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Editor's note: For more on the when the rest of the park mayor's State of the City speech, could benefit from what will see Page A3. certainly be a costly project. BYDARRELLCLEM He also urged residents to OBSERVER STAFF WRITER "temper their expectations" due to ongoing testing and Mayor William Wild has the need to develop a reme- indicated that an initial diation plan acceptable to phase for fixing lead-con- the Michigan Department of taminated Central City Park Environmental Quality. could potentially begin by The latest proposal for the Full-day late summer, offering "the former landfill near Ford and first hope for a solution to Carlson would complement this problem that has seemed plans for building a so-called kindergarten at times insurmountable." Play Planet and Rainforest Wild's surprise announce- H2O Zone, or "spray park/' 7 ment came Thursday eve- immediately north of Central ning during a State of the City Park, in what is com- Too much or a step up? City address that depicted monly called Tot Town. Westland as a forward-think- Wild's remarks inside the "The direction in which education starts a man ing place where city officials, packed auditorium of Glenn will determine his future life." residents and businesses are High, his alma mater, came So wrote Plato more than 2,000 years ago, and working together to create a as residents face a second educators and policy makers still believe it's true. bold vision, despite economic summer of being fenced out So what could be more important than kin- problems. of Central City Park, which dergarten, which opens the door to a lifetime of Mere hours before Wild once hosted everything education? Little does a 5-year-old know what a delivered his crowd-rous- from youth baseball to the milestone kindergarten represents on the long ing, 45-minute speech inside American Cancer Society's walk toward adulthood. John Glenn High School's Relay for Life. Lawmakers in Lansing are considering making (uiditoriura, he engaged in On Friday, Assistant full-day kindergarten mandatory. Bra that has talks with Wayne County Wayne County Executive raised serious questions about the need and value officials who indicated they Alan Helmkamp indicated of such a program. are willing to move ahead support for Wild's state- Today, in the second and final part of this series, with a first-phase reme- ments, saying the county the Observer & Eccentric Newspapers will look at diation plan for Central "has agreed in principal" to a what schools already offer and what impact this City Park, focusing on the phased remediation plan that PHOTOS BY BILL BRESLER STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER could have on schools that don't offer it. We'll also easternmost 12 acres of the will require state approval. Lexie Kirkendall is ready* with an answer during the kindergarten class math exercise at Aflen look at the potential psychological impact of send- 100-acre site. The area would "We appreciate Mayor Elementary School in the Plymouth-Canton Community Schools. ing such young children to school all day. likely receive several new soc- Wild's leadership on this cer fields, pavilions and rest- issue," Helmkamp said. room facilities, he said. He also seemed encouraged "I think phase one is a that the county, which owns Some schools already offer full-day programs great start, and I, as an opti- the park, can reach a new mist, look forward to seeing agreement to continue leas- BYTONYBRUSCATO a shovel in the ground by the ing the park to the city when OBSERVER STAFF WRITER end of summer," Wild said. the current lease expires in Even so, he didn't indicate October. As the state Legislature considers bills how long the initial phase mandating full-day kindergarten, many might take to complete or [email protected] | (734) 953-2110 school districts are already providing all- day education for children in their first year in the public school system. Some districts, like Southfield Public Schools, have been offering all-day kinder- garten since 2004. "Most of our families have two work- Mayor ing parents, and a lot of single moms William Wild and grandmothers are raising children delivers a ... they need full-day kindergarten," said hopeful State Ken Siver, deputy superintendent. "If I of the City could have done it sooner, I would have. speech at the Everybody, nowadays, is looking for full- hometown day kindergarten." school he Others see the reality of finding class- attended, room space and added costs, such as addi- John Glenn. tional teachers and program materials, TOM HAWLEYI STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER will make the change a costly one in the face of state foundation grant increases that aren't keeping up with inflation. Teacher Heather Kearney at Allen Elementary School, is an eight-year veteran of teaching "If the Legislature wasn't looking at it, I kindergarten. She works with students Chloe Cox and Chris Pohl, playing number dominos during don't think we would be actively pursuing centers time. it," said George Belvitch, director of ele- mentary education for Plymouth-Canton Some question stress of full-day kindergarten, A5. Livonia Public Schools administrators are Hundreds of Westland vot- and Ann Arbor Trail, said Schools, where the foundation grant is also in the process of exploring all-day kin- ers who live in a north-end Westland City Clerk Eileen $7,500. "It would be very difficult for us to "And, it would mean additional teachers. dergarten. And, just like Plymouth-Canton, neighborhood will be cast- DeHart. afford." We have approximately 27 kindergarten costs and space are primary concerns. ing ballots at a new location In all, 1,468 voters will be Plymouth-Canton has cut nearly $15 teachers. We'd have to double that. Do the "I'm not certain if all of our schools starting with the Aug. 5 pri- making the move, she said. million over the past seven budget years, math, that's a sizable amount of money." could accommodate full-day kindergar- mary. "It's going to take effect for including the need to eliminate some 21 According to Belvitch, the math puts ten," said Sheila Alles, director of aca- Precinct 27 residents who the August election." full-time-equivalent positions for the about a $2 million price tag for teachers, demic services. "We've figured the initial used to vote at the Livonia Voters should begin 2008-09 school year. And, that's in a dis- plus equipment and training. The district start-up cost would be $2.4 million, with school district's now-closed receiving their new voter trict with increasing enrollments over the would also face $80,000-$100,000 in lost an annual cost of $1.3 million. We would Perrinville School will cast registration cards this week. same time frame. revenue from-its Kindergarten Crew pro- need 22 new teachers. their ballots at the Western DeHart's office plans to start "It would put additional strain on our gram, a fee-based program that extends Wayne Skill Center, at Ritz sending them out on Monday. elementary buildings," added Belvitch. the day for kindergartners. Please see FULL-DAY, A5

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BY REBECCA JONES or 10k run or 1 mile walk at the'' OBSERVER STAFF WRITER Hines Park Nankin Mills site. The course is newly certified A run, a raffle, and lunch fol- with U.S.A. Track and Field, : lowed by ice cream help set the which means the race winners * course for a drug-free commu- will set the first course record. - nity events on Saturday, June 14. Teams have also formed in Run Drugs Out of Town, in honor or memory of a loved its second year, brings people one who has faced a battle with together to raise awareness about drugs or to represent their com- teen drug use and raise money pany's commitment to the cause. for the Livonia Save Our Youth They wear colored T-shirts to - Task Force. show unity. Event coordinator Chris This year, about 60 City of Ogden, a 2002 graduate of Livonia employees signed up, Churchill High School, organizes and the police department is it This year she has gotten help more involved. from sponsors Ken Wagner "Chief (Robert) Stevenson is Insurance Agency and Parkside very proactive in the fight against Community Credit Union, the drugs, especially when it comes Livonia Police Department, to the youth of Livonia," said Sgt. St. Mary Mercy Hospital, local Mike Killingbeck, of the crime businesses and fellow Churchill prevention bureau. Stevenson, classmate Chris Connor, of the himself a long-distance runner, Dallas Stars. said the event would be a good He'll be there handing out use of drug forfeiture funds. prizes to race winners and will Killingbeck said the police donate some items for a raffle. department hopes to be even big- Franklin Middle School eighth-grader Stephanie Dulapa won best of show P.D. Graham third-grader Lindsay Pogue's mixed media colfage won the Ogden calls him a "drug-free ger sponsors next year. for her mosaic piece. elementary best of show honor. success." Registration is still under- "One of my main goals is to way, online at wwwjustsayrun. show kids good examples of com through June 12. People people who are successful and can also register and teams doing interesting things in their will pick up their registrations Two win best of show in WW 's annual exhibition life who are drug-free," she said. packets from 4-8 p.m. Friday, 'And he's a perfect example." June 13, at Dick's Sporting Wayne-Westland students in kin- Public Library wher,e students were collage. He art teacher is Janice Last year, 550 people took Goods in Westland. The feei s dergarten through the eighth-grade honored for their artwork. Two stu- Crum. part, helping to raise $10,000 for $15 students/seniors $20 adults. celebrated their creativity and hard dents had their pieces chosen as the The middle school best of show the Save Our Youth Task Force. Participants can also register work at the district's ninth annual 2007-2008 best of show. honor went to Franklin Middle School In addition to a bringing in the day of the event, for $5 more. Student Art Show The elementary best of show honor eighth-grader Stephanie Dulapa for speakers, the task force has orga- Those who register by June 7 will Families and students attended a went to P.D. Graham third-grader her mosaic piece. Her art teacher is nized events like sober tailgate get a freeT-shirt . reception on May 10 at the Wayne Lindsay Pogue for her mixed media Thomas Stubner. parties at the high schools. Participants can choose a 5k [email protected] | (734) 953-2054

AROUND WESTLAND WHERE HOMETOWN STORIES UNFOLD H0MET0WNLIFE.COM Celebrity servers Kevin Gidley, Eric Henzi, - jazz, tap, ballet, lyrical hip Kristen Potonic, Marty ON THE WEB hop etc.) ballroom/swing, and John Glenn High School Sylvester, Dan Danic, Paul clogging. HOW TO REACH US students can have their teach- Nolta, Debbie Skillman and For an expanded version of The AAU Junior Olympic ers and administrators serve Jeff Wesley and coaches Steve Aroutid Westland, visit our online Games will take place July Home Delivery/Customer Service 1-866-88-PAPER (866-887-2737) them dinner at a Faculty Conn and Tom Wakefield. edition at www.hQmetownfife. 23-Aug. 2 in the metro Detroit Newsroom (734)953-2104 Fax (734)591-7279 Night Monday, June 2, at the They'll be hustling food to com and dick on the Westland area. The dance event will Sports Nightline (734)953-2104 Westland Big Boy Restaurant the tables between 5-10 p.m. home page. be held at the Allen Park Classified Advertising 1-800-579-SELL (7355) at Hunter and Wayne Road. as fund-raiser for the John Performing Arts Center July The celebrity servers Glenn Football boosters. The domestic and sexual violence. 28-30. Information can be Display Advertising (734)582-8363 include Principal Joan Sedik, restaurant is donating 10 per- For more information, call found at www.aausports.org. Assistant Principal Marva cent of sales as well as tips to the Westland Jaycees hotline POSTAL PERIODICAL REQUIREMENTS Foster, teachers Heather the boosters. at (734) 226-0400 or visit its Summer rentals Th? West-land Observe: Publication NO. USPS 663-530 Published even/ Thursday and Sunday. Niromerguth, Liz Bozyk. Web site at www.westlan.djay- Plan your outdoor party or Ps'iodice! postage is paid st Livonia. Michigan. 48150 Amanda Bostic, Kim Coyne, cees.org. gathering at one of Westland's 36251 Schwlcraft, Livonia, Ml 48150 Angela Lentz, Sheri Grove, Stop in a Culvers between parks. Pavilions, tables, noon and 8 p.m. Wednesday, Class reunion and grills are now available June 4, and help Westland John Glenn High School through October. For more Youth Assistance. Enjoy a Class of 1988 will hold its 20- information, call the Westland frozen custard, a butterburger year reunion on Saturday, Aug. Parks and Recreation or your favorite menu item 23 at Roma's of Garden City. Department at (734) 722- because 10 percent of the Tickets are $30 per person. 7620. proceeds will go to the Youth. For tickets and more informa- /A assistance program. Culver's is tion, visitjghs88reunion.com. Constituent hours at 6500 Newburgh Road, just i i™ ^ The staff of U.S. Rep; south of Warren. Retirement planning Thaddeus McCotter, R- <• \ Learn how to make your Livonia, will hold office hours Memorial balloon launch retirement dreams into in several locations. The time Vermeulen Funeral Homes reality at this retirement is set aside so that the citi- is inviting people to attend a planning discussion on at zens have the opportunity to * Celebration of Life Memorial 7 p.m. Monday, June 9, at speak with a staff member one THRIFT STORE Service that will be held in the William P. Faust Public on one regarding any federal Westland and Plymouth. Library. Join Andrew Gagne, issue that they might have. Friends and family members an associate finance advisor, Tuesday, June 3, office are invited. to discuss what investments hours are 9-10 a.m. at Livonia The second service will be fit your unique dreams and Civic Park Senior Center, at 7 p.m. Sunday, June 1, at goals. Find out what retire- 10:30-11:30 a.m. at the the Vermeulen Funeral Home ment means to you, what your Redford Community Center, at 46401 Ann Arbor Road, personal plan is and what 1-2 p.m. at the Maplewood Plymouth. To participate, call your options are. For more Community Center in Garden (734) 459-2250 by June 1. information or to reserve your City and 2:30-3:30 p.m. at the seat, callthe library at (734) Westland senior Friendship Jaycees meeting 326-6123. The William P. Center. Office hours for The Westland Jaycees will Faust Public Library is at 6123 Thursday, June 5, are 9-10 hold their general meet- Central City Parkway, between a.m. at the Canton Summit ing at Rana's restaurant, Ford and Warren Road. Senior Center, 11 a.m. to located at 35111W. Michigan noon at the Northville Senior Ave., Wayne at 7:30 p.m. Bound for Olympics Center, 12:30-1:30 p.m. at the 7 DAYS A WEEK Wednesday, June 4. All The Westland Parks and . Plymouth District Library i-Sat 9-9; Sun 1O-S aspects of the community Recreation Department's and 2:30-3:30 p.m. at the Van will be discussed and any Westland Stars is inviting Buren September Days Senior and everyone who is inspired dance teams, studios and Center. The congressman has to help make a difference is community recreation danc- two offices in Livonia and Manager's Super Sunday Sale encouraged to attend. In addi- ers to join them in competing Milford the district to serve Select Merchandise tion, the Jaycees will be col- in the dance division of this constituents. The Livonia $ lecting clothing, diapers and summer's Amateur Athletic office can be reached by call- 25" a piece or 5/ 1»00! wipes to benefit First Step, a Union Junior Olympic Games. ing (734) 632-0314 and the non-profit organization which The event is open to teams and Milford office is available at WHY SHOP ANYWHERE ELSE? aims to reduce the incidence of individuals in standard dance (248) 685-9495. When You Can Get Almost Anything and Everything At Fire damages home's live-in attic CHILDREN'S WOMEN MEN Fire damaged a live-in attic Shirts 99$ and up Blouses 990 and up Suits $4.98 and up area of a house at Marquette and Hanlon on Thursday morning, Pants 99$ and up Stacks §9$ and up Shirts 99$ ami up but no one was injured, Deputy Fire Chief Kevin Riley said. Westland firefighters "did a Shoes 99C and up Shoes 99$ and up Shoes 990 and up real good job of putting it out" with help from Garden City and Sporting Goods • TVs & Electronics Wayne, on what Riley described as a busy morning. * Toys & Much More! The fire started around 11 a.m., and fire officials weren't sure what caused it. Riley said the Drive Thru Donation house will be "uninhabitable for a Drop Off Area! while" until repairs can be made. Owned and Operated by the Disabled American Veterans Several young adults were in the house, but no one was Mon-Sat 9-9; Sun 1O-8 injured. The upper part of the house received moderate flame damage and heavy smoke dam- Smoke billows from a home at Marquette and Hanlon that was damaged age, Riley said. Thursday by a fire in a live-in attic. Observer & Eccentric j Sunday, June 1,2008 Www.hometownlife.com LOCAL NEWS A3 Witness, issues delay hearing

BY DARRELL CLEM ing that will determine whether even though she has said she has OBSERVER STAFF WRITER he should stand trial in Wayne years of experience and a state County Circuit Court. If convicted certification. A deaf Westland man's court as charged, Catalano will fecelif e Catalano's defense team has hearing on charges he fatally shot in prison without parole. argued that he has problems his longtime girlfriend hit a series With Catalano's and Susalla's communicating because he was of roadblocks Thursday, with a families watching Thursday, never formally schooled in sign judge saying a key witness hadn't Bokos adjourned the hearing until language, although Juhalah been subpoenaed and an inter- June 19 because at least one key worked with him while he was preter seeking to remove herself witness, former Westland police staying in a psychiatric center in TOM HAWLEY|STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER from the proceedings. Sgt. David Heater, hadn't been Saline. Catalano was moved to The John Glenn High School JROTC color guard and the Glenn Singers participate in the opening ceremony of The latest developments subpoenaed to testify. Heater, now jail in mid-May after Bokos ruled the mayor's annual state of the city speech. delayed until June 19 a pre- an officer in Harbor Springs, is that he is now competent for court liminary hearing for 45-year- expected to testify about a confes- proceedings. old Timothy Joseph Catalano, sion that authorities say Catalano In another development, charged with first-degree murder made after Susalla was shot. defense attorney Jeffrey Schwartz amid accusations he shot Tammy Bokos also said defense and asked Thursday for a transcript Mayor: Westland in Susalla as she lay in bed last Aug. prosecuting attorneys needed of Catalano's May 15 competency 27 at their three-bedroom home more time to prepare for the hear- hearing. Schwartz and another on Gloria, near Merriman and ing. lawyer, Richard Monash, have Cherry Hill. Police have said Moreover, the judge hopes to contended that Catalano still 44-year-old Susalla, also deaf, resolve an impasse after interpret- isn't competent to stand trial, but strong financial health intended to end their 24-year rela- er Yonita Juhalah suddenly indi- certified forensic examiner Marc tionship. cated Thursday that she isn't prop- Sholder has testified to the con- BY DARRELLCLEM former money-losing opera- dents to make the city more Catalano^ accompanied by two erly qualified to help Catalano in trary. OBSERVER STAFF WRITER tions that are expected this environmentally friendly. defense attorneys, an interpreter court. Juhalah suggested that a Catalano remains jailed with- year to produce profits, due Wild announced he will and a deaf advocate, appeared better interpreter should be called out bond as lie awaits his now-, Mayor William Wild to cost-cutting measures assemble a commission to Thursday in front of Westland in for the defendant. rescheduled preliminary hearing. declared in his State of the rather than user rate hikes. analyze the city's fuel and 18th District Judge C. Charles' "There should be one with more City address Thursday that The mayor also said a new energy usage and to rec- Bokos for a preliminary hear- experience, more skills," she said, [email protected] I (734) 953-2110 Westland remains in "strong ordinance giving local busi- ommend how money can financial health" because the nesses a competitive advan- be saved. His address also city has reined in spending tage on city bids has pumped included a video indicating while maintaining services nearly $500,000 into the a long-term economic devel- and protecting a nearly $2 local economy. opment plan for Ford Road, library asks youngsters to 'Catch Reading Bug' million budget surplus. Wild said Westland con- particularly between Wayne It hasn't been painless, tinues to draw interest from and Central City Parkway. The William P. Faust Public the world of insects with Robin, Mary Denning's Cake resulting in a loss of 14 full- developers and has lured new The vision includes spruced- Library of Westland is asking young patrons. Science Alive, Shoppe, Texas Roadhouse, 7- time jobs through retire- companies like US Farathane, up businesses, parks, pedes- young readers to catch the bug Naturalist Lori Taylor, Mark Eleven, Culvers and Westland ment, attrition and two lay- a growing, 900-employee trian-friendly areas and pos- - the reading bug - so much so Rosenthal's Animal Magic and Bowl are sponsoring summer offs, and the elimination of company with annual sales sibly a farmer's market. that it's 2008 Summer Reading Bats of the World are just a few literacy at the library. several part-time workers. of $130 million. He said tax The crowd seemed Program is aptly named "Catch of the free programs planned. Completing the program "We have also followed abatements have helpeddraw enthused by Wild's second the Reading Bug." Story times will be presented is easy. Children have seven the lead of the Big Three some businesses. State of the City address. The annual program will throughout June and July, and weeks to meet a reading carmakers and have begun Wild touted efforts to "I thought it was really kick off 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. other fun activities include goal of 500 minutes. They'll to retrain our current work- clean up neighborhoods like great," longtime resident Saturday, June 14. It will be the family movies, contests, prizes receive incentives along the force, thus giving us the Norwayne, and he voiced Mack Mayfield said. "He's first opportunity to register and creative crafts. way, culminating with a finale ability to eliminate the need hope that a curbside recy- looking toward the future. for the program. Children will The joy of reading is for performance by the musically for many high-priced consul- cling program could poten- If he can implement half of receive a starter bag with pro- everyone - readers, beginning talented Gemini brothers on tants and outside contrac- tially begin as early as fall. these things, it's going to be gram material, make a simple readers or read-to-me children, Aug. 6. tors," the mayor said. Moreover, he unveiled what great for the city. I think we craft, sign up for upcoming and the Summer Reading For more information on Wild held up the Mike he called Westland's Mission have a good, solid mayor." programs, and meet a very Program offers rewards for all. how to "Catch the Reading Modano Ice Arena and Green, saying he will seek friendly bee from Old Country Target, Old Country Buffet, Bug," call the Children's Service Westland's city golf course as input from officials and resi- [email protected] I (734) 953-2110 Buffet. Friends of the Westland Department at (734) 326-6123. During the seven-week pro- Library, McDonald's, Zap Be sure to ask about the teen gram, presenters will share Zone, Skatin Station, Red and adult reading programs, too.

