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FREE PUBLICATION VOL. 7 - ISS. 4 • September 6, 2017 - September 20, 2017 10TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY Your Chance to Be One of the Opening Acts for World Pontiac City Council’s Pride & Beautification Contest Famous Recording Artist The Spinners! .....See article page 2

The residents of this city had so much taken away from them, but despite it all, the residents have been relentless in their unwavering commitment and support. The Pride & Beautification Program is the City’s way of giving back, by honoring residents of each district. It was my mission and the members of Council, to restore pride back into the city. ~ Council President Patrice Watrman Peters, Stabenow Announce Over $1, 600, 000 in .....See article page 10 Oakland County Helping Support of Southeast Michigan Fire Departments Hurricane Victims

L to R: L. Brooks Patterson, Phil Bertolini .....See article page 5 2017 Pitch N’ Pontiac Winners

.....See winners page 10 Pontiac Looks To Its Bicentennial 2018 .....See article page 6 .....See article page 2 (The Pontiac News provides news and opinion articles as a service to our readers. Often these articles come from sources outside of our organization. Where possible, the author and the source are documented within each article. Statements and opinions expressed in these articles are solely those of the author or authors and may or may not be shared by the the Publisher of The Pontiac News, Inc.) 1 THE PONTIAC NEWS • VOLUME 7 - ISSUE 4

EDITORIAL by R. Frank Russell, Publisher 10TH YEAR ANNIVERSARY The Pontiac News hereby offer our prayers to the families and individuals that are the vic- WHAT’S INSIDE tims of the hurricane in Houston and the various other communities in Texas and through- Page 2 out the region. We also pay tribute to the many organizations, individuals, rescue work- Editorial • Pontiac Looks to It’s Bicentennial • ers and others that have provided food, clothing and shelter to the many survivors of this Be the Opening Act for Spinners great American tragedy. Page 4 Drive In, Drop Off Household Hazardous Waste Page 5 Pontiac Looks to Its Bicentennial / Pontiac And The Sibleys L. Brroks Patterson: Michigan Great Artist By Ron Gay historical archive in Southeast Michigan. Competionion • Oaklnad County Helping Hurri- I have come to know so I learned that those at the root of Pon- cane Victims • Pontiac Creative Arts Center Fall much about Pontiac’s his- tiac’s beginnings were a prominent mid- 2017 Schedule tory and thus write these dle-aged couple from Detroit, not Ste- Page 6 articles because I bought phen Mack as I had been taught going to Peters, Stabenow Support S.E. Michigan Fire an old house here thirty grandparents down south once a year. I Pontiac Schools. I learned that my house Departments • Free or Low-Cost Business years ago. I’ve always liked history but suspect purchasing my old house back in began as a cabin, part of a Pontiac Com- Classes Offered pany farm, around 1820. until then I was never in a historical so- 1986 had something to do with touch- Page 7 ciety or as a carpenter had never worked ing those memories of my grandparent’s While reading 19th century archived let- 13th Annual Kids’ Clean Water Calendar Con- on historic houses. In fact, the only real homes. Visitors say it reminds them of ters, deeds, other documents at Detroit’s test • Clinton River Resource Recovery Facility history I studied back then was my family their grandparent’s homes. Burton Historical Collection the piec- Page 8 tree and even that just barely. I fell in love with this house on first es of my history puzzle came together. Pontiac City Council’s Pride & Beautification I was born a month after my family moved sight. Upon purchasing it and moving in Solomon and Sarah Sproat Sibley put up Contest Photos money, organized the players and spent into a brand new 1950s tract house. Elev- I learned the little history that was at- Page 10 the first ten years of Pontiac’s settlement en years later we moved into a new quad tached to it. Soon after I became deter- Pontiac City Council’s Pride & Beautification as its overseers to ensure long-lasting level. Growing up my life was devoid of mined to learn the whole story of this old Contest • 2017 Pitch N’ Pontiac Winners • success. old house living except when we visited place. Research took me to every relevant Peters Cosponsors Voting Rights Advancement Your Chance to Be One of the Opening Acts for World Famous Recording Artist The Spinners! Act Bill Page 11 By Mayor D. Waterman To round out this Pontiac-based celebra- verification of your Pontiac roots when tion, al that’s needed are home-grown you submit. A jury of Pontiac-based mu- Celebrating the Role Pullman Porters Played in Pontiac Power music groups to open for The Spinners. sic professionals sanctioned by the May- the Creation of the Labor Day Holiday Week, the event From now through Wednesday, Septem- or’s Office wil jury al submissions and Page 12 that brought hun- ber 6, 2017, at 12:00 noon ET, Pontiac announce the winning groups by Tues- The Pontiac Community Calendar, all known dreds of cruis- Power Week wil accept submissions from day, September 12, 2017. Once selected, activities in our great city of Pontiac ers and car en- professional music groups that are cur- music groups must agree to payment and Page 14 thusiasts to rently based in Pontiac OR groups that are other terms from the City of Pontiac in or- Freedom & Liberty Opening Reception Pontiac and gar- comprised primarily of musicians who der to be confirmed for the performance. September 8 at the PCAC • Pontiac Looks To Its nered hundreds of millions of dollars of were born and raised in Pontiac, Michi- Bicentennial positive national and international me- We are excited that this event wil be free gan. This is a family friendly event and Page 15 dia coverage for the City during Dream to the Citizens of Pontiac and wil feature music genres that wil be considered in- 2017 Holiday Extravaganza Announces Cruise week, is not done yet! On Satur- Pontiac-based entertainers. clude R&B, Jazz and Rock. Presenting Sponsors day, September 23, 2017, the City of Pon- For more information about how to sub- Qualified groups may submit their work tiac is bringing one more stelar event to mit and be considered as an opening act PUBLISHER & CONTENT EDITOR the to Jil Riddle by noon, Wednesday, Sep- for The Spinners. Please contact Jil Riddle R. Frank Russell tember 6, 2017, for consideration as one City: the Pontiac Music Festival featuring at 248 541 7550 (office) or by email at jr- AFRICAN CORRESPONDENT: of three opening acts for The Spinners. Kofi Annorh legendary R and B act, The Spinners. [email protected] or Jaime Wilkins at Please include samples of your work and 323 216 6454. CONTRIBUTING WRITERS: Elaine Smith-Wright (Deceased) • Rev. James Keys • Randolph Carter • Adam Polk • Brenda Canty-Carter PHOTOGRAPHER & ADVERTISING MANAGER TBD CIRCULATION MANAGER: Rahim Russell OFFICE MANAGER: Mary C. Russell DESIGNED & TYPESET: Rasheed Shabazz www.fourcolorsonline.com (248) 877-3044 PRINTED BY: Lenawee Media Group TELEPHONE: 248-758-1411 FAX: 248-758-1412 PO Box 431412, Suite #1 Pontiac, MI 48343 www.thepontiacnews.com [email protected]

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3 THE PONTIAC NEWSRandolph • VOLUME 7 - ISSUERandy 4 Carter Drive In, Drop Off Household Randy Carter is a Pontiac native with incredible love for his city. Randy’s history as a mentor started at the age Hazardous Waste – Remain- of 20 with the untimely death of his mother. Randy was going to school at GMI when he got word of his ing NoHaz Collections Are In mother’s death. He put his education on hold to return to Pontiac and raise his young brothers and sisters to Waterford and Orion Township adulthood. The City of Pontiac is part of the NoHaz Consortium, Randy continued his career at General Motors for 37 years working as a providing residents with Senior Engineering Analyst. In 2010, Randy retired from General Motors, a safe and responsible however, his love for his city was unwavering. Randy’s passion for keeping way to dispose of house- District 4 clean and safe for children garnered him a coveted award from hold hazardous waste. the Friends of Pontiac Parks. Randy works hard for his residents and the Many household prod- city of Pontiac. He is the liaison to Pontiac School District where he ucts in your home should not be thrown out frequently attend events supporting our children! with regular trash, including paints, cleaners, computer and electronic equipment, pesti- The residents of District 4 stand behind our candidate of choice, cides and fertilizers. Pontiac City Councilman Randy Carter! There is no cost for Pontiac residents to par- ticipate in the two remaining NoHaz collec- tions for this year. Bring a form of identifica- tion showing your address and the household City Councilman Randy Carter is: hazardous waste on:  • Saturday, September 16 at the Oakland Com- A fighter munity College Highland Lakes Campus, 7350  Reliable Cooley Lake Road, Waterford (enter from Hos- pital Road)  Dependable • Saturday, October 28 at the Wildwood Amphi-  Caring theater, 2700 Joslyn Court, Orion Township.  Honest Both events are open from 8:00 a.m. until 2:00 p.m. Residents remain in their vehicles  Committed to his and the NoHaz workers will unload all of the residents items. “Oakland County residents have embraced the NoHaz program and properly disposed of more than 5.4 million pounds of household hazardous waste since the program began The Carter Plan in 2003,” Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson said. “I encourage them to take ad-  Randy will continue to keep District 4 safe! vantage of one of the remaining collection  Randy will continue to remove blight and graffiti! events of the year and thank them for their participation.”  Randy will continue to fight to keep our taxes low! The NoHaz Consortium includes 16 commu-  Randy will reduce apathy by keeping us informed! nities, providing their residents with a con-  Randy will continue to protect the rights of his residents! venient, environmentally-responsible way to dispose of household hazardous waste. The safe disposal of materials from collection 248.467.6845RE | [email protected] RANDY CARTER| www.RandolphRCarter.com events is coordinated by the program admin- PONTIAC CITY COUNCILMANPaid for by CTE Randy FOR CarterOUR DISTRICT#94938 – DISTRICT 4 86 W. Yale Avenue Pontiac, Michigan 48340 istrator, Oakland County’s Planning Division 248.467.6845 | [email protected] | www.RandolphRCarter.com

of the Department of Economic Development Donated by CTE Randy Carter #94938 & Community Affairs. 86 W. Yale Avenue Pontiac, Michigan 48340 Visit www.nohaz.com or call (248) 858-5656 for more information, including a compre- hensive list of items that are accepted and all participating communities in consortium DENTAL ARTS COMPANY and fee structures. This program is strictly for Affordable Family Dental Care residents. Business, institution or contractor waste will not be accepted. Dentistry by Jeff Martin, D.D.S.A. 91 N. Saginaw Pontiac, Michigan 48342 (248) 332-4240 A beautiful smile takes more than just brushing!

