(Source: Rotary Club of Dearborn)

The Rotary Club of Dearborn will host a delightful evening of entertainment at the second annual “So You Think You Can Sync?” performance at Fordson HIgh School.

This hilarious lip sync event benefits the Rotary Club of Dearborn’s ongoing commitment to provide scholarships to graduating high school seniors in Dearborn. In 2010, $22,000 in scholarships were awarded to 16 outstanding students, and over the past ten years the Rotary Club of Dearborn has awarded a total of more than $150,000 in scholarships to help students from the local community. This is just one of the many ways that Rotary seeks to fulfill its mission of “Service Above Self.”

“So You Think You Can Sync?” begins at 7 p.m.on Thursday, October 28, 2010, in the Fordson High School Auditorium at 13800 Ford Road in Dearborn.

Last year’s family-friendly performances featured a strong lineup of “celebrity” talent fronm the City of Dearborn, Dearborn Public Schools, Divine Child High School, Dearborn Chamber of Commerce and other community leaders, including Rotarians. This year’s performers include Brian Whiston, Mayor John B. (Jack) O’Reilly, Jr., Jennifer Giering, Renault Arseneau, Barbara McAuliff, Oussama Baydoun, Debbie Dingell, Mark Shooshanian, Morris Goodman, and the Snow School Staff. Advance tickets may be purchased from any Dearborn Rotarian. The cost for adults is $12 and students and seniors pay a discounted price of $10. The goal for this year’s event is to raise $10,000 toward the annual scholarship awards.

About Dearborn Rotary

Established in 1923, the Dearborn Rotary Club is one of 33,000 clubs located in more than 200 countries worldwide. Rotary is the world’s first and largest international service organization, founded in 1905 by Paul P. Harris, a lawyer, in Chicago, Illinois. The Dearborn Rotary Club meets every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the Fairlane Club on Hubbard Drive in Dearborn. Guests are always welcome.

Rick Snyder, Republican candidate for governor, will be the keynote speaker for the Thursday, October 7, 2010, Business Builder Breakfast sponsored by Oakwood Healthcare System.

Snyder, the self-proclaimed “One Tough Nerd,” will discuss his 10-point plan to reinvent Michigan.

To register, click HERE.

EVENT INFORMATION

– Business Builder Breakfast

Fairlane Club, 5000 Fairlane Woods Drive, Dearborn, MI 48126

Thursday, October 7, 2010: 7:30 am – 9:30 am

Cost: $30 Members; $40 Non-Members

Corporate Table of 10 with signage: $400

 AGENDA

7:30 – 8:00 am….Registration & Breakfast

8:00 – 8:10 am….Welcome & Introductions

8:10 – 9:15 am….Speaker & Discussion

9:15 – 9:30 am….Networking

Rick Snyder Bio

Richard D. (Rick) Snyder is CEO, Chair of the Board and co-founder of Ardesta LLC, a high tech venture capital firm located in Ann Arbor. He previously served as CEO and chairman of Gateway, Inc. On July 21, 2009, Snyder announced his campaign for Governor of Michigan as a Republican in the 2010 election.

Rick was born in Battle Creek in 1958 and studied at the University of Michigan, where he earned a Bachelor of General Studies with high distinction in 1977, a MBA with distinction in 1979 and a Juris Doctorate in 1982. He completed his third degree by age 23.

Snyder was employed with Coopers & Lybrand (now PricewaterhouseCoopers) from 1982 – 1991 and was named partner in 1988. In 1989, he was named partner-in-charge of mergers and acquisitions in the Chicago office.

Snyder joined Gateway in 1991 and was named President and COO in 1996. In 1997, he returned to Ann Arbor and founded Avalon Investments Inc., a venture capital company with a $100 million fund. Under his leadership, Avalon went on to invest in 24 technology-oriented startup companies. After a successful capital raise of $103 million, Snyder co-founded Ardesta, an investment firm focused on micro and nanotechnology. Between Avalon and Ardesta, 420 jobs have been created in Michigan and 1,253 nationwide.

Synder’s 10-point plan to reinvent Michigan includes: creating more and better jobs; reformation of Michigan’s tax system; fixing broken government; restoration of cities and control of urban sprawl.

“We will celebrate success if and only if we accomplish these goals,” said Snyder at a recent town hall meeting in Grand Rapids. “The voting public must demand more from its governor and its government. We will accomplish these goals!”

(Source: First United Methodist Church)

The Festival of Quilts at Dearborn's First United Methodist Church.

“Festival of Quilts” takes place on Friday October 8 10:00 a.m.-5:00 p.m. and Saturday October 9, 2010, 10:00 a.m.-4:00 p.m. There is also a silent auction, salad luncheons each day and a crafters’ market.

