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August 29, 2008 |
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Official 2008 Small Business Partners |
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 September 9, 2008"Get Wired for the 21st Century" Findlay Country Club
REMINDER: Due to the long holiday weekend, Fresh Brewed Business will be held on Tuesday, September 9 not on Tuesday, September 2. See below for a complete schedule of the program or visit www.greaterfindlayinc.com.
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Findlay Ranked As American Dreamtown By Bizjournals
Set out to find America's "dreamtowns," Bizjournals ranked Findlay, Ohio as the nation's 36th most attractive micropolitan area.
In a study inspired by the heavy public interest in small-town life, Bizjournals analyzed the nation's 140 micropolitan communities to identify areas that would be most attractive to people when considering a move.
Micropolitan areas, as defined by the U.S. Office of Management and Budget, are smaller than metropolitan. Each micro consists of a central city, town or village with 10,000 to 50,000 residents, surrounded by a county or cluster of counties that are economically dependent upon it. Bizjournals analyzed America's 140 micros that had 2006 populations of 65,000 or more (encompassing the central community and surrounding area).
Using a 20-part formula, Bizjournals identified the small towns that offer the best quality of life without metropolitan hassles. The highest scores went to well-rounded places with light traffic, healthy economies, moderate costs of living, impressive housing stocks, strong educational systems and easy access to big-city attractions.
The top three of America's "dreamtowns" include: Torrington, Conn.; Bozeman, Mont.; and Lexington Park, Md.
For more information, including a complete ranking of the 140 micropolitan areas click here.
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Be Informed. Be the Difference. Healthy Families Act Resources
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.
For more information regarding the Healthy Families Act contact GreaterFindlayInc. at 419-422-3313 or visit www.greaterfindlayinc.com.
Additional Resources:
Educating Employees
Stop the Mandates Supporter Form
Ohio Business Votes Website
Ohioans to Protect Jobs & Fair Benefits
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Ethics Speaker to Present "From Prominence to Prison: Why Smart People do Dumb Things"
GreaterFindlayInc. will
host the Annual Ethics in Business luncheon Sept. 18 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m.
at the Findlay Inn and Conference Center, 200 E. Main Cross St., Findlay.
Keynote speaker for the event will be internationally recognized
business ethics authority, Patrick Kuhse. A former financial planner,
stockbroker, entrepreneur, international fugitive and federal inmate, Kushe will
present "From Prominence to Prison: Why Smart People do Dumb Things".
Brought to you by GreaterFindlayInc. and
Marathon Oil Company, Ethics in Business is FREE and open to the business
community. Space is limited and registration is required by September 10 to
GreaterFindlayInc. at 419-422-3313 or to rsvp@greaterfindlayinc.com.
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Skill Hole Prize Sponsorships Still Available for Foundation Golf Tournament
Skill Hole Prize sponsors are still availble for the 40th Annual Foundation Golf
Tournament scheduled Sept. 8, 2008. Don't miss this great opportunity to advertise your company to hundreds of business professionals!
Skill Hole Prizes should
be valued at $100 or more. For their donation, sponsors will receive benefits including:
company listing on format sheet given to all players; promotion in GFI publications;
recognition in golf program; and signage displayed at skill hole.
Allow your organization
to be marketed to at least 120 individuals in one day! To donate a product or
service for the Foundation Golf Tournament contact GFI at 419-422-3313 or email
info@greaterfindlayinc.com.
There's still time to register and volunteer for the event! Contact GreaterFindlayInc. today!
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"Understanding Gender Cultures: What Inclusion Looks Like" Theme for Women's Leadership Forum Oct. 1
Sponsorships Still Available
You're cordially invited to participate in the launch of
GreaterFindlayInc.'s newest program, Women's Leadership Forum on
October 1, 2008 from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. at Owens Community College.
Presented by Time Warner Cable Business Class, the forum is designed to empower women
entering/or in leadership roles within the Greater Findlay business
region by providing professional development opportunities aimed at
motivating and mentoring others.
Keynote speaker for the fall event will be George J. Stoll M.B.A.,
Diversity & Inclusion Trainer and Consultant (George Stoll &
Associates). Stoll will present "Understanding Gender Cultures: What
Inclusion Looks Like."
Stoll designs, develops and delivers workshops for diversity awareness
and skills training, supervisory and management skills training, team
building, preventing workplace and sexual harassment, and
self-discovery. Individuals, groups and organizations will learn how to
"close the gap" between where they are and where they want to be.