4 THE PONTIAC NEWS • VOLUME 7 - ISSUE 4 WHAT’S HAPPENING IN OAKLAND COUNTY 34,500+ Public Votes Whittle Down 232 Artists as MI Oakland County Helping Hurricane Victims Great Artist Competition Reduced To Top 22 Candidates uty County Executive Phil Bertolini whose Fourteen Oakland sign Collection and a former pro- brother, John, recently retired from the County residents, fessor at the College of Creative Houston Police Department after more five from Macomb Studies; artist and sculptor Don than 30 years of service. County and three Tocco; and Kristie Everett Zamo- “John tells me the devastation caused by from Wayne Coun- ra, arts and culture coordinator the massive flooding is so widespread that ty are the 22 artists for Oakland County’s Depart- they will be in rescue mode for a while,” who have a chance ment of Economic Development Deputy County Executive Bertolini said. L. Brooks Patterson at becoming the & Community Affairs. Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Pat- “Fortunately, John and his family were 2017 MI Great The semi-finalists listed alphabet- terson has declared a Special Casual among the few whose homes were spared Artist winner. ically are: Week for Oakland County employees to from the effects of torrential rains.” More than 34,500 public votes • Meredith Lea Bailey - Rochester Hills support the victims of Hurricane Harvey. The collection of needed supplies for the were cast in 12 days during the • Michael Bollerud – Taylor From Thursday, Aug. 31 through Friday, victims of the hurricane is still in the online art competition. The field • Nancy Jane Byrum – Wyandotte Sept. 8, county employees in participat- planning stages, but Bertolini will release of 232 entrants was reduced to 22 ing departments and divisions may wear more details before the end of the week. semi-finalists for consideration by • Hailey Callahan - Rochester jeans or casual clothing to work each About Oakland County Casual Day a panel of judges. Originally the • Rick Cook - Chesterfield day they donate at least $1 toward those top 20 artists were to be select- • Caroline Del Giudice - Detroit devastated by the floods. On Casual Day, employees in participating ed but the closeness of the vot- • Lacy Draper – Roseville departments and divisions may donate $1 “We’re asking employees to dig deep and to wear jeans or dress casually. Since its ing and the quality of the entries • Kim F. Fujiwara - Rochester Hills donate more than the minimum amount inception 24 years ago, Oakland County made it necessary to include the • Andrew Groen - Rochester Hills so that we can show those affected by additional two artists. employees have donated over $850,000, • Margret Grace McDermott – Clarkston Hurricane Harvey that, though they are touching the lives of thousands of people. “I continue to be amazed by the • Allison Michelini - West Bloomfield more than 1,300 miles away, we consid- No taxpayer funds are used in the Casual work of these talented artists and er them our neighbors,” Patterson said. • Claudia Monet - Waterford Day program. how the public has embraced the • Kelly O’Hara - St. Clair Shores In addition, Oakland County will collect For media inquiries only, please contact competition,” Oakland Coun- donated items from employees and the • WendyC. Popko -Sterling Heights Bill Mullan, Oakland County media and ty Executive L. Brooks Patter- public for the impacted residents of Tex- • Rachel Quinlan – St. Clair Shores communications officer, at 248-858-1048. son said. “In less than two weeks, as. Coordinating this effort will be Dep- we had more than 34,500 votes • Arthur Mervyn Richards III - Madison – 15,000 more than we had last Heights The Joy of Wood Turning • Turning wood year. The contest gets bigger and • Kimberly Kelly Santini - Lake Orion into beautiful and functional pieces of better each year. I thank the art- • William Bradshaw Ten Eick - West art, with a strong emphasis on safe- ists for entering and congratulate Bloomfield ty and wood turning principles. • Starts those whose work will go before • Ellen Anne Tessada - Rochester Hills Fall 2017 Class Schedule September 16 for 4 weeks • Age 15 & the judges.” • Vasundhara Tolia - Bloomfield Hills up Saturday 9-11 am • $125 members / Creative Dance with Ms. Portia $135 non-members A panel of judges will review the • Thomas Tunney - Commerce An introduction to dance and creative work of the semi-finalists be- • Jennifer M. Whaley - Rochester Hills Freedom & Liberty Hispanic Heritage ginning Tuesday and announce movement • Starts September 16 for 8 Exhibition The MI Great Artist winner will the five finalists on September weeks • Age 3-4 Saturday 9-10 am • Age receive $1,500; five submitted art- Opening Reception Friday, September 8, 19. Their work will be displayed 5 & up Saturday 10-11 am • $50 mem- works framed by Park West Gal- 2017 • From 5:00 pm to 8:00 pm • Face- at Park West Gallery in October. bers / $60 non-members lery; a group exhibition in Oc- book Event Info Patterson and Park West Gallery Ceramics with Ms. Ilham tober at Park West Gallery in founder and CEO Albert Scagli- Call NOW to secure a place in one of our Southfield, with an award cer- The Art of Building with Clay • Explore one launched the contest in 2012 classes ... emony and reception Oct. 25; the ancient art of building with clay. Stu- as a quality of life initiative to and a selection of business ser- dents will learn the various techniques identify and support up-and-com- vices from the Oakland County of hand building; coil, slab, pinch-pot, Pontiac Creative Arts Center ing artists. They will announce One Stop Shop Business Center; and the potter’s wheel. Also, the art of 47 Williams St. Pontiac, MI 48341 the winner at an evening gallery among other prizes. finishing their creations with the process 248-333-7849 reception on October 25. The fi- of glazing. • Starts September 16 for 10 [email protected] nalists will share a prize package Four runners-up will each receive weeks • Age 6 & up 9:30 am-12:30 pm worth more than $16,000. $375 and other services. • $100 members / $110 non-members www.PontiacArts.org The judges are Scaglione; Elliott MI Great Artist partners include • Includes one bag of clay • (Additional W. Broom, vice president of mu- Oakland County, Park West Gal- 25lbs bags of clay: $25) seum operations at the Detroit lery, AdvantageOakland.com Basic Wood Turning with the Detroit Institute of Arts; Dominic Pang- and Oakland County Prosper® Area Wood Turners born, founder of Pangborn De- magazine. 5 THE PONTIAC NEWS • VOLUME 7 - ISSUE 4 Peters, Stabenow Announce Over $1,600,000 in Support of Southeast Michigan Fire Departments WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Sen- said Senator Peters. “This fund- said Senator Stabenow. “These re- department.” ators Gary Peters and Debbie ing is critical to ensuring that Ar- sources will help make sure there “Our department relies on SAF- Stabenow today announced that mada Township Fire Department is always someone there to answer ER grants to help recruit on-call two fire departments in Southeast and Redford Township Fire De- the call in an emergency.” firefighters that help protect and Michigan will receive $1,603,144 partment have the resources they “We feel very fortunate and ex- serve our community,” said Dan in funding from the U.S. De- need to hire and recruit the nec- cited to receive this SAFER grant Reynolds, Armada Township Fire partment of Home- from FEMA,” said Department Chief. “This fund- land Security’s Staff- Scott Demoff, Red- ing allows us to recruit students ing for Adequate ford Township Fire out of local high schools so they Fire and Emergen- Chief. “Our staff can train to become firefighters, cy Response (SAF- worked meticulous- launch great careers and boost ER) Program to help ly and diligently to the number of on-call firefighter recruit and hire new secure this award, and first responders. We appreci- firefighters. Redford which will allow us ate Senator Peters and Stabenow’s Township Fire De- to hire six new full- support of this vital program.” partment is receiving time firefighters and $1,446,584 to hire The SAFER Program is admin- place a third res- istered by the Department of six new full time fire- cue squad in service. fighters and Armada Homeland Security’s Federal With this addition- Emergency Management Agency Township Fire De- al support, we an- partment is getting (FEMA). The purpose of the pro- ticipate great things gram is to ensure that fire depart- $156,560 to recruit new on-call essary staff to respond to emer- for our department, including the firefighters. gencies.” ments nationwide are fully staffed ability to operate more efficiently and equipped to strengthen the “Firefighters and first respond- “Our firefighters in Southeast in providing care for the citizens nation’s overall level of prepared- ers put themselves in harm’s way Michigan put their lives on the of Redford. I would personally ness and ability to respond to fire to protect and serve communi- line every day to protect our fam- like to thank FEMA for giving us and related hazards. ties across Southeast Michigan,” ilies, homes, and communities,” this opportunity to improve our Free or Low-Cost Business Classes Offered at the Oakland County One Stop Shop Business Center small business, then the CEED Lending Small Busi- We have all heard it’s not what you know but loan? Attend the Team SBA Financing Roundtable September/October ness Orientation is for you. CEED Lending is an ini- whom you know. BARNACLES! It’s all about how to find out how banks evaluate your application. Waterford, Michigan – Business owners and aspir- tiative of the Great Lakes Women’s Business Council. you are known. This brief, impactful training will Learn how to improve your chances for a business ing entrepreneurs who are looking for assistance Cost: Free | Registration Required teach you how to become the preferred choice for loan and how SBA loan guarantee programs can are encouraged to attend high-value, low- or no- Women’s Business Enterprise Certification business referrals. help you get financing. This workshop is best suit- cost business workshops offered by the experts Orientation (WBE) • Sept. 21 | 9-11 a.m. You will learn… ed to those with good credit, a solid business idea, at the Oakland County One Stop Shop Business and funds of their own to invest in the business. If Attention Women Entrepreneurs: Consider be- • Why networking works Center. coming a Certified Women Owned Business. you want to improve your chances of obtaining a • How to be ready to network anywhere anytime business loan, then this workshop is for you. Unless otherwise noted, all programs are held at Learn the benefits of joining the Women’s Busi- the Oakland County Executive Office Building Con- ness Enterprise (WBE). WBE certification bene- • Which online sites are worth your time Note: Because the SBA does not provide loan guar- fits include accessing procurement opportunities antees to real estate investment firms, including ference Center, 2100 Pontiac Lake Road, west of • How to identify your ideal referral partners Telegraph, in Waterford. For pre-registration and with national companies looking to do business purchasing and rehabbing houses for resale, this a location map, visit www.AdvantageOakland. with women- and minority-owned companies. If • The components of a solid ask type of financing is not discussed at the roundtable. com/businessworkshopsor call 248-858-0783. you are ready to take your women-owned busi- Consider attending if you are frustrated with the Cost: Free | Registration Required ness to the next level, this workshop is for you. Starting a Business • Sept. 7 | results of your current networking; uncomfortable Walk-in Start Up Thursdays in Waterford and Cost: $25 per person | Registration Required 9-11:30 a.m. - Oct. 5 | 9-11:30 a.m. networking but know you need to do it more; or Novi have a new position and want to increase your This workshop is designed for those who want to Avoiding Costly Real Estate Mis- WalkIn-StartUp Small Business Counseling • pipeline. The better we are at networking, the bet- start a business. It will help aspiring entrepre- takes • Sept. 21 | 9-10:30 a.m. Sept. 7 | 9:30 a.m. – Noon | 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. ter our networking will be. Speaker: Terry Bean, neurs assess their abilities to lead and manage Did you know your lease for commercial space • Oct. 5 | 9:30 a.m. – Noon | 1:30 – 4:30 p.m. a company as well as evaluate market and sales could be time bomb waiting to explode? founder of Networked Inc. and Motor City Connect In Waterford: One Stop Shop Business Center, 2100 potential for their products and services. Top- Cost: $40 per person | Registration Required When looking for commercial space most people Pontiac Lake Road, Waterford ics like startup costs, financing options and busi- focus on the base rent, not realizing terms in the Market Research Basics • Oct. 10 | 9-11:30 a.m. ness planning are introduced, along with the nec- lease could cost them even more. Many people Ready to grow your business? Our Market Research In Novi: Novi Civic Center - Community Develop- essary steps to getting started. If you are ready don’t realize that office, industrial and retail leas- Basics workshop helps you discover ways to find ment Center Room, 45175 Ten Mile Road, Novi to start your business this workshop is for you. es typically have different ways of charging for ex- your ideal customers, identify competitors, per- Whether you opened a business or you’re thinking Cost: Free | Registration Required penses. Are you signing a pure gross lease or not? form competitive analysis, identify new site lo- about it, the Oakland County One Stop Shop Busi- cations, target direct mail campaigns, reveal un- CEED Lending Small Business Loan Orienta- Do you have a relocation clause in your lease? ness Center has resources to help you. We provide tapped markets and expand to new and appropriate tion • Sept. 13 | 9-11 a.m. - Oct. 11 | 9-11 a.m. Should you care? confidential small business counseling, one-on- Have a need for alternative financing for your busi- markets. If you are ready to grow your business, one advice from an experienced business consul- Lynn Drake, president and founder of Com- ness and it’s located in Oakland County? Consider the Market Research Basics workshop is for you. tant. No appointment necessary. Consultants an- pass Commercial, leads the discussion. learning more about the CEED Lending Small Busi- Cost: Free | Registration Required swer questions about startups, suggest next steps Cost: $25 per person | Registration Required ness Loan Program. Discover how to apply for and Team SBA Financing Round- and provide guidance on business planning tools. obtain a small business loan. If you are interested Five Steps to Networking Mastery • Oct. 4 | table • Oct. 31 | 9 a.m.-noon These no-cost sessions are limited to 15 minutes in alternative financing for your Oakland County 9-11:30 a.m. Need the inside scoop on how to obtain a business and first-come, first-served. 6 THE PONTIAC NEWS • VOLUME 7 - ISSUE 4 The 13th Annual Kids’ Clean Water Calender Contest is Underway Submissions Accepted from September 5 to October 6 (Waterford, Michigan)— Oakland focus on how we can all prevent es Commissioner. roll drawings County Water Resources Com- water pollution, how to conserve Artwork contest requirements are • All artwork becomes the prop- missioner Jim Nash announces water, and how we use and enjoy as follows: erty of the Water Resources the 13th Annual Kids Clean Wa- clean water. Commissioner’s Office and will ter Calendar Contest. Fourth and • Use plain, white, Only twelve win- letter-sized paper, in not be returned. fifth graders living in Oakland ners will be select- County will have the opportunity the landscape format For more contest information, ed. Each winner’s (11 inches wide by please contact Jacy Garrison at to submit their artwork from Sep- artwork will be fea- tember 5 to October 6. This year’s 8.5 inches tall) 248-858-5264 or by email at gar- tured in one of the [email protected]. Entry forms calendar theme: “We Can All Help months of the calen- • Bold colors and to Keep Oakland County’s Lakes, lines show up best are available online at www.oak- dar. Winners will be gov.com/water or at the Water Rivers, Streams and Watersheds notified in Novem- using crayons, mark- Clean!” encourages our youth to ers, ink, watercolors, poster Resources Commissioners Of- ber and invited to attend a spe- fice, located at One Public Works submit drawings that reflect their cial awards ceremony in Decem- paint, etc... ideas on playing a part in keeping Drive, Bldg 95 West, in Water- ber courtesy of the Cranbrook • Students must work on draw- ford, Michigan 48328. Entries can our waterways and the environ- Institute of Science in Bloom- ings individually ment clean. Drawing topics will be mailed to or submitted in per- field Hills and the Water Resourc- • Do not mount, frame, fold or son to the office. Breaking Ground on the Clinton River Resource Recovery Facility Builds on Local Wastewater Treatment Plant’s Legacy and Symbolizes New Beginnings for Historic System with reusable products being pro- LLC for construction of the proj- duced. ect in the amount of $32,370,771. The project will make it possi- In addition, the project quali- ble to utilize an innovative pro- fied and is receiving $2.5 mil- cess called Thermal Hydrolysis lion in principal forgiveness from Pretreatment (THP) to condition the state’s Green Project Reserve the solids prior to anaerobic di- (GPR), which is funded by the gestion. The THP process con- Clean Water State Revolving Fund sists of high temperatures and program. For more information about the GPR, go to www.michi- (Waterford, Michigan) – Oakland Building on the longstanding his- pressure to create a material that gan.gov/deq. County Water Resources Com- tory of the Pontiac plant, the will degrade faster and more com- missioner Jim Nash announces Clinton River Water Resource Re- pletely in the anaerobic digesters. The Clinton River Recovery Fa- a special groundbreaking for the covery Facility will modernize Anaerobic Digestion is a biologi- cility will serve the communities Clinton River Water Resource Re- the aging solids handling process. cal process in which microorgan- of Auburn Hills, Independence covery Facility, formally known From the wastewater treatment isms break down biodegradable Township, Lake Angelus, Lake as the Pontiac Wastewater Treat- process, the residual material pro- material in the absence of oxygen. Orion, Oakland Township, Orion ment Plant. On Tuesday, Septem- duced in a concentrated product Biogas (methane) and exceptional Township, Oxford Township, the ber 12, 2017, the event will begin form that has consistency similar quality biosolid (fertilizer) are end Village of Oxford, Pontiac, Roch- at 10:00 a.m. and the ceremony to wet mud is called sludge. The products of the digestion pro- ester, Rochester Hills, Waterford will be held at the water resource sludge undergoes further treat- cess and produce a final product Township, and West Bloomfield recovery facility, located at 155 ment to become biosolids. Bio- that has fewer odors. The gener- Township. North Opdyke in Pontiac, Mich- solids are nutrient-rich organ- ated biogas is used in the process igan. The special kick-off high- ic matter that when recycled can to heat and pressurize the sludge. The new facility will have the lights a major biosolid improve- be applied as a fertilizer to im- The improvements provide future unique distinction of being the ment project of the facility from prove and maintain productive opportunities for renewable ener- second plant in the United States its original 1960s design. soils. It can also stimulate plant gy to generate future revenue. For of America and the first in Mich- growth. In 2011, the outdated sol- communities that send sanitary “This project will bring lead- igan to use the emerging tech- ids handling process using incin- flow to be treated at this facility, ing-edge technologies to waste- nology of Thermal Hydrolysis eration was decommissioned due there will be long-term economic water treatment for Pontiac and Pretreatment with Anaerobic Di- to high operating costs, stringent benefits anticipated. contributing communities. Once gestion. With proper biosolids air emission rules, and projected completed, it will bring efficien- The Oakland County Water Re- management, useful materials are costly repairs. The construction cies to ratepayers for decades into sources office in working with de- recycled on land and harmful ma- of a new modern biosolids treat- the future,” said Commissioner sign engineer CDM Smith Inc. has terials are not released into lakes, ment facility will consists of en- Jim Nash. awarded Tools Contracting Group rivers and streams. ergy efficiency and sustainability 7 THE PONTIAC NEWS • VOLUME 7 - ISSUE 4 Pontiac City Council’s Pride & Beautification Contest Photos

