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Save the date! Saturday, August 1, from 4-6pm, the Palmer Woods Association will host a neighborhood gathering as part of the third annual citywide ARISE! Detroit’s Neighborhood Day. Our annual block picnic, to be held at Lincolnshire Park (adjacent to Lin- colnshire Drive and Seven Mile), is a day for friends and families, and to meet new neighbors. There will be something for everyone: games, socializ- ing and feasting. Prepare your favorite potluck salad, appetizer, main course, side dish or dessert to share, and bring items to barbeque. Grills will be set up by the Palmer Woods Association (or bring your own). PWA will provide beverages, hotdogs and hamburgers. We’ll also have some old-fashioned P h o

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Photos from the 2008 Palmer Woods block picnic. Clockwise from top right, chefs Brian Johnson and Sarah McDade; a child enjoys her popcorn and snowkone; a lively game of tug-of-war; Joe and Karen Ro- gowski cuddle their newest baby; a great spread of potluck de- lights.

Palmer Woods Post 1 Summer 2009 2009-2010 Palmer Woods Annual ARISE! Detroit Family Block Party ASSOCIATION BOARD My View CRAIG VANDERBURG, President, Palmer Woods Association Craig Vanderburg, President 313-891-3306 Exciting events, a chance to Meet your Neighbors Robert Perkins, Vice President Culture Committee, 313-892-7002 connect with your neighbors Saturday,August 1~barbeque, potluck, games & fun Deborah Copeland, Secretary After a long, rough winter and a beautiful spring, it is great Continued from front cover Communications Committee, 313-369-1327 to see Palmer Woods alive with the blooming of trees and In addition to the barbeque and potluck Gerald Primak, Treasurer plants, sprucing-up of homes, and an abundance of recre- feast, this fun-filled afternoon will include a Membership Committee, 313-368-5898 ational activity around the neighborhood. As we enjoy sum- wide array of games and activities, including Fredie Carter-Bonner, Culture Committee mer, I want to provide you a sampling of happenings taking Craig Vanderburg water balloon toss contests, potato sack 313-892-2851 place in the neighborhood: races, whiffle ball games, mural painting and Karoy Brooks, 313-368-0961 • Our Vacant Homes Committee led by Rob Dewalsche and Rochelle Lento is very much more. Bring frisbees, softballs, foot- active with a focus on assuring that non-occupied homes in our neighborhood are not Evan Burkholder, 248-430-4489 balls and musical instruments. There may be subjected to vandalism and maintained at a reasonable level. Approximately 10 con- Nancy Galster arts and crafts projects and face painting cerned neighbors participate on this important committee Preservation/Gardens Committee (volunteers needed!). • Our Music in Homes concert series held its last two concerts of the season with 313-891-1090 This family gathering for our neighbor- performances at the home of Dr. Robert Perkins on May 30 and at the home of Harry Jeff Hines, Tax Reform Committee hood is provided by the Palmer Woods Asso- and Jenice Mitchell Ford on June 20. This was our second concert season, which proved 313-207-5917 ciation and is part of the citywide Neighbor- to be very successful—each performance was sold out! We also started a free children’s Chris Jackson, 313-727-2148 hood Day promoted by Arise! Detroit, a De- concert for both neighborhood children, Detroit Public School students and young mu- troit-based, non-profit organization. Since Brian Johnson, Children’s Committee and sicians involved in the Detroit Symphony and Sphinx Music programs. (see page 12) Security Committee, 313-598-6198 Neighborhood Day’s inception two summers • The Preservation & Gardens Committee has been busy cleaning-up/fixing-up our ago, it has expanded to more than 200 Dale Morgan, Home Tour Committee islands as well as grounds surrounding the neighborhood. (see page 21) events throughout Detroit. 248-723-4200 • With overwhelming community support for the next phase of our comprehensive P

