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“Working for Business, Supporting the

Community and Investing in Gallia County.”

September 2013

The Bandstand

President Kyla Carpenter opened the meeting by welcoming every-

one and giving a brief overview of other Chamber events coming

up. Ms. Carpenter introduced Jimmy Wiseman, Chair of the Digi-

tal River Project (DRP), to talk about what the DRP is and what

they do in Gallipolis. Mr. Wiseman introduced the DRP Board of

Directors (officers as follows): Matt Johnson, Vice Chair; Meagan

Barnes, Secretary and Aaron Rykowski, Treasurer. Board of Direc-

tors as follows: Shayna Chapman, Randy Finney, Melissa Clark, Jodie McCalla (Past President), Josh Bodimer, Sahana

Willford, Robbie Pugh and Patrick Saunders.

Mr. Wiseman announced their new mission: “To create an ecosystem of innovation and entrepre-

neurship through assistance with business development initiatives and quality of life enrichment,

for those living and working in Gallia County.” Mr.

Finney laid out the parameters within the DRP area:

2nd Ave. 300 and 400 blocks from 1st Ave. to 3rd Avenue, encompassing

Court Street and State Street. He stated their goal is to revitalize and improve

this area. He announced a tax incentive program within the City, to help this

program. New businesses that come into town and employ a certain number

of people, will receive a tax refund back to their business.

Mr. Wiseman noted the history of the DRP was spurred by Sean Lane, who

had a similar program in Baltimore, called the Digital Harbor Foundation. A

local group was formed here and the goals were put in place. Several success-

es have been accomplished, according to Mr. Wiseman. Some of those are:

Nybble Café, Jividen’s Customs, the B&E Shoe Repair Project, Shop Local

Campaign, the Hoop Project, Creative Arts and they offer a Business Directory

listing for those in the DRP district.

If you would like more information on the DRP or would like to see if you are

eligible to apply for grant funding for a business you are opening in the DRP

area, contact Matt Johnson, Chair of the Application

Committee, by using their Facebook Page: https://

www.facebook.com/digitalriverproject or their website,

http://www.digitalriverproject.org/index.php/home-6.

Contents

First Friday……………………...……..1

Golf Tournament Recap………...….2

HR Luncheon Event………………….3

French City Chili Fest……………..4-5

Sept. Business of the Month………..6

BREC…………………………………...6

McCormick Ads...………………….....6

New Members…….……………….....7

NEW Product, Continued Partner-

ship……………………………………..8

Sodexo & HT Marketing Ads.……..8

Member News/Event……………9-11

Care Works………………………....12

Job Postings……………………...13-15

BCMR & Willow Wood Ads..……..15

Upcoming Events……………..…….16

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A GREAT time was had by all! The weather became a little damp but that didn’t “dampen” our golfers spirits

(pun intended LOL)! By 6:30 p.m. the Chamber has announced the winners of the Golf Ball Drop, 6 different

skill prizes, skins game and the 1st –3rd place winners along with door prize drawings.

Thank you SERVPRO of Jackson & Gallia Counties and Silver Screen VII for YOUR generosity. They

each gave $100 of their winnings back to the Chamber! THANK YOU!!!!

2nd Place Team: Silver

Screen VII/BTS/Toler Ins. 1st Place Team: SERVPRO

of Jackson and Gallia

Counties

3rd Place Team

WesBanco (not

present for photo)

Career Connections Team

waits out the rain

Jeff Lanham and Robbie

Jenkins wait as John

Bentley takes his swing.

Father Son Team, Jason

and Mike Northup

Chris Smalley assists Lori

Young, chair of the tourna-

ment in dropping the Golf

Balls.

Meagan Barnes goes in for

a look at the winning Golf

Ball…#84, Dave Wiseman

wins the $1,000

Special Thanks to our Corporate Sponsors:

Brown Brothers Nationwide Insurance

Buckeye Rural Electric Co-op

Career Connections

Cliffside Golf Course

Farmers Bank

Gallipolis Career College

Gallipolis Daily Tribune

Holzer Health System

Norris Northup Dodge

Ohio Valley Bank

Ohio Valley Christian School/HT Marketing

OSU South Centers

River City Outdoor Advertising

SERVPRO of Jackson and Gallia Counties

Silver Screen VII/BTS

Sunny 93.1

The Wiseman Agency

University of Rio Grande

WesBanco

Thank you to those who do-

nated raffle items, were Tee/

Green Sponsors and all on

the Committee!

