GreaterFindlayInc. E-News Aug 5., 2009

Member Press Releases

NEW GOODWILL BOUTIQUE FIRST OF ITS KIND IN FINDLAY
Goodwill of Northwest Ohio is opening it's first ever Boutique! Goodwill's South End Boutique will open for business at 10 a.m., Wednesday, August 5.

The boutique, located at 2435 S. Main St. in the Servus Center at Findlay South, will feature 2,500 square feet of "high-end" designer clothing, accessories, collectibles and antiques. Also featured will be a wide selection of jewelry by local designer Karen Herold of Bead Happy.

Shoppers will be able to find items from famous label designers such as Prada, Coach, Gucci, Dooney & Bourke, Versace, Burberry, Kate Spade, and many more. Unlike Goodwill's standard retail stores, clothing prices at the Boutique will range from $10 to several hundred, depending on the item.

Hours of operation for the South End Boutique are Monday, 10 a.m.-5 p.m., closed Tuesday, Wednesday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., Thursday, 10- 5 p.m., Friday and Saturday, 10 a.m. - 7 p.m., closed Sunday. The Boutique is adjacent to Goodwill's donation center at 2435 S. Main St. and accepts Visa, Master Card and Discover.

For more information on Goodwill Industries of Northwest Ohio, please visit our web site: www.goodwillnwohio.com.

HPD HUNTING WITH PERMISSION LOTTERY DRAWING-AUG. 6
On Thursday, August 6, residents and land owners of Hancock County will have the opportunity to participate in a drawing for "Hunting with Permission" permits as part of the Hancock Park District's annual lottery in cooperation with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife. In addition to the HPD lottery, the Hancock County Landfill will also conduct a Hunting with Permission lottery following the HPD lottery. Both lotteries will take place at Litzenberg Memorial Woods beginning at 7 p.m. inside the Activity Barn located on US 224 west of Findlay.

The lottery will include a youth hunt for hunters age 11-17, deer-gun permits, deer primitive, seasonal permits in all categories, trapping permits, daily permits, and per week permits will be available

Further information about the HPD Sportsmen's Lottery Program can be obtained by contacting the Hancock Park District office at 419-425-7275. 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

VOLUNTEERS SOUGHT FOR RIB OFF-AUG 7
Rib Off on Broadway is Friday, August 7 and the Arts Partnership is currently looking for volunteers. The following positions are available:

Admissions - 8:15-11:15 - 10 openings
Token sales - 8:30-11:30 - 8 openings
Beer Tent - 8:30-11:45 - 10 openings
Money Runners - 8:15-11:30 - 6 openings
Event Security - 5:45-8:45 & 8:30-11:30 - 3 openings

If you have a group of friends/co-workers that would like to work together, The Arts Partnership will be more than happy to make sure you all get put together. For more information, call or email (419) 422-3412 x. 27 events@artspartnership.com.

GARDENING PROGRAM FEATURED AT LITZENBERG-AUG 11
Hancock Park District will be offering "Vibrant Garden...Splendid Summer Recipes" as the third program in the Litzenberg gardening series on Tuesday, August 11 at 7 p.m. The program will take place inside the Activity Barn at Litzenberg Memorial Woods.

Gardens are at their prime of production this time of year in northwest Ohio with a host of flavors. Attend a demonstration preparing pestos, salsas, little salads and cooling beverages with Ann Boyd of My Own Backyard Herbs & Flowers as she shares recipes, tips and tasting.

Advance registration is necessary to attend with a $5 per person by Friday, August. Space is limited.

Litzenberg Memorial Woods located on US 224 west of Findlay. For more information about other upcoming programs, view the HPD Seasonal Guide at www.HancockParks.com under the "What's New" section or call the HPD office at 419-425-Park and "Discover Your Hancock Parks".

CAMP FIRE USA BABYSITTING COURSE-AUG. 12
Camp Fire USA is offering a Babysitting Course for co-ed youth in grade 6 or above August 12, 2009, 9 a.m.- 4 p.m. Learn how to be the best babysitter in your neighborhood. This course helps youth to develop and refine their babysitting skills through mini-lectures and demonstrations.

Participants will learn basic care skills, safety measures, developmental levels of children, and job ethics. Attendees are encouraged to bring a sack lunch.

