Community Roles in Ecosystem Building Webinar
Wednesday, October 9th – 1:00 pm – 2:00 pm
As a community leader, it can be so rewarding to contribute to the health of your region, but it can also be exhausting and frustrating sometimes to try to keep up with the endless demands and needs of community members. Together we will explore the dangerous myth of the “lone leader” and will discuss ways to crowdsource a leadership network in your community. Using the CO.STARTERS Community Roles In Ecosystem Building model, we will identify the diverse set of roles needed to more comprehensively address community issues.
Speaker
Enoch Elwell
Enoch frames and focuses the vision of CO.STARTERS. By better understanding the intersection of economic and community development, he helps the team align on doing the most strategic and effective work to transform communities through entrepreneurship.
He loves CO.STARTERS because we are helping people and communities thrive. His first business in middle school when he got together with his siblings and started selling homemade popsicles to the neighborhood kids. It took off and eventually put the local ice cream truck out of business! He used their profits to buy a go-cart, and learned a lot of lessons along the way…
Do You Want to be a Bicycle-Friendly Community Webinar
Wednesday, August 14th – 1:00 pm-2:00 pm
Speaker
Amelia Neptune
Amelia oversees the Bicycle Friendly America program, which includes Bicycle Friendly Community, Bicycle, Friendly Business, and Bicycle Friendly University. Before joining the League in December 2013, Amelia was the Campus Bicycle Coordinator at the University of Illinois at Urbana-Champaign (a Bronze Bicycle Friendly University!), where she experienced the BFU program from the campus perspective. Before that, she worked in communications at The Nature Conservancy’s worldwide headquarters in Arlington, Virginia. Amelia has a Bachelor’s degree from Pitzer College in Claremont, CA and a Master’s of Science in Environmental Sciences and Policy from Johns Hopkins University.
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Communityness Webinar
June 28, 2017 1:30 pm – 2:30 pm
Communityness” is the feeling that people experience when they feel connected to the place they live. It is the feeling of being a part of something larger, connected to your neighbors and fellow community members, a feeling of engagement and the sense of responsibility for the community at large. Cities and towns that foster a sense of “communityness” benefit in a myriad of ways including more engaged citizens, healthier politics, and increased talent retention and attraction. This session will explore this concept in three parts. First, what it means, and how to identify a place that has it. Second, the benefits of “communityness,” including health, social, engagement, politics, and economics. The final part will explore what community leaders can do to try and foster a sense of “communityness.”
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PRESENTER BIO
Jeff Siegler
Jeff is passionate about places and has spent his career assisting cities and towns to strengthen their sense of community. Back in 2001, while Jeff was working on a ranch in Montana, he got involved with an organization concerned with protecting land along the upper Yellowstone River. This sparked a lifelong interest in the connection between land and lifestyle and how place affects people. Jeff took this experience and grew it into a career. He has been able to couple his economics and urban planning education and background to provide unique insights for communities seeking to grow their economy and attract new talent while minimizing the use of local resources. He got his start working for a tax credit developer in Richmond and through this experience Jeff learned first hand the impact real estate has on community and continues to focus and build on the intersection of these two concepts. For the last decade, Jeff has been working hands on with midwest communities to help them revitalize their downtowns, grow the local tax base and improve the quality of life for residents. During this time he has successfully advocated for the passage of vital policies at the state and local level to make cities stronger and assisted dozens of towns in altering their trajectory. Jeff has been fortunate to pursue his passion around the country and internationally and has no plans to stop working for cities that work better for people. Practicing what he preaches, Jeff lives in a traditional Pittsburgh neighborhood where his son and daughter walk to school and Jeff can walk, bike and take the train to everything else.
Ohio Farmers' Markets to Try This Summer
This summer, explore the unique downtowns and find tonight’s dinner at a farmers’ market in a Ohio Main Street & Downtown Affiliate community.