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COMMUNITY CALENDAR Matthew Billingsley, Keely ER coder in Listings for the Community Calendar the medi- can be submitted by e-mail at sma- ail of Westland, have been cal records [email protected]. They aiso named to the Dean's List for department can be mailed to Sue Mason at 36251 the winter term at Northwood at Botsford Schoolcraft, Livonia 48150, or faxed University. They had to earn a Hospital in to her attention at fax at (734) 591- 3.25 grade point average on a Farmington 7279. For more information, call (734) 4.0 scale to the named to the Hills. 953-2112. list. Christine Varner She is the Named to the Northwood's daughter of UPCOMING EVENTS President's List for earning a Timothy and Susan Varner and Veterans benefit 3.85 grade point average were a 2004 graduate of Garden A "Tribute to Dean Martin and Steve City High School London" with music by Sweet Tracks will be presented 6-10 p.m. Friday, June Megan Nahr, Christine Lisa Vacca graduated 13, at AMVETS Post 171,1217 Merriman, in Cassady, magna cum laude from Albion Westland. Cocktailswil! be served 6 - nffith, Julie College on May 10,. She p.m. followed by diner at 7 p.m. and received a degree in econom- the show 8-10 p.m. There also will be Westland and Mary Pritchard ics and management and an open bar 6-11 p.m. Only 140. tickets and Chadwick Williams of speech communication with to be sold. They cost $25 each and are Garden City have been named a minor in religious stud- available in the post lounge. The money to the Dean's List for the fall ies. Her concentration was raised will benefit homeless and hospi- 2007 semester at Grand Valley " in the Gerstacker Liberal talized veterans. For more information, State University, Arts Program in Professional call (734) 7219440. The students had to main- Management. Radio swap tain at 3.5 grade point average The magna cum laude honor The Garden City Amateur Radio Club and be enrolled in a minimum signifies that Vacca graduated will host an amateur radio swap and of 12 credit hours to be named with a cumulative grade point trunk sale on Sunday, June 8, at the to the list. average above 3.75. Garden City Park Pavilion at Merriman and Cherry Hill roads in Garden City. 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Swap begins at 8 of Canton, Sharon Maitland of Dearborn Heights (center row), Nan Schroeder of Dearborn, Rhonda Cobb of Detroit, at Michigan Technological Gregory Bevel of John Glenn a.m. Arrive early for tables and prime Mary Szymanski of Dearborn, Susan Wells of Dearborn (front row) and Patty Sellers of Brownstown. University A senior major- High School in Westland with trunk locations. For more information, ing in biological sciences, he a $1,000 college scholarship. cali Fred, K8KUZ, at (734)-26l-6441 or is the Anti-Defamation League. There Women Center of St. Mary Mercy is provided. Caii (800) KARMANOS to earned grade point averages of The 2008 Comcast Leaders Sharton, KA8SPW, at (734) 42V9221. is no charge. For more information, Hospital, 36475 Five Mile, Livonia. No volunteer. 3.5 or higher to the named to and Achievers scholarship Installation of officers contact Lisa Glazer, executive director registration is necessary, and the First Step the list. program, one of the Comcast Westland American Legion, Westland at {248).282-0088 or by e-mail at lisa® group is free of charge. Call (734) 655- First Step, which has been active in Foundation's signature com- Post 251 will be having its second mizoa.org. 1100. the effort to end domestic violence Timothy Varsier of Garden munity investment programs, annual installation of officers dinner/ Free workshop Counterpoint and sexual assault in western Wayne City has graduated cum laude recognizes students who have dance Friday, June 20, at the VFW Post Dr. Carol Ann Fischer, a holistic physi- Counterpoint Shelter and Crisis Center County and Downriver communities from the College of Education demonstrated leadership skills, 3323 Hall on Wayne Road at Avodaie, cian, wellness consultant and clinical offers free counseling and respite for more than 20 yearsjs looking for at Eastern academic achievement and a Westland. Doors open at 6:30 p.m. with nutritionist, is presenting "Detox - Is services for people ages10-17 and their volunteers. Interested people must be Michigan commitment to community a buffet dinner served at 7 p.m. There It Right for You" 7-9 p.m. Tuesday, families. For more information, call at least 18, witling and able to travel University with service.- will be an open bar, door prizes and June 3, at the Civic Center Library, (734) 563-5005. to the Downriver area and complete a a bachelor of A resident of Westland, dancing to the music of the Walt Liepec 32777 Five Mile, Livonia. Learn about Toughlove 55-hour training program. Call (734) I science degree, Bevel plans to attend Band 11 p.m. Installation of officers wilt detoxification of the human body A Toughlove support group meets 416-1111, Ext. 223. J j and elementary University of Michigan - take place at 8 p.m. Veterans and the and the choices available at the 7:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Northwest Drivers K-5 teaching Dearborn and is among 139 public are welcome. Tickets are $20 free workshop. Seating limited to the Wayne Skill Center, Ann Arbor Trail Volunteer drivers are needed to trans- t i i r certificate and young people from across the per person. For more information and first 15 callers. For reservations, call between Merriman and Farmington port area residents to meetings of the ll;r^—_S^J a K-12 cogni- state to be honored this year tickets, call (734) 751-2275 or (734) (734) 756-6904 or go online to www. roads, Newcomers welcome. Call (734) Western Wayne Parkinson's Disease Tlrnothy Varner tive impaired by the Comcast Leaders and 326-2607. TLCHolisticWellness.com: 261-7880 or (248) 380-7748. Support Group. The meetings take endorsement. Achievers program. Bevel and McCottertalh John Glenn reunion place 7-9 p.m. on the second Thursday Varner is employed by the the other honorees have been Zionist Organization of America- John Glenn High School Class of EDUCATION of the month in the Livonia Senior . Garden City Public Schools invited to attend a ceremony Michigan Region, in commemoration of 1988 will hold its 20 year reunion on St. Raphael Center, Farmington Road south of Five as a teaching assistant at the June II at the Michigan State the Dolphinarium terrorist attack in Tel Saturday, Aug. 23, at Roma's of Garden St. Raphael Catholic School, located on Mile. Drivers may be offered a stipend. Burger Center for Students Capitol in Lansing. Aviv on June 1,2001, presents U.S. Rep. City on Cherry Hille east of Venoy. Merriman just north of Ford in Garden Parkinson's patients, caregivers and with Autism. He has been with Thaddeus McCotter, R-Livonia, speak- Tickets are $30 per person. For tickets City, is now accepting open enrollment others may attend the meetings. Cali' the program for five years. Named to the honor roll ing on The House Anti-Terrorism/Jihad and more information, visit the reunion for the 2008-2009 school year for pre- (734)459-0216 or (734) 421-4208. A 2002 graduate of Garden for the fifth marking period Caucus at 5 p.m. Sunday, June 1, at the Web site at jghs88reunion.com. school through eighth-grade. Programs VNA Hospice City High School, he is the son at the Tinkham Alternative Holocaust Memorial Center. McCotter Fish Dial-A-Ride include 3-4-year-old preschool, tech- Visiting Nurse Association of Southeast of Timothy and Sus-an Varner. High School in Westland serves the 11th district of western Fish Dial-A-Ride of Western Wayne nology updates and a host of extra- Michigan's (VNA) hospice program Oakland and western Wayne counties. County is seeking volunteer drivers. A curricular activities. Computer labs, needs volunteers to comfort and Desiree Clark, Dominique He is chairman of the Republican House nonprofit community service group, new classroom technology, Japanese support patients at the end of life. Cily has graduated from Henderson, Ashley Holland, Policy Committee and serves on the it provides door-to-doorrides to non- class, and chess club are some of the Volunteers can provide companion- Schoolcraft College with an Tressie Howell, Brittany House Anti-Terrprism/Jihad Caucus emergency medical and other neces- school's newest additions. The school ship, write a memoir, provide respite t- in health which educates fellow lawmakers and sary appointments for senior and dis- has a strong academic program and for family or work as office support. eauna Stalev and Alicia Americans about militant Islam's long- abled residents of Garden City Livonia also offers religion class, weekly Mass A free 18-hour training program is •.;•"•>i.'d ;is ;iu term threat. Co-sponsor of the event and Westland who are unable to drive and sacramental preparation includ- provided at the VMA headquarters, and have no alternative transportation. ing Reconciliation, Communion and 25900 Greenfield Road, Suite 600. Volunteers can specify days, times, and Confirmation. Latchkey and bussing is Registration is required. (-248) 967-8361 areas they're willing to drive. For addi- available, and all faiths are welcome. orvisitwww.vna.org. tional information, call (888) 660-2007 For registration information or to Seasons Hospice and leave a message. learn more about St. Raphael Catholic Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care is s* t Higher Rock Cafe School, contact the school office at looking for volunteers to provide com- The Wayne-Westland Salvation Army (734) 425-9771 or visit the Web site at panionship to patients dealing with life presents the Higher Rock Cafe the www.straphael-gc.org. limiting illness, No special skills, other second and fourth Fridays of the month St. Damian than objectivity and compassion, are Get Your at its facility at 2300 Venoy, south of St. Damian Catholic School at 29891 needed. Training provided. Volunteers Palmer, Westland. Doors open at 7:30 Joy, Westland, offers preschool for are matched with patients in their p.m.. live bands perform beginning at 8 3-4-year-olds and full day kindergarten own community. For more information ewards Card" p.m. Admission is free, however, a free through grade 8. For more information please calf Ruth at (800) 370-8592.' will offering will be taken to support or to schedule a tour, call (734) 427- Literacy Council today! the bands. Check out Higher Rock on 1680 or check outthe school's Web site The Community Literacy Council (CLC) the Web at www.tsa.higherrockcafe.4t at www.stdamian.com. is looking for volunteer tutors in • com or call (734) 722-3660. Academic Pathways Western Wayne County to help adults Academic Pathways Cooperative improve their reading, writing and com- FOB SENIORS Preschool at 30330 Schoolcraft, munication skills. The CLC will provide Friendship Center Livonia, is currently enrolling for 2008- training to interested volunteers. The Senior Resources Department 2009 school year. Morning sessions Previous experience or a bachelor's (Friendship Center), 1119 N. Newburgh, for the 3- and 4-year-old programs are degree is not required. The council will Westiand, offers a variety of programs available. Potty training is not required. provide free training and materials, and for older adults, The Web site www. • There is a certified teacher. The 4- then match you with an adult student ci.westland.mi.us offers more informa- year-old program runs 9:30 to 11:30 in your area. Call (734) 416-4906 for tion. Call (734) 722-7632. a.m. Monday, Wednesday and Friday more information. Dyer Center mornings. The 3-year-old program runs Heartland Hospice The Wayne-Westland school district's 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Tuesday and Thursday Heartland Hospice is looking for caring Dyer Senior Adult Center offers activi- mornings. For more information, call and dedicated people with an interest ties Monday-Thursday at the center, (734) 459-6689 or visit the Web site in serving terminally ill-patients and or renew your subscription for on Marquette between Wayne and atwww.academicpathwayspreschool. their families in Washtehaw, western Newburgh roads. Mondays, Senior com, Wayne, Monroe and Livingston coun- we'll send you a Readers Rewards Card! Chorus at 1:30 p.m.; Tuesdays, arts, YWCA preschool ties. Volunteers provide a variety of crafts and needlework at 9:30 a.m.; The YWCA of Western Wayne County's services including companionship, light 66.887.2737 or mail today... Wednesdays, kitchen band, 10 a.m., Education Department offers quality housekeeping, errand running, grief bingo at 1 p.m.; Thursdays, ceramics, preschool programs to children aged support and clerical services. For more arts, crafts at 9:30 a.m. 24 to 5 years old at no cost to most information, contact volunteer coordi- in f ME STUFF! Senior fitness families. There are many locations • nator Candice Jones, (888) 973-1145. Seniors can get in shape through some available throughout the community. programs offered at the Mapiewood Home-based programs are also avail- ORGANIZATIONS to subscribe to your hometown newspaper! Center. The Senior Fitness Room is able. For more information on these Friends of Eloise THE open 8:30 a.m. to 5 p.m.-weekdays, 9 programs, or to enroll your child, call The Friends of Eloise group meets 6 a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday and noon to 6 the YWCA's Education Department at p.m. the third Tuesday of .the month p.m. Sunday. Annual membership is $50 (313) 56H11O, Ext 10. in the dining room of the Kay Beard NEWSPAPERS I per year or $1 for a daily pass. Aerobic After school program Building, on Michigan between CLIP AND MAIL OR CALL 1 -866-887-2737 ! classes are field 8:45-9:45 a.m. Tuesday An after-school recreation, tutoring Middlebelt and Merriman. All are wel- Mail to: Circulation Department, 36251 Schoolcraft, Livonia, Ml 48150 | ahd Thursday. and scouting program for students is come. For information, call Jo Johnson, • I'd like to subscribe to my hometown newspaper every Sunday and Thursday for six months I offered at the Salvation Army Wayne- (734)522-3918. at $34.95 and receive a Reader Rewards Card § Westland Corps Community Center, Q PAYMENT ENCLOSED •Bill ME | Advocacy group 2300 Venoy in Westland. The program, Story Circle Women's Life Writing Group Name , , I*. Address ; • The Wayne-Westland Alliance for the 3-6 p.m. Mondays through Fridays, is meets at 7 p.m. the second Wednesday City "__ .Zip- Mentally ill, a self-heip and advocacy for students in kindergarten through of every month at the Wayne Public Phone E-mail group, meets at 7 p.m. the first and 12th grade. Volunteers needed in all Library, 3737 S.Wayne Road, Wayne. 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A SAFE PLACE is Karmanos Institute to each meeting to spend some time Domino's Pizza based on the Alcoholics for Christ pro- The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer writing, and for those who are comfort- Hawthorn Valley gram. For more information, caii Russ Institute needs volunteers to trans- able doing so, sharing their writing. Weathers at (734) 422-1995. port cancer patients to mammogram Membership in Story Circle' National Golf Course Menopause S More and doctor appointments in metro- Network is optional. Participation in A Menopause & More support group politan Detroit. Drivers are needed the group is free. For more information for women meets 7-9 p.m. the first for Macomb and Oakland counties, . about storycircle, go online to www, Wednesday of the month in Classroom Dearborn and Detroit. Volunteers must storycircle.org or send an e-mail to 2 of the west addition of the Marian be at least 18. Mileage reimbursement [email protected]. 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BY GREG KOWALSKI 8. And they keep them on veys indicate that children at Wayne State University. OBSERVER STAFF WRITER the run between swimming, in full-day kindergarten get "Nap time is a factor," she lacrosse and the host of an academic boost. said. Kindergartners need Paige Leary has a lot of other activities youngsters "The Long Term effects one or two hours of nap questions about the value of take part in these days. of Half-Day vs. Full-Day time and activities have to full-day kindergarten. And that is the core of Kindergarten" report done engage the children. A year Mainly, "why?" her concern. While Leary by Dominic Gullo in 2000 of development can mean "Why are we even look- encourages her children to snowed that 974 second major changes in young ing at this," said Leary, a be active in many areas, graders scored "significantly children. Birmingham mom who sent there has to be limits. higher in math and reading "Three- and 4-year-olds four kids through traditional "I often feel they are over- on the Iowa Test of Basic go through a period of kindergarten. "It's not neces- extended," she said of kids Skills and had fewer absenc- hyper-activity," Brooks said. sary," she said. in general. "People feel that es than half-day children." "A 5-year-old is curious." She also asks what financial "I've got to do everything for But "An Overview of Full- However, young children impact this will have on the my kids,'" she said. So many Day Kindergarten" by the do adapt to the kindergar- Birmingham School District, parents spend hours each Ohio Legislative Office of ten environment, she said. where three of her four chil- day ferrying their children Education Oversight done in But she echoed the same dren are enrolled. And why to soccer or hockey or dance 1998 stated, "in most stud- caution that Leary did: Kids does it have to be mandatory? lessons or skating lessons ies students show somewhat are being pushed into too But the biggest question she or to any of the many other higher academic or social many activities. poses is what impact this will activities kids get involved achievements than half- "The programming of have on the kids. in. . day students, with effects our children is a great con- Birmingham currently offers Leary has cut back on diminishing after second cern, beginning with infant traditional half-day kindergar- some of her kids' activities, grade." swimming lessons," Brook ten program with extended day Paige Leary and her kids Kate, 13, Ashleigh, 9, and Caroline 8, know the in keeping with her own Is putting 3- and 4-year- said. "There is not as much available for a fee. But legisla- kindergarten experience well. Not pictured is son, Peter, 12, and dad, Greg. belief that "parents need to olds too much stress for tome to be free and cre- tion being proposed in Lansing pull back a little." their developing minds? ative." would make all-day kindergar- She questions the wisdom . She would know. She and And in her view that There are many factors in Whose fault is that? ten mandatory. of placing kindergarten-age husband Greg have four extends to full-day kinder- determining that, said Beth "More often than not, it is Not everyone thinks it is a children in school for a full day. children, Kate, 13; Peter, 12; garten as well. Ann Brooks, M.D., a child the parents who push them," good idea. "Kids need to be kids," she said. Ashleigh, 9; and Caroline, Several international sur- and adolescent psychiatrist Brooks said.

