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Photo of the remaining Wyandotte Yacht Club members at its final ball held on October 15, 2021
After 69 years, Wyandotte Yacht Club closes Donna Wyatt Former Commodore
October 15, 2021 marked a sad day for the Wyandotte Yacht Club (WYC) and its members as it celebrated the final Commodore’s Ball of the club’s 69-year existence. The very-well attended ball was held in honor of its 2020 Commodore, Cathy LaFrance and Gentleman Richard. The hall was truly elegant as it was filled with twinkling candles, white linen tablecloths and covered chairs. The tables were adorned with fresh floral centerpieces in the club’s blue, white and yellow colors hand-made by some of the WYC members. A pictorial history was being shown on a loop on a wall at the side of the ballroom. A beautifully decorated head table was at the center with a bandstand for the band called Atomic Radio at its side. The event was held at Silver Shores Banquet Hall in Wyandotte, also known to the WYC members as the original home of the Wyandotte Yacht Club. The Wyandotte Yacht Club was formed in 1952 by a group of boaters that wanted to help raise funds for the rowing activities of the Wyandotte Boat Club. The Wyandotte Yacht Club flourished throughout many of those years with many events that drew in
so many people that the parties were not only sold out, but always had a waiting list. People clamored to join WYC and have a part in what was known as an outstanding experience on the waterfront. Around 1997 those glorious days were put to a halt by a huge increase in the rent. The landlords had decided that they could earn more with a restaurant and banquet facility, so they raised the monthly rent to a number that was unobtainable for WYC and its members. Members spent months trying to negotiate for a better price but the landlord had already bid the property out to a new leaseholder and would not budge. This was truly disheartening, but most of the membership remained strong and formed a plan to purchase property up the river to keep the Wyandotte Yacht Club alive. There was a lot of work to be done at the new location and the 1999 Commodore, Dan Tulik and his wife, Mary, dug in and formed groups to work on building a new home for its members. A bar and restaurant had to be created from a shell of a building and a bay that needed updated water and electrical lines as well as some new infrastructure had to be obtained for this transition to be a success. It was a lot of hard work and the club lost about 100 members during this time, however, with the remodels finished in 2001, and the high hopes and dreams of the remaining members, the membership
began to grow again. Even though WYC gained new members during that time, the poor economy of 2009 proved to be too much of a financial burden and the club slowly died until this final moment. Many undying friendships were made during the WYC history, at the old and the new locations. This would explain the tremendous turn-out at the final Commodore’s Ball. WYC was known for throwing great events, and this Ball was no exception. The night’s master of ceremonies, 2001 Past Commodore, Jerry Wyatt, stated in his speech, “This is not a wake but rather a celebration of life… the life of Wyandotte Yacht Club and the people that were and are members of it. Because of this club, all of its members were able to travel around these waters and make many friendships… and as long as those friendships live on, the Wyandotte Yacht Club will live on in those memories.” I struggle as I try to end this article on a happy note. As the first female Commodore of WYC, I too have many great memories and have made lots of friends by joining in and being part of what was truly a great club. Farewell Wyandotte Yacht Club, you will be missed ... by all.
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Bears send four runners to cross country finals Four Wyandotte Roosevelt cross country runners - two boys and two girls - capped the 20212 season by competing in the state finals at Michigan International Speedway in Brooklyn earlier this month. Junior Michael Makuch and senior Sam Rankine ran in the Division 1 boys race and Samantha Cost and Aubry Migoski ran in the girls’ race. Makuch, who was the all-area champ and the Downriver League meet champion, ran 102nd at the state finals with a time of 16:43. There were more than 250 runners in the D1 race. Rankine ran 17:34. Cost was 182nd in the 267-runner girls race with a time of 20:24. Migoski was 191 in 20:31. All four runners reached the final by virtue of their performances at the MHSAA Division 1 regional at Lake Erie Metropark on Oct. 30. Makuch was fifth in his race, running 17:37 and Rankine was 12th, running 17:55. For the girls, Cost was
20th (21:17) and Migoski 25th (22:07). As a team, the Roosevelt girls were sixth at regionals and the boys were eighth. Roosevelt capped the regular season at the Downriver League meet where the boys were second to Woodhaven and the girls were third behind league champ Woodhaven and Allen Park. Makuch was the men’s individual champ, clocking 17:13 on the Lake Erie Metropark course. He finished well ahead of runner-up Ethan Rooney of Trenton, who ran 17:36. Rankine was third in 17:40. Ethan Johnson, Lucas Pratt and Riley Greene finished the scoring for the Bears. For the girls, Migoski was third in 20:09. Cost was seventh in 21:07 and Mercedes Dziendziel, Stevie Pizzo and Paige Chinavare followed in order for the Bears.
