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HomeMy WebLinkAboutNews & Community Events Fall 2010 CITY OF IIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIIillillillillillillilliillillillillillillilliilillillilillillillillillillillillilI 4J C 'r m Photo courtesy of the Livonia Observer Friday, October 22, 6:00 p.m. - 8:00 p.m., at Greenmead Historical Park Program is designed for families and features a creepy tour of village buildings, storytelling, crafts, music and refreshments. Cost: $5.00 per person. Tickets (pre-sale •• •••• only and space is limited) are available at the Greenmead Office. For more information, call (248) 477-7375. For other Greenmead events see page 12. • - •• - • Pumpkin Fest _. • _ , •• . Open daily October 2 - 30, 10:00 a.m. - 8:00 p.m., at Wilson Barn Pony and Hay Rides, Pumpkins, Gourds, Straw Bales and Cornstalks. On weekends, • Fresh Apple Cider&Donuts. 12:00 p.m. -8:00 p.m. For more information on activities or _ other Wilson Barn events see page 13. •' • 1 1JU - - • • • . • - - - • • - - •- 111MGM-12=161011"MIrerzIne I IRLT1630191110441MA • AN ome sing o i ay carols with t e ivonia I Ic oras, visit anta, ma e holiday crafts, watch a magic show and enjoy hot chocolate and cookies. Refreshments will be served at Civic Center Library. Bring your family, friends, scout troops, etc. Co-sponsored with Livonia Rotary Club, Livonia Civic Center Library, Livonia Civic Chorus and Livonia Parks& Recreation. I Fall Fire Safety Tips from Livonia corner Firefighters e o owing elections are As summer turns to fall and the kids head off to school, scheduled for this year: it is a good idea to refresh your memory on fall safety. While you should be testing your smoke alarms every STATE GENERAL month,you need to replace the batteries at least once November 2, 2010 a year. If you haven't changed them in a while, when Registration Deadline: you change your clocks back, why not change your October 4, 2010 smoke alarm batteries as well? While you are at it, don't forget your carbon monoxide alarms and practice Applications for absentee a home fire drill with all members of your family. ballots are available to Make sure that your furnace is up to the task of heating your home for another season, so an you on the City website inspection and cleaning may be in order. If you use space heaters, make sure they are used in rooms or they can be obtained that adults are in so that they can keep a watchful eye on them. Keep a three foot clearance from all from the City Clerk's Office heating sources like your space heaters, fireplaces and furnace. approximately two (2) Make sure you write down October 9th on your calendar, as we will be holding our annual Fire months prior to a Prevention Week Open House on that day, at fire station# 3 located on Seven Mile scheduled election. and Wayne Roads. The event will run from 10 a.m until 2 p.m., and you can call us at If you require an application (734) 466-2444 for more information.We hope to see you there. to be mailed to you, please If you have a computer,visit the city website (wwwci.livonia.mi.us) and then click on call (734) 466-2121 and the "fire department"page and browse our fun and educational pieces, articles and leave your name and videos. address on the voice mail. The Office of the City Clerk Livonia City Hall - 1st Floor H1Z1fd00S Waste day Site 33000 Civic Center Drive Doheny Drive IL� Saturday, September 25, 2010 8 a.m. - 3 p.m. I "Livonia's HHW Day at Northville"—Take Seven m Seven Mile Road co Mile Road west to Northville Road. Take a right 0 0 (north) on Northville Road, go a quarter mile to L Doheny Drive.Take a right onto Doheny Drive, go � 0) The City Assessing under the railroad tracks and first right into the Z = Department has an ongoing review program of Northville DPW Yard. six Mile Road residential properties in For a list of acceptable material,visit the City. The purpose of wwwci.livonia.mi.us or wwwci.northville.mi.us. Northville DPW Yard this program is to ensure Call Livonia Public Service at(734) 466-2655. 650 Doheny Drive the accuracy of our records. The people doing the review will visit every home in the City and, if Saturday, October 2, 2010 - 8 a.m. - 12 p.m. possible, speak with the Livonia DPW Yard 12973 Farmington Rd. (One block S. of Schoolcraft, W. of Farmington) owner of the property. If the owner is not available, As Part of Livonia's ongoing reduce, reuse and recycling efforts, Livonia Public Service will be the reviewer will compare offering a paper shredding and tire recycling morning on October 2 in the DPW yard. the property record card Tire Recycling- In conjunction with Wayne County Department of Environment, the City of Livonia to the exterior of the is hosting a tire recycling morning. Up to ten tires per household vehicle will be accepted. house. He/she may also Paper Shredding—In conjunction with Cintas Document Management and the Livonia Police look in the back yard. If Department, the City of Livonia is hosting a paper shredding morning to encourage awareness and you have any questions protection of identity theft. Residents and businesses may bring sensitive documents for secure regarding this program, shredding(up to 5 boxes no larger than the size of recycle bins). Examples of items that should be please call the Assessing securely shredded included invoices, bank statements, cancelled checks, tax returns, contracts, Office at (734) 466-2220. Personal papers, etc. Paper clips, binder clips, and staples do not need to be removed;bindings and metal spines are not able to be shredded and must be removed in advance. You can observe the shredding of your documents on the spot. All shredded documents will be recycled. Non- sensitive documents can be recycled year round at the Livonia Recycling Center on Glendale or in your recycling bin with your weekly refuse pickup. 2 LIVONIA FALL NEWS L Report from Mayor KiaL THE CITY'S EVER-INCREASING This loss of City CHALLENGE TO FUND SERVICES revenue to pay for All local governments continue to see a City services is significant loss in their main sources of revenue — expected to continuethrough 2012. State Shared Revenue and property taxes. Currently the City's Administration is working Budget Goals and hard to present a preliminary budget to the Strategies City Council, who will adopt a final budget Anticipated revenues and expenses help by Dec. 1. determine our budget goals and strategies. Here Major Budget Challenges are some major factors: The budget serves the City and Citizens as a • Achieve a balanced budget (not spending critical guide for approved uses of taxpayers' what we don't have), while preserving the dollars. Following are some examples of the highest possible quality-of-life services. major budget challenges for the next fiscal year: • Avoid the total elimination of any specific • As service providers, Livonia allocates service by making reductions in some 82 percent of the General Fund budget service levels. for salaries and benefits. • Continue to find ways to cut costs by more • With Public Safety as our top priority, efficiently utilizing our work force and Fire and Police wages and benefits total streamlining other City operations. 