garten," said Ely. "We discovered they were in the short run," said Belvitch. "But, the stud- FROM PAGE A1 moving to the U.S. because he was too young. going to private and parochial schools in and ies have also shown that by the upper elemen- "I don't really see the purpose of half-days, out of the district, places that were offering tary grades, there's no difference between those they don't seem to have enough time to do the "In the last six years we've cut $30 million full-day kindergarten." that had half-day kindergarten and those who activities," said Warren-Green. "Teachers say from the budget, and next year we're cutting had full days." often times recess has to be ditched because in excess of $5 million," she said. "We're not CONCERNS OF CHANGE Belvitch said.Plymouth-Canton is studying they don't have time for it. At this age, it would adding programs, we're attempting to main- When Jacob Calicut, 35, of Farmington how to implement all-day kindergarten should allow them to stretch those academic activities tain programs through further budget reduc- Hills became a parent representative on the the Legislature move forward and impose it for over a longer period of time, and allow the kids tions." committee which took a year to research the 2009-10 school year. to have more time to play and socialize. full-day kindergarten, he wasn't expecting to Gov. Jennifer Granholm said in her 2008 "One of the advantages, from a parental point CHANGING TIMES move from his thinking that half-days were State of the State address that full-day kinder- of view, is half-days are very difficult to manage Southfield's Siver conceded it'll cost more good enough. garten is essential to success in the 21st cen- because you're on the go all the time," added to add full-day kindergarten — as well as add "Naturally, with school traditionally being tury. Warren-Green, who has three children. "With Spanish language instruction for kindergart- half days, you kind of went with it," said "This simple step will make a dramatic dif-, a child in preschool, one in kindergarten and a ners — but said it wasn't about the money or Calicut. "I thought we would find potentially ference in the lives of our children," she said. fourth-grader I'm in my car pretty much most convenience for parents. conflicting research, but — in reality — what "We want all our students to have great oppor- of the day. It would be nice to drop them all off "Kids have a lot more stimulus today we did find was information with all the ben- tunities in life." together' and pick them all up together." through television and computers, and we efits." And today's students will be battling those Most school districts would easily decide to were seeing many more children coming to Calicut, whose 5-year-old son, Nicholas, from around the world for those "great oppor- move to a full-day kindergarten if they thought school with a level of readiness as far as lan- will attend full-day kindergarten this fall, tunities," with many of those students in other their state foundation grant would be increased guage skills were concerned," Siver said. "But, said there were concerns among parents parts of the globe attending classes more to cover the costs. As it is, most are expecting it did cost us a lot more money because we about the change. days throughout the year. That's one reason another unfunded mandate to provide more for doubled the staff and put a classroom aid in . "I heard a lot of parents who were con- Samafttha Warren-Green, a parent of two less. every kindergarten class." cerned there would be social issues and about children who attend Smith Elementary in "I think if the legislature would like to pro- While Siver said the $ll,OOO-per student a child's capability of handling a full day," Plymouth, believes all-day kindergarten is a vide additional funds to implement all-day foundation grant gave them enough funds, Calicut said. "Ironically, by doing a full day it good idea. kindergarten we would be most grateful," said it didn't mean there weren't cuts made to gives the teacher more time to spend one-on- Alles. "And, we would embrace it. financially support all-day kindergarten and one with students and develop course lessons FULL DAY HAS ADVANTAGES "But, then you have to ask yourself, what do elementary Spanish programs. that they can't do in a half day." Warren-Green remembers starting school in you cut to afford it if this is another unfunded Farmington will movefrom having three That's one of the reasons Alles would like England at age 4. Her son — who started school mandate," she said. Title 1 schools with all-day kindergarten to full-day kindergarten in Livonia, if the district at age 4 in England — had to be taken out of provkling it for all the district's elementary could afford it. kindergarten and put back in preschool after ttruscdtofriometowniife.com | (734j 459-2700 schools next year. Nancy Ely, director of Early "Our kindergarten curriculum is packed into Childhood and co-chair of the committee a half-day, so a full-day would allow teachers an that studied the issue, said the three schools opportunity to spend more time and go more proved it helped children academically and in-depth on curriculum topics," said Alles. "It the district is banking that trend will con- would also give more time to develop literacy .*•- tinue at all the elementaries. skills, as well as language development, read- s Another factor in offering full-day kinder- ing, writing and listening skills." " ^ » *({-ff fftfff'/t garten in Farmington — as well as Southfield Plymouth-Canton administrators have — is to get those children who are attending looked at the studies and discovered all-day other schools that provide full-day kindergar- kindergarten may have a minimal effect on ten. total learning. 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Dental Exp preferred. $14.95/Start Ms. Diamond, 248-594-2341 benefits. 734-437-9254 - Please fax resume Attn: APARTMENT Fax resume 248-553-2913 ASSISTANT No exp. necessary, paid field Dawn to: 734-513-1623 BARTENDER/COOK training, benefits. Call Mon. & Genera! MIG WELDER Help Wanted-Dentsl PHLEBOTOMY EDUCATION MANAGER Tues. for interview. 2-3 yrs. exp. of Production Saturday accelerated classes Experience Necessary SUMMER WORK Welding. $11/hr. Detroit Area infinity Primary Care is Schedules alternate days, Apartment Community located 248-623-1572 Dispatcher DENTAL ASSISTANT beginning 7/12/08.10-4pm in $14.25 base/appt. 1st & 2nd shift available. looking (or Health Care nights & weekends. 21 & in Westland seeks Full-Time Downtown Plymouth dental Garden City. $900. *Full/part time Phoenix Personnel Professionals for Physician Assistant Manager. Exp. in PUBLIC SAFETY office seeks art energetic, (313) 382-3857 over only. Apply in person: 'Customer sales/service 734-284-2121 offices in Livonia and friendly, team player. Plymouth Pub conventional apartment leas- TECHNICIAN - *Cond. apply, must be 17+ EEOC Brighton: Full-time. Experience needed. Ann Arbor Rd. & Sheldon ing & computer skills req. DISPATCHER *No exp. needed - we train Fax resume: (734)453-4513 No Phone Calls Please! Ability to handle multiple (248) 426-4405 POSTAL POSITIONS 2D08 • RHs/LPNs tasks.. Send or FAX to: $14.80-$36.00+/hr. HAIR STYLISTS DENTAL ASSISTANT •MAS Regional Manager 245 CITY OF Federal hire/full benefits Line Cook & Short Order Cook Booth rental, $125/wk. Family oriented dental prac- 29777 Telegraph, Ste 2100 SOUTHFIELD No Experience, closed Sun. Comprehensive Benefits Commission 65%. •> tice seeks FT or PT Dental Must have experience. South-field, Ml 48034 1-80D-370-G146 Ext. 243 Package! Captivating Cuts Assistant. Exp. necessary. Call (734) 748-3685 FAX 248-353-4462. 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FT working, full time Dental in Southfield & Rochester Help Wariied-Sales A in conventional apartment exp. in: emergency service STYLISTS, NAIL TECH Assistant. Experience required. Hills. FT & PT. Fax resume to leasing and computer skills response, dispatch or pub- & RACIALIST Fax resume: 313-274-7092 248-353-0312; bseifman® required. Send or FAX to lic safety employment, For new upscale salon in West preferredurology.com AUTO SALESPERSON (M/F) Regional, Manager 345 Computer Applicant with 2 yrs. of FT Bloomfield. on Orchard Lake. No prior sales experience nec- 29777 Teiegraph, Suite 2100 exp. in a call center (combi- Call 248-496-1344 Hel p Wanted-Med ica i ts sary. We offer training, a fun Suutlifield. Ml 48034 nation of telephone and n imminent and excellent FAX (248) 353-4462 EHO/EOt computer input) will be ED, FT income potential. Fax resume considered. 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A specialized accounting firm nicians with front-iine and is seeking a medical billing rent resume with cover let- Looking for a self motivated, home PT, schedule pick- application visit: computer and organization- Great pay/top benefits, advanced support. Perform Volleyball Coaches specialist with a minimum of ter and salary requirements mature-minded Sales Person ups for Purple Heart. Call Www. cltyofsQutfifield.com al skifls. Knowledge of gov- to: Deanna TCPC, 844 Application server adminis- Bloomfield Hills Academy of five years of experience. for women's health center. 9-5, M-F. 734-7Z8-4572 tration and user account ernment programs and the Call Maria at: South Washington, Suite the Sacred Heart is seeking a Individual will be responsible Saiary w/great commission management. Assist, in the Jewish community a- plus. Head and an Assistant/Junior 800.969.7723 100, Holland, Ml 49423; MSW or BSW preferred. for all aspects of the medical and opportunities for study and evaluation of billing including denied claims fax: 616-546-2678 or email: Resumes only to: Sheryl Varsity Volleyball coach for advancement. Fun jobl hardware and software for the 2008 fali season. research and resolution and EmploymentTCPC® company needs. Identify the EOE/Drug Free Stoddard, Jewish Family CARE procaresystems.com Fax resume (248) 539-4617 Service, 6555 W. Maple Responsibilities include pro- accounts receivable analysis. strengths and weaknesses COORDINATOR Excellent communication and or email to: of alternative solutions, Rd., West Bloomfield, Ml gram development, game Will function as part of analytical skills required. [email protected] conclusions or approaches Driver 48322, or fax to 248-592- management and practice 2326 or email to; professional team coordi- Competitive salary and bene- to problems. planning. Resumes may be fits offered. Send resume, with SALES FULL TIME BUS [email protected] submitted to Debbe Payle via nating health care services EOE for uninsured, low-income salary requirements to 44744 Health, life, annuities. Will DRIVER e-maii to [email protected] Helm, Plymouth, Ml 48170, Must meet all requirements adults in a fast paced set- With Experience, needed train, Great career and income [email protected] for GROWING dermatology to be considered: 3 yrs. exp. ting. Must have experience opportunity. 248-767-3368 supporting Windows XP Charter Township JANITORIAL Help Wanted-Office working in a medical set- practice in Ann Arbor/ operating systems in WAN of Bedford AM & PM Porters. Clerical . ting. BSM degree helpful. Medical Receptionist Plymouth area. Full-Time, environment. 1 yr. exp. with PM Cart Retrieval. Computer literacy and case Full-Time. Send resume to: excellent pay & benefits. TELEPHONE SALES Active Directory domain. Canton area. 734-425-0121 management experience 43422 West Oaks Drive, PMB Commission only. Up to For more information ACCOUNTS PAYABLE Demonstarated troubles- required. Knowledge of #167, Novi, Ml 48377-3300 Email or Fax Resume to: $40K/yr. Exp needed. Call hooting and analytical skills. call 313-387-2761 CLERK Jewish community a plus. [email protected] 888-431-1462 ext 100 or fax JANITORIAL, FT MEDICAL RECEPTIONIST Exp. writing process and or visit our website at: Resumes only to: Sheryl (734) 996-8767 resume to 248-693-3044 procedure documentation. redfordtwp.com/deptyhr Romulus area. Technical Society in Stoddard, Jewish Family Skilled & Exp'd. for very busy $8/hr. to start. Service, 6555 W. Maple clinic in Novi. . Knowledge of Farmington Hills seeks Help Wanted- Accepting applications (313) 537-2451 responsible clerk for multi-co Rd., West Bloomfield, Ml insurance verification. Exp, in 48322, or fax to 248-592- Part-Time , through DRIVER TRAINEES accounts payable and other Web Dennis helpful. misc duties. Must be accurate 2326 or email to: Fax resume: (248) 626-9533 Our dynamic specialty prac- Wednesday, June 18,2008 Needed Now! LAWN MAINTENANCE [email protected] and detail-oriented and able to tice is expanding and cur- Learn to drive for Experienced. Good driving EOE NURSE MANAGER, rentjy recruiting in our new RECEPTIONIST Qualified candidates apply Werner Enterprises! record. Valid driver's license type 45 wpm. Minimum 3 yrs. in person at any Novi location. This team Earn $750+ per week needed. (248) 548-5570 accounts payable or account- RNs & LPNs atmosphere requires a RN Part Time DFCU Financial ing exp. or equivalent educa- A Premier Facility an Affiliate Plymouth real estate Brancfi Office. No experience needed! with leadership qualities CDL & Job Ready Machine Builders tion. Great Plains/Excel exp. of William Beaumont Hospital and minimum of 4 years office hiring receptionist in 3 weeks at For out of state field service' preferred. Evergreen Health & Living clinical experience, prefer- for evening and week- Branch locations and Nu-Way - #1 tn Ml! Center has full time open posi- ably in an outpatient proce- ends. Must have phone, complete job description opportunities, must have metal 2 Great Locations! Resume & salary tion for Nurse Manager. If you dure setting. We offer com- people and computer see Client Server Support removal, transfer lines, spindle are a professional and dedi- Lerarn how Werner machines experience etc. All requirements to: petitive wage and benefits skills. Approx. 20 hours Analyst 2 FT available at barb [email protected] cated Nurse, willing to work in plus no weekends, evenings can cover costs! travel & expenses covered. per week. Fax resume to dfcufinancEal.com FAX 248.848.3771 the State of the Art Facility that or holidays. 1-888-922-8743 Send resumes to offers a benefits package for Alissa 734-454-4517 ACI Director, HR - ATTG Apply on-line at Credit record in good [email protected] P.O. Box 9094 full time employment includ- DRIVERS, FT ing paid vacation, health, den- www.tricountypain.com standing required. Farmington Hills, Mi 48331-9094 Needed for 3 shifts. Must MACHINE OPERATOR tal, vision coverage, 401k Or send, fax or email a cur- We always find trie best have chauffeurs license & cur- 2-3 yrs. exp. $8-$1Q/hr. plan, life Insurance and tuition rent resume with salary his- E.O.E. ASSISTANT/RECEPTIONIST rent Medical card. Must bring Call Phoenix Personnel reimbursement. Please apply tory to: Attn: Deanna TCPC, stuff in the Observers Self motivated individual for a current Mi driving record. 734-284-2121 EEOC in person at 19933 West 13 844 South Washington, Eccentric] Customer Service, progressive chiropractic clinic. Mile Rd., Southfield, Ml 48076 Suite 100, Holland, Ml Marketing & Sales Contact Manager MAINTENANCE Computer knowledge a must. 49423; fax to: 616-546- [email protected] or call 248-203-9000 and ask New Canton office hiring Exp. preferred. Painting, Part time. Application meeting for Galina Petlakh or Karrie 2678; or email: many positions. Alj positions 248-663-6641 or in person: cleaning, be able to work off Thursday, June, 5th, 11am. irs ymr area. Schmitt or fax to Galina at EmploymentTCPG® start at a minimum of 21360 Teiegraph Rd. ladders, general maintenance. O'Connor Chiropractic Clinic, 248-203-9001. procaresystems.com $400/wk. Call: 734-644-1417 Southfield. 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BY HUGH GALLAGHER IT'S AMAZING during down times. you can't go directly from one OBSERVER STAFF WRITER "Guys would come by and arrow to another separated ask what it was. They would by a line or wall; instead, you John Tittensor Jr. thinks What: 'Amazing Minds Mazes; a col- try them out and come back have to skip over to the next he just might have the next lection of 32 challenging mazes. and say 'I did it' and I would' arrow. suduko, a twisty, turny maze Author: John Tittensor Jr. say, I'd have to make them . "You have to eliminate so game that challenges the mind Publisher: iUniverse Inc. harder.' It was my mind many paths to find the correct against their's," he said. "They path to open up," Tittensor and the pencil. Price: $10.95 f And it all began with that Available: Borders, Barnes and said you need to do something said. "If you don't complete the most popular of children's toys Noble, Waldenbooks, Amazonbooks. with this, it's really cool." paths, every time you take a — an empty refrigerator box. What Tittensor has done is certain way, it's going to be a "We had gotten a refrig- com create a book of 32 maze puz- dead end. When you eliminate erator box, I had broken it zles, Amazing Minds Mazes. the dead ends, the path will down in the basement and one side and an arrow on the The mazes grow progressively open up to finish the puzzle." BILL BRESLER | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER me and my buddies, with our other side where it came out," more difficult, Tittensor is already working John Tittensor Jr. is challenging alt comers to try working their way through Matchbox cars, we would Tittensor said. "The key to these mazes is on his second book, with 48 his amazing mazes. make roads and use tissue That was the inspiration. simple — go through the maze puzzles. He is also investigat- boxes for the fire department "It was later in my life that I and each time you come to ing the possibilities of a com- and other buildings," Tittensor picked it back up and realized an arrow, you follow it in the puter version and a syndicated said. this could be a lot of fun as a direction it's pointing until newspaper feature. When his buddies left, maze puzzle," he said. you see the tail of the arrow in He said a lot of people were MON -5AT. Tittensor, now 45, began Tittensor, who now lives line," he said. confused when they first saw a putting in more roads, with in Melvindale, grew up in The first few puzzles use suduko game, but now they're complicated overpasses and Westland. He works as a door numbers and letters to help everywhere. He's hoping for underpasses. installer contractor for Home give some direction over and the same success. "We weren't sure what went Depot, but used to work for under barriers. But for later IManike^ipilaccre " under and what went over, so Chrysler Corp., where he puzzles, you're on your own. A [email protected] 38000 Ann Arbor Rd. Your Meat 3Di.fi I decided to draw an arrow on began to doodle his mazes key rule to remember is that (734) 953-2149 Livonia Supermarket (734) 464-0330 launches small * I ^ business SALE VALID JUNE 2 * JUNE 8 program Fresh Ground Beef JL ^m. tffc A The Wayne County Airport GROUND $929 Authority (WCAA) has launched a new Small Business CHUCK Eb Enterprise (SBE) Program Family Pack designed to increase oppor- tunities for qualified small businesses inMacomb County, Boneless Beef Tenderloin A Oakland County, Washtenaw Wildflower planting County and Wayne County to participate in Airport More than 50 volunteers turned out for Wayne County Commissioner Laura Cox's annual cleanup effort FILET $ Authority contracts. at the Bennett Arboretum in Northville. Volunteers removed invasive species, spread mulch, planted MIGNON "The Airport Authority is wildfiowers and cleaned up the are. Volunteers received free tickets to tiger games. Pictured are, 4 Steak Value Pack committed to providing equal from left, Ray Schnieder, Lauren Billoto, Catiin Szcypka, Marissa Anposicwicz, Paige Shesterkin, Allison contracting opportunity to Szcypka, Erin Szcypka and Cox. all businesses for projects at Detroit Metro Airport and Willow Run Airport, and we continue to seek the best-val- ued, high-quality products and services by encouraging competition among our ven- dors," said WCAA CEO Lester An annual event celebrates Greenberg is an eight-year Healing Center, Helen Palmer Robinson. "This new SBE all those touched by cancer cancer survivor who used Image Recovery Center, and Program provides equaliza- — survivors, current patients, music to heal during her own Radiation Oncology. tion credits so that smaller, caregivers, health care provid- recovery and is now fulfilling , This event is free. To RSVP USDA Boneless local firms can compete more ers, and family and friends her promise to share her gift of or for more information, aggressively and equally for who have lost a loved one to music with others. call the hospital Community business opportunities at our cancer. It is a time to celebrate There will also be tours of Outreach Department at (734) SIRLOIN airports." life, personal successes and the Our Lady of Hope Cancer 655-8950. Under the SBE Program, the hope for the future. Center, Hearts of Livonia In recognition of National TIP ROAST Authority encourages SBEs The St. Mary Mercy to submit bids or proposals Hospital annual Cancer as either prime contractors or Survivors' Celebration will be as subcontractors by applying Sunday, June 1, at the hospi- ^f^f in &(e$i&nMaffy ^ommermfMestoratwn Fresh Ground Beef an equalization credit to bids tal, Five Mile and Levan in submitted by or with certified Livonia. There will be a recep- % Custom c8rk£

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Kim Gross and Jeff Stone outline the "Everyone said 'Dave should different dress codes, such as "cor- 326-6123 or search our catalog any do it,'" Wisniewski said with a porate" or "business appropriate," time of the day online at www.west- laugh when recalling that they that you can apply to your wardrobe land.lib.mi.us. couldn't find a woman to fill based on workplace setting. In addi- Highlighted Activities the comedic role. "The com- tion to suggesting suitable clothing Adult Poetry Group: 3 p.m. mercials make people remem- types, this book and others like June 2. ber (the store)." Carson Kressley's "Off the Cuff: The Interested in reading, discussing, With a Canton location at Essential Style Guide for Men and and writing poetry? Please join us 1765 Canton Center Road the Women Who Love Them," also for one of our sessions, whether and a Redford store at 10021 address the proper fit for essential you're a first-time writer or a seri- Telegraph Road, the company clothing items, in order to maximize ous wordsmith. Sign up at the recently opened its third store the potential of your purchases. Reference Desk. Check out our blog at 34955 Plymouth Road in For those of us who don't work at westlandadultpoetry.biogspot. Livonia. "Having a central in a corporate setting, a business com. location has made sense for It's a little-known fact around town that the 350-pound former rugby player Dave Wisniewski, owner of Canton casual style is generally a satisfac- Retirement Planning;? p.m. us and our customers," said Computers, plays the computer-trashing Granny on their television and Web commercials. tory example to follow. Although the June 9. 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June 16. 2008. at 10:00 a.m. as well as various style magazines Library is at 6123 Central City (no exceptions) for the following: for both men and women. Stop by • Parkway, Westland. For more infor- Network Support the reference desk, call us at (734) mation, call (734) 326-6123. Complete specifications and pertinent information may be obtained from the Purchasing Office or at www.cityofwestland.com. The City of Westland reserves the right to reject any or all bids. Jade M. Smith Controller Publish: June 1,2008 #|l!

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-^ CITYOFWESTLAND ZONING BOARD OF APPEALS PUBLIC NOTICE The following appeals will be heard at a public hearing to be held in the Council Chambers of Westland City Hall, 36601 Ford Road, Westland, MI on Wednesday, June 18, 2008 at 7:00 p.m. at which WHAT time comments may be directed to the Board during audience participation. If you wish to reply by mail, send your comments to the above address. All property owners whose names appear in our tax rolls located within 300' of this property are being notified pursuant to this statute. Petition #2640-J. Faris-8633 Beatrice Request for a 1,431.09 s.f. lot area variance from Section 7:4.2 of Ordinance 248 as a result of a proposed land division request to divide the 126 foot wide, 91.57 foot deep, 11,537.82 s.f. lot into - 2 separate parcels for development of single family homes, resulting in each of the proposed lots comprising 5,768.91 s.f., where a minimum lot area of 7,200 s.f. is required for lots within the R-5 district. Petition #2641-J. Sherman-32129-31 Genessee Court Request for a 1 foot, 6 inch side yard fence height variance from the Westland City Code of Ordinances in order to install a 6 foot high ,1 •• chain link fence in the east and west side yards of the residence, where Section 22-203(C) states that side yard fences that are - /* allowed cannot exceed 4 feet, 6 inches in height. Petition #2642-B. Kroll-PID 56-032-01-0045-000 v <* ' Request for a variance from Section 7:4.2 of Ordinance 248 in order to makethe above mentioned non-conforming lot a buildable lot as it does not meet the minimum requirements and was contiguous I Road salt, dirt and grime can really take a toll on your car. Chesterfield 48850 Gratiot 586-949-3311 with adjacent lots making it previously part of a conforming zoning Ziebart's exclusive' exterior DISC VER parcel. detailing process not oniy Dearborn 3251 S. Telegraph 313-565-2030 gets out ail dirt and grime, _ „ . „ : Petition #2643-Wavne Hunter Investments. 6639 N. Wayne Road enhancing the appearance of St. ClSlf ShOfeS 19706 E. Nine Mile Rd... 586-773-0300 Jtt your vehicle, it also helps to Request for a use variance from Ordinance 248 in order to operate protect its look overtime. 44033 Van Dyke a driving school in a lease Space located within the Westland Plaza, 1 WB hand wash and chemically clean all 32932 Ford Rd where Section 9:6.1 does not list the proposed use as a permitted exterior surfaces. use within the CB-3 district.. Clean all chrome, trim, wheels, tires and BB I- A E.IA (?>.* O A.'in DETAILING • WINDOW TINT • PROTECTION giass. M-r 8-5:30, Sat. 8-4:30 1 Machine apply Ziebart's exclusive protective Publish June 1, 2008 ^2008 Ziebart International Corp. Cannot be combined with any other offer.

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OUR VIEWS Cooperstown doesn't disappoint 4-day work week ooperstown, N.Y., can be a fellow player in the All- His abrupt departure was We've never been to the Hall a place of surprises even if American Girls Professional still news when we arrived in of Fame in the summer, and Cyou've been to the Baseball Baseball League of the 1940s Cooperstown, and of course I avoid the induction ceremony Hall of Fame five times or so and 1950s. The women talked didn't get to do the interview when crowds fill the one-traffic would help ozone, already. extensively about their memo- for this newspaper. light town to capacity. I like to My husband and I traveled ries of playing hard and having It would have been nice to watch that on TV and compare May 18 from fun in the league. Later, they meet a fellow Groves gradu- a full Cooperstown to the qui- our Plymouth assisted with and appeared ate, and maybe we would have eter, almost spiritual place that fuel economy Township in the 1992 movie A League of seen some secrets of the Hall we know. home through Their Own, all about the wom- of Fame; only about 10 percent My husband was a bit miffed • Oakland County Executive L. Brooks Patterson will Canada into en's baseball league. of the collection's shown at a to see a woman reading a seek approval from that county's Board of Commissioners upstate New I turned a corner and spotted given time. Still, even without book (not a baseball title, from for a four-day, 40-hour week to help county employees York. We were a photo of a younger Filarski the Petroskey interview the trip what I could tell) in the room save 20 percent on gasoline. eager to get tagging out a Josephine Kabick was worth it. that houses the Hall of Fame Patterson's proposal is a practical solution to the prob- to the Hall of in a 1947 game. It was a great, I stopped in at the Hall of plaques of Al Kaline, George lem of rising fuel costs — one that we hope will be imple- Julie Brown Fame, founded but pleasant, surprise to see Fame library to ask about St. Kell, Hank Greenberg, Charlie !M mented by not only there, but by other governmental units *™™ ™™™ in 1939 and one of the local women I'd met Louis Browns tryouts held in Gehringer, and St. Louis and private businesses as well. one of our and heard speak represented Toledo in the early 1940s. My Cardinals greats like Stan Other answers — including expanding mass transit and favorite travel destinations. so well in the Baseball Hall of dad and a friend had skipped Musial. (St. Louis is my favor- developing alternative fuels •— will take time and money. classes at Detroit Mackenzie ite National League team.) Of Cooperstown's not so easy to Fame. But allowing employees to work four days a week instead The other pleasant surprise High School and hitchhiked to course, many other teams and get to, taking a winding Route of five is a solution that costs nothing and can be imple- 28 south of the New York was fellow Rotarian Bob Bilkie Toledo for tryouts. The library eras in the sport are repre- mented immediately. Thruway's HerMmer exit. Our Jr. of Northville, whose name in Cooperstown had no record sented, including Effa Manley, three days at the Hall of Fame appeared on the first floor of of the open tryouts, although an owner in the Negro Leagues A shortened work week would benefit workers, many of and the Inn at Cooperstown the Hall of Fame at a display on the helpful staffer did refer me and the first woman inducted. whom are spending more now to feed their vehicles than were worth the drive and the fantasy camps. When I got back to the Baltimore Orioles, the Maybe the reader should their families. It would also help to offset stagnating or alarming gas prices (especially into town for Plymouth A.M. successor to that team. have gone across the street decreasing wages and increases in co-pays and dechact- in Canada, our equivalent to $5. notary's May 27 meeting, I was Not all the Cooperstown to the public library on Main ibles that have affected many workers in the pocketbook. a gallon). eager to let Bob know his name surprises were local or even Street, but she wasn't bother- A four-day work week would also help the environment. The first surprise was see- on a roster and a photo, with face American. We heard a staffer ing anyone so I didn't really Fewer trips saves on ozone-damaging emissions. The ing Helen Filarski's picture in slightly turned, were not far away speak on Japanese baseball care. Baseball means differ- economy would benefit as well. The less money workers the Diamond Dreams exhibit from the Hall where the plaques players. I didn't know that the ent things to different people, have to spend on gasoline, the more money they'll have to on women in baseball. The of baseball immortals rest. first player from Japan came and the Hall of Fame's just spend on other goods and services. new exhibit, funded by AT&T, Initially, I'd been a bit dis- in 1964 and played for the San the place to be if you're a fan, Service doesn't have to suffer with a shorter work week. explores women's role in orga- appointed. I was scheduled Francisco Giants. There was casual or otherwise. Employees can stagger their 10-hour work days so a mini- nized baseball. to interview Birmingham even a black and white photo of mum number staffs each department every day of the. Filarski, now Helen Filarski Groves High and Michigan him eating a hot dog at the ball Julie Brown, Observer S Eccentric week. They can take turns taking off Friday or Monday. Steffes, spoke March 29 at the State grad Dale Petroskey, who park and smiling. He returned presentation editor, can be reached Government offices could even expand the hours they're William P. Faust Public Library until recently was president to Japan, I leamed, and had a at {734) 953-2111 or via e-mail at open if employees are working longer shifts. Rather than, of Westland with Mary Moore, of the Baseball Hall of Fame. career in broadcasting. [email protected]. being open 8 a.m. to 5 p.m., they could serve the public from 7 a.m. until 6 p.m. We think Patterson's proposal makes good sense, but not just for Oakland County. We also encourage other Grads, parents can learn from family's tragedy governmental units and private businesses to act without delay in changing the traditional five-day work week to or many, the next few allowed this accident to hap- Parents who "want to be cool" those parents who are planning four. weeks will be filled with pen so that no other family will and provide the best time for graduation parties that will Fgraduation ceremonies, know this unbearable pain. their kids friends, don't look offer a safe and positive place followed with graduation par- Parents who are hosting so cool when the police arrive for our children to celebrate Cheer for the ties and celebrations. Sadly for graduation parties, be aware. trying to sort through the their accomplishments with us, June 5 will instead mark Be painfully aware of what events that led to one tragedy their friends and family of all hometeam, the anniversary of our daugh- type of party you are design- after another. Don't strive to ages.' ter Ashleigh's death. ing for our young people. Even be the "cool" parent. Be the This letter won't bring back read today's She had just graduated from though alcohol wasn't a factor responsible parent and pro- Ashleigh, but I pray it will, in Notre Dame Prep and she, in the crash in my daughter's vide a healthy, safe graduation some small way, prevent anoth- too, like your accident, it was a factor at the party that is appropriate for er tragedy. And for that, I know children, was party. The host family had your son or daughter. This is Ashleigh would be smiling. full of hope alcohol available at their party the beginning of the next stage and dreams. without any "plan" in place to of life where they will be build- a Rochester Ashleigh's own control those who could con- ing their future. Lead them by Hills resident. graduation sume it. Plans for free-flow- example. party was to be ing margarita fountains and You should know that you ' the next day, access to powerful water "toys" must have a boating safety when tragi- is a deadly and tragic combi- certificate to operate a PWC Jan Willhite- cally, while nation. on any Michigan waterways if Iserman attending her Contributing to this tragic you were born after Dec. 31, friend's gradu- accident was the access to the 1978. Here in Oakland County •*' YOUR MASTER'S ation party, she was given keys host family's PWC at their we are blessed with a strong by the host family to their PWC party. They gave the keys Marine Division who, with (personal watercraft), and then to this powerful water ves- their partnership, we have DEGREE while on the lake, looking back sel without question as to been able to provide boating at the tuber she was pulling, Ashleigh's certification (which safety classes in our schools to **. Ashleigh collided with a 19- is required to operate a PWC our young people at no cost to foot powerboat and was killed on our waterways) or without the student. Boating accidents instantly. any direction or instruction in and deaths have largely been There is just no way to regards as to how-to operate reduced as a result of boat- describe the immeasurable their PWC. ing education, along with the pain and heartache of losing Tragically, she was killed just strong presence on our lakes by your child. And so, in honor 20 minutes after heading out the OCSD. •e*' of Ashleigh's incredible spirit, onto the lake. Congratulations to all who we fight to educate others Parents, be diligent in put- will be graduating here in the & I ' about the chain of "events" that ting your guests' safety first. upcoming weeks. Thank you to

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Brad Emons, editor. (734) 953-2123. [email protected] www.hometownlife.com State champion Stevenson