Agenda for the event is as follows:
11 a.m. Doors Open
11:15 a.m. Registration/Networking with Participating Exhibitors
11:30 a.m. Take Your Seats/Welcome/Lunch
12 p.m. Program with George Stoll
1 p.m. Adjourn
Registration: Advanced registration is required by September 17. Cost
to attend is $20 Members / $25 Non-Members (24 hour cancellation
required). The event includes lunch, networking and motivational
presentation. To register, contact GFI at 419-422-3313 or click here.
Brought to you by our Business Partners: Marathon
Petroleum Company LLC / Best Buy Regional Distribution Center / Owens
Community College / Eastman & Smith Ltd. Attorneys at Law /
Blanchard Valley Health Systems / Culligan Water Conditioning /Emcee: Beth Wilson of Mix 96.7.
Participating Exhibitors include: Workspace
Concepts / H & O Services, LLC / Brookdale Sterling House / FMT,
Inc. / JOBsolutions / Time Warner Cable Business Class / Flag City
Online / Group Benefit Consultants
For more information, contact 419-422-3313 visit www.greaterfindlayinc.com or contact any one of the WLF committee members. |
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Entrepreneurial Boot Camp for Technology-Based Businesses
The 2008
Technology Boot Camp, "Building & Funding Your Technology-Based
Business" will be held on Friday, Sept. 19 from 7:30 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Owens Community
College, 3200 Bright Road, Findlay.
Tailored
for technology-based entrepreneurs ready to take their innovative business idea
to the next level, the Boot Camp will teach attendees how to identify critical
issues for your business plan and discover the keys to designing, starting and
running high-growth businesses. Topics include: Building a Foundation for a
Technology-Based Business; Financing your Business - Understanding and Accessing
Non Conventional Funding; Sales and Marketing; Legal and Accounting; HR and
Operations.
Keynote speaker
for the event will be Gary Harpst, Six Disciplines Execution Revolution.
To
register, visit http://rocketventures.org/Events/Boot_Camp/Registration.php.
Sign up before September 12, 2008 and receive a reduced entrance fee of $50! Registrations
received after Sept.12 will be $75. Students with valid school identification will
be charged $15.
The 2008 Technology
Boot Camp is sponsored by Rocket Ventures and Launch, programs of the Regional
Growth Partnership. The Regional Growth Partnership acknowledges the
contribution of the State of Ohio,
Department of Development, which provides funding in support of the Launch and
Rocket Ventures programs. Co-sponsors include GreaterFindlayInc. and NCC-ET.
For more
information contact Leslie Sherman at
419-252-2700, ext. 301 or sherman@rgp.org.
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Tuesday, September 9
7:30-8:30 a.m.
Findlay Country Club "Get Wired for the 21st Century"
- 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.
JOBsolutions
The Heritage
Six Disciplines Northwest Ohio
Place
Setting Sponsors:
TownePlace Suites
Sylvan Learning Center
Smart Sites by Kendra
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
Kendra Saldana, Smart Sites by Kendra
Recognize Sponsors
7:32 a.m.
Corporate Sponsor
The
Employers Association, Dave Tippett
7:38 a.m.
Corporate Sponsor
PromoHits! Ltd,
Melinda Bowden
7:40 a.m.
New Member Recognition
Kelly Ryan, Corporate One Benefits Agency
7:42 a.m.
Business Climate Update
Bill
Coode, Ohioans to Protect Jobs & Fair Benefits
7:47 a.m.
Area Events & Weather Update
Gary Wilson, OSU/Hancock County Extension
Office
7:49 a.m.
Business Tip
Tom Harmon, Marathon
Oil Co. LLC
7:52 a.m.
Main Speaker
Andrew
Patterson, CompNet Integrated Solutions, LLC
8:07 a.m.
Agriculture Update
Kevin Ward, Findlay Implement
8:10 a.m.
Education Update
Martin
White, Findlay City Schools
8:13 a.m. Government Update
City of Findlay
8:15 a.m.
Health Tip
Lynne Calvelage, Coffee Amici
8:18 a.m.
Door Prize Drawing
prizes given by sponsors and new members
8:21 a.m.
Networking Tip
Debby Peters,
Certified Networker of Ohio
8:24 a.m.
Networking: Card Exchange - exchange
with 3 people you do not know
8:30 a.m.
Adjourn-The next Fresh Brewed Business Program will be
held Oct. 7.
Remaining Dates
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! |
Tax Efficient Investing Seminar-Sept. 17
The Young Rafaniello Group of Morgan Stanley would like
to invite you to...
