Farmington, MI

Here is an announcement from

REIA of Oakland
A Non-Profit Real Estate Investment Group
Serving Wayne, Oakland, and Macomb Counties Proudly Presents
January 8, 2009
Strategies for Property Tax Assessment Appeals
with
David E. Nykanen, Esq. Due to the economic challenges we are facing in Michigan, property tax assessments have become an important topic for investors and homeowners alike. David E. Nykanen is a shareholder with Steinhardt, Pesick & Cohen, P.C. His practice areas include property tax appeals, real estate transactions, zoning law, land use and corporate and commercial litigation. David will be discussing appealing property tax assessments to your local board of review,including the procedures and deadlines for filings up to and including the Michigan TaxTribunal. Be sure to bring your questions and join us at our January meeting.
The meetings begin at 6:00pm with an hour of networking and an informal Early Bird Q&A session. The seminar portion of the meeting runs from 7:15-9:30pm.
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If you are thinking about becoming a landlord, a flipper of investment property, or thinking about buying investment properties I can't say enough about joining REIA of Oakland county, Michigan. A great group that helps it's members and the public get educated about real estate investing.

About REIA of Oakland County Michigan Thank you for your interest in the Real Estate Investors Association of Oakland. REIA of Oakland is a non-profit organization founded in 1981 run entirely by volunteers. Our goals include providing education to our members, providing professional networking, and monitoring the political and legislative environment as it affects the real estate investment business. Our meetings are held on the second Thursday of each month at the MSU Management Education Center in Troy, 811 West Square Lake Road Troy, MI 48098

The meetings begin at 6:00pm with an hour of networking and an informal Early Bird Q&A session. The seminar portion of the meeting runs from 7:15-9:30pm. Each month we have a different guest speaker, including national speakers on topics useful to real estate investors. The formal presentation is followed by a question and answer session. In addition to free admission to our monthly meetings, joining REIA has many benefits for real estate investors from novice to pro. Visit their membership page here for more details about the benefits of membership. Non-Members are welcome at the monthly meetings. The monthly seminars are free for members and $20.00 for non-members _________________________________

Take the time and go to this seminar. You won't regret it. I am going for the second time.

Russ Ravary

Your Metro Detroit real estate specialist.

Enjoy Hay Day at Heritage Park

Enjoy the beauty of autumn with your family at Hay Day in Heritage Park, Farmington Hills, MI. Stay warm and roast marshmallows at Farmington Hills' largest campfire or take a hayride and paint a pumpkin. Tour a Fire Engine, jump on the Parkey bouncer, create a craft project, or take a walk on the trails and enjoy the colors of the season. Over the past nine years, 18,000 people have attended Hay Day - come join in the fall fun!

WHAT:Hay Day WHEN:Tuesday, October 7 5 - 8 p.m.

WHERE: Heritage Park in Farmington Hills Located on Farmington Road between Ten and Eleven Mile Roads. Attendance at the event is FREE and so are the marshmallows! There is a charge for hot dogs, s'mores, apples, beverages, and pumpkins. For more information, call 248-473-1800.

Fall Plant and Seed Swap Sept. 27

Would you like to trade in your extra daisies or daylilies and get other interesting perennials in return? Then head to the Farmington Hills Beautification Commission's Eighth Annual Fall Plant Swap on Saturday, September 27 from 8:30 to 10:30 a.m. Rain or shine, the event will take place in the Farmington Hills City Hall parking lot on the southwest corner of Eleven Mile and Orchard Lake Roads.

Come prepared with gloves, wagons, and your favorite plants and seeds to exchange. This is a great opportunity to meet other local gardeners and to take home some new and different plants. Members of the Beautification Commission and members of several local garden clubs will be on hand to answer questions and offer refreshments.