Hole-in-One Prize Sponsored

by Peoples Bank/Raymond

James (Jo Ellen Fisher) and

Smith Buick Chevrolet

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The Ohio Chamber of Commerce partnered

with us for a very important lunch seminar on

August 30th. The Chamber Membership was

surveyed and the hot topic chosen was “What’s

New With Employment Law”. Attorney David A.

Riepenhoff of Fishel Hass Kim Albrecht LLP was

the featured presenter. Prior to Mr. Riepenhoff’s

presentation, Shane Castle, with Frank Gates,

talked to the group about Workers Compensa-

tion Group Rating Plans, available through the

Ohio Chamber of commerce.

Mr. Riepenhoff began the discussion with updates on the Family and Medical Leave Act

(FMLA). He sited many examples of employee’s abusing FMLA. He touched on other topics,

such as the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA), Title VII and GINA, FLSA and Background

Checks.

The Ohio Chamber of Commerce offers

an HR Academy you or your employees

may find useful. Log on to http://

hracademyohio.com or call Michelle Do-

novan at 614-228-4201 or email her at

mdonovan@ohiochamber.com.

David A. Riepenhoff Shane Castle with

Frank Gates A YORK RISK SERVICES COMPANY

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September Business of the Month

Auto Trim Center

Located at:

18 Berger Ave.

Gallipolis, OH 45631

740-446-1968

Non-Discrimination Statement ~ BREC Buckeye Rural Electric Cooperative, Inc. is the recipient of federal financial assistance from the U.S. Depart-

ment of Agriculture (USDA). The USDA prohibits discrimination in all its programs and activities on the basis of

race, color, national origin, age, disability, and where applicable, sex, marital status, familial status, parental status,

religion, sexual orientation, genetic information, political beliefs, reprisal, or because all or part of an individual’s

income is derived from any public assistance program. (Not all prohibited bases apply to all programs.) Persons

with disabilities who require alternative means for communication of program information (Braille, large print, au-

diotape, etc.) should contact USDA’s TARGET Center at (202) 720-2600 (voice and TDD). To file a complaint of

discrimination, write to USDA, Director, Office of Civil Rights, 1400 Independence Avenue, S.W., Washington,

D.C. 20250-9410, or call toll free (866) 632-9992 (voice) or (800) 877-8339 (TDD) or (866)377-8642 (relay voice

users). USDA is an equal opportunity provider and employer.

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JUST FIRED CERAMICS STUDIO

Charles Maxam

300 Second Ave.

Gallipolis, OH 45623

(740) 441-1150

SPRING VALLEY TIRE AND BRAKES

Alexander Abels

30 Sycamore St.

Gallipolis, OH 45631

(740) 441-1199

LUCKEYDOO’S 24 HOUR FITNESS

Wally Luckeydoo

1271 Eastern Ave.

Gallipolis, OH 45631

(740) 339-2529

www.luckeydoos.com

COMMON GROUNDS

Lee Bauman

PO Box 127

95 Main St.

Vinton, OH 45686

(740) 645-8536

www.commongroundsassociation.com

www.commonga.com

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GALLIPOLIS – Silver Bridge Coffee Company officially launched its single serve line for single serve brew-

ers during a ceremony Friday at Foodland on Second Avenue and made history in the process as one of the

few companies nationwide to possess the technology. Until recently, the “k-cup” processing technology was

under patent, which recently expired allowing for the building of machines that are affordable for smaller

roasting companies.

“This is really groundbreaking and it’s happening right here in Gallia County,” said OSU South Centers rep-

resentative Meagan Barnes.

Silver Bridge Coffee Company owner Lorraine Walker expressed her appreciation of the support she’s re-

ceived from the community and from Eastman’s Foodland, the first stores in Gallia County to carry Silver

Bridge Coffee.

“They were so gracious to let us in when it was a new idea,” said Walker.

Silver Bridge Coffee Company was formed in August 2008 in Walker’s home.

