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
Acanthus Art Society Meeting: At the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte, Wednesday, Oct. 25, from 5-8 p.m. For more information, call 734-246-8357 or visit baconlibrary.org.
VIP (Visually Impaired Persons) Support Group: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 25, from 12-1 p.m. In Person, Virtual, or Call-in. VIP Support 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. Call 712-775-7031, Access Code: 965803 or join virtually by visiting bit.ly/TCLbtbcall. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
An Evening of Poetry with Trish Flavin: At the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte, Monday, Oct. 30, from 6-7:45 p.m. Join us for a night of Poetry with our guest Poet Trish Flavin. Trish has written and read poetry at coffee houses and memorial services. Her poems have been used in art exhibitions in collaboration with award-winning photographer Patricia Izzo. Most recently, she performed an evening of original poetry at the River’s Edge Gallery in Wyandotte, showcasing her new book, The Dance. To quote Trish, “Writing a poem is an exhilarating adventure because the path is ever-changing and emerging. The greatest enjoyment is in sharing. Unique to each person is the message, depending on life experience and the ability to embrace a world of new possibilities.” Books will be available for purchasing and signing. For more information, call 734-246-8357 or visit baconlibrary.org
NaNoWriMo Writing Sessions: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Nov. 2, 9, 16, 30, from 2:30-4:30 p.m November is National Novel Writing Month. We will have one of the Community Rooms at the front of the library available for participants attempting to write 50,000 words by the end of November to come in and write. 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.
Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy Annual Membership Meeting: At the Grosse Ile Golf & Country Club, 9339 Bellevue, Grosse Ile, on Saturday, Nov. 4. Doors open at 10 a.m. Meeting runs from 10:30 a.m.- Noon. Presentations on State of the Conservancy, accomplishments, projects, plans for 2024, awards and election of Board of Directors. Special guest speaker Dr. John Hartig presenting Saving the Conservation Crescent. For more information, visit GINLC.education@gmail.com
Brown Bag Talking Book Discussion: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. “In person or call-In.” Nov. 8, from noon-1 p.m. The group discusses two audiobooks each month. Listen to both, one, or none. Everyone is welcome. This month’s books are 1) “The Women of Copper Country” by Mary Doria Ruseel, and 2) “The Christmas Bookshop” by Jenny Colgan. Join us in person or join remotely by phone by calling: 267-807-9601 and use Access Code: 965803, or join virtually by visiting bit.ly/TCLbtbcall. Call the library to reserve a copy for yourself. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Tween Book Club: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Nov. 9, from 6-7:30 p.m. Join us for this monthly book club, suggested for ages 10-14 where we will read age appropriate titles from all genres. This month we will be discussing “The Ghoul Next Door” by Cullen Bunn. Visit the library’s front desk for a copy of the book. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Adult Book Discussion: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Nov. 15, from 6-7 p.m. Join us as we read fiction from all walks of life and perspectives. This month we’ll be discussing “The Paris Library” by Janet Skeslien Charles. You can pick up a copy of this month’s book from our front desk. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
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
Events
Hooks & Needles: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct 16, 23, 30, from 11 a.m. – 1 p.m. Come and join other yarn enthusiasts in our community who love to knit and crochet. This is a weekly event to share ideas, projects, and do a little yarning. Bring your own projects to work on. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Lego Club: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 16, 23, 30, from 6-7 p.m. Do you love Legos? Join our Lego Club. Every Monday we will challenge you to make something relating to that week’s theme. We will display your creation for one week and will tear them apart at the next event. This event is open to kids, tweens, teens, and parents. No registration is required, just stop in and build. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Story Times: At the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte. Babytime/Toddler, Tuesday, Oct. 17, 24 at 10 .m. Join Ms. Lynne for stories, music, dance, and bubbles. This program is geared for babies and young toddlers. Family Storytime, Tuesday, October 3, 10, 17, 24 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 is Oct. 31, from 10-11 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 each week. For more information, call 734-246-8357 or visit baconlibrary.org.
Baby Buddies Free Play: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 17, from 3-3:30 p.m. Come socialize with other parents and give your baby some free play time with our toys in the community room. There will be no librarian at this event, it will just be a space set up for interactions for you and your little one. Ages 0-1, but feel free to bring older siblings if needed. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Toddler Storytime: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 17, from 10:30-11:15 a.m. Join us for stories, songs, fingerplays, and fun! Toddler storytime is for ages 2-4, but older and younger siblings are welcome. Bring your toddler for a chance to learn and practice some early reading skills. We will reserve some time at the end for creative play or a craft. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Robots & Coding for Early Childhood: At the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte is Tuesday, Oct. 17 at 4 p.m. Can 4 and 5-year-olds learn to code a robot? You bet they can! Tiny the Robot is a programmable robot for young children. Through social-emotional stories and play, children will learn the basics of coding to control Tiny’s movements and emotions. Each session begins with a Tiny the Robot adventure story followed by a hands-on coding lesson. A snack will be provided. Each session will run 30 minutes. Preschool – Kindergarten. Lesson focus: What Makes Tiny Scared? (What does code mean?) Registration required. For more information, call 734-246-8357 or visit baconlibrary.org.
