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Our Lenten Friday tour took us to the Port Clinton Knights of Columbus Fish Fry at Denny Bergeman Hall on E. Perry Street downtown. Outstanding…Perch & Shrimp!!! Speaking of Denny Bergeman, Denny’s grandson, Ryan, was life-flighted to Toledo Monday afternoon after an auto accident on Lockwood Road. Early reports are that Ryan will be OK, but with a fractured skull. Please keep him in your prayers. –––––––– We had 119 entries in our Find Wylie contest this week. Our winner is Earl Mencel of Marblehead who found the fickle fish in the A La Carte Cafe ad last week. Our “Win it on the Web” Contest winner this week is Bob Miller of Catawba chosen from 103 entries. Both win a $20 gift card, Earl from Portside Inn and Bob from Friendship Food Stores. We’ll be hiding Wylie again this week and when you find him, fill out the Find Wylie Ad and drop it at our office (Beacon Place Shopping Center, next to Goodwill) or … click on Wylie on our website homepage, www.thebeacon.net or … click on the “Win it on the Web” icon. You could be our next winner. –––––––– The Marblehead Police Association will hold its 3rd Annual Reverse Raffle on Saturday, April 4 at 4:30 p.m. at St. Mary’s Byzantine Social Hall. Admission is $55, which includes dinner, your raffle entry and your door prize entry. Extra dinner tickets are $15 at the door. Proceeds benefit the Marblehead Police Department, the K-9 Unit and Alex! For tickets, call Phil Howell at 419-656-3223 or the Marblehead PD at 419-7985881. –––––––– Carroll Township Fire and EMS will host a Pancake and Sausage Breakfast this Sunday, March 29 from 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. at the Township Hall on W. Toussaint East Rd. Adults are $6 and Seniors are $4. Kids 12 & under eat free! Carryouts are available. –––––––– The OSU Alumni Club of Ottawa County holds its Annual Scholarship Auction at Nick’s Roadhouse this Friday, March 27. All proceeds benefit local students attending THE Ohio State University. Doors open at 6 p.m. A $10 donation includes light tailgate snacks. –––––––– I had a great time last Friday morning at the Annual Agricultural Community Breakfast at St. John Lutheran Church in Oak Harbor. I sat with old friend Ron Overmeyer and State Senator Mark Wagoner. I had not had a chance to talk with Ron in too many years! –––––––– Megan Bodie, granddaughter of Dr. John and Meg Bodie of Port Clinton, a sophomore at St. Ursula Academy in Toledo, recently finished in the top three in nationwide in an essay contest put on by the Foreign Policy Research Institute in Philadelphia. She won a $1,000 prize. Her topic was “the top five innovations developed in the U.S. since 1945. She used Maslow’s “Hierarchy of Needs” as the basis for her essay. Megan is the daughter of Chip and Lee Bodie of Sylvania. –––––––– Mon Ami and the Salvation Army-Port Clinton Service Unit are teaming up for a food drive now through Easter Sunday. All non-perishable items can be dropped off between 4 and 10 p.m. Monday through Thursday, and 11 a.m. to 10 p.m. Friday-Sunday. –––––––– Care & Share in Gypsum is opening back up April 1. They are accepting everything you think someone could use as long as it is in good condition. They could also use monetary donations. They are located on Lake Street in Gypsum. Or you could drop a donation in the mail at P.O. Box 65, Gypsum, Ohio 43433. –––––––– The ladies of Faith United Methodist Church at the corner of 5th and Jackson Streets in Port Clinton will be back in the kitchen for their 4th Friday Lunch this Friday, March 27 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m. Chow down on their delicious homemade soups, sandwiches and pies. Dine in or carry out. –––––––– The Port Clinton Cheerleaders will be holding a special fundraiser for Patty Melchor Albertson, the mother of PCHS sophomore Alexis Zilles, who has been diagnosed with Leukemia. The girls will be holding a Spaghetti Dinner at Second Street Diner on Sunday, March 29 starting at Noon. Patty is at University Hospital in Cleveland (Room 6017).

BY CAROL BENNER, PROGRAM ADMINISTRATOR OTTAWA SOIL AND WATER CONSERVATION DISTRICT The Ottawa County Agricultural Agencies hosted an Ag Breakfast for producers and businesses on “National Ag Day”, March 20th. OSU Extension Ottawa County, Ottawa Soil and Water Conservation District (SWCD), Natural Resources Conservation Service (NRCS) and the Farm Service Agency (FSA) staff prepared and served the meal for the 165 attendees. The event “kicked off ” with Kevin Fox auctioning off a dozen eggs – to be the first eaten. Money raised through this event goes to various scholarships which the SWCD provides to high school students. After breakfast, Dr. Bobby Moser of The Ohio State University, shared an update of where agriculture is headed in

Meghan Miller, left, and Kelsey Gahler, right, are the Ag Breakfast Scholarship Winners with Bobby Moser of the Ohio State University, center. the future including energy, technology and medical fields. To wrap up the morning and celebration of Ag Week, Kathy Booher, OSU Extension Ottawa County, announced the 2009 Ag Scholarship Winners who are both Oak Harbor High School students: Meghan Miller, daughter of Fred and Stacy Miller and Kelsey Gahler, daughter of Ed and Jane Gahler. Miller will be attending The Ohio State University, and Gahler will be attending OSU Agricultural Technical Institute (ATI). State Senator Mark Wagoner discusses local issues with Ottawa County Commissioner Jim Sass at last Friday's Ag Breakfast PHOTO BY JOHN SCHAFFNER

Real Estate Activity Picking Up Locally BY JOHN SCHAFFNER Despite horrible economic numbers, both locally and across the country, local bankers and real estate agents are reporting sharply increased activity levels in recent weeks. Then, last Friday, the Federal Reserve announced an increased level of cash into the mortgage loan system and another reduction of interest rates designed to stimulate home sales. “Ohio home sales activity continued to slide in February,” according to a report from the Ohio Association of Realtors, as anxious buyers appeared to be remaining on the sideline due to the economic downturn. The Firelands Association of Realtors sales statistics for January and February

show a 20% decrease in the number of units sold and average price in the area, along with a 36.5% reduction in dollar volume during the period. However, the action of the Federal Reserve Bank of last Friday, along with the stimulus dollars taking hold, and suddenly local realtors, bankers and real estate appraisers are seeing a marked increase in activity. “The phones are ringing,” says Cindy Bolte, president of Bolte Real Estate and Insurance in Port Clinton. Several of the area’s top realtors have also reported increased levels of activity in recent days. The Port Clinton/Catawba Island/ Marblehead real estate market has long been a bellwether of future trends, as resort properties tend to begin selling in advance of the over-

all market. Even developers of such properties as Catawba Bay, Fairway Villas and Bay Point Resort report increased activity. Another factor is that a significant portion of the eastern Ottawa County population is retired and living on pensions. The “baby boomers” account for a large percentage of both the current homeowners and property owners. The U.S. Census from 2000 points out the fact that Ottawa County stands out not only in senior population but in other important demographic criteria as well. So, while the news on the national TV networks may not be so great, the most current trends in the local real estate market may be pointing to an early recovery here.

Outdoor Digital Sign for Oak Harbor High School In just a few months, residents will quickly notice a new eye-catching digital sign on the front lawn of the Oak Harbor High School. The National Bank of Oak Harbor is celebrating its 75th Anniversary this year. In honor of this event, the bank is donating $20,000 to the Benton-Carroll-Salem Local schools to assist in the purchase of a new state-of-theart outdoor digital sign. The main source of funding for the purchase of the sign is a collaborative effort between the bank and the members of the Oak Harbor Athletic Boosters, who have also agreed to match the bank’s donation of $20,000. In return for their contributions, these two organizations will have their names placed on the sign. To round out the additional funds needed to make this project a reality, contributions of $2,000 each were made by the Oak Harbor Music Boosters and the Oak Harbor High School Student Council. Continued on page 2A

From left: Kim Dusseau, B-C-S School Board President; Carlos Mincheff, Oak Harbor Athletic Boosters President; Charles Hablitzel, President of the Board of Directors of The National Bank of Oak Harbor; Gary P. Macko, President and CEO of The National Bank of Oak Harbor; Diane S. Kershaw, B-C-S Superintendent and Keith Thorbahn, Oak Harbor High School Principal.

