TIFFIN, OHIO – August 15, 2024 – The Tiffin-Seneca Economic Partnership (TSEP) announced today that Noah Paris has been selected as the Community Development Coordinator. Paris will be filling the role of Corrina Eidt, who will be departing at the end of the month. Eidt previously served as the organization’s Operations Manager, however, the new role will shift to allow more of a focus on community development and grant-writing.

Paris, originally from Elida, Ohio, is a graduate of Heidelberg University with degrees in Political Science and Economics.  During his time at Heidelberg, Paris was involved in many leadership groups, such as the Berg Events Council (BEC) and the Student-Athlete Advisory Committee, (SAAC) both of which he served on the executive board for the organizations. During his final year at Heidelberg, Paris had an internship with TSEP where his main role was to reach out to TSEP members to gather information to put on the organization’s website.

“I am very excited to be back with TSEP and a part of a great organization. I look forward to having the opportunity to work with our amazing community and to continue the great work that TSEP has done,” said Paris.

The restructuring of TSEP will allow the organization to apply for additional state, federal, and private grant programs, which will in turn bring new dollars into Seneca County. Furthermore, Paris will serve as the link between TSEP, local government, and local agencies on key community development projects and initiatives.

TSEP President & CEO Aaron Montz is thrilled for the changes, stating “Noah was a phenomenal intern in his time with us while he studied at Heidelberg University. He brings a unique skillset to our organization that will fit hand-in-glove as our Community Development Coordinator.”

TIFFIN, OHIO – August 13, 2024 The annual Taste in Downtown Tiffin will take place on August 22nd from 5:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m., featuring a variety of menu samples from over twenty local eateries. The event will be held at National Corner, the Public Library parking lot, and Jefferson Street.

Attendees will have the opportunity to sample different dishes from local Tiffin eateries including Jolly’s, Reino’s, The Empire, Simply Susan’s, Double D’s, Carmie’s, The Deli Cafe, and more.

Downtown Development Committee Chair Greg Dell said, “We’re looking forward to the Taste in Downtown Tiffin. We appreciate the support from our local restaurants and eateries, volunteers, and businesses that help make this event happen every year.”

Tickets for the “Taste in Downtown Tiffin” can be purchased at the event or in advance at Pan Yan Bookstore and Reclaim It, starting Thursday, August 15th. A pack of 5 tickets is available for $5, while a pack of 20 tickets can be purchased for $20. Most food items will be priced between 1-3 tickets, allowing attendees to enjoy multiple offerings without committing to a full meal.

The Tiffin City Parks & Recreation Department will host its annual “Band Bash” at the Frost-Kalnow Amphitheater on the East Green from 7:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. The concert will feature performances by marching bands from Heidelberg University, Tiffin University, Columbian High School, and New Riegel High School.

Tiffin City Mayor Wilkinson commented, “This is a fantastic opportunity for our community to come together and celebrate the diverse flavors that Tiffin has to offer. With the Battle of the Bands happening simultaneously, this event promises to be an unforgettable experience, filled with great food, music, and community spirit. I encourage everyone to come out and enjoy what makes our city so special!”

TIFFIN, OHIO – August 12, 2024  Lavender Lane Studio, a new hair salon owned by local resident, Tracie Poulson, is now open in the Laird Building. Tracie Poulson, who has been an instructor at the Tiffin Academy of Hair Design for over 10 years and Assistant Director for 2 years, brings her extensive experience and passion for hair care to her new venture.

The name, Lavender Lane, is a tribute to Tracie’s mother and grandmother. Lavender symbolizes beauty and resilience, qualities that Tracie believes represent her grandmother and mother. Tracie hopes to pass that on to others. One of Tracie’s favorite quotes is, “She dances along the edges of life, like lavender in the wind, delicate yet resilient.” ~ Unknown.

Lavender Lane Studio specializes in hair cutting, coloring, and styling for women and men of all ages. Tracie focuses on building relationships with her clients and takes pride in her customer service. “My goal for my clients is to have them leave feeling refreshed and satisfied. I strive for thorough consultations where the client feels heard and understood,” said Tracie. In addition to hair services, Tracie plans to offer locally sourced home and beauty items that represent Tiffin.

