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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.
The Heritage - Garage Sale to benefit the Alzheimer's Association
There will be a garage sale on June 28th from 9am-4pm and June 29th from 9am-1pm at The Heritage, 2820 Greenacre Drive, Findlay. This is open to the public. Questions call: 419-424-1808.
BWC Increases Funding for Safety Councils
Additional funding strengthens commitment to workplace safety and injury prevention
Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) Administrator/CEO Steve Buehrer today announced a 10-percent increase in funding provided to support Ohio's 80 safety councils, which work to increase safety awareness in the workplace and educate businesses on occupational safety and health issues. Visit www.ohiobwc.com or call 1-800-644-6292 for more information about the Safety Council Program.
Blanchard Valley Hospital HeartCare Center Renamed for Jane & Gary Heminger
Blanchard Valley Hospital is pleased to announce that the HeartCare Center will be renamed the Jane & Gary Heminger HeartCare Center. The renaming comes in tribute of the Heminger's recent donation to support cardiovascular services at BVH and in recognition of their many contributions to Blanchard Valley Hospital throughout the years.
Blanchard Valley Hospital's Woman Wise Mammography Hosting
Free Mammography Screening Day for Qualifying Women & Men
Blanchard Valley Hospital's Woman Wise Mammography will be offering free screening mammograms Tuesday, July 10 at Woman Wise located in the EasternWoods Outpatient Center, 15900 Medical Drive South, Findlay. Appointments for free mammograms are from 1 to 6:30 p.m. to those who qualify. To learn if you qualify and to schedule an appointment, call 419.423.5451 and use the keyword "Pink."
Astronomy Day & Star Party
Join the Millstream Astronomy Club for their annual event, the Astronomy Day & Star Party on Saturday, June 30 at 7pm. Take the whole family out to Riverbend Recreation Area at Shelter 5.
Riverbend Recreation Area is 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".
New First Aid App Brings American Red Cross Safety Tips to Smart Phones
The American Red Cross has launched its official first aid app, putting free and simple lifesaving information right in the hands of smart phone users. This app is the first in a series to be created by the American Red Cross, the nation's leader in first aid and emergency preparedness information. The app is free and available for iPhone and Android users. Find the app in the Apple App Store and the Google Play Store for Android by searching for American Red Cross.
To learn more about American Red Cross first aid or register for a course, visit www.redcross.org/takeaclass .
Area Students Receive BVHS Nursing Scholarships
The Blanchard Valley Health Foundation has awarded six area students nursing scholarships for the 2012-2013 academic year. The recipients were: Kara Haggerty, Jason Brunswick, Amber Feighner, Natalie Phoenix, Terri Armstrong and Tiffany Henige.
YOUTHEATRE TO CELEBRATE FINDLAY'S BICENTENNIAL
The Arts Partnership of Greater Hancock County invites you to celebrate Findlay's Bicentennial by attending Youtheatre's original production of Moments in Findlay's History. The performance is at 7:00 p.m. on Wednesday, June 27 at the John & Hester Powell Grimm Theatre in the Frank J. Egner Center for the Performing Arts at The University of Findlay. Admission is $5.00 at the door. For more information, contact The Arts Partnership Box Office by calling 419-422-4624 or visit www.artspartnership.com.
Handbags That Help Membership Deadline July 13
Handbags That Help women's giving circle members and new members who wish to participate in the annual Interest Inventory survey are reminded to submit their 2012-2013 membership contribution and registration form by July 13, 2012. The Interest Inventory is a survey
which helps determine what issues are important to the membership. The Handbags That Help women's giving circle is supported by the Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation. To join or for more information regarding Handbags That Help please contact the Community Foundation at 419-425-1100 or visit their website at www.communityfoundation.com.
Mark Your Calendar For Summer's Biggest B*A*S*H
Mark your calendar for Saturday, September 15 for the 3rd Annual Red Cross B*A*S*H, Presented by Marathon Petroleum Company. The B*A*S*H is our big end of summer party, with a theme based on the popular TV show M*A*S*H. Tickets are just $5 adults, $3 for under 12, Free for children in stroller. Military and first responders admitted free of charge. Corporate sponsorship opportunities are available and volunteers are needed. For more information, call 419-422-9322 or contact todd.james@redcross.org
Get Your Motor Runnin'
We're heading out on the highway for the 2nd Annual Ride For The Red motorcycle ride on Saturday, September 15th. Ride For The Red will begin at Thiel's Wheels in Upper Sandusky and end at the Red Cross B*A*S*H at the Hancock County Fairgrounds. All riders receive admission to the B*A*S*H. The route is 100 miles. Registration starts at 3 p.m. and the Ride For The Red begins at 4 p.m. Cost is $20 for one rider, $25 for two riders. Bring your friends and join us for a great Ride For The Red to the B*A*S*H!
