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What’s Happening Grosse Ile ... Spirituality The Maxis IHM Spirituality Center, 17380 Grange Rd., will host s spiritual reflection on the season, hosted by Sister Betty Leon on Dec.4 from 10-11:45 a.m. Seating is limited, so be sure to reserve a spot by emailing bleonihm@aol.com. Registration closes Nov. 27.
Festival, Halloween Parade, Island Winterfest, Winter Olympics and the Easter event. Volunteers are also need as golf course rangers and workers at summer events like Safety Town and youth camps. And, as always, volunteers are needed to help plan, set up and clean up Island Fest. To become involved call 734-675-2364.
Looking for a new best friend? The Grosse Ile Animal Shelter, 24525 Meridian, has dogs, cats and kittens ready for new homes. Stop by and meet your new best friend. For shelter hours, call 692-9688.
Commission/committee vacancies Feeling civic minded? How about joining a Grosse Ile Township commission or committee? The are current vacancies on the Airport Advisory Committee, Airport Commerce Park Commission, Brownfield Authority, Construction Board of Appeals (3), Planning Commission and Island Beautification Committee. Call 676-4422 to learn how to get an application.
Library Remember the Veteran’s Memorial Library in Trenton severs the community of Grosse Ile, as well at Trenton, Woodhaven and Brownstown. Located n West Road, the library is open 10 a.m. – 9 p.m. Monday through Thursday and 10 a.m. – 6 p.m. Fridays and Saturdays The library number is 734-676-9777. Volunteers The Township is always on the lookout for volunteers. Helpers are need for community events like the Fall
Come and read Established in 1934 as a response to the lack of a library on the Island, The Book Club of Grosse Ile has developed a distinct, unique identity. This book club is composed of scholarly women, who are looking for the challenge and stimulation only quality literature can bring. Books are rotated twice a month, which gives members the opportunity to read over 20 new books
per year. There are three speakers during the year, most of whom are authors, who shine light on various subjects including the writing process. In addition, two book discussions allow members to interact and reflect on current literature and topics. Coming together for various activities brings about joyful, spirited interaction among members. The Book Club of Grosse Ile supplies everything a book club promises, and more. Contact the club at suepizzimenti@hotmail.com. Learn some Island history Founded in 1959, the Grosse Ile Historical Society (GIHS) serves as an invaluable resource for Grosse Ile history, life, and culture. The GIHS’s collections tell the story of the Island through 240+ years and consist of hundreds of rare and unique documents, artifacts, and irreplaceable treasures. The primary location of the GIHS is within the East River Road Historic District which consists of the old Michigan Central Railroad Depot (built in 1904), the Custom House (constructed about 1873), St. James Episcopal Church chapel (built in 1867), and six mid-nineteenth century homes north of the chapel. Also, under the Society’s protection is the Grosse Ile Lighthouse (constructed in 1894 & redesigned SEE HAPPENING, Page 31
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