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Do you think of yourself as part of the solution? This is my 53rd column for the Grosse Ie Grand. What to say? Hmmmm, what to say? I’ve said a lot of things in nearly 4 ½ years (and I have all the best words). I have been preaching to the choir, I have also been talking loudly in a very crowded room where no one really hears. My words matter, my words are meaningless, it all Peter Rose depends on how my readers Wyandotte Warrior see their world. I see my stores as simply representative of the local and independent business world. I’m proud of my stores, but I am not just all about us. I dedicate myself to being a source of support and cheering for any business, anywhere, in which the owners are there on site, talking to people that trust them and value them. When guests become purchasers of the day, then consistent customers and proponents for us, we don’t take it lightly or take it for granted. We say thank you with every single purchase, and the sincerity cannot be faked. The thank you is real, it is felt. All indie stores feel real gratitude. And that, right there, is the difference in a single line. Now, most of my energy on this front has to be kept for my own businesses. But between Love Wyandotte and Love Local, a lot of time, energy and passion have been spent on the greater good. It is not enough for my stores to do well; the entire community needs to do well for anything sustainable to be achieved. So we never stop saying nice things about local businesses here in Wyandotte, and anywhere else we go. We never stop telling people to think local first. I feel a true responsibility to be a part of the solution. To be a part of my cities and neighborhoods, and the people that live here. To never disparage anything local in public, nor fail to support with enthusiasm and positive reviews, and recommendations to go there. I don’t have to do this. Every word I write is time
diverted from managing my own stores, and it seems more than ever that time is increasingly scarce, right? But you know what? In such a fast world, with so much polarization and tension, it is extraordinarily satisfying and rewarding to be nice. It is not hard to do. It does, though, require the mindset to do so. To always consider where we can go where we’ll be thanked and appreciated, which is, of course, the local and independent stores and restaurants. We take pictures of meals served. We say nice things about the service, or the uniqueness, or just about anything to be consistently nice. I have been working to foster more unity and supportiveness for a long time. Four and a half years ago, I was given the opportunity to make my enthusiasm for local businesses public, through the Grosse Ile Grand. I now get to say things that may influence residents of Southgate, Riverview, Wyandotte and still Grosse Ile. I am fully aware that for a great many people, there is nothing I can say that will actually get them to stop sending money out of state to get what they want. National businesses, including internet options, and direct to consumer brands (many of which I sell and, and am forced to cope with direct competition) have been very successful through marketing and cooperation with TV shows that keep hyping them as if they had a stake in it all.
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It is this deliberate strategy to undermine local and replace it with national that galls me, energizes me to keep objecting, keep urging people to not only pay attention and try their best to keep their spending money local, but talk it up as much as possible. I cannot get my arms around indifference to this serious challenge to the economic health of the region in which people live. The evident truth seems hard to refute: Those that pay no attention and just use their money only for the immediacy of such spending habits do not see themselves as part of the solution. It’s not something to criticize; it’s for me to try harder to explain the difference. I have written a few times about the idea of the disconnect between each person’s lack of awareness about the power they hold. If you simply use the “Where’s George” idea, and imagine the $100 bill you spent bouncing around like that in just our Downriver area, being spent over and over again, you get it immediately, if you want to get it. That money echoes around a lot -- or leaves the state. Boom, it’s gone. It is someone else’s now. The bounce-back from the damage done to local businesses is awesome. And more people than ever before are telling me why they shop locally. I see all manner of “shop local” messages, and I know that for many, this idea is taking hold in a whole new way. At the same time, Amazon continues to flourish. People can’t WAIT to click and have it arrive at their door, having avoided any engagement in keeping Downriver strong, vibrant and healthy. We’re in the time of “the proof is in the pudding.” There are two months until 2022. It’s showtime for retailers and restaurants. Things are feeling solid and bouncy around here – how awesome to be able to say that! Come eat, drink and shop in this fantastic town! Thank you to all that are “the choir.” Thanks to all that shop locally, as if it was a cult. Happy Thanksgiving, Happy Holidays!
