Friends,
One of the best parts of being City News editor is I get to see all the good we humans do for each other around the holidays. From toy and canned food drives to charity events and volunteering opportunities, my heart is happy.
I’ve always loved the giving time of year and I’m trying to instill that spirit of generosity into my kids. I had them help me donate to the Macomb Foster Closet, which gives foster kids two free wardrobes each year. I love this charity for several reasons. There’s no middle man. Our donations go from our trunk to their shelves. We are helping children in our area. And my kids are adopted. Luckily, they didn’t spend any time in foster care, but it’s a path many children have to take.
What are some of your favorite charities? Why? Let’s see if we can get a shout out to the ones that mean the most to us. Together, we can make an even more caring community.
Rebecca
Yard Waste Pick-up Wednesday
If you are a Waste Management customer, there will be an additional date for yard waste pick-up. On Wednesday, Dec. 18, yard waste will be picked up beginning at 6 a.m. regardless of what day your normal pick-up is.
If you have questions, contact Department of Public Works at 248-391-3777.
They Rule the Roast: Friends Team-Up to Sell Delicious Coffee Online
Mike Kneffel happened to be at a class reunion in 2018 with Paul Mercieca — a boyhood pal from his old Detroit neighborhood — when he asked if Paul’s brother Joe was still roasting his own coffee.
“Joe’s coffee is really good,” replied Mercieca.
Kneffel recalled that Joe had roasted his own coffee in his basement for more than 20 years. “You ought to try some,” Mercieca said.
VinoTalk
Increase your knowledge of Chianti (with or without fava beans) in the latest edition of VinoTalk with local wine expert John Jonna.
Community Center Card
Head-off cabin fever and stop by the Community Center to receive a “Community Center Card” or renew your current Community Center card. Proof of residency is required, and cards are renewed annually.
Cardholders can participate in a variety of city-sponsored programs, special events and other programs. Free Community Center Cards can only be obtained at the Community Center.