For the rest of this article visit The Gallia Hometown Herald at: http://galliaherald.com/local-

company-first-in-nation-to-launch-new-single-serve-coffee-line/

Meagan Barnes, OSU

South Centers & Kyla

Carpenter, OVB &

Gallia Co. COC

People gather for the

sampling of the NEW

Silver Bridge Singles!

Jim Bernholtz with State

Treasurer, Josh Mandel’s

Office

State Representative,

Ryan Smith Brent Eastman of Eastman

Foodland’s

Lorraine Walker, owner

of the Silver Bridge

Coffee Company

Singles brewing in the

Keurigs

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Arlie Wheeler III, DO, Joins Holzer Health System

Holzer Health System is proud to announce Arlie Wheeler, III, DO, Hospitalist, has joined our team of highly

skilled professionals.

Prior to joining Holzer, Dr. Wheeler earned his Internal Medicine Residency and Internship at Doctors Hospital

(OhioHealth) in Columbus, Ohio. He completed his medical degree from Pikeville College School of Osteo-

pathic Medicine in Pikeville, Kentucky and his Bachelors in Science from the University of Kentucky, Lexing-

ton, Kentucky. Dr. Wheeler will be providing Hospitalist services at our Gallipolis Medical Center.

Holzer Health System is a multi-discipline health care system of over 160 Board Certified Physicians, provid-

ing care in more than thirty areas of expertise, in fifteen clinical locations throughout Southeastern Ohio and Western West Virginia.

Holzer is committed to providing the best and brightest medical professionals in our health system, and are proud to have Dr.

Wheeler as part of the Holzer family.

Jennifer Davis, FNP, Joins Holzer Health System

Holzer Health System is proud to announce Jennifer Davis, FNP, Pediatrics, has joined our team of highly skilled professionals.

Prior to joining Holzer, Davis completed her Bachelors of Science in Nursing, Masters of Science in Nursing

and Family Nurse Practitioner degrees at Ohio University, Athens, Ohio. Before completing her FNP, Davis

was a Registered Nurse in the Medical/Surgical Unit at Pleasant Valley Hospital, in Point Pleasant, West

Virginia, and was a member of the Holzer family, working on the Medical/Surgical Unit and Critical Care Unit.

Davis will be accepting new patients at our locations in Athens, Gallipolis, Jackson and Pomeroy, Ohio.

Holzer Health System is a multi-discipline health care system of over 160 Board Certified Physicians, provid-

ing care in more than thirty areas of expertise, in fifteen clinical locations throughout Southeastern Ohio and

Western West Virginia. Holzer is committed to providing the best and brightest medical professionals in our

health system, and are proud to have Jennifer Davis, FNP as part of the Holzer family.

Steven Conley, MD, Joins Holzer Health System

Holzer Health System is proud to announce Steven Conley, MD, Radiologist, has joined our team of highly skilled professionals.

Prior to joining Holzer, Dr. Conley completed his Radiology Residency at University Hospital/University of

Cincinnati Medical Center, Cincinnati, Ohio. He completed his medical education at Marshall University

School of Medicine, Huntington, West Virginia, and his Internal Medicine Internship at Cabell Huntington Hos-

pital, St. Mary’s Medical Center and Huntington Veterans Affairs Medical Center, all located in Huntington,

West Virginia. He is Board Certified in Diagnostic Radiology.

Holzer Health System is a multi-discipline health care system of over 160 Board Certified Physicians, provid-

ing care in more than thirty areas of expertise, in fifteen clinical locations throughout Southeastern Ohio and

Western West Virginia. Holzer is committed to providing the best and brightest medical professionals in our

health system, and are proud to welcome Dr. Conley to the Holzer family.

For a complete list of services, please call 1-855-4-HOLZER or visit us on the web at www.holzer.org

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When: Saturday, September 28th Who: FREE TO ALL!!

From 10am to 2pm

Where: Raccoon Creek County Park,

O.O. McIntyre Park District

518 Dan Jones Road

*Farm Tours *Electrofishing *Kids Crafts *Animals *Gardening *Ag & Urban Tips

Questions? Want to be involved?

Contact Gallia SWCD 740-446-6173

FARM CITY DAY

2013

Join the Movement to End Texting and Driving

Drivers who read or send texts while behind the wheel are more likely to cause

crashes – often leading to life changing injuries and deaths. To put an end to tex-

ting and driving, AT&T launched the It Can Wait campaign, which Gallia County

Chamber of Commerce is proud to be a part of.

