Ravenna Chamber of Commerce

Hometown Bank Concert Series-The D.B. Band
2021-07-29 19:00 - 21:00 (America/New_York) | Ravenna Courthouse Lawn, OH, United States
Concert Ad

1st Annual Rib Cook Off
2021-07-31 12:00 - 18:00 | United Church of Jesus Christ, 420 S. Prospect St., Ravenna, OH, 44266, United States

Octane Nights
2021-08-04 08:00 - 17:00 | OH, United States

Multi-Chamber Un-Wind
2021-08-12 16:30 - 18:00, 2021-09-09 16:30 - 18:00, 2021-10-07 16:30 - 18:00 | UH Pavilion, 6947 North Chestnut Street, Ravenna, OH, 44266, United States

Ravenna Chamber GOLF OUTING 8/27/21
2021-08-27 09:00 - 17:00 | Windmill Lakes, 6544 St Rt 14, Ravenna, 44266, United States
CLICK HERE-Golfers & Sponsors

SHOTGUN START at 9:00am
Foursome-$400
*18 holes of golf and cart *Hot Lunch *Beverages *T-Shirt *Swag Bag
*Framed Team Photo
*Lots of Prizes and Contests (Team 1st prize $160)

Individual Golfer-$110
*18 holes of golf and cart *Hot Lunch *Beverages *T-Shirt *Swag Bag
*Framed Team Photo
*Lots of Prizes and Contests (Team 1st prize $160)

Sponsorship Opportunities
Major Outing Sponsor-$1500
*Up To Two Foursomes *Advertising your business on Ravenna Chambers website*Company Supplied Banner displayed at Registration Table*Recognition in all Promotion and Advertising of Event
*Free E-Blast to Chamber Members
*Company Supplied promotional items distributed in “Swag Bag” to ALL Golfers*Social Media Shout Out *T-shirts for up to 8 golfers
*Framed Team Photo day of the event*Advertised In Program

2 Lunch Sponsors-$750 Each(Total of 2)
*Signage at Lunch Pavilion
*Company Supplied promotional items distributed in
“Swag Bag” to ALL Golfers
*Advertised In Program

19th Hole Sponsors-$500 Each
Mimi’s Italian Bar and Grill, Tavern 1888, West Main Street Winery, or Big Dog
-Pick One Business You Would Like To Sponsor
*Company Supplied promotional items distributed in “Swag Bag” to ALL Golfers*Set Up Table at Business /Promotional items,
*20 Free Drink Tickets to be used that night

Flag-Hole Sponsor-$150
*Company Supplied promotional items distributed in “Swag Bag” to ALL Golfers*18 Flag Sponsors Available

Sign-Hole Sponsor-$100
*Company Supplied promotional items distributed in “Swag Bag” to ALL Golfers *18 Flag Sponsors Available

Raven Awards 9/1/2021
2021-09-01 18:00 - 20:00 | Ravenna High School, 6589 N Chestnut St, , Ravenna, OH, 44266, United States
TICKETS CAN BE PURCHASED AT THE DOOR

CLICK HERE FOR TICKETS & SPONSORSHIPS
Each year, Raven Awards are given to notable individuals and/or companies in the community. Awards are given in the following categories:

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT

An individual who is generally recognized as having made a significant contribution to the prosperity and the quality of life of the Ravenna area community. The individual is recognized as someone who has demonstrated over and beyond leadership and/or service in Ravenna over a period of several years. The individual should be seen as someone of high character and someone who would honorably represent the spirit of the award.

VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

An individual or group who goes above and beyond, exemplifying the true potential of how volunteers make a difference in the Ravenna area community in 2019 & 2020.

CITIZEN OF THE YEAR

An individual, who in the spirit of community service, demonstrates exceptional leadership and initiative in their efforts to support the betterment of the Ravenna area community in 2019 & 2020.

NEW CONSTRUCTION

Recognition for new construction of a building or public structure in the Ravenna area, completed in 2019 & 2020.

