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Westerville Farmers’ Markets Uptown Westerville Farmers’ Market: 3-6 p.m. Wednesdays, corner of North State and East Home streets, May 2-Oct. 31, www.market wednesday.com Westerville Saturday Farmers’ Market: 9 a.m.-noon Saturdays, Grove Street on Otterbein University campus, May 19-Oct. 13, www. uptownwestervilleinc.com

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Westerville Area Resource Ministry Community Prayer Breakfast 7-8:30 a.m., Westerville Community Center, 350 N. Cleveland Ave., www.warmwesterville.org

May 3

Westerville Garden Club Plant Sale: 8 a.m.-4 p.m.

May 12, Masonic Lodge, 130 S. State St., www.westerville gardenclub.com

May 11

Taste of Westerville 6-9 p.m., The Lakes Golf & Country Club, 6740 Worthington Rd., www. westervillechamber.com

Westerville Symphony presents Springtime in Paris 6:30 p.m., Nationwide Hotel & Conference Center, 100 Green Meadows Dr., www. westervillesymphony.org

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May 17

Curtain Players Theatre presents Exit the King 8 p.m. May 4, 5, 11, 12, 18, 19; 2 p.m. May 6, 20; Curtain Players Theatre, 5691 Harlem Rd., Galena, www.curtainplayers.org

St. Jude’s Discover the Dream 6-10 p.m., Columbus Zoo and Aquarium, 4850 W. Powell Rd., Powell, www.stjude.org

May 5

He’ART of Concord 5-7:30 p.m., Concord Counseling Services, 700 Brooksedge Blvd., www.concordcounseling.org

An Artful Affair 7-10 p.m., The Lakes Golf & Country Club, 6740 Worthington Rd., www.artfulaffair.info

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Creating the Illusion: Costumes and Characters from the Paramount Pictures Archive Decorative Arts Center of Ohio, 145 E. Main St., Lancaster, www.decartsohio.org

May 20

Westerville Concert Band Spring Concert 4 p.m., Westerville South High School, 303 S. Otterbein Ave., www.westervillebands.org

May 24

Party at the Creek 6-8 p.m., Alum Creek Park, 221 W. Main St., www.westerville.org

May 25

Mount Carmel St. Ann’s 4th Friday: Back to Nature 6-9 p.m., Uptown Westerville, www.visitwesterville.org

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Plant Sales Inniswood Spring Plant Sale: 9 a.m.-4 p.m. May 5, 11 a.m.-3 p.m. May 6, Inniswood Metro Gardens, 940 S. Hempstead Rd., www.inniswood.org

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Field of Heroes 24 hours a day, Westerville Sports Complex, 325 N. Cleveland Ave., www.fieldofheroes.org Inniswood Spring Plant Sale

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Westerville Lions Club Chicken Dinner 4-7 p.m., American Legion Post 171, 393 E. College Ave., www.westervillelions.org

June 4

U.S. Open Qualifier for Golf 7 a.m.-7 p.m., The Lakes Golf & Country Club, 6740 Worthington Rd., www.usopen.com

June 8

Uptown Shuffle 5:30-8 p.m., Uptown Westerville, www.westerville chamber.com

June 8-30

Ohio Senior Olympics Throughout Westerville, ohio.nsga.com

June 9

Taking Tea with Mary Elizabeth Bowser 10 a.m.-noon, Hanby House, 160 W. Main St., www.hanbyhouse.org

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Columbus Children’s Festival

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Columbus Children’s Festival 10 a.m.-4 p.m., Westerville North High School, 950 County Line Rd., www.kidslinked.com Family Concert Series 6:30-8:30 p.m. Wednesdays (except July 4), Alum Creek Park, 221 W. Main St., www.westerville.org

June 22

Community Band Festival Noon-9 p.m., Alum Creek Park, 221 W. Main St., www.westervillebands.org

Mount Carmel St. Ann’s 4th Friday: Safety Fest 6-9 p.m., Uptown Westerville, www.visitwesterville.org

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Sounds of Summer Concert Series 6:30-8:30 p.m. Sundays, Alum Creek Park, 221 W. Main St., www.westerville.org

Relay for Life of Westerville 3 p.m.-9 a.m., Westerville North High School, 950 County Line Rd., main. acsevents.org Westerville Concert Band Patriotic Concert 6:30 p.m., Alum Creek Park, 221 W. Main St., www. westervillebands.org

June 30-Aug. 4

Jazz at the Amp 6 p.m. Sundays, Alum Creek Park, 221 W. Main St., www.jazzattheamp.org

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Westerville’s Support for Blue Burns Brighter This May Mere months after the Feb. 10 lineof-duty deaths of Westerville Police Public officers Anthony Morelli and Eric Joering, the pain of their loss is still Safety deeply felt in the community. For Profile many in Westerville, blue ribbons and light bulbs are still within arm’s reach and, perhaps, on display.