"Tax Efficient Investing: Utilizing tax
free income, tax deferred growth and limiting realized capital gains
exposure"
Date: Wednesday, September 17,
2008
Time: 6:00 - 8:00
pm
Location: Findlay Country Club - North River
Room
Speakers for the event include:
Burr Young, Vice President - Morgan Stanley
Peter Rafaniello, CFP® - Morgan Stanley
Christopher Downey - Vice President, Franklin
Templeton
Chris Liebtag - Regional Vice President, ING
Light refreshments will be served. RSVP by Friday, September 12th is required by calling
Mary Sue at 888-263-2246. Seating is limited so RSVP
today. The seminar is sponsored by Morgan Stanley, Franklin Templeton
and ING. For more information, contact Pete Rafaniello at 419-842-6527 or email peter.rafaniello@morganstanley.com.
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When: Thursday, September 25, 2008
Where: Owens Community College
Time: Registration begins at 8 a.m.
Event begins promptly at 8:30 a.m.
Cost: $15 Members / $20 non-Members
At this fast-paced networking event you will have the opportunity to
meet up to 20 business professionals, one-on-one, in 5 minute
increments. Business 2 Business Networking gives you the opportunity to
make new business contacts, pass on helpful referrals and increase your
company's exposure in the Greater Findlay region.
Here's what the last Business 2 Business attendees said:
- "This
event is a great way to network!"
- "This
was my first time at this event. Please keep me posted on upcoming events."
- "First time, great connections. Thanks!"
- "Totally
Awesome. I truly enjoyed it."
- "Wonderful
meeting all the new businesses in town."
- "Thanks
for everything! Once again it was great! It
couldn't be any better.
Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance; substitutions allowed. To register contact GreaterFindlayInc at 419-422-3313 or rsvp@greaterfindlayinc.com.
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"Drop the Data"-Sept 16
Learn How to Easily Protect Customer Payment Card Data & Reduce Liability to Your Business
Are you a business that offers customers
the convenience of credit card or debit card payments? Learn how to protect your business
from the dangers of storing payment card data at "Drop the Data" Sept. 16 at the Athletic Club of Columbus.
Brought to you by the Ohio Chamber of Commerce and the U.S. Chamber of Commerce, in partnership with Visa Inc., "Drop
the Data" is a national tour that educates small to medium size businesses about
the risks of retaining prohibited credit card data and how to protect your
business (and customers) from having this data stolen.
Think this is a problem just for
big businesses? Think again. Increasingly, small businesses are being targeted
by these sophisticated and relentless criminals. In fact, small merchants
accounted for more than 80 percent of the data security breaches in 2007,
according to Visa.
While few small business owners can
also claim to be security experts, there are some easy steps that can be taken
to reduce your risk and protect your businesses and your customers.
The event will be held from 8:45-10:30 a.m. in which experts
from Visa and the Chamber will outline the risks of retaining cardholder data
and provide an easy-to-understand plan of action for your business.
"Drop The Data" is a nationwide
tour presented by U.S. Chamber of Commerce and Visa, Inc. along with the Ohio
Chamber, the Ohio Attorney General's office and 11 other participating local
Chambers of Commerce. "Drop the Data" is a
sponsored event so there is no cost to participate.
Program Agenda
When: Tuesday, September 16
Where: The Athletic Club of Columbus
Time: 9:00 a.m.- 10:30 a.m.
8:45 Registration
9:00 Breakfast served, program
begins
10:30 Adjourn
Space is limited so please RSVP
to Angie Bowen at abowen@ohiochamber.com or call
(614) 228-4201.
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60 Seconds Strictly Business
 
In cooperation with WFIN/WKXA,
GreaterFindlayInc. has spotlighted the following members on "60 Seconds Strictly
Business". Aug. 25: Tuttle ConstructionSept. 1: Hosey ChiropracticSept. 8: Couchot HomesSept. 15: Mosser ConstructionSept. 22: Grand CourtSept. 29: The Architect 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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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 |
GFI Office Closed
September 1, 2008
Labor Day Ribbon Cutting-Millstream Tech Center
September 3, 7:15 p.m.
1200 Commerce Parkway
Hancock County Safety Council
September 4, 11:30-1 p.m.
Owens Community College Ribbon Cutting-Drury Hotels September 4, 4 p.m.
820 Trenton Ave., Findlay
Foundation Golf Tournament
September 8
Findlay Country Club
Fresh Brewed Business
September 9, 7:30-8:30 a.m.
