May-August 2012
FROM THE MAYOR
stabilization fund over the past several years while still providing the taxpayers Dear Friends~ with a balanced budget. We have Hopefully, by now the buds have burst received over $100,000 in donations in through the trees. The flowers have the same time frame to offset the blossomed and the beauty of spring is in Concert Series and many other full bloom. How about those downtown activities! As home values continue tree lights lining the streetscape and their decline so has our revenue. We gateway to the City this winter? They have seen a decline in our revenue were absolutely brilliant and had a stream of over 1.6 million dollars. unique calming effect as you entered Therefore, along with City Council, as I and traversed throughout downtown. stated in my State of the City Address, SPRING INTO WIXOM the time for action is now. Once again your City has an Action was taken back in February, outstanding array of events planned for when we initiated a Financial Task the upcoming spring and summer Force Committee to identify and months. The Founders Day Festival is report back to City Council a strategy only weeks away and the Farmers that will allow us to continue providing Market, along with Summer Concert essential services. We have all become Series is just around the corner. By the accustomed to a safe community with way, in case you haven’t noticed, the great police, fire, emergency medical fireworks are back on. “Return the services, water and sewage, well paved Fireworks” has been an effort initiated roads, timely snow removal, well by our Parks and Recreation maintained parks and recreation Commission and City Staff. A generous programs all of which make up the donation of $4,000 from Total Sports basis of our award winning City. Great here in Wixom has kicked off the cities require investment and campaign. Several other businesses and reinvestment from the residents and residents have been donating money to businesses. Many of our neighboring fund the event. Donation boxes are communities have suggested and located throughout City businesses and implemented millage increases to at City Hall. If you plan on attending on maintain essential services. June 28, please consider making a This Council along with City donation. Remember to save that date! Administration continue to identify and CITY SURVEY implement reduced operating costs, The City has retained Mitchell Research while working towards increasing our & Communications of East Lansing to revenues. The strategy for financial conduct a telephone poll of citizens to stability will hopefully be a city wide determine how you feel about city decision. I look forward to any and all issues including whether or not you input from residents and businesses. support an increase in the millage cap We are in this together and we will to assure the same continued public remain strong, finish what we have safety services and other services we started and enjoy what we call the Best currently enjoy. Please take a few short Hometown in the Country. Have a minutes to answer the survey if you are great spring and summer and called. Thank you very much! remember if you get called, please take Let me explain, like other communities, a few minutes to complete the survey. the economy has taken its toll on our Thanks again. fair City. Over the past several years Sincerely, staff and council have made every attempt to continue to do more with less. We have exhausted our budget
Kevin W. Hinkley
CITY CLERK NEWS ELECTION NEWS Michigan voters will be casting their votes at the Primary Election to be held on Tuesday, August 7, and again at the Presidential Election on Tuesday, November 6. Polls will be open on those days from 7 am until 8 pm. The last day a person can register to vote for the upcoming Primary is July 9, and the registration deadline for the Presidential Election is October 9. In early June absentee voter applications will be mailed to those on our permanent absentee list. Other qualified and registered electors who wish to obtain an absent voter ballot for either or both of these upcoming elections are encouraged to contact the City Clerk’s Office at (248) 624-4557 to request an application. Don’t forget to bring along photo identification if you come to vote in person at the polls. Having this in hand when you arrive at your precinct will help to keep those lines moving a little more swiftly. PAID-ON-CALL FIRE FIGHTERS The Wixom Fire Department is staffed entirely by paid-on-call Wixom residents. The Department responds to approximately 1,000 Emergency Medical and Fire Suppression calls each year. Training opportunities for EMT and Firefighter I & II accreditation are available for all applicants. Certifications and skill levels are maintained by continuous training and mentoring within the Department at weekly drills or attending classes at area training establishments. Training, uniforms and protective clothing are provided in return for your commitment to attend a minimum of 15% of runs, and 70% of drills per month. If you are interested in joining our dedicated Fire-Fighting family, and serving your community, additional information and applications ( available at www.cityofwixom.com) may be directed to the Wixom Fire Department at 1345 N. Wixom Rd during office hours Monday-Friday ( 8:30 am–5 pm).
