Community calendar
Grand re-opening of Mary Ann Banks Park Aug. 13
The Grand Reopening of Mary Ann Banks Memorial Park is set for 6 until 8 p.m. Wednesday, Aug 13. The official ribbon cutting is set for 6:30 p.m.
Hot dogs, chips and slushies will be provided by Bubbie’s Pizza. The cookout will be provided by the Rotary Club of Romulus. Face painting, games, pickleball and a martial arts demonstration are also planned. The park is located at 37200 Goddard Road in Romulus.
Hazardous Waste Day set
The annual Hazardous Waste Round-up in Canton Township will take place from 9 a.m. until 2 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 6 at the Canton Division of Public Works Building, located at 4847 Sheldon Road, just south of Michigan Avenue.
This free event is open to Canton residents only and ID will be required. To obtain a detailed list of what is and is not accepted, visit www.cantonmi.gov/248. Participants should be prepared for long lines as this is a high-volume event.
For more information please call ERG at 734/437-9650 or visit www.ergenvironmental.com.
Hike With a Naturalist
All ages can participate in a ‘Hike with a Naturalist” on Saturday, Sept. 6 on the Flodin Nature Trails, located in Flodin Park at Saltz and Morton Taylor Roads in Canton Township.
An expert from Huron-Clinton Metroparks will lead free interactive hikes through the flora and fauna of the nature trails at 10 a.m. and 11 a.m. A scavenger hunt for kids and light refreshments will be served after each session. Online registration is now open at www.cantonfun.org or call (734) 394-5460
Plymouth library will close for summer renovations
Renovations at the Plymouth District Library began in June and continue. The library launched a drive-thru service last month so users can easily pick up books on hold. Renovations will continue throughout the summer.
The library will be closed for main level renovations from Sept. 1 through 14. The main and upper levels will reopen Sept. 15 while lower level renovations begin.
Lower level collections will re-open in October with some areas temporarily cordoned off during the installation of the play space.
More information is available at info@plymouthlibrary.org
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
Summit shut down for annual maintenance
The Summit on the Park will be closed starting at noon Monday, Sept. 1 and will reopen at 7 a.m. Saturday, Sept. 6.
All regularly scheduled classes will resume after the shutdown. For more information, visit www.summitonthepark.org or contact the Summit front desk at (734) 394-5460.
Annual Brews, Brats & Bands set for Sept. 13 in Canton
Brews, Brats, and Bands will return to the Heritage Park Amphitheater in Canton Township next month. The event is planned for 6 until 9 p.m. Saturday, Sept. 13. The amphitheater is located behind the Canton Administration Building at 1150 S. Canton Center Road.
Admission limited to those 21 and older includes seven tasting tokens each good for beer, cider, or seltzer tasting samples, as well as two grilled brats (vegetarian option available), a pretzel necklace-making station, water, chili cook-off tastings, and a commemorative mug. Additional tasting tickets are available onsite. The fundraiser is presented by the Village Arts Factory.
Musical entertainment will be provided throughout the evening by Atomic Radio. Tickets are $45 plus a per ticket service charge and can only be purchased online at Beerfests.com by searching Canton, MI. Designated driver tickets are $15, plus a per ticket service charge. Advance ticket sales are encouraged, organizers said. Only credit cards and debit cards will be accepted at all points of purchase, including limited day of ticket sales at the door (if still available). For additional event details, visit www.cantonfun.org.
Canton Farmers Market now open each Sunday
The Canton Farmers Market has returned to Preservation Park for open-air shopping from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. Sundays, through Oct. 12.
The market has now returned to the renovated Preservation Park 500 N. Ridge Road, for the remainder of the season. No markets will take place Aug. 31, and Sept. 1.
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/