Findlay Country Club
Ribbon Cutting-LaRiche Toyota
September 17, 6 p.m.
920 Plaza Street
Ethics in Business Luncheon
September 18, 11:30 a.m.
Findlay Inn and Conference Center Open House-NWOH Physical Therapy September 20, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. 1044 Interstate
Court (Behind Cracker Barrel) Ribbon Cutting-TownePlace Suites by Marriott
September 24, 4 p.m.
2501 Tiffin Ave. Business2Business Networking
September 25, 8:30-10 a.m.
Owens Community College JOBsolutions Career ExpoSeptember 25, 8 a.m.-4 p.m. Owens Community College Exhibitor Space Now Available! Ribbon Cutting-United Insurance Services
September 26, 11 a.m.
631 Bright Road 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.
Riverside Park Aug. 28
Return to the Hancock County Fairgrounds September 4
Train Rides
Sat. & Sun. May 24-Aug. 31
Northwest Ohio Railroad Preservation
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Hancock County Fair
August 27-Sept. 1
Hancock County Fairgrounds
Phantom Fight Explosion IV
August 30
The Cube
Bike Bash 2008
September 5
Downtown Findlay
Hancock Hundred
September 7
The Cube
Tracks to the Past
September 6-7
NWOH Railroad Preservation
Parade of Homes Tour
September 12-14, 18-21
Greater Findlay Region
Riverside Band Organ Festival
September 12-14
Riverside Park
Hancock County Farm Tour
September 13, 10 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Greater Findlay Region
Findlay Brew & Vine Charity Tasting
September 13, 1 p.m. - 8 p.m.
The Elks Lodge & The Wine Merchant
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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.
PRIMROSE BRINGS MISS OHIO
TO HANCOCK COUNTY FAIR
Primrose Retirement
Communities brought more than their mascot "Primrosie" to opening day of
the Hancock County Fair. Miss Ohio 2008,
Karissa Martin was at their booth in the merchant building signing
autographs, opening day, Senior Day at the fair.
Karissa's platform is Skin
Cancer Prevention for a Second Generation.
She is a vocalist from Woodsville, Ohio and will be competing for Miss America in January 2009.
Primrose communities in Marion, Zanesville, Lancaster, Lima, Mansfield, as well as Findlay, donated a sum of $2,250 in scholarships
to the Miss Ohio Program. They also
donated a 2 bedroom villa for Karissa to use during her reign as Miss Ohio
2008. For further information on Primrose, contact Shelly De Vreese at
419.422.6200.
DIVERSITY AND RACIAL RECONCILIATION TOWN HALL MEETING
& LUNCHEON-AUG. 30
The Black Heritage
Library & Multicultural Center will present "Diversity and
Racial Reconciliation" Saturday, Aug. 30, at 11:30a.m. at The University of Findlay
Alumni Memorial Union.
During the Town Hall Meeting
& Luncheon, attendees will have the opportunity to comment on their
experiences and perception Findlay
and/or their thoughts on cultural diversity and race relations.
Dr. Howard Ward, diversity
trainer, will act as facilitator for the event and also hold a Q & A.
Registration for the event
must be completed by Aug. 26. A $7 donation is encouraged. Proceeds will
benefit the Black
Heritage Library
& Multicultural Center.
BOAT RENTALS CLOSE FOR 2008 SEASON; FALL CANOE TRIPS
AVAILABLE
The Riverside Landings Boat
Rentals, a concession of the Hancock Park District, will close for the 2008
season Monday, September 1. normal hours 1 to 7 p.m. will be observed throughout
the Labor Day holiday weekend (Saturday - Monday). The concession rents pedal
boats, canoes and kayaks on a first come, first served basis.
canoe float trips will be
available for groups reserving at least 6 - 8 canoes or individuals making all
day float trip reservations. Advance reservations can be scheduled through the
end of October with good water levels. Rates for groups are set at $20 per
canoe or individual rentals at $25. Fall color viewing offers an autumn
activity, close to home.
Call the HPD office at
419-425-PARK/7275 for advance reservations and further information.
FINDLAY/HANCOCK COUNTY HABITAT
FOR HUMANITY PLANS "WOMEN BUILD"
The Findlay/Hancock County
Habitat for Humanity affiliate will build the 14th Habitat home and the second
Habitat for Humanity Women Build in Hancock County September 6-26. Women Build, an initiative of Habitat for
Humanity International, empowers women in the construction process and
challenges them to address substandard housing conditions by developing their
own skills to build homes with deserving local families. The build will utilize
both men and women to coach and provide a comfortable learning environment for
women to learn new skills.
