Grosse Pointe Times | Published July 12, 2023
Former Grosse Pointe teacher/administrator returns
Sara Delgado, a former Spanish teacher and principal at Kerby Elementary School, will return to the Grosse Pointe Public School System Aug. 1 when she becomes the new principal at Parcells Middle School.
Delgado, who also served as the district’s OneGP virtual coordinator during the COVID-19 pandemic, has most recently been working as the director of elementary instruction for Fraser Public Schools. Her appointment as Parcells principal was approved by a unanimous vote of the Grosse Pointe Board of Education June 12.
“A sense of belonging creates a space where students, teachers and families feel they can take risks, collaborate and learn together,” Delgado said in a press release. “Without these essential elements in a school community, student learning — which is our ultimate goal — cannot occur. I look forward to working collectively with all the members of the Parcells community to create that space.
“Education is not only my career, but it’s also my passion,” she continued. “I thank you very much for the opportunity to share this passion with Parcells, and I look forward to returning to serve the community that I also call home.”
Visit museums for free
To mark the opening of a new exhibition, “The Hustle: Shopkeepers and Stylists,” the law firm Dykema is sponsoring free admission to the Detroit Historical Museum, 5401 Woodward Ave., from 10 a.m. to 5 p.m. July 15.
The Detroit Historical Museum is also offering free admission and special performances during the Concert of Colors — which takes place throughout midtown Detroit — from 2 to 8 p.m. July 21. Free admission is also available for a conversation between musician and producer Don Was and writer and activist John Sinclair from 2 to 4 p.m. July 22, also as part of Concert of Colors. For more information, visit detroithistorical.org.
In addition, as part of the Concert of Colors, the Michigan Science Center, 5020 John R St. in midtown Detroit, will offer free admission and special programs and demonstrations from noon to 6 p.m. July 20-21. Registration is recommended for the programs, as they’re expected to run out of slots for participants. To register or for more information, visit mi-sci.org.
For more about the Concert of Colors — including full lineups of performances and participating venues — visit concertofcolors.com. The Concert of Colors will be held at a variety of locations July 19-23.
Paint The Village
Grosse Pointe City’s Village shopping district invites children and adults to take part in the annual Paint the Windows contest July 27. Once open only to kids, this year’s contest includes all ages and family categories. Check-in for the contest will start at 2:30 p.m. July 27, and painting will run from 3 to 7 p.m. This year’s theme is “Color My World.”
Besides age group prizes, there will be a People’s Choice Award winner named by the public, with voting taking place online only through Aug. 7.
To register or for more information, call (313) 886-7474 or visit thevillagegrossepointe.org.
Festival series continues
After Six on Kercheval, a series of monthly summer street festivals along Kercheval Avenue between Nottingham Road and Maryland Street in Grosse Pointe Park, will continue with activities, vendors and more from 6 to 10 p.m. July 22. For more information, visit grossepointepark.org or watch the city’s official Facebook page.
Find a bevy of bargains
The Village’s Streetside Sale-ebration — formerly known as the Sidewalk Sale — will bring deals, vendors and more to the district. Local makers, crafters and artisans will be selling their creations as well. Hours for the event are 10 a.m. to 8 p.m. July 28 and 10 a.m. to 6 p.m. July 29. For more details, call (313) 886-7474 or visit thevillagegrossepointe.org.
Golf event raises funds for Liggett
Despite less than ideal weather conditions, the U Club Golf Classic — presented by Ray Laethem Motor Village July 5 at the Country Club of Detroit in Grosse Pointe Farms — was still a success, raising about $88,000 for University Liggett School programs and activities such as athletics, robotics and theater.
“The Liggett spirit embodies the core values of community, teamwork, and excellence,” Ray Laethem Motor Village owner Jeff Laethem said in a press release. “It is an honor to support an event that not only celebrates the sport of golf but also raises funds for a worthy cause.”
“We are immensely grateful to all the participants, sponsors, and volunteers who braved the elements and made the U Club Golf Classic a memorable event,” ULS Director of Development and Alumni Relations Cressie Boggs said in a press release. “Their unwavering dedication to Liggett and their commitment to giving back to the community truly made a difference.”
Get into the holiday spirit early
The Helm at the Boll Life Center, 158 Ridge Road in Grosse Pointe Farms, will be hosting a presentation from 1 to 2 p.m. July 26 about a five-day, four-night trip to the Christmas Markets of Montreal and Quebec City from Dec. 7 to 11. This informational session about the Premier World Discovery trip is free and open to anyone interested in learning more about it. To register or for more information, call The Helm at (313) 882-9600.