68 percent of the wages and benefits • Expand, when possible, the use of citizen portion of the General Fund budget, volunteer organizations to maintain the leaving only 32 percent for all other quality of life in Livonia. (Example: Livonia 18 City departments and functions. junior Athletic League and Soccer Clubs • The City began a hiring freeze in 2002 mowing and maintaining athletic fields.) and reduced staff in all categories. With Encourage all citizens to be part of the a loss of about 100 employees since 2002, budget process by sharing ideas, further staff cuts will be increasingly suggestions, etc. difficult without some potential reductions A '� in services. Now in focus: Livonia's old courthouse Crews working on the movie"Scream 4" rented the former 16th District Courthouse for lune, July and August in order to construct a fictional Sheriff's Office.They built walls,windows and doors in the former clerical area of the old court, then added authenticity with computers, files, knick-knacks and family photos. During the one day of filming here, stars Courteney Cox, Neve Campbell and David ' Arquette, and director Wes Craven,were at the old courthouse, adding a bit of excitement on the Civic Center campus. During a break, I met and talked with the Actor David Arquette and gracious Mr.Arquette (see photo). Mayor Kirksey sharing a The filmmakers paid a fee for renting the building and will pay utility bills and other moment during a break costs.They will also restore the interior of the building.While we may see more from the filming of filming there, my hope is that we will one day be able to put this building into a new "Scream 4," in Livonia. use for our community. Stay tuned. LIVONIA FALL NEWS 3 The City of Livonia Civil Service Department i r accepting applications for seasonal and X _. TAk temporary jobs in the following areas: Level One: $7.40/hr. Park Attendant,Pool Attendant, ra Athletic Attendant,Facility Attendant,Kid Quarters rA n Attendant,Fit Hub Attendant Level Two: $8.00/hr. Front Desk 1,Climbing Wall Belayer, Special Events Leader,Marketing Assistant ` Level Three: $8.75/hr. Lifeguard,Jr.Swim Instructor,IGd �. Quarters Supervisor,Park Supervisor,Athletic Supervisor, Intern,Party Supervisor, Spec.Events Supervisor rLevel Four: $9.75/hr. Activity/Sports Instructor 1,Choir Director,Piano Accompanist, Sports Official Supervisor Level Five: $10.50/hr. Pool Maintenance,Athletic °^ Coordinator,Park Coordinator, Climbing Wall Instructor, Outdoor Pool Opener Level Six: $12.50/hr. Lead Swim Instructor,Pool Supervisor, Climbing Wall Programmer,Building Supervisor 1,Jr.Figure Skating Instructor,Special Events Coordinator,Fitness/Wellness Instructor,CPR Instructor Energy Heating Assistance Program Level Seven: $14.50/hr. Pool Maintenance Supervisor, The City of Livonia, Department of Community Resources, receives federal Pool Programmer,Figure Skating Instructor 1, block grant funds to provide low/moderate income residents with utility Activity/Sports Instructor 2,Lifeguard Instructor (gas, electric or fuel heating) shut-off assistance, up to a maximum of Level Eight: $16.50/hr. Figure Skating Instructor 2, $500.00 on a one-time only basis.Matching funds or co-payment for any Technology Assistant, Specialty Instructor amount exceeding the maximum are required and are the responsibility of Level Nine: $18.50/hr. Figure Skating Coordinator, the applicant. For further information on program guidelines contact ' Certified Fitness/Wellness Instructor Community Resources at (734) 466-2540. FOOD ASSISTANCE PROGRAMS Seasonal Laborer Positions(March—November 20 10) Seasonal Laborer I Seasonal Laborer II The Emergency Food Assistance Program (TEFAP) 1st Year-$9.00 1st Year-$9.25 The City of Livonia, Department of Community Resources, distributes 2nd Year-$9.2 5 2nd Year-$9.50 U.S.D.A. surplus commodity food, on a monthly basis, to low-income residents who are currently enrolled in the program. Senior housing residents should contact their housing office for information and enrollment. For further program information and income guidelines Substitute Librarian contact Community Resources at(734) 466-2540. $11.00-$12.00 for Pre-Master's Degree FOCUS: HOPE Food For Seniors Program $15.00-$16.00 for Post-Master's Degree Library Page Student Page The City of Livonia, Department of Community Resources, distributes $8.40/hour-$9.25/hour $7.40/hour-$7.90/hour packaged food boxes, on a monthly basis, to low-income senior residents (60 years of age or older),who are currently certified in the program. For further program information and income guidelines contact Community Resources at(734) 466-2540. School Crossing Guards Police Reserve Officer $9.00/hour $10.00/hour The City of Livonia Youth Employment Resource Center offers information The City of Livonia is seeking individuals available to about job opportunities that are available for Livonia youth ages 15-20.The work temporary short-term clerical assignments. These office is located in the Livonia City Hall Annex, 33000 Civic Center Drive. The Temporary Clericals will be called as needed when north door of City Hall located in the Annex will be the most convenient temporary vacancies present themselves. entrance to the Youth Employment Office. Business hours are Tuesday, For information on the qualifications,job duties and how Wednesday and Thursday from 1:00 p.m.to 5:00 p.m. For further information to apply for these jobs,please contact the Civil Service call (734) 466-2018. Department,Third Floor City Hall at(734)466-2530,or visit the City's website wwwci.livonia.mi.us 4 LIVONIA FALL NEWS di d � is a low-interest loan program sponsored by the Livonia Housing Commission for income qualified homeowners. The focus of the program concentrates on maintenance of the existing structure as it relates to health and safety issues and minimum housing standards.The program does not involve remodeling °. or updating for cosmetic purposes, additions, or new construction projects. Typical eligible repairs include roofs,windows, doors, siding, insulation, heating, electrical, and plumbing repairs, as well as, physical accessibility improvements, and emergency repairs. Once the loan is obtained, a lien is -` • placed on the property and remains until the title transfers. The maximum loan amount is$15,000. e To obtain more information or to request an application, please call (734) 421-6450 ext. 103, email CD13G@ci.Iivonia.mi.us or go to 1 ' www.ci.livonia.mims, click on "Departments"click on "Housing"click on "Community Development Block Grant Program"to find frequently asked questions,forms, and the brochure James M. Inglis, Housing Director, City of Livonia exchanges keys with new homeowner Raquel Garcia. Ms. Garcia recently purchased the rehabilitated home through the Neighborhood Sponsored by the Livonia Housing Commission, provides financial assistance Stabilization Program (NSP), administered by the to low and moderate income homeowners for general permanent home Housing Commission. For more information on repairs. Eligible home repairs may include insulation, minor the NSP program contact the Housing plumbing/electrical repair, hot water tank replacement,sewer cleanout, Commission at (734) 421-6450 installation of handrails/grab bars, insulation, patching of minor roof leaks, door/window operations and other minor repairs needed to address the homeowners' health and safety. The maximum allowable grant award is REFERRAL OPTION MAY $1,500 per home/per fiscal year. A minimal fee for service will be HELP RESIDENTS FEND CII[I'l established and collected upon determination of homeowners' program 'l FORECLOSURE eligibility. For more information please call (734) 421-6450 ext. 105 or The City of Livonia now has a new option for e-mail minorhomerepair@ci.livonia.mi.us financially-challenged residents who are