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We Need Your Input...Parks & Recreation SURVEY |
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INPUT NEEDED! The Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority would like your input as we take public comment in developing our 5 year master plan. We've developed about 20 questions that will take you no longer than about 5 minutes to complete.
Click here at Howell Parks & Recreation Survey to fill it out online. We are hoping to have the survey results compiled and ready for analysis by March 31st so it is imperative that you input your comments and answers by that deadline.
To show you how much we value your input...if you give us your name, address, email and phone number...we will enter you into a drawing for one $50 gift certificate from the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority. We'll draw the winner in early April and publish your name in our e-newsletter. |
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Hunter's Safety Class Added |
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 THESE CLASSES ARE ALWAYS A SELL-OUT so register today to get your Hunter Safety certificate before turkey season starts! This course is DNR approved and provides basic hunting safety material. A certificate will be given upon completion of the assisted 50 questions exam. All students must attend all four classes to receive certificate. Air rifle range test will be given on the last day of class. Adults welcome to attend. Students under 11 years of age must be accompanied by an adult. Class size is limited. First priority goes to students over the age of 12 years of age.
The Hunter Safety class will take place at the Marion Township Hall, 2877 W. Coon Lake Rd. Classes will take place April 7-10, 2008 and there is a $10 flat fee for all participants regardless of residency. Sign up today by calling 517/546-0693 or register online at www.howellrecreation.org |
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MSU vs. UofM Candy Bar Fundrasier for Teen Center |
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Which flavor do you prefer?
 
The Howell Teen Center at Barnard Community Center is a popular place afterschool for many of the our youth and the Teen Center staff is aspiring to have all of the popular game stations in one location. But they are missing the most popular and hard to come by...the Nintendo WII.
In an effort to raise the $300+ necessary to purchase this and a couple of games, they are selling Spartan and Wolverine candy bars at Bennett Recreation Center for $2 each. We feel sure that this fundraiser will help them achieve their goal to have the WII installed and ready to go in the very near future. When you stop by, be sure to pick up one or two candy bars in the color of your choice! |
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Bennett Recreation Center Closed for the Easter Holiday |
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In celebration of the Easter holiday, the Bennett Recreation Center will be closed on Friday, March 21, Saturday, March 22 and Sunday, March 23. We'll reopen on Monday morning, March 24th at 8 a.m. Wishing you a safe and happy holiday. |
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Snowman Contest - Vote for Your Choice! |
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As abundant as the snow has been this winter, we were expecting to be bombarded with snowman photos. But alas, we only received four entries and from these four, we need you to vote for the one that you think is the winner. We are going to use the winning photo in our Winter 2009 program guide and the winning entry will also receive a basket full of spring time treats.
To vote for the winner, send an e-mail to bschrader@ci.howell.mi.us The subject line must read "Snowman Contest" and then vote by selecting the photo by the number above it by Tuesday, March 26. We'll announce the winner in the next e-newsletter.
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Upcoming Soccer Clinic Planned |
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 This soccer clinic for 1st - 4th graders is taught by Jake Freeland and is designed to help young soccer players learn the fundamentals of the game by teaching passing, trapping, shooting, dirbbling and proper stretching techniques. Fun games and mini scrimmages will also be part of the clinic. This is a great way to get ready for the 2008 Spring Soccer Leagues.
The soccer clinic will take place on Saturday, April 12 from 1-3 p.m. at Page Field Auxilary Field #2. The cost is $30 for City of Howell and Oceola Township residents, $40 for Genoa and Marion Township residents, and $60 for non-residents.
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Kids Introduction to Horseback Riding |
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 This class is the perfect introduction to the world of horses. Learn to groom, saddle and ride a horse. Includes a riding lesson taught by experienced, certified instructor. Learn horse behavior, care and horse trivia. Lots of hands on experience. Students need to wear long pants and boots/shoes with heels. Helmets are provided. Map and liability forms can be picked up at the Bennett Recreation Center.
We have two classes that are now forming. The first on Tuesday, April 8 from 6-7:30 p.m. and the second will take place on Wednesday, April 9 from 6-7:30 p.m. These classes take place at Horsin' Around Farms, 8768 Hiddlen Lake in Marion Township. Register for either class by calling 517/546-0693 or online at www.howellrecreation.org
Residents of the City of Howell and Oceola Township pay $32, residents of Marion and Genoa Townships pay $42, and non-residents pay $64.
Don't forget to bring carrots!
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Last Chance to Buy Advance Tickets to "Gone with the Wind" |
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Last chance to purchase tickets for the ever popular nostalgic classic film - GONE WITH THE WIND starring Vivian Leah and Clark Gable. This classic film will be shown at the Howell Theater on Tuesday, March 25 at 10 a.m.
 Tickets are $5 and include admission to the show and a $2 off coupon for lunch after the show at Diamonds. Tickets can be purchased in advance at the Bennett Recreation Center or the Howell Carnegie District Library. They can also be purchased the day of the show 1/2 hour prior to the start time at the Howell Theater.
This film is sponsored by the Howell Downtown Development Authority, Summerville at Brighton and First National Bank. |
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About the Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority |
| Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority Trustees
Todd Smith
Chairman
(Genoa Township)
Sean Dunleavy
Vice-Chairman
(Oceola Township)
Steve Manor
(City of Howell)
Rick Terres
(Howell Public Schools)
Paula Wyckoff
(Marion Township) |
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The Howell Area Parks & Recreation Authority was formed in 2006 and serves residents in the City of Howell, Oceola Township, Genoa Township and Marion Township. Our mission is to bring communities together to enrich lives by promoting active and healthy lifestyles. Public meetings are held on the second Tuesday of each month at 7 p.m. Location to be determined.
Hours:
Bennett Recreation Center, 925 W. Grand River Ave.
Office Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.;
Saturdays 9 a.m. - 1 p.m.
Senior Center Hours: Monday - Friday 8:30 a.m. - 5 p.m.
Preschool Hours: Monday - Friday 9 a.m. - 12 noon
Other Hours as Scheduled
Barnard Community Center, 415 S. Barnard St.
Teen Center Hours: Monday - Thursday 3 p.m. - 6 p.m.
Other Hours as Scheduled | |