NEW RENOVATION

Recognition for interior or exterior renovation of a building or public structure in the Ravenna area, completed in 2019 & 2020.

NEW BUSINESS IN 2019 & 2020

We believe that any and all businesses should be recognized and appreciated for making Ravenna their home for their new business. This award will recognize any NEW businesses opened in 2019 & 2020.

Nominations may be submitted by any individual, group or business residing, working, or doing business in the Ravenna area community. In order to win the awards, the individual must meet the following criteria:

Resides or works in the Ravenna area community.
Has not won the award in the previous year.
Is not currently on the selection committee for this award.

Nominations are accepted with the requested information on the back of this completed form, along with additional documentation attached as needed. One nomination per application form may be submitted. Applications must be received at the Chamber Office, 135 East Main Street, Ravenna, Ohio 44266 by June 30, 2021. For questions regarding the awards or nomination process, contact Ryann Kuchenbecker, Chamber Director, at 330-296-3886.

RHS 2019 Scholarship Winners
Lauren Calhoun
Reilly Full
Nick Rainone

NEW BUSINESS 2019
Canine Couture
Chipotle
Popped!
Chestnut Convenient Store
Vance’s Carriage House Creamery

NEW Renovation 2019
Saint-Gobain Performance Plastics
Stepping Stone Community Services
Maplewood Career Center
Darrah’s All Star Academy

NEW Construction 2019
Allen Aircraft Products
Chipotle
The Wilds at Harvest Rose
Independence of Portage

Volunteer of the Year 2019
Portage Community Chapel

Citizen of the Year 2019
Ray & Ann Harner

Honorary Award 2019
Mike Tontimonia

Lifetime Achievement Award 2019
Joe & Regina Coia

RHS 2020 Scholarship Winners
Lukas Spiker
Tessa Gabriel
Caitlyn Skilton

NEW BUSINESS 2020
Pinnacle Treatment Center
Ravenna Nutrition
War Horse Ink
2illXcuts
Lugapha’s Smoked BBQ
Arrow Industrial Solutions
Vista IT Systems

NEW Renovation 2020
Children’s Advantage Family Center
It’s All Fine Consignment
M&J Medical Supply

NEW Construction 2020
PARTA
Volunteer of the Year 2020
Pat Dennison

Citizen of the Year 2020
Dennis Honkala

Honorary Award 2020
Theodore G. Manfrass

Lifetime Achievement Award 2020
Rick Coe

RHS 2021 Scholarship Winners
Hali Matulka
Katherine Miller
Margaret Remley
Amelia Walton

Chalk Fest
2021-09-11 12:00 - 15:00 | Court House Lawn, Main and Park, Ravenna, 44266
The sidewalks of downtown Ravenna will become a colorful canvas created by artists. Painters of ALL ages will be working to create their incredible works of art.
Saturday, September 11, 2021 (Rain Date Sunday, Sept 12) Noon –3pm. Judging begins at 2:30pm. CASH PRIZES for both adult and children categories.
Bring your family a friends to create art in the company of others while social distancing.
Sidewalk painters are assigned a square on a first come, first serve basis. A basic chalk kit and blending materials are provided. We recommend bringing knee-pads, sunscreen and a hat. All artwork must be suitable for public viewing. No words or symbols intended as advertising may appear within the image: however you may sign your name. If your square is sponsored, the sponsors name will appear above the space. Sidewalk artists agree that work done in conjunction with this festival may be reproduced by photograph or video and used by the Ravenna Parks and Recreation Department for promotional purposes. Artists need to check in before 12:30pm.

United Way Annual Kick Off
2021-10-06 18:00 - 22:00 | MidWay Drive-In, 2736 St Rt 59, Ravenna, OH, 44266, United States
United Way 2021

Multi-Chamber After Hours
2021-10-19 16:30 - 18:00 | West Main Street Winery, 234 W Main St, Ravenna, 44266
Join Open Arms Adoptions for a multi-chamber after hours at West Main Street Winery & Brewery on October 19 from 4:30 p.m. to 6 p.m.
Network with chamber members from Kent, Ravenna, and Streetsboro Chambers of Commerce.
Open Arms Adoptions will provide food. Beverages are on your own. Registration is FREE!

