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SAE Detroit Section Golf Outing

Golf , SAE Detroit Section will host the first of two Golf Outings on Monday, May 20 th  at Red Run Golf Club in Royal Oak. The day will begin with a shotgun start followed by a reception with hors d’oeuvres and cash bar. Registration Information: The outing is limited to 144 players and assignments will be allocated on a first-come basis, giving sponsors first preference. Registration Link: https://www.sae-detroit.org/wp-content/uploads/SAEMayGolf.pdf. Contact: Renee' Bovair 248-324-4445 x 2. Cost: Sponsored Foursome - $800. Host: SAE Detroit Section. Monday, May 20, 2013. Red Run Golf Club 2036 Rochester Rd Royal Oak, MI. For more info visit www.sae-detroit.org.

Brewing Chemistry

Networking Events We chose the name for this series, ‘Brewing Chemistry,’ to emphasize the lighthearted nature of these get-togethers of curious people who aren’t intimidated by chemistry – and of course in recognition of the restaurant where we meet: one of our local treasures, known for its microbrewery. A series of accessible chemistry lectures organized under the banner “Brewing Chemistry” by the Younger Chemists Committee of the Detroit Local Section of the American Chemical Society, the world’s largest scientific society. Registration Link: https://portal.acs.org/portal/acs/corg/memberapp?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=mapp_register_page&siteId=1. Contact: Meghann Mouyianis, ACS Younger Chemists Committee Chair meghann_13 at hotmail.com. Cost: There is no admission charge, and free parking is available. Host: Detroit Local Section of the American Chemical Society. Tuesday, May 21, 2013, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Traffic Jam & Snug 511 West Canfield Street Detroit, MI.

ESD-Annual Fundraising Breakfast

ESD Events Host: ESD. Wednesday, May 22, 2013. Silver Gardens Event Center 24350 Southfield Road Southfield, MI 48075.

ESD-ESD Annual Breakfast

ESD Events Michigan is on the verge of losing the next generation of engineers. Unless we halt our engineering shortage, Michigan will no longer be a state based upon engineering and technical innovation. The time for action is now. The time to fund ESD’s vision is now: Serving this generation of engineers and technical professionals while fostering the next. Engineers solve problems, and that’s just what the ESD is doing. Three years of high-level symposia with subject matter experts led to our Made in Michigan Pipeline, a two-pronged approach over two years that excites Michigan’s students about the possibilities of engineering that foster our profession, and provides practical solutions to businesses and governments for economic development. From start to finish, ESD offers learning, professional development, career networking, and much more. Whether it’s our Future City Program for middle school, our job fairs for engineers ready to work, or our Institute symposia to make Michigan the export state of choice fo… Registration Information: Lori Birman at 248-353-0735, ext. 120, or lbirman@esd.org. Registration Link: https://netforum.avectra.com/eweb/DynamicPage.aspx?WebCode=LoginRequired&Site=ESD. Cost: Free to the Public. Host: The Engineering Society of Detroit. Wednesday, May 22, 2013, 8:00 AM – 9:00 AM. Shriners Silver Gardens Southfield Mi. For more info visit ww2.esd.org.

Engineering SMArT Detroit Competition

Affiliate Societies the 2013 Engineering SMArT Detroit Competition at Lawrence Tech University on Thursday, May 23, from 9:00 a.m. – 3:00 p.m.  High school students are working on designing an energy efficient home and will be presenting their design drawings at the competition.  Matt Roush, WWJ950 radio personality and technology reporter for CBS Detroit will serve as the host for this year’s event.  We expect approximately twenty teams to participate in the competition from the following schools: • Central Collegiate Academy • Cody – Detroit Institute of Technology • Ford High School • Melvindale High School. Contact: Cheryl Ollila (248)353.0735, ext.166 collila@esd.org Randale Robinson (248)353.0735, ext. rrobinson@esd.org. Host: ESD. Thursday, May 23, 2013, 10:00 AM – 2:00 PM. Lawrence Tech University.

