What’s Going On is a listing of activities taking place throughout the Downriver community. To submit an event, send an email to downriverlife@thenewsherald.com. List the time, date, location, cost and contact information. Submit announcements at least two weeks prior to the event.
Events added this week
51st Annual U. W. Women’s Bazaar: Faith United Methodist Church, 2530 Charlton Rd. Trenton, from 10 a.m. to 5:30 p.m., on Friday, Nov. 8. $10 carry out luncheon and dinner available from 11 a.m. – 5:30 p.m. No admission fee. For more information, call Laura Hayman at 734 671 5211.
Michigan Association of Retired School Personnel: MARSP will have their next meeting at noon on Nov. 21, at Crystal Gardens, 16703 Fort Street, Southgate. The presenter will be Barry Van Englen known as “The Guitar Guy.” The cost of the luncheon is $19. Checks should be made payable to: Downriver Chapter of MARSP. Please mail to: Downriver Chapter of MARSP, P.O. Box 2406, Riverview MI 48193 or pay electronically through Zelle or Venmo – downrivermarsp@gmail. RSVP no later than Nov. 14. No walk-ins, no refunds.
Events
Macramé Ghosts: At the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte, Monday, Oct. 21 at 5 p.m. Come make an adorable hanging ghost with macramé rope! All materials will be supplied. Registration opens at 10 a.m. Monday, Oct. 7. For more information or to register, call 734-246-8357 or visit baconlibrary.org
Story Times: At the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte. Babytime/Toddler, Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 10 a.m. Join Ms. Lynne for stories, music, dance, and bubbles. This program is geared for babies and young toddlers. Family Storytime, Tuesday, Oct. 22 at 11 a.m. Join Ms. Lynne for stories, music, dance and more. This program is geared to families with children of multiple ages. Make Time For Play, Tuesday, Oct. 29 at 10 a.m. The storytime room will be changed into a playgroup space featuring multiple play and learning stations for children to circulate through. The stations will include dramatic play, large and small motor play, sand table, and a rotating monthly themed station. Families are welcome to come and go throughout the morning. Registration required. For more information or to register, call 734-246-8357 or visit baconlibrary.org
Makin’ At Bacon: At the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte. The 4 Frights of Halloween! Kids Crafts is Tuesday, Oct. 22, 29. Costumes, pumpkins, ghosts, oh my. Ms. Joann has a new Halloween-themed kid’s craft every Tuesday in October. Make one before they disappear. For more information, call 734-246-8357 or visit baconlibrary.org
Textile Lab: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 22, 29, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Textile Lab is a weekly lab for textile crafters to come together and work on their projects. If you love to quilt, sew, knit, crochet, embroider, needlepoint, or any other textile crafting, this is the place for you! An instructor will be available to teach you how to quilt, or to guide you on your projects. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) Support Group: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 23, from 12-1 p.m. The VIP meeting is a monthly support group for people experiencing vision loss and their caregivers. Each month, we meet to discuss important topics and connect over shared concerns, with occasional speakers. Meet in person or join in remotely. To join remotely by phone, please call 267-807-9601 and use Access Code: 965803, or join virtually by visiting bit.ly/TCLbtbcall. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Adult Thrifted Ghost Painting: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 23, from 5:30-7:30 p.m. Did you think we’d let the teens have all the fun? Join us for an adults only evening of spooky creativity with thrifted ghost paintings! We’ll provide the paint and have 10 thrifted paintings to use as canvases, but feel free to bring your own if you’d like. We’ll also provide snacks and have a spooky playlist to enjoy. This event is for ages 18+. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Free Lunches and Free Health Screenings: At Church of Resurrection, 27085 W Outer Dr Ecorse, from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m., on the following dates: Oct. 23 and Nov. 27. Sponsored by WSU Health Mobile Unit and Free Lunch n Prayer Street Outreach (freelunchandprayer.org). General health screenings: Blood pressure, Diabetes, Cholesterol, Kidney function.COVID-19 PCR testing (3+ years old) for symptomatic individuals. (We do not offer routine screening). No appointment needed. ID not required *we do collect if available. Insurance not required. We do collect if available, however, you will not receive a co-pay for this event. Other Services that may be available: HIV testing (13+ years old, results within 20 minutes), Linkage to care and community resources. For more information, contact LaChelle Anderson (aka Sister Shelli) at 313 355 2746 or email lachelleanderson38@gmail.com
Yarniaks!: At the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte, Thursday, Oct. 24 at 4 p.m. Crocheters, knitters, spinners and weavers of all skill levels and ages are invited to join us monthly. We will troubleshoot project issues, discuss techniques and methods, and just have an all-around good time. Supplies are not provided, so please make sure to bring your own. For more information or to register, call 734-246-8357 or visit baconlibrary.org
