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.   

Becky's School of Dance Performance

Becky's School of Dance will be performing on May 26th at Fostoria Performing Arts Center from 1:30pm and 6:30 pm. Tickets are$11.00 and can be purchased at the Dance Studio at 15440 US 224 East, Findlay. Our office is open Monday - Thursday from 4-8 PM. For more information, call 419-423-7423.

Graduate Excel and Accounting Skills Workshop

Bluffton University invites professionals to enroll in its Graduate Excel and Accounting Skills Workshop, which is designed to strengthen Excel skills and develop some understanding of core financial statements. Specifically, the workshop provides an introduction to business use of Excel functions and capabilities within the context of the basic needs of the manager. The workshop will meet from 7-9 p.m. Tuesdays, July 10, 17 and 24 in Centennial Hall at Bluffton University. Cost for the workshop is $125. For more information and/or to register, please contact Mary Pannabecker Steiner at steinerm@bluffton.edu or 419.358.3075.

Community Cookout & Food Drive Fundraiser

Please join us for a community cookout and help our efforts to stop hunger by

supporting our annual Independence from Hunger food drive. Monetary donation and

non-perishable food item(s) are requested. All proceeds will benefit a local food bank.

Thursday, May 24^th from 5:30 p.m. - 7:30 p.m. at The Heritage, 2820 Greenacre Drive

Findlay, OH 45840. Please RSVP to 419-424-1808 or www.theheritagehc.com by May 18.

The American Red Cross Hancock County Chapter - Armed Forces Family Network Picnic

Thursday, May 17, 6 - 8 pm at Riverside Park in Findlay - Shelter House #26

Great food grilled onsite by Texas Roadhouse, fun and games for the family and fellowship with military families in the area. There's no cost for the picnic. Reservations are requested to armedforces@hancockredcross.org or 419-422-9322 ext. 1503. More information is available at www.hancockredcross.org.

Community Gallery at the Toledo Museum of Art

The talents of artists from the Findlay area will be on display from now through July 19 in the Community Gallery at the Toledo Museum of Art. An artists' reception will be held on Friday, July 13 from 7-9 p.m. with comments and awards at 7:15 p.m. The reception is free and open to the public. Refreshments will be served. The exhibition was coordinated locally by the Red Tornado Art Gallery. For more information, contact Tamera Rooney at 419-722-7810 or trooney@redtornadopro.com.

Opening Ceremonies for The Great Race!

You are invited to attend the opening ceremonies for The Great Race on June 30th, 2012

Assemble in front of the Courthouse at 4:15 pm, ceremonies to begin at 4:30pm

Welcome drivers as they arrive in their vintage automobiles to make a pit stop on their cross-country rally! Other Activities Throughout the Day Include: Taste of Findlay, Cruise-In, Kids Activities, Art-See-Mart, and Tethered Balloon Rides! RSVP to:  lpoland@findlayhancockalliance.com

TENNIS TOURNAMENT FOR RED CROSS DISASTER RELIEF

The Findlay Tennis Association is hosting the 7th Annual Dick Schaefer Memorial Tennis Tournament June 8-10 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. Registration is $25 per person for first event, $20 for second event. Entry forms are available online at www.findlaytennisassociation.com and www.hancockredcross.org. Entry deadline is Friday, June 1. For more information, contact Dick Baker at 419-422-7575.

Go Casual for the Red Cross

Go Casual for the Red Cross is a fun way to support the American Red Cross, while building camaraderie among employees.  Participation is easy! Pick a day for your Go Casual campaign.  Then, on Go Casual day, allow your employees to purchase a Go Casual for the Red Cross sticker - you set the price for participation, but we recommend $1, $3, or $5.  All the supplies you need will be provided - stickers, posters, collection boxes and informational brochures about Red Cross services.  You just collect the donations. Do it once a week, once a month or once a year - but please, do it soon!  Go Casual for the Red Cross. For more information, visit www.hancockredcross.org or call 419.422.9322

Fun with Fossils

Advanced registration required. Become a junior paleontologist with our Fun with Fossils program on Saturday, May 19, at 2pm at the "Doc" Phillips Discovery Center at Oakwoods Nature Preserve.  This is a program for children ages 6-9 only and their adult companion.  Register with $3 per child by Wednesday, May 16. Oakwoods Nature Preserve is located west of Findlay at 1400 Oakwoods Lane, on County Road 144 and West Sandusky Street. For more information about this and other upcoming programs, visit www.HancockParks.com or call the HPD office at 419-425-PARK and "Discover Your Hancock Parks".

