Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce To create a positive environment for the development and success of business
Business Monthly August 2012
Progress Through People
Issue 14
Arts in the Alley Parade names Schmitt as Grand Marshal “Happiness is” is the theme for this year’s Arts in the Alley Parade and this year’s Parade Marshal could not be more fitting to represent happiness. Joy Schmitt, from The Little Theater Off Broadway, will be the Grand Marshal of the Parade, which kicks off on Saturday, Sept. 15 at 9:30 a.m. at the intersection of Southwest Boulevard and Broadway. “I think it’s cool,” Joy said. “It’s a nice honor. It’s always been fun doing things in Grove City, it’s a nice little town. People here are very friendly.” Joy, who created and runs the Junior Theatre classes at the LTOB, has been a resident here for 25 years and has been acting all of her life. She has a passion for working with kids and has had 15 foster children, as well as three sons, one daughter, and eleven grandchildren. “I’ve loved working with all my Junior Theater kids; they are all such good kids. There are still a lot of kids who call me ‘mom’. They will see
Jim Keating set to announce Arts in the Alley Parade The Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce is proud to announce that Jim Keating will be narrating this year’s Arts in the Alley Parade. Keating has previously worked as the announcer at the Grove City Christian School for basketball, soccer, and football games. His announcing career began in 2001 when he was approached by the Athletic Director of the GCCS about his interest in announcing a basketball game. And from there he moved to soccer and football. Keating’s interest in sports goes back many years as he spent more than fifteen years as a basketball and soccer referee. It was through refereeing that he came into contact with the athletic director. This will be the first time that Keating has announced a parade, and he’s ready for the opportunity. “I’m really looking forward to it,” he said.
Joy Schmitt, Parade Grand Marshal
me on the street and yell ‘Hi mom!’” she said. Joy and her husband Jim enjoy living in Grove City and several of their kids attended Grove City High School. The events that they enjoy the most about the city are the Farmers’ Market, the Friday Night Summer Sizzle Concerts and the Arts in Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce the Alley. 2012 Arts in the Alley Sponsors Joy is always optimistic and enjoys life, just like Presenting Sponsor: the kids that she teaches. “You have to have the mind for kids to work with them, you can’t grow Platinum Sponsors Bronze Sponsors up,” she said. “When Mount Carmel Health Furniss Corporation you start thinking like an System McDonald’s adult, you start criticizWal-Mart Distribution Plank’s on Broadway ing kids. Life is a joke anyways Rieser Brothers Body Above: Scenes from 2011 Arts in the Alley event. Gold Sponsors so you Shop might as Berger Health System Arts in the Alley Following the parade, two comedies and two Schoedinger-Norris well enjoy the Arts in the Alley dramas. OhioHealth 2012 Entertainment WesBanco Bank it. There is festival will take place The parade is hosted Shawan-Marquis Wright Graphic Design no reason Schedule from 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. by The Grove City Area Agency not to be and continue on Sunday, Chamber of Commerce Schedule is subject to change happy.” Sept. 16 from 11 a.m. to in partnership with the Copper Sponsors Silver Sponsors LTOB is 5 p.m. Grove City Girls’ Club. Bob Evans located in Amity Care Home Saturday For questions and The parade will start, Buckeye Beverage Bay the heart Health Services/Mon11 a.m. GCHS Marching Band further information, conrain or shine, at the of downterey Care Center (East of the Library on Grove City Veterinary corner of Southwest Bou- tact the Grove City Area town Grove levard and Broadway. It Park Street) Hospital Chamber of Commerce City of Grove City City and 11:45 a.m. Bits and Pieces at (614) 875-9762 and to will head south and then Hirth-Norris & Garrison