Writing Sessions: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 24, 31, from 2:30-4:30 p.m. Calling all writers! We will have one of the front Community Rooms available for those looking for motivation to start writing to come in and write every Thursday, from 2:30-4:30pm. It’ll be a quiet place with little to no interruptions, and enough space to spread out your notes and plotline maps. Are you up for the challenge? For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Bark for Books: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 24, from 5-7 p.m. Is your child just learning to read or wants to build confidence to read or speak aloud? Do they want to practice reading to a therapy dog? Then join us at Bark for Books for a chance to read aloud any book of your choice to a trained therapy dog. We collaborate with a local therapy dog group to get two dogs in the library for patrons to read to for 15 minute intervals. All the dogs love hearing stories and getting pets and can’t wait to meet you readers. Registration is required and we’ll have 15 spots open for a child to read, so stop in the library or give us a call starting Oct. 10 to sign up for a time slot. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Paranormal Oakwood Cemetery: At the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte, Friday, Oct. 25 at 6 p.m. Join us for a discussion of paranormal findings from our very own Oakwood Cemetery. Registration appreciated. For more information or to register, call 734-246-8357 or visit baconlibrary.org
Owl Prowl – Outstanding Owls: Sponsored by the Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy at Centennial Farms, 25795 3rd Street, Grosse Ile, on Saturday, Oct. 26, from 7-8:30 p.m. We’ll explore “wide-eyed owls” with all their neat features, from hooked beaks to silent wings to oh-so-sharp talons, through movement, artifacts, and taxidermy. We’ll also listen to the sounds of Michigan owls and try to mimic them and dissect their pellets. For more information, email GINLC.education@gmail.com
Family Trick Or Treat: At the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte, Saturday, Oct. 26 is 5 p.m. Trick-Or-Treating through the historic Bacon home. Costumes are welcome but not mandatory. We hope to see you. Registration is NOT required. For more information, call 734-246-8357 or visit baconlibrary.org
A Spooky Crafting Together: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 26, from 11 a.m. – noon Monthly Crafting Together aimed to give parents and children the opportunity to use their creativity to create beautiful masterpieces and memories. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Using Social Media for Genealogy: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 26, from 2-3 p.m. Join professional genealogical researcher, speaker, educator & author, Katherine R. Wilson, for a one-hour presentation to discuss the genealogical benefits of a variety of social media platforms, finding the social media content that’s genealogically relevant, and platform settings for privacy and notifications. A handout will be provided and a Q&A period will follow the presentation. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Christ the King Rummage Sale: Christ the King Lutheran Church Extravaganza Donation Station and Thrift Store Community Tent Sale located at 16700 Pennsylvania Road, Southgate on Friday, Oct. 25 and Saturday, Oct. 26, from 9 a.m. – 4 p.m. Clothing, furniture, household items, medical, beauty items, holiday & Christmas, trees and wreaths, homemade baked goods. concessions, hot dogs and a 50/50 raffle. For more information, visit ctk.me
Friends of the Library Meeting: At the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte, Oct. 28 at 4:30 p.m. Join with this dedicated group of volunteers to enhance the library experience. New members are always welcome. If you’d like to receive an email reminder about the meeting, please register. For more information or to register, call 734-246-8357 or visit baconlibrary.org
Halloween Baby Buddies Storytime: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 29, from 2-2:30 p.m. This week’s theme will be Halloween Storytime Baby Buddies is aimed toward parents with infants (ages 0-1), but older siblings are welcome. We will have lap time, singing, and read several books together. At the end, there will be time for creative play and parent conversation. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Race the Space: At the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte, Hot Wheels is Oct. 30. Build the tracks and race the cars using the library’s collection of Hot Wheels! Vroom. For more information or to register, call 734-246-8357 or visit baconlibrary.org
Monster Madness (0-12): Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 30, from 6-7 p.m. Want to have some free holiday fun, and escape the cold, come join us for a Special Halloween event Monster Madness. There will be games, crafts, music, and more, all while you trick or treat in the Monsters Incorporated headquarters; this event is geared towards kids ages 0-12 but everyone is welcome. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Drive-thru Chicken Supper: At Willow United Methodist Church, 36925 Willow Road, New Boston, on Nov. 13 at 4:30 p.m. until sold out. Four pieces of chicken, mashed potatoes, gravy, green beans, dinner roll, dinner biscuit and choice of pie for $15. Call before 4 p.m. and order will be ready when you drive. Call 734-654-9020.
