Monday, April 15, 2013
Attention tax day procrastinators! Here's what you need to know.
Today is income tax deadline day and all federal and state paper returns must be postmarked April 15. If you are planning on meeting the deadline in Hartland and Brighton, the Post Office in Hartland closes at 5 p.m., while the Post Office in Brighton closes at 7 p.m. And don't forget, according to the federal post office, if an item isn't turned in by closing time, it won't be postmarked for that day. You don't want to start accumulating interest and penalties! For a list of free options to e-file your return go to IRS.gov. If you find you need more time to file your tax returns, you can get an automatic six-month extension from the IRS. Here are five things you need to know about filing an extension, according to IRS.gov. Visit the IRS …
All money raised from the book sale is given back to the library for programming, equipment and services.
The Friends of the Brighton District Library will hold their semi-annual Spring Book Sale April 23-28. This book lover’s paradise offers hundreds of recent, classic and sought-after books, audio books, DVD’s, VHS tapes and CD’s for adults, teens, and children - all for a dollar or less. All materials are gently used. Sorry, no scanners. Not a member? No problem. Tuesday, April 23 from 5 – 9pm is Members Only Night. For shoppers wanting first dibs, this is the place to be. Simply show up at the door Tuesday evening to buy a $5 senior or student, $15 individual, or $30 family membership then step into a world of books. The sale opens to the public Wednesday, April 24 from 10 – 9pm; Thursday, April 25 from 10am to 9pm; Friday, April 26 …
Wednesday, April 10, 2013
A neighborhood information meeting is scheduled to take place on Wednesday night at the Brighton offices for the Work Skills Corporation.
Work Skills Corporation with a location in Brighton, is looking to add a group home for children 16 and under with closed-headed brain injuries to a Hartland neighborhood. Work Skills Corporation has made an offer to buy a home located at 1324 Kendra Lane and, according to a letter sent out to residents, a neighborhood informational meeting will be held at 100 Summit Street in Brighton on Wednesday at 6 p.m. The possible new addition is in accordance with the Michigan Zoning Enabling Act, according to Hartland Township Planning Director Dave Campbell, and supersedes any local regulations in regards to a foster care facility. “Effectively what the Zoning Enabling Act says is that the township cannot treat a state licensed adult foster …
Monday, April 8, 2013
New programs available for kids, teens and adults offered this week 4/8 - 4/13.
Stop by the Library this week for creative crafting or cooking with the kids, on Tuesday, the teen and adult departments invite you to learn more about William Shakespeare – his life and work. Need a place to study or hang out with friends – check out BDL Teen Time – laptops, games and snacks are available. Our adult computer technology department offers the latest hands-on training for you with Google Docs and eReader or come by the Open Computer Lab for specific problems. Your one-stop destination for materials from books to DVD’s, programs and events, and computer technology support is at the Brighton Library. Visit brightonlibrary.info for a complete listing or call 810-229-6571. Tiny Tutus - 4/10, 6:30pm - 7:30pm Enjoy a story and …
Saturday, April 6, 2013
Merchants, Brighton city council, Downtown Development Authority and Principal Shopping Development are all credited with success of "thriving" downtown, according to DDA director.
Showing their support for the Downtown Development Authority (DDA) and Principal Shopping Development (PSD), many of Brighton’s merchants attended Thursday night’s City Council meeting in response to budget discussions and concerns, defending the money spent to help develop and maintain the downtown area. According to the Press & Argus, Councilman Jim Bohn had previously expressed some concerns about expenditures in the DDA's recent budget, such as $60,000 on flowers and $40,000 for PSD efforts which include advertising and promotions. This spurred store owners to “respectfully and politely” express their opinions, according to Director Matt Modrack, that the DDA was an “unqualified success." Stating that he had “100 percent confidence” in…
Thursday, April 4, 2013
Flights at community events and the 2013 Thunderbirds' season have been canceled, according to the U.S. Air Force.
