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fatal car BYDARRELLCLEM Kroll saidL It wasn't known Friday OBSERVER STAFF WRITER , whether the others might face charges, Kroll said. A 15-year-old Redford boy is The Mercedes belonged to an facing multiple felony charges fol­ Ann Arbor resident, but it wasn't lowing allegations he drove illegal­ clear whether the teen had ties to ly and caused a three-vehicle acci­ the owner. dent early Tuesday in Westland "The vehicle had been taken that left a Walled Lake man dead. without the owner's permission," The boy is in custody ofjuve ­ Lessnau said. nile authorities as he awaits a The teen has been turned over court hearing Tuesday that could to Wayne County juvenile authori­ determine whether he should be ties. charged as an adult, Westland Charges are expected to pile Police Officer Tom Lessnau said up following Nzaro's death. Kroll Friday. already had indicated that the The accident happened about teen driver could potentially face 12:49 a.m. Tuesday at Merriman charges such as fleeing and elud­ TOM HAWLEYI STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER and Warren roads, on Westland's ing second offense; operating Lincoln Elementary fourth-grade teacher Laura Gutt holds up a couple of items received by from Office Max as part of its "A Day Made Better" northeast side, One victim, 35- under the influence of a controlled program. Presenting her with the items for her classroom are Kris Roe (from left), manager Ken Schaal and assistant manager Travis Myer of the year-old NdalimaYussufNzaro of substance; failing to stop following Canton Office Max store. Walled Lake, suffered severe head the accident; receiving and con- injuries and died Thursday eve­ cealing stolen property; unlawful ning at the University of Michigan driving away of the vehicle; and Lincoln Elementary teacher wins supplies from OfficeMax Hospital, where he had been air­ having no operator's license. lifted from Garden City Hospital. However, police said the exact to conduct "A Day Made Better" to The three-vehicle crash hap­ charges may not be known until OBSERVER STAfF WRITER Gutt, who has been a fourth-grade support teachers and generate pub*- pened when the E.edford teen, early in the week. teacher at Lincoln for 11 years, lie awareness to end teacher-funded with police in pursuit, lost control Nzaro was initially taken to It was truly "A Day Made Better" received a new desk chair and a box classrooms. of a silver Mercedes while driving Garden City Hospital and then for Laura Gutt, a teacher at Lincoln filled with school supplies during a "Our 'A Day Made Better' cam­ at a high rate of speed on east- airlifted to U-M Hospital, where Elementary School. surprise assembly earlier this month. paign has one message: it's time to bound Warren, police Sgt. Ron he had been placed on life support "I'm shocked, I'm so excited, I truly She was nominated for the honor by act together so that our teachers can Kroll said. The teen lost control of until Thursday evening. The 15- am," said Gutt, who was among 1,300 Principal Jennifer Munson. focus on educating our children with­ the car and slammed into a Honda year-old Redford driver was cap­ teachers across the country selected "Laura is one of the most solid, out worrying about where their class­ Accord and a Ford Van that had tured at the scene following a brief by OfficeMax to receive $1,000 conscientious teachers I know, not to room supplies will come from," said stopped at a red light on south­ foot chase, police have said. worth of classroom supplies. "I never mention that she doesn't like to get Bob Thacker, OfficeMax senior vice bound Merriman, Kroll said. Kroll has said that police don't thought this would happen, I had no much credit for everything she does," president for marketing. Nzaro, a custodian on his way to believe alcohol was a factor in the clue." Munson said. .OfficeMax stages "A Day Made work at an unknown location, was crash, although he said the teen "Our slogan is to try and erase According to the a 2005 National Better" in partnership with the in the Honda when it was struck could be facing charges of operat­ teacher-funded classrooms," said Education Association survey, teach­ nonprofit Adopt-A-Classroom by the Mercedes, which police had ing under the influence of a con­ Travis Myer, assistant manager of the ers on average spend $1,200 out of organization. Each year, on Oct. 1, pursued from the Wayne-Warren trolled substance. No other details Canton OfficeMax store. "We want their pockets for necessary class­ OfficeMax employees surprise and area, Kroll said. were immediately available. teachers to come to school and learn room supplies. The survey prompted The teen had no license and was with students and not spend money OfficeMax to mobilize its employees Please see SURPRISE, A3 accompanied by three other teens, [email protected] I (734) 953-2110 years in A year after Westland city mately revitalize Norwayne." Dorsey east of Venoy, will officials and residents led On the cleanup day, resi­ serve as the main staging child pornography a sweeping change in the dents may dispose of trash area. Residents may go there Norwayne area by round­ and debris, furniture, and if they have items that are BY DARRELLCLEM Sydney, Australia, began coop­ "This (latest) crime involves ing up more than 99 tons of appliances. Workers from too heavy to lift. The city's OBSERVER STAFF WRITER . erating with Australian federal the trading or distribution of debris, Mayor William Wild the Westland Department towing company, Westland authorities. The investigation images depicting the sexual has announced a second of Public Service will be on Car Care, will be on hand to A Westland convicted sex led to accusations that Bendele assault, molestation and vio­ annual community cleanup hand With pickup trucks, haul away junk or unwanted offender will spend nearly used a computer file-sharing lent physical abuse of chil­ effort in the same neighbor­ and the city's trash hauler, vehicles, but people seeking 20 years in prison for using a program to distribute child dren," Berg said in a prepared hood. Midwest Sanitation, will help must have vehicle titles. computer to distribute por­ pornographic images and statement. "The distribution The effort, scheduled for provide about 30 Dumpsters Norwayne, built during nographic images of children discuss sexual assault of chil­ of such images fuels, motivates 9 a.m. to 4 p.m. Saturday, that will be placed through­ the World War II period, ages 4 to 9 being sexually dren with others online, Berg and rewards those who engage Nov. 1, is intended to rid out the Norwayne area to includes low- to moder­ assaulted by adults, federal announced. in the sexual exploitation of neighborhood yards, par­ collect refuse. ate-income households, and authorities announced. Detroit-based FBI agents children in order to produce ticularly those of foreclosed The neighborhood is city officials say signs of a Sean Dennis Bendele, 45, in December 2007 secured a such images." and vacant properties, of situated in an area bounded rebirth are evident due to was sentenced earlier this search warrant for Bendele's Berg also said his office will unwanted and discarded by Merriman, Palmer, outside housing investors month in U.S. District Court in home and seized a laptop continue to pursue suspects items both large and small. Wildwood and Glenwood. who have begun renovating Detroit after he pleaded guilty computer and CDs containing who try to expand the market Wild has asked for volun­ Volunteers may dispose some of the older duplexes. todlild pornography distri­ what authorities described as for online child pornography, teers to help. of rubbish at locations In some cases, they are being bution and being a prior con­ hundreds of child pornograph­ adding that Bendele's sen­ "The Norwayne area is including Jefferson-Barns replaced by new single-fam­ victed felon in possession of a ic movies and images. Police tence by federal Judge Robert Westland's hardest hit area Elementary School, 32150 ily homes. handgun, said Terrence Berg, also found three rifles and a Cleland "sends a message to in terms of foreclosed and Dorsey, for residents who live Volunteers need only to acting U.S. attorney for the pistol. those who are convicted of vacant properties," he said east of Venoy, and Lincoln arrive on site by 8:30 a.m. at Eastern District of Michigan. Authorities determined that exploiting children that they in a prepared statement. Elementary School, 33800 any of the staging areas. For Allegations against Bendele Bendele also had been convict­ will receive significant punish­ "We are again calling on vol­ Grand Traverse, for residents more information, call the surfaced in September 2007, ed of a sexual assault in 1992, ment." unteers to collectively help who live west of venoy. city's public service depart­ when a suspect arrested in long before the latest allega­ make a difference and ulti­ The Dorsey Center, on ment at (734) 728-1770. an undercover operation in tions surfaced. [email protected] I (734) 953-2110

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BYDARRELLCLEM Mary Alice Teague is facing Trzybinski said. The wounded victim man­ pening, Trzybinski said. ? Thad Nelson, the couple had OBSERVER STAFF WRITER trial after 64-year-old L.C. "The bullet is still in him," aged to wrestle the gun from Teague could face penalties separated and L.C. Teague Teague testified in Westland the detective said. the defendant, and he fled ranging up to life in prison had gone to the apartment to , A 65-year-old Westland 18th District Court that she Testimony in front of visit­ the apartment, Trzybinski if she's convicted of assault see Mary Alice Teague when woman was ordered Thursday shot him with a weapon that ing Judge Bryan Levy also said. However, Mary Alice with intent to murder, assault he was shot. to stand trial in Wayne police described as a .22- indicated that Mary Alice Teague is accused of follow­ with intent to do great "He claimed he was sitting County Circuit Court on caliber revolver. One bullet Teague had gone to Firearm ing him and assaulting him bodily harm, felony firearm, on the couch when she pulled charges she tried to kill her pierced the left side of his Exchange, a gun shop on with a metal chair, Trzybinski and two counts of felonious the gun out and shot him," estranged husband by shoot­ face and lodged in his neck. Wayne Road north of Palmer, said. assault. A not-guilty plea has Nelson said. ing him in the face during a Although the victim has to buy ammunition prior to The incident ended when been placed on record for her, The defendant has no crim­ domestic dispute at Parkcrest been released from a hospital, the snooting that occurred a Westland police officer and she remains jailed in lieu inal history, Nelson said. Apartments, on Warren east he will face further medical around 10 a.m. Tuesday, Oct. driving by on Warren Road of a $50,000 cash bond. of Newburgh. procedures, police Sgt. Jeff 7. noticed the dispute was hap­ According to police Sgt. dclemdhometownlife.com I (734) 953-2110

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BYDARRELLCLEM a statement Friday indicating Vice President Skip Monit, OBSERVER STAFF WRITER that school officials and Wayne- Treasurer Steve Becher and Westland Education Association Trustee Ed Turner — all of After weeks of public bicker­ leaders will tone down what has whom are targeted by a recall ing over contract talks, Wayne- been said publicly. campaign. Westland school officials and "With the assistance of "This restriction will not teacher union leaders have administrative law Judge Doyle apply to any board members agreed to hushed negotiations O'Connor, the Wayne-Westland against whom a recall petition as the two sides continue to try Community Schools and the has been filed," Sherman said. to reach a settlement. Wayne-Westland Education "The district and the associa­ The latest development fol­ Association have mutually tion will continue to bargain in lows a four-day work stoppage agreed it would be in the best good faith toward a successor >*\ earlier this month by teach­ interest of district students if agreement." ers upset over issues such as , they refrained from any further WWEA officials couldn't class sizes and health insur­ comment on collective bargain­ be reached Friday afternoon, ance. It also comes after the ing until the fact-finder issues although Sherman said the tf 1. two sides appeared in recent his report, currently scheduled statement she issued had been days before administrative law for sometime in early January cleared with union leaders Judge Doyle O'Connor of the 2009" before it was released. Michigan Employee Relations However, the agreement The two sides have negoti­ Commission. apparently will not restrict ated since the last contract Charlotte Sherman, the comments from Wayne- expired in late August. district's deputy superintendent Westland school board [email protected] j (734) 953-2110 v for educational services, issued President Martha Pitsenbarger, ftfS PHOTOS BY TOM HAWLEYI STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER AROUND WESTLAND Garden City Hospital Dr. Dominic Garqiulo purchases the ribs that were served as part of the MASH fund-raiser theme, dietary assistant Janice Maier is wearing one the T-shirts that can be purchased. Play Planet Center on Marquette, west of Wayne Road in Westland. Volunteers still are needed to Culinary students will help build Play Planet, a sprawl­ for m expantW version of be serving up a Harvest ing play structure planned for ' Around Westland, visit otir online Celebration/pig roast on Oct. theme Tattan Park southwest of Ford eoltioirat homstowniife.com artel 22, followed by an Autumn Fest and Carlson, near Westland click on.tfis tte&dand fcome page. on Oct. 29. In November, there City Hall. The build dates are 9 will be a Thanksgiving buffet a.m. to 5 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. on Nov. 12 and a wild game 22, through Friday, Oct. 24, and annual Voice of Democracy buffet on Nov. 19, followed by 9 a.m. to 1 p.m. Saturday, Oct. audio script writing contest and Caribbean Nights on Dec. 3, 25. To help, call (734) 722-7620. the Patriot's Pen Youth Essay Christmas Wassail on Dec. 10 Contest. and Chefs Table on Jan. 7. BY LEANNEROGERS Tt»^r| The Voice of Democracy Seating is limited for the buf­ '^SERVFR STAFF WRiTFS DuMouchelle's Galleries and audio/essay contest is open fet which is open 4:45-6:15 p.m. the Westland Historic Village to all students in grades nine The cost is $10 per person. For Boots, Army drab or other Park will host an antique through 12. The Patriot's Pen more information, call (734) military uniforms will be the appraisal clinic 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. essay contest is open to all stu­ 419-2100. dress of the day as Garden City Saturday, Nov. 1, at senior citi­ dents in grades 6-8. Hospital's annual fall fund­ zen Friendship Center, 1119 N. Students are encouraged to College Night raiser takes on a MASH theme Newburgh, south of Ford. Verbal express their patriotism while The Wayne County Community Friday. appraisals will be given for $10 competing for awards. Prizes College District is hosting a Plan The event is taking its inspi­ an item, with a maximum limit are awarded for winners at the Your Future @ College Night, ration from the television show of three items for each person. post, district, state and national 6:30-8 p.m. Monday, Oct. 20, and also as a salute to the U.S. Items must be brought to the levels. For more details, call at its Western Campus, 9555 military, said Joyce Pappas, Friendship Center, and apprais­ Helen Versele at (734) 522-4774 Haggerty, Belleville. a hospital board member als will be by appointment by or send an e-mail to helen- College Night provides an who chairs the Garden City s calling (734) 522-3918. Walk- [email protected]. opportunity for students, their Hospital Foundation board. *ft ins will be accepted at the end parents, family and friends to More than 600 people are of the scheduled appraisals. They're back! explore the educational oppor­ expected to attend the $75-per- Circle Oct. 22 on your calen­ tunities that are available at ticket fund-raiser which begins VFW contest dar. That's when the Wednesday more than 30 colleges and uni­ at 6:30 p.m. Friday at Laurel ^ Veterans of Foreign Wars themed dinner buffets return to versities. Manor in Livonia. There will Garden City Hospital staff were treated to a MASH cafeteria theme to Post 7575 and its Ladies Cafe Marquette at the William This event is open to the pub­ be food stations, a silent auc­ promote their fund-raiser, above under the tent to get their condiments for Auxiliary are sponsoring the D. Ford Career Technical lic at no cost. For more informa­ tion and music by Sunset their lunch. tion, call (734) 697-5181. Boulevard. "I don't know a lot of specif­ "We're at 600 people and the suites were opened in August. Spaghetti dinner ics. We have a committee that mail is still coming in. We are "It's a great facility and we The monthly spaghetti din­ does the event and they like to very fortunate and appreci­ have very dedicated people ner is back at the Dyer Senior keep a lot of surprises," Pappas ate the loyalty to the hospital, who work there," she said. WHERE HOMETOWN STORIES UNFOLD Center in Westland. Enjoy said. especially in this economy" "You don't realize that until H0MET0WNLIFE.COM spaghetti, salad and desert for MASH-themed meals and Pappas said. "We get tremen­ you need care. It truly is a $6 as well as entertainment. T-shirts promoting the event dous support from the medical family there and they make Dinner is being served 4-7 were sold in the hospital caf­ staff, the employees and the you feel that way if you use the p.m. Friday, Oct. 24. The Dyer eteria last week to support the community. It's very gratify- facility." Home Delivery/Customer Service 1-866-88-PAPER (866-887-2737) Center is at 36745 Marquette, upcoming event. ing." Tickets for the fall fund-rais­ east of Newburgh, in Westland. This is the 17th annual fall Money raised at the event er are available by calling (734) Newsroom (734)953-2104 Fax (734)591-7279 For more information, call (734) fund-raiser for the hospital — will be used for clinical equip­ 458-4331. Sports Nightllne (734)953-2104 419-2020. The center also has events which have had a variety ment purchases. Pappas noted Classified Advertising 1-800-579-SELL (7355) bingo at 1 p.m, Wednesdays. of themes over the years. the hospital's new surgical [email protected] | (734) 953-2103 Display Advertising (734)582-8363

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BY LEANNE ROGERS ing three on 1600 WAAM in Ann Arbor. month. learned about appliance repair Commerce, Gagnon began OBSERVER STAFF WRITER articles for The "They said they had been fol­ "At one time, I couldn't speak through a correspondence talking about appliances on World Book lowing my newspaper articles English and now I'm in The course in 1958. At the time he the radio 25 years ago with If you want to know Encyclopedia. for a year." World Book Encyclopedia," was in Nova Scotia playing programs on WCAR in Garden something about a washing "They got The three articles writ­ said Gagnon, who grew up senior hockey for the Toronto City and WAAM. In the inter­ machine, a dryer or dishwash­ a hold of me ten by Gagnon — on washing speaking French in his native Maple Leafs which he said vening years, Gagnon has spent er, ask an expert. \ r. through the machines, clothes dryers and Canada. "This is quite a privi­ didn't pay well. time on radio stations WJR, That's how the Appliance radio station — dishwashers — are included lege and an honor. I'm very "I fixed appliances for the WXYT/WWJ and next month Doctor Joe Gagnon, an I thought they in the online version of The excited at being included." opposing teams," said Gagnon, will begin a show on WDTK Observer £2 Eccentric Joe Gagnon were kidding," World Book Encyclopedia cur­ The owner of Carmack a Northville resident. Salem Broadcasting. Newspapers columnist and said Gagnon, rently and will also appear in Appliance in Garden City from A former president of the radio host, ended up writ­ who currently has a radio show the printed edition later this 1979-97, Gagnon said he first Garden City Chamber of [email protected] | (734) 953-2103