The family that will receive
the home is Toni and Austin Andrus, who met the three criteria to become a
partner family: the need for adequate shelter; the ability to pay; and the
willingness to partner with Habitat for Humanity. The family will be required to pay a monthly
mortgage to Habitat and required to complete 400 hours of 'sweat equity' by the
time they move into their home.
The build will kick-off with
an Inspiration Celebration at Winebrenner on September 3. Sponsors, donors and volunteers will be
invited to an evening of fellowship, fun, education and food sponsored by
Cheddars. The program will feature a
guest appearance from Findlay-native, Matt Fox, from the hit HGTV series "room
by room". Other highlights include music
by Exodus and the Howard Family, Becky's School of Dance Dancers,
presentations by major sponsors and emceed by the wonderful talent of Keith and
Beth from Mix 96.7 morning show.
For more information, to
sponsor, donate, or participae visit www.habitatfindlay.org
or contacting the Habitat office at 419-429-1400 (located in the Family Center,
1800 North Blanchard Street, Suite
104).
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
GET FIRED UP FOR FALCON FOOTBALL, REDUCED PRICE TICKET
PROMOTION-SEPT. 6
Home Opener v. Minnesota
In partnership with
GreaterFindlayInc., BGSU Athletics is offering GFI members a special on-line
ticket promotion for the Falcon Football Home Opener Sept. 6. Sports fans can
receive a savings up to 50% off the game-day ticket price!
Redeem your tickets for the Sept.
6 Home Opener, a 7:30 p.m. kick-off versus Minnesota in four easy steps:
1. Visit bgsufalcons.com
2.
Click on tickets, then click on 'order on-line tickets now'
3.
Click on promotions
4.
Enter promo code: GREATERFINDLAYINC
The Home Opener marks the first time ever that BGSU will host a
Big Ten team at 'The Doyt.' The multi-million dollar stadium upgrade to turf and
the addition of the Sebo
Athletic Center,
provides a great game day experience!
For more information, contact Cheryl Henke, director of ticket sales, BGSU
Athletics at 419-372-4349 or at cheryh@bgsu.edu.
Guidelines: Promotional code will be valid
for 30 days. The promo code for this event will be: GREATERFINDLAYINC. On-line
payments can be made via card. Mastercard / Visa / Discover are accepted.
Promotional code will be valid until 1 day prior to the kick-off date. Tickets
will be mailed directly to billing/shipping address submitted on-line, orders
placed after August 29th will be held at WILL CALL, photo ID required for
ticket pick up.
HANCOCK COUNTY
FARM TOUR-SEPT. 13
The Hancock County Farm Tour
2008 will be held on Saturday, September 13 from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.
Held every four years since
1970, the Farm Tour 2008 includes stops at diverse agriculture businesses.
There are locations that feature traditional farms including those that raise
grain, hogs, cattle and sheep.
Spend a day in the country
that's both fun and educational for your whole family. You can visit any
or all of the nine different stops along the 32-mile round-trip route through Hancock County. Along the way, you'll
learn about the number one industry in the county AGRICULTURE!
There will be lots of fun, hands-on kids activities at each stop.
Stops include: University of Findlay Center for Pre-Vet and Equine
Studies, Creekview Dairy Farm, Bateson Farms, Inbody Brothers Farm, Llama
Nation Farm, Old Homestead Farm, Serpent Mound Farm, Kaleidscope Farms, Biery
Family Stock Farm.
For more information, visit www.hancockfarmtour.com.
CENTER FOR SAFE & HEALTHY CHILDREN HOST BBQ
CHICKEN DINNER-SEPT. 18
The Hancock County
Center for Safe &
Healthy Children will hold a Harlan's Chicken BBQ Sept. 18 from 4 p.m. to 7 p.
at the Family Center Parking Lot, 1800
North Blanchard Street.
The meal includes a 1/2
Harlan's Chicken, au gratin potatoes, green beans, roll and drink for $8.00.
Tickets are available at Safe & Healthy Office or by calling 419-425-1475.
Delivery available for four
or more meals per location.
DISASTER PREPAREDNESS DAY-SEPT. 20
Due to several events of
national significance affecting the citizens of the Greater Findlay region, a
Disaster Preparedness Day will be held Sept. 20, 2008 from 8 a.m. to 3:30 p.m.
at the Hancock County Center
on Aging, 423 Trenton Ave.
to supply residents information on how to protect their homes and families.