Trip: Celebrate the Feast of Our Lady of Guadalupe with Cardinal Burke at the Shrine in La Crosse, Wisconsin; Dec. 11-14. Luxury motor coach departs from Our Lady of Mt. Carmel Church (2609 Tenth St.), Wyandotte Wednesday, Dec.11. Spend two nights in La Crosse and attend the Solemn Mass of Consecration to complete the nine-month novena. On Friday, the pilgrimage continues to Holy Hill Carmelite Shrine in eastern Wisconsin overnight and return on Saturday, Dec. 14. $175 deposit due with registration. Balance of $150 due Nov. 25. The flier with complete information is available at calltoholiness.com.
Senior Citizens Recreation: Sponsored by the Huron Charter Township Senior Citizen Recreation Department at the Krzyske Center, 28245 Mineral Springs Road, New Boston. Mondays – Exercise: “Get Moving” from 10:30-11:30 a.m. in “the Barn,” & Pinochle at 12:30-4:30 p.m.; Tuesdays – Bocce Ball from 10-noon, & Double Deck Pinochle from noon-2:30 p.m.; Thursdays – Mah Jongg from 10 a.m. – noon, & Euchre and Dominoes 12:30-3:30 p.m. Taking registrations for the 2024 Downriver Senior Olympics (DSO) held Aug. 12-16, hosted this year by Southgate and our Senior Bowling League is looking for players for the 2024-25 Season which begins Sept. 4. For more information, call 734-654-9281.
Ongoing community events
Salvation Army Community Classes/Clubs: Downriver Archery Club – Mondays, 4:30-6:30 p.m., Two Classes – $10 for the season. Downriver Music – Tuesdays, 4:30-5:30 p.m. Downriver Youth – Tuesdays, 5:30-7:30 p.m. Downriver Bible Study – Wednesdays, 5 p.m. Downriver Air Rifle Club – Thursdays, 4:30-6:30 p.m. – Two Classes – $10 for the season. SA Downriver Gaming – 2nd Saturday of the month, 4-7 p.m. The events are held at the Salvation Army Downriver Corps Community Center. For more information, call 734-282-0930.
Sewing for Jesus: Come join us and help make dresses for girls in need worldwide. Even if you do not sew, you can come and cut bias tape that is sewn around the armhole of the dresses. We meet at Evangel Baptist Church, 16994 Telegraph, Taylor, MI on Mondays from 10:30 a.m. – 2:30 p.m. Even if you can only come for a couple hours, we would love to see you. We also greatly appreciate donations of 100% cotton fabric, double wide bias tape, thread, lace and trim and monetary donations. For any questions, email Bev Breece at Kbreece7@aol.com
Adult Writer’s Group: Every second Saturday of the month, from 2-3 p.m., at the Trenton Veterans Memorial Library. Do you love to write? Are you looking for a supportive, helpful space to share with other writers? You will need to submit either 2-3 shorter pieces, 1 longer piece or (up to) 10 pages of fiction or nonfiction the month before we meet. The content of your writing must be PG rated. Registration is required for this group. You can register in-person at the library’s Reference Desk, via phone or email. For more information, visit trenton.lib.mi.us or email Erin Chapman at echapman@trenton-mi.com.
Tuesday Morning Book Club: At the Trenton Veterans Memorial Library. Every first Tuesday of the month at 10:30 a.m. Join us for a lively book discussion. Book selections are online at trenton.lib.mi.us. For more information, call 734-676-9777.
Basic Computer Class: At the Trenton Veterans Memorial Library. Every Second Saturday at 10:30 a.m. Join us for a basic computer class. Computer class topics may change. Check trenton.lib.mi.us for the most recent computer class listing. For more information, 734-676-9777.
Yoga: At the Trenton Veterans Memorial Library. Gentle and Strong Every third Wednesday of the month at 6 p.m. Please join us for a gentle, restorative Yoga class. Please bring a yoga mat, a towel and water. Call 734-676-9777 or stop by the reference desk to register. Registration online at trenton.lib.mi.us.
