This weekend in Portage County, OH

OUTLAST is a trail endurance challenge built around six 5K rounds, with each lap beginning on the hour. Runners must complete each lap within the hour to remain in the event. Those who finish early rest until the next round, while missing a lap means leaving the challenge. The trail courses feature natural terrain, elevation, and unpredictable conditions. Time between rounds offers an opportunity to recover, refuel, and refocus. Completing all six rounds takes pacing, discipline, and mental grit.

A cozy hot drink pop-up brings Halloween spirit to the Hollow. A tented setup beside the farm stand serves seasonal, warming beverages that are ideal ahead of trick-or-treating, during a weekend outing, or whenever a comforting cup sounds good. This outdoor offering is dependent on the weather and is designed as a simple stop for a toasty sip with a bit of fall charm.

Celebrate Halloween with free comics from past Free Comic Book Day and other free comic events, plus a storewide sale. Special guest artist Chris Kasmar will offer an exclusive print for $10 each. Costumes are welcome.

Learn Tien Shan Pai, a Northern style of Kung Fu centered on fluid footwork, adaptable movement, and practical martial arts training. Classes cover open-hand techniques and traditional weapons, including the stick, Chinese broadsword, fan, quan dao, sash whip, and staff. Training also includes joint locks and control, striking and grappling, and strategies for multiple opponents, with techniques practiced under resistance. The system emphasizes defensive, indirect movement, using blocks, evasions, and changes in position to create opportunities for strikes, kicks, and takedowns. Students train in everyday clothing, and those with prior experience in martial arts, combat sports, or movement-based training are encouraged to bring their knowledge into practice. The class is open to the whole community. Monthly enrollment also covers Tai Chi classes, and drop-in attendance is available. Proceeds support The Peaceful Warriors’ Way.

Alumni, students, families, and friends can celebrate Hiram pride and Halloween together. Reconnect with classmates, cheer on the Terriers at women’s volleyball and football games, and enjoy festive Halloween fun at the Terrier Tailgate. The schedule also includes a Hall of Fame brunch and induction ceremony.

Standing Rock Cultural Arts and The Peaceful Warriors’ Way offer a donation-based, hands-on women’s self-defense workshop for ages 12 and up. Participants will learn practical, adaptable skills grounded in real-world situations, with techniques for responding to encounters ranging from playful grabs and uncomfortable interactions to assault. The workshop includes practice time and a food break, with pizza provided.

Rooted hosts a free community meal each month, creating a space for Historic South End residents to connect with one another and with Rooted. Everyone is welcome to get to know the team and neighbors.