Main Street Mile
2021-10-23 11:00 - 14:00 | Main Street Ravenna, 267 West Main Street, Ravenna, OH, 44266, United States

Drive-Thru Trick or Treat
2021-10-30 10:00 - 14:00 | Ravenna City Park, 175 Oakwood Street, Ravenna, OH, 44266, United States

Haunted Winery
2021-10-30 11:00 - 17:00 | West Main Street Winery, 234 W Main St, Ravenna, 44266

6th Annual Wine Pull: Hollywood & Wine
2021-11-06 18:00 - 22:00 | The New Center, 4209 ST. RT 44, Rootstown, 44272
We are returning to our in-person event in 2021! We can’t wait to see you there.
The theme this year is Hollywood & Wine. So get your best gown & suit (or tux!) and strut your stuff on the red carpet!
We are offering three admission options: VIP, General, and Virtual.
VIP – $200/couple, $125/individual
General – $120/couple, $65/individual
Virtual – $50/person, receive $25 GrubHub or DoorDash Gift Card and view a live stream of the program.
Don’t forget to purchase your custom 24″x24″ Walk of Fame Star for just $50. For VIPs, this is included. These will be displayed at the event and online.
Donations of wine and liquor for this event are accepted year-round at our Kent office. Wine used in the wine pull must retail at a minimum value of $20; we happily accept donations of expensive and rare wines as that is part of the fun!
Sponsorships are currently being accepted. To learn more email tina@openarmsadopt.com.

Ravenna Business Roundtable-State Rep. Gail Pavliga, Senator Jerry Cirino, & JumpStart
2021-11-10 18:00 - 20:00 | West Main Street Winery, 234 W Main St, Ravenna, 44266

2021 Veterans Day Ceremony
2021-11-11 14:00 - 15:00 | Kent Central Gateway, 201 East Erie St., Kent, 44240
PARTA will honor veterans with a ceremony on Veterans Day, Thursday, November 11, 2021 at the Veterans Memorial adjacent to the Kent Central Gateway Transit Center, 201 East Erie Street, in downtown Kent. The program begins at 2 pm. The public is welcome to attend.

Mini Golf at the Library
2021-11-20 18:00 - 21:00, 2021-11-21 13:30 - 16:30 | Reed Memorial Library, 167 East Main St., Ravenna, OH, 44266, United States
Library Board

Ravenna Holiday Celebration / Midnight Madness 2021
2021-11-26 18:00 - 22:00 | Ravenna Courthouse Lawn, OH, United States
REGISTER or SPONSOR-CLICK HERE

6th Annual Holiday Raffle-Drawing Extended -Dec. 13th
2021-12-13 08:00 - 17:00 | OH, United States
GET TICKETS TODAY!!!-CLICK HERE

HOLIDAY RAFFLE

Thank YOU for our donated RAFFLE items soooo far!!

50″ Samsung Flatscreen TV
Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce

Diamond Necklace
Don Basch Jewelers

4 Tickets to Kalahari
Allen Aircraft Products

2 Passes to Cedar Point
Portage County Commissioner Tony Badalamenti

8 GIFT CARDS
combined total $500.00
Andrei’s Jewelers

Eric Schlaubach State Farm
Julie Piccione Beach
Salvation Army
Bean and the Baker
West Main Street Winery
RC Cook Insurance
Guido’s Pizza & Catering
UH Portage/The Chestnut Tree

IF your wanting to donate a
GIFT CARD, GIFT BASKET, OR GIFT
please contact the Ravenna Chamber ….

GET YOUR TICKETS TODAY!!!

We all have seen how successful this event can be and how a lot of the businesses are supported and patronized in a HUGE Way!!! This is a great opportunity to encourage the community and surrounding community to come back even after the raffle is over by winning one of these wonderful prizes…and continuing to support our town and businesses throughout the Holiday Season!!!

