Reminder: LEAP + EPA Community Workshop — FRIDAY, MAY 18 9:30p-12:30p

Hello LEAP Stakeholders-

This year, LEAP was one of 10 applicants selected throughout the US to receive technical assistance as part of the United States Environmental Protection Agency Office of Sustainable Communities Building Blocks for Sustainable Communities Program.
http://www.cnt.org/news/2012/01/18/cnt-to-assist-communities-in-promoting-green-infrastructure/

On Friday, May 18, 2012, LEAP will be hosting a workshop in partnership with the Center for Neighborhood Technology from 9:30a-12:30p at the Northeast Guidance Center (2900 Conner Street, Detroit, Michigan 48215). The purpose of this workshop is to help broaden community members’ understanding of green infrastructure programs (GIPs), their benefit to the community and city and share tools that help demonstrate the value of GIPs. This is an excellent opportunity for community stakeholders (residents, business owners, faith-based, social and academic institutions) to learn more about different green infrastructure programs and ideas, ask questions and provide feedback that will be useful for supporting, implementing and replicating GIPs in the LEAP district and beyond.

Please help get the word out for this workshop! Invite your neighbors, relatives and friends to come learn more about how green infrastructure can transform communities. For questions or to RSVP, email leapdetroit@gmail.com.

More information available here: http://personal.crocodoc.com/4tfTymT

SAVE THE DATE!

The Villages Real Estate Tour will this Sunday, May 20, 2012 from 2pm-5p.  Registration will be at Waldorf School on 2555 Burns, Detroit MI  48214 in Indian Village.

The Villages is comprised of 6 neighborhoods:

• Indian Village

• West Village

• Gold Coast (condos and apartments on Jefferson)

• Islandview Village (Grand Blvd being the main street in Islandview)

• Joseph Berry Sub (home of the Manoogian Mansion, and Kid Rock’s new home on the water)

• East Village  (east of Indian Village)

 Housing options in the Villages are plentiful, with “Something for everyone”.  From Studio apartments for rent to 10+ Bedroom Mansions for sale, there are many wonderful opportunities to Live in the Villages.

 2 guided bus tours will also be held for those who would like to get a chauffeured tour of the Villages.  Points of interest in ALL 6 neighborhoods, some homes, condos and rentals will be toured.   Cost for the BUS tour is $5 and is first come first serve, registration on site.  RSVP to the Villages Events Line 313-486-2900, (although it doesn’t reserve a specific spot), must arrive early to register to assure a seat on the bus, should you choose to get on the bus! If not, you can tour some of the open condos and apartment buildings on your own.

 Some Condos, Apartments and  a FEW Single family homes may be held open (depending on availability)with a emphasis on rentals and condos! A list of available housing, will be provided on site.

The Villages will provide real estate information about available properties and a map of the area toured.  Also appearing at the event site will be representatives of neighborhood associations and other community groups, as well as access to the following mortgage, investment and lending professionals: Great Lakes Mortgage Funding, Northwest Property and Investment Corporation, and Southwest Lending Solutions.  Villages neighbors and friends will be on hand to chat and answer questions about life in this historic and charming waterfront neighborhood.

Bring your bier-starved bodies down to the Tashmoo Biergarten for a spring fling May 19-20. Same great location.

Who:
It’s a family-friendly event, but you must show ID to purchase beer tickets and get your wristband (sorry, no dogs allowed inside the fence – city rules!).

Cost:
- Free entry
- 1 ticket = $1
- Bier = 4 or 6 tickets
- Water – 1 ticket
- Food – cash only

Featured Michigan Brewers (subject to change):
- Atwater
- Milking It
- New Holland
- Bell’s
- Jolly Pumpkin

Games:
- Chess
- Checkers
- Cornhole

Garten Rules:
- No smoking
- 21 and over to purchase bier tickets – must have tickets and wristband to be served
- No dogs, Littering, Soliciting, Bikes (use the provided bike racks), Outside food or beverages
- Shirt, shoes, pants and/or shorts required at all times
- Alcohol must remain in the biergarten
- Treat our neighbors as you would treat yours
- Tashmoo reserves the right to refuse service. To anyone.