Beginning Wednesday, May 9, residents and businesses will be called upon to again help “Light Central Ohio Blue” to show support for law enforcement. The initiative runs alongside National Police Week and National Peace Officer Memorial Day. Westerville Division of Police Chief Joseph Morbitzer encourages the community to use the opportunity to honor all first responders.

“My hope would be that every citizen in central Ohio shows their appreciation to first responders that week, whether it be police, fire or the hidden first responders, our communications technicians,” said Chief Morbitzer.

He reminds Westerville residents to thank neighboring community agencies as well.

“When you look at what happened in our community and the support we received from surrounding agencies, we couldn’t be more appreciative and thankful,” Chief Morbitzer said.

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Officer Anthony Morelli

Officer Eric Joering

Light Central Ohio Blue: May 9-16 National Police Week: May 13-19 National Peace Officer Memorial Day: May 15 (flags half-staff)

Bill Swank, a 29-year law enforcement veteran, began the Light Central Ohio Blue initiative after Columbus Division of Police Officer Steven Smith was killed in the line of duty in April 2016. Swank says the blue ribbons and lights are a tribute to the families of current, retired and fallen police officers.

“So much of the burden of a law enforcement officer is not just carried by him or her, but by their families,” said Swank. “(Light Central Ohio Blue) shows them that their burden is not unnoticed and is appreciated by the community as a whole” Chief Morbitzer and Swank agree that the key to showing much-needed support in the years to come is simple.

“Never forget Eric and Tony and what they stood for,” said Chief Morbitzer. “They stood for making this community a better place.”

Officers Morelli and Joering will be honored at the National Police Memorial Service in Washington, D.C. in 2019.

For more information about ways to support the Westerville Division of Police, visit www.westerville.org/westervillestrong.

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Staff Profile

Handing Over the Plans City engineers a smooth transition

Susan Banbury and Scott Tourville

Susan Banbury has left an indelible mark on Westerville. She was central in completing infrastructure development in the 941-acre area known today as Westar, she helped improve countless miles of roadways, bridges and walking paths, she has truly made an impact in the City. After 20 years of skilled service to the community, she has engineered the next stage of her life: that of well-deserved retirement.

She leaves the City in the capable hands of Scott Tourville. A longtime Westerville resident, Scott served as a Civil Engineer with the City before he took the City Engineer position for the City of Pickerington. He spent his first few months on the job working alongside Susan, reengaging in Westerville issues. Please join us in wishing Susan well and welcoming Scott back to the City.

Susan Banbury Congratulations on your upcoming retirement. As you reflect on your 20-year career with the City of Westerville, of what projects are you most proud?

When I began my career at the City, roadways and utilities were being constructed in the northwest – within the 941 acres that had recently been an10 May/June 2018

nexed by the City.

The construction of Polaris Parkway and the extension of Cleveland Avenue were underway and then opened for traffic in 1999.

The construction of County Line Road from State Street to Cleveland Avenue and subsequently to Worthington Road with its bridge over Alum Creek soon followed. It was exciting to be an integral part of the team that built the public infrastructure in this area – from what was then primarily farm fields, to what is now Westar.

I would be remiss if I didn’t mention the gateway and corridor improvements along South State Street. The relocation of the overhead utilities to underground, lane additions to reduce congestion and improve traffic flow, wider sidewalks, bikeways, signage, and landscaping has transformed it into a contemporary streetscape that better serves all modes of transportation.

of expertise and I’ve enjoyed working with many of these professionals. I’m going to miss this collaboration and, in particular, working with Engineering Division colleagues to the betterment of Westerville.

What is one of the most important lessons you learned about service to community in your time as City Engineer?

As the Engineering Division manages most of the City’s capital improvement projects, we have a lot of touch points with our residents and business leaders. Communication with the public is critical throughout all phases of a project: planning, design and construction.

What’s something the residents of Westerville should know about you and the way you approach your role as City Engineer?

I think they should know that I’ll be doing everything I can to preserve what we have, as well as make us even better. I grew up here, graduated from Westerville North, and my wife (Otterbein grad) and I are raising our family here. I will be giving every project and issue the effort required to improve our community. It’s an honor to have this position. I’m excited about the great things that are happening, and to be able to serve the community in this role is a dream come true.

What will you miss most about your time with the City?