Columbus West Park puts on six 12:45 p.m. Mark Wade, Kids register to your organizaeast on Columbus Street, Sound Goddard School shows per Ventriloquist (Pavillion tion for the parade visit where it will finally Communications season; two disperse at Park Street Jackson Township area) www.gcchamber.org. musicals, 1:30 p.m. Touch of Class Intermediate School. Telhio 2:30 p.m. Nashville Country Band 4 p.m. Injun Parts 5:30 p.m. Linda Dachtyl B3 Trio 7 p.m. “Swing’s The Thing” • Spotlight on Business: Farmers’ Market Last Farmers’ Market Big Band Panera Bread Aug. 16: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Sept. 8: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., United Garage Downtown Grove City Downtown Grove City Sunday Smoothie King 11 a.m. TBA Auto Collision Ribbon Cutting Arts in the Alley Parade 12:30 p.m. Vinyl Revival Women’s Civic Club Aug. 23: 5:30 to 7:30 p.m., Sept. 15: 9:30 a.m., 2 p.m. Excelsior 2401 Stringtown Rd. SW Blvd. and Broadway • Family Fun Day Recap 3 p.m. Show Awards • Pictures from Chamber events Farmers’ Market Arts in the Alley Aug. 25: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Sept. 15: 10 a.m. to 9 p.m., …And much more Downtown Grove City Downtown Grove City All entertainment will be at The Farmers’ Market Arts in the Alley Visit the Chamber at Heartland Bank Entertainment Stage Sept. 1: 8 a.m. to 12 p.m., Sept. 16: 11 a.m. to 5 p.m., located west of City Hall on Park Downtown Grove City Town Center Street.
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Leafy Greens: Top 10 List To encourage you to toss a few more greens into your menu, here is Leafy Greens Top 10 list of leafy green goodness! 10. Iceberg Lettuce: It’s green and goes “crunch.” That’s all I’m giving iceberg lettuce, unless you add spinach, then I may break down and call it a salad. 9. Cabbage: Cooked, shredded, stir-fried or fermented: no matter how you cook it up, you’ll still get gas. However, this lowly, cruciferous workhorse is packed with vitamin C and is a great source of cancerfighting compounds. 8. Red and Green Leaf Romaine Lettuce: What’s green and fits on a sub? Romaine is a great transition lettuce for those who can’t go cold-turkey from iceberg. Plus, it’s the perfect size for the perfect sub sandwich! Tell me there isn’t a “Plan.” Leaf lettuce has a softer touch, but a healthier punch, knocking romaine and iceberg out with Vitamin A and folates. These leafy contenders come in at 10 calories per cup, sans the drenching of creamy goodness. 7. Broccoli: Why yes, it is a leafy green vegetable. This sneaky stalk of leafiness is rich in vitamin C, vitamin A, potassium, and folate. And, you still get gas! It’s a deal. Americans eat about 6 pounds of it a year, most of which is eaten with equal parts of melted cheese. Don’t judge. 6. Mustard Greens: Stands out as the Belle of the Southern Greens Ball. Her scalloped edges, red and green dresses bring spark and spice to the plate. Add a little vinegar or lemon juice to soften her spicy step, but still allow the nutritional highkick! Mustard Greens provide a significant amount of Protein, Thiamin, Riboflavin, Niacin, Iron and Magnesium, and a very good source of Dietary Fiber, Vitamin A, Vitamin C, Vitamin E (Alpha Tocopherol), Vitamin K, Vitamin B6, Folate, Calcium, Phosphorus, Potassium, Copper and Manganese. Cooked mustard greens have 10 calories in one-half cup (Without the ham hock). B20 calories per serving; packed with vitamins A and C, as well as folate. Popeye knew what he was doing! The question revolving around our dear spinach is
