pickerington oct/nov 2012

PRSRT STDUS POSTAGE

PAIDColumbus, OhioPermit No. 4697

www.pickeringtonmagazine.com

58306 • Mount Carmel East ROBOTICS AD• 7.25”w x 9.875”h • 4C • rlf• V1,2,FINAL-7/17/12

NEVER BEFORE hAS LESS BEEN MORE.

Robotic-assisted suRgeRy now aVaiLabLe at Mount caRMeL east. Even less invasive. Even less scarring. Even less recovery time. You see the pattern. In the hands of the specially trained surgeons at Mount Carmel, robotic-assisted surgery is benefitting patients in more ways than ever. Using the da Vinci Surgical System, Mount Carmel surgeons are performing procedures for gynecology, urology, GI and lung conditions and more – and treating prostate cancer and other complex cases where, previously, minimally invasive surgery wasn’t possible for some patients. With this breakthrough surgical care available at Mount Carmel East, patients are discovering, every day, that less truly is more. Talk to your physician or call 614-234-LIFE for a referral to a surgeon specializing in robotic surgery or visit mountcarmelhealth.com.

mountcarmelhealth.com

1www.pickeringtonmagazine.com

Calendar

News and Information from the City of Pickerington

News and Information from Violet Township

faces An Admirable Activist Pickerington senior embodies the generous spirit of volunteerism

in focus Pets on Parade Animals and their owners come out to socialize at annual PetFest

on the table The Palate of PickeringtonCompetition highlights cuisine of the community

bookmarks Reads from the Pickerington Library

inside October/November 2012

p.10

Read more online at www.pickeringtonmagazine.com!

3

5

7

10

12

14

16

p.14

GREAT.BE A PART OF SOMETHING

On the Cover:Chloe, a toy Chihuahua,at the Olde Village PetFest

2 www.pickeringtonmagazine.com

The Publisher welcomes contributions in the form of manuscripts, drawings, photographs or story ideas to consider for possible publication. Enclose a SASE with each submission or email [email protected]. Publisher does not assume responsibility for loss or damage.

The appearance of advertising in Pickerington Magazine does not constitute an endorsement of the advertiser’s product or service by the City of Pickerington.

Pickerington Magazine is published in June, August, October, December, February and April. Subscriptions are free for households within the city limits of Pickerington, Ohio. For advertising information or bulk purchases, email Molly Pensyl at [email protected].

No part of this publication may be reproduced without the written consent of the publishers. Pickerington Magazine is a registered trademark of CityScene Media Group. Printed in the U.S.A.

CityScene Media Group also publishes:

CityScene Magazinewww.CitySceneColumbus.com

Dublin Life Magazinewww.DublinLifeMagazine.com

Westerville Magazinewww.WestervilleMagazine.com

Tri-Village Magazinewww.TriVillageMagazine.com

Healthy New Albany Magazinewww.HealthyNewAlbanyMagazine.com

pickeringtonMagazine

781 Northwest Blvd., Suite 202Columbus, Ohio 43212

614-572-1240 • Fax 614-572-1241www.cityscenecolumbus.com

Chief Executive Officer

President/Publisher

Chief Creative Officer

Creative DirectorEditor

Contributing Editors

Contributing Writers

Editorial Assistants

Advertising Director

Advertising Sales

Marketing/Promotions Manager

Controller

614-572-1240

Charles L. Stein

Kathleen K. Gill

Dave Prosser

Christa Smothers

Garth Bishop

Lisa Aurand Duane St. Clair

Olivia Ohlin Stephan Reed

Rose Davidson

Alex Wallace

Molly Pensyl

Gianna Barrett Julie Camp

Pam HenricksNatalie Kish

Sadie Bauer

Lynn Leitch

Circulation:

www.pickeringtonmagazine.com

Preserving Family HeritageIn Pickerington Since 1988

We can restore,print, and frame

your vintagephotographsIn any size,

any quantity.

(ORIGINAL PHOTO)

(RESTORED DIGITAL IMAGE)

VISIT OURWEB SITE...

Read this“QR” QuickReference

code using anapp on your

smart phone.

12920 Unit E Stonecreek Dr.Near the OU Pickerington Center

[email protected]

TM

Courtney Young, MDFamily Practice

Tarun Mehra, MDInternal Medicine

Welcoming New Patients

Diley Ridge Medical Office Building7901 Diley Road, Suite 120Canal Winchester, Ohio 43110

Call (614) 829-6138 to schedule an appointment.


community calendar Mark your calendar for these community events

OCTOBER 2012Oct. 6 Taste of Pickerington/Fall Fest11 a.m.-3 p.m., Olde Pickering-ton Village, corner of Columbus and Center streets, www.pickeringtonchamber.com Combining eating and shopping, this community tradition coordinated by the Pickerington Area Chamber of Commerce is a perfect way to support local businesses. Browse the Fall Fest section where vendors sell their products, and be sure to get your $1 food samples from area restaurants. Additionally, there will be live music and a spacious children’s area sponsored by the Pickerington Public Library.

Oct. 6-27Lancaster Farmers Market8 a.m.-noon, Saturdays, Job & Family Services parking lot, 239 W. Main St., Lancaster, www.lancasterfarmersmarket.orgSupport local farmers, bakers and crafters by purchasing fresh fruits,

vegetables, herbs, baked goods and more. Special events, such as corn roasts and apple pie contests, will also take place this season.