The course will be held at the Camp Fire USA Office, 305 West Hardin St., Findlay. Cost is $15 per participant. RSVP deadline is August 10, 2009.

For more information call 419-422-5415 or e-mail vridenour@campfireusa-nwohio.com.

HANCOCK PARK DISTRICT OFFERS SPECIAL SCOUT DAYS-AUG 12 & 13
The Hancock Park District is offering programs designated for Girl Scouts to earn nature and history related badges.

Junior Badge Day is being offered on Wednesday, August 12, 9 a.m.-12 p.m., where Junior Girl Scouts will complete the Rocks, Rock and Your Outdoor Surroundings badges. Scouts should meet in Shelter 3 at Riverbend Recreation Area.

Brownies Badge Day is scheduled for Thursday, August 13, from 9:30 a.m.-11:30 a.m., where Brownies will work on the Listening to the Past, Making Music, and Ready Set, Go Camping try its. Scouts will also start the Puppets, Dolls and Plays try it by making a cornhusk doll. Brownies should meet in the shelter at Litzenberg Memorial Woods.

Space is limited for all programs. Registration with a $3 fee per scout required by Friday, August 7 at the HPD Office.

One accompanying adult is required for every five registered scouts. 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".

BLACK HERITAGE LIBRARY AND MULTICULTURAL CENTER TIME MACHINE-AUG. 15
The Black Heritage Library & Multicultural Center, 817 Harmon Street will host famous children's author and illustrator Wil Clay on August 15, from 11 a.m. to 3 p.m. Children will enjoy a book signing, drawing demonstration, and storytelling in the "TIME MACHINE" sponsored by Time Warner Cable. A $5 donation is suggested and $2.50 for children 10 & younger. Soul food sampling will be available for $1 per item. A silent auction of art, jewelry & other specialty items and gifts will also be held. For more information call (419) 423-4954.

WEE ONES IN THE PARKS: BUBBLES-AUG. 17
Bubbles! Wee Ones in the Park will be held Monday, August 17 at 10 a.m., 1 p.m. and 7 p.m. Come see what bubbles are made off and how many different kids we can make. For toddlers three and under with an adult companion. Wee Ones take place at the Oakwoods Nature Preserve's Discovery Center.

The Oakwoods Nature Preserve, "Doc" Phillips Discovery Center is located at 1400 Oakwoods Lane, off West Sandusky Street off CR 144 west of Findlay. For more information about other upcoming programs, view the HPD Seasonal Guide at www.HancockParks.com under the "What's New" section or call the HPD office at 419-425-PARK and "Discover Your Hancock Parks".

CAMP FIRE USA CARNIVAL-AUG. 26

Camp Fire USA will be holding a Carnival on Wednesday, August 26, 6-8 p.m. at Riverside Park Shelter 22. Admission cost is covered if you bring one friend who is not a current Camp Fire USA member. Bringing extra friends? You get extra game tickets!

Join us for games, food, information about this year's club program and other great carnival fun! For more information, contact Mandy Daniel at 419-422-5415, mdaniel@campfireusa-nwohio.com.

SUNSET CANOE FLOAT SCHEDULED-AUG. 20
Bring the family out for a leisurely canoe float on the Blanchard River on Thursday, August 20, from 7-9 p.m. Certified Canoe Instructor, Stacie Roby, will demonstrate a few basic paddling strokes before heading out. Once on the water, Stacie will guide you down the river as we look for wildlife stirring in the evening light. Enjoy the sights and sounds of nature as you watch the sun set over the water.

Register by Monday, August 17, with a payment of $10 per canoe.

For more information about this and other upcoming programs, view the HPD Seasonal Guide at www.HancockParks.com or call the HPD office at 419-425-PARK (7275) and "Discover Your Hancock Parks".

"PIT STOP" SPONSORS SOUGHT FOR CAR TUNES ON MAIN-AUG 22
"Car Tunes on Main", the United Way Community Kickoff, is set for Sat. Aug. 22, from 11 a.m. to midnight. The planning committee is seeking local businesses and organizations interested in being placed on the community cruise which takes place from 11 a.m. to 2 p.m. Locations who choose to be a "Pit Stop" sponsor will be listed on a map that will be published in The Courier and online at http://cartunesonmain.org. Pit Stop sponsors will also have the option to display at the downtown car show on Main St. The downtown car show takes place from 3 p.m. to midnight. Cost to be a Pit Stop sponsor is $500. Other sponsorship levels are also available.