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Time to get trees ready for winter weather
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Trees often look spooky or artistic in November, reaching leafless branches toward a late autumn sky. Although the trees look arty and beautiful, this also is a practical time for property owners to take a closer look and inspect their trees for problems or needed work. “As the leaves fall off, you can start to see things that you might not be able to see in summer,” said Kevin Sayers, urban and community forestry program lead for the Michigan Department of Natural Resources. “You can see branches that are damaged, broken, hanging or even just crossing others in the tree.” James Wieferich, a DNR forest health specialist, said it’s also easier to spot some signs of disease or insect infestation on bare trees in fall. “Occasionally, you will see loose bark or exit holes coming out of the bark,” he said. “In many cases, exit holes are not a major concern for tree health, but some like those left behind by Asian longhorned beetles can have major implications.” It’s also much easier to spot the creamy-to-tan egg masses laid by Lymantria dispar dispar (formerly known as gypsy moths) after leaves are down. Pruning Pruning can help keep trees healthy over the winter, when branches become laden with ice and snow and weak ones can break. “Ice and snow can do pretty significant damage to any tree, but especially those that are not structurally strong or well-pruned,” Sayers said. Look for tree branches that are damaged, broken or interfering with other branches or structures like buildings or with light fixtures. Branches that cross or touch each other or other things can get damaged or cause damage during winter storms. Then, create a plan for how to properly trim or remove them. Remember, safety first when pruning trees, especially large trees. Use the proper tools, wear gloves and safety glasses, and never trim branches near power lines or from a ladder. Sometimes the work is best left to experts. Sayers recommends hiring a professional arborist for large trees or difficult situations. An arborist also may be able to suggest ways to preserve and care for damaged trees that might otherwise be removed unnecessarily. “An experienced and skilled arborist may suggest cabling or bracing as a better option to pruning,” Sayers said. In most cases, homeowners can handle groundbased pruning on smaller trees and branches with hand tools. Check out the Arbor Day Foundation’s tips and guidelines for pruning. When tree removal is needed, it’s best to hire a
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professional who is certified and insured, because the work can be complicated and dangerous. Don’t risk damaging property, causing injury or worse by trying to do it yourself. The International Society of Arboriculture has a tool for finding a certified arborist in your area, and the Tree Care Industry Association maintains a list of accredited tree-care companies. Mulch Mulch offers many benefits, and during a harsh winter, it can provide an important layer of insulation for tree roots. “It acts like a blanket, helping to moderate changes in soil temperature and moisture,” Sayers said. “Trees do need moisture, even in the winter, especially the evergreens. On those bright and sunny but cold days, evergreen trees will begin to transpire, or move water from the roots to the needles,” he said. “But if water is unavailable, they can dry out, turn red or brown and result in what’s called ‘winter burn.’” That’s why it’s a good idea to water trees in the fall, especially newly planted trees or evergreen trees and if it has been dry. A 2- to 3-inch layer of mulch applied under the tree canopy is usually sufficient. It’s important to keep mulch a few inches away from the tree trunk to avoid potentially trapping moisture that can lead to decay or disease. Michigan State University Extension offers mulching tips.
