Dine on theVine - Westland Chamber of Commerce

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Serving the Business Community for 54 Years
June 2016 Edition
Dine on theVine
AnElegant Networking & Social Event
Sample fine wines, dine on delicious appetizers, enjoy
art and music....all for a great cause!
Please join us on June 10, 2016 from 6 pm until 9:30 pm
See full page flyer on last page for details!
June Coffee Connection at Block Advisors
Do you have trouble getting out of work in the middle of the day to attend one of the Chamber’s Luncheons?
When 5:00 pm comes around are you just ready to go home, and not come to an After-Hours? Well then you no longer
have an excuse not to be involved, there’s a perfect event for you! A Coffee Connection is an informal gathering of
Chamber Members over coffee. No need to RSVP, no need to sign in when you get there. Just bring plenty of business
cards. This month’s Coffee Connection will be held at Block Advisors (31505 Cherry Hill) from 8:00am – 9:00am,
on Wednesday June 8, 2016. Join us in the morning, pass a few business cards and then head on to work. See you in
the 8th!
Joint Awards Celebration This Month!
Join us on June 21, 2016 for our
annual Awards Celebration! We
will be honoring our First Citizen
of the Year, sponsored by the Observer and Eccentric Newspaper, our Business Person of the Year sponsored by Men on the Move.
We’ll also honor some of our longstanding members
(please see list on page 2). Westland Rotary will be
presenting their Community Champion Award.
Sponsors for this event also include Joy Manor Conference & Banquet Center. The cost of this event is
$15 per person which includes appetizers and open
bar! Doors open at 5:30 pm at Joy Manor (28999 Joy
Rd.). For more information or to reserves your spot
please call the Chamber at 734-326-7222 or email us
at westlandchamber@yahoo.com
2015 Award Winners
Last year’s winners were, from left to right: Westland Rotary’s
Community Champions, Jim Vermeulen and Gary Deak, (Westland
Chamber CEO Brookellen Swope), Business Person of the Year,
Don Nicholson; Westland’s First Citizen, Hank Johnson.
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Awards Honorees List
2016 Executive Board
Dan Martin, Chairman of the Board
Ameriprise Financial ....................734-776-9151
ricardo seir, D.D.s., Immediate Past Chair
Vice Chair Business & Economic Development
Parkside Dental Team...................734-261-6060
sande Godbout, Chair Elect
St. John’s Episcopal Church ...........313-550-7498
Joe Lezotte, Vice Chair of Finance & Operations
Sigma Financial.............................248-442-2323
Jim Hart, Vice Chair of Government Affairs
RSM Technical Solutions................(734) 709-5307
Dr. amanda apfelblat, Vice Chair Community &
Educational Development
Michigan Chiropractic Specialists, PC ...734-838-0353
Don Nicholson
Vice Chair of Marketing & Membership
Don Nicholson Enterprises............734-658-5296
Board of Directors
Gary Bulson
Men On the Move ...........................734-729-6683
ed Duprey,
Great Lakes Trophies.....................(734) 266-1815
Kathy Hurt
Zeal Credit Union ..........................734-522-3700
Dick Isham,
C & M Printing..............................(734) 729-5401
Bruce smoler, D.D.s.
Community Dental Associates ...........734-728-5600
Chamber Staff
Brookellen swope,
President and CEO .....................734-326-7222
Mary Vellardita,
Marketing & Membership ..........734-326-7222
Newsletter Staff
Brookellen swope - Editor
Mary Vellardita - Advertising Sales/Production
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5 years
Fountain Park Apartments
TCF Bank
Community Choice Credit Union
North Bros. Ford, Inc
Mr. Muffler
St. John's Lutheran Church/School
Transphere Inc.
10 years
Technical Hot & Cold
Wayne Ford Civic League
Rose Catering Inc.
Servpro of Westland
Canton Canopies
Parkside Dental Team
Hope HealthCare Center
River Oaks Wealth Advisors
Costco
Time To Play Party Rentals
15 years
Bovitz, CPA, P.C.
15 years continued
Great Lakes Trophies
Community Dental Implant Group
Le'Cakery Bake Shop
Marquis Foodservice, Inc.
20 years
G & L Tool, Inc.
