Community updates, October events, legislative snapshot and more

Dear Neighbor,

Welcome to my September Newsletter!

As summer ends and a brand-new school year begins, my team and I are staying focused on serving the families of Dearborn and ensuring our community has every resource it needs. Whether we are connecting with you in our neighborhoods or advocating for our community at the Capitol in Lansing, our core commitment remains unchanged. We are here to listen and deliver meaningful results.

Over the past month, our office has stayed busy meeting with residents, from connecting with neighbors at our Senior Expo and helping seniors access valuable resources, to engaging with families and community members across the district, and strengthening our partnerships with community organizations. Staying deeply connected to the people we serve is what allows us to truly understand the day-to-day issues facing our neighbors, ensuring your voices and priorities always guide the work we do in Lansing.

As we enter the fall season, I encourage residents to stay engaged, take advantage of the many events happening throughout our communities, and continue reaching out to my office with questions, concerns, or ideas. If you have questions about state programs or would like to share your thoughts with us, please contact my office at 517-373-0144 or email [email protected].

Thank you for staying connected and engaged. It is an honor to represent our community in Lansing.

Sincerely,

Alabas A. Farhat
State Representative
House District 3

Join me in October for our next Community Conversation. These gatherings give residents a chance to speak with me directly, ask questions, discuss issues affecting our community, and hear updates on my work in Lansing. I look forward to continuing these conversations with you.

When: Friday, Oct. 16, from 11 a.m.-noon

Where: Shibam Coffee, 5461 Schaefer Road, Dearborn, MI

I remain focused on advancing policies that reflect the needs of House District 3 and the people who call our community home. As we move through the final months of the year, my office continues to listen to residents, stay engaged on the issues that matter most, and work to ensure our community’s priorities are represented in Lansing. Whether it is strengthening our communities, supporting working families, or addressing concerns raised by constituents, I remain committed to carrying the voices of our community with me to the Capitol.

September marks the beginning of Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month, a time to celebrate the history, culture, traditions, and contributions of Hispanic and Latino communities across Michigan and the nation.

Observed from Sept. 15 through Oct. 15, Hispanic and Latino Heritage Month recognizes the generations of Hispanic and Latino Americans whose contributions have helped shape our communities, schools, businesses, and neighborhoods. Here in Michigan, Hispanic and Latino residents, families, educators, entrepreneurs, and community leaders continue to strengthen our state.

This month is an opportunity to celebrate these contributions, honor the rich traditions and histories that make our communities unique, and recognize the important role Hispanic and Latino communities play in building a stronger and more connected Michigan.

Family Fall Fest
Saturday, Oct. 10 | noon-4 p.m.
Dearborn Public Library, 21950 Michigan Ave., Dearborn, MI

The Dearborn Historical Museum will host its annual Family Fall Fest, featuring trick-or-treating stations, yard games, mini golf, and other family-friendly activities.

Downtown Dearborn Trick-or-Treating & Fall Bazaar
Saturday, Oct. 24 | Trick-or-treating: 1-3 p.m.; Fall bazaar: 4-9 p.m.
Downtown Dearborn — East and West Downtown districts

Downtown Dearborn will bring the community together for a full day of fall activities. The annual Trick-or-Treating event will give children and families the opportunity to dress up, visit participating businesses, and collect treats throughout downtown.

If you know an individual, business, or community landmark that you believe deserves special recognition in the form of a tribute, please reach out to my office or submit a request here. One of my favorite parts of serving as your state representative is visiting teachers, small-business owners, and others to offer our gratitude for the work they do to support our community daily.

Our teachers and business leaders are pillars of the community and deserve recognition for their hard work. If you would like to nominate a teacher and/or business for me to recognize on social media, please fill out the forms below.

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