Mayor Wilkinson stated, “We are excited to welcome Lavender Lane Hair Studio to our downtown community!  It is wonderful to see our city continue to grow with businesses that cater to the diverse needs of our residents. I encourage everyone to visit and experience the exceptional service they have to offer.”

The studio is located at 116 S. Washington Street, Suite 210 and operates by appointment, with hours on Mondays and Tuesday through Friday evenings. For appointments, text 419-765-0680 or email traciepoulson@gmail.com. More information is available on Facebook at https://www.facebook.com/FortheLoveofhairTraciePoulson.

[pictured: Tracie Poulson, owner]

TIFFIN, OHIO – August 5, 2024 – Downtown Tiffin will host its 3rd Thursday event, Sidewalk Sales, on August 15th. Participating retail shops will offer sale items outside their stores during their business hours. Look for tables, tents, and balloons to identify participating locations.

Shoppers will find a variety of items on sale, including clothing, music, books, home goods, antiques, furniture, and knick-knacks. Most clearance items will be discounted by 50-75%. Shoppers are encouraged to visit throughout the day to take advantage of great sales. Additionally, some stores will feature raffles and giveaways during the event.

Tiffin City Mayor Wilkinson commented, “This is a wonderful opportunity for our community to come together, support our local businesses, and enjoy the vibrant atmosphere of our downtown area. I encourage everyone to take part in this festive occasion, explore the unique offerings from our local vendors, and celebrate the community spirit of Tiffin.”

The 3rd Thursdays in Downtown Tiffin are made possible with the generous support of event sponsors Reineke Family Dealerships, Destination Seneca County, and UIS Insurance and Investments.

Reineke Family Dealerships to Host Car Show in Downtown Tiffin

TIFFIN, OHIO – Reineke Family Dealerships (including Reineke’s Tiffin Ford Lincoln, Reineke Collision Center, Reineke RV, and Eclipse Auto Care) will host a car show on Saturday, August 24th, 2024, in downtown Tiffin at the East Tower (109 Jefferson St.).

“We’re excited to host this annual car show and look forward to spending the day in downtown Tiffin!” said Dan Reineke, Reineke Family Dealerships.

The Motors And Music Car Show will run from 3pm to 7pm at the East Tower property. After the car show (approximately 6:45pm), commemorative trophies will be awarded before the start of the evening’s concert. Following the awards, everyone is encouraged to attend the free concert at 8pm with Stolen Silver at the Frost-Kalnow Amphitheatre on the East Green, which will be the season finale for the East Green Summer Concert Series.

You can pre-register your vehicle for $10 (and the first 50 get a free t-shirt) or register your vehicle the day of for $15. General admission is free to the public.

The Dave & Glenn Duo will provide entertainment and a special Bronco Bullpen will be reserved for all Ford Broncos who attend the show (both modern and historic).

For more information, please reach out to Greg Dell.    greg.dell@drivereineke.com   419.618.2167

COLUMBUS, Ohio – July 22, 2024 – Historic building owners looking to preserve and rehabilitate buildings in their communities can begin the process to apply for state funding available through the Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program. Administered by the Ohio Department of Development, the program provides tax credits to incentivize the preservation of historic buildings in Ohio.

“It’s important we continue to preserve Ohio’s rich heritage,” said Lydia Mihalik, director of the Ohio Department of Development. “The Historic Preservation Tax Credit Program honors our state’s past, while providing opportunities for the future. By preserving these irreplaceable landmarks, we are fostering economic growth, community pride, and a deeper appreciation of our shared history. Whether you have one small building or a large historic district, the tax credit program can help.”

Applicants can start the application process with the Intent to Apply, open now. The Intent to Apply is due by 4 p.m., Aug. 15 and is available online at development.ohio.gov/historic. Interested applicants must submit an intent to apply to be eligible to submit an application. Applicants must also request a pre-application meeting with the State Historic Preservation Office by 4 p.m. July. 31.