Oct. 7-13Fairfield County FairFairfield County Fairgrounds, 159 E. Fair Ave., Lancaster, www.fairfieldcountyfair.comThis event features attractions including tractor pulls, demolition derbies, horse races and a concert performance by the Oak Ridge Boys. Throughout the week, there will be various rides and exhibits available for all ages.

Oct. 13Fashion with Class Fashion Show and Party10:30 a.m., Lakeview Junior High School, 12445 Ault Rd., www.pickerington.k12.oh.usThis annual fashion show and bas-ket raffle benefits the Pickerington Education Foundation.

Oct. 15Central Orchestra Concert7:30 p.m., Pickerington High School Central, 300 Opportunity Way, www.pickerington.k12.oh.us

Oct. 16North Choir Fall Concert7:30 p.m., Pickerington High School North, 7800 Refugee Rd., www.pickerington.k12.oh.us

Oct. 18Central Choir Fall Concert7:30 p.m., Pickerington High School Central, 300 Opportunity Way, www.pickerington.k12.oh.us

Oct. 18Pout & Wine5:30-7:30 p.m., Bella Cosmed-ica, 1577 Cross Creeks Blvd., www.bellacosmedica.comEnjoy a wine tasting, tours, dem-onstrations and information on lip augmentation.

Oct. 20-Dec. 30Two Centuries of Editorial CartoonsDecorative Arts Center of Ohio, 145 E. Main St., Lancaster, www.decartsohio.orgThe center presents an exhibit featuring works by cartoonists in-cluding Lancaster native Richard Outcault, considered the father of the modern comic strip.

Oct. 30Haunted Village6-8 p.m., Olde Pickerington Village, www.pickeringtonhistoricalsociety.comJoin the community for an evening of ghost tours and hay rides at this spectacularly spooky event. Beyond these activities, children can trick-or-treat at local businesses in Olde Pickerington Village, but be sure to leave time to stop by the Picker-ington-Violet Township Historical Society building for a walk through their Haunted Museum.

Summer Special:Receive 3 FREE underarm laser hair removal treatments with purchase of any laser hair 1577 Cross Creeks Blvd., Pickerington

614.322.7917 • www.bellacosmedica.com

Get Your Pout On.luvmylips.com614.322.7917

Pout & WineOctober 18, 5:30-7:30pmBella Cosmedica1577 Cross Creeks Blvd, PickeringtonCall for details.

(614) 834-2995www.phoenixptohio.com

7901 Diley Rd., Ste. 255Canal Winchester, OH 43110

Located in Diley Ridge Medical Building

Every new patient who comes in for evaluation with this ad will be entered in a

drawing to win a LIFESTRENGTHTM

wristband or necklace!Call us today for an evaluation!

No referral needed!

Does foot pain keep you from walking? Does shoulder pain prevent you from

doing the things you enjoy?Do you have headaches and neck pain?


Nov. 3Pickerington High Schools Antique & Craft Show9 a.m.-3 p.m., Pickerington Central High School, 300 Opportunity Way, www.pickerington.k12.oh.usBrowse a wide variety of products from more than 100 dealers and artists at this 28th annual show.

Nov. 3Olde Village BeanFest11 a.m.-4 p.m., Olde Pickerington Village, www.pickeringtonvillage.comThis outdoor festival, sponsored by the Old Pickerington Village Business Association and the Pick-erington Recreation Department, features an amateur chili cook-off, live music, children’s activities, food concessions, shopping and a burrito-eating competition among local police officers and firefighters.

Nov. 10United Way of Fairfield County 5K Run/2 Mile Walk7:30 a.m. registration, 9 a.m. run/walk, Fairfield County Fairgrounds, 157 Fair Ave., Lancaster, www.uwayfairfieldco.orgStay in shape while benefiting a good cause at this annual event, sponsored by Peoples Bank.

Nov. 11Sherman House Museum Special Civil War Exhibit1-4 p.m., Sherman House, 137 E. Main St., Lancaster, www.fairfieldheritage.orgFor one day only, get an exclusive look at the battle flag from the Civil War’s 10th Ohio Volunteer Cavalry. The flag will be on loan from the Ohio Historical Society. Free guided museum tours will be available for all veterans.

Nov. 11Lancaster Community Concert: High Street Stompers3 p.m., Fairfield Union High School, 6401 Cincinnati-Zanes-ville Rd. NE, Lancaster, www.lancastercommunityconcerts.comFaculty members of The Ohio State University School of Music perform Dixieland music.

Nov. 14Orchestra Fall Concert7 p.m., Lakeview Junior High School, 12445 Ault Rd., www.pickerington.k12.oh.usThe Pickerington High School North and Lakeview Junior High School orchestras join forces for a concert.

Nov. 27Franklin County Public Health Immunization Clinic9:30 a.m.-3 p.m., Pickerington Public Library, www.myfcph.orgWalk-ins only and shots are avail-able for children and adults.

community calendar

Oct. 31Tots Trick or Treat at City Hall1:30-2:30 p.m., Pickerington City Hall, 100 Lockville Rd., 614-833-2211, www.pickerington.netDressed up in Halloween decora-tions, Pickerington’s City Hall will be open for little ghosts and goblins to collect candy before the communi-ty trick-or-treating begins. Children ages 2-5, accompanied by an adult, are welcome to attend.

Oct. 31Community Trick or Treat6-8 p.m., throughout PickeringtonGet your costume on and help spread the Halloween spirit. For two hours, Pickerington residents will pass out candy to children combing the streets for sugary treats.

