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The Tazian Family — Vatche Tazian, Kegham Tazian, Vahe Tazian and Taline Linovitz — attend the 28th annual Birmingham Bloomfield Cultural Arts Awards.

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‘We have always wanted to acquire more park land in the northeast part of the township’ WB PARKS COMMISSION TAKES OVER FORMER BHS SCHOOL PROPERTY

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BLOOMFIELD HILLS — People who have been hoping for more green space in the northeast part of West Bloomfield Township have something to be excited about, as the West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation Commission has taken over

operation of the former Pine Lake Elementary School property, located at 3333 W. Long Lake Road.

The property is owned by Bloomfield Hills Schools.

The parks commission and the Bloomfield Hills Schools Board of Education recently entered into a 20-year lease agreement, with the agreement calling for the property to be mainSee PROPERTY on page 16A

Special Lifetime Achievement Award goes to artist Kegham Tazian

BY MARY GENSON mgenson@candgnews.com

BIRMINGHAM/BLOOMFIELD — The first pieces of formal art that Kegham Tazian encountered were in Italy when he was 22 years old.

Tazian was born in Turkey to Armenian parents in 1938. His family soon relocated to a refugee settlement in Lebanon. During this time, Tazian did not have access to any art in his home or See TAZIAN on page 24A

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BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — An 18-year-old man has been accused of a summer crime spree targeting multiple cars and homes in Bloomfield Township and Troy.

Jaden Platinum Dantzler was arraigned Oct. 10 in 48th District Court on a nine-count arrest warrant. He is charged with two counts of home invasion, third degree; two counts of larceny greater than $1,000, but less than $20,000; two counts of larceny-receive and conceal stolen property greater than $1,000, but less than $20,000; one count of fraudulent use of financial transaction device; and two counts of larceny $200 or more, but less than $1,000.

Officer Nick Soley of the Bloomfield Township police said the crimes took place in June.

On June 13, police were dispatched to the 2000 block of Meadowood Lane after a resident reDantzler ported that two purses were stolen from a Porsche, and a briefcase and laptop were stolen from a BMW. The same day, police were called to the 1800 block of Long Lake Shores Drive after a suspect drove a Rolls-Royce that had been parked in the attached garage down the street. The Rolls Royce was discovered running in the street and had been rummaged through, according to police.

Also that day, officers were dispatched to the 1900 block of Long Lake Shores Drive after a resident reported that her Cadillac Escalade was “ransacked” and a gym bag containing two pairs of Apple AirPods, clothes, cosmetics and $50 was stolen.

Between June 14 and 16, police took two more reports of larceny from automobiles, one in the 400 block of South Evansdale and anSee DANTZLER on page 14A

The Halloween Hoot Trails returns for an even bigger year

BY MARY GENSON mgenson@candgnews.com

BEVERLY HILLS — The 27th annual Halloween Hoot will take place 6-8 p.m Saturday, Oct. 28 in Beverly Hills, and the community is invited to dress up in costumes and trick or treat along the Halloween Hoot trail in Beverly Park, 18801 Beverly Road. Due to the support from sponsors, this event is free and open to the public.

This event is run by the Village of Beverly Hills Parks and Recreation Department. Kids must be accompanied by an adult and are encouraged to bring a flashlight and a bag or a container for candy and treats.

“I first got involved the very first year from my subdivision and then for a while I was taking my children,” organizer Janice Hausman said.

“Then the parks and rec board actually took over, but before that it was just a group of community women that had started it, and we supported them, but they did most of the planning.”

In 2021, this event was modified from tradition due to the pandemic, and they have decided to stick to these modifications. However, the trail has expanded both last year and this year with more treat stations for kids to stop at.

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Rushie Denise Shar was arraigned Oct. 13 in 48th District Court on one count of robbery. She was given a $75,000 cash bond and was lodged at the Oakland County Jail.

The incident was reported at approximately 12:15 p.m. Oct. 12, when the Bloomfield Township Police Department was dispatched to the Comerica Bank at 43332 Woodward Ave. for a reported robbery.

Employees told police a woman entered the bank and passed the teller a note stating she was robbing the bank — demanding money “with no dye.”

The teller handed over some cash, and the suspect left the bank on foot.

Bloomfield Township police quickly located the suspect, took her into custody and recovered the money. The FBI also responded to the scene.

Shar A probable cause conference was scheduled for Oct. 24, which was after press time. Shar did not have an attorney on file at press time.

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SPORTS FAR LEFT: Bloomfield Hills Marian junior outside hitter Izzy Busignani makes a play on the ball during a practice Oct. 19 at Marian High School.

NEAR LEFT: Bloomfield Hills Marian sophomore Jayla Zayti hits the ball during a practice Oct. 19 at Marian High School.

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BLOOMFIELD HILLS — There are new names and faces, but the same championship mentality for Bloomfield Hills Marian volleyball in 2023.

Earning three consecutive Michigan High School Athletic Association Division 1 State Championships, Marian’s success has been a product of not only its culture, but the talented senior classes the program has seen depart over the past few years, which included 2022 Michigan Volleyball Player

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But like any dynasty, there’s a year where the veterans move on and it’s up to the young guns to step up when the team is most vulnerable, and the young Mustangs are staking their claim this season towards another state title.

“We’re right there with everyone, and I believe with how young our team is and having that complete roster turnover,” Marian coach Mayssa Cook said. “These kids haven’t played together; they’re playing together against some of the

best in the state, and there’s that pressure of defending three state titles that I think, at moments, they felt that pressure of, ‘Are we living up to the Marian reputation and the Marian legacy?’ I just have to remind them that it’s a new team and that there’s nothing to prove other than being the best team they can be.”

Led by returning first team all-State and junior outside hitter, Izzy Busignani, Marian’s young starting core of freshmen Calli LeFevre (outside hitter) and Sophia Smith (opposite hitter), and sophomores Allie Davison (setter) and Jayla See VOLLEYBALL on page 12A

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Dance company director receives 2023 Birmingham Bloomfield Cultural Arts Award BIRMINGHAM/BLOOMFIELD — Stephanie Pizzo, a founding member of the Eisenhower Dance Company, is the recipient of the 2023 Birmingham Bloomfield Cultural Arts Award.

When Laurie Eisenhower started Eisenhower Dance Company, a nonprofit organization, 33 years ago, Pizzo was one of the original company members. At the time, she was the youngest member. It was Pizzo’s first job, as she was just graduating from college.

Pizzo grew up in the suburbs, where she started dancing as a child. In high school she danced for a pre-professional company before earning her degree in dance at Oakland University. She met Eisenhower while she was studying at Oakland University.

While beginning as a young company member, she was able to move up the ladder within Eisenhower Dance Company as time went on. She held several positions, including resident choreographer, associate artistic director and co-artistic director. After about 26 years, Laurie retired and passed the company onto Pizzo. This is Pizzo’s seventh season as artistic director.

“What I learned the most about myself when I stepped into the position as a leadership role was community, and I really wanted to have a stronger presence in our community and have a stronger relationship with our community,” Pizzo said. “That is something we have really focused on in the last six years.”

Last January, a new state-of-the-art dance complex funded by the Strum Allesee Family Foundation opened in Bloomfield Hills under Pizzo’s leadership.

Pizzo has been applauded for her community outreach and her work with schools of all socio-economic groups.

“We are thankful that we have had the opportunity to work with the Max M. & Marjorie S. Fisher Foundation and the Abrams Foundation that have provided us resources so that we can offer outreach to the

children that are in need that might not have the resources to dance,” Pizzo said.

Twice a week they are offering free dance classes for the kids at Durfee Elementary-Middle School. They are also helping students with homework.

“We’re in our second year, and it’s been very successful. The kids have really enjoyed it,” Pizzo said.

