A lot of things

[Kurt A]

Hello Neighbors, 

My email box was full of things going on in the city over the next couple of weeks so I tried to condense them and put them in some sort of order. 

The Corner Brewery has a lot of great things happening this month so make sure you check them out. Keep in mind that the Corner is a friendly smoke free place so don't think of events there as drinking events everyone should come on out to enjoy quality entertainment. The Corner also has added a lot to their menu so it is a great place to get out to when it is cold outside. 

I would also like to encourage folks to sign up for the Aubrees Birthday Email list (Free Specialty Pizza the week of your birthday if you sign up online) and the Haabs Monthly email list (I believe you still get a free Haab's pint glass for signing up along with great coupons each month). While I'm promoting local eats don't forget J. Neils Mongolian BBQ which now has bowls of great quality food starting at $6.99. What about Luwak ? Glad you asked, they now have a daily breakfast menu. IF you've had a great local dining experience let me know and I'll pass it on to the neighborhood. 

The bottom part of this email is Carole Clair's list of Ypsilanti Events -- It has some things I left out of mine. 

Take care, 
Kurt Anschuetz 
prospectparkneighborhood at comcast.net 

NEIGHBORHOOD SPECIFIC INFO. 


Since we are so Hi-Tech here in the PPNA there is no reason for a child to go Door to Door to Fundraise so here is your chance to help out without having to answer the door. This is from our neighbor Julie D. 

Hi Everyone! 

Well, the school year has officially begun and yes, we have a school fundraiser to promote. I know funds are tight for a lot of folks this year (myself included), but any help would be most appreciated! Now that Colin is in first grade, we have been going door-to-door in the neighborhood. I though since all of us LOVE to surf the web, placing orders online would be easier. Go here: 

http://www.frankenmuthfundraising.com 

The school will receive credit when you enter school code/ID #3866 (It's entered at the website under "Profile ID", then hit "enter") 
Colin will receive credit when you enter his name (Colin DeFilippo) and his teacher's name (Mrs. Wilbanks), you do this at time of checkout. 

The online orders need to be completed by October 5th! If you could pass this along to other friends and family it would be appreciated! The school fundraising goal is $15,600 and will go toward playground equipment. Not only is there a $100 cash drawing for his school, the fundraising organization will also be giving away prizes: sell 1 item and be in a drawing for a Nintendo DSi (whatever that is); sell 5 items and be in a drawing for a $250 gift card to a water park of the student's choice; sell 10 items and be in a drawing for $500 cash! Any help you can give to Colin would be appreciated! Thanks for all your help! 






NEWS: 

You might be interested in the things the Ypsilanti PAC, Advance Ypsilanti is doing. Check them out and see for yourself. Their latest goal was to maintain bus service but I believe that has been figured out. 

Wireless Ypsilanti Is on the edge of our Neighborhood with a couple new installations. You can help by hosting a transmitter, sharing your bandwidth, or donating money -- all three are needed to keep the efforts going. If you are interested in helping with the effort please contact them and let them know. 

Update on Thompson Block from the City Manager 


Mayor and Council Members: 



I am providing you with the most recent information about activities at the Thompson building since the fire last week. 



Chief Ichesco reports that a fire investigation should be completed in 30 days. He is working with the State Fire Marshall and representatives from the Bureau of Alcohol, Firearms and Tobacco on the investigation. The debris will need to be removed to conduct an investigation and the recent change in weather is hampering efforts. 



Chief Ichesco has met with Mr. Beal and the structural engineered employed by Mr. Beal. Mr. Beal is securing the remaining walls and intends to rebuild. 



Chief Ichesco reports that north and south River St. will reopen in one week and that one lane of East. Cross Street will reopen in one week. 



Please contact me if you have any questions. 