To enter a quilt for display: click HERE.

Bring your quilt(s) to the church (enter from parking lot behind church) on Wednesday, October 7, 2010 from 1:00 p.m – 8:00 p.m.

Your quilt(s) will be numbered, displayed and listed in the show catalogue.

Quilt pick up takes place on Saturday, October 9, 2009 from 5:00pm-7:00pm

Enter a quilt in our contest ‘Celebrate’ in honor of Dearborn First United Methodist Church’s 200th Anniversary:

Contest Entry Deadline October 1, 2010.

In 2010, the Dearborn Animal Shelter celebrates the 10th Diamond Anniversary of Black Tie & Tails. We invite you to help our rescues sparkle & shine at their brilliant best. The event takes place on Friday, October 22, 2010 from 7 p.m. to Midnight at the The Dearborn Inn.

Presented byMary Ann Wright & Bob Sayles, the gala’s Honorary Co-chairs include:

Congressman John Dingell & Mrs. Debbie Dingell, Detroit Lions Quarterback Drew Stanton & Mrs. Kristin Stanton, Detroit Lions Long Snapper Don Muhlbach & Mrs. Alix Muhlbach, Paws Promenade Commentator: Dan Miller, Fox 2 Sports Director.

It is a milestone year for Black Tie & Tails—one of the most anticipated and premier fundraising events for animal welfare in Southeast Michigan.

Since its inception Black Tie has raised over $760,000, which has directly benefited 20,000 rescues. All proceeds from this “elegant evening for four-footed friends” enable us to provide innovative and quality care for the thousands of homeless animals who find refuge at our Shelter each year. The funds also support the Friends’ many community initiatives, such as Operation Feed Fido, a subsidy program for pet parents to ensure that animals remain in their homes.

The gala evening “facets” include:

• Sumptuous hors d’oeuvres, eclectic entrees, and delectable desserts all prepared by the renowned chefs of the Dearborn Inn—and, of course, flowing champagne and cocktails.

**Please check back for Dinner Menu details

• The Red Carpet Paws Promenade. Featuring our adorable, adoptable dogs and cats. Remember, our feline and canine visitors are all looking for homes. In 2009, 4 cats and 2 dogs found forever families.

• Spectacular Live Auction Items. 2009 live auction highlights included 4 tickets to a performance & results live show of American Idol + stylish accommodations provided by the Ritz-Carlton Marina Del Ray.

• Four Paws Unique Boutique. Featuring one-of-kind items for you and your four-legged friends.

For more information, visit www.dearbornanimals.org

(Source: Green Brain Comics press release)

Green Brain Comics in Dearborn proudly unveils the new group art exhibit in their HEADSPACE Gallery on Saturday, September 25th with an opening reception from 7 p.m. to 10 p.m.

The exhibit entitled “Visions of MODOK” features playful reinterpretations from thirteen local artists. They range from crazy, to even more crazy. “The inspiration for this project” says curator Dan Merritt “came from an annual project at the March MODOK Madness blog”  http://marchmodokmadness.blogspot.com/ MODOK (acronym for Mental Organism Designed Only for Killing) is a fictional character that appears in comic books published by Marvel Comics. The character first appeared in Tales of Suspense #93 (Sep. 1967) and was created by Stan Lee and Jack Kirby.

Contributors include HEADSPACE regulars like Jesse Hughes, Sean Bieri, Heather Hansma, Matt Feazell and many more local artists. It even features a piece from March MODOK Madness curator Pedro Delgado a native Detroiter know residing in New York.

The exhibit opens this Saturday, September 25th with an opening reception at 7 p.m., light refreshments will be served. The art will be on display until December 8th. All pieces are for sale, and will be available for pick up at the end of the show.

The HEADSPACE Gallery is inside Green Brain Comics which is located at 13210 Michigan Avenue in East Downtown Dearborn. For more information check the website at http://www.greenbrain.biz or call 313-582-9444

Take a break from the daily routine, join your neighbors, and bring your kindergarten through sixth grade student to an evening of game playing fun.

The Dearborn Public Schools K-12 Math Committee will host the 1st Annual Family Math Night on Wednesday, October 13, 2010, in the Board Room of the Administration Building, 18700 Audette, Dearborn 48124. The fun starts at 6:30 pm.

Teachers, parents and high school honor students will host parent/student game tables at this carnival like event. Those attending will play fun and educational games that help kids learn and master critical math skills. The games are aligned to the Everyday Math Curriculum and the Grade Level Content Expectations (GLCE). Families who win or purchase math games will leave knowing how to play the games so the fun and learning can continue at home.

