Grove City Homecoming 2011

Thursday, July 28, 2011

2011 GROVE CITY HOMECOMING

A special advertising section to

ThisWeek Community Newspapers

Celebration and Tournament

July 29-31, 2011

Hall of Fame inductions Car exhibition Merchant window displays Cornhole tournament Schedule of events Game locations 2010 winners Photos by ThisWeek staff

29th Annual Grove City Alumni Softball Tournament The 2011 Hall of Fame induction ceremony, by tournament founder Steve Carr, will be during the band’s intermission from 8:15-8:30 p.m.

Don’t miss it for this year’s inductees.

Breakfast is available 24 hours a day!

Game locations SATURDAY, JULY 30 Fryer Park: Men’s B starting at 9 a.m. and Men’s A starting at 11:15 a.m.

Murfin Fields: Women’s starting at 9 a.m.; Masters and Ladies Classic starting at 10 a.m. and Legends starting at ThisWeek file photo 11:15 a.m.

Class of 71-72 teammates Rick Wemlinger (left) and OLPH: Women’s starting at Mike Deweese congratulate each other after an out 9 a.m.

to end the inning during their Grove City Alumni game against the Class of 76 in 2008 at Murfin Field.

Tournament Drawing All teams must be represented at the tournament drawing on Thursday, July 28. Tournament rules and brackets will be distributed at the draw. All tournament draws will be at City Hall on Broadway in Council Chambers.

Women: 6 p.m.

Men’s A: 6:20 p.m.

Men’s B: 6:40 p.m.

Ladies Classic, Legends and Masters: 7 p.m.

SUNDAY, JULY 31 Fryer Park: Men’s A, Men’s B and Women’s starting at 9 a.m.

Murfin Fields: Legends starting at 9 a.m.; Ladies Classic starting at 11 a.m. and Masters starting at 11:15 a.m.

BarnyardBuster T.J. Scramble Crispy Hash Browns topped with a mixture of Scrambled rs, Eggs, Tomatoes, Green Peppers, th Onions and Ham, covered with plenty of Cheddar Cheese.

Served with Toast.

Two Biscuits, Two Eggs, Country Fries, all on One Plate covered with Sausage Gravy.

1880 Stringtown Road Grove City 871-2596

Cornmeal Pancakes A couple of Special-Tasting Pancakes Cornmeal-Style with a slice of Country Ham, served with Two Eggs.

Facebook.com/TeeJaye’sCountryPlace

f www.barnyardbuster.com

From Our

Welcome WINNING TEAM BROADWAY Back

TOOL RENTAL GROVE CITY’S RENTAL STORE 539-8530

WELCOME HOME ALUMNI

G

D LUCK

2

To Yours, GOOD LUCK!!

Alumni!

Please stop by and visit us at 4011 Broadway (next to Graeter’s) in Grove City! or call 614-871-0808 www.kingthompson.com We Never Stop Moving!

July28, 2011 | ThisWeek Community Newspapers

ThisWeekNews.com

2011 Homecoming Celebration Events

2011 Homecoming Weekend Events

Friday, July 29 • Road closings starting at 3 p.m.: Broadway from Grove City Road to Grant Avenue and Park Street from the entrance of the City Hall parking lot to First Street • Town Center Alumni Homecoming Party: 6 to 10:30 p.m.

• 7 to 10 p.m. on the Broadway Stage; Hall of Fame inductions during band break • Alumni Cornhole Tournament, sponsored

by Grove City Tomorrow: 6 to 8 p.m. on Broadway • Car Exhibition, sponsored by Grove City Rotary Club: 6 to 8 p.m. on Park Street • Hot Dog Eating Contest, sponsored by Hot Dawgs: 8:30 to 8:45 p.m. this year featuring Grove City Division of Police versus the Jackson Township Fire Department • Concessions: 5 to 10:30 p.m. on Park Street, sponsored by several community organizations and the Grove City Area Chamber of ComThisWeek file photo merce Michelle Damron, Class of 87-88 raises • Grove City Welcome Center and Museum: her arms after completing a back flip at 8 a.m. to 8:30 p.m. at 3378 Park St. the mound to celebrate her team's victory over the Class of 85-86 team during their Grove City Alumni game in 2008 at Fryer Park.