Amherst Farmers’ Market
Wednesdays, 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM – June – September
Cambridge Main Street Farmers’ Market
Fridays, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM – May – September
Chardon Farmers’ Market
Fridays, 4:00 PM to 8:00 PM – June 2 – September 8
Coshocton Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM – May – October
(Dayton) 2nd Street Market
Thursday – Saturday, year-round, Outdoor Market Saturdays, 8:00 AM to 3:00 PM – June – October
Defiance Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM – May – November
Main Street Delaware Farmers’ Market
May 27 – October 28 – Wednesdays, 3:00 PM – 6:00 PM, Saturdays, 9:30 AM to 12:30 PM
Downtown Franklin Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM – June 4 – September 24
Downtown Fremont Farmers’ Market
Select Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM – June 17 – October 21 – See Schedule
Greenfield Farmers’ Market
Thursdays, 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM – May 28 – October 15
Downtown Greenville Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM – June 3 – October 14
Grove City Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM – May 21 – September 10
Hilliard Farm Market
Tuesdays, 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM – May 30 – September 12
(Kent) Haymaker Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM – May – October
Lakewood Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 10:00 AM – 1:00 PM – June 24 – October 14
Lebanon Farmers’ Market
Thursdays, 3:00 PM – 7:00 PM – May 18 – October 19
(Marietta) Farmers’ Market on Front Street
Tuesdays, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM – May 16 – August 29
Medina Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM – May 27 – October 14
(Millersburg) Holmes County Farmers’ Market
Tuesdays, 9:00 AM to 12:30 PM – June – October
Mount Vernon Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM – May – October
(Newark) Canal Market District Farmers’ Market
Tuesdays & Fridays, 4:00 PM to 7:00 PM – May – October
Oberlin Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM – May – October
Painesville Farmers’ Market
Thursdays, 12:00 PM to 4:00 PM – May – October
Piqua Community Farmers’ Market
Thursdays, 3:30 PM to 7:30 PM – June 1 – September 14
Port Clinton Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM – June – September
Main Street Portsmouth Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM – May – October
Downtown Ravenna Farmers’ Market
Thursdays, 11:00 AM to 2:00 PM – June – September
Sandusky Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM – May – October
The Great Sidney Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM – May 27 – October 14
(Somerset) Perry County Farmers’ Market
Satursdays, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM
(Tiffin) Seneca County Farmers Market
Second Saturday, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM – June – October
Tipp City Marketplace
Thursdays, 5:00 PM to 8:00 PM – June 8 – October 19
Downtown Troy Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM – June 11 – October 8
(Urbana) Champaign County Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 1:00 PM – May – October
Van Wert Market on Main
Fridays, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM
Main Street Vermilion Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM – June 24-September 9
Main Street Wadsworth Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 9:00 AM to 12:00 PM – July 1 – September 30
Wellington Farmers’ Market
Fridays, 5:00 PM to 7:00 PM – June – October
Uptown Westerville Farmers’ Market
Wednesdays, 3:00 PM to 6:00 PM – May – October
(Wilmington) Clinton County Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 8:30 AM to 12:00 PM – June – October (Seasonal Schedule Changes, Market Open March -December)
Downtown Wooster Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM – June 3 – October 28
Worthington Farmers’ Market
Saturdays, 8:00 AM to 12:00 PM – May – October
(Xenia) Greene County Farmers’ Market
Tuesdays, 2:00 PM to 6:00 PM – June – October
What's Happening on Main Street – April 2017
April 1
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Main Street Lebanon Chocolate Walk – Lebanon
Explore historic downtown Lebanon and visit 20 stops on the 2017 Chocolate Walk.
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Spring Clean Sweep – Marietta
Volunteer with Marietta Main Street to beautify downtown Marietta.
April 3
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Cash Mob Monday – Marietta
Show your support for local downtown businesses by coming out for Cash Mob Mondays!
April 6
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Downtown Chocolate Walk – Tiffin
Enjoy a sweet stroll through downtown Tiffin.
April 7
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First Friday: Mascot Madness! – Delaware
For those of you who look forward to seeing all your favorite mascots in April, they will be wandering around downtown Delaware.
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First Friday: Scavenger Hunt & Petting Zoo – Greenville
Explore downtown Greenville and pet some cuddly animals!
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First Friday – Marietta
With about 22 restaurants and 40 active retailers, plus two hotels and a number of venues for night life, historic downtown Marietta is a destination for everyone and anyone to enjoy a night out on the town.
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First Friday: Hometown Heroes – Middletown
Spend an evening with our Police & Fire Department and First Responders! Police cruisers, fire trucks, k-9 units and more will be there.
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First Friday: Easter Egg Hunt – Tipp City
Visit downtown Tipp City for First Friday and hunt for Easter eggs with your family.
April 8
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Second Saturday: Easter Egg Hunt – Mount Vernon
Come visit downtown Mount Vernon and bring the children to hunt for Easter eggs.
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Spring Shop Hop – Tipp City
Come see what’s new in downtown Tipp City at the Downtown Merchants’ Spring Shop Hop.
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Eggstravaganza – Wadsworth
Visit shops in downtown Wadsworth to collect Easter eggs and the chance to win prizes.
April 13
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The Success of German Village – Marietta
The German Village Society presents the monthly presentation of Historic Preservation: A Series.
April 22
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Clean Up Kent Day – Kent
Volunteer to keep downtown Kent beautiful.
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Earth Day Downtown Clean Up – Middletown
Come celebrate Earth Day and volunteer to help clean up downtown Middletown.
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Knowing Your Home: Garage Repair & Replacement – Lakewood
Join LakewoodAlive, Cleveland Lumber Company, and the Great Garage Company for a workshop specifically designed for aging Lakewood garages.
April 27-30
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Geauga County Maple Festival – Chardon
Visit the 88th Annual Maple Festival and sample many maple-inspired delicious foods.
April 28
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Friday Night Shop Hop – Troy
Downtown stores will be open late in downtown Troy. Come see what’s newly available to you.
April 29
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Clean Your Block Party – Delaware
Main Street Delaware, the Delaware General Health District, and the City of Delaware are teaming up to have a “Clean Your Block Party”. Come join the party!