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BYALEXLUNDBERG combat "hundreds or thou­ experiences OBSERVER STAFF WRITER sands of diseases." Without the research, she said, no one is BY ALEX LUNPBERG F1- 3J A 19-year-old Livonia being saved or helped. OBSERVER STAFF WRITER woman paralyzed in a high "Currently, those embryos 14 school sports accident is the are being thrown away," A former soldier who direct­ centerpiece of a new ad urg- Jackson said. "This is a pro-life ed the big guns during WWII 4 ingthe passage of Proposal 2 stance. Proposal 2 gives hope to will visit Livonia next month which would expand the avail­ ill people." to tell his story and promote Aa AuiUotif roiwaid Obsfsver in WWEi ability of embryonic stem cells Dave Doyle is the spokesman the book he wrote about his for use in experiments. for MICAUSE, the organiza­ experiences. William Hanford, Laura Jackson is taking her tion that is opposing Prop 2. He 87 of Howell, will appear at 7 plea to the citizens of Michigan said the slogan, "Prop 2 goes p.m. on Monday, Nov. 3, at the directly by starring in a politi­ too far" is apt because it will tie Livonia Civic Center Library cal advertisement, paid forb y the legislature's hands forever. for a book signing and discus­ pro-Prop 2 advocacy group "Whether people vote yes sion of his newly-published Cure Michigan, that went into or no, embryonic stem cell work, "Dangerous Assignment: rotation Friday night. research will continue to be An Artillery Forward Observer "Proposal 2 is important to legal in Michigan," he said. "But in WWII." Michigan and to people with if you vote yes, it will take off all Hanford decided to write illnesses and disabilities," she regulations and have the state a book about his experiences said in her parents' Livonia constitution say the practice in WWII more than 20 years home. "Our first priority is to will never be regulated or dis­ ago and eventually penned a Recently, a man came and help the sick and this will give couraged. It goes too far." novel based on his time as an gave a presentation on the them a chance to have a normal He uses a line of thinking artillery forward observer. The newly-uncovered Confederate life." first espoused by Kalamazoo former Livonia Public Schools submarine, the CSS Hunley She said she had 14 years of a State Sen. Tom George, an art teacher tried shopping the and Katafiasz himself has normal life before breaking her anesthesiologist, who said book out to agents for a while held court on a maritime neck and becoming paralyzed enough isn't known about any­ (and getting nowhere) and then disaster. It was the drive to in a cheerleading accident. thing when it's first debuted. started thinking about whether bring these people to the Many children born with More than 50 years ago the it was a good idea or not. library that connected them congenital defects and genetic first kidney transplants were Not about whether to write with Hanford. diseases don't get a window performed and everyone was a book or not, the decision was "We were supposed to have of normalcy. Allowing the happy about that. Now there about what kind of book to a WWII re-enactor come in, research, pursuing the cures, are laws that prevent sales write. someone who would depict she said, gives a chance at a of organs, a law that calls for "I kept getting turned down a bomber pilot, but he had a normal life to people who cur­ HIV tests on donated organs and in the mid-90s, I discov­ scheduling conflict," Katafiasz rently have no hope for that. and even laws pertaining to ered memoirs were selling William Hanford, a former art teacher in the Livonia Public Schools, will said. "Hanford had called a few What the proposal does, situations where children may well," Hanford said. "So I went promote his first book, "A Dangerous Assignment," at 7 p.m. on Monday, days earlier wanting to speak she said, is open the door to donate — all issues that weren't through the book, knocked Nov. 3, at the Livonia Civic Center Library as part of the "History Lives at the in Livonia, so we got him in. It research. Chemotherapy and considered when the research all of the fiction out of the Library" informational program. was like kismet." transplant technique were first took place. book, and found a publisher, Hanford lived in Westland results of the research process "If Prop 2 passes, we'll never Stackpole Books." hit the back of their lines. like his fit nicely with the for nine years before moving and embryonic stem cells could be able to say anything about The book follows Hanford During this time, his unit and library's programs. to Livonia where he lived for , provide the key to helping to any stem cell research," he said. and his unit from their land­ the battalion he was accom­ "We started a new series, 11. He taught in several of the ing in the south of France in panying was subject to small History Lives at the Library, Livonia Public Schools over 16 1944 to their incursions into arms fire from the very ene­ where we find people with a years. 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Each class Though reading is often thought members, coworkers or a church includes: or stroke as well as to their family will combine a variety of equipment, of as a solitary activity, the dis­ or social group, stop by the and friends. The club meets every including free weights, medicine cussions that follow an especially library and come together with Monday, Oct. 20 third Tuesday of the month to listen balls, balance balls, and Therabands captivating read certainly aren't. others of similar interests. Exercise Express 12:30 p.m. to various presentations and to in order to isolate and tone each of Thanks to the Women's Book group members of all Thirty minutes of exercise includ­ promote interaction between people the major muscle groups. Fee is $30 National Book Association, ages are encouraged to share how ing cardio, strength training and who have something in common. per month. For more information, October has been designated their group was started, some stretching. Exercise at your own This free group is held in Garden call (734) 458-3242. National Reading Group Month popular - and not so popular — comfort level. Get in, get out and City Hospital's Rehabilitation Unit Diabetes Self-Management - celebrating the joy of shared selections, how titles are selected get on with your day. Fee is $30 per dining room. For more information, Education (first of four classes) at reading. and anything else you would month or a $5 drop-in fee. Call (734) please call (734) 458-4392, 6:30 p.m. This comprehensive series According to WNBA national online for the new or seasoned like to share. And as every book 458-3242 for more information. is planned to help people Live Well president Joan Gelfand, "Reading book group participant. Try group participant can expect, Wednesday, Oct. 22 With Diabetes. Participants learn groups are to the literary world Book Clubs Resources, www. light refreshments will be served. 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Physician They encourage discourse in a ing a group, book lists, discus­ would love to have you, because the perfect compliment to your diet get on with your day. Fee is $30 per referral is required. There is a fee, culture where rnost communica­ sion questions, and much more. when all is said and done, it program. These classes will help you month or a $5 drop-in fee. Call (734) but reimbursement is available by tion is by text message." Another great resource is Book really is the discussion that if s all to make an easy transition back to 458-3242 for more information Medicare, Medicaid and most com­ In addition to nurturing a Browse: your guide to excep­ about. By the way, what did you an exercise program or heip you to CPAP and BIPAP Mask Fitting mercial insurance plans. Call (734) love of reading, book groups can tional books www.readinggroup- think of the The White Tiger?.... get started for the first time. 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Visit the Sleep strength and flexibility for both the and styles. Whether you're a to your next meeting. p.m. or westlandland.lib.mi. is planned to heip people Live Well Disorders Center of Michigan, 35600 body and mind. This four-week ses­ child, teen or adult, there is a Activities are planned around - Marilyn Kwik With Diabetes. Participants learn Central City Parkway, Suite 103, sion is $32. book group available for you. the county throughout the month self-care skills of nutrition, exercise, Westland, 5-6 p.m. any Wednesday Whether you can commit to a to promote the value and impor­ HIGHLIGHTED ACTIVITIES medication management, monitor­ for a free mask fitting clinic. No Friday, Oct. 24 monthly meeting or prefer to tance of reading groups and the Save Money by Saving Energy, ing of blood sugar levels, foot and appointment is needed. 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Fee is $30 per Several sources are offered meet others who enjoy the shared Children, 1 p.m. Nov. 8. mercial insurance plans. Calf (734) ia, bulimia, and compulsive and month or a $5 "drop-in fee. Cali (734) 458-3481 for more information or to binge eating disorders. Both males 458-3242 for more information. register. and females are invited to attend. Strength and Stretch at 2 p.m. This meeting is held in the Garden Veterans invited to see free movie This is a non-aerobic exercise class City Hospital Auditorium. Call (734) DAILY PROGRAMS designed to heip you strengthen 458-4330 for more information. Garden City Hospital's Health Those who have served in Anderson said. "It is terrific In addition to the free and define your muscles, as weil as Enhancement Center offers the military can relax and that the community can come screening, concessions increase your flexibility. Each class Thursday, Oct. 23 daily programs Monday through enjoy a free movie on Veterans together to offer a small token will be provided free of will combine a variety of equipment, Get Up and Move at ? a.m., 3 and Friday in Phase fl and III Cardiac Day Tuesday, Nov. 11. of appreciation to those men charge courtesy of AMC including free weights, medicine 4 p.m. This is an invigorating exer­ Rehabilitation/Cardiac Wellness, a State Sen. Glenn Anderson and women whom have sacri­ Theaters of Livonia. Tickets balls, balance balls, and Therabands cise program is designed to help Peripheral Vascular Disease Exercise (D-Westland) and AMC ficed so very much. I hope this are limited and will be in order to isolate and tone each of you get up and get moving, and is and Strength Training Program, Theaters of Livonia are host­ can be the beginning of a new required for admission. the major muscle groups. Fee is $30 the perfect compliment to yourdiet and a Diabetes Exercise Program. ing a free screening of Flags of tradition to honor our area Veterans may request their per month. For more information, program. These classes will help you These classes are presented and Our Fathers, a film directed veterans." free tickets by contacting call (734) 458-3242. to make an easy transition back to monitored by certified exercise by Clint Eastwood. The movie will be shown Anderson's office by e-mail Yoga (third of four classes) at an exercise program or help you to physiologists. Contact the Health "On this day we celebrate at 3 p.m. on Veteran's Day, at Senator Anderson© senate. 4 p.m. Learn how to relax, stretch get started for the first time. Fee is Enhancement Center at (734) 458- the tremendous efforts made Tuesday, Nov. 11. The Livonia mi.gov or toll free by phone at and breathe while creating balance, $30 per month. 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BY KURT KUBAN to use on local parks projects. projects would have to approved been critical of the way the OBSERVER STAFF WRITER The 0.25-mill tax, which vot­ by the county. They wouldn't be millage funds have been spent. ers first authorized in 1996 and able to use it for maintenance, For example, Canton Township e have renewed twice since, gen­ however. Supervisor Tom Yack has said \faif miHyiJr'om the Ow/incugf The Wayne County 3 Commission will hold a public erated more than $13 million "The municipalities know best many communities like Canton ...infa the' &xfy*aotH/inatgj? hearing Tuesday in Canton to for the county parks system in what their needs are, and they have been donor communities, Thursday, October 23, 2008 5:30-7:30 pm discuss its proposal to return 2007. can figure that out," McNamara which don't see a return on their Presentations every 15 minutes starting at 6 pm a portion of the county's parks According to McNamara, a said. "This ordinance will investment. McNamara said the Raffle drawing after each presentation millage back to the local com­ Canton Democrat, the county no remove politics from the process new ordinance would address Light refreshments available munities. The Commission's longer needs the entire millage and provide for a fairer and those criticisms. Agents available for consultation and bookings Ways and Means Committee to maintain the parks system. more equitable distribution of However, Wayne County RSVPby Wednesday, October 22, 2008 will conduct the meeting at "We don't need to increase parks millage funds." Executive Bob Ficano has said 734-677-0900 Ext. 2000 or [email protected] 1 p.m., Oct. 21, at the Canton infrastructure to the county Each community would the proposed ordinance is ille­ Administration Building, 1150 S. parks. We only need 75 percent receive 25 percent of what they gal, because it is at odds with the Canton Center Road. of the millage to maintain what contribute to the fund, with the language that voters approved. Commissioners Kevin we have," he said. exception of the Grosse Pointe "We have a fiduciary respon­ McNamara of Canton, Laura If the ordinance is approved, communities, which do not sibility to spend the money the Cox of Livonia and Bernard McNamara said the communi­ allow non residents to use their way it was voted on by the voters Parker of Detroit have proposed ties eligible to receive the money parks. In 2007, Westland con­ of Wayne County. You can't go an ordinance to return 25 per­ would be able to spend it on tributed $567,896 and Garden back and change it," said Ficano 3270 Washtenaw Avenue, Ann Arbor, MI cent of the annual millage back capital improvements of their City contributed $176,216. spokesperson Vanessa Denha- to cities, townships and villages own parks systems, though the For years, local officials have Garmo.

OPEN MQN.-SAT. 9-9 SUN. BYALEXLUNDBERG Diyala Province, Copperstone planned to be a the VA has a lot of programs for 9-7 OBSERVER STAFF WRITER as part of police officer or corrections offi­ vets of the Operation Enduring „-VFtV" Task Force cer but believes his condition pre­ Freedom/Operation Iraqi An Iraq war veteran living in Trailblazer. cludes him ever handling a gun Freedom campaigns. 380(,-0 Ann Arbor ftd. y0Ur M*ai & Deli / - "C Livonia is trying to put together It was a rough again. He knows he isn't the only There are programs dealing Livomr- " \ t'jpQrmeri'Q* ! . • "" a new support group in the place. person in this situation. with PTSD, substance abuse as |7S4l«64-0330 -" • ^ ' ' city. He's hoping to give newly "I was blown "I want to start a support well as general mental health .—-*. f*—^ r*r returned vets a resource to help f • upbylEDseight group here in Livonia," he said. "I programs targeted toward help­ them transition to life outside Copperstone times," he said. want to help vets dealing with the ing veterans make the shift from combat. "The combined same issues I am. I want to help life in a combat theater to life "I want to help vets by giving shock waves caused me sig­ vets stay away from some of the stateside. The programs are with­ them alocal setting to talk to nificant brain damage and I was mishaps they can encounter on in the psychiatric care system but people in their community," said diagnosed with post-traumatic the road back." are open to all vets regardless of Don Copperstone, who has been stress disorder." He also wants to get into the their individual diagnoses. living in Livonia since returning Copperstone said the last blast high schools to talk about vet­ "We have an outreach pro­ from Iraq eight months ago. "The knocked him unconscious and erans' issues as well as employ­ gram, veteran's centers that are Detroit and Ann Arbor Veterans he's had headaches ever since ers about how to best deal with part of the VAbut outside of the SALE VALID OCT. 20 - OCT. 26 Administrations have people as well as shaking, memory loss returning veterans. medical centers," Duroe said. from all over the region." and difficulty concentrating. He Copperstone attends coun­ "They're community-based, r^—r The 22-year-old graduated was taken to Landstuhl Regional seling sessions at the Veterans casual programs in storefront f re*h Ground Beef from Au Sable High School in Medical Center in Germany and Administration hospital in Ann settings." Mio and joined the Army to later to the Brooke Army Medical Arbor. SeRV (Serving Returning Copperstone is looking for ^-- GROUND $1179 break out of the small town mold. Center in San Antonio, Texas. Veterans) Mental Health veterans like himself and can be ¥ Trained as a combat engineer, it He's been temporarily medically Coordinator Anne Duroe said reached at ¢785) 226-0157. was his job to build bridges over retired, a condition that gives v^ SIRLOIN ^ rivers, sweep for mines and deal him full retirement benefits as with improvised explosive devic­ long as the condition persists, but es. He was stationed in Baquba, he's unable to work.

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Costume HALLOWEEN PET WALK RULES p.m., Sunday, Oct. 26, for the is at Maplewood Community judges include Mark Pasman, If Precious is pretty in pink Halloween Costume Walk for Center. from WCSX classic rock radio • Keep pets on a leash less than • Animals or owners whose and Fido looks fantastic in his Pets and their owners. Gift certificates to area pet station and Jamie Flannigan 6 feet health, or behavior pose a dafiger firefighter frock, then Garden This is a chance to put on stores will go to the animal from WDVD, pop music station. • No retractable leashes. will be barred. City Parks and Recreation the dog and strut the 2.8 of with the best costume, funni­ All proceeds from this first • Pets must be kept under con­ • No obscene costumes or cos- . with VCA Animal Hospital of mile walk as vendors stationed est, most creative getup and the time event will be donated, to trol. tumes that are dangerous to pets, Garden City have just the right around a path in the park hand best pet and owner combination the Detroit Zoo. An Oktoberfest • No animals in heat. " • Only one pet per person. event for you. out treats and toys to the ani­ costume. band will perform under the • Owners must clean-up after • No vulgar language. Grab your pet, dress him mals. There is a $10 entry fee Vendors will pay between $20 pavilion, free face painting will in his cutest, scariest or most for each pet in the walk and if and $35 for treat passing rights be available and apple cider, their pets. For more information about the doughnuts and other human • No roller-blades, bicycles or Halloween Pet Walk call ¢734) 793- edibles will be on sale. skate boards. 1850. "This is the first year we've Dignified done it and I'm hoping to Funeral Packages Direct Cremation have around 100 people," said Recreation as a family event. a conference where community Cheryl Stepanian, Maplewood "This is all about getting crit­ leaders from other states talked $ Community Center director, ters out there for trick or treat­ about events that included pets. who brain stormed the idea ing," explains Davis. "We want "We took it one step further," 675 n with Dr. Brad Davis, a veteri­ a lot of people to come out, it's a Stepanian said. "We went to Includes Visitation, Funeral, NO Hidden Fees narian at VCA Animal Hospital. family event and it should be a Brad Davis and he used to Simple Casket and uxisko-Uerguson U'amiitj Call for Details Memorial Movie! ^TuneralJiome and Cremation Oeroices VCAAnimal Hospital of fun afternoon." run in the park and thought it New, comfortable facility with 3 lounges...2 for the Kids with Xbox gaming and computer internet access Garden City has agreed to spon­ It's not only about dogs, if would be a great idea if we set Live, world-wide webcasting and a "Celebration of Life" video included with every funeral service sor the Halloween Costume you're favorite pet is a cat, liz­ up vendors. Pets become part 2401 S, Wayne Road (between Palmer & Glenwood) • Westiand • 734-728-1900 Walk for Pets and their owners ard, parrot or ferret, hamster of a family and people enjoy Visit us on the web: www.riskoferguson.com with Garden City Parks and or a boa constrictor dress it up their pets. It's a fun way to get and bring it to the park. All out and do something with your pets are welcome as long as it family or with you and your pet. isn't aggressive and a threat to It's novel, fun and a great way to other animals or their humans. get outdoors." Organizers also recommend Some of the vendors that will that extremely shy animals be passing out treats include: might be too stressed out to PetSmart, in Livonia; Cody's tf attend. Cozy Corner Pet Grooming, in "As long as you can keep Westland; Dnnkin' Dogs, in control of the animal they are Garden City; Country Cat and welcome," Stepanian said. a City Kitty, a rescue group "Hopefully this is a success and in Livonia; Help Me Find we can do it for a long time." My Pet, a pet registry com­ If you don't have a pet, pany in Wixom; Petland, in ' Stepanian says, you're welcome Westland, TK's Pet Grooming to visit the park and watch the Spa, in Livonia; You Dirty Dog parade of people and their pets. Pet Grooming, in Dearborn Community groups, including Heights and Doggy'Delicious Girl Scout troops, have prom­ in Plymouth. Other vendors are ised to help in various capacities also expected to participate. the day of the event. Some of the vendors will sell "They'll probably be cleaning goods and pass out literature poop" Davis adds. about their companies. Help Me Stepanian says the idea for Find My Pet will install micro­ the Halloween costume walk chips for a fee to the pets who kept growing after she attended attend.

PHOTOS BY TOM HOFFMEYER STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER Farminqton Elementary School first-grader Allison Bee, complete with headband, stretches before the start of the school's annual Japanese Sports Day. Students show their The Olympic spirit is alive and well at Farmington Elementary School.' Just ask the students who put their best foot forward in relay races, threw as far as they could in the bean bag toss and made their way through an obstacle course as part of the school's annual Japanese Sports Day. This is the sixth year the school has hosted a Japanese Sports Day, according to Japanese language teacher Lisa Carpenter, who had youngsters wear red, white or blue T-shirts to represent Team China (red), Team Japan (white) and Team USA (blue). "The Japanese language is taught at Farmington % Elementary from kindergar­ P?' »•» . ten through sixth-grade," said ... „.... ^ -., iol first- Carpenter. "We have a wonder­ grader Michael Hauxwell clears a ful program." jump as he runs the obstacle course Carpenter patterns the fitness for "Team USA." day after the Japanese Sports Day she participated in dur­ compete against each other to ing her five years as a teacher see who can throw the most in Japan. Called Undokai, the balls into baskets. Carpenter event can be held in the fall or used bean bags instead of balls. spring. There also was a three-legged In Japanese style, the stu­ race to challenge them. dents warmed up with exer­ The event spans the school cises before doing the events. day with youngsters heading Youngsters also are encouraged outside to compete during their to use their language skills in specials classes. There was also encouraging on their fellow ath­ a ribbon ceremony. letes and keeping score. According to Carpenter, the For this year's Sports Day, stu­ school's Sports Day is more dents tried their hand at Tama- about the event than the lan­ ire, a game in which teams guage.