Detroit Tigers fans can keep their eyes on the field Friday during opening day. That's because Selfridge Air National Guard Base will not be participating this year in the annual flyover at Comerica Park. Potential federal sequester cuts have not only affected the beloved baseball flyover, they have also grounded goodwill flights during community events, including parades, trade shows, F-22 demonstration flights and more for the remainder of the 2013 fiscal year, according to the U.S. Air Force. "Given the current federal budget environment, the Air Force has stopped all aviation support to community events, to include our traditional fly-over of the Tigers' home opener," Technical Sgt. Dan Heaton, 127th Wing spokesman at Selfridge Air …
Monday, April 1, 2013
Sold out benefit raises money for Library’s print, audio-visual and electronic collections.
The Brighton District Library’s second annual gala fundraiser, Booked for the Evening, which took place March 22 at the Oak Pointe Country Club was a great success. This year’s sold out benefit raised in excess of $15,000 from ticket sales and live and silent auction items. Auction proceeds this year will benefit the Library’s print, audio-visual, and electronic collections. The evening also marked the successful launch of the Library’s Light the Way capital campaign, led by campaign leaders Patrick and Margaret McDonald. Individuals wishing information should contact Diana Dart at 810-229-6571 x 211 or ddart@brightonlibrary.info. “The tremendous show of support from the community and the generosity of donors were met with appreciation and…
Thursday, March 28, 2013
Teens with a temporary drivers permit, or a level 1 or 2 graduated license, will be prohibited from using a cell phone while driving a car under a law that takes effect Thursday.
A new Michigan law, known as "Kelsey's Law" which prohibits teen drivers from using a cell phone while driving a car, goes into to effect Thursday. According to the bill signed into law earlier this year, if any driver with a temporary drivers permit or a level 1 or 2 graduated license - meaning any driver under the age of 17 - is stopped for a moving violation, he or she could be cited with a civil infraction for using a cell phone. Because the violation is a civil infraction, local municipalities will determine the fine. The legislation was named for a 17-year-old Sault Ste. Marie girl who died in a car crash in 2010 while she was using her cell phone. Readers of the Brighton Patch Facebook page were asked about their thoughts of law. …
Tuesday, March 26, 2013
The Michigan Department of Transportation is offering a quick, simple way to sign up for construction news, traffic alerts and news releases.
The Michigan Department of Transportation (MDOT) is offering a quick and simple way to sign up for construction news, traffic alerts and news releases from the department. Signing up updates is free and easy. Just click on the red "Sign up for e-mail from MDOT" envelope icon on the home page of the MDOT Web site. GovDelivery subscribers will be able to manage their subscriptions and sign up to receive messages on a wide range of topics, including Aeronautics news, information for contractors, and traffic alerts for major highways. You can unsubscribe or make changes in your preferences anytime. You also can sign up to get the information delivered to your computer or smartphone via e-mail, Twitter, Facebook or text alert. If you already …
Monday, March 25, 2013
Join us for genealogy research, tea time and professional networking with LinkedIn.
This week, beginning Tuesday, the Brighton District Library will offer four programs geared toward adults. Finding Military Records for Genealogy Research with Mark Mullinax, Genealogy and Local History Librarian is for both the beginning and intermediate genealogist. A Jane Austen Tea hosted by Barbs’ TEA Shop in Troy, Michigan is in conjunction with the Library’s Livingston Reads programming. On Wednesday and Friday, brush up on your computer skills or learn about LinkedIn, the largest social media site dedicated solely to professional networking. These free programs and classes are open the public. For a complete listing of the Brighton District Library’s programs and classes visit our website at brightonlibrary.info. or call 810-229-…
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2:22 pm on Saturday, April 6, 2013
I dont have a business but apart of the chamber for my business. Its not just the flowers that make it look nice but no Empty buildings like some other neighboring towns that are stuck in 70s time frame. Brighton is moving forward more ›