The Winners will be announced virtually ON Facebook Live on
December 13, 2021

Tickets are $5.00 Each
or
6 Tickets for $25.00
Click HERE

Tickets can be purchased at the following businesses….
Eric Schlaubach State Farm,
Ravenna Nutrition,
RC Cook Insurance,
Bean and the Baker,
West Main Street Winery,
Print & Sign Express,
Ravenna Chamber,
Tavern 1888,
Jonathan Floyd,
or online

Thank YOU to Shorts Spicer Crislip for printing the Raffle Tickets !!!!

Honorary Way-Honoring Gary & Tricia Krause 1/7/22
2022-01-07 09:00 - 10:00 | Portage Courthouse Lawn, 203 West Main Street, Ravenna, OH, 44266, United States
We are extremely proud and honored to recognize
Gary & Tricia Krause

as the newest Honorary Way Recipient.

Gary (late) & Tricia Krause have been huge contributors to Ravenna and the surrounding community. They have been proud owners of Mongoose Motorsports and Portage Trim as wells as extremely well known for the largest community event Octane Nights car show that is held in Ravenna. They have been extremely influential, and with their presence have shined such a positive light within all of their interactions. It is with great HONOR to be able to recognize and acknowledge the iconic efforts and magnitude of depth that comes with working with and knowing the Krause’s, while celebrating their accomplishments and characters.

Please join us on Friday, January 7, 2022 at 9:00am at the CourtHouse Lawn for the Honorary Way Ceremony .

Portage County-HELP Feed Our Heros!!!
2022-02-01 08:00 - 21:00 | OH, United States
SEE BELOW FOR A COMPLETE LISTING OF OUR DONORS

CLICK HERE TO DONATE MONETARY FUNDS

CLICK HERE TO DONATE FOOD

Thank YOU to ALL for the DONATIONS to “Help Feed Our Healthcare Heroes”