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9 THE PONTIAC NEWS • VOLUME 7 - ISSUE 4 Pontiac City Council’s Pride & Beautification Contest 2017 Pitch N’ Pontiac Winners The Pride and Beautifi- the petition is received, cation Program after 27 Council members are then years was disbanded in provided the nominating 2004 when the Emergency petitions for the nominees Manager came to the city. located in their districts. This was a positive pro- Each Council member will 1st place $7,500 gram that the citizens of place a Pride & Beautifi- DaQuetta Baylor-Boothe Pontiac looked forward to cation sign in the yard of [email protected] • 248 456-1832 every year. With the ded- the nominee. Winners are WEEschool Preschool Learning Center ication and commitment comprised of entries from 196 W. Montcalm 48342 Children’s daycare and educational center, of the members of the each of the seven districts. servicing children from 6 weeks to 13 Pontiac City Council the This year’s program has years old. program was implemented ended. We look forward back in 2015. to your participation next 2nd place $5,000 Thomas Lawrence/A. Scott Turner The Pride and Beautifi- year. [email protected] cation Program was im- submitted. Nomination petitions The members of the Pon- 248 881-8210 plemented to promote a sense of are available at either the City tiac City Council thank the citi- TGL Enterprises Clerk’s office or City Council Of- pride and to motivate and recog- zens of Pontiac for taking pride 46 N. Johnson St. 48341 nize those citizens who contrib- fices in City Hall. The petition re- in their district and the City of Developed a series of early learning ute to the overall beautification quires, the name, address, district, Pontiac. educational books accompanied with an of individual City Council Dis- phone number and email address The Pontiac City Council finan- interactive environmental stage play with tricts and the entire City of Pon- if one is available, for the person cially supports the Pride and friendly animal characters. being nominated. You must also tiac. Beautification Program. It is our 3rd place $3,000 include a brief description as to The criteria established by the desire to improve and advance April Ogg why the nominee deserves to win Pride and Beautification Judging this program to be bigger and [email protected] the Pride & Beautification Award. Committee is to recognize proud better yearly. 248 802-9201 Photographs can also be submit- citizens for outstanding floral Saginaw Street Consignment ted along with the petition, but On Behalf of the Members of the and/or landscape displays, home Pontiac City Council 150 N. Saginaw 48342 renovations and property im- will not be returned. Nominat- Upscale furniture resale store including provements. To enter the contest, ing petitions are to be submitted Patrice Waterman, President lighting, home accessories, textiles and a nomination petition must be to the City Council Offices. Once Pontiac City Council other collectables for the general public. Peters Cosponsors Voting Rights Advancement Act Bill Restores Protections in Voting Rights Act Slashed in 2013 U.S. Supreme Court Decision suppression. included reductions in polling lo- ance requiring federal approval “The right to vote is the core of cations in areas that are racially, before implementing any elector- our democracy, and every Amer- ethnically, or linguistically diverse, al changes. In 2013, the Supreme ican has the right to make their reductions in language assistance Court struck down Section 4(b) voices heard at the ballot box,” and changes in documentation in Shelby County v. Holder, rul- said Senator Peters. “Unfortu- or requirements to vote or reg- ing the formula used was outdat- nately, we’ve seen efforts across ister. Section 4(b) of the Voting ed and required Congressional the country, including in Mich- Rights Act of 1965 established a updating. igan, to restrict voter access. We formula to identify state and local The Voting Rights Advancement must remain constantly vigilant governments that used these tac- Act, which would create a new tics and were subject to pre-clear- U.S. Senator Gary Peters (MI) against these attempts, and this pre-clearance formula for state legislation will put back and local govern- WASHINGTON, DC – U.S. Sen- into place critical protec- ments, has the sup- ator Gary Peters (MI) today an- tions to support the bed- port of a number nounced that he has cosponsored rock of our democratic in- organizations, in- the Voting Rights Advancement stitutions.” cluding the NAACP, Act, legislation to strengthen vot- the Leadership Con- er protections in the Voting Rights Prior to the Voting Rights ference on Civil and Act of 1965. The legislation is in Act of 1965, many states Human Rights (LC- response to a 2013 U.S. Supreme and local governments CHR), National Ac- Court ruling that weakened feder- used tactics aimed at dis- tion Network and al voting protections in jurisdic- crimination and suppress- the ACLU. tions that have a history of voter ing the vote. These tactics

