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BERKLEY — The former Jewish Community Center of Metropolitan Detroit, located in West Bloomfield, is aiming to open a new center in Berkley within the next couple of years.

In addition to its announcement of its rebrand as “The J,” the center will be opening a space in Berkley at 27333 Woodward Ave. in 2025.

Sarah Allyn, chief operating officer of The J, said the center was looking to open its new space somewhere on the east side of Telegraph Road. They reviewed factors including accessibility, visibility and parking square footage and felt the location on Woodward checked all the boxes.

“The geographic location is pretty central for many different communities, from Pleasant Ridge and Ferndale all the way up to the northern parts of Southfield,” she said.

“It felt like a pretty central location for that side of town. It was the square footage we wanted and needed, and had the parking that we wanted and needed. It is, I think, 0.2 miles from a bus stop. There’s walkability, there’s bikeability, and so this was really the best choice for us.”

City Manager Matt Baumgarten said in a text message

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FERNDALE — Ferndale’s big fall art fairs will be making their returns this month.

The Funky Ferndale Art Fair and DIY Street Fair will take place on both sides of Nine Mile Road Sept.

22-24. The Funky Ferndale Art Fair is located on West Nine Mile, and the DIY Street Fair is located on East

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The Funky Ferndale Art Fair will be celebrating its 19th year with 140 artists participating, around 20 more than its previous high, according to Event Producer Mark Loeb.

One of the things Loeb is excited about for the event this year is the participation of artist David Zinn, who will be doing some chalk art installations on Troy See FAIRS on page 13A

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ROYAL OAK — The Arts, Beats & Eats festival took place Sept 1-4 in downtown Royal Oak, attracting hundreds of thousands of people to the event over the course of the Labor Day weekend.

Arts, Beats & Eats, headlined by, among others, Bell Biv DeVoe and Joan Jett & the Blackhearts, was estimated to have brought 345,000 people to Royal Oak. The numbers are down 7%, according to Event Producer Jon Witz, but that being said, he’s thrilled with how the festival turned out.

“We just got a lot of feedback on everything we did musically and some of our new attractions. We’re just very excited about the results of the events, and as far as the fundraising, we’re tabulating things up and we’re projecting a number that’s north of $300,000 for local nonprofits,” he said.

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BY GREG TASKER NORTHERN MICHIGAN — What better way to truly explore the beauty of autumn than a road trip, especially in northern Michigan. While there are plenty of scenic rural stretches across the state, the upper stretch of the mitten offers countless panoramas of forested ridges, dunes and lakeshores ablaze in fiery reds, oranges and yellows.

Fall officially starts Saturday, Sept. 23, but colors across the northern lower peninsula are expected to reach partial to peak displays the first two weeks of October, according to various sites tracking fall foliage. If you’re thinking about a road trip north, here are a few scenic drives to consider.

Tunnel of Trees, M-119

This 20-mile scenic stretch along Lake Michigan, from Harbor Springs to Cross Village, is by no means a road less traveled (expect heavy traffic on weekends and other times), but there’s a reason why it’s so popular and a must-visit in the fall. Officially a state highway, M-119, this shoreline road is thick with trees, their canopies reaching over the roadway. In the fall, the trees create a tunnel of colors. Adding to the magic are glimpses of Lake Michigan, nature preserves and small villages. Just outside Harbor Springs, Pond Hill Farm offers a one-stop fall extravaganza, with pumpkin patches, hay rides, u-pick fruit, hot cider, donuts and more. There’s a playground for kids and farm animals to feed.

LEFT AND BELOW: Photos provided by Traverse City Tourism Farther north, stop at the Good Hart General Store, in the village of Good Hart, home to a few hundred people. The general store is a rare find and serves as the village’s grocery, bakery, deli and post office. You can pick up homemade pies, cookies and other treats. If you’re looking for a diversion to a local beach or picnic spot, the store staff will guide you. At the end of the sometimes twisting route lies See TRIPS on page 9A

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“Love what you’re doing,” McLaughlin said he would advise others. “If you love what you’re doing and helping people, it’s a big thing, you know. And they always remember you.”

Mclaughlin attributes his longevity to “the Good Lord.” He said he has survived World War II, when he served in the U.S. Army for three years as a court reporter from 1943-1945 in Japan and the South Pacific.

He left with the rank of corporal. He said he has also survived cancer, a heart attack, and a stroke.

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METRO DETROIT — The majority of people look forward to retirement somewhere around the age of 65. However, for some, retirement is simply a boring separation from a career they love, and thus they choose to forgo it. “(Working) wants you to stay alive,” said Dick McLauglin, of Macomb Township. “You have that feeling of, ‘Oh, I’ve done enough. I can sleep in this morning.’

But you get up, you know, and get going, and that’s what I like.”

At the ripe young age of 100, McLaughlin works an average 20 hours a week over five days as a funeral director and pre arrangement counselor at Wm Sullivan & Son Funeral Directors in Royal Oak, where he has worked since 1953. McLaughlin said he retired for two weeks in 1988 but was so bored that he jumped at the chance to return to his job after the owner asked him to return.

“You burn your duff off sitting at the house,” said McLaughlin.

“I stood out there on my deck and said to my wife, ‘I wonder what I can do. I can’t play golf every day,’ and honest to God, John (Sullivan) called me the next day and says, ‘Dick, you want to come back to work?’ I says, ‘Yeah,’” McLaughlin recalled with a chuckle.

He said he loves his job as it allows him the opportunity to take care of people in their hour of need.

“Just taking care of people when they are in so much trouble mentally, usually, and just taking care of them … it just catches you when you did something satisfactory.

You want to stay,” said McLaughlin. “You’re helping people get through a bad time, you know, and it’s just really a good thing.”

According to McLaughlin, his job also helps him retain a youthful mentality, and he enjoys the company of “young” people. He said he is only as old as the person he is with.

“When I’m with you, I’m your age.

When I’m with her, I’m her age. I don’t get any older than what you are, you know,” said McLaughlin. “And there’s a lot of young people working here.”

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McLaughlin said his family thinks he has worked enough. However, he said he completely disagrees. He said he doesn’t know what he’d do without his job. He says having a job allows seniors such as himself to stay busy and keep out of trouble.

Mike Lope, the co-owner of Wm Sullivan & Son Funeral Directors, describes McLaughlin as “unbelievable.” Lope said McLaughlin has worked with every funeral director and owner of Sullivan & Son — including his great-grandfather, who founded the business in 1906 — and is well known in the industry.

“It starts with his character,” said Lope.

“He has always put families first. So, in this line of work you have to be good with the rest of the staff, but he’d always put the families and the community first. When you have that person, you don’t want to lose them. Around the building, it’s his sense of humor, embracing the rest of the staff sort of like family. … He’s just a special guy. He always has been. He’s been a mentor to all the younger people. He’s always been good at what he does from the funeral director side, but also management and making sure that

the staff understands what they’re doing. It’s always good to have him around, and we’ll keep him around as long as he wants to be here.”

According to Lope, McLaughlin has always said that without the job, he doesn’t know if he’d still be alive. Lope said he believes that having the job keeps McLaughlin alive and keeps him going as it gives him something to do.

“It’s kept him really sharp. Coming in to work and putting a suit on and being with individuals out in the community on funerals, meeting with them for their needs. And he’s just sort of like a perfect example of the fact that you don’t have to stop working. You can keep working and do it on your terms,” said Lope.

Mclaughlin is not the only one working well into his golden years. James Huntley Sr., 80, of Roseville, continues to work as a machine repairman at Avon Machining in Shelby Township, even after suffering a heart attack on the job in November.

“I just love working. I love the people I work with, work for. They treat me fine. … I just love coming to work,” Huntley said. “I was home for them 10 weeks. I could tell you every car and what time of day that was coming up and down the street, because I couldn’t do nothing. It was crazy.

I can’t shovel snow. I can’t cut grass. I can’t cut branches down. I can’t do anything. So, in 79 years I have been working with these hands. Still got all 10 fingers. But I can’t stop working.”

Huntley recalled that his doctor had wanted him to retire after the heart attack, but Huntley told him no. They compromised on 24 hours a week, but after working four weeks at part-time hours, he insisted that his doctor let him return to full-time duties, and he now works 40 hours a week.

Huntley’s advice to workers is to find a career they enjoy.

According to Melissa Brown, of Avon Machining, the company offers phased retirement. Phased retirement allows retirement-age employees the opportunity to create a schedule that they want to adhere to.

She said this enables the employees to work while technically retired, allowing them to earn extra money while mentoring younger employees. However, she said those who partake in the program don’t typically work 40 hours a week.

Brown described Huntely as the hardest working person at the company.

“Oh my gosh, he never ever stops moving from the time he gets here,” she said.

“He is always working. He is always finding something to do.”

“Jimmy outworks anybody in this place. Anybody,” said John Binkowski, a machinist who works on Huntely’s team.

“He outworks our 20-year-olds,” added Brown.

“Except me. He busts my tail, let me tell you. And I love it, cause the days go by fast, but he doesn’t stop. He’s a go-getter, and he loves this job. He’s ornery, funny and very hard working,” said Binkowski.

