2018-19 Guide To Yellow Springs

57 Y e l l ow S p r i n g s N ews the Guide to YelLow Springs y 2018 - 1 9 commun i ty organ i zat i ons valuable Grinnell Mill located at 3536 Bryan Park Road. For more information, visit grin- nellmill.org . James A. M c Kee Association Contac t: Karen McKee, president, 767‑4641; Paul Abendroth, vice-president, 767‑1678; Peggy Erskine, treasurer, 767‑7856 We b : www.45387.org ; www. facebook.com/James-A-McKee- Association-284986248585882 The James A. McKee Association, or JAMA, aka Jim’s Group, formerly known as the Yellow Springs Men’s Group, is a community-based 501(c)(3) nonprofit civic organization that was organized in 1994 by the late James A. McKee, former police chief of Yellow Springs, who for more than three decades was affectionately known to many villagers as simply “Chief.” The goal of the association is to encourage volunteerism that helps build and strengthen the Yellow Springs community. Programs hosted by the organization include research, public information forums, and educational and charitable projects. Monthly “Community Conversations” about key elements of com- munity life are led by guest speakers, and are free and open to the public. To promote the value of community par- ticipation and leadership, the association spon- sors the annual “Founders Award” in recogni- tion of an individual or group — nominated by villagers — for their significant volunteer contributions to the community. The James A. McKee Scholarship is awarded annually to deserving Yellow Springs high school gradu- ates who have demonstrated notable academic achievement and leadership skills while over- coming adverse disadvantages throughout their high school career. “Candidates Night” provides the opportunity for community mem- bers to meet all of the candidates who are run- ning for local office, and to learn more about their qualifications and plans for supporting the interests of Yellow Springs’ residents. Special projects sponsored by the asso- ciation include “The Cost-Of-Living Report,” “The Local Communications Network Study” and “The Community Information Project.” The James A. McKee Association is a member of the Yellow Springs Nonprofit Network and the Yellow Springs Chamber of Commerce. In collaboration with other local and nonprofit organizations, the James A. McKee Associa- tion helps support the annual Martin Luther King, Jr. Oratory Contest, The Odd Fellows Fireworks Celebration and many of the activi- ties sponsored by The 365 Project. JAMA welcomes all Yellow Springs and Miami Township residents to join the asso- ciation and help enhance the quality of life throughout our community. La Leche League Contac t: Laura Ann Ellison, 767‑1097 or 708‑6392; Sylvia Ann Ellison, 708‑6252 ema i l : ellisonla@mindspring.com ; sylvia. ellison@wright.edu We b : www.llli.org Mothers who wish to breastfeed their babies will find encouragement and informa- tion from La Leche League International. La Leche League leaders are available by phone 24 hours a day. Leaders are available for private consultation, home visits and hospital visits. La Leche League is a mother-to-mother breastfeeding support group. La Leche League leaders are accredited through La Leche League International. Leaders stay informed of current medical research and best practice. Leaders encourage the shar- ing of personal experiences from mother to mother. Masonic Lodge Contac t: Don Lewis, 937‑901‑6211 We b : www.yellowsprings421.org The Yellow Springs Masonic Lodge was chartered in 1868. Its mission is to provide a fraternal brotherhood that supports the principles of brotherly love, relief and truth. Masonry is a place where one can find unlimited opportunities to acquire leadership experience, self-development and personal growth while enjoying fellowship and service to the community. M c Kinney/ Yellow Springs High School PTO ema i l : yshspto@gmail.com All parents/guardians of students attend- ing the McKinney School or YSHS are con- sidered members of the PTO. There are no Continued on page 58 % % % YS Kids Playhouse YSKP is a one-of-a-kind experience that puts youth on the ground floor of an artistic endeavor with big themes and big ideas. We offer customized school and community theatrical arts projects, education, and collaboration. Get in touch today and join us in the audience or on the stage! 767-7800 admin@yskp.org • www.yskp.org www.facebook.com/theyskp FRESH LISTINGS. SAVVY AGENTS. Jo Dunphy, Broker .................................................937-767-1140 Sheila Dunphy-Pallotta, Broker ..........................937-767-2100 Teresa Dunphy, Rentals & Property Mgr/Broker......937-767-1140 Yellow Springs’ only LOCALLY OWNED AND OPERATED Real Estate Brokerage Since 1960 937-767-1140 DunphyRealEstate.com 251 Xenia Avenue,Yellow Springs, OH