Telescopes 101

Don Trinko, of the Millstream Astronomy Club will be presenting a program on telescopes for beginners on Saturday, May 19 at 9pm.  He'll talk about all the different types of telescopes and telescope mounts if you are just starting out.   Bring the whole family to Shelter #5 at Riverbend Recreation Area located off SR 568, east of Findlay at 16618 TR 208, Findlay, OH  45840. 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 and "Discover Your Hancock Parks".

The Lily Family

We'll be having an open house on The Lily Family on Sunday, May 20 from 1-4pm.  The open house will take place at the Oakwoods Nature Preserve, inside the "Doc" Phillips Discovery Center located at 1400 Oakwoods Lane, off West Sandusky Street off CR 144 west of Findlay.  Lilies and trilliums are a part of this family, but did you know that onions and garlic are, too?  Come see some examples of this family and which ones might be found in this area. For more information about 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".

QUILTING BEE TO BE HELD AT MCKINNIS HOUSE

The Hancock Park District is offering the program "Quilting" on Sunday, May 20 at the McKinnis House. This free public program will focus on quilting and begins promptly at 1:30pm and lasts until 4:30pm. 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 visit 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: Flower

Join us at this month's Wee Ones - Flowers which take place on Monday, May 21 at 10am and 1pm.  It's recommended for children three years old and under with an adult companion.  Other aged siblings are welcome to attend.  Program includes a story, activities and a craft all about flowers.  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 view www.HancockParks.com or call the HPD office at 419-425-PARK and "Discover Your Hancock Parks".

Summer 2012-Camp Glen

Resident Camp, Day Camp, Swim lessons....weekly sessions starting June 24^th. Register now at www.campglen.com or call 419-447-7459. More information can be found on adventure@campglen.com

Community Foundation Announces Grant Deadlines

The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation has announced that letters of intent for the next competitive grant cycle are due Friday, July 6. All potential grant applicants are required to submit a letter of intent no less than sixty (60) days prior to the grant application deadline. The next competitive grant application deadline is Friday, September 7 for review at the November board of trustees meeting. Grant proposals are reviewed four times a year by the Community Foundation board of trustees. Additional information and application forms for these and other grant programs are available at www.community-foundation.com. If you have questions regarding Community Foundation grants or deadlines please contact Julie Brown or Kimberly Bash at 419-425-1100.

2012 Flag City July 4th Parade

You are invited to join the parade on July 7, 2012 (Saturday) at 11:00 AM on Main Street from Marathon to Hancock Co. War Memorial. There is no charge for floats in the parade. All floats are highly encouraged to display the American Flag. For any questions, please call Kevin Lok at (419) 294-7037 or Roger Neff at (419) 306-9567. Return the Entry Form preferable by June 30. Kevin Lok, C/O Mid Ohio Chiropractic & Acupuncture, 239 South Main Street Findlay, Ohio 45840

The Estates at The Heritage & The Legacy at Heritage Estates OPEN HOUSE

Sunday, May 20th from 1:00 - 3:00 p.m. Be sure to sign up for the door prize during your visit.

See how good life can be - join us at our Open House to learn more about the amenities and services offered in our Assisted Living Residence and Memory Care Neighborhood - The Legacy.

419-424-1808 * 2820 Greenacre Drive Findlay, OH 45840 * theheritagehc.com

Grand Reopening of Grand Court Findlay

Please join us for refreshments, entertainment and community tours as we celebrate the Grand Reopening of Grand Court Findlay. Get a first-hand look at upgrades and improvements throughout the community and see why Grand Court Findlay is better than ever. Make plans now to be here! Thursday, June 7 from 4 to 6 p.m.. RSVPs: Contact April Mangett at (419) 619-5746 or amangett@brookdaleliving.com by June 5.