whether or not it is more nutritious cooked than raw. The answer is, yes. Heat reduces the greens’ oxalate content, freeing up its dietary calcium. Simply rinse the spinach, and quickly steam it in the remaining water. I do not believe warm bacon dressing counts as cooking. But, a girl can dream… 4. Swiss Chard: This is my husband’s love language. With lovely red stems, slender stalks, and highlighted leaves, it’s amazing what I can achieve with sautéed Swiss Chard and eggs. Seriously. Swiss Chard contains 15 calories in one-half cup and is a good source of vitamins A and C. 3. Turnip greens: If you buy turnips with the tops on, you get two vegetables in one. Turnip leaves are another Southern favorite traditionally made with pork (I know, I know!). This sassy-flavored leaf is low in calories, and loaded with vitamins A, C, and K, as well as calcium. Not bad, for a twofer! 2. Collards: The last, but not least Southern Belle of Greens! She gives Kale a run for its money nutritionally, but comes in second due to her hearty, chewy texture and a strong cabbag-ey taste. Down South, collards are slow cooked with either a ham hock or smoked turkey leg. A half cup has 25 calories; again, without the ham. Confession: I only eat collards with ham and lots of seasoning. It’s how I roll. 1. Kale: This nutrition powerhouse is the whole package! I love it when I get everything I want. Don’t you? Kale offers everything you want in a leafy green. You just have to eat it. It’s an excellent source of vitamins A, C, and K, folate, potassium, and has a good amount of calcium for a vegetable. Rinse, rub with salt, and throw in the oven for chips. Juice this delightful leafy goodness. Or, throw them in a skillet with olive oil, garlic and a splash of vegetable broth. So good. There you have it! Go forth, eat healthy and BE WELL in 2012! Information provided by Leafy Greens, Local Food and Market, 3937 Broadway, www.gcleafygreens.com
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Career-Tech mentoring program builds future workforce The South-Western City School District has Career-Technical (C-T) programs located at each of its four high schools and the South-Western Career Academy. Work-based experiences are unique to each C-T program. One of the work-based experiences is the Mentoring Program. Through mentoring, students have the opportunity to network in their chosen field while discovering information that will help them make future decisions regarding education and career choices. “Mentoring was a great experience,” said Andrew Jackson, SWCA Interactive Media student who mentored at Brainstorm Media. “It was a handson opportunity; they showed me the whole video-making process.” Mentoring enables business and industry to have input into the skills that the students learn. Career-specific skills, difficult to learn in a classroom setting, are learned at the mentoring site. The Hirth, Norris & Garrison accounting firm in Grove City mentored students from the high schools’ Accounting
FOR MORE INFORMATION For further information about SWCS CareerTechnical programs, contact Sherry Minton at 801-3005 or sherry.minton@swcs.us. and Finance programs. Jodi Garrison said, “The students we mentored were extremely impressive. Our goal was to give them hands-on experience, and we tried very hard to do that with each experience. It is important for the students to see what it is really like to be an accountant.” Parents benefit from the Mentoring Program also. The mentoring experience promotes conversation between parents and students about planning for higheLor education and future career choices. The SWCS CareerTechnical Mentoring Program requires its mentor sites to be closely related to a student’s Career-Technical program. The business provides six to eight hours of mentoring for each student and the student completes a journal of the mentoring experience after each visit. SWCS Career-Tech-
nical programs include: Accounting and Finance, Automotive, Business and Administrative Services, Construction Technologies, Cosmetology, Culinary Arts, Dental Assisting, Early Childhood Education, Health Technologies, Interactive Media Design, Marketing Technology, Materials Joining, PR and Event Management, and PreEngineering. Sherry Minton, SWCS Career-Technical Coordinator, noted, “Business and industry support in providing opportunities for the Career-Technical students is invaluable. The business and industry support enhances the students’ preparation for both careers and college.” For further information about SWCS CareerTechnical programs, contact Sherry Minton at 801-3005 or sherry. minton@swcs.us.
