| GreaterFindlayInc. E-News
July 30, 2008 |
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GreaterFindlayInc. Annual Foundation Golf Tournament-Sept. 8
Meet & Greet New President Eric S. Phillips
GreaterFindlayInc.
will recognize and welcome new President and CEO, Eric S. Philllips, at the
Foundation Golf Tournament scheduled for Monday, September 8, 2008, at the
Findlay Country Club.
Phillips
formally accepted a position at GreaterFindlayInc. on July 21, 2008. Phillips will be
leaving his position as executive director of the Union County-Marysville
Economic Development Partnership and chief executive officer for the Union
County Chamber of Commerce where he has been employed for seven years. He will take office at GreaterFindlayInc. September 4.
With over 18 years in the public and private sector,
Phillips has experience in developing financial packages and building consensus
and formulating policy objectives with multiple local governments and
organizations. Phillips' major accomplishments include developing the
Economic Development Action Plan and developing the Union County-Marysville
Economic Development Partnership. He also designed and planned the Richwood Industrial Park and administered over
$4.3 million in grants for various projects including the Marysville Uptown
Renewal Team which is responsible for the revitalization and implementation a
plan to revitalize Historic Uptown Marysville.
Learn
more about Phillips at the Crowning of Champions Meet and Greet at 3 p.m. For a complete schedule of the day's events, click here. In
addition, this first-class event offers many networking opportunities, and
direct exposure and connection to the business community. Proceeds from
this year's event will be used to advance GFI's pro-business agenda.
To
participate, volunteer or become a sponsor, contact GreaterFindlayInc. at
419-422-3313 or visit www.greaterfindlayinc.com.
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GFI Presents Ohio Healthy Families Act Workshop-Aug. 21
Attorney at Law, Tom Dixon Explores Proposed Law On Thursday, Aug. 21, GreaterFindlayInc. will present the
Healthy Families Act Mandated Sick Leave Workshop, conducted by Thomas A. Dixon,
Attorney at Law, Eastman & Smith LTD. Targeted towards companies with 25 plus
employees, this program will explore the major aspects of the law, update the
status of the ballot petition and address strategies for dealing with and
avoiding unfortunate fallout from its adoption.
The Ohio Healthy Families Act is
headed for the November ballot and will impose significant new burdens on Ohio employers. The OHFA requires most Ohio employers to provide 7 paid days off to
full-time employees and a pro-rated amount to all part-time employees. If not carefully implemented, it may grant to
all employees 7 NEW paid days off. The
law is poised to exacerbate abuse problems that many employers already
experience with other leave laws, particularly the Family and Medical Leave
Act, and will severely impact productivity and scheduling of labor. The Act contains troublesome "carry-over"
language and forbids employers from seeking evidence to substantiate that most
leaves are legitimate. Like the FMLA, it
allows leave to be taken in small increments.
Finally, employees can sue for any violation and recover actual damages,
interest, treble damages, and attorneys' fees.
Date: Thursday, August 21, 2008
Time: Noon-2:30 p.m.
Location: Findlay Inn and Conference Center
located at 200 E. Main Cross St.,
Findlay
Emcee: Dave Tippett,
PHR, Director, On-site Training and Consulting Employers'
Association
Cost: $25
per person and includes lunch.
Seating is limited to the first 30 people.
Advance registration is required and cancellations must be made 24 hour in
advance.
To register contact
GreaterFindlayInc. at 419-422-3313 or email rsvp@greaterfindlayinc.com. Visit www.greaterfindlayinc.com for more
information.
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GFI Offers Dale Carnegie Training: Win Friends & Influence People
GreaterFindlayInc. is partnering once again with Dale
Carnegie Training to bring the nationally recognized Dale Carnegie Course to the
Greater Findlay business community! Beginning this fall, you can participate in
the course that former Chrysler CEO and President,
Lee Iacocca, credited for changing him from a "shrinking violet" to the
influential businessman he became. Plus, you won't have to travel to Columbus, Cleveland or
Toledo to do
it!
For almost 100 years, Dale Carnegie has been helping
people "Win Friends and Influence People". Founded in 1912, Dale Carnegie
Training has evolved from one man's belief in the power of self-improvement to a
performance-based training company with offices worldwide. Dale Carnegie
Training focuses on giving people in business the opportunity to sharpen their
skills and improve their performance in order to build positive, steady, and
profitable results.
The Dale Carnegie Course is accredited and graduates of
the course can receive 3 undergraduate credit hours. The course is also
eligible for Continuing Education Units.
There are a limited number of seats available for this
class, so call Dale Carnegie representative Chris Harben (419-618-7488) or visit
www.greaterfindlayinc.com for more
information today!
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NWOH Flood Mitigation Community Forum-Aug. 20
Rep. Jim Jordan scheduled to attend
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Representative Jim Jordan will be among those attending the
Northwest Ohio Flood Mitigation Partnership Community Forum scheduled for August 20 from
5:30 to 7p.m. at Owens
Community College.