NEWS FROM RRRASOC Recycle more! Just this past December, the RRRASOC recycling center in Southfield was re-opened with new state-of -the-art sorting equipment. New items accepted for recycling include all plastic containers #1,2,4,5,6,7. This includes yogurt cups, frozen food trays, and garden plastics. Additionally, no sorting of recyclables is necessary. Everything can be mixed together, since the sorting will all be done at the Southfield facility.
continue to be set out each week or only when full, depending on preference. Three sizes will be available free-of-charge. After using the delivered 64-gallon cart, you will have until October 1 to request to switch to a different size, at no cost. Residents can order a smaller 35-gallon or larger 96-gallon cart by contacting the DPW at (248) 624 -0141. The three cart sizes are on display at City Hall in the lobby area. The high-tech carts and singlestream recycling is new and different from how recyclables have been collected in the past. It’s the future for responsible resource conservation. Please view the link for details.
Wixom recycling bins have evolved for the 21st century. You will find new high-tech carts dropped off at your doorsteps this summer as the City launches its first-ever singlestream recycling program. The new carts offer many benefits. They are easier and more convenient to take to the curb. The 64-gallon size encourages everyone to recycle more. Also, new fuelefficient, low-emission vehicles will be used to collect the materials.
Feel free to contact RRRASOC with questions regarding recycling, trash disposal, yard waste, or household hazardous waste at (248) 208-2270. You can also email RRRASOC at rrrasoc@aol.com.
The recycling trucks will automatically pick up the wheeled carts each week during normal trash collection. The carts will
9-11 MEMORIAL The Wixom Association of Professional Fire Fighters traveled Pictured right and to New York in June 2011 and returned with a 1750 pound below, 9-11 steel piece of steel beam from the twin towers. Wixom Firefighters artifact on display continue to raise funds for a permanent memorial to those who at Fire Department gave the ultimate sacrifice on 9-11-2001. Fundraising efforts Lobby. through donations, boot drives and car washes have raised just under $14,000. The Wixom Firefighters are actively searching for corporate sponsors that can provide financial support and or materials that will be used to build the memorial. Donations of any size are welcome, and may be made in person at the Wixom Fire Department 1345 N. Wixom Road or Online at www.wixomfirefighters.com via PayPal. Temporarily this artifact is located in the front lobby of the Fire Department at 1345 N. Wixom Road, and residents are welcome to visit and see this solemn reminder of such a tragic event in America's history. If you have any questions or are able to provide assistance with materials or labor for the memorial, please contact the Fire Fighters Association Treasurer Mike Smith at msmith@cityofwixom.org.
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Pictured below, artist drawing of future Memorial.
FIRE NEWS
CAMP 9-1-1
DPW/ DPS NEWS
DETECT AND PROTECT AGAINST CARBON MONOXIDE
The Fire Department is sponsoring “CAMP 911”, a five day safety camp for students 9–11 years old. Students participate in fire activities including “Search and Rescue”, fire drills, basic first aid and fire extinguisher training.
ADOPT-A-BOX PROGRAM Wixom’s Department of Public Works (DPW) offers the use of a 9-cubic yard box container to assist Wixom residents in disposing of large quantities of compostable yard waste. There is a $25 fee per drop, which helps off-set the cost of labor and equipment. Yard waste disposal is free. The use of the boxes are on a first-come-first-serve basis and runs from April through November (weather permitting).
