Single Place Calendar: August 2008

Please Note: While Single Place has made every effort to ensure that its Thursday night programs and speakers are the best, the Presbyterian Church and Single Place do not endorse any specific program or speaker. Judgment should be used in following the advise of or having financial dealings with any speaker or program presenter.

Single Place WEATHER CANCELLATION POLICY

If it becomes necessary this winter to close First Presbyterian Church, thus canceling Single Place, we will do our best to announce the cancellation on local radio stations. However, there is no guarantee our closing will be announced. Therefore, it is recommended that you call First Presbyterian Church, 248-349-0911, before leaving home or work. Decisions should be made by 4pm in the afternoon.

SINGLE PLACE THURSDAY NIGHT PROGRAMS

Single Place Format
Social Time
Opening
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$5.00/person
7:30-7:45pm
7:45-8:00pm
8:00-9:00pm

August 7

The True You

Sadie Bolos

Learn the 7 life changing principles designed to help you live on purpose. Learn how the scriptures equip you to refocus, "Change the channel, and Make a Shift", in the most adverse and life challenging situations. Discover how to make bold positive changes taking you to new levels in your life. Be prepared to walk away...renewed, rejuvenated, excited and confident in your God given abilities, ready to create a path and a plan, for living a joy filled, on purpose life, living...the true you everyday!

Sadie Bolos is president and founder of Bolos, AME & Associates, LLC, established in 1994 out of Sadie's desire to share your extensive experiences and skills. With an unending surplus of excitement and enthusiasm, Sadie provides the attitude adjustments needed now to realize the power within to achieve your personal and professional best.

Sadie started her career in Criminal Justice after completing her bachelor's degree in criminal law at Wayne State University in Detroit. As a police officer, a probation officer and later as a successful business woman, Sadie learned to see and take advantage of the Up Side in the worst of situations. Sadie's passion is her faith and for people to feel confident in their abilities, and begin creating a path and plan for living a purpose driven life.

August 14

Responsibility - Choices - Accountability and Consequences

Bill Greenman, Ph.D.

The bad news is that your are responsible for your actions! The good news is that you are responsible for your actions.

We welcome home Bill Greenman, who has moved permanently back from Florida. Bill for many years a school psychologist in Southfield and Westland. He had a private practice in Livonia for many years and Bill taught the Pathfinders Class at Ward Presbyterian Church. Bill is no stranger to Single Place and is a gifted teacher and speaker.

August 21

Characteristics of Healthy verses Unhealthy Relationships

Pam Jacobs Landau, MA

Tonight we welcome Pam Landau to Single Place. Pam has been apart of Single Place Ministry for 20 years. Pam's topic tonight is Characteristics of Healthy verses Unhealthy Relationships. Pam will look at what you should know about healthy relationships within families, friends, the workplace and in relationships. What are the signs of unhealthy relationships and what are the ways of how to handle people who are not healthy.

Pam Landau is on the faculty of Eastern Michigan University. Pam has a private practice in Ann Arbor and in Livonia and she leads the Divorce Recovery Workshop - Part II for Single Place Adult Ministry at First Presbyterian Church.

August 28

Light & Lively Evening Light & Lively Concert & Picnic

featuring: Ronnie "J"

As we continue to Celebrate the summer, Single Place will be hosting a Light & Lively Concert on the lawn on the Southeast Corner - which is located on Church Street near Cady. The Light & Lively will begin at 7pm where tonight we serve chicken breast - cooked on the grille - fresh Michigan corn on the cob, potato salad, baked beans and of course, the world famous fresh Guernsey's Ice Cream. You are asked to sign up for the picnic. You may sign up at Single Place on Thursday evenings or you may call the church office, 248-349-0911 between 9am and 4pm or you can contact erica@firstpresnville.org to make a reservation. Reservations must be made by Wednesday, August 27th.

This evenings entertainment will feature Ronnie "J" and his one man band who will bring back many of the oldies including Neal Diamond, Elvis Presley plus many of the great classics. If you have any requests of the classics, bring them and Ronnie "J" will sing them as we enjoy this beautiful evening. The Single Place Light & Lively will begin at 7pm and we ask $10 for the picnic and concert. For those people coming to the concert only, this will begin at 7:30pm and we ask for a donation of $5. As the Labor Day Weekend will be upon us we welcome you to the Single Place Picnic and the Light & Lively Concert.