Pizzo said it is rewarding to see a student spark an interest in dance from her classes, especially when they go on to pursue dance afterwards. She said she believes there is value in “giving support and developing the human as a whole.”

“I just really find that it’s really important to me to keep educating our youth and giving them an outlet, with all the stress and everything that’s going on with them these days,” Pizzo said.

Pizzo said she is honored to be the recipient of the 2023 Birmingham Bloomfield Cultural Arts Award. She credits her whole team’s hard work toward helping support the mission of the organization.

“We had no idea what an impact Stephanie had had internationally on the world of modern dance nor the effects she had in the community from the stuff she does in Detroit with children,” Marcy Heller Fisher, the co-chair of the 2023 Birmingham Bloomfield Cultural Arts Awards, said. “Everybody was overwhelmed by her presence and her commitment. … She was just a phenomenal honoree.”

Pizzo was honored at the 28th annual Birmingham Bloomfield Cultural Arts Awards at the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center Oct. 13.

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Bionic Black Hawks prepare for competition BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Talented girls in STEM classes from Oakland County and beyond will participate in the Bloomfield Girls Robotics Competition, hosted by the Bionic Black Hawks, Nov. 4.

Thirty-two teams will attend this competition at Bloomfield Hills High School, 4200 Andover Road, beginning at 8:45 a.m.

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Village Players present ‘Jersey Boys the Musical’ BIRMINGHAM — The Birmingham Village Players will present “Jersey Boys the Musical” Oct. 27-Nov. 12 with the support of Ameritax Plus of Berkley, the “Red Carpet Sponsor of the Year.” “‘Jersey Boys the Musical’ should appear to be seamless to audiences. A fast-moving show that simply never stops,” said director John Luther in a press release. “Getting it to look like that is anything but easy! The cast moves all of the furniture on and off stage to create the ‘space’ in which a scene takes place: a living room, various nightclubs, ‘The Ed Sullivan Show,’ ‘American Bandstand,’ an apartment, a bar, etc. For this reason, set moves are incorporated into the actors’ blocking from day one.”

Birmingham Village Players performances are at 8 p.m. Oct. 27-28 and Nov. 3-4 and 10-11, and at 2 p.m. Oct. 29 and Nov. 5 and 12.

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Visitors of all ages are invited to this event hosted by the Birmingham Shopping District. More information can be found at allinbirming ham.com.

GREEN BUCKET RUN RETURNS FOR ANOTHER YEAR

BLOOMFIELD HILLS — Kirk in the Hills’ sixth annual 5K Green Bucket Run for Accent Pontiac will take place 9 a.m. Saturday, Nov. 4 at 1340 Long Lake Road, Bloomfield Hills. The course will take participants through a beautiful autumn tour, using paved roads.

Online registration for the run ends at 11:59 p.m. Tuesday, Oct. 31.

After that, runners can go to any of the packet pickup times, including the morning of the race, for walk-in registration. More information can be found at runsignup.com/Race/MI/BloomfieldHills/KirkGreenBuck etRun. Last year’s run had over 130 participants of all ages. There were also a lot of volunteers, sponsors and family in attendance. Proceeds go towards music education for Pontiac youth at Accent Pontiac.

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Zayti (middle blocker) have silenced any talks of Marian being underdogs this season.

Currently 39-7 this year and Catholic High School League Bishop champions for the fourth consecutive season, it’s safe to say the pressure of being three-time defending state champions has worn off.

“I think there was a little bit of pressure coming into the season, and I was a little nervous, but so far that pressure and people wanting to beat you has pushed me as a player and made me stronger,” LeFevre said.

Marian doubled down on its league title with one of its most impressive performances this season two days later, as the Mustangs went 7-0 at the Beast of the East Tournament against a field of 32 teams, 14 of which were ranked or honorable mentions, according to the Michigan Interscholastic Volleyball Coaches Association.

En route to its tournament win Oct. 14 at Michigan Elite in Pontiac, Marian knocked off Frankenmuth (No. 8 D2), Farmington Hills Mercy (HM D1), Jenison (No. 7 D1), and North Branch (No. 1 D2).

Busignani was lethal at the Beast of the East tournament, recording 13 kills in the championship match against Jenison, while Davison added 24 assists in the win.

As the lone returning starter from last year’s squad, Busignani understood she needed to step up in the leadership category, so Busignani reached out to some of the best leaders she knew — her former senior mentors.

“I got to not only watch them and see what they do and how they do it, but I got to talk to them during this season,” Busignani said. “Last year with Ava Brizard, she was one of the biggest mentors for me that I could always look to and talk to. I still have them in my corner, and they’re just help-

ing with what I should do next, or when I had a question about how much leadership or what are things I could tell the team to help motivate them and things like that. I’ve called Ava Brizard and asked Ella Schomer things and Ava Sarafa. They’re still helping even when they’re gone. If I have a question, they’re always there to answer it.”

Alongside Busignani, senior team captain Dani Mertz has progressed both on the court and in her leadership role for Marian this season.

While Busignani and Mertz’s role this season for Marian on the court has been effective, they, along with senior team captain Maggie Scott, have been vital in helping Marian’s underclassmen transition to varsity volleyball. Junior libero Maria Odeesh has also been a consistent contributor both on the court and as a leader.

“I’ve been really blessed and grateful for the experience I’ve had so far, and all the welcoming upperclassmen have made it a pretty easy transition,” LeFevre said. “I think it’s really like a sisterhood. I feel like they accept everyone and treat everyone with such kindness that it’s easy to feel welcomed.”

So, what is the Marian way and how does Marian continue to transition their players so effectively?

It starts with the culture, and a Marian culture that’s predicated on family, academics, respect and perseverance has built a formula that allows its students and athletes to thrive, especially with a coach like Cook.

“In all honesty, I think it’s a discipline thing,” Busignani said. “Mayssa knows how good we can be and the things that we’re capable of, so she’s constantly holding you to a high standard in practice and as a person.

Our program in general keeps a focus on not only being a good player but keeping a focus in school and being a good person outside of those things. You always represent Marian and Marian volleyball.”

Senior Dani Mertz hits the ball during a practice Oct. 19 at Marian High School.

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Cook prioritizes the mental aspect of the game, promoting team yoga and NeuroFuel, an application that offers daily mental strength exercises and routines.

“She’s interested in both our mental side and physical side,” Mertz said. “She wants us giving good reps and getting good that way, but she also takes the time to care about our mental side.”

Both physically and mentally ready for districts, Marian will start its road to defend-

ing its championship territory when the Mustangs face Birmingham Seaholm Oct. 30 at Marian High School.

While young and still finding their footing as a team, Davison said, the team all has one goal in mind heading into the state tournament. ”I think the whole team knows we have a job to do, and we have been working super hard in practice to keep up the Marian legacy,” Davison said.

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master’s degrees both in education and in chemistry at Oakland University.

Lupone has been with Bloomfield Hills Schools all 23 years of her career in education. She began her career as a chemistry teacher at Lahser High School.

“I think our staff is absolutely amazing,” Lupone said. “The students and the community have been so wonderful and welcoming to me throughout my entire career. You know, it’s just been a wonderful place to work.”

About five years ago she moved into administration.

“I wanted to challenge myself to do something new and something different, and I wanted to see how maybe I could affect the student body and the community in a different way,” Lupone said.

One of Lupone’s values as an administrator is collaborative leadership.

“Collaborative leadership to me means I’m not just making decisions on my own, but I’m gathering input from a bunch of different stakeholders, like the students, the staff, the community and other administra-

tive colleagues,” Lupone said.

One way in which BHHS demonstrates this is through the Student Senate, which was started a few years ago.

“The whole idea of our Student Senate was to gather student voices,” Lupone said.

Students from different leadership groups gather to discuss what is going on in the building and discuss opportunities to support one another.