What is carbon monoxide? Carbon monoxide (CO) is a nonirritating, odorless, colorless gas that is somewhat lighter than air. A byproduct of incomplete burning of coal, wood, charcoal, natural gas, fuel oil, kerosene, gasoline, fabrics and plastics, it is the leading cause of poisoning deaths in the United States. What are the main sources of CO? There are four main sources of CO in the environment: Automobile exhaust Faulty heating equipment Fires Paint and varnish strippers What are the symptoms of CO poisoning? Shortness of breath Nausea Headaches Dizziness Light headedness Infants, in particular, are more susceptible to CO poisoning. This means that unborn or newborn babies may suffer more serious effects than adults, even at the same levels of exposure. How can I avoid CO poisoning in the home? CO poisoning is entirely preventable, if a few simple steps are followed: Have gas appliances checked periodically for proper operation. Make sure flues, chimneys and vents are clear of debris and in good working order. Install CO monitors in the home. Check them regularly and make sure they are maintained properly. Do not use unvented space heaters, gas stoves, charcoal grills or Sternotype fuels as sources of heat. Do not cook on charcoal or gas grills indoors.
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Registration forms available at Fire Station #1. AGE: DATES: TIME: PLACE:
9-11 Mon, July 30 –Fri, August 3 9:11 am–1 pm Fire Station #1 1345 North Wixom Road MAXIMUM: 24 Students REGISTRATION DEADLINE: JULY 23 Bring a sack lunch. For more information call (248) 624-1055.
Do not run the car or other gasolinepowered engines in a garage, even with the doors open. Crack car windows when driving. Use paint strippers that do not contain methylene chloride. Anyone who suspects CO exposure or poisoning, call 9-1-1 and leave the area immediately. Affected individuals should be led to fresh air and provided with oxygen, if necessary. Until help arrives, follow standard first aid practices and keep victims warm and quiet. FIRE HYDRANTS Again this year, Firefighters will be retrofitting fire hydrants throughout the City during the spring and summer months. The project will start after April 1. APRIL IS SAFE DIGGING MONTH April is National Safe Digging Month. You are required to call 811 before digging to avoid damaging the growing number of underground pipelines, wires and cables.
Feel free to gather a group of your neighbors and schedule the truck for a neighborhood clean-up. Scheduling the Adopt-A-Box can be done by calling the DPW at (248) 624-0141 between the hours of 7am and 5pm, Monday through Thursday. FREE MULCH & COMPOST Through a unique partnership with Spurt Industries, Wixom residents can pick-up free mulch and compost of up to five (5) cubic yards (combined) per Wixom address at the DPW yard (2041 Charms Road). This is a self-load system. Pick-up times are 7 am to 4 pm Monday through Friday excluding holidays. Please note that you must bring the necessary tools (i.e., bags, buckets, pitchfork, shovel, etc.) for self-loading of compost and/or mulch. For questions or more information, please contact the Department of Public Works at (248) 624-0141 Monday Thursday (7 am–5 pm). WIIXOM’S HOUSEHOLD HAZARDOUS WASTE DAY This year over 600 residents in the RRRASOC Member Communities: Wixom, Farmington, Farmington Hills, Novi, Southfield, South Lyon and Walled Lake took part in April’s Household Hazardous Waste Day. If you need to dispose of some hazardous material, please contact Environmental Recycling Group at (734) 437-9650 located at 13040 Merriman, Livonia to schedule an appointment.
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PARKS & RECREATION EVENTS & ACTIVITIES You can now register for classes at www.wixomgov.org or by phone (248-624-2850), Also, visit our web site www.wixomgov.org for full listing of classes, trips & events!
11TH ANNUAL FOUNDERS DAY FESTIVAL Who: Everyone When: Sunday May 20 Time: 1-4 pm Where: Gibson Park, 49805 Pontiac Trail Fee: No charge Take a step back in time and enjoy a good old fashioned Wixom Day. Entertainment & activities for all ages. Lots to see & do! Dress appropriately, outside event. Proudly Presented by Genisys Credit Union.