10 THE PONTIAC NEWS • VOLUME 7 - ISSUE 4 WE DID IT, THEY HID IT:CELEBRATING THE ROLE PULLMAN PORTERS PLAYED IN THE CREATION OF THE LABOR DAY HOLIDAY oring dissatisfied railroad work- hotel maid and bellhop in what mously powerful company. ers. This strike did not include Pullman called a hotel on wheels,” In 1925, the porters formed a porters or conductors on trains, explains former porter and his- union called The Brotherhood of but for the black porters, racism torian Greg LeRoy. ” The Pull- Sleeping Car Porters. This marked fueled part of the workers’ dis- man Company just thought of the the beginning of a twelve-year satisfaction, and was never ad- porters as a piece of equipment, struggle for dignity, better work- dressed. just like another button on a pan- ing conditions, and fair pay. (Its In their home neighborhoods, to el – the same as a light switch or leaders were charismatic black be a Pullman Porter was consid- a fan switch.” Pullman demand- activist A. Philip Randolph and ered a prestigious position. The ed 400 hours a month or 11,000 former porter Milton Webster, job offered a steady miles – sometimes head of the Chicago union local.) income, an opportu- as much as 20 hours Their eventual triumph marked nity to travel across at a stretch — and the first time in American history Many working people across the America, and a life paid ridiculously low that a black union forced a pow- United States recently enjoyed largely free of heavy wages (in 1926, an erful corporation to the negotiat- a three-day weekend thanks to physical labor, rare average of $810 per ing table. It was a significant step Labor Day. But sadly, it has be- for blacks in that year — about $7,500 forward for black equality. come more of a retail holiday era. Historian Timuel in today’s economy). and a marker for the end of sum- “It didn’t pay a liv- The union members learned how Black recounts, “They to organize and negotiate. They mer than a celebration of workers were good looking, able wage, but they and organized labor. Even those made a living with discovered that even in a time of clean and immaculate great prejudice in America, blacks who do honor workers and unions in their dress, their style was quite the tips that they rarely explore the historical links got, because the salary was noth- could effect change if they stood manly, their language was very together and persevered. They between the Pullman Strike of carefully crafted, so that they had ing, ” says Lyn Hughes of the A. 1894 and the black Pullman por- Philip Randolph Pullman Porter would later apply these techniques a sense of intelligence about them to the civil rights movement. ters who could not strike—be- … they were good role models for Museum. The company expected cause they weren’t allowed in a young men.” its employees to pay for their own Source: whites-only union. meals, supply their own uniforms https://www.evensi.us/labor-day-at-the-pullman-nation- But the porters were also mis- and shoe polish, and allowed them al-monument-and-state/185026910 In 1867, Chicago industrialist treated, underpaid, overworked http://interactive.wttw.com/a/chicago-stories-pull- George Pullman revolutionized only short naps on couches in the man-porters and subjected to countless indig- smoking car. Disgruntled porters rail travel with his famous Pull- nities on the job. “A Pullman Por- http://www.dailykos.com/story/2015/9/6/1417213/- man Cars. began to question their situation Labor-Day-the-labor-movement-and -black-Americans ter was really kind of a glorified and decided to take on the enor- When a Pullman Car was leased to a railroad, it NoHaz Member Communities came “equipped” with The NoHaz Consortium exists to provide residents opportunities for the highly-trained porters to Bring Your Household safe and responsible disposal of household hazardous waste. serve the travelers. The Hazardous Waste A fee or voucher is required by some communities, as indicated below. cars were staffed with To A NoHaz Collection Pay fees at event by cash or check, made payable to Oakland County NoHaz. recently freed slaves, Event Near You! Participating Communities whom Pullman judged to Addison Township $10 Oxford Township Free Groveland Township $10 Oxford Village Free be skilled in service and Independence Township $10 Pontiac Free willing to work for low Lake Angelus Free. Voucher Rochester Free Lake Orion Village Free Rochester Hills $10 wages. Soon, The Pull- Leonard Village $10 Rose Township $10 man Rail Car Company Oakland Township $10 Springfield Township $10 was the largest employer 2017 COLLECTION EVENTS Orion Township Free Waterford Township $15* 8 AM - 2 PM – ALL DATES, ALL LOCATIONS of blacks in the country, Non-Participating Communities with the greatest con- Brandon Township $50 Holly Village $50 SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 16 SATURDAY, OCTOBER 28 Clarkston Village $50 Ortonville Village $50 centration of Pullman Oakland Community College, Wildwood Amphitheater Commerce Township $50 White Lake Township $50 Porters living on Chica- Highland Lakes Campus 2700 Joslyn Court, Orion Township Highland Township $50 Wolverine Lake Village $50 Holly Township $50 All Other Communities $50 go’s South Side. 7350 Cooley Lake Road, Waterford (All traffic MUST enter from (Enter from Hospital Road) northbound Joslyn Road) Labor Day was nation- *Voucher required, limited quantities available. Residents encouraged to purchase voucher in advance from township OR call (248) 674-6240 ally established after the to check availability. Pullman Strike of 1894 when President Grover Prefill & Print Online Registration Form at NoHaz.com Cleveland sought to win Questions? Contact: (248) 858-5656 political points by hon- 11 THE PONTIAC NEWS • VOLUME 7 - ISSUE 4 The Pontiac Community Calendar, all known activities in our great city of Pontiac (248) 333-7849 or visit www.pontiacarts.org Pontiac School Board Meeting (Monday, September 11th goldnerwalsh.com and Monday, September 25th, 6:00 p.m.). Held in the Board WeCare Neighborhood Association Monthly Meeting (Fri- The Jay Shop Health and Wellness Fair (Friday, September Room at the Odell Nails Administration Building, 47200 Wood- day, September 8th, 5:30 p.m.) Held at Shiloh Baptist Church, 15th, 7:30 a.m. to 4:00 p.m.) Held at 242 Cesar E. Chavez Ave- ward Avenue, Pontiac 48342. For more information, visit www. 474 University Drive, Pontiac 48342. For more information, call nue, Pontiac, 48342. Door prizes and popcorn will be distrib- pontiac.k12.mi.us William Carrington at (313) 318-7745.​ uted after 11:00 a.m. For more information, contact Rebekah Pontiac District Five Advisory Board Meeting (Friday, Sep- Bible Study with Dr. Earlean Davis (Mondays, including Willis at (248) 335-9598 or [email protected] September 11th, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m.) Held at Antioch Missionary tember 8th, 6:00 p.m.) Held at Nikkos Koney Kitchen, 1101 E. Oakland County Sheriff Police Athletic League (PAL) Baptist Church, 318 Auburn Avenue, Pontiac 48342. Walton Boulevard, Pontiac 48340. For more information, con- Second Annual Golf Outing (Friday, September 15th) Held tact Margaret Kilburn at [email protected] Michigan Fallen Heroes Memorial September 11th Cer- at Pine Knob Golf Club in Clarkston. Funds raised benefit the Bat Walk at Oakland County Pioneer and Historical So- emony (Monday, September 11th, 7:00 to 8:30 p.m.) Held at Sheriff PAL Program offerings in the Pontiac community. For ciety (Friday, September 8th, 7:30 p.m.) Held at the Oakland the Michigan Fallen Heroes Memorial, 1200 N. Telegraph Road, more information, including sponsorship opportunities, call County Pioneer and Historical Society at Pine Grove, 405 Cesar Building 38E, Pontiac 48341. Huel Perkins of Fox 2 News is Mandy Andrews at (248) 858-0775 or e-mail andrewsa@oak- E. Chavez Avenue, Pontiac 48342. Admission is free. Amanda Master of Ceremonies. Names of the police officers and fire- gov.com ​Rendering of Pontiac High School built in 1871, also known as Bevan, Education Specialist and Urban Bat Project Leader at fighters who gave their lives in the line of duty will be added Grove High School due to the location at Huron and State (which Oakland County Farmers Market Drive-In Movie Night the Organization for Bat Conservation in Pontiac, will be shar- to the Memorial Wall and unveiled at this ceremony, which is was known as Asylum Street at that time) streets referred to as (Friday, September 15th, Doors open at 5:00 p.m.) Held at Oak- ing insights into the urban bat populations and using echo- open to the public. Oak Grove, which served as the public high school until its suc- land County Farmers Market, 2350 Pontiac Lake Road, Water- location devices to “hear” the bats communicating with each cessor was built in 1913. Best wishes to all students and staff as Pontiac Schools Parent University Sessions Begin (Tues- ford 48328. Food trucks, inflatables, farmer’s market vendors. other and finding their way around. Pontiac Schools’ first day back was​ this Tuesday, September 5th! day, September 12th) For more information, visit www.pon- At dusk, head back to your cars, tune into the specified radio The Crofoot Ten Year Anniversary Party: Girl Talk, with tiac.k12.mi.us channel, and hear the movie playing through your car’s speak- Oakland County Hosts Drive for Hurricane Relief Sup- Biyo and Syblyng, Performs at The Crofoot (Friday, Sep- ers. The movie can also be viewed outdoors, if you bring lawn plies (September 5th through 8th, 8:00 a.m. to 8:00 p.m.) Baldwin Center After-School Program Begins (Tuesday, tember 8th, Doors Open at 8:00 p.m.) 1 S. Saginaw Street, chairs or blankets. Oakland County will be collecting donations of dry supplies September 12th) Space available for grades K through 8. Reg- Downtown Pontiac 48342. For more information, visit www. for the victims of Hurricane Harvey in the parking lot behind istration fee is $15 for first child, $5 for each additional child. Urban Tales II: Storytellers Tell Tales! Who’s Telling The thecrofoot.com/events the North Office Building (Building 26 East) at the Oakland Orientation for parents is September 11th, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.​ Truth (Friday, September 15th, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.) Held at Al- County Complex, 1200 N. Telegraph Road, Pontiac 48341. For All Saints Free Community Breakfast (Every Saturday from For more information, call (248) 332-6101 or e-mail baldwin@ ley Cat Café, 31 N. Saginaw Street, Downtown Pontiac 48342 a complete list of supplies to donate, visit www.OakGov.com/ 8:00 to 10:00 a.m., including this Saturday, September 9th). baldwincenter.org (enter through Lawrence Street). Tickets $15. For tickets and event information, visit www.sonnyspeaks.com OaklandCares All Saints Episcopal Church, 171 W. Pike Street, Pontiac. All Clinton River Water Resource Recovery Facility Ground- Saints Produce Market (Every Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 $6 Large Pizza Special at Lafayette Market (September breaking (Tuesday, September 12th, 10:00 a.m.) Held at 155 Fall Classes Begin at the Pontiac Creative Arts Center p.m.). All Saints Episcopal Church, 171 W. Pike Street, Pontiac. 