Jerry, Technician, Columbus

Whole-Home HD DVR

PC Content on any TV

Emmy® Award-Winning Smart Menu

Experience so much more

DLNA® software is required to access personal content between your computer and TV. © 2012 WideOpenWest Finance, LLC.

RECORDRECORD

CALL 1-888-628-4651 to sign uP.

UP TOUP TO

WOW!

WOW_Pickerington_Ultra_HalfPg_SeptOct2012_090412.indd 1 9/4/12 7:40 AM

OCTOBER Continued NOVEMBER 2012


PICKERINGTON NEWS & INFORMAT ION FROM THE C ITY OF P ICKER INGTON


I N S I D E

The city of Pickerington’s revitalized website will navigate users to the pages important to them within three clicks of a mouse.

By the end of September, the website – www.pickerington.net – is expected to be completely updated to make it more vibrant with new graphics, photographs and a slideshow on the homepage as well as the restructuring of links to provide valuable tools to users.

A newly formed voluntary IT committee, consist-ing of employees whose departments see a great deal of activity from the website, played a major role in helping the city to streamline it. Because the city can determine the number of times people view the site and particular pages, visitors to the city site also contributed to the updates.

The updated website will also allow people to use their cell phones or home computers to register con-cerns and then track how the city is addressing the challenges.

“With many residents hav-ing so many responsibilities, it is important to us that they can get what they need when they need it – whether it is to report a street light out, a clogged drain on their street, a tree that has been dam-aged or a code enforcement issue that could be of concern, or to register for recreation pro-grams the city offers,” said Lana Messmore, webmaster and ad-ministrative assistant to the hu-man resources department.

Site users can also sign up to be notified through email or text messaging when there is an emergency in the city, such as road closings and boil orders.

“Pickerington cannot sustain our city’s priority op-erational goals that center on providing the highest levels of results-orientated customer service if we

cannot offer timely services and support information to the citizens and property owners we work for,” said Pickerington City Manager Bill Vance. “To ensure the highest levels of results-orientated customer service and to maintain our city’s success, we must create new, enhanced opportunities for our residents.”

A Brand-New Pickerington.net

Rock Out

City Hall in Pickerington is really rocking! At the request of Pickerington Mayor Lee Gray, Cracker Barrel in Pickerington on Aug. 24 donated two comfortable rocking chairs. The chairs are located in front of City Hall to allow visitors to make themselves at home.

While Pickerington has experienced tremendous growth over the last sev-eral years, the mayor wants residents to know that Pickerington has not lost its hometown atmosphere. Showing off the new chairs are (left to right) restaurant retail manager Kathy Simmons, Mayor Gray and restaurant general manager Amy Mostaka.

The city of Pickerington may just be your passport for your U.S. Passport.

Since the Pickerington City Clerk’s office began processing passports in 2004 for the U.S. Department of State, the clerk has processed more than 2,300 applications without any errors or delays.

In order to apply for a passport, individuals must be U.S. citizens and bring with them to the clerk’s office a valid driver’s license, passport photos and a certified birth certificate.

“While the birth certificate must be mailed with the application, it is returned once the passport is pro-cessed,” said Lynda Yartin, Pickering-ton’s city clerk.

Passports are processed on a walk-in basis from 8:30-11:30 a.m. Monday through Friday. A routine adult

passport, valid for 10 years, costs $110, while a child’s passport, valid for five years, costs $80. Each has a separate $25 processing fee.

Routine passports are usually is-sued within four to six weeks.

If adults need passports sooner, the cost of an “expedited passport” is $182.72. The separate $25 pro-cessing fee is also required, and an additional $18.95 must be paid if the application needs to be sent to the processing center by overnight mail.

Expedited passports are usually re-ceived in two weeks.

If future travelers have questions regarding passports, passport cards or requirements for minors, they can contact the city clerk at 614-837-3974, ext. 1138, or they can email her at [email protected].

Passport Preparation


News and information from the City of Pickerington citydirectoryPickerington City Hall, 100 Lockville Rd.(All numbers prefixed with the 614 area code)

Building Regulations Department ..........................833-2221

City Council ............................837-3974

City Manager ..........................837-3974

Development Department ........833-2204

Engineering Department .........833-2221

Finance Department ................837-3974

Human Resources ...................837-3974

Income Tax Division .................837-4116

Mayor’s Office (Lee A. Gray) ...........................837-3974

Mayor’s Court .........................837-3974

Parks and Recreation ..............833-2211

Police Department ...................575-6911

Service Department

Streets ...................................833-2292

Utility Billing ............................833-2289

Utility Maintenance ..................833-2292

Water Plant .............................833-2290

Waste Water Plant ...................837-6490

Haunted VillageOct. 30, 6-8 p.m., Columbus Street, Olde Pickerington Village

The city of Pickerington is scaring up its annual celebration with ghostly tours, hay rides, a storyteller, a haunted house, museum access, a garden, trick-or-treating and a pumpkin-carving contest.

Prizes for the “most original” and “most creatively” carved pumpkins will be awarded for artists age 8 and under, 9-17, and adult. In order to compete, carvers must register their creations with the Parks and Rec-reation Department (614-833-2211) before Oct. 29.

Sponsored by the city’s Parks and Recreation De-partment, Olde Pickerington Village Business Associa-tion, Pickerington Lions Club and Rock Factory.

Tots Trick-or-Treat at City HallOct. 31, 1:30-2:30 p.m., City Hall, 100 Lockville Rd.

