COSBA Family Day with the Columbus Clippers

April 26, 2015
 330 Huntington Park Lane
 Columbus, OH 43215

11:30 a.m. to 1 p.m. Lunch in covered area and explore the ball park (lunch will be served rain or shine (hot dogs, hamburgers, macaroni and cheese, chips, drinks))
1 p.m. Cheer on the Columbus Clippers as they play Louisville (Cincinnati Reds Farm team)

After the game the family can run, walk, or roll the bases for Commit to be Fit!

Tickets
Each family is allowed up to six tickets. If you have five or more in your immediate family let us know and we can make arrangements for you for up to eight tickets. You will pick up your tickets at the ballpark the day of the event. More details will follow closer to the event for those attending. Tickets will have seat numbers, but we will have a section so you can sit where you want in those areas.

Seating information
The venue is very accessible, however we have limited wheelchair-only seating space. We only have space for 24 wheelchairs in the wheelchair top seating row of our section. If you or your child can sit without a companion and we ask that you save the wheelchair only section for those that need it.

You will be able to sit directly in front of your child or companion. For example my daughter Leah will need to sit in the wheelchair section by herself, but the rest of our family will sit in front of her. For those of you that went to the Blue Jacket event it is a very similar situation.

If you or your child needs a companion, we are asking that only one companion sit with you or your child. The rest of your party can sit in the sections in front of the accessible seating. Please let us know if you need wheelchair-only seating, and if you need a companion spot. If you or your child can go down a few steps let us know that too.

RSVP by April 15
Email lauriedvm@gmail.com with the name of person picking up the tickets, number needed, and if you need a wheelchair seat and companion seat.

Questions? Contact Laurie Schulze, COSBA President, at lauriedvm@gmail.com

Walk, Run & Roll 2014 is just around the corner!

5K Race / Fun Walk

Saturday
October 11, 2014
9:00AM

(7:45 AM race day packet pickup)

Located at McNamara Park
Just north of Westerville at the corner of State Rte. 3 and Big Walnut Road, behind (north of) the Genoa Police, Fire, and Service Complex. The entrance is accessed off of Big Walnut Road.

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Last year this event raised over $15,000 for local families and individuals who are affected by Spina Bifida. We hope this year's event will be even bigger and better!

The 5K is held on the beautiful Genoa trail. The trail is flat, shaded and perfect for a walk, run, or roll. This event is an amazing way to show your support for those affected by SB in the Central Ohio area.

For more information, contact Chrissy Zepfel at zepfel@sbcglobal.net.

REGISTRATION DETAILS: 

• Individual - $25.00 through October 6th ($30 Oct. 7th - race day)
• Family/Team - $15 per person through October 6th ($20 per person: October 7th - race day)

REGISTER HERE

Family Camp Day and Education Fair

Recreation Unlimited
Spina Bifida Family Camp Day and Education Fair
June 29, 2014

9:30-10 a.m. 
Arrival/Check-In 
Dining Hall

10-10:15 a.m.
Welcome 
Welcome Fountains

10:15-11:45 a.m. 

• Canoe/Paddle Boats at the Canoe Launch
• Fishing at the Lake Shelter
• Pontoon Boating at the Lake Shelter
• Outdoor Cooking at the Amphitheater
• Vendors Open at the Life Center (Vendors include: Central Ohio Spina Bifida Alliance, Columbus Prescription, Coloplast, and Dreams on Horseback)

11:45a.m.-12:30 p.m.
LUNCH and Vendors at the Dining Hall/Life Center (Vendors include: Central Ohio Spina Bifida Alliance, Columbus Prescription, Coloplast, and Dreams on Horseback)

12:30-1:30 p.m.
Discussion Groups for Parents & Siblings at the Life Center
or choose from one of the following self-run options

• Lake Trail Hikes (10:15-11:45)
• Sports Court
• Track Hikes
• Playgrounds
• Aquatic Playground

12:30-3 p.m. 
Vendors Open 
Life Center

1:30-3 p.m. 

• Archery at the Track
• Basketball Clinic at the Sports Court
• Swimming at the Pool

3 p.m.
Departure

General guidelines for the day:

• Children are to be supervised by family members at all times.
• Shoes must be worn everywhere on the campus, with the exception of the Pool and Aquatic Playground.
• Do not litter! Respect the Recreation Unlimited campus.
• Recreation Unlimited is a smoke free campus.

Enjoy your day! If you have any questions, please ask a Recreation Unlimited Associate!