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hood family picnic in Lincolnshire Park. This event is always a great deal of fun. See the e f i each other, learn about community programs e l front cover and page 3 for more details. d JOIN A COMMITTEE and re-embrace the neighborly spirit that • I would like to acknowledge all of our new neighbors. An article in this issue of Joe Rogowski dishes up snowkones and popcorn at last year’s picnic. Children’s Committee many of us grew up with years ago.” the Post on pages 6-9 introduces some of them (more are joining us constantly!)… Brian Johnson, 313-598-6198 New events being planned please join me in welcoming them and let us know about the new neighbors you meet Joe Rogowski, 248-302-7051 for this year are a special Mo- so we can include them in our Palmer Woods Association network! Jazz on the Ave Estate/Garage Sale town-themed concert by the Finally, I would like to welcome our new members to the Palmer Woods Board of Di- Rob & Eva Dewaelsche, 313-920-2687 Mosaic Youth Theatre on the Neighborhood Day 2009 rectors, Karoy Brooks and Dr. Lorna Thomas. Both bring terrific skills to Palmer Woods grounds of the His- Saturday, August 1 is bursting with community activities for Neighborhood Day 2009. The Palmer Woods Home Tour and we are so appreciative of their willingness to work for the neighborhood. torical Museum on West excitement near Palmer Woods begins with Walk Livernois, a walk-a-thon on Livernois to pro- Dale Morgan, 248-723-4200 Of course I wish each of you and your families a safe and enjoyable summer. I look Grand Boulevard, a “Peace mote the walkability of the district. The event begins at 8:30am at the Windmill Market (Lodge PW Music in Homes forward to seeing and speaking with you as you bicycle, jog or just relax in your yards. Spencer & Barbara Barefield Park,” with art displays by Freeway and Livernois) with music and stretching. The walk begins at 9am and travels to 8 Mile palmerwoods.org • 313-891-2514 Best Regards, young people promoting and back, ending at at the Market with a jazz band and refreshments. peace, a foreclosure preven- Palmer Woods Post & During the day there will be soundstages at Windmill Market from 11am-2pm (jazz and big Craig tion fair, a neighborhoods Palmerwoods.org website band), at Mike’s Market (Seven Mile just west of Livernois) from 2pm-10pm (jazz and R&B), home tour and a bike tour of Barbara Barefield, 313-891-2514 New Prospect parking lot (Livernois and Pembroke) from 12 noon-7pm (gospel and light R&B). What is the Palmer Woods Association? All Palmer Woods residents are invited to historic city sites. While you are enjoying the music, be sure to visit the children’s area at the New Prospect lot, Editor & Graphic Designer join the Palmer Woods Association (PWA), the organization which supports our neighborhood in many [email protected] vital ways.The PWA Board meets monthly to address neighborhood concerns.The Board members are The Palmer Woods event is where there will be many exciting activities to excite the younger generation. There will also be all volunteers with no paid staff. Annual PWA members’ meetings are held in March to elect new offi- being organized by the PW Chil- a display of cars and motorcycles and a mini-dream cruise. Preservation & Gardens cers and review the status of the previous year’s business. The annual cost to join the Association is dren’s Committee. To volunteer These activities are sponsored by University Commons Organization, Next Detroit Neighbor- Nancy Galster, 313-891-1090 $495. The money is allocated to the upkeep of the neighborhood, including maintenance of the garden/island areas, street snow removal and private security, and a subscription to our neighborhood or for more info, call Brian John- hood Initiative, New Prospect, Mike’s Fresh Market, and ARISE! Detroit. Neighbors willing to Tax Reform newsletter, Palmer Woods Post. Dues provide the means for PWA to sponsor and organize “get-to-know- son, 313-598-6198 or Joe Ro- volunteer should contact Helen Broughton at 313-394-1034 or Kim Tandy at 313-861-9626. Jeff Hines, 313-207-5917 your-neighbor” events, block parties, and activities for children and families. It also organizes fundraisers gowski, 248-302-7051. such as the Music in Homes series and Home Tours. PWA maintains a website.The Board advocates on Vacant Homes Committee behalf of Palmer Woods to city, county and state representatives for improvements and services. Rob Dewaelsche, 313-920-2687 To join PWA call Gerald Primak, 368-5898 Rochelle Lento, 313-891-5662 or email: [email protected] Security Info: [email protected] • Brian Johnson: 313-598-6198 www.palmerwoods.org KEEP in TOUCH General Info: [email protected] ASIS Security Patrol: 313-213-3053 ASIS (Advanced Security & Investigative Solutions) patrols 12 hours per day— Contributors this issue: Barbara Barefield (editor), Spencer Barefield IV, Rob Dewaelsche, Cheryl Fuller, Jolinda Johnson, Linda urge your neighbors to join the Palmer Woods Association to increase hours of patrol. Johnson, Rochelle Lento, Craig Vanderburg Palmer Woods Post 2 Summer 2009 Palmer Woods Post 3 Summer 2009 Paid political advertisement.Not an endorsement by the Palmer Woods Association or Palmer Woods Post. Windmill Market Opens! Neighborhood Farmers Market on Livernois is filled with fresh produce, flowers & activities ceives technical assistance and training, as well as grants and loans for business development from ONCR. Wayne County and Commissioner Keith Williams secured the funding for the new marketplace, and University Commons is working hard to make it a gathering place and a beautiful asset for the community. “The Windmill Market will be a great addition “I am confident that we can leave our children and to the neighborhood, and the county is pleased that we can help it get off to a great start by ensuring that the immediate vicinity is grandchildren a better Detroit than the one we inherited.” attractive and inviting,” Williams observed. Dalton Roberson,Jr. “We hope that other businesses and neigh- I was born on Election Day 1972 to Recorders Court bors will join forces to Chief Judge, Dalton Roberson Sr. and Detroit Public help make the neighbor- Schools Social Work Supervisor, Pearl J. Roberson. My hood look even better. parents taught me the importance of civic engagement We want to make a pos- and compassion for my fellow man. brief drive on Livernois, south of itive first impression on Listening to the discussions between my father and Seven Mile and just past the Lodge the influx of new visitors men like Coleman A. Young, Ken Cockrel, Sr. and Freeway, is a journey well worth who will be coming to Robert “Buddy” Battle helped foster my commitment A the market for fresh taking. A new open air market featuring

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[the growing] Sold Homes List… is perhaps the most encouraging sign we have There is a seen in the past four years, with most of the sales activity occurring in the past year. Maintaining vacant homes The Committee is also maintain- Silver Lining ing the front lawns of some of the other vacant homes in the neigh- Palmer Woods Property Committee borhood, and our work includes an inspection of the backyards and Reports Positive Changes rear of the homes to assure that ver the past several years, the Palmer Woods Vacant there are no safety or hazardous Properties Committee has been monitoring, watch- conditions. We are also notifying Odogging, researching and carefully tracking the sta- the City of Detroit to ticket the re- Jenice tus of all vacant homes in Palmer Woods. Some of these sponsible parties for any/all of these homes are vacant due to foreclosures, some have just been on homes which are not properly Mitchell Ford the market much too long, and some appear to be ‘aban- maintained. In more than one in- For Charter Commission doned’ by any rightful owner or responsible lender. stance, the Palmer Woods Associa- At this point, there is a core committee comprised of ap- tion actually had to secure a vacant P h o