Little pumpkins, pirates and princesses, and all of their other costumed friends ages 2-5, are special

guests at this Halloween event. With an adult in hand, tots can parade around the “bootifully” decorated City Hall in their costumes and experience a family friendly trick-or-treat.

Community Trick-or-Treat Oct. 31, 6-8 p.m.

Goblins, witches and other costumed characters will be visiting their neighborhood haunts for trick-or-treat. Motorists are encouraged to take extra precautions when driving due to the number of children enjoying Halloween.

Breakfast with SantaDec. 1, 8 a.m.-noon, Pickerington Senior Center, 150 Hereford Dr.

Parents can begin purchasing tickets for children wanting to have breakfast with Jolly Old St. Nicholas Nov. 5 at the Pickerington Recreation Department, (100 Lockville Rd.). The cost is $5 per person; chil-dren age 2 and under are free. Make checks payable

to the Pickerington Senior Center.In addition to sharing a table with the man of the

hour, attendees can enjoy a Secret Santa Shoppe, holiday music, a kids’ craft station, a bake sale and an opportunity to talk and take pictures with Santa and Mrs. Claus.

Olde Village Holiday GatheringDec. 7, 5-8:30 p.m., Columbus Street, Olde Pickerington Village

The annual holiday celebration includes a tree light-ing ceremony, horse-drawn carriage rides, strolling car-olers, free children’s activities, Santa and a chance to shop in the village for special holiday gifts.

Businesses and homeowners within the Olde Village limits may also begin registering for the holiday lighting and decorating contest on Nov. 19 at the Recreation Department. All contestants must complete the en-try form by Dec. 4. Winners of the event will be an-nounced during the festivities.

Santa’s MailboxNov. 21-Dec. 11, City Hall, 100 Lockville Rd.

Pickerington has a direct mailing route to the North Pole. Children can place their letters to Santa in a North Pole Express Mailbox in front of City Hall. Santa and his elves will write back as long as they have the child’s name and address.

Dorothy Steiger Memorial Mitten TreeDec. 7-18, City Hall, 100 Lockville Rd.

Pickerington residents can warm the hearts, hands and heads of many area children with gifts of mittens, gloves, hats and other cold weather gear that adorn the Memorial Mitten Tree before they are distributed to those in need.

Mark Your Calendars

cityprofile: David JacksonWhen David Jackson goes to

work for the city of Pickerington each day, the chief operator of wa-ter reclamation for the wastewater treatment plant on Hill Road knows that he has what some consider a “dirty job,” but he manages it well.

Jackson has been the chief operator for Pickerington since

November 2010, and he has more than 24 years of experience in wastewater and water treatment, includ-ing a Class III Wastewater Treatment Operating License from the Environmental Protection Agency.

The chief operator is also a member of the Ameri-can Water Works Association and the Ohio Water Envi-ronment Association.

“I am responsible for the operation and mainte-nance, testing and EPA compliance for around $30 million worth of treatment plant equipment and five remote pumping stations,” said Jackson.

In 2011, the Pickerington plant, which has two full-time and two part-time EPA certified operators and one administrative assistant, treated approximately 703 million gallons of sewage.

“At the Hill Road South plant, our current aver-age daily flow is just over 2 million gallons per day,” Jackson said. “The Water Reclamation Lab performed more than 7,592 routine analyses and many other evaluations.”

In addition to managing the plant and the pumping stations, Jackson works with a variety of electrical con-tractors, control specialists, equipment technicians and employees in the contract lab, which handles a portion of the city’s compliance testing.

“We have very talented people who are doing their best with some very good equipment. There is always room to improve, and I am constantly striving for that. But right now, we are in great shape,” he added.


News and Information From

As Pickerington has grown, so has its Senior Center.

Today, there are activities targeted toward a variety of interests, including ballroom dancing from 6-7 p.m. every Wednesday. Educational seminars are held frequently on topics related to health care and financial planning issues for se-niors. Social activities include card parties, euchre tournaments, fellowship dinners, bingo games, crafts, quilting, strength classes, square dancing and watercolor classes. A membership luncheon with a presentation is held the third Tuesday of the month at noon. The Senior Center sponsors trips all around the world and a variety of local overnight and day trips.

The Pickerington Senior Center is not just a senior center; it is a community center available for use by residents, civic organi-zations, churches and others. The venue

can seat up to 200 at-tendees and is a perfect setting for baby show-ers, bridal showers, wedding receptions, book clubs, church ser-vices, business meet-ings and seminars, and the list goes on. The fa-cility is equipped with a kitchen.

For more informa-tion on how to reserve the building, please contact the center at 614-837-3020.

For those interested in becoming a member of the senior center, the mem-bership fee is $12.50 per year for persons aged 50 years and over. The fee includes use of the senior center building, a month-

ly newsletter and access to a number of programs and activities, including lifeline screenings, health seminars, flu shots and educational workshops.

The center is located at 150 Hereford Dr.

Violet Township

7

Pickerington Senior (Community) Center

On Aug. 14, 2010, Violet Township offi-cially opened the Violet Township Dog Park.

The park is a result of a joint effort be-tween the township and the community to provide the first off-leash dog park in Fairfield County. The community came to-gether under the leadership of a nonprofit organization, the Friends of Violet Town-ship Dog Park. The group led the effort for fundraising and planning the many as-pects of a successful dog park.

