The program, which is open to children ages 6 to 12, gives kids the chance to spend their summer meeting new friends and learning more about themselves. Throughout the eight-week program, participants will go on field trips, hear from guest speakers, take part in a variety of activities, and, of course, play games.
January 10, 2025, Press Release from the Fort Findlay FOP Lodge 20 Foundation: Findlay, Ohio – January 10, 2025 – The Fort Findlay Fraternal Order of Police (FOP) Lodge 20 Foundation has announced a special fundraising gala to honor the legacy of Officer Douglas T. Akers and endow the Officer Douglas T. Akers Memorial Scholarship. The event, 'Cuffs & Stuff,' is on Thursday, February 6, at the Old Mill Stream Centre, 1017 E Sandusky St, Findlay, OH 45840. An additional purpose of the event is to highlight mental health awareness and support aspiring law enforcement professionals. A significant highlight of the evening is the Master of Ceremonies, Vinnie Montez, a seasoned law enforcement officer and acclaimed stand-up comedian. Montez, a 20-plus-year veteran of Colorado law enforcement, began performing comedy in 2007 as a way to cope with the stresses of his job. Drawing from his experiences as a police officer and his Mexican heritage, Montez quickly became a comedy favorite, appearing at venues nationwide, including Denver’s Comedy Works and the Great American Comedy Festival. Montez’s comedy special, Vinnie Montez: Armed & Hilarious, debuted on Dry Bar Comedy in 2019. He has shared the stage with top comedians such as Michelle Wolf, Josh Blue, and Gilbert Gottfried. Known for his hilarious and heartfelt stories about policing and mental health, Montez uses humor to bridge gaps between law enforcement and the communities they serve.
Laughter is one of the first forms of communication, and today teachers found out how it can help in the classroom. National comedian and former teacher Devin Siebold getting a lot of laughs from several hundred Lima City School teachers and support staff. Today was an in-service for them to take time and work on professional development and lesson planning. Siebold knows firsthand how stressful it can be in the classroom and says humor can be a big help.
May 28, 2024, Press Release by Quincy Thompson, Van Wert LIVE: [Van Wert, OH] - May 28, 2024 - Van Wert is in for a night of laughter as comedian Charlie Berens takes the stage at the Niswonger Performing Arts Center on October 10th. Known for his unique brand of humor that celebrates Midwest culture, Berens promises an evening filled with relatable, laugh-out-loud moments that will resonate with audiences of all ages.