Brought to you by the Hancock County Agency on Aging
and the Long Term Recovery Committee, this event includes several seminars
aimed at assisting both home and business owners with preparing for the next
disaster. Session topics include: flood mitigation & preparedness;
continuation of life after a disaster, vital records; disaster response and recovery
steps; continuation of business operations planning. Workshop instructor will
be Scott Berndt, who has over 20 years experience in the fields of emergency
response, disaster response, environmental and safety.
The workshop is free and
open to the public; pre-registration is required. For more information, contact
Leni Mueller, Hancock County Agency on Aging at 419-423-8496.
HPD NOW ACCEPTING RESERVATIONS TRACTOR DRAWN HAYRIDES
Group reservations for
antique tractor drawn hayrides at Riverbend Recreation Area are now being taken
on a first come, first served basis at the Hancock Park District office.
Hour-long rides will be conducted Sept. 20 through Oct. 31. A Hancock
Park District Wagon Master will conduct all hayrides through the natural areas
of Riverbend located off State Route 568, east of Findlay.
Rides for groups of
approximately 25 people will be given by advance reservation only. All
reservations are confirmed with a fee of $60, payable at the time the
reservation is taken at the Hancock Park District office located at 1424 East
Main Cross, Findlay.
Interested persons may call the HPD office during open hours Monday through
Friday, 8 am to 4:30 pm, to check availability of times and dates.
A complete listing of
hayride rules and information are available upon request at the Park District
office or can be downloaded at HancockParks.com.
VOICES FOR CHILDREN: CASA TO HOST INFORMATIONAL
MEETINGS FOR VOLUNTEERS
Voices for Children of Court Appointed Special Advocates of Hancock
County (CASA) are ordinary people doing extraordinary work for abused
and neglected children. Volunteers are accepted from all cultures, professions,
ethnic and educational backgrounds.
Voices for Children will be
holding informational meetings for those who would like to know more about
becoming a Court Appointed Special Advocate. Meeting dates are as follows: Aug.
28 @ 5:30 p.m.; Sept. 2 @ 5:30 p.m.; Sept. 12 @ 11:30 a.m.; Sept. 15 @ 5:30
p.m.
For more information or to
register, please call 419-424-3262 Ext. 101. Voices for Children: CASA of Hancock County is a member of both the National
and Ohio State CASA Associations.
FOUNDATION ANNOUNCES GRANT PROPOSAL DEADLINE
The Findlay-Hancock County
Community Foundation announces that the next competitive grant proposal
deadline is Friday, September 5, 2008 for review at the November board meeting.
Grant proposals are reviewed four times a year by The Community Foundation board
of directors.
The Community Foundation
issues grants to tax-exempt, private agencies classified as 501(c)(3)
organizations, public charities as defined by the Internal Revenue Service.
Grants may also be made to governmental agencies. The programs considered for
support must be located in the Greater Findlay area or provide a service that
will directly benefit the residents of Greater Hancock County.
Creative programs designed to meet community
needs, to address public policy priorities, or to test new ideas will be
considered. Grants are awarded in six program areas: civic affairs, arts and
culture, education, economic development, health, and human services. Contact Marty Rothey, Senior Program Officer, at
419-425-1100 or visit www.community-foundation.com for more information.
RICHARDSON NAMED BUILDING MANAGER AT FAMILY CENTER
The Hancock Properties, Inc.
Board has named Kevin Richardson as building manager of The Family Center, 1800 N. Blanchard Street.
The Family Center
is a multi-tenant nonprofit center which currently houses 16 local nonprofit
agencies. As building manager, Richardson will be responsible for the
day-to-day operations of The Family Center including greeting and assisting
visitors; scheduling conference rooms; maintaining positive relationships with
agencies; monthly billing; arranging for building maintenance as necessary; and
monitoring the security system.
Richardson retired from the Hancock County Engineers office earlier
this year, after more than 30 years of service. He most recently served as Road
Superintendent. Richardson replaces Earl Cox, who accepted a pastoral call to serve a
church in Augusta, Kansas. Call 419-425-1100 to learn more.
TRIPLE YOUR SAVINGS
WITH HHWP CAC
Triple Your Savings for a home, college or business with Hardin, Hancock, Wood,
and Putnam Community Action Commission. HHWP CAC Life Skills IDA Program
is accepting applications. For more info contact Cindy at 419-423-3755 ext 203
or crobinettcac@bright.net. Funded
in part by United Way
and The Community Foundation.
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
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.
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
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