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The Ann Arbor Commission on Disability Issues is Seeking Commissioners
by monkk
Are You:
● A Disability Advocate
● Physically Challenged
● Developmentally Disabled
● Blind or Visually Impaired
● Deaf or Hard of Hearing
● A Person with a Chronic Disease
● A Care Giver
Become a Commissioner!
The purpose of the Ann Arbor Commission on Disability Issues is to promote and advocate for equal opportunities for all individuals with physical, mental and/or emotional disabilities, including full accessibility in Ann Arbor facilities, programs, businesses and organizations. The Commission addresses issues of significance to the local disability community, through effective committee work and collaboration. Commissioners serve a 3-year term requiring an appointment by the Mayor with approval from City Council. Ann Arbor residents are given priority consideration, but non-residents will be considered if they are viewed to fill a gap on the commission.
Meetings are open to the public and can also be viewed on Community Television Network (CTN)-Comcast Cable Channel 16. You can also view CTN videos On Demand by going to a2gov.org. Public meetings are held at City Hall on the third Wednesday of every month starting at 3:15pm
If you would like an application to apply for a seat on the Commission contact the Mayor’s Office at 734-794-6161 or visit the Resource Page at a2gov.org/disabilityresources. If you want more information about being a commissioner e-mail a2disabilityissues@gmail.com.
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Find Out How to Cut Costs & $ave!
by Beth Manuel
Want to learn how to save money on your energy and water bills? Join us Wednesday, February 4th at 7:00 PM @ Malletts Creek Branch! If you're a DTE customer, you can receive a free, in-home assessment from them that provides you with items that can start saving you money on your utility bills pronto. In fact, you can borrow one of our energy meters to find out exactly which of your appliances or electronics are the energy-suckers. What sorts of items are provided by DTE, you ask? A whole bunch of new compact fluorescent light bulbs in a variety of styles; water-saving faucet aerators & shower heads. Learn all about the complimentary DTE Home Energy consultation and sign up for one for your home.
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PIT Count Debrief
by Sunny29
Following the bi-annual PIT count that took place (today) January 28th, the Office of Community and Economic Development will be hosting a community debrief at Washtenaw Community College’s Morris Lawrence building. The discussion will include a preliminary review of the PIT data, as well as a discussion on next steps in order for Washtenaw County to reach its goal of ending veteran and chronic homelessness as part of the Zero:2016 campaign. Coffee will be served and the public is encouraged to attend. Please contact Laura Urteaga-Fuentes if you have questions: urteagal@ewashtenaw.org or 734-544-3052
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Center for Japanese Studies Special Event
by Beth Manuel
Each year, approximately 30,000 Japanese die by suicide, a rate nearly double that of the U.S. The Center for Japanese Studies is hosting a local effort to educate the public about this problem by sponsoring a series of three free events over three days that combines film, lecture and discussion. It begins Thursday, February 5th, 12-1:30 at the School of Social Work with four brief presentations by Japanese Studies experts and U of M faculty, under the theme "Beyond
Seppuku: A multidisciplinary Context to Suicide in Japan". On Friday, February 6th from 6:00-8:00 PM will be the screening of the award winning documentary Saving 10,000: Winning a War on Suicide in Japan at Palmer Commons. A discussion on suicide issues in the Japanese population will be led by a diverse panel after the screening.On Saturday, February 7th from 10:00 AM-Noon at the Holiday Inn, Livonia this film will be screened and the discussion afterword will be in Japanese. For more information email: umcjs@umich.edu
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AADL Songsters in the news!
by valerieclaires
This week, the AADL was featured in the Ann Arbor Public Schools News when students from Clague Middle School performed in the Multi-Purpose Room as part of our AADL Songsters program.
With their teacher Jeff Gaynor and local musician Nan Nelson, students learned to dance the Troika and perform two songs as part of a World Cultures and geography unit on Russia. Круто! Клево!
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Workshop: Top 10 Tips for New Entrepreneurs
by monkk
The Greater Washtenaw Region Michigan Small Business Development Center will be holding a workshop for new entrepreneurs on Tuesday, January 27 from 3 pm to 4:30 pm at the Washtenaw Community College Entrepreneurship Center in the Plant Operations building, room PO 120. The workshop, titled Top 10 Tips for New Entrepreneurs, will provide information on the basics of entrepreneurship including the mindset of an entrepreneur, pitching, mentorship, budgeting, planning and executing, business resources, and more. You can register by calling the Entrepreneurship Center at 734-249-5880 or the Small Business Development Center at 734-477-8765.
Can't attend the workshop but want to learn more about starting a small business? Check out AADL's resources!
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Still Puzzled about Health Care?
by Beth Manuel
Are you or anyone you know still in the market place for health insurance? We will have answers for some of your questions!
Monday January 26, 2015: 7:00 pm to 8:30 pm -- Malletts Creek Branch: Program Room
In partnership with the Washtenaw Health Initiative (WHI) and the U-M group, the Health Policy Student Association, this session will provide information about health insurance options and will also provide information to refer community members to services that can directly enroll people into the coverage they’re eligible for. Some community members are enrolled in coverage that requires re-enrollment each year. The speaker will have information and assistance for attendees to learn about re-enrollment. Enrollment will not be conducted on-site.
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A New Dental Clinic in Washtenaw County!
by Beth Manuel
For folks who are uninsured & low income, dental concerns can be a big pain and we know they can lead to other medical issues. This new clinic, located in the Haab Health Building on Huron Street in Ypsilanti, will serve adults and children who are uninsured or low income, or who are enrolled in Medicaid, MIChild or Healthy Kids. The Dental Clinic is a program of Washtenaw County Public Health in partnership with Michigan Community Dental Clinics (MCDC), St. Joseph Mercy Hospital and the Washtenaw Health Plan and opens in February, 2015. They are now taking appointments. Call 877-313-6232 to schedule. Llame al 877-313-6232 para hacer su cita.
Public Event
Teen Volunteer Orientation
Tuesday June 23, 2015: 2:00pm to
3:00pm
Pittsfield Branch: Program Room
Ages 14-18
Public Event
Teen Volunteer Orientation
Wednesday June 17, 2015: 10:00am to
11:00am
Traverwood Branch: Program Room
Ages 14-18