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President's Message Calendar of Events Summer in the Village Aug. 1 - 5th Precinct Police-Community Rela- Greetings! tions Council, 6:30PM, I hope the summer of Samaritan Center, 5555 2018 continues to be a good Conner one and that you are able Aug. 2 – Trash/re- to stay cool – it’s been a hot cycling/bulk trash/yard one and continues to be a waste challenging one. Please con- Aug. 6 - Restorin’ E tinue to check on neighbors Warren Community & and pets when outdoors etc. Business Meeting, 6 PM, There is plenty of evidence Jefferson Branch Library, that our EEV residents are 12350 E. Outer Drive committed to large and Aug. 7 – Primary Elec- small improvement proj- tion - Remember to Vote! ects – driveways have been Aug. 8 - EEV General repaved, windows and Meeting 7PM, St. Clare roofs replaced, garages and Montefalco, 1401 Whit- porches reconstructed as tier (at Mack) well as plenty of painting, Aug. 9 - Trash only landscaping and plantings pickup in anticipation of our EEV Aug. 11-12 – EEV Landscape Contest. Our Garage Sale Emma House properties The EEV August General Meeting Agenda will include Aug. 16 - Trash/re- continue to be well main- representative(s) from Arts & Scraps to provide an cycling/bulk trash/yard tained thanks to our dedi- overview of the creative materials and exciting services waste cated residents who have offered at their Harper location. We will also learn more Aug. 18 - Tour of Alger physically cut the grass or about the Block Party event scheduled in September. Theatre, Noon - 1 p.m. contributed financially to Aug. 23 - Trash only this effort. The city con- cars were parked on Bishop Senate, State Representa- pickup tinued to clean our streets and Yorkshire despite vis- tive and Governor. We had Aug. 30 - Trash/re- again this past month. Note: ible signs advising “not to a recap of DPD informa- cycling/bulk trash/yard Tickets can be issued for park.” waste cars that have not moved Our July meeting covered See PRESIDENT, for the cleaning – several candidates running for State page 2 Page 2 East English Village August 2018

East English Village information Officers Street representatives President: William Barlage, presi- Committees Newsletter Editor: Maureen [email protected] Outer Drive/Whittier: Bee & Harry Davis, Dritsan, (586) 864-5055; news- 882-3169; odwhittier@eastenglishvillage. Residential Chair: Kathy Roddie, 1st Vice President: Alexis Adams- [email protected] org 882-1646; residential@eastenglish- Wynn, (313) 977-0419, vicepresident1 Chandler Park: Barbara Pitts, 926-1838, Advertising: David Wiesman, @eastenglishvillage.org village.org [email protected] 313-908-3829; advertising@east- 2nd Vice President: Justin Hewitt, Vacant Property Upkeep and Code Kensington: Darnell Adams 218-2427, englishvillage.org (248) 631-7414, vicepresident2@ Enforcement: code@eastenglish- [email protected] Layout: Diana McNary, layout@ eastenglishvillage.org village.org Yorkshire: David Wiesman, 313-908- eastenglishvillage.org Treasurer: Pat Blount, Garden Club: David Teeter, 640- 3829; [email protected] Lost Pets: Karlene Trump, 882- [email protected] Bishop:Ron Otto, 989-370-1245; 7627, gardenclub@eastenglishvil- 2579, [email protected] Secretary: Luke Boyea,(231) 818 [email protected] lage.org 9328; secretary@eastenglishvillage. Grayton: Lil Cortes, (586) 596-9270, Paid Security & Volunteer Safety: Bike patrol: Fred Vitale, 580-4905 org Welcoming/Hospitality: Dana [email protected] [email protected] Politi-Rashid, welcome@east- Harvard: Renita Holliness, (313) 516- Senior Services: open 3002, Sue Curtis Bourgeois, 506-3391; Commercial Co-Chairs: Joe englishvillage.org Mailing address [email protected] Rashid, (313) 575-7014 and Seasonal Maintenance: Walter P.O. Box 241009, Detroit, MI 48224 Cadieux: Patrick Linsdau, 313-530-7300; Darnell Adams (313) 218-2427 Strong, maintenance@easteng- [email protected] lishvillage.org EAST ENGLISH VILLAGE [email protected] Recycling: Emma Mitchell re- Webmaster: Nancy Brigham, web- HOTLINE: Note: If you have questions or wish to volunteer for one of the committees, [email protected] [email protected] Traffic Safety: Marcie Aydelotte 313-216-1729 please use the appropriate email Events: Open association@eastenglishvillage. address listed here or call the EEV [email protected] message line, 313-216-1729. App: Stephen Thornhill app@ org eastenglishvillage.org FOR EMERGENCIES CALL 911. Crime reporting: [email protected]