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Three Port Clinton Kiwanians were inducted into the club by Ohio District Governor Kip Crain during a special visit to Kiwanis Divisions 12 and 13 in Sandusky last month. Shown in the photo are (L-R): PC Kiwanis President Roger Aikens and new members Rhonda Wolpert and Joy Reidl from Otterbein North Shore along with Ceinwen Price from Home Instead Home Health Services with Governor Crain and his wife Becky. PHOTO BY MARY ANN SNIDER

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Perry’s Victory and International Peace Memorial invites visitors to join millions of people across the world to celebrate Earth Hour by switching off their lights at 8:30 p.m. for one hour on Saturday, March 28, to help make a statement of concern about global climate change and to demonstrate a commitment to finding solutions. Superintendent Blanca Alvarez Stransky said, “We are also inviting visitors to join us at Perry’s Victory in Put-in-Bay, for a special Earth Hour Program starting at 7:30 p.m. on Saturday, March 28.” The program will feature Gene Zajac, Director of the Shaker Heights Schools Planetarium and Solar System Ambassador, who will conduct a program in the visitor center on the beauties of the night sky. After the Continued on page 2A

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SoundOff Danbury Township Meeting Overview At the regular meeting of the Danbury Township Board of Trustees held March 11, the following business was conducted: The annual meeting with the Lakeside and Marblehead fire departments was held. The trustees chose The Collaborative Inc. as the professional design service for the development of a proposed new administration complex. Safety Coordinator Deb Burley-Biro presented an update on the draft of the drug-free workplace policy. She announced that drug-free training for supervisors and employees will be conducted at township hall by Firelands Corporate Health on March 24. A new police policy manual was adopted. Additional playground equipment will be purchased from Miracle Recreation. The new components will be added to the existing playground located at the township hall athletic complex. Proposals and estimates for a barrier-free playground at Meadowbrook will be forthcoming from Gametime. Trustees and the zoning inspector will follow-up to ensure the nuisance complaint at 1802 S. Bayview has been cor-

rected. Police Chief Michael Meisler reported 82 incidents to date The trustees will request a written opinion from the Ohio in March. Ethics Commission regarding purchase of lawn mowers. Zoning Inspector Rhonda Botti Sowers reported three perThe 2009 appropriations were approved. mits written in February and two permits written to date in Trustees authorized the purchase of a 2009 Ford Crown March. Victoria police cruiser through state purchasing under a contract awarded to Statewide Ford. They declared the 2001 unmarked police cruiser as surplus and will advertise for sealed bids for purchase of the vehicle. Seasonal employee Marion Grate will return to work on an as-needed basis. The warning siren maintenance contract with Transcore was renewed. Health insurance, life insurance, and property and casualty insurance were renewed. An employee meeting was scheduled for 2 p.m. on March 12 to discuss the safety program, preliminary information on the drug-free workplace and the township budget. Ottawa County Clerk of Courts and staff will be on site at The spring newsletter will be in the mail within the next the Oliver H. Perry Masonic Lodge (former American Leweek. February financial reports were approved as were bills in gion, 118 Monroe Street, Port Clinton) on Saturday, March 28th from 9 a.m. – Noon to process passports and photos. the amount of $34,014.01. Individuals may pick up an application for a new (DS-11 application) or renewal (DS-82) in the Ottawa County Clerk of Courts – Title Office or visit the website at www.co.ottawa. oh.us to complete the DS-11 application. Do not sign and date the application as this needs to be done in witness of an employee. Applicants must bring a drivers license or photo I.D. and their original birth certificate with the raised registrar seal on the enthusiasm we all witnessed during the election of (this will be sent back to you with your passport). Additional President Obama and working with the Democrats at both information regarding passports is available by visiting the the state and local level.” United States Department of State website at www.travel. The Ottawa County Democratic Central and Executive state.gov. Cash or checks will be accepted. For more inforCommittees meet on the third Thursday of the month at 7 mation, call (419) 734-6753. p.m. at the Riverview Nursing Home (just east of Oak HarThe following charges are: bor on S.R. 105) in the activities room. Meetings are open to the public. Interested Democrats are encouraged to attend. Passport Book Passport Fee Processing Fee Total For more information on meeting dates, times and locations or other opportunities to work with the Democratic Party of Age 16 and Over $75 $25 $100 Ottawa County, call Dan Laity at 419-862-3053. Age 15 and Under $60 $25 $85 Renewals (by mail) $75 N/A $75 Passport Card Age 16 and Over $20 $25 $45 Age 15 and Under $10 $25 $35 also our community. Carlos Mincheff, President of the Oak Harbor Athletic Boosters stated, “Once we realized the bank *Additional $10 for passport photos was willing to assist in the purchasing of this sign, we were equally as excited to join them in this endeavor.” “We felt the sign will serve as a great resource to communicate information to the community about current and upcoming events in our schools, as well as the two large events in our community run by the Chamber of Commerce, such Continued from page 1 as the Apple Festival and the Independence Day Celebration. presentation, the lights will go out, and the celebration will This entire project would not have been possible without the continue outside. Visitors will be encouraged to share their generous support from the National Bank of Oak Harbor, recollections about the Lake Erie area or just enjoy the night the Oak Harbor Athletic Boosters, as well as the donations sky. from the Music Boosters Group and the High School StuParticipants are encouraged to dress warmly and bring dent Council. I am also grateful to Jeff Dornbusch, former lawn chairs to sit around the campfire rings. Cookies and hot B-C-S treasurer for his assistance in making this project a chocolate will be provided by Eastern National, the park’s coreality,” stated Keith Thorbahn. operative association. For more information about the speSign Source Company, LLC of New Knoxville, OH will build cial event at the park, call Perry’s Victory and International the new sign and assist B-C-S staff with the installation. The Peace Memorial at (419)285-2184. For more information sign will be installed within the current brick structures. about Earth Hour, visit www.EarthHourUS.org.

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Democrats Appoint Central Committee Chairperson Susan Mulligan was appointed as the Chairperson of the Ottawa County Democratic Central Committee at the Ottawa Democrats March monthly meeting. Mulligan replaces outgoing Chair Jodi Regal who also currently serves as Ottawa County’s Auditor. Outgoing Chair Regal and Incoming Chair Mulligan have served as officers of the Central Committee since 2006. Regal cited a recent increase in family responsibilities as her reason for giving up the post. Susan Mulligan explained that her new responsibilities will be challenging because, “Jodi’s shoes are going to be difficult to fill.” But she added, “I am looking forward to building

Outdoor Digital Sign for Oak Harbor High School Continued from page 1 “The decision to purchase a new sign was the direct-result of us no longer being able to find replacement parts for our current sign. The existing sign was installed in the early 1980s and has served us well,” stated Keith Thorbahn, Oak Harbor High School Principal. “So, when the bank approached us with the idea of donating funds to purchase a new digital sign, their timing could not have been more perfect. We were then equally fortunate to be able to secure matching funds from the athletic booster organization.” The full color high definition sign is fully programmable, and additional features include high resolution animated graphics, built-in time and temperature, the ability to schedule messages up to one year in advance, and adjustable power supplies which will extend the life of the sign. “In celebration of our 75th anniversary, we knew we wanted to do something special for our community,” stated Gary P. Macko, President and CEO of The National Bank of Oak Harbor, “and this sign project seemed like the perfect opportunity to not only give something back to our schools, but

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CommunityCalendar If you would like to submit an event or change the information to our Community Calendar it should be in the office by Monday 3:30 p.m. Attn: Charlene Deyoe, 205 SE Catawba Rd., Suite G, Port Clinton, OH 43452 or Call 419-732-2154 Fax, 419-7345382 or e-mail: charlene@thebeacon.net SPECIAL NOTICES: Free TaxAide assistance, E-Filling Federal & State Income Tax. Bring all tax documents including proof of Real Estate Tax paid and Stimulus Payment received. Phone (419)734-1481 Contact Charles Meachen at 419-635-2349 or e-mail meachennjcf@aol.com The following datesWednesday 9:00 AM to noon, every Wednesday, Feb 4 to April 8, 2009 at The Port Clinton Senior Center. Thursday, 9:00 AM to 3 PM, every Thursday, Feb 5 to April 9, 2009 at The Ida Rupp Public Library. Friday, 9:00 AM to noon, every Friday, Feb 6 to April 10, 2009 at The Ida Rupp Public Library. The Marblehead K of C will have their perch & perogies fish fryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s on Fridays April 3rd 5:00 to 7:00PM in the St Josephâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Church basement located at 822 Barclay St. Marblehead. The public is Invited Sunday, March 29, 2009: 8:30 A.M. Oak Harbor Knights of Columbus Founderâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Day Anniversary Mass at St. Boniface Catholic Church. All Singles Dance Humane Society Hall 4550 Fostoria Ave Findlay, OH March 28, Party Night- Dressy Attire- Alumni Welcome. Smoke/Alcohol Free Doors open at 8 PM, admission $7. The Gathering - Thursday, Mar. 26 Free and open to the public. Bring the family. 4:30 to 6:00 PM at St. John Parish Hall, Corner 2nd and Adams Sts. Join in with food and fellowship. Sponsored by the Community Ministries. SUNDAY: ATTEND THE CHURCH OF YOUR CHOICE - Check with churches for Summer schedules. 7:30-10:30am Breakfast & Conversation, St. John Lutheran, 2nd & Adams St. coffee, flavored coffee, Hot Chocolate & Breakfast rolls. Join others in the area for a relaxing morning. Call Bill Fehnrich with questions 419734-1116. 8:00am- Resurrection Lutheran Church- Coffee and Fellowship 2370 NE Catawba Rd.Catawba Island 9:00am- Resurrection Lutheran Church- Worship and Sunday School 2370 NE Catawba Rd.-Catawba Island 9:00am-Noon-2nd Sunday ea month Breakfast Buffet 8:30 to 11:30 2nd and 4th sunday of each month at American Legion Post 113 corner of Sand Rd. and Christy Chapel (formerly ABC Market) Open to Public Handicap accessible Adults $6.00 Kids under 12 $3.00 NOON- AA at St. Thomas Episcopal Church undercroft, 214 E. 2nd St 4:30pm - BINGO- St. Boniface Church, 215 N. Church St., Oak Harbor doors open 4:30, Games begin 6pm. MONDAY: 6:15am-7:45am PCHS Natatorium Morning Swim Thru PC Rec. No school\No swim. 1 month $40, Seniors 65+ $20 or $2 per swim, $1 for seniors. Passes available at City Hall. 6:30am-AA Meeting-Resurrection Luth. Church-2370 NE Catawba Rd.-Catawba Island. 6:30-7:15am Danbury Local Schools Adult Swim. $2\adult. Swim passes available $22.50\15 swims. 9:00am-Noon Food Pantry, St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Church of Christ, 165 Toussaint St. 419-898-0852 (Open to anyone in BCS school district). 9:00-10:00 AM - Yoga for Beginners/ Flexibility / Strength / Relaxation. At the Catawba Is. Community Center, 3307 NW Catawba Rd. Call to Register: Edwina Minor, Certified and Registered RYT 500. HM: 419956-0375 / Cell 330-256-0414. NOON- AA at St. Thomas Episcopal Church undercroft, 214 E. 2nd St. 2:00 pm- Sit-Fit 55+ a 45 min. program designed for active agers. Strength, flexibility, balance and increased energy are built upon. Call; The Vineyard on Catawba: 419-797-3100 4:00-5:00pm Danbury Local Schools Arthritis Swim. $2\ adult. $1/students. Swim passes available $22.50\15 swims. 5:00-6:00pm Danbury Local Schools Open Swim. $2\adult. $1/students. Swim passes avail-

