The Dexter Leader
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PUBLISHED: February 7, 2008
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Friday
A spaghetti dinner and silent auction will be held from 4:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Chelsea High School Commons, 740 N. Freer Rd. A minimum $10 donation, $25 for a family of four is appreciated. All proceeds will support the Chelsea High School softball program.
Tuesday
Faith in Action will have a career advisor available every Tuesday from 12:30 to 4 p.m. at 603 S. Main St. in Chelsea, to help with resume writing, job searching, career research and talent evaluation.
This service is open to anyone who could use help with employment issues. A Michigan Works! computer with up-to-date listings and many other job search aids is available as part of the service. For more information, call 475-3305.
McKune Memorial Library
All events take place at the McKune Memorial Library, 221 S. Main St., Chelsea. For more information, call 1-734-475-8732.
Feb. 13
Valentine's Day Evening Storytime 6:30-7 p.m. KidSpot Drop-in. Join Miss Karen for a special evening storytime about Valentine's Day.
Books and Banter
On the third Thursday of each month from 1:30 to 3 p.m., join us for a lively discussion of new books, old books and everything in between, hosted by Michaelina Brown. Reserved copies of books are available for participants; to get one, call to sign up. "Color of Water" by James McBride. Feb. 21, 1:30 p.m.
Dexter
Friday's
St. Mary Men's Club will hold a fish dinner from 4:30 to 7 p.m. every Friday during lent at St. Mary Catholic Church, 10601 Dexter-Pinckney Rd., in Pinckney. The cost is $9 for adults, $8 for seniors, $4 for children under 12 and $25 for immediate family only. Take-out is also available. For more information, call 734-878-0219.
Friday and Saturday
Twin Masks Theatre Company is performing "Peter Pan" at 7 p.m. on Friday and 2 p.m. and 7 p.m. on Saturday at the Jane Tasch Performing Arts Theatre, 2130 M-36 in Pinckney. Tickets are $8 for adults, $6 for students and senior citizens, and $6 for the 2 p.m. matinee. Advance tickets are available at Pinckney Community Education, 125 Putnam St. Any questions, call Kristine at 517-552-5289 or 734-915-0107 or email kristineesch3@hotmail.com
Saturday
A costume jewelry sale will be held from 9 a.m. to 3 p.m. at Webster United Church of Christ, 5484 Webster Church Rd. in Dexter. Gently used jewelry, priced to sell. All proceeds benefit the Webster Scholars program, which provides scholarships for students in Sanzule Refugee Camp, Ghana, West Africa. Call 734-646-6092 for donations prior to the sale.
The Gala Auction. 6 p.m. The Educational Found-ation of Dexter presents the 20th annual Gala Auction. The event will take place at the Polo Fields Golf & Country Club. Doors open at 6 p.m. Strolling Supper and Auction at 7 p.m. Live Auction at 9 p.m. Ticket includes food, beer and wine. (cash bar available) Tickets available at the Chamber office for purchase, 3215 Central Street. Call 426-0058 for more information.
Sunday
Silver Lake Sporting Clays is having open sporting clay shooting every Sunday from 10 a.m. to 3 p.m. at 8890 Dexter-Townhall Rd., in Dexter Township. Sign-up starts at 9 a.m. For more information, call 734-730-9749 or visit the Web site www.silverlakeclays.com
Tuesday
2008-09 Kindergarten Parent Information Night will be held from 5:30 to 6:15 p.m. at Bates and Cornerstone schools, and a parents-only meeting will be held from 6:30 to 7:30 p.m. at Cornerstone Elementary, 7480 Dan Hoey Rd., in Dexter. For more information, call 424-4120 ext. 2011/2012.
Wednesdays
T.O.P.S. - Take Off Pounds Sensibly weight loss group meets every Wednesday 6:30 p.m. at the Dexter Senior Center, 7720 Ann Arbor St., in Dexter. Open to the public. For more information, call Dorothy at 426-3813.
Friday, Feb. 15
The American Red Cross will hold a blood drive from noon to 6 p.m. at Thomson-Shore, 7300 W. Joy Rd., in Dexter. To schedule an appointment, call 1-800-GIVE-LIFE or visit . Walk-ins are welcome. Donors must be at least 17 years old and 110 lbs. in good health. There will be free juice and cookies for all donors.
A Valentine's Day celebration will begin at 7 p.m. with dinner at St. Andrew United Church of Christ, 7610 Ann Arbor St., in Dexter. Following dinner there will be a ceremony in the sanctuary for couples who wish to renew their wedding vows. "Chordiology," a local barbershop quartet, will finish the evening. Tickets are $12.50 for adults, $5 for youths age 11 and younger, and will be available at the church. For more information, call 426-4980.
Feb. 10
Local rock band Final Domain will perform in the show "EXPOSURE" at Clutch Cargo's (65 East Huron St.) in Pontiac. The tickets are $13 if purchased from a band member or $15-$20 at the door. The doors open at 11 a.m. Final Domain, made up of DHS students, will be performing new material at the show.
Dexter District Library
Dexter District Library is located at 8040 Fourth Street in Dexter. For further information, please call the library at 426-4477.
Winter Story Times
Winter Story Times began on Jan. 14 and runs until March 6. Registration is required and there are still a few openings left. Toddler Story Times are at 10:30 a.m., Monday, Wednesday or Thursday. Preschool Story Times are at 11:30 a.m., Monday or Thursday
Tax forms Federal and state income tax forms are available in the library or on the library's homepage at www.dexter.lib.mi.us.
Friday, Feb. 15
11 a.m. Dan Briere's "Little Creatures" Live Animal Program features animals of the rain forest. For all ages.
Saturday, Feb. 16
10 a.m. University of Michigan's Museum of Natural History presents "Polar Science Adventure," a hands-on workshop for ages 6 and up. Registration is required.
Monday, Feb. 18
7:30 p.m. Book discussion group for adults. "Absurdistan" by Gary Shteyngart. Register by calling 426-4477
Chelsea Senior Center
The Chelsea Senior Center's February events: All programs require pre-registration by calling 475-9242. Most programs are free for members. Lunch is $2.50 at noon.
Feb. 11, Monday at 6:30: Travel Open House. Come to the Senior Center and learn all about the great trips we are taking in 2008! Refreshments and gift
Feb. 13, Thursday a new investment club forming. In these rocky financial times
Feb. 14 Thursday at noon Valentines Day Party. Entertainment by The Happiness Boys. Great music and laughter. Celebrate your February Birthday with us.
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Waterloo Recreation Area
The following are programs and events scheduled at the Waterloo Recreation Area. The Eddy Discovery Center is the headquarters for the WRA and is located at 17030 Bush Road in Chelsea. For more information on program and events call 1-734-475-3170.
Primitive Fire Making: 2 - 3 p.m. Saturday, Feb. 9. Educator and naturalist Shawn Grose will give a presentation on the history of fire making followed by an outdoor demonstration of the bow drill method.
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