Lupone said she also values “building a positive climate and culture in the building” and “being an open door and someone who the students can come to.”

“The first thing that comes to mind when I think of Jessica, it’s the relationships that she has built with staff, students and the community that are positive and supportive, and those are the relationships that we need to be successful in our work in order to keep our building moving forward in a positive direction,” Principle Daniel Hartley said.

Hartley is new to the school, as he recently began his role as principal.

“She has been instrumental in supporting me transitioning into my new role as well,” Hartley said. “I’ve been very appreciative of her over these last couple of months.”

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Dantzler then reportedly stole a Ford Explorer from another resident in Troy and left the area in the stolen vehicle, police said.

Members of the Troy Special Investigations Unit located the stolen Ford Explorer in Detroit and arrested the driver, who was identified as Dantzler.

During a search of Dantzler, Troy police located a wallet that contained several pieces of identification belonging to one of Bloom-

field Township’s victims.

During a forensic search, police said, digital evidence was discovered showing Dantzler to be responsible for the larcenies from vehicles, home invasions and attempted motor vehicle thefts on Long Lake Shores Dr. The digital evidence included pictures of Dantzler inside of the Rolls Royce and several saved locations along Long Lake Shores Drive. Police said the dates and times recorded were all consistent with the dates and times of the crimes committed in Bloomfield Township.

“The Bloomfield Township Police Department is grateful for our relationship with our surrounding departments, and we thank the Troy Police Department and members of the Troy Special Investigations Unit for their hard work in this case,” Soley said in a statement.

Dantzler was given a $75,000 cash bond and lodged at the Oakland County Jail. He did not have an attorney on file at press time.

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tained and improved by the commission.

Bloomfield Hills Schools will maintain ownership of the roughly 20-acre property.

There was a dedication for what is now called Pine Lake Park Oct. 11.

“We are in the park business, and we love bringing green space, trails and conserving land for our residents, and we have always wanted to acquire more parkland in the northeast part of the township,” said commission Executive Director Kelly Hyer.

“There’s not a lot of green space on the east side, so when the Bloomfield Hills Schools district took down Pine Lake Elementary in 2017, we let them know we were interested in maybe a partnership or talking about that land. Fast forward to now, because of some conversations continually happening behind the scenes and them not forgetting about us, and they took time to do a lot of family engagement and resident engagement on that side of town, they ended up putting together (a) neighborhood task force when they were looking at some kind of bond initiative. …

It was apparent to them that keeping Pine Lake was important – keeping the land over in that area of town was important to the school district.”

According to Keith McDonald, who is the assistant superintendent of human resources for Bloomfield Hills Schools, maintaining ownership was a stipulation for the district.

“We came to a mutually beneficial agreement with WB Parks who could utilize the space to create a park for our community, while BHS would still maintain ownership of the land in event that we need it for future growth in the district,” McDonald stated via email. “As part of our bond process and long term planning, the decision was made to retain all properties that no longer hosted schools for future sites if the district needed them. Should the district decide to sell the land, part of the collaboration affords WB Parks and Rec to purchase the land first.”

McDonald elaborated on what helped Bloomfield Hills Schools decide that leasing to the township was a viable solution.

“We wanted to support the community with additional park space rather than leave the land vacant,” he stated. “This is an opportunity for our community to have a wonderful place to play and build community, while still allowing the district to own the land should it be needed for future growth.

We value our partnership with West Bloomfield Parks and Recreation and wanted to

collaborate on ways we could improve recreational opportunities for the communities we collectively serve. This partnership allows us to do just that, while improving the site.”

Hyer shared her rationale for the length of the lease agreement.

“That 20 years was picked because pretty much, on average, (that’s) a useful life of any kind of recreation amenity that you would put in there,” she said. “So, whether we’re putting in trails, playgrounds, or maybe we’re looking at basketball courts or maybe a picnic shelter down the road – 20 years, everyone was comfortable on both sides. So what that means is we’re gonna take over that space and it is gonna take us three to five years to make it truly a park.”

The commission now has 14 parks that it operates, with Marshbank and Drake Sports Park being two of the more popular ones among residents.

“This piece of property’s roughly 20 acres, so it’s not going to be huge like those two different parks, but what they can expect is some really nice amenities in the next five years,” Hyer said.

The commission intends to have public engagement so that people who live in the vicinity of the park can voice their opinions as to what kind of amenities they would like to see there.

Hyer already has some ideas of what people might want.

“People want walking trails, so we’re looking at putting a perimeter walking trail over there,” she said. “Pickleball and basketball (are) two other amenities that people have asked about, so we’ll do some research on those amenities. We’re working with a park planner, so all of this is going to be done with a consultant, with a plan in place.

So we’re making sure we get the public engagement right, and that we do our research before we start spending money over there.”

The park is expected to cost approximately $40,000 to maintain on an annual basis, and at least $520,000 over the next three to five years.

According to Hyer, the money will come from millages that are currently in place.

“West Bloomfield Parks is funded by four different millages, so while some public parks and recreation departments, they do come from the general funds, we’re unique in West Bloomfield; we’re funded through millages,” she said. “So the taxpayers pay separately for our services in West Bloomfield.”

Fixing tennis courts that are on the property, reinstalling a playground, and maintaining a baseball field are among the

plans for the park.

“We are going to do a master plan for that park and public engagement, just to make sure we’re getting these amenities right,” Hyer said. “And that’s why we’re splitting it up (for) the next three to five years, because we know it takes time. All good things take some planning and some time.”

Hyer said that residents can expect to see general maintenance done at the park.

The park’s hours are 8 a.m.-sunset.

From her perspective, the addition of the park is in line with what residents want.

“We’ve heard from the residents on the east side that they want a space, green space, that’s closer to their homes, and we responded,” Hyer said. “So, thanks to Bloomfield Hills Schools; we couldn’t do it without their

vision and leadership, having those conversations, and willing to do this partnership with us. We’re very grateful.”

McDonald shared a similar sentiment.

“We would like to thank our community members who participated in the Pine Lake Task Force and/or engaged in the community survey sharing what amenities they would like on the site,” he stated. “We could not have entered into the agreement without the support of West Bloomfield Parks & Recreation, the Board of Directors and the Bloomfield Hills Schools Board of Education. It was truly a coming together of all stakeholders for the benefit of the community.”

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METRO DETROIT — As the holidays are approaching many places are looking for extra help, particularly from seniors.

Places such as Meadow Brook and the Detroit Institute of Arts are in need of volunteers to fill a vast array of positions this holiday season and beyond.

Meadow Brook estate, in Rochester Hills, has an active and robust volunteer program, according to Katie Higgins, Meadow Brook marketing and communications manager. The volunteer cohort at Meadow Brook consists of around 300 people who volunteer their time to help make things happen at the estate.

According to Connor Newton, who oversees the volunteer program at Meadow Brook, volunteers at the estate range in age from high school students to senior citizens, with the majority of their volunteers being of senior stature.

“The bulk of our cohort are senior citizens, and the opportunities are really quite ranging,” said New-

ton. “I have a series of volunteer opportunities from the gardens into the house that really engages with many different areas of interests and proficiencies.”

Volunteer positions at Meadow Brook include gardeners, who maintain the various gardens throughout the property. The Garden Club meets on Tuesdays during the garden season. Newton said every Tuesday, approximately 16 members of the club come out to maintain the gardens on the grounds.

There are also naturalists who volunteer to fight the invasive plants in the woodlands, Newton said.

There are also squires, a group that is made up predominantly of men. The squires help with various maintenance tasks throughout the property, such as untangling and hanging Christmas lights, and painting doors. Volunteers with an interest in curating are able to get involved by assisting Meadow Brook curators with special projects. Curatorial volunteers help with the staging of exhibits, and assist the curator with moving of sensitive artifacts and fragile furniture. Curatorial volunteers receive special training to be able to handle historical artifacts. The estate also

ABOVE: Volunteers Marilyn Auberle and Patsy Ramsay decorate a Christmas tree at Meadow Brook.