able $22.50\15 swims. 5:00pm-Bingo at St. Maryâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Byzantine Catholic Church, 507 E. Main St. Marblehead. 5:30-6:30pm Yoga for Beginners/ Flexibility / Strength / Relaxation. At the Catawba Is. Community Center, 3307 NW Catawba Rd. Call to Register: Edwina Minor, Certified and Registered RYT 500. HM: 419956-0375 / Cell 330-256-0414. 5:30pm Magruder Conference Center: Cardio/Pilates - 1/2 hour of aerobic exercise followed by 1/2 hour of Pilates core exercises. Bring a mat or towel. $3 per class 6:00-7:00pm Danbury Local Schools Rental Time. $2\adult. $1/students. Swim passes available $22.50\15 swims. 6:00pm Bay Area Toastmasters, Commodore Perry Inn & Suites, Banquet Room, PC 2nd & 4th of the month. Public welcome. 7:00pm -AL-ANON at St. Thomas Episcopal Church. 2nd & Jefferson St. 7:00pm-1st Monday/ea. month Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Group @ Faith Methodist, 5th & Jackson St. 7:00-8:00pm Danbury Local Schools Open Swim. $2\adult. $1/students. Swim passes available $22.50\15 swims. TUESDAY: 6:30am -AA Meeting-Resurrection Luth. Church -2370 NE Catawba Rd-Catawba Isl. 8:00am -Menâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Prayer Breakfast @ Trinity United Meth. Church, 135 Adams St., PC 8:15am- Walk the Halls to Fitness at Port Clinton High School Enter at the Performing Art Center by 8:30am Every Tuesday and Thursday when school is in session For more information call 419-732-2102 or jgluth@ pccsd.net 9:00am -Woodcarvers meet @ St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lutheran Church. 9:00am- Authentic Man Study: Every first and third Tuesday of the month @ Chapel on the Lake Noon-Rotary Club at The Elkâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lodge #1718, 231 Buckeye Blvd. 1:00pm -Euchre Games every 1st and 3rd Tues. of each month. Port Clinton Sr. Center, East 3rd St. Port Clinton. 1:30 pm- Quiet Strength YogaA unique blend of yoga postures and stretches. Perfect for 55+. Accented are balance, breathing and flexibility. Call: 419-7973100 The Vineyard on Catawba for more information. 4:00-5:00pm Danbury Local Schools Open Swim. $2\adult. $1/students. Swim passes available $22.50\15 swims. 5:30pm Weight Watchers, @ Otterbein North Shore Retirement Community, mtg. 6pm weigh in at 5:30pm. 5:30pm Magruder Conference Center: Strength Training - Works all the major muscle groups. Bring a mat or towel. $3 per class 6:00-7:00pm Quiet Strength/ Yoga-lates at the Vineyard on Catawba (Off West Catawba Rd.) Community Room. Welcome anytime. Questions can be directed to Certified Instructor: Toni Garrett 419-732-0992 6:30-8:00pm Hatha yoga class, Gentle to the experienced 25th year of teaching classes. @ Magruder Hospital 2nd floor Conf. Ctr.419-635-2337. Call Linda Green for more info. 419635-2337. 6:30pm -TOPS #1487 Resurrection Luth. Church. NE Catawba Rd., Catawba For More Info Call Marylou Carroll 7974283 Weigh in 6:30, mtg. At 7pm. 7:00pm Authentic Man Study: Every first and third Tuesday of the month @ Chapel on the Lake 7:00pm- Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible Studies; Song of Solomon- Marlene Jensen @ Chapel on the Lake. 7:30pm Council Meeting, Council Chambers 7:30pm Knight of Columbus 1st&3rd Tues each month, Bergeman Hall 109 E. Perry St. 8:00pm -AA @ St. Johnâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Lutheran Church Hall, Stone St., Marblehead. WEDNESDAY: 6:30am -AA Meeting Resurrection Lutheran Church, 2370 NE Catawba Rd-Catawba. 8:30am - 1st Wed/Month Breakfast with April PC Senior Center East 3rd St. PC 12:00 - AA mtgs.@ St. Thomas Episcopal Church undercroft, 214 E. 2nd St. Port Clinton. 9:30 a.m. Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible Study - Boundries in Marriage at Chapel on the Lake 12:00 - Port Clinton Artists Club @ Ida Rupp Public Library. 5:00-6:00pm Danbury Local Schools Open Swim. $2\adult. $1/students. Swim passes available $22.50\15 swims. 5:30pm - Take Off Pounds Sensibly (TOPS) #949. Oak Harbor Library Community Room, 147 W. Main St. Call 419-898-9205 for more info. 5:30-6:30pm Weekly Bible study Methodist Kids Club, ages

4-13, @Bible Methodist 150 Maple St, Port Clinton. 5:30pm Magruder Conference Center: Cardio/Pilates - 1/2 hour of aerobic exercise followed by 1/2 hour of Pilates core exercises. Bring a mat or towel. $3 per class 6:00pm Marblehead Main Street Merchants mtg., @ Averyâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s CafĂŠ. Open to public. Meetings always held on 1st Wednesday of each month. 6:00pm-PC Nazarene Church, 205 W. 4th St, Dinner, Children, Teens, Adult Activities. 6:30pm- Jr. High & High School youth group at Chapel on the Lake. Contact Nathan and Elizabeth Davenport for more information. 7:00pm - Family Night @Erie Shores Assembly of God, 220 Gill Rd. 7:00-8:00pm Danbury Local Schools Adult only open swim. $2\adult. Swim passes available $22.50\15 swims. 7:30pm - Port Clinton Eagles Aux. Meeting 2nd & 4th Wednesday. THURSDAY: 6:30am - AA Meeting, Resurrection Luth. Church, 2370 NE Catawba Rd.-Catawba Isl. 8:15am- Walk the Halls to Fitness at Port Clinton High School Enter at the Performing Art Center by 8:30am Every Tuesday and Thursday when school is in session For more information call 419-732-2102 or jgluth@ pccsd.net 9:00am - NOON Food Pantry at St. Paulâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s United Church of Christ, 165 Toussaint St. Oak Harbor 419-898-0852 (Open to anyone in BCS school district). 10:00am- Womenâ&#x20AC;&#x2122;s Bible Study; Daniel-Mary Hall @ Chapel on the Lake 4:00-5:00pm Danbury Local Schools Open Swim. $2\adult. $1/students. Swim passes available $22.50\15 swims. 5:30pm Magruder Conference Center: Strength Training - Works all the major muscle groups. Bring a mat or towel. $3 per class 6:00pm 2nd Thurs of each month (Beginning 12/13) Support meeting for Chronic Pain Suffers & Loved ones @ Edgewood Manor Nursing Home, 1330 Fulton St., PC. 6:00pm-Trap and Skeet Shooting, Camp Perry Shooting Club. 6:00-7:00pm Quiet Strength/ Yoga-lates at the Vineyard on Catawba (Off West Catawba Rd.) Community Room. Welcome anytime. Questions can be directed to Certified Instructor: Toni Garrett 419-732-0992 6:30pm- Bingo at Immaculate Conception School Auditorium. 7:00pm- American Legion Post #113 Meetings 1st of each month. 118 Monroe St. 7:00pm - Marblehead Village Council meeting 2nd Thurs of each month. 7:00pm -TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) Chapter 1531 @ the Senior Citizens Center. 7:00pm - 3rd Thurs. each month. Marblehead Lighthouse Historical Soc. Monthly mtg. 7:00pm- Stepping Out: A Journey Thru the Psalms of AscentCarolyn McDaniel @ Chapel on the Lake. 8:00pm - AA AL-ANON

