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SIGN UP! Text Alerts from People for Palmer Park!

3/30/2021

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TEXT ALERTS FROM PEOPLE FOR PALMER PARK!

Will tonight’s bike ride be cancelled due to rain?
Is the ground too wet this week for yoga or t’ai chi?
Now you can receive instant updates for our recreation programs and events, in text form RIGHT ON YOUR PHONE.


INSTRUCTIONS:
(This is a one time setup and will only take a moment...)

Text “PalmerPark” to the number 81411.
No quotes, no spaces. It is not caps sensitive. Now SEND.

You will receive a reply that looks something like this:

Rply Y to confirm 4+msg/mo automated mktg txt msgs from PeopleForPalmerPark @your number here
Consent not reqd for purchase
Msg&DataRatesMayApply
Info? Rply HELP



Reply with just the letter Y.
You will receive next msg like this:

Welcome to PALMERPARK.

Msg&Data Rates May Apply
4msg/mo 
Rply HELP for help
Rply STOP to cancel 


Reply with your first and last name.
You will receive next msg like this:

Your name has been changed to: your name here

Pro-Tip:
Rply #NAME to change your name at any time.



Then you're all set!
Expect to receive approximately 4 messages per month. These will ALL be People for Palmer Park related (weather updates for recreation programs, event reminders), Not spam. Charges may apply, check your individual cellular/data plan.


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10th Annual PFPP Virtual Membership Meeting

3/25/2021

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SAVE THE DATE!
​Saturday, April 17, 2021
10:00am - Meeting & Committee Presentations
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PUBLIC LINK TO ZOOM MEETING: https://bit.ly/3ffx6Km

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Since it is still not safe to gather in large groups, this year’s Annual Meeting will be a public Zoom meeting online. Learn about our accomplishments from the past year, and the exciting updates on our plans for the future in the park!

AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Hear updates on current park improvement projects:
    Lake Frances Revitalization, the State Fair bandshell and more from the City of Detroit
  • Hear more about state of events during COVID
  • Committee Reports
  • Planned events
  • Recreational Programming for 2021 season
  • Continuation of the “rent-a-bed” program at our Urban Educational Garden
  • PFPP Board update on completed projects, finances & future goals/planning
  • Nominations/Election of new board members
    Link to Candidate Profiles

For a list of current Board and Committee members, visit our Board/Committees page.

Help us spread the word! Print and distribute our flier below!

annualmtg2021_flier_2c.pdf
File Size: 229 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

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Support local artists from home with this year's new online Michigan Holiday Art Fair

11/30/2020

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Art shown © Steph Joy Hogan
Art shown © Captured Wilderness
Art shown © Charlene Uresy
Art shown © Garzoyan Art
Art shown © Lost Peninsula Fine Arts
Art shown © Alexis Bagley (Mint Artists Guild)
Art shown © Moon Rabbit Press
Art shown © One Acre Ceramics
Art shown © Studio Curly Q
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Missing those annual summer art fairs in Michigan this year?
 The new Michigan Holiday Art Fair shares the delights and creative finds of a summer art fair ONLINE this holiday season! It gives you the opportunity to buy gifts from artists who would have normally sold creative work at six Michigan art fairs.
 
Buy gifts this year (or something for yourself!) from nearly 60 artists and check out just once in the online cashier.

Artist demonstrations, virtual studio tours and art activities will take place nightly (daily on the weekend dates). Santa and Mrs. Claus and local musicians will pop in online too.

Each date between December 1-6, a portion of all sales will benefit one of 6 Detroit area nonprofits. People for Palmer Park day is Saturday, Dec. 5th so we hope you'll shop that day to support us AND some amazing artists.

http://miartfair.com

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9th Annual PFPP Membership Meeting POSTPONED

3/22/2020

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DUE TO THE CORONAVIRUS SITUATION, OUR ANNUAL MEETING HAS BEEN POSTPONED UNTIL FURTHER NOTICE. PLEASE STAY HOME AND SAFE.