DISPLAYS & ACTIVITIES Pony Rides Tractor Display Kids Haystack Dig VFW Color Guard Pie Baking Contest Pie Eating Contest Historical Society Display Sheepshank Sam Lumberjack Farmer Johns Barnyard Express Presidential Doll & Quilt Display Little Artists Area by St. Matthew Sarah Banks Patriotic Letter Display Kids Train Rides, Games, Craft Tent Classic & Antique Car & Truck Display Performances by Neu Wixom Dance Academy Balloons & Face painting by Cross Point Community Church Town Blacksmith, Candle maker, Woodcarver, Trapper John Wixom Roundup Chili Cook-off- Sample all for $3 per person Performances by Wixom Christian School & First Baptist Church Performances by Lakeland & Walled Lake Western High School Bands Kids Inflatable & Mechanical Bull Rides by Begonia Brothers Party Rental Civil War 8th Arkansas / 22nd Michigan Company K Volunteer Infantry Display Good Old Fashioned Farm Produce Stand from Sun, Water & Seeds 4-H Club Little Local Artists Display by Sarah Banks Middle School & Loon Lake Elementary Students CONCESSIONS: Backyard Coney Island, WLW Band & Football Boosters 5 Crossroads May-Aug 2012
ENTER THE WIXOM FOUNDERS DAY ROUNDUP CHILI COOK-OFF
When: Sunday May 20 Where: Gibson Park on Pontiac Trail Bring it on! Roundup your friends & families, and enter the 11th Annual Wixom Roundup Chili Cook-off held during the Founders Day Festival! Slice & dice and cook onsite. Rip Roarin’ Good Time! The public will judge your samplings. Goldmine of prizes for the best chili, best dressed and best presentation. Entry fee is $20 per team. Call Parks & Rec at 248-624-2850 or check online www.wixomgov.org for Registration & Rules Form. You may also register your team online. ENTER THE FOUNDERS DAY 1st GOOD OLD FASHIONED PIE BAKING CONTEST When: Sunday May 20 Who Can Enter: Amateur Bakers Category 1: Youth (with parental assistance) Category 2: Adult Age 18 and up Drop Pie off between: 11am – 12pm Pie Judging between: 1 & 2:30 pm Winners Announced: 3 pm
GO BIKE NIGHT SUMMER CONCERT When: Th June 21 Time: 7-9 pm Where: Sibley Square Park Concert: Justine Blazer Fee: No charge Bicycling is a great way to be active, stay healthy and connect with family and friends. Oakland County Parks and Recreation Bike Clinic will be on site to teach the basics of bike safety using the industry’s best practices at Sibley Square Park during the summer concert. They will have 12 adult bikes, 24 youth bikes and 12 big wheels on the course. American Cycle and Fitness will also be on site with a table and bike display. This is a great night for you to ride your bike to the park with your family, friends and neighbors! Remember to wear your helmets and be safe!
WIXOM’S BEST LITTLE BEER & WINE TASTINGMICHIGAN STYLE Who: Age 21 and Up When: Th July 12 Time: 7-9 pm Where: Sibley Square Park (under tent) Concert: Groove Therapy Fee: $15 per person Time to pull out your top secret family pie Gather your friends and join us for a recipe and earn pie bragging rights for a summer evening sampling some of the year! To enter- please call us at 248-624best Michigan Craft Beers & Wines. 2850 or email us at cs@wixomgov.org by Samplings will be provided by Pine Ridge Wed May 16 with your name, email, phone Winery. Fee includes cheese, crackers, number, category and the type of pie that fruit and snacks. Must Pre-Register by you will be submitting. The contest is open Th July 5 online www.wixomgov.org or to the first 20 applicants. Please bring one cooked whole fruit or nut pie in a disposable call 248-624-2850. pie pan along with a list of ingredients to the Gibson House between 11 am and 12 pm on Sun May 20. (Sorry no cream, dairy, refrigerated pies or store bought pie crusts.) A panel of celebrity judges will taste and evaluate each pie! Winners will be announced at 3 pm. Ribbons & prizes awarded.
DISPLAY YOUR PRIDE & JOY! FOUNDERS DAY ANTIQUE DISPLAY
When: Sunday May 20 Time: 1-4 pm Fee: No fee It’s time to put the finishing touches on your most prized & cherished car, truck or tractor. Display your pride and joy at the Founders Day Event at Gibson Park on Pontiac Trail. All participants will receive an event ribbon, pin, lunch and more. PreRegister at 248-624-2850.