Both Huntley and McLaughlin still drive themselves to and from work, which for both men is an approximately 45-minute commute. They both joked that they continued to work because they are/were married, as they spoke of their wives with found regard.

According to Lope, it is quite common in the funeral industry to hire seniors for positions such as funeral assistant. In fact, he said, they actually solicit seniors for the positions, because of their experience and connections in the community, and willingness to be flexible with schedules. He said the assistants usually work 10 to 20 hours per week. Lope said that it has proved to be beneficial for both the seniors and the funeral home because of the flexibility offered and needed by the positions.

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Clawson Fall Festival to take place Sept. 30 CLAWSON — The Clawson Fall Festival will take place from 3 to 7 p.m. Sept. 30 at Clawson City Park, 935 N. Custer Ave. According to a press release, the festival will include a petting zoo, live music from award-winning musician Angela Predhomme, an artisan market, local nonprofits committed to providing outreach services, hayrides, the Clawson Senior Center bake sale, local food trucks, the Clawson Fire Department’s bonfire, and other activities for the entire family.

SENIOR EXPO

ROYAL OAK — The Royal Oak Senior Expo will be held from 10 a.m. to 1 p.m. Oct. 4 at the Royal Oak Farmers Market, 316 E. 11 Mile Road.

The news release stated that the expo connects seniors and caregivers with more than 50 organizations that specialize in assistance and care for them in Royal Oak and southeastern Michigan. This includes assisted living, Alzheimer’s information, home care, veterans benefits, mobility solutions and Medicare.

There also will be a variety of free health screenings for attendees, hourly prize drawings, giveaways and complimentary refreshments.

“The Royal Oak Senior Expo is the perfect opportunity for attendees to connect with dozens of helpful organizations in their community dedicated to helping seniors,” the release states. “Admission is free plus, attendees can enjoy free refreshments, health screenings and hourly prize drawings! It’s truly the perfect way to learn about the variety (of) services and products available for seniors in their community.”

FOSTER GRANDPARENTS NEEDED

OAKLAND COUNTY — The Foster Grandparent Program is looking for volunteers.

According to a news release, FGP volunteers provide “one-on-one support to children with special or exceptional needs to develop the academic and life skills that are crucial for their development and future success.”

The FGP, organized by Catholic Charities of Southeast Michigan, is open to volunteers who are income eligible, age 55 and older. They will serve between 20 and 40 hours a week.

“FGP volunteers receive an orientation and monthly training to equip them with the skills needed to help students. They also receive a stipend, accident and liability insurance, as well as travel reimbursement and meals,” according to the release.

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“This award is a testament to the hard work and passion that our team puts into creating the finest chocolates,” said David Ogloza, the founder of Quix Chocolate.

Quix Chocolate’s award further solidifies the company’s reputation for its distinctive blend of traditional Belgian craftsmanship and luxury gifting.

For more information about Quix Chocolate, visit quixchocolate.com or the store at 221 W. Troy St., Suite 200, in Ferndale, or call (248) 455-6504.

Members of CAMEO, which stands for “Come And Meet Each Other,” “enjoy monthly meetings that host local and national speakers, lectures and displays, demonstrations of quilting techniques, retreats, workshops, sewing quilts for charity and much more,” the release states.

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FERNDALE — The Ringwald Theatre at Affirmations in Ferndale will start its 17th year with a fundraiser performance of “Candy Corn, Christ, and the Convoluted Creation of Golf.”

The show will begin Oct. 6 and run until Oct. 29. All proceeds will go to Affirmations. The show was described as “a fresh look at the New Testament story with several unique, fun-filled twists.”

“This is not your grandfather’s Jesus!” Director Antonio David Garcia said in a prepared statement. “This is a comedy, first and foremost, and we want people to laugh. Also, at a time when the queer community is under attack every single day, and so much of that vitriol and homophobia is coming from the conservative religious right, I think it’s entirely appropriate and just that a progressive comedy about the life of Christ be produced and raise dollars for Michigan’s largest LGBTQ Community Center. I think Jesus would agree.”

Tickets to the show cost $25 for shows Fridays-Sundays.

Tickets are available at theringwald.com. The Ringwald is located inside Affirmations at 290 W. Nine Mile Road.

BERKLEY — The city of Berkley will be holding a grand opening of its new inclusive playground at 6 p.m. Sept. 20 at Jaycee Park, 3765 Webster Road.

According to a press release, the playground features amenities that enable children and adults of all abilities to interact with one another and play. These amenities include a soft surface design throughout the play area, a friendship swing and other accessible swings, a ramp-accessible large play structure, sensory panels and music, as well as accessible seating.

“We are so excited to celebrate the completion of the new playground at Jaycee Park and all that it offers Berkley residents and visitors,” Parks and Recreation Director Theresa McArleton said in a prepared statement. “This was a labor of love for our team and our community, and we are incredibly grateful to the many individuals who gave so generously to make this playground even better.

“We also want to thank the Michigan Economic Development Corporation for helping us create a beautiful space where children and adults of all ages and abilities can come together to play and build community — and enhance the visitor experience at Jaycee Park.”

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KNOW WHEN TO PLANT NEW ADDITIONS TO YOUR LANDSCAPE

TOP AND ABOVE LEFT: When adding trees and shrubs to your landscape, planting in the fall offers several benefits.

ABOVE RIGHT: Planting at the wrong time can result in a failed tree.

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mals and serve as host plants for moths. In contrast, boxwood can attract pests like leaf miners and spider mites,” Ott said.

The challenge lies in finding species that blend beauty with biodiversity, offering homes and food to beneficial insects and pollinators.

“Remember, trees and shrubs are your allies in reducing energy consumption. They can save up to 25% of a household’s heating

and cooling energy. They also lower surface temperatures on driveways and sidewalks, reduce lawn maintenance and the need for harmful chemicals and fertilizers, and create peaceful, dust-free environments,” Ott said.

For more information, garden coaching or to contact Ott, visit mythymegardens. com or call (586) 255-4386.

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METRO DETROIT — Planting new trees, bushes, shrubs and flowers can really brighten up a landscape and boost curb appeal, but knowing when to plant them is the key to having a thriving yard.

When timed right, planting additions can result in long-lasting landscaping; however, when timed wrong, you could be planting your hard-earned money to rest forever.

The key is to know what season and weather are best for new plants.

Linda Pelloni, the director of the Shelby Gardeners Club, said fall is the best time to plant.

“When adding trees and shrubs to your landscape, planting in the fall offers several benefits. It’s an ideal time for you, as all the hard gardening work of spring and the upkeep of summer will be winding down — plus it’s the best time for the tree,” Pelloni said in an email interview.

She said Marianne Willburn, gardening expert and author, says that the following are best to plant in the fall: butterfly bush, hydrangea, forsythia, beauty berry, viburnum and more.

“A shrub by definition is a woody, multi-stemmed plant, either deciduous or evergreen, that can grow from just a few inches high to over ten feet tall. Cooler air temperatures in the fall give freshly planted trees and shrubs a better chance to develop healthier root systems more rapidly than those planted in hotter months,” Pelloni said.

She said the recommended time for moving trees and shrubs is during the dor-

mant season. Early spring is generally the best time to transplant; conditions should be ideal for rapid root growth. Digging should be done when the soil is moist and when the plant is not under moisture stress.

Jennifer Ott, of My Thyme Gardens, which serves Macomb and Oakland counties, said autumn is the perfect time to nurture your green space by planting trees and shrubs. While early spring has its charms, fall planting comes with distinct advantages.

“Unlike the summer heat, fall provides milder temperatures, reducing the stress on newly planted trees and shrubs. Planting in the fall gives them a head start on establishing strong root systems before winter arrives,” she said in an email.

Ott said the soil is still warm from summer, offering an ideal environment for root growth. If a plant is planted during the summer heat, it will quickly dry out, turn a brown or orange color and die.

“Fall planting ensures your green additions have time to acclimate before the snow blankets the ground. The sweet spot for planting trees and shrubs is six to eight weeks before mid to late December, typically from early September through mid-October. Take advantage of fall sales at your local nurseries for the best deals,” she said.

She said that when choosing your green additions, think beyond aesthetics and consider their impact on the local ecosystem.

“For example, planting an oak tree not only provides shade but supports a staggering 2,300 species, including various birds, fungi, invertebrates, and mammals. Opt for native species like inkberry over less resilient options like boxwood. Inkberry’s berries offer sustenance to birds and small mam-

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Legs Inn in Cross Village. It’s as kitschy and rustic as you might imagine but the inn is well-known for serving some of the best Polish fare around — including pierogi, smoked whitefish and stuffed cabbage.

M-22, Manistee to Glen Arbor

It’s a long and winding road from Manistee to Glen Arbor, but one far less-traveled than the popular Tunnel of Trees. Pick up Route 22 just north of Manistee and follow along the Lake Michigan coastline, past orchards and vineyards and farm stands selling apples and other seasonal produce. The two-lane highway passes through small communities like Onekama, Arcadia, Elberta and around picturesque inland lakes. There are spots along the way to pause and take in views of Lake Michigan. Stop in Frankfort for a cold brew at Stormcloud Brewing Co. or shop along its tidy main street. Farther north, the road passes through Sleeping Bear Dunes National Lakeshore. Learn more about the nearly 72,000-acre park at the Philip A. Hart Visitor Center in Empire or detour along Pierce Stocking Scenic Drive for even more impressive views of Lake Michigan. Empire is also home to one of the best chocolatiers around, the Grocer’s Daughter Chocolate Shop. Always busy, Glen Arbor boasts several restaurants, gift shops, wine tastings, bike rentals and paddling adventures. M-22 continues along the perimeter of the Leelanau Peninsula, with easy access to about two dozen wineries, busy with harvest in the fall, and other small towns — Leland, Northport and Suttons Bay.

