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CertifiChecks, Inc. Ceases Operations
Monday, GreaterFindlayInc. received official notice that
CertifiChecks, Inc. has ceased operations, effective immediately. Due to an
extremely difficult economic environment, CertifiChecks will no longer
administer gift certificate programs and gift certificate sales have been
halted.
CertifiChecks is in the process of filing Chapter 7 bankruptcy in Dayton, Ohio.
In an effort to support member
businesses and the local economy, GreaterFindlayInc. offered the CertifiChecks
program to the Findlay-Hancock
County community for five
years. In that time, the program provided an annual return of $30,000 to the
local economy.
GreaterFindlayInc. has proactively
contacted participating merchants to relay this information. Participating
merchants are advised not to deposit CertifiChecks gift certificates in the
bank as they will be returned. Merchants have been asked to end all
CertifiChecks gift certificate promotions and remove all door and register
decals.
CertifiChecks gift certificates may be submitted for potential reimbursement to
CertifiChecks, Inc., Attn: Redemption Dept., PO Box 13603, Dayton, Ohio 45413.
While Findlay-Hancock
County is not the only
community affected by this challenge, GreaterFindlayInc. welcomes any questions
or concerns regarding this information. All inquiries may be submitted to info@greaterfindlayinc.com or the
GFI office at 419-422-3313.
For more information, contact CertifiChecks, Inc. at 1-877-770-4438 or visit http://certifichecks.com.
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Simpson Advances to Columbus Market
Efforts Underway to Fill CVB Post
GreaterFindlayInc.
has announced that Alissa Simpson, Director of the Hancock County
Convention & Visitors Bureau (HCCVB) has accepted the position of
Tourism Sales Manager for Experience Columbus, Columbus, Ohio. Simpson
will remain in her role as Director until March 20, 2009. The HCCVB is
a division of GreaterFindlayInc.
"We're sorry that we are losing Alissa's
leadership to a bigger market, but wish her well in her new position in
Columbus," said Ray De Winkle, GFI President & CEO. Simpson is
relocating to the Columbus area for personal reasons which also allows
her to advance her career and bring forth her skills in a bigger
market. Simpson was named Director of Marketing and Development in
April of 2004, and served in that capacity until June of 2007 when she
was named director.
"The Findlay community has afforded me
opportunities and experiences that will go unmatched. I have grown
tremendously over the past 5 years with the organization. The
Convention and Visitors Bureau, as well as GreaterFindlayInc., have
helped advance me both professionally and personally," said Simpson.
GreaterFindlayInc. administers the Convention
& Visitors Bureau for Hancock County through a contractual
relationship with the Hancock County Commissioners. The current
contract is up for renewal in December, 2009. GFI's Dionne Neubauer
will oversee the leadership transition in conjunction with CVB
Chairperson, Dee Dee Spraw. A selection committee is being assembled.
A description of the job position and its requirements can be found here. Applicants interested in the position should submit their resumes on or before March 10. |
Employment Law Series with Bill Beach, Robison, Curphey & O'Connell
Beginning in March, GreaterFindlayInc. will present an
Employment Law Series, educating small-to-mid size business professionals on
current legislation impacting their business and their community. The series
will be facilitated by Bill Beach of Robison, Curphey & O'Connell, specializing
in employment law, labor, litigation and workers' compensation.
The following programs will be held from 8:30 a.m. to 9:30 a.m. at the Findlay
Inn & Conference Center. Cost
is $15 members / $20 non-members. Look for your invitation in the mail!
March 17-Current Issues for Employers With 15 or More
Employees 1. New Hiring Mandates 2. How to Reduce Employee Related Risk 3. Terminations and Lay Offs 4. ADA
(ADAAA) and FMLA
March 24-Current Issues for Employers With Less
Than 15 Employees 1. New Hiring Mandates 2. Employment at Will Update 3. How to Reduce Employee Related Risk 4. Terminations and Lay Offs
March 31-Unemployment and Workers' Compensation Overview
for All Employers 1. Unemployment Law Basics 2. Unemployment
Strategies 3. Workers' Compensation Law Basics 4. Workers' Compensation Strategies
Registration begins at 8 a.m. RSVP at rsvp@greaterfindlayinc.com or 419-422-3313. Cancellations
must be made 24 hours in advance. For more information visit www.greaterfindlayinc.com. |
Rally in the Alley Sponsorships Available
This summer, celebrate the end of the work week with live
music, food and libations at Rally in the Alley! Rally in the Alley will be
held Fridays, 5-8 p.m. in Latham Courtyard.
Take advantage of this exciting opportunity to generate
visibility for your company. Exclusive sponsorships are available for $700 and
co-sponsorships for $400. Sponsors receive a variety of promotions including direct
mailing, signage, website, and radio recognition.
For more information and to schedule your sponsorship
contact Carla Benjamin at 419-422-3313 or at gfi@greaterfindlayinc.com.