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Listings for the Community Calendar Dr. Carol Ann Fischer, a holistic physi­ County is seeking volunteer driv- EDUCATION for Macomb and Oakland counties, nally ill patients and their families in can be submitted by e-mail at sma- cian, wellness consultant and clinical . ers. A nonprofit community service Dearborn and Detroit. Volunteers Washtenaw, western Wayne, Monroe [email protected]. They also nutritionist, is presenting "Find Your group, it provides door-to-door rides St. Raphael must be at least 18. Mileage reim­ and Livingston counties. Volunteers can be mailed to Sue Mason at 36251 Path to Health and Wellness" 7-8 p.m. to non-emergency medical and other St. Raphael Catholic School, located bursement is provided. Call (800) provide a variety of services including Schoolcraft, Livonia 48150, or faxed Wednesday, Oct. 22, at Civic Center necessary appointments for senior on Merriman just north of Ford in KARMANOS to volunteer. • companionship, light housekeeping, to her attention at fax at (734) 591- Library, 32777 Five Mile, Livonia. Start and disabled residents' of Garden Garden City, is now accepting open First Step errand running, grief support and 7279. For more information, call (734) your journey to health and wellness, City, Livonia and Westland who are enrollment for the 2008-2009 school First Step, which has been active in clerical services. For more informa­ 953-2112. as this class guides you through unable to drive and have no alterna­ year for preschool through eighth- the effort to end domestic violence tion, contact volunteer coordinator the holistic wellness choices avail­ tive transportation. Volunteers can grade. Programs include 3-4-year-old and sexual assault in western Wayne Candice Jones, (888) 973-1145.' UPCOMING EVENTS able. Say goodbye to headaches, specify days, times, and areas they're preschool, technology updates and County and Downriver communities Railroadiana back pain, stomach problems even willing to drive. For additional infor­ a host of extra-curricuiar activi­ for more than 20 years, is looking for ORGANIZATIONS Ss. Simon and Jude Church's Ushers hormones and weight issues, There mation, call (888) 660-2007 and leave ties. Computer labs, new classroom volunteers. Interested people must be Friends of Eloise Ciub will sponsor a Toys and Train are alternatives to medications; this a message. technology, Japanese class, and at least 18, willing and able to travel The Friends of Eloise group meets 6 Show noon-4 p.m. Sunday, Nov. 30, workshop will teach about natural Higher Rock Cafe chess club are some of the school's to the Downriver area and complete a p.m. the third Tuesday of the month at the church half, 32500 Palmer means of improving health naturally. The Wayne-Westland Salvation Army newest additions. The school has a 55-hour training program. Call (734) in the dining room of the Kay Beard Road, one mile west of Merriman There is no charge for the workshop, presents the Higher Rock Cafe the strong academic program and also 416-1111, Ext. 223. Building, on Michigan between Road. Admission is $2 per person, $4 however, seating is limited to the first second and fourth Fridays of the offers religion class, weekly Mass Drivers Middiebelt and Merriman. Ail are per famify. Food and beverages are 15 guests. Reservations are required. month at its facility at 2300 Venoy, and sacramental preparation includ­ Volunteer drivers are needed to welcome. For information, call Jo available. Parking is free. There will Call (734) 756-6904 or go online to south of Palmer, Westland. Doors ing Reconciliation, Communion and transport area residents to meetings Johnson, (734) 522-3918. be approximately 130 dealer tables www.TLCHoiisticWellness.com. open at 7:30 p,m. Live bands perform Confirmation. Latchkey and bussing is of the Western Wayne Parkinson's Writing Group available at $10 each. To reserve a • Dr. Wiiiiam H.Karl,a certified beginning at 8 p.m. Admission is free, available, and all,faiths are welcome. Disease Support Group. The meetings Story Circle Women's Life Writing dealer table, call Norm at (734) 595- Brimhall wellness doctor and a however, a free will offering will be For registration information or to take place 7-9 p.m. on the second Group meets at 7 p.m. the second 8327. Dealer set-up is 9 a.m. the day nutritional expert, will talk about taken to support the bands. Check out learn more about St. Raphael Catholic Thursday of the month in the Livonia Wednesday of every month at of the show. lifestyle choices that will help you Higher Rock on the Web at www.tsa. School, contact the school office at Senior Center, Farmington Road south the Wayne Public Library, 3737 Garage sale lose toxic fat and your excess weight higherrockcafe.4t.com or call (734) (734) 425-9771 or visit the Web site at of Five Mile. Drivers may be offered S. Wayne Road, Wayne. The Story The St. Dunstan Rosary Aitar Sodality 7-8:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29, at the 722-3660. www.straphael-gc.org. a stipend. Parkinson's patients, Circle Network is made up of women will have a fail garage sale 9 a.m. to Livonia Civic Center Library, 25000 St. Damian caregivers and others may attend the who want to explore their lives 3:45 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23, followed Civic Center Dr., east of Farmington. St. Damian Catholic School at 29891 meetings. Call (734) 459-0216 or (734) and souls through life-writing, by a S2 bag'sale 4-5 p.m. 1526 Kari will explain why it is important to Garden City Knights of Columbus Joy, Westland, offers preschool for 3- 421-4208. writing that focuses on personal Belton in Garden City, two blocks have fats in your diet, how hormones Crafters are needed for the Garden 4-year-olds and full day kindergarten VNA Hospice experience through memoirs and south of Ford Road and two blocks and stress influence your weight-arid City Knights of Columbus second through grade 8. For more informa­ Visiting Nurse Association of autobiographies, in diaries, journals west of Inkster Road. why. The workshop is co-sponsored annual craft show 9 a.m. to 5 p.m. tion or to schedule a tour, call (734) Southeast Michigan's (VNA) hos­ and personal essays. Participants Free Movie by The Foundation for Wellness Saturday Nov. 22, at the hall, 30759 427-1680 or check out the school's pice program needs volunteers to should bring a notebook or laptop State Sen. Glenn Anderson, D- Professionals, a non-profit organiza­ Ford, Garden City. For more informa­ Web site at www.stdamian.com. comfort and support patients at the computer to each meeting to spend Westland, in cooperation with AMC tion serving the community since tion, call Linda at (734) 422-0373 or Academic Pathways end of life. Volunteers can provide some time writing, and for those who Theaters of Livonia, will host a free 1985 promoting natural and preventa­ Vicki at (313) 538-0204. . Academic Pathways Cooperative companionship, write a memoir, are comfortable doing so, sharing movie screening of Clint Eastwood's tive, healthcare. Seating is limited. St. Sebastian Preschool at 30330 Schoolcraft, provide respite for family or work as their writing. Membership in Story film, "Flags of Our Fathers" at 3 p.m. Call (734) 425-8588 for more informa­ Crafters are needed for St. Anne Altar Livonia, is currently enrolling for office support. A free 18-hour train-, Circle's National Network is optional. Veteran's Day, Tuesday, Nov. 11, at tion and to reserve a seat or register Society's Fall Craft Fair 9 a.m. to 4 2008-2009 school year, Morning ing program is provided at the VNA Participation in the group is free. Livonia AMC 20,19500 Haggerty, online at www.KarlWellnesCenter.com. p.m. Nov. 15, at St, Sebastian Catholic sessions for the 3- and 4-year-old headquarters, 25900 Greenfield Road, For more information about story north of Seven Mile. Concessions Charity casino opens Church, 20710 Colgate Ave., Dearborn programs are available. Potty training Suite 600. Registration is required. circle, go online to www.storycircle. will also be provided free of charge If you are looking for a place to show Heights. For more information, call is not required. There is a certified (248) 967-8361 or visit www.vna.org. org or send an e-mail to shepry@ courtesy of AMC Theaters of Livonia. your skills at Texas Hold 'Em, the Charmaine at (313) 278-1266. teacher. The 4-year-old program runs Seasons Hospice yahoo.com. The event is being held to honor hottest game in town, the Canton St. Sebastian Catholic School needs 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. Monday, Wednesday , Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care Toastmasters the service of America's military Charity Casino, Western Wayne vendor for its craft show 9 a.m. to and Friday mornings. The 3-year- is looking for volunteers to provide The Wayne-Westland Easy Talkers veterans. Tickets are limited and County's only charity poker room 4 p.m. Oct. 18 at the school, 20700 old program runs 9:30 to 11:30 a.m. companionship to patients dealing Toastmasters Club can help people required for admission. Veterans may is coming to the Shark Ciub on Ford Colgate Ave., Dearborn Heights. For Tuesday and Thursday mornings. For with life limiting illness. No special overcome their fear of speaking in request their free tickets by con­ in Canton every Thursday through more information, call Michetie at more information, call (734) 459-6689 skills, other than objectivity and front of people by teaching public tacting Anderson's office by e-mail Sunday. The Canton Charity Casino (313) 586-1133 or (313) 563-6640. or visit the Web site at www.aca- compassion, are needed. Training pro­ speaking in a friendly and supportive [email protected] or offers nightly tournaments as well demicpathwayspreschooi.com. vided. Volunteers are matched with atmosphere, The club meets at 6:30 toll free by phone at (866) 262-7306. as continuous cash games and a FOR YOUR HEALTH YWCA preschool patients in their own community. For p.m. Thursday at Rana' Restaurant, Travel show venue for players of all skill levels. Advocacy group The YWCA-of Western Wayne County's more information please call Ruth at 35111W. Michigan Ave. at Wayne Road, Party Animal Travel is holding a free Custom tables and equipment, trained The Wayne-Westland Alliance for the Education Department offers quality (800) 370-8592. Wayne. For more information, Curt travel show for residents in Wayne dealers, and a professional staff all Mentally III, a self-help and advocacy preschool programs to children aged Literacy Council Gottlieb at (734) 525-8445. and Oakland counties 5-7 p.m. Friday, lend itself to the gaming experience. group, meets at 7 p.m. the first and 2+ to 5 years old at no cost to most The Community Literacy Council TOPS Nov. 14, at the Maplewood Community Non-profit, charitable organizations third Thursday of the month at St. families. There are many locations (CLC) is looking for volunteer tutors TOPS (Take Off Pounds Sensibly) MI28 Center, 31735 Maplewood, west of are licensed by the State of Michigan John's Episcopal Church, 555 S. Wayne available throughout the community. in Western Wayne County to help of Westland meets at 7 p.m. Mondays Merriman, in Garden City. Discount " to sponsor each weekend, allowing Road, at Bayview, Westland. Call (734) Home-based programs are also avail­ adults improve their reading, writing at Good Shepherd Reformed Church, travel deals, free travel coupons and them to raise funds for their special 362-8825. able. For more information on these and communication skills. The CLC 6500 N.Wayne Road, at Hunter, some of the area's top travel sup­ causes. The hours are 7 p.m. to 12:30 Substance abuse support programs, or to enroll your child, call will provide training to interested Westland. For more information, call pliers will be present. Coupons and a.m. Thursday-Friday (tournament A SAFE PLACE meets at 7 p.m. the YWCA's Education Department at volunteers. Previous experience or a Pat Strong at (734) 326-3539 or Mary raffles will be available for all attend­ at 8 p.m.) and 2 p.m. to 12:30 a.m. Thursdays in the Fellowship Halt (313) 561-4110, Ext. 10. bachelor's degree is not required. The Lowe at (734) 729-6879. ees. To reserve a spot, call (734)525- Saturday-Sunday (tournament at 5 at Merriman Road Baptist Church, council will provide free training and Democratic Club 9777. Space is limited to the first 300 p.m.) The Shark Club is at 42070 Ford, 2055 Merriman, Garden City. A SAFE VOLUNTEERS materials, and then match you with an The Garden City Democratic Club callers, just west of Haggerty in Canton. Non­ PLACE is based on the Alcoholics for Karmanos Institute adult student in your area. Call (734) meets at 7 p.m. the fourth Thursday Halloween haunting profit groups interested in sponsor­ Christ program. For more informa­ The Barbara Ann Karmanos Cancer 416-4906 for more information. of the month (September through Come, if you dare, to "A Victorian ing a fund-raising weekend can call tion, call Russ Weathers at (734) Institute needs volunteers to trans­ Heartland Hospice June) in Room 5 of the Maplewood Haunting Experience" at Wyandotte's (734) 502-7033 or send an e-mail to 422-1995. port cancer patients to mammogram Heartland Hospice is looking Center, Maplewood west of Merriman. Ford MacNichol Home/Wyandotte scpokertb@qm6i!.com. and doctor appointments in metro­ for caring and dedicated people For more information, call Billy Pate Museum at 2610 Biddle Ave., Class reunion A Menopause & More support group politan Detroit. Drivers are needed with an interest in serving termi- at (734) 427-2344. Wyandotte, Saturday-Sunday, Oct. 25- Cherry Hill High School Classes of for women meets 7-9 p.m. the first 26. Experience a Halloween Party with 1983 and 1984 will hold a reunion 6 Wednesday of the month in Classroom a Victorian feel at hear local ghost p.m. to 1 a.m. Friday, Nov. 28, at the 2 of the west addition of the Marian stories and learn ghost hunting how Hawthorne Valley Country Club on Women Center of St. Mary Mercy * i to's. There also will be a paranormal Merriman north of Warren Road, Hospital, 36475 Five Mile, Livonia. No Investigation and a seance at the Westland. The cost is $50 per person registration is necessary, and the event 6-10 p.m. Oct. 25, and 4-8 p.m. and includes dinner and open bar group is free of charge. Call (734) Oct. 26. Afterwards, Psychic Medium (casual attire). Advanced tickets 655-1100. Kristy Robinett and Paranormal only must be purchased by Sept. Counterpoint Investigator Amy Williamson, the 30. Contact one of the following Counterpoint Shelter and Crisis Get Your hosts, will take guest to a local committee members for additional Center offers free counseling and if cemetery for "Tombstone Tales." information: '83'- Lori Westerholm at respite services for people ages 10-17 "A Victorian Haunting Experience" (734) 834-6796, '83'- Mary McCollough and their families. For more informa­ Reader Rewards Card" tickets are $50 per person. Tickets (Potvin) at (734) 658-1014, '83'- Mary tion, call (734) 563-5005. for "Tombstone Tales" are $10 extra Ann Brefka (Stempien) at (734) 729- Tough love today! and donatiens will be given to the 6783,'83'-Mark Tyl at (313) 587-0092, A Toughiove support group meets Cemetery Association. Seating is '83HoriHagedorn(Schuler)at(313) 7:30-9:30 p.m. Tuesdays at Northwest limited. 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BY HUGH GALLAGHER and Hometown Larkin, a Livonia attorney $1.2 trillion loss. taxpayers made a profit." Age: 43 OBSERVER STAFF WRITER editors. "A making his first run at public Larkin faces McCotter, He also cited the federal loan bailout means office, is critical of incum­ Libertarian John Tatar and to Chrysler and the buying of Residence: Livonia Joseph Larkin, Democratic you give some­ bent Republican Thaddeus Green Party candidate Erik assets in the Savings and Loan ftferftal status: Divorced, no children. candidate for the 11th thing for free McCotter for voting "no" on Shelly in Nov. 4 general elec­ scandal of the early'90s. Education: bachelor's degree in Congressional District, doesn't and nothing both the initial House legisla­ tion. He added that the final bill political science, University of like the media referring to the comes back. tion and the Senate legislation "The United States govern­ was still a "bad bill" with a lot Michigan; law degree, University recent legislation on the finan­ This is effec­ that was eventually signed ment and taxpayers can actual­ of added expense but still bet­ of Michigan. cial crisis as a "bailout." Larkin tively a loan to into law by President George ly make a profit," he said. "This ter than not doing anything in our economy Bush. He said the first "no" . Profession: attorney, 19 years, "I don't like when people was proven to be true when the crisis. refer to it as a bailout bill, this to keep credit flowing, to keep vote in the House set off panic we did this under Franklin D. "I would like to see stronger Larkin Legal Services, Livonia is a rescue bill," Larkin said people's investments from selling on the New York Stock Roosevelt, In Roosevelt's time protection for homeowners to Website: larkinleadership.com in an interview with Observer tanking." Exchange that resulted in a not did it help the economy but protect against foreclosures," . he said. Larkin said he wants to "get back into common sense regu­ lation" and was critical of the 1999 banking legislation that allowed investment banks to handle mortgages and other commercial bank activities. "We need to change bank­ ruptcy laws and allow someone who has filed bankruptcy to V&ri Oiiwiretess renegotiate their interest rates and payments to keep people in their homes," he said. Larkin said that atop prior­ ity should be the redeployment .^¾¾¾ of troops from Iraq. "That should save us $100 billion a year," he said. "I've highlighted how we can rede­ \- ^ v monthly access per line Larkin opposed the invasion -'''"'•**—•"> alter the first 2 lines for of Iraq and has criticized the $9959 monthly access war effort and McCotter's sup­ port for the war. "Mr. McCotter has been adamant about staying in Iraq Save more when everyone is on one plan. until whatever vague goal he has in mind has been reached. I think that goal has already been achieved. It's time to let the Iraqi people do what they want for themselves." He said he opposes subsidies for oil companies and prefers shifting investment to alterna­ Everyone on the plan gets tive energy. "One of the greatest things r ' c that I am looking forward to in : I- the (GM) Volt car," he said. He said the car would be assembled in Hamtramck. "The most important thing we have to focus on is to make sure jobs are created and main­ tained in the United States," in he said. Larkin said his opponents Wfrh a new 1~ or 2~yr Agmt per Imp srt a Nationwide Select Family SharePiar/ 0T higher {Activation fees, faxe^ other chargesapply )* Messaging not everywhere HI approach is vote negative on progressive legislation. "He's a spoiler, a grand- stander who voted with George Bush and is now trying to distance himself from George Bush," he said. Larkin said he has been (When calling from the Nationwide Area.; unable to set up a forum with McCotter's office.

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9th District: Webb is our sioner Voters will decide on Nov. 4 between for company-related con­ ty and federal and/or state agencies. She 4017, wants to roll up her sleeves and get Democrat Diane Webb and Republican stituent complaints. She is a wants to make sure the communities in her to work. With her experience dealing with Mark Slater to serve as the next Wayne former member of the City district receive county resources, includ­ everyone from state lawmakers and busi­ County commissioner representing the 9th Council in Garden City. We've ing road money and parks millage money. ness owners to local elected officials and District which includes Redford Township, spoken to Webb on several She also understands the importance of business organizations. She understands her Garden City and Dearborn Heights. occasions this election sea­ a commissioner's work and research on role as a county commissioner and knows Webb, a telecommunications consultant, son, but numerous attempts committees, as she wants to be assigned to what responsibilities she has to her con­ formerly with Michigan Bell, has experience to reach Slater have been Ways and Means, Government Operations, stituents. She was a solid, knowledgeable in working with governments at various lev­ Webb unsuccessful. Economic Development and Public Services member of the Garden City Council. els in her work as director of external affairs Webb believes the county if she wins the election. We think Webb is the best choice to serve with SBC (formerly Ameritech). Webb was a can help control costs through oversight of This ambition tells us that Webb, on the Wayne County Commission to repre­ corporate liaison to federal, state, county internal operations and government spend­ a onetime technical apprentice with the sent the 9th District. We encourage voters and local elected officials and responsible ing, and forging partnerships with the coun­ Communications Workers of America Local to support Diane Webb on Nov. 4.

A lot of possibilities and Tuesday's meal. We rarely get a pizza or fast Gov. Jennifer M. Gran holm [email protected]. food. I make my children take a lunch to school Send correspondence to P.O. Box 30013, Lansing, Ml U.S. Sen. Carl Levin Mortgage deregulation is the real reason that each day. And we don't really travel unless my 48909, or call Constituent Services at (517) 335-7858. The His Washington, D.C. mailing address is 269 Russeil Office I have my beautiful home today. Some of my daughter has a dance competition in another fax number is (517) 335-6863. Building, U.S. Senate, Washington, D.C. 20510-2202. Call friends and relatives may think that I'm crazy, city. A new car purchase is impossible. State Sen. Glenn Anderson him at (202) 224-6221. The fax number is (202) 224-1388. but I took a "no-principal" mortgage out a little I love this home. I love my backyard because it Contact him by mail at P.O. Box 30036, Lansing, Ml 48909- He also has offices in Patrick V. McNamara Federal more than four years ago. I'm a postal worker, backs into a protected forest. I love sitting under 7536, or call toll free at (866) 262-7306. His e-mail address Building, 477 Michigan Ave., Room 1860, in Detroit. The making $60,000 annually, and my new con­ the stars on a crisp night with my family, enjoy­ [email protected]. local phone number is (313) 226-6020, TTY (800) 851-0030 struction home in Westland was $325,000.1 ing a campfire, talking about the day's- events. State Rep. Andy Dillon and fax at (313) 226-6948. He also has a Web site, levin. was able to put down $75,000 and emptied my I love the deer, fox and assorted critters that Send e-mails to [email protected] and written senate.gov. life savings. My wife is a full-time mom with watch me in each morning as I wake up with correspondence to his attention at 166 Capitol Building, U.S. Sen. Debbie Stabenow no additional income. My wife and I twisted the sun and coffee. I can't afford this house, I P.O. Box 30014, Lansing, Ml 48909-7514, by fax at (517) 373- in Washington, D.C, the address is 133 Hart Senate Office our mortgage agent's arm to get us this loan. probably shouldn't have gotten this mortgage, 5976, or call toll-free at (888) REP-DILLON (737-3455). His Building, Washington, D.C. 20510. Call her there at (202) The adjustable ARM interest rate was 4.5 per­ but I discovered that I can do more things with e-mail address is [email protected]. 224-4822, TTY (202) 224-2066, or e-mail her at senator© cent which would increase to 7 percent in three my time to make more money. State Rep. Richard LeBlanc stabenow.senate.gov. In Detroit, her office is at 243 W. years. Our monthly payment was $1,500 inter­ My bathroom caught fire in 2006 and instead of Send e-mails to [email protected] and written Congress, Suite 550. Call (313) 961-4330. She also has a est and taxes only, no principal. falling into grief, I used the boxes and scrap floor­ correspondence to his attention at N0697 House Office Web site, stabendw.senate.gov. Life went on without distress. Three years ing to create an invention that people all over the Building, P.O. Box 30014, Lansing, Ml 48909-7514, by fax at U.S. Rep. Thaddeus McCotter later, our mortgage agent began to e-mail me world are now purchasing from me via eBay and (517) 373-5962 or calltoil-free at (888) 737-5325. His e- His Washington, D.C, mailing address is 1632 Longworth quite often asking us to refinance the loan trade shows. I'm still not making pocket money, mail address is [email protected]. House Office Building, Washington D.C. 20515. Call him before it goes up. She did a lot to get my atten­ with my invention, but it pays for itself to exist and State Rep. Bob Constan at (202) 225-8171 or send a fax by dialing (202) 225-2667. tion that my house monthly payment would eventually, I will have a second paycheck. Send e-mails to [email protected] and written His district office is at 17197 N. Laurel Park Dr., Suite 161, increase to $3,000. I'm not the smartest guy in correspondence to his attention at N0695 House Office Livonia, Ml 48152. Call him at (734) 632-0314 or send a As for now, I struggle with having to watch the world, but I had no reason not to believe my Building, P.O. Box 30014, Lansing, Ml 48909-7514, by fax at fax at (734) 632-0373. He also has an Web site, mccotter. my wife and children struggle with not having mortgage agent. (517) 373-5967, or call (517) 373-5967, or by e-mail at bob- house.gov. everything they want. We talk a lot and I feel as My wife began to save all of the mail from if they all support my risky decisions. I've risked new mortgage companies that began to send us taking on a job at my present employment that too-good-to-be-true offers of "great deals" with union members won't do because its pseudo- low rates. We were tempted but eventually vis­ management, but it puts a few more dollars into ited our original mortgage agent (after her beg­ my never ending stream of bills. ging us to refinance before we get into trouble) and we refinanced at a slightly higher rate with It's all good. It isn't easy, but it's all good. I a 30-year conventional mortgage with a locked- would do it again if I had to. I would twist the in rate of 5.75 percent. mortgage company's arm to give me a loan that Our house payment went up to $1,950 which I can't afford on paper to live in the home that is difficult, and we sacrifice a lot by not having I love. I've never missed a house payment and cable television, a slow computer connection, no I never will. My invention is a cardboard box cell phones (I don't have one, but we share a cell upright bass (musical instrument) "Bogdon Box phone with my kids for safety). We don't spend a Bass" that I named after my Detroit firefighter lot of money on clothes, we don't support restau­ father. Anything and everything is possible. rants or movie theaters, and I cook dinners with the foresight of Sunday's meal is also Monday's Westland