BY BRADEMONS but plain and simple we were ing the second half, but cashed It depends on how prepared, how OBSERVER SPORTS WRITER outmatched," said Stevenson GIRLS SOCCER in only once with just 4:51 left on fit and how injury-free you are. coach Chris Pinta, whose team an "own goal" credited to Nikki And those are factors sometimes Three-time defending state finished 9-9-2 overall. "They; goal certainly loosened things Greenhalgh, whose cross car- beyond your control." girls soccer champion Novi (Novi) are a good team. You * up for us." Just 3:21 later, Simari omed offa Stevenson defender. Stevenson, meanwhile, loses brought its !A! game to the table can't make mistakes like we did made an initial leaping save, only O'Leary said he believes his seven seniors to graduation in Friday night's Division 1 the first 15 minutes or it will kill to have Alyssa Fraser knock in team is hitting stride just at the including Simari, defender district finalwit h a convincing you." the rebound off a play started by right moment with three straight Rachel Stevens, midfielder 4-0 win over visiting Livonia The Spartans had problems the Wildcats' outstanding senior state tournament wins. Stephanie Gutkowski, defender Stevenson at Meadows Stadium. clearing balls out of their own midfielder Katie Chaklos. "This season forou r seniors Jennifer Gateley, defender Julia The lOth-ranked Wildcats, end under the constant pressure The Wildcats then scored has been an up-and-down ride," Schroeder (captain) and defender 15-3-3 overall, now sets up a of the Novi attack. again at the 16-minute mark on the Novi coach said. "They've Caralyn Corp. And midfielder rematch with No. 1-ranked Morgan Haffey tallied the Carosio's shot assisted by Jamie taken some criticism, but they're and captain "Victoria Slavin never Northville (18-0-2) in the semifi- first goal just 8 minutes and 15 Fratto for a 3-0 lead. playing their best soccer they've played a game this year after suf- Briggs retained nals of the regional beginning at seconds into the match when she "I told our girls to keep their picked a good team. This has fering a knee injury. New University of 5 p.m. Tuesday at Stevenson. plucked a rebound out of mid-air heads up," Pinta said of his been our best three games of the "We did some darn good Detroit Mercy men's Northville won the first meet- and left-footed a drive past senior halftime talk. "When you play year. things with what we had," Pinta basketball coach Ray ing during the regular season, Stevenson goalkeeper Rachel against a team like this you have "We've had issues with health said. "Who would have thought McCallum has retained 1-0. Simari. The assist went to Jenna to play smart because there is no and have not had a full lineup we'd be in a district final, beat former Schoolcraft On May 9, Stevenson earned a Carosio. margin for error. You can't expect until now. It has allowed us to and tie (Livonia) Churchill and College coach Carlos 0-0 tie with Novi, but found itself "The last time we played them a perfectserve because it's never play with continuity. Anytime tie Novi? We did some good Briggs, a holdover on its heels much of the first half we had the ball a lot, but not a lot going to happen." you play Northville if s going to things." from Perry Watson's falling behind 3-0. of quality chances," Novi coach Novi continued to press in be a one-goal type of game. You staff, and hired for- "We had our moments today, Brian O'Leary said. "That early Stevenson's third of the field dur- just have to create your own luck. [email protected] | (734} 953-2523 mer Central Michigan University head coach as his first two assis- tants. Briggs, a former Schoolcraft All- Dynamite kid America and Baylor University standout who was a fourth- Boxer Smith, 16, eyes nationals round pick of the San Antonio Spurs, com- BY BRAD EMONS mark, Smith could be on the fast piled a 249 -39 record OBSERVER SPORTS WRITER track to bigger and better things, in nine seasons at according to Soucy. Schoolcraft and guided Comparisons to super-heavy- "He's in the gym constantly" the Ocelots to three weight Craig Payne may be a bit the trainer said. "And if he's not, NJCAA Division I premature for 16-year-old bud- everybody thinks he's sick. He's National Tournament ding boxing prodigy Dan Smith. willing to pay the price. We're appearances. Payne was once a member of looking at the 2012 Olympics, He produced a total the Livonia Boxing Club and the thafs our goal. • of 45 NCAA Division answer to noteworthy trivia ques- "His potential is great. Hell 1 signees, including tion: "Who as an amateur defeat- hold his own with anybody. Hell former UDM players ed Mike Tyson and two Olympic box anybody. He has no fear. He's Torvoris Baker and gold medalists?" very elusive to get. The only thing Rulon Harris, along Garden City High's Dan Smith, we want is more power in his with seven NJCAA headed to the USA Boxing's punches." All-Americas, 27 All- National Junior Olympics, June Payne was a 1983 National Region, 14 All-State 16-21, in Marquette, is under the Golden Gloves champion (beating and 23 All-Conference same watchful eye at Westland's a 16-year-old Tyson on a decision) selections. Dynamic Boxing Club that and was runner-up in the 1984 "Being a Detroiter schooled Payne during his suc- U.S. Olympic Trials to eventual and having played in cessful amateur days in the early gold medalist Tyrell Biggs (losing the city in high school 1980s - Livonia trainer Paul on a controversial 3-2 decision). and junior college, Soucy. Payne also captured the Carlos knows Detroit The 6-foot-3,235-pound National Police Athletic League basketball," McCallum Smith is coming offa Great (PAL) Tournament and defeated said. "He's had an out- Lakes Regional Junior Olympic Cuban legend and three-time standing career as a title win as a super-heavyweight Olympic heavyweight gold med- coach. He won (junior after stopping Cody Mcllwaine alist Teofilo Stevenson in the college) champion- recently in his hometown of North American Championships. ships (five state titles), Zanesville, Ohio with a pair of "Paul talks about him all the and took his team to standing eight-counts in the time," Smithsaid of Payne. "I national tournaments. opening round. The next hope for Westland's Dynamic Boxing Club is 16-year-old super-heavyweight Dan Smith of Garden City, who is He's an outstanding Despite a modest 8-6 amateur Please see BOXING, B2 trained by Livonian Paul Soucy (left). person who has con- tributed to the develop- ment of young people, and I think that's important."

Madonna University men's golf coach Steve "These kids made great strides 85 followed by senior Josh.Proben Mato announced the this year and should be proud of and junior Kevin Robinson, 87 signing of his second Host Saline and Ann Arbor the achievements they accom- each; senior Brian Bint, 88; and recruit, Nick Sears BY BRAD EMONS Huron garnered the other two plished" junior Erik Newman, 97- (Clio) of Flint Powers OBSERVER SPORTS WRITER team spots with 313 and 318, Mossoian was joined as an addi- "The greens were very quick, Catholic, a two-time, respectively, while Stevenson shot tional individual state qualifier by which made putting treacherous," first-team All-Big Nine Livonia Stevenson boys golf 320. See complete results. Canton's Zach Conrad, who shot a Churchill coach Paul Worley said. Conference selection coach Jim Omietanski hopes Sophomore Drew Mossoian 75, and Belleville's Zach McCuriey, "I heard and saw a lot of four- and and conference medal- Thursday's strong showing at fired a 76, good enough for fourth who carded a 77- five-put greens, and some putts ist this spring with a Division 1-Region 5 Tournament place and earn an individual state "Drew Mossoian has been a were rolling off the green. It was .75. held at Washtenaw Country Club qualifying berth. model of consistency all year aver- tough-going on the greens." Sears, who resides in is the sign of more good things to Rounding out Stevenson's con- aging 38 in dual matches and 76 Livonia Franklin settled for 12 Clio, joins Salem's Joel tingent was sophomore Christian in tournament play," Omietanski out of the 12-school fieldwit h a Cheesman as Mato's The Spartans, whose starting DeBay, who placed 10th with a 78; said. "His willingness to work hard 367- second recruit for the five are all underclassmen, just sophomore Tom Cullum, 16th with every day has made him a better Senior Tony Semonick led the 2008-09 seasons. missed qualifying forth e team an 82; freshmanAda m Giordano, player and it shows in his perfor- Patriots with an 88 followed by "Nick comes to us state finals next weekend at The 22nd with an 85; and junior Dan mance on-and-offthe course." junior Jordan Chisholm (89), with a lot of tourna- TOM HAWLEV|STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER Meadows (Grand Valley State's DuFour, 47th with an 89. Livonia Churchill, which fin- senior Justin Adams (94), senior ment experience and course) by a mere two strokes. "The team achieved much ished third in last week's district Dan Ostrosky ($6) and sophomore is a great young man," Stevenson's Christian DeBay, shown Western Lakes Activities higher goals then they believed on its home course at Whispering Chris Grund (97). Mato said. "He has the here in last month's Western Lakes Association champion Northville, they were capable of doing," said Willows, struggled to an eighth- Westland John Glenn's two ability to come in and Tournament at Pheasant Run, fired led by medalist Trevor Grigg with Omietanski, who is in his firstyea r place finish, tied with Temperance individual qualifiers, senior Dan make an immediate a 78 to place 10th in the Division a 72, captured first-placehonor s as the Spartans' coach. "The future Bedford at 347. Tamaroglio and freshmanJos h impact and establish 1-Region 5 Tournament Thursday at and advanced with a four-player looks bright for these kids with The Chargers' Dan Bostick, a Duprie shot 92 and 111, respec- himself in our starting Washtenaw Country Club. total of 299. only one senior leaving us. junior, was 22nd overall with an tively. lineup."

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SUMMER CAMPS/CLINICS Glenn football camp The camp will cost $125. For Boys football (grades 9-12) more information, visit www. - 9 a.n%-noon, Monday through Westland John Glenn will stage madonnacrusaders.com. Thursday, July 28-31 (cost $60); a football camp for grades 5-10 Girls gymnastics (ages 11-and- from 9 a.m. until noon, Monday Trojan Baseball Camp up) - 9 a.m.-12:15 p.m., Monday through Thursday, June 16-19. Livonia Clarenceville var- through Friday, June 16-20 (cost The cost is $50. sity baseball coach Dan Miller $81) and June 23-27 (cost $81) at For more information, call and his staff will stage a youth the fieldhouse; Glenn varsity coach Tim Hardin baseball skills camp for boys Hockey skills (grades 9-12) at (734)419-2329. entering grades 3-9 forth e - 9~10:30 a.ra, Monday through 2008-09 school year from 9 a.m. Friday, July 21-25 and 7-8:30 p.m., Madonna hoops camp until noon, Monday through July 28-Aug. 1, at Eddie Edgar Madonna University men's Thursday, June 23-26, at the Arena (two-week cost $182; basketball coach Chuck Henry high school diamond, located at includes T-shirt). Enrollment lim- has announced the 2008 AU-Star 20155 Middlebelt Road (behind ited to 45 skaters and five goalies Basketball Camp, which will take the northwest corner of the high (should take 9313). place the weeks of June 16-20 and school gym). Boys and girls pole vault July 28-Aug. 1 at Madonna. The $40 camp fee includes (grades 8-12) - each Monday, Among instructors is camp 12 hours of instruction and a T- June 2,9,16,23,30; Jury 7,14, founder Bernie Holowicki. shirt. The registration deadline 21,28; Aug., 11,18,25; each Each camper is guaranteed is Saturday, June 14. Any late Wednesday, June 4,11,18,25; plenty of instruction on funda- registrations are subject to an July 9,16,23; Aug. 13,20,27 (cost mentals of the game, with an 8-1 additional $5 fee. $182; includes T-shirt); ratio of campers to instructors. For more information, e-mail Girls fastpitch Softball (ages The camp sessions will run Miller at dmiller@clarenceville. 7-14 as of Sept. 1,2008) - 9:30- UAL hoop champs from 9 a.m. through 3 p.m. each kl2.mi.us. 11:30 a.m., Monday through The Wolverines, coached by Don Coleman and Daryl Bauer, recently captured the Livonia Junior Athletic day, for boys ages 8-15. Cost is Wednesday, June 16-18 (cost $37; League Varsity Boys Premier League basketball title. Team members include: Jesse Bauer, Damon Bogich, $175 per week, with checks pay- MU volleyball camps includes T-shirt); Austin Bumpus, Cody Coleman, Kevin D'Arcy, John Lynch, Ethan Mason, Joe Mims, Bobby Snyder, Tom O'Brien, able to Ail-Star Basketball Camp, Madonna University will offer a Girls volleyball (grades 7-9) -11 Adam Wheeler and Craig Wilkinson. 42183 Woodcreek Lane, Canton, variety ofvolleybal l camps for the a.m,-l:30 p.m. (seven days) start- 48188. summer of 2008 including elite ing June 19-20 (cost $99); For more information, call (734) and general players (June 23-26); Girls volleyball (grades 10-12) 398-5975, (734) 432-5591 or e- setters and youth (June 29-Jury - 8:15-10:45 a.m. (seven days) mail to nemenhiser@madonna. 2); hitters and defensive specialty starting June 19-20 (cost $99). edu. (July 7-10). For more information, call For more camp information Livonia Community Services at District verdict C'ville boys basketball or to secure a spot, call (734) (734) 744-2602. The eighth annual Trojan 432-5612 or (734) 254-0698. Blazers ground Falcons to reach Dexter finals Basketball Kids camp for grades You can also e-mail MU coach Schooicraft camps four-nine will be from 9 a.m. until Jerry Abraham at jabraham@ Schoolcraft College will offer It was the third straight win this noon, Monday through Thursday, madonna.edu. a series of summer sports camps Livonia Ladywood over- GIRLS SOCCER season for PCA over the Warriors, June 16-19, at Clarenceville High including: came a sluggish performance who trailed 2-0 at halftime. School. Blazer volleyball camp • Boys and girls soccer: 9 Thursday to beat Catholic Merritt was awarded the penalty- Lutheran Westland goalkeeper The registration fee is $60 and Livonia Ladywood will stage a a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday through League rival Dearborn Divine kick when she was fouled by North Chelsea Kyles stood out with 12 . checks should be made payable to: summer volleyball came from 9 Thursday, July 7-10; 14-17,21-24; Child, 2-0, and reach Division goalkeeper Missy Quasunella fol- saves. Clarenceville Basketball. a.m. until noon (grades 3-6) and 28-31. 2 district girls soccer champi- lowing a cross into the box by Renee "We played well, but they Boudreau. For more information, e- 6-9 p-m. (grades 7-9), Monday • Boys basketball: 9 a.m. to 3 onship game Saturday against (PCA) were too strong," Lutheran "It was an ugly game, but mail boys varsity coach Corey through Thursday, June 23-26, at p.n%, Monday through Thursday, host Dexter. Westland coach Sam Makki said. we found a way to get it done," "Most of their goals were from cross- McKendry at Cmac721@yahoo. the school's gymnasium. The feei s JiQy 14-17. Alessia Vagnini figured in Stevenson coach Chris Pinta said. ing the ball from the wing. We could com; or call Clarenceville athletic $100 and should be made payable • Girls basketball: 9 a.m. to 3 both goals for the Blazers, who "We'll take it." not stop their crosses. They had director Kevin Murphy at (248) to Cameron Reiger and mailed to: p.m., Monday through Thursday, improved to 10-5-4 overall Freshman Michelle Krawcyzk better skill players and I see most 919-0217 Ladywood High School, 14680 July 21-24. under first-year coach Ken started in goal for the Spartans, of their girls playing year-round Newburgh Road, Livonia, MI • Girl volleyball (all-skffls): 9 Shingledecker. but had to leave the game with an soccer. We don't, but this year was a Glenn basketball camp 48152. For more information, e- ajn. to 3 p.m., Monday through Vagnini scored what proved undisclosed injury with only 10 min- better one for our team and we have The Westland John Glenn bas- mail [email protected]. Thursday, July 7-10 and 28-31. to be the game-winner in the utes remaining in regulation. improved a lot." ketball camp for boys and girls in Each camp session is $175 32nd minutes on an assist Senior Rachel Simari came on GARDEN CITY 1, FRANKLIN 0: On Tuesday, a made a key save to preserve the grades 3-9 will be from noon until Ladywood hoop camp (includes T-shirt). Optional swim- from Kaitlyn Vitale. Cara Braun scored in the 65th min- shutout. ute assisted by Jennifer Nichols as 3 p.m. Monday through Thursday, The 13th annual Blazer ming will be from noon-12:50 Caitlin Szczypka's goals from CANTON 9, JOHN GLENN 0: In a the visiting Cougars (9-4-5) earned June 23-26, at the high school Basketball Camp will be from 9 p.m. Campers must provide then- Vagnini in the 79th minute put Division 1 district game Thursday the Division 1 district win at Livonia gymnasium. ajn. to noon (girls grades 3-6) own lunch. the game away for the Blazers. at Northville, Laura Daniels and Franklin (2-17-1). The cost is $50 (includes T-shirt and 1-4 p.m. (girls grades 7-9), For more information, call the Goalkeeper Michele Ring Jessica Trost tallied two goals apiece "Their goal came on a pass back if registered by June 14). Monday through Thursday, June Schoolcraft Athletic Department made three saves to post her as the Chiefs (12-4-4) scored nine to the top of the box off a corner," For more information, e-mail 16-19, at Ladywood High School, at (734) 462-4804, Ext. 3; or e~ ninth shutout of the season. first-half goals to mercy Westland Franklin coaeh Jen Barker said. "We camp director and varsity boys located at 14680 Newburgh Road, mail athletic director Sid Fox at The loss dropped the Falcons John Glenn (1-15-2). didn't pressure nearly enough and basketball coach Dan Young at Livonia. [email protected]. to 4-13-3. Other Canton goal scorers includ- their player (Braun) got off a clean ed Kerry Raker, Kayla Carmody, [email protected] The cost is $90 (before June 2) Ladywood beat Divine Child shot off to the far side." Megan Staub, Tracy Rymph and or $100 (after June 2). Each camp in an April 3 meeting by a con- Stephanie Nichols earned her Alyssa Cottrell. ninth shutout on goal for Garden session will be limited to the first Hoops Stars Basketball Camp vincing 6-1 count. Goalkeeper Bryanne Bellovary City, which was eliminated Livonia Franklin High will 60 applicants. Each camper will will stage three sessions for boys "Divine Child played a lot posted the shutout. Thursday, 3-1, by 7-11-2 Grosse stage its Future Stars summer receive a T-shirt. and girls ages 7-15 including: better than the first time and I CLAWSON 3, CLUEKCEVILLE 0: Shannon Pointe South. baseball camp for boys or girls For more information, call the 9 a.m. to 3 p.m., Monday was worried about coming out Morehouse scored a pair of goals to "Once we went down, the game exiting grades three-six from 9 Ladywood Athletic Department through Friday, June 16-20 flat," Shingledecker said. "They lead Clawson (15-4-1) to a Division changed entirely, We dominated ajn. until noon, Monday through at (734) 591-2323; or e-mail varsi- and Aug. 4-8, both at the Bailey really seemed to be motivated 3 district semifinal victory over the last 15 minutes and showed Thursday, June 23-26, at the var- ty coach Andrea Gorski at coach- Recreation Center in Westland and maybe looking ahead hurt Livonia Clarenceville (6-11-1). an urgency unlike ever before. sity baseball field. [email protected]. To obtain a (cost $110 per session or $200 for us." Katie Ross also scored for the vic- Kelly Powers, Amy McGaughey, torious Trojans. The cost is $60 (includes camp brochure, download www.lady- both); Dexter (13-2-2) advanced Renee Berger, Brooke Killeen and Clarenceville goalkeeper Kjisten Courtney Smith really showed their T-shirt). woood.org. Also from 9 a.m. to 2 p.ra, with a 4-0 win Thursday over Jolly stood out and made 14 saves. true colors in the last 15 minutes, The registration deadline is Ladywood soccer Monday through Friday, Aug. visiting Dearborn Heights Clawson goalkeeper Kayla Hamby getting some great shots off and Friday, June 20. 11-15, at the Livonia Community Crestwood. earned the shutout. making themselves and other very For more information, e-mail Livonia Ladywood will stage Recreation Center (cost $125 PLY. CHRISTIAN 4, LUTH. WESTLAND 0: dangerous in-and-around their box." Franklin varsity coach Matt a soccer camp for girls only in LCRC pass holders; $150, resi- STEVENSON 1,N.FARMINGT0N0(0T): Brooke Williams and Annette Barker and the Patriots now can Founder at nifoumie2@livonia. grades K-9 from 9 a.m. until dent; $175, non-resident). Shantion Merritt scored on a penalty Somercik tallied two goals apiece turn the page to 2009. kl2.mi.us; or call (734) 968-0499- noon, Monday through Thursday, For more information, call the kick five minutes into the first sud- Thursday as host Plymouth "It was a great season of growth June 23-26. Bailey Recreation Center at (734) den-death overtime to give Livonia Christian Academy (14-2-1), ranked and the majority of the team is C'ville girls basketball Stevenson (9-8-2) the Division 1 No. 2 in the state, advanced in the returning, so this will be something The head instructor will be 722-7620; or the Livonia Parks district semifinal victory over North Division 4 district tournament by The Livonia Clarenceville girls Ladywood varsity coach Ken and Recreation at (734) 466-2410. that I'm sure will be a catalyst for Farmington (13-4-3) in a game blanking Lutheran High Westland them next season," the Franklin Shingledecker, along with his You can also call Ron Levin, basketball camp for incoming played a Novi's Meadows Stadium. (10-8). coach said. grades 4-9, both beginners and coaching staff and Ladywood camp director, at (248) 496-3268; advanced, will be from 9 a.n% players. Goalkeeper training is or visit www.hoopstars-basket- until noon, Monday through also available. balLcom. Thursday, June 23-26, at the high The cost is $100. Franklin Pom-Pon clinic ALL-METRO GIRLS SOCCER school gymnasium. To register, or for more infor- The Livonia Franklin varsity 2008 ALL-METRO CONFERENCE Goldberg, Sr. F; Charlotte Waldmeir, Jr. Def.; Charlotte Lorick, Sr. MF; Clawson: Jessie The cost is $60 (includes camp mation, visitwww.La6Vwood.org. pom-pon clinic for ages 6-14 will GIRLS SOCCER Lutheran High Westland: Altyson Yankee, Crampton, Sr. Def.: Ashly Sentell, Sr. MF-F; FIRST-TEAM Jr. MF; Jessica Welser, Sr. Def.; Livonia Emily Banules, Fr. Def.; Lutheran North: . T-shirt). be from 10 a.m. until 1 p.m., BEoomfield Hills Cranbrook-Kingswood: Clarenceville: Amanda Moody, Sr. F; Jordan Tanya Albrecht, Sr. Def.; Heather Kraft, For more information, call Churchill camps Friday, June 20, at the high Becky Ostosh, Sr. Def. (MVP); Abby Cohen, Sr. Fyffe, Jr. MF; Rochester Hills Lutheran Jr. F; Toni Schwark, Sr. F; Liggett: Rateigh GK; Sefora Arrnstead, Jr., F; Ariel Roddy, Jr. Northwest: Becky Fefdmsn, Jr. MF; Cayla Oettlinger, Sr. MF; Paige Counsman, Soph. MF; Clarenceville girls coach Julie Livonia Churchill High School school. F; Kelsey Martin, Soph. MF; Clawson: Katie VanGorden, Soph. Mf. Alexandra Boll, Jr. GK; Lutheran Westtand: Patterson at (248) 219-4127. is offering a series of 2008 sum- The cost is $20 per person. Ross, Sr. F; Shannon Moreriouse. Jr. F; Sarah AT-LARGE Samantha Terranella, Sr. MF; Chelsea Kyles, mer camps including: There will be special awards and Edwards, Sr, MF-F; Macomb Lutheran North: Clawson: Meghan Morin, Sr. MF-F; Lutheran. Jr. GK; Clarenceville: Kristen Jolly, Soph. MU'Perimeter'camp Annie Berschbach, Sr, GK; Alicia Trammel, North: Bissy Gore, Soph. MF, GK; Morgan Tressler. Soph. Def.; Lutheran Baseball (ages 7-14 as of Sept. performance following the clinic. Sr. Def.; Renee Hecker, Sr. MF; Grosse SECOND-TEAM Northwest: Daniel Mijal, Sr. MF; Kelsey Mijal, High school basketball players 1,2008) - 9 a.m. until noon, To pre-register, call Nancy Poirtte Woods University-Liggett: Rachel Cranbrook-Kingswood: Casey Miller, Sr. MF; Soph. Def. are invited to attend Madonna Monday through Wednesday, Kuzara at (734) 502-0877 University's first Ail-Star June 16-18 (cost $52 includes; T- Westside Football camp Perimeter Camp, slated from shirt); MEN'S GOLF RESULTS 5:30-9 p-m. June 2-5 for players Boys basketball (grades 5-9) The 26th annual Westside The Michigan Publinx Senior Golf Association Robert Wilson, Pinckney (77/75); fifth: Mike Ray, (86/71); third: Richard Irwin, Plymouth (89/72); . ages 14-18. - 9 a.m.-noon, Monday through Football Camp for grades 5-9 had its second tournament of the season at the Dearborn (79/76); sixth: David Ruelle, Waterford fourth: (tie) Gary Bass. Clarkston (90/73): Richard There will be instruction on Friday, June 23-27, at the field- will be from 9 a.m. until 3 p.m., Arthur Hill-designed Lakes ot Taylor Golf Club. (85/78). Nannini, Leonard (92/73!; Tony Merpi, Shelby shooting fundamentals and tech- house (cost $81; includes T-shirt); Monday through Thursday, June There were 26 winners out of a handicapped Flight B (Gross/Net Score) - first: Curt (90/73); Ronald Williams, Auburn Hills (90/73). field of 125 players (50 years and older) who Wagner, White Lake (85/66); second: Harry Hicks, Flight D (Gross/Net Score) - first: Maurice nique, off the ball movement, ball Girls basketball skills (grades 16-19, atNovi-Detroit Catholic represented 23 different communities throughout CommerceTwp. (83/69); third: (tie) Jim Morris, DeCock, Macomb (95/69); second: Lee Williams, handling, footwork, communi- 5-10) -1-4 p.m., Monday through Central High school. southeast Michigan. Tom Pilon leads the field in Mount Clemens (82/70); Chuck Hirchert, Hartland Ypsilanti (91/70); third: (tie) George Jones, the Briegei Cup standings (low gross score relative (81/70); Larry Bell, Fenton (82/70); sixth: (tie) Southfield (92/71); Harold Hoffman, Clarkston cation and leadership. An NBA Wednesday, June 16-18, at the The non-contact camp will to age). The prize finishers by Flight are as follow Dennis Frantz, Wixom (84/72); Bill Crecelius, Ann (100/71); fifth: Mike Marino, Clinton Twp. (94/72); Skills Challenge will be among the fieldhouse (cost $52 includes T- be directed by CC varsity coach Flight A (Gross/Net Score) - first: Gary Wood, Arbor (86/72). sixth: Steven Smith, South Lyon (98/73). planned extra activities. shirt); Tom Mach. The cost is $185 per Livonia (79/72); second: (tie) John Thompson, Flight C (Gross/Net Score) - first: (tie) Jim More information is available at www.mpsga. Highland (84/75); Greg Frontier, Waterford (85/75); McGillivray. Northville(86/71); Mark Miller, Livonia org or 734-207-PUTT. Director ofth e camp is MU Boys football (grades 3-8) camper. For more information, or men's basketball coach Chuck - 6-8 p.n%, Monday through to request a registration form, call Henry. Wednesday, July 28-30 (cost $38); (248)596-3829- gridiron as a freshman. "I fell in else out She really gets excited." BOXING love with it as soon as I got the Smith already understands the FROM gloves on. I'd say I'm in the gym politics of the sport, but won't be 12-to-14 hours per week. It came deterred. probably started out younger. He natural to me. It's the best sport "You love this sport, but the said Craig was stronger and hit to be involved in - getting hit and judges sometime get a little harder, but I have time. Those are hitting people. The feeling of get- messed up with the decisions," he Motorcooch tough shoes to fillwit h his ama- ting a win after overwhelms you." said. "Some are plain robbery, but teur background. I have to work Smith, who lives less than a it comes with the territory." GREEKTOWN on my speed, defense and get in mile away from Dynamic Boxing Smith is convinced he belongs in better condition so I can go as Club. He quickly won his par- the fight game and has become CASINO hard as I can for three rounds." ents over to the sport of boxing. not onjy a competitor, but a fen. Smith has dropped 20 pounds (Smith also has two older broth- "The first fight I saw on TV Get in on oil the FUN for only $ 15! in the past year. He is also ers, Randy, 26, who once played was Hopkins-De La Hoya," he Convenient trained by Chad Jacquilard, who football, and Andrew, 23, who recalled. 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So much for the sophomore Beattie also walked twice. • jinx. GIRLS SOFTBALL Lawler, Wilson and pinch Val Sochacki, just a 10th- runner Reba Bibik also scored grader, put on quite a pitching Pinch hitter Jackie Walker runs for Clarenceville. display Wednesday as host had the lone his for the "It was nice to play in a Livonia ClarencevUle blanked Gryphons (8-12) to break up game like this and send Ann Arbor Greenhills in a non- Sochacki's no-hit bid. the seniors off with a win," conference girls softball game, Junior Charmaine McQueen said Clarenceville coach Joe 5-O. singled, walked twice, had DeCaire, whose team is 10-17 Sochacki allowed just three an RBI and scored two runs overall. "Val (Sochacki) and base runners, throwing a for the victorious Trojans. the Greenhills pitcher (Leah one-hitter, while fanning 12 Freshman Megan McLaughlin Topper) both pitched well. We and walking only one in seven also singled and walked, while just found a way to get some innings to improve to 10-12 on senior Chelsea Lawler, junior runs across while only tallying the season. Lisa Wilson and senior Sarah two hits."

