Saline – Groups and Clubs
During Covid-19: Contact groups for current program changes. For groups and clubs, dues are annual unless otherwise noted.
American Truck Historical Society (Southeastern Michigan [SEMI] Chapter)
John Dresden III, (248) 752–3830
Free meetings feature a speaker and discussion with antique truck owners about finding parts in the area, the history of trucking, and local historical events. Meets Jan., Mar., May, July, Sept. & Nov., 3rd Tues. 7 p.m., usually at Washtenaw Farm Council Grounds, 5055 Ann Arbor–Saline Rd. National dues $55 (includes six issues of Wheels of Time), additional $15 for chapter. johndresden@att.net, aths.org
Freemasons Saline Masonic Lodge #133
Saline Masonic Temple, 109 W. Michigan, Saline
(734) 335–8762
Fraternal organization participating in scholarships, local charities, and community service projects. Meets 1st Tues.: dinner at 6:30 p.m., business meeting at 7:30 p.m. Contact for dues information. salinemasons.org
Friends of the Saline District Library
Saline District Library, 555 N. Maple, Saline
(734) 994–0625
All-volunteer organization supports and promotes the library’s mission and programs. Operates the Corner Book Shop in the library. Check website for book shop schedule. Board meeting 1st Thurs. 6:30 p.m. Volunteers welcome. salibfriends@gmail.com, salinelibrary.org/about/friends
Friends of the Saline River
PO Box 432, Saline 48176
Manages the Leslee Niethammer Saline River Preserve and holds Saline River volunteer cleanup events. info@salineriverpreserve.com, salineriverpreserve.com
Kiwanis Club
Mail: 3702 Hedgerow, Saline 48176
(734) 395–1268
Supports efforts to improve the lives of children. Provides dictionaries to each Saline School District 3rd grader and 3 scholarships to high school seniors each year. Dues $110. Meets the 1st and 3rd Mon. 6 p.m. at the Saline American Legion Hall, 320 W. Michigan Ave. kiwanisclubofsaline.com
Knights of Columbus Saline Council #6674
Dave Ringe, (734) 845–7570; starting July, Todd Elekonich, (734) 678–6166
Catholic charity organization. Meets 1st Wed. 8 p.m. (preceded by 7 p.m. Mass), St. Andrew the Apostle Catholic Church, 910 Austin. Dues: $40 (new members, first year free). gk6674@mikofc.org, standrewsaline.org/knights-of-columbus
Order of the Eastern Star, Chapter 311
(517) 673–8152
A community-service charitable organization that additionally supports scholarships for college education to all. Meets monthly (except July & Aug.) 1st Mon. 7:30 p.m. salineoes311@gmail.com, facebook.com/SalineOES311
Saline American Legion, Post 322
320 W. Michigan Ave.
(734) 429–7310
Supports veterans and the surrounding community. Raises money for veteran organizations and causes, the Fisher House at the VA Hospital, Saline Area Social Services, and scholarships for Saline High School students. Cooks for senior groups, installs/removes U.S. flags, and hosts Boy Scout, Cub Scout, and nonprofit events. Meets last Thurs. 7 p.m. Sons of the American Legion meet 2nd Mon. 5 p.m. American Legion Auxiliary meets last Mon. 6 p.m. salineamericanlegion@gmail.com, facebook.com/SalineAmericanLegion
Saline Area Chamber of Commerce
100 E. Michigan, ste. 10, Saline
(734) 429–4494
Business and community events throughout the year. Weekly member and community updates for the Saline area, including the surrounding townships. Follow on social media for updates or check website. office@salinechamber.org, salinechamber.org