The benefits of the dog park have been realized in the daily usage of the park, even in the extreme temperatures experienced this summer. It is not unusual to see 30 to 40 dogs and owners romping in the park

on any given evening. Many users have formed friendships and know the names of dogs that visit on a regular basis.

The physical activity for the dogs, the benefits of pet socialization and the bond-ing of canine and human friends has been tremendously successful. Unofficial blogs and Facebook sites have been created extolling the benefits of the park.

It is gratifying to see so many human us-ers of the park ensuring proper etiquette of their pets. The park has posted estab-lished rules that encourage responsible pet ownership and participation. Obser-vance of these rules has been consistent and has created a positive environment.

One Great Year, One Great Park, One Great Community and One Great Big Bunch of Happy Dogs!

By Nancy Lee, Director, Pickerington Senior Center

By Daniel Pillitteri, Friends of Violet Township Dog Park


News and information from Violet Township


Violet Township Administrative Offices

12970 Rustic Dr.Pickerington, OH 43147

614-575-5556 www.violet.oh.us

Violet Township Fire StationsPhone 614-837-4123Fire Chief: John Eisel

#592: 8700 Refugee Rd.#591: 21 Lockville Rd.

#593: 2365 Taylor Park Dr. (behind hhgregg)

Violet Township Service CenterPhone: 614-382-5979

490 Center St.Pickerington, OH 43147

How to Reach Us

People with questions about park main-tenance, parking or other general is-sues have found the township staff to be very responsive when contacted.

The success of the Violet Township Dog Park has generated visitors from Lancaster, Reynoldsburg, Lithopolis and beyond. It has also driven other groups to begin planning and fundrais-

ing for additional parks in Fairfield Coun-ty. A grant of $10,000 has been made to a group in Lancaster to develop a similar park in the Lancaster area.

Donations to help with the mainte-nance and upgrades to the park are appreciated and may be sent to the Friends of the Violet Township Dog Park, care of Target Business Services,

12920 Stonecreek Dr. #B, Pickering-ton, OH 43147.

Please review the park rules, and by all means, bring your canine pets to the park! You will find a wonderful park and a great group of people all supported by an outstanding township support team.

We will have a Fire Safe-ty House where children can enter a non-hazard-ous smoke-filled environ-ment and learn how to get out of their home in case of fire. We will also teach kids how to get down and crawl under smoke.

Coupons for free batteries for smoke detectors will be available. Rep-resentatives from Ohio Fire and Safety will be on hand to inspect and/or service your fire extinguisher. You will be able to purchase or order a fire escape ladder for your second floor area. Coupons for free goodies, balloons and cookies will be given out, and an appearance by Sparky the Fire Dog and picture opportunities for kids dressed up in fire department bunker gear will round out this fun and educational day.

Fire Department Open HouseOct. 14, 20121-3 p.m.Station 5928700 Refugee Rd.


www.violet.oh.us


A Special Message from Fire Chief John Eisel

Technological Advancements Making a Difference During the Critical First Hour of a Cardiac Event

I wanted to take this chance to share one of the many advancements in emer-gency service delivery that we are using to improve care for our patients in the Emergency Medical System.

One of these advances provides the opportunity for improved cardiac care, which can produce better patient out-comes from cardiac events.

A heart attack is triggered when one of the coronary arteries becomes blocked. When the artery is blocked and the blood cannot flow adequately, symptoms begin to show and can be visible on the pa-tient’s electrocardiogram (EKG). What happens to muscle that is denied blood flow, which is needed to supply the muscle with oxygen? The muscle tissue begins to die, damaging the heart.

Treatment begins with an immedi-ate call to 9-1-1 and early access to emergency medical services (EMS). A trained, professional dispatcher asks a series of questions and provides instruc-tion (location, what the problem is, pa-tient history and any pre-arrival instruc-tions). While that is going on, another dispatcher alerts the closest crew and directs it to the patient’s location.

Upon arrival, the crews evaluate the patient, and if the illness is cardiac-re-lated, they view the patient’s EKG with a state-of-the-art heart monitor/defibrilla-tor. The EKG is then transmitted to the receiving hospital via a Bluetooth con-nection from the medic vehicle, which carries a device that provides a secure “hot spot” to facilitate the transmission. The paramedics then transport the pa-tient in a timely fashion using the Opti-com traffic management system, while treating the symptoms and monitoring the patient’s condition.

Once the EKG has been received, the emergency room physician reviews the EKG and passes it along to the on-duty

cardiologist. If the EKG indicates the patient is having a serious heart condition, or STEMI (ST Elevated Myocardial In-farction), provisions are made to have the car-diac catheterization lab staff waiting for the arriv-al of the patient, and the medic crew is instruct-ed to bypass the emer-gency room and deliver the patient directly to the cardiac catheteriza-tion lab, where invasive procedures are per-formed to remove or reduce the block-age of the coronary artery that caused the heart attack.

So, what does all this mean? Very simply stated:

Time is muscle.Time is of the essence, and the block-

age must be removed or reduced to re-establish the blood flow to the heart muscle affected. When these improve-ments are implemented, the time from the paramedics’ arrival and the patient’s delivery to the cardiac catheterization lab is greatly reduced, thanks to technologi-cal advancements and cooperation be-tween the paramedics and the receiving hospital.

Faster access to advanced emergen-cy cardiac care saves lives and improves the quality of life for those affected. The American Heart Association recom-mends the patient be in the cardiac catheterization lab undergoing invasive procedure within 120 minutes of arrival to the ER. Hospitals in the central Ohio area average a time of 55 to 60 minutes in accomplishing this benchmark.

