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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.
Bridge Hospice Offering Volunteer Training Courses
Bridge Hospice will offer training courses for prospective volunteers beginning on Monday, July 30. The training will be held in the Wenner Conference Room at Birchaven Village, located at 15100 Birchaven Lane in Findlay, and will take place for six consecutive Mondays from 6 p.m. to 8:30 p.m. Pre-registration is required. For more information or to request an application packet, contact Julie Tiell at 419.423.5351 or jtiell@bvhealthsystem.org.
Hancock County Center for Safety & Health Children Bike Run
There will be a benefit on Saturday, Aug. 11th at The Moose Lodge, 1028 W. Main Cross St., Findlay. Bike Run starts at 12:30 pm, Raffle at 7:30pm and from 4:00-8:00pm, there will be door prizes, food and music performed by Rock & Roll Outlaws.
PRINCESSES CAN GO ON A NATURE ADVENTURE AT OAKWOODS
Let your little princess explore the outdoors in her favorite royal attire on Saturday, July 28 at 10 AM at Oakwoods Nature Preserve. Participants should meet at the "Doc" Phillips Discovery Center. Oakwoods Nature Preserve is located west of Findlay at 1400 Oakwoods Lane, off County Road 144 and West Sandusky Street. For more information about this and other upcoming programs, view the HPD Program Guide at www.HancockParks.com or call the HPD office at 419-425-PARK/7275 and "Discover Your Hancock Parks".
CASA is looking for staff or volunteers at the Flag City Balloon Fest Kids Fair
CASA is looking for staff or volunteers who are able to supervise rides and inflatables at our Flag City Balloon Fest Kids Fair. This event is at the Emory Adams Park on Friday, August 10th and Saturday, August 11th. For more information about times, please call Stephanie Stephan at 419-424-3262 or sstephan@casahc.org. See our website www.casahc.org for a list of the rides.
Community Foundation Announces Two New Trustees
The Findlay-Hancock County Community Foundation has announced the addition of two new members to the Board of Trustees. Gene Stevens and Gary Wilson will replace outgoing board members David Healy and Karl Heminger. Visit www.community-foundation.com or call 419-425-1100 to learn more about how the Community Foundation is helping our community.
Nearly New Shop Offering Extended Hours, Special Sales
The Blanchard Valley Hospital Auxiliary Nearly New Shop will be holding a special extended hours shopping day on Tuesday, August 7. The Shop will be open from 10 a.m. to 7 p.m., and all items will be 25 percent off from 4 to 7 p.m. Beginning Tuesday, July 17, all summer clothing will be 50 percent off and jewelry will be 25 percent off. Casual and career fall clothing will be featured starting July 31. The shop is open Tues., Wed. and Thurs. from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., the first and third Friday of the month from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. and every Saturday from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. All proceeds from Nearly New Shop sales benefit Blanchard Valley Hospital.
Bridge Bereavement Services to Offer "Understanding Grief" Workshop
Bridge Bereavement Services will offer a workshop for understanding grief on Monday, July 30 from 5 to 8 p.m. in the Wenner Room at Birchaven Village, 15100 Birchaven Lane, Findlay. The event is for individuals 18 years of age and older and is open to the public. Pre-registration is required. To register or for more information, call Amber Wolfrom, Bridge bereavement coordinator, at 419.423.5351 or e-mail bridge@bvhealthsystem.org.
Rib-off volunteers
The Arts Partnership is looking for volunteers at Rib off on Broad on August 3rd. If you can please talk to your employees/co-workers and ask them to help out, that would be greatly appreciated. We will take family members and friends too! For more information or to sign-up to volunteer, please contact Lindsey Bowman 419-422-3412 ext. 2 or event@artspartnership.com
Walk to end Alzheimer's: Save-the date
The Alzheimer's Association's largest event to raise awareness and finds for Alzheimer's care, support and research is scheduled for September 8th at 10:30 a.m. at Riverside Park, Findlay.
To register or find out more, visit http://act.alz.org/Findlay2012 or call the Alzheimer's Association, Northwest Ohio Chapter at 1-800-272-3900. There will be a 1 mile, 2 mile and 3 mile course; walk however much or little you want.
Blanchard Valley Regional Cancer Center Hosting
The Blanchard Valley Regional Cancer Center (BVRCC), 15990 Medical Drive South, Findlay, will be hosting three American Cancer Society Look Good Feel Better events throughout the remainder of 2012 on August 6, October 1 and December 3 from 3:15 to 5:15 p.m. in the BVRCC family room. Registration is required by calling the American Cancer Society at 1.800.227.2345. This toll-free number is answered 24 hours a day, seven days a week.
