Founded in 1882 by Father Michael J. McGivney, the Knights of Columbus are Catholic gentlemen committed to the exemplification of charity, unity, fraternity, patriotism and defense of the priesthood. It is firmly committed to the protection of human life, from conception to natural death, and to the preservation and defense of the family. It was on these bedrock principles that the Order was founded over a century ago and remains true to them today.

The Knights of Columbus is one of the oldest international Catholic brotherhood organizations.  If you want to join this great organization of Catholic men, the Mantua chapter, with a nearby hall on St. Rt. 44, serves the St. Joseph community. The Mantua K of C’s sponsor a wide range of social and religious activities, including dances, Lenten pierogi dinners, pancake breakfasts, pilgrimages, and special Masses. Click below for upcoming events. In addition, they participate in activities sponsored by the Portage County Chapter Knights of Columbus which may include Toys for Tots, Special Populations Basketball Shooting Contest at Happy Day School, and Portage County MRDD Special Olympics Bowling Tournament. They also offer financial services and instruments, such as life insurance.

WOMEN'S AUXILLIARY (ISABELLAS) • FOUNDER'S NIGHT
LENTEN PIEROGI & FISH DINNERS • REVERSE RAFFLE PACKAGE
THANKSGIVING DINNER FOR SENIOR CITIZENS • NEW YEAR'S EVE PARTY

OFFICERS & TRUSTEES
Fr. Michael Balash (Chaplain), Terry Kulka (Grand Knight), Dan Baumbick (Deputy Grand Knight), Dan Brezovec (Treasurer), Joe Robine (Warden), John Finnerty (Advocate), Phil Novak (Chancellor), Bill Cleary (Recording Secretary), Rick Custer (1st Year Trustee), Dan Cozzens (2nd Year Trustee), Greg D'Aurelio (3rd Year Trustee), Bob Zullo (O/S Guard), Ray Markward (I/S Guard).

In the K of C you will find brother Knights working to fulfill the central mission of the Order:

This is Father McGivney's dream, echoing across the century, and living today in the hearts of his brothers and all of those they touch.

Each year the Mantua Knights of Columbus host a series of events. The funds raised from these activities are used by the Knights of Columbus to support activities for the mentally retarded. The funds go to Happy Days School, the 4C's, and the Special Olympics, among others.

The Mantua K of C Center offers complete banquet facilities for weddings, rehearsal dinners, baptisms and holy communion parties, family and class reunions, business meetings and luncheons, and school & community events. Located at 11845 State Route 44 in Mantua, the 200 capacity K of C Hall is just north of State Route 82. Please call Dan Baumbick at 330.760.3564 or e-mail mantuakofC@aol.com for details on how the Mantua Knights of Columbus may provide catering to all of your personal and business needs.

For complete details on the Knights of Columbus organization, please visit their site at http://www.kofc.org.

Women's Auxiliary of Mantua Council 3766 (AKA Isabellas)
The Women's Auxiliary is the ladies "arm" of the Knights of Columbus. We are a charitable organization of Catholic women founded on Unity, Friendship and Charity. Members encourage each other's total development and foster growth of every aspect of life - spiritual, social and charitable - adding up to a more fulfilling life!

The group is open to ALL Catholic women, age 16 and over -
NOT JUST THE WIVES OF KNIGHTS.
An invitation is extended to all wives, daughters and friends
of the Knights of Columbus to join this group of the Mantua K of C.

Meetings are held the first Monday of each month at the Mantua Knights of Columbus Hall (upstairs) at 7:00 p.m. For more information about the Isabellas, please contact Cyndi Keefer at 330.274.2600.

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KNIGHTS OF COLUMBUS COUNCIL #3766 EVENTS

FOUNDER'S NIGHT
The Mantua Knights of Columbus holds a Founder's Night Banquet each year and gives the Council an opportunity to distinguish members of the Church, Community and Council for special deeds and services that were performed over the past year. The following people were recognized at this year's event:

All dinners include: hot vegetable; choice of green salad, cole slaw or apple sauce; rolls and butter; beverage; homemade desserts.

The funds raised from these dinners are used by the
Knights of Columbus to support activities for the mentally retarded.
The funds go to Happy Days School, 4C's, and
the Special Olympics programs, among others.

April 12 & October 4, 2008
Doors Open at 6:00 p.m. / Dinner begins at 7:00 p.m.

Knights of Columbus Hall
11845 S.R. 44, Mantua, OH 44255

Ticket Price includes one chance to win on the big board,
Dinner with soup & salad, steak, baked potato,
vegetables, rolls & butter, beverages & dessert.
There'll be an Open Bar, Live Musical Entertainment & Dancing,
a chance at $1,000.00 Grand Prize
along with other games of chance
for an evening of fun!

Individual Event Ticket Price:
$65/couple or $50/single
(Package Price: $100.00/couple or $80.00 single)

Tickets Available Through:
Dan Baumbick, Dan Brezovec, Bob Fathauer,
Bob Hartman, Rob Kasubick, John Kruis,
Terry Kulka, Joe Robine, Mel Romanello, Lyle Tayerle

For further details, please call Bob Hartman
of the Mantua Knights of Columbus
at 330.274.3282 or e-mail
bhartman@amcastle.com

KNIGHTS HOST THANKSGIVING DINNER FOR SENIOR CITIZENS
The Mantua Knights of Columbus are planning to host their FREE Thanksgiving Dinner for Senior Citizens of the Mantua area on Sunday, November 18, 2007, beginning at 1:00 p.m. at the K of C Hall. Reservations are a must for this "first come, first serve" event. For more information or to make your reservations, please call 330.274.2600 by Tuesday, November 13, 2007. Please leave your name, phone number, and how many guests.

Last Updated May 9, 2008