Westside Messenger - September 20th, 2020

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September 20 - October 3, 2020 www.columbusmessenger.com Vol. XLVII, No. 6 

Art and music 

on the Hilltop 

Messenger photos by Dedra Cordle 

Food, art and music enthusiasts flocked to West Broad Street 

on Sept. 12 for a summer event series known as Art Brunch. 

Hosted by the local gallery, 3060 Artworks, and in partnership 

with surrounding businesses, the morning and afternoon 

gathering was established to allow enthusiasts the chance to 

get out of the house and explore the variety of talents from 

artists throughout the region. Owner Kelly Reichert said that 

while the summer series is set to end on Oct. 10, the gallery 

will still host an artist reception on the first Saturday of the 

month (the hours are 6 to 9 p.m.) and will still be open for visitors 

on Fridays 10 a.m. to 3 p.m.; Saturdays 10 a.m. to 5 p.m.; 

and Sundays 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. For current artist information on 

display, visit 3060artworks.net 

Prairie community 

center to cut hours 

By Amanda Ensinger 

Staff Writer 

Prairie Township Community Center 

Director Michael Pollack said there will be 

some changes this fall. 

“We have updated the hours to reflect 

the hours we are seeing the most members 

come in,” Pollack said at a recent board of 

trustees meeting. “This will align with our 

usage pattern and will make the most 

sense from an operations perspective.” 

The revised hours will be from 7 a.m. to 

8 p.m. Monday through Thursday, 7 a.m. 

See COMMUNITY CENTER page 2 

Inside 

Artist Lee Lander (right) demonstrates creations using alcohol 

ink. Lander, of Galena, said she started creating artwork with 

alcohol ink more than two years ago and enjoys working with 

the medium despite its propensity to look like a “hot mess” initially. 

“It can start out looking like a hot mess,” she said, “but 

by the end you can get some truly wonderful pieces out of it.” 

In addition to her demonstration on Sept. 12, several of her 

acrylic and mixed medium pieces are on display at the gallery. 

The Sounds of Ru Trio (below) entertain during the event. From 

left to right, they are Jack Thompson, Rubin Traylor and Brian 

Farlough. 

For more photos, visit www.columbusmessenger.com and 

look under Westside. 

Pets of the Week ................. 12 

The Reel Deal ...................... 12 

Rise in Crime 

Columbus leaders discuss ways to 

reduce gun violence in city Page 3 

Student Fees 

Board of education votes to slash 

student fees for 2020/21 Page 4

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Trustees discuss crime, snow and more in Prairie Township 


Staff Writer 

At a recent Prairie Township meeting, 

the trustees discussed an increase in criminal 

activity. 

According to Prairie Township 

Administrator Rob Peters, there has been a 

spike in theft from both retail stores and 

private residences. 

“Recently there were 592 calls for service 

and several of those included breaking 

and entering, aggravated robbery and theft 

of a motor vehicle,” Peters said. “All residents 

are encouraged to make sure that 

their vehicles are secure, park in well-lit 

areas if possible and not leave valuables in 

their vehicles.” 

The Franklin County Sheriff’s Office 

patrols the township and officials hope to 

see criminal activity decline as the weather 

turns cooler. 

With the colder months approaching, 

the board also discussed snow and ice 

removal plans with the city of Columbus. 

This annual agreement is a partnership 

with the city for the township to remove 

snow and ice on Columbus streets that are 

within the township. 

“In exchange for the township maintaining, 

during snow and ice events, 11.58 lane 

miles of road, the city of Columbus will 

compensate the township $953 per lane 

mile for a total of $11,035,” Peters said. 

“The township maintained these same 

roads last year. As in the past, township 

roads will have priority.” 

Peters said that partnerships like this 

ensure township residents are protected 

when they drive from township to 

Columbus roads. 

news and notes 

COMMUNITY CENTER 

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to 5 p.m. on Friday, 8 a.m. to 6 p.m. on Saturday and 

12 to 6 p.m. on Sunday. 

Pollack said with the pool and other activities continuing 

to not be offered, the center is seeing attendance 

lower on Friday and Saturday, so keeping the 

center open extended hours didn’t make sense. 

Pollack added that the community center pool will 

stay closed. 

“We are continuing to evaluate the COVID-19 

trends and see what impact schools and colleges being 

reopened are having on the public health emergency,” 

Pollack said. “We also are looking at what other communities 

are doing who have indoor pools and seeing 

what makes the most sense to do.” 

The township wants to see if the virus infection 

numbers in Franklin County will increase, as they did 

in July, or go down before they decide when the pool 

will reopen. 

“We want to make sure there isn’t another surge 

before we make any decisions,” he said. “We haven’t 

forgotten about the pool, but we need to see what our 

capacity can safely be before we reopen it.” 

Pollack said the pool can safely allow a small number 

of people to swim at once, so it financially doesn’t 

make sense for the township to reopen it until it can be 

used by more people at the same time. 

Once the pool is open, officials want to keep it open 

because the expenses of filling it and continuing to 

maintain it are costly. 

“We can’t say we are going to reopen it on a specific 

date right now,” Pollack said. “We don’t have a 

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In other news, as township employees 

return to the office, the board discussed the 

need for further COVID-19 safeguards to 

protect employees. The township will 

install hands-free electrical and plumbing 

devices at some township facilities. 

“It includes COVID-19 guards at 25 

Maple Drive for protection of workers and 

residents while interacting with the staff,” 

Peters said. “The work would also involve 

extending a glass opening for resident service 

at entryway at 23 Maple Drive.” 

The cost for this work is approximately 

$47,500. The work will be paid for from the 

CARES Funds that the township has 

received for COVID-19 related expenses. 

CML helps county promote voter registration 

Columbus Metropolitan Library (CML) has partnered with the 

Franklin County Board of Elections to promote voter registration 

and participation in the upcoming General 

Election on Nov. 3. 

In addition to sharing the board of elections 

messaging in marketing channels, 

CML offers voter registration information 

and resources online and at all 23 of its 

locations. Additionally, CML staff are available 

to provide voter registration assistance 

using CML public computers. The voter 

registration deadline for the upcoming 

General Election is Oct. 5. 

Five locations will close for library services 

on Election Day to serve as official polling places: 

•Karl Road Branch, 5590 Karl Road 

•Linden Branch, 2223 Cleveland Ave. 

•Parsons Branch, 1113 Parsons Ave. 

•Reynoldsburg Branch, 1402 Brice Road 

•Shepard Branch, 850 N. Nelson Road 

Columbus Metropolitan Library has served the people of 

Franklin County since 1873. 

