Hello Stow Patch! 

I'm teasing my hair really high and packing my bag with everything sparkly I own and heading to the Jersey Shore. After my visit, I'll still be on vacation for about a week more.

(For all of you going, "Oh my, I can't believe she's telling people she won't be at her home." I do have a roommate and a very ferocious dog who will still be there, so no funny business!)

Anyway, from Sept. 19 through Sept. 30, I'm on vacation and away from the website. (You know I'll sneak some peeks, though.)

While I'm gone, friend and coworker Kasha Legeza will be filling in for me. If you need to contact her, call 330-603-4913 or email her at legeza.kasha@gmail.com or kasha@neo.rr.com.

And, commenters — please behave. After almost two years of running Stow Patch since it launched in December 2010, I sometimes struggle to keep up with everything that needs to be done and managed. So, let's make it easier for Kasha to handle the next several days. Be polite, respectful and participate on the site! Thanks — I know I can count on you guys!

If you have some news, talk to Kasha, or add an event,  an announcement, blog  or photos to the site. Your Stow neighbors, and I, will be very happy you shared with everyone in the city. 

YOU help make Stow Patch successful. 

Thanks for participating on the site! See you next month — I look forward to hearing about what's happening and what I missed! 

Your local editor,

Amanda Harnocz