Parents Guide to Education in Michigan Plus More Tips for the Week Ahead

It's Monday, and that means we've put together this list of things going on in Novi to help make your week a little brighter, easier and more fun. For a full list of things to do this week, look at the Patch calendar of events.

1. Don't miss it

• A Parent's Guide to Education in Michigan
  

What is the state's responsibility toward educating its population? Find out at a special seminar, A Parent's Guide to Education in Michigan, from 6:15-9 p.m. Monday in the Novi Middle School auditorium. (Read more here.)

2. Volunteers needed

• Volunteers Wanted to help with disassembling Lakeshore & Rotary Park Play Structures
  

Volunteers interested in assisting on Monday, May 13 from 4pm to dark may call the Parks, Recreation and Cultural Services Department at 248-347-0400. Lakeshore Park is located at 601 South Lake Drive and Rotary Park at 22220 Roethel Drive.

3. Local voice of the week

• Celebrating Michigan’s New Felony Strangulation Law

The new law makes strangulation or suffocation a felony punishable by imprisonment for up to 10 years and/or a fine of up to $5,000. Strangling is defined as “intentionally impeding normal breathing or circulation of the blood by applying pressure on the throat or neck or by blocking the nose or mouth of another person.” (Read more here.)

4. In case you missed it

• See Photos of 6-Year-Old Cancer Survivor's Surprise

Gioia Masseus was greeted with a flood of orange balloons, cupcakes and carnations in support of Leukemia awareness at her surprise party April 26 at Novi Woods Elementary School. (Read more here.)

5. Last chance

• 2013 Memorial Day Parade Veteran Entry Form
  

Our 2013 parade will bring special recognition and honor to those who have sacrificed and served our country. We are asking area veterans to honor us by participating in the parade and memorial ceremony. The parade will take place on Monday, May 27 at 10am. The form needs to be returned by FRIDAY, MAY 17, 2013. If you have any questions, please contact Rachel Zagaroli, City of Novi Older Adult Services Manager at 248.347.0414 for more information.