PUPPY LOVE- ADOPTION NIGHT When: Th Aug 2 Where: Sibley Square Park, Pontiac Trail Time: 7-9 pm Concert: Gia Warner Thinking about a dog this summer? Pet Adoption Agency “Last Day Dog Rescue” will be on site during the Summer Concert Series. Stop by and check out the adorable, lovable dogs available for adoption. They’re sure to warm your heart! Last Day is more than just a name, it is a situation all of the dogs were faced with. Now all of the wonderful dogs get a second chance at life! Dogs that find a temporary home at the non-profit 501(c) (3) were rescued from animal shelters or were going to be sold for research. Mark your calendars for this special night.
MORE PARKS & RECREATION EVENTS & ACTIVITIES You can now register for classes at www.wixomgov.org or by phone (248-624-2850). Also, visit our web site www.wixomgov.org for full listing. HOT BLUES & BBQ Who: Everyone When: Th July 19 Time: 5-10 pm Where: Sibley Square Park Mark your calendar for a Smoking good time! Lip smacking BBQ and Red Hot Blues featuring our all-time favorite bands, The Randy Brock Group and Michael May & the Messarounds. Check out the Kids Rides ($5 fee), Climbing Wall, Kids Art Tent, Inflatables (must have socks), minigolf, showcasing Wixom Business Displays and Farmers Market. The beer tent will highlight Michigan’s own Short’s Brewing Company craft beers! Concessions also available. Co-Sponsors: Genisys Credit Union and Short’s Brewing Company.
MOVIE IN THE PARK– ZOOKEEPER When: Fri Aug 3 Time: 7 pm Where: Sibley Park Bring your blanket or chair for a free family night! A group of zoo animals decide to break their code of silence in order to help their lovable zoo keeper find love without opting to leave his current job for something more illustrious. Rated PG. Inflatables available at 7 pm (Must wear socks), movie starts at dusk.
KELLY MILLER CIRCUS When: Th Aug 16– One Day Only Time: 4:30 pm or 7:30 pm Show Where: Gilbert Willis Park Advanced Sales at Parks & Rec Office Monday-Thursday 7:15 am-5:30 pm $10 Adults (Age 12+) until Aug 15 $6 Child (Age 2-11) until Aug 15 Ticket Prices day of– at show only $15 Adults (Age 12+) $7 Child (Age 2-11) Ladies and gentlemen, boys and girls… Step right up! The circus is coming to Wixom! The circus elephants will begin erecting the Big Top at 9 am circus morning, everyone is invited to come and watch free of charge. Purchase your advance show tickets by Aug 15. See you at the circus. 6 Crossroads May-Aug 2012
4th ANNUAL WIXOM FARMERS MARKET Where: Sibley Square Park, 48900 Pontiac Trail When: Thursdays, May 24-Oct 4 Time: 3-7 pm, 3-8 pm Concert Days The Wixom Farmers Market presents the best of Michigan’s growers. From flowers to fresh produce, salsas to honey and fresh baked breads are just a few of the locally produced food items you will find. In addition, food demonstrations, special event days, Little Sprouts activity table, candles, birdhouses and other non-food items will help fill your WIXOM FARMERS MARKET BAG! So plan to make the market your weekly family destination. Opening day May 24- free Market Bags to the first 50 customers and inflatables for kids. Proudly sponsored by Genisys Credit Union and 24/7 Fitness Center. Co-sponsor NLB Corporation and Backyard Coney.
BUILDING DEPARTMENT PERMITS Homeowners and business operators must obtain building permits if doing work involving structural changes such as: basement interior drain systems, basement finish, decks, driveways, fences, furnace and air conditioning replacement, pools, electrical work, roofing and water heaters. Contractors need to be licensed and insured to perform work in the State of Michigan. Details of application requirements are available by calling the Building Department at (248) 624-0880 or visit www.wixomgov.org. VECHICLES Please remember that unlicensed and inoperable vehicles must be stored in an enclosed building to not be a violation of the zoning ordinance.