River Road, River Road National Scenic Byway

The River Road parallels the winding Au Sable River in northeastern lower Michigan, from Oscoda to Huron-Manistee National Forest. The 22-mile stretch, known as the River Road National Scenic Byway, offers wonderful views of the famous river from high vantage points and stops at wellknown landmarks. One of the best viewing spots is the Foote Pond Overlook, where you can see the river from high sand bluffs.

It’s also a great location to see eagles that nest nearby. The river, which empties into Lake Huron, was once a major transportation route for floating giant white pines from the surrounding forests. The Lumberman’s Monument Visitor Center pays homage to that past and shares the stories of lumberjacks through videos and displays.

A 14-foot bronze Lumberman’s Monument stands high on a bank overlooking the river, a sure-bet photo opp for Instagramers.

Along the way, stop at Iargo Springs and descend the 300 or so stairs to the clear springs. The stairs were built by the Civilian Conservation Corps in the 1930s, but the springs were first discovered and used by Native Americans. The surrounding forest is abundant with outdoor activities, everything from camping and hiking to trails for off-road vehicles. Cap your road trip with a ride on the AuSable River Queen, the only paddlewheel boat operating in northern Michigan. It’s a wonderful way to enjoy views of exploding colors along the river, from the river.

Greg Tasker is a Traverse City-based freelance writer.

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ABOVE: Seymour Markowitz, of West Bloomfield, here with his yellow 2009 Pontiac Solstice, has owned convertibles since he was a teenager.

RIGHT: Markowitz gets a lot of compliments on his 2009 Pontiac Solstice convertible, which he drives to work every day.

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LEFT: The divorce attorney keeps photos in his office of his many adventures: mountain climbing, riding elephants, and flying helicopters and gliders.

Along with his Pontiac Solstice, Markowitz has owned many convertibles, including a Chrysler Crossfire, an Audi, a BMW, a 1963 XKE Jaguar and an Excalibur.

METRO DETROIT — “Not a week goes by that someone doesn’t say, ‘I love your car,’” Seymour Markowitz said about his 2009 Pontiac Solstice convertible.

The West Bloomfield resident feels the same way about his sunshinecolored sports car.

“There’s something special about this car. It’s such a cute car. It’s a fun car,” Markowitz, 86, said. “I put the top down the whole summer. With the top down, it’s gorgeous. It has beautiful lines on it. It’s in great shape.

There’s no rust or anything on it.”

The Pontiac Solstice was in production from 2005 to 2010, but in that short period of time it made an impression on Markowitz. Every day, he drives his yellow model to his law office in Bingham Farms, where he has been a divorce lawyer for 60 years.

Markowitz drives the two-seater in style by keeping a collection of baseball caps in the car to wear when driving. While he’s fashionable, there’s also a practical reason for the headwear.

“I have to wear hats because the hair flies in your face,” he said.

Every car Markowitz has owned has been a convertible with the exception of a Lincoln he drove in 1972. His passion for convertibles began as a teenager.

“It’s like a motorcycle. It’s open. I like the idea of the openness,” he said. “When you love something, you love something. We each have our own things that bring us pleasure.”

When he had his bar mitzvah at age 13, the teen received gifts of money he put away for safekeeping. A few years later, he used the savings to buy his first set of wheels. He attended Central High School in Detroit at the time.

“It was a ’47 Pontiac convertible. It was candy-apple red. I bought it at night. It was $265. I was 16, and that was in 1953,” he said. “I drove it home. The first day me and three guys pushed it to school so I could show my car at school. That was my first convertible. How exciting it was.”

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Street. He’ll also be leading an already-filled workshop on chalk art with attendees.

“We’re really focusing on Troy Street because this is the first year we’ve been able to fully utilize it with the parking structure up and running,” he said. “So we’ve got him doing some installations on Troy Street, and then the people who were in the workshop will be given chalk and turned loose on the rest of the festival to go crazy.”

The Funky Ferndale Art Fair will feature its juried art show; different mediums such as paintings, sculptures, jewelry, mixed media, fiber and clay; and a tent spotlighting

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that, because the development process is in its early stages, he can’t provide comment on the project at this time.

“I am excited at (the) prospect (of ) this project and that our city is continuing to grow and attract diverse organizations such as the Jewish Community Center,” he said.

“We look forward to working with the center’s team during the development process of this project.”

Allyn stated the plan is to renovate and

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work with us because of the flexibility, the hours,” said Lope. “We’re very flexible as far as when people want to be here and how much time they want to spend here. … It is something that I think has worked out well.

It is one of those things that people say is mutually beneficial.”

He said that between the two Sullivan & Son locations, in Royal Oak and Utica, they currently have close to a dozen employees over the age of 65, and while a few — including his father, his uncle and McLaughlin — are actually funeral directors, many have come into the industry as a second career.

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The art fair was the first one Loeb helped start years ago, so organizing it every year is a bit sentimental for him.

“It’s a theme that’s after my heart because, as I’ve said, it’s kind of like the art fair for people who didn’t realize that they loved art,” he said.

Across Woodward Avenue, the DIY Street Fair will be held for its 15th year. Cofounder Krista Johnston stated that there will be many new artists participating. Of the 150 artists taking part, around 40% of them are new to DIY. “We really try to champion these local artists so that they have this opportunity to sell their work and they feel so empowered by it as well, to the point where they quit

their regular 9 to 5 and they do this full time,” she said. “It’s really an honor to be part of that journey for so many artists. …

There are so many artists that tell me that the DIY Street Fair is where they got the start and inspiration to do so.”

In addition, there also will be food offerings from Detroit BBQ, Shredderz, The Drunken Rooster, Backdraft BBQ, House of Mac, Little Lou’s and Real Taco Express.

There also will be live music from artists including Ted Leo, Joe Hertler & the Rainbow Seekers, and The Beggars.

One of the things Johnston wanted to focus on when organizing the event was to bring in an eclectic mix of offerings for attendees to check out and enjoy.

“I think people do tend to do a lot of

their holiday shopping at this event, and we really try to have, for example, there’s two ceramicists, they really have to have their each individual style. So every single booth that you see out of 150 artists that are there really has this unique vantage point. I always try to just focus on positivity, inclusivity and having a great time,” she said.

The hours for the Funky Ferndale Art Fair are 3 to 7:30 p.m. Friday, Sept. 22; 10 a.m. to 7:30 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 23; and 11 a.m. to 6 p.m. Sunday, Sept. 24.

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add some square footage to the building. As for how the space will be utilized, she described it as “very flexible and agile” in terms of its use.

Allyn said The J has two primary goals in the use of the space. One is to bring existing programs and some new programs to the space.

“We offer arts and culture programs and education programs. We offer programs for seniors, kids and families, and recreation.

So the idea is to bring a taste of all of that programming to this space, but the space will remain flexible,” she said. “We will have rooms that can be used for a senior flexibility

and mobility class one day and a lecture the next day. And we’re really excited to bring a lot of the programs that happen here in West Bloomfield over to that side of town.”

The other goal, Allyn said, is to have sort of a co-working model where anyone from the community can come in and feel like they have a warm and welcoming space to use.

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fully become a gathering spot for the community,” she said.

“We’re so excited,” she continued. “We currently do a lot of programming out in the community. So when we talk about the programs that The J offers, we say in person, online or out in the community. So many of our departments offer programming at coffee shops, at public parks, at synagogues or other spaces. And we definitely do a lot of programming on that side of town because there’s a demand for it. We’re super excited to have a space to call not just our own, but the community’s.”

Often, the seniors are retired firefighters, police officers, nurses, pastors, etc. Lope said they often find their senior employees through their community connections with schools, churches and events. He said that, generally, someone will simply tell them they are interested in some extra work, and they don’t typically have to advertise for the positions.

According to Lope, funeral assistants are critical to their organization, doing things such as helping to direct people to where they need to go, and assisting families during visitations and other tasks during funeral services, such as bringing flowers or caskets into the parlor, church or cemetery.

“We always look for folks that are good in the community and understand what

we’re doing and trying to do,” said Lope.

“Most of them are, I would guess, late 60s to mid 70s. So, somewhere between 65 and 80, but still super useful in the fact that they’re all very sharp communicators and able to do what they need to do. … Over the years they’ve been a group of people we look to hire. They’ve been very helpful. … They become very polished and very understand-

ing of what families need and what their expectations are and what funeral service is all about. It’s been a great fit for us. … It’s really kind of a cool gig for a lot of the seniors that work with us.”

Binkowski summed up some of the admiration: “Just that they’re that age and they’re still sharp, when I forgot my keys coming in.”

