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Cascade Hospital for Animals is holding a canine blood drive on Saturday,
November 14th, 2009 from 10am to 5 pm at their facility, 6730 Cascade
Road SE, Grand Rapids Michigan.
Blood donation is a simple procedure, taking less than 30 minutes, and does
not require anesthesia or sedation. Dogs must be healthy, friendly,
50 pounds or over, between one and six years old. parasite free, current
on vaccinations, have no heart murmur, and not taking the following
medications: thyroid, Phenobarbital, NSAIDS, steroid therapy, or allergy
injections.
If accepted for the donation drive, the pet will receive approximately
$235 worth of blood work performed free.
If interested, call 949-0960 or mail chfa@chfa.net.
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We have gathered a list of the Top Best Forest Hills Houses
( Ada-Cascade) to buy, based on price per square foot.
Please note: This list can change daily as some homes sell,
prices are adjusted and other homes come on the market.
The homes listed below are probably dated and would need
updating with new carpeting, paint, and kitchen- bath redos
at a minimum to bring them to current market standards.
They might need major repair work done, such as new roofs
& mechanicals.
Check back often or just subscribe to our blog to get
up-to-date local real estate information that you want to know.
The total square footage is noted here, although only the
main floors are used to figure price per square foot, not the
basement, even if finished.
The list for October 2009 is 19 properties, up from last month.
The lowest price/Sq Ft for homes range from $39.17 to $137.56
here in Forest Hills.
The lowest list price is $59,900 and the highest list price is
$288,900 for Oct 2009 homes in Forest Hills School District.
This list could include properties in Ada Township, Cascade
Township, Grand Rapids Township, Lowell Township, and the
city of Kentwood.
Some of these homes may be bank owned foreclosures, short sales
and not habitable as is or available for a mortgage in present condition
The Top Forest Hills Homes to Buy by Price per Square Foot:
8245 Fulton St E $59,900 1124 Sq Ft $53.29/SqFt
383 Pettis Ave NE $79,900 2040 Sq Ft $39.17/SqFt
6225 Acropolis Dr $58,000 1114 /SqFt $52.06/SqFt
6342 Wainscot Dr SE $84,900 1224 Sq Ft $69.36/SqFt
5505 Whitneyville SE $84,900 1536 Sq Ft $55.27/SqFt
6600 Cascade Rd SE $89,900 1788 Sq Ft $50.28/SqFt
6250 Architrave St $ 90,000 1814 Sq Ft $66.37/SqFt
1890 Leffingwell Ave $105,400 2128 SqFt $49.53/SqFt
1791 Grand Ct NE $118,900 1600 Sq Ft $74.31/SqFt
1789 Grand Ct NE $119,900 1600 Sq Ft $74.94/SqFt
1787 Park Trail NE $119,900 1600 Sq Ft $74.94/SqFt
6461 Cascade Rd $139,900 2023 Sq Ft $69.15/SqFt
2847 Winesap Ave $139,900 1557 Sq Ft $137.56/SqFt
6931 Sandy Lane Dr $159,900 2600 Sq Ft $71.90/SqFt
3206 Oak Hollow Dr $169,900 2509 Sq Ft $67.72/Sq/Ft
2669 Cascade Springs $ 179,900 2590 SqFt $69.46/SqFt
4287 Woodside Oakes $189,741 2736 Sq Ft $69.35/SqFt
2328 Dean Lake Ave $199,900 2757 SqFt $72.51/SqFt
8801 Fulton St E $288,900 4132 Sq Ft $69.92/SqFt
Forest Hills Michigan Real Estate Articles 2009
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Westbrook Realty – Giving You Our Personal Best
You might have to really look at this picture to see the details.
When I went to our local food store recently, I needed to to make a
necessary stop. When I saw the bathroom, I had to go to my car and get
get my camera to take this shot above. Our local grocery store is one of
the best I have ever been in. They listen to their customers and try to
make life easier and more convenient for them.
We (and everyone we know) love Forest Hills Foods. This is just one of a
dozen reasons. If you have little children, would they like to go to the
bathroom where they can have a stool and sink at their height?
Would it make it a fun experience for them? You bet!
Thanks again, Forest Hills Foods, for thinking about your customer’s
grocery store experience.
West Michigan has 4 seasons and fall or autumn is one of our favorites.
The foliage on the trees is yellow, red, orange, shades of green, and
brown. It all combines to paint lovely colors all over our landscape.
We captured a few photos of the fall season here in Ada Michigan
on the Thornapple River this last weekend. All were take from
Thornapple Pointe Golf Club near the Gerald R Ford International
Airport, just southeast of Grand Rapids.
In fact, we joke that it is the TCPB course here…….trains, cars,
planes, and boats can all be seen and heard from the course.
We had an airboat travel down the river while we were playing
but I didn’t get my camera out in time to catch it in a photo.
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This was captured yesterday playing golf at Thornapple Pointe Golf Course
on the Thornapple River in Grand Rapids Michigan.
My friend, Paul, and I got in a quick 18 holes in the afternoon.
The golf course was pretty open which left me time to snap a few shots
of our local scenery. This little maple is putting on quite a show!
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Ada Township Park Participates in Connecting Families with Nature Saturday Sept 19, 2009 ~ Free Ada MI Event
The Kent Conservation District is holding a Kick Off Event for their
Nature Passport Program. These local events will be held at local
parks and Nature Areas this fall. The events are to encourage
families to enjoy outdoor activities and your local park resources.