The Michigan Bucks continued count to all those affiliated with their 2008 undefeated run by SOCCER the club. Early Bird champs coming out 1-0 winners Friday The under-12 Livonia Travel Titans, coached by Joel Doyen and Jeff Kwiecinski, finished with a 4-0 record night against the host Cincinnati past Kings keeper Aaron Arndt. Open Cup ticket deals to capture the first annual Early Bird Classic baseball tournament held May 16-18 at Forest Park in Wayne. Kings in a Premier Development With Jafta tiring, Bucks coach The Bucks are offering a spe- Members of the Titans include: Kyle Madden and Justin Chandler, both of Westiand; Nick Weigand, Tyler League match held at the Town & Dan Fitzgerald called on Doug cial two-fbr-one deal to fans who Turchan, Nate Kwiecinski, Michael Beau do in, John Lippert and Dan Hensley, all of Livonia; and Brad King, Country Sports Complex. DeMartin (Mason; Michigan attend the PDL match vs. the Garden City. Not pictured are Tyler Fisher and Mitchell Sykes, both of Livonia. In a tightly contested affair, State) in the 84th minutefor o n Cleveland Internationals, which Bucks striker Kenny Uzoigwe offensive spark. kicks off at 7 p-m. Saturday, June (Toledo) found the back of the net DeMartin did not disappoint 7, at Pontiac's Ultimate Soccer in the 90th minute to give his side and did well to run at defenders Arenas. a much-valued three points and and open up space in the Bucks The Bucks will give anyone Glenn sidesteps Cranes in 8 innings a maximum 15 points for the sea- midfield who buys aticket for tha t match, the year and set a River Rats record son (5-0 record). As the scoreless game went into a free ticket to the Bucks US It took eight innings PREP BASEBALL with 43 RBI. The Bucks stingy defense was extra time, DeMartin sidestepped Open Cup match against the Wednesday for Westiand John Senior right-hander Eric Reifert the backbone of the team for his defender and laid the ball off USL-2 Cleveland City Stars on Glenn to win a district base- (4-2) got the victory, allowing one most of the game with the Bucks to Bes Bega (Harper Woods) at Tuesday, June 10, at Ultimate ball tune-up against visiting Kevin LaFave doubled earned run on three hits over four offensive players finding it dif- the top of the 18-yard box. Bes Soccer Arenas. Bloomfield Hills Cranbrook, twice and knocked in a run innings. ficult to breakthrough the Kings quickly surveyed his options and 6-5. for Glenn, which out-hit the GREENHILLS 16, CLAREHCEViLLE 8: back line. found Uzoigwe in alone on Arndt. Bucks matchtracker Kyle Acuna, who reached Cranes, 12-8. Livonia Clarenceville (2-22) The Bucks potent offense Kenny put the game away with For fans who would like to fol- base on a third strike and was Fraser and DeLuca also couldn't hold leads of 5-3 and 6-5 Wednesday as visiting Ann Arbor low the Bucks live, there will be sacrificed to second base by chipped in with two hits pounded the Cincinnati defense a confidentright foote d strike to Greenhills (7-13) broke it open with by possessing the ball over 70 per- kill time at the end of the match a matchtracker runningfor th e Andrew DeLuca, scored the apiece. five runs in the fifth inning and cent of the half, and dropping the Kings to 2-3 in game at 7 p.m. Sunday between game-winning run on Jace Cranbrook (15-12), which five more in the seventh on its way The valiant Kings' defense the Great Lakes Division of the the Bucks and the host West Paciocco's infield single cou- scored four times in the sixth to the non-conference victory. , denied PDL Player of the Week PDUs Central Conference. Virginia Chaos. Fans can log on pled with a Cranbrook throw- inning to take a 5-2 lead, John McAlpine had three hits Nate Jafta (South Africa; Lindsey The Bucks return home to face to http://www.uslsoccer.c6m/ ing in the bottom of the eight. got a pair of hits, including and two RBI to lead the Trojans, Wilson, Ky.) and running mate the West Michigan Edge (1-3) schedules/2008/8630213.20086, With the victory, Glenn an RBI triple, from Stephen who committed a total of eight Uzoigwefree ru n of the park. beginning at 7 p.m. Wednesday html and click the LIVE! icon improved to 16-17 overall. Peck. errors. Tyler Hendrickson also The Bucks continued their Lake Orion High School. on the left next to the Michigan Steve Hickson, one of five Jordan Kaye took the loss in collected three hits, including dominance in the second half, Presented by LOBOS Soccer Bucks-West Virginia Chaos pitchers Glenn used, allowed relief for the Cranes. a double, while Dan Schiffman, Mike Schiffman, Ramsey Haddad, matchup. just one hit and one walk over A.A. HURON 11, WAYNE 1: On but could not manage to get a ball Club, there will be a special dis- Matt Kurdziel and John James the final 2.2 innings in relief Wednesday, John Heaton and _____ Josh Gustafson beltedfirst inning each added RBI singles for to pick up the win. Clarenceville. Jack Butz went 3- - Starter Robert Fraser, Chris homers as host Ann Arbor Huron (21-17) tookfive inning s to mercy for-5 with five RBI, while Matt Kangas, Jon Gillis and Mike Canter added two hits for the MICHIGAN COLLEGIATE Friday, June 6 Michigan Bucks vs. West Virginia Chaos Wayne Memorial (9-22) in a non- BASEBALL LEAGUE SCHEDULE (at Livonia's Ford Field) at Schoenbaum Stadium, 7 p.m. Johnson also took turns on league encounter. Gryphons. Freshman Jeff Bord was Sunday, June 1 Mich. Rams vs. Mich. Bulls, 5:45 p.m. Wednesday, June 4 the mound for the Rockets. the winning pitcher. (at Livonia's Ford Field) Mich. Monarchs vs. Det: Eagles. 8:15 p.m. Michigan Bucks vs. W. Michigan Edge Heaton now has eight homers on Mich. Mcnarchs vs. Mich. Bulls (2), noon. (at Livonia's Bicentennial Park) at Lake Orion H.S., 7 p.m. Mich. Rams. vs. Traitblazers (2), 5 p.m. Trailbiazers vs. Mich. Dodgers, 5:45 p.m. Saturday, June 7 (at tecumseh Ontario's LaCasse Park) Blue Knights vs. Thunder, 8:15 p.m. Michigan Bucks vs. Cleveland Internationals lecumseh Thunder vs. Dodgers (2), noon. Saturday, June 7 at Pontiac's Ultimate Arenas, 7:30 p.m. (atSoiithfieid-LsthrupH.S.) (at Livonia's Ford Field) W-LEAGUE Det. Eagles vs. Blue Knights (2), noon. Dodgers vs. Det. Eagles (2), noon. Tuesday, June 3 Wednesday, June 4 Mich. Bulls vs. Mich. Rams (2], 5 p.m. Michigan Hawks vs. Kalamazoo Outrage DIVISION 1-REGION 5 Monroe (354): 20. Sean Vanaken, 84; 22. (at Livonia's Ford Field) (at Livonia's Bicentennial Park) at Detroit Country Day H.S., 6 p.m, BOYS GOLF RESULTS Stevenson (320): 4. Drew Mossoian,76 Aaron Bowman, 85:27. Mike Dusfiane, 86; 59. Mich. Bulls vs. Mich. Monarchy 5:45 p.m. Mich. Monarchs vs. Thunder (2). noon. Friday, June 27 May29atWashtenawC.C. (additional state Qualifier): 10. Christian Cole Johnson, 99; 60. Jordan Hohman, 108. Blue KniyliLi. vs. rvi'ih. Reins, 8.15 p.m. Sunday, June S sfiicliiydii Ha^ks vs. Chicago {Hi.; Gaels TEAM STANDINGS (top 3 qualify for state DeBsy. 7S; 16. Tom Cuilum, 82: II Atiam Wyandotte (358): 35. Jcrdar. Rutkowsk: (at Livonia's Bicentennial Park) (at Livonia's Ford Field) dt Livonia Stevenson H.S., 7 p.m. meet): i. Morihviile, 299 slrom, I. Seiine Giordano, 85, 47. Oar: DuFour. 89. and Andrew Vandierndonoi, 87 each; 47. Eric Det. Eagles vs. Trailoiazers, 5:45 p.m. TrailQIazers vs. Slue Knights (2), noon. WOMEN'S INDEPENDENT (host), 313; 3. Ann Arbor Huron, 318; 4. Canton (330): 3. Zach Conrad, 75 (additional .Taurence, 89:53. Andy Labeau, 95; 56. Randy (at Tecumseh, Ontario's LaCasse Park) UNITED SOCCER LEAGUES ' FOOTBALL LEAGUE Livonia Stevenson, 320; 5. Canton, 330; 6, state qualifier); 18. Jeremy Lindlbauer, 83; Zimmers, 97. Salem, 342; 7. Ann Arbor Pioneer, 333; 8. (tie) 27 Andrew Rtckerman and Clark Albers, 86 Tecumseh Thunder vs. Dodgers, 7 p.m. PREMIER DEVELOPMENT LEAGUE Saturday, June 7 % Franklin (367): 43. Tony Semonick, 88; 47. Sunday, June 1 Det. Demolition at Iowa Crush, 7 p.m. Temperance Bedford and Livonia Churchill, each; 35. Brendan Muir, 87. Jordan Chishoim, 89; 51. Justin Adams, 94; 347 each; 10. Monroe, 354; 11, Wyandotte Salem (342): 20. Tyler Jeieniewski, 84; 22. 55. Dan Ostrosky, 96; 56. Chris Grund, 97. Roosevelt, 358; 12. Livonia Franklin, 367. Adam Powers, 85; 27. Joel Cheesman, 86; 35. INDIVIDUAL SCORERS TEAM-BY-TEAM SCORING 'Aaron Thompson, 87; 43. Patrick Doty, 88. Belleville: Zach McCurlev, 77 (additional Northyille (299): 1. Trevor Grigg, 72 A.A. Pioneer (333): 12. Nolan Maezes and state qualifier); Garden City: Hagan Risner, (medalist); 3. Chris Kozerski and Wes Gates, Taylor Margoiis, 80 each; 27. Dan Pollock, 86; 78; Chris Cislo, 80; Plymouth: James Bryans, 75 each; 9. Alex Berstein, 77; 16. Tim Kelly, 82. 35. Perry Grace, 87; 51. Davis Ransdell, 94. 84; Westiand John Glenn: Dan Tamaroglio, Saline (313): 2. Nick Campbell, 73; 11, Matt Bedford (347): 27. David Genaw and Nate 92; Josh Duprie, 111; South gate Anderson: Paterini, 79; 12. Nick Areddy, 30; 15. Philip Gonring, 86 each; 35. Justin Gross, 87; 43. Tom Maley, 84; Taylor Kennedy: Dafton Gieseker, 81; 27. Peter Spittier, 86. Jerry Michalkiewicz, 88; Ben Werner, 95. Rickard, 86; Dearborn Eetsel Ford: Robert A.A. Huron (318): 3. Max Arnmerman and Churchill (347): 22. pan Bostlck, 85; 35. Neff, 95; Brownstown-Woodhaven: Eric Jacob Askari, 75 each; 18. Tim Faeroer, 83; Josh Proben and Kevin Robinson, 87 each; Ellerhorst, 92; John Paules, 102; Ypsilanti 22. Gunnar Bruce, 85; 47. Alex Wunderlich, 43. Brian Bint, 88; 56. Erik Newman, 97. Lincoln: Spencer Denehy, 102.

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My 10-year-old son Is no longer in school because of behavioral problems. He's been out of school for about a month and I don't know what to do with him. He stays up all night and plays video games f and then sleeps all day. I know that this isn't right, /k * № /'" T-j&ii but 1 have no idea what to do to help him. Do you have any suggestions? I'm confused. Why is your son out of school? Was he expelled or did you withdraw him? Is he goingto star t at a new school or are you going to start a home-schooling program? These questions needto b e answered. He can't just stop goingto school . He needs to be enrolled in some kind of educational program and, as his parent, it is your jobto mak e sure that this happens. I am also confused by the fact that your son is awake all night playing video games and then sleeping all day- Why is this being allowed to happen? Establish and enforce a bed time. limit or discontinue video games until you decide that his behavior has earned them back. You are the parent. That means that you are the one responsiblefor helpingyou r child to make the appropriate choices. I know that this can be a very difficult task but there's no way around it. But don't worry. You're not alone. There are many resources available to help you with this responsibility. First, I strongly recommend that you consider therapyfor yo u and your son. This may help the two ofyo u to develop more appropriate boundaries and address areas of concern. A therapist may also be able Anna Matvchuk, right, gets some instruction from Viatiae Roytapei, The Dog Wizard, on training her dog fnga cuts de her Fa^ngto- Hills hcire to provide you with other sources of support and Arna information in your area. Matvchuk of In addition to therapy, -arrrtinqton On Parenting you may find it beneficial Hnls can now to locate a parenting confidently Terry group, try taking some Wiliamowski parenting classes and read mahTHit" some books on effective 'nor ftith0Lt parenting strategies. All of fea of her these resources can be found easily within a few minutes of online searching or a short visit to a In 'al library

RifciiL ir >\\t il sounds ;«> ii'your housf is in chaos and this results on anxiety and stress on everyone that lives there. By assuming control of this situation and setting appropriate rules and limits into place, you will find that you will both be happier and BY LINDA ANN CHOMIN that rescues dogs abandoned by their experience less difficulty. STAFF WRITER owners. Inga is their third rescue. Bandit, a malamute mix, died New My 6-year-old daughter wets her pants several Anna Matvchuk walks Inga up Year's Eve morning, so with broken times a day. She never does this at school or when and down the street in front of her hearts they went to the Internet she is with her grandparents, only when she is at Farmington Hills home as if the two in search of a homeless animal. home. We've tried spanking her and taking away had never tussled over who's boss. Matvchuk feared Inga's aggressive her toys but nothing seems to work. Do you have Two months ago, the malamute was behavior would eventually leave them any ideas that might help? Her older sister and top dog — not Matvchuk — but 10 with no choice but to give the dog sessions with Vladae Roytapei helped back to the rescue gruup or euthana- that it might have something to do with our recent her and husband George and Inga sia. move into this house? It's just a thought. become a team. "We brought her home for two It is entirely possible that your recent move The couple adopted the 2-year old weeks under their foster plan aad she may be one of the reasons that your daughter malamute in January from Almost is wetting. Of course, it's also possible Home, a Southfi eld-based group 'lease see WIZARDRY, C2 that this has nothing at allto d o with this problem. Usually, if a child is reactingto a change or some oilier negative event, there will be more than one behavioral change that is noted. For example, she would be less talkative, more aggressive, in addition to wetting herself. My first recommendation is to take your daughterto he r pediatrician for an evaluation. It is always better to rule out the physical before we explore the psychological.. The fact that this does not seemto happe n when she is at school or when she is away from home seems to suggest that it is not due BYLINDAANNCHOMtN "I don't do it to copy Benny," said "His music just really grabs to some medical cause, but it's betterto b e STAFF WRITER Bennett, 24. "It just sort of fell into me," he added. "It makes me feel sure. place." good. It's exciting. When most Once a medical reason is ruled out, Midge Ellis swears Dave Bennett Bennett's love for Goodman's people think of Benny Goodman, you will needto establis h a pattern. Keep is Benny Goodman reincarnated, music evolved as well when he they think of the big band hits. If track of her wetting and lookfor triggers . even though the legendary clari- began playing clarinet at age 10 you dig into the small band stuff, Record who she is with, what time it occurs netist died two years after Bennett after his grandparents gave him it shows what he could do on the and what she is doing when she wets. This was born in 1984. There's no doubt a horn. By 14, he was traveling clarinet." information can help you to determine the King of Swing would have iiked around the U.S. as a member of the On Sunday, June 15, Bennett will ifther e is any thing or things that are Bennett's style — the wire-rimmed New Reformation Dixieland Band be joined by Tad Weed on piano contributing to this behavior. glasses and double-breasted suits and at 17 was chosen to perform and Doug Cobb on drums for tunes If a pattern or trigger is identified, we — and the fact he seems to be as a guest soloist with The Count ranging from Memories of You to can use this information to develop an following in the legendary jazz Basie Orchestra. Bennett's most Running Wild. Bennett originally intervention. If no dear pattern or trigger musician's footsteps. Both started recent gig, May 1-4, was with the performed his Tribute to Benny emerges, a general intervention can be playing on the road in their mid- Detroit Symphony Orchestra. This Goodman in November 2003 at devised. For example, you may want to make teens. was his second appearance with Windsor's Capitol Theatre. The hourly toileting trips mandatory. In addition, On Father's Day, June 15, the DSO. In June, he plays the concert resulted in his first CD. Dave Bennett performs his tribute to legendary you should reward "dry" days with a special Bennett and his trio bring the Elkhart Jazz Festival in Indiana. Remembering Benny will be avail- clarinetist Benny Goodman Sunday, June 15, at treat, such as a special game or time together Goodman sound to a brunch at Over the years, Bennett's per- able at the brunch. Schooicraft College. The Father's Day Brunch is a fund- priorto be d time. Schooicraft College. The annual formed with Doc Cheatham at the Bennett is currently in the pro- raiser for the Michigan Jazz Festival. When she does wet, in spite ofyou r event raises funds for the Michigan Sweet Basil jazz club in New York, cess of writing his own music, best efforts, do not get upset and yell at Jazz Festival to be held July 20, at and with Goodman band alumni which he says is influenced by her. I know that it is frustrating but this the college in Livonia. vibraphonist Peter Appleyard and Peter Gabriel and Phil Collins, but BENNY GOODMAN TRIBUTE response will not help. Instead, make it her "I heard Dave for several years," guitarist Bucky Pizzarelli. His if a music career doesn't work out What: A Benny Goodman tribute by Dave responsibility to dean up the mess. This said Ellis, a Livonia resident who own quartet recently played at he'll have a guaranteed income as a Bennett's Trio, and gourmet brunch means that she should take off her wet saw Goodman play in New York Peabody's in Birmingham. CPA. Bennett just graduated from When: Noon to 3 p.m. Sunday, June. 15 {brunch clothing, rinse it out, put it into the washing and later booked his band at the "My grandfather got me a tape of Oakland University with a bache- from noon to 1p.m.) machine and take a bath (without toys or Meadow Brook Music Festival. "He Benny Goodman and that was it. I lor's degree in accounting. playing while in the tub)to was h herself. The stands like him. His mannerisms already liked music of the big band "I hope to make a living doing Where: Schooicraft College VisTaTech Center, purpose isto mak e wetting herself more are so much like Benny's, but he era in the movies," said Bennett what I'm doing, but hope to even- 1860Q Haggerty, Livonia than just a quick change. plays a better clarinet." of Waterford. "I just knew I liked tually break away from doing the Tickets: $27.50. Call (248) 474-2720 Bennett wore his hair in the what I heard. It wasn't until later tributes," Bennett said. "I want to Terry Wilamowski is a clinical therapist specializing same 1940s style, even when he on I started to realize I was into break out for myself." in the treatment of children, adolescents and families was younger. Then his vision need- something different than everyone with Heron Ridge Associates in Plymouth. Questions and ed correction. else was into. [email protected] | (734) 953-2145 comments can be sent to [email protected]. Observer & Eccentric | Sunday, June 1,2008 C2 (*) H0MET0WNLIFE.COM www.hometownllfe.com