Representative Jordan will be receiving an award from the US Chamber of Commerce, presented
by GreaterFindlayInc. Several Legislators and their representatives as
well as the US Army Corps of Engineers will also be present for a portion of
the program.
Doors of the Multipurpose
Center, Room 117 of the Community
Education and Wellness
Center will open at 5
p.m. The meeting will update community members on the progress of the project
and thank the Federal and State Legislators for their continued support.
The forum is open to the public. For more information, contact the Northwest Ohio Flood Mitigation Partnership at 567-251-3802
or visit www.floodpartnership.org.
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Tuesday, August 5
7:30-8:30 a.m.
Findlay Country Club
Featuring: Bruce Boguski, The Winner's Edge
"Keeping The Brain Alive"
- Broaden your knowledge about the region and what the Greater Findlay community offers
- Network with your peer group and take charge of your professional and social development
- Interact with others in a social atmosphere
- Gain opportunities to interface with area leadership and impact community growth
- Engage yourself in the community with GreaterFindlayInc
7:00 a.m. Registration / Breakfast Ready
Breakfast Sponsors: Farmer + Yoakam Advertising Agency, Ltd.
The Heritage JOBsolutions
Exhibitor: Arnold Vending
7:15 a.m.
Networking
7:25 a.m.
Ask those in attendance to be seated
7:27 a.m.
Call to Order & Welcoming Statement
Brief Remarks about the Program Format
Kelly Greene, WFIN/WKXA
Recognize Sponsors
7:32 a.m.
Corporate Sponsor
Karla
Lewis, Flag City Online
7:38 a.m. Leadership Update
Chris Harben, Dale Carnegie
7:40 a.m.
New Member Recognition
Kendra Saldana, Smart Sites by Kendra
7:42 a.m.
Business Climate Update
GreaterFindlayInc.
7:47 a.m.
Area Events & Weather Update
Jayne Allen, Coffee Amici
7:49 a.m.
Main Speaker
"Keeping the Brain Alive"
Bruce Boguski, The
Winner's Edge
8:04 a.m.
Agricultural Update
Mike Bulkowski, Revolver
Restaurant
8:06 a.m.
Educational Update Karen Rettig, Special Kids Therapy Multi-Sensory Room
8:08 a.m.
Business Tip
Keri Kovacsiss, Ohio Benefit Bank
8:10 a.m. Government Update
Gary Bright, Century Health
8:12 a.m.
Health Tip
Dave Clinger, Wellness Center
8:14 a.m.
Door Prize Drawing
prizes given by sponsors and new members
8:16 a.m.
Networking Tip
Debby Peters,
Certified Networker of Ohio
8:18 a.m.
Networking: Make an appointment with at least one new individual
8:30 a.m.
Adjourn-The next Fresh Brewed Business Program will be
held Sept. 9
Want to Maximize Your Membership? Learn how you can increase your business and your bottom line during a brief membership orientation meeting following the program!
Remaining Dates
September 9*, October 7,
November 4, December 9*
*Indicates second
Tuesday of the month
Fresh Brewed Business Sponsorship Opportunities
(2) Corporate Sponsors - $150 GFI member / $200 non-member: Opportunity to speak (3 minutes) and place marketing material on tables; 6 complimentary entrance passes for guests of your choice.
(1) Program Sponsor - $100 GFI member / $150 non-member: Opportunity to speak (2 minutes) and set-up display table; 1 complimentary entrance pass.
(3) Place Setting Sponsor -$50 GFI member / $100 non-member: Place material on individual tables where attendees are seated; 1 complimentary entrance pass.
(3) Exhibitor Display Table Sponsor - $50 GFI member / $100 non-member: Opportunity to set-up separate display table; 1 complimentary entrance pass person.
(4) Breakfast Sponsors - $25 GFI member / $75 non-member: Logo Advertisement on breakfast table.
Contact Jeremiah Gracia at 419-422-3313 or at jgracia@greaterfindlayinc.com to schedule your sponsorship today! |
GreaterFindlayInc. Welcomes 8 New Members
AMERICAN MUNICIPAL POWER-OHIO, INC.
Nick Homrighausen
2600 Airport Drive
Columbus, OH 43219
(614) 337-6222 / Fax: (614) 337-6240
Category: Utilities
ANTHEM BLUE CROSS AND BLUE SHIELD
Ron Desenberg
1931 Elida Road
Lima, OH 45805
(419) 996-7560 / Fax: (419) 996-7571
Category: Insurance & Financial Services
BLANCHARD VALLEY PORT AUTHORITY
Jerry Arkebauer
1660 Tiffin Avenue, Findlay
(419) 480-9656
Category: Port Authority
GURU INDIA
Ajay Bansal
2025 Tiffin Avenue, Findlay
(419) 427-1800 / Fax: (419) 427-1900
Category: Restaurants
NAVIGATING BUSINESS SPACE
Amber Graven
6305 Fairfield Drive
Northwood, OH 43619
(419) 662-2040 / Fax: (419) 662-2041
Category: Office Furniture
QUALITY AUDITING SERVICES, INC.