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He said it is a lot harder for McCain to Secretary Henry Paulson and their plan Education: bachelor's complain about $70 billion in earmarks to help financially distressed Wall Street degree in political sci­ when he pushes for a $700 billion bailout. investment banks. He said one of the things that "grates" "The premise of the Paulson plan was ence, University of Detroit; on conservatives is that President Bush; that responsible working people would iaw degree, University of has governed as a "centrist neo-conserva- SPINAL DECOMPRESSION have to bail out irresponsible powerful Detroit tive" rather than a true conservative. people or responsible people will be hurt. Profession: Three-term That did not have to happen," McCotter McCotter U.S. representative; TIES TO EUROPE said in an interview with Observer and chair Republican House Going forward, he said the U.S. has Hometown editors last week. Policy Committee; member House Financial to work with Europeans on monetarv ( 1 McCotter is running for a fourth reform. JI 1-800^9-36^6 rip J '•eLirricdm^w) term as a representative of Michigan's Committee; served as state senator, Wayne "You have to have some standard, ' nc to www midhcheralatlon coin 11th Congressional District. He faces County commissioner, Schoolcraft College whether the gold standard or a bimetal­ Democrat Joseph Larkin, Libertarian Board trustee. lic standard, there has to be a standard John Tatar and Green Party candidate Web site: www.mccotterforcongress.com undergirding the monetary system. Fiat Erik Shelley. policy and fiat money has not worked McCotter said Republican and very well and it has put us in a position Democrat legislators were "jammed" by Bernanke to pump money into the credit where you have people making up values the administration to approve the $700 market have had a more positive effect. on paper, values that turn out to be false," billion bailout proposal. He voted against "Not only was the Paulson plan unfair, he said. the original bill that failed in the House but we were voting on a plan that failed, He argued that more attention needs to and the Senate bill that finally won because it could not address the problem be paid to restoring balance to the econo­ approval in the House and Senate, with of community banks, it was aimed at my by recognizing the value of manufac­ an additional $100 billion in tax cuts, investment banks," he said. turing and agriculture. credits and emergency aid. He said the House Republican plan He said it was important to look.hard would have gotten investors off the side­ at trade policies that have made labor a DRAWING INVESTORS lines and working on cleaning up their commodity. He said efforts have to be McCotter favored a plan that would own mess. made to keep jobs here in the United have used government insurance and tax "We tried the best we could. States. He said on issues like trade and incentives to draw private investors to Democrats, in fairness to them, were Corporate Average Fuel Economy, the acquire the "toxic" mortgages that have jammed, too. We tried to work with Blue Michigan delegation often works across put a strain on the worldwide financial Dogs (fiscally conservative Democrats) party lines. system. He said the Senate and House but they didn't want to go along," he said. On foreign issues, McCotter said he leadership in both parties wouldn't He said the $700 billion figure was isn't bothered by Iraq setting a time line allow alternatives to the $700 billion pulled out of the air by the administra­ on U.S. withdrawal as they are a sover­ plan. (The interview with McCotter was tion to impress Wall Street. He said even eign government. He said things seem to before a shift by the Treasury from buy­ the graduated plan finally approved be turning in the right direction. ing assets to direct investment in bank gives too much discretion to the He said more will have to be done in shares.) Treasury Secretary. Afghanistan. He said Barack Obama He said the program has already McCotter had expected support from needs to say that if $10 billion is pulled been judged a failure and that actions Republican presidential candidate John from Iraq, most of that money will have by Federal Reserve Chairman Ben McCain. to be redirected to Afghanistan.

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The Observer & Eccentric Newspapers -Brad Emons, editor. (734) 953-2123. [email protected] WWW. .com Postseason hopes alive for Patriots Livonia Franklin needed a 95- yard kickoff return from junior Mike Baumgardner with four minutes remaining Friday night to keep its postseason football hopes alive. Beaver cards 95 His touchdown broke a 10-all tie and enabled the Patriots to beat Wayne Memorial host Northville, 17-10, in a KLAA- senior Berlynn Beaver, Kensington Conference crossover. an individual qualifier at Fourth-quarter interceptions by the Division 1 state girls Mark McRobb and David Fortin golf finals, carded a 95 helped seal the victory as Franklin Friday at Michigan State will take a 5-3 record into its sea­ University's East Course son final against 6-2 Hartland and did not qualify for next Friday. 1,...,-.,. • - . Saturday's second round. (Game time PREP FOOTBALL Rochester, led by Amy is 7 p.m. at Meier's 69, led Grosse Franklin.) PointeSouthby34 .-4 "We'll have to take the same strokes, 296-330, in the s*c* 2?r*. * < lri£fe'j3ft3H** * mentality we took this week - if team standings entering tamm~. r \ '-.. we lose we're done, if we win we the final day of action. Z'V^ * -i JU~*«Jb. keep moving on," Franklin coach TOM HAWLEY | STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER Chris Kelbert said. "We're in the Maceratini saluted Stevenson's Austin White, who rushed for a school-record 271 yards, scores one of his four touchdowns in a 46-18 triumph Friday night over visiting Plymouth. same position we were last year. Grand Valley State Those guys turned it around and University sophomore played well. We have to do the Megan Maceratini same." (Livonia Churchill) Northville led 3-0 after one was named Great Spartans playoff-bound quarter on Jake Robideau's 20- Lakes Intercollegiate yard field, but Franklin answered Conference women's in the second period on quarter­ Runner of the Week White dazzles in Stevenson's 46-18 victory vs. Plymouth back Mark McRobb's 1-yard run after winning the BY BRAD EMONS ing 349 on the ground and a effectively all year." Brindza booted a 41-yard field set up by his own 43-yard burst. Michigan Intercollegiate OBSERVER STAFF WRITER perfect 9-of-9 passing for 183 After Plymouth answered goal. Jordan Williamson's 35-yard championship with yards in the air to riddle a on Terrance Guthridge's 1-yard "We practiced it, but we third-quarter field goal pushed a 5-kilometer time of Livonia Stevenson's Austin Plymouth defense that given TD run on the ensuing drive, didn't complete any this week the Patriots' lead to 10-3, but 18:33 last Saturday at White ran the football like up only 71 points all season. White went to work with TD in practice, although we com­ Northville's Jacob Weddle Kensington Metropark. Superman - the only thing After Wade Stahl returned runs of 5, 83,7 and 5 yards. pleted some earlier in the answered with a 2-yard TD run Maceratini also missing was a cape. the opening kickoff 40 yards, Stahl, a 6-foot, 180-pound year," White said of the half­ with less than five minutes to play helped the Lakers, who The 6-foot, 180-pound Stevenson's senior quarterback senior, also caught two other back option throw. "I looked to even the game at 10-10, took seven of the first 10 junior put together a human Jacob Gudeman, who was 8- TD passes including a 34-yard downfield and saw the safety Northville had 228 totals yards places, to the team title. highlight reel worthy of a spot of-8 for 139 yards, connected pass from Gudeman with 14 screaming up. Wade was all to Franklin's 220. on YouTube, breaking his own with Stahl with an 18-yard TD seconds left in the first quarter alone and let I let it go. I didn't "Offensively again they domi­ school rushing mark with 271 toss just 1.:35 into the game to make it 20-7. see him catch it - T got hit a nated, especially time of posses­ m On Oct. 11, Sarah yards on just 17 carries and and the Spartans were off to But the back-breaker little bit." sion the first half," Kelbert said of Sherwood (Salem) set four touchdowns, while pass­ races. occurred when White dis­ Plymouth stayed alive, the 4-4 Mustangs. a Madonna University ing for another, as the host "Jacob has been pretty con­ guised himself as Clark Kent, cutting the deficit to 32-18 Northville quarterback Matt women's cross country Spartans earned their eighth sistent all year and what he selling a fake with the run just before halftime on a 5- Kreager was ll-of-30 for 173 record turning in a state playoff berth in 10 years does is make good decisions," and throwing a perfect spiral yard TD run by Guthridge, yards, while McRobb was 4-of-8 time of 19:11 in the 5- with 46-18 win over playoff- Stevenson coach Tim Gabel strike to a wide open Stahl who also converted the two- for 62 yards and one interception. kilometer Lucian Rosa bound Plymouth. said. "He made good reads with 1:55 left in the half to pointer. Chris VanTuyl was Franklin's Invitational hosted by Stevenson, 6-2 overall, early-on. He throws an accu­ make it 32-10. leading rusher with 61 yards on 11 University of Wisconsin- racked up 532 yards, includ­ rate, tight spiral. We've thrown The TD pass came after Kyle Please see SPARTANS, B3 carries. Parkside. Shepvood was 25th overall, while as team the Crusaders finished 24th on the course that will host to the Comet: Wayne wins 1st 2008 NAIA Cross Country National The numbers were astronomical Lions stop John Glenn Championships. and it took Wayne's Richard Haley PREP FOOTBALL Wayne transfer Anthony Baskin Other MU finishers to provide the show. tallied three touchdowns Friday to included Kari Saarela The 5-foot-10,190-pound senior responded with a 19-yard scoring lead host South Lyon (4-4) to a 22- (Livonia Franklin), rushed for 206 yards on 18 car­ run with 1:51 left in the half. 7 KLAA-Kensington Conference 135th (21:24); Cassie ries and two touchdowns as the In the third period, Wayne crossover win over Westland John Yarnell, 139th (21:28); Zebras earned their first victory quarterback Nick Kostora, who Glenn (3-5). * Emily Bambach of the season for rookie coach was 5-of-10 for 118 yards, scored After a scoreless first quarter, (Livonia ladywood), Kevin Weber in a 41-20 KLAA- on a 13-yard run on Powell added Baskin rushed for a pair of 4-yard- I62nd.(22:04); Emma Kensington Conference football the two-pointer for a 28-7 advan­ ers and added a two-point conver­ Czaplicki (Plymouth/ crossover Friday at South Lyon tage. sion run. (K.C. Chamberlain's PAT Farmington High), East. Jamal Bpyles contributed a 28- made it 15-0 at intermission.) 176th (22:39); Devan Wayne (1-7) racked up-593 yards yard TD run for Wayne with 4:41 Glenn best scoring chance came Walley (Franklin), 196th total offense to overcome winless left in the third and Hochberg hit in the first half when Jerome Scales (23:23); and Lauren East, which ran 87 plays and had Pat Powers with a 2-yard scoring intercepted a pass and returned Putnam, 204th (25:25). 488 total yards. pass with 0:02 to go in the same 59 yards, but the Rockets couldn't • On the men's side, Quarterback Collin Hochberg period. capitalize on their field position. MU finished 22nd in completed 30-of~54 passes for 368 Powell, who finished with 135 In the fourth quarter, Jeremy the team standings led yards and one touchdown. Ten dif­ yards on just three carries, added Langford's TD run and Cody by seniors Joe Horka ferent receivers caught passes, but aSl-yard TD run with 8:26 to go Merritt's extr'a point capped a 12- (Livonia Churchill) and, the junior was intercepted four and the game ended when East's play, 70-yard drive to cut the deficit Keith Hearns (Livonia times, twice by Dan Ross and one Tyler Jedinak scooped up a fumble to 8:31 remaining. But Baskin, who Stevenson), who placed KEVIN CASEY each by Zakkary Hardyniec and and raced 59 yards for a score. rushed for 110 yards on 14 carries, 44th and 80th, respec­ Nick Mills. East had the edge in first put the game away with a 15-yard tively, with 8K times of Wayne led 14-0 after one quar­ downs, 19-15, and fumbled once. scoring run with 7:16 left following 27:18 and 28:10. ter on Haley's 93-yard TD run fol­ Wayne had three fumbles, but a 41-yard kick return. Other MU men's Franklin's Waiter Woods, a regional runner-Op at No. 1 singles, lowed by Renaldo Powell's 15-yard blocked a punt (by Chris Bowie). South Lyon had the edge in total finishers included Max lost his first-round match to Andrew Jary of Grandville, 6-2,7- TD dash. (Josh Mills converted Defensively, Alex Bledsoe led the offense (236-169), rushing (153-72) Guy (Stevenson), 147th 6 (7-1 tiebreaker) in Friday's Division 1 state boys tennis finals both extra points.) Wayne attack with 10 solo tack­ and first downs (12-9). (30:12); Bryant George, held at the Midland Community Center. See story on page BZ. In the second quarter, Hochberg les and three assists. Hardyniec Scales was 8-for-15 for 91 yards 168th (32:25); and Mitch scored on a 3-yard run and Haley added eight solos and six assists. and one interception. Cieslak, 178th (30:12).