Leaf litter is a great form of mulch that provides organic matter and nutrients to the soil as it breaks down. So, this fall, consider putting the rake away and mowing the leaves into mulch to fertilize the soil. “Your trees, and other beneficial insects that shelter in the leaf litter, will thank you,” Sayers said. Keep nibbling animals at bay Animals can also pose a winter threat to trees and shrubs. “Deer, mice and rabbits love to munch on shrubs and trees during the winter,” Sayers said. “Deer will eat evergreen vegetation, tree buds and chew on tender branches of young trees.” Bucks also can scar tree trunks by rubbing their antlers on young trees, especially during the fall and early winter. Damage from rabbits and mice is typically found on trunks and branches close to the ground. If animals are a threat, you may want to consider putting tree wrap around the trunk of trees in winter. Corrugated plastic sheathing, burlap or netting can be used to protect them. MSU Extension offers tips for deer-proofing trees. Go after insects Lymantria dispar dispar had a big year in 2021, defoliating trees in various parts of the state. Overall SEE TREES, Page 11
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Gabriel Richard To Raise Funds On “Burgundy Tuesday” Article by Lenny Fritz, Gabriel Richard Junior Gabriel Richard Catholic High School will be hosting its annual Giving Tuesday fundraiser, specially branded as “Burgundy Tuesday” on November 30, this years nationally recognized day of giving. This fundraiser is the one time a year when Gabriel Richard students are allowed to use social media in class, in an effort to raise funds in support the school. This year, the money raised will go towards the installation of new air conditioners in each classroom, with any excess money going towards improvements to the science classrooms. Last year the school raised over $56,000. The staff and students at Gabriel Richard are optimistic about the amount of funds that will be raised this year. The fundraiser, besides being a great way to help raise money to support the school, is also a competition between students to see who can raise the most money. The students in each class who raise the most money will be awarded gift cards and the student who raises the most money overall will receive a pair of Apple Airpods. All members of the Gabriel Richard and local community are excited about this year’s fundraiser, and the school’s administration wishes to thank all those that have supported the school and allowed Gabriel Richard to flourish in recent years.
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Coming on the opening day of President Biden’s visit to COP26, the Conference of the Parties, 26th summit on Climate Change in Glasgow, Scotland, on Nov. 1, 2021, three Downriver churches held a virtual “Christian Response to Climate Change” forum designed to raise awareness of the dangers of global warming and the actions necessary to save the planet. Sponsored by Trenton’s St. Philip Lutheran Church and its Perennial Waters Project, St. Thomas Lutheran Church on Grosse Ile, and Unity Lutheran of Southgate, the program’s keynote speaker was the Rev. Dr. Terry Gallagher, Climate Reality Leader. Pastor Jack Eggleston introduced the Rev. Dr. Gallagher, a minister in the United Church of Christ, who was originally trained as a chemical
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Continued from page 20 The United States Departments of State and Defense acknowledge that the climate crisis drives migration and is a threat enhancer. In Central America and Africa, people are risking their lives because the places they live are not safe or inhabitable for their children. On the very night of the community forum, the ABC Evening News with David Muir ran a story about the five year drought in Madagascar and the subsequent famine that Dr. Gallagher affects more than a million residents. Gallagher continued, “The fire season in the American West is 105 days longer than it was in the past. Just recall the horrors and devastation of recent wildfires in California, Oregon, and Washington. The air pollution from that could be felt in Michigan, and as far east as New York City.” Let’s just ignore it. How about them Lions? John 15:12 “This is my commandment, that you Love one another as I have Loved you. No one has greater Love than this, to lay down one’s life for one’s friends. Reverend Gallagher then turned to the question of “what do you do, how do you respond?” He related a personal story of the sudden and unexpected death of his beloved wife in under two weeks. He was in shock, paralyzed with grief, nonfunctioning, with three children to raise alone. “Brueggmann was right,” Gallagher said. ‘The Church is uniquely positioned to aid in the guiding of grief.’ And in his sorrow. “Every night for many months, the good people of St. Philip brought a meal to my front door. Every single night. And over many months, I was able to start functioning again. Following Kubler-Ross, the first stages of grief is shock and denial. “For many of us in first world countries, we are still in shock and denial, because we don’t yet know somebody that is suffering the effects of the climate crisis sufficiently to want us to change our lives. And ultimately, that’s how we handle this crisis. We change our lives. And that’s not easy. “So the death we are going to experience, besides the human tragedy and the devastation to the animal world and vegetation is the death of a way of life. The only way we get through this as a people, as God’s people, is that we begin to care, to modify our lives. We have to get through the shock, the denial, the anger, and move on to the acceptance and understanding of the reality of climate change.” Gallagher challenged the audience not to just ignore the reality, or withdraw but to find the way out of grief through action, to get involved, to move to hope.
