COMMUNITY CALENDAR
Sumpter Fire Department plans annual family Open House
The Sumpter Township Fire Department will host the annual Open House from noon until 4 p.m. this Sunday, Oct. 11. During the family event, the firefighters are collecting new and gently used winter coats, hats, gloves, boots, and other winter gear for local children and families who may need a helping hand this winter. The day includes a children’s fun zone and games and fire truck tours. The fire station is located at 20550 Sumpter Road in Belleville.
Church hosts Rummage Sale
First United Methodist Church in Plymouth will host a two-day rummage sale this month.
The sale will continue from 11 a.m. until 7 p.m. on Tuesday, Oct. 20 with a bag sale from 3 until 5 p.m. On Wednesday, Oct. 21, the sale hours will be 9 a.m. until 5 p.m.
The church is located at 45201 North Territorial Road, Plymouth
Sale items include clothing, household goods, books, toys, and décor.
For more information, call (734) 453‑5280.
Halloween Safety Night set
The Sumpter Township Fire Department and Sumpter Township Police Department will be on hand from 6 until 8 p.m. Oct. 31 to check trick-or-treat candy for safety.
Winter gear collected will be distributed during the evening.
The fire station is located at 20550 Sumpter Road in Belleville.
Fire Department Open House set before trick or treating
The Canton Fire Department will host an Open House at Fire Station No. 1 from 11 a.m. until 2 p.m. Oct. 10. Fire trucks and equipment will be on display and the Fire Safety House will be open along with other family friendly activities.
The Heritage Park Trick or Treat Story Trail located behind the fire station will be open from 1 until 4 p.m. and fire crews will be distributing treats to visitors. Registration is required for the Trick or Treat Story Trail. Visit cantonfun.org for more information and to register.
Shred Day in Canton
Michigan Schools and Government Credit Union will host a Shred Day event from 9 a.m. until 1 p.m. On Saturday, Oct. 17 at the branch located at 44530 Ford Road in Canton. The public can bring up to five boxes or bags of confidential documents that will be destroyed and recycled securely and efficiently. For more information, visit https://www.msgcu.org/member-
Pumpkin Palooza planned
The annual downtown Plymouth Pumpkin Palooza will take place from 11:30 a.m. until 2:30 p.m. Sunday, Oct. 18.
Families are invited to dress up and enjoy trick-or-treating at participating downtown businesses, along with fun activities and entertainment throughout the event.