Ed 




Freight House Wine Now Available - Buy red or white, pick-up a bottle at Sidetrack or Ypsilanti Food Coop, in historic Depot Town also available Downtown at HAAB'S Restaurant and Pub13/J Neil's Mongolian BBQ. $15 per bottle. $18 decorated lighted bottle by special order. contact Denise Slone at showcasemyhome at hotmail.com 













EVENTS 

Today September 30th at 7:15 PM Anne Hooghart will be presenting Differences in the Male & Female Brain: Improving Your Children's Learning and Behavior at the Recreation Park Community Center located at 1015 N. Congress St. in Ypsilanti. Professor Hooghart will share recent research about structural and operational differences in male and female brains and what it suggests about how parents and teachers might help children to succeed inside and outside the classroom. A fascinating presentation and lively discussion based on your experiences and Professor Hooghart's experience as a teacher of educators for ten years. For more information and to read her bio, link on to the Talk of the Neighborhood web site: 
http://sites.google.com/site/talkypsilanti . $5 at the door. 

If you don't know about this talk series it seems like it will be great. Different speakers discussing lots of topics for only $5.00 each time. Check it out, there is probably something you should know about. 


Thursday, October 1st EcoChats Discussion Group 
EMU Student Center 2nd Floor Stairwell Lounge from 6:30-7:30 PM 
Topic: Greening your Hygiene Routine. Want to know what’s in your everyday hygiene products like shampoo, toothpaste and more? Come and learn about natural alternatives that will help you and the environment! 

Corner Brewery Oktoberfest 
Oct 2, 2009 6:00 PM 


Oktoberfest is one of our most highly anticipated events of the year. Join us for a night of eating, drinking and dancing bavarian-style under a tent in the beer garden. We have our favorite German band Spass and we will be grilling up a boat-load of brats and putting on our polka shoes. Children welcome with parents until 9pm. No Cover. Rain or Shine. 
Saturday, October 3rd and Saturday, November 7th 2009 Washtenaw County Home Toxics Collection 
Location and Time: Western Washtenaw County Service Center 
705 N. Zeeb Road in Scio Township, just north of I-94, Exit #169 Both dates run from 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon 
Drop off anything from monitors to paint, from dishwashers to batteries to help prevent the pollution of groundwater, soil and more - for FREE!! 
For more information contact Dan Moody at 
1-734-222-6874 on weekdays 9:00 AM to 12:00 Noon 


Saturday, October 3, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM 

TRUNK N' TREASURE FALL FESTIVAL around the Plaza in Historic Depot Town 

One person's junk is one person's treasure... 

Enjoy a variety of events: 

ANTIQUE ROAD SHOW 
Freighthouse Cafe 
Appraisals by Schmidt's Antiques. $5 first item $3 each item after 
Oral appraisals, only 

JUNK N' YOUR TRUNK 
Plaza Parking Area 
$15 CAR $20 VAN or TRUCK 
Sell your creative items from the trunk of your car For more details contact Ed & Bonnie Penet. egpenet at comcast.net or bonpenet at comcast.net 

FREIGHTHOUSE GARAGE SALE 
We are getting ready for construction and we need to clean out the building. Join us on the east deck. Items for sale are left-over items from storage. No Antiques or valuable items. Good ole' junk!! 

DEPOT TOWN FARMERS MARKET CORN ROAST 
10am - 2pm 
On the deck of the Freighthouse 
Proceeds to benefit the Historic Ypsilanti Freighthouse 

Freighthouse News at: FREIGHTHOUSE DISPATCH 

New email address: FreighthouseNews at gmail.com . 

October 3 from 5-7pm 
Riverside Arts Center 
The Artists'reception. The Chelsea Painters: More Than the Sum of Our Parts. This exhibit will run from October 3-31. For more information go to: www.riversidearts.org/calendar.htm or phone at 734-480-2787 

Friday, October 9 Imagine – A John Lennon Birthday Benefit Concert 
Local musical artists Chris Buhalis, Brian Lillie, Corndaddy, Jack Spack, Jr., Danny Kline, Nick Strange Trio, Gannon Alexander, Dave Keeney, Sophia Hanifi, Bearded Ladies, Ypsitucky Colonels and Eric Kelly performing the songs of John Lennon to commemorate his October birthday. 
All proceeds go to the local Chapter of Veterans For Peace for their Peace Scholarship fund, which assists college students studying any collegiate level course aimed at conflict resolution or peace studies. Yoko Ono, the spouse of John Lennon, has also endorsed the concert. 
8 p.m., The Corner Brewery, the corner of Forest Avenue and Norris Street, Ypsilanti. Tickets $10 at the door (no advance tickets). For more information about the concert, or the Peace Scholarship program, visit www.vfp93.org , call 734-487-9058 or email wolverbob at gmail.com 