trying to make their mortgage payments to stay in their Qualifications for either program include the following guidelines: homes. ✓ You must be a homeowner/occupant for at least one year The City is partnering with Central Detroit ✓ No land contracts Christian, a non-profit agency that offers a ✓ The home must be covered by homeowner's insurance program to quickly determine a homeowner's ✓ The property taxes and water bills must be paid to date options to avoid foreclosure or modify their loan ✓ Assets (not including principle residence and automobile) must be less than $50,000 terms. Their staff will take your information in ✓ The combined annual household gross income must not exceed the person, over the phone Or electronically, and then income limitations as determined by HUD and listed below: work directly with mortgage lenders. There is no cost to the homeowner; costs are paid by HUD. Household Size Max.Gross Income Through its Mobile Foreclosure Prevention 1 $39,100 Program, the CDC will meet with Livonia residents 2 $44,700 in Livonia, using confidential office space at the 3 $50,300 new Livonia Housing Commission building, 10800 4 $55,850 Farmington Road (the former Shelden Senior 5 $60,350 6 $64,800 Center).They will be onsite 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. 7 $69,300 Fridays. Other times can be scheduled by 8 $73,750 appointment. For more information or to set an appointment for The Livonia Housing Commission offers the above home improvement programs to assist qualified residents.Equal Housing Opportunity Lender. a meeting in Livonia, please contact Central Detroit Christian at (313) 873-0064. LIVONIA FALL NEWS 5 Balloon AL-Amals.For cl:i!drer•ages 7- 12 Saturday,October 9,2:0,,-,)p.m. Learn how to make balloon animals.Balioc-ns and instni_tionai materials will be provided.Registration starts September 18.Class is limited to 25 children. Let's LEGO.For children ages 6 and up.Saturday,October 23, 11:00 a.m. Registration starts September 18.Calling all LEGO maniacs!Come build AN Mir- models to be displayed at the library,read a story and watch some brick flicks with us. + Creepy Campfire Tales:for Performers.Grades 4-6.Wednesday, October 27.Registration starts October 11.Help bring stories to life on our stage(and send shivers through the audience).Rehearsal,for readers, is from 6:00 p.m.-7:00 p.m.The general public is welcome for the actual sr„ performance at 7:00 p.m.Students of all reading abilities are welcome, and no previous acting experience(or memorization)is required. Creepy Campfire Tales:for Non-Performers,Ages 3 and up. Wednesday,October 27,7:00 p.m.Sit back and enjoy this frighteningly- fun Halloween edition of Readers'Theater. Bibbidi Bobbidi Books.For children ages 5-8,Saturday,November 6, r 2:00 p.m.Registration starts October 18.Calling all princesses(princes are � welcome,too).Wear your finest royal court attire and enjoy craft,games, Smiles fit for a Princess at Bibbidi Bobbidi Books (Oct. 18) and treats fit for a queen! Rising Stars Youtheatre.All ages.November 12 at 7:00 p.m.and November 13 at 2:00 p.m.Tickets required for admission.They may be PROGRAMS FOR CHILDREN purchased at the Children's Reference Desk during library hours or at the CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY door prior to admission.These music and/or drama presentations will For more information LI programs or to register,call(734) 4662493 showcase budding actors and actresses.For more information regarding classes or shows,call(734)634-5906. Storytime programs are open to preschool Livonia children.Children Caring Tree.November 15-December 11.Take a tag from our Caring younger than three years old must be accompanied by an adult(one child Tree anytime during library hours and return it with a new unwrapped toy per adult).Space is limited so register early!In-person registration begins by December 11.The toys will be distributed by the Livonia Goodfellows to September 13 at 9:00 a.m.Phone registration starts at 1:00 p.m. ensure that"no child in Livonia is without a Christmas." Baby Storytime—For children ages 12-23 months.Babies are invited to Wonder Pets Party.For children ages 3-6.Tuesday,November 23, bring a loving caregiver along for songs,simple stories,rhymes,and toy 2:00 p.m.Registration starts November 9.Games,story,and craft based time.Mondays,September 20-November 8. on the television series that teaches TEAMWORK Costumes welcome! Session one- 12 to 17 months old: 9:30 a.m.to 9:50 a.m. Fall Magic.For ages 2-92.Saturday,November 27 at 2:30 p.m.Relax Session two- 18 to 23 months old: 10:30 a.m.to 10:50 a.m. and enjoy Baffling Bill's amazing tricks!No registration required. Toddler Storytime—For children, 24 to 36 months.Enjoy stories,musical Tree Lighting Ceremony.December 7,starting at 7:00 p.m.Come and instruments,fingerplays,and large movement activities.Thursdays, sing holiday songs as festive lights are turned on at City Hall,then trudge September 23-November 4. Session one: 9:30 a.m.- 10:00 a.m. to the library for a special family show,holiday crafts,light refreshments, Session two: 10:15 a.m.- 10:45 p.m. and a visit with Santa. Preschool Storytime—For children,3 to 5 years old.Stories,fingerplays, NOBLE LIBRARY songs and more!Tuesdays,September 21 -November 9.No session Fun for Ones Lapsit—Ages 12-23 months.Wednesdays, 10:00 a.m.- October 19. 10:30 a.m.,September 22-November 10.Songs,rhymes,fingerplays, Session one: 10:30 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. board books,and activities to introduce our youngest patrons to the Session two: 1:30 p.m.- 2:00 p.m. pleasures of the library!No session on Oct.20. Family Storytime—For the whole family.Wednesdays,7:00 p.m.- 3.4.5 Storytimel—Ages 3 through 5.Mondays, 1:30 p.m.-2:00 p.m., 7:30 p.m.September 22-November 3.Unwind after dinner with some September 20-November 8.Stories,fingerplays,songs,a dash of science stories,songs,and a science demo that will leave you amazed.No and phonics,a nod at numbers,and a small craft.No session on Oct. 18. registration required. Me Two's—Age 2.Wednesdays, 10:45 a.m.- 11:15 a.m.,September 22- September is Library Card Sign-up Month,so stop at the Library and November 10.Join us for action songs,stories,rhymes,musical instru- get the smartest card of all—FREE—your Library card.Throughout the ments and more for that terrific two in your life.No session on Oct.20. month,children will receive a free book with their new library card!For Scavenger Hunt—Grades 2-6.Mondays,Wednesdays,and Fridays in Livonia residents only. November during Library hours.No registration required.Drop in and pick Paws for Reading:Children Reading to Daisy—For beginning readers, up a clue kit to find 5 tokens in the library.Turn in your 5 tokens to select ages 6 and older.Saturdays,October 9 and November 13,starting at a prize. 1:00 p.m.Call for an appointment to read your favorite book to Daisy, our resident Reading Therapy Dog. SAN DBU RG LIBRARY Saturday Cinema.For all ages;young children should be accompanied (No registration required,unless specified.) by an adult.Saturday,September 18,October 16,and November 20 at Toddler Storytime—For children ages 1 -2 years old.Tuesdays, 2:00 p.m.No registration required.Join us every month for a free G or PG- September 21 -November 9, 10:15 a.m.Join us for songs,stories,and fun! rated film in the library auditorium(sorry,no food or drink allowed).Call to Siblings are welcome. confirm titles. Toddler Plus Storytime—For children ages 2-3 years old.'Tuesdays, Game Day.For the entire family.October 16, 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. September 21 -November 9, 11:00 a.m.Join us for songs,stories,and fun! Percy Jackson and the Last Olympians.For children ages 7 to 12. Siblings are welcome. Saturday,September 25, 1:00 p.m.Registration starts September 11. Games and crafts about Percy Jackson and the Olympians. 