S ’ Y PIZZA M M A T VISIT BOTH OF OUR LOCATIONS:

5913 HOOVER RD. 614-875-8525 WE ACCEPT CASH, VISA/MC & DISCOVER

3984 BROADWAY 614-875-2345

Saturday, July 30

Sunday, July 31

• Farmers Market and Sidewalk Sale: 8 a.m. to noon in historic Grove City Town Center • 29th Annual Grove City Alumni Softball Tournament: starts at 9 a.m. at Fryer Park, Windsor, Evans Park, Murfin Field and Our Lady of Perpetual Help

• 29th Annual Grove City Alumni Softball Tournament: starts at 9 a.m. at Fryer Park, Windsor, Evans Park, Murfin Field and Our Lady of Perpetual Help

Live performance by Capital Sound The nine-piece band has a colossal sound with some of the best funk, blues, soul and rockn-roll favorites. During the concert, the band will take a 30-minute break, at which time announcements will be made for the softball tournament Hall of Fame induction ceremony from 8:15-8:30 p.m. The Hot Dog Eating Contest will be from 8:30-8:45 p.m.

HOMECOMING

TRADITION The City of Grove City Welcomes All to the

GROVE CITY HOMECOMING CELEBRATION Friday, July 29 • 6-10:30 p.m.

Town Center Business Window Decorating Contest sponsored by Grove City Town Center, Inc. and Grove City High School Alumni

Rotary Car Exhibition sponsored by Grove City Rotary Club, 6-8p.m.

DINE IN AT BOTH LOCATIONS!

*No Personal Checks*

LUNCH SPECIALS!

Grove City's 4 Time People’s Choice Award Winner TAMMY’S PIZZA 5.00 OFF 16" Pizza, Sub and Breadsticks GIVE US A CALL! Date Redeemed_________ Order Number________

$

TAMMY’S PIZZA 10% OFF your next order

Cornhole Tournament sponsored by Grove City Tomorrow, 6-8p.m.

GCHS Homecoming Softball Tournament Hall of Fame 2011 inductees, 8:15 - 8:30 p.m.

Hot Dog Eating Contest, sponsored by Hot Dawgs, 8:30-8:45p.m.

Grove City Division of Police vs. Jackson Township Fire Department

Entertainment:

Capitol Sound • 7-10 p.m.

The more you buy, the more you save!

Grove City Town Center • Park Street and Broadway y

Date Redeemed_________ Order Number________

Celebration Weather Updates: 614-277-3060

No other specials, coupons or discounts.

Limit 1 cpn per day, Cpn must be given to cashier.

No other specials, coupons or discounts.

Limit 1 cpn per day, Cpn must be given to cashier.

EXPIRES 8-31-11

EXPIRES 8-31-11

Event Information: 614-277-3050

Follow the City of Grove City on Twitter @grovecityohio Like the City of Grove City on www.facebook.com/grovecityohio Visit the City of Grove City on www.grovecityohio.gov

ThisWeekNews.com

July 28, 2011 | ThisWeek Community Newspapers

Richard L. “Ike” Stage, Mayor

3

Homecoming Merchant Window Displays Grove City Town Center, Inc. is sponsoring the Town Center Business Window Decorating Contest. Graduating classes are teaming up with local businesses to show their school pride through window decorations.

Town Center businesses and class representatives have been matched up to prepare for the event. Stop in to reminisce with the classes that share their past, a part of the alumni homecoming tradition. Look for your graduating

class as you stroll the streets of the Town Center!

Prizes will be awarded to the top three classes with the “best dressed” or best representation of their class. The first place winner will receive $100, second place $75 and third place $50, the money will go to each winner’s charity of choice. Voting will take place at the Grove City Town Center, Inc. booth on Friday, July 29 during the alumni celebration.

GCHS ALUMNI CHECK OUT OUR CLEARANCE DEALS FOR ALL YOUR TOURNAMENT EQUIPMENT! BUY / SELL / TRADE CONSIGNMENTS

GOOD LUCK From Your Friends At Play It Again Sports!

WWW.PLAYITAGAINSPORTSGROVECITY.COM 2179 Stringtown Rd. Conveniently Located Next To Giant Eagle

614-539-8881

15% OFF Any Purchase Including Sale Items Maximum Discount $100 Must present coupon. Not valid with Any other offer. Grove City location only. Expires 07/31/11

WE BUY GOOD USED EQUIPMENT WE ARE NOW BUYING FOOTBALL EQUIPMENT

CELEBRATE HOMECOMING!!

Photo courtesy of City of Grove City

The class of 2023 enjoy the entertainment at 2009’s Homecoming Celebration.

Come to Historic Downtown Grove City this weekend!

