<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> It is Friday and that means you should get out and visit with your neighbors and one of our many local establishments. I can't believe how few of you take advantage of Ypsilanti.<br><br> Last night, I'm sure most of you, missed a great welcome party to our new Chief Amy Walker. You couldn't step 2 feet without running into a politician or a cop. Wait, that doesn't sound like a good time but it really was. There was a party atmosphere and free food.<br><br><br>Here are some events you might want to attend this weekend:<br><br>I suggest grabbing food downtown before you do anything. DaLat Vietnamese Restaurant looks horrible but the food is great, try it out sometime. Don't forget about J-Neils, Pub-13, Biggies and Beezies there is a great variety to choose from.<br><br>I'd suggest stopping by the Riverside Arts Center and checking out the gallery but since they don't shovel their walk its probably too dangerous. <br><br>Friday Night Live Music:<br><ul><li> Elbow Room: <font size="+1" color="#000000" face="Arial">Collateral Damage w/ Marshall Neely</font></li><li><font size="+1" color="#000000" face="Arial">Tap Room: Jon Latini and Friends - Jon is a fantastic Singer Songwriter and this will be his last gig at the Tap Room for a while. Get out and enjoy the show * Smoke Free on Music Side</font></li><li><font size="+1" color="#000000" face="Arial">Keystone: Dragon Wagon and Friends and $1 PBRs - Good Americana Music in a great venue *Smoke Free</font></li></ul><br>On Saturday there is a special performance at the Elbow Room, <font size="+1" color="#000000" face="Arial">Alan Scheurman w/ Ghost Lady and <span style="font-weight: bold;">Scotty Karate</span>.</font> I'm not sure about Scheurman or Ghost Lady but seeing Scotty at the Elbow is something that lovers of the "old" Elbow will surely like. The Tap has "melissa and Mary" and Keystone has DJs and drink specials.<br><br>Now on to the news:<br><hr style="width: 100%; height: 2px;"><br><span style="font-weight: bold;">Check out DTE to get free stuff and info on rebates.</span><br><br>I filled out the M<a href="http://www.dteenergy.com/residentialCustomers/saveEnergy/myEnergyAnalyzer.html">yEnergyAnalizer</a> and got the free kit. The kit contains 5 CFL lightbulbs, A low flow Shower Head, 2 low flow sink airators, Pipe insulation and some plug caps. Its worth the time to fill out the survey. There are also rebates from DTE to go along with the Federal Tax Credit http://www.dteenergy.com/residentialCustomers/saveEnergy/rebates/resInsulation.html and rebates for new appliances. <br><br><hr style="width: 100%; height: 2px;"><br><span style="font-weight: bold;">From Ypsilanti Public Schools</span><br><p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><b style=""><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">NO SCHOOL: Monday, January 18, Martin Luther King Jr. </span></b><b style=""><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">Holiday</span></b><b style=""><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;"></span></b></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><b style=""><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">Have a ball! </span></b><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">Chapelle</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;"> </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">Community</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;"> </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">School</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">, </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">111 S. Wallace St.</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">, will host the annual Snowflake Ball, </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">6:30-8:30 p.m.</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;"> January
22. The event will include a D.J., Soul Train line, dance contest with
prizes, and a pizza and bake sale to benefit the fourth grade </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">Port Huron</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;"> trip. All Chapelle students welcome. Details: (734) 714-1700.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><b style=""><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">Take the survey! </span></b><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">YPS
is seeking input from parents, community members, staff and students
regarding programs and ideas under consideration. Visit the district
Web site, <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT1141"><a href="http://www.ypsd.org/" target="_blank"><font color="#800080">www.ypsd.org</font></a></span> and look for the link under<span style=""> </span>“Hot Topics.” </span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><b style=""><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;"><span style=""> </span>Budget Workshop. </span></b><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">Community members are invited to “Reimagining the Future of Ypsilanti Public Schools” a budget workshop, </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">7 p.m.</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;"> Thursday, January 21 at </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">Perry</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;"> </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">Child</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;"> </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">Development</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;"> </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">Center</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">, </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">550 Perry St</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">.
