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Independent Times
June 2015
Volume 25, No 10
Enjoy those lazy days of summer.
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Things To Do:
For June events at the Ann Arbor District Library, call 734/3274555 or go to www.aadl.org.
June 16
Health and Wellness: Grief
101: What To Expect When Grieving. At Pittsfield Branch, Ann
June 6
Used Book Sale at Dexter Dis- Arbor District Library, Program
trict Library, 3255 Alpine Street, Room. 7 to 8:30 p.m. Presented
Dexter, MI 48130. 734-426-4477. by Arbor Hospice’s Grief Support
The second Saturday of month. 9 Services, this educational meeting
a.m. to 3 p.m. Hundreds of titles, will provide you with the resources
from children through adult, fic- and information you are looking
tion and non-fiction from 25 cents for when coping with the loss of a
loved one. For more information
to $2 each.
call 734/794-5460.
June 12
15th Annual Ann Arbor May- June 18, 19 & 20
or’s Green Fair, Friday, June 12, Annual Rummage Sale at
6 to 9 p.m. Ann Arbor’s down- North Lake United Methodist
town Main Street will be closed Church, 14111 N. Territorial Road,
to car traffic between Huron and Chelsea. Thurs. & Fri. 9 a.m.-6
William streets, remaining open p.m., and Sat. 9 a.m. to 2 p.m. for pedestrians, Green Fair guests Proceeds go to missions and
and displays of environmental in- ministries. For info call 734/475formation, “green” products, live 7569.
music and general enjoyment of
the urban outdoor environment. June 21
For more information visit www. FATHER’S DAY
a2gov.org/greenfair. (See page
If you have calendar items, please
14)
email the who, what, when and
where to: June 13
Researching Your Home’s His- [email protected]
tory. At Downtown Ann Arbor Library, Multi-Purpose Room. 2 to
You can see back issues
3:30 p.m. Wonder what secrets
of Independent Times
yoru house may hold? Who lived
there 25, 50 or even 100 years
on the website at
ago? Patrick McCauley, co-auwww.independenttimes.net
thor of Historic Ann Arbor: an
Architectural Guide will walk you
You will also find a
through his own experience as a
complete copy of the
researcher. The event includes a
German settler story
book signing and copies of Hisfrom Washtenaw County.
toric Ann Arbor: an Architectural
It is in a downloadable
Guide will be available for sale. pdf format.
For more info call 734/327-4555
or www.aadl.org.
INSIDE:
Birding Opportunities
– Page 4
Bug Off: Tips To
Help Eliminate
Dangerous Pests
– Page 6
Leslie Science & Nature
Center Presents Event
Supporting Monarch
Butterflies
– Page 8
Bach Kindergraten
Class of 1939-1940
– Page 10
Recipes
– Pages 12 & 13
15th Annual Ann Arbor
Mayor’s Green Fair
– Page 14
Save The Bees
– Page 15
Advertisers:
• Forest Hill Cemetery
– Page 5
• Dexter Pharmacy &
Village Pharmacy
– Page 9
Independent Times - June 2015 - PAGE 3
From the Editor:
Jim Taylor
June 2015
Volume 25, No. 10
By Low. . .Sell High
I read an article the other day on the current status of the real
estate market in the Ann Arbor area. I must admit the article caused
some stirring of greed in my pocketbook. It seems that there is a very
low inventory of available houses for sale in the Ann Arbor area and
the article mentioned that many houses are being sold at asking price
and even some houses are in a bidding situation where the sellers
have gotten a number of bids over the asking price.
Three years ago Jan and I put our house on the market and at a
price that we thought was fair for all the money we put into the house
and the fact that we live on a desirable lake within twenty miles of
Ann Arbor. Also, the Realtor we hired told us what he thought the
house was worth, which was at a price that favored us (the sellers).
After 60 days in the Fall with only one potential buyer looking at
our house, we decided to take the house off of the market and forget
about selling it.
Now, after reading about the hot sellers market, maybe we should
try again. But, as Jan pointed out, a big problem with that idea is if we
sell we will have to find a place to move to that is going to be priced
to get the top dollar for the sale also. I think we will stay where we
are and enjoy it.
How Old Is Old?
In April of this year I turned eighty and based on the reactions of
many of my friends and acquaintances I really passed a milestone.
My wife, Jan, threw a big party inviting many old friends, all our kids,
grandkids, great-grandkids and neighbors. It was a good time smoozing with everyone and the kids and Jan even chipped in and bought
me a present. How about that!