For more information, visit www.columbuslibrary.org. 

Produce giveaway at YMCA 

The Hilltop YMCA hosts a fresh produce giveaway the third 

Wednesday of each month from 4 to 6 p.m. at 2879 Valleyview 

Drive in Columbus. For more information, call the YMCA at 614- 

276-8224. 

timetable on this and need to see how things progress 

in the county first. We want to reopen the pool and 

have not forgotten about it; we just aren’t there yet.” 

As a result of the pool being closed, annual events 

like the Pumpkin Swim will not be taking place this 

year. The township also will not be doing its annual 

Halloween Trail event. 

However, the center has reopened its childcare 

room for members. 

“While childcare is now open, we have limitation on 

capacity and have made significant changes to the 

guidelines,” Pollack said. “Previously, children 6 

months of age and up could come to the room, now only 

children 3-9 years old can be in the room.” 

Pollack said the reason for this is the added risk 

with children that are so young, as well as staff ratio 

needed when infants are in the room. 

Pollack said once the childcare room is open for a 

while, officials will revaluate. 

“We like to start with the strictest guidelines and 

then slowly ease up,” he said. “It is easier to loosen up 

restrictions than tighten them up later.” 

Members who want to utilize the Prairiedise 

Childcare Room can either purchase a full membership 

that includes childcare for an additional $20 a month, 

pay $2.50 an hour per child and a $1 an hour per additional 

child or purchase a 10-hour discount card for 

$22.50 or a 50-hour discount card for $100. 

Children are limited to one hour maximum in the 

childcare room each time they visit.


By Josephine Birdsell 

Staff Writer 

Gun violence is on the rise in Columbus 

and city officials want to put a stop to the 

dangerous trend. 

On Sept. 3 Columbus City Council met 

to address the issue. 

According to Timothy Becker, deputy 

chief with the Columbus Division of Police, 

83 people have died from gun violence this 

year and more than 750 people have been 

shot. 

City leaders said the novel coronavirus 

has not helped the issue. 

“Our youth are overwhelmed by the 

many challenges we are facing,” said councilman 

Mitchell Brown, “a pandemic that 

has emptied our schools, canceled extracurricular 

activities; an economic crisis that 

has diminished opportunities; and a number 

of national incidents of police misconduct 

that have undermined trust in law 

enforcement. These factors have led to a 

perfect storm.” 

Council must address these issues and 

provide relief to the city’s youth if it wants 

to curb rising violence, he said. 

In an effort to decrease the violence, the 

city began a number of community programs. 

The recreation and parks department 

hosted programs and summer camps to 

provide kids with positive role models to 

help replace support that students may 

have lost after schools closed. The department 

plans to continue providing recreational 

programming during the school 

year. It also plans to provide active learning 

sites where students can complete their 

homework and access the Internet. 

The department’s Applications for 

Purpose Pride and Success violence intervention 

program works to interrupt cycles 

of violence within neighborhoods through 

direct intervention as well. 

The Columbus CARE Coalition helps 

families cope with violent loss by providing 

funeral support, connection to support 

groups and coping resources. It also provides 

free education to help community 

members understand the impact of trauma 

and build community resilience. 

The city’s Violence Outreach 

Intervention Community Engagement program, 

in partnership with Grant Hospital, 

provides bedside therapeutic intervention 

to victims of violent crime. 

City leaders want to use community 

engagement solutions to violence rather 

than relying on the criminal justice system. 

“Involvement in the criminal justice system 

is often times related to the trauma an 

individual experiences, and there are also 

racial and gender inequities we should consider,” 

said councilwoman Priscilla Tyson. 

According to Elizabeth Gill, a Franklin 

County juvenile court judge, the criminal 

justice system is not always fit to address 

the root cause of violence. 

Spending one night in a detention center 

can decrease youth likelihood of graduating 

high school by 50 percent and increase 

youth likelihood of committing another 

crime during their lifetime by 50 percent, 

she said. 

“These are all of our children. They are 

not just the children of our schools,” said 

Gill. “They are not just the children of 

Franklin County Children’s Services. 

They’re not just the children of Franklin 

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Government Focus 

City officials discuss solutions for a rise in gun violence 

CARES money for families 

Mayor Andrew Ginther along with 

Columbus City Council and officials from 

Franklin County announced CARES Act 

funding to increase family stability. 

Columbus will use $6.2 million of 

CARES Act dollars to help childcare 

providers handle new regulations, including 

reduced teacher-child ratios, reduced 

maximum class sizes and new sanitization 

protocols that are crucial for the health and 

safety of both the children and the teachers. 

Franklin County will contribute an 

additional $2 million of its own CARES Act 

dollars for this initiative. The combined 

$8.2 million will go to childcare providers 

that serve low-income children in the city. 

“The struggles of this pandemic are real 

and continuing,” said Ginther. “While we 

are taking additional steps to slow the 

spread of COVID-19, we must also do all 

we can to keep families whole and stable 

during this unprecedented time.” 

“Access to childcare is a critical work 

support for parents, just as high-quality 

early learning is vital for long-term child 

development,” Franklin County 

Department of Job and Family Services 

Director Joy Bivens said. “On behalf of our 

commissioners, we are proud to partner 

with the city to offer support for hundreds 

of child care providers serving thousands of 

children and families in communities with 

the greatest need.” 

In addition, more CARES Act funds will 

be used for rental and utility assistance. In 

May, the city announced $2.6 million of 

CARES dollars to be used for rental assistance 

programs through IMPACT 

Community Action. The city will also set 

aside just over $1 million to be used for 

utility assistance grants. 

“Families in Columbus continue to suffer 

from the negative financial impact of 

COVID-19,” said councilwoman Shayla 

Favor. “It is critical that we continue to utilize 

these dollars to keep our residents 

safe, housed and supported.” 

The city has received $157 million 

CARES Act dollars from the U.S. Treasury 

to provide assistance in response to the 

COVID-19 pandemic. The CARES Act 

funding must be used for expenditures necessary 

to address public health issues due 

to COVID-19. 

Food waste is a complex issue that impacts 

the health of our community, economy, and 

environment in ways many people don’t realize. 

That’s why SWACO and more than 150 partners 

in the Central Ohio Food Waste Initiative 

teamed up to create and launch “Save More 

Than Food, Make a Difference,” a consumer 

education campaign aimed at cutting food 

waste - in homes, schools, restaurants and businesses 

- in half by 2030. 