Sharon's Heating & AC
Lovers Lane
Marquette House
25 years
McDonald's
GFS Marketplace
30 years
Glass Unlimited
McDonald's
45 years
Livonia Public Schools
The
Mayor’s Corner
By Westland Mayor
William R. Wild
Dear Chamber Member:
Summer is finally here and that means the City of Westland is buzzing with excitement! Last month we celebrated our 50th anniversary as a city with a day-long celebration that was well attended and enjoyed by our many guests. We still have even
more in store this summer to celebrate this epic milestone.
On Friday, June 10th from 6:00 p.m. to 9:30 p.m. the Westland Chamber of Commerce will be hosting an upscale social event called "Dine on the Vine". The event
will feature wine tasting and food pairing in the beautiful gallery and portico area
of Westland City Hall, located at 36300 Warren Rd. It will be a strolling night that
encourages networking. This year’s major sponsor is Dr. Amanda Apfelblat of
Michigan Chiropractic and the event will be catered by Westland’s Jonna’s Market.
Admission is $30 and tickets can be purchased at the door or the Westland Chamber
of Commerce. Proceeds from the event will go to the Food Pantry of St. John’s
Episcopal Church.
On Thursday, June 16th we will be hosting a family friendly Kick Off to Summer
Splash Bash at Central City Park. The event starts at 5:00 p.m. with free hot dogs,
snacks, water and giveaways. There will also be kids safety activities and you can
check out the latest police and fire equipment. Admission to the very popular H20
Zone will also be free. At 7:00 p.m. attendees will be treated to a special outdoor
showing of Star Wars: The Force Awakens.
Mayor’s Corner continued on next page
Westland Chamber of Commerce
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The
Mayor’s Corner
World Class Care
Right in Your
Own Backyard
By Westland Mayor
William R. Wild
continued from page 2
Westland's premier annual event, Blues, Brews and BBQ is quickly
approaching and will take place on August 4th and 5th. As in years
past, thousands will be treated to some of the Detroit Blues Society’s
most popular acts, amazing barbeque and a wide variety of Michigan’s most popular micro-brews. This year marks a special milestone
as Westland celebrates 50 years as a city. In commemoration of this
momentous event, this year’s Blues, Brews and Barbeque will be
bigger and better than ever before with Westland’s own American
Idol and country music star Josh Gracin headlining the event and
a historic firework celebration on saturday evening. Proceeds
from this event are donated back to area non-profits and community
groups who volunteer to help plan, organize and operate the event.
To date, over $150,000 has been donated to these local organizations.
As you determine what your annual community outreach activities
and sponsorships will be, we humbly as that you consider becoming
a part of this fun and charitable event. As a sponsor, your business
will be promoted in a comprehensive marketing strategy that will be
featured on radio, TV and creative print advertisements and signage
before and during the event.
Westland is home to countless talented and qualified individuals
who may be seeking new employment. If your business is looking
to tap into this talent pool, please consider sharing your job openings
on our Westland Works page on the city’s website. Simply contact
my office with the description of the position and we will be sure to
post it.
Now that the weather has finally warmed for the season, many of
you will be dusting off those golf shoes. Every week we feature Monday Madness at the Westland Golf Course. It is a lunch and a 9-hole
game special. You can always find out more by visiting our website
at www.cityofwestland.com or calling the golf course at (734) 7216660.
In a special partnership with the Westland Chamber of Commerce,
the All American Farmers and Artisans Market is back for the season
and will be held from 3 - 7 p.m. every Thursday in the new, beautiful
Farmer's Marketplace, located in Central City Park. This is the ultimate site for farmers, growers and producers to sell their farm fresh
produce directly to the public.
I encourage you to stay connected with us and abreast of what is
going on in Westland. Visit our website regularly and check out our
calendar of events. Follow us on Facebook and Twitter and always
feel free to contact my office if I can ever be of assistance to you.
Sincerely,
William R. Wild, Mayor
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Events 2000 Team
Takes Top Honors at
Annual Golf Classic
Winning team - Events 2000! Congratulations
to:
Jack McIntosh
Jeff Kropodra
State Rep. Robert Kosowski
Brandon Paris
Golf Classic News continued on next page
Save the Dates: 6th Annual Blues, Brews & BBQ
Friday, August 5, 6 - 10 pm
Saturday, August 6, 12 pm - 10 pm*
The Westland Chamber of Commerce and the City of Westland are excited to announce
the dates of the 2016 All American Blues, Brews and BBQ Event. The event takes place
at Central City Park. *Exciting news...Blues, Brews & BBQ will feature country music
star Josh Gracin and end with a fireworks display on Saturday night!!
