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Brothers recognized for

exemplary community service

Brothers Scott Gocaj and John Goci were recently honored by the Rotary Club of Wayne with the pres-
tigious Paul Harris Award, recognizing their years of dedication and service to the community. The
award, named after Rotary founder Paul Harris, is one of the highest honors given by Rotary Interna-
tional and is presented to individuals who exemplify the organization’s guiding principle — “Service
Above Self.”The presentation took place at Mike and Mona’s – US 12 Bar and Grill in Wayne, where
family, friends, and fellow Rotarians gathered to celebrate the brothers’ outstanding contributions.For
many years, both Scott and John have been active supporters of local causes, community events, and
charitable initiatives throughout the City of Wayne and surrounding areas. Their commitment to giving
back has made a lasting impact, reflecting the true spirit of volunteerism and civic pride.

Halloween, Continued from page 4 express your creativity, get ready for
fall, and connect with your commu-
to show off your spooky trunk, call nity,” said Wolak.
(734)721-7400. HYPE Athletics is lo- The Wayne Downtown Develop-
cated at 4635 Howe Rd. ment Authority (DDA) partnered
“HYPE’s Trunk or Treat is one of with Flowers in the Mitten for the
the most meaningful events we host third Annual Scarecrow Fest, which
every year,” said Rabih Darwiche, happened on Saturday, September
HYPE General Manager. “It’s more 20th. “This year’s Scarecrow Fest
than just Halloween fun, it’s a chance was everything we could have hoped
for our small community to unite, to for. The sun was shining and we had
give back, and most importantly, to perfect weather, families enjoyed de-
put smiles on the faces of our chil- licious treats from seven food trucks,
dren.” explored over 30 vendors, and expe-
rienced fun attractions all day long,”
On Friday, October 31st, from said Lisa Kubany, DDA Director of
6:30 - 8 p.m., Hill Crest Bible Events and Marketing.
Church will host Trunk or Treat. The scarecrows will remain on
The event will have lots of candy and display during the entire month of
prizes. Hill Crest Bible Church is lo- October for the public to enjoy. “With
cated at 3 Towne Square St. Please the scarecrows now safely show-
enter using the west doors located cased in the Town Square through-
across from the Post Office. out October, everyone has the chance
“Join us for our family friendly Scott and Rachel Gocaj passing out candy at Trunk or Treat. to enjoy these amazing designs all
trunk or treat. We hope to see you Cork Pumpkins (adult program, 29th. month long,” said Kubany.
here,” said Seth McDonald, lead pas- bring your own corks if possible) on For more information regarding This is just a sampling of all the
tor at Hill Crest Bible Church. Tuesday, October 21st, Candy these events, you can visit events happening in town. So
Coffins (teen event, grades 6-12) on Wayne.lib.mi.us/events. “We’ve got a whether you want to see some scare-
The Wayne Public Library is Thursday, October 23rd, and Hal- variety of fun, free events planned for crows, get creative with crafts, or go
also hosting several other spooky loween Storytime (for children 3-5 all different age groups this October. trunk-or-treating, the City of Wayne
events this month, such as: Wine years old) on Wednesday, October These programs are a great way to has an event for everyone to enjoy!

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