Just Like Old Home Week

Rock’s Trailer Sales 3908 Jackson Pike, Grove City, Ohio 43123 PARTS & SERVICE

614-875-8989

CELEBRATING 31 YEARS IN GROVE CITY

4022 Broadway 875-7800

WWW.ROCKSTRAILERSALES.COM 4

July28, 2011 | ThisWeek Community Newspapers

Thursday, July 28th PRE TOURNEY GET TOGETHER Friday, July 29th HOMECOMING STREET PARTY Saturday, July 30th COME PARTY WITH FUNKY BLUE “Grove City’s Original Tavern” ThisWeekNews.com

The event will feature 1015 of the top cars from last year’s show and will be on display on the east side of Park Street, east of Broadway, from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday. (Photos courtesy of The City of Grove City)

2806 London Groveport Rd., Grove City (Beside PNC Bank)

539-6220 WE DELIVER! MONDAY & TUESDAY SPECIALS

XL 1 TOPPING PIZZA $10.99

GRAND OPENING!

NOW SERVING BUFFALO, BBQ AND GARLIC PARMESAN WINGS

We accept Visa/Mastercard

Sorry, We do not accept checks

LARGE CARDO’S SPECIAL 2 X-LARGE 1-ITEM PIZZAS CHEESE, PEPPERONI, SAUSAGE, MUSHROOMS, ONION & GREEN PEPPER FOR ONLY

Car exhibition The Grove City Rotary Club will host a classic car exhibition as part of the homecoming festivities.

The event will feature 10-15 of the top cars from last year’s show and will be on display on the east side of Park Street, east of Broadway, from 6 to 8 p.m. on Friday.

Classic automobiles will be showcased by collectors who make the rounds at different shows.

“Most of the cars are local,” Rotary Club Cruise & Ride Chair Dan “Boots” Longenette said. “These are Grove City people who have great classic vehicles.”

The exhibition marks fourth year that the Rotary Club has included this event in the celebration. It serves as a preview

of the Cruise & Ride car show that the organization sponsors in September. This year, the event takes place on Saturday, Sept. 24 in the Grove City Town Center.

“We hope everyone enjoys the exhibition and wants to come out in September to see more,” Longenette said. For information about this year’s Rotary Cruise & Ride car show, visit www.grovecityrotary.org.

The Rotary Club takes part in a number of other hands-on community activities, including a golf outing each May, a Relay for Life survivors’ dinner, and a monthly food pantry donation. The club provides $5,000 annually in scholarships to local high school seniors.

& 2 HAM & CHEESE SUBS FREE 2-LITER OF 7-UP OR RC COLA

$ 14.99

$ 33.99

Call Today: 614-539-6220 Extra toppings available at extra cost Not valid with other offers. Expires 10/31/11

Call Today: 614-539-6220 Extra toppings available at extra cost Not valid with other offers. Expires 10/31/11

Updated daily, ThisWeekNews.com is your source for local breaking news and sports information.

DIANE ARGABRITE

JUDY BAPST

PAM BROWN

RICK BRUNTON

AMY CLARK

MAUREEN CONNORS

PAUL COOK

DIANA ESTEP

329-4092 877-3277 875-9462 323-5938 596-0211 746-6240 806-6044

296-3720

JERRY HUNT

ANN LAMBERT

CAROLYN FENNER MICHAEL FLEMING BARB HERBERT

CHERYL HUSTON AMY JOHNSON

RAY LAKE

306-2409 571-2673 313-5140 218-7222 584-1262

875-3331

ANDY RANFT

PENNY ROBINSON

GREG SKINNER

STEVE WINGO

LYNNE WITTMAN

584-2241

871-1000 Ext 712

GREG LARGE

ANITA McHUGH MARIE McKEON ROBIN MILLER

JEFF RECTOR

653-7653 332-6866 875-2864 594-2028 668-2649 832-8013 716-9337

MELISSA SKINNER BARB STICKEL

LORIE STITT

GINGER THRUSH GREG WARNER KRYSTA WILCOX

537-1994

975-4207 272-0809 204-7483 277-9437 207-6100 332-0043 740-683-3810 286-2606

Welcome

614-871-1000

Grove City Alumni! www.RealOhio.com

Coupon Expires 9/30/11

Each ERA® office is independently owned and operated.

ThisWeekNews.com

July 28, 2011 | ThisWeek Community Newspapers

5

ThisWeek file photo

Left to right: Mike Stevens, Josh Bland and Doug Boyce chow down on their “Dawg Pound” during the hot dog eating contest at the 2010 Alumni Tournament Celebration last year on Friday evening. Each contestant had to eat a one-pound “dawg pound” from Hot Dawgs, first to finish won. Terry Harter was that man.

2nd Annual Hot Dog Eating Contest There will be a hot dog eating contest during intermission. Four contestants, two from the Grove City Division of Police and two from the Jackson Township Fire Department will compete to see who can eat the “Dawg Pound” hot dog the quickest. This event is sponsored by Hot Dawgs, the home of the “The Dawg Pound Challenge”. “Eat one of each of our five specialty dawg pounds, and it’s free,” said Ken Jewell, owner of the Grove City Hot Dawgs.

