<html><head><style type='text/css'>p { margin: 0; }</style></head><body><div style='font-family: Arial; font-size: 12pt; color: #000000'>Hello Neighbors,<br><br> My goodness there are a lot of things going on in the city in the coming weeks. Sorry its so long but you need the information. Just be glad it didn't come in 15 different emails like it did to me. <br><br>Don't forget the Downtown Farmers Market in the Key Bank parking lot is today. There is really good stuff to be had this time of year.<br><br> Below You will find info on the new Ypsilantievents Twitter, EMU Crime Map, getting your free EMU library card, the new city Crime Map, The Ypsilanti Public Schools Foundation BBQ and Texas Hold'em fundraiser, Luna Lake Update, Anyone With a house to rent, CoPAC Community Picnic August 8th, Senior Center Corn Roast Fundraiser,<br><br> <br>Take care,<br>Kurt<br>prospectparkneighborhood@comcast.net<br><hr style="width: 100%; height: 2px;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">I've started a new twitter page</span> - It is ypsilantievents at twitter.com. If you don't know what twitter is: You can 'follow' ypsilantievents and postings will be updated to your twitter page. You can also have the postings forwarded to your cell phone in text messaging form (only standard text messaging rates apply - this means if you have unlimited text messaging as part of your plan they are free). I'm going to post just about everything cool, fun, or interesting I find out. <br>Some examples are:<br><br>I forgot my date book for some of these events so follow the twitter feed to get more information<br>The Aubrees - Linenkeugal food and drink night at Celebrations (what was Cadys) <br>The Ypsilanti Public School Foundation BBQ and Texas Holdum Fundraiser -- Info Below<br>Powell's Pub - Bean Bag Toss Competition - Seems they are doing them Bi-Weekly $10.00 entry, specials, big cash prize<br><br><br><br><hr style="width: 100%; height: 2px;">City residents can get <span style="font-weight: bold;">free EMU Library Cards</span><br><br>As Murph mentioned, City of Ypsi residents (amongst others) are<br>eligible for a free EMU library card. Here's a summary:<br><br>-you can get an EMU library card for free<br>-you have to go to the library (Halle library, off Oakwood north of<br>Crosstenaw, off the #4 & 33 buses) to get it, with your state<br>ID/driver's license<br>-it has to be renewed every 6 mos<br>-you have to present a picture ID with your library card<br>-you can only access circulating books, children's books, and gov't<br>documents (21-day loan period, renewable online at portal.emich.edu)<br>-they can fine you for being late (25 cents/day, or per this chart:<br><span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT56"><a target="_blank" href="http://www.emich.edu/halle/circloanperiods.html">http://www.emich.edu/halle/circloanperiods.html</a></span>).<br>-you can contact them at (734) 487-0020 x2140 or <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT57"><span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT58">lib_circulation@emich.edu</span></span>.<br><br>Here's the word from their website (from<br><span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT59"><a target="_blank" href="http://www.emich.edu/halle/services_visitors.html">http://www.emich.edu/halle/services_visitors.html</a></span>):<br><br>"Individuals outside of the current EMU community are eligible to<br>receive a library courtesy card if they fall into one of the following<br>categories:<br><br>Ypsilanti residents<br>Eastern Michigan University Alumni<br>University faculty (from colleges and universities in Michigan and Ohio)<br>Elderwise participants<br>Michicard holders<br><br>Individuals who do not fit into any of these categories can purchase a<br>Friends of Eastern Michigan University Library card for $25 per year.<br><br>You must pick up your library courtesy card in person. Applicants must<br>be 18 years of age, and must have a valid driver's license or Michigan<br>ID card when applying for the card. Borrowing privileges are updated<br>every six months (except for Friends of Eastern Michigan University<br>Library cardholders).<br><br>Visiting borrowers must present their EMU courtesy card and a picture<br>ID (either a valid state ID or a driver's license) upon checking out<br>materials.<br><br>Checkout Limits<br><br>Visiting borrowers may have 5 items checked out at any time. To view a<br>list of the items you have currently checked out, go to the library<br>catalog and click on Your Info/Renewals. After entering your courtesy<br>card number and last name, you should see a list of those items you<br>have checked out.<br>Borrowing and Loan Periods<br><br>Visiting borrowers may check out the following items: circulating<br>books (third level and Automated Retrieval Collection), children's<br>books (second level), and government documents.<br><br>Loan periods differ according to the type of material:<br>Books and Government Documents: 21 days<br>Reserves: varies, but most have a two-hour loan period<br>Videos and DVDs (non-reserve): 3 hours<br>Video Reference: 3 hours<br>CDs and Audiocassettes: 3 hours<br>Journals and Reference Materials: no check out<br><br>It is the borrower's responsibility to know the due date of the<br>material checked out.<br><br>Renewals<br><br>Books and Government Documents may be renewed one additional 21 day<br>period, provided that the item is not needed by another library<br>patron. Items consisting of more then one piece, i.e., a book and a<br>disc, cannot be renewed online. Courtesy card patrons must renew<br>their materials before the due date and you cannot renew your<br>materials after they are overdue. Renewals can be made online using<br>the library catalog, portal.emich.edu, by clicking where it says My<br>Account and entering your barcode number and last name. Check those<br>items you would like renewed, your new due date will appear on the<br>right hand side. If your item cannot be renewed you will see the<br>message “CANNOT BE RENEWED ONLINE. PLEASE RETURN BY THE DUE DATE”. You<br>are responsible for all fees incurred if the item did not renew<br>online. Items can also be renewed in person at the Circulation Desk.<br>Contact the circulation desk for assistance, (734) 487-0020 x 2140."<br>---<br>Bonnie Wessler<br><hr style="width: 100%; height: 2px;"><br style="font-weight: bold;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Eat and Deal!</span><br><br>The Ypsilanti Public Schools Foundation hosts the First Annual BBQ & Casino event,<br>3