YDL Song Writing Festival 
Oct 10, 2009 07:00 PM 


Ypsilanti District Libraries 2nd annual Song Writing Festival At the Library and later at the Corner Brewery. Kids will love Jason Ringenberg as 'Farmer Jason' who will be singing children's songs at the library and adults will love his music for grown ups later at the Corner. 
Click here to check out this year’s line up and events. 
Colin Gilmore, Paul Burch (called “one of the most promising singer-songwriters on the cutting edge of country”), and Jason Ringenberg will be performing. Free Event! 
Brewery Bash 
Oct 10, 2009 6:00 PM at the Corner Brewery 


With the cool autumn breezes blowing in, we're taking the party out of the beergarden and into the brewery. The second Saturday of the month from October through April, Matt and Rene and the brewery team will be partying among the tanks with special brews, brewery tours, and music. Parties run from 6-9. Guided brewery tours start at 6:30. $10 at the brewery door gets you a logo pint glass and two drink tokens. Additional tokens may be purchased in the brewery. 


Sunday, 10/11/09 Bike Ypsi Fall Ride 2009 
Start: Ypsilanti - Recreation Park Pavilion, 1015 Congress St. (Elm and Congress) 
Rides of varying lengths: 15 and 30 miles. 
Fee: Free 
Starts at 1:00 pm , ends around 3:00 pm at the Corner Brewery. 
A ride in celebration of fall and bicycles and fun and friends and...well, you name it! 
Bring your helmet (mandatory for riders 16 and under). Riders under the age of 16 must be accompanied by an adult. Riders will have the opportunity to ride with slower or faster groups. 
The 15 mile ride heads to Ann Arbor on the road, and back mainly on the Border to Border Trail. A great ride to learn 'road rules' and how to ride in groups, as well as to check out parts of the great Border to Border Trail! 

October 17th Free showing of the Movie UP Elderquest & Family (FREE) Film Series 2009-2010 EMU Student Center Auditorium 12-3pm. There will be movies each month (except December) contact Director, Elderquest www.emich.edu/elderquest/ elderquest at emich.edu for more information. 

October 18th Free showing of the Movie Young at Heart Elderquest & Family (FREE) Film Series 2009-2010 EMU Student Center Auditorium 12-3pm. There will be movies each month (except December) contact Director, Elderquest www.emich.edu/elderquest/ elderquest at emich.edu for more information. 



October 20th - Show up to City Council for the first reading of the new Bee Ordinance. Let your opinion be heard. For the record I'm pro bees since the Human race needs them to survive. If you can't make it but want your opinion heard write your councilmen. 


Peter Murdock, Ward 3 pmurdock at cityofypsilanti.com Brian Robb, Ward 3 brobb at cityofypsilanti.com Corner Boo-ery's Costume Party 
Oct 31, 2009 04:00 PM at the Corner Brewery 


Come join us for a spook-tacular costume party! Costume contest, Beer, Music, and Dancing! More details coming soon! 
Childrens Art Classes 
Due to popular demand, FLY Children's Art Center has added classes for 3-4 year olds at the same time as 5-10 year olds in the Senior/Community Center in Recreation Park on Friday nights. The younger kids will be doing a modified project similar to the older kids, and in their own area. Many classes are full, so if you are considering attending, register right away! 


Visit the Calendar: http://www.flyartcenter.org/?page_id=24 
or the Registration form: http://www.flyartcenter.org/?page_id=304 




This a Carole Clare Newsletter and is not affiliated with any Business or Organization. 
Saturday, October 3, 10:00 AM to 2:00 PM 

TRUNK N' TREASURE FALL FESTIVAL around the Plaza in Historic Depot Town 

One person's junk is one person's treasure... 

Enjoy a variety of events: 

ANTIQUE ROAD SHOW 
Freighthouse Cafe 
Appraisals by Schmidt's Antiques. $5 first item $3 each item after 
Oral appraisals, only 

JUNK N' YOUR TRUNK 
Plaza Parking Area 
$15 CAR $20 VAN or TRUCK 
Sell your creative items from the trunk of your car For more details contact Ed & Bonnie Penet. egpenet at comcast.net or bonpenet at comcast.net 

FREIGHTHOUSE GARAGE SALE 
We are getting ready for construction and we need to clean out the building. Join us on the east deck. Items for sale are left-over items from storage. No Antiques or valuable items. Good ole' junk!! 