2009 Rally in the Alley Events
June 12- On the Beach
Catering: Waldo Peppers
June 19-Newcomers
Catering: Joey Fratello's Pizzeria
June 26- Tongue & Groove
Catering: The Rocking U
July 10-Mystic Rhythms
Catering: TBD
July 17- TBD
Catering: Waldo Peppers
July 24-The Game
Caterer: The Rocking U
July 31-Fossils
Catering: Waldo Peppers
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highly affordable way to get your message out to your customers,
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you'll build strong connections with your audience that lead to
referrals, repeat business and loyalty.
With Email Marketing by Constant Contact, you can:
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individually, or capture contact information from website visitors.
- Measure
your email campaign results instantly-check click-through rates, review
new subscribers, and see who opened and clicked on each link so you can
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Discover
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better connect with your customers, strengthen your relationships with
them, and grow your organization.
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Deadline to Advertise in Community Viewbook is March 20
The deadline to
advertise in the Community Viewbook is March 20. The 50 page, full-color
image book is scheduled to be published in May and will be distributed to a
minimum of 5,000 potential customers through the Greater Findlay Community
Viewbook.In partnership with Kennedy Printing, the Greater Findlay
Community Viewbook is a bi-annual publication used to showcase our community as
the focal point of Northwest Ohio. The image book provides a detailed overview
of our community's achievements and highlights Greater Findlay's unique
qualities. Available online and in hardcopy form, the Viewbook is strategically
shared with new business investors and tourists as well as growing families,
businesses and developing opportunities to promote the Greater Findlay
region.For more information on available advertising opportunities to
promote your business, contact Diana Musgrave at 419-422-3313 ext. 118 or email
dmusgrave@greaterfindlayinc.com. For advertising information,
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Michael Gruber, Chief Operating Office, The RightThing to Speak at FAHRA Meeting
The next Findlay Area Human Resource Association (FAHRA)
meeting will be held from 11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m., Wednesday, March 11, 2009 at The
Findlay Country Club, 1500 Country
Club Drive, Findlay.
Keynote speaker, Michael Gruber, Chief Operating Officer,
The RightThing will present Re-thinking Recruiting and Retention in Today's
Challenging Economy
Now more than ever companies are expected to get the right
people in the door...the first time. With
today's growing costs and shrinking budgets, recruiters are expected to use
every available means to find the best talent with the least cost
involved. However, recruitment is only
half the battle. With the cost of a "bad"
hire often exceeding three times a fully burdened salary, we are also expected
to fully engage our employees from the date that they are on-boarded. This presentation will not only provide a few
tips and tricks using cutting-edge recruiting techniques that you can put to work
for you today, it will speak to improving retention by actively engaging your
workforce.
Registration and lunch begins at 11:30 with the program taking
place from 12 p.m. to 1 p.m. Cost for FAHRA members is $15 and $17 for non-members.
Students may attend for $10. Registration is required to Bev Bowen at bbowencac@bright.net or call (419)
423-3755 ext. 219 by noon on Friday, March 6.
Note: If it becomes
necessary to cancel your reservation, you must do so by 4:30 p.m., Friday, March 6
or you will be charged for your meal.
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Community Events
Urinetown the Musical
March 5-7 Fort Findlay Playhouse
Boat Show March 13-15 Findlay Village Mall
An Evening with Broadway Star Brent Barrett March 15, 8 p.m. Winebrenner Theological Seminary
All Singles Dance
March 14, 8 p.m. Humane Society Hall
YOUTHEATRE Production March 20-22 First Presbyterian
Murder Mystery Dinner
March 21, 6 p.m. The Elks Lodge
Model Airplane Show March 21-22 Findlay Village Mall
Veteran's Appreciation Dinner
March 26, 6:15 p.m. Camp Fire USA
Silver Blades Ice Classics March 27-29 The CUBE
All Singles Dance
March 14, 8 p.m.
Humane Society Hall
Flag City Train Show March 29 NWORRP
Agri-Business Sausage Sale & Leisure Living Home Show April 3-5 The Cube Ongoing
Weekend Happenings
Open Mic
NightFridays, 8-10 p.m.Coffee AmiciLive EntertainmentSaturdays 8-10
p.m.Coffee AmiciWine
TastingsFridays, 5-7 p.m.The Wine MerchantBeer TastingsSaturdays 5-7p.m.The Wine
Merchant

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Get Noticed and Get Results with Jeff Beals Author, Self Marketing Power: Branding Yourself as a Business of One, March 20, 2009
In order to get ahead, land a big client, or make a difference in the community, professionals need to establish and exploit their "personal brands." Today's marketplace is crowded and noisy, making it difficult to stand out. That's why Jeff Beals, a real estate executive, radio talk-show host, part-time college professor and newspaper columnist, has prepared an enlightening and entertaining presentation designed to give you the secrets of effective self marketing. On Friday, March 20, learn how to:· Promote your brand to your personal target audience· Become a "celebrity" inside your sphere of interest· Get better results from your networking efforts· Harness the media to promote your brand· Develop an expertise and become a sought-after speaker and source for news storiesBased on his book, Self Marketing Power: Branding Yourself as a Business of One, Jeff Beals' presentation is based on research, observation of highly successful professionals, and his own diverse career experience. Get noticed and get results. Learn how you can promote your brand and bring value to your organization.