6 LIVONIA FALL NEWS ................. ................. ................. ................. ................. ................. ................. ................. ................. ................. ................. Civic Center Library Noble Library Sandburg Library Vestpocket EE 32777 Five Mile-(734)466-2491 32901 Plymouth-(734)421-6600 30100 W.Seven Mile-(248)893-4010 Civic Park Senior Center Monday-Thursday 9 a.m.-9 p.m Monday&Wednesday 10 a.m.-8 p.m. Tuesday&Thursday 10 a.m.-8 p.m. 15218 Farmington-(734)466-2559 E Friday&Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m. Friday 9 a.m.-5 p.m Saturday 9 a.m.-5 p.m Monday-Friday 9:30 a.m.-3:30 p.m. ................. Sunday 1 p.m.-5 p.m. ................. ................. Pre-School Storytime-For children ages 3-6.Thursdays,September 23 ADUL1111 -November 11, 11:00 a.m.Join us for songs,stories,and some wild CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY science demos!Siblings are welcome. Drop-In Playdate-Ages 1 -6.Tuesdays,September 7&September 14, Book Discussion Group-The Livonia Civic Center Library book 10:00 a.m.- 11:30 a.m.The Story Time Room will be open for action with discussion group meets every second Monday of the month at 7:00 p.m. toys,books&leaming materials.Parents are welcome to bring in coffee History Lives at the Library will return in the fall.This series presents and relax. programs on a wide variety of historical topics.Programs begin at Let's Lego-For children ages 6 and up.Saturday,November 13, 7:00 p.m.and end approximately 8:30 p.m. 11:00 a.m.- 12 p.m.Registration begins October 25.Bring your bricks Wednesday Afternoon at the Movies-September 8,October 13,and and build a model to be displayed all of December.We'll have a book November 10 at 2:00 p.m.Auditorium.Enjoy a classic film in the comfort talk and watch some brick flicks! of the Library Auditorium.Sorry,no food or beverages are allowed in the Your Autistic Child and the I.E.P.Thursday,September 30, 7:00 p.m. auditorium. Staci Bockman is the parent of an autistic child,IEP Advocate&Parent Historical Images of Livonia-The Library is collecting photographs of Coach,&co-host of the MyGreatKid Radio show on WAAM 1600.She'll be "past"Livonia.This collection will become the cornerstone to,what the speaking on general and school specific concerns of autistic children. library hopes to be,an ever growing collection of historical memories and images thus preserving the past for future residents.For more information TEEN PROGRAMS contact Carl Katafiasz,Head of Adult Services. CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY Film Movement Series-September 20,October 18 and November 15 Teen Advisory Committee-Teens in grades 7- 12,first Wednesday of at 6:30 p.m.Auditorium. These are newly released award-winning eindependent features and foreign films being seen simultaneously with very month,6:00 p.m.Come hang out with other teens and hear about upcoming events at the Livonia Library.Give your input and suggestions their theatre runs.Due to their sometimes mature themes and content, about what you want to see happen at the Library. these films are recommended for adult audiences.Information on the Film Movement Program can be found at wwwhlmmovement.com.Sponsored Teen Photography Contest-Entry deadline is November 1, 2010 by by the Friends of the Livonia Library. 9:00 p.m.Teens grab your cameras and submit up to two images in each Ghost Hunting at Civic Center Library-Wednesday,October 6 at of two categories(colored and black&white)and maybe win a prize! 7:00 p.m.Do you believe that there is more than"us"in this existence? Drop off your work at any library or e-mail an electronic copy to Ghost,Spirits,Unexplained...this is Kristy Robinett's world.Robinett has jvisnaw@livonia.lib.mi.us.Include your name,grade,school,phone been a paranormal investigator for over fifteen years with some hair- number and/or e-mail address. raising experiences to share.Leam what to do and what not to do when Date Night Movies-Films are geared for Teens in grades 7- 12 but all Ghost Hunting. audiences are welcome.September 18,November 20, 7:00 p.m.No The Noontime Concert Series will return on Thursday,September 16, registration required.Bring your buddy and catch a free movie in the 2010.Upcoming concerts in the series will take place every third Thursday Library auditorium.Films are rated G,PG,or PG-13. through May 2011.Concerts begin at 12:15 p.m.and end at 1:00 p.m. Tekken Gaming Tournament-November 6, 2 p.m.Register in person or Co-sponsored by the Livonia Arts Commission. by phone.Go one-on-one against an opponent in the martial arts video NOBLE LIBRARY game Tekken.Top players will win prizes. Book Discussion Group-Fridays,September 24 and October 22, NOBLE LIBRARY 1:30 p.m.Treat yourself to an aftemoon out.Meet new people,stimulate College Planning and Strategies-Monday,September 13,6:00 p.m.- your mind,and have a good time. 7:45 p.m.Sheryl Krasnow of College and Career Counseling Associates, Wednesday Movie Mania-Wednesdays,September 1,October 6 Inc.will cover all the fundamentals of planning for the often bewildering and November 3, 2:00-4:00 p.m.You've read the book,now see the college admissions process. movie.The Livonia Alfred Noble Basement Theater is not handicapped Teen Anime Night-grades 7- 12.Join your friends for an evening of accessible. b and snacks!Seating and some snacks will be provided,but feel free to bring to bring your own! Call for dates and titles. MEMORIAL AND COMMEMORATIVE PROGRAM Noble Library Teen AniManga Club-Register to receive our free e-mail Need a unique and lasting way to remember a special person?Want to newsletter informing you about all our fun events which will include help your community?You can do both of these at once with the library's enjoying Anime movie review and discussion,cosplay,listening to Anime Memorial and Commemorative Program which allows you to donate soundtracks,manga trading,Japanese snacks and more! money in honor or memory of a loved one.A gift plate on the book shows Teen Gaming Events @ Noble Library-The library will be hosting the name of the person being honored as well as the name of the donor.A mbrochure describing the program in more detail is available at all three monthly gaming events including tournaments and free play nights in our basement.Call for dates and specific games. Library locations or online at http://livonia.lib.mi.us/contributions.html SANDBURG LIBRARY FRIENDS OF THE LIVONIA LIBRARY PROGRAMS Free Airbrush Tattooing for Teens-Ages 11 and up.Saturday, Oct. 17-Creatures. 2:00 p.m.in the Civic Center Auditorium. September 18, 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m.Drop by the library and get your free Nov. 14-Oregon Trail. 