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Adding to its uniqueness, the community occupies the historic town hall that was built in 1923.

“We just celebrated our hundredth anniversary last week,” said executive director Jordan Houston, noting that historical elements are woven into the community’s present-day function. “We have several special features that allow residents to immerse themselves in history, notably our dining room that previously served as a courtroom,” he added.

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“We also offer robust activity programming that encourages residents to lead activities and participate in various outings,” Houston added.

“This goes beyond strictly having fun and focuses on the whole person and the betterment of the overall community. Each resident’s well-being is at the forefront of everything we do, and families are involved in all major decisions.”

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METRO DETROIT — While home and apartment rental prices nationally are seeing modest increases over the last year, prices in the metro Detroit area are seeing much higher price spikes in 2023.

Abe Cadoura, a Realtor at Century 21’s Curran & Oberski office in Royal Oak, said that in the metro Detroit area, it’s an incredibly challenging time to find good rental prices.

“In the metro Detroit area, rent is the highest it’s ever been,” he said. “For whatever reason, whether it is job security or maybe someone being employed for a short-term period, it seems that rentals are in high demand. In some cases, a rent payment might exceed a mortgage payment in that community.”

He said that job security concerns and recent upheavals in some Detroit-area job markets might be causing people to be more cautious about planning their living arrangements.

“It appears that job security is a big driving force,” Cadoura said. “People don’t want to get locked into a 30-year mortgage. The UAW strike, for instance, might be getting people to put home shopping on hold or rethink future plans.”

He said that home prices are several hundred dollars more a month than in 2022.

“Rentals right now in the Royal Oak and Birmingham area are going anywhere from $2,200 to $4,400 per month for a 12-month lease period,” Cadoura said. “We’re seeing about a $500 or $600 increase over last year. This is about average, perhaps slightly higher than average increases in the

average prices. Of course, this depends on the size of the home. … We’re seeing prices of about $1,500 to $1,600 a month in the Dearborn area. We’re seeing prices of about $1,700 to $2,200 a month in the Livonia area.”

He said that while his office doesn’t usually deal with apartment rentals directly, apartment rental prices are seeing the same hike as rental homes.

“Apartments don’t like dealing with Realtors.

We might direct people to who they should be contacting or answering questions if they are looking for apartments,” Cadoura said. “Apartments are anywhere from $2,500 to $3,500 a month for a 12-month lease period in the Royal Oak and Birmingham area.”

Realtor.com found that the national rental market experienced single-digit growth for the ninth month in a row after 15 months of slowing heading into the summer, noting that median rent across the top 50 metro areas in the country was up just 0.3% year over year, the lowest growth rate since the onset of the pandemic. The median asking rent was $1,734 per month.

“In April, we continued to see rising rent prices and a moderating growth rate. This is promising news for renters, suggesting that the pandemic peaks are behind us, and that the challenging affordability picture may begin to improve,” Realtor. com Chief Economist Danielle Hale said in a press release. “We’ve seen record-high new construction occurring in the multi-family space, which is creating more units, helping to reduce competition and in turn helping to ease prices.”

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While national trends show modest increases in rental prices, Detroit Realtors are reporting high increases in prices since last year.

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Both houses and apartments are seeing significant rent increases in the last year around metro Detroit.

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in the number of, like, 3,000 attendees last year. The weather last year was incredible,” Matt Goodrich, the chair of the Parks and Recreation Board, said. “As of right now, you know, it depends on the weather, but we are planning on another banner year with 30plus treat stations.”

This event will take place rain or shine.

Treat stations along the Halloween

Hoot trail are run by different neighborhood groups and different local businesses.

“We’re very thrilled with people that want to participate in this event, “ Hausman said.

Each station picks a theme — such as pirates, Star Wars, Harry Potter — and they do different things to decorate. Some stations even choose to have music and lights.

As they walk along the trail, kids stop at each station and collect the candy or treats before moving on to the next.

Some stations stick to the same theme

every year, while others choose to change it up from year to year.

“They love the huge amounts of candy that they’re gonna walk away with,” Goodrich said.

This event has a huge community focus

as kids and parents gather to enjoy the event and see classmates and neighbors in their costumes.

“Come early, pack your patience, pack your passion and your enthusiasm, because it’s gonna be a blast,” Goodrich said.

VILLAGE OF BINGHAM FARMS SUMMARY OF ORDINANCE NUMBER 271 Notice of Adoption of Ordinance Number 271. On September 18, 2023 the Village of Bingham Farms Village Council adopted Ordinance Number 271, which Ordinance added to the Village of Bingham Farms Village Code of Ordinances, Chapter 54, entitled “Village of Bingham Farms Small Cell Ordinance.” This Ordinance provides for the regulation of small cell wireless facilities, wireless support structures, and utility poles in the public right of way, regulates rates and fees concerning wireless facilities, wireless support structures, communications service provider pole attachments, provides for collocation of wireless facilities and of communications service provider pole attachments and provides for charges for electricity to operate small cell wireless facilities.

A full copy of Ordinance Number 271 is on file in the Clerk’s Office at 24255 Thirteen Mile Road, Suite 190, Bingham Farms, Michigan 48028 for public review and inspection.

A summary of Ordinance Number 271, by Section title (subject) is as follows: Section 1. Chapter 54, Small Cell Regulation, of the Village Code of Ordinances shall be known as the “Village of Bingham Farms Small Cell Ordinance.”

Section 2. Section 54.01 Definitions.

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Section 5. Section 54.04 General Design and Location Requirements.

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Section 7. Section 54.06 Design and Location Requirements for Deployments Requiring New Utility Poles or Wireless Support Structures.

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are still high Realtor.com stated that one major factor contributing to lower rent prices is a significant increase in multi-family construction. This has helped the vacancy rate reach its highest level in two years, at 6.4% in the first quarter of 2023. They said that as more new rental properties are added to the market, the vacancy rate could inch back toward the norms seen in 2013-2019, which were about 7.2%, and would improve affordability for renters. Despite more available rentals and slowing rent growth, average rent still costs $348 more than it would have at this time in 2019.

Cadoura advised those looking to rent to keep a close eye on the market and said it was prudent to focus on their short term situations rather than their long term goals.

“Select an area that is important to them, whether that is because of the school district, proximity to work or family, and so forth,” Cadoura said. “Check the price points, confirm what they are getting for that rent, and then look at things, at how they will stand in the next 12 months. Don’t

look too far into the future. In the real estate market, things can change monthly, weekly, daily. Things can be radically different two months from now. Some people will put a home up for sale at 2022 prices and we have to bring them back down to Earth and tell them what is going on in the market right now.”

Hale said that renters who renew their leases tend to pay less than those who sign new leases. A 2022 survey from Avail, a Realtor.com business, found that renters signing a new lease reported a price increase of nearly 27%, which is about double what people who have been in their rental for one to two years have experienced. To avoid paying this premium, renters are renewing leases at record-high levels.

“Realtor.com monthly data is based on median asking rents rather than survey responses, which are used in the (Consumer Price Index), so CPI data lags behind what we’re seeing,” said Hale. “The data suggest that easing in the cost of shelter is ahead in future CPI reports. While this could take until 2024 to play out significantly, it will be welcome news for renters and for overall inflation.”

Call Staff Writer Brendan Losinski at (586) 498-1068.

VILLAGE OF BEVERLY HILLS NOTICE OF PUBLIC HEARING COMMUNITY DEVELOPMENT BLOCK GRANT FUNDS Notice is hereby given that the Village of Beverly Hills will hold a public hearing on the use of Community Development Block Grant (CDBG) funds on Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at 7:30 p.m. in the Village Council Chambers located at 18500 W. 13 Mile Road, Beverly Hills, MI 48025. The purpose of the hearing is to receive public comments on the CDBG Program Year 2024 application in the approximate amount of $12,521 to fund eligible projects.