Spectators will also be encouraged to visit Pit Stop locations. Last year, many of the Pit Stop sponsors offered food, music and more as an additional draw for the cruisers and the public. For more details on the community cruise, visit cartunesonmain.org or call 419-423-1432.

Last year the event brought more than 20,000 people and over 375 show cars to downtown Findlay. For a full list of all sponsor levels or for more information, contact Rooney at 419-423-1432 or trooney@uwhancock.org.

BGSU ATHLETICS OFFERS 'SUITE DEAL' FOR FALL 2009 SEASON
Here's a 'suite deal'. in addition to group ticket sales, Cheryl Henke, Director of Athletic Ticket Sales at BGSU is now also handling sales for the Wood County Hospital Stadium Club Seats and Suites at The Doyt! For the ultimate game day experience, Stadium Club Seats offer an all-inclusive opportunity! Six-person suites are available for an ideal corporate entertaining that combines food, fun and football! Can't attend all 6 home games? Ask about a la carte options for select game dates for Fall 2009. Call Cheryl at 419-372-4349 or at cherylh@bgsu.edu.

JULIANNE HOUGH ADDED TO FLAG CITY MUSIC FESTIVAL-SEPT. 4
Fatbottom Productions is excited to announce that Julianne Hough has been added to the star line up at the Flag City Music Festival to benefit Special Kids Therapy. In addition to Julianne, appearing at the September 4 show will be Billy Ray Cyrus, John Michael Montgomery along with The Parks, Rick Pollard and BoomTowne, Chris Burke from ABC's hit series Life Goes On, Fred Shafer, Gene Bowshier and The Heartbeat Boys.

Special Kids Therapy, Inc. (SKT) serves special health needs children and their families with financial assistance for those therapies and/or activities not covered by public or private insurance. SKT is a non-profit 501 (c)3 organization based in Findlay, Ohio reaching out to children throughout Ohio.

Tickets are currently available for the Flag City Music Festival and can be purchased by visiting www.fatbottomproductions.com or locally at both locations of Millstream Area Credit Union, Coffee Amici, Interim Health, Cartridge World, Morey's, The Wellness Center, Bellacinno's Pizza, Siferd Plumbing, Blanchard Valley Center, Special Kids Therapy, Main Street Deli and Primrose Retirement Communities in Findlay, Johnson's Hunting and Fishing in McCutchenville or Pisanello's Pizza in McComb.

For more information, please call 419-672-8536 or www.fatbottomproductions.com.

DOW CHEMICAL CELEBRATES 50 YEARS WITH OPEN HOUSE-SEPT. 19
Please join Dow Chemical in celebrating 50 years in Findlay, Ohio. Dow Chemical made their move South into Findlay in June of 1959 when it purchased its Findlay Operations Facility from Automotive Fibers. The initial production unit "Polyethylene Films" has survived throughout the years and continues to prove its value as it is the sole production process located at the plant today.

Dow would like to share this exciting milestone with the Findlay community by hosting an "Open House" on September 19, 2009 from 10 a.m. to noon. Guest will be asked to park just south of the main administration building facing Main Street and enter through the front doors.

Tours and a history of the site will be given to those 10 years and older. Dow will have a babysitting area for children younger then 10 if parents wish to attend the tour. Closed toed shoes are desired for tour participants.

For more information, contact Brenda Radcliff at 419-423-6511 or bkradcliff@dow.com.

ALL RED CROSS BLOOD DONORS ENTERED TO WIN A HARLEY-DAVIDSON
Come to give blood at a participating Red Cross blood drive between July 1 - September 26, 2009, and enter into a sweepstakes drawing for a Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883, donated by Napoleon Harley-Davidson Sales & Service.

At the conclusion of the campaign, 100 finalists will be randomly selected and invited to Napoleon Harley-Davidson on October 3, 2009 for the sweepstakes' drawing. One of these 100 finalists will win the Harley-Davidson Sportster Iron 883! Finalists will be notified in advance of the drawing and must be present at Napoleon Harley-Davidson to win!

This special campaign is open to anyone who is at least 18 years of age and comes to donate blood or platelets in Hancock County and the Western Lake Erie Region.

For a schedule of upcoming blood drives and complete rules for the sweepstakes, visit hancockredcross.org or call (419) 422-9322 ext. 226.