We’re excited to help take the It Can Wait movement one step further with “Drive 4 Pledges

Day” on September 19, 2013. On this day, It Can Wait advocates will be asking every driver to join us

in making a personal commitment not to text and drive – and recruiting others to do the same. To succeed

in making texting and driving a thing of the past, we’re going to need everybody’s help.

There are many easy ways to get involved. Once you take the pledge online, ask five other people to

vow never to text and drive, or simply share your pledge and what it means to you through your social

media channels. Here is a sample post:

No text is worth a life. Join me and @ATT to take action against texting while driving.

soc.att.com/15W2Ust #ItCanWait

For more ideas on how to get involved and information about texting and driving, visit ItCanWait.com.

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BWC’s Group Rating Program Offers

Employers Beneficial Savings

This time of year, you will likely start receiving offers encouraging you to enroll in different workers’ com-

pensation group rating programs. Choosing a group rating program with high savings is important, but there

are other factors you should consider, such as:

A Group’s Proven Performance & Return-on-Investment

Traditional Group Rating is the only guaranteed way companies can save a significant amount on their work-

ers’ compensation premium. Since the inception of group rating in 1991, CareWorks Consultants’ group rat-

ing programs participants have saved more than $2 billion in workers’ compensation premiums. For every

$1.00 spent in participation fees, the average participant in a CareWorks Consultants’ administered program

saved $11.00 in workers’ compensation premium, that’s a 1000% return-on-investment!

Group Size & Stability

Currently, more than 27,000 companies participate in a CareWorks Consultants’ administered group rating

program. CareWorks Consultants is Ohio’s largest private group rating program administrator. For the 2013

policy year we filed 83 workers’ compensation group rating plans, 20% more than our competitors. For em-

ployers, this means more opportunities for potentially higher savings and more predictable discounts than any

other third party administrator in the industry.

Employers should be wary of other plans that offer higher discounts. Plans with fewer employers often over-

state their projected discounts and then under deliver after you have enrolled.

It Pays to Compare

All companies should annually review their group rating eligibility. If you are already a client of CareWorks

Consultants your eligibility is automatically reviewed. If you are not a CareWorks Consultants’ client or did

not qualify for group rating last year, please take advantage of our no-cost, no-obligation analysis.

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Bank Teller

Career Connections is looking for a teller for one of their clients, a financial institution in Logan. Duties will include pro-

cessing financial transactions, opening and closing accounts, providing customer service and related duties as assigned.

This is a part-time, temp-to-direct opportunity hiring ASAP. This position will offer up to 30 hours/week between 8:00

a.m. - 8:00 p.m. Monday - Friday with an occasional need to work 4-5 hours on Saturday. Pay will be based on experience

but will be within the range of $8-11/hour.

To qualify for this position, a minimum of 1 year of experience handling cash transactions is required. Banking experience

is preferred. Strong customer service and communication skills are required. Candidates must be able to perform repeti-

tive hand tasks, such as typing and using a calculator, for long periods of time while sitting or standing. Candidates must

have computer proficiency, especially in Word and Excel programs.

Financial Services Specialist

Career Connections is looking for a financial services specialist for one of their clients, an insurance company in Athens.

This person will be selling insurance, including life, health, and property and casualty, and other financial services to new

and existing clients. He or she will be responsible for growing sales by making marketing calls, following up with clients,

and managing appointments.

This is a full-time, temporary-to-direct position starting immediately. The schedule will generally be during normal business

hours. This position has a competitive salary base, with a bonus based on sales. This employer also provides a benefit

package.

To qualify for this position, experience selling insurance and current licenses are preferred but not required. This client is

willing to help a motivated candidate begin a career in the industry. Candidates must have an outgoing personality, excel-

lent verbal and written communication skills, and be self-motivated. Candidates must be ethical, honest, and able to work

as part of a team. Candidates must also be customer-service-oriented.