It was really great seeing everyone and listening to people tell me
that I don’t look that old and how young I look for my age. Maybe 80
is the age that entitles one to gain all the positive thoughts and wishes.
Thanks everyone but I’m not ready to wear my pants up around my
chest. I don’t feel a day over 79.
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Birding Opportunities Abound in
State Parks, Trails and Natural Areas
Spring means bird migration, and that makes for prime
birding opportunities in Michigan’s woods and waters. The
Department of Natural Resources
has pulled together some tips on
enjoying this special time of year
in state parks, trails and natural areas:
• May is the best month to be on
the lookout for colorful warblers
(more than 40 species of warbler
have been observed in Michigan).
Songbird (passerine) migration
peaks in mid-May in southern
Michigan and shortly afterward in
northern parts of the state.
• Watch the weather. Strong
southerly winds can result in good
overnight flights of birds (most
passerines migrate at night––in
fact, in a dark campground, birders might even be able to hear the
flight calls and see birds passing in
front of the moon). When southerly windows run into storm fronts
at night, this can create “fall-out”
conditions where migrating birds
are forced to land. Fall-out can
result in heavy concentrations of
birds in their respective habitats.
• Use your ears. Most spring
migrants can be heard singing this
time of year. Once you start learning some of the songs, it becomes
easier to seek out new birds when
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• Find the right location for the
species you want to see. Just about
any park will have decent habitat
for spring migrants. Many of them
eat bugs, so try to find southernfacing habitat along water bodies (lakes, rivers). Not sure what
parks are near you? Visit www.
michigan.gov/recreationsearch to
find the perfect state park for your
birding interests. In many parks,
birding can be done right from a
campsite, since the flocks typically
will move around in the morning.
• Make it a multi-day adventure. Campers can enjoy birding
while enjoying breakfast and a
fresh cup of coffee. Camping reservations can be made at www.
midnrreservtions.com or by calling 1-800-447-2757.
• Join fellow bird watchers.
The best way to see more birds
is with an extra set of eyes, especially if you tag along with a more
experienced birder.
• Find a checklist for your area.
There are regional field guides, and
many of the mobile birding apps
will allow you to filter by region.
This helps you learn which birds
are likely to be found in your area
(rarities/vagrants are always a possibility).
Those who are new to birding
and want to learn the basics of the
activity before heading out should
search the DNR’s Recreation 101
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calendar at www.michigan.gov/
rec101 for Intro to Birding classes.
These free, hands-on classes cover
everything a starting birder needs
to know.
Here are a few other birding
resources to check out before your
birding adventure:
•
http://www.allaboutbirds.
org - Cornell Lab of Ornithology
- guides and more.
• http://ebird.org - Online database for submitting bird sightings.
See rare-bird alerts for your area
and view species maps, hotspots,
etc.
• http://mibirdrecords.com Official keepers of the MI Checklist and rare bird documentation.
Michigan state parks, trails and natural areas offer plenty of opportunities for birding enthusiasts to spot birds on the move. More than 40
species of warblers have been observed in Michigan.
Choose Ann Arbor’s Landmark Cemetery
Founded by a group of Ann Arbor
businessmen and University of
Michigan professors in 1857,
Forest Hill Cemetery has been
serving the community as a
burial ground and an Ann
Arbor landmark.
The natural beauty of Forest Hill
Cemetery is due to its abundance
of trees––in fact a total of over
1,800 trees and large shrubs
representing 64 difference species
are growing in the Cemetery’s
65 acres of gardens.
Burial lots, indoor and outdoor cremation niches available.
Lot - 1 full burial, or 1 burial and 1 or 2 cremains - $900
Outdoor Niche - 1 cremain - $730
Call for opening and closing fees.
415 South Observatory at Geddes Avenue, Ann Arbor
734/663-5018
www.foresthillcemeteryaa.org
Office Hours: Monday-Friday 9 a.m. to 3 p.m.
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Bug Off: Tips To Help Eliminate Dangerous Pests
A yard that is lush, green and
free of weeds shows evidence of
healthy lawn maintenance. However, many homeowners overlook
an important aspect of lawn care
that can affect not only the health
of the yard, but also your family.
Nuisance pests such as fleas, ticks,
ants, spiders and more can transmit diseases and cause allergic reactions for both people and pets.