Our City staff is comprised of people with diverse backgrounds and areas

Scott Tourville Welcome back to Westerville, Scott.

You certainly have big shoes to fill, but we know you are up for the task. What part of your new role are you most excited about?

Susan has left a legacy that will last forever; she has been instrumental in a number of improvements, especially with the improvements of Spring Road, South State Street and Worthington Road. It’s an honor to follow in her footsteps and work to continue the tradition. And to be able to do it for my hometown is the most rewarding part. Having lived here since I was a toddler, I have tremendous pride in this community and look forward to working hard to continue all of the good work by those who have gotten us this far.

It’s really exciting to be home and provide for my community in such an important way.

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Uptown Improvements Historic Uptown is no doubt the heart of the Westerville community.

As with any well-loved historic home, continued investment and care must be made to ensure it can remain stable and vibrant for future generations.

Any homeowner can attest to the ever-expanding maintenance to-do list, and Uptown’s upkeep is no different. That’s why, when considering the planned 2019 resurfacing of South State Street from Lee Terrace to Hoff Road, City staff asked Westerville City Council to consider expanding the scope to include certain recommendations from the Uptown Master Plan, which was unanimously approved by City Council and the Uptown Review Board in 2014.

“We will be working closely with the Uptown business community as a whole and individually.”

The recommendations, which include the widening of sidewalks, the improvement of pedestrian crosswalk safety and addressing ADA accessibility concerns, are necessary for the maintenance and overall walkability of Uptown.

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ments for the Uptown area,” said City Engineer Scott Tourville. “We want to make sure all of these potential improvements and maintenance activities are coordinated in the most efficient manner, to help minimize impacts to the Uptown businesses and community at large.”

The City’s goal is to get the work done efficiently to best serve businesses, residents and visitors in Uptown. The project will not involve any of the extensive utility work associated with the South State Street Improvements in recent years. However, Tourville understands that construction does not come without inconvenience.

“We are working closely with the Uptown business community as a whole and individually to answer their questions and address concerns,” he said.

In March, City Council approved a revised Uptown improvement plan.

To learn more, visit www.westerville. org/uptown.

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Economic Development Profile

Westar Place Blooms with Marriott Renaissance, Restaurants Opening

The new Renaissance Hotel, a Marriott Hotel, at 409 Altair Pkwy. in Westar Place, opens its doors this spring. Featuring 222 guest rooms, conferencing space, a restaurant and and lounge with outdoor seating looking out onto beautifully landscaped views, it’s the crown jewel of amenities in a hub of commercial activity near Cleveland Avenue and Polaris Parkway.

“This development is truly the centerpiece of the City’s strategic vision for the 62-acre City-owned business park Westar Place and a triumph of economic development planning and execution,” said Jason Bechtold, Economic Development Director for the City of Westerville.

Twenty-five years ago, the City annexed 941 acres of land in southern Delaware County, and with a subsequent investment of $30 million to extend road networks and other related infrastructure in this area, laid the groundwork for what would ultimately become Westar. Today, the district supports thousands of jobs and millions of dollars in additional tax base to support public services and schools.

Hotel General Manager Scott Starek says his staff looks forward to supporting the growing business and community needs.

“One of our cornerstones is community, whether it’s through hiring or looking for ways we can partner with the area,” said Starek.

This includes the opportunity to connect out-of-town guests with local experiences and welcome the local community to the hotel.

With a contemporary lake house décor, full catering kitchen and 15,000 square feet of indoor and outdoor event space, the hotel is set to become a sought-after venue for confer-

ences, conventions, wedding receptions and more. For more information about this event venue, visit www. renaissancewesterville.com.

All About Amenities The hotel isn’t the only exciting Westar Place area to open this spring.

Just across the street, along Cleveland Avenue, is a new Starbucks and Local Cantina, serving Mexican specialties and craft drinks. Joining soon will be central Ohio’s first Bru Burger Bar (featuring rooftop seating), a nail salon and a yoga studio.

When asked why he was interested in a parcel near Westar Place, developer Tim Spencer answers with one word, three times.

“Location, location, location,”says Spencer, the CEO of Trivium Development. “You would have to be from a different planet not to know the corner of Cleveland Avenue and Polaris Parkway. It’s like Broad and High for downtown Columbus.”

Sweetening the deal with curbside access to commuters using COTA’s Bus Rapid Transit line, CMAX, is yet another key ingredient in Westar’s recipe for success. Stay up-to-date about business development in the City by visiting business.westerville.org.

Check Your Home for Electrical Safety Hazards According to the National Fire Protection Association, approximately 50,000 electrical home fires occur each year. As May is Electrical Safety Month, the Westerville Electric Division and Westerville Division of Fire want residents to check their homes for the following common electrical safety hazards.

