There is no cost to attend.  Please bring plenty of business cards and an item from the wish list below to be donated to the Humane Society of Hancock County.
 
RSVP: 

Email rsvp@greaterfindlayinc.com or call 419-422-3313.
Reservations are required. Seating is Limited.

 

 

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05.25- Going "above and beyond": The Power of the Personal Touch

           *Customer Service Focus*
06.15- 10 Steps to Completely Satisfied Customers

           *Customer Service Focus*
06.29- Time Management
07.20- Recognition and Rewards
08.10- Hire to Win
08.24- Team Building
Last one held in conjunction with Career Expo - Communicating Effectively

 

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Join the Hancock Park District for "Outdoor Cooking 101" at 7 p.m. on Saturday, May 22, in the campground at Riverbend Recreation Area. If you enjoy background barbecuing or camping, this is the program for you. Various ways of cooking outdoors will be explored, using camp stoves, charcoal, and campfires. Featured recipes will include foil meals and pie iron cuisine that can be created in anyone's backyard. Samples of the food will be provided. Please dress for the weather and bring a lawn chair. Register at the HPD office with check by Tuesday, May 18 with $2 per person. Checks or exact change accepted.

Extend your evening in the park by staying for an astronomy program at 9pm presented by the Millstream Astronomy Club in shelter 5. Stargazing will be held if the weather permits, and Don Trinko will present "Telescope Basics." 

Riverbend Recreation Area is located off State Route 568, east of Findlay at 16618  Township Road 208. 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". 
 
 
The Black Heritage Library & Multicultural Center's "28th Anniversary Celebration & Honorary Awards Banquet and Fundraising Benefit"

Co-Sponsored by the Agency on Aging
Featuring: Franco Harris - Pittsburgh Steelers Hall of Fame Running Back
Where:  Agency on Aging (The Senior Center)339 East Melrose Avenue Findlay, OH 45840
Date and Time: May 27th, 2010 @ 6:00 PM
Cost: Adults $35 Students & Seniors $25
FOR TICKETS & INFORMATION CONTACT: (419) 423-4954 or (419) 957-0590
Tickets can be purchased at the Agency on Aging
Tickets/Reservations no later than May 23rd
 
TENNIS ASSOCIATION PLANS TOURNAMENT FOR RED CROSS DISASTER RELIEF

The Findlay Tennis Association is hosting the 5th Annual Dick Schaefer Memorial Tennis Tournament June 11 - 13 at The University of Findlay Russ and Peg Armstrong Sports
Complex, 1600 N. Blanchard in Findlay. All proceeds from the tournament will benefit disaster relief services of the American Red Cross Hancock County Chapter.
 
The Tournament will feature 3.0, 3.5, 4.0 & Open Divisions, Men & Women Singles & Doubles & Mixed Doubles and Seniors Mix & Doubles (60 and over). The format will be maximum assigned court guarantee: 2-match play per event, USTA Rules/3rd Set Exception (past 10-point tie-breaker format). Prizes will be awarded to Main Draw Bracket tournament champions
 
The tournament is held in memory of Dick Schaefer, a long-time Red Cross Disaster Action Team volunteer. "Dick was an active member of our association and a long-time volunteer with the Red Cross. He loved playing tennis and he loved the work he did with the Red Cross, helping people affected by disaster. This is our way of honoring him and his service, by helping the Red Cross carry on the work Dick believed in," says tournament co-chair Ken Bahler.
 
There will be a Skills Tune-Up Clinic with the University's tennis coach Tomas Menec at noon Friday, June 11, for a $5 donation. Opening ceremonies will be held at noon Saturday, June 12. There will be a silent auction and door prizes for players. Players can also have their racquets restrung on site, with proceeds benefiting The University of Findlay tennis team.
 
Registration is $20 per person, per event, and includes a T-shirt or visor for the first 100 registered players. Entry forms are available online at findlaytennis.com and hancockredcross.org. Entry deadline is Friday, June 4.   
 