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BeaconBits Sue and Horst Herzog of Catawba Island had a great treat recently when their grandson Alan Mulcahy, a high school student from Chugiak, Alaska, was here in the Port Clinton area for a few days. Alan is the son of Debbie Herzog Mulcahy (a Port Clinton High School graduate), and he was a member of a four-person shooting team that had won the Alaskan high school championship competition. They then came to Camp Perry to perform in the national competition. By the way, the town of Chugiak is about a thirty-minute drive north of Anchorage. Alan is in the Junior Navy ROTC program at his high school and is a member of the Precision Shooting Team there. He and the other team members arrived in Port Clinton at about 2 a.m. on Thursday, February 26 and left just three days later. Late on Thursday they had a practice session, and then Sue and Horst took the team to the Jolly Roger restaurant in Port Clinton where they all got to taste Lake Erie perch. Most of the boys had never tasted that delicacy before. There were more than 100 shooters from all across the nation at the competition at Camp Perry. The competitive shootings were on Friday and Saturday. The Alaskan team came in fifth among 14 teams competing, and one of their members was the top winner in the overall scoring. On Saturday night when the competition was all finished, the boys went to Herzog’s house for pizza and games and relaxation. Next day they left at about 11 a.m. for Detroit to take the flight back to their home. Proud grandma Sue said that their shirts had “Borealis Bulls Eyes” written on the back – so of course she took some pictures of that and also many other photos of the group. ~~~~~ Around noon on St. Patrick’ Day (a sunnier, warmer day than we had formerly been experiencing) some brave folks were having an outdoor meal at a picnic table in the park along the lakefront. They appeared to be wearing coats – but my guess is that, in spite of a bit of a nip in the air, they were having a mighty good time. I’m looking forward to being out of doors as soon as we get some really spring-like weather. It’s time after the long and intense winter we have had. And that reminds me it is time to think about spring house cleaning. (You will note that I said “think about” it, not that I’m actually gearing up to do it). Years ago, when I didn’t work at a full time job, there would come a day in the spring when it was obvious that the season had turned from winter to summer. I’d open doors and windows, a spring breeze would waft through the house, and suddenly everything inside the house looked dirty, and I’d know it was time to do the spring housecleaning. I’d tear into it, work every day ceaselessly, and then (about a week later) the house would be totally clean. Windows and walls would be scrubbed and polished. Curtains would not only be clean but starched, ironed and re-hung. Bed spreads and bed skirts would be fluffy. Every drawer and cupboard in the house would be as close to being organized and spotless as it was ever going to be. That was back then. Nowadays life is more complex so I tackle these jobs in a more organized manner. Also, I do shorter, simpler, less time-consuming tasks when I have a few minutes to spare. Little by little, I finish as much spring cleaning as I’m going to get done for the year – and that is usually not all of it! Below are a few things you can do when you have just a few minutes. I usually do these after I start fixing dinner and waiting for the meal to finish cooking. And remember, you need to have a box handy in which you will put everything you’re going to get rid of. (And you’ll find plenty!) -Clean one drawer (in any room). -Clean one shelf of any cupboard or cabinet (in any room). -Take down the kitchen curtains and toss them in the laundry. (You don’t have to do the laundry right then. The cur-

tains can be down for a few days or even longer). -Take down washable curtains in other places, one room at a time, launder them and re-hang. -Wash one window at a time inside BY VIRGINIA PARK while the curtains are down. -Scrub kitchen countertops. -Clean out a shelf in the refrigerator. -Wipe down the woodwork around a couple of doors. -Pick up scatter rugs in one room; shake them; put them in the laundry. -Clean a medicine cabinet (and pitch outdated stuff). -Wipe off all small appliances. -Clean exterior of refrigerator or stove. -Clean mirrors. -One shelf at a time, reorganize linen closet. -One shelf at a time, clean the bookcases. -Clean window blinds, one at a time. -Clean garage – one space at a time. -Clean one tub or shower. -Wipe computer and television screens. -Sweep porch or deck. -Wash a group of figurines. -Clean or dust a “collection” of items. -Clean ashes out of fireplace and make it look like summertime (maybe with a big basket of faux flowers in the fire box). -Swish feather duster around the top of all pictures and wall hangings. Note: This is a great time to get rid of shoes and winter clothes you didn’t wear. Bag them up for a garage sale, rummage sale or charity store. ~~~~~ I hear that the boats are going to start running to the islands again soon. The boat from Marblehead to Kelleys Island may begin trips this week. If so, I possibly have taken my last airplane flight to Kelleys Island on Sunday for this season. It was a good flight this past Sunday. I go over there to lead worship services and on the way I see something new every time I make the eight-minute flight over or back. This last one afforded an especially good view of the quarries on the Danbury Peninsula and the animals at African Safari. One thing I saw for sure from the air for the first time in a long time – there was no ice anywhere on the lake. Maybe spring has sprung at last. ~~~~~ It has been 125 years since Lillian Turner became the first graduate of Port Clinton High School and the first alumnus. Graduates of Port Clinton High are planning an alumni gathering and 125th Quasquicentenniel Celebration for September 25 and 26, 2009. Activities for the two-day celebration include an Alumni Band, and recognition of Alumni including a special invitation to all past DECA Alumni during the Port Clinton Redskins vs. Edison football game at True Lay Stadium on Friday. An Alumni Brunch will be held on Saturday from 10 a.m. to noon (tentative) at the Port Clinton Yacht Club (advance ticket purchase will be required). The All-School Reunion will be held at Kokomo Bay, 40 Madison Street, with social time from 6-8 p.m. Past and present teachers are invited to join in the “Teacher Corner”. At 8 p.m. the party will move to the streets of downtown Port Clinton to the Harvest Festival tents in front of The New Island House where friends can continue to reminisce and enjoy the live band, local food vendors and much more. Tell your friends and classmates to mark their calendars for the First Port Clinton All-School Reunion and 125th Celebration! For more information or to volunteer your assistance, contact Jan Gluth at jgluth@pccsd.net or call 419-732-2102.

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Audition dates for “Maybe, Baby, It’s You” are March 31 and April 1 for the play which can be seen May 7,8,9,14,15,16 and 17 at the Theatre at 604 W. Sixth Street. “Maybe, Baby, It’s You” is a comedy about the search for the perfect soul mate, done in 11 vignettes. When originally produced, the two authors played all roles. Playmakers is expanding the cast to 14-20 actors. It is the perfect play for someone who has always wanted to be onstage, but did not want a lot of memorizing or rehearsal time. Director Jan Huston promises a good time and some free reign to the cast members, in addition to a shortened rehearsal schedule. “This is going to be fun! Everyone, young and old, is invited to audition.” For more information or to review a script, contact Jan Huston at 419-797-2926.

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This year, Easter Seals is celebrating 90 years of providing quality services to those in need. To honor this milestone, Easter Seals will be hosting a new event in Ottawa County – “Savor the Flavor of Firelands’ Finest”. The event will take place on Monday, April 20 from 6-9 p.m. at the Island House in Port Clinton. The evening will give guests an opportunity to sample some of the finest cuisine and wines in the Firelands area. Savor the Flavor of Firelands’ Finest will feature cuisine from: Bassett’s Market, Bella Cuisine your personal chefs, Crow’s Nest Restaurant, EHOVE Culinary Arts, The Garden Restaurant and Catering, Great Lakes Popcorn Co., The Island House, Marina Del Isle, McCarthy’s Irish Pub & Restaurant, Nagoya, Slater’s Madison Street Pub and Toft’s Dairy. Tickets are $25. To purchase tickets or for more information, call 419-332-3016. Savor the Flavor Sponsors include: Firelands’ Winery, Key Bank, Magruder Hospital, Eagle 99 and Mix 102.7 All money raised will support local programs and services to adults and children with disabilities in the local community.