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When we first started in late 2006, we had a modest list of Vacant Homes Task Force and have e f i e l Jenice Mitchell Ford is uniquely qualified to serve on the Detroit Charter six to eight homes, but in the past year that list swelled to as supported their efforts. They are d Commission. She has spent the last ten years as a practicing attorney in high as 20. opposing the City’s movement to- For the first time in years, 19470 Lucerne looks lived in and cared for. New landscaping graces Detroit, and for almost nine of those years she has been interpreting the We have now divided the lists into four subcategories; 1) wards requiring banks and mort- the front, and the facelift is surely reflected inside and out. City of Detroit Charter as a member of governmental transition teams and volunteer/appointed boards. Vacant Homes List; 2) Watch List; 3) Vacant Lot List; and 4) gage companies to board up the first gage has been bought out, then taken If you have any questions, concerns or Sold Homes List. The latter list is perhaps the most encour- floor of vacant homes. We oppose that over by the FDIC; and Wayne County would like to get involved in this important aging sign we have seen in the past four years, with most of enforcement, and have co-signed a letter has filed a public nuisance action against preservation effort, please contact either the sales activity occurring in the past year. We have decided to the City. all parties. Given that property taxes Committee Co-Chair, Rob Dewaelsche, rde- as a committee not to dwell on the lower prices some homes Last but not least, we are well aware of have not been paid since 2006, we antic- [email protected] or 313-580-0672, or are selling for, recognizing that it is much better to have an the ‘Blue-Tarp House’ at 1860 Balmoral. ipate that the house will be foreclosed for Rochelle Lento, [email protected] or occupied home with a family willing to restore that home to That home is stagnated in a legal quag- non-payment of taxes and will likely be 313-891-5662. If you suspect a home near its original grandeur, and that the pricing on many of these mire: the owner of record has disap- owned by Wayne County later this year. you has been vacated, or you notice suspi- homes reflects years of neglect and deterioration. peared; the bank which holds the mort- The saga on this one continues. cious activity or signs, please let us know. New Neighbors… new activity, renewed spirit! Here’s a sampling of the homes which have sold in the home. (see page 8) classical concert in June, one for children and a second for past year (including both foreclosed and market sales): • 1465 Balmoral: New flower pots on the front porch re- adults. Jenice is running for Charter Commission and has a •19320 Afton: Since Steve and Sloba Breinager flect a sign of new tender loving care for this home. strong commitment to the City. moved in, they have been painting, refinishing, planting • 1541 Balmoral: Kenan and Angie Bakrici are scrubbing • 19475 Gloucester: Massage therapist Nicolena and Levi and loving their new home. Their delicious pastry skills and renovating the Van Dusen mansion from top to bottom. Inniss-Stubbs and their two sons, seven-year-old Zavier and have graced two Music in Homes receptions. Even with a new baby born weeks after moving in, their en- five-year-old Soren, now reside in this great home. Nicolena • 19475 Afton: The auction sign is down and there ergy does not subside from this massive restoration. Their and the children recently attended a Palmer Woods Music in are red curtains in the front windows. Welcome to Rob third floor ballroom hosted a jazz concert for the Palmer Homes children’s concert and loved it. The family moved in and Jay McCall and their nine-year-old daughter Robbie. Woods Music in Homes series in March. during the Spring and have been renovating since. For the first • 19540 Afton: Sheila Gibson and 8-year old daugh- • 1525 Balmoral: Keith and daughter Sharron Wheeler month, the family “camped-out” in the one useable room ter Andrea moved in January from Green Acres. She is have moved into this fantastic home, and the work done to re- while the home was cleaned and prepared for habitation. It only the third owner of the home and has been refinish- pair and renovate it is obvious. was quite an adventure for the children, who pitched a tent in- ing, painting, updating, landscaping and enjoying living • 1884 Balmoral: Stephen and Zaida Lakotish, with their side and enjoyed carryout while the kitchen was being built. close to her dad, who lives on Strathcona. young son, are restoring the home top to bottom, and it is • 1560 Lincolnshire: We are looking forward to meeting • 19451 Argyle Crescent: This home had been vacant looking great! and reporting about the new owners of this home. for many years and the new owners have undertaken sig- • 19395 Cumberland: Harry and Jenice Ford Mitchell • 1580 Lincolnshire: This lovely home and the adjacent nificant renovations. Educators Odette and Dannon Hol- moved in last summer and have been fixing and adoring their vacant lot where a home destroyed by fire once stood was re- ley and their three-year-old son Duke, love their new home since. They hosted two Palmer Woods Music in Homes Continued on page 9

Palmer Woods Post 6 Summer 2009 Palmer Woods Post 7 Summer 2009 Paid political advertisement.Not an endorsement by the Palmer Woods Association or Palmer Woods Post. Finding Their Dream Home New neighbors enrich Palmer Woods with energy to restore, revive and beautify annon and Odette Holley grew up in Detroit, graduated from South- Dwestern and Mumford High Schools, and worked hard to become suc- cessful teachers. They lived in the Grand- mont area until they found a home in an area that Odette had dreamed about for years. Fortunately for us, that neighbor- hood is Palmer Woods, and their dream home is on Argyle Crescent. As they planted lilies and hostas in their backyard, their adorable three-year-old son Duke “gardened” with them. “We feel like we’re home,” enthused Odette. “We plan to stay and raise our family here.”

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cently and are constantly busy caring for New Neighbors… new activity, renewed spirit! this treasure. Attorney Bowers works for Continued from page 7 Helen Williams had her lovely Tudor on the City of Detroit for Council President cently sold to Robert and Marianna our home tour last year. Ken Cockrel, Jr., leading the Green Task Hutchinson. They are lovingly restoring • 1441 Strathcona: Jim and Nancy Force. We welcome more green and the home and consulting with the origi- Lewandowski and dog Rosie are pour- their commitment to improving the city! nal architect’s son, Daniel Redstone. His ing care and attention into this gorgeous • 19315 Strathcona: Seif Thompson father, Louis Redstone, designed the home, including a great deal of land- Doss, whose mom Judith lives in Palmer home for the Tom Borman family (of scaping work cutting down old trees Woods, is enjoying and fixing up his Farmer Jack). Their two Brittany and planting grass and new foliage. new home and pool. spaniels and new litter of pups romp • 19344 Strathcona: New owner • 19411 Woodston: This home is and play in the large lot. Craig Fletcher is a builder from… definitely sold with renovations under- • 1642 Lincolnshire: Michelle and Queensland, Australia! Craig is going to way, including a new concrete driveway, Neil Stewart and their three children personally oversee the rehab of the front steps and replaced sidewalk sec- keep this home glowing. property over the next month before he tions. • 19470 Lucerne: Major renovations returns to Australia. His plans are to If you live near any of these homes, we and landscaping are underway for this split his time between his two homes as encourage you to welcome your new neigh- home which has been vacant for years. he runs his international business. bors. If we have overlooked you or someone • 1330 Strathcona: The “Bank- • 19221 Strathcona: This large yel- else, please let us know (call Barbara at owned” sign has been removed from the low beauty is sparkling with improved 313-891-2514) so our PWA welcoming second floor window, a good indication landscaping in the front yard and spiff- committee—Fredie Carter-Bonner, Ann of new owners! ing up throughout. New owners Rick Smith and Ruth Stallworth—can visit all • 1860 Strathcona: New owner Bowers and Dan Treder moved in re- our new neighbors.