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Chamber Auction to help fund students’ in “Building Dreams”
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SPOTLIGHT ON BUSINESS
Experience the “Panera Warmth” on Stringtown Panera Bread is known for its fresh food and comfortable atmosphere and the store in Grove City holds these values to the highest standards. Located at 1786 Stringtown Road, this store is rapidly gaining regular customers and business since its opening in November 2011, and is a top notch place to eat and relax. “Panera is all about the guest,” said Supervisor Morgan Logsdon. “We try to keep the atmosphere as laid back as possible.” When customers walk in, they can immediately see appetizing pastries lined-up along with freshly made bagels and bread and smell the aroma of warm, baked goods. Their staff, ranging from high school students to full time employees, is upbeat and energetic, and is led by Anup Saha, who has been with the company for over 10 years. Anup
“Panera is all about the guest.We try to keep the atmosphere as laid back as possible.”
— MORGAN LOGSDON Supervisor at Panera Bread, Stringtown Rd.
stresses the freshness of their product as a key factor in distinguishing Panera from its competitors. “Our dough is made in raw form and brought to us every day,” Saha says. “Our competitors have frozen dough. It doesn’t matter if we have 14 inches of snow, we will still have fresh product. And we don’t throw any product away. We give everything away at the end of the night to different organizations.” Another distinguishing feature of this Panera is their buzzers that include a GPS system to give customers the most comfortable, efficient way to get their meals. Instead
of waiting in a long line after ordering, customers at this Panera can sit down at any table in the restaurant, and their meal will be brought directly to them. This effective way of delivering meals helps this Panera give the best customer service possible. This Panera is owned by Covelli Enterprises and strives to show the “Panera Warmth” to every customer. Whether you need a quick bagel for breakfast or a soup and sandwich combo during your lunch hour, Panera Bread on Stringtown Road is a great option for a healthy, fresh meal.
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Harrison College, in partnership with the Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce, will be presenting two workshops on the ins and outs of Microsoft Excel. The first workshop will take place on Wednesday, Sept. 19, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and it will cover introductory Excel skills. The second workshop in the series will take place on Wednesday, Oct. 24, from 8:30 a.m. to 12:30 p.m. and
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Women’s Civic Club seeking new members The Women’s Civic Club of Grove City is currently searching for new membership. Founded in 1916, the Club was established upon the ideals of civic betterment. The Club is dedicated to promoting educational, literary, and scientific development among the people of Grove City. Their philanthropic efforts help such things as civic projects, the Grove City Food Pantry, the Grove City Public Library, the Jackson Township Fire Department, the Little Theater Off Broadway, and the Southwest Franklin County Historical Society. Meetings are held on the 1st Thursday of each month, March through December, at 7 p.m. at the Jackson Township Administration Building located at 3756 Hoover Road. For further information about joining the Women’s Civic Club of Grove City, contact Melba Hompertz at (614) 535-8874. Visit the Club on the web at www.womenscivicclubofgc.com or reach them via email at womenscivicclubofgc@gmail.com.
The Grove City Chamber of Commerce will host the 34th Annual Auction on Saturday Nov. 10, 2012 from 6 to 10:30 pm. This event will be held at Pinnacle Golf Club, 1500 Pinnacle Drive, Grove City. This year’s auction will have an autumn theme titled “Building Dreams”. There will be both live and silent auction items and proceeds support educational scholarships for students pursuing a degree in a businessrelated field. In addition, funds raised will also benefit the Chamber’s educational programs. Some item categories up for bid include trips, shows and restaurants. This is an opportunity to impact the future of Grove City community and help students launch their business career. There are many different sponsorship opportunities available for this event or you could donate an item to be auctioned off. To get more information on the Annual Auction, please contact the Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce at (614) 875-9762 or visit us at www.gcchamber.org.
it will cover advanced Excel skills. Both workshops will take place at Harrison College, located at 3880 Jackpot Road in Grove City. The workshops will cost Chamber members $30 per session and nonChamber members $40 per session. To register or to find out more information about the workshops, contact the Grove City Area Chamber of Commerce at (614) 875-9762.