Appliances kept too close to flammable items It’s easy to forget while rushing through your daily routines, but make sure the areas around toasters, slow cookers, etc. are clear of bills and other paper clutter. Exposure of the heat source to these elements could spell disaster.

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Overloaded outlets According to the Electrical Safety Foundation International (ESFI), overloaded electrical circuits are a leading cause of residential fires. If you notice your wall plates become warm or change color, it’s a good sign that it’s been overloaded.

Inappropriate use of extension cords These handy tools work well in a pinch, but they can pose fire risks if left unsupervised, and they should never be used to run fans. If you find your household using extension cords often, it’s a good indication that you may need to have more outlets professionally installed in your home.

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Human Trafficking Forum Shines Light on Dark Issue Forced labor, sexual slavery or commercial sexual exploitation: human trafficking impacts many communities in the U.S., including Westerville.

Human trafficking does not discriminate in its reach. With its extensive highway system, proximity to both coasts and the Canadian border, experts say central Ohio is a prime location for human trafficking activity.

At a community forum hosted by the Westerville Division of Police (WPD) in March, community members gathered at Westerville City Hall to learn from a panel of experts how law enforcement is working to investigate and arrest traffickers, how local agencies are making a difference and how community advocacy can change lives Panel participants included Franklin County Municipal Court Judge Paul Herbert, founder of CATCH Court, Dr. Marlene Carson, a survivor of human trafficking and founder of The Switch Anti-Human Trafficking Network, Brytanni Barker and Quincy Brook from The Salvation Army and WPD Chief Joe Morbitzer. The panel was quick to point out that Westerville is not immune from this issue.

Dr. Carson said she helped eight girls in the Westerville area in the last month.

The pathways to becoming a victim of human trafficking are varied. Panel experts pointed to domestic violence, drug addiction, misleading promises of reputable work and perpetrators who “groom” victims over time as common preceding factors. Once involved, victims often find themselves stuck in a cycle of abuse, making it difficult to break free.

According to Judge Herbert, approximately 1,200 women are arrested for prostitution in Franklin County each year, 92% of whom identify as human sex trafficking victims beginning at a young age.

WPD has long committed to combating these crimes, partnering with local agencies, participating in local task forces and actively investigating potential cases in the City.

Legislation is being considered to help curb different aspects of these crimes. Westerville City Council recently adopted an ordinance to help ensure massage parlor employees are licensed, thus cracking down on potential trafficking cases. At the state level, a bipartisan bill has been introduced by State Senator Jim Hughes to make harsher penalties for solicitation, increasing fines and minimum jail time.

Panel participants encouraged residents to contact the National Human Trafficking Hotline 1 (800) 373-7888 or text “HELP” or “INFO” to 233733 to help connect victims or potential victims with help.

Watch the full video of the community forum and find more information about local efforts to help victims of human trafficking at www.westerville.org/police. www.westervillemagazine.com

Mark Your Calendars Bike Rodeo Saturday, May 5 Start times vary by age group.

See www.westerville.org for details.

FREE Recreation Program Center, 64 E. Walnut St. Before you head out to the City of Westerville Recreational Trails, bring the kids to join the Westerville Division of Police for the 2018 Bike Rodeo. Westerville Parks and Recreation staff will be on hand with the WPD with a fun obstacle course, bike registration, safety checks, helmet checks and more. Find more information online at www.westerville.org.

Household Hazardous Waste Collection Saturday, May 19 8 a.m.-2 p.m.

FREE ($1 fee for disposal of latex/water-based paints) Westerville Public Service Complex, 350 Park Meadow Rd. Residents are invited to safely dispose of hazardous household waste at the City of Westerville’s spring drive. For a full list of accepted items, please visit www.westerville.org/HHW. Party at the Creek Thursday, May 24 6-8 p.m.

FREE Alum Creek Park North, 221 W. Main St. Bring the family to enjoy Party at the Creek, a Westerville tradition. It’s a block party-style celebration inside the park, featuring explorations of nature, tours of scenic green spaces and waterways, food and fun!

Field of Heroes Memorial Day Weekend: Friday, May 25-Sunday, May 28 FREE Westerville Sports Complex, 325 N. Cleveland Ave. Join the Westerville Sunrise Rotary and community partners for the 10th annual Field of Heroes. More than 3,000 American flags wave proudly on the grounds of the Westerville Sports Complex to commemorate the Memorial Day holiday. For more information, visit www.fieldofheroes.org.