Maggie Jones
608 Winterhaven Drive
Findlay, OH 45840
(419) 277-0354
Category: Consultants - Internal Audits
ROCKET VENTURES
David Miller
300 Madison Avenue, Suite 270
Toledo, OH 43604
(419) 252-2700 / Fax: (419) 252-2724
Category: Venture Capitalist
TRIPLE T BED & BREAKFAST
Matt Theis
6717 Twp. Rd. 215, Findlay
(419) 424-1417 / Fax: (419) 424-1418
Category: Hotels / Motels
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Rules for One2One Meetings
Networking Tips from Debby Peters, CNP Guru, debby@certifiednetworker.com
Sometimes there is confusion as to what should happen when
two people sit down with each other to chat.
A few misguided souls think this is the time to sell. Instead they should use this time to develop a
business relationship with the other person.
After all, those who like you will probably do business or send business
your way.
Here are three rules to help make One2One meetings go
smoothly.
1. No one person should do all the talking. While it
doesn't need to be 50/50, each person should walk away feeling like they've had
a chance to be a part of the conversation.
2. These meetings are not designed for selling. In
fact, if you take this as an opportunity for a sales presentation the other person
might run away from you when they see you next time.
3. Your focus in the meeting should be on
how you can help the other person.
It takes listening to do this.
Figure out to whom you can introduce them to, events to invite them
to, or even just provide an ear they can use to test their ideas.
Keep these rules in mind during the next Business 2 Business Networking event held Thursday, Aug. 21, 8:30-10 a.m. at Triple T Bed and Breakfast, 6717 TR 215, Findlay. To register contact GreaterFindlayInc at 419-422-3313 or rsvp@greaterfindlayinc.com.
Save the Date: Certified Networker will begin a 12-week course beginning Aug. 22 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. in the GreaterFindlayInc. Boardroom. To register for the class, contact Debby Peters at 419-833-5128.
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Small Business Awards Nomination Deadline Extended-Aug. 8
Registrations now being accepted
The deadline for Small Business Award nominations has been extended from July 31 to August 8! Take this opportunitity to nominate your business
partner, client, neighbor, supplier, a fellow GFI member or even
yourself for the following awards:
The University of Findlay Small Business Person of the Year
Six Disciplines Northwest Ohio Small Business of the Year
WFIN/WKXA Women in Business Champion of the Year
Marathon Petroleum Co., LLC Minority Small Business Champion of the Year
Companies of Tall Timbers Industrial Park Small Business Exporter of the Year
Young Entrepreneur of the Year
Anthem Blue Cross and Blue Shield Family-Owned Small Business Champion of the Year
Fifth Third Bank Downtown Champion of the Year
Citizens National Bank Agriculture Enterprise Champion of the Year
Commercial Savings Bank Professional of the Year
Huntington Bank ATHENA Award
CLICK HERE TO DOWNLOAD A NOMINATION FORM
ATHENA AWARD NOMINATION FORM
Additional information is available at www.greaterfindlayinc.com. Mail your nomination to 123
E. Main Cross St., Findlay or fax to 419-422-9508. For more information on award criteria or to submit
a nomination, contact GFI at 419-422-3313 or email info@greaterfindlayinc.com.
Award recipients will be recognized at the 45th Annual Small Business Awards, 11a.m.-1 p.m. Octoboer 9, 2008 at the Winebrenner Theological Seminary. Keynote speaker for the event will be Gary Harpst, President & CEO Six Disciplines.
Registration is $30 and will be accepted through Sept. 30. RSVP at rsvp@greaterfindlayinc.com.
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Member Businesses
Recognized
60
Seconds Strictly Business
 
In cooperation with WFIN/WKXA, GreaterFindlayInc.
has spotlighted the following members on "60 Seconds Strictly
Business".
June 29: Perry CorporationJuly 6: Flag City Water SystemsJuly 13: Wolf's Premium NutsJuly 20: Fifth Third BankJuly 27: Basol LaboratoriesAug. 3: Professional Appraisal
Aug 10: Keepsake Portraits
Aug. 18: Flag City Recycling
Tune in to WFIN/WKXA to listen to each radio spot or visit www.greaterfindlayinc.com to listen to their own podcast.
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Board Nominations Being Accepted
In compliance the
organization's by-laws, the Administrative Advisory Committee who also serves as
the Nominating Committee is seeking nominations for directors. Elected directors
will serve a three-year term commencing January 1, 2009.
This year's nominating
committee is chaired by Randy Lohoff (Marathon Petroleum Co.), alongside
committee members Steve Schroeder (Cooper Tire & Rubber Co.); Greg Allen
(First Federal Bank); John Haywood (Whirlpool-Findlay Division); Joe Longo
(Plumbline Solutions); Lynn Child (Aardvark/CentraCom Communications); and Frank
Guglielmi (ACAP Ltd.).