Each day, central Ohio residents and businesses 

throw out a million pounds of food. Food 

waste is the largest portion of the waste stream 

and accounts for 15 percent of all material in 

the Franklin County Sanitary Landfill. That’s 

food that could be feeding hungry people or 

returned to the earth in the form of a nutrientrich 

soil enhancement. 

In addition to being the top material thrown 

out each day, food waste also presents one of 

County juvenile court, and they’re not just 

the children of the parents that are raising 

them. We need the entire community at our 

table.” 

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“Save More Than Food” 

the best opportunities to increase Franklin 

County’s diversion rate and reach 75 percent by 

2032, a goal set by SWACO in 2017. 

In 2018, SWACO convened non-profit, education, 

government and business entities to 

work together to reduce food waste in central 

Ohio. Calling itself the Central Ohio Food 

Waste Initiative, the group published the 

Central Ohio Food Waste Action Plan in May 

2019 with the ultimate goal to cut food waste in 

half by 2030. 

When food goes to waste, so does all of the 

time, money and resources that went into producing 

it. Wasted food accounts for an estimated 

$106 million in economic loss in central 

Ohio. In addition, 22 million gallons of gas and 

41 billion gallons of water are used every year 

to grow and transport food that never gets eaten. 

For information visit 

SaveMoreThanFood.org.


Columbus Metropolitan Library (CML) 

has unveiled a new School Help webpage, 

where K-12 students can get help with 

homework and reading. 

CML’s new School Help webpage features: 

• Online K-12 Homework Help, with 

staff ready to answer homework questions 

and help with reading practice via text, 

chat and phone Monday through Friday 9 

a.m.-5 p.m. 

• Video tutorials with step-by-step 

instructions on how to use key homework 

tools. 

• HelpNow, a resource that offers 24- 

hour access to study tools and test preparation, 

plus online tutors available every day 

from 2-11 p.m. 

• Links to school district and library 

resources. 

“While we regret that our Homework 

Help and Reading Buddies programs can’t 

be offered in person at this time due to the 

pandemic, we know that students and families 

need our support more than ever 

before,” said CML Public Services Director 

Kathy Shahbodaghi. “Whatever shape this 

school year takes, we want families to 

know we’re here to help.” 

All 23 CML locations are open for 

Curbside Pickup and nearly all are open for 

Limited Services. All customers age 5 and 

older are required to wear a face covering 

while inside CML buildings. Customers are 

not able to browse CML’s collection, but 

library staff are available to help find books 

and other materials for customers and 

their families. 

CML will continue to follow guidelines 

provided by local, county and state health 

officials and the Centers for Disease 

Control and Prevention (CDC). 

Digital library resources remain available 

24/7 at columbuslibrary.org, including 

eBooks, eAudiobooks, magazines, movies 

and music, plus research and learning 

tools. 

CML has many channels for customers 

to connect with staff, including: 

• Live Chat: CML’s live chat feature is a 

convenient way to get help Monday 

through Thursday from 9 a.m.-7 p.m., 

Friday and Saturday from 9 a.m.-6 p.m. 

and Sunday from 1-5 p.m. 

• Phone Lines: CML has reopened its 

phone lines at 614-645-2275 so customers 

can reach staff members to get the help 

they need Monday through Thursday from 

9 a.m.-7 p.m., Friday and Saturday from 9 

a.m.-6 p.m. and Sunday from 1-5 p.m. 

• Reserve an Expert: Customers can 

schedule a one-on-one, virtual appointment 

with a librarian to get help with genealogy, 


In Education 

South-Western City Schools to slash student fees 

By Dedra Cordle 

Staff Writer 

The South-Western City Schools 

District has reduced its student fee schedule 

for the 2020-2021 calendar year. 

At the Sept. 14 meeting, the board of 

education unanimously approved the 

reduction, which calls for a majority of the 

fees to be slashed by 50 percent. 

The decision, officials said, was two-fold. 

According to Superintendent Dr. Bill 

Wise, the alteration was needed due to 

changes to in-person instruction and the 

loss of some competitive opportunities. 

“We just aren’t putting as many buses 

on the roads and kids may not have as 

many opportunities to participate so some 

of those expenses have gone away,” he told 

the board while issuing the proposal at the 

meeting last month. 

He added that with the students not 

having the typical five-day physical presence 

in the building, it did not make sense 

to charge them full price for an annual consumable 

fee. 

Board member Anthony Caldwell said it 

also offered parents a financial break in 

this current environment. 

“We recognize the challenges these 

times are having on families,” he stated. 

Under the modified fee schedule, the 

instructional fee, or consumable fee, will be 

set at $10 rather than the typical $20. 

Other fee reductions for courses include the 

arts, the sciences and several career technical 

electives and programs. Art courses 

offering one credit lab courses will be 

$17.50, half-credit courses are set at $10, 

and science fees are $5. Those taking family 

and consumer science courses, such as 

principles of food, culinary fundamentals 

and textiles and interior design will be 

charged $10. 

Students involved in extracurricular 

activities will also see a fee reduction of 50 

percent. Families with children who participate 

in athletics at the middle school level 

will be asked to pay $37.50 per student, per 

sport; families with children who participate 

in athletics at the high school level 

will be asked to pay $75 per student, per 

sport. 

Fees for marching band participation is 

$50; club participation is $5; and the family 

cap is set at $250. 

High school parking fees are $25 but the 

fee can be waived if a parking pass was 

purchased at Columbus State Community 

College for on-campus courses. Proof of a 

current pass must be presented in order for 

the fee to be waived. 

Wise said that students or parents who 

have already paid at the regular price will 

be offered a refund or have the credit 

applied for the future. 

Columbus library launches webpage to help with homework 

COSI Connects Reading and Science 

Columbus Metropolitan Library (CML) 

has partnered with COSI to promote science 

and literacy with virtual events as 

part of a new program called COSI 

Connects Reading and Science. 

Each Tuesday, beginning Sept. 22 and 

ending Oct. 27, CML and COSI will share a 

video featuring a virtual storytime and a 

virtual science experiment on their social 

media channels. 

CML will make available all books read 

during these storytimes, and a special 

bookmark will be available at all CML locations 

for students. Additionally, COSI 

Learning Lunchboxes will contain CML 

book recommendations based on the theme 

of the Lunchbox, as well as the age of the 

child. Many COSI Connects daily activities 

will have corresponding book recommendations 

to encourage further learning. 

“Science and reading go hand-in-hand,” 

said CML CEO Patrick Losinski. “We are 

so fortunate to have an institution like 

COSI right here in central Ohio. Together 

we can help fulfill CML’s vision of ‘a thriving 

community where wisdom prevails.’” 