Palmer Woods Post 8 Summer 2009 Palmer Woods Post 9 Summer 2009 Paid political advertisement.Not an endorsement by the Palmer Woods Association or Palmer Woods Post. Dinner Dance Celebration A surprise visit from the mayor, performances by Palmer Woods youth and kick-up-your heels fun he annual Palmer Woods Spring Din- ner Dance at the was Ta highlight in the Palmer Woods Music in Homes series. Neighbors, friends and fam- ilies were decked out in their finest spring at- tire for a great party on Friday, April 17. The dance floor was full, the Bill Meyer Group’s music was terrific, and the buffet was delicious. Elegance was everywhere, and it was even more lovely with the addition of

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talents of six Palmer Woods youth, who sang, f i e l played the piano and bass, and made their d families very proud. Then-Mayor Ken Cockrel, Jr. and his wife Kim made a surprise visit and stayed to dance, socialize and party. The Dance, Music in Homes concerts and Dear Detroit, Holiday Home Tour all support Detroit’s cul- tural and architectural treasures—our musi- Thank you for your years of support, encouragement and loyalty. You’ve cians and neighborhood—as well as raise allowed me into your homes everyday. funds to strengthen and improve Palmer Spencer Barefield, left, sat in on a few num- For ten years, I worked as a reporter and anchor on FOX 2. I have been Woods. Proceeds help the Palmer Woods As- The Heidelberg-Barnwell family. sociation pay for our security, grass cutting of bers with Bill Meyer (piano), Audrey Nor- on nearly every corner in the city of Detroit, and it has given me an thington (vocals) and Allan Barnes (flute). vacant properties, beautification of garden is- opportunity to hear your stories and know your concerns. I have also lands and family gatherings. The funds also been listening to you for the past 5 years on FM-98 WJLB. enable PWA to support worthwhile charities Now I have left my careers on radio and television to run for Detroit City like C.O.T.S., Greening of Detroit, and the Endorsements: Council. It’s time! It’s time for Detroit to feel PROUD AGAIN. It’s time for Creative Arts Collective Music for Children • AFSCME Detroit to MOVE FORWARD. It’s time for EXCELLENT REPRESENTATION. program. Thank you to all the volunteers • American Federation of Teachers who make this possible! • Detroit Regional Chamber of Com- You need someone you can TRUST to do the RIGHT thing, and make merce • Detroit Federation of Teachers SMART decisions for the city we both love so much. • Detroit Firefighters Association Dale Morgan, • Detroit Police Officers Association It’s time, Detroit, to help me get elected to the Detroit City Council. Help Gerry and • Greater and me CHANGE DETROIT. Help me move our city in the RIGHT DIRECTION. Judy Primak, Phoebe Vanderburg, left, danced with Mayor Norm Silk. Cockrel, while Kim Cockrel danced with Construction Trades Council We can do it TOGETHER. Pugh & YOU Changing Detroit. • Metro AFL-CIO PW President Craig Vanderburg. • Michigan Equality • Michigan Regional Council of Carpenters and Millwrights • Operating Engineers • Police Officers Association of Michigan • Teamsters • 13th Congressional District • Triangle Pride PAC • Victory Fund • Congresswoman Carolyn Cheeks Kilpatrick • Councilwoman Sheila Cockrel • AME Ministerial Alliance Grooming Our Own performers, left to right: bassist Kevin Warfield, pianist Michael Williams, pianist/vocalist Alex Fuller, Dance Chair Ruth Stallworth, Babs Barefield and friend Walter Linda and Bob vocalist Ursula Fuller, pianist Devon Taylor and pianist Vera Barnwell. Howard enjoyed their dance. Johnson.

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i Many of our volunteers and food committee members taking a e l d work break in the kitchen. Tad Weed on piano. Neighborhood children joined students from Detroit Public Schools, including Cass Tech and Barbara Jordan School, and other districts, the Sphinx Prep Program at Wayne State, and Detroit Symphony children’s orchestras.They enjoyed the concert and demo with Jannina, Jason and special guest bassist John-Paul Norpoth.

“The music, the musicians, the guests, the food, the volunteers — everything was great.Thank you for your passion for and Spencer Bare- dedication to our community!” –Jenice Mitchell Ford field Trio per- Thank you! formed for HOME OWNERS: Norm Silk & Dale Morgan, Helene White, Lisa & children in the Chris Jackson, Angie & Kenan Bakrici, Robert Perkins, and Harry & afternoon and Jenice Mitchell Ford. adults in the MUSIC IN HOME COMMITTEE evening, May 9. Barbara & Spencer Barefield, Concert Chairs, producers, artistic directors, publicity, website Above, Spencer Barefield on guitar, Don Mayberrry on bass, below. Ruth Stallworth, Dinner Dance Chair Jeanette Godfrey, Food Committee Chair Music in Homes Food Committee: Jenette Godfrey (Chair), Fredie Carter-Bonner (Co-chair),William Bonner, Rob & Eva De- Waelsche,Tracy-Betina Foster, Jeremy Martin, Sandra Powell, Ruth Stall- worth, Kevin Warfield, Michael Williams Other helpers: Chris Cardine, Brian Carnaghi, Brian Johnson, Gerald Primak, Craig Vanderburg, and many additional volunteers Floral Decor: Dale Morgan & Norm Silk, Blossoms Sponsors: Presented by the Palmer Woods Association and Creative Arts Collective with support from Barefield DesignWorks, Be Well Medical Center, Blossoms Birmingham, DMC-Sinai Grace Hospital, Goodwill Printing, Michigan Council for Arts & Cultural Affairs, Dan Behnke of Office Max, Deborah & Wilson Copeland, Rhonda & Edward Food sponsors: Anita’s Kitchen, Avalon Bakery, Bagel Factory, Cupcake Above: during intermissions, receptions are held to Factory, Holiday Market,Western Market. meet the artists, socialize and, of course, eat! During And to all the volunteers, musicians and audience members not individ- the spring, we enjoyed receptions in homeowners’ gar- ually named, we extend our sincere appreciation for your support! dens and patios. Left:Violinist Gabriel Bolkosky and pianist Sarah Bob performed at the May 30 concert.