To be considered, nominations
must be submitted prior to August 11th by contacting Dionne Neubauer
at dneubauer@greaterfindlayinc.com.
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BWC Division of Safety & Hygiene
Specialty Courses
In addition
to traditional occupational safety and health courses, BWC's Division of Safety
& Hygiene (DSH) offers a variety of specialty courses to meet the unique
needs of Ohio's workforce, including:
Click on each topic to download a brochure to learn more! Attendance
at a DSH course qualifies for one safety council
discount program external training credit with submission of a certificate of
completion to your safety council.
These
courses are offered at no additional cost to Ohio employers. For more information regarding each of these special courses, visit www.greaterfindlayinc.com.
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Outstanding Customer Service Award
Nominate someone today at flagcityonline.com!
Flag City Online, Clear Channel, Gift Baskets by Design, The Trophy and Award Shop and GreaterFindlayInc.'s Ambassadors have teamed up to recognize outstanding customer service in the workplace!
The winners are treated to lunch with five friends.Whether its business-to-business or business-to-consumer focus, customer service has a place in any organization, small or large.  Take a moment to share with us who has provided you with outstanding customer service lately! Nominate someone today by visiting www.flagcityonline.com. |
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| GFI Calendar of Events |
 Fresh Brewed BusinessAug. 5, 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Findlay Country Club
Safety Council
Aug. 7, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Owens Community College
Ribbon Cutting-Special Kids Therapy
Aug. 7, 6 p.m.
1333 Lima Ave, Findlay Outstanding Customer Service Award LuncheonAug. 8, noon GFI Boardroom, catered by Bread Kneads Community Forum-Flood Mitigation Progress UpdateAug. 20, 5:30-7 p.m. Owens Community College
Multipurpose Center RM117 Business 2 Business NetworkingAug. 21, 8:30-10 a.m. Triple T Bed & Breakfast
6645 TR 215, Findlay Healthy Families Act WorkshopAug. 21, 12:30-2:30 p.m. Findlay Inn and Conference Center Ribbon Cutting-Hancock County Fair Kick Off Aug. 27, 9 a.m.  Hancock County Fairgrounds
Foundation Golf Tournament
Sept. 8
Findlay Country Club
Ethics in Business Luncheon
Sept. 18, 11:30 a.m.
Findlay Inn and Conference Center JOBsolutions Career ExpoSept. 25, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Owens Community College Women's Leadership ForumOctober 1, 11:30-1p.m. Visit www.greaterfindlayinc.com for up to date information on programs and events! |
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Calendar of Community Events
Farmers' Market
Thursdays, May 22-Sept. 25, 4:30-6:30 p.m.
This week's market will be held at Riverside Park Waterfall Pavilion
Train Rides
Sat. & Sun. May 24-Aug. 31
Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation
Courtyard Concert
Tuesdays, June 24-August 5, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m.
Latham Courtyard
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 Antique Machinery Show
July 31-August 3
Hancock County Fairgrounds
Rib-Off on Broadway
August 1, 6 p.m.-Midnight Broadway St., Downtown Findlay
McComb Cookie Festival August 8-10 Clo E Greiner Park, McComb
Flag City Balloon Fest August 15-17 Emory Adams Park, Findlay
Corn City Festival
August 16-17
Deshler City Park
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| GFI Member Press Releases |
GFI NEWS AND EVENT LISTINGS NOW AVAILABLE AT
FINDLAYLIVING.COM
In addition to GFI's
E-briefings and website, GreaterFindlayInc. news and events can also be found
at www.findlayliving.com under Business>GFI News. Also, be
sure to look for GreaterFindlayInc.'s feature spread in each monthly
publication of Findlay Living Magazine.
HARPST'S BOOK "SIX DISCIPLINES EXECUTION REVOLUTION" RANKED #1
On Monday, July 28, 2008, Gary Harpst's
new book, Execution Revolution, was ranked #1 on the Wall Street Journal
business books. For more information visit www.sixdisciplines.com.
PHYSICIANS PLUS CELEBRATES 10 YEARS OF SERVICE-JULY
31
Physicians Plus celebrates
10 years of service! Come and celebrate ON Thursday, July 31,
5-8p.m. at the corner of N. Main St. & T.R. 99, Findlay. The celebration
will feature health screenings, kids' activities, train rides, chair massages,
door prizes and $1 hot dog meals. Participants include Orion Cancer Care,
Well-at-Work, Blanchard Valley Pediatrics, Hanco, and Stately Raven Bookstore.
This event is a great, affordable evening for the whole family!