City of Detroit ordinances ad- DPD, DFD and information Keyboardist President dress these pet-related issues. regarding the Special Assess- needed Continued from Page 1 We are fortunate to have so ment District. Bethany Christian many great and loving pet Remember to vote in our Church is still looking tion on National Night Out. people in EEV. Primary Election on Tuesday, for a keyboardist While it’s always a good idea Our annual EEV Garage August 7. Be sure to mail your to play for Sunday to keep your porch lights Sale will be held on Saturday absentee ballots on time or morning worship. It on, please make a special and Sunday, August 11 and confirm the location of your would be a bonus effort to do so on August 7. 12 from 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. “Out voting precinct. We thank all if the person also We also had the pleasure of with the old ~ in with the candidates that have come to plays the organ. meeting Detroit’s Ombuds- new!” This is an excellent present their platform these Please call Pastor man, Bruce Simpson, who opportunity to start fresh, past several months for the Nora Shumake at spoke on a very current get organized and give new upcoming elections. 313-885-0909 if you topic – dog ownership in the life to some of those gems we On a final note for this are interested. city. We have received many no longer have the space to month, I and the rest of the The church is complaints from caring EEV store. Please contact Kathy EEV team want to thank our located at 5901 neighbors of suspected pet Roddie (residential@east- Newsletter Editor, Maureen Cadieux on the cor- neglect resulting in Animal englishvillage.org) if you can Dritsan, for years of dedicat- ner of Linville. Care from the City of Detroit lend a hand for the garage ed service, partnership and and Humane Soci- sale this year. All participat- loyal participation on the ety being contacted to resolve ing homes must be registered EEV Board and for her in- Seniors Day the issues. PLEASE, take care and a small advertising fee credible direction, hard cre- Out of your pets. Our EEV com- ($5/day) paid for by Friday, ative work and devotion to SENIORS DAY munity is more vigilant than August 10 at 5 p.m. to be our monthly newsletter and most and neighbors take the included in the sale. the Village. Maureen will OUT will resume in time to report when pets are At our August meeting we be helping with other EEV September. Enjoy tied up or chained as well as will host speakers covering projects, and we appreciate the summer! not having the basic neces- many ongoing topics from her friendship and wisdom. sities – a dog house, clean the City’s Building, Safety, Thank you, Maureen! water and food as well as Engineering & Environ- Best regards, protection from the elements. ment Department (BSEED), William Barlage, President

Please note: The East English Village Association does not endorse any advertisers, political parties, candidates or businesses. August 2018 East English Village Page 3 Alger Theatre welcomes new board members We are happy to announce the ad- who is co-producing with us, Comedy Next Community Theater Tour is dition to our board of new members, Commons, an annual comedy show August 11 at noon. Jackie Grant and Eric Peeples. They filled with jokes and roasts about the Volunteers continue to be needed for join recent new member Clinton Grif- human experience of being neighbors a host of things from building mainte- fin. Each individual brings a unique across Detroit’s MorningSide, East Eng- nance to identifying funders and tour background of talents and a commit- lish Village, and Cornerstone Village guides. If you would like to be part of ment to the reactivation of The Alger. communities. Comedy Commons is this dynamic, dedicated group, please The Friends of The Alger is governed funded through 8 80 Cities and John S. contact Friends of the Alger Theater by an all-volunteer board but rely on and James L. Knight Foundation. Look by phone at (313) 343-9087 or email the support of many supporters, vol- for Comedy Common’s first produc- [email protected] or visit www. unteers, contributors and partners. tion of a film screening in Balduck Park algertheater.org. One partner is Alexis Adams-Winn in September. Stay tuned for details. ~ Melissa Bunker