When: Friday, March 20, 2009 Time: 8:30 - 10 a.m. Doors open at 8 a.m. Where: Owens Community College Community Education and Wellness Center, 3200 Bright Road, FindlayCost: $29 for members; $35 for non-members.Register: rsvp@greaterfindlayinc.com or 419-422-3313. Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance. Look for your invitation in the mail. For more information visit www.greaterfindlayinc.com. |
Whole Hog Sausage Pre Sale Forms Available
The Agri-Business Committee will hold their annual Whole-Hog Sausage Fundraising sale on Saturday, April 4 during the 2009 Leisure Living Home Show at The Cube. Proceeds from the breakfast and sausage sale are earmarked for student scholarship awards to continue supporting the future of agriculture.
Pre sale order forms are available at the GreaterFindlayInc. office and at www.greaterfindlayinc.com. For more information or to learn how you can support the Agri-Business committee, please contact GreaterFindlayInc. at 419-422-3313.
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Hancock Leadership Applications Now Available for 2009-10 Session
The
Hancock Leadership (HL) program is now accepting applications for the 2009-2010
class.
Hancock
Leadership, a program of GreaterFindlayInc. and sponsored by the Hancock
Leadership Alumni Association, is a nine-month seminar program designed to
strengthen leadership skills, broaden knowledge of the community and motivate
participants to become involved in addressing community issues.  Since
its beginning, more than 500 area leaders have graduated from Hancock
Leadership, representing over 200 area businesses and/or service organizations.
The
program is launched with a mandatory retreat on Saturday, August 29, 2009. This
will be followed by one full-day session per month, September through May. The
sessions are held on Wednesdays from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. at various locations
throughout Hancock
County. Class members are
also required volunteer in a class service project conducted outside of regular
class time.
Tuition
is $795. Arrangements for payment can be made with a participant's employer
and/or sponsoring organization. A limited number of scholarships are
available to applicants who require financial assistance. Deadline for applications is June 1.
For more information, call HYL Facilitator Angela Crist
at (419) 422-3313 or visit the HYL website at www.greaterfindlayinc.com/memberinvolvement.
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When: March 26, 2009 Time:
Registration begins at 8 a.m. Event starts promptly at 8:30 a.m. Where: Blanchard Valley Industries, 1700 E. Sandusky St., Findlay Cost: $15 members, $20 non-members
Check and cash payment will be accepted at the door.
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.
Cancellations must be made 24 hours in advance; substitutions allowed. To register, call 419-422-3313 or email rsvp@greaterfindlayinc.com.
Save The Date: April 23 @ Country Inn & Suites May 21 @ Northwest Physical Therapy June 25 @ Findlay Inn & Conference Center August 20 @ Primrose Retirement Community
For more information or to host a Business 2 Business Networking event, contact Diana Musgrave at 419-422-3313 ext. 118 or at dmusgrave@greaterfindlayinc.com. |
GreaterFindlayInc. Events
Hancock County Safety Council Violation of Specific Safety Rule (VSSR) March 5, 11:30 a.m.-1 p.m. Owens Community College
Employment Law Series
Current Issues for Employers With More Than 15 Employees
March 17, 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Findlay Inn & Conference Center
Farmers Share Breakfast
March 19
The Brugeman Lodge at Riverbend
Self Marketing Power Branding Yourself as a Business of One
March 20, 8:30-10 a.m. Owens Community College Wellness Center
Employment Law Series
Current Issues for Employers With Less Than 15 Employees
March 24, 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Findlay Inn & Conference Center
Business 2 Business Networking March 26, 8:30-10:30 a.m.
Blanchard Valley Industries, 1700 E. Sandusky Street
Employment Law Series
Workers' Compensation
March 31, 8:30-9:30 a.m.
Findlay Inn & Conference Center
Fresh Brewed Business April 7, 7:30-8:30 a.m. Findlay Country Club
Visit www.greaterfindlayinc.com/events for more information!
*To host a Business to Business networking event or a Ribbon Cutting, contact GreaterFindlayInc. at 419-422-3313.
**Nominate someone for the 2009 Small Business Awards: info@greaterfindlayinc.com
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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, including ribbon cuttings, 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.
50%
OFF HISTORIC HANCOCK COUNTY
BOOKS
GreaterFindlayInc.'s
Historic Hancock County
books are on sale now! The illustrated history book provides a detailed look at
Hancock County's history, dating back to
1812. Purchase this piece of history for
just $17.48, 50% off the original cover price! Place your order while supplies
last at 419-422-3313.