ARTS PARTNERSHIP SEEKS VOLUNTEERS FOR RIB OFF-AUG 1
The Arts Partnership is
looking for volunteers to help conduct Findlay's
Annual Rib Off, August 1 from 6 p.m. to midnight. Volunteering in groups can be
fun and all festivities can be enjoyed before or after a shift. The Rib Off
shift schedule is as follows:
Rib Off: Aug. 1,
6pm-midnight
Admissions/ 1st Shift
(5:45-8:30): 2 needed
Admissions/ 2nd shift
(8:15-11:15): 10 needed
Tokens/ 1st Shift
(5:45-8:45): 5 needed
Tokens/ 2nd Shift
(8:30-11:30): 4 needed
Money Runners/ 1st Shift
(5:45-8:30): 4 needed
Money Runners/ 2nd Shift
(8:15-11:30): 5 needed
To be scheduled as a
volunteer, contact Phil Schumacher at 419-422-3412 x27. Your consideration and
support is greatly appreciated.
LEARN HOW TO CANOE WITH THE HANCOCK PARK DISTRICT-AUG
2
Do you want to learn how to
canoe? Join American Canoe Association certified instructor, Stacie Roby, as
she guides you through the basics of canoeing on Saturday, August 2, from
2-5pm. The workshop will begin at the Waterfalls Pavilion in Riverside Park
where you will cover boating safety and become familiar with canoeing
equipment. Then you will head down to the river to gain hands-on experience and
discover the pleasure of recreational canoeing. You will practice essential
paddling strokes that will allow you to turn and maneuver your boat.
No experience is necessary.
Recommended age to participate is 16 years and older. Youth, 12 -15 years
old, may register with a participating adult. Register by Friday, July 25, with
a $10 payment per person. Please register at the HPD office with a check or
exact change. Space is limited. Participants are asked to bring sunscreen,
water shoes, and a towel.
To learn more about the
American Canoe Association, visit www.americancanoe.org. Riverside Park
is located in Findlay
at 231 McManness Avenue.
HPD OPEN HOUSE AND DULCIMER GATHERIN'
CELEBRATION-AUG. 3
An old fashioned house
opening will celebrate 20 years of the Dulcimer Gatherin' will be held Sunday,
August 3, 1:30-4:30pm at the Hancock Park Districts' McKinnis House, located in
Litzenberg Memorial Woods.
At the Activity Barn The
Dulcimer Gatherin will present a folk concert in celebration of their 20 year
anniversary, 2-3pm. The group consists of local musicians performing on a
variety of folk instruments including lap and hammer dulcimers.
"DIG" INTO A GARDEN DISCOVERY STORY-AUG 4
The August Discovery Story
will be held on Monday, August 4 at Litzenberg Memorial Woods. Bring your
preschoolers, ages 3-6, to the Historic
McKinnis Garden
to hear a story about gardening. Please meet HPD Living History Coordinator,
Casey Lauger at the garden gate at 10am, 1pm, or 7pm.
After the story,
preschoolers will be able to explore the wonders of the Heritage Garden
as well as plant their own seed and take it home to grow. All children must be
accompanied by an adult and it is recommended that bug repellant be applied
before attending.
Call the HPD office at
419-425-Park for more information.
HPD FEATURES THE PROGRAM "EDIBLE PLANTS & HERBS
of the 1800's"-AUG. 5
The Hancock Park District is
offering the garden program "Edible Plants and Herbs of the 1800's" on Tuesday,
August 5 starting at 7pm. The program will take place at Litzenberg Memorial
Woods in the Historic
McKinnis House
Garden.
It is recommended that bug
repellant be applied before attending. HPD reminds interested persons to please
arrive in a timely manner before the program begins.
Litzenberg Memorial Woods
located on US 224 west of Findlay.
The site is handicap accessible with restrooms available inside the Activity
Barn.
HUNTING WITH PERMISSION LOTTERY DRAWING- AUG. 7
On Thursday, August 7,
residents and land owners of Hancock
County will have the
opportunity to participate in a drawing for the Litzenberg Memorial Woods
"Hunting with Permission" lottery. In addition to the HPD lottery, the Hancock
County Landfill will also be conducting a Hunting with Permission lottery
following the HPD lottery. Both lotteries will take place at Litzenberg
Memorial Woods beginning at 7 pm inside the Activity Barn located on US 224
west of Findlay.
Doors to the activity barn will open at 6:30 pm and interested hunters (or a
representative) must attend a mandatory, informational meeting that will begin
promptly at 7 pm. No late arrivals will be admitted after the meeting begins to
insure that all participants receive the same information and to avoid
confusion.
Further information about
the HPD Sportsmen's Lottery Program can be obtained by contacting the Hancock
Park District office at 419-425-7275. Information sheets are available. The HPD
Board of Park Commissioners cooperates with the Ohio Department of Natural
Resources-Division of Wildlife to continue the "Hunting with Permission"
program. Any additional information regarding the Hancock County Landfill
lottery can be obtained by calling Landfill Office at 419-299-3638.
