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    One Hundred Fifty Years Since Shiloh

    by  • May 20, 2012 • Life in Galion • 1 Comment

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    From the 1870s to the early 1900s, an event occurred each year in Galion that truly brought the community together. Townsmen and women joined together with children, each taking a part in the production; politician and student stood side-by-side with ministers and mothers. And, as the final act brought the sorrowful death scene for young Johnny, there wasn’t a dry eye in house.

    The opera house, that is – the one that sat on the top floors of the old Galion City Building, which was located where the current Municipal Building now stands.

    The event was Galion’s annual civic performance of “The Drummer Boy, or the Battlefield of Shiloh,” also known as “The Drummer Boy, or the Last Charge at Shiloh,” a play written in either 1868 or 1870 (depending … Read the rest

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    Hospice Benefit Ride Coming this July

    by  • May 19, 2012 • Life in Galion • 0 Comments

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    This July, HomeCare Matters Home Health & Hospice will be presenting a brand-new fundraiser for their hospice service.

    On July 14 beginning at 10:00 a.m., the First Annual HomeCare Benefit Ride for Hospice is taking place, presented by Road Riders for Jesus. All area bikers are invited; the cost is only $10 per bike, and $15 per rider.

    Registration will take place until 11:00 p.m. at HomeCare’s home on North Market Street, and the ride will follow until 2:00 p.m.. At that time, the after-ride festivities will begin with an Opening Ceremony.

    In addition to the ride, food, live music, an auction, a 50/50 drawing, and kids games will be available. A final drawing will be held at 4:00 p.m..

    Donations toward this event can be made at: www.homecarematters.org or … Read the rest

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    Introducing Destination Galion

    by  • May 17, 2012 • Featured, Life in Galion • 5 Comments

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    Each of the last three months, a group has been meeting to discuss an idea. Given the various reasons why visitors might choose to visit Galion, can the community develop an image and marketing campaign that will make it a regional and/or statewide destination and a location for investment which, in turn, will assist local businesses?

    It’s an intriguing idea which has brought together a diverse group of business owners, non-profit professionals, representatives from the Galion Area Chamber of Commerce, GalionLive, and others interested in the community to form a new effort called Destination Galion.

    And not only has creative brainstorming been involved in the meetings of Destination Galion, but concrete steps have been taken both to better promote Galion activities and also to create new events to highlight local … Read the rest

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    Showtunes Spectacular Set

    by  • May 16, 2012 • Featured, Life in Galion • 0 Comments

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    One sure sign of the end of the school year is the annual Showtunes Spectacular, which showcases the talents of both the Galion High School’s performing vocal music ensemble, as well as its individual members.

    This year’s version will take place at 7:00 p.m. on Sunday, May 20, in the GHS Cafetorium.

    The 17 member ensemble is under the direction of Rick Walker. Walker, a former Showtunes member himself, is in his 13th year of leading this outstanding group. Showtunes performs for many community events, at the annual “Cabaret Night” and Spectacular.

    “This is a great opportunity to see many of our individuals being featured during the performance,” said Walker. “I hope the community comes out to see these talented your people.”

    Membership in Showtunes is by audition. Many members … Read the rest

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