5th through 15th). Lafayette Market is located at 154 N. Sag- N. Opdyke Road, Pontiac 48342. Oakland County Water Re- (Saturday, September 16th) Held at the Pontiac Creative Arts Enter from Exchange Street. All Saints Resale Shop (Open every inaw Street, Downtown Pontiac 48342. Store hours are 7:00 sources Commissioner Jim Nash announced the major biosolid Center, located at 47 Williams Street, Pontiac 48341. “Creative Friday and Saturday from 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.) a.m. to 7:00 p.m. Monday through Friday, 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 improvement project of the wastewater treatment plant. For Dance with Ms. Portia,” an introduction to dance and creative p.m. Saturday. Free parking along Lafayette Street. For more ​ All Saints Book Nook (Saturdays, 10:00 a.m. to 12:00 p.m.)​ more information, contact Julia Ruffin at (248) 858-1404 or movement, runs for eight weeks -- Saturdays, 9:00 to 10:00 information, visit www.TheLafayetteMarket.com [email protected] a.m. for ages 3 to 4 and 10:00 to 11:00 a.m. for ages 5 and Bat Zone Now Open in Downtown Pontiac (Saturdays, up; $50 for members, $60 for non-members. “Ceramics with Golden Opportunity Club Meeting (Tuesdays, including Deadline for Pontiac Musicians to Apply as Opening Acts 10:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. and Sundays, 12:00 to 4:00 p.m.) Lo- Ms. Ilham,” the art of building with clay, runs for ten weeks -- September 12th, 10:00 a.m.) Held at the Bowens Senior Center, for The Spinners (Wednesday, September 6th, 12:00 p.m.) cated 75 W. Huron Street, Downtown Pontiac 48342. “The Bat $100 for members, $110 for non-members, includes one bag of 52 Bagley Street, Pontiac 48341. Meeting Speaker this week: This will be for the Pontiac Music Festival happening on Sep- Zone is Michigan’s premier Nocturnal Animal Sanctuary” and clay. “Basic Wood Turning with the Detroit Area Wood Turners,” Catholic Social Services. For more information, contact Neleita tember 23rd. For more information, contact Jill Riddle at (248) the headquarters of the Organization for Bat Conservation. turning wood into beautiful and functional pieces of art, with Patterson at [email protected] 541-7550 or e-mail [email protected] or visit www.ponti- “Home to more than 200 animals, all of whom have either been a strong emphasis on safety and wood turning principles, runs ac.mi.us/mayor/index/php rehabilitated or captive born. None of the animals that we care Pontiac Lions Club Picnic for the Blind (Tuesday, Septem- for four weeks -- Saturday, 9:00 to 11:00 a.m. For ages 15 and for can be released into the wild, and are often in need of spe- Pontiac Planning Commission Meeting (Wednesday, Sep- ber 12th, 12:00 p.m.) Held at Elks Lodge, Scott Lake Road, Wa- up; $125 for members, $135 for non-members. The For more cialized care.” $7.00 admission. School and group visits can be tember 6th, 6:00 p.m.) Held in the Council Chambers, Sec- terford. For more information, call Laurie Bishop at (410) 507- information, call (248) 333-7849 or visit www.pontiacarts.org scheduled by calling (248) 645-3210. For more information, ond Floor, Pontiac City Hall, 47450 Woodward Avenue, Pon- 8743. visit www.batconservation.org​ Pontiac Youth Assistance SUPER Mom2Mom Expo (Satur- tiac 48342. For more information, call (248) 758-2800 or visit Sprout Fresh Food Store Pop-Up Market at Unity Park day, September 16th, 9:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.) Held at 1275 N. www.pontiac.mi.us Pontiac Panthers versus Macomb Mustangs Football (Tuesdays, including September 12th, 1:30 to 3:30 p.m.) Held Perry Street, Pontiac 48340. Rent your spot today. Mom2Mom Game (Saturday, September 9th, 3:00 p.m.) Held at Wisner Board Game Night at Exferimentation (Every Wednes- at Unity Park offices, 333 Auburn Avenue, Pontiac 48342.​ spots are only $15, crafters and vendors are most depending Memorial Stadium, 441 Cesar E. Chavez Avenue, Pontiac 48342. day night, including September 6th) Held at Exferimentation on what you’re selling. For more information, as well as to sign Honoring the 2016 Freshmen Super Bowl Champions. For more Pontiac Democratic Club Meeting (Tuesday, September Brewing Company, 7 N. Saginaw Street, Downtown Pontiac up, call (517) 295-4766 or e-mail [email protected] information, visit www.pontiacpanthers.com 12th, 5:00 p.m.) Held at Nick’s Corner, 225 Auburn Avenue, 48342. Pontiac 48342.​ St. Damien of Molokai Parish Confirmation Program Oakland County Pioneer and Historical Society Mini Lec- Pontiac Rotary Club Meeting (Thursday, September 7th, Starts (Monday, September 18th, 6:00 to 7:30 p.m. Held at ture Series (Sunday, September 10th, 2:00 to 4:00 p.m.) Lec- GM Modern Housing Neighborhood Association Meeting 12:00 p.m.) Held at the Alley Cat Café, 31 N. Saginaw Street, 120 Lewis Street, Pontiac 48342. Comienza Programa de Con- ture topic is “Nose to the Grindstone: Mills of Oakland County.” (Tuesday, September 12th, 5:30 p.m.) Held at Center for Suc- Downtown Pontiac. Enter through Lawrence Street entrance. firmacion. Presented by Dave Decker. Held at the Oakland County Pioneer cess, 245 E. Rundell, Pontiac 48342 (where Glenwood, Oliver For more information, e-mail Kathleen Jenkins at kathy@jm- and Historical Society at Pine Grove, 405 Cesar E. Chavez Ave- and Rundell streets meet). For more information, contact Co- Mad Scientist Club at Exferimentation (Monday, Septem- vccpa.com nue, Pontiac 48342. Admission is $7 and includes light refresh- Chair Dayne Thomas at [email protected] ber 19th, 7:00 p.m.) Held at Exferimentation Brewing Compa- Norman Ford Viewing (Thursday, September 7th, 12:00 to ments. For more information, e-mail [email protected] Pontiac Historic District Commission Meeting (Tuesday, ny, 7 N. Saginaw Street, Downtown Pontiac 48342. “An exclu- 8:00 p.m.) Held at Cobb’s Funeral Home, 151 Orchard Lake sive club where members taste our current prototypes, rate Detox/Retox: Yoga & Craft Beer (Sunday, September 10th, September 12th, 6:00 p.m.) Held in the Lion’s Den, first floor, Road, Pontiac 48341. His funeral, also at Cobb’s, is Friday, them, and vote on whether they go to production.” 2:30 p.m.) Held at Exferimentation Brewing Company, 7 N. Pontiac City Hall, 47450 Woodward Avenue, Pontiac 48342. For September 8th. Family Hour at 10:30 a.m., Funeral Service at Saginaw Street, Downtown Pontiac 48342. “Join certified yoga more information, call ((248) 758-2800 or visit www.pontiac. North Oakland Branch NAACP Community Engagement 11:00 a.m. He is survived by his wife, the Honorable Gloria instructor Jodi Stamper for 60 minutes of detoxifying vinyasa mi.us Day (Tuesday, September 19th, 6:00 p.m.) Details on location Harris-Ford. yoga followed by an immediate retox taste explosion from one The Art Experience “Art Party: Owl Containers” and program will be forthcoming. For more information, con- Pontiac High School Boys Soccer Game Versus Farming- of Exferimentation Brewing Company’s delicious brews. This Tuesday, September 12th, 6:30 to 8:00 p.m. tact President Stephanie Spears Boothe at (248) 338-6760 or ton (Thursday, September 7th, 6:30 p.m.) For more informa- will be an all-levels class with something for everyone!” 175 S. Saginaw Street, Suite 109, Downtown Pontiac 48342. [email protected] tion, call (248) 451-7310.​ Tenth Annual Gospel Celebration (Sunday, September 10th, Class costs $5. For information, call (248) 706-3304 or visit: Oakland University “History Comes Alive” Reception and Open Mic Night at Exferimentation (Every Thursday night, 5:00 p.m.) Held at Marriott at CenterPoint, 3600 Centerpoint http://theartexperience.org/register-for-classes/ Lecture (Tuesday, September 19th, Reception 5:00 to 6:30 including September 7th, 7:00 p.m.) Held at Exferimentation Parkway, Pontiac 48341. Benefit Concert, Fashion Show, Din- Half Day for Pontiac Schools Students (Wednesday, Sep- p.m., Lecture 7:00 p.m.) On Oakland University’s campus: Re- Brewing Company, 7 N. Saginaw Street, Downtown Pontiac ner. Featuring Pastor LaDon Ford and Pastor Dan Gardner as tember 13th and Wednesday, September 27th) For more infor- ception at the OU Art Gallery, Lecture in Gold Rooms B and C 48342. musical guests and Elder Duane Davis as guest MC. $75 per mation, visit www.pontiac.k12.mi.us in the Oakland Center. Tickets are $15 per person and include person, but group rates are also available. For more informa- priority seating at the lecture. History Professor DeWitt Dykes Tai Chi in the Park (Friday mornings, including September Free Curbside Bulk Waste Pickup (September 14th and tion, call (248) 390-0922 or e-mail [email protected] takes listeners back in time through the Underground Railroad 8th, 9:15 a.m.) Held at Rotary Park, at Wessen and Walnut 15th) If your trash is collected on Thursdays or Fridays, this and analyzes records kept by runaway slaves. For more infor- streets, Pontiac 48341 (The park across from the Wessen Lawn Pontiac Day Party (Sunday, September 10th, 5:30 to 9:30 is your week for curbside bulk waste pickup. This free pickup mation, visit www.oualumni.com/ShowcaseSeries Tennis Club, at the former Hayes Jones Community Center). p.m.) Held at the Vernors Room of The Crofoot, 1 S. Saginaw rotates every other week, based on your trash collection day This will continue as long as the weather holds up. For more Street, Downtown Pontiac 48342. 21 years of age and up. Fa- of the week.​ Items need to be placed curbside no later than Kensington Church: A Night of Worship at The Flagstar information, contact Ruth Ann Jordan at (248) 561-5622. mous Dirty Wings, $3 Harolds Italian Ice, $4 Long Islands until 6:00 a.m. on your scheduled day for collection. Limit of 1 cubic Strand (Wednesday, September 20th, 7:00 to 9:00 p.m.) A faith-based concert. Held at the Flagstar Strand Theatre for Lafayette Market Complimentary Wine Tasting (Every Friday, 8:00 p.m. Ladies free before 6:30 p.m. Sounds by DJ Black Fonzi yard or 2 large items for collection. For more information, visit and DJ Joe. Hosted by Keef Buc & Tiff. www.pontiac.mi.us the Performing Arts, 12 N. Saginaw Street, Downtown Ponti- including September 8th, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.) 