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STRONGSVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE 81st Annual HOMECOMING FESTIVAL July 12-15, 2023

This year marks the 81st anniversary of the Strongsville Homecoming Festival sponsored by the Strongsville Chamber of Commerce. This event is made possible by the dedication of countless volunteers who take time out of their busy schedules to work at Homecoming during the four day celebration. We are very pleased to announce the "Hometown Pride" fireworks show that will take place on Saturday night July 15, 2023. The viewing of the fireworks will be best right from the Commons.   The festival gets underway on Wednesday July 12th at 3pm and continues on through Saturday night, concluding with fireworks. Homecoming is always a fun celebration enjoyed by thousands of people.  What a great opportunity to get out and meet and greet all of your old friends and neighbors.   A big thanks also goes out to all of the Homecoming Sponsors who support this annual event. Their generous participation allows for a true family celebration that continues to grow year after year. Please take note of all the sponsors and support them whenever possible.   The entire Homecoming Committee wishes to thank our hard working tent managers and all of their volunteers. Without the hard work of this group it would be impossible to hold such a huge event. Let's all get together to celebrate our "Hometown Pride" for four days and have a great time in our fine city. I look forward to seeing all of you on the Commons,   Tom Burichin Homecoming Chairman

A Note From MAYOR PERCIAK The Strongsville Chamber of Commerce will again serve as the host sponsor of the annual Homecoming Festival. I congratulate the Chamber on their continued commitment to the community of Strongsville and I especially thank the Homecoming Committee and the Board of Trustees for their dedication and hard work. The efforts put forth by the General Chairman, Tom Burichin, and Co-Chairman, Mike Kalinich Sr. are greatly appreciated. My thanks to all the generous sponsors and many volunteers who support this wonderful family event and make it possible for Strongsville to shine! Best wishes, Mayor Thomas P. Perciak

HOMECOMING -- 50/50 RAFFLE

LARGEST 50/50 RAFFLE IN NORTHEAST OHIO! Be sure to visit the 50/50 raffle tent at the 81st Annual Homecoming Festival to purchase your 50/50 raffle tickets. Tickets are $5.00 each or 5 tickets for $20.00

There's always a big winner, and this year, it could be YOU!!

Thank You to our Generous Homecoming Sponsors!

Aerni Dental Albert Einstein Academy Andros Gagliani Eye Center Antonio's Arslanian Brothers Avenue at Strongsville Bates Brothers Amusement Bender Insurance & Financial Services Bennetts Bar & Pizzeria Brown Aveda Institute Bucci's J Bella Bullseye Activewear Butcher Elder Law Butler Family Dentistry CQ Printing Camp Bow Wow Century Cycles Cintas Corporation City Barbeque Cleveland Too & Cutter Inc CMIT Solutions of Cleveland SW and Akron Concrete Craft of Cleveland SW Countryside Landscape Donovan, Klimczak & Co. Ed & Sherry Jarus Edward Jones - Brian Kljun Fay Industries Inc. Fire 45 Grille & Social First Evangelical Lutheran Church First Federal of Lakewood Freddy's Frozen Custard & Steakburgers Friends of the Strongsville Public Library Gene Mark & Family

Generations Senior Living Hirts Flowers Howard Hanna HW&Co., CPAs & Advisors International Karate Center Jardine Funeral Home Kaminski for Strongsville Kalinich Fence Company Kiplinger & Co. CPAs LLC Kitchen Tune-Up Kiwanis Club of Strongsville Koler Financial Group Kraft Fluid Systems Lincoln Garage Door Lunn Road Storage Lux Home Remodeling Master Pizza Momentive Performance Mulligan's Bar & Grille Neil F. Sika, OD, Inc. Nurse Practitioner Health Services, LLC Ode Family Companies Ode Ventures Paul Davis Restoration Petitti Garden Centers PSE Credit Union Inc. QUICKMed Urgent Care RA Kalfas Construction Rick Yusi Automotive LLC Right at School Royalton Music Sarah Adult Day Care Ctr. Schonhut Landscape Svcs. Sean Kilbane & Family Sgt. Clean's Car Wash Sheiban Jewelers, Inc. Spenser Vago & Family