Photo courtesy of City of Grove City

4th Annual Cornhole Tournament Grove City Tomorrow is sponsoring the 4th Annual Cornhole Tournament from 6-8 p.m.

A two-person team costs $50, with a first-place prize of $400 and the second-place prize of $200. For more information, call 614-404-2334 or e-mail dreamtrips13@ yahoo.com. Sponsors of the 2011 tournament include Parkers Tavern, Amity Home Health, Monterey Care Center and Oberer’s Flowers.

ALL HIGH SCHOOL SPORTS, ALL THE TIME. Many schools.

One you. A great place to grow.

Learn how you can benefit: • Scholarship opportunities • Tuition savings • Credit for prior learning

Higher Education Open House Thursday, Aug. 4 • 5:30-7 p.m.

WELCOME BACK ALUMNI! Visit us either before or after the game for your favorite meal or beverage!

Ashland University • Columbus State Community College • Ohio Christian University Otterbein University • Mount Vernon Nazarene University • Tiffin University The University of Toledo • South-Western City Schools ABLE (Adult Basic Literacy Education) South-Western Career Academy, 4750 Big Run South Road

1650 Stringtown Road

539-5711

1-877-572-GROW (4769)

www.grovecityhighered.com 6

July28, 2011 | ThisWeek Community Newspapers

ThisWeekNews.com

2011 Grove City Homecoming Thursday, July 28, 2011 sales manager Doug Dixon design and production Annie Steel account executives Karl Durst Jeff Keiselbach Mark Taylor ThisWeek file photo

2010 Alumni Tournament results Mens A

Masters 50+

Champions: ’04 2nd place: ’07 3rd place: ’03 4th place: ’96 MVP: Trevor Andrews 21 teams entered

Champion: ’76-’77 2nd place: ’71-’72 Co-MVP’s: Jeff Bennett and Alan Gillogly 5 teams entered

Women

Mens B: Champions: ’95 2nd place: ’04-Ehmann 3rd place: ’92C 4th place: ’90-Ruth MVP: Dave Reese 31 teams entered

Legends 40+ Champion: ’87 2nd place: ’80 3rd place: ’84 4th place: ’85 MVP: Brent Williams 8 teams entered

Champion: ’10 2nd place: ’09 3rd place: ’07 4th place: ’04-Wilkins MVP: Lauren Bowyer 25 teams entered

Ladies Classic Champion: ’70s 2nd place: ’80 and ’83 MVP: Angela Chaffin 4 teams entered

2011 Grove City Homecoming is a special advertising supplement to ThisWeek Community Newspapers.

2011 Grove City Homecoming is not responsible for opinions and views expressed in the paid advertisement in the business profiles. All real estate advertising herein is subject to the federal Fair Housing Act, which makes it illegal to advertise “any preference, limitation or discrimination because of race, color, religion, sex, handicap, familiar status, or national origin, or intention to make any such preference, limitation or discrimination.” We will not knowingly accept any advertising for real estate which is in violation of the law. All persons are hereby informed that all dwellings advertised are available on an equal opportunity basis.

GOOD LUCK TO OUR ALL-STARS! Class of “77” Rocks!

94 teams entered the 2010 tournament.

4359 BROOKGROVE MLS 211022959 PRICE $124,900.00

2533 VI LILLY CIRCLE MLS 2110042144 PRICE $189,000.00

2457 MARTHAS WOOD MLS 211022942 PRICE $390,000.00

FREE 12” Garlic or Cinnamon Bread

with purchase of any two 12” Pizzas*

with purchase of any two 16” Pizzas*

Not valid with any other coupons, offers or discounts.

Expires 8/15/11.

Not valid with any other coupons, offers or discounts.

Expires 8/15/11.

*Garlic Bread and Cinnamon Bread do not count as pizzas.

ThisWeekNews.com

2934 ALKIRE ROAD MLS 211020395 PRICE $136,500.00

Call Karen to see any of these great homes.

WELCOME GROVE CITY ALUMNI!

FREE 8” Garlic or Cinnamon Bread

1620 CHESTNUT FARMS LOOP MLS 211002451 PRICE $179,900.00

614-206-4222

2222 BIRCH BARK TRAIL MLS 211011734 PRICE $228,500.00

2945 WENDY LANE MLS 211011746 PRICE $124,900.00

2557 VI LILLY CIRCLE MLS 211011908 PRICE $169,900.00

Karen.Evans@Realliving.com July 28, 2011 | ThisWeek Community Newspapers

7

8

July28, 2011 | ThisWeek Community Newspapers

ThisWeekNews.com