NOTIFY ME BECOME A MEMBER OF THE “FRIENDS OF THE WIXOM FARMERS MARKET” Do you love fresh foods, gardening or shopping the Farmers Market? Join in on a new opportunity! Friends of the Farmers Market is a group of Ambassador Citizens who provide support to the Wixom Farmers Market and local community through development, educational programs, as well as special events that enhance its role as a community gathering place within our area. Whether you sign up for a one-time opportunity, 2 hour time slot, place a sign in your yard or choose to take on a regular volunteer role, we guarantee you will enjoy being a part of making good things happen! For more information or to join, contact 248-624-2850 or email cs@wixomgov.org.
Sign up today to get City updates via email or text messages! Simply follow these steps: Visit www.wixomgov.org On the left side, in the red boxes, click on ‘Notify Me Sign Up’ Enter your email address and click ‘sign in’ Choose if you would like to receive Email and/or Text Messages Choose icon next to which List Name(s) in which you would like to be included. Enjoy the convenience of up-to-date information.
DOG LICENSE INFORMATION Residents in Wixom are reminded that Oakland County requires dogs to be licensed annually. Dog licenses are available at the City Clerk’s Office and must be purchased by June 1 in order not to be delinquent. Proof of current rabies vaccination is required for each animal you are licensing, and don’t forget that fees are lower if your dog has been spayed or neutered. PASSPORT INFORMATION Did you know that the City of Wixom is a Passport Acceptance Facility? We accept applications Monday through Thursday from 9 am–1 pm and again from 2 pm-4 pm. We offer photo services for $10 each. Please give us a call at (248) 624-4557 for passport requirements.
COMMUNITY SERVICES– Recreation, Rentals & More! The Community Services Department has many facilities and properties for your use. 2012 & 2013 reservation dates are available for the Community Center facility. PARKS & COMMUNITY CENTER RENTALS The Community Center is available to rent with a capacity range of 30 to 250 people. Information is available online at our City website, www.wixomgov.org or by calling (248) 624-2850. Seasonally, there are also park pavilions available to rent. PARKS & RECREATION Parks & Recreation has classes available for children and adults! Offices are located in the City Hall Building at 49045 Pontiac Trail. You can find a brief listing of classes on pages 9-11 and a full listing of classes at www.wixomgov.org. SENIOR PROGRAMS Contact Tracy if you have any specific questions pertaining to the Senior Citizens Program at 248-624-0870. Classes and special events are offered to those 50+ and can be found at www.wixomgov.org or by stopping in the Community Center Lounge. Please give us a call or stop by. We are happy to help you! 7 Crossroads May-Aug 2012
WIXOM HISTORICAL SOCIETY News and notes from the Wixom Historical Society….. Welcome to May, our early spring and digging into gardening activities at the Wixom Wire Museum. Helping us with spring cleanup, both inside the museum and out, is the WWAM group from Oakland County as we prepare for visitors to enjoy onsite activities. May brings Wixom’s Founders Day at the historic Gibson House on Pontiac Trail. The Society will participate in the afternoon festivities with a booth featuring fresh rhubarb from the museum grounds, fresh lemonade and interesting items for sale. Join in the fun afternoon on Sunday, May 20 from 1 to 4 pm. May also brings the Society’s annual field trip to a place of historic interest. This year’s destination is the Gerald R. Ford Presidential Library in Grand Rapids. Join us on Monday, May 21 at 9 am as we carpool from Wixom City Hall for a day of exploration. You’re welcome to join us….write us at whs@yahoo.com for more information or contact Nancy Dingeldey at (248) 624-3950. Circle Sunday, June 10 on your calendars for the annual WHS Ice Cream Social held on the grounds of our historical museum located at the corner of Wixom and Maple Roads. The atmosphere will be bright with live brass band music, Ice cream cones, yummy sundaes, kids games, tours of the museum and Wixom Cemetery, beginning at 1 pm. Join us…we’ll be there ‘til 4 pm. June 18 is the date for the society’s annual picnic at Gilbert Willis Park Pavilion. Welcome summer, bring your appetites and be ready for a great outing starting at 6:30 pm. And just because it’s summer doesn’t mean we take a break. If you enjoy gardening, would like to help with displays in the museum or at the library, please join us. Workbees are scheduled on Wednesdays and Saturdays from 10 am to noon. Stop by for a visit. We’ll also continue our work on archiving Wixom history and look forward to society member Laure Dorchak introducing our very own society website. Interested in a tour of the Wixom-Wire Museum? The WHS is delighted to share a snapshot of Wixom’s past. Arrangements for group and special tours can be made by contacting us at whs@yahoo.com or by calling 248-624-4557.