Your lawn is the perfect environment in which threatening
weeds, diseases and pests can lurk,
often with harmful consequences.
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Green includes a first application
to significantly reduce the population of active lawn pests, and additional applications every four to
six weeks for lasting control and
ongoing protection.
“Using a professional to help
control lawn pests should be part
of a well-rounded, comprehensive
defense program,” said Bob Mangan, TruGreen director of technical
services. “Because ticks and other
nuisance pests can congregate in
backyards, it is especially important to help protect yourself and
your family so that you can fully
enjoy your outdoor time.”
In addition to a regular treatment program, these tips from the
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Summer Gasoline Rules Take Effect on June 1
Ozone monitoring will return
to eight counties in Southeast
Michigan as extra measures are
implemented to lower smog levels
in the area. Effective on Monday,
June 1, Lenawee, Livingston, Macomb, Monroe, Oakland, St. Clair,
Washtenaw, and Wayne counties
must only sell or disperse gas that
does not exceed 7.0 pounds per
square inch (psi) vapor pressure.
“Summer-formula gasoline has
a two-fold benefit to Michiganders.
It increases our vehicle’s fuel efficiency because the gasoline contains more energy than winter gas
From Previous Page
Centers for Disease Control can
help reduce ticks in your yard:
• Clear tall grasses and brush
around homes and at the edge of
lawns
• Place a barrier of wood chips
or gravel between lawns and wooded areas
• Mow the lawn frequently and
keep leaves raked
• Stack wood neatly and in a
dry area away from the house or
lawn
• Keep playground equipment,
decks and patios away from wooded areas and in a sunny location if
possible
• Remove any trash or debris
from the yard that may give ticks a
place to hide
For more information on protecting your lawn from pests, visit
www.trugreen.com.
Source: TruGreen
and it helps prevent more than 28
tons of smog-causing compounds
from being released into the atmosphere per day,” said Craig Van
Buren, Director of Motor Fuels
Quality and Weights and Measure
program, Michigan Department of
Agriculture and Rural Development. “MDARD inspectors will
conduct on-site testing during the
summer gas season, which begins
on June 1 and ends on September
15.”
This program was introduced
in 1996, due to monitored violations of the National Ambient Air
Quality for ozone, as outlined in
the EPA’s Clean Air Act, in the Detroit area. Anyone who suspects
problems at the pump is encouraged to call MDARD’s 24-hour
hotline for reporting complaints at
1-800-632-3835.
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Leslie Science & Nature Center Presents An Event
Supporting Conservation Of Monarch Butterflies
Leslie Science & Nature Center (LSNC) will present an opportunity to support beautiful migratory Monarch Butterflies at the
Monarch Butterfly Conservation
Kickoff, on-site at LSNC, 1831
Traver Road, Ann Arbor (48105),
on Saturday, June 13 from 1 to 3
p.m.
In preparation for LSNC’s
Monarch Butterfly Migration Festival on September 13, which will
include tagging and releasing butterflies ready for their southern
migration, LSNC will host the
Monarch Butterfly Conservation
Kickoff which is a free event focused on establishing native plants
to provide suitable habitat for our
winged friends. Program attendees will get their hands dirty by
participating in the development
of the LSNC Monarch Waystation
while learning how to create their
own waystations at their homes.
The status of the Monarch
Butterfly has been a popular topic
recently in the scientific community as populations have declined
sharply due to a number of factors, including habitat loss, climate change, and pesticide use.
As pollinators, Monarchs play a
crucial ecological role, and this
program provides an opportunity
to join conservation efforts in a
Photo by Jim Taylor
concrete, hands-on way. Seeing
the progress of long-term conservation programs can often be the
most rewarding type of stewardship, and this event is intended to
go forward on an annual basis.
LSNC’s environmental education and natural science resources
include areas within the site that
are used specifically for learning about insects and insect conservation. Programs such as the
Monarch Butterfly Conservation
Kickoff include educational ele-
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ments about the diversity of wildlife to inspire stewardship, as well
as offering attendees a taste of the
rewarding work of removing invasive plants and planting beneficial
native varieties to provide insects
with food and habitat.
