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Five Things You Need to Know, Nov. 1, 2011

Speak up about safety on Ford Road; book a lunch with Canton Chamber of Commerce; and plan to honor U.S. military.

 

1. Sound Off on Ford Road

The Michigan Senate's transportation hearing on proposed improvements to the Ford Road-I-275-Haggerty intersection is set for 6 p.m. today at Summit on the Park.

For details call Canton Township Supervisor Phil LaJoy's office at 734-394-5185.

2. Chamber Hosts Doug Rothwell

The Canton Chamber of Commerce networking luncheon is set for 11:30 a.m. Wednesday at Summit on the Park. Doug Rothwell, president and CEO of Business Leaders for Michigan is scheduled to deliver the keynote.

Tickets cost $20 per person with reservations, $25 at the door for members. Non-members pay $30. For reservations email admin@cantonchamber.com or call 734-453-4040.

3. Plymouth-Canton Marching Band at State

Plymouth-Canton Marching Band goes to Michigan Competing Bands Association's state finals Saturday at Ford Field, 2000 Brush St. Detroit.

PCMB is scheduled to perform at 10:30 a.m.; awards are set to be presented at 11:15 a.m.

4. Honor the Military

Canton's annual Salute to Service program is set for 7 p.m. Nov. 11 at Village Theater at Cherry Hill. The show honors both veterans and active duty members of all branches of the military. Doors open at 6 p.m. so visitors can peruse military memorabilia displays. Michigan Military Moms plan to collect items to fill care packages for men and women serving overseas.

Call 734-394-5460 or visit Cantonfun.org for details.

5. VFW Bazaar Canceled

The Mayflower/Lt. Gamble VFW Post 6695 Ladies Auxiliary's holiday bazaar, set for Sunday, has been canceled.

Related Topics: Canton Chamber of Commerce, Ford Road Safety, Plymouth-Canton Marching Band, Summit on the Park Michigan Senate, and Village Theater at Cherry Hill
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