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Learn about our accomplishments from the past year, and the exciting updates on our plans for the future in the park!


AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Hear updates on current park improvement projects: Lake Frances Revitalization and more!
  • Hear more about upcoming events:
    Palmer Park Art Fair, Log Cabin Day, Annual Fundraiser & Silent Auction,
    and the PGA Tour returning to neighboring Detroit Golf Club in May
  • Recreational Programming for 2020 season
  • Continuation of the “rent-a-bed” program at our Urban Educational Garden
  • PFPP Board update on completed projects, finances & future goals/planning
  • Nominations/Election of new board members
  • First 75 members present or those attending that contribute $25 to
    People for Palmer Park will get a City-grown plant to take home

We are seeking board of director candidates for election at this meeting. Specific areas of expertise we are looking to fill include but are not limited to: fundraising, preservation, legal skills, and membership. If you would like to get more involved as a member of the Board (you must be a current PFPP member), you can find more information by going to our member page where there is a link to our membership application. 

For a list of current Board and Committee members, visit our Board/Committees page.

Help us spread the word! 

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8th Annual PFPP Membership Meeting

2/7/2019

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Saturday, March 16, 2019
12:30-1:00pm - Meet & Greet w/ Refreshments
1:00-2:30pm - Meeting & Committee Presentations
2:30-3:00pm - Volunteer Sign-up


Detroit Unity Temple
17505 2nd Ave., Detroit 48203 | Across from Palmer Park
Follow the PFPP signs for parking & entry

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SAVE THE DATE!
Learn about our accomplishments from the past year, and the exciting updates on our plans for the future in the park!


AGENDA HIGHLIGHTS:
  • Hear updates on current park improvement projects: Tennis Courts, KaBoom Playscape, Handball Courts and more!
  • Hear more about upcoming events:
    Palmer Park Art Fair, Log Cabin Day, Annual Fundraiser & Silent Auction,
    and the PGA Tour coming to neighboring Detroit Golf Club in June
  • Recreational Programming for 2019 season
  • Introduction of new “rent-a-bed” program at our Urban Educational Garden
  • PFPP Board update on completed projects, finances & future goals/planning
  • Nominations/Election of new board members
  • First 75 members present or those attending that contribute $25 to
    People for Palmer Park will get a geranium plant to take home this year

We are seeking board of director candidates for election at this meeting. Specific areas of expertise we are looking to fill include but are not limited to: fundraising, finance, legal skills, and membership. If you would like to get more involved as a member of the Board (you must be a current PFPP member), you can find more information by going to our member page where there is a link to our membership application. 

For a list of current Board and Committee members, visit our Board/Committees page.

Help us spread the word! Print and distribute our flier below!

annualmtg2019_flier_2c.pdf
File Size: 194 kb
File Type: pdf
Download File

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Teen Artists of Mint Artists Guild to exhibit summer work at Palmer Park Open House

7/25/2017

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WHAT: Mint Summer Open House
WHEN: 6 pm - 8:30pm Monday, July 31
WHERE: Palmer Park Community House (the building with the bright colored circles)
Please enter on opposite side as the Splash Park!


People for Palmer Park is proud to announce a very special event happening AT Palmer Park on next Monday 7/31.

Learn about the Mint Artists Guild and meet its young artists and workers.

Find out about volunteer opportunities and our creative programs.
Come enjoy live painting, a children’s art activity and refreshments.
See our work in progress and recommend a Detroit non-profit organization to receive a Paint Detroit with Generosity painting.
Please come and enjoy a nice, relaxing evening with Mint Artists Guild.


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Preview Palmer Park Art Fair on Livernois 

3/30/2016

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Saturday, April 9th - 1-6:30pm - Livernois Avenue between 6 Mile & 7 Mile


Get an early sampling of artists participating in the upcoming Palmer Park Art Fair and get a first look at the beautiful new 2016 Palmer Park Art Fair Poster.