ANNUAL PETER RABBIT TEA OFFERED

The Hancock Park District offers its 12th Annual Beatrix Potter Tea featuring the story "The Tale of Mrs. Tiggywinkle" 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 4 and also offered at 9:30am, 11:00am and 1:00pm on Tuesday, June 5 at Litzenberg Memorial Woods, McKinnis House. The program is specially designed for children ages 4-6 years old and their adult companion.  Please register by Thursday, May 31, with $2 fee per person, space is limited and fills quickly. Visit www.HancockParks.com or 419-425-Park for more information.

Summer Sizzle Kick-Off! 

On behalf of Prince JerBear and his friends at the Findlay Village Mall you have been cordially invited to attend a Summer Sizzle Kick-Off Party on June 9, 2012 at 2:00pm. Advanced Registration Required. Stop by Guest Services in the Findlay Village Mall before June 6th to

book your seat for a mini-vacation party. Wear your best beach attire & show that you are dressed for success. Each child must be accompanied by an adult. $2.00 Per-Person (Pre-Registration Required) LIMITED to the first 100 to register. Please visit www.ShopFindlayVillageMall.com for the latest information.

2012 W.R.I.T.E. Grant Winners

Friends Business Source (FBS) selects five educators to receive $1200 in grant monies for school supplies from their 2012 catalog through their "We Reward Innovative Teaching Endeavors" (W.R.I.T.E.) Grant Program. The winner of the $500 grant in school, classroom and office related supplies is Jill Radler, 7 through 12 grade Special Education Intermediate Autism teacher at Ottawa-Glandorf High School in Ottawa, Ohio and employed by the Putnam County ESC. The W.R.I.T.E. Grant Program is an annual grant awarded to current teachers who apply. It is not a program associated with any government or public entities. For more information, please click http://friendsbs.com/schools/2012-w-r-i-t-e-grant-winners/ or call Ashley Barger at 800.427.1704 ext. 1127.

HPD OFFERS SATURDAY BIRD MONITORING PROGRAM

Saturday, May 19, join Bob Sams, Natural Resource Assistant, at 8AM at Oakwoods Nature Preserve to help conduct a Bird Diversity and Population Census. Participants should meet near the "Doc" Phillips Discovery Center in Oakwoods Nature Preserve. This is an Adult Nature Education program (min. 18 years).  No registration required.  For more information about other upcoming programs, view the HPD Program Guide at www.HancockParks.com under the "What's New" section or call the HPD office at 419-425-PARK/7275 and "Discover Your Hancock Parks".

ZONTA LANDING BOAT RENTALS OPENS FOR THE 2012 SEASON - SATURDAY, MAY 26

Hancock Park District's Zonta Landing Boat Rental Concession opens for the 2012 season Memorial Day weekend Saturday, May 26 through Monday, May 28.  Normal hours of operation at the boat livery are weekends and holidays, 1 to 7pm, through Labor Day, Monday, September 3. A 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 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.

Dueling Pianos Fundraiser for Special Kids Therapy

A fundraiser for Special Kids Therapy is being held Friday, May 18^th at Hancock Agency on Aging, 339 E. Melrose, Findlay. Doors open at 7pm and music starts at 8pm. Tickets are $20.00. Reserved table of 6 is $150.00. For tickets call 419-422-5607. One ticket per person.

RED CROSS AIDING CENTER STREET FAMILY

A Findlay family is receiving help from the American Red Cross Hancock County Chapter following a fire in their Center Street home on Tuesday. The Red Cross will continue to aid the family with help for immediate needs and information, resources and referrals for their long term recovery. All Red Cross disaster relief is provided free of charge, thanks to the generosity of the American people. If you'd like to make a donation to the American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund, visit www.hancockredcross.org, text "REDCROSS" to 90999 or call (419) 422-9322.

The Arts Partnership needs some more community volunteers for Boogie, Winefest, and Ribfest !