“Gone are the days of rote memorization with flashcards and multiplication charts. The evidence is clear, games help learning soar,” commented Christine Rosbury, District Math Coordinator.

The K-12 Math Task Force is charged with preparing every Dearborn student to be successful in Algebra 2 as a graduation requirement. This goal helps to prepare tomorrow’s graduate for success in recession proof fields such as health and technology. While Dearborn teachers have been hard at work implementing strategies aimed at reaching every learner, one of the biggest mental shifts for all stakeholders is creating learning environments where students take risks, grapple with problems, and view errors as learning opportunities.

Today’s student needs computational fluency and problem solving skills. Math games represent an enjoyable way to help students master facts while thinking critically. The Everyday Math Program requires at least 15 minutes of skill practice with games daily. A 2008 study published by Carnegie Mellon University concluded that exposing children to board games produced large and lasting gains in their math skills.

Two upcoming events will explore the lore surrounding local cemeteries.

The Dearborn Historical Museum is hosting a public lecture on Detroit’s Woodmere Cemetery at 7:30 p.m. on Wednesday, Oct. 6 at the McFadden-Ross House. Join author Gail D. Hershenzon as she shares archival images of Woodmere Cemetery to look at the movers, shakers and ordinary citizens who have lived and died through extraordinary circumstances.

On Sunday, Oct. 17, at 1:30 p.m. starting from the McFadden-Ross House, come tour the cemeteries of Dearborn and southwest Detroit. The three-hour bus tour will visit historic Woodmere Cemetery in Detroit where Eddie Slovick and the Ross family are buried; St. Alphonsus Cemetery, where Henry Ford’s grandfather is laid to rest; and finally, Mt. Kelly Cemetery. There is a $25 fee for the tour and includes refreshments afterwards. Space is limited and by reservation only.

For more information on both events or to book your spot on the tour please call 313-565-3000.

(Source: Dearborn Rotary press release)

The Dearborn Rotary Club will host the fifth annual Hugh Archer Golf Outing and Banquet at Dearborn Hills Golf Course on Thursday, August 26, 2010. The event helps to raise funds for the Hugh Archer Memorial Scholarship, named in memory of the longtime Rotarian and Dearborn resident who passed away in 2005 at the age of 91.

“We still have room for golfers looking for a fun outing with friends while supporting this worthwhile cause,” said Roger Miller, chairman of the golf outing committee.

Archer was a registered professional engineer whose many achievements included inventor, scientist, entrepreneur, banker, businessman, ham radio operator, sportsman, and humanitarian. He held several leadership positions in Rotary and served as president of Rotary International, the world’s largest service organization with more than 1.2 million members.

In addition to his Rotary service, Archer was active with the YMCA, Boy Scouts of America, Henry Ford Hospital, the Dearborn Schools and many other organizations. He was founder and chairman of Spiratex Company, a plastics extrusion company in Romulus, Mich.

To celebrate Archer’s many achievements and commitment to community service, an annual scholarship award is presented to a high school senior attending a public or private high school within the Dearborn School District boundaries. Selection is based on the student’s academic achievement, leadership, and community service.

“Mr. Archer’s motto was always ‘Enjoy Rotary’,” added Miller. “This outing provides a great way for everyone to do that.”

A foursome package that includes lunch, golf and dinner banquet is $480 or $125 per golfer. Sponsorships start at only $100.

To sign up as a golfer or sponsor for the August 26 event or obtain more information, visit the Club’s Web site at www.dearbornrotary.org or email Rogerhmf@aol.com

About Dearborn Rotary

Established in 1923, the Dearborn Rotary Club is one of 33,000 clubs located in more than 200 countries worldwide. Rotary is the world’s first and largest international service organization, founded in 1905 by Paul P. Harris, a lawyer, in Chicago, Illinois. The Dearborn Rotary Club meets every Thursday from 11:30 a.m. to 12:45 p.m. at the Fairlane Club on Hubbard Drive in Dearborn. Guests are always welcome.

The Dearborn Public Library Foundation will be hosting a Children’s Book and Author Luncheon featuring award winning Michigan author and illustrator Mark Crilley on Saturday, August 21.

The luncheon is scheduled for noon at Park Place Banquet Hall, 23400 Park St.  in Dearborn.

Tickets are $25 for adults and $20 for children, 12 and under, and can be purchased at any Dearborn Public Library and on the Library Foundation website HERE.

As a community service, Henry Ford Community College will present a free workshop on interviewing on Wednesday, July 21 from 2 p.m. to 3:30 p.m. at the Michigan Technical Education Center (M-TEC), located at 3601 Schaefer.

To register, or for more information, please call 313-845-9820.