Webinar- Air Quality Permitted in a Carbon Constrained World

Corporate Member Events This webinar will focus on the status of air quality regulations surrounding climate change. We will discuss several existing and proposed regulations and the current status of implementation. We will also touch on how climate change regulations are affecting air permits and discuss the future of climate change legislation. Lori L. Myott Ms. Myott is the Air Quality Business Unit Lead at NTH Consultants, Ltd. where she manages a staff of professionals and engineers who specialize in stack testing, air permitting, dispersion modeling, regulatory evaluations, recordkeeping and reporting. Ms. Myott has fifteen years of air quality experience, including developing air use permits, performing environmental audits and regulatory compliance assistance for various industrial, institutional and municipal clients. She specializes in major New Source Review applicability determinations and developing regulatory compliance options. Ms. Myott holds a Bachelor of Science Degree in Civil/Environmental Engineering fro… Registration Link: https://nthconsultantsec.webex.com/mw0307l/mywebex/default.do?nomenu=true&siteurl=nthconsultantsec&service=6&rnd=0.7152568358416876&main_url=https%3A%2F%2Fnthconsultantsec.webex.com%2Fec0606l%2Feventcenter%2Fevent%2FeventAction.do%3FtheAction%3Ddetail%26confViewID%3D1003769505%26%26%26%26siteurl%3Dnthconsultantsec. Host: NTH Consultants. Thursday, May 23, 2013, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM.

AFS Saginaw Valley - Golf Outing

Golf 4 MAN SCRAMBLE: Shotgun start @ 8:00 AM (Must have 1 AFS member per team) • Hole-in-One contest wins new vehicle lease from Martin Chevrolet • Golf Get-Away Weekend from River Horse Books • Prizes on every hole (longest drive or closest to pin) • Door prizes (AFS Members only Must be present to win , . Schedule: SCHEDULE OF EVENTS • Registration:    6:45 - 7:30 AM • Captain’s Meeting:   7:30 AM • Keys in Carts:    7:45 AM • Shotgun Start:    8:00 AM • Lunch:     Cash basis at turn • Dinner:     Approx. 2:00 PM • Awards & Prizes:   After Dinner. Registration Information: Pre-Paid Golf tickets only available from Mike Luth, Vib/Con vibcon@concentric.net 989-755-9175 (8 a.m. – 5 p.m.) Mail checks to: P.O. Box 2023 Saginaw, MI 48605. Registration Link: http://www.saginawvalleyafs.org/. Contact: DJ Couture at (248) 978-5344. Cost: $80/person Golf; Dinner only tickets $25 available at the course. Host: AFS Saginaw Valley. Saturday, June 1, 2013, 6:45 AM – 3:00 PM. Kimberly Oaks 1100 W Walnut St St. Charles, MI 48655.

MDEQ-AIR PERMIT-TO-INSTALL (PTI) APPLICATION TRAINING

Educational Program Are you required to obtain an air permit for your company, or are you interested in learning more about the air permit process? If yes, this training is for you! Attend this workshop to learn more about how to complete the air Permit-to-Install Application. You will receive: • The Permit-to-Install Workbook • Clarification on what constitutes an administratively complete application • Explanation of a step-by-step process to ensure a complete application • Answers to your questions by participating in one of the following: o A general question & answer session, or o A one-on-one session with a permit engineer for people with project-specific questions (a limited number of slots are available). Schedule: Check-in: 8:00 am Program: 8:30 am – noon. Registration Link: http://www.deq.state.mi.us/eforms/ptiworkshopregistration.html. Contact: For questions regarding registration, contact the Alana Berthold at bertholda@michigan.gov. Cost: $45. Host: MDEQ. Wednesday, June 5, 2013, 8:00 AM – 12:00 PM. Constitution Hall 525 W. Allegan Street Lansing, Michigan. For more info visit www.michigan.gov.