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The Ida Rupp Public library in Port Clinton, has joined film critic and filmmaker Thomas Brown to offer a series of weekend movie marathons on specific Fridays and Saturdays and will feature cult drive-in type films in various categories, including science-fiction, horror, suspense, comedy and documentaries on the paranormal. The movies will be shown in the community room of the library. On March 28 the suspense thriller marathon begins with “I Saw What You Did” at 1 p.m., “The Window” at 2:30 p.m., “Midnight Lace” at 4 p.m., “Race With The Devil” at 6 p.m. and “Wait Until Dark” at 8 p.m. Host Thomas Brown is no stranger to the world of cult and drive-in type films. An avid collector of films for three decades, a published critic, a prominent zombie in George A. Romero’s “Day of the Dead” and the writer-director co-editor of one of the only authorized documentaries to commemorate the 25th anniversary of “Night of the Living Dead,” Brown has made it a goal to entertain local folks with all kinds of fun and rare movies; “the kind of movies that you just can’t walk into Blockbuster or any place like them, and find on the shelf,” said Brown. “This is going to be like an indoor drive-in. People can bring their own refreshments, snacks and food, sit on the floor or in chairs and just pig-out and enjoy an entire day and evening of cool movies, shorts and trailers,” Brown explains. “The only thing missing is the pole speakers and fog. This will be free to the public, and patrons can thank Friends Film Arts Series coordinator Peggy Debien and library director Jim Crawford for being open to such a unique concept.” Although there is no cost to attend, patrons are welcome to make donations to the library’s film collection. The indoor drive-in movie marathons will officially begin on a regular basis in May, but there will be programs scattered throughout March and April. Check the library events section of the website www.idarupp.org for upcoming schedules.

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Film Location at Put-in-Bay “Ant Boy”, a film that will help children of all ages understand and respect those who are different; in particular those with Asperger’s or Autism, will be shown at the Ida Rupp Public Library Community Room on Thursday, April 16 at 7 p.m. This film, which is about 25 minutes in length, was shot on location on Put-in-Bay. Actors are local children and adults in this film which was written, edited and directed by Thomas Brown. All ages are welcome, and no registration is required. Contact Ida Rupp Public Library at 419-732-3212 for more information.

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Seaman Completes Basic Training Navy Seaman Apprentice Shannon L. Ramey, son of Cynthia S. and Glenn D. Ramey of Port Clinton, recently completed U.S. Navy basic training at Recruit Training Command, Great Lakes, Ill. During the eight-week program, Ramey completed a variety of training which included classroom study and practical instruction on naval customs, first aid, firefighting, water safety and survival, and shipboard and aircraft safety. An emphasis was also placed on physical fitness. The capstone event of boot camp is “Battle Stations”. This

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SeniorLiving Nominations Sought for Ottawa County Senior Citizen Hall of Fame The Ottawa County Seniors’ Activity Committee, under the direction of the Ottawa County Senior Advisory Board, is seeking nominations for its annual Ottawa County Senior Hall of Fame. Nomination forms are available at all Ottawa County Senior Centers: Danbury, Put-in-Bay, Port Clinton, Oak Harbor, Elmore and Genoa. All nomination forms must be returned to the Ottawa County Senior Resources Office by April 15th. Nomination forms will be reviewed by the Ottawa County Board of Commissioners and the staff of Senior Resources to

determine the 2008-2009 Hall of Fame recipients. The purpose of the award is to recognize senior volunteers in the community who exemplify a positive image of aging, demonstrating these characteristics through their involvement and contribution to various volunteer activities throughout Ottawa County. Nominations are open to anyone 60 year of age or older who resides in Ottawa County or participated in volunteer activities for any organization in the county. The Senior Hall of Fame winners will be inducted during

Artistic Creation Set to Music

Boa’s of Fun The living room at Edgewood was jumping with fun as Laurie Burdine sang and danced her way into the hearts of the audience. Residents were wrapped in multi-colored boas while they kept beat to the lively music with tambourines. Such familiar oldies as “Ain’t

Ottawa County’s Spring Senior Day, scheduled for Wednesday May 13th. Award recipients will receive a plaque commemorating their achievement. In addition, their names will be added to a county plaque which will hang in the Senior Resources office. For more information or to obtain a nomination form, contact a local Senior Center or contact Senior Resources at 1-877-898-6459. The applications can also be found on the Senior Resources web page http://www.co.ottawa.oh.us/ocseniorresources/index.htm.

She Sweet”, “Music, Music, Music” and “Five Foot Two” caused a lot of wheelchair dancing to break out. Boas were twirling and smiles were plentiful as the morning was filled with a healthy dose of singing and laughter.

Artist Jim Andrews graced Edgewood with his creative skills and turned a blank canvas into a work of art before the eyes of amazed on-looking residents. With a spotlight focusing on his artistic prowess and gospel music

playing in the background, he used different colored chalks to design a landscape from a white void. “That was absolutely amazing,” said Doris Rounds, an Edgewood resident. “He has God given talent!”

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2009 Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program The sun is shining, the snow is melting, the trees are budding and local farmers are planning and preparing their crops for planting. It’s time again for the Senior Farmers’ Market Nutrition Program. Eligible participants will receive a one-time distribution of 10-$5 coupons valid until October 31, 2009, to be redeemed for locally-grown, fresh fruits, vegetables and herbs at participating farm stands and

markets. You are eligible if you are 60 years of age or older, you are a resident of Ohio and you have an annual income of $20,035 or less if you live alone or $26,954 or less for a household of two. Coupons will be available via a mail order process again. If you participated in the program last year, you will receive an application in the mail by the end of April. For an appli-

cation or more information, contact Ottawa County Senior Resources at 419-898-6459 or 877-898-6459. Remember: Eligible participants will only receive one set of coupons. Don’t forget to save some coupons to purchase items like your favorite peaches, sweet corn or apples later in the season.

Ottawa County Seniors to Host Second Annual Big Band Dance Ottawa County Seniors Activities Committee will host the second annual big band dance, “Spring Into Happiness II”, on Sunday, April 19 from 2 - 5 p.m. at Community Markets VFW Memorial Hall, 251 W. Main Street, Oak Harbor. Admission is $10 per person in advance or $12 at the door and includes an hors d’oeuvres buffet, door prizes, and raf-

fles. Music will be provided by the 17-piece “Night Session Big Band” comprised of musicians and vocalist from the northwest Ohio area. “Spring into Happiness II” is sponsored by Walker Family Funeral Homes and Otterbein North Shore Retirement Living Community. All proceeds will benefit the Ottawa County

Senior Levy Renewal Fund. The dance is open to the public age 21 and older. Tickets are available at all Ottawa County Senior Center locations or for ticket information or reservations, call Juanita Mills-Persely at 419-732-2617 or Otterbein North Shore Retirement Living Community 800-248-4074 / 419-798-8203.

Internet Use Among Seniors Up, But Shouldn’t Replace Human Contact BY CEINWEN PRICE HOME INSTEAD SENIOR CARE PORT CLINTON QuestionAs a 75-year-old widow I’ve noticed that more of my friends are sending e-mails. Is this a trend or just my imagination? Working on the internet is interesting, but some of my friends don’t like to get out much anymore. What can I do to have a more active social life? You are indeed part of the latest internet trend. While just over one-fourth (26 percent) of 70-75 year olds were online in 2005, 45 percent of that age group is currently online, representing the fastest growing group of internet users. A new report from the Pew Internet & American Life Proj-

ect says your age group has increased internet use more than any other since 2005. The web continues to be populated largely by younger generations, as more than half of the adult internet population is between 18 and 44 years old. But larger percentages of older generations are online now than in the past and they are doing more activities online, according to the analysis based on surveys taken from 2006-2008. Instant messaging, social networking and blogging have gained ground as communications tools, according to Pew, but e-mail remains the most popular online activity, particularly among older internet users. Fully 74 percent of internet users age 64 and older send and receive e-mail. At the same time, e-mail has lost some ground among teens; whereas 89 percent of teens said they used e-mail in 2004, just 73 percent currently say they do.

E-mail is great for staying in touch with friends and family, but shouldn’t replace human contact. Why not e-mail a friend about getting together for lunch or coffee? If no one is game, consider hiring a caregiver companion. Home Instead Senior Care, for instance, hires CAREGivers to go into the homes of older adults oftentimes for that human contact that is so vital to all ages. CAREGivers – many of them seniors themselves – can participate in favorite hobbies or accompany their clients to concerts or shows. Striking a balance between online socializing and the real thing is always the best way to go. For more information about Home Instead Senior Care, contact Ceinwen Price Full at 419-734-5050 or visit www. homeinstead.com. For more about the survey, log on to http://pewresearch.org/pubs/1093/generations-online.