For more information, contact Co-chairs Ken Bahler at 419-424-0077 or Dick Baker at 419-422-7575.  
 
American Red Cross to Hold Annual Meeting
The American Red Cross Hancock County Chapter will hold its Annual Meeting and Volunteer Appreciation Dinner Thursday, June 10 from 5:30PM at the Hancock County Agency of Aging at 339 East Melrose Avenue.
 
The Chapter will present information on its activities during 2009, hold elections for new members to the Board of Directors and recognized outstanding volunteers and community supporters during the meeting.  A buffet dinner will be provided and there is no cost to attend. 
 
The annual meeting is open to all persons who make a monetary contribution  or perform volunteer service to the American Red Cross. Those interested in attending the meeting should RSVP Tracy Susko at 419-422-9322 ext. 227 or suskot@hancockredcross.org by June 3.
 
 
MILITARY FAMILIES SPONSORING MEMORIAL DAY BLOOD DRIVE

The Hancock County Red Cross Armed Forces Family Network is sponsoring a blood drive on Thursday, May 27 1PM - 6PM at the American Red Cross Findlay Blood Donor Center, 1100 Croy Dr., Suite D. 
 
Nichole Coleman, coordinator of the Armed Forces Family Network, says the members are sponsoring the drive in recognition of the Red Cross' role in providing support to the military.  "Red Cross Blood Services began in World War II, collecting blood to help save the lives of soldiers and sailors fighting for our country.  The members of our Network want to honor that service this Memorial Day by helping us collect the blood needed to save lives today in Hancock County and Northwest Ohio."
 
Individuals who are 17 years of age (16 with parental permission in some states), meet weight and height requirements (110 pounds or more, depending on their height) and are in generally good health may be eligible to donate blood.  Please bring your Red Cross blood donor card or other form of positive ID when you come to donate.
 
The Red Cross recommends making an appointment to donate blood, but walk-ins are welcome.  To schedule an appointment, visit www.hancockredcross.org or call 800-GIVE LIFE.
 
RIVERSIDE LANDING BOAT RENTALS  OPEN FOR THE 2010 SEASON - SATURDAY, MAY 29

Hancock Park District's Riverside Landing Boat Rental Concession welcomes visitors as it reopens for the 2010 season the weekend of Saturday, May 29 through the Memorial Day holiday.  Park visitors are invited to tour "Down by the Old Mill Steam" to see wildflowers and wildlife along the banks of the historic Blanchard River.  The Park District makes watercraft rentals available to give area residents and visitors the opportunity to enjoy the Blanchard River through the concession located in the City of Findlay's Riverside Park along the waterfront.  Renting canoes, paddle boats, and kayaks to the general public.  New to the watercraft fleet this year, four 17' fiberglass canoe                                                                                                                           

Boat livery operations are open weekends and holidays, 1 to 7pm through Labor Day, September 6. In the event of high water or hazardous conditions, the concession may be closed at the discretion of the HPD staff.  Launch times at Riverside close at 6pm for one-hour rentals and 6:30pm for half-hour rentals. Interested renters should keep in mind that rentals for all watercrafts are accepted on a first come, first serve basis. 

Rental rates for all types of watercrafts, with a complete outfitting of life jackets and paddles, are set at $5.00 per half hour rental period during regular open hours. Other rates and details for special features include all day canoe float trips, company picnics/family reunions, and group rentals after hours can be obtained and arranged by contacting the HPD office during open hours, Monday through Friday, 8am - 4:30pm.  Arrangement for groups must be confirmed through the HPD office at least one week in advance with fees paid at the HPD office.  A $1.00 discount coupon can be downloaded on-line at www.HancockParks.com  under the Recreation session and redeemed at the HPD concession during regular open hours. 

For additional information regarding boat rentals, facilities or activities of the Hancock Park District contact the HPD office located at 1424 East Main Cross Street, Findlay, or call 419-425-7275 during open hours, M-F, 8 am - 4:30 pm or the Riverside Landing Boathouse, during open hours only, at 419-423-1902.
 