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The third annual American Speed Festival will be held from Sept. 28 through Oct. 1 at the M1 Concourse in Pontiac. The American Speed Festival will have several events throughout the four-day event and will celebrate three significant automotive anniversaries: 100 years of Americans at Le Mans, 70 years of Corvette, and 50 years of the International Race of Champions (IROC) Series.

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PONTIAC — Fasten your seat belts — it’s time for the third annual American Speed Festival.

The event will race into town from Sept. 28 through Oct. 1 at the M1 Concourse, located at 1 Concourse Drive, which is situated at the northwest corner of Woodward Avenue and South Boulevard.

“The American Speed Festival offers more than just static displays; it provides an engaging and captivating experience for people of all ages,” an American Speed Festival press release states. “Attendees can fully immerse themselves in the event, hearing the thunderous roar of a NASCAR as it enters the pit lane, catching the scent of burning rubber around the track, and witnessing the thrilling spectacle of time attacks. It’s an interactive event that truly brings the excitement to life.”

The M1 Concourse is a playground for any car buff. The 87-acre property features a 1.5-mile road course, an events center, and indoor and outdoor spaces that overlook the racetrack. Also built on-site are private car condominiums that feature living rooms, kitchenettes and personal garages, which will open for a fee on late Friday afternoon.

The four-day American Speed Festival is a chance for car owners and spectators to mingle in an automotive setting. There will be race car drivers and sports car owners onsite. Everything from vintage Indy cars to

historic stock vehicles to classic cars will spin their wheels. Some of the cars were built for speed, while others became popular because of their unique style.

“It will be a mix of early classic cars, Packards from the 1930s, cars from the ’50s, ’60s, Oldsmobiles, Buicks,” M1 Concourse CEO Timothy McGrane said.

Festival officials have set up the event so onlookers “can get up close and personal and talk to the drivers,” McGrane added.

In addition, the American Speed Festival will celebrate three significant automotive anniversaries: 100 years of Americans at Le Mans, 70 years of Corvette, and 50 years of International Race of Champions (IROC) Series.

The “vroom vroom” fun begins on Thursday with the “speed ring” circuit laps for competitors from noon to 5 p.m., followed by the Motor Grille driver reception from 6-9 p.m. The speed ring is a rare opportunity to see race cars from every era perform on the Concourse track.

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With help from family members, he purchased his next convertible two years later with money he earned while working nonstop over the course of approximately two months.

“In ’55, I was 18 years old. I worked for 70 days straight. I earned $10 a day at a gas station. I’d pump gas and check the oil. I took that money, my brother took the same amount, $700, and my dad put $700 and we got a brand-new Ford convertible. It was kind of our car. It was so nice looking. It was black and yellow. It’s not the color I ordered, but it was the only one they had on the lot, and I took it,” he said.

That was the vehicle he drove to the military base in Virginia when he began his stint in the U.S. Army. Stationed in the U.S., Markowitz served from 1956-58. A few years later, he got another convertible.

“I got a Lincoln, the same as the one (President John) Kennedy was in when he was shot. Not the same car, but the same style, the four-door,” he said. “It was huge, gold in color, suicide doors.”

The next convertible that captivated him was a 1966 Excalibur he said he bought from movie star Steve McQueen, known for his films including “Bullitt” and “The Great Escape.” Markowitz, who lived in Southfield at the time of the sale, still has the vehicle title for the car, which he purchased in December 1968.

“I saw an ad for it in the paper,” Markowitz said. “He had two of them.”

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race cars from when he raced on display.”

Among the many activities on Saturday will be a parade lap featuring Ford GTs and GT40 sports cars, among more speed ring events. The festival will finish out Sunday with an awards ceremony, an art expo, an Americans at Le Mans seminar, a vintage Indy seminar and more.

“There are so many great cars out there,” said McGrane. But if he had to pick his favorite model, he said it would be “the 1959 Aston Martin DBR1.”

McGrane, who grew up in Kent, England, in the southeastern part of the country, remembers the look of the luxury sports car, which gained fame for the James Bond movies.

“It was sort of a brand I was fond of when I was a young boy,” McGrane said. “I grew up very close to a racetrack. Cars were something that made an impression on me very early in my life.”

For more information about the American Speed Festival — including admission fees to the various events, off-site parking and shuttles — visit m1concourse.com or call (248) 326-9999. For information about entering your car in the Speed Ring, email the car selection committee at asfcarselec tion@m1concourse.com.

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“The Excalibur looks like a ’29 Mercedes-Benz convertible. I drove the car for the next four years. It had a Corvette engine and pipes coming out the side. It’s a soft top,” Markowitz said. “Some had four seats.

Mine had two seats; just a roadster. It was so classic. Wherever you would go, people would be looking at it.”

Other convertibles in his garage over the years included a Chrysler Crossfire, an Audi, a BMW, a 1963 XKE Jaguar, a “big” Buick Wildcat and an MG. He also spent 12 years driving Wrangler Jeeps without doors.

Along with the convertibles, Markowitz used other vehicles in which to travel.

“When I went to law school, I had a moped,” the Detroit College of Law graduate said. “It was cheap as far as the fuel goes.

I remember gas was 19 cents a gallon. I knew where every gas station was.”

There was a time, too, in which Markowitz flew commercial helicopters just for fun, often to Ann Arbor or Flint. He said he learned how to operate helicopters by using the G.I. Bill he received for his years in the service. But being up in the air wasn’t his forte.

“I was a bad pilot,” he said. “I got lost many times.”

Along with his love for convertibles, Markowitz has traveled all over the world. In his office hangs a photo of him standing in front of the Taj Mahal. Through his travels, Markowitz rode on camels and elephants, climbed Mount Sinai in Egypt and also went on an archeological dig in the Holy Land.

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One of the big new additions to Arts, Beats & Eats this year was the sales and consumption of cannabis in a designated area on festival grounds put on by House of Dank.

According to Witz, the cannabis sales and consumption area went off flawlessly.

“It was very understated. People couldn’t smell it, see it, yet the people that enjoyed it loved it,” he said. “We promised the city a program that would not change the nature of the festival but just kind of be a nice accoutrement, and we delivered on that. … I think that we showed many people that were looking at it that a cannabis consumption area lounge can be easily added to a mainstream event without changing its nature.”

Royal Oak Mayor Michael Fournier added that, while he didn’t get a chance to go inside the House of Dank tent, he was not aware of any incidents.

“There probably are some lessons learned in terms of making sure that there’s no mixed messages, that this event is about families, it’s about art, it’s about eats and it’s about beats,” he said. “I think that the novelty of the consumption area was an interesting dynamic this year, but I don’t think there were any significant concerns that came to fruition. But, for me, it was never a focal point of the event, nor it should be. “(The City Commission will) do our debrief, we’ll always take input from venuegoers, businesses, the promoter, the police, and if there are any areas of improvement or any serious concerns that I have not been made privy to, we’ll address those with the public interest always first in mind.”

Witz highlighted other new elements this year, including a new mural, an exhibit on glass blowing and menu items curated by Baker College students.

This all was in addition to the live music that took over the festival grounds, which Witz felt took a big step up this year.

“The music got great reviews at the main stage and local stages,” he said. “So that was just really well received. Every night, our main stage concert area was at capacity and that was pretty cool.”

Fournier noted he heard a good amount of feedback from businesses and residents on how the event can be improved as well.

“Over 14 years, we’re always looking for continuous improvement,” he said. “We got a few ideas that we can look at for the next year to help other businesses, and other ideas from residents. But I would say, this year, great weather is a big part of it. It was a great atmosphere and it was so nice to have another successful Arts, Beats & Eats.”

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36 MO.

36 MO.

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SALES HOURS: MONDAY & THURSDAY 8:30AM–9PM • TUES/WED/FRI 9AM–6PM • SERVICE HOURS: MONDAY & THURSDAY 7AM–9PM • TUES/WED/FRI 7AM–6PM

855.336.4595 Van Dyke & 171⁄2 Mile • www.sterlingheightsdodge.net *Lease payments add tax, that’s it. Due at signing includes first payment, destination, taxes on down payment (including rebates) documentary, title, and license transfer fee (new plate, additional).

Lease mileage allowance is 10,000 miles per year. Overmileage is .25 cents per mile. Purchase and lease prices include Stellantis consumer rebates including return lease rebates and Chrysler Capital finance rebates where applicable. Purchase prices, add for tax, title, doc, plates, and destination. Pictures may not represent actual vehicle, prices and payments are accurate at time of printing and subject to change,Residency and lender restrictions apply, see dealer for details. Exp October 2, 2023.

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2023 ENCORE GX PREFERRED - Well Euipped

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21800 Woodward Ave. | Ferndale, Mi 48220 248.206.6600 | www.LesStanfordBuickGMC.com

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per month, plus tax

24 month, 10,000-mile lease for GM Employee Discount with a Buick or GMC lease in the household and $1995 down *Excess mileage charge at end of lease is $.25 per mileage plus tax. Security deposit is waived with Tier A credit. Payments are based on approved credit from GM Financial. Must have a 2018 or newer Buick or GMC Lease in the household. Picture of vehicle may not represent actual vehicle. See dealer for complete details. Offers end 10/2/23 or while supplies last.