Youth Police Academy June 1 Final Application Deadline Students ages 14-18 who have an interest in law enforcement are invited to attend this hands-on, weeklong training to learn basic law enforcement principles. Get details online at www. westerville.org/police.

Summer Concert Series at the Alum Creek Amphitheater Sounds of Summer Concert Series: June 10, 17, 24 at 6:30 p.m.

Family Concert Series: June 20, 27 at 6:30 p.m.

Jazz at the Amp: June 30 at 6:30 p.m.

June kicks off an exciting season of free summer concerts at the Alum Creek Amphitheater, 221 W. Main St. Enjoy time outside with family and friends while listening to outstanding live music. Don’t miss a performance; see www.westerville.org/ parks for more information.

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CityReporter This Day in History

Westerville Residents Plan for “Sane and Safe” Charitable Holiday One hundred years ago, Westerville, like the rest of the country, was feeling the impact of World War I. While able-bodied men fought overseas, those on the home front were left to tend to important stateside jobs, such as food production.

According to the June 1918 issue of The Public Opinion, and in true Westerville spirit, residents pulled together, calling for volunteers to sign up to help farmers on a day of service, followed by a patriotic celebration, on the Fourth of July. “The more the arrangements for this safe and sane observance of

the [national] holiday develop, the greater the interest,” the article reads. The idea seemed to have gained traction in the region. As the article puts it, “Westerville, it seems, has started a movement which other cities are taking up.”

This and hundreds of other fascinating facts, materials and artifacts are on display at the Westerville Public Library’s Local History Center. Hours are Monday-Saturday, 9 a.m.-6 p.m., closed Sunday. Visit www.westervillelibrary.org/antisaloon to learn more.

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By Lydia Freudenberg Photo by Danielle Kravec of Live. Laugh. Photograph.

Goodness Gracious I Former St. Ann’s president hopes to instill her leadership style in others

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n the 1980s, Janet Smith Meeks thought her future was all planned out.

Working at a bank in her home state of Mississippi, Meeks enjoyed the finance field and was expecting her first child. But when a heartbreaking event occurred, her whole life changed.

She lost the baby to a congenital disability upon birth. Meeks fell into deep mourning, but she was thankful the hospital staff was helpful and sympathetic during the incident. These events inspired her, and just four months later, Meeks found herself working in the health care industry.

“They did so much more than meet my clinical needs. Whether it was a gentle squeeze of my hand or someone saying the words ‘I’m so sorry.’ … Those employees loved me through that time,” Meeks says.

“In the weeks that followed the baby’s death, I could not get it out of my mind, and I became convinced and, in fact, convicted that I belonged in health care.”

Meeks’ first position in health care was at the North Mississippi Medical Center as director of public relations and development. She learned fast and her leadership skills grew, which eventually led her to a job as president of Mount Carmel St. Ann’s.

Meeks retired from Mount Carmel St. Ann’s in 2015, but she’s keeping busy with hobbies, her family, her consulting start-up company, and promoting her new book, Gracious Leadership: Lead Like You’ve Never Led Before.

Gracious Leadership When Meeks was asked to give a presentation at the Ross Leadership Institute in 2016 about leading, she laid out her notes and saw the words “gracious leadership.” The talk was a success, and soon, colleagues began to ask when she’d write a book.

The writing process, which Meeks describes as natural and fun, began in February 2017. By Jan. 2 of this year, Meeks was holding a physical copy.

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“Leadership is what we are to do to get the right results, gracious is how we lead to get the right results,” she says. “I had a desire to lead these lessons for those who are leaders now and will be leaders in the future.”

With the recent sexual assault incidents in the news, she wanted to get the book out promptly, but the scandals weren’t the reason for writing. Meeks says she wanted to create a timeless, politics-free book that helps all leaders understand respect.

“No leader can guide a team to peak performance unless every person in every position feels valued, respected and appreciated,” she says. “We need this message now more than ever before. If we remain silent … then we are making a

choice to have our future leaders fall prey to toxic leadership.”

The book features conversation starters, note-taking sections and Meeks’ personal experiences. Part II of the three-part volume outlines the 13 key ingredients Meeks says every leader should have, including respectfulness, listening, accountability and gratitude.

Meeks says she hopes to create a movement from people reading the book and changing their attitudes or those around them.

“I believe we can get enough people truly jazzed and passionate about the impact that positive leadership can and does have,” she says. “I just want (the readers) to be so excited about that, that gracious leadership will become second nature.”

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A Loving Role Model Meeks’ kind, yet go-getter attitude can, in part, be attributed to her father.