Counselor

Career Connections is looking for a counselor for one of their clients, a large provider of behavioral healthcare services in

Gallipolis. Responsibilities include completing assigned clinical work such as: individual and group support treatments; con-

ducting and completing client assessments, diagnosis, reviewing and planning as per agency policies and procedures while

securing client participation; assisting individuals with achieving objectives and maximizing independence; coordinating and

assisting with crisis intervention, stabilization and referrals; serving as leader in a clinical team to establish and maintain

professional relationships with clinical and support staff; and providing additional services and programming as assigned.

This is a Monday through Friday, temp-to-perm, full-time position hiring as soon as possible. The pay will correspond with

experience and the company provides comprehensive benefits upon permanent hire.

To qualify for this position, candidates must have a valid driver's license, vehicle insurance and a good driving record.

CDCA or counselor trainee is required, but a professional counselor or licensed social worker is preferred. A high school

diploma or GED is required, with a degree in social work or counseling preferred. Computer proficiency and great verbal

and written communication skills are required.

This employer maintains a drug free workplace. Candidates must be able to pass a drug screen to be employed.

Qualified applicants may be eligible for the National Health Services Corp Loan Repay Program.

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Graphic Designer

Career Connections is looking for a graphic designer for one of their clients, an Athens employer. This person will be

part of a small staff of graphics designers, collaborating with multiple departments in print and online publications.

This is a direct-hire, full-time job opportunity starting ASAP. This is a salaried position and the exact schedule varies

depending on work volume. This company offers a competitive wage and benefits package.

To qualify for this position, candidates must be creative, confident, and detail-oriented. Experience in a production envi-

ronment is preferred. Candidates must be proficient with Macintosh and PC. Candidates must be skilled with Adobe

Creative Suite, especially InDesign, Photoshop, and Illustrator. Candidates must also be comfortable working under

pressure to meet deadlines. Additionally, candidates must be non-smokers.

Integrated Care Counselor

Career Connections is looking for a counselor for one of their clients, a large provider of behavioral healthcare services

in Athens. Responsibilities include completing assigned clinical work such as: individual and group support treatments;

conducting and completing client assessments, diagnosis, reviewing and planning as per agency policies and procedures

while securing client participation; assisting individuals with achieving objectives and maximizing independence; coordinat-

ing and assisting with crisis intervention, stabilization and referrals; serving as leader in a clinical team to establish and

maintain professional relationships with clinical and support staff; and providing additional services and programming as

assigned.

This is a Monday through Friday, temp-to-perm, full-time position hiring as soon as possible. The pay will correspond

with experience and the company provides comprehensive benefits upon permanent hire.

To qualify for this position, candidates must have a valid driver's license, vehicle insurance and a good driving record.

CDCA or counselor training is required, but a professional counselor, licensed social worker, LCDC II or LCDC III is

preferred. A bachelor’s degree in social work or counseling is required. Computer proficiency and great verbal and writ-

ten communication skills are required.

This employer maintains a drug free workplace. Candidates must be able to pass a drug screen to be employed.

Qualified applicants may be eligible for the National Health Service Corp Loan Repayment Program.

Office Manager

Career Connections is looking for an office manager for one of their clients, a client service organization in Athens. The

office manager is responsible for financial oversight and administrative support duties, such as:

• General ledger, finance statement, reporting, and forecasting

• Accounts payable, including project billing maintenance

• Payroll and employee benefit oversight

• Employee training, orientation and supervision

• Reception, correspondence, and customer service duties

• Maintaining member databases by performing data entry

• Project research and clerical duties as assigned

This is a full-time, temporary-to-direct position hiring ASAP. This company will consider a direct hire for the right candi-

date. The hours are Monday - Friday, 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. The wage will correspond with experience and this company of-

fers a competitive benefits package upon permanent hire.

To qualify for this position, candidates must have an associate degree in accounting or equivalent experience. Candidates

must have prior office management experience. Candidates possessing financial or employee benefit management experi-

ence are preferred. Candidates must have proficient computer skills and be able to work well independently.

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Property and Casualty Insurance Agent

Career Connections is looking for a property/casualty licensed insurance agent to maintain accounts and process claims

for one of their clients, an insurance firm in Athens. Duties may include some cold calling, but only a very small amount.

Most leads will be generated from a large existing database, company marketing, walk-ins and telephone inquiries.