DEPOT TOWN FARMERS MARKET CORN ROAST 
10am - 2pm 
On the deck of the Freighthouse 
Proceeds to benefit the Historic Ypsilanti Freighthouse 

Freighthouse News at: FREIGHTHOUSE DISPATCH 

New email address: FreighthouseNews at gmail.com . 

EVENTS and HAPPENINGS 

YPSILANTI CONVENTION and VISITORS BUREAU 
Ypsilanti Area Events Planner. Let us help plan your events. We can help with conventions of any size, weddings, reunions, car shows or any other small or major event that requires detail, knowledge of local resources, and careful planning. We can also help promote your event! Call us at 734.483.4444. Our services are FREE, friendly and invaluable! For more information go to: www.ypsilanti.org 

Ypsilanti District Library , 229 W. Michigan Ave. Mon-Thur 9am - 9pm, Fri-Sat 10am - 6pm, Sun-closed. 734-482-4110. For information on activities at the YDL. Go to: www.ypsilibrary.org 

Family Film Series 
Free 
Saturdays 12-3 pm Oct 17: Up, Oct 18: Young at Heart, Nov 21: Coraline, Nov 22: On Golden Pond. 
The Auditorium in the EMU Student Center. Hosted by Elderquest & the Children’s Literature Program, EMU (734-487 0227) Contact: elderquest at emich.edu or iwojcika at emich.edu 

For Depot Town News: Read the Depot Town Rag here 
For more more Ypsilanti News, click here: www.metromodemedia.com 

through Oct. 25 
“Warhol Snapshots, 1973-1986” will continue at the University of Michigan Museum of Art, 525 S. State St. Museum hours are 10 a.m.-5 p.m. Tuesday, Wednesday and Saturday; 10 a.m.-10 p.m., Thursday-Friday; and noon-5 p.m. Sunday. For information, call 734-763-8662. 

October 2, 
Drew Barrymore's "Whip It" filmed in Depot Town and Downtown Ypsilanti. Advance screening, Saturday at 7:30 p.m. at Showcase Cinemas, 4100 Carpenter Road in Ypsilanti. For more information go to: www.annarbor.com or call (734) 973-8380. 

October 3 from 5-7pm 
Riverside Arts Center 
The Artists'reception. The Chelsea Painters: More Than the Sum of Our Parts. This exhibit will run from October 3-31. For more information go to: www.riversidearts.org/calendar.htm or phone at 734-480-2787 

October 4, Sunday 
Antique Truck Show 
Riverside Park 
FREE Southeast Michigan Chapter Truck Show. For more information go to: www.ypsiautoheritage.org or Email: clgriffiny at aol.com or Ernie 734-482-8029, Dick 734-429-7683. 

October 4 
Ypsilanti Symphony Orchestra 
Towsley Auditorium, Morris Lawrence Building @ Washtenaw Community College. Dynamic Duos, Daniel Foster, violin John Madison, viola Beethoven's Symphony No. 3, Eroica Mozart Overture to the Marriage of Figaro Mozart Sinfonia Concertante in E-flat Major for Violin and Viola. For tickets go to: www.ypsilantisymphony.org . For a map go to: directions 

October 4 thru Oct. 11, Tues.-Sun., 2-5 p.m. (closed Mondays). 
Ypsilanti Historical Museum 
220 N. Huron St., Ypsilanti; 734-484-0080. No Admission Charge. Donations Gratefully Accepted. QUILT EXHIBIT - Featuring Historical, Traditional, Contemporary and Art Quilts. 