2012 - 2013 HUNTING WITH PERMISSION LOTTERY DRAWING CANCELLED & AREA CLOSED
Due to damage that was sustained the annual Hunting with Permission Lottery, conducted by the Hancock Park District and held in cooperation with the Ohio Department of Natural Resources Division of Wildlife, has been cancelled for the 2012-2013 hunting season and the Litzenberg, Heritage Trail area has also been closed to everyone for all outdoor activities until April 1, 2013. The mandatory meeting and lottery for interested Hancock County residents and land owners was scheduled to take place Thursday, August 2 inside the Activity Barn at Litzenberg Memorial Woods at 7 PM. The HPD apologizes for any inconvenience.
Garden Series: Soap Making: A Diller Family Legacy
Have you ever wondered how to make soap? Pete Diller of Diller Farms will have a presentation on how soaps, lotions, and salves are made from his family's treasured recipes. This is an adult program. The program will take place at the Litzenberg Memorial Woods Activity Barn on Tuesday, August 7 at 7:00pm. Please register with $6 per person by Friday, August 3 by calling the HPD office at 419-425- PARK/7275. Advance 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 and "Discover Your Hancock Parks".
OWLS PROGRAM AND FULL STURGEON MOON HIKE
Join us for a live owl presentation, and then we'll hit the trails of Riverbend to see if we can find any outside! The Owls program and Full Sturgeon Moon Hike will take place on Wednesday, August 1. Meet at 8pm at the Brugeman Lodge located within Riverbend Recreation Area. Diane Myers of the Black Swamp Raptor Rehab, will be presenting a program with her live owls. Great for families and those of all ages. Join us for a full moon hike after the owls program. 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.
FREE SUMMER YOGA CLASS OFFERED AT LITZENBERG
Join Melinda Williams from Open Circle Yoga and Wellness Center for a free one hour yoga class in the beauty of nature on Saturday, August 4 starting at 8:30am at Litzenberg Memorial Woods.. If there is inclement weather, the program will be cancelled. For more details, contact Melinda Williams, RYT at opencircleyoga@gmail.com or 419-427-YOGA (9642).
The University of Findlay's Earn & Learn Job Fair
You are invited to attend The University of Findlay's Earn & Learn Job Fair on Wednesday, August 29, 2012 from 2:00 p.m.- 4:00 p.m.. If you are seeking candidates to fill part time, temporary/seasonal and internship positions, you will not want to miss this event!
If you have questions about this event, please call 419-434-5338.
HANCOCK PARK DISTRICT OFFERS SPECIAL CUB SCOUT DAY
The Hancock Park District is offering an opportunity for Webelo Cub Scouts to work on their naturalist, geologist, and forester badges on Wednesday, August 8, from 9am-12pm. Registration is required by Friday, August 3. Activities will be lead by Hancock Park District naturalists and volunteers. Join us and learn about the outdoors through fun hands-on activities, games, and hikes. Space is limited, please register early. 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".
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.
Transitional Work Grant Program
The Ohio Bureau of Workers' Compensation (BWC) is now accepting applications for a new grant program designed to assist employers in developing transitional work programs that return employees to work or keep them working in some capacity following a workplace injury. The Transitional Work Grant Program provides funds for employers to design programs that personalize job accommodations for a specified time period to gradually return injured workers to their original jobs. A full list of requirements and details on applying can be found at http://bit.ly/BWCtw. Employers can email the transitional work support unit at TWSupport@bwc.state.oh.us with questions.
One-Night-A-Week Cohort - Business Management Technology, Associate of Applied Business
Owens Community College's Business Management Technology program will prepare you for entry into a corporate management-training program, mid-level management positions and/or operation of your own business. This specialized program is tailored to working professionals looking to acquire the skills and knowledge to advance in today's working environment. You can attend classes one night per week and earn your degree in a convenient setting. One of the unique benefits of this program is that the majority of the classes are offered one at a time, allowing you to focus completely on the subject matter. For more information, please contact Gary Walkowiak at (567) 661-7412 or gary_walkowiak@owens.edu.
Monarch Butterflies and More!
Monday, August 6 the Hancock Park District will offer "Discovery Story: Monarch Come Play with Me" at 10 AM, 1 PM and 7 PM at the Discovery Center in Oakwoods Nature Preserve. Programs are recommended for children ages three to six years of age with an adult companion. Other aged siblings are welcome to attend. 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".
Red Lobster is a Venue for the community
Red Lobster, 2340 Tiffin Avenue, Findlay is a venue for the community to hold meetings or programs at in their large backroom. For more information or to schedule a meeting, please call
(419) 425-5832.
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