Friends of the Library Book Sale - The Friends of the Library operate a Friends Shop which has over 4,000 used books for sale.  They are having a book sale on Friday, February 20 - Sunday, February 22 starting at noon each day.  There will be great books for sale at great prices and all proceeds will benefit the Friends of the Library.  The William P. Faust Westland Public Library is located at 6123 Central City Parkway. 

1st Annual Business Connect - Mayor William R. Wild will host the 1st Annual Business Connect  on Tuesday, February 24 beginning at 8:30 a.m. at Westland City Hall, located at 36300 Warren Rd.  This event will be an opportunity for local business owners to learn how to do business with The City of Westland, learn about incentives that are available, and hear how businesses can improve their bottom lines by partnering with the City. There is no charge for this event, however, registration is appreciated.  If you are interested in attending, please register on or before February 20 online atwww.cityofwestland.com or by calling the Department of Economic Development at (734)467-7902.  

Scheduled Upcoming Civic Meetings - Residents are invited to attend the upcoming City meetings.  Below is a list of the meetings with their date, time and location. 

-The Downtown Development Authority (DDA) will meet on Thursday, February 26 at 12:00 p.m. at Westland City Hall, located at 36300 Warren Rd.

Youth Assistance Mentor Training - There is an opportunity to make a difference in the life of young people within your community be becoming a Youth Mentor.  The Westland Youth Assistance is having mentor training on Thursday, February 26 and Friday, February 27 from 5:30 p.m. to 9:00 p.m.  There will also be mentor training on Saturday, Febraury 28 from 9:00 a.m. to 5:00 p.m. The training will take place at Westland City Hall, located at 36300 Warren Rd. This is an excellent chance for individuals to invest in the future of our community by being a role model to our youth.

Community Garage Sale - The Westland Frienship Center, located at 1119 Newburgh Rd. is hosting a community garage sale on Friday, February 27 from 10:00 a.m. to 4:00 p.m. and Saturday, February 28 from 10:00 a.m. to 3:00 p.m.  There are over 55 tables of treasures for purchase.  There will also be food and beverage available for purchase at a nominal charge.

Friday Night Glow Skate - The Mike Modano Ice Arena has re-opened for the season and Friday Night Glow Skate is back.  Glow skate will run every Friday from 7:00 p.m. to 9:20 p.m. and will cost $4 for kids and $5 for adults for residents.  The cost is 50 cents more for non-resident.  Glow in the dark accessories will be available for purchase in the pro shop.  The Ice Arena is located at 6210 Wildwood.

Animal Licensing Deadline - There are many reasons to license your pet in the City of Westland.  One of which is that it is a City Ordinance which states you can only have three pets.  Perhaps the most important reason is that if your pet gets lost, the license number around their neck is a means to identify them. You may purchase your pet's license at the City Clerk's office.  The only requirement is that your pet must have a rabies certificate from a veterinarian's office showing the batch number of the serum used and for how many years the vaccination is valid.  The fees are as follows:

Before March 1st:                       

Animal able to reproduce             $18.00

Animal not able to reproduce       $10.00

Late fee - after March 1              $5.00 added to above prices

Replacement tag                         $5.00

Pets must be licensed by the time they are four months old.  If you are a new resident or if you acquire a new pet and it is after the March 1st deadline, the late fee will be waived.  If you meet the previously stated two exceptions and if it is after August 31, the licensing fee will be cut in half to adjust for the partial calendar year and there will be no late fee. Your pet must be licensed every year. 

Save the Date: Relay for Life Kick Off - Individuals interested in participating in this year's Westland-Wayne Relay for Life should attend the kick off party on Wednesday, March 4 at 6:30 p.m. in the Grande Ballroom of Westland City Hall, located at 36300 Warren Rd.  Participants will receive important information regarding this year's event and tips for building a team and fundraising.