State Farm-Tom Burichin Streeter & Petropouleas, LLC Strongsville City Schools Strongsville Dairy Queen Strongsville Education Foundation Strongsville Firefighters - Local 2882 Strongsville Football Backers Strongsville Heating & Cooling Strongsville License Bureau Strongsville Marathon - I-71 & Route 82 Strongsville Massage Therapy Strongsville Montessori - Creative Playrooms Strongsville Optimist Club Strongsville Police Foundation Strongsville Smile Keepers Strongsville Spirit Shop Strongsville United Methodist Church Sts. Joseph & John School TGI Fridays The Ehrnfelt Family The Salon & Spa of Venus Triv's Waldheger-Coyne - A Legal Profess. Assoc. Westwood Mini Storage Westwood Place White Flower Cake Shoppe

CHAMBER SCHOLARSHIP PROGRAM

The Strongsville Chamber of Commerce awarded scholarships to 18 Strongsville area students at the annual Scholarship Luncheon on May 23rd. The scholarships are funded by the proceeds from the Holiday Dance sponsored by the Chamber of Commerce. We offer our congratulations and very best wishes to the 2023 Scholarship Recipients! The 2023 Scholarship Recipients Daniel Anthony - Undecided Mae Conlon - Miami University of Ohio Samantha Drenski - Miami University of Ohio Dawson Filut - Kenyon College Sarah Fleming - Michigan State Maeve Galla - The Ohio State University Madison Gilbert - Miami University of Ohio Anthony Kennell - Miami University of Ohio Aubrey Kocsis - Elon University Sophia Kuhar - Ohio University Michael Noval - Dayton Unversity Gibson Painter - Dayton University Haley Preseren - Miami University of Ohio Avery Scullin - Undecided Sophia Simul - Undecided Cara Solar - Auburn University Bennett Stelter - The Ohio State University Alexander Tillia - Bowling Green University This year, the Chamber presented a special scholarship award to the student who best exemplifies a spirit of service and involvement to the community. The award is named for Honorary Lifetime Chamber Trustee Michael Kalinich Sr, who has given a lifetime of service to our community. 2023 Michael Kalinich Sr. Community Service Scholarship Samantha Drenski - Miami University of Ohio At the luncheon, the following students were recognized and thanked for their commitment to service in a branch of the Armed Forces upon graduation: Genesis Diaz Holguin - U.S. Navy Cole Duncan - Ohio Army National Guard Vlad Mashevskyy - Ohio Army National Guard Marissa Masola - U. S. Navy Maiti Walsh - Ohio Army National Guard

WELCOME NEW MEMBERS

The following businesses and individuals have joined the Chamber since the publication of our last newsletter. We are grateful for their interest and support. Our Chamber encourages all of our members to patronize other member businesses whenever possible. To obtain contact information for any of the new Chamber members click on the name below, or visit the Chamber Member Directory on the Chamber website: www.strongsvillechamber.com. 

3 Kids Candy ARC Benefit Solutions Brunswick Auto Mart Arena Carmen Hawkins Classic Finishing Auto Detailing LLC Clean N Green Lawn Service LLC DKgrafix Limited Great Lakes Health & Wellness JBM Tax Lux Home Remodeling MT Contracting LLC Ohio Business Machines PALs Adult Day Program (Pathway Church) Raymond James & Associates Small Miracles Animal Hospital

RIBBON CUTTING CEREMONIES

Handmade Haven Hooley Pub & Kitchen Great Lakes Health & Wellness Schaeffler White Flower Cake Shoppe Let the Chamber help promote the opening (or re-opening) of your business with a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony! More info can be found on the Strongsville Chamber website, or by calling the Chamber office at 440.238.3366.

BUSINESS AFTER HOURS

South Park Mall hosted a Business After Hours event on Thursday, May 18th at the Hooley Pub & Kitchen, located next to the the main front entrance of the mall. To kick of the festivities, a Ribbon Cutting Ceremony was held for Hooley Pub & Kitchen. Afterwards, guests enjoyed ice cold beverages, a tantalizing array of appetizers, live music and great camaraderie. We thank SouthPark Mall for hosting another outstanding event, and we send our congratulations and best wishes to Hooley Pub and Kitchen for your success and continued growth here in Strongsville!