Toastmasters Club

ESD Events Join the Toastmasters program today to improve your communication skills and open doors in your personal and professional life. Instead of laboring in an academic setting or spending money on costly seminars, you’ll learn in a self-paced atmosphere of fun and fellowship. For about $5 a month, toastmasters will give you the opportunity to: -Develop better speaking and presentation skills. -Learn to think quickly and clearly on your feet. -Build strong leadership abilities. The Toastmasters’ Club meets at ESD’s headquarters every first and third Wednesday from noon-1 p.m. sharp. Attendees may bring their lunch. Schedule: Every first and third Wednesday Noon-1 p.m. ESD Headquarters. Contact: For more information, contact Fran Mahoney at 248-353-0735, ext. 116 or fmahoney@esd.org. Host: The Engineering Society of Detroit. Wednesday, June 5, 2013, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. ESD Headquarters 20700 Civic Center Drive Southfield, MI.

MSPE Annual Conference & Golf "The Business of Engineering in Michigan"

Conferences The MSPE Annual Conference “The Business of Engineering in Michigan” has been designed to allow working engineers and their families a chance to get-away-from-it-all, gain professional development hours, network with colleagues and enjoy Northern Michigan together. Come join us for 3 days of engineering education and fun. Over the 3 days of the conference there will be up to 20 PDHs available to attendees. Both Thursday and Saturday will offer a full day of 8 PDHs and Friday has 4 PDHs available.  If you can not attend the entire conference, but are limited to just one or 2 days, you can still reap a substantial number of credits. Thursday will be a casual dinner with everyone invited to show their true colors by wearing college related apparel.  We will be kicking off the PAC (Political Action Committee) Fundraiser by encouraging pledges that will see the winning school alumni being serenaded by the losers singing their fight song and posing with the rivals athletic team's items.We have a Golf Outing… Registration Information: Our room rate is $145 a night for the Hotel, $169 a night for the Tower. Check in time begins after 4:00 p.m. on arrival day and check out time is prior to 11:00 a.m. on departure day. **Rooms can also be reserved by using the Resort’s reservation site at http://www.grandtraverseresort.com/promocode-en.html?promocode=MSPE613. Contact: Payment & Registration: Make checks payable to MSPE, and return this form to: MSPE, P.O Box 15276, Lansing, MI 48901-5276 or fax to (517) 487-0635. You can also register and pay online at www.michiganspe.org. If you have any questions regarding the Professional Development Hours at the conference, please contact the MSPE office by phone at (517) 487-9388. Cancellations: Registration fees, less a $25 processing charge, are refundable by submitting your request in writing to MSPE on or before, May 1… Cost: See Brochure Link for details. Host: MSPE. Thursday, June 6, 2013 – Saturday, June 8, 2013. Grand Traverse Resort 100 Grand Traverse Village Blvd. Acme, MI 49610-0404. For more info visit library.constantcontact.com.

SMSBF- Sustainable Spirits

Networking Events The events, planned for the 1st Thursday of each month, will feature a presentation on sustainability by one of our members and take place at rotating venues throughout the Metro-Detroit and Ann Arbor area These casual events are free and offer an opportunity to socialize, network and build your knowledge of sustainability and business practices while enjoying a cocktail in a unique venue. All events are Cash Bar. Bring a friend! Contact: Cristy Starkweather, Administrative Assistant Phone: 734.998.1215. Host: Southeast Michigan Sustainable Business Forum. Thursday, June 6, 2013, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM. For more info visit www.smsbf.org.