Palmer Woods Post 12 Summer 2009 Palmer Woods Post 13 Summer 2009 Honoring Artists At Dr. Robert Perkins’ Palmer Woods home, supporting great musicians, dancers and the arts are treasured affairs streamline, contemporary house Members on Lincolnshire, home to philan- of the Alvin Ailey thropist Dr. Robert Perkins, is a fa- A Dance The- miliar and welcome spot to numerous atre, shown artists, musicians and dancers. Here they with arts are warmly honored at concerts and patrons, Dr. fundraising affairs, which occur regularly. DiChiera (second P

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t is the middle of July, and Dr. Paul Benson leaves his Palmer Woods home Iand family medical practice in Berkley for a long plane ride to Capetown, South Africa. Thousands of miles from home, he joins some 11,000 doctors and scientists from around the globe at the fifth annual International AIDS Society Conference on HIV Pathogenesis Treatment and Preven- tion. After traveling to the 2008 confer- ence in Australia, he knew that this was an essential event to attend each year to gather knowledge he needed for his med- ical practice and to be the best caregiver he could be. Namir “Nick” Isso “The conference is held in a different Carpenter country each year,” Benson explains, “but it will not be held in the United States be- (586) 751-0150 • (586) 215-0089 (cell) cause the US will not allow anyone who has HIV/AIDS to enter the country.” Decks • Porches • Finish Basements Gutters • Doors • Drywall As one of our areas top HIV/AIDs physicians, Benson is attending the world’s largest open scientific conference on the pense of the medicines—as much as $15- ulation is most at risk, showing the high- disease, where he will hear leading scien- 20,000 a year—can be supplemented or est increases in the disease, he responded, tists, clinicians, public health experts and paid for by several Federal programs. The “Without question, it is African-American community leaders from around the globe Ryan White Comprehensive AIDS Re- women, ages 25-44.” It is easier for If you want to live in a historic home, discuss the latest developments in HIV-re- sources Emergency (CARE) covers the cost women to contract HIV through hetero- lated research. He hopes to learn how the of the medicines for uninsured people, sexual sex than it is for men. Also, within in a historic neighborhood… most up-to-date scientific advances can, in and the AIDS Drug Assistance Program this age bracket, women are often primary very practical ways, help him better serve (ADAP) covers the cost for working people caregivers to others and neglect going to You deserve a historian to service your real estate needs. his patients and assist the 1.2 million with little or no prescription drug cover- doctors for their own health, he believes. Americans who currently live with HIV/ age. That is why, at this time, 90 percent of An important part of Dr. Benson’s work, This is a great time to purchase a AIDS, as well as the 200-400,000 people Dr. Benson’s HIV patients are able to re- in addition to treating the virus with the home in Palmer Woods. who are infected but are not yet aware. ceive the proper medication, and the other most cutting-edge medicines, is to help his I have many quality homes for sale: “When I first began treating AIDS pa- 10 percent are at the beginning of the dis- patients with the social aspects of their tients in the early 1980s, most doctors re- ease. Since their immune systems are not lives, and improve levels of self-esteem. In 19514 Suffolk fused to see them. Back then the disease damaged, they do yet not need medicine. some cases, AIDS can cause disfiguration 1420 Strathcona was referred to as GRID, Gay Related Im- Dr. Benson participates as a principle and loss of normal facial form. Dr. Benson and others mune Deficiency Disease,” he explains. investigator to help research the effective- has great expertise treating this condition “There was no hope in the early years, and ness of medicines for HIV/AIDS. His work with facial fillers and also trains physi- Encourage your family and friends to discover why my role was to help my patients die with with his patients has helped to advance cians, plastic surgeons and dermotologists Palmer Woods’ homes and our community are such dignity and deal with the social stigma and identify successful treatments for the in the use of Sculptra fillers. a great value. they were confronted with.” There were no disease. He also travels around the country Dr. Benson leads a busy schedule as a medicines, no cures, and the work for doc- to lecture, share his knowledge of new family practitioner at his Be Well Medical Stephen Williams, Ph.D tors like Paul was tough. therapies, and lead case presentations to Center in Berkley. He provides care for pa- Your Historic Property Resource (248) 988-2255 office By the early 1990s, medicines were other physicians and healthcare profes- tients of all ages, from school children (the Member: National Trust for Historic Preservation (313) 613-4178 voice mail available for AIDS patients. “My patients sionals. walk-in $20 basic school and sports exams Coalition for Historic Neighborhoods (Board) [email protected] would take 25 pills a day,” Paul recalls. An integral part of his work is provid- are always popular) to seniors. The Center Preservation Wayne Call me, I’m your neighbor and The expense was high, as were the side ef- ing prevention education. “The best way to will soon include a skincare clinic, phar- Palmer Woods History Bureau (Chair) I want to be your realtor. fects. “Now, an AIDS patient takes one pill avoid AIDS is to always use a condom,” he macy and office space for several other a day and can live a normal life with a nor- maintains. “If you are at risk, get tested by medical specialists… all part of Dr. Ben- mal life expectancy,” Paul continues. Side your doctor or the Health Department.” son’s plan to help more people “Be Well.” effects are usually manageable, and the ex- When asked what segment of our pop- Barbara Barefield Palmer Woods Post 16 Summer 2009 Palmer Woods Post 17 Summer 2009 Out of the Woods PRESERVING & PROMOTING Our Neighborhood’s Rich History & Around the World While we all love our homes of my former class- KENAN & ANGIE in Palmer Woods, we also love mates from Columbia Detroit’s Premier to visit memorable places and University in the city share stories and insights from of Granada. We spent Resident Realtor Team our travels. Jolinda Johnson, a week enjoying the Both personally as well as professionally, Kenan daughter of Bob and Linda processions of “Sem- and Angie have dedicated themselves to the City of Johnson on Argyle Crescent, ana Santa” (Holy Detroit and its rich architectural history. Having shares her story about life in Week), the beauty of lived in Palmer Woods, Indian Village and Rosedale southern Spain and her interna- the Alhambra, and of Park and having represented sales in all of Detroit’s tional work and travels. course the long days historic neighborhoods, Kenan and Angie offer a of Spanish sunshine. wealth of knowledge and experience to anyone and rom the time I was lit- Once again in Jaén, everyone considering buying or selling in the City – as well as the surrounding communities. tle, I have always loved I focused on my stu- Fmy family’s home in dents and continued Palmer Woods. I have also, loving every minute 4 however, always loved to ex- with them until the Remember to contact & refer plore the world beyond, trav- end of the year. Kenan & Angie for their expertise eling abroad for the On the last day of first time when I was school, every one Kenan & Angie at the Van Dusen Mansion in Palmer Woods in Detroit-area Real Estate. fourteen, attending from eachl of my 12 school and beginning classes had made me Above, Jolinda Johnson, who grew up 248-988-2212 • [email protected] • www.AskMeAboutDetroit.com my career as a teacher in Palmer Woods, by the Colosseum a card, and it took me in New York City, and in Rome, Italy, and with her stu- nearly two days and taking whatever op- dents, left, in Jaén, Spain. an entire box of portunities I had to leave Spain to Kleenex to read through them. RESHAPING DETROIT visit countries such as spend my 19- I took my time off in June to finish an- Turkey, Egypt and day vacation in other round of traveling and to make One Neighborhood at a Time Guatemala along the the cities of preparations for returning home to De- way. Last September, I Paris, Berlin troit. In Morocco, I enjoyed mint tea and PLATFORM FOR DETROIT decided to spend my fifth year as an edu- and Prague. Although I hate the cold (it’s couscous in the cities of Tangier and Fes. Restore • Ethics & decorum to the council meeting cator teaching English as a Second Lan- no coincidence that I chose to live in a Then it was off to Amsterdam for bicycles, structure by implementing internationally guage in Andalucía, the autonomous re- place where freezing is considered 50 de- canals and wooden shoes. Finally I headed recognized management techniques. gion of southern Spain. grees) this was the perfect time to visit off to Ireland to the seaside towns of Sker- • Access to the legislative body through a strategic customer service plan imple- While Seville gave me my first intro- these three cities, as everything was ries and Tramore, and of course Dublin, mented through neighborhood city halls. duction to Andalucía, Jaén is the provin- dressed up in all of the traditional holiday where I learned that Guinness really does • Councilmember direct commitment to the cial capital where I lived for the duration fare. It was also a trip full of surprises, as taste better direct from the source. community through participation and support of community organizations. of the 2008-2009 school year. Known for traveling alone afforded me the opportu- In the middle of all of this I was mov- Revitalize Renew its olive oil, it is home to only 100,000 nity to get a personal tour on the back of a ing out of my apartment, shipping things • The community through monthly educational seminars • The image of Detroit through a vigorous campaign/con- people, and for someone who had spent Vespa from a native Parisian, sample the to the States, packing things to bring and fairs rooted in quality of life issues. test to redefine what Detroit truly is and represents; as her whole life in either Detroit or New green beer popular in Berlin with a couple back…as they say in Spanish “una locura” • Detroit through new legislation aimed at improved well as a reformatted “Spirit of Detroit” award in which citizen safety, education and economic development. submissions are required and given annually. York City, I couldn’t help but feel like I had of Brits, and spend New Year’s Eve with a (craziness). In the end though it was all • Detroit by engaging local think tanks and researchers to • Require enforcement of the “Prompt payment ordi- landed in a small town. group of Italians in Prague. worth it, and on July 8, I returned to develop and implement an internal, comprehensive and nance” to support small business contracts with the Although in the beginning it seemed as When I returned to Jaén in January, I Palmer Woods to see my family for the first competitive economic growth plan for a better quality city of Detroit. of life. • Education of citizens by producing and distributing in- • Masters, Cornerstone University though everyone was staring at me as “the was excited to be reunited with my stu- time in ten months. formational pieces referencing safety for citizens, gov- • Bachelors, William Tyndale College foreigner,” the welcoming attitudes of my dents, but equally enthusiastic about plan- Last March I interviewed for a job in ernment ordinances and decrees [lighting, waste • Fellow, Center for Progressive Leaders colleagues set my mind at ease, and when- ning my next trip. In the meantime I made Barcelona and was offered a position as an ENDORSEMENTS: removal, abandoned structures] and quality of life • Michigan Democratic Party Detroit Police Lt & Sgts Association, issues in hopes of promoting citizen involvement in city • Word of Faith Int’l Christian Center ever I was feeling down or missing home shorter visits to the cities of Madrid, English as a Second Language Teacher at John George of Blight Blusters, Urban Education government. • Urban Education Reform Initiative the smiles on my students’ faces always Barcelona, Córdoba and Cádiz. When the Institut d’Estudis Nord-americans, Reform Initiative, Honorable Martha Scott www.joangist.com • 313-617-3033 brightened my spirits. As can be expected, Easter rolled around, I was invited to where I will be returning in the fall. I can’t the first few months were a time of great spend five days in Rome, which was my wait to go back to my life as an honorary Vote “JOAN GIST” August 4, 2009 & November 3, 2009 transition, but by the time Christmas ar- first time in Italy and my first taste of au- Española, but no matter where my travels Leadership • Integrity • Accountable • Responsible • Committed • Visionary rived I was feeling settled and ready to thentic gnocchi, gelato and the famed car- take me, my heart will always belong to 2682 Butternut, Detroit, MI 48216 • Paid for by the Friends to Elect Joan Gist to Detroit City Council venture out. bonara. the Woods. In the middle of December, I decided to When I came back to Spain, I met two Jolinda Johnson

