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Member Press Releases
*To submit a press release for inclusion in this section, email news@FindlayHancockAlliance.com. The Findlay·Hancock County Chamber of Commerce reserves the right to edit any material submitted for publication in E-News.
Winter Storm Readiness Program by The American Red Cross Hancock County Chapter
Prepare your family for severe winter weather. Learn how to put together an family emergency kit, make a family plan for disasters and be informed about local severe weather disasters. The first 25 families to register at each event will receive a free Red Cross First Aid Kit and a free smoke detector. Tuesday, Nov. 29, 6PM - Hancock County Red Cross in Findlay, Thursday, Dec 1, 6PM - Arlington Municipal Building, Thursday, Dec 8, 6 PM - McComb Fire Department
For more information, visit www.HancockRedCross.org, on Facebook at HancockCountyRedCross or call 419.422.9322
ARTS PARTNERSHIP RECOGNIZES BOARD MEMBERS, SUPPORTERS AND VOLUNTEERS
The Arts Partnership celebrated its 2010-2011 programs and events at its Annual Meeting on November 17, 2011. In addition, recognition was given to its Board members, supporters, and volunteers who contributed to the success of these programs and events.
The Arts Partnership Executive Director, Leigh Esper, welcomed new associates during the meeting. Awards were presented to acknowledge individuals and businesses that were integral in supporting the efforts of The Arts Partnership during the 2010-2011 season.
City Mission hosts "Darrel the Food Barrel" Drive, has special Holiday Season Needs
The Holidays are just around the corner and The City Mission has some special needs for the season:Christmas Hams and Turkeys, Stuffing, Potatoes, Cranberries, Pies and Gravy. We are also looking for new fleece and flannel shirts for men and women (L-3XL), sweatshirts for men, women and children, stocking caps and gloves for men and women and socks for all ages. New toys, box and board games and books for children would also bless many this Christmas.
If you would like to host a "Darrel the Food Barrel" for community members to fill, contact the City Mission at 419.423.9151, or email office@findlaymission.org.
The Osmond Brothers Deliver Holiday Entertainment
The Arts Partnership, as part of the Marathon Petroleum Company Performing Arts Series, welcomes The Osmond Brothers. These legendary entertainers take the stage at Central Auditorium for their holiday show on Saturday, December 10, 2011, with two performances at 4:00 p.m. and 7:30 p.m. Tickets are on sale now by calling The Arts Partnership at 419-422-4624 or visiting www.artspartnership.com.
Gift wrap for Charity
Volunteers will be on hand on December 3rd from noon-3pm in the LaRiche Chevrolet Cadillac showroom to wrap your holiday gifts for you. Donations of $1.00 per gift will benefit Friends of Santas!
Free CE Seminar - Dementia Overview and Basics Part 1: Recognizing and Managing Cognitive Impairment and Dementia
Join us at Taylor House for a free CE Seminar for Social Workers and Registered Nurses
on December 1st from 11:30am - 1:00pm. Complimentary lunch will be served. Please RSVP by Nov.29th to 419-420-0790. www.alcco.com
Meetings to Highlight Changes to Community Foundation
The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation has announced two meetings to inform grantseekers about changes to the Community Foundation's grant application process. Local nonprofit organizations that may be interested in applying for a grant from the Community Foundation are encouraged to attend one of two meetings scheduled for Monday, December 5, at 1:00 p.m. and Wednesday, December 7, at 9:00 a.m. at The Family Center. Those interested in attending may RSVP to 419-425-1100 or sjoseph@community-foundation.com. Additional information about the changes to the grant process can be found on the Community Foundation website at www.community-foundation.com.
RED CROSS WRAPPING UP THE HOLIDAYS WITH ANNUAL SERVICE TO SHOPPERS
The Hancock County Red Cross will once again be making the holidays a little easier by wrapping gifts at the Findlay Village Mall, located across from the Mall's service desk. The Red Cross Gift Wrapping Booth will be open selected hours on weekends through December 11 and daily beginning Thursday, December 15 until the last present is wrapped on Christmas Eve.
It is helpful if customers can bring a box in which to wrap their package. This is offered for a donation to benefit Hancock County Red Cross services.
RED CROSS WRAPPING UP THE HOLIDAYS volunteers
The Red Cross is currently signing up volunteers for three-hour shifts. For more information or to register as a volunteer, visit hancockredcross.org call (419) 422-9322 ext. 1500 or e-mail arc@hancockredcross.org.
"Border Battle Blood Drive" to be Held at Blanchard Valley Hospital
Blanchard Valley Hospital (BVH) will host its annual "Border Battle Blood Drive" for the American Red Cross on Wednesday, November 30 from 6 a.m. to 6 p.m. in the conference rooms located on the first floor of the Donnell Patient Pavilion. Donors can wear their team colors and vote for their favorite team in a battle of OSU versus Michigan. To be eligible to give, your last whole blood donation must have been on or before October 5, 2011. To schedule an appointment, call Beverly Woodward at 419.423.5337 or go to www.redcrossblood.org and enter sponsor code BVH. Walk-ins are also welcome.
AdviCoach Helps Maumee Entrepreneurs Leverage the Power of Visibility
Local business expert says small investments can help retain market share
and uncover new opportunities
While the competition continues to make budget cuts in response to the prolonged economic
crunch, AdviCoach Patrick Good of Maumee says business owners now need to
stay even more visible in the marketplace to preserve their customer base and build on their market share. AdviCoaches deliver a variety of services to enhance the performance of small to mid-size businesses in any industry. To learn more about AdviCoach services in your area, please contact AdviCoach Patrick Good at (567) 686-7565 or pgood@advicoach.com or visit www.pgood.advicoach.com/about-us.aspx. For more information about business coaching services and AdviCoach, please visit http://www.advicoach.com/.