SAE Detroit Section Young Automotive Professionals Conference (YAPC)

Affiliate Societies SAE Detroit Section along with this year’s host, General Motors, invites you to attend the 10th Annual Young Automotive Professionals Conference (YAPC). The event will include a Keynote Speaker from General Motors and a panel discussion and Q&A with prominent industry executives on the topic Design for Peak Performance. The afternoon highlight will be a Ride & Drive event featuring some of General Motors most exciting vehicles on various courses. The conference is open to anyone 18 years and older (Ride & Drive requires valid driver’s license) and is a great opportunity to network with young professionals in the automotive industry. Schedule: Agenda 8:30 – 9:30 a.m. Registration and Continental Breakfast 9:30 – 10:00 a.m. Keynote Speaker, Jim Campbell, Vice President - Performance Vehicles and Motorsports, General Motors 10:00 a.m. – 12:00 p.m. Panel Discussion and Q&A 12:00 – 12:30 p.m. Networking Lunch 12:30 – 4:30 p.m. Ride & Drive. Registration Information: Registration will close on Thursday, June 6 at 5:00 p.m. There will be no onsite ticket sales. No refunds after May 31. Registration Link: https://www.sae-detroit.org/register/?id=101. Contact: Kacie Bukosky SAE Detroit Section (248) 324-4445 x 1. Host: General Motors Corporation. Saturday, June 8, 2013, 8:30 AM – 4:30 PM. General Motors Milford Proving Grounds 3300 General Motors Rd Milford Township, MI. For more info visit www.sae-detroit.org.

SEMCO - Monthly Meeting

Meetings Special Interest Groups (SIGs) SIG-Computing SIG-Techniques SEMCO is one of the country's oldest personal computing organizations and was established to help individuals better understand personal computing. Schedule: 1:30 SIG-Computing 3:45 SIG-Techniques. Registration Information: Parking is on the North (back side of the building). Registration Link: http://www.semco.org/. Cost: FREE & Public Invited. Host: SouthEastern Michigan Computer Organization. Sunday, June 9, 2013, 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM. The Engineering Society of Detroit HQ 20700 Civic Center Dr. Suite 450 Southfield, MI 48076.

ESD-Today and Tomorrow Tour

ESD Events RSVP for a free ESD Today, ESD Tomorrow Tour at our headquarters in Southfield, MI. These one hour meetings are a great way to network and learn more about the mission of ESD, the ESD Institute, and the society’s many programs and services. Plus, you get a quick tour of our wonderful member facility. Meetings last one hour and depending upon the time of day you choose, we provide beverages and either a healthy light breakfast or Hors d'œuvres. Contact: RSVP to lbirman@esd.org or 248-353-0735, ext. 120 to reserve your space today. Host: ESD Member Tour Series. Wednesday, June 12, 2013, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. ESD Headquarters 20700 Civic Center Drive Southfield, MI.

Brewing Chemistry

Networking Events We chose the name for this series, ‘Brewing Chemistry,’ to emphasize the lighthearted nature of these get-togethers of curious people who aren’t intimidated by chemistry – and of course in recognition of the restaurant where we meet: one of our local treasures, known for its microbrewery. A series of accessible chemistry lectures organized under the banner “Brewing Chemistry” by the Younger Chemists Committee of the Detroit Local Section of the American Chemical Society, the world’s largest scientific society. Registration Link: https://portal.acs.org/portal/acs/corg/memberapp?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=mapp_register_page&siteId=1. Contact: Meghann Mouyianis, ACS Younger Chemists Committee Chair meghann_13 at hotmail.com. Cost: There is no admission charge, and free parking is available. Host: Detroit Local Section of the American Chemical Society. Tuesday, June 18, 2013, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Traffic Jam & Snug 511 West Canfield Street Detroit, MI.