rules, boundaries. When a the entire family mow dog is properly socialize*} and . trained, there's plenty of room BY LINDA ANN CHOMIN was fine and we adopted her," for play." ; STAFF WRITER Matvchuk said. "We took her The Dog Wizard follows for walks in the morning and three rules mother dogs use to This is only the second evening and she would spot control their puppies. Roytapel year Mike Kuhn is showing other dogs and become uncon- learned obedience training his pottery, but he's already trollable. He would take her from a deaf and mute men- hooked largely because of the at five in the morning before tor back in Russia, where he kids. Last year the Livonia work. One day he said, 'I can't eventually trained dogs for man couldn't believe how v he Kuhn crafts functional do this anymore she's pulling the KGB. Body language and even the youngest were sicneware colored 3. e b'ei so hard my shoulders are kill- vocalization are key to getting drawn to the clay when of glazes ing me. I had rotator cuff sur- the dog to submit to your will. he and fellow potter Bob gery and can't take her.'" "She never gives commands Sheridan set up a wheel to AST FROM THE HEART The Matvchuks took Inga to she can't follow through,; demonstrate at Art From What iPM. their veterinarian, who gave always reinforces what she The Heart, the festival pre- them the Dog Wizard's bro- says, and never repeats what sented by the Livonia Arts chure. Roytapel made a house she says," Roytapel said. "AH Commission. call the next day. The couple aggression comes from trying Kuhn says adults typically doesn't have a fence, which to be leader of pack. shy away from trying their compounds the problem since "My way is the canine way, hand, but children can't wait anytime Inga goes out it has to the way dogs talk to one to get muddy. Kuhn always be on a leash. another, Doglish, like doggy ,asks the parents' permission "He discussed how we have mama. A low tone is associated before allowing kids to take tj to handle her," Matvchuk said. with demand. Dogs learn by a turn at the wheel used to "He took her out of the cage consequences. Lean over with shape bowls, vases, plates or and showed us how to walk your shoulder means sit, long anything round. with her. By the time he left, lean means down. I sometimes On Saturday-Sunday, we could walk her up and growl. I do behavioral train- June 14-15, Kuhn will once down the sidewalk. It was a ing using doggy mama way. To again demonstrate the craft miracle. She saved her life and show dominance, she holds her at Art From The Heart in our life. mouth around their mouth to the Livonia Civic Center "Everybody complains about calm down." Complex. t Enka Cahlttioin-Hair.5 used j dogs being bad. He taught us Roytapel uses his hand to "We had a lot of children Aire and 0-n 'gs to ceate t*:s how to be the alpha. Our first clamp Inga's mouth shut. Later coming up and would let Mike Kuhn likes to demonstrate how he uses the pottery wheel to create a Diece sf lesson, walking on a leash, you he uses his thumb and first them sit down and have an variety of kitchen wares. have to make sure she's never finger to mimic the mother opportunity to try it," said in front of you. You have to be dog's canine teeth on the neck Kuhn who recently exhibited a piece to get the color effect doing metal butterflies, cop- firm and then reward with a to put the dog in its place. at Art Feast in Plymouth. I'm looking for, mostly earthy per yard art like dragonflies Plymouth Art in the Park. good girl." "It's not a set of commands," A commercial photog- colors, matte finish, toasted and lady bugs," said Swish. This is her first year in Art * "It's being able to read the Roytapel said. "We are build- rapher for 20 years, Kuhn almond, beige, neutral color, "We have everything from the From The Heart. dog and anticipate her needs," ing relationship with pets began creating functional off whites. I've taken a trip greyhound rescue, Greyheart, "I use wire - sterling sil- George Matvchuk added. "If through human authority. You stoneware 3-years ago after to Arizona and feel I have to homemade doggie treats, ver, arjentium anon tarnish she starts barking, you nip it in have to establish a proper rela- his wife paid for a pottery a strong influence from the applique and embroidered silver that is nickel free for the bud by giving commands. tionship to establish authority. class at Schoolcraft College Southwest pottery I saw." shirts, decorative painting on people with allergies, also If we get a little lapse, we have Owners always eat before she for his birthday. He's been Kuhn is just one of 75 glass, outdoor pool signs, flo- niobium which comes in mul- to be stronger." eats, doesn't sleep with them studying ever since with exhibitors showingjewelry, ral designs, baskets, wreaths, tiple colors magenta, purple Roytapel believes there are in bed, doesn't go through the John Albert Murphy who has metal, pottery, photography, metal and wire contain- and teal - and high quality three mistakes owners make. door before they do. My clients exhibited across the country wood items like clocks, hand ers, homemade soy candles, gems, glass beads. I play with He says, 99 percent of dog want to have total freedom to as well as internationally. painted coins, crocheted Michigan Rabbit Rescue, the wire to come up with the bites don't happen overnight. have control wherever they go." "I've always been impressed items, oil painting, metal hand painted antique win- designs. I just got married The owners' lack of rules leads Roytapel brought along his with pottery," said Kuhn. "I sculpture, and tie dyed cloth- dows, wine bottles and yard and made sets for my brides- to aggression in the dogs as two German shepherds to set up a studio in my home, ing. faucets, and hand made note maids. My bracelets I incor- they vie for first place. teach Inga to get along with; Barefoot Pottery, to do more Chris Swish, the city liai- paper." porate O~rings (from plumb- He condemns the positive other dogs. The first time he traditional. It has a purpose. son to arts commission, is Erika Dahlstrom-Hanna is ing) so you don't have to have reinforcement training method put the three of them together, You can cook or serve some- especially excited about this bringing a wealth of jewelry. a clasp so they can slip it off with food, calling it nothing he muzzled Inga for safety rea- thing in it - colanders, berry year's offerings. The Livonia artist teaches their wrist." but a trend. sons. Subsequent socialization bowls, place settings. I like to "We have one artist cutting the craft at John Glenn High In addition to bracelets, He believes in using treats as lessons occurred at a dog park blend different glazes togeth- dried tree trunks into sculp- School in Westland. Hanna is bringing her con- reward, not as a bribe. Pinch and Pet Ritz, a boarding and er, use two to three glazes on tural objects, someone else "I have a love for wire, vari- temporary style earrings, and shock collars may be need- training facility in Roseville. ations in chain mail, varia- pendants, rings, necklaces, ed to control strong-willed "He teaches you to be kind tions in chains, pendants," lapel pins, and key chains to dogs like Inga. and not get upset if she doesn't said Hanna who earned her Art From The Heart. "One is living with pets follow through because you bachelor and master degrees "I'm ecstatic cause it's in democracy. 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PARKS Monday, June 2 This is a non-aerobic exercise class teaches participants how to recognize OBSERVER STAFF WRITER Exercise Express 12:30 p.m. Thirty designed to help you strengthen and care for breathing and cardiac minutes of exercise including cardio, and define your muscles, as well as emergencies in infants and in children Helen Canty doesn't claim to be perfect in strength training and stretching. increase your flexibility. Each class victims age 8 and under. There is a $40 overcoming past hurts and walking in forgive- Exercise at your own comfort level. Get will combine a variety of equipment fee. Participants will receive certifica- ness, but when she's staring down a trying in, get out and get on with your day, including free weights, medicine balls, tion upon successful completion. Call situation, she reaches for one of her favorite Fee is $30 per month or a $5 drop-in balance balls, and Therabands in order. (734) 458-4330 for more information books, Eclipse of the Heart. fee. Call (734) 458-3242 for more infor- to isolate and tone each of the major or to register. It doesn't hurt matters that she wrote the mation muscle groups. Fee is $30 per month. Eating Disorders Support Group 160-page text. Childbirth Education (sixth of six For more information, call (734) 458- at 7 p.m. This support group is for "I read it all the time but it's as if I didn't classes) at 6 p.m. This six-week course 3242. those individuals with anorexia, buli- write it myself. I just view it as material in prepares the expectant mother and Yoga (fourth of four classes) at mia, and compulsive and binge eating front of me — although, if I must say, it's pret- coach for labor and delivery. Class 4 p.m. Learn how to relax, stretch disorders. Both males and females are ty good material," the Canton woman chuck- runtime is ik hours and there is a $60 and breathe while creating balance, invited to attend. This meeting is held led. "But I constantly haye the opportunity to fee. Medicaid is accepted. A refresher strength and flexibility for both the in the Garden City Hospital Auditorium. live out this book because I am serious about course aiso is available. Call (734) body and mind. This four-week session Call (734) 458-4330 for more informa- my heart being right." 458-4330 for more information or to is $32. Classes meet at Garden City tion. Eclipse of the Heart, published by the register. Hospital's Cardiac Rehab. Call (734) Thursday, June 5 Canton-based Zoe Life Publishing company, Tuesday, June 3 458-3242 for details and to register. Get Up and Move at 9 a.m., 3 and was released in February. Canty, who pas- Get Up and Move at 9 a.m., 3 and Wednesday, June 4 4 p.m. This is an invigorating exercise tors with her husband, Fred, at Way of Life 4 p.m. This is an invigorating exercise Free blood pressure testing for program is designed to help you get Christian Church, 47921 Michigan Avenue, program is designed to help, you get senior citizens at 10:30 a.m. The staff up and get moving, and is the perfect says the idea for the book came from God. up and get moving, and is the perfect of Garden City Hospital's Community compliment to your diet program. "I always know right when God is speaking compliment to your diet program. Services offers blood pressure testing These classes will help you to make to me," she said, adding that she was laying These classes will help you to make free of charge every other .Wednesday an easy transition back to an exercise in bed when she got the description that a an easy transition back to an exercise at 10:30 a.m. at the Maplewood program or help you to get started for person dealing with unresolved fear, denial . program or help you to get started for Community Center on Maplewood just the first time. Fee is $30 per month. For and confusion has a covering over their heart. the first time. Fee is $30 per month. For west of Merriman. Call (734) 458-4330 more information, call (734) 458-3242. "The light of Christ is supposed to shine more information, call (734) 458-3242. for more information. Strength and Stretch at 2 p.m. through our hearts and when we don't func- Diabetes Self-Management Exercise Express 12:30 p.m. Thirty This is a non-aerobic exercise class tion like God intended, we have an eclipse of BILL BRESLER | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER Education (first of four classes) at minutes of exercise including cardio, designed to help you strengthen the heart." Author Helen Canty said the inspiration for her book, 9:30 a.m. This comprehensive series is strength training and stretching. and define your muscles, as weli as Since the release of the book, which is dedi- "Eclipse of the Heart," came from God. planned to help people Live Well With Exercise at your own comfort level. Get increase your flexibility. Each class cated to the author's three adult children and Diabetes. Participants learn self-care in, get out and get on with your day. will combine a variety of equipment, the Way of Life congregation, Canty has done to overcome obstacles so I loved when she said skiils of nutrition, exercise, medication Fee is $30 per month or a $5 drop-in including free weights, medicine bails, book signings at Borders in Canton and at that," said Adams, who runs Zoe Life with her management monitoring of blood fee. Call (734) 458-3242 for more infor- balance balls, and Therabands in order best-selling author Joel.Osteen's mega church husband, Brian. sugar levels, foot and skin care, pre- mation. to isolate and tone each of the major in Houston. Adams said she has read Eclipse of the vention of problems and psychosociai CPAP and BiPAP Mask Fitting muscle groups. Fee is $30 per month. "This is a very exciting time because so much Heart several times for both professional and issues. Physician referral is required. 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' fet, open bar, midnight snacks and music. (313) 937-3477 or e-mail CHS1968Sec@ No ticket sales at the door. Contact {248} yahoo.com.au. Planning a 50th reunion, Sept 19-21, 442-0946orbbhsfirstfive.com Dearborn High School 2003. All members of January 1958, June Brighton High School Class of 1963 1958 and January 1959 are invited. At Class of 1989 A 45-year reunion planned Aug. 1,2008. Somerset inn, 2601W. Big Beaver Road, Planning its 20th reunion and searching Father Patrick O'Keliey Hall, Dearborn. Troy. Events include: a Friday evening for classmates. Please sign up at "yahoo Contact Betsy Cushman at (313) 565-5972 hospitality party, Saturday afternoon groups- brighton high school class of [email protected]. lour of BHS and lunch, dinner Party at the 1989" to get more information. Dearborn Edsel Ford hotel on Saturday evening and brunch at Clarencevllie High School Classes of 1958 hotel Sunday morning followed by a golf The 1958 January and June Classes of outing. Contact: csingerbhs58reunion. A reunion is being planned for the summer Dearborn and Edsel Ford High Schools are org tor access to the web site: www. of 2008. Trying to reach as many class- having a combined 50-Year Reunion on bhs58reunion.org or call Jackie Yorgen mates as possible. Send contact informa- Saturday Aug. 2,2008, at the Dearborn Castine, (248) 332-E tion to Dale Weighill at [email protected]. Country Club. Judy Richards Goerke at Crestwood High School (313) 562-9031, [email protected] or Class of 1968 Shirley Chiado Peters at (248) 348-9443, A combined reunion. Oct. 4,2008, A 40th class reunion Oct. 4,2008. For [email protected] may be Hellenic Cultural Center, $60. Dinner but- ,information, contact Gail Goodali Welch, contacted for further information.

A cast of 60 children and adults presents the musical, "Oliver," through June 1, at the Grantland Street Playhouse in Livonia. Cast of 60 performs'

Motor City Youth Theatre and Grantland adults and children represent 16 communi- Street Players present Oliver through 2 ties surrounding the theater. p.m. Sunday, June 1, at Grantland Street Tickets are $1O-$15 and all seats must be Playhouse, 27555 Grantland, south of 1-96, reserved. Call (313) 535-8962 or visit www. west of Inkster Road, Livonia. The cast of 60 mcyt.org for more information. . ALBERT VICTOR 1SYGORD ROBERT E. GLEASON MARGUERITE CIAGNE Age 86, Redford. Mi, passed away Age 76, May 27, 2008. Beloved hus- Age 91, May 28,2008. Beloved Wife May 24, 2008. Thayer-Rock Funeral band of the late Myrtle. Dear father of of the late Arthur Ciagne. Survived Home, fanningion, MI James Robert (Valerie), John Dennis, by her son Arthur (Patricia) Ciagne; Brian Edward (Tricia) and Maureen daughter Carolyn "Cary" (Barry Therese (Charles) Fay. Loving grand- Davis; grandchildren Christopher father of ten. Funeral Mass Monday (Monica) Ciagne, David (Dina 9:30 am at St. Colette Catholic Ciagne, Caryn (Kevin) Gallagher, Church, 17600 Newburgh, Livonia. Maria (Ken) Foster, Amy (Eric Greenmead Historical Burial at Parkview Memorial. In. lieu Stocker, Matthew (Veronica ^ * of flowers, memorials may be made Weisenberger, and Marc (Gina to the Catholic Central H.S. Ciagne. Also survived by 15 great Scholarship Fund in Bob's honor. grandchildren and sister-in-law Helen (Edmond) Viale. Funeral Mass was celebrated on Saturday at 11am, St. park opens season •Colman Catholic Church 32500 Middlebelt Rd., Farmington Hills. In lieu of flowers memorial contribu- tions may fee made to Right to Life- Livingston County or Angels' Place. Arrangements were entrusted to with flea market McCabe Funeral Home. 1.14, Greenmead Historical Park be available on the day of the kicks off it's June events with a walk. Flea Market 10 a.m. to 4 p.m. Tickets cost $9 in advance, Dec. 10, 1979-Feb.'3, 2001 Sunday,.June 1, on the grounds $10 on the day of the event. Lillis-Warwick at 20501 Newburgh, south of Members of the 17th Mr. and Mrs. Timothy Eight Mile in Livonia. Michigan Civil War Re-enac- Lillis of Redford and Mr. Admission is $2 per adult, tors will be holding a muster and Mrs. Sidney Warwick of children under 12 free. Parking during tour hours 1-4 p.m. South Dakota announce the is free. Sunday, June 22. Admission is engagement of their children, Greenmead opens for the $3 adults, $2 students. Jaclyn Elizabeth O'Toole season with the very popular Tours of the historic build- Lillis to Matthew Christopher ' flea market. More than 150 ings run Sundays beginning Warwick. booths will be filled with trea- June 8 through October and An October 2008 wedding is sures of all sorts. As at past the month of December (no planned alSL John's Center in flea markets, there will be a tours on holiday weekends). Plymouth Township. number of antiques, collect- Each tour, building features Jaclyn is a graduate of South ibles, vintage items, crafts, and period artifacts and furnish- Redford Thurston High School. CLAIRE CAVERLY garage sale goodies. Have fun ings. While in the park, visitors She studied archaeology and Age *M, Ma> 29, 2008. HARTER hunting for the perfect accent are invited to stroll through the received her bachelor's degree Beloved husband of the late to add to your collection. flower gardens of Hill House, at Michigan State University. Genevieve Hawley Muth. ELEANOR D. "Jinx" May 22, 2008 Age 85 Professional Registered Parliamentarian, past presi- Visitors can also tour the his- take a walk on the Virginia She received her master's • Father of Liesel and Albert. PANCOAST Grandfather of Kyle Brandt. Brother dent of Birmingham Musicale and toric buildings from noon to 3 Matley Nature Trail, and pack degree in anthropology/archae- of Lillian Kiss and the late Natalie Jinx Pancoast died peacefully at her many genealogical societies. Dear p.m. while at the flea market. a picnic lunch and spend the ology at the University of Semrau, Matilda Mengel, Edward, home in Windmill Harbour, Hilton wife of the late Roger for 63 years. Head, SC on May 21,2008, surround- Loving mother of Deborah Harter The 19th annual Livonia afternoon. Wisconsin, where she did field HmiK Vivier. Gustave, Martha Garden Walk takes place 10 Pan/iicr, Karl arid Louise. Maxwill ed by her children. She was born in Williams (Mark), Duncan, Malcolm Tours are $3 adults, $2 stu- work in Germany. jwas a WWii Veteran. He saw service Kalamazoo, Ml and was the daughter and Penelope Harter Davis. a.m. to 5 p.m. Saturday, June dents. Proceeds from all events She met Matthew at the } on the Portuguese Azores Islands as of the late Velma R. and Wayne L. Grandmother of Neil, Brevon, Bryce 21. Along with the Gardens at and activities benefit Historic University of Wisconsin. He is I an Army Technician Fourth Grade. McCane. Upon graduating from and Brittany. Family will receive Michigan Sate University with a friends at A J. Desmond & Sons _(Vasu, Greenmead's Hill House, six Greenmead. also a archaeologist. He is cur- J Maxwilj was a resident of Livonia residential gardens in Livonia since i 955 and a retired bricklayer. A degree in Education, she became a Rodgers & Connel! Chapel), '32515 For more information, call rently completing his doctorate I Memorial Service will be held at the social worker for a Family Service Woodward Ave. (btwn 13-14 Mile) will be on the walk. Maps will (248)477-7375. in anthropology/archaeology in Rosedale Gardens Presbyterian agency. Following the start of her own Thursday, June 5th 5-8pm (no visita- Peru, on a $10,000 grant from family, Jinx's interests focused on tion Friday). Memorial service hurcru %01 Hubbard. Livonia, the Wenner-Gren Foundation. Friday, June 6th at 11:30 a.m. In lieu community events and philanthropic Saturday, June 7th 2pm at First of flowers Memorial Contributions pursuits. While living in the Presbyterian Church, 1669 W. Maple Jaclyn and Matthew are may be directed to the charity of your Birmingham-Bioomfieid area of MI, Rd,, Birmingham. Interment Great employed by Commonwealth choice. Please share a memory of she served on the board of the Junior Lakes National Cemetery. Memorial Women's Symphony, Meadowbrook tributes to First Presbyterian Church of Cultural Resources Group Inc. Maxwill in his-online guest book at: A honeymoon is planned in wwiy. rggrharris .com Women's Assoc, Pine Lake Country Birmingham or Birmingham Musicale. Club and The Village CJub. Quick to View obituary and share memories at South America. volunteer her services, she had an www.DesmondFuneraIHome.com .incredible gift for getting others "enthusiastically" involved as well. Jinx had a very successful career in Real Estate sales for a number of ROSLYNNE GREENBERG years. Following her marriage in 1978 Age 73, of Farmington Hills, died to her beloved husband, the late Bob May 29,2008. the funeral will be held The Celebration Youth Pancoast, her talents shifted from the at Ira Kaufman Chapel on Sunday, least three years of study, selling of .homes to the selling of June 1, 2008 at 1pm. Rabbi Gordon Orchestra (CYO) will hold and the Celebration Youth antiques and "worthy accessories". Freeman and Cantor Larry Vieder will auditions for the 2008-2009 Symphony for the most Antique shows and later a seasonal officiating Interment at Hebrew school year Thursday-Friday, advanced students in all antique shop in the resort community Memorial Park. Mrs. Greenberg was a June 12-13, at Evola Music, of Charlevoix, MI became the vehicles graduate of Central High School and orchestral sections. in which to showcase her good taste Wayne State University. She taught in 7170 Haggerty, Canton. Supported by the Plymouth and talents. Following the sale of Rose the Detroit Public School System and Appointments must be Canton Symphony Society, Cottage Antiques, and while stil! sum- then as a substitute teacher for various scheduled in advance by call- the youth orchestra is dedi- mering in MI, Jinx turned her atten- school districts. Mrs. Greenberg was tion to service on the Development the Business Manager of the Davis ing the Plymouth Canton cated to challenging and Council of the Charlevoix Area Counseling Center for 13 years. An Symphony Society at (734) inspiring students through Hospital and as a board member of the active member of Adat Shalom 451-2112. high level ensemble training Friends of the Pool project, the Synagogue, she assisted with the Auditions are open to string and the performance of stan- Charievoix ^Historical Society and the Adult Study Commission and the Age 94, of Fanningion Hills, formerly Charlevoix Enrichment 'Foundation. Youth Commission. She was an active students ages 9 and up with dard and new repertoire. of Davisburg and Southfield died on Jinx's service and commitment to her volunteer for many worthy causes at least one year of instruc- CYO students have several Wednesday, May 28 at Livonia Woods primary residence of Hilton Head, SC including Yad Ezra, Hadassah, the Nursing Center. Pearl was born in tion and wind, brass, and per- unique performance opportu- was unbridled. Jinx's communtiy Holocaust Memorial Center and as a cussion students ages 12 and Detroit to Maude and John. Thomas involvements included co-chair of the supervisor and tutor for the Jewish nities including side-by-side Wiandt on May 14, 1914 Pearl National Juried Art Show for the Literacy Program She held numerous up with atleast three years concerts with the Plymouth remained a very active member of her Hilton Head Art League, board mem- leadership positions in the Friends of of instruction. Students may Symphony Orchestra and Caliie Shea Riordan high school sorority for" many years. ber and special events chair for the Farmington Community Libraries As a very young woman, Pearl worked live anywhere in Southeastern Orchestra Canton. Rick and Jennifer Riordan of Orchestra League and co-chair for it's including the President of the Board Michigan. as a legal secretary for the law firm of Musicales. She was a pround member of Directors and was an active volun- The Celebration Youth Northville announce the birth Sempliner, Dewey, Stantqn, BushnelL of the South Carolina Yacht Club, teer with the National Council of Students are asked to pre- Orchestra is part of the of their daughter, Caliie Shea Fvoin 1955 to 1975, Pearl was the sec- serving as a board member and on the Jewish Women and Michigan pare one scale in any key retary to several Superintendents of Plymouth Symphony's Youth Riordan, on March 21,2008, Membership and House Committees. Association for Emotionally and a piece of their choice. Outreach Education Program. at. St. Joseph Mercy Hospital in Holly Area Schools. Pearl and her hus- Jinx is survived by her children: Deb Disturbed Children. She volunteered band Matt raised three children with (Whitcroft) and Phil Harmon of for the South Oakland County Girl Percussionists will be pro- • Donations to the Symphony's Ann Arbor. whom they shared great pleasures of Harbor Springs, MI; Lisa (Whitcroft) Scouts as a Brownie Leader, a District vided with a snare drum, but No Kid without a Concert Caliie weighed 6 pounds, 7-7 their own: classical music, floweran d and Doug Olander of Alma, M; Rick Captain and Area Chairman and was vegetable gardening,' and cooking will need to bring their own Education Campaign help ounces and was 19.5 inches at Whitcroft of Colorado Springs, CO; very active with the Girl Scout Cookie sticks. fund the CYO as well as many birth. healthy foods. Pearl and Matt danced Rusty Whitcroft of Glendale, CA; Pat Sales. With the Kenbrook Elementary many years with Merry Mixers Square and Kimiko Pancoast of London, UK; P.T.A., she became the Treasurer, the Since the beginning of other programs for students Caliie was welcomed home Dance Club. Later, Pearl was an active Chris and Marilyn Pancoast of Program Director, and the chairman fall 2007, the CYO has had throughout Southeastern by her sister, Samantha, 4, and member' of Farmington Neighbors Golden, CO; Jim and Mary Pancoast of the Health and Safety Committee. Club and sewed cancer pads for three ensembles: Celebration Michigan. her brother Jack, 2. of Dayton,. OH; Curtis and Valerie With Farmington and Farmington Strings for string students To schedule an audition or American Cancer Society. Pearl is sur- Pancoast of Catera, AL; and XI grand- Hills and she was active with the Grandparents are Jerry and vived by sister Helen Daller; children children. She was proceeded in death. Multi-cultural/Multiracial Community with a minimum of one year for more information, call Nancy Smith of Canton, Trina Diane Carter, Ralph Berres, Mary Lou by her cherished husband, Robert L. Council. Family members include: of study; Celebration Sinfonia (734) 451-2112 or send e-mail Riordan of Farmington Hills Berres; grandchildren Dr. David, Dr. Pancoast. A Memorial Service will be Beloved wife for 48 years of Daniel Gregory, and Andrew Apsey, Matt and for string, wind, brass, and to jane@plymouthsymphony. and Dick and Corinne Riordan held at Windows 'on the Waterway, 5 Greenberg Dear mother of Julie E. percussion students with at Kimberly Berres, Jeremy and Gillian Waterway Lane, Hilton Head (Ronald) Chaney, Elizabeth A. (Eric org. ofHowell. Anderson; great-grandchildren Kyle, Plantation on Wednesday, June 4," at Hall) Greenberg, and the late Kenneth Aaron, Julia, Autumn, and Vivienne 4:00 pm. In lieu of flowers, memorial Michael Greenberg. Loving grand- Apsey. Visitation and funeral service contributions may be made to Hospice mother of Benjamin Chaney, Isabel will be held Monday June 2nd at 10:00 Care of the Low Country, P.O. Box Chaney, Noah Greenberg, Zachary am in the Oak Chapel of Oakland Hills 3827, Bluffton, SC 29910, or to Greenberg, Ethan Hall and Rebecca Memorial Gardens, 43300 12 Mile Rd Charity of One's Choice. The Island Hall. Cherished sister of Edward •dl Movi Rd. Burial will follow at Funeral Home and Crematory is in (Evelyn) Mayer and the late James Oakland Hills Memorial Gardens. charge of arrangements. (the late Sandra) Mayer. Also sur- Donations in lieu of flowers are sug- vived bv 12 nieces and nephews. i gesteri to American Cancer Society Observer & Eccentric | Sunday. June 1,2008 {WReGc) C5 www.hometQwnlife.com v

