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ing the military as far back as junior CONNECTION BY BRADKAORICH Bangladesh and Iraq. "Honor, cour- OBSERVER STAFF WRITER age, commitment... what can I say, high school. that's him." But with everything going on in On Marine Cpl. Jacob l\irbett's Sheila 1\irbett said she talked to the world — particularly the wars Fish fry Myspace page, the 21-year-old wrote, her son just a couple of days before in Iraq and Afghanistan — Canton "'Bout to head out for a while, if he was killed. Jacob's unit was wait- High School auto teacher Jim O'Connor debated the point with With Lent under way, many you want to get updates, talk to the ing to push into Marjah, but were "Rirbett, whom O'Connor called "a churches are gearing up for Friday wifey. Mood: anxious." delayed by a sand storm. TUrbett and great kid." fish fries. That update was posted around others in his unit found the delay frustrating, according to his mother. Tell us about yours and we'll 1:24 a.m. Thursday, Feb. 11. "I talked to him about my fear of publish it in an upcoming issue. TVo days later, "Rirbett, a 2007 "He said he was looking forward to him not coming home, but he had already made his mind up," said Send the time, dates, and place, Canton High School graduate who it... they were kind of put off that the O'Connor, who taught "Rirbett in along with cost, menu and other entered the U.S. Marines right out of sand storms weren't cooperating," both his automotive technology and information relevant to the event. high school, was dead, killed in the said Sheila TXirbett, who said Jacob called her regularly. "We got to say collision repair classes. "I respected E-mail to Sharon Dargay, sdar- war in Afghanistan. our 'I love yous.'" him for that, and he was good [email protected], or mail "Rirbett was apparently felled by enough to listen to my opinions, but to her at 615 W. Lafayette, Second a single gunshot over the weekend, Jacob TYirbett followed in a long he was very adamant about serving Level. Detroit, MI 48226. according to his mother, Bedford line of family members — one grand- Township resident Sheila Tbrbett. father, two uncles and a cousin were his country." "He was actually looking for- Marines, his sister, Jamie, started Tlirbett wasn't to be swayed and Jobs town hall ward to going over there," Sheila Navy boot camp Feb. 3 — to serve ultimately enlisted in the U.S. Marine Cpl. Jacob Turbett, a 2007 graduate their country. of Canton High School, joined many family state Rep. Dian Slavens, D- TUrbett said about his tour of dut)' in Canton, hosts a Job Resource and Afghanistan, which followed tours in TVirbett himself talked about join- Please see MARINE, A3 members In serving in the U.S. military. Retraining town hall meeting 11 a.m. Fridays Feb. 19, in Canton. The e>-ent features presentations by speakers from state and local com- munit)' service agencies on a variety Feds kill plan of topics, including No Worker Left Behind and other worker retraining programs, job search and job place- ment services offered by Michigan Works! and help with unemploy- ment benefit claims. Speakers include Slavens, improveinents Chanina McKander of the Unemployment Insurance Agency, Brad ^eck, assistant director BY DARRELL CLEM of the Michigan Works! Livonia OBSERVER STAFF WRITER Service Center, and Gregorv' Pitoniak, director of the Southeast Federal officials have reject- Michigan Community Alliance. ed a $20.3 million proposal to reshape the I-275/Ford Road The event takes place at the interchange and ease traf- Canton Public Library, 1200 S. fic congestion, but Canton Canton Center Road in Canton. Township officials vowed Wednesday to continue their Home expo fight for a remedy. Township Supervisor Phil Canton's ninth annual Home LaJoy confirmed Wednesday Improvement Expo takes place morning he received word Saturday, March 6, from 9 a.m. from Michigan Department of to 5 p.m. and Sunday, March 7, Transportation Director Kirk from 11 a.m. to 5 p.m. at Canton's Steudle that the project had Summit on the Park. been dealt a crushing blow. The expo features exhibitors Erlnne Williams got some good cuddling out of big brother Kevin Yopek after her December 2009 surgery. "It's extremely disappoint- offering show specials and dis- ing," LaJoy said, but he already counts, making the expo the per- had started pressing state offi- fect resource to help you start any cials for an alternate plan to home improvement project ease traffic congestion along a How-to wori^hops will be held Positive influence stretch of Ford Road that ranks all weekend on a variety of topics among the state's most acci- from landsc^ing to inkalling brick dent-prone. retaining walls, crown moldings and ceramic tile. Mini-woikshops, tar- Canton girl won't let muscular disease slow her down "We're not going to quit," geted to homeowners, homeowner LaJoy said. "It can't be just associations and businesses, will business as usual, because this area is just too busy, and there also be held on a wide range of top- BY BRADKAORICH What made the visit most poignant way, but they did. That's an amazing are too many accidents." ics. Workshop and mini-workshops OBSERVER STAFF WRITER — and, it turns out, completely char- connection to watch." topics and start times will be made acteristic — was Erinne's own medi- Canton officials had lob- available to all Expo attendees. During a recent visit to her ortho- cal history. As a patient suffering BEATING ODDS bied intensely for a grant proposal, submitted through To view a complete list of the pedic surgeon, Erinne Williams from spinal muscular atrophy (a form It's a connection Erinne's mom MDOT, that sought $20.3 mil- vendors, obtain the Expo layout, heard another young girl sobbing of muscular dystrophy), she's been in said her daughter makes with every- lion in federal TIGER — or and dowmload workshop and mini- uncontrollably in another room, and the hospital 18 times, had 12 surger- one. She was diagnosed with SMA, a Transportation Investment workshop schedules, visit wwv/. decided she might be able to help. ies to correct severe scoliosis and has disease her mom calls "Lou Gehrig's Generating Economic Recovery canton-mi.org/homeexpo.aspx. So Williams, a 12-year-old sev- four metal rods in her back. Confined disease for little kids," when she was to a wheelchair, Erinne has already 14 months old. She has been near — dollars to reshape the 1-275/ The Expo is free of charge and enth-grader at East Middle School confounded doctors' expectations: death — "She coded six times in one Ford Road interchange. hosted by Canton's Building and in Plymouth, went into the room they said she wouldn't live past the hospitalization," her mom said — to The proposal lost out amid Inspection Services Division, the to comfort the tearful patient, who age of 8. the point where one doctor suggested published reports of federal Canton Chamber of Commerce, faced a surgery that had her fright- ceasing life-support efforts. funding for other projects, and the Observer ^ Eccentric ened. By the time the visit was over, "Here's Erinne in her wheelchair, including $25 million for Newspapers. the girls — complete strangers just the other girl has very different Erinne's most recent surgery came Dec. 22. She came home the next a light rail system along For more information, call minutes before — had exchanged reasons for her problems," said Dr. Canton's Building and Inspection e-mail addresses and become good Michael Mendelow, Erinne's surgeon. Services Division at (734) 394-5200. friends. "I didn't think they'd connect that Please see ERINNE, A5 Please see FORD ROAD, A3 Your Keys to the Index Locals; Tax on services would drain revenue Right Mortgage APARTMENTS C2
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"Around Canton" is designed to hosts a fund-raiser. "Zap Belobraidich and Mickey Edell Both schools are tuition-free announce upcoming events taking Cancer," at the Zap Zone and performed by AAUW public charter schools oper- place in the community. Items will Canton 6-9 p.m. Thursday, members. Visitors and non- ated by National Heritage run on a space-available basis. Send March 4. members are always welcome. Academies, a Michigan-based details to [email protected] The event costs $20 for pre- For more information contact charter school management Diversity meeting sale tickets through March 1, Esther Nelson at enelsonlc@ company that currently oper- $25 at the door the day of the att.net or (734) 981-4938. ates 6l schools in six states. The Plymouth-Canton event. Participants will enjoy Seating availability is limited Citizens for Diversity and three hours of unlimited Laser Sweet rewards at both schools. Therefore, Inclusion will have a strategic Tag, Bumper Cars, and Glo Monday, Feb. 22 at 7 p.m. is if the number of students planning team meeting at Golf Food and drinks will be going to be a fun night to learn enrolled is greater than the 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25, at sold by the team. Zap Zone all the sweet rewards of being a number of seats available, a Plymouth Township offices. will donate a portion of the Creative Memories consultant. lottery drawing will be held The group has invited teach- ticket sales and all of the food Bring your favorite album at a later date to determine ers, administrators, elected and drink sales toward the project to work on; digital or which children will attend officials and anyone who Relay for Life Canton team. traditional space available to these schools. wants to advance inclusion The team was created in scrapbook, or just stay and For more information or to in the Plymouth and Canton memory of former Plymouth ask questions and enjoy the enroll your child at Achieve communities. High School freshman girls dessert bar and a no-pressure Academy or Canton Charter The group will have new- volleyball coach Kim Renzi, atmosphere where we will Academy, call (866) NHA- action plans for all working who lost a seven-month battle share the sweet rewards of a ENROLL. groups. Anyone who was in with cancer in April 2009. Creative Memories business. a previous working group is Contact Dora Cardenas, A Creative Memories busi- Winter market asked to attend the meeting team captain, at (734) 927- ness can provide you with On Sunday, Feb. 28 from to help achieve the goals and 4642 to purchase tickets or for the gift of owning your own 10 a.m. to 2 p.m., the Canton actions of the strategic plan. additional information. business and earning extra Farmers Market will hold its Working groups include AAUW meets income for your family. The first Winter Market at the representation in public life, event takes place at 39698 Cady-Boyer Barn, located history and community life, The Plymouth/Canton Scottsdale Drive in Canton. at Preservation Park at 500 education, public safety/law branch of the American Contact Chrissy Detary for N. Ridge Road. Additional enforcement. Association of University more information at clde- Winter Markets will be held For more information, send Women meets 6:30 p.m. [email protected] or (734) on March 28 and April 25. an e-mail to plycandi@gmail. 546-5246. Thursday, Feb.25, at the Popular food vendors com or call (800) 871-9012, Plymouth Community Arts participating in the Winter Ext. 10311 and then hit the Council, 774 N. Sheldon (just Open enroll Market, included: Kapnick pound key. north of North Territorial) in Achieve Academy and Orchards (Britton), Bobilin Plymouth. Relay fund-raiser Canton Charter Acacfemy cur- Honey (Canton), Bizzy Lizzy The meeting will feature a rently are holding open enroll- Bakery (Hillsdale) Sansonetti Team "Blocking Out light dinner ($5 per person) ment for the 2010-2011 school Gourmet Food (Holly), Looking glass Melanoma," getting ready for followed by a skit, "The Tater year. Open enrollment will run Captain Johns Smokehouse Experience the magic of Bits 'N Pieces Puppet Theatre's musical production the Relay for Life in Canton, Girls," written by Sharon through 5 p.m., Feb. 26. (Bad Axe) and Natural Local of 'Alice in Wonderland' at The Village Theater at Cherry Hill Saturday, March 6, for a public performance beginning at 11:30 a.m. Nine-foot-tall body puppets come to life on stage in a delightful performance, which includes costumed characters, traditional puppetry, as well as children from the audience. This enjoyable hour-long production is geared toward children Match up to age 10. Reserved seating tickets are Sl2 for adults and $9 for seniors 5 hamburgers or mini fries.^any combination for only Canton Animal Hospital and youth. A school show will be performed on Friday. March 5, at 10 a.m. with tickets S6 each. The Village Theater at Cherry Hill is located at 50400 "Quality medicine, compassionate care Cherry Hill Road in Canton. For more information call (734) 394-5308. cYc & excellent customer service", • Full Service Pet Hospital Food Express. participate in the 2010 season, Sw*n 7 wi • State of the Art Facility "It's great to see vendors contact the Market Manager at • Medical, Surgical & Dental who are dedicated to provid- 734/398-5570 Ext. 5 or via e- n• Emergency Care ing consumers with access to mail at cantonfarmersmarket@ • Orthopedic Specialist Available nutritious, locally-produced canton-mi.org. 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LaJoy and Canton Municipal our country against terrorism FORD ROAD Services Director Tim Faas in MARINE and make the world a safer FROM PAGE Al December went to Washington, FROM PAGE Al place." D.C., to lobby Michigan law- "Rirbett is sur\ ived by his Woodward Avenue to connect makers and their staff mem- Marines. Over the weekend, wife. Crystal - on his Myspace downtown Detroit with the bers, in an bipartisan attempt though, his former teacher's page, he called her "the best New Center area. to underscore the importance fears came true when TYirbett thing that ever happened to Canton officials couldn't say of the project and to get them was killed. me" - whom he married in July with certainty whether the to push for the grant. According to information on 2008; his mother, Sheila; sis- Detroit project may have hurt Officials have said the proj- his Myspace page, THirbett was ter Jaime "Rirbett; stepbrother, the proposal in Canton. ect would have created hun- a combat engineer who enlist- Joseph Marsh; and his father, 'But I do think that money dreds of jobs and eased traffic ed in the Marines in 2006. He Richard. could be better spent else- woes along traffic-snarled was part of a unit out of Camp Visitation will be noon where," township Trustee John Ford Road. Lejeune, N.C. to 9 p.m. Monday at the Anthony said. "I do believe One report by SEMCOG O'Connor, a teacher at L.J. Griffin Funeral Home, there would be a bigger bang found that the Ford-Haggerty Canton High School for nine 42600 Ford Road in Canton, for the buck if we had gotten intersection, just west of the years, said TXirbett couldn't with a funeral the following the TIGER grant. I think it 1-275 interchange near IKEA, wait to be a part of defending day at 1 p.m. l\irbett will be could have been better used in had 345 crashes from 2004- to his country. buried at Arlington National Canton, but of course I'm prej- 2008. According to SEMCOG, "It wasn't an ego thing for Cemetery in Arlington, Va., udiced in favor of Canton." those statistics gave the inter- Jake," O'Connor said. "For Jake on March 9. Like LaJo\', Anthony said section a No. 1 ranking in it was personal... it was to be Marine Cpl. Jacob Turbett, killed over the weekend in Afghanistan, wrote of Canton desperately needs a Wayne County for accidents a soldier. He wanted to defend bkadricti^hometowolife.com I (313) 222-8899 wife Crystal: "She's the best thing that ever happened to me." remedy for traffic congestion — and made it one of the worst and accidents along the Ford spots for crashes in Michigan. Road corridor near 1-275. The TIGER grant pro- Brock, who lives in "We can't wait 10 years," posal followed a years-old, Westland, called the proposal TAX to spread the state sales tax to he said. "There's too much at regional transportation study FROM PAGE Al stake and too many issues, by the township, MDOT and other services absurd. He said such as traffic accidents and a consulting firm. Parsons- businesses will suffer because economic development. We're Brinckerhoff, that found a measure, for many, has been more people will try to repair not going to stand still and say pressing need for improve- overshadowed by the proposal their own cars rather than pay 'that's it.' This is not the end ments to the I-275/Ford Road to expand the sales tax. higher costs, and he said they of it." interchange. The sales tax plan, touted will give up other spending and think twice about patron- Canton officials already Ford Road, alone, was found as one way to ease the state's izing a movie theater. had conceded competition to have 50,000 motorists a financial crisis, would add would be fierce for $1.5 billion day, and officials said traffic just over $1 to every $20 a "It's ridiculous," he said. in federal TIGER funds, but congestion has only worsened customer spends at Taylor's "It's definitely going to reduce they had remained hopeful amid new developments such salon. It might not seem like the revenue these businesses the grant would be approved as Michigan's only IKEA store, much, but 55-year-old stylist get, especially the small busi- by the U.S. Department of which LaJoy said draws some Nick Selimi said the tax comes nesses. They're going to lose a TVansportation. two million customers a year, as the industry has suffered its lot of money." biggest downturn. Here's how the changes including shoppers from other Brock, an avid hunter, would have eased traffic con- states and Canada. "This is the worst shape the expects to pay more for his gestion, especially on Ford Moreover, Canton has had a hair business has ever been hunting license if the new Road: population explosion in recent in," said Selimi, a longtime taxes go into effect. As an unemployed man who has • Drivers exiting southbound decades, climbing from just Canton resident who is paying started attending Schoolcraft 1-275 could ha\'e used a new 5,300 residents in 1961 to new- $12,000 a year for his young- BILL BRCSLER | STAFr PHOTOGRAPHER College to study comput- access ramp, or slip, to get onto estimates of nearly 90,000 est of three children to attend ers, Brock said he has to cut northbound Haggerty without people, local officials have college. Vickl Taylor and Nick Selimi say their revenues will be hurt by an expanded expenses any way he can to get getting onto Ford Road. said. Taylor and Selimi said if the sales tax. by. He said more people, espe- • Similarly, motorists exiting In December, LaJoy and state really wants to generate cially with a sales tax on vehi- 1-275 also could have accessed Faas had face-to-face meet- income, it should investigate, but we'll be taxed to death." their revenues even more. cle repairs, will try to avoid the southbound Haggerty using ings in Washington, D.C., with impose fines or shut down hair Owners of local dry clean- Over at the Canton Public auto shop and fix their own another ramp south of Ford numerous U.S. lawmakers salons they say aren't properly ers have said their customers Library, unemployed land- vehicles. Road. from Michigan and their staff licensed. already have cut back on the scaper Jason Brock, 35, • Drivers from the area of members. Local officials said Hair salons have been hurt amount of clothes they bring blamed Republican former "That's what I have to do, Cherr)' Hill Road could have they had made a strong case as recession-weary customers in, and some loyal patrons Gov. John Engler for leaving unless it's something major I accessed north 1-275 by using for the TIGER grant. go longer without getting hair- have moved from the state. Michigan in a mess, but he can't fix," he said. a northbound service drive LaJoy, who raised the issue cuts and postpone other, more Those owners, too, fear an said Granholm, a Democrat, along the interstate, b>'passing of I-275/Ford Road improve- expensive styling services. expanded sales tax will hurt hasn't fixed the situation. 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J M (C) Observer & Eccentric | Thursday. February 18.2010 online at hometownlife.com PuBuc SAFETY CRIME WATCH Suspect ordered Officer nabs cocaine, car theft suspect to stand trial in A Canton police officer has 1been credited with nabbing a suspected crack cocaine user T3 Gyde Rd. Penney thefts accused of stealing cars in Sheldon three communities. CT> "This-was good police work •o Center Rd. BV DARRELL CLEM br on the part of Officer Ken Warren Rd. OBSERVER STAFF WRITER Robinson," Detective Sgt. Dave Schreiner said. Legal troubles are mount- The first vehicle was sto- ing for a 29-year-old woman len out of Madison Heights •a Hanford Rd. charged in a jewelry theft and driven on Feb. 6 to the inside the J.C. Penney store Emagine Theatre in Canton, in Canton. where police said the radio 'o. Jennifer Christy Clemente of Farmington Hills has was missing along with the Ford Rd. contents of the trunk. been ordered to stand trial in Wayne County Circuit The suspect then stole a Court following allegations car from the theater parking she stole one- lot and apparently went to Saltz Rd. carat diamond Redford, where he abandoned earrings the Canton vehicle and stole on Dec. 26 yet another car, police said. from the J.C. According to police reports, Cherry Hill Rd. Penney store the man who is accused of on Ford Road. stealing the vehicles and tak- ing items from them told Clemente is facing trial authorities he "smokes a lot of Ciemente crack" — so much that he said after she his jaws lock up and he has a Proctor Rd voluntarily hard time talking. waived her preliminary examination last Friday Robinson arrested the sus- in 35th District Court in pect about 5 a.m. Feb. 7 when Palmer Rd. Plymouth — just four days he noticed a blue Dodge Neon, Summit after Taylor authorities said stolen out of Redford, traveling she also was ordered to near Joy and Lilley. Robinson Pkwy stand trial for a Jan. 25 inci- also had been involved in dent inside the J.C. Penney investigating the incident at store in that city. the Emagine Theatre. Schreiner commended Geddes Rd. In both incidents, Robinson for being alert and Clemente is charged with stopping the stolen vehicle, larceny by conversion resulting in the suspect facing involving merchandise val- charges of stealing cars and ued at $1,000 to $10,000. concealing stolen property. If convicted, she could face penalties ranging up to five Pickup purloined years in prison. Not-guilty pleas have been A Ford pickup with a snow entered for her. 2plow on the front was sto- len from a business on Lilley Before Clemente's arrest, south of Joy shortly after 8 Mott Rd. Yost Rd. Van Born Rd. township police had p.m. Monday. released photos captured from a surveillance camera TVo people who work at a They told police the truck, dow had been smashed out of missing and that a computer didn't notice him. inside the Ford Road store, neighboring business said they which had a snow plow on the the Subway shop on Ford Road tower, monitor and printer and Canton Detective Sgt. pulled into the driveway of The employee told the driver front, swerved around them east of Sheldon. had been moved from their Dave Schreiner said J.C. Outdoor Ingenuities to put some he owed an additional $10, but and drove off. Police responded and found place. Penney employees in Taylor items in a Dumpster, and they the suspect refused to pay it that a door window also had The incident was reported recognized the defendant saw the pickup truck accelerate Subway smashing and left. been damaged but wasn't about 2:45 a.m. Monday. The investigation was con- from the pictures. cjuickly in a rear lot, strike anoth- A passerby called police broken out. Inside, they tinuing. Clemente's decision to ^ er vehicle and drive toward them. found that a cash drawer was Gas gone 3after noticing that a win- voluntarily waive her pre- Police were investigating Mustang stolen liminary examinations in 4reports of stolen gas from An on-duty Canton police both communities resulted a station on Haggerty south 5officer responded to reports in the cases being automati- of Joy. of a 1995 Ford Mustang being cally sent to Wayne County An employee reported that stolen from a parking lot near Circuit Court for disposi- a suspect came inside, pre- Platos Coney Island, on Ford tion. paid for $10 on one pump, Road at Lilley. She had been given a ST MARY MERCY but moved to another pump The incident happened $10,000 (10-percent) bond \HWi LIVONIA and took $20 in fuel last between 4 p.m. and 8 p.m. in Canton,according to Friday, between 4 p.m. and Feb. 9. township police. A Taylor SAINT JOSEPH METCV HEALTH SYSTSM 5 p.m. A woman told police she 23rd District Court admin- The employee went Outside had parked the Mustang in istrator said Clemente had a and confronted the suspect, the parking lot and that it was $50,000 (10-percent) bond ^ who said he had moved his gone when she got off work. out of that city. w vehicle because he had started She said it also had chrome On Tuesday, the Taylor to pump on the wrong side. wheels worth $1,500. court had no record of The suspect said he had tried Clemente posting her bond. to wave for the employee - Compiled by Darrell Clem from inside the store but the worker Canton Police Department reports dclem^hometownllle.com I (313) 222-2238