4,272 Detroit Land Bank houses occupied by squatters ~ none in EEV

Thanks to the committed and joint efforts of our EEV residents, our partnerships with the Detroit Land Bank, the Mayor’s office, DPD, BSEED and others, we are happy to report that EEV does not have any Land Bank properties Soccer in the City currently occupied by squatters ac- The East English Village soccer team cording to the latest is competing in their 8th season with Land Bank report. the Detroit City Futbol League. The We continue to look league has expanded to a record 36 out for each other neighborhoods. The team has a new and our property logo this year featuring the Belgian investments to ensure Lion and colors reflecting the neighbor- quality standards are hood's Belgian roots; and Cadieux Cafe maintained. The com- continues to help sponsor the team. pletely clear space on The team accomplished their league the adjacent map represents EEV. Great and encouraging community points by doing a clean-up news! At the same time, we hope that all Detroiters have of the Alger Theater and surrounds early in July. a safe and solid place to call home each day. There are The season-ending tournament, COPA IX, will take place programs available through the Land Bank to assist those on Saturday, August 4 at Historic Fort Wayne from 9 a.m.-5 needing a place to live. p.m. Come out and cheer on your neighborhood team! ~ Marc Tirikian

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Servite Mass Mob Sunday, September 16, there will be a Servite Mass Mob at St. Clare of Montefal- co at 11 a.m. We are looking for all who know a Servite Sister or Associate, or those connected with St. John Ber- chman’s or St. Juliana Par- ish/School and Servite High School. All are welcome.

Please note: The East English Village Association does not endorse any advertisers, political parties, candidates or businesses. August 2018 East English Village Page 5 DPL - Jefferson Branch calendar of events Preschool story time: Tuesdays, 8/7 & 8/21, 11-11:30 a.m. Stories, songs, finger plays and more during this interactive story time. (Tots and Preschoolers) Intergenerational Book Club: Mon- day, 8/27, 5-6 p.m. This adult/teen discussion group is open to anyone who enjoys reading a good book. For August 2018, we will discuss “Grand River & Joy” by Susan Messer. (Adults and Teens) One-On-One Computer Sessions: Tuesdays and Thursdays, 10 a.m.-1 p.m. By appointment only - call (313) 481-1761 Color by Number Wednesdays: Wednesdays, 8/1, 8/8 & 8/15, 1–2 p.m. Create “Color by Number” art worthy provided. (Tweens, Teens, Adults) call (313) 481-1362. of displaying using crayons, colored Chess Game set up in our meeting Come join us at Detroit Public Library pencils, markers and watercolor. (Chil- room for everyone every day for your Jefferson Branch, 12350 E. Outer Drive. dren, Tweens, Teens, Parent/Child) enjoyment. For more information, call (313) 481-1761 Jewelry Making for Beginners: Become a Literacy Tutor: Share the joy or visit our website at: http://www.de- Mondays, 8/6, 8/13 & 8/20, 5-6 p.m. of reading with someone by becoming troitpubliclibrary.org/branch/jefferson Create one-of-a-kind jewelry. All supplies a volunteer tutor. For more information, ~ JoAnne Mannino

St. Clare of Montefalco Bible Camp A reminder that children women of the Old Testament. Where? St. Clare Social gious Education Department ages 4-10 years old are We will discover Queen Es- Hall, 1401 Whittier Rd 313-547-5056 or skavery@st- invited to participate in St. ther, Sara, Miriam, Ruth and When? August 13-17, 9:30 clarem.org for any questions Clare of Montefalco's Sum- Naomi through learning les- a.m. - noon. or concerns. Registration mer Bible Camp, August 13- sons, music and crafts as well Cost? $25 per child (finan- forms are available online: 17. This year our main focus as outside physical activities. cial assistance is available). www.stclarem.org or at the will be on selected wonder Snacks will be provided. Please contact our Reli- parish office or church.