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LIBRARY NEWS Honor Flight Michigan The Legacy Project
Online Registration Online program registration is here! You can now sign up for most library programs from our website. Visit the online Events Calendar to explore the programs you would like to attend. Programs are color-coded by age level and clicking on a program title will display the event’s details. To register, just fill in the required fields and click submit. If you enter your email address, you will immediately receive a confirmation email with the date and time of the program. If there is a waitlist, you will receive a second email informing you that you have been placed on the waitlist. Summer Reading… Please join the Library for another exciting year of summer reading activities. Kids can join Dream Big for lots of summer reading activities and plenty of fun. Teens can get involved with Own the Night, and Adults are encouraged to participate and win fun prizes as we Geek the Library. All three clubs have events and reading incentives galore…and remember to pick up a good book while you are here! Our summer Reading Kickoff Event is on Wednesday, June 13th. Highlighted Activities: Gordon Russ, the Magician Tuesday, June 19 @ 10:30 am A fun filled magician for kids of all ages. Skippy & Dave’s California Dreamin’ Tuesday, July 3 @ 10:30 am A rock and roll show that takes participants back through time with music and history. Jen Strauss, Story Teller Tuesday, July 17 @ 10:30 am They Only Come Out at Night; a delightful retelling of stories by master storyteller Jen Strauss. Summer Reading Closing Party Tuesday, July 31 @ 10:30 am Come celebrate the end of the Summer Reading Club with a Pajama Jam Comedy Show presented by Joel Tacey. 10 Crossroads May-Aug 2012
Wednesday, July 25 @ 6:30-8:30 pm
This film tells the life stories of Michigan soldiers who served during WWII and chronicles their trip to the WWII memorial in Washington D.C., courtesy of Honor Flight Michigan.
Please visit our website at www.wixomlibrary.org for more detailed program descriptions. Please feel free to register online, in person or by calling the Library at 248-624-2512.
FRIENDS OF THE LIBRARY We tried it-you liked it The Silent Auction, conducted for two weeks in March generated a lot of interest and produced $344 to benefit the Library. Thanks to those who donated sales items and thanks to those who purchased them. Wanted- a few strong bodies While the Friends always welcome new members with open arms, we can always use a strong pair of arms to help us move boxes, particularly in connection with our used book sales. So if you know of anyone who wants to increase their muscle strength, please send them our way. They can become a member, or simply put in a few volunteer hours for community service credit. Did you know? From the first contribution of $191.67 the Friends of the Wixom Library made in 1978, the amount has grown to more than $120,000? That's a lot of program and summer reading materials, electronic equipment, licensing fees, books, aquarium maintenance, and computers, plus countless other items. You name it, and the Friends are probably involved in one way or another. Join us and make a difference in your community. Coming events: School's Out Children's Book SaleJune 26 Fall Used Book Sale- October 17-20 Quarterly Meeting- July 10, 11 am, Library Meeting Room.
Crossroads May-August 2012 Published by: City of Wixom 49045 Pontiac Trail Wixom, MI 48393 (248) 624-4557 Fax (248) 624-0863 www.wixomgov.org
City Council: Kevin W. Hinkley, Mayor James Cutright, Deputy Mayor Patrick Beagle Michael Giddings Lori Rich Thomas Rzeznik Richard Ziegler City Manager: Mike Dornan Assistant City Manager: Tony Nowicki Crossroads is the official newsletter of the City of Wixom. Please address all comments or possible articles to the above address. This publication is dedicated to providing news to our community, educating our readers, and offering critical comment.
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