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Must be 18+, smoker, who enjoys concerts, relaxing, bowl- clean-cut, fit, attractive, respectful, profession- er, seeks woman, 20-40, race open, who is Affectionate SWM, 40, S'9", 21 Olbs, dark ing, dining, time at home. №269456 ai Asian or White male for dating and possibly open-minded. №260319 brown/brown, easygoing, friendly, enjoys din- more. №113901 ing, movies, talks, walks, and waterfront talks, HERE I AM GUYS LOOKING FOR ME? or: Loving, sexy SBF, 34, caramel complexion, A WOMAN OF CLASS quiet times home. Looking for compatible lady U SM, 53, outgoing, cool, fun, honest and easy- who knows how to enjoy life. №238130 5'5 , 156lbs,brown eyes, independent, em- SWF, 68, looks younger, in search of a SWM, going loves Italian/Mexican food, racquetball, ployed, secure, Seeking warm-hearted intel- 62-69, who likes movies, dining, theater. 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Livingston county. №210247 LOVES THE OUTDOORS lady, 40-55, that can enjoy my things and have you.add your fun things to the mix. №243739 BEAUTIFUL MAKEUP ARTIST WM, 78, 57", 170lbs, N/S, looking for a lady t (NEED A LOVE... Sincere, kind SWF, 53, proportionate, 5'6", around the same age, for dinner, movies, trav- LOOKING FOR SOULMATE to keep me happy. Attractive, classy, delightful, el, tv and walks. №276731 124lbs, professional, attractive, intelligent and charming WF, 49, no kids, seeks SWM, 45+, Attractive SWM, 6'3", 165lbs, N/S, N/D, shy, fit, educated, loves music, dancing, motorcycles, no kids, N/S, fun, loving, caring. №568059 THE ONE TO CALL enjoys carpentry, riding my bicycle, gardening outdoors, movies and creative pursuits. Seek- WM, 60, brown/brown, tall, slim, secure, would and more. 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I like plays, danc- man. №692549 ^^ ISO romantic, honest, intelligent BF, 25-55, ing, dining out, good company and working with great SOH, for companionship, possible A LOT TO OFFER out. №256608 SEEKING MR. RIGHT LTR. №968147 Classy SBF, hoping to meet mature SBM, SWM, 19, light smoker, no children, would like CLASSY LADY 45-60. I'm a very passionate, affectionate, lov- HOPE 2 HEAR FROM U SOON to meet a SF, 19-48, light smoker, for friend- SBF, middle-aged, attractive, enjoys din- ing person, who enjoys a variety of activities. 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Friendship/LTR. №262304 №253142 i,ONELY VIRGO very attractive SF, 28-40, race unimportant, for NfCE GUY SBF, 47, with a young heart, enjoys cartoons, friendship leading to possible LTR. №205048 SEEKING EBONY WOMAN BM, 22, 6'1", brown eyes, likes hanging out, music, dancing, good food, good fun. Looking A LOT TO OFFER Attractive SWPM seeking BF for dating. New movies, having fun and more. Looking for for SF, 30-65, with same Interests. №269375 SBM, 38, N/S, foyes walking, jogging, dinner to area and looking to explore the city. Sense down-to-earth, easygoing BF, 29-40, to spend and a movie, having fun, partying. Looking for of humor, easygoing, attractive, H/W pro- time with. №264317 BEAUTIFUL SBF... portionate, affectionate, established, likes to 37, seeks SWM, 30-50, who is spontaneous SF, 28-70, tor friendship first, maybe more. travel. №262579 OUTGOING and knows how to have fun. 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EASYGOING Attractive SBM, 43, 5'11", 190lbs, medium SBM, 32, 5'9", 195lbs, N/S, seeks real, cool, №266442 Sharp, sociable SWM, 45, with good character build, light complexion, N/S, seeks slender BF, fun, outgoing woman, 21-45, N/S, who enjoys TAKE A CHANCEl and pleasant personality, likes the outdoors, 18-43, who wants to be treated like a princess! life. №265183 №267553 SWF, 30, middle school art teacher, likes na- fishing, motor sports etc. WLTM SWF, for dat- SEXY BM SEEKS SEXY BF ture, music and learning new things. ISO nice ing and fun times. №187614 ~* TIRED OF BEING ALONE Young SBM, 24, N/S, seeks fun, vibrant wom- gentleman, for dating and to share life togeth- SIMILAR INTERESTS? SWM, 47, homeowner, looking for some fe- an, 18-32, N/S, for sports, hanging out, music, having fun. №266318 er. №283845 SBM, 46, 6', 215lbs, N/S, N/D, muscular, male companionship. 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DWM, 56,5'10", handsome and secure, seeks for a SF, 33-53, N/S, N/D, for friendship lead- №266732 №409879 honest S/DWF, w/sense of humor, who enjoys ing to marriage. №266674 ^^ HARD-WORKING LOOKING FOR A COMPANION travel, candlelight dinners, plays, dancing, COUNTRY BOY-AT-HEART SBM, 20, 5'6", slim build, N/S, seeks SF, Tall, attractive WIWF, 60s, enjoys good con- concerts, boating, and movies. Friendship, Hardworking WM, 6'2", 195ibs, blonde/blue, 20-26, for friendship, possible romance. Call versation, walks, playing board/card games, possible LTR. №269646 enjoys comedy movies, horseback riding, soc- mel №269003 cer, softball, camping and more. Seeking out- antiques and more. Looking for honest gentle- LOOK HERE! 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Go green without Walt from Rochester Hills e-mails for tips on reducing arthritis pain that do not require medication. Walt, it is a simple fact of life. Chances are you will BY LINDA ANN CHOMiN develop some form of arthritis STAFF WRITER if you live long enough! Osteoarthritis is caused Melissa Cooper Sargent has no by wear and intention of killing theclandeli- tear on the ons in her yard. She may not have joints and the lushest lawn on the block*but runs in many she knows her 5-year-old daugh- families. It is ter is not being exposed to weed particularly killers and pesticides. On June 5, common if Sargent talks about the dangers you have had of chemicals such as malathion, a previous 2,4-D and chlorpyrifos at a Safe Peter's injury or Lawn Workshop presented by Principles have a weight the Sierra Club Rochester ECOs problem. group at Whole Foods Rochester. Peter Nielsen Faced with "She loves the dandelions. They the painful make her so happy so they don't condition, bother me," said Sargent, who most people avoid exercise grew up in Southfield and now and unnecessary activity. . lives in Royal Oak. "We have to That is a mistake though, change our expectations. We because exercise strengthens can't expect our lawns to look muscles and that takes the like golf courses and not have pressure off joints! negative health effects. Pesticides People with arthritis should have been linked to ADHD in do exercises that help with children, bladder cancer and flexibility and posture. Start malignant lymphoma in pet dogs, t' off gradually with nonweight- breast cancer in women, some of bearing exercises like water them are nervous system toxins." aerobics and work your way Sargent's degree in natural up to walking. Also, be sure resources and the environment to check with your doctor or helped her understand chemicals personal fitness trainer for and their connection to diseases the program that is right for such as cancer. Since graduating you. from the University of Michigan she has worked at LocalMotion, a fertilizer that washes down into with water and native plants." Jill from Eastpointe suffers from nonprofit dedicated to spreading our waterways. It helps the plants Sargent will pass on tips like fibromyaigia and wants tips for awareness about the link. One of What; Learn about alternatives to, to grow, but we get excess weeds these at the workshop. She'll tell leading a fuller life. her duties as program director is dangerous pesticides and weed and algae blooms in our lakes how to read weeds. Clover .is a Jill, almost four million to read scientific research papers and rivers.1' symptom of nitrogen deficient Americans suffer from and translate the findings. Many killers in a workshop presented by Sargent suggests using an soil. Certain plants like dandeli- fibromyaigia or FM. FM of the studies can be found in the Sierra Ciub Rochester ECOS organic fertilizer made from ons and thistle thrive in compact- patients have unexplained online newsletter at www.local- When: 7 p.m. Thursday, June 5 materials such as soybean and ed soil so the solution could be as whole body muscle and joint motion.org. Where; Whole Foods Rochester, corn gluten meals after testing simple as aerating. Do you have pain. Elizabeth Dance founded the the soil through Michigan State dead patches of lawn? Grubs like The symptoms can include organization in 1999 after the Cost: Free. For Information, or to University (www.css.msu.edu/ to eat the roots. Instead ofimi- chronic fatigue, muscle pain, native Grosse Pointe resident register, caJI {248) 652-2100 or e- soiltesting.csm) or LocalMotion dacloprid try the bacteria called impaired sleep patterns and noticed a higher incidence of Cwww.local~motion.org). Local milky spores and beneficial nem- morning stiffness. breast cancer in the highly indus- mat) Motion also sells the Organic atodes to prey on grubs. Treatments for FM include trialized area. Lawn Care Manual by Paul Italia Millan never uses pesti- pain relief and helping the "Just because it's on the store general and found Scottish ter- Tukey, a guide to natural growing cides or waters her Auburn Hills patients sleep, but exercise shelf doesn't mean it's safe," said riers were more likely to develop methods. One of the first steps to lawn. As president of the Sierra can also help people with the Sargent. "These products are not bladder cancer. Children and dogs a safer lawn is cutting the grass Club Rochester ECOs group, condition. necessarily tested for long-term are closer to the ground. They like with a mulching lawn mower. she is not only promoting the They should begin with health affects. Some products to roll around in the grass. A child The clippings provide a nitrogen Safe Lawns Workshop at Whole low impact aerobics and have been pulled off the shelves. might put a blade of grass in their boost and food for worms. Foods, but heading up a cam- stretching activities like yoga Chlorpyrifos was in Dursban and mouth. Children breathe more "We also encourage people to paign to protect Michigan water- or tai chi. Lorsban (pesticides) and were air pound per pound than we do mow high, 3 to 3 1/2 inches. It ways and the Great Lakes. After four weeks of used (as indoor pest control) and increasing their exposure and they helps grass to be stronger, the "We want to raise awareness aerobics it should be OK to people thought they were safe don't have as mature an immune •root system, and shades out weed about how important our water begin a weight program. until January 2002. The EPA system." seeds so they don't germinate," is, how many of the actions we Doctors think it is likely FM found they were too hazardous Chemical-free alternatives do said Sargent. "Spread grass seed take can affect it and us, our is a metabolic problem and (for residential use), but still can exist. on bare patches in your lawn animals and the environment in exercise is ideal for boosting be used on crops, golf courses, "There are simple things people to prevent weeds, rough up the general," said Millan. "We want the metabolism. cattle for flea and ticks, non- can do to build a healthier soil," ground and then seed and put to invite people to attend so residential buildings, mosquito said Sargent. "A chemically treat- compost over it. You can dress - they can find a safer way of tak- If you have a health or fitness ques- control. ed lawn is like a lawn on drugs your entire lawn with compost, ing care of their lawn, be aware tion you would like answered in the "The herbicide 2,4-D is one and becomes dependent on chem- about 1/2 inch thick. It's a good that everything they put on their Observer & Eccentric Newspapers, of two chemicals used in Agent ical fertilizer which is salt-based. nutrient boost. lawns goes directly to our rivers e-mail Peter through his Web site Orange. A study found dogs It kills the beneficial organisms "All of those things help build and streams and that will affect www.peternieisen.com. Contact who lived in households where in your soil. The earth worms a healthy soil and lawn. Life will us in the end because it's our him at Peter Nielsen's Personal it was used had an increased leave. It's a quick nutrient fix, but come back to your yard, benefi- drinking water." Training Club in West Bloomfield or risk for cancer. Around the same kills beneficial organisms and cial insects. Birds will come back Nielsen's Town Center Health Club in time another study at Purdue bacteria that help your plants. and eat a lot of insects. We also Southfield. University looked at herbicides in Phosphorous is a component in can encourage birds in the yard [email protected] (734) 953-2145