Palmer Woods Post 18 Summer 2009 Palmer Woods Post 19 Summer 2009 Keeping the Woods blooming Have you noticed the new colors, Also, Karoy Brooks clipped islands on This is Sweet! growth and grooming in the Palmer Woods Afton and Severine Jeanpiere has worked A new bakery has just opened on garden islands? Our hard-at-work Preserva- on the large Strathcona island just outside Livernois! Former Palmer Woods tion and Garden Committee has been out her home near the Woodston intersection. neighbor and Art on the Ave gallery there with shovels, spades and rakes. Lee Bayer Shapiro took responsibility for owner Henry Stallings has cut the The team—George and Nancy Galster, trimming the island at Burlington/Strath- ribbon for the Shabach (High Brian and Beth Carnaghi, Gerry Primak, cona and Diane Willard will work on the Praise) Bakery, 19126 Livernois just Steve Williams and Suzanne Spiegel— Gloucester/Strathcona island. So, lots of north of Seven Mile. trimmed bushes for about three hours on a hands at work making our Woods look Support the revival of Livernois recent Sunday. There were, however, a lot of spectacular! Call Nancy at 313-891-1090 to by picking up your favorite desserts, bush and tree trimmings left at the island volunteer at our next gardening spree. breads and baked goods at Shabach. just west of the The “Better than Sex/Abstinence Bishop’s home on Cake” gets high praise, but the bean Woodston/Lucerne— Cleaning the D pies, lemon tarts, cookies and cup- almost every inch of cakes, cobblers and layer cakes look Several Palmer Woods neighbors took an active role in sup- the island border was scrumptious. Cakes are available in porting the Mayor’s Annual “Clean the D” initiative this covered that day. The miniature as well as full size. past May. The annual spring clean up in our area was spon- women had moved Visit the bakery, 9am-7pm Mon- sored by two community groups: the Woodward Avenue on to the Strath- day-Saturday or call 313-341-7777 Action Association and Sign Free Detroit. Palmer Woods cona/Suffolk intersec- for more information. residents Dale Morgan, Norm Silk, Brian Carnaghi and Rob tion by that point so Dewaelsche teamed up to remove trash, wild brush and Palmer Woods Association: didn’t see what debris along Woodward Avenue from Six to Eight Mile “havoc” was made at Wishing You Continued Success in the Realization of Your Goals. Roads. In addition, the group removed a total of 150 ille- the “big” island. It has gal signs that were cluttering up our public spaces on tele- since been cleaned to O’Neil D. Swanson & Family.” phone and utility poles along Seven Mile, Woodward Ave. 8 reveal the great bene- and Eight Mile Boulevard. Thanks to our neighbors for fits of our gardening supporting this clean up effort! work.