ANNUAL PETER RABBIT TEA OFFERED  AT THE MCKINNIS HOUSE

The Hancock Park District offers its 10th Annual Beatrix Potter Tea featuring the story "The Tale of Mrs. Tittlemouse" as read by Beatrix Potter, portrayed by HPD staff Casey Lauger. Times are available at 9:30am, 11am, 1pm, 2:30pm and 4pm on Monday, June 7th .The program will also be offered at 11:00am and 1:00pm on Tuesday, June 8th at Litzenberg Memorial Woods, McKinnis House.  

Beatrix Potter authored the "Peter Rabbit" series and was also a marvelous artist and naturalist.  After her story is read, "tea" will be served in the 1847 historic McKinnis House, followed by a garden time where participants will meet a character from the story and participate in activities relating to the plot of the story.

The program is specially designed for children ages 4-6 years old and their adult companion.  One adult is required for every two children, with no other aged siblings permitted.  Please register by Tuesday, June 2nd with $2 fee per person, space is limited and fills quickly.  Your reservation is not confirmed until program fee is paid.

Litzenberg Memorial Woods located at 6100 US 224, 6 miles west of Findlay.  The site is handicap accessible with restrooms available inside the Activity Barn. 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".
 
"What is a gourd" program offered by HPD

Hancock Park District will be kicking off their 2010 public, summer program schedule with a program from their "Litzenberg Gardening Series" which includes a total of four gardening topics this year.  A program entitled "What is a gourd?" will take place Tuesday, June 1 at 7:00pm at Litzenberg Memorial Woods.
Anna Miller from Quarry Farm Gourds, near North Baltimore, will be our presenter.  Miller grows approximately one acre of gourds each year with another local grower through hand pollination to produce true-to-type gourd seeds.  Her presentation will discuss what gourds are, their uses, and how to grow them successfully. She'll discuss and show a variety of gourds, and to how to clean and turn them into useful and decorative objects.  Slides will be shown highlighting her gourd-growing operations and examples of crafted gourds will also be provided.
Advance registration is necessary to attend by contacting the HPD office, located at 1424 East Main Cross Street, Findlay with a $5 fee, per person by Friday, May 28. Each participant will receive a gourd plant to take home.  Light refreshments served. 

Other topics and dates for the remaining 2010 Litzenberg gardening programs include: July 8 - "I'm making an old fashioned garden", August 3 - "Little harvest gardens", and September 14 - "Circle of friends wreath gathering". Further details are available at www.HancockParks.com or by calling the HPD office at 419-425-PARK/7275.  

Litzenberg Memorial Woods is located at 6100 US 224, 6 miles west of Findlay.  The site is handicap accessible with restrooms available inside the Activity Barn. For more information about other upcoming programs, view the HPD Seasonal Guide at the HPD website. "Discover Your Hancock Parks".
 
 SUMMER FOOD SERVICE PROGRAM- GLENWOOD MIDDLE SCHOOL CAFETERIA

1715 NORTH MAIN ST FINDLAY, OH
MONDAY - FRIDAY
JUNE 7 - JULY 30, 2009

�� SERVING TIMES: 11:30A.M.TO 12:30 P.M.
�� LUNCHES ARE FREE FOR AGES 1-18
�� ADULT PRICE $2.45
�� LUNCH WILL NOT BE SERVED ON
JULY 5, 2010
�� CALL 419-423-8687 FOR INFORMATION

**The 2010 Summer Food Service Program will also include a Hancock Co Community Foundation funded Summer Smart Lunch Series literacy program on Mondays and Wednesdays and the Findlay-Hancock Co Public Library Bookmobile
one day per week! Summer Food Service Program 2010 presented by: Findlay City Schools & Hancock Co Family First Council, with sponsorship from Student Fundraising & Findlay Area Civitan.
The Summer Food Service Program also includes educational programming from: OSU Extension, The Arts Partnership, Findlay City Health Department, Family Resource Centers, CampFire USA, Job & Family Services, Girl Scouts, Ohio Benefits Bank (from United Way and Community Action Commission), Ohio Consumers Council, and the Community Partnership (Paragon the Pig).
 