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and 'brings a lot to our of both Suzanne and her ERINNE building." daughter. FROM PAGE A1 "Erinne is just an inspiration "It was really touching to our student body," Botosan that people cared enough for day and was hanging out said. "She's someone everyone Erinne," Suzanne Williams with friends the day after loves, staff and students. She said. "But Erinne has touched Christmas. really is one of the nicest kids a heck of a lot of people." "She just doesn't let you'd ever meet. She's a won- Ar'l'f'.':': these hospitalizations slow derful young lady." BIG HELP makeover^, her down," said Suzanne That's why Botosan and Suzanne Williams said HOMEEDmoJ Williams, a Canton resi- the rest of East Middle the new home would not I^ID Our Friend Erinnef dent. "She's just go, go, go. School were so willing to only help Erinne in the short She knows her diagnosis is host a pep rally last week for term, but also be good for EMHE: Please terminal, and she hasn't let Csntoo'..(-It'SCOf f Erinne and Suzanne, a single the family in the long run. 'ivww.oin-^ that affect her life. She's the mother — she also has a 24- At 5-foot-9 and 110 pounds, first to say doctors said she year-old daughter, Claire Erinne can be a handful to wouldn't live past age 8, but Yopek, and an 18-year-old lift the six or seven times 'Look at me now.'" son, Kevin Yopek — living a day she must be carried. MARY HOIALY Erinne doesn't like to let her in a non-handicap-acces- The wheelchair weighs 420 East Middle School teachers, students and administrators signed a banner hoping to convince those at the ABC show condition slow her down. She's sible apartment in Canton. pounds and doesn't fit into 'Extreme Makeover: Home Edition' to build a new home for Erinne Williams (right) and her family. forced to use a lot of machines, Erinne's doctors, Mendelow many of the rooms — includ- including a ventilator and a and pediatrician Mirka Soler, ing the bathroom or bedroom feeding tube. Still, she plays sponsored an application to — in the Williams' apart- three wheelchair sports: hock- the ABC-TV show Extreme ment. ey, soccer and baseball. Her Makeover: Home Edition "I have a couple of bulging friends accept the limitations to have a home built for the discs in my back, so it's only a 'as part of Erinne's life," her Williamses that would allow matter of time before I have mom said. them to move out of their problems," Suzanne said. "But apartment and build a better "Basically, I look at every- we take life one day at a time. life. thing as a positive side," You play with the hand life Erinne said. "It comes from The pep rally at East was deals you." experience. Other kids are videotaped so it can be sub- The prospect of a poten- down, and I try to help them mitted to ABC as supporting tial new home is thrilling to cheer up. I go to hospitals, I material to the application, Erinne, who appreciated the really try to help everyone." which is still pending. support shown at her school. "I think it'd be really easy for "It's really cool, I'm excited CLASSROOM INSPIRATION her to be sad and disappointed for it," Erinne said. "We've Friends and teachers agree (in life), but she's so opposite of never had this much sup- Erinne is also an inspira- that," Botosan said of Erinne. port. No school has ever done tion in the classroom. East "She lives every day to the full- anything like this. It makes Middle School Assistant est. We want to do whatever me feel really good. I can't Do you think you pay too much Principal Tara Botosan said we can to help her family be describe it." Erinne is very intelligent, selected." a huge participator in class The rallv touched the hearts bkadrich?ihometownlife-Com I (313) 222-8899 in property taxes? There's a good chance you're paying more than your fair share. Vou mair a m«d
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Rose's Restaurant hosts a Canton Chamber of Commerce fund-raiser 5-9 p.m. T^iesday, Feb. 23. Join us for dinner and the chamber will receive 15 per- cent of the net purchase. You American Cancer Society must bring the donation flyer (found under "forms" at www. Relay For cantonchamber.com) for the chamber to receive the dona- tion. Survivors - Celebratl Lifer Rose's Restaurant is located at 201 N. Canton Center Road. Texas Hold 'Em Rose's Restaurant is the site of a Texas Hold 'Em tourna- h 9 ment to benefit the chamber 8 The Relay for Life-Canton kickoff party takes place Thursday. Feb. 25. at the p.m. to 2 a.m. Feb. 25-27 in a Village Theater at Cherry Hill in Canton, with registration at 6:30 p.m. smoke-free environment at the restaurant, located at 201N. Annual auction similar crowd and has already Canton Center Road. collected many great prizes that There will be a full service The Canton Chamber of will be up for bid. New in 2010, bar, late night menu and Commerce announces its a "Detroit Tiger Suite" comes Evola Music features pianos by Bosendorfer, Yamaha, Kawai, Estonia and Kohler & Campbell. Organs for church by midnight pizza buffet in the annual Dinner Auction, to with 18 tickets and 3 parking Allen Organs and for home by Lowrey Organs. The store also has music and band instrument sales and rentals and lounge. The Canton Chamber be held Saturday, April 17, educational centers. passes. Also up for auction is of Commerce will benefit from at Burton Manor in Livonia. 2 airline tickets to anywhere in the charity event. The annual event is the larg- the continental United States est fund-raiser for the Canton American Airiines flies. Relay for Life kickoff Chamber of Commerce. The auction will also feature Nearly 80 years on, Evola The Relay for Life-Canton "This is always such a fun special guest, former Detroit kickoff party takes place event. We have Silent, Live, Tigers pitcher Dave Rozema, Thursday, Feb. 25, at the and Raffie auction items, who pitched for the Tigers Village Theater at Cherry Hill entertainment and lots of from 1977 through the 1984 in Canton. activities planned through- World Series. Music still sounds great Registration starts at 6:30 out the evening," said Dianne The Canton Chamber Auction p.m.; the program begins at 7 Cojei, President, Canton takes place April 17 at Burton p.m. Relay for Life represents Chamber of Commerce. "'Take Manor in Livonia from 7 p.m. For nearly 80 years, the tidbit or story to the hope that those lost to Me out to the Ball Game' is to midnight. Tickets are $75 per Evola family has been bringing MAKING MUSIC share with our cancer will never be forgot- this year's theme, which offers person and are available to the music to the metro area Business Name and Address; readers about ten, those who face cancer a lot of possibilities for all of public; admission includes full through the instruments they Evola Music, 7170 N. Haggerty, your experience will be supported and that our Baseball Fans." buffet dinner, open bar, enter- sell and the lessons they teach. Canton (also locations in so far as a small one day cancer will be elimi- Last year's event drew a tainment, and the opportunity Owner Jim Evola gave us Bloomfield Hills. Shelby Township business owner? nated. crowd of over 400 attendees to participate in the Live, Silent, an overview of long-time and Traverse City) Evola: We Admission is free, but RSVP and featured over 250 prizes and Raffle auctions. For more business. have students information, please contact the Your Name and Title: Jim Evola, is required to Kelsey.Ruder(g from categories such as Home- Observer: Tell us about your Evola in our Senior cancer.org or by calling (248) style, Travel & Entertainment, chamber at (734) 453-4040. Owner business. Keyboard 663-3441. The Village Theater Sports & Leisure, Electronics, This year's auction is sponsored Evola: We have pianos Business Opened: 1931. name classes that have married as a at Cherry Hill is located at and many more. This year's by Jack DemmerFord, Inc. and by Bosendorfer, Yamaha, changed to Evola Music in 1974 result of meeting in our classes. 50400 Cherry Hill Road. auction is expected to draw a other local businesses. Kawai, Estonia and Kohler • Number of Employees: 30 Observer: How has the recent & Campbell. Organs for Hours of Operation: 10 a.m. to economy affected your business? church by Allen Organs and 8 p.m. Monday-Friday: 10 a.m. Evola: Larger purchases for home by Lowrey Organs. to 5:30 p.m. Saturday: 1-5 p.m. are down and our educational Mcvies a We also have music and band Sunday department is up. Families instrument sales and rentals still are interested in learning and educational centers. Your Business Specialty; Retail to play an instrument. They Observer: How did you first decide pianos, organs and educational are aware of the benefits of to open your business? centers music education. Evola: My grandfather Business Phone and Web site; Observer: Any advice for other worked for Grinnel and (734) 455-46771 www.evola.com business owners? opened his first store in 1931.1 Evola: Customer service, am third generation. stay the course, value Observer: What makes your Observer: How has it changed opportunities and separate business unique? since you opened? yourself from the competition. Evola: We are educational Evola: Customers are more Observer: What's in store for the The Classics are Back on the Marquis Theatre's Big Screen. centers and we do not feel that knowledgeable about their future of your business? The remaining movies Include: we can ask you to purchase • purchases, which is paramount Evola: Increasing awareness Date: Movie: Ticket Sponsor On>$ale Date: an instrument from us if we to our success. of the benefits of the music Feb20 Mr. Smith Goes to Washington (1939) WineSync, 122W.Main Now cannot teach you how to play. Observer: Do you have a funny making hobby. Feb 27 That Touch of Mink (1962) Alexander's Custom Clothiers. 124 W, Main Now [ BUSINESS BRIEFS f Mari Charade (1963) Sincerely Yours, Inc.. 110 N. Center Feb 20 Mar 13 Paris When It Sizzles (1964) Sizzling Sticks. 144 Mar/ Alexander Ct. Feb 27 Mar 20 Vertigo (1956) Caribbean Beach Party Caldwell. due by midnight, March 4. Poole's Tavern, 157 E. Main Mar 6 Plan Ahead The contest is open contes- Mor 27 Easter Parade (1948) Gordenviews, 202 W, Main Mar 13* Clearly You in Canton hosts Events is the tants 13 years of age or older, •Gordenviews' new locofior> this Feb: 117 6. Main its annual Caribbean Beach first home- except employees of Aunt Party 5-9 p m. Wednesday, based fran- Millie's Bakeries, its subsid- Sponsored by Feb. 24. Attendees can escape chise in the iaries, affiliates, advertising to the "beach." bring a friend corporate and promotion agencies, p . 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"The importance of listen- ing is key," Williams told the children and adults. "When you listen you learn and when you learn you grow." Detroit native and resident Williams shared his stories, urging children at the start of TXiesday's program, "Come on up. Let me show you how to • f f play" the drum. Ivory 0. Williams tells the kids and adults that waiting two seconds and He showed a rain stick, which thinking will yield better answers. grows on a cactus. When it falls off, it's filled with hundreds of think he held ever>one's atten- "They were the walking dried fruit seeds. It's capped tion." She brought Gabby and librarians," he said. PHOTOS 6Y BILL 8RESLERI STAFf PHOTOGRAPHER and makes the sound of rainfall Connor Crespi of Plymouth. Williams can be reached at when shaken. "We just happened to be in P.O. Box 312802, Detroit, MI "Real friends are with you through thick and thin even when things are not going so well," was among Ivory D. Williams told of an old, slow the library," Karnesky said. "She 48231, (313) 822-6483. yVilliams' messages. Here, kids make the sounds of a man walking in the rain and knocking on the door. lion who kept his den clean. The (the librarian) said it's going to lion beckoned to the gazelle and be a good one." then the water buffalo and ate Youth librarian Dana Bussard them up. The fox was smarter, said the library does a school- noticing there were no animal age program in Februarj- when An exceptional home-like setting for tracks going back outside. kids are on break. She wanted Active/Alert, Frail/Recovering, St. Raphael an African-American storytell- "When you take two sec- Memory Impaired and Alzheimer's residents. onds, you give better answers," er, and found Williams through Williams told his audience, the Web site of the Detroit Fish Fry Fridays helping them put that into prac- Association of Black Stor)' tice. He gave some half-dozen Tellers, of which he is president. Every Friday During lent children instruments to make "I grew up in Detroit and I CrystafCi sounds, and told the storj- of a was exposed to lots of different P Begins man walking in the rain and cultures," Bussard said. "I just knocking on a door. think I was the better for it." February 19", 2010 "The wind made the chimes Williams shares a message tinkle in the breeze," he said as that people should slow down Hours: 4:30-7pm or until dinners are sold out the children made sounds to and listen. "We're getting away (Good Friday; 3-7pm or until dinners are sold out) match the story. from just simply talking with Williams' stories were fun each other," he said after the Featuring Our Own Recipe for and had messages as well. 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There are legitimate concerns as to whether an "Honestly, I "My family buys a lot of entire rewrite of the constitution is necessary, or "It's going to help them "I think it'll help the whether it is better to surgically make changes will make much difference Toyota cars. My father is a because Toyota will lose reputation of the Big one at a time. It is also true that a new consti- (in the long term) because it tution isn't a panacea for the problems facing strong believer that many some customers. I feel bad Three and help with their Michigan that must be addressed immediately. is a global economy." of the Toyotas are for the Japanese, but it will comeback." While these are legitimate issues to debate Maria Winters over the ne.xt eight or nine months, there are a here (in the United States) , GM and Peggy Boyd Canton number of objections to calling a new convention anyway. But it might Spyros Stylianou Canton that should be quickly dismissed. Canton For instance, some would argue that at a pro- some difference." jected cost of $45 million, it is too expensive to Stacey Klonowski call a new convention. Really? This would be an Canton odd time for lawmakers to suddenly worry about unnecessary costs. Lawmakers easily allocate triple that amount annually for taxpayer subsides of filmmaking, even though they are forbidden to take even a cursory view of how that money is LETTERS spent. If the constitution can fix some of what ails state government, then surely the state can Gas tax solid finance a one-time $45 million expenditure from WHAT DO YOU THINK? (ask Delphi pensioners) and has not proven I believe that the plan presented to very successful. a state spending plan that well exceeds $40 bil- increase gas and diesel fuel taxes over the Being pro-active, this ad hoc group lion. next three years ("Drivers divided on gas We welcome your Letter to the Editor. petitioned the judge to give them an equal tax plan," Observer, Feb. 4) is a solid one, Please include your name, address and Some argue that there is no need to rewrite a seat on the bankruptcy decision making and I have no issues with it. phone number for verification. We ask your constitution when the document can be amend- committee, and be represented. The Judge ed by a public vote. But the two methods for As a frequent driver, this would obvi- letters be 400 words or less. We may edit set precedence and on Jan. 21, he agreed proposed amendments to reach the ballot ~ ously have an effect on my finances, yet as for clarity, space and content. these 21,000 Visteon pensioners needed two-thirds votes by both chambers of the state supporters of the plan have pointed out, Submit letters via the following formats. and should be given their own voice. The Michigan roads are absolutely terrible com- Legislature or a citizen petition drive — are Web; www.hometownlife.com appointed U.S. Trustee subsequently pared to other parts of the country, and this selected to appoint three members of the unwieldy. E-mail: [email protected]. Lawmakers can't always get the majority votes tax could put into motion repairs and an various pension plans to the Unsecured overhaul that our roads need quite badlv. Blog: You may also let your opinions be heard needed for sensible budget reform, much less a Creditors Committee, instead of appoint- with your own blog at hometownlife.com. two-thirds vote for meaningful constitutional Who better to pay for these repairs than ing the group their own separate Official Deadline: Letters must be received by 9 a.m. Committee. change. Far from grassroots efforts, most peti- the motorists that use the roads? Nobody likes taxes, yet without them, none of the tion drives are funded by special interest and Monday to be published in the Thursday edition. Even though this decision does provide problems that we complain about will ever out-of-state groups. them with some "limited voice", they con- be fixed. Look at it this way. Most lawmakers say they tinue to push for the separate Pension Plan think that term limits should be changed. But Andrew Graztoli knowing where to turn to fight for this Participant Committee and are taking all benefit we all thought would take us into necessary legal actions to achieve this goal. they haven't been able to muster an amendment Canton retirement. The debtor, Visteon is fighting this hard! to do so. If you go to the PBGC Web site, you can This group has obtained precedence for Third, there is understandable but misplaced Visteon pensions view the number of companies that have employees of companies going into bank- fear that a convention would draw extreme sup- A local group of Visteon pensioners have followed suit in recent years - Delphi, ruptcy, in that they too can have a say in porters of narrowly focused social issues, such as taken matters into their own hands after Circuit City, Arrow Automotive, Delta their pensions, instead of helplessly watch- gay rights and abortion. Maybe so. But if the con- seeing the decimation of pensions from Pilots, Eastern Airlines, Jacobson, TWA. ing their companies and its corporate law- vention drafts a constitution that is dominated several companies that have had their pen- United Airlines, just to name a few. Many yers get them out of this obligation. sions turned over to PBGC (Federal govern- by unacceptable changes, then the public can be of us workers have felt powerless over this Watch the group at this Web site: http:// ment) in recent years. trusted to vote it down. while reading bankruptcy proceedings sent sites.google.com/site/vpppadhoccomm/ Finally, among the strangest of the objections The pensioners formed a group, col- in the mail. We see the lawyers wrangle home. Over 21,000 Visteon employees, is the fear that Michigan's next governor will be lectively pitched in for legal counsel, and over what creditors will get paid while the including myself, are counting on them to frozen into inaction by the knowledge that just asked the bankruptcy judge to provide pension obligations promised to us for our help save as much of our pension as pos- many years of hard work seem to be forgot- down the street a convention is meeting that them a voice in the process. Many of us, sible. If you are a current or ex-Visteon ten. might radically change the state's constitution. including our parents, grandparents, employee, help pitch in for legal expenses friends, and neighbors are experiencing Such a concern presumes that the state gov- Many who have watched their pensions and let your voice be heard to protect your companies turning once funded pensions ernment has been aggressively tackling budget turned over have experienced markedly pension! Your help is needed right away! over to PBGC durin^bankruptcy proceed- and unemployment issues in the absence of such reduced benefits - the only recourse being Anne Marie Graham-Hudak ings. Many people have felt helpless; not to file suit - which