0090-2338

Autos Wanted

Autos Wanted

Condos/Duplexes For Rent FT. LAUDERDALE, FL OCEAN FRONT 3/Bedroom, 2½ /Bath Available November 1st-March 31st, Minimum of 3 Months, But can be extended to 4-5 months.

Call Stephen

248-689-2081

For more information

Auctions

Garage/Yard Sale

OFFERINGS AROUND MICHIGAN

GIANT GARAGE SALE

AMISH FURNITURE An Amish Log Headboard and Queen Pillow Top Mattress Set. Brand new-never used, sell all for $375. Call anytime 989-923-1278.

Amish Log Beds, Dressers, Rustic Table and Chairs, Mattresses for Cabin or Home. Lowest price in Michigan!

DanDanTheMattressMan.com 989-923-1278.

AUCTION Collectible Standard Oil Red Crown metal sign, Coca Cola collectables, Beer collectables, Hoshizaki reachin refrigerator, Signs, Clocks, Mirrors, Electric lift chair. Tools, Restaurant equipment, Parlor tables and chairs, Online auction ends Sept. 21. Details at Bid. SherwoodAuctionServicellc.com 1-800-835-0495 Live Auction Sat., Sept. 23, 10 a.m. 7418 Hill Rd. Swartz Creek, MI 48473. New Holland 4x4 1520 Compact Diesel Tractor, Cub Cadet 50" Lawn Tractor, 3 pt. brush mower - finish mower - snowblower, Tools, Mobility scooter, Antiques, more. Details at NarhiAuctions.com 810.266.6474

Antiques & Collectibles BUYING

Coins, Sport Cards & Stamps Collections

0430-2239

Top $$$ Call 248-471-4451

Epic Fall Military, Antique and Modern Gun Live Auction. Bid online now! Live auction 10 AM, Saturday, September 30, Coldwater, MI. Over 450 firearms.

Huge assortment of ammunition and accessories (live crowd only.) Details at EpicGunAuction.com.

Firearms Online Auction Happening Now. Excellent Assortment New, Used, Collector Firearms +Ammo. Inspection/ Shipping Available. Bid Anywhere/ Published: September 20, 2023

Anytime johnpeckauctions.com.

Selling Guns? Call John Peck 989426-8061 Michigan’s Premier Gun Auctioneers Since 1979.

BUSINESS SERVICES METAL ROOFING regular and shingle style, HALF OFF SPECIAL COLORS! Lifetime asphalt shingles. Steel and vinyl siding.

Hail damage. Licensed and insured builders. Pole Buildings. Quality work for 40 years! AMISH CREW. 517-575-3695.

Cash Only!

24548 Lakeland St. Farmington Hills, Sept. 30th-Oct 1st, 9am-5pm.

MATTRESSES Adjustable Bed Brand New with mattress. Made is U.S.A., in plastic, with warranty. Retail cost $3,995.00, sacrifice for $875.00.

Call for showing or delivery: DanDanTheMattressMan.com 989-615-2951 MEDICAL VIAGRA and CIALIS USERS! 50 Generic Pills SPECIAL $99.00! 100% guaranteed. 24/7 CALL NOW! 888835-7273 Hablamos Espano MISCELLANEOUS AMISH BUILT storage sheds and mini cabins delivered to your site anywhere in Michigan! Starting at $2,500.00 mynextbarn.com 989-832-1866 Dish Network: Only from Dish- 3 year TV Price Guarantee! 99% Signal Reliability, backed by guarantee. Includes MultiSport with NFL Redzone. Switch and Get a FREE $100 Gift Card. Call today!

1-866-950-6757 WANTED Old Guitars Wanted: Gibson; Fender; Martin, Gretsch; Rickenbacker; etc.

1930’s to 1980’s. Old Fender amps 1950’s to 1960’s. TOP DOLLAR PAID! Call toll free 1-866-433-8277.

0269-2338

Dogs & Cats For Sale ENGLISH BULLDOG PUPPIES Gorgeous Males & Females.

AKC-Registered

810-569-2625

Help Wanted General

Help Wanted General

SERVICE PLUMBER

CHARTER TOWNSHIP OF CLINTON DEPARTMENT OF PUBLIC SERVICES PARK MAINTENANCE PERSONNEL

248-542-8022

STAFFING AGENCY in Farmington Hills Needs a Staff Coordinator, Full/Part-time, Pay Rate- $18.50/hr.

Health Insurance, 401K, Paid Vacations, Valid Drivers License Required,

734-637-8143 248-471-9168 Ask for Tina

SUBWAY NOW HIRING

Crew Members, Managers & Assistant Managers.

Restaurant & Management Experience Preferred.

•Sign on Bonus •Competitive Pay •Advancement Opportunities •Flexible Scheduling •Friendly Work Environment

CALL TODAY!

586-216-2124

Permanent part-time Park Maintenance Personnel position, $17.66 - $22.92 hourly (32 hours per week) includes benefit package. Successful completion of Civil Service Examination(s) is required, and applicants must meet all requirements set forth in the Employees Civil Service Ordinance, as well as possession of a valid Michigan driver’s license and a good driving record. Pre-employment background investigation and substance abuse testing is required. Interested, applicants must submit application to the Clinton Township Employees Civil Service Commission, 40700 Romeo Plank Rd., Clinton Twp., MI 48038 on or before the close of business, Friday, September 29, 2023.The Charter Township of Clinton is an Equal Opportunity Employer, applicants are considered for all positions without regard to race, color, religion, sex, national origin, age, marital status, or disability. For further information pertaining to this position or to download employment application please refer to www.clintontownship.com, click on employment.

0372-2338

Help Wanted/ Restaurants & Hotels

START RIGHT AWAY •CASHIERS •DELI CLERKS •SALAD MAKERS •GRILL MAN •DISHWASHER STEVE’S DELI/ RESTAURANT BLOOMFIELD HILLS Ask for Jan or Steve

248-932-0800

info@stevesdeli.com

0208-2336

WaterWork Plumbing 3 Years Minimum Exp. High Hourly Pay, Company Paid Insurance, Holidays, PTO, 401K Match & More.

WOODWARD TALK, September 20, 2023 - 3B

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Home Improvement

248-376-0988 Licensed/Insured References

# A-1 DRIVEWAYS Parking Lot Repair Cement & Asphalt Residential & Commercial

RESIDENTIAL Let Your Dreams SENIOR DISCOUNTS Be Our Project ...

Tile ◆ Hardwood Floors Painting ◆ Vinyl Flooring

AA4DABLE MASONRY

586-822-5100

Chimneys, Porches, Steps, Flat-Work, Residential/Commercial/ Tuck-Pointing, Cultured-Stone, Brick-and-Any-Masonry Repairs/Needs.

Accept all major credit cards.

FALL SPECIALS up-to-30%-off!

Senior-Discounts Free-Estimates!

30yrs-Experience

0025-2242

Commercial/Residential Concrete Placement Fully Licensed | Bonded & Insured

FREE ESTIMATES

Steven E Cochran President/Owner Steves.concrete@yahoo.com Builder License #2101118415

Phone: 248-588-9808

CLEANING LADY

with 10-yr experience is looking for work. Weekly, bi-weekly, monthly Excellent references.

Flexible hours.

Bonded & insured.

GOLDEN BUILT CONSTRUCTION CONCRETE WORK

Porches, Driveways Sidewalks, Patios, Garage Floors, Foundations, Rat-Walls, Licensed/Insured

586-948-4764

586-241-9541

LOVELL MASONRY

Affordable/Professional Specializes in Brick-Work, Custom-Brick-Steps, Concrete, Brick-Mailboxes, Porch/ChimneyRepairs, Tuck-pointing, Paver Maintenance, Basement-Waterproofing, Free-Written-Estimates, Senior/Military-Discounts.

20yrs-Experience

Carpentry GOT ROT?

Rotten Wood Replacement Specialist All Types of Wood Repair Fascia, Soffit & Siding Painted to Match AMG Applied Services

248-828-7998

Carpet Cleaning

CARPET

WAVY-n-LOOSE?

We Power Re-stretch and Steam-clean For One Low Price Next-Day-Service Multiple Room Discount

Call Now

586-754-9222

ccarpetrepair.com Cement ELITE RENOVATIONS, LLC. 500-sqft. or more of installed concreteWinter is coming, Fall Special-up to 40% off Driveways, Sidewalks, Stamped-Concrete, Patio's, Aggregate Cement, All-Brick-Work, Porch & Chimney Rebuilds, Tuck-pointing, Military/Senior-Disc.

586-843-8543

ALLEN CEMENT

a.k.a "The Driveway Guy"

Established 1999 Driveways/Garage Floors/Patios, etc.

Licensed/Insured Check out Allen Cement on Facebook!

Vern Allen

586-457-1300

LAKESHORE DRYWALL Master Finisher Small and Large Repairs Small Hang Jobs Any Size Finish Jobs Done Perfectly Shon- 586-801-6190

Electrical *ACCU ELECTRIC*

Elite Concrete Services, LLC. WE RAISE SETTLED OR SUNKEN CONCRETE PATIOS • DRIVEWAYS SIDEWALKS • FLOORS CURBS • PORCHES Commercial • Industrial Residential 1/3 TO 1/2 THE COST OF REPLACEMENT FREE ESTIMATES

(248) 481-6919 (586) 731-7226

586-925-8764

Free-Estimates, Great Prices, Senior Discounts!