The Center of Science and Industry 

(COSI) is a dynamic, hands-on science center 

with more than 56 years of award-winning 

expertise in providing engaging, 

inspiring and transforming learning experiences. 

For more information, visit cosi.org. 

local history, business information, searching 

for a job or downloading digital content. 

Customers can also book an online, one-onone 

appointment with the Legal Advice 

Clinic for brief legal questions. 

For more information, visit columbuslibrary.org. 

Susie Loik, Westgate Neighbors Association scholarship committee chair is pictured 

here with and Marty Susec, this year’s scholarship recipient. 

WNA awards scholarship 

The Westgate Neighbors Association 

announced the 2020 scholarship recipient, 

Martin Susec. 

The annual $500 scholarship is 

awarded to a resident of Westgate who 

will be a graduating high school senior, 

or is currently a full-time student in a 

postsecondary training or education. The 

recipient must demonstrate dedication 

to community service and leadership. 

Susec is a 2020 graduate of Hilliard 

Darby High School and is attending 

Ohio State University’s Agricultural 

Technical Institute in Wooster, Ohio. He 

plans to obtain an associate degree in 

biochemical science, then transfer to 

OSU’s main campus to complete a bachelor’s 

degree in biology. Susec would like 

to become a research scientist with a 

specialty in virology. 

Susec is the sixth recipient of the 

annual scholarship.

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Franklin Township to implement a recycling program 


Staff Writer 

Franklin Township has implemented a 

recycling program for township employees. 

The program was discussed at a recent 

board meeting. 

The township received a Community 

Waste Reduction Grant in the amount of 

$1,700. 

“This grant is from the Solid Waste 

Authority of Central Ohio (SWACO) and 

provides funds for the township to have an 

in-house recycling program,” said Mark 

Potts, Franklin Township administrator. 

Shamrock campaign paints Ohio green 

The Shamrock Club of Columbus has kicked off the Shamrock 

Campaign fundraiser. For a minimum $25 donation, a shamrock 

is painted on a driveway, sidewalk or porch at your home or business. 

Funds raised support the many Irish cultural and music events 

hosted throughout the year. The largest event the Shamrock Club 

of Columbus hosts is the annual Saint Patrick’s Day parade on 

March 17 each year. 

The Shamrock Club of Columbus promotes and encourages 

Irish history and traditions; provides educational and entertainment 

opportunities for the central Ohio community. 

Visit the shamrockclubofcolumbus.com to learn about the 

news and notes 

Shamrock Campaign and schedule an Shamrock painting appointment. 

Payment must be made in advance on the Shamrock Club 

website or by calling 614-491-4449. 

Upcoming Greater Hilltop 

Area Commission committee meetings 

• Planning and Economic Development Committee meeting on 

Sept. 21 at 7 p.m. on Facebook Live on the Greater Hilltop Area 

Commission Facebook Page. 

•Community Relations Committee meeting on Sept. 28 at 7 

p.m. on Facebook Live on the Greater Hilltop Area Commission 

Facebook Page. 

“The grant provides us with recycling 

equipment so we can recycle within all the 

township offices and meeting spaces.” 

SWACO provided the township with 

large blue recycling bins, smaller black 

trash cans and recycling containers to use 

in offices to separate recycling and trash 

and individual recycling containers for 

each employee at their desk. The cost of the 

program was approximately $2,300 and the 

township covered the expenses not covered 

by the grant. 

As part of the grant, the township needed 

to promote the program to the public, as 

well as through social media. Officials also 

have been raising awareness about the success 

of the program. 

“We have received a nice reception from 

staff on this program. Everyone is participating 

and we are collecting more recycling 

than ever before,” Potts said. “We are trying 

to quantify how much trash has been 

reduced from the landfill as a result of this 

program.” 

The township has two large recycling 

containers at Township Hall and the fire 

station on Sullivant Avenue, so the recycling 

collected has been placed into those 

containers and collected by SWACO. 

“Those Dumpsters have filled up so 

quickly that they have added a third one to 

put recycling in,” Potts said. “This is a testament 

to how much recycling is being put 

in there from our staff, as well as the community.” 

Potts said the goal of the township participating 

in the program is to set a good 

example and encourage residents to recycle. 

Officials hope that this program will 

continue to increase the overall recycling 

rate in the township. 

In 2020, SWACO awarded $194,000 in 

competitive grants funding to 15 community 

projects. These programs ranged from 

community gardens to recycling programs 

to teaching children how to compost. 

Hilltop History & Heritage 

This photo, featuring the Sphinx and Great Pyramids, is from the “Walk O’ 

Wonders” that was located in the parking lot of the Great Western Shopping Center 

from the mid 1950s through the early 1970s. The attraction was created by local 

artist Ivan Pusecker for the Don Casto organization and featured many replicas of 

world-renowned buildings and phenomena such as a 22-foot Eiffel Tower, a 20-foot 

Leaning Tower of Pisa, an eight-foot deep Grand Canyon, and the Niagara Falls. 

These marvels attracted people to the shopping center, which featured a J.C. 

Penney, a Kroger grocery store, and even a forerunner to the Limited called Leslie’s 

Apparel, among others. The individuals shown here are not identified. If you recognize 

them or have an interesting photo about the Hilltop to share, contact Stacy 

Neff-Campbell at stacyberndsen12@gmail.com.


Remembering Antonia Carroll 

Antonia “Toni” Carroll was the first Director 

of the Franklin County Office on Aging and 

retired in 2017 after 33 rewarding years. 

When state funding for the predecessor of 

Senior Options was halted, she and a brave band 

of supporters spearheaded an effort to create a 

new program funded by a property tax levy and 

became what we now call Senior Options. This 

new program innovatively met in-home service 

needs through partnerships with for profit and 

nonprofit entities and educational and human 

services agencies. Under her leadership that levy 

successfully passed six times and grew from a 

client base of 3,000 to over 8,000. Through an 

agreement with the Ohio Department of Job and 

Family Services, Adult Protective Services was 

added in 1999 and expanded the agency’s reach to 

protect and assist the most vulnerable members of 

our community. 

Toni was a pioneer in the aging field and 

served as a mentor, teacher and friend to many. 

She tirelessly advocated for the rights of older 

adults to age in place with dignity. Known for her 

quick wit and sense of humor she was also 

respected for her wisdom and leadership skills. 

The aging profession has lost a crusader whose 

indelible imprint will not be forgotten. 

A celebration of life is planned for October 

and details will be shared soon. 


