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Fall is in full swing and there are many things to do right now.
Think Local First is proud to sponsor two events this month.
Art Walk and the Ann Arbor Treasure Hunt are awaiting
your participation right now!
And Buy Local Week is just around the corner! We have some
fun things planned for this week. We'll be releasing our new 2011
Guide, marketing pieces, inviting folks to learn more about the
local movement, and releasing a series of videos. We've been
busy and hope you'll come and participate! Read on for the
news!
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Our
Annual Meeting is November 15t! |
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Save
the date! Our annual meeting is scheduled for Monday
November 15th from 6 to 8 pm. We will be holding it at the
amazing Vitosha
Guest Haus Inn (1917 Washtenaw Ave., Ann Arbor) with a special
guest speaker that is fully engaged in the local movement. Last
year we heard what was happening on the national level from Paul
Saginaw, a board member of our parent organization BALLE.
This year we have the director of Local First, Grand
Rapids, Elissa Hillary coming to share what they have
been up to. Besides becoming a hub network for BALLE,
they have several successful programs that she will share with the
group. They are an example of a BALLE
member that has made major progress in moving forward with the
local message. You won't want to miss hearing what they have
done that sets them apart from the rest!
This event is free for members and member employees. For
all others, the cost is $10 at the door and will include
appetizers, desserts and beverages. (Please bring cash or a check
with you to the event.) If you plan to attend, email us at
Ingrid@thinklocalfirst.net to register.
If you would like to make a food donation, please let Ingrid Ault
know. You can contact her at (734) 730-6905, or at
Ingrid@thinklocalfirst.net.
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Art
Walk Begins Tonight! |
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The
Teasure Hunt is in Full Swing! |
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Think
Local First is also a proud to be a sponsor of the third Ann
Arbor Treasure Hunt! You still have time to set sails to solve
the clues! This weekend is supposed to have beautiful fall weather
providing the perfect environment to get your camera, a map with
the clues, and some friends and family to help solve the mystery at
each business stop.
Click this
link to find out where to get a map and for a list of
the rules for participation. We hope to see you out in your full
pirate gear searching for the answers! You have until October
31st to complete the hunt, if you haven't started, do it
now!
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Don't
Forget to Vote November 2nd! |
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We
are only 11 days away from the election. Don't forget to
vote! You can't complain or rejoice about the results unless
you participate.
We wanted to let you know that we have five Think Local First
members that are running for office! Who are they? Here is a list
and contact information for you to learn more:
- Steve Bean is running as an independent for
Mayor of Ann Arbor.
- Chase Ingersoll is running as a Republican for
District 53 State Representative.
- David Rhoads is running as a Democrat for
Saline City Council.
- Sandi Smith is running as a Democrat for Ward 1
City Council in Ann Arbor.
- Bob Van Bemmelen is running as a Republican for
Washtenaw County Commissioner District 4.
Wondering what your ballot will look like? Click on this link to find out. The link is a
little slow, but it is packed with information.
Want to know what local ballot proposals are in your area? They can
be found by clicking here.
Finally, if you are not sure where to vote, take a look at this link to find your precinct.
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Buy
Local Week Coming December 3rd! |
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This
year we have even more in store to encourage folks in our
community to Buy Local. Along with the release of our annual
guide and additional marketing materials we have a few surprises up
our sleeve!
Among them are a series of videos that we hope everyone
will help promote. They are going to tell the story of the
dollar as is circulates in the community at Think Local First
member businesses. Look for the first one the week before
Thanksgiving.
Plus we have a few surprises in store for you. Keep your eyes open
for the announcements soon!
Finally, if you are not a member of TLF on our facebook page,
won't you do it now? You'll also find us on Twitter and LinkedIn.
See the links below for quick access to sign up!
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Upcoming
Lucy Ann Lance Segments |
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Think
Local First is on the air with the Lucy Ann Lance Business
Insider Show (WLBY 1290 AM) every Monday at 9:40 a.m. We
share the air with one lucky TLF member who explains what makes
their business tick. Below are upcoming segments that you won't
want to miss:
If you want to participate, give Ingrid Ault a call at (734)
730-6905. This is a free benefit for TLF members!
- Monday
October 25th - Doug Selby has a new start up company called
Meadowlark Energy. They offer complete service for comfort, health
and efficiency in your home or business. Tune in to learn more
about this innovative business!
- Monday
November 1st - Clark Professional Pharmacy has recently been
awarded with the designation Pharmacy Compounding Accreditation
Board member. There are only five in Michigan. Patrice Shook and
Nathan Worthing will explain what this means to our
community.
- Monday
November 8th - Jude Walton from Avalon Housing, Inc. is
going to tell us about their programs that benefit the homeless and
those with lower incomes. She will also let us know when their new
cookbook will be available. There will be lots to learn, so tune
in!
- Monday
November 15th - Rena Basch for Locavoriuos will tell us
about her Community Supported Agriculture business that is
accepting members. Wouldn't it be great to have some locally grown
asparagus or peaches in the winter? Well you can with a membership
to her CSA. Tune in to find out more!
- Monday
November 22nd - Just what is eat? The owners of this locally
sourced food cart and catering business will be on hand to share
the details. Blake Reetz and Helen Harding will share how the
Jefferson Market influenced their start!
- Monday
November 29th - Lynn Liston owner of Town and Country
Errands will share three practical ways that will help you survive
the holiday season. Tune in to learn how to make the holidays
easier to maneuver.
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News
From Our Members |
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Meadowlark
Builders click here has started a new energy auditing
and fitting company called Meadowlark Energy. Click on their name
above to learn about this new business.
16 Hands celebrates 35 years in business this month! Visit their website to see what they have in store
(pun intended) to celebrate!
Two of Think Local First members have begun blogging for
annarbor.com! Catherine Thursby, owner of Red Shoes,
wrote an article about how to spruce up your holiday table.Click this link to read her simple suggestions.
We have our own local Martha Stewart!
Heather Glidden of Willow Wellness Studios posted a piece about
healthful ways to rake your leaves. Didn't think a warm up was
necessary? Remember how your back tells you differently the next
day? Click this link to read her suggestions.
Motawi Tileworks is expanding their offerings! They have a new
line of Teco pottery vases as part of their line-up. What is a Teco
vase? Click here to find out!
Mindo Chocolate is in the news. Did you know that
Dexter is home to a company that specializes in making Chocolate?
It's true! Click the link above to find our more!
Do you have news you would like to share with our
membership? Contact Ingrid to participate in this column. (734)
730-6905 or ingrid@thinklocalfirst.net.
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Special
Thanks to our Sustaining Members! |
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Think
Local First has several members that believe deeply in our cause
and are able to contribute more to move our efforts forward. The
businesses below have given at a higher level and for that we
extend a special thank you!
SILVER MEMBER
Smith Haughey Rice
& Roegge
BRONZE MEMBER
Natural
Profit
Your name could be here!
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Who is Supporting TLF! |
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