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NEW MEMBERS Alan S. Portnoy, CPA
Alan Portnoy (614) 801-1898 4101 Broadway, Grove City, OH 43123 In addition to tax preparation and planning for individuals and small businesses, Alan S. Portnoy, CPA, provides accounting support, and conducts audits, reviews, compilations and agreedupon procedures. The firm can assist not-for-profit organizations with their accounting, tax and compliance needs, and helps entities wishing to obtain taxexempt status through the preparation and filing of required documents with the various governmental agencies.
Beulah Park
Jim McKinney, General Manager (614) 871-9600 www.beulahpark.com 3811 Southwest Blvd., Grove City, OH 43123 For more information about Beulah Park, you can reach the Park at 614871-9600 or visit their website, www. beulahpark.com
Brian Roberts Insurance Agency
Brian Roberts, Owner and Insurance Consultant (614) 539-5000 www.farmersagent.com/broberts 1608 Gateway Circle, Grove City, OH 43123 Brian Roberts Insurance Agency offers auto, homeowners, life, and specialty coverage.
Buckeye Car Wash
buckeyecarwash@gmail.com 3119 Broadway Grove City, OH 43123 Buckeye Car Wash is dedicated to giving you the best car wash around. As well as offering as low as $6 car washes, we give our customers free access to our vacuums. Ask about our Unlimited Car Wash Club to get unlimited washes for the best value around.
C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC
Jim Moldovan, Director of Business Development (614) 875-8200 JMoldovan@cjmahan.com P.O. Box 670 3400 Southwest Blvd., Grove City, Ohio 43123 C.J. Mahan Construction Company, LLC. (CJMCC) is a regional multi-million dollar contracting firm that specializes in the construction of heavy civil projects. For over 3 decades, CJMCC has continuously participated in the design and construction of a vast array of river works including five major bridges spanning the Ohio River, four cable stay bridges, and numerous civil structures throughout Ohio, West Virginia, Kentucky, Tennessee and Louisiana.
Capital City Cakes
Gary and Sue Baisden, Owners (614) 277-9338 www.capitalcitycakes.com 4069 Broadway Grove City, OH 43123 Capital City Cakes makes specialty cakes, cookies, pastries, and serves over 20 flavors of ice cream in downtown Grove City.
Dave Anderson, Manager (614) 539-6111
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Grove City Food Pantry & Emergency Services, Inc.
Don Swogger, Board President (614) 871-2588 www.grovecityfoodpantry.com 2710 Columbus St., Grove City, OH 43123 Supported by the Southwest Christian Ministerial Association, local churches, and the Grove City, Harrisburg and Orient communities, the Grove City Food Pantry helps out area residents during times of need.
HER Real Living
Karen Evans, Realtor (614) 206-4222 www.herrealtors.com/karen.evans 4183 Parkway Center, Grove City, OH 43123 The Evans Group is one of the top Central Ohio real estate groups and wants to provide you with the highest standard of excellence in our service.
HopeHealingHouse Inc.
Audry N. Hardy, Executive Director (888) 463-5758 www.hopehealinghouse.org anhardy@hopehealinghouse.org 4693 Heatherblend Ct., Grove City, OH 43123 The mission of the Hope Healing House is to do good to all people by building stronger relationships and supporting other related family initiatives. Visit their website for more information.
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George Nikolovski (740) 201-0201 www.imsbarter.com 8940 Cotter St., Lewis Center, OH 43035 The Columbus location assists members in trade. Visit www.imsbarter.com to find out more information today.
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McKnight & Hosterman Architects, Inc.
David McKnight,Vice President (614) 878-1152 www.mcknightgroup.com dmcknight@mcknightgroup.com 3351 McDowell Rd., Grove City, OH 43123 McKnight & Hosterman is an architecture firm.
Nurse Medical Healthcare Services Inc.
Johnnie L. Berry, President/CEO (614) 801-1300 3421 Farm Bank Way Grove City, OH 43123 Nurse Medical Healthcare Services, Inc. is a home service healthcare provider serving the Grove City Area.