has proven to be costly a distraction. If so, we haven't seen the results. Canton If the next governor is going to be sidetracked by a constitutional convention, then he or she shouldn't have run for the job in the first place. This is not to say that a new constitution is a District handling Lansing's budget bombsheiis I ONLINE good idea. The process is hampered by two fac- tors: the partisan nature of the way that con- VOICES & VIEWS f you follow the news, you students this school vear. community members who gave vention delegates will be elected and the fact know that Plymouth-Canton Because our enrollment num- their time to this very important Here's a look at what read- that those elections will be held shortly after the ICommunity Schools has bers remained the same, we process. ers are saifing abont stories November vote. experienced some painful received more than $700,000 Now that we have presented on our Web site, wwic.hortie- Delegates who are elected as Republicans or reductions in we had not planned on when the reports, 1 know that there townlife.com: Democrats representing current state House and funding over the we set our budget last June. is public concern about the Senate districts could produce a convention that past few years. Additionally, we have had districts plans as we move for- • In response to the is ever>' bit as partisan and nonproductive as the Unfortunately, strong cash management that ward. The committees struggled story "District begins current Legislature. The fact that convention the budget pic- has helped, as well. with reducing expenditures primary candidates must file within weeks of the ture in Lansing Budget planning is difficult because we have cut so much budget grind": November vote could limit qualified contenders. remains grim, with the states financial picture over the past eight years. It is mhorvath wrote: so this is prob- If a convention does come to pass, voters will in constant flux. We will contin- difficult to find any additional "Ihe elementar>- commit- ably just the reductions without impacting need to pay close attention to the type of change ue to plan appropriately to meet tee I %vorked on had numerous Or. Craig Fiegel beginning. future budgetary constrictions. the quality programs we offer. delegate candidates are proposing. Then they efficiency ideas the administra- The legislature The board will review the work need to get out and vote, so that a small February In October, we began a par- tion should be \voridng on day already cut the ticipatory budgeting process to of the committees and use it to turnout doesn't determine the architects of the and niglit to protect our kids current budget by $165 per stu- help everyone have a clearer pic- help develop the 2010-11 school and st^. These include sinipk^ new document. dent. Our operational budget is ture of our budget. The Board of year budget. things bke mon* iretiuent rwlis- $3 million less tlian last year. Education will use this informa- These are unprecedented tricting of students tt) optimize Many area districts have been tion to help them develop the times, but working together will class loading (could ssu-e $3-5 forced to eliminate programs 2010-11 school year budget. A allow us to navigate through million per v-ear). We don't and even lay off teachers and few weeks ago. each of the seven the uncertainty. Unfortunately, need mon' ideas, w need more staff in the middle of this school committees presented their anxiety will be heightened as action fhmi our j^d leadership. year. final reports. We asked each potential budget reductions are "Its time to stop ha\ ing The good news, at least for committee (high school, middle discussed. citizens' nuvtings and fonning OBSERVER now, is we will not be making school, elementary school, dis- This is just the beginning of committees mid stiul liokling any midyear cuts. trict support, building/grounds/ a very long budget process and our highh" {laid i\dnunlslniti\v c) GANNETT In spite of the reduction, maintenance, transportation, I ask you to stay informed. We leaders acvountable for impli'- several factors have helped and food service) to examine value public input and promise mentiiig these efficiencies. We us balance this year's budget. these budgets and set priorities to make all of the information Brad Kadrich Susan Rosiek Grace Perry need to actualh' start doing Our district was very fortunate at 90-95 percent, anticipating a available on our Web site. things diffen'iitl)- rather than Community Executive Editor Director of to receive $1 million from a budget reduction. just talking idx)ut it. Isn't that Editor / Publisher Advertising recently settled lawsuit (the These committees consisted Dr. Craig A. Fiegel is superintendent what \\v an' (viving the Supt Bathey property in the City of of a mix of staff members and of Plymoulh-Canton Community hundn."d.softlioiLSiUKlsof $$ Plymouth). We also had antici- individuals from the commu- Schools. He can be reached at (734) for?" pated a decrease of about 100 nitv. I want to thank all of the 416-3045. online at hometownlife.com I LOCAL NEWS Observer S Eccentric | Thursday. February 18.2010 (CP) A9 Investors need to do their homework in all nfiarkets NEWS BRIEF Calling folkies mic performers. The cover he other day 1 was watching A recent episode oiAmerican action for an investor \vben they tors, we must accept the current charge is $5. American Greed on CNBC. Greed was about Allen Stanford deal in this situation is to walk low interest rate environment and Jeff Karoub will host the This month's featured artist TTTie show highlights a variety and Stanford Financial. Stanford away. avoid allowing greed to dictate BaseLine Folk Society's next is Matt Allen & Friends. of con artists Financial sold high pa\'ing cer- I recognize that not all aggres- investment decisions. open-microphone concert, 7 Musicians interested in per- who take advan- tificates of deposits to im'estors. sive salespeople are selling bogus I believe that many of the inves- p.m. Saturday at the Plymouth forming can sign up between tage of inves- It marketed the certificates as products, however, I find that tors in Stanford Financial truly Community Arts Council 6:15 p.m. and 6:45 p.m. If more tors. Sincethe safe, secure investments tliat paid when it comes to the im'estment belieN'ed that the CDs they were building in Plymouth. than eight performers sign up. Madotr scandal sometimes as much as 1.5 times worid, more often than not when buying were safe and secure. The society, in its first season names will be drawn. wehas'eseen what a CD would normally go you have an aggressive sales- Unfortunately, the focus was not in Plymouth after relocating The Plymouth Community more stories in for. Unfortunately, the CDs sold person they are more concerned on the investment but the return. from Northville, is dedicated Arts Council is at 774 North the media about were not issued W an insiu^ U.S. about making tlie sale than put- Are there better alternatives to acoustic folk and traditional Sheldon, south of M-14, im^estment bank but rather by a bank on the ting you into a proper investment than short term CDs and money music. Fans gather on the Plymouth. For more informa- scams. One issue .. Island of Antigua. Of course, the One point I dways stress to maricet accounts to receive higher third Saturday of each month, tion, call Mike Mullen at (248) that this show Money Matters CDs were fraudulent and inves- individuals is, when you are deal- rates of return? Tlie true answer September through May, to 347-6881 or contact him via emphasizes tors lost hundreds of millions of ing with salespeople in the finan- is no. Unfortunately, there is no hear the host, a featured per- e-mail at mjmmullen@yahoo. isim'estment dollars. cial world >'ou should always find investment that will provide the former and up to eight open- scams haw been Just like the Madoff scandal, out how he/she is compensated. same safety and security as bank around for a it \vill be years before investors In the Stanford Financial situa- CDs without taking higher risks. while and th^' are not going away receiw any of tlieir money back tion, the salespeople were making Short term bond funds such Get on the ball. anvtimescwn. and, at best, they will receive pen- substantial commissions. as ones offered by Vanguard, for Read today's coverage! There are common elements nies on the dollar. As an investor, TOU ought to example; do pay higher rates of SPORTS that run through im'estment The Madoff story, however, is know if you're dejiling with an return with some additional risks. scams. Tliese include returns that different because the m^ority ad\isor or a salesperson. High That is the trade-off that investors are too good to be true, slick-talk- of investors were very high net- commissions ou^t to raise your must make to get higher rates of ing salespeople and, of course, worth indhiduals. In the Stanford antenna. When dealing with return. Macy's Optical grwd. situation, the majority of inves- a salesperson the issue should The bottom line is whether Many people assume that tors were average people who lost always be whether he/she is doing we ai'e in a good market a bad the gre^ 1 r^er to is that of the much of their life savings. vAi&t's good for you or what's good market high interest/low inter- perpetrators of these scams. What is imiwrtant to under- for the sale. est rate environment investors Although, there is no doubt about stand about the Stanford scan- What is particularly important have a responsibility to do their EYEWEAR the greed on bdialf of the sc^ dal is that unlike the Madoff about the Stanford situation is homework. artists, the greed I'm referring to situation (vviiere Madoff made it we are in a very low interest rate Remember that as an investor is the emotion that e.\ists in all. initially difficult to invest with environment and many investors, you are your last line of defense. EXPO r This greed results in us putting him), the exact opposite was true particularly seniors, are looking at Good luck! our better judgment to the side with Stanford Financial. They getting higher rates of return. and inN^esting into something employed aggressive salespeople Money market accounts and Rick Bloom is a fee-only financial adviser. THIS WEEKEND without proper due diligence. 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Hint nsof Apricots & Peaches Save a lb. $1.00 lb. good through February 21, 2010 r THURSDAY Helping kids eat more healthy snacks - Food, BIO February 18, 2010 SPORTS, FILTER, FOOD & WINE SECTION (CP) B TiaSnitltdilor (]l3)»;-»37 lownliltcon HOMETOWN LIFE SIDELINES First Whalers invite fans to donate cell phones / When the Ontario Hockey League s Plymouth Whalers host the Mississauga St. Michael's Majors on Friday at 7 p.m. at Compuware impressions Arena, they'll be working on a recycling campaign to assist American military men and women in action Canton, Salem and children and their fam- ilies in need. start strong in The Whalers — along with Plymouth flagship sta- KLAA tourney tion 88.1FM WSDP "The Escape" — are asking fans to donate used cell phones BY TIM SMITH to Friday's game against OBSERVER STAFF WRITER Mississauga. Proceeds from the cell Two PKniouth-Canton phone collection will be Educational Park girls basket- donated to American sol- ball teams made that neces- diers deployed around the sary first step into the playoff World and to families and pool — now they're about to their children involved with dive in. Friends ofJaclyn. "Riesday night in KLAA The Friends of Jaclyn Kensington Conference first- Foundation is a nonprofit, round contests, host Canton charitable organization that (16-1, ranked No. 5 in Class A) Going up for a loose ball Tuesday improves the quality of life outclassed Northxille, 48-18. night are Canton's Alyssa Cottrell for children with pediat- and Northviile's Julia Ramey. Meanwhile, across "the ric brain tumors and their Park," Salem (13-6) earned families. FOJ matches a it's a good opportunity to play." a 39-23 triumph over host child with a college or high Plymouth (6-11). Samulski emphasized that school sports team based Those results set up a 7 his players have very high on geographic location. The p.m. Thursday game at Salem expectations and realize child becomes the guest of betA^ een the Rocks and Chiefs. "nothing comes easy." honor at games and receives "I think their goal is to get And Thomann knows the supportive text messages, e- all the way through this whole reason top-notch nonconfer- mails and phone calls. thing," said Canton head ence games opened the sched- The Whalers and WSDP coadi Brian Samulski, refer- ule was to help'girls prepare are working with the orga- ring not only to the KLAA for the grind that's about to nization Cell Phones for tourney but the subsequent begin in earnest. Soldiers — www.cellphone- state playoffs. "But they re Both teams, of course, got forsoldiers.com — and their going to take one game at a started Tbesday. But both campaign "Helping Heroes time." games were never in doubt. Home." According to veteran Salem Qualifying phones are head coach Fred Thomann, CHIEFS START FAST refurbished and given to going up against the Chiefs The South Division-leading requesting soldiers along right away actually is a good Chiefs built leads of 11-2 after with a month of calling thing. one quarter and 25-6 after time. Other donated phones two, with relentless pressure "It s what you want, you will either be recycled or and repeat trips through the want to play on the... front used to fund the charity's lane for points. side of the bracket," Thomann free calling-card program said. "You don't want to play Northville (8-9, fourth in PHOIOS BY SILL BRESlER j STAfF PHOTOGRAPHER for troops overseas. on the back side. Central) chipped in with a "So we're looking forward Battling for the basketball during Tuesday's KLAA Conference playoff game are Canton's Kari Sctimitt (Ko. 25) and Please see SIDELINES, 82 to this game because we think Please see HOOPS, B3 Northviile's Tori Wright (No. 20). Chiefs lead way at D1 districts DIVISION 1-DISTRICT 4 BY TINSMITH viWle 152-pounder Sean ©"Keefe Feb. 13 at PLYMOUTH OBSERVD? STAFF WRITER lost 5-2 in the blood round to CHAMPIONSHIP RESULTS Observeriand Tournament (top 4 advance to regional) 140 pounds' Donme Watkms (Canton) pinned Canton definitely is on a wres- champion Matt Roos of Livonia Charlie Kokenakes (Livonia Stevenson). 1:54; tling mission, both individually Franklin. 3rd place; Kevin Allard (Garden Cilyl p Avery As for the other Pfymouth- Opperman (Livonia Franklin). 22i andasateam. 145 Dou9Eldrid9e(Novi-Oelroil Catholic Saturday at rt\Tnouth High Canton Educational Paric wres- Central) deci$ioned Josh Wright (Nor Ihville). 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UilAtff s'lct A srioHN PROVIDENCE PARK HOSPITAL J HKUTkl* A Campus of ProinJence Hospital and Methcal Centers A PASSION for HEALING WWW.STJOHN.ORG/PROVIDENCEPARK B2 (CP) Observer & Eccentric | Thursday, February »8,20K1 LOCAL SPORTS online at hometownlife.com Goins lifts Lady Ocelots PCEP tankers have MISCA success BY TIM SMITH April Goins scored 24 A layup from junior Tabatha OBSERVER STAFF WRITER points, pulled down 14 WOMEN'S BASKETBALL Wydryck with seven ticks left in rebounds and added seven o\'ertime gave Madonna University After two strong showings steals Saturday as the host (10-14, 6-6; team its first season control in the second half earlier in the meet, Salem's var- Schoolcraft College women's sweep of Cornerstone University with an 8-0 run over the first sity boys swim team had a suc- basketball team bounced (14-13,7-5) in a Wolverine-Hoosier four minutes to take a 39-21 cessful showing at the Eastern back from its first loss of Athletic Conference game at Mol advantage and record its 46th Michigan University-hosted the season to down Oakland Arena in Grand Rapids. straight home victory. Heather Goodwin's three- MISCA Meet. Community College, 72-49. The No. l-ranked Lady pointer with 17 seconds left set up Salem knocked off Plymouth The Lady Ocelots, who Ocelots (NJCAA Division Wydryck s game-winner (following 120-66 on Feb. 9 before defeat- improved to 23-1 overall and II) had won 71 of their last a Golden Eagles turnover). ing Howell 98-88 two days 13-1 in the MCCAA's Eastern 73 conference games before Junior Katie Mount and senior later. Conference, hold a one-game Kim Olech (Plymouth) led the being upset Feb. 10 bv Delta At Saturdays Michigan lead over St. Clair County CC Crusaders with 14 points each, CC, 66-59. Interscholastic Swim Coaches with only two games remain- while Wydryck added six points to Alyssa Swindlehurst and Association, Adam Seroka ing. go along with five rebounds and a Andrea Almassy each tallied like number of assists. finished first in the 500 free Antania Shepherd 11 points for the Raiders (16- Melissa Veltkamp led all play- (4:43.19) and second in the 200 eiLL BRESLER | STAFF PHOTOCRAPKEH chipped in with 12 points 5,10-4), ers with 20 points for the Golden IM (1:56.78). for Schoolcraft, which took MADONNA 60, CORNERSTONE 59 (OT); Eagles in the loss. But Rocks head coach Chuck One of a number of Salem swimmers to garner praise from head coach Chuck Olson praised several others, Olson following the MISCA Meet is Max Mills, shown from an earlier meet. too. He cited Max Mills for get- Salem competes at the South and Liakos also came close, ting his Division 1 state cut in Lyon-hosted KLAA Central with a mark of 3:31.24 seconds. Canton tunes up with tri-meet win the 200 IM (2:03.30,12th) and Division meet on Saturday. Schade said the Wildcats now 500 free (4:54.01,11th). gear up for Saturday s KLAA Matt Collingwood registered Highlights for 'Cats South Division meet against As far as Canton head in three events along with all- included Mallory Hudak (vault, a fourth-place finish in the Plymouth head coach Doug Canton, Livonia Churchill, girls gymnastics coach John around scoring. floor-ex., all-around), Brooke 500 free U:49.09) while taking Schade said the Wildcats had Livonia Frankhn, Wayne Cunningham is concerned, Only on vault, with Granowicz (all-around), Nicole eighth in the 50 free (22.49). an excellent day at Eastern, led Memorial and Westland John "Ibesday s win at a tri-meet Northville's Allison Kemp nip- Lasecki (floor-ex) and Ayana Salem relay teams had a by all three relays registering Glenn. hosted by Livonia Churchill is a ping Canton senior Robyn Lewis (vault, all-around). good day at EMU with the their best times of the season. nice little primer for Saturday's Piwowar for the top spot, did the 400-free unit of Collingwood, Also, Alex Jouney tallied a Canton bright spots KLAA Kensington Conference Chiefs fall short in any event. TRI-MEET RESULTS Noah Santer, Mills and Seroka 2:08 in the 200 IM (the Dl state Also at MISCA was Canton, Meet at Walled Lake Central. Freshman Alex Fideler took CANTON 144.75 NORTHVILLE 139.875 placing seventh with a time of cut is 2:04.29). • and season-long stalwarts Cunningham's Chiefs scored a first on uneven bars, with a 9.2 LIVONIA RED 136.475 3:19.85. In the 200-medley relay, enjoyed plenty of success. season-high 144.75 points, plen- score, with Piwowar third at Feb. 16 at Churchill H.S. Vault I, Allison Kemp (N), 9,35: Z. Robyn Santer also was 26th in the Plymouth's Cameron Earls, Tim The 200 medley relay team ty to defeat Northville (139.875) 8.825. Piwowar (C), 9,25; 3, (tie) Mallory Hudak (C) 100 fly (56.08) and 33rd in the Castle, Ethan Christenson and of Jay Jin, Ryan Boes, Victor and Livonia Red (136.475). and Cassidy Winter (N), 9,15 eack 5. (tie) Katte Piwowar and Fideler shared 500 free (5:02.49). Chris Wilson just missed the Dl Zhang and Patrick Jenner came "It was a very good meet for Kretzchmer (Red) and Ayana Lewis (C), 8,9 honors on balance beam, each each. Meanwhile, Jeremy Wellman state cut (1:45.19) with a time of in 15th with a Dl qualifying us," said Cunningham, whose registering a 9.6 total; Canton's Uneven bars, 1, Ale* Fideler (C), 9,2:2, finished 23rd in the 100 back 1:45.4 seconds. time of 1:44.80 seconds. team improved to 9-2 overall. Marina Mirad tied for third Kemp (N), 8,9:3, Piwowar (C), 8.825:4, Winter (N), 8,725:5- (tie) Kretzchmer (Red) and Taylor (58.06). Plymouth's 200-free relay Jins 56.62 in the 100 back "We're looking forward to the with a 9.1 score. Dempsey (N), 8 55 eacD, Although Jason Zhang, team of Castle, Adam Liakos, (eighth place) was a Dl finisher league championships this Balance beam.1. (tie) Piwowar (C) and In the floor exercise depart- Aaron Mieck, Alex Suriano, Jouney and Wilson finished in while Zhang (4th, 500 free, Saturday. Hopefully, we can do Fideler (C), 9.6 each: 3, (tie) Dayna Esper (Red), ment, it was Piwowar in first Marina Milad (C) and Kemp (N) 9,1 each. Chad Newton an4 Patrick Huls 1:34.43, less than a second away 4:51.85) also made it. Kyle well there." with 9.65, followed by Kemp Floor exercise 1. Piwowar (C), 9,65: Kemp finished no higher than 43rd from the Dl state cut. Kemp's 14th-place finish of Canton originally was slated (9.55) and Fideler (9-2). (N), 9,55:3, Fideler (C), 9 2:4, (tie) Katma St, Pierre (RecJl, Hudak (C) and Nicole Lasecki (C), in any event, Olson said all had And in the 400 relay, the tan- 4:59.42 in the 500 free barely to only face Livonia Red in That was the same 1-2-3 9,05 each. solid performances. dem of Wilson, Jouney, Castle fell short of the 4:59.29 Dl cut. a dual meet. But Northville placement in all-around scor- All-around I, Piwowar (C), 37,325:2, Kemp joined the lineup in order to (N). 36,90; 3. Fideler (C). 36,25:4. Winter (N), ing. Piwowar won with 37.325 3515; 5, Kretzchmer (Red), 34,475:6. Lewis (C), complete a makeup meet with points, while Kemp (36.90) 34,40; 7, Michelle Slesitcki (N), 33,775; 8, St, Livonia Red. and Fideler (36.25) weren't far Pierre (Red), 33,70; 9, Milad (C). 33,40:10. (tie) Brooke Granowicz (C) and Taylor Dempsey (N), SPORTS ROUNDUP Even with the extra competi- behind. 33.25 each. tion, the Chiefs grabbed first Canton's dual meet record. 9-2 overall. Other Chiefs to score Saberettes Kids Clinic All classes are h?ld in local March. 