We're enjoying spring because in Ohio we feel like the 1st Saturday in May kicks off Summer! And of course the 1st Saturday in May on Newark-Granville Road is all about the Kentucky Derby and bringing our friends from various parts of our life together! You never know what will happen with this party but our hope is you enjoy catching up with us, one another and enjoying some fun traditions we like to share.
Details for 2010: I will update this as things come together and I remember things.....
-WEATHER- no rain, no rain, join us as we visualize a day like last year- clear skies, great friends....reality is rain or shine or snow- we've seen it all- come dressed for the weather!
-PARKING- always a challenge. The churches on Newark-Granville Road and the golf course are a good option. Drop off at our drive way and go back to Newark-Granville Road via Heckman's house (red brick)
-PONY-**One pony will be there- 75lb weight limit, there will be a show! 4 to 6 pm.....and as always we'll have stick ponies, bouncy spring ponies.... ***
-Guests/Invites- invites are going in the mail- help us encourage others to come- new folks to town, someone who slipped through the cracks- once invited, always invited- we love to include good people and Derby always hits at a very busy time of year.
-Busier than ever this year with the fun of an election! Many of you know I'm chairing the Granville Library Levy as I serve on the Granville Library Board. I'm also helping out with the Licking County Levy. Libraries all over Ohio have been affected by tax cuts on the state level- help your library in some way, some how- they play key roles in all of our communities.
But whatever is on your ballot- learn about it and plan now to VOTE to make a difference.
Looking forward to seeing you on Saturday May 1st! And oh yes- party starts at 4, race is a 6 (it goes fast) pony rides 4-6, stay and enjoy until ?? live music at 4.....once invited always invited so if the paper invite missed you forgive us and come on over....
Monday, April 26, 2010
Friday, April 23, 2010
News to Share about me @THE WORKS!
You all know I pride myself on communication so I wanted you to hear this news from me.....
I was offered an interim job at a place my family and I already love, know and work for in a volunteer capacity
THE WORKS, www.attheworks.org/
I'll start May 10 and in the role of interim Director of Development through October- we'll assess the situation at that time when they commence the search for the Director of Development.
I'm excited, scared and thrilled for the opportunity to learn and help build on a special place in our community. You all support my family, this organization and me so much! Before I get too excited about THE WORKS- I need to focus on the GRANVILLE LIBRARY levy, a Derby party (I hope you're coming) and coordinating childcare!
Warmly with appreciation for your support,
Susan
Friday, April 16, 2010
Good things all around Granville....
There really is so much good going on in our area. In Granville alone you can now:
1. Get Jeni's Ice Cream- their slogan uses the word "splendid" and they're right! River Road Coffee is the go-to place! Try the Thai Spice or Salty Caramel...my mouth is watering just thinking about it.
2. The wine shop (and chef's table) at the Granville Inn! You must experience the fun of entering the red door (off courtyard- park in usual parking lot and walk beyond the front entrance) and seeing what they've created- it is lovely. And it is filled with all sorts of goodies- I found the perfect beverage for tonight's dinner!
3. The Junto Club is Open! Lunch was delicious today. Of course sitting outside and having lunch with a friend is always special but a unique and tasty sandwhich (accompnied by FANTASTIC warm olives) served on my favorite Lucky Cat bread is an extra treat. (This is the old Wine Cashe at River Road- under the Short Story.)
And downtown Newark, The Works is a drop off point for care packages going to the troops! If you want more information on how to participate send me an email and send you the list of things that can be included! ssleithauser@roadrunner.com
Of course there are many other wonderful things happening- I just wanted to share a few that we'll be enjoying on Newark-Granville Road!
1. Get Jeni's Ice Cream- their slogan uses the word "splendid" and they're right! River Road Coffee is the go-to place! Try the Thai Spice or Salty Caramel...my mouth is watering just thinking about it.
2. The wine shop (and chef's table) at the Granville Inn! You must experience the fun of entering the red door (off courtyard- park in usual parking lot and walk beyond the front entrance) and seeing what they've created- it is lovely. And it is filled with all sorts of goodies- I found the perfect beverage for tonight's dinner!
3. The Junto Club is Open! Lunch was delicious today. Of course sitting outside and having lunch with a friend is always special but a unique and tasty sandwhich (accompnied by FANTASTIC warm olives) served on my favorite Lucky Cat bread is an extra treat. (This is the old Wine Cashe at River Road- under the Short Story.)
And downtown Newark, The Works is a drop off point for care packages going to the troops! If you want more information on how to participate send me an email and send you the list of things that can be included! ssleithauser@roadrunner.com
Of course there are many other wonderful things happening- I just wanted to share a few that we'll be enjoying on Newark-Granville Road!
Wednesday, April 7, 2010
Good day!
Thank you John Weigand, Village Council members, Clare, Peter, Joe and Sally Leithauser and all the others that emailed, called, made a comment, wrote a letter, attended tonight's meeting, contributed and supported Granville Rotary's build a bridge to Raccoon Valley Park. A big step forward occurred tonight to help make this a reality. Granville's Village council passed a resolution to financially support the ODOT grant application! It was a good day on Newark-Granville Road. (PS-the good day is also in part because of a very beneficial field trip to the Columbus Art Museum- the Chiholy exhibit is amazing-the paintings, basket/blanket collection and influence on pieces I've never seen are truly gorgeous and worth seeing in person- Denison alums/friends take note- special event on April 15th at 5:30- check out denison.edu/alumni- events!
Monday, April 5, 2010
We the People....
Our Spring Break theme this year was "we the people" since we went to DC and Maryland to have fun with our people- stoner family in maryland. I'll update more about the fantastic, incredible time we had learning about our nation's history and government and enjoying amazing family time in many ways....what I want to share now is how inspired we were.
We the people- we all of us- anyone reading, our neighbors, kids, friends- can make a difference. There are so many ways we can be involved to shape and influence our communities and this country. We're all busy and over the next four weeks the life on Newark-Granville road is VERY full, luckily it is with things that involve us building our community- we hope you'll join us.
The first opportunity connects with the last post- please read below and help us build a bridge in Granville!! Join us at this Wed's (April 7)Village Council meeting (you don't have to live in the village to attend or speak) to share your thoughts at the public comment time (7:30) about the bridge to Racoon Valley Park- Clare and Peter are preparing their statements- yes our time in DC was very inspiring!
I look forward to sharing more details about being involved in later posts- thanks for reading and helping spread the word about the bridge to Raccoon Valley Park!
We the people- we all of us- anyone reading, our neighbors, kids, friends- can make a difference. There are so many ways we can be involved to shape and influence our communities and this country. We're all busy and over the next four weeks the life on Newark-Granville road is VERY full, luckily it is with things that involve us building our community- we hope you'll join us.
The first opportunity connects with the last post- please read below and help us build a bridge in Granville!! Join us at this Wed's (April 7)Village Council meeting (you don't have to live in the village to attend or speak) to share your thoughts at the public comment time (7:30) about the bridge to Racoon Valley Park- Clare and Peter are preparing their statements- yes our time in DC was very inspiring!
I look forward to sharing more details about being involved in later posts- thanks for reading and helping spread the word about the bridge to Raccoon Valley Park!
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