BEMIS APPOINTED PRESIDENT AND CEO OF CENTRACOMM
COMMUNICATIONS
CentraComm Communications, LLC a proven managed IT Security
company, announced the appointment of Daniel Bemis as President and Chief Executive
Officer effective immediately. A seasoned veteran with nearly 20 years of
sales, operations, business development, and customer service experience, Bemis
will lead the next phase of CentraComm's business strategy.
In his role as CEO, Bemis is responsible for managing
strategic direction and the day-to-day business operations of the company. Bemis
has received industry recognition in customer satisfaction and innovation. As
Senior Vice President of Customer Operations at Vonage, a leading voice over
the internet company, he helped manage the company's growth from $10 million in
annual revenue and 60,000 customers, to over $500 million in annual revenue and
1.7 million customers. Prior to Vonage, Bemis held a number of executive roles
previously with Adelphia Communications, Continental Satellite Company, RCN and
Primestar.
"We're very excited to have such a qualified and successful
leader on our team," said Lynn Child, Chairman of CentraComm. "Dan brings years
of experience at an executive level to the table, and a track record of
successfully growing technology oriented companies."
"Dan is joining CentraComm at an inflection point in the
Company's evolution. His experience in acquisitions & mergers, business
development and corporate strategy will be invaluable as we expand Centracomm's
leadership in managed IT security." said Duane Jebbett, CEO of Rowmark and
CentraComm Board Member.
"CentraComm's opportunity in the managed IT security space
is unbounded" said Bemis. "I am excited to be joining a company with such a
talented team and where I can leverage my experience to help realize CentraComm's
full potential as a premier managed IT service provider. We have solutions and
a workforce that can dramatically improve the business cost structure for large
and small organizations. We are committed to delivering the most robust
security offerings available as we expand CentraComm's leadership outside of
the Midwest."
For more information, contact CentraComm at (419) 423-2666
or by email at info@centracomm.net or
visit www.centracomm.net.
THE UNIVERSITY
OF FINDLAY NAMED TO
PRESIDENTIAL HONOR ROLL FOR COMMUNITY SERVICE
The Corporation for National and Community Service selected
The University of Findlay for a place on the President's Higher Education
Community Service Honor Roll for exemplary service efforts and service to America's
communities.
Launched in 2006, the Community Service Honor Roll is the
highest federal recognition a school can achieve for its commitment to
service-learning and civic engagement. Honorees for the award were chosen based
on a series of selection factors including scope and innovation of service
projects, percentage of student participation in service activities, incentives
for service, and the extent to which the school offers academic
service-learning courses.
During the 2007-2008 academic year, UF students engaged in
11,910 hours of service. At UF, faculty members work both independently and
with Campus Compact to develop academic service-learning opportunities for
students. For more information on service opportunities or Campus Compact,
contact Weitz at cjones@findlay.edu
or 419-434-6671.
Overall, the corporation honored six schools with
Presidential Awards. In addition, 83 were named as Honor Roll with Distinction
members and 546 schools as Honor Roll members.
In total, 635 schools were recognized. A full list is available at www.nationalservice.gov/honorroll.
For more information, visit www.findlay.edu or call 1-800-472-9502.
OPENINGS AND ADDITIONS FOR OWENS WORKFORCE AND COMMUNITY
SERVICES
Owens
Community College is
proud to announce several additions to the Spring 2009 schedule at Owens
Workforce and Community Services. Enrollments are currently being
accepted for:
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U. S. Department of Labor Seminar (Including FMLA and ADA changes in 2009)
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Train the Trainer
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Comp TIA A+ Certification Exam Preparation
Space is also still available for several programs
including: Skilled Trades - Hydraulic and DDI Leadership Certification Program.
For more information, contact Peter M. Palko, CPP, at 567-429-3152,
peter_palko@owens.edu
or visit https://www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/cce_programs.html.
BLUEBIRDER'S EDUCATIONAL FORUM OFFERED AT OAKWOODS-MARCH 8
The Hancock Park District in conjunction with the Ohio
Bluebird Society will be offering a forum Sunday, March 8 at Oakwoods Nature
Preserve, "Doc" Phillips
Discovery Center.
The forum will begin at 2 p.m., with the Discovery Center
being open from 1-4 p.m.
The Ohio Bluebird Society County Coordinator Fred Nye of Hancock County will share his expertise on
bluebirds and keeping a bluebird trail. This will be followed by a
question and answer session about the proper management of wildlife nest
boxes.
The Park District is also in need of volunteers for bluebird
trails in several park areas including Oakwoods Nature Preserve and Riverbend
Recreation Area. For more information about becoming a bluebird volunteer
or about the upcoming program, view the HPD Seasonal Guide at www.HancockParks.com or call
the HPD office at 419-425-PARK/7275 and "Discover Your Hancock Parks".
Oakwoods is located at 1400
Oakwoods Lane, Findlay,
off County Road 144, west of Findlay.