Book-a-Librarian: Learn how to use your Smart Device, how to use Zoom and other remote meeting software, as well as how to download library eBooks, eAudiobooks, music, movies & more! Call 734-676-9777, email tpubliclibrary@trenton-mi.com or stop by our Reference Desk to request your appointment.
Stay Sharp Kits & Pet Companions: At the Trenton Veterans Memorial Library. Stay Sharp Kits are a wonderful resource for adults (and the caregivers of adults) who are experiencing memory loss and other cognitive issues related to dementia, Alzheimer’s disease, and other memory disorders. These themed kits are filled with a variety of materials and activities that have been designed to promote cognitive skills. Some activities focus more on conversation and socializing, others on motor skills and critical thinking. All work to stimulate mind and memory and improve mental speed while eliciting a sense of accomplishment and independence. For more information, 734-676-9777 or visit trenton.lib.mi.us
LEGO Club: At the Trenton Veterans Memorial Library, for children ages 5 and up. Every 3rd Monday of the month. We’ll provide the LEGO, you bring the creativity. Miss Ashley will give a fun prompt for kids at each meet-up to get them started, but what they make is all up to them. You can register by calling the library at 734-676-9777 or signing up at the Reference Desk.
Budding Bookworms: At the Trenton Veterans Memorial Library is an early literacy storytimes for the youngest bookworms run by Miss Ashley. Wednesday morning at 10 a.m. for children ages 0 to 3 and Wednesday morning at 11 a.m. for children ages 3-5. Call 734-676-9777 or stop by the Reference Desk to register.
Al Turner Drop In Chess: At the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte. Kids and adults of all ages can meet challenging new players every Wednesday at 5 p.m. For more information, call 734-246-8357.
Teen Writer’s Group: At the Trenton Veterans Memorial Library. Aspiring Teen Writers will meet up to work on their craft, share with their peers, and gain helpful insight from local author Holly Ash who will be attending the sessions! The first Wednesday of every month at 6 p.m. New members are always welcome. This event is for youth ages 12-17. For more information or to register, 734-676-9777 or visit trenton.lib.mi.us
Literacy Littles: At the Trenton Veterans Memorial Library on the 1st Saturday of the month at 10:30 a.m. Led by Miss Ashley, this book club will explore the superpower of reading by focusing on a new book each month. Intended for children in Kindergarten through 2nd grade. Registration is required. If you would like Miss Ashley to place the book on hold for you please let us know during registration. For more information or to register, 734-676-9777 or visit trenton.lib.mi.us
Well-Read Wanderers: At the Trenton Veterans Memorial Library. A Book Club for 3rd-, 4th-, & 5th-graders. Meets on the 3rd Saturday of every month from 10:30-11:30 a.m. Every month we will meet to discuss and start reading a new book. We will learn some of the basic elements of a book (i.e. plot, characters etc.), so that we have a greater understanding of what we read. After taking turns reading aloud, the children will take their books home to finish reading on their own. For more information or to register, 734-676-9777 or visit trenton.lib.mi.us
Meals on Wheels Drivers Needed: The Senior Alliance has partnered with the Wayne County Department of Senior Services to discover what drives you to volunteer and meet an immediate need for volunteer drivers for Meals on Wheels. The Senior Alliance, Area Agency on Aging 1-C, is a pivotal nonprofit organization in Michigan providing vital services to aging adults and adults with disabilities. For more information about becoming a Meals on Wheels volunteer, visit whatdrivesyoutovolunteer.org.
Taylor Garden Club: Meets the 3rd Thursday of the month September through June. Meetings are held at the Taylor Senior Activity Center. Hospitality at 6 p.m. meeting begins at 6:30 p.m. Guests are welcome to attend once for free. Membership fee is $25 per year. You do not have to live in Taylor to join the group. For more information contact Nancy Smith at 315-408-6581 or by email at smithnan88@yahoo.com
Huron River Fishing Association: General meetings are held the first Monday of each month at 6:30 p.m. in the Flat Rock Community Center, 1 McGuire St. in Flat Rock. The general meetings include seminars and speakers related to river fishing, fly fishing, ecological concerns and environmental concerns. A fly tying meeting is held every third Monday of the month where you will learn how to tie a specific fly. For more information, visit the group’s Facebook page at https://tinyurl.com/ycx4tkwf
Crafters Welcome: Crafters meet every Thursday from 10-11:45 a.m. in the social hall of St. Cyprian Catholic Church on Pennsylvania Rd, Riverview. We knit, crochet and sew a variety of items such as hats and scarves for all ages, baby items, lap blankets, quilts, stuffed toys, dishcloths, and adult bibs just to name a few to donate to local groups who support those in need such at our veterans, soup kitchen clients, a local hospice and the homeless.