Lic./Insured Master Electrician Specializing in All Residential Services.

Customer Satisfaction Guaranteed!

Lic#-6113148

Hotchkiss Electric

586-291-3143

POBLETE CEMENT Brick Pavers, LLC. •Driveways •Patios •Porches •Steps •Stamp •Color •Exposed •Floors •Walks •Licensed/Insured 30+years! Troy, MI

248-743-1220 248-496-4964(Cell) ROZE CEMENT LLC

CONCRETE, MASONRY & LANDSCAPING

10% Off Pre-Spring!

•Driveways •Patios •Brick/Stone •Pavers •Sidewalks Free-Estimates Requests: roze cementllc@gmail.com

Andre-586-354-7791

Cleaning Service

586-747-2354

AAA Susie Q's Cleaning & Restoration The Only Master-Certified!

Multi-Service-House Cleaning-Specialist!

30th-year/experience Wall/washing/windows, more services offered.

Clean/Trustworthy Registered/Insured

586-751-5384 NATURAL CLEANING

***** Make the Right choice with organic cleaning!

Residential/Commercial Licensed & Insured Wall & Window Washing & More A+ BBB NOW HIRING!

CALL JAMES THE DOORMAN at

0096-2332

*”STEVE'S SEAMLESS GUTTERS”. Made & installed on the spot.

5”&6” Gutter Cleaning.

Tree trimming, exterior painting, power washing.

586-778-3393 586-531-2111

A.M.G. Gutters & Downspouts. Owner operated.

Seamless gutter installation and repair specialist. Builders License #2101202369 www.amgapplied services.com Fully Insured

248-828-7998

ELIMINATE gutter cleaning forever! LeafFilter, the most advanced debris-blocking gutter protection. Schedule a FREE LeafFilter estimate today.

20% off Entire Purchase.

Plus 10% Senior & Military Discounts. Call 1-866-495-1709

GUTTERS & WINDOW CLEANING INSURED TOM MICOLI

313-656-9402

BEST-Price-Period Licensed/Insured.

30-yrs.-experience.

Call for free-estimates.

Open 7-days a week 24/hrs-day.

10%-Off For Cash Now Accepting All Major Credit Cards.

Lic.#6211028

586-755-3636 Father & Son

Master Electricians

Dr. Electric

Same-Day-Service!

All-Residential-Wiring, Change Fuse Box to Circuit Breaker Panel, Troubleshooting, Electric Vehicle Chargers, Backup Generator Transfer Switch, License# 6109094 Senior/Discounts!

Visa/MC /Lic./Insured

CASTLE ELECTRIC

586-634-1152

(direct cell phone #) Panel upgrades, generators, hot tubs, 220 lines.

ALL SERVICE Licensed & Insured Dependable, quality work!

License#-6111359

MASTER

ELECTRICIAN PROFESSIONAL SERVICES

All types of residential electrical 100-200 amp panel-boxes, plugs, switches, repair, troubleshoot, relocate.

Interior/Exterior LED-recess lighting, ceiling fans.

Licensed/Insured Lic#6326463

586-563-6372

Removal-Experts Residential/Commercial Houses/Offices Garage/Storage-Areas Efficient Courteous Workers Reasonable-Rates Free-Estimates NEED CLUTTER REMOVED? LET US DO THE WORK!

586-258-6672 Home Repairs EXTERIOR REPAIRS LLC.

Gutters

Drywall

0026-2242

586-873-8210 Filip

• Garage Doors, Openers Installed/ Serviced, Broken Springs Repaired!

• Entry, Storm Doors, Patio Doors Installed/Serviced

Decks/Patios

586-260-5218

586-443-3362

All Masonry Work Bricks, Stones, Pavers, Blocks, Porches, Chimneys. Tuckpointing.

26-yrs experience Insured, Free Estimates.

GARAGE DOOR TUNE UP SPECIAL $80

**CLUTTER GUY'S**

586.215.8138

Custom Deck Building/Repair, Power-Washing, Decks Removed, Composite, Treated & Cedar Materials, Custom Railing Materials, Custom Fence Installation.

248-252-5331

A-D MASONRY LLC.

Hauling & Waste Removal

248-890-8830

2023 SPECIALS

Any & all masonry repairs.

Brick, block, steps, chimneys, porches-tuckpointing, Cement work, mortar-matching.

25-yrs experience.

Free-estimates.

References/Insured.

20% Off Any Job $2,000 or More!

Brick Pavers, Roofs & Concrete, All-Brick-Repairs/&-Stone, Chimneys/Porches, Tuck-Pointing, Fully-Insured 10%-Senior/Veteran-Disc.

Garage Door Service

Cleaning Service

Cement

MOUTON'S MASONRY

ABOVE & BEYOND CONTRACTING LLC. -Masonry Specialist-

VETERAN OWNED

0290-2312

Brick Work

CALL TODAY

586-604-5393 Licensed & Insured

Since 1999 Roofing, Siding, Gutters and More!

Reliable Ask, We Might Do It! FREE ESTIMATES

248-242-1511 Kitchens/ Cabinets/ Countertops

Financing Available

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FREE Camera with Drain Cleaning

*

Restriction May Apply

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586-343-4005

MR. BACKSPLASH ·CUSTOM BACKSPLASHES ·CUSTOM KITCHENS ·COUNTERTOPS *Granite*Quartz* ·Custom Bathrooms ·FIREPLACE TILE *FREE ESTIMATES*

586-552-5416

mrbacksplash.com

Landscaping & Water Gardens DOLL'S LANDSCAPING

Sod Installation, Shrub & Tree-Trimming, Planting, Removal.

Mulch, Garden Retainer Walls, Porch Steps, Raise Backyards/Drain Tiles, Pavers, Powerwashing Sealing, Power rake, Aeration, Seeding, Debris Removal

A#1 REPAIR SERVICES: GUTTERS Clean/Repair Install Guards SIDING Vinyl-Siding/Alum-Trim Gable/SoffitVents/Shutters ROOF Leaks/Shingles Vents/Caps

248-892-1927 586-563-6372 ELITE

HANDYMAN SERVICES Window Cleaning, Gutters/Gutter Cleaning, Landscaping, Brickwork, Concrete, Roofing, Doors, Electrical.

Ask About Our Other Services!

Free-Estimates

248-991-2668

THE HANDYMAN THAT CAN! Greater Royal Oak Area Licensed-MI Builder Drywall/Plaster/Tile, Carpentry/Paint, Plumbing/Electrical, Handicap-Access, Installation/Assembly, Exterior-Repairs 25yrs/exp. 24/7.

248-739-9779

"No job too small!"

Hauling & Waste Removal ***AAA HAULING*** JUNK REMOVAL

Professional- We Wear Masks! We haul it all!

Demolition Big & Small Residential/Commercial Rubber Wheel Dumpsters10, 15, 20-Yards, Clean-outs, Construction Material, Small-Moving, Appliances, Furniture & More! Lowest Rates!!!

Free-Estimates Senior/Military Discounts

586-360-0681

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888.572.0928 586.585.1862 www.MotorCityPlumber.com

Roofing

EMERGENCIES HAPPEN! We Stay Open 24/7 To Handle Any Plumbing Problems Day Or Night!

FREE

ESTIMATES! • DRAIN CLEANING • WATER HEATERS • DISPOSALS • LEAK REPAIRS • SUMP PUMPS • REMODELS & MORE • BOILERS aco g the M mb & Oakla n i v We offer senior, nd S er Count eas! military, and new y Ar customer discounts!

Licensed & Insured EAplumbinganddrain.com Contact us anytime! 586-477-7777

0335-2330

Painting

Complete Interior/Exterior

• Wood Repair • Power Wash • Free-Estimates

Call Frank 248-303-5897 Painting

Painting

PAINTING

WOW PAINTING

MASTER-PAINTER DRYWALL/PLASTER •Restoration/Repairs •Painting! •Painting!

•Interior/Exterior •Wallpaper Hanging •Wallpaper Removal Senior-Rates We-Do-It-All! B.B.B/A+Rating 30-yrs, Licensed/Insured Free-Estimates Owner-Robert

Interior/Exterior Quality Painting Drywall Repairs, Remove Wallpaper, Exterior Wood Replacement, Epoxy Flooring, Insured Free-Estimates

by-GPC

586.899.3555 (Direct) 248.566.6460 (Office)

Residential/Commercial

248-990-5388

wowpaintingmi.com

Plumbing

MASTER PLUMBER

(586)229-4267 American Painting

•Residential/Commercial •Interior •Power Washing •Insurance •Drywall •Plaster Repair •Clean-outs •Home Repairs •Senior-Discounts.

•Guaranteed-Work.

•25-yrs Experience.

Drainage System Professionals New-Construction, Yard-Drainage, Grading, Sod/Seed, Retaining Walls/Walkways/Patios, Senior/Military-Discounts Credit-Cards-Accepted

Free-Estimates

586-719-1202 TOTAL BRICKPAVING LANDSCAPING PROS

586-420-3531

Brickpaving, Patio, Walkways, Driveways, Porches, Repairs, Powerwash, Rock Installation, Mulch, Sod, Complete Landscape Design.