FOOT AND ANKLE PAIN? an adult support group in a different trail ride. Benefits Lupus Alliance sup- room. port groups, community outreach, Cancer Survivors' Celebration Sharing & Caring programs, awareness and research. Dr. Randy H. Bernstein, DPM Sunday, June 1,11:30 a.m. Reception, Present Jen Green, naturopathic Registration fees $18 before June 1, $25 noon to 1 p.m. Program with guest doctor, and Gail Elliot Evo, corporate after. For information or to register, call Physician of the Foot and Ankle - speaker and singer Elaine Greenberg, manager Integrative Medicine, 6:30 (800) 705-6677 or visit www.milupus. St. Mary Mercy Hospital South Lobby, p.m. Thursday, June 5, at the Royal org. A-pancake breakfast will be served 27235 Joy Rd. Five Mile and Levan, Livonia. Greenberg Park Hotel, 600 E. University Drive, for all riders at the VFW Hall in Bruce (1 Block East of Inkster) is an eight-year ovarian cancer survivor Rochester Hills. Silent auction, com- Township. who used music to heal during her own plimentary reiki treatments, chair Tour de Cure event Foot & Ankle recovery. Tours available for the Our massage. 7:30 p.m. discussion on envi- Tour de Cure, the American Diabetes www.natioitwidefbotandanklecare.com Care, P.C. Lady of Hope Cancer Center, Hearts of ronmental toxins, internal stress and Association's annual cycling event Livonia Healing Center, Helen Palmer the development of breast cancer. $30 is June 8 at Island Lake Recreation YOU'RE OUR TOP PRIORITY! Image Recovery Center, and Radiation donation. For reservations, call (800) ' Area in Brighton. Sign tip by calling t/l... Oncology Department. The event is 633-7377. (800) TOUR-888 or visit www.diabetes. free. For information and to RSVP, call Kids for a cure org/tour. • Diabetic & Senior • Painful Corns & Calluses (734)655-8950. Deadline to register is June 6 for Michigan Thyroid Support Citizen Foot Care • Flat Feet & Arch Pain CHADD meeting Cancer Awareness Fun Walk starting The group meets 7 p.m. Monday, June 9, • Heel Pain •Ingrown Nails • Fractures • Sprains Children & Adults with Attention-Deficit 10 a.m. at St. Michael School (11300 at the Plymouth Library. Guest speaker • Bunions * Hammertoes • Sports Injuries Disorder meet 7:30-9 p.m. (registra- Fairfieid St., Livonia), ending at Mies is chiropractor David Atiyen. For more • Leg Cramps • Numbness •Varicose & Spider Vein tion begins 7 p.m.) Monday, June 2, at Park 2 p.m. Saturday, June 14. Minimum information, call (734) 453-7945. • Ulcers & Wound Care Treatments Way Elementary, 765 W. Long Late Rd., pledge $10. Donate $25 or more and Divorce support group • Arthritis • Infections • Warts on feet and hands east of Telegraph, BiQomfield Hills. receive a T-shirt Call Eileen Hogg at Group discussion; attorney Patricia LASER FOOT SURGERY AVAILABLE Dr. Randy Bernstein Call (248) 988-6716. Web site is www. {734)525-9276. Kasody-Coyle will also be available to chadd.net/527. Presenter for Parent Lupus loops bike ride answer questions in a private setting Group is Fran Parker, psychologist on Registration begins 8 a.m. and ends on a first come, first served basis, 7-9 Foot Exam & Consultation' Now Accepting All HAP Plans Creating Systems and Developing Skills 10 a.m. Sunday, June 8, begins and p.m. Tuesday, June 10, in the.Women's 4 to Manage AO/HD in College {for adults ends at 25 Mile and Shelby Rd., Shelby . Resource Center (room 225), McDowell . deludes X-fcays, Lab Tests, & Treatment, Including: HAP PPO, HAP HMO, HAP SENIORS as well those who are exploring college Township. Choose from a 18 mile casual Center, Schoolcraft College, 18600 or in college). In addition there will be ride to a 100K road ride or 17.5 mile Haggerty, Livonia. (734) 462-4443. BOARD CERTIFIED IN FOOT SURGERY • FELLOW, AMERICAN COLLEGE OF FOOT & ANKLE SURGEONS www.hometownfife.com Observer S Eccentric j Sunday, June 1,2008 (*) C7 SHORT-TERM ASSIGNMENTS ~ TIPS AND TRAPS Short-term Sunday through Thursday," she says, "but my lease in apartment in Boston. At the end of assignment, we drove WORKWISE assignments requiring Dallas was running out. This was a choice I made. I'm you to relocate, then single and young. For me it's a benefit, because I can live in PERSONAL DEVELOPMENTS return to your original a new city, fchecki t out, hang out with friends I normally Strain doesn't end with the relocation, however. location, seem to be wouldn't see. The only negatives are that I miss some of my Kaufman made a deal with a friend so she could stay at her Y increasing, according friends in Dallas and my stuff is in storage." By no means is apartment on the company's nickel. She considers a Mildred L. to a survey by this a one-time opportunity for her. corporate apartment ideal. That, in fact, was exactly what Worldwide ERC and "I very well could $o to other cities," she comments. "My Johansmeyer had — two bedrooms, each with a bathroom, Gulp Cartus (Worldwide/ company wouldn't force me to do it, but if I were at opposite ends, bringing "extraordinary privacy." Good Cartus). The 208 HR interested, they'd send me to satellites in Detroit, Denver, thing... because they shared the 1200-square foot respondents, all Seattle, Chicago and Los Angeles." She likes the fact that apartment with one of his colleagues. , domestic, span 15 industries throughout the United States. her company's growth mode will increase her options. Johansmeyer found it extremely expensive — about An enormous 80 percent of them use short-term However, rooming with friends won't be an option, $2,000 a pop ~ to keep up with major events among assignments. Well over half of that group — 57 percent - because she has none in those cities. families and friends. He did see his brother receive Eagle project an uptick. More than one-third — 38 percent — Tom Johansmeyer, now an in-house writer for a Scout, and attended a friend's wedding. "Dinner for a expect their frequency to remain constant. reinsurance company in New York City, also did IT birthday," he remembers, "turned into a phone call.'1 How does this trend impact you? It might vary, . consulting, but it was for a company of 10 he co-founded. Meanwhile, his billable hours sagged. depending upon your work situation. Carly Kaufman, He flew weekly between the Boston area and Omaha for But the couple enjoyed "fabulous restaurants" and look associate at the 120-employee Pariveda Solutions L.P., five months in 2002, thecompany's start-up year. "I was back fondly at the size and location of their apartment. relocated from the Dallas headquarters to Houston after helping a company set up a new system and change their He'd relocate immediately, rather than travel, if a similar putting all of her possessions in storage. Her five-month business practices to take advantage of the new system," he situation arose in the future. He'd also take more breaks to The good news for Kaufman is that because of the assignment falls in the category of project work, with a recalls. The original five-month assignment expanded to a discourage burnout, at the risk of reducing his billable money saved by using her friend's spare bedroom, she defined beginning and end, which Worldwide/Cartus says year, at which point he took steps to reduce the strain from hours. Ironically, Johansmeyer's hard work paid off by can fly.out of town on weekends. She started offby is the most frequent reason for a short-term assignment. traveling. infusing capital into the start-up, but two years later, when visiting her parents in San Antonio. Kaufman points out that she took the IT consulting "I moved in my car with my then-fiancee, who's now my the company changed direction, he moved on. He reports assignment for personal reasons. wife, and Sam the fish," he explains. "We moved with just that it's doing well now under the leadership of the man (Dr. Mildred L. Culp is an award-winning journalist. who shared his Omaha apartment.. 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(734) 453-7890 miles, full power] Come see 45K, $15,995. sharp. 63K 6yr, 100K warranty, $259 me! $14,995 DEALER CKEVY TRAILBLAZERS 2006, per montri based on 60 1-80 Q-5 86-3 513 Bob Jeannotte Pontiac SATURN of PLYMOUTH Bill Brown Ford 05, 04, 03 10 to choose (734) 453-7890 months @6.9% (W.A.C.) from, all models, a!l (734) 453-2500 FORD MUSTANG 1966 (734) 522-0030 FORD EXPLORER Powder Blue 2 door, 200 Cl DEALER loaded,from $12,950 MONTE CARLO LS 2005, fully EDDIE BAUER 2000 LINCOLN NAVIGATOR 2007 Engine, auto trans. New 1-800-586-3518 JOHN ROGIN BUICK loaded, very clean! Black, DODGE GRAND CARAVAN Ultimate, 4WD, $39,998. brakes, good tires and bat- 4x4. $195 per month ©8.9 734-525-0900 must see! $13,495 FOCUS SES 2006, SXT 2007, burgundy, 34K, AVIS FORD tery, no rust, 165,000 miles, 36 months. (WAC). 4 DR, $13,998. $16,495. (248) 355-7515 third or fourth owner, DEALER CHRYSLER PT CRUISER 2003 Bill Brown Ford AVIS FORD LIMITED leather, auto, moon- parked/stored trie past 25 Bob Jeannotte Pontiac 1-800-586-3518 MAZDA TRIBUTE S 2006 4X4, (734) 522-0030 (248)355-7515 roof, chrome wheels, $8,950 winters. AM/ FM/ Cassette Leather, 27k, one owner, (734) 453-2500 FORD F150 2003 Super Crew JOHN R0G!N BUICK stereo. $5300. MONTE CARLO SS 2004 Dale FOCUS ZX4 SES 2006, auto, moon,' gray, like new. $16,490 Beverly Hills, 818-324-8700 4x4 Lariat, off road FX4, storm 734-525-0900 Earnhardt Jr, leather, moon- black, extra clean, 30K one FORD FREESTAR LMT roof, loaded $17,950 gray, leather, moon, power SATURN Of PLYMOUTH owner, $11,900.. 2004 FORD EDGE SEL 2007, AWD, (734} 453-7890 JOHN ROGIN BUICK everything, only $15,900. $22,998. SATURN of PLYMOUTH leather & DVD for the kids, 734-525-0900 SATURN of PLYMOUTH AVIS FORD MERCURY MOUNTAINEER (734) 453-7890 $264 per 60months ® SUBURBAN 2001 Super clean (734)453-7890 (248)355-7515 2007, 4WD, $19,998. 5.9%(W.A.C.) 3 seater. $8995 FORD 500 2005, AVIS FORD CENTURY 2000, black, only DEALER FORD F150 2005 FORD ESCAPE LIMITED (248) 355-7515 $283 per mo. based on 60 2005, $14,999. $5,995. Bill Brown Ford ... .HIM 1-800-586-3518 Supercab 4x4, $331 per mo. months @4.9% (W.A.C.) AVIS FORD SUBARU IMPREZZA WRX (734) 522-0030 ....AlfoTpjck-ParSSSsrace based on 60 months @4.9% Bob Jeannotte Pontiac DEALER FORD FREESTAR SEL 2004 (248)355-7515 2006, Sport wagon, pewter, DEALER (734) 453-2500 1-800-586-3518 Certified $236/month 60 only 19k, pristine cond, 4000 Chrysler-Plymouth 1-300 586-3518 FORD ESCAPE XLT 2007, in OEM ad on $17,900 months 4.9% 4 cylinder, auto. $15,998 LACROSS 2006 CX Power FORD 500 SE 2006 DEALER FORD F150 2006 Supercab \ AVIS FORD SATURN of PLYMOUTH everything, remote start, GM PT CRUISER 2007 Touring, $255 per mo. based on 60 certified, full warranty. Must 1-800-586-3518 4x4 long bed, $335 per mo.. (24S) 355-7515 (734) 453-7890 33K, white, $11,995. months @4J% (W.A.C.) Sell! $13,000. 248-909-2664 based on 60 months @4.9% DEALER FORD EXPEDITION EL LIMIT- SUBARU OUTBACK 2006,2.5I, Bob Jeannotte Pontiac GMC SAFARI 2000, 2 tone, (W.A.C.) ED 2B07, all Options,' 4x4, AWD, 27K, auto, extra clean, LACROSSE CXL 2005, loaded, 1-800-586-3518 auto, 7 passenger, $4,495. DEALER (734) 453-2500 $33,998. one owner, black, $17,900. 39k, $14,295. FORD TAURUS SEL 2083 Bob Jeannotte Pontiac 1-800-586-3518 SEBRING LXi 2001, AVIS FORD SATURN of PLYMOUTH 50,000 miles, loaded, very Bob Jeannotte Pontiac Convertible, white, w/tan (734) 453-2500 FORD F150 SUPERCAB (248) 355-7515 clean, still under extended (734) 453-7890 (734) 453-2500 leather, 73k, exc. cond. one warranty, gold, $8000. 2001 FORD EXPEDITION LIMITED HANDICAP VANS - USED. owner $9,980 Call: (313) 929-6366 2006, 4x4, 67K, white, TOYOTA HIGHLANDER 2007 LUCERNE CXL 2006, V-8 BOUGHT & SOLD. MlniS lull 4x4 Budget Priced $197/mo $16,995 V-6, 4x4, moon, alloys, ABS, SATURN of PLYMOUTH FUSION 2006, V-6, leather, size. I come to you. Call 60 mo. @7.9% (W.A.C.) blue, loaded, $19,395. 29K, one owner, silver or red (734) 453-7890 moon, $15,798. Dale anyday, 517-882-7299 DEALER Bob Jeannotte Pontiac $20,990 Bob Jeannotte Pontiac AVIS FORD 1-800-586-3518 (734) 453-2500 (734) 453-2500 (248)355-7515" HONDA ODYSSEY EX 1999, SATURN of PLYMOUTH FORD RANGER 2002 Super extra clean, 120K one owner, FORD EXPLORER 2004 Sport (734) 453-789D FUSION 2007, cab 4x4 off road, dark green, 7K, $15,498. Trac, 1QK, $14,998. MAGNUM SXT 2005 Low exc cond AVIS FORD TOYOTA SEQUOIA 2006 AVIS FORD SATURN of PLYMOUTH Umitec' 4x4, storm gray, miles, loaded, sharp!! Well (248) 355-7515 maintained, only $13,950 (248) 355-7515 leather, hugs moon roof, JBL (734) 453-7890 STS 2DD6 Leather moonroof. JOHN ROGIN BUICK FORD EXPLORER XLT 2QQ6, FUSION SE 2037-6 to choose premium stereo, one owner chrome wheels, navigation. 734-525-1 PONTiAC MONTANA 1999, from. 30 mpg, $13,995 NISSAN EXTERRA XE Rright V-6 4.0. 3rd row showroom 57K. like new. S22.9O0. fully loaded On!y $22,950 Low miles, very clean, vaca- yellow, Extra sharp & clean, condition, 13K one owner, JOHN ROGIN BUICK Bill Brown Ford (734) 282-1700 tion time! $5,495 4x4, only 34K, one owner loaded, $16,400. (734) 453-7890 734-525-0900 (734) 522-0030 Bill Brown Ford $15,890 SATURN of PLYMOUTH Motorcyles/lmnihikes/ SATURN of PLY- CROWN VICTORIA LA 2007, FUSION SEL 2006, tan leather, (734) 522-0030 (734) 453-7890 "It's Ail About Results" Go-Karls Trucks for Sale MOUTH moon, MP3, alloys, ABS, one Observer, & Eccentric AVIS FORD owner 27K, like new, $17,500. PONTIAC MONTANA 2008 (734) 453-7890 GMC ENVOY SLT 2002 Black, HONDA G0LDWING 2002 CHEVY 1500 Z71 20Q6 Only Low miles, 7pass, Quad seats, only $7,995 1-800-5 79-SELL (248) 355-7515 SATURN of PLYMOUTH Less than 10,000 miles. SPORT TRAC 2003-4X4, low CAVALIER 2005 15,000 Miles, VB, auto, well maintained ESCORT 2000 (734) 453-7890 Extra new tires & breaks. Bob Jeannotte Pontiac Auto, air, low miles, dean. loaded, Sharp!! $19,950 JOHN ROGIN BLJIGK miles. $9995 YUKON XL 2006,05,04 SLE, ' Auto, air. Great on gas! $11,000/best offer. JOHNROGINBUICK 734-535-0900 (734) 453-2500 SLT, Denali, All loaded, 8 to $3400 FUSION SEL 2007 Call: (734) 765-5899 Bill Brown Ford TYME AUTO 734-455-5566 734-525-0900 choose, 2.9% finance avail. GMC YUKON 2005,04 8 to TYME AUTO 734-455-5566 Leatiierjoaded $299 per SATURN RELAY 3 2005 Mini (734) 522-0030 JOHN ROGIN BUICK CHEVY S10 2003 Pick up, choose, all loaded, Sharp!! COLBALT LT 2005-Leather, mo.60 months @4.9% van, Great milage, extra clean, 734-525-0900 FOCUS, 2004 2.9% fin, from $15,950 moon, auto, $9995 Auto, air. Immaculate. DEALER black, auto, only $7,995 DVD, Power doors, loaded Sports Utility JOHN ROGIN BUiCK . 1-800-586-3518 Bob Jeannofte Pontiac $14,300 734-525-0900 Bill Brown Ford FRANKLIN 5TH WHEEL 2006 Sports & Imported TYME AUTO 734-455-5566 (734) 453-2500 SATURN of PLYMOUTH BUICK RAINIER 2002 (734) 522-0030 MUSTANG 1998, MUST SELLI 2 bdrm, 3 slide- GMC YUKON SLT 2Q01 4x4, FOCUS 2006 4 to Choose, Low outs, wash/dryer, fully loaded, (734) 453-7890 Burgundy, 33K, Only $11,495 auto, low miles. $139 per CHEVY SILVERADO 2002 sharp! 74K, $13,495. BMW 2001 3 Series. 4 dr. IMPALA 2005, miles ZX4SE's From $11,495 entertainment system. Over Extended cab, 73K, .$10,495. Bob Jeannotte Pontiac month ©10%. (W.A.C) the road or short term use. VOLVO S80 T,5 T 4dr, black Bob Jeannotte Pontiac AVIS FORD AVIS FORD Bill Brown Ford DEALER $21,500/best. 734-777-1514 Bob Jeannotie Pontiac (734) 453-2500 leather, moon, 28-k one (734) 453-2500 (248) 355-7515 (248)355-7515 (734) 522-0030 • 1-800-586-3518 HONDA ATV 2001 250 EX (734) 453-2500 owner, like new $19,890. BUICK RAINIER 2004 4x4, sil- Female owned, DODGE DAKOTA SLT 2006 SATURN of PLYMOUTH ver, only $10,995. $2000/0est offer. Quad Cab, 4x4, loaded, (734) 453-7890 Bob Jeannotte Pontiac Call: (734) 578-8835 Sharp!! E-Z Finance • JOHN ROGIN BUICK (734) 453-2500 Campers/Motor 734-525-0900 BUICK RAINIER 2004 8 to choose from, all leather, Homes/Trailers DODGE RAM 1500 2005 V8, loaded, low miles, from auto, air, short box, E-Z BUICK TERRAZA 2005Van, $13,950 MALLARD LITE 2002 Finance, only $12,950 5th wheel, 24.5 ft. w/hitch, air, JOHN ROGIN BUICK loaded, only $12,495 heat, kitchen slide-out, queen 734-525-0900 Bob Jeannotte Pontiac LJJT^ J >lJtg=A_ L* • I bed. Good cond. Reduced! JOHN ROGIN BUICK $6000. 734-595-4847 FORD F 150 XLT SUPER CAB (734) 453-2500 734-525-0900 2005 5.4 VB, auto, only, BUICK RENDEZVOUS 2006 24,000 miles E450 1999 16' Cubs Van, [When seeking Gold, 3rd seat, only $14,995 2008 TRAILBIAZER Diesel $5,995 out the best JOHNROGINBUICK 734-525-0900 Bob Jeannotte Pontiac deal check out Bill Brown Ford Power windows power locks, tilt, cruise, stereo (734) 453-2500 the Observer FORD F150 2006, 4x4, super- (734) 522-0030 cab XLT. 3 to choose. Lease CD. auto an. locking Diff., sunroof, X-M radio & & Eccentric Classifieds! BUICK RENDEZVOUS 2006, from $199 pl;us tax/mo. I 1-800-579-7355 FORD CLUB WAGON V-6, low miles, $14,998. much more. Stock #3950 $1000 due® signing. 12K/yr, CHATEAU 2001, 7 passenger, AVIS FORD 36 mo lease. MONTANA 3400 vacation ready. $179 per (248] 355-7515 RL 5TH WHEEL 2004 Bill Brown Ford month based on 60 months Excel cond, $33K. Loaded, ©7.9%. (W.A.C.) BUICK RENDEZVOUS CX purchased In 2005 new, non (734) 522-0030 DEALER 2005, 37K, $12,995, Every Car, Every Truck on Sale! smoker, barely used, 4 slides, FORD F150 XLT 2D04 1-800-586-3518 Bob Jeannotte Pontiac ext shower, dual pain win- dows, recilners, day/night Supercab, $216 per mo. FORD E-250 2004, (734) 453-2580 based on 60 months @4,9% shades, awning- toppers, Hy-Top Converstion Van Low BUICK RENDEZVOUS CXL LEASE ME FOR brand NEW washer/ dryer, miles $15,998. MSRP: (W.A.C.) 2006, leather, tan, $17,495. hitch incl, oak cabinets 1-800-586-3518 AViS FORD throughout, tons storage, fire- (248) 355-7515 Bob Jeannotte Pontiac place, sattelite/phone, Ig mas- FORD RANGER S/CAB XLT (734) 453-2500 ter bdrm, sleeper sofa, desk, 2002 Low miles, Full power GMC SAVANA 2005 AC/heat, ceiling fan, fantastic $9,495 CHEVY BLAZER LS 2002 3/4 Ton Ext., 230K Hwy 28,765 fan, central vacuum, AM, FM, 4x4, $6,998. CD, DVD, surround sound, Bill Brown Ford Miles. Exc Cond. $5,500. AVIS FORD must see! Call: 248-852-8408 (734)'522-0030 248-939-0357 (248)355-7515 THINK SPRING, 1999 Like RANGER XLT 2003 'facet Tkice; new! Travel Trailer 25', extras, Ext Cab Astro cap, chrome hitch assembly. Just reduced, wheels, 51,000 miles. $8500 $7,800. 734-673-8465 734-464-8717 39 months №08 '21.624 $239 Due at Signing *" LENDERS CHRYSLER TOWN & COUN- TRY 2005 Limited, one owner, i AVAILABLE NO MONEY DOWN $13,995. FOR EVERY NO TURN DOWN Bob Jeannotte Pontiac Oont let bad credit (734) 453-2500 SITUATION ruin your image! EXTENDED Tyme finances everyonel Cutting Edge Used Lease Programs TYME AUTO 734-455-5566 AVIS Does Call Our 24 Hour Easy HOURS What Others TIL 8PM Credit App Hotline! SAX 10-3 $235 MINIMUM paid on your junk car. Free pickup, CAN'T! 1*734-742-0568 quick cash! 248-579-7488 You're Approved Ask for Roy Mewton WE WANT YOUR CARE For The Auto ANY CONDITION. TOP$$$$ YOU Want (FREE TOWING) 248-335-7480,248-939-6123 GUARANTEED! Call For Details B ROWN Junk Cars Wanted ASK FOR MR. SCOTT 40875 PLYMOUTH RD. MON. A ThLRS. 8.30AV-3PM • TUEfc, Vim., & FBI. &30AM-6PM / B AT NACC-R-Y • Acr-Cb*. F> ov UMSYS ALL AUTOS TOP $$ 30400 PLYMOUTH ROAD •.vv>iy.LaRiC'r Chi w cov WWV,.S*rCHTCL*F ZfZ (.5V 1.866.385.8000® Junked»Wrecked»Running Across from Wonderland • -.rl . •. := •. x.' . - -*iL E & M 248-474-4425 -.i p -:P. -ft -. Evenings 734-717-0428 FORD - LIVONIA - CIO (*) Observer S Eccentric | Sunday, June 1,2008 www.hometownlife.com

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MUSTANG 2003 Convertible, ACCORD SE 2007 4 dr., auto, MAZDA 61 2007 Sport sedan, GRAND PRIX 2006 TIRED OF WALKING? LX, low miles, leather, auto. silver, 35K, factory warranty, loaded, $66 per 60 months We have many cars priced $10,995 only 12K one owner miles. SATURN Of PLYMOUTH loaded, extra clean, spoiler, @6.9%. (W.A.C.) under $2000, most with warranty. Tne other ones Bill Brown Ford (734) 453-7890 315,790. , DEALER SATURN of PLYMOUTH 1-800-586-3518 you wouldn't want! (734) 522-0030 TYME AUTO 734-455-5566 ELEMENT EX 2004 4x4, silver, (734) 453-7890 MUSTANG 2007 Convertible, When seeking black, 32K, only $1B,495. 31K one owner, $15,900. MIATA 2007 Convertible MX5, SATURN Of PLYMOUTH out the best Bob Jeannotte Pontiac auto, black, 9,530 miles, deal check out (734) 453-2500 (734) 453-7890 loaded, almost new, $17,900. the Observer Twice SATURN of PLYMOUTH j & Eccentric Classifieds! Are MUSTANG 2007 Convertible, HONDA CIVIC 1997 5 speed, extra clean! $3850 (734) 453-7890 I. 1-800-579-7355 bright red, 22K one owner, like TYME AUTO 734-455-5566 each new, auto, loaded, $18,900. RX8 2005, 29K, 5 speed, GRAND PRIX 2007, 06, OS, $16,998. 04 All modeis, SE, GT, GTE, you SATURN of PLYMOUTH HONDA CRV 2000 Wagon, AVIS FORD low miles. $8995 all loaded, EZ Finance, From (734) 453-7890 (248) 355-7515 S11 950 week, your MUSTANG 2007 Convertibles, Bill Brown Ford ' JOHN ROGIN BUICK 734-525-0900 7 to choose, low miles, from (734) 522-0030 hometown Our new $299/mo. 36 mo. w/approyed GRAND PRIX 2007 sedan, credit. $1000 due ©signing. white, 33K, $14,495. 12000 miles/yr. GRAND MARQUIS LS 2003, need $215 per mo. based on 60 Bob Jeannotte Pontiac classifieds Bill Brown Ford months @4.9% (W.A.C.) (734) 453-2500 (734) 522-0030 SONATA SE 2007 Gray, 38K, DEALER business hours are one owner, V6, auto, loaded, 1-800-536-351S GRAND PRIX GXP 2005, V-8, of a bring MUSTANG CONVERTIBLE Like new $13,240. loaded w/equfp, $15,995. GRAND MARQUIS LS 2007, 2007 white, only 15K $18,995 SATURN of PLYMOUTH Bob Jeannotte Pontiac Monday - Friday Bob Jeannotte Pontiac $15,998. (734) 453-7890 AVIS FORD (734) 453-2500 (734) 453-2500 (248) 355-7515 XG350 2004 -Leather, moon, GRAND PRIX GXP 2006, V-8, 8:30 a.m. to 5s< MUSTANG GT 2003 auto, 24,000 miles. Only SABLE 2008 black on black, loaded, iike Convertible, very low miles, $10,595 Premier, $18,998. new, new tires, one owner, A Triple Black, garage kept AVIS FORD Steal $16,900. since new! Only $99 down. Bill Brown Ford (248)355-7515 Call to reserve your TYME AUTO 734-455-5566 SATURN of PLYMOUTH of smart (734) 522-0030 (734) 453-7890 MUSTANG GT 2006. Convertible, 14K. $22,998 GRAND PRIX GXP 2008, V-8, buyers classified advertising AVIS FORD white, loaded, $20,995. (248) 355-7515 ALERO 2002, 4 dr. black,4cyl, auto, air $ 6,995. Bob Jeannotte Pontiac GRAND CHEROKEE 2006. MUSTANG LX 2006 Gray, (734) 453-2500 and sellers leather, 28K $15,995 2G05 6 To choose from, ALL Bob Jeannotte Pontiac models, all loaded, sharp!! (734) 453-2500 SOLSTICE CONVERTIBLE 1-800-579-7355. Bill Brown Ford Save from $14,950 ' 2008, Black, 5 speed, only JOHN ROGIN 8UICK just like (734) 522-0030 INTRIGUE GLS 1996 Only 7901 low one owner miles 734-525-0900 76K, Extra clean. $6,650 MUSTANG LX 2006 Leather, Extra Clean! $18,900 THE auto, 28,000 miles. $16,995 LIBERTY SPORT 2006, SATURN Of PLYMOUTH SATURN of PLYMOUTH you. You Bill Brown Ford 4x4, $289 per mo, based on (734) 453-7890 (734) 453-7890 60 months @6.9% (W.A.C) RIO 2007 (734) 522-0030 DEALER can rely 4000 miles Look in The TAURUS GL. 1996 1-800-586-3513 Air, auto, AM/FM cassette, ION'S 2003-2007, 9 to exc. cond. $2,600/ best. WRANGLER UNLIMITED TYME AUTO 734-455-5566 Observer & on your choose. Starting at $7,970. NEWSPAPERS 248-667-1088 2005, LWB, hard top, air, 39K, Call for details. TAURUS SE 2006, silver, one owner trade, like Eccentric HOIVIETOWNL1FE.CCMVI new, $14,900. SATURN Of PLYMOUTH Observer 10 to choose, certified. SATURN of PLYMOUTH (734) 453-7890 $195 per mo. based on 60 BONNEVILLE SLE 2004, Classifieds for (734) 453-7890 months ©4.9% (W.A.C) Pearl White, leather one SATURN VUE 2002 & DEALER owner $8,995. $167/mo 60 mo @8 9% a great deal! 1-800-586-3518 Bob Jeannotte Pontiac (WAC) TAURUS SEL 2007, 36 mo. (734) 453-2500 DEALER Eccentric lease, from $229/mo, 12K/yr 1-800-586-3518 TOWN CAR 1989, $970 due ©signing. G-6 GT 2005 Moon & more 53K, $6,998. only $13,995 classifieds Bill Brown Ford AVIS FORD (248) 355-7515 Bob Jeannotte Ponttac (734) 522-0030 (734) 453-2500 COROLLA 1999 TAURUS SEL 2007- red, Stk# TOWN CAR 2002, to earn 6381 u $10,995 50k, $11,998 G62D05 8 to choose all mod Auto, air, $169 monthly AVIS FORD els, all loaded, sun-moonroof @8 9%(WAC] It's all about Bill Brown Ford (248) 355-7515 EZ Finance, from $11 950 DEALER money (734) 522-0030 JOHN ROGIN BUICK 1-800-580-3518 RESULTS! 734-525-0900 TAURUS SES 2003, Alloys, Find us on the moonroot, 47K, one owner, G6 2005, V-6, auto gray Autos Over $2000 and save white like new, $8,890 moon, $13,995. internet at MAZDA 3 2008, Bob Jeannotte Pontiac SATURN o! PLYMOUTH $15,998 www.howtouwl$e,com money! (734) 453-7890 AVIS FORD | LOOKING FOR GAS (248) 355-7515 1 SAVERS UNDER $6000? TAURUS SES 2003 Moonroof, GRAND PRIX 2005 4 dr black 1 We have Volvo Kia Call us at: low miles $9,995. MAZDA 5 2007 Sport auto, air, alloys, $13 495 1 Contours Escort Maz- Bob Jeannotte Pontiac 1 da Hondas & yior« 800-579-SELL AVIS FORD lTime<\>734 455 *5№ (734) 522-0030 (248) 355-7515 (7355)

5 speed auto 2.3LDuratecX-4eng.,4 3,5LV6Durateceng,6 transmission, 2.3L 14 spd auto trans, 6 CD/ speed automatic engine, P205/60R16 all MP3, moon & tune, sat. transmission, season tires, interior trim radio, P235/70R16 tires, fog lamps, message metal auto pkg, 16" power moonroof, roof center, side air curtain aluminum wheels, rack w/crossbars & wood trim, leather SYNC media gateway more. Stock #81810 and more. module. Stock #81850 Stock #81833

Per Per Per Mo. Mo. Mo. $1202 $1231 $1311 due at due at due at signing signing signing

3.5LV6 engine, auto O/D 6 speed automatic 4.0LSOHCV6 engine, 5 spd transmission, 20" chrome- transmisslon,3.5LV6 automatic O/D trans, 6,180 Ib, clad alum wheels, P245/ Duratec engine, P215/ GVW, P245/65R17 BSW AT tires, 6OR17BSWtires. fir mats, color key carpet, 17" 50x20 BSW A/S tires, Sirius satelit© radio with machined alum wheels, auto adalptive headlamps, 6 mos. service. lamp head lamps, keyless entry power litigate, more. Stock #81654 w/keypad, 3rd row pkg, running Stock #81723 boards, much more. Stock #81589

Per Per Mo. Mo. Mo. $1,244 $1317 $1,379 due at due at due at signing signing signing

jackDemmer Lincoln Mercury LINCOLN MERCURY

*Ptus tax, title, license and plates. Afl applicable factory rebates included In price. MOUNTAINEER INCLUDES OWNER LOYALTY, All leases are 10,500 miles/yr. With approved credit. +See Jack Dsmrner Lincoln Mercury for complete details -A Plan Purchase and Leases. Alt offers subject to change due to early print deadlines. Sale ends Monday, June 2nd. Security Deposit waived.