Huron Twp. Senior Citizens Recreation: At the Krzyske Senior Center, 28245 Mineral Spring Road, New Boston (unless otherwise noted). Mondays – Exercise: Get Moving, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. in the Barn. Mondays – pinochle, from 12:30-4:30 p.m. Wednesdays – bowling, from 10 a.m.-noon at Romulus Bowling Ctr. Thursdays – mah jongg, from 10 a.m. to -noon. Thursdays – euchre and dominoes 12:30-3:30 p.m. Activities are canceled if Huron School District cancels school due to inclement weather, and for all Huron Twp. Holidays. For more information, call 734-654-9281.
Marine Corps League Events: Game Night every Monday, from 5-10 p.m. (except for the first Monday of the month). The grill is open every Monday, Wednesday, and Friday, from 4-10 p.m. 1600 – 2000 (except for the first Monday of the month). Public welcome. For more information, call 313-382-5618 or visit www.downrivermarines.net.
American Flag Disposal: Heart to Heart Hospice of Southgate is a local site for American Flag disposal. From 10 a.m. to 4 p.m., Monday through Friday, Heart to Heart will allow the general public to bring their tired and worn American flags to our Southgate office. The office is located at 1 Heritage Place, Suite 107, Southgate, in the Real Estate One building. For more information, call 734-282-0209.
Genealogy Research: The Downriver Genealogical Society Library, located at 28639 Division Street in Flat Rock, is free and open for genealogy research Tuesdays from 9 a.m. – 1 p.m. and Thursdays from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. The society began in 1980 and for the past 42 years has been collecting information on the people and cities of the downriver communities, most taken from local newspapers. There are also resources from the surrounding areas and for other states and other countries. Volunteers are available to help those wanting to begin researching their own family. Information on the society, holdings and publications can be found at downrivergenealogy.org. For more information, call 734-535-6530.
Mental Illness Support Group: For relatives and friends of the mentally Ill in the Downriver area meets the 2nd Wednesday of each month at 6:30 p.m. at the First Presbyterian Church of Dearborn, 600 N. Brady, in Mitchell Hall. Another support group meets on the 3rd Wednesday of each month at 10 a.m., at the Henry Ford Wyandotte Hospital’s Rehabilitation Bldg. on the 2nd floor, room 232. Enter the hospital at the main entrance. Then you will follow the letter A on the wall signs and take the Allen elevator to the 2nd floor. From the elevator exit, turn left and immediately right to follow the hallway to room 232. For information, call 313- 292-3324.
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 preparation, basic skills assessment & enhancement; resume and interview assistance; and job search assistance. Stop in to register and ask about the next orientation session. Connect with a Career Coach and return to work faster. Reasonable accommodations will be made upon request. For more information, call 734-362-3448 or visit SEMCA.org.
Toiletry Pantry: Rockwood First Congregational Church, 22600 Mather Street Rockwood, hosts toiletry pantry, which provides personal hygiene items, cleaning products, gently used clothing and some food products. The pantry will open from 1- 3 p.m. on the last Monday of each month. If that Monday is a holiday, the pantry will be open the previous Monday. For more information, call 734-379-3711 or fccrockwood.org
Local Wyandotte History: Looking for an obituary? Need information on your home or any other burning Wyandotte history questions? The Bacon Memorial Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte, can help. Visit, www.baconlibrary.org/local-history-request
Teen Advisory Group: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Online Virtual Event. Wednesdays, from 4-5 p.m. Teen Advisory volunteers help plan, implement, and promote ways to improve services offered at Taylor Community Library. Joining our group builds your resume, earns you volunteer hours and recommendations for jobs or college, and gives you a chance to be heard! To join, apply to become a volunteer today! For more information, call 734-287-4840.
