid of the Mist boat ride, time to enjoy the Falls, and a stop at Kelley's Country Store.
Thursday, September 17, 2026: Mystery Trip
Cost: $106 | Code: S2607
Leave time: 8:00 A.M. | Return: 7:00 P.M.
Summary:
The Mystery trips sell out fast! Come have a day of fun on this excursion. Trip includes a deluxe motor coach, lunch, and admissions.
Social Events
Thursday, April 2, 2026 | 12:00 PM | Headwaters Trail at Mill St.
Hike on smooth trails at a slower pace, with time to enjoy nature!
Register: www.portageparkdistrict.org.
Friday, April 10, 2026 | 10:00 A.M. | Jake's Eats: Upper Room | CCC Book Club Meet & Greet
May book: Eddie Winston is Looking for Love by Marianne Cronin
Need a copy? Contact Rosemary at CCC or Katherine at Bibury & Books
Thursday, April 16, 2026 | 12:00 PM | Portage Hike & Bike at Lake Rockwell Rd
Hike on smooth trails at a slower pace, with time to enjoy nature!
Register: www.portageparkdistrict.org.
Monday, April 20, 2026 | DEADLINE: Prom tickets payment due to CCC
Friday, April 24, 2026 | 10:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. | Earth Day Farmers & Market
CCC will have a table with baked goods.
Baked goods drop-off: Wednesday, April 22 | Lower level of the Granary on Prospect St.
Sunday, April 26, 2026 | 11:00 A.M. - 4:00 P.M. | Downtown Hiram Revitalization Spring Fest Hayden St.
Event takes place outside on the lawn (weather permitting).
Enjoy crafts, fun, and music!
Thursday, April 30, 2026 | 12:00 PM | Headwaters Trail at St Route 700
Hike on smooth trails at a slower pace, with time to enjoy nature!
Register: www.portageparkdistrict.org.
Friday, May 8, 2026 | 10:00 A.M. | CCC Book Club | Jake’s Eats Upper Room
Discussion of Eddie Winston is Looking for Love
Upcoming book list discussion
Monday, May 11, 2026 | 4:00 P.M. - 6:00 P.M. | Senior Celebration: A Prom for the Ages
Location: New Center Ballroom NE Ohio Medical University 4209 St Route 44 Rootstown, Ohio
Cost: $12/person
Summary: Enjoy dinner, an old-fashioned photo booth, giveaways, 50/50 and raffles!
Thursday, May 14, 2026 | 12:00 P.M. | Berlin Lake Trail: Kirkbride Rd
Hike on smooth trails at a slower pace, with time to enjoy nature!
Register: www.portageparkdistrict.org.
Thursday, May 28, 2026 | 12:00 P.M. | Portage Hike & Bike Trail: Franklin Connector
Hike on smooth trails at a slower pace, with time to enjoy nature!
Register: www.portageparkdistrict.org.
Saturday, June 6, 2026 | Triple Trail Fest
Summary: Come celebrate the three trails going through our home village! CCC is sponsoring a kids' table and bake sale. Phyllis will bring her donkeys and the cart for free donkey cart rides!
News & Important Updates
Important Dates
The second Wednesday of each month, we celebrate the Birthdays of the Month.
Wednesday, August 12, 2026: CCC will begin to meet in our new rooms at the Crestwood Administration building. Our new room is the two science rooms across from the gym.
Committees
The CCC is growing and help is needed to manage the growing programs. All committees will have one Board member present.
Committees:
Grants
Responsibilities: Assist in searching and applying for funds to support senior programs.
Publicity
Responsibilities: Contact newspapers, advertise our activities, and seek sponsors
Technology
Responsibilities: Create calendars, newspaper and post on Website our activities.
Thank you to Cindy and Carol for volunteering to the Sunshine Committee.
Thank you to Dawn and Deb for volunteering to help apply for grants.
Join Us!
The Crestwood Community Center meets every Wednesday from 11:00 A.M. - 3:00 P.M. at 4810 East High Street in Mantua Lodge at Buchert Park.
CCC is grateful to:
Hiram Community Trust Grant, The Portage Foundation, Potato Stomp Committee, Downtown Mantua Revitalization Corporation, Mantua-Shalersville Chamber of Commerce, and Mantua Village for making this dream a reality.