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All on the www.pompons.plym- direction, and accelerate tion. Fans donating used cell Summit Gymnasium, located teams are guaranteed two outhwildcats.com Web site. again). Rarely in team sports phones to Friday's game will at 46000 Summit Parkwav in games and prizes will be You may also contact Saberette do you run in a straight line at Football inductees have the opportunity to win Canton. awarded to the winner and a fixed pace for a fi.xed length parents Lisa Krahel at lisal- Longtime Detroit Catholic one of three $100 Music runner-up in each division. of time. The free Hoop Shoot [email protected] or Lori Central assistant coach Rick Download cards. In addi- Competition gives boys and The cost is $52 per team, Schroeder at weearefamily(® The class will improve move- Coratti and former Wayne tion, fans will receive a free girls ages 8-15 the chance to which can have up to four aol.com, ments in any direction at any Memorial standout Al Slamer Plymouth Whalers ring tone show off their shooting abili- players, and the first games Cost is $40 per child and sport, improve foot speed and (Holt) will be among those card. ties. Each contestant has 60 will start at approximately 10 includes a T-shirt, poms and increase strength and power. honored at the Michigan The Whalers will be offer- seconds to score as many a.m. The registration dead- a snack. Discounts are avail- Participants will learn new High School Football Coaches ing unique, distinct ring tones, points from various locations line is 9:30 a.m. on Feb. 20, so able for additional siblings. techniques through drills and Association Hall of Fame featuring Whalers goal calls on the court. teams are encouraged to pre- Parents are invited to come playgames to put learned induction and banquet from actual broadcasts and Check-in for the event will register. see their daughters perform at skills into use. The class will be Saturday, March 27. at the Four public address announce- start at 8:30 a.m., with the For more information on the noon on the day of the clinic. taught by an NCAA Division Points Sheraton Hotel in Ann ments of specific players. event scheduled to start at 9 MRPA Hoop Shoot and the All girls attending the clinic I athlete with a degree in Arbor. a.m. Players may either pre- will be invited to perform at Hoop Shoot competition Three-on-Three Tournaments E.\ercise Science. Doors open at 5:45 p.m., with register or register on-site, or to register for the events, the Plymouth Variety Show in • Registrations are being the social hour at 6 p.m. Dinner The Canton Sports Center but all players must present a call the Canton Sports Center April. accepted for the Spring Co- is at 7 p.m., followed by induc- valid birth certificate for age is inviting you to show off at (734) 483-5600 or visit Pre-registration participants Ed Soccer League and Girls' tion ceremonies at 8 p.m. verification. your basketball skills in the http://csc.canton-mi.org. should arrive between 8:45 Volleyball League. Guest speaker will be -9:00 a.m. Same day registra- Both seasons run from April University of Micliigan head tion is also available at 8:30 19-June 12. There will be one coach Rich Rodriguez. a.m., but enrollment is limited practice and one game each To obtain tickets, call LIVONIA to the first 100 participants. week. The cost is $71 for pro- Gandalf Church at (269) 963- gram members or $103 for 0865. For more information, Join YMCA by Plymouth Y programs FAMILY YMCA community members. All par- call Larry Merx at (845) 837- Several spring offerings ticipants need a YMCA Youth 9438; or e-mail lmerx( •Offer vaJkJ at Livonia Family YMCA only, Savinos depend on memlKfship type. Offer valid wild 12-montt< agreement only. 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Kari scored 11 of her what kind of challenge awaited over the past couple of weeks," McGee (with junior D-man 17 points before the intermis- it Wednesday in a KLAA first said Salem head coach Ryan Mike Hochkins helping set up sion and Sara scored all eight round matchup against No. 2- Ossenmacher. "Our top players one of the tallies). of her points during that span. ranked Livonia Stevenson. stepped up and played very well. Jarvela kept his production Other key contributors for In mid-December, Stevenson "TTiey definitely took advan- level high against Farmington Canton inchided Robyn Mack pounded the Rocks 6-1 at tage of the opportunity to play with a goal and two assists. (eight points), Kayla Bridges Plymouth Cultural Center. But in the showcase" a three-day But he wasn't the only player to (seven points, five rebounds) this week's tilt, which took place event heavily scouted by junior make a big contribution. and Alyssa Cottrell (four after this issue of the Observer and college hockey teams. McGee scored twice and steals). The leading rebounder went to press, figured to be Ossenmacher added that assisted on Jarvela's goal while was Kari Schmitt, with seven. much closer. a 2-1 Vkin over Birmingham senior forward Mario Macari Northville's Meredith That's because the Rocks are Unified on Feb. 11 followed by a assisted twice, including a first- Williams led the Mustangs rolling, having captured the 4-2 victory the next day against period goal by junior forward — missing injured top scorer KLAA South Division as well as Farmington gives his team con- Garrett Berg. Katherine Jansen (broken knocking off both opponents at fidence and momentum enter- Collecting single assists were wrist) — with se\'en points. last week's prestigious Michigan ing the next phase of the season. junior forward Ryan Quigley "We stress defense and Interscholastic Hockey League "Hopefully we can build off and senior forward Ryan Blakey. rebounding, and I thought we Showcase in Trenton. this performance and play a did a pretty good job of that "We played solid team hockey solid game against Stevenson tsmith9homelownlife.com tonight," Samulski added. "We ran the floor well. It was a dif- ferent kind of zone we've seen this but I thought we PREP BOWLING RESULTS handled that well." BOYS DUAL MATCH RESULTS CANTON 22 8ILI8RESLER j SUff PHOTOGRAPHER SALEM OVERCOMES N0VI8 Feb. 12 at Super Bowl (Canton) In the Salem-Pl\Tnouth Launching a long-range jumper during the KLAA playoff opener is Canton's Canton scorers: Billy Keppen, I94-22I-415: Ross Terrasi, 204-194- game, the Rocks (second in CarolAnnSexauer(No. 21). 398>8,, AndreAndreww KleinKlein,, 227-157-384227-157-384:: Casey' BindasBindas,, 210-160-370210-160-370:: TrevoTrevorr Cummins, 137-174-311. Team totals: 972-906-1,878 (12 points): Baker Central) broke out to a 13-6 games: 1B8-I6B-356 (10 points). edge after one frame despite in the first half, she really did," scored 14 points and grabbed Novi team totals; 807-912-1,719 (8 points). Baker games: 187-160- some tentati\'e play and slop- Thomann said. eight rebounds, while Mann, 347 (0 points). SALEM 19 piness. The Wildcats (6-11, third Rachel Norman and Brett WAYNE II "We struggled a little bit, just in South) played the Rocks deBear all registered seven Feb. 12 at Super Bowl (Canton) points. Salem scorers:: Ryan darkClark,, 2i7-212-429217-212 , Shaun Schmidt, 152- taking care of the basketball on even terms in the second 223-375: Tyler Foley, 169-200-369; David Kikkila, 190-172-362; Kevin and getting the kind of shots with each squad tallying seven Plymouth's bright spots Wiiliams, 168: (splith 148. Team totals: 896-955-1.851 (9 points); we wanted," Thomann said. points, enabling Salem to lead included sophomore Rachael Baker games: 166-209-375 (10 points). Wayne scorers. Tony Lave, 216-208-424; Jeremy Brown, 161-187- But spark plug Tabitha 20-13 at the break. Hille and junior Alex Roberts, 348; Elliot Arnold, 192; Mike Gabriel, 188: Scott Franklin, 188; Mike Mann was ready from the get- Salem really iced the game who finished with nine Grandowicz, 164; Zack Huffman, 180: Kelley Collison, 172. Team and eight points, respec- totals: 941-935-1,876 (11 points). Baker games: 162-167-329 (0 points). go, scoring Salem's first six with a 13-6 fourth quarter. CANTON 21 points (she finished with seven "We had a little more focus" tively. Adding four was Taylor WAYNE 9 BIU BRESLEf) I STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER points) and pulling down a in the second half, Thomann Birman. Feb. 11 at Westland Bowl Canton scorers: Ross Terrasi, 243-203-446: Andrew Klein, 191-215- handful of rebounds. said. 406: Trevor Cummins, 227-154-381; Billy Keppen, 148-181-329; David Canton's Ross Terras! (right) Is congratulated after "She (Mann) did a nice job Senior guard Sara Stone [email protected] Blythe, 177; Casey Bindas, 142. Team totals: 951-930-1,881 (15 points); rolling a strike during a recent match. He bowled a 398 Baker games: l4-l94-340 (6 points). game Friday against Novi, second to teammate Billy Wayne scorers: Jeremy Brown, 225-219-442: Scott Franklin, 188- 176-364; Elliot Arnold, 189-154-343; Zack Huffman, 171; Tony Lave, 167: Keppen's 415. Mike Gabriel, 128; Mike Grandowicz, 115. Team totals: 897-835-1,732 UPCOMING SCHEDULE (5 points): Baker games: 166-143-309 (4 points). Baker games: 125-150-275 {4 points) JOHN GLENN 18.5 WAYNE 28 SALEM 11.5 BOYS BASKETBALL Friday, Feb. 19 KLAA South Meet at Salem, noon. CANTON 2 Feb. 11 at Westland Bowl Feb. 11 at Westland Bowl Friday, Feb. 19 KLAA Crossover vs. Canton KLAA Central Meet at S. Lyon, noon. Glenn scorers: Derrick Ammons, 223-183-406; Tommy Ruark, Wayne scorers: Stephani Harris, 234-154-388: Chelsey Priess, 166- at Arctic Edge. 8:30 p,m. GIRLS GYMNASTICS Plymouth Chnstian at Christiaa 6:30 p/n. 201-192.5-393.5: Kyle Hamlin, I98-187-385: Chris Harper, 209-172-381. 145-311; Tiffany Markham, 148-133-281; Chelsea Morneau, 121-154-275: (Kensington Conference Playoffs) Saturday. Feb. 20 Saturday, Feb. 20 Team totals; 999-898-1,897 (14.5 points): Baker games: 215-192-407 Deanna Boston, 117-138-255. Team totals: 786-724-1,510 {18 points): 180 at Canton. 7 p.m. Flint Powers vs. Sdlem KLAA Meet atW.L. Central TBA. (4 points). Baker games: 167-148-315 (10 points). PREP BOWLING Salem scorers Ryan Clark, 225-239-464; Shaun Schmidt, 234- TBO at Plymouth, 7 p.m. at Plymouth Cultural Center, 7:30 p.m. Canton scorers' Ashley Cadie, 165-166-331; Jackie Polaski, 137- 145-379; Oavid Nikkila, 179-192.5-371.5; Kyle Newcomb, 179-180-359. CHSL Final at O.L. SL Mary Rmk. TBA. Friday, Feb. 19 142-279; Charlotte Zimmer, 139-109-248: Ketsey Joseph, 80-152-232; Salem at TBO, 7 p.m. Team totals: 974-896-1,870 (l5 points); Baker games: 212-203-415 KLAATournamenI Cheisie Huz, 131; Cheryl Cosby, 114. Team totals; 635-700-1,335 (2 GIRLS BASKETBALL PREP WRESTLING (6 points). at Town N Country Lanes, 10 a.m. points); Baker games: 142-lo9-312 (0 points). Thursday, Feb. 18 Saturday, Feb. 20 (Individual Reglonals) (Kensington Conference Playoffs) Saturday, Feb. 20 GIRIS DUAL MATCH RESULTS JOHN GLENN 16 Canton at Salem,? p.m. Division 1 at Saline, TBA. CHSL Tourney at Astro Lanes, 9 am. KLAA CENTRAL STANDINGS SALEM 14 BOYS: 1. John Glenn, 11-1; 2. Salem, 9-1; 3. Canton, 6-5; 4. (tie) Plymouth at TBO, 7 p.m. Division 3 at Williamston. TBA. GIRLS COMPETITIVE CHEER reoFeb. 1I1I at ncMidiiWestlanud ounBowil Plymouth and Wayne Memorial, 4-6-1 each; 6. Novi, 2-8-1; 7. Northville, Friday, Feb. 19 Division 4 at Addison, TBA. Saturday, Feb. 20 Glenn scorers Alyssoison IKassab , 154-187-341; Khiry Sparks, 154- 0-10-1. BOYSSWIMMING&OIVING (Team Districts) University Liggett at Plymouth Christian, 7 p.m. 155-309; JulianneAyerss, 165-142-307"" ; Natalie Brown, 146; Meg.a n Overall records: John Glenn, 13-2: Salem, 11-3; Canton, 8-6; Wayne, PREP HOCKEY Friday. Feb. 19 Division 1 at Wayne, 10 a.m. Redmond. 134; Alyssa Bradkeiradke,. 121. Team totals: 706-739-l,44'5(1? 0 5-7-2; Plymouth, 5-8-1; Novi, 2-11-i; Northville, 1-12-1- points): Baker games: 153-144-297 (6 points). Thursday, Feb. 18 KLAA South Diving at Salem, 6:30 p.m. Division 2 at Carlelon Airport, noon. GIRLS: 1. Northville, 11-0; 2. John Glenn, 8-2; 3, Wayne, 8-4; 4. Salem scorers Rachel Amodio, 14j-177-320; Ashley Kretschmer. KLAA Central Oiving at S. Lyon. 6:30 p.m. Division 3 at Columbia Central, 4 p.m. Canton. 4-7-1; 5. Plymouth, 3-5-1; 6. Salem, 2-9; 7. Novi, 0-11, KLAA Crossover vs. Plymouth (59-143-302; Kristin Larkins, 152-146-298: Kristin Peltz, 121-128-249; Saturday, Feb. 20 Division 4 at M.H. 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Observer & Eccentric | Thursday, February 18,2010 1 B4 (CP) LOCAL SPORTS online at iiometownlife.com Seguin OT goal stings Sarnia 1\ier Seguins second goal Samia. of the game at 4:02 of over- Samia outshot Phuiouth, Best kind of assist time brought the PKniouth 14-5, in the first period and Whalers all the way back from led 3-1 after twenty min- a 4-1 deficit and the Whalers utes on a f>ower play goal on Little brothers score in hearts of the Plymouth Whalers defeated the Sarnia Sting, 5-4, Kerbashian (hai^ shot left in an Ontario Hockey League circle at 2:45), MacQueen BY NATALIE SHAVER game played before 2,586 (short handed set up out in CORRESPONDENT Saturday night at Compuware front of the Plymouth goal Arena, at 6:40) and Broussard (shot Some people might say little PKmouth broke a two-game right point at 19:42). Johnny Muller is lucky. losing streak and is now 33- Gaynor scored the only Johnny and his family last 22-0-2, good for 68 points, Plymouth goal of the first month attended their first second place in the OHLs period, snapping a shot from Plymouth Whalers game at West Di>ision and fourth the right side of the Samia Compuware Arena and watched seed in the OHL Western goal at 4:42. warmups from the penalty box. Conference playoff race. Alderson gave Sarnia a 4- Whalers goaltender Matt Sarnia remains in last place in 1 lead at 0:50 at the second Hackett skated over at the start the OHL with a record of 14- period when his shot from the of warmups and gave Johnny a 38-3-1. Sarnia is now 0-15-2-0 right circle eluded Plymouth goalie stick signed by the whole over its' last 17 games. goaltender Matt Hackett. team. Plymouth lost Feb. 10 in Hackett regrouped at that During the game, the Muller Guelph (6-3) and Feb. 11 in point in the game and pitched family sat in the front row of Saginaw (5-2). a shutout the rest of the game. Section 114 and saw all three Seguin described the game- GayTior won a faceoff in Whalers goals scored right in winning goal, which came the Samia zone and shoveled front of them in the 3-0 win on a power play with Sarnia's the puck to the right side of over Niagara. Craig Hottot serving a pen- the Sarnia crease to Hayes, Johnny even got a game puck. alty for tripping at 2:32 of the who scored at 14:08. Seguin After the game, Johnny overtime. On the play, Seguin cut the Sarnia lead to 4-3 at was lucky enough to catch carried the puck over the 17:03 with a rising shot that Ryan Hayes' Star of the Game Sarnia line, waited at the high Campbell reacted late on. shirt. He then got to go in the slot and then scored top-shelf Whalers locker room and meet pzist Samia goaltender Shayne NET CRASHER all the Whalers and get auto- Campbell, who was screen^ Seguin and AJ Jenks graphs. by WTialers forward Josh teamed up to set up Brown's Yep, Johnny's a pretty lucky Brittain. equalizer at 17:03 of the third kid, especially since his brain period. Brown skated hard tumors aren't cancerous. MANY CONTRIBUTORS through the Samia zone and Johnny and his family came Johnny Muller is all smiles in the Whalers locker room as goaltender Matt Hackett gets set to sign a team poster. In all, Seguin scored two redirected Seguin's pass from into contact with the Plymouth goals (38-39) and added two the high slot past Campbell. Whalers through the Friends so close to his facial nerves. Brothers Aidan assists. Seguin lezids the OHL With Hottot serving his pen- of Jaclyn program, which tries There was a 90-percent (left) and Johnny in scoring with 39 goals and alty in overtime, Samia had a to improve the quality of life chance he would lose func- Muller are 51 assists for 90 points in chance to score shorthanded for children with pediatric tion in half of his face if it was winning over 52 games. Joe Gaynor (13), when Kerbashian skated in brain tumors and their families removed. After a year, his the Plymouth R>'an Hayes (12) and lyier into Plymouth territory on by matching the child with a parents knew they would have Whalers these Brown (9) also scored for the the left wing, circled behind sports team. to chance the risky surgery days. Whalers. the Whalers goal and tried a The goal of Friends of Jaclyn because the tumor had doubled Kale Kerbashian (21), %vr^-around on the right side is that a deep bond will be Zack MacQueen (8), Daniel of the net but hit the outside of formed between the child, the Broussard (1) and Brandon the post. Seconds later, Seguin child's family and the sports 'NO HURT' Alderson (13) scored for scored the game-winner. team. Luckily, it was removed with The relationship is a priceless absolutely no nerve damage. gift. The gift is in the relation- The night it was removed, NOTICE OF SALE ship; a child is gaining a loving Johnny spoke some of his first MAYFLOWER TOWING support network and the team words: "no hurt." Until that is gaining an insight into the point, nobody knew that the 1179 STARKWEATHER KRISSY MULLER PLYMOUTH, MI 48170 value of life and the power of tumor had been causing him 734-459-0053 love. pain. left, and even hopping on his THEIR LUCKY CHARM The following vehicles will be sold at Public Auction for cash to "It's great to have Johnny The surgery also left Johnny right foot is quite a challenge. Hayes helped organize every- satisfy lien pursuant to F.S. 713.78 on February 25, 2010 at 10:00 and his younger brother Aidan with one of his most famous However, he loves sports and thing with the Muller family a.m. around us as we keep winning, trademarks — his mohawk. plays baseball and soccer and and has become a favorite of 1999 Dodge Grand Caravan 1B4GP44G6XB906786 it's as if they are our little luck Since doctors had to shave half now wants to start playing both Johnny and Aidan. 1996 Jeep Cherokee Sport 1J4FJ68S6TL231899 charms," Whalers forward Ryan his head to remove the tumor, hockey because of the Whalers. 1991 When kids tour the locker Chevrolet Corsica Lt 1G1LT53G9MY217492 Hayes said. "Myself and all the Johnny's parents shaved the 2005 Dodge Dakota Quad Cab 1D7HW48K85S180635 The Whalers are heavily room after the game, Hayes' boys love having them around other half to match, and the 1999 Ford Explorer 1FMZU32E2XUA54307 involved with the communit\' stall is a little squished as Aidan 1995 Saturn 812 1G8ZJ5275SZ146656 us even after the games. We look has stuck his whole life. and realize the biggest assist is a mainstay the whole time 1994 Ford Ranger 1FTCR10A9RTA28151 have all grown to know each After that tumor came out, doesn't have to come on the ice. and Johnny wanders back and 2000 Saab 9-3 Se YS3DF58K2Y2022688 other, which is great, not only things still weren't quite right The relationship Johnny has forth between sitting in Hayes 1991 BMW 525i Automatic WBAHD6313MBJ65367 for Johnny, but for us and the ' and Johnny went from doctor built with all his new broth- and Seguin's stalls. Publish: Fpbruary 18,2010 organization as well. 0600090449 • 2*23 to doctor until finally an MRI ers on the Whalers has had an The Whalers are reaping the "Not many (of the players) of his brain showed a mass in immediate impact on everyone. benefits of their new best buddy understood what we were doing his right cerebellum. This was Johnny met another mem- as well. Although Seguin prom- at first by taking in Johnny, but a bittersweet find because it ber from the Friends of JaclvTi ised Johnny a goal for his first PLYMOUTH-CANTON COMMUNITY SCHOOLS the team has come together finally made all his symptoms program at his first game and game against Niagara, it didn't NOTICE TO BIDDERS and realized what it means to make sense. realized for the first time that happen. Johnny said it was fine the family as well as Johnny to The area his tumor is in con- he isn't the only kid with a brain and knew Seguin would score be around a team-like atmo- trols balance and sensory func- tumor. a goal for him soon. He just The Board of Education of the Plymouth-Canton Community sphere." tion. Because of this, many of He has stepped up his physi- needed to touch the stick for Schools invites all interested and qualified companies to submit a Johnny's family knew some- his symptoms mimic autism. cal therapy because he wants good luck. proposal for Prescription Drug Carve Out/Repricing. Specifications thing was a little different about Although his left side should to get his legs strong enough Some might think Seguin and bid forms are available by contacting Brenda Armour, him early on. He didn't walk Underwriting Consultant at (248) 502-1108. Technical questions be affected since the tumor is to skate as fast as his favorite has the lucky touch, but maybe should also be directed to Brenda Armour Sealed proposals are until he was 18 months old on the right side of his brain, player, Tyler Seguin. it's Johnny's touch as Seguin due to the PCCS • E.J McClendon Educational Center located on and didn't speak much at all. the tumor sits low in the cer- Although he's good with immediately went on a career- 454 S. Harvey, Plymouth, MI on or before 1:00 p,m,, Monday, March His doctor thought he might ebellum and actually controls numbers, Johnny's tumors best tying six-game goal streak. 22, 2010, The Board of Education reserves the right to accept and/ be somewhere on the autism the same side of the body that make it difficult to remem- The Whalers also reeled off or reject all bids, as they judge to be in the best interest of the spectrum, but could not give a it is in. ber names and faces. Doctors seven wins in a row. beginning school district. diagnosis. Johnny is naturalh' right- believe the Whalers can help with that Jan. 16 game against Board of Education Johnny's first tumor was handed, but because of the Johnny since he can match Niagara. Ply mouth-Canton Community Schools discovered when he was 2 weakness in that side he started names and faces with their 'It's great to see their faces Nancy Eggenberger, Secretary years old. When he went to the training himself to use his left numbers, but Johnny has no before and after the games," doctor, his parents were told hand to write and do many trouble remembering his favor- Hayes said. "We know our lucky Publiah: February 18 and 25,2010 0606690661 2K9 Johnny had the mumps and other things. ite No. 9, Seguin. charms are with us at our home were sent home. He still switches back and Although Johnny has four games." They waited a couple of weeks forth between hands, depend- favorite players in Seguin, "There is no doubt in Johnny's and returned to the doctor ing on how he's feeling, and even Hayes, AJ Jenks and Matt mind that he is the team's good when the lump didn't go away. keeps a right- and left-handed Hackett, Aidan's favorite is eas- CITY OF PLYMOUTH luck charm," added Johnny's They were then sent to an ear, mitt with him when playing ily Hayes and he can always be mom. Krissy. 