Let’s Get Formal… Somewhat

On very special occasions, I have donned a tuxedo to commemorate the celebration of a milestone. The wedding of a close friend, the honoring of an accomplished colleague and a presence at a black-tie fundraiser all have been cause for my penguin-like appearance. At these types of events, I am accepting of the serious yet whimsical nature of my personality.

It’s time to let my true, if not vibrant, colors surface once again as I formally introduce to you, Healthy New Albany Magazine. Working with my colleagues at The Publishing Group Ltd., as well as the many amazing and supportive individuals in the New Albany community, I have had the good fortune to not only savor the joy of seeing this publication come to fruition, but also to assist with the opportunity to promote the importance of good health to New Albany residents, businesses and the learning community.

Healthy New Albany Magazine is but one of the many initiatives (think Walking Classic, farmers’ market, etc.) of Healthy New Albany, Inc., a community-based, not-for-profit organization whose mission is to promote a culture of health that will serve as a model for communities throughout the country…and perhaps farther.

I am proud to serve our first issue of Healthy New Albany to you to help whet your appetite for what is a first course on a menu of numerous healthful activities being held in our community.

In this and every issue, you will be presented with a detailed calendar of health-related events taking place in the community and surrounding areas. You will be introduced to personalities such as Abigail Wexner and Karen Days, who share their passion for and commitment to the Family Violence Coalition, and Bill Resch, who is revered for his numerous accomplishments in the area of environmental stewardship.

With bimonthly columns such as Foods for Fitness, Gadgets and Gear and Ask the Expert (Dr. Mark Bechtel, a local and nationally recognized dermatologist from The Ohio State University Medical Center, is this issue’s guest expert), Healthy New Albany Magazine will keep you informed with countless morsels of good health.

As for me, this is my formal presentation of Healthy New Albany Magazine.

Healthfully,

Phil Heit, Executive Editor