The Circus Is Coming To Town!
Bring the whole family for a fun time under the big top at the Carson & Barnes Circus to benefit the American Red Cross! Come to the Fairgrounds in Upper Sandusky for two shows at 4:30 and 7:30 p.m. on Friday July, 20. Tickets are $14 for Adults and $6 for children in advance, $16 & $8 at the gate. $4 Adult discount coupons are availabe at all ticket outlets, including:
The Upper Sandusky Chamber of Commerce, The Carey Chamber of Commerce, Commercial Savings Bank in Upper Sandusky and Carey, Mid-Ohio Chiropractic in Upper Sandusky, Carey, Bucyrus and Findlay and online at www.bigtopshow.com.
Step Up to Help by Dressing Down
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. For more information, visit www.hancockredcross.org or call 419.422.9322.
An Important Discussion For Our Community
Post Traumatic Stress is a serious and dangerous condition that many veterans deal with every day. The Red Cross Armed Forces Family Network is joining with the Hancock County Veterans Services Office, the ADAMHS Board, Amvest Post 21 and The Toledo Vet Center to offer a PTS support group for veterans in Hancock County. There will be a community discussion about Post Traumatic Stress at the Armed Forces Family Network program on Thursday, July 19, 7 p.m. here at the Red Cross office, 125 Fair St. in Findlay. Please join us for this important discussion. Reservations are suggested to armedforces@hancockredcross.org.
Touchstone Awarded Lima Reineke Nissan Dealership Project
Tom & Bill Reineke, owners of several auto dealerships in Ohio, recently selected Touchstone CPM, Inc. of Lima, Ohio as its Construction Manager for its new $1.5 million service department and sales building project in Lima. The project includes a new 9,000 square foot steel building, holding a state-of-the-art service department, which is being constructed behind the existing building at 1350 N. Cable Road in Lima. The new building will be operational by August 2012.
Touchstone has the project team to exceed its clients' expectations, visit www.touchstonecpm.com for more information.
Farewell Reception being held to honor United Way CEO
The United Way of Hancock County board of trustees will host a farewell reception for Keith DuVernay, president & CEO, on Thursday, June 28 from 5-7 p.m. at the Findlay Inn & Conference Center, 200 E. Main Cross Street. DuVernay is relocating to Ft. Lauderdale, Florida to take a position as CEO for SOS Children's Villages of Florida. DuVernay has been a part of the United Way of Hancock County for more than 25 years. He served as a volunteer in many leadership roles including three terms on the board of trustees and as past board chair. DuVernay has served as the organization's president & CEO since 2001.The reception is open to the public. Refreshments will be served.
RED CROSS RESPONDS TO CHERRY STREET FIRE
A fire at a home on Cherry Street in Findlay left a family of four in need of help from the American Red Cross of Hancock County on Wednesday night. The family received aid for clothing, food, comfort kits with personal hygiene items and other immediate needs and will continue to get aid the family with 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. Contact American Red Cross Disaster Relief Fund, visit www.hancockredcross.org, text "REDCROSS" to 90999 or call (419) 422-9322 for donations.
US ARMY FIELD BAND JAZZ AMBASSADORS TO PERFORM AT RIVERSIDE PARK BAND SHELL
Start the 4th of July holiday early on Tuesday, July 3 with the internationally acclaimed U.S. Army Field Band Jazz Ambassadors of Washington D.C. The Jazz Ambassadors will continue its long history of presenting free public performances when it appears as part of the 61st Riverside Summer Concert Series at Riverside Park's Allen P. Dudley Band Shell. The performance will take place beginning at 7:30 pm with an honor guard provided by Boy Scout Troop #308 from St. Mark's Methodist Church. Listen to local radio stations for any change in venue. In the event of inclement weather conditions, the concert will take place at the First Presbyterian Church located on South Main Street in Findlay.