Textile Lab: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 17, 24, 31, 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.
Downriver Genealogical Society Meeting: Wednesday, Oct. 18 at 7 p.m. at Copeland Center, 2306 4th Street, Wyandotte. Program speaker Ric Mixter will present his program “Tattletale Sounds: The Edmund Fitzgerald Investigations.” For more information, visit downrivergenealogy.org/our-programs
Makin’ At Bacon: At the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte. Hot Wheels is Wednesday, Oct. 18. Build the tracks and race the cars using the library’s collection of Hot Wheels! Vroom. All Ages: Bead It at Bacon is Wednesday, Oct. 25. Patterns and supplies are available to create your own jewelry. High School/Adults: Craft Bags To Go starting Monday, October 2 and Monday, Oct. 16. Craft Bags will be available behind the front desk until gone. These craft bags are limited to age 13 & up. For more information, call 734-246-8357 or visit baconlibrary.org.
Adult Book Discussion: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 18, from 6-7 p.m. Join us as we read fiction from all walks of life and perspectives. This month we’ll be discussing “The Lost Apothecary” by Sarah Penner. You can pick up a copy of this month’s book from our front desk. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Living with Alzheimer’s Late Stage (Part 2 of 2): Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 18, from 6-7 p.m. In the late stages of Alzheimer’s disease, caregiving typically involves new ways of connecting and interacting with the person with the disease. Join us for this 2-part series and hear from caregivers and professionals about resources, monitoring care and providing meaningful connection for the person with late-stage Alzheimer’s and their families. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Tween Book Club: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 19, from 6-7:30 p.m. Join us for this monthly book club, suggested for ages 10-14 where we will read age appropriate titles from all genres. This month we will be discussing “Spirit Hunters” by Ellen Oh. Visit the library’s front desk for a copy of the book. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Resale Shoppe: Shop & dine event on two weekends at Our Lady of the Scapular Parish, 266 Antoine St. Wyandotte. Free Admission on Oct. 19, 20, 21, 22. For more info visit ourladyofthescapular.org
Michigan 4-H Youth Textile and Sewing Group: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 19, 26, from 5:30-7 p.m. Join an instructor from Michigan 4-H for our youth textile and sewing group. This program lasts 6 weeks with each session building on the last and is open to youth ages 7-17. The instructor will guide the class on the basics of sewing and will give them the opportunity to make their own creative textile projects. All supplies will be provided. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Assistive Device Drop-In (ADDI): Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 19, from 12-2 p.m. Not sure how to use your smartphone’s built-in accessibility software? Want to try out an assistive tech device before shelling out the cash for one? Drop in on ADDI for information or personalized help with popular technology in accessibility. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Friends of the Library Meeting: At the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte, Monday, Oct. 23 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, call 734-246-8357 or visit baconlibrary.org.
HBP Control: Sponsored by the National Kidney Foundation of Michigan starts Monday, Oct. 23 at 6 p.m. Sessions 1-8: Oct. 23 to Dec. 18. New participants will receive a blood pressure monitor and can join through Monday, Oct. 30. To register for the HBPC PATH Zoom workshop, visit www.nkfm.org/HBPC, email PATHPrograms@nkfm.org or call 800-482-1455.
Books & Bites Book Club: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 23, from 6-7:30 p.m. Books & Bites is a monthly book club that reads and discusses YA books with adult crossover and Adult books with teen crossover — anyone who is a fan of these genres can attend. This month we will be discussing “Burn Our Bodies Down” by Rory Power. Get a copy from our front desk or check it out on Hoopla or Libby using your Library Card. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Robotics Club Jr.: At the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte, Tuesday, Oct. 24 at 4 p.m. The robotics club jr. is geared toward lower elementary children (1-3). Each session begins with a story about Roo the Robot, a word of the day, and a fun challenge or game that is completed to recreate the story. Participants will work in groups of two to code their robots. An afterschool snack will be provided. Lesson focus: Roo and Friends. (LINE SENSOR is the word of the day.). Registration required. For more information, call 734-246-8357 or visit baconlibrary.org.