All interested residents are requested to attend the hearing. Comments will also be received in writing until Tuesday, November 7, 2023 at 4:30 p.m.

Arrangements to reasonably accommodate special needs, including handicap accessibility or interpreter will be made upon receiving 72-hour advance notice. Please contact (248) 646-6404 or 18500 W. 13 Mile Road, Beverly Hills, MI 48025 for special services. There is also an option to attend the hearing remotely via Zoom.

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During this journey, the boat unexpectedly stopped in Rome. As he was wandering by himself in the streets of Rome, he was finally exposed to the work of some of the most famous artists in the world.

“When I saw that Sistine Chapel, I said, ‘I am blessed now,’” Tazian said.

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“I think it a little bit of a miracle from my background,” Tazian said.

Tazian recently received the Special Lifetime Achievement Award from the Cultural Council of Birmingham Bloomfield.

When he was growing up, Tazian said, there was only one pencil in his house that was passed between his older brothers to do assignments.

Once he got to Fort Wayne, Tazian enrolled at the Fort Wayne Institute of Art, where he received a bachelor’s degree in art.

He went on to earn a master’s in education from St. Francis College and a master’s in fine art and sculpture from Wayne State University. He worked as a professor of fine art at Oakland Community College for 47 years.

Since beginning his career as a professional artist, he has earned several awards among his many accomplishments, including in the University of Michigan Art Show, the Michigan State Fair Art Competition and the Birmingham Community Center Annual Show. He was also named the Farmington Area Arts Commission artist-in-residence in 1995.

Two years ago, his piece, “Pyramid Earth,” was installed in Linden Park. His work can also be found in various municipalities, churches and Wayne State University. It has been in numerous solo and group exhibitions throughout the United States, Canada, Europe and the Middle East.

Tazian is known for both painting and sculpting, but he said sculpting is what speaks to him most. He is currently working on a walnut sculpture.

Limestone is one of Tazian’s favorite materials to work with. He also is known to work with bronze, wood and found objects, among other materials.

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Kegham Tazian stands with his installation, “Pyramid Earth,” in Linden Park.

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plained, he does not go on-site to paint. He uses his imagination to invent a scene.

“I prefer a little bit more freedom of what I am putting in it,” Tazian said.

“Invented Landscape” is a mixed-media piece that includes watercolor and collage. In it, he creates a contrast within the landscape between the rocks and rolling hills.

Within many of his paintings there is a window motif. For example, his acrylic and collage piece “The Window” depicts a window that is archeological rubble that looks into a scene of paradise. “Ancient Landscape” is an acrylic piece painted on an etched styrofoam board that is decades old and was recovered from under a piece of concrete. His pieces are not only diverse in medium, but they also range in subject matter. Some of his work is referred to as “survivor art,” which is a kind of art that depicts hope in humanity coming out of despair.

The Cultural Council of Birmingham Bloomfield does not give out Special Lifetime Achievement Awards every year. They give the Birmingham Bloomfield Cultural Arts Award every year, but some years the jury feels the need to honor another individual for their lifetime of achievements.

“It’s only when the jurors really firmly believe that there are two honorees and one is a lifetime,” said Marcy Heller Fisher, the co-chair of the 2023 Birmingham Bloomfield Cultural Arts Awards.

She said everyone was impressed by his years of work for the local, national and Armenian communities.

Tazian was honored at the 28th annual Birmingham Bloomfield Cultural Arts Awards at the Birmingham Bloomfield Art Center Oct. 13. For more information, visit culturalcouncilbirminghambloomfield.org.

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“On the interpretive side, which I closely oversee, I have hosts and docents who are really tasked with sharing the story of Meadow Brook with the general public and with private touring guests,” said Newton. “So, volunteers who are interested in communicating. They’re generous in their approach with folks from all over the world - all over the country, because Meadow Brook attracts those kind of visitors who are interested in building connections and rapport with strangers and friends alike. They find a great place here. Although I work here, I often tell people that, for me, in a lot of ways, Meadow Brook is somewhat of a third place — a place that’s not home, a place that’s not work, where you can come together with likeminded individuals and find fulfillment and satisfaction, and for many people — well, for hundreds of people — Meadow Brook serves as that kind of place.”

However, with the holidays approaching, Newton said the greatest need at the estate is for volunteers to provide assistance with hosted and self-guided touring. This is also needed throughout the year for both self-guided touring and for private events, such as weddings and evening programs.

“This is an opportunity where folks with a love of history and a knack for interpersonal communication can engage with external visitors here at Meadow Brook and sort of bring our history alive,” said Newton.

“And also protect our collections, right? Eyes are really important to ensure that our artifacts are being appropriately interacted with by visitors.

Newton said the programs offered by Meadow Brook for volunteers are ever growing. In a calendar year, the estate has approximately 300 active volunteers. He said that if they could get another dozen or two volunteers in the next calendar year, that would be “fantastic.”

“We are always eager for more hands,” said Newton. “Volunteers are essential to our mission. Not only do they contribute to the culture of this space, (and) with their knowledge and their passion bring Meadow Brook to life for the general public, they also represent a really important source of manpower and hours. So with their talent and with the time that they give us, it would be a big challenge to hire that many people to come in (to) help us with those kind of projects and with the kind of work they do, so they are really crucial to a nonprofit like us.”

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If you want to protect what you’ve worked so hard DIA volunteers primarily work onsite at to get, call Julie Paquette, before it’s too late! the DIA. The only exception is for “Behindthe-Seen” art talks conducted at libraries, Simple Wills Prepared community centers, senior residences, etc., and occasionally, community engagement at art fairs and similar events. per Meadow Brook and the DIA are acperson cepting applicants for those who wish to volunteer at their facilities this holiday season No-fee consultation available now through Oct. 31. Applications received after Probate Avoidance • Wills • Trusts • Powers of Attorney that date will be reviewed in late January or Property Transfer After Death • Estate Disputes: Representing early February.

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BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — Bloomfield Township police were dispatched to a golf store in the 1900 block of South Telegraph Road for a retail fraud in progress at approximately 10 a.m. Oct. 7. Employees reported that a man inside the store was actively concealing merchandise. Employees recognized the suspect as an individual who had previously stolen from them.

Officers made contact with the suspect, who denied stealing from the store, but consented to a pat down.

Officers located a collared golf shirt underneath his shirt, partially tucked into the front of his shorts. The suspect admitted to taking the shirt from the store without paying. Officers advised the suspect that he was suspected of stealing from the store in the past, and he admitted to stealing a pair of FootJoy golf shoes previously and that they were currently in the trunk of his vehicle.

The suspect, a juvenile, was released to his father pending charges.

Man charged with assault with a dangerous weapon

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — The Bloomfield Township Police Department responded to a grocery store in the 4000 block of Telegraph Road at approximately 5:20 p.m. Oct. 5 on a report that a man had pulled a gun and pointed it at another customer.

Officers arrived and immediately located the suspect, Isaiah Anthony Ware, 45, exiting the store. Ware was ordered to the ground and was taken into custody, and a Glock pistol was found Ware in his waistband.

Witnesses told officers that they saw Ware with a pistol by his side and heard him say, “I’m about to murder you” and “You better get out of here before you get killed. I will kill you.”

Ware was arraigned Oct. 6 in 48th District Court and was charged with assault with a dangerous weapon. He was issued a $10,000/10% cash bond. Ware posted bond, was released, and awaits court proceeding. An attorney for Ware could not be reached by press time.

Purse stolen from car

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — Bloomfield Township police took a report at approximately 6:30 a.m. Oct. 4 of a larceny from an automobile that occurred overnight.