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Thank You to All of Our Golf Classic Sponsors & Helpers
CO-SPONSORS
Michigan Chiropractic Specialists, P.C.
WCA Assessing • Buccilli Group LLC
BREAKFAST SPONSOR – Plante & Moran
LUNCH SPONSOR – Westland Car Care Automotive Group
DINNER SPONSORS
Clyde Smith Farms
Crabill & Company
Dearborn Real Estate - Hal Rosin
HOLE SPONSORS continued
Ed Sandia/Palace Foods
Bob & Diane Fritz
Fausone Bohn, LLP
C & M Printing and Imaging
Midway Management
Choice Insurance
Mike Koza
Council Mike Kehrer
Services to Enhance Potential
Council President James Godbout
CIGAR SPONSOR – George Atsalis, D.D.S
David Cox-GSA Property Tax Consultant
PUTTING CONTEST - OHM Advisors
Don Nicholson Enterprises
Dr. Bob and Diane Mathews
DRIVING RANGE - Community Financial Credit Union
BEVERAGE CARTS - Todd Wenzel Buick/GMC of Westland Harlow Tire
Hunter Mechanical
HOLE IN ONE CONTEST SPONSORS:
Independent Carpet One
Frontline Appraisals Inc.
Judge Mark McConnell
Leo's Jewelry
Juenemann Insurance Agency
Westland Police Officers Association
Ken and Carol Sharp
Zeal Credit Union
Krazy Kopz Rentals
My Lady's Florist
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Midwestern Sanitation
Parkside Dental Team
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CORPORATE SPONSORS
Reaction Direct
Bryan Amann PLLC
Sharon's Heating and Air Conditioning
Cintas - The Uniform People
Smoler Institute of Implant Dentistry
Dan and Eve Durack
Ted & Sharon Scott
Hallanhan & Associates
Westgate Auto Parts
Hexagon General Contractors
Westland Rotary
Jack Demmer Ford
WLND - Craig Welkenbach
Parkside Credit Union
You, Me & We, That Make it Happen - Warm Hearts
Toarmina's Pizza
Village of Westland
Wayne County Community College
PRINTING SPONSOR - Key Graphic Solutions
TROPHY SPONSOR - Great Lakes Trophies
HOLE SPONSORS:
Accurate Appraisal and Realty Inc.
Accutech/Detroit Print Shop
Advanced Property Management
Ameriprise Financial - Antoinette Martin
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SPECIAL THANKS TO.....
Barb Marocco
David Cox
David James - National Anthem
Haley Johnson
Lauren Keskovitz
Kathy Hurt - Zeal Credit Union
Nanette McClellan - Servpro of Westland
Renee Morton - Servpro of Westland
Sande Godbout - St. John's Episcopal Church
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Inspire Theatre
Bruises the Bard!
It is funny! Its kooky! And sometimes bawdy.
Building from a witty start to a raucous, hilarious ending, The Complete Works of William
Shakespeare (Abridged) offers a joyful sendup of all the plays of the most well-known
playwright in the English language. Playing on
the recognition that the audience knows of
some of the plays and assuming that the language may have often been difficult to engage
with for many, this play overcomes the bombastic in the Bard by ridiculing some of the
most famous characters and stories in literature.
The first half runs through 36 of Shakespeare’s plays, at about 2 minutes a play. The
second half is the funniest production of Hamlet you are ever likely to see. The actors provide one of the most energetic and
comic stage performances possible. And they involve the audience in ways that give a new dimension to the concept of audience
participation. While you may associate the works of William Shakespeare with a certain degree of class, formality, and sophistication, this play refreshingly and unsurprisingly does not. Director Len Fisher hammers away at the tongue-in-cheek
material, creating a fun, coarse and mostly silly show. In it, the actors move at a frenetic pace, relaying the gist of each play
by any means necessary. Stuffed animals, interpretive dance, and outright irreverence are just a few zany examples. The performances go from outright wacky to farcical. The Capulets and Montagues duke it out in a cat fight, Othello is portrayed in
a hip hop rap, and Macbeth is complete with kilts, golf clubs, and heavy drinking. Those with a wry sense of humor will enjoy
the sarcasm, contemporary references, as well as the in-your-face banter that defines this show.