Visiting Angels provides care for our community 

Governor DeWine announced over 60 percent 

of COVID-19 deaths are related to LTC facilities 

and families are scrambling to avoid the risk of 

infection when needing to go from the hospital to 

rehab or questioning the decision to transition to 

assisted living. There is a great difference when 

your loved one only needs to squeeze a hand 

instead of pushing a button to have their needs 

taken care of. 

Usually 7-12 hours of home care a day is the 

same as the out of pocket expense for a facility. 

Visiting Angels is dedicated to helping families 

fill the gaps that they are unable to help with. 

Since 2005 the Grove City Visiting Angels has 

provided millions of hours of care to our community 

and are more prepared than ever to continue 

keeping our aging population safe, healthy, and 

thriving. Delivering piece of mind to the family 

members is our goal for their loved ones. Even in 

a facility, the average resident only receives less 

than three hours of 1-on-1 attention a day and the 

rest of the time is minimally monitored leaving 

fall risk and other exposures highly possible. 

Whether you need one hour a month for 

respite or 24 hours 7 days a week support we are 

here to help. Call us at 614-802-6435 for more 

information. 


Active Lifestyles 

A bi-monthly feature celebrating the wisdom, experience 

and contributions of our community’s senior citizens 

Club meetings 

Disabled American Veterans 

The Disabled American Veterans 


A Connection to Care 

and Independence 

Central Ohio Area Agency on Aging 

(COAAA) is a local resource that helps older 

adults and individuals with disabilities remain 

independent and safe in their homes. With the 

assistance of area providers, COAAA connects 

people to long-term care services that help with 

daily living including personal care, home-delivered 

meals, transportation, homemaking, adult 

day services, emergency response systems, and 

minor home modification. COAAA can help 

address the concerns and needs of caregivers, 

those who help loved ones with health needs. 

COAAA staff can advise caregivers on senior 

housing, professional in-home help, and respite 

care that provides temporary relief to caregivers. 

Chapter 144 meets at 6 p.m. on the fourth 

Tuesday of every month at The American 

Legion Post 532, 1571 Demorest Road. Call 

Will Davis at 309-0171. 

COAAA is here to assist individuals during 

and after the health crisis by finding services and 

supports that enable individuals to live independently. 

If residents need help at home or if one 

needs information about services and resources 

for their loved ones, COAAA can be reached by 

phone at 800-589-7277 Monday through Friday 

from 8 a.m. to 5 p.m. 

For more information about COAAA, visit 

www.coaaa.org. COAAA manages services for 

10,500 people and funds services for another 

25,000 older adults in eight counties: Delaware, 

Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Licking, Madison, 

Pickaway, and Union.


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CLASSIFIED ADS 

Deadlines: Groveport and West editions, Wednesdays at 5 p.m., • South, Grove City, Madison editions, Tuesdays at 5 p.m. 

All editions by phone, Tuesdays at 5 p.m. • Service Directory, Tuesdays at 5 p.m. 

xEmployment 

BE YOUR OWN BOSS! 

INDEPENDENT 

CONTRACTORS 

WANTED 

If you have a reliable 

car and would like to 

earn extra money, 

then why not deliver? 

• Deliver 1 or 2 days a week 

• Flexible delivery hours 

• Work close to home - often 

in or near your neighborhood 

CONTACT US 

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• Deliver 7 days a week 

• Delivery before dawn 

• Work close to home - often 

in or near your neighborhood 

CONTACT US 

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MSC, a leading North American distributor of metalworking, and maintenance, repair and 

operations products and services, has open opportunities in a variety of roles. 

• Full-Time Warehouse Associates - All Shifts - $15/Hr & Shift Diff. 

• Maintenance Technician, 2nd Shift 

• Inbound Supervisor, 2nd Shift 

WHAT YOU CAN EXPECT 

• Weekends off and paid holidays 

• Incentive bonuses and shift differential 

• Medical, dental, vision, and company-matched 401(K) 

• Tuition reimbursement 

Due to current safety guidelines, 

ALL candidates are encouraged to apply on-line at: 

jobs.mscdirect.com 

Applicants must successfully pass a background check and drug screen. 

Equal Opportunity Employer: minority, female, veteran, individuals with disabilities, sexual orientation/gender identity. 

HOME HEALTH AIDES 

$13.00-$20.00 per hour 

Performance Bonus and 

Paid Time Off after 1 Year. 

One year experience working for an employer 

in caregiver role is preffered. 

To apply, please visit 

visitingangels.com/galloway 

or text/call “career” to 

614-80-ANGEL (802-6435) 

CEMETERY LOTS 

2 (Two) Lots for sale in 

Fairview Memorial Park. 

1 Granite Marker for sale 

Original price $2221.04, 

make offer. Contact G & 

S Smith, PO Box 28206, 

Columbus, OH 43228 

Plot at Sunset Cemetery 

$1,900. 614-271-9848 

INFORMATION 

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Fall Into a 

New Hair Style! 

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For An Appt. 

For a New Haircut/Style 

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Employment 

ASSOCIATION ADS 

CARS/TRUCKS WANT- 

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Some restrictions 

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SELL YOUR ANTIQUE 

OR CLASSIC CAR. 

Advertise with us. You 

choose where you want 

to advertise. 800-450- 

6631 visit macnetonline. 

com for details. 

WANTED 

SW CITY SCHOOLS 

SCHOOL BUS DRIVERS 

The South-Western City School 

District is currently hiring drivers 

for the 2020-2021 school year 

$16.55/HR 

Available positions are for substitute drivers 

that can develop into “Regular” positions with 

benefits. Interested individuals should submit 

an application on our website at swcsd.us. 

Follow the employment link. Applicants should 

have an excellent driving record and must 

submit to drug, alcohol, and background 

screening. A high school diploma or equivalent 

is required. 

EOE



xEmployment 

Southeast Healthcare is seeking the following positions: 

Engagement Specialists and Recovery Guides to promote recovery in adults with severe mental illness 

and/or drug or alcohol dependency. Qualified applicant will have a lived experience with the recovery process. 

Residential Specialist - Full and Part-time, weekend, positions available Full and Part-time, weekend, 

positions available to engage with house residents to teach daily living skills and monitor residents/house 

safety on an ongoing basis. HS diploma/GED required. 

Outreach Coordinator – Overdose Response Team - Outreach Coordinators are a part of a county-wide 

response team responding directly to Emergency Departments for opioid addiction crisis. Full-time, 2nd shift 

(2pm-10pm), available. 

Pharmacy Technician - Assist the Pharmacist in the processing and filling of medication orders in a fast-paced 

environment. The successful candidate will be a Certified Pharmacy Technician with Retail experience. 