2010 MARCH BOARD OF REVIEW nose and throat doctor, who baseball because he never knows found near his locker. Guess little Johnny Muller is said it was a tumor. which one will feel right. In the Niagara game, Hayes lucky. The tumor was located on Johnny has trouble balanc- tallied a goal and two assists The City of Plymouth Board of Review will be conducting the 2010 his parotid gland in front of his ing, jumping, skipping and in the 3-0 win, but it was after Natalie Shaver is sales and market- March Board of Review and will convene in the City Commission ear and Johnny's doctors didn't even running. His right side is the game and off the ice that he ing administrator for the Plymouth Chambers, 201 S. Main Street, Plymouth. MI 48170, for an want to remove it because it was considerably weaker than his made the biggest impact. Whalers. Organization Meeting to be held on Wednesday. March 3, 2010 from 9:00 a.m. to 10:00 a.m. The regular Board of Review schedule is as follows: CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF PLYMOUTH Wednesday. March 3, 2010 from 10:00 a.m. to 6:00 p.m, NOTICE OF HEARING Thursday, March 4, 2010 from 3:00 p.m. to 9:00 p.m. ASSESSMENT BOARD OF REVIEW GET EXTRA CA$H! 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Langmesser, CMC City Clerk Please come prepared as a ten (lOi minute time limit before the Board of Review will be strictly adhered to. 1-800-579-7355 Publiih F»bniUY 11. 18.25.2010 Publuh. Pibruftry 11, HA 18.2010 •« lin«xJdttoNil Ikw miy b« added fot aitni tort. llmllKl «ln OOMNM RU online at hometownlife.com I FILTER I Observer & Eccentric | Thursday. February 1S, 2010 (CP) B5 Savory suppers feature heart-healthy ingredients Combine orange juice, It's not as hard as you labels, look for foods that are shrimp, tarragon, olive oil, gin- might think to make heart rich in vitamin C. Vitamin C ger and shallot in a zipper-seal healthy food choices that are can support hearth health by plastic bag. Seal bag securely; still irresistibly good. Dr. helping to neutralize free radi- toss gently to combine ingredi- Richard Collins, The Cooking cals that may contribute to cell ents. Marinate for 1 hour in the Cardiologist, says that sup- and tissue damage — damage refrigerator. porting one's heart may be as that may contribute to'the Prepare rice noodles accord- simple as learning which foods development of chronic health ing to package directions. promote heart health and how issues like heart disease and Drain and combine with to incorporate them into regu- cancer. Many fruits and vege- sesame seed oil; toss to coat lar meals. tables and their juices, such as evenly; reserve. Spray wok with nonstick "A lot of people tlnnk being 100 percent orange juice, are cooking spray and heat over heart healthy requires a whole excellent sources of vitamin C. medium heat. Drain shrimp lifestyle overhaul, which may • Not all fats are bad. Wliile mixture; reserve 'h cup mari- be a key deterrent, particularly you should avoid saturated nade and discard remaining for adults who are set in their fats and trans fats, omega-3 marinade. Add shrimp and ways." Collins said. 'There are fats may help reduce the risk reserved 'A cup of marinade to many easy steps you can take of heart disease and stroke. wok; bring to a boil and stir to help support heart health Omega-3 fats are found in fry shrimp for 1 to 2 minutes. — from substituting ingredi- foods such as walnuts, flax- Add snow peas; stir fry for 3 ents in recipes to choosing the seed and fatty fish, such as more minutes, just until snow right beverages and making salmon or tuna. peas are tender crisp and the most of the activities you Try these savory recipes shrimp is cooked through. Add already enjoy. Many heart for Orange Tarragon Ginger sesame seeds and chili sauce, if healthy steps can be relatively Shrimp with Rice Noodles desired. Remove from heat and quick and easy to incorporate and Orange-Apricot Chicken add reserved rice noodles; toss and don't have to break your Tagine — two easy ways to to combine and serve immedi- ately. budget." serve up heart healthy meals For example, 100 percent that you're sure to enjoy. orange juice is a refrigerator Visit vmw.FloridaJuice.com ORANGE-APRICOT CHICKEN TAGINE Orange-Apricot Chicken Tagine staple that may help support for more heart healthy reci- A tagine is a cooking pot commonly heart health. It can even go pes and information on heart used in North African countries, 2 tablespoons fresh cilantro, such as Morocco and Algeria. It chopped beyond the breakfast table — health. consists of tu'O pieces — a plate-like one cup added to your favorite ORANGE TARRAGON GINGER SHRIMP bottom and a conical-shaped lid. 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Garnish with cashews 1 teaspoon ground cinnamon and cilantro; serve immedi- ciously good-for-you choices: tions 1 saffron thread, optional ately. • Use nut oils such as sesame 1 tablespoon sesame seed oil ) {15-ounce) can garbanzo beans, seed, walnut or almond in Serving suggestion: Serve Nonstick cooking spray Orange-Apricot Chicken Tag- your salad dressing to enhance drained 2 cups fresh snow peas ine with cooked couscous. flavor and add heart healthy 1 cup dried apricots ingredients to a salad. 1 tat)lespoon toasted sesame seeds 1cup diced fresh tomatoes • When reading nutrition 1 tablespoon Asian hot chili sauce, \ cup cashews, chopped and toasted Courtesy of Family Features Orange Tarragon Ginger Shrimp vyith Rice Noodles optional Stay informed in the new year with a suhscription to your hometown Observer Newspaper! 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"I feel fortunate to have the opportunity," Bir Science is the star in a National Geogr^hic said, describing her involvement with the show, Channel series that uses technology to test and which is produced in California. She also is lead measure the capabilities of fighters, martial arts scientist on ESPN Sport Science, which won an experts, soldiers and SWAT officers. Emmy award. Cynthia Bir, lead scientist on Fight Science, "Someone asked me, would you ever do this wouldn't have it any other way. (the show) full time? Would Wayne State lose "I think it's good to put science out there in you? I couldn't. I need Wayne State. What I learn front of kids. There is enough of what 1 call eye here I apply there (to the show). Self defense instructor Bren Foster and Wayrie State University biomechanics expert Cindy Bir prep for the candy on the show that kids can relate to. They "I love what I do. I love the research," she said. anatomical weadnesses test. watch that and then you put the science in front "I have an Emmy on my mantle at home. It's nice, of them," said Bir, a Plymouth resident and pro- it's fun...but it s another world. It's nothing I set I've conducted in the lab and fessor of biomechanical engineering at Wayne out to do. It just happened." took to the set and incorporated State University. into the show. A lot of what we "I've brought high school classes to my lab MATH BACKGROUND do on a day to day basis is what and talked to them zibout what I do and what Bir earned a nursing degree, before earning we do in the show." biomechanical engineering is and that's all part a master's degree in bioengineering from the Bir juggles teaching with trav- of getting kids excited about science. It makes it University of Michigan, a master's degree in el for the show, as well as schol- real for them. Its an application of what they're mechanical engineering, and a Ph.D. in biomedi- arly conferences and research. learning." cal engineering, from Wayne State. She's also married, to a patent Fight Science's fourth show of this season, "I've always had a strong math background and attorney, and together they have "Human Weapon," airs at 9 p.m. today. "Super I'm very mechanically inclined. When you put the four children, ages 16,14,8 and 5. Cops," the fifth episode rounds out the series at human body into that as well, that's when it gets "It's as little tricky," she 9 p.m., Feb. 25. Episodes from previous seasons exciting." described her schedule. will be replayed March 4 and 11. Check www. She works with the orthopedic surgery depart- channel.nationalgeographic.com and click on ment in the school of medicine as well as the FROM MONKS TO PLANES Fight Science for more broadcast times. Bioengineering Center in the school of engineer- She also has worked with the Super Cops incorporates a lot of Bir's research itig. History Channel on a program on evaluating body armor and less-lethal tech- "Five years ago we had a call from an executive about individuals with "superhu- nology, such as rubber bullets, water cannons producer saying they were looking to do a show man" abilities. During the show, and stunt hand grenades. In the episode, SWAT Fight Science. They asked if we wanted to she evaluated the punching and officers test their techniques and equipment in be involved. We've done a lot of work with USA striking abilities of a Shaolin simulated conflicts and sensor-equipped dum- Boxing and they had seen some of that work." monk on a crash dummy. Xiao Jun Wang and Wayne State Unieristy biomechanics expert Cindy Bir mies are used to test the effects of less-than- Bir figured it would be a "once in a lifetime Next month, she'll work with prepare for a spear test on "Flight Science." Wang practices chi-gong and lethal weapons. thing" that she'd never repeat, but after the first one of three scientific teams test- uses tal chi to protect his body from the spear. In one demonstration during tonight's Human season's one episode, the producers suggested a ing the outcome of a "survivable" Weapon episode, self-defense experts show how season two and "it snowballed from there." plane crash in Mexico. The crash and testing will "Our group is charged with the dummies. It's to apply force to a weak point on an opponent s In the meantime, she began working with be filmed by a British production company. supposed to be a failed landing, a survivable body to disable the attacker. Sports Science. They're going to crash a full size 727 with crash, so we'll look at the types of injuries sus- Bir uses one finger, applied to the philthrum, 'The National Geographic Channel shows are crash test dummies on the plane," she said. tained." the area between the nose and upper lip, to stop a little more in depth in terms of the science we "Because it's such a big cost, they want to get as She said two pilots would fly the plane to a much stronger man. The pressure creates put into them. It's a ver>' different feel to the show, much scientific information out of it as we can the targeted area and parachute out before it enough leverage to push the neck back at about more serious and intense. There's a lot of research glean from it. crashed. 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Feb. 26, tickets $12, $9 for sub- Detroit Science Center scribers; Blue Water Ramblers, 8 p.m., Mike Mangione and His Band play Location: 995 West Ann Arbor Trail, downtown Plymouth Feb. 26 at Trinity House Theater in Time/Date "Black Holes" in the planetarium; "Accidental Mummies of Feb. 27, tickets $12, $9 for subscribers; Detaiis: Yuroz is the artist of the month Livonia. Guanajuanto" through April 11 Contact: (888) 889-4ART (toil free) or (734)453-5400 Stacey Earle and Marek Stuart, 8 p.m.. Location; 5020 John R, Detroit March 5, tickets $15, $12 for subscribers: Rachele Eve with Ben Salazar, 8 Contact: (313) 577-8400, www.detroitsciencecenter.org Northville Art House p.m., March 6, tickets $12, $9 for subscribers; Michael McDermott with John Time/Date Through Feb. 26; D, Lamb, 8 p.m., March 12. tickets $15, $12 for subscribers; Jill Jack with Luke Greenfield Village Location: 215 W. Cady, Northviiie Brindley, 8 p.m. March 13, tickets $15, $12 for members; Brooks Williams and Time/Date: "Good Design: stories from Herman Miller" through April 25 Details: 4th annual exhibition showcasing the varied styles and mediums of Beaucoup Blue, 8 p.m. March 19, tickets $15, $12 for subscribers; Annie and Location: 20900 Oakwood Blvd.. Dearborn more than 50 artist members Rod Capps, 8 p.m., March 20, tickets $15, $12 for subscribers; Gemini, 8 p.m., Details: The touring exhibition explores the problem-solving design process Contact; (248) 344-0497 or visit www.northvillearls.org March 27, tickets $15. $12 for subscribers employed at the world-renowned West Michigan-based furniture company Location: 38840 West Six Mile, Livonia Herman Miller inc. Developed in collaboration with the Muskegon Museum Contact: (734) 464-6302, www.trinityhouse.org of Art, the exhibition draws upon The Henry Ford's Herman Miller Design COMEDY Collection, a comprehensive archive of the company's innovative processes and products, most of which have never been on public view. Time/Date: Various show times Wednesdays thru Sundays FAMILY Contact: (313) 982-6001 or thehenryford.org Location: 261E. Nine Mile, Ferndale The Ark Historic Greenmead Details: Improv most nights. Open mic/jam session show for improvlsers is Time/Date; 7:30 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 21 and 1 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 22 Time/Date; Presidential Tea at the Blue House, 3 p.m. and 5 p.m.. Feb. 27 10 p,m, Wednesdays Location; 316 S, Main, Ann Arbor Location; 20501 Newburgh, Livonia Contact: (248) 327-0575; www.gocomedy.net Details: 23rd Annual Storytelling Festival featuring Bill Lepop and Linda Details: Sample crab bisque, nibble on tea sandwiches, scones and desserts JD's House of Comedy Gorham; tickets are $20 Saturday and and hear Mary Ann Wheeler speak about the Lincoln family; $25 advance tick- Time/Date: Various show times Wednesday-Saturday evenings $10 Sunday ets only Location; 25333 W. 12 Mile, inside Star Theatre complex, Southfield Contact; (734) 763-8587; www.theark. Coming Up; Lecture series presented by the 17th Michigan Civil War Re-enac- Details: Stand-up shows, 8 p.m. Thursday and 8 p.m., 10:30 p.m. Friday- org tors, 7 p.m., and 9 p.m., March 16. in the Alexander Blue House Saturday; Apollo amateur night, 8 p.m. Wednesday Bakers Keyboard Lounge Contact: (248) 477-7375 Contact: (248) 348-2420 or www.ticketmaster.com Time/Dates; 2-5 p.m. Sundays Plymouth Historical Museum Joey's Comedy Club of Livonia Details: Jazz for Kids Program Time/Dates: "Show and Tell Collectibles" exhibit, through June 13 Time/Date; 8 p.m. Mondays, Open Mic; 8 p.m. Tuesdays. Local Legends; 8 p,m, Location; 20510 Livernois Ave., Location: 155 S. Main, Plymouth shows Wednesdays, Thursdays; 8 p.m. & 10:30 p.m. Fridays, Saturdays Detroit Contact: (734) 455-8940, www.plymouthhistory.org Location: 36071 Plymouth Road, Livonia Contact; (313) 345-6300, www.baker- Washtenaw Community College Details: Steve McGew, Feb. 18-20; Ty Barnett, Feb, 25-27, Ruben Paul, March 3- skeyboardlounge.com Time/Dates; The Great Lakes Shipwreck Festival, held in conjunction with the 6; Sheila Kay, March 10-13; Jay Black, March 17-20; Myq Kaplan, March 24-27 Detroit Institute of Arts Dossin Great Lakes Museum and the Ford Seahorses, Saturday, Feb. 27 Contact; (734) 261-0555, www.kickerscomplex.com Time/Dates: 2 p.m. Sundays A polar bear strolls through the snow Location: 4800 East Huron River Drive. Ann Arbor Details: Target Family Sundays, sto- Mark Ridley's Comedy Castle at the Detroit Zoo. Details; $15 in advance Time/Date; Joe Starr's combination of comic storytelling and physical rytelling, performances, free with Contact: www.shipwreckfestival.org humor, Feb. 18-20; Denver native Phil Palisoul, Feb. 25-27; Gary Valentine, a admission series regular on "The King of Queens." March 4-6; Brooklyn native Brian Location: 5200 Woodward, Detroit Soolaro, March 11-13; Bret Ernst, who appeared in the movie "Beer League," Contact; (313) 833-7900, www.dia.org SOMTHING DIFFERENT and hosted MTVs "Wrestling Society X," March 18-20 Marquis Theatre Rock Financial Center Time/Date; 2 - 9:30 p.m. Thursday-Friday, Feb. 25-26; 10 a.m. • 9 p.m. Saturday, Location: 269 E. Fourth, Royal Oak Time/Dates; 2;30 p.m. all shows; Saturday, March 13,20,27, April 10,17,24 Feb, 27 and 10 a.m. - 5 p.m. Sunday, Feb. 28 Contact; (248) 542-9900, www.comedycastle.com and May 1; Monday-Friday, April 5-9; and Sunday. March 14,21,28, April 11,18, Location- 46100 Grand River Ave. between Novi and Beck Roads in Novi 25 and May 2 Details: Cottage & Lakefront Living Show exhibits include log, timber frame Location: 135 E. Main, Northville CONCERTS and cedar homes, cottage rental, designers, cottage furnishings, lakefront Details- "Peter Cottontail," tickets, $8.50. ages 3 and up The Ark homebuilders and realtors, lakeshore maintenance, boats and docks, outdoor Contact: (248) 349-8110, www.northvillemarQuistheatre.com Time/Date; Marc Cohn, Feb. 18; Terri recreational equipment, non-profit environmental organizations, government Clark Unplugged and Alone, Feb. 19; Detroit Zoo agencies, financing and other products and services. Ideas to increase your Blackthorn, Feb. 21 - a fund-raiser for Time/Date; 10 a.m.-4 p.m. through March outdoor living space are incorporated in the landscape displays of fireplaces, the American Cancer Society Action Location: 1-696 service drive and Woodward, Royal Oak cooking options, patios, decks and gardening products. Sandcastle contest and Network, Feb. 21, Catie Curtis, (folk- Details; Admission is $11 for adults 15 to 61, $9 for senior citizens 62 and older, demonstration and Whisper in the Woods fine art display and sale. Admission is rock) March 3; Monte Montgomery, and $7 for children ages 2 to 14; children under 2 are free. Wild Winter Weekends $10; $4 for children 6-14 and children 5 and under admitted free (acoustic guitar) March 4; Howie offer crafts, entertainment, educational experiences March 6-7 Contact; www.NoviCottageShow.com or call (800) 328-6550 Day. (rock-influenced) March 5; Po' Contact: (248)541-5717 Girl, (Canadian 21st Century roots THEATRE music) March 6; Richard Shindell, FILM (folk, storytelling songs) March 7; Barefoot Productions Scythian, (Celtic) March 8; Horse Penn Theatre Time/Date: 8;40 p.m., Feb. 19-20 and 26-27; 2 p.m.. Feb. 21 Feathers, (Western) March 10; Caravan Time/Dates: "The Twilight Saga; New Moon," 7 p.m. and 9:20 p.m.. Feb. 19-20 Location: 240 N. Main, Plymouth of Thieves, (gypsy jazz) March 11; Joe and 5 p.m. and 7:20 p.m., Feb. 21 Details: "Rope," by Patrick Hamilton, the play that inspired the classic Alfred Henry, (mixed genre) March 12; Justin Location: 760 Penniman Ave., Plymouth Hitchcock film Roberts & The Not Ready for Naptime Details: $3 admission Contact; (734) 582-9688; www.justgobarefoot.com Players, (rock music for kids) March Coming up: "The Young Victoria," 7 p.m. and 9 p.m., Friday-Saturday, Feb. 26- Terri Clark brings her "Unplugged & Spotlight Players 13; The Band of Heathens (country and 27; 5 p.m. and 7 p.m., Sunday, Feb. 28; "Sherlock Holmes," 7 p.m. and 9;20 p.m. Alone" tour to The Ark in Ann Arbor Time/Date: 8 p.m., Feb. 19-20 and 26-27; and 2 p.m., Feb, 20-21 and 27-28 Americana) March 13; Lehto & Wright Friday-Saturday, March 5-6 and 5 p.m. and 7:20 p.m., Sunday, March 7 Feb. 19. Location; Village Theater. 50400 Cherry Hill, Canton (folk rock) March 14 Contact: (734) 453-0870. www.pennthealre.com Details: "Barefoot in the Park;" tickets are $18 for adults, 19-59; and $16 for Location: 316 South Main, Ann Arbor Redford Theatre senior citizens over age 59 and students, under age 19 Contact; (734) 763-8587; www.theark.org Time/Date; 8 p.m. Feb. 19 and 2 p.m. and 8 p.m.. Feb. 20 Contact; (734) 480-4945; www,spotlightplayersmi.org Bluefish Music Location; 17360 Lahser, Detroit Details: "Flying Down to Rio," starring Fred Astaire and Ginger Rogers; tickets Time/Date; 8 p.m., Thursday, Feb. 25 are $4 Location; 744 Starkweather St., Plymouth Coming up: "A Day at the Races," with The Marx Brothers and Margaret Details; Bobby Pennock and guitar player Terry Birkett perform songs from Dumont. 8 p.m., March 5-6 and 4 p.m., March 6 the CD "10,000 Stories" as well as some new songs from two upcoming CDs. Contact; www.redfordtheatre.com The show is free Contact: (734) 927-0675 "MARTIN SCORSESE'S Detroit Institute of Arts SHUTTER ISLAND'SIZZLES Time/Date: Friday Night Live concerts, 7 and 8;30 p.m. WITH SO MUCH NERVE-FRYING SUSPENSE Location: 5200 Woodward Ave THAT IT'S HOT TO THE TOUCH." Contact; (313) 833-7900, www.dia.org Genettis Hole in the Wall Time/Date: 7 p.m., Friday, Feb. 19 Location; 108 E. Main, Northville Details; Performance Benefit for Haiti Relief, an evening of local actors, musicians, dancers, poets and artists devoting their time and talent to help the people of Haiti. Suggested donation is $5 Contact: (248)767-2339 Hill Auditorium Time/Date; Swedish Radio Choir. 4 p.m., Sunday. Feb. 21. $10-$50 tickets; Location; 825 N. University Avenue, Ann Arbor I Details; University Musical Society events Contact; (734) 764-2538 JWH Center for the Arts Time/Date; 6;15-6;45 p.m., open mic sign up; performances, 7 p.m. Next per- formance is Saturday. Feb. 20 Location: 774 N. Sheldon, Plymouth Details: Matt Allen & Friends are the featured performers; host is Jeff LEONARDO DiCAPRIO Karoub. Baseline Folk Society open mic is for acoustic, folk and traditional musicians. Admission is $5. BaseLine Folk Society open mic runs every third SHUnEKlSIMND Saturday of the month through May Contact: Mike Mullen, founder, [email protected] Magic Bag Time/Dates: The Mega 80's, Feb. 19 and 27; Frontiers, Feb. 20, PBM & Jamie McCarthy, Feb. 26; 40oz. To Freedom. March 2; Reverend Peyton's Big Damn Band, March 4; Laith Al Saadi & Back Forty, March 5 Location: 22920 Woodward, Ferndale Contact: (248) 544-3030. www.lhemagicbag.com Max M. Fisher Music Center Time/Date; 10;45 a.m., and 8 p.m., Feb. 18; 8:30 p.m., Feb. 19-20; and 3 p.m., Feb. 21 Details The Detroit Symphony Orchestra and Ontario-based rock group, Jeans 'N Classics, play the music of the Beach Boys; tickets range from $19 to $123 pu*M:KiJ¥Wi nl WSTTOEP ^ J7 wamBeiw Detroit Opera House • Feb. 23-March 14 PHOENiXm^ -~-ri• SS " Location: 3711 Woodward Ave. Detroit » » » ' ' Tickets at Fisher Theatre hox office. Tickelmaster.com, $hiitt*r1sUnd.coin Contact: (313)576-5111 800-9B2-2787 & all tkketmaster outlets IN THEATRES FRIDAY, FEBRUARY 19 Music Hall Jazz Cafe Groups of 124:313-B71-1132 or email [email protected] Info: 313-872-1000 • -BROADWAYOETROIT.com _ T«I ISLAND to 33247 for movl« ttiriM and tnobll* updMM ffom Pvtmouni! Teiiirtiili(HleiiIkelisleil.cn ltl|liillriihiTcitlrecH4ii|H^^ (*) Observer & Eccentric | Thursday, February 18,2010 BELIEFS S VALUES online at hometownlife.com RELIGION sing at the Lenten midweek service; Location: 574 S. Sheldon, Plymouth Religion cdiendar items appear on townllfe.com. Details The church is coming lo 8200 N. Wayne Road. Westland a free will offering will be accepted Thursdays on a space available basis. Details. A cappella choral groups, Canton in the fall and is introducing Details All you can eat pancake and for the meal To submit an item, e-mail sdargay^ "BackBeat" and "TrebleMakers" from itself to the community through French toast breakfast: $3 lor adults Contact; (734) 522-6830 hometownlife.com or write: Religion Northville High School, will perform: Bible studies. This study will cover and $1.50 for children, ages 2-10 Calendar, Observer Newspapers. 