As part of our efforts we have
been seeking support and are excited that many other organizations are jumping in. The Wildflower Association of Michigan
has awarded us a grant that will
provide native plants for this exciting day. Representatives from
Plantwise will be there to assist in
the plantings and answer questions
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about native landscaping. This will
ensure the success of our plantings
as well as visitors how plan to plant
at home. There will also be native
host and nectar plants available
for individuals to purchase. These
plants can be donated and planted
in LSNC’s waystation, taken home
for your own yard or both. Many
hands will make light work while
we expand LSNCs butterfly habitat by planting milkweed on our
site. Attendees will have the satisfaction of contributing to a much
needed conservation effort and
knowledge of how best to support
Monarch conservation in their own
spaces.
Please join us for Monarch
Butterfly Conservation Kickoff on
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Saturday, June 13 from 1 to 3 p.m.
at Leslie Science & Nature Center,
1831 Traver Road, Ann Arbor. This
event is free and limited to ages
8+. Pre-registration is encouraged
at http://www.lesliesnc.org or by
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Bach School
Kindergarten
Class of 1939-1940
ID on some of the kids:
Nanette Emmerick (with
dog Bambi), Mickey Kerr,
Jerry Wagner, Elizabeth
Wenzil, Lois Maugh, George
Mast, Russ Miniges, Tom
Sauer, Hildi Meater, Jim Taylor, Dick Bird, Phil Splitt,
Tom Knight (with thumb),
Charles VanSickle, Kay Lansky, Nancy Hunter, Dorothy
Hunter, Connie Newman, and
teacher Ms. Robinson.
See how many you can pick
out. Photo from Jim Taylor
archives.
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RECIPES:
Mini Ham & Cheese Pizzas
1/4 cup refrigerated Alfredo sauce
4 pita breads (6 inches)
1 cup (4 oz.) shredded Swiss cheese
1 3/4 cup cubed fully cooked ham
1/2 cup shredded part-skim mozzarella cheese
1 Tablespoon minced chives
Spread Alfredo sauce over pita breads. Top with
Swiss cheese, ham, mozzarella cheese and chives.
Place on an ungreased baking sheet. Bake at
350 degrees for 10-15 minutes or until cheese is
melted.
Dilled Noodles
1 1/2 cups uncooked egg noodles
1/2 cup 4% cottage cheese
1 to 2 Tablespoons snipped fresh dill
or 1 to 2 teaspoons dill weed
1/4 teaspoon salt
Dash pepper
In a large saucepan, cook noodles
according to package directions. Meanwhile, combine the remaining ingredients. Drain noodles; add to cottage
cheese mixture and toss gently.
Great as a side dish with hot dogs or
hamburgers.
Reuben Roll-Ups
1 tube (13.8 oz.) refrigerated pizza crust
1 cup sauerkraut, well drained
1 Tablespoon Thousand Island salad dressing
4 slices corned beef, halved
4 slices Swiss cheese, halved
Roll dough into a 12 inch by 9 inch rectangle. Cut
into eight 3 inch by 4.5 inch rectangles . Combine sauerkraut and salad dressing. Place a slice of beef on
each rectangle. Top with about 2 Tablespoons of the
sauerkraut mixture and a slice of cheese. Roll up.
Place seam side down on a greased baking sheet. Bake at 425 degrees for 12 to 14 minutes or until golden.
Snap Peas & Mushrooms
1/2 lb. fresh sugar snap peas
1 3/4 cups sliced fresh mushrooms
1 Tablespoon canola oil
1 Tablespoon teriyaki sauce
In a small skillet, stir-fry the peas and mushrooms in oil and teriyaki sauce until crisp-tender.
Grilled Corn Medley
3 medium ears sweet corn cut into
2-inch pieces
1 medium sweet red pepper, cut into
1-inch pieces
1 medium zucchini, sliced
20 small fresh mushrooms
1/4 cup creamy Caesar salad dressing
1/4 teaspoon salt
1/4 teaspoon pepper
In a large bowl, combine all ingredients; toss to coat. Transfer to a disposable foil pan.
Grill, covered, over medium-hot heat
for 5 minutes; stir. Grill 3 to 5 minutes
more or until vegetables are tender.
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Beef in Mushroom Gravy
2 to 2.5 lbs. boneless beef round steak
1 to 2 envelopes onion soup mix
1 can 10 3/4 oz.) condensed cream
of mushroom soup, undiluted
1/2 cup water
Mashed potatoes, optional
Cut steak into six serving-size pieces; place in a 3-quart slow cooker. Combine the soup mix, soup and water; pour
over beef. Cover and cook on low for 7
to 8 hours or until meat is tender. Serve
with mashed potatoes if desired.