DISCOVER STORY: LADYBUGS-MARCH 9
Learn more about our state insect, the ladybug in March's
Discovery Story. The program will be on Monday, March 9 and will be
taking place at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. at the Discovery Center
located at Oakwoods Nature Preserve.
For children ages 3-6 with an adult companion, the program includes
story and activities and a craft all about ladybugs.
For more information call the HPD office at 419-425-PARK and
"Discover Your Hancock Parks".
SMALL NONPROFITS COULD LOSE EXEMPT STATUS IF FAILED TO
SUBMIT FORM 990-N
GuideStar, the leading provider of nonprofit information,
reports that half a million U.S.
nonprofits could find themselves stripped of tax-exempt status in May 2010.
According to IRS estimates, that's how many smaller nonprofit organizations
have failed to file a Form 990-N since the new requirement took effect in 2008
(for tax year 2007).
Previously, most small tax-exempt organizations (annual
gross receipts under $25,000), were not required to file annual tax returns
with the IRS. Beginning in 2008 however, the Pension Protection Act began
requiring these smaller organizations to file Form 990-N, an annual electronic
notice form also known as the "e-Postcard." For organizations that have a
December 31 fiscal year, the form was due for the first time on May 15, 2008.
The Pension Protection Act also directs the IRS to revoke
the tax-exempt status of any organization that fails to file an annual return,
including the 990-N, for three consecutive years. Revocations will happen
automatically beginning in May 2010.
Congress imposed this new requirement because of concerns
that small organizations, who have had no annual filing requirement in the
past, have not kept the IRS up-to-date on address and other changes. An
up-to-date IRS database is important both for IRS administrative purposes, and
for donors who want to make sure they are contributing to recognized
organizations.
Nonprofits whose exemptions are revoked will be required to
pay federal income taxes -- and subject to financial penalties if they fail to
do so. Nonprofits that wish to have their exemptions reinstated will be
required to re-apply to the IRS for tax-exempt status.
It's estimated that smaller nonprofits make up as much as
three-quarters of the nonprofit sector. According to the searchable database on
the IRS website, more than 70 Hancock
County nonprofits filed
the 990-N in 2007. However, GuideStar.com indicates more than 450 tax-exempt
organizations listed in Hancock
County.
The 990-N (e-Postcard) form must be completed and filed
electronically by answering fewer than ten questions in an online form. There
is no paper form. To complete it all you need is:
Employer
identification number (EIN), also known as a Taxpayer Identification
Number (TIN)).
Tax year -
Legal
name and mailing address -
Any other
names the organization uses -
Name and
address of current principal officer -
Web
site address if the organization has one -
Confirmation
that the organization's annual gross
receipts are normally
$25,000 or less If
applicable, a statement that the organization has terminated or is
terminating (going out of business)
If you are a small nonprofit who did not file a 990-N last
year, the IRS is not imposing any penalties for not filing the 990-N. However,
an organization that fails to file for three consecutive years will
automatically lose its tax-exempt status.
For more information, please contact the Findlay-Hancock
County Community Foundation is at www.community-foundation.com
or call 419-425-1100.
CARTRIDGE WORLD
ANNOUNCES RECORD-BREAKING SYSTEM-WIDE SALES INCREASE FOR 2008 As most retailers were felling the strain of the recession
in 2008, Cartridge World, the world's fastest growing ink and toner refilling
retailer, experienced record-setting growth.
As the leader in the $80 billion printer cartridge industry,
Cartridge World in the U.S.
experienced a 13 percent increase in same-store sales over 2007. Cartridge
World's sales have skyrocketed relative to the economic slowdown as more
consumers and business owners are opting for ways to save money on ink costs by
refilling cartridges, instead of always buying new.
Refilling and remanufacturing printer cartridges are
becoming indispensable services for businesses and consumers looking to save
money on office supplies and adopt green practices. Cartridge World prevents
more than 9 million cartridges from going into landfills each year for
businesses, schools, organizations and the average consumer.
Cartridge World addresses environmental issues by showcasing
its ability to refill ink cartridges an average of three to eight times,
without sacrificing quality. Unlike the big name brands and big box stores that
just recycle and don't reuse the cartridge. All Cartridge World products come
with a 100 percent money-back guarantee on quality and offer substantial saving
over buying new.
For more information about Cartridge World-Findlay, please
contact Rettig Dawn at 419-422-7166.
FINDLAY LUPUS EDUCATIONAL SUPPORT GROUP
MEETING-MARCH 10 Findlay
Lupus Educational and Support Group Meeting will be held Tuesday, March 10 in the Marathon Room
(SW corner of BV hospital pavilion entrance) at 6:30 p.m.
Jim Steffen
will motivate you by presenting a mental , spiritual and physical exercise
program. This program is FREE and open to the public.
For more
information or to RSVP call the Lupus Foundation office at 419-423-9313 or
visit website www.lupusnwoh.org.