Toastmasters Club

ESD Events Join the Toastmasters program today to improve your communication skills and open doors in your personal and professional life. Instead of laboring in an academic setting or spending money on costly seminars, you’ll learn in a self-paced atmosphere of fun and fellowship. For about $5 a month, toastmasters will give you the opportunity to: -Develop better speaking and presentation skills. -Learn to think quickly and clearly on your feet. -Build strong leadership abilities. The Toastmasters’ Club meets at ESD’s headquarters every first and third Wednesday from noon-1 p.m. sharp. Attendees may bring their lunch. Schedule: Every first and third Wednesday Noon-1 p.m. ESD Headquarters. Contact: For more information and to reserve your space, contact Fran Mahoney at 248-353-0735, ext. 116 or fmahoney@esd.org. Host: Engineering Society of Detroit. Wednesday, June 19, 2013, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. ESD Headquarters, 20700 Civic Center Drive, Suite #450, Southfield, Mich.

Affiliate Council Monthly Meeting

Affiliate Societies Dr. Moylan will be speaking on Service and Leadership.  Part of The Toastmasters’ Leadership Excellence Series. This session will provide the overall concepts of the service leadership philosophy.  Bill is a seasoned Toastmaster speaker active in multiple societies.  Bill has been an active member of ESD since 1973.   The ESD Affiliate Council meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the Month. ¸ø¤* *¤ø¸¸ø¤* *¤ø¸¸ø¤* *¤ø¸¸ø¤**¤ø¸¸ø¤**¤ø¸¸ø¤**¤ø¸ THE ESD AFFILIATE COUNCIL MISSION: To encourage cross-society cooperation and communication. To promote peer recognition of noteworthy members. To enhance and broaden the knowledge of engineering and the sciences as multi-faceted and varied disciplines through involvement of the Affiliate Societies in educational activities and student programs. To provide a mechanism for the Affiliated Societies to plan joint meetings, and obtain access to seminars and programs for professional or personal development. To be the primary conduit for the Affili… Schedule: 5:30 p.m.  Dinner 6:15 Special Guest Speaker:  Dr. William A. Moylan, FESD, PMP, Associate Professor. Host: ESD. Wednesday, June 19, 2013, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. ESD Headquarters 20700 Civic Center Dr. Southfield, MI 48076.

AWWA Annual Small Systems Conference

Conferences DIRECTIONS: Take M-66 to downtown Ionia, turn east on Adams St. (Burger King on the Corner) go one block to Steele St. Hall is on the Northwest corner of Steele and Adams St. Schedule: 8:00—8:30 am Sign In - Coffee & Doughnuts 8:30 - 9:30 am Well Construction Bob Masters, Peerless Midwest Inc. 9:30 – 1 0:30 am Sanitary Survey, MDEQ Update Mark Joseph, MDEQ 10:30 - 10:45 am Break 10:45 - 12:00 pm Fracking , Is my Well in Danger ? Gerry Burrows, Water Systems Analysis 12:00 - 12:30 pm Lunch (Safety Videos) Vendor Exhibits 12:30– 1:30 pm Water Tower Mixing Dixon Engineering, SolarBee Mike Christiansen, Medora Corp. 1:30 - 2:30 pm First Aide Life, EMS 2:30 - 3:30… Registration Information: Send registration to: AWWA Small Systems Committee 505 Apple Tree Drive Ionia, MI 48846. Registration Link: http://www.mi-water.org/documents/category/110-small-systems-conference.html?download=312%3Asmall-systems-conference-brochure. Contact: rhonda.coulier@peerlessmidwest.com 616-527-0050. Cost: THIS CONFERENCE IS FREE TO SMALL SYSTEMS INCLUDING LUNCH. Host: Michigan Section AWWA. Thursday, June 20, 2013, 8:00 AM – 3:30 PM. Steele Street Hall 115 S. Steele Street Ionia, MI 48846. For more info visit www.mi-water.org.

SAE Detroit Section Networking Night

Networking Events SAE members and guests will meet to discuss current social and business topics with fellow executive-minded professionals. The event location will vary month to month throughout the metro-Detroit area. There is no cost for admission, but everyone is responsible for their own tabs. Don't forget to bring extra business cards! *Please note, alcoholic beverages are neither supplied nor purchased by SAE Detroit Section. SAE advises attendees to drink responsibly and exercise good judgment at SAE events. Registration Information: No registration is required for this free networking event. Contact: Kacie Bukosky SAE Detroit Section 248-324-4445 x 1. Cost: Free. Host: SAE Detroit Section. Thursday, June 20, 2013, 6:00 PM – 8:00 PM. Woodward Avenue Brewers 22646 Woodward Avenue Ferndale, MI. For more info visit www.sae-detroit.org.