SINGLE PLACE SOCIAL CALENDAR

Friday, August 1

Concert @ 7pm in Plymouth's Kellogg Park featuring Paul King's Rhythm Society - 16 piece band, vintage swing music.

Saturday, August 2

Weekly walking group meets every Saturday, 10am rain or shine, at the Visitor Center of Heritage Park on Farmington Rd., between 10 and 11 mile roads. Optional lunch follows at 11:30am at the Big Apple Bagel Shop in downtown Farmington. Everyone is invited to join. Contact person, Sue, at 734-459-0016.

Bethany West Dance 8-12pm at St. Robert Bellarmine Church, 27101 W. Chicago Rd., Redford, (at Inkster Road). Cost is $10 and includes refreshments and DJ. Classy casual attire please. Call Diane K. for information at 734-261-5716.

Sunday, August 3, 11:00am

Worship & Communion First Presbyterian Church, Northville

Friday, August 8

Concert in Plymouth's Kellogg Park featuring Trilogy Band - 6 guys and 30 yr. of songs.

Saturday, August 9

Dinner & Drive-In Movie at 7:30 Bring back old memories - whether good or not so good. Meet at the Nassau Bar & Grill for dinner. This is located on Sheldon Road just south of 5 Mile in the Busch's Shopping Center. After dinner, we will car pool to the Compuware Arena parking lots on Beck Road just south of 5 Mile Road for the movies at dusk. There are three separate screens, each showing a double feature of first-run movies. In other words, there are six (6) movies to choose from. Cost of the movie is $9 a person (for 2 movies). Choose your car mates and bring your popcorn, snacks, beverages, etc. - if you want.

Sunday, August 10

Worship @ 11am, First Presbyterian Church, Northville

Wednesday, August 13

Dining Out Group @ 6:30pm Meet at Buddy's Pizza, 33605 Plymouth Rd., Livonia, between Farmington & Stark Road. Mandatory reservations can be made by calling Grace at 734-464-4029, or signing up at Single Place on Thursday nights. Please honor all reservations or call Grace if you need to cancel. Cost on your own. Buddy's policy is only one check per group, so try to bring extra loose $ please.

Friday, August 15

Concert @ 7pm in Plymouth's Kellogg Park, featuring Sean Riley Band - Metro - Detroit Blues.

Saturday, August 16

Saturday &/or Sunday, August 16 & 17

Weekend at Dave's. Go across the border to Canada (Passport or Driver's License required) for either a day trip or an overnighter at Dave's cottage, near Kingsville, Ontario on Lake Erie, only about 12 hour drive from Northville. Bring a lawn chair, swim gear, including beach towels, camera, some good food to share, plus $5 or $10 without food. ($15 or $20 for 2-day guests). Contact Dave about staying overnight, as space is somewhat limited. He has a wonderful and informative web-site about the weekend. Check this out http://cottagetrip.mugobeer.com. This includes links to area attractions, customs, map and directions to the cottage etc. You must sign up at Single Place or call Dave if you plan to go.

Sunday, August 17

Worship @ 11am, First Presbyterian Church, Northville

Wednesday, August 20

Single Place Council this month.

Council members are:

Erin Achambault	Bruce Bell	Ted Easterly	Fran Gunderson
Nancy Hawkins	Gayle Quattro	Jim Russell	Dave Sutton

Friday, August 22

NO COOKING CLUB IN AUGUST

Saturday, August 23

House Party NO ONE was willing to host this event or had any other ideas for another outing. SORRY. We need YOUR input to keep this group active and fun. PLEASE HELP US!

Sunday, August 24

Worship @ 11am First Presbyterian Church, Northville

Thursday, August 28

Light & Lively picnic & concert @ 7pm on the southeast lawn of the church. Total cost is $10 for dinner and concert.

Saturday, August 30

Bethany Together Dance from 8-12pm at the Don Hubert VFW Hall, 27345 Schoolcraft Road, Eastbound, Redford. East of Inkster Road. Proper attire please. Cost is $15. Call Loretta with questions - 586-264-0284.

Sunday, August 31

Worship @ 11am First Presbyterian Church, Northville

Monday, September 1

House Party @ 4pm in Highland, MI. Once again, we have been invited to celebrate Labor Day at Sharon's home. The hostess will furnish a meat main course and as always, you are asked to bring a dish or real food to share, plus $5 at the door or $10 if coming empty handed. Also bring a lawn chair and any lawn games you like. Please sign up at Single Place or call Sharon if you can attend, 248-887-6147.