2:00 p.m.in the Civic Center Auditorium. airbrush tattoo.Join airbrush artist Gav as he performs his magic with his paint and compressor.He'll bring the stencils and you pick your favorite! Drop in Video Game Free Play for Teens-ages 11 and up.Tuesday, - November 2,6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m.Sleep in on your day off of school,and CIVIC CENTER LIBRARY then come to the library for some video game fun. Vote for Your Favorite Teen Book-ages 11 and up.Month of October. Come to the library during the month of October and vote for your favorite Friday &Saturday, Sunday, Oct. 3 teen book,ever!Winner will be announced November 4.Every entry will Oct. 1 and 2 (1 p.m. - 5 p.m.) be in a drawing to win some prizes! (9 a.m. - 5 p.m.) Books sold by the bag on Sunday. Sp ns d by Theie s of d.Livonia Libor V LIVONIA FALL NEWS 7 Livom,.- id The City of Livonia offers two options for collecting LEAVES ONLY, PLEASE: Leaves placed in the street leaves from residential areas. mixed with grass clipping, brush and other debris cannot be removed. The first option is to dispose of your leaves with your regularly scheduled weekly refuse Schedule collection. For pickup,you must place your leaves The City of Livonia is divided into two areas as in paper compost bags or up to 35 gallon garbage shown on the map on page 9. Areas are defined cans marked with either a Yard Waste sticker or an by the expected volume of leaves based on the "X" LEAVES PLACED IN PLASTIC BAGS WILL number and maturity of neighborhood trees, the NOT BE PICKED UP. Paper bags or cans filled with types of trees with their predicted dates of leaf leaves or other yard waste should be placed at the drop, and the previous years' experience. curb separated from recycling bins and normal refuse, or on the opposite side of the driveway. ALL SCHEDULES ARE TENTATIVE. Because of variables in volume and weather conditions leaf Curbside collection of leaf and yard waste crews may arrive early but will return on or shortly containers will continue on the regular refuse after the scheduled date. Conversely, if weather or collection day though the first two weeks of the leaf drop timing causes delays, crews will arrive December. as close to the scheduled date as possible. The second option is to rake your leaves into Notification the street according to the schedule of the bulk A mailing will be sent in mid-October with specific leaf pickup program that runs from the end of scheduling information and collection guidelines. October through the end of November. This program is designed to remove the majority of Signage: Temporary signs will be placed on local leaves for residents, with at least one pickup for streets at the entrances to neighborhoods three to every home in the city. six days in advance of the scheduled pickup date. Leaf signs are removed the day of the scheduled Large vacuum trucks and loaders remove the pickup. If the sign is removed and leaf pickup is leaves raked into the street. Loaders are the most delayed the leaf crews will still be coming as close efficient and economical way to pick up the bulk of to the scheduled date as possible. the leaves quickly and the only method with wet, packed leaves. Within several days after the final Livonia Observer: A 1/4 page advertisement with leaf pickup, streets are swept by motorized collection scheduling information appears each equipment to pickup residual leaves. The Bulk Leaf Sunday during the leaf pickup season. Pickup Program ends at the beginning of December so that the equipment can be Hotline: (734) 466-2601 Recorded information is converted for snow and ice control. available twenty-four hours a day on schedule changes. To maximize the pickup of your leaves: • Rake leaves into the street at least four inches Website: wwwci.livonia.mi.us out from the curb so as not to block gutters for rain drainage. No Burning The city of Livonia prohibits the burning of leaves • Do not rake into ditches. Leaves placed in with in the City Limits. (Livonia Code of Ordinances ditches will not be removed. 8.25.350) • Avoid piling your leaves at street corners or poles or around such as mailboxes or sign For Questions regarding this program contact: posts where the equipment has difficulty City of Livonia Public Service picking up everything. (734) 466-2655 . � m AREA A: AREA B: Each street in Area A will receive two special Each street in Area B will receive one scheduled pickups. The first scheduled pickup special scheduled pickup. The scheduled will be between the last week of October and pickup will occur beginning the second the first week of November. The second and week of November. final pickup will be between mid November and the first part of December. kA AM M Mr' I AI I Ar' M1 1,.4' 1 1 M M ,*►M A k EIGHT MILE A ROAD o M 5 4 NORFOLK 2 UF. 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GLENDALE INDUSTRIAL AMRHEIN ----- N--�F--R- ------ --Ft- -�F-fl- --��-11-- ----II-��- --R-- ---N-�h--�F- --- 30 29 28 27 R.R. 26 25 GRANTLAND a z PLYMOI TH ROAD ¢ F W m HATHAWAY (a W C IGAGO 'a z ANNARB�R� L 33 34 3 5 z a CATHEDRAL = 31 32 x x 36 x OY ROAD LIVONIA FALL NEWS 9 The monthly scnior bulletin is currently available at wwwci.livonia.mi.us click on e-news signup, enter your email join us as we celebrate the Harvest season on October 11.Luncheon address,click on the senior center, click on submit.The bulletin lists reservation tickets go on sale beginning September 7th.Menu daily activities such as card,board,bingo games,weekly movies, includes Knackwurst, German Potato Salad,Rye bread, sauerkraut, continuing education classes,book and current events discussion and strudel.Cost is$4.Musical entertainment will round out a great groups, assistance programs,and the congregate lunch menu.The time. Oompha! bulletin is also available at the Civic Park Senior Center. SUPPLIES NEEDED — CHECK YOUR CI OSETS FLU SHOTS Flu shots will once again be offered at the Senior Center.No charge The Knitting and Quilting groups at the Livonia Senior Center would for Medicare part B. appreciate your donations of cotton fabric,yarn,and fleece.These are used for charity projects.They make hats, scarves, and mittens for Visiting Nurse Association underprivileged children and quilts for children's abuse centers. Please 'Tuesday, October 12th, 9:00 a.m.-12:00 noon. drop off your donations at the Center. Wayne County Flu Shots, ��� IIII"' "'"'1111 "'"' IIII'��� IIII ��� "'"'IIIb°°� IIII'��IIII "'"'llll'��IIIIIIIP Date,time, and cost to be announced. IIII DIIIIIIII'IIIIwflI �30wl I14G Are you ready to let your talent shine?If so,you are in luck.We have Open WII Bowling Monday and Friday afternoons from 1:00 p.m. organized a Senior Readers Theater Group.This is a script in hand to 4:00 p.m. No charge performance group,that alleviates the fear of memorizing.No previous acting experience needed.These are usually 10-30 minute plays. Easy rehearsal schedule!First meeting is Thursday,September 16th.Call (734) 466.2557 for more information. �Y �gra Livonia volunteers packaging meals to feed homebound Livonia seniors. 10 LIVONIA FALL NEWS .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... .......................................................................................................................................................................................................................... irkii 7ior Center N nn 734 466-2555 !::.'EEEEEEEE EEEEE EE EEEEE EE ':EEE' iEEEEEEEE' ::::::'EE EEEEEEE EEE EEc''.EEEi 'EEE 'EEE EE :::::::::::.'iEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEEE::::::::::::: riiE•x'E': :e�t�: ::=::�:: jW:.::w a.m. - 5:00 p.m. AAFAILm E E �. The Senior Center Transportation Buses provide curb"�curb"rideswitwhin the City limit on a donation basis. Rides are available to local shopping districts, grocery stores, medical appointments, and to the Senior Center. Service hours are Monday thru Friday, 8:30 a.m.