SAE Detroit Section Golf Outing

Golf SAE Detroit Section will host its second Golf Outing on Friday, July 26 at the Links of Novi. The day will begin with a shotgun start and end with a steak dinner. The Links of Novi is easily accessible from all major freeways, less than three miles from I-96 via Wixom or Beck Road exits. Schedule: 7:00 a.m. Registration/Breakfast 8:00 a.m. Shotgun start (scramble format). Registration Information: The outing is limited to 216 players and assignments will be allocated on a first-come basis, giving sponsors first preference. Registration Link: https://www.sae-detroit.org/wp-content/uploads/SAEJulyGolf.pdf. Contact: Renee' Bovair. Host: SAE Detroit Section. Wednesday, July 3, 2013, 7:00 AM. 50395 W. 10 Mile Road, Novi, MI. For more info visit www.sae-detroit.org.

Toastmasters Club

ESD Events Join the Toastmasters program today to improve your communication skills and open doors in your personal and professional life. Instead of laboring in an academic setting or spending money on costly seminars, you’ll learn in a self-paced atmosphere of fun and fellowship. For about $5 a month, toastmasters will give you the opportunity to: -Develop better speaking and presentation skills. -Learn to think quickly and clearly on your feet. -Build strong leadership abilities. The Toastmasters’ Club meets at ESD’s headquarters every first and third Wednesday from noon-1 p.m. sharp. Attendees may bring their lunch. Schedule: Every first and third Wednesday Noon-1 p.m. ESD Headquarters. Contact: For more information, contact Fran Mahoney at 248-353-0735, ext. 116 or fmahoney@esd.org. Host: The Engineering Society of Detroit. Wednesday, July 3, 2013, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. ESD Headquarters 20700 Civic Center Drive Southfield, MI.

SMSBF- Sustainable Spirits

Networking Events The events, planned for the 1st Thursday of each month, will feature a presentation on sustainability by one of our members and take place at rotating venues throughout the Metro-Detroit and Ann Arbor area These casual events are free and offer an opportunity to socialize, network and build your knowledge of sustainability and business practices while enjoying a cocktail in a unique venue. All events are Cash Bar. Bring a friend! Contact: Cristy Starkweather, Administrative Assistant Phone: 734.998.1215. Host: Southeast Michigan Sustainable Business Forum. Thursday, July 4, 2013, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM. For more info visit www.smsbf.org.

ESD-Today and Tomorrow Tour

ESD Events RSVP for a free ESD Today, ESD Tomorrow Tour at our headquarters in Southfield, MI. These one hour meetings are a great way to network and learn more about the mission of ESD, the ESD Institute, and the society’s many programs and services. Plus, you get a quick tour of our wonderful member facility. Meetings last one hour and depending upon the time of day you choose, we provide beverages and either a healthy light breakfast or Hors d'œuvres. Contact: RSVP to lbirman@esd.org or 248-353-0735, ext. 120 to reserve your space today. Host: ESD Member Tour Series. Wednesday, July 10, 2013, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. ESD Headquarters 20700 Civic Center Drive Southfield, MI.

SEMCO - Monthly Meeting

Affiliate Societies Special Interest Groups (SIGs) SIG-Computing SIG-Techniques SEMCO is one of the country's oldest personal computing organizations and was established to help individuals better understand personal computing. Schedule: 1:30 SIG-Computing 3:45 SIG-Techniques. Registration Information: Parking is on the North (back side of the building). Registration Link: http://www.semco.org/. Cost: FREE & Public Invited. Host: SouthEastern Michigan Computer Organization. Sunday, July 14, 2013, 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM. The Engineering Society of Detroit HQ 20700 Civic Center Dr. Suite 450 Southfield, MI 48076.