RN - Our nursing staff provide care to adults with severe and persistent mental illness. The nurse provides 

health assessments, monitors vitals, administers medications, and works in coordination with the team Case 

Managers, Therapists and Nurse Practitioner to work with our patients on their recovery and wellness goals. 

The successful candidate will have an RN license, Primary Care and recent blood draw experience. 

Outreach Coordinator will partner with local emergency departments and engage with patients following 

an overdose. The Outreach Coordinator engages with patients to coordinate referrals to immediate detox, 

addiction treatment programs, primary medical care and other needed services. Monday through Friday 2-10 

pm. AA/BA, CDCA required. 

Security Guard - Seeking an energetic Courier/Security Guard to provide support services throughout our 

downtown facility. We provide care to adults with severe and persistent mental illness. HS diploma/GED, 

excellent computer skills, attention to detail, and the ability to lift up to 50 pounds required. Valid Ohio 

driver’s license with no more than 2 points required. 1st shift position available. 

We only hire non-smokers. 

We offer many great benefits, including health, dental, vision, 401(k), paid parking, mileage reimbursement, 

education reimbursement and generous paid time off. 

For a full list of opportunities, go to https://southeasthc.org/employment 

 

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for More Qualified Employees? 

October 18 th , 2020 

Deadline: October 9 th , 2020 At 2pm 

Special employment Section Featuring: 

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Job Fairs 

Full and Part Time Employment 

Seasonal Job Opportunities and more 

ALL ADS ARE IN FULL COLOR. Contact us by phone or online to discuss special 

advertising rates that are available for this section as well as combination rate 

discounts for advertising in multiple coverage areas. 

Westside • Southwest • Eastside • Southeast • Madison 

614-272-5422 

Kathy@columbusmessenger.com 

Doughenry@columbusmessenger.com 


Wants to purchase minerals 

and other oil and gas 

interests. Send details to 

P.O. Box 13557, Denver, 

CO. 80201 

Need IRS Relief $10K - 

$125K+ Get Fresh Start 

or Forgiveness Call 1- 

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through Friday 7AM-5PM 

PST 

AUTOMOTIVE 

Get cash for your used 

or junk cars today. We 

buy all cars, trucks & 

SUVs. Free pick up. Call 

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READER 

ADVISORY 

The National Trade Association 

we belong to has 

purchased the following 

classifieds. Determining 

the value of their service 

or product is advised by 

this publication. In order 

to avoid misunderstandings, 

some advertisers do 

not offer “employment” 

but rather supply the 

readers with manuals, directories 

and other materials 

designed to help 

their clients establish mail 

order selling and other 

businesses at home. Under 

NO circumstance 

should you send any 

money in advance or give 

the client your checking, 


license ID or credit card 

numbers. Also beware of 

ads that claim to guarantee 

loans regardless of 

credit and note that if a 

credit repair company 

does business only over 

the phone it’s illegal to request 

any money before 

delivering its service. All 

funds are based in US 

dollars. Toll Free numbers 

may or may not 

reach Canada. Please 

check with the Better 

Business Bureau 614- 

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General’s Consumer 

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move $799 Long Distance 

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Model KCM18A30A 

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Call for Delivered Price 

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NOW HIRING! 

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Immediate 2nd & 3rd shift 

positions available for 

Pharmacy Clerks and Technicians. 

Looking for energetic associates 

in a fast pace environment. 

$13.00 Eff. Rate 

Please apply at: 

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Use Zip Code 43217 

Must be 18 years of age & have high school diploma or GED. 

Call 614-333-5012 for more details.


xCome & Get It! 

INFORMATION 


xFocus on Rentals 

COME AND GET IT 

Deadlines are Tuesdays by 5 pm. 

Call For Publication Schedule 614-272-5422 

Need to Get Rid of Something Fast - Advertise It Here For FREE! 

FREE Garden Straw for gardens or bedding. Call for appointment for pickup. 

Circle S Farms, 9015 London-Groveport Road, Grove City, 43123 

Grove City - 614-878-7980 

84 Blue Plastic Cafeteria Trays (12”x16”_) 

77 Colorful Plastic Plates (7” diameter) 

Items were used to feed children breakfast at a private school 

that is no longer in business. 

PH - Grove City - 614-836-5652 

. Come and Get It! is a bi-weekly column that offers readers an opportunity to pass 

along surplus building materials, furniture, electronic equipment, crafts, supplies, 

appliances, plants or household goods to anybody who will come and get them - as 

long as they’re FREE. NO PETS! Just send us a brief note describing what you want to 

get rid of, along with your name, address and phone number. Nonprofit organizations 

are welcome to submit requests for donations of items. 

Send information to The Columbus Messenger, Attention: Come and Get It, 3500 

Sullivant Ave., Columbus, OH43204. Deadline is Tuesdays by 5 pm for following 

Mondays publication. Messenger Newspapers is not responsible for any 

complications that may occur. Please contact us when items are gone. 272-5422 

Come & Get It! 

xMisc. for Sale 


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SELLING A FARM OR 

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NOTICE 

The following states: CA, 

CT, FL, IA, IL, IN, KY, 

LA, MD, ME, MI, MN, 

NE, NC, NH, OH, OK, 

SC, SD, TX, VT and WA 

requires seller of certain 

business opportunities to 

register with each state 

before selling. Call to 

verify lawful registration 

before you buy. 


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[CARS/TRUCKS 

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All Makes/Models 2002- 

2019! Any Condition. Running 

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Offer! Free Towing! We 

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Ads Catch 

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CHILD CARE 

OFFERED 

Depend. Quality Child care 

in loving hm. Exp. Mom, n- 

smkr, hot meals, sncks, 

playroom, fncd yd. Reas. 

rates. Laurie at 853-2472 

HELP WANTED 

NOW HIRING 

Drivers, Bakers, Clerks 

for Established Pizza 

Shop on Westside 

Call Jerry at 

614-274-3358 

Exp. Caregiver - Parttime 

needed for private home 

to assist with elderly & 

children. Refs, drug test & 

transp. required. Retired 

Teachers encouraged to 

apply. 614-777-5850 

DATED SALES 

YARD SALE 

Sept. 24 & 25, 9am-4pm 

3368 Cameron St. 

Grove City 

Tools, Longaberger 

Antiques, hshld goods, 

furniture, Matchbox cars 

GARAGE SALE 

Oct. 1, 2 & 3, 9am-5pm 

3428 Reaver Ave. 

Grove City 

Boy teen clothes, hshld 

& lots more! 