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GIRLS SWIM RESULTS Westland clinches wins hard LIVONIA STEVENSON 95 NORTHVILLE 91 Oct. 16 at Stevenson 200-yard medley relay: 1. Northville (Rachel Brown, Kelly Burford, Shannon Lohman, Sam Curry), 1:59.04; 2. Stevenson, 1:59,07. regular season crown come by for 200 freestyle: I. Jessica Weber (N). 1:59.52; 2. Kaylee Dolinski (LS), 2:00.99; 3. Laura Holtz (LS), 2:07.29. 200 individual medley: 1. Savannah Hatt (LS);, 2:14,99:. Another year, another and five ace serves, while 50 freestyle: 1. Becca Myers (N), 26.37; 2. Ashley Reed conference regular season GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Abi Gieschen and Ramthun (LS), 27.0. 1-meter diving: 1, Caria McNamara (LS), 236.87. championship for Lutheran sparked the defense with six 100 butterfly: 1. Ashtey Gordon (LS), 1:01.12. Westland's varsity volleyball solo blocks, eight digs), Katey digs apiece. team 100 freestyle: 1, Weber (N), 55.77; 2. Holtz (LS), 58.54; 3. Allison KellahanfLSO, 1:00.29. team, thanks to Thursday's 3- Ramthun (12 digs, seven kills, Northwest fell to 7-13-1 over­ 500 freestyle:!. Hatt (LS), 5:14.0; 2. Dolinski (LS), 0 win at home over Metro rival 16 service points) and Lauren all and 1-3 in the Metro. Alex Clos was Livonia Churchill's lone opening- 5:27.01. Bloomfield Hills Cranbrook- Gieschen (19 assists). 200 freestyle relay: 1. Northville (Becca Myers, Curry, Clarencevilie rebounds round singles winner, while the doubles team of Mike Faith Miller, Weber), 1:44.85; 2. Stevenson, 1:46.63; 3, Kingswood. Helping the cause were Abi Houghan and Rushi Patel also earned a point in Stevenson, 1:52.02. But Warriors' coach Kevin Gieschen (nine digs), Nicole Improved defense, serving 100 backstroke: 1. Gordon (LSO, 1:01.93.' Friday's Division 1 state boys tennis finals held at the 100 breaststroke:!. Burford (N), 1:13.32; 2. Kayla Wade plans on serving up a Zehel (six digs), Cathy Haller and communication helped Midland Community Tennis Center. Perchall (LS), 1:16.35; 3. Kellahan (LS), 1:17.7. friendly reminder about what (9 assists), Rachel Storck (four Livonia Clarencevilie earn Clos, who plays No. 2, ousted Jordan Keller of 400 freestyle relay: 1. Stevenson (Hatt, Dolinski, Reed, happened last season. kills, two blocks), Allyson a 25-15,25-11/ 25-15 Metro Gordon), 3:46.4; 2. Northville, 3:50.39; 3. Stevenson, Rochester in straight sets, 6-1, 6-4, before losing 3:59.66. "We did the same thing last Yankee (13 service points) and Conference win Thursday over to top seed Jack Snyder of Novi-Detroit Catholic Dual meet records: Stevenson, 6-2 overall, 3-1KLAA- year and we stumbled in the Emilie Freeman (four blocks). host Hamtramck. Central Division; Northville, 4-3 overall, 2-2 KLAA- Central, 6-1, 6-0. Central Division. (conference) tournament," Cranbrook-Kingswood's "After last week's struggle, At No. 1 singles, Livonia Franklin individual quali­ CANTON 103 Wade said. "Hopefully, we all record dipped to 14-8-4 overall we're starting to play like a fier Walter Woods, the Woodhaven regional runner- WESTLAND JOHN GLENN 83 remember that and learn from and 5-1 in the Metro. team again," said Trojans' Oct. 16 at Canton up, fell to Andrew Jary of Grandville in straight sets, 200-yard medley relay: 1. John Glenn (Jordan it this year and not make the coach Wendy Merschman. 6-2, 7-6 (7-1 tiebreaker). The sophomore suffered only Burgess, Casey Peterson, Ashley Sells, Jennie same mistake in the tourna­ Warriors bump off N'west Leading the way for Humbach), 2:02.1; 2. Canton, 2:05.8; 3. Canton, 2:09.0. his third loss of the season. 200 freestyle: I, Maggie Carlson (C), 2:00.9 (state cut); ment." On Tuesday, Lutheran Clarencevilie (8-14-2,3-3) _^_ Churchill's No. 1 2. Kayla Eyster (C), 2:04.4; 3. Khiry Sparks (WJG), 2:04.5. The Warriors (30-5-4 over­ Westland scored a 25-13,25- were Marlene Azar (12 kills, 13 200 Individual medley: 1. Peterson (WJG), 2:20.6; 2. —~— singies piayerj Akshay Catherine Irwin (C), 2:21.4; 3. Sara Krebs (0,2:26.0. all, 6-0 in the Metro) started 17,25-7 Metro Conference digs), Kat Hall (eight kills, 10 Moorthey, received a 50 freestyle: 1. Karl Schmitt (C), 26.55; 2, Burgess off strong with a 25-10 victory triumph at Rochester Hills digs), Lisa Wilson (six aces, 18- (WJG), 26.56; 3. Jessica Fieihauer (WJG), 27.52. first-round bye and fell 1-meter diving: 1. Desires Clenney (WJG) 196.85 points; in Game 1, but had to ward Lutheran Northwest. for-18 serving), Katie Blaqker to Mount Pleasant's Christian Roehmer, 6-1, 6-0. 2. Mallory Hudak (C), 193.05; 3. Robyn Piwowar !C), off the pesky Cranes after that Kills leaders for the Warriors (18 assists) and Teresa Parent CC's Joe Dube, a sophomore from Livonia and top 174.35. - 25-22, 25-21. included Refenes (12), (10 digs). seed at No. 1 singles, defeated Roehmer and Alec 100 butterfly: 1. Sells (WJG), 1:02.5 (state cut); 2. Once again Lutheran Ramthun (eight), Stork (seven) Chipping in with three aces Britney Sheeler (0,1:12.1; 3. Kali Aliosi (WJG), 1:12.5. Attala of Clinton Township Chippewa Valley by iden­ 100 freestyle: 1. Carlson (C), 56.36 (state cut); 2. Westland had several top and Yankee (seven). was Sam Giordano, while tical 7-5, 6-3 scores to reach the semifinals. Burgess (WJG), 56,86 (state cut); 3. K. Schmitt (C), 57.5. contributors, starting with Lauren Gieschen also Laisha Patterson registered 500 freestylea Sparks (WJG), 5:36.1; 2. Irwin (C), At No. 3 singles, Churchill's Ziwin Deng was ousted 5:40.8; 3. Christine O'Keefe (0,5:45.3. Becca Refenes (17 kills, seven chipped in with 20 assists three solo blocks. by Grosse Pointe South's Matt Keane, 6-2, 6-2. 200 freestyle relay: 1. John Glenn (Sells, Sparks, Peterson, Burgess), 1:47.1; 2. Canton, 1:47.3; 3. Canton, And the Chargers' No. 4 singles player, Mike Appell, 1:49.7. was eliminated in the first round by Hunter St. Pierre 100 backstroke: 1. Sells (WJG), 1:06.4; 2. Kaitiyn Dugas of Ann Arbor Pioneer, 6-1, 6-0. (0,1:11.9; 3. Laura Krushner (0,1:14.0. Churchill's No. 1 doubles team of Erik Newman ancl 100 breaststroke: 1. Peterson (WJG), 1:14.3; I. Krebs (0, 1:15.3; 3. Kelly Bedro (0,1:15.5. ers secure division title Dan Landstrom fell to Michael MacEachern and Peter 400 freestyle relay: 1. Canton (O'Keefe, Eyster, K. Van Alstyne of Birmingham Brother Rice, 6-1, 6-1. Schmitt, Carlson), 3:56.6; 2. Jorm Glenn, 4:04.8; 3. Livonia Churchill wrapped five aces for the Patriots, who Canton, 4:05.7, KLAA VOLLEYBALL The Chargers' No. 2 doubles team of Eric Slusarski Dual meet records: Canton, 8-0 overall, 5-0 KLAA- up first-place and top seed stand 8-16 overall and 2-6 in and Vishal Joshi fell to Alex Burau and Shaun Dass of South Division (clinched title); John Glenn, 5-1 overall, in the South Division of the the division. 4-1 KLAA-South Division. Grand Blanc, 6-1, 6-1. LIVONIA LADYWOOD 106 Kensington Lakes Activities was led by Brittany Holbrook's Wayne falls to 6-24-2 overall Houghan and Patel, the No. 3 team, outlasted ROYAL OAK SHRINE 73 Association with a 25-17,25- 28 digs, nine kills and two and 0-8 in the KLAA-South. Grandville's Joe Despres and Alex Rosema in three Oct. 16 at Livonia Comm. Rec. Center 15,25-15 girls volleyball vic­ blocks. Halie Baker added 10 200-yard medley: 1. Ladywood (Brianna Wilson, Stevenson bests Cougars sets, 6-3, 6-7 (8-10), 7-6 (7-0), before losing third Mollie Pelon, Maddy Pelon, Shannon Kelly), 2:01.55; 2. tory Thursday at Westland kills and two blocks, while seeds Brandon Potash and Ben Eilendef of West Ladywood, 2:10.75. John Glenn. Stacey Truskowski finished Shelbie Wilson served five 200 freestyle: 1. Heather Pijor (LL), 2:13.56. Bloomfield, 6-0, 6-0. 200 individual medley: 1. Wilson (LL), 2:31.59; 2. The state-ranked Chargers, with 22 digs and three aces. aces and setter Katie Vellucci At No. 4 doubles, Churchill's Cameron Norscia and 2:31.59; 2. Maddy Pelon (LL), 2:33,9; 3. Annemarie now 32-3 overall, improved "Churchill showed why it's finished with nine assist-to- Ryan McPherson fell to Garrett Caniff and David Brinkman(LL), 2:34,75. their KLAA-South record to the fourth-ranked team in kills as Livonia Stevenson 50 freestyle:! Kelly (LL), 26.15; 2. Caleigh Griffin (LL), Fisher of Grandville, 6-0, 6-1. 29.27; 3. Hannah Weaver (LL), 29.3. 8-0 and will travel Tuesday, the state," Glenn coach Julian rolled to a 25-11,25-14, 25-14 1-meter diving: 1, Allison Spitzley (LL), 233:05 points. Oct. 28 to face the KLAA- Wargo said. "Their strong out­ KLAA-Central Division tri­ 100 butterfly: I, Katie Obudzinski (ROS), 1:05.58; 2. Maddy Pelon (LL), 1:07.69; 3. Brinkman (LL), 1:11.35. Central Division champion for side attacking and consistent umph Thursday at South Lyon 100 freestyle: 1. Maddie Stinebaugh (ROS), 1:04.49; 2. the Kensington Conference serving kept us on our heels East. Cheer for the Jessica Arab! (LL), 1:05.81. 500 freestyle:!. Mollie Pelon (LL), 6:08.11. championship. tonight. The Chargers dug Kills leaders for the hometeanv' A* 200 freestyle relay: 1. Ladywood (Weaver, Brinkman, Senior outside hitter Kristen everything that we hit at them Spartans (13-18,3-5) included Mollie Pelon, Pijor), 1:56.36; 3, Ladywood, 2:06.42. Nalecz paced the Churchill from the outside, which kept Brooke Knochel (five), Meg read today's 100 backstroke: 1. Arab! (LL), 1:12.37; 3. Nicole Munson (LL), 1:22.95. hitting attack with 15 kills, the pressure on our middle lafrate (four) and Reina Tyl 100 breaststroke; 1. Mollie Peion (LL), 1:19.69. while Sarah Suppelsa and blockers." (three). Christine Armstong 400 freestyle relay: 1. Shrine (Obudzinski, Courtney Jessica Stroud added seven added seven digs. Dixon, Stinebaugh, Courtney Handren), 4:37.42, Franklin defeats Zebras Ladywood's dual meet record: and four, respectively. In a KLAA-Central Division Senior libero Lindsey Sophomore Amanda Borieo match Tuesday, Salem downed Graciak turned in an out­ led the way with six kills, host Livonia Stevenson in standing passing effort, six digs and nine ace serves three games, 25-20, 25-17, 25- according to Churchill coach as Livonia Franklin downed 23. Mark Grenier, and finished host Wavne Memorial in three Knochel had 14 kills for the with 12 digs. straightj 25-11, 25-9, 25-19, Spartans, while lafrate added Katie Matz chipped in in a KLAA-South Division six. with six digs, five assists, two matchup. Vellucci and Claire LeBlanc aces and two kills, while Kat Senior Ashly Butkowski chipped in with 17 and 14 V-H;: ^fh^m:^4^ P£&£fyM$0£^^ Krupsky had three kills and chipped in with 10 kills, while assist-to-kills, respectively. two blocks. sophomore Chelsea Williams Armstrong paced the defense John Glenn (15-10-5,4-4) finished with eight kills and with 22 digs. HT$ 31feBM I ifSfl'fs J f f IS iffII ends MU win streak r- 'I- H P F* 3" mBjm'smM^mmm-M The seventh-ranked matches at Harper College in Madonna University women's Palantine, 111. volleyball team suffered just The Ocelots defeated Elgin its second loss of the season The Crusaders5 road does not (111.) CC, 25-10,25-11 and 25- Friday, falling in straight sets, get any easier as they faced off 17, in the opener before falling 25-18, 25-21, 25-19, to No. Saturday with sixth-ranked to Highland (III) CC, 25-23, 8 Lindenwood (Mo.) on the Columbia (Mo.) on Saturday 17-25 and 27-25. Schoolcraft SirEtlPIL %MM ft**! IE Lions' home court. morning before closing out the then bounced back with a pair MU, now 22-2 on the sea­ Classic with McKendree (111.). of wins in two sets over Carl son, got 18 kills from Mary Sandburg (111.) CC and in a McGinnis in the loss. It ended tense three-setter over Black the Crusaders' 14-match win MU remained unbeaten in Hawk (111.) College-East, 22- streak. the Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic 25, 25-14 and 15-10. In addition to McGinnis' Conference with a 25-16, The spring-loaded trio effort, MU got 12 digs from 25-14, 25-16 victory Tuesday of Westland John Glenn's Brynn Kerr (Livonia Churchill/ at home over Davenport Virginia Butler (45 kills), Jen Schoolcraft College) and 32 University. Brunink (22) and Kaitiyn assists from Inta Grinvalds. Tihomirova led a balanced Litteral (20) paced the Ocelots' Ellen Fandry had 14 kills for hitting attack with nine kills as offense, which was engineered Lindwood (27-4), while Krista the Crusaders improved to 21-1 by setters Brittany Denter (53 12-month term. $2,500 minimum deposit. Comerica checking account required. Yoder and Jamie Meurer added overall and 8-0 in the WHAC. assists) and Katie Williams 11 each. Fuelling and McGinnis (39). Earlier in the day at the added eight and seven kills, Marissa Damon and Butler Lindenwood Classic, MU respectively, while finished both registered five aces while routed Illinois-Springfield, 25- with 27 assist-to-kills and nine Jordan Kerr and Damon 17,25-13,25-14, as McGinnis digs. chalked up 60 and 42 digs, had 19 kills, while Lubovj Megan Vanderhyde led respectively. Tihomirova and Whitney Davenport (11-18,2-5) with a Butler and Williams were 1 Fuelling added 12 and 10, game-high 12 kills, while Kayla both named to the All- u , )" ' f * t«, t respectively. Grinvalds had 40 Vahdermolen added 21 assists. Tournament team. assists and Kerr finished with On Oct. 9, the Ocelots 12 digs. Lady Ocelots go 3-1 downed host Henry Ford CC, ( - ' Illinois-Springfield (10-17) The Schoolcraft College 25-22, 21-25, 25-16, 25-15, as got 14 digs from Ali Janezic women's volleyball team had . Brunink and Litteral com­ and 19 assists from Tori a productive weekend (Oct; bined for 26 kills while Denter McColez. 10-11), winning three of four dished off 28 assists.

,,, At* »*.•*• rriors boot Huron Valley, 7-0 Firepower from more than Austin Baglow tallied one goal Crandell. one source Thursday sparked and set up two others for the Lutheran Westland got on Lutheran High Westland's var­ Warriors (14-5-1). the board just eight minutes sity boys soccer team to a 7-0 "It was a good effort," said into the contest, and scored drubbing of next-door neigh­ Lutheran Westland head coach four more times before the bor Huron Valley Lutheran in Rich Block, whose 201st career intermission. a Division 4 district semifinal victory advances the Warriors Although senior goalkeeper match at Allen Park Inter-City to Saturday's D-4 district final Micah Hausch was credited Baptist. against Plymouth Christian with his ninth shutout, Block Scoring three goals each Academy (the Eagles defeated said he did not have, to record were senior Josh Kruger and Inter-City Baptist 3-1). any saves. junior Gage Flanery (also regis­ Tallying single assists were The loss ended the Hawks' tering two assists), while junior seniors Brad LaRose and Ben season at 7-11-1 overall. ww w.fiometownl if e.com Observer S Eccentric j Sunday, October 19,2008

District final tickets punched SPARTANS men's soccer rolls FROM PAGE 81 The Madonna University completed the scoring in the by Stevenson, Churchill teams men's soccer team bounced second half off an assist from But in the third quarter, Stevenson scored twice back from their first Kiebert, BYBRADEMQNS and sacked Plymouth quarterback Matt Skubik three Wolverine-Hoosier Athletic MU outshot the Cardinals, OBSERVER STAFF WRITER BOYS SOCCER, times to put the game away. Conference setback of the 24-2, as goalkeeper Steve Best "It felt like a playoff game," White said. "We came season with a workmanlike recorded his first shutout of the Both Livonia Stevenson and Berkley. out fired up. Guys were motivated, ready to work and 3-0 win Wednesday over vis­ season. Livonia Churchill took care of busi­ 'As a team we got off to a slow start we want to see it through the rest of the season. iting Concordia at Livonia's "I think the outcome of the ness during Wednesday's second in the first playoff game," Richters "The offensive line was amazing and the plays Greenmead Field. game before this one has a lot round of the Division 1 district boys said. "But the players - to a man worked beautifully. I was not touched on a lot of plays. The Crusaders improved to to do with how we are going to soccer tournament. - came out for this game with much And I like running behind him (Duran Onwuemene), 9-2 overall and 7-1 in WHAC approach the games from now Stevenson, ranked No. 2 in lat­ more determination and it showed our fullback, a lot. He brings a lot of energy." play, while Concordia fell to 1- until the end of the season," est state rankings, improved to with a strong performance and a Although Plymouth (6-2) was down two starting 7-2 and 0-7-1- said MU coach Tino Scicluna, 16-1-3 overall with a 6-0 win over good effort. two-way linemen and a free safety because of injuries, MU led 2-0 at halftime on whose team fell to Aquinas 1-0 Birmingham Groves in a match "We have a difficult challenge coach Mike Sawchuck refused to make excuses. goals by Keith Sied (Livonia, (on Oct. 11). "We didn't show played at North Farmington. ahead of us when we take on Rice." The Wildcats rushed for only 61 total yards. Skubik Stevenson) and Mark Pikula. up today expecting a win. We Churchill, ranked No. 10, upped On Saturday, Churchill faced host was I6~of-30 for 197 yards, but was sacked four times . Daniel Amaya and Eric Kiebert snowed up today and worked its overall mark to 15-3-1 with a 7-1 Salem (19-0-4), the state's top-ranked and fumbled once. Plymouth also had a punt blocked, drew assists. hard and played with a lot victory over Westland John Glenn in team in Division 1. The two teams which led to a Stevenson first-quarter TD. Freshman Otieno Victor more pride." the Salem district tournament held at played to a scoreless draw during the "Once we got down, we hung our heads," Sawchuk Canton. regular season. said. "That's a good football team (Stevenson). After Brian Klemczak's hat trick sparked Churchill jumped out to a 3-0 half- that performance we got a lot of work to do, both Stevenson, which squared off time advantage against John Glenn character-wise and on the football field. We got a Saturday with Birmingham Brother ¢9-10-1) as Etienne Lussiez scored a butt-kicking." Rice (13-4-1). pair of goals, while Simon Bank had White's electrifying 83-yard TD run, however, may Rice advanced Wednesday with a the other. have been upstaged by his 19-yard double-spin move 2-1 win over the host Raiders. Jakub Herout had a goal and three that led to Stevenson's second score. Michael Nickerson, Adrian assists, while Max Washko contrib­ "He's had several nagging injuries since we started ? r T"" Fylonenko and Chris Sergison also uted two goals and two assists. the Saturday of two-a-days," Stevenson coach Tim tallied goals for the Spartans, who led Tyler Varney also scored for the Gabel said. "The advantage we had last week (a 55- 3-0 at halftime. Assists went to David Chargers, while Chris DeNapoli 15 win over South Lyon East) is that we got some Simor (two), Nick Anagnostou, Joey and Andrew Sieber also contributed guys out of the game early and were able to get them DiDomenico, Chris Long and recent assists. healthy. In his defense, it's the healthiest he's been all JV call-up Camden Iwasko. Glenn's lone goal came from year. Conner Burton played the first 50 William Jenkins. "And those kids (the offensive line) played minutes in goal for Stevenson before Adrian Motta was in goal for really well. Our sophomore fullback blocked well giving way to Justin Collins. Churchill, while Zach Redden played (Onwuemene). He gives us options. We're still stinging *«*>,•* Stevenson coach Lars Richters for the Rockets, who lost for the third from Novi (a 28-27 loss). It's been motivation and it's was pleased with the effort after a time this season to the Chargers. re-doubled our efforts." sluggish performance in Mondays TBALL LEAGUES 3-0 district-opening triumph over bemonsHJoe.hDmecomm.net I (734) 953-2123 bemonsiaoe.homecomm.net | (734) 953-2123 Youth, Adult & Coed Leagues Winter Session: Dec, Jan., Feb. (Reg. Deadline: 11/28) THE WEEK AHEAD Youth Free Agent Fee: $100/player or Team Fee: $850

PREPF00T8ALL BOYS SOCCER Arbor Greenhills district champion, 3:30 p.m.; Madonna vs. Walsh College (Ohio), 3 p.m. Adult Free Agent Fee: $85/player or Team Fee: $750 Friday, Oct. 24 REGIONAL DRAWS Southfield Christian district champion vs. Madonna vs. Berry (Fla.), 7 p.m. Stevenson at Churchill, 7 p.m. DIVISION 1 Lansing Christian district champion, 3:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25 Youth team fees include some practices, 10 games, + playoffs. Hartland at Franklin, 7 p.m. at SALINE Saturday, Oct. 25: Championship final, Z M3donna vs. Trinity (III.), 9:30 a.m. Adult team fees include 10 games + playoffs, John Glenn at W.L. Western, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21: Salem-Livonia Churchill p.m. (Winner advances to the state semifinals Madonna vs. Taylor (Ind.), 1:30 p.m. W.L Central at Wayne, 7 p.m. district winner vs. Dearborn Edsel Ford district Wednesday, Oct. 29 vs. Auburn Hiils Oakland MCCAA Tourney at K'zoo Valley, TBA. fees include referee and storekeeper costs. Notre Dame Prep at Ciarencevilie, 7:30 p.m. champion, 5 p.m.; Ncrthville district champion, Christian regional champion.) MEN'S COLLEGE SOCCER Saturday, Oct. 25 vs. Brownstown-Woodhaven district champion, BOYS & GIRLS Sunday, Oct. 19 Det. Urban at Luth. Westland, 2 p.m. 7 p.m. CROSS COUNTRY REGIONALS Jackson CC at Schoolcraft, 1p.m. VOLLEYBALL LEAGUES GIRLS VOLLEYBALL Saturday, Oct. 25: Championship final, 7 Saturday, Oct. 25 Wednesday, Oct. 22 Tuesday, Oct. 21 p.m. (Winner advances to the state semifinals Division! at A.A. Huron, TBA. • Kellogg CC at Schoolcraft, 4 p.m. Luth. N'west at Ciarencevilie, 6:30 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29 at Novi, Holt or Jackson vs. Division! at Brighton, TBA. Madonna vs. Indiana Tech Winter Session: Dec, Jan., Feb. Harper Woods at Luth. Westland, 6:30 p.m. East Kentwood regional champion.) Division 2-3 at Holly, TBA. at Livonia's Greenmead Field, 4 p.m. Division 4'at Woodhaven, TBA. Registration Deadline: 11/28 Huron Valley at Canton Agape, 6:30 p.m.. at BERKLEY Saturday, Oct. 25 GIRLS SWIMMINGS DIVING Plymouth at Churchill, 7 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21: Fraser district champion Madonna at Siena Heights, 3 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23 Youth Team Fee: $510 Free Agent Fee: $85 John Glenn at Franklin, 7 p.m. vs. East Lansing district champion, 5 p.m.; WOMEN'S COLLEGE SOCCER John Glenn at Stevenson, 6:30 p.m. Novi at Stevenson, 7 p.m. Birmingham Brother Rice-Livonia Stevenson Sunday, Oct. 19 Franklin at South Lyon, 6:30 p.m. Adult Team Fee: $510 Free Agent Fee: $65 Wayne at Canton, 7 p.m. district winner vs. Macomb L'Arise Creuse North (Polk, Fla. Invitational) Churchill at Salem, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23 district champion, 7 p.m. Schoolcraft vs. Darton (Ga.), 11 a.m. WOMEN'S COLLEGE V0LLEY8ALL Churchill at Franklin, 7 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25: Championship final, 7 Tuesday, Oct. 21 Tuesday, Oct. 21 Stevenson at Northville, 7 p.m. p.m. (Winner advances to the state semifinals Madonna vs. Indiana Tech UM-Dearborn at Madonna, 7 p.m. Canton at John Glenn, 7 p.m. Wednesday, Oct. 29 at Rochester Hills Stoney at Livonia's Greenmead Field, 4 p.m. Plymouth at Wayne, 7 p.m. Macomb CC at Schoolcraft, 7 pm. Creek or Saginaw Heritage vs. Saginaw Heritage Saturday, Oct. 25 Friday, Oct. 24 regional champion.) Macomb Christian at Huron Valley, 6:30 p.m. Thursday, Oct. 23 Madonna at Siena Heights, 12:30 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25 DIVISION 4 Siena Heights at Madonna, 7 p.m. Rochester College at Schoolcraft, 1 p.m. UM-Dearborn Tournament, 9 a.m. at JACKSON CHRISTIAN Friday, Oct. 24 Metro Conf. Tourney at Luth. N'west, 3 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 21: Lutheran Westland-Plymouth MCCAA Tourney at K'zoo Vahey, TBA. ¢3¾¾¾¾¾ ;^2^MWgan ^¾ :bvsports.corn Christian Academy district winner vs. Ann (Madonna University Crusader Classic) •time to be announced. www.hometownlife.com

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Churchill QB Morgan stars in 35-21 win vs. Rocks yoted jnto KLAA