Book Talk: At the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte. “River Rouge Revived” is Oct. 24, from 6-8 p.m. During the 1960s-early 1980s, the Rouge River was one of the most polluted streams in the Great Lakes Basin. Then in the mid-1980s a “tipping point” occurred that would change everything. First, an odor problem in Dearborn and Melvindale was discovered to be massive amounts of raw sewage decomposing in the Rouge River, resulting in depletion of dissolved oxygen in the river that produced hydrogen sulfide – the smell of rotten eggs. Second, a 23-year-old man fell into the river, swallowed water, and died of a waterborne disease called leptospirosis, or rat fever. The source again was raw sewage being discharged into the river. Health departments had no choice but to warn the public to avoid contact with the river. This book is the story of the response to that mid-1980s “tipping point” – how people overcame apathy and are working together to bring their river and its watershed back to life. It is a story that will inspire and give hope to all working to restore and protect watersheds in the place they call home. John H. Hartig serves as a Visiting Scholar at the University of Windsor’s Great Lakes Institute for Environmental Research, as the Great Lakes Science-Policy Advisor to the International Association for Great Lakes Research, and as a member of the Board of Directors of the Detroit Riverfront Conservancy. For more information, call 734-246-8357 or visit baconlibrary.org.
Naloxone Training Class: Sponsored by the Southgate Rotary at 6 p.m. on Oct. 24 at the Riverview City Hall/Activities Room 14100 Civic Park Dr. No cost. Register by email: chiefahles@aol.com or text Steve 734-658-8991.
1,000 Books Before Kindergarten Launch Party: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 24, from 10:30-11:30 a.m. 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten is back! Stop in anytime during our launch party to learn about our 1,000 Books Before Kindergarten program and sign your child up if you’re interested. We’ll have books we recommend set out to get you started, and we will offer light refreshments. For more information, call 734-287-4840.
Teen Volunteer Group: Taylor Community Library, Taylor. Oct. 25, from 4-6 p.m. Teen volunteers help plan, implement, and promote ways to improve services offered at Taylor Community Library. They also assist with preparing program project supplies and seasonal decorations for the 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! For more information, call 734-287-4840.
True Crime Book Club: At the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte, Saturday, Oct 28 at 10:30 a.m. This Month we are reading “The Escape Artist: The Man Who Broke Out of Auschwitz to Warn the World” By Freedland, Jonathan. We meet 10 times a year and each month is a different true crime selection. Check our website for the yearly list. For more information, call 734-246-8357 or visit baconlibrary.org.
Hike in the Airport Natural Area: Every Sunday through October, enter at 28820 East River Rd, Grosse Ile, from 1-4 p.m. Grosse Ile Nature & Land Conservancy hosts will be available to open the trails of the Airport Natural Area every Sunday from May to October. Spend a few hours enjoying the trails, ponds, bays, lookouts, and woods of this hidden gem. For more information, email GINLC.GI@gmail.com.
Michigan March for Life: At the Capitol in Lansing on Nov. 8. Six charter buses will be departing from six Downriver locations: Trenton (2 locations), Wyandotte, Melvindale, Taylor and New Boston; $30 Adults, $20 Students; Sponsored by Southern Downriver Right to Life Upper Downriver Right to Life Central Wayne County Right to Life For more information, visit DownriverbusesMIMFL.eventbrite.com.
Bacon Reading Challenge 2023: At the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte pickup is underway. Have you always wanted to participate in a Reading Challenge? Give our challenge a try! We’ll make it easy peasy for you. Every month is a new reading challenge and if you register every month, we’ll pick a book to meet that challenge. You can also pick up a challenge calendar and do it on your own. In December, if all 12 challenges are complete, we’ll reward you with a prize pack. Check out our webpage: www.baconlibrary.org/readingchallenge2023
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.
Ongoing community events
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.
Al Turner Drop In Chess: Every Thursday 5:30 p.m. at the Bacon Memorial District Library, 45 Vinewood, Wyandotte. Kids and adults of all ages can meet challenging new players every Thursday at 5:30 pm. For more information, call 734-246-8357.
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.
AAUW scholarships: The AAUW Wyandotte-Downriver Branch offers several scholarships annually to female undergraduate students at Baker College, Henry Ford College, Lawrence Technological University and Wayne County Community College District. Interested students can pick up an AAUW application at their school’s counseling office. Candidates must have earned a minimum of 12 credits, be a United States citizen and a resident of the Downriver area. An essay is required. For more information, contact rjhart720@yahoo.com or visit downriver-mi.aauw.net.
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 finals 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.