FREE 

Garage Sale 

Signs 

When You Stop By 

Our Office At: 

3500 Sullivant Ave. 

And Place Your 

DATED SALE AD 

FREE CABLE/WIFI 

WEST-LINCOLN VILLAGE S. 

1 BD FLATS FROM $515 - $555 

1 BD FLATS W/BALCONY FROM $615 

2 BD FLATS W/BALCONY FROM $695 

2 BD FLATS W/FULL BSMT FROM $825 

CARPET, APPLIANCES, A/C, GAS, HEAT, 

IN HOUSE LAUNDRY OR WASHER/DRYER HOOKUPS 

SECURITY CAMERAS & LIGHTING 

MOVE-IN SPECIAL IF QUALIFIED 

TUES.-FRI. NOON-6PM, SAT. 10AM-4PM 

(614) 870-7717 

NO PETS 

DATED SALES 

“MOVING SALE” 

Fri.-Sat., Sept. 25-26, 

9-5, 4855 Carrimore Ln. 

Household items, China, 

washer, dryer, work 

bench, tools, antique tools, 

Avon bottles, doll collection, 

3 plate collections, 

yard tools. 

GARAGE SALE 

Sept. 25 & 26, 9am-4pm 

4335 Joyce Rd. 

Grove City 

misc items, craft supplies 

WANT TO BUY 

We Buy Junk Cars & 

Trucks. Highest Prices 

Paid. 614-395-8775 

ANTIQUES 

WANTED 

Victrolas, Watches, 

Clocks, Bookcases 

Antiques, Furn. 

Jeff 614-262-0676 

or 614-783-2629 

1982 and up, S10 Long 

Bed with V6 and auto. 

Need running, but don’t 

need title. Call Larry 

614-256-5564 

WANTS TO Purchase 

minerals and other oil & 

gas interests. Send details 

to: P.O. Box 13557, 

Denver, CO 80201 

WE BUY JUNK CARS 

Call anytime 614-774-6797 

WE BUY 

Almost Anything except 

clothing. 614-557-3536 

waynecoakleysenior@ 

gmail.com 

WEDGEWOOD 

VILLAGE 

1, 2, and 3 BR Apts. 

Rent Based on Income. 

Call 614-272-2800 or visit us 

at 777 Wedgewood Dr. 

DD/TTY 1-800-567-5857 

EQUAL HOUSING OPPORTUNITIES 

HAVE TO RENT 

YOUR APARTMENTS 

BEFORE THE SNOW FLIES? 

CALL KATHY 

Columbus us Messenger 

Newspapers 

614-272-5422 

WANT TO BUY 

We Buy Cars & Trucks 

$300-$3000.614-308-2626 

MISCELLANEOUS 

FOR SALE 

3 Shelf TV stand 15”x45” 

$120. 614-783-3067 

Lawn Mower, works 

great $60. 614-465-7763 

FINANCIAL SERVICES 

Debt Solutions Available 

Call 614-270-1149 

Business Debt Solutions 

Call 614-270-1149 

RENTALS 

1/3/4 BR homes-fncd yd, 

bsmt.$500-$900 

6144-530-8097 

Half Double Hilltop 

3 BR $900 mo, $900 dep. 

Bill Weygandt Realtor 

614-226-6767 

Eakin-1 Br Apt, crpt, appls. 

No Pets 614-560-3050 

SHARED LIVING 

Senior white male looking 

to rent a bedroom in 

your home or apartment. 

Available early October. 

614-579-9315 

VACATION RENTALS 

Englewood, Florida 

Palm Manor Resort 

Within minutes of white 

sand Gulf beaches, 

world famous Tarpon 

fishing, golf courses, restaurants/shopping, 

Bush 

Gardens. 2 BR 2 BA 

condos with all ammenities, 

weekly/monthly, visit 

www.palmmanor.com 

or call 1-800-848-8141 

Rentals 

xInformation 

SCORE A TOUCHDOWN 

SEPTEMBER GIVEAWAY 

Place a prepaid classified line ad in our paper 

during the month of SEPTEMBER and be registered 

to win a $50 Gift Card from 

The Columbus Messenger Newspapers. 

All ads received by mail, in person, e-mail or phone 

will be included in the drawing. 

Drawing will be held September 30th, 2020 

and the winner will be notified and published 

in our October 4th, 2020 issue . 

GOOD LUCK 

TO EVERYONE!! 

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DIRT BUSTERS 

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Powerwash $99 to $200. 

614-805-1084 

Specializing in Pet Odors 

CONCRETE 

AJ’s Concrete, 

Masonry 

Good Work - Fair Prices 

Block Foundations 

Driveways • Sidewalks 

Epoxy/Overlay Floors 

Bonded-Ins. • Free Ests. 

614-419-9932 

10/11 A 

CONCRETE 

EDDIE MOORE 

CONSTRUCTION 

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Lt. Hauling & Room Add., 

Block Work & Excavation 

Stamp Patios, 

Bsmt. Wall Restoration 

35 Yrs Exp - Lic & Ins. 

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Contractors 

Specializing In 

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Concrete of Any Type 

Licensed • Bonded • Insured 

38th Year in Business 

614-539-5640 

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CONCRETE 

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(614) 207-5430 

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614-875-8364 

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* Waterlines * Drains 

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614-749-2167 

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FENCING 

EAZY FENCE 

Chain Link - Wood 

No Job Too Big or Small 

All Repairs ~ Free Est. 

Insured. 614-670-2292 

GUTTERS 

Bates & Sons 

GUTTER CLEANING 

5 ★ Google Reviews 

614-586-3417 

Low Price-Great Service 

5 & 6” Seamless gutters, 

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Bill 614-306-4541 

10/11 W/SW 

10-11 W/SW 

10-25 A 

10/11 A/M 

HAULING 

DEAN’S HAULING 

614-276-1958 

HEATING 

HEATING 

Complete System Clean & Check 

$49.95 

Free Carbon 

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Gas-Oil-Electric Heat/Pumps 

All Makes • All Models 

43 yrs exp. • Sr. Discount 

614-351-9025 

HOME 

IMPROVEMENTS 

SLAGLE 

HOME REMODELING 

Baths, Kitchen, 

Plumbing and Electrical. 

All your Handyman needs 

No Job too Big or Small 

Over 30 Yrs. Exp. Lic.-Bond-Ins. 

Jerry 

614-332-3320 

C&JHandyman 

Services LLC 

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Electric 

Install Hot Water Tanks, 

Dishwashers & Disposals 

Also Fencing & 

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Free Est. ~ 18 Yrs. Exp. 

