Grassroots Connections

See who’s green in Metro Detroit. Learn how our communities are becoming more environmentally conscious, whether through renewable energies, reduction of consumption, or other sustainable methods.


Holy Bat Cave!

Posted on: Wednesday, May 16th, 2012 at 2:42 pm


Bats. Not sure about ‘em. My basic introduction to them began at an early age Saturday mornings while watching Sir Graves Ghastly horror flicks and seeing a vampire manifest itself into a bat. Come to find out it doesn’t really work that way.

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Mother’s Day Message to Congress

Posted on: Monday, May 14th, 2012 at 3:54 pm

I’m writing to you today as a mom. When my husband and I decided to start a family, we wanted to make sure our baby girl, Hazel, came into this world healthy. I made sure to steer clear of certain types of fish prone to high mercury levels due to coal plant pollution. I didn’t want to put my baby at risk for the types of developmental problems mercury can cause.1 (more…)


Oakland County Parks & Recreation

Posted on: Friday, May 11th, 2012 at 3:34 pm

The Spring issue of the Community Connections newsletter is now available for viewing online. It includes upcoming special events, new programs and planning efforts.  (more…)

New Nature Center Hours

Posted on: Monday, April 30th, 2012 at 3:26 pm

Beginning Friday, April 27, the Wint Nature Center at Independence Oaks County Park will operate with the following hours: walk-in visitors Friday-Sunday from 1 – 5 p.m. and registered group appointmentsTuesday-Saturday. (more…)

Table of Bees

Posted on: Monday, April 30th, 2012 at 3:15 pm

Middle School. The awkward years. I flashed back as I was carrying my box of my “Just Bea” Cartoon display stuff down the long locker lined hallway. What to expect. What will the kids think of my cartoon. Will I get the ‘ol stink eye? (more…)


The 21st will be Rosedale Recycle’s 22nd Anniversary!

Posted on: Friday, April 20th, 2012 at 5:06 pm

Along with Cass NHS students, we will have Girl Scout Troop #40099 with us. (more…)

When Should I Put Up My Humming Bird Feeder?

Posted on: Sunday, April 15th, 2012 at 6:41 pm

The most frequently asked question in the spring is when to put out the hummingbird feeders? (more…)


Get Hot Water Faster and Lower Water Utility Bills with a Recirculation System

Posted on: Saturday, April 14th, 2012 at 2:42 pm

As a daughter of parents who lived through the Great Depression, I was raised with constant reminders to “Turn off the lights,” “Shut off the water,” and “Put on a sweater if you’re cold” instead of ramping up the furnace. (more…)


Vegfest is April 29th at the Suburban Collection Showplace

Posted on: Tuesday, April 10th, 2012 at 4:58 pm

VegFest, metro Detroit’s premier vegetarian tastefest and expo, returns to the Suburban Collection Showplace in Novi for its annual event on April 29.  (more…)


Live Green Fair –Earth Day Weekend at Grosse Pointe North High School

Posted on: Monday, April 9th, 2012 at 6:10 pm

The first annual Grosse Pointe Live Green Fair, Saturday April 21 and Sunday April 22 will offer Metro Detroit’s simple and valuable information from more than 60 exhibitors on how to live a greener, more sustainable lifestyle. (more…)