CHAMBER GOLF OUTING ** Registration is now OPEN! **

CLICK HERE FOR PRINTABLE REGISTRATION FORM

STRONGSVILLE COMMUNITY BUSINESS EXPO

BUSINESS LUNCHEONS

Thank You to our April Luncheon Sponsor  GENERATIONS SENIOR LIVING Thank you to Generations Senior Living for sponsoring the April Business Luncheon held at their beautiful Strongsville location. Generations Senior Living treated luncheon guests to a truly delicious and freshly prepared lunch that was served in the beautiful light-filled atrium. The luncheon menu included Roasted Airline Chicken, Pasta in Blush Sauce, Sauteed Green Beans, Tossed Garden Salad, Fresh Rolls & Butter, and Turtle Cheesecake. The meal was prepared by locally famous "Chef Fred" and the Generations kitchen staff. Generations Senior Living Corporate Director of Public Relations Danielle Shafstall gave an informative presentation on the features (and red flags) to look for when selecting a senior living community. After the presentation, guests were offered a tour of the building to view a resident's apartment, the activities and fitness centers, and other amenities offered at Generations. We extend our sincere thanks to the friendly and attentive staff at Generations for a truly outstanding luncheon event. To find out more about Generations Senior Living, please click HERE. If you are interested in sponsoring an upcoming Chamber Business Luncheon, please call the Chamber office at 440.238.3366.

UPCOMING CHAMBER EVENTS

SEPTEMBER BUSINESS LUNCHEON "Meet Your School Board and City Council" ______________________________________ When: Tues., September 19th Time: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

OCTOBER BUSINESS LUNCHEON "State of the Schools" Address Presented by Dr. Cameron Ryba __________________ When: Tues., October 24th Time: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

NOVEMBER BUSINESS LUNCHEON TBA __________________ When: Tues., November 14th Time: 11:30 am - 1:00 pm

We're Hiring! The Strongsville Chamber is seeking a dynamic individual to join our staff in the role of Part-Time Office Assistant. The ideal candidate will have 1-2 years prior office experience, be a hard-working professional with excellent communication and customer service skills. Responsibilities include the day to day administration of the organization, planning & executing Chamber events, creating marketing content, and providing admin & bookkeeping support as needed.

If you have a passion for your city and a desire to be part of a team dedicated to the success of the local Strongsville business community, please email resume and cover letter to: assistant@strongsvillechamber.com

NOACC Northern Ohio Area Chamber of Commerce Superior Business Benefits for Chamber Members Through an affiliation with the Northern Ohio Area Chamber of Commerce (NOACC), the Strongsville Chamber is able to provide its members with access to discounts on Group Health Insurance, Workers Comp, Shipping & Freight, and savings on other programs for your business. Click HERE to learn more

CHAMBER TRUSTEES ----------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------------- Richard C. Baldin, Retired, Ladders Unlimited & Supply, Inc. *Tom Burichin - State Farm - Homecoming Chairman Jim Carbone - N. Olmsted Police Department Mike Catan - Square 22 Walter Ehrnfelt III, Esq. - Waldheger Coyne, A Legal Professional Association Gregg Finkler - HW&Co. CPAs & Advisors - Treasurer / Scholarship Dance Chairman Matt Finkler - Hertvik Insurance Group Colleen Flowers - Buffalo Wild Wings Jessica Frenchik - Strongsville City Schools - Vice President Gordon Glissman - Countryside, Inc. Charles Goss - City of Strongsville - Past President Chuck Hollingsworth - Westfield Bank - President George Jardine - Jardine Funeral Home Ed Jarus - Retired, UPS Cortney Kalfas - R.A. Kalfas Construction Robert A. Kalfas - R.A. Kalfas Construction *Michael Kalinich, Sr., - Kalinich Fence Co., Inc. Jim Kaminski - Retired, Kellogg's Scott Maloney - Century Cycles Paul Matula - Advantage Insulation Bob McGrath - Sweeties Olympia Treats Mayor Thomas P. Perciak - City of Strongsville Thomas W. Rakowsky - Ohio Lottery Commission - Luncheon Chairman Neil F. Sika O.D. - Neil F. Sika, O.D., Inc. - Golf Outing Chairman Dan Stroemple - Vitamix Corp. Brittany Swan - Shinto Japanese Steakhouse & Sushi Bar Spenser Vago - Vago Insurance Agency *Denotes Honorary Lifetime Trustee

STRONGSVILLE CHAMBER OF COMMERCE Amy T. Ferree, Executive Director info@strongsvillechamber.com Marty Stewart, Assistant  18829 Royalton Road, Strongsville, OH 44136 440.238.3366 www.strongsvillechamber.com

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