154 N. Sag- ac 48342. inaw Street, Downtown Pontiac 48342. “Sample some of our The Metal Alliance Tour, including Over Kill and Crowbar, Containers & Cocktails at Goldner Walsh (Thursday, Sep- delicious and savory wines. Try your favorites or find a new Performs at The Crofoot (Sunday, September 10th) 1 S. Sag- tember 14th, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.) Goldner Walsh Garden & Home, Metromode Media Open Newsroom at Alley Cat Café one. See store or website for details and restrictions.” www. inaw Street, Downtown Pontiac 48342. For more information, 559 Orchard Lake Road, Pontiac 48341. This signature event (Thursday morning, September 21st) Held at Alley Cat Café, thelafayettemarket.com visit www.thecrofoot.com/events has been running for nine years; come learn how to create and 31 N. Saginaw Street, Downtown Pontiac 48342. Enter through Lawrence Street. Come out and tell your Pontiac story to Hispanic Heritage Month “Freedom & Liberty” Exhib- Pontiac Arts Commission Meeting (Monday, September maintain gorgeous fall containers at this evening hands-on workshop and demonstration. Class fee of $28 includes soil. Metromode, a regional media company that has been spot- it Opening Reception (Friday, September 8th, 5:00 to 8:00 11th, 5:30 p.m.) Held in the Shrine Room, first floor, Pontiac lighting Pontiac in recent months. p.m. Held at the Pontiac Creative Arts Center, located at 47 City Hall, 47450 Woodward Avenue, Pontiac 48342. For more Refreshments will be served; participants also receive 10% off all plants and containers. For more information, visit www. Williams Street, Pontiac 48341. For more information, call information, call (248) 410-0702 or visit www.pontiac.mi.us .....continued on page 13 12 THE PONTIAC NEWS • VOLUME 7 - ISSUE 4 Jack and Jill Story Time Session at the Library (Thursday, Retirement.” Space is limited, register by September 26th. For Learn to Sew Classes Begin at Ruth Peterson Community Center payable to Pontiac Alumni Foundation. For more information, September 21st, 6:30 p.m.) Held at the Pontiac Public Library, more information or to register, contact Marcella Evans of AXA (October 5th) visit www.psdiec.org, call Brenda Carter at (248) 521-9632, or 60 E. Pike Street, Downtown Pontiac 48342. For pre-school Advisors, LLC at (248) 425-4588 or marcella.evans@axa-advi- e-mail [email protected] ​Oakland University Grizz Night in Downtown Pontiac (October through 5th Grade students. This fun family event features sors.com 5th)​ ​HOPE Warming Center in need of food to prepare meals, story time, a craft, snacks -- and a free book for each partici- A Special Shag & Swing Event (Friday, September 29th, 7:00 volunteers to provide meals, and volunteers to serve meals. pating child. For more information, e-mail Rae Howard at no- North Oakland NAACP Fight for Freedom Fund Dinner (October to 10:00 p.m.) Held at 18 W. Huron Street, Downtown Pontiac For more information, contact Julia Drew at (248) 499-7345 or [email protected] 6th) 48342. “Jason and Annmarie Marker, West Coast Swing Cham- [email protected] Program Book Ads Deadline for NAACP Freedom Fund pions, are hosting an awesome day of dance fun. Come join us Tango Buenos Aires at the Flagstar Strand Theatre (October 8th) ​Walt Whitman Elementary needs school uniforms, school Dinner (Friday, September 22nd). The North Oakland Branch for this unique opportunity to learn a North Carolina Shag So- The New Pornographers Concert at The Crofoot (October 9th) supplies, toiletries and other items donated for their Pathways NAACP is holding their 97th Anniversary Freedom Fund Dinner cial Routine.” Hosted by The Magic Markers, www.themagic- to Potential office that assists students with wraparound ser- on October 6th. Program book advertisements are on sale now, markers.com Travis Tritt Performs at the Flagstar Strand Theatre (October vices. Particularly needed are boys’ belts. Please donate Belts starting at the Patron Listing for $20 and going up at various 10th) All About Animals “Low Cost Cat and Dog Shot Clinic” for Boys! To learn more, contact Michelle Peguese at (248) 794- levels. Dinner tickets are $85 each and RSVPs are expected by (Saturday, September 30th, 10:00 a.m. to 2:00 p.m.) Held at TWRP, with guest Planet Booty, Performs at The Pike Room (Oc- 3570. September 25th. For more information, call (248) 338-6760. Centerstage, 536 N. Perry Street, Pontiac 48342. $10 for vac- tober 10th) Ad files cane be sent to [email protected] ​Support Devin Cantley’s Cancer Recovery. Devin Cantley, cine package (rabies for pets twelve weeks or older, distem- All Saints Episcopal Church Fall Rummage Sale (October 11th- a first grader at Alcott Elementary in Pontiac, was recently di- Festival of South African Dance at The Flagstar Strand per/parvo for dogs eight weeks or older, FVRCP for cats eight 14th) agnosed with bone cancer. To learn more and contribute, visit: (Friday, September 22nd, 8:00 p.m.) Held at the Flagstar weeks or older). $10 Bordetella. $20 ID Microchips. $20 heart- www.gofundme.com/devin-rocks-lets-roll Strand Theatre for the Performing Arts, 12 N. Saginaw Street, worm tests for dogs. For more information, visit www.al- Tim Heidecker and Neil Hamburger Standup Comedy at Crofoot Downtown Pontiac 48342. Tickets available through Ticket- laboutanimalrescue.org Ballroom (October 12th) ​The Art Experience Raising Funds for “Community Art master. Lab.” Contributions funding art tools, supplies and art instruc- Pontiac High School “Battles of the Bands” Marching Oakland University Homecoming and Reunion Weekend (Octo- tors’ wages. To contribution and for more information, visit: Friends of the Pontiac Public Library Walk-a-thon (Satur- Band Competition (Saturday, September 30th, 1:00 to 3:00 ber 13th-14th) https://www.crowdrise.com/community-art-lab2/fundraiser/ day, September 23rd) p.m.) Held at Wisner Memorial Stadium, 441 Cesar E. Chavez Pontiac Creative Arts Center Fundraiser at Panda Express (Oc- the-art-experience Avenue, Pontiac 48342. Eight high school bands from Oakland M1 Concourse Car and Driver “Cars and Coffee” (Saturday, tober 14th) and Macomb counties will compete. Sponsorships, which help Now Hiring: Accent Pontiac Site Coordinator Position Avail- September 23rd, 8:00 to 11:00 a.m.) Held at M1 Concourse, 1 enhance the music department and other arts programs with- Pontiac Youth Assistance 2017 Bowl-A-Thon Fundraiser (Octo- able. Part-time position, 25 hours a week from September to Concourse Drive, Pontiac 48341 (off of South Boulevard West). in the school district, are available. For more information, con- ber 14th) June, with potential for summer employment. $16 per hour. To Free admission. Coffee provided by Biggby Coffee. Parking tact Pontiac Schools Music Director Vincent DeLuca at (248) learn more about Accent Pontiac, visit www.accentpontiac.org will be on the skidpad. Enter from South Boulevard entrance. “Gigs for Digs” Concert Benefiting Humble Design of Pontiac (Oc- 510-2501. For more information, or to submit a cover letter and resume, Co-hosted by Car and Drive, Biggby Coffee and Hagerty Insur- tober 14th) e-mail Tina Rowan at [email protected] ance. Tessellate Gallery in Pontiac Now in Business: Located at Incognito with Special Guest Spyro Gyra Perform at the Flagstar 523 Highland Avenue, Pontiac 48341. Artist in Residence Pro- ​Now Hiring: Pontiac Schools Positions Available. Dozens of Pontiac City-Wide Choir Union Annual Scholarship Lun- Strand (October 14th) gram hosting four artists from around the world. The gallery openings, from teachers to tutors to food service to security. cheon (Saturday, September 23rd, 11:30 a.m. to 1:30 p.m.) is also open for use by local artists throughout the fall and Good Samaritan Lutheran Church Ten Year Anniversary Celebra- For more information, visit: https://www.pontiac.k12.mi.us/ Held at St. George Cultural Center, 43816 Woodward Avenue, winter. For more information on the gallery, visit www.tessel- tion (October 15th) Page/349 Bloomfield Hills. Guest speaker is Roy V. Eaton, CPA, President lategallery.com of STE Financial Solutions. Since 1946 the PCWCU has provid- Golden Opportunity Club Souvenir Journal Ad Deadline (Octo- Now Available: Flagstar Bank Offering 0.8% on Business ed thousands of dollars in scholarship assistance; all of the Registration Now Open for Oakland County Land Sale: ber 17th) Savings of $50,000. Rate guaranteed for 12 months, no busi- fundraiser’s proceeds benefit area students. PCWCU member Pre-registration required to purchase property from the Oak- Main Street Pontiac Community Awards Ceremony (October 18th) ness checking account required, no maintenance charge for churches include New Hope, New Bethel, Newman A.M.E., St. land County Treasurer at the land sale auction happening Octo- first 12 months, APY is accurate as of 6/1/2017; funds may John, Liberty, St. Stephen, Bray Temple, and Greater Mount ber 3rd and 4th. For more information, visit www.oakgov.com/ Max Frost Performs at The Pike Room (October 18th) not be currently on deposit with Flagstar Bank. Fees could re- Calvary. For more information or to purchase tickets, call (248) treasurer or visit Oakland County Treasurer Andy Meisner’s of- Chris Isaak Concert at the Flagstar Strand Theatre (October 19th) duce earnings. Business accounts only; not available for public 334-6986, e-mail [email protected] or visit www. fice at the Oakland County Complex, 1200 N. Telegraph Road, funds. Limited-time offer. One account per business custom- Monarch Wings Hope Against Trafficking Welcome Home Gala pontiaccitywidechoirunion.com Pontiac 48341 er. Michigan businesses only. No minimum balance and non (October 19th) maintenance fees for first 12 months. For more information Pontiac Music Festival, including The Spinners (Saturday, Kids Clean Water Calendar Contest Underway: Oakland “Rider’s Up” Horse Racing Event to Benefit Oak Hill Cemetery call Pontiac Branch Manager Beth Masen at (248) 475-0696. September 23rd) For more information, contact Jill Riddle at County Water Resources Commissioner Jim Nash announced (October 20th) Oakland University Nonprofit Management Certificate Series. (248) 541-7550 or e-mail [email protected] or visit www. the 13th Annual Kids Clean Water Calendar Contest. Fourth and To learn more, call (248) 370-4117or visit Oakland.edu/mpa​ pontiac.mi.us/mayor/index/php fifth graders living in Oakland County will have the opportuni- Historical Society’s Haunted Mansion at Pine Grove (October Pontiac Youth Assistance Super Mom Sale Expo Tables for Rent. ty to submit their artwork from September 5th through Octo- 21st) Alpha Kappa Alpha Sorority Inc. - Theta Lambda Omega Happening September 16th at Pontiac Middle School. Call ber 6th. This year’s theme is “We Can All Help to Keep Oakland Chapter Debutante Scholarship Cotillion 2018 Informa- Artimus Pyle Band (Lynyrd Skynyrd Tribute Band) at the Flagstar (517) 295-4766 or e-mail [email protected] County’s Lakes, Rivers, Streams and Watersheds Clean!” Entry tional Session (Sunday, September 24th, 4:00 to 6:00 p.m.) Strand (October 21st) forms are available online at www.oakgov.com/water or at the All Saints Church Kitchen Available for Rent! The expand- Held at Welcome Missionary Baptist Church, 143 Oneida Street, Commissioner’s office. For more information, contact Jacy Gar- Wolf Parade Concert at The Crofoot (October 25th) ed kitchen at All Saints Episcopal Church at the southeast cor- Pontiac 48341. Parents and guardians are encouraged to at- rison at (248) 858-5264 or [email protected] ner of Williams and Pike streets in Pontiac is now available for tend. For information, e-mail [email protected] Pontiac Schools Partnership Coalition Trunk or Treat (October rent. It has been certified and inspected by the Health Depart- Community Volunteer Nominations Underway: For the 26th) North Oakland Branch NAACP Monthly Meeting (Monday, ment. For information, contact John Meyer at (248) 335-9194. sixth year in a row, Main Street Pontiac is facilitating Pontiac September 25th) Executive Board meeting at 6:00 p.m. Gen- A Jazzy Night with Dave Bennett at All Saints (October 27th) Community Awards to recognize volunteers. Nine award cate- ​OLHSA and Flagstar Bank have Programs for Homeown- eral Membership meeting at 7:00 p.m. Held at Monument of gories include Volunteer of the Year, Outstanding Achievement Golden Opportunity