All of our career emergency response personnel are trained to the paramedic

level and are required to renew their Advanced Cardiac Life Support (ACLS) certifications every two years. Our re-sponse vehicles are equipped with state-of-the-art equipment, medications and protocols to help your worst day be-come better.

We are “Your friends for Life.”

Know the SymptomsWhen a person is experiencing a heart

attack, the signs and symptoms may in-clude:

•Chest discomfort: Most heart attacks involve discomfort in the center of the chest that lasts more then a few min-utes, or that goes away and comes back. It can feel like uncomfortable pressure, squeezing, fullness or pain.

•Other upper body discomfort: May include pain or discomfort in one or both arms, the back, the neck, the jaw, or the stomach.

•Shortness of breath: With or without chest discomfort.

•Other signs: May include breaking out in a cold sweat, nausea or lightheaded-ness.


faces By Olivia Ohlin

Pickerington senior embodies the generous spirit of volunteerism

An Admirable Activist

WWhen it comes to giving back to her community, Dorothy Peterson doesn’t mess around.

The Pickerington senior citizen is part of no fewer than seven organizations dedicated to service and charity.

She settled in Pickerington after a life spent in various locations throughout the Midwest, and her connection to the community is too strong for her to ever envision leaving, she says.

“People are so friendly and caring here,” Peterson says. “I’ve never lived anywhere where I felt such a close community feeling.”

Peterson was named Volunteer of the Year at the PCMA Food Pantry of Pickerington in 2010, and just this year was nominated for induction in the Ohio Senior Citizens Hall of Fame by food pantry Director Dianna Kassouf. Though dedicated to her work at the food pantry, that’s hardly the only place Peterson helps out.

Locally, Peterson is part of Friends of the Pickerington Public Library, the Pickerington Violet Township Historical Society and the Violet Township Wom-en’s League, and is an active member of Prince of Peace Presbyterian Church. She’s also involved with Touching Little Lives, a Circleville-based nonprofit dedicated to helping newborns, and an organization that gives scholarships to women pursuing college degrees.

Each organization and group pro-motes volunteerism and giving back to the community. Whether she’s rais-ing money for a scholarship, serving families at the food pantry or knitting scarves for the Special Olympics with the Women’s League, Peterson truly enjoys offering her time.

“I have the time to volunteer and feel I should give back since I have gained so much in this community,” she says.

Though her level of volunteerism has certainly increased in recent years, Pe-terson has worked to do good her whole life.

Although she admits not volun-teering as much in the past due to a busier lifestyle, she has dedicated 53 years to nursing and public health.

In 1943, 18-year-old Peterson knew she wanted to be-come a nurse. With World War II under-way, she joined the U.S. Cadet Nurse Corps to help with the high demand. She left her small hometown of Ottawa, Ill. for Chicago to attend St. Bernard’s School of Nursing at Loyola University and worked in a civilian hospital to re-place nurses who were needed to treat soldiers.

“Nursing was very rewarding right off the bat,” says Peterson. “I felt it was re-ally my niche.”

After the war, she left Chicago and the Cadet Nurse Corps and worked at a hospital in Ottawa before marry-ing and moving to Wisconsin. Peterson eventually left hospital work and be-came a public health nurse.

Peterson moved from Wisconsin to Michigan and, after 28 years there, she retired and set her sights southward. She chose to move to Pickerington two years after retirement in 1998 to be closer to her children and grandchil-dren.

Since becoming a Pickerington resi-dent, Peterson has felt welcome.

“It’s not easy to leave somewhere you’ve lived for so long,” she says. “I anticipated it (would be) hard to start all over, but it turned out to not be hard at all.”

Peterson knew one way to make a smooth transition to a new town is to quickly make friends. That’s why she decided to step up her volunteering.

She had heard about the food pantry in passing one day and thought it might benefit from her assistance. Since then, she has given much of her time helping others.

Peterson is greeted with smiles and hugs from the many friends she has made at the food pantry. She also has had the opportunity to work alongside younger people, whom she commends for their community involvement early on in life.

“It’s so nice to see the young people volunteer. They’re so needed, too,” she says. “It probably brings them out of themselves and makes them think of others. Once they start doing that as


youngsters, it carries on throughout their whole lives.”

Peterson also credits the food pantry for sparking her passion for volunteer-ing, and it continues to be the organiza-tion closest to her heart. The moment she realized her work truly made an im-pact on the community was when the economy took a downturn a few years back and need dramatically increased.

A young mother turned to the food pantry shortly after her house was re-possessed. She arrived in tears with her three small children and she said they wouldn’t know what to do without this source of food. Peterson says the experience made the biggest impres-sion on her and solidified her belief that people undoubtedly need a place like the food pantry to be available.

With her vast array of involvements, Peterson remains humble. Describing herself as “speechless,” she says she can’t imagine being inducted into the Senior Citizens Hall of Fame.

“There are so many outstanding peo-ple in the community who volunteer and I am just so honored to be recognized,” she says.

In her spare time, Peterson enjoys spending time with her three grandchil-dren and two children who live nearby. She’s also an avid reader and loves to knit.

Peterson is so grateful for all of the things she has learned and people she has met through being an active community member. She doesn’t have plans of slowing down any time soon and intends to continue being a familiar face in Pickerington.

Olivia Ohlin is a contributing writer. Feedback welcome at gbishop@city scenemediagroup.com.