Brewing Chemistry

Networking Events We chose the name for this series, ‘Brewing Chemistry,’ to emphasize the lighthearted nature of these get-togethers of curious people who aren’t intimidated by chemistry – and of course in recognition of the restaurant where we meet: one of our local treasures, known for its microbrewery. A series of accessible chemistry lectures organized under the banner “Brewing Chemistry” by the Younger Chemists Committee of the Detroit Local Section of the American Chemical Society, the world’s largest scientific society. Registration Link: https://portal.acs.org/portal/acs/corg/memberapp?_nfpb=true&_pageLabel=mapp_register_page&siteId=1. Contact: Meghann Mouyianis, ACS Younger Chemists Committee Chair meghann_13 at hotmail.com. Cost: There is no admission charge, and free parking is available. Host: Detroit Local Section of the American Chemical Society. Tuesday, July 16, 2013, 7:00 PM – 9:00 PM. Traffic Jam & Snug 511 West Canfield Street Detroit, MI.

Toastmasters Club

ESD Events Join the Toastmasters program today to improve your communication skills and open doors in your personal and professional life. Instead of laboring in an academic setting or spending money on costly seminars, you’ll learn in a self-paced atmosphere of fun and fellowship. For about $5 a month, toastmasters will give you the opportunity to: -Develop better speaking and presentation skills. -Learn to think quickly and clearly on your feet. -Build strong leadership abilities. The Toastmasters’ Club meets at ESD’s headquarters every first and third Wednesday from noon-1 p.m. sharp. Attendees may bring their lunch. Schedule: Every first and third Wednesday Noon-1 p.m. ESD Headquarters. Contact: For more information and to reserve your space, contact Fran Mahoney at 248-353-0735, ext. 116 or fmahoney@esd.org. Host: Engineering Society of Detroit. Wednesday, July 17, 2013, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. ESD Headquarters, 20700 Civic Center Drive, Suite #450, Southfield, Mich.

Affiliate Council Monthly Meeting

Affiliate Societies Dr. Moylan will be speaking on Service and Leadership.  Part of The Toastmasters’ Leadership Excellence Series. This session will provide the overall concepts of the service leadership philosophy.  Bill is a seasoned Toastmaster speaker active in multiple societies.  Bill has been an active member of ESD since 1973.   The ESD Affiliate Council meets on the 3rd Wednesday of the Month. ¸ø¤* *¤ø¸¸ø¤* *¤ø¸¸ø¤* *¤ø¸¸ø¤**¤ø¸¸ø¤**¤ø¸¸ø¤**¤ø¸ THE ESD AFFILIATE COUNCIL MISSION: To encourage cross-society cooperation and communication. To promote peer recognition of noteworthy members. To enhance and broaden the knowledge of engineering and the sciences as multi-faceted and varied disciplines through involvement of the Affiliate Societies in educational activities and student programs. To provide a mechanism for the Affiliated Societies to plan joint meetings, and obtain access to seminars and programs for professional or personal development. To be the primary conduit for the Affili… Schedule: 5:30 p.m.  Dinner 6:15 Special Guest Speaker:  Dr. William A. Moylan, FESD, PMP, Associate Professor. Host: ESD. Wednesday, July 17, 2013, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. ESD Headquarters 20700 Civic Center Dr. Southfield, MI 48076.

SMSBF- Sustainable Spirits

Networking Events The events, planned for the 1st Thursday of each month, will feature a presentation on sustainability by one of our members and take place at rotating venues throughout the Metro-Detroit and Ann Arbor area These casual events are free and offer an opportunity to socialize, network and build your knowledge of sustainability and business practices while enjoying a cocktail in a unique venue. All events are Cash Bar. Bring a friend! Contact: Cristy Starkweather, Administrative Assistant Phone: 734.998.1215. Host: Southeast Michigan Sustainable Business Forum. Thursday, August 1, 2013, 5:30 PM – 8:00 PM. For more info visit www.smsbf.org.