Christians, it seems, care about others. “As an engineer, I have hope,” he said. “It’s hogwash to say it’s too late. We have the technology, we have the solutions, and if we do the solutions, we can save the planet, and save lives, but also save money. But there is a lot of money invested in the current systems. “The question is, what are we willing to do for our children and our grandchildren to stop this crisis? As people of faith, God will be with us on this path.” Micah 6:1-8 “What does the Lord require of you but to do justice, and to love kindness, and to walk humbly with your God.” In the next segment, Gallagher cited numerous examples that give us hope for the future. For example, the cost of onshore wind power has significantly dropped since 1984, while production of megawatts deployed has grown exponentially. In Scotland, enough wind power was produced in November 2018 to meet 109 percent of their electricity demand. Solar power capacity throughout the world has exploded using renewable energy. Even the Vatican has a solar farm to safely harvest energy. Over 180 global companies have made a commitment to go 100 percent renewable. Buildings are being built or retrofitted to be more energy efficient. Identifying a UN special report stating, “Agriculture and the food system are key to global climate change responses, farmers are using key regenerative agriculture principles protecting and improving soil health, biodiversity, water quality, and social and economic equity.” What gives greatest hope is that people are acting. Particularly, young people are organizing throughout the world for climate justice. Reverend Gallagher then asked, “What is God calling us to do? What can the faith community do
together? “First, talk about it - over the backyard fence, in the fellowship halls, from the pulpit. Secondly, organize action on a political level. Calling politicians, more so than writing letters. Attend local public events as people of faith, sharing what you are doing both individually and as a group to make a difference. Next, have our voices for change heard at the ballot box, by electing candidates to support efforts to reduce practices that harm the environment, and by voting accordingly. “There is no Planet B.” The final portion of the forum was a Q and A, led by Dr. John Hartig, PhD, former Refuge Manager for the Detroit River International Wildlife Refuge, currently a visiting scholar at the University of Windsor’s Great Lakes Institute for Environmental Research. Rev. Branden Hunt, Pastor of St. Philip, concluded the forum imploring all to be good stewards of the earth. Hartig encapsulated the answers and action moving forward, “All three churches who have sponsored this forum are interested in partnering on actions that demonstrate caring for creation,” he said. One point that really resonated is that people of faith need to talk about what they are doing to care for creation - telling stories - and advocate for it through telephone calls and letter writing to governments and other decision makers. The church needs to show by example how caring for creation can become part of everyday life. “We need to realize the reality, move through the grief, and act together in faith, hope, and love. We all share a common value and duty in making the world a better place for our children and grandchildren.” And, can we hear the Church say: “Amen.”