Seniors Usher in St. Paddy’s Day Seniors from across Ottawa County donned their favorite game and snack and joined their fellow seniors on Sunday at Riverview Healthcare’s Multipurpose Room for the 2nd Annual Senior “Pot O’ Gold Game Day and Potluck”. Whether they enjoy pinochle, dominoes, Rack-o or the Dice game, they were sure to have a ‘lucky day’ as seniors had an opportunity to try it all! A game of Bingo also gave the seniors the opportunity to win prizes donated by the Ottawa County Senior Centers and Guiding Hands Home Care Services. Seniors also filled the food table with goodies galore, with such game-day snacks as veggie pizza, Bugles, cheese ball and crackers, double chocolate brownies and deviled eggs. The seniors

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were also treated to some traditional Irish music and many ‘green’ snacks and prizes. The highlight of the day was the 50/50 raffle with proceeds benefiting the Ottawa County Senior Levy committee. “The Senior Activity Committee worked hard to make this kick-off activity for 2009, a ‘Luck of the Irish’ kind of day,” said Juanita Mills-Persely, Chair of the Senior Activity Committee. “We have a great activity line-up this year for the seniors.” In addition, the Senior Activity Committee sold tickets for the upcoming 2nd Annual “Spring Into Happiness Dance”. The Senior Activity Committee also offered pre-sales of the soon to be released “Oldies but Goodies II” cookbook due out by May. If interested in the Dance or cookbook, call Senior Resources at 419-898-6459.

Senior Health Assessments Heritage Health Care in partnership with Ottawa County is conducting patient health assessments and monthly educational programs for Seniors 60 years and older who reside in Ottawa County. A RN will provide a health assessment, blood pressure checks, blood glucose and cholesterol testing, and referrals to private physicians.

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Schools PCHS DECA Qualifies for National Competition The Port Clinton High School DECA Chapter traveled to Columbus on March 13th and 14th to compete at the Career Development Conference for Marketing Education. On the line was a chance to compete at the national level. For the first time in four years, Port Clinton DECA will be attending the DECA International Career Development Conference in Anaheim, CA on April 28th - May 2nd. PCHS Marketing students Bill Derivan and Charles Hurt placed 2nd in Sports and Entertainment Marketing Team Decision Making. Students making the top ten include: Steven Showalter, 6th place Accounting Series; Kayla Castillo and Andrea DeLeon, 6th place Advertising Campaign; Adam Holmes, 10th place Technical Sales; Molly Taylor, 10th place Apparel and Accessories Series and Courtney Waite, 4th place Ohio Career Activity Written Project. Also placing at

the state level were Kali Rose, 12th; Matt Miller, 16th; Jacki Reinheimer, 22nd and Kayla Scheid, 45th. Along with Derivan and Hurt, Port Clinton is sending representatives Kayla Castillo, Andrea DeLeon and Steven Showalter to Anaheim to attend the Senior Management Institute, an intense two-day leadership development and team building seminar. Students are currently fundraising $1,000 each to help defray the cost of the trip. Anyone interested in helping the students meet their goal is asked to contact their advisor, Bill Hollister, directly at Port Clinton High School at 419-734-2147 or whollister@ pccsd.net. Left to Right: Adam Holmes, Courtney Waite, Steven Showalter, Molly Taylor (pillar)Matt Miller, Bill Derivan, Charles Hurt, Andrea DeLeon (pillar); Kayla Castillo, Kali Rose, and Jacki Reinheimer. Not pictured Kayla Scheid.

PCHS Band “Superior” at Competition Port Clinton High School Concert Band competed Saturday, March 14 in the Ohio Music Educators Association District Band Competition hosted by Perkins High School. Students competed in class B and received an overall rating of “Superior”. Members of the “Superior” PCHS Band include: Flute Katie Ashley, Jaclyn Brunzell, Kayla Castillo. Jeni Clawson, Kassandra Harder, Grace Lattimore, Chelsea Skinner, Lana Sneath, Ashley Waite, Ashley Zoeller. Oboe Marcy Lindsley, Rachel Rofkar, Elise Schellin. Bassoon Lynda Alvarado, Kelsey Lindsley. Bass Clarinet Corene Nickel, Paige Stevenson. Contra-Alto Clarinet Philip Spitler. Clarinet

Shelby Anderson, Lisa Ashton, Leah Below, Kelsey Erckman, Leighanna Folger, Taylor Grey, Alexis Jones, Emilee Kirk, Ashley Mooney, Molly Mooney, Amber Peto. Alto Sax Nick Castillo, Meigan Day, Sara Fisher, Stephanie Hopfinger, Jon Koch, Katrina Lindsley, Mike Vollmer. Tenor Sax Erika Bailey, Adam Leser. Baritone Sax Brad Warga Trumpet Zach Auxter, Kristen Brahier, Michelle Hablitzel, John Hartline, Isaac Hepp, Charles Hurt, Samantha Monnett, Jeremy Newton, Becca Rider, Allison Riley, Tyler Searight, Adam Sebastiano, Erin Smith, Blake Troller, Melissa Wolfe. Horn Elissa Barnes, Alisha Laferty, Cody McDavitt , Kayla Milligan *, Brenna Petersen. Trombone AJ Boissoneault , Kelsey

‘Lock-In’ Encourages Teen Discussion The second annual 12-hour “Lock-In” for students grades 6-12 will be held Friday, March 28, from 7 p.m. until Saturday, March 29, at 7 a.m. The multi-faceted event is sponsored by the Port Clinton Ecumenical Youth Group and the Marblehead Peninsula and will take place at St. John Lutheran Church and Trinity United Methodist Church in Port Clinton. First on the program will be mixers with parents and youth, to be followed by a presentation called “Media Talk,” which discusses how the media impacts lives in a religious context. Following the presentation, middle and high school students will divide into

Cousino *, Jared Fleming, Ariel Gresh, Adam Howerth, Eric Reynolds, Henry Rofkar. Bass Trombone Allison Rhoda. Euphonium Jacob Fleming,Ryan Guera, Nathan Heineman , Marshall Rounds. Tuba Lee Clum,, Nicole Hablitzel, John Pope , Jordan Wiewandt . Percussion Paul Carman, Haley DeLeon, Bill Derivan, Wes Dunfee, Neil Farmer, Nelson Farmer, Katrina Ford, Kelly Freimark, Bo Grey, Erik Hehr, Jessica Hurst, Charlie Hursey, Dillon McMurray, Jonny Newton, Matthiessen Nisch Quan. The Port Clinton High School Band is under the direction of Rod Miller.

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small discussion groups. There will also be a group for the parents. As the evening progresses, students will participate in a variety of games, activities, and a late night movie. Climax of the event is an “Iron Chef ” competition on Saturday morning with the students making breakfast. Registration/consent forms must be completed by parents prior to the Lock-In. For information, contact Pastor Dan Keck at St. John’s, 419-734-5548 or e-mail prdan@ stjohnlutheranpc.com. There is a $5 admission and students are asked to bring a snack to share.

Have you ever wondered what it’s like to be born lucky? Just ask J. Pierrepont Finch in Oak Harbor High School’s spring musical “How To Succeed in Business Without Really Trying”. Finch (Rob Baker) climbs the corporate ladder from window washer to head of the company with the advice of a “how to” book in this bright, 60sthemed musical. Along his rise, Finch meets Mr. Bratt, head of personnel, (Christian Berlin), and his secretary Smitty (Emily Macko) plus falls in love with charming Rosemary (Allison Bast) at the office. Finch’s “How to Succeed” book takes him from the mailroom of Mr. Twimble (Mike Rayburn) to attract the attention of company pres-

ident J.B. Biggley (Bryan Winters) and CEO Wally Womper (Ryan McPherson). Along the way, Finch must escape the clutches of Biggley’s nephew, Bud Frump, (Dereck Witt). Add Biggley’s sexy girlfriend Hedy LaRue (Marlee Carpenter), a hard-nosed head secretary, Miss Jones, (Lexie Frisch), plus a cast of swinging 60s executives, and you learn the secret of success and fun. Join the cast Friday and Saturday, March 27 and 28 at 8 p.m., and Sunday, March 29 at 2 p.m. Tickets, $8 for adults and $6 for students and seniors, are available from any cast member, by calling the high school at 419-8986216, or at the door. All seats are reserved. Ellen Tucker is the director.