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Palmer Woods Post 20 Summer 2009 Palmer Woods Post 21 Summer 2009 Making College a Reality Graduation Celebrations The Lawrence P. Doss Scholarship Foundation, directed by Stepping up, stepping out – new grads move to the next level Palmer Woods resident Judith Doss, makes dreams come true Thomas Allen, son of Colleen and David Allen, graduated from Roeper Elementary hen Larry Doss met his future The Doss Foundation awards School and will be attending U of D High wife Judith in 1988, he was a four-year scholarships to School as a freshman in the fall. Tom loves disadvantaged, young highly-respected leader and football, baseball, forensics, debate, Model W scholars to pursue UN and his friends. businessman from Detroit. their college educa- By the time they married and moved tion. It is currently Vera Ann-Marie Barnwell, daughter of providing scholar- there the following year, Judith had Dr. John M. Barnwell and Dr. Karen Hei- ships and men- Erin Keith, daughter learned about the struggles of Larry’s torship to 29 delberg Barnwell, graduated from Bates of Luther Keith and youth—he grew up fatherless in Cleve- scholars from Academy in Detroit will attend Detroit the Hon. Jacqueline land’s projects and dropped out of high the Metro- Country Day High School. Vera’s interests Detroit area. Hall-Keith, graduated school. After joining the segregated Navy include music, travel and athletics. A recent from Mercy High of the 1940s, however, he acquired the fundraiser was held discipline and motivation necessary to re- in Palmer Woods. Chris Hines, son of School. She has alize his potential and to work his way Jeff and Diane Hines, played piano for 13 through college and graduate school. Four is a recent graduate of years, participated in of the the Howard University Student Government, Children of Sandra and Isaac Powell:Alaina Powell-Boyer (left) He came to Detroit in 1965 as a senior 2009 LPDS and Stephanie Powell (right) surround new grad Justin Powell. IRS regional manager and became very in- scholars, left to right: School of Business. He served as Community Justin: BA, University of Michigan, Film Arts and Sciences Zakeya Ahmed, Lizeth Lara,Aquee- will continueto pursue Editor for Mercy’s volved in the community. He went on to (2009). He is now employed in the Post-Production Depart- lah Alexander, Clarence Houston organize the Inner City Business Improve- music, work on scor- newspaper, com- ment of Lionsgate Studios in Santa Monica, Calif.Alaina: Ph.D, ment Forum and as its first president management and business. LPDS makes a social and home tour fundraiser for LPDS. ing his first film, build his production pleted over 300 com- WSU School of Medicine, Cancer Biology (2008); postdoctoral helped to usher in Detroit’s black entrepre- four-year commitment to five students each The newest scholars were also honored company Master Mind Entertainment, as munity service hours, fellowship at Washington University, St. Louis, Mo. Stephanie: well as coordinate mix-tapes for other and has participated J.D., MEd,, Elementary Education neurial growth. He served as president of year, awarding them $20,000 over the and given their awards. All of the ice (2008). She is a teacher in Oak Park Public Schools. . New Detroit, helping to rebuild and heal a course of their studies. In return, LPDS cream was donated by Morley Candy, the artists. After the summer he’ll be heading in Varsity sports. She divided city; was chairman of Cooper’s & awardees pledge to bring their talents back current owner of the Sander’s brand. to New York to work in the entertainment will attend Howard University to major in Nia Turner, daughter of Reginald and Lybrand’s State and Local Government In- to Detroit or other at-risk communities. While the young scholars were the stars industry while pursuing a career in music. political science. After law school, she Marcia Turner, graduated from Mercy High hopes to pursue a career in criminal law and will be attending Howard University. dustry Program; and worked closely with Since its inception, LPDS has awarded of the day, guests also enjoyed the tour of Jacob Hurwitz Goodman, son of Julie and politics. Mayor Coleman A. Young and other lead- 29 scholarships that have allowed their re- the impressive mansion, built in 1929 and Hurwitz and Bill Kevin Warfield, grandson of Ruth Stall- ers for many years. He remained active in cipients to attend colleges such as Univer- once the home of Fred Sander Jr. of Goodman, graduated Elliott Morris, son of worth, graduated from Berkshire Middle civil rights throughout his career. sity of Michigan, Columbia University, Sander’s Ice Cream fame. Visitors were from the University of Howard and Karla Mor- School in Birmingham and will be attend- He also dreamed of helping disadvan- University of Chicago, and Indiana Tech, guided by the students throughout the Chicago, Cinema & ris, graduated from U of ing Detroit School of Arts in the fall. He is taged youth attain educational opportu- to name a few. home, which is accented with griffins, Media Studies with D Jesuit High School an aspiring bass player. nites, which are so often out of their reach. While Judith serves as CEO of the lions, heraldic shields, beautifully carved Honors. He is pursuing and will attend Howard Michael Williams, son of Dr. & Mrs. Following his death in 2001, Judith es- Foundation, she works hand-in-hand with wood, and other Tudor Revival architec- a career in filmmaking University School of Timothy and Lisa Williams, graduated tablished the Lawrence P. Doss Scholarship a hardworking board, which includes tural wonders. and has returned to Detroit to get in on the Business to major in international busi- Summa Cum Laude from University of Foundation (LPDS) in his memory and to board chair Dr. Glenda Price and Ruth If you would like to support the out- “ground floor” of indie film industry proj- ness. He is excited to start this new chap- Detroit Jesuit High School and Academy. realize his dream. The mission of LPDS is to Stallworth, both Palmer Woods residents. standing work of LPDS, please visit ects in this area. He is currently working ter of his life; his parents and 9-year-old He is entering University of Michigan in provide financial assistance and mentoring On a recent Saturday in June, Judith www.lawrencepdossfnd.org and make a for the MetroTimes. sister Aerin are excited (and a bit sad). Ann Arbor to major in architecture. to disadvantaged Metro-Detroit high school opened her Palmer Woods home, known tax deductible contribution. seniors interested in accounting, finance, as the Sander’s Mansion, for a ice cream Barbara Barefield & Jolinda Johnson Neighborhood Enhancement Update Palmer Woods is engaged in a com- Now, after more than a year of re- reconfigure our traffic patterns (running In the Beginning Personal Home Care prehensive initiative—the Neighbor- search, testing alternatives and analysis 26:1 in favor). hood Enhancement Project—to improve of results, along with gathering of feed- Our proposal is being submitted for the appearance and quality of life in our back from residents and authorities, we review by the Planning Commission and community for both residents and visi- have developed a proposal to reconfigure approval by the City Council. The tors. The project is multi-faceted and al- our traffic patterns. Its principal aim is to process may last several months and ready has involved landscaping and reduce the volume and speed of vehicles most likely will include at least one pub- maintaining the islands, installating new using our streets as a “short-cut” between lic hearing, of which you’ll be advised in street lamps, replanting trees lost to the Woodward Ave. and Seven Mile. advance.The PWA Board expresses its Emerald Ash Borer, upgrading and/or re- With Petition participation to date sincere appreciation to the entire com- placing signage, green-scaping of vacant approaching 90 percent of the occupied munity for your participation in the de- lots, and upkeep of unoccupied proper- homes on Palmer Woods, there has been velopment of the plan and your contin- ties. overwhelming support for the plan to uing patience as we move forward.