Round 33 will be administered on the following schedule:

• SHPO Pre-App Meeting Request Deadline: 4 p.m., July 31
• Intent to Apply Submission Deadline: 4 p.m., Aug. 15
• Deadline to Hold SHPO Pre-Application Meeting: 4 p.m., Aug. 15 (Must contact SHPO to arrange this meeting no later than Aug. 9, 2024).
• Historic Documentation (Part 1 and 2) Deadline: 4 p.m., Aug. 30
• SHPO Documentation Review Period: Aug. 31 – Dec. 1, 2024
• Application/Fee Submission Deadline: 4 p.m., Sept. 30
• Development Application Review Period: Oct. 1 – Dec. 1, 2024
• Approved Applications Announced: On or before Dec. 31, 2024

The Ohio Historic Preservation Tax Credit program is administered in partnership with the Ohio History Connection’s State Historic Preservation Office. The State Historic Preservation Office determines if a property qualifies as a historic building and that the rehabilitation plans comply with the United States Secretary of the Interior’s Standards for Rehabilitation. A building must be individually listed on the National Register of Historic Places, contribute to a National Register Historic District, National Park Service Certified Historic District, or Certified Local Government historic district, or be listed as a local landmark by a Certified Local Government to be eligible.

Building owners or developers looking to nominate a building or district to the National Register of Historic Places can apply for assistance through the Historic Preservation Pipeline Initiative. Funding opportunities and application information are available online at development.ohio.gov/HistoricPipeline.

Through 32 rounds of the program, tax credits have been approved for 706projects to rehabilitate more than 960 historic buildings across 91 Ohio communities. The program is projected to leverage more than $10.4billion in private development funding and federal tax credits directly through the rehabilitation projects.

Questions about the program can be directed to Lisa Brownell at Lisa.Brownell@development.ohio.gov.

The Ohio Department of Development empowers communities to succeed by investing in Ohio’s people, places, and businesses. Learn more about our work at development.ohio.gov.

The Ohio History Connection is a statewide history organization with the mission to spark discovery of Ohio’s stories. As a 501(c)(3) nonprofit organization chartered in 1885, the Ohio History Connection carries out history services for Ohio and its citizens focused on preserving and sharing the state’s history. This includes housing the State Historic Preservation Office and the official state archives and managing more than 50 sites and museums across Ohio. For more information, go to ohiohistory.org. The Greater Columbus Arts Council and the Columbus Foundation provide support for Ohio History Connection programs.

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The Ohio Department of Development is committed to providing access and inclusion and reasonable accommodation in its services, activities, programs, and employment opportunities in accordance with the Americans with Disabilities Act (ADA) and other applicable laws. To request a reasonable accommodation due to a disability please contact the ADA Coordinator as soon as possible.

TIFFIN, OHIO – July 1, 2024 –Downtown Tiffin is preparing for its 3rd Thursday Christmas in July event to be held on July 18th from 5-8 pm. This event will feature a variety of activities and entertainment for all ages.

City Parking Lot 5 will be the venue for the “Touch-a-Truck” event, featuring Santa’s Heroic Heroes as well as Tiffin City’s police, fire, and rescue vehicles. Additionally, there’s a chance Buddy the Elf will make a special appearance. Kids can have fun with a North Pole obstacle course bouncy house, generously provided by Tiffin Inflatables. Enjoy delicious treats from Glaze’Em Gourmet Funnel Cakes. Keep an eye out for “Summer” Santa strolling around Downtown.

Local merchants will get into the holiday spirit with Christmas in July sales and exclusive discounts including a “Naughty or Nice” scratch off game with a chance to win Chamber Cash. Operation Hallmark Inc. will organize a scavenger hunt featuring a display of over 50 Nutcrackers, each uniquely painted by Downtown merchants, businesses, and organizations. To add to the festive atmosphere, the City of Tiffin will illuminate Downtown by turning on the holiday lights for the evening.