Lawn Maintenance

2023 SPRING 586-260-5218

Commercial/Residential *Landscaping *Decks *Spring Clean-Ups *Lawn Cutting *Licensed Fertilization *Aerating & Thatching

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SUPREME OUTDOOR SPECIALISTS Fall-Clean-ups, Lawn Maintenance, Landscaping, Pavers/Patios, Retaining-Walls, Shrub/Tree-Trimming & Removal, Mulching, Sprinkler Blow-Outs, Gutter-Cleaning, Snow Removal, 35-Years in Business Free-Estimates

586-727-3924

ANDERSON Painting & Carpentry Complete Interior/Exterior Services Plaster/Drywall & Water Damage Repairs.

Wood-Staining.

Wallpaper-Removal.

Kitchen/Cabinet Refinishing Insured/References.

Free-Estimates

586-354-3032 248-974-4012

Sewer & Drain Service.

Remodeling, repairs, new installations.

Free estimates, senior rates.

35+yrs exp.

Call Paul

248-904-5822 Lic.#8109852

586.421.5520 586.524.6752 ANDY'S PLUMBING

25-Years Experience Licensed/Insured Call Us Today For All Your Plumbing Needs!!

Serving The Tri-County-Area

10%/Senior/Military/Discounts

Lic#-8004254

248-542-7372

COLORBURST PAINTERS

Residential Specialists Over 30 yrs.

Interior/Exterior.

Quality Value.

Contractor always on job site. FREE ESTIMATES! References. John

PEAK PAINTING Custom-Painting, Commercial/Residential, interior/exterior.

Drywall-repair, paper removal, carpentry.

30-yr.-exp. Free estimates, senior discounts, insured.

Credit-cards accepted.

586-722-8381 Now Hiring!!!

WATERWORK Plumbing.com •Drain Cleaning •Sewer Camera •Water Heaters •Sump Pumps •Backflow Testing

248-542-8022

Same Day Emergency Service Available Reliable/Experienced License#8003885

Powerwashing AJʼs PRESSURE CLEANING & SEAL COATING

Fall Special- 25% OFF

•Stamped Concrete (remove milky or cloudy film) •Exposed Aggregate •Brick Pavers (resanding)

TIMELESS PAINTING L.L.C.

586-431-0591

• Interior & Exterior • Drywall Patching & Repair • Carpentry & Remodels

MOBILE NOTARY SERVICE Will come to you, Available nights/weekends if needed, Call Kim: 248-961-3144

We Accept Venmo, Cash, Check

Roofing

CIAL

RESIDENTIAL & COMMER

Call or Text Us Today!

FREE ESTIMATES

Ask for Tony!

248-894-5804

Professional Services

CHERRY CONSTRUCTION ROOFING Residential/Commercial Free-Estimates Senior Discounts Fast, Reliable, Licensed/Insured Builder, General Contractor Leave Detailed Message

586-291-2647

Hurry-up & Save Big-$$$$!

FALL-SPECIALSClean-up, Up to 30%-Off!!!

Roofing/Siding/Gutters, All-Leaks/Repairs, Residential/Shingles/ Commercial-FlatRoofs/Torch-downs We accept major credit-cards.

30yrs-Experience

586-822-5100

-Commercial & Residential Roof Repairs -Full Roof Replacement (Shingles) -Flat Roof Replacement -24/7 Emergency Repairs -Eavestroughs (Gutters) and Leaf Guard Installations.

2 BROTHERS PAINTING REFERENCES AVAILABLE

AA4DABLE ROOFING

CITY ROOFING

586-634-0033 ALLTIMATE OUTDOOR SERVICES

Handyman Services

$50 OFF Sump Pump Installation * $30 OFF Any Plumbing Service

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KELLY'S KITCHEN DESIGN

Cabinet Painting Custom Cabinets Counter Tops & Everything in Between.

Call/Text Us For Your Kitchen Transformation.

Family Owned & Operated

Repairs & Installation Master Plumber • Fully Licensed & Insured Senior Citizen & Military Discounts 100% Guarantee

248.687.9234

Driveway Experts FREE ESTIMATES • SENIOR DISCOUNTS

THE bathroom of your dreams for as little as $149/month! BCI Bath & Shower. Many options available. Quality materials & professional installation. Senior & Military Discounts Available. Limited Time Offer - FREE virtual in-home consultation now and SAVE 15%! Call Today! 1-877-957-1264

Motor City Plumbing & Drain

COMMERCIAL

0355-2235

Basic Bathrooms Starting at: $10,995.00 Experience of over 500-bathrooms across Metro-Detroit, Look at our work at: andyscarpentryllc.com

0075-2332

BATHROOM REMODELING

Plumbing

0325-2302

Cement

0393-2302

Bathrooms

586-733-3004

cityroofinginc@gmail.com

MICHAEL NORTON BUILDER

Windows-SidingGutters-Roofing All Phases of Home Renovation $500-Off Any Complete Roof or Siding Job Free-Estimates Licensed/Insured Specializing in Insurance Claims Family Owned/Operated Since 1965

586-436-9600

REPLACE your roof with the best looking and longest lasting material ?

Steel from Erie Metal Roofs! Three styles and multiple colors available.

Guaranteed to last a lifetime! Limited Time Offer $500 Discount + Additional 10% off install (for military, health workers & 1st responders.) Call Erie Metal Roofs: 1-866-718-3124 AAA all star repairs as low as $225.00* Gutter repairs, Flat-roofs, Reroof, New-roof, Residential /Commercial Call Silversmith Maintenance

248-707-4851

Accept credit cards Family-owned Over 30 years exp.

Tree Service BERG BROS. LLC. “Fully insured, highly referred.”

Senior discounts.

Tree-removal, stump grinding, tree-trimming, hedging, shaping, Emergency-Service Residential/Commercial Free estimates!

(586)262-3060

DAVE'S TREE & SHRUB

35%-FALL-DISCOUNT INSURED, Emergency Storm Damage, Large Tree Removals, Trimming, Stump Grinding, Season-Firewood, Free-Estimates.

10% Senior-Discounts.

-FREE-WOOD-CHIPS-

(586)216-0904 www.davestree andshrub.com

ELITE TREE SERVICE

"Bringing 30 years of experience to your door!"

Tree trimming, removals & stump grinding. Insured & FREE estimates with fair prices!

Firewood For Sale

586-756-0757

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4B - WOODWARD TALK, September 20, 2023

COMMUNITY CALENDAR Oct. 19 (Martin Road Park, 1615 E. Lewiston Ave. in Ferndale) and Nov. 2 (Green Acres Park, 620 W. Woodward Heights Blvd. in Hazel Park), (248) 546-4095 Downtown Berkley Farmers Market: 9 a.m.-3 p.m.

Thursdays until Oct. 26, 12 Mile Road at South Robina, berkleyfarmersmarket.com, (248) 658-3353

SEPT. 22-24

Funky Ferndale Art Fair: More than 140 juried artists and authors, 3-7:30 p.m. Sept. 22, 10 a.m.-7:30 p.m.

Sept. 23 and 11 a.m.-6 p.m. Sept. 24, Nine Mile Road and Woodward Avenue, funkyferndaleartfair.com

SEPT. 23

Home and garden tour: View six historic homes in Pleasant Ridge, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., meet at Pleasant Ridge Community Center, 4 Ridge Road, rain or shine, pleasantridge.ticketbud.com/hometour23

SEPT. 27

Talk Saves Lives: Educational program presented by American Foundation for Suicide Prevention, 6:30-7:45 p.m., Ferndale Area District Library, 222 E. Nine Mile Road, fadl.org

SEPT. 30

Kit Homes Tour: Visit 5-7 of the 50 existing kit homes in Berkley, 10 a.m.-4 p.m., berkleychamber.com

OCT. 4

Royal Oak Senior Expo: Free health screenings, refreshments and admission, connect with experts, win prizes and more, 10 a.m.-1 p.m., Royal Oak Farmers Market, 316 E. 11 Mile Road, seniorexpousa.com

Book clubs: Lower elementary (meets every first Wednesday of month) and upper elementary and science fiction (second Wednesday), 6:30 p.m., virtual and in person, Ferndale Area District Library, 222 E. Nine Mile Road, also clubs for graphic novels, Reading Rainbow and Read Woke, fadl.org/upcoming-events Ferndale Project Book Club: Meets 6:30-8 p.m. every last Tuesday of month, Ferndale Project, 567 Livernois Ave., fadl.org/fpbc Gaming: RPG group (meets every first and third Thursdays of month) and board game club (second Thursday) for middle schoolers, 6 p.m., also tabletop RPG group (monthly) for adults, 1-4 p.m., Ferndale Area District Library, 222 E. Nine Mile Road, fadl.org Ferndale Senior Group: Meets 11 a.m. every second and fourth Wednesdays of month, Hazel Park Community Center, 620 W. Woodward Heights, ferndalemi.gov/ departments/parks-recreation, facebook.com/ FerndaleParksandRec, (248) 544-6767, ext. 503 Birmingham & Ferndale Stamp Club: Meets 6-8 p.m.