For more information, call Charmaine Kettler-Schmult of the Farmington Hills Planning Office at 248-871-2543

Fall Fashion Show and Luncheon to Benefit the Longacre House on Oct. 2

The 39th Annual Fall Fashion Show to Benefit the Longacre House will be held October 2 at the Glen Oaks Country Club in Farmington Hills. Doors open to the Fashion Boutique at 10:30 a.m. with the luncheon and Fashion Show beginning at noon. Fashions will be provided by Coldwater Creek at Laurel Park.

The Fashion Show is sponsored by Friends of the Parks, a non-profit community service organization that promotes and enhances the City of Farmington Hills parks system. Proceeds from the annual Fashion Show will go toward restoration and upkeep of the historic Longacre House, which was acquired by the City of Farmington Hills in 2006.

The original Longacre House was built in 1869, but many rooms were later added to make it the beautiful 20-room Georgian mansion that it is today. The City of Farmington Hills has made extensive improvements over the past two years, including landscaping and interior renovations.

The Longacre House provides a way to step back in time to an era of sophisticated charm and elegance. Not surprisingly, it has become a popular venue for weddings, showers, and special events. The Longacre House also hosts popular programs such as Victorian teas, cooking shows, and music lessons.

Tickets to the 39^th Annual Fall Fashion Show to Benefit the Longacre House are $35. Charge tickets by calling 248-477-8404 or mail your check made out to "Friends of the Parks" to The Longacre House, 24705 Farmington Road, Farmington Hills, MI 48336.

To view a slide show or virtual "mini-tour" of the Longacre House, please go to www.longacrehouse.org.

Here are just a few of the events that Farmington puts on for it's residents. So come on out and enjoy yourself with your neighbors. For more on Farmington real estate or search Farmington homes for sale go to my websites or give me a call.

September 11 Patriot Day Ceremony to be held in Farmington Hills

A Patriot Day ceremony will be held on Thursday, September 11 at 5:30 p.m. in Heritage Park located on Farmington Road between Ten and Eleven Mile. The American Legion Post #346 of Farmington will present the annual 9-11 ceremony to honor those who served our country in the past and also to honor the men and women who currently serve in the American armed forces throughout the world.

In the U.S., Patriot Day occurs on September 11 of each year, designated in memory of the nearly three thousand people who died in the September 11, 2001 terrorist attacks. Organizer Wally Christensen, chaplain and past commander for American Legion Post #346, asks community members to set aside this day to show their support. "During this memorial service, the American Legion will honor local citizens from all walks of life who have served to preserve our generation and all future generations," said Christensen.

Local officials will take part in the ceremony along with police, fire, clergy, active and reserve military units, veterans, and youth groups. For more information, call 248-871-2500.

Many Faces, One Future Our Community's Heritage

Farmington/Farmington Hills Multicultural Multiracial Community Council presents its 8th Annual Heritage Week October 6-12, 2008On October 6 - 12, 2008, the Farmington/Farmington Hills Multicultural Multiracial Community Council (MCMR) will host the community's 8th annual Heritage Week. The goal of Heritage Week is to unite the community by exploring all backgrounds - from historical inhabitants to the current residents who comprise the many cultures which are the fabric of Farmington and Farmington Hills. In a world too frequently divided by our differences, it is also the continuous goal of MCMR to highlight the commonalities of all residents. Please join MCMR October 6th - 12th to share your background and learn about those of others.

The week's schedule will include the following events:

October 6 - 12: Introduction of Heritage Week from local faith leaders in their places of worship

October 7: Japanese Tea Ceremony Demonstration - Longacre House - 1 - 3 p.m. - reservation only, limited seating, 248-871-2512

October 7: Cultural Competency Workshop - 3 - 5 p.m. - Maxfield Training Center, 33000 Thomas Street, Farmington

October 8: Student Dialogue Kick-off

October 5 - 8: "Kiterunner" - Civic Theater (See Theater for show times)

October 9: "Kiterunner" Movie Discussion & Dinner - Maxfield Training Center, 33000 Thomas Street, Farmington

5 p.m. movie showing

7 p.m. dinner and discussion

October 10: Swearing-In Ceremony for New Citizens - Costick Activities Center, 28600 11 Mile Rd., Farmington Hills - 10 a.m.