PERSEID METEOR SHOWER PROGRAM AT RIVERBEND-AUG. 9
Interested participants are
invited to attend a public astronomy program hosted by the Millstream Astronomy
Club and Hancock Park District on Saturday, August 9 in Shelter #5 at Riverbend
Recreation Area. The program is scheduled to begin at 9 pm.
Millstream Astronomy Club
member, Steve Rice, will be presenting on the upcoming Perseid meteor shower.
Discover the history of one of the greatest of all meteor showers. Explore the
source of these meteors. Find out when to watch for them and learn how to see
them at their best this year. Weather permitting, stargazing will be held
afterward. Riverbend Recreation Area is located at 16618 TR 208, off SR 568 to
TR 241 east of Findlay.
PRAIRIE DAY SCHEDULED AT HPD-AUG. 10
Want to learn about the
history of the prairie of Ohio?
Thought it would be neat to start a prairie of your own? Then the Hancock
Park District has the program for you on Sunday, August 10. The Prairie
Day program will be from 1-4:30pm. John Blakeman, Prairie Biologist and
Prairie Landscape Designer will be bringing his knowledge to the DC for an
afternoon full of prairie information. We'll start at 1pm with a
PowerPoint on the Ohio
prairie story, then at 2pm, we'll stretch our legs as we head to Oakwoods'
prairie and look at the grasses and forbes. At 2:45 a second program, on
how to grow your own prairie and prairie landscaping will take place.
Join us for 1, 2 or all 3 activities.
The Oakwoods Nature
Preserve, "Doc" Phillips Discovery Center
is located at 1400 Oakwoods Lane,
off West Sandusky Street
off CR 144 west of Findlay.
HANCOCK PARK DISTRICT OFFERS SPECIAL SCOUT DAYS-AUG
12-14
The Hancock Park District
will be offering programs designated for Girl Scouts and Cub Scouts to earn or
begin earning badges. Webelos, Juniors, and Brownies will get a chance to work
on several nature related badges at Riverbend Recreation Area in Shelter 3.
Webelos Badge Day is being held on Tuesday, August 12, 9am-12pm, where scouts
will complete the Naturalist, Geologist, and Forester badges. Juniors
Badge Day is being offered on Wednesday, August 13, 9am-12pm, where girls will
begin to earn the Wildlife and Plants & Animals badges. Brownies Badge Day
is scheduled for Thursday, July 14, 9am-12pm, where Brownies will work on the
Plants, Earth & Sky, and Water Everywhere try its. Badges are not included.
Please contact your local scout office to purchase them.
For more information about
this program or other upcoming programs, view the HPD Seasonal Guide at www.HancockParks.com or call
the HPD office at 419-425-PARK and "Discover Your Hancock Parks".
JAZZ PERFORMANCE RESCHEDULED-AUG. 13
Due to inclement weather
conditions, the Night Jazz performance that was scheduled to take place June 25
as part of the Riverside Summer Concert Series has been rescheduled for
Wednesday, August 13. Performers will take the stage of the Allen
P. Dudley Memorial Band Shell in Riverside
Park and Dick Daugherty
Plaza at 7:30 p.m. as
part of the 2008 Season. The concert series has become a community event with
57 years of musical tradition in Hancock
County.
Concert goers are reminded
to arrive early for choice seating and parking. In the event of inclement
weather conditions, please listen to local media for last minute cancellations.
Every effort is made to hold each concert. Complete concert schedules can
be obtained by calling the Hancock Park District office, located at 1424 East Main Cross Street, Findlay, 419-425-7275.
PLANTING THE SEEDS OF WELLNESS CONFERENCE-AUG. 14
Mr. Michael Duffy, Assistant
Secretary for the Louisiana Office for Addictive Disorders in the Department of
Health and Hospitals, will be the featured speaker during a conference,
"Planting the Seeds of Wellness: Communities Uniting to Restore Hope
Following a Disaster" hosted by the Hancock and Putnam County Boards of
Alcohol, Drug Addiction and Mental Health Services. The Conference will
be held on Thursday, August 14, at Winebrenner Theological Seminary.
Flooding is the most common
disaster in Ohio.
What does the impact of a disaster have on a community's social
indicators? Did you know that the following are likely to increase:
suicide; depression; truancy; domestic violence and substance abuse? Come
and learn from leading experts how to reduce the negative impact and restore
hope to your community.
Registration begins at 8:30
a.m. and the Conference ends at 5:00 p.m. Registration deadline is August
1, 2008. Space is limited to the first 250 registrations Cost is $50 per
person, and continuing education units are available. For more
information and registration materials, contact Annie Altman, 419-424-1985 or aaltman@bhg.org
or www.paragonapproved.org.
The target audience for the
conference is: Behavioral Health Professionals, Spiritual Leaders, Social
Service Agencies, Health Care Professionals, Educators and Employers.
CAMP
FIRE USA FALL
RECRUITMENT EVENT-SEPT 4
Camp Fire USA's Fall Recruitment event will be held 6-8:30 p.m. on
Thursday, September 4 at Riverside Park Shelter 22 (across McManness from the
pool).