RCE Technical Consulting
Randolph E. Echeagaray (614) 878-1152 rce@netzero.net RCE Technical Consulting is a website development and computer programming company.
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Michael Bueher, Program Manager (614) 820-4972 3457 Broadway, Grove City, OH 43123 Supplier of contingent labor for light industrial, logistics administrative and clerical positions.
Scarberry Productions
David Scarberry, Owner/Photographer (614) 648-3139 www.scarberryproductions.com Scarberry Productions is a creative media company offering both photography and full HD video production. We offer a wide variety of media capabilities from; sports films, music videos and weddings, events, graphic design, website building. Scarberry Production’s goal is to meet the client’s needs while producing quality visual products. “Let Us Show the World Who You Are.”
Scruffy to Fluffy
Kathleen Branson, Owner (614) 738-2420 Kathleenbranson@aol.com Scruffy to Fluffy is an upscale pet grooming business.
Smoothie King
Shelly Churchill, Owner (614) 875-0242 6007 Hoover Road Smoothie King is a nutritional Lifestyle Center that focuses on using fresh products in all of their smoothies.
Strategic Energy Services
Marty Vaughn and Mike Capuano, Owners (614) 889-0250 425 Merto Place North, Suite 140, Dublin, OH 43017 Visit www.strategicenergyservices. com to find out more information about receiving discounts on your electricity and natural gas.
Subway
Rena Saroiberry,Vice President (614) 539-6800 www.subway.com rsaroiberry@buckeyesubway.com 1578 Stringtown Rd., Grove City, OH 43123 Subway now has five locations in Grove City that are locally owned and operated. Visit this Stringtown Road location today to find healthy options for breakfast, subs, salads, and catering.
Total Platinum Salon
Terry Schmelmer, Owner (614) 801-9923 4063 Broadway, Grove City, OH 43123 Total Platinum Salon has been serving Grove City for the past 9 years and offers six stylists along with one nail technician. They provide a historic feel with a modern touch. Connect with the Chamber! The Grove City Chamber of Commerce wants to connect with you on social media. Like us on Facebook at www.facebook.com/gcchamber. You can also follow us on Twitter @gcchamber.
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Smoothie King expands to area Smoothie King has been around since 1973, but just recently expanded to the Grove City area. The franchise, which was opened in December of 2011, is described by the director of marketing, Ron Churchill, as a nutritional lifestyle center. Originally, the founder of the franchise started making smoothies as a way to combat his numerous allergies, thus the nutritional nature of the company. Smoothie King focuses on using fresh products in their smoothies, something that Churchill says that other companies don’t often do. For example, instead of doing what Smoothie King does and adding fresh apples into a smoothie, other companies might just throw apple juice into the blender. They also focus on what Churchill called “meal replacement nutrition.” This means that it is their goal to provide
Smoothie King is located at 6007 Hoover Rd. in the Buckeye Grove Shopping Center. smoothies as a healthy alternative to other meals that wouldn’t be as healthy for you. The store, located at 6007 Hoover Road in the Buckeye Grove Shopping Center, is not just solely focused on smoothies as they offer a variety of
weight-loss and fitness products. These products include “Lean 1” supplements and other snacks that can benefit anyone from someone looking to lose weight to someone looking to build muscle. Churchill said that
they decided to open up a franchise in the Grove City Area because it was the only area in the I-270 belt without a location and that the city is rapidly growing and developing. According to Churchill, Smoothie King provides a unique outlook on smoothies as they have a strong belief in the basics of nutrition and use fresh, all-natural products. Above all, Churchill believes that people will enjoy Smoothie King because their product tastes good. He said that very few people walk out of the store being dissatisfied with their decision. The store is open Monday through Friday from 7 a.m. to 9 p.m., Saturday from 9 a.m. to 9 p.m., and Sunday from 11 a.m. to 7 p.m. They can be reached on Facebook at Smoothie King- Grove City, OH, or via phone at (614) 8750242.