October 12: Heritage Festival - 12:30 - 5 p.m.

Fashion parade, continuous entertainment, food, cultural and organizational booths, restaurants, art exhibit, children's crafts and activities. New for this year's Heritage Week is the Japanese Tea Ceremony, the movie "Kiterunner," student dialogues, and a mural exhibited at the Costick Center developed by students from local schools. All events are free, except food and adult craft purchases at the festival. Details about all events are available on the MCMR web site: www.mcmr.org or call the MCMR help-line at 248-871-2512.

Farmington and Farmington Hills are great places to live whether you are young or old, single, married or have a family. For more on Farmington & Farmington Hills real estate or Metro Detroit real estate visit my websites or email me at info@RussRavary.com for any question

Farmington Michigan is a great place to raise a family. This week Farmington MI celebrates its founding with the Founders festival.

ART ON THE GRAND TO FEATURE

"GEMINI" PERFORMANCE FOR CHILDREN

"Gemini," the renowned children's entertainment act, will perform onstage on Sunday, July 20 at 1 p.m. at Art on the Grand, the fine arts section of the Farmington Founders Festival. Art on the Grand, an interactive family art fair, offers a full range of entertainment from July 18 - 20 at its location on the corner of Grand River and Farmington Road in downtown Farmington.

"Gemini" features twin brothers San and Laz, who have released six recordings for children and won numerous awards from Parents' Choice Magazine, National Parenting Publications (NAPPA), and others. "Fancy That!" their first video, was voted one of the Top 10 children's videos by the American Library Association and Random House. Other recognition includes a 1999 Directors' Choice Award from Early Childhood News.

The brothers Gemini bring to their concerts a natural ease around children, and have an upbeat flair for involving everyone, from tots to grandparents, in the music making. The result is a dynamic show ranging from laughter and boisterous fun, to the magic of hushed lullabies and tender ballads.

Free entertainment at Art on the Grand will feature everything from flamenco dancing to jazz to rock, along with booths showcasing artists from around the country, free face painting, and wandering performers. For more information on Farmington Mi, visit www.foundersfestival.com .

For more on Farmington or Farmington Hills real estate go to www.RussRavary.com or www.DetroitMichiganRealEstateHomes.com

Thinking about moving to Farmington or Farmington Hills. Here is a great way to find out about the city and the city services.

Farmington Hills City Open House, Sunday, May 18, 2008

Come join the fun at the FREE City of Farmington Hills Open House on Sunday, May 18 from noon to 4 p.m. at the City Hall campus on Eleven Mile and Orchard Lake Roads. Here are just a few of the exciting things to do at the Open House:

Police Department

• Tour Police Headquarters, get fingerprinted, see evidence displays.
• Sit in a police car, watch a K-9 Police Dog demonstration, visit the Mobile Command Post.

Fire Department

• Climb on fire trucks, experience a fire with theatrical smoke and practice escape plans in the Smoke House, try on a firefighter's uniform, see a kitchen fire demonstration.
• Learn the basics of CPR and defibrillator use.

Special Services

• Bounce in the Moonwalk, do a craft project, get your face painted.
• Enjoy local elementary school choirs, baton twirlers, pompon teams, and dance groups on the Open House stage.

DPW

• Climb on a garbage truck, street sweeper or dump truck.
• Win a street sign with your name on it, learn about recycling.

47^th District Court

• Tour the building and see the courtrooms.
• Try out "fatal vision" drunk-driving simulator goggles.

City Hall

• Get FREE children's vision screenings from the Lions Club of Michigan.

The Open House will also feature food, games, and prizes. Open House visitors can park at Oakland Community College's east parking lot off Orchard Lake Road and take a free shuttle to City Hall. For more info, call 248-871-2500.

For more on Farmington Hills and Farmington real estate and city information feel free to go to my websites www.RussRavary.com or www.DetroitMichiganRealEstateHomes.com