During this fun-filled
evening attendees will learn about Camp
Fire USA
and the family programs they offer. There will be an inflatable bounce house,
games, food, fun, and much more.
For more information,
contact the Camp Fire
USA
office 419-422-5415 or e-mail Andrea aschroeder@campfireusa-nwohio.com
2007-08 FLOOD RECOVERY THANK YOU PROJECT
LAUNCHED
The Hancock County Community
Partnership in conjunction with Hancock CARES has created the "2007/2008 Flood
Recovery Thank You Project". This project was developed as a way
for community members whom were affected by the recent floods to thank people
and organizations for helping them with their flood recovery.
Everyone is welcome to
participate in this project; all ages are welcome to submit a thank you for the
project. Individuals can obtain a thank you form by contacting the
Community Partnership at 419-424-1335 or by visiting the Paragon Approved
Website at www.paragonapproved.org
. Forms are also available at the Findlay/Hancock County Public Library
in the Hancock CARES booth on Tuesdays from 2:00-4:00 p.m.
Questions may be directed to
the Community Partnership, 419-424-1335.
BLANCHARD VALLEY PORT AUTHORITY LAUNCHES NEW WEBSITE
Blanchard Valley Port
Authority, a new tool for economic development formed late last year by Hancock
County Commissioners and Findlay City Council, has a new website, according to
Robert Beach, chair of the Port Authority Board of Directors.
The website is at www.blanchardvalleyportauthority.org.
NORTHWEST PHYSICAL THERAPY OPENS 5TH LOCATION IN FINDLAY
Grand Opening Scheduled Sept. 20
Northwest Physical Therapy,
Inc., an independently owned and operated physical therapy company, has
recently opened its fifth outpatient location - this time in Findlay, Ohio.
The new office is located at
1044 Interstate Court,
behind the Cracker Barrel and next to Coldstone Creamery on the northwest end
of Findlay -
just off the I-75/224 exit. They can be
reached by phone at: 419-427-2548 or email: Findlay@NorthwestPhysicalTherapy.com.
The public is welcome to
celebrate a grand opening for the new office scheduled for Saturday, September
20, from 10 am. to 2 p.m.
CITY APPAREL ATTENDS 9th ANNUAL WOMEN IN BUSINESS
CONFERENCE
Andrea Kramer Fetterman of
City Apparel, attended the WBENC's 9th annual Women in Business conference in Atlanta, GA.
The annual national conference and business fair is the largest event of its
kind in the nation for women's business enterprises (WBEs). During the
three-day event, WBEs, senior corporate executives, supplier diversity and
procurement professionals, and government representatives foster many business
opportunities by participating in an ambitious agenda including networking
activities, workshops, general sessions and special events.
About WBENC
The Women's Business
Enterprise National Council is the nation's largest third party certifier of
businesses owned and operated by women in the United States. WBENC is a resource
for the more than 700 US
companies and government agencies that rely on WBENC's certification as an
integral part of their supplier diversity programs. WBENC's national standard
of certification is a meticulous process including an in-depth review of the
business and site inspection. The certification process is designed to confirm
the business is at least 51% owned, operated and controlled by a woman or
women.
About City Apparel
City Apparel, a national
supplier to business and industry, specializing in corporate logo merchandise,
corporate identity apparel, and eCommerce solutions.
To learn more about City
Apparel: www.cityapparel.net or
contact Andrea Fetterman at afetterman@cityapparel.net
or call 419-422-CITY (2489).
HERCULES TIRE & RUBBER COMPANY ANNOUNCES NEW
APPOINTMENTS FOR GLOBAL GROWTH INITIATIVES
Hercules Tire announces
three new appointments to lead their global growth initiatives.
Joe Recchia takes on the
newly created role of Corporate Business Development Officer for Hercules Tire
& Rubber Company. Rob Keller's role
expands from the Division President of Hercules Canada to include President of
Hercules International. Neal Valentine
joins Hercules International as the Senior Vice President of Sales and
Marketing.
GURU INDIA
OFFERS FREE BIRTHSTONE GEM-AUG. 2008
Guru India's mission
is to add to the brightness of the world by brining to you authentic north
Indian cuisine made with fresh ingredients and spices.
Mention this ad &
receive a FREE birthstone gem (good through the month of August).
Guru India's lunch
buffet is Monday-Saturday 11 a.m.-2:30 p.m. Dinner is served Monday-Saturday 5
p.m.-9:30 p.m. A Sunday buffet is held 12 p.m.-8 p.m. Catering is available for
all occasions. Plus, receive 10 percent off any carryout order of $50 or more.
Guru India is
located at 2025 Tiffin Ave,
Findlay. Call 419-427-1800 or
visit www.guruindia.org to place your
order today.