–4:00 p.m. ADVANCE RESERVATIONS ARE REQUIRED BY CALLING (734) 466-2555. ''"� ,� To make a transportation reservation, please follow these steps: ''. 1. Reservations accepted 90 days in advance, scheduling is on a first come � r first served basis, limited number of daily appointments. First morning appointment is 9:00 a.m. and last return to home is 3:15 p.m. This medical bus travels 2 miles outside the City limit. Y 2. When making your reservation,you must have the time of your appointment, the name, address, telephone number of your doctor 3. You will be asked your name, address, telephone number. 4. On the day of your scheduled appointment you must be ready for pick-up from your home 1 hour ahead of your appointment time. When you are - ready to return home, the doctor's office must call the center for your ride to go back home. �. 5. Wheelchair riders must be accompanied and their wheelchair must have footrests and brakes in working order. Keeping warm this winter isn't easy for some people. Eva from Busy Knitter's is 1. Reservations accepted 7 days in advance. keeping herself busy and working hard 2. When making your reservation,you will be asked your name, address, on her lap afghan for charity. telephone number and your destination. 3. On the day of your scheduled ride,you must be ready for pick-up from "PURPLE WITH A PURPOSE" your home 1/2 hour in advance. Wednesday, September 21 st.Come out and 4. The Senior Center buses depart from the Center at celebrate World Alzheimer's Day.The World 1:00 p.m. or 3:00 p.m. Health Organization, since 1994 has continued to heighten awareness on this day.Millions of families across the United States and the world are affected by this disease.FREE COFFEE if you1 �•: wear purple—maybe even have purple hair.We Livonia Community Transit will will have games to stretch and maintain your pick up residents 60 years old brain,purple treats,and educational information. and over and disabled persons - Come have some fun in the Lobby at 10:00 a.m. from their home and transport them within the city limits of THANKSGIVING PARTY Livonia for a fee of$2.00 each Wednesday, November 24th 11:30 a.m. Enjoy a way. Exact fare or ticket required; Thanksgiving dinner with all the trimmings!Join drivers do not make change. us as we celebrate this special time of year. Hours of service are: Monday You MUST make your advanced reservation at through Friday 7:00 a.m. - , the Volunteer Desk or by calling(734) 466-2555 6:30 p.m. and Saturday&Sunday by Friday,November 19th, 12:00 noon! 8:00 a.m. -2:30 p.m. Reservations ----- Suggested Donation is$2.25. are accepted on a first-come,first served basis by calling the Livonia Community Transit office at (734) 466-2700 Monday through Friday 7:00 a.m. -6:00 p.m.. LIVONIA FALL NEWS 11 Greenr id Hist, -'ai , Located at 20501 Newburgh Road (South of Eight Mile). Call (248) 477-7375 for more information on any of the following: Historic Greenmead Tours Sundays 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m.(except holiday weekends)till the end of October and in ¢` December.Weekday group tours can be arranged by calling(248)477-7375. Admission: $3.00 Adult, $2.00 Children.Greenmead Gift Shop in now open Tuesday through Friday noon to 5:00 p.m.,as well as tour Sundays and most special events.Please come in and browse our unique selection of merchandise. Alexander Blue House is available for rental. Livonia Historical Society's Built in the mid nineteenth century,this vintage Flea Market house has been carefully adapted to provide Sunday,September 12, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. meeting space for a variety of business and Admission$2.00(children 12 and under free). social events. The Blue House offers Victorian Village Tours from 12:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. charm and a comfortable setting for small Food and refreshments available. For more meetings,conferences,workshops,private information,call(248)477-7375. All proceeds parties and receptions. Daytime weekday will benefit Greenmead Historical Park. rentals offer a great and affordable setting for Co-sponsored by the Livonia Historical Commission classes and seminars. The facility provides many modern amenities,including a catering Custom Car Show A Place at Catherine's Table kitchen and audiovisual equipment suitable for Sunday,September 19,noon until 6:00 p.m. Saturday,November 6 at 1:00 p.m.This power point and video presentations. For more Admission$6.00,Village tours from 1:00 p.m.- luncheon features a speaker and themed information,call Greenmead(248)426-7404. 4:00 p.m.Food and refreshment will be tables decorated by Greenmead volunteers available. For more information,call with cherished china,silver and crystal. Enjoy (248)477-7375. a delicious lunch,dessert and beverage. $30.00 per person. Tickets presale only. Saturday,December 4, 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. Halloween Walk Space is limited. Tour the Hill House at Greenmead and seven Friday,October 22,6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. "I private homes beautifully decorated for the Program is designed for families and features ���t� ellll� ''L Illltt °tG11117 Illltt ry f"'f �t Holidays. Cost: $9.00/advance; $10.00/day a creepy tour of village buildings,storytelling, Saturday,November 13 from 10:00 a.m.to of event. Tickets are available at Greenmead, crafts,music and refreshments.Cost: $5.00 per 3:00 p.m. The Alexander Blue House will all library locations,and the Community person. Tickets(pre-sale only and space is feature a variety of antiques and vintage items Resources Department at City Hall. For further limited)are available at the Greenmead Office. for sale just in time for your holiday gift giving. information,call(248)477-7375. All proceeds For more information,call(248)477-7375. Free admission. will benefit Greenmead Historical Park. October 9,2010 "Classic Pops" Sasha Burshtein, Pianist December 4,2010 All concerts begin at 4:00 p.m., Louis Schmidt Auditorium, Christmas Concert: Nutcracker Excerpts Clarenceville High School, 20155 Middlebelt Road, Livonia w/Bunny Sanford Dancers Tickets: $20 Adult, $18 Senior (60 and up), $5 Child/ January 23,2011 Student. Group tickets of 10 or more are $15 per ticket. "Winter Reverie"Aaron Berofsky, Violinist We offer in addition an AAA discount of$2 per ticket with card. We accept all major credit cards March 12,2011 Visa,Mastercard,Discover and American Express.Tickets are available at all Livonia Libraries, "March Winds" Nancy Ambrose King, Oboist Livonia Drugs,33525 Five Mile Road,Madonna University,Administration Building,or at the door on concert night. The Livonia Symphony has just launched a new website. People can order May 7,2011 tickets online through PayPal as well www.livoniasymphonyorg. For further information,leave a "Portraits of America"w/Picture Presentations message on the Symphony's Music Hot Line at(734)421.1111. 12 LIVONIA FALL NEWS In and Around Livonia ! Located at West Chicago & Middlebelt Roads. Sponsored by FRIENDS OF THE BARN www.wilsonbarn.com or email: wilsonbarn@me.com (734) 427-4311 Saturdays,August 28-October 9,8:00 a.m.- �, uiiiiiouiiiTeo uit irrii 3:00 p.m.Local vendors will offer a variety of All ages welcome. produce,plants,crafts etc.W.I.C.program is October 15-17,22-24,29 accepted by some vendors(734)261-3602 and 30.5:30-8:00 p.m. Admission$.50 (734)466-2410 Pumpkin II Halloween %i,afts Saturday,September 18,9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. for Children (734) 522-7559 Create your own Halloween craft.Saturday, Pumpkin Fest October 16. 