p.m. Aug. 1 at Celebrations (formerly Cady’s), 36 E. Cross St. in
Ypsilanti’s Depot Town. Grill masters will want to be part of the BBQ
competition from 3-7 p.m. and then put on the poker face for some Texas
Hold ‘Em from 7-11 p.m. Besides great<br>food the night will also
include prizes and entertainment. Admission: Adults $20 includes food
and casino chips; children $10; food only (carry-out) $15; casino only
plus chips $15. Proceeds from the event will support student
scholarship funds and<br>classroom mini-grants. To purchase tickets call the foundation (734) 714-1080.<br><br><br>Emma L. Jackson, Public Relations Director<br>Ypsilanti Public Schools<br>"Strong From Start to Finish"<br>(734) 714-1202<br><span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT73">ejackson@ypsd.org<br><br></span><br><hr style="width: 100%; height: 2px;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">City Crime Map :</span><br><br><br><span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT114"><a target="_blank" href="http://geodata.acad.emich.edu/Crime/Main.htm">http://geodata.acad.emich.edu/Crime/Main.htm</a></span><br><br><hr style="width: 100%; height: 2px;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Luna Lake Update</span><br><br>To All our Friends & Supporters,<br><br>Thanks to some very
generous and determined volunteers, the Luna Lake Native Plants Garden
at Prospect Park is looking better than ever. Yesterday afternoon, we
completed our second and final workday for the year - weeding and
spreading good hardwood around the entire garden. I encourage you to
stroll by to admire the plants that are in bloom or just making a lush,
green display of their healthy leaves. <br>
<br>As you continue to enjoy the Garden, we ask that you help us to keep it looking good by doing the following:<br><br><ul><li>Please pick up and dispose of litter;</li><li>Please let others know that foot traffic through the Garden is discouraged for the time being, while our plants get established.</li><li>Although we appreciate the thought, please refrain from doing
extemporaneous weeding, raking, planting, watering or mulching outside
of designated work days. Many of our young plants are difficult to see
and may be hard for some to distinguish from weeds. If you have some
plants you wish to donate, please contact me (Rachel) and I will be
happy to help you to plant any approved natives in the appropriate
areas.</li></ul>We are looking forward to the display of Fall foliage and flowers
and to next year's Second Annual Luna Lake Hoedown. If you are
interested in joining our planning committee, or just getting involved,
feel free to contact either myself, Mackenzi Retti - <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT401"><a href="mailto:karenlea831@comcast.net" target="_blank">karenlea831@comcast.net</a></span> - (East Prospect Park Neighborhood Association) or Kurt Anscheutz - <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT402"><a href="mailto:kdasmoot@comcast.net" target="_blank">kdasmoot@comcast.net</a></span> - (Prospect Park Neighborhood Association). Thanks to all of you that assisted with the project this year. We
especially appreciate your commitment to volunteer your time and energy
during the busy Summer months!<br><br>Regards,<br><br>Rachel E. Blistein<br>Owner<br>Veris Landscape Design, L.L.C.<br>314 Oak St.<br>Ypsilanti, MI 48198<br>734.485.3990<br><span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT403"><a href="http://www.verislanddesign.com/" target="_blank">www.verislanddesign.com</a><br></span><hr style="width: 100%; height: 2px;"><span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT403">There is a friend of one of our neighbors that is<span style="font-weight: bold;"> looking to rent a house</span>. Are there any house rentals in our neighborhood?<br></span><hr style="width: 100%; height: 2px;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Guest Bar Tender Fundraiser for the Crossroads Festival:</span> Thursday 6-11pm guest bartender fundraiser at Pub 13 to support the Crossroads Festival. Okay folks - I encourage you to make this event as well. You should also show up on Friday's to support the Crossroads festival, it really is a good time.<br><hr style="width: 100%; height: 2px;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">CoPAC picnic</span><br><br>Join your neighbors for a family friendly afternoon at Riverside Park.
Enjoy food and beverages provided by local restaurants (Sidetrack,
Wolverine, Beezy's, Terry Bakery, Corner Brewery, Pub 13 and many more)
and neighborhoods while exploring the bookmobile, an old fire truck,
playing games (disc golf, egg toss, hula hoop contest) and chatting
with fellow Ypsi residents. <div>
<br></div><div>When: Saturday, August. 8, 2009, 1-4pm</div><div>Where: Riverside Park </div><div>Who: All Ypsi Residents </div><div><br></div><div>Leashed dogs welcome! Bring a blanket and/or chairs. </div><div><hr style="width: 100%; height: 2px;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Corn Roast at Rec Park to benefit the Senior Center:</span><br><span style="color: rgb(31, 73, 125);">Corn Roast Dinner Fund
Raiser at the Senior/Community Center, right here in the neighborhood. Take a
dip in the Pool then come over for a nice meal, which includes fresh corn
donated by a local farm, picked just that morning! Saturday Aug 1, 4:30-6:30
pm. All proceeds benefit the Senior Center, which provides daily programming
and meals for seniors, and a great community meeting place for all ages.<br></span><hr style="width: 100%; height: 2px;"><span style="color: rgb(31, 73, 125);"><br></span></div><br><span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT403"></span><span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT73"></span></div></body></html>