FIRST ANNUAL
FLAG CITY MUSIC FESTIVAL INFORMATIONAL MEETING-MARCH
11
A major summer concert event is scheduled at the
2009 Hancock County Fair.
Fatbottom Productions, Flag City Online and Song
Trax Entertainment Corp. have teamed up to bring one of the biggest
events to ever take place in the Findlay area, to the Hancock County Fair on
Friday Sept 4, 2009. Several national acts are contracted to
perform at the show, and several multi platinum artists are
currently in negotiations with the Promoters as well.
An informational meeting has been scheduled for
Wednesday March 11 at noon and 5:30 p.m. at Covington Greens Apartment
Complex Clubhouse for anyone who would like additional information or
information on how they can get involved or help with this event. All
proceeds from ticket sales of this concert event will go to Special
Kids Therapy.
Please contact Karla Lewis at 419-722-7467 or Rick
Pollard at 567-525-5530 for more information or visit
www.fatbottomproductions.com.
BROADWAY STAR BRENT
BARRETT TO PERFORM AT THE UNIVERSITY
OF FINDLAY-MARCH 15
"An Evening with Brent
Barrett" is at 8 p.m. Sunday, March 15, at The University of Findlay in the
Winebrenner Theological Seminary.
Barrett is a Broadway and
international musical-theater star of "Chicago,"
"The Phantom of the Opera," "Grand Hotel," "Annie Get Your Gun," "Kiss Me Kate"
and "Candide."
Phil Reno will accompany
Barrett on the piano. Reno
is a Grammy-nominated Broadway conductor of "The Drowsy Chaperone," "The
Producers," "Cats," "Thou Shalt Not" and "Broadway Under the Stars."
Tickets are $10 for
adults and $6 for students and senior citizens. Tickets are available at the UF
Box Office. Call 419-434-5335. Tickets also will be available at the door.
For more information, visit call (419) 422-8313.
OWENS
OFFERS COMP TIA A+ CERTIFICATION EXAM PREPARATION-MARCH 18-MAY 6
Beginning Wednesday, March 18, 2009 through Wednesday, May 6, 200 Owens Community
College will offer a series of courses to prepare
students to take the A+ certification exams. This exam preparation course is
for technicians who have work experience and for the advanced level student who
is familiar with the hands on tasks of being an IT Technician. This course
prepares the technician for taking the CompTia A+ Exams and limited to 10
people. Testing center available on campus for students to take the exams without
any hassles or additional travel
The 40 hour exam prepares for the
following CompTia A+ Exams: (ALL 4 exams are included in the cost): 220-601
Essentials Exam; 220-602 IT Technician Exam; 220-603 Remote Technician Exam; and
220-604 Depot Technician Exam.
Courses will be held 6 p.m. to 9 p.m. Cost is $896 and includes: books, in class exam
preparation, 4 exams, testing center. Class will be held at Community Education and Wellness Center Owens Community
College Findlay / Room 108.
For more information, contact Peter M.
Palko, CPP, at 567-429-3152, peter_palko@owens.eduor visit https://www.owens.edu/workforce_cs/cce_programs.html.
OWENS PRESENTS "GETTING A JUMPSTART ON COLLEGE"-MARCH 24
Eighth graders and their parents are invited to attend
"Getting a Jumpstart on College," an open house to help them start planning for
college. The open house will be held on Tuesday, March 24, 2009 from 5:30 to
7:30 p.m. at the Findlay Campus Community Education and Wellness Center.
As employees you are invited to attend this free event.
Don't miss the fun! There will be hands on activities for the eighth grade students
in the Owens' science, engineering, health, and computer labs. Parents will
have an opportunity to learn about financing college, preparing for college,
and post secondary enrollment options. Plan to arrive at 5:30 p.m. for a
light supper.
To RSVP or for more information, please call x 3674 or send
an e-mail to lorena_baird@owens.edu
by Monday, March 16.
MILLSTREAM AREA CREDIT UNION PRESENTS FINANCIAL WORKSHOPS
Millstream Area Credit Union presents the following 2009
Financial Workshops:
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March 26- Shop for a Mortgage, Buy a Home
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April 30- Buy a Car and Don't Be Taken
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May 28- Financial Budgeting for Consumers
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June 25- How to Build and Repair Credit
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July 30- Identity Theft and Fraud Protection
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September 24- Trust, Will, Estate Planning
All events will be held at the Findlay Inn &
Conference Center
from 6:30 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. For more information or to register, contact Katie
Oler at koler@millstreamcu.com, 419-422-5626
ext. 106.
PRIMROSE COMMITS TO YEAR LONG FUNDRAISING EFFORTS TO BENEFIT
FAMILY CENTER AGENCIES
Upcoming benefit
breakfast to be held March 27
Primrose Retirement Communities has committed to a year of
fundraising to benefit The Family Center. Each month in 2009, Primrose will
host a "Community Breakfast" with all proceeds going directly to the agencies
of The Family Center.