12:00 p.m., 1:00 p.m.and P 2:00 p.m.Free for children ages 4-10. Open daily from October 2 -October 30, Classes limited.Registration is required 10:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.Pony and Hay Rides, and begins September 22.(734)466-2410. Pumpkins,Gourds,Straw Bales and Cornstalks. Clements Circle Civic Association On weekends,Fresh Apple Cider&Donuts, 12:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m.For more information on Christmas Carol Sing-Along activities and group outings(734)358-1733 Saturday,December 4.6:30 p.m.Santa, Thunderbird Car Show Pumpkin Fest Craft Show Hot chocolate,Essay contest Awards. Sunday,September 12, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. October 2,3,9, 10, 15-17,22-24,29,30 (734)466-2410 Admission Free 11:00 a.m.-8:00 p.m.For booth space (734) 525-8718 ■ Presented by the Livonia Arts Cornrnissio New artists are on exhibit every month in both the Fine Arts Gallery,located on the second floor of the Civic Center Library,and the Lobby of the City Hall. Guests will enjoy a wide variety of styles and media. Artists interested in exhibiting should contact Virginia Bosak at(734)432-5976 or Community Resources at(734) 466-2540. For the Month of September: Ron McQuitty,Photographer will display in the City Hall Lobby Livonia Arts Commissioners will display in the Fine Arts Gallery. For the Month of October: Livonia Camera Club will display in the City Hall Lobb Ray Kukurka will display Sci-Fi in the Fine Arts Gallery. For the Month of November: Michigan Quilt Artist will display in the City Hall Lobby. 13th Annual Fine Arts Exhibition will display mixed,medi in the Fine Arts Gallery. III Gallery Hours: Monday through Thursday:9:00 a.m.to 9:00 p.m. Friday and Saturday: 9:00 a.m.to 5:00 p.m. Sunday: 1:00 p.m.to 5:00 p.m. losed Sundays between Memorial Day and Labor Day wawwawwaw awwawwaww awwawwaww awwawwaww awwawwaww. nwawwawwawwawwa fi` The Livonia Arts Commission will once again be holding the Annual Fine Arts Exhibition in r�November. The postmark deadline for entries will be October 4,2010. For further information, please contact Chris in Community Resources at(734)466-2540. LIVONIA FALL NEWS 1 MENTAL HEALTH COUNSELING PROGRAM The City of Livonia Housing Commission provides financial assistance to When you are disposing of your income eligible Livonia residents to obtain professional mental health fall decorations, be sure to place counseling services. The financial assistance provided is as follows: the pumpkins in with your trash, • $400.00 in assistance per year, per eligible family/household not with the yard waste. The • $80.00 per counseling session (A minimal co-pay, based on income,will corn stalks, hay bales, and straw be required per visit) bales should be placed with the The City of Livonia has contracted with six(6) local service providers to make yard waste. available needed counseling services. Residents may contact the following providers for assistance: • Eastwood Clinics . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (734) 425-4070 The final collection of yard waste • John Farrar, Ed.D., LPC . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (248) 210-3556 for the year will be on your trash • Hegira Programs, Inc. . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (734) 744-0170 day the week of December 6, • Madonna University Psychological Services . . . . . . . . . . (734) 432-5493 2010.Yard waste should never • Jacque Martin-Downs,MA/MSW . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (800) 940-3808 be put out at the curb during the off season. Michigan • Quality Care Counseling . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . . (248) 888-0066 enacted a law in 1993 that makes For more information on the Mental Health Counseling Program, contact the it illegal to dispose of yard waste Housing Commission's Community Development Office at (734) 421-6450 in landfills. The City would risk ext. 102. ALL INFORMATION OBTAINED FROM RESIDENTS PARTICIPATING IN THE MENTAL HEALTH heavy fines if we were to collect COUNSELING PROGRAM SHALL BE CONFIDENTIAL. yard waste with the regular trash. Yard waste collection will resume in the spring. Parkx;wa:Re:rrsilr<�n 4drL 1 ,b N 1 Do you have a snow removal service removing snow for you I_ I ,� this winter? To avoid potential 'Where the FEs, problems with unreliable �:. businesses, call the City Clerk's GOLF Office at (734) 466-2228, to verify *AWN4IETICS *FARM - *�i FBF 41�1Y11'C 91MrA *ZMMAL KVLM S that they have a Livonia Snow e_,;,, ., ,,,.,, ,_, ,.w .k141l1.5t'r4-rsa4101 ,� ..k�;�Lirj.us Removal License prior to doing business with them. A comprehensive phone directory is provided below. City Cable-Livonia TV Fire/Emergency Inspection Recreation City Misc. City Hall (734)466-2540 911 Building Division Parks&Recreation Planning (734)466-2200 Cable Liaison Fire/Non-emergency (734)466-2580 (734)466-2410 (734)466-2290 Mayor's Office (734)466-2540 (734)466-2444 Sanitation/Ordinance Community Center Public Service (734)466-2201 Civic Park Senior Center Police/Emergency Enforcement (734)466-2900 (734)466-2655 Assessor (734)466-2555 911 (734)466-2588 Eddie Edgar Ice Arena Treasurer (734)466-2220 Youth Assistance Program Police/Non-emergency Library (734)427-1280 (734)466-2245 City Clerk (734)466-2670 (734)466-2470 Civic Center Fox Creek Golf Course Water and Sewer (734)466-2230 Youth Employment Housing (734)466-2491 (248)471-3400 (734)466-2650 City Council (734)466-2018 Silver Village Noble Branch Idyl Wyld Golf Course Zoning Board of Appeals (734)466-2251 Greenmead (734)421-6050 (734)421-6600 (734)464-6325 (734)466-2259 Civil Service (248)426-7404 McNamara Towers Sandburg Branch Whispering Willows Golf (734)466-2530 Court-16th District (248)477-7086 (248)893-4010 Course Community Development (734)466-2500 Brashear Towers Vestpocket Branch (248)476-4493 (734)421-6450 Economic Development (734)591-6622 (734)466-2559 Botsford Pool Community Resources (734)466-2293 Newburgh Village (248)476-9700 (734)466-2540 Engineering (734)591-5995 Clements Circle Pool Information&Complaint (734)466-2571 Housing Commission (734)421-9800 Center Water and Sewer Billing (734)261-0279 (734)466-2540 (734)466-2278 14 LIVONIA FALL NEWS .......................................................................... ......................................................................... .......................................................................... ........................................ SEPTEMBER 1:30 p.m.-2:00 p.m. 10:00 a.m.-1:00 P.M. 3 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Preschool Storytime begins* Fire Prevention Week Wednesday Movie Mania 1 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Civic Center Library Open House Noble Library Wednesday Movie Mania Fire Station#3 ry 7:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. 6 1:00 P.M. Noble Libra Family Storytime begins* 1:00 P.M. A Place at Catherine's Table* 4 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Civic Center Library PAWS for Reading:to Daisy* Greenmead Historical Park Farmers'Market Civic Center Library Wilson Barn 22 10 a.m.-10:30 a.m. 2:00 p.m. Fun For Ones begins* 4:00 p.m. Bibbidi Bobbidi Books* 6 Holiday-City Offices Closed Noble Library LSO"Classic Pops"Sasha Civic Center Library 7 10:00 a.m.- 11:30 p.m. 10:45 a.m.-11:15 a.m. Burshtein,Pianist 10 2:00 p.m. Drop-in Playclate Me Two's begins* Clarenceville High School Wednesday Afternoon @ the Sandburg Library Noble Library 13 2:00 p.m. Movies 8 2:00 p.m. 23 9:30 a.m.