Growing up in Mississippi in the 1960s, Meeks’ dad was a country lawyer who supported the desegregation of the public schools. Even after the Ku Klux Klan threated the Meeks family and burned down their barn, her father stayed true.

“My father taught us every person is to be fully respected, regardless of position, regardless of race, regardless of gender,” she says. “And every leader is to do what’s right, even and especially when it’s not popular.”

This attitude has carried on through her entire life. After she moved to Westerville in 2008, she began her presidential role at the hospital, which was then struggling with patient satisfaction. This year the facility was rated five-stars by the Centers for Medicare & Medicaid Services.

Meeks and her staff focused on areas such as making all-around expectations more clear, empowering employees with feedback and giving positive encouragement or notes of gratitude for hard work.

“I was at peace about leaving St. Ann’s because we had a fabulous leadership team that was ready to further spread their wings and soar, and the hospital was performing at peak,” she says. “And they have continued that positive trajectory.”

The Future After retiring from Mount Carmel St. Ann’s and writing her book, Meeks can spend more time with her large family, especially her husband, Richard D’Enbeau, former president of Mount Carmel New Albany. Together, they enjoy riding bikes, traveling and running their company, Healthcare Alignment Advisors, a consulting firm that helps companies strengthen their skills.

“Westerville is the best hometown ever,” she says. “We love how the people here are so friendly and the residents have such a sense of pride about the community. It’s a beautiful place to live … and it’s home.”

Meeks hopes to continue giving inspirational presentations on leadership, and that the movement will take off.

Lydia Freudenberg is a contributing editor.

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Smoked meats and rolled ice cream join the menu in Westerville

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he newest additions to Uptown Westerville’s dining scene are a study in contrasts.

On one hand, top-notch barbecue and an emphasis on Southern hospitality. On the other, a trendy new type of ice cream and an emphasis on flavor exploration.

And these are just two of the recent – and forthcoming – newcomers to the city’s restaurant line-up.

hospitality is a major point of pride there, and the staff hopes it will be remembered just as fondly by diners “PowerHouse” Barrel &Dublin Boar opened Life -its4.75” x 4.875” fourth central Ohio location in January in the heart of Uptown Westerville, in the space previously occupied by 8 State Bistro. Westerville suits the company well; owner Stan Riley, who started the company Barrel & Boar BBQ Gastropub as Yoho’s Catering in 1983, is 8 N. State St. from here. www.barrelboarwesterville.com “Casual, but upscale” is how Chris Barrel & Boar BBQ Gastropub The meticulously prepared food may be the star of the show at Barrel & Boar, but the Scarver, general manager of the Westerville restaurant, describes its atmosphere. He emphasizes its focus on genuine Lowcounlooking for a way to … try hospitality, such as by always taking the women’s orders first. install a new kitchen?

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some of the tableside barbecue sauces – original, sweet, chipotle and Carolina – are bottled, they’re made from Barrel & Boar’s exclusive recipe.

The 13-hour smoked brisket is probably the most popular item on the menu, Scarver says, with four to eight briskets coming in per day and being cut to order as soon as orders come in. The ribs aren’t far behind; the restaurant does a “buck a bone” deal on Sundays, and on its very first Sunday open, it sold 55 and a half racks of ribs.

The pork shoulder, pulled to order, and smoked wings are also big sellers. On the dessert menu, the strawberry shortcake is a customer favorite, made with strawberries, strawberry puree, fresh-made whipped cream and mint syrup.

Rollies 79 S. State St., Ste. A www.rolliesandboba.com Though taste is not to be discounted, presentation plays a central role at Rollies, from the artistic appearance of its rolled ice cream treats to the light bulb glasses customers can buy for their boba tea.

Rollies joined the local dining scene in October, taking over the former home of Chocolaterie Stam. It’s the second Rollies location; the original is in Marysville.

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Wu also own Japanese steakhouses, and have long wanted to offer rolled ice cream – which is popular in Asia, particularly Thailand, but only starting to gain traction in central Ohio.

People might be too mesmerized by the cool look of rolled ice cream, Zheng says, to realize that, compared to standard ice cream, it’s actually relatively healthful. It’s all gluten- and chemical-free, it’s full of allnatural ingredients and it contains less sugar than ordinary ice cream.

Rollies makes its cream in-house. There are standard flavors, such as chocolate and strawberry, and less conventional ones, such as matcha and taro. The shop will bring in limited-time flavors as well.