CDC/EPA Approved Guidelines 

614-284-2100 

Quality is our #1 Priority 

HELMS’ CONTRACTING 

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New Kitchens & Baths 

New Replacement Windows 

Basement Remodels 

Room Additions • Roofs 

More than 25 Years Experience 

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or 614-801-1801 10-11 

W/SW 

SINCE 1973 

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Windows & Siding 

Decks, Kitchens, Baths 

Room Additions, 

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Bsmt Waterproofing 

Deal With Small Non-Pressure Co. 

47 Yrs. Exp. - Refs. Avail. 

Lic.-Bond-Ins. 

Free Est. - Financing Avail. 

Member BBB Of Cent. OH 

O.C.I.E.B. ID #24273 

614-419-3977 

or 614-863-9912 

4-11 A 

8-23 

SW/W 

10-11 

A/M 

9-27 A 

HOME 

IMPROVEMENTS 

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IMPROVEMENT 

Siding-Windows- 

Doors-Roofing-Soffit- 

Fascia-Gutters-Trim 

Earn FREE Seamless 

Gutters with Siding Over 

1000 Sq. Ft. 

FREE Shutters with 

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Member of BBB 

Financing Available 

Over 20 yrs exp. • Free Est. 

Licensed-Bonded-Insured 

Owner & Operator 

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HOME INSPECTIONS 

Home Inspections 

“Welcome Home” 

Inspection Services 

Licensed 

InterNACHI/CPI 

Certified 

Free Estimates & 

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Cell 614-316-9600 

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We do Spring & 

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Fall clean-up. 614-397-0566 

9-27 A 

9-27 w/sw/m 

LAWN CARE 

LET US MAINTAIN 

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Winter or Fall 

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Trees & Shrubs, Garden, 

Mulching, Hauling, 

Garden Pond & 

Home Maint. 

Free Ests. Low Rates 

$20 & Up 

Kevin - 614-905-3117 

MOVING 

Aaron Allen Moving 

Local Moving Since 1956 

Bonded & Insured 

614-299-6683, 263-0649 

Celebrating 60 yrs in business 

PAINTING 

Painter Over 30 Yrs Exp. 

Free Est. Reas Rates 

Daniel 614-226-4221 

PAINTING 

614-657-5017 

A Job Well Done Again 

A lic. General Contractor 

Some Skilled Services 

Incl: Painting • Stucco, 

Repair•Carpentry•Exterior 

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Romantic comedy offers warmth and humor 

The opening act of “The Broken Hearts 

Gallery” unspools as if it were a setup for a 

horror film: After a night of heavy drinking 

that culminates in a public embarrassment, 

an emotional young woman steps 

into an idling vehicle she believes to be her 

ordered ride. Rather than listen to the male 

driver as he repeatedly tells her she 

entered the wrong car, she tells him to shut 

up, launches into her sob story and 

demands to be taken home so she can be 

comforted by her supportive roommates. As 

he takes her to her destination, allegedly, 

she receives a text from the actual driver of 

the actual car she was supposed to claim. 

Realizing her error, she looks at the wrong 

driver as he glances into the rearview mirror, 

they make eye contact, and she gives a 

small scream. 

“The Broken Hearts Gallery,” however, 

is not a horror movie, though it does point 

out quite capably the danger of the situation 

through witty banter and barbed comments. 

Instead, this is a new romantic comedy 

and the interaction between the two 

strangers is something they like to call a 

“meet cute” but with a more potentially 

endangering edge. 

The contrivance of its opening could put 

some off of this film immediately but that 

would be a mistake — not as big as getting 

into a cute stranger’s car, but a mistake 

nonetheless. Despite its starting point, this 

is a film that is full of charm, humor and 

genuine warmth; it’s kind of the equivalent 

of a comforting blanket that is a little 

In Entertainment 

frayed around the corners. 

In the film, Geraldine Viswanathan, the 

scene stealer from “Blockers” (2018) and 

“Miracle Workers” (2019), plays Lucy 

Gulliver, the emotional young woman who 

gets into a stranger’s car and whose breakdown 

propels him to do her bidding. When 

her day started off, she was employed as an 

assistant at an art gallery, dating a fabulous 

and sophisticated older man named 

Max (Utkarsh Ambudkar) and ready to 

impress the notable curator Eva Woolf 

(Bernadette Peters) at an exhibit later that 

night. When it ends, however, she is without 

a job, without a boyfriend and driving 

around New York City with a mysterious 

stranger and a growing headache to boot. 

After wallowing in self-pity for several 

weeks, she is encouraged by her roommates, 

the lawyer Amanda (Molly Gordon) 

and the “stay at home model” Nadine 

(Phillipa Soo), to move on with her life, or 

at least get in the shower. They also tell 

her that she needs to get rid of the trinkets 

she collected from her relationship with 

Max, all potential triggers for her despite 

them being odd things like ties and keys. 

(Her collections are a plot thread throughout 

the film). 

While doing so, or at least trying to, she 

runs into Max and his new flame and is 

saved from another publicly embarrassing 

scene by Nick (Dacre Montgomery), the 

handsome stranger who safely got her 

home. Feeling some sort of connection to 

this man, Lucy follows him to an abandoned 

hotel (she is sometimes full of bad 

ideas) that he is struggling to rehab and 

falls in love. Not with him, of course, or at 

least not so soon, but with the potential of 

the hotel. She is struck by an idea and runs 

it by him: allow her space to run an exhibit 

for purged relationship items, or a broken 

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hearts gallery, and she will help him raise 

enough funds to finish his money pit of a 

project. 

Desperate for any spark to breathe new 

life into his dream hotel, he relents and the 

two form a partnership which slowly 

becomes a friendship. And because this is a 

romantic comedy, you know what follows 

after but with some twists along the path 

toward eternal happiness. 

Teetering on the verge of being too 

cutesy at times, what balances this film is 

the performances from all of the actors but 

most notably the charming Viswanathan 

and Montgomery. They make a great pair 

and have such revolving chemistry that 

they really sell their characters transition 

from strangers to business partners to 

friends to something more. 

The one thing that will likely keep people 

away from this film is that it is only 

being released in theaters at this time. I’m 

not advocating that people rush out to see 

this — it would be a great stay-at-home 

movie — but I feel pretty confident that the 

theaters won’t be packed for this film as it 

has barely received any advertising. Still, 

it’s up to you to decide your comfort level at 

the theaters, but if you should ever stumble 

across this film in the future, be sure to 

give it a chance. Its warmth and deft 

humor could provide a bit of light if you 

ever need a nice escape. 

Grade: B 

Dedra Cordle 

Dedra Cordle is a Messenger staff writer 

and columnist. 

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