We Do OneThing And Do It Well.

Condominium/Homeowner Association LawWe provide comprehensive information, education,

and communication with the board.

Kaman & CUSIMANO, LLC470 Olde Worthington Road, Suite 460 • Columbus, Ohio 43082

614-882-3100 • Toll-Free 888-800-1042 ohiocondolaw.com • ohiohoalaw.com

Condominium Board Members are not paid, not because

they are worthless, but because they are priceless!

GET NOTICED!Contact Molly today for special

first-time advertising rates.

Molly Pensyl 614.572.1256 [email protected]


PAnimals and their owners come out to socialize at annual PetFest

Pickerington residents love their pets, and that fact is never more obvious than it is the day of the Olde Village PetFest.

This year’s PetFest was held Sept. 7. While it was primarily dogs accompanied by their owners that packed West Columbus Street in Olde Pick-erington Village, they were not the only animal companions to attend – cats, rabbits, snakes, a bird, a turtle and a ferret were among the other creatures.

Take a look at some of the photos Pickerington Magazine shot at PetFest. Which furry (or scaly) companion is your favorite?

Pets on Paradein focus Story and photos by Garth Bishop

Above: Cassidy Wilson with her ball python, Ekans

Left: April, a mixed shorthair cat

12

Above: Suchiko, a ferret Top Right: Halo, a border collie


“Like” Pickerington Magazine on Facebook!

Pickerington magazine

1/6 page

2/11

Assisted Living Plus . . .P ~ Personalized care

L ~ Licensed nurses andcertified nursing assistants on staff 24 hours a day . . . everyday.

U ~ Unique design of building’sfloorplan to enhance orientation.

S ~ Services designed to fit eachindividual’s needs . . . an affordable alternative to nursing home care.

Wesley RidgeRetirement

Community2225 Taylor Park Dr.

Reynoldsburg, Ohio 43068(614) 759-0023

www.wesleyridge.com

Top: The Pet Parade proceeds east down West Columbus Street

Above: Momo and Snickers, rabbits Right: Tank, an English mastiff Below: Crowds mull around the east entrance to the PetFest


on the table By Stephan Reed

The Palate of PickeringtonCompetition highlights cuisine of the community

IIn a world full of easily accessible chain restaurants and fast food drive-thrus, it can be easy to forget about the unique flavor of local businesses.

But for the past 14 years, the Pick-erington Area Chamber of Commerce and its Taste of Pickerington competition have put the spotlight back on regional restaurants.

“We do this competition every year to highlight our local businesses,” says Chamber President Helen Mayle. “It re-ally builds up the local spirit.”

At 2011’s Taste of Pickerington, A Taste to Remember Catering took home the title of Pickerington’s tastiest estab-lishment courtesy of its barbecue pulled and roasted chicken.

“We … have lived in Pickerington for 13 years and owned our business for four years, but this was the first year we entered the competition,” says Sabra Kershaw, who co-owns A Taste to Re-member with her husband, Eric. “It was such a nice surprise to win last year. We weren’t expecting it.”

Each year’s winner, chosen by a panel of local celebrity food judges, is re-warded with a purple spatula trophy that represents both Pickerington and the element of taste. When the next com-petition rolls around, the winner returns the trophy and enters the competition in

hopes of taking it home again.

“We are surely going to be in it this year,” Sabra says. “We’re going to try our best to come out on top again.”

Sabra notes the business’ original-ity and creativity as the keys to their 2011 capture of the coveted trophy.

“Everything we make is complete-ly from scratch,” she says. “We try to provide the freshest foods for our customers.”

A Taste to Re-member also hosts the wing-eating competition at the Taste of Pickering-ton, which pits two local football teams against each other in a feasting frenzy. Students from Pickerington High Schools North and Central stuff themselves to see who can come out on top and earn bragging rights as wing-eating champs.

The Taste of Pickerington features a festival atmosphere and is accommo-dating to families, Sabra says.

“People walk around on a beautiful day and try all sorts of local food,” she says. “The community really supports us. They really embrace their small business owners.”

This year’s Taste of Pickerington will be held on Columbus Street in Olde Picker-ington Village on Oct. 6. In addition to the many culinary options, a salsa band will provide live entertainment. There is no fee to get into the event, but each vendor charges $1 per taste.

“There’s a large variety of food and entertainment here,” Mayle says. “That $1 could get you an entrée, a piece of pizza, a dessert or a drink. They’re all pretty big portions and it’s a part of an all-around fun time.”

Stephan Reed is a contributing writer. Feedback welcome at gbishop@city scenemediagroup.com.

Sabra and Eric Kershaw, owners of A Taste to Remember

A Taste to Remember won the 2011 Taste of Pickerington with its barbecue pulled and roasted chicken.


Only $75

Take Time For Yourself... RELAX Your Body and REFRESH Your Mind

Specials:Ultra body wrap, 30 minute sauna session and foot detox

Relax & Refresh

Enjoy 20% off any regular priced massage, reflexology, skin care or nail service

201 Clint Dr., Ste. 700 Pickerington, OH614.367.7237

www.allveraofpickerington.com

Body Wraps ● Detox ●Massage ● Reflexology Sunless Tanning ● Esthetic Services

The Palate of Pickerington

Barbecue Pulled Chicken with

Southwestern Coleslaw

Ingredients• Whole chicken; 4-5 lbs.