The customer chooses an ice cream flavor, watches as the ice cream is mixed in an ice pan and rolled, then can choose toppings and whipped cream to add. Or he or she can choose from a list of predetermined combinations, such as the nutty.buddy (peanut butter ice cream with Nutella, animal crackers and Reese’s Pieces), Fruity.Bam. Bam (taro ice cream with berries, gummy bears and Fruity Pebbles) or Thai.Me.Down (Thai tea ice cream, coconut shavings, animal crackers and caramel).

“We call it fresh, never frozen ice cream,” Zheng says. “It’s never frozen until you order.”

Toppings are also varied. Alongside chocolate chips, animal crackers and berries, there’s also pocky and bursting bubbles.

Rollies’ limited-time offering for May is Unicorn Fairy: cotton candy ice cream with cotton candy dust and marshmallow cream, topped with berries and more cotton candy.

Not to be overlooked is Rollies’ boba tea, commonly known in the U.S. as bubble tea. The shop offers an assortment of milk (honey, almond, honeydew, matcha, coffee, etc.) and regular (passionfruit, lychee, mango, strawberry, raspberry, etc.) teas, as well as mocktails, including a handful of virgin mojitos. For an extra charge, customers can have their drinks served in custom light bulb glasses, which they can keep afterward.

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ver find yourself admiring a work of art hanging in Java Central Café or Inniswood Metro Gardens? Then you’re probably looking at a piece of artwork produced by a Westerville Art League member.

From paintings to photos, the league dutifully decorates Westerville businesses throughout the year. And in May, it hosts its own annual judged exhibition: the Spring Show. This year, the league celebrates its 60-year anniversary with an exhibition that shows the works of current league artists in conjunction with historical artifacts of their predecessors.

“One nasty, cold Saturday, Westerville library historian Beth Weinhardt helped Treasurer Kathy Smithson and I go through some of (the library’s) archival information, and we found some ancient news clippings,” says league board member Nancy Hoffman. “It took us about four hours to go through one box, and there is still a lot more material available.”

These newspaper clippings date back to the league’s official kickoff in November 1958 and run through the late 2000s. Each clipping features either a photograph of a league member, a piece of art by a league member or a story about the league’s involvement in the community. The clippings will hang during the reception for the Spring Show, recognizing the league’s 60 years.

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Hoffman even has an article clipping from 2008 depicting the league’s 50th anniversary and that year’s Spring Show. The article quotes the ’08 league president, Ruth Smilian, who says the original purpose of the league was “to bring people together who are interested in the visual arts to further their skill in the arts, promote art in the community, and assist people interested in exhibiting and selling their artwork.”

The league’s Art in Public Places chairwoman, Judi Heston, confirms that its purpose remains true 60 years later.

“The Westerville Art League provides artists with the opportunity to display their artwork at many locations throughout Westerville through the Art in Public Places program,” Heston says. “This gives

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Hoffman stresses that artists may not be professional, per se, to join the league.

“It’s just people who love art. We have professional artists and serious hobbyists, but even a person like me, who isn’t an artist at all – just artsy – finds a place here,” she says. “We’re actively looking for members of all ages. It’s a very inclusive and welcoming group, no matter your skill level or preferred art style.”

In addition to celebrating 60 years, this year’s Spring Show is dedicated to two late members of the league: Ann Wildman and Norma Fiala. Their artwork, including Fiala’s Member’s Choice Award winning painting from last year, will be featured on the cover of the program.

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Westerville Art League’s Spring Show will be featured in the recreation center throughout the entire month of May at the Westerville Community Center.

A reception will be open to the public May 6 from 2-4 p.m.

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Tying it all Together Westerville patio provides year-round entertainment

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t started as the conversion of a screened patio into a larger four seasons room.

Robert and Margaret Young had worked with Dave Fox Design Build Remodelers to turn the rear of their Westerville-area house into something better-looking and more accessible. Upon completion of their renovation, the Youngs soon found that, while the space was much improved, the view left something to be desired.

The back yard overlooks the 18th hole of the Lakes Golf and Country Club, and the couple knew something else needed to be done to highlight this scenic view.

“The project was to continue adding on to the additional living space by building a large patio from the four seasons room to enjoy the beautiful views overlooking the 18th hole of the golf course,” says Margaret.

Originally, the back yard had a small three seasons room and a small deck to match. The only problem was that, with the new four seasons room in place, there was nowhere to sit outside, grill, and enjoy the weather and the expansive view of the golf course.

“The area right off the four seasons room was not going to be very useful

without the addition of a patio because of how sloped the yard was as well,” she says.

Dave Fox suggested the Youngs reach out to GreenScapes Landscape Co. for all their view-enhancing needs.

“Margaret had a great vision for what she wanted done,” says Marc Aubry, GreenScapes owner. “The interior project definitely inspired what was to be done on the outside with the patio.”