BY ED WRIGHT ment. The senior completed little better record, I think he'd OBSERVER STAFF"WRITER PREP FOOTBALL 8-of-19 passes for 116 yards, be up for our division's MVP BY BRAD EMONS of Directors, which included including a 48-yard TD award. He's a special player." OBSERVER STAFF WRITER principals and A.D.'s. When it came to topsy-turvy called-back TD. "We were •s strike to senior wide receiver Salem knotted the game Grand Blanc, nicknamed momentum shifts, the final down when he scored, but Courtney Frazier, who ran for at 21-all by scoring on two The newly formed the Bobcats with an enroll­ five minutes of Friday night's when we saw the flag, every­ 51 yards on 11 carries, broke of its next three drives. The Kensington Lakes Activities ment of 2,237 students Salem-Livonia Churchill foot­ body's spirits came up. When up several Churchill passes first of two TD's came when Association has added its (according to the MHSAA's ball game made the stock mar­ we got the pick on the next on defense and blocked a field Parling lofted a perfect spiral final link for the 2009-10 2007-08 School Directory), ket look stable. play, it pretty much ended the goal in the game's waning to Frazier, who hauled in a 48- season. will be leaving the Big Nine, After the dust settled, it game for us." moments. yard TD pass with 5:47 left in Grand Blanc High School which will be narrowed proved to be a bull market for Morgan was pivotal on both The Chargers found paydirt the third quarter. The equal­ will be leaving the Big down to five schools next fall the Chargers, who cashed in on sides of the ball as he racked on their opening possession izer came with 11:44 left in the Nine Conference to join'the - Flint Carman-Ainsworth, an action-packed 35-21 victory up 199 total yards (109 pass­ when Morgan connected with game when Parling scored on KLAA's Lakes Conference Davison, Flushing, Flint to spoil the Rocks' homecom­ ing and 90 rushing) as the Alexander Bay on a 14-yard a fourth-and-1 quarterback as a member of the West Kearsley and Flint Powers ing. Chargers' quarterback. slant to make it 7-0 following sneak. Division which also includes Catholic. Churchill improved to 3-5 The senior said he couldn't Matt Andrzewski's extra point. Churchill regained the lead Brighton, Hartland, Howell, What may have tipped while Salem slipped to 1-7- have been happier when the ChurchhTs Devin Moynihan- just four minutes later when Milford and Pinckney. the scales in Grand Blanc's Two of the most significant team switched to a spread led defense didn't yield a first Morgan hit Moynihan on a The KLAA, which merged favor was its proximity to. the plays of the night unfolded offense prior to this season. down until the 2:02 mark of 20-yard scoring pass to make last spring with members of other five schools in the West consecutively with just over "It's a lot more fun to run the second quarter. it 27-21. the Western Lakes Activities Division of the KLAA. five minutes to play and than the Wing-T," he said, The Chargers eventually The Chargers capped the Association and two schools By being slotted in for Churchill securing a 27-21 lead. smiling. "There's a lot more doubled their advantage to scoring on a Ricketts' 4-yard from the Oakland Activities Howell Parker, the KLAA Facing a third-and-12 from quarterback involvement 14-0 with 3:43 left in the half run with 1:02 to play and a Association, currently con­ will not have to reconfigure his own 12, Rock quarter­ and it's just a higher-scoring when Morgan scored on a 10- Morgan-to-Ricketts two-point sists of 23 schools divided its divisional alignments back Heath Parling dumped offense." yard keeper. conversion pass. into two conferences (12 because of geographic con­ a screen pass to Anthony The closer-than-the-score- Salem gained some valu­ Churchill won the total- schools each) and four divi­ siderations. Mullins, who did a nifty imper­ would-indicate setback proved able momentum 19 seconds yardage battle, 328-257, and sions of six. The KLAAs North sonation of Barry Sanders, to be another tough pill to before halftime when Parling picked up 17 first downs to Grand Blanc fills the void Division, part of the Lakes eluding a host of Charger swallow for the Rocks, who hit Justin Bashi with a 5-yard Salem's eight. left by newly constructed Conference, will remain tacklers before cutting up the have been competitive in all scoring strike. Ethan Walsh Matt Kowalis churned out Howell Parker, which never intact with White Lake north sideline for an apparent but one of their eight games tacked on the point after to 80 yards rushing on nine opened its high school doors Lakeland, Walled Lake 88-yard touchdown. this campaign. make it 14-7. attempts, while Ricketts because of lower than pro­ Central, Walled Lake However, Salem was flagged "The way they played tonight The most dazzling play of picked up 52 yards on six car­ jected enrollment figures Western, Walled Lake for holding, which negated the - and the way they've played the night came 3:40 into the ries along with catching four and budget constraints. Northern, Waterford Mott score and brought the ball back in a lot of our close losses - is third quarter when Churchill's passes for 41 yards. Three schools - Dearborn and Waterford Kettering. to its 6. Parling's next pass was a benchmark for our juniors Jeff Rickety hauled in a Salem Jordan Grohoski picked off a and Belleville, both current The KLAA's Kensington picked off by Churchill's Grant to follow because that's how punt at his own 7 and sprinted pair of passes for the Chargers' members of the Michigan Conference will also stay Morgan, who returned the ball, hard we need them to play 93 yards to paydirt to up the defense. Mega Conference, made pre­ the same with Livonia to the Salem 24. next year," Salem coach Parker Chargers' lead to 21-7- Mullins rushed for 88 yards sentations along with Grand Churchill, Livonia Franklin, "That play was a huge Salowich said. "Jeff's our most explosive on 18 carries for Salem. Blanc this week before a Plymouth, Canton, Wayne momentum swing," said Parling nearly matched player," said Churchill coach group of principals, athletic Memorial and Westland John Morgan, referring to Salem's Morgan in the heroics depart­ John Filiatraut. "If we had a [email protected] | (734) 953-2108 and activities directors from Glenn comprising the South the KLAA to become the Division, while the Central league's 24th member. Division will continue to be "One of the stipulations Livonia Stevenson, Salem, was that they had to be ready Northville, Novi, South Lyon Trojans improve to 7-1 with homecoming win to join by the fall of 2009," and South Lyon East. Livonia Churchill athletic Travel could be the only Livonia Clarenceville did 180 yards in five carries was Other Clarenceville touch­ was homecoming week," director Marc Hage said. concern for Grand Blanc in not suffer any playoff hang­ Brad Pozniak, who scored one downs were registered Clarenceville coach Ryan "We're excited about hav­ the KLAA's West Division. over Friday, routing visiting of Clarenceville's seven rush­ by De'Ondre Hogan (who Irish said. "Now we have to ing them because they offer The distance one-way Hamtramck 48-0 in a Metro ing touchdowns. sparkled defensively with 13 look at the playoff component. not only a variety, but also between Pinckney and Grand Conference football matchup. Moses Hobson added 84 tackles), Cody Wolgast and We have Pontiac Notre Dame numerous activities. It's a Blanc, for example, is 49 The Trojans (7-1,5-1) rolled yards in three carries. Levante Brooks. Prep next and if we continue top-notch academic school miles. Rountrip between out to a 28-0 halftime lead Meanwhile, scoring on two Joe Haapala chipped in with to win, we can maybe host and it's a good fit for us." Milford and Grand Blanc is and didn't let up against the runs for the Trojans was senior nine tackles for the Trojans, a (Division 5 state) playoff To gain inclusion into the 44. Cosmos, who only had 15 play­ quarterback Darryl Whitaker, who easily polished off their game." Kensington Lakes, Grand ers available. while Leonard Hogan tallied a homecoming game opponent. Hamtramck dropped to 0-8 Blanc needed 75 percent of bemonstfoe. homecomm.net Leading the offense with 37-yard TD run. "It was a tough week, it overall and 0-6 in the Metro. the vote by the KLAA's Board (734)953-2123

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I wonder if kids today have as much I fun as we did at Halloween. My I younger sister and brother and I stretched the holiday into two nights of running through the neighborhood screaming with delight that this time of year finally had arrived. We not only dressed up as goblins and ghosts and went from house to house trying to see who could collect the most candy, but got a kick out of ringing doorbells and hiding in the bushes waiting for grumpy neighbors to come Linda Chomin to the door the night before. My brother was more mischievous and sometimes soaped car windows. As adults we real­ ize someone has to clean up that mess, TOM HAWLEYI STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER but as kids we were only concerned with A Halloween adventure comes alive as volunteers Christine Davis as the Panda bear, Linda Rosa of Garden City as the friendly troll and Brianna Duka as Little Bo Peep having a good time. take part in the 2007 Halloween Walk at the West land Bailey Recreation Center. Today's kids seem better behaved on Devil's Night as well as Halloween. Every year my sister and I look forward to the little princesses and monsters that come to our home trick or treat­ ing. Sadly, many of them are wearing Walks on the wild side store-bought costumes and masks. I think they're missing out on using their BY LINDA ANN CHOMIN creativity to come up with a disguise. Halloween events fun OSE STAFF WRITER We used our imagination. It was fun to put on my dad's old shirt and dress as Halloween is a time for families and more Spaghetti dinner, a bum or incorporate our dance outfits for the entire family and more fun activities include pets. In into whatever we wanted to be. ,tmff*' ***' 'A _. / «•" upcoming weeks little boys and girls, as well It's not that I don't like store bought as their dogs, cats and ferrets can dress up Superman costumes. One year a little and go trick or treating at events all over boy, who was about 6 years old, came to town. our door dressed as the hero with the big S on his chest. He stood there with his mouth wide open when we opened Cheryl Stepanian isn't going to dress her the door and he came eye to eye with cats, Silver and Billy Bird, but her husband BY LINDA ANN CHOMIN Shamrock, our Irish Wolfhound who probably will carry them around during the OSE STAFF WRITER was dressed in the very same costume. Halloween Costume Walk for Pets and their The kids in our neighborhood enjoy Owners 2-4:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 26, in the Debi Joetz thinks Halloween is a per­ seeing the Big Dog. In fact several of Big Pavilion at Garden City Park, corner of fect excuse to bring families together the kids, now in their mid-teens, come Cherry Hill and Merriman. Registration so this year the Westland Jaycees are back every year just to see the Big Dog, begins at 12:30 p.m. for the walk sponsored doubling their efforts to raise money for Although Shamrock died three years Gavin Braunreuther, Reese and Ali Cripps dress up for by Garden City Parks and Recreation and charitable causes by starting a Spaghetti ago, they haven't seemed to notice that Halloween. the Maplewood Community Center. The cost Dinner Dance. The event takes place Clancy isn't our silver-colored angel. per pet is $10 in advance, $12 the day of the 6-11 p.m. Saturday, Oct. 25, before, dur­ The two look a lot alike because of event. All proceeds go to the Detroit Zoo. To ing and after the Halloween Walk for the scruffy Irish Wolfhound coat, but register, call (734) 793-1850. ' kids in Tattan Park next to the Bailey Clancy has a bit of devil in him. Stepanian came up with the idea after Recreation Center, 36651 Ford Road. This year, we're hoping Clancy is mK.-ti' "*' 1- attending a conference last year, Tickets are $5 for adults, $3 for ages starting to get the hang of these bees "I saw Chicago and other cities were 6 and up, $2 for ages 3-5, free for under and Star Wars characters coming to the doing events for pets and their owners," age 2, $15 for family of four ¢$2 for each door and yelling trick or treat. Last year said Stepanian, community center director. additional child), and $1 discount off he was still uncertain at age 2 about "People can take their pets trick or treating each child admission for those partici­ what they were and more interested in around different vendors' tables, get infor­ pating in the Halloween Walk. For tick­ the bowl of candy we left unattended mation on caring for pets. Owners can wear ets, call (734) 722-7620. on the stairs between visitors. Luckily costumes as well as their pets. It's just a fun "It's a great family night out. They can we were quick and stopped him from event that pets and families caii do together. have dinner, go on the walk and come eating any of the chocolate bars and We're expecting mostly dogs, but people may back and have more dinner and dance," getting sick. I wonder how many par­ show up with ferrets, cats and boa constric­ said Joetz, community development vice ents out there will give in to the pleas of tors." president for Westland Jaycees. "We've their children for just one more piece of Prizes will be awarded for best costume, paired up with the Bailey Center for the candy on Halloween night. Our parents Sherry Peters with Kasey, Cathy Duford and her dog most creative, funniest, and owner and pet spaghetti dinner. We wanted to help usually did. After all, Halloween only Jax and niece Ali Cripps, and Michelle and Gavin duo. raise money for the Bailey Center rec- comes once a year. Braunreuther with Reese are entering the Halloween Costume Walk for Pets and their Owners in Garden City. Please see WALKS, C3 Please see FUN, C3 Linda Ann Chomin is the health and commu- . nity life reporter for the Observer & Eccentric Newspapers. She can be reached at (734) 953- 2145 or [email protected]. Expo helps women make business connections

We're marking See related story, Page C4. PROFESSIONAL WOMEN'S EXPO Nicole's Revival in BY SUSAN STEINMUELLER What: 16th annual Get Your Body and Redford resells Veterans Day with OSE STAFF WRITER Business in Shape Expo' designer When: 10 am to 3 p.m. Thursday, 0ct23 clothes for Nicole Christ says her business re­ Where: 2000 Town Center, Southfield, sometimes your stories, photos as low as $1. selling designer clothes is successful in the garden atrium in part because of the connections Pictured are The Observer £# Eccentric is look­ she makes through a local women's Presenters: Michigan Professional models Sharon ing for photographs and stories from group. Women's Network, National Association Craddick of local veterans. Many of her suppliers and shop­ of Women Business Owners Greater Redford, Ann Send us your memories, pers come from her involvement with Detroit Bingamen of anecdotes, and stories — the Michigan Professional Women's For more information: www.MPWN.org; •Southfield no longer than 200 words Network, she said. The Southfield- or caii MPWN offices, (248) 559-3359 m& £ and owner — and we'll publish them based organization provides profes­ Nicole Christ in an upcoming issue- sional women of diverse backgrounds of Farmington Include a photo from your opportunities for professional growth quality exhibitors and it's just well Hills. time in the service!, as well and personal development. organized." as a recent photo. The showcase of area businesses is "That's where I met my best con­ .EYI STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER E-mail the photos — attached as nections," said Christ, owner of held in conjunction with the National JPEGs — and information to sdar- Nicole's Revival Designer Resale Association of Women Business attended. director and a Southfield psycholo­ [email protected]. Or mail Clothier in Redford. "It's not about Owners Greater Detroit, also based Admission is free and provides gist. "Where else can you meet,300 to to Sharon Dargay at the Observer £2 what you know but who you know." in Southfield. the opportunity for networking with 400 business and professional people Eccentric Newspapers, 805 E. Maple, Christ, a Farmington Hills resi­ The expo willbe held in the gar­ exhibitors, developing business con­ on a Thursday afternoon?" Birmingham, MI 48009. Be sure to dent, is looking forward to participat­ den atrium of 2000 Town Center tacts, forming strategic alliances and She said with the current economy, include a telephone number and your ing in the group's 16th Annual Get in Southfield from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. learning new health and business "Networking is more important than city of residence. Your Body and Business In Shape Thursday, Oct. 23. solutions. ever to keep your business flourish­ Submissions must be received by Expo, co-hosted by MPWN. Last year, more than 100 busi­ The venue includes music and food. ing." Monday, Nov. 3. "It's a first class event," she said. ness and professional organizations "It's fun and exciting," said Diane For more information, go to www. "It's not the biggest, but there are participated. More than 400 people Buffalin, Ph.D., MPWN executive MPWN.org. C2 (WReGc) Observer S Eccentric | Sunday, October 19,2008 www.tiometownlifexom

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The Reunion Calendar runs Sundays [email protected] for more infor­ Livonia Franklin Send us your cards in the newspaper as space allows, mation. Class of 1969 The Observer & Eccentric is accepting and online in Its entirety at www. Dearborn Fordson A reunion is in the pre-planning stages. holiday cards, such as this greeting hometowniife.com. Submit your Class of 1969 For more information, contact Kathy card from the Michigan Humane reunion announcement at least two Planning a reunion. Please contact Nisun at (248) 363-5679 or e-mail: Society, (MHS) from non-profit weeks in advance to Linda Chomin, Kathy Nisun at (248) 363-5679 or e-maii: [email protected]. organizations. We'll publish cards, Observer & Eccentric Newspapers, [email protected] or Kathy Shoebridge Classes of 1964-2004 including other MHS styles, in an 36251 Schoolcraft Road, Livonia, Mich., @ [email protected]. Reunion for graduates of Livonia upcoming issue. Submit cards, 48150, or e-mail IchominHhometown- Detroit St. Brigid Franklin High School between the ordering information and details life.com. Class of 1959 years of 1964 to 2004 presented by about your organization to sdargayf Brighton High School Planning a reunion and looking for Franklin All School committee 7 p.rn.-2 hometownlife.com. Photos of cards Class of 1989 classmates. Please contact szonyek@ a.m. Saturday, Nov. 29, at TC Gator's of should be attached to e-mail as Planning a 20th reunion and searching att.net with any information about Canton, 42775 Ford Road. Cost is $10 jpegs. Or mail to Sharon Dargay, the for classmates. Please sign up at "yahoo classmates. and includes food and cash bar. Let's Observer & Eccentric, 805 E. Maple, groups-brighton high school class of Class of 1978 make this the biggest reunion that Birmingham, Ml. 48009. Submissions 1989" for more information. A 30-year reunion is planned for Franklin High School has ever seen. must be received by Monday, Nov. 10. Cass Technical High School Saturday, Nov. 29. For more info, contact Please RSVP .to Alicia O'Brien (Douglas) This kitten card is one of eight styles Classes of 1964-67 Donna Wiliingham at (313) 605-0377 or Class of 87 at (734) 261-4970 or e-mail: available from MHS. The greeting Reunion dinner dance, Saturday, Nov. e-mail [email protected]. [email protected]. We need your help wishes 'Happy Holidays... with all the 15,2008 at Knights of Columbus in Detroit Wlnship School finding old classmates to make this trimmings/ Boxes of 15 cards with 16 Dearborn Heights. Call Beverly at (313) Class of 1956 reunion a success so please spread the envelopes cost $5.95. Order by phone 567-8133. Members of the eighth grade graduat­ word. at (866) MHUMANE. Free shipping for Class of 1959 ing class of 1956 who are interested in Milford High School cards and gifts is available through Oct. 50th reunion with a 3-day weekend of planning a reunion, should call Beth Class of 1978 31. Visit www.michiganhumane.org. activities June 5-7,2009. Events will Weingarden at (810) 695-7882. Planning a 30th reunion. Class members include a Saturday evening dinner Farmington Harrison High School should contact the reunion committee party at Plum Hollow Country Club in Class of 1998 as soon as possible. E-mail milford78@ Southfieid. For information, visit www. A 10-year reunion will be held at • gmail.com. casstech59.com or contact Marge Andiamo itaiia's Dirty Martini Lounge, Redford Thurston Teramino Knable, reunion@casstech59. 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. 29. Purchase • Class of 1968 com; Debbie Friedman, (248) 626-3729; advance tickets, $55, by sending a check Pre-party get together 5 p.m. Friday or Steve Sperling, (248) 360-9658. payable to "HHS Class of 1998" c/oK. . Nov. 21, at Bar Louie, 37716 West Six, Cherry Hill High School Crites. 4105 N. Sheridan Road, Chicago, Livonia. 40th year reunion with strolling Classes of 1983-84 III. 60613. A limited number of premium buffet 6 p.m.-midnight Saturday, Nov. 25th reunion, 6 p.m,-1 a.m. Friday, Nov. priced tickets will be available after Nov. 22, at Detroit Marriott Livonia, 17100 FCB ki season 28, Hawthorne Valley Country Ciub, 1. No tickets at the door. Contact Kelly Laurel Park Drive North. $50 per person Westland. Cost, S50 per person, includes English Nelson at HHS.1998.Reunibn@ plus cash bar. Contact Tony D'Ascenzo Farmington Community School in Farmington Hills, Farmington Hills Festival of dinner and open bar. Casual attire. hotmail.com. [email protected], Terry Band begins 43rd concert the FCB music organization is the Arts and the band will Advanced tickets only by Sept. 30. Call Garden City High School Tipton at [email protected], or season with "Spooktacular comprised of over 100 people wrap up its regular season with Lori Westerhoim, {734} 834-6796, Mary Class of 1960 visit.www.thurstonclassof1968.com for XXIII." participating in a variety of a musical kick-off to summer (Potvin) McCoilough, (734) 658-1014 or Mini-reunion luncheons held the second details. Damien Crutcher returns instrumental groups including at Heritage Park. Renee (Scott) Liske, (734) 425-7826. Saturday of every month at 1 p.m. in the Redford Union to conduct the 80-piece an 80rpiece concert band, a For the first time this year, Clarkston High School banquet room in the Plymouth Denny's Class of 1978 FCB Concert band as it 20-piece Big Band, Dixieland the Concert Band is offered as Class of 1998 on Ann Arbor Road, east of I-275. Cail 30-year reunion Saturday, 6 p.m. tiii ? begins its 43rd season. On Band, Flute and Brass a class in the music curricu­ A10-year reunion will be held at Deer Gary Simon at (734) 751-4101 or send e- Saturday, Nov. 22,2008, at River bank Oct. 26, the band will pres­ Ensembles and a Clarinet lum at Oakland Community Lake Athletic Ciub in Clarkston, 6:30 m'ail to [email protected]. Golf Club, 24095 Currie Road, South ent "Spooktacular XXIII," Choir. Members come from all College - Orchard Ridge cam­ p.m.-midriight Saturday, Nov. 29. The , Class of 1989 Lyon. Cost $20 per person if paid by Nov. a Halloween concert at the ages and backgrounds and sim­ pus, so members are going to evening includes dinner, entertainment 20th reunion Aug. 29,2009, at Joy 1, $25 per person after Nov. 1. Contact Harrison High School audito­ ply enjoy performing music for try something new this spring and/or dancing and cocktails. Ticket Manor (6 p.m. to midnight. Ticket $65 Teresa (Linbiad) McManamon at teresa- rium in Farmington Hills. the community. by inviting the public to an price TBA. This is an adult dinner, and before March 1,2009, $75 from March [email protected] or (517) 861-0010, This year, the FCB will be In that spirit there is no interesting peek inside the each alumnus is welcome to bring one 2 to June 1,2009. No tickets will be or Linda (Pearce) Dugan at ildugan® assisted by the students at admission fee for any concert. band titled "Sitting in with date. For more information, look on sold at the door. Tickets include din­ comcast.net or (734) 454-0745. Dress Power Middle School in a joint Variety and entertainment best The FCB," a combination open MySpace and Facebook, visit http:// ner, premium open bar, dj, door prizes, is casual. Hors d'oeuvres from 7-9 p.m. effort to enrich their instru­ describe the" rest of the lineup rehearsal and concert work­ c la rkstonl998reu nion.myevent.com, e- picture cd and other gifts, and available Cash bar. mental music program. The for 2008-09. shop with their new, music stu­ mail [email protected], or call for purchase at www.gardencity89.com Class of 1998 dress is "spooky casual" for The fall season provides a dents from OCC. Samantha at (248) 884-8658. or contact Paula at gchs1989reunion@ 10-year reunion 6-10 p.m. Saturday, Nov. this annual FCB cldssic which backdrop for fight songs and FCB Concert Band rehears­ Clarencevllfe High School. • hotmail.com. 29,2008, at Copper Canyon Brewery. is sponsored by the Target cider along with cool costumes als are held Monday evenings Class of 1988 Grosse Pointe North 27522 Northwestern, Southfieid. Tickets Store at 30020 Grand River in and Disney tunes. from 7:30-9:30 p.m. in the 20th high school reunion continues to Class of 1991 $20 in advance, $25 at the door, and Farmington Hills. In December FCB plans to Harrison High School band Oct. 19. Contact Julie (Manself) Pierce Call (800) 677-7800, visit www.tay- include food, drinks and dgor prizes. All families are invited to energize the spirit of the season room. Membership is open to at (734) 996-2513 or pierce.julie@gmail. lorreunions.com or ermail: info@tay- For information and directions on the free concert to enjoy an with Beethoven's Ode to Joy. all adults and qualified high com for more information. lorreunions.com. how to RSVP, contact Craig Horger at afternoon of Halloween musi­ In March, the FCB presents school students may audition. Lincoln Park High School [email protected]. Reunion cal fun, get some treats, march an eclectic birthday concert Keep up with concert informa­ A 30-year reunion will be held Friday, Looking for members of Lincoln Park updates, discussions and direction on in the costume parade and featuring the works of three tion and last minute additions Nov. 28 at the O'Kelly K of C Hail in High School class of 1958 for 50-year how to RSVP are located on Facebook. help the FCB encourage young great composers. In April, the through the FCB Web site at Dearborn. Contact Diane (Verostick) reunion. Contact Nancy, (313) 535-8777 Make an account at www.facebook.com musicians. FCB returns once again to fcbmusic.org or call (734) 261- Kapelanski at (734) 981-0091 or [email protected]. and search for RE[dford]UNI0N profile. Based at Harrison High perform at the Farmington- 2202.