October 5, Monday, 7:15PM. Book Club – If you are interested in joining the Neighborhood Book Club you will want to be present at this first meeting. We will be determining the structure, organization, and the book choice for November. Rec. Pk. Community Cntr. 1015 N Congress St. $5 at the door. For more information go to: Talk of the Neighborhood 

October 7, Wednesday, 7:15PM. Introduction to Healthy Cooking & Eating --- the Lo-TECH Way – Peter di Lorenzi will present an explanatory discussion of Health Prep, a one-hour-a week healthy eating prep technique and two fundamental cooking skills that will rapidly expand your cooking repertoire, simple pan-saucing and vegetable soffrito. Rec. Pk. Community Cntr. 1015 N Congress St. $5 at the door. For more information go to: Talk of the Neighborhood 

Oct 8, 9 & 10, Thurs, Fri. and Sat. 
Riverside Arts Center, 76 North Huron Street 
PTD Productions presents Sherlock Homes, Final Adventure, by Steven Dietz. Performances Thursday through Saturday at 8:00 PM and Sunday at 2:00 PM. Tickets $16 ($11 for seniors and students); group discounts available. Please see their website for details: www.ptdproductions.com 

October 10, 11:00am - 9:00pm, Saturday 
The Discilanti Open is a first annual disc golf tournament 
The Ponds of Lake Shore (On The Lake Shore Apartments Property) Grove Rd. Ypsilanti Township. Admission to the Discilanti Open for non-tournament attendees is a suggested donation of $2.73. Phone: 734-961-0305 or email: discilanti.open at gmail.com . For more info check out our blog: www.discilantiopen.wordpress.com.com 

October 14, Wednesday 7 p.m. 
Ypsilanti Jaycees 
Ypsilanti District Library Rm #1, 229 W. Michigan Ave. 
Science Night for Kids 
Join us for a night of science. There will be demonstrations as well as hands-on activities that will stimulate the scientist in all of us. We'll meet at the downtown library and turn into our very own Ypsilanti Jaycees Science Laboratory. For more information go to: ypsilantijaycees.com 

October 14, Wednesday, 7:15PM. – 
Local Holiday Shopping Retailers from Downtown Ypsilanti will present their wares, talk about what makes their store unique, show their hot items for the holiday season, and then we can shop! Rec. Pk. Community Cntr. 1015 N Congress St. $5 at the door. For more information go to: Talk of the Neighborhood 

October 15, Thursday 7p.m. 
Ypsilanti Jaycees Monthly Meeting 
Ypsilanti Senior Center 1015 N. Congress St 
The Ypsilanti Jaycees meet the 3rd Thursday of every month. The Jaycees are a community-based service organization for young people aged 21 to 40 who are interested in networking opportunities, developing leadership skills and increasing social responsibility. Our General Membership Meetings are open to the public. Come out to learn more, meet our members, and learn about our upcoming events and projects. For more information go to: ypsilantijaycees.com 

Oct 15, 16 & 17, Thurs, Fri. and Sat. 
Riverside Arts Center, 76 North Huron Street 
PTD Productions presents Sherlock Homes, Final Adventure, by Steven Dietz. Performances Thursday through Saturday at 8:00 PM and Sunday at 2:00 PM. Tickets $16 ($11 for seniors and students); group discounts available. Please see their website for details: www.ptdproductions.com 

October 17, Saturday 6-9 p.m 
Ypsilanti Area Jaycees 
Pavilion in Riverside Park 
Discover Ypsilanti Halloween Scavenger Hunt A scavenger hunt, that will get you to better know Ypsilanti, and also serve as a great event to get you ready for the Halloween season. Bring your team of 2-4 people or join a team at the event! For more information go to: ypsilantijaycees.com 

October 18, Sunday, 4pm 
4th Annual Oktoberfest 
Corner Brewery, corner of E. Forest & Norris Streets, Call for reservations/information: (734) 480-2787 
A benefit for the Riverside Arts Center. Featuring the RFD Boys (celebrating their 40th anniversary!) Admission $60 includes beer and food. Enjoy the bluegrass sounds of the RFD Boys and help the keep the Riverside Arts Center a vibrant place for the arts in Ypsilanti. For more information go to: www.riversidearts.org/calendar.htm . 

