Canton Township lists nominations, markets, dances and a housing forum in monthly community update

Canton Township's community update on Canton This Month listed several upcoming events and practical details for residents.

Nominations are being accepted for the TR awards, which honor contributions to people with special needs. The awards ceremony is scheduled for Thursday, March 26, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Summit on the Park. Nominations are available online at cantonfund.org and were announced with a January 26 submission date; tickets for the event are $40 and proceeds support therapeutic recreation services in Canton.

The episode also announced the winter farmers market series at the Village Arts Factory on Feb. 15, March 15 and April 19, with special winter market hours from 10 a.m. to 2 p.m. Vendors will offer Michigan goods such as hoop-house produce, cheeses, jams, honey and granola.

Canton's Butterfly Ball returns to the Summit on the Park with age-appropriate dances on Feb. 6 (6 to 8 p.m.) and Feb. 7 (2 to 4 p.m.). The event includes refreshments, a souvenir and a balloon drop. Fees are $17 for Canton residents and $22 for nonresidents; registration at cantonfund.org/register closes Feb. 6. For additional information, the episode directed listeners to cantonfund.org or to call 394-5460.

Township planning staff will present a "Neighborhood Know How" session on Thursday, Feb. 18, from 6 to 8 p.m. at the Summit on the Park Banquet Hall. The presentation, intended for homeowners association board members but open to all, will outline current and future housing needs and include a question-and-answer period. Residents were asked to RSVP by calling the resident service advocate at 394-5198 or by emailing the township contact listed on its website.

The episode concluded with a sign-off from hosts; no formal township decisions or votes were announced during the segment.