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BY SUSAN STEINMUELLER woman physician or attorney." OSE STAFF WRITER AT A GLANCE Women's careers have evolved. * Michigan Professional Women's The group's mission remains At one meeting of the Michigan Network meetings are held the the same, however,-which is "to Professional Women's Network, a provide professional women of second Monday of every month member announced she was get­ diverse backgrounds opportuni­ ting married and selling her Troy at the Clawson Steak House, ties for professional growth and tt-*j*i house. 56 Rochester Road at 14 Mile in personal development." Another said she was looking Clawson. Registration and net­ for a house to buy and asked if working is at 6 p.m.; dinner and CREATIVE ELLEN LOUISE ASHCRAFT CONSTANTINE SOCRATES she could see it, recalls Diane program begin at 6:30 p.m. Support is often creative. TRIKES Age 91 of Farmington.. Passed away Buffalin, Ph.D., MPWN execu­ • Cost: $20, members; $25, • Recently a member who is October 12, 2008. Thayer-Rock. "Gus" Age 86 of Farmington. Passed tive director. The result: "She starting a restaurant was given guests October 10, 2008. Thayer-Rock. bought it." an "idea shower." Members wrote It's among the many "favorite • Reservations are requested. down how they could help her stories" Buffalin has of the group, E-mail to [email protected]. business and presented their 1 which has a wider focus than • For more information, go to information in gift bags. The introducing women to potential J.org or call (248) 559-3359. ideas ranged from chair massag­ clients. es for a happy hour to providing "The basic backbone of our 401(k) plans for employees. organization is that women bers from all over the metro area. Denise Kelly, certified hair col- LOREN EMERY network differently than men. They include accountants, bank­ orist at B. J.'s Salon in Troy, said HANSEN, SR., Women are naturally supportive," ers, financial planners, attorneys, she was welcomed by a diverse Age 92, passed away October 14, said Buffalin, a Southfield psy­ business owners and educators. group when she first attended MITCHELL KENNETH 2008. He was born October 18, 1915 chologist. Dinner meetings with a a few years ago and has been a BUTLER in SD, son of the late Lloyd & Mabel (Troyer) Hansen. Graduated from GRACE A. POWER "At our regional monthly meet­ program are held the sec­ member since. Age 14, of Redford, Michigan. Died Lincoln High School in 1935 and mar­ ings, everyone gets a chance to say ond Monday of every month, Kelly said she likes the on Sunday, October 5, 2008, after ried Mary E. Monks on April 17,1937, Age 96. Died peacefully at her home being struck by a car when biking to who preceded him in death on in Farmington Hills, Michigan, on who they are, what they do and September through June, at exchange of ideas and personal officiate a youth soccer game. Mitchell September 17, 2008. They were mem­ October 4, 2008, with her family at what they need in three different the Clawson Steak House in approach to attracting new busi­ was born in Royal Oak on May 4, bers of First Baptist Church, Wayne. her side. Grace was born the daughter areas: professionally, socially and Clawson. ness. 1994, and was the beloved son of Loren was a member of the Ypsilanti of the late Paul and Anna Waide on Doug and Amy (Federspiel) Butler. Rotary Club and the Gideons October 12, 1911 in Detroit, Mich­ on a personal level. MPWN was formed in 1981 by "They are not your average Cherished brother of Andrew and International. Loren and Mary were igan. On June 22, 1935, she married "Every need that you have, women executives. networking group," she said. "We Devin and loved grandson of Kenneth the former owners of Standard Printing Maxwell "Mickey" Power in Detroit, someone can meet it if they know Buffalin, a Lathrup Village partner to help other women be and Nancy Federspiel of Wheeler and Co. in Ypsilanti. Loren is survived by and together they raised two daugh­ Janet and the late Robert Butler of his four children Mabel (Louis) ters, Carole and Jill. In 2004, they about it." resident, said when she joined in successful in their business. Kalamazoo. He is also survived by Fischer of Canton, Loren (Carole) celebrated their 69th wedding the '80s, "There was a glass ceil­ "Our network meetings are numerous aunts, uncles, cousins and Hansen, Jr. of Ann Arbor, Kenneth anniversary, which preceded her hus­ EVOLVING ing for women and it was 'dress always open to new visitors," she friends. Mitchell was an upbeat, caring (Phyllis) Hansen of FL and Ina band's death that year, at the age of young man who will be remembered (Michael) Cussen of Canton, 14 grand­ 93. Grace was a true lady, whose The group has some 100 mem- for success.' It was rare to meet a added. as a bundle of energy who loved snow- children, 47 great-grandchildren, 7 quiet dignity, style and dedication to boarding, fishing, skateboarding, great-great-grandchildren, also 6 sib­ her family was without equal. She is video games and animals (raising and lings. Preceded in death by his parents, survived by her two daughters, Carole hunting them)..A talented and enthusi­ one sister and one brother. Cremation (Haroune) Alameddine and Jill astic athlete, Mitchell enjoyed running rites have been accorded. A Memorial (Richard) Bergstrom; seven grand­ and he especially excelled in soccer Service will be 10:30 AM Thursday, children, Richard (Susan) Alameddine ENGAGEMENT which he played for the Redford and October 23,2008 at Fair Haven Baptist and' their children Nicolas and Livonia City Soccer Clubs and Church, 34850 Marquette, Westland,. Mitchell, Nina (Robert) Merget and

Redford Union High School. In addi­ MI 48185. Memorials may be made to their children Nicole and Max, Jacob' -•***-. tion to athletics, Mitchell was also very Gideon's International Wayne- (Seham) Alameddine and their chil­ involved at Prince of Peace Lutheran Westland Camp, or Vitas Hospice dren Armaan and Alaina, Michelle Church where he was recently con­ Charitable Fund, 26677 Twelve Mile (Ronald) Rossio and their children firmed and played drums in the Praise Road, Suite 108, Southfield, MI, and Cooper and Cole, Andrew (Christina) Band. His belief in God was an impor­ would be appreciated by the family. Bergstrom and their son Jackson, tant part of who he was and he was not Arrangements by DAVID C. BROWN James Bergstrom, and Matthew shy about letting people know it. FUNERAL HOME, Belleville (Amber) Bergstrom. A private memo­ Funeral arrangements were made www.davidcbrownfh.com rial service and burial will take place through Neely-Turkowski Funeral at Grand Lawn Cemetery in Redford, Home, 30200 Five Mile Road, Livojiia Michigan. Memorials may be directed (www.neely~turkowski.com). The to the Pediatric Research Fund funeral was held on Thursday, October OLGA MARIE LARSON (Ependymoma) at the University of 9, at Prince of Peace Lutheran Church, Michigan, 301 East Liberty, Suite 28000 New Market Rd., Farmington October 12, 2008. Age 81. Dearly 400, Ann Arbor, MI 48104 or the Hills, with burial immediately follow­ loved mother of Paula M. and Paul L. Lupus Research Institute, 330 ing at the South Lyon Cemetery. Merideth. - Highly regarded painter Seventh Avenue, Suite 1701, New Memorial contributions can be made and sculptor. Beloved teacher and York, NY 10001. friend of many in the Birmingham, to the Mitchell Butler Memorial Fund • - •'.ScV at the Community Choice Credit Michigan and Albuquerque, New Union, 25447 Five Mile Mexico arts communities. Memorial Carley-Geiser Redford, MI 48239. contributions may be made to St. NINASCRIPPS SPITZLEY Tracey Carley, daughter of Jude's Children's Research Hospital and the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Age 61, died unexpectedly, Friday, Sherry Bateman of Chapel Center. Contact the family for memo­ October 3rd, at her home in Crested Hill, Tenn., and the late rial arrangements. Butte, Colorado. Nina was horn Robert Carley, recently became October j 8, 1946 in Detroit, Michigan, She graduated from Bloomfield engaged to Josh Geiser, son Country Day School in 1965 and from of Gary Geiser of Canton the University of Denver in 1969 with and Dennis and Sandy Felt a BA in Education and a Minor in Art. After graduating Nina made Colorado of Plymouth. A wedding date her home, living in Boulder, Aspen Trevor Wnuk (Westland) as Alan Baker and Stephanie Lee (Westland) is yet to be set. The couple and Vail. She was an avid traveler, as Connie Dayton perform leading roles in 'Come Blow Your Horn,' Neil plans to make their home in with an adventurous spirit, but ulti­ Plymouth. mately made the picturesque, moun­ Simon's comedy, Friday-Saturday, Oct. 24-25, and Nov. 7-8 and 14-15 * tain town of Crested Butte her perma­ in the Liberal Arts Theater at Schoolcraft College, 18600 Haggerty, nent home. Nina enjoyed a variety of between Six Mile and Seven Mile, Livonia. Tickets for the production put outdoor activities, including biking, skiing and river rafting. She enjoyed on by the college's theater department are $24 for the 6:30 p.m. dinner WEDDING WILLIAM P. "BILL" lending a hand whenever possible, on theater performances Oct. 24-25, and Nov. 7-8, and $12 for theater her brother's ranch near Hayden, only 8 p.m. Nov. 14-15. They're available at the college bookstore or by CUNNINGHAM whether she was making curtains for LAURENCE ERIC MASON calling (734) 462-4596. Age 76, October 4, 2008. Beloved hus­ 78, of Wausau, died Sunday, October the bunk house or cutting and bailing band of Pamela for 46 years. Loving 12, 2008 at Mount View Care Center, hay. She had a flair for decorating and father of Carol Goldberg (Glen), Karen Wausau. He was born September 13, a love of knitting. Nina was a collector Cunningham (Terry Grant), and Julie 1930 in Detroit, MI, at the Henry Ford of vintage 356 Porsches, in which'she Esker (Rich). Cherished grandfather of Hospital to the late Robert W. and would be frequently seen driving Billy, Kyle, Shane, Brayden, Devin, Hazel M. (Smith) Mason. He graduat­ through town. Nina's love of nature GARDEN CALENDAR Allison, Emily, and Ryan. Funeral ed from Plymouth High School, made her a loyal contributor to The services were held Wednesday, Plymouth Michigan in 1948. Crested Butte Land Trust. She is sur­ vived by her two children, daughter, October 8th at Thayer-Rock Funeral Laurence married Elizabeth Ann Michigan Orchid Society University campus. The discussion will Stone October 7, 1950 in Plymouth Adeline Scripps Smith and son, Pete Home. Memorial contributions may be Armiger Smith. A celebration of life made to St. John Hospice. Michigan. He worked as a sales exec­ Karen Miur, an accredited American include examples of plein air paintings utive at Hammerblow. Laurence was a will be held for Nina at the Skyland www.thayer-rock.com country Club in Crested Butte on Orchid Society judgefrom California, by Almstadt-Davison and others who member of the HI Y, Glee Club, will snow slides about the Japan have painted at Meadow Brook Hall. Spanish Club, Boy Scouts reaching Sunday, October 19, from i-4pm. CARMEL RUTH DUNHAM the star level and especially enjoyed Grand Prix at the Michigan chapter's Slides and stories of experiences while 7/17/1914 to 10/9/2008 family genealogy, golf, tennis, read­ next meeting, 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. painting at summer garden walks will ing, and trout fishing. Survivors 19, at the First Baptist Church of highlight the talk. Guests are welcome. She earned her Bachelor & Master's include his wife; Elizabeth 'Betty' from Eastern Michigan University and Mason, Wausau, children; David Birmingham, 300 Willits, Birmingham. Coffee and refreshments will be served taught school in Troy & Farmington (Barbara) Mason, Allegan, Mi, Paul May You Miur is one of few women who are at 9:30 a.m. $5 for non-members. For (for 21 years) at Gill, Eagle & Win. Pawhoski-Zurawski (Carla) Mason, Madison, WI, Robert invited to judge at the show, which more information, caH (248) 608-0485 Dana Pawhoski and Eric Grace Elementaries, retiring in 1976. Mason, Wausau, WI, Jeffery Mason, .Find Camel's husband of over 70 years, Milwaukee, WI, Linda Buettner, is the largest and most prestigious or (248) 310-8793, or visit www.mead- Zurawski were married in a Monroe, and daughter, Roseiyn Tait, Yorba Linda, CA, Mark Mason, Eagle orchid shows in Japan. She also has owbrookha1l.org. preceded her in death in 2007. Comfort in private ceremony, April 29, River, WI, grandchildren; Kathryn judged shows in Canada, Guatemala, Holiday greens 2008, in Gatlinburg, Tenn. Surviving family, Carl Dunham, Joyce Thompson, Marilyn Mason, both of (Arthur) Browne, Marie Chmielewski, Milwaukee, WI, Kyle Buettner, Yorba JFamily Peru, Ecuador, Brazil and South Africa. Register by Nov, 1 for Livonia Garden The bride is the daughter 12 grandchildren, 28 great-grandchil­ Linda CA, Nichoiaus Mason,, 1 Formore information, call Betty at Club's Annual Fresh Greens Workshop, of Al and Sharon Pawhoski dren & sister, Geraldine Whitman. Friends Madison, WI, Jonathon Geier, (586) 416-1496. 9:30-11:30 a.m. Saturday, Dec. 6 at the of Greenbush and the groom The memorial service is 2pm on Nov. Shawano, WI, great grandchild; Lilly 2nd at the Southfield Presbyterian Thompson, Milwaukee, WI, siblings; African Violet Society Livonia Senior Center, located at Five is the son of Don and Paula Church, 21575 W. 10 Mile Rd., Patricia (Tony) Jabionsky, & Warren The Michigan State African Violet Mile and Farmington Road. Cost is $24 Zurawski of Livonia. Southfield, 48075. Donations will be (Margery) Mason. Besides his parents Society will host its annual Fall to make a centerpiece using fresh pine, A reception was held Aug. 9 given to her church or hospice. Laurence is also preceded in death by OBITUARY^ a sister; Shirley Thams. Memorial Display and Plant Sale, 10 a.m.-2 p.m. cedar and love apples. To register, at the American Legion Hall in Service will be held at 1:00 p.m. POLICY ' Sunday, Oct. 19 at Matthaei Botanical send a check to Livonia Garden Club Oscoda. The newlyweds reside CHARLES J. ELMER Thursday October 23, 2008 at the First Gardens, 1800 Dixboro Road, Ann c/o Diane Bergendahl, 7841 Oak Knoll in Ferndale. Presbyterian Church, 406 Grant St. The first five "billed" lines of an October 13, 2008 age 88 of Wayne. Arbor. The free event features African Drive, Northviile Ml 48168. No refunds Beloved husband of the late Marie, Wausau. Rev Joy Nelson Jeffers will obituary are published at no cost. Dear father of Joyce Wood and the officiate. Visitation will be held from All additional lines will be Violets, Gesneriads and supplies on will be given after Nov. 1. For more late Thomas. Brother of Ralph (Mary 12 noon until the time of service at the charged at $4 per line. You may sale. Call (248) 698-3628 or e-mail information, call (248) 486-9676 or ANNIVERSARY Elen), Margaret (Veter) Oliver and church on Thursday. The family would place a picture of pur loved one [email protected] (734)261-5091. , Ruth Ann. Grandfather of seven, great like to thank Mount View Care Center, for an additional cost of only $6. Dr. Biick, Wausau Hospital Respite Lily bulb sale 63rd Annual Greens Market grandfather of eleven. Services were Symbolic emblems may be held at the Uht Funeral Home, Care Staff for the care of Eric. A spe­ Michigan Regional Lily Society will The Ann Arbor Branch of Woman's included at no cost (example: Barlow anniversary Westland, with Pastor Bob McDonald cial thank you to Richard Nash M.D. sell hundreds of colorful, high quality Farm & Garden Association plans Eli and Elma (Burkhardt) officiating. Burial at White Chapel for all the years of caring for Eric, and American Flags, religious Cemetery, Troy. Family requests Bill Seidl P.A. at Mount View Care symbols, etc.) hybrid lily bulbs from 9 a.m.-4 p.m. . its annual sale of fresh-cut Oregon Mettetal recently celebrated memorials to the American Lung Center. Brainard Funeral Home is Friday-Saturday, Oct. 24-25, at the First greens, holiday wreaths, swags, their 65th anniversary at home Association. Please visit and post a assisting the family with arrange­ Presbyterian Church of Birmingham, forced bulbs and other arrangements with their family. tribute at www.uhtfh.com. ments. On-line condolences may be Deadlines: 1669 West Maple, between Southfield from 10 a.m.-4 p.m. Thursday, Dec. The 53-year Redford resi­ given at www.brainardfuneral.com Friday 4:15 PM for Sunday Road and Cranbrook, in Birmingham. Wednesday 9:45 AM for Thursday 4, at Matthaei Botanical Gardens, dents are the parents of Terry JOE E.HALL HI Many kinds of bulbs-Orientals, 1800 N. Dixboro Road, Ann Arbor. The (Jim) Magraaw of Marlette, Age 45 passed away October 14,2008. Obituaries received after these deadlines Asiatics, Species, Orienpets - will be market also will include custom-made will be placed in the next available issue. Ron (Karen) Mettetal of Joe worked as a mechanic and handy­ MICHAEL J. NEVEU sold. Plant lilies now for blooms next . accessories, jewelry, clothing, toys man. His interests included fishing, Canton, Vickie (Gary) Hulbert October 14, 2008 age 59 of Westland. year. No credit cards accepted, www. and gifts; homemade baked goods: of Franklin, N.C., and the late car shows and restoration of classic Beloved husband of Lynn. Dear e-mail your obit to mrls.org cars. Preceded in death by his mother father of Curt (Deborah) Wass and the [email protected] antiques and collectibles and decora­ Danny Mettetal. They also Barbara C. (Williams) Hall, survived Plein air painting tive craft demonstrations at 1 p.m. have five grand-daughters, two by father Joe E. Hall Jr. of Manton, late Nichole Neveu. Loving grandfa­ or fax to: brother Tad Hall of Grass Lake, niece ther of Danielle and Samantha Wass. Attn; Obits c/o Jennifer Musztuk Janet Almstadt-Davison, a member of and 2 p.m. The market is open only to great-grandchildren and three Jacquelyn, nephew Joshua, and many Brother of Thorn, Dennis (Cindy), the 586-826-7318 the Detroit Society of Women Painters members of Woman's Farm & Garden step-great-grandchildren. late Phillip and Patricia Duby. Also more caring family members and For more information call: and Sculptors, the Great Lakes Pastel Association and Matthaei Botanical Eli Mettetal, 84, owned friends throughout the country. Many survived by nieces and nephews. Service Sunday 2 pm at the Uht Jennifer Musztuk Society, and the Great Lakes Piein Air Gardens and Nichols Arboretum from his own business, Mettetal thanks to Dr. Englesbee and staff at the 586-826-7115 UofM. Memorial plans to be Funeral Home, 35400 Glenwood, Painters Association, will talk about 10 a.m.-noon. Doors open to the public Greenhouse, and retired just or Charolette Wilson announced. In lieu of flowers, please Westland. Please visit and post a note the art of plain air painting - painting at noon. No admission fee. Free valet three years ago. Elma, 81, has donate to UofM Transplant Center of condolence at www.uhtfh.com 586-826-7082 parking will be available. Lunches S.P.C. 5391, 3868 Taubman Ctr., Box or toll free in the out-of-doors - at a meeting of been a homemaker. 0391, 1500 E. Medical Center Dr., 800-579-7355 the Meadow Brook Garden Club, 10 from Afternoon Delight will be avail­ They enjoy spending time Ann Arbor, MI 48109-0391 in a.m. Friday, Oct. 24, in the coach house able for purchase. (734) 647-7600 or with family in their yard, along Remembrance of Joe E. 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Cynthia Jamieson seemed to have endless energy as she ran around backstage at the celebrity fashion show last Wednesday at Burton Manor in Livonia. Jamieson coordinates the models for the annual Fall Festival of Fashion put on by the Redford Suburban League to raise money for Burger School for Students with Autism in Garden City. U.S. Marine 1st Lt. Eric Duchene and Miss Wayne County 2008 Nicoie Robin Sullivan of WMUZ pauses at the end of the runway during the 35th This year Rich Luterman, Blaszczyk walk together down the runway during the 35th Annual Redford Annual Redford Suburban League Celebrity Fashion Show Wednesday at WJBK Fox 2 chief meteo­ Suburban League Celebrity Fashion Show Wednesday at Burton Manor in Burton Manor in Livonia. rologist, Tracy Gary and Jim Jim Madaus of WWJTV and Jo-Jo Livonia. Madaus of WWJ-TV CBS 62, Shutty-MacGregor make their way and Audrey Sommers of the down the runway during the 35th Jamieson estimates 430 Catholic Television'Network Annua! Redford Suburban Celebrity tickets were sold for the event were chatting up a storm Fashion Show Wednesday at Burton plus $7,000 in raffle tick­ as they waited to take the Manor in Livonia. ets for dozens and dozens of stage in clothing provided designer baskets. by Lord & Taylor at Twelve of Alliance led by Burger "It was very exciting," said UPCOMING ADOPTION INFORMATION Oaks and Men's Wearhouse students Nicholas Bair and Jamieson. "We had a lot of MEETINGS IN FARMINGTON HILLS in Novi. Stylists from Lasting Trinity Irby who also mod­ positive feedback on the show. Impressions in Garden City eled fashions. Char Bialach, People loved the patriotic Domestic had done some of the models a Burger teacher, sang a opening and seeing the two October 14 7pm hair while Clinique artists beautiful rendition of God students there. Backstage MovombLi 18 7pm from Lord & Taylor added Bless America. Later, hus­ I was talking to Amanda color with makeup. band Stan's trumpet playing Spence of Lord & Taylor and Dicimbci 9 7|im Joe Gagnon, the Appliance lit up the runway with jazz. she said they would love to Doctor and Observer £2 Stan Bialach, who teaches at come back as would Men's Eccentric Newspapers col­ Burger, was also one of the Wearhouse and Lasting umnist, admitted to being a models. Impressions." little nervous as did Detroit Commentators Doris Biscoe Next year's celebrity fashion Demolition football player and Rich Fisher were wel­ show is scheduled for Oct. 21, Shannan Schluster, who grew comed back warmly for yet 2009. For more information, *v. up in Redford. another year. Not long after call Mariam Skinner at (734) The presentation began just the models started strut­ 981-6003. as lunch ended. A patriotic ting their stuff. It looked like introduction had everyone everyone was having a good [email protected] •* on their feet for the Pledge time. (734)953-2145