Toastmasters Club

ESD Events Join the Toastmasters program today to improve your communication skills and open doors in your personal and professional life. Instead of laboring in an academic setting or spending money on costly seminars, you’ll learn in a self-paced atmosphere of fun and fellowship. For about $5 a month, toastmasters will give you the opportunity to: -Develop better speaking and presentation skills. -Learn to think quickly and clearly on your feet. -Build strong leadership abilities. The Toastmasters’ Club meets at ESD’s headquarters every first and third Wednesday from noon-1 p.m. sharp. Attendees may bring their lunch. Schedule: Every first and third Wednesday Noon-1 p.m. ESD Headquarters. Contact: For more information, contact Fran Mahoney at 248-353-0735, ext. 116 or fmahoney@esd.org. Host: The Engineering Society of Detroit. Wednesday, August 7, 2013, 12:00 PM – 1:00 PM. ESD Headquarters 20700 Civic Center Drive Southfield, MI.

S.E.M.P.P.E.S. - 23rd Annual Golf Outing

Golf "As we all know Golf is a puzzle without an answer."  - Gary Player, "Why did you buy a new Putter? Because the old one didn't float." - Al Preis , . Schedule: GOLF OUTING AGENDA 6:45 AM  Registration 7:00 - 8:00 AM Driving Range 7:00 - 8:00 AM Continental Breakfast 8:00 AM Shotgut Start 10:30-11:00 AM Hotdog Lunch (at turn around) 2:00-5:00 PM Dinner Reception. Registration Information: RSVP by June 14, 2013 (Flag Day!) Make checks payable to: S.E.M.P.P.E.S. c/o Brett Irick 2 Brookwood Ln. Dearborn, MI 48120 or FAX 313-382-1471. Registration Link: http://www.semppes.com. Contact: Brett Irick  xr7gt@prodigy.net. Cost: Golf/Dinner $150 pp; Dinner Only $50; Eagle Sponsor $650; Birdie Club: $600; Hole Sponsor $150. Host: S.E.M.P.P.E.S. - South East Michigan Power Plant & Facility Engineer's Society. Friday, August 9, 2013, 6:45 AM – 7:45 PM. Inn at St. John's 44045 Five Mile Rd. Plymouth Twp. MI 48170.

SEMCO - Monthly Meeting

Meetings Special Interest Groups (SIGs) SIG-Computing SIG-Techniques SEMCO is one of the country's oldest personal computing organizations and was established to help individuals better understand personal computing. Schedule: 1:30 SIG-Computing 3:45 SIG-Techniques. Registration Information: Parking is on the North (back side of the building). Registration Link: http://www.semco.org/. Cost: FREE & Public Invited. Host: SouthEastern Michigan Computer Organization. Sunday, August 11, 2013, 1:30 PM – 5:00 PM. The Engineering Society of Detroit HQ 20700 Civic Center Dr. Suite 450 Southfield, MI 48076.

ESD-Today and Tomorrow Tour

ESD Events RSVP for a free ESD Today, ESD Tomorrow Tour at our headquarters in Southfield, MI. These one hour meetings are a great way to network and learn more about the mission of ESD, the ESD Institute, and the society’s many programs and services. Plus, you get a quick tour of our wonderful member facility. Meetings last one hour and depending upon the time of day you choose, we provide beverages and either a healthy light breakfast or Hors d'œuvres. Contact: RSVP to lbirman@esd.org or 248-353-0735, ext. 120 to reserve your space today. Host: ESD Member Tour Series. Wednesday, August 14, 2013, 5:30 PM – 6:30 PM. ESD Headquarters 20700 Civic Center Drive Southfield, MI.