The PinkertOnS (from last page) Backgrou...

The Pinkertons (from last page)

Background

The Pinkertons were formed in the spring of 1985 in response to the union-busting and other unfair practices which resulted when the State Theater was bought out by the Kerasotes Corporation. The Pinkertons responded with theater actions in front of the State Theater to draw attention to this problem. Other actions include a piece performed last spring, featuring Representative Carl Pursell and the Contras.

Current News The Pinkertons are now discussing ideas for actions this fall. We welcome any suggestions. We would also like to cooperate with other groups, to help draw attention to issues which they are working on. As of now, we have no regular meeting time. Please call 764-0175 if you would like information about meetings, have ideas for actions, or would like us to work with your group. No acting ability is required in order to join our troupe. New people are always welcome! (1527)

The Ecology Center of Ann Arbor 417 Detroit Street Ann Arbor, Ml 481 04 761-3186

Purpose

The mission of the Ecology Center is to channel community resources into meaningful action on environmental issues. The Center pursues its broad aims through education, advocacy, demonstration, and service, all the while maintaining a balance between involvement at the local level and involvement on a broader scale.

Meetings of Ecology Center groups, the Issues Steering Committee, Pesticides Task Force, Environmental Education Committee and others, take place at 3 to 5 week intervals. New volunteers are invited.

Community Services

Environmental Information and Referrals: By phone, Mon. to Fri., 9:30 am to 5 pm, and Sat., 9:30 am to 1 pm. The Environmental Library and Resource Center is open Mon. to Fri., 1 pm to 5 pm and Sat., 9:30 am to 1 pm.

Recycle Ann Arbor: The Center provides scheduled monthly pick ups of recycleables on every city street. Trucks pick up newspapers, glass, tin cans, aluminum, used motor oil and batteries. Special pickups may be arranged for local businesses and institutions wishing to recycle. The Center also operates a drop-off station at 2050 S. Industrial for nonresidents and those who just can't wait for their pick-up day (or missed it). The station is open Fri. and Sat., 9:30 am to 4:30 pm.

Home Energy Works: The Center's Energy Team offers free home visits to income-qualifiying renters and homeowners. A home visit is a two to three hour weatherization and energy education session in a resident's home. These services are also offered on a for-fee basis for renters, homeowners, and property managers.

Environmental Policy Programs: Involve research, policy analysis, and lobbying. Programs are primarily carried out by volunteers. Current project areas include: Household Toxics, Pesticides and Herbicides, Community "Right to Know" About Toxics, and the Environmental Education Outreach program.

Volunteer Opportunities: All program areas at the Ecology Center utilize the involvement of the local community. Individuals who would like to lend a hand, should contact the Ecology Center.

October Events

Oct. 2: Groundwater Demonstration Display Construction Workshop, Leslie Science Center, 7 pm. Advance registration required, $5 materials fee, 662-7802.

Oct. 3 and 4: Tag Days (bucket drive to raise funds for the Ecology Center), 761-3186.

Oct. 4: Household Toxics Collection Day. Shadford Field, just east of Ypsilanti High School, 1779 Packard, Ypsilanti, 10 am to 4 pm. 994-2492.

Oct. 7 and 8: Shop Ann Arbor Days. When you shop at participating stores, 10% of your purchase price will be donated to the Ecology Center, 761-3186.

Oct. 9: Huron Watershed Council Annual Meeting on the "Role of Local Government in Protecting Wetlands," by Dr. Jaworski at Lawton School, Ann Arbor, 7:30 pm, 7695123.

Oct. 9: Candidates Night on environmental concerns: Sierra Club-Huron Valley Chapter and the Ecology Center, Ann Arbor City Council Chambers, City Hall, 7:30 pm, 6680365.

Oct. 12: Crop Walk: Interfaith Council for Peace raises funds for the hungry, 6627802.

Oct. 16: Famine in Sudan, Dr. William Stapp, Leslie Science Center, 7:30 pm, 6627802.

Oct. 17: Open House for Highschool Seniors: U-M School of Natural Resources, 764-0448.

Oct. 19: Solar Homes Tour. Tickets $5 for access to the tour sites and an information packet will be available at the Ecology Center and Leslie Science Center on the 19th. All proceeds benefit the Ecology Center.

Oct. 23: Making Halloween Costumes and Party Ideas at the Scrap Box, 900 S. All ages 4 to ad uit. Open 5 to 8 pm. Workshop 7 to 8 pm. Cost of supplies will run about $1 to $2, 994-4420.

Oct. 30: Grand Opening New Recycling Facilities, at Recycle Ann Arbor Processing Facility, Ellsworth and Platt, between Swift Run Park and the landfill.

Oct. 30 and 31: Regional Meeting Society of American Foresters, "Forestry and Society: An Evolving Partnership." Cali Karen Frey, 763-4570. (4150)

Meeman Archive 1535 Dana Building University of Michigan AnnArbor, Ml 48109 763-5327

Purpose

Established by the School of Natural Resources and the Scripps-Howard Foundation in 1982, the Meeman Archive preserves and makes available to the public outstanding newspaper journalism concerning conservation...

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