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Summer Fun and Lunch with Grandma

5/21/2015

The RSVP Volunteer Program, in cooperation with Foster Grandparents, will launch an intergenerational summer program for students in Kindergarten through Third Grade, beginning in June, 2015. The program, popularly known as “Summer Fun and Lunch with Grandma,” will be offered two days per week in two locations in Athens County, two locations in Vinton County, and one location in Hocking County. Hours are 10:30 a.m. to noon. There will be no income requirements--the sessions will be open to all children within the age range. In addition to a nutritious lunch and healthy beverages provided by the Southeastern Ohio Foodbank, the children will be exposed to age-appropriate literature, related activities and local guest presenters. This program will be administered by COAD’s Senior Program Division and implemented by a combination of Foster Grandparent volunteers, RSVP volunteers, Vista members and community members.

Amesville program is on Tuesday and Thursday at the Grange Hall 10:00 to 12:30

Sign up your children today. Registration form below:

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Water update: April 2015

4/22/2015

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Best Small Town in Athens County 2015: 3 years in a row!

2/27/2015

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Grange and VP receive Athens Foundation Grant

1/7/2015

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Village Productions and the Grange discovered we were awarded a grant from the Athens Foundation (in conjunction with the Amesville Grange) for $2,500. As taken from the grant application, “The overall goal of this project is to increase knowledge about and access to local foods. The main effort will be to create a community garden and offer training in the basics of organic vegetable gardening. Process: A significant part of this entire effort is to bring together various groups and residents to increase local collaboration and planning.”
http://www.village-productions.org/uploads/9/1/6/2/9162814/village_productions_2014_highlights.pdf

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Congratulations to Village Productions

1/7/2015

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At the 2014 Ohio Conference on Service and Volunteerism, Village Productions in Amesville, Ohio was awarded the "Outstanding Volunteer Group" award by The Ohio Commision on Service and Volunteerism, also known as ServeOhio. ServeOhio, according to their website, aims to "streghten Ohio communities through various types of service and volunteerism." ServeOhio awards are given to Ohioans who "make great contributions to their communities through service and volunteerism."

According to the ServeOhio website, Village Productions is operated "100% by volunteers" who in 2013 "provided over 1,200 hours of service to the community". Village Productions is a private, non-profit community-based organization focused on "Children's Programming, Adult Education, and Community Events". Their goal is "to create classes and programs in movement, music, crafts, nature, ecology and life skills that support healthy development of children, families and individuals" with the objective of stregthening and supporting the Amesville community.

http://www.businessremixed.com/athens/news-%26-events/?item=3335

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Sustainable Energy Symposium at Grange Hall

8/5/2014

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Co-sponsored by the Athens County League of Women Voters and the Village of Amesville Mayor, Gary C. Goosman with support from the Athens Bill of Rights Committee (BORC).

The symposium celebrates our recent successes in energy conservation and alternative energy. It will also look at future threats to our environment and suggest strategies to protect our local resources. Morning session: Success stories involving city and county government, local businesses, and homeowners dedicated to conserving energy and/or generating their own power from solar, wind or geothermal sources. Afternoon session: Nitty Gritty details about installing solar, wind or other systems along with suggestions about financing and the future of these industries.

REGISTRATION: If you plan to attend you must register via email to athensleagueofwomenvoters@gmail.com Registration is limited to 80 participants.
Also indicate if you want a lunch and you can pay $10.00 the day of the event.

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Symposium at Amesville Grange

7/21/2014

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SAVE THE DATE!

Sustainable Energy Symposium:
Local Responses to a Global Challenge
Saturday, September 6, 2014
Amesville Grange

AM PRESENTATIONS: ENERGY CONSERVATION , COMMUNITY SOLUTIONS, LOCAL INITIATIVES Lunch: Local 10 Mile meal prepared by Village Productions of Amesville
Tours of solar and other systems in Amesville
PM PRESENTATION: ALTERNATIVE ENERGY SYSTEMS, FINANCING ALTERNATIVE ENERGY, ECONOMIC IMPACTS

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Amesville accepted into AEP's Energy Savers Program

6/27/2014

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Amesville has many sources of pride, especially our history. Now, we’re adding energy efficiency to the list. Amesville has the chance to combine the two by participating in AEP Ohio’s Energy Savers 2014 pilot program.