Breakfast will be $5, collected at the door. All proceeds will be donated by Primrose to
The Family Center which supports 17 non- profit agencies. The breakfast will
take place Friday, March 27 from 8:30 a.m. to 10:30 a.m.
The following monthly breakfasts dates are scheduled for
2009: April
24; May 22; June 26; July 24; August 21; September 25; October 23; November 20;
and December 18.
Primrose Retirement Communities is Findlay's premier retirement community
located at 8580 Township Road
237. For further information contact Shelly De Vreese at 419-422-6200 or Linda
Lotz at 419-423-0286.
2009 OHIO
SAFETY CONGRESS & SAFETY EXPO
The Ohio Safety Council 2009 Expo will be held March 31 to
April 2 at the Greater Columbus Convention Center. Join 5,000 safety-minded
individuals at Ohio's
largest and most established occupational safety and health event. Your
competition will be there, and here's why you should, too.
Themed "Saving lives ... Saving money: Focus on Safety in Today's
Economy" the expo allows companies to:
· Reduce training costs for you and your employees at 150 educational sessions
· Free CEUs for accreditation and BWC discount programs.
· Streamline your product purchases at the Expo Marketplace.
· Solve problems with peers at roundtable discussions.
· Discover solutions to real-life safety scenarios.
· Save on registration fees and out-of-state travel expenses.
· Fewer injuries mean lower workers' compensation costs.
Save the date. Save the money. It's worth your time. For more information visit
www.greaterfindlayinc.com. To register call 800-OHIOBWC or visit www.Ohiobwc.com.
13th ANNUAL EMPLOYMENT LAW CONFERENCE-APRIL 2
The Employers' Association presents the 13th
Annual Employment Law Conference, April 2, 2009 at the Hilton Garden Inn at
Levis Commons, Perrysburg, OH. The conference, "Stacking the Deck in
Your Favor", will focus on employment law and feature a resource partner
showcase, three sessions of presentations, lunch and a raffle drawing.
The area's leading employment law specialists will cover
topics including: Developments in Labor Law; Civil Rights, Discrimination and
New Protected Characteristics; The ADAA - The New Disabilities Law; The Federal
Healthy Families Act; Retaliation in the Workplace; Job Descriptions -
Developing, Implementing & Using; Strategies for Addressing Layoffs,
Closings and Reductions in Force; Confidentiality, Trade Secrets and Other
Restrictive Contracts; The Employee Free Choice Act; The FMLA - New Laws, New
Regulations and New Forms; Workers' Compensation; Electronic Privacy and Related
Issues in the Workplace.
Space is limited and registration is required to (419)
885-8505. Registration is $185 for early bird members (received by 3/19/09),
$205 for regular EA Member and $275 for non-members.
For more information contact Dave Tippet at dtippett@employersassociation.com
or visit www.employersassociation.com.
UNIVERSITY OF FINDLAY TO HOST INTERCOLLEGIATE
DRESSAGE ASSOCIATION NATIONAL CHAMPIONSHIPS-APRIL 18-19
The University of Findlay
will host the Intercollegiate Dressage Association (IDA) National Championships
April 18 and 19 at the James L. Child Jr. Equestrian Complex, located on
Township Road 201. The public is welcome to attend.
Twelve teams, with four
riders on each team, will compete on Saturday. Nearly 50 individual riders will
compete on Sunday. Also on Saturday, spectators can watch a dog agility
demonstration by Golden
Collar School
for Dogs during the lunch hour. In addition, a variety of vendors will be on
site, including several area businesses, as well as an equine art show.
In 2008, the University's
dressage team was regional champion for the second year in a row and earned
eighth place at the IDA National Championships in Massachusetts. Several students also earned
high individual honors. In 2006 and 2005, the team was second in the region.
Dressage is a sport in
which riders train horses to use their natural movements in a more balanced,
supple and obedient manner. In dressage competition, the horse's natural
movements are repeated as exercises in the show ring, and judges score the
performance, giving each rider a gauge for their quality of the performance.
The rider must compete using an unfamiliar horse, drawn at random. In a true
test of skill, the rider is given just 10 minutes to become familiar with the
horse before they enter the show ring.
For more information
regarding the IDA championships at Findlay,
please contact the Child complex at 419-434-4364 or for more information on the
program, please visit www.findlay.edu,
KEYWORD: Dressage.
HANCOCK COUNTY
SUPPORT / ADVOCACY
SERVICES SCHEDULE-MARCH 2009
Circle of Hope-Monday, March 2, 6:30-8 p.m. at the Fifth
Third Hub, Birchaven Retirement Village, 15100 Birchaven Lane, Findlay, OH. An
on-going support group for anyone who has experienced the loss of a loved
one. Childcare w/ adv. notice-call
Carmen (419-423-5351).