Club 53rd Annual Harvest Banquet (Octo- ers (AMP and NIP) that will help with roof and gutter repairs, Faith Baptist Church, 378 Auburn Avenue, Pontiac 48342. For in the Community, Youth and Senior Awards, Design, Service ber 27th) build wheelchair ramps, remodel bathrooms for disability ac- more information, contact President Stephanie Spears Boothe Group, Municipal Partner, and Community Partner. To nomi- cessibility, and help with some kitchen work. There are income at (248) 338-6760 or [email protected] Creepy Cheapy X at The Crofoot Ballroom (October 27th) nate an individual or organization for this year’s Community and other requirements. For more information, call (248) 209- Greater Pontiac Community Coalition Committee of Fif- Awards, or to learn more, visit: www.pontiacdba.com/commu- Oakland University Graduate Open House (October 30th) 2600. ty Meeting (Tuesday, September 26th, 8:30 a.m.) Held at nity-awards Microwave Performs at The Crofoot (October 31st) ​Kids Bowl for Free at Airway Lanes in Waterford and Welcome Missionary Baptist Church, 143 Oneida Road, Pontiac Tickets and Souvenir Journal Ads on Sale Now for Annual Classic Lanes in Rochester Hills. Now until October. To learn 48341. For information, call (248) 335-8740 Martial Artists Acrobats of the Tianjin at the Flagstar Strand Harvest Banquet: The Golden Opportunity Club 53rd Annual (November 1st) more, visit www.kidsbowlfree.com SAT Test Prep Throughout Long Term Herbal Use in Survival and Disaster Situations Harvest Banquet is on October 27th. Tickets are $42 per per- the Community (Ongoing) Multiple sites throughout Pontiac; (Tuesday, September 26th, 6:00 to 9:00 p.m.) Held at Crystal son and includes a masquerade mask. Ad rates range from $10 Pontiac General Election Day (November 7th) sites are open after school, evenings, weekends, during holi- Treasures, 92 W. Walton Boulevard, Pontiac 48340. Charles Gar- for patron, $25 for eighth page, up to $150 for full page, with Birdtalker Performs at The Crofoot (November 8th) day breaks and over the summer.” For more information, con- cia will be giving a talk on long term herbal use in survivor even more levels. Your support is tax-deductible. Call Presi- tact Diane Baldwin at (248) 370-3087 or baldwin2@oakland. and disaster situations. “Are you prepared to care for family, dent Carolyn Price at (313) 909-4364 to purchase tickets or for Pontiac Creative Arts Center Fundraiser at Panera Bread (Novem- edu friends, and others if FEMA can’t reach you for ninety days or ber 15th) information on purchasing an ad. Ad deadline is October 17th. Volunteers: Needed: HAVEN Seeking Volunteers Located in more? You may have the herbs you need in your kitchen cabi- HOPE Adult Shelter and HOPE Hospitality & Warming Yaktown Poets Revue (November 18th)​ Pontiac, HAVEN is Oakland County’s only comprehensive pro- nets and your front yard (weeds). Come learn emergency care Center Needs Help: There are currently no volunteers pro- gram for victims or domestic violence and sexual assault. To from a third generation Hispanic healer and former Red Cross Less Fortunate Dinner at Vogue Nightclub by Native Kings (No- viding food or serving dinner on September 4th through 10th, volunteer and for more information, visit https://www.hav- instructor.” $30 cost for class. vember 23rd) 15th, 19th, 20th, 22nd, 25th, 27th, 29th and 30th. That covers en-oakland.org/volunteer/request-info Friends of the Clinton River Trail Monthly Meeting (Tues- Mighty Gobbler 5K Run to Support Micah 6 Community (Novem- fifteen days, but they only have enough food in their freez- The Oakland Literacy Council is currently recruiting vol- day, September 26th, 7:00 p.m.) Held at the Auburn Hills Com- ber 23rd) er and pantry to provide five dinners. HOPE is located at 249 unteer tutors for its adult literacy program. Tutors are munity Center, 1827 N. Squirrel Road, Auburn Hills 48326. For Baldwin Avenue, Pontiac 48342. If you are able to provide din- Pontiac Holiday Tree Lighting Ceremony (December 1st) needed to work with learners one-on-one who read or listen more information, e-mail [email protected] ner, help stock the pantry, or volunteer to serve (or for more Pontiac Holiday Extravaganza Parade and WinterFUN Festival at less than the 9th grade level. Tutors are asked to commit 2 information) contact manager Julia at (248) 499-7345 or Pontiac Public Library Board Meeting (Wednesday, Sep- (December 2nd)​ hours per week to meet with their student at a local library or tember 27th, 5:30 p.m.) Held at the Pontiac Public Library, 60 [email protected] other community spot. For more information and to register Donations Needed: To make monetary donations to support E. Pike Street, Pontiac 48342. For more information, visit www. Save The Date: Boz Scaggs Performs at the Flagstar Strand go to http://www.oaklandliteracy.com/become-a-tutor/ those senior citizens displaced by the fire that destroyed the pontiac.lib.mi.us Theatre (October 1st) West Manor Apartments, checks or money orders may be made Micah 6 Community Seeking Volunteers to assist with gar- Exclusive Workshops to Empower Women at the Library Trinity Missionary Baptist Church Christian Education Week (Oc- payable and sent to Lighthouse in care of West Manor Apart- dens, kids church and Sprout Fresh Food Store. To volunteer (Thursday, September 28th, 5:00 p.m.) Session is on “Wom- tober 2nd-6th) ments, 46156 Woodward Avenue, Pontiac MI 48342. For more and for more information, e-mail micah6community@gmail. en’s Financial Beliefs.” All attendees will be offered a compli- com or visit www.micah6community.com Oakland County Land Sale Auction in Pontiac (October 3rd-4th) information, contact Amber Ruple at (248) 920-6000, ext. mentary Cash Flow Statement. Held at the Pontiac Public Li- 2243. brary, 60 E. Pike Street, Pontiac 48342. October 19th session Free Breast Cancer Awareness Month Program at St. Joseph Mer- is on “Financial Strategies 101: Making the Most of Your Mon- cy Hospital (October 5th) ​Funds are being raised for Pontiac Schools Student Am- ey.” November 16th session is on “Planning Your Great Escape: bassadors travel expenses to Kusatsu, Japan. Make checks 13 THE PONTIAC NEWS • VOLUME 7 - ISSUE 4 Freedom & Liberty Opening Caring for the Caregiver: Free Event September 28, 2017, Reception September 8 at the PCAC 6-7:30pm at Adult guests may sample Day Health Services homemade Hondu- (ADHS), 3300 S. Ad- ran food, enjoy live ams Rd, Auburn Hills. music, and meet the Light refreshments artists. will be served. The Pontiac Cre- ADHS, a program ative Art Center is of CCSEM, has been Auburn Hills, MI --- Caring for located at 47 Wil- helping caregivers and elderly loved ones, the physical- liams Street, at their loved ones for more than 30 ly frail and memory-impaired can Lawrence Street, in years. This program provides day- be a full-time job. And for many, Pontiac. Admission time respite for caregivers while it is. Caregivers need support and is free. Parking in- providing the participants with information. Learn the resources cludes the lot off W. socialization and activities which available at a free gathering host- Pike Street, as well are tailored to individual capabil- ed by Catholic Charities of South- as street parking. ities. Incontinence care, wheel- east Michigan (CCSEM). Sale of the art will chair accessible transportation, benefit the Pontiac Libby Carpenter, of CNS Home- a variety of activities, hot lunch, Creative Art Center. care will be speaking to family and snacks are included in this caregivers. She will share tech- About the PCAC warm, homelike environment. niques for effective communi- Immediate openings are available The Pontiac Cre- cation with those affected by ative Art Center is a to new participants at centers in dementia. Carpenter will also ex- Auburn Hills and St. Clair Shores. Nonprofit 501(c)(3) plore factors that affect demen- organization serv- tia patients and discuss resources Space is limited, please RSVP be- ing the North Oak- available to help. fore September 6 to Trista John- land County com- son at [email protected] or This event will be held Thursday, munity area with 248-559-1147, ext. 3941. The Pontiac Creative Arts Center art education, art (PCAC) invites the public to an programs, and exhibitions. Since artist reception to celebrate His- 1965, the PCAC has been bring- ST. JOHN UMC MEN’S DAY panic Heritage Month on Friday, ing the arts to Pontiac with fund- September 8, from 5:00 – 8:00 ing in part by the Furlong Trust, September 24, 2017 p.m. Titled Freedom & Liberty, The National Endowment for the Speaker the PCAC in collaboration with Arts, and donations. Regular gal- Hayes W. Jones the Puerto Rican Cultural and Ed- lery hours are Wednesday through Hayes W. Jones received his City of New York and Director of Economic ucational Center present the exhi- Friday 10:00 a.m.–4:00 p.m. and bition, which runs September 8 primary and secondary edu- Development and Community affairs in Oak- Saturday 11:00 a.m.-1:00 p.m. Call cation through the land County, Ml. through October 14. 248-333-7849 or visit www.Ponti- Pontiac Public School sys- Mr. Jones managerial appointments were Original Prints and Paintings acArts.org for more information. tem. He received a Bachelor with American Airlines, Stroh’s Brewery and by Nora Chapa Mendoza (West of Science degree from East- Pro Air. His business ownership was J&J Air- Bloomfield), Paintings by Oscar ern Michigan University. On port Services Detroit Metropolitan airport Lopez (Rochester Hills), and Pho- April 29, 2001, Eastern Michigan University for 18 years. Community activism is very im- tography by David Perez (Shelby conferred upon Mr. Jones an honorary Doc- portant to Mr. Jones. He is a former board Township) are the art and the art- toral Degree in recognition of his contribu- member for the Pontiac School District, Pon- ists in this year’s show. tions to business, education, athletics and tiac Chamber of Commerce, Urban League, lifelong commitment to community service. Baldwin Center, to name a few. “We’re proud to continue the tra- dition of hosting Hispanic Heri- Mr. Jones career has been a great one and Mr. Jones holds the Olympic Gold Medal for tage Month at the Pontiac Creative one of many different avenues, from one of the 110 meter hurdles from the 1964 game Arts Center,” said Bill Dwyer, Ex- teaching, political appointments, manageri- in Tokyo, Japan, and the Bronze Medal in the al positions, business ownership and com- same event from the 1960 games held in ecutive Director of the PCAC, munity activist. Rome, Italy, Upon returning home from the “Since 1974, the area as celebrat- After graduating from East Michigan Univer- 1964 Olympic Games, Mr. Jones donated his ed the culture, traditions and art Gold Medal to the city of Pontiac in the hope of the Hispanic community and sity, Mr. Jones begins his career as a school teacher in Detroit. He left teaching when op- that it would inspire youth to achieve their we’re honored to be a part of the portunities came for political appointments, dreams. festivities.” such as, Youth Employment Project in De- Mr. Jones and his wife are now retired and During the opening reception, troit, First Recreation Commissioner for the reside in Peachtree City, Georgia.