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Please note: The East English Village Association does not endorse any advertisers, political parties, candidates or businesses. August 2018 East English Village Page 7 Advertise here! To place an ad, please call David Wiesman at (313) 908-3829 or email [email protected]. The EEV Newsletter printing and distribution is fully funded by our advertisers. PLEASE give them your business as We Love appropriate, LET THEM KNOW you have seen their ad and Referrals THANK THEM for their contribution!

Marie's Lawn Service: Mowing, Clean-Up, Bushes Trimmed & Voice Mail 313-924-8382 Gutters Cleaned. EEV resident. Call Marie: 313-510-4470 Office 313-886-9030 Fax 313-423-6308

Ossie’s MT House: MT = Multi-Tasking. Cleaning, Painting, Landscaping, Small Tree Removal, Gutter Cleaning, Organic Gardening & Growing. Active in EEV. Call Ossie: 313-778-4127.

Trees & stumps removed. EEV references. Call Clarence: 313-333-1089

Garage door repaired or installed. Very reasonable. EEV references. Call Charles: 313-778-3673

Home Repairs: Painting inside and outside; tile work and more. EEV references. Call Larry: 313-656-7305

Save the date ~ Arts & Scraps block party

What: Arts & Scraps Block Create Your Own Fence Party Creature. When: Sept 15, 1-5 p.m. Food available for sale; Where: 16135 Harper Free will Offering to Enter Avenue, Detroit Bonus: Arts & Scraps Store What: Music, entertain- Memberships 50% Discount ment, photo booth, block- Questions? Contact Arts & themed lawn games, Fence Scraps at (313) 640-4411 for Creature Artist Challenge/ more information. Page 8 East English Village August 2018 Local activities to keep the munchkins happy There are so many free and enthusiastic about another offers year-round fun very reasonably-priced fam- Detroit-based gem ~ Mt. El- with a stage, lawn and ily-friendly activities to keep liott Park. Various species of beautiful fountain. There the kids (and their parents) animal pawprints embedded are food trucks nearby, from getting into trouble or in cement lead you into the basketball court and, of becoming bored this sum- entrance. Located on the East course, this giant sand- mer. A trip to nearby Belle Riverfront, Mt. Elliott Park is box in which artists ~ Isle can become a day filled fun anytime of the year but young and old alike ~ with fun, laughter and even in the summer, the schooner- can create castles and some learning in the process themed waterpark comes sculptures. The first-ever . . . a great spot to create life- alive! Kids can play in water winner of the prestigious, time family memories. cascades, child-activated international Urban Land Located in the sprawling water cannons, windchimes Institute “Urban Open Belle Isle Park, the Anna and an array of fountains. It’s Space Award”, Campus Scripps Whitcomb Con- accessible to all and has clean Martius Park delivers on servatory was designed by restrooms and a café offering its promise to be Detroit’s renowned architect, Albert a nice variety of reasonably- Gathering Place in the Kahn, and opened in 1904. priced concession items and immediate downtown Adults will love the build- plenty of umbrella-covered community and for the ing’s domed architecture Deer Encounter allow kids seating. entire city and region. while kids will have fun to feed animals and learn A trip to Campus Martius Detroit's signature public exploring the gorgeous 13 about wildlife conservation. reveals 400,000 pounds of space presents spectacu- acres of plants. There’s also an ADA compli- sand converts this space to lar skyline views in an With more than 1,000 fish ant playground outside the an urban beach. Located extraordinary setting. and 118 species of sea life, animal center. in the heart of Downtown ~ Maureen Dritsan the Albert Kahn-designed Nearby, families are Detroit, Campus Martius Belle Isle Aquarium is the oldest aquarium in the United States and a perfect weekend destination (open Saturdays and Sundays from 10 a.m. to 4 p.m.). If the weather is nice, head to the Belle Isle Beach to enjoy a half-mile stretch of sand, water and incredible views of the city ~ perfect for photo shots. The is also a popular spot for paddle-boarders, kayak- ers, and boaters. Plenty of nearby picnic areas too! The Belle Isle Nature Cen- ter is another attraction. This free zoo is perfectly sized for young children and allows the kiddos to get up-close and personal with 19 spe- cies of Michigan wildlife. It may not be as large as many urban zoos, but charm- ing experiences like the