• 2 Tbsp. onion powder

• 1 Tbsp. paprika

• ¼ tsp. salt

• ¼ tsp. pepper

• 4 cups barbecue sauce

• 16 oz. shredded cabbage

• 8 oz. black beans (canned)

• 8 oz. frozen corn (thawed)

• 4 oz. shredded carrots

• 1 tsp. cumin powder

• ½ tsp. chili powder

• 6 oz. coleslaw dressing

• ¼ tsp. cayenne pepper (optional)

• sliced jalapeño peppers (optional)

Directions1. Clean and rub chicken with

garlic powder, onion powder, paprika, salt and pepper.

2. Bake chicken at 350 degrees until it reaches 165 degrees between the breast and thigh. Do not touch the bone.

3. Let the chicken rest 20 minutes. Pull meat off the bones, discarding the skin and bones.

4. Shred meat and toss into barbecue sauce.

5. In another bowl, combine slaw dressing, cumin and chili powder. Add salt and pepper to taste.

6. Mix both together. 7. Place chicken and slaw on your

favorite roll and enjoy.

Foster Care & AdoptionHelp Me Grow & Home Visiting

School Based CounselingHome Based Counseling

WANTED:

825 Grandview Ave.Columbus, Ohio 43215

(614) 258-9927 www.yasohio.org

Promoting Positive Futures

Improving Every Life We Serve

Caring and compassionate foster and adoptive families. YAS will provide all

the training you need.Classes are forming now.

Come join us for a dining experience that is out of the ordinary!

614-833-111121 N. Center St., Pickerington, OH

villagecrepe-pickerington.com

A Unique Eatery Located in theHeart of Old Pickerington Village!


bookmarks By Colleen Cassidy Bauman, Pickerington Public Library Community Services Coordinator

Pickerington Public Library 201 Opportunity Way

614-837-4104

Hours of Operation: Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-8 p.m., Friday/Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m.,

Sunday 1-5 p.m.

Pugs in a Bug By Carolyn Crimi

Six pudgy pugs hop in a car and take a spin through locales from country and city to desert and beach, encountering other dogs in other vehicles along the way and teaching young readers about counting.

Oogy: The Dog Only a Family Could Love By Larry Levin

Oogy had been used as bait for fighting dogs when he was just a few months old. He had been left to die until the police rescued him and the staff at Ardmore Animal Hospital saved his life. The Levins, whose sons are themselves adopted, were unable to resist Oogy’s charms and decided to take him home.

Giant George: Life with the World’s Biggest Dog By Dave Nasser with Lynne Barrett-Lee

He was the runt of the lit-ter when Dave and Christy Nasser brought him home, but the family’s blue-eyed “baby” grew up to become almost 5 feet tall, 7 feet long and 245 pounds. The book tells the Great Dane’s tale from puppy to tallest dog in history.

Social Media for Seniors By Studio Visual Steps

Senior citizens looking to boost their tech savvy can use this book to learn more about Facebook, Twitter and all other levels of social me-dia, with screenshots and step-by-step instructions to make things simple.

Google for Seniors: Get Acquainted with Free Google Applications: Google Earth, Maps, Reader, Docs, Sites, Chrome By Studio Visual Steps

Google offers a wide variety of free software and services online, and this guide gives seniors de-tailed instructions on building web-sites, creating documents and us-ing applications.

The Modern Grandparent’s Handbook: The Ultimate Guide to the New Rules of Grandpar-entingBy Dr. Georgia Witkin

With this book, grandparents can learn how to connect with their grandchildren online and off, how to contribute to their emotion-al development and boost their IQ, the secret hidden stresses of be-ing a grandparent and how to deal with them, the three things they should never say to their son- or daughter-in-law, and more!


Flip Into Fall and Sign Up for a

Gymnastics Class Today!

Celebrate With Us!Book your Birthday party with us! Visit remnantjewelsgym.net for more information

Open Gyms Friday Night from 7-10pm.

80 W. Church Street - Pickerington www.remnantjewelsgym.net 614-834-7754

School’s Out Camp - Nov. 6Christmas Break Camp - Dec. 27-28

Camp fees are $25 per day. Attendees must bring a packed lunch. Before and after care available for an

additional charge of $10 per day.

2012 Fall & Winter Camps

REMNANT JEWELSGYMNASTICS

Grades K-6. 9am - 4pm2 Gymnastics Sessions Per Day, Games and Seasonal Craft Fun!

$25 OFFFOR FIRST TIMECUSTOMERS

With Coupon. Not Valid with other offers. Camps Excluded

A Great Way for Children to:Make New FriendsEncourage Physical FitnessLearn & Improve Gymnastics Skills Gain Self-Confidence, Strength, Coordination, Agility & Focus

Recreational Class Sessions:

Session 2: Oct.22 - Dec.21Session 3: Jan. 6 - March 22Session 4: March 4 - April 27

Te� the worldYOUR STORY

Sterling silver charms from $25

1372 Ety Rd. • Lancaster • 740.653.6402www.wendelsjewelers.com • Mon–Fri 10–6 • Sat 10–4

PANDORA jewelry captures your stories and memories, and refl ects your expressions like a journal. It tells who you are, where you’ve been and where you’re going. Tell the world your story with PANDORA jewelry.

pandora.net

MKTG48699_WENDEL.indd 1 9/19/2012 3:52:33 PM

pickerington oct/nov 2012

Documents

pickerington magazine

cityscene magazinewww

mount carmel surgeons

city limits of pickerington

advertising information

robotic surgery

comwesterville magazinewww

comtrivillage magazinewww