Ada Township Parks and Recreation – Invites families throughout
Kent County to come out and enjoy a family day at Ada Township
Park. You can pick up your “Passport for Adventure”. Check in
at the Park Shelter to register and get your “Passports” and then
you can have a range of free activities for your day at the park.
Saturday Activities include:
- Learning Center with nature artifacts and hands on science exhibits
- Free racquets to borrow for tennis and pickle ball
- Nature trails through woods and prairie with interpreters
- Paved bike paths for walking & biking
- Free fishing poles and bait to borrow at the fish pond
- Scavenger hunts in the Arboretum
- Balls for playing basketball & soccer
- Plus additional fun ideas to help you enjoy your day at the park
Event Information :
Location Ada Park 1180 Buttrick Ave. Ada MI 49301
Date/Time: Sept 19, 2009 10am to 2pm
Additional Saturday Sept 19 Events are planned at these Nature Centers:
Calvin College Ecosystem Preserve
Howard Christensen Nature Center
Wittenbach/Wege Agri-Science and Environmental Education Center
We are very fortunate to have such a wonderful entertainment venue in our Forest Hills Area. The fabulous Fine Arts Centers Shows this winter season have something for everyone.
The entertainment this season starts out with a bang!
Saturday, October 17, 2009 – The Tap Dogs
The Tap Dogs are making waves with their unprecedented show that combines strength and the power of workmen with the precision and talent of tap dancing.
Friday November 6, 2009 – Poco, Firefall, and Pure Prairie League – 3 American folk/rock bands that continue the iconic sounds of the 70s, remaining true to its founding vision.
Thursday, December 3, 2009 – Kool & The Gang –The famous & successful band with the sound of jazz, R&B, funk and pop has produced a string of hits including “Jungle Boogie, Lady’s Night, Celebration, and Get Down on It.”
Wednesday, February 3, 2010 – Band of the Irish Guards/
Thursday, April 29, 2010 – Whose Live Anyway
Season Tickets on sale, August 10th – Oct 16th, 2009
Single tickets for Tap Dogs on sale Sept 14th, 2009
Single tickets for Poco, PPl, & Firefall on sale Oct 12, 2009
All remaining single tickets on sale Oct. 26, 2009 at FAC or any Ticketmaster outlet.
Special Event – Matt Giraud – Friday, January 29, 2010
American Idol’s Matt Giraud, Kalamazoo’s own who made it to the top 5 on
the hit show, American Idol. Ticketed Separate event
It seems there are free summer concerts everywhere this summer.
I have seen banners flying in small towns and villages all over Michigan.
What a great way to get out and enjoy the local parks, people
and scenery. Not to be outdone, Ada Michigan is joining the free
music array this summer.
Ada Historical Society is jumping on the proverbial “bandwagon”
with their Music on the Lawn Series.
Last Friday, they featured the Nowhere Band, which bills itself as a
Beatles tribute band. Darn, we missed that but I plan on attending
some of the remaining concerts this summer.
All concerts are located at the Ada Historical Society
7144 Headley St Ada Michigan 49301 616-676-9346
Tuesday, August 18 – Java Jive – dance standards from ‘30s & ‘40s
Tuesday, August 25 –Ransom Street Band from Saint Cecelia’s Society playing swing music
Tuesday, Sept 1 – Crossroads Country Band plays country & bluegrass
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Photo of Ada Historical Society Barns by Bonnie Westbrook
Six different schools in the Forest Hills Public School District are under
some kind of construction this summer.
- Central High School
- Ada Elementary School
- Central Middle School
- Ada Vista School
- Collins Elementary School
- Community & Aquatic Center
- Central Woodlands 5/6
- Northern Trails 5/6
Every school site will receive different combinations of security cameras,
roof repair/ replacement, parking lot resurfacing, and energy
conservation/sustainability improvements (window replacement,
lighting and mechanical system upgrades).
See details at Forest Hills District News Site
Some photos of the Construction Sites:
Warning - if you like hard hats, you will be in 7th heaven!
Ada Elementary School
Ada Elementary School
Central Middle School
Central Middle School
Forest Hills Central High School
Forest Hills Central High School
School districts reflect the interest people have in their
community public education systems. Forest Hills Schools are
one of the best in our state in almost every category. New
school updates are one of the ways we try to keep you informed
on what is happening in the Forest Hills District.
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Photos by Bonnie Westbrook
Tuesday was the first day of the Ada Farm Market at a new place,
Thornapple Community Church on Thornapple River Drive in downtown Ada.
The Farm Market will run Tuesdays, 2-7 pm from now until the end of
September. We took a video so you could see the market for yourself.
We found all kinds of goodies, freshly roasted coffee, chickens and other
meat available from local farmers. Fresh strawberries, sweet cherries,
lettuce, Walla-Walla onions, radishes, and other great looking items.
Some of the farmers will sell you a share in their crops. You contribute
a set amount and they will deliver fresh produce to you every week all
summer!! We might look into that if our gardening days are getting too
difficult.
We came home with some freshly picked black raspberries and a
King Kong Coleus.
I will definitely be back next week for some of those Walla-Walla
onions and fresh eggs from free range chickens.
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