Please note: The East English Village Association does not endorse any advertisers, political parties, candidates or businesses. August 2018 East English Village Page 9 Familiarize yourself with smart security tips There are always smart Let’s see if we can help stop Then, when assaults hap- car in plain view when they things to do to avoid a pos- this awful activity! pen, victims often do not run into a store, many inci- sibly bad situation or extra • There’s a City of Detroit follow through with press- dences would not happen. work later: Ordinance against keeping/ ing charges. Why? If you • Sound. Music. Barking • For purchases, use a using BBQ grills on front know someone in a difficult Dogs. Noise. Time of day credit card rather than your porches. If you or a neigh- situation, the DPD-5th has a (or night). Which is it? It’s debit card. Scammers are bor takes this risk, please Domestic Violence Advocate summertime and opinions known to insert devices into reconsider. Think about how who might be able to help. vary on what constitutes ATM machines as well as dangerous this could be. • Larceny from a vehicle enjoyment or irritation. Being your grocery store scanners • A large percentage of continues to be a problem in considerate is always a plus. to collect your card’s infor- assaults (simple and ag- the 5th Precinct, but if folks DUSK TO DAWN – mation for their own insidi- gravated) occur between would take the extra moment PORCH LIGHTS ON! ous (illegal) use. At least with people who know each other. to NOT leave items in their ~ Gwen Wee a credit card you often have the added insurance of your credit card company’s fraud practices. FYI – this tip comes from an employee at Com- erica Bank’s Fraud Dept. • In the “if you see some- thing, say something” de- partment, please contact the Detroit Police Department 5th Precinct at 313.596.5510 or 224-DOPE with possible drug activity info. Or, if you see individuals dumping/ leaving junk in our neigh- borhood, contact the DPD with as much information as possible that you’ve observed – vehicle make/ model/color/older or newer, description of individuals involved, activities observed. Why? The MEC Radio Patrol (586) 709-6661) has recently observed a shiny black Cadillac MKX (newer model) dumping junk in both EEV and Cornerstone!

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Security/Snow Payment Thanks to all the neighbors that continually support our fabulous services. Please feel free to make your payments at the monthly town meeting. The Treasurer is always at the back table. Please include your email address to receive your receipt. Email any questions to [email protected]. ~ Pat Blount

EEV SECURITY AND SNOW FUND CONTRIBUTIONS April 25, 2019 – July 23, 2018 Security: Ameloot, Michael and Teeter, David Boyd, Ethan and Bettina Brassjar Music Camarda, David and Pat Findley, Michella and Torme Hauser, Michael Howard, Richard Security Patrol: Private security patrol puts a security and Lisa driver and flashing light on EEV streets to deter and Jones, Victoria report crime. More contributors = more patrol coverage. Law, Janet The donation amount is $100 per household ($75 for Lowe, John and Kimi seniors 62 and older) each year. Pierskarski, Ryan Taylor, Brandon Snow Plowing: Snow removal by the City of Detroit and Snow: Ameloot, Michael Wayne County is limited due to various factors, including ac- and Teeter, David cumulation levels and road conditions. EEV collects donations Camarda, David and to supplement our municipal snow plowing service. Your in- Pat vestment in this fund each year enables us to keep our roads Demby, Ashley clear. The donation amount is $35 per address per year. Hauser, Michael Lowe, John and General Fund: Donations to the general fund support Kimi free community events like light supper before meetings, McLuskie, Amy Pierskarski, Ryan Home Tour and Garage Sale. Any amount contribution is Singer, Bonnie welcomed! Taylor, Brandon

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