615 Garden City Presbyterian FEB. 18-24 admission is a free will offering the final week of Jesus' life and min- Menu includes pancakes, French W. L3f3yette-2nd Level, Detroit, Ml Christ Our Savior Lutt^eran Time/Date 7 p.m., Feb. 20 Contact: (734) 453-0190, Ext. 16, or istry from his entry into Jerusalem 48226, Attn; Sharon Dargay. Item toast, ham, sausage, scrambled Location: 1841 Middlebelt www.stjohnsplYmouth.org must include Ihe venue address and Church through his resurrection eggs, applesauce, lea, coffee, milk Details: Aaron Lucas & Co. performs phone number and any admission Time/Date: 5:30 p.m. meal and Living Peace Church Contact; (313) 937-1199 and juice. Sponsored by St, Theodore Contact: (734) 421-7620 or e-mail to costs for events. Items must be Bible study: worship service at 7:30 Time^ate: 6:30-8 p.m.. Thursdays, Council of Orthodox Christian Men's Club. [email protected] beginning Feb, 18 and Sundays, submitted at least a week in advance p.m., Wednesday. Feb. 24 Churches of Metropolitan Detroit Contact: (734) 425-4421 of publication. Feel free to send Location: 14175 farmington Road, St. John's Episcopal Church beginning Feb. 21 Time/Date: 6 p.m., Feb. 21 a related photo in jpg form. For a north of 1-96, in Livonia Time/Date: 4:30 p.m., Sunday, Feb. Location: Small-group Bible studies Location: Antiochian Orthodox complete listing online, go to home- Details' The Lutheran Choraliers will 21 meet in private homes Basilica of St. Mary, 18100 Merriman, FEB. 25- Livonia Congregation Beth Ahm Time/Date 6 p.m., Feb. 28 Details: This is the first of five Location: 5075 W. Maple, West Sunday Lenten Vespers. The Very Bloomfield Rev. Roman Star of St, Innocent of Details: 78th Annual Inter- Irkutsk Orthodox Church. Redford, Congregational Men's Club Dinner president of the Orthodox Clergy with guest speaker Oakland County Brotherhood of St. John Chrysostom Sheriff Michael J. Bouchard, Cost of Metropolitan Detroit and spiritual is $54 per person and will include advisor to the COCC, will preside kosher dinner catered by Paul Wertz at the service, assisted by other of Kosher Too Catering, Advance members of the Clergy Brotherhood. Obituaries, Memorials & Remembrances reservations are required. The Very Rev. Archimandrite Joseph (Morris), abbot of St. Gregory Contact: Members of local syna- 1-800-579-7355 • fax 313-496-4968 Palamas Greek Orthodox Monastery, gogues and temples may contact email: [email protected] Hayesville, Ohio, will be the homilist. their Men's Club or Brotherhood An inter-Orthodox choir under the by Feb. 1 to make reservations and View Passages Online: www.hometownHfe.com direction of Victoria Kopistiansky, advance payment. Others may make choir director at Holy Trinity reservations through Beth Ahm by JO SCHELLMAT Orthodox Church, Detroit, will sing calling Ron Jedwab by phone at (D€f ROGERS) during the service. Refreshments (248) 788-3068 or by e-mailing him Age 54, of Farmington, passed away will be served after the service at dannysldad^comcast.net or by February 6, 2010. Arrangements by mailing a check in the amount of $54 THAVER.ROCK Funeral Home Contact: Robert Mitchell, at (313) Farmington. 204-5103 or e-mail to rmitc02@ per person (payable to Cong. Beth ameritech.net Ahm Men's Club) to; Beth Ahm (ATTN: JOAN A. VAN DYKE Ron Jedwab / Men's Club), 5075 79, of Traverse City, formerly of St. Theodore Catholic Church West Maple Road, West Bloomfield Livonia, passed away in her home Time/Date: 8:30 a.m.-noon, Sunday, • A Wednesday, February 15, 2010 with Ml 48322 the caring help of Munson Hospice Feb, 21 BETTY ALMBURG BURKE "BUCK" JOHNSON Joan is survived by her two daughters GARY B. NAVARRE Location; St. Theodore Social Hall, Gair Van Dyke and Lea (Gary) Wood, Died Fcbn]ar> 11, 2010. age 83, Age 77, of Punta Gorda, FL passed Passed away on February Please see CALENDAR, B9 daughter-in-law Ann Van Dyke and Beloved wife of the lale Paul. Dear away February 14, 2010. He was bom 12, 2010 at the age of 76. three grandsons; Tim Wood, Scott Mother of Scott, Tim (Dariene). Beth January 3, 1933 in Nankin, Ml to Bom in Monroe, Michigan Van Dyke, and Paul Van Dyke. Joan (Stuart) Delajie>. and the late Jeff. Cliflon and Anna Johnson. He served and was a veteran of the was preceded in death by her husband Grandmother of Sean and Cara in the US Army. He retired from the Korea Conflict. Graduated with a Robert Van Dyke, Sr., and her son Delanev, Preceded in death by par- City of Westland, Ml where he had B.S. from Eastern Michigan Robed Van Dyke, Jr. Those wishing ents, Edward Tuttle and Ella worked as a Heavy Equipment University. M.S. from the University to honor her memory with a charita- Stomberg Tuttle, Graduate of Operator and an Animal Control of Oregon and an Ed.D from Wayne ble contribution arc asked to consider Madonna University, Long time Officer. He moved to this area in 1991 State University. Professor emeritus Cherryland Amateur Radio Club or Livonia resident, and member of St. from Westland. Buck was a member of from Eastem Michigan University. Munson Hospice. The family is being Paul's Presbyterian Church for almost the American Legion Post 251, the Also worked as a teacher, school psy- 50 years. Visitation Manns-Ferguson Moose Lodge 2121, the Eagles #4104 served by Reynolds JonkhofT Funeral Workshop chologist and Director of Special Home, Traverse City, Ml. Funeral Home 17000 Middlebelt (S. and attended Bethany Evangelical Services at various southeastern of 6 Mile) on Saturday, February 20th Lutheran Church. He loved spending Michigan school districts. Received a from 2 to 5 p.m. and 6 to 8 p.m. In time in his garage with friends and Green Cross Life Saving Award from State Sunday, February 21st 2 p.m. was an avid motorcycle enthusiast. He Ohio for saving five lives on Lake until time of Services, 3 p.m. at St. is survived by his loving wffe of 29 Erie. Self-described lovable curmudg- combines prayer Paul's Presbyterian Church 27475 5 years, Linda Diane Johnson; children, eon, survived by his wife Nancy; sons Mile Road. Livonia. Memorials are Dianna Rose Linder; Clifton (Treasa) Jeffrey and Steven (Veronica) suggested lo the Open Door program Johnson. Shiela (Rodney) Peace, Ann Navarre and siblings Beveriy Dines, at Fort Street Presbyterian Church, or Marie Johnson; grandchildren, Jessica. Sam Navarre and Carolyn Navarre St. Paul's, Online Guestbook at; Crystal, Patricia, CJ, Taylor, Sara Chiera, Services were held on Wed al and wellness www.mannsfuneralhome.com (Nick). Sarina, Breann, Jesse, Brittney, the First United Methodist Church of Joey; great grandchildren. Heather, Plymouth. Contributions are suggest- April. Jonathan. Alexis, Lorianna. ed to the Halmhuber-Navarre BY SHARON DARGAV Michael, De'Mya; mother-in-law, Jean Endowed Scholarship, c/o Eastem OSE STAFF WRITER Johnson; many nieces, nephews and Michigan University Foundation. extended family. He was preceded in 1349 S. Huron Street, Ypsilanti, Ml Praying comes as naturally to Sandy Baumann as death by his parents, his sister Pauline 48197 or the Salvation Army. Share HOWARD PAYTON WHITE Hedger and a brother, Phillip Johnson. breathing. your special thoughts and memories Chelsea, Michigan. Age 90, The Visitation will be from 1:00 pm at: wwnv.schrader-liowelLcom. died Friday. February 12 The Farmington woman talks to God about everything till 5:00 pm, Friday, February 19,2010 2010 at Chelsea Retirement — from wellness and safety, to the earth and crops, to at the Kays-Ponger & Uselton Funeral Community. He was bom Home, 635 E Marion Ave, Punta finding the right size at a shoe sale. March 15, 1919 in Minneapolis, MN Gorda, FL 33950. The Funeral Service VICTORIA "VICKI" "You put the words and intent out there and it's up to the son of John and Laura (Bond) will follow al 5:00 pm Friday at the OAKLEY White. Howard grew up in Rocksboro, God to do the rest. The biggest challenge is to let go of funeral home. In iieu of flowers, PA. He lived in Livonia for the major- please make donations available to Of Troy, an educator passionate about the expectation of miracles, that we may not get what ity of his adult life and moved to Linda Johnson in memory of Buck. the well-being of others, who embod- we're looking for," she said. "Over the years you learn and Chelsea Retirement Community three MAUREEN BREEN Please visit kays-ponger.com to leave ied the true spirit of sportsmanship and try experiments and try praying for this years ago. Howard was a WWII veter- the family condolences and to sign the had a genuine love of the outdoors, HUTTON an, serv'ing in the Army. He worked at and that. It's a highly neglected part of online guestbook. Kays-Ponger & died February 13, 2010 fol'^wing an Burroughs as a mechanical engineer, 75. passed away in Venice, Florida on Uselton Funeral Home, Punta Gorda 18-month battle w ith ovari in cancer. _ medicine, but something happens when retiring in 1982. Howard enjoyed Febmary 10, 2010. Her husband of 30 chapel, is in charge of arrangements. She was 40. "As recently as three J M someone prays with you." years. John, preceded her in 2001. golfing his whole life. He married weeks ago, she wa.s leaching Upper ^ ^ " Baumann, a writer and speaker on Maureen was bom October 31, 1934 in School physical education and heading Claire Van Horn in 1961 and she pre- Detroit. She was a graduate of the our school's "So Be Fit' program," said ceded him in death on March 27, wellness topics, will share her stories Uni>crsity of Detroit and went on to WILLIAM EVERETT Sr. Bridget Bearss, Head of School at 1991. He is survived by a son, Phil about prayer and its effect on health, receive her Masters degree from the the Academy of the Sacred Heart. (Anita) White of Temecula, CA; two during a class called "Prayer is Great University of Michigan, She taught MINDER JR. daughters, Lauriel (Enrique) Ralston- "For 15 years, Vicki impacted us in Medicine," 7-8:30 p.m., Wednesday, business at Western High School for Age 53, passed away February 5,2010 ways that were visible and invisible. Pardo of Plymouth, Karen (Todd) many years. Maureen and John were at St. Joseph's Mercy Hospital in Ann She was a great friend, colleague and Kauranen of Chelsea; two sisters, Sandy Baumann Feb. 24, at Madonna University, 36600 members of St. Fabian's parish for 30 Arbor, He was preceded in death by mentor, who pushed me and others in Ethel Strohm of PA, Bcmice Alsop of Schoolcraft, Livonia. Cost is $19- PA; a sister in law Grace White of PA, years and both were in the choir. Their his parents Helen and William Everett, the challenge of maintaining a healthy Advance registration is a must. Call (734) Joint Irish heritage was enriched by Bill was a long standing memt>er and lifestyle," A native of Droilwich, 6 grandchildren, and many nieces and their numerous trips lo visit relatives past president of Garden City Rotary England, Ms, Oakley played lacros.se nephews. He was preceded in death by 432-4804 from 9 a.m. to 4 p.m., weekdays or visit www, in Ireland. Maureen was a fiercely and a brother to the Vaclavek Family, for Wales. At the Academy of the his brothers, John and George, and madonna.edu and click on continuing ed and registra- independent woman and she did not formerly of Garden City, He will be Sacred Heart in Bloomfield Hills, she sister, Ruth Collie. A memorial sen ice tion. "suffer fools gladly," She touched the fondly remembered by Richard, Jack, was a teacher, chair of the physical will be held at 10:30 am on Feb. 20th lives of her many nieces and nephews Grace, Gus, Alexandra, Kristina and education department and varsity at Towslcy Village Chapel at the in profound ways and the entire fami- Gerard as 'Uncle Bill' and sorely lacrosse coach. She coached the Chelsea Retirement Community, with PRAYING FOR WELLNESS ly mourns her premature passing. missed by Maiy, his dear friend of 35 Sacred Heart lacrosse team to seven Paslor Dominic Aquilino officiating. Baumann will talk about the many simple ways to pray Burial will be at (ilen Eden Memorial Maureen had a deep faith and it is a years. A memorial service will be held state championships. Ms. Oakley for healing experiences. comfort to know she is now reunited at Amantea's Restaurant on Warren enjoyed spending lime outdoors, and Cemetery, Livonia, Michigan. with her beloved John. Maureen is sur- Road east of Venoy on February 20, enjoyed camping, tennis and soccer. Memorial contributions may be made She comes from a Roman Catholic tradition bvit the vived by her beloved sister in law 2010 at 2:30pm. His remains will be She was also an avid mnner, and could lo the UMRC Heritage Foundation class isn't based on denominational teachings or doctrine. Beatrice (the late Jerome) Breen, many interred at Parkview Memorial often be seen in the annual Detroit (c/o CRC) or the Alzheimer's She has taught the session to groups of many different Association. Arrangements by Cole nieces, nephews, and other members Cemetery in Livonia. Details avail- Turkey Trot and mini-marathons sup- faiths and has prayed with both Christians and non- of her late Husband's family. Funeral able on request. Donations can be porting local charities. Bearss said, Funeral Chapel, Chelsea. Mass Thursday, February 18, 2010, made in his memory to the Juvenile "Vicki categorically refused lo accept Christians. 10:30am at St.Fabian Catholic Church, Diabetes Research Foundation. my position that 'I don't do sports' as "You don't have to be religious to pray," she noted. "It Farmington Hills. Memorial contribu- she began lo attempt to transform me doesn't take saints to do it. It just takes people who pray. tions may be made to the church, from complete resistance to one who It doesn't matter if you make up prayer or read a selected www.mccabef\ineralhome,com was willing to don a hat resembling a cooked turkey and join her in the one." Turkey Trot," Dino Vandenheede, She said prayer can take many forms, including repeat- JOAN L. MASSON Academic Technology Director at the ed scripture, rosary, well-known prose such as the "Our Passed away Februar> 16, 2010 at the Academy, said, "I can say that 1 'ran' Father," or free-form conversation with God. age of 74, Beloved wife of the late with the best. I know her soul lives on ^^BITUARY^ John. Dearest mother of Da\ id ... a spirit such as hers can never be She asks participants to pair off and pray for each other (Randa) Masson and Jeffrey (Sharon) extinguished." Vicki started her Sacred ' POLICY ' in class, targeting a pain or health concern. The partner Masson. Dear grandmother of Alex, Heart career when Meredith Keller who prays places a hand on the pain and intends for the Ryan, Kristin, David and Michael, was a freshman. Keller remembers The first five "billed" lihes of aa Dear sister of George (Tammy) Ms. Oakley as "her own British obituary are published at no cost. other person to feel relief. Lampros. She v^as a retired Legal Invasion ,., As a teacher, coach, and All additional lines will be "Many people have reported feeling relief," Baumann Assistant having worked for Sobieraj friend, Vicky instilled in us Ihe confi- charged at $4 per line. Idu may said. "You can pray for yourself, too. Even forgiveness is a and Michael Law Firm in Detoit. She dence to embrace our individual place a picture of your loved one form of prayer." was a resident of Plymouth for the last INGRII) E. NELSON NAGY strengths, the understanding that for an additional cost of only $b. 12 years, previously of Detroit. She Age 89 of Farmington MI, quietly humility is a key part of success, and Symbolic emblems may be was a current memlxr of St. Kenneth departed this eanh for the great kitchen above all to learn that laughing at our- included at no cost (example: WELLNESS BACKGROUND Catholic Church and a former mem- selves is an essential part of the adven- in the sky on February 14, Valentine's American Flags, religious Baumann, who holds a masters degree in biochem- ber of St, Christopher Church Choir in ture." Vicki is survived by Laura Day, 2010, Her cheerfulness, kindness, symbols, e(c.) Detroit. Joan served as a board mem- istry, is the author of Feed Your Brain for Memory and boundless optimism, fashion sense and Steeby; her iiarenls, Mary and John ber on her condominium association Feed Your Brain for Learning. She was the director of the fabulous cooking will be missed by Oakley; sister Sue (Pieter van der board and was a former board mem- daughters Linda Heard and Nancy Schee) Oakley; brother, Richard Deadlines; "Generations" program at Botsford Hospital for 12 years, ber for the Warrcndale Community Youngdahl, Predeceased by husband (Kate) Oakley; and five nieccs and before becoming manager of the Life Long Learning Credit Union. She enjoyed going to Friday 4:15 PM for Sunday of 54 years .•Mex, she is also survived nephews. A memorial service was casinos, as she would travel to Las Wednesday 9:45 AM for Thursday department at Henry Ford Community College, For the by grandsons Michael (Cheryl) and held at the Academy of the Sacred Vegas to join family and friends every past 10 years she has conducted wellness seminars and David (Tina) Heard, great-grandchil- Heart, 1250 Kensington Road, 6 months. She loved going out to din- Oblluartes mcoind atltr Oissa Oeaailaes da>n Melinda, Allison. Lexi, Landon Bloomfield Hills, on Wednesday. taught classes on various health topics, including stress, ner and to plays at the Fisher Theatre. will (w placed In th« next available Issue. and Weston, sister Brilta Mather and Burial was private. Memorials appre- insomnia, and aging. She also enjoyed music, basketball two nephews, Steven (Jean) Mather, ciated to Ovarian Cancer Research and baseball. Most of all she loved to She'll teach a class on "recharging memory" March and Robert (Margi) Nagy. Bom in Fund, 14 Pennsylvania Plaza, Suite e-mall your obit to be with family and friends. Funeral 20 and 27 at Madonna, on insomnia March 23 at Detroit, she was a resident of 1400, New York, NY 10122. [email protected] from St Kenneth Catholic Church Farmington for 55 years, but remained or Ian to: Farmington Community Education and on the health 14951 Haggert), Plymouth, Friday a loyal "Detroiter" and Wayne Slate Attn: Obits c/o Char Wilson habits of centenarians April 26 in Farmington. Her series 10:30am, Friends may visit at church Alumni her entire life. She was a beginning at 10am. Visitation at 313-496-4968 of classes at Washtenaw Community College also focus on devoted home economics teacher, a Schrader-Howell Funeral Home, 280 For mofa Intormatlofi call: health issues. dedicated runner, an eager church vol- S. Main St.. Plymouth, Thursday 2- A^ay Vou Char Wilson unteer, an enthusiastic gardener, and a "Years ago I realized that we compartmentalize. We 9pm, with a Prayer Servicc at 8:36pm. faithful friend, admired by many for 566-826-7(382 Memorials may be made to Juvenile go to the therapist for our emotions and the doctor does her kind and generous nature. Her light Find or Liz Keiser Diabetes Research Foundation. To the physical. Ministers do the spiritual. It doesn't matter will always shine. Services have 586-977-7538 share a special thou^t or memory already been held. Donations may be Comfort in where you start. Watch what happens when you put it all w\v>v schr^er-how ell.com or loll tree made to the First United Methodist together," Church of Farmington or Botsford Family 800-579-7355 Foundation Fullness of Life Program. as* lor Char Of LU www.ihayer-rock.com Friends^ cxsso 0E0a0Ba42B online at hometownlife.com BELIEFS & VALUES Observer & Eccentric | Thursday, February 18,2010 (*) B9 CALENDAR April 25. Light refreshments will be served. with developmental disabilities and special Location; 11441 Hubbard, just south of FROM PAGE B8 Cost is $6 for each lesson and $6 for the needs. Includes songs, Bible lessons, crafts Plymouth Road, in Livonia dance. Attend the class and dance for $10. and activities, prayer, snacks and fun Details: Led by Catholic author and apolo- Faith CommunitY Church fay at the door in Fellowship Hall. The pro- Contact: Judy Cook at Emmanuel, (248) gist. Gary Michuta. The in-depth study of Time/Date: 7-10 p.m., Saturday, Feb. 27 ceeds from the March classes will go to the 442-8822 or e-mail [email protected]. the Gospel of St. Matthew continues, using Location 14560 Merriman, Livonia Cancer Relay for Life; April's proceeds will Livonia Unity the Hahn-Mitch study guide. New students Details: Anger resolution seminar offers go to the Capital Improvement Fund. of any faith are welcome help, based on scripture, to turn conflicts Time/Date: Monday movement Oigong, Contact: (734) 751-1957 or (734) 422-0494 Contact: (734) 261-1455 into blessings and anger into love; cost is 7-8:30 p.m.; Thursday Oigong meditation, St. Robert Bellarmine Seeds of Mercy Mission Home $35 and includes workbook 10-11;15 a.m., and Friday Therapeutic Qigong, Time/Date: 8 p.m.-midnight, Saturday, Time/Date: 7 p.m., every Friday Contact: (313) 541-0396 7-8:30 p.m. March 6 Location; 21819 Middlebelt. Farmington Newburg United Mettiodist Church Location: 28660 Five Mile, Livonia Hills Time/Date: Orders taken for Cornisfi Location: 27201W, Chicago Road, Redford Details; Learn Qigong, the ancient form of Pasties, 9 a.m. to 12:30 p.m., March 1-2. Details; Bethany Suburban West singles Chinese energetic medicine - a safe and Details' Bible study group monthly dance effective way to rid the body of toxic patho- Contact. Nicole Christ at (313) 531-1234 Call in orders only. Any orders left on the Contact: Kathy M. (734) 513-9479 or Tom Z. gens and years of painful emotions Ward Presbyterian answering machine, faxed or e-mailed will (313) 582-5963 Contact: (810) 813-4073 or gary^energeti- Time/Date: 7 p.m., Mondays be ignored. Pick up is 1-6 p.m., March 11 and carts.org. Location; Room AlOl, 40000 W. Six Mile. noon to 5 p.m., March 12 Men's Bible study Northville Location: 36500 Ann Arbor Trail. Livonia -17 Time/Date: Breakfast at 7 a.m. and study Details: Learner's Bible study Details: Cost is $4. Felician Sister House Chapel at 8 p.m. Contact: (248) 374-5920 Contact: (734) 422-0149 Time/Date: 9 p.m., Sunday, March 14 Location: Kirby's Coney Island. 