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.

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.

Library

Remember the Veteran’s Memorial Library in Trenton severs the community of Grosse Ile, as well at Trenton, Woodhaven and Brownstown.

Located in 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

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.

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.

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

GIHS has a museum display within the Grosse Ile Township Hall about some of the Air Station’s historic contributions. Eight Michigan Historic Site markers can be seen at various locations on the Island indicating important places, dates, and events in Grosse Ile’s past

Contact the Historical Society at 734-675-1250 or email gihistsoc@gmail.com.

Get up and move

The Island Road Runners was founded in 1981 and became a member of the Road Runners Club of America (RRCA) in 1995. The club provides support and encouragement to its runners and walkers, as well as promoting community fitness and awareness. We encourage runners and walkers of all abilities to join our group.

We meet every Saturday morning throughout the year at Grosse Ile Middle School at 8:30 a.m. There are several course options for running and/or walking. Runners and walkers of all abilities are welcome.

Contact the group at Islandroadrunners.com.

Land Conservancy

The Grosse Ile and Nature Land Conservancy works to achieve its goal of protecting land through land acquisition, conservation easements and educational projects.

Through gift or purchase, we secure ownership of natural land needed to protect our areas beauty and fragile habitats. The Conservancy also seeks grants of conservation easements from private landowners. This type of deed restriction allows owners to use their land and pass it on to future generations while enjoying certain tax benefits.

Reach the at www.ginlc.org; PO Box 12 • Grosse Ile, Michigan 48138.