Seven creative businesses and galleries will participate along Livernois as part of "Second Saturdays":
  1. 1917 American Bistro
  2. Art in Motion
  3. Detroit Fiber Works
  4. Eric's I've Been Framed
  5. Jo's Gallery
  6. Lola's
  7. Sherwood Forest Gallery
Times and artists to be announced soon! 

The Palmer Park Art Fair takes place May 14-15, 2016 in Palmer Park
​Visit the official website at www.palmerparkartfair.com for more details.

Photo: Sherwood Forest Gallery will be hosting two young artists, photographer Ackeem Salmon (pictured) and sculptor Austen Brantley this year. (Photo © Barbara Barefield 2015)
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New Reflections Portal Sculpture at Palmer Park

11/30/2015

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People for Palmer Park has a lot to be thankful for this Thanksgiving season!
One exciting new addition to Palmer Park located near the intersection of 7 Mile and Ponchartrain is a sculpture donated to us by John Rizzo, an artist/sculptor who is presently employed as the Wood Shop Manager at the College for Creative Studies. Known as the Reflections Portal, the sculpture stands 11’ high and 9’, and is constructed of hot rolled mild steel and mirror polished stainless steel. In the words of artist John Rizzo, “The gateway acts as a point of transformation for those passing through it to reinterpret the space that surrounds them, and to heighten their perception of things normally unnoticed.”

​To enhance the experience, People for Palmer Park commissioned a gravel pathway through the portal. Special thanks to Mr. Rizzo, the city of Detroit for their support in moving, storing and installing the structure, and to Michigan Recreational Construction for their installation work, and for Joiner Construction for building the gravel pathway. 
 We hope this is the beginning of a true sculpture garden in Palmer Park!
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MAPP to pitch at Livernois SOUP 6/25!

6/24/2015

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Thursday, June 25th at Lola's on the Avenue 
Arrive 6:00-6:30pm, pitches start promptly at 7:00pm.
Cost only $5 to attend/eat/vote!

Magic of Art in Palmer Park (MAPP) - artist-led creative workshops - has been selected as one of only two projects that will pitch at Livernois SOUP. 

Detroit SOUP is a microgranting dinner celebrating and supporting creative projects in Detroit. For a donation $5 attendees receive soup, salad, bread and a vote and hear from presentations ranging from art, urban agriculture, social justice, social entrepreneurs, education, technology and more. Each presenter has four minutes to share their idea and answer four questions from the audience. At the event, attendees eat, talk, share resources, enjoy art and vote on the project they think benefits the city the most. At the end of the night, we count the ballots and the winner goes home with all of the money raised to carry out their project. Winners come back to a future SOUP dinner to report their project’s progress.

We need your support!

MAPP is proud to be one of only two presenters tomorrow night, so we're hoping you'll join us and show your support for our artist led workshops in Palmer Park!

LINKS:
Lola's on the Avenue, 19150 Livernois, Detroit.
Detroit SOUP

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Our first workshop, Summer Solstice Eco-Dying, held 6/21 at Palmer Park.
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2015 Palmer Park Art Fair Poster Unveiled

4/12/2015

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At this year's People for Palmer Park Annual Member Meeting, the beautiful new 2015 Palmer Park  Art Fair Poster design was unveiled. This year's poster, designed by artist Maria Petrenko, is now officially on sale to the public in two versions, both $75. 

Pick the hand screened seven color limited edition poster or a Giclee version with more textural detail. Both posters are 18" x 24" and each version is limited to a signed edition of 50 copies.   

You can order yours today and pick it up at the art fair, or wait to see which one is left when you get there. Can't decide?  Get both!

Posters available now on the Palmer Park Art Fair website palmerparkartfair.com

Beginning this week, posters also available at the following 2 locations and also on May 2 & 3, 2015 at the art fair:

Eric's I've Been Framed
16527 Livernois Ave.
Detroit, Michigan
(Between McNichols & Puritan)
ebv@wwnet.com
313-861-9263
Sherwood Forest Art & Framing
19500 Livernois
Detroit, MI 48221
info@sherwoodforestart.com
313-340-0411
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