Findlay Inn & Conference Center

Findlay Inn & Conference Center is excited to announce the recent hiring of Jenine Gallagher as our Front Desk Manager. She brings to us a broad array of talents including great customer service, organizational skills and a warm and friendly demeanor.
We hope you all welcome her in her new position.
Sincerely,
Gina Orpurt
Sales & Marketing Manager
 

The Hancock County Mammography Screening Initiative (HCMSI) is a new program that will provide free screening mammograms to low- to middle-income men and women in Hancock County.

To qualify for the program, men and women must meet eligibility criteria related to age, breast cancer risk, household income, and health insurance coverage or a lack of health insurance.

For specific eligibility criteria or more information, call the Breast Health Nurse in EasternWoods Outpatient Center's Woman Wise Mammography department at (419) 425-3170 or visit www.bvhealthsystem.org and search for HCMSI.
 HCMSI is funded by the Northwest Ohio Affiliate of Susan G. Komen for the Cure and The Community Foundation. The program is supported by Blanchard Valley Hospital, Woman Wise Mammography, and Imaging Consultants of Findlay.
 
Open House Scheduled for Hancock County Center for Safe & Healthy Children

The Hancock County Center for Safe and Healthy Children will be hosting an open house to celebrate their new location. The event will be on Tues., June 1 from 4-6 p.m. at 322 South Main  St. Refreshments will be served with cookies donated by Bread Kneads and coffee donated by Coffee Amici. A ribbon cutting ceremony will be held with the GreaterFindlayInc's Chamber of Commerce Ambassadors.

The Center, which was formed in 2004, is a nonprofit organization whose mission is to minimize the trauma experienced by child abuse victims by providing a child-friendly facility where representatives from Findlay Police Department, Hancock County Sheriff's Department, Hancock County Job and Family Services, McComb Police Department, Family Resource Centers, Hancock County and Findlay City Schools, Blanchard Valley Hospital, and the Hancock County Prosecutor's Office convene to investigate, treat, prosecute and prevent child abuse cases.

The representatives from those agencies, and two community members, make up the 11 person board.
The Center's focus is to better serve child abuse victims, however, the coordinated efforts of the investigative teams and the comprehensive treatment of child abuse victims resulted in a 9% increase in the number of cases referred for prosecution in the first year of operation.  It is believed that working as an investigative team and coordinating treatment for victims have the unintended result of better cases for prosecution. 

For more information about the Center or regarding the open house, call  419-425-1475.
 
DEADLINE APPROACHING FOR HPD SUMMER DAY CAMP REGISTRATION

The Hancock Park District is offering exciting and educational opportunities for youth to explore nature and history this summer. Campers are still being accepted for Budding Naturalist Camp and Pioneer Camp. Register by Monday, June 7, with $25 per child. Space is limited. Register at the HPD office, located on 1424 E. Main Cross Street, Findlay.
Budding Naturalist Camp is being held, June 15 & 16, from 9am - 1pm.  Young children, 6 -8 years old, won't want to miss exploring the outdoors at Oakwoods Nature Preserve.  Become a tracking detective this year as we highlight animal tracks and signs.  Activities, crafts and games will be about tracks and how we know animals have been there. 
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ioneer Day Camp is being held, June 15 & 16, from 9:30am - 1:30pm.  Campers, 9-12 years old, get a taste of pioneer life in the 1800's as they learn pioneer skills, chores, and play 19th century games during this two day camp at Litzenberg Memorial Woods.  This year's camp theme will be "Exploring the Past." Campers will get a chance to make their own wooden boat and go on a treasure hunt for lost pioneer treasure.

Campers are provided with morning snacks, but are asked to bring a packed lunch. Each participant will take home a HPD Summer Camp backpack.

Registration forms are available at the HPD office or can be downloaded from the HPD website. Camp fee is required at the time of registration. No refunds will be given. For more information about summer camps and 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".