The victim’s driver-side window was broken, and a purse was taken from inside the vehicle. The case is currently under investigation by the Bloomfield Township Investigations Unit. Anyone with any information is urged to contact the Bloomfield Township Police Department at (248) 433-7755. The department urges people to always lock their car doors and never leave the keys inside the vehicle.

Multiple cars rummaged through in the 300 block of Concord Place

BLOOMFIELD TOWNSHIP — Police took multiple larceny from automobile reports on the 300 block of Concord Place Oct. 12.

Between 8 p.m. Oct. 11 and 5:30 a.m.

Oct. 12, multiple cars were entered and rummaged through. The vehicles were all parked in the lot and had been left unlocked.

This case is currently under investigation by the Bloomfield Township Investigations Unit. Anyone with any information is urged to contact the Bloomfield Township Police Department at (248) 433-7755.

Package stolen from front porch

BIRMINGHAM — On Oct. 16 at approximately 7 p.m., an officer took a theft report from a resident who said that a package of headbands valued at approximately $14 was stolen from her front porch in the 1200 block of Washington Boulevard.

An investigation is ongoing.

Trio of vehicles damaged

BIRMINGHAM — Officers were dispatched to the 2400 block of East Lincoln at noon Oct. 15 for a report of multiple larcenies from vehicles. Three employees of a nearby business reported damage to their locked vehicles sometime between 6 a.m. and noon that day.

One victim found a rear window halfway open and visible pry marks on the door, but nothing was missing.

A second vehicle sustained exterior scrape marks and a shattered window kept intact by a tinting film.

The third vehicle had a smashed window and was missing a $2,000 purse containing $700 cash, along with identification, and credit and debit cards.

An investigation is ongoing.

Credit card fraud

BIRMINGHAM — A business owner stated recently that in September, a suspect visited the business and purchased $3,522 worth of scratch-off lottery tickets using multiple credit cards.

A few weeks later, the owner was informed by his credit card company that the cards were declined.

An investigation is ongoing.

Trio accused of larceny

BIRMINGHAM — On Oct. 10 at approximately 2 p.m., officers were dispatched to a business regarding a report of a larceny.

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“We provide in-home, nonmedical support services that meet the social, spiritual, emotional and physical needs of our clients,” he said. He noted that the need for in-home health care is booming today. His clients range from requiring only a daily health check to clients who require extensive attention, such as closed head injuries, Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson‘s or ALS. Jeff has a staff of nearly 70 plus caregivers who have been extensively vetted through national drug, driving and criminal screens. “We pride ourselves on assessing our clients’ specific needs and match the best caregiver for them, keeping in mind their specific needs,” he said.

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and began looking at merchandise. Shortly after, the suspects left the business and entered a light-colored minivan driven by an unknown man. The victim stated merchandise valued at $150 was missing from the inventory.

An investigation is ongoing.

Halloween decorations stolen from yard

BIRMINGHAM — On Oct. 9 at approximately 11 a.m., an officer was dispatched to the 1900 block of Kenwood to take a report of Halloween decorations valued at more than $40 stolen from a yard.

An investigation is ongoing.

DUI issued to repeat offender

BIRMINGHAM — On Oct. 8 at approximately 2 a.m., an officer on patrol observed a vehicle speeding and driving reck-

Woman involved in crash issued DUI

BIRMINGHAM — Officers were dispatched to the intersection of Southfield and Northlawn for a motor vehicle accident around 11 p.m. Oct. 7.

A vehicle headed westbound on Northlawn struck a vehicle traveling northbound on Southbound; there were no injuries.

The driver of the vehicle on Northlawn, a 36-year-old Birmingham resident, exhibited signs of alcohol intoxication and failed field sobriety tests. She was arrested for oper-

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Police escort woman from bar

BIRMINGHAM — On Oct. 7 at approximately 8 p.m., officers were dispatched to 117 Willits St regarding a report of customer trouble.

The suspect, a 30-year-old woman from Romulus, had been at the establishment for several hours with friends.

The suspect was heavily intoxicated and was cut off by bar staff.

The suspect angrily threw a glass behind the bar, near the employees, and she was escorted out of the bar.

Witnesses were able to confirm that while being escorted, the suspect was yelling obscenities at employees.

Upon being escorted from the bar, the suspect contacted police regarding the incident. An investigation is ongoing.

Woman with warrant arrested following traffic stop

BIRMINGHAM — On Oct. 7 at approximately 7 p.m., an officer on patrol observed a vehicle make an illegal turn at Woodwave Avenue and Oakland Avenue.

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Halloween yard decorations stabbed

BIRMINGHAM — On Oct. 7 at approximately 1 p.m., officers were dispatched to the 600 block of North Glenhurst Drive regarding a property damage report.

The victims stated that an inflatable Halloween decoration had been damaged.

Upon investigation, the officer was able to identify marks on the decoration indicating that it had been stabbed or cut.

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Field sobriety evaluations were conducted on the driver, a 42-year-old Southfield man. He admitted that his driver’s license was revoked.

A background check found he had three prior convictions for operating while intoxicated.

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METRO DETROIT — With his 1972 Pontiac Ventura, David Balkevitch celebrates Halloween all year long.

Whether he’s displaying the vintage model at the weekly Sandbaggers Bar & Grill car show in Center Line or speeding down the Lapeer International Dragway, the spooky holiday follows him.

Balkevitch and his wife, Annette, purchased the sunset-orange car when they married in 2012.

“The guy I got the car from called it ‘The Pump-

kin’ because it’s orange,” Balkevitch said.

Balkevitch renamed it “The Angry Pumpkin” because of his early days with the car.

“I bought used parts for it,” the Center Line resident said. “They didn’t work with the car, so I called it ‘The Angry Pumpkin.’”

The moniker stuck, and a boo-tiful Halloweenmobile was created. Not only is the car orange — Halloween’s signature color — but Balkevitch displays the car as if it’s Oct. 31 every day.

Whenever he and Annette take the muscle car to a show or cruise, they add several creepy fixtures, See ANGRY PUMPKIN on page 30A

David Balkevitch, with his 1972 Pontiac Ventura, takes “The Angry Pumpkin” to local car shows and cruises. The Center Line resident keeps the car’s Halloween theme all year long.

Pictured above, a jack-o’-lantern skeleton tightens lug nuts on “The Angry Pumpkin.”

Photos by Patricia O’Blenes

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including orange lights in the interior. Skeletons with jack-o’-lantern faces in the front and back seats look like they are ready for a “Monster Mash” up. The ghoulish mannequin in the driver’s seat even wears a racing jacket.

Also surrounding the ’72 Pontiac are more jack-o’-lantern skeletons, including one dressed as an angel with a halo and another in a devil outfit with horns. Another monster can be seen torquing lug nuts on a tire. When checking out the car, watch out for the giant spider before grabbing a piece of candy.

The Balkevitches take the car to local car shows, including Leason’s Dairy Bar and Grille in Warren and Autorama at Detroit’s Huntington Place. It’s also been a hit at many trunk-or-treat events.

“People honk and wave. There are more people that love Halloween than I thought.

People know the car because it’s been on TV and in magazines. Anytime it’s on TV, I get phone calls and text messages,” Balkevitch said. “Kids don’t always like to go to car shows, but they’re drawn to (the Ventura).

They love it. They ask about the year and if

it’s a race car.”

And the classic car owner always lets parents and kids sit inside the car and take photos.

“It’s just a fun car. I’ve always been doing it for the kids. A lot of kids love the smallest little details,” Balkevitch said. “The smiles on their faces mean more than anything. It makes you feel like you’re doing the right thing. Hopefully they’ll keep the classic cars alive.”

Balkevitch also shows up at charity events with the car in an effort to help different organizations. He likes to share the car with others because of his own experiences with his children when they were young.