1000 Books Before Kindergarten: Sponsored by the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte. This free program encourages you to read 1,000 books with your child before he or she enters school – a goal experts say helps children learn to read. Yes, it really is possible. Read one book to your child every day and before you know it, you will have read over 1,000 books in three years. Reading together helps develop important pre-reading skills that provide a solid foundation to school and learning success. Plus, sharing stories together is fun. For more information, call 734-246-8357 or visit www.baconlibrary.org/1000books
Seamstresses Needed: Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care is seeking volunteer seamstresses to help with the making of memory bears. Memory Bears are made from the clothing that once belonged to a loved one and can bring comfort and peace for grieving family members. All materials are provided. Seamstresses work in the comfort of their own homes using a simple four-piece pattern. For more information, contact volunteer coordinator Mary Biber at 800-370-8592. For more information about Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care, visit www.seasons.org.
Palliative Care Volunteers Needed: Seasons Hospice and Palliative Care is seeking compassionate people to provide volunteer support to terminally ill patients and their families. We provide virtual, yet comprehensive, training that fits easily into busy schedules. Opportunities are flexible, based on your availability and comfort level and always close to home. Activities may include: offering companionship or “friendly visits” to homebound patients, reading and letter writing, providing relief for caregivers, participating in activities with dementia patients, veteran to veteran companionship, and sewing Memory Bears. For more information, contact volunteer coordinator Mary Biber at 800-370-8592. Visit www.seasons.org
The Ecorse Community Events Committee: Meetings are held every 3rd Thursday of the month excluding holidays and/or inclement weather. The ECEC meets from 6-7 p.m. at the Albert B. Buday Civic Center, 3869 W. Jefferson Ave., Ecorse 48229 on the 2nd floor in Conference Room – B. For more information, call 313-407-6332 or visit website https://www.ecorseevents.com or email ecorseevents@gmail.com or visit the Ecorse Community Events Committee Facebook page. All are welcome to attend, volunteer and participate in community event planning.
The Ecorse Historical Society: Meetings are held every 3rd Saturday of the month excluding holidays and/or inclement weather. The EHS meets from 1-2 p.m. at the Albert B. Buday Civic Center, 3869 W. Jefferson Ave., Ecorse on the 2nd floor in Conference Room – B. All are welcome to attend, volunteer and participate in EHS meetings and planning. Ecorse residents are invited to bring their family histories to add to the collections and archives which will be exhibited at the Ecorse Public Library. Exhibit dates and times to be announced. For more information, call 313-386-2520 Ext. 4 or visit /www.ecorsehistorical.org Email ecorsehistoricalsociety@gmail.com or visit the Ecorse Historical Society’s Facebook page at www.facebook.com/ecorsehistoricalsociety/
Brownstown Historical Museum Hours of Operation: The Brownstown Historical Museum, 23451 King Road, Brownstown is open for tours every 2nd and 4th Sunday of the month from 1-4 p.m. Summer business hours are every Tuesday from noon-3 p.m.. Stop in to join the Brownstown Historical Society or renew your membership, volunteer or get information on the Brownstown Community Brick Paver fundraiser. For more information, call 248-318-5297.
Lincoln Park Preservation Alliance: The group is looking for new members to promote Lincoln Park’s historic sites through education and advocacy; for information on meetings and events, call Leslie Lynch-Wilson at 313-598-3137.
Knit and Crochet Club: 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. For more information, call 734-720-0671 or visit www.downriverarts.org
Heart to Heart Hospice Volunteers needed: Heart to Heart Hospice is looking for downriver community members to join the group’s team of volunteers, who will visit with patients on a weekly or bi-weekly basis to help increase their quality of life during their final days. Visits can provide friendship, compassion and distraction from their prognosis. Activities that clients might enjoy are being read to, watching television together, talking about who and where they’ve been, their families, hearing about your day, playing cards, and so much more. Most importantly, we are looking for volunteers to provide their time, talent, and to have compassion and empathy. Heart to Heart serves Allen Park, Canton, Dearborn, Dearborn Heights, Southgate, Taylor, Westland, Ypsilanti and beyond. Volunteers should contact volunteer coordinator Randi Williams, at 734-282-0209.
Great Lakes Steel Salaried Retirees Club: Meets every third Monday at Crystal Gardens, 16703 Fort St. Southgate. Doors open at noon. Lunch promptly at 1 p.m. Cost $12 for members, $13 non-members. Door prizes and 50/50 raffles. Open to any salaried retiree of Great Lakes Steel. For more information, contact Desta Pulter at 313-842-0385.