Upcoming events

August 25, 2013
Annual Summer Picnic
NEW LOCATION FOR 2013!!


COSBA Paddle and Picnic
at TAASC (new location)
August 25, 2013
Register today! (registration is required to ensure staffing is adequate for the event; register TODAY)

Family and individuals with Spina Bifida will gather from 1 to 5:30 p.m. for a covered dish dinner, kayaking, archery, and games at TAASC's 22-acre Adventure Center. TAASC has fishing equipment available. Bring your own bait!!

Schedule:
1 p.m. Arrival
1 to 3 p.m. Kayaking, games, archery, fishing
3:30 to 4:30 p.m. Dinner (Please bring a side dish or dessert!!)
4:30 to 5:30 p.m. Ohio Wildlife Center Raptor Show
5:30 p.m. Picnic concludes

NOTE: COSBA is paying all fees and we are also paying for family memberships for all COSBA families.

Questions?
Contact Laurie Schulze at 614-893-7429
TAASC web site: taascohio.org/
Register today: taascohio.org/item/404505?registered&msid=1366670852.8391




September 14, 2013
Walk, Run, or Roll 5K

 Registration for 2013 Walk, Run & Roll 5K is now open.

Register online at speedysneakersracing.com/Walk,RunRoll5k2013.aspx.

Mail-in registration is available here.


5K Walk, Run, and Roll 5K
RACE / FUN WALK
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 14
REGISTRATION AT 7:15 A.M.; RACE AT 9 A.M.
MCNAMARA PARK*

REGISTRATION:
 5k Open - Individual $25 ($30 on race day)
 5k - Family Team (max six on each team) $15/person ($20/person on race day)

Race info: speedysneakersracing.com/Walk,RunRoll5k2013.aspx

Pre-Race Packet Pickup: FrontRunner - Worthington Store Only (7227 North High Street)
Race Day Registration and Packet Pickup: 7:15 a.m.
5k Race Start: 9 a.m.
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For all pre-registrants, adult-sized, long sleeve tech shirts will be available!

Last year this event raised over $15,000 for local families and individuals who are affected by Spina Bifida. We hope this year's event will be even bigger and better!

The 5K is held on the beautiful Genoa trail. Flat, shaded, and perfect for a walk, run, or roll, this event is an amazing way to show your support for those affected by SB in the Central Ohio area.

For more information, contact Chrissy Zepfel at 614-891-8376.

Orange Leaf benefit

Orange Leaf benefit

750 North State St. 

Westerville, OH 43082 

Tuesday, February 14 

Noon - 9 p.m.

Do something EXTRA SPECIAL and SWEET for yourself and for two local organizations on Valentine’s Day!

Support COSBA (Central Ohio Spina Bifida Association) and The Crawford Crew (Cervical Cancer Awareness) by enjoying your favorite frozen yogurt at Orange Leaf.

Play group?

Anyone up for a play group?

Monthly?

Ideas please.

About us

Mission Statement
Our mission is to raise awareness of Spina Bifida and to make a difference in the lives of all who are touched by Spina Bifida in the Central Ohio area.

History
COSBA is a 501c3 non-profit which was resurrected in 2001 by parents caring for children with Spina Bifida. Since that time we have offered our support to new families, organized social gatherings and helped with Spina Bifida related financial needs. We meet bi-monthly and are always looking for ways to improve!

Board Members
Erick Logan – President
Jennifer Przeracki – Vice President
Chrissy Zepfel – Treasurer
Laurie Schulze – Secretary


Local SB Clinic
Nationwide Children’s Hospital
700 Children’s Drive
Columbus, Oh 43205
www.nationwidechildrens.org
Myelomeningocele Clinic Phone: 614.722.5725

Service area
COSBA serves Central Ohio including the following counties: Allen, Athens, Auglaize, Belmont, Clark, Clinton, Coshocton, Crawford, Defiance, Delaware, Fairfield, Fayette, Franklin, Gallia, Greene, Guernsey, Hamilton, Hancock, Hardin, Harrison, Highland, Hocking, Jackson, Jefferson, Knox, Lawrence, Licking, Logan, Madison, Marion, Medina, Meigs, Mercer, Montgomery, Morgan, Morrow, Muskingham, Noble, Paulding, Perry, Pickaway, Pike, Putnam, Richland, Ross, Scioto, Shelby, Tuscarawas, Union, Van Wert, Vinton, Washington and Wyandot.