“My kids both had head surgeries,” he said. “The Ronald Ronald McDonald House (Charities) helped me out a lot.”

The vintage vehicle features a hydraulic roller cam, Mad Dog Headers and a fourwheel disc brake conversion. It’s received recognition at different car events. One year, the Ventura was deemed the fastest street car at the Pontiac Nationals in Norwalk, Ohio, giving Balkevitch “bragging rights.”

The Ventura was victorious as the 2019 All Out Live Lapeer Dragway Street Car Class winner. One of the best track times was driving 129 mph in the quarter mile at 10.18 seconds.

These Halloween characters are ready to race. The muscle car has raced on occasion at the Lapeer International Dragway.

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Balkevitch is also grateful to two people who have helped him.

“Thank you to David Pemberton. I got the car and motor from him,” Balkevitch said. “Keith Domijan, he helped me troubleshoot it.”

Domijan has since died.

Balkevitch continuously works on the car to keep it in tip-top shape. He knows

cars pretty well.

“My dad was a mechanic. I always helped him work on cars,” said Balkevitch, who inspects the Ventura every week. “You never know what could go loose or break.”

He takes the Ventura out every week.

“It’s a good stress reliever,” Balkevitch said. “If you have a bad day at work, you can get in your car and go for a ride.”

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855.336.4595 Van Dyke & 171⁄2 Mile • www.sterlingheightsdodge.net *Lease payments add tax, that’s it. Due at signing includes first payment, destination, taxes on down payment (including rebates) documentary, title, and license transfer fee (new plate, additional).

Lease mileage allowance is 10,000 miles per year. Overmileage is .25 cents per mile. Purchase and lease prices include Stellantis consumer rebates including return lease rebates and Chrysler Capital or Stellantis Financial rebates where applicable. Purchase prices, add for tax, title, doc, plates, and destination. Pictures may not represent actual vehicle, prices and payments are accurate at time of printing and subject to change.

Residency and lender restrictions apply, see dealer for details. Exp Oct 31, 2023.

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Autos Wanted

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586-216-2124

Trick or treat: Also crafts, games, activities and more, 4:30-6:30 p.m., then food truck rally 4-8 p.m., Bloomfield Township Public Library, 1099 Lone Pine Road, btpl.org

MATTRESSES Adjustable Bed Brand New with mattress. Made is U.S.A., in plastic, with warranty.

Retail cost $3,995.00, sacrifice for $875.00. Call for showing or delivery: DanDanTheMattressMan.com 989-615-2951

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In the heart of Bloomfield Bloomfield Hills School District Call/Text- 248-219-5531

Orchestra Sono: Performance from 11 a.m.-noon, Bloomfield Township Senior Services, 4315 Andover Road, register at (248) 723-3500

NOV. 9

OCT. 27

Brunch with ‘Babs’: Social media influencer/grandma Barbara Costello shares tips for fall, all proceeds benefit ChadTough Defeat DIPG Foundation, 11 a.m., Townsend Hotel, 100 Townsend St. in Birmingham, chadtough.org/brunch-with-babs

Birmingham & Ferndale Stamp Club: Meets 6-8 p.m., NEXT Senior Center, 2121 Midvale St. in Birmingham, also Nov. 21, birminghamstamp.club The Birmingham Musicale: Free performance at 1 p.m., Lutheran Church of the Redeemer, 1800 W. Maple Road in Birmingham, thebirminghammusicale.org

NOV. 9 & 11

Chamber Music Detroit: Aeolus Quartet & Friends play Mozart, 2 p.m. Nov. 9 and 8 p.m. Nov. 11, Northbrook Presbyterian Church, 22055 W. 14 Mile Road in Beverly Hills, chambermusicdetroit.org/season80

NOV. 18

Methodologies in Experimentation: A Symposium on Photography: 1-6 p.m., Cranbrook Art Museum, 39221 Woodward Ave. in Bloomfield Hills, www. cranbrookartmuseum.org

ONGOING

‘Jersey Boys’: Performed by Birmingham Village Players, select dates Oct. 27-Nov. 12, 34660 Woodward Ave., birmingham villageplayers.com

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Fall storytime: Learn about ducks, 10:30 a.m., Franklin Cider Mill, 7450 Franklin Road in Bloomfield Hills, franklin.lib.mi.us

NOV. 7

MEDICAL VIAGRA and CIALIS USERS! 50 Generic Pills SPECIAL $99.00!

Excellent Gun & Ammo 100% guaranteed. 24/7 CALL Auction. Bidding Open! 400+ NOW! 888-835-7273 Hablamos Lots.

Shipping/Inspection Espano Available, Bid Anywhere/ Anytime johnpeckauctions. MISCELLANEOUS com. Next Gun Auction AMISH BUILT storage sheds and November. Selling Guns? Call mini cabins delivered to your site John Peck 989-426-8061. anywhere in Michigan! Starting Michigan’s Premier Gun at $2,500.00 mynextbarn.com Auctioneers.

989-832-1866

Come shop “The Conservatory” and find a treasure of antique, vintage and unique items.

Located at 38807 Harper Ave., Clinton Township, the large shop showcases the collections of many vendors, with furnishings that are refurbished and others reinvented. Open TuesdayFriday, 10:00-6:00 p.m. and Saturday, 10:00-5:00 p.m.

development and music education nonprofit Accent Pontiac, 9 a.m., Kirk in the Hills, 1340 Long Lake Road in Bloomfield Hills, runsignup.com

UFOs over Michigan: Learn from state director for Michigan Chapter of Mutual UFO Network, 7 p.m., Bloomfield Township Public Library, 1099 Lone Pine Road, btpl.org

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Hardware, Tools, Building Materials, Trucks, Forklifts, Pickup, Enclosed Trailer and more! Valley Lumber two day Live and Simulcast auction November 2 & 3. 211 South Elm Street. Owosso, MI 48867. Live bidding starts at 10 a.m. Details and Bid at: Bid. SherwoodAuctionServiceLLC.com 1-800-835-0495

BUSINESS SERVICES METAL ROOFING regular and shingle style, HALF OFF SPECIAL COLORS! Lifetime asphalt shingles. Steel and vinyl siding. Hail damage.

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Preview party for fall exhibits: 6-9 p.m., see opening of “Skilled Labor: Black Realism in Detroit” and “LeRoy Foster: Solo Show” (on display Oct. 28-March 3), also “Carl Toth: Reordering Fictions” and “Ash Arder: Flesh Tones” (Oct. 28-Feb. 25), Cranbrook Art Museum, 39221 Woodward Ave. in Bloomfield Hills, cranbrookartmuseum.org

OCT. 29

Birmingham Farmers Market: Last event of season, 9 a.m.-2 p.m., Public Parking Lot 6, 660 N. Old Woodward Ave., www.ALLINBirmingham.com/Farmers Market

OCT. 31

History of Willow Run Bomber Plant and legacy of Rosie the Riveter: 10-11:15 a.m., Bloomfield Township Senior Services, 4315 Andover Road, register at (248) 723-3500

NOV. 4

5K Green Bucket Run/Walk: Supports youth

Senior Men’s Club of Birmingham: Speakers and luncheon 10:30 a.m. every Friday, Iroquois Club, 43248 Woodward Ave. in Bloomfield Township, also on Zoom, RSVP by previous Monday, www.seniormens clubbirmingham.com Birmingham Metropolitan Women’s Club: Meets 10:30 a.m.-1 p.m. every second Tuesday of month, Iroquois Club, 43248 Woodward Ave. in Bloomfield Township, RSVP two weeks prior to each event, www. thebirminghammetropolitanwomensclub.weebly.com Movie discussion club: Meets 7 p.m. every first Thursday of month, Bloomfield Township Public Library, 1099 Lone Pine Road, (248) 642-5800, btpl.org Book club: Meets 10 a.m. every fourth Thursday of month, Bloomfield Township Public Library, 1099 Lone Pine Road, (248) 642-5800, btpl.org

ON THE WEB: To view more events and to submit your own, use the QR code or visit candgnews.com/calendar. To advertise, call (586) 498-8000.