HANCOCK COUNTY
SUPPORT / ADVOCACY
SERVICES SCHEDULE-AUG. 2008
PFLAG (Parents, Family, and Friends of Lesbians and
Gays) monthly support group-Saturday,
August 2, 2p.m. at 1400 Bernard
Ave. Findlay. Group
is open to anyone who is Lesbian, Gay, Bisexual, Transgender (LGBT) or
questioning and people who have family or friends who are LGBT. Call Jennifer Payne(419-425-5050)
w/ questions.
National Alliance
On Mental Illness (NAMI) of Hancock County Educational Presentation-Tuesday, August 5, 7p.m. at First Presbyterian
Church (2330 S. Main St.,
rm. 209). Viewing of the Movie "Canvas" - a touching depiction of the effect
mental illness has on a family. Call Gina Lewis at 419-429-1423 w/ questions.
Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA)-Every Monday 3-4p.m. at The Family Center
(1800 N. Blanchard Street),
ROOM 111. A 12 step group for individuals and their loved ones living with both
a mental health and substance abuse issue.
Call Don Illif (425-5050) or Deb Twining
(422-3711) w/ questions.
FREE Eating Disorder Support Group. 1st and 3rd Thursdays, 7-8:30p.m. at First
Presbyterian Church (2330 S. Main
St). Call or email Joy Anderson, LSW with any
questions or concerns at 419-425-8709 or findlayanad@yahoo.com.
(Affiliated w/ ANAD - National Association of Anorexia Nervosa and Associated
Disorders - www.anad.org)
Develop your Advanced Directive for Mental Health
Treatment-2nd and 4th Tuesdays,
1-2p.m. at Focus On Friends (509
Trenton Ave.). With Wanda Baughman and Jim Martin,
trained facilitators. Call Wanda at
Focus On Friends at 419-423-5071 w/ questions or to sign up.
Sharing Disaster Recovery Group-Every Tuesday, 6- 7p.m. at the Coffee Amici. Come
talk with others affected by the August '07 flood. Call Shirley Crane at 419-721-4293 with
questions.
Groundbreaking for Hancock County
ADAMHS Board-Tuesday, August 12,
noon. Residential facility at 2205
N. Blanchard Street. Small reception to follow at The Family
Center. Call 419-424-1985 with
questions.
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance (DBSA) Support Group-Tuesday,
August 12, 7p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, ROOM 209. Open to the
public. No pre-registration
required. Call Becky Hickle at
419-422-9381 w/ questions.
"Planting the Seeds of Wellness: Communities Uniting
Following a Disaster" conference.
Thursday, August 14, 9 a.m.- 5p.m.For more information, contact the ADAMHS
board at 419-424-1985 or www.paragonapproved.org.
NAMI Support Group-Tuesday, August 19, 7p.m. at First Presbyterian Church, ROOM 209.
Facilitated by Carole Cleary, Esther Luth, and Gina
Lewis. Open to any
family member, friend, support person, or individual diagnosed with a mental
illness. No pre-registration
required. Call Gina
Lewis at 419-429-1423, Carole Cleary at 419-889-9257 or
Esther Luth at 419-957-7941w/ questions.
Autism Support Group-Tuesday, August 19, 6:30- 8p.m. at Blanchard Valley
School. For children with
Autism and their parents / guardians / family.
Contact Dodi Newcomer at bnewcomer@thewavz.com
w/ questions.
DBSA Support Group-Tuesday, August 26, 7p.m. at First Presbyterian Church (ROOM 209). Open
to individuals diagnosed with Depression or Bipolar Disorder and their friends,
family members, or supportive others. No
pre-registration required. Call Becky Hickle at 419-422-9381 w/ questions.
Persons Affected by a Loved one's Suicide (PALS)
support group-Thursday, August 28,
7p.m. at Blanchard
Valley Hospital
- 2nd floor Ruse Bldg. - above the emergency room. This support group is free and open to anyone
dealing with grief following a suicide.
Members of the group are also available for outreach to persons not yet
ready to attend group. For more
information, call Nancy Stephani at
Century Health, 419-422-3711.
VISIT Focus On Friends Drop
In Center (509 Trenton Ave.)
- providing a unique mix of education, leisure, friendship and support for
people living with a mental illness - we invite you to "Just Be Yourself". Call Jenny at 419-423-5071 with questions
about activities and volunteer opportunities.
*Look for daily schedule of
12 - Step meetings (AA, NA, Al-Anon) in The Courier. Meetings designated as "open" are open to the
public. Also, check out http://www.groups.yahoo.com/group/findlayohioaa/ or call the AA hotline for Hancock &
Wyandot counties: AA District 17: 888-683-9768.
*Visit www.ohio.networkofcare.org - for
more info about support groups*
- Questions about the above
or other Support and Advocacy Services, call Gary
Bright, Director of Support and Advocacy Services at Century
Health (419-425-5050 off. Or 419-889-8367 cell). Email Gary
at gbright@centuryhealth.net to be added to this email list and get the
schedule electronically each month.
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