-10:00 a.m. Wednesday Afternoon @ the Civic Center Library Wednesday Afternoon @ the Toddler Storytime begins* Movies 11 Holiday-City Office Closed Movies Civic Center Library Civic Center Library 12 7:00 p.m. Civic Center Library 11:00 a.m. 15 5:30 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Rising Stars Youtheatre* 11 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Pre-School Storytime Pumpkin Fest Haunted Barn Civic Center Library Farmers'Market Sandburg Library begins weekends* Wilson Barn Wilson Barn 13 1:00 p.m. 10:15 a.m.-10:45 a.m. PAWS for Reading:to Daisy* 12 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Toddler Storytime begins* 16 12:00 p.m. Civic Center Library Thunderbird Car Show Civic Center Library Pumpkin Fest Halloween Crafts- Wilson Barn kids* 10:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 24 1:30 p.m Wilson Barn Treasures from Grandma's Attic 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. Book Discussion Groups-Fridays Greenmead Historical Park Livonia Historical Society's Flea Noble Library 1:00 P.M. Market Pumpkin Fest Halloween Crafts- 11:00 a.m.-12:00 p.m. Greenmead Historical Village 25 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. kids* Lego Club* Farmers'Market Wilson Barn Sandburg Library 13 Storytime Registration begins Wilson Barn 1:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. 2:00 p.m. 6:00 p.m.-7:45 p.m. 1:00 P.M. Game Day Rising Stars Youtheatre* College Planning&Strategies Percy Jackson and the Civic Center Library Civic Center Library Noble Library Last Olympians* 2:00 p.m. 14 2:00 p.m. 14 10:00 a.m.- 11:30 p.m. Civic Center Library Pumpkin Fest Halloween Crafts- "Oregon Trail"by Friends of Drop-in Playclate 30 7:00 p.m. kids* Library Sandburg Library Your Autistic Child and the I.E.P. Wilson Barn Civic Center Auditorium 16 12:15 p.m.-1:00 p.m. Sandburg Library 2:00 p.m. 15 6:30 p.m. Noontime Concert Saturday Cinema Film Movement Series Civic Center Library Civic Center Library Civic Center Library 18 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 17 2:00 p.m. 18 12:15 p.m.-1:00 p.m. Farmers'Market 1 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. "Creatures"presented by Noontime Concert Wilson Barn Used Book Sale Civic Center Library Friends of Library Civic Center Library 9:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Civic Center Auditorium 20 2:00 p.m. Lon gaberger Basket Show 2 8:00 a.m.-12 noon 18 6:30 p.m. Saturday Cinema Wilson Barn Paper Shredding&Tire Recycling Morning Film Movement Series Civic Center Library 2:00 p.m. Livonia DPW Yard Civic Center Library 23 2:00 p.m. Saturday Cinema21 12:1m.-1m. Wonder Pets Party* Civic Center Library 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. 5 p. :00 p. Farmers'Market Noontime Concert Civic Center Library 2:00 p.m.-3:00 p.m. Wilson Barn Civic Center Library 25 Holiday-City Offices Closed Free Airbrush Tattooing for Teens 22 1:30 p.m Sandburg Library 9:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 26 Holiday-City Offices Closed Used Book Sale Book Discussion Groups-Fridays 19 12:00 p.m.-6:00 p.m. Noble Library 27 2:30 p.m. Custom Car Show Civic Center Library Fall Magic Greenmead Historical Village 10:00 a.m.-8:00 P.M. 6:00 p.m.-8:00 p.m. Civic Center Library Pumpkin Fest-begins daily Halloween Walk* 20 9:30 a.m.-9:50 a.m. Wilson Barn Greenmead Historical Park Baby Storytime* DECEMBER Civic Center Library 11:00 a.m.-8:00 P.M. 23 11:00 a.m. Pumpkin Fest Craft Show begins Lets Lego* 4 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. 10:30 a.m.- 10:50 a.m. weekends Civic Center Library Friends of Greenmead Christmas Baby Storytime* Wilson Barn 27 6:00 p.m. Walk* Civic Center Library 2:00 p.m. Creepy Campfire Tales:for Greenmead Historical Village 1:30 p.m.-2:00 p.m. Balloon Animals* Performers 4:00 p.m. 3-4-5 Storytime begins* Civic Center Library Civic Center Library LSO Christmas Concert- Noble Library 3 1:00 p.m.-5:00 p.m. 7:00 p.m. Nutcracker 6:30 p.m. Used Book Sale Creepy Campfire Tales:for Non- Clarenceville High School Film Movement SeriesCivic Center Library Performers* 6:30 p.m. Civic Center Library Civic Center Library Christmas Carol Sing-Along 6 2:00 p.m.-4:00 p.m. Wilson Barn 21 10:15 a.m. Wednesday Movie Mania Toddler Storytime begins Noble Library 7 7:00 p.m. Sandburg Library Tree Lighting Ceremony 7:00 p.m. 1 Scavenger Hunt begins City Hall and Civic Center Library 10:30 a.m.- 11:00 a.m. Ghost Hunting Noble Library Preschool Storytime begins* Civic Center Library *Indicates re-re required. Civic Center Library 2 6:00 p.m.-7:30 p.m. Please see articles. 11:00 P.M. 9 8:00 a.m.-3:00 p.m. Drop in Video Game Free Play for In accordance with the American with Farmers'Market Teens Disabilities Act,the City of Livonia,upon Toddler Plus Storytime Wilson Barn Sandburg Library d Sandburg Library aequate notice,will make reasonable accommodations for persons with special needs. LIVONIA FALL NEWS 15 BRUSH & BRANCH COLLECTION F� i i ,1!1LC1i:*-7- ENDING FOR THE SEASON IN OCTOBER =' I As we approach election day on • - •- 2010, campaign Unbundled brush and branch pickup service will be signs will become • - We would like to remindeveryone ending - - ending on the last week of October prior to the Bulk that NO signs are allowed in the right of way. The maximum Leaf Pickup Program. Brush and branches will still sized sign is sixteen - feet and . maximum of two (2) be collected on the weekly trash collection day signs for any one candidate or - • - allowed •- -. Please provided -• - provided that the material is cut up and placed in remember to exercise . - yard waste cans or in paper compost bags. Branches may also be disposed of on trash pickup HOLIDAY TRAS day if they are tied into bundles less than four feet in length and weigh less than fifty pounds. Up to five PICK-UP SCHEDULE bundles may be placed out each week. Weekly yard waste collection service in cans or bags will continue • • • • • • • • on your regular trash collection day through the No CollectionMonday, No CollectionThursday, second week of December. September • 2010. November2010. Limited pickup of unbundled brush and branches P Monday •• - Monday thru Wednesday, will resume on a new, call-in request basis onlx will •- delayed - day. regular - • beginning April 4, 2011. (Should Livonia experienceColumbus Thursday •• routes an ice storm or other storm damage during the •- delayed on- day. winter months, November through March, Monday, October 1 1 unbundled branch pickup will be performed on an '" Trash will be collectedChristmas • • • emergency basis for storm damage cleanup only.) regular schedule. Christmas Day... �I Information regarding the resumption of brush and Veterans Day... Trash will •- collected on branch collection service will be available in the regular -• 2011 Spring Newsletter. For questions regarding •• • • 1 1 yard waste collection services contact Public Serviceill '- collected at (734) 466-2655. -• -• Jack E. Kirksey, Mayor CITY COUNCIL .4 Conrad P. John R. Brian James C. Joe Laura M. Maureen Miller Schwartz Pastor Meakin McCann Laura Toy Brosnan President Vice President Terry A.Marecki, City Clerk Dennis Wright,Treasurer JUDGES, 16TH DISTRICT COURT: Sean P. Kavanagh Kathleen J.McCann Published by the Department of Community Resources City Hall Phone: (734) 466-2200 Website: www.d.livonia.mi.us 111 CIVIC CENTER DRIVE PRSRT STD LIVONIA, POSTAGE PAID LivoniaPERMIT#54 ..