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586-756-0757

4B - BIRMINGHAM-BLOOMFIELD EAGLE, October 25, 2023

F THE O E M I R C • F THE WEEK

EEK

HE W T F O E M I R C WEEK •

Driver throws coffee into car

to report that a trailer the company had rented from Chet’s Rent-All had been stolen from a job site.

Security footage showed a silver pickup truck with an unknown male suspect pulling into a parking lot, hooking up the trailer and leaving with the trailer attached.

BIRMINGHAM — At approximately 11 a.m Oct. 1, an officer was dispatched to the police station lobby to take a report regarding a road rage incident.

A 65-year-old man from Bloomfield Hills said he was involved in an altercation with an unknown driver in a black SUV. The suspect threw a coffee into the man’s car through an open window after the man informed the suspect that the suspect had run a stop sign and pulled in front of the man. An investigation was ongoing.

Building materials stolen

BERKLEY — Some building materials were taken from a Berkley home in the 2200 block of Oakshire Avenue, in the general area of 11 Mile and Greenfield roads, and were reported stolen at 9 a.m.

Sept. 27.

The police report states that between 1 p.m.

Sept. 26 and 8:30 a.m. Sept. 27, the building materials were taken from the yard of a home.

According to police, different sizes of lumber and plywood sheets were taken. The total value was $1,926.37.

Damage, dog feces found on vehicle

BIRMINGHAM — Officers were dispatched to the 1500 block of Haynes Street for a report of vehicle damage that occurred the morning of Sept. 15 while the vehicle was parked in the street.

Officers observed multiple scratches and dog feces on the car’s fender. An investigation was ongoing.

Clothing, jewelry stolen

ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that an unknown suspect broke into the complainant’s apartment Sept. 11 and stole clothing, jewelry and currency in the 4400 block of Springer Avenue, near 13 Mile and Greenfield roads.

Cash register stolen from store

WEST BLOOMFIELD — At approximately 11:20 p.m. Sept. 16, a man broke into a store on Orchard Lake Road and stole a cash register that had a small amount of cash in it.

There is a suspect, and detectives were following up, according to a report.

Store owner stops B&E attempt

ROYAL OAK — A complainant reported that at 10:10 p.m. Sept. 11, an unknown suspect tried to break into Made in the Mitten, 706 S. Washington Ave., through the front and rear entry doors. The owner scared away the suspect.

Driver speeds away from armed carjacker

FARMINGTON — Officers responded to a shopping plaza in the area of Farmington and Nine Mile roads for a report of an attempted carjacking that had just occurred at 2 p.m. Aug. 30.

Officers met with the victim, who explained that they were sitting in their vehicle when they were approached by a woman who opened the driver’s side door, pointed a handgun at the victim and demanded the victim exit the car.

The victim quickly sped away, unharmed, and called 911. The suspect left the area in an unknown direction on Farmington Road. The case was turned over to the detective bureau for further investigation.

Drunken driver crashes into tree, light pole

ROCHESTER — An officer was in the area of Walnut and Fourth when they observed a dark colored vehicle leave the parking structure and travel northbound at approximately 12:08 a.m. Sept. 23.

The vehicle left the roadway, striking a tree and light pole. The vehicle then proceeded to reenter the roadway, but it was inoperable.

The officer saw the driver exit the vehicle and stumble around.

The driver failed field sobriety tasks and was given a preliminary breath test, resulting in 0.20% blood alcohol content, and he was arrested.

Steaks stolen

HAZEL PARK — According to a police report, a man stole three packages of steak hidden under his clothing from the Kroger store in the 23100 block of John R Road at 3 p.m. Oct. 2.

An investigation was ongoing.

Charger stolen from dealership

TROY — The Suburban Chrysler dealership at 1790 Maplelawn Drive reported that a 2015 Dodge Charger, which had been dropped off for service a month ago, was discovered stolen when the owner returned to pick up the vehicle Sept. 18.

Surveillance footage shows that the Charger was stolen by an unknown suspect at 9:47 p.m. Aug. 14.

Trailer taken from job site

BERKLEY — A trailer was reported stolen at 5:06 p.m. Sept. 29 in the 3800 block of W. 11 Mile Road.

According to the report, a representative of Royal Plumbing came to the Public Safety Department

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NEWS AND NOTE ITEMS TAKEN FROM AROUND OUR COVERAGE AREAS Gasoline Alley car show helps local boy with cancer UTICA — When organizers put together this year’s version of the annual Gasoline Alley car show, they added an extra component with a pledge to provide support to local child Beckett Fowler, 3, as he fights cancer at St. Jude Children’s Research Hospital in Memphis Tennessee.

Gasoline Alley took place Aug. 12, and Utica recently presented the Fowler family with checks totaling over $30,000 from the show’s fundraising efforts. The money was raised by the Utica Lions Club and USA Tire during the show.

AEW wrestler Danhausen added to fall comic con roster NOVI — The Motor City Comic Con has announced that AEW wrestler Danhausen will be a celebrity guest at its fall show Nov. 10-12 at the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi. Other guests added to the lineup include “What We Do in the Shadows” actors Harvey Guillen and Natasia Demetriou, and Pokemon voice actor Veronica Taylor. Comic writer and artist Tony Daniel and comic artist Rose Besch also have been added to the guest list.

Motor City Comic Con is also announcing iCon Tournaments. The tournaments will offer guests a gaming lounge area where they can “meet friends and challenge new rivals.” They will be available every day of the convention, and prizes will be given out to winners of every tournament, according to a press release. “It’s all about competitive action and friendly combat,” the release states.

ROCHESTER POSED WINNERS ANNOUNCED

ROCHESTER — Downtown Rochester held its 11th annual Rochester Posed event Oct. 5. During the event, 20 participating businesses turned their storefront windows into live mannequin displays. This year’s theme for Rochester Posed was Heroes vs.

Villains. Event attendees were able to cast a vote for their favorite live mannequin displays through phone polling. There was also a selected panel of judges that scored each window for the Judge’s Choice winner.

The top three windows with the most texts for the People’s Choice are, in first place, “Local Heroes”/At Home Furniture; second place, “Mario vs. Bowser”/The Spice & Tea Exchange; and third place, “Mean Girls”/Kimi K Salon & Spa. The top three windows with the most votes from the panel of judges are, in first place, “The Witches of Wizard of Oz”/South Street Skateshop; second place, “Ariel vs. Ursula”/Rochester Bike Shop; and third place, “Alice vs. The Queen of Hearts”/Haig’s of Rochester.

For more information, call the DDA at (248) 656-0060.

ATTORNEY GENERAL WARNS AGAINST SMISHING SCAM

METRO DETROIT — Michigan Attorney General Dana Nessel is warning residents about fraudulent smishing text messages with an alleged delivery notification and tracking link, purporting to be from the U.S. Postal Service.

Smishing is when the scammer entices the victim by claiming a victim must provide them with a password, account number, or even Social Security number to stop an alleged fraudulent transaction. Once this information is provided, the scammer can gain access to the device and any personal information stored on it, including email, bank, credit card, or other types of accounts including social media.

Her office shared some advice to not be victimized in this way including to never share a phone number unless the person or organization is personally known; never assume a text is legitimate because it comes from a familiar phone number or area code, since spammers can use caller ID spoofing to make it appear the text is from a trusted or local source; never click on links in a suspicious text; and to never provide personal or financial information in response to the unsolicited text or a website linked to the message.

To file a complaint with the Department of Attorney General, call (517) 335-7599.