Community Foundation Awards $202,705 in Grants
The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation Board of Trustees approved grants totaling $202,705 at the November board meeting. This total includes four competitive grants totaling $177,783; one HancockREADS grant totaling $800; 10 Hancock Education Fund grants totaling $22,772; one ECLIPSe grant totaling $600; and one president's discretionary grant totaling $750.
This fourth round of grants brings the Community Foundation's 2011 grant total to $2,004,080.
Visit www.community-foundation.com or call 419-425-1100 to learn more about how the Community Foundation is helping our community.
PARK DISTRICT OFFERS NATURE PHOTOGRAPHY CONTEST
Amateur photographers are invited to participate in the Hancock Park District's 16th Annual Photography Contest. Photo submissions are due by noon on Monday, January 9 at the Hancock Park District Headquarters located at 1424 East Main Cross Street, Findlay. For more information about the Photo Contest or 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".
Flag City Water Systems' Annual Holiday Sale & Customer Appreciation Open House
ONE DAY ONLY! December 2, 2011, 8:00 am - 6:00 pm OPEN EXTENDED HOURS!
Food · Drinks · Prizes....Trade your old water softener and receive up to a $700 trade in!
We are a 2011 Sponsor of the Friends of Santa program. A portion of our profits on our sale day will go to help these families in need at Christmas. For more information: call 419-423-8082, Toll Free 800.232.7300 or info@flagcitywater.com.
25th Annual Christmas Bazaar to be Held at Birchaven Village
Birchaven Village will hold its 25th Annual Christmas Bazaar on Saturday, December 10 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. at Birchaven, Findlay. The event will feature a variety of items handmade by residents, staff, volunteers and families. Kids can also have their picture taken with Santa from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.. All proceeds benefit the activity program at Birchaven Village.
Tiffin University Degree Completion Program
Tiffin University's Degree Completion Programs offer adult learners who have already earned a minimum of 45 credits from another institution the opportunity to complete their Bachelors degree in Business Administration, Criminal Justice or Liberal Studies. Our programs are structured to minimize the demands of traditional enrollment, which often conflict with work and family life. You have your choice of attending class once each week or completing your program online.
For more information please feel free to contact Jody Strong at 419-448-3592 or visit our website at: http://www.tiffin.edu/degreecomp/welcome/
Rock at the Rink Zumba Classes
Every Wednesday night from 5:30-6:30pm at the Rolling Thunder Skating Rink, 2225 Keith Parkway, Findlay. $5 per class instructed by Carla Niese. There will be 45 min. of Zumba and 15 min. of core/abdominal work. Dance Fusion and Core classes to keep those Holidays from adding that extra 'ring' to the hips while "Ringing in the Holidays"
Discovery Story: Winter Signs
Wonder what those tracks are in your back yard and who's been eating all the berries in sight? See who's making these Winter Signs at Decembers' Discovery Story on Monday, December 5 at 10am & 1pm at the Discovery Center located at Oakwoods Nature Preserve. For children ages 3-6 with an adult companion. 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".
Project FeederWatch - Public Viewing
Come see how our Project FeederWatch program works and help us count birds at the Oakwoods' bird feeders on Wednesday, December 7 from 2:30-4:30pm and Thursday, December 8 from 8-10am. No experience necessary. Counting will take place inside the Discovery Center located at 1400 Oakwoods Lane, off West Sandusky Street off CR 144 west of Findlay. Bring your own binoculars and bird field guides if you like. 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".
Full Cold Moon Hike
Bundle up as we hit the trails for this last full moon hike of the year on Wednesday, December 7. We'll see what animals will dare to be out on a cold, December evening. Meet at Riverbend's Shelter 3 at 7pm. Please dress appropriately for the weather. Riverbend Recreation Area is located on TR 208, off SR 568 east of Findlay. For more information about this free program or other upcoming programs, view the HPD on-line calendar at www.hancockparks.com or call the HPD office at 419-425-PARK.
CANDLE LIGHT VISIT AT THE MCKINNIS HOUSE
Experience the holiday season of 1847! On Saturday December 10, participants are welcome inside the McKinnis house, which will be lit entirely by candle light, from 6 to 9pm.
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".
Wee Ones: Owls
Wee Ones: Owls program. Join us on Monday, December 12 at 10am or 1pm. Program includes a story and activities, all about owls. For children ages three and under with an adult companion. This program is held at the Discovery Center at Oakwoods Nature Preserve, 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".
Friendly giving to local food banks
Friends Business Source partners with its customer base to provide Thanksgiving turkeys to local Ohio and Pennsylvania food banks. For every $1,000.00 order, at a rate of one per customer, from November 1 through the 21, Friends donated the value of one turkey to a food bank closest to that customer. A grand total of 81 turkeys were given to food banks this season from Friends.
As a thank you to its generous consumers, Friends offered an additional $20 off their next order of $100 or more. Visit www.friendsoffice.com for more information and to discover more philanthropic opportunities.
Check out Earth Secrets for your Holiday Shopping
With the holidays quickly approaching, keep in mind that the NEW Earth Secrets in Downtown Findlay is a store with truely unique gifts, conversation pieces, something for everyone, and something for someone who has everything! . During the remainder of Nov and thru Dec 24th, they are offering 20% off rocks, gems, fossils and crystals everyday. Also, get 10- 15% off jewelry, clothing, hats, gloves and other accessories everyday. Check out discounted gift sets and gift cards for shopping made easy. In addittion, Friday Dec 9th Earth Secrets will have an open mic night until 8pm with free snacks and beverages, and join them Friday Dec. 23rd for an open mic/Christmas party with free food, beverages, and limited holiday gifts. Don't miss it!
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