Berries & Cream Desserts
1 loaf (10 3/4 oz.) frozen pound
cake, thawed
1 package (3 oz.) cream cheese, softened
1 cup marshmallow creme
1 cup sliced fresh strawberries
1 cup fresh blueberries
Cut pound cake in half. Cut one half into
1/2-inch cubes (save remaining cake for another use).
In a small bowl, beat the cream cheese
and marshmallow creme until smooth
In four small serving dishes, layer the
cake cubes and fruit. Top with cream cheese
mixture. Chill until serving.
Overnight French Toast
1 loaf (1 lb. ) cinnamon-raisin bread, cubed
1 package (8 oz.) cream cheese, cubed
8 eggs, lightly beaten
1 1/2 cups half-and-half cream
1/2 cup sugar
1/2 cup maple syrup
2 Tablespoons vanilla extract
1 Tablespoon ground cinnamon
1/8 teaspoon ground nutmeg
Place half of the bread cubes into a greased
13 inch x 9 inch baking dish. Top with cream
cheese and remaining bread
In a large bowl, whisk the remaining ingredients until blended. Pour over the top. Cover
and refrigerate overnight.
Remove from the refrigerator 30 minutes
before baking. Cover and bake at 350 degrees
for 30 minutes.
Uncover; bake 15-20 minutes longer or until a knife inserted near the center comes out
clean.
No-Cook Coconut Pie
2 packages (3.4 oz. each) instant vanilla
pudding mix
2 3/4 cups cold milk
1 teaspoon coconut extract
1 carton (8 oz.) frozen whipped topping,
thawed
1/2 cup flaked coconut
1 graham cracker crust (9 inches)
Toasted coconut
In a large bowl, whisk the pudding mixes,
milk and extract for 2 minutes. Fold in whipped
topping and coconut.
Pour into the crust. Sprinkle with toasted
coconut. Chill until serving.
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15th Annual Ann Arbor Mayor’s
Green Fair Takes Place Friday, June 12, 2015
The City of Ann Arbor mayor’s office is hosting the 15th annual Mayor’s Green Fair on Main
Street Friday, June 12, 6 to 9 p.m.
to celebrate our community’s environmental leadership as exhibited
by citizens, nonprofits, government and businesses. Because of
the popularity of this event, the
mayor’s office is looking for volunteers to help with event setup,
end-of-night cleanup and more.
Anyone interested in helping out
and/or additional information can
call Christine Schopieray in the
mayor’s office at 734/794-6161,
extension 41602.
Ann Arbor’s downtown Main
Street will be closed to car traffic between Huron and William
streets, remaining open for pedestrians, Green Fair guests and
displays of environmental information, “green” products, live
music and general enjoyment of
the urban outdoor environment.
Information, entertainment and
hands-on activities for all ages
will be provided. Live music will
be performed by Paul’s Big Radio,
Grave Sites
$1,000 Discount
Regular price $1,990 each
Now Only
$990 per site.
Located in Garden G at Washtenong
Memorial Park
1, 2, 3 or 4 sites available
Private Owner – Call 810-231-3038
and local vendors will sell organic
food on Liberty Street near Main
Street.
The Green Fair hosts four related events:
• Dance for the Earth Celebration will be hosted by the Ecology
Center in collaboration with the
Arbor Brewing Company. Proceeds raised from the event will
benefit the Mary Beth Doyle Environmental Health Fund supporting
clean air, safe consumer products
and women’s and children’s health
campaigns.
• The Environmental Leaders
Areas showcases environmental
nonprofit organizations, government agencies and participating businesses that
have earned the “WasteKnot” partner designation
from Washtenaw County. Many of the exhibit areas will provide information and host hands-on activities for all ages, such as environmental information, crafts and live birds of prey demonstrations.
• The Clean Energy Expo, coordinated by the
local nonprofit organization Clean Energy Coalition, provides a forum for innovative energy-saving
designs and actions, including displays of alternative fuel vehicles, demonstrations of green building materials, solar energy installations, renewable
energy installations and more.
•The Green Commute Area, sponsored by the
getDowntown Program, showcases a variety of
ordinary and innovative sustainable transportation
choices––ranging from ArborBike, the new bike
share program for Ann Arbor, to AAATAs hybrid
buses and Zipcars. Valet bike parking will be offered.
Green Fair 2015 is a zero-waste event. For
more information visit www.a2gov.org/greenfair.
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