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Plan now for lawn, landscape revival August — not April — is the best time to plan for lawn improvements, spring flowers, fall vegetables, new trees and other landscape projects. After the harsh summer, the lawn needs a boost. But wait until early September to fertilize, seed or sod. That’s the best time say Ohio State University Michael Leach Extension experts. If your lawn is mostly weeds, consider starting afresh in September. Kill existing vegetation with a herbicide now and prep soil. Water, fertilize and cut off old flowers to keep your containers and annual beds looking sharp for weeks to come. Boost autumn color with pansies, fall-blooming crocus, asters, ornamental kale, cabbage, coral bells and mums. While it’s still too early for daffodil bulbs, plant pansies and fall crocus as soon as possible to give them a good start. Pansies flower again in spring and sometimes during the winter — a wonderful surprise. Put them where you can see them from indoors. Don’t forget a fall vegetable harvest. For help visit www.enjoyyourlandscape.com. Autumn is the ideal season to replace or add new shrubs and trees. One thing this hot summer proved, you can’t have too much shade. Michael Leach is a master gardener and former garden reporter with The Columbus Dispatch. Visit www.enjoyyourlandscape.com HeartlandGardening.com, where Michael blogs. View his June 29 watering video at Facebook/daytimecolumbus.
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Business is booming: ribbon cuttings around town
Subway Ribbon Cutting at 1578 Stringtown Rd.
Chuck Tennenbaum, Development Agent and Franchisee, and Rena Saroiberry Vice President.
Salon C & Day Spa Grand Opening & Ribbon Cutting at 3963 Broadway. Salon owners are Christie Thomas and Christy Moore.
Nurse Medical Healthcare Services Inc. Ribbon Cutting at 3421 Farm Bank Way. Above right: Johnnie Berry President & CEO with Mayor Richard “Ike� Stage.
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United Garage Door celebrates 65 years in business in Ohio United Garage Door has served Ohio with garage doors and related products since 1947. They are a family owned, family operated business. The Columbus location, managed by Mark and Kaye Miller, has been serving the greater Columbus area for the past five years. Located at 1000 Harrisburg Pike, three miles north of Grove City, United Garage Door specializes in residential sales, service, and installation of all your garage door needs. United is a 5-Star CHI garage door distributor and is an authorized professional installing dealer of Lift Master Garage Door Openers. And, United is also an IDEA (International Door Education Association) accredited company, having completed a 6-part accreditation process. This ensures consumers that the company holds itself to a high industry standard. They are an accredited company with the central Ohio Better Business Bureau where they hold an A+ rating, and have been a member of the Grove City Chamber of Commerce for the past four years. Managers Mark and Kaye Miller have been serving the garage door needs of the central Ohio area for over 33 years. With their employees, they have over 100 combined years of experience in the garage door industry. “Our customer service and qual-
“We take the time to educate our customers about our products so they can decide what best fits their needs. Our onsite estimates for door replacements are free.”
— MARK KAYE Owner, United Garage Door
ity products, we don’t cut any corners and we stand behind our products and service,” Kaye said about what sets their business apart. “We take the time to educate our customers about our products so they can decide what best fits their needs. Our on-site estimates for door replacements are free.” Mark said that the industry has changed quite a bit over the years. ”There are a lot of new products and designs available in garage doors,” he said. “There used to be two choices, flush or panel and all products were wood. Now you have several panel designs including steel-embossed carriage-style doors. United Garage Door Columbus is open from 8 a.m. to 4:30 p.m. Monday through Friday, and from 8 to 11 a.m. on Saturdays. Mark and Kaye Miller can be reached at the office, (614) 274-4414, or by email, kmiller@unitedgaragedoor.com and you can visit their web site at www.UnitedGarageDoorColumbus. com.