Oct. 3 and Nov. 7 and 21, NEXT Senior Center, 2121 Midvale St. in Birmingham, (586) 879-4674, www. birminghamstamp.club

First Stop Friday: Live local music played after hours, hear Carmel Liburdi (indie/alternative music with ragtime/folk and jazz influences) at 8 p.m. (doors at 7:30 p.m.), Ferndale Area District Library, 222 E. Nine Mile Road, fadl.org

Play ‘Pokémon Go’: Meetups at 6:30 p.m. Sept. 21 (Scout Park, 901 E. Otis Ave. in Hazel Park), Oct. 5 (Rosie’s Park, 1111 E. Farnum Ave. in Madison Heights),

SEPT. 30

Fall Festival: Hayrides, artisan market, food trucks, music, kids activities, farm animals, nonprofit booths, cider and doughnut tent, bonfire and more, 3-7 p.m., Clawson City Park, 935 N. Custer Ave., cityofclawson.com

OCT. 7

Cemetery tour: Learn about Civil War soldiers, noon-2 p.m., Mount Avon Cemetery, 400 Sixth St. in Rochester (meet at Third Street entrance), (248) 266-5440

OCT. 7-8

Pumpkinfest: U-pick pumpkin patch, cider and doughnuts, music, hayrides, animals, games and more, 11 a.m.-5 p.m., Michigan State University Extension - Tollgate Farm and Education Center, 28115 Meadowbrook Road in Novi, canr.msu.edu/ tollgate

OCT. 8

Scare Away Hunger 5K and Family Fun Run: Supports Neighborhood House, costumes encouraged, 9 a.m., music and snacks after, Rochester Municipal Park, 400 Sixth St., register at ranh.org/events

OCT. 12

OCT. 14

ONGOING

• ‘Light Dance on the Persimmon Tree’ features paintings by Sherry Adams Foster, on display until Sept.

29, Lawrence Street Gallery, 22620 Woodward Ave. in Ferndale, lawrencestreetgallery

Cemetery tour: 1 p.m., meet at east gate of Greenwood Cemetery, Oak Avenue in Birmingham

BeWitched & BeDazzled: Boutique shopping, lunch, costume judging and raffles, 9:30 a.m.-2 p.m., The Palazzo Grande, 54660 Van Dyke Ave. in Shelby Township, meadowbrooktheatreguild.com/ bewitched-bedazzled

OCT. 6

Art exhibits: Works by Lisa Poszywak, on display until Oct. 28, opening reception with artist talk and live music at 2 p.m. Sept. 30, Ferndale Area District Library, 222 E. Nine Mile Road, fadl.org

SEPT. 23

‘Candy Corn, Christ, and the Convoluted Creation of Golf’: Select dates Oct. 6-29, Ringwald Theatre at Affirmations LGBTQIA+ Community Center, 290 W. Nine Mile Road in Ferndale, theringwald.com To view more events and to submit your own, use the QR code or visit candgnews.com/calendar. To advertise, call (586) 498-8000.

Village, 60 W. Wattles Road, registration ends at noon Oct. 19, troyhistoricvillage.org

OCT. 20-22

Halloween Hoot: Enjoy spooky family fun on the nature trails, 5:40-9:10 p.m., Dinosaur Hill Nature Preserve, 333 North Hill Circle in Rochester, registration required, dinosaurhill.org/hoot

OCT. 21

Halloween Science 2023: Pumpkin launching with three-ton trebuchet, spooky selfie station, speedy cockroaches, scavenger hunt and more, costumes encouraged, noon-4 p.m., Cranbrook Institute of Science, 39221 Woodward Ave. in Bloomfield Hills, science.cranbrook.edu Fall walks: 6 p.m. Oct. 12 (includes viewing of Scarecrow Row) at Troy Historic Village, 60 W. Wattles Road, and 6 p.m. Oct. 26 (trick or treating) at Boulan Park, 3671 Crooks Road, all in Troy, (248) 524-3570 Halloween Masquerade Ball: Hors d’oeuvres, cocktails, live music by Sonic Freeway, dancing, tarot card reading and more, for ages 21 and older, 7-11 p.m., Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, ticket sales end Oct. 9, rochesterhills.org

OCT. 22

Autumn Nature Walk: Guided tour, 2-3 p.m., Orchard Lake Nature Sanctuary, 4700 Pontiac Trail, gwbhs.org/events Trick-or-Treat Trail: Also doughnuts, cider and music, 6-7.30 p.m., Clawson City Park, 935 N. Custer Ave.

Stone Wall Pumpkin Festival: Pumpkin carving, pumpkin bowling, scarecerow display, live entertainment, crafts, food, cider/doughnuts and more, 10 a.m.–4 p.m., also pumpkin lighting, 7-9 p.m., Rochester Hills Museum at Van Hoosen Farm, 1005 Van Hoosen Road, rochesterhills.org

OCT. 23

OCT. 20

OCT. 28

OCT. 20-21

OCT. 31

Hoot N’ Howl Hayride: Search for nocturnal animal activity, also campfire, cider and doughnuts, 7:30-9 p.m., Thelma Spencer Park, 3701 John R Road in Rochester, more at eventbrite.com Trick or treating: Also games and crafts, 4-8 p.m.

Oct. 20 and noon-3 p.m. Oct. 21, Troy Historic

Hall-oween: Trick or treating, seasonal crafts, cider and doughnuts, stories of Halloween past and more, 10 a.m., noon and 2 p.m., Meadow Brook Hall, 350 Estate Drive in Rochester, meadowbrookhall.org/ halloween Howl-O-Ween: Bring dogs to play and show off costumes, also photo opportunities and treats, noon-2 p.m., Daisy Knight Dog Park, 3410 Livernois Road in Troy, register by Oct. 27, troymi.gov Halloween lunch and bingo: Noon-3 p.m., Clawson Senior Center, 509 Fisher Court, (248) 589-0034

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NOTES NEWS AND NOTE ITEMS TAKEN FROM AROUND OUR COVERAGE AREAS

Save the date for the ‘Nightmare on Auburn Road’ UTICA — The city of Utica will be hosting its first Nightmare on Auburn Road event from noon to 8 p.m. Oct. 7. The event will feature trick-or-treating downtown, a family fun zone, cider and doughnuts, crafters and vendors, a zombie walk at dusk, a Michigan craft beer tent, live music, a find Bigfoot contest, and more. Auburn Road will be closed to traffic during the event.

Photo provided by the Girl Scouts of Southeastern

Michigan

Seaholm High School student earns Shining Star Award

BIRMINGHAM — Birmingham resident Zoe Granger will be awarded the Shining Star Award by the Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan at a signature fundraising event Sept. 7 at Chroma, in Detroit’s historic Milwaukee Junction.

Granger, a senior at Seaholm High School, is being honored for developing the Caring Kids Kits and her contribution to the Girl Scouts. At the presentation Sept. 7, she will become an honorary Girl Scout.

“Zoe Granger exemplifies what it means to be a Girl Scout,” Monica Woodson, the CEO of the Girl Scouts of Southeastern Michigan, said in a press release. “She saw a need and created a project that made a positive impact in our community. She generously offered her time and leadership experience to our Girl Scouts. Zoe inspires all of us to do more for others.”

More information on the Shining Star Award and this year’s fundraising event can be found at gssem.org/gala.

YAPPY HOUR TO BE HELD SEPT. 21 ROCHESTER HILLS — Metro Detroiters are invited to Meadow Brook Hall’s sprawling gardens 6-9 p.m. on Thursday, Sept. 21, to support the Michigan Animal Rescue League at its 14th annual Yappy Hour.

Proceeds from the pet-friendly cocktail party – MARL’s biggest fundraising event of the year – will support the organization’s work of providing life-saving care to over 1,500 homeless and at-risk dogs and cats each year. Attendees will enjoy cocktails, culinary delights, gourmet treats, several photo opportunities, a silent auction and more while mingling with two- and four-legged guests throughout the fundraiser.

“Yappy Hour is a truly special event. This year we are celebrating 70 years of MARL’s unwavering dedication to animal welfare so guests can expect an especially memorable evening,” Magee Humes, MARL’s executive director, said in a press release. ”The funds raised are critical in allowing us to continue our important work of providing life-saving care to homeless and at-risk dogs and cats.”

Cat lovers can also join in on the spirit of Yappy Hour by supporting Team Cat and MARL’s feline friends. Yappy Hour tickets start at $125 and include two drink tickets, a strolling dinner and unlimited gourmet dog treats. Certain sponsorship levels include an invitation to an exclusive VIP pre-event reception. All information can be found online at marl.org/yappy-hour.

HOPE NOT HANDCUFFS SEEKS VOLUNTEERS

METRO DETROIT — The Families Against Narcotics flagship program Hope Not Handcuffs is seeking volunteers.

Hope Not Handcuffs allows anyone who is struggling with a substance use disorder to go to any of the nonprofit’s 125-plus participating law enforcement agencies or community partners and ask for help, according to a release.

Families Against Narcotics then dispatches a volunteer “Angel” to meet the participant at their location, offer support, and work with the Hope Not Handcuffs call center on getting people placed into treatment, according to the release.

“If you’re a compassionate person who would like to be an Angel and make a difference in someone’s life, FAN can use you,” the release states.

For more information, call 833-202-HOPE (4673) or email hnh@ familiesagainstnarcotics.org.