Students of the Month Selected Port Clinton High School recently announced that the Students of the Month for February are David Allen Alvarez and Molly Taylor. David Allen Alvarez is the son of Anthony and Cheryl Alvarez. Over his four years at Port Clinton High School he has immersed himself in the Fine Arts Curriculum and related extracurricular activities. He is a four year member of the Orchestra, two year member of Touch of Class –

Captain. In addition, she was named to the 2nd team All-SBC and advanced to the sectional doubles tournament. She has been a member of the tennis team for four years. Molly plays the bass and is a section leader in the PCHS Orchestra. She is a member of the PCHS Drama Club and will be a “Shepoopi Girl” in the upcoming production of “The Music Man”. Other involvement at PCHS includes DECA and Spanish Club. Outside of school, Molly enjoys modeling for the Stone Agency in Cleveland, OH. Next year she will pursue a degree in Fashion Merchandising and Management from the Chicago Art Institute. Molly is the daughter of Bill and Jane Taylor.

chamber vocal ensemble, President of the PCHS Drama Club, President of the German Club and National Honor Society President. He is also involved in the French Club, Spanish Club and has performed in the OMEA District Music Festival Choir. David is taking Post-Secondary Options classes at Port Clinton High School and will have a lead role in the PCHS production of “The Music Man”. He plans to continue his education after high school at Terra Community College then go to Bowling Green State University to major in Pre-Education. Molly Taylor was a member of the SBC Championship Tennis Team this year, serving as their

February’s Terrific Kids Announced In cooperation with the Port Clinton Kiwanis Club, Port Clinton City Schools recognizes outstanding elementary students as “Terrific Kids”. The following have been honored as Terrific Kids in February 2009. Bataan Memorial Elementary Dean Wellik, Ethan Carpenter, Aidan Carpenter, Andrew Miller, Talia Graffice, Tristan Boling, Cayla Bodi, Lyman Brown, Keanoh De Leon, Alissah Sartin, Dylan Smothers, Jillian Hofacker, Reece Taylor, Caitlin Conrad, Michaela Ferrell and Grace

Heilmann. Jefferson Elementary School Seth Chambers, Quincy Kowal, Leslee Gilleland, Merissa Jagucki, Jenna Sullivan, Kendall Rusincovitch, Selena Harris, St. Boniface students swap their usual uniforms for green shirts and big Madaya Garza, Michaella Ward, BreAnne smiles to celebrate St. Patrick’s Day. PHOTO BY M.E.ROSIAK Crawford, Ella Miller, Kate Fontana, Aaron Lin, Logan Martinez, Noah Flynn, Alyssa Kessler, Ebony Kleinhans, Olivia Heckerd, Megan Vallance, Shannon Hickam, Joseph Cutcher, Adrian Laubert, Collin Rider and Kyron Glorioso.

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St. Boniface Catholic School, located at 215 N. Church St., Oak Harbor, will hold kindergarten screening for the 2009-2010 school year on April 2. Screening activities will begin at 8:30 am. Any child who will be five years old by September 30 and would like to attend St.

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TheVillageSquare BY K-9 OFFICER PHILLIP HOWELL MARBLEHEAD POLICE DEPARTMENT The Marblehead Police Department currently has four full-time Police Officers, one seasonal officer and a Police K-9. They would like us to welcome their newest addition to the police department, Casey Joy, who comes to us as a graduate of Hocking College. The rest of the Department is represented by Chief Gregory Fultz, K-9 Officer Phillip Howell, Officer Ryan Heise, Officer David Green and K-9 “Alex”. April 4th, 2009 will be the 3rd Annual Marblehead Police Association’s Reverse Raffle. The location of the event will be the St. Mary’s Social Hall located next to the Marblehead Lighthouse. Doors will open at 4:30 p.m. and dinner will be at 6:30 p.m. Dinner will include prime rib and authentic Mexican cuisine catered by Irma Howell and Amy

Magi. Tickets are $55, and the proceeds will benefit the Marblehead Police Department and K-9 Unit. The grand prize is $3, 500.00. The Marblehead Police K-9 Unit was established in 2003 and has since been very beneficial to the Department. Since the program has been in place, the Department has been very successful in Drug Interdiction. Last year (2008) the Marblehead Police Department netted 147 narcotic charges. The department ranked number one in Drug Disbursement money for Ottawa County. This drug money totaled $6, 520.50. This total makes the Department the leader for the seventh year in a row. K-9 “Alex is a 13-yearold German Shepherd imported from Czech Republic. He is the oldest police work dog in Northwest Ohio. Alex’s handler, Officer Phil Howell is looking to retire him in the near future. A fund has been established to purchase a new police dog in the future. A new K-9 is estimated to cost around $6,000

to $8,000. This year’s drive will be focused on raising some additional funds to support the purchase of a new K-9 with the help of Danbury To w n s h i p Police Officer Charlie Cunningham. Charlie has hand sketched a portrait of K-9 “Alex” and has donated it Officer Howell. There will be a total of fifty prints made, all of which will be numbered

and signed by Charlie. The first three prints will be auctioned at the Reverse Raffle. The rest of the prints will be sold at the price of $25. All the proceeds will benefit the K-9 Unit. Charlie has posted the print on his website which is called, “Custom Drawings By Charlie” www.customdrawingsbycharlie. com. The Marblehead Police Department has been loyal in protecting the lives and property of the citizens, enforcing laws, preventing crime and educating the public. They perform these duties with honesty and fairness. Through strong leadership and training they strive to serve as role models for the community, applying professional standards and commitment to integrity, sensitivity and compassion to those they serve. The Department is dedicated to the incarceration and service of justice to all who disregard and violate the laws that protect the citizens of this great country.

Records OBITUARIES George “Junior” Earl Walls George “Junior” Earl Walls, 85, of Catawba Island, OH, passed away, Monday, March 23, 2009 at H.B. Magruder Hospital, Port Clinton, OH. Visitation will be held from 5-8 p.m., Wednesday, March 25 in the Gerner-Wolf-Walker Funeral Home and Crematory, 216 Washington St., Port Clinton. Funeral services will be conducted 10:30 a.m., Thursday, March 26 at the funeral home. Interment will be in Catawba Island Cemetery, Port Clinton with full military graveside honors.

Patricia Lou Smith Patricia Lou Smith, 75, of Port Clinton, OH, went to heaven on March 20, 2009, surrounded by her loving family. Visitation was March 22 in the Gerner-Wolf-Walker Funeral Home and Crematory, Port Clinton, OH. Funeral services were conducted by Rev. James Lehman March 23 in the funeral home. Hortencia “Mary” Flores Hortencia “Mary” Flores, 79, of Port Clinton, OH died Thursday, March 19, 2009 at Riverview Healthcare Campus, Oak Harbor, OH. Memorial services were conducted Saturday, March 21 at the Gerner-Wolf-Walker Funeral Home & Crematory, Port Clinton. Visitation was the same day as the service at the funeral home. Interment was in Riverview Cemetery, Port Clinton.

Walter Wrobleski Walter Wrobleski, 97, of Marblehead died March 17, 2009. Visitation was March 20 at Neidecker, LeVeck & Crosser Funeral Home, 7755 E Harbor Road, Marblehead and March 21 at St. Joseph Catholic Church, Marblehead. Burial was in Calvary Cemetery, Cleveland. Jean E. Zajac Jean E. Zajac, 84 of Port Clinton, OH, passed away, Sunday, March 22, 2009 at H.B. Magruder Hospital, Port Clinton. Funeral services will be conducted by Father John Missler at 7 p.m., Wednesday, March 25 in the Gerner-Wolf-Walker Funeral Home and Crematory, Port Clinton, following a gathering of family and friends from 5-7 p.m. Burial will be in Holy Name Cemetery, New Jersey at a later date.

Health Free Hypnosis Seminars Offered The “Your Best Life Now” hypnosis lecture series is back. David Prudhomme, the Director of Mederi Wellness in Port Clinton is presenting his free seminars on Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy at Magruder Hospital Conference Center, Conference Room B, 615 Fulton Street in Port Clinton. Talks are scheduled beginning April 1 and will continue through April 23 from 6 to 7 p.m. Topics include how to stop smoking for good, lose weight, self-hypnosis for stress reduction, anxiety, pain and better sleep. Learn how the latest techniques in Hypnosis and Hypnotherapy can help you succeed in any area of your life. Learn

the latest facts behind Health/Wellness and the Mind/Body connection. Learn the secret of how your conscious mind and subconscious mind really work and how changing your thoughts can change your life. Learn how to easily and effortlessly improve your life immediately by changing the way you handle stress and anxiety. Register for a seminar at www.mederiwelless.com or by calling 419-341-1858. Receive a 25% discount off your hypnosis by attending this seminar. David Prudhomme is the Director of Mederi Wellness located at the Kenny House, 226 Adams Street, Port Clinton,

Ohio. He is a 1985 graduate of the United States Naval Academy and flew combat missions over Kuwait in Operation Desert Storm as a Marine Captain. He earned his Master of Science from Boston University. David is a certified Consulting Hypnotist, a Master Hypnotist and a member of the National Guild of Hypnotists. He is also a certified Life Coach. These seminars are presented as an educational opportunity to assist those wishing to learn more about how their mind works and how “focused attention” through the use of hypnosis can assist you in achieving all your goals in life.

Diabetic Support Group Meeting Set A SPECIAL BULLETIN: Magruder Hospital will offer its monthly Diabetic Support Group on Thursday, April 9, at noon in the Conference Center. The group is for anyone dealing with diabetes, including family and friends. Participants are welcome to bring their own lunch or purchase one in the Fulton Street Café prior to

noon and bring it to the meeting. Coffee, tea and water will be provided. For more information about this or other diabetic programs, as well as other support groups, events and screenings go to www.magruderhospital.com and click on the events calendar.

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2 STORY CONDO ... TOWNHOME PRE-CONSTRUCTION PRICE OF $391,000 3 Master suites with private baths. One on first floor. Great-room with fireplace, 2 sunrooms, powder room, One car garage. 2189 sq.ft.