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“GreenScapes did a wonderful job tying into the lower level gardens also,” says Margaret.

“We really enjoy our time on the patio in all seasons thanks to the fire pit.”

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“The project was right off the driveway,” says Aubry. “We ended up doing another layer of planting to separate the driving space from the patio area.”

The yard already had a good view of the golf course, Aubry says, so GreenScapes had to position the patio in a way that would highlight it.

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“A lot of stone work was required to hold the patio up,” says Aubry. “It definitely took some more technical, detailed work because the area was on a hill.”

WesterFlora organizers are seeking gardens for this year’s tour.

Those interested in entering their gardens can pick up applications at Hoover Gardens, the Westerville Community Center or the Westerville Public Library, or apply online at www.westerflora.com. Entries will be accepted through June 23.

Members of the Westerville Civic Beautification Committee will then review all entries and select the 10 to 12 gardens that best represent landscape diversity, uniqueness and horticultural expression.

The tour takes place July 22.

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Relishing a New Opportunity The Brat Wagon is back, thanks to the Rotary Club of Westerville

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ou can’t keep a good hot dog cart down.

When the Westerville Sertoma found it would no longer be able to bring its much-anticipated Brat Wagon around to community events, the Rotary Club of Westerville bought it with the well-being of the community in mind.

“The Westerville Sertoma Brat Wagon has been around for an extremely long time and was very popular in the community,” says Rotary member John Oleyar. “Westerville Sertoma could no longer staff the wagon and wished to sell the concession unit to another community organization in hopes of creating a scholarship fund.”

After a smooth transaction and a few quick repairs, the club opened the concession unit to the public. To have a larger presence in the community, the concession unit appears at events such as Mount Carmel St. Ann’s 4th Fridays, the Independence Day Celebration, the Rotary Honors Veterans 5K Walk/Run and the city’s Tree Lighting Ceremony.

“We’ve had a great number of people volunteer within the club,” says Rotarian Ellen Cathers, who’s in charge of staffing the concession unit. “They truly enjoy working the unit. It’s very family centered.”

The unit offers hot dogs, bratwursts, Italian sausages, popcorn, potato chips and a variety of drinks. At special events such as the Tree Lighting and 5K, the unit serves hot drinks for attendees who may need warmed up.

In the future, Cathers says, Rotary may take the unit to more events, increasing its presence throughout the community.

Also, she says, the club hopes to hold more fundraisers with the concession unit to provide more scholarships, expanding upon what Rotary already offers, to the next generation of leaders in the Westerville community.

“We add in the love for our community, grill with care for our future and serve up an abundance of kindness,” says Cathers.

“This will always be a food unit and we will continue to have a presence in Westerville in the coming years.”

Laura Baird is a contributing writer. Feedback welcome at feedback@cityscenemediagroup.com.

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The Rotary Club of Westerville, which coordinates the community’s Independence Day celebration every summer, is incorporating a new component into the parade this year.

With a goal to honor local first responders, the club is calling on community organizations, businesses and nonprofits to build floats thanking first responders for their service and compassion toward the Westerville community. The club also encourages organizations to invite families of first responders to ride on the floats during the parade.

Community organizations and nonprofits can enter their floats free of charge, with others having a $100 entrance fee. For more information, visit www. westervillerotary.com.

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Rotary Club of Westerville’s Italian Burgers From club president Lisa Janszen

• 1 ½ lb. ground beef • ½ cup chopped white onion, sautéed • ½ cup Italian bread crumbs • 1 egg • 1 tsp. kosher salt • 3 Tbsp. grated parmesan cheese • 1 Tbsp. milk • 1 clove garlic, minced • 1 tsp. Italian seasoning • 6-8 slices provolone cheese (optional) • 6-8 Tbsp. marinara sauce (optional) Sautée onions, then mix ingredients together. Grill.

Can be topped with a slice of provolone cheese and 1 Tbsp. of marinara sauce each (optional).

Yields 6-8 burgers.

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Marigold Fairy Makes a Friend

By Elizabeth Dennis (reader) Marigold fairy’s job is to keep pests out of the garden, but she can’t figure out who is eating all the carrots. Early readers will want to spend time in this colorful world.

Guinness World Records: Fun with Food

By Christy Webster (non-fiction reader) From the largest bowl of cereal to the tallest cake ever, these recordbreaking concoctions will amaze early readers – and make them a little bit hungry.

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Food 52 Vegan: 60 VegetableDriven Recipes for Any Kitchen

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Locally Laid: How We Built a Plucky, Industry-Changing Egg Farm – From Scratch

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