There will be a presentation on the state of public school funding and
an opportunity to provide ideas and feedback. Details: (734) 714-1202.<span style=""> </span></span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><b style=""><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">Get warm. </span></b><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">The YPS<b style=""> </b>Clothes Closet, located at </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">George</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;"> </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">School</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">, </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">1076 Ecorse Rd.</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">, is open every Wednesday, </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">1-4:30 p.m.</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;"> Students
and their families who meet eligibility requirements are welcome to
free clothing, outer wear and other household items. Details: (734)
714-1019.</span></p>
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<p class="MsoNormal" style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt;"><b style=""><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">Artistic expression.</span></b><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;"> The annual NAAPID Poster Contest is accepting entries up to </span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;">3 p.m.</span><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;"> Jan. 22. Contest rules and other pertinent information can be found on the district’s web site, <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT1142"><a href="http://www.ypsd.org/" target="_blank"><font color="#800080">www.ypsd.org</font></a></span> or by calling the NAAPID office, (734) 434-1144.</span></p>
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<b style=""><span style="font-size: 11pt; color: black;"></span></b><br><hr style="width: 100%; height: 2px;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">From Growing Hope</span><br><br><div><div>Rise and Shine!</div><div><br></div><div>Next Thursday, January 21st, 7:30-8:30 am at Bombadill's-- is the first Ypsi Urban Farmer Breakfast of the new decade!</div><div><br></div><div>I hope you'll come! Give us a sense of whether you'll make it by rsvp-ing to <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT1158"><a href="mailto:info@growinghope.net" target="_blank">info@growinghope.net</a></span> or on facebook <span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT1159"><a href="http://www.facebook.com/event.php?eid=263670027360&ref=nf" target="_blank">here.</a></span> ...but, even if you don't rsvp, come join! And, spread the word and bring friends & neighbors!</div><div><br></div><div>I
feel excited and hopeful for this new year-- as the interest in urban
agriculture, community self-reliance, local & healthy food, and
sustainability is at an all-time high in Ypsi. Let's get together and
network, strategize, and dream up creative ways we can support each
other and bring ideas to fruition. </div><div><br></div><div>In health & optimism,</div><div>Amanda</div></div><div><br><span style="font-style: italic;">These breakfasts are very interesting. There is a great group that shows up. If you are interested in Urban Gardening come out and chat with folks of similar interest.--K</span><br><br><hr style="width: 100%; height: 2px;"><br></div><span style="font-style: italic;">If you are like me and are wondering "What is going on with the Freighthouse here is your chance to find out." I know it seems weird to pay for a public meeting but the money goes to fund other talks that would cost more.</span><br><br><div><strong><em>Talk of the Neighborhood</em> presents: The New Old
Freighthouse</strong>. The restoration of the Ypsilanti Freighthouse and
the proposed SEMCOG Ypsilanti commuter train has the potential
to greatly impact our community, our future development, jobs and the
quality of life in Ypsilanti . Nat Edmunds, Bonnie and Ed Penet have
taken lead roles in the preservation and restoration of the Freighthouse.
Engineering and architectural drawings will be revealed and discussed. An
overview of the project, the goals, and the work ahead will bring us up to date
on these plans. The proposed SEMCOG Ypsilanti commuter train stop will
require our community to meet certain requirements. If you want to
understand what has been done and what needs to be done, the impact the
Freighthouse project can have on the community and have your questions answered
join us this <strong>Monday, Jan. 18, at 7:15pm</strong> at the Rec.
Pk Comm. Cntr., 1015 N. Congress St. (Senior/Comm. Cntr) $5, $6 per
couple. <br>
<p style="margin: 0in 0in 0pt; text-align: justify;" class="MsoNormal"><span style="font-size: 11pt;"> </span></p></div>Georgie Pachella<br><span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT1186"><a href="mailto:gfp2@juno.com" target="_blank">gfp2@juno.com</a></span><br>734 483 5915<br>Talk of the
Neighborhood web site:<br><span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT1187"><a href="http://sites.google.com/site/talkypsilanti" target="_blank">http://sites.google.com/site/talkypsilanti</a><br><br></span><hr style="width: 100%; height: 2px;"><span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT1187"><span style="font-weight: bold;">John Latini</span><br></span><div>Folks,</div>
<div>It has been my pleasure to listen to John performing over the
years. It has also been my honor to be his friend and a part of his
extended family.</div>
<div>I am saddened to report that Jonesy will be performing his <strong>last</strong> "Singer-Songwriter Showcase" at the Tap Room Annex this Friday.</div>
<div>John will next be performing at the International Blues Challenge in Memphis at the end of the month.</div>
<div>Enough said.</div>
<div>--Frank<br><hr style="width: 100%; height: 2px;"><br><span style="font-weight: bold;">Event: Three Piece Suit Day</span><br>What: Festival<br>Start Time: Tuesday, February 2 at 12:00am<br>End Time: Tuesday, February 2 at 11:55pm<br>Where: Ypsilanti!<br><br>To see more details and RSVP, follow the link below:<br><span class="Object" id="OBJ_PREFIX_DWT1244"><a target="_blank" href="http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=166015154969&mid=1b98d8eG59f4c43fG147610bG7">http://www.facebook.com/n/?event.php&eid=166015154969&mid=1b98d8eG59f4c43fG147610bG7</a></span><br><br><hr style="width: 100%; height: 2px;"><span style="font-weight: bold;">Urban Bee Keeping Talk</span><br><br><meta http-equiv="Content-Type" content="text/html; charset=utf-8"><meta name="ProgId" content="Word.Document"><meta name="Generator" content="Microsoft Word 10"><meta name="Originator" content="Microsoft Word 10"><link rel="File-List" href="file:///C:%5CDOCUME%7E1%5CCOMPAQ%7E1%5CLOCALS%7E1%5CTemp%5Cmsohtml1%5C01%5Cclip_filelist.xml"><!--[if gte mso 9]><xml>
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Michigan-adapted colonies of honeybees for better resilience. Win is a member
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be offering "nuc" hives for sale in the spring for those wishing to
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