This is a temp-to-direct position offering full-time hours. The schedule will be Monday-Friday, 9:00 a.m.- 5:00 p.m., with

an hour off for lunch. The starting pay rate is $12/hour but upon permanent hire, a strong candidate can expect to earn

$25-35K/year plus benefits.

The ideal candidate will be licensed and have work experience in the insurance field. Having a life/health license is ap-

pealing to the client as well. Candidates must possess excellent communication skills and a professional, mature atti-

tude.

Transportation Aide

Career Connections is looking for a transportation aide for one of their clients, a human service organization in Gallipo-

lis. This person will be providing transportation for clients in a company vehicle, filling out paperwork, and assisting with

light administrative support and maintenance duties.

This is a temp-to-direct, full-time job opportunity starting August 26. The schedule is Monday-Friday, 8 a.m. to 5 p.m.

The pay rate is $8.75/hour with comprehensive benefits offered upon permanent hire.

To qualify for this position, candidates must have a valid driver's license, insurance and a clean driving record. Candi-

dates must be computer proficient and work well within a team environment. This employer maintains a drug-free

workplace and applicants will need to pass a drug screen prior to their first day.

For more information about Career Connections, or to apply for this position and many others, please visit

www.careerconnections.info. We charge NO fees to applicants or employees. We are an Equal Opportunity Employer.

Please note: Career Connections requires at least two employment references from supervisors.

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REMEMBER.... SHOP LOCALLY!!!!

Farmers Market

Thursdays (4-7 pm) behind The Medical Shoppe, 101 Jackson Pike, Gallipolis, OH 45631

Saturdays (10:00-1 pm) on State Street side of the Gallipolis City Park (GPS use 16 State Street)

For more information email: galliacountyfarmersmarket@yahoo.com or go to www.growgallia.com

Gospel in the City Park

Every Friday beginning at (7 pm) For more information go to www.addisonchurch.com or call, 740-

367-7063

September 1-29

French Art Colony Monthly Exhibit: “Watercolor My World” by Gail Evans, 530 First Ave., Gallipolis, 446-

3834. Free and Open to the public. CLOSED Mondays; Tues.-Fri. (9-4); Sat. (10-3); Sun. (1-5)

www.frenchartcolony.org

September 19

Tech Security Summit at Ohio Valley Bank Annex. Located at 143 Third Ave. , Gallipolis. (5-7 pm)

More info and registration is at http://OVBtechsecurity.eventbrite.com

September 20-22

150th Annual Emancipation Day Celebration. The 2013 Homecoming Reception and Concert will be held

Sept. 20, (6pm) at the Ariel-Dater Hall, located at 426 Second Ave, Gallipolis. Activities on Sept. 21 & 22 will

be held at Bob Evans Farm-10854 SR 588, Rio Grande, OH 45674. (10 am Opening Ceremony)

For more info call 446-7611. www.emancipation-day.com

September 27

Ole Car Club Cruise-In, hosted by The Gallia Co. Convention and Visitors Bureau on Court Street, Gallipolis,

(4:30-7:30 pm). There will be Music, 50/50 Raffle, Food and Drinks.

For more info, call 446-4064 or 446-6882. www.visitgallia.com

September 28

Founder’s Day- The Our House Museum, 434 First Ave, Gallipolis (10am-4 pm) The Our House Museum will

have tours of the Our House Tavern and light refreshments. For more info, call 446-0586.

*Also, Farm City Day at O.O. McIntyre Park District, 518 Dan Jones Rd.-Upper level (10 am-2pm) There will

be Farm Tours, Kid’s Crafts, Ag & Urban Tips, Animals, Gardening and more! Lots of Family Fun. FREE TO

ALL!! Questions, contact Gallia SWCD 740-446-6173.

More Events

October 5th

Gallia County Chamber of Commerce 9th Annual French City Chili Fest. (8 am-5 pm) Registration deadline

October 2. Individual Entry Fee-$25 and Business/Organization Entry Fee-$50. For additional information

call 740-446-0596 or visit: www.facebook.com/frenchcitychilifest

October 19

Master Chef Now Casting Season 5. (10am-6pm) Hyatt Regency Columbus, 350 N. High St., Columbus, OH

43215. For more info go to: www.MASTERCHEFCASTING.COM

Visit www.visitgallia.com for other events happening in Gallia County & Gallipolis!