Tiffin City Mayor Wilkinson expressed his excitement by saying, “Join me for a day filled with holiday-themed activities and fun for the whole family. It’s never too early to spread a little holiday cheer. I look forward to seeing you all there.”

The 3rd Thursdays in Downtown Tiffin are made possible with the generous support of event sponsors Reineke Family Dealerships, Destination Seneca County, and UIS Insurance and Investments.

TIFFIN, OHIO – June 28, 2024  The Downtown Tiffin Development Committee (DDC) is pleased to announce the 2024 Main Street Celebration and Downtown Summit. This event will take place on Thursday, September 26, 2024, from 5:30 to 7:30 p.m. at The Chandelier Community Event Center, located at 151 S. Washington St., Tiffin.

Community, business leaders, and supporters of the Main Street initiative are invited to join in commemorating a year of success for Downtown Tiffin. The evening will feature networking opportunities, heavy hors d’oeuvres, music, and a series of presentations. The evening’s presentations will cover the significance of downtown revitalization and economic growth, followed by a 2024 growth recap, and conclude with the 2024 Downtown Tiffin Main Street Awards ceremony.

Greg Dell, DDC Board Chair stated, “We’re looking forward to a celebration of Downtown Tiffin!  We’re very fortunate with so many folks working together to make Tiffin a destination!”

Early Bird Tickets are available for $25 until July 31, after which the ticket price will increase to $30. A cash bar will be available.

For more information or to purchase tickets, please visit Eventbrite here.

[PHOTO CAPTION: The crowd at the 2023 Main Street Celebration and Downtown Summit]

TIFFIN, OHIO – June 20, 2024  The Secret Seamstress, a local business specializing in alterations, tailoring, and sewing lessons, is thrilled to announce its relocation to a larger space in Downtown Tiffin. The shop will open its doors at 184 S Washington Street next month, with a grand re-opening celebration scheduled for Thursday, July 11th, from 4:00 PM to 6:00 PM.

Owner Jenny Hale recently received a $10,000 small business loan from the Economic and Community Development Institute during Women’s History Month. This funding has allowed her to expand her business and move to a larger location. The new space will enable The Secret Seamstress to offer a wider range of new and consignment formal wear for both women and men, specializing in PLUS sizes and men’s Big & Tall.

“I’m incredibly excited about my move to 184 S Washington Street,” said Jenny Hale, owner of The Secret Seamstress. “I often think of the quote from the movie Field of Dreams ‘If you build it, they will come’. This new location will allow me to offer a selection of formal wear and provide enhanced services to my valued customers, including a dry cleaning drop off. I am interested to hear what people are looking for and to do my best to provide it for them.  I welcome any suggestions and feedback to improve my formal wear offerings.  In fact, several men who come in for tailoring have expressed interest in having a place where they can purchase a quality suit and like attire locally. They will be able to shop for a suit, shirt & accessories, try on, and have tailoring done as a 1 stop shop. We are grateful for the support of the Tiffin community and look forward to welcoming everyone at our grand re-opening.”

Mayor Wilkinson said, “Congratulations to the Secret Seamstress on the remarkable expansion of your services. Your growth is a testament to your hard work, dedication, and commitment to excellence. We are proud to have you as a vital part of our local economy and look forward to witnessing your continued success. Here’s to many more years of serving our community in your new location.”

For more information, please contact:

The Secret Seamstress

Phone: 419-608-8074

Email: Thesecretseamstress2023@outlook.com 

Website: Thesecretseamstress2023.com

[pictured: Jenny Hale, owner]

TIFFIN, OH – June 7, 2024 Two businesses in Downtown Tiffin are excited to announce that they are switching locations to better accommodate their respective needs. Mood Hair Studio has relocated to 6 Sycamore Street, and Paradise Nails is now situated on the second floor of the Laird Building at 120 1/2 South Washington Street.

Mood Hair Studio, owned by Nick Moody and Kendall Stone, originally opened its doors in November 2023. The studio offers haircuts and styles, nail services, spray tanning, and waxing. Kendall Stone brings 15 years of industry experience, while Nick Moody is known for his special barber skills, including the old-school hot towel straight razor shave.