By joining the program, we have the opportunity to receive $650 to help fund the installation of a solar panel at the Frank and Catherine Hare History Shelter. The solar panel will power an electronic educational kiosk, meant to help visitors and residents learn more about our rich history, landmarks and culture. Additionally, AEP Ohio will develop a Sustainability Roadmap for Amesville at no extra cost. The Sustainability Roadmap will continue to guide us in saving energy and money in the coming years.

Amesville has established a goal of 12 participants in AEP Ohio’s energy efficiency programs. If you’re recycling an old working refrigerator, conducting a home energy audit, or completing a FREE online questionnaire about your home energy use, you’re not only on the right track to save on your utility bill, but you’re also helping Amesville reach its goal. It’s a Win-Win! The program runs from July 1 through October 31, 2014 and your participation will make a difference in Amesville. Join our community initiative now!

To see a full list of the eligible energy efficiency programs, go to www.EnergySavers2014.com or call 844-220-4128 to request more information!

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Mayor's Day of Recognition for National Service

4/1/2014

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A Proclamation April 1, 2014

Mayor, Gary Goosman

Whereas: More than 42,000 Ohioans of all ages and backgrounds are helping to meet local needs, strengthen communities, and increase civic engagement through national service in Ohio.

Whereas: More than 65,000 hours of service, valued at $1,249,995, are provided in Athens County every year through volunteers in Americorps, VISTA, Foster Grandparents, Senior Companions and RSVP

Whereas: More than 13,000 seniors in Ohio contribute talents in one of three Senior Corps programs. Foster Grandparents serve one-on-one as tutors and mentors to more than 3,800 young people who have special needs. Senior Companions help more than 1,300 homebound seniors and other adults maintain independence in their own homes. RSVP volunteers conduct safety patrols for local police departments, protect the environment, tutor and mentor youth, respond to natural disasters, and provide other services through more than 1,800 groups across Ohio.

Whereas: This year is the 40th anniversary of the Senior Companion program which allows our elders to stay living in their own homes with dignity and safety.

Whereas: The Corporation for Ohio Appalachian Development engages more than 200 volunteers in Athens County to serve in schools, Head Start Centers and at numerous other non-profits.

Whereas: Ohio University and Rural Action engage more than 25 Americorps volunteers each year contributing more than 40,000 hours of service to families and seniors in need in Athens County.

Whereas: Volunteers add to the vitality, health and prosperity of Amesville and other communities.

Whereas: This initiative is being led by the U.S. Conference of Mayors; the Corporation for National and Community Service; Cities of Service; and other organizations.

Therefore, I, Gary Goosman, Mayor of the Village of Amesville do proclaim April 1, 2014 “Mayors Day of Recognition for National Service” in Amesville, Ohio.

Gary Goosman, Mayor, Village of Amesville, Ohio

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Amesville voted Best, 2 year's in a row

1/27/2014

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2014 Athens News: Best of Athens County

Best Small Town in Athens County: Amesville Stop in for some flapjacks and coffee at Kasler's Country Kitchen and get to know the good folk there, southeastern Ohio stock, and you will discover why Amesville comes in as this year's Best Small Town in Athens County. This quaint slice of Appalachian Americana will charm you with homespun delight straight from the heartland. Or more likely, because more than any other community in Athens County, Amesville captures the wide cultural diversity in our Appalachian/college-town county.

http://www.athensnews.com/ohio/article-41572-best-of-athens-2014-places.html

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Symposium at Amesville Grange

Amesville accepted into AEP's Energy Savers Program

Mayor's Day of Recognition for National Service

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