FREE 4TH OF JULY WATERCRAFT RIDES AT ZONTA LANDING BOAT RENTALS
Celebrate Independence Day with the Hancock Park District at Zonta Landing Boat Rentals with a free ½ hour boat rental (canoe, kayak, pedal boat). Rides will be available the entire day Wednesday, July 4. Rentals will be available first come, first served with normal business hours being observed, 1:00 - 7:00 PM, as long as weather and river conditions are conducive for opening. The boat concession phone is 419-423-1902. Additional information is available at www.HancockParks.com.
HANCOCK COUNTY RED CROSS EXPANDS JURISDICTION
The American Red Cross of Hancock County announced today that the chapter has assumed jurisdiction of the Fostoria/Seneca County Red Cross. Todd James, Executive Director of the Hancock County Red Cross, says the change will strengthen Red Cross services and programs in both jurisdictions and is part of an ongoing organizational restructuring of the National American Red Cross. In January of 2011, Hancock County assumed jurisdiction of the Wyandot County office and will continue to oversee that area also. Anyone interested in applying for one of the positions should visit www.redcross.org/jobs. For more information, please visit www.hancockredcross.org or at www.facebook.com/hancockcountyredcross.
Blanchard Valley Hospital to Host American Cancer Society Cancer Prevention Study Enrollment
Blanchard Valley Hospital has partnered with the American Cancer Society to offer area residents an opportunity to change the face of cancer for future generations by participating in the American Cancer Society's Cancer Prevention Study-3 (CPS-3). Enrollment days will be held Thursday, August 2 from 2 to 7:30 p.m. and Friday, August 3 from 7 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. in the conference rooms in the Donnell Pavilion at Blanchard Valley Hospital. To sign up for an enrollment day appointment to begin participation in the study or for more information, visit www.FindlayCPS3.org or call 1.888.604.5888.
HPD OFFERS DADDY LONG LEGS PROGRAM
Come learn all about daddy-long legs, the long-legged and often misunderstood arachnid, at our monthly Discovery Stories on Monday, July 2 at 10am, 1pm and 7pm. These programs are designed for preschool children, ages 3 to 6, with an adult companion. The Oakwoods Nature Preserve, "Doc" Phillips Discovery Center, 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 Program Guide at www.HancockParks.com or call the HPD office at 419-425-PARK/7275.
Gardening Series: An Evening with Lavender
The Hancock Park District will be offering the third program of in the 2012 Litzenberg Gardening Series on Tuesday, July 3rd at 7 pm inside the Activity Barn at Litzenberg Memorial Woods.
Ann Boyd will be demonstrating many ways to use fresh and dried lavender. Advance registration is required to attend with a $6 fee per person at the HPD office by Friday, June 29. This is an Adult Education Program. Any further information required can be obtained by calling the HPD office at 419-425-PARK/7275.
Findlay NOW-Eating for a Good Cause
Join us for Chow NOW for Charity, Wednesday July 11th at Rancho Fiesta Mexican Restaurant, 1739 Tiffin Ave, Findlay from 11:30 a.m. - 1:00 p.m. Join the staff of Findlay NOW for lunch & help your favorite local charity. A random drawing from all the ballots cast during the event will determine which charity receives the donation. All Hancock County charities with a 501C3 tax status are eligible to win. Donations range from $250 - $1,500 every month. Call for details on how your business can be a part of Chow NOW for Charity 419-420-5007 or 419-422-9284.
Red Cross Offers Tips for a Safe 4th of July
Whether at the beach or in one's backyard, follow these steps to enjoy the holiday.
The Independence Day Holiday is just around the corner and many people will visit the beach, enjoy fireworks, or fire up the grill for a backyard barbecue. Visit redcross.org/watersafetytips for water safety tips and for more information, please visit www.hancockredcross.org, join our Facebook page at www.facebook.com/hancockcountyredcross and follow us on Twitter @HancockRedCross.
Birchaven Village Hosting Living with Alzheimer's Caregiver Series Event
Birchaven Village will host a Living with Alzheimer's: The Caregiver Series event on Tuesday, July 17 from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Birchaven Village, 15100 Birchaven Lane, Findlay. The program is ideal for family members and caregivers of those with Alzheimer's disease or dementia.
The event speaker will be Lindsey Buddelmeyer who will present on the topic "What I learned personally and professionally while caring for a loved one with Alzheimer's/dementia."
The event is free and open to the public. No RSVP is required. Coffee and dessert will be provided.
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