Luna Lake Clean up and a couple other things.

[Kurt A]

Hi Everyone, 

Luna Lake is looking good - the plants are really filling out, the fall colors are starting to pop and the asters and joe pye weed are still blooming! All it needs is a quick spruce up before Winter to keep it looking its best next Spring. We're hoping you can help us next Sunday, October 18th, from 10AM to 12PM as we weed, fertilize, and repair signage and fencing. This is a very light work load, so it should go fairly quickly. Some of us plan to fuel up beforehand at Cafe Luwak on Cross St. ( www.cafeluwak.com ) at 9AM (see their breakfast buffet promo below). 

If anyone has any metal fence stakes or rebar that they can donate, we would be most grateful! We need a sturdy alternative to our rope and wood fence to keep kids (and grown ups) off the ice! We lost a lot of branches last year to folks who, due to the snow, were unaware of special plantings in that area. 

This is a great opportunity to meet your neighbors and enjoy some time outside before the cold weather hits. Hope to see you there! 

- Rachel 

Rachel E. Blistein 
Owner 
Veris Landscape Design, L.L.C. 
314 Oak St. 
Ypsilanti, MI 48198 
734.485.3990 
www.verislanddesign.com 


Some of the EPPNA folks wanted information on A2s Materials Recovery Facility, it was sent to me so I'm sending it to you. Thanks Pete, for the information. 

CITY OF ANN ARBOR, MICHIGAN 
Ann Arbor, Michigan 48107-8647 
Web: http://www.a2gov.org 
Printed on recycled paper 
FOR MORE INFORMATION, CONTACT: 
Nancy Stone, Public Services Communications Liaison, 
734.794-6000 ext. 43112 
nstone at a2gov.org - www.a2gov.org/mrf 
For Immediate Release 

MATERIALS RECOVERY FACILITY 
Monthly Open House Schedule, 2009-2010 
ANN ARBOR, Mich. – August 26, 2009 - The City of Ann Arbor’s Materials Recovery Facility (MRF), 
4150 Platt Road near East Ellsworth, hosts free open houses on second or third Saturday mornings 
(10-Noon) from September through June. The open houses give the public a chance to tour the 
MRF’s municipal recycling operations and to participate in monthly featured activities. 
For more information, please call the MRF tour coordinator at 734.794.6000 ext. 43112 or e-mail 
nstone at a2gov.org. Individuals and families may drop in during the open house hours; groups of five 
or more are asked to pre-register. Weekday pre-arranged tours of the MRF are also available for 
groups of 15 or more; please call for more information or check www.a2gov.org/mrf. 

SEPTEMBER: MRF TURNS 14! 
Since the 1995 Material Recovery Facility (MRF) opening, approximately 540,000 tons of recyclables 
have been processed. Join us for a MRF tour, birthday cake, and to create party favors from Scrap 
Box materials. Drop-in visitors welcome. 
SATURDAY, SEPTEMBER 12, 10:00 AM – NOON 

OCTOBER: Nature’s Recyclers 
A Leslie Science & Nature Center naturalist will provide a fun, interactive program featuring a vulture 
and other living recyclers. An optional MRF tour follows the raptor presentation. Interested attendees 
must pre-register by Oct 1 at 734.794.6000 ext 43118. Space is limited! No charge. 

----NOTE THIRD SATURDAY--- 
SATURDAY, OCTOBER 17, PRE-REGISTERED PROGRAMS START AT 10 AM AND 11:30 AM 
NOVEMBER: RECYCLED BIRD FEEDER 
Help celebrate America Recycles Day using your empty soda pop bottle to make a bird feeder. Put 
one of these up and you’re sure to attract some new feathered friends. Starter seed will be provided. 
Optional tours offered. 

SATURDAY, NOVEMBER 14, 10:00 AM – NOON 
DECEMBER: PAPER MAKING 
Paper is important to our everyday lives, which explains why more than 75% of all recyclables 
collected at the MRF are paper products. Learn how to make recycled paper by crafting your own 
sheet to take home. MRF guests will also be able to see alternative “tree-free” papers. 

SATURDAY, DECEMBER 12, 10:00 AM – NOON 
JANUARY: MAGNETS 
Create a unique refrigerator magnet or bookmark while reusing colorful, cancelled postage stamps. 
All are welcome to enjoy this craft project, as well as tour the MRF. 