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Weaver and his wife, Natalie, are -¾ planning to hold cooking classes in ft spring. They regularly present their Better Living Seminars to quit smok­ ing and live a healthy lifestyle. Natalie, 84, is making a holiday pecan loaf with barbecue sauce or brown gravy, and a banana cranberry bread with the option of making the dessert without BYUNDAANNCHOMIN .eggs. O&E STAFF WRITER

ver was a: "I'm sure it's much healthier and until she decided to quit eating meat there's nothing better than having i good health as you're growing older," at age 16. Her grandfather was a cattle i rancher so she ate plenty of beef and said Natalie Weaver, who still walks a . fat-laden Southeradishes growing up. couple miles every morning with her What: Taste 60 different vegetarian It wasn't until she went to a Seventh- husband. I'm an experimental cook for the holidays and try not to use anything that isn't day Adventist boarding school and v. 9, three sessions . in the kitchei readily available in stores." the news sne was, Dr. Cheryl Kovalski is an oncologist at 11 a,m., 12:45 p.m. and 2:30 p.m. to a plant-based diet. at Garden City Hospital so she sees On Sunday, Nov. 9, she celebrates firsthand, the cancers directly related Adventist School Gym, 15885 Haggerty, to patients' diets. She's bringing a north of five Mile. ism to anyone interested in learning vegan black bean soup and an olive and Tlcfcets: $14 adults, $6 children ages 6- ' to cook meals without meat at the Tamrni Henderson (left) Julie Verhelie and Amber Bayer were among the nearly three dozen cheese appetizer, Kovalski is a lacto- 12. For details, visit www.veggieholiday, Holiday Tasting Extravaganza in the ova vegetarian which means she eats com or call (248) 446-9176. Metropolitan Seventh-day Adventist dairy products. She warns vegans, who School Gym in Plymouth. Many 15 years of the event will be for sale as little cheese, yogurt for protein." don't consume milk, eggs or cheese, to Seventh-day Adventists opt not to eat well as a CD with all 20 years of veg­ About 35 cooks will be standing make sure they get their B-12 and other reap benefits." said Higgins of South etarian and vegan dishes. by their dishes to answer questions vitamins. Lyon. "Look at Asia, India where starch "People can get into trouble if they including Weaver who's making sau­ "There has been a link between colon like rice or vegetables is the focus and sonal fitness trainer and donates her don't learn to cook properly," said sage and polenta stuffing and a dessert. cancer and meat and a high fat meat meat is a condiment. I believe people time teaching physical education at the Weaver, who earned a bachelor's degree from spaghetti squash instead of coco­ diet and breast cancer," said Kovalski. can have a healthy diet and still eat Seventh-day Adventists' Metropolitan in health and nutrition from Andrews nut to reduce cholesterol. ' "Studies have shown the best diet is meat but the bulk needs to be legumes, Junior Academy in Plymouth. She rode University and a master's of special "They come in the door and have a simple food, the less cooked the better grains, vegetables and fruits. What's her bicycle 100 miles in a Century Ride education from Madonna University in tray and pick up samples. We'll have and high in fiber. I believe in Creation. neat about the extravaganza is you can at the end of July at age 55. Livonia. "There are wonderful products loaves, patties, meatballs made with Our original diet was fruit, nuts and taste it and we give you the recipes. If "There will be over 60 dishes to taste now, meat analogues that contain TSP nuts, grains to help people get ideas," you come out with four that's a success everything from main to side dishes (textured soy protein) or some kind of said Weaver. "It's not as hard as people Ellen Higgins works at the and a good start to a good way to eat." and desserts, vegetarian and vegan grain. Try something different. Start make it out to be. It's a step at a time University of Michigan hospital in Ann Higgins works 10 to 12 hours at the dishes without dairy products," said thinking how many servings of beans once you decide to be healthier." Arbor as a physician's assistant and hospital so she doesn't have a lot of Weaver, owner of Fitness Concepts have I had. You should have two to Dr. Arthur Weaver, a retired general was a registered dietitian for about 20 time to cook. She tries to make dishes Plus. "We sell out the tasting every year three cups of beans a day. You could surgeon and professor of surgery at years. She has been cooking for the simple but good, as more and more research comes out have % to )i cup sprinkled on a salad or Wayne State University, agrees with his tasting event since it began. She's mak­ "Someone gave me some zucchini on the health benefits of vegetarian­ in a taco. Add vegetables. As a trainer if daughter-in-law, Jeanie, that a vegetar­ ing a holiday lasagna with butternut and yellow squash and I sauteed it ism. When you see research like this if I have an athlete I say you're not serious ian diet is good for health. He's never squash, sweet potatoes and low-fat with onion and had cooked brown rice you don't do it for the environment, do about your sport if they refuse to eat six eaten meat in his 85 years, leftover," said Higgins. "I put it in a it for yourself whether or not you're a servings a day. It helps stabilize weight, "The heart attack and cancer rate is jms is a utelong wrap. My husband poured it over'rice," vegetarian." keeps them from getting sick. Hard cut by about 50 percent," said Weaver. vegetarian but says, just because some­ said Higgins. "People say tofu tastes training will lower your immunity. You "It's easier to maintain your weight one doesn't eat meat doesn't mean they nasty. 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BY SHARON DARGAY the mechanics. 1 OSE STAFF WRITER If someone tells you to do something 100 times and * / Forget the bronze and you can't do it, can't you just golden falling leaves. Veronica maybe make a change some­ Jackson wants snow. where? So, that's what I start­ * "If we had snow, I'd go ed doing." 1 out today," said the Lansing Her Web site (www.jean- VjP' S» «w i L»*\ 'if ? woman who teaches skiing at niethoren.com), points out •#% • .i I Mt. Brighton Ski Resort. that a woman's center of grav­ . 1P She'd be on the slopes, wear­ ity is about an inch lower and ing the new boots and skis she further back than a man's ordered after attending a clinic making it difficult for her to on properly-equipping female keep her weight forward and * ' !• skiers Tuesday at Don Thomas keep ski tips from crossing or 4 ^ Sporthaus in Birmingham. wandering. Because her pel­ £ "Because I'm an older skier, vis is wider, a woman's femur I need equipment that works bone connects to the knee at a with me instead of against wider angle, sometimes caus­ me. The equipment was hold­ ing a knock-kneed stance on ing me back," said Jackson, skis. Women also may have who returned to the store insufficient power to turn on *v • I*. Wednesday for a personal boot skis, which can result in over- ,^ fitting. rotation as she swings her "I'm sorry that not more hips to bring the ski around. of my female ski buddies are The rotation forces her skis to here, because we all struggle slide out from under her and with the same things — get­ skid. Women also flex their ting the weight forward on the knees and ankles with more skis ^- and it's frustrating." difficulty than men and may Jeannie Thoren understands compensate by bending at the Jackson's frustration all too waist to bring her weight for­ t&i well. ward. But the problem worsens The Marquette native, who on steeper slopes. PHOTOS BV LAWRENCE MCKEE STAFF PHOTOGRAPHER now lives in Duluth, Minn., experienced the same difficul­ SOLUTIONS Ski expert Jeannie Thoren has a laugh with Gloria Harden, {left) Detroit and Dynastar Lange representative Eric Smith. Thoren showed women how to ty for years. It compelled her Through trial and error properly fit equipment - and become better skiers in the process - while visiting Don Thomas Sporthaus in Birmingham Wednesday. to look at the biomechanical Thoren discovered that by differences between men and altering their equipment fit, checked out Thoren's Web site, years. It's a different way of women and use the knowledge women can improve their attended the clinic and then going about things. Men are Ski expert she gained to solve a variety of skills on the slopes. got expert advice at a personal more interested in technical Jeannie Thoren performance problems — from Moving bindings forward, fitting. "My knees would go in features and women are more was at Don crossed skis to wobbly knees for example, can alleviate like a knock-knee effect, but feelers. It's a different, more ,?•' Thomas Sporthaus — which she talks about in the over-rotation and compensate with her fixes, that all goes feminine way of reaching in Birmingham clinics and fittings she pres­ for the lower center of grav­ away. women. If the woman wants Wednesday. ents across the country. Her ity, helping female skiers keep "I'm excited because I'm to get into the technical, of two-day stop in Birmingham their weight forward. Foot going to Winter Park (in course I know all that too," last week was part of more beds, lifts and other orthot­ Colorado) in seven weeks and I Thoren said. than a month-long tour. ics align the foot properly in can't wait." She suggests that women "The guys were telling me the boot and can solve knock- Thoren asked Harden and check out her Web site before to do something I couldn't do, kneed and flex problems. other women she fitted for heading to a ski shop for new no matter how hard I tried, "My tips crossed and my left equipment to feel different equipment. no matter how good a shape I leg is wobbly. So she added styles of boots and lifts. "Typically, walking into a ski was in, no matter how much some lifts and the quality of "Women are feelers, so I shop, they don't have her kind I spent on my equipment," the boot will make a difference don't talk a lot about features. of knowledge that she shared Thoren said. "I still couldn't do as well," said Gloria Harden I just say, 'Here, try this. with us, and that the guys here the things they were telling me of Detroit. A member of the Walk around in it.' I've been (at Don Thomas) have as well," to dn. So, I played around with Jim Dandy Ski Club, Harden working with women for 30 Harden added.

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CROSSWORD PUZZLER BOOKS Paperbook series (no 734-328-212? covers) - Cheerleaders or CANTON Moving Sale I Sweet Valley High - series for Appliances, HGTV, washer/ KITCHEN TABLE & Chairs 7525] teenage girls. 734-522-3476 ACROSS 40 Not suitable dryer, dinette set, sofa sleeper, Solid oak 5 piece kitchen table off or more! 43 Japanese household goods. Sat., Oct. with upholstered chairs. $250 DELTA WOODWORKING 1 Ick opposite theater Answer to Previous Puzzle 25,10-4pm. 313-674-0070. 734-728-3866 EQUIPMENT 4 wood shapers, 6 Months Same as Cash' 4 Break in 46 Superman's girl (1) 36 inch wood iathe, (2) K "With Approved Credit & 7 Gush forth' V I N I R L A M S CANTON ONE DAY SALE QUEEN BED $89 Pillowtop 47 Pen part • s joiners. Reasonable price. Minimum Purchase Oct 23. Stratford Park Sub. mattress. New in plastic 11 Quite similar 48 Skillful F I V E H B 0 E M I R 734-748-2349 13 A Miss America 50 Birthday suit 7805 Rutherford Ct., Warren w/warranty. Can deliver. A T 0 M H E M S A R I & Beck. All sizes of kid's Call 248-416-6288 Many Popular Breeds host wearer THAT WORK FOR YOU! including: Boxer Cocker T A R R E N T clothes & more! Birds & Fish 7820] 14 Meadow rodent 51 MacGraw opH s_M RE-UPHOLSTERY. Fast and Spaniel, Dachshund, De­ 15 Southwest of films L Y I D I- OM U R 1-800-579 SELL signer Mixes, Shih T?i; GARDEN CITY ,6133 Areola, inexpensive. Estimate and feature 52 Otherwise s s delivery - free. Yorkies, etc. R i A B E T E next to Garden City Hospital. MACAW BIRD Blue & gold, 16 Dark brew 53 Presently •HA Oct 23-25, 9-5pm. Reasonably [email protected] CHRISTMAS TREE 6 1/2' 10yr. old female, excellent 17 Buffalo's lake 54 Saucepan G 0 0 S E SH P HAS E S priced, gently used, boys & Tel: 248-613-1024 Mountain King Artificial manners, excellent health. Petland 18 Pistil top 55 Husk U CH K E E N girls clothing, infant to 16 & With large cage. $800 734- o Christmas Tree, excellent con­ TABLES-Set of White Formica, 20 Desolate ™" many other items. 564-8431 A R T N A L 0 R 0 dition. All pieces, stands 1 coffee, 2 end tables. HOWIE Westland 21 Brown of DOWN intact. Stored in original box. R A T E I G U P LIVONIA Ciarenceville High GYM - W/ weights, RCA TV- renown • D Needs a loving home. Please School, 20155 MiddlebeltRd., 19", Oak Frame Mirror, make Across from ••A Lo P 0 R A G S L I T call (734) 679-8347 if inter­ 22 Trim Tasty tuber btwn 7 & 8 Mile Rds. offer. Call: (734) 421-3815 Westland Mall ested. Westland area. 23 Kind Hula accompa­ L 0 U D i D A L E N S Saturday, October 25, 9-4pm. (734) 367-9906 niment BLUE POINT/SIAMESE MIX of pollution 0 E A S P E R G REFRIGERATOR Magic Chef Spots $20. 248-919-0277 petlandwesltand.com Vapor L s H Appliances 3 yrs old, looking for good 26 Shaped clay brand, white, works good. 11-16© 2007 United Feature Syndicate. Inc. Redford - Unique & common home. Older couple, no chil­ 30 It gives a hoot Paper quanti­ 734-718-2877 stuff. Lots Of it! 16285 dren or other pets. Call: 248- 31 Charged ties STOVE - Whirlpool Self Losl- Pets Pomona. 3 blks W of Beech. 1 470-8600, [email protected] particle Earthen jar 12 Toe coverers 24 Have bills to Cleaning Oven, oven light, Blk N of Puritan. Oct. 24 & 32 Khan of note Casual farewell 19 Thousand, to pay ' clock, $175. 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Call: (734) 397-8187 ' 31 Belief Just N. of Lone Pine Household Goods 11 - 34 Up and about CHIHUAHUAS Adorable pup­ LOST DOG - Small beagle $5 Admission. 248-988-0924 Z2l 14 35 Peach-center pies, all sizes. 2 litters. $500 mix. female, lost 10/16 near 15 36 Chaperoned BED $175, NEW Queen Pillow TRAILMATE DESOTO CLAS­ or best offer. 734-259-3346 Napier & 5 Mile. Please call. SIC Adult 3 wheel, exc. cond., girl Arts & Crafts Top Mattress & Box, in plastic 734-259-5016 ' (574) 206-4148 " with warranty. Can Deliver. Bought for $800, will sell for 19 A••20 37 Display, (734) 326-2744 $300 or best offer. GOLDEN RETRIEVER LOST YORKIE-Missing since as charm LIVONIA Oct. 24, 12-6pm & 734-721-4970 10/13/08, Bam Bam. no coi- r 39 Monk's garb Pups AKC, Dad English import 22 Oct. 25, 10-4. 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YORKIE PUPS - AKC, Male & town Northville, behind Fully trained female, good w/ female, vet checked, shots & 41 42 44 45 & Eccentric Classifieds! 40 Miller's. Thurs. Oct 23, 9am- 1-8G0-579-SELL children. Call for details: de-wormed, $600-$750, par­ 4pm, Oct 24, 9am-1pm. , 1-800-579-7355 (734) 453-3107 ents on site. (734) 525-8799 46 • 49

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1 Mile West of Southfietd Freeway FORD BD Jack Demmer www.demmer.com Jack Demtner MICHIGAN AVENUE SALES SERVICE "Plus tax, title, license and plates. All applicable factory rebates Included in price. Mountaineer Includes owner loyalty. All leases are 10,500 mffes/yr. with approved credit. See Jack Demmer Lincoln Mercury for complete details. All offers subject to change due to early print deadlines. Security deposit waived. Offer ends 10-31 -08. i Ti^ Vi^ik $ pi;j3ift$6ftitt5 Bflcrndgy^day 7am»6pm www.hometQwnlife.com Observer & Eccentric | Sunday, October 19,2008 (*) (J11 ^O; (*) Observer & Lccenti 1c | Sunday, October 19,; www.liometownlife.com

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