Community calendar
Rally on Ridge tomorrow
One of the most popular events in Canton Township is planned for 4 p.m. until 9 p.m. tomorrow, July 25, when the 10th Annual Rally on Ridge takes place.
The event, a fundraiser for the Canton Farmers Market, will feature food trucks, live music, and a Beer Garden, offering a selection of Michigan beers and hard ciders.
Organizers said those who wish to stay for the music should bring their own lawn chairs or picnic blankets as seating is limited.
The fundraising event will take place in and around Preservation Park, as well as on Ridge Road beginning at Roanoke Avenue. For more information, visit www.cantonmi.gov/496.
Romulus seeking heroes
Nominations for the annual Hometown Hero awards are now being accepted in Romulus. The annual awards are presented to individuals who made a real difference in the city. Educators, community members, seniors, neighbors, students, and businesses are all eligible for the award. For more information and qualifications or an application, access fromulsgov.com or UnityAbb@gmail.com
Plymouth Library hosting Popsicles in the Park
The Plymouth District Library is hosting programs in local parks with popsicles, crafts a reading tent and other activities. The next event is set for 6:60 until 7:30 Tuesday, July 29 at Jack Wilcox Park located at Byron and Dewey streets.
Rotary club seeking host families for exchange student
Plymouth Noon Rotary Club members are seeking hosts for a Swedish foreign exchange student for the 2025/2026 school year. The student, Malte, 17, will arrive in the country at the end of August and will attend classes at Plymouth-Canton Educational Park.
A monthly stipend is provided to the student to cover his expenses, and a Youth Exchange Officer (YEO) provides training, guidance, and support to hosts and student.
More information about the Rotary Youth Exchange Program is available from Denise King, Plymouth Rotary YEO at (313) 310-1803 and at: dkingply@gmail.com.
Life-saving classes offered
Romulus residents can register for free a hands-only CPR / AED and Gun Safety course set for 1 until 5 p.m. Sunday, Aug. 3, at the Romulus Athletic Center (Cirrus Room). Join us for How to Save a Life with Romulus Fire Department and Romulus Police Department. Limited seats available so sign-up now. https://romuluspsf.square.
For more information, call (734)941-855.
Craft and merchandise applications available
Applications are now available for craft and merchandise vendors wishing to participate in the Romulus DDA Pumpkin Festival. The festival will take place Sept. 19, 20 and 21. Applications must be submitted by July 1 for consideration. To submit and for more information, visit here- https://www.romulusgov.com/