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BUSINESS TIP OF THE MONTH I have many favorite business quotes. Here are two of them: “Systems operate your business. People operate your systems” and “You can play if you know the rules of the game. If you follow the rules you can play to win!” This month’s business tip addresses one element: Your “business system” should be in place to keep you safely and proactively conducting business while helping those people who operate your systems understand the rules by which they must play. Having a written personnel policy and procedure manual (employee manual) in place within your business’s operations is a must. The main objective of an employee manual is to state how your company will handle employee/ employment issues. It also serves as a way to introduce an employee to the company’s policies and procedures, communicate information, and as an orientation tool. It gives the employee a clear understanding of policies that affect their employment relationship with you and limits confusion that may occur without this instrument. It serves as a helpful
Nancy Stoll, Certified Business Advisor from Ohio Small Business Development Center tool that guides your supervisors and employees as they attempt to carry out the company’s policies and procedures. An overwhelming number of small business owners operate without written policies. Two of the major reasons they give for doing so are: 1) they just don’t have the time to put it in writing and 2) they want flexibility to decide issues on a case-by-case basis. When I hear this, red flags fly up in front of my eyes and warning buzzers blare in my ears. Why — because too often an owner’s choice for flexibility is perceived by the employee as evidence of favoritism or discrimination and secondly, unwritten policies lead to misunderstandings, incorrect assumptions, disagreements, and litigation. Too many legal battles
have occurred and too many small business owners have lost the battle because of the lack of having an employee manual in place to support their actions. Avoid legal battles before they happen. Steer clear of misunderstandings, incorrect assumptions, and disagreements. Increase your potential for business success by making sure everyone knows…in writing…“You can play if you know the rules of the game. If you follow the rules you can play to win!” Take the steps to have your employee manual reviewed and updated. If you don’t have one, begin today to get this essential “business system” in writing and in place. • To download a list of what should be included in your Employee Manual or Personnel Policy and Procedures Manual go to the Grove City Chamber of Commerce’s website at www. gcchamber.org and on the home page under Small Business Advisory click Tip of the Month. Information provided by Ohio Small Business Development Center at Columbus State Community College.
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Good times and good fun at Family Fun Day sponsored by The Goddard School Climbing up a 20-foot ladder to slide down a mega fire truck slide was just one of the many fun things kids had the opportunity to do at Family Fun Day held on July 21! The event, sponsored by The Goddard School, packed the Historic Town Center with Grove City families, as kids on summer break from school enjoyed a morning just being kids. Family Fun Day, held in conjunction with the Grove City Farmers Market, offered a completely free way to entertain and
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feed kids, while the adults were still able to do some grocery shopping at the market. The fun activities provided for kids included
Chamber Staff William H. Diehl Executive Director
Melissa Sims Administrative Assistant
Marilyn Reiner Director of Membership Services
Jenna Craig Contributing Writer
Chris Thompson Director of Chamber Relations
Nick Dvorscak Contributing Writer
face painting, putt putt golf, an inflatable bounce house, a 20 foot fire truck slide, spin art, cupcake decorating, glitter tattoos, a balloon artist and free food. The Jackson Township Fire Department even came and educated kids on fire safety. 104.9 The River played familyfriendly music. Parents had the wonderful oppor-
tunity to get information about child and family oriented organizations such as The Goddard School, Grove City Family Dentistry, and The Grove City Church of the Nazarene. Fantastic weather helped boost the amount of people visiting the Historic Town Center for Family Fun Day and The
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Farmers’ Market, as farmers were forced to pack up early having run out of their goods. From corn and tomatoes, to ripe watermelons and fresh blueberries, the Grove City Farmers’ Market has it and items tend to go fast. The Farmers’ Market is held every Saturday morning through Sept. 8 from 8 a.m. until noon.
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6:30 a.m. Registration & packet pickup 8 a.m. Kids’ Fun Run | 5k Follows Info: www.GroveCityOhio.gov Technical T-shirt to first 200 to register!