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What’s happening Wyandotte ... Help for the holidays The Wyandotte Goodfellows are standing by to help needy residents make sure Christmas and the holidays are happy. If you need help from the Goodfellows this year just drop by the Copeland Center on December 6 and 7 from 9 a.m. - 3 p.m. or Dec 9 from 9 a.m. - 7 p.m. and see what the group can do for you. The help is for Wyandotte residents only. You need to bring a government ID, child’s birth certificate or school report and proof of housing. If you need help and don’t have all the information required, please stop by anyway. The Goodfellows can work around many situations, it’s just that the more information you can provide, the easier it is for them to help you. Visit with Santa As Christmas approaches, the Wyandotte Downtown Development Authority is bringing Santa Claus to town to visit with area children. The Jolly Old Elf will be at Joe’s Hamburgers on Dec. 3, at White Furniture in Dec. 10 and at Biddle Hall on Dec. 17. All of his visits will be between 4-8 p.m. Hope to see you all there. Take it Outside (2021-2022) High School Nature & Wildlife Photo Contest: Hosted by Grosse Ile Nature and Land Conservancy. Deadline Thursday, May 5, 2022. Open to all high school students. Our all-digital Take It Outside Photo Contest has begun. High School students may enter up to three photos, one in each category. All information will be updated on our website soon. It’s free, it’s easy and who doesn’t love capturing a gorgeous photo while enjoying the outdoors? All area High Schools are invited to participate. If you are a teacher and would like more information and a poster for your classroom, send us a message. We’d love to share the opportunity with your students. Enter at www. ginlc.org. Lights, trails and seasonal tales December 10 from 6-8 p.m. at Lake
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Erie Metropark. Break away from the hustle and bustle of holiday season and join us for an evening of outdoor seasonal fun. We’ll hit the trail for a guided walk along our luminary-lit nature trail where we will meet a variety of Christmas-themed characters who will share a tale or two with us. The event begins at the Marshlands Museum. Pre-registration is required. Call 734-379-5020. Huron-Clinton Metroparks 2022 Annual Passes: On Sale Now. The park system is offering a $5 discount to residents of the five counties they serve for annual vehicle passes purchased by Dec. 31. That one pass can be used to access each of the 13 Metroparks across Southeast Michigan all year long. Starting Jan. 1, the 2022 Metroparks annual pass will again cost $40 for residents ($29 for Seniors 62+) of the five counties served – Livingston, Macomb, Oakland, Washtenaw and Wayne – or $45 for non-residents ($34 for Seniors 62+). But now through the end of the year, residents can purchase their 2022 vehicle pass for just $35, or $24 for Seniors 62 and older. The 13 Huron-Clinton Metroparks include Delhi, Dexter-Huron, Hudson Mills, Huron Meadows, Indian Springs, Kensington, Lake Erie, Lake St. Clair, Lower Huron, Oakwoods, Stony Creek, Willow and Wolcott Mill Metroparks. Passes can be purchased
at metroparks.com (look for the “Buy Annual Pass” button in the menu) or at any Metroparks toll booth or park office. Downriver Retired Public School Personnel Meeting at noon on Thursday, Nov.18 at Baldo’s Restaurant, 20051 Telegraph, Brownstown. Speaker: Grosse Ile’s Barry VanEngelen - The Guitar Guy – Christmas music. Reservations required. Cost is $20. For more information, contact Ethel Carver at ethelc99@hotmail.com or 734-6755008 or Cass Gorkiewicz at gorkiec@ iserv.net or 734-552-1609. Sunday with Santa December 12 from 10 a.m. - 3:30 p.m. at Oakwoods Metropark. Let’s get together and sing Christmas carols, hear a story, play games, make crafts, and enjoy some hot cocoa and cookies. Every family will even get their own private visit with Santa in our very own North Pole room. The event will be hld at the Oakwoods Metropark Nature Center and pre-registration is required. Call 734-782-3956. Job Assistance The SEMCA Michigan Works! in Southgate, 15100 Northline Rd, Room 103, is offering help with job searching. Free services may include career assessment and guidance; GED
Goodfellows fundraiser Toys to Tots and the Wyandotte Goodfellows will hold their annual Holiday Comedy Benefit Show fundraiser on Dec. 12 at 7 p.m. at the Knights of Columbus Lounge, 3035 Biddle. This is the 13th annual comedy benefit and doors open at 6 p.m. The price of admission is one now, unwrapped toy or a $10 donation. \ AAUW scholarships The AAUW Wyandotte-Downriver Branch offers several scholarships annually to female undergraduate students at Baker College, Henry Ford College, Lawrence Technological University and Wayne County Community College District. Interested students can pick up an AAUW application at their school’s counseling office. Candidates must have earned a minimum of 12 credits, be a United States citizen and a resident of the Downriver area. An essay is required. For more information, contact rjhart720@ yahoo.com or visit downriver-mi. aauw.net. Knit and Crochet Club The club meets from 1-3 p.m., Tuesdays. Meet, mingle and trade inspiration with local knitters and crocheters. Bring your own projects and have fun with a like-minded group. This is not an instructing class; however, you are welcome to ask others to share their knowledge and help. Cost: $3 donation to the DCA. Downriver Council for the Arts, 81 Chestnut, Wyandotte. (734) 720-0671 or visit downriverarts.org
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