Originally written for a three person cast, Fisher has cast 10 actors in an attempt to ad dimension to the production. “ We
have a significant number of costume changes and an overabundance of props,” explain Fisher. “The script keeps everyone
busy and keeps the audience guessing about what’s next,” he added.
The play opens May 27 and runs Friday, Saturday, and Sunday for three weekends. Inspire Theatre is located in the Westland
Center For the Arts on Warren Rd in Westland. Tickets are available at inspiretheatre.ticketleap.com. More information can
be found at inspiretheatre.com or by calling 734-751-7057.
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Share your good news or special events with your fellow Chamber members. Just
email your info by the 15th of each month for the newsletter, and we’ll help spread
the word! Send your news to: westlandchamber@gmail.com
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Jonna's Market Westland - Since 2015
Veterans Health and Fitness - Since 2015
Wayne-Westland Do Unto Others - Since 2015
Community Choice Credit Union - Since 2011
Wayne County Community College District Since 2002
Wayne Lawn & Garden Center, Inc - Since 1999
American House Westland Hunter - Since 1997
American House Westland II - Since 1997
Law Offices of Susan F. Widenbaum, P.C. Since 1997
JUNE 2016
Calendar of Events
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734-326-7222 • www.westlandchamber.com
Chamber Events:
June 8
Coffee Connection, Block Advisors,
31505 Cherry Hill, 8-9 am
June 10
June 21
Dine on the Vine 6-10pm, Westland City Hall
36300 Warren Rd. 6 - 9:30 pm. $30 pp
Please RSVP
awards Celebration Joy Manor,
28999 Joy Rd. 5:30-8:30 pm. $15
Chamber Meetings:
June 7
Board Meeting,
Chamber Office, 9 am
June 17
City Meetings
June 1
June 6 & 20
Marketing & Membership / ambassadors
Chamber Office, 9 am / 9:30 am
(in City Hall Chambers, 36300 Warren rd.)
Planning Commission 7:30pm
City Council 7 pm
Community Events:
June 4&5
relay for Life
Central City Park, Sat. 10:30 registration,
Runs until 11 am Sunday
June 2, 9, 23, 30 Westland Farmers & artisans Market
1901 N. Carlson. Open 3pm-7pm
(Note: June 16, the Market is closed for Kick Off to Summer)
June 16
June 23
Kick Off to summer splash Bash
City Central Park/Tattan Park
Pet Palooza special event at
Westland Farmers & artisans Market
1901 N. Carlson. 3pm-7pm
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Commerce Commentary - June 2016
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Below right: Joint Luncheon with the Wayne Chamber of Commerce
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cordially invites you to
Dine on theVine
This upscale networking and social event features
wine tasting and appetizers in the beautiful
Gallery/Patio of the Westland City Hall.
Major Sponsor - Dr. Amanda Apfelblat DC, DACCP
Michigan Chiropractic Specialists, PC
Our Vineyard Sponsors:
Fr. Steve Domienik,
St. John’s Episcopal Church
SGM Dave Laycock,
Veterans Health and Fitness
Sue Mason,
Candidate for Wayne County Commissioner
Domenic Policicchio III, Commissioner,
Westland Zoning Board of Appeals
Dick & Pat Isham
C & M Printing and Imaging
Ken & Sonya Kowalski,
Upstairs Downstairs Remodeling, Inc.
Don & Gayle Nicholson,
Don Nicholson Enterprises
Joseph Lezotte,
River Oaks Wealth Advisors
Gary Bulson,
Men on the Move
James Godbout,
Westland City Council President
Dan & Antoinette Martin,
Westland Residents Extrodinaire
Ted & Sharon Scott,
St. John’s Episcopal Church
Charles Hopps,
St. John’s Episcopal Church
Three Cities Art Club
(art displayed in the Gallery)
Please join us on June 10, 2016 from 6 pm until 9:30 pm
Westland City Hall, 36300 Warren Road, Westland Michigan 48185
Admission $30 per person • Walk-ins Welcome
Buy tickets at the Westland Chamber of Commerce or pay at the door.
Dine
on the
Vine
Sample fine wines and dine on delicious
appetizers, all for a great cause!
Catered by Jonna’s Market.
Partial proceeds go to the Food Pantry of
St. John’s Episcopal Church
555 S. Wayne Road, Westland MI 48186
For more information 734. 326. 7222
or email westlandchamber@yahoo.com