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: cover the cross-cultural under- o t o h wonderful treasures that standing was the first P Detroit has to offer.” In step in achieving a last- Congratulations to verse races, religions, her second speech, Ur- ing world peace. Earlier a talented young lady! and cultures” and “I sula used her trip to this year, Ursula was a Twelve-year-old Ursula placed in modeling, act- have never seen so China last summer as a hit in the Rosedale Fuller, daughter of ing, talent, and spokes- much interesting and platform to discuss how Community Theatre’s Cheryl and Jim Fuller woman. The subject of beautiful architecture as eye-opening different performance of Ragtime on Lowell, was awarded the two spokeswoman you can find in my cultural values can be and at the PW Dinner first runner up for Miss speeches that she was neighborhood: we have (she was one of four Dance (see page 15). Michigan (Pre-Teen) for judged on were “Why I the National American am proud to live in De- Miss Pageant which troit” and “How we can took place on July 9-11 make this world a bet- at the Troy Marriott. As ter place.” In her first a result, she has been brief speech, Ursula fo- invited to attend the na- cused on what she per- Remember the Art tional pageant in No- ceived are the strengths Fair from years past? In the 1970s vember of this year, of Detroit, especially and 80s it was always something which takes place in her neighborhood: people enjoyed. An ambitious California. In various “Only a block away, I group, which included the City of optional events, she also have friends from di- Detroit’s Green Task Force, Friends of the , and represen- s to tives from numerous neighbor- eighbor :n hoods in northwest Detroit (in- ded reat Nee nize a g n cluding Palmer Woods), brought it back this year on June 28—and it was lp orga Sale i better than ever. Colorful displays by some 70 artists and environmental he od Yard 8 & hborho . Aug. organizations, and the acoustic sounds of numerous musicians surrounded Neig s on Sat Wood - 4pm! the Palmer Park duck pond. The sun beamed, children played, and fami- Palmer m 9am g. 9 fro lies picniced. Don’t miss next year’s Fair. Visit greenartfair.org. Sun. Au At its last meeting, the PWA Board of Directors ap- Boston-Edison Garden Tour proved a second annual Neighborhood Yard Sale for The Historic Boston-Edison Association presents their First Annual Palmer Woods residents. This year’ s event will Garden Tour on Sunday, July 19, 2009 from 9am–5pm. It will feature focus on promoting individual yard sales hosted by spectacular gardens and landscapes in its neighborhood. It promises to be residents at their homes and no central sales point a blooming inspiration of ideas for you and your outdoor paradise. After in the neighborhood will be designated. Residents the tour, view a number of Open Houses in the neighborhood and visit who wish to participate will be asked to make a the Voigt Park Marketplace where you can shop Boston-Edison’s finest nominal donation to PWA to help defray the costs artists and merchants. Tickets are $15, cash only, no advance sales, and of promoting the event in the community and raise can be purchased at 8am on the day of the tour at Voigt Park (between some funds for the PWA general fund. For more in- Longfellow and Edison; Second and Third Streets). For more information formation, contact Rob Dewaelsche: 313-580-0672 visit www.historicbostonedison.org or call 313-727-1087. (cell) or email [email protected].