SATURDAY, JANUARY 9, 10:00 AM – NOON 
FEBRUARY:WORM BIN WORKSHOP 
Join us for a workshop on vermicomposting and building your own worm box. A complete “worm bin 
kit” is only $25 and contains a half pound of red worms, Worms Eat my Garbage book by Mary 
Appelhof, bin, newspaper, and turner. All are welcome to attend the presentation, but those making a 
worm box must pre-register by Feb. 6 at 994-4722. Space is limited for each of two separate 
sessions starting at 10 a.m. and 1 p.m. 

SATURDAY, FEBRUARY 13, 10:00 AM AND 1 PM 
MARCH: TERRIFIC TILE MAKING 
Create your own mosaic tile from found art, recycled glass, and buttons. Turn recycled materials into 
internationally inspired artwork. The small tile is perfect for gardens, wall hanging, decorations, or 
trivet. These recycled creations are a great activity for families, clubs, and scout groups and are 
easily recreated at home. 

SATURDAY, MARCH 13, 10:00 AM – NOON 
APRIL: CELEBRATE EARTH DAY WITH COMPOST 
Come see how our hard-working compost crew helps nature turn leaves and grass clippings into 
wonderfully rich compost. Guests will take home a seedling they plant in compost and will also 
receive a coupon for a free bushel of compost from the Drop-Off Station. 

----NOTE THIRD SATURDAY--- 
Saturday, April 17, 10:00 AM – Noon 
MAY: A2 DOWNTOWN BLOOMS DAY 
Join hundreds of volunteers in continuing to keep Ann Arbor’s downtown beautiful. Volunteers help 
plant and mulch flower planters during this annual event. Interested groups, families, and individuals 
meet at Liberty Plaza at 9 a.m. All volunteers will receive a free t-shirt and pizza lunch. Pre-register by 
calling 734.794.6000 ext 43112. 

SATURDAY, MAY 15, 9:00 AM – NOON 
JUNE:WONDERFUL WINDSOCKS 
Celebrate summer sunshine by creating a recycled-content windsock using colorful surplus hot air 
balloon fabric and other durable items from the Scrap Box. This windsock is perfect for hanging inside 
or out. 
SATURDAY, JUNE 12, 10:00 AM – NOON 
In case of severe weather, check www.a2gov.org/mrf or call 734.794.6000 ext 43112 for recorded 
updates on open house cancellations. 
GROUP TOURS 
Groups of 15 or more may schedule tours and enjoy 60-90-minute programs on weekdays between 
8:00 p.m. and 4:00 p.m., finishing by 5 p.m. The MRF offers free tours that are designed for school 
groups, scouts, youth groups, civic groups, college classes, and others interested in learning about 
recycling. Please contact Nancy Stone at nstone at a2gov.org, 734.794-6000, ext. 43112 or check 
www.a2gov.org/mrf . 
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Hi Everybody 
I have attached a flier and schedule for the Elderweek conference being held on EMU's student ctr this Monday-Wednesday. All sessions are free and last 50 minutes ar e intended to be informational and interactive. 

Please spread the word even if you cannot make it yourself. This is EMU-Elderquest's inaugural conference on issues related to the elderly and thus combines speakers from the community and from the university. 

The elderquest office number is 487 0227 should you want further information. 

IWA 


Director, Elderquest 
www.emich.edu/elderquest/ 
elderquest at emich.edu 


Elder Week 

EMU’s Student Center, Room 350 

October 12, 13, & 14, 

Sessions include: 

What’s in a Name? 

The Changing Status of Senior Centers 

Images of Aging in Children’s Film 

Aging & Community Organizations 

Audiovisuals on Aging 

Images of Aging in Children’s Literature 

Civic Engagement or Volunteerism 

Elder Week is supported by: 

EMU-Elderquest, Gerontology Program, Extended Programs and Educational Outreach; Elderwise, Blueprint for Aging, Ypsilanti Township 50 and Beyond, and Ypsilanti Neighborhood Associations 

Contact: elderquest at emich.edu for further information, or iwojcika at emich.edu (487 0227) 
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