National Alliance
On Mental Illness (NAMI) of Hancock County Support Group-Tuesday, March 3, 7 p.m.
at First Presbyterian Church (2330
S. Main St., rm. 209). Open to any family member, friend, support
person, or individual diagnosed with a mental illness. Call Gina Lewis (419-429-1423) or Carole C. (419-889-9257)
w/ questions.
Eating Disorder Support Group-Thursday, March 5, 7-8:30 p.m.
at First Presbyterian Church (2330
S. Main St). Call or email Joy Anderson, LSW with
any questions or concerns (419-425-8709) or findlayanad@yahoo.com. (Affil. w/ ANAD
- www.anad.org)
Bridges Out of Poverty training-March 5-6, 8:30a.m -3:30p.m.
at First Presbyterian Church. For registration information, call 419-424-1335
or email aaltman@bhg.org.
Depression and Bipolar Support Alliance
(DBSA) Support Group-Tuesday, March 10, 7 p.m. at First Presbyterian Church,
ROOM 209. Open to those diagnosed with
Depression or Bipolar Disorder, their friends, family members, or supportive
others. No pre-registration required.
Open to the public. Call Becky Hickle (419-422-9381)
w/ questions.
Has Alcohol or drug use invaded your life or that of someone
you love?-Thursday, March 12, 6-8p.m. at Blanchard Valley Hospital Auditorium
in the new Patient Pavilion. Come learn about what you can do to bring help and
hope. Dr. Thomas Mount, local clinicians, and members of the recovery community
will offer their perspectives. Call 419-424-1335 w/ questions.
"Understanding Depression in Grief"-Monday, March 16,
7-8:30p.m. at Hancock
Co. Historical
Museum (422
W. Sandusky St.). Presented
by Dr. John Malacos, Clinical Psychologist.
Part of "Journeying Through Grief", a monthly educational group that
discusses special topics related to the grief process. Call Carmen (419-423-5351) w/ questions.
NAMI Support Group -Tuesday, March 17, 7 p.m. at First
Presbyterian Church, ROOM 209. Open to
any family member, friend, support person, or individual diagnosed with a
mental illness. Call Gina (419-429-1423)
or Carole (419-889-9257) w/ questions.
Autism Support Group-Tuesday, March 17, 6:30- 8 p.m. at Blanchard Valley School.
For children with Autism and their parents / guardians / family. Contact Dodi
Newcomer at bnewcomer@thewavz.com w/
questions.
NAMI Walk Kickoff Luncheon-Wednesday, March 18, 12 p.m. in
rm. 117 of The Family
Center (1800 N. Blanchard St. Findlay). Come for a FREE LUNCH and find
out what you can do to get involved in our FIRST FINDLAY Walk in Riverside Park. Call Gina at 419-429-1423 w/
questions.
Membership Meeting-Thursday, March 19, 1:30 - 2:30p.m. at
Focus On Friends. All are welcome to attend. Call Jenny at 419-423-5071 with
questions.
Support for L.I.F.E. (Love. Inspiration. Friendship.
Encouragement)-Thursday, March 19, 3-4 p.m. at Focus On Friends. Call Pastor Jim Williams w/ questions at
419-694-4435
Persons Affected by a Loved one's Suicide (PALS) support
group- Thursday, March 26, 7 p.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.
Alzheimer's Association Caregiver Group- Friday, March 27, 11
a.m.at Birchaven Retirement
Village (Wenner Conference Room), Findlay. Contact
facilitators Jane Sherrick (419-425-3259) or Mike Thompson (419-425-3233) with
questions. Also, contact Marty Williman (419-425-5409)
for information about support groups in surrounding areas.
National Alliance
on Mental Illness (NAMI)-Every Monday, 4-5:30 p.m. at Century Health Annex (1908
N. Main St.) Hancock County's "NAMI Connections" peer support
group. Open to any individual diagnosed
w/ a mental illness. Call Gina Lewis (419-429-1423)
w/ questions.
Dual Recovery Anonymous (DRA)-Every Monday, 3-4 p.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 T.(422-3711) w/ questions.
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(419-423-5071) w/ questions to sign up.
Celebrate Recovery worship & open share-2nd and 4th Weds,
7-9 p.m. at Good Shepherd United
Methodist Church;
Benton Ridge. A biblically based 12 step support group aimed at helping people
on their recovery journey w/ their hurts, habits, & hang-ups. Call 419-859-2000 w/ questions.
Reformers Unanimous-Every Friday, 7-9 p.m. at Cornerstone
Baptist Church (8630 CR 140). A faith-based addictions program for people
living with any addiction / habit. Open
to the public. Call Mike Kissell (419-427-1400)
w/ questions.
DBSA Support Group- Tuesday, March 24, 7p.m. at First
Presbyterian Church (ROOM 209). Open to
those diagnosed with Depression or Bipolar Disorder, their friends, family
members, or supportive others. No
pre-registration required. Call Becky (419-422-9381) w/ questions.
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.
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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