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Bill Wahl
Communications and Media Relations Coordinator
phone: 330.274.2272, ext. 3011
e-mail: bill.wahl@hattielarlham.org

2009 news Releases

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June 16, 2009 Fundraiser for Hattie Larlham is Going to the Dogs Akron company Quick Clean Car & Pet Wash Store to hold fundraiser for Hattie Larlham Doggie Day Care & Boarding. Note: On June 16, 2009 Hattie Larlham changed the name of its dog care service to Hattie Larlham Doggie Day Care & Boarding. News releases, award information and some stories published before this date retain the previous name, Constant Companions Doggie Day Care & Boarding. More information on the name change. June 15, 2009 Hattie Larlham Gears Up for 16th annual Motorcycle Ride Ride in support people with disabilities Sunday, July 26, 2009. June 1, 2009 Kent Credit Union Receives State Honor for Hats off to Hattie Third-party event wins state-wide recognition. May 19, 2009 Hattie Larlham Volunteer Honored Patricia Cole recognized by The Center for Community Solutions. May 19, 2009 Sugar Bush Golf Committee’s Lasting Legacy For 23 years the Hattie Larlham Sugar Bush Golf Classic committee has worked to raise funds for people with disabilities. April 22, 2009 Hattie Larlham Hits the Links Golfers tee up to support people with disabilities, Hattie Larlham. April 13, 2009 New Corporate Relations Officer Joins Hattie Larlham Pat Savage brings more than 30 years experience to new position at Hattie Larlham. April 2, 2009 Collaboration Brings Jobs for People with Disabilities Hattie Larlham and Cuyahoga County Board of MR/DD teamed up to open Hattie’s Café Express. March 23, 2009 Art showing at the Hattie Larlham Center for Excellence Visit Hattie Larlham in Mantua, Ohio for a look at the artwork from Creative ARTs. March 5, 2009 Hattie Larlham Welcomes Three New Board Members Kenneth Morgan, Philip Irvin and Sean Sweeney join Hattie Larlham. February 27, 2009 Local Nonprofit Joins the Conversation Families, donors and volunteers encouraged to interact with Hattie Larlham on Twitter.com and YouTube.com. February 23, 2009 Indians Hit a Home Run for People with Disabilities Preseason tickets to benefit charities, Hattie Larlham. February 16, 2009 Fashion Show Raises Money for People with Disabilities Annual event takes to the runway to support people with disabilities. February 13, 2009 Hattie Larlham Promotes Nancy Farinacci to Director of Events Hattie Larlham staff member promoted to new position to showcase agency at public events. February 4, 2009 Michael Weinhardt Appointed to President of Hattie Larham's Care Group Board Hattie Larlham staff and board welcome long-time supporter to new position. January 30, 2009 Hudson High Students Donate to Hattie Larlham Local high school students hold fundraiser to support Hattie Larlham. January 26, 2009 Hattie Larlham Care Group Board President Retires Long-time board member and supporter of people with disabilities, Avery Cohen, retires after 42 years of service. January 16, 2009 Fashion Show More Than Stylish Substance and style meet to support people with disabilities at Hattie Larlham.

2008 news Releases

Note: The Hope At Work capital campaign goal has increased from $14 million to $16 million as of March, 2007. All news releases prior to March 2007 containing this information have been amended to reflect this change. [webmaster]

December 16, 2008 Parents Cook up Support for People with Disabilities Cookbook fundraiser a recipe for success. December 12, 2008 Your New Year’s Resolution: Play More Community invited to play at the two-day grand opening celebration for The Play Center on Jan. 2 and 3, 2009. November 24, 2008 Santa Paws Is Coming to Town Find out if your dog has been naugty or nice at Santa Paws. November 18, 2008 Media Advisory: Illumination: Works from Hattie Larlham Creative Arts November 13, 2008 Benefit Dinner Honors Lasting Legacy Annual Circle of Caring raises funds for children and adults with disabilities. November 10, 2008 First Tricks ‘N’ Treats Event a Success Area families visit Hattie Larlham for Halloween fun. October 21, 2008 Paws On Parade Benefit for Local Nonprofit Raises more than $5,000 Fundraiser a real walk in the park for area dog owners. October 13, 2008 Spotlight on National Disability Employment Month Traumatic Brian Injury leads to new insight. October 13, 2008 Trick or Treat Event Set at Local Nonprofit Halloween fun at Hattie Larlham. September 23, 2008 Browns Legend to Host Local Benefit Area nonprofits team up for people with disabilities. September 12, 2008 Hattie Larlham Foundation Creates Investment Advisory Committee September 10, 2008 Paws on Parade for Area Nonprofit Constant Companions Doggie Day Care & Boarding hosts first dog walk in Boettler Park in Green, Ohio. August 7, 2008 Life Achievement Center Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Event marks the completion of phase II of the Hope At Work capital campaign. July 30, 2008 Big-Hearted Bikers Help People with Disabilities Local motorcycle organizations help out Hattie Larlham. July 28, 2008 Hattie Larlham To Hold Ribbon-Cutting Ceremony Event to mark the completion of the Life Achievement Center. July 22, 2008 New Hattie Larlham Director of Therapy Services Named Ingrid Kanics to oversee Hattie Larlham Play Connection program. July 8, 2008 Local Organizations Donate Lawnmower New zero-radius mower donated as part of Hope At Work capital campaign. June 23, 2008 Third Hattie’s Café Now Open Hattie Larlham and the Arkon-Summit County Public Library partner to open Hattie's Library Café in downtown Akron. June 16, 2008 Serving Up Jobs to People with Disabilities Hattie Larlham opens cafe at Akron-Summit County Public Library. June 13, 2008 Tee It Up for Hattie Barrington Golf Club tournament to support people with disabilities. June 9, 2008 Motorcyclists To Ride for a Good Cause Area bikers raise money for children and adults with disabilities. May 29, 2008 Local Golf Outing Sets New Record More than 60 golf teams golf in support of Hattie Larlham at 22nd annual Sugar Bush Golf Classic. May 22, 2008 Hattie Larlham Research Institute Creates Advisory Board Medical professionals contribute their expertise to Hattie Larlham. May 14, 2008 Newly Renovated Units Opened at Hattie Larlham Hattie Larlham staff and board members gather for ribbon cutting. April 30, 2008 Hattie Larlham Creates Legacy Advisory Committee Northeast Ohio legal and financial professionals join Hattie Larlham. April 30, 2008 Camp Connect a Unique Experience Summer fun brings children together at integrated day camp. April 7, 2008 Not Just Doing Another Job Hattie Larlham recognizes the importance of volunteers during National Volunteer Week. March 24, 2008 New Library Café to Employ People with Disabilities Hattie Larlham partners with Akron-Summit County Public Library for third café location. March 11, 2008 Hattie Larlham Receives Honors During Luncheon Organization lauded for its Web site and annual report. Febuary 18, 2008 Fashion Show Raises Money for People with Disabilities Annual charity luncheon proves fashionable event for attendees. Febuary 4, 2008 New Akron Café Serves up Jobs for People with Disabilities The newest Hattie's Cafe set to open in downtown Akron Feb. 22 will employ eight people with disabilities. January 25, 2008 Annual Fashion Show Is More Than Stylish Throughout the past 25 years, the Hattie Larlham League of Hudson has raised for Hattie Larlham more than $600,000. January 15, 2008 Exhibit Displays Art Made by People with Disabilities Artwork created by people with disabilites enrolled in the Hattie Larlham Creative ARTs program on display. January 8, 2008 Charity Fashion Show Set Annual event to raise money for people with disabilties.