“We are excited about moving to a larger location with more room for our services and a first-floor entrance,” said Kendall Stone. “Being part of the Downtown Tiffin community and events is very important to us.”

Paradise Nails, opened by Brittany Chapman 10 years ago, sought a smaller space that better suited her business needs. The Laird Building provides an ideal fit for her nail services, which include acrylic, free-form, GelX, and nail art.

“I am thrilled to be part of the Laird Building community in the heart of Downtown Tiffin,” said Brittany Chapman. “This move allows me to continue providing exceptional nail services in a wonderful new setting.”

Greg Dell, Chair of the Downtown Development Committee Board, added, “The relocation of these two businesses within Downtown Tiffin demonstrates the dynamic and supportive nature of our business community. We are pleased to see Mood Hair Studio and Paradise Nails continuing to thrive in new spaces that meet their evolving needs.”

For more information on Mood Hair Studio, please call 567-230-1863, email kstone2236@gmail.com, or visit [https://www.facebook.com/mood.HairStudio23].

For more information on Paradise Nails and Hair Salon, please call 567-938-6100 or visit [https://www.facebook.com/tiffinsparadisenails].

FROST KALNOW AMPHITHEATRE, Tiffin OH – May 30, 2024 – The East Green Concert Series is excited to announce concerts are back for their Sixth Season and are excited to present their entertaining and diverse lineup of artists from around the country and around the corner. Concerts Begin June 15th will consist of six free concerts that will begin at 8 pm and are presented every other Saturday evening at the Frost Kalnow Amphitheater in downtown Tiffin. Concerts are free and family friendly.

June 15th – Hubb’s Grove

June 29th – Aquaducks

July 13th – “Her”story

July 27 – Motor City Josh

August 10th – The Together Band

August 24th – Stolen Silver (Motors N’ Music – Reineke Car Show)

To kick off the 2024 season, they welcome Cleveland band Hubb’s Groove on Saturday, June 15th in Tiffin’s second annual Juneteenth Celebration. Hubb’s Groove fuses together a large range of genres including soul, jazz, gospel, and R&B. The band is headed by acclaimed drummer Robert Hubbard Jr., who helped found the group in 1995. Hubb’s Groove, formerly known as Moment’s Notice, maintains a faithful following in Northeast Ohio and has performed alongside celebrated vocalists such as Angela Bofill, Roger Smith, Markus Johnson, and many more. They have also opened for Earth, Wind & Fire, Yellowjackets, Randy Crawford, among others. Hubb’s Groove holds the title of Cleveland’s Band of the Year in 2019 and Cleveland’s Best Jazz Band in 2022 by the Cleveland Music Awards.

The full season is sponsored by Reineke Family Dealerships and this concert is brought to you by Five Star Maintenance and Construction along with the Seneca County Chamber of Commerce.

Like @TiffinEastGreen on Facebook for updates and learn more on the website at www.EastGreenConcerts.com

Park rules and regulations are posted on the website. Applications to book the Amphitheater for your events are through Tiffin Parks and Rec.

The East Green Summer Concert Series, a 501(c)(3) was organized to promote fine arts, the performing arts and music education while engaging the community as determined by the Board of Directors.

The 501(c) (3) will manage, promote, and run all aspects of the summer concert series. The park will be managed in conjunction with the Tiffin Parks and Recreation Department. Tiffin Parks & Recreation manages the grounds and the day-to-day operations of the East Green Amphitheater including the events schedule outside of the summer concert series.

The East Green Summer Concert Series is a local non-profit arts organization whose mission is to build an enduring legacy of art and beautiful music in the Tiffin-Seneca County area by encouraging artists and musicians with grants, scholarships, and performance and teaching opportunities. The main purpose of this not-for-profit entity is to promote fine arts, the performing arts and music education while engaging the community.

Please feel free to contact us with any questions:

John M. Kerschner

East Green Summer Concert Series johnmkerschner@gmail.com

Bryce Kuhn

Tiffin Parks and Recreation

bkuhn@tiffinohio.gov