14 THE PONTIAC NEWS • VOLUME 7 - ISSUE 4 2017 Holiday Extravaganza

Announces Presenting Sponsors

GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY CLUB Presents 53RD Annual Harvest Banquet

Friday, October 27, 2017 Reception at 6 PM

Tickets @ $42 Per Person (Mask Included)

St. George Cultural Center 43816 Woodward Ave, Bloomfield Hills, MI 48302

A Masquerade Ball with Dining and Dancing at St. George Cultural Center beginning with Reception at 6 PM. Proceeds to support annual academic scholarship awards program for area high school seniors Photo Cut Line: Photo provided by 2016 Holiday Extravaganza

Sponsored by Auburn Hills, Mich. – August 30, 2017 -- The Holiday Extravaganza Advisory Board is GOLDEN OPPORTUNITY CLUB proud to announce Genisys Credit Union and Oakland County Michigan Works! will co- 52 Bagley Street Pontiac, MI 48341 sponsor the 2017 event as Presenting Sponsors. [email protected] This year’s event will take place Saturday, December 2nd in downtown Pontiac, Mich- For Tickets, Sponsorship and Other Information igan. Holiday Extravaganza is a collaborative event between the communities of Au- Contact Carolyn Price 313-909-4364 burn Hills, Pontiac, Waterford, and White Lake. Each year, these communities work to bring together children of all ages to kick off the holiday season. This year will with the 36th Holiday Extravaganza. “Genisys truly loves coordinating Holiday Extravaganza each year,” said Linda Zabik, Manager of Corporate Social Responsibility at Genisys Credit Union. “Holiday Extrava- ganza is an amazing event that brings together thousands of families from all over the state to enjoy a cost-free holiday event.” Holiday Extravaganza is comprised of two parts: the WinterFUN Festival from 8 a.m. to 10:30 a.m., held at the Crofoot Ballroom and on Saginaw Street between Huron and Water Streets. The parade steps off at the Oakland Livingston Human Services Agency on Cesar Chavez at 11 a.m. and continues down Saginaw Street ending at the Phoe- nix Center. People of all ages will delight in the colorful display of professional floats, horse-drawn wagons and carriages, local marching bands, drill teams, your favorite costume characters, and many large professional balloons. After the parade concludes, children can visit Santa & Mrs. Claus at the Pontiac Public Library. The WinterFUN Festival provides endless free entertainment including a petting zoo, live Santa’s reindeer, face painters, balloon artists, photo opportunities with Michigan ice sculptures, Oakland Community College’s live ice carving competition, s’mores, hot chocolate sites, and much more. Before the parade steps off, children can enjoy inter- active activities at the WinterART Festival inside the Crofoot Ballroom from 8:00- 10:30 a.m. As part of Holiday Extravaganza, students in the four communities (Auburn Hills, Pon- tiac, Waterford and White Lake) submit essays to be selected for the Jr. Grand Mar- shall and Scholarship Program. One student will be chosen from each community. The winners will each receive a $1000 scholarship in addition to the position of Jr. Grand Marshal in the parade. Students, please see your school counselor for details on how to apply. For more information about Holiday Extravaganza activities, call the Holiday Extrav- aganza Santa hotline at (248) 322-9800 Ext. 2571 or visit www.holidayextravaganza. org. If you are interested in sponsoring, participating in, or volunteering at the 36th Holiday Extravaganza, please email [email protected] 15 THE PONTIAC NEWS • VOLUME 7 - ISSUE 4 Oakland County Sheriff Police Athletic League (PAL)

Fall Season Starts September 11th Basketball (ages 9-15) 444(6-8(6-8 grade) grade) • Flag Football Register your child in a PAL league(ages 4-14) today! Cheer/Dance/Tumblingwww.sheriffpal.com 248-858-0775

Coaches & Volunteers Wanted! For additional information email: [email protected]

The purpose of the Michigan Health and Wellness 4 x 4 Coalition Initiative is to implement Michigan’s priority strategies to improve health and reduce obesity by creating healthier communities, expanding prevention activities and empowering people to make healthy choices and adopt health as a core personal value. The expected outcomes include changes in weight status and improvements in healthy eating and physical activity.

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