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Danbury 2009 Track Teams Members of the Danbury High School Boys Track Team include: Ben Adams, Alex Burns, George Biedenbach, Nathan Dubbert, Jacob Fultz, Jason Hart, Geoff Holden, Jacob Krynock, Zane Ostheimer, Tikhon Ruggles, Hunter Stephens, Michal Ward and Brian West. Members of the Danbury High School Girls Track Team include: Yana Belesheva, Courtney Bird, Courtney Cook, Brittany Fultz, Alyssa Hamann, Hailey Hammersmith, Becka Hartman, Kyleigh Hemmer, Allison Hohman, Brittany Isom, Christine Longer, Kayla Oxendales KC Oxendale, Kelsey Pepa, Julie Rosenquist and Hillary Smith.

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Business Marblehead Resident Re-Elected President of State-Wide Association Youth Care Professionals, Inc., as its Vice-President for fourteen years prior to his election as President in 2007. He was re-elected President at the organization’s annual meeting held in Huron, in February, where he pledged to push for registration and licensing for child and youth care workers in Ohio and to position the Association for the next generation of professionals entering the field. According to Tony Rodgers, former President of the Association and current board member, “Steve Plottner represents the core values and mission of the Association and has contributed greatly to the success of the Association in his roles as a board member, long standing Vice-President and President. His involvement uniquely qualifies him for leading the way forward with the Association and membership. Steve Plottner’s dedication to the field of child welfare, his ability to address and surmount obstacles, his professionalism and his eagerness to forge and promote positive working relationships will be critical assets that will benefit the Association.”

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Bolte Insurance Executive Steve Gulas receives a special 30 year award from James Springer of the Cincinnati Insurance Company. Bolte Insurance has been an independent insurance agency in Port Clinton for nearly 75 years.

Davis- Besse Names Supervisor, Nuclear Engineering Programs FirstEnergy Nuclear Operating Company (FENOC) recently announced Perrysburg resident Jessica Kemp has been promoted to supervisor of Nuclear Engineering Programs at the Davis-Besse Nuclear Power Station. In her new role, Kemp will supervise Engineering Programs’ staff ensuring the proper development of programs that test and maintain plant equipment to ensure reliability. She began her service at Davis-Besse in December 2005 as a senior nuclear engineer in design engineering and engineering analysis. Kemp graduated with honors from Case Western Reserve University with a Bachelor of Science degree in Chemical Engineering. She is a graduate of the U.S. Naval Nuclear Power School in Charleston, South Carolina, finishing in the top 20 percent of her Naval Officer Training class and is currently pursuing her master’s degree in Business Administration from Case Western Reserve University.

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Captain’s Cove condo on shores of Lake Erie. Refurbished 2 bedroom, 2 bath with spectacular views! Sandy beach, clubhouse with pool & dockage available. $279,900

Commodore Bay – newer contemporary home with 2-30ft docks in marina at end of the street. Vaulted ceiling, stone fireplace, wood flooring & much more. 1949sqft, 3 bedrooms, 3 full baths. $225,000

Fairway Villa condo on the 9th tee of CIC golf course. Abbey model with 2 bedrooms, 2 full baths, 1451sqft and veranda. Community clubhouse and swimming pool. $279,900

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Orchard Beach cottage with peeks of Lake Erie. 2 bedroom, 1+ bath, beautiful brick fireplace, ceramic tile, enclosed porch & more. Association has private marina and sandy beach. $160,000

Catawba Cascades: 90x61 corner lot features fabulous views, 40ft dock with water & electric and wildlife. Build your vacation or primary home & have your boat slip at your door! $119,900

Cove on the Bay lot with great views of the Bay & marina! Build your primary or vacation home just a short walk from the association beach, pavilion & marina with dockage available. $44,900

* Waterfront home * Manicured sandy beach & stunning sunsets * Custom woodworking throughout * Ground floor master bedroom $497,000

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* Spectacular views of the CIC * Ranch in a luxury subdivision * Steps to dockage, swimming, and golfing * priced to sell * vacation or year round retreat $339,000

OPEN SAT 1-3 107 N MARGARET MARBLEHEAD- 3 bed 2 bath ranch home with newer roof, thermo pane windows, furnace and central air. Appliances included. Rear brick patio and nice landscaping. Great value in the heart of vacationland. 107northmargaret. hwoardhanna.com $129,900 SHERYL MARTIN 419-341-4424

MARBLEHEAD-6005 E. HARBOR RD L2A * Waterfront condo * Beautiful views of the Harbor * 30’ boat slip you will enjoy this luxury * Two bedroom unit $279,900

OPEN SUN 1-3 2024 BRISTOL DR MARBLEHEAD- Danbury Cove home features 4 bed 3 bath, open kitchen/great room with gas fireplace, full basement, 2 car garage and additional attached 14x38 boat garage. Includes 35 ft deeded dock. Money back guarantee. 2024southbristoldr.howardhanna.com $349,900 CHERYL HETRICK 419-202-0144

CATAWBA- 5 bed 3 bath 2 story home with private in-law suite. Over 1/2 acre lot surrounded by water on 2 sides with 97 ft of dockage. Gated community. Lake Views!! 2955shadrow. howardhanna.com $775,000 SUE PIACENTINO 419-341-4945

PORT CLINTON- New Listing! Sunrise & sunset views from this charming brick home on Perry Street. Sun room, newer kitchen and roof. Hardwood floors under most carpet, newer sun setter retractable awning for rear deck. Natural woodwork. Formal dining room. Close to public beach. Detached 2 car garage. $289,900 DONNA SCHOONMAKER 419-2604486.

CATAWBA- Fairway Villas at CIC! 2 bed 2 bath Abbey model overlooks putting green. Spacious sun room, fireplace. Convenient to clubhouse/pool. Enjoy views of CIC golf course from patio. Abbey model at low price! Howarhanna.com/900086 $239,900 GLENNA BENDER 419-341-1579

MARBLEHEAD- Waterfront with Kelley’s Island View from this 7 bedroom and 2 bath home on a beautifully wooded 3.61 acre lot. Possibility of B&B or development. Excellent location with a fabulous view! Money Back Guarantee! 302emainst.howardhanna.com $575,000 KARMEN LUCAS 419-656-9188

CATAWBA- Wow factor! 4 bed 3 bath home with touches a builder would put in his own home. Close to everything Ohio’s vacationland offers! Ideal second home or full time residence. Howardhanna.com/801145 $329,000 GLENNA BENDER 419-341-1579

CATAWBA ISLAND-3876 CLIFF RD. * Waterfront home w/ private pebble beach * Fully furnished * Original architecture and ambiance * Lake views from every room $1,600,000

SANDUSKY-327 CEDAR POINT RD. * Lakefront to Sandusky Bay! * Granite, and marble throughout featuring a * Wood-burning fireplace, built-ins, a * Custom kitchen * Private backyard, wildlife and bay views. $349,700

JUST LISTED PORT CLINTON- Newer doublewide with spacious rooms on the pond in The Fountains Mobile Home Estates. In the heart of Port Clinton close to the beach, river, downtown, yet secluded and quiet with a waterfront to relax by. Howardhanna.com/901535 $73,500 KARMEN LUCAS 419-656-9188

VACANT LAND PORT CLINTON- Undeveloped Lake Erie acreage with over 370 ft of lakefront/beachfront shoreline. Boasting approximately 4.85 +/acres. Located conveniently near Rt. 2 in the heart of vacationland. Investment opportunity! Howardhanna.com/900772 $1,950,000 SUE PIACENTINO 419-341-4945 JOHNSON’S ISLAND- exclusive 1/3-acre waterfront lot with dock (two 45 ft slips) in protected Quarry basin. Lake and Sandusky Bay are accessed right here. Minutes to school, downtown, lighthouse and ferry service to Islands. Build your home here! Howardhanna. com/901316 $165,000 KARMEN LUCAS 419656-9188 CATAWBA- Panoramic views of protected wetland. Cul de sac lot with walking trails, marina and dockage available. Build your

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* Ranch near CIC * Formal Living & Dining Rooms * Completely updated in 2007 * 3 bedrooms, 2 full baths * Open floorplan $199,900

CATAWBA- Catawba Bay lot sloped for walkout basement with pond and wooded backyard. Development features private dockage, pool and clubhouse. Howardhanna. com/706917 $88,500 CHERYL HETRICK 419202-0144 KELLEYS ISLAND- Wood lot, 0.40 acres, water and septic in. Ready for building. Relax and enjoy the Island life! Howardhanna.com/805897 $75,000 KARMEN LUCAS 419-656-9188 CATAWBA- Build your dream home in this development overlooking 60 acres of protected wetlands, 2 mile nature trail, private dockage and panoramic views of water and nature. Howardhanna.com/700731 $97,500 CHERYL HETRICK 419202-0144

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