Oct. 19th, Monday, is the deadline to register. 
I love Ypsi video contest! Show your love for Ypsi, as easy as complicated as it may be, in a video up to 2 minutes long. Cash prizes for the top three winners. Full details can be found here: www.emyouthemagazine.com 

October 19, Monday, 7:15PM. Did you know that many “weeds” were originally brought to America by white settlers because of their outstanding medicinal properties? Medicine in Your Own Backyard – Rec. Pk. Community Cntr. 1015 N Congress St. $5 at the door. For more information go to: Talk of the Neighborhood 

October 22, Thursday at 7:30 p.m. 
Ypsilanti Community Band 
Towsley Auditorium, Morris Lawrence Building @ Washtenaw Community College. 
FREE Concert : Ypsilanti Community Band presents music "From Grief to Rejoicing".U of M performance major Andrew Koeppe will perform a clarinet concerto, YCB composer/soloist Alan Singer will perform an original piece, and exciting new band music "Full Tilt" will be performed. Website: www.ypsicommband.org For a map go to: directions 

Starting October 23rd, Friday afternoons from 4:30-6 or from 6-7:30 
FLY Children's Art Center in the Community Center at 1015 N. Congress. 
We are a non-profit organization founded to provide meaningful art making experiences for children ages 3-10. Each class is one and a half hours long and costs $15, or you can become a member for $60 and attend all eight! (that’s half off!)You can bring your child while you do last-chance-before-the-weekend errands, or start the weekend off right with your friends. Class sizes are limited to eight, so reserve your spot early. email to: info at flyartcenter.org or go to: www.flyartcenter.org to register 

October 26, Monday, 7:15PM. City Planning Our Present and Our Future– As City Planner Richard Murphy walks developers through projects, checks out residential permits, is involved with the Water Street Redevelopment Project, Historical Preservation of Ypsilanti, and the proposed Detroit-Ann Arbor commuter rail line. Rec. Pk. Community Cntr. 1015 N Congress St. $5 at the door. For more information to to: Talk of the Neighborhood 

October 28, Wednesday, 7:15PM. How Children and Adults are Portrayed in Children’s Films Around the World - Our culture influences our art and helps to express our differences as people. Rec. Pk. Community Cntr. 1015 N Congress St. $5 at the door. For more information go to: Talk of the Neighborhood 

October 30, 5 - 7 pm, Thursday 
Halloween Festival 
Downtown Ypsilanti. Children from around the region are invited to join us for prizes, games, contests and of course, free candy. This year all activities will be held in the Ypsilanti District Library Park, and on North and South Washington Streets. Michigan Avenue will not be closed this year, instead the Ypsilanti Volunteer Service Corps will be on hand to help kids cross Michigan Avenue. Children must be supervised. For more information go to: www.daypsi.com 

Oct. 31st, Saturday, 10 to 2 p.m. 
Ypsilanti City-Wide Open House 
SPARK East at 215 W. Michigan Avenue, has maps of open houses scheduled for the day. In conjunction with EMU’s Explore Eastern Event, ( www.emich.edu ) the city will be inviting folks who would like to Explore Ypsilanti, and in particular, look for housing choices in Ypsi. Have the chance to meet with residents, school district representatives and police to get the scoop on living in Ypsilanti. The event is free. To find out more and to register in advance, Go to: openhouse.ypsi.com 

Also at 3:00 PM LEAF MULCHING CLINIC ( "door prizes!* ) at PROSPECT PARK. Telephone the City of Ypsilanti Department of Public Services at 483-1421 for more information 

For more fall events go to: www.wiards.com 
Wiard's Cider Mill and Apple Orchard, Call (734) 482-7744 for more details. Featuring “Night Terrors” , the largest haunted thrill park in Michigan, featuring 6 attractions for one low price: the Haunted Barn, The Asylum, The Labyrinth, The Mindshaft , Hayrides of the Lost, and Alien Clown Encounter. 


FUTURE EVENTS 

Nov. 14, 10 am – 3 pm.,Saturday. 
Art in the “Park” 
Ypsilanti Senior/Community Center, 1015 N Congress St. 
Proceeds from booth fees and food sales will benefit the Senior/Community Center, which raises almost all of its operating expenses through fundraisers, grants and private donations. 

Friday, December 4, 2009 at 6:00pm 
Saturday, December 5, 2009 at 9:00pm 
Ypsilanti Starlight Shopping Spree 
West Michigan Ave, Downtown Ypsilanti 

December 5-6 
Holiday Home Tour 


For more Local Information go to Ypsiciti calendar at www.ypsiciti.com/calendar 







For comments. Email Carole Clare at: 
ypsilantievents at gmail.com
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