21200 St. Timothy Presbyterian Church Location: On the Madonna College campus, Haggerty, Northville Township Time/Date: 7 p.m., Saturday. Feb. 27 36600 Schoolcraft, Livonia Canton Christian Fellowship Revival Contact John Shulenberger at (734) 464- Location; 16700 Newburgh, Livonia Details; Bethany Suburban West singles Time/Date: 10 a.m. to 1 p.m., fourth The Rev. Otis Moss III will preach at 9491 Details: Do all paths lead to God? Do all group annual Lenten Mass Saturday and 5-6;30 p.m.. second the winter revival at Canton Christian Merriman Road Baptist Church good people ultimately go to Heaven? Bob Contact: Kathy M. (734) 513-9479 Wednesday Fellowship Church. March 23-25. Details: Adult and English as a Second Outko, WMUZ radio host will answer such St. Joseph Parish Location; 41711 Joy. between Lilley and Language literacy classes are available for questions during a special hour-long talk Time/Date: 7 p.m., Thursday. March 11 Haggerty Details: AWANA program for children from those who want to improve reading, writing followed by a question & answer period. Location: 830 S. Lafayette. South Lyon Details: Canton Christian Fellowship kindergarten through fifth grade and English conversational skills. Open to Suggested donation of $10 per person Details; A panel discussion on domestic Clothing Bank offers free clothing (men, Contact: (248) 426-0096 age 18 and over. Trained tutors available for Tickets are limited violence will include Joyce Hyttinen, women and children) for those in need day or evening. Contact; Reserve a place by calling (734) director. Office for Catholic Social Action, Breakfast Contact (734)404-2480, visit www. Contact: (734) 421-0472; leave your name 464-8844 or visit sttimothypcusa.org Domestic Violence Education and Action St. Michael the Archangel CantonCForg or send e-mail to infoican- and phone number and someone will con- Trinity Church with the Archdiocese of Detroit; Samantha Time/Date; 8:30 a.m.-noon, third Sunday toncf.org tact you Time/Date; Reserve a pick-up time for the Lederman, psychotherapist specializing in each month, October through May New Life Community Church dinner food pantry by calling from 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. ways to end the cycle of abuse and break Location: 11441 Hubbard, south of Time/Date: Jobs seminar, 8-9 am,. Fridays; St. James Presbyterian Monday-Wednesday, Feb. 22-24 free from repression; and Cristy S. Cardinal, Plymouth, in Livonia reading program for students in grades Time/Date: 6 p.m., the first Thursday of Location: 10101 Ann Arbor Road, located on director of prevention at HAVEN in Pontiac. Details: The Ushers' Club presents an "all- K-12 and martial arts instruction, both at 10 the month the north side of the street. Plymouth Question and answer session after the pre- you-can-eat" pancake breakfast served a.m., Sundays Location: 25350 W. Six Mile, Redford Details: Food Pantry pick up day is sentations: refreshments will be served in the school cafeteria and featuring pan- Location; 42200 Tyler. Belleville Details: Cost is $8 and includes dinner, bev- Saturday, Feb. 28 Contact: Elaine M. Young at (248) 719-6855 cakes, scrambled eggs, sausage, bacon, Contact (734) 846-4615 erage and dessert. The Cookie Lady. Susan Contact; (734) 459-9557 hash browns, and assorted breakfast Navarro, provides the meals Our Lady of Loretto beverages. Meals are served buffet-style. Contact; (313) 268-7780. The church phone Time/Date: 6;30-7;30 p.m. Monday •24 Admission is S5 for adults, $3 for children, number is (313) 534-7730 MARCH 4-10 Canton Christian Fellowship Church 4-11, free for children under 3, and $15 for a Location: Six Mile and Beech Daly, Redford Faith Community Church Time/Date: 7 p.m., March 23-25 family with two adults and children Details: Scripture study Food Bank Time/Date: 6 p.m.. Sundays, beginning Location: 8775 Ronda Drive, Canton Contact: (734) 261-1455 Contact: (313) 534-9000 New Hope Church March 7 Details: Winter revival. "Exposed and St. Andrew's Presbyterian Time/Date; 5-7 p.m., every Friday by Location: 14560 Merriman, Livonia Accountable; Preaching that Builds Lives!" Classes/study Time/Date: 10:30 a.m., Wednesday and appointment only Details; GriefShare is a special seminar with the Rev. Otis Moss, III Detroit First Church of the Nazarene 10;30 a.m. Thursday Location: is 44815 Cherry Hill Rd., Canton and support group for people grieving the Contact: (734) 404-2480 Time/Date: 9:30-11:15 a.m. Tuesday Location: 26701 Joy Contact: Call Pastor Ranay Brown to sched- loss of someone close. GriefShare is a non- Leon's Location: 21260 Haggerty, north of Eight Details; Wednesday study/discussion group ule an appointment at (734) 270-2528 Mile denominational group and features biblical Time/Date: 9:30 a.m., March 20 focuses on relationship with God and that Lenten services teachings on grief and recovery topics. Location: 30149 Ford Road, in Garden City Details: Tuesday Ladies Bible Study; $15 of other religious groups and philosophi- Lola Park Lutheran Church There is a $15 fee to cover the cost of the Details; Monthly Breakfast Meeting of - registration fee includes interdenomina- cal and scientific issues that might impact Time/Date: 7:30 p.m., every Wednesday workbook/journal. Bethany Singles tional study materials. Child care available faith. Thursday group examines early writ- through March 24 Contact: Kathy at (734) 513-9479 for children through age 5 ings not included in the Bible as well as Contact; (313) 682-7491 Location; 14750 Kinloch, Redford Contact: (248) 348-7600 other versions, extensions and controver- Rosedale Gardens Presbyterian Church Details: This year's theme is "Prominent Emmanuel Lutheran Church sies concerning Christianity. Led by interim Time/Date: 6-7 p.m., March 7,14,21,28 and Places of The Passion" with insights from Time/Date: 7-8 p.m., second Monday of the pastor Larry Hoxey April11,18,25 pastor Gregory Gibbons' recent trip to the AWANA month Contact: (313) 274-3820 Location: 9601 Hubbard. Livonia Holy Land. There will be free treats after Time/Date: 6;30-8 p.m., Wednesdays Location: 34567 Seven Mile, between St. Michael the Archangel Details: Ballroom dancing lessons, followed the services. Location: Faith Bible Church, 23414 Orchard Farmington and Newburgh roads. Livonia Time/Date: 7-9 p.m., second and fourth by a practice session, with music, A dance Contact: (313) 532-8655 or (734) 968-3523 party will be held 7-9:30 p.m., March 28 and Lake Road, Farmington Hills Details: Open Arms Bible class for adults Thursday of each month Your Invitation to Worship PRESBYTERIAN UNITED METHODIST LUTHERAN CHURCH MISSOURI SYNOD CATHOLIC (U.S.A.) ST. 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Dean Davenport Mother of Perpetual Help Devotioiu For information about our many programs fO?) ORCHARD Pastors; Robert F. Bayer and Anthony M. Creeden Tuesday* at 7K)0 PJlL oeom? OiSmiK9» UIHITED METHODIST CHURCH GRACE LUTHERAN CHURCH Risen Christ Lutheran St Genevieve Roman Catholic Church 30450 Parmington Road • Parmlnolon HIHs David W. Martin, Pastor St Genevieve School • PreK-8 www.o rcha rdumc.org MISSOURI SYNOD 46250 Ann Artwr Road • PIvmoulh ivrKdm 248-626-3620 29015 Jamison • Uvonia • 734-427-5220 25630 GRAND RIVER at BEECH DALY (734) 453-5252 (East of Middlebelt. between 5 Mile & Jetfnes) 313-532-2266 REDFORD TWR Worship 8:15 & 10:45 am kAA&S: Tues. 7 p. Wed.. Thurs. 9 a. Worship: Worship Service Sunday School 9:30 • Adult Bible Study 9:30 Sat 4 p. Sun 11a 9:00 a.m. and 11:00 a.m. GREEK 9:15 & 11:00 A.M. Wnay Cos Aksisbie. Al a« M/come. Com as rou are. 10:00 a.m. Christian Sunday School ivww.rlsenchrist.info St Maurice Reman Catholic Church ORTHODOX 32705 Lyndon • Uvonia • 734-522-1616 Education for all ages 9:15 & 11:00 A.M. (between Merriman i Farmington Roads) Pastors: Carol J. Johns, Nursery PmwJed MASS: Men. 8:30 a. Fn. 8:30 a. Th* IUt. TlmoVnt P. Hilboth, Stnior PMtor Jim Braid, Margo Dexter Sit. 6 p. Sun 9a T>* Ret. Dr. Aeter F. Haltath, Aulstint fwtef , NATIVITY OF THE VIRGIN MARY LUTHERAN CHURCH OC 9:00 AM TRADmo^AL/CllORAL SERVICE 10:15 A.M SI NUAY SCHOOL - AU AGES 11:15 AM CovreMPORAKt SERVICE For Information regarding lliis Directory, NLRSERV AVAIIABLE . & LAIIT£N KIRSH-CARB. PASTORS please call Donna Hart at 248-437-2011, Ext. 247 or e-mail: [email protected] m 810 (•) Observer & Eccentric | Thursday. February >6.2010 online at hometownlife.conn FOOD Helping kids eat more Liven up the Lenten season Its never too earij- to start PEAR PARTY SALSA teaching children about cooking. Preparation Time; 20 T/tmules InvcJving kids in meal preparation Serves 4 encourages healthy eating habits and introduces them to the value 1 pear, cored and finely chopped and importance of nutritious, bal- 1 apple, cored and finely chopped anced meals. 2 l(iwi, peeled and finely chopped Hizabeth Pivonka, Ph.D.. 1 orange, peeled and finely chopped R.D., heads Produce for Better Health Foundation, the nonprofit 2 tablespoons honey entity behind the Fruits & Veggies (teaspoon lemon juice — More Matters national public Cinnamon graham crackers or sliced fresh fruit and veggies heahh initiative. Pi\'onka says the Combine pear, apple, kiwi and orange ifva medium sized bowl. Pour honey and lemon juice kitchen can be a great place to stir over fruit and gently toss. Scoop up mouttifuls of fruit salsa using cinnamon graham crackers iq) some fun while teaching healthy or sliced fresh fruit and veggies. eating habits. Nutrition Infonnation per Serving of Salsa; calories, 120; total fat, 1g; saturated fat,lg; protein, Layered Eggplant Parmesan As a working mother of two, Ig: carbohydrates, 31g; cholesterol, Omg; dietary fiber, 4g; sodium, Img Pivonka understands that getting This Lenten season, meat won't be missed at the dinner table kids to eat healthy fruits and vege- Pear Party Salsa PEAR KA-BOBS Vim STWWBERRY DIPPING SAUCE with Layered Eggplant Parmesan Casserole. This take on the tables can sometimes be a challenge. classic Italian favorite, combines breaded eggplant shces, zesty Preparation Time: 15 minutes "Involving children in cooking is an important step in getting kids marinara sauce, melted mozzarella cheese and layers of piero- SenvsS interested in fruits and vegetables and getting them more exdted about gies — the perfect pairing of pasta and potatoes — all in one eating them," she says. "Kids can help by measuring, mbdng or gathering deep dish. This meal's great flavor is surpassed only by its con- ingredients Vk^e you cook. Ifkids help with the cooking, they are more 1 cup towfat vanilla yogurt venience, requiring less than 10 ingredients and prepared in less inclined to eat w+iat's on the table. At my house, we make meal planning 4 tablespoons strawben^ preserves than an hour. And if your family is craving a meatier meal, add a and preparation a family activity." 2 pears, cored and cut into 1-inch cubes pound of crumbled, cooked sausage to the marinara sauce. Let toddlers help you "cook" by using toy food, pots, pans, bowls and 2 bananas cut into 1-inch slices spoons to copy what you're doing. Preschoolers can help by measuring 16-ouncecan pineapple cfiunks, drained LAYERED EGGPLANT PARMESAN CASSEROLE ingredients and stirring. Grade school kids can make simple, no-bake 2 cups strawberries, stems removed Serves 5 recip)es or use the microwave with proper supervision. Remember to use 6 wooden skewers child-size tools and, if the coimter is too hi^, use a sturcfy step stool or have children sit at the kitchen table while they help. In small bowl combine yogurt and strawben^ presen/es. Set aside. Thread fruits by alternat- 1 medium eggplant ing pears, bananas, pineapple and strawberries onto skewers. Sen/e fruit skewers witfi a dollop 2 large eggs Rvonka says taking a little extra time at the grocery store to interact of the strawberry sauce on the side. with kids and single out fruits and vegetables as impwrtant is another cup seasoned Italian bread crumbs way to persuade kids to give them another try. Nutrition Information per Serving: calories, 162; total fat, Ig: saturated fat, Ig; protein, 2.6g: 4 tablespoons olive oil, divided carbohydrates. 39g: cholesterol, 2mg; dietary fiber, 4g; sodium, 24mg "Kids like to have fim with their food, so one way to get them to eat 124-oi)nce jar tomato-basil marinara sauce something is to offer it with a dip," PKxinka says. "Once children turn 116-ounce box Mrs. T's potato and Cheddar pierogies about two years old, they can re^' get into dipping and might try things Courtesy of Family Features 1':- cups sf)redded mozzarella cheese, divided th^ wouldn't otherwise if the/re served with some kind of dip." Preheat oven to 350® F. DIP IDEAS Cut eggplant into '.i-inch-thick slices. Beat eggs in bowl. Place She offers some dipping suggestions like low-fet ranch dressing, mild bread crumbs in separate bowl. Dip eggplant slices in eggs to coat; salsa, guacamole^ or hummus for dipping vegetables, or any flawr of dip into bread crumbs to coat well on both sides. low-f^ yogurt or peanut butter for dipping fruit Pear Ka-bobs with Heat 1 tablespoon olive oil in 12-inch skillet over medium-high Strawberry Dipping Sauce and Pear Party Salsa are two fiin recipes that heat; add eggplant slices and cook until lightly browned on both let children dip their fixxl sides. Repeat with remaining eggplant slices and olive oil. •^ake sure their snacks are just as nutritious as their meals. If >'ou re Grease a 2''j-quart baking dish. Spoon 'A of marinara sauce on looking for a 100-calorie snack, don't reach for a prepackaged processed bottom of dish. Arrange half of frozen pierogies on sauce. Top with item. One medium-sized fresh pear is a portable, single serving that tops half of eggplant slices, 'A cup mozzarella cheese and half of remain- out at 100 calories with no fat sodium or cholesterol Fresh pears, toma- ing sauce. Repeat with remaining ingredients, finishing with sauce toes, and other fhiits and veggies are now available all year round TTieir and mozzarella cheese. Bake 30 minutes or until mixture is hot and versatility and nutritional value make them very popular with people of bubbly. all ages. They're budget fnendly and good for your health." 4"^ Optional: Add one pound crumbled, cooked sausage meat to Parents interested in tips for getting kids to eat fhiits and vegetables, marinara sauce. and delicious recipe ideas for dishes that children will willing^ eat are % y - I ELJ encouraged to visit the Fruits & Ve^es-More Matters Wd) site, www. Story and recipe courtesy of Family Features fhutsandveggiesmorematters.org. 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Expires 4/15/2010 with Coupon. Expires 4/15/2010 I!"' iiimn \ t lUr 2?'>0 N CAN rON CI R. RO . CAN ION. Ml FORI") Rn , w, I.' Mln Rn ni\ A\ I . t^l VKBORV I'OKNLR 0\ lORD RCMl>' lHARtH>RN II MGII I S, Ml I ARMING ION 1 111 t s N\l ilM lUltN MUllK ^ lONUi' . Hri to buy second homes will be greatly Kathleen Rembacki, 26, of Livonia cultural diminished, curbing prospects in is bucking a trend found in a recent general for the second home market. study on homeownership. However, like their older counter- "I think it's definitely in the plan parts, they will be drawn to more differences for the future," she said of buying a connected, compactly designed home. "Certainly not within the next rOM Pi- communities when they are able to few years." switch houses. 0: We have a number of diverse The study found younger adults •Generation Y - This tech-savvy nationalities In our condominium, will be less likely to buy homes than generation has a population of about Including many people from their parents did, and also that they 86 million, more than the baby foreign countries. Do you have like "walkable" communities. boomers. Gen Yers place high value any suggestions on how we should Rembacki's boyfriend lives in on community; on places (either vir- deal witfi tHe potential language Detroit's Greektown. "Going down to tual or actual) to gather and share barrier? visit him I do like the atmosphere," information, ideas and opinions. As A: The U.S. Fair Housing she said. "It is nice to walk around they enter the housing market, they Act is considered the default the neighborhood. I definitely would will be far less interested in hom- law barring agree with that' that Gen Yers like eownership than their parents were discrimination walkable areas. when they were young adults. (The against She enjoys visiting Eastern Market, recession, said Mcllwain, has "tem- protected and Conierica Park for Tigers games pered the interest of Gen Yers in buy- classes, in warmer weather. When Rembacki, ing their own homes and they will including who works for the Sisters of Mercy be renters by necessity or choice for people from in Farmington Hills, goes out with years ahead.") Despite having small foreign friends there, there aren't worries incomes. Gen Y will gravitate toward countries. about parking or driving. walkable, close-in communities, Robert Meisner However, its 'A neighborhood where you can choosing isolated housing on outer guarantees of walk is desirable," she said, cit- edges only as a last resort because it "reasonable ing Royal Oak, Birmingham and is the most affordable. Green, "net accommodation" in housing Fernd^e as well. "Those are probably zero" homes powered exclusively by are generally for people the kinds of areas I would look for." alternative energy will have strong with disabilities. It may She's a graduate of Loyola appeal to this group. be necessary, therefore, Marymount University in Los •Immigrants - Already 40 million to have translators and Angeles, and had an apartment tion that has begun in the nation's ing mortgage suppliers Fannie Mae strong, the total population of legal otherwise adapt to the there. "There was always a long com- strongest employment markets, and Freddie Mac, and tightening risk and illegal immigrants in the U.S. various nationalities and/or mute driving to work every day." overall home prices will likely decline requirements for mortgage issuers to has an even greater impact when cultures which exist in the Nightlife in Los Angeles was a dis- an additional 10 percent this year, restore investor confidence in mort- the children and grandchildren are community so that there is tance away as well. contributing to what is already an gage-backed securities. effective communication unprecedented number of foreclo- "Re-establishing a robust private included as a factor. The tendency of "It was more spread out. The between the board and the sures and "underwater" mortgages mortgage market will require both immigrants to cluster, and to live in weather was pretty hard to beat," she members to avoid cultural (loan amounts that are higher than strong market fundamentals and a multigenerational households, sug- added with a chuckle. misunderstandings, etc. It the current value of the homes), reformed mortgage securitization gests that they would prefer larger "Gas prices are still higher," is also important to learn Mcllwain said. The growing number structure that eliminates past abus- homes if they could afford them and Rembacki said of here and now. "The about what certain cultures of consumers who are choosing to es," Mcllwain said. if the homes were in neighborhoods less we have to drive a car the better." with a strong sense of community. require and what may be walk away from those mortgages sug- Such reform will influence the As the U.S. economy recovers, offensive to them so as to avoid gests a fundamental change from the flow of capital, affecting the volume All of these groups have some char- emerging trends in demographics unnecessary conflict. long-held notion of homeownership acteristics that reflect a desire to live and consumer behavior will become of debt, its cost and to whom it will as the ultimate American Dream, he in more pedestrian-friendly, transit- major drivers of new housing oppor- be available, he noted. While reform explained. This disillusionment over oriented, mixed-use environments 0; I am interested in buying a tunities, resulting in a residential efforts are still sketchy, the end result homeownership as a way to build that de-emphasize auto dependency, condominium high-rise on the market vastly different from the one "will have a fundamental impact on wealth could persist for decades to whether the location is urban or sub- beach in Naples and I have two that existed prior to the recession, housing markets for years to come." come, as those entering the housing urban, Mcllwain noted. Among the dogs. Do you have any suggestions, according to Housing in America: The report cites four major U.S. market will be more apt to rent lon- majors factors driving urbanization: and, what has happened with the The Next Decade, a new research demographic waves to watch in the ger, and to place more emphasis on 1) growth of two-person households higher end units? paper authored by John K. Mcllwain, new decade: buying for shelter rather than invest- and single households without chil- senior resident fellow. Urban Land •Aging baby boomers (55 to 64 A: The higher end units in ment purposes. dren (among both baby boomers Institute/J. Ronald TerwilHger chair years old) - Although they are near- the Parkshore and Pelican and Generation Y); 2) a halt to baby Bay areas have not been for Housing. Two key predictions from Housing ing retirement age, many will keep boomer migration to the suburbs; hit as hard as the lower- in America for the decade ahead: working out of necessity or by choice. In a presentation of the research to 3) the likelihood of Generation Y to priced units, i.e. units over home appreciation will slow consid- Some will be forced to stay in their Urban Land Institute trustees during rent rather than own; and 4) public a million dollars. However, erably, to about 1 percent to 2 percent suburban homes until values recover. the Institute's Midwinter Meeting policies encouraging compact devel- there are some bargains to annually; and the current U.S. hom- Those who are able to move will in Washington, Mcllwain discussed opment. be obtained depending upon eownership rate, now at 67 percent not choose traditional retirement the implications of the rising num- the circumstances of the sale (a decline from the record high of 69 locations or senior housing, opting Economic and land constraints bers of foreclosures, re-establishing but you should be careful in percent at the height of the housing instead for more mixed-age living make it impossible for urban infill a private-market residential finance checking the bylaws of the boom) will fall further, to about 62 environments that cater to their development to accommodate all the system, as well as shifts in housing condominium association percent active lifestyles. Suburban town cen- housing demand represented by all demand triggered by baby boomers, as many, if not most, of the their children, and by immigrant According to Mcllwain, the lasting ters with a walkable urban "feel" will the demographic groups, Mcllwain appeal to this group. said. As a result, suburban develop- Condominiums on the beach households. "The old 'normal' will stability of the U.S. housing market have restrictions prohibiting not return," Mcllwain predicted. depends on how, and when, the pri- •Younger baby boomers (46 to 54 ment "must adapt or it will be obso- lete," he concluded. "The suburban dogs. A few Associations "Over time, a new mode of metro- vate home mortgage finance system years old), now in or entering their allow one dog and even fewer politan development will emerge, is revived and how such a system prime earning years - This group century is over. This is the urban century." allow two dogs with size presenting opportunities and stiff might be structured. The federal gov- will also face a tough time selHng limitations. As in any case, challenges. Those who fail to under- ernment now supplies virtually all suburban homes, hampering the To request a copy of Housing in you should thoroughly review stand these new trends will find new mortgage funds through mort- ability of these boomers to move. America: The Next Decade, con- the condominium documents themselves building what is no longer gage purchases or securitization. Because the recession has left many tact Trish Riggs at (202) 624-7086; before your purchase in demand." Reducing this massive support, he younger boomers with flat incomes [email protected]. agreement becomes binding to said, will entail revamping or replac- and less home equity, their ability Despite the housing stabiliza- ensure that you will be entitled to all of the benefits that you wish to have. HOMES SOID-OAKIAND REAL ESTATE BRIEFS Robert M. Meisner is a lawyer and the author of Condominium Operation; $151,000 256 Lyon Blvd $110,000 30990 WestnoodRd Plymouth Career Seminar Community House, 380 S. Bates, Getting Started & Staying on the Right These are the area residential real- 25198 Witherspoon SI $240,000 344 Stanford Ave $130,000 Keego Harbor Southfield Birmingham Track, second edition. It is available estate Closings recorded the week of Keller Williams Realty will host a 2243 Willow Beach St $190,000 29750 Aberdeen in $119,000 for S9.95 plus $1 shipping and han- Career Seminar 6:30-7:30 p.m. •7 p,m. Wednesday, Feb. 24; VisTaTech Nov. 2-6,2009. at the Oakland County Lake Orion 27740 Devonshire SI $95,000 dling. He also wrote Condo Living: A 749 Camilla Blvd $125,000 25175 Farm brook Rd $170,000 Thursday, Feb. 18. at 40600 Ann Center at Schoolcraft College, 18600 Register of Deeds office. Listed below Survival Guide to Buying, Owning and 1223 Elkhorn Road $65,000 17478 Gateway Cir $65,000 Arbor Road, Suite 100, Plymouth, Haggerly, Livonia are cities, addresses, and sales 3550 Hidden Forest Ct $247,000 15615 Jeanetle St $58,000 Selling a Condominium, available for $120,000 Candidates would benefit from pre- •7 p.m. Thursday, Feb. 25: University prices. 