Allen Air Craft

Ametek

Amy Adams

Amy Michael

Anne Moneypenny

Bennett Land Title

Bennett Rentals

Benoit Family

Beverly Kibler

Bob & Linda Kerr

BRIMFIELD INSURANCE GROUP

Brooks Homestyle BBQ

Children’s Advantage

City Bank Antiques

Clinical Rx Consulting

Country Acres Campground-Anthony Palmentera

Cub Scout Pack 3551 Wolf Den

Cynthia Stone

Dairy Queen Garrettsvile

Dairy Queen Ravenna

Darrin & Michelle Hartman

Debbie Mann

Ethel Wupperman

Garrettsville Area Chamber of Commerce

Gary Brunswick

Grazers Restaurant

Haven of Portage County

Holly Brunswick

Hope Town

Ina Sayre

Isagenix

Jerry & Julie Beach

Jersey Mike’s Subs Aurora

Joan Seidel

Joe & Pam Mazzola on behalf of Mongoose Motorsports

Joe Sontich

John & Maria Rhoads

Jordan Michael

Kay Dubinsky

KelliJo Jeffries

Kia of Streetsboro

Lakeside Sand & Gravel Inc

Linda Markijohn

Lisa Pickens

Malavanh Rassavong

Mantua-Shalersville Chamber of Commerce

Mongoose Motorsports LLC

Neighborhood Development Services, Inc

Nissan of Streetsboro

Passion Community Church

Patricia Walliga

Portage County Commissioner Sabrina Christian Bennett

Portage County Commissioner Tony Badalamenti

Portage County Commissioner Vicki Kline

Portage County Land Bank

Portage County Recorder Lori Calcei

Portage County Treasurer Brad Cromes

Portage Development Board

Portage Medical Center Foundation

Ravenna Area Chamber of Commerce

Richard “Sparky” Bennett

Ryann, Ricky, Lilly & Olivia Kuchenbecker

Salvation Army

Sequoia Wellness

Shackelford Family

Spalding Emig Company

Streetsboro Knights of Columbus Council #4571

Studio Clay-Stacey Woolf

Sunshine Cupcakes

Susie K’s Café & Tea Room

Terry Suntheimer

The Davey Tree Expert Company

The Pioneer Insurance Group

The Step2 Company, LLC

Theresa Roberts

Tree City Dental

Trexler Rubber Company

Vince Coia

Volkswagen of Streetsboro

Weekly Villager-Michelle Zivoder

Ravenna Business Roundtable
2022-02-03 18:00 - 21:00 | West Main Street Winery, 234 W Main St, Ravenna, 44266

Leadership Portage County-Conference
2022-04-07 08:00 - 16:00 | The New Center, 4209 ST. RT 44, Rootstown, 44272

4th Annual Spring Benefit Concert-The Haven
2022-04-09 18:00 - 20:00 | Portage Community Chapel, 6490 SR 14, Ravenna, Ohio, 44266

Multi-Chamber Breakfast Blender
2022-04-26 08:00 - 09:00 | OH, United States

Portage Community Bank -Ribbon Cutting
2022-04-28 11:30 - 13:00 | OH, United States

FORE! Transit Golf Outing
2022-05-20 08:00 - 16:00 | OH
Registration is now open for the FORE! Transit (formally PPTAFI) 17th Annual Golf Outing on May 20, 2022.
Enjoy a fun filled day in the links while helping some of Portage County’s most vulnerable residents.
Proceeds from the FORE! Transit golf outing provide assistance to Portage County non-profits. Grants from the foundation allow area agencies to offer reduced fare bus passes to their low-income clients who do not qualify for other reduced fare programs.
FORE! Transit, formerly the Portage Public Transportation Assistance Foundation, Inc. (PPTAFI), helps those in our community who can least afford public transportation. Your support is greatly appreciated.

Raven Awards~June 1, 2022
2022-06-01 17:30 - 19:30 | Ravenna High School, 6589 N Chestnut St, , Ravenna, OH, 44266, United States
NOMINATION FORMS -CLICK HERE

SPONSOR & ADVERTISING OPPORTUNITIES-CLICK HERE

Each year, Raven Awards are given to notable individuals and/or companies in the community. Awards are given in the following categories:

LIFETIME ACHIEVEMENT

An individual who is generally recognized as having made a significant contribution to the prosperity and the quality of life of the Ravenna area community. The individual is recognized as someone who has demonstrated over and beyond leadership and/or service in Ravenna over a period of several years. The individual should be seen as someone of high character and someone who would honorably represent the spirit of the award.

VOLUNTEER OF THE YEAR

An individual or group who goes above and beyond, exemplifying the true potential of how volunteers make a difference in the Ravenna area community in 2021.

CITIZEN OF THE YEAR

An individual, who in the spirit of community service, demonstrates exceptional leadership and initiative in their efforts to support the betterment of the Ravenna area community in 2021.

NEW CONSTRUCTION

Recognition for new construction of a building or public structure in the Ravenna area, completed in 2021.

NEW RENOVATION

Recognition for interior or exterior renovation of a building or public structure in the Ravenna area, completed in 2021.

NEW BUSINESS IN 2021

We believe that any and all businesses should be recognized and appreciated for making Ravenna their home for their new business. This award will recognize any NEW businesses opened in 2021.

Nominations may be submitted by any individual, group or business residing, working, or doing business in the Ravenna area community. In order to win the awards, the individual must meet the following criteria:

Resides or works in the Ravenna area community.
Has not won the award in the previous year.
Is not currently on the selection committee for this award.

Nominations are accepted with the requested information on the back of this completed form, along with additional documentation attached as needed. One nomination per application form may be submitted. Applications must be received at the Chamber Office, 135 East Main Street, Ravenna, Ohio 44266 by May 1, 2022. For questions regarding the awards or nomination process, contact Ryann Kuchenbecker, Chamber Director, at 330-296-3886.