3159 Hidden Timber Dr $233,000 17381 Madison St S24.95 plus S5 shipping and handling. 1180lncaTrl $232,000 28064 Pierce St $23,000 vious experience or successes in: Center -1 of Macomb Community $128,000 28335 Stuart Ave $35,000 For more information, call (248) 644- 3092 Lalon Circle service industries, account manage- College - Center for Executives Mllford 25100 WoodvaleDrS $52,000 4433 or visit bmeisner@mei$ner-asso- Auburn Hills $106,000 Troy ment, retail sales, small business Professional Development, 44575 716 Friar Dr ciates-com. This column shouldn't be 2959 Edna Jane Dr $99,000 Northville I3B1 Autumn Dr $170,000 operations, marketing or event Garfield Road, Clinton Township. For 2530 Walnut Rd $70,000 22566 Cyprus Or $323,000 3924 Bristol Dr $155,000 construed as legal advice. planning. Seminar includes: cost vs. more information, call (248) 644- Beverly Hills 37504 E Meadowhill Dr $229,000 2160 Columbia Dr $165,000 15991 Lauderdale Ave $220,000 22024NCenter St $196,000 1600 Fleetwood Or $173,000 income potential, available training, 6300. 17360 Locherbie Ave $234,000 Novi 1977 French Creek Or S300,000 company profit share, commission 20160 Village Or $400,000 23003 Balcombe $225,000 4679HeatherbrookDr SIBO.OOO Birmingham 28247 Carlton Way Or $148,000 6679 Jonalhon Dr $245,000 structures. Call(734) 459-4700 to S12LandonSt 5305,000 42890 Clay Ct $265,000 67 Miracle Dr $203,000 reserve a free seat. 1259 RuHner Ave $67,000 44620 Gwinnett Loop $59,000 4706 Rambling Ct $378,000 1792 S {ton SI S162.000 26040 Hopkins Or $125,000 2676 Sloneyridge Dr $166,000 764 W Lincoln SI 5266,000 23700 Maude Lea St $197,000 1674 Van Court land Dr $245,000 Buying a home Bloomfleld Hills 24601 Olde Orchard St $57,000 Walled lake 18237 Shadyside St $160,000 641E long Lake RO $190,000 2261S Renlord St $75,000 3S6Wellsboro St $78,000 There will be a free Homebuyers Norlhville 218 Guilford Rd $260,000 28610 Summit Ct $370,000 Water ford Educational Seminar in Livonia 7 p.m. These are the area residential real- 42400 BradnerRd S240.000 Bloomfield Township 46066 W Park Or $43,000 3039 Barkman Dr $175,000 Tuesday, Feb. 23, at the Civic Center estate closings recorded the week of 16339 Brook Trout Ln $139,000 3655 Burning Tree Dr $350,000 21203 Wheaton Ln $330,000 5525 Clinton Ridge $87,000 39525 Champion Ct Oct. 26-30,2009, at the Wayne County $167,000 678S Halyard Rd $247,0 00 45837 WillinghamDr $409,000 1874 Colonial Village Way $31,000 Library and in Novi 7 p.m. Ttiursday. 16053 Devonshire Ct $820,000 1666 Hunters Ridge Oi $149,000 24 4 41 Woodham Rd $258,000 5610 CrescentRd $78,000 Feb. 25. at the Novi Civic Center. This Register of Deeds office. Listed below 16900 Lairdhaven Or S395,000 26360iiie Hwy $150,000 16072 Morningside 1664 Lakewind Or $164,000 Orchard Lake is an informational meeting for those are cities, addresses, and sales $120,000 2499 Parcells Cir $77,000 5521 Ideal PI $80,000 3005Edgewater0r $140,000 19959 ScttoolhouseCt $80,000 S771 Pebbleshire Rd $200,000 Oiford 152 Garland Way $155,000 interested in understanding the prices. Plymouth 920 Sandl^orst Rd $419,000 370 Golf Villa Or $220,000 1395 Genella St $115,000 homebuying process. Register online 625eiunkSt $100,000 $615,000 $181,000 5722 King James In $117,000 2621 Seouoia Ct 410 Harwood CI at www.MiHomeBuyer.info or call Canton 698HeratdS( $167,000 Commerce Township 780 Island lake Or $180,000 196LorbertaLn $44,000 41460 Aileqhat^Y St S119.000 12375 Landers Ct S293,000 1806 Carriage HI $36,000 SOS Sandhurst St $170,000 2218 Ostrum Dr $113,000 (248)747-8653, 1056 Ashton Woods Df $183,000 11667 Morgan Ave $105,000 2265 Fairgrove Ct $200,000 Rochester 3112 Pine Tree CI $375,000 49901 Couflyard Ln S206,000 ftedford 8256 Hummingbird $244,000 901 First St $157,000 5533 Savoy Dr $60,000 Tax appeals 1800CfestviewDr $195,000 16679 Beech Daly Rd $20,000 2597 Ivy Hill Dr $225,000 341 DraceSt $160,000 830 Scott lake Rd $120,000 46727 Gletigaffy Blvd $297,000 16672 Centralia S78.000 2877VoorheisRd $130,000 8080 Mario St S53,000 1344 Welland Or $310,000 Kelly Sweeney, CEO of Coldwell 48596 Creenwich In $2)0,000 13561 Crosley $60,000 243 Vinona Ter $20,000 Rochester Hills West Bloomfield 48176 Manhattan CIr $3S2.000 18657 Oenby $59,000 15080 Oarlield Davlsburg 3681 Ahda Ave $115,000 7396Cainelot0r $195,000 Banker Weir Manuel, will conduct 561 Roosevelt St S38S,0fl0 $21,000 11450 Hemingway 12415 Buggy Whip Ct $154,000 2069 Alsdorf Ave $181,000 669ICarlyleCt $530,000 three complimentary educational tax 41724 Wayside Df $125,000 $50,000 25242 Lyndon 3340WildberryLn $170,000 2196 Chippenham Chase $265,000 6040 Charles Dr $370,000 44431 Windmill Dr $171,000 $90,000 appeal seminars tor ttie public. 14363 Mercedes Farmington 1411 Oeerhurst CI $170,000 5267 Coldspring Cir $183,000 $SS,000 43575 Yofkville Or $90,000 20S08 Poinciana 3S558 lark Harbor CI $97,000 3801 Everett Dr $280,000 7309 Creek View Cir $116,000 Topics will include: Garden City $90,000 SSSOInksterRd 9071 San Jose Farmington Hills 3267 Fantail Dr $245,000 $275,000 28811 Birchlawn St $66,000 $80,000 7470 Kendlewood $121,000 •Differentiating between State 15116 Seminole 37132 Brentwood Cir $73,000 969GreenviewCt $92,000 5860 Oilman St $32,000 $62,000 3674 Orchard Lake Rd $656,000 25219 BridlepatIt Ln $268,0 00 3205 Greenwood Or $76,000 Equalized Value, Capped Value and 32482 Kaltiryn St $112,000 West land 20833 Deerlield $80,000 1060 Hickory Hill Or $223,000 4700 Paisley Ct S333.000 Taxable Value Livonia 36143 Avondale St $68,000 $30,000 2465 Hiliendale Dr $180,000 7494 Sheffield $99,000 33950 Edna St •Explanation of the uncapping pro- 16836 Canterbury St $278,000 36111 Carolon Blvd $33,000 28985 Glenarden St $161,000 3059 Honor Dr $269,000 4811 Ira iW lew $405,000 10056 Deering St $105,000 6843 ChirrenaSl $124,000 24622 lakeland St $156,000 917 Lafayette Ct $53,000 6458 IVood Pond Rd $190,000 cess 15878 Oeeiing St S58,000 1482 Lillian St S69.000 White Lake 29243 laurel Or $69,000 313 Lake forest Rd $230,000 17545 Dolores St $107,000 963 Mitchell Or $175,000 $475,000 •Breaking down the appeal process at 29694 Maylair Or $178,000 603 Lion St $150,000 551 Hilltop Dr 34420 Fatqo St $370,000 6200 N Henry RufI Rd $77,000 $160,000 30635 Nelson Cir $115,000 29213 Millbiook Rd $180,000 1109 Maple Leal Or $222,000 111 Mill St local and state levels 11804 Farmtngton Rd $90,000 2704WabumRd $190,000 6261 Roselavrn SI $116,000 29420 Pendleton Club Dr $53,000 1666 Morningside in $162,000 •How to read and interpret Property 32836 Hees St $120,000 Wolverine Lake 34134 Standish SI S104.000 33657 Rhonswood St $59,000 2407 Rochelle Park Dr $64,000 29257 MeadOHldfk St S95.000 1676 Meadowlane St $115,000 Assessment Notices for 2010 1560 Susan SI $91,000 26500 Rose Hill Dr $175,000 2841 Tallahassee Or $130,000 33561 Noflolk St S215,000 $256,000 6485 Tern Dr $117,000 29630 Sugar Spring Rd South Lyon Seminars are: 29705 Nottingham Cir $116,000 27701W12 Mile Rd $54,000 317 Hampton CI $95,000 •7 p.m. Tuesday. Feb. 23: The 38743 Richland St $125,000 C2 (•) ObserYef S EccefltfK I Thurs Challenging fun forALl. ages REM ESTATE mmkrn PUZZLE CORNER Manufactured Homu E Manufactured Homes E Mobile Homes E LakelronI Properly E TAX REFUND TIME Use it for your down payment LAKEFRONT CONDO UNDER WESTLAND & Momebuyers Tai Credit* $75K. Owners Exiremely will give It OacK' Bankruptcy Motivated* Transferred out of HUGE state Deck overlooking serene OK' Foreclosure OK'" Great DISCOUNTS Own your Soutt* Lyon Schools' lake (307 sandy (ronlage). 3 CROSSWORD PUZZLER bdrm, 2 full bath Living ON REPOSSESSED HOMES! own home for Call Celebration Homes room/breakfast area/ 1st floor tor details. bdrm, 2nd floor bdrm (all lake- $500.00 246-437-3443 ACROSS 58 Statuesque view). Located btwn Gaylord 1 Might's partner model PREVIOUS PUZZLE SOLVED EASY or less per mo. 'restrictions may apply and Boyne City Selling fur- 5 Wave maker 60 Release magma FINANCING AVAllABLE! nished (with small boat) Pre- 8 Funny person 61 Twofold Give us a call (et Oh Yeah! approved or cash buyers make 12 Permit 62 Leaf juncture C O R G us show yoj how an offer' Available Now Enioy 14 Hindu attire 63 Leap aside ihe winter UP NORTH' and $1,000.00 Golf Season is iust around the 15 Knowing look 64 Nimble "BTTC ner can stait you down corner. (313)641-0132 16 Type of explorer 65 Propane Make (he road to owning 17 "It Must Be Htm" 66 Kind of tide NORTHVILLE - Exceptional Make this a your own home your life » singer & ready to move in' Brand No matter what it is, 18 Layered cookie DOWN new kitchen and updated reality... I know I wilt find it in my Remodeled easier... 19 Japanese eatery 1 Travel guides bathrooms New carpeting O&E Claeelfiedsl (2 wds.) 2 Matty or Felipe throughout this 2 bdrm, 1 5 Mobile Homes find it in 21 Themes 3 Troubles bath treshly painted condo. For Sale!! your classifieds! 23 Bathroom fixture 4 Wordy Webster Ceiling fans, humidifier and $100 00 off the site 24 Lynx or panther 5 German partially finished bsmt. rent lor first 18 months" 25 Dangerous industrial region washer & dryer, brick palio We Otter Easy Financing curve 6 Be mistaken Great location! Please Call: 26 Lunchbox items 7 Sends quickly (248) 902-5326 Mohawk Community CANTON - Busy Michigan Ave 30 Dixie serving 8 Get lumpy -579-SELL(7355) 28495 Joy Rd. corridor New 5100sf building, Cemetery Lots ^ 32 Ram, in 9 Nest on a crag T R E S S T R A D Westland Ml 48185 completely occupied. 4 5 acre astrology 10 Coral "It's All About Results " & luC I.MRll Site has room for another SPAPERS 734-513-4108 6-9-09 O 2009 UniiM Feature Syndicate, Inc 15.000SI building, $1,400,000 GLEN EDEN MEIMORIAL 33 Rescues formations Observer & Eccentric CLASSIFIED ADVERTISING #2615853, Beia Sipos 36 — Kong 11 Smelting wwwfranklinhomesales. 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Apartmenis/ ^ carport S300 secunty. credit W/1 yr. lease. Walk-in 50% off tirst 3 months closets (734) 455-1215 2 Bdrm, 1.5 Bath, Unfurnished W FREE HEAT with approved credit. $565, 936 Sq. Fl. 1 & 2 Bedroom Apt s. 7 3 6 2 (248) 886-0868 PLYMOUTH 1 Bdrm, $490, DETROIT 7 Mile & Telegraph 1ST MONTH FREEI Plymouth Manor 728 Sq. Ft. area. 1 bdrm upper Cozy FARMINGTON PLAZA APTS $300' Deposit $200 Security Deposit 9 S400/mo + sec dap & ref. Luxury 2 bdrms, A/C. pool Plymouth House 1 Bdrm Single Story Heat and Water Incl Super clean. (313)657-8125 New kitchen & baths, laundry Level: Beginner Private Entry/Patio 734-455-3880 (New residents only) rooms, heat incl. S650/mo. www (Torlicommunities com Here's How U Works: DETROIT/OLOE REDFORD 50% off 1st 3 month's rent Dogs Welcome with approved credil w/ approved credil. Sudoku puzzles are formatted as a 9x9 grid, broken down into nine AREA. 2 bdrm townhome, 734-459-6640 EHO No Pets. C/A, Vertical bsmt, appi, water S650/mo + (248) 478-8722 www.cormorantco.com PLYMOUTH SQUARE APTS. Blinds. Intercom. 3x3 boxes. To solve a sudoku, the numbers 1 through 9 must fill each *Calt lor details $300 securltv deposit. secunty Call • (734) 717-5091 LINCOLN PARK, Appliances include row. column and box. Each number can appear only once in each row, 50% OFF 1ST 3 MO. RENT Lowest rent, Oeiuxe 1 & 2 dishwasher. column and box. You can figure out the order in which the numbers will with approved credit FARMINGTON HILLS Very clean Apartments bdrms, quiet, safe, balconies. PLYMOUTH PARK APTS 1 & 2 btlrm. S570 - S705. appear by using the numeric clues already provided in the boxes. The ANNGIE APTS Call (313) 386 6720 Excellent Maintenance Isl Mo Free Renl. 734-455-6570 more numbers you name, the easier it gels to solve the puzzle! NO APPLICATION FEE (734) 729-6636 LIVONIA: 19795 Inkster 55 +, 1 & 2 bdrm apts avail FREE HEAIt 1 bedroom y 1 adult. 1 bdrm, kitchen, living starting at S450/mo. inci S505 9 Mile/ Middlebelt room, parking, S350/mo • allutil (313) 350-1270 Westland 248-478-7489 1.5 Security. (248)626-9093 Westland Estates VENOY PINES APTS. Rent starting "WOW" at $569 SEEKEEDFIND • 1 & 2 bedroom apis, FIND THESE WORD IN THE PUZZLE BELOW. 1 Bdrms, $495 with fireplace 2 Bdrms, $655 (734) 261-7394 cables cpu keyboard memory printer www yorticommuniiies com No fine print in (his ad' chip font laptop monitor ram -Heat/Water included -$20 00 Application Fee computer hard drive macintosh mouse software -S200 Deposit w/ Credit Condos/Townhouses WORDS READ UP, DOWN, ACROSS A DIA&ONAL New Resident's Only LYON TWP Even in these 734-722-4700 2 Bedroom, 1.5 baths. Mon.-Frl. 9am-7pm Immediate Occupancy Y S A w Q M P R Y E C L G H K trying times, Sat.-Sun. 10am-4pm Call: 248-290-5300 sxt 333 K 0 A p Y X L K Y V R H L V M NORTHVILLE CONDO 6 Mile/ p we still have WESTLAND Ridge 1500sq It, 2 bdrm,2 C O M U T E R Z E Z Y U First Month Free! t>ath. attached garage, no the best prices! 1 bdrm - S460/mo. stairs f^idgewood Elementary H K H s C J O V H R M A R P Q Reduced Deposits S1200/mo (248) 320-1699 Walk-in closet, private X V E p E M A S F D O Y P T P entry. Near Ford Plant PLYMOUTH - Ouatnl, quiet 1 734-721-6699 EHO bdrm condo. 55* only No F z U Y E L O E D Q H O L 1 www.cormoranlco.com Westland Plymouth pets, $695.'mo incI heat/water, O E H M B T B J R R M O U S E r appli. bsmt (734)216-4891 N X X L N O W A J A R S U A L Parkcrest Designed witli Carriage Move-In T E M O E A M C H P O E A O Apts. ROOMATESifiMIND! House Specials! 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BLOOMFIELO LAKEFRONT FARfVIINGTON HILLS HOMES FOR RENT NORTHVILLE Gentleman & Immediate Occupancy REDFORD TWP. Farmington Hills REDFORD (NW)- House. 3 Bachelors share home Prime RETAIL SPACE 32.000 sq.ft. No Rant Unlll 4/1/10 non-smokers only Share OFFICE SUITES Lg 1 6R secluded, large bdrm. bath, 2 garage. room for prime gentleman Great Exposure. LAB COMPLEX Wet Labs Homes StartInQ batti Must be clean & quiet from 625 sq.ft & up. Homes for Rent garage, remodeled Central Air. basement, S95/week 248-363-3914 at $649/mol' Private entry Sd5/wk + dep. Last Available Space from S8/sq.n. Shared cell Beautifully redecorated Move-in Special enclosed porch $825/mo 3 Bdrm. 2 Balti Homes Over 248-349-9495. 248-231-4772 1716 sq.ft. culture facility Offices, Great Rates inci utilities Pet Friendly 248-207-1225 1.000 sq>t & all appliances Excellent Rate. conference rooms, kitchen CERTIFIED REALTY INC Ageni: 248-767-4207 incl washer/dryer' Rooms For Rent CERTIFIED REALTY INC. & more. Free Fenced (248) 471-7100 NORTHVILLE or PLYMOUTH Acadomy/Wsslpolnl E 248-471-7100 Onsite Parking SOUTHFIELO - 3 bdrm homes, Downtown 1st week with full scadamyweslpolnl.com Melrepolllsn Center i SM. 2 Stfi Horn*! Frem ONLK quiet street, 2 car attached gar, deposit Furnished sleeping 1 868-272-3099 GARDEN CITY - 2 bdrm, C/A. GARDEN CITY: Furnished rm, lor High Technolosy new carpet/paint throughout. cable TV, a/c, microwave, rooms Newly decotated S85 Sell it all with 'Some restrictions apply garage, like new. stove, tndge. 2727 Second Ave. weekly. Security deposit. Expired 2/28/10 dishwasher S795+ sec $1200-1300 (443) 465-5386 tndge No deposit $100/wk Observer & Ecccntrlc 734-355-6453. 248-305-9944 OelroM. Ml 48201 'On select homes EHO 734-788-2929.734-536-0060 Call 734-421-2326 • "-••o • Fi0H Contact Dan Goulston 1 •800-579-SELL (313) 981-3390 INKSTER - 3 bdrm bnck ranch, piiopfimcs LIVONIA Furnished, kitchen Your search ends privileges, cable, washer/dryer, PAY NO RENT bsmt. 2 5 car gar dining room, Halls/Buildings WAYNE/WESTLANO: 3 bdrm. all utilities. Male preferred 1^ OliSi lUl K & I'X Cl M KK" here in the UNTIL A/i/iOU* immed occup, optionn.C avail S650, (248) 788-1823 2 bath. bsmt. fenced yard, gar, $360/mofS100 deposit. NEWSPAPERS Classifieds SO APP FEE! wood floors, newly updated. (734) 578-1427 HALL FOR RENT SUN HOMCS AT LIVONIA - 3 bdrm bnck ranch, $239AvK + sec 734-776-5346 800-579-SELL finished bsmt. kitchen appli. 2 LUXURY MOTELS- Low Rates. 1200 sq, ft - Kitchen - Bar (73S5) perfect tor small groups 30-40 Coliege Park bath, immed occup. option/LC WESTLAND - 4 bdrm brick Fairlane 248-347-9999, Royal Rent $100 space/ sec S100 Estates avail. $950 248-788-1823 ranch, fireplace, dining room, 248-544-1575, Oays 734-427- Classified 1300, Comfort 248-504-5080 Call Vince 734-728-0527 ' 51074 Mott Road #243 gar. option/LC avail, bad credit ; Canton. Ml 48188 LIVONIA - 7 Mi/Mernman 3 okay,S850 248-788-1823 METOWN com bdrm. appli. 2 car gar near Contact Us; I (888) 264-4080 schools & shopping, fenced, WESTLAND RANCH • £ ww.4col leg* pa rk.com we, S875+sec. 734-421-6387 PHONE 1-800-579-SELL (7355) Ford & Hix Rd area. 2 bdrm FAX 313-496-4968 ^ W • %«nMt PIM"1 single story. 800 sq tt, all LIVONIA Charming, immacu- new. Ideal lor senior $750/mo ONLINE vfww.hometownlife.com late 1 Qdrm. carpet, appt. 4 sec Call, (734) 564-2993 EMAIL [email protected] FARMINGTON • 1800 sg. It. No smoking/pets S450/mo HOME DELIVERY/CIRCULATION 866-887-2737 KirwJiomHoivnIifr.coni ranch attached gar. Ig master 248-681-6115. 248-921-2084 BILLING/INVOICE 313-222-8748 suite. 4 yrold house, no bsmt WESTLAND SCHOOLS OAK PARK • Cute 2 bdrm S1300/mo. 248-563-1733 Rental Home • 4 edrms, 2 Deadlines: ranch, carport, utility room, baths Remodeled Bnck ACT FAST! Sunday edition 4:30 p.m. Friday bad credit ok, option/LC avail SI 050 734-233-1433 HOME OF WE FARMINGTON HILLS S550. 248-788-1823 Thursday edition 4:30 p.m. Tuesday MONTH SPECtAU 3 bdrm, 1 5 bath, bsmt, 2.5 garage $9S0/mo REDFORD: 2 bdrm, bath, WESTLAND: Spacious 2 & 3 Offices and Hours: 248-787-6808 248-471-5606 '3Bed/2Bthl stove/refrig, laundry. Fenced bdrm duplexes Very clean, Eccentric office 6200 Metro Pkwy., Sterling Heights, Ml 48312 'AMAppltancesI yard, S75lVmo $1500 move- fresti paint, carpet, fenced, in 734-718-4665 near school. (313) 418-9905 Observer office 41304 Concept Drive, Plymouth, Ml 48170 FARMINGTON HILLS: 3 bdrm. Hours 8:30 - 5:00 Monday - Friday : * Central AM 2 bath. 2 car gar. ^ acre. S975 Or $ale-$8.000 credit POLICY For Stile from ONLY: owner finance 386-793-1530 All adv«rtlsing published in Ihe ObMrvtt and Eccantrtc N«w>psp«rs l> »ub|ec4 to the cendibons suted In OWN YOUR OWN HOME (tie appllubis rato canJ. ICoples are available Irom (he advsrtiting department Observer and Eccentnc Nswipapers, 41304 Concapt Ohve, Plymouth, Ml 4ei70 B66-e67-2737. The Observer and Eccentric FARMINGTON HILLS-4 bdrm Newapapors rssarvea the right not lo accept an advertlaer's order. Observer and EccenMc Newspaper <16,900 salee lepresentallvas have no authority lo bind this newspaper and only publication of an advertlaamen) bnck colonial, tin bsmt. attach FOR AS LOW AS Price Includes shall constitute flnal acceptance of the advertiser's order. When more than one Insertion ot tho same gar. 2 baths. C/A. option/LC Pef taxes, Insurance advertisement is ordered, no credit will be glvsr« unless notice ot typographical or other errors are given ^'569 Month! avail S1100. 248-788-1823 $499 /mo and warranty. In time tor corrocUon before the second Insertion. Not retponalble (or omissiona. Publisher's Notice: AD teal estate advertising in this newspaper la sub|aet lo the Federal Fair Housing Act of 1968 which states SUN HOMES A' that it Is illegal to advertise 'arty preference limitation, or discrimination- This newspaper will not Fannlngton Hills - 8 Mi/Farm Sale price $12,900 krtowingly accept any adverUsing for real estate which la in violation of the law. Our readers are hereby Coilege Park Renovated liKe new 3 bdrm Informed that all dwellings advertised In this newspaper are available on an e MARKETPLACE HmmmiifBcon, Auction Sa es Auction Sa ES 7100 Estale Salts E Household Goods E Sporting Goods DEARBORN HEIGHTS; Estate CHINA CABINET- Beautiful, FISHING SHANTY- Portable GET EXTRA CASH! ESTATE AUCTION Sale Feb 19& 20, Fri. & Sat. contemporary GLASS & SIL- Shappei Ice fishing shanty 2 Sat.. Feb. 20th, 7PM 9-4PM, 26309 Wilson. S of VEf^ 5 shelves. 4 doors, 38' man Clam-type w/sled. ice wide X 7 ft high x 18' deep Will By seUing your vehicle or the items in your Cultural Center Ford Rd . W of Beech Daly drill, etc - S145/best offer. Call sell for S500. 248-594-0474 525 Farmer 1940 Hoosier Cabinet, 50's SOLDI"! garage and attic which are collecting dusti furniture, misc household Plyinouth, Ml JUTE BOX - 45 rpm , ready to Numerous Tools CASH ONLY play, loaded w/records Wanted lo Buy Electronics Farmmeton Hills Two to Advertise 1 item of NORTHVILLE: Large Estate Outdoor Items choose. S700 248-660-5440 E Sate Everyting must go Collectibles merchandise for The Super Auction Priced to sell. Piano, bed- CASH PAID For costume Furniture MISC: Almond Refrigerator, 8 Companies from rooms, dining room, vintage jewelry, vintage to antique. Housenold items toy collection, tools Bottom Freezer S145, As little as $19.99*1 Marcy. Cell 248-880-5700 Cash/MCA'isa 4 states selling Fn, 9-3 Sat 9-12. Country Almond Gas Stove S12S: Bank Debit Cards. Guns inct lare Colt Pistols & Long Place Condos, off 6 Mile. 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